NEWS ARCHIVES

April 20, 2007

Waste Management’s Step Back Allows Our Community To Move Forward

Now that Waste Management (WM) has decided to go back to the drawing board, we have the opportunity to explore solutions that will make more sense for our community.

Last week WM announced that they have withdrawn their proposed Terms of Reference (ToR) from the Ministry of Environment (MOE). WM has said they will be making significant changes to the document and re-submitting it to the MOE at a later date.

Included in the changes to the ToR are reduced landfill size, enhanced diversion and recycling facilities and a proposed waste-from-energy facility. Following WM's submission of their new document, our community will have the opportunity to submit comments and recommendations.

On April 18 a public meeting was held outlining these changes and WM’s steps moving forward. I want to thank all of you who took the time to attend and take part in the question and answer period. Our community has yet again spoken in one strong voice opposing any expansion of the Carp Road landfill.

In the coming months, I am planning to host a public meeting featuring a variety of companies presenting their alternative technologies to our community. Please be assured we have several options and will not settle for what seems to be the most convenient.

During the time before WM submits their ToR, it is very important for our community to continue reporting specific incidents that affect our quality of life each and every day. Odour report forms can be found on my website (www.shadqadri.com). Please feel free to contact my office any time should you have any questions or concerns.
 

Please Stay Off Sports Fields

The City of Ottawa is requesting that residents stay off our local ball diamonds and sports fields until next month in order to allow the turf to grow properly for the coming sports season.

However, local organizations with official City contracts have been granted access for certain dates outlined in their contracts.

Access to baseball diamonds will be permitted on May 1 and for sports fields on May 15.
Please ensure you help keep the fields in great condition for our community to enjoy this summer.
 

Kidz Versus Cancer April 29

Members of our community have wrapped their arms around a young boy with cancer.

Elgin Fraser, of Carleton Place, was just nine months old when he was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a cancer of the sympathetic nervous system. Young Elgin is a huge hockey fan and a special game is being held in his honour on April 29.

The Stittsville Bulldogs will face off against the Carleton Place Thrashers at the Bell Sensplex, located at 1565 Maple Grove Road, in an effort to raise funds for Elgin and his family.

Tickets for this great event may be purchased from players both beforehand and at the rink on April 29. Organizers have suggested a donation of $5 for a ticket and in an effort to raise further funds, there will be also be a variety of door prizes and raffles.

For more information please visit www.leaguelineup.com/stittsvillebulldogs.
 

Happy Anniversary

Many congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Tyler of Stittsville who celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on April 20. I had the opportunity to meet with this lovely couple last week and it was wonderful to chat with them about this milestone in their lives.
 

Always Working For You

If you have any concerns please never hesitate to contact myself or my staff at 613-580-2476 or by email at shad.qadri@ottawa.ca. For assistance after hours please contact the City of Ottawa Helpline at 3-1-1 or visit www.ottawa.ca.

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