Alpha Street Set to Re-Open on Monday, November 25, On Budget and Ahead of Schedule

The City of Owen Sound is excited to announce the completion of the Alpha Street Reconstruction Project, which will see the full reopening of Alpha Street on Monday, November 25, 2024.  Completed on budget and ahead of schedule, this significant $5.2 million capital project marks a major investment in the City’s infrastructure and quality of life for residents.

Bus stops, including Owen Sound Transit and school bus pick-up and drop-off locations, temporarily re-routed during the project, will return to their usual routes starting Monday, December 2, 2024.

This transformative project, made possible in part by funding from the Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF), was undertaken by Moorefield Excavating Ltd. of Harriston, Ontario.  The project included substantial improvements to utilities, accessibility, and safety, such as:

• Upgraded underground infrastructure: the replacement and enhancement of watermain and sanitary sewer systems to support long-term reliability;
• Improved road geometry: a smoother road surface and safer driving experience with better sightlines;
• Active transportation route: a continuous three-metre-wide asphalt path for bicycles, mobility devices and pedestrians, complemented by multiple accessible rest areas;
• Enhanced landscaping, including the planting of approximately 30 new trees;
• Upgraded pedestrian crossings, including one equipped with flashing lights;
• Modernized street lighting for improved visibility for pedestrians and vehicles alike.

The City extends its gratitude to residents for their patience and cooperation throughout the project.  To keep the community informed, updates were provided via a dedicated project webpage at OwenSound.ca/AlphaStreet, supplementing the initial project newsletter distributed to local households.

For more information about the project, please visit OwenSound.ca/AlphaStreet.

For more information, please contact Lara Widdifield, Director of Public Works and Engineering, at 519-376-4440 ext. 1210 or email lwiddifield@owensound.ca

Quotes:

“The completion of the Alpha Street Reconstruction Project, on time and on budget, is a testament to the City’s commitment to investing in essential infrastructure and enhancing our community’s connectivity and livability.  We are proud to celebrate this milestone and look forward to the positive impact these improvements will have for years to come.”

-      Mayor Ian Boddy

Quick Facts:

• The total Alpha Street Reconstruction Project budget is $5.2 million, partially funded by an OCIF grant.
• All school transportation questions can be directed to the Grey Bruce Student Transportation Consortium.  They can be contacted by phone at 226-257-1000 or by email at contact@stscgb.ca
• For the latest information relating to Owen Sound Transit routes and schedules, check the Transit app or the City’s website.

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