TOWN BOARD MEETING.

Waipa Post, Volume IV, Issue 188, 14 February 1913, Page 3

TOWN BOARD MEETING.

The regular monthly meeting of the above Board was held in Bockett's Buildings last night, the following members being present.—Messrs A. S. Wallace (chairman), W. Taylor, S. Mathews, J. B. Teasdale, and Dr Reekie.

Minutes

The minutes of the previous meeting were read and. confirmed. Finance. The clerk reported the bank overdraft to be £6l 7s id. Grader. The chairman reported that Park Road had been graded and also the Te Rahu road, and that work would be started at once on the Hairini road. Teasdale Settlement.

The chairman reported that members of the Board had inspected Mahoe, Mangapiko, and Mutu streets on Wednesday with Mr H. Munro Wilson with a view to the expending of the £250, the balance of the original grant for loading, and that Mr Wilson had promised to draw up plans and submit an estimate at an early date. Resolution Rescinded.

The resolution providing for the proposed closing of the street in the Presbyterian Church property was rescinded according to notice of motion to that effect given by Mr Mathews. This was owing to the withdrawal of the Rev. Woollass' guarantee in the matter.

Tarring

The chairman's action in giving instructions for the tarring of Roach Street from Ross and Co.'s corner to the Town Hall was endorsed by the Board. Fire Brigade.

A deputation from the Te Awamutu Volunteer Fire Brigade consisting of Messrs Bxkerstaff, Edwards, Amor, and Haselden, waited on the Board to ask for financial assistance in providing equipment, which was estimated to cost £2oo.—After some discussion it was resolved that the Board contribute £75 and find a site for the station provided the public contribute £125. '

Outward Correspondence.

The outward correspondence was read and approved. Inward Correspondence.

A letter was received from Messrs H. Andrew and Son asking for the use of the Board's grader for a few days' work on McGarry Avenue.—lt was resolved that Mr Andrew be informed that the matter would be considered when the Board's work was completed: A letter was received from the Waipa County Council stating that it could not permit the carting of water pipes' on county roads from 30th May to 30th September.—Received.

A long letter was read from Mr Blackman, gas engineer, asking whether the Board had yet decided for gas or electricity. — Held over pending Mr Black's report on electricity.

A letter was read from Dr Henderson asking for the removal of the high grass and weeds obstructing the footpath leading to his residence. —Resolved that the footpath be cleared, and that owners of neighbouring properties be given notice to cut back fences projecting on footpaths.

A letter was received from Mr J. Langmuir asking the Board to grant him the sole right to show pictures at the hall, and also for a reduction on taking the hall for two nights per week. —Resolved that the clerk be instructed to reply that the Board could not reduce the tariff, and did not approve the granting of sole rights to anyone. A letter was received from the Commissioner of Crown Lands stating that the Board's application for a grant of £ISOO out of the proceeds of sale of township land in the Te Awamutu settlement could not be entertained. It was resolved that the clerk be instructed to write to Mr J. A. Young, M.P., forwarding a copy of the Commissioner's letter, and asking him to interview the Minister of Public Works on the matter.

A letter was forwarded by Mr J. A. Young, M.P., from the Hon. W. H. Herries, Minister for Railways, regretting that no rebate could be made on the gazetted rates for conveyance of water pipes. Received. Town Beautifying.

Dr Reekie gave notice of his intention to move at the next general meeting of the Board that a scheme of tree planting throughout the town be drawn up, and a committee appointed to investigate the matter and report. Town Hall. The clerk read Mr Warren's report on suggested improvements and alterations to the Town Hall. It was resolved that the architect be instructed to draw up plans and submit an estimate for the extension of the auditorium to the back of the present stage, and the. erection at the rear thereof of an up-to-date stage, and that proper exits be provided for. Water Works. The clerk was instructed to again apply to the owners of steamers on the Waipa river for quotations on carriage of pipes. Sanding.

It was resolved that the matter of sanding the roads be dealt

with at next regular meeting or at a special meeting to be called by the chairman if found necessary.

Noxious Weeds.

It was resolved that the Inspector be requested to notify owners to clear noxious weeds on their frontages, and that the Board inspect the Park Road Domain on Saturday morning at II a.m., the inspector having given notice calling on the Board to clear it of noxious weeds. Accounts. The following accounts were passed for payment : Merryweather £24 3s, Bygrave £3 13s 3d, Gifford £1 14s 6d, WAIPA POST £5 5s 6d, A. Young and Co. £2 2s 2d, Bickerstaff £3O 16s 6d, Battson £1 4s, Auckland Gas Co. £lB 9s, Paul £3, Ross and Co. 3s, Spinley £1 6s, Waikato Times £2 14s, Argus £3. Adjournment.

The Board adjourned till Monday 17th at 7.30 p.m. to meet Mr IT. Munro Wilson and discuss the matter of the .expenditure of the £2OOO grant and general business.