Regular Council

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth accepts the agenda with additions: Addition: Under 6.5 A report from Interim Clerk/CAO Susan Duke regarding — "Provision of Parking during the Streetscape Project 2015.“ 7.8 Correspondence from Frank Cowan Company regarding webinar series for — Municipal Council.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth accept the Consent Agenda items 4.1 4,5 for information; — AND FURTHER THAT the minutes of the May 19, 2015 meeting of Council be adopted.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth purchase two 72" Commercial Zero Turn Mowers from Huron Tractor in the amount of $18,642.72 including HST.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth approves a request from the Mitchell Hawks Junior Hockey Club to host a baseball tournament as a Signi?cant Community Event on August 14,15,16, 2015 with a Special Occasion Liquor Permit at Keterson Park subject to the following: THAT the Municipality of West Perth Alcohol Policy be adhered to and a certi?cate of proof of a minimum of at least $5,000,000 liability insurance listing the Municipality of West Perth as a co~insured be provided to the Municipality; AND FURTHER THAT an Operational Plan be received by the Municipality and approved prior to the event; AND FURTHER THAT the Mitchell Hawks Junior Hockey Club convents to save harmless and keep indemni?ed The Corporation of the Municipality of West Perth, its of?cers, employees, servants, agents, successors and assigns against any and all liability for losses, damages, claims, action demands, suits and costs arising directly or indirectly by virtue of the Municipality of West Perth allowing the Mitchell Hawks Junior Hockey Club use of the Property/Facility for this event. The Municipality of West Perth shall not be responsible for any accidents, injury, or loss of property to the Mitchell Hawks Junior Hockey Club or any other persons.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth approve the use of the Lions Park Pavilllon by the Rotary Club of Mitchellfor Canada Day Celebrations free of charge.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth forward a request for repair/maintenance under Section 74 of the Drainage Act on the McDougalI Municipal Drain, Hibbert Ward, by 879486 Ontario Inc, to the Drainage Superintendent for review.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth donate a single swimming pass to the Annual Upper Thames Elementary School Fun Fair to help raise funds for the enhancement of technology in the classroom.

WHEREAS reductions in VIA Rail service led to the formation of advocacy groups such as Save VIA (www.savevia.ca); and WHEREAS, citizens of all ages and backgrounds, especially those with no license or vehicle, rely on VIA Rail; and WHEREAS, passenger rail provides safer and more eco—friend|y transportation than driving; and WHEREAS enhanced VIA Rail service heightens connections between communities, thereby promoting tourism and economic development; and WHEREAS, the Southwestern Ontario Transportation Alliance, with the support of advocacy groups, businesses and municipalities in the region. has published the Network Southwest Action Plan to address the need for reliable and sustainable rail-based passenger transportation in Southwestern Ontario; and WHEREAS, it is time for all levels of government to stop thinking passenger rail service is only a federal responsibility, and begin providing support for intercity transportation services in communities beyond the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA); NOW, THEREFORE, the MunicipalityofWest Perth , states that VIA Rail is important to my municipality; and urge fellow citizens as well as all levels of government to consider the Network Southwest Action Plan as presented March 18, 2015 and available at wwwrswotaca.

THAT the Council appoint the following individual as the Municipality's designated representative for the purpose of casting a vote at the ERTH Corporation 2015 Annual General Meeting to be held on June 11. 2015: Mayor Walter McKenzie .

THAT the following individuals attend the ERTH Corporation 2015 Annual General Meeting on June 11, 2015: Councillors Joe Klumper, Bob Burtenshaw, Deputy Mayor Doug Eidt, and Treasurer, Karen McLagan.

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth authorize the payment of a Special Levy equal to 10% of the Special Levy paid by Huron East towards the Seaforth and District Community Centre debt reduction of $18,000 in the amount of $2,000‘

THAT the Council of the Municipality of West Perth accepts the reports from staff and Councillors as presented at the May 25. 2015 Council meeting; and further that all committee minutes and correspondence not speci?cally dealt with by resolution be received and filed.

THAT By-law 41-2015 being a by—lawto confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of West Perth for the meeting dated May 25, 2015 be read a first, second and third time, and ?nally passed this 25"‘day of May, 2015.

THAT The Council of the Municipalityof West Perth adjourn the Council meeting at 9:26 p.m.