May 2024 - Posts
Street Sweeping Operations Week of May 18 to May 24, 2024
Night Time Street Sweeping 9:00 pm to 7:00 am
From May 20 to May 23, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time street sweeping in the areas listed below.
Monday May 20 Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins North: Toke, Ross, Jubilee
Tuesday May 21 Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins North: Maclean, Theriault, College, Vimy
Wednesday May 22 Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins North: Victoria, Denise, Lonergan
Street Sweeping Operations Week of May 18 to May 24, 2024
Daytime Street Sweeping 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
From May 21 to May 24, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing street sweeping in the areas listed below.
Tuesday May 21 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Bartleman, Eyre, Churchill, Richelieu, Rochdale
Schumacher: Dwyer, Lions Crest, Les Hall, Hollinger
Wednesday May 22 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Pine (Sixth to Ross), Polaris (Rea to Dead end), Belleview, Pearl, Cameron (Theriault to dead end) Ann (Cameron to dead end), Powerline, Mcleod
Timmins North: Melrose, University, Dieppe
Thursday May 23 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Rea, Waterloo, Jade (Rea to Melrose)
Schumacher: Fourth, Aura Lake, Battachio, Boundary
Friday May 24 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins West: Fogg (Wilson to Commercial), Cloutier (Wilson to Bannerman), Clifford, Greeningdon, Bonaventure
Schumacher: Brundy, Fourth, Ponderosa, Veterans, Claimpost
Note on the Plan:
Sweeping Operations will take several weeks to complete. There is a lot of sand to pick up every year, so we ask residents to remain patient. Weather conditions and mechanical issues play a major role in how quickly Public Works can complete the sweeping operations. Heavy rain and subzero temperatures will halt operations.
Posted No Parking Signs Advising Spring Maintenance:
Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Spring Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Street Sweeping Crew to advance.
Priority Sequence for Street Sweeping Operations:
Day Operation:
Street Sweeping is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken place.
High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets);
Low density residential areas
Night Operation:
Highway sections;
High density commercial sections;
Main Arterial Routes.
Safety:
A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Public Works
Becky Cashmore
In June, much of Timmins heads outside to make active use of our natural trails, rivers, lakes, and parks … and this year, all that activity could result in a $100,000 win for the community.
The City of Timmins has signed up for the ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk, a national initiative that encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout the month of June. Canada’s Most Active Community will be awarded with $100,000 to support local physical activity and sports initiatives. What counts as physical activity? Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure, and increases heart rate and breathing.
To help rally for Timmins and win the grand prize this year, we need everyone to participate!
• Local businesses and organizations: Register today on the ParticipACTION website. Then throughout June, track the number of people getting active and the instances of physical activity to help our community compete for the title.
• Individuals: Sign up on the ParticipACTION website. Then, commit to getting active throughout June and browse different opportunities to help you move more where you live, learn and/or work!
The Community Challenge is open to everyone! All community events registered on the challenge webpage from June 1 – 30 will count toward a community’s total score. After June 30, finalist communities will be invited to submit an application explaining why they deserve to be Canada’s Most Active Community. Individuals can also sign up and get moving in support of their community’s total by getting active in June.
Why does Timmins deserve to be Canada’s Most Active Community?
“Affordable and accessible recreation is part of a safe, healthy, and vibrant community,” says Meagan Baranyk, Community Programs Manager. “Through the municipal Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, we have looked for ways to encourage physical activity in order to create a greater sense of belonging in our local neighbourhoods, and to improve overall well-being. Through the City’s Master Recreation Plan, we have tangible projects that could be helped with $100,000. I’m confident that Timmins is not only Canada’s Most Active Community, but the community who is best prepared to support local sports and recreation initiatives.”
Join the City of Timmins in the movement to build a stronger, healthier and more active Timmins! Help us become Canada’s Most Active Community!
Amanda Dyer
In June, much of Timmins heads outside to make active use of our natural trails, rivers, lakes, and parks … and this year, all that activity could result in a $100,000 win for the community.
The City of Timmins has signed up for the ParticipACTION Community Challenge presented by Novo Nordisk, a national initiative that encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout the month of June. Canada’s Most Active Community will be awarded with $100,000 to support local physical activity and sports initiatives. What counts as physical activity? Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure, and increases heart rate and breathing.
To help rally for Timmins and win the grand prize this year, we need everyone to participate!
• Local businesses and organizations: Register today on the ParticipACTION website. Then throughout June, track the number of people getting active and the instances of physical activity to help our community compete for the title.
• Individuals: Sign up on the ParticipACTION website. Then, commit to getting active throughout June and browse different opportunities to help you move more where you live, learn and/or work!
The Community Challenge is open to everyone! All community events registered on the challenge webpage from June 1 – 30 will count toward a community’s total score. After June 30, finalist communities will be invited to submit an application explaining why they deserve to be Canada’s Most Active Community. Individuals can also sign up and get moving in support of their community’s total by getting active in June.
Why does Timmins deserve to be Canada’s Most Active Community?
“Affordable and accessible recreation is part of a safe, healthy, and vibrant community,” says Meagan Baranyk, Community Programs Manager. “Through the municipal Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, we have looked for ways to encourage physical activity in order to create a greater sense of belonging in our local neighbourhoods, and to improve overall well-being. Through the City’s Master Recreation Plan, we have tangible projects that could be helped with $100,000. I’m confident that Timmins is not only Canada’s Most Active Community, but the community who is best prepared to support local sports and recreation initiatives.”
Join the City of Timmins in the movement to build a stronger, healthier and more active Timmins! Help us become Canada’s Most Active Community!
Amanda Dyer
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is declaring changes to the street sweeping schedule for the week of May 11, 2024.
Areas being affected and re-scheduled this week are: Schumacher-Father Costello Dr., Vipond.
We are disrupting street sweeping operations due to mechanical and equipment issues.
The areas that were scheduled for street sweeping and are cancelled this week will be re-scheduled for next week.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
When it comes to line painting, you can think of the 4 W's of Paint Performance: weather, winter, water-based, and wear.
The weather, the winter, the type of water- based paint we have to use, and the traffic all impact how long the lines last.
The Timmins Traffic Dept. paints 367 km's of lines each year. Plus, intersection stop bars, crosswalks, arrows, and bike lanes. It's an annual process.
The paint: It has to be water-based paint with low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's) with less impact to the environment. This is a regulation set by the province in the Ontario Traffic Manual. We buy 6,000 litres of white paint, 4,000 litres of yellow paint, and 1,000 litres of white paint for crosswalks.
Application: Water-based paint is applied when the pavement is 10°c and rising. We hit those consistent temperatures mid-May in Timmins. The paint has to be applied on a clean, dry road surface. Not when it's raining and once street sweeping has been completed. Street sweeping starts when the temperatures are consistently above freezing.
The lanes are pre-marked first. This ensures the correct position, direction, width, and length of the lines, and acts as a guide for painting. We started pre-marking main arterial roads, like Algonquin, at the end of April.
We have one lane liner machine that paints all of the main arterial and secondary roads in Timmins. We use a walk-behind paint machine for intersections and crosswalks.
Vanishing lines: Line paint wears off more quickly in the city than on the highway because of traffic patterns, frequency of lane changes, and the harsh climate. The sand and salt that Public Works uses to keep the roads clear in the winter, plus the scrape of the plow, wears the lines down, which is why line painting is an annual job.
Improvements: We like long-lasting lines too. Our Traffic Dept. has started to use thermoplastics at intersections for stop bars and turning arrows, which have a lifespan of up to 3 years. We’re also making capital investments in the Connecting Link project to add durable pavement markings on the brand-new road surface with a lifespan of 5+ years. Our staff stay up-to-date on the latest technology, application methods, and training to improve the painting process.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a water main valve replacement, which will cause a temporary water service disruption, in the following area:
Area:
• On Belanger Ave. between Rea St. South & Preston St.
