May 2021 Newsletter/Bulletin du mois de mai 2021
posted in: ASH Newsletters
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Objecting To A Minor Variance – A Guide
posted in: Planning & Heritage Committee
Many thanks to Frank G. Oakes who prepared this guide for the Glebe and Ottawa South Community Association, it is posted here with permission. Click to open in a new tab [PDF]: Guide-for-Objecting-to-a-Minor-Variance.pdf
ASH Tree and Greening Group Tackles Japanese Knotweed
posted in: Environment Committee
The Rideau River shoreline is an important recreational pathway and natural area that contributes greatly to the quality of life in Sandy Hill. Yet this critical green space is increasingly being taken over by invasive plants, shrubs and trees. Among the biggest culprits are Common Buckthorn, Dog Strangling Vine, Wild Parsnip and Japanese Knotweed. In spring 2021 the … Read More
February 2021 Newsletter/Bulletin de mois de février 2021
posted in: ASH Newsletters
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Sandy Hill Community Response Team / L’équipe d’aide de la communauté de la Côte de Sable
posted in: Uncategorized
I’m sure many of you are feeling anxious about coronavirus. The Sandy Hill Community Response Team is here to help. Our team can introduce you to a neighbour who can help you get groceries, medication, or other basic necessities. We can also connect you with a friend if you need someone to talk to. To request help or volunteer, please … Read More
History – NCC Long Term Interprovincial Integrated Crossings Study (2021)
posted in: Transportation Subcommittee
The 2020 Federal budget commissioned and funded the NCC to conduct another study of Interprovincial Transportation. This study referred to as the LTIIC (Long Term Interprovincial Integrated Crossings Study) was to take a broader look at the long term transportation needs (out to 2050) and the full set of transportation options available (transit, active transportation, tunnel, bridges) and … Read More
Proposed Planned Pedestrian and Cycling Projects
posted in: Transportation Subcommittee
During the 2021-2024 period the City is updating its 25 year vision for transportation in the City, referred to as the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). One element of the TMP is the Active Transportation Plan. The following slide set summarizes the draft Active Transportation Plan for Sandy Hill.
Downtown trucks – learn about the issue and the position of the 2021 Board of Directors
posted in: Transportation Subcommittee
Learn About the Issue Since the Macdonald-Cartier bridge was constructed in 1967, King Edward Avenue, Rideau, Waller, and Nicholas streets (KERWN) have become a major interprovincial truck route. This has had significant negative impacts along this corridor and on the adjacent communities. The continued existence of a high volume of transport trucks on our roadways continues to pose … Read More
Downtown trucks – Statement of the Board of Directors (2021)
posted in: Transportation Subcommittee
Action Sandy Hill re-affirms our position that any planning for interprovincial transportation changes must prioritize solutions that remove the non-local through truck traffic from the existing KERWN corridor. This problem exists due to the lack of proper connection between the 417 and 5/50 interprovincial highway systems within the National Capital Region (NCR) It has continued to grow and … Read More
January 2021 Newsletter/Bulletin de mois de janvier 2021
posted in: ASH Newsletters
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