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Improving bus stops and accessibility
October 3, 2022 - 6:00am
Saskatoon Transit received 40 bus stop nominations from residents during the 2022 edition of the Bus Stop Blues campaign.
As part of the campaign, which is now in its fourth year, stop nominations are grouped into one of three categories: sidewalk/accessibility; new shelter/repair; or general maintenance. This year, 90% of the nominations were for either for a new shelter or repairs to an existing shelter.
A total of 19 nominations were received through this year’s campaign for a new shelter, all of which will be reviewed in detail.
“When determining a new shelter location, we look at safety and connectivity, property lines and also examine how a location request correlates to what is proposed within the future Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) network,” says Cory Shrigley, Customer Support & Engagement Manager with Saskatoon Transit. “Boarding data, direction of travel, service frequency, and whether it serves multiple routes is also taken into consideration.”
Shrigley also notes that many of this year’s campaign nominations involved broken glass at existing bus shelters, these will all be addressed in the coming weeks. When the glass in a shelter is broken, it is cleaned up as soon as it can be, on the day it is reported to Saskatoon Transit, with glass typically replaced within a week. However, this summer many shelters were being smashed on the same day as glass was repaired with the total cost of replacing all glass in a shelter being $2,000.
“The Bus Stop Blues campaign is important to us, as it allows riders an opportunity to communicate where the priority areas are to improve the transit experience” says Shrigley. “Safety, reliability, and ease of access are essential to increasing ridership.”
“As we work towards a BRT system, Transit connectivity becomes even more important. We’re looking to the future in terms of the locations that make sense, along with responding to the needs of those we serve today,” says Taha Najam, Transit Planning Engineer.
The total investment for bus stop improvements from September 2022 – September 2023 is $100,000.
Daily Road Report - October 3, 2022
September 29, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM KING CRES TO PRINCESS ST
(WBH Trade Show)
Start: October 3, End: October 3,
2ND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Sidewalk replacement)
Start: October 3, 7:00 a.m. End: October 9, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE N N TO AVE O N
(Tree stump removal)
Start: October 3, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM AVE K N TO AVE L N
(Tree stump removal)
Start: October 3, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO 45TH ST E
(Guardrail repair)
Start: October 3, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 3:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Paving)
Start: October 3, 9:00 a.m. End: October 4, 4:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
VICTORIA AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 11TH ST E
(Bridge Washing)
Traffic Bridge closed
Start: October 2, 8:00 p.m. End: October 3, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: October 3, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB & SB TRAFFIC MOVED INTO THE PARKING LANES FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Water & sewer work)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 4:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO BROADWAY AVE
(Vault work)
Start: September 28, 8:00 a.m. End: October 7, 4:30 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 47TH ST E TO 46TH ST E
(Curb work)
Start: September 27, 8:00 a.m. End: October 17, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MANEK RD TO MCORMOND DR
(Parking lot)
Start: September 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 22, 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.
Long Weekend Road Report: September 30 - October 2, 2022
September 28, 2022 - 5:17am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE P S TO AVE H S
(NDTRC Walk)
Start: September 30, 9:00 a.m. End: September 30, 12:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED FROM 44TH ST E TO 45TH ST E
(Mowing)
Start: September 30, 9:00 a.m. End: September 30, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO WILLINGDON PL
(Stump removal)
Start: October 1, 7:00 a.m. End: October 1, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: October 1, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM TEMPERANCE ST TO AIRD ST
(Gas valve removal)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes
Start: October 1, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO BOYCHUK DR
(Valve repair)
Start: October 1, 8:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Vault work)
Start: October 1, 8:00 a.m. End: October 2, 5:00 p.m.
AIRPORT DR NB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM ROBIN CRES TO CLAYPOOL DR
(Stump removal)
Start: October 1, 3:00 p.m. End: October 1, 6:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDAIN LANES CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO DUFFERIN AVE
(Stump removal)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 8:30 a.m.
2ND AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 12:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB & SB PARKING & CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 12:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR NB RAMP CLOSED TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Pole replacements)
Start: October 2, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 2:00 p.m..
TAYLOR ST W WB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES W TO ST HENRY AVE
(CIBC Run for the Cure)
Start: October 2, 8:00 a.m. End: October 2, 12:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM KING ST TO QUEEN ST
(Curb stop replacement)
Start: October 2, 8:00 a.m. End: October 2, 4:30 p.m.
2ND AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Crack sealing)
Start: October 2, 1:00 p.m. End: October 2, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
VICTORIA AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO 11TH ST E
(Bridge Washing)
Traffic Bridge closed
Start: October 2, 8:00 p.m. End: October 3, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
1ST AVE S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO SAUNDERS PL
(Minor ramp repair)
Start: September 28, 9:00 a.m. End: September 30, 3:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New Road Construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Material laydown)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N SB LANES & NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM KING ST TO QUEEN ST
(Sand blasting)
Start: September 29, 7:00 a.m. End: October 1, 4:30 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO WOROBETZ PL
(Concrete work)
Start: September 28, 7:00 a.m. End: October 2, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Concrete work)
Start: September 29, 9:00 a.m. End: October 3, 4:30 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM DOUGLAS CRES TO FISHER CRES
(Sidewalk work)
Start: August 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE N TO PRINCESS ST
(Water main replacement)
Start: September 1, 7:30 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM WINDSOR ST TO PRINCE OF WALES AVE
(Road excavation)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: October 6, 4:30 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB & SB TRAFFIC MOVED INTO THE PARKING LANES FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Water & sewer work)
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 7, 4:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO BROADWAY AVE
(Vault work)
Start: September 28, 8:00 a.m. End: October 7, 4:30 p.m.
