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City reminds drivers to slow down during expressway maintenance
March 28, 2024 - 1:15pm
Starting April 1, crews will be completing ongoing cycles of mowing and litter cleanup along City expressways. Please slow down when driving by work zones for the safety of crews working adjacent to the expressway.
Drivers are also reminded to cover and secure their cargo when driving on the expressway. Unsecured cargo is the main source of expressway litter and drivers can be subject to ticketing, as per Waste Bylaw 8310.
Securing cargo is not only important for protecting your vehicle and the items that you are carrying, but it is also a critical step in helping to prevent dangerous accidents. You are encouraged to use ratchet straps, bungee cords and/or tarps depending on what you are carrying. This will help to secure your cargo, minimize litter, and help keep everyone safe on the road.
The Circle Drive/Expressway Mowing Program consists of maintenance and upkeep of higher speed roadways around Saskatoon. This program focuses primarily on maintenance items such as: litter removal, mowing, and trimming running April 1 until October 31. The roadways included within this program are main artery highways going to and from Saskatoon, Expressways (or freeway) roads and Circle Drive (highway).
The City thanks drivers for their cooperation.
Lorne Avenue closed from Taylor to 4th streets on Tuesday
March 28, 2024 - 9:00am
Lorne Avenue will be closed between Taylor and 4th streets on Tuesday, April 2, starting at 9:00 a.m. for tree pruning. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take a day to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Faithfull Avenue closed from 60th to 64th streets on Monday
March 28, 2024 - 7:00am
Faithfull Avenue will be closed between 60th and 64th streets starting on Monday, April 1, at 8:00 a.m. for a water line work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take four days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Special event bus service to SaskTel Centre this weekend
March 28, 2024 - 6:00am
- 5:40 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m.
- 6:20 p.m.
- 6:40 p.m.
- 5:40 p.m.
- 6:00 p.m.
- 6:20 p.m.
- 6:40 p.m.
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:05 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
- 6:45 p.m.
- 7:05 p.m.
- 7:25 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Prince Albert Raiders at SaskTel Centre on Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:
Direct service from the Special Events Stop to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Prince Albert Raiders on Friday, March 29 at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:
Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop to see Noah Kahan on Saturday, March 30, at 7:00 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post-event drop-off is the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.
Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.
City facility proposed as long-term, cost-effective organics processing option
March 27, 2024 - 4:15pm
The Standing Policy Committee on Environment Utilities and Corporate Services will consider long-term options for city organics processing at its meeting Tuesday, April 2.
“As we explored options for long-term organics processing, it made sense to consider the West Compost Depot since it will need to be relocated due to future development,” says Brendan Lemke, Director of Water & Waste Operations. “After a deeper evaluation, it was clear that constructing a City-owned facility would offer the best long-term costs for providing both organics processing for the green cart program and public-drop off services.”
In a decision report to the Committee that includes a thorough analysis of long-term organics processing options, Administration recommends building a city-owned organics processing facility. This would provide organics processing for the green cart program and a location for public drop-off to replace the West Compost Depot. The analysis shows this option would have the lowest long-term cost impact for residents and it offers all the same services for residents. Also, the cost could be further reduced if the City is successful in its funding application to the Low Carbon Economy Challenge Fund.
The city-wide curbside organics program launched in May of 2023. In 2020, Green Prairie Environmental Ltd. (GPE) was awarded a contract to process organics materials, however, GPE has not fulfilled their obligations under the organics processing contract. As a result, the City requires a long-term strategy for processing curbside organics. A comprehensive report on performance of the green cart program will be presented later this year.
Since the green cart program launch, more than 18,000 tonnes of organic waste have successfully been diverted from the landfill. The Solid Waste Reduction and Diversion Plan projected that the annual diversion would be between 15,000 and 22,000 tonnes per year. The lower range of the estimated diversion rate has been exceeded within the first nine months of the program. To learn more about the Green Cart program, visit saskatoon.ca/greencart.
Daily Road Report - March 28, 2024
March 27, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT AVE I S
(Sewer lining)
Start: March 28, 7:00 p.m. End: March 29, 6:00 a.m.
20TH ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT AVE D S
(Sewer lining)
Start: March 28, 7:00 p.m. End: March 29, 6:00 a.m.
NIGHT WORK
2ND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: March 27, 7:00 p.m. End: March 28, 6:00 a.m.
