Market Street Reconstruction

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The County of Brant has planned reconstruction of Market Street in Paris.

  • During phase 1, the County of Brant plans to reconstruct Market Street between Silver Street and Capron Street.
  • During phase 2, the County of Brant plans to reconstruct Broadway Street West from Capron Street to West River Street.

Along with full road reconstruction, the project includes the installation of a trunk watermain, replacement of sanitary and storm sewers, sidewalk and boulevard improvements.

The work is planned to be completed in two phases:

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The County of Brant has planned reconstruction of Market Street in Paris.

  • During phase 1, the County of Brant plans to reconstruct Market Street between Silver Street and Capron Street.
  • During phase 2, the County of Brant plans to reconstruct Broadway Street West from Capron Street to West River Street.

Along with full road reconstruction, the project includes the installation of a trunk watermain, replacement of sanitary and storm sewers, sidewalk and boulevard improvements.

The work is planned to be completed in two phases:

  • Phase 1 - Market Street in June 2022 - 2023
  • Phase 2 - Broadway Street in 2022-2023

Update for Market Street: The contractor will finish work between Capron Street and Wellington Street before the end of December. They will return in the spring to complete the final block between Wellington Street and Silver Street, and also complete boulevard restoration and final paving on the entire project.

The next phase of work planned for 2023 will include tunneling under the CN tracks at railway street to install storm sewer, watermain and sanitary sewer. The storm sewer outlet channel from Broadway Street to the Nith River will also be completed in 2023.

The third phase is planned for 2024 and will include sewer and watermain replacements and full road reconstruction along the full lengths of Broadway Street West and West River Street.

Detailed plans are available on this page listed under "Documents". 

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A Public Meeting was held on Wednesday June 29, 2022 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Council Chambers, 66 Grand River Street North, Paris ON. Thank you for your participation.


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We welcome your questions and comments about the reconstruction of Market Street in Paris.

  • Share Just got the paper in the mail regarding the start up of construction again starting April 3rd. Assuming all goes as planned, when likely, will the residents between Wellington and silver street regain access to their driveways? Understanding that the sidewalks and other grading will take place after the water main/sewage replacement, is there an estimated time frame for the time the road itself will be dug up for the watermain and sewage replacement? on Facebook Share Just got the paper in the mail regarding the start up of construction again starting April 3rd. Assuming all goes as planned, when likely, will the residents between Wellington and silver street regain access to their driveways? Understanding that the sidewalks and other grading will take place after the water main/sewage replacement, is there an estimated time frame for the time the road itself will be dug up for the watermain and sewage replacement? on Twitter Share Just got the paper in the mail regarding the start up of construction again starting April 3rd. Assuming all goes as planned, when likely, will the residents between Wellington and silver street regain access to their driveways? Understanding that the sidewalks and other grading will take place after the water main/sewage replacement, is there an estimated time frame for the time the road itself will be dug up for the watermain and sewage replacement? on Linkedin Email Just got the paper in the mail regarding the start up of construction again starting April 3rd. Assuming all goes as planned, when likely, will the residents between Wellington and silver street regain access to their driveways? Understanding that the sidewalks and other grading will take place after the water main/sewage replacement, is there an estimated time frame for the time the road itself will be dug up for the watermain and sewage replacement? link

    Just got the paper in the mail regarding the start up of construction again starting April 3rd. Assuming all goes as planned, when likely, will the residents between Wellington and silver street regain access to their driveways? Understanding that the sidewalks and other grading will take place after the water main/sewage replacement, is there an estimated time frame for the time the road itself will be dug up for the watermain and sewage replacement?

    PaulaQ asked over 1 year ago

    Hi Paula, thank you for your question. 

     

    Access to your driveway will be available intermittently throughout the duration of the next phase of construction, depending on the construction activity taking place in front of your property. If all goes as planned, we anticipate watermain, storm and sanitary sewers to be installed by the end of April. At that time, the contractor will be relocating to another area of the project and access will be restored temporarily. You could expect the contractor to return to the area between Silver Street and Wellington Street by mid-May, where they will complete the road building, including concrete curb and sidewalks. Further communication related to driveway access will be provided closer to this phase of construction.

