Cumberland Councillor Stephen Blais is pleased to announce that the City of Ottawa will conduct urgent repairs to fix the horrible condition of HWY 174 between Montreal Road and “the split”.

“For too long the lack of proper funding has allowed HWY 174 to deteriorate,” says Councillor Blais. "Taxpayers deserve value for the hard-earned money they send to city hall."

Repairs will begin this summer and will include fixing more then 200 joints with full depth asphalt plugs and a full resurfacing between “the split” and Montreal Road. This work will take place in the evening and on weekends in a manner to minimize traffic impacts.

Cumberland – Earlier today, Councillor Blais broke ground on a new park to be located at 1885 Celeste Way. This 0.24 hectare site, geared to young children, has a ‘Design with Nature’ theme and will incorporate development of a small seasonal wetland nearby to support the area eco-system.

“Parks are important to our families and neighbourhoods,” says Councillor Blais. “Since taking office, I have made the timely construction of new parks a top priority.”

Cumberland Councilor Stephen Blais is pleased to announce that the City will be moving forward with developing HWY 174 as an intelligent traffic system corridor between Trim Road and the “the split”.

“This is great news for Orléans and Cumberland residents,” says Blais.  “This new technology will allow us to monitor traffic conditions and provide residents timely information on congestion and potential alternative routes.”