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[Updated
5 January 2009]

 
[20 Dec] Transit Service Disruption
Updates on transportation changes and alternatives during OC Transpo strike ...MORE
[10 Dec] Budget 2009
On 10 December, Council approved the Operating and Capital Budgets ...MORE
[01 Dec] Transportation Plan Approved
See the details on the updated Transportation Master Plan ...MORE
[30 Nov] 2008 Citizen Satisfaction Survey
93% overall are proud to call Ottawa home! ...MORE
[30 Oct] MPAC Property Assessments 2008
MPAC Residential Property Assessments started arriving the week of 27 October ...MORE
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Commenting on Pesticide LegislationDecember  2, 2008
Draft regulations are still open for comment until December 22, 2008.
Budget 2009 InputNovember 28, 2008
City Council Budget sessions during the week of 1 December provide additional opportunity to provide your input.
Council's 2009 Budget MeetingsNovember 26, 2008
Residents and businesses invited to participate in Council 2009 budget meetings starting Monday 1 December
Official Plan ReviewNovember  8, 2008
Upcoming Special Public Meetings on 24 and 27 November
IntensificationOctober 21, 2008
What's it all about? How will it affect me? Provide your feedback by November 7
Federal Elections - Local Candidates' PositionsOctober 11, 2008
Candidates' answers to Mayor's questions on issues that are important to Ottawa residents
CLCLC Terms of ReferenceSeptember 26, 2008
Carp Landfill Community Liaison Committee ToR now established

eCycle 18 October 2008September 12, 2008
Bring your old electronic hardware to the Carp Road Landfill site
Public Consultation: NCR River Crossings EASeptember  4, 2008
Comments on current consultation session close 10 October
Master Transportation Plan - Open HousesSeptember  3, 2008
September round of public consultations for updating the Official Plan. Also register for Discussion Groups
Open House: Boat Launch and Dock DesignAugust 27, 2008
Constance Bay and Fitzroy Harbour replacements
Labour Day Schedule ChangesAugust 26, 2008
Schedule changes for Monday, September 1
Proposed Senior's Residence - CarpAugust 15, 2008
Public comment on Application for Zoning By-law Amendment closes 22 Aug
West Carleton Job OpportunitiesAugust 15, 2008
Youth Connexion Trip to Mont CasadesAugust 12, 2008
Thursday, August 28th. Details and timings at poster
West Carleton Country Kitchen ProgramAugust  6, 2008
Come together to prepare locally grown, nutritious and tasty food in a supportive, fun environment
Civic Holiday Schedule ChangesJuly 27, 2008
City Hall and Client Service Centres, will be closed on Monday, August 4
"Concerts in the Park"July  2, 2008
Thursday evenings at Fitzroy Provincial Park and Stittsville Village Square Park. Started 3 July
Public Consultation - NCR River CrossingsJune 28, 2008
Deadline for comments is extended to 9 July
2007 City of Ottawa Annual ReportJune 26, 2008
"Providing for Today, Planning for Tomorrow" annual report provides details of the City’s financial performance and highlights progress
New Provincially-Significant WetlandsJune 24, 2008
The Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources has identified new Provincially-Significant Wetlands within the City of Ottawa. An information package has been mailed to all residents whose property is within or adjacent to these areas
Mayor's eGovernment Task ForceJune 23, 2008
The Task Force concludes that exploiting proven Information Technology applications should help the City break the lock-step relationship between population growth and growth in staffing and budgets.
Canada Day Schedule ChangesJune 20, 2008
The City of Ottawa reminds residents of the schedule changes for Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1)
City Auditor 2007 ReportsJune 17, 2008
Copies of all these reports are available for download and individual reports are being addressed at Committees. Comments are invited after you have reviewed topics of interest
Official Plan Review: West-End SessionJune 11, 2008
Were you not able to participate in the earlier Rural Development Workshops or in the online sessions? Join a special west-end session on June 16 that will deal with issues of interest to the west-end communities
Carp River Restoration PlanJune  8, 2008
Comments invited on the Terms of Reference by 9 June
Comprehensive Zoning By-lawJune  5, 2008
New by-law takes effect 25 June. This reflects the result of 1-1/2 years of Public Consultation and harmonizes the existing 36 zoning by-laws of the former municipalities into one by-law
Rural Settlement Strategy Workshop 3May 31, 2008
The 31 May workshop reviewed the Staff Preliminary Proposals. Comments are invited
Council Approves New Transit VisionMay 30, 2008
Council takes a big step in developing a new transit vision for the City of Ottawa by recommending a Rapid Transit Network.
