Jean Simoneau

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.

The agenda for the session includes the opening of the session, adoption of the agenda, and discussion of administrative items, specifically retaining services from Morency Société d'avocats and Vox Avocats, and the introduction of draft by-law number 397-2026 concerning the imposition of property tax and compensations for the 2026 fiscal year. Financial matters, including accounts and transfers, are scheduled for review. Other topics cover public safety, environmental hygiene, urban planning and development (including the citizen advisory committee on land use and housing), roads and public works, leisure, culture and heritage (including follow-up with the Abercorn 100th Anniversary Committee), miscellaneous items, and a question period.

The ordinary council meeting addressed several administrative matters, including accepting service proposals for 2026 from Morency Société d'Avocats and Vox Avocats, to be funded by the general fund. A notice of motion was given regarding the proposed By-law number 397-2026 for imposing property tax and compensation rates for the 2026 fiscal year, with the draft made available for public review. Financially, the list of accounts and transfers totaling $18,923.41, dated January 15, 2026, was approved for payment. Under planning and development, a resolution was passed regarding the Citizen Committee on Land Use and Housing, officially appointing Councillor Hélène Vézina as the liaison between the Council and the Committee, and permitting other council members to participate in discussions without directing them. The agenda item concerning the Committee for Abercorn's 100th Anniversary Follow-up was removed.

The ordinary council meeting addressed several administrative and financial matters. Key discussions included authorizing the enrollment of elected officials in mandatory training courses offered within the MRC Brome-Missisquoi, covering registration, mileage, and meal expenses, or authorizing online training if officials are unavailable. Financially, the council approved a list of accounts and transfers totaling $79,657.72. Discussions also covered public safety, specifically inviting surrounding municipalities to a civil security training session. In environmental hygiene, a contract was awarded to Aquatech for the operation of wastewater treatment, water intake, and drinking water production facilities for the first quarter of 2026, with hourly support continuing through the end of the year. Public works included the provisional acceptance of work and payment for a culvert replacement on Chemin Pinacle. Finally, a contribution of $350 was approved to the Corporation de développement économique de Sutton for the organization of the Plaisirs d'hiver 2026 event.