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Township to conduct municipal service review in response to report card by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON – Council here has directed township staff to conduct a service review in response to public concerns expressed through the recent Township of Mapleton Council Report Card. In October council members passed a resolution to conduct a survey aimed at obtaining feedback on their first year in office. A total of 55 responses were received and results presented at the Jan. 26 council meeting. Asked to rate council’s overall performance, about 13% of respondents indicated they were very satisfied, 26% were satisfied, 34% were neither satisfied nor dissatisfied, 19% were dissatisfied and 8% were very dissatisfied. With a minority of respondents indicating satisfaction and a number of pointed questions asked by citizens about government operations, Mayor Neil Driscoll suggested coun-
cil hold a meeting to go over survey results and provide a response to questions and concerns raised through the survey. Comments and questions from respondents included: - “why was our CAO fired?�; - “Re: replacement of senior positions (director of public works). What accountable/ transparent committee consists of the mayor and CAO only?; and - “quit wasting (money) on consultants - paying for second consultant to find works director after consultant for CAO?� Following a special afternoon meeting on March 8 prior to a regular evening council meeting, Driscoll said the service review would serve as council’s response, along with increased communication efforts through the township website and other methods. “We’ll use it for growth,� said Driscoll, noting various Continued on page 3
Toy show - Good weather brought people out to the Alma Optimists Toy Show and Sale on March 13 said organizers John and Helen Broadfoot. LEFT: Jenica Tan, from Spinning a Tail, shows off her amigurumi crochet animals at the show. Each animal takes a couple of days to a couple of weeks to make. TOP RIGHT: Bonny McDougall shows off the 2016 International Plowing Match swag at the show. The newest item is a quilt that is being auctioned off. BOTTOM RIGHT: Brayden Blenkiron of Alma took one and a half years to collect his farm toys, modeled after his dream farm. He even made some of the fencing and storage areas. photos by Olivia Rutt
Moorefield kennel owner awarded dog control service contract by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - A local kennel owner has been awarded the contract to handle dog control services for the township. Council approved a staff recommendation to award the contract to Moorefield kennel owner/manager Jennifer Walter, who will take over services from previous contractor Jo-Alan Animal Care Services, which has indicated it is are getting out of the business. At the Jan. 29 meeting, council deferred a decision on a recommendation to
enter a joint agreement for animal control services from the Guelph Humane Society (GHS) with the municipalities of Wellington North, Guelph-Eramosa and Centre Wellington. At the time, several councillors expressed concerns over costs and service levels. Under the proposed agreement, Mapleton’s fixed cost would be allocated for the first year on a representative population basis, at approximately $30,300. The current provider,
Jo-Alan, was paid approximately $6,000 in 2015 for a standby fee, and $6,123 for other services. Revenues in 2015 were $16,350 in dog tag fees and kennel licenses and $1,095 in fines. At the March 8 meeting, CAO Brad McRoberts presented a report indicating two responses had been received to a request for proposals: one from Walter and one from Jim Renwick, who currently provides animal control services in Minto, South Bruce, North Huron and Howick.
“Although likely both vendors are capable of providing the service, the proposal from Jennifer Walter is comprehensive, well presented and includes the required insurance coverages,� McRoberts noted in the report. “The proposal from Jim Renwick would not provide kennel inspections and the kennel facilities would be located in Clifford.� Using fee schedules provided by the applicants and 2015 call statistics, the proposal from Walter, who has education in small animal train-
ing and nutrition, would cost $16,425 in year one (excluding mileage and kennel fees), McRoberts explained. The Renwick proposal would cost approximately $3,350 in year one (excluding mileage and kennel fees and allowing $2,000 per year for insurance, assuming it could be purchased). The 2016 budget allows $40,000 for this services, “which would be more than adequate for either proposal.� McRoberts told council the service would continue to be “reactive,� whereas the Guelph
Humane Society proposal would have resulted in a “proactive� service. “This doesn’t mean Ms. Walter is going to be circulating around looking for stray dogs and enforcing poop and scoop regulations,� he pointed out. “I’m happy with the way this turned out,� said councillor Marlene Ottens. “A local person ends up getting a little extra money and if your dog ends up getting picked up it’s locally in Moorefield. And the cost is much lower,� she added.
