Serge Catman

The council reviewed and presented several draft bylaws, including updates to fee schedules for services, new regulations regarding dry hydrants, and amendments to fire safety prevention services. The council also approved the final acceptance of the municipal wharf renovation project and authorized the release of the residual contractual holdback payment to the construction company.

The council conducted a special session featuring the recognition of distinguished service for a fire captain. Key administrative actions included appointing new members to the Fire Protection Commission and amending the internal regulations governing council sessions. The council also authorized a progress payment for the fire station expansion project and approved an updated regional fire safety assistance fee schedule for the upcoming year.

The council adopted a regulation regarding the financing of goods, services, and activities. It authorized an amendment for the expansion and roof renovation of the fire station and approved the sixth progress payment for the same construction project. Furthermore, the council approved participation in two intermunicipal projects funded by the Fonds régions et ruralité for the acquisition of a specialized washer and a breathable air cascade system for the fire department.

The council discussed various administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key topics included the sale of properties for unpaid taxes, adoption of amendments to municipal bylaws regarding service financing, authorization of out-of-court settlements, and membership in professional municipal associations. Personnel decisions involved hiring and termination updates across various departments, including firefighting and public works. The council also approved funding for community organizations, authorized a road blockade for a local event, and supported regional infrastructure initiatives. Furthermore, technical equipment purchases for the fire department were finalized, and updates were provided regarding nautical patrol designations.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and financial matters including approval of accounts, budget transfers, and the annual list of incompressible expenses. Key resolutions included refinancing of loans for road infrastructure, the authorization of expenditures for major repairs on Chemin Masson, and the adoption of the municipal code of ethics and tax bylaws. The council also handled personnel matters such as resignations, new hires, and the mandate of the Quebec Federation of Municipalities for union negotiations and job evaluations. Furthermore, discussions covered the procurement of IT equipment, the implementation of a paperless council management system, and the approval of amendments to construction and engineering contracts for community facilities, including the gym renovations.