AGENDA – CITY COUNCIL – MEETING OF AUGUST 26, 2025
⭐ Notable items (46)
The developer is requesting an exception to zoning rules to proceed with the first phase of a residential project on Rue de Grande-Entrée. This allows the project to move forward despite minor non-compliance with current regulations.
The applicant is requesting exceptions to zoning rules to build a mixed-use (residential and commercial) building, which currently deviates from local standards.
The owner is requesting permission to operate a daycare at 59, Rue Principale, which requires a conditional use permit because it is not a standard permitted use in this specific zone.
This item complements the conditional use request, seeking specific zoning variances to allow for the construction of a daycare facility at this address.
This is the first step in a process to change city zoning rules to eliminate regulations concerning clothing or item donation bins, effectively banning or removing them from the city's regulatory framework.
This is the formal draft of the by-law mentioned in 4.1, which proposes removing donation bin regulations from the city's zoning code.
The city is considering a specific development project (PPCMOI) to allow a six-unit apartment building at 56, Rue Charlevoix, which requires an exemption from standard zoning rules.
This proposal allows for the reconstruction of a motel on Maloney Blvd East through a specific development agreement (PPCMOI), bypassing standard zoning restrictions.
This proposed change mandates that buildings five stories or higher must include a 'podium' (a wider base) and adjusts how architectural integration rules apply to certain projects.
This is the draft version of the by-law requiring podiums for taller buildings and modifying architectural integration rules for specific projects.
The city is updating its fee schedule for various goods and services, adding new fees and modifying existing ones.
This new by-law will replace the existing waste management rules, likely updating how residents and businesses handle trash, recycling, and composting.
The city is cancelling a previously authorized $10 million loan intended for water and sewer infrastructure maintenance.
The city is increasing its budget by over $3.3 million to fund fire safety improvements, including new equipment, vehicles, and land acquisition as part of the 2023-2027 fire risk management plan.
This by-law change permits the operation of a recycling return center for deposit-based containers at 84, Rue Jean-Proulx.
The city is officially adopting an inventory of historic buildings in the Gatineau and Masson-Angers areas to help preserve local architectural history.
This is the architectural approval (PIIA) for the first phase of the Cap-aux-Meules residential project, ensuring the design meets city standards.
This is the architectural approval for the six-unit building project previously mentioned in item 4.3.
This item involves the architectural and site planning approval for extending a street into a protected wooded area, requiring careful integration to minimize environmental impact.
This is the architectural approval for the mixed-use building project mentioned in item 3.4.
This is the architectural approval for the daycare facility project at 59, Rue Principale.
This item addresses the heritage-specific approval for the daycare project at 59, Rue Principale.
The city is partially renewing previous development approvals for the Plateau Georges residential project, while specifically excluding multi-family and integrated residential components.
Gatineau is seeking a grant from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to support local projects aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. This initiative helps the city reduce its environmental footprint.
The City is entering a trial agreement with the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau regional municipality to transport and process a portion of Gatineau's organic waste. This is a pilot project to test regional cooperation in waste management.
The City is applying for provincial funding to improve how it manages rainwater. This project aims to prevent flooding and protect local water quality.
The City is selling specific lots within the Corridor Desjardins area. This land sale is part of ongoing development or property management in the Parc-de-la-Montagne–Saint-Raymond district.
This amendment updates the service agreement for phases 9, 10, and 11 of the Quartier Connaught residential development. It clarifies municipal infrastructure responsibilities for these new phases.
Gatineau is supporting the Municipality of Chelsea in its request for provincial funding to improve and secure Chemin Kelly, a road that borders both municipalities. This collaboration aims to improve road safety for residents in the Lucerne district.
This item finalizes the list of projects funded by the 2019-2024 Gas Tax and Quebec Contribution program. It ensures all allocated funds are accounted for as the program concludes.
The City is implementing a targeted action plan to prevent violence among youth and young adults in Police Sector 5. This initiative aims to improve community safety and provide support services.
The City is providing financial or logistical support to the Outaouais regional delegation participating in the 58th Quebec Summer Games in Trois-Rivières.
The City is launching a call for artists to apply for a creative residency at the Théâtre de l'Île. This program supports local artistic development.
The City is entering into an agreement to support the growth and development of the Outaouais Regional Museum, helping to preserve and promote regional history.
The City is approving financial and service-based support for various local events. This includes over $640,000 in direct funding to help organizers host cultural and community activities.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Police Department to improve service delivery and management.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Fire Safety Department to ensure effective emergency response management.
The City is issuing $65.9 million in bonds to finance various previously approved municipal projects. This is a standard financial mechanism to manage long-term debt.
The City is reallocating unused budget funds from previous years (2019-2022) to ensure these community and outdoor recreation projects can be completed.
The City is adjusting the budget for the second phase of construction on Rue Vernon in the Plateau district. This ensures the project has sufficient funding to reach completion.
