Construction and other Projects

Project Update - Spring 2021

• A small section of the project north of Edgar Street, as well as final surface asphalt for the entire project area, will be completed by late Spring 2021.
• June 2021 Update - asphalt work has been completed on Albert and Binning. Boulevard clean-up is planned for the next two weeks.

Project Details

• Initiated to increase the capacity and flow of stormwater through the corridor from Albert Street North across Main Street, to Victoria Street South in Listowel.
• Elma, Edgar and Fern Crescent and the Trail Corridor from Main Street to the river are also part of the construction area of the project.

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Project Update - Spring 2021

2021 construction work has now begun. Completion is anticipated for mid-summer. Work includes:

• Watermain and road reconstruction from just west of Wallace Avenue South to Tremaine Avenue.
• Temporary traffic signals and flagmen will be used to control traffic.
• Road closure will be in effect on Line 84 from Basset Avenue to Tremaine Avenue. These closures will move with construction from April to mid-July. Please follow the road closure and detour information to avoid delays.
• Final asphalt and painting work will be conducted in July for the entire project from just west of Highway 23 to Tremaine Avenue.
• Please remember to drive cautiously and slowly and obey flagmen and traffic signals. Speeds will be reduced in the construction area and fines will be laid for infractions.
• June 16, 2021: Paving work on Line 84 begins today and will progress until Monday, June 21st. Sections of the roadway from the Wastewater Treatment Plant to Tremaine Avenue will be paved each day. Please expect delays and road closures during this time.

Project Details

• Reconstruction of the roadway and installation of additional watermain and servicing along portions of the roadway are included. Extension of the watermain to New Life Mills is also included in the project.
• Award of contract beginning of June.
• Mobilization of crews in late June.
• Construction from New Life Mills to approximately 290 meters east of Bassett in 2020 (will include the base asphalt and work on Bassett).
• Construction from approximately 290 meters east of Bassett to Tremaine in 2021 (including surface course of asphalt).

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Project Details

• The Asphalt Resurfacing Program is an annual program included in the Public Works Capital Budget.
• Chip and seal pavement work on the following roads is planned to begin on Friday, June 18th (weather permitting) and last for two days. The roads will remain open but please expect delays. Please remember to drive slowly in construction areas and obey flagmen.
• Please drive cautiously after the chip has been placed and watch for the loose gravel signs that are posted in repaired areas. These signs have been posted as the conditions are similar to those of loose gravel.
• Road 165 from Line 88 to Line 87
• Road 158 from Line 84 to Line 81
• Road 152 from Line 86 to Line 87

North Perth is developing a long-term strategy to strengthen and support the transportation network within the community. The North Perth Transportation Master Plan (NPTMP) will provide a vision and policy framework for a complete transportation system that will meet travel demands to 2041 in a manner that is sustainable and compatible with future growth. The study will identify the Road Network Hierarchy, assess future needs including truck routing and active transportation corridors as well as recommend needed policy and comment on the phasing and costs of recommended solutions. The study will follow the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (an approved process under the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act) and align with the Municipality’s Corporate Strategic Plan, land use plans, and other policies.

• Initial review and the first round of Consultation and findings have been conducted
• Assessment and Development of alternatives are being finalized
• A second round of Consultation is being planned
• A parallel Study on Traffic and Pedestrian usage and potential traffic calming is also underway with public engagement expected in spring/summer
• Evaluation and Final Presentation and a final Public Meeting for the TMP are to be determined

Master Servicing Plan

The Project

The Municipality of North Perth is undertaking a Servicing Master Plan for stormwater, wastewater and water servicing in the communities of Listowel and Atwood. The Master Plan will investigate existing and future needs for infrastructure as the two communities continue to grow. Upon completion, the Master Plan will serve as a strategic document, and identify infrastructure upgrades or expansions to support continued growth and address existing deficiencies. 

The Master Plan Process

The Servicing Master Plan is being conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) document, dated October 2000, as amended in 2007, 2011 and 2015 under the Environmental Assessment Act. Master Plan studies incorporate Phases 1 & 2 of the Class EA process (identification of the problem or opportunity, and evaluation of alternative solutions) and also includes consultation with the general public, community stakeholders, government review agencies and Indigenous communities. The process has just been initiated. There will be additional opportunities for public comment and input as the process moves forward. 

