Alleyn-et-Cawood (City)

The meeting began with the Opening, Declaration of Use of Language, Approval of Agenda, Declaration of Decorum, and Declaration of Interest. Key administrative items included reports from the Mayor regarding MRC Pontiac and Municipal affairs. A significant decision was made to discontinue snow removal services on Balm of Gilead Road because the requesting resident no longer meets the bylaw requirements. Notice was given for a motion regarding the Snowplowing Bylaw. Council unanimously approved hosting the 2026 Winter Carnival on January 31, 2026, and approved attendance, with associated expenses covered by the Municipality, for the Mayor, Councillor Jessica Cayer, and Director General Isabelle Cardinal to attend the FQM Congress. In finance, the Municipality approved accounts paid ($30,153.17) and accounts payable ($53,170.52) for December 2025, along with petty cash expenses ($138.85). Discussions also covered the completion of the 2026 budget, which included setting the mill rate at 0.7432 (a decrease), and anticipated tax reimbursements due to property reassessments showing property value decreases. Further discussions addressed public works concerning backhoe repairs and tender preparation, the sale of a teeter-totter to make way for new parkours equipment, preparation for the March break camp, and a proposal to change the name of Bethany Hall to remove religious affiliation to potentially increase eligibility for government grants.

The key discussion item for this special meeting was the adoption of the 2026 Budget. The budget adoption included specific proportionments for General taxes (.3564), Police service (.0944), Fire service (.0783), Environment (.0599), and MRC Shares (.1542), resulting in a 2026 Mill Rate of .7432.

The meeting commenced following the reading of the Declaration of Use of Language and Declaration of Decorum, with no declarations of interest or conflict reported. Key agenda items included the approval of the 2026 Council Meeting Calendar and the submission of a form for Pecuniary Interest. Decisions were made regarding the closure of the Municipal Office between December 23rd and January 4th. The Council formally supported a $5,000 funding application to the MRC Pontiac for the 150th Anniversary Celebration scheduled for June 13, 2025. The 2026 Municipal Budget adoption was set for December 22nd. Additionally, the Council adopted the Policy for the Overtime Management and approved expenses for the Holidays tradition. In finance, resolutions were passed to approve accounts paid ($49,126.49) and accounts payable ($29,927.35) for November 2025, and petty cash ($169.35) for the same month. Committee reports covered various municipal areas, including public works which noted work on snowplowing and plans for a backhoe tender. Committee discussions also touched upon the Santa Claus Parade and improvements in cellular service.

The meeting commenced with the opening, declaration of the use of language, and reading of the declaration of decorum, with no declarations of interest or conflict reported. Key resolutions included the unanimous approval of the agenda with additions. Administration covered the MRC Pontiac Report, noting no meeting that month. Key actions involved authorizing the Municipality to host the Fifth Annual Santa Claus Parade in partnership with the DLRA, authorizing the Snowmobile Association access to municipal properties, and approving the submission of an application for the Canada Student Summer Job program for five students across the summer camp and senior's program. The agenda also included the scheduling of a Meet and Greet event with elected officials and the opening of the Artisan Pop-Up Shop for November 21st. Financial matters included the unanimous approval of accounts paid ($103,617.30) and accounts payable ($71,064.50) for October, as well as the petty cash for October ($169.35). Discussions also touched upon efforts to change all streetlights to LED, the offering of a trial Fall Camp, and activities associated with various community associations, including the upcoming Remembrance Day ceremony.

The meeting commenced with the opening, recording, and reading of declarations regarding language of choice and decorum. The agenda was approved with additions. Discussions included a public inquiry regarding the publication of the Election notice, where the Director General cited cost-saving measures and unreliable mail delivery due to a strike. Administration reports covered the MRC Pontiac meeting and the FQM Congress. Council unanimously expressed full support for the Pilot Project on Municipal Evaluation proposed by the MRC Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, with resolutions sent to various bodies. Other resolutions included approving Chemin de la Traverse as an official new private road and supporting a grant request to add a parkour to the park. Financial matters involved approving accounts paid and accounts payable for September, as well as the petty cash report. Reports from various committees detailed activities such as the installation of CB radios and GPS units for municipal trucks, preparation for winter operations including shutting down the splash pad, details on the Fall Camp, and updates on preparations for Remembrance Day and a Thanksgiving supper.