MINUTES – PUBLIC – LEISURE, SPORTS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (CLSDC)
⭐ Notable items (4)
A citizen raised questions regarding the framework for supporting sports associations, specifically concerning the selection of major partners and the optimization of gymnasium usage. The city noted that it is currently working on data collection to improve the equitable management of sports infrastructure.
The commission reviewed options to revise financial accessibility programs for leisure and sports activities. Members leaned toward implementing a municipal social pricing model combined with mechanisms to reduce barriers to participation, aiming to better support vulnerable families and improve equity.
The city provided an update on the Western Multifunctional Complex, noting that a call for tenders for management/operations has been launched and architectural planning is underway. Public consultations regarding the use of community rooms are expected to continue in the spring.
The commission reviewed the 2024 Park Surveillance Program, which patrols over 80 parks to ensure safety and respectful use. Plans for 2025 include expanding patrols to skating rinks and sliding areas, as well as maintaining year-round surveillance.
The commission opened its meeting, welcomed new citizen member Annie Lapointe, and noted that the 2024-2025 work plan is in its final year. The meeting schedule is shortened due to the upcoming municipal elections in November 2025.
The commission adopted the meeting agenda after removing item 6, which will be discussed in a closed session.
No members declared any conflicts of interest regarding the items on the agenda.
The minutes from the previous meeting were filed, and the commission confirmed that a citizen's request regarding a cross-country ski trail at Parc des Cèdres (Cedars Park) has been addressed.
A citizen raised questions regarding the framework for supporting sports associations, specifically concerning the selection of major partners and the optimization of gymnasium usage. The city noted that it is currently working on data collection to improve the equitable management of sports infrastructure.
This item was withdrawn from the public agenda to be discussed in a closed session.
The commission reviewed options to revise financial accessibility programs for leisure and sports activities. Members leaned toward implementing a municipal social pricing model combined with mechanisms to reduce barriers to participation, aiming to better support vulnerable families and improve equity.
The city provided an update on the Western Multifunctional Complex, noting that a call for tenders for management/operations has been launched and architectural planning is underway. Public consultations regarding the use of community rooms are expected to continue in the spring.
The commission reviewed the 2024 Park Surveillance Program, which patrols over 80 parks to ensure safety and respectful use. Plans for 2025 include expanding patrols to skating rinks and sliding areas, as well as maintaining year-round surveillance.
The commission noted that 53% of the 2024-2025 work plan has been implemented, with the renewal of municipal leisure and sports policies still pending.
The commission reviewed the upcoming 2025 presentation schedule, which includes a planned inter-commission meeting on May 30, 2025, to discuss the Integrated Outdoor Policy and accessibility program revisions.
No items were raised under Varia.
The next meeting of the Commission is scheduled for April 16, 2025.
The meeting was adjourned at 5:18 p.m.