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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.