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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.
Daily Road Report - October 27, 2021
October 26, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST W EB & SB LANES CLOSED AT AVE X S
(Patching)
Start: October 27, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 p.m.
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.
CIRCLE DR W SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Minor bridge repairs)
Start: October 27, 9:00 a.m. End: October 29, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 107TH ST W TO 106TH ST W
(Connection replacement)
Start: October 26, 8:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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.
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 proclaims November 1 to 8 Health Care Worker Appreciation Week: 40% discount offered at City Indoor Leisure Centres
October 25, 2021 - 4:30pm
City Council today proclaimed November 1 to 8, 2021, Health Care Worker Appreciation Week in Saskatoon.
“On behalf of the City of Saskatoon, Saskatoon City Council extends its sincere gratitude and appreciation to all health care workers who continue to show heroic efforts in protecting our community during the COVID-19 pandemic,” says Mayor Charlie Clark.
In appreciation for all the physicians, nurses, health care aides, home care providers, pharmacists, paramedics, emergency management teams and all others working in health care, the City is offering a 40% discount on a family, adult or youth Leisure Centre general admission during Health Care Worker Appreciation Week -- November 1 to 8, 2021.
In addition to the required vaccination or negative test proof, health care workers will be asked to provide proof of employment in order to receive the discount. The offer is valid at all City Leisure Centres including Cosmo Civic Centre, Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre, Lakewood Civic Centre, Lawson Civic Centre, Saskatoon Field House and Shaw Centre.
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/leisurecentres.
Daily Road Report - October 26, 2021
October 25, 2021 - 3:55am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
8TH ST E WB PARKING LANE & CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO EASTLAKE AVE
(Valve upgrade)
Start: October 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 26, 7:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 107TH ST W TO 106TH ST W
(Connection replacement)
Start: October 26, 8:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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.
BALTZAN BLVD EB LANES CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO BOYKOWICH CRES
(Sewer inspection)
Start: October 26, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO 108TH ST W
(Streetlight repairs)
Start: October 26, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 3:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Transformer change)
Start: October 26, 6:00 p.m. End: October 26, 8:00 p.m.
ONGOING
33RD ST W FOUR-WAY STOP AT CONFEDERATION DR
(Intersection improvements)
Start: October 25, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 3:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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.
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 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.
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.
Ruth Street closed between Ewart and Irvine avenues starting Tuesday
October 25, 2021 - 11:30am
Ruth Street will be closed between Ewart and Irvine avenues starting Tuesday, October 26, at 8:00 a.m. for water main work. Cumberland Avenue will be closed between Adelaide and Bute streets during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three 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 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.
2021 road, water main and sidewalk construction wrapping up
October 25, 2021 - 10:00am
Travelling on College Drive from Central Avenue eastbound to the edge of the city is a much smoother experience, thanks to a four-week long road resurfacing project over the summer. Laying new asphalt on that stretch to improve the condition and make it longer lasting was one of the most significant initiatives undertaken by the City during the 2021 construction season.
“Several of our road projects finished earlier than expected and we had more time to finish others, due to a very dry summer and above average temperatures that extended into the fall,” says Terry Schmidt, General Manager of Transportation and Construction. “Overall, work was generally steady and uninterrupted, and we were able to improve approximately 207 kilometers of roads this year.”
In addition to College Drive and the rehabilitation of the Circle Drive overpass at 8th Street, which finished early, Schmidt says road construction took place following water main replacements in neighbourhoods like Caswell Hill and Nutana.
“We replace water mains and service connections at the same time. The roads excavated during that work are then completely resurfaced and repaved from curb-to-curb.”
Approximately 22 kilometers of water mains and sanitary sewer mains were replaced or rehabilitated in 2021 – about the distance from Saskatoon to Martensville.
Sidewalk improvements are just as important as road maintenance every year. City departments have been working collaboratively to make significant improvements to the management and execution of the Sidewalk Repair Program. So far in 2021, crews have repaired or rehabilitated approximately 28 kilometers of sidewalks and curbs. That work will continue for as long as the weather allows this fall.
Significant progress has been made on Saskatoon roads, sidewalks and water mains in recent years and the City of Saskatoon thanks residents for their patience and cooperation.
For more 2021 construction highlights, please see the attached infographics or visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Central Avenue closed between 106th and 107th streets starting Tuesday
October 25, 2021 - 9:00am
Central Avenue will be closed between 106th and 107th streets starting Wednesday, October 26, at 8:00 a.m. for connection replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. 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 25, 2021
October 22, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NELSON RD EB CRUB LANE CLOSED FROM LOWE RD TO HEAL AVE
(Concrete pumping)
Start: October 25, 6:00 a.m. End: October 25, 6:00 p.m.
