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New map highlights areas affected by SL&P power outages
October 28, 2021 - 2:00pm
Saskatoon Light & Power (SL&P) has launched a new interactive power outage map, making it easier than ever for customers to access and view outage information.
“While our crews are troubleshooting and repairing an outage, we’re committed to keeping customers informed in the easiest, most helpful way,” says Trevor Bell, Director of SL&P. “Service alerts issued on Twitter and on the City website are the primary form of communication for outages, but now the map will also be included with the alerts making it easier to see the area impacted, cause, and estimated time of repair.”
Outages are either identified from data notification from the electrical system (i.e. smart meters) or through calls from customers. Crews are then dispatched to determine the cause of the outage, and then isolate the issue and complete the repair. Outages may involve minor work, such as trimming trees away from power lines, or much larger tasks such as replacing broken poles, faulty cables, or damaged transformers. Repair work can take minutes or up to several hours.
“Prior to the power outage map, the impacted outage area was written in a service alert, but since the outage area usually does not follow neighbourhood boundaries it can be difficult to describe the affected area accurately,” says Bell. “While the written information will still be provided, the new map will be a better visual representation of the outage area and will be especially helpful in the event of planned outages.”
Bell adds that Saskatoon Light & Power’s index of reliability in 2020 was 0.9998, which means that power was delivered to the average customer 99.98% of the time.
Saskatoon Light & Power provides power to over 60,000 properties within its service area. All customers outside of the service area should refer to the SaskPower website for any outage related information.
Visit saskatoon.ca/outages for more information on the new power outage map and for power outage tips.
Special event bus service
October 28, 2021 - 10:00am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to experience the 2021 PBR Canadian Finals at SaskTel Centre on Friday, October 29 and Saturday, October 30, is available at the following times each day:
Post event drop-off is the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). 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 that helps you make connections that combine Transit with ridehail providers like riide and Uber. Transit does the work so you can travel with ease! Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
To protect the health and safety of residents, customers and employees, masks are required when traveling on Saskatoon Transit and when accessing indoor City-operated facilities and services as an added safety measure to address the increasing spread of COVID-19 in our community.
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.
Cumberland Avenue closed between Bute and McLorg streets starting Friday
October 28, 2021 - 7:00am
Cumberland Avenue will be closed between Bute and McLorg streets starting Friday, October 29, at 7:00 a.m. for catch basin replacement work. Cascade Street will be closed between Ewart and Irvine avenues during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take two days 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 is 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.
Daily Road Report - October 28, 2021
October 27, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
MCKERCHER DR NB PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM EDINBURGH PL TO BALFOUR ST
(Paving)
Start: October 28, 7:00 a.m. End: October 28, 5:00 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR VARIOUS NB & SB LANES CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO EDINBURGH PL
(Crosswalk blasting)
Start: October 28, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR EB &WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE
(Streetlight connection work)
Start: October 28, 9:00 a.m. End: October 28, 3:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Transformer change)
Start: October 28, 6:00 p.m. End: October 28, 8:00 p.m.
ONGOING
IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM 46TH ST E TO 51ST ST E
(Fence repairs)
Start: October 27, 9:00 a.m. End: October 28, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(Water Main Repair)
Two-Way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: October 27, 6:00 a.m. End: October 28, 4:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE NB/SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Concrete median repairs)
Start: October 25, 9:00 a.m. End: October 28, 4:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB/SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED NEAR SOUTH GRID RD
(Concrete median repairs)
Start: October 25, 9:00 a.m. End: October 28, 4:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM EWART AVE TO IRVINE AVE
(Water main repair)
Start: October 26, 8:00 a.m. End: October 28, 4:00 p.m.
BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Storm sewer work)
Start: August 30, 9:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.m.
8TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.m.
NEAULT RD NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Water main construction)
Temporary traffic lights allowing alternating traffic flow
Start: September 20, 10:00 a.m. End: November 1, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED AT MEADOWS PKY
(Construction)
Start: October 23, 9:00 a.m. End: November 3, 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 invites feedback on draft Strategic Plan 2022-2025
October 27, 2021 - 5:13am
- Advance City Council's Priorities
- Deliver Excellence in Core Services and Operational Priorities
- Drive Corporate Transformational Change
The City is seeking public input on its draft Strategic Plan for 2022-2025. The current Strategic Plan for 2018-2021 will be retired at year’s end.
The City has been working to develop the new strategic plan over the course of the past year. The document is intended to capture the priorities and direction for the City over the next four years. The draft plan includes three pillars that underline how the City will achieve the goals set out in its plan:
Why do we need a Strategic Plan?
The Strategic Plan is a guiding document that sets out the City’s big picture. It outlines the specific outcomes that City Council and Administration will work together to achieve over the next four years. Strategy does not cover all the important work a City does. Strategy speaks specifically to the changes and improvements that are planned over a period to ensure Saskatoon remains a city that residents are proud to call home.
Public Input
The City is gathering feedback on the draft plan and content of the three pillars. This feedback will be presented alongside the plan at the Nov. 22nd meeting of City Council. The Strategic Plan presentation and the discussion that follows will be available via livestream at saskatoon.ca and residents are welcome to tune in.
The 2022-2025 draft Strategic Plan and the accompanying survey are available now at saskatoon.ca/engage. If you or someone you know cannot complete the online survey, please contact the City's Customer Care Centre at 306-975-2476 to request a paper copy. The survey is open until 5 p.m. on Nov. 10, 2021.