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Clemens Avenue

Overview

The reconstruction project will include work on Clemens Avenue (from Fisher Mills Road to Sheffield Street). The project includes replacement of watermain, reconstruction of the asphalt, road base and sub-base, concrete sidewalks, and concrete curb and gutter.

Timeline

Planned construction start date: April 11, 2023

Progress

  • Clemens Avenue from Fisher Mills Rd. to Sheffield St. - Construction is substantially complete and open to traffic.

Notice to Residents

Contact Information

Steven Huang
Project Engineer
City of Cambridge
519-623-1340 ext. 4616

Church Street North and South

Overview

The reconstruction project will include work on Church Street North and South. The project includes Work includes the construction of approximately 260m of 200mm diameter watermain, 350m of 150mm diameter watermain, 7m of 300mm storm sewer, 480m of 200mm diameter sanitary sewer, 3650 m2 of asphalt roadway, 1650 m2 of concrete sidewalk, 1180m of concrete curb and gutter and other miscellaneous works for the reconstruction of Church Street North and South. 

Timeline

Planned construction start date: April 3, 2023.

Progress

The work is to be constructed in three (3) stages. The stages are generally as follows:

  • Stage 1A - Church Street South (Sherring to Hamilton) - This stage is substantially complete and open to traffic.
  • Stage 1B - Church Street South (Queenston to King) - This stage is substantially complete and open to traffic.
  • Stage 2 - Church Street North (King to Duke) - This stage is substantially complete and open to traffic.

Notice to Residents

Contact Information

Steven Huckabone
Project Manager
City of Cambridge
(519) 623-1340 ext. 4304

Groh Avenue

Overview

The reconstruction project on ​Groh Avenue; Goebel Ave. to Bechtel Street.​The project includes replacement of watermains, sanitary sewers, and storm sewers. It will also include new Multi Use Trail, completion of reconstruction of the asphalt, road base and sub-base, concrete sidewalks, and concrete curb and gutter.​ 

Timeline

Construction start date: April 3, 2023. 

Progress

  • Construction work is 100% complete.
  • Groh Avenue: Construction complete.

Notices to Residents

Contact Information

Prasad Samarakoon
Project Engineer
City of Cambridge
519-623-1340 ext. 4539

Holiday Inn Drive Watermain Rehabilitation CIPP Lining Project

Overview

The project includes the rehabilitation of 1390m of 200mm water main, trenchless methods (minimum excavation) primarily using cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) lining and includes lining or renewal of water services, renewal of appurtenances and other miscellaneous works for the rehabilitation of thin-walled cast iron/ductile iron water main. This project is currently under design stage.

Timeline

  • Planned construction start date: April 15, 2024.
  • The project has not tendered yet.

Progress

The city staff and the consultant (R.V. Anderson) retained to complete the design of this project by the City will be on-site from time to time conducting site investigations to vary existing infrastructure information.

Road Closures

  • Partial lane closures on Holiday Inn Drive expected during construction.

Notice to Residents

Contact Information

Prasad Samarakoon
Project Engineer
City of Cambridge
519-623-1340 ext. 4539

Roseview Ave. and Gladstone Ave.

Overview

Reconstruction of Roseview Avenue from Wellington Street to Oxford Street, Roseview Avenue from Oxford Street to Cambridge Street, and Gladstone Avenue from Parkwood Drive to Berkley Road. The work includes the construction of approximately 318m of 200mm diameter watermain, 186m of 300mm diameter watermain, 5m of 350mm diameter watermain, 387m of 300mm to 525mm diameter storm sewer, 480m of 200mm to 250mm diameter sanitary sewer, 4140 m2 of asphalt roadway, 1595 m2 of concrete sidewalk, 965m of concrete curb and gutter and other miscellaneous works for the reconstruction of Roseview Avenue and Gladstone Avenue.

Timeline

  • Construction is scheduled to begin on April 24, 2023

Progress

  • Overall construction is 75% complete.
  • Roseview Ave: Construction is underway with underground work complete and road building underway for Phase 2. Phase 1 Roseview between Cambridge St. and Wellington St. is complete with surface asphalt following in 2024.
  • Gladstone Ave: Completed to base asphalt with restorations underway. Surface asphalt will be completed in 2024.

