Notice of Construction - Watermain replacements on Franklin, Centre and James streets, in the Township of Brock.

What’s happening?
The Regional Municipality of Durham has hired Rabcon Contractors Ltd., to complete watermain replacements on Franklin, Centre and James streets, in the Township of Brock.

What work is being done?
• Temporary water service connections will be installed before work begins to keep residents’ water running during construction.
• Replacing and installing new underground watermain on Franklin, Centre and James streets.
• Replacing water service connections and hydrants.
• Temporary removal of sections of the streets to complete the work.
• Roadway restoration including repaving of disturbed areas.
• Restoration of affected driveways, boulevards and lawns, as required.

When will this happen?
Rabcon Contractors Ltd. will be on site the week of April 20, to start preparing for the work. The construction is expected to finish by mid-September 2026, depending on weather conditions.

How will traffic be affected?
• Streets will remain open to local traffic during construction. Lane restrictions will be in place during working hours from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with at least one lane always open.
• Access to homes and businesses will be maintained.
• Drivers should expect delays and plan for extra time when using Franklin, Centre and James streets.
• Bus routes, bus stops and sidewalks will remain open during construction.

Other important information
• During the installation of the temporary water service connections, residents will experience intermittent water supply interruptions. The contractor, Rabcon Contractors Ltd., will notify impacted properties at least 24 hours in advance of any service interruptions to give residents time to prepare.
• Businesses in the area will remain open during construction. For business owners who would like to learn more about what to expect during construction, visit durham.ca/OpenForBusiness.
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• Please be careful when driving in the area for the safety of construction workers, pedestrians and cyclists.

Should you have any questions or concerns, please contact one of the following staff members from the Region:
Sean Anderson Project Supervisor 289-830-4227 sean.anderson@durham.ca
Ezzalden Mosbah Project Inspector 289-928-6523 ezzalden.mosbah@durham.ca

If you require this information in an alternate accessible format, please contact 311 (within Durham Region) or 1-800-372-1102.Follow the Region on social media @RegionOfDurham.
The Regional Municipality of Durham Works Department 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby, Ontario L1N 6A3 Telephone: 311 (within Durham Region) or 1-800-372-1102 durham.ca/

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