Regular Council Meeting

Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made forthwith, as applicable.

Be it resolved that Council approve the following meeting minutes, as presented: Minutes of the Court of Revision for the Lionel Levac and Deschamps municipal Drains held on November 10, 2025 Minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on October 27, 2025 Minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on November 10, 2025 Minutes of the Special Council meeting held on November 17, 2025 Minutes of the Regular Council meeting held on November 24, 2025

Be it resolved that all items listed under 7. Consent Items be received and approved as presented.

Be it resolved that receive this report for information purposes as part of the implementation of The Nation’s Human Resources Action Plan (2025–2028) and the Strategic Plan pillar on Internal Capacity and Excellence in Service Delivery.

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of The Corporation of The Nation Municipality hereby declares the property known as the St-Albert Community Centre (both land and building), located at 201 Principale Street, St-Albert, Ontario K0A 2C0, to be surplus to the needs of the Municipality ;

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of The Corporation of The Nation Municipality hereby declares the property known as the Caledonia Community Centre (both land and building), located at 6900 County Road 22, St-Bernardin, Ontario K0B 1N0, to be surplus to the needs of the Municipality ;

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of The Corporation of The Nation Municipality hereby declares the property known as Fournier Community Centre (both land and building), located at 3210 County Road 9, Fournier, Ontario K0B 1G0, to be surplus to the needs of the Municipality ;

BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council, in accordance with the Principles section of Policy F-2024-02 (Sale of Land) and the applicable provisions of Policy F-2024-03 (Disposal of Non-Land Assets), hereby waives all procedural requirements of both policies as they relate to the disposition of the St-Albert, Caledonia, and Fournier Community Centres, (both land and buildings), including but not limited to: the requirement for an appraisal or valuation, the determination of the method of sale, the requirement for public notice, and any additional procedural steps outlined in the policies, recognizing that Policy F-2024-02 expressly authorizes Council to waive such requirements, and that doing so is consistent with Council’s prior direction supporting community-led ownership and the efficient transfer of these facilities.

Be it resolved that Council defer the decision regarding the operational transition to December 11, 2025. For (4) Francis Brière, Tim Stewart, Alain Mainville, and Marjorie Drolet Against (3) Danik Forgues, Raymond Lalande, and Daniel Boisvenue

Be it resolved that Council directs the administration to continue with Option 1, to maintain the current operation for the sports bar model, as outlined in report #REP-REC-15-2025.

Be it resolved that council receive this report for information purposes, acknowledging that staff have implemented risk-mitigation measures at the Concession 9 dry hydrant, including the installation of a locking mechanism and permanent signage to restrict unauthorized access and protect the Municipality.​

Be it resolved that Council approve that Committee representatives speak with local media on behalf of the Committee for the National Heritage Week in February 2026, highlighting the future commemorative plaque project for the former Proulx Cheese Factory, anticipated for completion in summer 2026.

Be it resolved that By-law 115-2025 to adopt the Engineer's report for the Lionel Levac and Deschamps Municipal Drains be read a third reading and adopted, as presented. Be it further resolved that the By-laws listed below be read and adopted in first, second and third readings: By-law 126-2025 to amend waste management By-law 131-2024 By-law 127-2025 to access share of cost - Drainage Works Mill Creek Municipal Drain By-law 132-2025 Digital Seal By-law By-law 133-2025 Des Pains Watermain Connection By-law By-law 134-2025 Part Lot Control 981-983 Katia By-law 135-2025 Deeming By-law for Part of Block 35, Plan 50M307 By-law 136-2025 Part Lot Control 980-982 Katia

Be it resolved that Council direct the Administration to present, by June 30, 2026, a report on the feasibility of the following: The discontinuation of the bowling service and the closure of the bowling alley located at the St-Isidore Recreation Centre; The relocation of the St-Isidore branch of The Nation Public Library into the space currently occupied by the bowling alley. Be it further resolved that this feasibility report include a detailed budget plan specifying, in particular: The costs related to renovations and relocation; The anticipated operational savings; The potential revenue associated with the sale of the current building of the St-Isidore branch.

Be it resolved that Council direct the Administration to present, by June 30, 2026, a stabilization and gradual reduction plan for operational recreation expenses (Recreation Services), including measurable targets.

Be it resolved that the 2026 Mayor’s budget be amended to cancel the removal of the boards at the Fournier Outdoor Rink and that the $10,000 allocation remain in the reserve.

Be it resolved that the present meeting be adjourned at 4:32 p.m. for a closed session under the following section(s) of the Municipal Act, 2001: Section 239(2) A meeting or part of a meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered is, (b) personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees; (e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board; (f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose;

Be it resolved that the present meeting be re-opened at 4:50 p.m.

Be it resolved that By-law no. 137-2025 to confirm the proceedings of Council at its regular meeting of December 8, 2025, be read and adopted in 1st, 2nd and 3rd reading.