City Councillor (River Ward)
613-580-2486
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EMC Ottawa South Column – March 26, 2015
Traffic Calming Initiatives
Continuing on the work that the former Councillor initiated in River Ward, all locations that had the
yellow flex-sticks in the middle of the street will return again in 2015. In addition to those streets, City
staff are adding a few streets as well including: Uplands Drive (between Rhapsody and Huntwood), Paul
Anka Drive, Kimberwick (between Chancellor and Riverside), Kitchener Avenue (between Banff and
Jasper), and Fielding Drive (between Hartman and McCarthy). I wish to acknowledge that not all
residents are enamored with the yellow flex-sticks, I heard you when I visited you on your front step.
My current focus is to deploy inexpensive, yet effective, options that are proven to reduce speed. I
always welcome your constructive feedback on other viable options to consider on our residential
streets.
In addition to the flex-sticks, I am managing a portfolio of over 40 locations where speed display boards
are located in the ward. This past winter was brutal on the batteries of the boards, which curtailed their
use, but the boards will return in alternating sites through-out the spring. Speed data are recorded,
compiled and analysed by traffic staff and shared with me as well.
I have been in discussions with the Ottawa Police Service regarding increased vehicle speed
enforcement. Various streets in River Ward have had police presence lately and there is more to come.
If there are specific issues related to traffic that you would like me to pursue, please contact me.
McCarthy Road Rock Stabilization
Public Works has notified me that commencing later this year, the rock facade on both sides of
McCarthy Road, approximately 25 metres to the south of Walkey Road will need to be re-stabilized. This
work will require the closure of one lane of traffic and one sidewalk during the project. The timelines of
work are unknown at this time, but will be shared as soon as I become aware.
Pothole Reporting
Spring is now here and we all know what that means. Potholes have started to make their presence felt.
We can all help by reporting potholes that require immediate attention by calling 3-1-1 or by completing
an online request at www.ottawa.ca/serviceottawa. As the snow melts, please also help keep our local
catch basins clear of debris to ensure local streets don’t flood.
Potential New Downtown-Central Library
The Ottawa Public Library (OPL) is holding initial discussions on a potential new downtown-central
library. Community input is being sought to shape the functional building requirements (spaces and
services) of the future building. You are invited to attend a public session on March 31 from 7-9pm at
Ottawa City Hall. To register for the public session, go to www.OttawaCentralLibrary.ca. While visiting
this website, you may also provide your feedback. The results of the public input will be made available
through a report to the Ottawa Public Library Board in June 2015.