PUBLIC – Minutes of the working meeting on the 2026 budget of the City of Gatineau held in the committee room of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. at which are
⭐ Notable items (4)
The Executive Committee recommends a new, more agile management approach for specific capital investment envelopes, including road repairs, sidewalks, water/sewer infrastructure, and community investments. This change aims to improve efficiency in project delivery and will apply to both the 2026-2028 investment plan and previous years' budgets.
City staff presented a status report on affordable housing projects, funding sources, and future outlooks. The discussion highlighted the challenges the city faces in meeting housing needs, with councillors identifying affordable housing as a key priority for 2026.
This item provides the annual accountability report on the management of funds collected through development charges. It covers the progress of projects funded by these fees and explains the legal requirements for how the money and interest earned on investments can be used.
City staff provided an update on the Fire Risk Coverage Scheme (SCRSI), detailing legislative requirements, budget evolution, and capital expenditures for fire services. The discussion addressed the city's capacity to respond to emergencies, collaboration with the City of Ottawa, fleet replacement planning, and the impact of urban sprawl on service delivery requirements.
The Executive Committee recommends a new, more agile management approach for specific capital investment envelopes, including road repairs, sidewalks, water/sewer infrastructure, and community investments. This change aims to improve efficiency in project delivery and will apply to both the 2026-2028 investment plan and previous years' budgets.
City staff presented a status report on affordable housing projects, funding sources, and future outlooks. The discussion highlighted the challenges the city faces in meeting housing needs, with councillors identifying affordable housing as a key priority for 2026.
A routine presentation providing a reminder of the components included in 'Block B' of the budget process.
A routine presentation regarding the current status and operational procedures of a specific dedicated city fund.
This item provides the annual accountability report on the management of funds collected through development charges. It covers the progress of projects funded by these fees and explains the legal requirements for how the money and interest earned on investments can be used.
City staff provided an update on the Fire Risk Coverage Scheme (SCRSI), detailing legislative requirements, budget evolution, and capital expenditures for fire services. The discussion addressed the city's capacity to respond to emergencies, collaboration with the City of Ottawa, fleet replacement planning, and the impact of urban sprawl on service delivery requirements.