Newsletter Nov 9

Written By David Brown

From the desk of Councillor David Brown

City Budget, Lansdowne 2.0, and a Busy Council Schedule  


This last week has been an incredibly busy one around the Council table. Not only was the draft 2024 budget tabled, but also Council has been debating the Lansdowne 2.0 proposal.

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Ward Updates


Schedule Changes: Remembrance Day 
As Remembrance Day falls on a Saturday, certain City services will have schedule impacts on Monday, November 13th. Our office will be on November 13th. Learn more

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

Winter weather is upon us!
As the days get shorter and the temperature drops, the City will be moving into its winter road maintenance schedule. Learn more about how the City goes about snow plowing and clearing (as well as how to report a problem with plowing or clearing) here. 

Community Emergency Preparedness Grant
The Ontario Government has invested $5 million in a new grant program aimed at helping charities and not-for-profit corporations purchase critical supplies and equipment, as well as deliver training and services to improve local emergency preparedness and response. Applicants may be eligible for grants worth between $5,000 to $50,000. Learn more 

Construction Updates

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. At the request of the contractor and concurrence of Traffic Management, the closure period has been extended. The road will remain closed until Monday, 11 December 2023.

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

Barnsdale Road from Twin Elm Road to Eagleson Drive will be closed between November 20 to December 1 for work done by Hydro Ottawa to stand up hydro polls.This same section of Barnsdale will be closed between mid-January and February of 2024 for the second phase of Hydro Ottawa's work, including stringing conductors on the new polls.

Upcoming Community Events


Rural Youth Summit
The Rural Ottawa Youth Mental Health Collectiveis 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

Richmond Community 4-H Club Annual Banquet
On Monday November 20 at 6:30pm, come to the Richmond Agricultural Society Dining Hall at the Richmond Fairgrounds to celebrate the achievements of our local 4-H members. Dress is casual; please RSVP by November 15th. To RSVP or for more information, email Cindy Brown at werbzy26@gmail.com

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. 

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.

North Gower Christmas Market
North Gower's popular Christmas Market is returning with over 40 vendors! Head on down to the Alfred Taylor Recreation Centre on December 3 between 8:30am-2:00pm to pick up goodies and gifts including crafts, jewelry, art, candles, wine, artisanal produce, chocolates, treats, baked goods and much more. For more information, email: 
northgowerfarmersmarket@gmail.com 

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!

David Brown
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