Raynald Demers

This 2025-2030 Policy for Age-Friendly Municipality (MADA) for the Municipality of Lacolle aims to create an accessible and adapted community where seniors are valued, supported, and fully integrated. It outlines action plans focusing on transport and mobility, habitat and living environment, outdoor spaces and buildings, security, health and social services, social participation, respect and social inclusion, leisure, and communication and information. The policy seeks to enhance the quality of life for seniors, addressing their needs and recognizing their contribution, to foster a safe and dynamic intergenerational environment.

The council addressed several administrative and financial items, including the approval of paid and payable accounts, the hiring of a new employee for the SAAQ, and the ratification of a vehicle purchase. The meeting covered topics such as support for the day camp at Parc Régional de St-Bernard-de-Lacolle, the approval of a 2025-2027 transport subsidy, and agreements with local youth organizations for skating and hockey programs. The council discussed and approved renovations to the water filtration plant, a minor exemption request for a property on Dawson Street, and expressed concerns regarding the future of a local school. Additionally, the council approved future facility bookings for the Cercle des Fermières, expressed support for the national organ and tissue donation awareness week, and moved to transition the municipal newsletter to a digital format using QR codes.

The council discussed various administrative and financial matters, including the adoption of paid and payable accounts. Key actions included the renewal of a lease for the Au Cœur des Mots organization at the Centre Léodore-Ryan, the hiring of a secretary-receptionist, and the authorization of a temporary loan for the Parc Desjardins extension. Furthermore, the council approved increasing the municipal line of credit, ratified the hiring of a part-time firefighter, and authorized municipal staff to perform grass cutting at the Odelltown Church. Other topics included architectural permit approvals for building facade and balcony renovations, support for environmental projects with Organisation Bleu, reservation requests for community facilities by local organizations, the planning of the 2027 municipal calendar, and approval of an air conditioning installation project at the Centre Léodore-Ryan.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and operational matters. Key topics included the approval of paid accounts and accounts payable, the awarding of contracts for municipal street lining and lawn mowing services, and the repeal of a previous resolution concerning infrastructure projects. The council also authorized a library book loan for a local daycare, approved professional services for the redesign of Parc Desjardins, and formalized a first responder services agreement. Furthermore, the council adopted a fire safety risk coverage plan and its annual report, authorized tree planting initiatives for the Month of the Tree, and approved the purchase of a vertical column pump for the water treatment plant. Additionally, a financial contribution was granted to the Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary, and a motion supporting intellectual freedom in public libraries was formally adopted.

The agenda for this regular session includes the opening of the session, adoption of the agenda, and discussion of administrative and financial matters. Key financial items involve the adoption of paid accounts and accounts payable for February 28, 2026, the deposit of financial operating activities for February 1 to 28, 2026, the renewal of a lease agreement expiring June 30, 2026, the hiring of a full-time secretary/receptionist starting May 4, 2026, and a resolution regarding a temporary loan bylaw for Parc Desjardins, as well as an increase in the maximum credit limit. Public safety items cover monthly reports and the resolution to hire Mr. Maxime Boudreau part-time to the fire brigade effective March 2, 2026. Urban planning topics include activity reports, the deposit of committee minutes, and requests concerning exterior siding changes and balcony replacements at specific addresses. Other correspondence and information involve requests for reservations at municipal centers and discussions regarding the 2027 municipal calendar and support for a pediatric social initiative.