On behalf of the Town of The Blue Mountains, Tatham Engineering has completed preliminary design, detailed design and tendering for the Thornbury West Reconstruction - Phase 1B. This phase includes full reconstruction of Park Lane, Lorne Street, Elma Street South from Louisa Street to Alfred Street, Louisa Street West from Bruce Street to Elma Street, and Alice Street West from Bruce Street to the end of the Phase 1A construction limits.
The project has been tendered and the construction contract has been awarded to Moorefield Excavating Ltd. Work is expected to begin on Louisa Street in late April, followed by Elma Street beginning in early June and Alice Street in late July.
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Project Scope
- Replacement of sanitary sewers on Louisa Street, Elma Street and Alice Street, including the replacement of all sanitary services to property line.
- Replacement of watermains on Louisa Street, Elma Street and Alice Street, including the replacement of fire hydrants and water services to property line.
- Installation of storm sewers throughout the project limits with storm services provided to each property.
- Reconstruction of all roads within the project limits, complete with the installation of new curb, gutter and sidewalks to AODA Standards.
- Change of traffic pattern on Louisa Street West between Bruce Street and Elma Street to a westbound, one-way road.
- Streetlight upgrades including Phase 1A area.
- Planting of street trees and establishment of an urban forest on south slope of Louisa Street West.
- Restoration of disturbed areas to match existing conditions.
What To Expect
You may experience traffic delays, lane restrictions, dust, noise, vibrations and other inconveniences during reconstruction. The Town will work with the contractor to reduce these impacts where possible by maintaining standard working hours and providing written notice of planned service interruptions or restrictions. We appreciate your patience throughout the project. Work will be occurring mainly within Town property with very limited work on private property for service connections. Should you have any concerns during construction, please contact the Site Supervisor.
The Town will not be responsible for damage to any privately owned features such as landscaping, decorations, etc. located on Town property within the right-of-way. The Town will identify privately-owned features and discuss removal options with the property owner prior to removal by the Contractor.
Work Hours
Work will generally take place Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Work after hours, on statutory holidays or on weekends will be completed only if necessary and as required. The contractor will be required to request approval from Town Council prior to completing any work outside of regular hours.
Service Interruptions
Water service may be temporarily interrupted at times throughout the duration of the project. Impacted residents will be notified in writing in advance of any interruptions.
Road Access
In order to complete the work in a safe manner, there will be restrictions and temporary closures on the road within the construction work zone. Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times. The road within the project limits will be signed for local traffic only throughout the construction period. Sidewalks that are closed or unsafe will be signed and an alternative route posted. Emergency services have been notified of the construction project, the anticipated timeframes and limited access.
Driveway Access
The contractor will notify you of any temporary restrictions to your driveway access. Homeowners are urged to find alternative parking while construction is occurring near your property.
Traffic Management
Minor traffic delays will occur within the construction zone when active construction is occurring. Longer delays or closures may occur when restoration work is taking place. Residents will be notified in advance if their property will have significantly restricted access during construction, i.e. new curbs or sidewalk being poured.
Parking
No on-street parking is permitted within project boundaries. The contractor will advise of acceptable parking locations when driveway access is restricted.
Garbage and Recycling
Please follow your normal routine for garbage and recycling collection. If required, the contractor will move bins to an appropriate location and return them. Please ensure that you label your bins with your address and that they are at the curb before 7:00 a.m. on your collection day.
Restoration
The construction work area will be restored to pre-existing conditions including laying of sod, hydroseed, granular, asphalt or concrete as required. Granular/asphalt/concrete driveways and shoulders will be restored where they presently exist. Laying of sod and tree plantings will be done as needed during ideal growing seasons only.
Additional Information
The Site Supervisor will be reaching out to residents to confirm the locations of sanitary, water or storm services to each property and to coordinate with any private servicing that may be completed by each resident on their property beyond the property line.
Learn more about the project and sign up for construction updates on the project web page.
For more information, please contact:
Town of The Blue Mountains
Operations Department