Penticton residents will see millions of dollars worth of capital projects in action this summer, as the city works to implement its most recent infrastructure plans across the community.
Officials said that people can expect to see the construction of several significant projects this summer and into fall, including the Point Intersection plan and the replacement of the Skaha Splash Pad.
“Capital works are the nuts and bolts of what we do as a city to ensure the basic services that people expect are maintained and improved,” said Penticton Mayor Julius Bloomfield.
“The work our engineering teams and crews do is the bedrock of a strong, growing Penticton but sometimes it goes unseen. With projects happening throughout the community, residents will see first-hand how tax dollars are being spent.”
While construction kicked off in May for the Point Intersection — a $10.5 million group of infrastructure projects in and around the south end of Penticton — the city says work on the splash pad will begin later this fall.
Other capital works projects set for this summer include:
• Water and Sewer Main Works – Redlands/Uplands, Haven Hill Road, Penticton Avenue/Kensington Street
• Sidewalks – Middle Bench Road (Uplands Elementary) and Ontario Street
• Traffic Calming – Moose Jaw St
• Pedestrian safety measures at Jermyn/KVR, Penticton Ave
• Fire Hall 2 – Two bay garage
• Completion of Penticton Creek Reach 3, including upgrades at Ellis/Westminster
“Our capital budget is extensive and covers the gamut – from water to electrical to pickleball courts,” Bloomfield added.
“Each year, projects move forward and not all the work gets the recognition it deserves. It’s not always glamorous but by spending, we can meet the needs of residents now and in the future.”
In its announcement on Tuesday, the city reminded residents that property tax bills will be sent out “around the middle of June.”
Design work for improvements to the Advanced Waste Water Treatment Plant and a community safety building is currently underway, they added.
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