Village de Belledune public meetings in 2025
29 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will hold its Committee of Whole Council meeting on December 1, 2025. Council members will receive updates on capital renewal funding and a policy discussion from the CAO. The meeting also includes a discussion of the Dangerous & Unsightly Premises Process and an update on the CRSC meeting. No formal decisions are noted in the agenda.
- Mayor: Dangerous & Unsightly Premises Process
- CAO: Capital Renewal Funding Update
- CAO: Policy Discussion
- Councillor Carmichael: Update on CRSC Meeting
Special Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune council will convene to adopt the meeting agenda, hear statements of conflict of interest, and review the 2026 General Operating and Utility Operating Fund Budget proposed by the Clerk Treasurer.
- Adoption of Special Council Meeting agenda
- Statements of Conflict of Interest
- Review of 2026 General Operating and Utility Operating Fund Budget
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council meeting will review several items, including a by‑law amendment hearing date, a fire conference, a funding agreement with the Regional Development Corp (Project No. 17130), a UMNB harassment and intimidation symposium, and approval of the design for the Chaleur Drive water‑treatment main line replacement. The council will also discuss the 2026 budget ratio and receive reports on grants, finances, and other administration matters. A closed‑session will be held for budget discussion.
- PID 50075357 By‑law Amendment hearing date
- 2025 Fire Conference
- Regional Development Corp – Funding Agreement (Project No. 17130)
- UMNB Harassment & Intimidation Symposium
- Chaleur Drive Water Treatment Main Line Replacement – design approval
Special Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council is holding a special meeting to review the municipal budget. A public budget discussion will be followed by a closed‑session portion for confidential budget matters. Standard procedural items such as adopting the agenda and conflict‑of‑interest statements are also on the agenda.
- Budget discussion (public)
- Closed‑session budget discussion
- Adopt agenda
- Statements of conflict of interest
Special Council Meeting
The special council meeting will include a public discussion of the village’s budget followed by a closed‑session portion for further budget matters. Other agenda items are routine procedures such as the call to order, adoption of the agenda, conflict‑of‑interest statements, and reports from the council, the chief administrative officer, and the clerk‑treasurer.
- Public budget discussion
- Closed‑session budget discussion
- Report from the chief administrative officer, Landon Lee
- Report from the clerk‑treasurer, Angela Culligan
- Standard procedural items (call to order, agenda adoption, conflict‑of‑interest statements)
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of Whole Council will hold a closed‑session discussion on industrial development. Council members will also discuss years of service for Village of Belledune employees and hear an announcement by Serge Cormier in Bathurst. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Closed session: industrial development discussion
- Discussion on years of service for Village of Belledune employees
- Serge Cormier announcement in Bathurst
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will review and vote on several items, including a revision of the Main Street Upgrading three‑year plan, resolutions on the AFC Approach, and contracts for winter snow removal at the Jacquet River Fire Hall and a portion of Ocean Avenue. Council members will also receive reports on shared infrastructure, the 2026 Economic Summit, and the Renaissance Nursing Home. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda, minutes, and statements of conflict of interest.
- Main Street Upgrading – three‑year plan revision
- Resolution confirming engagement in the AFC Approach
- Winter Maintenance Service – Jacquet River Fire Hall snow removal RFQ #JRFH‑2025‑28
- Winter Maintenance Service – portion of Ocean Avenue tender #PW‑2025‑2028
- Firefighter Recognition Dinner
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune Committee of Whole Council will hear a transportation presentation, receive the October mayor's report and an update on shared infrastructure, and consider a discussion on adopting an Age‑Friendly Community designation. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Transportation presentation by Jocelyne Hachey
- October mayor's report
- Shared infrastructure discussion
- Discussion on becoming an Age‑Friendly Community
- PMHP Directive presentation by CAO Landon Lee
Special Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune Council will consider amendments to the Rural Plan for Smearer Road and 4097 Main Street, and will vote on the Chaleur Regional Service Commission 2026 Budget.
