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Idylwyld Drive northbound lanes now open
September 14, 2023 - 10:15am
Idylwyld Drive northbound lanes at Saskatchewan Crescent West are now open after overnight bridge work extended into the morning.
This work was scheduled during the overnight hours, with a planned reopening of 7am to minimize the traffic impact and avoid the morning commute. The contractor experienced equipment issues, causing a delay in completing the project. The equipment has been repaired, and the bridge work is now complete.
The City recognizes this unexpected delay caused delays during your morning commute and appreciates your patience and understanding as this important work was completed.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
3rd Avenue closed between 25th and Queen streets starting Friday
September 14, 2023 - 6:00am
3rd Avenue will be closed between 25th Street and Queen Street starting Friday, September 15, at 6:00 a.m. for roadway patching. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take eight hours 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.
Council sets future path for 2024/2025 Budget, funding gap plan
September 13, 2023 - 3:45pm
City Council’s Governance & Priorities Committee (GPC) at its September 13 meeting, referred the remaining budget reports and options to the budget deliberations in November for consideration. After a summer of extensive budget meetings and discussions, the Special Budget Meetings previously set for September 20 and October 18 will no longer be required.
Property tax-supported options as well as various business line, spending and staffing reports will be considered at the final budget deliberations in November as Administration and City Council work diligently to continue to lower the City’s 2024/2025 projected funding gap.
Via Council’s prior Special Budget Meetings held June through August, there remains a total of 58 property tax-funded budget options that were not recommended by Administration and these are yet to be considered by GPC. In addition, there are 10 Utility-supported budget options that remain to be considered.
“City Council will continue to investigate the remaining 68 budget line options at budget deliberations on Nov 28 - 30. In addition to considering the Administrative options, City Council will have the opportunity to bring forward any additional options through the notice of motion process at the September 27 Council meeting or October 11 Governance and Priorities Committee meeting,” says Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer. “We look forward to continuing to work to find the right balance between the services our residents and businesses expect along with a reasonable property tax.”
During GPC’s previous Special Budget Meetings June 14, July 25, August 15 and August 31, meaningful progress was made to shave the City’s projected funding gap by about $35 million, reduced now to $21.9 million in 2024, and $18.8 million in 2025. It is important to note the funding gap is not a deficit - it represents the projected costs required for the City to deliver civic services in 2024 and 2025 at today’s service levels.
“The 2024/2025 Multi-Year Business Plan & Budget document Council will review in November will have incorporated all budget options tentatively approved up to August 31,” adds Hack. “The starting 2024/2025 property tax rates to be considered by City Council in November are projected to be 7.47% and 5.93% respectively. However, it is important to note there will be several options still available to further reduce the property tax rates over the next two years.”
Council awaits draft budget submissions earlier requested from the Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners and the Saskatoon Library Board. These will be incorporated into this fall’s budget discussions.
For more information on the 2024/2025 Multi-Year Budget & Business Plan, including answers to frequently asked questions and factual reference charts and graphs, check the 2024/2025 Multi-Year Budget Information Guide or visit Saskatoon.ca/budget.
Daily Road Report - September 14, 2023
September 13, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
FEDORUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM ZARY RD TO KONIHOWSKI RD
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 14, 9:00 a.m. End: September 14, 2:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 71ST ST W TO WAKOOMA ST
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 14, 7:00 p.m. End: September 15, 6:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB & NEXT LANE CLOSED AT SASKATCHEWAN CRES W
(Minor bridge repair)
Start: September 13, 7:00 p.m. End: September 14, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Anode Work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Sidewalk construction)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Service connections)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 22, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 a.m. End: November 1, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 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.
Daily Road Report - September 13, 2023
September 12, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES E NB LANES CLOSED FROM PRINCE OF WALES AVE TO PEMBINA AVE
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: September 13, 6:30 a.m. End: September 13, 6:30 p.m.
22ND ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM IDYLWYLD DR S TO AVE B N
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: September 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 2:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB & NEXT LANE CLOSED AT SASKATCHEWAN CRES W
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 13, 7:00 p.m. End: September 14, 6:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 11TH ST E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 12, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 71ST ST W TO MARQUIS DR W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 12, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Anode Work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Service connections)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 22, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 a.m. End: November 1, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 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.
Call for Applications: City seeks new board/committee members from across Saskatoon’s diverse community
September 12, 2023 - 12:00pm
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Advisory Committee
- Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
- Public Art Advisory Committee
- Saskatoon Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Saskatoon Environmental Advisory Committee
- Albert Community Centre Management Committee
- Downtown Event and Entertainment Advisory Group
- Marr Residence Management Board
- Municipal Planning Commission
- Municipal Review Commission
- P4G Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth – District Planning Commission
- Social Services Subcommittee
- Board of Revision (& Licence Appeal Board)
- Development Appeals Board
- City Mortgage Appeal Board
- Property Maintenance Appeal Board
- Saskatoon Airport Authority
- Board of Police Commissioners
- Art Gallery of Saskatchewan Board of Directors (Remai Modern)
- Saskatoon Public Library Board
- SaskTel Centre Board of Directors
- TCU Place Board of Directors
Make this your year to volunteer and make a difference in your community by helping shape programs and services that matter to you.
The City of Saskatoon values volunteers who contribute their diverse backgrounds and expertise to our boards, committees, and commissions. We are committed to having the composition of our boards, committees and commissions reflect the community we serve and welcome and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Diverse membership strengthens our boards and committees and enhances our collective effort to improve Saskatoon. As an appointed member, you will have opportunities to provide input, advice, and expertise to guide recommendations.
Apply to join us before the deadline: 5:00 p.m., Friday, September 29, 2023.
There are a wide variety of positions available. Learn more about the duties, term length and details on the vacancies we have within each as listed below:
Check the full list of vacant positions and descriptions of the ways you can help contribute to the success of your community. Gain valuable experience, expand your resume - and your network of contacts. Visit saskatoon.ca/boards.
If you have questions about the application process, or require assistance with the form, contact the City Clerk’s Office at 306-975-3240 or city.clerks@saskatoon.ca and a representative will gladly assist.
