2025.03.18 – Ordinary meeting of the Gatineau City Council held in the Jean-Despréz hall of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 7 p.m.
⭐ Notable items (27)
Council approves minor variances to allow a commercial building to be converted into four residential apartments. This project helps increase housing density in the area.
Council approves a specific development plan to allow commercial activities and the installation of video lottery terminals at this location. This permits the business to operate under specific conditions set by the city.
Council approves a zoning change to allow taller buildings (up to 6 stories) in a specific area of Pointe-Gatineau. This change is intended to encourage higher-density development.
Council approves a zoning amendment to expand a residential zone and allow for new commercial and community services. This aims to provide more amenities for residents in the Mitigomijokan district.
Council approves the creation of a new zoning area in Lucerne to facilitate residential and community development. This allows for future growth and services in that specific neighborhood.
Council updates city-wide rules for outdoor water use, such as lawn watering. These changes are designed to conserve drinking water and ensure more sustainable usage across Gatineau.
Council approves $45,000 to implement temporary traffic safety measures in the Laval, Kent, and Aubry street area for the upcoming summer. This is intended to improve pedestrian and road safety in a busy part of the city.
The city provides formal input to the local school board (CSSPO) regarding their long-term plan for school space needs. This ensures the city's urban planning aligns with the school board's future requirements.
Council approves $650,000 in funding to help a housing cooperative prepare a site for development. This covers the costs of demolishing old structures and cleaning up the land, which is a necessary step for building new housing.
Council approves an amendment to existing agreements to update the terms of provincial funding for affordable housing projects. This ensures the city can continue to receive and manage these grants effectively.
Council renews an agreement to continue funding the operating costs of low-income housing units. This ensures that these essential housing properties remain financially viable and available to residents.
Council approves the use of reserve funds to cover unexpected repairs at a local fire station. This ensures that emergency services can continue to operate from a safe and functional facility.
This framework establishes how the city will provide annual financial support and develop new community gardens. It aims to promote local food production and green spaces across Gatineau.
The city has finalized an updated policy on how residents can participate in municipal decision-making. This ensures that public consultation processes remain modern and inclusive.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Police Department to improve operational efficiency.
The city is adjusting the high-level organizational structure of the municipal administration and the General Manager's office.
The city is authorizing a public sale of properties with unpaid property taxes, scheduled for June 18, 2025.
The city is reducing a previous loan authorization by over $2.4 million to reallocate funds toward the Accès Logis Québec affordable housing program.
The city is approving a corporate donation of $50,636.58 to support the 2024 Centraide Outaouais fundraising campaign, which helps local community organizations.
The city is providing a $25,000 grant to help beautify the schoolyard at Le Carrefour elementary school in the Touraine district, represented by Councillor Tiffany-Lee Norris Parent.
The city is providing a $35,000 grant for the second phase of schoolyard improvements at École des Cépages in the Versant district, represented by Councillor Daniel Champagne.
The city is formally expressing its opposition to the proposed nuclear waste disposal facility near the surface in Chalk River, citing environmental concerns.
Council is directing the Urban Planning Department to remove mandatory minimum parking requirements from the zoning by-law. This change is intended to encourage more flexible development and reduce reliance on cars.
The city is partnering with the federal government to receive funding for a new textile recycling initiative, aiming to reduce waste sent to landfills.
This agreement secures provincial funding for social initiatives in Gatineau over a five-year period. It supports programs aimed at reducing poverty and social exclusion through the Quebec Social Initiatives Fund.
The city is partnering with the local health authority (CISSSO) to support an organized encampment project. This initiative provides a safer, managed environment for individuals experiencing homelessness in the city.
Council has directed city staff to study or implement a tax on parking lots. This is a policy tool often used to encourage better land use and generate municipal revenue.
Council formally approves the list of items to be discussed during the meeting. This is a standard procedural step required to begin the session.
Council votes to allow the meeting to continue past the standard 11:00 PM cutoff time to ensure all agenda items are addressed. This ensures the city can complete its business without needing to reconvene.
