Newsletter Nov 2

From the desk of Councillor David Brown

Perth and Meynell – Roundabout Issues and Delays

Residents in the Fox Run community have been patiently waiting for the construction of a roundabout at the intersection at Perth and Meynell. Unfortunately, the roundabout has again been delayed and is now expected to be completed in Spring of 2024. To say that this is frustrating to me personally is a gross understatement. I am absolutely outraged and have expressed as much to the developer and City staff.

Read the full update on what has caused this delay and what I am doing to support the community.

I was pleased to join Bob Easy, President of the Goalie Academy, has he donated $2,000 to the Richmond-Munster and the Stittsville Food banks. Thank you, Bob, for your incredibly generous donations! If you are able to do so, please consider helping a family in need through a donation to your local foodbank. *Learn more*

Ward Updates

Let there be light! Street light fixes in Munster
Residents in Munster may have noticed that, on Monday, the streetlights came back on in the community. My office and worked hard with City staff and Hydro Ottawa to get the lights on prior to Halloween. The main reason why it took so long is that there were delays as a result of the labour strike at Hydro Ottawa earlier this year. Other projects throughout the City are delayed as well; we remain in regular communication with Hydro Ottawa to prioritize the energization work throughout the community.

Winter Recreation Activities
The new registration dates for winter activities have been posted. Registration opens Tuesday, November 14 (swimming) and Thursday, November 16 (all other programs) at 9 pm. Read more here. Also, don’t forget that public skating is free! Learn more

Construction Updates

Construction season: coming to an end
As we approach winter, residents should expect to see fewer construction projects throughout the ward. As they say, Canada has two seasons: winter and construction! Some minor work may proceed through the winter, but major projects involving asphalt and concrete will resume in the spring.

Road Closures

Fourth Line from Pollock to Century Road West is closed due to excavation and box culvert replacement activities. Work on Fourth Line is ongoing but delays were encountered due to unforeseen circumstances outside the City’s control, including significant vandalism of equipment on site. Work has resumed and is expected to be completed before the end of November.

Brownlee Road from Shea Road to Huntley Road is closed for culvert replacement until November 15.

Upcoming Community Events

Remembrance Day Ceremonies
This Sunday, two Remembrance Day ceremonies will be taking place in the Ward:

11:00am: Kars Ceremony
1:00pm North Gower Ceremony

I will be attending both ceremonies; I hope to see you there.

Additionally, Remembrance Day ceremonies will be held in Manotick and Richmond on November 11th.

10:00am Richmond Ceremony
10:30am Manotick Ceremony

Rural Youth Summit
The Rural Ottawa Youth Mental Health Collective is hosting a summit for rural youth looking to gain leadership and mental health skills. It will be on November 18, 10am-3pm at the Osgoode Youth Association.Learn more

Free ASIST training
The Rural Ottawa Youth Mental Health Collective is offering 2 sessions of free ASIST training in November for any adult who mentors/works/volunteers with rural Ottawa youth .Learn more

Manotick Parade of Lights
The Manotick parade of lights will be taking place this winter! It will be held on Friday December 1st at 7pm. We will share more details closer to the date.

ROSSS Drop-In
Rural Ottawa South Support Services' (ROSSS) is hosting a new Richmond Drop-In program on Wednesday afternoons. Learn More

Annual Blanket Drive
From October to December, the Kiwanis Club's annual blanket drive will be accepting donations at the Manotick Legion. Your generous donation of a slightly used or new blanket or sleeping bag will help to keep a person warm this winter. Learn more

Richmond and Manotick Legions: Ongoing events
The Richmond and Manoitck Legions have regular events going on all year round! Learn more about the events in Richmond here and the events in Manotick here.

Library Schedule
Please note all Library branches will be closed on November 2 for an employee forum and November 11 for Remembrance Day. Learn more

Community Christmas Markets

RCL Manotick: Christmas Bazaar
Make sure to head down to the Manitock Legion on Saturday December 2 between 10am to 4pm in Harmony Hall for a Christmas Bazaar! For more information, call the legion at 613 692-3243 or email at rclbranch314@gmail.com,

Richmond Christmas Market
On November 25, head down to the St John the Baptist Church in Richmond to check out the local Christmas market! Vendor slots are full, but the Market is running a wait list. Learn more

Kars 3rd Annual Christmas Markets
Looking for that perfect gift for someone special? Mark your calendar! The Kars Annual Christmas Markets are coming back at the Kars RA between 10am to 3pm on the following days:

November 26,
December 3
December 10

For more information, including to register as a vendor, please email karscra@gmail.com or call 613-489-2524 and leave a message.

Have your say on the City of Ottawa's 2024 Budget!

Our office is holding two budget consultations for residents to have their say on the issues that matter most to them! Join us on either of the below dates for a presentation from Ottawa City staff and a question-and-answer session regarding the upcoming budget.

November 20 at 7pm: Councillors from Ottawa's south end are hosting a virtual budget consultation. Join the consultation here.
November 22 at 7pm: Join us in-person at the Chamber in Ben Franklin Place (101 Centrepoint Drive) or online for a budget consultation with Ottawa's Rural Councillors. Register for virtual participation here.

Not able to attend either session? No problem! Learn more about how you can have your say on the 2024 Budget!