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*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

NEW

IDYLWYLD DR N NB & SB CURB SIDE ROLLING CLOSURES FROM 51ST ST E TO HIGHWAY 12
(Streetlight fixture replacements)
Start: November 21, 9:00 a.m. End: November 21, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S             
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.        

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD            
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 p.m.   

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr to 8th St
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024

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

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

The CUTA Awards honour and celebrate the achievements of individuals and organizations that go above and beyond to keep transit running.

Saskatoon Transit was named the winner of the 2023 Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) Innovation Award for using Preteckt’s AI-powered predictive maintenance technology to maintain its bus fleet. The award recognizes Saskatoon Transit’s excellence in using technology to make transit services more efficient.

“Keeping as many buses as possible on the road each day is critical for Saskatoon Transit to meet service demands,” says Tracey Davis, Fleet and Maintenance Manager, Saskatoon Transit. “Our enhanced preventative maintenance program with early detection predictive analysis is saving us money and increasing bus availability.” 

Preteckt’s predictive software sifts through millions of data points daily to catch problems before they cause bus breakdowns and empowers technicians with the insights needed to make early repairs. Saskatoon Transit piloted this technology with Preteckt in 2021 and then implemented the AI solution for its entire fleet in late 2022. 

Saskatoon Transit has not experienced service disruptions due to bus shortages since October 2022 due to intentional continuous improvement efforts, an enhanced preventative maintenance program and the partnership with Preteckt. 

“Innovation happens when leaders take risks. The Saskatoon leadership team led by taking a risk and agreeing to do a pilot test with Preteckt in late 2020, which has allowed them to continue seeing amazing results. The Saskatoon Transit maintenance team continues to innovate by combining technology with continuous improvement expertise driven by AI, thus allowing them to make data-driven decisions,” said Krish Inbarajan, CEO of Preteckt and APTA Board Member. “As an AI company, people make all the difference, and we salute the innovative team at Saskatoon Transit and thank them for trusting their entire fleet with us.”

During the award ceremony CUTA recognized this innovation with the following paragraphs: 

“Canadian start-up Preteckt partnered with Saskatoon Transit to implement their artificial intelligence (AI) for predictive maintenance. This AI, initially designed for heavy-duty trucks, analyzes vast data sets and uses AI to predict issues before they disrupt service. Despite initial skepticism, Saskatoon Transit embraced the innovation under CUTA’s Transit Vision 2040 theme, demonstrating leadership in Canadian transit.

The AI seamlessly integrates with Saskatoon Transit’s existing systems, enabling early issue detection and informed repair decisions, ultimately reducing costs. Saskatoon Transit stands as Canada’s pioneer in using AI for transit vehicle maintenance. This project’s success isn’t solely attributed to technology; it requires courage, effective leadership, and resource commitment. The process involved setting pilot objectives, procuring new technology, and integrating it into continuous improvement procedures. Training played a crucial role in implementation, with ongoing efficiencies anticipated.”

The Saskatoon Transit – Preteckt partnership highlights the integration of advanced technology, which will be essential to providing reliable, safe and efficient transportation services for a city that is planning for continued growth.

As part of the City’s Multi -Year Business Plan and Budget Process, the City produces three key documents to inform City Council and the public prior to its November budget deliberations.

Having released the first document, the Preliminary 2024/2025 Detailed Operating and Capital Summary Budget on November 9, 2023, the City’s last set of preliminary budget documents have been made available today, November 20, 2023 as follows:

#2.  Preliminary 2024/2025 Capital Budget Project Details

#3.  2024/2025 Preliminary Budget Introduction and   2024/2025 Climate Budget

The Preliminary 2024 Operating Budget proposes total operating expenditures (excluding Saskatoon Public Library and Utilities) of $628.5 million, an increase of $35.9 million, or 6.06%, over the 2023 Operating Budget.

The Preliminary 2025 Operating Budget proposes total operating expenditures (excluding Saskatoon Public Library and Utilities) of $657.0 million, an increase of $28.4 million, or 4.53%, over the 2024 Operating Budget.

The Preliminary 2024/2025 Capital Budget provides a total capital investment of $785.1 million: $381.5 million in 2024, and $403.6 million in 2025.

Still to be considered by City Council is the final full review of the City’s 87 distinct Service Lines and 58 additional Administrative Options. There will undoubtedly be a number of further changes made to finalize the 2024/2025 Business Plan and Budget.

City Council will seek to find the proper balance between delivering core service levels residents and businesses expect for taxpayer dollars, maintaining affordability and ensuring long-term financial sustainability when making its final investment decisions at the 2024/2025 Budget Deliberations set for November 28-30, 2023.

