County Road 16's Gannon's Narrows Bridge to Undergo Repairs Beginning Sept. 5

The Gannon’s Narrows Bridge repairs on County Road 16 will undergo repairs to its damaged structural components starting from Sept. 5, announced by the County of Peterborough on Friday.

Photo courtesy of the County of Peterborough.

The repairs will run until Oct.13.

During this time, the bridge will be completely closed to all traffic from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays.

While the bridge is closed, the County states that there will be no access for any vehicles to cross over the bridge.

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Infrastructure Project on Armour Road Between Hunter and Clifton Street

Armour Road between Clifton Street and Hunter Street will be closed to through traffic, with access maintained for local traffic, during a major infrastructure project that will include replacing storm sewers, sanitary sewers and the water main as well as road reconstruction.

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Local traffic with a destination within the road closure will be permitted, however travellers may experience delays within the construction limits.

The project, awarded to Green Infrastructure Partners Inc., is tentatively scheduled to begin on July 17. The majority of the work is scheduled to be completed by late fall of 2023. Any carryover work that remains will be completed between May and July 2024.

The project includes removal of existing infrastructure, excavation and grading, installation of new storm sewers and sanitary sewers, watermain, concrete curb and gutter, road base and asphalt, streetlights, sidewalk, tree planting, pavement markings and regulatory signage.

Detour routes:

Vehicle detours

Southbound traffic will turn west at Parkhill Road East, south on George Street and east on Hunter Street to Armour Road.

Northbound Traffic will travel west on Hunter Street, north on Water Street and east on Parkhill Road to Armour Road.

Pedestrian detours

Pedestrians travelling north and south will take Rogers Street between Hunter Street and Hazlitt Street. 

Transit detours

Peterborough Transit Route 7 will be rerouted northbound, continuing straight on Rogers Street, turning right on Dufferin Street and left on Armour Road, returning to the regular route.

 Northbound stops on Armour Road at Douro Street, Macfarlane Street and Euclid Avenue will not be served by Route 7 Lansdowne during this construction.

The following temporary bus stops will be added:

• Northbound on Rogers Street at Oxford Street

• Dufferin Street at Armour Road

Related information can be found by visiting the Road Construction Map posted on the City’s website.

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Parkhill Road West to Undergo Major Infrastructure Upgrade Beginning Monday; Detour Routes Posted

Parkhill Road West from Aylmer Street North to George Street is closed to through traffic for a major infrastructure project to being on Monday.

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The work includes excavation, grading, removal and installation of storm sewers, sanitary sewers, watermain, storm, sanitary and water services, low impact development (LID) features, stormwater management, new curb and gutters and sidewalks. The project will also include structure adjustments, asphalt milling, base and surface asphalt installation, tree plantings, signage installations and pavement markings. Access to local traffic is being maintained during that time.

The project was awarded to Trisan Construction with completion expected by spring of next year.

Detour routes will be posted.

"The Parkhill Road West Reconstruction project is a crucial investment in our City's infrastructure,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “The upgrades and improvements will enhance safety, promote efficient traffic flow, and contribute to sustainability through Low Impact Development Features as well as upgraded storm water management.”

Traffic management and calming measures will be in place including reconfiguring Parkhill Road at Bethune Street and at Aylmer Street to improve traffic and pedestrian safety, adding a raised median and closing the south leg of Bethune Street at Parkhill Road.

"We understand that road construction can cause inconveniences and we appreciate the patience and cooperation of the community during this project,” said Blair Nelson, City of Peterborough’s engineering and capital works director. “Our team will work diligently to minimize disruptions and maintain local traffic access to the greatest extent possible.”

Delays may be experienced by local traffic during the construction period.

Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to stay informed about the project and related updates by visiting the City's community engagement portal online.

Detour routes will be the following:

• The eastbound traffic detour on Parkhill Road is Reid Street to McDonnel Street to Water Street to Parkhill Road.

• The westbound traffic detour on Parkhill Road is George Street to McDonnel Street to Reid Street to Parkhill Road.

• The alternate detour route for George Street southbound traffic is Barnardo Avenue to Wolsely Street to Chemong Road to Reid Street to Parkhill Road.

Elcombe Crescent will be closed from Water Street to Parkhill Road West for the duration of the detour routes. Access to local properties will be maintained.

Transit detours

Route 9 Parkhill will operate on a detour route during the construction

• Eastbound route will travel from Parkhill Road south on Reid Street, east on McDonnel Street, and turn north on Water Street where it will continue east on Parkhill Road

• Westbound route will travel south on George Street from Parkhill Road to turn west on McDonnel Street, north on Reid Street to Parkhill Road where it will continue westbound travel.

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Lansdowne Street West Bridge Construction Slated For May 23; To Be Completed In the Fall

The City of Peterborough is completing work on the Lansdowne Street West Bridge over the Otonabee River starting on May 23 to be complete by the fall.

Lansdowne Street will be reduced to a single lane in each direction during the construction. Access for local traffic will be maintained during that time but may experience delays.

The work includes removing the asphalt and granular road base, inspecting the bridge approach slabs, installing new road base granular, base and surface asphalt on either side of the bridge.

The City has awarded the project to Dufferin Construction.

Related information can be found by visiting the Road Construction Map posted on the City’s website at peterborough.ca/construction.

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Peterborough Zoo Constructing Sloped Wheelchair-Accessible Walkway Beginning Monday

The Riverview Park and Zoo are beginning construction on a sloped wheelchair-accessible walkway connecting the north parking lot to the playground with work scheduled to begin on Monday.