FAITHFULL AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 47TH ST E TO 46TH ST E
(Curb work)
Start: September 27, 8:00 a.m. End: October 17, 4:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MANEK RD TO MCORMOND DR
(Parking lot)
Start: September 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 22, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Vault roof replacement)
Start: September 23, 7:00 a.m. End: December 31, 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.
Traffic Bridge closed on Sunday night
September 29, 2022 - 1:00pm
The Traffic Bridge will be closed between 11th Street and Spadina Crescent on Sunday, October 2, at 8:00 p.m. for bridge washing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
City celebrates Active Aging Week
September 29, 2022 - 1:00pm
- Shaw Centre: Monday, October 3 (9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
- Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre: Tuesday, October 4 (9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
- Lakewood Civic Centre: Wednesday, October 5 (8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.)
- Saskatoon Field House: Thursday, October 6 (9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.)
- Lawson Civic Centre: Friday, October 7 (10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.)
The International Council of Aging designated October 3 to 9, 2022, as Active Aging Week – a time to celebrate aging and the benefits of active living at any age.
Active Aging Week challenges society’s expectations of aging by showing that regardless of age or health conditions, adults over 50 can live life to the fullest.
“Recreation & Community Development prioritizes and encourages Active Aging through the variety of drop-in and registered programs offered at our Leisure Centres”, says Andrew Roberts, Director of Recreation & Community Development. Programs have been categorized as Fit Over 50 programs and provide a guide to physical activity for people 50+.
To celebrate Active Aging week, the City’s Recreation & Community Development department invites residents to stop by a Leisure Centre during Active Aging Week. An ambassador will be on location to talk about fall programs. It’s also a chance to win prizes, visit with friends and relax after exercising.
To learn more about Active Aging Week and programs available, visit saskatoon.ca/fitover50.
1st Avenue closed between King and Queen streets on Sunday
September 29, 2022 - 11:00am
1st Avenue will be closed between King and Queen streets on Sunday, October 2, at 8:00 a.m. for curb stop replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one 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.
1st Avenue closed between 24th and 25th streets starting Monday
September 29, 2022 - 10:30am
1st Avenue will be closed between 24th and 25th streets starting Monday, October 3, at 9:00 a.m. for roadway paving work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two 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.
33rd Street intersection closed at Warman Road starting Saturday
September 29, 2022 - 8:00am
The intersection at 33rd Street and Warman Road will be closed starting Saturday, October 1, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway resurfacing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two 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.
Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to Attridge Drive closed on Sunday
September 29, 2022 - 7:00am
The Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to Attridge Drive will be closed on Sunday, October 2, at 7:00 a.m. for streetlight pole replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take seven hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
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.
Adjusted holiday hours & civic services for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Friday, September 30
September 28, 2022 - 9:11am
- Garbage (Black Cart) – Collections as scheduled (No impact on long weekend holiday)
- Recycling (Blue Cart) – Collections as scheduled (No impact on long weekend holiday)
- Organics (Subscription Green Cart) – Collections as scheduled (No impact on long weekend holiday)
- For collection schedules and reminders, get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app or visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar
- The Landfill is open over the long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/landfill
- The compost depots are open for the season and over the long weekend from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.(West Depot) and 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.(East Depot)
- More information at saskatoon.ca/compostdepots
- Fixed route, OnDemand, Access and the Transit Customer Service Centre will operate regular hours on Friday, September 30.
- Parking payment will be required in City-managed pay parking areas on Friday, September 30.
- Motorists are reminded that all parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits.
- Open for regular business on Friday, September 30.
- Zoo - 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- Cosmo Civic Centre - CLOSED
- Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre -12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Lakewood Civic Centre - 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Lawson Civic Centre - 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saskatoon Field House - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Shaw Centre - 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Terry Fox Track – CLOSED
- Parent & Tot Skate - 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
The City of Saskatoon will have a number of adjusted civic services and hours of operation on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as follows:
CITY HALL
All administrative offices are closed on Friday, September 30. City Hall will reopen Monday, October 3, at 8:00 a.m.
ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES
See here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern is open on Friday, September 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Admission for the day is by donation.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All locations will be closed on Friday, September 30.
WASTE COLLECTIONS
LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOTS
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
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.
GOLF COURSES (Holiday Park, Wildwood and Silverwood)
Open regular hours of operation. Dawn to dusk.
INDOOR RINKS
Lions Arena
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.