MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, HELD IN THE M.D. ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, IN DRAYTON VALLEY ON THURSDAY, 94 03 10. CALL TO ORDER I Reeve, E. Lambert called the meeting to order at 9:35 a.m.
PRESENT I E.. Lambert , Reeve L. Coward, Councillor W. Tweedle, Councillor J. Coombes, Councillor B. Guyon, Councillor L. Johnson, Municipal Manager T. McCracken, Recording Secretary Also in attendance: F. McClennan, Alberta West Central Health Unit J. Greschuk, Drayton Valley and District Agricultural Society L. Fleischacker, Drayton Valley and District Agricultural Society D. Pinkowski, Western Review
ADDITIONS TO ADDITIONS TO AND ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA AND ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 094/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the agenda for the 94 03 10 Regular Council Meeting be adopted with the following additions: General Matters n) Filling staff vacancy - Project Manager o) Pembina River Floodplain Advisory Committee Report
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ADOPTION OF 095/94 Moved by w. Tweedle that the minutes of MINUTES the 94 02 23 Regular Council meeting be adopted as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY EMERGENT Emergent Items ITEMS There were no emergent items. Mr. McGee, Mrs. Lachance, Mr. Bell and Ms. Scage arrived at the meeting at 9:36 a.m.
DELEGATIONS DELEGATIONS/APPOINTMENTS APPOINTMENTS Drayton Valley and District Agricultural Society DRAYTON VALLEY AND Mrs. Greschuk thanked Council for the past support DISTRICT the M.D. has given the D.V. Agricultural Society AGRICULTURAL and requested if the M.D. would donate the use of SOCIETY the loader and trucks for their annual Livestock Show held on June 11 & 12th. Mr. Lambert indicated that their request will be accommodated as done in the past and recommended that donated use of M.D. equipment to agricultural clubs for 4-H and agricultural events be instituted into a policy.
096/94 Moved by W. Tweedle that a policy be implemented allowing the Drayton Valley and District Agricultural Society and the 4-H Beef Interclub to use M.D. equipment for their annual agricultural events.
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Mr. Heinrich arrived at the meeting at 9:39 a.m. ALBERTA Alberta West Central Health Unit WEST CENTRAL Mr. Bell introduced Mr. McClennan and Ms. Scage to HEALTH UNIT Council and outlined the focus on health care restructuring. He stated that more resources need to be directed into the preventive nature of health care and also outlined the aspects on public health, ie: prevention, health policy, promoting independence and community development.
Mr. Zimmer arrived at the meeting at 9:51 a.m. . "tl : ~ Mr. Fleming arrived at the meeting at 9:55 a.m. A video on the Alberta West Central Health Unit was shown. Ms. Scage provided numerous statistical data with regards to age population distribution, causes of death and hospitalization costs. Mr. Heinrich left the meeting at 10:04 a.m. Mr. Bell opened the discussion for comments or questions. Mr. McGee stated that the benefits of health care restructuring will pay off and to look at the region more positively. Mr. Lambert questioned the feasibility of having health unit boards and stated the responsibility for administering health should rest with hospitals. Mr. Johnson left the meeting at 10:29 a.m. and returned at 10:31 a.m. Mr. McGee stated that health awareness needs to be discussed within the community. Mr. Tweedle left the meeting at 10:40 a.m. Mr. Heinrich returned to the meeting at 10:41 a.m. Mr. Porter, Mr. Wetter and Mrs. Welsh arrived at the meeting at 10:41 a.m. Mr. Tweedle returned to the meeting at 10:45 a.m. Mr. McGee and Mrs. Lachance left the meeting at 10:46 a.m.
BOO DUNWOODY BOO Dunwoody Ward Mallette WARD MALLETT Council was provided with a copy of the Management Letter as well as an operating summary. Mr. Porter introduced himself and Mr. Wetter to Council and reviewed the M.D.'s financial position. Mr. Porter reviewed the Management Letter with Council and provided some recommendations where improvements could be made. Mr. Kmyta arrived at the meeting at 10:50 a.m. Mr. McGee and Mrs. Lachance returned to the meeting at 10:55 a.m. Mr. Whitelock, Mrs. Norton and 4 observers arrived at the meeting at 10:55 a.m. Mrs. Schwab arrived at the meeting at 10:56 a.m. Mr. J. McKenzie arrived at the meeting at 10:58 a.m. An observer arrived at the meeting at 10:59 a.m. Mr. Fleming arrived at the meeting at 11:00 a.m. Mr. Sweet and an observer arrived at the meeting at 11:01 a.m. Mr. D. Thomas and an observer arrived at the meeting at 11:03 a.m.
