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Baltzan Boulevard closed between Marlatte Crescent and Orban Way starting Monday
June 2, 2023 - 11:30am
Baltzan Boulevard will be closed between Marlatte Crescent and Orban Way starting Monday, June 5, at 7:00 a.m. for material craning. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take 12 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.
2nd Avenue closed between 20th and 22nd streets starting Monday
June 2, 2023 - 11:00am
2nd Avenue will be closed between 20th and 22nd streets starting Monday, June 5, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway paving work. The intersection at 21st Street and 2nd Avenue will be closed during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take four 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.
Saskatoon Fire Department recommended to take on Community Support Program in city centre BIDs
June 2, 2023 - 10:15am
City Administration recommends oversight of the Community Support Program (CSP) be transferred to the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) to provide better coordination and integration to address community safety and well-being.
“Much has changed since the Community Support Program rolled out,” says Assistant Chief Yvonne Raymer. “That is why we are recommending a whole-community team approach to deal with safety and well-being in our city core and elsewhere. With this approach, we will be able to maintain the current level of support in the core business districts and enhance our response with Transit support workers and partnerships with specially trained police officers.”
For several years, the Downtown Saskatoon Business Improvement District (BID) has administrated the CSP, which provides uniform patrols within the boundaries of the three city centre BIDs of Downtown, Riversdale, and Broadway.
An information report will be presented to City Council’s Standing Policy Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services at its June 7 regular meeting. The report notes that with the current agreement with the Downtown BID set to expire, SFD recognized that greater capacity and collaboration with other public safety initiatives already underway is required to address the needs of those requiring supports in Saskatoon. Such an arrangement would also allow for better information or data sharing so the teams can develop evidence-based responses and solutions for social distress in our community.
Assistant Chief Raymer notes the SFD – through various initiatives – has already worked to gain trust and build relationships with the most vulnerable in Saskatoon.
“Through discussions with the BIDs, it was identified that transitioning operations of the CSP to the SFD, beginning in 2024, may be a suitable option, particularly given that SFD plays a significant role in response and outreach for those in need. In line with this view, we very recently began a pilot Task Force of Saskatoon Police Service Alternative Response Officers (ARO) and SFD Fire Inspectors, which we believe has the team approach that we think will be an effective community safety model.”
Administration will continue to explore the transition of the oversight of the CSP to the SFD, which will include engagement with community partners such as the Saskatoon Police Service, the Street Activity Subcommittee and the Downtown Saskatoon, Riversdale, and Broadway BIDs.
The review will also include participation from Saskatoon Transit. At its regular meeting on May 31, City Council approved a recommendation to explore a transit support workers program using a “One City” approach to address the need identified for targeted safety support services.
A subsequent report on the transition of the CSP will be brought forward in advance of the 2024-2025 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget.
Ruth Street intersection closed at Clarence Avenue on Sunday
June 2, 2023 - 10:00am
The intersection at Ruth Street and Clarence Avenue will be closed on Sunday, June 4, at 9:00 a.m. for storm lead replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day 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.
33rd Street exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound closed on Sunday
June 2, 2023 - 9:00am
The 33rd Street exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed on Sunday, June 4, at 7:00 a.m. for streetlight pole replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take five 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 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.
Cumberland Avenue closed between Adelaide and Isabella streets starting Monday
June 2, 2023 - 8:00am
Cumberland Avenue will be closed between Adelaide and Isabella streets starting Monday, June 5, at 8:00 a.m. for service connections work. The intersection at Cumberland Avenue and Hilliard Street will remain open at this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take 14 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.
22nd Street westbound exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound closed on Sunday
June 2, 2023 - 7:00am
The 22nd Street westbound exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed on Sunday, June 4, at 6:00 a.m. for streetlight pole replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take five 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 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 - June 2, 2023
June 1, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
COLLEGE DR NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO MCORMOND DR
(Streetlight cable replacement)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 11:00 a.m.
33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM MATHESON DR TO JUNOR AVE
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 2, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 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 13, 7:00 p.m. End: June 14, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
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.
8TH ST E EB CURB & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM GOODWIN AVE TO HARRIS AVE
(Water main preservation)
Start: May 31, 9:00 a.m. End: June 2, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WARMAN RD
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained across Circle Drive North Bridge. Max Load width is 4.5m
Start: February 28, 6:00 a.m. End: June 10, 7:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Roadway paving)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes
Start: May 29, 10:00 a.m. End: June 16, 5:00 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.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM EASTLAKE AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Storm sewer installation)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 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.
Application for Seasonal Commercial Enterprise in Parks is Now Open
June 1, 2023 - 11:00am
Are you interested in operating a Seasonal Commercial Enterprise in a Saskatoon park from November 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024? The City is now accepting applications for the Winter 2023-24 season from those wishing to operate a Seasonal Commercial Enterprise that supports sport, recreation and/or cultural events or opportunities.
The deadline for applications is August 15, 2023. Application packages are available at saskatoon.ca/sce or by emailing sce@saskatoon.ca.
The City will meet with the Adjudication Committee to review applications and recommend who will receive approval for a permit to operate a Seasonal Commercial Enterprise in a park. Evaluation is based on criteria as per the Seasonal Commercial Enterprise in Parks Policy No. C10-026.
Once the application has been approved and all required documentation received by the City, a permit and business license will be issued by the City’s Planning and Development Department. Permit costs range from $600 (not-for-profit) to $1,800 (for profit) annually; the fee for a new business license is $125.
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/sce.
National Indigenous History Month offers opportunities to learn, engage in Reconciliation
June 1, 2023 - 9:15am
Each June, we celebrate National Indigenous History Month to honour the history, heritage and diversity of Indigenous people. It's also an opportunity to recognize the strength of present-day Indigenous people and their communities.
There are a number of activities happening around Saskatoon during the month of June that present opportunities to learn and get involved. A listing of just some of these is available at saskatoon.ca/Indigenous. Residents are also invited to visit Civic Square to see the raised Reconciliation Flag and reflect on its significance—it will remain raised until June 5.
National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21): The Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation that formerly took place on June 21 has been moved to September 30—the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. On June 21, the Saskatoon Indian & Métis Friendship Centre (SIMFC) will host a Community Celebration in Victoria Park between 10:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The City of Saskatoon will be participating in this event, which is open to all.