Fernie Council Meeting May 16, 2012
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) Intention to Dispose of City Property
Council approved the Lease Agreement between the City of Fernie and the Fernie Creative Minds Preschool, for a portion of Max Turyk Community Centre comprising 753.47 square feet (Room 122). The term for the Agreement is from September 1st, 2012 to October 31, 2013 and with a specified monthly lease payment of $627.47.
2) Council authorized the Director of Leisure Services to advertise Council’s intention to dispose of City property via a Lease Agreement with the Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy, during the time period from July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013 with an option to renew, with specified monthly lease payment of $440.69, in accordance with the requirements of the Community Charter.
After the requisite advertising, the Lease will return to Council for consideration of approval.
3) Regional District of East Kootenay Bylaw No. 2372 Referral
Council recommended approval of the above noted bylaw which proposes to amend the RDEK – Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 829, 1990 by redesignating a part of the subject property from RR-60 Rural Resource Zone to RR-8 Rural Residential (Country) Zone.
The 29.2 hectare portion of property in question is located in the RDEK immediately northeast of the proposed “Ridgemont Meadows” property in the City of Fernie and east of the Canadian Pacific Railway right-of-way and the Letcher properties. The property is located outside of the Agricultural Land Reserve.
4) 25th Annual Muscular Dystrophy Canada – Hamburger Days
Council authorized the Fernie Fire Fighters to hold the annual Hamburger Days on Friday, June 22, 2012 at the Fire Hall, with all proceeds going to Muscular Dystrophy Canada.
Come on out and show your support!
5) Bylaw No. 2184 cited as 2012 – 2016 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2184 and Bylaw No. 2185 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2185 were adopted.
The 2012 – 2016 Financial Plan Bylaw is the culmination of a comprehensive and consultative budget process that began in the fall of 2011. The budget process is the mechanism for determining the revenue requirements and resource allocations that ultimately inform the decision on municipal tax rates.
The revenues and expenditures summarized in the 2012-2016 Financial Plan Bylaw have been set with the objective of maintaining a fair, equitable and stable level of tax collection that will allow the municipality to continue to provide a high level of quality services to the tax payer.
6) Fernie Memorial Arena – Evaporative Condenser Replacement
Council awarded the replacement of the Evaporative Condenser for the Fernie Memorial Arena to STARTEC Refrigeration for the contract price of $69,939.82 with the balance $13,439.82 to be funded from the General Capital Reserve. The Evaporative Condenser is a key component of the refrigeration plant at the Fernie Memorial Arena.
7) Acting Mayor Appointments
Council approved the following revised Acting Mayor Appointments for the remainder of 2012:
May – June Councillor Warshawsky
July – August Councillor McSkimming
September – October Councillor Ripley
November – December Councillor Macnair
Fernie Council Meeting April 26, 2012
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) Rod and Gun Club Annual Fundraiser and Banquet
Council approved a funding request for the Fernie Rod and Gun Club in the amount of $1314.51 for support of their annual fundraiser and banquet to be held on Saturday, May 5, 2012 at the Fernie Memorial Arena.
The funding support will be provided from the Cultural and Heritage Tourism Development and Festivals component of the 2012 – 2016 Resort Development Strategy.
The event will bring approximately 200 out of town visitors to Fernie providing a definite boost to our local economy.
2) Intention to Dispose of City Property
Council authorized the Director of Leisure Services to advertise Council’s intention to dispose of City property via a Lease Agreement with the Fernie Creative Minds Preschool from September 1, 2012 to August 31, 2013.
The consideration to be received by the City for the proposed Lease is the sum of $7,534.68
This proposal is for an additional classroom in Mountview Centre (former Max Turyk School) located across the hall from the existing space they are currently renting.
After the requisite advertising, the Lease will return to Council for consideration of approval.
3) Elk Valley Society for Community Living – Summer Program for Children with Special Needs
Council approved a Grant in Aid to the Society for the Summer Program in the amount of $6500 to assist with the cost of running the program. This funding will be put towards the cost of renting space in the Mountview Centre and to help with admission costs for various programs offered at the Fernie Aquatic Centre.
