AGENDA – CITY COUNCIL – MEETING OF JUNE 10, 2025

This is a procedural item to formally approve the list of topics to be discussed during the council meeting. It ensures all councillors agree on the items to be addressed.

Council members review and approve the official records of previous meetings held in May and June 2025 to ensure accuracy. This is a standard administrative step.

The owner of 29, rue des Mineurs is requesting a minor exception to zoning rules to build an attached garage. This allows the city to approve small deviations from standard building regulations.

This request seeks a minor zoning variance to allow the construction of four buildings containing a total of 36 housing units on chemin Vanier. It is a notable project due to the scale of new housing being added.

The property owner at 88, rue Garneau is seeking permission to extend their building into the front yard, which requires a minor variance from current zoning bylaws.

This request concerns a minor zoning variance to allow the construction of a semi-detached multi-family residential building on rue Latour.

Similar to the previous item, this request seeks a minor zoning variance for a semi-detached multi-family residential building on rue Latour.

The owner of 112, chemin Robert-Stewart wants to expand their single-family home and add an extra dwelling unit, requiring a minor zoning variance.

This item addresses a request for a conditional use permit to allow a large 140-unit residential development on rue Papineau. This is a significant project that will impact local density.

This is the accompanying minor variance request for the 140-unit residential project at 210, rue Papineau, necessary to align the project with specific zoning requirements.

Council is giving final approval for a major mixed-use development (residential and commercial) ranging from 7 to 17 storeys on rue Wellington. This project significantly changes the local skyline and density.

This item grants final approval for a specific residential project on a private street (rue Knotty), allowing for a single-family home construction that deviates from standard zoning.

This bylaw amendment proposes to expand one zoning area by incorporating part of another in the Lucerne district. This is part of the city's ongoing land-use planning process.

This is a housekeeping item to formally repeal four older, outdated municipal bylaws, cleaning up the city's regulatory framework.

The city is introducing a new residential renovation program. This bylaw will establish the rules and eligibility for residents looking to renovate their homes with city support.

This amendment updates city rules regarding traffic and parking, specifically addressing right-turn-on-red restrictions, prohibited intersection maneuvers, and one-way street designations.

This bylaw change would allow police officers to have minor disciplinary infractions removed from their personnel files after a period of five years.

This bylaw regulates the use of temporary structures (such as car shelters) on public land, clarifying where and when they are permitted.

The city is authorizing a loan of over $5.1 million to fund its contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ), aimed at increasing the supply of affordable housing.

This is a technical update to the city's urban planning administration bylaw, adjusting the requirements for documentation submitted for planning applications.

This amendment aligns the minimum room size requirements in the building maintenance bylaw with the city's general construction code to ensure consistency.

This amendment removes certain types of minor interventions from the mandatory architectural review process (PIIA), streamlining the approval process for residents.

Similar to the previous item, this removes specific commercial interventions from the mandatory architectural review process to reduce administrative burden.

This update modernizes zoning rules regarding building materials and makes it easier to add a second dwelling unit to a single-family home, supporting housing density.

This item introduces a new comprehensive construction bylaw for the city, which sets the standards for all new building projects in Gatineau.

The city is authorizing a $118,000 loan to fund the construction of curbs on rue du Progrès, between rue de la Forteresse and the western branch of rue Laurette-Routhier.

This bylaw authorizes a $6.7 million loan to fund the city's participation in the 'Qualified Developers Initiative' of the Quebec Affordable Housing Program, aimed at boosting affordable housing construction.

The city is reserving parking spaces at the Théâtre de l'Île to support the Vieux-Hull public market, ensuring vendors and visitors have access to the area.

This item approves the architectural plans for the renovation of a two-family home on boulevard Saint-Joseph, ensuring the work meets local design standards.

This item approves the architectural plans to convert a two-family property into a single-family home on rue de la Baie.

This item approves the architectural plans for the next phase of the 'Village de la Ferme Ferris' residential development, ensuring the new construction aligns with the project's design guidelines.

This item concerns a request to expand a home into the front yard at 88 Garneau Street. The city must review the architectural plans to ensure the expansion complies with local design and neighborhood character standards.

This proposal involves building a new semi-detached multi-family residential building on Latour Street. The council must approve the design to ensure it fits the aesthetic and planning requirements of the Buckingham district.

Similar to the previous item, this is a request to approve the architectural design for a new semi-detached multi-family building on Latour Street. This ensures the new construction aligns with local zoning and design guidelines.

The owner of a detached home on Robert-Stewart Road is seeking approval to expand their property. The city is reviewing the plans to ensure the addition meets architectural and integration standards for the area.

The city is officially adopting an inventory of traditional buildings in the Aylmer sector. This document identifies properties of historical significance to ensure their preservation during future development.

The city is committing municipal funds to support the construction of 79 affordable housing units for students at the UQO campus. This project aims to address the local housing shortage for the student population.

This item involves the architectural approval for a large 140-unit residential building on Papineau Street. The council must ensure the scale and design of this major project are appropriate for the neighborhood.

The city is seeking approval to develop a new park at 20 Laurier Street. This project will provide new green space for residents in the Hull-Wright district.

