18th Street Construction:
Weather permitting, construction on the northbound lane of 18th Street will begin from Aberdeen Avenue on Tuesday, May 20. Please be mindful of reduced speed limits, equipment, and workers in the area.
The project will be completed in four stages and includes minor concrete curb repairs, milling, and paving. The first stage is expected to take 5-6 days, with the remaining stages expected to take three to five days, but schedules may vary due to weather, traffic, and road conditions.
Work initially started last fall, completing the first six stages of the project. The remaining stages are as follows:
-Stage 7: Aberdeen Ave to Queens Ave (Northbound)
-Stage 8: Queens Ave to Park Ave (Northbound)
-Stage 9: Park Ave to Queens Ave (Southbound)
-Stage 10: Queens Ave to Aberdeen Ave (Southbound)
Safety Reminders: This work involves the application of road oil, which can be hazardous to children, pets, and vehicles. Please exercise caution and keep a safe distance from the road. As this is a provincial project, any inquiries should be directed to the Province of Manitoba. More info can be found online at Manitoba 511
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Hydration Stations:
Two hydration stations have been installed downtown and are now in operation for the season. They are located at:
7th Street & Rosser Avenue
8th Street Bus Mall
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A hydration station is a seasonal water bottle fill depot installed on a public sidewalk and connected directly to a fire hydrant. The fire hydrant will remain usable for firefighting operations in the event of an emergency.
With warmer weather coming early this year, ensuring safe access to drinking water for all in the community is a priority. While it’s cool today, the sun will be out again soon – stay hydrated.
Operating procedures are in place to ensure water quality at the hydration stations meet drinking water standards, which includes regular water sampling and testing
