MEMBERS PRESENT: G. Neely Mayor A. Bazinet Councillor B. Lloyd Councillor. MEMBERS ABSENT: D. Martynyk Councillor D.

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1 VILLAGE OF PORT ALICE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING HELD WEDNESDAY, 26 January, 2011 AT 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: G. Neely Mayor A. Bazinet Councillor B. Lloyd Councillor MEMBERS ABSENT: D. Martynyk Councillor D. Vye Councillor ALSO PRESENT: G. Lind Chief Administrative Officer K. Gervais Director of Operations A. Biniaris Delegation - Telus High Speed Internet S. Audson Spectator K. Jasim Spectator A. Jasim Spectator R. Murray Delegation Oscar Hickes Committee E. Hlavon Spectator C. Anderson Delegation - Oscar Hickes Committee I. Hlavon Spectator B. Thompson Spectator M. LeBrun Delegation RCMP Quarterly Report K. Manning North Island Gazette The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Mayor Neely ADDITIONS/ DELETIONS TO & ADOPTION OF the Agenda: 38/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the January 26, 2011 Agenda be adopted; and further that the following items be added: Additions- Reports: Director of Operations #3) RDMW Request to Lock the Gate at Link River New Business: #1) Alex MacLeod Trust Fund Lion s Park Beautification Project DELEGATIONS: - Oscar Hickes Committee, Cathy Anderson 2011 Hockey Tournament Cathy Anderson was in attendance to request a reduction of ice rental rates for the 2011 Oscar Hickes Hockey Tournament. Mrs. Anderson explained that the Oscar Hickes Committee strives to keep the tournament fees as low as possible so that it continues to be affordable to the many people who enjoy the home coming event. Page 1 of 6

2 Oscar Hickes Ice Rental Rates 39/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Oscar Hickes Committee be granted approval for a fifty percent reduction, therefore $40.00 per hour, in ice rental rates for the 2011 Oscar Hickes Hockey Tournament. Andreas Biniaris Telus High Speed Internet in Port Alice Andreas Biniaris was in attendance to ask for Council s support in approaching Telus to provide high speed internet capabilities to Port Alice. Andreas explained that internet service in our neighbouring communities, Port Hardy and Port McNeill, is much faster than the service in Port Alice. Andreas further stated that high speed internet service is essential for attracting and retaining people in the community. High speed internet service would provide a level of comfort to people moving to the community if they are able to communicate easily with the family and friends they are leaving behind. Telus High Speed Internet Letter of Support 40/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Village of Port Alice send a letter of support to Telus requesting that communication infrastructure be upgraded to allow for high speed internet service in Port Alice, that Andreas discuss the internet upgrades with Brooks Bay Cable; and further that a copy of the letter of support be sent to the group attending this meeting with Andreas, MLA Clare Trevena and MP John Duncan. Corporal Michelle LeBrun 2010 Fourth Quarter Mayor s Report Corporal Michelle LeBrun was in attendance to present the 2010 Fourth Quarter Mayor s Report and to answer any questions. Corporal LeBrun noted that the 2009 crime stats have not been posted yet and suggested that Council could contact the MLA to find out why they have not been released. Corporal LeBrun asked Council to let her know if there are any offences that they would like to see added to the report. Corporal LeBrun reminded Council that volunteers need to have criminal record checks done annually and because the process is taking longer, she suggested that the Village consider having the regular volunteer checks done under a tri port sports umbrella. Corporal LeBrun is very pleased with the volunteer numbers and the work that was done by them at last year s Oscar Hickes Hockey Tournament. Corporal LeBrun recommends that personal beverages not be allowed in the arena during the 2011 tournament. Corporal LeBrun will be bringing a bun wagon to the Village during this year s event and reminded the Committee that she will require the volunteer schedule. Cathy Anderson asked Corporal LeBrun why it took so long for the Oscar Hickes Report to be presented. Corporal LeBrun informed Cathy that the report has more merit being delivered at this time. Page 2 of 6

3 RCMP Fourth Quarter Mayor s Report 41/11 It was duly moved and seconded that Corporate LeBrun s 2010 Fourth Quarter Mayor s Report be accepted as presented. 7:30 p.m. Cathy Anderson and Russ Murray left the meeting. Mayor Neely thanked Corporal LeBrun for her report and informed the guests that this concludes the delegation portion of the meeting. 7:33 p.m. Corporal LeBrun left the meeting. 7:34 p.m. the following guests left the meeting: A. Biniaris Delegation - Telus High Speed Internet S. Audson Spectator K. Jasim Spectator A. Jasim Spectator E. Hlavon Spectator I. Hlavon Spectator MINUTES from Council and Committees of Council 42/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting, held 12 January, 2011 be adopted as circulated. BUSINESS ARISING from Minutes and Meetings-Nil MINUTES from Other Organizations: Nil COMMUNICATIONS Incoming Mail Log 43/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Incoming Mail Log for the period of 10 January, 2011 to 24 January, 2011 be received. Communications Received 44/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the communications from 1. Nanwakolas Council, dated 12 January, 2011, re Nanwakolas Participation in Pacific North Coast Integrated Management Area (PNCIMA) Marine Planning; 2. North Island Gazette and Vancouver Island North Tourism, dated 12 January, 2011, re 2011 Vancouver Island North Visitors Guide; 3. Association of Vancouver Island and Coastal Communities, dated 13 January, 2011, re 2011 Resolutions Deadline; Page 3 of 6

