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02 02 1981 Council Minutes . . . COUNCIL CHAMBERS - FEBRUARY 2, 1981 Pg. 48 FIFTH MEETING Council met pursuant to adjournment with all members present. Reeve Allan K. McLean in the chair. The minutes of the last regular meeting were on motion of Vousden and Halfacre confirmed as printed and received. Presented copies of letters forwarded as instructed at the last regular meeting to: Leighton Clark, P. Eng., Secretary, Barrie Suburban Road Commission requesting confirmation of six items considered at meeting with Oro Council and representative from Ratepayers Associations on January 13, 1981; Ronald Young, Fire Chief requesting he meet with District Fire Chiefs and prepare a draft budget and have same available for Fire and Building Committee by February 12, 1981; Barrie and Orillia Library Boards advising that the Township is prepared to discontinue the $5.00 Township library fee and match the Provincial Library Grant provided that the Barrie and Orillia Libraries accept the matching of the grant; D. Kevin Carroll, Solicitor for Dr. Chadwick advising that in the opinion of Council, an inspection of the area in question cannot be satisfactorily accomplished until early spring as stated in letter of January 7, 1981; Robert Holmes advising that he has been retained as Caretaker and Supervisor of Oro Memorial Park for the 1981 season; R.O.M.A. - pre-conference registration; W. E. Mallory - reply to his letter of January 13, 1981 with respect to assessment under Section 86; Salvation Army forwarding annual grant; Ministry of Natural Resources re: Flood Emergency Plan amendment to Schedule "E" copy to N.V.C.A.; Stewart, Esten, requesting interpretation of wording on Township property deed. On motion of Davie and Arbour copies of letters as presented and forwarded accepted as satisfactory and same be placed on file for reference. Presented copy of letter to Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture forwarding 1980 levy and requesting copy of Financial Report. Also presented copy of Financial Report received as requested. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden copy of letter and copy of Financial Report as presented be received and placed on file. Presented letter from A. McConnell, Manager, Engineering and Right-of-Way, M.T.C. advising that Townshipls letter of January 5, 1981 enclosing attachments as requested had been received and confirming that the Ministry is now processing the payment of the Ministryls share through the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs and ecnlosing copy of letter to the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs. Accordingly this should now conclude the Ministryls dealing in this regard. On motion of Davie and Vousden letter and copy of letter to the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs be received and filed for reference. . . . Pg. 49 FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 Presented the Annual Report of Expenditures on Roads during 1980 as completed with petition for annual subsidy under Provisions of the Public Transportation and Highway Improvement Act on expenditures made during the year 1980. Petition is in accordance with OB-MR-69 being in the amount of $653,086.76. The total expenditures according to payment vouchers being in the amount of $659,780.60. Subsidy based on $ 10,620.93 @ 80% 642,465.83 @ 55% $653,086.76 Subsidy Dollars $ 8,496.74 353,356.21 $361,852.95 361,852.95 357,700.00 $ 4,152.95 Total expenditures for subsidy $653,086.76 Approved expenditure 645,819.00 $ 7,267.76 Advanced subsidy received May 23, 1980 Advanced subsidy received July 24, 1980 1st Interim subsidy received Dec. 31/80 2nd Interim subsidy received Jan. 5/81 Total eligible for subsidy 1980 Total Balance $ 90,900.00 90,900.00 63,182.33 60,971.15 $305,953.48 357,700.00 $ 51,746.52 Total subsidy on 1980 expenditure of $653,086.76 Subsidy received Balance subsidy receivable on $653,086.76 expenditure Qualified balance receivable $361,852.95 305,953.48 55,899.47 51,746.52 $ 4,152.95 On motion of Vousden and Davie, the annual report forms as completed and amounts shown on OB-MR-69, accepted as satisfactory and Reeve and Clerk authorized to sign the petition on behalf of the Corporation of the Township of Oro with request for subsidy on total expenditures in 1980, the petition showing a total expenditure and eligible amount for subsidy of $653,086.76 according to declaration taken by Road Supt. and Treasurer as required on OB-MR-13 and Clerk instructed to forward same to the Ministry of Transportation and Communications. Clerk brought to the attention of Council that dust control contract for calcium had exceeded the