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March 12, 2002 Minutes COUNTY OF ELGIN Tuesday, March 12, 2002 The Elgin County Council met this day at the Administration Building, at 9:04 A.M. in accordance with adjournment, with all members in attendance. Warden Wilson in the Chair. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT the minutes of the meetings held on February 12 and 18, 2002 be adopted. - Carried. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST AND THE GENERAL NATURE THEREOF- None. DELEGATIONS Ms. Kim Potts, Ms. Edith Richardson, Mr. Oscar Legein, and Ms. Wendy Woodhouse, of the Tillsonburg & District Multi-Service Centre attended at 9:05 A.M., to request a grant for the year 2002. Mr. Richardson noted that 788 hours of service were devoted to Elgin residents in 2001, through the Community Counselling program, which helps clients to develop problem solving and coping strategies, and emphasized that these programs are not funded by government or client fees. Council, discussed the need to ensure that overlapping of services provided by other agencies to the residents of the County are avoided and suggested government and non-government contacts that should be pursued. Fundraising initiatives by the organization and co-ordination of services to best utilize the funding were also discussed. Moved by Councillor McPhail Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT the Corporation of the County of Elgin grant $2000 to Tillsonburg & District Multi- Service Centre for the year 2002. - Carried. The Warden thanked the delegation for attending and the delegation left at 9:26 A.M. Reverend Nick Wells, Mrs. Dianna Player, Mr. Brian Masschaele, and Mr. Jamie Littlejohn, members of the Talbot Bi-Centennial Committee attended at 9:28 A.M. to request a grant for 2002 and 2003, to assist with planning activities for the 2003 event. Reverend Wells outlined the history of the founding of the Talbot Settlement and the activities planned to celebrate this Bi-Centennial, including the possibility of having a stamp commissioned to commemorate the event. The Warden thanked the delegation for attending and indicated their request would be considered during 2002 budget deliberations. The delegation left at 9:47 A.M. Mr. Chester Hinatsu, Director, and Elizabeth Sebestyen, Social Housing Administrator, City of St. Thomas, attended at 9:39 A.M. to update Council on Social Housing programs. Mr. Hinatsu noted that Co-op Housing units have been assumed, contracts and agreements have been settled, and changeover to the Provincial computer system has taken place. Council discussed concerns with complaints received from seniors regarding resolution of housing issues and Mr. Hinatsu indicated they should contact their Housing provider or, alternatively, contact him at the City. Mr. Hinatsu provided clarification on how pooled reserves are accessed and that reserves submitted from Elgin providers can only be accessed by Elgin providers and are not accessible Province-wide. Council requested that reports on Ontario Works, Social Housing and Child Care activities be received on a quarterly basis and Mr. Hinatsu agreed that would beneficial. The Warden thanked the delegation for attending and the City of St. Thomas for their significant efforts since taking over the joint County/City service. The delegation left at 10:09 A.M. County Council 2 March 12,2002 Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT the report "Social Housing Update" presented by Chester Hinatsu, Director of Ontario Works, dated March 5, 2002 be received and filed. - Carried. Council took a break at 10:10 A.M. and reconvened at 10:27 A.M. Mr. Paul Mistele, Chair, Farm Animal Coalition Elgin, attended at 10:27 A.M. to discuss possible Council involvement in Nutrient Management Planning, as well as funding. Mr. Mistele requested that discussions begin on animal agriculture in Elgin for the future, as municipalities are not prepared to deal with intensive livestock issues and need a plan to accommodate changes. The Chief Administrative Officer advised that as the effect Bill 81 will have on the County and municipalities is unknown, it is difficult to anticipate the best course of action. Council consensus was to reactivate the Ad Hoc committee formed in 2000 to deal with agricultural issues such as drainage, and expand its agenda to include nutrient management. Meetings could be held at the Administration Building. The Chief Administrative Officer noted that the County of Middlesex has developed a nutrient management plan for local municipal use and it could be reviewed for use in Elgin. The provision of funding was referred to the County's 2002 budget considerations. Mr. Mistele will arrange a meeting with the Ad Hoc agricultural committee and contact Warden Wilson and Councillor McPhail with a date and time. The delegation left at 11: 17 A. M. