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09 19 1983 Council Minutes . . . Pg. 239 COUNCIL CHAMBERS - SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 TWENTIETH MEETING Council met pursuant to adjournment with the following members present: Reeve S. Davie Deputy Reeve J. McEwen Councillors: R. Drury 1. Halfacre A. Johnson Declaration of Conflict of Interest. Minutes The minutes of the last regular meeting of September 6, 1983 were on motion of Halfacre and McEwen, confirmed as printed and received. ies of Letters Forwarded Presented copies of letters forwarded as instructed at the last regular meeting of September 6, 1983 as follows: -James Rowat, Resources Manager, N.V.C.A. advising that Oro Council would be pleased to receive the Willow Creek Flood and Drainage Study presentation at 11:15 a.m. today. -City of Barrie re: fire protection services by City of Barrie Fire Department. -Ministry of Natural Resources - application for a Wayside Pit on Lot 22, Con. 6 - Twp. of Oro. -Barrie Examiner and Orillia Packet - offering for sale, one 1979 Plymouth Volare (former Chief Building Official's Car). -Tourist Campground Operators - forwarding copy of Draft By-Law to License, Regulate and Govern Campgrounds, also copy of same to Township Solicitor, D.S. White, Q.C. -Paul G.M. Hermiston, Q.C. - Township Solicitor re: discharge of L.J. Torpey from Bankruptcy. -Royal Canadian Legion, Barrie (Ont. No. 147) Branch order of one #20 Wreath. -County of Simcoe Recreation Department re: entry of rink to County of Simcoe Warden's Invita- tional Bonspiel - October 22, 1983. -County of Simcoe re: Community Celebration Grant and -letter with respect to Oro Township Motto. -Letters of appreciation to Cathy Riffer, Manager, Outdoor Recreational Programme as well as to Counsellors who assisted in the Programme and to Mrs. M. Green, Shanty Bay for co-operation for access over her property to Lake Simcoe for swimming lesson portion of the Outdoor Programme and similar for this co-operation to the U.N.F. at Hawkestone. -Dr. H. Stauffert advising of status of Monk Street (Plan 1) as reported by Township Solicitor after legal search of Road Allowance to date. -Mr. & Mrs. Edward Pallister, owners of lots 31 & 111, Plan 626, re: Promenade between Blackman Blvd and Beach Ave., -Mrs. Phyllis Alderson owner of lot 314, Plan 626 with respect to demolition of unsafe building and permit to rebuild on same site. -Mrs. Carolyn Stevenson re: speed limit signs Glengrove Avenue. -Ivan Clark forwarding cheque for Tile Drainage Loan and Delno Jermey fees for Tile Drainage Inspection. On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, copies of letters as presented and forwarded accepted as satisfactory and be placed on file. . . . Pg. 240 TWENTIETH MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 Presented petition for Interim Subsidy Payment on Road and Bridges expenditure for the period from January 1, 1983 to August 31, 1983 as completed by Treasurer and Road Supt., on Form MR-A-8 (Formerly OD-M8-14) as instructed by Council. Construction Maintenance Total Roads: 1. Reg. Subsidy 2. 15/16 SR Paving Spec. @ 80% 337,771.67 398,051.70 79,365.59 815,188.96 Bridges & Culverts: 1. Reg. 2. Shelswell Bridge - Spec. @ 75% 21,606.19 12,006.11 9,600.08 499,023.48 337,771.67 836,795.15 Total Eligible Subsidy on Expenditures Advance payment received May 177,000 July 177,000 Balance receivable to August 31, 1983 491,720.51 354 000.00 37,720.51 On motion of Drury and Johnson, that the petition for Interim Payment of subsidy on expenditures made on Township Roads in 1983 from January 1st to August 31st, 1983, as completed and presented, with the Treasurer and Road Superintendent having taken the necessary declaration, be accepted as the total expenditures for that period for a total amount of $836,795.15. And, that the Reeve and Clerk be hereby authorized to sign the petition on behalf of the Corporation of the Township of Oro and Clerk/Treasurer to forward same to Minister of Transportation & Communications for approval and process of payment. Presented letter from Paul G. Hermiston, Q.C. In reply to Township letter of September 7th, 1983 with regard to application for discharge of Bankruptcy as filed by L.J. Torpey and Council's position following same. On motion of McEwen and Halfacre, letter be received and Solicitor requested to obtain informa- tion of the discharge. Presented letter from Ministry of Natural Resources forwarding Permit #233 to open a Wayside Pit on Lot 22, Conc. 6 under the terms and conditions set out in the Pits and Quarries Control Act and Regulations. Permit is effective from September 15, 1983 and expires September 14, 1984. On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, that Permit #233 to open a Wayside Pit on Lot 