Fourth Street/Gibson Street Upgrades

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THIS PROJECT IS COMPLETE

In fall 2024, the District of Tofino completed an infrastructure improvement project along sections of Fourth Street and Gibson Street. This project aims to enhance the town's infrastructure, ensuring safety, connectivity, and environmental sustainability.

Key Project Components

Fourth Street Watermain Replacement:

  • Reason: The existing asbestos cement (AC) watermain, installed in 1960, has reached the end of its useful life, as evidenced by frequent and severe watermain breaks.
  • Solution: The AC water main will be replaced with a modern 200mm (8”) PVC water main, increasing water conveyance capacity, resilience to breaks and leaks, and adherence to contemporary standards.
  • Benefits: Enhanced water flow, reduced maintenance costs, and minimized risk of failure, particularly during peak summer months.

Pedestrian Improvements:

  • Sidewalk Development: A new 1.5-meter-wide sidewalk will be constructed to connect Wickaninnish Community School and the new daycare to Campbell Street.
  • Safety and Connectivity: The raised sidewalk will link to existing sidewalks on Fourth Street and Malon Lane, providing a safe route for pedestrians, including children, from downtown to suburban areas. This route will feature drop-down curb ramps and painted crosswalks for improved accessibility.
  • Drainage Improvement: Drainage along Fourth Street will be improved through adjusted catch basins, curbs, and slope considerations.

Environmental Considerations:

  • Floral Relocation: Existing floral features will be relocated and reused in the public right-of-way.
  • Wildlife Protection: Bird nesting surveys and amphibian sweeps will be conducted as needed.
  • Erosion Control: A sediment and erosion control plan will be implemented to protect the environment during construction.

Project Details:

  • Budget: Approximately $1,025,000
  • Funding Sources:
    • C&I Levy Road
    • C&I Levy Water
    • Development Cost Charges (DCC’s) for Road and Water
  • Completion Date: Fall 2024
  • Traffic and Water Service Disruptions: Expect minor delays with single-lane alternating traffic and 10-15 minute delays during full road closures for water main tie-ins and crossings.

THIS PROJECT IS COMPLETE

In fall 2024, the District of Tofino completed an infrastructure improvement project along sections of Fourth Street and Gibson Street. This project aims to enhance the town's infrastructure, ensuring safety, connectivity, and environmental sustainability.

Key Project Components

Fourth Street Watermain Replacement:

  • Reason: The existing asbestos cement (AC) watermain, installed in 1960, has reached the end of its useful life, as evidenced by frequent and severe watermain breaks.
  • Solution: The AC water main will be replaced with a modern 200mm (8”) PVC water main, increasing water conveyance capacity, resilience to breaks and leaks, and adherence to contemporary standards.
  • Benefits: Enhanced water flow, reduced maintenance costs, and minimized risk of failure, particularly during peak summer months.

Pedestrian Improvements:

  • Sidewalk Development: A new 1.5-meter-wide sidewalk will be constructed to connect Wickaninnish Community School and the new daycare to Campbell Street.
  • Safety and Connectivity: The raised sidewalk will link to existing sidewalks on Fourth Street and Malon Lane, providing a safe route for pedestrians, including children, from downtown to suburban areas. This route will feature drop-down curb ramps and painted crosswalks for improved accessibility.
  • Drainage Improvement: Drainage along Fourth Street will be improved through adjusted catch basins, curbs, and slope considerations.

Environmental Considerations:

  • Floral Relocation: Existing floral features will be relocated and reused in the public right-of-way.
  • Wildlife Protection: Bird nesting surveys and amphibian sweeps will be conducted as needed.
  • Erosion Control: A sediment and erosion control plan will be implemented to protect the environment during construction.

Project Details:

  • Budget: Approximately $1,025,000
  • Funding Sources:
    • C&I Levy Road
    • C&I Levy Water
    • Development Cost Charges (DCC’s) for Road and Water
  • Completion Date: Fall 2024
  • Traffic and Water Service Disruptions: Expect minor delays with single-lane alternating traffic and 10-15 minute delays during full road closures for water main tie-ins and crossings.

  • Project Update: September 13, 2024

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    Beginning Monday, September 16, 2024, construction activities will begin on the Fourth and Gibson Street upgrades project, aiming to enhance infrastructure, safety, and connectivity in these areas.

    Underground utility installations on Gibson Street will begin on September 16, 2024, and are expected to be completed by September 30, 2024. Following this, construction will shift to Fourth Street, with completion anticipated by October 31, 2024.

    In preparation for the pedestrian improvements, some well-established vegetation along Fourth Street will need to be relocated. District staff will carefully manage the removal, transport, and replanting of this vegetation.

    During the project, adjacent properties on Gibson and Fourth Streets will experience a minor disruption to their water service, lasting up to half a day. The exact timing of this disruption will be confirmed closer to the date.

    Please note that pay parking in the Gibson & Fourth Street areas may be impacted.

    Beginning Monday, September 16, 2024, construction activities will begin on the Fourth and Gibson Street upgrades project, aiming to enhance infrastructure, safety, and connectivity in these areas.

    Underground utility installations on Gibson Street will begin on September 16, 2024, and are expected to be completed by September 30, 2024. Following this, construction will shift to Fourth Street, with completion anticipated by October 31, 2024.

    In preparation for the pedestrian improvements, some well-established vegetation along Fourth Street will need to be relocated. District staff will carefully manage the removal, transport, and replanting of this vegetation.

    During the project, adjacent properties on Gibson and Fourth Streets will experience a minor disruption to their water service, lasting up to half a day. The exact timing of this disruption will be confirmed closer to the date.

    Please note that pay parking in the Gibson & Fourth Street areas may be impacted.

  • Report to Council: September 10, 2024

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    The presentation begins at 20:40

    Council authorized the Fourth & Gibson Street Water Main Replacement & Pedestrian Improvements contract to Sproat Lake Contracting Ltd. for $987,000 and approved a budget increase for the project to $1,175,460.

    The presentation begins at 20:40

    Council authorized the Fourth & Gibson Street Water Main Replacement & Pedestrian Improvements contract to Sproat Lake Contracting Ltd. for $987,000 and approved a budget increase for the project to $1,175,460.