approved amount by 69.29 tonnes, approval was for 100 tonnes applied 169.29. The reason being more calcium applied and less prime and sand. Total dust control with calcium had been incresed and prime and sand decreased. Accordingly approval for additional tonnage under calcium should be applied for from M.T.C. On motion of Halfacre and Arbour Council request approval for the additional calcium applied on Township roads for dust control in 1980 for an amount of 69.29 tonnes. Approval received on April 29th, 1980 was for 100 tonnes and actually 169.29 tonnes were applied. The additional calcium being applied in place of prime and sand which was reduced. . . . FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 Pg. 50 Presented letter to Douglas G. Lewi$, M.P. Simcoe North with respect to Government Wharf at Carthew Bay and other wharves on the shores of Lake Simcoe, requesting assistance or suggestions regarding same. Also memo from Terry McNamara advising that he would consider acting as Wharf Master for Carthew Bay. And letter from Jack Dance, Orillia offering his services to act as Wharf or Harbour Master for all docks in the Township. On motion of Vousden and Davie copy of letter and memo from Terry McNamara and Jack Dance be received and placed on file. Clerk to inquire from the Federal Fisheries and Oceans Branch the annual cost of the various facilities for the previous five years and the suggestion financial arrangements that should be explored should the Municipality undertake the responsibility for the facilities. Clerk advised that he had received and telephone call from Ministry of Natural Resources with respect to material extracted from the Township of Oro gravel pit, being in excess of tonnage licenced for, advising that should the Township contemplate continued annual increase, additional tonnage for the gravel pit should be applied for. On motion of Davie and Arbour, the Township of Oro hereby request that the annual tonnage extraction from the Township of Oro gravel pit, part W~ Lot 11, Concession 8, be increased from 60,000 tons to 90,000 tons on a permanent basis. Presented copy of letter from C. M. Loopstra, Solicitor for Big Cedar Parks Limited to D. S. White, Township Solicitor with respect to unopened road allowance between Lots 5 and 6, Concession 13, further to letter of July 2, 1980 in this regard. On motion of Davie and Vousden copy of letter be received and Clerk to write to the Township Solicitor to enquire as to the status of the conveyance of the road allowance in question and further requirements in this regard. Presented recommendations of the Committee of Council meeting held on January 22, 1981 as follows: Road Committee: with respect to: (a) fuel contract (b) tender specifications for truck and snow plow equipment (c) trailer to transport backhoe/loader (d) survey equipment (e) reconstruction 15/16 Side Road east from Line 3. Park Committee: (a) park equipment and renovations (b) park lots on Plan 1488 (c) donations from CORA and Simcoeside Ratepayers to be applied to spring horse for children Dog Control: (a) method of sale of dog tags On motion of Davie and Vousden recommendations of the Committee Meeting of January 22, 1981 be accepted and Road Supt. to prepare tender specifications for truck with snow plow equipment. And, to prepare further plans and profiles for reconstruction of 15/16 Sideroad east of Line 3, also to contact property owners in areas where the said road requires alignment and curve improvement. . . . Pg. 51 FIFTH MEETING (Contld) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 On motion of Vousden and Arbour that dog licences be sold at the local stores in the Township until April 15th, 1981 as well as at the Township Office and that By-law No. 1197 be amended to extend the date for renewal of dog licence without penalty to April 15th, 1981. And that the remuneration for sale of dog licences at the stores be .75 cents per tag sold. The places authorized to sell dog licences are Shanty Bay Village Milk Store, Mrs. Pfrimmer at Shanty Bay Post Office, Oro Station General Store, Hawkestone General Store, Banburyls Food Market, Edgar General Store and Coulson General Store. And further that notices regarding dog licence be inserted with interim tax notices. Presented correspondence, communications, etc. as follows: Copy of letter from Ministry of the Environment to CORA re: Oro Septic Service; Clerk of Standing Committee on Resources Development to attend meeting to consider the liquid industrial waste management facilities proposed for South Cayuga, commencing January 20 1981. Committee invites written submission; Clerk of Standing Committee on Social Development re: Bill 209, an Act to revi se and