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The Council of the Town of Swan River met on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 at 7:00 pm in the Town Council Chambers with Mayor Jacobson presiding along with Deputy Mayor Moriaux with Councilors Powell, Bobick, White, McKenzie, and Whyte in attendance. <\/p>\n
Absent with notice: <\/p>\n
Administrative Staff Present: CAO W. Tewnion, CFO T. Gnida, Director of Public Works D. Harvey, Director of Recreation D. Gordon-Broome<\/p>\n
Delegations:
\nMedia: Jeremy Bergen, Star and Times
\nOther Participants: <\/p>\n
1.
\nCall meeting to order
\nMayor Jacobson called the meeting to order at 7:00pm.<\/p>\n
2.
\nAdoption of the Agenda<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0112
\nMoved By: Duane Whyte
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the March 3, 2026, regular meeting of Council be adopted.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
3.
\nApproval of the minutes<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0113
\nMoved By: Tanya Powell
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the minutes for the February 18, 2026, regular meeting of Council be approved.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
4.
\nReception of Delegations and Hearings<\/p>\n
4.1
\nOpen Appeal Hearing 1\/2026 – Rental Bylaw 01\/2016 – 221 5th Ave S – Bring Property into Compliance<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0114
\nMoved By: Duane Whyte
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT this Regular Meeting be adjourned and the Appeal Hearing 01\/2026 be opened.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
4.2
\nClose Appeal Hearing 1\/2026<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0115
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT this Appeal Hearing be closed and the Regular Meeting be re-opened.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
4.3
\nAppeal 1\/2026 – Rental Standard Bylaw 01\/2016 – 221 5th Avenue South<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0116
\nMoved By: Tanya Powell
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Council confirm the order of the designated officer in regard to the appeal hearing 1\/2026.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
5.
\nReception of Petitions<\/p>\n
6.
\nCommunications<\/p>\n
6.1
\nEmail from Deputy Executive Director, Association of Manitoba Municipalities, February 19, 2026 – Future of RCMP Contract Policing<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0117
\nMoved By: Duane Whyte
\nSeconded By: Tanya Powell
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the email dated February 19, 2026, from Nick Krawetz, Deputy Executive Director, Association of Manitoba Municipalities, regarding the future of RCMP contract policing be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
6.2
\nEmail from Federation of Canadian Municipalities, February 20, 2026 – 2026 Annual Conference and Trade Show<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0118
\nMoved By: Tanya Powell
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the email dated February 20, 2026, from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, regarding the 2026 Annual Conference and Trade Show be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
6.3
\nEmail from Cpl. Peinsznski, RCMP, February 23, 2026 – Swan River GIS<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0119
\nMoved By: Ainslie White
\nSeconded By: Duane Whyte
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the email dated February 23, 2026, from Cpl. Juanita Peinsznski, regarding the Swan River GIS be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
6.4
\nLetter and Invoice from Manitoba Municipal and Northern Relations, February 27, 2026 – 2026 Property Assessment Services Levy<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0120
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the letter and invoice from Manitoba Municipal and Northern Relations regarding 2026 Property Assessment Services Levy be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
6.5
\nBulletin from Manitoba Municipal and Northern Relations – Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0121
\nMoved By: Tanya Powell
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Manitoba Municipal and Northern Relations Bulletin #2026-08 regarding Homeowners Affordability Tax Credit 2026 (HATC) be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
7.
\nReports<\/p>\n
7.1
\nChief Administrative Officer’s Report<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0122
\nMoved By: Ainslie White
\nSeconded By: Tanya Powell
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the Chief Administrative Officer’s report be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
7.2
\nDirector of Public Works’ Report<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0123
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: Ainslie White
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the Director of Public Works’ report be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
7.3
\nDirector of Recreation’s Report<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0124
\nMoved By: Ainslie White
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the Director of Recreation’s report be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
7.4
\nOther Reports<\/p>\n
7.4.1
\nChange Report from the Chief Administrative Officer, February 19, 2026 – Bylaw 20\/2025<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0125
\nMoved By: Tanya Powell
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the report dated February 19, 2026, from the Chief Administrative Officer, regarding amendments to proposed Bylaw 20\/2025 be received.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
7.5
\nCouncil Reports<\/p>\n
8.
