"governance"

This item concerns the formal designation of a councillor to fulfill specific legal requirements under the Cities and Towns Act. It is a procedural administrative matter regarding municipal governance and representation.

This item presents the initial findings regarding the city's administrative or governance review process. It serves as the foundational analysis for proposed structural changes.

This item outlines the core principles guiding the city's new governance model. It establishes the framework for how the municipal administration will operate moving forward.

The city is formalizing a new hybrid governance model for economic development, involving a partnership between the City and ID Gatineau. This model aims to improve organizational performance and service delivery to businesses, with the new delegation agreement subject to provincial approval.

This item addresses the governance structure for economic development initiatives within the City of Gatineau, ensuring oversight and strategic alignment for future growth.

Formal adoption of the governing rules for the various committees and commissions that advise the city council.

Council adopted updated statutes and bylaws for 13 municipal committees and commissions to reflect current operational realities and clarify processes.

Council approved a new governance model for economic development, which involves a hybrid partnership between the City and *ID Gatineau*. This model includes a new delegation agreement and the repatriation of certain responsibilities to the City to improve organizational performance.

The commission discussed the potential creation of a municipal arts council. Consultants presented findings comparing Gatineau to other cities, noting that while Gatineau invests in culture, it lacks specific financial levers for individual artists. The discussion explored two scenarios: full delegation of arts funding to a council or a specialized mandate. No final decision was made, and further analysis and consultation with the artistic community are planned.

Council will review and finalize recommendations for the city's Public Participation Policy. This policy outlines how the city engages residents in decision-making processes.

Council adopted a new Public Participation Policy to replace the previous reference framework. This policy aims to make public engagement more accessible and operational, following recommendations from a working committee and a review of the city's participatory governance structure.

The commission received an update on the municipal volunteer support strategy, which was adopted by the council on February 18, 2025. The strategy focuses on improving support for non-profit organizations, clarifying municipal roles, and providing training in governance and ethics.

The City is evaluating the feasibility of establishing an Arts Council in Gatineau. A team of consultants has been hired to analyze governance and financial aspects, with a final report expected in the fall of 2025. The commission discussed how this potential council would align with existing support programs.

Council is approving a revised work plan for the Finance Committee for the 2024-2025 period. This mandate outlines the committee's priorities and objectives regarding the City's financial oversight.

The committee recommends replacing the existing municipal citizen participation framework with a new, updated Public Participation Policy to modernize how the city engages with residents.

The committee recommends establishing a new Public Participation Office to act as a neutral, independent body for managing public consultations, similar to models in other major cities.

Formal approval of the meeting agenda by the commission members.

The City is reorganizing its economic development structure, adopting a 'mixed optimized model' and establishing a steering committee to oversee the transition.

The committee discussed the governance structure for economic development in Gatineau. The recommendation is to adopt 'Scenario B,' an optimized mixed model, to better align the city's economic development strategy with the Bureau of Economic Development and external partners like ID Gatineau.

This item is a procedural update regarding the activities or findings of the Living Together Commission (Commission du vivre-ensemble). It serves as an information session for committee members.

Council modified the Ombudsman's mandate to set a minimum term of three to five years (renewable once) and directed the administration to advocate for the integration of the 'Venice Principles' into provincial legislation regarding municipal ombudsmen.

The Gatineau Ombudsman (OG) is proposing to extend their term length from three to at least five years, with the possibility of one renewal. This change is intended to align with the 'Venice Principles' regarding the independence and stability of ombudsman offices.

The commission outlined the process for electing new co-chairs. Interested members must submit their CVs in May, with elections scheduled for June.