Dayfoot Street Improvements Project

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Project Updates and Notices - Phase 2A

March 20, 2025 

The contractor has completed their field markings for the proposed tree removals along Dayfoot Street Phase 2a which proposes to remove additional trees then what is identified on the tender drawings. The project team conducted an on-site review of the contractors proposed tree removal markings with RJB’s Arborist, who authored the reports. The following summary and comments were provided by RJB’s Arborist:

  • Tree Removal Markings: The additional tree markings for removal were identified on the east side of Dayfoot St between Kait Aitken Cres. North and South (Tree #T80 – T83, T89 – T94, T96, T97, T99, T101, T103 and Tree Group 2 (TG2)). These trees are subject to significant encroachment and disturbance from the construction of the proposed watermain, sidewalk and associated grading work. The following observations provide detail for this rationale;

  • Watermain Installation: The installation of the watermain will require excavation up to 3 m in depth and 2.5m in width, which will fall within 30cm of the trees structural root plate and buttresses, requiring severance of tree roots anticipated to be greater than 5cm in diameter. These large holding roots provide anchorage on the west side and significant severance will cause structural instability, increasing risk for uprooting and future failure towards residential lots to the east.

  • Machinery Access: Tree trunks are in direct conflict with clearance width required for machinery access for excavation and watermain installation underneath the sidewalk.

  • Surface Water Management: There are potential surface water management concerns, reestablishing the swale east of the treed hedgerow (between property fence and trees) will further impact existing roots and disrupt the moisture regime.

  • Fill Impact: The arborist noted that fill greater then 50cm over tree trunks and buttress, will bury the root plate and have long term consequences for water retention and displacement of holding roots. Providing additional fill to negate tree root impacts is not a suitable alternative.

  • Feasibility of Tree Retention: The retention of these trees is not feasible given the required access and construction within the immediate area. Furthermore, this treed hedge appears to be self-seeded primarily consisting of Scots Pine, an introduced species with limited ecological value. The majority of existing trees are self-pruning as a result of overcrowding, creating a live crown ratio below 30% for most mature specimens. Several trees are displaying minor chlorosis and stunted foliage likely from increased soil salinity with the close proximity to the road.

  • Recommendation: It is recommended that these trees are removed entirely, and an updated landscape restoration plan be provided at a later date to illustrate tree plantings along the ROW east of the proposed sidewalk. A designed tree planting of the entire area will be proactive in the landscape environmental over the long term, selecting a larger planting stock and tree species that are urban tolerant to the constructed environment, provide a naturalized screening for adjacent residences and planted at the same time to facilitate uniform growth along the ROW for aesthetics and planning.

The amended arborist report on the website recommends the removal of 59 trees plus TG2. The updated tender drawings, based on RJB’s design revisions, recommended 30 trees to be removed plus the brush within TG2. However, based on the contractors and arborist field review, this number will be updated to approximately 44 trees plus tree group 2 in keeping with above. The landscape plan will be revised in keeping with the recommendations above to reflect the additional tree removals and with an effort to provide a similar type of buffer once fully established.Should you have any questions or concerns related to this project, please do not hesitate to contact:

Rob Greenwood, PMP, C. Tech

Project Manager, Town of New Tecumseth

Tel: 705-415-1930

Email

 

 February 24, 2025

On February 24, 2025, Council approved the Dayfoot Street Phase 2a Amending Agreement, allowing the commencement of the Phase 2a construction on Dayfoot Street, between Danielles Gate/Kate Aitken Crescent and Prospect Street.

The scope is in keeping with the substantially completed Phase 1 work which includes, but is not limited to:

  • replacement of sanitary and storm sewer, including all service connections and appurtenances;

  • replacement of watermain, including all service connections and appurtenances;

  • replacement of roadway granulars;

  • placement of base and surface asphalt;

  • installation of concrete curbs and sidewalks;

  • installation of dedicated bike lanes

  • restoration of driveway entrances; and

  • restoration of boulevards.

A formal Notice of Construction, including a construction start date, will be circulated in advance to all properties within or adjacent to the project limits and will be posted on the Town project webpage and social media sites. Additional details regarding construction schedule, road closures, project contacts, and frequently asked questions will be included in the Notice of Construction once available. Minor activity may occur on site in advance to confirm and support the upcoming Notice of Construction and start date.

