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Ken Ross Park” Public Consultation Period - 24 April to 23 May 2015 OTTAWA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13, JUNE 10, 2015 APPENDIX 1 RELATING TO MOTION NO. 13/5 Summary of Public Comments “Ken Ross Park” Public Consultation period - 24 April to 23 May 2015 # Name Support Oppose Comments 1. Debi Sereda 1 In recognition of Ken Ross’ extensive community service, I ask that the City of Ottawa rename South Nepean Park, at 600 Longfields Drive, the “Ken Ross Park”. Ken Ross is an example that we should all strive for in our community and I feel that naming this park after Ken serves as validation of volunteerism and community spirit. 2. Kelly, Charlie and 2 Please include my letter as part of those who would like South Nepean Park in Kennedy Foy Barrhaven renamed as Ken Ross Park... Ken was a great man and a leader in our community and this would be a deserving recognition 3. Dwight Brown 3 Please let it be known that the organizing committee and Board of Directors of Oktoberfest Ottawa (held annually in Barrhaven) gives it full and enthusiastic support to the renaming of South Nepean Park to Ken Ross Park. To that end, please see my attached Letter of Support for this initiative. Ken was instrumental in brining our festival to Barrhaven amongst his many positive community endeavours and it is fitting that Ken be honoured with a permanent tribute in the community he loved so much. 4. Robert Dekker 4 Ken was a fixture in the community always giving and always caring. The naming the park at 600 Longfields would be a suitable honour as it is a park that would be used by the community he served 5. Winston and Louise 5 My wife and I have know Ken and Kelly Ross for some years and totally agree Spratt with this proposal. He was an outstanding citizen with many well deserved awards 6. Kim Krueger 6 Ask that the City approve the proposal 7. Pauline Krueger 7 Ask that the City approve the proposal. Ken was involved in so much in Barrhaven he will be missed forever in the community OTTAWA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13, JUNE 10, 2015 APPENDIX 1 RELATING TO MOTION NO. 13/5 Summary of Public Comments “Ken Ross Park” Public Consultation period - 24 April to 23 May 2015 # Name Support Oppose Comments 8. Sara Surjadinata 8 Ask that the City approve the proposal. I have been involved with the Barrhaven Food Cupboard for over ten years and know first hand of Ken’s generosity and support for those in need in our community since establishing his business in Barrhaven. We were most fortunate to have him accept leadership as President when the governance to a non-profit organization with a Board of Directors was made in 2012 9. Brent Hill 9 I think this is a great idea. Ken was a wonderful compassionate human being 10. Richard Stead 10 Ask that the City approve the proposal. Ken was ever present in the community, either working in his store or at a community function. He was a true community builder and gave tirelessly to help others. Ken represented the best of not only Barrhaven but of Ottawa, and of being a great Canadian. He harkened back to how previous generations conducted themselves, placing others before themselves. His passing is a great loss to his family, friends, and everyone who lived in the area 11. Stephen Dean 11 Ask that the City approve the proposal. Ken was very supportive of our football club and donated the services of his bbq trailer and was our ‘go to’ place for food and drinks for our many events. His staff took care of preparing our food orders and in many cases went out of their way to deliver directly to our field. Ken was a friend of the community and we can think of no greater way to support his legacy than to create Ken Ross Park in his honour OTTAWA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13, JUNE 10, 2015 APPENDIX 1 RELATING TO MOTION NO. 13/5 Summary of Public Comments “Ken Ross Park” Public Consultation period - 24 April to 23 May 2015 # Name Support Oppose Comments 12. Jason Tilley 12 I have been a member of the Barrhaven community since 1982. I grew up in Barrhaven and watched the community grow. I had the opportunity to meet Ken Ross on many occasions as I became a member of the Barrhaven BIA about 7 years ago. Ken always had the time to say hi, shake your hand and make you feel welcome. As a young person in business I looked up to Ken for his ever present community involvement in anything that had to do with Barrhaven. I had the opportunity and privilege to work with Ken on some key events and initiatives. Ken Ross was the unofficial Mayor of Barrhaven and for that I recommend that the city of Ottawa rename South Nepean Park, at 600 Longfields Drive to the “Ken Ross Park”. This would be a great way to honor and respect a true community legend. 