rue Eddy

The city is authorizing the temporary closure of Rue Eddy between Rue Wright and Rue Papineau on July 5, 2025, to host the family edition of the 'Festival de la rue Eddy'. This initiative is part of the city's plan to revitalize the downtown core.

The Commission discussed recruitment for 2025-2026, reviewed the Youth Summit, planned video content for adogatineau.ca, received nominations for co-chair, announced a VIP event at the library, and discussed the upcoming student election simulation.

Hydro-Québec has been granted permission to perform overnight and weekend work to bury a 25kV power line. This work is necessary due to delays and will involve road closures and noise outside of standard hours until November 30, 2024, to minimize traffic disruption.

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.

Hydro-Québec is requesting permission to perform construction work outside of standard permitted hours at several locations in the Hull sector. This derogation from the city's noise bylaw is necessary to complete the project while minimizing traffic disruption.

Hydro-Québec is authorized to perform overnight and weekend work to bury a 25-kilovolt power line between the Val-Tétreau substation and the intersection of Eddy and Laurier streets. This work is expected to last 15 weeks, starting in June, and is being performed outside standard noise bylaw hours to minimize traffic disruption. Residents in the affected areas should expect detours and potential noise during these off-hours.

This item approves temporary changes to rue Eddy to accommodate the Festival de la rue Eddy. These changes include removing parking spaces, installing a parklet (placottoir), and creating a shared lane for active transportation (cycling/walking) on the east side of the street.

The committee approved the temporary removal of parking spaces on Rue Eddy to accommodate a 'placottoir' (public seating area), an active transportation lane, and the upcoming Festival de la rue Eddy. These measures are part of the downtown revitalization plan and were supported by local residents and merchants.

The Commission reviewed the 2019-2024 Bicycle Master Plan and discussed prioritization for 2025-2030. Key topics included budget allocation for new construction versus maintenance, the impact of inflation on project delivery, and the use of sociodemographic criteria to prioritize future cycling links to ensure social equity and connectivity.