Council formally approves the official records of previous meetings. This confirms that the minutes accurately reflect the decisions made by council on those dates.
Council approves a minor exception to zoning rules to allow for the construction of a single-family home. This allows the property owner to proceed with building despite a slight deviation from standard regulations.
Council approves a minor exception to zoning rules to allow for the construction of a single-family home. This allows the property owner to proceed with building despite a slight deviation from standard regulations.
Council approves a minor exception to zoning rules to allow for the construction of a single-family home. This allows the property owner to proceed with building despite a slight deviation from standard regulations.
Council approves a minor zoning variance to allow for the replacement of a cooling tower at a commercial property. This ensures the building can maintain its climate control systems while complying with city standards.
Council approves minor variances to allow a commercial building to be converted into four residential apartments. This project helps increase housing density in the area.
Council gives final approval to a specific development plan (PPCMOI) to regularize the status of a semi-detached home. This ensures the property complies with city planning requirements.
Council approves a specific development plan to allow commercial activities and the installation of video lottery terminals at this location. This permits the business to operate under specific conditions set by the city.
Council approves a zoning change to allow taller buildings (up to 6 stories) in a specific area of Pointe-Gatineau. This change is intended to encourage higher-density development.
Council approves a zoning amendment to expand a residential zone and allow for new commercial and community services. This aims to provide more amenities for residents in the Mitigomijokan district.
Council approves the creation of a new zoning area in Lucerne to facilitate residential and community development. This allows for future growth and services in that specific neighborhood.
Council updates city-wide rules for outdoor water use, such as lawn watering. These changes are designed to conserve drinking water and ensure more sustainable usage across Gatineau.
Council approves $45,000 to implement temporary traffic safety measures in the Laval, Kent, and Aubry street area for the upcoming summer. This is intended to improve pedestrian and road safety in a busy part of the city.
Council approves a permit for exterior repairs to a stone building. This ensures that renovations to heritage or architecturally significant properties follow city design guidelines.
Council approves heritage-related repairs for the property at 172 Rue Notre-Dame-de-l'Île. This ensures the preservation of the building's historical character.
Council approves heritage-related renovations for a detached accessory building at 18 Rue Hanson. This ensures that work on the property respects local heritage standards.
The city provides formal input to the local school board (CSSPO) regarding their long-term plan for school space needs. This ensures the city's urban planning aligns with the school board's future requirements.
Council approves $650,000 in funding to help a housing cooperative prepare a site for development. This covers the costs of demolishing old structures and cleaning up the land, which is a necessary step for building new housing.
Council approves an amendment to existing agreements to update the terms of provincial funding for affordable housing projects. This ensures the city can continue to receive and manage these grants effectively.
Council renews an agreement to continue funding the operating costs of low-income housing units. This ensures that these essential housing properties remain financially viable and available to residents.
The city enters into an agreement to host a vocational training program for water treatment at city facilities. This partnership supports local education and helps train future professionals in the water management sector.
Council reappoints a member to the city's commission focused on environmental issues and climate change. This ensures the commission continues its work with experienced members.
Council appoints a new member to the city's commission focused on environmental issues and climate change. This brings new perspectives to the city's environmental policy discussions.
Council approves an agreement to provide municipal services (like water and sewage) to a new residential development at 25 Allée Riley. This is a standard step for new housing projects to ensure they are connected to city infrastructure.
Council approves the use of reserve funds to cover unexpected repairs at a local fire station. This ensures that emergency services can continue to operate from a safe and functional facility.
Council authorizes temporary road blocks for charitable fundraising events on specific dates. These events allow local organizations to collect donations from drivers safely.
Council authorizes a road block for the Opération Enfant Soleil fundraising campaign on June 7, 2025. This event helps raise money for children's health services.
Council formally acknowledges the resignation of a member from the Youth Commission. This is a procedural step to update the commission's membership records.
