News Releases

BLACK CART COLLECTION SHIFTS TO EVERY TWO WEEKS ON MONDAY, OCTOBER 5

October 2, 2015 - 7:59am

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Residents are reminded that residential garbage collection changes from every week to bi-weekly (every two weeks) on October 5, this Monday.

When the weather turns cold, as it is beginning to now, households tend to generate less garbage; and now that Saskatoon residents are using their blue carts to recycle, even less garbage is being produced. For residents concerned about filling their black cart before their next collection date, the City offers the following tips.

Put waste in the right place to reduce the garbage that goes into your black cart:

Recycle all paper and packaging in your blue cart that is collected every two weeks, year-round,
Compost your leaves, non-elm branches and garden waste at a City Compost Depot free of charge,
Take large items directly to the Saskatoon Landfill located off Valley Road, south of 11th Street (regular charges apply), and
Learn how to properly dispose of oil, auto parts, electronics, paint/construction material & other hazardous waste at saskatoon.ca/recycling.

Follow these tips for a successful bi-weekly collection:

Confirm your bi-weekly start date on your 2015 Waste Collection Calendar,
Sign-up for a personal collection day reminder at saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar,
Completely close and properly place your cart by 7:00 a.m. on collection day, and
Return your cart to your yard or garage to prevent theft, damage or fines.

If your garbage or recycling is normally collected on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day, they will be collected the following Saturday. Regular collection service is provided on all other statutory holidays, including Remembrance day.

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.

CIVIC INDOOR ARENAS OPEN FOR PUBLIC SKATING AND PARENT AND TOT SKATING

October 2, 2015 - 2:58am

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The civic indoor arenas are open for the season. The weekly Public Skating and Parent and Tot Skating sessions are as follows and will be in effect until Sunday, December 20, 2015:

ACT Arena: 107 105th Street East
Public Skating – Began September 4, 2015
*Tuesday: 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
*Sunday: 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Parent and Tot Skating - Begins October 5, 2015
*Monday and Thursday: 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Archibald Arena: 1410 Windsor Street
Public Skating – Begins October 4, 2015
*Sunday: 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Parent and Tot Skating – Begins October 7, 2015
*Wednesday: 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Cosmo Arena: 3130 Laurier Drive
Public Skating – Begins October 4, 2015
*Wednesday and Thursday: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
*Friday: 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
*Sunday: 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Parent and Tot Skating – Begins October 5, 2015
*Monday and Friday: 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Lions Arena: 2205 McEown Avenue
Public Skating – Begins October 4, 2015
*Sunday: 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.

Parent and Tot Skating – Begins October 6, 2015
*Tuesday and Friday: 2:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Admission rates are as follows:

Adult (19 and over) - $5;
Youth (6 to 18) - $3;
Preschool (5 and under) - Free; and
Family - $10.

Children, 6 years and younger, must be accompanied by someone minimum of 16 years of age. A maximum of two preschoolers per adult is allowed. Parent and Tot Skating is free of charge.

Visit www.saskatoon.ca/rinks for a full calendar of public skate times and rink rental rates information.

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.

WINTER DRIVING PREPAREDNESS: WATCH FOR SNOW PLOWS ON FREEWAYS

October 1, 2015 - 9:35am

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Despite the mild weather we are experiencing, the arrival of winter is inevitable in Saskatoon. In preparation, City of Saskatoon snow plow operators have been refreshing their skills and new staff are training for the important job of keeping Saskatoon roads in good winter driving conditions.

Beginning today, Thursday, October 1, snow plows may be encountered on high-speed sections of Idylwyld Drive and Circle Drive on weekdays, outside of rush hours, between 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. and again some afternoons between 1:30 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. The training will continue periodically until snow fall, when regular winter operations will commence.

One pilot truck will follow two slow-moving snow plows to alert drivers of the slower hazard ahead or units will be clearly marked with signage indicating “Training in Progress”. Sanding trucks will also be field-training on rural, gravel roads.

During training and especially in winter weather conditions, drivers should use extra caution when approaching plows and graders and avoid passing. Snow clearing can create a mini snow blizzard or throw snow onto your windshield leading to a sudden loss of visibility. Always drive defensively and leave enough space between vehicles and our equipment to minimize snow spray.

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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, OCTOBER 2

October 1, 2015 - 9:24am

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ONGOING

33RD ST E WB CURB LANE FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Unloading)
Start: October 1, 9:00 a.m. End: October 5, 4:00 p.m.

33RD ST E WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St WB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 19TH ST & SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGE
(Bridge maintenance)
1st Ave SB curb lane closed between 19th St & Sid Buckwold Bridge
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 6:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB/SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT CLAYPOOL DR
(Road construction)
Claypool Dr WB closed from Airport Dr to McClocklin Rd
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 6:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N/HIGHWAY 16 NB & SB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR W
(Hwy 16 flyover repair)
Hwy 11/12 SB median lane closed at overpass
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

INSTALLATION OF SMART METER DATA COLLECTION DEVICES UNDERWAY

October 1, 2015 - 7:38am

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Over the next three months, Saskatoon Light & Power (SL&P) crews will be installing data collection devices throughout the city, as the roll-out of the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) program continues. The devices will enable AMI compatible meters (also known as smart meters) to be read remotely for both City electricity and water customers.

“Since 2008, we have replaced approximately 60 per cent of the 60,000 older-style mechanical meters with new, electronic meters that become ‘smart’ once the AMI system is operational,” says Kevin Hudson, Metering & Sustainable Electricity Manager. “Our next step is to install the data collectors which will wirelessly relay data over a secure network from the smart meters to the central management system located at City Hall.”

Forty-two data collectors will be installed in the SL&P Service Area as well as 20 data repeaters in the Evergreen, University Heights and Willowgrove neighbourhoods. The data repeaters are used to relay data from the new water meter communication modules installed in the SaskPower Service Area.

The devices will be installed at a height of 3 metres on existing power and street light poles in the SL&P Service Area, and on existing street light poles in the SaskPower Service Area.

“The new AMI system is expected to be operational by mid-2016, at which time customers who have already received a new electricity meter will begin to receive monthly bills based on actual, not estimated, usage,” says Hudson. “The balance of electricity customers should be converted to the new system by the end of 2017.”

The installation of new water meters where necessary, as well as the corresponding communication modules, is scheduled to begin this fall. All Saskatoon Water customers should be converted to the new system by the end of 2020. Bills showing actual water usage will begin in mid-2016 for those customers who have had an AMI communication module installed on either a new or existing water meter.

Once operational, the new system will provide improved service for customers by providing actual meter readings on each monthly bill. It will also result in operational efficiencies for the City, as meter readers will no longer be required to visit individual properties, resulting in cost savings.

The City of Saskatoon is using a different brand of smart meter than the ones SaskPower was ordered to remove in 2014. The City has been installing meters supplied by the Elster Canadian Meter Company since 2008, and there have been no reports of problems like the SaskPower meters experienced. More information on smart meters is available at saskatoon.ca by entering Smart Meters in the search field.

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

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! GROWTH PLAN PUBLIC EVENTS PLANNED FOR WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 AND THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2015

October 1, 2015 - 5:04am

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The City of Saskatoon invites residents to participate in the closing round of public engagement for the Growth Plan to Half a Million (Growth Plan) from Wednesday, October 14 to Sunday, November 8, 2015. Join the conversation, either in person or online, to provide feedback on the proposed long-term plans and implementation priorities for a new transit system with Bus Rapid Transit (BRT); redevelopment along major corridors like 8^th Street, 22^nd Street, Preston Avenue, and College Drive; and a new river crossing connecting 33^rd Street to Preston Avenue, combined with dedicated BRT lanes on the University Bridge.

Mark your calendars! This is your opportunity to have your say in Saskatoon’s future.

Growth Plan Come-and-Go Public Events
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Mayfair United Church, 902 33^rd Street West
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 22, 2015
Saskatoon Field House, 2020 College Drive
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Growth Plan Online Survey
October 14 to November 8, 2015
Review the final draft plan and provide feedback online at www.growingfwd.ca

This will be the fourth and final round of public engagement for the Growth Plan. Once complete, the Growth Plan will help guide future infrastructure investments and land-use decisions so residents will have more choices for how they live and move around the city as Saskatoon grows to half a million people over the next 30 to 40 years.