The project team has updated the Project Materials and Design Drawings with the latest construction drawings and updated arborist report. Notable changes between the design information provided through the Virtual Public Open House and these latest drawings include:

  • Inclusion of dedicated bike lanes

  • Update to arborist report

    • The previous arborist report did not reflect the increase to the watermain size and location as the preferred route for the Tottenham Transmission Main. Consequently, the arborist report recommends additional tree removals within the Town right of way. As part of the 2024 Phase 2a detailed design updates, efforts were made to reduce potential impacts to the Town trees by raising the road and sidewalk profile to minimize the cuts across the right of way and the boulevard.

    • The project team has updated tender drawings to require the contractor to preserve trees to the greatest extent possible, under the supervision and consultation of a certified arborist and the project team. Alternative methods, such as using hand tools or pruning around tree, will be utilized where feasible to preserve trees. The landscape plan will be adjusted accordingly to account for any additional tree plantings where required should the design permit.

Should you have any questions or concerns related to this project, please do not hesitate to contact:
Rob Greenwood, PMP, C. Tech
Project Manager, Town of New Tecumseth
Tel: 705-415-1930
Email

 

 Notices

March 6, 2025 - Notice of Commencement - Dayfoot Improvements Phase 2A

March 11, 2025 - Notice of Tree Removal

 
Background 

The Beeton OPA31 Master Servicing Plan (MSP) adopted by Council in December 2010 identifies various recommendations for servicing solutions including stormwater management, water, wastewater, traffic and electrical distribution in support of development growth.

 Dayfoot Street was identified in the MSP to be reconstruction to an urbanized cross-section, including water and wastewater upgrades, from Main Street to Lilly Street.

 The primary scope of work for this project consists of upsizing the underground infrastructure (ie. watermain & sanitary sewers) along with urbanizing the road (new storm sewer, adding curb, sidewalk, bike lanes etc) in keeping with recommendations from various Town Studies such as the Beeton Master Servicing Plan, DC Background Study, Water Distribution and Storage Master Plan and the Multi Modal Active Transportation Master Plan.

The Dayfoot Street Urbanization is a growth-related project being funded primarily by Development Charges.
R.J. Burnside and Associates has been retained by the Town to undertake the design of the Dayfoot Street Urbanization project.
Virtual Public Open House

The Town of New Tecumseth hosted a Virtual Public Open House (VPOH) for the reconstruction and urbanization work along Dayfoot Street and English Drive between Dayfoot St and Centre St in Beeton. The VPOH allowed all interested parties an opportunity to view the project information as well as to provide a platform for the project team to solicit comments from the public.

The VPOH took place from Monday, February 28 to Monday, March 14, 2022.

The VPOH presentation slides, and additional project information can be found below under Project Materials and Detail Design Drawings.
Project Materials

Notice of Virtual Project Open House

Video Presentation

PDF Slides of Presentation

Project Materials Update, February 10, 2025
Detail Design Drawings

Dayfoot Phase 1 - Lilly to Kate Aitken

Dayfoot Phase 2a - Danielles Gate/Kate Aitken to Prospect

Dayfoot Phase 2b - Prospect to Main  

Frequently Asked Questions

 

What are the construction Work hours?

 

Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. In the event of extreme or emergency situations, Work may take place after hours and /or on weekends and only with the Town’s approval, however not anticipated.

 

What kind of inconveniences are expected during construction?

 

You may experience dust, noise and other inconveniences. Every effort will be made to reduce and mitigate the impacts.

 

Additionally, driveway access may be disrupted from time to time. As required, personnel on-site will coordinate any driveway disruptions/closures with residents to minimize the length of closure and to ensure alternate parking arrangements are made.

Any Residents that require special accommodations that could be adversely affected by driveway access interruptions are asked to contact the Town Liaison identified within this Notice as soon as possible.

 

Will our general garbage, yard waste and recycling service be disrupted during construction?

 

Please have your waste and recycle bins out at the end of your driveway prior to 7:00 am on your regularly scheduled pick up day. The Contractor will relocate the bins as necessary to enable the County’s solid waste contractors to gain access to them. We ask that you label your municipal address on all bins to assist us in returning them.

 

Will our mail delivery be disrupted during construction?

 

Mail delivery will continue throughout construction and the Contractor will coordinate any required mailbox relocations with Canada Post. If mailbox relocations are required, further notice will be provided to residents.

