Newsletter - Jan. 27
From the desk of Councillor David Brown
On January 25th, City Council voted to send the matter of electric buses (often referred to as Zero-Emission Buses, or ZEBs) to the Transit Commission for further debate. I was one of 20 Councillors that agreed that this program needs further debate. Here’s why. Read More
In-Person Budget 2023 Consultation
Monday, Feb. 6, 2023
Goulbourn Municipal Bldg, 2135 Huntley Rd.
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 p.m.)
Register here
Ward Updates
Calling all community leaders! Councillor Brown is looking to improve dialogue between his office and our communities by creating a Ward Council. For more details and to apply to join, visit Ward Council — Ward 21 (Rideau-Jock)
Notice of partial road restrictions: On Sunday, Jan. 29, from 9 to 11:30 am, the Richmond 5 and 10 km road races will restrict partial lane traffic. For complete details on the roads affected, please visit: Notice of Partial Road Closures — Ward 21 (Rideau-Jock)
Transit survey: Do you take the bus? Would you take it if service was improved? Let us know your thoughts by taking our short transit survey.
Upcoming Events
Test your trivia knowledge against Councillor Brown and his team, in support of the Brainstrong charity, on Feb. 3, at Danby’s Roadhouse. For details, visit Charity Trivia For Brainstrong — Ward 21 (Rideau-Jock)
Shiverfest is only a week away! Enjoy two days of family-fun activities in Manotick. For more details, visit Shiverfest — Ward 21 (Rideau-Jock)
North Gower's 59th Winter Carnival is happening Feb 3/4. Visit our events page for the complete schedule.
City Updates
Economic Development Survey. The City of Ottawa is putting together an Economic Development Strategy for the new Term of Council and is seeking input from Ottawa’s broader business community.
Registration for March break camps is now open. Create an account and browse programs at: register.ottawa.ca
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