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Mr. Lambert indicated that accounting staff changes had taken place during the year and this was also the first year this auditing firm had worked for the M.D. Given these changes, Council was confident that subsequent year ends would run more efficiently. Mr. Lambert thanked the gentlemen for coming and making their presentation. Mr. Porter, Mr. Wetter and Mrs. Welsh left the meeting at 11:04 a.m. 097/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the Management Letter and 1993 Operations Summary from BDO Dunwoody Ward Mallette be received for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Two observers arrived at the meeting at 11:04 a.m. RATEPAYERS Ratepayer Concerns CONCERNS Mr. Lambert questioned those in attendance if they came to voice their concern with regards to the Omniplex project and asked for each person to introduce themselves before giving their comments. Twyla Gartner voiced her support for the project and indicated that many kids in the M.D. would use the facility. Mr. Lambert indicated that the majority in his division are in support of this proposal and that he has discussed the M.D.'s role in the operation of the Omniplex with Mr. McGee. One observer arrived at the meeting at 11:09 a.m. Muriel Hartley voiced her support for the Omniplex project and indicated that she has taken an informal survey of rural youth on a bus route and stated that 9 out of 12 kids use the current sports centre. Wayne Thomas voiced his support for the project although was concerned with the monetary value put forth. Mr. Benson responded that payment could be made in a lump sum or payments could be made over a period of time. Rick Wickend, coach for Atom "B" hockey team stated that on the team in which he coaches, 9 kids are from the rural area and 5 kids live in Drayton Valley. He stated that there would be a lot of use for the Omniplex. Mrs. Benson arrived at the meeting at 11:13 a.m. Russell Smith, President of Minor Hockey Association expressed his support for the project and urged Council's endorsement for this facility. Mr. Smith submitted a letter of support for the project. Darren Urkevich, a M.D. resident and a representative of men's referee hockey and stated that six teams have looked at this community project 1 and he expressed his support.
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He provided his proposal that $100,000 be allocated for the Omniplex this year and $100,000 next year with the condition that equal representation be granted to the M.D. on a Board that oversees the operation of the facility and further that $100,000 also be allocated to the Village of Breton project with the same conditions of M.D. representation in a management board be granted by the Village. Mr. Young arrived at the meeting at 11:51 a.m. Mrs. Schwab indicated her support of Mr. Tweedle's proposal and stated that Council should be aware of the deficit figure on the existing arena before additional funds are put into the second ice surface. She is concerned that funding for the Ornniplex would create higher taxes. Mr. Lambert indicated that the operating deficit figure on the current facility could be obtained. Lanny Schultz, M.D. resident, stated his concern with regards to construction of the existing facility and voiced his support for the second ice surface. He stated there is a need for such a facility. Mrs. Coward stated this is not a recreation issue but an economic development issue and indicated her support for it. John MacKenzie indicated that the community groups should invest in the heart of the community. Mr. Lambert thanked all those attending for making their presentation and voicing their concerns or comments. Ratepayers left the meeting at 12:05 p.m. RECESS FOR 098/94 Moved by L. Coward the Council meeting LUNCH recess for lunch at 12:10 p.m.
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CALL TO E. Lambert called the meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. ORDER
PRESENT E. Lambert, Reeve L. Coward, Councillor W. Tweedle, Councillor J. Coombes, Councillor B. Guyon, Councillor L. Johnson, Municipal Manager T. McCracken, Recording Secretary Also in attendance: R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer T. Grinde, Ratepayer
TERRY GRINDE Terry Grinde - Subdivision Request SUBDIVISION REQUEST R. Matthews indicated that this matter has gone before the Yellowhead Regiona l Planning Commission and that Mr. Grinde was advised that it be directed to the M.D. regarding an access matter.
