Tag: Councillor Glen Gower
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This coming week is exciting for Stittsville volunteers who have been nominated for the 2021 Stittsville Volunteer Awards and are so worthy of recognition. Councillor Gower is honoured to recognize such a group of dedicated people.
Our local restaurants can’t survive on ‘take-out’ alone – tough month ahead
The three-step plan to reopening Ontario recently introduced by the provincial government has placed a huge burden on Stittsville local restaurants and small businesses.
OPEN LETTER: 5000 Robert Grant bylaw amendment
The significant opposition to this proposal has not been given the consideration that it deserves.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower provides information on upcoming events of interest to residents – the Stittsville Volunteer Awards on June 3rd and the Let’s Bike on urban cycling virtual workshop taking place on June 16.
Stittsville Village Square included in City’s recycling in parks pilot project
In all, 33 parks have been chosen, with Village Square Park in Stittsville being chosen. In June, 2021 you can expect to see new receptacles for waste placed throughout the park.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It’s not too late, Councillor Gower wants to hear your ideas on walking and cycling missing links – are there pathways and routes that don’t connect? The Councillor provides a weekly update on…
Controversial development passes Planning Committee hurdle – 18 storey tower delayed
The proposed development by Lépine planned for 5000 Robert Grant Avenue (René’s Court) has been the most controversial of all proposed developments for Stittsville.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is passing on information about local development, programs and relevant city events. You may be interested in receiving a tree, find out more; a vaccine update…
Upgrades coming to Stittsville’s Ralph Street Park
This week, the City received confirmation of funding for a total investment of $5 million for 29 park renewal projects across Ottawa over the next five years. Stittsville is on the list…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Glen Gower wants residents to be aware of the following upcoming Stittsville construction operations and installations that may affect your travel or daily life.
2021 Wild Parsnip program to begin May 25th: list of parks/areas affected
Wild parsnip is an invasive plant that is increasingly common within the City of Ottawa in areas of uncultivated land, roadside ditches, nature trails, as well as on and surrounding rural and residential properties.
Home energy improvement loans proposed by City – provide your feedback by May 9th
The Better Homes Loan program will make it easier and more affordable for homeowners to pay for home improvements over time as they save on their energy bills.
Group of 16: Ottawa councillors appeal to Premier to reopen outdoor recreation
Deans has written a letter to Premier Ford emphasizing the safe way in which golf courses, pickle ball and tennis courts can open.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Glen Gower wants residents aware of the following upcoming and ongoing news that effect our community. He wants to hear your ideas to improve walking and cycling in Stittsville; provides an update on…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower keeps the residents of Stittsville informed on various activities that are going on here in the community through his weekly notes provided to Stittsville Central.