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05 03 1982 Council Minutes . . . COUNCIL CHAMBERS - MAY 3, 1982 NINETH MEETING Council met pursuant to adjournment with all members present at 9:30 a.m.: Present Reeve Deputy Reeve Councillor Councillor Councillor R.S. Arbour S. Davie T. Halfacre S. Vousden A. Johnson Reeve R.S. Arbour opened the meeting with prayer at 9:30 a.m. Minutes The minutes of the last regular meeting held on April 19, 1982 were on motion of Halfacre and Davie, confirmed as printed and received. Copies of Letters Forwarded Copies of letters forwarded as instructed were presented as follows: -Canam Oil Services - Advised by telephone that tenders will be further considered -Woddington Systems Inc. (Norjohn Contr.)- after review with M.T.C. -Pollard Bros. advising that tender for Dust Control 82-01 had been accepted as low tender subject to MTC approval. -Miller Paving Ltd - advising that tender of Pollard Bros. had been accepted and returning tender cheque. -Robert Young Construction Ltd - advising that tender for Pit Run Gravel 82- 02 and Gravel Crushing 82-03 had been accepted subject to MTC approval. -Russell H. Stewart Constr. - advising that tender of 82-02 of R. Young had -Reeves Constr. Ltd., - been accepted and returning tender cheques. -John Duivenvoorden Haulage " -Collingwood, Sand & Gravel - Advising that tender of Robert Young Constr. had been accepted for Contract 82-03 and returning Tender Cheque. -Seeley & Arnill Constr. Ltd., - advising that tender for Contract 82-04 Prime & Surface Treating had been accepted subject to M.T.C approval. -Miller Paving Ltd - advising that tender for Contract 82-04 had been awarded -McKean Quarries - to Seeley & Arnill Constr. and returning tender cheques. -Allan G. Cook Ltd. - advising that their tender for 82-05 - Hot Mix Asphalt had been accepted subject to M.T.C. approval -McKean Quarries Ltd., - advising that tender of Allan G. Cook Ltd., for Contract -K.J. Beamish Constr. 82-05 had been accepted and returning tender cheques. -Corrugated Pipe Co. Ltd. advising that their tender for 82-06 had been ac- cepted subject to M.T.C. approval. -Copies of letters as forwarded to Armco Canada Ltd; Koppers Int. Canada Ltd; E.S. Hubbell & Sons Ltd; Fawcett Metal Products Ltd; J.V. Holt Sales Ltd; Canada Culvert & Metal Products; United Extrusions Ltd, advising that tender of Corrugated Pipe Co. Ltd., had been accepted subject to M.T.C. approval. -Ministry of Transportation and Communications advising of tenders accepted for 82-01, 82-02, 82-03, 82-04, 82-05, 82-06 and forwarded list of tenders accepted and received and requesting Ministry approval of Council's action. . . . Pg. 417 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 -Elston Industries Ltd. advising that quotation for the supply of One Way Snow Plow had been accepted as the lowest quotation and copies of letters to Champion Road Machinery Ltd., and Frink Canada Limited advising of quotation accepted. -Ministry of Transportation and Communications forwarding list of quotations received for One Way Snow Plow and advising of acceptance of quotation. -County of Simcoe, Recreation Dept., forwarding resolution of Council supporting the application as submitted by Oro Township Swim Committee to participate in County Water Safety Program. -David McKee, Hitch House Limited- re: Norshell Developments with respect to establishing a temporary Sales Office on Park Lands of Plan M-118, which is being authorized under Agreement with Hitch House Limited, setting out conditions for same. -Ron Johnston Insurance forwarding claim W82-12497 for accident which occured March 16, 1982 - Claimant Charles Spooner. -Central Oro Ratepayers Association forwarding cheque for cleaning Town HaIl. -Stewart, Esten, re: Township of Oro vs Racco. -Mrs. Joan Flemming, Clerk, Township of Matchedash, advising that Oro Council are not prepared to have a representative on proposed Conservation Committee. -Lloyd Squire, Oro Septic Service re: Portable Toilets at Oro Memorial Park and reply advising of cost and number - 4 units May 17th to August 31st, and 4 more units June 30th to August 31st for a total of $1,740.00. -Eric O'Brien re: Ball Diamond improvements for use of Ladies Softball League. -Small Craft Harbour - forwarding lease fee for 1982 and report of activities at the three docks in 1981. -Simcoe County Federation of Agriculture, with respect to load limitation restric- tion for trucks transporting vegetables. -Linda Turnbul1 re: Park Lots 138,139, 143 & 144 - Plan 1488. -Barrie Suburban Road Commission re: permission to erect sign on County Road No. 27 to indicate Line 7. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, copies of letters as presented and forwarded accepted as satisfactory and ordered placed on file. Presented Correspondence, Communications, Etc., as follows: -The Hon. Minister, James Snow, M.T.C. - advising of direction for advance Road subsidy for $129,000 being 30% of initial subsidy allocation. -Secretariat for Social Development re: Senior Citizen Week beginning June 20th to 26th and order form for more copies. -Ontario Parks Association - Minutes of General Meeting March 4, 1982 and mem- bership card for 3 members for the Township. -District Mun. Engineer, M.T.C. - Memorandum re: Scales of Fees and Mileage Rates. -Workmen's compensation Board - Statement of medical aid for William Sheardown. -Copy of letter to Ronald G. Holden, D.D.S. from Road supt. re: Construction of Lakeshore Road at 5th line. -M. E. York - enquiry as to whether it is permissable to put used motor oil on Driveway to control dust. -Giffels Associates Limited re: Lot levy Seminar and Municipal Management Consulting Services. -Arena Rental Report February 20th to April 10th, 1982. -Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing-Background Issue - April 19/82. -Ontario Association of Property Standards Officers Inc. - Newsletter -Apr/82 -Ministry of Natural Resources - District News Release. -Bel 1 Canada - Reminder to call before digging and causing damaged cable . . . . ~ NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 -Copies of Survey Plans - 51R-11012 ; 51R-II013. -A.M.O. Sub-Committee on Children's Services - Shorts Vol. 3 No.1. -Barrie Public Library - sending copies of annual report and brochure. -The Terry Fox Canadian Youth Centre - requesting assistance in encouraging the young people in the Community to attend the Terry Fox Youth Centre. -Copy of application for Domestic First Class Mail Service Agreement. -Ministry of Natural Resources re: thinning of trees in She Is well Park and marking of same which may be requested by the Township from the Ministry. On motion of Davie and Johnson, correspondence, communications as presented be received and filed for reference. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, that Councillor Johnson be authorized to request the Ministry of Natural Resources to mark the trees for thinning at Shelswell Park and should written confirmation of the request be required, same be forwarded. Treasurer's Report Treasurer presented report for the month of April, showing list of total receipts. On motion of Johnson and Davie, the Treasurer's report as presented be accepted showing total receipts of $327,132.42. 01d & Unfinished Business Presented letter from Paul G.M. Hermiston, Q.C. advising he had attended in Toronto to examine Mr. Torpey as a Judgement Debtor on the Judgement and that Mr. Torpey did not appear at the appointment. And, that the next move will be to make an application to a Judge in Barrie, Simcoe County to have him jail- ed for comtempt, or in the alternative, compel him to attend here in Barrie for the examination. Enclosed account for arranging for the examination and attending same to a total of $348.91. On motion of Halfacre and Johnson, letter be received and account for services rendered to arrange and attend for examination of Mr. Torpey as Judgement Debtor on the Judgement be paid to an amount of $348.91. Presented copy of letter to Daniel G. Hill, President, Black History Society requesting confirmation of a suitable date to hold a service at the African Church to commemorate the Restoration of the African Church which had been vandalized in 1981. Also reply from Dr.Daniel G. Hill advising that the matter will be taken up at the next meeting of the executive and suggesting a preference for service in late August or early September. On motion of Davie and Vousden, letter be received and matter be further considered when Ontario Black History Society advise of a suitable and ap- propriate date. . . . ~ NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 Clerk presented a report on Dog Licenses issued to date, all books having been brought in from Places of business, last date for sale at the various places being April 15, 1982. Licenses issued at stores License fees received Less percentage to issuer of .75~ per tag 313 2 , 77 2 . 00 226.50 2,545.50 (302 x .75) Total amount of fees for licences from stores Plus No. of licenses issued at Twp. Office Fees for licenses issued at Twp. Office Total Fees from all licenses 296 2,891.00 .k 5,436.50 On motion of Davie and Halfacre, report as presented accepted and Clerk to forward letters to Georgian College and Manpower to enquire whether per- sonnel are available to call on door to door basis to sell Dog Licenses on a flat contract basis. Presented letter from the Hon. Dennis R. Timbrell, Minister, Ministry of Agricultue and Food in reply to Township letter of March 3, 1982 regarding proposed discontinuance of repair and restoration of Agricultural and steam equipment on Lot 21, Concession 11. Letter advises that the only Museum staff member presently at this site will reach mandatory retirement age in January 1983 and will not be replaced. All museum storage and restoration will be continued at the Milton site. And, that the Ministry of Government Services is actively seeking alternative uses for the site which wil1 provide the maximum benefit to the Community. Contact person with this Ministry is G.A. Mann, Director of Property Management Branch. On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, lettter be received and filed for refer- ence and a letter be forwarded to Director of Property Management Branch, Ministry of Government Services requesting the Township be advised of use proposed for this site. Clerk re-presented quotations for