THE CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF ENDERBY

Minutes of a Regular Meeting of Council held on Monday, September 19, 2005 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall.

Present: Mayor Phillips
Councillor Beryl Ludwig
Councillor Hubert van Berkel
Councillor Tony Vetter
Councillor Dee Wejr

Administrator Maggie Knox
Recording Secretary Bettyann Kennedy
The Press & Public

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that the agenda be approved as circulated.

Carried Unanimously

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

Regular Meeting Minutes of September 6, 2005

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that the Regular Council Meeting Minutes of September 6, 2005 be adopted as circulated.

Carried Unanimously

DELEGATIONS

Sharon Webb – Enderby in Bloom
Re: Award

A framed plaque was presented to Council from Enderby in Bloom with thanks to Mayor, Council, staff, and the community. Enderby was awarded the prestigious Five Bloom award from Communities in Bloom and placed first in its population category in the provincial competition. As a result, they have been invited to compete nationally next year.

This award provides great economic development opportunities. An invitation was extended to Council and staff to attend an information session at the end of October. Representatives from Kamloops, who won the national competition in their category, will share ideas for success and the benefits that their community have obtained from their Communities in Bloom projects.

Kenny Toews – Enderby Youth Society

Mr. Toews presented an update of the activities of the youth centre. Relationship building with teens is being done through recreation, conversation, and food. A recent break-in at the Centre has resulted in the teens taking responsibility and ownership of the Centre. Fund raising is in progress to finance the purchase of a new pool table. Mr. Toews finds it encouraging that teens have expressed appreciation for his efforts. These efforts will benefit the community.

Some of the activities being supported and funded by the Centre include:
- Being a member of “Crystal Clear on Meth Task Force” which informs and brings awareness and support to addicts. There is an information session on October 20 at A.L. Fortune School being funded by the Youth Centre.
- Mr. Toews is attending a Youth Employment session on September 20.
- Suicide Prevention group has circulated an information brochure in the Morning Star newspaper. The Youth Centre is funding efforts to get the necessary information to professionals who can assist those in need.

The Youth Centre has asked Council for funding in the past, and has assumed that their request was denied. Mr. Toews is asking Council to reconsider investing in the teens of Enderby. He will be approaching Council at a later date seeking financial support for the Youth Centre.

The installation of lighting at Peace Park may help scatter the bad element that uses the park in the evening. Moving tables and lighting the park may tone down the staging ground for alcohol and drug use.


Doug Blackie, Site Manager – Enderby Community Health Centre
Re: UBCM Community Health Promotion Fund

Mr. Blackie circulated new brochures for the Enderby Community Health Centre. He invited questions regarding the proposal being submitted to UBCM for Community Health Promotion Funding.

Stan Field, Chair, Jerry Oglow, Vice-Chair and Barry Gagnon, Chief Administrative Officer – Regional District of North Okanagan
Re: Silver Star Governance

Mr. Field informed Council that a full-time staff position is required at Silver Star and clear direction is being sought by all participating communities to get the position in place. Mr. Oglow has done some fact-finding and Council was invited to ask questions regarding the funding, formula and governance structure.

Mr. Oglow then addressed Council and stated that Silver Star is a resort development that provides regional economic benefit to all, not just Vernon. It will provide a significant economic force in the foreseeable future. Local construction tradespersons and seasonal workers are employed at Silver Star. As a vacation destination, spin-off benefits to our communities are created. Mr. Oglow encourages support from all partners as the financial contribution is reasonable and the potential reward is huge.

Discussions:
- The Regional Board, of which Enderby is represented, makes decisions on land issues and water supply. There is a separate committee at Silver Star that deals with other issues such as fire, garbage and lighting.
- Incorporation of Silver Star as a village is not conceivable as the permanent population is less than 500. As the resort grows, it is likely that they will convert to village status.
- As Mabel Lake grows, it is possible that a similar governance will evolve. The Provincial Government has an interest in Silver Star due to it being located within a Provincial Park. Also, an Alpine Ski Policy is in place which encourages master development agreements.
- It is necessary to think regionally when it comes to issues such as land use and water. The Silver Star community needs to fit into the region and the water supply will need to be managed appropriately. It would not be in the best interests of the region to have these issues managed by the developers.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES AND/OR UNFINISHED BUSINESS

Silver Star Governance

The Administrator clarified that the Planning function costs are borne by the entire Region. The budgeted amount of $21,985.00, of which Enderby’s apportionment would be $550.00, represents the cost of administering the planning function at Silver Star.

