Work Begins on Downtown Streetscape

Woodstock – Advanced notification signs have been installed and work is scheduled to begin on March 24 for Phase 1 of the Downtown Streetscape. Dundas Street will be closed to vehicles between Victoria Street and Museum Square, however pedestrian access will be maintained and businesses remain open.

“This project has been a long time coming and we’re excited to finally be getting underway,” said Kerry Baird, Downtown Development Officer. “We know construction is never easy, but we are confident the improvements will create a more flexible, comfortable downtown for everyone.”

The project will address maintenance and accessibility concerns by removing the existing surface materials (asphalt, concrete, paving stones and lighting) and replacing with new asphalt, including textured asphalt sidewalks, rolled curbs, new lighting and new street furniture. 

Phase 1 includes the section of Dundas Street from Wellington Street to Riddell Street. The work is expected to take approximately 13 weeks and detours will be in effect. A number of transit routes are also affected and temporary stops will be in place around the construction zone. Drivers are asked to respect posted detours and closures to keep everyone safe.

Find project updates, detour routes and where to park when you come downtown at www.cityofwoodstock.ca/streetscape