Proposed Ward Boundary changes for 2024: Public invited to review, give feedback
September 11, 2023 - 11:45am
- Confederation Urban Centre currently Ward 3 - moves to Ward 2
- Nutana Park currently Ward 7 - moves to Ward 9
- Hudson Bay Park currently Ward 1 - moves to Ward 2
- Downtown currently Ward 6 - moves to Ward 1
- Nutana Park currently Ward 7 - moves to Ward 6
- Provide your feedback online @ https://www.saskatoon.ca/engage/ward-boundaries
- Email the City Clerk’s Office at city.clerks@saskatoon.ca
- Write a letter to the City Clerk’s Office, 222-3rd Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK S7K 0J5
- Drop off your comments at the Service Saskatoon Customer Kiosk located in the Lobby of City Hall
Early planning for the City of Saskatoon’s municipal and school boards’ elections to be held in fall 2024 is underway.
One of the first steps is to have the Municipal Wards Commission review the boundaries of the city’s ten current wards to ensure they all have similar population numbers, according to The Cities Act. Ward boundary reviews must be completed no less than 180 days before a general municipal election. The Municipal Wards Commission was created following The Municipal Wards Commission Bylaw and currently consists of: King’s Bench Justice Richard Danyliuk, U of S Political Studies Professor Dr. Kathy Walker, and City Clerk Adam Tittemore.
In the fall of 2022, City Administration reported to Council that under the existing provisions of The Cities Act, Ward 2 and Ward 7 were currently outside of the allowable 10% population variance threshold that triggers a ward boundary review. Changing ward boundaries to ensure all ten wards comply with the legislated population range could change the City Councillor you currently have.
The Municipal Wards Commission is now presenting Option A and Option B ward boundary changes for public input having considered the feedback received from residents via the first public engagement in June 2023. The Commission has also considered current density, future population growth, geographic barriers, limiting change, communities of interest, and maintaining neighbourhood boundaries in putting forward these two options. Review the ward boundary review Background and Previous Engagement results
Option A: Proposed Ward Changes
Option B: Proposed Ward Changes
There are several ways to share your input on the proposed new ward boundary changes:
Plan to attend Public Engagement Session #2 on Monday, September 18, 2023, from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Committee Room E, City Hall
Use entrance #1 at the corner of 4th Ave and 23rd St East. Public parking is available in the City Hall staff lot after 6:00 p.m.
Or:
Following a review of the feedback collected through this second public engagement offering, the Municipal Wards Commission will establish the new ward boundaries and file its report with City Council in fall 2023.
The new ward boundaries will take effect for the City of Saskatoon municipal elections and the School Board trustee elections to be held in November of 2024.
Review the rationale used to develop Option A and Option B, ward maps, previous engagement results and background information at saskatoon.ca/wardboundaries or call 306-975-3240.
Daily Road Report - September 12, 2023
September 11, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES E SB LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes
Start: September 12, 6:30 a.m. End: September 12, 4:30 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT BOYCHUK DR
(Manhole repairs)
Start: September 12, 10:00 a.m. End: September 12, 1:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 11TH ST E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 12, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 71ST ST W TO MARQUIS DR W
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 12, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB & NEXT LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES W TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES W
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 11, 7:00 p.m. End: September 12, 6:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO SPADINA CRES E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 11, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Anode Work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Service connections)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 22, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 a.m. End: November 1, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 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 and Lac La Ronge Indian Band sign new Urban Reserve Agreements
September 11, 2023 - 1:00pm
- municipal and police services the City will provide;
- service fees Lac La Ronge Indian Band will pay the City in lieu of property taxes; and
- compatible land-use and development standards.
The City and Lac La Ronge Indian Band have cleared a path to designate the First Nation’s land at 211 Wheeler Street, the site of Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth), as an urban reserve.
CanNorth is a private environmental consulting company that is 100% owned by Kitsaki Management Limited Partnership, the business arm of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. Since 1997, CanNorth has provided high quality environmental and heritage services to a diversity of clients for a wide range of project types.
Saskatoon Mayor Charlie Clark and Lac La Ronge Indian Band Chief Tammy Cook-Searson, along with the Council of Lac La Ronge Indian Band and Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners Chair, Jyotsna (Jo) Custead, today signed urban reserve agreements during a special signing ceremony.
“It is an exciting progression in the longstanding relationship between Lac La Ronge Indian Band and the City of Saskatoon to have their CanNorth property transition to an urban reserve. I’m pleased that Lac La Ronge Indian Band has chosen to continue investing in Saskatoon. We have seen urban reserve agreements provide great value to both the First Nation and the City of Saskatoon – offering employment opportunities, strengthening partnerships, and fulfilling Treaty Land Entitlements. These investments in our city help create prosperity for everyone and are a model of good partnership and cooperation” says Mayor Charlie Clark.
At its regularly scheduled meeting on August 30, 2023, City Council approved the Municipal Services and Compatibility Agreement negotiated with Lac La Ronge Indian Band. The Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners also approved the Police Services Agreement at their regularly scheduled meeting on August 24, 2023. These agreements fulfill the municipal requirements for urban reserve designation.
The agreements address:
The Lac La Ronge Indian Band is in the process of creating six new urban reserves including one in Saskatoon. “The goal is to have these urban reserves provide our community the opportunity for economic development including commercial, residential and industrial activities. The intention is to establish the urban reserve in Saskatoon to ensure the Lac La Ronge Indian Band members who are studying science, technology, engineering and math at the post-secondary level have a landing place upon completion of their degree,” says Chief Tammy Cook-Searson.
Decisions on reserve designation are made by the federal government. Once the property is designated as a reserve, it will become the tenth urban reserve in Saskatoon. When a property transfers to reserve status, it is no longer under City jurisdiction.
For more information on urban reserves, please visit saskatoon.ca/urbanreserves.
About Lac La Ronge Indian Band
Lac La Ronge Indian Band is a member of the Prince Albert Grand Council, whose home reserves are located near the Churchill River and around Lac La Ronge, Saskatchewan, approximately 240 km north of Prince Albert. A signatory of an adhesion to Treaty No. 6, approximately 7,300 members reside on home reserves, and approximately 4,650 members live in other communities off reserve, throughout the province, including approximately 500 members living in Saskatoon.
