January 27, 1998 Minutes
COUNTY COUNCIL
Tuesday, January 27th, 1998
The Elgin County Council met this day at the Administration Building at 9:00 AM., in
accordance with adjournment, with all members present except Councillor Rock.
The Warden in the Chair.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the minutes of the Elgin County Council meeting held on January 13th, 1998 be adopted.
- Carried.
DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF
- none
PRESENTATIONS
Warden Clutterbuck and Members of Council presented awards for perfect attendance to the
following County employees, in attendance and in absentia:
Social Services Department - Councillor Van Brenk
Rob Bell
Sue Clemas
1996 & 1997
1997
Library Department - Warden Clutterbuck
Marilyn VanDaele 1997
Jim Welch 1997
Road Department - Councillor Wilson
Fred Groch
Ann Bennie
John Brown
Dave Hagerty
Mike Hare
Jim Haskell
Joe Livingstone
1997
1996 & 1997
1997
1997
1997
1997
1997
Homes for Seniors - Councillor Van Brenk
Elgin Manor -
Bobier Villa -
Marg Ashton 1996 & 1997
Janice Campbell 1997
Archie Clarkson 1996 & 1997
Ella Kyle 1997
Sara Letourneau 1997
Servat Sobhani 1997
Barb Vaughan 1997
Marilyn Fleck 1996 & 1997
Erika Lang 1997
Deborah Rogers 1996 & 1997
Harley Underhill 1997
Louise Eastbury 1997
Joan McBurnie 1996 & 1997
Rick Lalonde 1996 & 1997
Sandy Heffren 1996 & 1997
Terrace Lodge -
Personnel Department - Councillor Walters -
Clerks Department - Councillor Walters-
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A short break was taken at 9: 15 AM. in order to have photos taken of the recipients. Council
reconvened 9:20 AM.
DELEGATION
Mr. Bryce Sibbick, Frank Cowan Company, was in attendance to present the 1998 Insurance
Proposal. The area of greatest change was the Road Department's transfer of equipment to
lower-tier municipalities and taking on the transfer of Provincial highways. Even though County
Roads are now being maintained at the lower tier, the liability for these roads still lies with the
County. A seminar on this issue will be held in the near future where the County will have an
opportunity for input. The Warden thanked Mr. Sibbick for his presentation and Mr. Sibbick left
the Chambers at 9:30 AM.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the 1998 Comprehensive Insurance Program for the County of Elgin from the Frank
Cowan Company be approved in the amount of $190,808.00, plus applicable taxes.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT we do now go into Committee Of The Whole.
- Carried.
REPORTS OF COUNCILLORS
Council Communications - Warden Clutterbuck
The Warden presented his report on improving communications with Councillors. The Treasury
Department was directed to contact Fonorola in regard to acquiring telephone calling cards.
Councillors that presently have fax machines and do not wish to purchase new ones will be
compensated for paper and phone charges.
Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT the Warden's Report on Council Communications be adopted and the recommendations
contained therein be implemented.
- Carried.
STAFF REPORTS
1998 Day Care Rates - Director of Social Services
Mr. Bell presented his report and indicated that Day Care rates have not been increased in a
number of years.
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT the County of Elgin continue with the practice of setting an overall maximum, rather than
specific rates, at $27.00 per day for all agencies providing Day Care funded through the
County, subject to the approval of the Ministry of Community and Social Services.
- Carried.
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Homes for Seniors Service AQreements for 1997 - Director/Administrator
Mr. Boyes highlighted his report on the Homes' Service Agreements for 1997.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the Warden and Administrator/Clerk be authorized to sign the 1997 Service Agreements
for Elgin Manor, Terrace Lodge and Bobier Villa.
- Carried.
Occupancy of Homes for Seniors - Director/Administrator
Mr. Boyes advised Council that all Homes have a 91 % - 97% occupancy rate. Once the
occupancy rate is over 95%, the Province will fund 100%.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor McPhail
THAT the Occupancy Report on the Homes for Senior Citizens be received and filed.
- Carried.
OverniQhtlWeekend ParkinQ Ford Taurus - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services
Mr. Watters advised Council of concerns he has regarding overnight parking of the County
vehicle at the Administration Building, due to recent vandalism. Central Elgin, who leases the
County Garage, has agreed to allow the vehicle to be parked there overnight.
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT the appropriate Personnel Policy be amended to permit storage of the County vehicle off
site at the County Garage.
- Carried.
