Louis Audet

The board meeting focused on the adoption of by-law number 317-25-1, which amends the previous by-law regarding the imposition of tax rates, compensations, and payment terms for the 2026 fiscal year. Specifically, the council addressed updates to the public safety tariff and the schedule for the first tax installment.

This action plan outlines a comprehensive set of initiatives aimed at enhancing community life, environmental sustainability, and economic development within the municipality. Key focus areas include diversifying recreational and cultural programming, promoting health and social services, improving municipal communications, strengthening environmental protection through water management and habitat preservation, and fostering urban development and local entrepreneurship. The plan also emphasizes regional collaboration and citizen engagement to achieve its goals.

The council discussed various administrative and municipal matters, including the adoption of a code of ethics for municipal officials and new tariffs for municipal goods and services. A memorandum regarding the necessity to rethink municipal taxation was authorized. The council addressed tax collection procedures, including debt listing and sales for non-payment of taxes. Appointments were made to the Advisory Committee on Urban Planning and the Economic Development Advisory Committee. Additionally, the council approved urban planning regulation amendments, authorized a request for professional services for riparian strip characterization, and approved infrastructure projects including sewer and water main extensions and roof snow removal for the sports complex. Financial support was granted to community projects, local fundraising events, and a student mini-enterprise.

The board meeting involved the adoption of the agenda and the presentation of a notice of motion regarding a draft by-law to amend the existing regulation on tax rates, compensations, and payment modalities for the 2026 fiscal year. Additionally, a public question period was conducted as part of the proceedings.

This Economic Development Policy for the Municipalité d'Adstock serves as a strategic roadmap for the period 2025-2030, aiming to guide its long-term growth and prosperity. The policy is structured around four primary axes: enhancing attractiveness and housing, strengthening industries, businesses, and local services, developing recreational tourism and vacationing, and fostering agroforestry and biofood sectors. The intended outcome is to establish Adstock as a dynamic, attractive, and sustainable environment for residents and businesses, marked by population growth, diversified economic activity, and an improved quality of life.