Councillor Jan Harder

Hunt Club lane reductions starting November 3 Hunt Club Road will be reduced to one lane in each direction between the Airport Parkway and Daze Street starting the morning of November 3 until the end of January 2022 for Stage 2 LRT construction of the Hunt Club rail-over-road bridge. To safely accommodate construction activities, the following Airport Parkway ramps will be closed throughout the lane reductions: The southbound off-ramp to eastbound Hunt Club Road The north...bound on-ramp from eastbound Hunt Club Road The northbound off-ramp to westbound Hunt Club Road Motorists are encouraged to use alternate routes. Signage will be in place to advise pedestrians and cyclists of routes through the work zone. The Stage 2 O-Train South extension will extend the existing line from Greenboro Station to Limebank Road, and will link to the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca

Statement from Chief Peter Sloly: Vaccination Policy The safety of the people of Ottawa is our number one priority. As Chief, my job is to ensure we have the resources needed to respond immediately and effectively to any emergency and keep the public safe. In a pandemic, that also means working closely with Ottawa Public Health towards the goal of 100 percent vaccination for all our members, as announced earlier this month. Mandatory Vaccination... It is with those guiding principles in mind that I am announcing the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) will be instituting a mandatory vaccination policy for all members effective January 31, 2022. Today, almost 84% percent of OPS members are fully vaccinated. All employees will have until January 31, 2022, to complete their two-dose vaccination (or receive a formal exemption in line with Ottawa Public Health guidelines). The OPS has always been working to achieve 100 percent vaccination for all our members. That is what this policy is about providing a safe, effective and responsive police service for the people of Ottawa. Testing Members who have not been vaccinated will be required to be tested every 72 hours. We have received a limited supply of tests at no cost to the taxpayer. After those tests run out, unvaccinated employees will be required to pay for their own tests. We are currently finalizing these adjustments to our policy. I would like to thank members of the OPS who have received their vaccination and urge our remaining eligible members to do the same. Together, we can continue to keep our members and the people of Ottawa safe.

Find out what is happening in your Barrhaven Community with my most recent Email Blast! You can find information on Barrhaven Community News, Barrhaven Traffic, City of Ottawa updates & Ottawa Public Health announcements. Link: https://mailchi.mp/ottawanotifications/october29e-blast

The City is looking for your feedback on the Concept Plan for a new park development for Elevation Park in Ward 21, Rideau-Goulbourn. The 1.7-hectare park will be located in a new development known as The Ridge which is being constructed by Caivan Communities. The development is generally located south of Cambrian Road, north of Barnsdale Road, east of Borrisokane Road, and west of Greenbank Road. The park property is bordered by Chillerton Drive to the north and Elevation Ro...ad to the west. Timeline: October 27 November 15 2021 Link: https://engage.ottawa.ca/elevation-park

City lifts capacity limits for its drop-in recreation and cultural programs Starting today, the City is increasing capacity limits for its recreation and cultural drop-in activities to reflect the recently announced easing of Provincial regulations. This will give residents more opportunities to get out for a swim, skate, participate in a sporting activity, exercise in a cardio and weight room, and visit a museum or cultural centre. Residents should note that capacity for mos...t activities will return to pre-pandemic levels, subject to staff availability. The current reservation system will remain in place to provide clients with the opportunity to secure a spot at a preferred time and to make the check-in process faster and easier. Those without a reservation will be admitted when capacity limits allow and will be required to provide their contact tracing information during the onsite registration and screening. While the capacity limits have been eased, other COVID-safety protocols remain in place for a safe and enjoyable environment: - Proof of full vaccination and identification paper or digital certification for adults 18 and over - Proof of full vaccination and identification for youth aged 12 to 17, who are using fitness rooms or participating in drop-in activities - Masks are still required at recreational facilities when not taking part in a physical activity Full fire-code capacity levels will also be permitted for hall, pool and arena rentals, with the exception of events with dancing which remain at 25 per cent capacity. The City is pleased to welcome all residents back as we approach late fall and winter activities. Now, you and your family can stay active for your physical and mental health. For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca Link(s): https://www.janharder.ca//october-28th-city-lifts-capacity https://ottawa.ca/en

