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Kingston City Council Proceedings 1886-1894
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The Council met pursuant to adjournment
All the members being present
The Chairman from the Select Committee to strike the standing committees for the Year brought up a Report (Number 382 Book G) which was read and adopted.
On motion of Ald. Thompson seconded by Ald. Eilbeck Ordered, That the following be a Committee for Municipal reform for 1886 The Mayor Aldermen Harty, Gildersleeve, McIntyre, Clements, J Wilson and the mover such committee to consider and report to this Council as early as possible as to the best method of making the City Assessment
Ald. McIntyre gives notice of a By Law for the amendment of the existing By Law respecting the appointment of three assessors instead of one
Ald. Thompson brought up the petition of Samuel Lambert and 50 others praying that a Policeman be appointed to perform night duty at the lower Grand Truck Railway Depot. Referred to Police Commissioner.
On motion of Ald. Redden seconded by Ald. Bermingham Ordered, That the Poundman be retained until the Council or Chairman of Parks notify him that his services are not required.
On motion the Council adjourned
M. Flanagan, City Clerk John Whiting, Mayor
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Monday 8 o'Clock P.M. Kingston January 25th 1886
A meeting of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kingston was held this day. Present
His Worship the Mayor Aldermen Carson, Clements, Drennan, Dunn, Gildersleeve, Harty, Hiscock, Hobart, Little, McIntyre, McKay, O'Brien, Redden, Robinson, Shannon, Thompson, J. Wilson, W. Wilson.
The Clerk read the minutes of the two last meetings.
Ald. Drennan brought up the petition of A.E. Elmer asking the Council to purchase a Gong. Referred to the Committee on Fire Water and Gas
Ald. J. Wilson brought up the petition of H. W. Wilson L. O'Brien and 14 others praying steps may be taken to enlarge the outlet of the New Yonge St drain &c
On motion of Ald. J. Wilson seconded by Ald. Shannon Ordered, That the petition of H. W. Wilson, L. O'Brien and 14 others be referred to the Committee on Streets to report at
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at the next meeting of the Council as to the advisability of suspending operations on the Alfred street drain and proceed with the continuation of the Division street drain, along Union street to Arch street, thence along Arch street to connect with the College drain at a point near Deacon street. And that it be an instruction to the City Engineer to submit at the next meeting of the Council an estimate of the probable cost of said extension.
Ald. Gildersleeve brought up the petition of William Power respecting taxation. Referred to the Court of Revision
Ald. Clements from the Committee on Finance and accounts brought up a Report (Number 383 Book E, which was received and adopted.
The Chairman from the Committee on Streets &c brought up a Report (Number 384 Book E.) enclosing proposal of Walter C Jenkins dedicating a portion of property on continuation of Quebec street on certain conditions - which were read
On motion of Ald. Thompson seconded by Ald. Hiscock
Ordered, That the report of the Committee on Streets be received and adopted.
The Chairman from the Committee on City Property brought up a Report (Number 385 Book E.) which was read and adopted.
Ald. Gildersleeve introduced a By Law to appoint a Local Board of Health for the year 1886 which was read a first time
The 30th Rule of Council was suspended as regards the reading of this By Law and the Council went into Committee of the whole on the second reading
Ald. Clements in the Chair
The Council resumed
The Committee rose, and the Chairman reported the second reading of the By Law clause by clause. The Report was received
In amendment to report
Ald. McIntyre moves seconded by Ald. O'Brien
That the name of Prof. Carr Harris be substituted for the name of W.R. McRae on the Board of Health which being put was [underline] lost [/underline]. Yeas 7. Nays 12.
The By Law was read a third time and passed
Ald Gildersleeve introduced a By Law respecting Local Improvements and Special Assessments therefor which was read a first time.
On motion of Ald. Thompson seconded by Ald. O'Brien
Ordered, That the following be a special Committee on the Water Works for 1886 The Mayor Aldermen Harty, McIntyre, Carson McKay and Bermingham have an investigation made and report to the Council upon the Condition of all the Hydrants in the City and report at the next meeting of the Council upon the late Queen street fire
On Motion the Council adjourned
Mr. J.L. Whiting Mayor
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Monday 8 O'Clock PM Kingston February 8th 1886
A Meeting of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kingston was held this day. Present His Worship the Mayor Aldermen Bermingham, Clements, Drennan, Eilbeck, Gildersleeve, Harty, Hiscock, Hobart, Irwin, Little, McIntyre, McKay, Redden, Robinson, Shannon, Thompson, J Wilson, W Wilson
The Clerk read the minutes of the last meeting A Communication from W. L Gordon Secretary Local Board of Health was read respecting the property trapping of Drains. - Referred to the Committee on Streets.
A Communication from A.P. Knight acting Secretary Collegiate Institute was read applying for $365.00 to pay Salaries. Referred to the Committee on Finance &c
A Circular from W.S. Williams Secretary Napanee, Tamworth and Quebec Railway Company was read asking for information Re: Railway Bonus. Referred to the Mayor and City Clerk
A Circular from Lt Colonel Otter was read soliciting donation of $10.00 to the annual Prize Meeting of 1886. Referred to Committee on Finance &c
A Communication from A. P. Knight Acting Secretary Collegiate Institute Re Confirmation fo appointment of Trustees Messrs. E. H. Smythe and R.W Robertson.