Non-Asphaltic Dust Layer as received from Canam Oil Services and from Woodington Systems of a "Bond-All N.J." petrol- eum resin product, which had been presented to the meeting of Oro Council on April 19th, and deferred until Road Supt, contacted M.T.C. on the pro- duct quoted by Woodington Systems. Also presented recommendations of Road Supt as result of obtaining further information on the product in question. On motion of Davie and Vousden, that as recommended by the Road Supt. the quotation of Canam Oil Services be accepted as per letter of quotation dated March 8, 1982 to supply and apply approximately up to 20,000 gallons of Canam Non-Asphaltic gravel dust layer at a firm price of 71.95 cents per imperial gallon. The quotation of Woodington Systems not being according to requested specifications. And, that the quote of Woodington Systems Inc. be accepted for information only and that the Township is prepared to inves- tigate Bond-All N.J. as an experiment only and would ask what their price would be for approximateiy 10,000 to 12,000 gallons of mixture (1:4) applied. Pg. 420 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 . Recommendations of Committee of Council held April 29, 1982 that the Park Committee be authorized Improvement in the Shelswell Park on Plan Councillor Vousden requested a recorded Councillor VOUSDEN Nay vote: of Halfacre and Johnson up to 2,000.00 for Park Park lands on Plan 967. Reeve Yea D. Reeve Yea Councillor HALFACRE Councillor JOHNSON Yea Yea (Motion Carried) On motion to expend M-118 and After further consideration of presentation by Mrs. Chris Kitchen on behalf of Parents-in-Action, East Oro Public School with respect to Playground Equipment, and request for assistance of Council for grant application, the following resolution was passed: On motion of Davie and Johnson, that Oro Council would be prepared to assist in the Playground Project of the Community Athletics Field at East Oro Public School and would be prepared to enter into an Agreement between Simcoe County Board of Education, Oro Recreation Committee and Parents-in-Action of East Oro. And, further that the Township would be entering into this type of Agreement solely for the purpose of grant application and not direct fund- ing. The funding to meet the grant requirements would be the responsibility of the Managment Committee formed. . On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, that the Park Committee be authorized to demolish the present washrooms and the two old change rooms at Oro Mem- orial Park to make room for the new change rooms. Mr. James Shelswell, Chief Building Official was present at 11:40 a.m. with respect to Building matters. He first advised about the Septic System at Oro Memorial Park now partially uncovered should be pumped and filled with sand. The uncovering occurred when the old washrooms were being prepared to be demolished. He also advised that the monthly report of Building Permits would not be available until the next regular meeting. Deputy Reeve Davie enquired as to the inspection at Horseshoe Valley by the Fire Chief. The Chief Building Official advised same had now been completed. Mr. Stuart N. Keyes was present at 11:50 a.m. with respect to written report for Timothy Acres as requested, and presented a written report which was reviewed by Council. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, that the written report on services for Timothy Acres be accepted and that the recommendation of the report be inspec- ted as work progresses according to Subdividers Agreement. . Park Committee and other members of Council made some enquiries from Mr. Keyes regarding the proposed change rooms with respect to footings and slab foundation. NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 . ions for Grass Cutti Clerk reported that as instructed, a notice calling for quotations for grass cutting on Township Properties had been placed in the Barrie Examiner and Orillia Packet and that in response (8) quotations have been received in addition to quotations presented to a meeting of Oro Council held on April 5, 1982. And further, that these two persons had been advised that these quotations would be considered with the other quotations at this meeting. TOWN E. C. EAST GUTHRIE SHANTY RATE ORO SHELS. TWSP. HALL C; DRURY ORO BALL BAY RUGBY AFRICAN PER PARK PARK OFFICE CENO. MEM. CAIRN PARK FIRE H. CEME. CHURCH HOUR TOTAL Charles Udell 62.00 45.00 15.00 21. 00 25.00 10.00 45.00 58.00 15.00 22.00 15.00 318.00 52 O'Brien St to to to to to to to to to to Orillia 85.00 55.00 18.00 25.00 27.00 12.00 55.00 74.00 18.00 25.00 394.00 Ken Nelles 63.50 46.00 15.00 21. 