THE VILLAGE OF BURK’S FALLS
COUNCIL MINUTES

The regular meeting of the Burk’s Falls Council was called to order at 7:00pm on Tuesday, April 26, 2005. All members of Council were present.

Delegations at this meeting were the following:
Staff/Sgt. Ayotte – Almaguin Highlands O.P.P.
- Presented Council with the statistics for the Village for the period January-March and the comparison with the 2004 time frame. He then answered questions on the status of a new building and the protocol on the placement of such if and when it has been determined if funds are available.

Lorne Main – Burk’s Falls and District Historical Society
- Gave Council a copy of their financial statement from March 1st, 2004 to February 28, 2005 .
- Their special event for 2005 will be “Ryerson Townships 125th Anniversary” on August 13, 2005.
- Requested a grant of $500.00 to assist with operating expenses for 2005.

Bev Green, Sylvia Gethons-Green, Bob Starr and Barb Byerlay in regards to the animal shelter
They requested Council check into an alternative location for an animal shelter.

Others attending the meeting were Jesse Kohl, reporter for the Almaguin Forrester and Len Hall, Village Foreman.

The following Resolutions were passed:

B. Campbell – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls adopt the Minutes of the March 22, 2005 meeting as circulated.

Lewis Hodgson – Rex Smith:
That Council has read the resolution circulated by the Village of South River regarding the Lure of Almaguin Campaign;
And that council supports this project with their commitment of $1.00 per capita for each of the years 2005 and 2006 for this comprehensive marketing program.

B. Campbell – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application as presented by the Burk’s Falls Lions Club to conduct a raffle Lottery (golf ball race) provided all regulations are adhered to.

Cathy Still – B. Campbell:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application as presented by the Burk’s Falls & District Food Bank to conduct a raffle Lottery provided all regulations are adhered to.

B. Campbell – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application as presented by the Burk’s Falls Figure Skating Club to conduct a Raffle Lottery provided all regulations are adhered to.

Cathy Still – B. Campbell:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls supports the Muskoka Parry Sound Community Mental Health Services Tag Day on May 7, 2005 and May 21, 2005.

Cathy Still – Lewis Hodgson:
That we accept with regret the letter of resignation from John Stark as the By-law enforcement officer.

B. Campbell – Rex Smith:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approve the application as presented by Lorie & Earl Haggart to operate a fry truck at 167 Ontario Street provided we receive appropriate approvals from the Health Officer and a licensed propane dealer.

B. Campbell – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls accept the proposal from Lynette Brooker for the operation of the Burk’s Falls Welcome Centre for 2005.

B. Campbell – Rex Smith:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls approves the 2005 Summer Recreation Program Budget as presented in the amount of $ 20,800.00
And that we accept the 2005 Theatre Budget as presented in the amount of $24,500.00.

B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls have read and approve By-Law No 9-2005 being a by-law to enter into an agreement for the provision of 9-1-1 CERB Services between Her Majesty the Queen in Right of the Province of Ontario as represented by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.
And that we authorize the Reeve and the Clerk to sign this by-law and affix the Seal of the Corporation thereto.

Rex Smith – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls have reviewed the Proposal from the International Coats of Arms. And that Council approves the purchase of municipal lapel pins in the amount of $ 999.80.

B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls have reviewed the request from Robin Stewart, Counseling Therapist for the use of office space.
And Council agrees to rent the space as set out in the agreement to Robin Stewart for the year of 2005.

Cathy Still – B. Campbell:
That the Village of Burk’s Falls Council supports the proposal from the Burk’s Falls & District Fire Department Board to deposit the $50,000.00 grant into an interest bearing account or equivalent, as reserves.

B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls agrees to support the Almaguin Highlands Festival & Event Listing Project Continuation as presented by the Village of South River.
And hereby submit our payment of $ 310.00 as our share of this project.

Lewis Hodgson – B. Campbell:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls make a donation on $500.00 to the Burk’s Falls & District Historical Society to aid with 2005 operations.

Lewis Hodgson – B. Campbell:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls supports the Almaguin Highlands Secondary School Graduation Awards Program with a donation in the amount of $ 150.00.

