Newsletter Date Councillor’s Newsletter June 30, 2017 KEEPING YOU INFORMED
Councillor’s View INSIDE THIS ISSUE
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Dear Residents, Hydro Work on Granite Ridge Continues 2 Road Resurfacing Projects in Ottawa 2 It is that time of year again where red and white Canada Day Activities this Weekend 4 STITTSVILLE CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS POSTPONED 5 maple leaves are displayed prominently across the country, where flags are flown proudly, and Bus Pad Improvements in Stittsville 13
Canadians everywhere celebrate just what it Public Consultation on Snowplow Driveway Markers 16 Property Standards Bylaw Review 17 means to live in such a great and prosperous …and more! country.
Of course, I am referring to Canada Day.
I see it in the communities of Stittsville, where I To many, Canada Day is a holiday where we come bear witness to acts of kindness that are so together as families to participate in fun activities graciously given every day. When the snow falls, we such as watching fireworks, going to the beach, or dig each other out. When our hands are full, we community barbeques. For others, it is a time to hold the door open until we’re through. When our celebrate – to decorate our homes and ourselves spirits are down, we lift them back up. proudly in our country’s colours as we reminisce on the joy we feel from being Canadian. Canadians are recognized around the world for
being “polite” and too often, we overlook this For me, Canada Day celebrates the place we call expression as an insult. We should be proud of the home and all of the opportunities provided to us kindness we bestow upon one another: our family because of it. It is a time to make memories with and friends, our guests, and all people. your family that will last a lifetime and cherish those you hold dear in a country that recognizes Being Canadian is about being proud of these the importance of unity. habits, being proud of one another, and being
proud of this great country we call home. Canadians are a special people because this is a country that welcomes all. We are kind, At just 150 years of confederation, Canada is still compassionate, generous, and accepting of all in its infancy but we have so much to be proud of. people. In Canada, it doesn’t matter where you’re from, which faith you believe in, the colour of This Canada Day, as with every Canada Day, your skin, how you identify, or who you choose to remember to share that pride with the world. Sing love. We are all one people and we look out for “O Canada” at the top of your lungs, wear red and one another because here. family is about more white, and fly our flag. Happy Canada Day, than just blood – if we are neighbours and help to Stittsville. support one another, I consider you my family. -Shad
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Maple Grove Temporary Pond
I would like to advise residents that Mattamy will begin the process of filling the temporary pond on Maple Grove beginning next Tuesday, July 4th.
All environmental permits have been secured and Mattamy will be proceeding in conformance with those approvals. Maintenance on Tuesday includes removing small vegetation, cutting the grass and removing the water. After which, the work will include removing existing structures, earthmoving and stone installation.
Please note that the area is an active construction zone and for safety purposes it should not be accessed by the public.
The process is anticipated to proceed through September and I will be certain to keep residents updated through my weekly electronic newsletter.
Hydro Work on Granite Ridge Continues
Following upgrade projects in Granite Ridge last fall, Hydro Ottawa has advised me that Phase 2 of the project will be beginning soon.
Phase 2 involves the installation of a new concrete encased duct bank and manholes, as well as new high voltage cables. The work involves open cut civil construction along the west side of Granite Ridge. Traffic/pedestrian control will be implemented to ensure that roads and driveways remain accessible and safe to residents and staff. To minimize noise concerns, work will be completed between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Work will begin in Mid-July and any work in front of the school will be complete before the start of the school year.
Residents of the directly affected areas should be receiving an information sheet in their mailboxes this week.
If you require additional information please contact my office and you may also contact Bruce Bain at Hydro Ottawa at [email protected] or 613 738-5499x 7285.
Road Resurfacing Projects in Ottawa
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I would like to provide residents with an update on the 2017 Road Resurfacing Program and on the additional resurfacing projects in response to the motion carried by Council on May 24, 2017. This motion approved the addition of $400,000 to the Road Services Operating Budget for the Unscheduled Asphalt Road and Pathway Surface Repairs program and a further $2.5M to the City- wide Road Resurfacing Project.
Over the past four weeks, staff from Public Works and Environmental Services (PWES) and Infrastructure Services (IS) have worked collaboratively to identify locations for the implementation of additional roadway repairs. To maximize the value of the additional investments, the focus of these additional repairs has been on selected road sections of greater need and not the resurfacing of full road segments.
