We’ve heard many concerns about parking in Lowertown related to inconsistencies between the different streets and the same vehicles overstaying their welcome every weekday. The purpose of this survey is to evaluate the feedback in regards to a complete standardization of on-street parking limits in Lowertown. Please note this survey does not propose any changes to the paid parking in …
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The city’s rental market has seen the highest rental growth in the country. But it’s not enough, and it’s not affordable. In my role as a city councillor and chair of Ottawa Community Housing, I meet and speak with many individuals, some with heartbreaking stories to share. For instance, a young mother, with three kids under the age of 10, …
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Last fall I had the opportunity to speak at the TEDx Ottawa forum on this vital issue in our City. I have a key to my own home. Chances are, you do too, and I believe a key is a right. The face of homelessness continues to change, more frequently families are faced with emergency housing needs in growing numbers. …
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It is fair to say that winter is in full force now – the snow is on the ground, the cold weather has hit and with that comes a lot of fun outdoor activities in this community. There is definitely no need to stay indoors – so dress for the weather and enjoy our wonderful city this season. OUTDOOR RINKS …
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We represent the heart of our City: Lowertown, Sandy Hill and Vanier. Every day we make a difference helping our residents by improving City services. We care about our community and are passionate about our City. Joining our team is an opportunity to shape our community and the City’s transportation and infrastructure future. Job Summary: Coordinating and attending community meetings …
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For those living along the King Edward Avenue corridor – the conversation concerning traffic calming, truck routes and downtown truck traffic is OLD. Studies have been started and completed now over the last 50 years, which all include the goals of removing interprovincial truck from Ottawa’s downtown streets and looking at an additional crossing between Ottawa and Gatineau. In fact, …
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Sandy Hill is a wonderful community, by its history, heritage buildings, schools, large parks, embassies, and more. The challenges faced by Sandy Hill are not new – this is something we have been working on for the past nine years – overdevelopment, a variety of housing mix and neighbourhood cohesiveness. I am pleased to say that over the years we …
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A review of the November 5, 2019 Budget Consultation held by Councillors Leiper, McKenney, Menard, King, and Fleury. As we heard it: here is a round-up of what we heard from #Budgetspeak 2019. As you know, the city’s draft budget will be presented at Council on Dec. 11, 2019. Priorities for Ward 12 remain clear – Montreal Road revitalization, housing, snow …
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Another year is coming to a close, and what an important one it has been for our community. I am pleased to say its Vanier’s time. Aimed at Vanier becoming the best it can be, the city announced Vision Vanier, this past spring, an initiative that focuses on six specific areas to develop, promote and strengthen the Vanier community. Each …
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Currently the city does two things and they do them right – if you have a rat on your property bylaw has the right tools to remove them. Additionally, if there is an overpopulation in our sewers – public works also have the tools – bait the sewers – to rid the sewers of rats. What was missing and what …
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