Members of the public who wish to participate in the 2024/2025 final budget review by either submitting a letter and/or requesting to speak to City Council must arrange to do so before the cut-off, Monday, November 27, 2023, at 5 p.m.

Visit saskatoon.ca/budget

Saskatoon Transit service may be impacted by a rally Downtown this afternoon.  

The rally is expected to begin at Civic Square at 2:30 p.m. It will then proceed throughout Downtown before returning to Civic Square.  

Downtown road closures may significantly delay Transit routes and impact the ability for buses to enter the Downtown and the Downtown Transit Terminal. Expect delays and check real time bus information on the Transit app, Google and other third party trip planning apps. 

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

NEW

BRIGHTON BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM TASKAMANWA ST TO 8TH ST E
(Construction)
Use McOrmond Dr to 8th St
Start: November 20, 7:00 a.m. End: November 18, 2024

ONGOING

MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: November 20, 4:00 p.m.

22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S             
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.        

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD            
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 p.m.   

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

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.

NEW

STONEBRIDGE BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO COPE WAY
(Junction box replacement)
Start: November 18, 8:00 a.m. End: November 18, 5:00 p.m.

TAYLOR ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM VICTORIA AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Water main repairs)
Start: November 18, 8:00 a.m. End: November 18, 6:00 p.m.

33RD ST W WB LANES CLOSED FROM VALENS DR TO AVE P N
(Tree pruning)
Start: November 18, 8:30 a.m. End: November 18, 6:00 p.m.

SPADINA CRES W ROAD CLOSED FROM 17TH ST W TO AVE A S 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 8:00 a.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m. 

4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 9:00 a.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m. 

1ST AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 10:00 a.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m.

IDYLWYLD DR S RAMP CLOSED TO 1ST AVE S 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 11:00 a.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m.

3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 19TH ST E TO 20TH ST E 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 12:00 p.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m.

20TH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD AVE S TO 4TH AVE S 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 12:00 p.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m.

22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 4TH AVE S TO 1ST AVE S 
(Santa Claus Parade) 
Start: November 19, 12:00 p.m. End: November 19, 3:00 p.m.

ONGOING

IDYLWYLD DR S SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO AUDITORIUM AVE 
(Manhole repairs) 
Start: November 17, 9:00 a.m. End: November 19, 7:00 a.m.

MCORMOND DR SB LANES CLOSED FROM BRIGHTON CIRCLE TO BRIGHTON COMMON
(Jersey barrier relocation)
Start: October 4, 7:00 a.m. End: November 20, 4:00 p.m.

22ND ST E EB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM AUDITORIUM AVE TO 1ST AVE S             
(Vault repairs)
Start: September 11, 7:00 a.m. End: November 30, 4:00 p.m.

NEAULT RD ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO WHELAN RD            
(Construction)
Start: July 24, 7:00 a.m. End: December 15, 4:00 p.m.   

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

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.

Lawson Civic Centre will be closed for building maintenance from Tuesday, December 5 to Monday, December 25, 2023, inclusive.  Programs and rentals will not be available, and the facility will be closed during this time. 

The Rusty Macdonald Branch Library will remain open, with access through their main entrance only.

The City of Saskatoon and Lawson Civic Centre thank patrons for their cooperation.  The Saskatoon Field House, Shaw Centre, Cosmo Civic Centre, Lakewood Civic Centre and Terry Fox Track will maintain regular hours during this time.   Visit Leisure Online at saskatoon.ca/leisureonline for facility hours of operation and drop-in schedules.

LeisureCard holders who do not plan to use their LeisureCard at any other leisure facility during the shutdown, may hand it in to the customer service staff prior to the closure to receive a date extension for the 20 days Lawson Civic Centre is closed. Your card will be ready for pick-up at the front desk once the site has re-opened.

Taylor Street will be closed from Victoria to Broadway avenues for water main repairs on Saturday, November 18, starting at 8:00 a.m. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.       

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.           

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.    

Stonebridge Boulevard will be closed from Clarence Avenue to Cope Way for junction box replacement on Saturday, November 18, starting at 8:00 a.m. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take one day to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.       

Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.           

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.    

The downtown area will have various road closures and lane restrictions in effect on Sunday, November 19 from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the Santa Claus Parade. There will be no access to the parade route between Spadina Crescent, Avenue A, 19th Street, 3rd Avenue, 20th Street, 4th Avenue, 22nd Street, and 1st Avenue.    

Road users are encouraged to allow extra time to reach their downtown destination as there will be parking restrictions, and the area will be busy. 

For service alerts about bus stop closures, real-time bus locations, and next bus arrivals use the mobile app Transit or Google Transit on desktop. Customer Service is also available at 306-975-3100 to help answer any questions.     

Drivers are reminded to watch out for pedestrians. The City thanks everyone for their patience.  

For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.