Ward 11 Update from City Hall by Skylar Franke, Ward 11 London City Council 519-661-2489, extension 4011 • sfranke@london.ca Hello neighbours! I hope you’ve been enjoying the crisp fall air and the beautiful colours starting to show in Wortley Village. It’s such a wonderful time to slow down, grab a warm drink, and take in all the small joys that make our community special. Mountsfield Crosswalk Update Many of you have reached out to share your thoughts about the crosswalk near Mountsfield Public School. I’ve heard clearly that residents would like to see pedestrian-activated lights installed to improve safety. I’ve been in touch with City staff to explore options, but it’s also important that we gather real-life examples of how the crossing is being used. If you or your family have experienced any close calls or near misses at that crosswalk, please email me at sfranke@london.ca. Your feedback helps me make a stronger case for safety improvements. Transit News As a member of the London Transit Commission (LTC), we’ve been busy planning for the future. At our September meeting, we requested an update in early 2026 regarding adding contactless payment options to buses (for example, tapping a credit card or mobile payment app). As well, in August, we approved a request to add more routes to new neighbourhoods through an assessment growth budget case. We are continuing to address ongoing concerns regarding specialized transit and have had discussions about how to improve public safety on buses and at bus stops. Please join us for the LTC Annual Drop-In Session on November 6th 2025, from 2 to 4 pm and 6 to 8 pm at the Central Library Stevenson & Hunt Room A to provide your feedback in person. A member of LTC Management and Commissioners will be in attendance. Books
Save the Date – Ward 11 Town Hall Mark your calendars! I’ll be hosting a Ward 11 Town Hall on Monday, December 1st, from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at Manor Park Memorial Hall (11 Briscoe St. W). We’ll chat about local updates, city projects, and community ideas. I’d love to see you there and hear what’s on your mind.
Bike Rodeo Success Thank you to everyone who came out to the September Bike Rodeo I co-hosted with Councillor Peloza. We had over 200 attendees and 80 kids, and I received very positive feedback from parents who shared that their kids learned some new cycling skills. I plan to host another one in 2026 – stay tuned. Thank you, as always, for being such an engaged and caring community. Whether it’s a quick hello on Wortley Road or an email with your thoughts, I truly value your input and energy. See you around the Village!
The Painter’s Wounds by Glen Pearson The Painter’s Wounds tells the story of an Afghan War veteran who returns to her home on Mackinac Island and begins the process of rebuilding her life. Physically wounded and enduring the emotional scars of PTSD, she turns to her discipline of painting, and along the way rediscovers the wonder of caring neighbours and a mysterious and generous patron who has his own remarkable story to tell. The Painter’s Wounds is the story of recovery, hope, and the remarkable healing powers of community. The Painter’s Wounds is the 67th book from the prolific author, who resides in Wortley Village. Glen says it’s one of his most meaningful since his wife Jane Roy, an accomplished fine artist, did the cover art. The free ebook at shorturl.at/WFc1S. The paperback is available at shorturl.at/Km0HP.
Glen Pearson, a former Member of Parliament and retired professional firefighter, is Co-Executive Director of the Lon- don Food Bank along with his wife Jane Roy. Other books include ‘For All The Right Reasons’, ‘Scrib- bles from the Tree House – a Life’s Retrospective’, ‘Bas- senthwaite’, ‘Foreign Aid and the African Dilemma’, ‘The Long Road Home’ and many, many more.
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