Christian Bélise

The council meeting addressed various municipal topics, including the recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day and the results of a local business contest. Key administrative and operational decisions included adopting a document management policy, confirming mandatory ethics training for officials, and reconstituting the municipal civil security committee. Council members authorized library staffing adjustments, the hiring of a temporary building inspector, and approved fire department internship requests. Additionally, the council discussed disaster relief representations regarding a recent storm, updated travel expense reimbursement policies, and authorized the purchase of new street lighting and street furniture for public spaces. Capital projects, such as the establishment of a food forest in a woodland park, the purchase of storage sheds for community gardens, and the acquisition of new trucks for snow removal, were also approved along with repair work on municipal buildings.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and financial matters, including the approval of payroll and account disbursements, bank account signing authority for newly appointed personnel, and designation of the mayor as a competent celebrant for marriages and civil unions. The council also authorized cancellations of certain accounts receivable, reserved insurance compensation funds for the reconstruction of the chalet at Parc 4 Vents, and addressed salary and vacation payments for staff. Furthermore, the meeting covered the adoption of the 2023 ecocentre budget, the creation of a permanent environmental officer position, the renewal of legal services agreements, and the award of waste management contracts. Finally, the council discussed animal control mandates, Hydro-Québec infrastructure easements, financial support for a suicide prevention center, the holiday schedule for municipal offices, and infrastructure grant applications for the local road network.

The council meeting addressed several operational and community matters. Key discussions included an investigation into alleged unauthorized work and lack of permits at a private campsite owned by the mayor, with council members distancing themselves from the actions. The council also approved financial payments for police services, authorized a pilot road safety awareness project, supported the Canadian Red Cross agreement, and approved participation in the National Data Day for breast cancer research. Furthermore, the council awarded scholarships for the Havre Jeunesse Gala and reviewed financial assistance applications for employee training and seasonal hiring needs.

The council discussed the pre-financing of loan regulations and authorized a bond issue for municipal financing purposes, with the National Bank selected as the most advantageous bidder. Additionally, the council approved the hiring of a mechanic and authorized a contract for asphalt crushing services for road maintenance.

The council discussed various municipal affairs, including sewer intervention, the appointment of a new general manager, modifications to street lighting, and the deregistration of property plots following tax non-payment. Additionally, the council authorized participation in the FQM annual congress, approved employment contracts for fire service and public works personnel, updated internal work policies, and finalized agreements for snow removal services. The council also addressed public path mapping, the maintenance of municipal buildings, and youth school premise surveillance.