AGENDA* – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION – 1st meeting – February 13, 2025 – 12:30 p.m. to 2:15 p.m.

Procedural opening of the Economic Development Commission meeting to confirm that enough members are present to conduct business.

Formal approval of the meeting agenda by the commission members.

Opportunity for commission members to disclose any personal or financial interests that may conflict with the items being discussed.

Official filing of the minutes from the previous commission meeting for record-keeping purposes.

A dedicated time for members of the public to ask questions and for commission members to raise issues or observations regarding economic development.

An update on the status of ongoing projects and actions taken following decisions made in previous commission meetings.

Presentation of the 2024 annual report for the Economic Development Commission (CDÉ) and a review of the ongoing 2021-2026 strategic plan. This item provides transparency regarding the city's economic progress and long-term development goals.

A discussion and analysis regarding how high school dropout rates affect the local labor market and overall economic growth in the Outaouais region. This session aims to explore the link between education levels and the city's economic health, which is vital for long-term workforce planning.

Discussion of miscellaneous items not included in the formal agenda.

Announcement of the date for the next commission meeting.

Formal closing of the meeting.