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02 28 1985 COW Minutes COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 28, 1985 COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL MEETING . Council met this evening as Committee of Council at 7:15 p.m. with the following members present: Deputy-Reeve Councillors: Joanna McEwen Robert E. Drury Allan Johnson Absent: Reeve, Stephen Davie and Councillor Halfacre Opening - The Deputy-Reeve McEwen opened the meeting at 7:15 p.m. in the absence of the Reeve. Declaration of Conflict of Interest - None Declared Delegations/Appointments Mr. Doug Skelton, of Skelton, Brumwell and Associates and Mr. Harry S. Cooper of Audobon Estates were present at 7:15 p.m. as scheduled on the agenda. Deputy-Reeve Joanna McEwen, after introductions, called upon Mr.Skelton to reVIew the proposal. Mr. Skelton then presented a proposed sketch of the A. Brooks property showing a walkway to Brock Street and indicating three possible lots which could fit into the proposed plan of Audobon Estates. This matter was discussed at some length with respect to joint development of both properties. Mr. Skelton indicated that it may be possible that the municipality may become involved to assist in putting the project together. . Mr. Skelton in conclusion enquired as to the position that Audobon Estates would be in should no solution be possible with the Brooks property. It was left that Mr. Skelton and Mr. Cooper contact Mr. Brooks and appear before a Council meeting at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, March 4, 1985. Matters Referred From Meeting of Council (a) By-law 1456 passed by Council of Simcoe County on December 1, 1922, to establish the Police Village of Hawkestone Boundries E~ Lot 22, Concession 11 and W~ Lot 22, Concession 12. In the W~, the boundary in the by-law, W~ Lot 22, Concession 12 and description indicates that from Lake Simcoe H.P.V. boundary runs northerly to Robinson Street, which then makes it appear that Robinson Street, in the of Lot 12 is entirely in the Township boundary. Concession 12 Robinson Street - portion in H.P.V. Robinson Street - portion outside of Ridge Road - portion in H.P.V. Myrtle Avenue (Plan 626) in H.P.V. - H. P. V. - 1185' 1990' 1480' 650' Township maintains (1480 & 650) ; 2130' of H.P.V. Roads H.P.V. maintains ; 1990' of Township Roads Quadrant Developments When Road Assumed . 61.1% in H.P.V. 38.9% in Twp. 100.0% 800 510 1310' Committee of Council recommend that this matter be referred to Road Committee and that the Clerk be present at this meeting to present the information as set out in the by-law to establish H.P.V. - 2 EE OF COUNCIL FEBRUARY 28 1985 . rred From Meeti of Council Cont'd (b) E.R. Alexander Construction Co. ltd. - requesting Council's approval to increase tonnage from gravel pit, lot 8 Concession 7. Original request June 14, 1984 from 30,000 tons to 250,000 tons. - Recommendations from Russell, Waite, Christie & Miller Ainley & Associates ltd. - copy of sample agreement and in an agreement - Road Supt. recommendations Road Committee to submit their recommendations outline of what may be included (c) Allan G. Cook ltd. - Gravel Pi t S~ of W~ lot 7, Concession 8 - requesting increase in tonnage from 15,000 to 100,000 tons Committee recommended that the Township Solicitor be requested to prepare a draft agreement which should include dust control, hours of operation of pit and roads, and other items that may be imposed. (d) Banking proposals as received be reviewed - copy of the proposals from: - Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce - Bank of Montreal Continental Bank of Canada & (Barrie) (Copies of above letters distributed to members of Council) . Committee recommended that this matter be left for future meeting. Delegations/Appointments Cont'd Mr. George R. Richardson, Chairman of South lake Simcoe Conservation Authority along with Mr. Basil Noels, Manager of S.l.S.C.A. were present at 8:20 p.m. After introduction, Mr. George R. Richardson explained the purpose of the Steering Committee of the South lake Simcoe Conservation Authority because of the d~terioration of lake Simcoe, hence a study of lake Simcoe which is to be completed by the end of February. The