Council Minutes

Murphy/Mulligan That we amend the agenda by including 3 items of Correspondence, Social Services 2008 Budget, Twp of Armour – MAHC nominations and letter regarding tax account(8-2960). CARRIED

Evans/Scott That we open this meeting to the public to allow discussion on the proposed User Fee Bylaw and Reduced Speed on Municipal Roadways at 7:34pm CARRIED

The bylaw was reviewed with changes being proposed. Copies of the proposed changes will be available at the Municipal Office.

Staff will request written comment from the MTO regarding signage for the Reduced Speed on Municipal Roadway Bylaw.
Murphy/Evans That we close the public portion of this meeting at 8:21pm to continue the Regular portion of the Council Meeting. CARRIED

There were no declarations of pecuniary interest with the agenda.

Murphy/Evans We accept the minutes of the Council meeting held February 4^th, 2008. CARRIED

Terry Patterson and Jeff Musser of Jardine Lloyd Thompson attended to explain the municipal insurance policy and to answer any questions regarding same.

Ferdinand Staab of Rogers Wireless attended to explain to Council the Company’s wish to install two Cell Towers. Council is interested in allowing this company use of the township’s property near the Landfill Site.

Paul Schaefer, Chief Building Official presented his report on Building Activity. He also had reviewed the correspondence regarding property located at 407 Almaguin Drive. He did have concerns and staff will prepare a letter to that effect.

Judy Lacey was not present for her delegation regarding a mural at Evergreen Heights Education Centre.

Jim Jenkins was not present but Council reviewed his update report.

Correspondence was reviewed.

Mr. David A Ryan was present to explain to Council that due to the Planning Act error that occurred over 30 years ago that a bylaw is required to request that the Planning Board issue an order under s. 57 of the Planning Act which would validate title of this property.

Evans/Murphy That we authorize the preparation of a bylaw which would request the S.E.P.S. Planning Board to make an Order under s. 57 of the Planning Act with regard to Lots 1, 2, 3 of Concession 3, Monteith Township. CARRIED

Mulligan/Evans That we accept 1^st and 2^nd reading of Bylaw 4-2008 regarding validation of title of Lots 1, 2, 3 of Concession 3, Monteith Twp. CARRIED

Scott/Murphy That with special permission of Council, we accept 3^rd and final reading and pass Bylaw 4-2008 regarding validation of title of Lots 1,2,3 of Concession 3, Monteith Twp. CARRIED

Reeve Glynn Robinson called for a ten minute break.

Evans/Scott That the Council of the Twp of McMurrich/Monteith call upon Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty to direct his officials to work with the Government of Canada to develop an appropriate Framework Agreement under the Building Canada Plan. CARRIED

Mulligan/Evans That we support the Resolution 23/08 from the Twp of Greater Madawaska regarding their request to the Province to establish a system whereby Revenue from stumpage fees paid to the Province by logging companies who log Crown Lands be used to compensate municipalities for damages sustained to municipal roads as a result of the logging companies use of municipal roads. CARRIED

Glynn Robinson stated that he would contact K. Jorgensen regarding his concerns over maintenance of Richardson Road.

Murphy/Scott That we accept the Financial Statements from Michael Turner regarding the audit for the year 2007. CARRIED

Business Carried Forward.

Dave Evans wished to discuss the need for covers of the open top recycling bin as well as replacing the side loading bin with another open top bin. Hydro to the building at the Landfill Site needs to be investigated.

The training date for the defibrillator is Saturday, April 12^th.

By-laws:

Scott/Murphy That Council accepts third reading and pass bylaw 3-2008 setting the Tax Ratios for the year 2008. CARRIED

Evans/Mulligan That Council accepts first and second reading of bylaw 5-2008 regarding fees charged by the Township for various licenses, permits and services. CARRIED

Mulligan/Murphy That we move into a closed session at 10:45pm regarding personnel. CARRIED

Mulligan/Evans That we come out of a closed session at 10:57pm. CARRIED

Murphy/Scott That we go past the 11 o’clock curfew. CARRIED

Mulligan/Evans That we enter into a closed session at 11pm regarding a potential legal issue.

Scott/Murphy That we come out of a closed session at 11:06pm.

Reports were given.

John Murphy reported on the Community Access Program meeting, and the East Parry Sound Steering Committee meeting.

Mervin Mulligan reported on the Almaguin Highlands Economic Development meeting, Fire Budget meeting and the Park to Park Trail Association.

Council Concerns:

Some concerns were: speakers not working at the Rink, speed on Highway 518W. The office will be closed on Wednesday and Thursday of the March Break as well as Good Friday and Easter Monday.

Evans/Murphy That we send a letter to M.T.O. regarding our request that the speed limit be reduced on Highway 518 West in the area of Whitehall. CARRIED

Evans/Scott That Council accepts the Accounts for Approval Report for the month of February, 2008 in the amount of $69,743.25. CARRIED

Mulligan/Evans That Council adjourn this meeting at 11:48pm until the initial Budget Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, March 4^th, 2008 at 9:30am. CARRIED

Minutes not approved until accepted by Council.