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1. Call Meeting To Order. The Regular Meeting of March 13, 2002 was called to order at 7:03 p.m. 1A. Roll Call. Present were Councillors Patrick Rouble, Pam Blackburn, Andy Townsend and Malcolm Taggart. Absent was Helen Smith. Approximately 8 observers. 1B. Amendments To Agenda. Motion # 1. Motion by Pam Blackburn to amend the agenda to include an Update of the Army Beach Land Use Planning and a Report on the Budget. Second by Andy Townsend. Vote: Unanimous. Motion # 1 Carried. 2. Adoption Of Previous Meeting Minutes. Minutes of the January 9, 2002 meeting were summarized by Chair Malcolm Taggart. Motion # 2. Motion by Patrick Rouble to accept the minutes with the following amendments. Change “meeting was held in New Constabulary” to “discussions were held …”, change the word “guise” to “reason” and change “confirmation needs to be given” to “we wish for confirmation”. Second by Pam Blackburn. Vote: 4/4 in favour. Motion #2 Carried. 3. Discussion Of The Process Of House Numbering Throughout Marsh Lake. Guest Speaker: Dennis Shewfelt, Director of Engineering & Development, C&TS, YTG. Within the Marsh Lake subdivisions, the lack of sequential house numbers creates a serious problem. Lot extensions especially have contributed to confusion for emergency services, when seeking out addresses. First step will be to look at maps and drive the subdivision roads, then come up with a strategy. The community will need to help by identifying any streets or lanes not already officially named. The naming of new roads will have to go through the process of being presented as an Order in Council. Sequential numbering of lots will include greenbelts, undeveloped lots, and other reserves, that although not occupied by houses, these areas will be included in the sequential numbering using a process of minimum lot sizes, individual for each area. The posting of new street addresses will be the responsibility of the property owners. Bylaws often state size and style of signage, but no such bylaws exist in Marsh Lake. Mr. Shewfelt proposes his department come up with a plan. A budget will need to be made and a time frame for completion of the project. 4. Discussion Of Highway Rest Stop Facilities. Guest Speaker: Mr. Greg Belisle, A/Director, Transportation Maintenance, C&TS, YTG. A discussion was held addressing the concerns YTG has over installing rest stop facilities at the M'Clintock River boat ramp, the boat launch at M'Clintock Place and the truck pull out on the highway. Installing garbage cans at these points does not present a problem, but since these areas are on the water, the low water table prevents installation of usual pit outhouses. Holding tanks would suffer from freezing and cracking problems. Mr. Belisle offered the following options: 1. Through the Marsh Lake Land Use Planning, plan a proper highway rest stop. A spot such as M'Clintock Place could be fully developed, keeping the facilities as close as realistic to the lake. The boat launch is already in place at M'Clintock Place and the Marsh Lake historical sign could be installed there. YTG could work with the Marsh Lake Community Society, who hold a recreational lease there, to develop this area successfully. 2. At the highway truck pullout, the facilities could be placed further up the hill away from the water. This stop is not ideal, as it would create pedestrian traffic as people cross from facilities to lake shore. 3. Install garbage cans with “No Overnight Camping” signs. This option was pointed out as unrealistic since overnight use has never been encouraged but happens anyway. The main problem is the high number of day users who require facilities. A suggestion was made that temporary outhouses could be put in place from May until September. This option wouldn't help winter users, and YTG would need to find the budget for the cost of regular pumping out of the outhouses. It was suggested that Mr. Belisle develop realistic plans for installing facilities at these 3 areas. The health hazard will continue and should be dealt with. 4. Report From the Chair/ Correspondence. Correspondence Received: -A mailer was received from Tom Booth Construction of Whitehorse containing a catalogue of playground equipment. This mailer will be passed on to the ML Community Society. -A mailer was received from YTG with the proposed Crematorium Regulations for the Yukon. -YTG sent a copy of the tender to produce and stockpile aggregate, then later sent a notice stating the successful contractor was Summit Aggregates Inc. of Whitehorse. -A copy of the Electoral Boundaries Commission Final recommendation was received. It was noted that Marsh Lake is still recommended to become part of the Southern Lakes Electoral Boundary. However, the boundary had been extended to include all of the Marsh Lake LAC area. -A letter was received from Mr. Dan Profeit, Western Area Superintendent for