Project Outcomes
The Southwest Sewer Upgrade Project (Contract 1 to Contract 5) involves the construction of approximately 4.5 km of large diameter sewer pipeline. The benefits of this project include:
- Preparing for growth in order to welcome new residents and opportunities.
- Reducing raw sewage bypasses to the environment.
- Reducing basement flooding incidents.
- Accommodating future population growth.
Contract 1 involves the construction of approximately 650 m of large diameter sewer pipeline and several concrete chambers. The benefits of Contract 1 include:
- Providing additional storage in the City’s wastewater collection system.
- Providing wastewater collection system overflow capacity.
- Setting the pace and establishing a solid foundation for subsequent contracts.
Traffic Restrictions
Starting in August 2024, there may be restrictions to Rick Hansen Optimist Park users and drivers using the intersection of McCarthy and Brunskill-Dewdney.
Traffic restrictions are expected to be in place for one month and will be divided into multiple phases involving reducing speeds to 30 km per hour and reducing traffic to one lane in both directions.
The City will advise residents of any traffic restrictions as work progresses. Watch for signs and use caution.
Construction Location and Timeline
2024-2025 (Contract 1): McCarthy Boulevard Pumping Station, A.E. Wilson Park, Rick Hansen playground parking lot, and McCarthy Boulevard.
2025-2026 (Contract 2): Wascana Creek, Kent Street, Dewdney Avenue and Government of Canada Land.
2026-2027 (Contract 3): Government of Canada Land, Royal Regina Golf Club, Canadian Pacific (CP) Railway and 13th Avenue (using trenchless technology).
2027-2028 (Contract 4): Rambler Park.
2028-2029 (Contract 5): Sandra Schmirler Way, Lewvan Drive, Former Craig Golf Course and Regina Avenue.
Investment
The Southwest Sewer Upgrade Project - Contract 1: approximately $13 million.
Total investment for Contract 1 to 5: approximately $100 million.
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Accessible Pedestrian Signals (APS), inform pedestrians who are blind or visually impaired when they have the right-of-way to cross at a signalized intersection.
Accessible Pedestrian Signals use two audible tones with the visual pedestrian signals to designate the direction of the pedestrian right-of-way. For the north/south right-of-way, the ‘cuckoo’ audible tone is sounded, and for the east/west right-of-way, the ‘chirp’ audible tone is sounded.
The APS units are also equipped with vibro-tactile features for pedestrians who are deaf or hard of hearing. Raised arrows on the APS indicate the crossing direction of the unit, which then vibrates in combination with the audible tone to indicate right-of-way for that crossing.
APS also use a ‘locator tone’ to assist pedestrians in locating the pushbutton. This tone currently varies between units as either a ‘beeping’ or a ‘ticking’ sounds.
The City of Regina has 69 intersections equipped with APS. As part of its vision to be an inclusive and accessible community, the City is committed to retrofitting six signalized intersections with APS each year. Any newly signalized intersections with pedestrian access are automatically installed with APS.
To request a location for APS installation, please contact Service Regina at 306 777-7000 or use our online request form. Requested locations are prioritized using criteria, such as intersection configuration and safety, pedestrian and vehicle volumes, and proximity to public transit and various pedestrian destinations.