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Bird and Neuron successful vendors to provide shared e-scooter pilot program
May 17, 2023 - 3:00pm
The City of Saskatoon is pleased to announce that Bird and Neuron have been selected as the successful vendors for a two-year pilot to provide the shared e-scooter pilot program in Saskatoon.
After completing the procurement process, Bird and Neuron were chosen to provide residents and visitors with an affordable, convenient and sustainable transportation option. This will be the first-time shared e-scooters will be available in Saskatoon, and the City is excited to have these industry leaders bring this service to our community.
"We believe this shared e-scooter pilot will provide benefits to our community, and we look forward to seeing it in action," says Jay Magus, Director of Transportation. "We will work closely with Bird and Neuron to ensure the implementation of this shared e-scooter pilot is safe, reliable, and enjoyable for all users. We will hold the two vendors to our approved framework which was developed with input from local stakeholders and residents of Saskatoon."
Neuron’s shared e-scooters will be available to ride as early as Thursday, May 18 and Bird’s shared e-scooters are expected to be available Monday, May 22. To ride an e-scooter start by downloading the Bird or Neuron apps on the Apple Store or on Google Play.
The framework for the pilot requires e-scooter renters to follow the Provincial regulations: e-scooters cannot be operated at a speed greater than 24 km/hr, minimum rider age of 16 years or older and riders are required to wear helmets.
Shared e-scooters must operate within the approved service area (found on the vendors app) on shared-use paths, pathways, cycle tracks, protected bike lanes and – where no such paths are available – may ride on streets with posted speed limits of 50 km/hr or lower. Shared e-scooters are not permitted to ride on sidewalks.
Personal e-scooters are not currently allowed on any city street, sidewalk or pathway. The City plans to consider allowing private e-scooters in 2024 once we have conducted a year of this pilot program.
Please ride responsibly to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all road and pathway users.
To learn more about this pilot please visit saskatoon.ca/electric-scooter-pilot.
About Bird and Neuron
Bird and Neuron are leading providers of shared e-scooters, operating in multiple cities across North America and Australia. Both companies provide affordable and sustainable transportation options to communities worldwide.
Daily Road Report - May 18, 2023
May 17, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COLONY ST TO AIRD ST
(Water main work)
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 7:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM RUTH ST E TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Connection repair work)
Start: May 18, 7:30 a.m. End: May 19, 8:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LEFT TURN BAY LANES RESTRICTED AT MILLAR AVE
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 18, 9:00 a.m. End: May 18, 12:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Pavement markings)
Start: May 17, 7:00 p.m. End: May 18, 5:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 16 WB FROM ZIMMERMAN RD TO CIRCLE DR E
(Ministry of Highways Paving)
Access to Boychuk Dr will be maintained
Start: May 13, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 16 EB FROM CIRCLE DR E TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Ministry of Highways Paving)
Access to Boychuk Dr will be maintained
Start: May 15, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
AVE H S INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 16TH ST W
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: May 15, 9:00 a.m. End: May 18, 5:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR LANE CLOSURES FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Groundwater monitoring)
Rotating lane closures will be set daily
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 18, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Bridge repair)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 19, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 4TH AVE S
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: May 15, 6:30 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Concrete replacement)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes
Start: May 8, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD SPEED REDUCED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Topsoil stripping)
Start: November 19, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WARMAN RD
(Bridge Rehab)
Two-Way traffic will be maintained across the Bridge. Max Load width is 4.5m
Start: February 28, 6:00 a.m. End: June 10, 7:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TEMPERANCE ST TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Construction)
Start: May 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 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.
Victoria Day Long Weekend: Adjusted holiday hours & civic services on Monday, May 22
May 17, 2023 - 1:45pm
It’s the much-anticipated May long weekend, always the kickoff to another great summer in Saskatoon!
The City will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Victoria Day, Monday, May 22.
Be sure to check out what's open or closed, details on parking requirements and Saskatoon Transit holiday hours, and information on Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo, Leisure Centres, Waste Collections and more.
Check the City's detailed Victoria Day list here.
Have a safe long weekend everyone!
Victoria Day Long Weekend: Adjusted holiday hours & civic services on Monday, May 22
May 17, 2023 - 1:30pm
- Fixed route transit will operate with holiday hours on Victoria Day, Monday, May 22
- On-Demand Transit will not be available on Victoria Day, Monday, May 22
- Access Transit will operate with holiday hours (8 a.m. – 11 p.m.)
- Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed but phone lines (306-975-3100) will be open from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Parking payment is not required on Victoria Day, May 22
- Motorists are reminded that all other parking requirements remain in effect, including parking time limits
- Vehicles will not be released to the public on Victoria Day, May 22
- Open for regular business on Saturday, May 20 from 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
- Garbage (Black Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Recycling (Blue Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- Organics (Green Cart) – Collections as scheduled
- For collection schedules and reminders, get the Saskatoon Waste Wizard app or visit saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar
- The Landfill is open over the May long weekend from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
- Cash transactions are accepted, although Credit and Debit are recommended
- More information at saskatoon.ca/landfill
- The compost depots are open over the May long weekend with normal operating hours.
- West Compost Depot – open 7 days a week, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- East Compost Depot – open Thursday to Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- More information at saskatoon.ca/compostdepots
- The cemetery office is closed on Victoria Day, May 22
- Cemetery grounds are open to the public 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily as per usual
- Zoo – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Forestry Farm Park - 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Buckeye Café - 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Zoo Gift Shop – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Cosmo Civic Centre - CLOSED
- Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre
- Closed for facility upgrade. Learn more at saskatoon.ca/harrybailey
- Lakewood Civic Centre – 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Lawson Civic Centre – 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Saskatoon Field House - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Shaw Centre – 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Terry Fox Track– CLOSED
It’s the much-anticipated May long weekend, always the kickoff to another great summer ahead in Saskatoon!
The City will have several adjusted civic services and hours of operation on Victoria Day, Monday, May 22 as follows:
CITY HALL
All Administrative Offices are closed on Monday, May 22 and will reopen Tuesday, May 23 at 8 a.m.
ROADWAY DETOURS & CLOSURES
Check here for detailed long weekend road restrictions for priority one roadways.
REMAI MODERN
Remai Modern is closed on Victoria Day, Monday, May 22.
SASKATOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
All library locations will be closed on Victoria Day, Monday, May 22.
SASKATOON TRANSIT
PAY PARKING
MUNICIPAL IMPOUND LOT
WASTE COLLECTIONS
LANDFILL
COMPOST DEPOTS
WOODLAWN CEMETERY
SASKATOON FORESTRY FARM PARK & ZOO HOURS
Regular Hours of Operation:
LEISURE CENTRES
Search for drop-in program information including fitness and weight room hours, public swim sessions and fitness programs on Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline
GOLF COURSES
Holiday Park, Silverwood and Wildwood golf courses are open regular hours of operation 6 a.m. to dusk.
Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park
Open -10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
NOTIFYNOW
Residents are encouraged to sign-up to notifynow for timely and targeted public safety messages. Notifynow is a free service. Tell us how to best reach you on your preferred communication device. Visit saskatoon.ca/notifynow for more information.
YXE SERVICE ALERTS
For information and updates on service disruptions such as power or water check saskatoon.ca/servicealerts or follow @yxeservicealert on Twitter.
Collision closes Circle Drive northbound between Taylor & 8th Street
May 17, 2023 - 7:30am
Circle Drive northbound is currently closed from Taylor Street to 8th Street due to a vehicular accident. Crews will be working to assess the damage to the median pole base and restore normal traffic flow as quickly as possible. An alternative route is Circle Drive west. Message boards are in place.
Please follow all posted signs and adhere to the designated detours in place. Your patience and compliance are greatly appreciated as we work towards resolving this issue.
Saskatoon Transit service may be affected by this traffic delay. To stay up to date with any service alerts and access real-time bus information, we recommend using popular third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Cumberland Avenue closed between Ruth and Adelaide streets starting Thursday
May 17, 2023 - 7:00am
Cumberland Avenue will be closed between Ruth and Adelaide streets starting Thursday, May 18, at 8:00 a.m. for connection repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Days Update
May 16, 2023 - 4:00pm
- Household paint, batteries and electronics can be dropped off at all SARCAN depot locations at no cost.
- Used oil, antifreeze, and containers can be dropped off at a SARRC EcoCentre at the Saskatoon landfill for no tipping fee if the materials are identified when entering the landfill.
- Visit this website for other drop-off events taking place around Saskatoon.
The previously provided and popular Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop Off Days will be delayed this year as a vendor has yet to be confirmed.
Once a contract has been awarded to run the program, the HHW collection events will begin. The City has long offered this program and we recognize that residents were eager for its return. We aim to provide an update on HHW programming in late June.
In the interim, other options for disposal of common HHW material include:
A complete list of acceptable items and unacceptable items is available at saskatoon.ca/hazardouswaste.
Daily Road Report - May 17, 2023
May 16, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
8TH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE TO POPLAR CRES
(Minor bridge repair)
Start: May 17, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 5:00 p.m.
