Construction Notices and Updates

Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Avion Construction Group Inc. The Contractor is expected to begin work in 2025 at various locations throughout the City. 

Scope of work:

The project involves improving transit stops at over 60 locations throughout the City of Peterborough. The scope of work may include earth excavation, asphalt and concrete removals, restoration of concrete curbs and sidewalks, asphalt restorations, new concrete transit stop pads, landscaping with topsoil and sod, new transit stop signs, and installation of transit stop shelters at select locations.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate this work, a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts and flagging operations will be required. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience some delays within the construction limits

Project Contact:

Adam Fitzgerald
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Cell: (705) 875-5757
Email: afitzgerald@peterborough.ca

Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Green Infrastructure Partners Inc.

Scope of work:

The scope of work generally includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, removal of railway crossing on Rubidge Street at Townsend Street, milling of existing asphalt, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, placement of top lift asphalt and application of pavement markings along Park Street from Parnell Street to Albert Street and Rubidge Street from Albert Street to McDonnel Street. 

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Park Street and Rubidge Street a combination of lane shifts, flagging operations and closures with posted detours will be implemented during various phases of the work.

Project Contact:

Todd Williamson 
Construction Inspection Technologist III 
Cell: (705) 930-6864  
Email: twilliamson@peterborough.ca

ITT-02-25 Pavement Preservation - Micro-surfacing of Airport Road and Brealey Drive

Anticipated Start Date: April 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, installation of micro surface asphalt treatment and the application of pavement markings at the following locations:

• Airport Road: 100 metres south of Spillsbury Drive to Sir Sandford Fleming Drive
• Brealey Drive: 200 metres south of Stenson Boulevard to Sir Sandford Fleming Drive

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Airport Road and Brealey Drive a combination of lane shifts and flagging operations will be implemented during various phases of the work. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection I
Mobile: (705) 740-3607

ITT-02-25 Pavement Preservation – Micro Surfacing of Hunter Street West, Aylmer Street to West Side of Hunter Street Bridge over Otonabee River

Special Statement Update

News Release: 

Nightly Micro-surfacing Operations Set to Begin on Hunter Street West

Overnight micro-surfacing work is scheduled to occur on Hunter Street between Aylmer Street and Queen Street from June 2, 2025, to June 13, 2025, weather permitting. Night work operations are anticipated to take place for a total of four to five nights. 

The decision to conduct work at night aims to minimize disruptions to businesses, pedestrians and traffic in the area. 

Parking restrictions will be enforced during construction hours, from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m. "No Parking” signage will be posted accordingly.  

Vehicles parked in prohibited locations that interfere with the work being done during construction hours will be subject to enforcement actions, which may include the issuance of a penalty notice, towing and impoundment of the vehicle, or a combination of these measures.  

Individuals whose vehicles are towed or impounded can call the City of Peterborough Municipal Law Enforcement and Security Services Division at 705-707-3969 on the following business day for information on the towing provider and impound yard location.

Anticipated Start Date: April 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, installation of micro surface asphalt treatment and the application of pavement markings on Hunter Street West from Aylmer Street to west side of the Hunter Street Bridge over Otonabee River.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Hunter Street West a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts, flagging operations and lane closures with posted detours will be implemented during various phases of the work. Micro surfacing operations will be performed during the night to reduce impacts to business and increase overall site safety. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Mobile: (705) 740-3607

ITT-02-25 Pavement Preservation – Micro Surfacing of Hunter Street East, West Side of Hunter Street Bridge over Otonabee River to Museum Drive

Anticipated Start Date: Late June 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, installation of micro surface asphalt treatment and the application of pavement markings on Hunter Street East from the west side of the Hunter Street bridge over Otonabee River to Museum Drive.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Hunter Street East a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts, flagging operations and lane closures with posted detours will be implemented during various phases of the work. Micro surfacing operations will be performed during the night to reduce impacts to business and increase overall site safety. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Mobile: (705) 740-3607

ITT-02-25 Pavement Preservation – Resurfacing of Armour Road
St. Lukes Avenue to Maria Street

Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd.

