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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003-03-06 Council (Regular) Minutes,,.. County of Newell No. 4 Minutes of Council Meeting March 6, 2003 The regular Council Meeting of the County of Newell No. 4 was held in the County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, March 6, 2003 commencing at 10:00 a.m. Members Present Reeve Councillors Administrator Assistant Administrator Recording Secretary W. Daniels V. Fabian C. Vermeeren E. Moss M. Loewen A. Eckert A. Pickett C. Baksa (10:04 a.m.) A. Martens N. Moriyama P. Garrett 1. Excused from Meetins ,,-_ Moved by Councillor Loewen that Councillors Musgrove and Harbinson be excused from this meeting. Carried. 2. Minutes 1. Council Minutes -February 20, 2003 Minutes of the February 20, 2003 meeting were presented. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we adopt the minutes as presented. Carried. 2. Public Hearing -February 20, 2003 Minutes of the February 20, 2003 Public Hearing were presented. Moved by Councillor Fabian that we adopt the minutes as presented. Carried. 3. Call for Post Agenda Items The Reeve called for post agenda items. March 6, 2003 Council Page 42 Arrived at Meeting 4 5 6. Councillor Baksa arrived at the meeting at 10:04 a.m. Adoption of A eg nda Moved by Councillor Fabian that we adopt the agenda as amended. Carried. Business from Minutes 1. Bylaw 1414-02 - Pt. SE 28-18-14-W4 - OF to DC A~nlicant: Bigelow, Dean -Owner: 985778 Alberta Ltd. -Division 5 This item was not lifted from the table. Correspondence 1. Meyers Norris Pennv -Junior Achievement of Southern Alberta A letter from Meyers Norris Penny, regarding Junior Achievement of Southern Alberta, was presented to Council. Moved by Councillor Loewen that we accept this letter as information. Carried. 2. Alberta Milk - Springview Colony School - 10 Year Milk Program A letter from Alberta Milk, regarding Springview Colony School's 10 Year Milk Program, was presented to Council. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that a suitable plaque be presented by the Reeve, or area Councillor, to the Springview Colony School to acknowledge their leadership, hard work and dedication to the well-being of the students. Carried. 7. Cheques for Payment/Direct Debit Re ig ster Moved by Councillor Fabian that Cheques #12470 - #12487, #12489 - #12582, and #12584 - # 12621 in the amount of $517,109.51 and Direct Debit Register Batches #6660, #6687 and #6696 in the amount of $35,096.94, be approved for payment. Carried. March 6, 2003 Council Page 43 ,,~ 8. Other Business 1. Appointment of Fire Guardians Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we appoint the following individuals as Fire Guardians: Rolling Hills -Bill Dickinson; Tilley -Patrick Fabian; Patricia -Brad Deschamps; Duchess - Steve Grove; Bow Slope -Trevor Sandau; Brooks Rural -Kevin Swanson; Bassano - Gord Barlow; Rosemary -Daryl Morishita; and Gem -Les Douglass. Carried 2. Municipal Development Plan/Land Use Bylaw/Economic Development Meetings A discussion was held on how to proceed now that the first round of Municipal Development Plan/Land Use Bylaw/Economic Development meetings have been completed. Council will meet April 30 and May 1, 2003, commencing at 10:00 a.m. each day, to review these items further. Planner T. Henry was in attendance for the following items. 9. Delegation -Wendell Rommens/Dwight Pierson -Subdivision 02 NL 033 ~,,, Wendell Rommens and Dwight Pierson were in attendance to present information on this subdivision application. A letter from Councillor Harbinson supporting this subdivision was circulated to Council and read by the Administrator. Moved by Councillor Baksa that we proceed to Subdivision 02 NL 033 from the Municipal Planning Commission report and that Mr. Pierson and Mr. Rommens be allowed to answer any questions Council may have for them regarding this application. Carried Unanimously. 02 NL 033 - NE 16-18-16-W4 -Division 5 Pierson. Dwight & Cheryl -Farmstead Separation Moved by Councillor Baksa that we recommend to the Subdivision Approving Authority that Subdivision Application 02 NL 033 for a farmstead separation within the NE 16-18-16-W4 be denied as this subdivision could have a detrimental effect on future expansion of existing agricultural operations adjacent to the subject property. Moved by Councillor Loewen that this item be referred back to the Municipal Planning Commission for them to consider as a 9.9 acre farmstead separation. Carried. March 6, 2003 Council Page 44 10. Public Hearing - Pt. SW 32-20-14-W4 (Division 8) David Wiens -Urban Fringe to Country Residential Moved by Councillor Baksa that we recess for the Public Hearing at 1 l:l 1 a.m. Carried. Council reconvened at 11:17 a.m. 11. Bylaw 1419-03 Moved by Councillor Moss that Bylaw 1419-03, being a bylaw to re-designate a portion of the S W 32-20-14-W4 from OF -Urban Fringe District to CR -Country Residential District receive second reading. Moved by Councillor Loewen that this bylaw be amended such that the land use change does not come into effect until the Subdivision for this property has been registered. Vote on amendment. Carried. Vote on second reading. Carried. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that Bylaw 1419-03 receive third and final reading. Carried. The Planner left the meeting at this time. 12. Post Agenda Items 1. Scandia Advisory Board -Insurance for "Welcome to Scandia" Sign A letter from the Scandia Advisory Board, regarding insurance for the "Welcome to Scandia" sign, was circulated to Council. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we purchase the "Welcome to Scandia" sign for $1.00. Carried. 2. Bassano Rural Fire Protection Area - Request for Reduction in Mill Rate for Fire Protection Services An a-mail from the Bassano Rural Fire Protection Association, requesting a reduction in the fire mill rate for their fire area, was presented to Council. Moved by Councillor Moss that we reduce the mill rate for the Bassano Rural Fire Protection Area from a tax rate of .57 to a tax rate of .30. Carried. 3. SH 847 -Alberta Transportation Meeting The Administrator reported on a meeting with Alberta Transportation regarding S.H. 847. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we accept the offer of Alberta Transportation for $565,000 to decommission S.H. 847. Carried. March 6, 2003 Council Page 45 13. Delegation -Newell Recycling -Request for $20,000 Doug Shanks, Darlene Fisher, Vicky Stafford and Ken Evans of Newell Recycling Association were in attendance to request a $20,000 donation for their organization. Moved by Councillor Baksa that we donate $15,000 to Newell Recycling Association and $7,500 to Bassano & Area Resource Recovery Association. Moved by Councillor Moss that the motion be amended to a donation $12,500 to Newell Recycling Association only. Vote on amendment. Carried. Vote on amended motion. Carried. Lunch Council recessed for lunch from 12:00 noon to 1:27 p.m. 14. In Camera Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we move in camera . Carried. Moved by Councillor Loewen that we move out of camera. Carried. ,,-. Excused from Meetine Councillor Fabian excused himself from the meeting at 2:23 p.m. 1. CUPS Contract Moved by Councillor Loewen that we ratify the CUPE Contract as presented, with the hours of work change to take effect March 10, 2003 and the wage grid to take effect retroactive to January 1, 2003. Carried. Returned to Meeting Councillor Fabian returned to the meeting at 2:25 p.m. 2. Funds to Reserve Moved by Councillor Eckert that we accept the recommendation of Administration with regard to transferring funds to reserves. Carried. March 6, 2003 Council Page 46 3. Administrator's Salary Moved by Councillor Loewen that we accept the change to the Administrator's contract as negotiated. Carried. The Planner was in attendance for the following items. Municipal Planning Commission Councillor Baksa gave this report. 03 NL 002 - SW 28-20-14-W4 -Division 8 Ramer. Kathv - Country Residential Subdivision Moved by Councillor Baksa that the following motion be lifted from the table: "Moved by Councillor Baksa that we recommend to the County of Newell Subdivision Approving Authority that Subdivision Application 03 NL 002 for a country residential subdivision within the SW 28-20-14-W4 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant entering into an agreement with the County of Newell and/or Alberta Transportation for the installation of any required road approaches to the proposed and/or remnant parcels. 2. All oil and gas company leases, rights-of--way and Board Orders be carried forward, when the subdivision mylar is registered at Land Titles Office. 3. The applicantprovidingeasementstofranchiseutilitiesforservicestotheproposedand remnant parcels. The applicant may be responsible for the costs associated with the installation, removal or modification of services. 4. The applicant meeting all the requirements ofthe Eastern Irrigation District with respect `~ to the conveyance of water as well as easements. S. All outstanding municipal taxes being paid prior to the endorsement. Moved by Councillor Loewen that the motion be amended by deleting "the County of Newell and/or' from condition 1. " Carried. Vote on amendment. Carried. Moved by Councillor Baksa that a condition be added as follows: 6. The registration of a caveat for the dedication of a 30-metre wide strip of land along the westerly boundary of the proposed and remnant parcel for a service road right-of--way. Vote on amendment. Carried. Vote on amended motion. Carried. 2. Bvlaw for Trail Development There was no information on this item. March 6, 2003 Council Page 47 ,,,, 3. 02 NL 031 - SW 31-21-15-W4 (Division 7) Parker. Tom & Len -Agricultural Subdivision Moved by Councillor Baksa that we recommend to the Subdivision Approving Authority that Subdivision Application 02 NL 031 for an agricultural subdivision within the SW 31-21-15- W4 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The applicant entering into an agreement with the County of Newell for the installation of any required road approaches to the proposed and/or remnant parcels. 2. The applicant meeting all the requirements of the Eastern Irrigation District with respect to the conveyance of water, as well as easements. 3. The applicant providing easements to franchise utilities for services to the proposed and remnant parcels. The applicant may be responsible for the costs associated with the installation, removal or modification of services. 4. All oil and gas company leases, rights-of--way and Board Orders being carried forward when the subdivision mylar is registered at Land Titles Office. 5. The consolidation of the 100 acre parcel with the SE'/4 31-21-15-W4 and the 60 acre parcel with the NW '/4 31-21-15-W4. 6. All outstanding municipal taxes being paid prior to the endorsement. Moved by Councillor Moss that Condition #5 be amended by adding "by plan" after the word "consolidation". Vote on amendment. Carried. Vote on amended motion. Carried. 4. Strach, Robert & Elsie - Pt. SW 25-18-15-W4 -Division 5 ,,, From OF -Urban Fringe District to LI - Light Industrial District Moved by Councillor Baksa that Bylaw 1420-03, being a bylaw for the re-designation of a portion of the SW 25-18-15-W4 from OF -Urban Fringe District to LI -Light Industrial District receive first reading. Carried. • 5. Wenner, Mike (P&H Oilfield Services Ltd.) - Pt. NE 34-18-15-W4 From A - Agricultural District to LI - Light Industrial District -Division 5 Moved by Councillor Baksa that Bylaw 1421-03, being a bylaw for the re-designation of a portion of the NE 34-18-15-W4 from A -Agricultural District to LI -Light Industrial District, receive first reading. Carried. 6. Area Structure Plans Surrounding Brooks Moved by Councillor Baksa that we request proposals for the development of Areas Structure Plans for the area north of Brooks/S.H. 873 and the area south of Brooks. Carried. March 6, 2003 Council Page 48 7. 02 NL 023 - SW 33-14-13-W4 -Division 1 Huber, Curtis & Parker, R. Vern -Farmstead Separation The Reeve declared a pecuniary interest in this matter and left the Council Chambers. As the Deputy Reeve was not in attendance, the Administrator called for nominations for Acting Reeve. Councillor Vermeeren nominated Councillor Moss. Moved by Councillor Loewen that nominations cease. Carried. Councillor Moss was declared Acting Reeve and assumed the chair. Moved by Councillor Baksa that we recommend to the Subdivision Approving Authority that Subdivision Application 02 NL 023 for a farmstead separation within the SW 33-14-13-W4 be denied as this farmstead separation would not be appropriate due to potential conflict with current and future farming operations in this area, the water supply for the proposed lot would remain with the remnant parcel and the open sewage discharge system does not have enough room on the proposed parcel for proper disposal. Defeated. Excused from Meeting Councillor Baksa excused herself from the remainder of the meeting at 3:05 p.m. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we recommend to the Subdivision Approving Authority that Subdivision Application 02 NL 023 for a farmstead separation within the SW 33-14-13- W4 be approved subject to the following conditions: 1. The registration of a caveat for the dedication of a 5-metre strip of land along the westerly boundary of the SW 33-14-13-W4 for future road widening to be purchased at a rate that is consistent with County policy at that time. 2. The applicant entering into an agreement with the County of Newell for the installation of any required road approaches to the proposed and/or remnant parcels. 3. All oil and gas company leases, rights-of--way, Board Orders, etc. being carried forward, as required, when the subdivision mylar is registered at Land Titles Office. 4. The applicant providing easements to franchise utilities for providing services to the proposed and remnant parcels. The applicant may be responsible for the costs associated with the installation, removal or modification of services. 5. The applicant meeting all requirements of the Eastern Irrigation District with respect to the conveyance of water as well as easements. 6. All outstanding municipal taxes being paid prior to the endorsement. 7. The installation of a cistern for potable water for the proposed parcel. 8. The installation of a septic tank and field. 