News Releases

THE NEXT HOUSEHOLD HAZAROUS WASTE DAY IS SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15

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

To ensure household hazardous materials are safely disposed of or recycled, the City coordinates regular Household Hazardous Waste Days for residents to drop-off these materials. The next event will be held this Saturday, November 15, at SaskTel Centre parking lot (101 - 3515 Thatcher Avenue) from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Accepted Materials include:  pesticides, automotive oil, prescription medicine, batteries, aerosols, poisons, propane cylinders, household cleaners, and mercury-containing items.

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

Please do not bring paint to Household Hazardous Waste Day. Leftover paint and empty paint cans are accepted without charge at all SARCAN recycling depots in Saskatoon. Find out what is accepted through SARCAN’s paint program at www.sarcan.ca/pages/paint.

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

MULTI-UNIT RECYCLING PROGRAM UNDERWAY

More residents have access to Saskatoon’s recycling programs as the City’s contract with Cosmopolitan Industries, a non-profit organization that enhances the quality of life of adults with intellectual disabilities, gets under way. Cosmopolitan Industries is the service provider for the new multi-unit recycling program that provides an important social benefit to our community, diverts more waste from our Landfill, and conserves resources.

 “We have worked collaboratively with Cosmopolitan Industries to develop a recycling program to meet the needs of residents living in multi-unit dwellings,” said Brenda Wallace, Director of Environmental & Corporate Initiatives. “The program will make it easy and convenient for residents to participate, saving millions over the long term by extending the life of our Landfill and growing a greener Saskatoon for us all.”

The recycling program comes after extensive consultations with residents, tenant associations and building managers. All 1500 residential multi-unit residential buildings or complexes that are not serviced by a black roll-out garbage cart, and do not already have recycling through the curbside blue cart recycling program, are included in the program (approximately 35,600 units). A standard monthly charge of $2.51 per unit has been set to establish the program.

“Cosmopolitan Industries and the City of Saskatoon have created a unique partnership to deliver Saskatoon’s first multi-unit residential recycling program,” said Susan Hetu, Executive Director of Cosmopolitan Industries. “The new program will mean skills, learning and development opportunities for over 400 adults with intellectual disabilities.”

Implementation of the multi-unit recycling program is underway with information and blue bins and carts delivered to buildings based on a schedule established by Cosmo. Bin delivery will continue over the next several months. Buildings that currently recycle with another service provider have until May 1, 2015 to join the new program.

The same materials currently accepted through the curbside recycling program are accepted in this program: all paper, cardboard, plastics number 1 through 7, tin cans, milk jugs and cartons, legislated beverage containers and glass. The clean recyclable material does not require sorting – residents simply toss it loosely into the outdoor cart or bin for the building or complex.

For information on the delivery of bins, collection schedules and program details, please call Cosmopolitan Industries at 306-955-9100. For information on recycling charges on utility bills, call the City of Saskatoon Corporate Revenue at 306-975-2400. For recycling tips and program information, visit saskatoonrecycles.ca.

By recycling paper and packaging, and putting waste in the right place, together we can divert recyclables away from our Landfill and become one of Canada’s great green cities.

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

The City of Saskatoon is ready 24/7 to sand, salt and plow streets during and after a snow event this winter. Several improvements have been made to the 2014-15 Snow & Ice Plan resulting in better winter roads for everyone in Saskatoon.

“We will be engaged in multiple pilot projects in conjunction with the private sector involving our anti-icing, de-icing and sanding programs,” says Pat Hyde, Director of Public Works. “For anti-icing, a chemical is applied to the road before it snows which acts as an ice bond-breaker to prevent the ice from forming on the roadway surface.  This will enable snow grading equipment to be more effective and prevent ice building up.  Our intent is to utilize this on select sections of the high-speed roadways/bridges to monitor its performance.”

The City will also use a technique called pre-wetting where a salt brine (or other chemical) is sprayed on the sand before it is applied to Circle Drive and other high-traffic streets to improve traction.  Wet sand sticks to the road better and is more effective in extreme cold conditions when dry sand would otherwise bounce off or be blown off by vehicles.

Other improvements include:

Activating the 18-vehicle snow train to remove collected snow along the edges of Circle Drive, bridges and overpasses.

More frequent removal of snow piles from school zones and more clearly defined and expanded removal zones around schools.

A more efficient and cost-effective approach to snow grading during and following a snow event by expanding the private contractor maintenance areas to four area zones rather than two. 

New this season, the snow route is divided into two groups and can now be identified with a Green Circle or Blue Square.  If an extreme snow fall occurs, a temporary parking ban along the snow route will be declared so that graders can make a driving path as quickly as possible.  Residents are urged to familiarize themselves with these routes. Find out which streets are along a Green Circle or Blue Square snow route on the City’s webpage.

“As usual, priority street grading will continue to occur during and following a snow event; and city-wide neighbourhood grading will be initiated after the snowpack is a minimum of 15 centimetres (6 inches) to prevent ruts,” says Hyde. “This program will be carried out later in the season to reduce the impact of snow piles (windrows) on residential parking. Snow grading and removal will occur as required along narrow congested streets where windrow storage is not a practical option.”

Residents can access our Snow & Ice Interactive Map to see which streets have been graded after a heavy snowfall as well as information on all other Snow & Ice programs by visiting saskatoon.ca and clicking on Better Winter Roads.

