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Little Gaetz Revitalization
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September 4, 2012
Happening this week
The final video inspections for phase one of the project start this Thursday, September 6, at 9:30 a.m. Crews will be going from business to business between 48 to 51 Street. Crews will also start the video pre-inspection between 46 and 47 Street this Thursday.
Work north of the 52 Street intersection continues this week on the gateway feature for Little Gaetz. Crews continue to work on the foundation for the gateway feature this week.
Concrete work between 47 and 48 Street is substantially complete, and the street is open to pedestrian traffic. The final paving for this block will be done at the same time as 46 to 47 Street.
Concrete work continues between 46 and 47 Street this week, and it is estimated the work will take approximately four weeks to complete.
The Ross Street Patio is open, and businesses and residents are encouraged to get outside and enjoy the space. Programs and events will happen throughout the summer, and a schedule is available at www.reddeer.ca/bestsummer.
If you have questions, comments, or concerns, please contact the project team at 403-342-8750 as we work to make your downtown on Gaetz a more vibrant and walkable historic downtown.
Schedule
48 Street to 51 Street
The final video inspections for phase one of the project start this Thursday, September 6, at 9:30 a.m. Crews will be going from business to business between 48 to 51 Street for the final video inspection.
51 Street to 52 Street
Gaetz Avenue between 51 and 52 Street is open to traffic. The roadway will remain gravel until the paving is done in September.
52 Street intersection and north
Work north of the 52 Street intersection continues this week on the gateway feature for Little Gaetz. Crews continue to work on the foundation for the gateway feature this week.
The steel for the traffic signal is installed, and the signal should be fully operational by the end of September.
48 to 47 Street
Concrete work between 47 and 48 Street is substantially complete, and the street is open to pedestrian traffic. The final paving for this block will be done at the same time as 46 to 47 Street.
Construction of the architectural street marker foundation is complete, and work on the street markers is expected to start this week.
September 4, 2012
47 to 46 Street
Work continues, and the block is closed to traffic. Pedestrian access will be maintained at all times.
Installation of catch basins, street light bases, electrical conduit, and the foundation for the architectural street marker is complete.
The curbs and gutters on the west side of the street are poured, and crews expect to pour the concrete for the sidewalks this week.
It is estimated the concrete work for this block will take approximately four weeks to complete, weather permitting.
Parking
During construction, Gaetz Avenue will close to vehicle traffic and all efforts will be made to maintain pedestrian access for businesses.
We recommend that businesses direct customers to park on one of the nearby streets, in one of The City's public parking lots located in the area, or in the parkade. For more information on parking downtown or about The City's parking cards, visit www.reddeer.ca/parking.
Who do I contact for more information?
We are available by phone and email, and encourage businesses and residents to ask us questions or pass along comments.
Residents and businesses who have questions or concerns during construction should contact The City at 403-342-8750.
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