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Faulds THAT we do now move into Committee Of The Whole Council. - Carried. REPORTS KinQ GeorQe Lift BridQe in Port Stanley - ManaQer of EnQineerinQ Services The Manager of Engineering Services reported that Councillors' comments have been incorporated into the agreement and the insurance premium is approximately $600. Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Crevits THAT Colborne Street from the north limits of the former Municipality of Port Stanley to the south limits of Bridge Street, and Bridge Street from the east limits of Colborne Street to the west limits of Carlow Road be assumed by the County of Elgin; and, THAT monies held in a reserve, $117,517.00, by the Municipality of Central Elgin, as of January 1, 2002, for Colborne Street and Bridge Street described above and the King George Lift Bridge be transferred to the County of Elgin; and, THAT this transfer be effective January 1, 2002; and further, THAT the Warden and the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized and directed to sign the maintenance agreement with the Municipality of Central Elgin for the maintenance of the King George Lift Bridge. - Carried. Road Network Study - ManaQer of EnQineerinQ Services Council discussed the need to solicit comments from the local municipalities, before adopting the report in principle. County Council 3 March 12,2002 Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the report from the Manager of Engineering Services entitled "Road Network Study" dated January 31,2002, be tabled to the April Council meeting to allow time for Councillors to discuss the draft report with their local councils. - Carried. Lakeshore Line Relocation - ManaQer of EnQineerinQ Services The Manager of Engineering Services reviewed the EA process and costs to relocate Lakeshore Line. The Manager noted that rebuilding the road is well beyond County financial capabilities unless substantial assistance is received through a second round of OST AR funding or other government sources. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Crevits THAT staff be directed to solicit firms to complete an Environmental Assessment for the relocation of Lakeshore Line; and, THAT the County of Elgin identify this project as a high priority item under the next round of funding from the Ontario Small Town and Rural Development (OSTAR) Infrastructure Program. - Carried. Contracts for Archives Renovation and ShelvinQ - ManaQer of EnQineerinQ Services Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT Norlon Builders London Limited be awarded the contract for the renovation for the Archives at the County Administration Building at the tendered price of $277,455.00 (includes GST); and, THAT Hurok Manufacturing Limited be awarded the contract for the movable shelving for the Archives at the County Administration Building the tendered price of $90,330.94 (includes GST); and further, THAT the Warden and the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized and directed to sign the contracts with Norlon Builders London Limited and Hurok Manufacturing Limited; and THAT these contracts be included in the 2002 Capital Budget. - Carried. Benefit Renewal Report - Effective March 1. 2002 - Director of Human Resources The Director of Human Resources noted that a meeting was held with constituent municipalities to review the group benefits program renewal. The Municipality of West Elgin is considering joining but is awaiting a report from the benefit provider. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT based on the recommendation of Buffett Taylor & Associates, the Liberty Health and Manulife premium rates presented in the 2002/03 Renewal Report be adopted for the County of Elgin and the Elgin Member Municipalities, effective March 1, 2002. - Carried. County Council 4 March 12,2002 Human Resources Policy Review - Director of Human Resources The Director of Human Resources highlighted some of the changes made to the Human Resources Policies. Moved by Councillor McPhail Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT Elgin County Council adopt the amendments to Human Resources Policies 1.20 Policy Definitions, 2.20 Rules of Conduct, 2.50 Personal Use of Equipment, 2.80 Loss of Driving Privileges/Required Classification, and 2.100 Code of Ethics, in the report dated March 5, 2002 from the Director of Human Resources. - Carried. County of EIQin Proposed 2002 Capital BudQet and County of EIQin 2002 Proposed BudQet - Director of Financial Services The report was presented by the Director of Financial Services for information only and will be discussed line by line at the budget meeting on March 26th, 2002. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the reports entitled County of Elgin Proposed 2002 Capital Budget and County of Elgin 2002 Proposed Budget, presented by the Director of Financial Services, dated March 5, 2002, be received and filed. - Carried. Sale of Bed Licenses - Director of Financial Services The Director of Financial Services offered the suggestion that the revenue from the sale of the bed licenses be used to help pay down the Elgin Manor rebuild project and the Health Unit Building, which would reduce the payback period by approximately two years. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the funds received from the sale of the beds, approximately $1 M, be applied to pay down the Elgin Manor re-build project. - Carried. Tourism Officer - Director of Financial Services Moved by Councillor McPhail Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT the $40,000 budgeted in 2001 for the St. Thomas-Elgin Tourist Association Tourism Officer be reserved and utilized for the second year of the County's contribution to this initiative. - Carried. Provincial Offences Act - Transfer of Funds - Director of Financial Services Moved by Councillor Faulds Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the report entitled Provincial Offences Act - Transfer of Funds, presented by the Director of Financial Services, dated March 4, 2002, be received and filed. - Carried. County Council 5 March 12,2002 SesQuicentennial Event. - Court House - ManaQer of Library Services and County Archivist The County Archivist and Mrs. Dianna Player, Elgin Historical Society, announced that April 15th marked the first meeting of the 1852 Council and to recognize the anniversary would like County Council to meet at the Court House for a photo opportunity to mark the occasion. A formal invitation will be mailed out shortly to County Council, as well as City Council, to mark this historic County Anniversary. Moved by Councillor Mcintyre Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk THAT the report entitled Sesquicentennial Event - Court House, dated March 5, 2002, be received for Council's information and filed. - Carried. SesQuicentennial Plans - County Archivist The County Archivist outlined activities to be carried out throughout 2002 to recognize the County's 150th Anniversary. Moved by Councillor Rock Seconded by Councillor Faulds THAT the report entitled Sesquicentennial Plans, dated March 5, 2002, reported by the County Archivist, be received and filed. - Carried. SprinQfield Library Lease - ManaQer of Library Services The Manager of Library Services announced that the grand opening for the new Springfield Library is planned for sometime in May. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT the Warden and the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to sign three copies of the Standard Elgin County Municipal Lease with the Township of Malahide for the Springfield Library under the current terms and conditions of the lease. - Carried. Delivery Service to Library Branches - Library Co-Ordinator The Library Co-Ordinator highlighted actions taken to deliver books to the Library Branches since the delivery person retired at the end of last year. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT the report entitled Delivery Service to Library Branches, dated March 5, 2002, reported by the Library Co-Ordinator, be adopted and implemented. - Carried. SiQninQ Authority for Archives' Grant - ManaQer of Library Services Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the Warden and the Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to sign the Contribution Agreement issued by the Department of Canadian Heritage, for receipt of a grant in the amount of $127,708 to support renovations for the Elgin County Archives. - Carried. County Council 6 March 12,2002 Council recessed for lunch at 12:20 P.M. and reconvened at 1 :17 P.M. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT we do now proceed In-Camera to discuss legal and contract matters. - Carried. The Elgin County Tree Commissioner attended at 1 :17 P.M. and left Chambers at 1 :36 P.M. Mr. Malcolm Hopkins and Ms. Jane Perry from the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital attended at 1 :36 P.M. and left Chambers at 2:01 P.M. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Crevits THAT we do now rise and report. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the property owners of Lot 22 & 23, Conc. IV, Registered Plan No. 11 R5011 , Township of Malahide, who cleared 0.775 hectares of woodlands to create farmland, without prior submission and acceptance of a Minor Exception Application, pay a fine of $500.00 as outlined in the Elgin County Tree By-Law Investigation and Enforcement Protocols; and, THAT the said property owners replant 1400 trees within the Mount Salem Forest or Calton Wetland Complex; and further, THAT a letter be sent to the contractor who cleared the woodlands outlining the Elgin County By-Law relating to land clearing stating that authorization from the County is required prior to any land clearing. - Carried. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT the contract budgets for the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital Ambulance Service for 2001 and 2002 be approved as amended; and, THAT Elgin County Council strongly encourage the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital Ambulance Service to find cost containment measures throughout the balance of the remaining contract in order to reduce costs to the County, City, and Province; and, THAT Elgin County Council strongly encourage the Ministry of Health to fund 50% of the actual cost of operations instead of a portion of the approved costs of the service. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Stewart Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT staff be authorized to proceed with a negotiation matter in accordance with the direction from County Council. - Carried. County Council 7 March 12,2002 Moved by Councillor Faulds Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT the correspondence received from Hennessey, Bowsher, Gibson & Carrie regarding a contract settlement overpayment be received and filed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT staff be directed to release the outstanding payment owing to Cyril J. Demeyere Limited for works completed on Plank Road at Straffordville; and, THAT the County of Elgin gratefully accept Mr. Demeyere's donation to the Elgin Manor Building Fund and an appropriate tax receipt be issued. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Faulds Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk THAT correspondence concerning the Estate of Mary Isabell Whitelock, deceased, received from Hennessey, Bowsher, Gibson & Carrie, be received and filed. - Carried. The Emergency Measures Co-Ordinator attended at 2:15 P.M. Defibrillators for Ambulance Fleet - EmerQency Measures Co-Ordinator Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT County Council authorize staff to issue a Request for Proposal for five and seven defibrillators; and, THAT once all bids are received, staff report the results of the RFP process and seek Council's direction with respect to the purchase of the units. - Carried. Ambulance Sale - Reserve Vehicle at Rodney - EmerQency Measures Co-Ordinator The Emergency Measures Co-Ordinator reported that two bids were received in response to the RFP for the surplus vehicle. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Faulds THAT the 1992 reserve ambulance be sold to Mr. Wayne Dunn for $2,020; and, THAT ownership of the vehicle be transferred once a certified cheque or money order has been received; and, THAT should Mr. Dunn decide not to purchase the vehicle, staff be authorized to accept the bid from Downham Nurseries (1993) Inc. - Carried. County Council 8 March 12,2002 Medical Director for EIQin Manor - Director of Homes and Seniors Services Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Faulds THAT the report entitled "Medical Director for Elgin Manor" from the Director of Homes and Seniors Services, dated March 12, 2002, be received and filed. - Carried. CORRESPONDENCE Items for Consideration 1. J.R. McLachlan, Clerk-Administrator, Municipality of Huron East, with a resolution concerning the inclusion of road salts to the list of CEPA toxic substances. 2. Maurice Beaudry, World Youth Day Celebration, requesting office space in the County Administration Building. 3. Peggy Gillespie, RN and Linda Corriveau, RPN, Serenity House, requesting a letter of support from County Council for their Needs Assessment Survey for a Community Hospice facility. 4. Honourable Lincoln M. Alexander, The Honourable Cam Jackson, Minister of Citizenship, inviting Council to nominate two young Ontarians who have demonstrated leadership in eliminating racial discrimination. 5. W.R. (Bill) Allen, Secretary General to The Order of Ontario, Deputy Minister of Citizenship, seeking nominations for the 2002 Order of Ontario. 6. Barbara L. Sampson, Clerk, Town of Minto, with a resolution concerning the need for Federal and Provincial Governments to provide the powers and funding to effectively handle the problem of vandalism and violent behaviour of troubled youths. 7. Jayne Carman, Clerk, County of Brant, with a resolution concerning the Ministry of the Environment's proposed regulations for penalties to be imposed on municipalities for infractions of the legislation and regulations that pose no risk to the health and safety of the community. 