00 26.00 10.00 45.00 58.50 18.00 22.00 10.50 325.00 RR # 1 Hawkestone E. Renkema 90.00 50.00 15.00 20.00 25.00 10.00 50.00 75.00 15.00 20.00 10.00 370.00 Landscaping 82 Dufferin St . Orillia Mike Darkoff 83.00 50.00 15.00 22.00 26.00 10.00 45.00 64.00 15.00 20.00 14.00 350.00 22 Caroline St Atherley Wade Sanderson 75.00 50.00 15.00 22.00 24.00 10.00 45.00 65.00 14.00 15.00 10.00 335.00 RR # 1 Orillia (Fergushill) Doug McArthur 75.00 50.00 18.00 25.00 25.00 15.00 55.00 70.00 15.00 55.00 15.00 403.00 418 Blake St Barrie Lloyd Squire 85.00 40.00 15.00 23.00 25.00 10.00 45.00 70.00 17.00 15.00 14.00 345.00 RR # 1 Oro Station Jim C; Dave Ware 80.00 55.00 15.00 25.00 28.00 11.00 52.00 70.00 16.00 22.00 14.00 374.00 RR # 7 Orillia Gary Balkwil 73.00 45.00 15.00 24.00 29.00 15.00 48.00 52.00 15.00 32.00 12.50 348.00 63 McKenzie Orillia . . . . NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 On motion of Davie and Halfacre, that the quotation of Charles Udell be accepted at the low flat rate as quoted for each property to a total price of $318.00 for one complete cutting according to low rates listed in letter of March 19, 1982. And, that any additional requests for cutting be at the rate of 15.00 per hour. And, further that failing his acceptance of Council's actions, the quotation of Ken Nelles for a total flat rate of $325.00 for one complete cutting be accepted. The report of the Township Road Superintendent for work done during the month of April was presented by the Clerk, in the absence of the Road Supt. who is on holidays, along with Voucher 4 to cover same. On motion of Vousden and Davie, that the report of the Road Supt, as present- ed by the Clerk be accepted and Treasurer authorized to issue cheques in payment of same to a total of $39,701.18. Deputy Reeve Davie advised that the Cab and Chassis from Sadlon & Scott will be equipped for propane fuel. A memorandum from James Shellswell, regarding recent automobile accident, which had been presented earlier at the meeting was presented to Council. Since the matter involved an item to be considered under personnel of the Township, it was moved by Deputy Reeve Davie and seconded by Councillor Vousden, that Council go into Committee of the Whole to consider a person- al request of James Shellswell. Time 1:45 p.m. On motion of Vousden and Davie, that Council come out of Committee of the Whole at 2:05 p.m. After further consideration the following action was taken: On motion of Vousden and Davie, that the Council of the Township of Oro will not prejudice in any way whatsoever, any employee, for taking neces- sary action to protect their own rights as an individual. The Planning Administrator was present at 2:10 p.m. to review planning and development matters. The following was presented: Committee of Adjustment, Notices of Hearing re: Submissions B4/82, B5/82, B6/82, B7/82, B8/82, and B9/82, re: Bell Canada easements. Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, project update list. Clerks Certificate, Section 39(27) of the Planning Act re: By-Law 1262/82. Stewart, Esten - Township Solicitors, advising of approval of proposed Timothy Acres Subdivision Agreement - 43T-77069. Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing, advising of amended conditions of draft approval, proposed Timothy Acres Subdivision, 43T-77069. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, that correspondence as presented be placed on file. . . . ~ Pg. 423 NINETH MEETING MAY 3, 1982 Presented letter from Gibson/Flood & Associates forwarding draft letter to Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing and application for grant as funding for Municipal Housing Statement and enclosures to be forwarded with application. Also Agreement for the work along with Proposal for prepara- tion of Municipal Housing Statement, which becomes Schedule "A" to the Agree- ment. (2 options set out in proposal). As well, enclosed a list of informa- tion requested from the Township for the study. Presented comments to Agreement and Schedule as reviewed by Planning Adminis- trator. Clerk advised that the application for grant as funding for Municipal Housing Statement had been forwarded as requested on April 26, 1982 and presented copy of letter and application as forwarded. After review of the summary proposed by the Planning Administrator, the following resolution was passed: On motion of Halfacre and Davie, that the suggested revisions and changes as presented to Council for the Agreement, be forwarded to Gibson/Flood and Associates Ltd., with reasoning for same and request the Agreement be amended accordingly before such Agreement may be entered into by the Township of Oro. Presented letter from Fund Raising Chairman, Central East Regional Games for the Physically Disabled, requesting financial support to offset costs of athletes participating in the 1982 7th annual Central East Regional Games for the Physically Disabled. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, letter be received and Clerk to reply and advise that the Council of the Township of Oro would be prepared to financially assist any athlete from the Township of Oro competing in the games for the Physically Disabled at the 7th Annual East Regional Games for the Physically Disabled upon being advised of the names of athletes from the Township of Oro who will be participating. Presented copy of letter to Chairman Oro Township Library Board from Chair- man, Barrie Public Library Board requesting support of resolution addressed to the Province of Ontario and forwarding same to Ministry of Citizenship and Culture that funding not be lost to Libraries for the Community infor- mation centre grants. On motion of Davie and Johnson, copy of letter be received and filed until Oro Township