22, Conc. 6, be received and Road Supt., to carry out the rehabilitation when extraction of materials re- quired has been completed and advise the Ministry of same for their necessary inspection. Reeve Davie reported on several matters considered at County Council which relate to the Township of Oro, as a matter of information to Council. uncil Recommendations Fire Committee: On motion of Halfacre and McEwen, that as recommended by Committee of Council on recommendation of the Fire Committee that the Deputy Fire Chief be paid a remuneration of $10.50 for the balance of 1983 with a review of same in January 1984 and that he be paid this remuneration for the actual time spent in this capacity of Deputy Fire Chief to a maximum of $200.00 in any month. Dog Licensing: As result of list from person appointed to issue dog licenses on door to door basis. Pg. 241 TWENTIETH MEETING - SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 . On motion of Halfacre and McEwen, that the list received from Mr. Tom Hardy, and presented to Committee of Council be accepted as the list of persons not having obtained a dog license for 1983 after being requested to obtain same by the person appointed by Council to issue dog licenses on a door to door basis. And that a letter be forwarded to all persons on the list, requesting that a dog license for 1983 be obtained prior to September 30, 1983. And further, should these persons receiving this letter fail to comply, the names of owners remaining on this list be referred to the Township By-Law enforcement Officer for non-compliance of the Dog Licensing and Live Stock and Poultry Protection Act and the Township By-Law, for necessary action. BACPAC: Application Basic Accounting Implementation. On motion of Johnson and Drury, that as result of Auditors verbal report on the application for Basic Accounting implementation and Computer System Demonstration, a meeting be arranged with Mr. Dennis Steen of the M.M.A.H. with respect to consideration of a proposal for Computer System, Clerk to contact the Ministry of Transportation & Communications with respect to pro- posed change of accounting system for Road Accounts, as well as surrounding Municipalities that have commenced such systems. And further, that the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing be advised that the Township of Oro propose to apply under Management Systems as well as BACPAC for the implementation of "Basic Accounting" System program. Allandale Recreation Centre: letter of invitation from City of Barrie to attend Official Opening. . On motion of Drury and Johnson, that as recommended by Committee of Council, the Reeve to attend the Official Opening of the Allandale Recreation Centre and to advise the Oro Council propose to forward a donation but the amount has not been established because of possible request from the Orillia YMCA, therefore Council have to establish an amount to accommodate both cities. Recreation Committee: On motion of McEwen and Halfacre, that the applications received from applicants interested In serving on the Township Recreation Committee and considered at a Committee of Council Meeting on September 14, 1983, the recommendation for appointment be accepted by Council and the fol- lowing persons be appointed to the Township Recreation Committee for one year: Roy Campbell Diane Pappas John Cuppage Buffi Woronka Plus two members of Council with the Reeve as Ex Officio and that the necessary By-Laws be pre- pared for the next regular meeting of Council. Deputy Reeve McEwen requested a recorded vote: Reeve Davie Yea Councillors: Halfacre Yea Deputy Reeve Drury Yea McEwen Yea Johnson Yea. On motion of McEwen and Halfacre, that as recommended by Committee of Council, Oro Council to advise the Oro & District Lions Club that the Township of Oro would be prepared to purchase a 66 foot right of way across the northerly portion of the draft drawing for a future road, should same be required, which could then tie in with the road on the proposed draft Plan of Subdivision in order to connect the 4th & 5th line. . On motion of Drury and Halfacre, as recommended by Committee of Council, the Simcoe Side Ratepayers Association be advised that additional fill will be available to be placed on the Park Lands of Plan 1488 once the ditching in the proximity of the area along the Lakeshore Road is carried out. Carried. . . . Pg. 242 ING - SEPTEMBER 19 1983 An Amendment to the motion was moved by McEwen and Johnson to add the word some before additional and substitute the work may for will. The amendment carried. The motion carried and will now read: On motion of Drury and Halfacre, as recommended by Committee of Council, the Simcoe Side Ratepayers Association be advised that some additional fill may be available to be placed on the Park Lands of Plan 1488 once the ditching in the proximity of the area along the Lakeshore Road is carried out. History Committee: On motion of McEwen and Drury, that as recommended by Committee of Council, the History Committee prepare a case for consideration by Council to designate Heritage Routes throughout the Township of Oro with suggested Routes being the Ridge road, Old Barrie Road, Penetanguishene Road. Lot 20, Conc. 3: Go Camping Trailer Sales letter in reply to Township letter of August 3, 1983, requesting Council reconsider use of trailer as sales office. On motion of Johnson and Drury, as recommended by Committee of Council, a letter be forwarded to Mr. Navin Puri of "Go Camping Barrie" to re-affirm Council's position as set out in letter of August 3, 1983 with respect to establishing a building as sales office, for which a building permit must be obtained, which includes all necessary approvals from Simcoe County District Health Unit and Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority with regard to Flood Plain Area. Oro Agricultural Society: re: log sawing contest at Oro Fair. On motion of Drury and Halfacre, as recommended by Committee of Council, Oro Agricultural Society be advised that two members of Oro Council will participate in the Log Sawing Contest, entitled liThe Presidents Invitational", on Friday, September 23, 1983. Resolution from Township of South-West Oxford: re: Board under the Consolidated Hearings Act which was and endorsement of the resolution was recommended. appeals to Cabinet from decisions of Joint re-considered at Committee of Council meeting On motion of Drury and McEwen, that the Council of the Township of Oro support and endorse the resolution of the Township of South-West Oxford with respect to Appeals to Cabinet from decisions of Joint Boards under the Consolidated Hearings Act, which was passed by Council of the Township of South-West Oxford on July 19, 1983. Steam Cleaning of Carpets in the Township Office: Letter from Golden Restoration Services Ltd., forwarding estimate for the steam cleaning of the Carpets. On motion of Halfacre and Drury, as recommended by Committee of Council, Clerk to arrange to have Golden Restoration Services Ltd., according to the estimate presented for a total of $278.00 plus an additional $45.00 should the stain on the carpet in the basement require spot- cleaning. . . . Pg. 243 TWENTIETH MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 Presented Correspondence, Communications, etc., as follows: Ministry practise of rounding to the nearest Municipal road authority under the Public will apply to the grants paid in 1983 and -Ministry of Transportation & Communications re: $100.00, the amount of road grants payable to a Transportation & Highway Improvement Act, which subsequent years. -Stewart, Esten - Barristers & Solicitors, copy to Mr. -Development Incentive Program 1982/83 with respect to vising that there are no adjustments. -M.T.C. re: Agreement for Consulting Services for Municipalities. -Liquor License Board of Ontario forwarding correspondence of Plans submitted re: proposal for Shambles Burgers Restaurant - No. 11 Highway and 8th line to establish Dining Room and Patio Dining Room. -Copy of letter to Stewart, Esten forwarding agreements of Sale and Purchase for road Widenings- Lakeshore Road according to Plans 51R-10964 and 51R-12028. -Copy of letter to L.J. Getgood forwarding revised plan showing the parcel of land required for Road And Bridge Construction, Lakeshore road. -Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing forwarding publication entitled "Issues in Capital Decision-Making." letter requests that any comments be forwarded. -M.M.A.H. Issue of Background September 5, 1983 and September 12, 1983. -A.M.O. re: Amendments to the Fire Departments Act. -Ontario Humane Society, Barrie Branch - Monthly Report for August 1983. -M.M.A.H. - Building Code Newsletter and Rulings. -A.M.O. acknowledgement and appreciation for completing AMO Remuneration Study. -Survey Plans 51R-12083 and 51R-12094. -Ontario Centre for Microelectronics program of seminars. -The Ontario Parks Association - Green Sward August 1983. -Lottery License #370263 issued to North Simcoe 4H Sheep Club. -Arena Minutes meeting of September 13, 1983. -Ontario Hydro, Barrie Area - Service Connection Progress Card for Mervyn D. Bolton Plan 486, Con. 3 lR1-11. -Ontario Municipal Board re: Assessment Appeal withdrawn and advising that the Board will be re- funding the application fee. -Ms. Mary I. Raley, Mechanicsville, M.D., U.S.A. requesting copy of the energy policies adopted by the Township. -Orillia Public Library Board Agenda for September 21, 1983 meeting. -Westmetro Ford Equipment Sales Ltd. - list of supplies. -Copy of application for