Daniel Painchaud

Key discussion topics for this regular session include administrative matters such as accepting the list of accounts and revenues for January 2026, reviewing the list of properties for tax sale, and the awarding of a contract for a mandatory accounting audit for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. A motion notice was given regarding a borrowing by-law (No. 25-307) for water system capacity increase projects on Industrielle and Principale streets. Public safety items involve the adoption of By-law No. 26-312 concerning itinerant vendors and food trucks. Transportation includes the renewal of a municipal intervention permit with MTQ. Urban planning discussions cover building inspector reports, a minor variance request, the adoption of a by-law regarding building occupancy and maintenance, and a project related to land consolidation for Ferme d'Albanel Inc. Leisure and Culture items include reports from the library, acceptance of the budget for Spring Break activities, and decisions regarding library fees and sports/leisure grant applications.

The extraordinary session agenda focuses on financial matters. Key discussion points include the presentation and adoption of the three-year capital plan for 2026-2027-2028, the presentation and adoption of the 2026 budget forecasts, and the introduction of a motion for the adoption of Bylaw No. 25-310, which establishes the tax rates and service fees for the 2026 fiscal year. A question period is also scheduled.

The meeting addressed various administrative and municipal matters, including the acceptance of the March 2024 accounts list and revenue report. Discussions involved the refurbishment of 153, rue Principale, the nomination of a team leader for public works, and the adoption of the OMHMC's 2022 financial statements. Budget revisions for 2024 were adopted, and a maintenance protocol for the Véloroute des Bleuets was signed. Additionally, there were deliberations on public safety, transportation, and urban planning, including amendments to zoning regulations and discussions on housing development. The council also addressed leisure and cultural activities, such as setting rates for the 2024 day camp and authorizing a right of way for hot air balloons during the Festival de la gourgane. Resolutions were passed regarding the TECQ program and its funding concerning demographic growth.

The council meeting included discussions and resolutions on various topics such as accepting the list of accounts for February 2023, FQM Congress 2023, CPA membership renewal authorization, amending loan bylaw no. 22-281 for the construction of a changing room and renovation of outdoor skating rinks, Cévimec BTF - balancing of roles 2024-2025-2026, ADMQ registration for the 2023 congress, PRIMEAU - application for a grant for work on the 5th Rang, Englobe Corp. - service offer for the development of the water source protection plan, sale of land - purchase offer from Jennifer Pelchat, adoption of draft bylaw no. 22-284 concerning the demolition of buildings, authorization of the payment of the annual grant to the Association des sportifs d'Albanel, Festival de la gourgane, Bibliothèque Denis-Lebrun, Maison des jeunes 12-17 ans, adoption of the room rental policy, application for a grant to the Financial Assistance Program for Recreation for People with Disabilities 2023-2024, AGL-LGBT Saguenay-Lac-Saint-Jean - International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, DAFTA - grant to the Villa de la Gaieté, Fondation DI TSA - recognition of Quebec Intellectual Disability Week.

The bulletin includes information on municipal services, library activities, and community events. Key discussion topics include municipal council meetings, waste collection schedules, and various announcements related to construction permits, property maintenance, and animal control. The bulletin also highlights community activities such as B.A.N.G. activities, piano lessons, and library events. Additionally, it covers important safety reminders related to outdoor activities and illegal cannabis production.