The city is entering into a partnership with the Kitigan Zibi Anishinabeg First Nation to work together on biodiversity conservation efforts in the Outaouais region.

The city is formally supporting a study to determine if a local wetland can be restored. This is a key step in environmental protection and flood mitigation planning.

This is a routine administrative appointment to renew a member's term on the city's advisory commission dedicated to environmental and climate change issues.

The city is donating a plot of land to a housing cooperative to facilitate the construction of affordable housing units. This initiative is part of the city's strategy to increase the supply of low-cost homes.

The city is granting an easement to Hydro-Québec, allowing the utility company to access or maintain infrastructure on a specific piece of municipal land.

The city is selling several municipal lots on Sablière Street. This is a standard real estate transaction to dispose of city-owned land.

The city is facilitating a land transaction involving a daycare center (CPE L'île des Enfants) on Allumettières Boulevard. This involves the city acquiring and then selling the lot to finalize the property status.

The city is entering into a lease agreement with Rogers Communication to host a telecommunications tower on municipal property.

The city is authorizing the use of reserve funds to pay for professional services required to fix maintenance issues at the Donalda-Charron Library.

The city is establishing a new policy to improve the quality and accessibility of sidewalks and pedestrian crossings. This aims to make walking safer and more convenient for residents.

This item relates to an agreement for providing municipal services (such as water or sewage) to the 'WE3' development project in the Hull-Wright district.

The city is updating its winter parking rules to restrict parking to only one side of the street on certain additional segments. This helps snow removal equipment operate more effectively.

The city is updating its agreement with the Vieux-Gatineau neighborhood committee to clarify roles and support for local community activities.

The city is supporting a local cycling club by authorizing street closures for two race events and providing a financial contribution to help host them.

The city is updating its service standards regarding dog control officers. This affects how the city manages animal control and enforcement of pet-related bylaws.

The city is adopting a new framework for how it provides financial and logistical support to local cultural groups and organizations.

The city is providing support for a study to assess the archaeological significance of the land around the Auberge Symmes, a historic site in the city.

This is a formal acceptance of the financial reports and surplus allocation for the Gatineau Cultural Center, ensuring transparency in how public funds are managed by the organization.

The city is modifying an agreement that allows the Hot Air Balloon Festival to use a municipal building, ensuring the terms of use remain current.

The city is committing $725,000 to support the 'Snowflake Kingdom' (Domaine des flocons) portion of the 2026 Winterlude festival, a major annual winter event.

The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Human Resources department to improve operational efficiency.

The city is adjusting the internal management structure of the Assessment department, which is responsible for property valuations.

This item proposes internal changes to the management or staffing structure of the Fire Safety Department. These adjustments are intended to improve operational efficiency within the city's emergency services.

The city is seeking authorization to sign an agreement that modifies an existing collective bargaining contract. This is a standard administrative procedure to update labor terms between the city and its employees.

This item proposes internal changes to the structure of the department responsible for planning city assets and capital investments. Such changes are typically made to streamline project management and long-term planning.

This item formally acknowledges the withdrawal of certain projects that were previously under consideration by the city. It clears these items from the active agenda.

The city is allocating the financial surplus from the 2023 fiscal year. This process determines how extra funds are distributed or reserved to support the city's financial health.

The city is approving a $9.9 million loan for the Outaouais Transit Authority (STO) to implement bus priority measures. These improvements aim to speed up transit travel times on several major Gatineau roads.

The city is approving a $3.375 million loan for the STO to upgrade its 'Hastus' software, which is used to plan bus routes and manage daily operations. This investment is intended to modernize transit scheduling and efficiency.

Councillor Jocelyn Blondin has given notice that he will propose a resolution at the next meeting to adjust how park and parking lot taxes are applied. The proposal specifically seeks to exclude land that cannot be built upon from these taxes.

This is the formal record of the meeting held by the Recreation, Sports and Community Development Commission. It provides transparency regarding the discussions and recommendations made by the commission.

This is the formal record of the meeting held by the Environment and Climate Change Commission. It documents the commission's recent discussions on local environmental initiatives.

This document records the decisions made by the Demolition Committee regarding requests to tear down buildings in the city. It is part of the public record for urban planning and heritage preservation.

This is the formal record of the Local Heritage Council meeting. The council reviews matters related to the preservation of Gatineau's historical and cultural sites.

This is the formal record of the Local Heritage Council meeting held in May. It documents the council's recent advisory work on heritage preservation.

This document records the discussions of the Urban Planning Advisory Committee. The committee provides recommendations to the city council on land use and development projects.

This document records the discussions of the Urban Planning Advisory Committee from their May meeting. It covers various urban development and zoning recommendations.

The city is filing the list of all contracts awarded during the month of April 2025. This is a standard transparency measure to allow the public to see how municipal funds are spent.

This item formally files the minutes from several recent Executive Committee meetings. These records provide insight into the administrative decisions made by the city's leadership.

The Youth Commission has submitted its 2024 annual report and its work plan for 2025. These documents outline the commission's achievements and its upcoming goals for supporting Gatineau's youth.

This is the formal motion to end the city council meeting.