Night work on Simcoe Street in Oshawa

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises that a portion of Simcoe Street (Regional Road 2) will be under construction beginning next week.

When: Work is scheduled to begin on June 24 and should be complete by August 30. There will be lane restrictions for the duration of the project, and overnight work will take place on weeknights between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.

Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.

Where: Simcoe Street, from just north of Robert Street to Russet Avenue, in the City of Oshawa.

Why: Road resurfacing work includes curb and gutter replacements, sidewalk replacements and paving. Overnight work will minimize impact on traffic and local businesses, while protecting worker safety.

Note: Access to local businesses will be maintained during business hours.

The Region realizes that the work is disruptive, and will make every effort to complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise caution for the safety of pedestrians, cyclists and work crews.

For more information about Regional construction, design and environmental assessment projects, visit durham.ca/WorksProjects.

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