Valérie Boucher

The council discussed and adopted a zoning regulation amendment concerning the maximum size of sheds for H4 and H5 uses as well as the maximum size of pool houses. Furthermore, the council awarded a contract to Pavage Go for asphalt paving work related to sports field developments and the repair of an aqueduct break near Pneus Robert Bernard.

The council meeting addressed several municipal matters. Key agenda items included the adoption of a revised code of ethics and deontology for elected officials, and the adoption of a second draft amendment to the zoning by-law regarding the size of sheds and swimming pool pavilions. Furthermore, a motion was presented and a draft by-law was filed regarding a capital expenditure and loan for sewage treatment plant infrastructure work, specifically related to the management of sludge in ponds.

The council meeting addressed various administrative, financial, and regulatory items. Key topics included the approval of supplier payments and salaries, the filing of the 2025 financial report, and the appointment of an auditor for the 2026 fiscal year. The council authorized a short-term loan, approved financial support for student initiatives at École secondaire Paul-Germain-Ostiguy, and endorsed the 2027-2037 space planning by the Centre de services scolaire des Hautes-Rivières. Additionally, the meeting covered procedural notices for new zoning and ethics regulations, the authorization of a grant application for accessibility improvements to the community center, the appointment of an environmental firm for water analysis, and the renewal of mutual aid agreements with the City of Granby. The council also addressed the regulation of potentially dangerous dogs and approved infrastructure maintenance projects, including asphalt crack sealing and road marking services.

The council approved various financial and administrative matters, including the payment of accounts payable, financial support for community organizations and school anniversary celebrations, and the adoption of a municipal regulation for infrastructure improvement works. Key project approvals involved the renovation of the local skating rink, the adoption of an emergency measures plan, authorization for winter maintenance public tenders, and participation in water and recreational infrastructure support programs. The council also addressed municipal land usage, planning and urbanism requests, staff employment status, and training authorizations for the municipal fire department.

The agenda includes the approval of vendor payments, the authorization of financing and loan bylaws for infrastructure improvements including road work on Rang Saint-Ours and sludge management at the treatment plant, and the modification of regulations concerning expense reimbursements. Administrative matters involve the leasing of municipal land, participation in a golf tournament, and updates to a moratorium on construction permits. Human resources topics cover the adoption of a revised organizational chart and the hiring of personnel for various temporary and permanent positions. Planning and urban development issues include requests for minor variances, demolition applications, and architectural integration plans. Additionally, the meeting covers an inter-municipal soccer agreement, contracts for winter road maintenance, and the adoption of the fifth year of the fire safety risk coverage plan.