Pat Miljour

The council discussed various administrative, financial, and public works matters. Key actions included appointing a councillor for the library and as the official representative to Réseau BIBLIO CRSBPO, adopting a revised snowplowing by-law, appointing a Pro-Mayor, and designating representatives for the MADA program. The council also requested the MTQ install sidewalks on Route 301 and evaluate the installation of a four-way stop at the intersection of Route 301, Harrison Road, and Cawood Road. Furthermore, the council renamed Bethany Hall to the Centre Communautaire Danford Lake Community Center, approved a grant application for library funding, and expressed support for the Wear Red for Women Heart Health initiative. Financial approvals were made for accounts paid and payable for the month of January, as well as petty cash records. Committee reports covered urbanism, septic inventory, public security, and library portfolio updates.

The meeting began with the Opening, Declaration of Use of Language, Approval of Agenda, Declaration of Decorum, and Declaration of Interest. Key administrative items included reports from the Mayor regarding MRC Pontiac and Municipal affairs. A significant decision was made to discontinue snow removal services on Balm of Gilead Road because the requesting resident no longer meets the bylaw requirements. Notice was given for a motion regarding the Snowplowing Bylaw. Council unanimously approved hosting the 2026 Winter Carnival on January 31, 2026, and approved attendance, with associated expenses covered by the Municipality, for the Mayor, Councillor Jessica Cayer, and Director General Isabelle Cardinal to attend the FQM Congress. In finance, the Municipality approved accounts paid ($30,153.17) and accounts payable ($53,170.52) for December 2025, along with petty cash expenses ($138.85). Discussions also covered the completion of the 2026 budget, which included setting the mill rate at 0.7432 (a decrease), and anticipated tax reimbursements due to property reassessments showing property value decreases. Further discussions addressed public works concerning backhoe repairs and tender preparation, the sale of a teeter-totter to make way for new parkours equipment, preparation for the March break camp, and a proposal to change the name of Bethany Hall to remove religious affiliation to potentially increase eligibility for government grants.

The key discussion item for this special meeting was the adoption of the 2026 Budget. The budget adoption included specific proportionments for General taxes (.3564), Police service (.0944), Fire service (.0783), Environment (.0599), and MRC Shares (.1542), resulting in a 2026 Mill Rate of .7432.

The meeting commenced following the reading of the Declaration of Use of Language and Declaration of Decorum, with no declarations of interest or conflict reported. Key agenda items included the approval of the 2026 Council Meeting Calendar and the submission of a form for Pecuniary Interest. Decisions were made regarding the closure of the Municipal Office between December 23rd and January 4th. The Council formally supported a $5,000 funding application to the MRC Pontiac for the 150th Anniversary Celebration scheduled for June 13, 2025. The 2026 Municipal Budget adoption was set for December 22nd. Additionally, the Council adopted the Policy for the Overtime Management and approved expenses for the Holidays tradition. In finance, resolutions were passed to approve accounts paid ($49,126.49) and accounts payable ($29,927.35) for November 2025, and petty cash ($169.35) for the same month. Committee reports covered various municipal areas, including public works which noted work on snowplowing and plans for a backhoe tender. Committee discussions also touched upon the Santa Claus Parade and improvements in cellular service.

The meeting commenced with the opening, declaration of the use of language, and reading of the declaration of decorum, with no declarations of interest or conflict reported. Key resolutions included the unanimous approval of the agenda with additions. Administration covered the MRC Pontiac Report, noting no meeting that month. Key actions involved authorizing the Municipality to host the Fifth Annual Santa Claus Parade in partnership with the DLRA, authorizing the Snowmobile Association access to municipal properties, and approving the submission of an application for the Canada Student Summer Job program for five students across the summer camp and senior's program. The agenda also included the scheduling of a Meet and Greet event with elected officials and the opening of the Artisan Pop-Up Shop for November 21st. Financial matters included the unanimous approval of accounts paid ($103,617.30) and accounts payable ($71,064.50) for October, as well as the petty cash for October ($169.35). Discussions also touched upon efforts to change all streetlights to LED, the offering of a trial Fall Camp, and activities associated with various community associations, including the upcoming Remembrance Day ceremony.