Title
Annual Appointment of Fire Guardians
Proposed Motion
That Council appoint the people listed on Attachment 1 as Fire Guardians for the year 2013, pursuant to the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Forest and Prairie Protection Act, Chapter F-14 R.S.A. 1980
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration support the appointment of the people listed on Attachment 1 as Fire Guardians for the year 2013, pursuant to the provisions of Section 4(2) of the Forest and Prairie Protection Act, Chapter F-14 R.S.A. 1980
Purpose
The Forest and Prairie Protection Act requires that Council, before April 01, appoint a sufficient number of fire guardians to enforce the Act within the boundaries of the County.
Summary
The Forest and Prairie Protection Act requires that Council, before April 01, appoint a sufficient number of fire guardians to enforce the Act within the boundaries of the County. The FPPA is now enforced through County By-Law 06-2011. The $1,500 cost of the program reflects the honorarium provided to our volunteer fire guardians.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications (As Required)
The Forest and Prairie Protection Act requires that Council, before April 01, appoint a sufficient number of fire guardians to enforce the Act within the boundaries of the County.
Financial Impact:
Cost: $1,500
Source of Funding: 2013 Operating Budget