November 07, 2013

As crews continue moving underground telecommunications, work on the second segment will begin on the south side of Highway 7 West, between the CN Bridgeand Keele Street.

Dates: Work begins on November 11, for approximately 16 weeks*
Hours of work: 7am to 7pm
Work locations: Crews will be working on the boulevards and in the curb lanes along the south side of Highway 7, from the CN Bridge to east of Keele Street.

description of work:

Crews will be digging an open trench that will encase telecommunication wires [duct bank] underground and re-building underground maintenance holes, along the south side of Highway 7 West.

what impacts will there be?

• There will be temporary eastbound curb lane closures along Highway 7 West from the CN Bridge to east of Keele Street. There will also be a temporary southbound curb lane closure at the Keele Street intersection.
• Wherever possible, sidewalks will remain open. If a sidewalk is closed, directional signage will be on site to guide pedestrians.
• Access will be maintained to driveways in work areas.
• Some bus stop relocations will be required for this work. Where bus stops are affected, directional signs will guide pedestrians to the nearest open bus stop.
• Traffic control staff and paid duty officers will be on site as required.
• There will be construction-related noise from equipment and trucks.
• Some weekend work may be required.

Thank you for your patience during this time. If you have any questions about the rapidway project, please call:

Carrie Slattery
Community Liaison
Telephone: 905.886.6767 Ext.1129
Cell: 289.716.0091
Email: carrie.slattery@york.ca

* Please note: As with other road construction projects, some work may be rescheduled due to weather. We’ll provide advance notice whenever possible.