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Bus service to Kiss
November 13, 2023 - 6:00am
- 6:10 p.m.
- 6:30 p.m.
- 6:50 p.m.
- 7:10 p.m.
- 7:30 p.m.
Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop to see Kiss at SaskTel Centre on Monday, November 13, at 7:30 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.
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.
Saskatoon Transit operating on Remembrance Day with holiday service hours
November 10, 2023 - 3:39pm
- Fixed route transit will run holiday service on Saturday, November 11 – 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (normal fares apply).
- OnDemand service will not be available on Saturday, November 11.
- Access Transit will operate holiday service on Monday, November 13 – 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
- Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures (8:15 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.).
- Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed for walk-in customers on Saturday, November 11, 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.
Saskatoon Transit is aware of an issue with the Transit app and other trip planner applications currently displaying inaccurate information regarding service hours on Saturday, November 11. Specifically, that there will be “no service” when planning a trip on Remembrance Day.
Saskatoon Transit is working to correct the information being displayed. Riders can use November 12 to plan trips and view schedules and routes reflecting holiday service hours on November 11.
Hours of Operation on November 11 and November 13:
On November 11, Courtesy of RBC Royal Bank, Saskatoon Transit will provide complimentary bus transportation for everyone to and from the Remembrance Day Ceremony at SaskTel Centre.
Veterans and current Canadian Armed Forces members will be recognized with free transit service on all routes on November 11. Free bus service is offered to armed forces veterans and current serving personnel, including cadets, reservists, and one companion. Canadian Armed Forces transit users can identify themselves by wearing a military uniform or presenting military ID when they board.
For more information, visit SaskatoonTransit.ca
Daily Road Report - November 14, 2023
November 10, 2023 - 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 P N TO FAULKNER CRES
(Tree trimming)
Start: November 14, 9:00 a.m. End: November 14, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM WILLINGDON PL TO 31ST ST W
(Pole replacement)
Start: November 14, 9:00 a.m. End: November 14, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 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 - November 10, 2023
November 9, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
WANUSKEWIN RD WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT ARTHUR ROSE AVE
(Traffic signal box replacement)
Start: November 10, 9:00 a.m. End: November 10, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR N TO 24TH ST E
(Junction box replacement)
Start: November 10, 12:00 p.m. End: November 10, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR W SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Damaged Median Barriers)
Restriction will be lifted upon repair completion.
Start: November 8, 7:00 a.m. End: November 10, 4:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM CAEN ST TO MOUNTBATTEN ST
(Construction)
Start: November 8, 7:00 a.m. End: November 10, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 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.
City releases Preliminary 2024/2025 Detailed Operating and Capital Summary Budget
November 9, 2023 - 2:11pm
- The Preliminary 2024/2025 Detailed Operating and Capital Summary Budget
- The Preliminary 2024/2025 Detailed Capital Budget
- The 2024/2025 Preliminary Budget Introduction and Climate Budget
- The largest ever investment in the City’s Roadway Maintenance and Rehabilitation Programs, $72 million in 2024 and $78 million in 2025 (includes the Road Maintenance, Bridges and Transportation Service Lines);
- Investment in two new Firehalls to address emergency response for the City’s expanding neighbourhoods;
- The largest ever investment in the City’s Facility Maintenance Program to preserve and protect our assets, $10.8 million in 2024 and $11.8 million in 2025;
- Opening of the City’s Material Recovery Centre, a major achievement for the City as we work toward our 70% waste diversion goal;
- Investment into the City’s Snow and Ice Management Program to repay the 2022 Emergency Snow Response and to build funding to respond to future emergency/large-scale snow events; and
- Increased funding for several services including Fire, Parks, Street Lighting, Sidewalks, Transit and Street Sweeping, will help address public safety, protection, and servicing needs within Saskatoon, one of the fastest growing and diverse cities in Canada.
As part of the City’s Multi -Year Business Plan and Budget Process, the City produces three key documents to inform City Council and the public prior to its November Budget Deliberations. For the 2024/2025 two-year budget cycle, the documents include:
“In our prior multi-year budgets, we had released our three budget documents at the same time. This year, to allow for as much time as possible for City Council, stakeholders and residents to review the preliminary budget documents before budget deliberations, the 2024/2025 Preliminary Budget documents will now be released as they each become finalized by Administration,” says Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer.
As such, the City has today released the Preliminary 2024/2025 Detailed Operating and Capital Summary Budget.
“Today’s budget release provides the background context and full details on the proposed funding requirements for the City’s 87 different Service Lines. It also reflects the approximately $35 million in budgetary decisions made by City Council over the course of dedicated Special Budget Meetings held over the summer,” adds Hack.
“City Council and Administration have continued to work together to address the unprecedented inflationary pressures faced not only by the City of Saskatoon, but many other municipalities across Canada. We are committed to investing the City’s budget wisely for today, and for the future, and delivering our services and programs with the most value for taxpayer dollars in our community for all residents who call Saskatoon home.”
Dedicating the key investments required to support the delivery of core services and maintain infrastructure are funding priorities within the Preliminary 2024/2025 Operating and Capital Budget. Some highlights include:
To date, City Council and Administration have made meaningful progress working toward finding the proper balance between delivering core service levels residents and businesses expect for taxpayer dollars, maintaining affordability and ensuring long-term financial sustainability.
Reflecting all the reductions already directed by City Council throughout the Special Budget Meetings held over summer, the Administration’s preliminary business plan and budget currently contains a yet-to-be-approved ‘starting point’ 7.14% property tax increase in 2024, and 5.7% in 2025. Still to be considered by City Council is the final full review of the City’s 87 distinct Service Lines and 58 additional Administrative Options. There will undoubtedly be a number of further changes made to finalize the 2024/2025 Business Plan and Budget.
City Council will seek to find the right balance, making its final investment decisions at the 2024/2025 Budget Deliberations set for November 28-30, 2023. Members of the public who wish to participate in the 2024/2025 final budget review by either submitting a letter and/or requesting to speak to City Council must arrange to do so before the cut-off, Monday, November 27, 2023, at 5 p.m.
Visit saskatoon.ca/budget