News Releases

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ONGOING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

2015 Household Hazardous Waste Days:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

ONGOING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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