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VOLUME 6 | SUMMER 2021
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MUNICIPAL NEWS
GENERAL INFORMATION
HUDSON COMMUNITY POOL - SUMMER SCHEDULE

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SUMMER 2021 • ÉTÉ 2021

PATROUILLE COMMUNAUTAIRE
24/7
Tél: 514 219-5383

HÔTEL DE VILLE
Services administratifs
481 Main, Hudson (Québec) J0P 1H0
Tél. : 450 458-5347
Courriel: info@ville.hudson.qc.ca
Heures de bureau (sujet à changement) :
Lundi au jeudi de 9 h 00 à 16 h 00
(Fermé entre 12 h et 13 h)
Vendredi de 9 h 00 à 12 h 00
Nous vous suggérons de communiquer
avec nous par téléphone ou par courriel
avant de vous déplacer à l'Hôtel de Ville.

CENTRE COMMUNAUTAIRE
STEPHEN F. SHAAR
394 Main, Hudson (Québec) J0P 1H0
Tél: 450 458-6699
Courriel : recreation@ville.hudson.qc.ca

COMMUNITY PATROL 24/7
Tel: 514 219-5383
HUDSON TOWN HALL
                                             SUMMARY                                                 SOMMAIRE
Administrative Services                      MUNICIPAL NEWS........................... 4             BULLETIN MUNICIPAL.................10
481 Main, Hudson (Québec) J0P 1H0
Tel: 450 458-5347 • Fax: 450 458-4922        GENERAL INFORMATION..............5                      INFORMATION GÉNÉRALE......... 11
Email: info@ville.hudson.qc.ca
                                             ACTIVITES...........................................7   ACTIVITÉS.........................................13
Office Hours (Subject to change)
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
(Closed from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm)
Friday 9:00 am – 12:00 pm                        Rédaction et correction / Editing and proofreading :
                                                 Division des communications de la ville de Hudson
We suggest that you communicate with
                                                 Communications Division of the Town of Hudson
us by phone or email before going to
Town Hall.                                       Dépôt légal | Legal deposit : 2021
                                                 Production graphique / Graphic Design :
STEPHEN F. SHAAR                                 Editions Média Plus Communication | Téléphone : 514 727 6769 | Site : editionsmpc.ca
COMMUNITY CENTRE
394 Main, Hudson (Québec) J0P 1H0                Impression / Print Production :
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Tel: 450 458-6699
Email : recreation@ville.hudson.qc.ca

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MUNICIPAL NEWS

                                         A WORD FROM THE MAYOR
                                         Fellow citizens,
                                         Construction is finally under way for Main Road in the village! Prior to the elections of 2017, I heard from
                                         many of you that the conditions of the villages sidewalks and roads simply weren’t acceptable. I promised to
                                         you that, as your mayor, I would fix this longstanding problem. From the planning stages to execution, we
                                         listened and worked with citizens to make this a reality! The vision of making a more pedestrian friendly one
                                         is now being built.
                                         Council planned during the winter and spring months to provide citizens the summer services they want and
                                         deserve. The pool is open and the day camp has returned to Hudson. COVID is still with us but we’ve adapted
                                         to the challenges presented by the pandemic. Hudsonites got priority parking passes in the mail and will have
                                         priority access to our waterfront spots for beautiful summer days in Hudson.
                                         Have a great summer!

                                         Jamie Nicholls
                                         Mayor of Hudson

MEMBERS OF COUNCIL
Mayor - Jamie Nichols                                                             COMMUNITY PATROL
Councillors                                                                       The Community Patrol ensures peace, order,
                                                                                  and the upkeep of municipal by-laws of
District 1 | Como : Helen Kurgansky                                               general interest, such as parking, animals, use
                                                                                  of drinking water and nuisances.
District 2 | Hudson – East : Austin Rikley-Krindle
                                                                                  To reach the patrol, call 514-219-5383 or the Town Hall at
District 3 | Hudson – Center : Vacant                                             450 458-5347. In case of an emergency, call 911.
District 4 | Fairhaven : Barbara Robinson

District 5 | Heights – East : Jim Duff

District 6 | West : Daren Legault
                                                                                  EMERGENCY����������������������������������������������������������������������������911
                                                                                  Community Patrol���������������������������������������������������� 514 219-5383

    TOWN COUNCIL MEETINGS                                                         HEALTH LINE��������������������������������������������������������������������������811
    Regular meetings are held at 7:30 pm on the first Monday of                   Town Hall����������������������������������������������������������������� 450 458-5347
    each month. When the first Monday is a holiday, the meeting is
                                                                                  Stephen F. Shaar Community Centre��������������������450 458-6699
    usually held on the Tuesday.
                                                                                  Poison Control Centre�����������������������������������������1 800 463-5060
    Upcoming Meetings: June 7th, July 5th, August 2nd and September
    13th.                                                                         C.L.S.C. (Vaudreuil-Dorion)����������������������������������� 450 455-6171
                                                                                  C.L.S.C. (Rigaud)����������������������������������������������������� 450 451-6609
                                                                                  Animal Control (R. Seymour)�������������������������������� 450 455-3950

