Benoît Faille

The council discussed and approved several administrative items, including a migration to fiber optic internet services and the adoption of a directive on the exclusive use of the French language. Human resources decisions included the resignation of the interim general manager, the appointment of a new general manager and assistant general manager, and the management of contract extensions and staffing. The council also approved public safety initiatives such as fire protection inspection services, the purchase of thermal imaging equipment, and specialized software. Additionally, the council authorized the renewal of a lawn mowing contract, approved participation in a regional bulk purchase program for abrasives, permitted the free use of municipal facilities for various community activities, and appointed a representative for a provincial social housing renovation financial assistance agreement.

The council meeting addressed several administrative and human resources items. The 2024 financial statements were deposited and accepted. Regarding human resources, the council approved a retroactive salary adjustment for an employee effective September 2025 and authorized the hiring of an executive search firm to recruit a new Director General and Clerk-Treasurer following the departure of the current interim director.

The council discussed and approved the migration of its internet service to fiber optics and adopted a directive for the exclusive use of the French language. Human resources actions included accepting the resignation of the interim general manager, appointing a new general manager and assistant general manager, extending an employee contract, and authorizing the posting of a vacant position. Public safety initiatives included approving an inspection and maintenance service offer for fire protection systems, purchasing thermal imaging equipment and software, and updating the fire department's software tools. Other business covered renewing a lawn mowing contract, participating in a group purchase of abrasives through the Union des municipalités du Québec, granting free room access for community activities, and authorizing a representative for a housing renovation program.

The council discussed various administrative and municipal matters, including the appointment of members to several municipal committees, the dissolution and reconstitution of the urban planning advisory committee, and the renewal of a lease for the Ambioterra group. Financial actions included the approval of monthly expenses, the authorization of a legal mandate for a dispute concerning non-compliant property work, the approval of a budget for the purchase of a new truck for public works, and the support for a first responder service agreement. Additionally, the council resolved to support the local minor hockey association through subsidies and authorized an agreement with the Canadian Red Cross for disaster response services.

The council discussed and approved the deposit of the 2024 financial statements. Regarding human resources, the council approved a retroactive salary adjustment for an employee as recognition for their dedication and decided to retain an executive search firm to recruit a new Director General and Clerk-Treasurer following the departure of the interim staff member.