extend Protecti on of Human.Ri ghts of Ontari 0 - advi sing that the Committee commence to meet February 23, 1981 at 2:00 p.m. - written submissions are invited; Oro Township Arena Committee meeting minutes January 7, 1981; Minister, Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs re: validity of prosecution under parking by-laws and suggested amendment to parking by-laws; Ontario Humane Society - October/November and December 1980 and Bulletin 44 - the Provincial Offences Act, 1979; A.M.O. letter from President and attached brochure - "Co-ordination and Co-operation"; The Foundation of Aggregate Studies - updated Bill 127 and Policy Statement; Retail Sales Tax Act - amendments; N.V.C.A. minutes - Executive Meeting January 14, 1981, Information and Education Advisory Board - Jan. 12/81; Conservation Areas Advisory Board, December 22, 1980, Full Authority Meeting - Dec. 16/80; Survey Plans 51R-10061, 10063, 10064. On motion of Vousden and Davie correspondence and communications etc. as presented be received and placed on file. Presented Treasurer's Report of receipts for the month of January as follows: Province of Ontario - M.T.C. interim subsidy Phyllis Mould - Council Minutes Treasurer - 1980 transfer Robert Holmes - telephone Oro Memorial Park The Sleep Factory - 1980 business taxes Township of Oro - re : H.P.V. Robert Holmes - park hydro Leanne Norton - 1980 business taxes Treasurer - transfer arrears Peter Kurtz - business taxes Carole Ayerst - arena for December Simcoeside Ratepayers Association - park equipment Shangrila Gardens - 1980 business taxes Oro Station Community Hall - Hall Licence #4-1981 Rugby Community Hall - Hall Licence #3-1981 Hawkestone Community Hall - Hall Licence #1-1981 Oro Township Community Arena - Hall Licence #2-1981 Edgar Community Hall - Hall Licence #5-1981 $60,971.15 26.00 11 , 9 7 3 . 84 32.31 69.58 45.50 211. 30 32.48 15,000.00 50.00 2,642.74 25.00 30.02 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 3.00 . . . pg. 52 FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 Guthrie Community Hall - Hall Licence #6-1981 Jarratt Community Hall - Hall Licence #7-1981 Simcoe County R.C. School Board - rebate Darlene Shoebridge - dog tags Treasurer - arrears A. Randsalu - Planning B2/80 Province of Ontario - grant Guthrie Hall Shanty Bay Auto Parts Ltd. - salvage yard licence Shanty Bay Auto Wreckers - salvage yard licence Treasurer - tax certificates and building & zoning Ron Johnston Insurance - arena claim Darlene Shoebridge - library fee Darlene Shoebridge - dog tags Darlene Shoebridge - Kith 'n Kin and miscellaneous Jim Shellswell - building permits Treasurer - taxes $ 3.00 3.00 23.29 149.00 5,000.00 50.00 390.65 20.00 20.00 172.00 236.97 10.00 87.00 76.62 346.00 45,000.00 On motion of Halfacre and Davie that Treasurer's Report be received as presented. Presented letter from Ministry of Natural Resources with respect to compensation to livestock producers for losses to wolves and difficulty in getting valuers or farmers to inform the Ministry of such losses. To assist Livestock Valuers in determining the species or predators from signs left behind, the Ministry will hold a workshop on February 3, 1981 at the Midhurst Forest Station Hall at 2:00 p.m. On motion of Vousden and Davie letter be received and placed on file. Clerk to contact the valuation officers to recommend they attend the seminar. Presented letter from President North Simcoe Soil and Crop Improvement Association (N.S.S.C.I.A.) requesting Council to consider to continue the annual donation of $25.00 to the annual seed fair, as in previous years. On motion of Vousden and Arbour Oro Council again authorize a grant of $25.00 to the Annual Seed Fair, North Simcoe Soil and Crop Improvement Association for 1981. Presented four letters from President, Central Oro Ratepayers Association (C.O.R.A.) as follows: 1. Requesting Council to review the Association letter of October 10, 1980 concerning stock pile of salt and sand at the Township Machine Shed and Town Hall. 2. Requesting Council to arrange for representation from CORA to go with Council to Orillia Suburban Road Commission with respect to speed limit on Simcoe County Road No. 11 and inadequate "stop" signs. 