MINUTES — PUBLIC – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION (EDC) – 2nd meeting – April 10, 2025 – 1:03 p.m. to 1:27 p.m.
⭐ Notable items (1)
The commission reviewed three key initiatives: mobility improvements at the Aéroparc (estimated at $1M), the development of a new Commercial Development Policy based on recent consultations, and a new $500,000/year downtown revitalization program. These projects aim to support local businesses, improve infrastructure, and stimulate economic activity across Gatineau. The downtown program will launch on April 16, 2025, offering grants of up to $50,000 for eligible projects.
The meeting was officially opened at 1:03 PM. Jacqueline Frenette was introduced as a new member representing the small and medium-sized business sector.
The commission formally approved the meeting agenda.
Members confirmed they have no conflicts of interest regarding the agenda items.
The minutes from the previous meeting were officially filed with no outstanding follow-up actions required.
No members of the public registered to ask questions during this session.
The commission reviewed three key initiatives: mobility improvements at the Aéroparc (estimated at $1M), the development of a new Commercial Development Policy based on recent consultations, and a new $500,000/year downtown revitalization program. These projects aim to support local businesses, improve infrastructure, and stimulate economic activity across Gatineau. The downtown program will launch on April 16, 2025, offering grants of up to $50,000 for eligible projects.
No additional items were raised for discussion.
The next meeting of the Economic Development Commission is scheduled for June 26, 2025.
The meeting was adjourned at 1:27 PM.