Municipal General Elections

The Municipality of Ivry-sur-le-Lac had 494 electors registered on its electoral list this year and of this number, 329 valid votes were counted. The participation rate was 66.6%. On Sunday, November 7th, voters elected Mayor André Ibghy and Councillor Julia Bourke.

Your City Council for the next four years will consist of:

Mr. André Ibghy, Mayor, elected on November 7^th, 2021

Mrs. Julia-Ann Wilkins, Councillor seat no. 1, elected by acclamation

Mr. David Lisbona, Councillor seat no. 2, elected by acclamation

Mrs. Gabriela Opas, Councillor seat no. 3, elected by acclamation

Mrs. Julia Bourke, Councillor seat no. 4, elected on November 7^th, 2021

Mr. Maxime Arcand, Councillor seat no. 5, elected by acclamation

Mr. Jean-Pierre Charette, Councillor seat no. 6, elected by acclamation

The number of women elected has increased from one to three for the current council! In addition, the council is well diversified, notably with a good representation of people 55 years and under.

For all election results, you can refer to the following website:

https://donnees.electionsmunicipales.quebec/resultats.html?v=78042

Year 2021 Achievement Report

 Several grants confirmed in 2021

Local Road Assistance Program – Acceleration and Realignment Component

($635,019 for 2021 renovation work)

                Achievements through this program
               (some works are subsidized at 50% while others at 75%)

• Replacement of certain sections of pavement and the reprofiling of ditches on Lac-de-la-Grise Road
• Pavement replacement and the reprofiling of ditches on all of Lac-Azur Road
• Renovation and granular resurfacing of the entire Vallée-Manitou Road
• Replacement of several culverts on the territory

 Local Road Assistance Program – Specific Projects Component Accorded by Constituency

($15,000 for 2021 renovation work)

               Achievements through this program
This program allows for the reimbursement of up to 60% of the costs for tree removal work in the public right-of-way that took place during the spring of 2021, thereby ensuring better public safety.

 Load Road Assistance Program – Maintenance Component

($4,166 for maintenance work on our road network in 2021)

 Transport Canada Boating Safety Contribution Program

This program which permitted several initiatives last year, notably the acquisition of a boat, the implementation of a nautical patrol, the printing of nautical subject flyers, the design of a nautical code, the production of signs, etc., plus the program continued this year by covering the costs related to the nautical patrol and the printing of nautical flyers.

This financial assistance is granted up to and including 2022.

Canada Summer Jobs Program

(Grant of nearly $5,500 for 2 students, for the washing station and road maintenance workers)

 This program allowed for a subsidy for the student’s salaries.

 In summary, the Municipality of Ivry-sur-le-Lac has received nearly $700,000 in additional grant revenues for 2021, which has allowed us to prioritize certain projects without increasing our taxes!

Opening of the Washing Station

 The main objectives of the washing station are to preserve the environmental quality of the aquatic environment and the shoreline and to prevent the introduction of invasive exotic species.

 The second year of the washing station’s activities was a great success and was appreciated by all! Almost 600 decals were issued in 2021 compared to 327 decals issued in 2020. In addition, 363 decals were issued for non-motorized boats, including kayaks of non-residents who had to have their boats washed and pay to access to the landing. Of course, there were many more washes since each decal included unlimited access to the washing station.

 Except for non-motorized kayaks that had to be washed before each launch, we only had one motorized boat launched by a non-resident who paid the $250 fee.

 In order to ensure everyone’s satisfaction, the administrative team sent a notice in the spring to all citizens who had already registered a boat the previous year so that they could be well informed regarding the standards to be respected before each launch.

 In addition, a notice was sent to all known boat dealers in the area to make them aware of the obligation to wash each boat and trailer.

 Thank you for your collaboration in prioritizing the health of the water bodies on the territory!

Shoreline regulation compliance

The process of ensuring compliance for all shorelines included the following measures: 

• 77 inspections and the inventory of all non-compliant shorelines, documented with photos for each inspection file
• Personalised awareness letters, including photos and an accompanying pamphlet, sent to all citizens with a non-compliant shoreline
• Personalized awareness letters, including the explanatory brochure and regulations, sent to all gardeners/landscapers working in the area, in to advise them of the regulations in effect
• Opportunity to meet with the assistant inspector in the field, which occurred with many citizens.