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Candy cane skaters - The junior skaters were dressed for the Candyland theme during a rehearsal session for the Drayton Skating Club’s annual ice carnival, which was held on March 12. Additional photo on page 8. photo by Caroline Sealey
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by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Water and wastewater rates here are under review due to lower-thananticipated revenues since the municipality moved to metered billing last summer. At its March 1 meeting, the Town of Minto council adjusted water and wastewater charges to make up for a massive shortfall in revenue as local residents reacted to a move to metered billing by cutting usage. Minto treasurer Gordon Duff told his council the water system was “going under by $40,000 a month.� “Certainly we’re seeing that our revenues are lower than our
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projected based upon since we put meters in, so were going through a water rates study as well to look at our water rates to see what adjustments we can make to both address expenses and revenues,� Mapleton CAO Brad McRoberts told the Community News in a telephone interview on March 10. While McRoberts said he didn’t have figures to determine if Mapleton’s shortfall was comparable to Minto’s, he stated, “I suspect it’s the same trend that they’re seeing.� McRoberts said lowerthan-expected revenues are not uncommon when metered billing is first introduced. “Typically what happens
when meters come in is people have an immediate reaction to being billed and they reduce their consumption ‌ Then it gradually increases over time as people get used to it ‌ it might flatline eventually but typically, when it first comes in, people become very conscious of that.� Provincial legislation requires municipal water and wastewater systems to operate on a cost-recovery basis, with no subsidization from taxes. The township operates separate water systems and wastewater systems in Drayton and Moorefield. The Drayton system has about 800 users and Continued on page 5
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Festive fun - Students at Music for Young Children enjoy a Christmas concert every year. submitted photo Hebebrand scored the overtime DRAYTON - The MapletonMinto 81’s advanced to the winner. course,gave special paper five hockey happy spring. TheOf victory the holi81’s WOAAmittens seniorfor‘AA’ are series incorporated into Ms. practices. were days a 4-1 win over the finals withThea mittens 5-4 overtime MYC classes, suchthem as placed on the wallShores in the Tanis’ Winterhawks and moved win over thestudio Saugeen Canada Music Week, shape of the 5 here Olympic rings. into the league finals against Winterhawks March 12. When the rings were com-a Christmas, the ClintonValentine’s Radars. Day and Scott Tregunna recorded Theme for days are plete an Easter. The schedule the final hat trickstudents to lead theenjoyed 81’s attack. as well. Olympics music also class.scored This planned series was not available at Brent Cochrane Throughout the year her past year Ms. Tanis encouraged in regulation time. Duston deadline. the students not only to prac- students participate in a tice but also to think of others, Christmas concert, and a spring recital have the option to by practicing for pennies. Once Sat. March 26,and 2016, 10:30am the pennies were all collected participate in the Palmerston Drayton Kinsmen Park they were donated to Camp Canada Music Week Festival the than Drayton Music Bucko, for burn victims. Bigger and & better last year! For the upcoming year she Festival. are so receptive is planning two new incentives; Donations to“Children Mapleton Preschool to music that it makes sense to a “Tree of Thanks” incentive greatly appreciated. usewelcome! this medium to spark their around Thanksgiving timeAlland families a “Seed Incentive” in the creativity and develop their Don’t forget to bring your basket! Contact Betty @ 638-3299 with any questions. Free
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New economic development officer, building inspector join township staff by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Mayor Neil Driscoll announced two staffing changes at the March 8 council meeting. Driscoll noted that, like the Toronto Maple Leafs, the township â&#x20AC;&#x153;has been in a rebuilding yearâ&#x20AC;? during 2016, as a new CAO and public works director have already been appointed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Unlike the Leafs weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve actually been successful,â&#x20AC;? said Driscoll, pointing out the municipality was able to promote from within to hire a new economic development officer. Jaclyn Dingwall, currently a public works department administration assistant for the township, was hired for the position. Dingwall, who has a bachelor of arts from Wilfrid Laurier University has also worked in Mapletonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clerks and building departments. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So there wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t a job that we could offer to Jaclyn that
Service review planned FROM PAGE ONE council members commented they learned a lot through the exercise. Driscoll noted some respondents provided encouraging comments through the survey. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You seem to be getting more done in shorter amounts of time. Bravo,â&#x20AC;? wrote one respondent. â&#x20AC;&#x153;From what I have read in the newspaper, it appears that council is basing some decisions on what is good for all taxpayers not just one personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s concerns. Feel there is a desire to spend money wisely,â&#x20AC;? stated another. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was nice to see there were some positive comments along with the negative,â&#x20AC;? said Driscoll.