Spring Give Away WeekendMay 29, 2008
Spring Give Away Weekend will take place on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8
Design LansdowneMay 27, 2008
On-line findings of the public consultation conducted earlier this year are now available
Rapid Transit Alternative 4 RecommendedMay 24, 2008
Moving On! Council to decide on the future shape of Rapid Transit on 28 May
Private Well Water TestingMay 21, 2008
Regular testing is the only way to know if your water is free of E.coli. May 25/26 sample drop-off locations and schedules
Summer Camp Open HouseMay 21, 2008
Opportunity on 24 May to meet the summer staff and learn about the camp themes
Rural Settlement Strategy Workshop 3May 21, 2008
Have your say in land-use issues in rural Ottawa by attending the Rural Settlement Strategy Workshop 3 on 31 May
"Doors Open Ottawa"May 21, 2008
This years selection for 7-8 June event features six buildings in our West End.
Applications for DevelopmentMay 15, 2008
Learn more about developments that are being considered in your neighbourhood. Check out the new City web tool
Of Interest to Rural Residents:May 13, 2008
Four events in May of interest to rural residents
2008 Road Construction SeasonMay 11, 2008
Ward 5 roadwork that is in progress or imminent is found here. Updated on a weekly basis.
Transit Alternatives SurveyMay 11, 2008
View some opinions collected. Survey will close 16 May. Participate in the Survey if you have not yet done so.
Victoria Day schedule changesMay  8, 2008
City of Ottawa schedule changes for Victoria Day, Monday, May 19
Intensification DiscussionMay  7, 2008
How to reconcile community aspirations for 'intensification' with the principles of the Official Plan?
Proposed Changes to Official PlanMay  5, 2008
Find out more about the proposed changes by attending a public information meeting on 15 May
Rural Summit II updateApril 29, 2008
Initial report on the results of RS II are posted
Flood Advisory UpdateApril 29, 2008
A FLOOD ADVISORY for the Mississippi River system has been terminated as levels decrease steadily in those areas.
Galetta Community Association SurveyApril 21, 2008
Residents of the Galetta area are encouraged to complete an on-line survey on community needs
Property Tax Increase Less Than ExpectedApril 18, 2008
Good news at Corporate Services Committee... the final numbers were calculated at 4.5% for 2008.
Last Public Consulation - Rapid TransitApril 17, 2008
6 May West End Public Consulation . Councillor also needs your input to Survey
Leaf and Yard Waste Rural ChangesApril 11, 2008
Some rural areas will have leaf and yard collection once this spring
Downtown Rapid Transit Network OptionsApril  8, 2008
Preliminary results of consultations on the four Downtown Rapid Transit Network options
NCR River CrossingsApril  5, 2008
Additional public consultation in June to deal with the 'ranking' system
Rural Summit BackgroundApril  4, 2008
Review the Working Groups' background documentation in preparation for Rural Summit II
Rural Summit II AgendaApril  1, 2008
Agenda for Saturday, 5 April session
2008 City BudgetMarch 28, 2008
City Council approves the 2008 Budget
Rural Settlement Strategy UpdateMarch 26, 2008
Proceeding in parallel with Rural Summit II
Apply for Green Partnership Program FundingMarch 22, 2008
15 April deadline to partner with the City
Para Transpo Open House 31 MarchMarch 19, 2008
Meet with staff, ask questions and give your ideas


Household Hazardous Waste Depot 29 MarchMarch 19, 2008
One-day household hazardous waste collection depot on Saturday
Urgent Letter to Ward 5 Residents – Proposed Urban Transit Tax LevyMarch 18, 2008
Councillor needs you to express your opinion
Easter Schedule Changes - City HallMarch 13, 2008
Public Meeting 12 March - Carp LandsMarch 11, 2008
Honeywell Estates Inc. presents preliminary concepts on 8 hectare residential development and seeks public input
Transit Plan Update - FAQsMarch 10, 2008
Some FAQs recently posted
Rural Summit II UpdateMarch 10, 2008
Registration open until Monday, 31 March
Adults with Developmental DisabilitiesMarch  5, 2008
Registration for social recreation program for adults starts 6 March
TREE Program - Plant a treeMarch  5, 2008
Register now to receive a tree to plant on your property
Register for Rural Summit IIMarch  5, 2008
Be part of the solution. Improve rural services. Make real change
Transit Plan Update OptionsMarch  4, 2008
Councillor needs your feedback
Property Assessment and Your TaxesMarch  1, 2008
COUNCILLOR'S CORNER article removes some of the confusion
Free Bus to School Board MeetingFebruary 28, 2008
Meeting to discuss the possible closure of Fitzroy Centennial Public School.