Lewis Hodgson – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s have read the resolution circulated by the Village of South River regarding the annual Black Fly Hunt.
And that Council does hereby declare the time from midnight May 7, 2005 to June 4, 2005 as Black Fly Hunting Season;
And that council permits “Licensed Black Fly Hunters” to hunt in the Village of Burk’s Falls and supports the Village of South River for the Annual Black Fly Festival.

Rex Smith – B. Campbell:
That Council has read the resolution circulated by the town of North Perth, expressing concern with the changes made to the Building Code through O.REG 305/03.
And that the July 1, 2005 deadline for implementation o Bill 124 is placing undo hardship on smaller rural municipalities in regards to training and implementation;
And that we support the recommendations to the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing expressed in the resolution and forward our support to the Town of North Perth for their presentation to the Provincial government for consideration.

B. Campbell – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls have read the resolution circulated by the Municipality of Powassan regarding a Feasibility Study and Business Plan to be completed for a world class Public Observatory in their community.
And that council agrees that this project will benefit the entire region scientifically and economically.
Now Therefore Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls supports in principle the application to acquire funding for the preparation of a Feasibility Study and Business Plan for the Public Observatory Project.

Lewis Hodgson – B. Campbell:
That Council have read the resolution from the Regional Municipality of Niagara concerning the problem of farm viability;
Therefore be it resolved that the Village of Burk’s Falls recognize the real threat to the long term viability of Ontario Farmers and request that the governments of Ontario and Canada to:
-ensure that the implementation and application of nutrient management rules are done in a way that addresses the concerns the farm community has repeatedly raised,
-recognize that environmental benefits provided by farmers offset any need for administrative charges on water taking permits
-restore confidence of government/farmer partnership by re-establishing long-term investment in drainage infrastructure.
-immediately implement an action plan to address the farm income crisis.
And that our support be sent to the Regional Municipality of Niagara for their collection and presentation.

B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson:
That Council has read the Resolution circulated by the City of Timmins and the Porcupine Health Unit Board respecting childhood obesity;
And that the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls supports the concern that a physical fitness and nutrition program must be given a high priority in the curriculum of all schools for all children.
And forward our support to the City of Timmins for their collection and presentation to the Province of Ontario for their consideration to ensure that all children within our school systems are given the opportunity to enjoy a physical fitness program that will encourage a healthy and physically fit lifestyle.

Rex Smith – Cathy Still:
That Council has read the document prepared by John Brisbane, Fish & Wildlife Branch of the Ministry of Natural Resources requesting input allowing gun hunting on Sundays during regular gun hunting season;
And that Council has reviewed the document and hereby supports gun hunting on Sundays during existing gun hunting season.
And forward our support to the Ministry of Natural Resources for their collection.

Cathy Still – Rex Smith:
That Council has read the resolution from the City of Ottawa expressing concern that the Provincial Policy Statement will now disallow and eliminate retirement farm lots;
And that Council recognizes the importance to all rural communities of bona fide retirement farm lots;
Now therefore Council sends its support to the City of Ottawa for their presentation to the Provincial Government for consideration.

Cathy Still – B. Campbell:
That Council has reviewed the resolution circulated by the County of Prince Edward regarding the Proposed Strategy for Wolves by the Ministry of Natural Resources.
Whereas a Proposed Strategy for Wolves by the Ministry of Natural resources would have the effect of further restricting the killing of wolves or coyotes in Ontario;
Now therefore the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls hereby expresses its objection to the Proposed strategy for Wolves and request that the Strategy not be implemented in the Village of Burk’s Falls.
And that our support be sent to the County of Prince Edward for their collection and presentation to the Provincial Government for consideration.

Rex Smith – Cathy Still:
That the Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls accept the Accounts Payable as presented up to and including April 26, 2005 in the amount of $ 120,899.60 and hereby authorize the Clerk/Treasurer to issue cheques for same.

B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson:
that as per the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, c.25 as amended. p.239(2) Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls enters into a closed meeting at 9:55 pm

Lewis Hodgson – B. Campbell:
That as per the Municipal Act S.O. 2001, c.25 as amended p.239(2) Council for the Village of Burk’s Falls exits from a closed meeting at 10:45 pm

Lewis Hodgson – Cathy Still:
That we extend past the 11:00 curfew to finish the items on the agenda.

B. Campbell – Lewis Hodgson:
That we do now adjourn at 23:37 until the next scheduled meeting of Council on May 24, 2005.

Jarvis W. Osborne
Clerk/Treasurer