FEHEREGHAZI BLVD CLOSED FROM FAST CRES TO BOLSTAD LINK
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 25, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MELROSE AVE TO MCPHERSON AVE
(Gas valve removal)
Start: October 25, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 7:00 p.m.
33RD ST W FOUR-WAY STOP AT CONFEDERATION DR
(Intersection improvements)
Start: October 25, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 3:00 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.
ONGOING
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m..
TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM ROSEWOOD GATE TO MEADOWS PKY
(Construction)
Start: October 23, 9:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 2ND AVE S
(Water main repair)
Start: October 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 21ST ST TO 19TH ST
(Water main repair)
Start: October 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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 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.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Weekend Road Report - October 23-24, 2021
October 22, 2021 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
COLLEGE DR EB LANES CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO WIGGINS AVE N
(Valve repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: October 23, 8:00 a.m. End: October 24, 5:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM ROSEWOOD GATE TO MEADOWS PKY
(Construction)
Start: October 23, 9:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
3RD AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 24, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N SB LANES CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO TEMPERANCE ST
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 24, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 2ND AVE S
(Water main repair)
Start: October 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Coil lift)
Start: October 24, 7:30 a.m. End: October 24, 11:30 a.m.
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 21ST ST TO 19TH ST
(Water main repair)
Start: October 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
2nd Avenue closed between 19th and 21st streets starting Sunday
October 22, 2021 - 11:00am
2nd Avenue will closed between 19th and 21st streets starting Sunday, October 24, at 7:00 a.m. for water main work. 20th Street will be closed between 1st and 3rd avenues during this project. 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 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.
Bus service to see Eric Church
October 22, 2021 - 10:00am
- 6:45 p.m.
- 7:05 p.m.
- 7:25 p.m.
- 7:45 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see Eric Church at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, October 23, is available at the following times:
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.
Fehereghazi Boulevard closed between Bolstad Link and Fast Crescent on Monday
October 22, 2021 - 9:00am
Fehereghazi Boulevard will be closed between Bolstad Link and Fast Crescent on Monday, October 25 at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take 10 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 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.
Taylor Street closed between Meadows Parkway and Rosewood Gate starting Saturday
October 22, 2021 - 8:00am
Taylor Street will be closed between Meadows Parkway and Rosewood Gate starting Saturday, October 23, at 9:00 a.m. for roadway work. Taylor Street will remain open between Meadows Parkway and Wess Road to provide access to the Meadows Market and Costco areas. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take three 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.
2nd Avenue closed between 21st and 22nd streets on Sunday
October 22, 2021 - 7:00am
2nd Avenue will be closed between 21st and 22nd streets on Sunday, October 24, at 7:30 a.m. for craning work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take four 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 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 22, 2021
October 21, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
ATTRIDGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM FORESTRY FARM PARK DR TO REVER RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 22, 8:00 a.m. End: October 22, 11:00 a.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB & WB DRIVING LANES CLOSED FROM LOUISE AVE TO PARK AVE
(Valve repair)
Traffic will be maintained in the parking lanes.
Start: October 22, 9:00 a.m. End: October 22, 5:30 a.m.
CIRCLE DR S WB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO VALLEY RD
(Repairs)
Start: October 22, 9:00 a.m. End: October 22, 3:00 p.m.
2ND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 22, 9:00 a.m. End: October 22, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CIRCLE DR E
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 22, 11:00 a.m. End: October 22, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
20TH ST W EB & WB CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE Y S
(Valve replacement)
Start: October 21, 8:00 a.m. End: October 22, 4:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.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: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
Update: Free events for youth on Friday, November 12, 2021
October 20, 2021 - 10:31am
- Proof of vaccination and ID for those eligible (12 and over) is required. Note: Photo ID is not required for anyone under 17 years. Acceptable ID is copy of any government issued identification such as Saskatchewan Health Card, Birth Certificate, and Passport or a Student ID.
- Masks will be mandatory for all participants inside the facility and during all activities.
- Equipment will be sanitized after every use.
- Proper food handling protocols will be followed.
- Physical distancing will be in place.
Registration is now open for Girls in Motion and for Taking to the Court – free events being hosted by the City of Saskatoon on Friday, November 12, 2021, for youth
ages 10 to 14.
Girls in Motion
Friday, November 12
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saskatoon Soccer Centre, 150 Nelson Road
A day for youth to become inspired to live a healthy, happy lifestyle and enjoy physical activities. This year’s sessions include zumba, gymnastics, hoop dancing, self defence, ballet/jazz and yoga.
Taking to the Court
Friday, November 12
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cosmo Civic Centre, 3130 Laurier Drive
A day for youth to get active and have fun learning futsal and box lacrosse.
