HomeMy WebLinkAboutApril 05, 2004 - Special Council COUNCIL BUDGET MEETING MINUTES
THE CORPORATION OF THE
MUNICIPALITY OF BAYHAM
P.O. Box 160,9344 Plank Road
STRAFFORDVILLE, ONTARIO
Monday, April 5,2004
6:00 p.m.
A special budget meeting of the Council of the Municipality of Bayham was held at 6:00 p.m. on
Monday,March 29,2004 in Council Chambers. Present were Mayor Lynn Acre,Deputy Mayor Matt
Schafer Councillors Mark Taylor,Paul Ens and Cliff Evanitski,Administrator Kyle Kruger, Clerk Lynda
Millard and Treasurer Suzanna Mantel.
1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor Lynn Acre called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST & THE GENERAL NATURE
THEREOF None
3. 2004 DRAFT BUDGET
Staff noted that the 2003 OPP reconciliation just received results in additional 2003 policing costs
in the amount of$48,000 that must be added to the 2004 budget. Explanations received indicate
that the additional costs are due to enhanced services. Financing of the additional amount is
recommended from the policing reserve.
It was added that contributions toward the Aylmer and Tillsonburg Arena/Complex have yet to
be considered.
At Council's request, staff explained the proposed borrowing for proposed capital projects,a fire
pumper/tanker and Bayham Drive completion.
Consideration was given to the Municipal Assistance Grant Applications in the amount of$3,450.
Facility and staff support for events/parades were also supported.
Discussion regarding support for the Aylmer and Tillsonburg recreation capital projects resulted
in a general agreement for a total contribution of$10,000 each,per year over a five year period,
provided that no user fees be charged to Bayham users. Suggestion had been made that the
monies be spent locally.
There was also discussion regarding a Study required for the implementation of Development
Charges including a capital forecast for roads, facilities and full cost recovery for sewage and
water works. It was suggested that this should also include an organizational review.
2004-181 Moved by M. Schafer
Seconded by P. Ens
"THAT the Municipality of Baybam contract Clean Harbours to manage a Hazardous
Waste Drop-off Day on Saturday,May 29,2004 at the Public Works Yard."
Disposition: Motion Carried Unanimously
BUDGET MINUTES - 81 - April 5,2004
4. BY-LAW
By-law 2004 -033 A By-law to confirm all actions of Council
2004-182 Moved by M.Taylor
Seconded by M. Schafer
"THAT confirming By-law 2003-033 be read a first,second and third time and finally
passed."
Disposition: Motion Carried Unanimously
5. ADJOURNMENT
2004-183 Moved by P. Ens
Seconded by M. Taylor
"THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:15 p.m."
Disposition: Motion Carried Unanimously
MA OR CLERK
Date Approved: 4J /!;"p V