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On the bright side ... Mapleton residents might have to brace themselves for another round of adjustments to the true cost of water. The Town of Minto was recently compelled to adjust its water and wastewater rates, set just last spring, after residents reacted to the sticker shock of their first metered water bills by drastically cutting consumption. The lower use meant Minto was experiencing roughly a $40,000 monthly shortfall between revenue generated and the amount needed to operate and maintain the system. While a review of Mapleton rates is not yet complete, township CAO Brad McRoberts suggested in an interview local trends might be similar to Minto’s. Both municipalities, after all, switched from flat rates to water meters around the same time, using rates set with the aid of the same consulting firm. It’s not as if the use reduction and revenue impact was unanticipated. “If consumption goes down, the only offset to that is to increase the rates,” Dan Watson of Watson and Associates Economists stated at a public meeting in Minto last June, explaining why a review of consumption patterns was recommended after a year. If there’s a bright side to the situation, it is perhaps the confirmation that putting a price on resources formerly perceived as plentiful, even limitless, can actually cause significant alteration to human behaviour, in this case, water usage. Charge enough and people will conserve. As we move into an era of cap and trade policies with governments attempting to reduce carbon emissions enough to have real impact on global warming, the relevant question has not been “Can it work?” but “Will it be enough?” If the experience with local water systems is any indication, it may be that it is - if the caps and prices are set at the proper benchmarks. As with metered water, cap and trade may take a while to find its level. But it’s encouraging to see it may be possible to achieve some long-term gain, in return for the short-term pain we know is coming. Patrick Raftis
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Notice to Ratepayers The first installment of the 2016 Interim Taxes for all property classes are due
March 29, 2016 Taxes may be paid at the following locations: • Township of Mapleton Municipal Office, 7275 Sideroad 16 by cash, cheque or debit/interac • at most Financial Institutions or • by Telebanking/On-line banking with most financial institutions. There is a mail slot available at the office for payments being made after hours. Postdated cheques for the due date are accepted. Taxes may also be paid by mail addressed to the Township of Mapleton, P.O. Box 160, Drayton, ON N0G 1P0
Mapleton’s Green Legacy Continues in 2016 The Township of Mapleton will again be offering a “Tree Day” where tree seedlings will be made available, free of charge, to residents of the Township of Mapleton. Property owners can pre-order up to a maximum of 50 trees (subject to availability) in bundles of 10. Pre-Order Trees by contacting the Township of Mapleton Municipal Office at 519.638.3313
SPECIES AVAILABLE:
Deciduous
• Dogwood, Silky • Maple, Silver • Oak, Bur • Oak, Red • Tamarack
Coniferous
• Cedar, White • Pine, Red • Pine, White • Spruce, Norway • Spruce, White
Donations to the food bank are appreciated.
Pick-up your trees on Saturday, April 23, 2016 Moorefield Sand Shed, 5 Hilwood Drive, Moorefield from 8:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.
What if I Don’t Agree with my Property Tax Assessment? If you feel your assessed value as of the legislated valuation date or property classification is not correct, MPAC will review it by way of a Request for Reconsideration (RfR). The deadline to file your RfR with MPAC is March 31, 2016.