HIGHWAY 16 NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 17, 12:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 17, 2:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 40TH A ST E
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 17, 2:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MAPLE ST E TO ISABELLA ST W
(Sewer lining)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 17, 3:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR LANE CLOSURES FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Groundwater monitoring)
Rotating lane closures will be set daily
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 18, 1:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Bridge repairs)
Start: May 17, 9:00 a.m. End: May 19, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT TAYLOR ST E
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 17, 12:00 p.m. End: May 17, 3:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Pavement markings)
Start: May 17, 7:00 p.m. End: May 18, 5:00 a.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM WHEELER PL TO 51ST ST E
(Pavement markings)
Start: May 16, 7:00 p.m. End: May 17, 6:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 16 WB FROM ZIMMERMAN RD TO CIRCLE DR E
(Ministry of Highways Paving)
During work, access to & from Boychuk Dr will be maintained
Start: May 13, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 16 EB FROM CIRCLE DR E TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Ministry of Highways Paving)
During work, access to & from Boychuk Dr will be maintained
Start: May 15, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
4TH AVE S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 15, 8:00 a.m. End: May 17, 6:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S NB CURB & PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO CAMPBELL AVE
(Watermain work)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 6:00 p.m.
22ND ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 4TH AVE S
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: May 15, 6:30 a.m. End: May 21, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Concrete replacement)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes
Start: May 8, 7:00 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD SPEED REDUCED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Topsoil stripping)
Start: November 19, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WARMAN RD
(Bridge Rehab)
Two-Way traffic will be maintained across the Bridge. Max Load width is 4.5m
Start: February 28, 6:00 a.m. End: June 10, 7:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TEMPERANCE ST TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Construction)
Start: May 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 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.
A burning issue: smoking materials and fire risk
May 16, 2023 - 7:30am
- Safely store smoking materials up high, away from children’s reach.
- When smoking, use a deep, heavy ashtray that does not tip over to hold ashes and butts.
- Dispose of smoking materials in a metal, ceramic or glass container with a lid that has water or sand at the bottom.
- Keep disposed smoking materials a safe distance from anything combustible.
- Never discard smoking materials in vegetation, mulch, peat moss, potted plants, leaves, grasses, or other easily combustible materials.
- Douse smoking materials in water or sand to ensure they are safely out.
- Cigarettes
- Cigars
- Electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes), otherwise known as vape pens
- Drug paraphernalia
- Lighters and matches
Smoking materials are a leading cause of outdoor fires. As temperatures warm up and residents enjoy more time outdoors, improper or inadequate storage and disposal of smoking materials becomes a greater risk.
Residents are reminded to:
Smoking materials include, but are not limited to:
Smoking material fires are preventable fires. A dropped or improperly disposed cigarette can smoulder for hours before bursting into flames or can ignite sooner in windy conditions. Be a responsible smoker and properly put out smoking materials completely and safely, every time.
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/smoking.
Daily Road Report - May 16, 2023
May 15, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM MELROSE AVE TO MCPHERSON AVE
(Roadway patching)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes
Start: May 16, 7:00 a.m. End: May 16, 3:00 p.m.
8TH ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES W TO COY AVE
(Bridge maintenance)
Start: May 16, 7:00 a.m. End: May 16, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM CHURCHILL DR TO ASSINIBOINE DR
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: May 16, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 11:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM EASTHILL TO HIGHWAY 16
(Guardrail repairs)
Start: May 16, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 12:00 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO 22ND ST W
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: May 16, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 3:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM WITNEY AVE S TO WITNEY AVE N
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 16, 9:00 a.m. End: May 16, 3:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT EMPRESS ST
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: May 16, 10:30 a.m. End: May 16, 2:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB ACCELERATION LANE CLOSED AT HIGHWAY 16
(Guardrail repair)
Start: May 16, 12:00 p.m. End: May 16, 3:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
WANUSKEWIN RD SB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM 71ST ST E TO ADILMAN DR
(Pavement markings)
Intersections will remain open
Start: May 15, 7:00 p.m. End: May 16, 5:00 a.m.
WANUSKEWIN RD SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM WHEELER PL TO 51ST ST E
(Pavement markings)
Start: May 16, 7:00 p.m. End: May 17, 6:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 16 WB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM ZIMMERMAN RD TO CIRCLE DR E
(Ministry of Highways Paving)
During work, access to & from Boychuk Dr will be maintained
Start: May 13, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
HIGHWAY 16 EB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM CIRCLE DR E TO ZIMMERMAN RD
(Ministry of Highways Paving)
During work, access to & from Boychuk Dr will be maintained
Start: May 15, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
4TH AVE S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Construction)
Start: May 15, 8:00 a.m. End: May 17, 6:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S NB CURB & PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 5:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO CAMPBELL AVE
(Watermain work)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: May 17, 6:00 p.m.
22ND ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 4TH AVE S
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: May 15, 6:30 a.m. End: May 22, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Concrete replacement)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes
Start: May 8, 7:00 a.m. End: May 27, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD SPEED REDUCED FROM 22ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Topsoil stripping)
Start: November 19, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 4:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WARMAN RD
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-Way traffic will be maintained across the Bridge. Max Load width is 4.5m
Start: February 28, 6:00 a.m. End: June 10, 7:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TEMPERANCE ST TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Construction)
Start: May 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 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.