4 4. Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District, dated 13 January, 2011, re Delegation and Presentation from Mr. Patrick N. Marshall, Founder and Economic Developer, Capital EDC Economic Development Company; 5. Canadian Cancer Society, British Columbia and Yukon, dated 23 December, 2010, re Donated Item; 6. Comox Valley Airport, Backlit Advertising Program, dated 19 January, 2011, re Comox Valley Airport Backlit Program ; 7. Heart & Stroke Foundation of BC & Yukon, dated 20 January, 2011, re Smoke-Free Outdoor Public Places; be received and filed. The Owners, Strata Plan II Deferred to Reports Director of Operations 45/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the letter from the The Owners, Strata Plan II, dated 17 January 2011, re Snow Removal on Private Property, be deferred to Reports Director of Operations #2 for discussion. Port Alice Curling Club 7:56 p.m.: Mayor Neely declared herself in conflict. With the absence of Councillors Martynyk and Vye there is no longer a quorum and this item is not discussed. Portside Academy of Performing Arts Dance at the Community Centre 46/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the letter from Portside Academy of Performing Arts, dated 20 January, 2011 regarding dance at the Community Centre, be received; and further that staff send a letter to Portside Academy of Performing Arts thanking them for coming to Port Alice and convey Council s sadness that the Academy is no longer able to offer services in Port Alice. If circumstances change in the future, Council hopes that Portside Academy of Performing Arts may reconsider their decision. Heritage BC Heritage Week February /11 It was duly moved and seconded that Mayor Neely proclaim Heritage Week February th in Port Alice; and further that the Heritage Coordinator be asked if she will assemble a display from the mill archives in celebration of Heritage Week. REPORTS Chief Administrative Officer Election Workshop 48/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Chief Administrative Officer s Report dated 24 January, 2011 be accepted; and further that the Chief Administrative Officer s travel request to attend the 2011 elections Workshop in Nanaimo be approved. Page 4 of 6

5 Director of Operations Disposal of Wood Waste at Angus Dawson Ball Field 49/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Director of Operations report dated 23 January, 2011 be accepted; and further that staff be directed to contract the disposal of wood waste at the Angus Dawson Ball Field to Pacific Wood Waste Inc. for an amount not to exceed $9, plus HST. The Owners, Strata Plan II - Snow Removal Services 50/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the letter from the The Owners, Strata Plan II, dated 17 January 2011, re snow removal on private property, be accepted; and further that, staff send a letter to The Owners, Strata Plan II informing them of the potential new snow removal service coming to the community and suggest that The Owners, Strata Plan II submit a request for proposal for snow removal service. Update: Provision of Snow Removal Services to External Agencies 51/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Director of Operations report dated 23 January, 2011, re Update: Provision of Snow Removal Services to External Agencies, be accepted; and further that staff draft a policy for snow removal services and to be authorized to use wise discretion regarding snow removal, with a fee for service, in other areas such as the Health Clinic, Sea View Activity Centre, etc during the interim. RDMW - Request to Lock Gate at Link River Report Received 52/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Director of Operations report dated 26 January, 2011, re Regional District of Mount Waddington s request to lock the gate at Link River, be accepted. RDMW - Request to Lock Gate at Link River 53/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Village of Port Alice support the Regional District of Mount Waddington s request to lock the gate at Link River during the period of construction at the park, providing this is a short term measure and that a key distribution system for those who wish to use the park be established. If it is the Regional District s intention to continue to lock the gate at Link River after construction, Port Alice Council wishes to be consulted prior to this decision being acted upon. Fire Chief Fire Chief s Monthly Report 54/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Fire Chief s monthly report for December, 2010 be accepted. Page 5 of 6

6 BYLAWS - Nil NEW BUSINESS Village of Port Alice REGULAR COUNCIL Minutes of 26 January, 2011 Alex MacLeod Trust Fund Lions Park Beautification Project 55/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the Village of Port Alice set up a Scotiabank trust fund in memory of Alex MacLeod and to accept donations for the purpose of a beautification project in Lions Park. QUESTION PERIOD Ken Manning: Requested stats on Alex MacLeod be forwarded to him. Did not receive the police stats Councillor Bazinet provided them to him. Beth Thompson Clarification: Beth asked if she could inform people that the Village will be doing snow removal on emergency routes, hospital, school, etc. The Director of Operations asked Beth, with all due respect, if she would please direct any enquiries in this regard to Village Staff. Comment: Heritage: Beth kindly shared that there is a museum behind the airplane hanger in Coal Harbour that is well worth the visit. Adjournment 8:25 p.m. 56/11 It was duly moved and seconded that the meeting adjourn to In-Camera (therefore closed to the public) to deal with the following matter as per section 90 of the Community Charter: [c] labour relations or other employee relations: letter to employee and staff training. [d] the security of the property of the municipality Alarm systems; [g] litigation or potential litigation affecting the municipality: Landslide & Geotechnical Reporting. Certified Correct Chief Administrative Officer Mayor Confirmed this day of, Page 6 of 6