Town of Badger

Minutes of the regular public meeting of the Badger Town Council held

Tuesday, March 12th , 2024 at 6:30pm in Council Chambers.

Members present:	Mayor:	Dennis Butt

Deputy Mayor:	Michelle Noseworthy

Councillors:	Jazmin Eddy

Jessica George

Nicholas Blackwood

Ann Marie Young

Also, present:	Town Clerk/

Manager:	Pansy Hurley

Superintendent of

Works:	Scott Luscombe

Fire Chief:	Gordon White

Absent:	Councillor:	Natasha Beaton

Meeting called to order and chaired by Mayor Butt at 6:30pm

Discussion:

1. Mayor Butt welcomed Mr Scott Luscombe, Superintendent of Works to the meeting. Mr Luscombe presented his report.

The water system is working good.

There is an issue with the lift station on Beothuck Street again which they are working to correct.

They have the plow working on the salt truck. The salt truck was at the garage but they couldn't find the reason why it wasn't starting.

Deputy Mayor Noseworthy said people were complaining about the potholes. The asphalt patching material doesn't work very well with the present weather conditions. Scott

said they were putting material in some areas but it doesn't stay there very long. There are a number of areas that need repair. Discussion was held on keeping the holes near the shoulders of the streets filled in to prevent any further damage.

Scott advised that there was an issue with the transmission on the John Deere loader. They are monitoring the issue.

Councillor George asked about the information on the camera which was discussed at an earlier meeting. Scott said that they haven't been able to get the information to date.

There being no further discussion Mr Luscombe left the meeting at 6:45pm.

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Discussion continued:

2. Mayor Butt welcomed Mr Gordon White, Fire Chief to the meeting. Fire Chief White presented his report.

Fire Chief advised that they have responded to three calls since his last report. There were two medical calls and one garage fire.

Nothing has been done on the room renovations to date. They are still waiting on the permits.

Fire Chief asked about the repairs to fire hydrant on School Road. It was explained that we have the new hydrant and the contractor has been selected to complete the repairs.

Fire Chief asked about replacing four pagers. This would keep their pager system operating well. He said they would probably cost around seven to eight hundred dollars per unit. General discussion held.

There being no further discussion Fire Chief White left the meeting at 6:50pm

Adoption of Minutes:

1. Mayor Butt asked if there were any errors or omissions to the minutes of the regular public meeting of Council held February 13th, 2024 which were circulated with the agenda for tonight's meeting.

Resolution #014-2024 A. Young/M. Noseworthy.

Be it resolved that the minutes of the regular public meeting of Council held February 13th, 2024 be adopted as circulated.

Vote:

In Favor 6: D. Butt; M. Noseworthy; J. Eddy; J. George

N. Blackwood; A. Young.

Opposed 0:

Abstained 0.

MOTION CARRIED.

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Business arising:

1. Discussion on applying for funding to employ students during the Summer. We have submitted applications under provincial and federal government programs similar to last year. We will also submit an application under the Qalipu First Nation YSEP program.

2. Check will be made with the contractor regarding the date to install the fire hydrant on School Road.

Correspondence:

1. Information received from Mr John Thompson regarding sponsorship for the Queen Street Dinner Theatre 2024. Discussion held. Last year we gave one hundred dollar donation, as per our donation policy.

Resolution #015-2024 A. Young/J. Eddy

Be it resolved that a one hundred dollar ($100) donation be given the Queen Street Dinner Theatre 2024.

Vote:

In Favor 6: D. Butt; M. Noseworthy; J. Eddy; J. George

N. Blackwood; A. Young

Opposed 0:

Abstained 0.

MOTION CARRIED.

2. Information received from Robyn Daye regarding the Exploits Family Care Team. They would like to have a "Wellness Fair" in the community. This would give residents an opportunity to meet the team and help them register for Patient Connect. General Discussion. Ms Daye will be contacted regarding a date for the "Wellness Fair".

3. Complaint was received from resident on Church Road that their neighbor was plowing snow across the road and damaging their property. Residents plowing snow across town streets has been an ongoing problem. Residents who do this are responsible for any damages caused by their actions. Letter will be written to the resident involved and a copy of the letter will be sent to the complainant.

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Correspondence continued:

4. Information received regarding nominations to the Newfoundland and Labrador Hockey Hall of Fame. Requests have been made that nomination form should be submitted for the late Hubert Hollett. Mayor Butt said that he made some calls and nominations are not open until May. It was felt that a committee should be formed to deal with any nominations. General discussion held. Mayor will follow up Badger Sports and Recreation regarding the matter.

5. The jacket we were looking at purchasing at the last meeting it not available and the Company sent a replacement. This jacket is not suitable for Council's requirements. Town Clerk/Manager will check with other Companies for jackets and hoodies.

Finances:

1. Town Clerk/Manager presented the accounts payable journal dated March 12th, 2024 in the amount of $44,326.36 for distribution as presented. Discussion held.

Resolution #016-2024 N. Blackwood/J. Eddy

Be it resolved that Council approve the accounts payable journal dated March 12th, 2024 in the amount of $44,326.36 for distribution as presented.

Vote:

In Favor 6: D. Butt; M. Noseworthy; J. Eddy; J. George

N. Blackwood; A. Young.

Opposed 0;

Abstained 0.

MOTION CARRIED.

2. Reimbursement of Petty Cash. Discussion held.

Resolution #017-2024 N. Blackwood/J. Eddy

Be it resolved that Petty Cash be reimbursed by $79.30 (office exp $74.05; misc exp $5.25)

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Other Business:

1. Deputy Mayor Noseworthy said that a lot of people have approached her suggesting that we rename the stadium in honor of the late Hubert Hollett. Similar responses were received on the Town's FaceBook page. Mr Hollett was very involved with the Badger Bombers and the Stadium. All present agreed with the suggestion. Mayor Butt and Deputy Mayor Noseworthy will work with Mr Hollett's family on this issue.

2. Discussion on an email received from Stephanie Butler from Avoca Collegiate regarding the Blue Jay's Care Program and the "All-Star Series" Grant which she has been working on. Avoca will receive one thousand dollars ($1,000) to host a jamboree party for students who have been participating in the program. The Schools involved are Avoca Collegiate, Woodland Primary & Twillingate Island Elementary and the party will be in Grand Falls-
Windsor. Even though they have some funding they are looking for a donation of prizes or food. Discussion held.

Resolution #018-2024 J. Eddy-J. George

Be it resolved that Council donation one hundred dollars ($100) to Avoca Collegiate for their Blue Jay's Care Program event.

Vote:

In Favor 6: D. Butt; M. Noseworthy; J. Eddy; J. George

N. Blackwood; A. Young.

Opposed 0:

Abstained 0.

MOTION CARRIED.

3. Councillor George said that during the last wind storm the Eastlink small storage building on River Road received a lot of damage. Check will be made with Eastlink regarding the matter.

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Adjournment:

Resolution #019-2024 J. Eddy/A. Young

Be it resolved that there being no further discussion Council will now adjourn to meet again on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024 at 6:30pm in Council Chambers.

Vote:

In Favor 6: D. Butt; M. Noseworthy; J. Eddy; J. George

N. Blackwood; A, Young.

Opposed 0:

Abstained 0.

MOTION CARRIED.

Meeting adjourned at 7:40pm

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Mayor

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Town Clerk/Manager