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As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to provide consistent and reliable service, we have scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood on the street(s) listed above.

These improvements are scheduled to begin, around March 2024, with an estimated completion around December 2024. You will be notified closer to the date construction is scheduled to start on your section of the street, as well as 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, including additional hydrants as required.
  • 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.
  • Replace the existing cycling facilities.
  • Install and/or replace retaining walls.

These improvements will 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.

Please read the Information Package for more details about how this construction may affect you.

All residents are also invited to review the project information boards for more information.

Progress and major milestones will be posted on this project page. Subscribe to get project updates by using the Stay Informed 'Subscribe' button above.

Road reconstructions help Kitchener adapt to climate change

Replacing outdated stormwater pipes and adding green infrastructure during road construction makes Kitchener more resilient to future flooding caused by climate change. This road reconstruction project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. For more information about the City of Kitchener's partnership with the Government of Canada through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, visit kitchener.ca/Stormwater.

Soak up rain and reduce runoff

Kitchener has partnered with Reep Green Solutions to help you make changes to beautify your yard and reduce runoff. To learn more and see if you qualify for a free, on-site consultation with a landscape designer, visit Reep's Rain Smart Neighbourhoods.


As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to provide consistent and reliable service, we have scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood on the street(s) listed above.

These improvements are scheduled to begin, around March 2024, with an estimated completion around December 2024. You will be notified closer to the date construction is scheduled to start on your section of the street, as well as 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, including additional hydrants as required.
  • 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.
  • Replace the existing cycling facilities.
  • Install and/or replace retaining walls.

These improvements will 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.

Please read the Information Package for more details about how this construction may affect you.

All residents are also invited to review the project information boards for more information.

Progress and major milestones will be posted on this project page. Subscribe to get project updates by using the Stay Informed 'Subscribe' button above.

Road reconstructions help Kitchener adapt to climate change

Replacing outdated stormwater pipes and adding green infrastructure during road construction makes Kitchener more resilient to future flooding caused by climate change. This road reconstruction project is funded in part by the Government of Canada. For more information about the City of Kitchener's partnership with the Government of Canada through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, visit kitchener.ca/Stormwater.

Soak up rain and reduce runoff

Kitchener has partnered with Reep Green Solutions to help you make changes to beautify your yard and reduce runoff. To learn more and see if you qualify for a free, on-site consultation with a landscape designer, visit Reep's Rain Smart Neighbourhoods.

  • Update on road construction

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    The City of Kitchener will reconstruct the road on East Avenue from Cameron Street N to past Stirling Avenue by completing a watermain replacement, extending over an approximate project distance of 1180 meters.

    This work is part of the Council-approved 2024 Capital Works Program to renew aging city roads, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, watermains, and sidewalk for current and future needs. Please see a map of the work area below. Impacts on properties are expected, including planned water shut-offs, excavation pits and limited parking. For the duration of the construction, affected properties will receive water via a temporary water supply system.

    If you would like to receive updates for this project, please subscribe and you will be added to the email list. Add your email to the Stay Informed box on this page and click 'Subscribe'.

    Map of work area

    What to expect during construction

    Work hours

    Work will take place from 7 a.m.to 7 p.m., Monday to Friday. Work on weekends may also be required from time to time, but is unlikely, and is pre-approved Saturday and Sundays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

    Construction noise

    You may experience intermittent noise and vibration during construction (from vacuum trucks, excavators, dump trucks, power generators, air compressors, paving equipment, concrete equipment, and other machinery).

    Pre-condition inspection of structures

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

    The City-hired contractor may need access to your house or building to complete a pre-condition inspection survey. The contractor (Sousa Concrete) will deliver a pre-construction survey request to schedule a time to complete the survey.

    The contractor will not show up asking for entry without prior notice. If you have questions or concerns regarding the identity of the contractor or contractor worker, please contact the person by the contact information at the bottom of this notice.

    On-site communication

    Sometimes, contractors need to communicate with homeowners about what is happening on-site. This could be about driveway access, water shut-offs, pre-construction inspections, and site restoration work (examples: landscaping, installing pavers). The contractor's staff will be identifiable by their high-visibility company branded clothing. If you need to speak with staff on the construction site, please ask for the Site Inspector.

    Accessible accommodation

    The City's contractor must ensure safe and accessible walkways and entryways are maintained for everyone during construction. Any temporary access disruptions will be communicated as soon as possible. If you experience a disruption, have a specific access need, or a related accommodation request, contact the person listed below.

    Residents who require accommodation (examples: for level entry, longer notice) must contact the Project Manager to arrange for access during the construction period.

    Water service disruptions

    The water to your property will need to be shut off to allow for connection and disconnection to the temporary water supply. The contractor will provide at least 48-hour advance notice for all planned shut-offs.

    If you did not receive advance notice and your water was turned off, an emergency water shut-off may have been necessary to complete the work.

    Telephone and internet services

    For individual properties, this work may affect phone and internet cables that are not buried deep below the sidewalk. The contractor will coordinate with utility companies to minimize disruption. Residents who find their service has been disrupted should notify their phone or internet service provider immediately to start the repair process.

    Important information for owners of sprinkler systems, heated driveways, or private landscaping features

    Property owners should remove items located within City property limits (boulevard) to avoid damage. This includes items such as landscaping (plants and pavers), decorative objects, sprinkler systems or heated driveways. If you have a sprinkler system or heated driveway, please contact the Project Manager listed below.

