We all know that Lincoln Fields mall and the surrounding areas will undergo major changes, especially as we get closer to the opening of the new LRT station in 2025. Revitalization could be positive or negative, and the difference is good planning. An integrated plan has been one focus of QTNca advocacy for three years … Continue reading Lincoln Fields Plan Delayed Again
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QTN and the New Official Plan: Next Steps
What kind of intensification is good for QTN? The debate in Ottawa has shifted slightly from “how much intensification” to “what kind of intensification,” as the draft Official Plan is revised. More change is needed before final approval by City Council, scheduled for this fall. Density Targets instead of Requirements In response to strong push back, … Continue reading QTN and the New Official Plan: Next Steps
Update on the QTN Storm Sewer Project including Traffic Implications
Councillor Kavanagh's office has organized an update on the sewer project, which will include discussion of the road closures and associated traffic impacts. The meeting will take place on April 9th at 9:30 AM. If you are unable to attend, a recording will be made available afterward on the Bay Ward Bulleting which we will … Continue reading Update on the QTN Storm Sewer Project including Traffic Implications
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 … Continue reading QTN and the New Official Plan
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 … Continue reading Update on Connaught & Henley sidewalks: Presentation of options, feedback, and survey
New Official Plan will change QTN
The draft New Official Plan (OP) for the City of Ottawa will have major impacts for the future of QTN. It is not bedtime reading. It is not easy to understand the impacts of the high-level, big ideas about population growth that make headlines. For those who love QTN, however, now is the time to … Continue reading New Official Plan will change QTN
Future Development of QTN Discussion with GM of Transportation and GM of Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development
Councillor Kavanagh has invited us for a Bay Ward discussion with special guests, General Manager of Transportation Services, John Manconi and General Manager of Planning Infrastructure and Economic Development, Stephen Willis. The meeting will focus on the future transportation plans and development for Queensview Drive and the surrounding community followed by an opportunity to bring … Continue reading Future Development of QTN Discussion with GM of Transportation and GM of Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development
Queensview Drive and QTN: Good Neighbors?
Change is coming on Queensview Drive. It is both an opportunity and concern for residents of Queensway Terrace North (QTN). The QTN Planning Committee is taking early action to influence City plans for this area, instead of waiting to react to proposals by outside developers. City plans for Queensview Drive will become public in the … Continue reading Queensview Drive and QTN: Good Neighbors?
Missed our 2020 AGM? Here’s what we presented
Couldn't make our 2020 AGM? We have made our presentation available to you here: 2020-10-21 AGM Presentation (PDF). Notes from the AGM can be found here: 2020 Annual General Meeting (Google Docs). For more information don't hesitate to reach out to us. Upcoming items to look out for include: Halloween Walk in Elmhurst Volunteering for … Continue reading Missed our 2020 AGM? Here’s what we presented
More Changes Coming to QTN: Update on Berms, Paths, and New Development
Planning Committee Report Thank you for taking time to provide thoughtful suggestions and concerns on proposed plans for QTN, such as the proposed berms in Connaught Park, the paths that will connect us to future LRT stations, and the Lincoln Fields and Queensview surveys. Your feedback helps to get more serious attention to present issues … Continue reading More Changes Coming to QTN: Update on Berms, Paths, and New Development