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Town of Cormack, Newfoundland
Minutes of Regular Meeting
December 20, 2007

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Town of Cormack held on Thursday, December 20, 2007 at the Council Office, Cormack.

Present:

Mayor Hewitt
Deputy Mayor Alexander
Councillor Rideout
Councillor Pelley
Councillor Chaffey

Also Present:

Town Clerk Manager, Cynthia Fry
Fire Chief Melvin J. Rideout

CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES

Meeting called to order at 7:50 pm by the Mayor.

Resolution 007-128: Alexander/Pelley
Moved that the Minutes of the November 8, 2007 Regular Meeting be adopted as presented.
5 for, 0 opposed, carried.


| BUSINESS ARISING FROM MINUTES |

A letter of appreciation is to be sent to the Premier for the work being done to improve the road to the park and the new washroom and shower facilities at Sir Richard Squires Memorial Park.

| DELEGATIONS |

Fire Department

1. Paging system needs to be replaced immediately according to the Fire Chief.
2. Drinking water at the fire station has bad odour. Filtration system is needed as was previously approved for replacement.
3. One washroom is enough at the station so the existing second toilet can be removed and the space used for a new water tank.
4. Bay heaters are not working properly.
5. The pick-up truck needs some work done for safety reasons, estimated cost $1200 to $1300. Of immediate concern and should be taken care of are the brake line repairs and a new battery.
6. The inspection has not been carried out on the department's old fire truck since the quote for inspection alone was considered too high.
7. Dry hydrants are not efficient. The area at Middle Rocky and east entrance to Oak Crescent will be cleared and used as a water supply for the fire truck.
8. Fire department wants to prepare ice surface for public use at the old stadium site.
9. Reported that recent fire completely destroyed the Pentecostal Parsonage. The Town of Deer Lake also responded to fire.
10. There is renewed interest in membership and morale is high among members.
11. Siding purchased and stored at Shears should be delivered and stored at Larch Avenue auxiliary building.

| REPORTS |

Administration

- Tax adjustments and write off of accounts

- Increase to the Town's Operating Line of Credit
Resolution 007-129: Alexander/Rideout
Resolved that the Town of Cormack increase its Operating Line of Credit to the amount as allowed under the Municipalities Act and that it be extended into the year 2008.
5 for, 0 opposed, carried.

- Extending Operating Line of Credit into 2008
- Budget 2008 Preparation


Permits and Inspection

Department of Government Services
Final Approval Certificate for sewage system installation, 13 Aspen Avenue.
Final Approval Certificate for sewage system installation, 5 Poplar Crescent.

Recreation

1. Beverage Industry Association of Newfoundland and Labrador - membership renewed for 2008.
2. A cheque in the amount of $500 from the Minister of Tourism Culture Recreation for the purchase of equipment by the Commission.

Resolution 007-130: Rideout/Alexander
Resolved that the town will make its Christmas related donations and bonuses to employees as per previous year 2006.
5 for, 0 opposed, carried.

Great Humber Joint Council


The Town will send its regrets that while there is still work to be completed at the centre, we will postpone our turn at hosting until renovations are completed.


| CORRESPONDENCE |

PEG - advisory on Robb Engineering open-web steel joists and outcome of recent court cases
House of Assembly, Leader of Opposition - congratulations to Councillor Melvin Rideout on 12-year Municipal Service Award from Municipalities NL
Town of Deer Lake - 2008 dump fees will increase by $1,472.07 to the Town of Cormack.



| ACCOUNTS PAYABLE |

- Financial Reports to December 20th copied to each councillor.

Deputy Mayor Alexander left the room (10:35pm) to allow discussion on account payable from A& J Variety.
Resolution 007-131: Pelley/Rideout
That the amount owing to A&J Variety ($57.24) be paid.
4 for, 0 opposed, carried.
Deputy Mayor returned ( 10:40 pm) to table.

Total Accounts Payable presented ($122,384.29 + $4448.85=$126,833.14) broken down as:
Submitted directly to INTRD for payment..............$50,028.80
For Payment from ARDAHC account..................... $49,250.64 + $4448.85 (Need an Electrician) =$53,699.49
Town of Cormack account.......................................$23,104.85
(Including to be repaid to town $34,279.482)

Resolution 007-132: Alexander/Pelley
It is resolved that the accounts presented for payment be paid (not including A& J Variety) as per the breakdown given and as funds allow.
5 for, 0 opposed, carried.



| NEW BUSINESS |


Councillors agreed in principle that a number of the old tables and chairs from the centre can be donated to the Cormack Senior Citizens and to the Anglican Church.


| ADJOURNMENT |


Motion to Adjourn 007-133 Chaffey/Alexander
5 for, carried. Meeting adjourned at 11:00 pm.

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