The French River Record

David Viau

Councillor · seen 2019-01-16 to 2026-09-02 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026

353substantive motions movedof 176 meetings the minutes record them at
68procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
247substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
0meetings recorded absentof 176 they were on the record for
—recorded votes, for–againstthis council recorded no vote they took part in

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Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 353)

BE IT RESOLVED THAT the open session reconvenes at 7:21 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT WHEREAS pursuant to the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 (CSPA), Section 71 (1), an O.P.P. detachment board shall prepare estimates, in accordance with the regulations made by the Minister, of the total amount required to pay the expenses of the board’s operation, excluding the remuneration of board members; and WHEREAS pursuant to CSPA, 2019, Section 71 (2), the O.P.P.
REGULAR MEETING, July 8, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-41, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of French River at a meeting held on July 8, 2026 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR MEETING, July 8, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council awards the Contract for the Roadside Grass Cutting for the amount of $9,650.00 for 2026, $9,843.00 for 2027 and $10,039.86 for 2028, for a contract total of $29,532.86 plus applicable taxes for the three (3) year term.
REGULAR MEETING, June 17, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves a sponsorship of a Hole Sponsor of $200 to the Sudbury East Chamber of Commerce towards their 9-Hole Golf Tournament being held on September 13, 2026.
REGULAR MEETING, June 17, 2026 · Carried
Minutes of the REGULAR MEETING Meeting of June 17, 2026 Page 6 of 9 BE IT RESOLVED THAT the open session reconvenes at 7:15 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING, June 17, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-35, being a by-law to appoint Mélanie Bouffard as Chief Administrative Officer / Clerk, effective January 1, 2027 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR MEETING, June 17, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council awards the purchase of the zero turn mower from Outdoor Plus Ltd. for the amount of $23,500.00 plus applicable taxes.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council award the Contract for the Upgrades to the Wally Lamondin Beach Pavilion to Beaup Contracting for the total amount of $ 21,100 plus applicable taxes.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-33, being a by-law to appoint a Building Inspector be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the 2026 Sudbury East Planning Board Municipal Apportionment in the amount of $67,125.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council agrees to a donation of $500 towards the Good Food Market.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council supports the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities’ Resolution No. 2026-04 calling upon the Government of Ontario to establish stable and equitable funding and expanded 24/7 crisis response, stabilization, and treatment for mental health and addictions services in Northern Ontario, while publicly reporting regional outcomes to ensure accountability and evidence-
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council supports the attached Open Letter dated May 21, 2026 from France Gélinas and Jamie West - Members of Provincial Parliament to complete the four-laning of Highway 69 in Northern Ontario.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the meeting be closed as authorized in the Municipal Act pursuant to Section 239(2) (d) "labour relations or employee negotiations" to present an update and final processes of the organizational structure/succession planning of employees.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the open session reconvenes at 9:00 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda be accepted as distributed.
French River Housing Board, May 26, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the audited Financial Statements prepared by Baker Tilly Chartered Accountants for the year ending December 31, 2025.
REGULAR MEETING, May 20, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the Items of the Consent Agenda under Section 8.1.
REGULAR MEETING, April 15, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-18, being a by-law to execute a Company-Approved Helipad Agreement with Ornge for the Noëlville Helipad Site be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR MEETING, March 18, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS the Municipality of East Ferris is planning the construction of a new fire hall that will serve as a regional fire training centre for fire departments including from across the Nipissing, East Parry Sound, and East Sudbury districts; AND WHEREAS the closest accredited and operational training facilities are currently located in Huntsville, Haileybury, and Sault Ste. Marie, requiring signi
REGULAR MEETING, March 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented.
REGULAR MEETING, March 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the Items of the Consent Agenda under Section 8.1.
REGULAR MEETING, March 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council approves the Municipal Insurance Program Renewal with Brokerlink Inc. for a one (1) year term period from January 15, 2026 to January 15, 2027 in the amount of two hundred and eighty-two thousand, eight hundred and sixty-six dollars ($282,866) plus PST.
REGULAR MEETING, February 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Special Agenda be adopted as presented.
SPECIAL MEETING - ZBA, February 18, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2026-08, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of French River at a meeting held on February 4, 2026 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR MEETING, February 4, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2025-49, being a by-law to authorize an alternative voting method and languages for the 2026 Municipal & School Board Election (Internet/Telephone Voting Method) be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR COUNCIL, November 5, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Municipality of French River supports the Township of Larder Lake’s resolution respectfully requesting that the Province of Ontario, through the Ministry of the Solicitor General and the Office of the Fire Marshal, extend the compliance deadlines outlined in Ontario Regulation 343/22 to a minimum of two years beyond the final release date of the Ontario Seal
REGULAR COUNCIL, November 5, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the Council of the Municipality of Bluewater, at its Regular Meeting of September 2, 2025, passed a Resolution urging the Province of Ontario to address the staffing shortages leading to the closure of before and after school programs; AND WHEREAS the Municipality of French River is experiencing a similar challenge, whereby financing for before and after school programming is provided thro
REGULAR COUNCIL, November 5, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the open session reconvenes at 7:20 pm.
REGULAR COUNCIL, November 5, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2025-42, being a by-law to enter into an Oversight Agreement with French River Non-Profit Housing Corporation be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR COUNCIL, October 15, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the meeting be closed as authorized in the Municipal Act pursuant to Section 239(2) (a) "the security of the property of the municipality or local board" with respect to presenting information to Minutes of the REGULAR MEETING Meeting of October 15, 2025 Page 6 of 7 Council on enforcement and investigation systems and processes and under section 239 (2) (d) "labour relations or
REGULAR COUNCIL, October 15, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2025-47, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of French River at a meeting held on October 15, 2025 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR COUNCIL, October 15, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as amended to withdraw the following items: Items 6.1.1 and 6.1.2 - By-laws in relation to the French River Non-Profit Housing Corporation (will be brought to October 15th meeting) Item 10.1 - Notice of Motion Submitted by Councillor Bob Prévost in regard to Question on the Ballot for 2026 Municipal Elections relating to Curbside Garbage Collection witing
REGULAR COUNCIL, October 1, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 2025-43, being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Municipality of French River at a meeting held on October 1, 2025 be read a first, second and third time and finally passed.
REGULAR COUNCIL, October 1, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Be it resolved that the Board appoints Paul Mayer and Denis Prevost as representatives to continue negotiations with Staff and TD Bank regarding finalizing the mortgage financing, and report back with recommendations.
French River Senior Housing Board, September 24, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Be it resolved that the French River Seniors Housing Board authorize an honorarium of $500.00 for the Superintendent.
French River Senior Housing Board, September 24, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Be it resolved that the Board approves the Oversight Agreement between the French River Seniors Housing Corporation and the Municipality of French River. AND THAT the Board Chair officially sign the agreement.
French River Senior Housing Board, September 24, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council declares the French River Family Ball Tournament being held August 8, 9 & 10, 2025 as a community event of municipal significance.
REGULAR COUNCIL, May 21, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Agenda be adopted as presented.
REGULAR COUNCIL, May 7, 2025 · Carried

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