Newsletter - Feb. 9
From the desk of Councillor David Brown
Budget Consultation – what we heard.
Budget consultations are ongoing! On Monday, our office hosted an in-person engagement session, which was attended by roughly 20 people who provided their views on the budget. Residents gave feedback and asked questions to City staff, and provided a range of suggestions, as well. Some of those suggestions included that the City should:
Allocate more revenue toward rural roads and road maintenance
Explore new options with winter road maintenance, including potential City partnerships with private laneway plows
Increase the length of the budget consultation process and allow for more feedback from residents
Provide residents with more easily accessible information on the budget
To provide your feedback on the budget, visit Engage Ottawa, or register here for a virtual session on February 22nd.
Visit our website to see a Ward 21 Breakdown of the Budget
Ward Updates
Transit survey results
Our office has received nearly 200 survey responses and over 120 comments from residents. Check out this infographic exploring some of the results so far from the survey that will help inform what changes the Councillor’s office pursues when it comes to transit in our communities. View the results
Did you know?
Rural Ottawa South Support Services is now offering reasonably priced maintenance services for your home. More information
Upcoming Events
YOMA’s Youth Job Fair and Expo: On February 11, from 10-12, come see what opportunities are available for rural youth, including activities, recreation, volunteerism, and employment. More information
Sweet Skate: Munster Community Association is proud to present Sweet Skate, on February 11, from 3-7 pm. Enjoy skating, music, a rink-side firepit, a baking competition, and food! More information
Winterlude 2023: From February 3 to 20, rediscover the joys of winter activities with family and friends. More information
Family Day at Pierce's Corner: Join the MCRA on Monday, Feb. 20th, from 10-3, for a day of family fun activities, including hot dogs, chili, and hot chocolate, sleigh rides, maple syrup toffee, and inside activities for both young and old. More information
Do you have an event you’d like us to share? Email your request and event details to: ward21@ottawa.ca
City Updates
Rink of Dreams: Enjoy skating on the state-of-the-art refrigerated Rink of Dreams, located outside City Hall. More information
Budget: The proposed budget was tabled last week, and will be reviewed by the various committees before returning to council on March 1. View the draft budget
Black History Month: Mayor Sutcliffe has proclaimed February to be Black History Month in Ottawa. Across the country, Canadians will dedicate this month to recognizing and learning about the contributions of African, Caribbean and Black Canadians to the rich history and culture of our nation and communities. More information
Stay in touch
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Emailing your concerns to ward21@ottawa.ca
Calling the office at 613-580-2491
Meeting with Councillor Brown at the North Gower office every Thursday. Email ward21@ottawa.ca to book an appointment.