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Upcoming public meeting on the future KNRC
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Work on the Kanata North Recreation Complex (KNRC) plans is progressing and will be available for public viewing and comments at a meeting on March 11. The public...
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Councillor sets record straight on OC Transpo garage
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - There has been a great deal of misunderstanding concerning the bus garage that is presently under construction. A Citizen editorial entitled 'The bumpy bus ride'...
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Ward council next Monday to feature many updates
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Everyone is welcome to attend the monthly Ward Council meeting to find out what is happening in our community, to provide input into civic issues, and to put forward...
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Retiring Kanata colleague a true force in community
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Last week, Kanata South councillor Peggy Feltmate notified me that she would not be seeking re-election this fall. Peggy has been a very hard working, compassionate...
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Council approves city budget with new process
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - As indicated last week, I supported funding for Crime Prevention Ottawa, restoration of funding for bus routes, and a U-pass for post-secondary students (with...
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City budget the key focus this week
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Budget meetings were held this week. I will be supporting funding for Crime Prevention Ottawa, the U-pass for post-secondary students, and putting funding back...
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City council votes to move transit plan forward
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Council, on a 19 - 4 vote, has approved moving forward on the Recommended Plan for the Downtown Ottawa Transit Tunnel (DOTT) Planning and Environmental Assessment...
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Ward council meeting goes Jan. 18
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - The first ward council meeting of 2010 will be on Jan. 18 at 7 p.m. in the program room at the Kanata Seniors Centre, which is located at the west end of the Mlacak...
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Ensure safety for pedestrians when driving in winter
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - At this time of year, it gets dark early, meaning snow and ice make walking more difficult. I'm concerned to have heard from residents attempting to cross a street...
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Councillor reflects on a challenging, yet positive, year
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Although 2009 was in many ways a difficult year on council, as it draws to a close, I can reflect on the positive areas where progress was made and look forward...
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Councillor reflects on a challenging, yet positive, year
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Although 2009 was in many ways a difficult year on council, as it draws to a close, I can reflect on the positive areas where progress was made and look forward...
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Councillor sends thanks for a wonderful celebration
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - On the first Monday in December in 1969, I won my first municipal election as councillor in the Township of March. On the first Monday in December in 2009, another...
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Meeting to be held on Kanata North Recreation Complex, Dec. 16
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - On Wednesday, Dec. 16, at the Earl of March High School, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m., there will be a public open house and discussion on the Recreation Complex that...
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My first election is to be celebrated on Monday
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - On the first Monday in December in 1969, I was elected as councillor in the Township of March. Kanata was then a small part of the Township. Campeau Corporation...
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Christmas season means helping those in our community
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - At this time of the year, there are many parties and celebrations. However, it is also a time when we should consider those who don't have the means to provide...
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Ward council on Monday to feature update on Terry Fox Drive plans
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - The November Ward Council meeting will be held on Monday, Nov. 23 at 7 p.m. in the Program Room of the Kanata Senior's Centre in the Mlacak Centre, (2500 Campeau...
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City successful in taking steps to ensure all are vaccinated
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - Ottawa has now vaccinated more members of the public than any other city, and most high-risk persons have now been able to get the vaccine. The greatest concern...
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Reported cases of H1N1 flu widespread in Kanata
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - The flu is now prevalent in Kanata. Most cases remain mild (although all flu makes you pretty sick) but it is important to stay vigilant as serious side effects...
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Watch out for the ghosts and goblins on Halloween
By Marianne WilkinsonEMC News - This Saturday is Halloween, so keep a close watch out for those ghosts and goblins and drive particularly slowly and carefully. Then don't forget to change your...
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This month's upcoming ward council set to discuss Lansdowne Park, budget and flu
By Marianne WilkinsonThis month's ward council meeting will include time to discuss a number of important issues that will be dealt with by city council over the next few months. These include...
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