Normand Park
Normand Park

Update: Snow/Ice Removal on Sidewalks and Pathways
UPDATE: This has been a long drawn out process, here is the latest update (Dec 2019) As per my motion in March 2016 (Item #24) to improve snow and ice removal on sidewalks and pathways - a report was finally produced almost two years later - in May 2018 (Item # 7)...

Leading-Edge Fitness Facility Coming To Bridgwater
Without a doubt this is one of the most exciting projects I’ve been working on this year! its been almost impossible to keep the details ‘under wraps’ because this is such an exciting project! But now, I can share details about the new Altea Fitness Facility! I know...

Best Transit Service in Entire City – Coming To South Winnipeg – Spring 2020
Citizens of Winnipeg are investing $500 Million into the Southwest Transitway with the expectation that the new Transitway will: dramatically improve the quality and attractiveness of public transportation in Southwest Winnipeg by improving speed, reliability, comfort...

Update: Recreation Campus In South Winnipeg
The site of the new recreation campus is currently a big open field. No roads, no water, no sewer, no lights, no drainage – just a big field of prairie grasses! While it is a rare gift to be able to plan a new recreation campus on an open field with few space...

St Norbert Bypass On South Perimeter – Information Sessions
This is the latest News Release from the Government of Manitoba's website. I encourage you to attend one of these open houses for a chance to provide your input. I will be at the St Norbert Community Centre (2340 Pembina Hwy) info session the entire time on Thursday,...

Clarifying Who Mows City Boulevards
(Original post date June 8, 2018) In new developments, homeowners can find it confusing to understand who is responsible for mowing the grass on boulevards. Grass should NOT BE HIGHER than 6 inches. A boulevard is the public space between the homeowners house and the...

My June, 2018 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read June,...

YOUR INPUT on the Development Application Notification Process
The City is looking at ways to improve public NOTIFICATION of land development so processes are as open and transparent as possible. Often, small yellow signs are posted indicating there is a development application. Sometimes depending on the side of lot or...

June 13th OPEN HOUSE – YOUR Recreation and Park Priorities
In Southwest Winnipeg, we know there is a recreation deficit and lack of maintenance for our parks and greenspaces due to rapid growth, and a lack of proper planning for new developments. The City of Winnipeg needs to hear from you! I ENCOURAGE you to attend the June...

UPDATE – Safety Improvements on South Perimeter Highway
(Photo credit: Joe Bryksa - Winnipeg Free Press) See Display Boards presented at the Open Houses Proposed Closures / Changes to the South Perimeter Highway If you have questions or concerns, please contact: Brett Wareham, Director of Regional Operations Eastern...

South Winnipeg St Norbert Ward Is Splitting In Two
Thank you to the Sou’wester for covering this very significant change in South Winnipeg. It’s been a challenging four years handling the population growth and trying to respond to and represent citizens in the South Winnipeg –St. Norbert ward. It will be bitter sweet...

My April, 2018 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read April,...

Public Invited to Provide Input on City Wide Recreation & Parks Strategies
The City of Winnipeg is undergoing a City Wide review of recreation and parks infrastructure. I encourage you to fill out the survey and attend upcoming open houses. PLEASE NOTE: South West Winnipeg residents, when you are filling out the survey and are asked where...

Improving Transit in South Winnipeg
By spring of 2020, the Southwest Transitway is projected to be completed and in operation! For the next year and a half, Transit’s route planners will be reviewing CHANGES to existing transit routes in South Winnipeg. Shorter routes will ‘feed into’ the corridor,...

2018 Construction of Sidewalks, Bike Paths, Studies & More In South Winnipeg – St Norbert Ward
Winnipeg’s 2018 Active Transportation Action Plan was presented during the 2018 budget process. The Action Plan provides a detailed overview of projects for the 2018 construction season, as well as projects proposed for 2019, 2020, and beyond. The plan is developed...

Proposed Normand Ave Area Development
Thank you for your emails regarding the proposed development along Normand Avenue. I have been informed by the City Planners that a development application has been made for this project. Once a formal application is made to the City, I am not able to speak to the...

My March, 2018 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read March,...

2018 Road Construction in South Winnipeg- St Norbert Ward
Evaluating Winnipeg’s Streets for Repair Work Our City streets are evaluated by the Winnipeg Public Works Department using a street rating system as follows: New, Good, Fair and Poor: Typically, anything rated as Poor is automatically scheduled as a rehabilitation or...

Dividing South Winnipeg-St. Norbert into 2 New Wards
The South Winnipeg–St. Norbert ward is essentially being divided into two wards due to tremendous population growth. Many of you know I’ve been struggling to keep up with e-mails and phone call responses to all constituents since being elected in 2014. Dividing the...

Open House – Normand Avenue Development
A redevelopment project is being proposed for 1982-1986 St. Mary's Rd at Normand Avenue, and the development group is holding an Open House for the community. I will be attending this open house and encourage all to attend.

My December, 2017 Newsletter
I’ve just prepared a comprehensive E-newsletter, highlighting interesting topics and current issues at City Hall, as well as upcoming meetings and events in the South Winnipeg-St. Norbert ward. It's your opportunity to stay informed on what's happening! Read December,...

Opening of Henteleff Park Interpretive Centre
Located along the banks of the Red River and Normand Creek in south St. Vital, Henteleff Park continues to pay tribute to the area’s rich history with the official opening of its new Interpretive Centre on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at 1:00 pm. Please join me at this...

Henteleff Park – Annual Spring Tree Planting
Our annual tree planting event will be held the second weekend of June. Bring your shovels, gloves, smiles, friends and family and help plant some trees and shrubs! Refreshments and snacks served. DATE: Saturday, June 11, 2016 TIME: 10 a.m. to 12 noon PLACE: ...