From sanding icy roads to snow grading, City crews are Plowing Ahead and are ready for whatever winter brings this year!

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.

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

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

MULTI-UNIT RECYCLING PROGRAM UNDERWAY

More residents have access to Saskatoon’s recycling programs as the City’s contract with Cosmopolitan Industries, a non-profit organization that enhances the quality of life of adults with intellectual disabilities, gets under way. Cosmopolitan Industries is the service provider for the new multi-unit recycling program that provides an important social benefit to our community, diverts more waste from our Landfill, and conserves resources.

 “We have worked collaboratively with Cosmopolitan Industries to develop a recycling program to meet the needs of residents living in multi-unit dwellings,” said Brenda Wallace, Director of Environmental & Corporate Initiatives. “The program will make it easy and convenient for residents to participate, saving millions over the long term by extending the life of our Landfill and growing a greener Saskatoon for us all.”

The recycling program comes after extensive consultations with residents, tenant associations and building managers. All 1500 residential multi-unit residential buildings or complexes that are not serviced by a black roll-out garbage cart, and do not already have recycling through the curbside blue cart recycling program, are included in the program (approximately 35,600 units). A standard monthly charge of $2.51 per unit has been set to establish the program.

“Cosmopolitan Industries and the City of Saskatoon have created a unique partnership to deliver Saskatoon’s first multi-unit residential recycling program,” said Susan Hetu, Executive Director of Cosmopolitan Industries. “The new program will mean skills, learning and development opportunities for over 400 adults with intellectual disabilities.”

Implementation of the multi-unit recycling program is underway with information and blue bins and carts delivered to buildings based on a schedule established by Cosmo. Bin delivery will continue over the next several months. Buildings that currently recycle with another service provider have until May 1, 2015 to join the new program.

The same materials currently accepted through the curbside recycling program are accepted in this program: all paper, cardboard, plastics number 1 through 7, tin cans, milk jugs and cartons, legislated beverage containers and glass. The clean recyclable material does not require sorting – residents simply toss it loosely into the outdoor cart or bin for the building or complex.

For information on the delivery of bins, collection schedules and program details, please call Cosmopolitan Industries at 306-955-9100. For information on recycling charges on utility bills, call the City of Saskatoon Corporate Revenue at 306-975-2400. For recycling tips and program information, visit saskatoonrecycles.ca.

By recycling paper and packaging, and putting waste in the right place, together we can divert recyclables away from our Landfill and become one of Canada’s great green cities.

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.

 
Lawson Civic Centre will be closed for maintenance from Monday, November 24 to Sunday, December 14, 2014. All programs will be cancelled during the shutdown. Regularly scheduled programming will resume on Monday, December 15, 2014.
The Saskatoon Field House; Lakewood and Cosmo Civic Centres; Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre; Shaw Centre; and Fitness Circuit and Terry Fox Track will maintain regular hours during this time. For hours of operation and drop-in programming information at any of these six facilities, please refer to www.saskatoon.ca/go/dropinonline.
The City of Saskatoon and Lawson Civic Centre would like to thank patrons for their cooperation.
For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

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Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon invites residents to attend one of four upcoming public engagement events to discuss possibilities for shaping Saskatoon’s Growth Plan to Half a Million (Growth Plan).  The Growth Plan is being developed to help guide future infrastructure investments in areas like corridor redevelopment, transit, and core area bridges so residents will have more choices for how they live and move around the city as Saskatoon grows. 

Main Event – Growth Plan Workshops
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
TCU Place (Salons A and B), 35 - 22nd Street East
Presentations will begin at 10:15 a.m. and 6:15 p.m., with revolving workshops to follow every half hour to discuss possibilities for corridor redevelopment, transit, and core area bridges.  You may choose to participate in one or all of the workshop topics.

Growth Plan Information Session:
Monday, December 1, 2014
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cliff Wright Branch Library, 1635 McKercher Drive
Presentation will begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by facilitated question and answer period.

Thursday, December 4, 2014
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cosmo Civic Centre, 3130 Laurier Drive
Presentation will begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by facilitated question and answer period.
Event materials and information will be available online at www.growingfwd.ca, beginning November 19, 2014, along with an opportunity to submit comments.  You can also join the discussion on Twitter as we live-tweet the November 26, 2014 event – just follow the City of Saskatoon on Twitter or use the hashtag #yxegrowingfwd.
Public consultation will be ongoing throughout the development of the Growth Plan.  Those interested can sign up for project update notifications at 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.

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OVERNIGHT: IDYLWYLD DR NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 23RD ST TO 26TH ST
(Sanitary lining)
Start: November 13, 7:00 p.m. End: November 14, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) & CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES FROM 113TH ST W TO 115TH ST W
(Sewer Main Repair)
Start: November 12, 9:00 a.m. End: November 14, 3:30 p.m.

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

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

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

 
Lawson Civic Centre will be closed for maintenance from Monday, November 24 to Sunday, December 14, 2014. All programs will be cancelled during the shutdown. Regularly scheduled programming will resume on Monday, December 15, 2014.
The Saskatoon Field House; Lakewood and Cosmo Civic Centres; Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre; Shaw Centre; and Fitness Circuit and Terry Fox Track will maintain regular hours during this time. For hours of operation and drop-in programming information at any of these six facilities, please refer to www.saskatoon.ca/go/dropinonline.
The City of Saskatoon and Lawson Civic Centre would like to thank patrons for their cooperation.
For more City of Saskatoon Public Service Announcements, News Releases, Traffic Detours and Service Alerts, visit www.saskatoon.ca or connect with the City of Saskatoon on Twitter and Facebook.

