Present: Mayor Gordon Dale

Councilor Ken Case

Councilor Paul McCaig

Councilor Greg McCune

Councilor Sue Phillips

Councilor Dee Wejr

Superintendent of Public Works & Acting Administrator Alf Soros Recording Secretary Bettyann Kennedy

The Press & Public

Susan Kikcio

Re: Wildflower Mural Project

Ms Kikcio was accompanied by artist Frances Hatfield who presented Council with a first draft of the mural design for City Hall. The mural will commemorate the Community play "Not the Way I Heard It." The panels will fit under the ledge at the top of the building and extend to within 2 feet of the bottom (due to winter snow and slush). The colors are expected to be fairly true to the sample board, although the top protective coat may dilute the color somewhat. A plaque will be attached acknowledging the donors and explaining the art.

The painting is expected to begin soon with an approximate 3 month completion schedule. The Superintendent of Public Works will arrange to have the outside of the building painted prior to installation of the panels.

Re: Okanagan University College — lease of Library space

Mr. Kjarsgaard made a presentation to Council on behalf of Okanagan University College expressing an interest in leasing the space to be vacated by the library.

Career Tech Achievement Centre (CTAC) together with Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) are endorsing a new employment program for Enderby and are seeking a new location. Services offered are free to the user and include one-on-one career counseling, workshops, access to technical equipment, plus regular CTAC services. They require 1500 square feet and see the 1800 square feet Library space as ideal for their needs. The property would have a professional environment consistent with the Lumby, Falkland, Armstrong, and Vernon offices.

Discussion followed:

• The lease term would be 1 year in length
• Services offered are in combination with other programs (Hire a Stuent, Youth Centre)
• This site would act as a shared service provider, in partnership with other employment centers.

UBCM — July 29, 2002

Re: Highlights of July 18-19 UBCM Executive Meeting

Moved by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor McCaig that the above correspondence be received and filed.

CARRIED Unanimously

UBCM — August 8, 2002

Re: Update on Community Charter Activities

Moved by Councilor Case, seconded by Councilor Phillips that the above correspondence be received and filed.

CARRIED Unanimously

UBCM — August 12, 2002

Re: Provincial Paper on Policing Costs

Moved by Councilor Wejr, seconded by Councilor McCaig that the above correspondence be received and filed.

CARRIED Unanimously

District of Kitimat — August 7, 2002

Re: Alcan Power Sales

Moved by Councilor Phillips, seconded by Councilor McCune that the above correspondence be received and filed.

CARRIED Unanimously

Enderby & District Museum Society — August 25, 2002

Re: Museum expansion in Library site

Joan Cowan was in attendance to discuss the possible expansion of the Museum into the space to be vacated by the Library. They are hoping to break through the wall separating the Library and Museum and use the space to expand archival research and photo copy service. A small area would also be made available for the Enderby Arts Council for files and meetings. A Capital Cost Grant is available to the Museum for alterations to be made to the site.

Discussion occurred:

• It was felt that there were other buildings available to the OUC that would meet their requirements.
• The lease of space to the OUC could very well be short-term, whereas the Museum and Arts Council represents a lasting tenancy.
• The Library location is a natural fit for the Museum and Arts Council.
• The economic development benefits of the museum are evident.

Moved by Councilor McCaig, seconded by Councilor Phillips that the space to be vacated by the Library be offered to the Enderby Museum for expansion of their existing space.

CARRIED Unanimously

District of Wells — August 14, 2002

Re: Request to Support Emergency Resolution

Moved by Councilor Case, seconded by Councilor Phillips that the above correspondence be received and filed.

CARRIED Unanimously

Eric Kowalski — August 16, 2002

Re: Social Planning Council for North Okanagan

Moved by Councilor Wejr, seconded by Councilor McCune that a letter of support be issued to the Social Planning Council for the North Okanagan

CARRIED

B. C. Hydro — August 16, 2002

Re: Enderby Substation Upgrade

Moved by Councilor McCaig, seconded by Councilor Phillips that the above correspondence be received and filed.

CARRIED Unanimously

The Mayor attended a NORD meeting last week and reports that the majority of the meeting was spent discussing the development activities in Area "F".

In preparation for the UBCM Convention meetings with the Ministry of Transportation, Councilor McCune would like to have a prepared report available which represents a 5 year plan of recommendations that have been been suggested by the Ministry over the past several years, but have not been acted on. By taking the Ministry’s ideas and presenting them back to them with drawings, economic implications, etc., it is hoped that Enderby’s issues will be considered. Past correspondence is being collected and compiled to support this action plan.

Councilor McCune also requested that the topic of "Technology Committee" be added to the Action List until such time as a committee of experts is established to monitor the purchase and maintenance of computer equipment.

Discussion occurred around the feasibility of having Business Licenses issued and funds collected by the Chamber of Commerce. It was felt that the fees collected could replace the grant provided by the City. The Chamber of Commerce will be approached to determine if they are interested in the administration of Business Licenses in exchange for the fees collected.

The proprietor of Country Florist has expressed concern about residential garbage from tenants of commercial buildings on Cliff Avenue.

It is believed that only one residence is zoned residential. Superintendent of Public Works is investigating the tax status of the rental properties.

NORD — Building Permit Detail Reports for July 2002

Accounts Payable — July 2002

Discussion: pg 29 — Vernon Line Painting. This was for the painting of cross walks and stop bars only. $10,000 less than last year.

Pg 21 — Compaq Computer. It was suggested that a Technology Committee be formed to monitor computer expenses.

Pg 26 — Ransom Mower expenses were for a new blade and belt.

Moved by Councillor McCaig, seconded by Councillor Phillips, that the accounts payable for the period ending July 2002, in the amount of $736,586.61 be approved.

CARRIED Unanimously

Moved by Councilor McCaig, seconded by Councilor McCune, that Council hold a meeting closed to the public in order to discuss one or more topics under Section 242.2 of the Local Government Act.

The regular meeting of Council adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

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