 Up to now, we have been able to depend upon the excellent cooperation of the citizens and we thank you very much. As you are surely aware, a well-managed shoreline has a very positive impact upon a body of water and represents its filtering lungs, while a non-conforming shoreline represents important risks.

 A re-inspection is scheduled for early summer 2022 and citizens who do not comply are at risk to receive a Notice of Infraction. Although we do not wish to issue such a notice, the objective is to work with you to ensure that all shorelines comply with environmental standards and regulations. Please note that there is no grandfathering of landscaping. The administrative team and the municipal council have been taking steps to ensure the conformity of waterfronts since 2019!

 I invite you to view the web page where you will find a wealth of information as well as a comprehensive brochure:

https://www.ivry-sur-le-lac.qc.ca/en/lac-manitou-and-other-bodies-of-water-environment/

 Of course, many other achievements have been made, but for the sake of brevity in the content of this newsletter, we will focus on those achievements that demonstrate significant financial, environmental, construction works and public safety improvements.

COVID-19 Administration of a booster dose for persons 80 years of age and older

The Centre intégré de santé et de services sociaux des Laurentides wishes to inform citizens that as of Tuesday, November 16, 2021, people aged 80 and over living at home can make an appointment to receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. An interval of six (6) months or more since the last dose was administered is required.

 Visit online at https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/health-issues/a-z/2019-coronavirus/progress-of-the-covid-19-vaccination or on the NotifVAX mobile app, feel free to call 1-877-644-4545 for support.

Abrinord

Abrinord is one of the 40 watershed organizations officially recognized by the Quebec government in the Act to affirm the interconnected nature of water resources and promote better governance of water and their associated environments. The organization is responsible for planning and coordinating the integrated management of water in the areas entrusted to it. Founded in 2003, Abrinord is a consultation and planning consultation vehicle, whose primary mandate is to develop a Water Master Plan (WMP), to update it, and to promote and monitor its implementation.

 Abrinord is soliciting citizens to complete a survey. The information gathered through the survey will allow us it to make recommendations to optimize the municipality’s adaptation to the risks presented by extreme weather events caused by climate change.

 If you wish to participate: https://forms.gle/jFC7iHVeqxo6uhAZA

 You have until November 30^th!

Message de la Sûreté du Québec

Les Amis du Père Noël is getting a new look for its 2021 edition!

A partnership between the Sûreté du Québec of the MRC des Laurentides and the Centre de pédiatrie Social des Laurentides was created following the integration of the Mont-Tremblant police department. The Pediatric Center is collaborating in the distribution of gifts, which will take place on December 11th.

In order to participate and give to a child, you must register

• Use the following link to register on the digital platform https://forms.gle/uLLCcbcrjg2R3BT36
• You can go to either the Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts or the Mont-Tremblant Sûreté du Québec stations to obtain assistance with your registration
• Donors are matched with a child to receive a personalized gift valued at approximately $40.00.
• During the week of November 15th, you will receive an email with the information about the child with whom he/she has been matched, i.e., his/her gender, age and the three (3) choices of gifts he/she would most like to receive.
• The present must be wrapped in a single box (no gift bags) and returned to the Centre de pédiatrie social on December 6 or 7 between 12:00 and 6:00 p.m. located at 10, rue Saint-Antoine in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts.

Ref: Service de diffusion et des relations médias Sûreté du Québec

2021 Vaccination against the flu (influenza)

Flu vaccination is now open.

 The Direction de la santé publique des Laurentides and the Direction de la vaccination contre la COVID-19 of the Centre intégré de santé et des services sociaux (CISSS) des Laurentides would like to inform the population that the campaign against the flu began on November 1, 2021 in the Laurentian region.

 According to experts, vaccination is the best protection against complications from the flu. Influenza can be debilitating and cause serious consequences for people at high risk of hospitalization. In light of the recommendations of experts from the Institut national de la santé publique du Québec, vaccination is strongly recommended and offered free of charge to people who are at greater risk of developing complications.

 This year, because of COVID-19, certain measures must be taken to ensure the health and safety of the population. Clients targeted by the flu vaccination must make an appointment online at www.clicsante.ca

or by phone at 1 888 664-2555.