Forms are available from MPAC’s website at
www.mpac.ca
or you may contact MPAC at
1-866-296-6722.
IMPORTANT DATES Traffic stopper - A friendly complaint from a Mapleton resident on Facebook on March 7 pointing out the Mapleton Fire Department’s sign was outdated got this straightforward response on March 8. Fire Chief Rick Richardson told the Community News firefighters, along with a Drayton resident, formulated the response, which generated over 50 likes within a few minutes of a photo of the sign being posted on Facebook. photo by Caroline Sealey
Tuesday, March 22, 2016 Tuesday, March 25, 2016 Monday, March 28, 2016 Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Tuesday, April 12, 2016
1:00pm Regular Meeting of Council Administration Office Closed – Good Friday Administration Office Closed – Easter Monday 6:00pm Mapleton Youth Action Council, Drayton Library 7:00pm Regular Meeting of Council
The Community News, Friday, March 18, 2016 PAGE FIVE
MAPLETON MUSINGS Column courtesy of Mapleton Historical Society and other fish to be caught. Freshwater clams were plentiful in the rapids in that stretch of the river. Frogs, toads and garter snakes made their home along the banks. Wild water cress grew along the creek and cat-tail reeds and wild irises (we called them blue flags) in a small boggy area. Cedar trees interspersed with the odd elm tree provided clumps of shade and wild dogwood branches made wonderful swords for any game of pirates. Oddly enough I don’t recall ever fishing in the river. Mr. Hefkey (we called him grandpa
Hefkey) regularly appeared in hip waders with creel and rod to cast for trout. He walked along or in the river from Drayton trying his luck in all the likely places. He would give us a friendly wave as he passed. Apparently his luck was good as there are stories of Mr. Hefkey sharing his catch with some of the less fortunate families in Drayton. We used those dogwood branches to tease the clams as well. The clams were nestled among the stones in the rapids with their shells agape as they captured nutrients form the water. When a stick was thrust
into their open shell it snapped shut. The clam could then be pulled right out of the water. If one was patient enough the clam would slowly open its shell and release the stick. We were not often very patient so those we pulled out became food for birds and other small animals. Mother frowned on this activity and usually read the riot act when she found us out. We usually wore rubber boots on these adventures to the river flats. No socks at all. If you slipped into a deeper spot and water filled your boot, you just emptied the water out,
Township makes adjustments to employee wage grid
Water rates under review
employees under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Instead, the information is presented as a range of hourly rates, and the actual pay depends on where each employee sits within steps on a salary grid. Chief Administrative Officer Brad McRoberts works under a separate contract, external to the grid. The remuneration of the CAO, whose hourly rate is between $61.53 to $63.95, is not impacted by the changes. For newly-hired public works director Jamie Morgan, the hourly rate on the grid ranges from $45.29 to $53.28. The position of director of finance in Mapleton, held by
Yufang Du, pays $42.47 to $49.69. The hourly pay range for the position of chief building official, held by CBO Patty Wright, is $33.88 to $39.85. The hourly range for the manager of public works posi-
Jordan Mohle
tion is $31.44 to $36.98. The new yet-to-be-filled position of coordinator, assets and infrastructure, will pay an hourly rate between $29 and $34.12. Other positions at the same pay rate include: senior Continued on page 8
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the toe. After the usual antics the poor little fellow found the opening and out it popped, so I didn’t even have to take off my boot. I have often wondered how much my mother worried about us as we played by the river. Maybe she stopped her work and checked on our activities more often than we realized. She certainly seemed to know when we went beyond the set parental bounds. submitted by Jean Campbell
DRAYTON MAPLETON AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY invites everyone to an Appreciation Evening in celebration of
GRANT & EDITH SCHIECK’S
60 YEARS OF VOLUNTEERING IN THE COMMUNITY Thursday, March 24th at 7:00 pm Drayton Agricultural Hall, 49 Elm Street, Drayton REFRESHMENTS PROVIDED
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Wednesday, March 23, 7:00 - 8:00pm P. M. D. Arena, Drayton IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL
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A Message from Solid Waste Services Drayton Blood Donor Clinic Community Christian School 35 High Street Monday, March 28 (Easter Monday), 3:30pm-7:30pm
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FROM PAGE ONE Moorefield’s has 190. Mapleton’s rate structure was devised following a study conducted by consultants Watson and Associates Economists. McRoberts said the issue would come before Mapleton council once the information is compiled.
