News Releases

Come join us in celebrating the start of summer!

41st Annual Civic Pancake Breakfast Thursday, June 18 between 7:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.

The pancake breakfast is held outside in Civic Square, at 23^rd Street, beside City Hall.

Delicious pancake breakfast is $5 per plate, including coffee and juice!

Celebrity Servers! Live Entertainment! Emergency Vehicle Displays! Relay Races!

We are proud to host this zero-waste event with compostable, recyclable, and reusable supplies.

Proceeds from our Annual Civic Pancake Breakfast go to the United Way.

We thank all of our valued sponsors who help make this fun, well-attended event a yearly success!

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NEW

8TH ST E EB PARKING & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO MCKINNON AVE S
(Curb & Sidewalk replacement)
Start: June 16, 9:00 a.m. End: June 18, 4:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM FAIRLIGHT DR TO CIRCLE DR W
(Curb replacement)
Start: June 16, 9:00 a.m. End: June 16, 4:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: WARMAN RD SB CLOSED FROM 51ST ST E TO PRIMROSE DR
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 15, 7:00 p.m. End: June 16, 6:30 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR E NB & SB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST
(Bridge Deck Inspection)
Start: June 16, 7:00 p.m. End: June 17, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR WB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED APRROACHING CIRCLE DR NORTH BRIDGE
(Bridge Cleaning)
Start: June 16, 8:00 p.m. End: June 17, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Permanent marking installation)
Start: June 16, 6:30 p.m. End: June 16, 11:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Permanent marking installation)
Start: June 16, 11:00 p.m. End: June 17, 5:30 a.m.

ONGOING

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

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: June 18, 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: June 29, 4:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

Each spring, following completion of city-wide street sweeping, Saskatoon’s seven bridge structures and 47 overpasses along with 21 attached and independent pedestrian crossings are cleaned and undergo essential routine maintenance. The annual washing helps to prevent corrosion and deterioration, extending the life of the structure by removing the road dirt and salt that accumulates throughout the year. Once clean, a sealant is applied to the concrete for added protection against sand and salt. The process also includes routine maintenance, and pressure washing the inside and outside walls and the bearings and expansion joints where large amounts of dirt collect.  

Structure washing occurs overnight Monday through Thursday, from 8:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. and one to three locations will be cleaned each night. For the safety of workers and drivers, and to provide access for equipment, lane restrictions will be in place during washing. In most instances, traffic will merge to the centre lanes to accommodate the work underway, but drivers are reminded to obey signs and pylons and watch for City vehicles and workers. 

Tonight, drivers should watch for restrictions on the Circle Drive North Bridge, beginning at 8:00 p.m. The City’s Daily Road Report PSAs and Traffic Detour Service Alerts will advise drivers of future locations and restrictions.  

Bridge and overpass washing is expected to be complete by the middle of August, barring any unforeseen circumstances and weather permitting. 

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 or like Saskatoon City News on Facebook.

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The City of Saskatoon invites the public to participate in this evening’s City Hall Open House Budget 2016: Shaping our Financial Future.

This is an opportunity to take part in a variety of interactive activities where you can share your views on the City’s spending priorities and future investments, indicate what we should be focusing on for 2016, learn more about the City’s annual budget process, and speak with the Mayor, and City Councillors about what matters to you as we plan for Budget 2016. Or, plan on attending the Executive Committee Special Meeting on the 2016 Business Plan & Budget at 7:00 p.m.

You’re invited to the City Hall Open House tonight for:

Councillor Conversation Corner:
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. City Hall Lobby
Meet the Mayor and City Councillors for conversation, and share your thoughts on planning for the 2016 Budget.

Shaping our Financial Future: Come and Go Open House
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. City Hall Lobby

The public is invited to provide input on the City’s spending priorities and future investment plans. Share your priorities and preferences on how the City allocates the budget and learn more about the 2016 Business Plan & Budget.

Executive Committee Special Meeting:
2016 Business Plan & Budget
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Council Chambers

The public is welcome to attend. 

Parking will be available behind City Hall or in the lot adjacent to the Transit Mall after 5:00 p.m.

Can’t attend? Visit saskatoon.ca/financialfuture to participate in the online survey after June 15 or to see our schedule of dates and locations for where we will be in the community.  Also, be sure to watch for future opportunities to participate, as we move toward Budget 2016 deliberations this fall.

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Beginning Monday, June 15, portions of Rotary Park, located along the east bank of the South Saskatchewan River, will be restricted for landscaping around the lift station.

The restricted area includes the east side of Sid Buckwold Bridge to the public washrooms, bound by the south edge of the Meewasin Valley Trail and north edge of the public sidewalk along Saskatchewan Crescent East.  Signs and barriers will be in place for public safety.

Pedestrian access at the south end of the Sid Buckwold Bridge will only be available by stairs during the construction period.

Construction is expected to be complete by the end of June.

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

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

NIGHT WORK: WARMAN RD SB CLOSED FROM 51ST ST E TO PRIMROSE DR
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 15, 7:00 p.m. End: June 16, 6:30 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT 8TH ST
(Bridge Deck Inspection)
Start: June 15, 7:00 p.m. End: June 16, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR EB & WB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED APPROACHING CIRCLE DR N BRIDGE
(Bridge Cleaning)
Start: June 15, 8:00 p.m. End: June 16, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: June 18, 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: June 29, 4:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

NEW SATURDAY

23RD ST E WB CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 2ND AVE N
(Ride for Kids)
2-way traffic set in EB lanes
Start: June 13, 7:00 a.m. End: June 13, 7:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES W CLOSED FROM AVE H S TO POWER RD
(Brainsport/Moe's Triathlon)
Start: June 13, 9:30 a.m. End: June 13, 3:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: WARMAN RD/WANUSKEWIN RD CLOSED AT 51ST ST INTERSECTION
(Road resurfacing)
Follow detour signage and message boards. Use Millar and/or Primrose to avoid intersection.
Start: June 13, 6:30 p.m. End: June 14, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Permanent marking installation)
Start: June 13, 6:30 p.m. End: June 13, 11:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: IDYLWYLD DR N SB CENTRE LANE CLOSED FROM 24TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Permanent marking installation)
Start: June 13, 11:00 p.m. End: June 14, 5:30 a.m.