Lac La Ronge Indian Band has taken control of its approximately 44,000 hectares of its reserve lands and resources pursuant to the Framework Agreement on First Nation Land Management and has enacted Lac La Ronge Indian Band Land Code which came into force and effect on November 15, 2019.
Broadway Avenue closed between 5th and 8th streets starting Monday
September 8, 2023 - 4:15pm
Broadway Avenue will be closed between 5th and 8th streets starting Monday, September 11, at 7:00 a.m. for water main work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five 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.
Baltzan Boulevard closed from Horner Crescent to Orban Way starting Monday
September 8, 2023 - 4:00pm
Baltzan Boulevard will be closed from Horner Crescent to Orban Way starting Monday, September 11, at 7:00 a.m. for service connection work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two 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.
22nd Street intersection closed at 4th Avenue starting Monday
September 8, 2023 - 3:30pm
The intersection at 22nd Street and 4th Avenue will be closed starting Monday, September 11, at 7:00 a.m. for infrastructure upgrades. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five 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.
Daily Road Report - September 11, 2023
September 8, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE N TO 5TH AVE N
(Anode Work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
BALTZAN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO ORBAN WAY
(Service connections)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 22, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Water main work)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: October 15, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S
(Vault Repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB AND RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Manhole repair)
Start: September 11, 11:00 a.m. End: September 11, 2:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB & NEXT LANES CLOSED AT SASKATCHEWAN CRES W
(Minor bridge repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 p.m. End: September 12, 6:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO SPADINA CRES E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 11, 7:00 p.m. End: September 13, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Weekend Road Report - September 9-10, 2023
September 8, 2023 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 8TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(Broadway Street Fair)
Start: September 9, 6:00 a.m. End: September 9, 7:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO SPADINA CRES E
(Crane lift)
Start: September 9, 6:30 a.m. End: September 9, 2:30 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(Sidewalk repairs)
Start: September 9, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Median repair)
Start: September 9, 9:00 a.m. End: September 9, 3:00 p.m.
COLLEGE DR MCKERCHER RAMP TO COLLEGE WB CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO CENTRAL AVE
(streetlight replacement)
Start: September 10, 6:00 a.m. End: September 10, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES W TO VALLEY RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 10, 7:00 a.m. End: September 10, 3:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED; NB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO LAKE CRES
(Water main work)
Start: September 10, 8:00 a.m. End: September 10, 4:30 p.m.
ONGOING
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Non-property tax options outlined for Downtown Event and Entertainment District.
September 8, 2023 - 2:15pm
- Accommodations Tax: A charge applied to short-term hotel, motel, hostel and online platform stays, as already exists in many Canadian municipalities.
- Facility Fee: A charge applied to event tickets, as is already in practice at SaskTel Centre and TCU Place.
- Tax-Increment Financing (TIF): A property tax revenue with a defined geographic boundary (i.e., the District), generally only used in areas of redevelopment.
- Parking Revenue from New Parking Structure: Net funding from the City-owned parking structure.
As part of planning for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District, the City engaged KPMG LLP (KPMG) to conduct an in-depth report on potential non-property tax revenue instruments that could be implemented to help pay for the project. This analysis will be presented as an information report at the September 13, 2023, meeting of the Governance and Priorities Committee.
“This report helps us understand the various options out there that will assist us in creating a financial plan with minimal impact on taxpayers,” says Clae Hack, Chief Financial Officer. “It provides us with the data and information necessary to refine our projections and bring forth a draft funding plan.”
Hack stresses any use of these instruments has not been approved by Council. The purpose of the report is to quantify any potential revenues for each instrument and to update Council and the public on the status of the work so far.
“There is much more to do, including extensive engagement with the province and industry groups, before any formal approvals are requested or received to implement any of these financial instruments,” Hack says.
Out of five non-property tax revenue instruments analyzed by KPMG, Administration has identified four options that warrant additional analysis:
“These types of funding tools have been used successfully by many other municipalities, in Canada and other countries,” he says. “This is not re-inventing anything, rather it is looking at best-practices and what has worked elsewhere to create a made-in-Saskatchewan solution.”
The full scope and financial plan for the Downtown Event and Entertainment District has not been finalized and this KPMG analysis provides valuable information as a starting point to continue establishing full project cost estimates and funding requirements.
The full report, including the complete analysis by KPMG, can be found on the meeting agenda.
Orange banners being installed around city
September 8, 2023 - 10:45am
- Banner #1: More than 150,000 attended residential schools
- Banner #2: Many never returned home
- Banner #3: It isn’t just Indigenous history
- Banner #4: It is our shared history
- Banner #5: We are telling our stories
- Banner #6: Every Child Matters
- Banner #7: Over 160 years of pain
- Banner #8: But together we can heal
- Banner #9: Saskatoon Survivors Circle – ayacimoyok “We are telling our stories”
- Banner # 10: Commitment to Reconciliation
In the lead-up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Sept. 30), 205 orange banners with reconciliation messages are being installed on light poles across the city. The banners, which were first unveiled in September 2022, are one way the City communicates it commitment to Reconciliation. The intent is to display them annually each September-October.
The orange banners are displayed on both sides of the river, connecting the west and east sides of the city. This signifies the building of bridges throughout our community.
There are 10 different banners, reading as follows:
The City’s 2023 Rock Your Roots Walk for Reconciliation on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Sept. 30) will traverse a portion of the Orange Banner Project route. You can learn more about Rock Your Roots by connecting to the Facebook Event.
Whether participating in Rock Your Roots or not, Saskatoon residents are encouraged to take note of and reflect on the banners’ messages this fall. The banners feature area Residential School Survivors and their descendants and serve as a reminder to all of us that Truth and Reconciliation is up to every individual in our community.
The Orange Banner Project is an initiative of the City of Saskatoon and the Saskatoon Tribal Council. The 2023 installation was made possible with the support of Reconciliation Saskatoon and the Roman Catholic Diocese of Saskatoon Indigenous Reconciliation Fund.
City of Saskatoon announces significant progress in Sidewalk Safety Repair Program
September 8, 2023 - 8:00am
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Criteria such as safety and pedestrian use has been adopted to more effectively prioritize sidewalk repair work.
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Improved tool and method for capturing relevant inspection information enables better decision making.
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A new work planning system empowers crews to prioritize and execute work orders more efficiently.
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A new process for tracking and reporting Key Performance Indicators has improved transparency, accountability, and program management.
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The creation of a central information database enables prompt and comprehensive responses to residents' inquiries.
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Improved cross-departmental collaboration has resulted in better coordination of repair work with other programs such as sidewalk replacement program.
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Improved resourcing has resulted in timelier and better-quality inspections, including improved capacity to deliver more work.
In addition to the City’s Major Preservation Program for sidewalks, City crews undertake minor repairs to numerous sidewalks to improve safety and mobility for pedestrians.
The Sidewalk Safety Repair Program has undergone major enhancements over the last three years. This has led to the completion of nearly 18 km of sidewalk safety repairs in 2021 and 2022, representing a substantial increase to an average of 2.6 km typically completed in the years leading up to 2021. The program remains on track for continued progress in 2023, with 2.8 km of sidewalk repairs already completed this season.
“The City of Saskatoon remains committed to keeping sidewalks well-maintained, accessible and safe for all pedestrians,” says Goran Saric, Director of Roadways, Fleet and Support.
Recognizing the importance of well-maintained sidewalks, the City's new process for inspecting, prioritizing, and then repairing damaged sidewalk panels that create safety concerns has yielded substantial increase in accomplishments. More than 1,600 sidewalk concerns were resolved in 2021 and 2022.
The advancements in the program included several process and resource improvements:
“The success of the Sidewalk Repair Program exemplifies City’s dedication to continuous improvement and serves as a testament to the positive impact of collaboration, innovation and effort,” says Saric.
Saskatoon boasts a network of 2,386 km of sidewalks, spanning a distance of about half the width of the United States. This essential infrastructure is crucial to the mobility and safety of residents across the city.
To report a sidewalk safety concern, please call our Customer Care Center, available 24/7 at 306-975-2476.
More information on sidewalk repairs is available at saskatoon.ca/sidewalks.
McKercher Drive access ramp to College Drive westbound closed Sunday
September 8, 2023 - 7:00am
McKercher Drive access ramp to College Drive westbound will be closed on Sunday, September 10, at 6:00 a.m. to replace streetlights. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take six hours 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.
Broadway Avenue closed between 8th and 12th streets on Saturday
September 8, 2023 - 6:45am
Broadway Avenue will be closed between 8th and 12th streets on Saturday, September 9, starting at 6:00 a.m. for the Broadway Street Fair. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This event is expected to end by 7:00 p.m. Saturday evening, 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.
Bus service to The Chicks
September 8, 2023 - 6:00am
- 6:15 p.m.
- 6:55 p.m.
- 7:35 p.m.
Direct bus service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see The Chicks in concert at SaskTel Centre on Sunday, September 10 at 7:30 p.m., is available at the following times:
Post event drop-off is the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, 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 to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
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.
Daily Road Report - September 8, 2023
September 7, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED AT MCMASTER CRES
(Crack sealing)
Start: September 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 12:00 p.m.
HIGHWAY 11 NB SPEED REDUCTION FROM VELTKAMP CRES TO HIGHWAY 16
(Transformer work)
Start: September 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 3:30 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM 4TH ST E TO RUTH ST E
(Mowing)
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 8, 3:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(FASD Walk)
Start: September 8, 9:30 a.m. End: September 8, 11:30 a.m.
ONGOING
SPADINA CRES E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 9:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
New project in Churchill Park will significantly reduce neighbourhood flooding
September 7, 2023 - 2:00pm
Devastating floods are less of a concern for dozens of property owners in the Adelaide/Churchill Park neighbourhood, thanks to a new project in the north end of Churchill Park. A dry storm pond, which serves as park and recreational space when dry, officially opened today.
The new dry storm pond is the second of nine flood mitigation projects to be completed under the Flood Control Strategy (FCS) by 2027. The FCS was approved by Saskatoon City Council in 2018. The first project, also a dry storm pond, opened in W.W. Ashley District Park in 2022 and construction is now underway on a dry storm pond in Weaver Park. The Government of Canada has contributed $21.6 million towards Saskatoon’s FCS through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund.
“Due to climate change, extreme weather events are occurring more frequently all over the world,” said the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities. “This is why we are proud to celebrate the opening of the Churchill Dry Storm Pond in Saskatoon. This important infrastructure will protect neighbourhoods and businesses from future flooding events. We will continue investing in projects that enable communities to withstand natural disasters and thrive for generations to come.”
“Dry storm ponds provide tremendous value in preventing flooding in neighbourhoods that historically have been prone to floods,” said Saskatoon Mayor, Charlie Clark. “These ponds help to mitigate the damage from weather events and can provide peace of mind to residents. The Churchill Dry Storm Pond will provide this same reassurance to residents in the surrounding area. Thanks to continued funding partnerships, we’re able to build infrastructure that protects against more frequent extreme weather events.”
“We have a plan in place to ensure all of our flood mitigation projects are built and functioning before the end of 2027,” said Mitch McMann, Storm Water Utility Manager. “With more severe and less predictable rain events, these projects are important to our residents. During a heavy rain event on June 3 of this year, storm water that would have previously flooded nearby intersections and properties, drained into this dry storm pond instead. The new project functioned very well and as it was intended to.”
Dry storm ponds hold water that would otherwise cause nearby flooding during intense rainfalls. The water flows into storm drains, then through underground pipes into the dry storm pond, where it then flows toward and empties into the South Saskatchewan River.
The Churchill Park dry storm pond will help prevent flooding at more than 50 properties around Ruth Street and Cairns Avenue, Bute Street and Munroe Avenue, Ruth Street and York Avenue, and Bute Street and Albert Avenue. The project also included the establishment of new trees, a new pathway, multi-purpose sports fields, and spectator seating built into the slopes.
Once all FCS projects are completed, the City anticipates seeing a substantial decrease in the amount of neighbourhood flooding in the top 10 highest risk areas of Saskatoon.
For more information about the FCS, visit saskatoon.ca/floodplan.
Surveys show residents remain satisfied with City services
September 6, 2023 - 4:15pm
- Reliability of electrical services (8.7 out of 10)
- Quality of drinking water (8.3 out of 10)
- Fire protection (8.1 out of 10)
- Garbage collection (8.0 out of 10)
- Recycling collection (8.0 out of 10)
- Indoor leisure centres (7.9 out of 10)
- Outdoor sports fields (7.9 out of 10)
- Indoor ice rinks (7.9 out of 10)
- Recreation programs and services (7.9 out of 10)
- Maintenance of city parks (7.7 out of 10)
- Speed of water main break repairs (7.6 out of 10)
- Police services (7.6 out of 10)
- Landfill services (7.6 out of 10)
A pair of civic surveys conducted for the City of Saskatoon earlier this year show most residents remain satisfied with life in their community and the municipal services they receive. The surveys also reveal trends in where respondents would like to see the City focus future efforts.
The 2023 Civic Satisfaction & Performance Survey and Civic Services Survey on Performance, Priorities and Preferences were conducted by Forum Research Inc. through their online panel in May and June 2023, respectively. Due to the random sampling for these online surveys, the sample is reflective of Saskatoon’s population and therefore the data is reliable and representative of the community.
“These two surveys are a very important measure of how residents feel about their city and the services their municipal government provides,” says Celene Anger, Chief Strategy & Transformation Officer. “Results of both surveys will be used to inform decisions related to strategic priorities, budgeting and service delivery, as well as to highlight opportunities for continues improvement.”
Survey Highlights
When asked as part of the Civic Satisfaction and Performance Survey, a large majority of respondents (86%) say they are satisfied with living in Saskatoon – this is consistent with the 2021 survey results. When asked about quality of services provided by the City, eight in ten people (81%) indicate satisfaction; and the large majority of respondents (83%) rate the value of services they receive from the City as very good or good value. This is also consistent with 2021 survey results.
When asked what the single most important issue is facing the City, nearly one in five (19%) of respondents say it is homelessness, followed by crime/public safety/policing (15%) and roads and sidewalk maintenance (8%).
Similar issues are highlighted in responses to the Performance, Priorities and Preferences Survey as the top three service areas where they would like to see the City provide more service: affordable housing (60%), road maintenance (58%) and snow & ice management (55%).
To a much smaller degree, the top three areas where respondents indicate they would like to see the City provide less service were community grants (19%), planning and growth (17%) and recreation and culture programs (16%).
Meanwhile, overall satisfaction remains the same or higher for many of the 29 civic services asked about in the Performance, Priorities and Preferences Survey.
Ranking with the highest satisfaction among the services that survey respondents were asked about:
Both surveys and their respective results will be part of an information report at City Council’s Governance and Priorities Committee meeting on Wednesday, September 13.
Full summaries and the detailed results of both surveys are also available on the City website by visiting saskatoon.ca/civic-services-surveys.
Boychuk Drive closed at McMaster Crescent on Friday
September 7, 2023 - 7:00am
Boychuk Drive will be closed at McMaster Crescent on Friday, September 8, starting at 7:00 a.m. for crack sealing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take five hours 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.
Daily Road Report - September 7, 2023
September 6, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE M S TO AVE M S
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 7, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 3:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT HILLIARD ST E
(Catch basin lead repairs)
Start: September 7, 8:00 a.m. End: September 7, 4:00 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR NB LEFT TURN BAY & MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Manhole repairs)
Start: September 7, 9:00 a.m. End: September 7, 10:00 a.m.
MCORMOND DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM KERR RD TO STENSRUD RD
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: September 7, 9:00 a.m. End: September 7, 1:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT HIGHWAY 16
(Guardrail repair)
Start: September 7, 9:00 a.m. End: September 7, 1:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM BROADWAY AVE TO WILLIAM AVE
(Construction)
Start: September 7, 9:00 a.m. End: September 7, 3:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO HAZEN ST
(Manhole repairs)
Start: September 7, 10:00 a.m. End: September 7, 11:00 a.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT BALMORAL ST
(Manhole repairs)
Start: September 7, 11:00 a.m. End: September 7, 12:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Collier Cup Event)
Start: September 7, 5:00 p.m. End: September 8, 7:00 p.m.
ONGOING
SPADINA CRES E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 9:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Holiday Park Golf Course receives SoloRider golf cart from Golf Saskatchewan
September 6, 2023 - 1:30pm
Thanks to a generous donation from Golf Saskatchewan, Holiday Park Golf Course now has a SoloRider golf cart available for mobility-impaired players.
SoloRider golf carts are single-passenger carts that allow golfers to play from tee to green without leaving the cart. The golf cart is equipped with a swiveling, elevated seat and ergonomic controls.
“The cart can go almost anywhere on the course including the bunkers and greens and there is no fear of it damaging the grass”, says Brian Lee Executive Director / CEO of Golf Saskatchewan.
“These unique features have helped both the City and Golf Saskatchewan strive to provide recreation for all who want to participate by increasing accessibility and encouraging opportunity within the sport,” says Roxane Melnyk, Recreation Services Manager for the City of Saskatoon.
This is the second SoloRider golf cart that Golf Saskatchewan has made available in Saskatoon and it is free of charge to use. The City of Saskatoon’s Silverwood golf course has been home to a SoloRider since 2014. The SoloRider carts can be booked by calling the pro shops at Holiday Park or Silverwood golf courses when making a tee time reservation.
Upcoming Grants Open House and Grant Writing Workshop
September 6, 2023 - 10:00am
Open House
Attend a short presentation on available grants through the City of Saskatoon, SK Arts, and SaskCulture followed by an open house. This is a great opportunity to meet staff from all three funders and ask questions about their grant programs. Open to all Saskatchewan residents.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Cosmo Civic Centre, Theatre
In-person Grant Writing Workshop
Hands-on grant writing workshop led by staff from City of Saskatoon, SaskCulture, and SK Arts. Participants will learn how to create solid project plans, develop a project statement, and build a project budget. Open to all Saskatchewan residents.
Tuesday, September 12, 2023
7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Cosmo Civic Centre, Theatre
Please register in advance and indicate which sessions (Open House and/or Workshop) you will attend: grants@saskatoon.ca
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/grants.
Spadina Crescent closed between 22nd and 23rd streets starting Thursday
September 6, 2023 - 7:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets starting Thursday September 7, at 5:00 p.m. for the Colliers Cup Street Hockey Tournament. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event. Roadways are expected to reopen on Friday, September 8, by 7:00 p.m. barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these event 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.
Broadway Avenue intersection closed at Hilliard Street on Thursday
September 6, 2023 - 6:00am
The Broadway Avenue intersection at Hilliard Street will be closed Thursday, September 6, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin repairs. 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.
Daily Road Report - September 6, 2023
September 5, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO SAUNDERS PL
(Crane Work)
Start: September 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 6, 4:00 p.m.
AVE H N ROAD CLOSED FROM BEDFORD RD TO RUSHOLME RD
(Valve repair)
Start: September 6, 8:00 a.m. End: September 6, 4:30 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM WILLOW ST E TO HILLIARD ST E
(Patching)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 6, 3:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM 4TH ST E TO 3RD ST E
(Hydrovac)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 6, 3:00 p.m.
EVERGREEN BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM LOWE RD TO ZARY RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 6, 9:00 a.m. End: September 6, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
SPADINA CRES E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 9:30 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Avenue H closed from Bedford to Rusholme roads on Wednesday
September 5, 2023 - 2:00pm
Avenue H will be closed between Bedford and Rusholme roads starting Wednesday September 6, at 8:00 a.m. for valve repairs. 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.
Broadway Avenue closed between Willow and Hilliard streets on Wednesday
September 5, 2023 - 1:00pm
Broadway Avenue will be closed between Willow and Hilliard streets on Wednesday, September 6, at 8:00 a.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take 6 hours 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 19th Street and Saunders Place on Wednesday
September 5, 2023 - 12:00pm
2nd Avenue South will be closed between 19th Street and Saunders Place on Wednesday, September 6, at 7:00 a.m. for a crane lift. 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.
Evergreen Boulevard closed from Lowe to Zary roads on Wednesday
September 5, 2023 - 6:00am
Evergreen Boulevard will be closed from Lowe to Zary roads on Wednesday, September 6, starting at 8:00 a.m. for roadway patching. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take six hours 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 Transit prepared for full buses as students head back to class
September 1, 2023 - 5:15pm
- Adjust your departure time. Busier routes will have some increased frequency at peak times. If your regular bus is nearly full when you ride in August, consider taking the earlier or later bus to avoid a full bus. The bus that drops students off just prior to the start of class tends to be busier than the earlier or next bus.
- Use tracking and watch for service alerts. Saskatoon Transit has real-time tracking through third party apps like Transit and Google Maps on desktop. Real-time transit tracking shows you where your bus is and when the next bus arrives, which limits wait times at bus stops. Pin your preferred routes for service alert push notifications.
- Be prepared to board. Have your fare ready, app open and be ready to quickly find a seat.
- Remove backpacks. Make space for people.
Saskatoon Transit anticipates buses filling up on busy routes during peak commute times beginning Tuesday, September 5 as students head back to school and summer vacations wrap up. Saskatoon Transit is prepared to provide a reliable service heading into the busiest season of the year, having made many improvements to its maintenance and operations over the past year.
When possible, larger capacity articulating buses will be used on the routes with high schools and post-secondary institutions, and three additional buses will be standing by to be deployed as needed. At this time last year, ridership numbers compared to pre-pandemic rates and some routes experienced full buses.
Tips for public transit riders
When a bus is full, the head sign will read “Full Bus” and the operator will drive past bus stops - even when riders are waiting - until there is space for more people. During peak times, more than 80 buses are running to get people to their destinations. Real time tracking and ongoing communication with the bus helps Saskatoon Transit staff determine where more service is needed.
Student discounts
You can now purchase discounted high school and post-secondary passes on your mobile device with TGo and Transit apps. Post-secondary students must show their proof of enrollment at the Customer Service Centre downtown for the discount to be available in the app. Students attending the University of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Saskatchewan receive a U-PASS included with tuition. Learn more about mobile tickets for students at saskatoontransit/student.
Daily Road Report - September 5, 2023
September 1, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
2ND AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 21ST ST E
(Road resurfacing)
Start: September 5, 7:00 a.m. End: September 8, 9:30 p.m.
CONFEDERATION DR ROTATING LANE CLOSURES FROM GALT CRT TO 33RD ST W
(Groundwater monitoring)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 11:00 a.m.
BROADWAY AVE INTERSECTION CLOSED AT HILLIARD ST E
(Catch basin lead repairs)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 4:00 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM MOUNTBATTEN ST TO DIEPPE ST
(Catch basin & manhole installations)
Start: September 5, 8:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S SB CURB & NEXT LANES CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES W TO SASKATCHEWAN CRES W
(Minor bridge repairs)
Start: September 5, 7:00 p.m. End: September 6, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
SPADINA CRES E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Long Weekend Road Report - September 2-4, 2023
September 1, 2023 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR S TO CLANCY DR
(Road resurfacing)
No Access to Clancy Dr from Circle Dr NB
Start: September 2, 7:00 a.m. End: September 2, 7:00 p.m.
MILLAR AVE SB LANES CLOSED FROM 56TH ST E TO 52ND ST E
(Water valve repairs)
Start: September 3, 8:00 a.m. End: September 3, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR S NB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR S TO FLETCHER RD
(Road resurfacing)
No Access to Valley Rd from Circle Dr NB
Start: September 3, 7:00 a.m. End: September 3, 7:00 p.m.
ONGOING
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Roadway will reopen nightly after the fireworks
Start: September 1, 6:00 p.m. End: September 2, 11:30 p.m.
VICTORIA BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 3, 1:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: August 31, 5:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 3, 1:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Public and Parent & Tot Skating are available at ACT Arena
September 1, 2023 - 1:00pm
- Adult (19 & over) - $6.35
- Youth (6 to 18) - $4.25
- Preschool (5 and under) - Free
- Family - $12.70
- Parent & Tot – Free
Public Skating will open for the season on Sunday, September 3. It will be available at ACT Arena (107 105 Street) on Sundays from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Parent & Tot skating will begin Thursday, September 7 and runs at ACT Arena on Monday and Thursdays from 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Lions, Cosmo and Archibald Arenas will open for Public Skating the week of October 1. Visit saskatoon.ca/leisureonline for drop-in schedules.
2023-2024 admission rates are as follows:
LeisureCards, which provide unlimited access to the six Leisure Centres, Terry Fox Track and four outdoor pools are also accepted as a payment option at the indoor rinks. Cash and Leisure gift cards are also accepted at the rinks.
Children, 6 years of age and younger, must be accompanied by a responsible person 16 years of age or older. A maximum of two preschoolers per adult is allowed.
Visit saskatoon.ca/indoorrinks for more information, including ice rental opportunities.
2nd Avenue closed between 22nd and 21st streets starting Tuesday
September 1, 2023 - 11:00am
2nd Avenue South will be closed between 22nd and 21st streets starting Tuesday September 5, at 7:00 a.m. for road resurfacing. 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.
Dundonald Avenue closed between Caen and Mountbatten streets starting Tuesday
September 1, 2023 - 10:00am
Dundonald Avenue will be closed between Caen and Mountbatten streets starting Tuesday, September 5, at 8:00 a.m. for road resurfacing. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two 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.
Pruning ban for elm trees ends today
September 1, 2023 - 9:00am
The province-wide pruning ban for elm trees ends today, Friday, September 1. The pruning ban is in place each year from April 1 to August 31 to ensure that elm bark beetles, which transmit Dutch elm disease (DED), are not attracted to freshly pruned trees when the beetles are most active.
Provincial regulations also prohibit the storing, transport and use of elm wood for any purpose. This includes firewood, wood chips, wood slabs and branches. The only permitted movement of elm wood is to the City’s designated disposal site at the City Landfill.
Elm trees make up about 25% of Saskatoon's urban forest. This summer, the City confirmed multiple cases of DED in Sutherland, Forest Grove and Pleasant Hill areas. As part of the City's DED Response Plan, the infected trees were immediately removed and disposed of at the City Landfill. The City will continue surveillance and testing of public and private elm trees in the surrounding areas with an intensive search for elm material and other sources of infection.
The most effective management strategy for DED is to not transport or store elm wood. Infected firewood is the most likely way that DED would spread in Saskatoon. In addition, keeping elm trees healthy by regularly watering and properly removing and disposing of dead and dying branches will deter the elm bark beetle from finding suitable habitat.
How to identify and report unhealthy elm trees
American elm trees with DED may start showing symptoms as early as June. Typically, the leaves will start to wilt and turn yellow out of season from June to mid-August, then curl and turn brown. Anyone suspecting that an elm tree is unhealthy is encouraged to complete the online form at saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease or call Urban Forestry at 306-975-2890.
By following the provincial regulations and maintaining elm trees on your private property, all residents can help prevent the spread of DED in Saskatoon.
For more information on DED, visit saskatoon.ca/dutchelmdisease
Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to Valley Road closed on Sunday
September 1, 2023 - 8:00am
Circle Drive northbound curb and centre lanes from Spadina Crescent West to Fletcher Road will be closed Sunday for road resurfacing starting at 7:00 a.m. The northbound exit ramp from Circle Drive to Valley Road will be closed while this project is underway. 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.
Circle Drive northbound exit to Clancy Drive closed on Saturday
September 1, 2023 - 7:00am
Circle Drive northbound median lane from Gordie Howe Bridge to Clancy Drive will be closed Saturday for road resurfacing starting at 7:00 a.m. There will be no northbound access to Clancy Drive from Circle Drive while this project is underway. 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.
Rescheduled: Broadway Avenue intersection closed at Hillard Street on Tuesday
September 1, 2023 - 6:00am
The intersection at Broadway Avenue and Hillard Street will be closed on Tuesday, September 5, at 8:00 a.m. to repair catch basin leads. 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.
City Council leverages fourth special budget meeting to further close projected funding gap
August 31, 2023 - 3:45pm
- Closure of the East Compost Depot
- Reduce operating hours by one (1) hour at the end of the day at the Landfill and Material Recovery Centre
- Eliminate skunk inspection, trapping and relocation services for private residential properties
- Modify the Mosquito Control Treatment Area buffer zone to be one to two kilometres outside of city limits instead of five to ten kilometres outside of city limits
- Defer the Remai Modern Civic Buildings & Comprehensive Maintenance Reserve phase-in contribution for 2024
- Phase out of the $100,000 Interest Stabilization Support over two years
- A $5 fee increase for Manual Tax Certificate/Tax Searches and a $10 fee increase for Online Tax Certificate/Tax Searches
- A 0.5% increase in the City’s Current and Arrears monthly Property Tax Penalty Rate in 2024
- An increase in the reduced penalty rate for parking offences from $30 to $35
- An increase in the late payment penalty rate for parking offences from $50 to $60
- An increase to the City’s Land Lease Revenue Budget to account for signed but potentially temporary lease revenue
- A 20% reduction in the program, research and design budget for Recreation and Culture
- No new FTE’s for playground & youth centre staff training
- No new FTE’s for an Outdoor Special Events Organizer
- Redirect a portion of savings ($250,000) experienced from the temporary closure of the Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre in 2024 and 2025
- Reduction to the Corridor Planning Program’s Special Services operating budget
- Reduce the payroll cost (CPP, EI, Benefits, WCB, etc.) estimate by $200,000 in 2024
- Reduce the operating phase-in of the City’s SAP program by $250,000 in 2024 and 2025
- Exemption of City properties from the City storm charge for 2024 and 2025
- Reduction of 50% of the inflationary pressures to the Information Technology Reserve
- Reduce snowpile removal from parking lots at civic facilities
Following another Special Budget Meeting today, City Council’s Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) has further reduced the projected funding gap in the 2024/2025 Multi-Year Budget, with additional opportunities to shrink the gap still to come.
Through today’s decisions, the projected funding gap has been further reduced by a total of $3.15 million in 2024 and $554,000 in 2025. If left unmitigated, which is unlikely, the current funding gap would equate to a property tax increase of 7.47% in 2024 and 5.93% in 2025.
GPC completed its discussion on administration-recommended options within several business line reports at today’s meeting and recommended the following budget options be integrated into the 2024/2025 Preliminary 2024/2025 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget:
An additional Special Budget Meeting has been scheduled for September 20, at which time additional options that were not recommended by Administration are expected to be discussed, as well as the Utilities Business Line report. Council is also awaiting draft budget submissions from the Saskatoon Board of Police Commissioners and the Saskatoon Library Board.