3. Expressing concern over the "straightening" of cross road 15/16 at the "s" curve midwaybetween 5th and 6th Line. 4. Extending an invitation to all members of Council to attend the Association Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, February 24, 1981 at 7:30 p.m. at the Oro Town Hall. . . . Pg. 53 FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 On motion of Arbour and Vousden that Clerk to reply and advise that as indicated in the Township letter of October 23, 1980 the sand and salt stockpile will be removed by spring and other areas for stockpiling of same are under review by Council and that in Council's opinion the posted speed limit on County Road No. 11 is in accordance with the Highway Traffic Act for the type of road and built up areas on same. With respect to improvements and reconstruction of 15.16 Side Road, your letter in this regard is taken under advisement and in Council's opinion, any alignments or improvements will only be made with public safety being the foremost concern. Should the Association have further concerns, Council would be prepared to accommodate the attendance of members of the Association at a regular meeting of Council with advance notice. Mr.' Paul Hickey and Ed Faulkner were present before Council at 11:00 a.m. with respect to the proposed park on Registered Plan 1488 in the Simcoeside area and presented a petition of 40 names in opposition to same. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden that the resolution of Oro Council passed at a meeting held on November 17, 1980 to authorize the Simcoeside Ratepayers Association to clear the four lots in preparation for a public park and authorizing the sale of the wood by the Association be hereby rescinded as well as any other previous resolution authorizing work on these lots; and On motion of Davie and Halfacre that the Simcoeside Ratepayers Association be advised that the plans for Lots 138, 139, 143 and 144, Plan 1488, as presented are not acceptable to Council and all work is to be discontinued to establish a public park on the said lots, and further, that all money collected from the sale of wood from the said lands be turned over to the Township for the purpose of cleaning up the area due to the work not having been suitably and satisfactorily carried out. Chief Building Official James Shellswell was present before Council at 11:30 a.m. to present his report on matters pertaining to buildings and permi tS( issued in 1981. Presented building report for the month of January 1981. There were 4 building permits and 1 plumbing permit issued with a breakdown as follows: 1 addition at a value of 3 renewals $ 70,000.00 $ 70,000.00 Money received for permits $346.00 Value of permits for January 1980 $65,000.00. On motion of Davie and Vousden report of permits issued as presented be received and fi led. On motion of Davie and Vousden that the Chief Building Official be authorized to attend a concrete seminar on February 24, 1981 at 142 John Street in Barrie. The Planning Administrator was present at 1:00 p.m. to review planning and development matters. THe following was presented: ~ . . . ~ Pg. 54 FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 Letters from D. Hogben, Solicitor for R. S. Campbell in regard to a proposed sale of part of Lots 21 and 22, Concession 5, inquiring with respect to the status of subdivision file 43T-74324 and in regard to anticipated capital lot levies, together with Planning Administrator's response. On motion of Vousden and Arbour that letters be received and placed on file, response found satisfactory. Letter from Ministry of Housing, Community Housing Branch, in respect to forecast of assisted housing needs, and Planning Administratorls response. On motion of Davie and Halfacre that letter be received and placed on file response found satisfactory. Letter from Simcoe County District Health Unit in regard to the processing of Shoreline zoning conversion applications. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden that the Planning Administrator arrange to meet with representatives of the Simcoe County District Health Unit to develop methodology to be used in the processing of shoreline zoning conversion applications. Letter and formal order from Chief Judge, his Honour F.C. Hayes, Provincial Court, Criminal Division, setting fines, including costs in regard to contravention of Oro Township By-laws prosecuted under the Provincial Offences Act. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre that the letter setting out approval of fines be received and incorporated in the By-law setting out offences which could be goverened by the provisions of the Provincial Offences Act 1979. Presented from Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority forwarding account for fill and flood line mapping - Willow Creek, showing a total cost of $19,950.65 of which Federal/Provincial share is $17,955.59 and the Township share being $1,995.06. On motion of Davie and Vousden Township of Oro share of account as presented be paid to Nottawasaga Valley Conservation Authority to a total of $1,995.06. Presented letter from Ministry of Natural Resources, Huronia District with respect to proposals of any