For more information on the Growth Plan or to sign up for project update notifications, visit www.growingfwd.ca.

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.

MAINTENANCE TO AFFECT TRANSIT PHONE & GO, VARIOUS ONLINE SERVICES

September 30, 2015 - 10:55am

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Saskatoon Transit Phone & Go will be unavailable overnight this Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (October 2 - 4) due to planned maintenance. Additionally, some of the City’s online services at saskatoontransit.ca and saskatoon.ca may experience temporary disruptions.

To minimize the impact to users of Transit Phone & Go and online services, this maintenance has been scheduled over the weekend. Phone & Go will still be available during the day both Saturday and Sunday. Outside of these times, Transit riders are invited to use an alternate trip planning tool such as E-Go Trip Planner, Google Transit or the Transit App on mobile.

Online services on saskatoon.ca may experience temporary interruptions over the weekend, such as:

Business License Online
Drop-In Online (please call Leisure Centre directly to confirm drop-in schedule)
Inspections Online
BizPal

Barring unforeseen circumstances, online services will operate as normal on the evening of Sunday, October 4.

The City strives to maintain Phone & Go and online services 24/7 but, on occasion, maintenance work causes interruptions. The City thanks residents for their patience.

For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook. You can also follow @StoonTransit on Twitter for timely updates on Saskatoon Transit service.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, OCTOBER 1

September 30, 2015 - 9:40am

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NEW

33RD ST E WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Unloading)
Start: October 1, 9:00 a.m. End: October 5, 4:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 39TH ST W TO 38TH ST W
(Concrete restoration)
Start: October 1, 9:00 a.m. End: October 1, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM GREY PL TO CONNAUGHT PL
(Concrete restoration)
Start: October 1, 9:00 a.m. End: October 1, 3:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 CLOVERLEAF EB/WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) AND CENTRE LANES CLOSED APPROACHING OVERPASS
(Deck sealing)
There will be various interchanging EB & WB lane closures
Start: October 1, 11:00 a.m. End: October 1, 1:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: 8TH ST E EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM SOMMERFELD AVE TO MCCOOL AVE
(Sewer maintenance)
Start: October 1, 10:00 p.m. End: October 2, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

33RD ST E WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St WB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: October 9, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB & WB FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO HOSPITAL DR
(Sewer connection repairs)
WB median lane, EB center & median lanes closed
Start: September 30, 9:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 19TH ST & SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGE
(Bridge maintenance)
1st Ave SB curb lane closed between 19th St & Sid Buckwold Bridge
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 6:00 p.m.

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

2015 FIRE PREVENTION WEEK ACTIVITIES

September 30, 2015 - 8:31am

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The Saskatoon Fire Department has outlined activities and events planned throughout National Fire Prevention Week, which runs from October 4 to 10 this year. The theme for the week is “Hear the Beep Where you Sleep, Every Bedroom Needs a Working Smoke Alarm”.

On Sunday, October 4, the department is hosting an Open House at Fire Station No. 1 between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. The Open House will include live burn, fire extinguisher and sprinkler demonstrations as well as an opportunity to shoot water at targets, tour a fire truck, and stand in the bucket of an aerial truck.

“Last year over 500 people attended the Open House and we are expecting even more this year,” says Assistant Chief of Communications and Public Relations, Dave Bykowy. “Fire Prevention Week gives us an opportunity to showcase what we have, explain what we do, and answer any questions citizens may have.”

In addition to the Open House, the department is also offering fire truck tours at specific fire stations between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. from Monday to Thursday:

Fire Truck Tours – Fire Station No. 3 (1906 York Avenue)

Monday, October 5, 2015

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Fire Truck Tours – Fire Station No. 5 (421 Central Avenue)

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Fire Truck Tours – Fire Station No. 9 (870 Attridge Drive)

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Fire Truck Tours – Fire Station No. 8 (270 Slimmon Road)

Thursday, October 8, 2015

6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

ASSISTANT CHIEF OF COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC RELATIONS INTRODUCED

September 30, 2015 - 8:29am

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The Saskatoon Fire Department is pleased to announce that Dave Bykowy is the new Assistant Chief of Communications and Public Relations.

Assistant Chief Bykowy has been with the Fire Department for over 29 years. During that time, he has worked in the department’s Operations Division as a firefighter and Captain, in the Fire Prevention Division as an Inspector and Investigator, in the Training Division as a Fire Service Instructor and Assistant Chief, and now as the Assistant Chief of Communications and Public Relations with responsibility for Central Dispatch, Community Relations and the media.

“We are actively working to increase our visibility throughout the community by sharing and participating in our neighbourhoods,” says Bykowy. “Communications and Public Relations are a critical focus for our Department to move forward in this area.”

Bykowy replaces Morgan Hackl who became Fire Chief in August 2015.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 30

September 29, 2015 - 11:17am

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NEW

HWY 11/16 CLOVERLEAF EB/WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) AND CENTRE LANES CLOSED APPROACHING OVERPASS
(Deck sealing)
There will be various interchanging EB & WB lane closures
Start: September 30, 9:00 a.m. End: September 30, 4:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB/WB LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE N TO HOSPITAL DR
(Sewer connection repairs)
WB median lane, EB center & median lanes closed
Start: September 30, 9:00 a.m. End: October 1, 5:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING AVE C
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 30, 10:30 p.m. End: October 1, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

33RD ST E EB & WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St EB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 19TH ST & SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGE
(Bridge maintenance)
1st Ave SB curb lane closed between 19th St & Sid Buckwold Bridge
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 6:00 p.m.

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

FINAL FLEXPARKING PAY STATIONS TO BE ACTIVATED IN THE SUTHERLAND AREA

September 29, 2015 - 10:00am

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As the City of Saskatoon (City) finalizes the rollout of the FlexParking program, the final 13 pay stations will be activated on Wednesday, September 30, in the Sutherland area.

Important tips and reminders:

1. Have your licence plate number handy; you’ll need it at every transaction.

2. Don’t forget to note the maximum allowable time where you’re parking; you can only park as long as the sign indicates, regardless of how much time you buy.

3. You don’t need to display a dashboard ticket; your plate provides proof of payment.

4. Balances on your parking purchase can be carried forward to any space that’s been switched over to the new system; balances cannot be applied to coin-metered spaces.

5. You can buy additional parking time up to the posted maximum allowable time.

The City’s Disability and Veteran Parking Permit Program remains unchanged, and drivers are still required to display their placards.

For more information, including a map of where the new FlexParking pay stations are installed, as well as frequently asked questions, please visit saskatoon.ca/flexparking or call 306-975-2548.

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

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS TO CIVIC BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES IS OCTOBER 2

September 29, 2015 - 7:42am

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The deadline for residents to submit applications for the 2016 annual appointments to various civic Boards, Commissions, and Committees is
Friday, October 2, 2015.

Information pertaining to the various boards, commissions, and committees is available online at saskatoon.ca/boards and can also be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office, the Information Desk at City Hall, all leisure centres, and all public libraries.

All applicants will be notified once City Council has formalized its appointments to boards and committees. All appointments are effective January 1, 2016 unless otherwise stated.

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CITY COUNCIL DECISIONS IN BRIEF

September 29, 2015 - 6:26am

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From the September 28, 2015 Meeting of City Council

8.3.7 College Drive Classification

*The report outlined the transportation access strategy for the Brighton neighbourhood between the Canadian Pacific Railway overpass and McOrmond Drive.
*An intersection on College Drive will provide an important connection to the Brighton neighbourhood now and in the future.
*The configuration of the McOrmond Drive and College Drive interchange will provide a higher level of service to neighbourhoods north of College Drive.
*A funding plan has been developed for the revised interchange which results in development paying for 100% of the interchange.
*City Council approved.

8.3.9 Uber Technologies Inc.

*The City, like Regina has, will ask the Province to regulate Transportation Network Companies such as Uber and others currently operating unregulated.

8.4.4 Public Space Recycling

*Administration will continue to develop a long-term plan for the Public Space Recycling program and report back with program options by April 2016. The RFP issued in July 2015 has been canceled.