Administration will continue to refine and adjust numbers for the budget book which will be presented at the 2024/2025 Business Plan and Budget meeting in late November.
For more facts and reliable information on the 2024/2025 Multi-Year Business Plan and Budget, please visit Saskatoon.ca/budget.
Annual tree maintenance begins in Adelaide/Churchill, Hudson Bay Park and Massey Place
August 31, 2023 - 3:30pm
Starting Friday, September 1, 2023, crews will begin pruning trees on civic property in Adelaide/Churchill, Hudson Bay Park and Massey Place as part of the City’s Boulevard Tree Maintenance Program. Tree maintenance operations in these three neighbourhoods will continue until December 15, 2023.
The Boulevard Tree Maintenance Program follows a regular pruning cycle to help preserve the health of the City’s tree inventory, as well as to eliminate hazards and provide clearance from buildings, signs, streetlights and utility wires.
Tree maintenance often requires road restrictions. The City reminds pedestrians, cyclists and drivers to ensure safety is a priority by respecting the work zone and obeying all road restrictions and signage.
For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/treemaintenance.
Daily Road Report - September 1, 2023
August 31, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
FEHEREGYHAZI BLVD SB LANES CLOSED AT FAST CRES
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 1, 7:00 a.m. End: September 1, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E SB CURB LANE, ROLLING CLOSURE FROM 14TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Mowing)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 1, 1:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE ROLLING CLOSURE FROM 8TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Mowing)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 1, 1:00 p.m.
8TH ST E EB & WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 1, 3:00 p.m.
VICTORIA BRIDGE CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 3, 1:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E ROAD CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: September 1, 9:00 a.m. End: September 3, 1:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Broadway Bridge will be closed nightly from 6:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Start: September 1, 6:00 p.m. End: September 2, 11:30 p.m.
ONGOING
CLARENCE AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM HILLIARD ST E TO ADELAIDE ST E
(Water & sewer install)
Start: August 29, 8:00 a.m. End: September 1, 4:30 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E FULL CLOSURE FROM 3RD AVE S TO 20TH ST E
(Nutrien Fireworks Festival)
Start: August 31, 5:00 p.m. End: September 3, 1:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM DUDLEY ST TO SCHUYLER ST
(Connection replacement)
Start: August 28, 8:00 a.m. End: September 5, 5:00 p.m.
SPADINA CRES E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 22ND ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 14, 7:00 a.m. End: September 7, 5:00 p.m.
MELVILLE ST INTERSECTION CLOSED AT JASPER AVE
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: August 8, 7:00 a.m. End: September 15, 5:00 p.m.
NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 6:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AIRD ST TO OSLER ST
(Contractor work)
Start: July 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 29, 6:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB LANES CLOSED FROM WARMAN RD TO PRESTON AVE N
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the WB lanes.
Start: June 25, 5:00 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.
Winterization of park irrigation systems begins September 1
August 31, 2023 - 10:30am
On September 1, City crews begin the annual winterization of the 480 irrigation systems in Saskatoon parks and along roadway streetscapes. Winterization is an important maintenance procedure to help ensure the longevity of the City’s irrigation infrastructure.
Irrigation winterization involves the use of large compressors that force air through the irrigation system, removing any residual water so it will not freeze within the underground pipes. The force of compressed air exiting through sprinkler heads may pick up and propel debris within the work zone.
To ensure public safety, residents are asked to follow all signage at work sites, and to stay clear of all sprinkler heads, compressor units and related winterization equipment in the parks during maintenance.
The winterization process is expected to take seven weeks. For more information, visit saskatoon.ca/parkmaintenance.
Road restrictions for downtown fireworks festival start tonight
August 31, 2023 - 10:00am
- Spadina Crescent will be closed between 3rd Avenue and 20th Street
- Public access to the Saskatoon Boat Launch will be closed for the duration of this event
- Spadina Crescent will be closed between 2nd and 3rd avenues
- Victoria Bridge will be closed between 11th and 19th streets
- Saskatchewan Crescent will be closed between 14th Street and McPherson Avenue
- Broadway Bridge will be closed between 12th and 20th streets
- 19th Street will be closed between 3rd and 4th avenues
- Saskatchewan Crescent will be closed between 14th Street and Broadway Avenue
To accommodate the Nutrien Fireworks Festival in the downtown area on Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 2, detours, lane restrictions, and “no parking” signs will be in place guiding motorists around the event area. This event will be in place for two days, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
If there are weather impacts, the festival will take place on Sunday, September 3 with detours being removed on Monday, September 4.
Road restrictions for Thursday, August 31 at 5:00 p.m. to Sunday September 3 at 12:00 p.m.:
Road restrictions for Friday, September 1 at 9:00 a.m. to Sunday, September 3 at 12:00 p.m.:
Additional road restrictions set nightly from 6:45 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 2:
For service alerts about bus stop closures, real-time bus locations, and next bus arrivals use the mobile app Transit or Google Transit on desktop. Customer Service is also available at 306-975-3100 to help answer any questions.
Drivers are reminded to watch out for pedestrians. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Days Return
August 31, 2023 - 9:30am
- September 3, 2023 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- September 17, 2023 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- October 1, 2023 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- October 15, 2023 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- October 29, 2023 (9:00 am - 3:30 pm)
- Containers used for transporting HHW may not be returned to the participants.
- Please ensure all containers are safely sealed and contents are clearly marked.
- To avoid potentially long line-ups and wait times, ask the Waste Wizard at saskatoon.ca/wastewizard to find other means of recycling and safe disposal.
- Help reduce emissions from idling and protect the health of other residents by turning off vehicles during long wait times.
- There are no public washrooms available at the event.
The City of Saskatoon and QM Environmental will host the first Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Drop-off Day of the year this Sunday, September 3.
HHW Drop-Off Dates:
Location: Civic Operations Centre (57 Valley Road)
Saskatoon residents are invited to drop off their HHW materials for recycling and safe disposal, including aerosols, automotive fluids, batteries, cleaners, cylinders, light bulbs, medications, yard chemicals, vaping products, and more. Complete lists of acceptable and unacceptable items are available at saskatoon.ca/hazardouswaste.
Reminders:
Thanks for helping us put waste in the right place!