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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1977-01-09 Council MinutesMEETING OF LOCH WEDNESDAY, JAI The The annual meeting of Local Govi the Municipal District of Kneeh: January 19th,1977, commencing; al Representatives present were. M P Stanley Schumacher , Drumheller Gordon Towers, Red Deer M L A. Allan Warrack, Gordon Taylor, J A Williams, Researcher for G. M D Kneehill #48 C W Poole T. A. Ferguson Gilbert Berdahl A W Bauer Leonard Litz Reginald Campbell Town of Three Hills K A Wright Neil Bayers, Administrator Town of Trochu Keith Taylor Allan Gehring Raymond Frere Dick Sommerville, Village_of- Carbon Walter Permann T Schmidt VillaLesof- Acme -- Elmer V Rogers Administrator Vi.11aE2_of- Linden - Floyd Sillito, Secretary--Manager Vi112"e of Torrington .. ____.a----- - - - - -- - - -- Mack Hutton Nina Fobes, Secretary -- Treasurer Three Hills School Division Adrian A M Brereton W S Anderson L R Duig;ou J A Benedict Thre?_Hills_ Hospital H W Sommerville 2 MEETING OF LOCAL GOVERNING OFFICIALS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19th,1977 P 2 Trochu Hospital --------------- - Frank J Hoppins Sister Helen Levasseur Elnora- Hospital -- Pat Matthews Dave Wagstaff Ada Major, Three Hills Capital Hugh Bodmer Regional Resources Project Roy Archibald, Alberta Recreation, Parks & Wildlife Russel Horvey, District Agriculturist Mr Rogers moved that Mr. C W Poole act as Chairman of the meeting, secnnded by K A Wright Carried Mr G King offered to act as Secretary for the meeting Those present introduced themselves, and named the area or municipality they were representing The report of the meeting of January 21st,1976 was read by the Secretary Mr Permann moved adoption Carried Mr Stan Schumacher, M P . expressed thanks for the invitation and stated he is always willing to answer questions, especially on Federal issues He spoke regarding the confusion following the recent Quebec election, and the effects that may follow, because of that election and the fact that Quebec has pulled out of the Anti Inflation Board program He mentioned that capital punishment has been abolished in Canada. He also made reference to the Crowsnest rates and said it is too soon to forecast the changes that may follow The new session will be dealing with whether or not to have T V in the house, changes to unemployment insurance and perhaps reference to a budget Mr Gordon Towers, M P , also expressed his thanks and spoke regarding the grain stabilization bill. He spoke of problems facing farmers with the low final grain payment, and various other matters He also made reference to new programs, Canada Works and Young Canada Works, which were introduced because of high unemployment Applications must be filed before February 4th Mr. Gordon Taylor, M L.A., stated he is holding, pre - sessional meetings now to determine the wishes of the people of his area He feels a major concern comes when elected representatives do not reflect the people's wishes He stated there had been no actual cut backs in school and hospital funding, but increases in keeping with guidelines He also spoke regarding education and perhaps it is getting too far from the basics He encouraged School Boards to let the department know if the new busing, regulations are causing a problem He also spoke regarding the sale of arable land to foreign investors and said legislation is being considered His last topic dealt with planning matters and he stated the new Drumheller, Hanna commission area will come as soon as funds are made available He also suggested that the power of the unions may have to be controlled, but he appeared to support the government's stand in giving the Syncrude Pipeline job to a union company. LR .3 MEETING OF LOCAL GOVERNING OFFICIALS WEDNESDAY JANUARY 19th,1977 P 3 The Honourable Dr Warrack, M.L A expressed his appreciation for the meeting and also stated he is holding local meetings to discuss matters with his own constituents He stressed that 70% of the oil and gas revenue is being used and only 30% is going in to the Heritage Fund He stated the majority support the idea of the Heritage Fund, but then make many requests and su gestions for ways it should be immediately spent This does create problems He spoke about the Federal government's concern about bringing the constitution to Canada, but felt that keeping protection for provincial rights is most important The present economy of Alberta is excellent, but he still felt that government should lead the way in controls and Alberta is trying to stay with 10% this year He felt that unions should have democracy and the leaders Ehould be certain they are speaking for the members tie also expressed connratulations to all dedicated workers in any field Three-Hills-School-Division-Report Chairman, Walter Anderson introduced Mr L Duigou, Acting, Superintendent, and new Secretary- Treasurer, Mr Bert Adrian He paid tribute to the work of former trustee; Mr Harold Benedict and Mr Walter Hourihan, both of whom died since the last meeting of this group Main problems of the school division are coping with the new bus regulations, and also making plans for the Linden area due to the fact that the private school is likely to open there next September Copy of this report is on file