Library Board advise in this regard. Presented letter from Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing with respect to Municipal Housing Inspection - 1982 Comprehensive Review for Municipal Housing Inspectors. Sessions to be held June 6th to June 9th at Scarborough College. Letter urges Council to consider this program and take advantage of its availability. The matter having been discussed earlier with Township Chief Building Official. On motion of Halfacre and Johnson, that the Chief Building Official be au- thorized to attend the seminar and the Township pay the registration and accommodation fees and meals not included in the fees. . . . ....... Pg. 424 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 Presented letter from the Hon. Reuben Baetz, Minister of the recently estab-- lished Ministry of Tourism and Recreation, outlining Ministry's activities which is to focus on two basic objectives: 1. responsible for ensuring that adequate opportunities are available to all citizens of Ontario to pursue recreational activities appropriate to needs and interest. 2. responsible for encouraging the development of Ontario's tourism to promote the Province as an attractive destination for domestic and international travellers. On motion of Johnson and Vousden, letter be received and filed for reference. Presented letter from Ministry of the Environment with respect to Concrete Elevated Water Storage Structures, subject to inspections and overview of the Ministry. On motion of Johnson and Vousden, letter be received and filed for reference since no Concrete Elevated Water Storage Structures presently exist in the Township of Oro. Mr. Douglas Skelton of Skelton, Brumwell and Associates was present along with David McKee and Norman Shelswell, as scheduled for at 3:00 p.m. with respect to proposal by Hitch House Limited, for Plan M-118, Norshell Devel- opments, after meeting with the Ministry of the Environment and Health Unit, regarding Phase II. Mr. Skelton advised that a lot of activity had taken place for Phase II of Norshell Developments with various Agencies and reviewed documents en- closed with his letter to Council: 1) Schedule of Works - Phase II 2) Servicing Cost Estimates - Phase II. 3) Correspondence dated May 3, 1982 from the Ministry of the Environment. All documents having been reviewed with the Ministry of the Environment and Simcoe County District Health Unit and that both Mr. David McKee and Norman Shelswell are anxious to proceed. In order to do so some problems of the Subdividers Agreement have to be resolved- -Clause 13.1 page 6, required Phase II commence development two years ago October 1981- -Clause 30.4 (b) page 8 of Schedule "C" states that approval to proceed with subsequent stage (Phase) will not be given until at least 80% of the lots of the previous Phase have completed dwellings thereon. In order to proceed it is requested that the Township waive the "80% built" clause (30.4(b) to allow the developer to proceed with the installation of services in accordance with the spirit of the Agreement as set out in Clause 13.1 page 6. In this respect, M.O.E. and S.C.D.H.U. have given appro- val to commence Phase II in accordance with l(e) of the Addendum to the Subdividers Agreement as set out in the correspondence dated May 3, 1982 from the Ministry of the Environment presented as item 3 above. Request Council approve same. .. . . . "'IIIIIIII Pg. 425 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 In conclusion, Mr. Skelton advised that the presentation requests Council to approve Cost Estimates as presented (item (2), Schedule of Works and authorize development of Phase II, as outlined to proceed, subject to de- posit of the Security set out under Servicing Costs Estimates - Phase II. Members of Council asked several questions regarding change of requirement of the M.O.E. and S.C.D.H.U. Deputy Reeve Davie mentioned the following points: -M.O.E. - 80% built on requirement - could economic conditions be reason for the Ministry changing the requirement. -Changes approved by Council - Plastic Pipe instead of Ductile Iron. -Township should have letter on file of Agreement between Hitch House Ltd., and Norshell (response - such letter can be made available) -Legal Agreements to pre-sell 75% then start services. -Amendment to Agreement to include Prime & Chip of Shelswell Blvd. -consumer (Purchaser) deposit protected. -Statment of conditions be presented to buyer. -Owners of lots to cut weeds and grass if not developed -Could fill not be placed on lots at time of service construction. Responded to by Doug Skelton, D. McKee and Norman Shelswell. After further consideration and discussion the following resolution was passed: On motion of Halfacre and Johnson, that the Council of the Township of Oro would be prepared to have an addendum to the Subdividers Agreement prepared which would waive Clause 30.4(b) of the Subdividers Agreement registered on title to allow the Developer to proceed with the installation of services in accordance with the Agreement as set out in Clause 13.1, Page 6, since the Ministry of the Environment and Simcoe County District Health Unit have given approval to commence Phase II, in