Background

On the North side of Osborne Avenue from Susan Avenue to Robertson Avenue, there is 243 linear meters of existing 150 mm diameter cast iron watermain.  The existing watermain will be relined to create a new watermain inside the existing one.

What to Expect During Construction

As a part of construction, the residents can expect to see access ‘pits’ at the following locations throughout Osborne Avenue:

• Susan Avenue (North West quadrant of the intersection)
• Robertson Avenue (North East and North West quadrants of the intersection)

Temporary Water Service

Water services will be affected during the construction period. The Contractor will be installing a temporary watermain to service properties; short-duration service interruptions will occur when the temporary water system is installed. You will receive notices of the interruptions a minimum of 24hrs in advance, unless the disruption is a result of unforeseen circumstances, i.e. a watermain break. Notices will also the 'Construction Notices' section of this webpage.  Residents that subscribe to the page will receive notifications of notices and project updates via email. Please click the green 'Subscribe to this page' button below to subscribe to the page and receive project updates.  New installation of the temporary water supply may result in water service issues such as reduced pressure and increased water temperature. Our apologies for the inconvenience. If your water is warm, run taps until the water is cold. If the issue doesn’t improve, contact the City or Contractor via the contact information provided in the construction notice.

Road and Driveway Access

All reasonable efforts will be made to maintain vehicle access to driveways. Temporary interruptions may occur for access purposes during construction and while construction vehicles maneuver. Access will be restored as quickly as possible. Pedestrian access to all homes and businesses will be maintained during construction. Where the temporary water supply system crosses driveways, the Contractor will install a temporary gravel ramp over the piping for access purposes.

Construction News

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Reconnection to Permanent Water Supply

June 22, 2020

Residents of Osborne Avenue, are advised that beginning June 22, 2020 their water service will be switched back to the permanent municipal water supply system.  Residents may experience a short water service disruption during the switch over.  The Contractor will be going door to door once water supply is reconnected, in order to disconnect each building from the temporary water system.  If you are not home at that time, please follow the instructions provided in the Disconnection from Temporary Water Supply Notice.  Residents of Osborne Avenue can find a hard copy of the Disconnection from Temporary Water Supply Notice in their mailbox or around the primary entrance to their dwelling, should they not have a mailbox.  A digital copy of the notice is available under the ‘Construction Notices’ section of this page.

Water Service Disruption Notice

June 18, 2020

Residents on Osborne Ave from Robertson Ave to Susan Ave, are advised that due to the construction work, their water service will be disrupted for several hours on Friday, June 19, 2020, starting at approximately 8:30 AM. The water service will be reinstated before 6:00 PM, provided we do not experience unforeseen circumstances.  Residents can find a hardcopy of the “Disruption of Water Service” notice in their mailbox or around the primary entrance to their dwelling, should they not have a mailbox.  A digital copy of the notice “Disruption of Water Service – 2020-06-18” is available under the ‘Construction Notices’ section of this page.

Water Service Disruption Notice

May 25, 2020

Residents on Osborne Ave from Robertson Ave to Susan Ave, are advised that due to the construction work, their water service will be disrupted for several hours on Tuesday, May 26, 2020, starting at approximately 8:30 AM. The water service will be reinstated before 6:00 PM, provided we do not experience unforeseen circumstances.  Residents can find a hardcopy of the “Disruption of Water Service” notice in their mailbox or around the primary entrance to their dwelling, should they not have a mailbox.  A digital copy of the notice “Disruption of Water Service – 2020-05-25” is available under the ‘Construction Notices’ section of this page.

Water Service Disruption Notice

May 20, 2020

Residents on Osborne Ave from Robertson Ave to Susan Ave, are advised that due to the construction work, their water service will be disrupted for several hours on Thursday, May 21, 2020, starting at approximately 8:30 AM. The water service will be reinstated before 6:00 PM, provided we do not experience unforeseen circumstances.  Residents can find a hardcopy of the “Disruption of Water Service” notice in their mailbox or around the primary entrance to their dwelling, should they not have a mailbox.  A digital copy of the notice “Disruption of Water Service – 2020-05-20” is available under the ‘Construction Notices’ section of this page.

Start of Construction Notice

May 14, 2020

City employees have delivered Construction Notices to residents on Osborne Avenue from Susan Avenue to Robertson Avenue for theWatermain Relining on Osborne Avenue project.  Construction Notices contain important details on what Resident can expect during construction and who to contact should they have any questions or concerns throughout the project.  Residents can find a hardcopy of the notice in their mailbox or around the primary entrance to their dwelling, should they not have a mailbox.  A digital copy of the notice is available under the ‘Construction Notices’ section of this page.