13. Pamela Stewart 13 Ask that the City approve the proposal to rename a park in Barrhaven after a community leader deserving of this honour 14. Julie Clement 14 I think this is a wonderful idea and I am certain the rest of Barrhaven will too. Ken & Kelly Ross have supported our daughter’s LivPolarBear Project a children’s environmental campaign and in doing so helped raise funds in excess of $13,000 donated to the World Wildlife Foundation 15. Gail and Randy 15 Ask that the City approve the proposal. Stewart 16. Dr. Emdad Khan 16 Ask that the City approve the proposal. Ken Ross served the Barrhaven community as a great community worker who worked tireless for the wellbeing of Barrhaven community 17. Darlene Bartraw 17 I agree 100% that the South Nepean Park be renamed a"Ken Ross Park" after a man who did so much in and for the community of Barrhaven 18. Scott McIntosh, Lora 18 We worked with Ken as part of the BBIA and we admired his desire to give back Lee Hardy and Trevor to his community. Graham OTTAWA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13, JUNE 10, 2015 APPENDIX 1 RELATING TO MOTION NO. 13/5 Summary of Public Comments “Ken Ross Park” Public Consultation period - 24 April to 23 May 2015 # Name Support Oppose Comments 19. Helen Byers 19 Our food bank was empty and we had set up an event to help and on our committee was Ken Ross. He supplied all the food - we had about 100 or more people - in addition, he had someone from his staff set up food table and help us cook the food. The day of the event he came with his truck and the back of the truck was full of food for the food cupboard. He asked if he could have help bringing it in. When he saw all the people attending the event - we practically filled the food cupboard with donations from event and in addition we had an auction that raised $1,000. for items that had not been covered. I asked Ken what he thought and he said - with a big smile - I am so happy that we can feed people in need.- we would not have had such a success if it wasnt for him. - he was a very humble man!! This is just one memory and I am sure many people have memories like this. THANK YOU KEN! 20. Bruce McMahon 20 My wife and I moved to Barrhaven in 1975 and have lived here ever since. Over the years, we have seen, firsthand, all of Ken’s generosity to the community. I coached Nepean Minor Hockey for approximately 10 years, and I clearly remember seeing opposition teams sponsored by his store over the years I was coaching. My wife, Lisa, and I both heartily endorse the renaming of the park to the Ken Ross Park. So kindly consider this email as two endorsements to change the name 21. Stephanie Cosgrove 21 I am in favour of renaming the Longfields Park to Ken Ross Park. He deserves the recognition for all he did in Barrhaven 22. Chris Koebel 22 I just wanted to say that I think this is a wonderful idea. I fully support it! I am very glad to see this 23. Sheila Castledine 23 I understand the City of Ottawa is considering renaming South Nepean Park in Barrhaven and I highly endorse the idea of naming it the “Ken Ross Park.” In recognition of Ken Ross’ extensive service in our community and the fact that we was an outstanding citizen in our city in so many different capacities; it seems very appropriate to name it after him in his honor OTTAWA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 13, JUNE 10, 2015 APPENDIX 1 RELATING TO MOTION NO. 13/5 Summary of Public Comments “Ken Ross Park” Public Consultation period - 24 April to 23 May 2015 # Name Support Oppose Comments 24. Amy Sirotek 24 I did not know Ken Ross personally, however, his name is one everyone knows and his reputation is one many strive to equal. I support Ross’s Independent Grocer and have always considered it my first “go-to” grocery store, even though there are many to choose from in the area. I was very sorry to hear of his passing, but believe if we could re-name one of our community parks after him, it would mean a lot to his family, to his memory and to the many, many friends and admirers who did know and love him.
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