Scott Street: Duke Street East to Weber Street East

The construction is now complete, and the project has entered the maintenance phase. This means we will inspect all aspects of the work done to ensure that it meets our standards. We will also address any deficiencies. Once this phase is complete, we will add a final layer of surface asphalt. This is usually about two years from the start of maintenance. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us at 519-741-2345 or engineering@kitchener.ca

• Contractor introduction, parking and pre-condition survey information

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  The City of Kitchener has awarded Regional Sewer and Watermain the contract for reconstruction work on Scott Street (Weber Street to Duke Street). Construction is scheduled to start on/or about September 12, 2022 with an anticipated completion on/or about November 11, 2022.

  Contractor introduction

  The City of Kitchener has retained an Engineering Consultant to act as Project Manager for this project and they should be your first point of contact should you have any questions, concerns or require special access to your residence during construction. Their contact information can be found in the contact list provided at the end of this letter. However, as the City Project Manager, I remain a key point of contact. My contact information has also been provided in the contact list.

  A Construction Inspector will be on site daily while the contractor is working. Should you have any questions or concerns while the work is in progress, the Construction Inspector can be identified by the white hardhat and can be approached at any time or contacted using the number provided in the contact list. Should you experience an after-hours emergency, please contact the 24-hour Contact Centre at 519-741-2345.

  The Contractor will start the project with the setup of their temporary watermain and by completing the pre-condition survey.

  Voluntary pre-condition survey

  On heavy construction projects, it is the City of Kitchener’s standard practice to offer to inspect any buildings that might be affected by construction activities before construction starts. If during or after construction residents/tenants experience any concerns with their property, the information from the pre-construction survey will prove very helpful in quickly and accurately resolving any claims, should they arise.

  The pre-condition survey will be conducted by OZA and if they haven’t already, they will be contacting you within the next few days to arrange for this survey. This survey includes an inspection of the interior and exterior of each property to document the existing condition prior to construction. In large high rise apartment buildings, the ground floor area will be inspected, but the individual apartment units above will not be inspected.

  We appreciate that some tenants/residents may not want a pre-condition survey of their home and we would like to stress that you are under no obligation to do so. Should this be the case, please advise the representative when they call.

  How you may be affected

  You will likely feel some vibrations during the routine operation of construction equipment; however, studies have shown that these vibrations are much less severe than the vibration level likely to cause structural damage. We do recommend that you remove light, fragile or delicate objects from shelves when construction activity is taking place adjacent to your property.

  Should you experience any problems during construction, please contact me immediately and I’ll address or direct your concern to the contractor if needed. If immediate action is needed, such as an issue with your services and City Staff or Representatives are not immediately available, you are welcome to contact the contractor directly.

  Should situations arise during or after this construction project, the following contact information and telephone numbers are provided for your convenience.

  On street parking

  During reconstruction, temporary parking permits will be issued to displaced residents to allow on-street parking when needed. The permits will list streets for parking options as you will be permitted to park longer than 3 hours and overnight. Permits are to be displayed on the dash of your vehicle. Ensure that your vehicle is parked in permitted areas only and that you do not interfere with any construction operations.

  We communicate with the Bylaw Enforcement team to ensure residents displaced by construction are noted, although illegal parking and/or safety related issues will continue to be enforced. If you require parking enforcement, please contact 519-741-2345. If you have any inquiries, please speak to the site inspector for further direction

  Contact list

  If you would like to receive updates for this project as they become available, please click the 'Subscribe' button to be added to the email list for updates.

  City of Kitchener Project Manager

  Jeff Riedl – 519-741-2200 ext. 7812

  Consultant Project Manager – MTE Consultants

  Lyndsay Dokas – 519-743-6500 ext. 1339

  Consultant Construction Inspector – MTE Consultants

  Nik Maletic – 519-222-5536

  Contractor – Regional Sewer and Watermain

  Mark Golding – 519-650-5151

  Corporate Contact Centre (24 hour)

  519-741-2345

  We appreciate your patience and understanding during this project.

• Public Information #2

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  As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to provide exceptional service, staff has scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood on the street listed above.

  These improvements are tentatively scheduled to begin, on or about September 12, 2022 with an estimated completion date on or about November 2022 subject to Council budget approval in early 2022.

  About the improvements

  The specific improvements scheduled for this street are:

  Upgrade the existing storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water mains.

  • Replace existing sanitary and water services from the new mains to the property line.
  • Curb and gutter, and sidewalks will be installed.
  • Upgrade the asphalt roadway.
  • Replace all driveway ramp entrances in concrete.

