Regular Council

Woestenenk THAT the following changes be made to April 11, 2022, Regular Council Agenda: Add New Business: 9.3 Watermain Replacement Project

BE IT RESOLVED that Gore Bay Council does not consent to a change in the cost apportionment formula from the current cost apportionment formula as presented by DSSAB.

THAT the Regular Council Minutes of March 14, 2022, is adopted as presented.

THAT the annual Gore Bay Lagoon Waste Water Report 2021 is accepted as presented.

THAT Gore Bay Council approve entering into an agreement with Splash n Go Adventure Park Limited as presented.

THAT the motion received from the City of Port Colborne regarding Proclaiming 2022 as the Year of the Garden is received as information.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the items on April 11, 2022, Regular Council Meeting Consent Agenda are adopted as presented with the exception of item 5.3 Gordon Cemetry Board of Trustee.

Woestenenk WHEREAS Operation Smile has invited communities to declare June 19, 2022, as “The Longest Day of Smiles” to raise awareness and funds to help children born with a cleft pallet access free cleft surgery and care. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council proclaim June 19, 2022, as “The Longest Day of Smiles” in Gore Bay, and Operation smile be so advised

WHEREAS the Public Works & Properties Committee met on March 28th, 2022, and made the following recommendation: THAT the Public Works & Properties Committee recommends to Council that the Municipal Office Roof Tender is awarded to RWS Roofing for the total amount of $38,420.00, as they feel RWS Roofing has proven good value for the municipality for the product and service they deliver. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council approve this recommendation.

WHEREAS the General Government Committee met on March 23, 2022, and made the following recommendation: THAT we recommend to Council an in kind donation is provided to Split Rail and New Grain towards a Manitoulin Food Convention tentatively scheduled on May 28th and the donation comprises of the use of the Gore Bay Community Hall for one day, and any AV equipment required. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council approves this recommendation.

WHEREAS the General Government Committee met on March 23, 2022, and made the following recommendation: THAT we recommend to Council that the Feasibility Study Report on the Gore Bay Marina Expansion Business Case is accepted as presented. THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council approves this recommendation

WHEREAS an amended draft Memorandum of Understanding for the operation of the Meredith Street Vendors Market was circulated to Council to review; AND WHEREAS Staff has further advised to include “Public Health requirements for food vendors are to be followed, and copies of the vendor and organizer permits are supplied to the Town of Gore Bay as per their insurance policy”; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council approves the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding for the Meredith Street Vendors Market as amended; FURTHER, a clause regarding public health measures is included as advised by Staff.

Woestenenk THAT By-law No. 2022-09 Confirmatory By-law receives it's first, second, and third readings and finally passed this 11th day of April 2022.

Woestenenk THAT By-Law 2022-10 Water and Sewer Service Rates receives its first, second, and third readings and finally passed this 11th day of April 2022.

Woestenenk THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council approves entering into a renewal agreement with Bell Canada for the provision of Next Generation 911 Services.

THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT Gore Bay Council approves a review of the current Remuneration By-law 2021-05 and staff provide a recommendation at the next council meeting.

THAT Gore Bay Council enter into Closed Session at 9:24 p.m. to discuss the following: 1. Staff

Woestenenk THAT Gore Bay Council exit closed session at 9:51 p.m. and reenter regular Council session.

THAT Hugh McLaughlin is offered the position of Marina Dock Assistant for the 2022 summer season.

THAT the Harbour Master Assistant Hiring Committee be comprised of Leeanne, Aaron and Pam.

THAT we adjourn at 9:57 p.m. to meet again on Monday, May 9th, 2022.