TOWN-OF-THREE-HILLS__ Councillor K Wright stated 1976 was another boom year, with the record total of 86 building permits, for a total of $2,891,761 00 He spoke briefly of future programs including paving in the new Anderson subdivision, and up-grading of the present water supply He also mentioned the town recently purchased a Audit Five computer Mr Wright also mentioned that the town expects to develop a new industrial subdivision west of the town, this coming spring Mr Wright mentioned that Mr Shipclark had resigned as Town Manager, and he introduced Mr Neil Bayers, who has been hired in that position Copy of the report is on file TOWN OF TROCHU Mayor A. Gehring spoke of progress at Trochu in 1976, with 8 new residential starts, for a value of $243 110 00, and considerable renovations and additions to other older buildings for a total of about $44,500 00 The RRAP program is now in full swing, and will see extensive changes at Trochu The Trochu Valley Manor was finished and the 10 self contained suites are occupied. Population is up slightly, and St Mary's Hospital addition is nearing completion Another doctor has arrived, and in general things are good The new sewage treatment site has been put in to the east of the town Copy of the report is on file VILLAGE OF CARBON Councillor Walter Permann stated their main project had been a new lagoon for sewage treatment. Council is now considering whether to develop the area known as the island or to spread out in some other direction Progress has been made in most ways, with 21 building permits, for a total value of somewhat over $208 000 00 Assistance in the recreation program has been appreciated The w Park View Lodge operates at full capacity Carbon has been designated as an area to receive help under the NIP program and many chan,;es will take place, with the assistance of that grant Copy of the report is on file /�11� 4 MEETING OF LOCAL COVEPNING OFFICIALS WErNESDAY, JANUARY 19th,1977 P 4 VILLAGE OF ACME --------------- -- Mayor Elmer Rogers also spoke of progress and more debts for his village, with E new houses, 20 acres of land bought and a master plan for total of 40 acres Installed two new Dumps and 31- miles of water line to get adequate water supply, and now must make plans to expand their lagoon Thev expect a new trailer court soon, and this will briny, up their population Plans for 1977 include a new office and equipment buildin;?, another one and a half blocks of sewer lines and the completion of the lagoon VILLAGE OF LINDEN The Secretary - Treasurer, Mr Sillito, stated they have a new well connected which will produce about 700 gallons per minute, so have adequate water The Senior Citizen Apartment has had slow progress but is coming along There are other new developments as well They may annex more land soon, as they require same for commercial and industrial uses Sewer lagoon the next big need if the Department enforces the issue Also ho spoke of good progress in the recreation profiram, and stated that the fire and ambulance building, is much appreciated. The Village has concern about the effect of the private school Fie also stated they are asking the province to Dave their main street PILLAGE OF TORR.INGTON ------------------- - - - - -- Mayor Hutton stated they have a new trailer court on the north side, but with some Problems of getting water and sewer to that area because of the paved highway New construction is under way and Torrintton is progressing THREE HILLS HOSPITAL Administrator, Hugh Sommerville stated we now have four doctors and some surgery is being done Occupancy is thus ,,oinq up_ More out patients are receiving care Mr Fred Enpey went off the board due to health reasons and Mr William Jack now represents the Town of Three Hills Statistics included 23 births, 36 marriages, 38 deaths ELNORA HOSPITAL -------- - - - - -- Board Member, Mr. Wagstaff stated they now have 3 doctors with active admitting privileges and thus ;treater activity The joint planning committee is working on the long range plans for the hospital New equipment has been added and he paid tribute to local community groups and individuals for their help Copy of this report is on file ST- MARY'S- HOSPITAL,- TROCRU Chairman, Frank Hoppins read the report They naturally have some problems due to the construction period, but everybody cD-- onerated, and good service was given Particularly mentioned physiotherapy treatment and also contributions to the hospital by various - >roups The new portion is being occupied as it is being completed, and will soon be in full use Appreciation was also expressed to the Linden Ambulance Service for their wonderful work Cony cf the report is on file KNEEHILL A14BULANCE Chairman Tom Ferguson again paid tribute to the ambulance volunteers who in 1976 answered 246 calls and spent approximately 2177 hours on this volunteer work About 32 are very well trained and give freely of their time They operate the newer Cadillac with the Olds as a stand by The new building is completed and in 5 MEETING OF LOCAL GOVERNING OFFICIALS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19th,1977 P 5 use but there is an outstanding loan of $38,500.00 which will be recovered as time noes on Cony of the report is on file DRUMHELLER HEALTH UNIT Member, Gilbert Berdahl, spoke about the increased