8.5.1 Second Quarter Results – Corporate Business Plan and Budget - Sustaining the Saskatoon Advantage

*The report presented the City’s second quarter results and shows 2015 budget projections are indicating a 0.28% unfavourable deviation from budget. The Administration will be taking all reasonable measures to bring in a balanced budget at year-end.
*The key projects outlined in the 2015 Corporate Business Plan and Budget are on track and initiatives are progressing well.

8.5.2 2016 Business Plan and Budget Process – June Public Engagement Results

*More than 250 residents participated in online engagement and an Open House in June to learn more about how the City prepares its budget and provide input on spending priorities and future investments.
*Most participants in the June Public Engagement Activities and in the 2015 Annual Civic Services Survey prefer: to balance the 2016 budget using a combination of user fees and property taxes increases versus service reductions or eliminations; spending increases for the maintenance of major roadways, snow and ice, street crime, and affordable housing; and funding decreases for arts and cultural groups.
*Participants in the June Public Engagement activities identified roads/sidewalks, spending efficiencies, crime/policing, and transit services as the top priorities where City Council should focus its attention for the 2016 Budget.

9.6.2 Prohibition of Smoking in City-Operated Public Places

*This will be considered at the October meeting of City Council. Item deferred to October 26.

9.9.1 Community Support Program Pilot Project – Review for Permanent Status

*The pilot project has been made permanent.
*CSP key indicators of success show positive movement.
*Data shows a reduction in duplication of services, with less calls requiring attendance by police and other service providers.
*The Street Activity Baseline Study (SABS) Update 2015 results show that perceptions of safety fell slightly and that there is a consensus among their respondents that the CSP should continue.
*The CSP has been recognized as a contributor to the image of safety for the Downtown and for its potential to play a key role in overall community safety.
*Ninety percent of surveyed business respondents would like to see the CSP continue, and 69% are prepared to support the program through property taxes. The majority of responding community and involved service providers also support continuation of the program.
*Two of the three Business Improvement Districts (BID) boards support continuation of the CSP.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 29

September 28, 2015 - 9:02am

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NEW

22ND ST W EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING BETTS AVE
(Turn bay construction)
Start: September 29, 8:00 a.m. End: September 29, 12:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB/WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM AVE O N TO AVE K N
(Tree removal)
Start: September 29, 8:00 a.m. End: September 29, 4:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT 29TH ST W
(Pedestrian light installation )
Start: September 29, 9:00 a.m. End: September 29, 10:30 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 39TH ST W TO CIRCLE DR E
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 29, 9:00 a.m. End: September 29, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W NB/SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO 38TH ST W
(Lightpole repairs)
Start: September 29, 9:00 a.m. End: September 29, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 28

September 25, 2015 - 10:20am

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NEW

22ND ST WB/EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT WITNEY AVE
(Tree removal)
Start: September 28, 8:00 a.m. End: September 28, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N/HIGHWAY 16 NB & SB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR W
(Hwy 16 flyover repair)
Hwy 11/12 SB median lane closed at overpass
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

WEEKEND ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 26-27

September 25, 2015 - 8:13am

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NEW

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR NB/SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT 20TH ST
(Nuit Blanche event)
Start: September 26, 5:00 p.m. End: September 27, 2:00 a.m.

PRESTON AVE SB CLOSED AT CORNISH/HUNTER RD
(Road repair)
Start: September 27, 7:00 a.m. End: September 27, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING CIRCLE DR S BRIDGE
(Guardrail repair)
Start: September 27, 7:00 a.m. End: September 27, 4:00 p.m.

22ND ST WB/EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT NEAULT RD
(Road patching)
Start: September 27, 7:00 a.m. End: September 27, 5:00 p.m.

UNIVERSITY BRIDGE WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING 25^TH ST WB
(Lightpole repair)
Start: September 27, 7:30 a.m. End: September 27, 9:00 a.m.

IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Lightpole repair)
Start: September 27, 7:30 a.m. End: September 27, 12:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR N
(Lightpole repair)
Start: September 27, 9:00 a.m. End: September 27, 12:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST WB CLOSED FROM MCKERCHER DR TO KINGSMERE BLVD
(Road repair)
Start: September 27, 9:00 a.m. End: September 27, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ATTRIDGE DR
(Lightpole replacement)
Start: September 27, 12:00 p.m. End: September 27, 1:30 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB/SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT CLANCY DR
(Lightpole repair)
Start: September 27, 1:30 p.m. End: September 27, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED PAST ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Modified road closure until September 26 for additional work. Curb lane open again through Zimmerman Rd. intersection only during this time
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

FLAGS FLY AT HALF-MAST FOR POLICE & PEACE OFFICERS’ NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY

September 25, 2015 - 7:40am

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Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day is Sunday, September 27, 2015. In recognition, flags at all City of Saskatoon facilities will fly at half-mast for the day.

Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day is recognized every year in Canada on the last Sunday in September. The day pays tribute to the hard work, dedication and sacrifice police and peace officers have made toward the safety of Canadians.

Flags are flown at half-mast to honour police and peace officers killed in the line of duty. Memorial services will also take place in communities across the country.

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.

TEMPORARY DISRUPTION TO TRANSIT PHONE & GO, ONLINE SERVICES

September 25, 2015 - 7:39am

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Saskatoon Transit Phone & Go will be unavailable this Sunday evening (Sept. 27) due to planned maintenance. Additionally, some of the City’s online services at transit.saskatoon.ca and saskatoon.ca may experience temporary disruptions.

To minimize the impact to users of Transit Phone & Go and online services, this maintenance has been scheduled for between 6 p.m. and midnight. During this time, Transit riders are invited to use an alternate trip planning tool such as Google Transit or the Transit App on mobile.

The City strives to maintain Phone & Go and online services 24/7 but, on occasion, maintenance work necessitates interruptions. The City thanks residents for their patience.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 25

September 24, 2015 - 8:07am

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NEW

33RD ST W EB/WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) & CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT HUGHES DR NB AND BYNG AVE
(Road repair)
33rd St EB curb lane closed, median lane remains open
Start: September 25, 7:00 a.m. End: September 25, 5:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CONFEDERATION DR
(Road repair)
Start: September 25, 7:00 a.m. End: September 25, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB/NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 23^RD ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Sewer maintenance)
SB Median lane closed from 25^th St E to the rail tracks
Start: September 24, 10:00 p.m. End: September 25, 7:00 a.m.

33RD ST E EB & WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St EB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 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.

CITY USING DIGITAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGY TO INSPECT WATER & SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE

September 24, 2015 - 5:02am

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Crews have not only been busy improving the roadways this construction season; the City is also investing $11.3 million dollars on water and sewer rehabilitation. For the first time, new, state-of-the art digital imaging technology was used to inspect and evaluate manholes during the 2015 summer construction season.

“Through this new method of evaluation using digital imaging, we have been able to exceed our target quantity for manhole inspections this year,” says Celene Anger, Director of Construction and Design. “This method of inspection is not only safer and more efficient, but also results in a higher quality systematic inspection that is cost effective.”

Instead of performing conventional visual inspections, the new digital imaging technology allows manholes to be evaluated by lowering a camera into the area to take several images. The system allows engineers to review images systematically as well as re-inspect files at any time.

Manhole inspection and maintenance help identify deterioration that can lead to collapses and blockages that cause waste water to back up—something that can be more prevalent as a sewer system ages. Cleaning and inspecting sewer lines is essential to maintaining a properly functioning system; this new technology will further Saskatoon’s investment in its wastewater infrastructure.

This season, crews have also been busy lining water and sewer mains at locations across the city, with priority given to those areas with a high break history. This rehabilitation work will help to minimize the potential for future breaks.

"While this maintenance and rehabilitation work to our underground utilities is not as obvious as road improvements, it is critical to providing reliable drinking water and sewer services,” says Anger. “Some of the road restrictions drivers are encountering are required for these types of upgrades.”

This spring and summer, the City has completed the following water and sewer rehabilitation work:

13.8 km in 81 locations of water main & sewer lining rehabilitation
145 short service connection replacements including 100 lead connections
1,024 manhole inspections using the new digital imaging technology

Other water and sewer rehabilitation work involves wetlands construction and the trenchless installation of sanitary force mains. This rehabilitation work is still ongoing as the 2015 construction season continues into the fall.

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 @cityofsaskatoon and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

USE CAUTION WHILE AT DOG PARKS

September 23, 2015 - 10:02am

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The City urges dog park users to stay alert and remain aware of your pet and physical surroundings after being informed that dogs may have recently come into contact with poisonous materials while at the Avalon Dog Park. At this time, this has not been confirmed.