- Amendment to Rural Plan - Smearer Road (PID 20068888)
- Amendment to Rural Plan - 4097 Main Street (PID 50075357)
- Chaleur Regional Service Commission 2026 Budget
- UMNB AGM Voting
Regular Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune Council will discuss 2025 capital projects and a social and environmental grant report. The body will consider funding for a beach access study and cleanups of dangerous and unsightly properties.
- 2025 Capital Project discussion
- RDC Funding for Beach Access Study
- Dangerous and Unsightly Cleanup at 2546 Main Street
- Dangerous and Unsightly Cleanup at 88 Chaleur Drive
- UMNB Conference Per Diem Approval
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of Whole Council will hear a series of updates from the mayor and councillors, covering the council portfolio, village income tax program, appeals committee, summer student and public works projects, housing, budget, and the local food bank. No formal decisions or motions are listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as adoption of the agenda, conflict‑of‑interest statements, and a closed session.
- Mayor's Council Portfolio Update
- Village Income Tax Program Update
- Housing Update and Budget Discussion
- Food Bank Update and Discussion
- Summer Student/Public Works/Campground/Salmon Barrier Update
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will consider several motions, including an incentive for a medical professional and the 2024 Annual Report. Members will discuss the CCBF Plan for 2024‑2028. A key item is the approval of the Curry Drive storm relocation project tender. Administration reports on social and environmental grants and financials will also be presented.
- Incentive for Medical Professional
- 2024 Annual Report
- CCBF Plan 2024‑2028
- Curry Drive Strom Relocation Project Approval for Tender
- Social and Environmental Grant Report
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of Whole Council will meet to discuss various municipal updates and bylaws. The agenda includes reports from the Mayor and Councillors on community programs and local services. A closed session is scheduled to address an employment matter.
- Dangerous and Unsightly Premises By-Law
- Income Tax Program for Seniors
- Update on doctor or nurse practitioner for Jacquet River
- ATV Shelter discussion
- Closed session regarding an employment matter
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting will consider awarding a tender for the Main Street upgrade slated for 2025. It will also approve a tender for a shoulder‑widening project and discuss the village’s contribution to Bathurst Airport, including a related resolution. Procedural items such as the call to order, acknowledgments, and conflict‑of‑interest statements are also on the agenda.
- Tender award for Main Street Upgrade 2025
- Approval of tender for shoulder widening project
- Closed discussion on Bathurst Airport contribution
- Airport contribution resolution
Regular Council Meeting
The council will consider several motions and resolutions, including cancelling the July 2025 Committee of Whole and Regular Meetings, setting a per diem for orientation of newly elected officials, approving purchase of self‑contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment, approving purchase of an asphalt hotbox, and appointing a co‑chair for the Appeals Committee. The meeting will also include reports on social and environmental grants, financial matters, and statements from the mayor and councillors on topics such as beautification, policing, and health services.
- Cancellation of July 2025 Committee of Whole and Regular Meetings
- Per diem for orientation for newly elected officials
- Purchase of SCBA equipment
- Purchase of asphalt hotbox
- Appointment of Appeals Committee co‑chair
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune Council will conduct standard procedural business, including a call to order, adoption of the agenda, and conflict‑of‑interest statements. Council members will give individual reports and presentations, such as RSC discussions and the Chaleur Bay Watershed Group AGM. A closed‑session will be held for a legal discussion. No specific motions or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Mayor Arseneault report
- Councillor Bourque report
- RSC discussions by Councillor Carmichael
- Chaleur Bay Watershed Group AGM (Councillor Robinson)
- Closed‑session legal discussion
Regular Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune will hold a regular council meeting to review administration and financial reports. The council will also consider motions and resolutions regarding the Culligan Boat Slip.
- Culligan Boat Slip motion and resolution
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of Whole Council will meet to review health and wellness activities and discuss local issues. The agenda includes reports from council members and administration.
- Summary of 2025 Health & Wellness Activities by Darrell Culligan
- Discussion on solutions for tire marks in the community
- Discussion of hockey school at the arena
- Recognition of Legion members receiving King Charles (III) medallions
Special Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will convene a special meeting on May 6, 2025. After routine items such as the call to order and adoption of the agenda, the council will enter a closed session to address an employment issue. No further details are provided in the agenda.
