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Ward 13 Newsletter items:

 
  1. A note from the Councillor
  2. Town Hall
  3. Health and Homelessness Summit: Whole of Community System Response Plan
  4. Encampment Strategy: service Depots
  5. The City of London’s 2023-2027 Strategic Plan
  6. Status: Comprehensive Review of The London Plan
  7. Planning Applications
  8. Dundas Place – Temporary Traffic Restrictions
  9. Outdoor Aquatics Opportunities
  10. Outdoor Movie Nights 
  11. Infrastructure Projects 2023 – Ward 13
  12. Rapid Transit Construction Updates 
  13. Downtown Loop Phase 2 Construction
  14. East London Link Phase 2 Construction
  15. Downtown Loop Phase 3 Construction
  16. Central Avenue Cycling & Resurfacing Improvements 
  17. Upcoming events in July
  18. Government Representative Contact Info

A note from the Councillor

A note from the Councillor

Hello residents of Ward 13

July is here and music is in the air. I love the sound and excitement of the summer music festivals that make our downtown come alive. From Sunfest, to Rock the Park, to the Home County Music and Art Festival, there’s something for every musical taste. And when you add in the South Asian Cultural Festival at the Covent Garden Market, and Pride London Fest, you’ve got a fantastic month of fun waiting for you. 

Hope to see you there!”

Please visit my website www.davidferreira.ca for newsletters, ward meetings, current city initiatives and other resources.
  
Regards,
David Ferreira
Councillor Ward 13, London Ontario

Town Hall

Thank you to everyone who was able to make it to the town hall. Our discussion sparked productive discussions on crucial topics, including hub and supportive housing progress for the whole community system response, green bins, and municipal bylaw enforcement.

Health and Homelessness Summit: Whole of Community System Response Plan

Whole of Community System Response

Encampment Strategy: Service Depots
 
Service depots have been implemented as part of the initial phase of the encampment strategy in response to rapidly deteriorating conditions on the ground. These mobile service depots aim to improve community safety in the neighborhood and provide essential resources to individuals experiencing homelessness. They offer portable toilets, sanitation facilities, drinking water, food, social support, fire prevention, and garbage collection.
It is crucial to understand that these service depots are mobile in nature and operate in the area for approximately 90 minutes each day before being packed up and relocated. The only permanent fixture at the site is a daily serviced port-o-potty. The allocated funding for these depots is expected to sustain the services for a period ranging from 30 to 90 days.
The placement of these service depots is primarily determined based on the existing encampments in the area. This approach is a direct response to the feedback received from outreach workers, neighbours, and individuals experiencing homelessness in the area. The aim is to address the concerns of all parties involved while simultaneously working on our implementation of the whole-of-community response system. The absence of these services could potentially exacerbate the situation for everyone affected.
Our ultimate goal is to significantly reduce homelessness in London and foster a community where safe housing and necessary support are accessible
Video 1: Service Depots
Video 2: Service Depots
The City of London’s 2023-2027 Strategic Plan
View the View the 2023-2027 Strategic Plan
Status: Comprehensive Review of The London Plan

The City of London is undertaking a Comprehensive Review of The London Plan, which will include a land need review and a policy review of The London Plan.

  • To conform with Provincial Plans
  • To ensure London has designated sufficient land to accommodate the long-term growth of the city
  • To ensure London has policies that implement the Key Directions and Vision of The London Plan.
The London Plan: Comprehensive Review
Planning Applications
File: Z-9561
 
Application type: Notice of Planning Application and Zoning By-Law Amendment re:

Location: 200 Albert St.
File No.: Z-9561
Applicant: 200 Albert London Incorporated

For inquiries, please contact: Nancy Pasato, Planning & Development at npasato@london.ca
File: Z-9561 (200 Albert St.)
File: Z-9598
 
Application type: Notice of Planning Application and Zoning By-Law Amendment re:

Location: 221 Queens Ave.
File No.: Z-9598
Applicant: Sifton Properties Limited.

For inquiries, please contact: Brent House, Planning & Development at bhouse@london.ca
File: Z-9598 (221 Queens Ave.)
File: Z-9607
 
Application type: Notice of Planning Application and Zoning By-Law Amendment re:

Location: 599-601 Richmond St. 
File No.: Z-9607
Applicant: Westdell Development Corporation 

For inquiries, please contact: Nancy Pasato, Planning & Development at npasato@london.ca
File: Z-9607 (599-601 Richmond St.)
File: Z-9616
 
Application type: Notice of Planning Application and Zoning By-Law Amendment re:

Location: 323 Horton Rd. E. 
File No.: Z-9616
Applicant: Zelinka Priamo Ltd. 

