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up a Report (Number 369 Book E) which was read and adopted.
Ald Redden move seconded by Ald Thompson That the line of street submitted by Streets Committee be adopted and City Solicitor be authorised to prepare the necessary papers to secure the same.
In amendment Ald Harty moves seconded by Ald J Wilson That the City Engineer be requested to report to this Council at its next meeting the probable cost of opening up Sydenham Street from Johnston to Princess streets - which being put was carried and the original motion was lost - Yeas Mayor Smythe Aldmn Adams, Carson, Clements, Drennan, Gildersleeve, Harty, Irwin, Little, McDermott, O'Brien, Robinson, J Wilson, W Wilson - 14 Nays - Aldmn Birmingham, Dunn, Redden, Shannon, Thompson - 6
The Council went into Committee of the Whole on the second reading of the By Law to open up and make a street from Montreal street to Redden street in continuation of Picard street.
Ald McDermott 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 was suspended and the By Law was read a third time and passed.
Ald Gildersleeve introduced a By Law to regulate proceedings in respect of By Laws relating to local improvments which was rad a first time
On motion of Ald Gildersleeve seconded by Ald Carson Ordered, That the By Law be printed and circulated amongst the members of the Council
The council went into Committee of the Whole on the second reading of the By Law to make further provisions respecting the erection of protected wooden buildings within the Fire limits
Ald O'Brien 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 was suspended and the By Law was read a third time and passed.
The Council went into Committee of the whole on the second reading of the By Law to name a street and to abolish the name now used for part of the same.
Ald Redden in the Chair The Council resumed.
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A communication fom John D Ronald was read Re Steam Fire Engine. Referred to Committee on Fire, Water and Gas and Mayor
A communication from the Revd WB Carey Rural Dean of Frontenac was read asking for a remission of rent of City Hall on the occasion of the meeting of the Foreign and North West Missionary Secretary of the Church of England.
The Clerk was directed to write to the Revd WB Carey Rural Dean stating that a resolution of Council passed some time ago for bid a remission of the Rents of the Halls
Ald Shannon here entered Ald Harty from the Committee on Finance and Accounts brought up a Report (Number 370 Book E) which was read and adopted
Ald Drennan brought up the petition of Charles Donoghue asking for a store for Weigh House No 2 Market.
On motion of Ald Drennan seconded by Ald Little Ordered, That the Committee on Markets have power to act on petition of CD Donoghue.
The Chairman from the Committee on Streets brought up a Report which was read.
On motion of Ald Gildersleeve seconded by Ald McDermott Ordered, That the report of the Committee on Streets be received and that it be referred to the Committee on Finance to report whether they can provide funds for drain referred to on Pembroke street.
The Report of the City Engineer was read Re opening up of Sydenham street between Princess and Johnston street with cost of same and reporting that the space between the rails of the Street Railway Company track requires immediate repair
On motion of Ald Gildersleeve seconded by Ald McDermott Ordered, That the City Solicitor be instructed at once to notify the street Railway Company to repair the portion of the street between their track forthwith
On motion of Ald Redden seconded by Ald Thompson Ordered, That the City Solicitor be authorised to proceed with the nessary advertisement of procedure for the opening of Sydenham street per plan laid before the Council at its last meeting
Ald Thompson here left
Ald McDermott moves seconded by Ald Hobart That the City Engineer be authorised to proceed with the grading of that portion of Ontario street East of Princess street with granite as it is in a very deplorable condition - the resolution was declared our of order
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The Chairman from the Committee on Fire, Water and Gas brought up a Report (Number 371 Book E) which was read and adopted
On motion of Ald McDermott seconded by Ald Gildersleeve Ordered, That the City Engineer be requested to furnish to the next meeting of the Council a statement of all expenses incurred in connection with the street watering By Law.
On motion of Ald Whiting seconded by Ald Redden Ordered, That His Worship the Mayor be authorised to issue the usual proclamation requesting the observance of Thursday 12th Novr instant as a day of Thanksgiving the same having been proclaimed by the Dominion Government.