4) Agreement between the City of Fernie and the Whistler Centre for Sustainability Society – Update the City of Fernie Official Community Plan. (OCP)
Council authorized the execution of the above noted Agreement to update the City of Fernie OCP.
This Agreement is in accordance with the City of Fernie OCP Update Work plan, with a fixed total budget for the Update set at $168,680.51 which includes HST and a 4% project management and contingency fee.
The Update will align the OCP with the City’s recently completed Integrated Community Sustainability Plan and integrate Smart Growth principles into the OCP. It will also include: an employment lands strategy; an updated OCP implementation framework coordinated with ICSP action planning; and a sustainable development checklist.
5) Allocation of Columbia Basin Trust Funds – Fernie 2012/2013
On April 11, 2012 Council heard presentations from community groups applying for funding under the Columbia Basin Trust Community Initiatives and Affected Areas program. At the Regular Meeting held April 23, 2012, Council ratified its funding allocations and recommended the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) endorse the funding levels as allocated by Council.
This recommendation has been forwarded to the RDEK for the Boards consideration. The Board will make the final funding decision at their June 8, 2012 Meeting
The recommendation endorsed by Council was as follows:
Organization /Project Area Funding
BC SPCA East Kootenay Branch – Companion Animal Spay & Neuter $1500.00
Canadian Red Cross Society – Beyond the Hurt $2875.00
Columbia Basin Institute of Regional History – A Legacy of Learning $2500.00
Community Connections Society of Southeast BC – Breastfeeding Mamas $2500.00
District of Sparwood – Ghostrider Adventure Camp $1200.00
East Kootenay Brain Injury Association – Moving Forward $2000.00
Elk Valley Critical Incident Response Team $0.00
Elk Valley Family Society – Second Hand Store $0.00
Elk Valley Society for Community Living – Summer Program for Children with Special Needs $3000.00
Fernie and District Arts Council
- Fernie Art and Culture Walk $2500.00
- Reel Canadian Film Festival $3000.00
Fernie and District Historical Society – Fernie Museum –
Satellite Exhibit Project $3000.00
Fernie Elks Lodge #81 – Fernie Rod and Gun Club Youth Archery Program (Sponsoring: Fernie Rod and Gun Club) $7000.00
Fernie Heritage Cemetery Restoration Society – Fernie Heritage Cemetery Restoration $1500.00
Fernie Pets Society – Fernie Dog Recreation Park (Phase 1) $5000.00
Fernie Trail Alliance – Fairy Creek/Mount Proctor Revitalization $5000.00
Fernie Women’s Resource and Drop In Centre – Little Sprouts Gardening Program $2000.00
Fernie Writers Conference Society – The Fernie Writers Conference $2000.00
Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC – Kootenay Trout Hatchery Educational & Interpretive Programs
$0.00
Horse Association of Central Kootenay – Hot August Hooves Trophy Show
$0.00
I.D.E.A.L. (Institute for the Development of Education, Arts and Leisure) Society – Establishment of the “IDEAL Free Clinic” $2000.00
Kootenay Columbia Caregivers Association – Take my Hand $0.00
Rockies Institute – Project Gateway $4000.00
Wapiti Music Festival Society – Wapiti Fernie’s Music Festival $6560.07
Wapiti Ski Hill – Equipment Storage Pole Shed $0.00
Wildsight – Elk Valley Branch – Water Wonders Workshop for Youth $100.00
Total Allocated 59,235.07
6) Bylaw No. 2184 cited as 2012-2016 Five Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 2184 and Bylaw No. 2185, cited as 2012 Tax Rates Bylaw No. 2185 received first three readings from Council and will come back for consideration of adoption at the May 14th, 2012 Regular Meeting.
Further information regarding these bylaws can be found on the City Website at www.fernie.ca under Finance.
7) Telus Corporation
Council reviewed the April 19, 2012 letter from the Telus Corporation re: Telus investing $205,000 in Fernie in 2012 and will be extending an invitation to Mr. Steve Jenkins, General Manager with Telus to attend an upcoming Committee of the Whole Meeting to discuss Telus Service and redundancy plans for service continuity in the Fernie and Elk Valley area.
