Fenelon Falls is preparing for a major downtown reconstruction as crews begin to prepare the area this week. The project, which involves a reconstruction of both underground infrastructure and streetscape design along Colborne Street, will be done in phases, with an anticipated completion date of late fall 2021.
The work takes place along Colborne Street, between Bond Street and Water Street, just north of the bridge. Kawartha Lakes has awarded the construction contract to Coco Paving Inc. The goal of the project is to not disrupt Fenelon Falls during the busier summer months and allow full access to the businesses in the area.
The project involves full road reconstruction including watermain, storm sewer, and sanitary sewer replacement, new curb and gutter and streetscape improvements.
The infrastructure in downtown Fenelon is over 60 years old. Underground utilities, such as the storm sewer, sanitary sewer and watermain systems are outdated and need replacing. At the same time, construction will address the road, sidewalk, landscaping and walkability features of the area.
Road reconstruction:
- Between Bond Street and Water Street
- Underground replacement of storm sewer, sanitary sewer and watermain
- Concrete curb and gutter work
- Dedicated right and left turn lanes added
- New furnishing and pedestrian walkways
Phase one will occur between March and May 2021, with work coming to a halt May long weekend. Phase two will resume Labour Day weekend in September and will continue into late fall, until the project is complete.
Municipal staff will be visiting businesses along the construction zone to notify them of any upcoming disruptions to service (such as water access) and respond to any concerns they may have while the work is being completed.