It is recognized that the additional investments could be allocated to many locations. In developing the list, staff considered the following factors:
Current road conditions – based on information gathered by field staff; Existing capital projects – coordination with proximity to planned projects and consideration of works that have been advanced to 2017 Planned resurfacing – coordination with work planned in 2018 to maximize the return on the additional investments; Safety risks – based on traffic volumes and speeds Stakeholder input – Councillor and resident feedback.
I have discussed this item with PWES and IS staff and based on feedback from residents provided to my office, assisted in determining the Stittsville locations funded for resurfacing would be: Abbott St at Stittsville Main Carp Rd at McCooye Hobin St at Renshaw
I am pleased that this additional funding is being used to help allocate repairs to more areas of Stittsville and across the City which are in need. My office is aware of other areas that still require maintenance work and I will continue to bring them to the attention of PWES and IS staff to ensure that they are added to the maintenance list as early as possible.
The timeline to implement the additional repairs will vary depending on type of repair needed, procurement of services and coordination of resources. All works are expected to be completed later in 2017.
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For a full list of roads affected by the additional funding, please click here or see below. Please note that the list is based on staff’s best estimate of costs and the list may need to be adjusted based on actual costs when contractors have been retained.
Canada Day Activities This Weekend in Ottawa
With July 1st around the corner, I would like to share that the City of Ottawa has created a portal on ottawa.ca where residents may find substantial information pertaining to Canada Day. The page includes traffic impacts, security information, details on community events and more.
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Places to keep in mind while planning your day include:
Changing of the Guard Royal visit Parliament Hill concerts o Serena Ryder, Walk Off the Earth, Alessia Cara, Marie Mai, and more! Concert at Confederation Park and Ottawa City Hall Grand opening of the National Arts Centre atrium Concerts at Major’s Hill Park o Mother Mother, Ruth B, and more! Inspiration Village in the ByWard Market Free galleries at City Hall, including the Quilt of Belonging Fireworks National Gallery of Canada Canadian Museum of Nature Canada War Museum Canadian Museum of History MosaiCanada, the spectacular floral display at Jacques Cartier Park in Gatineau.
Lifeguards will be on duty at Ottawa’s supervised beaches on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from noon to 7 p.m. at:
Britannia Beach Mooney’s Bay Beach Petrie Island Beach Westboro Beach
I highly encourage residents to check out all of these wonderful festivities and plan their days in advance to ensure that not a moment is missed on this incredible weekend. Happy Canada Day, residents.
STITTSVILLE CANADA DAY CELEBRATIONS POSTPONED TO JULY 8TH
Unfortunately, I have received confirmation that the Stittsville Village Association’s Canada Day Celebrations will be postponed until July 8th due to weather.
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The SVA family-friendly Canada Day event will play host to a day of free activities in Stittsville on the grounds of Sacred Heart High School (Abbott @ Shea). Join us for live music, inflatables, great food, games, glowsticks and of course, fireworks at dusk.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer for this event, it is not to late. VOLUNTEERS ARE STILL REQUESTED. Please contact Tanya Hein at [email protected] for more information.
More details will be confirmed as the week progresses and I will be certain to share them in next week’s newsletter. Residents can also visit http://stittsvilleva.com for the most up-to-date information.
Canada Day Schedule Changes
As Canada Day is this weekend, I would like to take a moment to advise residents to peruse the upcoming schedule changes across City of Ottawa facilities this weekend.
Some highlights include:
Green bin, recycling and garbage collection: Curbside green bin, recycling and garbage collection will take place on its regular day with no changes to the collection schedule.
Multi-residential garbage and recycling container collection will take place on its regularly scheduled day with no changes.
Parking: All City of Ottawa parking regulations and restrictions will apply during this time.
Transit service: OC Transpo is offering free service all day on Canada Day and operating a special holiday schedule with extra service during the day and after the fireworks. The O-Train Trillium Line will run throughout the day and all evening until 1 a.m. Only routes that normally run on Sundays will be in service, with the addition of Route 91 to Orléans after the fireworks. Call 613-560-1000, or text 560560 plus your four-digit bus stop number, for automated schedule information. For more information, holiday schedules and travel planning, visit octranspo.com or phone 613- 741-4390.
OC Transpo Customer Service Centres will be closed Canada Day with the exception of the Rideau Centre office, which will be open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
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Transit Information Centre (613-741-4390) will be open from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.
OC Transpo Customer Relations (613-842-3600) will be closed.