\nNew Business<\/p>\n
8.1
\nAppoint Acting CAO – Darren Harvey<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0126
\nMoved By: Duane Whyte
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT Darren Harvey, Director of Public Works, is appointed to act in the capacity of Chief Administrative Officer from Friday March 6, 2026, to Friday March 20, 2026, inclusive, and shall assume all responsibilities and authorities of the position during that period.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
9.
\nUnfinished Business<\/p>\n
9.1
\nPurchase Bylaw Truck<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0127
\nMoved By: David Moriaux
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nWHEREAS Council received and reviewed a Decision Report dated February 18, 2026, from the Chief Administrative Officer recommending the purchase of a 2023 Dodge RAM 1500 as the highest ranked proposal resulting from the procurement process; and
\nWHEREAS Council approved the purchase of the identified vehicle from Redline Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Ltd. in the amount of $48,488.28; and
\nWHEREAS the dealership subsequently sold the identified vehicle prior to receiving notification of Council\u2019s approval; and
\nWHEREAS the dealership has addressed the matter by offering a replacement 2023 Dodge RAM 1500 with equivalent specifications, lower mileage, and at a reduced price of $44,558.19; and
\nWHEREAS the vehicle being offered was inspected to the satisfaction of Bylaw Services and the Public Works team, including a certified mechanic, and all support the purchase,
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT, the Town of Swan River proceed with the purchase of the replacement 2023 Dodge RAM 1500 from Redline Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Ltd.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
Councilor Powell abstained from voting<\/p>\n
10.
\nAccounts<\/p>\n
10.1
\nTo Receive Accounts<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0128
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: Tanya Powell
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the following accounts be received:
\n1. Payroll Account Cheques No. P5616 to No. P5618 and Direct Deposit Payments totaling $121,115.89 as listed on Schedule A
\n2. Direct Deposit Payments totaling $26,807.85 as listed on Schedule B.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
10.2
\nTo Approve Accounts<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0129
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: Duane Whyte
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the following accounts be approved for payment:
\n1. General Account Cheques No. 33633 to No. 33664 totaling $47,767.34 as listed on Schedule A
\n2. Direct Deposit Payments totaling $2,183.22 as listed on Schedule B
\nCarried<\/p>\n
10.3
\nTo Add Unpaid Utility Accounts to Taxes<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0130
\nMoved By: Duane Whyte
\nSeconded By: Glen McKenzie
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the unpaid utility accounts listed on Schedule \u201cA\u201d totaling $836.19 be added to the corresponding property tax rolls and notice be sent to each property owner detailing the amount being added to the taxes and advising that interest will accrue on said amount in the same manner as for unpaid property taxes effective April 1st, 2026.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
11.
\nBylaws<\/p>\n
11.1
\nAmendment to and Second Reading of Bylaw 20\/2025 – Maintain and Regulate Unsightly Property<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0131
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: David Moriaux
\nWHEREAS Council has received and reviewed the Chief Administrative Officer\u2019s (CAO) Change Report pertaining to proposed Bylaw 20\/2025; and
\nWHEREAS the CAO\u2019s Change Report recommends minor amendments to the bylaw for clarity, accuracy, and administrative completeness; and
\nWHEREAS Council wishes to incorporate the recommended amendments into the bylaw;
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT the previously read Bylaw 20\/2025 be amended as recommended in the CAO\u2019s Change Report and that the bylaw, as amended, be read a second time.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
11.2
\nSecond Reading of By-Law 18\/2024 Cancel Borrowing Authority<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0132
\nMoved By: Tanya Powell
\nSeconded By: Ainslie White
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT By-Law No. 18\/2024, being a By-Law of The Town of Swan River to cancel authorized borrowing authority, be read a second time.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
12.
\nNotice of Motion<\/p>\n
13.
\nMember Privilege<\/p>\n
14.
\nIn Camera<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0133
\nMoved By: Don Bobick
\nSeconded By: Ainslie White
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to Section 152(3) of the Municipal Act, Council go into Committee and close the meeting to the public.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
15.
\nOut of Camera<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0134
\nMoved By: Ainslie White
\nSeconded By: Tanya Powell
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT, pursuant to Sections 152(4) of the Municipal Act, this meeting be reopened to the public.
\nCarried<\/p>\n
16.
\nItems Arising out of Camera<\/p>\n
17.
\nAdjournment<\/p>\n
Resolution No: 2026-0135
\nMoved By: Glen McKenzie
\nSeconded By: Don Bobick
\nBE IT RESOLVED THAT this regular meeting of Council now adjourn at 9:08pm.
\nCarried<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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