boulevard Saint-Joseph

The city is implementing a 'no parking' zone on Rue Sainte-Marie near Boulevard Saint-Joseph during weekday business hours.

The city is acquiring an easement on a National Capital Commission (NCC) property to allow Hydro-Québec to install a guy wire as part of the Boulevard Saint-Joseph redevelopment project. The cost of $6,406.99 will be covered by the city as part of its infrastructure project responsibilities.

Council approved the acquisition of an easement on a National Capital Commission (NCC) property to allow Hydro-Québec to install a guy wire as part of the Boulevard Saint-Joseph redevelopment project. The city is responsible for the $6,406.99 cost.

The committee reviewed the new Commercial Development Policy, which aims to provide a structured vision for commercial growth across the city. Councillors discussed the importance of balancing support for downtown areas with emerging commercial hubs like boulevard Saint-Joseph, emphasizing that future decisions must be data-driven and equitable across sectors.

The committee approved an additional $174,156.08 in professional fees for CIMA+ regarding municipal service work on rue Amherst. This adjustment, along with a previously approved delegation of power, brings the total cumulative adjustments to $213,990.32, with no net impact on the city budget.

The city is seeking provincial TAPU funding to develop a bicycle link on boulevard du Mont-Bleu in the Orée-du-Parc district.

This item authorizes a change in professional fees for the urban redevelopment and utility burial project on boulevard Saint-Joseph. The adjustment is budget-neutral, meaning it does not require additional funding.

The committee approved an additional $72,299.72 in professional fees for the engineering firm CIMA+ s.e.n.c. for the urban redevelopment and utility burial project on Boulevard Saint-Joseph. This adjustment covers modifications to design, plans, and construction supervision. The total cumulative adjustment for this contract now stands at $287,221.34, with a revised total mandate cost of $3,316,122.74.

The city is formally recording an unsatisfactory performance evaluation for the contractor involved in the redevelopment of Saint-Joseph Boulevard (tender 2019 SP 432). This is a formal administrative step regarding project management and contractor accountability.

This item addresses a long-standing request from Councillor Jocelyn Blondin to modify the design plans for the redevelopment of boulevard Saint-Joseph. The proposed changes concern the section between boulevard Alexandre-Taché and rue Saint-Jean-Bosco.

This item addresses a request to modify development plans for boulevard Saint-Joseph to preserve parking spaces and acquire land from the National Capital Commission. This follows a notice of motion originally filed in 2022.

The Commission reviewed the progress of the 2019-2024 Bicycle Master Plan and discussed future strategies for Gatineau's cycling network. Key recommendations include completing planned cycling links, accelerating repairs on existing paths, and studying the creation of a utility-focused cycling network to better serve commuters.

The City is establishing a dedicated team and work plan to revitalize the downtown core, focusing on economic diversification, infrastructure investment, and addressing vacant federal office buildings. This initiative aims to transition the area into a vibrant living environment with new housing and local businesses, while ensuring that development complements other commercial hubs across Gatineau.

This item authorizes a cost adjustment for professional engineering services related to the urban redevelopment of boulevard Saint-Joseph. The adjustment is budget-neutral, meaning it does not require additional city funding.

The City of Gatineau is partnering with the French Embassy to host an immersive digital light show on the Montcalm Bridge to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Gustave Eiffel's death. To ensure public safety during the event, the bridge will be closed to vehicle traffic on specific dates in February 2024. This initiative aims to boost tourism and support the downtown revitalization plan while complementing the nearby Bal de Neige festivities.