"Maison du citoyen"

This item concerns the awarding of a contract for the modernization of four elevators at the Maison du citoyen. This project is necessary to ensure the continued safety and reliability of vertical transportation in the city's main administrative building.

The city has awarded a contract to Kone inc. for the modernization of four elevators at the Maison du Citoyen. This project, valued at $2,146,259.38, was awarded to the lowest compliant bidder.

The City is launching the 'Espace citoyen' (Citizen Space) project to centralize and improve in-person municipal services. This includes building new service centers at the Maison du citoyen and the Gatineau Sports Centre, while closing existing service counters at 775, boulevard de la Carrière and 144, boulevard de l’Hôpital.

The City is formalizing an agreement to provide *ID Gatineau* with office space at the *Maison du citoyen*, parking, and technological support. This agreement outlines the terms of the lease and IT services, ensuring *ID Gatineau* has the necessary resources to carry out its economic development mandate.

The City is launching the *Espace citoyen* (Citizen Space) project to centralize and improve in-person municipal services. This includes building new service centers at the *Maison du citoyen* and the Gatineau Sports Centre, while closing existing counters at *775 boulevard de la Carrière* and *144 boulevard de l’Hôpital* to streamline access for residents.

The Commission will collaborate with the Institut du Nouveau Monde for the National Gathering of Young Elected Officials. A sub-committee was formed to organize the Commission's participation, which will include networking and workshops at the Maison du citoyen and École secondaire de l'Île.

This item concerns the appointment of a representative to the board of directors of the regional health authority, the CISSS de l'Outaouais. This is a routine governance matter to ensure municipal representation in regional health and social services oversight.

This is a routine procedural item to formally close the municipal council meeting. It also provides notice of the date and location for the next scheduled council meeting.

This item records the formal submission of a letter to the municipal council by Mr. Michel Chaîné. The letter has been provided to council members for their review.

The Commission reviewed the 'Vélo-Transit' secure bike locker pilot project. Due to technical issues and low usage, the Commission recommended extending the current rental agreement for one year to allow for better promotion and further evaluation before deciding on a long-term strategy.

This item presents the draft of Bylaw 961-2024 for council consideration. The bylaw establishes a framework for charging contributions to fund municipal infrastructure projects, which is a significant policy tool for managing the costs of city growth and development.

The City of Gatineau received a Silver certification as a 'Bicycle Friendly Community' and a Bronze certification for the *Maison du citoyen* as a 'Bicycle Friendly Organization'. The commission discussed recommendations for improvement, including better cycling infrastructure in parking areas and programs for immigrant communities.

The Commission acknowledged a letter from the Hull Island Residents' Association regarding library hours at the Maison du citoyen.

The city will contribute $4,500 to the Coopérative de développement régional Outaouais-Laurentides to support the 'Rendez-vous de la nouvelle vague municipale' event, which will be held at the Maison du citoyen on September 13, 2024.

This item concerns the appointment of an Assistant Director for the Land Planning and Management and Programs department. It also includes a standard notice regarding the next council meeting date and location.

A roundtable discussion where members were briefed on the upcoming 2024 Forum on Immigration, Integration, and Living Together, scheduled for May 8 at the Maison du citoyen.