Lunch and snacks are provided at each event. Space is limited. Register online at leisureonline.saskatoon.ca or call or visit any Leisure Centre by Monday, November 8.
Know before you go! The following COVID-19 safety protocols will be in place to ensure the safety of staff and participants:
Daily Road Report - October 21, 2021
October 20, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE Y S
(valve replacement)
Start: October 21, 8:00 a.m. End: October 22, 4:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO MCKERCHER DR
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: October 21, 9:00 a.m. End: October 21, 12:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB OFFRAMP & SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT MCKERCHER DR
(Tie in repair)
Start: October 21, 9:00 a.m. End: October 21, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
NELSON RD ROAD CLOSED FROM HEAL AVE TO HEATH AVE
(connections work)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 21, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.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: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
20th Street closed between Avenue W and Avenue Y starting Thursday
October 20, 2021 - 8:00am
20th Street will be closed between Avenue W and Avenue Y starting Thursday, October 21, at 8:00 a.m. for valve replacement work. Avenue X will be closed between 19th and 21st streets 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.
College Drive eastbound exit ramp to McKercher Drive closed on Thursday
October 20, 2021 - 7:00am
The College Drive eastbound exit ramp to McKercher Drive will be closed on Thursday, October 21 at 9:00 a.m. for roadway work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take six 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 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 20, 2021
October 19, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CONFEDERATION DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CHANDLER PL TO MILTON ST
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 20, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 a.m.
VICTORIA AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 10TH ST E
(Gas main work)
Start: October 20, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CONFEDERATION DR TO CIRCLE DR W
(Guardrail repairs)
Start: October 20, 9:00 a.m. End: October 20, 12:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO CENTENNIAL DR
(Stump grinding)
Start: October 20, 9:00 a.m. End: October 20, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO LAURIER DR
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: October 20, 9:00 a.m. End: October 20, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
AVE H N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 32ND ST W
(Water main replacement)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD ROAD CLOSED FROM HEAL AVE TO HEATH AVE
(Connection work)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 21, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 28TH ST W TO 29TH ST E
(Sewer connection. repair)
Start: October 19, 9:00 a.m. End: October 22, 3:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.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: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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 to present utility funding options for curbside residential garbage and upcoming organics program
October 13, 2021 - 10:52am
- Option 1: January 2023 implementation of fixed monthly rates for both black cart garbage and curbside organics utilities.
- Option 2 (Recommendation): January 2023 implementation of fixed monthly rate for curbside organics utility and January 2024 implementation of variable rates for the black cart garbage.
On Monday, October 18, the Administration will present a decision report to the Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) detailing two options for the implementation of a utility for curbside residential garbage and the upcoming curbside residential organics program. The decision to rescind the November 19, 2018 resolution to fund both with property taxes came during the August 30, 2021 GPC meeting, where the Administration was asked to re-evaluate the funding model and present options on timing, phase-in options, and affordability options.
The two options are as follows:
This illustration provides a detailed comparison of both options, including the estimated financial impact on single-family households, condominiums, and non-residential properties.
“Funding these services through a utility is a step in the right direction, as it provides additional transparency of program costs and accountability to customers through a fair and justifiable rate.” says Angela Gardiner, General Manager, Utilities and Environment. “We have done a thorough comparison of both options and we feel that the variable aspect of Option 2 is most favourable as it increases the customer’s control over their costs and encourages lower usage of residential garbage services by providing financial incentives for waste diversion.”
The full report and attachments can be found here.
Progress updates and a decision history can be found at saskatoon.ca/curbsideorganics.
Revised closing dates for Holiday Park and Wildwood golf courses
October 18, 2021 - 4:00pm
Closing dates for the City’s Holiday Park and Wildwood golf courses have been revised and will close on the following dates:
Holiday Park (back 9) – Wednesday, October 20
Wildwood (back 9) – Thursday, October 21
The courses were originally scheduled to close Sunday, October 24 but the forecasted weather requires an earlier closure to complete the operational requirements before winter. Silverwood front and back nine, Wildwood front 9, and Holiday Park front 9 and executive 9 already closed for the season.
Give the gift of fun! The Pro shops at Silverwood and Wildwood will be open for Club 6 Pack and gift card purchases until October 29, 2021. Pro Shop hours are Silverwood, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Wildwood 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Holiday Park Pro Shop will be closed for in-person purchases until February, 2022. Purchases can be made by phone at 306-975-3325 year-round.
For more information about any of the City’s golf courses please visit saskatoon.ca/golf.
Daily Road Report - October 19, 2021
October 18, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CLARENCE AVE S SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 19, 5:00 p.m.
