Ward 5 Development & Road Works News
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Resurfacing of Huntmar Drive from 350m north of Campeau Drive to 2.7 km north of Richardson Side Road
As part of the City of Ottawa’s annual infrastructure maintenance cycle, road resurfacing will occur along Huntmar Drive to improve this roadway and the overall citywide transportation network.
What: Work will involve select concrete repairs, pulverizing of the existing surface, milling of the existing surface granular base placement, resurfacing of the roadway, granular shoulder reinstatement, and pavement marking reinstatement. Increased noise levels and vibrations to be expected in order to facilitate the work.
Why: The City of Ottawa will be resurfacing roads as preventative maintenance aimed at extending the City’s roadway network lifecycle.
When: This work is expected to start in May and completion is anticipated by fall 2022. Work will take place between the hours of 7 am and 10 pm as required. Huntmar Drive will remain open to traffic with lane closures expected. The City is aiming for the Contractor to mobilize at the site the week of May 16.
Where: Work will occur along Huntmar Drive from 350m north of Campeau Drive to 2.7 km north of Richardson Side Road.
Who: The City of Ottawa has retained the Contractor, Aecon Construction Ontario East Limited, to resurface Huntmar Drive
If you own a subsurface lawn irrigation system, we encourage residents to contact the undersigned to identify and confirm that private irrigations systems have been disconnected or relocated.
For details, please refer to the City’s Construction Notice.
Resurfacing of Donald B. Munro Drive from Thomas Argue Road to March Road
As part of the City of Ottawa’s annual infrastructure maintenance cycle, road resurfacing will occur along Donald B. Munro Drive to improve this roadway and the overall citywide transportation network.
What: Work will involve select concrete repairs, milling of the existing surface, iron adjustments, resurfacing of the roadway, installation of select paved shoulders, and granular shoulder reinstatement. Increased noise levels and vibrations to be expected in order to facilitate the work.
Why: The City of Ottawa will be resurfacing roads as preventative maintenance aimed at extending the City’s roadway network lifecycle.
When: This work is expected to start in May 2022 and completion is anticipated by fall 2022. Work will take place between the hours of 7 am and 10 pm as required. Donald B. Munro Drive will remain open to traffic with lane closures expected. The Contractor is mobilizing to the site this week (the week of May 9) and setting up traffic control measures. Concrete sidewalk removals are anticipated the week of May 16, starting in front of the Fire Station.
Where: Work will occur along Donald B. Munro Drive from Thomas Argue Road to March Road.Who: The City of Ottawa has retained the Contractor, Aecon Construction Ontario East Limited, to resurface Donald B. Munro Drive.
If you own a subsurface lawn irrigation system, we encourage residents to contact the undersigned to identify and confirm that private irrigations systems have been disconnected or relocated.
For details, please refer to the City’s Construction Notice.
Resurfacing of Old Carp Rd from Old Second Line Road to 120m north of Old Second Line Road
The Contractor is scheduled to mobilize to the site and bring barrels and signs beginning the week of May 16. Milling of the road is tentatively scheduled to begin May 20, weather permitting. More details will be posted to my website as they become available.
Resurfacing of Allbirch Road from Bishop Davis Drive to Shady Lane
The Contractor is tentatively scheduled to begin this project the week of May 30. Updates will be posted to my website as they become available.
Resurfacing of Madawaska Boulevard (Ottawa Road 117) 240m north of Ottawa Road 29 to Connifer Lane
The Contractor is tentatively scheduled to start the week of May 30. More information will be posted to my website as it becomes available.
Loggers Way Sewer Replacement Project
What: Sewer Replacement – Project scope covers 293 metres
Why: To address structural deficiencies
When: April 18, 2022 – June 10, 2022
Where: Loggers Way from Kinburn Side Road to Early Avenue
Who: Main Contractor – Core Civil Construction; Sub-Contractor – Englobe (for pre-construction inspections)
Traffic Impacts: A road closure is in place for the duration of the project. Residents, businesses and emergency services have full access.
Fitzroy Harbour Sidewalk Renewal
Sidewalks in Fitzroy Harbour will be renewed this summer. Construction is estimated to begin sometime in June or July 2022.
The project work areas are as follows:
- Harbour Street (east sidewalk) from Crossland Drive to Nicholson Street
- Fitzroy Street (north sidewalk and part of the south sidewalk) from Harbour Street to Old Ship Road
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With the welcome arrival of warmer weather, catching up with friends and family outdoors is a great way to stay connected and improve your mental health, while also reducing the risk of spreading COVID (versus gathering indoors).
May to October is an active season for turtles, including here in West Carleton-March where there are abundant wetlands. Turtles seek out nesting sites and often lay eggs in the gravel and sand along the sides of our roads. They sometimes cross roadways to reach a nesting spot.
Registration for the City’s aquatics programs opened May 9. Registration for the City’s summer camps and other programs opens May 11 at 9 pm. For details and for the e-Guides, please visit 
The West Carleton Garden Club and Horticultural Society will be at the Carp Farmers’ Market selling plants on May 14. Arrive early for the best selection. Cash only, please.
The Ottawa River Canoe Club needs volunteers to help set up for the paddling season on May 14 from 9 am to 12 pm at 1610 Sixth line Road. Please register in advance. Details: 
St. Paul’s United Church in Carp serves its Soup’nDipity Luncheons the first and third Tuesday of every month, from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the church, located at 3760 Carp Road. The next lunch is May 18. Please call ahead to make reservations: 613-809-2488.
uOttawa researchers conducting the UPTick project on ticks and Lyme disease in parts of Kanata North & South, Stittsville and Carp will host a virtual town hall meeting for the public on May 26, from 6 to 7 pm. For details, please 
The public is invited to attend a Carp Hills management meeting with Ducks Unlimited and Friends of the Carp Hills on June 2, from 7 to 9 pm, at the Carp Memorial Hall. Check 
The 7th Annual Wonderland Tea Party for youth mental health at CHEO takes place June 12, from 2 to 4 pm, at the Brookstreet Hotel. For details, please visit 
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The City is hosting a household hazardous waste depot at the Canadian Tire Centre, 200 Cyclone Taylor Boulevard, June 26, 8 am to 4 pm. 
The City of Ottawa is asking residents, rental contract holders and organizers of large public events to stay off sports fields at all City facilities. Due to seasonal weather conditions, the fields are wet and could be damaged if used while in their current condition. Ball diamonds were set to reopen May 7. Weather permitting, sports fields will open on May 15. 
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