Better Ottawa The Mayor Comes Out Swinging on Lansdowne
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Oct 24, 2025 The discussion dives into Lansdowne 2.0, exploring whether it's a thrilling vision or a potential misstep. Key insights emerge from the Mayor's unconventional press conference, raising eyebrows about timing and transparency. The hosts question the financial risks for taxpayers and reveal lesser-known details from the report, including tax implications and construction contracts. Concerns arise over stadium utilization and the viability of future events. As they dissect revenue projections and design trade-offs, they emphasize the need for community engagement and oversight.
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Show Up And Ask Questions
- Attend the Lansdowne 2.0 People’s Forum on Nov 3 to ask questions and hear speakers like Councillor Sean Menard.
- Join in person if possible because it’s easier to ask questions and influence the discussion.
Big Project: Vibe Over Numbers
- Lansdowne 2.0 is partly a 'vibe' play: a city wanting to do something big and visible.
- That emotional appeal can outweigh sober cost-risk analysis for many councillors.
Two Competing Public Vibes
- There are two competing public vibes: excitement for a major project and deep skepticism about a perceived boondoggle.
- The city's own communications and complexity of the report amplified public distrust.