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HomeMy WebLinkAboutLakeshore Advance, 2013-06-26, Page 3WednesdaY, June, 26, 13 • Lakeshore Advance 3 Capital costs a hurdle for Research Thedford's library repairs collecting info for Lynda HIIIman-Rapley Lakeshore Advance At the lune 6, meeting Council requested that staff bring forward information regarding the condition of the former 'ihedford Library building to determine its suitability for rent- ing. 'Ibis is the location this council originally hoped to be the new municipal hall but found the costs and updates were too prohibitive to the needs at the time. Brent Kintner, director of Community Services reported to council A structure and condition review was completed in March 2012 by Spriet and Associates to determine the suita- bility of using the building for a permanent Council Cham- bers. 'lhe report provided by Spriet did not find any critical Claw in the structure of the building that would prevent Occu- pancy, hut did )hake the recommendations for immediate work should the municipality wish to use the building. 'These include re -pointing stone masonry foundation walls; con- structing a fire separation for the building furnace via a fire rated mechanical room; and enclosing and improving access stairwells to the second floor should that floor need to be used. Kittnner said it should he noted however, that additional tvork will he required to the building in the future for regular capital upkeep. During the onsite meeting with Spriet there were several building deficiencies that were noted its in need of repair in New CAO for Lambton Shores Lakeshore Advance Mayor Bill Weber and the Council of the Munici- pality of Lambton Shores are pleaseti,to announce the appointment of Mr, Kevin Williams to the position of Chief Administrative Officer for the Municipality, effective August 1, 2013. Lambton Shores former CAO John Byrne was let go in a mutual agreement with financial compensation last November. Consultant Nigel Aellchaniber was hired to aid in the hiring of a new CAO with treasurer Janet Ferguson taking the reigns on an interim basis since then. An experienced administrative leader, he comes to Lambton Sliores from the City of Kawartha Lakes where he has served for ten years as Director of Com- munity Services, a portfolio that includes recreation, parks, corporate facilities, customer service, libraries and frequent responsibility for general corporate ini- tiatives such as labour negotiations. His career also Includes management experience with the Cities of Oshawa and Port Coqultlam H.C. Mr. Williams was chosen by Council following a comprehensive search process conducted by a Selec- tion Committee made of Mayor Weber, Deputy Mayor Davis-Dagg and Councillor Underwood. "We inter- viewed a number of talented candidates who had expressed an interest In our community and we are pleased to be able to attract someone of Kevin's expe- rience and talents to serve Lambton Shores", said Mayor Weber. Williams has stated that ".l look forward to meeting the staff of Lambton Shores In the very near future and working with them to advance the goals of Coun- cil in our service to the Community". the next five years. These include a further inspection of the1 aro u r i n 'ie s building roof to determine if itis in need of replacement; fit- ting the rear of the building with sheet steel cladding as a weather barrier; and filling in the roll -up door that is cur- rently in a state of disrepair. Kintner explained in its present condition, the second floor of the building could not be used as a location that is open for the public because it is not accessible. Spriet indicated during the site meeting that they do not recommend inviting the public into this area as the major hurdle in this case is the capital costs required to make the area accessible. 1 le also told council in its present condition the structure of the former library building does not present a "non-starter" should the municipality wish to rent the loca- tion, but it is recommended that the immediate work be completed before the building is occupied. Kittmer said if council wants to rent the building, Council will need to decide if the municipality will complete this repair work, or make completion of this work part of any future rental agree- ment that is signed. hl addition to renting the building, Council could consider declaring the property surplus and disposing of the asset. Another option that Council could consider is demolishing the current structure and selling the property as a vacant lot. Kittnler says staff is asking council for the preferred approach. Once decided staff can return with an additional report outlining the costs Of the preferred process if so directed by Council. Councilor Doug Bonesteel asked that this item be deferred until the next meeting. itiati From Coast to Coast to Coast, ///( //_) lam CANADA DAY! BEV ! SHIPLEY, MP LAMBTON-KENT-MIDDLESEX MAKJ1QWisII Cttl)eltjel licca us(' .s'mut' ll'i'- /H s Call WO it /ill' SO/1114(1.V. .na:al.c:a‘‘ i.h.c.1 I -SMS -8'22-`1 1 ,. 1 Lakeshore Advance A research te'anl is collecting information on the existing skills, training and education of the labour force, attitudes of future labour pool, and assessment of the future demand for skills in the counties of Bruce, Grey, 1 luron and Perth. This new initiative, to ('lose the gap between workers' skills and workforce needs, by the Four County Labour Market Planning Board and its partners will help identify labour pool gaps critical to the sustainability and growth of existing and future employers. 1 carry Cummings and Associates. assisted by students from the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development at the University of Guelph, is conducting the 'Four County Skills Inventory' study. 'they will he collecting information, via telephone interviews, on the existing skills, training and education of the labour force, attitudes of future labour pool, and assessment of the future demand for skills.'ihe project will provide a foundation piece for skills development to an array of stakeholders. "A skills crisis is looming on the horizon. Employers across Bruce, (grey, Huron, and Perth nerd highly skilled workers," says Cummings. "The key is helping students and adults choose education and training and work that serve both their needs and those of the evolving tvorkforce. Labour market and career information is t0 students a11(1 job seekers what market research data is to business invaluable!.' "Worker's need to he able to follow occupational trends, know where job growth or decline is likely to happen and position themselves to adjust to the trends," Says (;e'Intna Mendez Smith. 'The time you take to contribute will ultirmawly benefit both you and your neighbors in charting a positive course for the future. Foundt oI London s air f lin Salon Designs .• Willy has welcomed his daughter Amy into the business. Her excellent training' has proven st iccessful.