Councillor Mike Duggan has given notice that he will propose a new urban planning study for the Boulevard Gréber area. This study would look at future development and land use, potentially including parts of Rue Jacques-Cartier and Boulevard Fournier.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a $1,953,000 loan by-law. This money is intended to purchase two ladder trucks for the fire department to ensure public safety.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a $5,128,597 loan by-law. These funds are for the city's contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ) to support housing development.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a $414,039 loan by-law. This funding is for the city's participation in a program to renovate low-income rental housing.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a specific development project (PPCMOI) at 150 Wellington Street. The project involves building a mixed-use residential and commercial tower between 7 and 17 stories high.
The city is tabling a report and correspondence regarding the follow-up on recommendations made by the Quebec Municipal Commission following an investigation into reported wrongdoing within the city administration.
This is a procedural item to formally approve the list of topics to be discussed during the council meeting.
Council members review and approve the official records of previous meetings to ensure accuracy.
The developer is requesting an exception to zoning rules to proceed with the first phase of a residential project on Rue de Grande-Entrée. This allows the project to move forward despite minor non-compliance with current regulations.
This request allows for a change to property boundaries (cadastral operation) at 30, Montée Chauret, which does not strictly meet existing zoning requirements.
The property owner is seeking permission to provide fewer parking spaces than the city's zoning by-law requires for this location.
The applicant is requesting exceptions to zoning rules to build a mixed-use (residential and commercial) building, which currently deviates from local standards.
This item seeks to retroactively approve a fence that exceeds the permitted height limit for the property at 20, Rue Broad.
The owner is requesting permission to operate a daycare at 59, Rue Principale, which requires a conditional use permit because it is not a standard permitted use in this specific zone.
This item complements the conditional use request, seeking specific zoning variances to allow for the construction of a daycare facility at this address.
This is the first step in a process to change city zoning rules to eliminate regulations concerning clothing or item donation bins, effectively banning or removing them from the city's regulatory framework.
This is the formal draft of the by-law mentioned in 4.1, which proposes removing donation bin regulations from the city's zoning code.
The city is considering a specific development project (PPCMOI) to allow a six-unit apartment building at 56, Rue Charlevoix, which requires an exemption from standard zoning rules.
This proposal allows for the reconstruction of a motel on Maloney Blvd East through a specific development agreement (PPCMOI), bypassing standard zoning restrictions.
This notice signals the city's intent to update the regulations governing how new buildings must integrate into their architectural surroundings.
This is the draft version of the new architectural integration by-law, which sets the standards for how developers must design buildings to fit the local character.
The city is updating the administrative requirements for developers applying for architectural approval, changing the documents and information they must submit.
This proposed change mandates that buildings five stories or higher must include a 'podium' (a wider base) and adjusts how architectural integration rules apply to certain projects.
This is the draft version of the by-law requiring podiums for taller buildings and modifying architectural integration rules for specific projects.
The city is updating its fee schedule for various goods and services, adding new fees and modifying existing ones.
This new by-law will replace the existing waste management rules, likely updating how residents and businesses handle trash, recycling, and composting.
The city is cancelling a previously authorized $10 million loan intended for water and sewer infrastructure maintenance.
The city is increasing its budget by over $3.3 million to fund fire safety improvements, including new equipment, vehicles, and land acquisition as part of the 2023-2027 fire risk management plan.
This by-law change permits the operation of a recycling return center for deposit-based containers at 84, Rue Jean-Proulx.
The city is officially adopting an inventory of historic buildings in the Gatineau and Masson-Angers areas to help preserve local architectural history.
This is the architectural approval (PIIA) for the first phase of the Cap-aux-Meules residential project, ensuring the design meets city standards.
This is the architectural approval for the six-unit building project previously mentioned in item 4.3.
The city is reviewing the architectural plans for renovations at 334-336, Rue Saint-André, which includes adding a new residential unit on the ground floor.
This item involves the architectural and site planning approval for extending a street into a protected wooded area, requiring careful integration to minimize environmental impact.
This is a routine architectural approval for minor exterior modifications to a property on Rue Principale.
This item specifically addresses heritage-related approval for exterior safety and access improvements at 31, Rue Principale.
This is the architectural approval for the mixed-use building project mentioned in item 3.4.
The city is reviewing architectural plans for renovations to a duplex at 175, Rue Kent.
This item covers architectural approval for exterior upgrades and a land subdivision request at 61, Rue Principale.
This item addresses the heritage-specific approval for the same project at 61, Rue Principale mentioned in 9.10.
This is the architectural approval for the daycare facility project at 59, Rue Principale.
This item addresses the heritage-specific approval for the daycare project at 59, Rue Principale.
The city is partially renewing previous development approvals for the Plateau Georges residential project, while specifically excluding multi-family and integrated residential components.
The City is applying for provincial funding to update its master land-use plan. This update ensures Gatineau's planning policies align with new provincial government guidelines.
Gatineau is seeking a grant from the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to support local projects aimed at achieving carbon neutrality. This initiative helps the city reduce its environmental footprint.
The City is entering a trial agreement with the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau regional municipality to transport and process a portion of Gatineau's organic waste. This is a pilot project to test regional cooperation in waste management.
The City is applying for provincial funding to improve how it manages rainwater. This project aims to prevent flooding and protect local water quality.