Public Involvement

Public consultation is a key component of this study. Initial comments are welcome at this time. As a part of the consultation component of this project, a public information meeting will be held during the course of the study. Details regarding the public meeting will be provided in a future notice. Any comments collected will be maintained on file for use during the project and may be included in project documentation. With the exception of personal information, all comments will become part of the public records. 

For further information on this project, please contact the consulting engineers: B.M. Ross and Associates Ltd., 62 North Street, Goderich Ontario, N7A 2T4 (519) 524-2641 Attention: Kelly Vader, Environmental Planner, Email: kvader@bmross.net

Wallace Avenue One Way Block Trial (Main Street to Elma Street Southbound Only)

The Wallace Avenue one way block trial (Main Street to Elma Street southbound only) is scheduled to begin during the week of August 16, 2021. Wallace Avenue South from Main Street to Elma Street will be closed on August 18, 2021 from 12:01 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for installation of signage and road marking to prepare for the one-way block trial. 

FACT SHEET - Main/Wallace Intersection - One Way Block Trial
MAP - Wallace Ave S One Way Block Trial
Listowel Transportation Considerations - September 2019 Presentation

One Way Block; Nichol Avenue South from Clayton Street to Mowat Street (Southbound Only)

In an attempt to provide as safe as possible access for students at Eastdale Public School, Nichol Avenue from Clayton Street to Mowat Street will become a one way block, allowing southbound traffic only. This change is scheduled to commence during the week of August 23, 2021. 

Road 154 Bridge Rehabilitation

Project Details

Bridge rehabilitation work on Road 154 in ongoing, and is nearing completion. 

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North Perth Structure 060071 Replacement - Line 60

Project Details

• The electrical panel has been relocated and inspected and towers have been taken down. Fixtures have arrived and work on conduit install and concrete base removals are being done. Weather permitting, Lights and poles will be installed next and then wiring, etc.  

• July 2021 Update: The project has been completed and teams are beginning to use the diamond. 

Listowel Memorial Arena Demolition and Redevelopment                        

Project Details

• The demolition of building has been completed. After surveys and public consultation, a park development report was completed for this property. Council directed staff to prepare a fundraising plan for their consideration, to offset costs for this project. Work on the fundraising plan is ongoing.

Project Details

• The connection of the Gowanstown to Listowel section of the North Perth Trail system is scheduled to be completed in 2021.  
• This extension of the trail has been out of service for some time. The land required to develop the Gowanstown to Listowel trail connection is now owned by the Municipality.
• The Municipality is awaiting results from an application to a federal funding program for the project and then will begin plans for this work. 
• Additional updates will be provided as work progresses.

Elma Logan and Wallace Arena Lighting

Project Details

• Retrofitting the T8 & T12 fluorescent fixtures to LED. The new LED fixtures provide a brighter play surface and are energy efficient.

• The lighting project at the Elma Logan Recreation Complex will be complete the week of July 5th. The Wallace Arena will be next to receive the upgrade.

• For comparison purposes, the image below depicts the new lighting on the left-hand side of the Elma Logan arena floor.

Removal of the Memorial Dam in Listowel

The Memorial Dam Removal project is almost complete. The dam has been removed. The silt fence will remain until October and the snow fence will remain until grass seed has taken. Once the water recedes in the fall the final rebar will be removed. 

During construction the pedestrian bridge will be closed to the public daily from 7am to 6pm.  Access to the site is restricted to authorized personnel.

Project Details

• Project began construction in 2017; awarded to Wellington Construction
• Project received funding through the Small Communities Fund in the amount of $3,256,146 and from the Canada Water and Wastewater Fund in the amount of $639,153. Total contract expenditure is approximately $14,205,000
Project included the following:
• New forcemain
• Highway 23 Pump Station Upgrades
• Headworks building
• Grit and Grease removal system
• Automatic Bar Screen
• Transformer replacement
• Emergency power generator
• UV disinfection system replacement
• Biosolids digester replacement
• Administration building expansion for electrical, digester blowers, and digester pumps
• Substantial completion of the project was achieved in February of 2020

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Headworks Building

Grit and Grease Removal System

Automatic Bar Screen

Transformer Replacement

Emergency Power Generator

UV System

Biosolids Digester

Administration Building Addition

Driveway Entrance

Project Details

• Construction commenced in December 2019; the Centre is now complete and operational.
• A small lounge/WiFi bar area with seating will be included in the extended ELRC lobby to provide a hang-out space for youth, seniors and other groups

Photos

View this presentation for a collection of project progress photos.