Opening Address – Smart Ottawa: Moving from the Horse Cart to the Jetsons
Bio:
Tim Tierney, a long-time resident of Beacon Hill-Cyrville, was first elected in 2010 and is active in ensuring his community continues to grow and thrive as an integral part of Ottawa. He is committed to his constituents and has volunteered for a variety of local development projects, sports and recreational groups, schools, social services, and community organizations.
With an education in Business Administration/Information Systems, Tim has a strong background in both business and technology, which he has applied throughout his career, including during his time with the City of Ottawa.
Since Tim joined City Council, he has served on the Transit Commission and Transportation Committee, among a number of other boards and committees. In 2017, Tim became part of the city’s first-ever Smart Cities Working Group.