Wolf Bounty as forwarded to County of Simcoe. Breda of Keele Plumbing re: Jo-Con audit of records and assitance, and ad- Lot 3, On motion of Johnson and Drury, correspondence, communications, etc as presented, be received and filed for reference. Presented from Live Stock Valuer, Bruce Anderson, Report of Live Stock Valuer for one sheep (Ewe) killed by dogs. Owner of Sheep being Jack Anderson, wi Lot 19, Conc. 14, Township of Oro, valued at $100.00. On motion of Drury and Halfacre Report of Live Stock Valuer as presented for one Ewe killed, owned by Jack Anderson, be accepted, and Treasurer authorized to issue cheque in payment of same to a total of $100.00, once owner has taken the necessary Affadavit as required. Presented letter from Ministry of Energy with respect to second phase of the Municipal Oil Conver- sion and Energy Conservation Program (MOCECP). Letter advises of continued assistance to be pro- vided for oil conversions for applications not processed under the first phase. Letter further advises no plans are proposed to discontinue funding under MOCECP. . . . Pg. 244 ETING - SEPTEMBER 19 1983 On motion of Johnson and Drury, letter be received for reference as required should any changes in heating systems be programed. Presented letter from Minister, Municipal Affairs & Housing with respect to Private Acts, which may now be repealed because of subsequent public legislation. On motion of McEwen and Drury, letter be received and filed since no Private Acts appear to be on record for the Township of Oro. Presented letter from Minister, Municipal Affairs & Housing with respect to the Commercial Area Improvement Program CAIP, which had been announced by the Minister at the AMO Conference. Also enclosed CAIP Outline entitled "Pride". On motion of Halfacre and Drury, letter and Resource Kit "Pride" containing Information on Pro- grams for renewal, Improvement and development of Ontario Communities and that this be further considered at Committee of Council meeting. Presented letter from Ministry of the Environment, and copy of latest News Release for Blueprint for Waste Management announcing the Schedule of public forum dates, times and locations. On motion of McEwen and Drury, News Release, on Blueprint for Waste Management and copy of ad- vertisement for forums to be held, be received and filed, with copies to all members of Council for review and comment if any, are to be forwarded to the Hon. Andrew S. Brandt, Minister, Ministry of Energy by October 30th, 1983 and be referred to Committee of Council. Presented letter from Orillia & District Real Estate Board Inc., requesting the Township endorse the Proclamation of Private Property Week October 2 to 10th, 1983. On motion of Drury and Halfacre, that Oro Council not endorse the Proclamation of "Private Property Week October 2 to 10, 1983. Presented letter from Central Oro Ratepayers Association requesting a meeting with Oro Council to present a formal presentation concerning an Airport Proposal from the Orillia Airport Commit- tee. On motion of Halfacre and McEwen, Central Oro Ratepayers Association be advised that Oro Council are prepared to arrange for time on the Agenda for Central Oro Ratepayers Association at the same meeting that a presentation is to be made to Council by the Orillia Airport Committee. On motion of McEwen and Drury, that all other recognized Ratepayers Associations in the Township, be advised of the date and time the Orillia Airport Committee propose to make a presentation and would be given an opportunity to attend and make a presentation, if they so desire. Mr. James A. Rowat, Resources Manager, N. V.C.A. and Mr. Brian R. Plazek, P. Eng, Senior Water Resources Engineer with Cumming-Cockburn & Assoc., the Consultants that carried out the Willow Creek Flood and Drainage Study, were present at 11:20 a.m. to present the final report of the Study. . . . Pg. 245 TWENTIETH MEETING - SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 Mr. James Rowat related to Council that this study had been asked for in 1980 and carried on by the Consultants in 1981 and 1982 and completed in 1983. A preliminary draft had been received by the Municipality and the final draft had been reviewed with Road Committee and the Road Supt. Also, that throughout the study, the Road Supt. had been contacted for input. The costs assessed to the Township to date had been in the amount of $4,237.93. Mr. Plazek produced copies of the N.V.C.A. Flood Control Study and Drainage Study of Willow Creek, for each member of Council and one for Township files. Then commenced to make the presentation by maps and supporting photographs. Report relates to both 1-25 year and 1-100 year storms and the necessary precautions that can be taken. Benefits and costs point out that not much could