 

Will the school bus services be disrupted during construction?

 

The Contractor will coordinate the school bus arrangements with the County’s School Bus Consortium. If any adjustments to the route or pick up/drop off locations are required due to the construction, further notice will be provided.

 

Will my utilities be disrupted during construction?

 

Telephone, electrical, cable TV and gas services should not be affected by the construction, barring any unforeseen circumstances.

 

Who do I call if I have a problem with the Construction activities?

 

For an immediate response, please contact the Town’s Liaison or the Towns Project Management Representative identified within this Notice.

 

Will any trees be cut during this construction?

 

Locations have been identified throughout the project and impacted property owners will be notified in advance of the work.

Other Important Information:

Building Pre-construction Survey

Prior to the start of construction, the Contractor will also be carrying out a pre-construction survey of the project area including structures within 50m of the Town’s right-of-way limits. This is to provide a record in the unlikely event that any damage occurs as a result of the construction activities. The survey will consist of an inspection of both the interior and exterior of buildings/property to verify existing conditions. A separate notice from Wristen’s Home Specialties Inc. (WHS) will be circulated to schedule these surveys with affected residents. Participation is on a voluntarily basis, however recommended as we note that it is important measure to determine if any losses are caused by the construction activities.

Privately Owned Items

The Contractor will not be responsible for damages to any privately owned items on Town property. Property owners should remove items located within Town property limits, such as landscaping and/or decorative objects. If you have a sprinkler system and/or septic bed located in close proximity to the Town property limits, please contact the Town Liaison identified within this Notice.

Safety

Construction involves the use of heavy equipment and the unavoidable creation of obstacles. These circumstances are often attractive to children, and as such, we ask that you please caution your children to stay clear of the construction work zone.

While the contractor is required to conduct the Works in a safe manner, we ask that you please take extra caution during the construction period as an additional measure.

Project Updates and Notices - Phase 1 (Substantially Complete)
Update - October 15, 2024

Please be advised that the remaining Phase 1 works along Dayfoot Street in Beeton is anticipated to be substantially complete by October 25th.

The contractor remains on site and has advised that the balance of the sidewalk in front of the vacant lots will be complete in the next few days with top-course asphalt scheduled for Thursday and Friday this week, weather permitting. The remaining landscaping, which includes sod and tree planting, will be complete once the boulevard work is finalized in the next two weeks. The new streetlights will also be energized within this time. Minor works may occur after the 25th to address any small items or deficiencies.

Traffic control will be maintained to a single lane closure as required with all pre-existing sidewalks and crossing locations remaining open for use to the schools.

The project team will reach out to residents to coordinate driveway access during paving activities this week.

Notice of Monthly Construction - September 2024

Update - July 16, 2024

Further to the Spring and Summer 2024 Notice below, the contractor (JBE) will be onsite to complete the balance of the Phase 1 works and restorations from July 22nd through to the end of August 2024.

There will be a temporary 3-day road closure on Dayfoot Street between Kate Aitken Crescent (North) and Kate Aitken Crescent (South) from July 22nd to July 24th to complete an underground hydro duct relocation with Alectra. The closure will be in keeping with the following Traffic Control and Detour Plan:

Traffic Control and Detour Plan 

The project team appreciates everyone’s continued patience as this project nears completion. If you have any questions or comments, please reach out to anyone from the project team whose contact information can be found in the Notices below.

Notice of Monthly Construction - Spring & Summer 2024

Notice of Monthly Construction - December 2023

Notice of Monthly Construction - November 2023

Notice of Monthly Construction - October 2023

Notice of Monthly Construction - September 2023

Notice of Monthly Construction - August 2023

Notice of Monthly Construction - July 2023

Notice of Monthly Construction - June 2023 

Notice of Construction - Dayfoot Improvements

Road Closure Detour Plan

Notice of Tree Removal

Contractor intends to start with tree removals along Dayfoot Street. 

Refer to the Tree Removal Notice and Drawing below for more information.

Trees identified to be removed can be found under the Virtual Public Open House information below.

The coloured ribbon markings are as follows:

Red – tree on Town land to be removed,

Blue – tree on private property to be removed,

Orange – tree to be trimmed to prevent damage during construction.

Notice to Residents - Tree Removal

Dayfoot Phase 1 - Landscape Plan