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December 10, 1998 Minutes COUNTY COUNCIL Tuesday, December 8th, 1998 The Elgin County Council met this day at the Administration Building, 450 Sunset Drive, St. Thomas at 7:00 P.M., as required by by-law. The County Administrator/Clerk called the meeting to order and welcomed everyone to the Annual Warden's Election. ROLL CALL - All members present. ELECTION OF WARDEN The County Administrator/Clerk asked that members of Council wishing to run for the Office of Warden to please stand. Councillors Habkirk and VanBrenk offered their candidacy for the position of Warden of Elgin County for 1999. Each candidate was then given an opportunity to address Council in alphabetical order. BALLOTING PROCEDURES Ballots were cast and then counted in the Warden's Chambers, in the presence of Mr. Don Lemon of Raven & Company, County Auditors. RESULTS The County Administrator/Clerk announced that the Warden for Elgin County for 1999 is Rien VanBrenk, Mayor of the Municipality of Dutton/Dunwich. Warden VanBrenk took the Declaration of Office and Oath of Allegiance, as administered by the Administrator/Clerk. The Warden left the room, was gowned and re-entered the Council Chambers, where he was officially presented with the Chain of Office, the Lord Elgin Watch and the Gavel of Office, by Past-Warden Perry Clutterbuck. Warden VanBrenk delivered his Inaugural Address to Council, thanked them for their support and outlined the items of interest and importance for consideration in 1999. Moved by Councillor Walters Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the ballots used for the election of Warden be destroyed. - Carried. COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the 1999 appointments to Outside Boards and Committees be confirmed as follows: Dispute Resolution Committee - Warden VanBrenk Councillor Clutterbuck Councillor Habkirk Councillor van Kasteren Councillor McPhail Councillor Rock Councillor Wilson Sandra Aarts Danial Dale Marian Millman Elgin County Pioneer Museum Elgin-St. Thomas Health Unit Family and Children's Services County Council 2 December 10, 1998 Social/Entertainment Committee Councillor Stewart Councillor Walters - Warden VanBrenk Councillor Clutterbuck Councillor Habkirk Mr. Ron Bradfield St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association Thames Valley District Health Council Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital OTHER BUSINESS Warden VanBrenk invited all those in attendance to the Warden's Reception, following adjournment, to be held in the County Administration Building lower level. Moved by Councillor Walters Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT we do now recess (7:20 P.M.) to meet again on December 10th, 1998 at 9:00 AM. - Carried. COUNTY COUNCIL Thursday, December 10, 1998 The Elgin County Council met this day at the Administration Building, at 9:02 AM., in accordance with adjournment, with all members present, except Councillor McPhail (arrived at 1:15 P.M.). The Warden in the Chair. Moved by Councillor Walters Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the minutes of the meeting held on November 24, 1998 be adopted. - Carried. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF - None. DELEGATIONS Ms. Claire Nelson, Aids Educator, Elgin-St. Thomas Health Unit, presented information on overheads regarding the Aids Training Programs. She reviewed how AIDS can be transmitted and that high risk activities know no boundaries. She further explained the stigmatism associated with the disease and how important the community help programs are to those infected. She urged Council, as community leaders, to become more knowledgeable, develop health and safety policies, and educate others, with regard to the AIDS Programs. Warden VanBrenk thanked the delegation for her presentation. Ms. Nelson left at 9:25 AM. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT we go into Committee Of The Whole. - Carried. County Council 3 December 10, 1998 STAFF REPORTS Talisman EnerQY Incorporation - Franchise AQreement - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the Warden and Administrator/Clerk be authorized to sign a Franchise Agreement with Talisman Energy Incorporated for the installation of a pipeline on County Road #19 at Concession 1, Lots 12 and 13, Municipality of Bayham. - Carried. Lease for County of EIQin Roads GaraQe Facility - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services Central Elgin has requested a renewal of the lease for a five-year period. Moved by Councillor van Kasteren Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT the renewal of the lease with the Municipality of Central Elgin for the White Station Garage be approved contingent upon the County Council representatives from Central Elgin adhering to the Council Dress Code traditions. After discussion the Mover withdrew the Motion and staff was instructed to investigate Council's Dress Code and report back. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren THAT the Warden and the County Administrator/Clerk be authorized to sign a lease with the Municipality of Central Elgin for the White Station Garage facility for the period January 1, 1999 to December 31, 2003, under the same terms and conditions of the previous agreement and attachments thereto. - Carried. LeasinQ Vacant Space at County Administration BuildinQ - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services The Manager, Engineering Services reported that Jackson Realty has provided good service in the past to lease vacant space in the Building. The rate of commission that would be charged is standard. Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Walters THAT we accept D.C. Jackson Realty Corporation's proposal to provide services to lease vacant space at the County Administration Building. - Carried. School Zone SiQns - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services Due to the fact that there is a proliferation of blue signs in the County, the change to a fluorescent yellow/green colour combination for signage in the school zones would make them more visible and would improve safety for students. Councillor Walters questioned if School Boards have been contacted to cost-share or pay for the signage. Mr. Watters advised they had not been contacted. County Council 4 December 10, 1998 Moved by Councillor Walters Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the Manager, Engineering Services, approach the Thames Valley District School Board to request cost-sharing on purchasing and installing the necessary School Zone signage throughout the County. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT the Engineering Services department replace existing School Area and School Crossing signs on County roads with a fluorescent strong yellow/green sheeting as these signs are replaced in accordance with County of Elgin By-Law 96-15. Existing signage under HTA regulation 615 will be replaced with existing colour scheme. - Carried. Personnel Policy 10.120 Appeal Procedure - Personnel Administrator The Policy has been amended to change reference from the Executive Committee to the Administrator/Clerk. Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the amendment to Personnel Policy 10.120 "Appeal Procedure" be approved. - Carried. County Records ManaQement ProQram - Personnel Administrator The Personnel Administrator reviewed the efforts of the staff team in developing a Records Management Program and indicated that the expertise of a Consultant and an appropriate software program is necessary to complete the project. The funds required could come from either the Mill Rate Stabilization Fund or be provided for in the 1999 budget. Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT the matter of hiring a Consultant and acquiring a software program for the County Corporate Records Management be approved for consideration in the 1999 budget. - Carried. The Administrator/Clerk noted that the staff acquired through HRDC could not be fully utilized if the process was not advanced and may jeopardize the County's chances in acquiring assistance in the future. Council indicated that they were unaware funds would be required for the project and emphasized that no further expenditure would be available. Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT the previous motion be reconsidered. - Carried. County Council 5 December 10, 1998 Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT we purchase and modify the system of classification, retention and procedures available from AMCTO - TOMRMS (The Ontario Municipal Records Management System) for $3,500.00 (includes training); and, THAT the services of Mr. Michael O'Shea be enlisted for an additional $3,500.00, to include assisting in the development of the implementation plan, working with the HRDC and County staff at certain phases of the implementation plan, and modifying the system as required to reflect additional record types; and, THAT the necessary funds be requested from the 1999 budget; and further, THAT the original motion be rescinded. - Carried. Library Booksale - ManaQer. Library Services The Manager, Library Services, indicated that Library staff raised approximately $900.00 at the booksale held in October and requested that $500.00 of these funds be used to purchase children's books to donate to Christmas Care. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the library staff be authorized to donate $500.00 worth of children's books to Christmas Care in 1998. - Carried. Canadian Rural Partnership Implementation Plan - ManaQer. Library Services Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren THAT the Manager of Library Services be authorized to implement in all Elgin County branch libraries, the "Delivery of Government Information" project plan; and, THAT the Manager of Library Services provide County Council with a progress report during the implementation process. - Carried. County of EIQin EmerQency Response Plan - EmerQency Measures Co-Ordinator Council remarked the Plan was well written and commended staff on their efforts. Councillor Rock noted that Military Search and Rescue should be listed as a resource in the Plan and the Co-Ordinator indicated that this group does appear in the Municipal Template. The Co-Ordinator handed out a "Confidential Plan for Councillors' information only. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Walters THAT the Emergency Response Plan be approved for implementation and the necessary By-Law be prepared. - Carried. County Council 6 December 10, 1998 Council took a short break at 10:10 AM. and reconvened at 10:23 AM. Purchase of Ambulances - Treasurer The Treasurer reviewed the past problems encountered with insuring ambulances that are not in the ownership of the County. Indications are that the Province is now prepared to enter into agreements with Counties, to allow them to insure vehicles for collision and comprehensive insurance. The County insurers indicated that the cost would be approximately $2,000 per vehicle. The Treasurer indicated that two of the vehicles are nearing the end of their service life and should be replaced. Funds should be available through the money paid by the County to the Province for ambulance purposes and if not used, may reduce the CRF allocation to the County by the Province in 1999. Council was concerned that if we start negotiations for new vehicles now it may compromise the County's position that the Province maintain the land ambulance service. Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Wilson THAT staff approach the Service Operators within the jurisdiction of the County for their input and advice on the condition and expected life of vehicles within their fleet; and, THAT considering the condition of the fleet, staff be directed to negotiate the purchase of one or two vehicles from the Province of Ontario. - Carried. Titles - Treasurer Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT the Treasurer's report on "Titles" be accepted as presented. - Carried. Ambulance Consultant - County Administrator/Clerk The Administrator/Clerk noted that costs for the provision of a Consultant will be more than was anticipated and that two municipalities have dropped out. The additional cost to the County could be as high as $2,700.00. The Treasurer indicated that funds could be found in the Mill Rate Stabilization Fund. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren THAT the County of Elgin's financial share in the Ambulance Consultant RFP be increased to a maximum of $7,700.00. - Carried. BriefinQ Notes on The Medical Officer of Health - County Administrator/Clerk The Administrator/Clerk indicated that meetings have been held between Chatham-Kent, Haldimand-Norfolk, Huron, Lambton, Oxford and St. Thomas to discuss the joint venture. Councillor Clutterbuck indicated that support is there in principle and the briefing notes were sent to the six area M.P.P.'s to put forward for discussion with the Minister of Health. The Administrator/Clerk pointed out that sharing MOH services will save approximately $300,000.00 collectively of taxpayers money and experience has proven it will not jeopardize public health. County Council 7 December 10, 1998 Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the report on "Briefing Notes on the Medical Officer of Health" be accepted as presented. - Carried Unanimously. Bill 79 - Treasurer The Treasurer advised that an AMO Alert was received this morning advising that Bill 79 would not be passed until December 14 or 15 and would like to request an extension as the tax tools are not available from the Province. The Administrator/Clerk advised Council that thirty-one amendments to Bill 79 were received yesterday. If Council should call a meeting for December 30th, it would not allow time for staff to understand and report on the implications. AMO has asked that Councils request an extension to the December '98 deadline. Council is concerned that the December 30 meeting may still be needed to attempt to understand the issues if the extension is not granted. Councillor Walters requested a list be compiled of the powers available to the Minister in the proposed legislation. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the County of Elgin requests a Minister's Order for an extension of the deadline of December 31, 1998, as prescribed in Bill 79, for adopting ratios or other tax mitigation methods to allow staff and Council to fully analyze the options as they compare to the 10- 5-5 capping; and, THAT the total duration requested for the extension Order is ninety days. - Carried Unanimously. CORRESPONDENCE Items for Consideration 1. Mr. P.J. Leack, City Clerk, City of St. Thomas, with a resolution endorsing the Dispute Resolution Process and Mechanisms, as amended, and a resolution to appoint Alderman M. Turvey and Alderman R. Parks to the Dispute Resolution Mechanism Committee. 2. Mrs. Grace Campbell, Secretary-Treasurer, Elgin County District Women's Institute, informing Council that the Institute wishes to re-appoint Rena Campbell and Marion McKenzie to the Elgin County Pioneer Museum Board. 3. Mr. Peter Steckenreiter, Area Manager, London Area Office, Ministry of Community and Social Services, regarding Consolidation of Municipal Services Management- Changes in Designation of Delivery Agents for Ontario Works. 4. H. Bidinot, M.D., President, St. Thomas & Elgin Medical Association, regarding the sample resolution from the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital Board concerning hospital workload on rural physicians. 5. Pat O'Neil, Warden, County of Essex, with information that may concern municipalities that have recently gone through restructuring and could be faced with annexation of land that falls within these new restructured boundaries. County Council 8 December 10, 1998 6. Ms. Maureen A McCauley, President-Elect, Ontario Chapter - Canadian Public Works Association, seeking a submission from municipalities for "National Public Works Week 1999". 7. Mr. W.J. Laughlin, Director of Education, Thames Valley District School Board, advising of the closure and disposition of the former Elgin County Board of Education building. 8. Mr. Terry J. Kondrat, President and CEO, St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital, concerning the Tillsonburg District Memorial Hospital's resolution objecting to the OHIP Billing Threshold in regard to rural physicians. The following recommendation was adopted regarding Correspondence Item #1. Councillor Habkirk requested that the paragraph below Step 4 be amended to reflect both Councils. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT Report #CA-48-98, dated June 18, 1998 from the City of St. Thomas on the Dispute Resolution Mechanism for Consolidated Services be approved with the following proposed amendment - THAT the 3rd last paragraph of the report read as follows: 'It should be noted that regard should be given to the progression through the above noted steps however the matter could be referred to a higher step with the direction of both of the Councils.' - Carried Unanimously. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #2. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the nominations from the Elgin County District Women's Institute to re-appoint Mrs. Marion McKenzie and Mrs. Rena Campbell to the Elgin County Pioneer Museum Executive Committee for the term January 1, 1999 to December 31, 2001, be adopted. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Walters THAT Correspondence Item #3 be received and filed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Walters THAT Correspondence Item #4 be received and filed. - Carried. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #5. County Council 9 December 10, 1998 Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin supports the County of Essex Memorandum concerning the annexation of land area in newly restructured municipalities by a separated City after restructuring has been approved by the Ministry and implementation started; and, THAT the Ministry not allow additional changes for at least ten years after the effective date of a restructuring and with the consent of all parties. - Carried Unanimously. Moved by Councillor van Kasteren Seconded by Councillor Clutterbuck THAT Correspondence Item #6 be received and filed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT Correspondence Item #7 be received and filed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Walters THAT Correspondence Item #8 be received and filed. - Carried. Items for Information - (Consent AQenda) 1. The Honourable Elizabeth Witmer, Minister of Health, regarding the "Healthy Babies, Healthy Children" program allocation of funds to the Elgin-St. Thomas Health Unit. 2. P.J. Leack, City Clerk, City of St. Thomas, supporting County Council's resolution for funding to the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital. 3. P.J. Leack, City Clerk, City of St. Thomas, supporting County Council's resolution requesting that the Minister of Community & Social Services re-introduce the Special Assistance to the working poor. 4. The Honourable Janet Ecker, Minister of Community and Social Services, acknowledging Council's resolution regarding Ontario Works Directives. 5. The Honourable Christine S. Stewart, Minister of the Environment, acknowledging Council's resolution concerning the levels of sulphur in gasoline and providing Council with information regarding proposed sulphur and gasoline regulations. 6. Mr. Claude Cantin, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities, 62nd Annual Conference and Municipal Expo: Navigating Global Change, June 4-7, 1999 - hotel reservation form and conference introduction. 7. Mr. Michael Power, President, Association of Municipalities of Ontario, advising that the Ministry of the Environment will be reviewing Dust Suppressant Regulations due to the strong municipal opposition. County Council 10 December 10, 1998 8. Mr. Peter Steckenreiter, Area Manager, London Area Office, Ministry of Community and Social Services, regarding the allocation of funds to the City of St. Thomas from the Homelessness Initiatives Fund. 9. Warden Dave Shearer, County of Perth, with copy of correspondence sent to Premier Mike Harris, advising of Perth County's objections to the transfer of land ambulance services to municipalities. 10. Mr. Tony Rockingham, Director, Ministry of the Environment, acknowledging Council's resolution expressing concern for the sulphur levels in gasoline. 11. Mr. Pierre Tremblay, Executive Assistant to the Honourable Alfonso Gagliano, Minister Responsible for Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, acknowledging Council's resolution concerning the proposed transfer of co-operative housing programs to the province. 12. Mr. Peter J. Leack, City Clerk, City of St. Thomas, regarding the City's appointments to the 9-1-1 Steering Committee/Elgin County Emergency Measures Committee. 13. The Honourable Robert W. Runciman, Solicitor General and Minister of Correctional Services, announcing the allocation of police officers under the Community Policing Partnerships (CPP) Program. 14. St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association, with a copy of a Press Release - November 25,1998 - New Tourism Web-site. 15. Premier Michael D. Harris, acknowledging Council's resolution concerning the realignment of local services and the land ambulance service. 16. The Honourable Isabel Bassett, Minister of Citizenship, Culture and Recreation, announcing a proposed "Ontarians With Disabilities Act". Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Walters THAT Items #1-16 be received and filed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT we do now proceed "In-Camera" to discuss personnel and property matters. - Carried. Warden VanBrenk named Councillor Clutterbuck as Chairman of the Committee Of The Whole for the In-Camera portion. Council recessed at 12:05 P.M. and reconvened at 1 :05 P.M. Councillor McPhail arrived at 1: 15 P.M. Senior Staff (except the C.AO. and Director of Human Resources) left at 2:44 P.M. and the Deputy Clerk returned to the Chambers at 3: 15 P.M. Moved by Councillor Walters Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT we do now rise and report. - Carried. County Council 11 December 10, 1998 Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Clutterbuck THAT the City of St. Thomas Council be advised that the County of Elgin is considering a new lease for the Health Unit space at 99 Edward Street and will enter into negotiations with the City pending the resolution of outstanding matters. - Carried Unanimously. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren THAT staff be directed to negotiate with Mr. Fred Rouse to provide network management services to the County of Elgin for 1999; and, THAT the upset limit to these negotiations not exceed $20,000. - Carried. Moved by Councillor van Kasteren Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the Museum Manager become a permanent full time position; and, THAT the Museum Assistant become a permanent part time position; and, THAT the incumbents of these positions become permanent employees of the County of Elgin. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the vacation time for the County's Maintenance Person be paid. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the non-union staff be granted a 2% economic adjustment in salaries, with the increase to be effective after job evaluations are complete and be retroactive to the first pay period starting the closest to January 1, 1999. - Carried Unanimously. Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren THAT the request from a staff person to carryover unused vacation credits (53 hours) to 1999 be authorized. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT we adopt the recommendations from the Committee Of The Whole Council. - Carried. County Council 12 December 10, 1998 OTHER BUSINESS Statements/InQuires by Members Councillor Clutterbuck passed out a symbol of appreciation to Council and staff for their support during 1998. Councillor Wilson stated that he was disappointed that the Warden's Banquet was discontinued a few years ago, and felt that the amount of time spent as Warden involved a great deal of family sacrifices. He requested that the Social Committee reconsider the recognition for the Warden. It need not be as elaborate as in the past but a better form of recognition should be investigated. Councillor McPhail suggested that the Ex-Wardens could be invited to a noon luncheon to ask their views on the matter. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the Social Committee investigate reinstating the Warden's Banquet or some other appropriate form of recognition for the Warden and present options for Council to consider. - Carried Unanimously. Warden VanBrenk read a thank you card from Past Warden Clutterbuck for the watch and painting given to him and Mrs. Clutterbuck, for their year of service to the County. Councillor Wilson asked if there was a policy regarding the practice of the Warden not wearing the Lord Elgin Watch. Council consensus was that it was up to the Warden if he chose to wear the watch or not. Notice of Motion - None. Matters of UrQency - None. BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT By-Law No. 98-41 "Being a By-Law to Adopt an Emergency Response Plan Governing the Provision of Necessary Services During an Emergency and the Procedures Under and the Manner in Which Employees of the Municipality and Other Persons Will Respond to an Emergency" be read a first and second time. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT By-Law No. 98-41 be read a third time and finally passed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT By-Law No. 98-42 "Being a By-Law to Authorize Talisman Energy Incorporated (Hereinafter called 'The Grantee' and Which Term Shall Include its Successors and Assigns), To Construct, Use and Operate Works on County Road Allowances in the County of Elgin (Hereinafter Called 'The County')" be read a first and second time. - Carried. County Council 13 December 10, 1998 Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren THAT By-Law No. 98-42 be read a third time and finally passed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT By-Law No. 98-43 "Being a By-Law to Authorize the Warden and the Treasurer to Borrow Up To the Sum of Fifteen Million Dollars" be read a first and second time. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Clutterbuck Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT By-Law No. 98-43 be read a third time and finally passed. - Carried. First and Second Readinq Only Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Clutterbuck THAT By-Law No. 98-44 "Being a By-Law to Authorize the Warden and the County Administrator/Clerk to Sign an Agreement to Convey to Catfish Creek Conservation Authority, Under Certain Terms and Conditions, Lands in the Municipality of Central Elgin" be read a first and second time. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT By-Law No. 98-45 "Being a By-Law to Confirm Proceedings of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin at the December 8th and 10th, 1998 Meeting" be read a first and second time. - Carried. Moved by Councillor van Kasteren Seconded by Councillor Clutterbuck THAT By-Law No. 98-45 be read a third time and finally passed. - Carried. Warden VanBrenk wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. Moved by Councillor Wilson Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT we do now adjourn at 3:37 P.M. to meet again on January 12,1999 at 9:00 AM. - Carried. Mark G. McDonald, Chief Administrative Officer Rien VanBrenk, Warden.