Special Event Road Closures and Community Notification
Moved by C. Kelly
Seconded byC. Curry
WHEREAS large-scale special events can contribute to Ottawa’s recreational, tourism and economic objectives, but events involving extensive road closures can also have significant impacts on residents, businesses, farms, places of worship and access to rural communities;
WHEREAS a recent event required extensive road closures throughout West Carleton-March and Kanata North and resulted in significant concerns from residents regarding limited and late notification, access to and from their properties, lengthy detours, controlled crossing locations, reopening times and the availability of timely information before and during the event;
WHEREAS residents and businesses affected by significant road closures should receive sufficient advance notice to make appropriate arrangements for work, appointments, family activities, agricultural operations, business operations, religious services and other commitments;
WHEREAS the impact of road closures can be particularly significant in rural areas where alternative routes are limited and detours may involve substantial additional travel distances;
WHEREAS the local Ward Councillor and Councillor’s Office are often best positioned to identify local access issues, affected communities, businesses, institutions and other considerations that may not otherwise be apparent through a technical review of an event application;
WHEREAS large special events involving significant road closures should include a clear resident-access plan, traffic-management plan and public-notification plan prior to receiving final approval;
WHEREAS event organizers require timely and predictable permit processes, and enhanced consultation requirements should improve local awareness and community access planning without creating unnecessary uncertainty regarding event approval;
BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to review the complaints raised by residents and impacted Councillors after the recent events, including the recent GFNY cycling event, and bring forward to the appropriate Committee recommendations to address the issues raised including through amendments to the Highway Events By-law and any related policies, procedures, permit requirements, delegated authorities or other by-laws, as necessary, and include specific requirements for notification for special events involving significant road closures or material restrictions on access to properties or communities in the rural area, including, at a minimum:
At least 30 days advance circulation of the proposed route, road closure, traffic management, access management and public notification plans to impacted Ward Councillor(s), and where practical, sufficient opportunity for feedback to be considered prior to final permit issuance.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT staff, as part of this review, clarify public notification requirements and the respective responsibilities of event organizers and the City for highway events involving significant road closures or material restrictions on access to properties or communities in rural areas, including any appropriate procedures during the municipal election blackout period.
Private Approaches and Encroachments on Whitmore Avenue, Cline Crescent and Sherman Drive in Bel Air Heights
Moved by L. Johnson
Seconded byT. Kavanagh
WHEREAS beginning in 2027/2028 the City will undertake an integrated road reconstruction project in the Bel-Air Community neighborhood of Ward 8, including the reconstruction of Whitmore Avenue, Cline Crescent and Sherman Drive; and
WHEREAS the project limits for the Whitmore Avenue, Cline Crescent and Sherman Drive Integrated Road, Sewer and Watermain project includes reinstating some private approaches and private encroachments on Whitmore Avenue (Iris Street to the north intersection with Cline Crescent), Cline Crescent (south intersection of Whitmore Avenue to Albany Drive) and Sherman Drive (Navaho Drive to Cline Crescent); and
WHEREAS some of the driveway widths/lengths within the project limits are not in full conformance with the City’s front yard parking restrictions and Private Approach By-law; and
WHEREAS, for existing properties, front yard parking restrictions and private approach by-law and private encroachments upon City Right-of-Way are normally enforced only on a complaint-driven basis; and
WHEREAS there have been no complaints with respect to non-compliant driveways (private approaches) or front-yard parking in this area; and
WHEREAS the area residents support providing relief for residents with existing driveways (private approaches) while acknowledging that any future driveways (private approaches) and front-yard parking must be in accordance with City by-laws;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council approve that, in respect of the reconstruction of Whitmore Avenue, Cline Crescent and Sherman Drive, private approaches and encroachments be reinstated as they were immediately prior to the reconstruction of this street, as practicable.
