Jenna Jessop

Jenna Jessop would consider Increased federal infrastructure funding; Increased provincial infrastructure funding

• Increased federal infrastructure funding
• Increased provincial infrastructure funding
• Development charges for growth-related infrastructure
• Reallocation from other City programs
• Dedicated infrastructure levy
• Public-private partnerships where appropriate
• Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure

“• Increased federal infrastructure funding • Increased provincial infrastructure funding • Development charges for growth-related infrastructure • Reallocation from other City programs • Dedicated infrastructure levy • Public-private partnerships where appropriate • Municipal debt for long-lived infrastructure”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jessop would push reliable local transit in Orleans, LRT disruption contingency plans, and public reporting on cancellations and crowding.

• Would push for more reliable and frequent local service, better connections within Orleans, and protection for important neighbourhood routes
• Wants stronger contingency plans for when the LRT is disrupted
• Wants better public reporting on cancellations, missed trips and crowding so residents can see how the system performs

“I would push for more reliable and frequent local service, better connections within Orleans, protection for important neighbourhood routes, and stronger contingency plans when the LRT is disrupted. I also want better public reporting on cancellations, missed trips and crowding so residents can see clearly how the system is performing.”

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Source: Orleans West-Innes Ward candidate Jenna Jessop answers our election questions (ottown) · October 20, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: Before Ottawa commits significant municipal funding to Stage 3

• Before Ottawa commits significant municipal funding to Stage 3 LRT, I believe we need to focus on making our existing transit system reliable and completing…
• That means improving bus reliability and frequency, addressing overcrowding and missed service, and ensuring the LRT system we have delivers dependable service.
• Stage 3 may be an important future investment, but I would want to see a clear business case, sustainable funding from senior levels of government and…

“Before Ottawa commits significant municipal funding to Stage 3 LRT, I believe we need to focus on making our existing transit system reliable and completing the current LRT expansion successfully. That means improving bus reliability and frequency, addressing overcrowding and missed service, and ensuring the LRT system we have delivers dependable service. Stage 3 may be an important future investment, but I would want to see a clear business case, sustainable funding from senior levels of government and confidence in our existing system before taking on another major rail expansion.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names Other; Further technical, financial or public consultation work; Appropriate federal and provincial funding; An acceptable Ottawa alignment as important conditions for supporting the tram.

• Other
• Further technical, financial or public consultation work
• Appropriate federal and provincial funding
• An acceptable Ottawa alignment

“• Other • Further technical, financial or public consultation work • Appropriate federal and provincial funding • An acceptable Ottawa alignment”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names “Reliable public transit and transit-priority infrastructure, with a focus on improving service reliability

• Reliable public transit and transit-priority infrastructure, with a focus on improving service reliability, capacity and connectivity.

“Reliable public transit and transit-priority infrastructure, with a focus on improving service reliability, capacity and connectivity.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new

• Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion

“Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names Other; Further technical, financial or public consultation work; Appropriate federal and provincial funding

• Other
• Further technical, financial or public consultation work
• Appropriate federal and provincial funding
• An acceptable Ottawa alignment

“• Other • Further technical, financial or public consultation work • Appropriate federal and provincial funding • An acceptable Ottawa alignment”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop supports the proposed STO Gatineau–Ottawa tram extending from western Gatineau into downtown Ottawa.

• Support

“Support”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop assigns unsure to the Baseline BRT corridor across the Baseline–Heron corridor.

• Unsure

“Unsure”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names “Reliable public transit and transit-priority infrastructure, with a focus on improving service reliability, capacity and connectivity.” as their first infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.

• Reliable public transit and transit-priority infrastructure, with a focus on improving service reliability, capacity and connectivity.

“Reliable public transit and transit-priority infrastructure, with a focus on improving service reliability, capacity and connectivity.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would defer, reconsider or not pursue as a first initiative: “Before Ottawa commits significant municipal funding to Stage 3 LRT, I believe we need to focus on making our existing transit system reliable and completing the current LRT expansion successfully. That…

• Before Ottawa commits significant municipal funding to Stage 3 LRT, I believe we need to focus on making our existing transit system reliable and completing…
• That means improving bus reliability and frequency, addressing overcrowding and missed service, and ensuring the LRT system we have delivers dependable service.
• Stage 3 may be an important future investment, but I would want to see a clear business case, sustainable funding from senior levels of government and…

“Before Ottawa commits significant municipal funding to Stage 3 LRT, I believe we need to focus on making our existing transit system reliable and completing the current LRT expansion successfully. That means improving bus reliability and frequency, addressing overcrowding and missed service, and ensuring the LRT system we have delivers dependable service. Stage 3 may be an important future investment, but I would want to see a clear business case, sustainable funding from senior levels of government and confidence in our existing system before taking on another major rail expansion.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would prioritize improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion if Ottawa receives significant new transit funding.

• Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion

“Improving OC Transpo frequency and reliability before major expansion”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jessop would make mapping Ward 2's urgent traffic safety concerns - speeding, unsafe crossings - a first-year priority.

• First-year priority: identify the most urgent traffic safety concerns across Ward 2 and push them forward
• Heard repeatedly about speeding, unsafe crossings and locations residents have raised for years
• Wants a clear list: what can be fixed quickly vs what needs longer-term investment

“One of my first priorities would be identifying the most urgent traffic safety concerns across Ward 2 and pushing to move them forward. I've heard repeatedly about speeding, unsafe crossings and locations residents have been raising for years.”

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Source: Orleans West-Innes Ward candidate Jenna Jessop answers our election questions (ottown) · October 20, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop: Neutral / case by case

• Neutral / case by case

“Neutral / case by case”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop ranked “Transit — bus / BRT” as the transportation mode most deserving additional public investment.

• Transit — bus / BRT
• Transit — rail
• Cycling

“1. Transit — bus / BRT 2. Transit — rail 3. Cycling 4. Vehicular / road infrastructure 5. Pedestrian 6. Truck / goods movement”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would study a ring road or bypass only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government.

• Yes, but only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government

“Yes, but only jointly with the Province of Ontario and federal government”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop ranked “Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit” as their #1 infrastructure investment priority.

• Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit
• Public transit — rail
• Renewal of existing roads and bridges

“1. Public transit — buses and Bus Rapid Transit 2. Public transit — rail 3. Renewal of existing roads and bridges 4. Flood prevention, stormwater and sewer infrastructure 5. Pedestrian infrastructure and sidewalks 6. Cycling infrastructure 7. Truck and goods movement infrastructure 8. New or expanded roads”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop selected Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures; Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions as Ottawa's position on Highway 417 investment.

• Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures
• Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions

“• Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop's infrastructure vision: “My vision is an Ottawa that takes care of the infrastructure we already have while planning responsibly for the city we are becoming. That means addressing aging roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure before deterioration makes…

• My vision is an Ottawa that takes care of the infrastructure we already have while planning responsibly for the city we are becoming.
• That means addressing aging roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure before deterioration makes repairs more costly, while investing in reliable public…
• Growth must also come with the infrastructure needed to support it, with costs fairly allocated and transportation, water, sewer and community needs…

“My vision is an Ottawa that takes care of the infrastructure we already have while planning responsibly for the city we are becoming. That means addressing aging roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure before deterioration makes repairs more costly, while investing in reliable public transit, safer walking and cycling connections, and infrastructure that is resilient to increasingly severe weather. Growth must also come with the infrastructure needed to support it, with costs fairly allocated and transportation, water, sewer and community needs considered early in the planning process. I want infrastructure decisions to be based on condition, risk, demonstrated need and long-term value for taxpayers. Just as importantly, residents should understand what is being prioritized, why, and when they can expect to see improvements in their communities.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names “Renewal and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including roads, bridges

• Renewal and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure.

“Renewal and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop: Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion

• Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.

“Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop supports increasing Ottawa's road resurfacing and road renewal budget during the next term of Council.

• Support

“Support”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop named Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Cycling network investment

• Road resurfacing and renewal
• Other BRT and transit priority corridors
• Cycling network investment
• Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
• Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation

“• Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Cycling network investment • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop commented: “My transportation priority is giving residents reliable, practical choices for getting around.

• My transportation priority is giving residents reliable, practical choices for getting around.
• That starts with rebuilding confidence in public transit through more reliable and frequent local bus service, better connections within Orléans, and greater…
• I also support safer, better-connected walking and cycling infrastructure, including closing gaps where routes suddenly end or put users in unsafe situations.

