By Derek Puddicombe, Sun Media

The latest bridge proposed to span the Rideau River has reached a milestone. Last week, Parks Canada gave a strong endorsement to the location and design of the Strandherd-Armstrong bridge that will link the communities of Barrhaven and Riverside South by 2013.

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The City of Ottawa has recently planted 20 trees at École élémentaire Bernard-Grandmaître in Riverside South. Councillor Desroches toured the tree planting project with principal Gaëtan Bélanger earlier this week.

“The City of Ottawa is a proud partner and these trees will help further green Riverside South,” said Gloucester-South Nepean Councillor Steve Desroches.

The final concept plans for 2 new parks in Riverside South are now ready. The first park will be located at 5058 North Bluff Drive and the other park will be located at Riversedge Crescent.

Residents are encouraged to participate in public consultations for both parks by sending comments and feedback to the office of Councillor Steve Desroches before June 30th, 2009.  Click below for PDF copies of the two concept plans:

Last week, residents launched the new accessible swing at Mountain Meadows Park in Riverside South.

In the photo from left to right: Chair of the City’s Accessibility Committee Barry McMahon, Councillor Steve Desroches, Kellen Schleyer enjoying the new swing with mom Kelli Tonner and Dad Kevin Schleyer.

Rideauview Community Centre and Fred G. Barrett Arena are offering many new and exciting Summer Camps for the 2009 season along with many of the traditional favourites. Click here to view the complete listing of programs.

For more information contact Tara O'Reilly at 613-822-7887 or via email at tara.oreilly@ottawa.ca.