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Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / March 1, 2025
Good morning! Today I’m at the stormwater pond just south of Beverly Street. This week’s updates: Ramadan Mubarak! Multicultural calendar Parking ban in effect today starting at 10:00am Snow clearing continues Clearing fire hydrants and drains Report potholes to...
Tree permit issued for 6171 Hazeldean
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has issued a tree removal permit for the housing development site at 6171 Hazeldean Road. The applicant plans to do the work before nesting season begins in April. The city's forester has instructed the developer not to...
March 2025 Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar
La version française suit We publish a monthly calendar listing the main commemorative dates of different religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to the strengthening of human rights and diversity. If you have comments or suggestions for dates to...
Committee approves Green Fleet Strategy
La version française suit The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee today approved the City’s Green Fleet Strategy, which outlines City efforts to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from its vehicles. The strategy adopts an agile framework for incorporating new...
Council approves expanding fire stations in two rural communities
La version française suit Council today approved expanding two existing fire stations, one in Manotick and one in Greely, to meet growing populations, intensification, and call volume in both areas. The recommendations were part of an Ottawa Fire Services’ 2025...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: February 26, 2025
FEBRUARY 26: Traffic safety meeting for Timbermere residents
Originally published January 30, 2025 La version française suit We're hosting an information meeting on Wednesday, February 26 at 7:00pm to discuss proposed temporary traffic calming measures on Kittiwake Drive in Timbermere. In response to resident concerns about...
Committee approves policy to improve access to cultural funding
La version française suit The Community Services Committee today approved a new Cultural Funding Policy to govern how the City allocates more than $12 million in annual funding for the local arts, cultural and heritage sector. The City’s cultural funding programs...
UPDATE: Power outages in Stittsville and Jackson Trails
La version française suit Earlier this year we received a number of emails from Stittsville residents about frequent power outages in our community. While most outages have been brief, they are highly disruptive for residents. Here's some additional information from...
What happens when a dog is deemed vicious?
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has the power to deem a dog vicious if it has been found to have bitten or attacked a person or another animal without provocation. When a dog is deemed vicious, a muzzle order is issued. A muzzle order requires: The...
UPDATE: A visit to the snow plowing team at the Huntley Works Yard
La version française suit I dropped by the Huntley Works Yard first thing Tuesday morning (with a few boxes of donuts from Maverick's Donuts) to thank operators and support staff who are working hard to clear our streets. The night shift was ending and the day shift...
How will tariffs and counter-tariffs impact businesses and residents in Ottawa?
La version française suit Every day, there seems to be more talk about tariffs in the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States. Even if tariffs are not in place, the threat of impending tariffs can create anxiety among Ottawa residents and business...
Co-existing with coyotes in the suburbs
La version française suit (Photo credit: Becky Matsubara. This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic license.) Coyotes are always among us and will almost always seek to avoid human contact, but they can become more visible in the late...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / February 22, 2025
Good morning! Today I’m at the skating rink at Village Square Park. Thanks to the volunteers with the Stittsville Minor Hockey Association for keeping this rink in top shape throughout the season. This week’s updates: Shovel out a fire hydrant Update on snow removal...
February 22: Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser for Lionhearts
La version française suit (Originally published January 24, 2025) I hope you'll join us on Saturday, February 22 for the annual Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk in support of Lionhearts Inc. What is the walk? The Coldest Night of the Year is a...
UPDATE: Snow clearing in Stittsville
La version française suit I’ve been in daily contact with the Public Works team to monitor progress in clearing the massive amount of snow. These past few days have been challenging to say the least. And I agree with residents that it has taken too long to clear...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: February 20, 2025
Committee moves to permit new food bank space, residential care facility
La version française suit The Planning and Housing Committee today approved a zoning amendment to facilitate development of a six-storey building on Arrowsmith Drive, with space for a community food bank. The Gloucester Emergency Food Cupboard (GEFC) has space within...
FEBRUARY 18: Traffic safety meeting for Amberwood residents
Originally published January 30, 2025 La version française suit We're hosting an information meeting on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 7:00pm to discuss proposed temporary traffic calming measures on Springbrook Drive in Amberwood. In response to resident concerns...
Committee moves to help residents protect their homes from flooding
La version française suit The Environment and Climate Change Committee today approved updates to the Residential Protective Plumbing Program and By-law to help residents protect their properties from flooding and prepare for extreme weather events. This program...
