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Public Works Declares Significant Weather Event - April 03, 2024

The City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event effective Wednesday, April 03, 2024 at 04:00 p.m. and issued under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239).

Due to amount of forecasted snow this evening into tomorrow, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks and resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.

We are asking residents to avoid driving if at all possible for their own safety during this event. We also remind residents not to block or plug sidewalks when clearing their own driveways.

A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.

We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. An additional notice will be posted to declare the end of the Significant Weather Event when the municipality determines is it appropriate to do so.

Posted by Becky Cashmore On Apr 03, 2024 at 4:17 PM

City’s Gas Tax Funding Drives Timmins Transit Forward

Ontario has announced their annual Gas Tax funding and Timmins is set to receive $585,411. The investment will be used to offset the City’s cost of farebox system upgrades, trackless equipment to clear transit stops in winter, and new conventional buses.

“Timmins Transit has a number of modernization projects planned for this year,” says Ken Krcel, Director of Public Works and Environmental Services. “We are in the process of extensive route reviews, piloting transit on-demand, and updating payment services with modern fareboxes. This year’s gas tax funding will help deliver on Timmins Transit’s goal to deliver modern and efficient public transportation.”

In January, City Council approved the purchase of four new diesel-powered buses and 25 fare boxes, with partial funding approved through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) – Public Transit Stream. ICIP covers 73% of eligible costs to purchase new equipment and upgrades, with the remaining 27% covered by the municipality. The City’s approved Gas Tax funding will be used to cover the municipal portion.

Posted by Amanda Dyer On Apr 03, 2024 at 2:39 PM

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