Archive 1997-2016
The region just entered the garbage collection business claiming it can save taxpayers $2 million, but many say the promise is anything but in the bag.
Regional councillors awarded the bulk of Ottawa-Carleton’s five-year, $79 million curbside garbage contract to two large multinational companies. But for the first time ever, the region is keeping the rest of the business, officially making itself part of the competition.
Centretown residents are being asked for their opinion about the National Capital Commission’s proposal for Metcalfe Street.
But if poor attendance at a recent public meeting on the issue is any indication, few are ready to take a stand.
A questionnaire was sent out last week by Ottawa Centre MP Mac Harb, asking residents which, if any, of the NCC’s four different ideas they prefer.
A dispute between the Bronson Centre and residents of an adjacent townhouse development has been overblown, says Maureen Moloughney, director of the centre.
“We exist quietly here in the neighbourhood,” Moloughney said.
“We are working together with the city to resolve any concerns.”
The region just improved its postering bylaw, and now Centretown residents want their councillors to improve the way it’s enforced.
Last month, Ottawa-Carleton plugged a loophole in its signs bylaw because it was open for abuse.
The original bylaw allowed only one poster advertising “the same information” per utility pole. Some businesses used different colours and wording to get around the rule.