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Minutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 via video conference.<\/p>\nMinutes of the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain held Wednesday, April 14th, 2021 via video conference.<\/p>\n
Members Present:
\nReeve: Robert Hanson
\n<\/br>
\nCouncillors: Wilmer Malcolm, Steve Nadolney, Nestor Rizok, Connie Forbes, Arnie Pedersen and Brad Wyatt.
\nCAO Paige Wozny was present and acted as secretary.
\nFinance Officer Kim Paterson was also present.<\/p>\n
1. Call to Order<\/p>\n
The meeting was called to order at 9:30 a.m. by Reeve Robert Hanson, quorum being present.<\/p>\n
2. Adoption of Agenda<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/116
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Arnie Pedersen
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the Agenda for the April 14th, 2021 Regular Meeting of Council be adopted as presented.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
3. Matters Arising from Minutes<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/117
\nMoved By: Stephen Nadolney
\nSeconded By: Nestor Rizok
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the Minutes of the regular meeting of Council held March 24th, 2021 be adopted as presented, all requirements having been complied with.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
4. By-Laws & Policies<\/p>\n
4.1 Asset Management Policy & Strategy<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/118
\nMoved By: Arnie Pedersen
\nSeconded By: Wilmer Malcolm
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby adopt the Asset Management policy and Strategy as per Schedule ‘A’ attached hereto;
\nAND THAT any policies inconsistant herewith be hereby repealed.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
4.2 Financial Plan By-Law<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/119
\nMoved By: Arnie Pedersen
\nSeconded By: Connie Forbes
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT By-Law No. 01\/2021, being the 2021 Financial Plan By-Law of the Rural Municipality of Mountain, be given first reading.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
4.3 Financial Plan By-Law<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/120
\nMoved By: Nestor Rizok
\nSeconded By: Brad Wyatt
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT By-Law No. 01\/2021, being the 2021 Financial Plan By-Law of the Rural Municipality of Mountain, be given second reading.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
4.4 2021 Financial Plan Hearing Presentation: Review<\/p>\n
4.5 Road Opening By-Law [Forsythe Road]<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/121
\nMoved By: Brad Wyatt
\nSeconded By: Nestor Rizok
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT By-Law No. 04\/2021, being a By-Law to open a road within the Rural Municipality of Mountain, be given third and final reading.
\nConnie Forbes – yes
\nRobert Hanson – yes
\nWilmer Malcolm – yes
\nStephen Nadolney – yes
\nArnie Pedersen – yes
\nNestor Rizok – yes
\nBrad Wyatt – yes
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
5. Financial<\/p>\n
5.1 Financial Statements: Review<\/p>\n
5.2 Manitoba Conservation & Climate Fund: Discussion of Potential Projects<\/p>\n
5.3 2020 Beaver Program Report: Review Deadline<\/p>\n
5.4 Direct Deposit: Accounts Payable<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/122
\nMoved By: Stephen Nadolney
\nSeconded By: Wilmer Malcolm
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby approve the quote from Muniware, along with the annual increase in software licence fees, for direct deposit function for Accounts Payable.