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by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Township council has approved a new salary grid for 2016. Changes include pay equity adjustments and a cost of living increase of 1.2% retroactive to Jan. 1 for workers employed with the municipality as of March 8. The changes were approved in a 2016 remuneration bylaw approved by council at the March 8 meeting. Council also authorized payment of pay equity adjustments for positions for which levels were adjusted based on the most recent pay equity review, retroactively to either the date the new position was created or to March 1, 2015 for existing position adjustments. The new pay grid adopted by the township reflects an external market check, internal equity and statutory equity requirements, as well as a cost of living adjustment based on Ontario’s consumer price index, officials say. Aside from individuals earning over $100,000 as required under Ontario’s Public Sector Disclosure legislation, councils are not permitted to divulge the specific pay for
put the boot back on and carried on. Another fun activity was catching frogs and toads. What could be more fun than slipping a little toad or frog down the neck of your brother’s shirt? Those rubber boots could also hold a frog as well as your foot. That would result in a great deal of jumping about and screaming, then a chase to catch the culprit. On one such occasion a frog landed, with help, in my boot, which happened to have a big hole in
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MOOREFIELD - SENIORS only 1 bdrm. apt. available April 15, 2016. $625/mth. includes utilities. Call Lori at 519-638-2984.
BACK TO BASICS. Selling fresh duck and chicken eggs. 8110 Wellington Road 8, 519638-0945, No Sunday calls please.
COME TO THE MAPLETON BUDS & BLOOMS horticulture meeting, March 22 ,7:30 pm, Moorefield Optimist Hall. Susan Tienhaara presents: Planting gardens for health benefits- better sleep, stress relief , faster healing for adults & children.
SCRAP CARS, TRUCKS, FARM MACHINERY, HEAVY EQUIPMENT. Scrap metal bins available. We sell quality used auto parts. Kenilworth Auto Recyclers 519-323-1113.
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Ladies Lenten Tea
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Enjoy an afternoon with friends and a fine cup of tea
March 22
1:30pm, Drayton Reformed Church
Full-time position available for production of light-gauge metal flashings and other building materials. An individual who can give attention to details and precise workmanship would be well suited for this position. A background in frame building construction would be an asset. Apply in person to: 7806 Sixth Line, Drayton or contact us at: 519-638-2746 ext 1, or sales@macoenterprises.ca. FOR SALE
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MUSIC
13TH ANNUAL DRAYTON KINSMEN Music Festival on Easter Monday, March 28th. Competitions in piano, guitar, bass, voice and violin. Group & original song competitions. Entry forms available by e-mail or at Drayton School of Music and Shaw Music. Deadline for entry is March 19. Contact Derek at info @ draytonschoolofmusic.ca
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Congregate Dining Programs 12:00pm – 2:00pm People of all faiths welcome! Presentations are free and begin at 12:30pm; if you would like to stay for lunch the cost is $10, this includes a bottomless cup of tea or coffee, a homemade hot meal complete with dessert. Register by calling 519.638.1000.