Para Transpo is offering free service on Canada Day. A holiday service will operate on July 1 and July 3. Regular subscription bookings will be automatically cancelled. Customers may book trips for Canada Day on or after June 24 and for July 3 on or after June 26 by calling 613-244-7272.
Para Transpo operations: o Customer service (613-842-3681) – closed o Administration (613-244-1289) – closed o Taxi coupons (613-842-3670) – closed o Reservations line (613-244-7272) – open 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. o Trip cancellation and general inquiries (613-244-4636) – open 6 a.m.to 12:30 a.m.
Recreation services: Some outdoor pools, indoor pools and fitness centres will be open for public swimming, fitness schedules, aquafitness and public skating with modified schedules. Please check with ottawa.ca or the facility of your choice for details.
All beaches, splash pads and some wading pools, will be open, weather permitting.
Most registered programs at swimming pools, community centres and arenas are cancelled; however, clients should check with their facility to confirm, as some exceptions will apply.
Public skating will be offered at Bob MacQuarrie Recreation Complex, Jim Durrell Recreation Complex and Goulbourn Recreation Complex. Please check with ottawa.ca for details.
City of Ottawa summer camps will not be operating on July 1.
Municipal child care services: All Municipal Child Care Centres will be closed on Monday, July 3.
Library Services: All branches and services of the Ottawa Public Library will be closed. They will operate as usual on Monday, July 3.
For a full list of closure and changes, please visit: http://ottawa.ca/en/news/canada-day-activities- and-schedule-changes
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Tips to keep your Canada Day celebrations healthy and safe
The City of Ottawa - as well as myself - want to help you make your Canada Day celebrations memorable for all the right reasons.
The following tips are courtesy of Ottawa Paramedic Service, Ottawa Public Health, Ottawa Fire Services, By-law and Regulatory Services and Security and Emergency Management:
FIREWORKS
Purchase fireworks from a reputable retailer and follow the label directions. Fireworks must be discharged on private property, and by someone 18 years or older. Fireworks must not cause danger to or nuisance any person and other property. If you are heading downtown to see the fireworks, keep within designated areas only. Fences protect you from danger; do not climb over them to get a better view of the fireworks. Fireworks often frighten pets. Leave them in the safety and comfort of home. For more fireworks safety tips, click here.
More regulations and requirements are listed on the Fireworks By-law on ottawa.ca.
ALCOHOL
If consuming alcohol, drink responsibly, stay in control and never drink and drive. You can reduce
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Please remember that I want all residents to have a safe and enjoyable holiday. These safe and simple guidelines will ensure that your Canada Day will be a positive one.
PARTY SAFE
Whether you’re going out for a drink or plan to party all night long, know these party safe tips at StopOverdoseOttawa.ca.
Plan a safe ride home. Plan how you’ll get home before the party especially if you don’t have a designated driver; plan your free OC Transpo bus route or cab ride in advance. Impaired walking or cycling is not a safe way to get home. Find tips from the Low-Risk Alcohol Drinking Guidelines on how to reduce your risk.
WATER SAFETY
If you are celebrating Canada Day around water, remember to: Always keep children within arm’s reach, in and around water. Ensure that children and weaker swimmers wear lifejackets or personal flotation devices (PFD) in and around water. Supervise and swim with children only when free of alcohol, drugs and distractions. Know what to do in an emergency, including CPR and calling 9-1-1
GENERAL SAFETY
Check the weather forecast and prepare accordingly – including planning ahead where you will seek shelter in adverse weather. Know the signs and symptoms of heat illness and take action immediately. Drink plenty of water and keep hydrated when active or outdoors. Be Sun Smart - wear sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and light and loose clothing. Do not bring glass containers downtown as they may accidently break and cause serious injuries to you or someone else. Wear properly fitted and comfortable footwear. If you take medication, bring it with you and include a current list of prescribed medications.
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Keep a close eye on children and teach them to stay where they are if they get separated from you. Know where the nearest lost-child tent is located. If you are celebrating Canada Day at home, avoid disturbing your neighbours by keeping the music down after 11 p.m.
As a reminder Ottawa is smoke-free. There is no safe level of secondhand smoke, even outdoors. Smoking, including the use of water pipes, is prohibited in many public areas. This includes: All City property, including parks, playgrounds, beaches, and sports fields. All bar and restaurant patios. All school and hospital properties.
Fireworks on Canada Day Weekend
With the long weekend coming up, here are some bylaws for your information regarding the use of fireworks in the City of Ottawa.