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OVERNIGHT: IDYLWYLD DR NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 23RD ST TO 26TH ST
(Sanitary lining)
Start: November 13, 7:00 p.m. End: November 14, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) & CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES FROM 113TH ST W TO 115TH ST W
(Sewer Main Repair)
Start: November 12, 9:00 a.m. End: November 14, 3:30 p.m.

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

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

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

For Release:  November 12, 2014
MR-14-178

A representative from your news organization is invited to attend a media event regarding the launch of the City of Saskatoon’s multi-unit recycling program.

Brenda Wallace, Director of Environmental & Corporate Initiatives, will provide information on the roll-out of the program.

Cosmopolitan Industries Material Recovery Facility

(Park and enter at 1302 Alberta Avenue)
Thursday, November 13, 2014
1:30 p.m.

There will be a photo opportunity and an optional 5-minute tour of the facility immediately following the question and answer session with Ms. Wallace.

For safety reasons, sturdy, closed-toe shoes are required (no high heels). Safety vests will be provided.

For Release:  November 12, 2014
MR-14-178

A representative from your news organization is invited to attend a media event regarding the launch of the City of Saskatoon’s multi-unit recycling program.

Brenda Wallace, Director of Environmental & Corporate Initiatives, will provide information on the roll-out of the program.

Cosmopolitan Industries Material Recovery Facility

(Park and enter at 1302 Alberta Avenue)
Thursday, November 13, 2014
1:30 p.m.

There will be a photo opportunity and an optional 5-minute tour of the facility immediately following the question and answer session with Ms. Wallace.

For safety reasons, sturdy, closed-toe shoes are required (no high heels). Safety vests will be provided.

Growing Forward! Shaping Saskatoon invites residents to attend one of four upcoming public engagement events to discuss possibilities for shaping Saskatoon’s Growth Plan to Half a Million (Growth Plan).  The Growth Plan is being developed to help guide future infrastructure investments in areas like corridor redevelopment, transit, and core area bridges so residents will have more choices for how they live and move around the city as Saskatoon grows. 

Main Event – Growth Plan Workshops
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
TCU Place (Salons A and B), 35 - 22nd Street East
Presentations will begin at 10:15 a.m. and 6:15 p.m., with revolving workshops to follow every half hour to discuss possibilities for corridor redevelopment, transit, and core area bridges.  You may choose to participate in one or all of the workshop topics.

Growth Plan Information Session:
Monday, December 1, 2014
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cliff Wright Branch Library, 1635 McKercher Drive
Presentation will begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by facilitated question and answer period.

Thursday, December 4, 2014
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Cosmo Civic Centre, 3130 Laurier Drive
Presentation will begin at 6:15 p.m., followed by facilitated question and answer period.
Event materials and information will be available online at www.growingfwd.ca, beginning November 19, 2014, along with an opportunity to submit comments.  You can also join the discussion on Twitter as we live-tweet the November 26, 2014 event – just follow the City of Saskatoon on Twitter or use the hashtag #yxegrowingfwd.
Public consultation will be ongoing throughout the development of the Growth Plan.  Those interested can sign up for project update notifications at 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.

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2ND AVE S SB CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Crane Lift)
Start: November 12, 7:00 a.m. End: November 12, 12:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE Y N TO MARLBOROUGH CRES
(Watermain Lining)
Start: November 12, 7:00 a.m. End: November 12, 7:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE NB MEDIAN & CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 113TH ST W TO 115TH ST W
(PW Sewer Main Repair)
Start: November 12, 9:00 a.m. End: November 14, 3:30 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The City’s website, saskatoon.ca will be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11 starting at 1:00 p.m. until approximately 5:00 p.m.

Online Services such as Pay Your Parking Ticket, My Utility Account, Submit Your Meter Read and Pet Licensing will also be temporarily unavailable during this time. Customers may experience phone interruptions, and City of Saskatoon email will also be unavailable.

If you require assistance with your Transit route planning, please call 306-975-3100. Transit schedules will not be available online or through Click & Go. Transit will operate with regular Sunday/Holiday Service on Remembrance Day. 

For updates, follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Residents can also visit the City of Saskatoon Blog at saskatooncitynews.ca. The full listing of holiday civic services will be provided on this site while the website is temporarily unavailable. 

We apologize for any inconvenience to residents while our website saskatoon.ca is temporarily unavailable.

The City’s website, saskatoon.ca will be temporarily unavailable due to maintenance tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11 starting at 1:00 p.m. until approximately 5:00 p.m.

Online Services such as Pay Your Parking Ticket, My Utility Account, Submit Your Meter Read and Pet Licensing will also be temporarily unavailable during this time. Customers may experience phone interruptions, and City of Saskatoon email will also be unavailable.

If you require assistance with your Transit route planning, please call 306-975-3100. Transit schedules will not be available online or through Click & Go. Transit will operate with regular Sunday/Holiday Service on Remembrance Day. 

For updates, follow us on Twitter and Facebook. Residents can also visit the City of Saskatoon Blog at saskatooncitynews.ca. The full listing of holiday civic services will be provided on this site while the website is temporarily unavailable. 