Transportation Master Plan UpdateFebruary 26, 2008
...addressing the transportation needs of our growing population and employment to 2031
Rural Summit Initiatives ReportFebruary 19, 2008
A detailed report on the actions arising from Rural Summit 2005 is posted...
2008 HouseLeague RegistrationFebruary 19, 2008
Baseball and Softball Registrations. Saturday, March 1, 9am - Noon...
Planning Primer CoursesFebruary 14, 2008
Have you ever wondered how land-use planning is done? ...Now is your time to find out
Family Day Schedule ChangesFebruary 13, 2008
...schedule changes for Family Day (Monday, Feb 18)....
Public Skating - West Carleton Community Complex (Kinburn)February 12, 2008
Feb - March 2008 Public Skating Schedules....post this on the fridge!...
Service Delivery In Rural OttawaFebruary 11, 2008
RIAC Presents its 6 Jun 2007 report "Minimum Level of Service Delivery In Rural Ottawa" to the ARAC...
State of the City AddressFebruary 11, 2008
9 January 2008 Mayor's "State of the City Address" to Council ...
Fitzroy Groundwater Characterization ProgramFebruary  9, 2008
Second stage of study has been completed...
Future Interprovincial River CrossingsFebruary  7, 2008
...Public Consultations 20-25 February...
Youth ConnexionsFebruary  5, 2008
February Meetings....
Youth Connexions 67s HockeyFebruary  5, 2008
17 Feb at Kinburn SensPlex...
Lansdowne Park reDesignJanuary 21, 2008
next Public Consultations 26 Feb..
City Summer Student Employment Program.January 20, 2008
.. your opportunity to gain valuable work experience...
Rural SummitJanuary 19, 2008
..an opportunity for rural residents to come together to discuss ways to improve our rural communities...
Transit Service DisruptionDecember 20, 2008
Updates on transportation changes and alternatives during OC Transpo strike
Budget 2009December 10, 2008
On 10 December, Council approved the Operating and Capital Budgets
Transportation Plan ApprovedDecember  1, 2008
See the details on the updated Transportation Master Plan
2008 Citizen Satisfaction SurveyNovember 30, 2008
93% overall are proud to call Ottawa home!
MPAC Property Assessments 2008October 30, 2008
MPAC Residential Property Assessments started arriving the week of 27 October
West-End Activity GuideAugust 20, 2008
"Goulbourn, Stittsville and West Carleton-March Activity Guide" is now available
Buy Local Fresh FoodAugust  8, 2008
"Ottawa Buy Local Guide" shows where farm-fresh produce is available
City Fall and Winter Recreation GuideAugust  6, 2008
Now available.
Carp Landfill Liaison Committee WebsiteJuly 25, 2008
Website will be a primary communications means to the community
Rural Residents Exempt from Green Box ProgramJuly 14, 2008
Residents outside villages will not have to pay green bin fee.
Leaf and Yard Waste - Rural AreasJuly 11, 2008
Approval to increase leaf and yard waste pick up to four times a year.
ICI Strategy "Diversion 2015"July  8, 2008
Consultations on Industrial, Commercial & Institutional Waste Diversion Strategy this Summer
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