   WE’RE HERE TO SERVE YOU!
   One number, one email address for all your inquiries.
   We’re pleased to roll out the new inquiry tracking system! Calls               STEPHEN F. SHAAR
   and emails entering through our centralized phone number or
   email address are logged and issued a file number, making it                   COMMUNITY CENTRE
   easier for you to track your inquiry or complaint.
                                                                                  394 Main, Hudson (Québec) J0P 1H0
   Email: info@ville.hudson.qc.ca or call directly at 450 458-5347,               Tel: 450 458-6699 • Fax: 450 458-7764
   extension 0                                                                    Email: recreation@ville.hudson.qc.ca

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GENERAL INFORMATION

PERMITS AND RESTRICTIONS
                                                                             PESTICIDES
       CONSTRUCTION PERMITS
                                                                             The town of Hudson adopted a
                                                                             new by-law concerning the use
       Planning on doing some renovations? Thinking of                       of pesticides on its territory.
       installing a pool this summer? Before starting any work,              The principal modifications
       it is important to first verify with the Urban Planning               made to the by-law concern the
       department to determine if there are any applicable by-               type of products authorized as
       laws and whether a permit is needed. Please note that                 well as the restrictions to their
       some time may be required for the analysis and issuance               use.
       of permits.                                                           The use of pesticides is
                                                                             prohibited throughout the
                                                                             territory of the town of Hudson, however, certain exceptions such
                                                                             as cases of infestation, reasons of safety, public health or prevention
                                                                             should be noted. The use of low-impact pesticides, biological control
LAWN WATERING                                                                agents and synthetic fertilizers are still permitted in accordance with
                                                                             the application guidelines provided on the product label. In addition,
The by-law on the use of drinking water from the municipal aqueduct          the application and spreading of fertilizers, pesticides or herbicides is
allows lawns to be watered with watering systems at set times and on         prohibited during nesting periods in any wetland, forest, woodland or
set days, according to the civic number:                                     wasteland, in order to reduce the risk of harmful effects on migratory
• Monday for dwellings whose civic number ends in 0 or 1;                    birds. Regarding the protection of watercourses, a minimum protective
                                                                             strip of 15 meters in which any application of pesticides is prohibited
• Tuesday for dwellings whose civic number ends with 2 or 3;
                                                                             must be maintained.
• Wednesday for dwellings with civic numbers ending in 4 or 5;
                                                                             The regulation also aims to provide a framework for contractors and
• Thursday for dwellings with civic numbers ending in 6 or 7;
                                                                             establish certain obligations towards owners. Any contractor applying
• Friday for homes with civic numbers ending in 8 or 9;                      pesticides will now be required to hold a valid annual registration
                                                                             certificate issued by the town. The contractor must also keep an annual
Manual watering of a garden, vegetable garden, flower box, planter, flower
                                                                             register of pesticides used, including low-impact pesticides.
bed, tree or shrub is permitted at all times with a self-closing nozzle.
                                                                             Regarding the owner or occupant, they must apply for a temporary
Did you know that a lawn requires an average of only 2.5 cm (1 inch) of
                                                                             application permit and notify the neighbors adjacent to the site in
water per week? Encourage roots to grow deep to make your lawn more
                                                                             writing of the application of pesticides, at least 24 hours in advance.
resistant by watering less often, but thoroughly. Visit www.hudson.
                                                                             The contractor must then install, on the property where the application
quebec for more water-saving tips.
                                                                             took place, posters that comply with the graphic standards established
                                                                             in section 72 of the Quebec Pesticides Management Code. These
                                                                             posters must remain in place for a minimum period of 72 hours
PUBLIC SECURITY                                                              following the application of pesticides and 24 hours for applications of
                                                                             synthetic fertilizers, biological control agents or supplements.
This year more than ever, with our lakes and rivers being increasingly
crowded with diversified boats, it is essential to adopt good navigational   Finally, the application of pesticides on golf courses or on agricultural
practices. Therefore, the Hudson Fire Department would like to               lands is authorized but must be carried out by a person in possession
remind you of some simple habits so that everyone can enjoy the water        of a valid personal certificate issued by the Ministry. A pesticide use
for years to come. Transport Canada has developed a boating safety           register will also be required. Golf clubs must also obtain certification
guide and you can access it by following this link:                          in the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf (ACSP) before
                                                                             April 30, 2023, in order to justify the responsible and sustainable use of
https://tc.canada.ca/sites/default/files/migrated/tp_511e.pdf                pesticides and subsequently ensure that this certification is up to date.

MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR SEPTIC SYSTEMS
The town of Hudson wishes to start a program to manage the septic systems present on its territory. In addition to issuing the permits, the town
must ensure that the septic systems comply with the Regulation respecting wastewater disposal systems for isolated dwellings (Q-2, r.22) by carrying
out, among other things, the monitoring of operating conditions, by setting up appropriate monitoring tools as well as within the framework of
a municipal by-law. The town of Hudson therefore wishes to document the information on septic systems and have them upgraded if required.
The town also plans, through its management plan, to setup a municipal tank emptying program. The main objective of the town is to inform the
citizens concerned and, as such, a letter will be sent to them by summer 2021 giving more details on this program. Also, a public meeting will be
organized to present this management plan. Finally, be aware that the town of Hudson wishes to promote the voluntary correction of non-compliant
septic systems and will make arrangements to assist in financing through a loan by-law (the precise arrangements will be presented to you).
In conclusion, the town of Hudson wishes to get involved in improving the quality of the water on its territory and thanks you in advance for your
co-operation.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TREES                                                                      SEPTIC TANKS
                                                                           Has it been two years already? If you use your septic tank year-
                                                                           round, you must have it emptied at least once every two years
                                                                           and provide proof to the Urban Planning department that you
                                                                           have had your tank emptied. Send a copy of your invoice via email:
                                                                           info@ville.hudson.qc.ca to the attention of the Urban Planning
                                                                           department. The invoice must include the address and the date the
                                                                           septic tank was emptied.

                                                                           CANINE COURTESY:
                                                                           GOOD PRACTICES TO ADOPT
                                                                           Since the entry into force of the Provincial Regulation respecting
                                                                           the application of the Act to promote the protection of persons by
                                                                           establishing a framework regarding dogs in March 2020, dogs must be
                                                                           always kept on a leash in public places, with the exception of the dog
                                                                           park located at Thompson Park 726 Main.
The town of Hudson modified its tree by-law. The main modification
of this by-law is the introduction of a minimum density of trees based     With the arrival of spring, the Town of Hudson would like to remind dog
on the area of each property as well as regulations regarding the          owners and guardians that it is their duty to remove excrement produced
replacement of trees.                                                      by their animal on public and private spaces. This includes walking trails
                                                                           in parks, green and wooded areas. In addition, dogs must always be kept
Any tree felled must be replaced if the number of trees on the property    on a leash in public spaces, unless otherwise indicated.
is below the threshold of trees required. However planting new trees
will not be required to meet the minimum threshold, only to replace
each felled tree. This requirement does not apply to agricultural areas
and the felling of ash trees. A deposit of $ 200 per tree to be replaced
must be paid to the town.
                                                                               “BUDDY” PROGRAM
                                                                               PAIRING VOLUNTEERS
If the trees are not replaced within 18 months, the deposit will be kept
and deposited in new fund to assist homeowners with new plantings.
For example:                                                                   WITH SENIORS IN NEED
• For a lot with fewer trees than the minimum indicated in the                 IF YOU ARE A SENIOR OVER 60, YOU CAN BENEFIT FROM
  regulations: I want to cut down 1 tree. I have 10 trees on my land           THE BUDDY PROGRAM.
  and the bylaw requires 14 trees. You will need a tree cutting permit
                                                                               A BUDDY is an adult volunteer who will check in with a Senior
  and leave a deposit of $200 to cut the tree. You will have 18 months
                                                                               by phone to make sure, they are OK, help them find solutions
  to plant 1 new tree to get the deposit refunded. You will not have to
                                                                               to their daily needs, or to simply be someone with whom to
  plant 4 trees to meet the minimal threshold, as you only cut down
                                                                               connect.
  one tree.
                                                                               To ensure that our Seniors are not put at risk, Buddies do not
• For a lot with more trees than the minimum indicated in the
                                                                               have physical contact with their Senior.
  regulations: I want to cut down 1 tree. I have 20 trees on my land
  and the bylaw requires 16 trees. You will need a permit to fell the          If you are a Senior wanting a Buddy please call the Town Hall
  tree. You will not need to leave a deposit or plant a new tree.              at 450 458-5347, extension 0 and leave us your name and phone
                                                                               number.
In order to encourage the planting of trees, the town of Hudson will
provide citizens with a financial assistance program for planting trees.       This is a neighbourly, free service, in partnership with
Any citizen wishing to benefit from this financial aid must complete           community members and the Town of Hudson.
the financial assistance form and provide the following documents:
• Proof of residency.
• An invoice justifying the purchase of a tree in the business of their
  choice.
• A photograph of the tree(s) concerned by the request.
Replacement trees must be at least 1.8 m high and 3 cm in diameter,
measured at a height of 1 m from the ground. Financial assistance
of a maximum amount of $100 is paid by check within 90 days of
submitting the application and the required documents, if all the
eligibility conditions are met and subject to available funds. Only one
financial aid request may be submitted per address, per year.

