Newsletter Feb 08
From the desk of Councillor David Brown
One size does not fit all
This week at City Council, my rural colleagues and I continued our fight against the idea of a “one-size-fits-all” approach to municipal governance. Rural issues need rural-specific solutions. This is a hard fact that I will continue to advocate for around the Council table. Read or listen to my comments here.
Automated Speed Enforcement
It is clear that rural road users are at an alarmingly higher risk of a serious or fatal collision than urbanites. Thankfully, the motion I introduced to conduct a rural automated speed enforcement study was passed unanimously at City Council this week. See the news coverage below or read more about it here.
Ward Updates
Water Meter Replacement Program
The City will replace several hundred small water meters in the ward - mostly in Munster, Richmond, and Manotick. Starting later this month through to early March, properties with small water meters past their useful life will receive a notification by mail containing information to book your appointment within 3 months for replacement. Resident are encouraged to look for a letter in the mail over the next few weeks. If you do not receive a letter, don’t worry: it means that your meter is not yet due for replacement.
Solid Waste Master Plan Public Engagement
The City is continuing to develop its plan to better manage waste in Ottawa. From now until March 7, share your thoughts and learn more about the City’s draft plan for managing waste over the next 30 years.
Learn more and provide your feedback about the Solid Waste Master Plan here.
Upcoming dates for in-person public engagement sessions near our communities:
- Thursday 15 February: Open-House @ Nepean Sportsplex from 7pm-9pm
- Friday 23 February: Open-House @ Cardel Rec Complex from 7pm-9pm
Pedestrian Improvements: Fortune and Martin Streets
Due to the increased number of pedestrians using the paths from the Fox Run community into the Village at Fortune and Martin Streets, City staff will install “pedestrian ahead signs” on Fortune Street in both eastbound and westbound directions. Additionally, staff will be reviewing the area to make sure that trees are not obstructing the views of pedestrians and drivers.
Lastly, in order to help tackle speeding concerns in the area, our office has requested additional traffic calming measures to be added onto Fortune Street this year; we will have more information on this soon. Taken together, these measures will significantly improve safety for pedestrians and road users.
Previous updates
Volunteers Firefighters Wanted!
Ottawa Fire Services are looking for volunteer firefighters. If you live or work in an area that is served by a volunteer fire station, are 18 years of age, and have a valid “G” Ontario driver’s license then you are eligible to apply.
Learn more about this exciting opportunity here.
The Generosity of our Community
At a recent dinner meeting, the Kiwanis Club of Manotick presented a $10,000 cheque to the Kemptville District Hospital Foundation’s CT Scanner Crossroads Campaign. The goal of this initiative is $2.2 Million to be used towards acquiring a new CT scanner. Thanks to our passionate community members for raising these critical funds.
(Photo credit: Lynne Clifford-Ward, KDH Foundation)
Construction Updates
Eagleson Road near Perth will have construction work ongoing as Hydro Ottawa continues with upgrading the transmission lines into Richmond. Though closures are not anticipated, drivers are asked to exercise caution in areas where line workers are present.
Future Closures
In Manotick, the closure of Barney McCarney Landing is planned to begin on February 12th while the closure of the east side of Hilltop Park is planned to begin in April 2024. This is part of the Manotick Watermain Link (Phase 2) project. Learn more
Fallowfield Road from Munster Side Road to Huntley Road will be closed for 6 weeks in summer of 2024 for full resurfacing and rehabilitation work. More details will be provided as they become available.
Expected closures with more details to follow:
Christopher Hamilton Street from McBean Street to Cockburn Street
Cockburn Street from Strachan Street to Christopher Hamilton Street
Colonel Murray Street from Strachan Street to Perth Road
Conley Road from Franktown Road to Mansfield Road
Eagleson Road from Old Richmond Road to Emerald Meadows Drive
Fallowfield Road from Eagleson Road to Old Richmond Road
Franktown Road/Perth Street from Munster Road to Meynell Road
Manotick Main Street from 140m north of Bridgeport Avenue to 180m north of Eastman Avenue
Pierce Road from McCordick Road to Malakoff Road
Rideau Valley Drive from Bankfield Road to Prince of Wales Drive
Rogers Stevens Drive from Dwyer Hill Road to McCordick Road
Twin Elm Road from Barnsdale Road (south) to Barnsdale Road (north)
**For more information about planned construction projects across the city, please visit the online interactive map here.**
Upcoming Community Events
**Community events will now be listed and published each week separately in another email. Keep an eye out for exciting upcoming events every Monday!**
City Updates
There’s still time to tell us what you think about commemorative naming
Registration for the City’s March break and summer camps is now open
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Meeting with Councillor Brown at the North Gower office every Thursday. Email ward21@ottawa.ca to book an appointment.