Ottawa is on the cusp of a major cycling renewal plan. Some councillors and activists hope this is the first step towards becoming a renowned bike-friendly city, similar to Portland or Montreal.
City proposes cycling renewal
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Author: Centretown Staff
City council meeting raises concerns over Lansdowne proposal
City council reviewed the Lansdowne Partnership Plan proposed by city staff and the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group on Thursday.
Federal office tower planned for Elgin Street
Along with Public Works’ major redevelopment plan for 90 Elgin St., there’s another federal office tower in the planning stages that’s expected to rise in Centretown.
City project to help reduce wastewater overspill
More than three times the annual amount of raw sewage and storm water has been spilled into the Ottawa River so far this year and although the city hopes to start construction on a new wastewater dechlorination project soon, river health advocates say it’s a small step towards mending the problems with Ottawa’s sewer systems.