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Week 1 Update (August 12 - 16)
- Concrete removals were completed
- Pulverized road to prepare for underground work
- Upcoming for Week 2 (August 19 - 23): Sanitary sewer repairs on Wellington St. S from Victoria St. to St. Maria St.
Week 3 Update (August 26 - 30)
- Sanitary repairs completed from St. Maria St. to Victoria St.
- Upcoming for Week 4 (September 3 - 6): Replacing the storm sewer and connecting new water services from St. Maria St. to Victoria St.
- Upcoming for Week 5 (September 9 - 13): Setting up temporary water connections and installing watermain on Victoria St. from Water St. S to Wellington St.
Week 8 Update (September 30 - October 4)
- Watermain installation on Victoria St. from Water St. to Wellington St.
- Installation of road base gravel on Wellington St. from St. Maria St. to Victoria St. roads to prepare for asphalt surfacing
- Upcoming for Week 9 (October 7 - 11):
- Storm services on Wellington St. from Victoria St. to Park St.
- Storm services on Victoria St. from Wellington St. to Church St.
- Sanitary repair on Water St. S at Victoria St. intersection - this will require a temporary traffic detour down Wellington St.
- Upcoming for Week 10 (October 14 -19):
- Continued installation of gravel road base to prepare for asphalt surfacing and concrete curb
- Installation of curb, sidewalk, and asphalt expected to take place middle to end of October
Week 13 Update (December 2 -6)
Due to recent weather conditions, some driveways were unable to be fully restored to their pre-construction state in the Wellington St. project area.
While all concrete and gravel driveways are complete and accessible, there are still some asphalt driveways pending completion. In the coming days, the contractor will install a temporary asphalt to the outstanding asphalt driveways, ensuring that all residents can access their driveways. These driveways will be re-paved in the spring when weather conditions improve. Additionally, please be aware that the new sidewalks will be closed for the next two weeks to avoid damage from plows and salt applications while the concrete cures.
For any questions or inquiries, please contact Thomas Redman, Public Works Coordinator at 519-284-2340, ext. 213.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Update (June 5, 2025)
The road construction project is about to start up again on Wellington and Victoria St. Quality issues with some sections of concrete sidewalks and driveways have slowed our start this spring as the contractor sorted out a plan to correct the issues. Some sections of sidewalk and driveways will need to be replaced before turf can be restored.
The schedule has changed several times this spring but the Town has been informed that the concrete contractor is to be on site next week to complete removals and pour the replacement concrete. This work will potentially stretch into the following week and the Town now expects topcoat asphalt to occur after that with topsoil and sod work to commence after paving.
This is subject to change based on weather and subcontractor scheduling but a rough timeline is as follows:
Week of June 9: Concrete sidewalk replacement.
Week of June 16: Asphalt deficiency correction and topcoat paving.
Week of June 23 and June 30: Topsoil cleanup and sod placement.
If concrete sidewalks need to be replaced in front of your driveway, the contractor will request that you remove your vehicles from your driveways to allow the concrete to properly cure for at least 4 days before it is driven on. Please park on the side of the street during the concrete cure time. Overnight parking on the street is permitted (except for in “no-parking” areas).
The contractor is required to ensure the new sod catches so typically we see contractors complete watering for the first couple weeks after sod installation.
There was a tree on Victoria St. where root damage during excavation last year will necessitate removal. Tree removal and stump grinding will occur before final turf restoration. The contractor is to knock down the weeds in the turf restoration areas within the next week.
For any questions or inquiries, please contact Thomas Redman, Public Works Coordinator at 519-284-2340, ext. 213.
Update (June 24, 2025)
The road construction project is now in its final stages. Concrete work has been completed so asphalt and turf restoration is planned in the coming week or two.
The following is the anticipated schedule:
Wednesday, June 25: Asphalt milling and final prep for paving
Thursday, June 26 - Friday, June 27: Topcoat asphalt paving and asphalt driveway paving
Week of June 30: Final grading and topsoil preparation for sod. Potential for sod installation start.
Week of July 7: Completion of sod work
Due to the high temperatures we are currently experiencing, the new asphalt will take some time to cool down before it can be driven on and parked on. The longer we let it cool the better. If possible, please refrain from driving on the new roadway asphalt for at least 4 hours and parking on new driveway asphalt for at least 24 hours. Excessive wheel turning on new asphalt in hot temperatures will scuff, shove or mark the asphalt.
The contractor is required to ensure the new sod catches so typically we see contractors complete watering for the first couple weeks after sod installation.
The constructed works have a warranty period so if there are any construction related issues that you have noticed, please share with the undersigned.
Update (July 9, 2025)
Please note that turf restoration to finish topsoil preparation and laying of sod is scheduled to begin on Friday, July 11 and Monday, July 14.
Update (July 11, 2025)
Contractors will be onsite on Friday, July 11 with final preparations for sod installation that will begin on Monday, July 14. Below is some additional information regarding sod maintenance:
- Contractors are responsible for watering newly installed sod to ensure survival
- Recommendation is to avoid sodded area for a few weeks after installation to ensure roots establish
- During mowing for the first month, it is recommended not to mow shorter than 3 inches, however not let it become overgrown.
For any questions or inquiries, please contact Thomas Redman, Public Works Coordinator at 519-284-2340, ext. 213.
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