Date & Time of Disruption:
• May 15, 2024 – 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Homeowners and/or businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions which can include but not limited to no water, low pressure and/or discoloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should the water be discoloured, it is advised to turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
The following municipal services will be closed or unavailable over the Victoria Day Long Weekend (May 18-20):
- Service Timmins and the Provincial Offences Centre will be closed on Victoria Day (Monday, May 20)
- Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Victoria Day will be collected on Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
- Deloro Landfill will be closed on Victoria Day
- There will be no Timmins Transit services on Victoria Day
- The Timmins Museum: NEC will be closed on Victoria Day
- Both branches of the Timmins Public Library will be closed on Victoria Day
- The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool will be closed on Victoria Day
For more information about municipal services visit www.timmins.ca or call Service Timmins at 705-264-1331.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the Public of hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas.
• Area:
Flushing fire hydrants in the Lonergan Blvd. area
• Time of Disruption:
May 14, 2024, at 8:00am-8:00pm
Homeowners and businesses may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water following the testing. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn off your tap for 10-20 minutes in order to allow the crew to complete the test. Once the test is complete and the work crew has left the area, turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins Environmental Services department wishes to advise the Public of hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas.
Area 1:
City crews will be flushing fire hydrants in Timmins South Area starting at Mattagami Blvd. South & Algonquin Blvd. West heading East to Mountjoy St. South.
• Area 2:
City crews will be flushing fire hydrants in Timmins South Area starting at Moneta Ave. heading East into Schumacher and will be flushing all hydrants in Schumacher Area.
• Time of Disruption: May 13, 2024 until June 13, 2024
Homeowners and businesses may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water following the testing. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn off your tap for 10-20 minutes in order to allow the crew to complete the test. Once the test is complete and the work crew has left the area, turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process, and advise that if there are any questions, concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331. After-hours emergencies should be directed to 705-264-1201.
Cyndee Villeneuve
Street Sweeping Operations Week of May 11 to May 17, 2024
Night Time Street Sweeping 9:00 pm to 7:00 am
From May 12 to May 16, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time street sweeping in the areas listed below.
Sunday May 12 Starting 9:00 pm:
Connecting Link: Riverside (School Rd to Shirley)
Monday May 13 Starting 9:00 pm:
Connecting Link: Riverside (Shirley to Canadian Tire lights)
Tuesday May14 Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins North: Pine N, Jubilee
Timmins North: Toke, Ross
Wednesday May 15 Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins North: Maclean, Theriault, College
Timmins North: Victoria, Denise
Street
Daytime Street Sweeping 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
From May 13 to May 17, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing street sweeping in the areas listed below.
Monday May 13 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins West: Gatineau, Christine, Chantal, Philip, Marcel
Timmins North: Hemlock (Ross to Roche), Roche, Tamarack (Ross to dead end), Spruce (Ross to Brousseau), Spruce (Hendry to dead end), Mont Sacre Coeur
Tuesday May 14 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Balsam (Sixth to dead end), Birch (Sixth to Ninth), Maple (Sixth to Ninth), Elm (Sixth to Ninth)
Timmins North: Pine (Ross to dead end), Hendry, Cedar (Jubilee to Hendry), Balsam (Jubilee to Brousseau), Birch (Jubilee to Brousseau), Maple (Jubilee to Brousseau)
Wednesday May 15 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Borden, Laurier, Floral, Crescent, Lincoln
Timmins North: Brousseau/Hamelin, Lavigne, Conrad
Thursday May 16 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Carlin, Polaris, Quartz, George, Jade (Waterloo to MacLean), Jade (Rea to Melrose)
Schumacher: Vipond, Father Costello
Friday May 17 Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Cameron (Theriault to dead end), Belleview, Hillside, O’Neil, Pearl, Mcleod, Powerline
Schumacher: Les Hall, Hollinger Lane, Dwyer, Grant
Note on the Plan:
Sweeping Operations will take several weeks to complete. There is a lot of sand to pick up every year, so we ask residents to remain patient. Weather conditions and mechanical issues play a major role in how quickly Public Works can complete the sweeping operations. Heavy rain and subzero temperatures will halt operations.
Posted No Parking Signs Advising Spring Maintenance:
Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Spring Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Street Sweeping Crew to advance.
Priority Sequence for Street Sweeping Operations:
Day Operation:
Street Sweeping is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken place.
High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets);
Low density residential areas
Night Operation:
Highway sections;
High density commercial sections;
Main Arterial Routes.
Safety:
A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Public Works
Becky Cashmore
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