The City expresses sincere sympathy to the family that has experienced the loss of their pet. The incident is currently being reviewed, and a park inspection has taken place with nothing out of the ordinary being found. The matter may be referred to the Saskatoon Police Service for a criminal investigation. The City is not aware of any similar past incidents occurring at dog parks.

Animal Control Officers and maintenance staff are keeping an eye out for any unusual materials. The City does not apply rodent or other poisons in our dog parks.

If you spot any unusual materials, maintain a safe distance and contact Animal Services immediately at 306-975-8478.

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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 24

September 23, 2015 - 9:29am

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NEW

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO WILLINGDON PL
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 23, 10:00 p.m. End: September 24, 7:00 a.m.

PRESTON AVE S SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM WILLIS LANE TO CORNISH RD
(Super chlorination work)
Start: September 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 24, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT RUTH ST E OVERPASS
(Underground cable repair)
Start: September 24, 9:00 a.m. End: September 24, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB/NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 23^RD ST E TO 25TH ST E
(Sewer maintenance)
SB Median lane closed from 25^th St E to the rail tracks
Start: September 24, 10:00 p.m. End: September 25, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 19TH ST & SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGE
(Bridge Maintenance)
1st Ave SB curb lane closed between 19th St & Sid Buckwold Bridge
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 23

September 22, 2015 - 8:27am

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NEW

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO WILLINGDON PL
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 22, 10:00 p.m. End: September 23, 7:00 a.m.

PRESTON AVE S SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM WILLIS LANE TO CORNISH RD
(Super chlorination work)
Start: September 23, 7:00 a.m. End: September 23, 5:00 p.m.

WARMAN RD NB CURB (OUTSIDE) & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT PRIMROSE DR
(Water & sewer repairs)
Start: September 23, 7:00 a.m. End: September 23, 6:00 p.m.

ONGOING

33RD ST E EB & WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St EB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 25, 5:00 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.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DECISIONS IN BRIEF

September 22, 2015 - 4:17am

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From the September 21, 2015 Executive Committee Meeting

7.2.1 2016 Business Plan and Budget Process – Fall Public Engagement

*The report outlines the fall public engagement plan for the 2016 Preliminary Business Plan and Budget.
*The fall public engagement activities will be an opportunity to pilot a new online citizen budget tool.
*the online citizen budget will be used to educate residents and to reconfirm what we heard from the public through earlier engagement activities.
*A variety of techniques will be used to increase participation including making the online citizen budget available at the Saskatoon Fall Home Show (October 23 – 25, 2015) and online at saskatoon.ca (October 19 – November 13, 2015).
*Various community groups and stakeholders will be encouraged to take the online citizen budget on the road.
*The Committee received the information.

7.2.2 Civic Operations Centre Construction Update

*The Civic Operations Centre (located on 180 acres off of Dundonald Avenue, just west of the Landfill) will house the new Saskatoon Transit Facility and Snow Management Facility.
*The relocation of Saskatoon Transit will occur in early 2017.
*Monthly progress reports indicate all activities are on track and construction is well underway.
*The Committee received the information.

7.2.3 Aboriginal Engagement and Inclusion

*The Kitaskinaw and Gathering reports include recommendations based on extensive input from Aboriginal citizens to increase inclusion and well-being.
*The City has made progress towards addressing these recommendations.
*The City and other organizations will continue to utilize the reports to enhance future policies, programs and services for Aboriginal people.
*The Committee received the information.
*The Committee resolved that Administration provide a further report in one year to the appropriate committee on the yield of nominations as a result of increased awareness efforts of the City’s “Naming of Civic Property and Development Areas Policy” and related processes.

8.2.2 Municipal Governance Structure

*City Council adopted a new governance model in June, 2014.
*The report identifies governance issues to be further reviewed and reported on including the duplications of business between the committee and City Council (suggestions for improvement have included elimination of Executive Committee and moving to two City Council meetings per month with each of the two City Council meetings having an option of an in camera session) and considering revising the time to debate, among other issues.
*Executive Committee resolved that the issues identified in the report be further reviewed by the Leadership Team Governance Subcommittee and that a further report with final recommendations be provided for Executive Committee’s consideration no later than the November 16, 2015 meeting of Executive Committee.

CULTURE DAYS KICK-OFF EVENT ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

September 21, 2015 - 8:48am

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The public is invited to create, participate, experience, and celebrate culture in Saskatoon with free activities and workshops being held to celebrate Culture Days from Thursday, September 24, to Sunday, September 27, 2015.

Culture Days 2015 will officially kick off Thursday, September 24 at 11:30 a.m. with an opening ceremony and flag raising at Civic Square (222 - 3^rd Avenue North). Following the flag-raising ceremony, cultural displays, including a showcase of civic employees’ cultural talents, free hands-on workshops and displays, will be held across the street at The Bassment (202 – 4^th Avenue North) from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Additionally, the City has planned activities throughout the weekend in support of Culture Days. All are welcome and all events are free.

Friday, September 25
Cultural Workshops (4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
Saskatoon Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, 168 Wall Street
Learn hand games, sash weaving, double ball, and jigging; make a dream catcher; watch both a jigging and a First Nations showcase.

Saturday, September 26
Decorating Paper Lanterns (1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
229 20^th Street West
Lanterns, paints, drawing, and collaging materials will all be available for creating a unique lantern. All the lanterns will be used to decorate the façade at 229 20^th Street West for the contemporary arts festival, Nuit Blanche, in the evening.

Under the Bridge (6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
Underneath the Senator Sid Buckwold Bridge (west side of the Meewasin Trail)
Projection of short films in partnership with Paved Arts and art installation, 66 Physiognomies, by Jinzhe Cui.

Sunday, September 27
Cultural Quest (1:00 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.)
Meeting point - Safeway parking lot (33^rd Street and Avenue C North)
A public bike tour that will explore and experience art in the Mayfair and Caswell Hill neighbourhoods.

Culture Days is a national initiative intended to raise awareness of arts and culture in communities across Canada. Even more events will be happening in Saskatoon throughout the weekend, focusing on our city’s vibrant cultural scene. For a complete list of activities, visit the official Culture Days website at http://www.culturedays.ca/en/celebration-schedule.

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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 22

September 21, 2015 - 8:23am

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NEW

PRESTON AVE S SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM WILLIS LANE TO CORNISH RD
(Super chlorination work)
Start: September 22, 7:00 a.m. End: September 22, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

33RD ST E EB & WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St EB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 25, 5:00 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.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERS KITASKINAW AND GATHERING RECOMMENDATIONS

September 21, 2015 - 3:21am

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The City is making strides with its community partners towards recommendations from the 2014 Kitaskinaw Project and the Urban Aboriginal Community Gathering. Progress and next steps are outlined in the Aboriginal Engagement and Inclusion report going to Executive Committee on September 21.

“The City has progressed over the last year in enhancing its programs and services for Aboriginal citizens and strengthening relations with Aboriginal peoples and organizations,” says Gilles Dorval, Director of Aboriginal Relations. “Input on future actions and initiatives to address priority areas will be a foundation for our future success towards full Aboriginal participation in our community.”

Kitaskinaw means “our Land” in Plains Cree and is used to describe a wide snapshot of our community. Recommendations from Kitaskinaw and the Gathering had significant input from Aboriginal citizens and focused on enhancing Aboriginal well-being and inclusion. The City undertook various programs to meet these recommendations, including:

- Education workshops and awareness campaigns, for the City and the community-at-large, focused on understanding and reducing racism.

- Taking a lead role in the establishment of the Saskatoon Aboriginal Employment Partnership through Saskatoon Regional Intersectoral Committee with Saskatoon Regional Economic Development Association (SREDA), the private sector, and Aboriginal and other community-based organizations.

- Providing a “Profile Saskatoon Grant” of $150,000 and in-kind support for the World Indigenous Business Forum (WIBF) and the first International Indigenous Music and Cultural Festival to be held in Saskatoon in August 2016.

- Naming Chief Darcy Bear Park in recognition of Chief Bear’s accomplishments and our longstanding relationship with Whitecap Dakota First Nation.