Fernie Council Meeting February 19, 2012
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) 2012 Griz Days Partnering Agreement with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce
Council approved the partnering agreement with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce for the provision of municipal services, being the hosting of the 35th Annual Griz Days Festival. The City will provide the Chamber of Commerce the sum of $10,000 to host Festival from March 2 – 4, 2012.
Council also approved the Chamber of Commerce Special Occasion Liquor License Application to host a beer garden at the intersection of 6th St and 1st Ave. on Friday, March 2 from 6:00 – 10:00 pm and again on Saturday, March 3 from 7:00 – 10:00 pm.
2) Appointments to Fill Vacancies on Civic Agencies
Council considered the new expressions of interest received and appointed the following to the committees:
a) Green House Gas Emission Reduction Committee: Mr. Mr. Aaron Goos
b) Official Community Plan Implementation Committee:
Mr. Simon Howse, Mr. Kevin McIsaac and Mr. Keith Liggett
3) Columbia Basin Trust Funding Sub-Region Initiative
Mayor and Council will be extending an invitation to the Districts of Sparwood and Elkford and the Area A Director for the Regional District of East Kootenay to discuss a new funding opportunity available from the Columbia Basin Trust (CBT) intended to sustain and develop successful, healthy communities in the Elk Valley. Forming the funding sub-region will prove beneficial to all our communities. In addition, the group will discuss physician recruitment and retention for the Elk Valley and the 2016 or 2018 BC Winter or Summer Games Bid opportunities.
4) Fernie Rod and Gun Wigwam Flats Wildlife Habitat Enhancement Project
The Fernie Rod and Gun Club recently completed a conservation project to enhance “Class I” winter range feeding area on the Wigwam Flats. The project won a provincial award and is now nominated for a National Award.
Council will be forwarding a congratulatory letter of thanks and support to the Club on the completion of the project and on being nominated for the National Award.
Fernie Council Meeting January 11, 2012
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) Partnering Agreement with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce for 2012 Griz Days Festival
The Chamber of Commerce is interested in hosting the annual 2012 Griz Days Festival and has submitted a letter of interest and has requested that the City provide funding support in the amount of $10,000 for the event.
Council authorized notice of its intention to provide assistance to the Chamber of Commerce. The Partnering Agreement will come back for Council’s consideration after requisite notice has been completed.
2) 2012 Discretionary Grant Recommendations
Council approved the following discretionary grant recommendations proposed by the Discretionary Grants Committee for the 2012 Budget Year.
Athletic / Educational/ Community Group 2012
Request 2012 Recommendation
Community Eco Garden $1,000 $500
Earth Week Fernie $1,000 $1,000
Elk Valley Society for Community Living $6,500 - 0
Fernie Heritage Cemetery Restoration Society $2,500 $800
Fernie Kid’s Club Society $5,000 $500
Fernie Mountain Bike Club $5,000 $1,200
Fernie Rod & Gun Club $5,000 $1,200
Fernie Skating Club $2,000 -
Fernie Snowmobile Association $4,000 - $0
Ghostrider Adventure Camp $800 $800
OPT BC $1,300 $1,300
Salvation Army Food Bank $1,500 $1,500
Wildsight Elk Valley Branch $5,000 $1,000
Total – Athletic / Educational / Community Group $40,600 $9,800
Economic Development & Tourism 2012 Request 2012 Recommendation
Fernie Mountain Film Festival Society $1,000 $800
Fernie Mountain Market $1,000 $1,000
Reel Canadian Film Festival $2,000 $1,000
Total Economic Development & Tourism $4,000 $2,800
Total Discretionary Grants $44,600 $12,600
3) Lease Agreements
Council approved the following lease agreements (clauses of which include, but are not limited to the following:
a) Fernie Curling Club
2011/2012 Season – $6000 plus GST (5 months @ $1200.00/month)
The City will operate the facility during the non-curling season (March 16 – October 14) which will allow the – City to rent out the space for public events.