AVE H N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 32ND ST W
(Water main replacement)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BRANDON PL
(Channelization)
Start: October 19, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB MEDIAN LANE & SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Cable pull)
Start: October 19, 9:00 a.m. End: October 19, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 28TH ST W TO 29TH ST E
(Sewer connection repair)
Start: October 19, 9:00 a.m. End: October 22, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
33RD ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Construction)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 19, 6:00 p.m.
NELSON RD ROAD CLOSED FROM HEAL AVE TO HEATH AVE
(Connections work)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 21, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB 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: October 25, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
COVID-19 self-testing kits are not available for pickup at Saskatoon Fire Halls
October 18, 2021 - 3:48am
The Government of Saskatchewan recently announced that COVID-19 ‘at home’ self-testing kits would be distributed to the general public this week and available for pickup at participating fire halls, local chambers of commerce, and SHA testing and assessment centres.
The Saskatoon Fire Department Fire Halls are not a participating pickup location. For safety reasons, Saskatoon’s Fire Halls have not been open to the public since the onset of the pandemic in March 2020. The public is asked to not go to or call a Fire Hall seeking testing kits.
A list of participating pickup locations will soon be available at Saskatchewan.ca/covid-19. The Government of Saskatchewan has indicated this list will be updated as kits are delivered and available, and as new sites participate.
For the latest updates, visit saskatoon.ca/covid-19.
Boychuk Drive closed between Arnason Crescent and Brandon Place starting Tuesday
October 18, 2021 - 8:00am
Boychuk Drive will be closed between Arnason Crescent and Brandon Place starting Tuesday, October 19, at 7:00 a.m. for channelization installation work. The Boychuk Drive roundabout will be closed during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take nine 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.
Avenue H closed between 31st and 33rd streets starting Tuesday
October 18, 2021 - 7:00am
Avenue H will be closed between 31st and 33rd streets starting Tuesday, October 19 at 7:00 a.m. for water main replacement work. 32nd Street will be closed between Avenue F and Avenue I 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 18, 2021
October 15, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
33RD ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO 1ST AVE N
(Construction)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 18, 6:00 p.m.
NELSON RD CLOSED FROM HEAL AVE TO HEATH AVE
(Connections work)
Start: October 18, 8:00 a.m. End: October 21, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB CURBSIDE SHOULDERS CLOSED FROM RUTH ST E TO CIRCLE DR S
(Litter pick up)
Start: October 18, 9:00 a.m. End: October 18, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S CURB SIDE SHOULDERS CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO PORTAGE AVE
(Litter pick up)
Start: October 18, 9:00 a.m. End: October 18, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LAVAL CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB 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: October 25, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
Weekend Road Report - October 16-17, 2021
October 15, 2021 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
COLLEGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM UNIVERSITY DR TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Tree pruning)
Start: October 16, 8:00 a.m. End: October 16, 2:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W EB LEFT TURN BAY & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT AVE C N
(Guardrail repair)
Start: October 17, 7:00 a.m. End: October 17, 10:00 a.m.
3RD AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Tree pruning)
Start: October 17, 8:00 a.m. End: October 17, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO SPADINA CRES W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: October 17, 8:30 a.m. End: October 17, 11:30 a.m.
CIRCLE DR NB RAMP CLOSED TO ATTRIDGE DR WB
(Guardrail repairs)
Start: October 17, 9:00 a.m. End: October 17, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM NORTHRIDGE DR TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(Vault work)
Start: October 17, 11:00 a.m. End: October 17, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W WB CURB & NEXT LANE CLOSED AT AVE C N
(Cable pulling in vaults)
Start: October 17, 11:00 a.m. End: October 17, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
NELSON RD SOUTH SIDEWALK CLOSED AT HEAL AVE
(Sidewalk closed)
Start: September 16, 6:00 a.m. End: October 16, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LAVAL CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB 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: October 25, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to Attridge Drive westbound closed on Sunday
October 15, 2021 - 11:00am
The Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to Attridge Drive westbound will be closed on Sunday, October 17 at 9:00 a.m. for guardrail repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take six 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 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.
3rd Avenue closed between 25th and Queen streets on Sunday
October 15, 2021 - 10:00am
3rd Avenue will be closed between 25th and Queen streets on Sunday, October 17, at 8:00 a.m. for tree pruning work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take one day 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.
Nelson Road closed between Heal and Health avenues starting Monday
October 15, 2021 - 9:00am
Nelson Road will be closed between Heal and Health avenues starting Monday, October 18, at 8:00 a.m. for roadway construction work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take four 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.
1st Avenue southbound exit ramp to Idylwyld Drive closed on Sunday
October 15, 2021 - 8:00am
The 1st Avenue southbound exit ramp to Idylwyld Drive will be closed on Sunday, October 17 at 8:30 a.m. for roadway resurfacing work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take three 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 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 15, 2021
October 14, 2021 - 3:30am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
IDYLWYLD DR S VARIOUS NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO RUTH ST E
(Grass trimming)
A crash attenuator truck will be used for this work
Start: October 15, 9:00 a.m. End: October 15, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Construction)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LAVAL CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 18, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB 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: October 25, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
2022/2023 Multi-Year Business Plan & Budget: Special Meeting Friday, October 15
October 14, 2021 - 5:25am
- Strategic Options to Reduce Expenditures 2022/2023 - information on strategic options to reduce expenditures for 2022 and 2023 to bring expenditures more in line with current revenue increases. This report provides service level reports that have been previously presented to City Council for consideration on whether there are service levels that could be adjusted to reduce expenditures in 2022 and 2023.
- User Fee Guidelines and Cost Recovery - information on user fees policies and cost recovery for optimal revenue budget to address this question: is the City of Saskatoon’s user fees and cost recoveries set at an appropriate level to reduce the mill-rate impact of programs and services as much as possible?
- 2021 Previously Approved Budgetary Items - throughout the year, City Council approved various initiatives that may have budgetary financial implications that extend into 2022 or later years. What is the effect on future budgets from the decisions City Council has made to date in 2021?
- Comparative Analysis of Recent Budget Adjustments in Selected Canadian Cities - comparative data for 2020, 2021, 2022 for tax increases and/or forecast tax increases in Edmonton, Calgary, Regina and Winnipeg with comment on significant initiatives in each municipality to reduce or hold tax increases.
- October 18, 2021: A list of prioritized Business Plan Options will be presented to the Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC).
- November 2021: The 2022/2023 Multi-Year Business Plan & Budget document will be released.
- November 29, 30 & December 1, 2021: City Council 2022/2023 Multi-Year Business Plan & Budget Review (deliberations) will take place.
A Special Budget Review Meeting will be held tomorrow, Friday, October 15, 2021, at 9:00 a.m. The City’s Standing Policy Committee on Finance will consider four information reports.
At the Standing Policy Committee on Finance last Special Meeting on August 31, 2021, when considering the 2022 and 2023 Indicative Budget, it resolved that the Administration provide additional reports on:
Budget Process Timeline – Next Steps
Any decisions made at the October 18 meeting or the November GPC meeting that impact the property tax rate will be forwarded to the Business Plan and Budget Review meeting in November to be debated but will not be reflected in the preliminary 2022/2023 Multi-Year Business Plan & Budget document.
For more information on the City’s multi-year budget process visit saskatoon.ca/budget.
Surveys show most Saskatoon residents satisfied with City life, services & performance
October 14, 2021 - 8:30am
- reliability of electrical services
- quality of drinking water
- speed of water main break repairs
- fire protection
- maintenance of city parks
- police services
- garbage collection
- recycling collection
- landfill services
- indoor leisure centres
- outdoor sports fields
- paddling pools & spray parks
- snow & ice road maintenance
- major road and freeway maintenance
- traffic management
- neighbourhood street maintenance
- accessibility of infrastructure for people with disabilities
- planning for growth and development
- affordable housing
- road maintenance
- snow and ice management
Saskatoon residents report high levels of satisfaction with City services and their quality of life, two separate public surveys show.
“We’re glad to see that even in light of the pandemic, a healthy majority of those surveyed told us they continue to enjoy a good quality of life and are satisfied with the services the City provides for the community,” says Carla Blumers, Director of Communications and Public Engagement.
Results of the 2021 Citizen Satisfaction & Performance Survey and the 2021 Performance, Priorities & Preferences Survey will be presented to the Governance and Priorities Committee at its meeting Monday, October 18. The surveys were conducted by Forum Research Inc. this past spring and summer, respectively, and each included a telephone survey, an online panel and an open survey link available to the public on the city website. The results of the telephone and online panel for both surveys are reliable and representative of the population due to the random selection process. When compared to the 2016 Canadian Census, this sample is reflective of the Saskatoon population, based on age and gender.
“After all that we’ve been through in the last few years, it’s encouraging to see that while we know that there are still areas to improve upon, overall, Saskatoon citizens continue to be satisfied with their quality of life, services, and the handling of and communications throughout the pandemic,” says Mayor Charlie Clark. “This speaks not only to City of Saskatoon staff, but to the community as a whole for their contributions in making Saskatoon a great place to live. The results of these surveys are a testament to the ability of our staff and City to adapt in an increasingly changing world.”