dredging and filling activities, pond and dam construction, s~eamdiversions and or crossings, bank stablizations, or the construction of docks, boathouses, breakwalls, etc. and requirements of approvals. On motion of Vousden and Davie letter be received and filed for reference as required, copy be forwarded to the Road Superintendent for his information. Presented letter from Walter A. Humphreys, owner of Ept Lot 2, Concession 5, with respect to reassessment of his property under Section 86. The property assessment having increased from $1000 to~140, with no serviced roads to the property. ~ . . . """'lIlIIII Pg. 55 FIFTH MEETING {Cont'El FEBRUARY 2, 1981 On motion of Davie and Halfacre letter be received and Clerk to reply and advise that he review his assessment with the Assessment Office and should he feel that the explanation is not sufficient upon the Assessment Office giving consideration to an unserviced road, the avenue of appeal is open. Council at this time do not propose to program any major improvements to the raod in 1981 or in the near future. Presented letter from W. J. Leslie, Stewart, Esten, solicitors with respect to By-law prosecutions and implementation of Part 1 of the Provincial Offences Act, outlining procedure for preparation of same. On motion of Davie and Vousden letter be received for reference as required. Presented letter from the Council for Canadian Unity with respect to Canada Week - June 25th to July 1, 1981 and Community celebrations. On motion of Vousden and Davie letter be received and filed, the Council of the Township of Oro do not propose any special celebration functions other than flying the Canadian Flag. Presented letter from the Office of the Public Trustee with respect to the property of William Skeffington, namely part of Lot 8, Concession 2, advising that this property has been referred to the Crown Estates Department for administration, after which the Public Trustees will be in a position to take action concerning the payment of outstanding taxes. In the interim it was requested by telephone and followed by letter to have same boarded up for protection by vandalism. Clerk advised that the Road Department had carried out this work and same will be added to the 1981 taxes as authorized by their letter. On motion of Davie and Vousden letter and Clerk's report accepted and Clerk to apply the cost of boarding up the property on the 1981 taxes as requested and authorized by the Office of the Public Trustee. Road Supt. Fred Haughton was present at 1:30 p.m. to present his report for work carried out during the month of January and Vouchers 1 and 1A to cover same. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden report of Road Supt. as presented accepted as satisfactory and Treasurer authorized to issue cheques in payment of same to a total of $43,879.80. Road Supt. Haughton presented a draft proposed road expenditure programme to match the 1981 subsidy allocations of $379,000.00 presented to the last regular meeting of Council. This was referred to Committee of Council for consideration and review and recommendation of same be presented to Council. The matter of fuel supply was further discussed and the following action was taken. On motion of Vousden and Davie that the Road Supt. and Road Committee obtain further quotations for the supply of gasoline, diesel and furnace oil to the Township on a two year period. Pg. 56 FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 . On motion of Davie and Vousden that the Township of Oro call tenders for one 6 ton diesel truck comp1ete with snow plow harness and two-way dump box and sand spreader according to MTC specifications and that the tender specifications as presented be forwarded to MTC for approval. Tenders to be called two ways with a trade-in of a 5 ton truck and without trade-in. Also that the snowplow harness and two way box be tendered separate from truck tender. Tenders to close at 12:00 noon on March 2, 1981. Presented letters from the Hon. Thomas Wells, Minister, Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs, advising of Provincial Transfer Payments to Municipalities for 1981 which will increase by 9.6%, and information on security bonding for municipal staff members. On motion of Halfacre and Davie, letters be received and placed on file for reference. Presented letter from Hastings Electric with respect to placing of signs on Township road allowances. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, Mr. Hastings be advised that the placing of business signs on Townhip road allowances is prohibited by By-law NO. 1031 and that persons erecting such signs are liable to prosecution. . Presented letter from J. R. M. Williams in respect to reassessment of part of Lot 2, Concession 5. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, that Mr. Williams be advised of the procedures regarding assessment appeal. Presented draft "Information to Ratepayers" to be inclused with the Interim Tax Bills for Council IS review. After perusal of same, members of Council found same to be satisfactory. Presented letter from Mr. D. S. White, Stewart, Esten in reply to Township letter of January 28, 1981 requesting legal opinion of convenent on deed for Oro Memorial Park and requesting interpretation on several specific points. On motion of Davie and Halfacre that the letter be referred to the Committee for further report. A copy of a By-law to provide for the remuneration and expenses for members of Council, certain local boards and expenses for employees was presented for Council IS consideration. The By-law provides form to set out method of submission to Council an itemized statement of the remuneration and expenses paid according to By-law in the preceding year as required under Section 389 of the Municipal Act. After full review and consideration of the By-law by Council the following action was taken. A By-law to provide for the remuneration and expenses for members of Council, appointees to certain local boards and other bodies and for expenses to other employees, was on motion of Arbour and Vousden, introduced and numbered as By-law No. 1227/81 and read a first time. . Pg. 57 FIFTH MEETING (Conti d) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 On motion of Davie and Vousden By-law No. 1227/81 read a first time, be read a second time. . On motion of Halfacre and Arbour, By-law No. 1227/81 read a second time, be read a third time. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, By-law No. 1227/81 now read a third time, do pass, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Reeve, and copies of same be made available to all members of Council, Planning Board and Committee of Adjustment and Treasurer to prepare and submit a prescri bed form, "Schedul e D" of thi s By-l aw to Counci 1 before February 28, 1981, Treasurerls Statement of the remuneration and expenses paid pursuant to this By-law in the preceding year. Presented a draft By-law to amend By-law No. 1197, being a By-law to require the licensing and registration of dogs and for the control of dogs within the Township of Oro and known as the "Dog Licensing and Control By-law". The purpose of the By-law being to amend Section 3.1 and 3.3 of By-law No. 1197 and extend the date that licences must be renewed before penalty for late renewal is added, to April 15th from March 31st. After consideration a By-law to amend By-law No. 1197 to extend the last day for renewal of dog licence before penalty is added to April 15th was on motion of Vousden and Davie, introduced and numbered as By-law No. 1228/81 and read a first time. . On motion of Halfacre and Arbour, By-law No. 1228/81 read a first time be read a second time. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, By-law No. 1228/81 read a second time, be read a third time. On motion of Arbour and Davie, By-law No. 1228/81 now read a third time, do pass, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Reeve, and copy of this By-law be forwarded to the Ontario Humane Society. A By-law to appoint members to the Community Arena and Hall Boards was presented. On motion of Davie and Vousden, that a By-law to appoint members to the Committees for the management and control of Community Recreation Centres and to rescind By-law No. 1208/80 as introduced be numbered as By-law No. 1229/81 and read a first time. On motion of Arbour and Halfacre, By-law Mo: 1229/81 read a first time be read a second time. On motion of Halfacre and Davie By-law No. 1229/81 read a second time, be read a tird time. On motion of Vousden and Arbour, By-law No. 1229/81 now read a third time, do pass, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Reeve and a copy be forwarded to all Community Halls and the Arena Committee. . Pg.58 FIFTH MEETING (Contld) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 . On motion of Halfacre and Vousden that Councillor Arbour be authorized to attend a seminar for Arena Managers at Wasaga Beach. Reeve McLean presented a letter in form of a petition from Ratepayers attending the Township Arena with respect to temporary seating at the Arena behind the glass heated portion of the arena having been removed and requesting same be replaced. On motion of Davie and Halfacre, that the petition from ratepayers of the Township with respect to seating at the Township Arena be received and referred to the Arena Board. Trustees Hawkestone Police Village were present as previously