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TOWN OF WABANA Aug. 21, 2009
The last regular meeting of the Town Council of Wabana was held on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2009, with the following in attendance:
Mayor Gosine Ed Kent, Consultant
RCMP Const. Jamie Watkins Const. Leo Resident Fred Butler The meeting was called to order at 7pm. The minutes of the following meetings were adopted and ratified on a motion by Councillor Craig and seconded by Councillor Somerton. Motion carried.
1. July 28th. Regular Meeting 2. July 28th. Privileged Meeting 3. Aug. 4th. Special Meeting 4. Aug. 4th. Regular meeting 5. Aug. 11th. Meetings of Recruitment Committee (3 meetings).
RCMP
The following issues were discussed:
1. Break and Enters 2. ATV’s 3. Car races and Motocross races.
The officers assured council that they are working diligently to control the ATV use or abuse on the island.
It was felt that we should check with some small towns to see how they control ATV’s, and if they have by-laws concerning them.
ARISING OUT OF THE MINUTES
(1) Brian Clarke – a motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pendergast and seconded by Councillor McCarthy that Mr. Brian Clarke (Classic Mouldings) would be evicted from the building if rent isn’t paid in 30 days. Motion carried.
(2) Rental Space – people requesting rental space are Linda Hickey – WISE program and Bruce Hann to store some building supplies.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Everything in order with a healthy balance at the end of the month.
TOWN MANAGER’S R EPORT
(1) Cats – the control of the cat population continues to be a big problem for the town, it was felt that we need to concentrate on having cats put down for at least two full days.
(2) Targa – Once again this year Targa will be having their Open Road Driver/Co-Driver School on Bell Island on Sept. 10th. and 11th.
(3) Dilapidated buildings – letter have been sent to all those with such buildings by our lawyers, with orders to have them repaired or removed.
(4) St. Pat’s Lane – As it is only one lane (since the excavation for Philip O’Keefe’s building), it has become quite dangerous. It was reported that Mr. O’Keefe is waiting for contractors from St. John’s to come here to start construction of his building.
ARENA REPORT – accepted as presented.
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE REPORT
Councillor McCarthy said that we should make sure we obtain proper documentation for properties we are going to auction for taxes, etc. It was reported that we are following the advice of our lawyers in preparing for the auction which will be in late Oct.
FRED BUTLER Mr. Butler brought to council’s attention again that the overflowing man-made pond, known at the duck pond on the West Track is still causing flooding problems to his home, and that of his mother’s. He reminded council that the engineer’s report stated the pond should be gradually drained by opening the culvert slowly, until a level is reached that would prevent the draining of the residents’ properties in Butler Marsh. It was noted that council has an obligation to maintain its culverts to serve their intended purpose, including flood prevention and protection of our road bed, etc. A motion was made by Deputy Mayor Pendergast and seconded by Councillor Kent that we would open the culvert on a gradual basis with a view to lowering the pond levels to prevent flooding of Butler’s Marsh. Motion carried.
CONSULTANT’S REPORT
Mr. Kent led us through his report, where short discussions took place on the various topics of concern.
(1) Arena – tenders will be awarded next week for phase 2 of the capital program. (2) Sports field – hydroseeding has been redone, and the grass is growing very nicely. No. 6 Field will be upgraded from the remaining Recreation Grant. (3) Water Tower – the fence should be erected next week. (4) New Wells – Phase 3 power will have to be provided at an extra cost of $40,000 which we are hoping will be cost shared with our engineers or government. (5) Whalen’s Road (near Theresa Power’s) – agreed that this road must be repaired; it is in a very bad condition. (6) Former Murphy’s Garage – Irving Oil making inquiries regarding having the building taken down and the area leveled. Agreed that the materials would not be brought to our land fill, as there is a fair of contamination from oil-soaked materials. (7) Waste Management – Draft terms of reference prepared, tenders will be called for the appointment of a consultant. (8) New Fire Truck – deferred until next year. Fire Commissioner has offered an interim solution of a 1980’s model truck – 1000 gals while we await a new truck approval. Agreed that we appeal our non funding for 2009 with a strong letter. (9) Rescue wagon to be made lighted, and acceptable for usage. (10) Arena Manager position – a recruitment committee was struck to check out the various applicants. Councillor McCarthy suggested we use the same recruitment committee that was used for the Town Clerk applicants. This was agreed. (11) Plexiglass – Mr. Kent reported that council has to address a major issue with the old glass having been given away by the arena supervisor without consulting with council.
APPLICATIONS
(1) George Normore to relocate the former Tremblett store building to Beach Hill to be used as a summer house, or to actually build a summer house at the same location. Councillor Craig cautioned council that if the building were to be relocated, extra care and caution would have to be taken for the wire and cables in the area. A motion was made by Councillor McCarthy and seconded by Councillor Kent that we would approve either the relocation of the Tremblett building, or the construction of a new building for a summer house on Beach Hill. Motion carried.
(2) Ches Jenkins to remove the top of a house at West Mines and renovate the bottom half. This was approved in principle on a motion by Councillor Craig and seconded by Councillor Kent. Motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
(1) Letter from the Canadian Postmasters and Assistants (CPAA) re possible losing of manhours at the post office. Agreed that we would respond expressing support to keep both persons employed there.
(2) Eastern Health – re smoke free environment policy – accepted and ordered placed on file.
(3) Letter from the Dept. of Transportation and Works re ferry issues – acknowledged and placed on file.
(4) Letter from the leader of the opposition re ferry issues – acknowledged and placed on file.
(5) Memo from employee Reg King, requesting a new seat for our CASE loader. Agreed that we would check into finding such a seat.
CONCERNS
(1) Councillor Kent reported that secure covers are required on our two new well heads, so that they will be secure. This to be taken care of immediately. (2) Councillor Craig said that St. Pat’s Lane must be opened to its full capacity ASAP. (3) Mayor Gosine reported that the Citizen’s Group in conjunction with the RCMP should be meeting soon.
There being no further business to discuss, the meeting adjourned at 10:30pm on a motion by Deputy Mayor Pendergast and seconded by Councillor Craig. Motion carried.
CONFIRMED
___________________________ Mayor
___________________________ Town Manger/Clerk
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