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Long Weekend Road Report - May 20-22, 2023
May 19, 2023 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
7TH AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Manhole repair)
Start: May 20, 8:00 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST W LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM NEAULT RD TO STEEVES AVE
(Sikh Parade)
Start: May 20, 10:30 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM MCARTHUR LANE TO STEEVES AVE
(Sikh Parade)
Start: May 20, 10:30 a.m. End: May 20, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM BRAND RD TO PORTAGE AVE
(Water main repair)
Start: May 21, 8:00 a.m. End: May 21, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
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
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 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 COLONY ST TO AIRD ST
(Water main work)
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 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.
4th Avenue closed between 20th and 21st streets starting Tuesday
May 19, 2023 - 9:00am
4th Avenue will be closed between 20th and 21st streets starting Tuesday, May 23, starting at 7:00 a.m. for vault installation 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.
Ruth Street closed between Broadway and Eastlake avenues starting Tuesday
May 19, 2023 - 8:00am
Ruth Street will be closed between Broadway and Eastlake avenues starting Tuesday, May 23, starting at 7:00 a.m. for storm sewer installation work. Royal Avenue will be closed between Bute and Ruth streets during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take six weeks 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.
Rescheduled: 7th Avenue intersection closed at Princess Street on Sunday
May 19, 2023 - 7:00am
The intersection at 7th Avenue and Princess Street will be closed on Saturday, May 20, at 8:00 a.m. for manhole repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work 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 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.
Daily Road Report - May 19, 2023
May 18, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
No new projects are scheduled to start on Priority 1 streets on this date.
NIGHTWORK
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
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.
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.
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 COLONY ST TO AIRD ST
(Water main work)
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 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.
City aims to modernize municipal elections through partnership, new processes & technology
May 17, 2023 - 3:30pm
The City of Saskatoon is aiming to modernize and enhance how it conducts future municipal elections having presented a decision report to the Governance & Priorities Committee on May 17, 2023. Recent amendments to The Local Government Election Act, 2015 (LGEA) provide clarity to permit municipalities greater use of various tools, namely with regards to voters lists and partnerships available with other entities, particularly Elections Saskatchewan.
“With the next municipal election officially scheduled for November 2024, planning is well underway to provide a more efficient voting process for residents,” says Adam Tittemore, City Clerk. “There’s been a continued shift in voter behaviour, notably the greater use of advance polls and mail-in ballots. Considering lessons learned from the 2020 election and best practices from other jurisdictions, we’re committed to adopting new practices and technology to create a smoother, faster and secure voter experience starting in 2024.”
A partnership with Elections Saskatchewan will be key to many of the proposed election improvements, including sharing data, establishing a municipal voters list, sharing election technology, and delivering vote-by-mail services. With respect to sharing data, pending Council endorsement, the City would enter into a formal information-sharing agreement where it would receive voter data which Elections Saskatchewan already owns and curates, to be used for the creation of the voters list. Partnerships with Elections Saskatchewan will help reduce the cost of conducting elections and, in cases such as the acquisition of voter data, come at no cost to the City.
“The legislative ability to enter into this agreement is included in the LGEA, along with the ability to use this information to create a voters list, rather than going through an enumeration process,” adds Tittemore. “The partnership is imperative in achieving our modernization goals and results in financial savings.”
City Administration has also undertaken a procurement process with election technology solution providers to use an election management system (EMS). Cloud-based applications will allow the City to more efficiently operate the election and increase the service and security level for candidates and voters. This technology is intended to be used for the 2024 election in some form to help manage an electronic voters list, mail-in ballot application and fulfilment, candidate portal, voting location management, etc.
The EMS technology and associated hardware, including all listed modules and fulfillment of mail-in ballots, is expected to come at a cost of approximately $102,000. This cost will be offset by fewer poll workers required, savings on printing and supplies, and staff time and resources associated with a more efficient election administration.
The City is committed to protecting the integrity of the voting process, providing a faster and more efficient voter experience at the polls, and an easier way to verify identity for alternative voting formats such as mail-in ballots.
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.