“My transportation priority is giving residents reliable, practical choices for getting around. That starts with rebuilding confidence in public transit through more reliable and frequent local bus service, better connections within Orléans, and greater accountability for service performance. I also support safer, better-connected walking and cycling infrastructure, including closing gaps where routes suddenly end or put users in unsafe situations. As our city grows, transportation planning must happen alongside development, not after it. I will also advocate for maintaining our roads and existing infrastructure before deterioration makes repairs more costly.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop supports a Kettle Island interprovincial bridge subject to conditions.

• Support subject to conditions

“Support subject to conditions”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop: additional road-renewal funding should be directed principally to allocation based principally on road condition and risk.

• Allocation based principally on road condition and risk

“Allocation based principally on road condition and risk”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop says the City should require or evaluate Reduced traffic impacts on eastern Ottawa communities; Improved regional movement of people and goods for a new interprovincial crossing.

• Reduced traffic impacts on eastern Ottawa communities
• Improved regional movement of people and goods

“• Reduced traffic impacts on eastern Ottawa communities • Improved regional movement of people and goods”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop selected Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures

• Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures
• Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions

“• Advocate for accelerated rehabilitation of aging pavement, bridges and structures • Coordinate provincial construction schedules to reduce simultaneous traffic disruptions”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop's infrastructure vision: My vision is an Ottawa that takes care of the infrastructure we already have while planning

• My vision is an Ottawa that takes care of the infrastructure we already have while planning responsibly for the city we are becoming.
• That means addressing aging roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure before deterioration makes repairs more costly, while investing in reliable public…
• Growth must also come with the infrastructure needed to support it, with costs fairly allocated and transportation, water, sewer and community needs…

“My vision is an Ottawa that takes care of the infrastructure we already have while planning responsibly for the city we are becoming. That means addressing aging roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure before deterioration makes repairs more costly, while investing in reliable public transit, safer walking and cycling connections, and infrastructure that is resilient to increasingly severe weather. Growth must also come with the infrastructure needed to support it, with costs fairly allocated and transportation, water, sewer and community needs considered early in the planning process. I want infrastructure decisions to be based on condition, risk, demonstrated need and long-term value for taxpayers. Just as importantly, residents should understand what is being prioritized, why, and when they can expect to see improvements in their communities.”

(several paragraphs)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Residential flood-protection programs

• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
• Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems
• Protection of critical municipal infrastructure and pumping stations

“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems • Protection of critical municipal infrastructure and pumping stations”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop says the City should require or evaluate Reduced traffic impacts on eastern Ottawa communities

• Reduced traffic impacts on eastern Ottawa communities
• Improved regional movement of people and goods

“• Reduced traffic impacts on eastern Ottawa communities • Improved regional movement of people and goods”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop commits to advancing I commit to advocating for greater investment in the renewal of aging local roads and infrastructure in

• I commit to advocating for greater investment in the renewal of aging local roads and infrastructure in Ward 2.
• Ottawa currently directs approximately 10% of its road-renewal budget to local roads, and that allocation is expected to be reviewed during the next term of…
• I will push for that review to give appropriate consideration to neighbourhood streets that have been deteriorating for years, while continuing to base…

“I commit to advocating for greater investment in the renewal of aging local roads and infrastructure in Ward 2. Ottawa currently directs approximately 10% of its road-renewal budget to local roads, and that allocation is expected to be reviewed during the next term of Council. I will push for that review to give appropriate consideration to neighbourhood streets that have been deteriorating for years, while continuing to base investments on condition, risk and demonstrated need. Delaying necessary renewal can ultimately make repairs more expensive, and residents deserve to see progress on aging infrastructure in their neighbourhoods.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop commented: “I support a feasibility study of a potential ring road or bypass

• I support a feasibility study of a potential ring road or bypass, undertaken jointly with the provincial and federal governments.
• The study should determine what transportation problems a ring road would actually solve, including its potential impact on congestion and regional goods…
• Supporting a study is not a commitment to building a ring road.

“I support a feasibility study of a potential ring road or bypass, undertaken jointly with the provincial and federal governments. The study should determine what transportation problems a ring road would actually solve, including its potential impact on congestion and regional goods movement, while examining costs, possible routes, environmental and Greenbelt impacts, and effects on surrounding communities. Supporting a study is not a commitment to building a ring road. Any decision to proceed should be based on clear evidence that the benefits justify the financial, environmental and community impacts.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop: Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.

• Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.

