News Releases
Saskatoon Fire News Releases*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT EDDY ST
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: January 31, 10:00 a.m. End: January 31, 12:00 p.m.
ONGOING
CUMBERLAND AVE S INTERSECTION CLOSED AT ISABELLA ST E
(Water main repair)
Start: January 28, 8:00 a.m. End: January 31, 4:00 p.m.
Two free public talks from Artists in Place: The Bunkhouse Project artists Lenore Maier and Muveddet Al-Katib will take place on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at PAVED Arts (424 20th Street W.) in Saskatoon.
Public Art Talk: “Physical Captivity" by Lenore Maier
In conjunction with Artists in Place: The Bunkhouse Project
Saturday, February 1, 2020
1 p.m., PAVED Arts 424 20th Street W.
Free to the public
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
4TH AVE S NB LANES CLOSED FROM 21ST ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Crane lift)
Start: January 30, 9:00 a.m. End: January 30, 1:00 p.m.
25TH ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT TO 5TH AVE N
(Manhole access)
Start: January 30, 9:30 a.m. End: January 30, 12:00 p.m.
ONGOING
The humidity in Saskatoon this morning is very high at 95%. When it’s below zero, the moisture in the air crystallizes onto the cold pavement and turns to ice. We have 14 sanders spreading straight salt to break up the ice on our priority streets. As the sun rises, it should soften any ice and dry up the driving lanes.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES E CLOSED FROM 2ND AVE S TO 3RD AVE S
(Crane hoist)
Start: January 29, 6:00 a.m. End: January 30, 4:00 p.m.
HIGHWAY 5 EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO MCKERCHER DR
(Street light replacement)
Start: January 29, 9:30 a.m. End: January 29, 11:30 a.m.
ONGOING
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
8TH ST E WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM MUNROE AVE S TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Tree removal)
Start: January 28, 9:00 a.m. End: January 28, 12:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT TAYLOR ST E
(Ground water sampling)
Start: January 28, 9:00 a.m. End: January 28, 3:30 p.m.
The City reminds property owners that Monday, February 3, 2020 is the last day to file a formal assessment appeal. The 2020 Property Assessment Roll has been open for public inspection since January 2, 2020.
If you have questions about your property's assessment, tax class, or exemption status, please contact Assessment & Valuation at 306-975-3227. Most assessment-related inquiries can be resolved by speaking with an assessor prior to filing a formal appeal with required fees.
City and CUPE Local 59 reach tentative contract deal
The Bargaining Committees for the City of Saskatoon and CUPE Local 59 reached a tentative agreement on January 24, 2020.
The term of the tentative deal is for four and one-half years expiring on June 30, 2023. Details of the settlement will be released upon ratification by both parties.
The ratification process will begin the first week in February.
CUPE Local 59 is the largest collective bargaining unit of City employees.
The Taylor Street intersection at Munroe Avenue will be closed starting Tuesday, January 28, at 9:00 a.m. to replace a water valve. This work is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Detours will be in place directing traffic around the work zone.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
COLLEGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM BOTTOMLEY AVE N TO CUMBERLAND AVE N
(Manhole repair)
Start: January 27, 8:00 a.m. End: January 27, 3:30 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E EB & WB CURB LANES CLOSED AT CLARENCE AVE S
(Groundwater sampling)
Start: January 27, 9:00 a.m. End: January 27, 3:30 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NIGHTWORK
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO RESEARCH DR
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 26, 8:30 p.m. End: January 27, 5:30 a.m.
CONFEDERATION DR SB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT LAURIER DR
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 24, 9:00 p.m. End: January 25, 6:00 a.m.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CLARENCE AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT UNIVERSITY DR
(Drilling)
Start: January 24, 9:30 a.m. End: January 24, 10:30 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: January 24, 10:00 a.m. End: January 24, 12:00 p.m.
Following the direction of City Council, negotiations on possible locations for a new Downtown Event and Entertainment District continue to move forward.
“As one of the most significant projects the City is likely to undertake in the next decade, we are investing significant efforts to ensure pre-planning and site analysis is thoroughly completed,” says Dan Willems, Director of Technical Services.