Consumer fireworks may be discharged on the day of, day before or the day after Canada Day — Saturday, July 1st. They must be discharged by someone 18 or older, and on private property, with permission of the property owner. Minimum safety distances as indicated on the fireworks product must be maintained from spectators, buildings and vehicles. The fireworks display must not cause danger or nuisance to any person or property.
The sale of consumer fireworks, except on Canada Day and the seven business days immediately preceding Canada Day, is prohibited in the City of Ottawa.
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Firecrackers are prohibited from being used or sold in the City of Ottawa or Province of Ontario. Anyone selling, purchasing or using firecrackers within the City of Ottawa is in violation of the Fireworks By-law as well as provincial law.
I would like to wish all residents a safe and exciting celebration this weekend.
Please review Ottawa’s Fireworks By-law on ottawa.ca for further details.
Transit is the best way to travel on Canada Day – and it’s free!
This Canada Day weekend, there are more downtown activities than ever, resulting in more pedestrian-friendly roads and traffic impacts. Downtown businesses remain open all week. Transit is free on Canada Day and it’s the best option to get around Ottawa.
A complete list of downtown traffic impacts taking place between June 27 and July 2 can be found on the Canadian Heritage website, which includes an interactive map. Additional information can be found on the City’s Traffic Report and on ottawa.ca.
The usual Canada Day road closures and pedestrian zones will be in effect, plus the following:
Week-long road closures came into effect beginning Tuesday, June 27 on Wellington Street, between Bank Street and O’Connor Street. Motorists will not be allowed to turn south onto Elgin Street from Wellington Street as of June 28. The Alexandria Bridge will be open only to cyclists and pedestrians on Sunday, July 2.
For traffic and transit updates on Canada Day, follow @ottawacity or @OC_Transpo on Twitter or @cityofottawa on Facebook.
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Transit is the best option for travelling to Canada Day festivities downtown and across the city, with free service all day on OC Transpo and Para Transpo. A special holiday schedule will operate on July 1, with additional service during the day and after the fireworks. Only routes that normally run on Sundays will be in service, with the addition of Route 91 service to Orléans after the fireworks.
Free Para Transpo and OC Transpo service will be in effect until the end of the service day at 5 a.m. on July 2. The O-Train Trillium Line will run throughout the day and all evening until 1 a.m. The Société de transport de l’Outaouais (STO) will also be providing free service on July 1. For more information on STO service, visit sto.ca.
Thousands of free Park & Ride spaces Thousands of spaces will be available at 12 OC Transpo Park & Ride lots served by high- frequency Transitway routes 61, 62, 94, 95, 97, 98 and 99. Many more spaces will be available courtesy of these shopping centres: Bayshore, Billings Bridge, Carlingwood, Place d’Orléans, St. Laurent Centre and South Keys, as well as Algonquin College, Carleton University and Canada Post (Heron/Riverside). Leave early and arrive in time Due to large crowds, anyone attending an event on Parliament Hill is advised to arrive two to three hours before show time in order to proceed through security screening areas. You should leave home by 8 p.m. to arrive in time for the 11 p.m. fireworks display. Bus detours will be in effect downtown due to road closures. Mackenzie King Bridge will be closed to pedestrians after 7 p.m., so customers cannot be picked up or dropped off at that station in the evening. After the fireworks downtown, buses will be available on Slater, Albert, and Bank Streets. Route 91 will operate service after the fireworks from downtown to Trim Station, providing a fast, direct trip to Orléans. The last local buses will depart transit stations at around 12:30 a.m. or 1 a.m.
Free Shuttle between Ottawa and Gatineau Buses operate from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. between the National Art Gallery and Jacques-Cartier Park.
Information on July 1 OC Transpo’s Customer Service Centre in the Rideau Centre will be open from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. An OC Transpo information booth will be located at Mackenzie Avenue and Rideau Street from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
July 3 Canada Day statutory holiday
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On Monday, July 3 (the Canada Day statutory holiday), a Sunday schedule will operate with extra service provided on Routes 12, 61, 85, 87, 94, 95, 97, and 98.
Bus Pad Improvements in Stittsville
I am happy to share that a number of bus pads are slated for improvements this summer.
Included in the scope of this project is preparation of the desired bus stop location, including removal of any existing non-standard bus stop facility as needed, and construction of a new asphalt platform and/or concrete shelter pad as per City of Ottawa, OC Transpo, and AODA Accessibility Standards.
