Natasha Pagé

The council discussed and resolved several municipal matters, including the relocation of a shipping container for the Société de transmission électrique Cedar Rapides and a minor variance to regularize an existing garage. Traffic safety measures were addressed with the authorization of new stop signs. Major infrastructure projects were advanced, specifically the contract award for the boulevard Archambault extension and the mandate for project supervision and quality control to the FQM. Additionally, the council authorized a land exchange for a retention basin, approved budget adjustments for personnel and emergency services equipment, and awarded a contract for tent rentals. The meeting also included reports on infrastructure updates, condolences to the mayor, and a public question period covering topics such as water analysis, local traffic calming, and information requests on municipal projects.

The council meeting covered various administrative and financial matters, including the ratification of an intermunicipal agreement with Saint-Polycarpe and the appointment of an authorized signatory for banking services. Several minor variances were approved for land reconfigurations and property installations. The council also approved the 2026 budget for the Centre Sportif Soulanges, requested a revision to the TECQ 2024-2028 program guidelines regarding granular road recharging requirements, and awarded a contract for a geotechnical study. Additionally, the council approved a financial contribution for school graduation awards and discussed the status of a bridge project during the Varia and question period.

The council meeting addressed several municipal matters, including the submission of multiple draft bylaws regarding building sanitation, urban planning, zoning, subdivision, construction, permits, and architectural integration. The council made decisions on minor variance requests, authorized an update to the regional heritage inventory, and approved the use of urban planning funds for payment of a professional invoice. Additionally, a contract for sewer network flow and load studies was awarded, an elected official was designated as responsible for family policy, two new first responders were hired, and the council formally supported the 'Le communautaire à boutte!' movement advocating for community organization funding.

The council discussed and approved various municipal regulations including nuisance control, urban planning, zoning, construction, and permit processes. Several minor variance requests were evaluated with some authorized and others refused. Key administrative actions included the appointment of the Urban Planning Advisory Committee presidency, the filing of election expense reports, the adoption of a fire safety risk coverage implementation plan, and authorization to apply for firefighter training grants. Additionally, the council entered an intermunicipal agreement for fire department management, addressed tax-related property sales, acknowledged a deadline extension for the MRC development scheme, and proclaimed a national day for positive mental health promotion.

This urban plan outlines a development vision for the Municipalité de Rivière-Beaudette over a 15-year horizon, with projections extending to 2041. It focuses on consolidating and energizing the village core, diversifying residential and commercial offerings, responsibly developing infrastructure, preserving natural environments and heritage, and adapting to climate change. The plan's overarching goal is to foster a dynamic, balanced, harmonious, and sustainable living environment that respects its natural and historical character for current and future generations.