Masonry finishing work to the retaining walls located along Colonel By Drive, between Echo Drive near Bank Street and Clegg Street, will begin Monday, August 4. This work will continue until September 2014. During the work period, the northbound lane of Colonel By Drive will be narrowed at all times. Traffic cones and directional signage will be on site to direct traffic and to ensure worker safety.
The National Capital Commission (NCC) urges motorists to respect signage to ensure their safety. Pedestrians and cyclists will be able to continue to use the Rideau Canal Recreational Pathway during the work.
The City of Ottawa is anticipating the closure/re-routing of the Rideau River multi-use pathway due to construction. The west side pathway is expected to be closed as of August 11 for approximately 4-6 weeks. The east side pathway is expected to close in early September for approximately 4-6 weeks. Detour signs will be posted.
CFL football has returned to Ottawa! The excitement of major events happening just across the canal from Old Ottawa East has been tempered by concerns that fans may use our community for parking spots. The City of Ottawa and OOECA would like to know if you have been affected by increased local traffic or by illegal parking during this past weekend. The city has posted a survey form on its website that you can use to record your concerns, or compliments. Click here for the english survey, and here for the french survey. If you feel you were affected by traffic and parking, please complete the survey, and let your community association representative know as well at ron.rose@gmail.com.
Ottawa City Council has approved an application under the Ontario Heritage Act to permit the dismantling, moving and reconstruction of the Brantwood Gates (located at Beckwith and Main). Click here and here to view design plans, and see the committee report with background information about the gates.