RestrictinQ of WeiQht Loads on County Roads - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services
Mr. Watters reported that high-float roads carry traffic that is detrimental to the road during
Spring thaw conditions. These roads are 100% County cost and a policy should be considered
to restrict weight loads during the Spring. Council noted that essential service vehicles using
these roads had not been considered, which resulted in the following motion:
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor McPhail
THAT the report on Restricting of Weight of Loads to be carried on County Roads be referred
back to the Manager, Engineering Services, for further research, and a revised report be
brought back to the next Council meeting.
- Carried.
Lawn Maintenance - County Administration BuildinQ - ManaQer. EnQineerinQ Services
Mr. Watters advised Council that the lawn maintenance contract for the County Administration
Building had expired and quotes would be obtained, as per the County's Purchasing Policy.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the County's Purchasing Policy be followed to arrange for services for Lawn
Maintenance.
- Carried
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Councillor McPhail informed Council that there is an organization of landowners who's objective
is to get the best agreement between them and the Lake Erie Pipeline Project. The cost to join
GAPLO is $100.00 and it was felt that the County would lend credibility to the organization
(GAPLO). The Manager, Engineering Services, will purchase a membership and attend
meetings in February, reporting back to County Council.
Monthly Operations and Automation Report - ManaQer. Library Services
Ms. Bishop provided highlights from the report and requested direction from Council regarding
reporting of the Library operations. Council indicated they were pleased with the current
reporting practices. Ms. Bishop pointed out that reorganization has had impact on borrowing
statistics.
Moved by Councillor Van Kasteren
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the Monthly Operations Report and Automation Report for the County Library be
received and filed.
- Carried.
Library Van - ManaQer. Library Services
Ms. Bishop indicated the County received $6,766.00 for sale of the Library Step Van and
requested that the proceeds be used for vehicle maintenance and other operating costs.
Moved by Councillor McPhail
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the money received from the sale of the 1990 Ford Step Van ($6,766.00) and license
plate refund ($56.65) be set aside in a Library reserve account, and be brought forward in the
1998 proposed Library budget.
- Carried.
Councillor Walters informed Council that the St. Thomas Public Library is using the option of
Development Charges to assist with the purchase of new books in City Library. He suggested
that perhaps this is an option that the County could look into. The Treasurer will investigate
this and report back.
Council took short break at 10:30 AM. and re-convened at 10:42 AM.
MeetinQ Dates for Preparation of 1998 BudQet - Treasurer
Mrs. Veger reviewed the meeting dates presented in her report and advised Council that the
budget may not be finished by March 31 st deadline.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT the report from the County Treasurer establishing the dates for review and approval of
the 1998 County budget be approved for implementation.
- Carried.
E.M.A. Dinner - Treasurer
Mrs. Veger presented background information on the E.M.A Annual Dinner for Council and
requested the nomination of a Councillor to introduced Past Warden attendees.
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Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT Councillor Walters carry out introductions of the Past Wardens at the Elgin Municipal
Association Annual Dinner.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT staff be authorized to include $500.00 in the 1998 Warden's budget to cover the cost of
tickets for Past Wardens to the Elgin Municipal Association Annual Dinner Meeting, March 4,
1998.
- Carried.
Conventions - Treasurer
The Treasurer presented her report on Conventions which outlined the current policy for
attendance by County Councillors. Council directed item #8 of the report be increased to
$1,500.00 from $1,100.00 for Councillor expenses; item #4 be increased to $5,000.00 from
$4,000.00; and mileage reimbursement increased to $.30 per kilometre from $.28.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor McPhail
THAT the Treasurer's Report on Conventions be adopted, as amended.
- Carried.
Pay EQuity Act & SalarylWaQe Administration - Personnel Administrator
The Personnel Administrator provided a history for the new Council on the Pay Equity Act and
the effects on the Salary Administration Policy.
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT to ensure we are complying with the spirit and intent of the Pay Equity Act and following
the norm for Salary Administration, Policy 4.90 be amended to reflect the term "red circling" and
it be understood that any position affected by "red circling" would remain at the current rate until
the employee leaves the job or the salary range catches up to the incumbents rate of pay
through wages or cost of living increases.
- Carried.
Moratorium on Job Evaluations - Personnel Administrator
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the moratorium on job evaluations be lifted and staff be directed to evaluate positions in
accordance with Personnel Policy 4.90 to ensure positions are assessed appropriately based
on current duties and responsibilities.
- Carried.
Non-Union Job Evaluation Committee - Personnel Administrator
Discussion with regard to the Personnel Administrator's report on Non Union Job Evaluation
Committee concluded that an appeal process should be determined and a "champion" from
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each department should not be involved, since employees may change from time to time and
continuity could not be guaranteed.
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the Salary Administration Policy 4.90 be amended to reflect the composition of the Job
Evaluation Committee to consist of the Warden and/or Administrator/Clerk, the Department
Head or Manager and the Personnel Administrator.