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, milling and paving of the surface asphalt and the application of pavement markings on Armour Road from St. Lukes Avenue to Maria Street. 

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Armour Road a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts, flagging operations and lane closures with posted detours will be implemented during various phases of the work. Milling and paving operations will occur during the night. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Mobile: (705) 740-3607

ITT-02-25 Pavement Preservation – Micro Surfacing of Armour Road, Paddock Wood and Whitaker Street

Anticipated Start Date: Late May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd. 

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, installation of micro surface asphalt treatment and the application of pavement markings on Armour Road between Parkhill Road East and Cunningham Boulevard, and all of Paddock Wood and Whitaker Street.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Armour Road, Paddock Wood and Whitaker Street a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts and flagging operations will be implemented during various phases of the work. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Mobile: (705) 740-3607

Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd. 

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, installation of micro surface asphalt treatment and the application of pavement markings on Cumberland Avenue from Ungava Avenue to Hilliard Street.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Cumberland Avenue a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts, flagging operations and lane closures will be required. Milling and paving operations will occur during the night. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits. 

Project Contact:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Mobile: (705) 740-3607
Email: usingh@peterborough.ca

Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Brennan Paving & Construction Ltd.

Scope of work:

Includes the installation/adjustments of select frames, covers and grates, minor curb removal, curb re-installations, application of emulsified asphalt tack coat, installation of micro surface asphalt treatment and the application of pavement markings on Royal Drive from Cumberland Avenue to Marina Boulevard.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on Royal Drive a combination of parking restrictions, lane shifts and flagging operations will be required. Micro surfacing operations will occur between June 30, 2025 to August 29, 2025, to accommodate Edmison Heights Public School. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits. 

Project Contact:

Utkarsh Singh, M.Sc., P.Eng.
Engineering Design and Construction Inspection Technologist I
Phone: (705) 740-3607
Email: usingh@peterborough.ca

Anticipated Start Date: Late March 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City of Peterborough awarded the above noted project to Fineline Markings Inc. in 2024. 

Scope of work:

Generally includes routing and sealing of cracks in the asphalt pavement surface. Please note that the Contractor’s schedule is tentative and may be subject to change due to delays or inclement weather.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

There are no scheduled road closures at this time, but traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction on collector and arterial roadways and reduced to one lane with the use of flagging operations on local streets.

Project Contact:

Any issues or questions that arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Utkarsh Singh, P.Eng., M.Sc.
Engineer Design / Construction Inspection Technologist I
Mobile: 705-740-3607
Phone 705-742-7777 ext. 1762
Email: usingh@peterborough.ca

Anticipated Start Date: May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to GIP Paving Inc.

Scope of work:

Generally includes installing new trail lighting along a 1.5-kilometre stretch of the Rotary Greenway Trail Link from Hilliard Street to Bethune Street. The project will also include installation of new traffic signals at the intersection of George Street and Hilliard Street, partially reconstructing and realigning this intersection, and installation of new sidewalk and trail links surrounding the new intersection and associated restoration works.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work on the Rotary Greenway Trail, the trail will be closed with posted detours. A combination of lane shifts, flagging operations and closures with posted detours will be implemented during various phases of the work on Hilliard Street, Water Street and George Street. Access for local traffic and businesses will be maintained during all construction phases, however, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following.

Todd Williamson 
Construction Inspection Technologist III
Cell: (705) 930-6864
Email: twilliamson@peterborough.ca

Anticipated Start Date: Due to supply chain delays, work is tentatively rescheduled for spring 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: June 30, 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to Drain Bros. Excavating Limited. 