Notices to Residents

Contact Information

Matt Holland
Project Engineer
City of Cambridge
(519) 623-1340 ext.4751

T23-44 Hespeler Road Watermain Rehabilitation Project 

Overview

This project includes the rehabilitation of 356m of water mains sizes ranging from 200mm- 400mm, primarily using cured-in-place (CIPP) lining and includes lining or renewal of water services, renewal of appurtenances and other miscellaneous work for the rehabilitation of thin-walled cast iron water main. This will include water mains on:

1. Hespeler Road (between 561 and 611)

Figure: Water main Rehabilitation (Trenchless) Location

Timeline

Planned construction start date: June 6, 2023

Progress

  • Lining completed and commissioned watermain reconnection currently in progress. Road restoration work begins in the week of September 12, 2023. 

Road Closures

Partial lane closures on Hespeler Road North bound lanes expected during construction. 

Notice to Residents

  • Notice to Residents - May 2, 2023

Contact Information

Prasad Samarakoon
Project Engineer
City of Cambridge
519-623-1340 ext. 4539

SWM Pond 167 Rehabilitation

Overview

The Rehabilitation project will be located at 124 Skipton Crescent. Full walkway closure will be required during construction. The project includes clearing and grubbing, installation of sediment controls and dewatering operations. Followed by sediment removal and pond repairs and restoration.

Timeline

Planned construction start date: July 24, 2023

Progress

Construction is substantially complete, and the walkway is open to the public.

Road Closures

  • Walkway between Skipton Crescent and River Road

Notice to Residents

Contact Information

Steven Huckabone
Project Manager
City of Cambridge
519-623-1340 ext. 4304

Frequently Asked Questions Re: City Construction Projects

Where can I park and how will access be maintained?
During reconstruction, it will be necessary to close the road to all but local traffic. Access to private property will be maintained as best as possible, but it will be at your own risk as you will be traveling through a construction zone. For times when you do not have access to your property, alternative parking arrangements should be made. Overnight parking will be permitted on adjacent streets, but you will need to abide by all other existing parking restrictions (i.e. don’t block a driveway, don’t park too close to a fire hydrant, don’t park where parking is prohibited, etc.). City staff/representatives will provide more information regarding alternative parking when these situations occur.
Will water service be impacted?

In order to maintain your water service during reconstruction, a temporary above ground watermain will be installed. Temporary service will be connected directly at property line and will still be metered during construction.

Some interruptions to your water service will occur throughout the reconstruction. All planned interruptions should be temporary and occur during normal working hours. You will be notified prior to any planned interruption in order to give you an opportunity to draw sufficient water for personal use until your water is turned back on. You should always keep a small supply of water on hand in case an unscheduled emergency shut down is required.
What are the limits of service upgrades?
Water and sanitary services to individual properties will be upgraded to current standards between the mains and property line during the reconstruction. Any replacement, upgrading or installation of new services on private property between the street line and the building is the responsibility of the property owner. Work on private property requires a plumbing permit application to the City’s building division, for individuals considering private side works. Additional information can be found at: https://www.cambridge.ca/en/build-invest-grow/Permits.aspx
How will my driveway be restored?
When reconstructing the sidewalk or curb, it may be necessary to cut back some driveways to match the new grade. If this is the case, the driveway will be saw-cut, and a patch placed using the same material if possible. Impressed or coloured concrete driveways cannot be replaced to match the original, which is also the case with paving stone driveways (unless the owner has a supply of matching stones that the contractor could use).
What if I have a landscaping or sprinkler system on the City's right of way?

In some locations, shrubs, hedges, and fences may encroach into the City Road allowance which can be an issue when installing new infrastructure. If this is the case adjacent to your property you will be asked to relocate the garden, hedge, etc. onto your property prior to construction taking place.

If you have a sprinkler system installed along the edge of the sidewalk or curb, please remove the piping prior to construction as the contractor and city will not be responsible for damages. You may have it reinstalled after construction is completed if you wish.
How will garbage/blue box/green box collection be maintained?
Blue box, green box and refuse collection will be maintained throughout the duration of construction. When access is restricted by construction operations, the construction crew will place the blue boxes, green boxes and refuse containers at a location accessible by the collection service on collection days. To minimize problems during construction, it would be appreciated if all refuse is bagged – yard waste in paper bags, household garbage in plastic bags. Please ensure that your address is clearly marked on your refuse containers, blue boxes and green boxes.
What if I have special needs?
If someone in your home has physical disabilities or special needs for access to your property, please contact the City’s project manager so that we can minimize the access restrictions where possible.

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