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Sep 28, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ottawa Police Service Board Minutes
The board convened to conduct an in-camera session covering several critical topics. These included a consent agenda, an update on demonstration and event management, and various operational and labour relations matters. Additionally, the board reviewed requests for temporary assistance, addressed specific legal matters, received a second-quarter legal services status report, and discussed the status of ongoing and outstanding matters.
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The council meeting addressed a wide range of municipal and regional issues. Key topics included heritage designations and permit approvals for several properties, the official renaming of Trump Avenue, and a commitment to endorse a national plan aimed at reducing and ending homelessness. Financial motions were passed concerning temporary financing for the Ottawa Community Housing Corporation and disaster recovery assistance applications related to July 2026 flood events. Additionally, the council discussed community concerns regarding special event road closures, considered zoning and by-law amendments, and initiated inquiries into the regulation of e-scooters on city pathways and the permitting processes for large-scale cycling events.
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ottawa City Council Minutes
The Council reviewed and adopted reports from the Agriculture and Rural Affairs, Finance and Corporate Services, Planning and Housing, and Public Works and Infrastructure Committees. Key actions included approving various zoning by-law amendments and site-specific developments, such as high-rise mixed-use projects and recreational facilities. The Council supported Bill S-246, the Wartime Service Recognition Act, and established a new Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force. Furthermore, the Council passed motions regarding the federal consultation process for the Eastern Bridge Project, initiatives for post-flood residential resilience, and a matching donation program for the Canadian Red Cross flood appeal. Notices of motion were introduced concerning the renaming of Trump Avenue, a national plan to end homelessness, and temporary financing for the Ottawa Community Housing Corporation.
Sep 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Ottawa Public Library Board Minutes
The board meeting included several key actions and discussions. Notable items included the appointment of a Vice-Chair pro tem and the reception of reports from the Acting Chair and the CEO/Chief Librarian. The board approved a five-year lease extension for the Elmvale Acres branch and authorized procurement contracts for checkout units and web catalogue services. Financial items discussed involved the second quarter status report, 2027 user fee increases, and the 2025 financial statements. Additionally, the board received updates on fund development, the IFLA World Library and Information Congress, labour relations, and conducted a mid-year review of the CEO and Chief Librarian.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
