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Councillor Glen’s Weekly Update / October 16, 2021
This week's video comes from Pioneer Plains Park in Jackson Trails. In this week's update: COVID-19 - Letter for parents from Dr. Etches 37 Wildpine development Paul Desmarais petition Fall tree planting A reminder for dog owners re: school property & picking up...
Letter to Parents from Dr. Etches/Lettre aux parents de Dre Etches
Dr. Vera Etches has written an open letter to parents of school aged children in Ottawa regarding the current COVID-19 situation and local schools. This letter is also being shared with school boards to ensure wide distribution to parents. La Dre Vera Etches a écrit...
Join Geraldine King for a webinar on Indigeneity in Canada, October 25, 2021
Indigeneity in Canada: a webinar about the history of colonization in Canada, its impact on Indigenous peoples, and reconciliation. Join Stittsville’s Geraldine “Jibby” King for a webinar about the history of colonization in Canada, its impact on Indigenous peoples,...
Fall 2021 tree planting update
(Photo: Maple grove at Putney Park/érablière au parc Putney) La version française suit Starting in October and continuing til the end of November, the City's Forestry Services team will be planting new trees in parks, at City facilities, and at homes in our community....
NOTEBOOK: Asking the Auditor General to investigate LRT issues
Today at City Council, colleagues supported my motion to ask the Auditor General (AG) to open an investigation into the ongoing issues plaguing the LRT. (You can read a copy of the motion here.) The Auditor General, Nathalie Gougeon, is ideal for this task: She is an...
Official naming ceremony at Mark Yakabuski Park
La version française suit On Friday, October 8, friends and family of the late Mark Yakabuski gathered for a special naming ceremony at Mark Yakabuksi Park on Haliburton Heights in the Fernbank neighbourhood. April Yakabuski and her sons participated in the ceremony,...
Next online Councillor Chat October 26
https://youtu.be/lCfqGhsphWk Join Councillor Glen on October 26 for his next Councillor Chat. He’ll take your questions live from 7 pm to 8 pm about any topic relating to Stittsville. Participate via the Zoom link below or stream the chat live on Facebook. You can...
LRT legal and safety updates
LRT / Rideau Transit Group - Notice of Default City Council is continuing to take action against Rideau Transit Group to get the LRT system back up and running, and to ensure safety and reliability for transit riders. Unfortunately I'm limited to what I can share due...
MAKING A DIFFERENCE: April Soni, Goulbourn Middle School
La version française suit (This is the latest in a series of profiles about people in Stittsville who are making a difference in our community and beyond. If you have a suggestion for someone we should interview, please contact us.) In a year of uncertainty,...
Two new speed cameras recommended for school zones in Stittsville
On October 6, Ottawa's Transportation Committee will consider a report that recommends adding 15 new automated speed enforcement (ASE) sites across the city—including two in Stittsville. The ASE cameras are implemented in Community Safety Zones near school sites. A...
FEDCo To Review Small Business Property Tax Subclass recommendations
Next Tuesday, October 5, the Finance and Economic Development Committee (FEDCo) will consider a new property tax subclass for small businesses that will provide eligible properties with a 15% reduction in property taxes phased in over two years. The new Small Business...
SEPT 30, 2021: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
La version française suit Thursday, September 30 marks Canada’s first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This day provides an opportunity to bring awareness to the painful legacy and impacts of the residential school system and advance our reconciliation...
Consultation opens for Stittsville Main Public Realm Plan study
(Photo credit: Andre Hallam/Crédit photo : Andre Hallam) La version française suit The City of Ottawa is creating a new plan to guide the renewal all public features of Stittsville Main Street—that’s everything from benches and streetlights to sidewalks and traffic...
Woodlot Rehabilitation Program: Ladybird Park
La version française suit Following the removal of ash trees impacted by Emerald Ash Borer from this woodlot, and subsequent reforestation work, tending and planting operations are now required to successfully rehabilitate the forest. These operations will include the...
Indoor City recreation centres and cultural facilities will require proof of vaccination
Starting on Wednesday, September 22, proof of full COVID-19 vaccination will be required for those 12 and older to enter City recreation and cultural facilities, with some exceptions identified below. Upon entering a recreation centre, swimming pool, arena, or theatre...
NOTEBOOK: On LRT safety and service disruptions
La version française suit My Monday included two back-to-back five-hour committee meetings, one with the Board of Health and one with the Transit Commission. A few notes on transit after a very long day: The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) is continuing to assess...
Fernbank Pond cleaning starts this week
La version française suit Starting on September 20 and lasting until early December, Mattamy Homes will be cleaning out a stormwater management pond in the Blackstone community in coordination with City of Ottawa stormwater facilities staff. The pond, also known as...
SEPT 27 & 28, 2021: Community meetings about “Green Parks” pilot
La version française suit This summer we introduced a "Green Parks" pilot project in three Stittsville parks, asking residents to adopt a "carry in, carry out" approach for garbage. Parks staff removed the garbage bins at Stitt Street Park, Kittiwake Park (and Banyon...
UPDATE: OC Transpo service to high schools
La version française suit With recent school bus cancellations, we are continuing to work with school board officials, the Ottawa Student Transportation Authority (OSTA) and OC Transpo to offer additional service. OC Transpo will continue to monitor these new routes...
SEPT 22, 2021: Councillor Chat / Causerie avec le conseiller
https://youtu.be/EryrXku6HNk La version française suit Join Councillor Glen on Facebook and Zoom on September 22 for his next Councillor Chat. He'll take your questions live from 7pm-8pm about any topic relating to Stittsville. Zoom:...