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Discussion took place with regards to attaching an access caveat to the land. Mr. Grinde stated that he has a road use agreement in place and that he would be willing to insert a clause into the agreement regarding a caveat on the land. Council reviewed the sketch and discussed alternatives for access to the proposed parcel. Mr. Schenfield arrived at the meeting at 1:09 p.m. Mr. Fleming arrived at the meeting at 1:12 p.m. B. Guyon recommended that an agreement between Don Grinde, Terry Grinde and the M.D. be drawn up to authorize the use of an undeveloped road allowance as an access to the proposed parcel and further that the proposed subdivision be redrawn to allow for direct access to the developed road allowance on the west side of the property . Mr. Grinde was advised the subdivision request would need to be started again at Y.R.P.C. Mr. Grinde left the meeting at 1:27 p.m. ALBERTA Alberta Forest Conservation Strategy FOREST CONSERVATION Mr. Schenfield provided a background and history STRATEGY regarding the Alberta Forest Conservation Strategy and indicated the province is seeking public input for ideas and ways to address forest management and environment concerns. He stated that strategic issues working groups as well as community working groups have been established and that Drayton Valley has been chosen as an area for establishing a community working group. Mr. Schenfield inquired if any members of Council would be willing to participate in this community working group. He outlined the group's responsibilities and indicated that this project would take approximately 4 months. Mr. Schenfield mentioned that he will be facilitating the group session and a maximum of 12 people would participate in a group. Mr . Coombes indicated he would be willing to participate in the community group session. D. Pinkoski arrived at the meeting at 1:40 p.m. 099/94 Moved by B. Guyon that J. Coombes be appointed as a representative from the M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 to participate in the community working group for the Alberta Forest Conservation Strategy.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Mr. Lambert thanked Mr. Schenfield for attending and presenting his proposal. Mr. Schenfield left the meeting at 1:44 p.m.
PLANNING PLANNING DEVELOPMENT AND LAND MATTERS DEVELOPMENT AND LAND Sale of M.D. Owned Lands MATTERS -- Y8 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -7- 94 03 10
Council reviewed the Planning Development and Land Officer's report as presented. SALE OF M.D. OWNED LANDS By-Law No. 197-94: Sale of Lot 8, Block 2, Plan 1989 KS and Lot A, Block 1, Plan 1989 KS (NE 32-49-10-WSM) and Lots 2 & 3, Block 3, Plan 6043 HW (NW 36-47-7-WSM) 100/94 Moved by L. Coward that first reading of By-Law No. 197-94 be given.
FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED 101/94 Moved by B. Guyon that second reading of By-Law No. 197-94 be given. FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED Mr. Coombes expressed his concern with regards to the offers received on the lots and wished to retender them. Mrs. Matthews indicated that should approval for the sale of these lots be given, the M.D. could then proceed again with a retender of the remaining lots in a couple of months. 102/94 Moved by J. Coombes that unanimous consent of Council be given to proceed with third reading of By-Law No. 197-94 in one meeting.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 103/94 Moved by w. Tweedle that third reading of By-Law No. 197-94 be given.
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LAND Land Acquisition Agreement and Subdivision Re- ACQUISITION AND Mrs. Matthews reviewed her report and recommendation SUBDIVISION as presented. REQUIREMENT 104/94 Moved by J. Coombes that: 1. approval be given to recommend as a condition of subdivision that the Owner/Developer be required to dedicate a 5.18 m. widening on both the subdivided parcel and the residual of the parcel adjacent to the public roadway if deemed necessary by the Superintendent of Public Works for future road
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widening. 2. the current Land Acquisition Agreement be revised to include the following clause where the lands are to be dedicated by the Owner/Developer: "Should the Owner /Developer be required to file a Plan of Survey as applied in an application for Subdivision No. dated with the Municipality; the lands '-•!!;,. hereby being purchased shall be incorporated in and shown on the said Plan of Subdivision." CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
AMENDMENTTO Amendment to Land-Use By-Law - NE 23-49-8-W5M LAND USE BY Agricultural One to Country Residential LAW- NE 23-49-8-5 Mrs. Matthews reviewed her report and recommendation as presented. 105/94 Moved by B. Guyon that approval be given for the Planning Development and Land's Officer to correspond with the landowners of the NE 23-49-8-WSM in respect of the proposed re-designation and if no objection is received, that she proceed with the land use re-designation process in accordance with the procedures outlined in the Land Use By-Law.
