This morning, in keeping with my past practice, I’ve written to the candidates for the four major parties in Ottawa Centre to pose some Kitchissippi-specific questions. I’ve asked them to provide me with their replies by April 23, and I’ll publish those in my social media channels and weekly newsletter shortly thereafter. These have been sent to Paul D’Orsonnes (Conservative), Joel Harden (NDP), Yasir Naqvi (Liberal) and Amanda Rosenstock (Green)
The Central Experimental Farm is a jewel in the heart of Ottawa, on the border with Kitchissippi. How do you envision its future, and what actions will you take to protect that future?
Kitchissippi ward is quickly gentrifying and housing in our ward is financially out of reach to many. What actions will you take to address this so that our neighbourhoods are an option for everyone?
Our ward is becoming rapidly congested with vehicle traffic for which the only sustainable solution is public and active transit, including better bus service to supplement LRT with convenient connections. How will you advocate to facilitate improvements to public transit in Kitchissippi?
250 Lanark is a prime development opportunity yet there seems to be little progress towards achieving its potential. What future do you envision for the 250 Lanark parcel and how will you advocate to achieve that?
Significant intensification in Kitchissippi is driving the need for infrastructure. Traditionally this is funded with development charges where related to growth, but federal parties have all suggested to one degree or another that funding for cities may hinge on much-reduced development charges. What is your preferred approach to funding needed infrastructure in Kitchissippi?
Is there anything you’d like to say that speaks to the unique concerns of Kitchissippi residents that you’ve heard in the campaign so far?