Ottawa Public Library / Bibliothèque publique d'Ottawa is having a giveaway free tickets to the screening of Clifford the Big Red Dog! Clifford the Big Red Dog, the star of one of the most famous canine picture books of all time, is about to make his big-screen debut! OPL is happy to add to the fun and friendship of Library Month this October by giving away free tickets to the screening happening Saturday November 6, 2021 at Cineplex Cinemas Ottawa (3090 Carling Avenue)! Ente...r the giveaway before 11:59 pm on Monday November 1, 2021 by following these steps: Draw a picture of your favorite Clifford book or story Take a photo of your drawing and share it with us on social media (Instagram/Facebook) or send it to us by email at [email protected] 10 participants will be randomly selected to win! Each winner will be able to bring family and friends for a total of 4 people to attend the screening together

Forwarding message from Longfields Davidson Heights Blood Drive: Help save lives this winter! If you're in general good health, now more than ever, we need your support to fill every available appointment. Appointments are open until January 18th. Join LDH PFL Team to be entered into a draw for fun prizes. Download the "Give Blood" app and register with #LONG012406. No donation required. ... Need more information? Find post updates and more detailed information on their Instagram account (Ldhblooddrive).

Forwarding message from St. Mother Teresa High School Key Club (Instagram handle: @smt.keyclub.2020): If you have any beer cans or bottles from the holidays, please drop them off at a location near you! The proceeds are going to Empties for Paws, which supports local animal rescue groups and shelters. We can also do pick up if necessary on Wednesday night (Please PM). Thanks! Find them on Instagram to personally message them.

Given the heavy rain that our City may see, we are asking any residents who are able to please clear their local catch basin of any snow or debris. Anything we can do to keep the water flowing off the road will help prevent water pooling, and will mean less opportunities for the water to freeze when temperatures drop. In some communities, inlet control devices have been installed to control the water entering into our stormwater system. Residents may see water draining, like that from a bathtub, somewhat more slowly. In these areas, it is not necessary to create a service request unless the water is still pooling 24 hours after the last raindrop has fallen.

Message from the Roads Services Department: Our afternoon weather forecast indicates that our prediction of 8-12 cm of snow is accurate and expected in Ottawa over the next 24 hours. Our Roads and Parking Services Team will be out when the first snow starts to fall to clear and treat main roads and arterials as well as sidewalks and the winter cycling network. The heaviest snow is expected to fall overnight with snow expected to end by noon tomorrow. As such, we will be doin...g a residential snow plow run and we are calling a winter weather parking ban. The winter weather parking ban will be in effect from 7 am 7 pm on Saturday, January 2, 2021. For more information click on the provided link: https://www.janharder.ca//january-1st-winter-weather-parki

Provincial shutdown will close City recreation and cultural facilities and suspend some in-person services starting December 26 Ottawa With the province-wide shutdown scheduled to start at 12:01 am on Saturday, December 26, the City will temporarily close City-managed recreation and cultural facilities to the public and suspend some in-person services until Saturday, January 23, 2021. This excludes respite centres, COVID-19 assessment centres and municipal childcare centres...Continue reading

Fee increases for Ottawa Police services, effective January 1st The Ottawa Police Services Board (OPSB) approved a cost-recovery fee structure model for all police information-related services. Effective January 1, 2021, it will cost $66 to obtain a criminal records check, criminal records and judicial matters check, and a vulnerable sector check. Adoption application fees will cost $108, and volunteer checks will increase slightly to $20.40.... Please note that while Ottawa remains under Orange or higher COVID-19 levels, as determined by the province, volunteer fees will be waived. Rates for police reports have also risen slightly, with motor vehicle reports costing $200.88, collision reconstruction reports $2,245, general occurrence reports $58, fingerprinting $50, and a pardon application $66, not including HST. FOI requests will remain $5 per request. To learn more about all the rates associated with different reports, please visit the Police Report web page on our website. Additionally, Paid Duties have increased incrementally, with Tier 1 constable hourly rates set at $89.66 (or $100.87/hr for Tier 2), sergeant Tier 1 hourly rates at $101.69 (or $114.39/hr for Tier 2), and staff sergeant Tier 1 hourly rates at $111.18 (or $125.05/hr for Tier 2). Hourly rates for canine, police vehicles, boats or ATVs remain the same as 2020. This new fee structure aligns with budget estimates that were presented to the Ottawa Police Services Board and approved in November and reflects a cost-recovery increase only. https://www.ottawapolice.ca//about-us/Fees-and-Payment-Met

With cold weather comes outdoor rink fun! However, please be advised that all outdoor city rinks require facemasks. PLEASE NOTE: with confusion of whether to wear a mask on or off the ice OPH and #ottcity have announced that though it is not mandatory to wear a mask but is highly recommended. Message from emergency and protective services: ... Mandatory Mask in Designated Unenclosed Public Space Requirement: Every person who enters or remains on outdoor ice skating rinks operated by the City of Ottawa or on the City’s behalf, including publicly accessible areas that are within a fifteen (15) meter distance of the edge of the ice surface, shall wear a Mask in a manner that covers their mouth, nose, and chin. Duration: Effective December 30, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. until January 28, 2021 at 12:01 a.m., twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week. Exemptions: As prescribed by By-law 2020-186 (as amended) including but not limited to young children, persons with medical or cognitive conditions, persons engaged in athletic/fitness activity Outdoor rink operators when performing rink maintenance when the public is not on the surface of the ice rink.

Find the latest edition of my Email Blast. You will find information about the upcoming holiday seasonal changes around Ottawa, Barrhaven Community news and a special video from City Councillor Carol Anne Meehan and I performing a Christmas virtual event for the Barrhaven Seniors! Link: https://conta.cc/3p3fzHa

Last Farmers' markets are this weekend, and many holiday meal programs are underway for residents: Listing of food programs, free meals and farmers' markets over the holiday season: goodfoodottawa.ca (https://goodfoodottawa.ca/) bonnebouffeottawa.ca (https://bonnebouffeottawa.ca/)

Message from Public Works: Water Interruption 8:30am to 4:00pm Wednesday, November 25, 2020. AMHERST CRESCENT . BROKEN WATERMAIN REPAIR, Residents Notified by Green Door Tags Monday, November 23rd

Strandherd Drive Widening Update: Traffic Signals at Chapman Mills/ Fraser Fields / Strandherd Drive were commissioned yesterday.

City of Ottawa Winter Ops Message: Special advisory: winter weather parking ban to be lifted at 8 pm The winter weather parking ban will end at 8 pm today, Monday, November 23. Be in the know about snow Follow us on Twitter @ottawacity to receive updates, or subscribe to our electronic email alerts. If you subscribe to e-Alerts, you will receive notification each time a winter weather parking ban is put in place, extended or lifted. There is no charge for this service, and yo...u can unsubscribe at any time. Sign up today at ottawa.ca. For more winter parking information, please visit ottawa.ca or call 3-1-1 (TTY: 613-580-2401). For more information on City programs and services, visit ottawa.ca

Stay active this winter and register for one or more City of Ottawa COVID-modified winter recreation and arts activities, starting on Monday, December 7 at 9 pm. In advance, browse our winter eGuides, which go online Monday, November 30, and discover our selection of recreation and arts activities. More information can be found below: https://www.janharder.ca//november-23rd-browse-the-winter-

The City of Ottawa reminds residents of the following schedule changes for the holiday season, between Thursday, December 24 and Saturday, January 2. See the link provided for more information: https://www.janharder.ca//december-18th-city-holiday-seaso

On average, 223.5 cm (or just over 7 feet) of snow falls on Ottawa during the winter! The City is reviewing their Winter Maintenance Quality Standards and they want to hear from you! Check out the Project @ engage.ottawa.ca/wmqs

Message from Transportation Service Department: As you may be aware, this year, OC Transpo, in partnership with MADD Ottawa and Safer Roads Ottawa, will once again be offering no-charge service on New Year’s Eve after 8 pm. This annual partnership is to help prevent residents from drinking and driving, and it’s been a proven success for many years. This decision to offer no-charge service on New Year’s Eve was made in consultation with Ottawa Public Health (OPH). The risks... associated with impaired driving remain prevalent, and by offering no-charge transit with mandatory masks and other safety precautions we can help reduce impaired driving while maintaining a safer transit system. Public Health is supportive of this decision and worked with us on messaging to the public. We also encourage everyone to follow all Ottawa Public Health guidelines regarding gatherings this holiday season: Keep the number of people you interact with small: those in your household plus essential supports. For social gatherings, this can include limiting gatherings to those who live in your household and those providing essential support services such as a caregiver. If you live alone (single parent, student, etc.), one or two contacts outside your home can be important social supports to draw on. It is our priority to ensure that a safe and practical choice exists for those travelling on New Year’s Eve.

On Thursday, December 18th, you're invited to a Barrhaven Seniors Zoom Christmas Celebration with Councillors Jan Harder and Carol Anne Meehan from 11:00am to 12:00pm. If you are interested in attending, please email [email protected]. Looking forward to seeing you then! More details to follow.

OC Transpo makes changes to winter service and adjusts schedules for the holidays. For more information see the link below: https://www.janharder.ca//december-16th-oc-transpo-makes-c

See the news release on Barrhaven townhouse fire last night from Ottawa Fire Services Media Relations: https://www.janharder.ca//december-16th-2nd-alarm-fire-in-

Please join Councillors Jan Harder and Carol Anne Meehan for a Barrhaven Senior virtual seasonal celebration on December 18th from 11am - 12pm! With lots of Christmas entertainment and a special appearance by Mayor Jim Watson. Send an email to [email protected] to attend.

Ottawa to purchase new electric buses Message from the Government of Canada (Infrastructure Canada): The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of investing in affordable and sustainable public transit that helps Canadians and their families travel to and from their destinations safely and efficiently.... Investing in cleaner transit options not only helps us meet our climate targets, it ensures cleaner air and a brighter future for our children and grandchildren. That’s why the Government of Canada is pleased to announce that, thanks to funding provided through the Public Transit Infrastructure Fund, the City of Ottawa is in a position to purchase more buses, including battery-electric buses. In total, the City of Ottawa is investing $9.3 million, including the purchase of four long-range 40-foot battery-electric buses, along with the necessary supporting infrastructure. For media release link: https://www.janharder.ca//december-14th-ottawa-to-purchase Infrastructure Canada link: https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca//about-invest-apropos-eng

Message from Director of Roads and Parking Services: It’s going to be a messy day out there. We are expecting light flurries to start at anytime. The light flurries will continue until early afternoon when it will mix with rain or freezing rain. By late afternoon, and with temperatures rising, we anticipate the freezing rain will switch to rain. The rain will continue through to Sunday afternoon. Temperatures will be hovering around zero today and any fluctuation could ch...ange the type of precipitation our community will receive. Our teams are ready to respond! Our Supervisors are out and actively monitoring conditions in all parts of the City. Staff are standing by and will be called in to respond as needed. When staff are deployed, they will begin clearing and treating main roads and arterials, sidewalks and the winter cycling network. If we get the anticipated freezing rain, salt will be used to promote the melting of ice and to prevent ice from sticking to the roads. Residents are asked to exercise caution this afternoon and to avoid travel where possible. If you must go out, please give our vehicles three car lengths of space to operate. They are on the road to keep you safe and will be moving slowly to do their work. Also, with the anticipated rainfall coming, residents who can are reminded to keep catch basins clear to allow water and melting snow to flow off the road. This will help keep roads safe as temperatures drop later this weekend.