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PROPOSED Proposed Subdivision - NE 34-49-7-W5M - Layne and SUBDIVISION Jane Johnson
NE 34-49-8-5 Mr. Johnson declared a conflict of interest and left LAYNE AND the meeting at 2:05 p.m. Council reviewed the JANE JOHNSON report and recommendation as presented. 106/94 Moved by B. Guyon that approval be granted to the proposed subdivision - NE 34-49-7- W5M - Layne and Jane Johnson subject to the following conditions: 1. All outstanding taxes being paid. 2. Owner/Developer enter into an Development Agreement with the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 to the satisfaction of the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 which shall include but not be limited to: a) The provision of legal and physical access to the parcel being created to the standards and specifications of the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77. b) A 5.18 m. area along the north boundary of the proposed parcel is to be dedicated to the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 for the purposes of
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future road widening. 3. Cash in lieu of Municipal Reserves being paid on the parcel being created and balance of reserves owing be deferred to remainder of titled area.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY T. Fleming left the meeting at 2:09 p.m. T. Fleming and L. Johnson returned to the meeting at 2:10 p.m.
PROPOSED Proposed Subdivision - SW 10-49-8-WSM - William SUBDIVISION - Robinson sw 10-49-8-5 Council reviewed the Planning Development and WILLIAM Land's Officer report as presented. ROBINSON 107/94 Moved by w. Tweedle that approval be given to the proposed subdivision - SW 10-49-8- WSM - William Robinson subject to the following conditions: 1. All outstanding taxes being paid in full. 2. Owner/Developer enter into a Development Agreement with the Municipal district of Brazeau No. 77 which shall include but not be restricted to: a) Provision of physical access to parcel being created to the satisfaction of the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77. 3. Owner of the second residence shall apply to the Planning, Development and land Officer under Section 78(2)(a) of the Planning Act for a Development Permit. 4. Owner of the principal residence shall apply to the Planning, Development and land Officer for a Development Permit. FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED
IN-CAMERA IN-CAMERA (CLOSED SESSION) BIRCHWOOD VILLAGE GREENS (CLOSED SESSION) 108/94 Moved by L. Coward that the regular Council meeting of 94 03 10 go "In-camera" BIRCHWOOD (closed session) at 2:15 p.m. for the VILLAGE purpose of discussing a Birchwood Village GREENS Greens matter.
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D. Pinkoski left the meeting at 2:15 p.m.
OUT OF OUT OF CAMERA (CLOSED SESSION) - BIRCHWOOD VILLAGE CAMERA GREENS 109/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the regular Council meeting of 94 03 10 come "Out of camera" (closed session) at 2:55 p.m. from discussing a Birchwood Village Greens matter. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY T. Fleming and R. Matthews left the meeting at 2:55 p.m. D. Bluett, M. Fedemma, L. Nygaard and R. Matthews left the meeting at 3:00 p.m. D. Bangle and S. Murray arrived at the meeting at 3:00 p.m. T. Fleming returned to the meeting at 3:01 p.m.
DELEGATIONS DELEGATIONS/APPOINTMENTS - 1994 ROAD BAN CAMPAIGN APPOINTMENTS Mr. Murray stated that he has contacted the M.D. 1994 SPRING of Rockyview who have implemented their roadbans ROAD BAN and also spoken with Alberta Transportation in CAMPAIGN Rocky Mountain House. Mr. Murray indicated that the enforcement of the roadban campaign will be a joint effort between the Department of Public Safety, R.C.M.P. and Public Works. D. Pinkoski returned to the meeting at 3:02 p.m. Mr. Coombes inquired if Public Safety has contacted the County of Leduc and County of Wetaskiwin with regards to their road ban campaign. Mr. Murray stated that County of Leduc has their roadbans in affect and the County of Wetaskiwin has select road bans. He indicated that there is no co-operative effort between jurisdictions. A. Sutherland arrived at the meeting at 3:16 p.m. F.c.s.s. F.C.S.S. DEPARTMENT MATTERS DEPARTMENT MATTERS Volunteer Appreciation Brunch M.D. and Town residents VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION Council reviewed the F.C.S.S. Co-ordinator's report BRUNCH and recommendation as presented. 110/94 Moved by B. Guyon that approval be given for a maximum of $500.00 be allotted for a Volunteer Appreciation Brunch for the volunteers in the community.
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FRANK Frank Maddock Peer Support Funding MADDOCK PEER SUPPORT Council reviewed the F.C.S.S. Co-ordinator's report FUNDING and recommendation as presented. 111/94 Moved by B. Guyon that approval be given for F.C.S.S. grant $1000.00 to assist the Frank Maddock Peer Support Team Retreat.