The city is authorizing the donation of benches from the former Centre Robert-Guertin arena to be sold to citizens and fans. This initiative serves as a fundraising activity for the city.
This framework establishes how the city will provide annual financial support and develop new community gardens. It aims to promote local food production and green spaces across Gatineau.
The city has finalized an updated policy on how residents can participate in municipal decision-making. This ensures that public consultation processes remain modern and inclusive.
The city is accepting grants from the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec to support the presentation of Quebec-based performing arts. This funding helps bring local cultural shows to Gatineau residents.
Council is appointing a new representative to oversee the pension fund for the city's blue-collar employees.
Council is appointing a new representative to oversee the pension fund for the city's police officers.
Council is appointing a new representative to oversee the pension fund for the city's firefighters.
This item authorizes a change to the collective agreement for city staff, specifically regarding the appendix related to working conditions.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Arts, Culture and Letters Department to improve operational efficiency.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Water and Waste Management Department to improve operational efficiency.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the IT Department to improve operational efficiency.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Police Department to improve operational efficiency.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of this department to improve operational efficiency.
This update adjusts the job classification and car allowance policies for city management employees.
This update adjusts the salary policy specifically for the leadership team within the Fire Department.
This is a secondary update to the job classification and car allowance policies for city management employees.
The city is adjusting the high-level organizational structure of the municipal administration and the General Manager's office.
The city is authorizing a public sale of properties with unpaid property taxes, scheduled for June 18, 2025.
The city is adopting a tax relief measure related to the implementation of the PS 3280 accounting standard regarding asset retirement obligations.
The city is reducing a previous loan authorization by over $2.4 million to reallocate funds toward the Accès Logis Québec affordable housing program.
The city is approving a corporate donation of $50,636.58 to support the 2024 Centraide Outaouais fundraising campaign, which helps local community organizations.
Council is appointing a new member to the commission responsible for advising on economic growth strategies in Gatineau.
The city is entering into an agreement to loan staff or resources to ID Gatineau, the city's economic development agency.
The city is providing a $25,000 grant to help beautify the schoolyard at Le Carrefour elementary school in the Touraine district, represented by Councillor Tiffany-Lee Norris Parent.
The city is providing a $35,000 grant for the second phase of schoolyard improvements at École des Cépages in the Versant district, represented by Councillor Daniel Champagne.
The city is formally expressing its opposition to the proposed nuclear waste disposal facility near the surface in Chalk River, citing environmental concerns.
Gatineau is officially supporting the City of Blainville in its efforts regarding provincial Bill 93, which concerns the transfer of property ownership.
Council is directing the Urban Planning Department to remove mandatory minimum parking requirements from the zoning by-law. This change is intended to encourage more flexible development and reduce reliance on cars.
The city is partnering with the federal government to receive funding for a new textile recycling initiative, aiming to reduce waste sent to landfills.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Fire Department to improve operational efficiency.
The city is adjusting the internal management structure for the Aylmer and Hull service centres. This change aims to improve administrative efficiency and service delivery for residents in these sectors.
This agreement secures provincial funding for social initiatives in Gatineau over a five-year period. It supports programs aimed at reducing poverty and social exclusion through the Quebec Social Initiatives Fund.
Council has approved an updated work plan for the Finance Committee. This ensures the committee remains focused on its priorities regarding the city's budget and financial oversight for the current term.
The city is partnering with the local health authority (CISSSO) to support an organized encampment project. This initiative provides a safer, managed environment for individuals experiencing homelessness in the city.
Council has directed city staff to study or implement a tax on parking lots. This is a policy tool often used to encourage better land use and generate municipal revenue.
This item confirms the temporary appointment of a new director for the Hull Service Centre. This role is responsible for overseeing municipal operations and services within the Hull sector.
The city officially recognizes May 3, 2025, as World Press Freedom Day. This symbolic act highlights the importance of a free and independent press in a democratic society.
Formal conclusion of the municipal council meeting.