- Carried.
Records ManaQement-Job Creation Partnership - Personnel Administrator
The Records Management report outlined the resources available through Human Resources
Canada to help with the cataloguing of County department files. The establishment of a
Corporate Records Management Program has no intention of creating any new jobs and the
current timelines for staff assistance cannot be extended beyond time allotments.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor McPhail
THAT the County of Elgin be authorized to apply to Human Resources Development Canada
for up to three Records Clerks; and further
That the County of Elgin be authorized to submit $425.22 to the Workplace Safety and
Insurance Board (formerly WCB) to cover the assessment costs of these workers' earnings
($32,214.00 payable by Human Resources Development Canada).
- Carried.
Warden Clutterbuck introduced Karen Dunn, the County's Emergency Measurers Co-Ordinator
to Council.
EIQin/St. Thomas 9-1-1 SteerinQ. Civic AddressinQ. and Promotion Committees -
EmerQency Measures Co-Ordinator
The Co-Ordinator highlighted areas of concern and provided an overview for the new Council
of the activities the Committees have been involved with over the past few months. The issue
of signage for vacant properties and the options available were discussed.
Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the Elgin County Civic Addressing Guidelines be amended to include addressing for
vacant properties with the understanding that the lower-tier will be responsible to measure,
order and install the applicable signage; and further
That the cutover for implementation of 9-1-1 in Elgin County not be delayed in order to
accommodate numbering of vacant properties.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Van Kasteren
Seconded by Councillor Habkirk
THAT the report from the Emergency Measures Co-Ordinator regarding activities of the Elgin/
St. Thomas 9-1-1 Steering, Civic Addressing, and Promotion Committees be received and filed.
- Carried.
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EmerQency Measures Committee - EmerQency Measures Co-Ordinator
The Emergency Measures Co-Ordinator advised Council that the Plan is progressing well and
the Committee is striving to complete as much as possible, as time is a very critical factor. The
Administrator/Clerk advised Council that the Co-Ordinator's contract expires March 31 st and
staff will be requesting a contract extension.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the report on the activities of the Emergency Measures Committee be received and filed.
- Carried.
1998 Municipal Directory - Deputy Clerk
The Deputy Clerk handed out various examples of directories for Council's consideration.
Some Councillors would prefer the "card style" and others would like to have "month-at-a-
glance" calendar pages, however, it was felt that this style would be too late for 1998.
Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT 300 copies of the Elgin County Directory with "month-at-a-glance" setup be ordered.
- Defeated.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT 200 "card style" directories be ordered for 1998 and that "month-at-a-glance" be ordered
for 1999.
- Carried.
Council authorized Staff to obtain three quotes on the card style and proceed with the lowest
quote.
Deputy Warden - County Administrator/Clerk
The Administrator/Clerk reported that due to the number of meetings and engagements the
Warden is expected to attend each year, the issue of a Deputy Warden was referred to the
1998 County Council by the County Implementation Committee. The Warden commented on
the short notice for some engagements and that having representation from the municipality
involved would perhaps be more advantageous. Councillors who appear on behalf of the
Warden will be paid mileage.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the position of Deputy Warden be established and that staff prepare a schedule which
would rotate the position to all eight members of County Council on a monthly basis.
- Carried.
Community Transportation Proposal - County Administrator/Clerk
The Administrator/Clerk's report on the Elgin-St. Thomas Community Transportation Proposal
provided Council with highlights on the proposal to be submitted to the CTAP for Provincial
funding. The Ministry of Transportation along with the Ministries of Health, Education,
Community and Social Services, and Citizenship and Culture and Recreation are all jointly
involved and the funding is time limited to September 1998. A letter will be sent explaining that
support is being given on the understanding all County CT AP initiatives are considered.
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Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT the Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin support and endorse the Elgin-St.
Thomas Community Transportation Proposal and provide a $5,000.00 contribution to the
project, to be obtained from the 1997 Road's budget surplus.
- Carried.
Council recessed at 12: 15 P.M. to meet again at 1 :00 P.M.
Council reconvened at 1 :05 P.M.
CORRESPONDENCE
Items for Consideration
1. Mayor Andre van Kasteren and Ms. Susan Wilson, Treasurer, Township of
Malahide, expressing interest in obtaining any Council Chamber surplus desks, chairs
or microphones that could be used by the Township Council.
2. Ms. Betteanne M. Cadman, Clerk, Township of Delhi, with a motion concerning freedom
of choice and tobacco smoking in privately owned businesses.