We apologize for any inconvenience to residents while our website saskatoon.ca is temporarily unavailable.

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

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

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

2ND AVE S SB CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(Crane Lift)
Start: November 12, 7:00 a.m. End: November 12, 12:00 p.m.

33RD ST W EB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM AVE Y N TO MARLBOROUGH CRES
(Watermain Lining)
Start: November 12, 7:00 a.m. End: November 12, 7:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE NB MEDIAN & CURB LANES CLOSED FROM 113TH ST W TO 115TH ST W
(PW Sewer Main Repair)
Start: November 12, 9:00 a.m. End: November 14, 3:30 p.m.

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

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

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

The City’s first snowfall was approximately three centimetres of snow early Saturday morning. Because the roadway is still holding some heat, the snow melted and cooler temperatures caused it to turn to ice.  City crews worked through the night applying a salt application to weaken the ice, and sand for traction on all priority streets and many residential streets.  Roads are in good winter driving condition today and the forecast is for sun and cooler temperatures.

City crews are out 24/7 ready to address winter weather affecting driving conditions, with additional staff and contractors available as required.  Today two tandem sanders will continue on Priority 3 streets (main streets and schools, remainder of arterials and collectors) addressing trouble spots and sidewalk crews are sanding icy sidewalks.

Drivers are reminded to please slow down and allow extra time to get to your destination.  To report an icy intersection or street, please call our 24-hour Public Works customer service call centre at 306-975-2476. 

No further Snow & Ice Updates are planned for today, unless the weather conditions change significantly.   

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

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The City’s first snowfall was approximately three centimetres of snow early Saturday morning. Because the roadway is still holding some heat, the snow melted and cooler temperatures caused it to turn to ice.  City crews worked through the night applying a salt application to weaken the ice, and sand for traction on all priority streets and many residential streets.  Roads are in good winter driving condition today and the forecast is for sun and cooler temperatures.

City crews are out 24/7 ready to address winter weather affecting driving conditions, with additional staff and contractors available as required.  Today two tandem sanders will continue on Priority 3 streets (main streets and schools, remainder of arterials and collectors) addressing trouble spots and sidewalk crews are sanding icy sidewalks.

Drivers are reminded to please slow down and allow extra time to get to your destination.  To report an icy intersection or street, please call our 24-hour Public Works customer service call centre at 306-975-2476. 

No further Snow & Ice Updates are planned for today, unless the weather conditions change significantly.   

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

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Today, Saturday, November 8 the City is reopening Airport Drive between Claypool Drive and 45^th Street, as well as 45^th Street West between Airport Drive and Aerogreen Road.  

Some of the extensive improvements to the roadways surrounding the Saskatoon Airport in 2014 include:

·  Widening Airport Drive north of 45th Street to create a double lane;

·  Widening Airport Drive from south of 45th Street West to Cynthia Street to allow for better traffic flow;

· Widening 45th Street West where it approaches Airport Drive to allow for better traffic flow.  

Please note: Airport Drive’s southbound curb lane north of 45^th Street will remain closed for a few more days to allow for lighting installation work.

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

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

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts.

You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

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The city’s first snowfall and ice conditions are causing some Saskatoon Transit delays today.

Saskatoon Transit Service Alerts will continue to provide route information, available at saskatoon.ca, Facebook and on Twitter (follow @YXEAlert).

For more information call Customer Service at 306-975-3100.

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.

Saskatoon recently experienced:

• Saskatoon experienced 3 centimetres of snow early Saturday morning. Because the roadway is still holding some heat, the snow melted and cooler temperatures caused it to turn to ice.

This is affecting driving conditions

Crews are:

• Working 24/7 applying a salt application to weaken the ice, and sand for traction. Priority 1,2 and 3 streets have been salted and crews are in residential areas addressing trouble intersections.
• Applying de-icing material (sand/salt)

Crews are now working on:

• Priority 1 streets: freeway, access to fire halls, hospitals and ambulance sites, major roads such as 8th Street and 22nd Street
• Priority 2 streets: rapid transit routes, busy roads such as Broadway Avenue, Fairlight Drive, 37th Street
• Priority 3 streets: Main streets and schools, remainder of arterials and collectors

Messages for the public:

• Road maintenance crews work 24/7 throughout winter applying de-icing materials along priority streets and at trouble intersections; and plowing or grading snow as required.  Follow our progress during a snow event and learn more about out Snow & Ice Plan at Better Winter Roads or call our 24-hour Customer Service Centre at 306-975-2476.
• The snow plows and graders are large and slow moving. Please use extreme caution when passing them.  Drivers are reminded to please slow down and allow extra time to get to your destination.
• The City operates snow storage sites for contractors and public, visit Snow Storage Sites for location information.
• Snow & Ice Update PSAs are available on the City's website at www.saskatoon.ca, Facebook and Twitter (@YXEAlert)

Saskatoon recently experienced:

• Saskatoon experienced 3 centimetres of snow early Saturday morning. Because the roadway is still holding some heat, the snow melted and cooler temperatures caused it to turn to ice.

This is affecting driving conditions

Crews are:

• Working 24/7 applying a salt application to weaken the ice, and sand for traction. Priority 1,2 and 3 streets have been salted and crews are in residential areas addressing trouble intersections.
• Applying de-icing material (sand/salt)

Crews are now working on:

• Priority 1 streets: freeway, access to fire halls, hospitals and ambulance sites, major roads such as 8th Street and 22nd Street
• Priority 2 streets: rapid transit routes, busy roads such as Broadway Avenue, Fairlight Drive, 37th Street
• Priority 3 streets: Main streets and schools, remainder of arterials and collectors

Messages for the public:

• Road maintenance crews work 24/7 throughout winter applying de-icing materials along priority streets and at trouble intersections; and plowing or grading snow as required.  Follow our progress during a snow event and learn more about out Snow & Ice Plan at Better Winter Roads or call our 24-hour Customer Service Centre at 306-975-2476.
• The snow plows and graders are large and slow moving. Please use extreme caution when passing them.  Drivers are reminded to please slow down and allow extra time to get to your destination.
• The City operates snow storage sites for contractors and public, visit Snow Storage Sites for location information.
• Snow & Ice Update PSAs are available on the City's website at www.saskatoon.ca, Facebook and Twitter (@YXEAlert)

The city’s first snowfall and ice conditions are causing some Saskatoon Transit delays today.

Saskatoon Transit Service Alerts will continue to provide route information, available at saskatoon.ca, Facebook and on Twitter (follow @YXEAlert).

For more information call Customer Service at 306-975-3100.

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.

Today, Saturday, November 8 the City is reopening Airport Drive between Claypool Drive and 45^th Street, as well as 45^th Street West between Airport Drive and Aerogreen Road.  

Some of the extensive improvements to the roadways surrounding the Saskatoon Airport in 2014 include:

·  Widening Airport Drive north of 45th Street to create a double lane;

·  Widening Airport Drive from south of 45th Street West to Cynthia Street to allow for better traffic flow;

· Widening 45th Street West where it approaches Airport Drive to allow for better traffic flow.  

Please note: Airport Drive’s southbound curb lane north of 45^th Street will remain closed for a few more days to allow for lighting installation work.

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

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

Know before you go! Plan your route around road work by checking our Road Restrictions and Construction Projects interactive map. Find traffic detour information on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts.

You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

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Winter has arrived in Saskatoon! The city experienced its first snowfall of the season today. Icy and slick driving conditions are the result of the combination of snow melting on unfrozen roads, followed by low temperatures. It is the City’s goal to make it safe for people to move around Saskatoon. Drivers are advised to use care and caution and to lower speed.

Today, the City has dispatched 9 tandem sanders and 4 one tonne sanders using a salt-sand combination to clear icy roads throughout the city.

City road maintenance staff are committed to doing their best and working as quickly as possible to provide safe winter conditions for drivers and pedestrians. For everyone’s safety, please watch for crews on the road. The large machines used are equipped with flashing amber lights, move slowly in teams of two or more, and can be found on the road at any time of day or night on any roadway. Drivers are reminded to please slow down and keep 15 metres behind maintenance equipment; be prepared to stop.

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

Winter has arrived in Saskatoon! The city experienced its first snowfall of the season today. Icy and slick driving conditions are the result of the combination of snow melting on unfrozen roads, followed by low temperatures. It is the City’s goal to make it safe for people to move around Saskatoon. Drivers are advised to use care and caution and to lower speed.

Today, the City has dispatched 9 tandem sanders and 4 one tonne sanders using a salt-sand combination to clear icy roads throughout the city.

City road maintenance staff are committed to doing their best and working as quickly as possible to provide safe winter conditions for drivers and pedestrians. For everyone’s safety, please watch for crews on the road. The large machines used are equipped with flashing amber lights, move slowly in teams of two or more, and can be found on the road at any time of day or night on any roadway. Drivers are reminded to please slow down and keep 15 metres behind maintenance equipment; be prepared to stop.

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

Residents are reminded that from November 1 to March 31, residential garbage collection follows a winter schedule for bi-weekly (every two weeks) pickups for black carts.  The winter schedule of bi-weekly garbage collections was adopted because households tend to generate less garbage when the weather turns cold.

Garbage collection will temporarily return to weekly pick-up between December 15 and January 2.  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

Curbside blue cart recycling collection is every two weeks, year-round. All of your paper and packaging can go in your recycling cart to further reduce your garbage. Find out which materials can be recycled at SaskatoonRecycles.ca

Remember to put waste in the right place and:

• Roll out your cart by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
• Completely close and properly place your cart to avoid missed collections, and
• Return your cart to your yard or garage to prevent theft or fines

Check your 2014 Waste & Recycling Collection Calendar for your collection schedule or visit SaskatoonRecycles.ca and set up a handy reminder service for your black cart and blue cart collections.

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.

For Immediate Release:  November 7, 2014
          

Saskatoon Transit will provide complimentary bus transportation to and from the 2014 Remembrance Day Ceremonies at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, November 11. The free bus service will depart as follows:

 Downtown Special Events Stop (23^rd Street & 2^nd Avenue) – beginning from 9:00 a.m. buses will depart every 15 minutes, with the last bus leaving at 10:15 a.m.

 Market Mall – Departure will be from the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.

The Centre Mall – Departure will be from the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.

 Return trips will begin immediately following the close of ceremonies.

For more information, please call Customer Service at 306-975-3100.

 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.

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

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

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

IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 31ST ST W
(sanitary sewer lining)
Start: November 7, 7:00 p.m. End: November 8, 7:00 a.m.