    J. Columbus, C.E.T.

    Sr. Engineering Technologist

  • Share Are any improvements planned on Broadway St W between W River Street and Emily Street? on Facebook Share Are any improvements planned on Broadway St W between W River Street and Emily Street? on Twitter Share Are any improvements planned on Broadway St W between W River Street and Emily Street? on Linkedin Email Are any improvements planned on Broadway St W between W River Street and Emily Street? link

    Are any improvements planned on Broadway St W between W River Street and Emily Street?

    Justin asked almost 2 years ago

    Hi and thank you for your question. There are currently no plans for improvements on Broadway Street West between West River Street and Emily Street. The Section of Broadway Street West from the CN tracks to West River Street and West River Street to Mechanic Street are planned for construction in 2024. 

    J. Columbus, C.E.T.

    Senior Engineering Technologist

  • Share Thanks for responding. So the intersection at Market and Silver won't be blocked. The closure starts below this intersection continuing to Capron. on Facebook Share Thanks for responding. So the intersection at Market and Silver won't be blocked. The closure starts below this intersection continuing to Capron. on Twitter Share Thanks for responding. So the intersection at Market and Silver won't be blocked. The closure starts below this intersection continuing to Capron. on Linkedin Email Thanks for responding. So the intersection at Market and Silver won't be blocked. The closure starts below this intersection continuing to Capron. link

    Thanks for responding. So the intersection at Market and Silver won't be blocked. The closure starts below this intersection continuing to Capron.

    Susan asked over 2 years ago

    Hello,

    Correct. The intersection of Market Street and Silver Street will not be blocked for this phase of the construction. When the construction is at the intersection of Silver Street and Market, there will be daytime lane restrictions at the intersection to accommodate the connections to existing underground infrastructure. 

    Jacob Columbus, C.E.T.

    Senior Engineering Technologist

  • Share As someone who lives on market street, I’m curious about this construction running on time? Is the projected finishing date still roughly, end of December? on Facebook Share As someone who lives on market street, I’m curious about this construction running on time? Is the projected finishing date still roughly, end of December? on Twitter Share As someone who lives on market street, I’m curious about this construction running on time? Is the projected finishing date still roughly, end of December? on Linkedin Email As someone who lives on market street, I’m curious about this construction running on time? Is the projected finishing date still roughly, end of December? link

    As someone who lives on market street, I’m curious about this construction running on time? Is the projected finishing date still roughly, end of December?

    Nicole asked about 2 years ago

    Hi Nicole, thank you for your question. 

    The construction is behind schedule from what was originally anticipated, and as such, some of the work will be deferred to the spring of 2023. To be completed this year will be all underground infrastructure between Capron Street and Wellington Street, which includes sanitary sewers, storm sewers and watermain. Also included in the works to be completed this year will be curb work and base asphalt between Capron Street and Wellington Street. It is expected that the contractor will be on-site until mid/late December. The remaining section of Market Street between Wellington Street and Silver Street as well as all sidewalks and landscaping will be completed in the spring of 2023. 

    Jacob Columbus, C.E.T.

    Senior Engineering Technologist

  • Share Will there be sidewalks placed between Broadway and Capron? on Facebook Share Will there be sidewalks placed between Broadway and Capron? on Twitter Share Will there be sidewalks placed between Broadway and Capron? on Linkedin Email Will there be sidewalks placed between Broadway and Capron? link

    Will there be sidewalks placed between Broadway and Capron?

    Jamie Rich asked over 2 years ago

    Hi Jamie, thank you for your question. The provision of sidewalks between Capron Street and Broadway Street West is part of the next phase of construction, tentatively planned for 2023.

    J. Columbus

    County of Brant

  • Share Will the closure be up to Capron and up to Silver and not go through Capron and Silver? on Facebook Share Will the closure be up to Capron and up to Silver and not go through Capron and Silver? on Twitter Share Will the closure be up to Capron and up to Silver and not go through Capron and Silver? on Linkedin Email Will the closure be up to Capron and up to Silver and not go through Capron and Silver? link

    Will the closure be up to Capron and up to Silver and not go through Capron and Silver?