Waste management – Disposal of your bins!

When should I put my bins out?

To avoid breakage of your bins, especially during the cold season, it is important that they be placed not earlier than the day before collection and removed as soon as possible after collection. With the heavy machinery that clears snow from the roads, the bins can be damaged or buried. The Municipality of Ivry-sur-le-Lac is not responsible for damage caused by snow removal trucks.

How should I position my bins for collection?

Bins should be located at the curb, with the handles facing the house, so that nothing interferes with the collection, as close as possible to the outside line of the road, at a maximum distance of one metre. A minimum space of sixty (60) centimetres is required between each bin to ensure access.

Leaving for the cold season?

Be sure to store your bins in a location that does not indicate that the residence is uninhabited to potential thieves.

Reopening of the regional ecocenter!

 The regional ecocenter located at 1710 Principal Street East, in Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts is once again open following expansion work! The facility had been closed since March 22, 2021 to allow for major expansion and optimization work.

 Reminder of the improvements made

 The work carried out will allow the increase of the facility’s scope of services, by increasing the volume of materials recovered and by improving their recovery rate while promoting reuse, recycling and recovery in a hierarchical manner. The ecocenter has tripled its surface area, allowing for the addition of 20 new drop-off areas and the construction of a new building for recycling. There will also be a clear improvement in the management of certain materials such as wood waste. All this while ensuring efficient and safe traffic and operations for users and public works. Thus, accessibility will also be improved thanks to a greater fluidity of movement.

 The MRC des Laurentides’ network of ecocentres is THE means to achieve the objectives of the Residual Materials Management Policy aimed at eventually eliminating residue. This very important service not only contributes to the protection of the environment, but also to the green economy of the entire region!

Message de la MRC des Laurentides

The MRC des Laurentides wishes to warn citizens about scam artists who seek to enter homes.

 Scam artists are currently posing as MRC des Laurentides inspectors in order to enter homes under the pretext of conducting a home inspection for property assessment purposes.

 It is important to know that during the pandemic, the MRC des Laurentides’s property assessment inspectors do not conduct interior visits of residences. A public communication will be made once they resume.

 When making an appointment, a specific identification number is given to the citizen. Please use this number in case of verification with the MRC des Laurentides property assessment service. 819 425-5555 ext. 1023

 All inspectors are duly identified during exterior visits, it is also possible to easily verify the identity of the inspector on the MRC des Laurentides website in the section, contact us, since their photo is published.

https://mrclaurentides.qc.ca/nous-joindre/

New triennial assessment roll for 2022-2023-2024

The new triennial assessment roll has been delivered to the Municipality of Ivry-sur-le-Lac, to be effective for the 2022, 2023 and 2024 fiscal years.

 In accordance with the provisions of Section 74 of the Loi sur la fiscalité municipale, any person who has an interest in contesting the accuracy of its content is given notice, be-it the presence or absence of an entry on the assessment roll,  or with respect to a property of which he or she or another person is the owner, may file an application for review as provided for in Section I of Chapter X of this Act.

  To be admissible, such an application for revision must meet the following conditions

•  be filed on or before April 30, 2022;
• be filed at or sent by registered mail to the following location:

Municipality of Ivry-sur-le-Lac

601, chemin de la Gare

Ivry-sur-le-Lac, Quebec J8C 2Z8 

• be made on the form prescribed for this purpose and available at the above-mentioned location
• be accompanied by the amount of money determined by the MRC des Laurentides by-law 313-2015 and applicable to the unit of assessment covered by the request.

 For more information, please visit: https://en.mrclaurentides.qc.ca/property-assessment/

Other subjects of interest

Should you have other topics you would like us to address in a future municipal Newsletter, just let us know and it will be our pleasure to address them.

 Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.  The municipal team is here for you!

 In signing this newsletter outlining recent developments in our municipality, I salute the efforts of the outgoing mayor and his team for such achievements. 

 I have had the opportunity to meet with many of you during the election campaign, and look forward to communicating with all of you in the coming months about further news and accomplishments to improve our lives in Ivry-Sur-Le-Lac.

 Thank you for your trust and support.

Mayor,

André Ibghy
Municipalité d’Ivry-sur-le-Lac
Tél. (819) 321-2332
info@ivry-sur-le-lac.qc.ca