8. Joan L. Thomson, City Clerk, City of Stratford, with a resolution concerning legislation to require producers of packaged goods to reduce the amount of disposable packaging at source and retailers to take back packaging materials. 9. Michael Plant, P. Eng., Area Operations Engineer, London Operations, Southwestern Region, Ministry of Transportation, re: OGRAlROMA Meeting. 10. Ken Whitehead, CAO/Clerk, County of Oxford, concerning CASO Railway Discontinuance and Abandonment. 11. Greg Grondin, Chair, St. Thomas Public Library Board, concerning County funding for the St. Thomas Public Library. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #1 : Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT the Council of County of Elgin supports the resolution from the Municipality of Huron East objecting to the inclusion of road salt to the list of CEPA toxic substances. - Carried. The Manager of Engineering Services advised that a report is coming to the next meeting regarding Correspondence #2: County Council 9 March 12,2002 Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Crevits THAT Correspondence Item #2 be received and filed. - Carried. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #3: Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT the Council of the County of Elgin supports, in principle, the efforts of Serenity House regarding a Needs Assessment Study Survey for a community hospice facility in Elgin County. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Crevits THAT Correspondence Items #4 & 5 be received and filed. - Carried. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #6: Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Council VanBrenk THAT the Council of the County of Elgin supports the resolution of the Town of Minto concerning the need for Federal and Provincial Governments to provide powers and funding to schools, communities and law enforcement agencies to effectively handle the problem of vandalism and violent behavior of troubled youths. - Carried. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #7: Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT the Council of the County of Elgin supports the resolution of the County of Brant objecting to the Ministry of the Environment's proposed regulations for penalties to be imposed on municipalities for simple infractions of the legislation. - Carried. The following recommendation was adopted respecting Correspondence Item #8: Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Faulds THAT the Council of the County of Elgin supports the resolution from the City of Stratford concerning legislation to require producers of packaged goods to reduce the amount of disposable packaging at source and retailers to take back packaging materials. - Carried. Correspondence Item #9 - Warden Wilson noted that as a result of a meeting with Minister Hodgson at OGRA, the Minister indicated he would forward Elgin County's concerns with the Lakeshore Line erosion issue to the Minister of Natural Resources for action. The Warden indicated he would follow up in due course. County Council 10 March 12,2002 Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT Correspondence Item #9 be received and filed. - Carried. Correspondence #10 - Councillors noted that at the meeting held in Tillsonburg, Oxford County did not indicate they were in support of taking the CASO Line without the rail and signals and that is not what was understood by attendees. Gar Knutson, M.P. has agreed to host a fact-finding meeting with M.P.'s and M.P.P.'s from the Hagersville area, as well as various Ministers, on April 5th at Tillsonburg. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Rock THAT Correspondence Item #10 be received and filed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor McPhail THAT Correspondence Item #11 be received and filed. - Carried. Correspondence for Information 1. Honourable Jim Wilson, Minister of Energy, Science and Technology, acknowledging Council's support of the Municipality of Chatham-Kent's resolution concerning the economic impact paying down Ontario Hydro's debt will have on ratepayers. 2. Honourable Michael D. Harris, Premier of Ontario: 1) acknowledging Council's support for the County of Essex' resolution regarding the use of Bell Canada's database for community emergency notification systems; 2) concerning Council's resolution regarding infrastructure funding. 3. John Hill, Manager, Correspondence and Public Inquiries Unit, Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, acknowledging receipt of correspondence concerning medical school tuition fees and advising that the Minister or ministry staff will be responding to our letter of concern as soon as possible. 