1ST AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Sanitary lining)
Start: March 27, 7:00 p.m. End: March 28, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report - March 27, 2024
March 26, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CLARENCE AVE S SB LANES CLOSED AT CASCADE ST
(Manhole repair)
Start: March 27, 9:00 a.m. End: March 27, 11:00 a.m.
1ST AVE N NB & SB TRAFFIC SQUEEZED OVER AT 45TH A ST E
(Sanitary CCTV)
Start: March 27, 9:00 a.m. End: March 27, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT CLARENCE AVE S
(Manhole repair)
Start: March 27, 11:00 a.m. End: March 27, 1:00 p.m.
NIGHT WORK
2ND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: March 27, 7:00 p.m. End: March 28, 6:00 a.m.
1ST AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Sanitary lining)
Start: March 27, 7:00 p.m. End: March 28, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
4TH AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Exterior sign installations)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: March 26, 9:00 a.m. End: March 27, 3:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Adjusted civic services & hours of operation on Good Friday, March 29 & Easter Monday, April 1
March 25, 2024 - 4:00pm
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation over the Easter Long Weekend.
Find out what’s open or closed, parking requirements, collection schedules, Saskatoon Transit hours and more. Thinking of visiting a Leisure Centre, public library location, the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo or Remai Modern Art Gallery?
For all the details on the City’s holiday hours and fun activities you might like to take in over the long weekend, check here.
Adjusted civic services & hours of operation on Good Friday, March 29 & Easter Monday, April 1
March 25, 2024 - 3:03pm
- Fixed-route transit will run holiday service hours on March 29 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (normal fares apply).
- Please consult the mobile app transit to plan your trip.
- Visit saskatoontransit.ca
- OnDemand service will not be available on March 29
- Access Transit will operate holiday service hours on March 29 and April 1 from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedure
- Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on March 29, but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open
from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. - Parking payment is not required on Good Friday, March 29
- Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.
- Parking payment will be required in City-managed pay parking areas on Easter Monday, April 1.
- Vehicles will not be released to the public on Good Friday, March 29.
- Open for regular business on Saturday, March 31 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m. and on Easter Monday, April 1.
- Information on Vehicle Seizures
- The Material Recovery Centre and Landfill are open on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1 from 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/mrc.
- The West Compost Depot remains closed for the season. It will open to the public on Monday, April 15. Check saskatoon.ca/compostdepot for more information.
- The cemetery office is closed on Good Friday, March 31 & Easter Monday, April 1.
- Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual.
- Zoo – 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Cosmo Civic Centre
Good Friday & Easter Monday – CLOSED - Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre
Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey - Lakewood Civic Centre
Good Friday – CLOSED
Easter Monday – OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6 a.m. to 10 p.m.) - Lawson Civic Centre
Good Friday – CLOSED
Easter Monday – OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6 a.m. to 10 p.m.) - Saskatoon Field House
Good Friday – CLOSED
Easter Monday – OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.) - Shaw Centre
Good Friday – CLOSED
Easter Monday – OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (6 a.m. to 10 p.m.) - Terry Fox Track
Good Friday – CLOSED
Easter Monday – OPEN Regular Hours of Operation (10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.)
The City of Saskatoon will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on the Easter Long Weekend, as follows:
CITY HALL
City Hall will be closed on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1. City Hall will reopen on Tuesday, April 2 at 8 a.m.
ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES
Check here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern will be closed on Friday, March 29 and Monday, April 1.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed on Friday, March 29.
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
WASTE COLLECTIONS
Garbage, Recycling, and Organics have collections as scheduled.
MATERIAL RECOVERY CENTRE & LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOT
WOODLAWN CEMETERY
SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO
Regular Hours of Operation
LEISURE CENTRES
Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline.
NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign-up to notifynow for timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.
YXE SERVICE ALERTS
For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter.
Daily Road Report - March 26, 2024
March 25, 2024 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE Y N TO AVE W N
(Sanitary sewer main repairs)
2-way traffic in WB lanes
Start: March 26, 9:00 a.m. End: March 26, 4:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Exterior sign installations)
2-way traffic in NB lanes
Start: March 26, 9:00 a.m. End: March 27, 3:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM HOWELL AVE TO AVE P N
(CCTV inspections)
Start: March 26, 10:00 a.m. End: March 26, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr
Start: November 20, 2023, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.