- The Curling Club will operate the facility during the curling season which is (October 15 – March 15)
b) Fernie Ghostriders Junior Hockey Club Lease Agreement
The Fernie Ghostriders lease a space within the Fernie Memorial Arena for the purpose of hosting Club operations including change room, team and equipment room area. Lease agreement clauses include, but are not limited to:
- A lease term from December 1, 2011 to November 30, 2012
- Rent of $1.00 payable on or before the first day of December, 2011.
c) Fernie Skating Club Lease Agreement
The Fernie Skating Club leases a space within the Fernie Memorial Area for the purpose of hosting Club operations including equipment storage, change room and administrative offices. Lease clauses include, but are not limited to:
- A lease term from December 1, 2011 to November 30, 2012
- Rent of $1.00 payable on or before the first day of December, 2011.
4) Bylaws
Council adopted Bylaw No. 2127, cited as Pesticide Use Control Bylaw No. 2093, 2010, Amendment Bylaw No. 1, 2011.
This bylaw amends Bylaw No. 2093 by incorporating language to improve clarity and certainty with respect to the control of noxious weeds and invasive plants and the ability to use pesticides or herbicides to manage identified noxious weeds and invasive plants. The bylaw amendment provides the municipality and other property owners with clear definitions as to which plants are considered noxious and invasive in order that they are managed effectively in the community.
5) Waive Building Permit Fees
Council agreed to provide a grant – in aid to the Fernie Women’s Centre in response to their request to have building permit fees waived for renovations to create a barrier free programming space in their existing garage.
6) Physician Shortage in Elk Valley
In response to a letter from Interior Health – Sparwood Health Centre physicians regarding physician shortages in Elkford and Sparwood, Council authorized that a letter be sent to Interior Health in support of ensuring that a strong physician compliment be maintained throughout the Elk Valley region.
Fernie Council Meeting December 21, 2011
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) Lease Agreements
Council authorized their intention to dispose of portions of various City properties via Lease Agreements with the Fernie Skating Club, Fernie Curling Club and the Fernie Ghostriders Junior Hockey Club. The Agreements will come back for Council’s consideration after requisite notice has been completed.
2) Arena Liquor License
Council approved the Arena Liquor License Agreement authorizing the Fernie Ghostriders Junior Hockey Club to dispense and sell beer and wine from a specified location within the Fernie Memorial Arena in accordance with a Class E Stadium Liquor License.
3) Max Turyk Soccer Field Development
Council approved the grant application for the Max Turyk Soccer Fields to the Province of BC Community Recreation Program.
The redevelopment of Max Turyk Soccer Fields is identified in the City’s 2011-2015 Financial Plan. The project includes realigning the current field to allow for a second field to be developed at the same location. If successful with the grant application, the Community Recreation Program will contribute up to 80% of the project cost.
Fernie Council Meeting September 20, 2011
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) Baynes Lake Columbia River Treaty Information Sessions
Columbia Basin Trust (BCT) will be co-hosting 10 Columbia River Treaty (CRT) information sessions in various communities across the Columbia Basin this fall to increase Basin Residents awareness and understanding of the CRT.
The Open House and Information session to be held near Fernie will be at:
Location: Baynes Lake – Jaffray Hall /
Jaffray Village Loop
Date: Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Time: 2:00 – 7:00 p.m. with a
Free BBQ from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. and
Presentation from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
2) Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy
Councillor Macnair confirmed participation and his planned attendance to attend a Community Literacy Advisory Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 4, at 3:00 p.m. at the Sparwood Public Library.
3) Safety Concerns for Motorists and Pedestrians on Highway #3 – Fernie and Area
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure responded to Council’s July 28th letter outlining safety concerns on Highway #3 in the Fernie Area.
Council requested staff to forward the Ministry’s letter to Mr. Simon Piney, a local resident and further, to Mr. Mike Sosnowski, Area A, Director with the Regional District of East Kootenay for information.
4) Fernie Chamber of Commerce – Campsite Facility
A letter from the Manager of the Fernie Chamber of Commerce regarding the need for a year round camping facility in the Fernie area was addressed and will be forwarded to the Regional District of East Kootenay, the Leisure Services Advisory Board and the Forever Fernie Community Sustainability Action Team for comment.
5) Regular Meeting of Council and Committee of the Whole meetings scheduled for Monday, September 26th, have been cancelled in order that the Mayor and members of Council be able to attend the 2011 UBCM Conference.