The City is renewing a lease with the provincial government for the boat ramp located on Chemin du Quai. This ensures continued public access to the water in the Masson-Angers district.
The City is transferring ownership of several decommissioned alleyway lots in the Parc-de-la-Montagne–Saint-Raymond district. This is a standard administrative process for unused municipal land.
The City is renewing a lease with the provincial government for the boat ramp on Rue Sanscartier. This maintains public boating access in the Lac-Beauchamp district.
The City is selling specific lots within the Corridor Desjardins area. This land sale is part of ongoing development or property management in the Parc-de-la-Montagne–Saint-Raymond district.
This item amends an existing agreement regarding municipal services for a development project on Rue Sabourin. It ensures the developer and the City remain aligned on infrastructure requirements.
This amendment updates the service agreement for phases 9, 10, and 11 of the Quartier Connaught residential development. It clarifies municipal infrastructure responsibilities for these new phases.
Gatineau is supporting the Municipality of Chelsea in its request for provincial funding to improve and secure Chemin Kelly, a road that borders both municipalities. This collaboration aims to improve road safety for residents in the Lucerne district.
This item finalizes the list of projects funded by the 2019-2024 Gas Tax and Quebec Contribution program. It ensures all allocated funds are accounted for as the program concludes.
The City is appointing a new member to the commission responsible for overseeing recreation and community sports programs.
The City is formalizing agreements for the management of two community gardens. These agreements ensure the gardens remain well-maintained and accessible to residents.
The City is implementing a targeted action plan to prevent violence among youth and young adults in Police Sector 5. This initiative aims to improve community safety and provide support services.
The City is providing financial or logistical support to the Outaouais regional delegation participating in the 58th Quebec Summer Games in Trois-Rivières.
The City is appointing a new member to the commission that advises on arts and heritage initiatives.
The City is appointing another member to the commission that advises on arts and heritage initiatives.
The City is launching a call for artists to apply for a creative residency at the Théâtre de l'Île. This program supports local artistic development.
The City is entering into an agreement to support the growth and development of the Outaouais Regional Museum, helping to preserve and promote regional history.
The City is approving financial and service-based support for various local events. This includes over $640,000 in direct funding to help organizers host cultural and community activities.
The City is renewing the appointment of a representative to the pension committee for white-collar municipal employees.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Human Resources Department to improve operational efficiency.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Ecological Transition Department to better support environmental goals.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Police Department to improve service delivery and management.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Fire Safety Department to ensure effective emergency response management.
The City is adjusting the internal organizational structure of the Arts, Culture, and Letters Department to better support cultural programming.
The City is issuing $65.9 million in bonds to finance various previously approved municipal projects. This is a standard financial mechanism to manage long-term debt.
The City is reallocating unused budget funds from previous years (2019-2022) to ensure these community and outdoor recreation projects can be completed.
The City is adjusting the budget for the second phase of construction on Rue Vernon in the Plateau district. This ensures the project has sufficient funding to reach completion.
Councillor Mike Duggan has given notice that he will propose a new urban planning study for the Boulevard Gréber area. This study would look at future development and land use, potentially including parts of Rue Jacques-Cartier and Boulevard Fournier.
This item is the formal record of the Local Heritage Council meeting. It documents discussions regarding the preservation of historical sites and buildings in Gatineau.
This item is the formal record of the committee that reviews requests to demolish buildings. It outlines the committee's decisions on whether specific structures can be torn down.
This item is the formal record of the committee that advises the city on land use, zoning changes, and development projects.
This item is the formal record of the commission responsible for environmental policies and climate change initiatives in the city.
This item is the formal record of the commission that oversees public safety matters, including police and fire services.
This item is the formal record of the commission that discusses transit, road safety, and sustainable travel options for residents.
This item is the formal record of a joint meeting held between multiple city commissions to discuss cross-departmental issues.
This item is the formal record of the commission focused on public health and community well-being initiatives.
This item is the formal record of the commission that oversees sports facilities, recreational programs, and community development projects.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a $1,953,000 loan by-law. This money is intended to purchase two ladder trucks for the fire department to ensure public safety.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a $5,128,597 loan by-law. These funds are for the city's contribution to the Quebec Affordable Housing Program (PHAQ) to support housing development.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a $414,039 loan by-law. This funding is for the city's participation in a program to renovate low-income rental housing.
The City Clerk is reporting on the public registration process for a specific development project (PPCMOI) at 150 Wellington Street. The project involves building a mixed-use residential and commercial tower between 7 and 17 stories high.
This is a routine report listing all contracts awarded by the city during the month of June 2025, ensuring transparency in municipal spending.
This item tables the official records of the Executive Committee meetings held in July 2025, providing transparency regarding the committee's administrative decisions.
The city is tabling a report and correspondence regarding the follow-up on recommendations made by the Quebec Municipal Commission following an investigation into reported wrongdoing within the city administration.
The city is officially proclaiming October 5-11, 2025, as Fire Prevention Week to raise awareness about fire safety and prevention measures.
The city is proclaiming October 27-31, 2025, as a week to recognize and thank the adult school crossing guards who help keep students safe.
This is the formal motion to end the council meeting.