- A partnership with the Saskatoon Tribal Council and Central Urban Métis Federation Inc. and other faith based community organizations, supported awareness of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) Calls to Action report through a June 2, 2015 community event.

- A contribution of $17,000 towards a CUMFI project for an affordable elder’s residence within a residential care home. Since the Attainable Housing Program’s inception, 10 Aboriginal housing projects have been supported

The Report outlines future actions to continue addressing recommendations to enhance its programs and services for Aboriginal people and to strengthen relations with Aboriginal people and organizations.

“Working with First Nations and Métis citizens and elders, Aboriginal organizations, federal and provincial governments, educational institutions, the private sector, and community-based organizations will be important in delivering enhanced programs and services to better meet the needs of our Aboriginal citizens,” Dorval says.

The City is partnering with the United Way, Aboriginal Friendship Centres of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon Health Region, and other Community-Based Organizations to host Mawe Wicihitowin – “Working Together” conference, to build local on local Aboriginal engagement and service delivery. An Elders/Old People workshop, held in conjunction, will focus on incorporating Aboriginal values in programs and services. In 2016, the City will engage with Aboriginal citizens through an urban Aboriginal gathering with community partners to report on progress to-date and obtain feedback.

The Aboriginal Engagement and Inclusion report supports “Quality of Life” by identifying actions for enhancing Aboriginal well-being and participation in our community.

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

HIGHWAY 11 & 16 CLOVERLEAF OVERPASS REPAIRS COMPLETE

September 21, 2015 - 2:53am

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The City of Saskatoon has completed repairs to the Highway 11 & 16 cloverleaf overpasses and all traffic restrictions have been lifted. Some single lane restrictions during off peak hours may still be required for finishing touches.

During the four month long project the following work was completed:

Cross-overs built between the driving lanes to accommodate detoured traffic
Removal and replacement of the ends of the support beams and key structural components to restore the structural capacity
Removal and replacement of the asphalt surface

The work has extended the life of this important piece of infrastructure and ensured its continued use into the future. Maintaining City infrastructure and bridges is important to Saskatoon.

The City thanks drivers for their patience while this necessary work was carried out.

In an effort to reduce the overall cost of bridge structures, the City focuses on preservation in order to protect the financial investment as well as maximize the sustainability of the infrastructure. The City’s Bridge Strategy moving forward includes the rehabilitation of at least two bridge/overpass structures per year. The Ruth Street overpass is slated for rehabilitation in 2016.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 21

September 18, 2015 - 10:17am

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NEW

PRESTON AVE S SB CLOSED FROM 14TH ST E TO MAIN ST
(Sewer connection replacement)
Follow detour set up through 14^th St, Cumberland Ave & Main St
Start: September 21, 7:00 a.m. End: September 21, 5:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM WILLIS LANE TO CORNISH RD
(Super chlorination work)
Start: September 21, 9:00 a.m. End: September 21, 5:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO WILLINGDON PL
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 21, 10:00 p.m. End: September 22, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

33RD ST E EB & WB CLOSED AT 5TH AVE N
(Primary water main repair)
33rd St EB centre lane closed at 3rd Ave. 5th Ave closed from 33rd St to Empress Ave
Start: September 8, 9:00 a.m. End: September 25, 5:00 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.

WEEKEND ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 19-20

September 18, 2015 - 9:26am

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NEW

HWY 16 EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Construction of a bypass road)
Start: September 19, 7:00 a.m. End: September 26, 2:00 p.m.

33RD ST W CLOSED FROM AVE D N TO AVE F N
(33^rd Street Fair)
Follow detours set up through Ave D & 34^th St/Ave F & 32^nd St
Start: September 19, 7:00 a.m. End: September 19, 9:00 p.m.

22ND ST W WB LANES CLOSED FROM AVE J N TO AVE K N
(Storm manhole repair)
Follow the detour set up through Ave J, 23^rd St & Ave K
Start: September 19, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 4:00 p.m.

33RD ST WB LANES CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Water valve repair)
Follow the detour set up through 1^st Ave, 38^th St & Quebec Ave
Start: September 19, 8:00 a.m. End: September 19, 12:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W EB/WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM AVE B N TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(Expansion joint repair)
Start: September 19, 9:00 a.m. End: September 19, 4:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO CIRCLE DR E
(Guardrail repair)
Start: September 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 9:00 a.m.

33RD ST E CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO QUEBEC AVE
(Roadway patching)
Follow detour north on 1st Ave. EB is a median lane closure only.
Start: September 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 20, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR S SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM CLANCY DR TO 111TH ST W
(Road repair at manhole)
Start: September 20, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 11:00 a.m.

WARMAN RD SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR
(Streetlight repairs)
Start: September 20, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 9:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Pole knockdown)
Start: September 20, 7:30 a.m. End: September 20, 9:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB/EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Guardrail repair)
Start: September 20, 9:00 a.m. End: September 20, 12:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W EB/WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM AIRPORT DR TO 33RD ST W
(Lightpole replacement)
Start: September 20, 9:00 a.m. End: September 20, 1:30 p.m.

CONFEDERATION DR SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT 22ND ST W
(Guardrail repair)
Start: September 20, 11:30 a.m. End: September 20, 3:30 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR N
(Street light repair)
Start: September 20, 12:00 p.m. End: September 20, 1:30 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST W
(Pole knockdown)
Start: September 20, 1:30 p.m. End: September 20, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE PL
(Streetlight repairs)
Start: September 20, 1:30 p.m. End: September 20, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST W TO 33RD ST W
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 20, 10:00 p.m. End: September 21, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

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.

SUMMER MAINTENANCE EXTENDS LIFE OF CITY INFRASTRUCTURE

September 18, 2015 - 6:05am

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A variety of summer maintenance and repair programs are carried out each year that are critical to protecting Saskatoon’s roadway infrastructure from deterioration. The initial spring focus is high-traffic street sweeping to remove winter debris and pothole repairs to seal the road, followed by six weeks of city-wide curb-to-curb street sweeping.

“The work isn’t glamourous and sometimes it may go unnoticed by most residents, but it is critical to keeping a city this size moving,” says Pat Hyde, Director of Public Works.

Other programs include 400 kilometres of back lane maintenance and rehabilitation to restore grades and remove ruts; more than 300 sidewalk repairs to prevent risk of tripping; and washing/sealing concrete bridges and overpasses to reduce damage from the weather.

“These programs are essential to extending the life of the roads and infrastructure that we all rely on every day,” says Hyde. “Thanks in most part to the dry weather we experienced through spring and summer we’ve finished the majority of programs within a day or two of our schedule.”

In addition to these annual roadway programs, we continue to repair potholes and pave utility cut locations. To date crews have repaired approximately 140,300 potholes and patch 20-25 utility cut locations each day.

“Now that the summer programs are drawing to a close we are turning our attention towards preparing our programs for winter.”

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 @cityofsaskatoon and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 18

September 17, 2015 - 9:39am

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NEW

HWY 16 EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT ZIMMERMAN RD
(Construction of a bypass road)
Start: September 18, 7:00 a.m. End: September 21, 2:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CLARENCE AVE S OVERPASS
(Overpass repair)
Start: September 18, 9:00 a.m. End: September 18, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

NIGHT WORK: PRESTON AVE N NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT PRESTON CROSSING
(Guardrail repairs)
Mall access closed, use other entrance
Start: September 17, 7:30 a.m. End: September 18, 10:00 a.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT HWY 11/16 CLOVERLEAF OVERPASS
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB/SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT CLAYPOOL DR
(Road construction)
Claypool Dr WB closed from Airport Dr to McClocklin Rd
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 6:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N/HIGHWAY 16 NB & SB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR W
(Hwy 16 flyover repair)
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: October 31, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 16 WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED PAST ZIMMERMAN RD
(Road reconstruction)
Modified road closure until September 21 for additional work. Curb lane open again through Zimmerman Rd. intersection only during this time
Start: September 16, 7:00 a.m. End: November 15, 5:00 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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 17

September 16, 2015 - 8:06am

TU15-356

NEW

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 32ND ST E TO MINTO PL
(Sewer cleaning)
Idylwyld Dr SB curb (outside) lane closed at 33^rd St.
Start: September 16, 10:00 p.m. End: September 17, 6:30 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: 33RD St EB/WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES & WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 16, 10:00 p.m. End: September 17, 6:30 a.m.