Fernie Council Meeting August 29, 2011
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1. Max Turyk Lease Amendments
Council approved to amend the term of two disposals (leases) for a period of 1 year commencing on August 1, 2011, with a right of renewal for 3 additional one year terms for the following rental rates:
Fernie Creative Minds Preschool – $8,906.90 per year
Creative Energy Arts Factory – $7,346.40 per year
These two long term tenants “Creative Energy Arts Factory” and the “Creative Minds Pre-School” have occupied space in the old Max Turyk School since 2009.
If you are interested in renting space in this facility, contact Sharon Switzer or Allan Knibbs at the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250 423-4466.
2. AGM for Municipal Insurance Association of BC
Councillor Macnair was designated as first alternate and Councillor Giuliano the second alternate authorized to vote at the upcoming Municipal Insurance Association of British Columbia Annual General Meeting.
3. Greenhouse Gas Emission Committee
Council approved a budget of $7800.00 to establish a community resource centre, containing resources on energy efficiency, to be housed at the Fernie Heritage Library.
This resource centre will provide members of the community access to resources to help them become more energy efficient and link community members to available grants and provide an opportunity to learn about other energy efficient programs.
4. Lions Club Special Occasion Liquor Application – 2011 Demolition Derby
Council approved the Special Occasion Liquor License application for the Fernie Lion’s Club to operate a beer garden on September 4, 2011 from 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm at the Fernie Rodeo Grounds subject to proof of comprehensive general liability insurance.
Fernie Council Meeting August 11, 2011
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1) Application for Permanent Change to a Liquor Licence – Raging Elk International Hostel and Kodiak Lounge Ltd. – 892 6th Avenue
After considering the views of residents set out in written submissions, a petition and presentations made by residents and the applicant, Council did not recommend the amendment of the licence for the above noted application to allow for closing at 2:00 a.m. six days per week. Council did recommend approval of a licence amendment to allow for earlier opening hours at 11:00 a.m. instead of 4:00 p.m. as provided for under the current licence.
2) BC Liquor Control and Licensing Branch
Council will be forwarding a letter to the BC Liquor Control and Licensing Branch, the MLA for the area, and other municipalities in the Resort Municipality Initiative outlining the challenges faced by municipalities and the need for additional tools to provide greater flexibility for both licence approval and revocation.
3) KM Fight Group Inc – Mixed Martial Arts in Fernie
After careful consideration Council agreed to forward a letter to KM Fight Group Inc. acknowledging receipt of their request and informing them that the City of Fernie is unable to approve their request as Council feels there is a lack of expertise and resources in the community at this time to ensure a safe, effectively governed entertainment event and further, that the City needs assistance from a provincial body, qualified to comment on regulations required to host such events.
4) Federation of Canadian Municipalities – Municipal Campaign Training Workshop for Women.
Council authorized Mayor Corrigan to attend the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Workshop: Increasing Women’s Participation in Municipal Government which will take place in Nelson on
August 27-28, 2011.
5) Fernie Secondary School – 2011 Challenge Days
Council approved a discretionary grant of $500.00, to be funded from the 2011 Discretionary Grants budget, to Fernie Secondary School to assist with hosting the 2011 Challenge Days activities and further, that the application received from Fernie Secondary School be forwarded for consideration by the Discretionary Grants Committee during 2012 grant deliberations.
6) Wapiti Music Festival – August 19 – 20, 2011
Council approved the Special Occasion Liquor Licence Application submitted by the Fernie Mountain Music Festival Society to operation a beer and wine tent in an
enclosed area of Annex Park, Fernie, BC on August 19, 2011 from 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. and on August 20, 2011 from 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. as part of the Wapiti Music Festival subject to receipt of comprehensive general liability insurance, and further;
The City will provide assistance including grass cutting in Annex Park and the adjacent parking area (11th street) prior to August 19, 2011, access to potable water, barricades, garbage barrels and tables subject to availability of personnel and equipment.
