In this episode, Mayor Richard Burcombe, Director of Finances Caroline Cusson and Communications Director Ghyslain Forcier discuss some of the topics on the agenda of the last Council meeting. Click on the image to play the video. THE NEXT REGULAR MEETING WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JULY 2ᴺᴰ AT 7 P.M. AT CENTRE LAC-BROME. | We Need to Take Care of Our Lake 💚💙 Enjoyed by boaters, sports enthusiasts and nature lovers alike, Brome Lake is a jewel! That's why it's so important that we all work together to preserve it! Click on the image below to see the video we've just launched! | Drinking Water in Brome Lake: Capacity and Consumption Report During various public consultations, we received many testimonials from our population expressing their concern about our ability to supply drinking water to all our water network users. We give you an overview of the current situation right here. Our current daily drinking water production capacity (3,730 m3 of water) is more than twice as high as the daily consumption of the population connected to the network (1,800 m3 of water). | | Invitation to a Hydro-Québec Meeting Hydro-Québec invites the citizens of Lac-Brome to take part in a meeting on projects to modernize the Eastern Townships power grid, as well as on transmission and distribution system operation and substation siting criteria. This is your chance to talk to the public corporation about upcoming projects! Drinks, snacks and a children's corner are available on site! Date: Monday, June 17 Time: 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Location: Centre Lac-Brome (270 Victoria Street) | Public Consultation Meeting A public consultation concerning a specific construction, alteration or occupancy proposal for an immovable (SCAOPI) at 401 Knowlton Road (route 104, lot 4 267 551) will be held on Tuesday, June 18 at 7 p.m. at Centre Lac-Brome. The SCAOPI will be presented, followed by a question period. Full details in our public notices. The SCAOPI can be consulted at Town Hall during office hours, or by e-mail at: owen.falquero@lacbrome.ca. | | 2023 Financial Statement We have just published the Town's financial report for the year 2023, which includes audited data on our revenues, expenses, investments, debt and cash flow. You can view the highlights of our financial report by clicking here. | Welcome to Our New Colleagues! In recent weeks, several new faces have joined the wonderful Town of Brome Lake team. It's with great pleasure and enthusiasm that we welcome: - Kevin Robinson, new Fire and Public Safety Director (top left) - Nicholas Brien, Acting Director of Recreation, Culture, Tourism and Community Life (top right) - Andrew Bourget, new Recreation, Culture and Community Life Coordinator (bottom left) - Josianne Laramée, new Administrative Assistant, Public Works and Technical Services (bottom right) Welcome to the team! | Safety Reminder for Swimming Pools Here are a few things you can do to make your pool safer this swimming season: - Make sure your pool is inaccessible when you're not using it. Install fencing, gates and ladders with self-closing devices. - Always appoint a responsible adult to ensure constant supervision. - Don't forget that the installation of a pool, whether in-ground or above-ground, requires a certificate of authorization from the town. You can do this online using our tool. | | The Citizens’ Meetings Are Back People of Brome Lake, now is the time to express your views on the issues that concern you directly in your sector at our citizens' meetings. At these meetings, the mayor, the elected municipal official for your sector and a member of the Town's administrative team will be on hand to answer your questions. Here are the dates of the next meetings, by sector: - Bondville, Wednesday, September 11 - Fulford, Wednesday, September 18 - Foster, Tuesday, September 24 - Knowlton/East Hill, Wednesday, September 25 - West Brome/Iron Hill, Wednesday, October 2. Detailed schedules and locations will be published soon. | | | Fête nationale du Québec in Brome Lake Lions Park Details | | | Canada Day in Brome Lake Lions Park Details | | | Did you know that any use of fertilizers and pesticides requires prior authorization from the Town? The objective behind this operation is to protect our environment from products that can contaminate soil and waterways and present health risks. Apply for a permit here. Click here to consult our regulations. | New Promotional Clothing Line! | Designed in partnership with the Kool Club illustrators' collectives (Sarah Bean, Antoine Lapierre et Aicha Smaili-Carpentier), this new line of promotional items consisting of a t-shirt, crewneck, and two reusable bags demonstrates that Brome Lake has many faces. Asked to capture what Brome Lake means to them, the artists chose ducks, paddleboards, antique shops and lakeside picnics to capture the authenticity and diversity of our region. Produced in limited quantities, these items are available online at tourismelacbrome.square.site and can be picked up at our tourist office on weekends. | | Crewneck paddleboard Shop | | | Once again this year, Festive Fridays will liven up summer evenings downtown! As usual, musical performances will take place in Coldbrook Park, and this year they'll be presented in the form of double programs. Other new features include an ice cream vendor on site for those with a sweet tooth, and outdoor screenings of short films by the National Film Board of Canada. Program : July 12 : Nick Patterson and Vanille July 26 : Leadville Union and The Barnstormers | Participatory budget The deadline for submitting ideas for the participatory budget has been extended until June 30th. This is your opportunity to submit projects that will help improve the quality of life in our community. For more information and to submit your ideas: https://lacbrome.ca/en/participatory-budget/ | | Submit your vote! With the installation of the artworks now complete, it's time to head downtown and appreciate the work of the artists who participated in the project. You can also submit your vote for your favorite chair at https://lacbrome.ca/en/contestmonsieurlachaise/. | We're still looking for referees to complete our team for the summer season! Interested? Email us at soccer@lacbrome.ca Have a great season! | | Fête nationale du Québec Sunday, June 23 from 12 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Parc des Lions (behind Centre Lac-Brome) Live an unforgettable experience with Yan the magician; Use your best strategies to stand out from the crowd at the Randolph Pub Ludique DIX30 fun caravan; Loosen your vocal chords with karaoke at the end of the day; Bring your smile, your family and don't forget your swimsuit! | | Since June 10th, our community fridge has been accessible from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the entrance of Centre Lac-Brome. Accepted foods include fruits, vegetables, bread, and pastries. You can take what you need for your personal consumption. Interested in volunteering for this project? Contact Claire Citeau at 450-242-2020 extension 306 or claire.citeau@lacbrome.ca | | | | |