The East Hawkesbury Record

Regular Meeting

February 9, 2026

Who was there

Present (3): Monique Desjardins, Karina Sauv, Jacques Tranchemontagne

Taken from the roll call in the town’s own minutes. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why.

What was decided (6 motions)

6 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

Be it resolved that the agenda be accepted, including the modifications made forthwith, as applicable.
Moved by Karina, seconded by Jacques Tranchemontagne
Carried
Be it resolved that : by-Law No. 2026-06 Little Rifeau Creek by-Law No. 2026-07 Bever Meadows by-Law No. 2026-08 Wilfrid Reilly by-Law No. 2026-09 Fernand lalonde by-Law No. 2026-10 LeoClermont by-Law No. 2026-11 Mushroom by-Law No. 2026-12 Paul Brunet by-Law No. 2026-13 Stardale Main by-Law No. 2026- 14 Montgomery Stewart by-Law No. 2026-15 Wyman-Kirby by-Law No. 2026-16 Yves Chaumont Conway by-Law No. 2026-17 Yves Chaumont Main by-Law No. 2026-18 Yvon Clement Branch 1 by-Law No. 2026-19 Yvon Clement Main being a by-law to do maintenance and repair on the Municipal Drains pursuant to the provisions of Section 74 of the Drainage Act be read a first, second and third time and passed in Open Council.
Moved by Karina, seconded by Monique Desjardins
Carried
Be it resolved that Council approves and accepts Hawkesbury OPP Detachment board 2026 Budget estimates
Moved by Jacques Tranchemontagne, seconded by Monique Desjardins
Carried
Résolution – Opposition au couloir retenu pour le projet de train à grande vitesse Alto WHEREAS the Alto high-speed rail project aims to connect the cities of Toronto and Quebec City; WHEREAS the corridor currently selected for this project crosses our territory and directly affects our residents; WHEREAS the proposed route entails significant constraints, particularly in terms of land use planning, safety, the environment, and quality of life; WHEREAS the selected corridor is by no means the best option for ensuring an efficient, sustainable, and optimal connection between Ottawa and Montreal; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: The Council of the Township of East Hawkesbury formally opposes the corridor currently selected for the Alto high-speed rail project; The Council of the Township of East Hawkesbury requests that the authorities responsible for the project review the proposed route and evaluate alternative options that are better suited to regional and national needs; The Council of the Township of East Hawkesbury requests that the interests, safety, and quality of life of residents be fully taken into account in any future decisions; A copy of this resolution be forwarded to the relevant government authorities and the municipalities of the United Counties.
Moved by Jacques Tranchemontagne, seconded by Monique Desjardins
Carried
Sauvé Be it resolved that By-Law No. 2026-20 being a By-law to confirm Council proceedings at its regular meeting of February 9th 2026 be read a first, second and third time and passed in Open Council.
Moved by Monique Desjardins, seconded by Karina
Carried
Be it resolved that the present meeting be adjourned at 7h17 p.m.
Moved by Jacques Tranchemontagne, seconded by Monique Desjardins
Carried

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