NEW SATURDAY

IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 29TH ST W TO 32ND ST W
(sanitary sewer lining)
No left turns from Idylwyld onto 29th or 31st St. No left turns from 29th or 31st St onto Idylwyld Dr.
Start: November 8, 7:00 p.m. End: November 9, 7:00 a.m.

NEW SUNDAY
SPADINA CRES E NB CLOSED AT DUKE ST
(Saskatoon Light & Power pole knockdown)
Use 7th Ave.
Start: November 9, 7:00 a.m. End: November 9, 9:00 a.m.

25TH ST E WB FROM 2ND AVE N TO 3RD AVE N
(fiber optic cable splicing)
Start: November 9, 8:00 a.m. End: November 9, 12:00 p.m.

BROADWAY AVE NB & SB FROM 9TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(tree pruning)
Start: November 9, 1:00 p.m. End: November 9, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) AND CENTRE LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(sanitary sewer lining)
Start: November 9, 7:00 p.m. End: November 10, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 106TH ST W TO 107TH ST W
(new water & sewer installation)
Northbound traffic will be maintained. Southbound will detour onto 106th St.
Start: November 6, 8:30 a.m. End: November 7, 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 on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 30TH ST W TO 31ST ST W
(sanitary sewer lining)
Start: November 7, 7:00 p.m. End: November 8, 7:00 a.m.

NEW SATURDAY

IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 29TH ST W TO 32ND ST W
(sanitary sewer lining)
No left turns from Idylwyld onto 29th or 31st St. No left turns from 29th or 31st St onto Idylwyld Dr.
Start: November 8, 7:00 p.m. End: November 9, 7:00 a.m.

NEW SUNDAY
SPADINA CRES E NB CLOSED AT DUKE ST
(Saskatoon Light & Power pole knockdown)
Use 7th Ave.
Start: November 9, 7:00 a.m. End: November 9, 9:00 a.m.

25TH ST E WB FROM 2ND AVE N TO 3RD AVE N
(fiber optic cable splicing)
Start: November 9, 8:00 a.m. End: November 9, 12:00 p.m.

BROADWAY AVE NB & SB FROM 9TH ST E TO 12TH ST E
(tree pruning)
Start: November 9, 1:00 p.m. End: November 9, 5:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB MEDIAN (INSIDE) AND CENTRE LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 26TH ST E
(sanitary sewer lining)
Start: November 9, 7:00 p.m. End: November 10, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 106TH ST W TO 107TH ST W
(new water & sewer installation)
Northbound traffic will be maintained. Southbound will detour onto 106th St.
Start: November 6, 8:30 a.m. End: November 7, 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 on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

Residents are reminded that from November 1 to March 31, residential garbage collection follows a winter schedule for bi-weekly (every two weeks) pickups for black carts.  The winter schedule of bi-weekly garbage collections was adopted because households tend to generate less garbage when the weather turns cold.

Garbage collection will temporarily return to weekly pick-up between December 15 and January 2.  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

Curbside blue cart recycling collection is every two weeks, year-round. All of your paper and packaging can go in your recycling cart to further reduce your garbage. Find out which materials can be recycled at SaskatoonRecycles.ca

Remember to put waste in the right place and:

• Roll out your cart by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
• Completely close and properly place your cart to avoid missed collections, and
• Return your cart to your yard or garage to prevent theft or fines

Check your 2014 Waste & Recycling Collection Calendar for your collection schedule or visit SaskatoonRecycles.ca and set up a handy reminder service for your black cart and blue cart collections.

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.

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

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

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

For Immediate Release:  November 7, 2014
          

Saskatoon Transit will provide complimentary bus transportation to and from the 2014 Remembrance Day Ceremonies at SaskTel Centre on Tuesday, November 11. The free bus service will depart as follows:

 Downtown Special Events Stop (23^rd Street & 2^nd Avenue) – beginning from 9:00 a.m. buses will depart every 15 minutes, with the last bus leaving at 10:15 a.m.

 Market Mall – Departure will be from the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.

The Centre Mall – Departure will be from the mall transit terminal at 9:45 a.m.

 Return trips will begin immediately following the close of ceremonies.

For more information, please call Customer Service at 306-975-3100.

 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.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB FROM 24TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(sanitary sewer lining)
NB and SB median lanes closed.
Start: November 6, 7:00 p.m. End: November 7, 7:00 a.m.

23RD STREET CLOSED BETWEEN 3RD AND 4TH AVE
(Chillin 4 Charity Special Event)
Start: November 7, 7:00 a.m. End: November 7, 3:30 p.m.

CIRCLE DRIVE E WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT PRESTON AVE EXIT
(asphalt repair)
Start: November 7, 9:00 a.m. End: November 7, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 106TH ST W TO 107TH ST W
(new water & sewer installation)
Northbound traffic will be maintained. Southbound traffic will detour onto 106th St.
Start: November 6, 8:30 a.m. End: November 7, 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 on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB FROM 24TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(sanitary sewer lining)
NB and SB median lanes closed.
Start: November 6, 7:00 p.m. End: November 7, 7:00 a.m.

23RD STREET CLOSED BETWEEN 3RD AND 4TH AVE
(Chillin 4 Charity Special Event)
Start: November 7, 7:00 a.m. End: November 7, 3:30 p.m.

