As part of the annual Residential Road Rehabilitation program, Strathcona County will be making improvements to Oak Street (Vic Bidzinski Way), between Beauvista Drive and Sherwood Drive.

Access to facilities and residences along Oak Street will be maintained during construction, but occasional detours may be required. Access to recreation facilities will remain open from Sherwood Drive south near the Kinsmen Leisure Centre.

Project timeline

Construction is expected to start in July 2025 and will occur in two phases:  

• Phase 1) Spot concrete replacement  
• Phase 2) Asphalt road improvements

 Residences along Oak Street will receive additional information before construction starts about what to expect, along with estimated start dates.  

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Traffic calming features 

During construction, a concrete mini-roundabout will be constructed at the intersection of Oak Street and Beauvista Drive/Brentwood Boulevard North to address traffic and pedestrian safety concerns. Additionally, curb extensions will be constructed on the crosswalks on each leg of the intersection. Crosswalks will be relocated to reduce crossing distances. 

Mini-roundabouts help lower speeds and calm traffic, reduce conflict points, reduce vehicle collisions severity and improve traffic flow at an intersection.

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In 2023, the County completed construction and installed some traffic calming features between Beauvista Drive and the Kinsmen Leisure Centre. These features included four raised crosswalks and one speed hump that address speeding concerns, reduce short-cutting and support pedestrian safety. Raised crosswalks create an elevated walking surface that improves visibility of pedestrians and provides a physical measure to encourage drivers to slow down. 

The County evaluates and upgrades pedestrian crossings in or near playgrounds, schools and pedestrian corridors in accordance with the Neighbourhood Traffic Safety Action Plan and the Traffic Calming Policy. These are planned during scheduled rehabilitation. 

Creating a more pedestrian friendly road to support the safe walkability in the area aligns with the Area Redevelopment Plan (ARP) for Centre in the Park (CITP), which involved an extensive public engagement process.  

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Phase 1 - Concrete replacement 

During this phase, select portions of the sidewalk, curb and gutter will be marked and then replaced. In most cases, not all sidewalks will be replaced. Project Managers will evaluate the condition of the concrete and only replace deficient sections.  

Concrete replacement process: 

• Removal of existing concrete and sod 
• Construction of base and forming for new concrete 
• Pouring new concrete 
• Replacement of topsoil and sod 

The contractor will replace the sod behind the new concrete that has been poured and is responsible for watering the sod until it has taken. Homeowners are encouraged to water the sod behind the new sidewalk.  

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Phase 2 - Asphalt road improvements 

Asphalt (road) improvements will begin approximately one to two weeks after Phase 1 has been completed. Construction will extend from the intersection at Beauvista Drive/Brentwood Boulevard Northeast to Sherwood Drive. This section of Oak Street will be milled and resurfaced with a new asphalt surface.

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Things to watch for

Parking and access	Parking will be temporarily restricted during construction Access to your driveway may be limited "No parking" signs will go up 24 hours before construction starts to ensure sufficient notice of parking restrictions We will remove 'no parking' signs as soon as they are no longer required Wherever possible, we will only restrict parking to one side of the street If you have an RV parked on your driveway and need to remove it during construction, please submit a request through County Connect
Equipment and signs	Expect equipment in the area until construction is complete "No parking" signs and barricades will be placed on lawns and sidewalks Information signs will be posted with start dates for each phase of construction
Dust and debris	Dust and debris will be present during construction. The contractor will attempt to keep them to a minimum Loose materials, oil, cement powder and uneven surfaces

Please note: Weather can cause unexpected delays. Although we strive to maintain schedules, timeline changes may be required.

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Frequently asked questions

Further information: