The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, September 17th, 2013 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers. Councillor Friesen chaired the meeting in the absence of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Councillors Bobick, Jacobson, and Whyte present.

Mayor McKenzie, Deputy Mayor Delaurier and Councillor Sakal were absent.

Rezoning Hearing:

The Rezoning Hearing was called to order by acting Chairperson Councillor Friesen, who advised that the purpose of the hearing was to hear representation for or against the following:

To amend the Town of Swan River Zoning By-Law by reclassifying an area described as Pt. Lot 2, Plan 2633 DLTO (1541 Main Street) from “RMH” Residential Mobile Home Zone to “RS-5” Residential Single Family Zone.

There being no persons present that wished to speak, Councillor Friesen adjourned the hearing.

Delegation: RCMP Staff Sergeant McKay provided Council with information on the Community Constable Pilot Project and also discussed the fact that the Federal and Provincial Governments would not be providing any further funding for one full time officer.

Minutes

1. RESOLVED that Councillor Friesen be appointed to the position of Chairperson for this meeting in the absence of the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor.
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2. RESOLVED that the Agenda for the September 17th, 2013 regular meeting of Council be received.
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3. RESOLVED that the minutes of the September 3rd, 2013 regular meeting of Council be adopted as received.
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4. RESOLVED that Darren Fedorchuk be authorized to attend the Fire Protection and Emergency Planning course being held in Brandon, MB on October 21st-25th, 2013.
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5. RESOLVED that Fire Chief Darren Fedorchuk be authorized to sit on the public education committee for the Manitoba Association of Fire Chiefs and the Office of the Fire Commissioner and attend the meetings as required.
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6. RESOLVED that the Town of Swan River purchase a rescue unit from Fort Garry Fire Trucks for the amount of $145,047.00 plus GST with delivery in 2014.
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7. RESOLVED that the quotation received from Sunrise Landscaping in the amount of $10,845.00 to install paving stone on the public sidewalk at the new municipal office be accepted.
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8. RESOLVED that the Proposed Change Order No. 4 submitted by Logan Stevens Construction in the amount of $2,690.28 for the Ross Wastewater Pump Station Renewal be accepted.
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9. RESOLVED that the photocopier for the Recreation & Wellness Centre be leased from Milne Office Systems for the amount of $306.50 per month.
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10. RESOLVED that the computers for the Recreation & Wellness Centre be purchased from Spruce Country Computer for the amount of $4,492.00.
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11. WHEREAS: Breast cancer is the most common cancer in Canadian women and is a serious disease that will affect 23,800 women, 200 men and their families this year, and
WHEREAS: It is of great importance that money be raised to fund breast cancer research projects and community programs, and
WHEREAS: The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation strives to be an effective advocate, a trusted leader, a respectful partner and a catalyst in creating a future without breast cancer.
THEREFORE: I Mayor Glen McKenzie hereby proclaim the month of October 2013 as “Breast Cancer Awareness Month” in the Town of Swan River, Manitoba this 17th day of September, 2013.
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12. RESOLVED that By-Law No. 7/2013 being a By-Law of the Town of Swan River to amend the Town of Swan River Zoning By-Law No. 9/2004 reclassifying Pt. Lot 2, Plan 2633 DLTO from “RMH” Residential Mobile Home Zone to “RS-5” Residential Single Family Zone be read a first time.
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13. RESOLVED that By-Law No. 7/2013 being a By-Law of the Town of Swan River to amend the Town of Swan River Zoning By-Law No. 9/2004 reclassifying Pt. Lot 2, Plan 2633 DLTO from “RMH” Residential Mobile Home Zone to “RS-5” Residential Single Family Zone be read a second time.
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14. RESOLVED that Duane Whyte be authorized to attend a Physician Recruitment Symposium which was held in Brandon, MB on September 6th, 2013. Carried:

15. RESOLVED that Duane Whyte be authorized to attend a Medical Services Committee meeting being held in Minitonas, MB on September 19th, 2013.
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16. RESOLVED that the letter of resignation submitted by Patrick Maga and attached as Schedule “A” be accepted.
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17. RESOLVED that the assessment alterations amendments as listed by Manitoba Local Government Assessment Services dated August 30th, 2013, be made to the 2013 Tax Roll under authority of Section 300(6) and 326 of The Municipal Act.
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18. RESOLVED that the following utility accounts be added to the property tax roll:
Account Address Roll
#11530000.00 205 2nd Ave S 0085600.000
#11970000.03 206 Centennial Dr S 0184350.000
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19. RESOLVED that the Swan Valley Historical Museum Inc. Financial Statements for the year ended December 31st, 2012 and prepared by Pacak Kowal Hardie & Company be received.
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20. RESOLVED that the Swan Valley Historical Museum Inc. 2013 Budget be received.
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21. RESOLVED that the August, 2013 R.C.M.P. Report be received.
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22. RESOLVED that By-Law No. 18/2012 being a By-Law of the Town of Swan River to amend the Town of Swan River Zoning By-Law No. 9/2004 reclassifying Lots 3, 4 & 5 Block 4 Plan 21440 DLTO from “RM” Multiple Family Zone to “CH” Commercial Highway Zone be read a third time and be passed.
Glen McKenzie Absent
Don Bobick Yes
Phylis Friesen Yes
Jason Delaurier Absent
Lance Jacobson Yes
Jason Sakal Absent
Duane Whyte Yes
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23. RESOLVED that the accounts as follows be hereby approved for payment:
(1) General Accounts from Cheque No. 13742 to No. 13801 for a total of $206,754.68.
(2) Payroll Account from Cheque No. 3143 to No. 3152 for a total of $86,108.23.
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24. RESOLVED that the Superintendent of Works and Building Inspection Reports be received.
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25. RESOLVED that the Mayor, Councillors, Chief Administrative Officer and Assistant Chief Administrative Officer be authorized to attend the Association of Manitoba Municipalities Annual Conference being held in Brandon, MB on November 25th – 28th, 2013.
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26. RESOLVED that, pursuant to Section 152(3) of The Municipal Act, Council go into Committee and close the meeting to the public.
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27. RESOLVED that pursuant to Section 152(4) of The Municipal Act this meeting be reopened to the public.
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28. RESOLVED that this regular Meeting of Council now adjourn.
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