3. Mr. Frances Aird, Clerk Administrator, Township of Hope, with a resolution
concerning the distribution of revenue from the Gasoline Tax to municipalities to
maintain road standards.
4. AMO Special Meeting on February 6th, 1998;
1) Official Voting Delegation Accreditation Form
2) Room Accommodation Information.
5. Mr. Peter Stechenreiter, Area Manager, Ministry of Community and Social
Services, offering Ministry assistance to municipalities during the transition of
provincial social assistance programs to the municipal level.
6. Municipality of Central Elqin;
1) Requesting the County to pay vacation time owed to former County Road
employees prior to January 1, 1998.
2) Requesting the assistance of the County Personnel Administrator with union
contract negotiations in 1998 for the Municipality.
3) Requesting a proposal from the County to set up and maintain a Health and
Safety program for inside and outside workers for the newly formed
Municipality.
Township of Malahide;
1) Requesting the County to pay vacation time owed to former County Road
employees.
2) Requesting assistance of the County Administrator/Clerk and County
Personnel Administrator with union certification and first collective agreement
negotiations.
7. Mr. Richard J. Chowen, with an invoice for services from October 1 - December 31,
1997.
8. J. A Murray, Clerk-Administrator, County of Huron, with a motion to petition the
province for additional funding due to the closure of chronic and psychiatric
facilities.
9. Association of Municipalities of Ontario Member Communication ALERT, "Provincial
Government Calls On Municipalities To Assist Their Eastern Ontario TWINS''', with
information concerning twinned municipality direct support.
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10. Mr. Mason Bailey, Reeve, Village of Blyth, requesting Council's support of the Village
of Blyth's resolution for fair and equitable taxation for property owners.
11. Mrs. Judy Kay, Clerk-Treasurer, Township of Colborne, with a resolution requesting the
provincial government to provide resources to investigate the contamination of ground
water by E-Coli bacteria, the deteriorating quality of the lakes and health risks to the
community.
12. Reeve Dave Mack, Township of Elizabeth, requesting financial assistance for the Ice
storm devastated area.
13. Mayor William F. Bell, The Town of Richmond Hill, with a resolution inviting communities
not affected by the January ice-storm to provide assistance to those communities who
were devastated by the storm.
The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item #1 :
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor McPhail
THAT the surplus County Council desks be donated to the Township of Malahide for use in
their Council Chambers.
- Carried.
The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item #2:
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT we support the resolution from the Township of Delhi requesting the Province of Ontario
to amend or revise the Regulatory Tobacco Act, to allow municipalities within the tobacco
producing counties to determine the appropriate level of policing of the regulatory "No
Smoking" protocol and the enforcement.
- Carried.
The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item #3:
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT the Council for the County of Elgin supports the Township of Hope's request that their
resolution for fair distribution of the gasoline tax, be included on the agenda in the 1998
Resolution package at the OGRA Conference.
- Carried.
The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item #4:
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT Councillor Bill Walters represent the Council for the County of Elgin as the Official Voting
Delegate at the AM.O. Special Meeting to be held on February 6th, 1998.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT Correspondence Item #5 be received and filed.
- Carried.
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The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item #6:
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT the County remit any and all unpaid vacation entitlements to former County employees
hired by Elgin municipalities during the restructuring exercise.
- Carried.
County Council supports the assistance requested in Correspondence Item #6 providing it does
not create additional cost to the County. If additional costs are incurred, such as the need for
staff to assist Mr. Underhill, the offer will be revisited in the future.
Moved by Councillor Stewart
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT the County Personnel Administrator be authorized and directed to negotiate the first
collective agreements for the municipalities of Central Elgin and Malahide, with the
understanding that all clerical functions, office supplies, photocopying and document
preparation will be the responsibility of the affected municipalities.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT the County's Health and Safety Co-Ordinator be authorized and directed to help review
and/or establish a Health and Safety Program and provide ongoing training, for lower-tier
municipalities who request assistance.
- Carried.
The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item # 7.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor McPhail
THAT the invoice from Richard J. Chowen in the amount of $9,362.50 for services rendered
from October I to December 31, 1997 be paid.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT Correspondence Item #8 be received and filed.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT Correspondence Item #9 be received and filed.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Habkirk
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT Correspondence Item #10 be received and filed.
- Carried.
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The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Item #11 :
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor van Kasteren
THAT the Council for the Corporation of the County of Elgin supports the Township of
Colborne's request to the Province of Ontario to provide adequate resources through the
Ministry of the Environment and Energy to deal with contamination of water issues on a timely
basis.
- Carried.
The following recommendation was adopted with respect to Correspondence Items # 12 and
13.
