Press release. The City and the Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) are investigating the discovery of at least six 45-gallon drums filled with an unknown liquid. The City is working closely with the MOECC to ensure the area is safe and there is no threat to public safety. “As of this […]
Category: Traffic Management
Unknown liquid unearthed during construction near Wellington Street
Press release Yesterday morning, crews working on the construction of the Paisley-Clythe feedermain discovered two 45-gallon drums buried underground. While digging a trench for a new watermain, one of the two barrels was punctured, releasing an unknown liquid. The Ontario Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change (MOECC) was notified immediately. The leak was contained quickly, […]
Ward 2 Townhall: Info regarding overnight parking & winter control
From AVH Winter parking discussion with City of Guelph public works officials regarding snow removal. Where: Evergreen Centre on Woolwich St. Date: Tuesday September 16 Time: 7pm Hope to see everyone there. Thank you, Councillors VanHellemond & Findlay
St. Georges Square Redesign
A resident’s comments. For some time I followed the reports on a redevelopment of St. Georges Square. At first, I thought that this was simply a brainstorming idea, until I realized that the planning department and council is serious on moving forward with this plan. Strange, no sooner the perimeter of the space is finally […]
South end construction, closures and detours
Press release. Construction projects along Gordon Street in Guelph’s south end will start today as the City continues improving infrastructure and road conditions. Gordon Street between Edinburgh Road South and Arkell Road has been reduced to one lane in each direction. The City expects to finish installing underground water, wastewater and utility services for the […]
Safe Semester starts August 29 in downtown Guelph
Press release. The project is designed to create a safe and enjoyable environment for downtown patrons including the influx of students who settle in Guelph each year. “With the start of each new school year, we see a significant increase in activity in our community,” says Deputy Chief of Police, Jeff DeRuyter. “In response to […]
2014 Safe Semester Program
Staff memo. The City, in partnership with the Downtown Guelph Business Association, University of Guelph and several downtown businesses is undertaking the Safe Semester program again this year. The program will run every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday night from August 29 until September 28. During the program the public can expect the following between 11 […]
Woodlawn Road bridge opens ahead of schedule
Press release. The Woodlawn Road bridge, between Woolwich Street and Victoria Road, opened yesterday, one week earlier than expected. As part of the City’s Annual Asphalt Program, the bridge on Woodlawn Road was closed on August 11 to facilitate the replacement of the bridge deck—which involved removal of existing asphalt, waterproofing and repaving. “To ensure […]
Woodlawn Road bridge closed August 11-22
Press release. The Woodlawn Road bridge between Woolwich Street and Victoria Road will be closed to through traffic beginning Monday, August 11 at 9 a.m., for approximately two weeks. As part of the City’s Annual Asphalt Program, the bridge on Woodlawn Road, will close to facilitate the replacement of the bridge deck. The bridge is […]
Thank you from Downey Rd.
A resident’s comments. To all members of Council. Thank you very much for your attention and discussion last evening concerning the traffic, bike lanes, parking and pedestrian access on Downey Road. We appreciated that you understand our concerns and look forward to a satisfactory resolution to all the issues raised last evening. And a special […]