PRESTON AVE N NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT PRESTON CROSSING
(Guardrail repairs)
Mall access closed, use other entrance
Start: September 17, 7:30 a.m. End: September 17, 4:00 p.m.

ATTRIDGE DR EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM CENTRAL AVE TO REVER RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: September 17, 9:00 a.m. End: September 17, 3:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E EB CENTER LANE CLOSED AT CLARENCE AVE S
(Overpass repair)
Start: September 17, 9:00 a.m. End: September 17, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT HWY 11/16 CLOVERLEAF OVERPASS
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 5:00 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.

INSTALLATION OF BICYCLE PARKING SYSTEMS BEGINS

September 16, 2015 - 5:14am

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The City has started the installation of 250 bicycle parking systems in the Riversdale, Downtown, and Broadway areas. The new systems are primarily designed to be used as bike racks, but some will also serve as convenient places for the public to sit and rest.

The bike racks are an innovative reuse of the parking meter posts remaining after the introduction of the City’s new FlexParking Pay Stations and removal of the old parking meter heads.

Triangular steel frames have been added to the meter post for securing bikes. In a few locations, a bench seat and small table top will also be included. The goal of this project is to promote active transportation and to provide more attractive options for moving around our city.

The first 10 units will be installed by the end of today, Wednesday, September 16, 2015, in the following locations:

Broadway:

801 Broadway Avenue
639 Broadway Avenue

Downtown:

247 1^st Avenue North
119 3^rd Avenue South
259 2^nd Avenue South
201 3^rd Street East
311 23^rd Street East

Riversdale:

339 Avenue A South
137 20^th Street West
220 20^th Street West

The remaining 240 systems will be completed by the end of 2015:

October – installation of 40 units
November – installation of 100 units
December – installation of 100 units

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.

BLACK CART COLLECTION SHIFTS TO EVERY TWO WEEKS ON OCTOBER 5 – CHECK YOUR CALENDAR

September 15, 2015 - 9:54am

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Residents are reminded that residential garbage collection changes from every week to bi-weekly (every two weeks) on October 5 this year. As shown on the 2015 Waste Collection Calendar mailed to every household in December, the winter bi-weekly schedule for garbage is starting one month earlier this year.

Households tend to generate less garbage when the weather turns cold, and even less as Saskatoon residents use their blue carts to recycle more of their household items. For residents concerned about filling their black cart before their next collection date, the City offers the following tips:

Put waste in the right place to reduce the garbage that goes into your black cart:

Recycle all paper and packaging in your blue cart that is collected every two weeks, year-round,
Compost your leaves, non-elm branches and garden waste at a City Compost Depot free of charge,
Take large items directly to the Saskatoon Landfill located off Valley Road, south of 11th Street (regular charges apply), and
Learn how to properly dispose of oil, auto parts, electronics, paint/construction material & other hazardous waste at saskatoon.ca/recycling.

Follow these tips for a successful bi-weekly collection:

Confirm your bi-weekly start date on your 2015 Waste Collection Calendar,
Sign-up for a personal collection day reminder at saskatoon.ca/collectioncalendar,
Completely close and properly place your cart by 7:00 a.m. on collection day, and
Return your cart to your yard or garage to prevent theft, damage or fines.

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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 16

September 15, 2015 - 9:13am

TU15-354

NEW

IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 33RD ST E TO GREY PL
(Sewer cleaning)
Idylwyld Dr SB curb (outside) lane closed at 35^th St
Start: September 15, 10:00 p.m. End: September 16, 6:30 a.m.

ONGOING

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT HWY 11/16 CLOVERLEAF OVERPASS
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 5:00 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.

MORE FLEXPARKING PAY STATIONS TO BE ACTIVATED IN THE RIVERSDALE AREA

September 15, 2015 - 8:20am

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As the City of Saskatoon (City) continues to roll out the FlexParking program in stages, an additional 37 pay stations will be activated throughout the Riversdale area on Wednesday, September 16.

Before the new, flexible pay stations are turned on, the old coin meters will be removed. As long as drivers encounter an unhooded, active coin meter, that’s where they should pay.

More stations will continue to be activated at other locations across the city in the weeks to come.

Important tips and reminders:

Have your licence plate number handy; you’ll need it at every transaction.
Don’t forget to note the maximum allowable time where you’re parking; you can only park as long as the sign indicates, regardless of how much time you buy.
You don’t need to display a dashboard ticket; your license plate provides proof of payment.
Balances on your parking purchase can be carried forward to any space that’s been switched over to the new system; balances cannot be applied to coin-metered spaces.

The City’s Disability and Veteran Parking Permit Program remains unchanged, and drivers are still required to display their placards.

For more information, including a map of where the new FlexParking pay stations are installed, as well as frequently asked questions, visit saskatoon.ca/flexparking or call 306-975-2548.

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

SASKATOON TRANSIT BUSES BECOME MOBILE ART GALLERIES

September 15, 2015 - 5:45am

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Beginning today, Saskatoon Transit riders will have an opportunity to view their community in a new way as submissions from local photographers will be featured inside Saskatoon Transit buses as part of the Toon’s On Transit Exhibition.

The exhibit is possible through a unique partnership between Saskatoon Transit and PAVED Arts which is a non-profit, community-based organization that helps artists and independent producers exhibit the P.A.V.E.D. arts: Photography, Audio, Video, Electronic, and Digital.

“This partnership is a natural fit for us,” says Jim McDonald, Director of Saskatoon Transit. “The photographs in this exhibition showcase the diversity of Saskatoon through the eyes of our residents and present interesting snapshots of our city. Saskatoon Transit is proud to support community initiatives such as this one, which allow residents from every neighbourhood in Saskatoon to experience a piece of our local arts.”

Named after the popular Toon’s Kitchen restaurant that once stood where PAVED Arts has its gallery on 20th Street, Toon’s On Transit focuses on exhibiting locally produced art work.

After an open call for photographs that “reflect our city through the eyes of its people,” PAVED Arts received over 300 submissions in two months. A community jury reviewed each of the entries and narrowed them down to the 35 images that will be featured on Saskatoon Transit buses between Sept. 15 and Nov. 8.

“The response from residents to Toon’s On Transit has been overwhelming, from shutterbugs and artists of all skill levels,” says Alex Rogalski, Executive Director of PAVED Arts. “We are delighted to share the works of these 35 talented people with the rest of the city in such a unique and all-inclusive space such as our shared buses.”

During the exhibition period, 35 Saskatoon Transit buses will showcase the work of the selected photographers with each bus featuring a different image. A “super bus” will also be in rotation, serving as a mobile gallery featuring 10 of the photographs from the collection.

For more information about Saskatoon Transit, visit transit.saskatoon.ca or follow @StoonTransit on Twitter. You can also plan your route in advance using any of the following tools: Saskatoon Transit Trip Planner, Google Transit Trip Planner, or the Transit App on your mobile device.

STANDING POLICY COMMITTEE DECISIONS IN BRIEF

September 15, 2015 - 4:02am

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From the September 14, 2015 Committee Meetings

SPC on Transportation

7.1.1 Railway Delays (Delegated Authority Matters)

*The next update report is to be presented to the Committee early in 2016, that representatives from CN and CP be invited to attend.

Background

*In January, City Council resolved that a committee be established between the City of Saskatoon and the Canadian National and Canadian Pacific Railways to develop solutions to reduce delays resulting from at-grade railway crossings. Two meetings have been held since and discussions to address operational issues in the southwest portion of the city are ongoing with Canadian National Railway. Traffic and rail data are being collected to quantify the delays. Conceptual plans for grade separations are underway at priority crossings.

7.2.1 Uber Technologies (Matters Requiring Direction)

*The City will communicate its support to the Province for the regulation of Transportation Network Companies and others offering rides for service at a provincial level.
*Administration will coordinate a provincial effort with SUMA and the other Saskatchewan Cities.

7.2.6 Plan for Saskatoon Transit 2015 (Matters Requiring Direction)

*the Plan for Saskatoon Transit 2015 report will be forwarded to City Council for information.