be done with main channel. Beavers increase the problem on the 2nd line. Alternative - Culvert enlargement and reduction of flood line. Chanelling of water from 2nd line to Willow Creek as indicated on map, Fig. 4.1 in report. Benefit of this method - Crown Motel by Flood Proofing. Marsh area could be drained out. The total cost of this alternative, estimated at $46,000.00 excluding land acquisition. The excer- cise presented is a Flood Control Project as result of the Study. Questions were asked by members of Council which were responded to by Mr. Plazek and Mr. Rowat. Mr. Rowat brought to the attention of Council that the N.V.C.A. policy IS to discourage drainage of areas, but ~ecause of the road problem, the alternative would be to drain, if possible, and to some exterif,~(~:d flooding. He further indicated that the Study had already had some benefit to N.V.C.A. in assisting them to comment and make recommendations to the North Oro Study. On motion of Halfacre and McEwen, that the presentation be accepted and same be represented to the next Committee of Council Meeting. The Road Supt., was present at 1:00 p.m. and presented a verbal report on Road matters. After some discussion, it was moved by Drury and seconded by Halfacre, that the verbal report be accepted as satisfactory. The matter of calling tenders for Winter Sand and for remIxIng of stockpile of sand was presented to Council for consideration. Quantities to be considered on the recommendation of the Road Supt. On motion of Johnson and Drury, that tenders for to supply and stockpile Winter Sand and remixing of present stockpiles be called with tenders to close at 12:00 noon on Monday, October 3, 1983 and to be on Township Tender Forms as follows: 1. Supply,haul,mix & stockpile at W.D.S. 2. Remix existing stockpile at W.D.S. (Approx) 3. Remix existing stockpile at Patrol Yard 4,000 Tonne 800 cu. Metres 900 cu. Metres Tenders to be placed in two issues of the Orillia Packet and Barrie Examiner. On motion of Drury and Halfacre, Road Supt., authorized to purchase sufficient bulk salt for the stockpiling and remixing of Winter Sand for the 1983-84 season. . . . Pg. 246 TWENTIETH MEETING - SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 Also presented for consideration, was the matter of additional Snow Removal Equipment for the 1983-84 Winter Season for Snow Route to cover 11,12,13 & 14 between Bass Lake Road and Lake Simcoe and Route for the Barrie Terrace, Plan 1069 and Plan 1561, and also other roads as may be set out in Snowplowing Schedule. On motion of Johnson and McEwen, that tenders be called for additional Snow Removal Equipment on Township Roads for the 1983-84 Winter Season, according to Township Tender specifications on Township Tender Forms for Snow Routes as outlined on map attached to Tender Forms. Equipment to consist of Heavy Duty Truck, four wheel drive or 2 wheel drive with posi-traction, minimum of 150 h.p. or Motor Power grader with 170 h.p. complete with all fuels required, wing person, opera- tor, hydraulic operated snow plow and wing, flashing and running lights, according to the Highway Traffic At. Tender notices to be placed in two issues of the Barrie Examiner and Orillia Packet and to close October 14, 1983 at 4:30 p.m. The Planning Administrator was present at 1:30 p.m. to review planning and development matters. The following was presented: Committee of Adjustment, Notice of Hearing, Application Submissions No. A6/83 Walewski; B15/83 - Edgerton. Kennedy; B14/83 On motion of Halfacre and McEwen, that Notices as presented be placed on file. Presented letter from Ministry of Environment with respect to proposed means of controlling and protecting development from the potential environmental impacts of proximity to the Township's Waste Disposal Site, and suggesting a meeting between Council and Ministry Staff to discuss same. On motion of Drury and McEwen, that the Planning Administrator to obtain the draft policies not included and advise of necessity of a meeting. Presented registration particulars regarding a semInar to be held at the Kempenfeldt Centre, November 16 - 18, 1983, sponsored by the A.M.C.T.O., O.M.M.D.B. and Georgian College dealing with Effective Management of the Small Municipality, Seminar of particular interest to those in- volved in the A.M.C.T. designation program and C.M.O. designation program. Also presented recom- mendation that G. Roberts and D. Shoebridge be authorized to attend, both being in the A.M.C.T. Program. On motion of Halfacre and Drury, that up to three members of the Administrative Staff be author- ized to attend the November 16 - 18, 1983 Seminar at the Kempenfeldt Centre, and that expenses to attend be paid. Advised Council that a Public Meeting to present proposed Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-Law