Transportation Maintenance, as a reply to the LAC's letter about snow removal from the side of bridge rails. His letter stated that maintenance personnel are to follow a list of priorities, i.e.: high volume traffic and school bus routes. Bridge decks are a listed priority and are seen to once higher priorities are addressed. -Received a reply from Mike McArthur about the naming of Basaraba Lane. He stated that the LAC should consult with area residents and First Nations with interests in the area. Area residents have already been consulted at the November special meeting. Motion # 3. Motion by Pam Blackburn to write a letter to the Kwanlin Dun First Nations saying this is the name chosen and asking for any response. Second by Andy Townsend. Vote: 4 in favour. Motion # 3 Carried. -The LAC sent a letter to Judy Linton, Land Use Planner for the Army Beach Steering Committee, stating the volunteer list for the Committee. A letter was received from Bryony McIntyre of Land Disposition stating July 2002 as a new deadline for completion of the LARC review. -The LAC sent a letter to Mr. Brian Ritchie of Land Development, based upon the draft brought forward by Andy Townsend at the January LAC meeting. A reply from Mr. Ritchie was received clarifying some of his responses to the concerns and issues brought up at the November special meeting. -The LAC sent a letter to the LARC review board concerning the Marsh Lake Community Society's application for a land lease development for a playground at New Constabulary, stating the LAC had no opposition to the application. -The LAC wrote a letter of support for Dianne Green's application for funding to the Northern Research Institute in Whitehorse, to research local Marsh Lake history with the intent of writing a book. -The LAC wrote a letter to Mr. Bob McWilliam, Associate Deputy Minister, YTG, with concerns Marsh Lake residents have over the proposed merging of Yukon Lottery Commission with Yukon Liquor Corporation. -Councillor Patrick Rouble sent an email to NorthwesTel requesting confirmation as to when the north subdivisions of Marsh Lake could expect high speed internet access. No reply was received. Motion # 4. Motion by Pam Blackburn to write a letter to NorthwesTel asking for an update on Highspeed internet access availability to Marsh Lake and enclosing a copy of Rouble's unanswered email. Second by Patrick Rouble. Vote: 4 in favour. Motion # 4 Carried. It was noted that a copy of a petition concerning long distance rates between Marsh Lake and Whitehorse was available for signing. 4A. Update On Army Beach Steering Committee. Pam Blackburn gave an update of the Army Beach steering committee's progress. She noted that the committee was showing great dedication and had made excellent progress. They have drafted a survey which will be mailed out to area residents by March 28th and a comprehensive newsletter would soon be available. A newspaper ad announcing the survey would be placed, and a public meeting was planned for May 1at the Firehall. Results of the survey should be compiled by then. 4B. New LAC Budget For 2002 – 2003. Patrick Rouble summarized the new fiscal budget for the LAC. Changes include an increase in the telephone and office expenses. The Marsh Lake Firehall is also planning a $25.00 fee per meeting for the use of the firehall meeting room. To date, the LAC is on budget. Motion # 5. Motion by Pam Blackburn to invoice the Yukon Fish & Wildlife Enhancement Fund for the balance of $300. which will be used for a permanent base for the information sign, located at the Judas Creek Wetlands. Second by Patrick Rouble. Vote: 4 in favour. Motion # 5 carried. 5. New Business. Andy Townsend received a new letter from Brian Ritchie of Land Development, with new proposals for the country/residential development in M'Clintock Valley. The LAC has not received a copy of this letter yet, and will put discussion of the new proposals on the next meeting agenda. Andy Townsend is resigning his position of Councillor for Ward 5, as of April 1, 2002. A by-election will need to be held to find a new representative. Patrick Rouble attended a meeting on February 27 at Inn On the Lake, held by YTG Tourism and attended by a small number of Marsh Lake Business Operators. Discussion took place whether to label Marsh Lake with Whitehorse or Southern Lakes. A decision was made that Marsh Lake will be placed with Southern Lakes, but with an option to advertise in the Whitehorse sections. Carson Schiffkorn, Ian Pumphrey and Mike Larsen volunteered to look over promotional material. A reminder that the finished draft of the Highway Sign Regulations would be out in the near future. Also, the loose dog issue should be put back on a future agenda for public discussion. 6. Adjournment. Motion # 6. Motion by Andy Townsend to adjourn meeting. Second by Patrick Rouble. Vote: All in favour. Motion # 6 Carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:14 PM. |