Moved by Councillor Vetter, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that the item be postponed until all Councillors are in attendance.

Carried Unanimously

Lighting at Peace Park

It was consensus that feedback be obtained from neighbouring property owners. Numerous actions which would help the situation include moving of tables, trimming of trees, and crime-prevention landscaping.

Moved by Councillor van Berkel, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that a meeting of the Public Works Superintendent, Kenny Toews of the Youth Centre, RCMP Cpl. Bob Gobeil, and a Legion representative be held to discuss possible landscaping options for Peace Park and to report any expenditures to Council.

Carried Unanimously

BYLAWS – 3 Readings

2006 Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1372, 2005

Moved by Councillor Vetter, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that 2006 Tax Exemption Bylaw No. 1372, 2005 be introduced and given three readings.

Carried Unanimously

BYLAWS – Adoption

Board of Variance Bylaw No. 1373, 2005

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Wejr that Board of Variance Bylaw No. 1373, 2005 be reconsidered and adopted.

Carried Unanimously

REPORTS

Councillor Ludwig

Councillor Ludwig attended the RCMP presentation for Rural Safe Communities Coordinator in Vernon.

Councillor Wejr

Councillor Wejr also attended the RCMP presentation for Rural Safe Communities Coordinator in Vernon.

Councillor van Berkel

Councillor van Berkel commented that he has a son that attends the Enderby Youth Centre and he commends the efforts of Mr. Toews. He feels that the kids who attend are respectful.

Mayor Phillips

Mayor Phillips informed Council that the Health Centre has hired a new Nurse Practitioner. Two new doctors are also being recruited to replace those that are leaving.

Mayor Phillips attended the RCMP presentation for Rural Safe Communities Coordinator in Vernon.

The recent letter sent to ICBC has gotten their attention. The Crash Reduction Challenge has been entered to enable Enderby to be eligible for any prize monies. As a result of the letter, ICBC will help in moving things along with the Ministry of Transportation. It was also noted that ICBC has a road improvement program that pays up to 50% of engineering costs.

Treasurer
Re: Financial Position to July 31, 2005

Moved by Councillor van Berkel, seconded Councillor Ludwig that the report be received and filed.

Carried Unanimously

Disclosure of Contracts with Council Members and Former Council Members

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the report be received and filed.

Carried Unanimously

Building Permit Reports – August 2005

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor Wejr that the reports be received and filed.

Carried Unanimously

NEW BUSINESS

Enderby Community Health Centre
Re: UBCM Community Health Promotion Fund

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that the City of Enderby submit an expression of interest for a pilot project under the UBCM Community Health Promotion Program for the “Keeping Seniors Active and Healthy” proposal developed by the Enderby Community Health Centre.

Carried Unanimously

2006 Community Achievement Awards

Councillor van Berkel advised Council that Bob Cowan was being nominated for a 2006 Community Achievement Award, and suggested that Council support the nomination. The application is being prepared by Mr. and Mrs. Owen-Stevens.

Moved by Councillor van Berkel, seconded by Councillor Ludwig that Council support of the nomination of Bob Cowan for a 2006 B. C. Community Achievement Award.

Carried Unanimously







Emergency Planning Grants

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that Council approve an application for 2005 Emergency Planning funding in the total amount of $14,910.15 for:
- Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Analysis and Risk Mitigation; and
- Training and Facilitation of Emergency Management Exercises
for the City of Enderby, the City of Armstrong and the Township of Spallumcheen.

Carried Unanimously

New Deal Update for Tier 2 Local Governments

Moved by Councillor Ludwig, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that the correspondence be received and filed.

Carried Unanimously

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

Gardner Shaw of 115 Cliffview Drive asked what Council’s position is in regards to the funding for Silver Star Governance.

Council has postponed the item to the October 3, 2005 meeting.

Debbie Duveau of the Chamber of Commerce sought clarification to the voting rights for the Silver Star Governance and what input into the staff role any funding would provide.

The City of Enderby has 2 votes at the Regional District table on land use and water supply issues at Silver Star. The issue before Council relates to funding a position of Administrator of Silver Star as it relates to planning functions.

CLOSED MEEETING RESOLUTION

Moved by Councillor Wejr, seconded by Councillor van Berkel that Council hold a meeting closed to the public in order to discuss one or more topics under Section 90 of the Community Charter.

Carried Unanimously

ADJOURNMENT

The regular meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.





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MAYOR ADMINISTRATOR