Alderman Drennan brought up the petition of the Young Womens Christian Association of Kingston asking for a remission of Taxes - Referred to the Court of Revision
Alderman Little brought up the petition of Thomas Kirkpatrick offering to rent the South Easterly Corner of the Market shambles for $3 per month - Referred to the Committe on Markets
Alderman Hiscock brought up the petition of R McDonald and 9 others asking for a drain &c on Pembroke Street - Referred to the Committee on Streets.
Ald: Hiscock brought up the petition of W.A Webster and 19 others asking for the Construction of a drain on Herchimer street and St Lawrence Avenue and to construct grade and metal the street - Referred to the Committee on Streets &c
Ald: Bermingham from the Committee on Finance and accounts brought up a Report (Number 386 Book E) which was read and adopted
The Chairman from the Committee on Streets & Improvements brought up a Report (Number 387 Book E) which was read and adopted
A Report from Henry Walden Chief Engineer of the Fire Department Kingston was read suggesting certain improvements to the Department, the purchase of Hose and submitting for the approval of the Council a list of the Officers and men Comprising the present
Kingston City Council Proceedings 1894-1897
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The Chairman from the Committee on Water Works brought up a Report (number 1185 Book G) which was read.
Ald Elliott moves seconded by Ald Walkem.
That the report of the Committee on Water Works be received and adopted.
In Amendment 1st
Ald Horn moves seconded by Ald G Robinson.
That the amount of the account I.E. $50 of Collins Bay Rafting Company be paid.
In Amendment 2nd
Ald McKelvey moves seconded by Ald McIntyre.
That the sum of $50 as charged by the Collins Bay Rafting Company for the removal of the Rouseau pipe be paid said amount to be afterwards collected from the owners of said pipe as we may be advised by the City Solicitor - which being put was lost and the first amendment being put was carried.
Yeas: The Mayor, Aldn Allen, Behan, Carson, Curtis, Horn, Mundell, McIntyre, McKelvey, G Robinson, Skinner Walkem - 12.
Nays: Aldn Elliott, Martin, Meek, Richardson, Ryan - 5.
On Motion of Ald Mundell seconded by Ald Walkem.
Ordered That the report of the Committee on Water Works be received and adopted as amended.
The Chairman from the Court of Revision brought up a Report (number 1186 Book G) which was read and adopted.
The Chairman from the Committee on Fire, Water and Light brought up a Report (number 1187 Book G) which was read and adopted.
The Chairman from the Committee on Parks brought up Report (number 1188 Book G) which was read and adopted.
On Motion of Ald Curtis seconded by Ald Carson.
Ordered That the Police Commissioners be requested to swear in William Phillips as a constable for special duty in connection with the City Parks.
Ald Carson introduced a By Law to authorize the construction of a common sewer in a part of Balaclava Street in the City of Kingston as a local improvement under the provisions of the Municipal Act on that behalf which was read a first time.
The 30th Rule was suspended and the Council went into Committee of the whole on the second reading
Ald Walkem in the Chair.
The Council resumed.
The Committee rose and the Chairman reported the second reading of the By Law clause by clause - The Report was recieved.
The 30th Rule was again suspended and the By Law was read a third time and passed.
On motion the Council adjourned.
John Herald Mayor
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The 30th Rule was suspended and the Council went into Committee of the Whole on the second reading. Ald Redden in the Chair The Council resumed. The Committee rose and the Chairman reported the second reading clause by clause. The Report was received. The 30th Rule being again suspended the By Law was read a third time and passed.
Ald Carson introduced By Law No 548 entitled "A By Law to amend By Law No 492 entitled A By Law respecting the public markets" which was read a first time. The 30th Rule was suspended and the Council went into Committee of the Whole on the second reading. Ald Richardson in the Chair The Council resumed. The Committee rose and the Chairman reported the second reading of the By Law clause by clause. The Report was received. The 30th Rule being again suspended the By Law was read a third time and passed.
On motion the council adjourned.
(sig'd for) M. Flanagan, City Clerk
Monday 8 o'Clock P.M. Kingston May 18th 1896
A meeting of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kingston was held this day. Present: His Worship the Mayor Aldermen: Allen, Behan, Carson, Drennan, Hewton, Martin, Minnes Newlands, Redden, Richardson, Robinson, Stewart, Strainge, Tait, Walkem
The Clerk read the minutes of the last meeting.
Communications summarized by Clerk were read and referred as follows:
From L.W. Dyde Secretary Childrens Aid society requesting the of one of the unoccupied basement rooms of the City Building for an office. Referred to the Committee on City Property.
From Bryant and Carnagie Re: Names placed on streets. Referred to the Board of Works.
From Annie Morris Taxes. Referred to the Court of Revision.
From F.C. Ireland, City Treasurer showing fees received to date from Market No 1. Referred to Finance Committee.
From George Thompson Collector of Taxes giving statement of Taxes received to date. Referred to Finance Committee
From J.G. Forster & Co soliciting the patronage of the Council for the Kingston