    Road and sidewalk access

    To complete the work safely, there will be road and sidewalk restrictions within the work zone. Access for emergency vehicles will be maintained at all times.

    Driveway access

    The contractor will notify you of any temporary restrictions to your driveway access. Due to the nature of the work, driveway access may not always be possible.

    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 where you can park longer than 3 hours and overnight. The site inspector will hand out the permits. Typically, 2 permits are handed out per property. If you require additional permits, please reach out to the Site Inspector.

    Display the permit on your vehicle’s dash. Park your vehicle only in permitted areas and ensure 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 safety-related issues will continue to be enforced.

    Parking

    This project will affect on-street parking. Parking in the active work zone is not permitted as space is needed for construction equipment and materials. If your parked vehicle affects construction work, it will be relocated without charge to the owner.

    If you require parking enforcement, please contact 519-741-2345.

    Traffic management

    Efforts have been made to manage traffic in the area for the safety of workers, road users and residents. Road users should expect delays and increased traffic on nearby main and side streets.

    GRT Service

    Travel times may be affected. Visit www.grt.ca for accurate schedule information.

    Moving in/out and deliveries

    Efforts will be made to accommodate properties that have scheduled move-ins / move-outs and deliveries. Please contact the site inspector in advance to advise of any delivery access.

    Garbage and recycling

    Please have materials placed at curbside before 7 a.m. on your collection day. If required, the contractor will move bins to an appropriate location and return them in reasonable amount of time. Please ensure that you label your bins with your address.

    Restoration

    The construction work area will be restored with sod, concrete and/or asphalt where required. Interlocking bricks, flagstone on a granular base, or other similar features that are removed from public and private property during construction will be replaced. Further information notice regarding sod will follow once the sod is placed.

    Site Inspector

    If you have construction questions or an issue onsite, we ask that you contact the site inspector who represents the city onsite. The site inspector is onsite daily and can be identified by the white hardhat they wear with either the city logo or consultant company logo on it.

    Erik Pankratz (MTE Consultants Inc.)

    519-465-6468

    EPankratz@mte85.com

    If the site inspector is unavailable, please contact the Project Manager listed below.

    Need more information?

    If you have questions about the upcoming work, please contact us.

    City Project Manager

    Lou Slijepcevic

    lou.slijepcevic@kitchener.ca

    519-897-4152 (TTY:1-866-969-9994)

    Engineering General inquiries

    519-741-2426

    Thank you for your continued patience.

    Kind regards,

    The project team


  • Construction Begins May 6, 2024

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    The City of Kitchener has awarded Sousa Concrete the contract for reconstruction work on East Avenue. Construction is scheduled to start on/or about May 6, 2024 with an anticipated completion on/or about November 30, 2025.

    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 the City Project Manager remains a key point of contact. Please feel free to contact the project manager, Lou Slijepcevic, Lou.Slijepcevic@kitchener.ca or 519-741-2200 ext. 7153.

    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 inspection.

    Pre-condition inspection of structures

    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 inspection will prove very helpful in quickly and accurately resolving any claims, should they arise.

    The pre-condition survey will be conducted by OZA Inspections Ltd and if they haven’t already, they will be contacting you within the next few days to arrange for this inspection, which will include 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 by construction

    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.

    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

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

    Contacts

    City of Kitchener Project Manager

    Lou Slijepcevic, 519-741-2200 x 7153

    Consultant Project Manager – MTE Consultants Inc

    Lyndsay Dokas, 519-743-6500 x1339

    Consultant Construction Inspector – MTE Consultants Inc

    Erik Pankratz, 519-465-6468

    Contractor – Sousa Concrete

    Chris Saraiva, 519-623-5572

    Corporate Contact Centre (24 hour)

    519-741-2345

    We appreciate your patience and understanding during this project.

  • Project Information and Questionnaire

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    As part of the City of Kitchener’s ongoing efforts to provide consistent and reliable service, we have scheduled road and sewer improvements in your neighbourhood on East Avenue from Frederick Street to Krug Street.

    These improvements are scheduled to begin, around March 2024, with an estimated completion around December 2024. You will be notified closer to the date construction is scheduled to start on your section of the street, as well as how long access to your driveway will be affected.

    About the improvements

    The specific improvements scheduled for East Avenue between Frederick Street and Krug Street are:

    • Upgrade the existing storm sewer, sanitary sewer and water mains, including additional hydrants as required.
    • 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.
    • Replace the existing cycling facilities.
    • Install and/or replace retaining walls.

    The specific improvements scheduled for East Avenue between Cameron Street and Eugene George Way are:

    • Upgrade the water mains, including additional hydrants as required.
    • Connect existing water services to the new main.
    • Restoration of the asphalt roadway.

    These improvements will 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.

    Before construction starts, an inspection of homes and businesses will be undertaken to determine the condition of 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.

    Answer the questionnaire

    In order to help us address any specific issues or considerations, we ask that you please complete the Resident/Owner Questionnaire Form. If you have any plans to redevelop your property (severance, additional units, etc.), please let us know so that we can coordinate any proposed changes with the new roadwork.

    For homeowners that live within the project limits and are interested in connecting private storm drains that accept sump pump discharge please complete the Storm Service Survey.

    Both surveys can also be found under the “Survey” tab on the project page.

    Contact us

    If you have any questions and/or concerns about this project, please feel free to contact the project manager, as listed under the “Who’s Listening” tab page, by phone at 519-741-2200 ext. 7815 or by email at diana.lupsa@kitchener.ca.

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