9. The elimination of the slivers of land if they are owned by the applicant. Carried. The Planner left the meeting at this time. March 6, 2003 Council Page 49 The Reeve returned to the meeting and assumed the Chair. ~- Post Agenda Items (cont'd) 4. Regional Services Committee Report This report will be given during the Committee Reports. 5. From the Ground Up - Ag Fair A letter from Blacksheep Promotions, regarding From the Ground Up, Grade 4 Ag Fair, was circulated to Council. Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we donate $1,000.00 to Blacksheep Promotions for From the Ground Up, Grade 4 Ag Fair. Moved by Councillor Eckert that we amend this motion from $1,000 to $1,500. Vote on amendment. Carried. Vote on amended motion. Carried. Committee Reports (cont'd) Municipal 1. Bylaw 1422-03 - Establish a Road Ban Committee and '~ The Authority of the Road Ban Committee Moved by Councillor Moss that we refer this item to the next Workshop Session. Carried. 2. Bylaw 1423-03 -Controlling and Re~ulatine use of Highways This item was referred to the next Workshop Session. 3. Bylaw 1424-03 -Speed Limit This item was referred to the next Workshop Session. 4. Charlton -Street Closures within Millicent Moved by Councillor Loewen that we not approve the request for the closure and lease of the streets and avenues within Millicent. Carried. March 6, 2003 Council Page 50 5. Optional Group Life Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that administration develop a policy for optional group life to be reviewed at a future meeting. Carried. 6. Joint Countv/Town of Brooks Meeting The joint County/Town of Brooks meeting will be held at the Heritage Inn on March 18 commencing at 5:30 p.m. 7. Joint County/E.I.D. Meeting The E.I.D. will be contacted to see if either March 24, 25 or 26 would be a suitable date for a joint meeting. Salary Ne otg iating Committee This report was given during the In Camera session. Newell Regional Solid Waste Management Authority Reeve Daniels gave this report. F.C.S.S. Board Councillor Loewen gave this report. Regional Services Committee Councillor Eckert and the Administrator gave this report. Moved by Councillor Eckert that we proceed with the formation of a Regional Services Committee consisting of 1 representative from each municipality within County of Newell boundaries interested, 1 E.I.D. member and County members as deemed necessary. Carried. 15. Question Period /Notice of Motion A question period was held. Councillor Moss asked for information on who should be attending the upcoming Emergency Management Course. March 6, 2003 Council Page 51 16. Information Items r- The Reeve reported on Action on Agriculture. Moved by Councillor Loewen that Council be allowed to attend a meeting in Strathmore on Action in Agriculture. Carried. 17. Adjourn Moved by Councillor Vermeeren that we adjourn at 3:42 p.m. Carried. /~ REEVE ~~~, ~~~- ADMINISTRATOR ..- March 6, 2003 Council Page 52 County of Newell No. 4 ~- Minutes of Public Hearing March 6, 2003 A Public Hearing of the County of Newell No. 4 was held in the County Office at Brooks, AB on Thursday, March 6, 2003 commencing at 11:12 a.m. Members Present Reeve W. Daniels Councillors V. Fabian C. Vermeeren E. Moss M. Loewen A. Eckert A. Pickett C. Baksa Administrator A. Martens Assistant Administrator N. Moriyama Planner T. Henry Recording Secretary P. Garrett ,~-- The Reeve opened the Public Hearing at 11:12 a.m. Applicant David Wiens was in attendance. The Administrator stated that the purpose of the Public Hearing was to hear representations on Bylaw 1419-03,being abylaw to re-designate a portion of the SW 32-20-14-W4 from OF - Urban Fringe District to CR -Country Residential District. The Planner gave the background on this application. The Reeve advised those present of the procedures that would be followed for the hearing. The Reeve asked if the applicant wanted to present support to his land use amendment request. Mr. Wiens spoke in favour of this bylaw indicating the following: - He wants to sell the property. - He wants to subdivide his home property. "^ - He will be proposing 7 one acre lots. Council was given the opportunity to ask questions of the applicant. Council had no -- questions for the applicant. The Reeve asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak in favour of the bylaw. There was no one wishing to speak in favour of the bylaw. The Reeve asked if there was anyone wishing to speak in opposition to the bylaw. There was no one wishing to speak against the bylaw. The applicant was given the opportunity to present further information. The applicant had no further information to present. There being no further discussion, it was moved by Councillor Vermeeren that the Public Hearing adjourn at 11:17 a.m. Carried. c REEV COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR