Hampton Iona Community Updates

The following are a few updates for our community:

1. Bill 23 – Councillor Leiper will be having a Zoom question and answer session on November 23 at 7:00 pm to discuss the province’s proposed Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster.  This bill, if passed, will have significant impacts, including on what can be built where, the amount of money that can be raised through development charges on new construction (both infill and greenfield) and the ability to preserve wetlands.   More information on the session and the Zoom link can be found at Q&A Webinar: Bill 23 and changes to Ottawa city planning | Kitchissippi Ward.
2. 114 Richmond Road – Ashcroft has resubmitted a Site Plan control application for 114 Richmond Road.  The city has indicated that the resubmission is very similar to the original application but has not pointed out the differences.  We have approached Councillor Leiper’s office for a better understanding of what has changed and for an update on construction of the proposed tower behind the convent and the rehabilitation of the convent.  A link to the site plan control application can be found at Ottawa.ca/devapps and by searching the address (114 Richmond Road) or the file number (D07-12-18-0080).
3. New Parkette – 375 Byron Avenue – As part of the final development of the Loblaws site, a new parkette will be built to the west of the apartment block currently under construction.  The City is seeking input on the design of the parkette until November 30.  More information can be found at 375 Byron Avenue New Parkette | Engage Ottawa
4. 2022/2023 Rink Season – We are currently in discussion with the City of Ottawa with respect to the signing of the rink contract for Iona Park.  We have traditionally operated our rink with a mix of volunteers and paid supervision staff.  During the past two years we did not open the trailer due to COVID, but currently the City is looking for the rinks to be operated as normal (i.e.: prior to the 2020/21 skating season).  At this time, we are looking for 1) new volunteers to help build and maintain the rink; and 2) paid attendants to supervise the rink.  We are required to provide 20 hours/week of supervision and we have traditionally hired local students for this role.  If you are interested in either volunteering for the rink or are interested in a part time job as a rink attendant please contact Lorne Cutler at lacutler@magma.ca.   We are also in the process of purchasing a new snow blower and expect to do so once the contract is signed.   Unfortunately, we have lost our beloved gazebo and the City has not yet installed the new umbrella tables.