Moved by Councillor McPhail
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT Correspondence Items #12 and 13 be referred to the February 26th meeting of Elgin
County Council.
- Carried.
Items for Information
1. Mr. Ken Loveland, Clerk-Treasurer/Administrator, Township of Dunwich, concerning
the changes in the Conservation Authority in their municipality.
2. Mr. Ken Loveland, Clerk-Treasurer, Township of Dunwich, and Mr. R. Millard,
C.AO.lClerk, Township of Malahide, with a resolution in support of extending the
January 15th, 1998 deadline regarding delegation of responsibilities to establishing tax
transition ratios.
3. Mr. Donald N. Leitch, Transition Board Secretary, Transition Board for the
Municipality of Central Elgin, with a resolution confirming that the Municipality will
enlist the services of the County of Elgin Weed Inspector.
4. The Honourable John C. Snobelen, Minister, Ministry of Natural Resources,
regarding the proposed marina in Port Bruce.
5. The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister, Ministry of Transportation, regarding the
County's resolution to increase roadside cutting.
6. The Honourable Tony Clement, Minister, Ministry of Transportation, with information
regarding the realignment of provincial and local services and the transfer of highways
to local municipalities.
7. Mr. Graham P. Brand, Director, Ministry of Health, acknowledging the County's
decision concerning the funding and administering of land ambulance services in
the municipality.
8. The Honourable Ernie Eves, Minister, Ministry of Finance, regarding the County's
resolution regarding railway rights-of-way.
9. Mr. Brian Nixon, Director, Ministry of the Environment, responding to the County's
letter supporting the City of St. Thomas' application for funding assistance under
the Provincial Water Protection Fund.
10. Mr. Doug Raven, Executive Director, Association of Municipalities of Ontario, with a
registration form for the "1998 Councillor Orientation Sessions" designed for new
and returning Councillors.
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11. Ontario Good Roads Association 1998 Annual Conference Registration Form and
Preliminary Program.
12. Mr. Fred Groch with a thank you card for his retirement gift.
13. Mr. Ross Snetsinger, Chair, Rail Ways to the Future Committee, thanking Council
for its support in the past and hopefully in the future of rail transportation in the
municipality.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT Correspondence Items #1-13 be received and filed.
- Carried.
Councillor Habkirk requested the heading "Items for Information" be changed to "Consent
Agenda" .
CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT we do now go into Committee Of The Whole and proceed "In-Camera" to discuss
personnel matters.
- Carried.
Warden Clutterbuck appointed Councillor Walters as Chairman of the Committee Of The
Whole for the In-Camera portion.
OPEN SESSION
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT we do now rise and report.
- Carried.
Warden Clutterbuck assumed the Chair.
Moved by Councillor McPhail
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT the resignation of the Curator, Elgin County Pioneer Museum, be accepted.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor Stewart
THAT we adopt the recommendations of the Committee Of The Whole.
- Carried.
OTHER BUSINESS
1) STATEMENTS/INQUIRIES BY MEMBERS-
Councillor Wilson requested business cards for all Councillors wishing to have them.
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Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT 200 business cards be purchased for County Councillors.
- Carried.
Councillor VanBrenk thanked Council for their support during his recent bereavement.
2) NOTICE OF MOTION - None.
3) MATTERS OF URGENCY - None.
BY-LAWS
Moved by Councillor McPhail
Seconded by Councillor Wilson
THAT By-Law No. 98-1 "Being a By-Law to Appoint a County Road Superintendent for the
Corporation of the County of Elgin" be read a first and second time.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor VanBrenk
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT By-Law No. 98-1 be read a third time and finally passed.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor van Kasteren
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT By-Law 98-2 "Being a By-Law to Appoint All Members of the Elgin County Council as the
Committee of Management of Elgin County Homes" be read a first and second time.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT By-Law 98-2 be read a third time and finally passed.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor van Kasteren
Seconded by Councillor Walters
THAT By-Law No. 98-3 "A By-Law to Confirm Proceedings of the Municipal Council of the
Corporation of the County of Elgin at the January 27th, 1998 Meeting" be read a first and
second time.
- Carried.
Moved by Councillor Wilson
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT By-Law No. 98-3 be read a third time and finally passed.
- Carried.
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The Administrator/Clerk advised Council of a general information meeting on assessment to be
held early in March and anyone interested in attending can call 681-0050. Appointments for
private consultation with an assessor can be made for March 23-25/98.
Moved by Councillor Walters
Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk
THAT we do now adjourn at 2:50 P.M. to meet again on February 26th, 1998 at 9:00 AM.
- Carried.
Mark G. McDonald,
County Administrator/Clerk.
W. Perry Clutterbuck,
Warden.