Connaught Park to the Light Maintenance and Storage Facility (LMSF) - Notice of Night Work

As part of the Stage 2 O-Train Light Rail Transit (LRT) project, crews and equipment will be working overnight from Connaught Park to the the Light Maintenance and Storage Facility (LMSF), west of Moodie Drive.

What:          
Night work is required from Connaught Park to the LMSF as work proceeds on bridges, structures, utilities, roads, stockpiles, berms, and the LRT guideway. Night work may include excavation and hauling, earth berm stockpiling, preparation, maintenance, sloping and removal, concrete pouring, grading, utility installation, snow removal, and lane closures.

*Unless otherwise notified, rock breaking, and vacuum truck excavation is NOT permitted overnight.

When:         
KEV anticipates that periodic night work will be required and ongoing throughout 2024. Night work will occur subject to a valid noise by-law exemption, in addition to daytime activities on weekdays and weekends.

Daytime hours of construction are Monday to Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. and 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Sunday and on Statutory Holidays.

Why:           
To complete critical project work that is time sensitive and/or required during
off-peak hours.

Where:        
Connaught Park to the Light Maintenance and Storage Facility (LMSF)

Anticipated Impacts:
Noise and vibration from crews and heavy equipment can be expected.

All construction vehicles and equipment, working overnight will be equipped with broadband back-up alarms. Trucks use approved haul routes and workers and contractors park in designated parking areas.

Street sweeping, and cleaning will be ongoing along truck routes and around construction zones.

Site lighting for overnight is required to maintain safe working conditions for workers. The use of lights will be minimized where possible and special attention paid to ensure that it is not impacting nearby residences.

All pedestrian, cycling, bus, and vehicular movements will generally be maintained during construction, with some detours. Pedestrians and cyclists should use extra caution when localized detours are in place and adhere to all posted signage, when travelling to ensure safety, as patterns may have changed.

The construction work outlined in this notice is subject to change. Work may be delayed or extended due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.

The City of Ottawa thanks residents for their patience as we work to complete these construction activities.

The safety of the public and workers is paramount,
and we thank you for your patience during construction.

Accessibility:
Accessibility is an important consideration for the Stage 2 LRT project. The Stage 2 team makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require special accommodation, please contact stage2@ottawa.ca.

Ward 7 Night Work Summary Distribution List
A weekly summary of night work, providing greater detail as to the type and location of activities, is shared at the outset of each week. If you would like to receive the Ward 7 Weekly Night Work Summary, please email stage2@ottawa.ca to be added to the distribution list.

Future work is required in this area. Additional construction updates, such as changes to work sequencing and the duration or impact of this work will be communicated via the Stage 2 project e-newsletter. To receive electronic updates please sign up at octranspo.com/o-trainx and select updates for “Queensview, Pinecrest, Bayshore and/or Moodie Stations”.  For other accommodations, or questions, please contact:

Stage 2 Team
Stage2@Ottawa.ca
Rail Construction Program,
City of Ottawa
octranspo.com/o-trainx