Category: Municipal Government
Opportunities to provide comments to City on parks and rec as well as winter maintenance
The City of Ottawa has introduced opportunities for the public to provide comments on two initiatives – the Parks and Recreation Facilities Master Plan and the Winter Maintenance Quality Standards. The City is seeking…
Local support has never been more essential than now for Stittsville businesses
With the Provincial restrictions having been extended until at least February 11, it is crucial that residents support our local business and restaurant community of Stittsville. Already in a precarious position…
Framework for a community benefits charge by-law for developers approved by Planning Committee
The City’s Planning Committee has approved a framework for a community benefits charge by-law, to enable the City to collect fees that would fund community-oriented projects.
City looks to protect agricultural lands by establishing a Gold Belt outside the urban boundary
The City’s Planning Committee and Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee will meet jointly on Monday, January 25 to consider which lands should be brought inside Ottawa’s urban boundary…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Keeping our community up to date, this week Councillor Gower provides some information and links on the current Vaccine situation in Ottawa; vehicle thefts; and…
Councillor Gower provides update on impact of Province’s stay-at-home measures for City services
Councillor Gower has shared an update on some of the key points on the impact the Province’s new stay-at-home measures will effect services and recreation. Read more on Councillor Gower’s website.
City of Ottawa clarifies stay-at-home guidelines for community
The City of Ottawa has clarified how the Province of Ontario’s new stay-at-home measures will alter public access to some of its facilities and temporarily suspend in-person counter services.
Amberwood Village Golf and Country Club housing proposal to be heard at Planning Committee January 14
In June 2020, the Amberwood Village Golf and Country Club held a vote with members at its Annual General Meeting to sell five lots adjacent to the golf course. The sale proceeds would be reinvested…
City brings fitness, creative arts, and special interests right into your home
The City’s new Virtual Arts and Recreation Centre opens opportunities to get fit, learn a new language, recipe or instrument, or discover your talents with a brush and palette –…
OC Transpo fares and Ottawa Police Service fees to rise January 1st
All OC Transpo fares, except the EquiPass, Community Pass, and Access Pass, will increase by an average of 2.5 per cent. Effective January 1, 2021, Ottawa Police Services will be charging…
Mattamy Homes phase 8 application received by city
Fotenn Planning + Design has submitted applications to the City for the last phase (Phase 8) of Mattamy’s Fairwinds subdivision plan and a Minor Zoning By-law Amendment.
Kizell Management reactivates application for 5618 Hazeldean Road
Novatech submitted a proposed development application in 2016 on behalf of Kizell Management for 5618 Hazeldean Road. Having been on hold since 2016, the application was updated in December 2019 and reactivated.
Holiday hours and new fees for Ottawa Police Service
With the Holiday Season upon us, Ottawa Police Service announce a change of service hours over the holidays – from December 24, 2020 to January 1, 2021 – with Front Desk Services at the police stations…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
In his weekly update, Councillor Gower sends greetings for the holiday season; shares updates on…
Holiday season schedule changes for City and OC Transpo
With the Christmas season and the New Year upon us, the City of Ottawa and OC Transpo have released their schedule changes during the holidays.