accordance with l(e) of the Adden- dum to the subdividers Agreement as set out in the correspondence dated May 3, 1982 from the Ministry of the Environment. And, further that the Township of Oro are prepared to approve in principle the presented costs of estimate and authorize Phase II of the Development to proceed as outlined in the Schedule of Works, once the Township Engineer concurs with the cost Estimates and subject to the deposit of the Security as set out in revised Lakeview Farms Subdivision - Servicing Cost Estimates - Phase II and Schedule of Works - Phase II and letter from Skelton, Brumwell & Associates dated May 3, 1982. And providing that sufficient Security is included for the balance of Phase I not completed or an Addendum be prepared for Phase I. The approval in principle, is subject to the foregoing and presentation of an Addendum to the Subdividers Agreement between all parties now in- volved, being prepared and presented to Council of the Township of Oro. And, further that the Prime and Chip of Shelswell Blvd., being included in the Addendum and that the said addendum when completed, be registered on title at the cost of the Developer. . . . ~ Pg. 426 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 Presented letter from Ministry of Agriculture and Food setting out details of the Tile Drainage Loan program for 1982-83 as outlined by the Hon Dennis Timbrell at a meeting with OFDA, AMO and OFA on April 20, 1982. The criteria outlined will make it both more consistent and fairer as between Municipal- ities and individual farmers as follows: a) Maximum loan is 60% of cost of work b) Individual Municipalities may choose lower loan rate c) Maximum loan to an individual farmer if $60,000 d) Farmers who applied but did not receive tile loan in 1981-82 to receive priority by Municipality in the 1982-83 allocation. e) Lending rate for fiscal year 1982-83 is 10%. f) Ministry is requesting Municipalities to determine and submit their Tile Drainage requirement by June 1, 1982. On motion of Johnson and Vousden, letter and outline of Minister as presented be received and letter be filed for reference and Tile Drainage Applicants be advised of amount of loan and applicants be encouraged to proceed as soon as possible in order to have loans processed. Presented from Jack Lennox of the Barrie, Lefroy and District Commuter's Committee, requesting support of Council to have the Government of the Pro- vince of Ontario to take over and operate under the GO rail service, the Barrie to Toronto Commuter rail service presently being operated by VIA Rail. On motion of Davie and Halfacre, that the Council of the Township of Oro support the efforts of the Barrie, Lefroy and District Commuter's Committee to have the Province of Ontario to take over and operate under the GO Rail service, the Barrie to Toronto Commuter rail service presently being opera- ted by VIA Rail. And, further that the Hon. George Taylor, Q.C. M.P.P., Simcoe South and Allan K. McLean, M.P.P. Simcoe East be requested to continue their efforts to persuade the Provincial Government to provide the Barrie to Toronto Commuter Rail Service. Presented letter from Ingram Amos, Reeve, Township of Medonte expressing the appreciation of Medonte council and residents of Medonte to members of the Oro Township Fire Department for their assistance during the recent train derailment and fire. On motion of Johnson and Davie, the letter be received and copy of same be sent to the Fire Chief for the Township of Oro and the four District Chiefs with request that same be conveyed to all members of each District Department, in particular all those that attended. And, further Oro Township Council wish to express their appreciation to the Township Fire Chief, District Chiefs and all Volunteer Firemen who participated at the recent Medonte Township train derailment and fire. Presented letter from Secretary, Green Birch Beach Ratepayers Association expressing appreciation of the Association members for work carried out by the Township Road Department and would request continuance of poison ivy spraying in 1982. And, would still be interested in knowing Council's opinion regarding mosquito control programme. Also advising of Spring meet- ing to be held June 12, 1982 at 10:00 a.m. (same location as last year) and would request Councillor Allan Johnson to attend as in 1981. Letter requests Council's reply in writing. . . . Pg. 427 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, that the Road Dept. propose to continue the road maintenance in the area as in 1981 including poison ivy spraying on Road allowance and Township properties, where necessary and that Council- lor Johnson will be attending the Spring meeting on June 12, 1982. No mosquito spraying program is being contemplated by the Township of Oro at this time. Presented letter from Ross W. Bradley as complaint against the operator of Shanty Bay Auto Wreckers and Sales Ltd., operated on Part Lot 21, Conc. 5 as shown on Survey Plan by Paul Kitchen and Drawing 81443-1 prepared as a site plan by Skelton Brumwell and Associates. Matter of concern being Item 8 of Agreement between said Shanty Bay Auto Wreckers and Sales and Township of Oro. On motion of Davie and Johnson, that Mr. M. Walt of Shanty Bay Auto Wreckers and Sales Limited be advised of the letter of complaint and request that Mr. M. Walt reply as to the violation and when the work under Item 8 of the Agreement is to be completed. Presented letter from Consumers Gas forwarding related documents: 1) Application by Consumers Gas Company Limited 2) Notice of Rate Application from Ontario Energy Board. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, letters and related Application by Consumers Gas and Notice of Rate Application from Ontario Energy Board be received and filed. Presented from Ontario Hydro, a Supplementary Report to Volume II of Southwes- tern Ontario Plan Stage Environmental Assessment. On motion of Davie and Johnson, that Supplementary Report Plan Stage, Environ- mental Assessment, Volume II of Sruthwestern Ontario Public Review of Alterna- tive Transmission System Expansion Programs, be received and filed for refer- ence and review. Clerk presented letter from Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario with respect to 44th Annual Conference and Registration forms for same as well as accommodation reservation. On motion of Vousden and Davie, letter and enclosures for Association of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers 44th Annual Conference as presented be received and Clerk-Treasurer authorized to attend Conference July 4th to 7th and Registration and Accommodation fees be paid by the Municipality as well as other authorized Conference items in accordance with Township By-Law. Presented letter from Horseshoe Valley Property Owners Association expres- sing concern about winter sand on pavement and Birchgrove Road surface and shoulders at Lot 7 and 8, Plan 1587, Horseshoe Valley Subdivision. On motion of Vousden and Davie, Clerk to reply and advise of proposed program- me by Roads Department, for matters of concern expressed in letter. . . . n~ Pg. 428 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 Presented letter from Lloyd George, President, Central Oro Ratepayers Associa- tion (CORA) requesting a meeting with Council to discuss matters with refer- ence to Road Building and Maintenance and concern about Environmental Study for fly over at line 9 and No. 11. Clerk advised that a Notice of Completion of Study had appeared in the local newspapers and copy of the Study had been available in the Township Office for perusal by any person as of March 31, 1982 as stated in the Notice. A copy is still available at the Township Office. On motion of Davie and Halfacre, letter be received and Central Oro Ratepayers be advised that should they wish to meet with Council at the next Committee of Council meeting same may be scheduled and also to be advised that copy of the completion of Study by MTC, Environmental Report W.P. 26-81-01, is available at the Township Office for review and has been available since March 30th, 1982 and Notice was placed in both local newspapers by the Ministry. The Township of Oro Budget for 1982 Expenditures and Revenue as reviewed and revised at a Committee of Council Budget Meeting on April 22, 1982, and further considered, now show a total estimated expenditure of $1,650,000 with estimated Revenue of $989,000 leaving an amount to be levied of $661,000 including the mill rate reduction of the general mill rate for Hawkestone Police Village as agreed to by Council and Trustees in accordance with Section 338(1) formerly Section 478(1) of the Municipal Act, in the amount of $3,250.00 plus the requisiton of the Hawkestone Police Village Trustees for added ser- vices to the Ratepayers of Hawkestone Police Village to an amount of $3,250.00 less 1981 balance of $1,584.00, leaving an amount to be levied of 4,916.00. The estimated road expenditures for H.P.V. of $14,000 have been included in the Township Road Expenditures. The estimated Revenue including all grants and apportionments of Bell Telephone Gross Receipts (Section 304(a) and Hos- pital per bed rating (Adult Occupational Centre) Section 304, will require an amount of $661,000 to be levied, necessitating a Residential Mill Rate of 59.733 mills on residential and farm Assessment and a Commercial Mill Rate of 70.275 mills on Commercial Assessment. The added Trustee Requisition of $6,500 after 50% reduction and application of 1981 balance on Commercial Mill rate, when applied being 10.495 - 5.247 5.247 and Residential Mill rate 85% of Commercial being 12.347-6.173 = 6.173 mills. The total Mill Rate for rateable property of Hawkestone Police Village will be General Residential 59.733 + 5.247 = 64.981 Mills and General Commercial of 70.275 + 6.173 76.449. The total Assessment for 1982 being 10,831,643 (Residential 9,504,201 and Commercial of 1,327,442). The Mill Rate being calculated at 85% of 8,078,571 and 100% Commercial of 1,327,442 for a total of 9,406,013, thereby making a differential of 15% between Residential and Commercial Mill Rate in accor- dance with Provincial requirements. On motion of Davie and Vousden, that the total estimated expenditure for 1982 of $1,650,000 with an estimated Revenue of 989,000 for the Township of Oro general levy, an amount to be levied of $661,000, including