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An update from Trustee Lynn Scott on elementary and secondary schools in Stittsville
OCDSB Trustee Lynn Scott asked us to share this update with Stittsville residents. Many of you are asking how our new Stittsville public high school is coming along. The OCDSB has acquired the site, at the intersection of Robert Grant Avenue and Cope Drive. We have...
New zoning by-law amendment and site plan for 1531 Stittsville Main
There’s a new application posted on the City’s DevApps web site for a commercial and residential development on at 1531 Stittsville Main Street, just south of Orville. The proposal includes a minor zoning change and a plan of subdivision site plan control...
New park proposal for Abbottsville Crossing
You are invited to submit comments on a new park proposal in the Fernbank area. Suzanna Kemp Park is located within the third phase of the Abbottsville Crossing Development between Laburnum Walk and Ponderosa Street. The city's Recreation Department is proposing to...
An update on snow clearing operations
I just did a walk around the neighbourhood to check out the road situation. It's somewhat better than last night but there are still lots of roads in rough shape. (That's Kohilo Cres. in the photo.) If your road looks like this photo please go to...
COUNCILLOR’S NOTEBOOK: #OttawaTransitChallenge
During the month of February I'm attempting to commute by bus every day to work. It's a commitment I made during the election campaign to commute by bus for an entire month. I've been writing about my experience on Twitter @glengower and posting a daily video blog....
UPDATE: City of Ottawa asks residents to avoid parking on streets
(Photo via City of Ottawa.) La version française suit OTTAWA – The City of Ottawa is asking residents to avoid parking on City roads whenever possible over the weekend to assist with snow plowing operations. In addition, there will be some no parking zones identified...
FEB 21: BudgetTalk – a joint community budget session for Kanata-Stittsville
Join Councillor Glen Gower (Stittsville), Councillor Jenna Sudds (Kanata North) and Councillor Allan Hubley (Kanata South) for a community budget session on Thursday, February 21 from 6:30-8:30pm at the Kanata Recreation Complex, Hall A. They'll be joined by Cyril...
FEB 18: Family Day 2019 at the Goulbourn Rec Complex
This year, spend Family Day at Goulbourn Recreation Complex! On February 18, join us for a morning full of activities (including family fitness classes, Kindergym and crafts) and finish the afternoon with swimming ($) or skating! Family Day is full of fun at Goulbourn...
FEB 12: Councillor Chat / Causerie avec le conseiller
Please drop by and say hello at Brown's Independent (1251 Stittsville Main) for my next Councillor Chat on Tuesday, February 12 from 4:00pm-5:00pm. Come pull up a chair, say hello, ask a question, share your feedback in an informal setting. Ma prochaine Causerie aura...
FEB 20: Meeting on draft plan of subdivision for 5615 & 5621 Fernbank
(From the City of Ottawa's Planning Staff.) Notice of public meeting You are invited to attend a Public Meeting regarding a proposed plan of subdivision by Abbott-Fernbank Holdings Inc. for the properties at 5615 and 5621 Fernbank Road. Wednesday February 20, 2019...
COUNCILLOR’S NOTEBOOK: OC Transpo prognosis and solutions
(Le français suit) A few weeks back I invited Stittsville OC Transpo riders to share their stories with me and to tell me exactly what they're experiencing on their bus ride. Here are a few recent examples that are typical of the feedback I receive on a daily basis....
FEB 3: Ottawa 67’s practice and autographs at Johnny Leroux Arena
Rescheduled from the original date. Join the entire Ottawa 67's team at Johnny Leroux Arena (10 Warner-Colpitts Lane) on Sunday, February 3 from 3pm to 5pm for our CAA Community Practice with the Stittsville Minor Hockey Association. Prizes for all kids attending and...
Welcoming two new businesses to our community
I was pleased to attend two ribbon cuttings in the past week to celebrate the grand opening of two businesses in our community. On Friday, I joined MPP Goldie Ghamari and community members to celebrate the grand opening of Stittsville Whole Health Pharmacy at 1609...
Stittsville applications at the Committee of Adjustment on February 6
Two applications for the same property in Stittsville are coming to the Committee of Adjustment this February. The Committee of Adjustment makes decisions on applications for minor variances from a Zoning By-law. 6 Ember Glow: The first application seeks to tear down...
MVCA seeks volunteer campaign manager for Carp River Living Classroom
A note from Shannon Gutoskie, Community Relations Coordinator with the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA): Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority and our Foundation, in partnership with the Ottawa Stewardship Council, the City of Ottawa and Friends of...
JAN 25: Vigil to remember victims of the 269 accident
Vigil to remember victims of the Route 269 accident, Friday, January 25 at 7pm at the Eva James Memorial Community Centre. Vigile â la mémoire des victimes de l'accident du circuit 269. Vendredi le 25 janvier â 19h00 au Centre communautaire Eva James.
FEB 1: Councillor Chat / Causerie avec le conseiller
Please drop by and say hello at Red Gables Creperie (2006 Carp Rd) for my next Councillor Chat on Friday, February 1 from 10:00am-11:00am. Come pull up a chair, say hello, ask a question, share your feedback in an informal setting. Ma prochaine Causerie aura lieu...
COUNCILLOR’S NOTEBOOK: Riding a city plow during a winter storm
It was way back in November when the City's roads staff first invited me to ride along on one of their plowing trucks. When I heard about this weekend's snowfall warning, I knew that this would be a great chance to see firsthand how Stittsville's roads get cleared. Ma...
Stittsville skaters en route to provincial and national championships
(PHOTO: Jack Fan and Katie Xu. Photo by Amal Abdulsalam, via the Goulbourn Skating Club.) The Goulbourn Skating Club will be holding three send-off events for athletes heading to provincial and national championships over the next few weeks. Dans les prochaines...
School crossing guard positions available now in Stittsville
Le Conseil de sécurité d’Ottawa embauche des brigadiers scolaires pour toute la ville, y compris deux pour Stittsville. The Ottawa Safety Council is hiring! Through their Adult Crossing Guard Program, they hire, train, equip and manage Adult Crossing Guards across...
