Stone Church Road Feeder Main Project Update

Council received an update on the Stone Church Road feeder main project, a multi-year water infrastructure project intended to increase drinking water capacity and improve system reliability, including service for growth in the Airport Employment Growth District, Rymal Road Planning Area, and Southeast Mountain Area. Staff said the project has completed early design and is moving into detailed design, with pre-construction activities expected in fall 2027, construction beginning in summer 2028, and completion targeted for summer 2031.

Topics Discussed

1. STONE CHURCH ROAD FEEDER MAIN PROJECT

The City is planning a new large-diameter watermain near the existing Tunbridge Pumping Station at Tunbridge Crescent and Stone Church Road East. Staff said the project is intended to "increase drinking water capacity and system reliability" and support planned growth in the Airport Employment Growth District, the Rymal Road Planning Area, and the Southeast Mountain Area. The project was identified through the City's Integrated Water and Wastewater Master Plan, first prepared in 2006 and updated in 2023.

2. TIMELINE AND PROJECT PHASES

Council heard that "the project has completed its early design phase and is progressing into detailed design this year with pre-construction activities commencing in fall of 2027." Staff said detailed design is expected to be completed by early 2027, followed by procurement of a construction team in fall 2027. Construction is scheduled to begin in summer 2028 and finish in summer 2031.

3. TRAFFIC, ACCESS, AND CONSTRUCTION IMPACTS

Staff said the route passes through residential, mixed-use, and commercial areas and will require traffic management during construction. Residents were told to expect lane reductions and some temporary road closures on roads including Stone Church Road East, Paramount Drive, and Mud Street West. The City said it "will work with stakeholders in the area to mitigate impacts and notify residents in advance of any construction."

Access impacts were also outlined for nearby businesses and homes. Staff said access to Heritage Hill Shopping Centre would be maintained through limited entrances during construction, and that residential and commercial driveway access could be temporarily affected, with advance notice provided to impacted properties.

4. CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND HOURS

Most of the project is expected to be built using open-cut construction. Staff said three sections are planned to use trenchless construction, specifically micro-tunneling, at Falkirk's Creek on Mud Street West, Red Hill Creek on Stone Church Road East, and the Upper Red Hill Valley Parkway and Stone Church Road intersection.

Construction hours were identified as 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Staff said temporary noise, dust, and vibration should be expected during active work periods.

5. ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT

Council heard that the route crosses natural heritage areas and includes two creek crossings, factors that shaped the construction approach in some locations. Staff also promoted a public information session scheduled for June 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Valley Park Library, Program Room B.

In the presentation, staff said, "The purpose of this public information session is for the City to share information about the project location, construction approach, and to provide first points of contact for businesses, residents, and users within the study area." Winston Wang was identified as the project manager for public questions.

Motions

No motions passed, rejected, or deferred were identified in the material provided.

Attendees

• Councillor Tom Jackson
• Mayor Andrea Horwath
• Councillor Mark Tadeson
• Councillor Esther Pauls
• Councillor Rob Cooper
• Councillor Alex Wilson
• Councillor Jeff Beattie
• Councillor Mike Spadafora
• Councillor Cameron Kroetsch
• Councillor Ted McMeekin
• Councillor Brad Clark
• Councillor Craig Cassar
• Councillor Tammy Hwang
• Councillor Maureen Wilson
• Councillor Matt Francis
• Councillor Nrinder Nann