a 50% mill rate reduction of the general levy for Hawkestone Police Village Rate- payers to an amount of 43,250 and an additional requisition by the Trustees of Hawkestone Police Village to be added to all rateable property of the Hawkestone Police Village in the amount of $3,250 (less 1981 balance) be hereby accepted as the 1982 Township Budget and Expenditure and Revenue as adopted requiring an amount of $661,000 to be levied by general Municipal Rates and necessitating a mill rate of 59.733 for Residential and farm and a Commercial Mill Rate of 70.275 mills on all Commercial Assessment for the Township, with the general mill rate for Hawkestone Police Village Ratepayers plus the additional expenditure requisitioned by the Trustees of $6,500 for 50% of 6,500. Pg. 429 ~ NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 . Necessitating a Residential of 5.247 and Commercial Mill rate of 6.173 to a total H.P.V. Mill Rate of 64.981 Residential and 76.449 Commercial. (The 6.173 Commercial and 5.247 Residential mill reduction as agreed to by Council having been applied to reduce the General Mill Rate) And that these mill Rates be applied for 1982 to raise the necessary money and that the levies and mill rates be incorporated in the Township By-Law to Raise, Levy and collect taxes in 1982. On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, that a By-Law to Raise,Levy and Collect Taxes for 1982 in accordance with the Township Budget, as approved and to levy and collect for the County and School Requisitions, as approved at a meeting held on April 19, 1982 as well as special area levies and garbage collection flat rate charges, flat rate Hydro charges, be introduced and numbered as By-Law No. 1265/82 and read a first time. On motion of Vousden and Davie, By-Law No. 1265/82 read a first time be read a second time. On motion of Davie and Johnson, By-Law No. 1265/82 read a second time, be read a third. On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, By-Law No. 1265/82 now read a third time, do pass, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Reeve and Trea- surer to apply necessary Mill Rates as set out in By-Law 1265/82, which are to be forwarded to IBM for processing of the 1982 Final Tax Billing along with other necessary documents required. . Presented for consideration by-laws to rezone certain lands from 'SR-Shoreline Residential' to 'RG-General Residential' as provided for under Official Plan Amendment No. 12 and By-Law No. 1031 as amended, the Shoreline Conversion Process now being in place and approved by the Ontario Municipal Board. In order of presentation, the By-laws relate to the following lands, as they purport to amend By-Law No. 1031 as amended: 1) Lots 27,28, R.P. 807 and Lot 19, R.P. 882, amending Schedule 'D' 2) Lots 27,28, R.P. 755, Lots 29,30 R.P. 755, and Lot 70, R.P. 967, amending Schedule 'Dl' 3) Lots 5,26 RP589, and Lots 10,21 RP 589, amending Schedule 'D2' 4) Lots 10,23 RP 935, Lot 21 RP 935 and Lot 30 RP 1291 amending Schedule 'D3' 5) Lot 35, RP 952, Lot 50 RP 952, Lot 52 RP952,Lot 8 RP 728, Lot 16,RP 728 and Lot 53, RO 952, amending Schedule 'E' 6) Lot 1, RP 1199 and Lots 19/20 RO 653, amending Schedule 'E3' 7) Pt. Lot 22, Con. 14, amending Schedule 'E4' On motion of Vousden and Davie, that By-Laws to rezone certain lands from 'SR-Shoreline Residential' to 'RG-General Residential' amending By-Law No. 1031 as amended, as introduced, be numbered as By-Laws No. 1266/82, 1267/82, 1268/82,1269/82,1270/82, 1271/82 and 1272/82, and read a first time. On motion of Davie and Johnson, that By-Law Nos. 1266/82,1267/82,1268/82,1269/82, 1270/82, 1271/82, 1272/82 read a first time, be read a second time. . On motion of Johnson and Halfacre, that By-Law Nos. 1266/82,1267/82,1268/82,1269/82 1270/82, 1271/82, 1272/82 read a second time, be read a third time. . . . ~ Pg. 430 NINETH MEETING - MAY 3, 1982 On motion of Halfacre and Vousden, that By-Law Nos. 1266/82, 1267/82, 1268/82, 1269/82, 1270/82, 1271/82, 1272/82, now read a third time, do pass, be engros- sed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Reeve. Planning Administrator to take the necessary actions under Section 39 of the Planning Act as required to place the By-Laws in full force and effect. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, the accounts for month of April were passed for payment to total of $324,373.33 (General $313,402.80, Fire $10,070.53). Committee Reports Councillor Halfacre brought to attention of Council the matter of Equipment proposed by the Park Supt.for the Booth at Oro Memorial Park. On motion of Halfacre and Johnson, that the Township purchase one soft ice cream making mach., grill and small deep fryer, which the Park Supt. may purchase from the Township provided that the same does not exceed $1,200.00. On motion of Davie and Johnson, that a draft Terms of Reference for procedural By-Law be prepared and presented to Council for review and consideration. On motion of Johnson and Davie, that the Waste Disposal Committee be authorized to intall a party line telephone at the Township Waste Disposal Site. On motion of Vousden and Halfacre, adjourn at 5:45 p.m. to meet again on Monday, May 17, 1982 at 9:30 a.m.