“Renewal and selected expansion — Ottawa should substantially increase renewal spending while advancing selected expansion projects.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop commented: “I support a feasibility study of a potential ring road or bypass, undertaken jointly with the provincial and federal governments. The study should determine what transportation problems a ring road would actually solve, including its potential impact on…

• I support a feasibility study of a potential ring road or bypass, undertaken jointly with the provincial and federal governments.
• The study should determine what transportation problems a ring road would actually solve, including its potential impact on congestion and regional goods…
• Supporting a study is not a commitment to building a ring road.

“I support a feasibility study of a potential ring road or bypass, undertaken jointly with the provincial and federal governments. The study should determine what transportation problems a ring road would actually solve, including its potential impact on congestion and regional goods movement, while examining costs, possible routes, environmental and Greenbelt impacts, and effects on surrounding communities. Supporting a study is not a commitment to building a ring road. Any decision to proceed should be based on clear evidence that the benefits justify the financial, environmental and community impacts.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names “Renewal and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure.” as their second infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.

• Renewal and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure.

“Renewal and maintenance of existing infrastructure, including roads, bridges, water and sewer infrastructure.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would prioritize Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas; Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems; Protection of critical municipal infrastructure and pumping stations for additional flood resilience investment.

• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas
• Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems
• Protection of critical municipal infrastructure and pumping stations

“• Larger or upgraded storm sewers in flood-prone areas • Residential flood-protection programs, including backwater valves and sump systems • Protection of critical municipal infrastructure and pumping stations”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop named Road resurfacing and renewal; Other BRT and transit priority corridors; Cycling network investment; Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment; Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation among the five initiatives deserving the…

• Road resurfacing and renewal
• Other BRT and transit priority corridors
• Cycling network investment
• Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment
• Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation

“• Road resurfacing and renewal • Other BRT and transit priority corridors • Cycling network investment • Sidewalk and pedestrian network investment • Transfer of Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop is unsure whether to make flood resilience and stormwater infrastructure a top-three capital priority.

• Unsure

“Unsure”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174 to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation.

• Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms

“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop commits to advancing “I commit to advocating for greater investment in the renewal of aging local roads and infrastructure in Ward 2. Ottawa currently directs approximately 10% of its road-renewal budget to local roads, and that allocation is expected to be…

• I commit to advocating for greater investment in the renewal of aging local roads and infrastructure in Ward 2.
• Ottawa currently directs approximately 10% of its road-renewal budget to local roads, and that allocation is expected to be reviewed during the next term of…
• I will push for that review to give appropriate consideration to neighbourhood streets that have been deteriorating for years, while continuing to base…

“I commit to advocating for greater investment in the renewal of aging local roads and infrastructure in Ward 2. Ottawa currently directs approximately 10% of its road-renewal budget to local roads, and that allocation is expected to be reviewed during the next term of Council. I will push for that review to give appropriate consideration to neighbourhood streets that have been deteriorating for years, while continuing to base investments on condition, risk and demonstrated need. Delaying necessary renewal can ultimately make repairs more expensive, and residents deserve to see progress on aging infrastructure in their neighbourhoods.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop supports, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms, transferring ownership and responsibility for Ottawa Road 174

• Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms

“Support, subject to acceptable financial and operating terms”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop supports increasing Ottawa's investment in sidewalks, pedestrian crossings and connections to transit.

• Support

“Support”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would maintain approximately current cycling infrastructure investment.

• Maintain approximately current investment

“Maintain approximately current investment”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop would emphasize Completing missing links in the existing cycling network; Suburban cycling networks in cycling network investment.

• Completing missing links in the existing cycling network
• Suburban cycling networks

“• Completing missing links in the existing cycling network • Suburban cycling networks”

(one sentence)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names “Safe, connected active transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks, pedestrian connections and closing gaps in the cycling network.” as their third infrastructure priority for 2026–2030.

• Safe, connected active transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks, pedestrian connections and closing gaps in the cycling network.

“Safe, connected active transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks, pedestrian connections and closing gaps in the cycling network.”

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Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High

Jenna Jessop names “Safe, connected active transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks

• Safe, connected active transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks, pedestrian connections and closing gaps in the cycling network.

“Safe, connected active transportation infrastructure, including sidewalks, pedestrian connections and closing gaps in the cycling network.”

(a few sentences)

Source: FCA Ottawa 2026 Candidate Survey on Infrastructure Priorities — Ward 2 · October 9, 2026

Confidence:High