Scope of work:

Generally includes removal of localized concrete curb and gutters, concrete sidewalk, asphalt roadway, boulevard, granular road base, signage, and reconfiguration of the multi-use trail and crosswalk. The work will also include new traffic signals, landscaping, signage and pavement markings.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate this work, the Rotary Trail will be closed from Robinson Street to Douro Street. A posted detour via Robinson Street, Rogers Street and Douro Street will be implemented. Hunter Street East at the Rotary Trail will experience lane reductions to a single lane by means of flagging operations. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

Please contact us if you have any accessibility concerns in order that they may be addressed with the Contractor.

Contact: 
Utkarsh Singh, P.Eng., M.Sc. 
Engineer Design & Construction Inspector/Technologist Mobile: 705-740-3607 
Phone 705-742-7777 ext. 1762 
Email: usingh@peterborough.ca 

ITT-02-24 - Road Resurfacing of Chemong Road from Milroy Drive (north leg) to The Parkway Trail and Towerhill Road from Old Towerhill Road to Chemong Road

Special Statement Update: Night work anticipated from June 2 to June 13 2025, weather permitting

Anticipated Start Date: Early May 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: End of June 2025

The City awarded the above noted project to Green Infrastructure Partners Inc. in 2024. 

Scope of work:

Generally includes, milling of existing asphalt, placement of top lift asphalt and application of pavement markings on Chemong Road from The Parkway Trail to Milroy Drive (north leg) and along Towerhill Road from Old Towerhill Road to Chemong Road. The majority of the milling and paving operation will be performed during night work.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

To facilitate the work along Chemong Road and Towerhill Road, a combination of lane shifts and reductions to a single dedicated lane in each direction will be implemented. Detours and the closing of Milroy Drive (north leg) will be utilized during milling and paving operations for traffic management. As a result, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Contact:
Todd Williamson
Construction Inspection Technologist III
Cell: (705) 930-6864

Update May 5, 2025

Anticipated Start Date: March 10, 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City awarded the above noted project to Behan Construction Limited in 2024. 

Scope of work:

Involves a variety of installations, including new of new storm sewers, underground stormwater storage chambers, sanitary sewers, watermains, concrete curb and gutters, concrete sidewalks, road base and asphalt, asphalt multi-use trails, streetlights, line painting, landscaping, topsoil and sod, tree plantings, retaining walls, signage, and wooden privacy fences and the installation of traffic signals at the intersections of Brealey Drive and Kawartha Heights Boulevard, as well as Brealey Drive and Hewitt Drive.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

As part of the initial works in March the Contractor will be energizing the Cherryhill Road and Brealey Drive signals. To facilitate the Phase 2 construction, Brealey Drive is anticipated to be closed at the end of March 2025. Once the road closure is established, Brealey Drive will be closed to through traffic from Mapleridge Drive to Sherbrooke Street until the works are completed. Access for local traffic will be maintained during the closures, however, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

Dan Witteveen C.E.T., rcsi
Construction Inspection Technologist III
dwitteveen@peterborough.ca 
705 742-7777 ext 1755

Special Statement Update: Night work anticipated from June 2 - 13, 2025.

Anticipated Start Date: Late May/Early June 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to IPAC Paving Limited. 

Scope of work:

• Removal/disposal/supply/set of select frames, covers, and grates;
• Resetting of watermain valve boxes;
• Select concrete curb and gutter removals;
• Concrete curb and gutter re-installations;
• Milling of existing asphalt;
• Base asphalt repairs, as necessary;  
• Application of emulsified asphalt tack coat;
• Installation of hot mix surface asphalt; and
• Application of pavement markings.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

Operations will occur on McDonnel Street between George Street and Water Street. Curb repairs and structure adjustments will be performed by road closure with posted detours for an anticipated duration of an estimated ten (10) to fifteen (15) days. Milling and paving operations will be performed by way of lane closures for an anticipated duration of two (2) to four (4) nights. 

