Work on Government Street in Burns Lake wrapped up yesterday (Thursday) near Third Avenue.
Construction started in late May for a new multi-use path, water valves, supply saddles, parking lot, and intersection improvements.
“From a village perspective, we are super appreciative with the patience the community at large and businesses in the area that were affected by the construction work,” said Chief Administrative Officer Ryan Nitchie.
He added weather and old infrastructure were the only delays on the project with the final cost coming in under the budgeted $1.2 million.
About $500,000 of the project was covered by the province’s Active Transportation Grant.
“I think the changes improve safety requirements, traffic flow, and certainly help delineate better parking in the area,” said Nitchie.
Work on the multi-use path was part of the village’s active transportation plan created in 2018.
Nitchie added more work towards completing that plan is expected in 2026.
“It will be an extension of the existing sidewalks and improvements to the road, sewer, water, and underground infrastructure.”
With the plan, the village hopes to create a transportation network through the village to the Boer Mountain trails.
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