demands and the casts and stated that thev are giving more and better service They now have between 19 and 20 on staff but feel there is some danger of local autonomy as the Government is taking over more of the costs He Maid tribute to Mr. E Cammeart, Chairman for many years, who died recently He also stated that new cars have been bought acain in 1976 but it is not certain if this policy of trading each year will be continued in the future. AUXILIARY HOSPITAL AND NURING HOME Member Art W Bauer stated the facilities at Didsbury are occupied to capacity with a waiting list of 12 for the auxiliary and about 69 for the nursing home Some improvements have been made. Wage increases are expected to be about 6% There is definitely a need for more facilities MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF KNEEHILL #48 Municipal District of Kneehill Utility Officer Alex Cunningham advised that the rural has program is practically completed for all farmers in this area He also briefly reviewed the modified sewer system installed at Huxley He stated a study is being; made of a system for water and sewer for Ruarkville< near Three Hills to tie into the Town system Municipal District of Kneehill report was given by C W Poole as Deputy Reeve He mentioned that 711 miles of new light coat surfacing was done from Acme east The Provincial Government put an oil treatment on the Huxley Park road for a distance of approximately 12 miles The M D main crew did about 26 miles of grading and re-radinr, and some small jobs were done in addition to that. A total of slightly over 92,000 cubic yards of crushed gravel was used in 1976 Copy of the report is on file RECREATION, PARKS AND WILDLIFE ,d - - - -- -------------------- Mr Roy Archibald Fave a brief report regarding his wort, in this and adjacent areas He stated some $26,000 00 in annual grants had come from the Provincial Government He stressed it is important to look at a master plan before st!rting any major project He also stated Trochu will host the 1977 Summer Games He further stressed that all grant applications from Recreation Boards must be in early District Agriculturist, Puss Horvey spoke briefly in regard to the Cow Calf Producer's Support Program, and some other related matters Regional Resourco Project No 1 Director, Mr Hugh Bodmer referred to ;rants under the NIP program for Trochu and two other areas, and stated in 1976 Carbon,, Standard and Hussar will shore about $900,000 00 In 1977 Acme, Beisker and Rockyford will be sharing grants and then the Municioal District may oualify for some for hamlets Growth is exnensive and most towns and villages are finding this out in regard to costs for sewer and water prog=rams Since the start of his pro, ^ran about two and a half million dollars of Rovernment funding has been brought into the area at a cost of about 28% locally 6 c MEETING OF LOCAL GOVERNING OFFICIALS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19th,1977 GENERAL ITEMS° P.6 _ Some discussion took place regarding Wheat Board payments and it appeared that a farmer is not entitled to same if he sells oats or barley on the open market N !i it Mr Hoppins asked about government policy in issistinc- R E Associations that are almost bankrupt Doctor Warrack stated that the Province hopes to provide some assistance in cases of great need for upgrading the system, but they are encouraging a better analysis of funding for the future Mr Permann asked about the future for the Anti Inflation Board Doctor Warrack said he thought Alberta would be likely to continue but for an indefinite time after March 1st unless other provinces follow the example of Quebec or if the Federal Government drops it Mr Towers stated he agreed with this answer Mr Anderson asked about the use of the money raised through the sale of Western Canada Lottery Tickets. He was advised that about 50% goes to Edmonton for the Commonwealth Games about 5% to national sports and the balance to the Calgary and Edmonton Exhibition Associations It was not recorded in all cases, but many of those present expressed particular thanks to the people of the Linden area for operating the ambulance service Those present also expressed thanks to the M D of Kneehill for hosting the meeting Date for meeting next year was discussed, and it was suggested it would be more convenient for members of parliament if it were on a Friday or a Monday to fit in with the weekend It was agreed that the next meeting be held on Friday, January 20th,1978, commencing at 1.00 P if , at our office in Three Hills Mr Wright expressed thanks for the Recreation mill rate levied throughout the area this past year, and also appreciation for this meeting Mr Poole thanked the members of parliament, the M L A members and all others for attendin? The meeting then adjourned Time of adjournment -- approximately 5 00 P 12 - - - - -- -- - -- - - - - -- G G King, Secre REPORT-OF-FIRE-COMMITTEE MEETING - A Fire Committee Meeting was held at the office of the Municipal District of Kneehill in Three Hills on January 27th,1977, commencing at 7.30 P M Mr Ralph Brown acted as Chairman and G G King as Secretary for the meeting Others present were- Reginald Campbell, Councillor, M D Kneehill #48 Art W Bauer, Councillor, M D. Kneehill #48 Alex Cunningham, Fire Chief, Town of Three