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PAGE EIGHT The Community News, Friday, March 18, 2016
Wage grid adjusted
Council to consider Sunday gun hunting
by Patrick Raftis MAPLETON - Council will consider allowing Sunday gun hunting after receiving a request from the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters (OFAH). The federation asked council to consider the idea in a letter presented March 8. The federation states 172 southern Ontario municipalities have passed resolutions in support of Sunday gun hunting “with no complaints registered. “I am sure that you can appreciate there are a number of benefits attached to Sunday
gun hunting, including enhanced wildlife management, enhanced public safety and a pro-active approach to crop and livestock predation and economic growth.” The OFAH says the public safety issue revolves around car/deer collisions, noting over 15,000 such accidents occur annually across the province. The federation states in its letter that North Perth and Wellington North allow Sunday gun hunting “and many of your residents, our members, would like to see it approved in the
Township of Mapleton.” Councillor Dennis Craven suggested a staff report be prepared for council to consider. While noting, “I like hunting,” councillor Michael Martin suggested public consultation would be appropriate. CAO Brad McRoberts suggested councillors await a report before further discussion. “We might not even have a bylaw that prohibits it, so a report is necessary,” he said. A resolution directing preparation of a staff report passed unopposed.
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NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION Rehabilitation of Wallenstein Bridge (over Conestogo River), Structure No. B086125, Wellington Road 86, Township of Mapleton County of Wellington Contract, CW2015-043 March 16 until approximately October 15 The County of Wellington has hired a Contractor to complete the rehabilitation of the Wallenstein Bridge (over Conestogo River) on Wellington Road 86 immediately west of the Wallenstein Feed Mill. Work will commence on March 16 until approximately October 15. The scope of work includes the partial depth removal of the bridge deck, removal of asphalt, concrete curb and railing and of deteriorated concrete and patch repairs to the deck surface and soffit, wingwalls, abutments, piers and prestressed girders. It also includes the construction of new deck overhangs, approach slabs and parapet wall and railing, as well as bridge deck waterproofing and paving. Other works include roadway reconstruction, new slip lane to the east for the Wallenstein Feed Mill, steel beam guide rail, energy attenuators, permanent pavement markings and site restoration. There will be lane restrictions in place during construction. Only one lane will be open and controlled by traffic signals. Mark Eby, Construction Manager County of Wellington T 519.837.2601 www.wellington.ca
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Cupcakes on ice - Skaters dressed as cupcakes rehearse a routine for the Candyland-themed Drayton Skating Club carnival, which was held at the PMD arena on March 12.
photo by Caroline Sealey
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DRAYTON FOOD MARKET
“Naturally great tasting tender beef”
Storemade Sausage also available
LUNCH SPECIALS: March 18: BBQ Ribs and Wedges.................................... $6.99 March 22: Chicken Fajita and Wedges............................ $6.99 March 23: Grilled Cheese and Soup or Wedges .............. $5.99 March 24: Macaroni and Cheese.................................... $4.99 The store is currently undergoing renovations. Thank you for your patience during this time.
Mon-Wed: 8-8pm Thu-Fri: 8-9pm Sat: 8-6pm Sun: 11-5pm
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FROM PAGE FIVE services coordinator, deputytreasurer, deputy-clerk, facilities manager, economic development coordinator and building inspector. The township’s public works lead hand, account/payroll clerk and bylaw enforcement officer positions pay from $26.56 to $31.25 per hour. Equipment operators in Mapleton have an hourly pay range of $21.68 to $25.51. That range also applies to seasonal equipment operators, the finance clerk, assistant arena manager and most administrative assistant positions. The positions of arena attendants, caretakers and administrative assistant/reception are paid from $16.80 to $19.77 per hour. Bartenders and crossing guards are paid between $14.37 to $16.90. Fire Chief Rick Richardson receives between $38.75 and $45.59 per hour. Firefighters in Mapleton are paid on a point system, with one point allotted for: - responding to a call; - going to the call; - staying for clean-up; - training sessions before 7:15pm; - training sessions before 8pm; and - monthly meetings. There are two points allotted for attending monthly mutual aid meetings and another two points for weekend truck checks. Funds allotted to the point system are $132,500. The point value is not to go below $10 per point, and a firefighter is allowed $20 per hour after being at a scene of a call for over two hours. The total allocated for the $20 per hour rate is $10,000. Officer remuneration is allocated as follows: deputy chief $5,000, captains $2,000, training officer $3,000 and lieutenant $500. The total cost for all wages for the fire department, excluding the chief, is estimated to be $185,900.
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