  The City is proposing some elements of the “Complete Streets” approach including a narrower roadway. The roadway asphalt width will be reduced from 9.5m to 6.0m. Parking will be allowed as it is currently allowed.

  These improvements are being done to upgrade the existing, deteriorated underground services and above-ground surface features, in order to prevent future system failure. The project will be funded through utility user fees and will not result in a direct charge to the homeowner.

  How you may be affected

  In order to carry out these improvements, it will be necessary to close this street to through traffic. Prior to any road closure, signs will be posted on the approaching streets advising motorists of the date and the duration of the closure.

  Pedestrian access will be maintained to all properties at all times and vehicular access to all properties within the construction area will be maintained for as long as possible. On-street parking permits, which will allow parking on adjacent side streets, will be hand-delivered to affected homes before vehicular access is cut off.

  Voluntary survey of your property

  Before construction starts, a survey of the existing homes and businesses will be undertaken to determine the condition of the buildings in the construction area. The selected consulting firm will contact you directly to arrange for a voluntary inspection of the exterior and interior of your building. This inspection is done to protect the property owner.

  Where to find more information

  Presentation materials were shared with the public last year outlining the details of the proposed improvements to these streets. An updated information package and information boards have been posted for viewing by all members of the public including owners and residents that will be directly affected by the proposed improvements. Residents who cannot access the Engage page can contact the project manager, who will make these resources available.

  If you would like to receive updates for this project as they become available, please subscribe and you will be added to the email list.

  Who to contact

  If you have any questions and/or concerns about this project, please feel free to contact the project manager, Jeff Riedl, by phone at 519-741-2200 ext. 7812 or by email at jeff.riedl@kitchener.ca. or the consultant MTE’s project manager Lyndsay Dokas by phone at 519-743-6500 ext. 1339 or by email at ldokas@mte85.com.

• Project rescheduled to later in construction season

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  As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to provide exceptional service, staff has scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood on Scott Street.

  This project has been rescheduled to begin later in the construction season, on or about September 5th, 2022 with an estimated completion date on or about November 2022. Before construction starts, presentation materials for a second virtual Public Information Centre will be posted online, providing another opportunity for public review, comments and questions. You will be notified once this information is available.

  If you have any questions and/or concerns about this project, please feel free to contact the project manager, Yam Bhattachan, by phone at 519-741-2200 ext. 7139 or by email at yam.bhattachan@kitchener.ca or the Consultant (MTE) project manager Dot Roga by phone at 519-743-6500 ext. 1269 or by email at DRoga@mte85.com.

• Letter to Residents

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  As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to provide exceptional service, staff has scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood.

  These improvements are tentatively scheduled to begin, on or about June 2022 with an estimated completion date on or about August 2022 subject to Council budget approval in early 2022. Once a schedule for the construction has been confirmed you will be notified. You will also be notified closer to the date construction is scheduled to start on your section of the street, and also how long access to your driveway will be affected.

  The specific improvements scheduled for this street are:

  Upgrade the existing storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water mains.

  • Replace existing sanitary and water services from the new mains to the property line.
  • Curb and gutter, and sidewalks will be installed.
  • Upgrade the asphalt roadway.
  • Replace all driveway ramp entrances in concrete.

  The City is proposing some elements of the “Complete Streets” approach including a narrower roadway. The roadway asphalt width will be reduced from 9.5m to 6.0m. Parking will be allowed as it is currently allowed.

  These improvements are being done to upgrade the existing, deteriorated underground services and above-ground surface features, in order to prevent future system failure. The project will be funded through utility user fees and will not result in a direct charge to the homeowner.

  In order to carry out these improvements, it will be necessary to close this street to through traffic. Prior to any road closure, signs will be posted on the approaching streets advising motorists of the date and the duration of the closure.

  Pedestrian access will be maintained to all properties at all times and vehicular access to all properties within the construction area will be maintained for as long as possible. On-street parking permits, which will allow parking on adjacent side streets, will be hand-delivered to affected homes before vehicular access is cut off.

  Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City will be undertaking virtual consultation through the City’s website. Presentation materials outlining project details have been posted for viewing of all members of the public including owners and residents that will be directly affected by the proposed improvements. Please visit https://www.kitchener.ca/en/development-and-construction/infrastructure-projects.aspx and look under the "Scott Street Road Reconstruction Project" section for more information.

  Before construction starts, a survey of the existing homes and businesses will be undertaken to determine the condition of the buildings in the construction area. The selected consulting firm will contact you directly to arrange for a voluntary inspection of the exterior and interior of your building. This inspection is done to protect the property owner.