- Call to order and acknowledgement of Treaties of Peace and Friendship
- Adopt agenda
- Statements of conflict of interest
- Closed session – employment matter (details confidential)
- Adjournment
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will review several financial and planning items. Council members will discuss the PID 50117993 Build Request and a proposal to hire a strategic planning consultant. They will also consider the appointment of the village’s 2025 auditors and review recent financial statements.
- Review and vote on PID 50117993 Build Request
- Consider hiring a strategic planning consultant
- Presentation of 2024 financial statements by Remi Boudreau, Allen Paquet & Arseneau
- Appointment of the village’s 2025 auditors
- Review of 2025 financial statements
Special Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune will convene a special council meeting on March 31, 2025 at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, adoption of the agenda, and conflict‑of‑interest statements. Business will be addressed in a closed session, the contents of which are not detailed in the agenda. The meeting will adjourn after the closed session.
- Closed session to discuss business (details not disclosed)
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will open the meeting, adopt the agenda, and receive reports on grants and finances. Council members will make statements and the council will discuss several motions and resolutions. The agenda includes decisions on a public works pickup truck, digital signage, a postage meter lease, and an amendment to the Smearer Road West resolution.
- Public Works Pickup Truck Approval
- Digital Signage
- Postage Meter Lease
- Amended Smearer Road West Resolution
- Social and Environmental Grant Report
Special Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune will hold a special council meeting on March 4, 2025. The primary purpose of the meeting is to conduct a closed session regarding a legal file update.
- Closed session for legal file update involving Council, CAO Landon Lee, and Clerk Treasurer Angela Culligan
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Village of Belledune Committee of Whole Council will hold its March 3 meeting to adopt the agenda, record conflict‑of‑interest statements, and hear any presentations or petitions. Council members will discuss snow removal and issues related to dog control and the SPCA. No specific decisions or votes are listed in the agenda.
- Discussion on snow removal
- Discussion on dog control and SPCA
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will adopt the agenda, hear statements of conflict of interest, and receive reports on grants and finances. It will consider presentations on economic development and discuss three motions: UMNB Advocacy Days, Smearer Road West, and a copier lease agreement. The meeting also includes by‑law and policy items and a closed session.
- Copier Lease Agreement
- UMNB Advocacy Days motion
- Smearer Road West motion
- Economic Development presentation by Chief Terry Richardson & Jim Richardson
- Social and Environmental Grant Report
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The Committee of Whole Council will meet to discuss local business and administration. Key items include a discussion on the food bank and a directive regarding a strategic plan consultant.
- Food bank discussion
- Directive on Strategic Plan Consultant
Fire / EMO Committee Meeting
The Fire / EMO Committee will meet to discuss operational matters and planning. The agenda includes discussions on the fire department clothing budget and an incentive program.
- Planning for the 2025 Fire Fighter Appreciation Dinner
- Discussion on a major fundraiser for the Fire Department
- Discussion on Fire Department Clothing Budget
- Incentive Program discussion
- Discussion on parking at Fire Station #2
Regular Council Meeting
The Belledune Village Council will discuss several items, including a request to extend the arena season, a multi‑year CCBF agreement, and approval of the preliminary and detailed design for the PMHP project. Presentations will include a Crime Stoppers talk and the swearing‑in of Dawn Hickey. The meeting also covers routine reports, statements by council members, and a closed session.
- Request for Extension of Arena Season
- CCBF Agreement 2024-2033
- PMHP Preliminary and Detailed Design Approval
- Crime Stoppers Presentation by Ron Bourque
- Swearing in of Dawn Hickey
Committee of Whole Council Meeting
The whole council will consider several topics, including an amalgamation presentation, Route 134, unsightly premises, the village recycling program, snowplow service, a town‑hall date, a regional service commission update, and an upcoming minister’s meeting. No formal decisions are listed; the items are slated for discussion.
- Amalgamation presentation
- Route 134 discussion
- Unsightly premises discussion
- Recycling program in the village
- Snowplow service/DTI communication