Minutes of the Annual Meeting of the LONG POINT RATEPAYERS ASSOCIATION held at 10:00am on Saturday, June 11, 2011 at the Port Rowan Community Centre, Port Rowan, Ontario.

Peter Selk, President of the Association acted as Chairman and Wes De Shane acted as Secretary.

As there were more than 20 members of the Association present, the meeting was duly constituted in accordance with the Bylaws.

Peter Selk welcomed members and guests to the 50^th Annual Meeting of the Association.

Councillor Betty Chanyi

Peter introduced Betty Chanyi, Norfolk County Councillor for Ward 1.

Councillor Chanyi brought greetings from the county council and congratulated the Association on its 50^th anniversary.  She thanked the Long Point residents for their support in the recent civic election.  She spoke about several issues affecting the Long Point area and encouraged the members to contact her if they have questions or concerns.  She can be contacted at 519.586.7175 or by email at betty.chanyi@norfolkcounty.ca.

Norfolk County Comprehensive Zoning By-Law

Peter introduced Jim McIntosh, Manager, Community Planning Services and Scott Peck, Senior Planner, Community Planning Services.  Mr. McIntosh spoke briefly about the proposed Comprehensive Zoning By-Law.  The By-Law is available on line at www.norfolkcounty.ca/zoningproject.   The new By-Law will replace four existing zoning by-laws and will incorporate the policy direction of the Norfolk County Official Plan.  Mr. Peck said that the By-Law was in draft form and comments will be welcomed.  A public open house at 9:00am on July 9, 2011 at the St. Williams Community Centre will afford the public an opportunity to discuss the draft By-Law.  Mr. Peck provided a handout showing some of the By-Law provisions and definitions affecting the Lakeshore Zone and the Long Point Zone.  He said that the changes affecting Long Point were not substantial.  Mr. Peck answered several questions from the floor.  He can be contacted at 519.426.5870, ext. 1834 or scott.peck@norfolkcounty.ca.

President’s Report

Peter Selk commented on the various activities of the Association over the past year.  He said that the condo issue was over and we all need to work at being good neighbours and put this divisive issue behind us.  He commented on everyone’s responsibility to vote in municipal elections and pointed out that one who owns property in another county could also vote in the Norfolk County election.

Peter paid tribute to Bob Welsh who has served on the Association’s Board for almost 30 years.  Bob served several terms as president and treasurer and worked tirelessly at the time of the high water crisis in the mid 80’s.  The members gave Bob a well deserved round of applause.

Treasurer’s Report

The Association’s treasurer, Wes De Shane, reviewed the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2010.  The statements had previously been posted on the website and copies were available at the meeting.

After discussion and upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2010 were approved.

Cottage Watch and Parking Committee

Christine Meyer reported on the activities of Cottage Watch over the past year.  There were two break-ins on Woodstock Ave. during the winter and the OPP investigated.  The crew was active over the winter and new volunteers are always welcome.  Christine can be contacted at 519.586.9624 or by email at cmeyer0517@rogers.com. 

Christine said that several members have expressed concern over parking and beach access.  She asked that any members prepared to serve on a committee to look into these issues should contact her.

Environmental Committee

Julie Stone, who chairs this new committee, asked members with issues or suggestions to contact her. The committee would welcome additional members.  Julie can be contacted at 519.586.2870 or by email at jstone@kwic.com.

Election of Directors

Wes De Shane said that the Association’s by-laws call for a minimum of 8 and a maximum of 11 directors to be elected for a two year term.  He said that six directors currently serving on the Board are mid-way through their two year terms.  Those directors are Wes De Shane, Wayne May, Christine Meyer, Dennis Parish, Peter Selk and Mark Walker.  Two other incumbent directors, Bob Welsh and Ruth Carlisle, have completed their two year terms.  Bob advised the Board that he did not wish to stand for re-election.  Ruth has agreed to stand for re-election.  One other Association member, Ed DuDomaine has agreed to stand for election.  Wes explained that nominations from the floor were allowed under the Association’s by-laws and asked if there were any further nominations.  There being no further nominations, nominations were closed and the two people nominated were elected by acclamation to serve a two year term.

Approval of Minutes

The Chairman asked for a motion to approve the minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on June 12, 2010 and the Special Meeting held on August 28, 2010.  He said that these minutes had been posted on the Association’s website and he did not plan to read them to the meeting unless requested.

Upon motion duly made, seconded and carried, the minutes were approved.

Annual Meeting Date

Peter Selk asked if members would prefer to have the Annual Meeting in July rather than June.  By a show of hands, the members indicated that June was the preferred time.

There being no further business, the meeting was terminated.

 

 

”Peter Selk”                                                                 “Wes De Shane”

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Chairman                                                                      Secretary