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The zoo estimates its completion on May 12 according to a press release.

Access to existing accessible parking spaces is maintained at all times but alternate spaces and detours will be provided during this time. Access to the Electric Charging Stations are not affected but the public will be notified if this changes.

Funding for the project has been supported by Enabling Accessibility Fund, Employment and Social Development Canada.

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North-End Fire Station Gets Groundbreaking Ceremony From City of Peterborough

The construction of a new Fire Station No. 2 has officially been marked by a groundbreaking ceremony on 100 Marina Blvd. at the former Northcrest Arena location held on Thursday.

Lett Architects Inc. designed the fire station to be completed for the fall of 2024. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The new fire station is replacing the Carnegie Avenue location which was built in 1967. It will aid in making fire response times quicker since you have three minutes to escape a building without injury according to Peterborough Fire Services Chief Chris Snetsinger.

He continues to state that the replacement of Fire Station 2 is necessary as the needs of fire services have evolved since the current station was built in 1967.

“The station has served our community well over the years, but because of its design it has become increasingly challenging to provide the services that are necessary from the existing station,” said Snetsinger. “The new station is designed and strategically located to support our community’s existing neighbourhoods and projected growth.”

The new facility is being built following the Canada Green Building Council’s Zero Carbon Building Standard for both design and performance according to Councillor Leslie Parnell.

The building is designed to achieve net zero energy performance using onsite renewable energy to reduce operating and maintenance costs.

“The new fire station will help position and support our Fire Services workers as they respond to emergency calls in our community,” said Mayor Jeff Leal. “By building it using Zero Carbon standards, we’re reducing our environmental footprint in our delivery of this essential service.”

Construction is expected to be completed in the fall of 2024.

JCB Construction Canada was awarded the construction contract by the City for $10 million.

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Hunter Street East Closed for Construction From Nov. 7-11

Hunter Street East between Rogers and Burnham Street is closing from Nov. 7 to 11 for sanitary and water main installation services announced on Friday.

Rogers Street, Mark Street and Burnham Street are the affected intersections of Hunter Street East during its construction period. Photo by David Tuan Bui.

The sidewalk on the south side of Hunter Street East between Mark Street and Rogers Street is closing. Pedestrian access is available on the north sidewalk on Hunter Street. Access to the Rotary Greenway Trail is available during the construction period.

Traffic will be detoured along the following routes:

• Eastbound traffic will travel south on Burnham Street, east on Maria Street and north on Rogers Street

• Westbound traffic will travel south on Rogers Street, west on Maria Street and north on Burnham Street

Local access to businesses and residences in the construction area will be maintained.

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Sherbrooke Street Closure Planned For Oct. 21 and 24

Sherbrooke Street between Bethune Street and Reid Street is closed for periods on Oct. 21 and 24 for grinding and paving work.

During construction, a single northbound lane will be maintained at the intersection of Sherbrooke and Rubidge streets.

Grinding work will be completed on Friday with a road closure from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sherbrooke Street will re-open after 3 p.m. and remain open for the weekend.

Paving will be completed on Monday with a road closure from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

In case of inclement weather, paving will be completed on Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Detour routes will be posted. Pedestrian access will be available during this period.

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Construction Set To Begin For Morrow Park Community Centre

Construction crews are expected to begin preparations for a $65.5M community centre with an arena, aquatic complex and library at Morrow Park within the next two weeks.

Photo courtesy of Connect Peterborough.

The first phase of the project outlines two 500-seat pads, an elevating running/walking track, landscaping, public washrooms and storage, team change rooms and two multipurpose rooms.

The complex will include an aquatic centre with an eight-lane pool and warm-up therapy pool once all phases are completed.

A 5,000-square-foot Peterborough Public Library branch will replace the permanently closed DelaFosse library branch on Park Street South.

The twin-pad arena will replace the Northcrest Arena, which was torn down due to structural issues last year.

Construction is set to be completed by the fall of 2024.

"Our new community centre is a much-needed project anticipated by many community members with multiple uses included for all ages,” said Coun. Lesley Parnell, arenas, parks and recreation advisory committee chair. “A major silver lining is (an) addition of a new library branch to replace the outdated DelaFosse building. All conveniently located as a hub for local citizens and sports tourism.”

In a July meeting, Peterborough City Council approved Morrow Park at Lansdowne Street and Park Street as the location for the complex.

A pre-planned reconstruction of a section of Lansdowne Street West running next to Morrow Park is being timed to align with the construction of this new community centre.

Site preparation is said to take six to eight weeks.

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Upcoming Construction Closures Planned on Jackson Creek Trail and Trans Canada Trail For Upgrades

The revitalization of Jackson Creek Trail and Trans Canada Trail is closing from Oct. 11 to Dec. 16 for revitalization and construction announced by Otonabee Conservation on Thursday.

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Upgrades extend from Ackison Road in Selwyn Township in the west to the concrete bridge at the entrance to Jackson Park.

The trail may reopen earlier should the work be completed sooner according to Otonobee Conservation.

Photo courtesy of Otonabee Conservation.

Construction includes addressing points of erosion, installing culverts, regrading slopes, enhancing bridges, resurfacing of the length of the trail and the addition of benches and educational signage.

During the closure, detours will be in place that will direct trail users to alternate routes using local roads, sidewalks, and multi-use trails that extend from Ackison Road in Selwyn Township, to Parkhill Road West, and Monaghan Road in the City of Peterborough.

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