Alain Dubé

The council discussed and approved a feasibility study for the extension of water and sewer networks in the Turgeon Street sector. Additionally, they appointed two members to the Urban Planning Advisory Committee to fill vacancies. The council also authorized the purchase of a payment terminal for the Parc des Chutes to improve the management of access and parking fee collection.

The Council discussed and took action on several administrative and municipal matters, including the initiation of new regulatory bylaws regarding contract management and budgetary control. Key actions included the allocation of funds to financial reserves for water and sewer services and the working capital fund, a formal request for support regarding the retention of temporary foreign workers in the region, the renewal of membership with Radio Bellechasse-Etchemins, and a contribution to the Fondation Le Rayon d'Espoir. The Council formally opposed proposed overhead high-voltage lines, requested safety perimeter requirements for wind turbines be included in the MRC development plan, mandated a website redesign, approved adherence to an intermunicipal court agreement, and received a councillor's resignation. Additionally, the Council addressed maintenance contracts for municipal roofing and culvert repairs, approved a plan for water and sewer infrastructure renewal, entered into a new concession agreement for the Parc des Chutes restaurant, and advocated for a general environmental assessment of the wind energy sector.

The council adopted several regulations concerning the remuneration of elected officials, internal governance of council meetings, and ethics and conduct for elected officials. The municipality expressed opposition to the federal firearm buyback program, confirmed the required training for elected officials, and adopted a policy regarding expense reimbursement for municipal employees. Decisions were made regarding a youth cultural event, a municipal animal services group project, and the award of contracts for road marking and street drain emptying. Additionally, the council authorized equipment purchases for water infrastructure, mandated leak detection, and initiated rehabilitation work for municipal wells. Finally, the council established a new urban planning advisory committee and approved street closures for a local cultural spectacle.

The council discussed and approved the programming of work for the 2024-2028 Gas Tax and Quebec Contribution Program (TECQ). The council committed to complying with the program guidelines, managing government liability, and submitting annual updates to the work program to receive confirmed government contributions.

This document presents the 2024 review of Armagh's municipal water conservation strategy, outlining current performance in water management and consumption. It details planned actions and recommendations for improving citizen awareness, implementing municipal best practices such as leak repair and pressure regulation, installing water meters, and updating regulations, with deadlines extending to September 2025. The report also projects investment needs for water infrastructure from 2025 to 2034, emphasizing maintenance, service improvement, and fiscal responsibility.