Hills Ed Sept, Three Hills Department Ron Matus, Three Hills Department Keith Taylor, Councillor, Town of Trochu Walter R Meding, Trochu Department Ken Wohl, Trochu Department Bruce Guard, Trochu Department Gary Adam, Trochu Department Walt Regehr, Linden Department Allen Duer, Linden Department Rawlyn Thiessen, Linden Department A report of the meeting held January 20th,1976 was read and reviewed briefly. No errors were noted Mr Walt Regehr in reply to a question advised that he has heard nothing since last June in respect to a court claim made by the insurance company in connection with the fire at the Norman Klassen residence. An Examination for Discovery had been held in June, at which time Mr Klassen had stated he was satisfied with the work done by Tas Richardson in building the fire place The cause of the fire has never been definitely determined All fire departments reported they have received new municipal district maps A factory reconditioned motor was put in the Three Hills Rural Truck King pins and bushings, etc , are to be put in soon Otherwise the truck is okay Both Trochu and Linden reported their truck and equipment are okay Mr Campbell suggested that the three departments hold at least one meeting each year He also stated the Fire Chiefs' Association hopes to get together with Alberta Disaster Services in regard to hazardous items being transported through the areas Mr Alex Cunningham suggested further study be made of standard equipment and training with special reference to oil field activity. A first aid course'is to be held at Three Hills on February 14th,15th, 16th, 21st, 22nd and 28th and March lst and is to be held at the Community Center, commencing at 7.00 P M Firemen are encouraged to enroll Mr Cunningham also stated that a basic rescue course may be organized through Alberta Disaster Services We require 10 basic and 1 advanced rescue person to qualify for an elaborate rescue kit This may lead to a rescue unit later Mr Keith Taylor stressed the importance of attendance a fire school at Vermillon. The Provincial government pays travel, accomodation and meals, but no wages Trochu sets a limit of 2 persons per year, with an allowance of $100 00 each for wages The policy of the M D. should be reviewed. ... 2 i� - -- REPORT -OF- FIRE - COMMITTEE- MEETING -- It was agreed that combined meetings of representatives of the Three Fire Departments be hosted during the year by Trochu, Three Hills and Linden in that order with Trochu to hold a meeting at their regular practice night, Wednesday, March 2nd, 1977, at 7.30 P.M. The Fire Chief's Association is trying to get standard regulations regarding firemen's clothing Local co- ordinator - no special person named at this time. Walkie Talkie radios - in use at Linden and Trochu and Mr Cunningham to get two for Three Hills soon. Trochu expressed thanks to Reg Campbell for donating the ones for them Copies of the ledger sheets regarding revenue and expenditures were shown to each fire department, and accepted, but with the following notations 1 Check splitting of telephone rentals at Linden between Fire Department and ambulance. Also payment by cheque #28226 for $80 00 which is likely for the ambulance 2 Town of Trochu will likely bill for one half of the costs for the fire phones for 1977 3 No provision is made for build up of a credit for any new fire truck Financial standing for each area at the end of 1976 is as follows Drumheller Rural Fire Balance - end of 1975 1976 -- No Levy 1976 Expenses - 1 Fir Balance at the end of Protection Area $1819 61 Credit -0- $1819 61 e Call $ 450 00 1916 $1369 61 Credit Trochu Rural Fire Protection Balance at the end of 1975 $ 722 10 Credit 1976 Levy 3,573,500 x 0 7 $2499 -57 $3221.67 1976 Expenses $224434 Balance at the end of 1976 $ 977.33 Credit Three Hills Rural Fire Protection. Balance at the end of 1975 1976 Levy 4,708,480 x 0 7 1976 Expenses Capital Expenditure $ 61 70 $329594 $3357 64 $376963 $ 411 99 Debit $-741-00-- $1152 99 Debit 3 REPORT OF FIRE COMMITTEE MEETING Linden - Acme Rural Fire Protection Balance at the end of 1975 1976 Levy 2,430,930 x 1 5 1976 Expenses Balance at the end of 1976 P 3 $2508 82 Debit $3644 06 $1135 24 Credit $1836 69 $ 701 45 Debit Copy of the Trochu report is on file In brief - 7 rural calls (two false alarms) and 1 town fire Almost 1000 man hours including 120 hours donated building fence at the Swimming Pool. Three Hills Report - 11 rural and 3 town fires Rotary file is up -dated Clothing being brought up to enough for 20 men. Alex Cunningham now fire chief. Linden report - 17 fires of minor nature - all rural About 28 volunteers mostly rural. Three attended the last Fire School It was agreed that the major oil companies be contacted for suggestions about co- operation in getting special training and equipment to fight fires that might occur at gas plants or in related industries Circulars will be sent regarding this Mr Campbell stated that the government is being requested to have a fire prevention program in the Grade 1 to six levels Mr Brown presented certificates for 15 years or more of service as volunteer firemen to Bruce Guard and Keith Taylor, both of Trochu Mr Larry Davis of Three Hills is also to receive one, but was not able to be present The meeting adjourned at 9 40 P M G G King, Secretary r`