A total of 21 bus stop locations will see improvements across the city, 4 of which will be within Stittsville. These are located at:
OC Transpo Stop Number Location 371 FERNBANK (N SIDE) & CHERRY NS 1196 FERNBANK (S SIDE) & ARROWWOOD NS 2192 CARP (E SIDE) & ROTHBOURNE NS 9084 FERNBANK N SUNNYSIDE NS
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This is great news for residents who make use of OC Transpo service at these bus stops. As more updates arise in regards to timelines, I will be happy to share that information in my newsletter.
For a full list of bus pad’s receiving improvements, please click here. For more information on service improvements, please visit http://www.octranspo.com/
Ottawa Fit 150 - Canada 150 Bootcamp
In celebration of Canada’s sesquicentennial anniversary, Recreation Centres across the City last week including the Goulbourn Recreation Complex (GRC), participated in a Canada 150 Bootcamp.
This fun event featured such memorable workouts as the “Poutine Plank”, the “Bieber Burpee”. Participants wore their best red and white workout attire and sweat it out to get fit for Canada’s upcoming birthday party.
I would like to thank Ann Arnone and GRC staff for hosting this great event and for providing some of these photos. And congratulations to all the participants!
If you would like to get involved in Canada’s 150th celebrations, there’s still lots of time. The City of Ottawa has 150 special fitness events across the City throughout the year. For a full list of activities, please visit http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/recreation-and-parks/events-and-specials
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Ticks and Lyme Disease
I would like to take a moment to remind residents to be aware of ticks and to take harm-reducing measures to prevent the spread of Lyme Disease.
Lyme disease is an infection caused by a bacteria transmitted through the bite of an infected tick. Not all ticks carry Lyme disease. In Ontario, Lyme disease is spread by the bite of a black-legged tick, commonly known as the deer tick. Most humans are infected through the bite of an immature tick called a nymph, which is very small and are most active in the spring. Adult ticks are larger and active during the late summer and fall.
Ottawa Public Health (OPH) has been advising Ottawa physicians and the public since April of 2017 that all parts of Ottawa should be considered risk areas for Lyme disease. The prevalence of Lyme disease in blacklegged ticks will fluctuate in time and geographically throughout the Ottawa region; however, as mentioned, all of Ottawa is considered a risk area for Lyme disease.
I would also like to remind residents that OPH has put together Lyme disease “kits”, which are available for pickup free of charge at my ward office in the Goulbourn Recreation Complex (GRC) for your information, use and distribution. Each “kit” includes a Lyme disease factsheet, which offers details related to the symptoms of Lyme Disease, tick removal processes, testing protocols and ways to prevent tick bites. The kits also include a tick key, which is designed to help remove any tick that may have attached themselves to a person, a family member, friend or pet.
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I encourage all residents to pick up a tick-kit and be prepared for what to do in case you find a tick attached to you or your pets.
For more information on how to protect yourself and your family, please visit www.ottawa.ca/lymedisease. Should you have any questions or require more information, please feel free to contact me at [email protected].
Public Consultations on Formalizing Guidelines for Snow Plow Driveway Markers
The City is formalizing current guidelines for snow plow driveway markers and is seeking feedback.
Markers used by private snow plow contractors to identify their customers’ driveways are prohibited by various Ottawa by-laws. However, a pilot program has been in place during recent winters to allow them on a trial basis, subject to specific guidelines.
The guidelines (detailed below) are primarily intended to standardize the use, locations and appearance of these markers, protect residents and the City’s snow clearing and removal equipment from unsafe installations, and minimize disruptions to neighbourhoods. They are communicated to snow plow contractors when they apply for or renew their annual business licenses.
Current Guidelines Guideline Detail Earliest marker installation date October 20 Latest date markers to be removed April 30 Prohibited location Not on an outer boulevard (area between a sidewalk and the travelled portion of the street) Permitted location on property Minimum 0.61 m (2 feet) from sidewalk (where there is a sidewalk) Permitted location on property Minimum 1.22 metres (4 feet) from the travelled (where there is no sidewalk) portion of the street Maximum height of marker 1.22 metres (4 feet), measured from the ground Maximum width of marker 10.1 centimetres (4 inches) Permitted material of marker Wood, plastic, or fiberglass – cannot be supported by metal bars Maximum number of markers 2 (one on either side of the driveway)
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Permitted information on marker Company logo and telephone number only – no advertising or other information
There has been a high rate of compliance with the existing guidelines, and relatively few complaints, during the pilot program. Most complaints have related to non-compliance with the guidelines (too early installation, too close to the street, metal markers, etc.). At the same time, company information displayed on markers has been useful in identifying contractors illegally dumping snow on City streets/sidewalks.