CIRCLE DRIVE E WB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT PRESTON AVE EXIT
(asphalt repair)
Start: November 7, 9:00 a.m. End: November 7, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING
CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 106TH ST W TO 107TH ST W
(new water & sewer installation)
Northbound traffic will be maintained. Southbound traffic will detour onto 106th St.
Start: November 6, 8:30 a.m. End: November 7, 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 on our saskatoon.ca homepage or subscribe to our Traffic Detour Service Alerts. You can also follow us on Twitter @YXEServiceAlert and with #betterroadsYXE and like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

NEW
CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED FROM 106TH ST W TO 107TH ST W
(installation of new water and sewer connections)
Northbound traffic will be maintained. Southbound traffic will detour onto 106th St Eastbound.
Start: November 6, 8:30 a.m. End: November 7, 5:00 p.m.

CIRCLE DR E WESTBOUND CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT IDYLWYLD DR N
(installation of light poles)
Start: November 6, 9:00 a.m. End: November 6, 12:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB FROM 23RD ST TO 32ND ST
(sanitary sewer lining)
Northbound and southbound median (inside) lanes closed.
Start: November 6, 7:00 p.m. End: November 7, 7:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED BETWEEN IDYLWYLD DRIVE RAMPS
(Saskatoon Light & Power)
Start: November 6, 9:00 a.m. End: November 6, 12:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE OVER RUTH ST
(deck inspection)
Start: November 6, 9:00 a.m. End: November 6, 12:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The following are the hours of civic services and facilities for Remembrance Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2014:

City Hall will be closed.

Parking meters will not require payment.  Motorists are required to move their vehicles within the time period shown on parking meters, allowing for a constant turnover of parking availability.

Municipal Impound Lot will not be releasing vehicles to the public.

Saskatoon Landfill will be open with winter hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Garbage and Recycling collection will take place as scheduled.

All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed.

Mendel Art Gallery and Saskatoon Civic Conservatory will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Admission is free.

TRANSIT SERVICES

Saskatoon Transit will operate with regular Sunday/Holiday Service.

Access Transit will operate with regular Holiday Service from 8:15 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.  Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures.  Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.

Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed.

Transit Customer Service phone lines will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

RECREATION & SPORT

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo:  Regular hours of operation.

Indoor Arenas: 
ACT Arena: Public Skate 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Lions Arena: Parent & Tot 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

LEISURE CENTRES

Cosmo Civic Centre: CLOSED

Fitness Circuit & Terry Fox Track (in the SaskTel Sports Centre): CLOSED

Lakewood Civic Centre: Open 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and child minding CANCELLED.

Lawson Civic Centre: Open 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and swim lessons CANCELLED.

Saskatoon Field House: Open 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and child minding CANCELLED.

Shaw Centre: Open 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and child minding CANCELLED.

Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre:  Open 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and swim lessons CANCELLED.

For modified Lane, Public and Parent & Tot Swim times, please visit Drop-in Online at www.saskatoon.ca/go/dropinonline.  For more information on operating hours and programs, please contact the Leisure Centres or facilities.

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

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Curious about what is going on behind the construction fencing at Saskatoon’s most beloved park?  The City of Saskatoon (City) recently launched its second construction update video and invites you to get a sneak peek into the very exciting behind-the scenes work going on to rejuvenate the park as part of Phase One of the Kinsmen Park and Area Master Plan, which includes the addition of notable attractions to the Future Home of PotashCorp Playland. 

To view the video, visit the City‘s webpage at www.saskatoon.ca/go/kinsmenpark or the City’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/saskatooncitynews/.

PCL Construction has been contracted for Phase One of the Kinsmen Park Master Plan which began April 2014, and is anticipated to open in 2015.

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.

NEW
LANE RESTRICTIONS - 23RD ST E WB LANES FROM PACIFIC AVE TO WALL ST
(crane lift)
Two-way traffic will be accommodated.
Start: November 4, 9:00 a.m. End: November 4, 12:00 p.m.
ROAD CLOSED - 20TH ST W EB & WB FROM AVE H S TO AVE I S
(water valve repair)
Use 19th St.
Start: November 4, 9:00 a.m. End: November 4, 6:00 p.m.
ROAD CLOSED - MCKERCHER DR SB FROM BOYCHUK DR TO ACADIA DR
(sewer connection)
Northbound will be maintained and southbound will detour to 8th Street. Traffic lights will be out and a 3-way stop will be in place.
Start: November 4, 8:30 a.m. End: November 4, 5:30 p.m.
ONGOING
LANE RESTRICTIONS - 33RD ST W EB FROM AVE Y N TO MARLBOROUGH CRES
(water main lining)
Eastbound traffic still open.
Start: November 3, 7:00 a.m. End: November 4, 7:00 p.m.
LANE RESTRICTIONS - AIRPORT DR NB & SB FROM 45TH ST E TO CLAYPOOL DR
(median widening)
Start: October 22, 7:00 a.m. End: November 5, 3:00 p.m.

