HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-01-25 Council (Regular) MinutesCounty of Newell No. 4
Council Meeting
January 25, 1990
The regular Council Meeting of the County of Newell No. 4 was
held in the County Office at Brooks, Alberta on Thursday,
January 25, 1990 commencing at 10:00 a.m.
Members Present Reeve F. Workes
Councillors P. Wallace
V. Fabian
K. Conners
L. Nelson
K. Bulger
L. Henderson
B. Scheuerman
M. Douglass
W. Wells
Administrator D. James
1. Minutes
Minutes of the January 11, 1990 meeting were presented to Council.
Moved by Councillor Douglass that we adopt these minutes as circulated,
Carried.
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2. Business from Minutes
3-7 Town of Brooks - Special Constable
The proposed Scavaging By-law, By-law Enforcement By-law and
Agreement with the Town of Brooks were presented to Council for
their study and review. These will be presented again at the
next Council Meeting.
6-2 Agreement for Water Pipeline Crossings with E.I.D.
Concerns were presented to Council on Clause ~~6. After discussion,
it was moved by Councillor Nelson that we amend the second paragraph
of Clause #6 to read: "It shall be placed at a depth to ensure
no less than 1 metre of cover at the centre of the road and that
such elevation shall be maintained throughout the entire width
of the road right-of-way. Also, proper drainage is to be provided
in the borrow area." Carried.
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" 3-1 Foothills Little Bow Association
Reports were given from those attending this meeting.
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5-1 Rolling Hills Golf Course
Moved by Councillor Conners that we lift this item from the table.
Carried.
Further discussion took place on this matter and it was then
moved by Councillor Nelson that we move into camera. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Conners that we move out of camera. Carried.
The Administrator was requested to obtain more information from the
'` Golf Club Organization as to the price on the land, the computation
of water rights and the appraised value on this property. On
receipt of this information, the matter will be discussed further.
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3. Correspondence
1. Rolling Hills Agricultural Society - Covered Arena
A request from the Rolling Hills Agricultural Society & Recreation
Board for a long-term lease on Block X and possible funding was
presented to Council. Moved by Councillor Conners that we table
this item for more information in regard to the long-term financial
position and funding of this project. Also, we should advise
them that, if additional funds are required, it can be handled
through the recreation mill rate levy. Carried.
2. Town of Brooks - Transportation Stud
Letter from the Town of Brooks advising of their Transportation
Study and requesting an appointment from our Council to this
Committee was presented. Moved by Councillor Nelson that we
appoint Councillor Workes as our representative to this Committee.
Carried.
3. Southeastern Alberta Health Unit - Water Reports
Water reports from the various Hamlets were presented to Council
for their information.
4. Alberta Municipal Affairs - 1990 Municipal Assistance Grant
Information was presented to Council in regard to this Grant
and, after discussion, it was moved by Councillor Douglass that
we set aside $18,000.00 of this Grant, as per Grant Regulations,
for our Public Transportation System (mini-bus). Carried.
5. Alberta Municipal Affairs - By-law 995-89
Letter from Alberta Municipal Affairs advising that proposed
By-law 995-89 would have to be amended by deleting the bow &
arrows portions was presented to Council. Moved by Councillor
Wells that this proposed By-law be amended by deleting the wording
on bow & arrows. Carried.
6. Alberta Association of M.D.'s & Counties - Spring Convention
Information was presented on this Convention and a list of those
planning to attend was obtained by the Administrator.
7. Alarie - Meeting Dates
Letter from Alarie (Alberta Local Authorities Reciprocal Insurance
Exchange) was presented advising of the Regional Meetings which
will be held during February. A list of those planning to attend
the meeting was obtained and will be sent to Alarie.
8. Alta. Assoc. of M.D.'s & Counties - Evaluation of Fa11 Convention
This item was referred to the next Council Meeting.
9. Canadian Wildlife Federation - National Wildlife Week
Information was presented to Council in regard to this item.
After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Wells that we proclaim
the week of April 8 - 14, 1990 as National Wildlife Week. Carried.
10. Monty Mortensen - Subdivision
Letter from Monty Mortensen regarding the proposed development
of a Water User's Association for this subdivision was presented.
The Administrator is to advise Mr. Mortensen that the County
will consider joining this Organization at such time that the
Public Reserve land owned by the County in the area is developed.
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Dedication of County Rock
Council recessed at 11:30 a.m. for the dedication and unveiling
of the County rock.
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Lunch
Council recessed for lunch from 12:00 - 1:15 p.m.
Excused from Meetin
Moved by Councillor
from the balance of
11. Travel Alberta
Councillors Douglas
Moved by Councillor
Wallace that we excuse Councillor Fabian
this meeting. Carried.
- Drumheller Meeting & Report
s & Scheuerman gave a report on this meeting.
Conners that we accept their report. Carried.
4. Committee Reports
Municipal
a) TransAlta - Lakeside Packers Service
A proposed amendment to the previous proposal was presented whereas
the line would run on the south side of the service road. After
-. discussion, it was moved by Councillor Wells that we approve
' this amended application. Carried.
b) E.I.D. - Water Pipeline Application - NW 31-22-16-4
Moved by Councillor Douglass that we approve this application.
Carried.
Board of Education
No report.
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A.S.B.
No report.