Results
Citizen Satisfaction & Performance
Telephone and online panel respondents of the Citizen Satisfaction & Performance Survey identify COVID-19 as the single most important issue facing the City of Saskatoon. This is followed by public safety/crime/policing, road maintenance, and taxes. Of note over the last several years, the mention of road construction has steadily diminished as a most important issue.
While half of respondents indicate COVID-19 has affected satisfaction with the quality of services the City of Saskatoon offers, 88% of telephone and 87% of online panel respondents express overall satisfaction with the quality of services provided by the City of Saskatoon.
City communications receive a strong endorsement with 85% of telephone and 71% of online panel respondents reporting the City provides timely and helpful information on impacts to civic services during the pandemic. And three-quarters of respondents (78% telephone and 73% online panel respondents) indicate the City provides a safe environment to access City facilities and services as the pandemic has allowed. When asked about the quality of City communications, 80% of telephone and 87% of online respondents indicate they are satisfied with them.
Turning to public engagement, 76% of telephone and 77% of online panel respondents say the City provides meaningful opportunities to participate in public engagement opportunities. Evaluations related to five areas of customer service improved significantly from 2018, particularly when it comes to providing consistent and reliable information.
Respondents overwhelmingly agree (91% telephone and 90% online panel) the City is effectively providing online services. Approximately one in three respondents (36% of telephone respondents and 32% of online panel respondents) feel that a combination of property tax and user fee increases is the best approach to balancing the budget.
Civic Services, Priorities & Preferences
Overall satisfaction remains the same or higher since 2018 for many of the 29 civic services included in the survey. Survey participants note their highest level of satisfaction with the City’s performance in each of the below areas of service as follows:
Transportation & Utilities:
Community & Public Services:
Waste Management:
Recreation & Culture:
Telephone and online panel respondents note they would like to see the City’s existing performance improve in the areas of:
The top three areas that telephone and online panel respondents indicate they would like to see the City provide more services for are:
“City of Saskatoon employees deserve great credit for the increased approval in communications and customer service,” Mayor Clark says. “We’ve seen employees become more adaptable than ever imagined in the last two years. This has allowed them to engage with residents in new ways as well as create more efficient ways to provide services. Participation from residents in these surveys is critical to highlight areas of strength, but also areas where improvement is still needed to deliver the results our residents come to expect. The lessons learned will allow the City of Saskatoon to better meet the expectations of residents now and in the years to come.”
The City of Saskatoon will use the results to inform decisions related to strategic priorities, budgeting, and service delivery, as well as to highlight opportunities for continuous improvement.
Previously scheduled to be conducted in 2020, both surveys were postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Moving forward, each survey will be conducted separately every year on a rotating basis. In 2022, the Civic Satisfaction & Performance survey will be conducted. In 2023, the Civic Services Service: Performance, Priorities & Preferences will be conducted.
Full summaries and the detailed results of both the Civic Satisfaction & Performance Survey and the Civic Services Performance, Priorities & Preferences Survey can be found on the City of Saskatoon website at https://www.saskatoon.ca/engage/2021-civic-surveys.
Daily Road Report - October 14, 2021
October 13, 2021 - 7:43am
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CONFEDERATION DR NB & SB ROTATING LANE CLOSURES AT 33RD ST W
(Groundwater monitoring)
Start: October 14, 9:00 a.m. End: October 14, 1:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM AVE P N TO AVE O N
(Junction box installation)
Start: October 14, 9:00 a.m. End: October 14, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE Y S
(Valve replacement)
Start: October 13, 8:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S SB DRIVING LANE CLOSED FROM WILSON CRES TO GLASGOW ST
(Construction)
Traffic will be maintained in the parking lane.
Start: October 12, 9:00 a.m. End: October 14, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Construction)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LAVAL CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB 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: October 25, 5:00 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
Rescheduled: Cumberland Avenue closed between 1st and 5th streets starting Thursday
October 13, 2021 - 7:00am
Cumberland Avenue will be closed between 1st and 5th streets starting Thursday, October 14, at 7:00 a.m. for catch basin replacement work. 3rd Street will be closed between Ewart and Jackson 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 13, 2021
October 12, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NELSON RD EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LOWE RD TO HEAL AVE
(Concrete pumping)
Start: October 13, 6:00 a.m. End: October 13, 6:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO CIRCLE DR W
(Guardrail install)
Start: October 13, 9:00 a.m. End: October 13, 3:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR SB RAMP MEDIAN LANE TO 8TH ST CLOSED
(Bridge repairs)
Closure will be set daily between 9:00 a.m. & 3:00 p.m.
Start: October 13, 9:00 a.m. End: October 15, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Connection replacement)
Start: October 12, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO MCMASTER CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Q S TO AVE T S
(Water main repairs)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Construction)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
NELSON RD SOUTH SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Sidewalk closed)
Start: September 16, 6:00 a.m. End: October 16, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LAVAL CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Water main install)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 21, 6:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.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.
