Jean Simoneau

The council discussed and advanced several administrative, financial, and infrastructure items. Key topics included notice of motions and project deposits for municipal codes of ethics and a loan by-law for the reconstruction of Kindalane Street. Administrative actions involved human resources contracts and applications for financial assistance for local projects in cooperation with neighboring municipalities. Financial approvals covered accounts, transfers, and authorized expenditure reports. Public works projects were addressed, specifically the awarding of contracts for park maintenance and engineering services for culvert repairs. Community initiatives, such as the Neighborhood Festival, support for the Renouée project, and the lending of recreational equipment, were also supported.

The council meeting addressed a variety of administrative, financial, and urban planning matters. Key topics included the adoption of by-law 399-2026 regarding peddling, approval of an intermunicipal agreement for recyclable materials management within the Brome-Missisquoi MRC, and the adoption of by-law 398-2026 concerning building occupancy and maintenance. The council also approved a service contract for municipal road grading, accepted the 2025 fire safety annual report, and appointed new members to the urban planning advisory committee. Additionally, financial assistance was granted to several local cultural and community organizations.

The council discussed administrative matters including cybersecurity measures following a recent incident and the procurement of a new multifunction printer. The council approved joining the Rues Principales network to access municipal support services. Furthermore, the council committed to adhering to the requirements of the Quebec Water and Collective Infrastructures Transfer Program (TECQ) for the years 2024-2028, ensuring responsibility for project management and implementation of planned works.

The key discussions during the session included the adoption of By-law Number 397-2026 concerning the imposition of property tax and compensation for the 2026 fiscal year. Notices of motion and deposition of drafts were given for several new by-laws, including those related to peddling, traffic and parking, peace, order and nuisances, and the business of a dealer in second-hand goods. Financially, the board approved accounts and transfers totaling $75,551.27 as of February 6, 2026, and received the report of authorized expenses up to December 31, 2025. In urban planning and development, reports on planning permits were reviewed, an application for tree cutting at 33, rue Thibault Sud was accepted under specific conditions, and the Board requested the citizen committee on planning and housing to prioritize a list of essential local services for the M-02 zone. Furthermore, authorization was granted for a reforestation project on un-surveyed land. The adoption of the draft for By-law Number 398-2026 regarding building occupancy and maintenance was approved, scheduling a public consultation meeting for March 9, 2026. The board also approved the transmission of an invitation for the 'Sculpter l'hiver à Abercorn' activity.

The agenda for this regular session included several key administrative items, specifically moving forward with the adoption of By-law Number 397-2026 concerning the imposition of property tax and fees for the 2026 fiscal year. Additionally, notice of motion and tabling of drafts were scheduled for By-laws concerning peddling, traffic and parking, public peace, order, and nuisances, and second-hand trade. Financial matters involved reviewing accounts, transfers, and a report on authorized expenditures. Urban planning and development topics included discussions on the Urban Planning and Housing Citizen Committee, proposed by-laws regarding building occupancy and maintenance, and land acquisition/use related to the Abercorn diversified riparian woodlots. Other items included public security, environmental hygiene, public works (bulk trucking clause), leisure, culture, heritage, and a period for questions.