NEW SUNDAY

3RD AVE N CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Storm Sewer Repair)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: June 14, 5:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES/WHITESWAN RD NB, 3RD AVE & TAYLOR ST RESTRICTIONS
(Mogathon)
Start: June 14, 7:30 a.m. End: June 14, 1:00 p.m.

22ND ST W EB CURB (OUTSIDE) LANE CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR W
(Catch basin repair)
Start: June 14, 9:30 a.m. End: June 14, 11:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: CIRCLE DR E SB MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANE CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO COLLEGE DR
(Permanent marking installation)
Start: June 14, 6:30 p.m. End: June 15, 6:00 a.m.

NIGHT WORK: WARMAN RD/WANUSKEWIN RD CLOSED AT 51ST ST INTERSECTION
(Road resurfacing)
Follow detour signage and message boards. Use Millar and/or Primrose to avoid intersection.
Start: June 14, 6:30 p.m. End: June 15, 6:00 a.m.

ONGOING

SPADINA CRES CLOSED BETWEEN 22ND ST & 24TH ST
(Pride Parade)
Start: June 12, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 11:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: June 18, 5:00 p.m.

AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: June 29, 4:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

The Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission (SMRC) invites interested citizens to listen or present their thoughts at one of two public hearings in June about the Commission’s mandate on three important topics:

• Compensation/remuneration for members of City Council
• Code of Conduct for members of City Council
• Municipal elections

Public Hearings

OR

Citizens wishing to present to the Commission are encouraged to register by calling 306- 975-3240 or emailing municipalreview@saskatoon.ca. Persons giving presentations will be given ten minutes to present their thoughts about any or all of the listed topics. Members of the Saskatoon Municipal Review Commission will be in attendance to gather comment from people who live in Saskatoon, and may ask questions of presenters for clarification.

The goal of the SMRC bylaw (No. 9242) is to provide recommendations to City Council following a thorough review of current practices. This includes an opportunity for citizens of Saskatoon to provide feedback on current election, remuneration, and code of conduct policies.

Can’t attend? Visit Saskatoon.ca/SMRC before June 30th, 2015 to complete an online submission. 

For more information on the Commission mandate or other relevant topics, please go to Saskatoon.ca/SMRC or follow SMRC on Facebook and Twitter.

NEW

SPADINA CRES CLOSED BETWEEN 22ND ST & 24TH ST
(Pride Parade)
Start: June 12, 8:00 a.m. End: June 13, 11:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE CLOSED FROM SOMERS RD TO AGRA RD
(Force main installation)
Start: June 12, 9:00 a.m. End: June 18, 5:00 p.m.

NIGHT WORK: 51ST ST E & WANUSKEWIN RD/WARMAN RD INTERSECTION MEDIAN LANES CLOSED
(Resurfacing intersection)
Follow detour signage and message boards. Use Millar and/or Primrose to avoid intersection.
Start: June 12, 7:30 p.m. End: June 13, 7:00 a.m.

ONGOING

AIRPORT DR NB & SB  MEDIAN (INSIDE) LANES CLOSED FROM 45TH ST W TO CYNTHIA ST
(Road construction)
Start: June 8, 9:00 a.m. End: June 29, 4:00 p.m.

CENTRAL AVE SB CLOSED AT 104TH ST
(Water main lining)
2-way traffic maintained in NB lanes
Start: May 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 12, 4:00 p.m.

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

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

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

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

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

The first phase of the University Bridge rehabilitation project is almost complete. Construction crews are finalizing repairs on the south side of the bridge deck, and are now preparing to begin work on the north side.

“We’re happy with how the project is progressing,” says Rob Frank, Manager of Asset Preservation. “To this point we have encountered no major surprises and we’ve had great weather, which has kept the work moving along nicely. In saying that, rain or unforeseen issues can still set us back.”

The following work has been completed on the south side of the bridge:

• Removed asphalt surface and expansion joints
• Strengthened columns and deck
• Repaired deck and installed concrete overlay to strengthen deck and provide smooth driving surface
• Removed, repainted pedestrian hand rail (still to be reinstalled)

The pedestrian walkway will remain open on the north side of the bridge until the hand rails are complete on the south side.

Once traffic patterns settled after the closure, the City’s transportation engineers made some traffic signal adjustments to support easier movement around the city. Adjustments were made at the following locations: 1st Avenue from 20th to 24th Street, Idylwyld Drive from 20th to 25th Street, Warman Road and 33rd Street, and College Drive and Circle Drive West interchange ramp.

During the closure of University Bridge, the typical weekday traffic on the City’s other bridges has increased by an average of 8.6% or 6,234 vehicles. The City will continue to monitor traffic patterns as the project continues.

Based on data collected during the weeks of April 28 and May 5:

* The Broadway Bridge does not have an automatic traffic counter.  We will be collecting some data
later in June that will help provide a sense of the traffic shifted to Broadway Bridge.

“The impacts to traffic, while not insignificant, have been manageable and Saskatoon residents have displayed a great deal of patience and understanding around this project,” says Frank. “We would again like to thank drivers for their patience as this necessary work is carried out.”

The City is continuing to encourage drivers to reroute your commute, take the bus, walk or bike. For more information visit saskatoon.ca/universitybridge.