Amendment concerning part of Lot 22, Conc. 11 is to be held on Thursday, September 22, 1983 in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building at 7:30 p.m. and that to date, no objec- tion to the proposed Amendments have been received from any persons or agencies. Presented a draft subdivision agreement and support documentation regarding the Langman draft Plan of Subdivision on part of Lots 5 & 6, Conc. 14 - File 41T-81011, including the necessary letter of credit drawn on the Municipality's standard form. On motion of Johnson and McEwen, that the draft subidivision agreement be forwarded to Solicitors Stewart, Esten, for review and comment, prior to consideration for execution by Council. . . . Pg. 247 TWENTIETH MEETING - SEPTEMBER 19, 1983 Presented Affadavit for the Ontario Municipal Board in respect of By-Law No. 1272/82 and objec- tion by K.H. Carson thereto, requiring the Board to dispense with public hearing for grounds as set out, the objection being frivolous, vexatious and unrelated to planning or zoning matters. On motion of McEwen and Drury, that the Affadavit presented reflects the Municipality's position on the matter and same be forwarded to the Ontario Municipal Board on execution. On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, that the following be added to end of resolution - upon receipt of $100.00 from the opponent or applicant. Motion as amended reads: On motion of McEwen and Drury, that the affadavit presented relects the Municipality's position on the matter and same be forwarded to the Ontario Municipal Board on execution, upon receipt of $100.00 from the opponent or applicant. Presented final documentation and solicitor's invoicing In respect to the Holmberg Plan of Sub- division on part of Block N, R.P. 807 and Pt. Lot 27, Conc. 6, now registered as Plan 51M-201. On motion of Halfacre and Drury, that documentation be received as satisfactory and placed on file. Developer to be invoiced for any outstanding accounts in excess of deposits on hand. Other New Business On motion of Drury and McEwen, that members of Council who wish to participate in the invitation from the Orillia & District Airport Committee to view from the air, various Airports and proposed Airports, may do so, subject to the Township receiving a written notice regarding such invitation. Reeve Davie brought to the attention of Council the matter of the Township endeavouring to obtain;' Water Lot rights in front of Oro Memorial Park as previously pursued by the Council and Recreation Committee in 1981 and suggested that this matter be further considered at the next Committee of Council meeting. Clerk advised that as instructed at a meeting of Council held on September 6, 1983 and notice which had been placed in the Barrie Examiner and Orillia Packet for quotations on one Plymouth Volare (4 door) 1979 car, on an as is, where is basis. And that as result, three quotations had been received as follows: Sherry Shellswell RR # 1 Shanty Bay, Ontario Quotation offer of $1,500.00 J. McClellan Quotation offer of 700.00 Bernard Hallett RR # 2 Washago, Onto LOK 2BO Quotation offer of 855.00 On motion of Halfacre and McEwen, that the quotation of $1,500.00 from Sherry Shellswell be ac- cepted and that ownership of same will be presented. The car may be picked up upon receipt of a certified cheque or cash in the amount of $1,500.00 and that Sherry Shellswell accepts the 1979 Plymouth Volare on an as is, where is basis for the set amount. I""" . . . ..... Pg. 248 TWENTIETH MEETING - SEPTEMBER 1 Presented letter from D.S. white, Q.C. with respect to Easement over lands of William Peacock Lots 15 & 16, Conc. 8, forwarded copy of By-Law to convey the said portion of Road Allowance in accordance with Section 317 (1) of the Municipal Act, along with necessary required declaration. Letter requests that the By-Law be passed and returned to Township Solicitor for execution and registration. A By-law to authorize the conveyance of a portion of Road Allowance according to the authority under Section 317 (1), was on motion of Drury and McEwen, introduced and numbered as By-Law No. 1323/83 and read a first time. On motion of McEwen and Halfacre, By-Law No. 1323/83 read a first time, be read a second time. On motion of Halfacre and Drury, By-law No. 1323/83 read a second time, be read a third time. On motion of Drury and Halfacre, By-Law No. 1323/83 now read a third time, do pass, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Reeve and two duplicate original copies be returned to the Township Solicitor for registration of same and a Certified Copy be forwarded to Trans Canada Pipelines Ltd. On motion of Drury and McEwen, adjourn to meet agaIn on Monday, October 3, 1983 at 9:00 a.m. ~~ Reeve - S. . G. DaVle