2025.12.18 – Ordinary meeting of the City Council on the 2026 Gatineau City budget held in the Jean-Despréz hall of the Maison du citoyen, 25 Laurier Street, Gatineau, on Thursday, December 18
⭐ Notable items (2)
The council has officially approved the city's operating budget for 2026, totaling over $925 million. This budget dictates how the city will fund municipal services, programs, and operations for the upcoming year. It is the most significant financial decision of the year, directly impacting property taxes and service levels for all Gatineau residents.
This item approves the city's multi-year capital plan focused on maintaining existing infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and municipal buildings. By planning these investments over three years, the city ensures that essential public assets remain safe and functional. This plan is critical for long-term urban planning and preventing costly emergency repairs.
This is a routine procedural step where the council formally approves the list of items to be discussed during the meeting.
The council has officially approved the city's operating budget for 2026, totaling over $925 million. This budget dictates how the city will fund municipal services, programs, and operations for the upcoming year. It is the most significant financial decision of the year, directly impacting property taxes and service levels for all Gatineau residents.
This item approves the city's multi-year capital plan focused on maintaining existing infrastructure, such as roads, bridges, and municipal buildings. By planning these investments over three years, the city ensures that essential public assets remain safe and functional. This plan is critical for long-term urban planning and preventing costly emergency repairs.
The council authorized the publication of a document designed to explain the 2026 budget and investment plan to the public. This ensures transparency by providing residents with clear information on how their tax dollars are being allocated.
This is a routine procedural step to formally close the council meeting.