Executive summary
- The South Service Road Renewal project will replace the existing deteriorated asphalt surface with a new full depth asphalt pavement surface, as well as provide a new concrete sidewalk.
- The storm drainage system will be improved by adding several catchbasins and ditch inlets along the roadway corridor to manage surface water run-off.
- The existing streetlights at the South Service Road and Harvester Road intersection will be replaced with high performance and energy efficient LED Luminaires.
- This project will improve the quality of vehicular transportation and connectivity of the City’s pedestrian network in alignment with the Integrated Mobility Plan.
- Construction is anticipated to start in June and be completed in November 2022.
Climate implications
- This project supports active transportation through the provision of a new sidewalk along the South Service Road extending from Harvester Road to Century Drive.
- It will form a key connection between local businesses along the South Service Road corridor and other transportation networks in the surrounding area including Burlington Transit and Metrolinx Go Transit.
- This new facility will create opportunity for pedestrians to use an alternative mode of transportation and can decrease reliance on the single occupancy vehicle, resulting in a reduction of vehicle emissions.