    Susan asked over 2 years ago

    Hi Susan – For this phase of construction, the limits will be from Capron Street to Silver Street. The contractor will be working block by block in order to minimize disruptions to residents within the immediate construction zone.  There are plans to continue with construction south of Capron Street, which is tentatively planned for 2023. There are currently no plans for any work north of Silver Street.

    J. Columbus

    County of Brant

  • Share I understand the importance of this streets needed repairs, however the time lines are a concern. This project will supposedly be started at peak summer time. The traffic through Paris is already a nightmare. I have seen this street have an increase in traffic over the last year as people use it more to avoid going through the downtown core! The Paris Fair and other events held at the fairgrounds contributes to increase traffic. With this road being closed for this amount of time, it is going to create more headaches. Perhaps this project should have been started earlier in the year!! on Facebook Share I understand the importance of this streets needed repairs, however the time lines are a concern. This project will supposedly be started at peak summer time. The traffic through Paris is already a nightmare. I have seen this street have an increase in traffic over the last year as people use it more to avoid going through the downtown core! The Paris Fair and other events held at the fairgrounds contributes to increase traffic. With this road being closed for this amount of time, it is going to create more headaches. Perhaps this project should have been started earlier in the year!! on Twitter Share I understand the importance of this streets needed repairs, however the time lines are a concern. This project will supposedly be started at peak summer time. The traffic through Paris is already a nightmare. I have seen this street have an increase in traffic over the last year as people use it more to avoid going through the downtown core! The Paris Fair and other events held at the fairgrounds contributes to increase traffic. With this road being closed for this amount of time, it is going to create more headaches. Perhaps this project should have been started earlier in the year!! on Linkedin Email I understand the importance of this streets needed repairs, however the time lines are a concern. This project will supposedly be started at peak summer time. The traffic through Paris is already a nightmare. I have seen this street have an increase in traffic over the last year as people use it more to avoid going through the downtown core! The Paris Fair and other events held at the fairgrounds contributes to increase traffic. With this road being closed for this amount of time, it is going to create more headaches. Perhaps this project should have been started earlier in the year!! link

    I understand the importance of this streets needed repairs, however the time lines are a concern. This project will supposedly be started at peak summer time. The traffic through Paris is already a nightmare. I have seen this street have an increase in traffic over the last year as people use it more to avoid going through the downtown core! The Paris Fair and other events held at the fairgrounds contributes to increase traffic. With this road being closed for this amount of time, it is going to create more headaches. Perhaps this project should have been started earlier in the year!!

    Susan Buck asked over 2 years ago

    As you stated, Market Street needs repairs and ideally this project would have started sooner in the year, however, there were circumstances that did not allow for that. While construction is taking place, through traffic will have the option to travel downtown on Grand River Street North or travel west towards Puttown Road. The County and Contractor are aware of events taking place at the fairgrounds, specifically the Paris Fair. We will do our best to accommodate increased traffic demands during these events, while also ensuring a safe construction site for workers and residents of the area. 

    J. Columbus, C.E.T.

    County of Brant

  • Share Will Market Street be completely shut down? Are you aware, if this is the case, that Grand River North will be the only north/south street in Paris which can be used? Have you considered the traffic situation density on Grand River North? Will there be left turn lights installed at William St/Grand River intersection to make that intersection flow more smoothly and safer? on Facebook Share Will Market Street be completely shut down? Are you aware, if this is the case, that Grand River North will be the only north/south street in Paris which can be used? Have you considered the traffic situation density on Grand River North? Will there be left turn lights installed at William St/Grand River intersection to make that intersection flow more smoothly and safer? on Twitter Share Will Market Street be completely shut down? Are you aware, if this is the case, that Grand River North will be the only north/south street in Paris which can be used? Have you considered the traffic situation density on Grand River North? Will there be left turn lights installed at William St/Grand River intersection to make that intersection flow more smoothly and safer? on Linkedin Email Will Market Street be completely shut down? Are you aware, if this is the case, that Grand River North will be the only north/south street in Paris which can be used? Have you considered the traffic situation density on Grand River North? Will there be left turn lights installed at William St/Grand River intersection to make that intersection flow more smoothly and safer? link