The City is now looking to formalize the rules for snow plow driveway markers and is seeking feedback.
I highly encourage all residents to participate in this public consultation. Your comments on the current guidelines can be sent by e-mail to Leslie Charles at [email protected] or submitted through an Ottawa.ca online survey.
The deadline for comments is July 20, 2017.
Property Standards Bylaw Review Update
In 2005, Council enacted the harmonized By-law No. 2005-207, known as the Property Standards By-law, to provide for standards under which properties are maintained. Since its enactment, the by-law has been amended several times to address a variety of definitions and functions. A comprehensive review of the by-law was completed in 2013 and resulted in a new and updated by-law that addressed other issues such as vacant buildings and lands, and heritage properties, and enhanced existing provisions.
However, a few additional issues were raised as part of the By-law Review Strategy approved by Council in 2015. This review therefore focuses on those issues which include: lighting; safe passage (ice and snow maintenance); fences; and graffiti.
Input is being collected in a variety of convenient ways for residents and other stakeholders to share their views. An on-line consultation will be hosted on Ottawa.ca over the coming weeks and an in-
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Participants are encouraged to review the Discussion Paper and complete the on-line survey available on Ottawa.ca.
The consultation phase of the review process is currently underway. Staff will review the comments received, and report back with recommendations to the Community and Protective Services Committee on August 31, and Council in September.
As more information comes marking the start of the online consultation, I will be happy to share it in my weekly newsletter with residents.
Hydro Ottawa App
I am happy to share with residents that Hydro Ottawa has been working hard at developing an App for ease and convenience in managing your home electricity output.
The app delivers timely notifications and relevant insights about your electricity usage including estimated costs, outages in the City, and billing information. It also provides a tool to compare your electricity usage with that of your neighbours to measure your consumption rates.
The app is available through the online Google Play and Apple App Stores and I highly encourage all residents and Hydro Ottawa customers to download this useful tool.
For more information, please visit https://hydroottawa.com/app
Council approves Urban Forest Management Plan and other items
This week at City Council, the City of Ottawa approved a 20-year strategic plan to make Ottawa’s urban forest healthier, more diverse and resilient.
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The Urban Forest Management Plan focuses on working towards sustainability, protecting existing trees, increasing knowledge about the urban forest, expanding community engagement, minimizing risk, fostering resiliency and diversity, managing the urban forest more proactively and providing resources to urban forest management.
I would like to thank the City’s Environment Committee for all of their work on this item as well as all of the residents of the City who participated during consultation to keep Ottawa green for many years to come! For more information, please visit http://ottawa.ca/en/residents/water-and- environment/trees-and-community-forests
Other highlights from Council:
Council received the 2016 Annual Report of Hydro Ottawa, which included audited financial statements for the year. Highlights for the power corporation, which is owned by the City of Ottawa, included an annual dividend to the City of $20.6 million, the largest Hydro Ottawa dividend to date. Due to its requirement for the implementation of Stage 2 of the light-rail project, Council approved the results of the class environmental assessment for a stormwater management pond at Baseline and Woodroffe. This pond is also part of the Ottawa River Action Plan and will help mitigate the impacts of stormwater runoff. Council approved a two-year pilot to encourage responsible waste management in Sandy Hill. The Property Maintenance By-law and the Property Standards By-law will be amended to limit the number of waste and recycling containers and stipulate where they are stored. Council also approved its Municipal Sport Strategy for the next five years. It will focus on access to facilities, collaboration between programming providers, accessibility, volunteer engagement and growing sport tourism.
World’s Largest Scavenger Hunt to Take Place in Ottawa
I am happy to share a unique record-breaking event coming soon to Ottawa. Under a joint partnership with Ignite 150, on September 10th, Escape Manor will be attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the World’s Largest Scavenger Hunt.
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In honour of Canada’s sesquicentennial anniversary, the event will include a Canadian theme with thousands of costumed participants scattered across the City of Ottawa, solving puzzles, finding items, snapping photos, attempting augmented reality, answering trivia, posting on social media and having a great time.