Landfill winter hours now in effect
October 11, 2021 - 7:00am
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended to help reduce the spread of the virus.
- The landfill is not included in the list of City of Saskatoon programs and facilities where public access requires full proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. Landfill staff do not ask anyone for proof of vaccination and masks are not required in this open-air environment, although physical distancing is still encouraged.
The landfill has switched back to winter hours as of Monday, October 11. The facility, located off Valley Road, south of 11th Street, will be open from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., seven days a week.
Residents and commercial customers are reminded to follow all signs and/or instructions from landfill staff.
COVID-19 updates:
Visit saskatoon.ca/landfill for information on rates and acceptable material.
Council approves mandatory proof of full vaccination or negative test within all City Leisure Centre areas & indoor rinks
October 8, 2021 - 5:08am
- Wallet cards received at time of immunization
- A printed copy of your MySaskHealthRecord vaccine certificate (with or without a QR code) or a ‘screenshot’ of your vaccine certificate (with or without a QR code) saved to your device
- A COVID-19 vaccine printout from Saskatchewan Health Authority Public Health
- A QR code/MySaskHealthRecord vaccine certificate uploaded to SK Vax Wallet app which will is available free from Google Play or Apple App stores
- Official proof of vaccine documents from other governments
Boulevard Garden end of season clean up
October 8, 2021 - 9:34am
It’s the time of year to remove temporary materials such as garden pots and containers, bird baths, and ornaments from Boulevard Gardens to reduce the risk of damage to both the garden and snow removal equipment. Any materials left on site over winter may be damaged or destroyed by snow removal, snow storage, or other road operations. Residents must remove temporary materials from the garden site by October 15, 2021.
Boulevard Gardens are public, City-owned spaces beside local streets that are planted and maintained by residents. Boulevard Gardens can grow food and community, add beauty to neighbourhoods, provide habitat, and help manage storm water.
Find more information about Boulevard Gardens including where gardens are permitted, what approvals are required, what types of gardens are allowed, and the expectations for maintenance visit: saskatoon.ca/boulevards.
Sweeping on Saskatoon’s leafiest street begins Tuesday, October 12
October 8, 2021 - 9:59am
- Pick up leaves on the sidewalk and boulevard beside your property. Please don’t push leaves onto the street because big piles of leaves slow down sweeping.
- Put loose leaves in your green cart or take them to a compost depot. Bagged leaves can go in your black cart.
- Watch for yellow No Parking signs and move your car by 7 a.m. on your sweep day. Refer to Find My Vehicle! to locate your vehicle if it was towed or call our Customer Care Centre at 306-975-2476.
Street sweeping will start after the Thanksgiving long weekend, weather pending. Fallen leaves are plentiful in some of Saskatoon’s oldest neighourhoods and can plug catch basins causing flooding in the spring.
The main purpose of the fall sweep is to reduce the risk of flooding by cleaning up the leaves along the curb. Another benefit of fall sweeping is that it improves the efficiency of the spring clean-up.
Only the leafiest streets in these neighbourhoods are included: Buena Vista, Caswell Hill, City Park, Exhibition, Holiday Park, King George, Mayfair, Nutana, Riversdale and Varsity View. The streets being swept this fall were selected based on their flooding risk and density of tree canopy. Find your sweep day at saskatoon.ca/sweep.
Like residential street sweeping in the spring, temporary parking restrictions will be enforced with ticketing and towing as required.
How you can help us
Service Alerts will be issued for any unexpected changes that may affect the sweeping schedule, such as weather. Find more information at saskatoon.ca/sweep.
Daily Road Report, October 12, 2021
October 8, 2021 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BOYCHUK DR INTERSECTION CLOSED AT LAVAL CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Water main install)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 21, 6:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE & SHOULDER CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO PETERS COVE
(Roadwork)
Start: October 12, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 4:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Connection replacement)
Start: October 12, 8:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S SB LANES ROAD CLOSED FROM WILSON CRES TO GLASGOW ST
(construction)
Start: October 12, 9:00 a.m. End: October 12, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO ISABELLA ST E
(Roadways patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes.
Start: October 12, 9:00 a.m. End: October 12, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MILLAR AVE TO WARMAN RD
(Sanitary sewer cleaning)
Start: October 11, 8:00 p.m. End: October 12, 5:00 a.m.
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO MCMASTER CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Q S TO AVE T S
(Water main repairs)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Construction)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
NELSON RD SOUTH SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Sidewalk closed)
Start: September 16, 6:00 a.m. End: October 16, 6:00 p.m.
