As early as next week,
construction will begin on Saunderson Drive, between Smyth and Haig, to replace
watermains. This is a crucial step in rejuvenating our failing infrastructure,
and the benefits in the long term will far outweigh the inconveniences of the
short term.
The public notice that
you may have already read states:
The work will include
the following:
●Installation of temporary
water services;
●Replacement of the
existing watermain;
●Replacement of all
water services from the watermain to the property line;
●Installation of a new
fire hydrant at the corner of Saunderson Drive and Haig Drive;
●Installation of a new
fire hydrant at the Hutton Park entrance;
●Replacement and
relocation of the existing fire hydrant located at the south corner of 1793
Saunderson Drive to the south corner of 1803 Saunderson Drive;
●Replacement of catch
basins impacted by the watermain replacement;
●Replacement of four
storm manholes riser, cover and frame; and Road resurfacing.
The city encourages
you to consider your own pipes at this time: houses that were built prior to
1958 may have been constructed using lead pipe. There are different ways to
coordinate the replacement of your own pipes with the timing of the public pipe
replacement. You can call 3-1-1 for more information.
The City also warns
that some of your property may be disturbed, as a small portion of your lawn or
laneway may be dug up to access the pipes and watermain. Rest assured, any
disruption of your property caused by the City’s contractor will be repaired at
the end of construction. However, if you have an underground lawn irrigation
system, you’ll want to give the project manager a call before the work starts.
People with special
assistance needs, such as mobility issues or visual impairment, should contact
the project manager as well, so that arrangements can be made.
If you have any
questions, we suggest you contact:
Josée Vallée, P.
Engineer
Design and
Construction Municipal East Branch
613-580-2424 x21805
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