Council Meeting

THAT the draft agenda presented to Council and dated the 11th day of June, 2019 be hereby adopted as circulated.

THAT the minutes of the Special Meetings held May 28th, May 30th and the Regular Meeting of May 28th, 2019 be adopted as circulated.

THAT Council of the Municipality of East Ferris accepts the recommendation from the Fire Chief contained in Report No. Fire Department-2019-01 and enter into an agreement with Trans Canada Safety to supply Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and accessories as outlined in RFP EFFD-2019-01; AND FURTHER that Council enters into a 5-year service agreement for annual testing of SCBAs.

THAT Council for the Municipality of East Ferris accepts the 2018 Fire Department Activity Report for the East Ferris Fire Department as outlined in the Fire Chief's Information Report No. Fire Department-2019-02.

THAT By-law No. 2019-22 being a By-law to establish fees and charges for services or use of Municipal Property be read a third time and passed this 11th, day of June, 2019; AND THAT said By-Law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk, and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following By-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to amend By-law No. 1284 as amended (Nosbonsing Park Subdivision), BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2019-24; And THAT said By-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following By-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to set Tax Ratios for the Municipality of East Ferris for the year 2019, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2019-25; And THAT said By-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following By-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to adopt the estimates of all sums required during the year and to provide adoption of Tax Rates for 2019, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2019-26; And THAT said By-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following By-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to close and convey a Part of the Road Allowance for Village Road, adjacent to 1778 Village Road, described as Part of the Road Allowance between Lots 19 and 20, Concession 1, Township of East Ferris, District of Nipissing, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2019-28; And THAT said By-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following By-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to amend By-law No. 2019-03 a By-law to govern the proceedings of the Council, Local Boards and Committees of either, the conduct of its members, the calling of the meetings and to establish rules of order, be read a third time, passed and numbered 2019-29; And THAT said By-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

THAT Council acknowledge the correspondence as circulated with the agenda and dated the 11th of June, 2019.

WHEREAS there is a vacancy on the Economic Development Committee; AND WHEREAS applications have been received from Mr. Rod Clouthier and Mr. Phil Koning to fill the vacancy; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Council accepts Mr. Clouthier's and Mr. Koning's applications to sit on the Economic Development Committee and that both Mr. Clouthier and Mr. Koning be advised accordingly.

AMENDMENT - CLIMATE CHANGE MOTION PREPARED BY COUNCILLOR KELLY That the Motion regarding Climate Change be amended as follows: 1. The following three paragraphs be deleted: WHEREAS an emergency can be defined as “an often dangerous situation requiring immediate action”; WHEREAS Municipalities such as Sudbury, West Nipissing, Ottawa, London, Kingston, Burlington, St. Catherines, Halton Hills, Vancouver and Hamilton have already declared climate emergencies; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Municipality of East Ferris, officially declare a climate emergency for the purposes of naming, framing, and deepening our commitment to protecting our economy, our eco systems, and our community from climate change. 2. The following paragraphs be inserted: WHEREAS the Municipality of East Ferris views ensuring the health and survival of Mother Earth as essential, it is opting for a resolution that enables actions to combat climate change that are within its control versus passing a resolution that many municipalities have

WHEREAS Seniors’ Month is an annual province-wide celebration; AND WHEREAS seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community; AND WHEREAS seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community; AND WHEREAS their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told; AND WHEREAS the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest of all and further adds to the health and well-being of the community; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that the Council of the Municipality of East Ferris proclaim June 1-30, 2019 Seniors’ Month in the Municipality and encourage all citizens to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our seniors.

THAT Council approve the general accounts for the Municipality of East Ferris as indicated in the cheque register(s) dated June 11th, 2019 in the amount of $303,362.57.

WHEREAS Council for the Municipality of East Ferris deems it expedient to pass three readings of the following By-law at this session; BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT a By-law to confirm the proceedings of Council from May 28th, 2019 to June 11th, 2019, BE READ a first, second and third time, passed and numbered 2019-27; AND THAT said By-law be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and sealed with the Seal of the Corporation.

THAT we do now adjourn at 7:55 p.m. and meet again on June 25th, 2019.