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

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

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

NEW
LANE RESTRICTIONS - 23RD ST E WB LANES FROM PACIFIC AVE TO WALL ST
(crane lift)
Two-way traffic will be accommodated.
Start: November 4, 9:00 a.m. End: November 4, 12:00 p.m.
ROAD CLOSED - 20TH ST W EB & WB FROM AVE H S TO AVE I S
(water valve repair)
Use 19th St.
Start: November 4, 9:00 a.m. End: November 4, 6:00 p.m.
ROAD CLOSED - MCKERCHER DR SB FROM BOYCHUK DR TO ACADIA DR
(sewer connection)
Northbound will be maintained and southbound will detour to 8th Street. Traffic lights will be out and a 3-way stop will be in place.
Start: November 4, 8:30 a.m. End: November 4, 5:30 p.m.
ONGOING
LANE RESTRICTIONS - 33RD ST W EB FROM AVE Y N TO MARLBOROUGH CRES
(water main lining)
Eastbound traffic still open.
Start: November 3, 7:00 a.m. End: November 4, 7:00 p.m.
LANE RESTRICTIONS - AIRPORT DR NB & SB FROM 45TH ST E TO CLAYPOOL DR
(median widening)
Start: October 22, 7:00 a.m. End: November 5, 3:00 p.m.

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

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

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

Curious about what is going on behind the construction fencing at Saskatoon’s most beloved park?  The City of Saskatoon (City) recently launched its second construction update video and invites you to get a sneak peek into the very exciting behind-the scenes work going on to rejuvenate the park as part of Phase One of the Kinsmen Park and Area Master Plan, which includes the addition of notable attractions to the Future Home of PotashCorp Playland. 

To view the video, visit the City‘s webpage at www.saskatoon.ca/go/kinsmenpark or the City’s YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/user/saskatooncitynews/.

PCL Construction has been contracted for Phase One of the Kinsmen Park Master Plan which began April 2014, and is anticipated to open in 2015.

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

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The following are the hours of civic services and facilities for Remembrance Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2014:

City Hall will be closed.

Parking meters will not require payment.  Motorists are required to move their vehicles within the time period shown on parking meters, allowing for a constant turnover of parking availability.

Municipal Impound Lot will not be releasing vehicles to the public.

Saskatoon Landfill will be open with winter hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Garbage and Recycling collection will take place as scheduled.

All Saskatoon Public Library locations will be closed.

Mendel Art Gallery and Saskatoon Civic Conservatory will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.  Admission is free.

TRANSIT SERVICES

Saskatoon Transit will operate with regular Sunday/Holiday Service.

Access Transit will operate with regular Holiday Service from 8:15 a.m. to 11:45 p.m.  Trips must be booked in advance as per normal procedures.  Customers are reminded that subscriptions do not apply on Statutory Holidays.

Transit Customer Service Centre will be closed.

Transit Customer Service phone lines will be available from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

RECREATION & SPORT

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo:  Regular hours of operation.

Indoor Arenas: 
ACT Arena: Public Skate 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Lions Arena: Parent & Tot 2:30 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.

LEISURE CENTRES

Cosmo Civic Centre: CLOSED

Fitness Circuit & Terry Fox Track (in the SaskTel Sports Centre): CLOSED

Lakewood Civic Centre: Open 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and child minding CANCELLED.

Lawson Civic Centre: Open 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and swim lessons CANCELLED.

Saskatoon Field House: Open 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and child minding CANCELLED.

Shaw Centre: Open 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and child minding CANCELLED.

Harry Bailey Aquatic Centre:  Open 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

All fitness classes and swim lessons CANCELLED.

For modified Lane, Public and Parent & Tot Swim times, please visit Drop-in Online at www.saskatoon.ca/go/dropinonline.  For more information on operating hours and programs, please contact the Leisure Centres or facilities.

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

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Mayor Don Atchison and City Archivist, Jeff O’Brien, will unveil the First World War Book of Remembrance at the City Archives on Thursday, November 6.  The book is a gift to the City from the Military Institute of Saskatoon.

“We are very pleased to have been designated as the permanent custodian of the Book of Remembrance and to be a part of the activities commemorating the First World War, which had a huge effect on Saskatoon,” says O’Brien.

O’Brien says the First World War, waged by Canada in 1914 to1918, required commitment from everyone, not only from those in uniform.

“It required commitment from farmers, those who run cities and those who tended to the machinery of business, industry and government. Without civilians, there can be no soldiers.”

O’Brien says when we remember those who served and died in the Great War, we are also remembering ourselves and the massive effort put forth by every Canadian in supporting the war effort and seeing it to its successful conclusion.

Residents are invited to the City Archives (224 Cardinal Crescent) for the unveiling of the First World War Book of Remembrance on Thursday, November 6^th at 5:45 p.m. The book will also be on display in the lobby of City Hall from November 10^th to November 14^th.

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

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Mayor Don Atchison and City Archivist, Jeff O’Brien, will unveil the First World War Book of Remembrance at the City Archives on Thursday, November 6.  The book is a gift to the City from the Military Institute of Saskatoon.

“We are very pleased to have been designated as the permanent custodian of the Book of Remembrance and to be a part of the activities commemorating the First World War, which had a huge effect on Saskatoon,” says O’Brien.

O’Brien says the First World War, waged by Canada in 1914 to1918, required commitment from everyone, not only from those in uniform.

“It required commitment from farmers, those who run cities and those who tended to the machinery of business, industry and government. Without civilians, there can be no soldiers.”

O’Brien says when we remember those who served and died in the Great War, we are also remembering ourselves and the massive effort put forth by every Canadian in supporting the war effort and seeing it to its successful conclusion.

Residents are invited to the City Archives (224 Cardinal Crescent) for the unveiling of the First World War Book of Remembrance on Thursday, November 6^th at 5:45 p.m. The book will also be on display in the lobby of City Hall from November 10^th to November 14^th.

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

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