News Releases

NEW

3RD AVE CLOSED FROM 23RD ST TO 25TH ST
(Road resurfacing)
25th St EB curb lane closed at 3rd Ave
Start: July 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 8, 6:00 p.m.

20TH ST W CLOSED FROM AVE G S TO AVE H S INCLUDING AVE H INTERSECTION
(Streetscaping)
Start: July 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 17, 5:00 p.m.

2ND AVE S CLOSED BETWEEN SAUNDERS PL & SPADINA CRES E
(Hydrant installation)
Start: July 6, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: ATTRIDGE DR EB & WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED BETWEEN CENTRAL AVE & CIRCLE DR
(Road widening)
Night work only. Restrictions set at 6.30 p.m. and lifted at 6.30 a.m. daily.
Start: July 6, 6:30 p.m. End: July 11, 6:30 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: 22ND ST W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM FAIRMONT DR TO CONFEDERATION DR
(Paving)
No right turn to Confederation Dr
Start: July 6, 7:00 p.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED BETWEEN LAURIER DR & CLANCY DR
(Bridge washing)
Start: July 6, 9:00 p.m. End: July 7, 5:00 a.m.

ONGOING

SPADINA CRES W CLOSED BETWEEN AVE A S & AVE C S
(Wakeride)
Ave B closed approaching Spadina Cres
Start: July 3, 8:00 a.m. End: July 6, 12:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES E WB CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Jazz Festival)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.

UPDATE: CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Concrete work)
Start: June 18, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11 NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT VICTOR RD
(Stonebridge Interchange construction)
Start: June 15, 10:00 a.m. End: July 6, 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 11, 4:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE.

NEW SUNDAY

CIRCLE DR W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN AVE A N & IDYLWYLD DR N
(Electronic work)
Start: July 5, 6:00 a.m. End: July 5, 8:00 a.m.

3RD AVE & 23RD ST INTERSECTION CLOSED
(Road resurfacing)
*The Transit Bus Mall will be temporarily relocated to 2nd Ave between 23rd St & 24th St*
Start: July 5, 7:00 a.m. End: July 5, 6:00 p.m.

VALLEY RD NB TO CIRCLE DR EB RAMP CLOSED / CIRCLE DR EB TO LORNE AVE RAMP CLOSED
(Prairie Grand Fondo)
Circle Dr EB curb lane closed from Valley Rd to Lorne Ave
Start: July 5, 9:00 a.m. End: July 5, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

SPADINA CRES W CLOSED BETWEEN AVE A S & AVE C S
(Wakeride)
Ave B closed approaching Spadina Cres
Start: July 3, 8:00 a.m. End: July 6, 12:00 p.m

SPADINA CRES E WB CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Jazz Festival)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.

UPDATE: CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Concrete work)
Start: June 18, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11 NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT VICTOR RD
(Stonebridge Interchange construction)
Start: June 15, 10:00 a.m. End: July 6, 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 11, 4:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

The final phase of the 20^th Street West Streetscape Improvement Project from Avenue G to Avenue H is set to begin on Monday, July 6, 2015, and anticipated to be complete by the end of August.

 The following road restrictions will take place during construction, subject to weather conditions:

• July 6 to July 20:  the intersection of Avenue H and 20^th Street West will be closed.
• July 6 to August 3:  20^th Street West westbound will be closed between Avenue G and Avenue H.  Two-way traffic will be accommodated in the eastbound lanes.
• August 4 to August 31:  20^th Street West eastbound will be closed between Avenue H and Avenue G.  Two-way traffic will be accommodated in the westbound lanes.

 Businesses located in the area will be open, as usual, during construction, and there will be minimal disruptions to people walking.

 This project is part of the 20^th Street Streetscape Improvement Master Plan approved by City Council in 1993.  Developed in conjunction with the Riversdale Business Improvement District (BID) and community, the Master Plan called for streetscape improvements along 20^th Street West from Avenue A to Avenue H with the intent of creating a vibrant and cohesive retail corridor that celebrates the unique character and diverse cultures of the area.  Phases I and II were completed between 2013 and 2014.

 The $3.75 million project, funded from the BID Streetscape Reserve Program, includes aesthetic improvements to the street and sidewalk areas along 20^th Street West such as:

• new sidewalk and amenity strip installation;
• bus bulbs and corner bulbs to enhance pedestrian safety;
• new street furniture, trees, and street banners;
• three public art projects; and
• design elements that incorporate the Riversdale area’s rich history and heritage.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

NEW

SPADINA CRES W CLOSED BETWEEN AVE A S & AVE C S
(Wakeride)
Ave B closed approaching Spadina Cres
Start: July 3, 8:00 a.m. End: July 6, 12:00 p.m

ONGOING

SPADINA CRES E WB CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Jazz Festival)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.

CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Concrete work)
Start: June 18, 9:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11 NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT VICTOR RD
(Stonebridge Interchange construction)
Start: June 15, 10:00 a.m. End: July 6, 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

UPDATE: AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 11, 4:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

Household hazardous waste requires proper disposal to reduce risks to humans and animals, and prevent pollution of our land, water and air. These materials should not be placed in your garbage or recycling bins, poured down the drain or toilet, or released into the environment.

To ensure household hazardous materials are safely disposed of or recycled, the City coordinates regular Household Hazardous Waste Days for residents to drop-off these materials. A temporary site will be set up at SaskTel Centre parking lot (101 - 3515 Thatcher Avenue) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on the following dates in 2015:

2015 Household Hazardous Waste Days:

• July 4
• August 15
• September 19
• October 17
• November 21

For a complete list of materials accepted at HHW Days, please visit Saskatoon.ca/hazardouswaste. A number of items can also be returned to local retailers for convenient and safe disposal or recycling – for current opportunities in the community, please visit Saskwastereduction.ca.

Please do not bring paint to Household Hazardous Waste Days. Leftover paint and empty paint cans are accepted without charge at all SARCAN recycling depots in Saskatoon. A complete list of paint/paint products accepted at SARCAN locations can be found at www.sarcan.ca/pages/paint.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

The Henk Ruys Soccer Centre and SaskTel Sports Centre have been designated as an Emergency Evacuation sites to shelter evacuees from northern Saskatchewan who have been displaced by the wildfires. As a result of the SaskTel Sports Centre being add as an emergency evacuation site, the Fitness Circuit & Terry Fox Track is now closed to the public.  Patrons are encouraged to utilize other City of Saskatoon leisure facilities until further notice. LeisureCard holders are reminded they have unlimited access to any of the other leisure facilities, including Cosmo, Lakewood and Lawson Civic Centres, Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre, Saskatoon Field House, and Shaw Centre

The City of Saskatoon is trying to make evacuees as comfortable as possible. We anticipate events such as this during forest fire season and for many years we have kept evacuations at the forefront of our emergency planning. Volunteers are coordinated through the Canadian Red Cross and are not currently required at the emergency evacuation sites.  However, those interested in learning more about volunteering with the Red Cross may contact the local office at 306-668-0720 or visit www.redcross.ca. Although appreciated, we are unable to accept donations at Henk Ruys Soccer Centre or the Sasktel Sports Centre. 

We take the safety of our outdoor workers very seriously and wherever possible, we limit or reschedule strenuous outdoor activity and allow employees to take more frequent indoor breaks. Due to the air quality and to allow for more frequent indoor breaks of outdoor pool staff, the City has closed George Ward and Mayfair pools. Lathey and Riversdale remain open, as do City golf courses and the Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo. Please visit Service Alerts at www.saskatoon.ca for the latest updates on the availability of Leisure Facilities.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

NEW

CIRCLE DR E EB CURB (OUSTIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING PRESTON AVE OFF-RAMP
(SaskTel manhole access)
Access to Preston Ave off-ramp maintained
Start: July 2, 9:00 a.m. End: July 2, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR S EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING LORNE AVE
(Manhole repair)
Access to Lorne Ave off-ramp maintained
Start: July 2, 9:00 a.m. End: July 2, 4:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR W OVERPASS OVER 33RD ST W CLOSED
(Bridge washing)
Use exit ramps to on-ramp to continue on Circle Dr
Start: July 2, 9:00 p.m. End: July 3, 5:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: 22ND ST W WB CENTRE & CURB LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO DIEFENBAKER DR
(Paving)
Diefenbaker Dr closed from Worobetz Pl to 22nd St W
Start: July 2, 7:30 p.m. End: July 3, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

SPADINA CRES E WB CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Jazz Festival)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.

CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Concrete work)
Start: June 18, 9:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11 NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT VICTOR RD
(Stonebridge Interchange construction)
Start: June 15, 10:00 a.m. End: July 6, 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

NEW

33RD ST E WB FROM 3RD AVE N TO 1ST AVE N
(Water & sewer replacement)
Detour 33rd St WB > 1st Ave NB > 38th St WB > Quebec Ave SB
Start: July 1, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED BETWEEN 111TH ST W & 115TH ST W
(Water & sewer replacement)
112th St intersection closed. Follow detours
Start: July 1, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 5:00 p.m.

8TH ST WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT WIGGINS AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Wiggins Ave closed from 8th St to 9th St
Start: July 1, 7:00 a.m. End: July 2, 5:00 p.m.

SPEED REDUCTION: CIRCLE DR SOUTH BRIDGE
(Canada Day fireworks)
Speed reduced to 60 km/h. No stopping on the bridge.
Start: July 1, 9:30 p.m. End: July 2, 11:30 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: 22ND ST W WB CENTRE & CURB LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR W TO DIEFENBAKER DR
(Paving)
Diefenbaker Dr closed from Worobetz Pl to 22nd St W
Start: July 1, 7:30 p.m. End: July 2, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

IDYLWYLD DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED BETWEEN 51ST ST & HWY 16
(Cross-over construction)
Start: June 30, 6:00 a.m. End: July 1, 6:00 p.m. (Tentative)

HWY 16 EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED BETWEEN IDYLWYLD DR & MARQUIS DR
(Cross-over construction)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: July 1, 6:00 p.m. (Tentative)

SPADINA CRES E WB CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Saskatchewan Jazz Festival)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.

UPDATE: CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Concrete work)
Start: June 18, 9:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11 NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT VICTOR RD
(Stonebridge Interchange construction)
Start: June 15, 10:00 a.m. End: July 6, 6:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: July 8, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 EB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane of traffic will be maintained on the WB overpass.
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: Tentative - August 7, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE CLOSED BETWEEN SPADINA CRES & COLLEGE DR
(Bridge Repairs)
Start: May 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 31, 6:00 p.m.

All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.

Slow down, pay attention and respect work zones. Watch for pedestrians and work crews, and for everyone’s safety, please obey all detours, signs and barriers.

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information and subscribe to Traffic Detour Service Alerts at saskatoon.ca/service-alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

The City of Saskatoon is cautioning customers about a new telephone scam. Customers are receiving calls where the caller claims to represent the City of Saskatoon and says utilities will be disconnected if a payment is not received, and possibly asking for credit card or bank information.

The City of Saskatoon is reminding customers that credit card or bank account information is never collected over the telephone. The City of Saskatoon will send notices regarding outstanding utility account balances in the mail, and use an automated dialer to remind customers to contact Corporate Revenue before utility services are impacted.

Customers are asked to report suspicious calls by contacting Corporate Revenue at 306-975-2400 or the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

The City of Saskatoon reminds property owners that the due date for payment of 2015 property taxes is today - Tuesday, June 30, 2015*. Payment can be made in person by cheque, cash or debit at City Hall up to 5:00 p.m. on June 30. Property taxes may also be paid while doing your regular business at most financial institutions and banks.

City Hall Drop Boxes – you can place your property tax payment in one of the two drop boxes located at City Hall outside the main entrance or in the main foyer. Cheques only please, do not deposit cash. City Hall is located at 222-3^rd Avenue North in Saskatoon.

If you have mailed in your property tax payment, you can check your account balance by calling our Automated Voice Response toll free at 1-800-667-9944, or 306-975-2400 to determine if your payment has been received.

*A penalty of 1.25% per month will be applied to any 2015 taxes unpaid after June 30, 2015.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.