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More bus-only and bicycle lanes along Durham Highway 2 in Ajax and Pickering
Posted on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 08:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Three more segments of dedicated bus-only and bicycle lanes are now complete along Kingston Road (Durham Highway 2) through Ajax and Pickering.
The three new Kingston Road segments (Whites Road, Brock Road and Westney Road) add dedicated bus-only and on-road buffered bicycle lanes, along with the existing two lanes in each direction. Dedicated right- and left-turn lanes are provided at the major intersections.
“Reserved lanes improve safety for drivers, transit passengers and cyclists,...
Lane restrictions on Rossland Road West at Riverside Drive in Ajax due to a watermain break
Posted on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 01:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department advises residents of lane restrictions on Rossland Road West (Regional Road 28), from Bunting Court to 300 metres east of Riverside Drive in Ajax, due to a watermain break.
When: Repair work is ongoing.
Where: Rossland Road West (Regional Road 28), from Bunting Court to 300 metres east of Riverside Drive in the Town of Ajax.
Why: To allow equipment access to repair a broken watermain.
Note: Residents and businesses in the area may...
Region looks at long-term organics management plan
Posted on Thursday, December 06, 2018 10:30 AM
While most households in Ontario have access to recycling programs, not all municipalities have organic waste programs. Most of the larger municipalities in the Greater Toronto Area have curbside green bin programs, but not everyone is using them. In Durham Region, waste audits show that one third of organic waste is still ending up in the garbage bag.
The Region is actively exploring options for a long-term organics management plan which will include the presorting of organics and recyclables from...
Lane restrictions on Stevenson Road in Oshawa
Posted on Thursday, December 06, 2018 02:30 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, Works Department is advising residents of lane restrictions on Stevenson Road North (Regional Road 53) in the City of Oshawa.
When: December 10 to 12, daytime only. Unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule.
Where: North and southbound lanes on Stevenson Road North, from Bond Street West to Creighton Avenue, in Oshawa.
Why: Sewer and water service installation to support new development.
Note: Drivers are asked to exercise caution...
Durham Regional Council holds first meeting for the 2018 to 2022 term
Posted on Wednesday, December 05, 2018 02:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Today, The Regional Municipality of Durham held its first council meeting, where all 29 elected representatives were officially sworn in for the 2018 to 2022 term of Regional Council.
Regional Chair
John Henry was sworn in as Regional Chair, an individual who represents approximately 685,500 residents who live in Durham Region. Henry is the head of Durham Regional Council and Chief Executive Officer of the corporation; presides over all meetings of Regional Council; is a member...
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