On motion of Ald Harty seconded by Ald Whiting Ordered, That the amount appropriated in the Budget for payment of the Reporters be paid them
Ald Dunn here entered
On motion of Ald Gildersleeve seconded by Ald Harty Ordered, That the sum of eight hundred dollars be paid to His Worship the Mayor being the sum usually paid in respect of the discharge of the duties of his office
On motion the Council adjourned
M Flanagan, City Clerk Edward H Smythe, Mayor
Monday 8 OClock PM Kingston November 16th 1885
A meeting of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Kingston was held this day. Present
His Worship the Mayor Aldermen Bermingham, Carson, Clements, Drennan, Dunn, Harty, Hobart, Little, McDermott, Redden, Robinson, Shannon, Thompson, Whiting, J Wilson, W. Wilson
The Clerk read the minutes of the last meeting
The City of Toronto presented a memorial volume of Toronto to Council and the City of Newark a copy of Annual Report
The Clerk was directed to acknowledge the receipt and convey thanks of Council
A Communication from CFC Smith was read Re As
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A Communication from Mr Robert McLean Secretary Underwriters Toronto was read. Re classification of Kingston
A Communication from Mr Smith President Underwriters Toronto was read in reference to incendiary fires in Kingston. Referred to the Mayor.
A Communication from JC Swain was read stating he will institute an action for alledged damages to premises. Referred to the Committee on Streets to report.
A communication from Martin Strachan & Son was read asking for the use of Fire Engine at their place of business Barriefield in the event of Fire. Referred to the Committee on Fire, Water and Gas.
A Communication from the members of the City Fire Department was read tendering resignation.
Also from Mr Matthew Bateson Chief of the Kingston Fire Department tendering resignation. Both communications were referred to the Committee on Fire Water and Gas
Ald Gildersleeve here entered.
A Communication from James Wilson Esquire Manager Water Works was read stating the Company will hold the City liable for payment of special vote of Hydrant as long as it remains attached to the Company's main. Referred to the Committee on Fire, Water and Gas
A Communication from James Shannon Esquire Secretary Board of Trade was read Re Chemical Engine and increase of Police Force - the part of Communication respecting chemical engine was referred to the Committee on Fire, Water and Gas
On motion of Ald Whiting seconded by Ald Birmingham Resolved, That in the opinion of this Council it is deemed expedient to increase the Police Force permanently but that the Police Commissioners should in this emergency employ the services of a detective and on special occasions add temporary constables Yeas - 11 Nays w1
Petitions respecting taxes were submitted and referred to the Court of Revision
Ald Durn brought up the petition of William G Strainge Re erecting Brick veneered buildings. Referred to the Committee on Fire Water and Gas
The tender of JH Taylor for the Office of Chimney Viewer &c was read and referred to the Committee on Fire Water and Gas
Ald Hobart from the Committee on Finance and accounts brought up a Report (Number 372 Book E) which was read and adopted.
The Chairman from the Committee on Fire Water and Gas brought up a Report (Number 373 Book E) which was read and adopted.
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Ald Dunn brought up the petition of G.F. Wilson asking for a refund of six months Taxes on frame building which was pulled down in May last to make improvments. Referred to Court of Revision
Reports from William Irving City Engineer were read. Re Water Tank and cost of street watering.
On motion the Council adjourned
Edward H Smythe Mayor
Monday 8 OClock P M Kingston November 30th 1885
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, Hobart, Little, O'Brien, Redden, Robinson, Shannon, Thompson, Whiting, J Wilson
The Clerk read the minutes of last meeting The Clerk read the award Re Corporation City of Kingston and John Maloney - amount of $1250.00 and each party pay his own costs.
A Circular from John Lowe Esquire was read Re Industrial Exhibition to be held in London England in 1886 - Referred to the Committee on Finance &c
A Communication from J Muckleston & Co. respecting Taxes was read and referred to the Finance Committee
A Communication from the Alert Hose Company was read respecting sale of Furniture - Referred to the Committee on City Property
A Communication from W.S. Gordon respecting removal of Night soil was read - left over for present
Ald Thompson brought up the petition of James Marshall and others Re Street watering Barrie street between Princess and Queen streets
On motion of Ald. Thompson seconded by Ald. Dunn Ordered, That the petition of James Marshall and others be referred to the City Engineer with power to act.
Ald. Drennan brought up the petition of Messrs McCammon Brothers asking the Council to allow the building they have erected on Brock street to remain as it is - there was no action taken therein
Ald. Carson brought up the petition of William McCammon and Patrick Clark asking for a reduction of
