Audrey Caza

The Council discussed the adoption of municipal by-laws, including tax rates, pricing for municipal services, and fees for building owners benefiting from waterway projects. Additionally, the Council authorized lease agreements for postal systems and mailing equipment, approved renewal agreements for public and adapted transportation services, and amended previous resolutions concerning real estate transfer duties, equipment acquisitions, and budget allocations. Finally, the meeting included appointments to the Urban Planning Advisory Committee, review of accounts payable, budget reallocations, and initiation of proceedings for the sale of properties due to municipal tax delinquency.

The Council discussed the appointment of a secretary for the Urban Planning Advisory Committee and addressed inquiries regarding committee composition and project evaluations. Key business included the acquisition of a High Field Patrol 660 boat, the filing of financial and external auditor reports for the 2023 fiscal year, and the approval of purchase orders and account payments. The Council also resolved to denounce the cost allocation method used by the Vaudreuil-Soulanges MRC for recyclable material collection and joined a group purchase mandate for road de-icing materials through the Union of Quebec Municipalities. Additionally, several bylaws were adopted concerning municipal pricing of goods and services and the repeal of obsolete bylaws.

The council held an extraordinary meeting to discuss and approve a contract with Sûreté Protec inc. for patrol services related to water usage restrictions in the city. The council authorized the firm to patrol the territory and enforce municipal regulations regarding water consumption and prohibition measures.

The meeting addressed a variety of municipal matters, including the council's position on the ALTO project's impact on local communities and the appointment of substitutes for advisory committees. Administrative items included workspace reorganization, financial report filings, municipal budget management, and policy updates regarding social media and personnel probation. Public works and infrastructure projects were authorized, specifically regarding bridge maintenance, roof replacement for municipal buildings, and power generation equipment upgrades. Furthermore, the meeting covered multiple urban planning applications, land development requests, and the naming of a new street, alongside applications for recreational infrastructure funding and playground renovation contracts.

The council authorized an contract for a citizen participation policy with IC NOVA and awarded a contract to Industries Toromont ltée for the acquisition of a new backhoe. The council adopted amendments to the internal regulations of advisory committees and approved the payment of accounts and financial reports for March 2026. Financial resolutions included the approval of a loan by note, authorization of a legal settlement related to park fees, and support for a municipal cooperation grant project. Urban planning approvals included modifications to professional services contracts, authorization of various projects under the P.I.I.A. (Architectural Integration and Implementation Plan), and a minor variance for solar panel installation. Finally, the council approved a grant for Collège Bourget, supported a school active mobility project, and appointed official representatives to Tricentris and Réseau BIBLIO.