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A. Sutherland left the meeting at 3:17 p.m. GENERAL GENERAL MATTERS MATTERS Community Health and Education Council COMMUNITY HEALTH AND Council reviewed the letter with regards to the EDUCATION M.D.'s position of local community based health COUNCIL and education council. 112/94 Moved by L. Coward that Council formally endorse the letter as the Municipal District's position regarding the subject of a local Community Based Health and Education Council.
FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED
ANNUAL Annual General Meeting GENERAL MEETING L. Johnson indicated that a date needs to be arranged for the Annual General meeting and provided dates that the Elks Hall would be available. 113/94 Moved by W. Tweedle that the Annual General Meeting be held April 14, 1994 at 7:30 p.m. at the Elks Hall.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY T. Fleming left the meeting at 3:22 p.m. SEWER Sewer Maintenance Tax MAINTENANCE TAX L. Johnson reviewed his report and recommendation as presented. BY-LAW NO. 198-94 By-Law No. 198-94: To Authorize the Levying of a Tax on Frontages to Provide for Sewer System Maintenance Costs. 114/94 Moved by W. Tweedle that first reading of By-Law No. 198-94 be given.
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CANADA Canada-Alberta Infrastructure Works Program ALBERTA INFRASTRUCTURE 115/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the correspondence WORKS PROGRAM with regards to the Canada-Alberta Infrastructure Works Program be received for information.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY A.A.M.D.& C j A.A.M.D. & c. Questionnaire QUESTIONNAIRE Council discussed what two questions should be 1 submitted to the A.A.M.D. & C. to Premier Ralph Klein at the A.A.M.D. & C. Spring Convention.
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B. Guyon recommended that the question "What is the Province going to do to reduce the interprovincial trade barriers and promote free trade between provinces?" be sumitted for the A.A.M. D. & c. Spring Conference. DRAYTON Drayton Valley Pottery Club - Request for Funding VALLEY POTTERY CLUB Council reviewed the correspondence from the Drayton Valley Pottery Club and their request for funding. 116/94 Moved by J. Coombes that $500.00 be allocated to the Drayton Valley Pottery Club. FOR: J. COOMBES AGAINST: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
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117/94 Moved by W. Tweedle that the Drayton Valley Pottery Club apply for funding through community grant funds.
FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED 118/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the following be received for information: a) Letter from the Ratepayer's Association dated 94 02 15 regarding the Omniplex project. b) Letter from the Drayton Valley Ringette Association dated 94 02 23 regarding the Omniplex project. c) Letter from the Drayton Valley and District Historical Society dated 94 03 03 regarding the Omniplex project. FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED RE-INVENTING Re-Inventing Emergency Services, Creative Solutions EMERGENCY SERVICES - 119/94 Moved by L. Coward that the correspondence CREATIVE from the Alberta Fire Chief's Association SOLUTIONS regarding Re-Inventing Emergency Services, Creative Solutions Workshop be received for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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ADDITION Addition of Lands to Poplar Creek Natural Area OF LANDS TO POPLAR CREEK Council reviewed correspondence with regards to the NATURAL AREA addition of lands to Poplar Creek Natural Area. 120/94 Moved by J. Coombes that a letter of endorsement be sent from the Municipal District of Brazeau in support for the addition of lands to Poplar Creek Natural Area. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY COUNCIL Council Meeting Schedule MEETING SCHEDULE L. Johnson asked Council to review the Procedural By-Law and to provide their comments to him by March 16th. 121/94 Moved by J. Coombes that the Council Meeting Schedule be tabled until the March 23, 1994 regular Council meeting.
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1994 BUDGET 1994 Budget - 2nd Draft 2ND DRAFT Council reviewed the second draft of the 1994 Budget and discussed what funding would be allocated to the Omniplex project and the Breton recreation facility. Discussion took place regarding this issue. A revised budget will be available for the March 23, 1994 regular Council meeting. 122/94 Moved by B. Guyon that: the M.D. allocate $300,000 for the Omniplex construction with the condition that a Board comprised of equal representation from the M.D. and the Town of Drayton Valley be established and responsible for the operation of the facility, and; that $100,000 be conditionally allocated to the Village of Breton for recreation facility funding with the condition that M.D. representation on a facility Management Board be granted and that the funds be retained by the M.D. until full details of the Breton project are obtained and Council is satisfied with the level of funding contributed by the Village of Breton.
FOR: E. LAMBERT L. COWARD W. TWEEDLE B. GUYON
AGAINST: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED 1 w. Lind arrived at the meeting at 4:35 p.m.