For inquiries, please contact: Alanna Riley, Planning & Development at ariley@london.ca
File: Z-9616 (323 Horton Rd. E.)
File: Z-9622
 
Application type: Notice of Planning Application and Zoning By-Law Amendment re:

Location: 50 King St. & 399 Ridout St. N.  
File No.: Z-9622
Applicant: 50 King Street London Ltd (c/o York Developments)

For inquiries, please contact: Sonia Wise, Planning & Development at swise@london.ca
File: Z-9622 (50 King St. & 399 Ridout St. N.
Dundas Place – Temporary Traffic Restrictions 
Temporary traffic restrictions begin at Dundas Place to support cyclists, pedestrians, and patios during core construction   
Dundas Place - Restrictions
Outdoor Aquatics Opportunities
The City of London’s outdoor pools officially open for the summer on Saturday, July 1, weather permitting.
Details - outdoor pools and wading pools
Starting Monday, July 3, the City will provide free bus rides from Tecumseh Public School and Municipal Lot 12 to South London Community Pool for recreational swim sessions on Mondays and Fridays from 1 to 3 p.m. These bus rides will continue throughout the entire summer. Free recreation swim passes provide those who would use Thames pool available. Click link for details. 
Thames Pool Closure - Aquatics Opportunities
Outdoor Movie Nights
Outdoor movie nights return in 2023! The City of London is excited to announce its 2023 season of free movie screenings in neighbourhood parks. From June 16 to September 23, enjoy family-favourite films at dusk. Bring your snacks, chairs, and blankets for a night under the stars. Check the full schedule at london.ca/outdoormovies.
Schedule - Outdoor Movie Nights
Infrastructure Projects 2023 – Ward 13
Rapid Transit Construction Update
Wellington Street (Wellington Gateway Phase 1 and Downtown Loop Phase 3)

Temporary traffic signals have been activated at the Wellington Street and York
Street intersection. Thank you for your patience during the recent overnight closure
on Wellington Street between King and Horton Streets, which was required for the
temporary traffic signals work.

Work completed:
  • Completed removals of topsoil from the east boulevard between South Street and Grey Street
  • Completed test pit investigation along Wellington Street to determine if sub- drains are required for the centre island
  • Continued excavation of the east side of Wellington Street, required to widen and build the new roadway from South Street to Simcoe Street
  • Removed and replaced existing sanitary manhole located on the east side of Wellington Street
  • Started installation of new sanitary sewer from new sanitary manhole
Traffic update:

Traffic has been flipped between York Street and King Street to channel drivers
through this area using the east side lanes of Wellington Street, while crews work
on the west side for the next few months.

Work ahead:

Wellington Gateway Phase 1
  • Install sanitary sewer near Thames and South Streets
  • Installation of new curb
  • Install new underground hydro infrastructure
Downtown Loop Phase 3
  • Place traffic control along the west side of Wellington Street between York and King Streets
  • Begin asphalt and concrete removals in the King to York block
  • Continue traffic signal work
Downtown Loop Phase 2 (Queens Avenue and Ridout Street)

Most of the new sidewalks have been placed on Ridout Street North from King
Street to Fullarton Street.

The traffic lights at the King, Ridout and Dundas intersections have been switched from the temporary poles to the permanent infrastructure.

Over the next two weeks, crews will complete pouring concrete in some areas
along this section of Ridout Street North. 

Work completed:
  • Completed removals on the north lane of Queens Avenue between Richmond Street and Talbot Street
  • Installed permanent street lights on Ridout Street North from King Street to Queens Avenue
  • Poured concrete for new bus platform
  • Completed traffic signal switch from temporary poles to permanent infrastructure
  • Replaced Hydro duct infrastructure near the Queens and Richmond intersection
  • Placed curb, and utilities and street light conduit on the north side of Queens between Clarence and Richmond Streets
Work ahead:

Crews are scheduled to complete the installation of the sidewalk on Ridout Street North and Queens Avenue (west of Talbot), as well as completing the switch over of street lights and traffic signals.

Road subgrade and granulars will be placed on Queens Avenue between Clarence Street and Wellington Street, and installation of the Beaver wall will be begin.
Downtown Loop Phase 2 Construction
For inquiries, please contact: Downtown Loop Project Team – City of London at downtownloop@london.ca
Construction: Downtown Loop Phase 2
East London Link Phase 2 Construction
For inquiries, please contact: East London Link Project Team – City of London at eastlondonlink@london.ca
Construction: East London Link Phase 2
Downtown Loop Phase 3 Construction
For inquiries, please contact: East London Link Project Team – City of London at eastlondonlink@london.ca
Construction: Downtown Loop Phase 3
CENTRAL AVENUE CYCLING & RESURFACING IMPROVEMENTS

CENTRAL AVENUE CYCLING & RESURFACING IMPROVEMENTS

For inquiries, please contact: Daniel Hall, P.Eng, Program Manager, Active Transportation – Transportation Planning & Design – City of London at dhall@london.ca

CENTRAL AVENUE CYCLING & RESURFACING IMPROVEMENTS
Upcoming Events in July
Government Representative Contact Info
All levels of government are here to assist, please reach out to us at:

To connect with me as your City Councillor:

Councillor – Ward 13, City of London
MPP – London-North Centre:
MPP – London-Fanshawe:
MP – London North Centre:
MP – London-Fanshawe:
Thames Valley District School Board Trustees – Ward 13:
London District Catholic School Board Trustee – Ward 13:
For up to date info on COVID-19 please visit:
Middlesex-London Health Unit https://www.healthunit.com/
City of London www.london.ca
Public Health Ontario https://www.publichealthontario.ca
Government of Ontario https://www.ontario.ca
Government of Canada https://www.canada.ca
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