Loyalist Township is making infrastructure upgrades in Odessa West, including Battery Street, Emma Street, Cross Street, South Street, and Bridge Street. A copy of the design drawings is posted below, along with other project-related information and updates. The multi-year construction project started in early summer 2023, and was largely completed in 2024. Final landscaping and deficiencies correction will take place in the spring of 2025.
These upgrades are expected to result in:
- Reduced service interruptions;
- Improved right-of-way drainage;
- A preserved road base and longer-lasting asphalt surface;
- Upgraded water infrastructure for better reliability in the future.
Current Project Update:
April 23, 2025: This month our project staff compiled a list of project deficiencies, largely related to landscaping. The list has been shared with our contractor who will return to complete landscaping this spring. Topsoil will be placed immediately before the area is hydro-seeded, to ensure the new grass can establish itself and discourage weed growth. If you have concerns or questions about landscaping or other aspects of the project, please contact Joe Gratton, Project Supervisor, as soon as possible.
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December 19, 2024: The project is nearing completion. We have replaced all watermain infrastructure, constructed a new stormwater system, and reconstructed the roadways including a new asphalt surface. Work is now wrapping up for the construction season. Soon the project will be put on hold for the winter, and the contractor will back in the spring to finish outstanding seasonal items and address any deficiencies. We ask that affected residents contact the project supervisor, Joe Gratton, as early as possible in the spring if you have concerns with landscaping or any other aspects of the reconstruction. October 21, 2024: The Odessa West Drainage Project is progressing well as we work to improve the area’s infrastructure and drainage systems. Significant milestones have been reached, including completing all underground utility installations on South Street, where curbs, gutters, and asphalt paving are now being prepared. Landscaping efforts have begun on Cross and Battery Streets, with topsoil and hydroseeding applied in some sections. While certain areas are nearing completion, others remain in progress. Work on replacing the underground water main on West Street will continue throughout the fall, with landscaping after the infrastructure is in place. The final phases of construction, including curb and asphalt paving, will continue in stages. Property landscaping has started in some areas, and property owners will be provided with instructions on caring for newly restored landscapes. We anticipate that the major work will be completed by the end of 2024, though some work will extend into early 2025, depending on weather conditions. Traffic patterns will remain largely the same, with minimal disruptions expected, though we encourage residents to allow extra time when travelling through work zones. If you have any concerns regarding your property, such as issues with grass seeding or drainage slopes, please don’t hesitate to contact our project team. Your feedback is essential for addressing any issues before the project’s final completion. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we implement these important improvements. Please continue to check this webpage for updates or contact our team directly for more information or to report any concerns. March 28, 2024: The Township's contractor, K. Mulrooney Trucking, is preparing to continue the watermain, road, and storm sewer reconstruction. 2024's construction season will begin with the section of Bridge Street between Emma and Main, and households in this section will be transitioned to temporary water as soon as temperatures allow. Additional information regarding temporary water will be provided to residents as needed in your location. As the project progresses, traffic detours will be necessary and will shift gradually to accommodate work locations. The contractor will be instructed to maintain access to all driveways; however, circumstances may cause temporary access restrictions. If this is to occur, the contractor will contact affected residents individually to plan for any closures and make every attempt to accommodate special circumstances. Remember to sign up for the project email list to get email updates. If you have concerns please contact the Project Supervisor, Joe Gratton by email or by phone at 613-386-7351, ext. 172#. November 15, 2023: As the relocation of utility poles on Emma Street has been completed, the contractor has remobilized onsite and is continuing work on Emma. The work will continue as long as weather conditions allow, after which the contractor will shut down until 2024. As the weather turns cooler, construction will generally continue as long as weather conditions allow. We will remain in contact with residents throughout the fall months as the project progresses. September 28, 2023: Since construction began at the south end of Bridge Street earlier this summer, the contractor has placed new storm sewers and watermain along Bridge Street north of Emma, and is currently working on the realignment of Emma Street, including placing watermain, storm and sanitary sewers, and coordinating with Bell, Hydro One, and Enbridge for the relocation of service poles, wires, and gas mains. Shortly the contractor will start hydroseeding disturbed grassy areas and reinstating driveways. We will provide hydroseed and asphalt care information to affected residents. June 23, 2023: Township staff and the contractor are preparing for construction to get underway. Construction is expected to begin the first week of July. Residents and neighbourhood visitors may notice preliminary activity during the week of June 26. A notice with this information has been hand-delivered to all residents in the project area. June 6, 2023: Project staff are currently finalizing contract details with the contractor. Residents in the affected area may soon start to see evidence of underground infrastructure locates and equipment and machinery on site, as well as concurrent work being undertaken by Enbridge Gas. May 24, 2023: At their regular session on May 23, Loyalist Township Council awarded the contract for this project to K. Mulrooney Trucking Limited. More details on project mobilization and start date will follow in the coming weeks. May 5, 2023: Malroz Engineering will be drilling boreholes in the road right-of-way in the project area. The work will start the week of May 8 and will provide geotechnical information to support the project design. April 16, 2023 - Draft construction drawings were added to the project website. The drawings can be viewed below. March 28, 2023 - A virtual information session for the community was held on Tuesday, March 28, 2023. A recording of the session has been uploaded to the project page. March 13, 2023 – A project letter was hand-delivered to residents in the project area. Providing information about the project and promoting the virtual information session. |
Odessa West, Water, Storm Water, Drainage & Road Improvements Project Public Information Webinar:
A virtual public information session was held on Tuesday, March 28, 2022, at 6 p.m. Staff were on hand to present the design drawings, receive feedback, and answer questions on the project. The session was recorded for those who were unable to attend and transcribed.
Click the thumbnail below to watch the full webinar recording.
Draft Construction Drawings:
A draft design has been prepared at this project stage and is available for review below. Please complete our Alternative Document Request Form to request any of these files in an alternative format.
Odessa West Drainage Improvement Project Draft Drawings (PDF)
Providing Feedback:
Township staff can meet at your residence or virtually to discuss any questions you have about the project. In addition, don't hesitate to contact the Project Supervisor at the phone number or e-mail below to set up an appointment or discuss any other questions or concerns.
Joe Gratton, Project Supervisor - 613-386-7351, ext. 172#
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