Jordan, Marieclaude and Fern Avenue Watermain Replacement

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The City of Niagara Falls (City) has initiated a project to complete watermain replacements on Jordan Avenue, Marieclaude Avenue and Fern Avenue (from McLeod Road to 50m south of Jill Drive). The scope of work includes watermain and water service replacements, sewer spot repairs, and sanitary lateral replacements (as needed).

A brief description of the planned work is provided below:

WATERMAINS

The existing watermains will be replaced, and the new watermains will be connected to existing watermains on Cooper Drive, Jill Drive, McLeod Road, and Fern Avenue.

  • On Jordan Avenue and Marieclaude Avenue: Existing water services will be replaced at all properties. New water services will be reconnected to the City portion at the property line. Water shut-off valves will also be replaced.
  • On Fern Avenue: Existing water services will be replaced at properties from 7264 Fern Avenue to 7519 Fern Avenue, inclusive. New water services will be reconnected to the City portion at the property line. Water shut-off valves will also be replaced.

SANITARY SEWERS

The City assessed existing sanitary laterals within the project limits and determined that many of the laterals are composed of bituminous fibre (also known as black fibre or Orangeburg pipe). Any sanitary laterals not constructed with PVC piping will be replaced within the municipal road allowance, i.e., from the mainline sewer to a new cleanout at the property line. New sewer laterals will be reconnected to the City portion at the property line.

Several sanitary laterals within the project limits were already replaced with PVC pipe during previous projects. These PVC laterals will not be replaced as part of this project.

STORM SEWER

No storm sewer work is proposed within the scope of this project. The City may complete spot repairs if deficiencies are identified during construction.

ROADWORKS

The watermain, water service, and sanitary lateral excavation will be restored to the limits of the trench. The City will look to resurface Jordan Avenue, Marieclaude Avenue, and Fern Avenue at a later date, subject to budget approval and road condition.

BOULEVARDS

Damage to boulevards will be repaired in full. Driveway aprons will be repaired with a clean cut across the driveway width, and asphalt will be restored with asphalt, concrete with concrete, etc.

Decorative or landscaping items (e.g., shrubs, hedges, fences, gardens, boulders, etc.) that encroach on City property should be removed or relocated off City property before construction. Larger plantings removed or damaged during construction, such as shrubs, hedges, trees, etc., will not be replaced; however, all efforts will be made to salvage smaller shrubs and vegetation for replanting where possible.

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

Please note that the City's construction schedule is tentative and subject to change based on coordination with Regional projects, availability of the City's Contractor, scheduling of private utility relocations, and receipt of the necessary easements, permits and approvals. The City is tentatively proposing that construction commences in spring/summer 2023, with substantial completion targeted in the fall of 2023.


Virtual Public Information Centre: Running until February 13, 2023

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is hosting a Public Information Centre (PIC) online. This virtual PIC presents information on the project, including the scope, design drawings and more.

This engagement is now closed. Thank you to all those who participated!

Questions?

The City has identified a few Frequently Asked Questions relevant to this project. Responses to these questions are posted in the sidebar.

We want to hear from you! To submit questions or comments, please use one of the following methods:

Phone: Please get in touch with the City's Project Manager, Rachel Whyte, at 905-356-7521 ext. 4359.

Online Form: Available below.

Please note that information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, please note all comments will become part of the public record.

The City of Niagara Falls (City) has initiated a project to complete watermain replacements on Jordan Avenue, Marieclaude Avenue and Fern Avenue (from McLeod Road to 50m south of Jill Drive). The scope of work includes watermain and water service replacements, sewer spot repairs, and sanitary lateral replacements (as needed).

A brief description of the planned work is provided below:

WATERMAINS

The existing watermains will be replaced, and the new watermains will be connected to existing watermains on Cooper Drive, Jill Drive, McLeod Road, and Fern Avenue.

  • On Jordan Avenue and Marieclaude Avenue: Existing water services will be replaced at all properties. New water services will be reconnected to the City portion at the property line. Water shut-off valves will also be replaced.
  • On Fern Avenue: Existing water services will be replaced at properties from 7264 Fern Avenue to 7519 Fern Avenue, inclusive. New water services will be reconnected to the City portion at the property line. Water shut-off valves will also be replaced.

SANITARY SEWERS

The City assessed existing sanitary laterals within the project limits and determined that many of the laterals are composed of bituminous fibre (also known as black fibre or Orangeburg pipe). Any sanitary laterals not constructed with PVC piping will be replaced within the municipal road allowance, i.e., from the mainline sewer to a new cleanout at the property line. New sewer laterals will be reconnected to the City portion at the property line.

Several sanitary laterals within the project limits were already replaced with PVC pipe during previous projects. These PVC laterals will not be replaced as part of this project.

STORM SEWER

No storm sewer work is proposed within the scope of this project. The City may complete spot repairs if deficiencies are identified during construction.

ROADWORKS

The watermain, water service, and sanitary lateral excavation will be restored to the limits of the trench. The City will look to resurface Jordan Avenue, Marieclaude Avenue, and Fern Avenue at a later date, subject to budget approval and road condition.

BOULEVARDS

Damage to boulevards will be repaired in full. Driveway aprons will be repaired with a clean cut across the driveway width, and asphalt will be restored with asphalt, concrete with concrete, etc.

Decorative or landscaping items (e.g., shrubs, hedges, fences, gardens, boulders, etc.) that encroach on City property should be removed or relocated off City property before construction. Larger plantings removed or damaged during construction, such as shrubs, hedges, trees, etc., will not be replaced; however, all efforts will be made to salvage smaller shrubs and vegetation for replanting where possible.

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

Please note that the City's construction schedule is tentative and subject to change based on coordination with Regional projects, availability of the City's Contractor, scheduling of private utility relocations, and receipt of the necessary easements, permits and approvals. The City is tentatively proposing that construction commences in spring/summer 2023, with substantial completion targeted in the fall of 2023.


Virtual Public Information Centre: Running until February 13, 2023

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City is hosting a Public Information Centre (PIC) online. This virtual PIC presents information on the project, including the scope, design drawings and more.

This engagement is now closed. Thank you to all those who participated!

Questions?

The City has identified a few Frequently Asked Questions relevant to this project. Responses to these questions are posted in the sidebar.

We want to hear from you! To submit questions or comments, please use one of the following methods:

Phone: Please get in touch with the City's Project Manager, Rachel Whyte, at 905-356-7521 ext. 4359.

Online Form: Available below.

Please note that information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, please note all comments will become part of the public record.

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Please note that information will be collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. With the exception of personal information, please note all comments will become part of the public record.

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    I drive school bus, and most of my Lady of Mount Carmel pick ups are on these streets . Will the bus companies be notified of closures in advance ?

    Daniel asked about 2 months ago

    Yes, bus companies will absolutely be notified in advance of road closures with enough time to plan alternate routes and pickup/drop-off locations as necessary.  Thanks so much for the question!  -RW

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