Cathy Curry
"We have increased the budget and narrowed our focus on climate resiliency. I am supportive of both of these things. Given the recent flooding in Beaverbrook, it is even more important now that we don't build on our storm water management lands that are the 40% agreement lands. This decision to keep this greenspace in such a rocky landscape was very important. The amount of water already low-lying in Kanata North makes the risk of flooding significant when we alter drainage at all. Also, we need to make sure there is money in the budget to harden even more infrastructure and ensure our Emergency Management Plan continues to be reviewed frequently."
James Murchison
"I don't think there's much the municipal government can do about wildfire smoke, but I'm open to hearing any suggestions.
As for flooding, we need to invest in our aging and underbuilt storm water infrastructure. The city has repeatedly deferred renewal in our underground infrastructure. We also need to look into other methods of managing stormwater like permeable surfaces, daylighting buried creeks, bioswales, etc.
For extreme heat, we need to plant more trees. We need to reduce the number of surface parking lots, narrow roadways. We need to keep outdoor pools open longer. "
Rob Millan
"For Kanata North, flooding and stormwater resilience are a major priority. I support an independent review of flood risks, updated rainfall and design assumptions, and capital planning for major storm events where the risk justifies it.
The City should also use tree canopy, cooling and clean-air spaces, and emergency planning to manage heat, smoke and severe weather. Resilience spending should be prioritized by risk and lifecycle cost."