\nFor: Against: 7
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
5.5 Property Management – LUD of Mafeking Storage: Tabled<\/p>\n
5.6 Birch River Water Plant Upgrades – Budgeted Overages: Tabled<\/p>\n
5.7 2021 CDI Funds<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/123
\nMoved By: Arnie Pedersen
\nSeconded By: Brad Wyatt
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby authorize the use of CDI Funds to a maximum of $142,500.00 towards the projects described in Schedule ‘A’ attached hereto.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
5.8 Insurance – Birch River Fire Hall: Tabled<\/p>\n
5.9 RM Office Vacuum<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/124
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Nestor Rizok
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby approve the purchase of a new vacuum for the Municipal Office in the amount of $1,650.00.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
5.10 Accounts Payable<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/125
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Wilmer Malcolm
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Cheque Nos.20210316 to 20210400 be approved for payment in the amount of $112,726.02, including Council Indemnities in the amount of $5,072.65 as per By-Law 03\/16 and Direct Deposit Payroll in the amount of $9,982.55 as attached hereto as Schedule \u2018A\u2019;
\nAND FURTHER IT BE RESOLVED THAT the direct payment amount of $6,624.62 for Receiver General for March 2021 be hereby approved.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
6. Personnel<\/p>\n
6.1 Pine River Water Plant Employee<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/126
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Arnie Pedersen
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Moutnain hereby hire Denise Schellenberg as Pine River Water Treatment Plant Operator;
\nAND THAT wages and terms of employment be as stated in Schedule ‘A’ attached hereto.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
6.2 Pine River Public Works Employees: Councillor to Discuss with Employee<\/p>\n
6.3 Birch River Public Works Employees<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/127
\nMoved By: Wilmer Malcolm
\nSeconded By: Nestor Rizok
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Moutnain hereby hire Wolf Donnerstag as Birch River Casual Public Works;
\nAND THAT wages and terms of employment be as stated in Schedule ‘A’ attached hereto.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
7. Ward Reports & Work Orders<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/128
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Wilmer Malcolm
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby approve work orders #17\/2021 attached hereto.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
8. Delegations\/Petitions<\/p>\n
9. Meeting Attendance and Reports<\/p>\n
9.1 CAO Meetings<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/129
\nMoved By: Stephen Nadolney
\nSeconded By: Connie Forbes
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the CAO of the Rural Municipality of Mountain be hereby authorized to attend the joint CAO meetings;
\nAND THAT expenses be allowed for same.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
10. General Business<\/p>\n
10.1 Drainage Applications: Review<\/p>\n
10.2 Burning Ban Procedures: Review<\/p>\n
10.3 Library Roof Tender<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/130
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Brad Wyatt
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby approve the quote from Kendale Roofing for the replacement of the Birch River Library Roof.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
10.4 Waste Disposal<\/p>\n
10.4.1 Seasonal Collection of Materials: Accept Shingles in Mountain South<\/p>\n
10.4.2 Tipping Fees: Review at a Later Date<\/p>\n
10.4.3 Stairs for Bins<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/131
\nMoved By: Arnie Pedersen
\nSeconded By: Connie Forbes
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby approve the purchase of stairs for the Waste Disposal Site Household Bins from Grazier to a maximum of $1000.00.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
10.4.4 Mountain South Waste Closure Work: RFP Once Closure Plans are Approved<\/p>\n
10.5 WSFN Treaty Land Entitlement: Review Concerns<\/p>\n
10.6 Gate Agreement – Chernyk: 30 Day Notice<\/p>\n
10.7 Municipal Service Delivery Improvement Program: No Other Applications<\/p>\n
11. Communications<\/p>\n
11.1 2021 Provincial Budget: Review<\/p>\n
11.1.1 Education Property Tax Rebate: Review<\/p>\n
11.2 Bill 37 – Updates to the Planning Act: Review with The Planning District<\/p>\n
11.3 PTSD Awareness Month<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/132
\nMoved By: Connie Forbes
\nSeconded By: Stephen Nadolney
\nWHEREAS, June has been declared as PTSD Awareness Month each year around the world;
\nAND WHEREAS, for centuries we have recognized post traumatic stress disorder;
\nAND WHEREAS, PTSD can affect all ages, children through to seniors:
\nAND WHEREAS, treatment for PTSD is available;
\nAND WHEREAS, it is up to each of us to know that the PTSD Assessment form is a major tool to seek medical assistance;
\nAND WHEREAS, PTSD Awareness Month urges all to seek help for those who may have PTSD requiring medical assistance;
\nNOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby hereby proclaim June as PTSD Awareness month and encourage the residents of Mountain to actively learn about the PTSD Assessment form written by the Centre for PTSD Research as a tool to assist those affected by PTSD to obtain medical assistance.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n
11.4 LUD of Pine River Minutes: Review<\/p>\n
11.5 Birch River Fire Department Member<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/133
\nMoved By: Arnie Pedersen
\nSeconded By: Brad Wyatt
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain hereby approve the appointment of Shane Ducharme to the Mountain North Fire Department subject to application & probation.
\nFor: Against:<\/p>\n
12. Adjournment<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2021\/134
\nMoved By: Brad Wyatt
\nSeconded By: Nestor Rizok
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the Regular Meeting of Council of the Rural Municipality of Mountain be adjourned to meet again on April 28th, 2021.
\nMeeting adjourned at 12:40 p.m.
\nFor: 7 Against:
\nCARRIED UNANIMOUSLY<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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