14TH ST E WB LANES & CURB LANE; & CIRCLE DR NB RAMP CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CARLETON DR
(PWM repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB Lanes.
Start: September 27, 9:30 a.m. End: October 17, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Water main construction)
Start: September 20, 10:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
KENSINGTON GATE W ROAD CLOSED FROM NEAULT RD TO KENSINGTON LANE N
(Water main work)
Start: September 13, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 6:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB & SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM 22ND ST W TO KENSINGTON GATE W
(Water main work)
Start: September 15, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Long Weekend Road Report, October 9-11, 2021
October 8, 2021 - 2:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT QUEEN ST
(Catch basin lead repair)
Start: October 9, 8:00 a.m. End: October 10, 5:00 p.m.
OVERNIGHT
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MILLAR AVE TO WARMAN RD
(Sanitary sewer cleaning)
Start: October 11, 8:00 p.m. End: October 12, 5:00 a.m.
ONGOING
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE W S TO AVE Y S
(Valve replacement)
Start: October 8, 8:00 a.m. End: October 9, 4:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB RIGHT TURN BAY; & WB LEFT TURN BAY CLOSED AT CONFEDERATION DR
(Intersection improvements)
Start: October 7, 7:00 a.m. End: October 10, 5:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO MCMASTER CRES
(Channelization)
Start: October 4, 9:00 a.m. End: October 13, 5:00 p.m.
20TH ST W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE Q S TO AVE T S
(Water main repairs)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: October 14, 4:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Construction)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 6:00 p.m.
NELSON RD SOUTH SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Sidewalk closed)
Start: September 16, 6:00 a.m. End: October 16, 6:00 p.m.
14TH ST E WB LANES & CURB LANE; & CIRCLE DR NB RAMP CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CARLETON DR
(PWM repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB Lanes.
Start: September 27, 9:30 a.m. End: October 17, 4:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Water main construction)
Start: September 20, 10:00 a.m. End: October 25, 5:00 p.m.
KENSINGTON GATE W ROAD CLOSED FROM NEAULT RD TO KENSINGTON LANE N
(Water main work)
Start: September 13, 7:00 a.m. End: October 25, 6:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD NB & SB SPEED REDUCTION FROM 22ND ST W TO KENSINGTON GATE W
(Water main work)
Start: September 15, 9:00 a.m. End: October 26, 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 NEW MCORMOND DR
(Construction)
Start: April 26, 7:00 a.m. End: October 31, 7:00 a.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Boychuk Drive closed between Moncton Place and Western Crescent starting Tuesday
October 1, 2021 - 5:38am
Boychuk Drive will be closed between Moncton Place and Western Crescent starting Tuesday, October 12, at 7:00 a.m. for channelization installation work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take nine 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.
Construction on new lift station underway; detour to impact portion of Meewasin Trail
October 8, 2021 - 4:02am
The Spadina Lift Station, on the west shore of the South Saskatchewan River, is nearing the end of its service life. Construction on a new lift station is now underway on the same site.
“We rely on the existing Spadina Lift Station to transport about sixty per-cent of Saskatoon’s wastewater from the sanitary sewer system to the Wastewater Treatment Plant,” says Russ Munro, Director of Saskatoon Water. “The lift station is more than seventy years old and has reached a point where major modifications would ne necessary for it to keep up with growing capacity. It is more cost effective to build a new one.”
The City is grateful for its funding partnership with the Government of Canada and the Government of Saskatchewan to help make this project a reality. Under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program, the Government of Canada will fund up to $7.2 million toward the Spadina Lift Station project and the Government of Saskatchewan will contribute up to $5,999,400. The remainder of the $18 million project will be funded by the City of Saskatoon, along with any additional costs.
A second building on the same site was completed in 2016 and serves as a bypass lift station. It operates whenever the primary lift station can not meet the flow demand. Unlike the existing lift station, it will not be demolished and will remain in use following completion of the new lift station.
Beginning on Tuesday, October 12, 2021, the Meewasin Trail next to the lift station site will be closed and trail users will be detoured onto a temporary trail (see map). The original trail will reopen once construction is complete in 2023.
For more information about the project and to see a map of the construction site and temporary trail detour, visit saskatoon.ca/liftstation.
1st Avenue closed between King and Queen streets starting Saturday
October 8, 2021 - 7:00am
1st Avenue will be closed between King and Queen streets starting Saturday, October 9, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin repair work. Queen Street will be closed between 1st and 2nd 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.
Civic Services & Holiday Hours for Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 11
October 7, 2021 - 4:00pm
The City of Saskatoon will have a number of adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Thanksgiving Day. Wondering what’s open or closed? See full details on the City’s website.