July 3, 2024
The contractor anticipates paving surface asphalt throughout Phase 1 between July 9 and July 12. Residents will encounter minor delays as the paving operation progresses. The contractor will close Innisfil Street to through traffic to assist with the paving operation. View the road closure map.
The new street lights are now operational. If residents have any concerns, please reach out to the project contacts on this webpage.
After the paving is completed, the contractor will perform minor restorations around the site. Residents who live in Phase 1 should not anticipate any more delays or disruptions from the construction.
June 19, 2024
Phase 1 is nearing completion. All work apart from surface asphalt and energizing new streetlights has been completed.
The contractor will attend site to water the sod; however any watering assistance from residents will help the chances of the sod establishing and surviving. Surface asphalt is expected to be placed by mid-July.
The project team thanks all the affected residents for your patience during construction.
May 13, 2024
New sidewalk pouring in phase 1 is wrapping up. The contractor is preparing driveways for asphalt restoration and continuing to place topsoil throughout. Residents can expect driveway paving to begin later this week. The City will distribute driveway disruption notices to affected residents.
Phase 1 is still on track to be completed by the end of June 2024.
April 19, 2024
The contractor anticipates pouring new sidewalks on John Street, Frederick Street and Robert Street, starting the week of April 22. Some driveway disruptions can be expected during the sidewalk installations. The City will distribute disruption notices to affected residents ahead of time. Residents can anticipate minor delays while travelling through site.
Phase 1 construction is expected to be completed by the end of June 2024.
March 25, 2024
Full closures of John Street, Frederick Street, and Robert Street are set to begin this week and continue through the middle of July. Access for residents and emergency services within the closures will be maintained.
March 19, 2024
The start of spring means it is time to continue construction. We expect the contractor to return to site during the week of March 25. From March 25 to July 19, short-term lane closures on Innisfil Street between Brock and Dufferin will be required. The road will remain open to through traffic.
Closures of John Street, Frederick Street, and Robert Street will be required this construction season, with access to residences and businesses being maintained or redirected. More details will be provided once available.
The contractor will begin work on Innisfil Street, John Street, Frederick Street, and Robert Street with the trenching and installation of new street light cables. The road crews will follow shortly behind to continue installing sidewalk throughout the remainder of phase 1 (John Street, Frederick Street, Robert Street).
December 15, 2023
The phase one roads are re-opened for the winter. All roads have new concrete curb, and new base asphalt. New sidewalk has been installed on Innisfil Street. Temporary asphalt was used to restore sidewalks and driveways for the winter months.
The contractor will return to the phase one area in spring 2024 to complete the sidewalks throughout, construct the turn-around at the end of Frederick Street, install new street lighting throughout, restore all disturbed lawns with topsoil and sod, and pave surface asphalt throughout.
We thank everyone who has been affected by the construction for their understanding and cooperation during this project. The 2023 Wrap-up Information Bulletin will be distributed to nearby residents in early January.
November 20, 2023
Phase one is progressing well. The new concrete curbs are being completed. Base asphalt placement throughout the phase one roads is scheduled for later this week. These roads will remain closed to through traffic until December 15, so the contractor can install some sidewalk, and perform restorations for the winter. View closure details on map.
The contractor will return in spring 2024 to complete the remainder of phase one, including new street lighting, new sidewalks, and final surface asphalt.
October 17, 2023
Phase one work is progressing on schedule. The below roads continue to be closed to through traffic for the remainder of construction (through December 15, 2023). Details available at barrie.ca/RoadClosures:
- John Street (Innisfil Street to Bradford Street)
- Innisfil Street (Brock Street to Vespra Street)
- Frederick Street (Innisfil Street to end)
- Robert Street (Frederick Street to John Street)
The contractor is currently installing new storm sewers throughout the above areas and is working to commission the watermain. Commissioning the watermain involves very detailed procedures to ensure the new watermain is filled and cleaned to provide efficient delivery of clean and safe water to residents.
The contractor will be performing lane closures on Bradford Street between October 18–21 to install a new storm sewer. Two way traffic on Bradford Street at John Street will be maintained, with a single lane passing at a time.
We anticipate minor service disruptions during the course of the work. The City will provide advanced notice for any scheduled water disruptions at the affected resident's door. If you experience a disruption in your phone/TV/internet service, please contact your provider for the fastest resolution.
September 8, 2023
Phase one work is progressing on schedule. The following roads will be closed to through traffic for the remainder of construction (through December 15, 2023):
- John Street (Innisfil Street to Bradford Street)
- Innisfil Street (Brock Street to Vespra Street)
- Frederick Street (Innisfil Street to end)
- Robert Street (Frederick Street to John Street)
Local residents can expect minor disruptions when driving through site. Your patience is appreciated.
The contractor is first installing new sanitary sewer, followed by new watermains, then new storm sewers.
We anticipate minor service disruptions during the course of the work. The City will provide advanced notice for any scheduled water disruptions at the affected resident's door. If you experience a disruption in your phone/TV/internet service, please contact your provider for the fastest resolution.
August 24, 2023
The work along John Street (Innisfil Street to Bradford Street) is progressing well.
The work on Innisfil Street (Brock Street to Vespra Street) will begin next week and will require a full road closure. The work is scheduled from August 28 to December 15, 2023. The contractor will begin by removing asphalt and installing new sanitary sewers.
July 31, 2023
The contractor requires a full closure of John Street (Innisfil Street to Bradford Street). The work is scheduled from August 8 to December 1, 2023. Details are posted at barrie.ca/RoadClosures. The contractor will begin by removing asphalt and installing new sanitary sewers. Please avoid parking on John Street during construction.
July 26, 2023
The contractor has installed the dewatering system on John Street (Innisfil Street to Bradford Street). The City has taken water samples and the necessary requirements of dewatering are being worked through before the system can be activated.
The contractor anticipates closing John Street (Innisfil Street to Bradford Street) during the week of July 31. Details will be posted at barrie.ca/RoadClosures. The contractor will begin by removing asphalt and installing new sanitary sewers.
Please avoid parking on John Street during construction.
June 21, 2023
The contractor has mobilized to site and is installing the dewatering system. The system is comprised of numerous wells on John Street, where water is drawn into a large settlement tank at the corner of John Street and Sanford Street. Due to a high water table in the Brock Park Neighbourhood, dewatering is necessary to allow the new sewers to be installed in dry conditions.
The contractor anticipates closing John Street between Bradford Street and Innisfil Street during the first week of July to remove asphalt and install new sanitary sewers.
Pre-condition inspections are being completed, at no cost to the residents. Please read the notice that was distributed and book your inspection if you have not already done so.
Remember to mark any sprinkler systems you have have in the boulevard that could be affected by construction.
May 2, 2023
A May 2023 Information Bulletin is being distributed to all affected residents in the neighbourhood. Phase 1 construction is anticipated to begin late May. The contractor has retained the consulting firm OZA Inspections Ltd. to undertake a pre-condition inspection; a review of structure and building conditions prior to the commencement of work. These inspections are anticipated to begin in the coming weeks. These inspections will be undertaken only with impacted residents' permission and there is no cost to the resident. Please remember to mark any sprinkler systems you may have in the boulevard that could be affected by construction.