Brooks Hospital & Nursing Home
Councillors Workes & Conners gave this report.
Bassano Hospital
No report.
Southeastern Alberta Health Unit
No report.
Senior Citizens' Home
No report.
S.E.A.R.P.C.
No report.
Airport
No report.
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Excused from Meetin
Moved by Councillor Bulger that we excuse Councillor Henderson
from the balance of this meeting. Caaried.
Disaster Services
a) By-law 998-90
Moved by Councillor Wells that By-law 998-90, being a By-law
to cover our Disaster Services Agency Program under the Public
Safety Services Act, receive first reading. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Wallace that By-law 998-90 receive second
reading. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Nelson that By-law 998-90 receive consent
of Council for third and final reading. Carried Unanimously.
Moved by Councillor Bulger that By-law 998-90 receive third and
final reading. Carried Unanimously.
b) By-law 999-90
~ Moved by Councillor Bulger that By-law 999-90, being a By-law
to establish a Mutual Aid with the Towns & Villages within the
County of Newell in the event of a peacetime disaster, receive
first reading. Carried.
Moved by Councillor
reading. Carried.
Moved by Councillor
of Council for thin
Moved by Councillor
and final reading.
Douglass that By-law 999-90 receive second
Wells that By-law 999-90 receive consent
3 and final reading. Carried Unanimously.
Conners that By-law 999-90 receive third
Cararied Unanimously.
c) Peacetime Emergency Plan
Moved by Councillor Scheuerman that we adopt the Peacetime Emergency
Plan as presented by the Disaster Services Committee. Carried.
Municipal Library
No report.
Shop Committee
Councillor Scheuerman gave this report.
M.P.C.
No report.
Tourism Action Plan
Councillor Conners gave this report.
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Municipal Salary Committee
Councillor Scheuerman gave this report.
Moved by Councillor Scheuerman that we increase the contract
of the Office Caretakers by 2% for 1990. Carried.
5. Cheques for Payment
Moved by Councillor Wallace that we approve Cheques ~~9597 - 10014,
15 - 239 & 255 - 340, in the amount of $1,622,904.00, less Cheque
~~9662 ($2,834.95) and ~~73 ($239.75), for a total net amount of
$1,619,829.30. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Workes that he be excused from discussion
and voting on Cheque ~k9662 & ~~73. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Nelson that we approve Cheque ~~9662, for
$2,834.95, and Cheque ~~73, for $239.75. Carried.
6. Other Business
1. By-law for Pipeline Road Crossings
"~ After discussion on this item, it was moved by Councillor Nelson
that we table this proposed By-law for more information. Carried.
2. By-law 1000-90
Moved by Councillor Wallace that By-law 1000-90, being a By-law
to prohibit certain construction along public roads, receive
first reading. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Douglass that By-law 1000-90 receive second
reading. Carried.
Moved by Councillor Wells that consent of Council be given for
third and final reading of By-law 1000-90. Carried Unanimously.
Moved by Councillor Bulger that By-law 1000-90 receive third
and final reading. Carried Unanimously.
3. Rural Fire Areas - Insurance Coverage
Information was presented to Council in regard to insurance for
our Volunteer Fire Departments. After discussion, it was moved
by Councillor Nelson that we approve this proposed plan and
contact each of the Fire Departments in the County to obtain
information from them as to whether they wish to participate
in this plan. Carried.
4. Sale of Property at Rolling Hills
The Administrator advised that no bids were received on this
property and a further report is to be presented back to Council.
7. Municipal Statutes Review Committee - Reports
Reports ~~3 & 4 were reviewed by Council with one item, in Report
~~3, to be sent back to the Committee for further consideration.
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8. Post Agenda Items
1. Speed Limit on Local Roads
Councillor Bulger requested information in regard to the setting
of speed limits on local roads. No further action was taken
on this item.
2. Electoral Boundaries
Moved by Councillor Conners that we send a letter to Mr. Bogel,
Chairman of the Boundary Commission, requesting a meeting to be
set up in Brooks to discuss the Electoral Boundaries Proposal
as set by the Government. Carried.
3. Duchess Recreation Master Plan
Councillor Scheuerman presented information on this item. Further
information will be presented at the next Council Meeting.
9. Information Items
1. Alberta Association of M.D.'s & Counties - News Report
2. Councillor I.D. Cards - Cards will be ordered for Councillor
Henderson
3. Annual Financial Statement - Open House or Meeting - Discussion
took place on this item and it was agreed by Council that we
hold an Open House and a short meeting to discuss our Financial
Statement.
4. Joint Meetings - County/E.I.D. & County/Town of Brooks - Suggested
dates for these meetings were: Town of Brooks - Feb. 8th (after
our Council Meeting); E.I.D. - Feb. 22nd (after our Council Meetin€
These dates will be checked with the E.I.D. and Town.
5. Tour of Landfill Sites - Suggested dates were set for Feb. 26th &
Feb. 2$th.
6. Road Allowance - NW 33-21-12-4 - Information regarding the possiblE
closing of this road allowance was presented from PanCanadian.
After discussion, it was moved by Councillor Conners that we
leave this road allowance registered as is. Carried.
7. Road Bans - Discussion took place in regard to the patrolling
of our County roads during the Road Ban Season this spring.
10. Adjourn
Meeting adjourned at 3:10 p.m.
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