"This file is extremely active and we are currently working with landowners and key stakeholders,” says Willems.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
33RD ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE K N TO AVE L N
(Cabinet installation)
Start: January 23, 9:00 a.m. End: January 23, 12:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT MORRIS DR
(Pole replacement)
Start: January 23, 11:00 a.m. End: January 23, 1:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BOYCHUK DR NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Drilling)
Start: January 22, 1:00 p.m. End: January 22, 4:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
CENTRAL AVE NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COLLEGE DR TO 103RD ST E
(Drilling)
Start: January 22, 9:00 p.m. End: January 22, 12:00 p.m.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM SASKATCHEWAN CRES E TO 19TH ST E
(Streetlight cable fault repair)
Start: January 21, 9:00 a.m. End: January 21, 3:00 p.m.
The annual Living in Harmony Awards recognize individuals and organizations whose outstanding achievements contribute to the elimination of racial discrimination.
Nominations are welcome of any member (individual/organization) of the Saskatoon community.
The Awards are part of the City’s commitment to foster an inclusive community where diversity is welcomed and valued, and where everyone can live with dignity and to their full potential, without facing racism or discrimination.
Friday night’s snowfall covered Saskatoon with approximately 7 centimetres of snow. City crews have worked through the night clearing snow on Priority 1 streets such as Circle Drive, 22nd Street, Idylwyld Drive, College Drive and 8th Street. Grading continues on the remaining Priority street network.
The extreme cold, combined with this new moisture may cause icing on bridge decks, freeway ramps, overpasses and high-traffic intersections. Crews are sanding; however, salt is not effective at these low temperatures and sand is not sticking to the road.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
22ND ST E EB CURB LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 20, 9:00 a.m. End: February 28, 5:00 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO RESEARCH DR
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 20, 9:00 p.m. End: January 21, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
NEW
NO NEW PROJECTS SCHEDULED FOR THESE DATES
ONGOING
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 9:00 a.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.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (outside the 2nd Avenue Lofts at 23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatchewan Rush take on the Colorado Mammoth at SaskTel Centre on Saturday, January 18, is available at the following times:
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
ONGOING
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM BALMORAL ST TO OSBORNE ST
(Water connection replacement)
Start: January 16, 8:00 a.m. End: January 17, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 9:00 a.m.
Two free public talks from Artists in Place: The Bunkhouse Project artists Lenore Maier and Muveddet Al-Katib will take place on Saturday, February 1, 2020, at PAVED Arts (424 20th Street W.) in Saskatoon.
Public Art Talk: “Physical Captivity" by Lenore Maier
In conjunction with Artists in Place: The Bunkhouse Project
Saturday, February 1, 2020
1 p.m., PAVED Arts 424 20th Street W.
Free to the public
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM BALMORAL ST TO OSBORNE ST
(Water connection replacement)
Start: January 16, 8:00 a.m. End: January 17, 4:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT UNIVERSITY DR
(Drilling)
Start: January 16, 3:00 p.m. End: January 16, 3:30 p.m.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
VICTORIA AVE NB & SB PARKING LANE CLOSURES FROM 8TH ST E TO TAYLOR ST E
(Borehole drilling)
Start: January 15, 8:00 a.m. End: January 15, 12:00 p.m.
ONGOING
PRESTON AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM ARMISTICE WAY TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sewer repair)
Start: January 14, 8:00 a.m. End: January 15, 5:00 p.m.
With the Extreme Cold Warning in effect for Saskatoon this week issued by Environment and Climate Change Canada, it’s important for everyone to be well-prepared and safety aware.
The Saskatoon Emergency Management Organization would like everyone to consider the following helpful information now and in the weeks ahead.
Preston Avenue will be fully closed at Armistice Way starting Tuesday, January 14, at 8:00 a.m. for emergency sanitary sewer repairs. This work is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Detours will be in place directing traffic around the work zone.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM ARMISTICE WAY TO TAYLOR ST E
(Sewer repair)
Start: January 14, 8:00 a.m. End: January 15, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 5:00 p.m.
Plows, graders and sanders are busy clearing snow and treating ice on high-traffic roads today. The City has called a snow event due to more than five centimeters of accumulated snow. Grading of priority streets is initiated under these conditions.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM AVE B S TO AVE C S
(Transformer installation)
Start: January 13, 8:00 a.m. End: January 13, 8:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT MUNROE AVE S
(Valve replacement)
Start: January 13, 9:00 a.m. End: January 14, 6:00 p.m.