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GENERAL INFORMATION                                          ACTIVITIES

COLLECTION CALENDAR

Garbage & Recycling Collection
Since June 4, 2020, the collection of garbage (green bin) is every
2 weeks. Recycling pickup takes place once a week on Tuesday. To
access the collection calendar as well as the map of collection sectors,
and to find out what materials are accepted in the blue bin go to
www.hudson.quebec/en/collection-of-materials

Collection of Organic Waste
Food waste pickup takes place once a week on Wednesdays. To access
the collection calendar and to and to find out what materials are
accepted in the brown bin, go to www.hudson.quebec/en/brownbin
There will be 13 collections of green waste in 2021. The collection will
take place every 2 weeks, from Wednesday May 12, 2021 to Wednesday
October 27, 2021. Green waste must be placed in paper bags or in
metal, cardboard, or plastic containers with a maximum volume of
1m3 and a maximum weight of 25kg.
In 2020, nearly 250 metric tonnes of organic waste were diverted from
landfills thanks to the collection of organic waste. Thank you to all our
citizens who are making efforts to reduce the amount of waste sent
to landfill sites. It is the little things that make a big difference to our
planet.

Bulk-item pick-up
Bulky items are collected every 3rd Friday of the month, from April to
November. Registry is necessary in order to benefit from this service.
Please note that all items picked up during the bulky item collection
are sent directly to the landfill. In order to divert these materials
from landfills and give them a second life, you can dispose them at
the ecocenter or contact non-profit organizations which can take
your objects in good condition as well as certain defective appliances.
Some organizations even offer to collect these materials at your home!
Visit the town’s website for the list of organizations in the area.

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ACTIVITIES

   HUDSON COMMUNITY POOL
   We are pleased to offer access to the Hudson Community Pool this summer.
   However, to adhere to the restrictions and guidelines put in place by the
   government, all lessons and programs are cancelled for this season.
   The pool will be open for free swim and lap swim only and is reserved for
   Hudson residents.
   Access to the swimming pool will be FREE for this year.
   Due to the restricted capacity, residents will have to reserve time slots in
   advance in order to use the facility.
   For more information and updates please visit the Town website.
   www.hudson.quebec
   HUDSON COMMUNITY POOL 2021
              MONDAY            TUESDAY         WEDNESDAY          THURSDAY        FRIDAY             SATURDAY      SUNDAY
   8:00       LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM                            POOL          POOL
   9:00       FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM                           CLOSED        CLOSED

                                    30 MIN TRANSITION                                         9:00    LAP SWIM      LAP SWIM
              LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM                  10:00   FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
  9:30                                                                              POOL
  10:30       FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM       CLOSED                30 MIN TRANSITION
                                    30 MIN TRANSITION                                         10:30   LAP SWIM      LAP SWIM
               LAP SWIM         LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM                  11:30   FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
  11:00
  12:00       FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM                             30 MIN TRANSITION
                                       30 MIN TRANSITION                                      12:00
                                                                                                      FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
                                                                                               1:00
  12:30          POOL             POOL              POOL              POOL          POOL
   1:30         CLOSED           CLOSED            CLOSED            CLOSED        CLOSED                30 MIN TRANSITION

   1:30                                                                                       1:30
              FREE SWIM         DAY CAMP         FREE SWIM          DAYCAMP       FREE SWIM           FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
   2:30                                                                                       2:30

                                             30 MIN TRANSITION                                           30 MIN TRANSITION

   3:00                                                                                       3:00
              FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM      FREE SWIM           FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
   4:00                                                                                       4:00

                                             30 MIN TRANSITION                                           30 MIN TRANSITION

   4:30                                                                                       4:30
              FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM      FREE SWIM           FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
   5:30                                                                                       5:30

                                             30 MIN TRANSITION                                           30 MIN TRANSITION

   6:00                                                                                       6:00
              FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM      FREE SWIM           FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
   6:45                                                                                       6:45

                                             30 MIN TRANSITION                                           30 MIN TRANSITION

   7:15       FREE SWIM        FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM         FREE SWIM      FREE SWIM   7:15    FREE SWIM    FREE SWIM
   8:00        LAP SWIM         LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM          LAP SWIM      LAP SWIM    8:00    LAP SWIM      LAP SWIM

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