James Street South, between Victoria Avenue and Donald Street, will be closed in both directions for storm sewer work, watermain work, the addition of bike lanes, and road resurfacing. Construction starts tomorrow, Wednesday, May 18. Sidewalks will remain open during construction

Construction is expected to take approximately eight weeks up to complete.

Drivers are asked to take alternate routes, use extra caution, and obey all posted signage when travelling near the construction area.

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Contact:       Brian Newman– Project Engineer, Engineering Division, 625-2521