Background

*A new Section will be implemented immediately, focused on customer service and engaging with customers, community partners and staff.
*Saskatoon Transit services will transition over time as the Growth Plan’s Long Term Transit Plan is implemented.
*In 2017, Saskatoon Transit will move out of its current location. The move will require operational and scheduling changes for all employees but will be transparent to riders.
*To meet the expectations of riders, Transit must continue to become more reliable, effective and accessible.
*A critical demographic is those individuals who may not be able to continue driving yet do not meet the criteria to use Access Transit services.
*Saskatoon Transit must continue to renew its fleet with the target of being 100% accessible by 2018.
*Over time, additional resources will be required at Transit to better support drivers and customers.

8.1 College Drive Classification (Urgent Matter)

*The committee recommended to City Council: That the additional access point from College Drive into the Brighton neighbourhood be configured as outlined in the report of the General Manager, Transportation and Utilities.

SPC on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

7.2.1 Diversity and Inclusion Report (Matters Requiring Direction)

*The report will be forwarded to City Council for information.

Background

*The Diversity and Inclusion Report shows the City’s current employment equity statistics, goals, and plans for continuous improvement.

7.2.3 Public Space Recycling RFP Results (Matters Requiring Direction)

*The committee recommends to City Council: the RFP for Public Space Recycling issued in July 2015 be canceled and that Administration proceed with interim solutions and continue to develop a long-term plan for the program, reporting back with program options by April 2016.

Background

*An RFP for a Public Space Recycling Service was issued in July 2015 and two proposals were received. The Evaluation Team was disappointed with the quantity and quality of the proposals, and had expected a greater degree of interest and more innovative proposals. Because there was nothing innovative, Administration recommended the RFP be canceled and advised what the City can do in the interim and offer long-term solutions to this matter.

7.2.4 Efficient Waste System Project Update (Matters Requiring Direction)

*The report will be forwarded to City Council for information.

Background

*On July 17, 2013, City Council approved a $1.2 million Productivity Improvement Loan and award of contract for the Garbage Service Verification (Efficient Waste) System.
*The report provides an update on the Efficient Waste System Project that will provide improved service and cost savings in the delivery of garbage (black cart) and leaves and grass (green cart) collections.

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NEW, MORE EFFICIENT WASTE COLLECTION ROUTES TO IMPROVE SERVICE & SAVINGS

September 14, 2015 - 9:18am

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Newly proposed waste collection routes will improve service, create cost savings, and reduce emissions for the collection of black garbage carts as well as green leaves and grass carts.

This is the conclusion of an update on the Efficient Waste System Project carried at City Council’s Standing Policy Committee on Environment, Utilities, and Corporate Services on September 14, 2015.

“Tracking and reporting will be improved through the use of identification tags on carts, which will be scanned when carts are emptied to verify the collection in real time,” says Brenda Wallace, Director of Environmental & Corporate Initiatives. “Carts that are unable to be collected will be logged through photos taken by the truck operators.”

In 2014, 95% of the 70,000 collection carts in service received identification tags. City Administration is currently developing a plan to efficiently complete tag installation and replacement, which may include asking residents to put carts at the curb on a specific date.

“New routes and collection days, to be launched January 2016, are optimized to be more efficient by being as short and direct as possible with reduced back-tracking for trucks.”

The new system will be capable of monitoring a number of performance metrics that will improve the reliability and efficiency of City services, reduce fuel use, and reduce emissions from our fleet. Information is instantly relayed to the customer service centre to answer any inquiries.

Billing and collections for commercial garbage pick-up will also be improved through this system with onboard computers installed for operators to log all tips of commercial bins.

Residents will receive more information on the new schedules when they receive their 2016 Collection Calendar.

Increased efficiency of waste collection supports the City’s Strategic Goal of Asset and Financial Sustainability and being the best-managed city in Canada.

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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 15

September 14, 2015 - 8:59am

TU15-352

NEW

EXPECT DELAYS: IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 19TH ST & SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGE
(Bridge Maintenance)
1st Ave SB curb lane closed between 19th St & Sid Buckwold Bridge
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 6:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB/SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT CLAYPOOL DR
(Road construction)

Claypool Dr WB closed from Airport Dr to McClocklin Rd
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: October 27, 6:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT HWY 11/16 CLOVERLEAF OVERPASS
(Deck repairs)
Start: September 15, 7:00 a.m. End: September 18, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR S WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT VALLEY RD OVERPASS
(Storm sewer inspection)
Start: September 15, 9:00 a.m. End: September 15, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

HWY 11/16 WB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane will be maintained on the EB overpass
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 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.

FIVE-YEAR TRANSIT PLAN TARGETS OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS, CUSTOMER SERVICE

September 14, 2015 - 7:33am

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A five-year transit plan presented today to City Council’s Standing Policy Committee on Transportation stresses some important changes to Saskatoon Transit. Director of Saskatoon Transit, Jim McDonald says the plan is intended to lay out how Saskatoon Transit will prepare for the implementation of the City’s Growth Plan to Half a Million.

“Saskatoon Transit is about to see a number of significant developments to its operations in the coming years, including the eventual introduction of services like Bus Rapid Transit,” says McDonald. “In order to be ready for these big changes, we need to start putting some things in place today that will help set the stage for the next chapter of bus service in Saskatoon.”

The changes adopted by the Committee today include:

Enhanced customer service and community engagement capacities that will support positive perceptions of Transit as well as increased ridership;
The introduction of staged changes, as well as the gathering of metrics, to support the future implementation of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT);
Relocating Saskatoon Transit’s location to provide adequate space for the growing fleet as well as the necessary resources to support Transit services;
The development of a Control Centre that will monitor Transit systems and allow instant identification of issues and direct changes due to traffic congestion or detours;
A funding model that would support the expansion and transition to a modern and fully accessible fleet by 2018; and
Increased investments in staff training and professional development so that Transit employees feel fully supported in their roles.

“We’re working to reach out to existing riders as well as reach new ones through our expanded customer service and engagement activities,” says McDonald. “In addition to the changes proposed in our five year vision, we’re getting out in communities right away to let people know Transit is changing and we deserve a second look.”

REDUCED SPEED ON 11TH STREET NEAR HIGHWAY 7 FOR TAXI INSPECTIONS

September 11, 2015 - 10:45am

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The City of Saskatoon will be conducting its annual Taxi inspections starting the week of September 14, 2015 (Monday –Friday), weather permitting.

The Taxi inspections will take place on 11th Street West near the intersection of Highway 7.

Drivers are reminded to slow down and watch for signs as a 30km/hr reduced speed zone will be in effect for 11th Street West.

Know before you go! Plan your route 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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 14

September 11, 2015 - 10:13am

TU15-350

NEW

EXPECT DELAYS: IDYLWYLD DR SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN 19TH ST W & SID BUCKWOLD BRIDGE
(Bridge maintenance)
1st Ave SB curb lane closed between 19th St & Sid Buckwold Bridge
Start: September 14, 7:00 a.m. End: October 4, 6:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT GROSVENOR AVE
(Sewer Lining)
2-way traffic in EB lanes
Start: September 14, 8:00 a.m. End: September 14, 5:00 p.m.

ONGOING

HWY 11/16 WB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane will be maintained on the EB overpass
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 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.

WEEKEND ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 12-13

September 11, 2015 - 9:00am

TU15-349

NEW

BROADWAY AVE CLOSED FROM 12TH ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Broadway street fair)
Start: September 12, 5:30 a.m. End: September 12, 7:00 p.m.

ATTRIDGE DR EB MEDIAN (INSIDE) & CENTRE LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE
(Asphalt repair)
Start: September 12, 7:00 a.m. End: September 12, 12:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM AVE B N TO IDYLWYLD DR N
(Expansion joint repair)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 12, 1:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE TO CYNTHIA ST EB CLOSED
(Pedestrian ramp installation)
Start: September 12, 9:00 a.m. End: September 12, 6:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 21ST ST W TO 20TH ST W
(Pole knockdowns)
Start: September 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 10:30 a.m.

25TH STREET CLOSED BETWEEN 6TH AVE & UNIVERSITY BRIDGE
(Road resurfacing)
Access to University Bridge EB closed. Access to University Bridge WB maintained, but traffic must exit onto Spadina Cres
Start: September 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 13, 5:00 p.m.