4. Terry Carroll, United Way of Elgin-St. Thomas, concerning the original 2001 Campaign request for Corporate Matching funds. 5. Honourable Chris Hodgson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, acknowledging Council's concerns as well as those of other municipalities and regions in regard to Smart Growth panels. 6. Jack Layton, President, Federation of Canadian Municipalities with: 1) information and registration forms for the 65th Annual FCM Conference and Municipal Expo May 31 - June 3, City of Hamilton; 2) Member Advisory on" World Trade Negotiations". 7. AMO Member Communication ALERT: 1) Successful First Meeting With Province Under The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) 2) Devolution of OMERS Plan 3) Volunteer Firefighters in Jeopardy 8. Carl Isenburg, Vice-President, Customer Relations, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, with update on MPAC Customer Service Initiatives. 9. Town of Tillsonburg and City of St. Thomas with resolutions concerning the Proposed Discontinuance of Railway Line, CN CASO Subdivision. County Council 11 March 12,2002 10. Correspondence from: 1) Municipality of Central Elgin; 2) Municipality of Bayham; 3) Township of Malahide; with a resolution supporting the County of Elgin's resolution indicating interest to negotiate the purchase of the CN CASO rail line. 11. Honourable Brad Clark, Minister of Transportation, responding to Council's correspondence regarding Highway 401 emergency detours in Elgin County. 12. David L. Lindsay, President and CEO, Ontario SuperBuild Corporation, Ministry of Finance, concerning Council's resolution regarding federal and provincial support for public infrastructure. 13. Donna Lunn, Community Development Officer, Elgin Connects, with update on the ElginConnects project. 14. Ted Garrard, Vice-President (External), University of Western Ontario, with an update report on the TD Waterhouse Stadium. 15. S. Poirier, Executive Correspondence Officer, Office of the Prime Minister, acknowledging Council's resolution concerning the use of Bell Canada's database for emergency purposes. 16. Dave Blakely, Director, Customer Service, Municipal Property Assessment Corporation, addressing County Council concerns. Correspondence Item #16 - Warden Wilson noted that the letter received from MPAC did not properly address the concerns of Council regarding flagging of properties that suddenly change from farmland to residential designation. Staff will invite Mr. Dave Blakely and the Municipal Relations representative from MPAC to a future Council meeting to discuss these concerns. Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor VanBrenk THAT Correspondence Items #1-16 be received and fi led with appropriate action being taken. - Carried. OTHER BUSINESS Statements/InQuiries by Members Councillor VanBrenk requested that staff provide regular reports on the new Elgin Manor development. Councillor McPhail advised Council that Councillor Will Parney from Chatham-Kent, who suffered a stroke in December, attended his first Council meeting this week. Councillor McPhail noted that Chatham-Kent had announced receiving a Healthy Futures Grant and that no municipalities in Elgin County had applied for this funding. The Municipality of West Elgin Council felt that the Conservation Authority should have applied for funding on the County's behalf, however, the application deadline was March 1 and may not be available to us now. Councillor Habkirk noted that the Town of Aylmer receives information from Steve Peters' office as grant information arises and suggested that West Elgin staff could contact Steve Peters and receive the information as well. Councillor VanBrenk suggested the Chief Administrative Officer contact Middlesex for a copy of their application. A letter of support for West Elgin to extend the deadline for application may be requested at a later date and Council agreed to endorse such a request. Notice of Motion - None. Matters of UrQency - None. County Council 12 March 12,2002 Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Habkirk THAT we do adopt recommendations of the Committee Of The Whole Council. - Carried. BY-LAWS Moved by Councillor Habkirk Seconded by Councillor Crevits THAT By-Law No. 02-05 "A By-Law to Confirm Proceedings of the Municipal Council of the Corporation of the County of Elgin at the March 12, 2002 Meeting" be read a first and second time. - Carried. Moved by Councillor Crevits Seconded by Councillor Stewart THAT By-Law No. 02-05 be read a third time and finally passed. - Carried. Moved by Councillor VanBrenk Seconded by Councillor Mcintyre THAT we do now adjourn at 2:55 P.M. to meet again on March 26th, 2002 at 9:00 A.M. - Carried. Mark G. McDonald, Chief Administrative Officer. John R. Wilson, Warden.