Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.
What was decided (14 motions)
12 carried, 2 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.
RESOLUTION #2023-21 That the agenda be approved as circulated.
Moved by Councillor B. Newton, seconded by Councillor K. Munnoch
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-22 That the minutes of the Joint Committees of the Whole and Council meeting held February 6, 2023 be approved.
Moved by Councillor M. Breton, seconded by Councillor G. Scherer
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-23 That the recommendations of Committees of the Whole held February 6, 2023 be approved as follows: Finance: 1. that a policy to establish Council/Staff Remuneration annual increases and benefits, including the provision of meals prior to or during meetings and cell phone allowances be developed and presented for review at the Corporate Services Committee for Council approval; 2. to table the Kapuskasing Public Library Annual Municipal Grant as part of the 2023 Municipal Budget exercise. Public Works: 1. to provide an update and recommendation on the Food Cycler Pilot Project. Economic Development, Community Well-Being and Recreation: Page 4 of 6 1. to deny the request from the Centre de Généalogie La Boréale for a financial contribution in the amount of $5,000 as it is contrary to the Municipal Donations Policy.
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin
Carried
In favour (5): Councillor M. Breton, Councillor M. Dinnissen, Councillor B. Newton, Councillor G. Scherer, Mayor D. Plourde · Opposed (2): Councillor G. Fortin, Councillor K. Munnoch
RESOLUTION #2023-24 That a 0% increase in Council Remuneration for the year 2023 be approved. Councillor M. Dinnissen requested a recorded vote. Yay: Councillors M. Dinnissen, Councillor B. Newton, and M. Breton Nay: Councillors G. Fortin, K. Munnoch, G. Scherer and Mayor D. Plourde
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Defeated
In favour (2): Councillor M. Dinnissen, Councillor B. Newton · Opposed (4): Councillor G. Fortin, Councillor K. Munnoch, Councillor G. Scherer, Mayor D. Plourde
RESOLUTION #2023-25 That a 2.5% increase in Council Remuneration for the year 2023 based on a 10-year CPI rolling average be approved. Councillor M. Dinnissen requested a recorded vote. Yay: Councillors G. Fortin, K. Munnoch, G. Scherer and Mayor D. Plourde Nay: Councillors M. Dinnissen, Councillor B. Newton, and M. Breton
Moved by Councillor K. Munnoch, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin
Carried
In favour (4): Councillor G. Fortin, Councillor K. Munnoch, Councillor G. Scherer, Mayor D. Plourde · Opposed (2): Councillor M. Dinnissen, Councillor B. Newton
RESOLUTION #2023-26 To impose a hiring freeze of new full time positions until the 2023 Budget exercise is completed, unless required under a collective agreement. Councillor M. Dinnissen requested a recorded vote. Yay: Councillors M. Dinnissen, B. Newton, M. Breton Nay: Councillors G. Fortin, K. Munnoch, G. Scherer and Mayor D. Plourde
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor M. Breton
Defeated
In favour (0): · Opposed (4): Councillor G. Fortin, Councillor K. Munnoch, Councillor G. Scherer, Mayor D. Plourde
RESOLUTION #2023-27 That the Treasurer be directed to invest $2,500,000 of the municipality's cash on hand in a cashable one-year Variable Rate GIC at (prime minus 1.54%) 5.16% with the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce.
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-28 That the Kapuskasing Drinking Water System Annual and Summary Report for the year 2022 be accepted and approved as presented.
Moved by Councillor M. Breton, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-29 To support a 3 % tax levy increase in addition to utilizing prior year's accumulated surplus in order to present the 2023 Operations Budget for approval at the next Council meeting or thereafter, pending that the public notification requirements are met. Councillor M. Dinnissen requested a recorded vote. Yay: Councillors M. Breton, M. Dinnissen, B. Newton, G. Scherer, Mayor D. Plourde Nay: Councillors G. Fortin, K. Munnoch
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor G. Scherer
Carried
In favour (5): Councillor M. Breton, Councillor M. Dinnissen, Councillor B. Newton, Councillor G. Scherer, Mayor D. Plourde · Opposed (2): Councillor G. Fortin, Councillor K. Munnoch
RESOLUTION #2023-30 That Council move to Closed Session pursuant to Section 239 (2) (c) to consider a matter regarding disposition/acquisition of land including leases of municipal property, and Section 239 (3.1) for the purpose of informing the members of Council regarding salaries and benefits of certain municipal employees.
Moved by Councillor K. Munnoch, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-31 That this Closed Session adjourn at 8:55 p.m.
Moved by Councillor G. Fortin, seconded by Councillor M. Breton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-32 Council met in Closed Session pursuant to Section 239 (2) (c) to consider a matter regarding disposition/acquisition of land including leases of municipal property, and Section 239 (3.1) for the purpose of informing the members of Council regarding salaries and benefits of certain municipal employees, and no resolution emanated from the meeting.
Moved by Councillor K. Munnoch, seconded by Councillor G. Scherer
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-33 That By-Law No. 4524, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of Council be enacted and passed, that the Corporate Seal be affixed thereto, and that the by-law be signed by the Mayor and the Clerk.
Moved by Councillor M. Breton, seconded by Councillor B. Newton
Carried
RESOLUTION #2023-34 That this meeting be adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
Moved by Councillor M. Dinnissen, seconded by Councillor G. Fortin