Environment

Are you interested in free mulch? We’re going fully circular!

The Christmas trees you donated will be chipped and distributed for use by the QTN community. The chipping will take place as soon as our sponsor (Woody’s Tree Service – thank you!), can start his field season (as early as next week).

If you are interested in some free mulch, complete this form (opportunity closed) and you will be entered into a lottery (the number of names drawn will depend on demand). The mulch will need to be picked up on the same say as the chipping.

If your name is drawn, you will be notified of the chipping on short notice and will need to be available to pickup your share from Frank Ryan park (bring wheelbarrow or bag) on the day of the chipping.

We would like to offer the mulch to as many people as possible while making sure each gets a fair amount. We plan for each selected participant to get approximately a minimum of one paper yard waste bag of mulch each. This is a first for us so thanks in advance for your patience and collaboration.

QTN and the New Official Plan

The QTN Community Association proposes changes in the draft new Official Plan for Ottawa. They focus on ensuring strong neighborhoods as the population grows. How plans for intensification are done will make a big difference for QTN. The submission, prepared by the QTN Planning Committee, also addresses issues related to planning for future life between two LRT stations and protecting the trees and green spaces. In addition, it proposes that PinecrestCreek be protected as a Natural Heritage Feature in our area.

We encourage you to take a moment and read the submission (click to view PDF). If you have comments or questions, please contact the planning committee through qtncommunity@gmail.com.

Update on Connaught & Henley sidewalks: Presentation of options, feedback, and survey

We are happy to share an update on the sidewalk plans for Connaught Avenue and Henley Street. The City’s website outlines the plans, including two options on Connaught, a presentation, survey, and a point of contact should you have additional questions or feedback.

As previously shared, Councillor Kavanaugh is also hosting a consultation meeting next Tuesday, March 2nd. Please see our earlier post for more information.