The Festival will take place in the Annex Park from Thursday, August 18 – Sunday, August 21, 2011
Fernie Council Meeting August 2, 2011
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1. Partnering Agreement with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce – Victoria Avenue Initiative and Sunday Downtown Socials
Council approved the partnering agreement with the Fernie Chamber of Commerce for the provision of municipal services in the amount of $10,000 to host the summer downtown festivities. Events such as a night market, street theatre, music and a trunk treasure sale are some of the events planned for the summer. For further information contact the Chamber of Commerce at 250 423-6868 or info@ferniechamber.com or www.ferniechamber.com
2. Max Turyk Lease Amendments
Currently there are two long term tenants “Creative Energy Arts Factory” and the “Creative Minds Pre-School” who have occupied space in the old Max Turyk School since 2009. Council authorized notice of their intention to amend the terms of a disposal (lease) for these two groups for a period of 1 year commencing on August 1, 2011, with a right of renewal for 3 additional one year terms for the following rental rate:
Fernie Creative Minds Preschool – $8,906.90 per year
Creative Energy Arts Factory – $7,346.40 per year
If you are interested in renting space in this facility, contact Sharon Switzer or Allan Knibbs at the Fernie Aquatic Centre at 250 423-4466.
3) Regional District of East Kootenay Bylaw No. 2326 Referral Electoral Area A – Miscellaneous Amendments – Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 829, 1990
Miscellaneous amendments to the Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw were identified as a priority project in the RDEK Planning and Development Services 2011 work plan. The above noted bylaw amends a number of the regulations contained in the Elk Valley Zoning Bylaw No. 829. A complete summary of the proposed changes can be viewed at City Hall during normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.
4) Banning Cosmetic Chemical Pesticides
The Canadian Cancer Society, BC & Yukon Division is working on a provincial campaign to ban the use and sale of cosmetic chemical lawns and garden pesticides, which included herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
Council will be forwarding a letter to the Province in support of this ban.
5) Fernie Mountain Bike Club
Council approved a funding request from the Fernie Mountain Bike Club in the amount of $2000 to be funded from the Resort Municipality Initiative – Cultural and Heritage Tourism and Festivals Program towards the “Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam” event to be held Saturday, August 20, 2011 behind the Fernie Aquatic Centre.
Fernie Council Meeting July 18, 2011
Posted by admin in : Fernie Council Meeting , add a comment1. UBCM Strategic Wildfire Prevention Operational Fuel Treatment Program
In 2010 the Tri-Regional Districts applied for and received funding through the Federal Job Opportunities program (JOP) to undertake fuel treatment programs throughout the Kootenays. Fernie was slated to undertake their program this past spring but just as work was to begin the program was cancelled due to a funding shortfall.
Council endorsed the grant application for the UBCM Strategic Wildfire Prevention Operational Fuel Treatment Program and committed to the necessary program management and related reporting requirements.
If the application is approved, Council also approved that B.A. Blackwell and Associates be awarded a contract to manage and oversee the treatment program including writing a Request for Proposal, selecting the successful candidate, ensuring the work is completed according to the fuel prescription and writing a final report for UBCM. The prescriptions and area mapping to be used were completed under the former grant process. If this application is successful these funds would be used to treat the 10.2 hectares of forested Municipal land identified in the Ridgemont Area.
2. Fernie Writers Conference – Special Occasion Liquor Licence Application
Council authorized the application put forward by the Fernie Writers Conference to operate a cash bar selling beer and wine at the Opening Reception to be held at the Fernie Heritage Library on Sunday, July 17 from 5:30 –
8:30 p.m. subject to City receiving revised certificate of insurance by July 15.
3. Victoria Avenue Initiative – Wednesday Socials &
Special Occasion Liquor Licence Application
Council authorized the application put forward by the above noted group to operate a beer garden on July 20, August 3, August 17 and August 31, 2011 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. subject to proof of comprehensive general liability insurance.
4. Letter to Highway 3 Mayors and Chairs Committee
Council will be forwarding a letter to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure detailing specific safety concerns on Highway 3 at Dicken Road, Vanlerberg Road, Lizard Creek Bridge and the Fairy Creek Bridge.
Council is requesting that MOT take actions to resolve the dangerous conditions at these sites along Highway 3.