    Will Market Street be completely shut down? Are you aware, if this is the case, that Grand River North will be the only north/south street in Paris which can be used? Have you considered the traffic situation density on Grand River North? Will there be left turn lights installed at William St/Grand River intersection to make that intersection flow more smoothly and safer?

    C.mary asked over 2 years ago

    Market Street will be closed to thru-traffic for the duration of the construction project but will allow access to businesses and residents of Market Street. Unfortunately, this work will temporarily result in higher traffic volumes on Grand River Street North. Traffic signals and light timings are monitored by the County, but there is not currently a recommendation to alter the signal timing at this time.  

    J. Columbus, C.E.T.

    County of Brant

  • Share A large portion of questions have been around keeping vulnerable road users safe. There is a reply on a question about bike lanes saying the road is wide enough for cyclists and cars together. Why will there be no bike lane painted if that’s the case? It would be a great start in this town to include safety and comfort for all the cyclists in the area on this plan. Also, if there will be a cycling path on the Broadway plan for next year wouldn’t it be wise to connect it to Market. on Facebook Share A large portion of questions have been around keeping vulnerable road users safe. There is a reply on a question about bike lanes saying the road is wide enough for cyclists and cars together. Why will there be no bike lane painted if that’s the case? It would be a great start in this town to include safety and comfort for all the cyclists in the area on this plan. Also, if there will be a cycling path on the Broadway plan for next year wouldn’t it be wise to connect it to Market. on Twitter Share A large portion of questions have been around keeping vulnerable road users safe. There is a reply on a question about bike lanes saying the road is wide enough for cyclists and cars together. Why will there be no bike lane painted if that’s the case? It would be a great start in this town to include safety and comfort for all the cyclists in the area on this plan. Also, if there will be a cycling path on the Broadway plan for next year wouldn’t it be wise to connect it to Market. on Linkedin Email A large portion of questions have been around keeping vulnerable road users safe. There is a reply on a question about bike lanes saying the road is wide enough for cyclists and cars together. Why will there be no bike lane painted if that’s the case? It would be a great start in this town to include safety and comfort for all the cyclists in the area on this plan. Also, if there will be a cycling path on the Broadway plan for next year wouldn’t it be wise to connect it to Market. link

    A large portion of questions have been around keeping vulnerable road users safe. There is a reply on a question about bike lanes saying the road is wide enough for cyclists and cars together. Why will there be no bike lane painted if that’s the case? It would be a great start in this town to include safety and comfort for all the cyclists in the area on this plan. Also, if there will be a cycling path on the Broadway plan for next year wouldn’t it be wise to connect it to Market.

    meganecook asked over 2 years ago

    Thank you for your question. The new road platform for Market Street will include space for cyclists, but will not be marked as a dedicated cycle lane until the bike lane network is in place throughout this area of Paris. The Broadway Street West improvements will also include room for cyclists.

    M. Maxwell, P. Engineer

    County of Brant

  • Share Will the Broadway Street West work create a sidewalk / path connecting to the Penman’s pass trail? on Facebook Share Will the Broadway Street West work create a sidewalk / path connecting to the Penman’s pass trail? on Twitter Share Will the Broadway Street West work create a sidewalk / path connecting to the Penman’s pass trail? on Linkedin Email Will the Broadway Street West work create a sidewalk / path connecting to the Penman’s pass trail? link

    Will the Broadway Street West work create a sidewalk / path connecting to the Penman’s pass trail?

    Tim Carre asked over 2 years ago

    Yes, the road improvements planned for Broadway Street West will include a sidewalk or path. This is tentatively planned for the 2023 construction season.

    M. Maxwell, P. Engineer

    County of Brant