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As for Heatherington and Vanier South (which includes Overbrook), the neighbourhood revitalization strategies contain action plans that highlight both “quick wins” and longer-term goals.

It’s vital, according to the reports, that the plans contain “achievable actions” and be developed with realistic goals based on assets and opportunities identified through consultation with the community.

Some ideas are fairly straightforward and wouldn’t cost much to implement, while others would require partnerships and significant financial resources.

Pending committee and council approval, a total of $200,000 in one-time funding would be spent on implementing some action items in 2018.

Heatherington

Part of the focus for this south Ottawa neighbourhood is 1770 Heatherington Rd., a 3.2-hectare site owned by the city, which many see as a great opportunity for redevelopment.

The land — and its potential — is actually what compelled Gloucester-Southgate Coun. Diane Deans to lobby for the revitalized neighbourhoods program in the first place.

Most people who participated in the community consultation would like to see it become a multi-purpose hub that would offer a range of services, including a medical clinic, cultural and recreational activities, affordable housing, community garden and training centre for job readiness.

Some of the infrastructure priorities include: improving Heatherington Road by adding new sidewalks, additional trees and reviewing on-street parking; fixing up Heatherington and Fairlea parks and establishing new parkland sites; and upgrading basketball courts.