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STAFF Staff Vacancy - Project Manager VACANCY Mr. Johnson indicated that the Mr. Goldade, Project PROJECT Manager will be leaving the employment of the MANAGER Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 and his last day of employment is April 8, 1994. Mr. Johnson asked for Council's authorization to advertise for this position. 123/94 Moved by w. Tweedle that Administration proceed with the steps to fill the position of Project Manager.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Mr . Johnson also indicated that another employee may be leaving the Municipal District of Brazeau and asked that Council authorize Administration to proceed with filling necessary positions as they become vacant. 124/94 Moved by J. Coombes that authorization be given to fill staff vacancies as required. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY w. Lind left the meeting at 4:40 p.m. PEMBINA Pembina River Floodplain Advisory Committee Summary RIVER FLOODPLAIN Mrs. Coward distributed a summary of the last ADVISORY Pembina River Floodplain Advisory Committee meeting. COMMITTEE She asked for Council's endorsement regarding the summary. 125/94 Moved by J. Coombes that the correspondence provided by L. Coward with regards to the Pembina River Floodplain Advisory Committee meeting efforts receive Council's endorsement.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Mr. Lambert indicated that he has another commitment he must attend to and asked to be excused from the meeting. Mr. Lambert and Mr. Fleming left the meeting at 4:45 p.m. Deputy Reeve, L. Coward chaired the remainder of the meeting.
EXTEND EXTEND PAST 4:00 P.M. PAST 4:00 P.M. 126/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the regular Council meeting of 94 03 10 extend past 4:00 p.m.
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ITEMS FOR Correspondence/Items for Information INFORMATION 127/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the following be received for information: a) Letter from A.A.M.D. & c. dated 94 02 18 regarding Alberta Education Amalgamation/restructuring.
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b) Letter from Peter Trynchy, Minister ofTransportationandutilitiesdated 94 02 24 regarding 1994/95 Transportation Grant. c) Letter from Gary Mar, Minister of Communityregarding Development Municipaldated 94 02 24 Recreation/Tourism Areas Program Grant for Willey West park. d) 1994 Budget Speech e) Letter from Paul Poirier of Alberta Trail net regarding National Trails Conference, 94 04 22 - 94 04 24. f) Letter from M.P. Cliff Brei tkreuz dated 94 02 15 regarding Zone 5 winter Games. g) Thank you from Danny Thompson, Zone 5 Winter Games Chairman. h) News Release from the Provincial Government dated 94 02 24 regarding the budget. i) Letter from Kevin Greig of the Village of Breton dated 94 02 18 regarding Municipal Governance proposal for Health, Education and Social Services. j) Letter from Drayton Valley and District Chamber of Commerce dated 94 02 15 regarding Drayton Valley Environmental Training Centre. k) Letter from Drayton Valley and District Chamber of Commerce dated 94 02 18 regarding a business needs assessment.
1) A.A.M.D. & C. Municipal News Highlights dated 94 02 16 and 94 02 23. m) A.A.M.D. & C. 1993 Fall Convention Resolutions. n) Minutes of the Edmonton Association of Municipal Districts and Counties Meeting of 94 01 31.
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COUNCILLOR'S Councillor's Reports REPORTS Mr. Guyon indicated that members of the Agricultural Service Board as well as community members and staff from Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development participated in the Agriculture in the Classroom program and that it went quite smoothly. Mr. Tweedle discussed his attendance at a hospital conference in Calgary in which the Minister of Health, Shirley McClellan spoke.
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Mrs. Coward indicated that she attended numerous health conferences on t he regionalization issue. QUESTION Question Period PERIOD D. P inkoski inquired when the next draft of the budget will be available. Mr. Johnson indicated that this item will be dealt with at the next Council meeting and the copy will be available with the agenda package. D. Pinkoski inquired about the length of the Procedural By-law. Mr. Johnson indicated that it's around nineteen pages. A. Heinrich inquired what the decision was regarding the scheduling of Council meetings. Mr. Johnson stated that this was tabled until the March 23rd Council meeting. Mr. Heinrich referred to comments he heard about the funding request, particularly the Ornniplex project and voiced his concern over funding assistance when the economy is not so favourable right now. ADJOURNMENT 128/94 Moved by B. Guyon that the regular Council meeting of 94 03 10 adjourn at 5:14 p.m.
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