Guelph Street, Western Avenue, Rosewood Avenue, Drew Street, Ridgewood Avenue, Cannon Street, and Gowdy Avenue
Notice date: July 22, 2024
Updated: November 21, 2024
Guelph Street: Willow Road to Paisley Road
Western Avenue: Guelph Street to Paisley Road
Rosewood Avenue: Western Avenue to Paisley Road
Drew Street: Rosewood Avenue to Guelph Street
Ridgewood Avenue: Paisley Road to North End
Cannon Street: Ridgewood Avenue to Rosewood Avenue
Gowdy Avenue: Sleeman Avenue to Ridgewood Avenue
Progress update & 2-week outlook:
Guelph Street
- Milling (removal of existing asphalt) starting November 25
- Base & surface asphalt paving to start around November 26 and to be completed November 29
- Concrete repairs completed
Drew Street
- Milling (removal of existing asphalt) starting November 25
- Base asphalt paving week of November 25
- Surface asphalt paving week of December 2
- Concrete repairs completed
Rosewood Avenue
- Surface asphalt paving week of November 25
- Structure Adjustments in progress
- Base asphalt Placement Competed
Parking on Rosewood Avenue will be maintained for school drop-off/pick up purposes.
Western Avenue / Ridgewood Avenue / Gowdy Avenue / Cannon Street
- Surface asphalt paving week of December 2
- Structure adjustments in progress
- Base asphalt placement completed
We will keep you informed of any schedule changes.
About the project
The City of Guelph has contracted Brantco Construction to undertake road resurfacing repairs for the above noted streets. Construction work will involve repairing concrete curbs and sidewalks, adjusting of storm grates, manholes, and valves, as well as repairing the roadway asphalt.
This project is part of the City’s Annual Paving Program. More information about this program can be found on the City’s website – Annual Paving Program.
Construction duration
Completion of road resurfacing for the entire area is anticipated by December 13, 2024.
Updates about this project can be found on the City’s Construction webpage or you can email the staff contact directly, [email protected].
Lane reductions
Lane reductions can be expected throughout the duration of the project, Brantco Construction will be directing traffic during lane reductions. Please be courteous and follow the contractor’s direction to ensure everyone’s safety on site.
Pedestrian access
Pedestrian access will be maintained for the duration of the construction project. Brantco Construction will be repairing sidewalks in phases to ensure pedestrian passage during the construction.
Property access
There may be temporary impacts to driveways and laneways during construction. Every effort will be made to maintain access during working hours (7 a.m.–7 p.m.) If there are any concerns about parking access, contact [email protected].
City services
There will be no interruption to any City services during construction.
Waste collection will not be affected. Please continue to place your waste carts at the curb, as per your regular schedule.
Leaf collection will not be affected. Please do not rake loose leaves to the roadway until the anticipated pick-up date, commencing week of November 11.
For more information on leaf collection, visit guelph.ca/leaves.
Private driveways
Be aware of solicitation during construction, Brantco Construction does not provide quotes for private driveways and will not approach residences suggesting their driveway require repair or paving. If approached and unsure, please feel free to contact the city staff contact listed below.
Map of construction area
The City appreciates your patience, understanding and co-operation during this important construction project. Any updates regarding road closures will be posted on guelph.ca/construction.
For more information
For more information about the project, or if you require this document to be provided in an alternative format as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), please contact:
Marko Deric, Construction Contract Administrator
Engineering and Transportation Services
City of Guelph
519-766-5631
TTY 519-826-9771
[email protected]