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Public Invited to Nov. 13 Info Session for Carp Road Widening Project
Here's an opportunity to see and provide input on the City's recommended design plan for the Carp Road widening project, from Highway 417 to Hazeldean Road. The presentation is set for Thursday, November 13, 2025, at Tony Graham Recreation Complex in Kanata from 7 to 9 pm. It's part of a public information session to discuss the planned project. In addition to this meeting, residents can also participate through viewing and commenting on the online documents posted at ottawa.
Clarke Kelly
Oct 27, 20251 min read


Councillor Kelly's Updates on Dry or Compromised Private Wells In Ward 5
This will be a live document dedicated to providing updates and supports for those residents who are dealing with dry or compromised private wells in parts of West Carleton-March (Ward 5). Keep checking back to see the latest updates, information and guidance. Be alerted to new updates by following us on social media. X (Twitter ) , Facebook , Instagram or Bluesky , or Subscribe to our newsletter Update Oct. 24, 2025 Beginning at noon today (Oct 24), residents who ar
Clarke Kelly
Oct 25, 20258 min read


Automated Speed Enforcement Program Update
To: Mayor and Members of City Council From: City of Ottawa Public Works Department Subject: Automated Speed Enforcement Program On...

Ward 5 Staff
Oct 9, 20255 min read


City of Ottawa Forestry Services Fall Update
Good afternoon , Our trees are confirming what the calendar is telling us: fall is here. But Forestry Services staff never slow down, so...

Ward 5 Staff
Oct 7, 20253 min read


ARAC To Consider Ward 5 Solar Proposals At October 2nd Meeting
A reminder to residents that tomorrow at the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee meeting, we will consider a report and...
Clarke Kelly
Oct 1, 20251 min read


Don’t sleep on safety: test your alarms with Ottawa Fire Services
As part of the fall Wake Up! program, firefighters from Ottawa Fire Services will visit homes across the city this week to ensure smoke...

Ward 5 Staff
Sep 22, 20252 min read


Councillor Kelly Sets Date For Ward 5 Public Consultation For City's 2026 Draft Budget
With the City's 2026 budget discussions now well underway, Councillor Kelly will be holding a Ward 5-specific Public Consultation on...

Ward 5 Staff
Sep 11, 20253 min read


ARAC: Enhanced Process for Evaluating All-Way Stops At Rural Intersections
The City’s Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee today received the results of a review of processes for determining if traffic signals...

Ward 5 Staff
Sep 4, 20254 min read


Level 2 Low Water Condition Declared for West Carleton-March
On August 6, 2025, the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority declared a Level 2 Low Water Condition within the Carp River Watershed ,...

Ward 5 Staff
Aug 13, 20256 min read


Councillor Kelly's Update on ARAC Terms of Reference
Things have been very busy over the last few months and there are a few important things I want to update Ward 5 residents on. The new...

Ward 5 Staff
Jul 28, 20252 min read


ARAC Moves to Strengthen its Role in Representing Rural Voices
Published on July 3, 2025 Council, committees and City Hall Parking, roads, traffic and transit The City’s Agriculture and Rural Affairs...

Ward 5 Staff
Jul 9, 20252 min read


Councillor's Statement As Carp Watermain Swabbing and Cleaning Gets Underway
Councillor Kelly's Statement, July 7, 2025 Today marks the start of the City's watermain swabbing and cleaning program in the Village...

Ward 5 Staff
Jul 7, 20254 min read


Watermain Swabbing and Cleaning Program in Village of Carp to Begin July 7
The History Back in April 2025, Councillor Kelly met with City staff from the Infrastructure and Water Services Department (IWSD)...

Ward 5 Staff
Jun 27, 20254 min read


Reminder: Have Your Say on Draft Budget 2026
Just a reminder to have your say on Draft Budget 2026. Feedback is integral to the development of the City’s budget. It’s your city and...

Ward 5 Staff
Jun 23, 20252 min read


Share Your Feedback on Ottawa’s New Zoning By-law – Virtual Open House June 3
The City of Ottawa is inviting residents to review and provide feedback on Draft 2 of the new Zoning By-law. Public consultation events...

Ward 5 Staff
Jun 2, 20251 min read


Road Safety Action Plan: Rural Road Safety Reminders
Rural roads make for scenic driving conditions, but they do come with their own unique hazards. Rural roads see a higher number of fatal...

Ward 5 Staff
May 27, 20253 min read


Attend Ottawa’s New Zoning By-law Open Houses – In Person or Online
The City of Ottawa is inviting residents to review and provide feedback on Draft 2 of the new Zoning By-law. Residents are encouraged to...

Ward 5 Staff
May 26, 20251 min read


Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee Approves New Water Rate Structure for 2027
In a joint meeting on Wednesday (May 21), the Agriculture and Rural Affairs Committee and the Environment and Climate Change Committee...
Clarke Kelly
May 22, 20254 min read


Heroes Among Us: City Honours 19 Residents for Life-Saving Actions
Last week, on Wednesday, May 14, the Ottawa Paramedic Service honoured the heroic, life-saving actions taken by nineteen members of the...

Ward 5 Staff
May 20, 20253 min read


Councillor Kelly's Statement on the Passing of Former West Carleton Township Mayor Dwight Eastman
Former West Carleton Township Mayor and City Councillor Dwight Eastman It is with a heavy heart that I inform the residents of West...

Ward 5 Staff
May 16, 20252 min read
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