ONGOING
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Valve replacement)
Start: January 12, 8:00 a.m. End: January 13, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 5:00 p.m.
The intersection at Taylor Street and Monroe Avenue will be closed starting at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, January 13, to replace a water valve. This work is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NO NEW PROJECTS SCHEDULE FOR THIS DATE
ONGOING
71ST ST E ROAD CLOSED AT ARTHUR ROSE AVE
(valve repair)
Start: January 9, 8:00 a.m. End: January 10, 4:00 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 5:00 p.m.
The City of Saskatoon Corridor Transformation Plan aims to re-imagine the major transportation corridors that currently serve to move traffic from one place to another and turn them into vibrant, connected neighbourhoods that fit holistically into the city of the future. The Standing Committee on Planning, Development and Community Services will be presented the Corridor Transformation Plan on January 14, 2020.
On January 13, the Administration will present options for requirements for recycling and organics for the Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) sector to the Standing Policy Committee of Environment, Utilities, and Corporate Services. The Administration is recommending that the ICI sector be required to have separate containers for garbage and recycling and, if food or yard waste is generated as part of operations, a separate container for organics. Implementing this approach will involve an amendment to the Waste Bylaw (No. 8310).
71st Street, between Langer Crescent and Arthur Rose Avenue, will be closed starting at 8:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 9, for water valve repairs. This work is expected to take 12 days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances. Traffic detours will be in place while this project is underway.
Saskatoon woke up to blowing snow, with about six centimetres falling over the course of the day. Crews will stay focused on keeping driving lanes clear along Circle Drive and high priority streets. Sanders (16) are also out monitoring and addressing busy intersections, bridge decks and overpasses that are at higher risk for slippery conditions.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
71ST ST E CLOSED AT ARTHUR ROSE AVE
(Valve repair)
Start: January 9, 8:00 a.m. End: January 10, 4:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM INNOVATION BLVD TO RESEARCH DR
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 9, 8:30 a.m. End: January 9, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING
Environment Canada is forecasting 10-15 centimetres of snow beginning early Wednesday morning. Sanders will be applying pre-wet sand and salt for traction ahead of the snow event and will be out in full force with plows keeping Circle Drive and other priority streets clear.
If heavy snow falls as forecasted, City plows and graders will be supported by additional contractor equipment to clear all priority streets across Saskatoon.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE N NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM INNOVATION BLVD TO RESEARCH DR
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 8, 8:30 a.m. End: January 8, 4:00 p.m.
ONGOING.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANE CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 5:00 p.m.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB & MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO FIELD HOUSE RD; 2-WAY TRAFFIC WILL BE MAINTAINED
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 7, 9:00 a.m. End: January 7, 4:30 p.m.
ONGOING
The annual Living in Harmony Awards recognize individuals and organizations whose outstanding achievements contribute to the elimination of racial discrimination.
Nominations are welcome for any member (individual/organization) of the Saskatoon community.
The Living in Harmony Awards are part of the City’s commitment to foster an inclusive community where diversity is welcomed and valued, and where everyone can live with dignity and to their full potential, without facing racism or discrimination.
Water valve repairs will close a section of Avenue H between 22nd Street and 23rd Street on April 19, 2018. This work is scheduled to take one day to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
What you can expect from us
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO FIELD HOUSE RD
(Sewer inspection)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 6, 4:30 p.m.
22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT AUDITORIUM AVE
(Vault repair)
Start: January 6, 9:00 a.m. End: January 20, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NO NEW PROJECTS ARE SCHEDULED FOR THESE DATES
ONGOING
NO PROJECTS ARE SCHEDULED FOR THESE DATES
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.
Tree maintenance begins in Nutana Park, Avalon, Caswell Hill South and Grosvenor Park neighbourhoods
Starting today, Friday, January 3, 2020, crews will begin pruning trees on civic property in Nutana Park, Avalon, Caswell Hill South and Grosvenor Park as part of the City’s Boulevard Tree Maintenance Program. Tree maintenance operations in these four neighbourhoods will continue until March 31, 2020.
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 clearances from buildings, signs, streetlights and utility wires.
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HIGHWAY 16 TO TAYLOR ST E
(Streetlight replacement)
Start: January 3, 10:00 a.m. End: January 3, 1:00 p.m.
ONGOING
NO PROJECTS ARE SCHEDULED FOR THESE DATES
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.