Demolition Control Waiver for 72, 74, and 85 Pamilla Street
Moved by A. Troster
Seconded byJ. Leiper
WHEREAS the City of Ottawa and the Developer (1197692 Ontario Inc.) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding establishing the framework for a proposed land exchange whereby 72 and 74 Pamilla Street (total 750.89m²) would be conveyed to the City in exchange for 80 Norman Street (372.28 m²) allowing the City to create a larger neighbourhood park to replace the existing McCann Park; and
WHEREAS the owner of 425 Preston Street would provide 72 Pamilla Street (375.89 m²) and 74 Pamilla Street (375.00 m²) to the City and that the additional 378.61 m² land would contribute toward their parkland dedication if/when their assembled development lands are developed; and
WHEREAS the land being provided as parkland must be conveyed to the City free of all encumbrances; and
WHEREAS the demolition of existing residential use buildings at 72 and 74 Pamilla Street is required prior to transferring the properties to the City; and
WHEREAS the current state of 85 Pamilla, part of the future development site separate from the MOU, is in poor condition and not habitable; and
WHEREAS by waiving demolition control application, the City will not receive $6,200.48 (includes $1,274.64 Legal Fee + HST) which is the fee associated with a demolition control application; and
WHEREAS the properties remain subject to a demolition permit.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that Council waive demolition control approval for the demolition of 72, 74 and 85 Pamilla Street and allow the applicant to proceed directly to demolition permits; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that 72 and 74 Pamilla Street be sodded, mulch-covered or soft landscaped following demolition and prior to transfer to the City, and 85 Pamilla Street be sodded and fenced, respectfully, in accordance with the Property Standards By-law; and
BE IT FURTHER REVOLVED that the waiver from Demolition Control be void if the corresponding demolition permits are not issued within two years of Council decision.
School Zone Speed Limit on Spratt Road
Moved by S. Desroches
Seconded byT. Tierney
WHEREAS Riverside South Secondary School opened approximately one year ago and the City has received feedback from parents and residents regarding the existing 60 km/h speed limit on Spratt Road;
WHEREAS many students cross Spratt Road while travelling to and from the school, and there is no speed camera program for schools;
WHEREAS the City’s speed limit policy review is more than one year away, while the need to address concerns regarding vehicle speeds exists today;
WHEREAS staff have indicated that the future policy would likely consider a reduced speed limit at this location based on the proposed new criteria;
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT a 40 km/h school-zone speed limit be implemented on Spratt Road during designated school hours, subject to staff refinement of the appropriate limits of the school zone;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT the cost of the required new signage and installation be funded from within the existing Traffic Services budget.
Motions Requiring Suspension of the Rules of Procedure
Notices of Motion (for Consideration at Subsequent Meeting)
Motion to Introduce By-laws
Three Readings
That the by-laws listed on the Agenda under Motion to Introduce By-laws, Three Readings, be read and passed.
a. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2017-180 respecting the appointment of Municipal Law Enforcement Officers in accordance with private property parking enforcement.b. A bylaw of the city of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2003-499 respecting the designation of fire routes.c. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2025-89 being a by-law of the City of Ottawa for the granting of rebates for the installation of protective plumbing devices to reduce the risk of basement or cellar flooding from City sewer backup for residential units and to repeal by-law 2016-376.d. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at avenue Borbridge Avenue on Plan 4M-1728 as being exempt from Part Lot Control.e. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at terrasse Cardamom Terrace on Plan 4M-1703 as being exempt from Part Lot Controlf. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at chemin Linseed Road, voie Milk Thistle Way, terrasse Zingiber Terrace, place Calendula Place, cercle Weecay Circle, and rue Leone Farrell Street as being exempt from Part Lot Control.g. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2701 Pagé Road. h. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2701 Pagé Road. i. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 1767 and 1773 Baseline Road. j. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 1767 and 1773 Baseline Road. k. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend the Inner East Lines 1 and 3 Stations Secondary Plans of Volume 2A of the Official Plan for the City of Ottawa to increase maximum building height and minimum density as it applies to lands municipally known as 1052, 1060, and 1064 St. Laurent Boulevard. l. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 1052, 1060 and 1064 St-Laurent Boulevard. m. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 342 Roosevelt Avenue.n. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 342 Roosevelt Avenue.o. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 2095 Dilworth Avenue. p. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2008-250 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 560 Hazeldean Road. q. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 560 Hazeldean Road. r. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 6024 Dobson Lane. s. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to remove the holding symbol from lands known municipally as 1495 Heron Road.t. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to change the zoning of lands known municipally as 1461, 1485 and 1495 Heron Road. u. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2026-50 to remove the holding symbol from part of the lands known municipally as 800 Patchwork Place.v. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to designate certain lands at Rosalie Ridge and Paleo Heights on Plan 4M-1785 as being exempt from Part Lot Control.w. A by-law of the City of Ottawa to amend By-law No. 2016-326 being a by-law of the City of Ottawa regulating permanent signs on private property.