Mélissa Hébert

The Council discussed and passed several resolutions, including the adoption of a regulation regarding the occupation and maintenance of buildings, and received notices of motion for new regulations concerning parking and the ethics code for elected officials. Financial matters included the authorization of a loan by note, the cancellation of residual balances with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and approval of the first installment to the ACAF organization for their cultural mandate. The Council also reviewed and approved various invoices for payment.

The council reviewed and unanimously adopted the municipal budget for the 2026 financial year, including a detailed breakdown of estimated expenditures and revenue sources. Additionally, the council approved the triennial capital expenditure program for 2026-2027-2028 and provided notice of motion for the upcoming adoption of a by-law regarding 2026 taxation and tariff rates.

The Council discussed various municipal items including the final installment of the 2025 local development agreement, the contract for calcium chloride distribution, and the introduction of new by-laws regarding heritage sites and building maintenance. Financial and administrative approvals were granted for infrastructure programs (TECQ), local road maintenance cost attestations, tax debt management, and servitudes for Hydro-Québec. Additionally, the Council appointed representatives to the family and seniors' policy committees, approved expenditures for local housing, and authorized a grant application for library cultural activities.

The Council discussed and acted upon several administrative and operational matters. These included the approval of invoices and budget transfers, and the authorization of a financial aid application for the PRACIM 2025-2028 program for municipal building improvements. The Council also finalized contracts for 2026 geotechnical studies, awarded payments for gravel road work and culvert replacements, and made appointments to the Urban Planning Advisory Committee and the position of Deputy Mayor. Furthermore, they adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, provided support for a snowmobile club project, accepted an agreement regarding private snow removal for Rang 4 Sud, and received various mandatory filings, including pecuniary interest declarations and election expense reports.

The meeting focused on the adoption of the 2022 taxation and pricing regulations, including property tax rates and compensation fees for municipal services such as waste collection and sewer infrastructure. The council discussed the final acceptance and release of funds for various infrastructure works and public project contracts. Additionally, the agenda addressed scholarships for youth and administrative procedures regarding municipal tax payment schedules and due dates.