COLLEGE DR WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING PRESTON AVE
(Pedestrian ramp installation)
Start: September 13, 12:00 p.m. End: September 13, 1:30 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 35TH ST W TO 37TH ST W
(Sewer cleaning)
Start: September 13, 10:30 p.m. End: September 13, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

IDYLWYLD DR N/HIGHWAY 16 NB & SB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR W
(Hwy 16 flyover repair)
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 11, 5:00 p.m.

HWY 11/16 WB OVERPASS CLOSED AT CLOVERLEAF INTERSECTION
(Overpass repair)
Two EB lanes and one WB lane will be maintained on the EB overpass
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: September 30, 5:00 p.m.

MELVILLE ST CLOSED FROM LORNE AVE & BRAND RD
(Force main installation)
Start: August 24, 7:00 a.m. End: October 30, 5:00 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.

25TH ST ROAD RESURFACING RESTRICTS ACCESS TO UNIVERSITY BRIDGE, SEPT 13

September 11, 2015 - 6:56am

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Beginning at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 13, 2015, road resurfacing work will be carried out on 25th Street at the intersection of Spadina Crescent and the University Bridge. The work is expected to last one day and is weather permitting.

The following road restrictions will be in place:

25th Street eastbound will be closed between 6th Avenue and the University Bridge. Access to University Bridge eastbound will be closed.
25th Street westbound will be closed between Spadina Crescent and 6th Avenue. Access to University Bridge westbound will maintained, but traffic must exit onto Spadina Crescent.

The City thanks drivers for their patience while this necessary work is carried out.

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.

NEW SIDEWALK RATING SYSTEM TO PROVIDE MORE EFFECTIVE REHABILITATION

September 11, 2015 - 5:06am

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The City of Saskatoon has invested in a new objective sidewalk rating system which will provide data on the condition of all city sidewalks and steer future preservation, rehabilitation and maintenance programs.

“This is the first time in the City’s history that we will have access to a snapshot of our entire sidewalk infrastructure via an objective, technology-based assessment system,” says Rob Frank, Manager of Asset Preservation for Major Projects. “An increase in funding and an expanded commitment to sidewalks has allowed us to make this critical investment.”

This year, the City’s funding for sidewalk repairs and preservation increased to $2.1 million, from $300,000 just four years ago. A further funding increase to $2.7 million is expected in 2016. These investments will enable the City to make significant improvements to the city-wide sidewalk infrastructure.

Currently, sidewalk preservation treatments are completed on a priority basis. Sidewalks adjacent to roadway surface treatment locations are completed first, in order to rejuvenate the street corridors as a whole. The three main types of repair and maintenance include replacing severely deteriorated sidewalks and curbs, saw-cutting off trip ledges, and crack-filling cracked concrete. In addition, City crews inspect and repair hundreds of reported sidewalk locations year-round to reduce the risk of tripping and injuries from severe cracks, dips and exposed tree roots.

The City currently has an inventory of 1,932 km of sidewalk and 2,280 km of curbs. For the 2015 construction season, the following work is planned:

17.8 km of crack-filling
6.3 km of curb replacement
5.4 km of full sidewalk panel replacement
1.7 km of trip ledge repairs

“When the data has been fully collected, we’ll be able to run analysis over the winter,” says Frank. “We expect to be in a good position to present some new options for sidewalk rehabilitation and maintenance in time for the 2016 construction season.”

Data collection is completed via raters that walk the city’s sidewalk infrastructure while inputting data on tablets according to pre-determined, objective criteria set out by City engineers. The budget set to collect the baseline data of the entire city is $350,000. The result of the new rating system will be the development of a cost-effective and proactive approach to city-wide sidewalk rehabilitation and maintenance programs.

A complete overview on sidewalk treatment can be found at saskatoon.ca/sidewalks.

REMINDER: BRIDGE MAINTENANCE ON IDYLWYLD DR OVER 19TH ST BEGINS SEPT 14

September 11, 2015 - 5:05am

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As part of the City of Saskatoon’s bridge maintenance program, crews will begin repairs to the Idylwyld Drive over 19th Street overpass this Monday, September 14. The work is expected to last approximately five weeks, weather permitting.

The project was designed to minimize the impact to drivers and to ensure traffic continues to move on and under the overpass. The work will be carried out in two phases:

Phase 1 Concrete Repairs – approximately 2-3 weeks (24-hour restrictions)

Idylwyld Drive over 19th Street southbound curb (outside) lane will be closed
1st Avenue under Idylwyld Drive southbound curb (outside) lane will be closed

Phase 2 Expansion joint seal replacements – approximately 2 weeks (night restrictions only, 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.)

Alternating full closures of one of the following:
- Idylwyld Drive northbound over 19th Street
- Idylwyld Drive southbound over 19th Street
- 1st Avenue northbound ramp over 19th Street

Access to Sid Buckwold Bridge will be maintained at all times, however, drivers should expect delays.

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.

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 11

September 10, 2015 - 8:58am

TU15-345

NEW

4TH AVE S SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 21ST ST E
(S.I.I.T. staff & student BBQ)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: September 11, 2:00 p.m.

PRESTON AVE S NB/SB LANES CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO JARVIS DR
(Sanitary sewer connection repair)
Start: September 11, 9:00 a.m. End: September 11, 4:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: ATTRIDGE DR WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CENTRAL AVE
(Jersey barrier removal)
Central Ave NB centre left turn lane closed at Attridge Dr
Start: September 11, 6:00 p.m. End: September 12, 9:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR W NB & SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM CLANCY DR TO LAURIER DR
(Installation of permanent pavement markings)
Start: September 11, 7:00 p.m. End: September 12, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

IDYLWYLD DR N/HIGHWAY 16 NB & SB LANE RESTRICTIONS FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR W
(Hwy 16 flyover repair)
Start: July 13, 9:00 a.m. End: September 11, 5:00 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.

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ASSISTANT CHIEF OF COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC RELATIONS INTRODUCED

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 30

FINAL FLEXPARKING PAY STATIONS TO BE ACTIVATED IN THE SUTHERLAND AREA

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS TO CIVIC BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES IS OCTOBER 2

CITY COUNCIL DECISIONS IN BRIEF

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 29

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 28

WEEKEND ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 26-27

FLAGS FLY AT HALF-MAST FOR POLICE & PEACE OFFICERS’ NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY

TEMPORARY DISRUPTION TO TRANSIT PHONE & GO, ONLINE SERVICES

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 25

CITY USING DIGITAL IMAGING TECHNOLOGY TO INSPECT WATER & SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE

USE CAUTION WHILE AT DOG PARKS

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 24

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 23

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE DECISIONS IN BRIEF

CULTURE DAYS KICK-OFF EVENT ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2015

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 22

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CONSIDERS KITASKINAW AND GATHERING RECOMMENDATIONS

HIGHWAY 11 & 16 CLOVERLEAF OVERPASS REPAIRS COMPLETE

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 21

WEEKEND ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 19-20

SUMMER MAINTENANCE EXTENDS LIFE OF CITY INFRASTRUCTURE

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 18

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 17

INSTALLATION OF BICYCLE PARKING SYSTEMS BEGINS

BLACK CART COLLECTION SHIFTS TO EVERY TWO WEEKS ON OCTOBER 5 – CHECK YOUR CALENDAR

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 16

MORE FLEXPARKING PAY STATIONS TO BE ACTIVATED IN THE RIVERSDALE AREA

SASKATOON TRANSIT BUSES BECOME MOBILE ART GALLERIES

STANDING POLICY COMMITTEE DECISIONS IN BRIEF

SPC on Transportation

SPC on Environment, Utilities & Corporate Services

NEW, MORE EFFICIENT WASTE COLLECTION ROUTES TO IMPROVE SERVICE & SAVINGS

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 15

FIVE-YEAR TRANSIT PLAN TARGETS OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS, CUSTOMER SERVICE

REDUCED SPEED ON 11TH STREET NEAR HIGHWAY 7 FOR TAXI INSPECTIONS

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 14

WEEKEND ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 12-13

25TH ST ROAD RESURFACING RESTRICTS ACCESS TO UNIVERSITY BRIDGE, SEPT 13

NEW SIDEWALK RATING SYSTEM TO PROVIDE MORE EFFECTIVE REHABILITATION

REMINDER: BRIDGE MAINTENANCE ON IDYLWYLD DR OVER 19TH ST BEGINS SEPT 14

DAILY ROAD REPORT, SEPTEMBER 11