Access for local traffic and businesses will be maintained during flagging operations, lane shifts and lane closures, however, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

If any issues or questions arise prior to and/or during construction, please contact the following:

Dan Witteveen
Engineering and Construction Inspector
Cell: (705) 875-8526
Email: dwitteveen@peterborough.ca

Special Statement Update: Night work anticipated from June 2 - 13, 2025.

Anticipated Start Date: Late May/Early June 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to IPAC Paving Limited. 

Scope of work: 

• Removal/disposal/supply/set of select frames, covers, and grates;
• Resetting of watermain valve boxes;
• Select concrete curb and gutter removals;
• Concrete curb and gutter re-installations;
• Milling of existing asphalt;
• Base asphalt repairs, as necessary;  
• Application of emulsified asphalt tack coat;
• Installation of hot mix surface asphalt; and
• Application of pavement markings.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

Operations will occur on McDonnel Street between Water Street and Harvey Street. Curb repairs and structure adjustments will be performed by way of flagging and/or lane shifts for an anticipated duration of an estimated ten (10) to fifteen (15) days. Milling and paving operations will be performed by way of lane closures for an anticipated duration of two (2) to four (4) nights. 

Access for local traffic and businesses will be maintained during flagging operations, lane shifts and lane closures, however, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

Dan Witteveen
Engineering and Construction Inspector
Cell: (705) 875-8526
Email: dwitteveen@peterborough.ca

Special Statement Update: Night work anticipated from June 2 - 13, 2025.

Anticipated Start Date: Late May/Early June 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to IPAC Paving Limited. 

Scope of work:

• Removal/disposal/supply/set of select frames, covers, and grates;
• Resetting of watermain valve boxes;
• Select concrete curb and gutter removals;
• Concrete curb and gutter re-installations;
• Milling of existing asphalt;
• Base asphalt repairs, as necessary;  
• Application of emulsified asphalt tack coat;
• Installation of hot mix surface asphalt; and
• Application of pavement markings.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reduction and Traffic Impacts:

Operations will occur on Parkhill Road between George Street and Dennistoun Avenue. Curb repairs and structure adjustments will be performed by way of flagging and/or lane shifts for an anticipated duration of an estimated ten (10) to fifteen (15) days. Milling and paving operations will be performed by way of lane closures for an anticipated duration of two (2) to four (4) nights. 

Access for local traffic and businesses will be maintained during flagging operations, lane shifts and lane closures, however, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

Dan Witteveen
Engineering and Construction Inspector
Cell: (705) 875-8526
Email: dwitteveen@peterborough.ca

Special Statement Update: Night work anticipated from June 2 - 13, 2025.

Anticipated Start Date: Late May or June 2025
Anticipated Completion Date: Fall 2025

The City has awarded the above noted project to IPAC Paving Limited in 2024.

Scope of work:

• Removal/disposal/supply/set of select frames, covers, and grates;
• Resetting of watermain valve boxes;
• Select concrete curb and gutter removals;
• Concrete curb and gutter re-installations;
• Milling of existing asphalt;
• Base asphalt repairs, as necessary;  
• Application of emulsified asphalt tack coat;
• Installation of hot mix surface asphalt; and
• Application of pavement markings.

Please note, this project is not a full reconstruction and upgrades may not address all drainage issues or correct existing grading deficiencies.

Lane Reductions and Traffic Impacts:

Operations will occur on Water Street between Brock Street to approximately 100 metres north of Parkhill Road West, completed in two phases. Curb repairs and structure adjustments will be performed by way of flagging and/or lane shifts for an estimated duration of twenty (20) to twenty-five (25) business days. Milling and paving operations will be performed by way of lane closures for an anticipated duration of three (3) to five (5) nights. 

Access for local traffic and businesses will be maintained during flagging operations, lane shifts and lane closures, however, it is expected that local traffic may experience delays within the construction limits.

Project Contact:

Dan Witteveen, C.E.T., rcsi
Construction Inspection Technologist III
Cell: (705) 875-8526
Email: dwitteveen@peterborough.ca