arranged at 3:30 p.m. Trustees present were Ralph Leigh, Dianne McKenzie and Robyn Fallon. The meeting had been requested by the Trustees and scheduled for the last regular meeting. Since two of the Trustees were not able to attend on January 19th, due to illness, an appointment was rearranged for today. Clerk presented a letter from Trustee Dianne McKenzie, apologizing for not being able to attend the last meeting of Council. . Trustees presented proposals for Council IS consideration, with respect to Trustees Budget and agreement with Council for mill rate reduction. Reeve McLean advised that this matter had been discussed with representatives from the Ministry of Intergovernmental Affairs, Paul Spears and Paul Jones who were again invited to attend this meeting. The Trustees presented a document outlining the Trustees summary of assessment and population and expenditures and proposals to Council of Trustees for 1981 and future. The matter was discussed at considerable length. The Reeve advised that Council would consider the matter further when their budget is presented. The matter of equipment for the park was brought up by the Park Committee and the following action was taken. On motion of Halfacre and Davie that the Park Committee be authorized to purchase two sets of horseshoes for a horseshoe pit at Oro Memorial Park. The matter of cost to finish the rooms in the basement of the Park Booth and residence was discussed and estimates were presented. On motion of Davie and Vousden that estimate be received and placed on file until a second estimate has been received. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre that the following accounts be paid. 1980 accounts paid in 1981: Fire Accounts $ 2,308.50 1,045.00 7,611.88 100.00 25.00 46.20 27.60 241.50 217.97 . Horseshoe Valley - 1980 water rates Norman Shelswell - 1980 water rates Indian Park Association - 1980 water rates Oro Election Expenses - 4 @ $25.00 Bruce Anderson - Livestock Valuation Sherry Shellswell - cleaning office The Packet - notice Boards and Committees Ron Young - Jo-Con Services . FIFTH MEETING (Cont'd) FEBRUARY 2, 1981 1981 accounts paid in 1981: Wages - Office 4 weeks ending January 23, 1981 Arena - 4 weeks ending January 25, 1981 W.D.S. - 4 weeks ending January 23, 1981 Council - 2 months ending January & December . Ainley & Associates - Waterfront Zoning Can. Mental Health Assoc. - grant A.M.T.C. - membership R.O.M.A. - membership A.M.O. - membership County of Simcoe Recreation - bonspi1el C. N. 1. B. - grant Ontario Good Roads - membership Treasurer of Ontario - O.M.B. application H. Neufeld - petty cash Ontario Good Roads - convention registration Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture - 1980 levy on roll Salvation Army - 1981 grant Provo Assoc. Comm. of Adj. - seminar registration East Simcoe Plowman's Association - 1981 grant Crawford Heating - repair furnace Town Hall Sheila Campbell - grant Guthrie Hall R.O.M.A. - conference registration Nabel Leasing - rental for January 1981 Texaco Canada - fuel for December 1980 H. Neufeld - petty cash Bradley's - office supplies Joan Fletcher - overtime dinner expense Dyment Stubley - certificates Green & Ross - W.D.S. repairs Network Bus. Supplies - office supplies Law Construction Ltd. - Jo-Con snow removal Grand & Toy - office supplies Sheridan Equipment - W.D.S. parts Grand & Toy - office supplies Municipal World - subscription Sheridan Equipment - W.D.S. parts Dyment-Stubley - notices and envelopes H. Neufeld - picture frames Allan McLean - seminar expenses Sheridan Equipment - W.D.S. parts Sheridan Equipment - W.D.S. parts Ontario Building Officials Association - membership Browning & Sanders - garbage contract Rawsonls Garage - Building Inspector's car Municipal World - 2 year subscription Ron Young - Jo Con Barrie Plumbing - Township Office humidifer N.V.C.A. - fill and flood line mapping Bell Canada - Township Office Bell Canada - Park Municipal World - office supplies . Pg. 59 $ 8,291.83 2,853.67 1,334.17 5,714.60 1,540.50 35.00 120.00 125.00 498.61 50.00 50.00 37.00 50.00 35.00 135.00 415.24 50.00 10.00 150.00 101.00 390.65 530.00 63.43 105.80 25.00 83.59 10.00 184.28 52.00 243.96 16.00 52.00 528.55 125.01 255.50 112.48 247.26 10.68 71 . 35 84.52 51.77 15.00 3,011.20 10.00 328.50 1,560.00 71.16 1,995.06 152.83 30.07 212.50 J. FIFTH MEETING (ContJdl FEBRUARY-22-1981 B.P. Canada - fuel for office, hall & W.D.S. North Simcoe Soil & Crop Association - annual seed fair . Fire Accounts - month of January """'lIlIIII Pg. 60 $ 845.61 25.00 2,491. 84 On motion of Arbour and Vousden, adjourn to meet again on Monday, February 16, 1981 at 10:00 a.m. . . \ff.: -?;~! /'AI) l' / / -:f-".. ;' I L-PA~ K. McLean - Reeve ~.