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Saskatoon residents take protection of our environment seriously. During the eight Household Hazardous Waste Day events in 2014 so far, the program has realized a number of successes:

- 1,665 total participants;

- 42,522 kg total weight of materials collected. This exceeds the amount collected in 2012 (40,036 tonnes) and is on-track to exceed the total weight collected in 2013 (51,598 tonnes);

- The most common materials that have been collected in 2014 (by weight) include oil and oil products, antifreeze, light bulbs, ink cartridges, flammable liquids, paint and batteries.

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 the garbage or recycling, poured down the drain or toilet, or released into the environment.

To ensure residential household hazardous materials are safely disposed of or recycled, the City of Saskatoon coordinates regular Household Hazardous Waste Days for residents to drop-off these materials. 

The next Household Hazardous Waste Day is on Saturday, September 20. A temporary site will be set up at Credit Union Centre parking lot (101 - 3515 Thatcher Avenue) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Saskatoon residents are encouraged to drop off materials such as, pesticides, automotive oil, prescription medicine, light bulbs, batteries, aerosols, poisons, propane cylinders, household cleaners, mercury-containing items and electronics (accepted by the Electronic Producer Recycling Association).

Future Household Hazardous Waste Days are scheduled for October 18, November 15 and December 20. Mark your calendars!

Residents are reminded that leftover paint and empty paint cans are conveniently accepted without charge at all SARCAN recycling depots in Saskatoon. Please do not bring paint to a Household Hazardous Waste Day unless it is not accepted through the SARCAN program. Find out what is accepted through SARCAN’s paint program at www.sarcan.ca/pages/paint. 

For a complete list of accepted and non-acceptable materials, visit www.saskatoon.ca and click on “H” for Household Hazardous Waste Days.

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 City of Saskatoon’s (City) Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon initiative has posted a “Spotlight On” blog to www.growingfwd.ca (look under Shaping Growth) that focuses on the City’s sustainable growth strategies and the development of a long-term plan to guide redevelopment along Saskatoon’s major corridors. 
“With Saskatoon’s population expected to double over the next 30 to 40 years, there are significant opportunities to shape how our city grows,” says Alan Wallace, Director of Planning and Development. “Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon will examine our potential for growth near major corridors like 8th Street, Preston Avenue, Idylwyld Drive, and 22nd Street.”
The growth blog post is part of Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon’s “Spotlight On” Information Series to keep residents informed and engaged on the development of the City’s Growth Plan to Half a Million (Growth Plan). 
To view “Spotlight On” blog posts or to sign up for project update notifications, please visit www.growingfwd.ca.
Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon is a public planning initiative to help guide Saskatoon’s growth to half a million people over the next 30 to 40 years.  A major outcome of this initiative will be a Growth Plan to Half a Million that will guide future civic investments in transit, core area bridges, development near major corridors, employment areas, active transportation, and underground infrastructure so residents will have more choices for how they live, work, and move around the city as Saskatoon grows.
Public consultation will be ongoing throughout the Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon process.  Watch for more public engagement opportunities coming in Fall 2014. 
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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The City of Saskatoon will be hosting Fall Freestyle, the annual skateboard event, on Saturday, September 20, 2014.  This event will feature live DJ music, prizes, pizza, and skateboard demonstrations.

Kids, families, and youth of all ages are welcome to attend this FREE event, which takes place from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Lion’s Skate Park in Victoria Park (next to Riversdale Pool at 822 Avenue H South).  Remember to bring and wear your helmet and safety gear.

The event will also feature an opportunity to provide feedback to the Recreation and Parks Master Plan team on the future of skateboarding in Saskatoon.  For more information, please call 306-975-3378.

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.

20TH ST & AVE O INTERSECTION FOUR-WAY STOP
(Traffic signal maintenance)
Start: September 17, 9:00 a.m. End: September 17, 1:00 p.m.
EXTENDED: IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 25TH ST TO 24TH ST
(Streetscaping)
Right turn from 25th St EB to Idylwyld Dr SB maintained
Start: September 2, 9:00 a.m. End: September 26, 6:00 p.m.
ONGOING
20TH ST W EB & WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM AVE E S TO AVE F S
(Streetscaping)
Start: September 16, 9:00 a.m. End: September 23, 6:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE S TO MCKINNON AVE S
(Water main lining)
Start: September 8, 8:00 a.m. End: October 8, 7:00 p.m.
CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 110TH ST W TO 112TH ST W
(Streetscaping)
Two-way traffic accommodated in the NB lanes
Start: August 25, 10:00 a.m. End: September 20, 7:00 p.m.
33RD ST W EB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE Y N TO AVE W N
(Water main lining)
Two-way traffic set in WB lanes of 33rd St
Start: August 22, 10:30 a.m. End: September 19, 6:00 p.m.
AIRPORT DR NB LANES CLOSED ON FROM GATEWAY BLVD TO THE AIRPORT
(Roadway improvements)
Two-way traffic accommodated in the SB lanes. 45th St closed from Airport Dr to Koyl Ave
Start: August 20, 1:00 p.m. End: October 29, 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 on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

Nominations for the by-election for Catholic School Board Trustee will be accepted at the City Clerk’s Office, Second Floor, City Hall, during regular office hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) from September 14 until September 23, and on September 24 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Nomination forms are available at the City Clerk’s Office, Second Floor, City Hall, 222 – 3^rd Avenue North, the Frances Morrison Central Library and the Greater Saskatoon Catholic Schools Board Office.  All nominations must be accompanied by a deposit of $100.00 in cash, certified cheque or money order.

The by-election for Catholic School Board Trustee will be on Wednesday, October 29. For more information, please visit www.saskatoon.ca and look under “E” for Elections or call 306-975-3240.

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