Mayor Jim Watson and Ottawa 2017 Executive Director, Guy Laflamme will be on hand to kick off the event open to participants 14 and over. The hunt will commence at Marion Dewar Plaza at 9 am and culminate with a party style reception and awards ceremony, outside City Hall, that afternoon. Food trucks, a DJ, Beau’s beer, and local dignitaries will be onsite to ensure a stellar celebration closes the day.
Teams of four are encouraged to dress-up in their finest Canadian themed gear (awards for best team and individual costumes) and should wear comfortable footwear, as the hunt will have them scan 7 unique Ottawa neighbourhoods, visit dozens of iconic landmarks and sites, and span up to a 3 km radius from City Hall.
I highly encourage all residents to consider being a part of this record-breaking and highly memorable experience.
For tickets and more information, please visit http://www.escapemanor.com
Interprovincial Picnic on the Bridge
On July 2, 2017, residents and visitors from both sides of the Ottawa River will come together to enjoy a Canadian first: an Interprovincial Picnic on the Alexandra Bridge.
The Picnic on the Bridge will be a breathtaking and memorable way to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary, as the historic Royal Alexandra Bridge will be transformed into a lush green haven, where families and friends can picnic on the grass and enjoy majestic views of the Ottawa River.
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The event which will feature entertainment, samplings from Ace Bakery, special giveaways and one of the most breathtaking views in the region.
I would like to provide my thanks to the Ottawa2017 staff for organizing this great one-of-a-kind initiative.
Although tickets for this event are sold out, I hope that all residents participating in this event have a great time at this truly unique event organized by Ottawa2017.
Meetings at Ottawa City Hall next week
All public meetings will be held at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West, unless otherwise noted.
Finance and Economic Development Committee – Tuesday, July 4, 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room Lansdowne Partnership Plan Annual Report French Language Services Advisory Committee 2015 – 2016 Annual Report Special Area Levy and Local Improvement Charges Institutions Designated as Eligible for a 2017 Annual Levy Pursuant to Section 323 (1), (2), (3) and (5) of the Municipal Act, 2001 Surplus Land Declaration - 1 Humphrey Way and 72-76 Burnett’s Grove Circle (Formerly 916 Greenbank Road) Delegation of Authority – Acquisition and Sale of Land and Property – January 1 to March 31, 2017 (1st Quarter) Appointments to the Ottawa Film Office Board of Directors Economic Development Update Q4 2016 and Q1 2017 Inaugural Board Appointments for the Municipal Services Corporation of the Byward and Parkdale Markets Brownfields Grant Program Application – 70 Gloucester and 89 and 91 Nepean Street
Transportation Committee – Wednesday, July 5, 9:30 a.m., Champlain Room Earl Armstrong Road Extension (Albion Road to Hawthorne Road) Environmental Assessment Study – Statement of Work (Ward 20 and 22 – Osgoode and Gloucester-South Nepean) Parkglen Drive Sidewalk - Ottawa Pedestrian Plan (Ward 8 – College) All-Way Stop Control at the Intersection of Solstice Way and Summer Days Walk (Ward 19 – Cumberland) All-Way Stop Control at the intersection of Longleaf Drive and Shakewood Street/Montclair Avenue (Ward 2 – Innes)
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Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee – Thursday, July 6, 10 a.m., The Chamber, Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Drive Zoning By-Law Amendment – 5514 Manotick Main Street and Part of 1157 Maple Avenue (Ward 21 – Rideau Goulbourn) Zoning By-Law Amendment – Part of 4711 Rockdale Road (Ward 19 – Cumberland) Zoning By-Law Amendment – 1260 Loeper Street (Ward 19 – Cumberland) Zoning By-Law Amendment – 9391 Parkway Road (Ward 20 – Osgoode) Zoning By-Law Amendment – 1353 Scharfgate Drive (Ward 21 - Rideau – Goulbourn) Street Closure – Road Allowance Between 1792 and 1818 Old Prescott Road (Ward 20 – Osgoode) Tompkins Diversion Municipal Drain – Appointment of Engineer (Ward 20 – Osgoode)
HAPPY CANADA DAY
From the bottom of my heart and from my family to yours, I would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Canada Day weekend.
Regardless of how you choose to celebrate, I hope that you take a moment to reflect and cherish what it means to live in this wonderful country we call home on its 150th anniversary
And don’t forget to take many photographs in your red and white attire or flying your flag and send them to [email protected] so I may showcase them on my website.
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This is how #StittsvilleCelebrates
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