Isle Aux Morts

The meeting addressed several key areas including the installation of basketball nets, playground area quotes, and asphalt machine pricing. Discussions were held regarding a heat pump for the Fire Hall, replacement of damaged street signs, and the status of fallen trees on Marine Drive. The council reviewed the town's Tax Recovery Plan and Tax Summary plan. Updates were provided on a demolition project related to Fiona, and permits issued for sheds, patios, and minor repairs were discussed. Correspondence was reviewed, including matters related to asset management, fundraising for the Kids Eat Smart program, regional meetings, fuel charges, and expansion of cell service. The council also addressed an overpayment for summer town repairs and issues identified in an inspection report, such as establishing a change float and reviewing regulations for water/sewer services.

The council discussed class A trail maintenance, the paving project's delay until Spring 2025 due to bank loan issues, and explored options for salt and sand hauling. They decided not to apply for a CEEP this year and reviewed the 2023 financial audit. The council addressed the cleanup of the Break Wharf and Marine Slipway by contractors and followed up on the JCP status for the Rink. They reviewed committee reports, including Fire Department, Permits, Financial, Waste Management, and Recreation. The council also discussed correspondence regarding cell service and acknowledged National Child Abuse Month.

The council discussed PWDU repairs, warming and cooling center information, and Infrastructure Canada road paving contracts awarded to Allnorth Consultants Ltd. They reviewed the Gas Tax annual expenditure report, addressed the Walters House Museum repairs, and discussed vacation time for councilors. Additional topics included church repairs, playground maintenance, boat cove garbage, JCP applications, and community center improvements. The council also reviewed accounts payable and discussed correspondence, including a request to install a roadway and a letter regarding raising the rainbow flag.

The council discussed paving tenders, the water intake line, poll taxes, the emergency plan, and flood plain management. They approved a quote for work needed on PWDU. Discussions were held regarding Harvey's Trail and a financial update was given. Councillor Organ inquired about lots in the subdivision and provided an update on the fire department, including training, the fire department banquet, BA tanks, flooding the rink, a new member, uniforms, fundraising, and the bank balance. A permit for minor repairs was ratified. A waste management meeting was held, and the council discussed the plant area and land issues due to storms. Accounts payable for the council and fire department were approved. The council also reviewed correspondence regarding various topics such as food security, affordable housing, climate changes, and mentorship in municipalities.

The meeting addressed various topics including asphalt machine pricing, street sign replacement, and playground parking lot completion. Council discussed an accident involving a town employee and the Mayor's truck, as well as the potential purchase of a truck in Port aux Basques. They also discussed culvert replacements, infilling on Water Street, and land erosion issues. Additional discussions covered the windows from the fire hall, hydrant repairs, a pump replacement in the water building, and road work needs. Committee reports were reviewed, and motions were ratified regarding poll taxes and property collection. The council also reviewed correspondence and discussed upgrading the town's website.