Study indicated a high phosphorus loading. Mr. Basil Noels elaborated on the Study and the phosphorus loading which creates the algae and at times appearance of an oil slick. The Authority have made their comments to municipalities regarding developments with respect to interference with watercourses, creating erosion and siltation which could effect lake deterioration. The purpose of going to the various municipalities is to discuss the matter of contribution to support the implementation program after the study, conditional upon the continuation of provincial and federal funding. Mr. G.R. Richardson also mentioned that should the municipality wish to join the authority it would require a resolution of Council to Queens Park. . Mr. Richardson and Mr. Noels advised that the Authority would be prepared to make a slide presentation on the Authority and its purpose and activity. Mr. Richardson also advised that basically the study covered Holland Marsh and surrounding area resulting in formation of the Steering Committee. Deputy-Reeve McEwen thanked the representative for coming. - 3 COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL - FEBRUARY 28, 1985 . Delegations/Appointments Cont'd Mr. Ron Young was present at 9:05 p.m. to discuss some fire matters, firstly proposals for ad- dition to Shanty Bay Fire Hall, and presented drawings of same. Next he reviewed costs of the fire phones for the one fire phone and dispatch system. The dispatch mencing with Shanty Bay and Edgar. The matter of were also discussed. four stations, using 1984 costs as opposed to system could be implemented in two phases com- reception on monitors for Hawkestone and Rugby Hydro account at Shanty Bay appears to be higher than other stations - would appear to be the three sets of lights left on. Also discussed numbering of houses in the Subdivisions and eventually all of the Township. t to Committee of Council (a) Driftwood Restaurant re: Four Wheelers Meet - copy of Township letter to Township Solicitors - response by Township Solicitor - By-law 992 under which request has been submitted Committee of Council recommend that the matter be referred to Township Solicitor, Stewart, Esten to the attention of Mr. D.S. White. . (b) Letter from Mel Jamieson re: quotation for offer to purchase part of Township Road Allowance - overpass at Line 5 Committee of Council recommend that a letter be forwarded to Mr. Mel Jamieson advising that the Township would be prepared to consider $250.00 for each of the smaller lots and $500.00 for the Comtrade Petroleum parcel plus all legal, survey and appraisal costs apportioned to each parcel. (c) Matter of Accommodations for Park Supt. - rent for same 1984 if for 12 months 1984 if for 8 months Amounted collected for 1984 (12 x 250) ( 8 x 250) $3000.00 2000.00 500.00 Clerk advised of interpretation by D. Taylor of payment for rent. Mr. D. Taylor - quoted how he could pay. Committee of Council recommend that the Arena Manager and Park Supt. be paid on basis of salary, and he pay the accommodation rent at $250.00 monthly, retroactive to January 1, 1985. ( d) Student Council Program Review & Comments Copies of programs be forwarded to all School Principals for their information. . - 4 - COMMITTEE OF COUNCIL FEBRUARY 28, 1985 . Councillor Drury reported on Waste Disposal meeting and brought to attention of the Committee the matter of opening the Waste Disposal site an additional two days. N.V.C.A. reported on new Chairman for 1985, that Jim Arnold was elected as Chairman and Gerald Moran as Vice Chairman. Deputy Reeve reported on Day Camp applications and Parks & Recreation Committee meeting. Matter of letter to Barrie Suburban Road Commission as per resolution of Council was further considered. Committee of Council recommend that the draft letter as presented be forwarded to the Barrie Suburban Roads Commission. Other Matters to be Brought to the Attention of Committee of Council (a) 1985 Wage Review - should this be completed payroll could be implemented for March (computer) 2 months retroactive for January and February could be done manually. This matter was to be dealt with at the meeting of Council on Monday, March 4, 1985. Meeting adjourned at 11:10 p.m. . J. McEwen, Deputy-Reeve H. Ne .