Capital Projects Open House showcases construction projects in Richmond
12 April 2018
Richmond residents are invited to the 2018 Capital Projects Open House on Wednesday April 18 from 3 to 7 p.m. at Richmond City Hall (6911 No. 3 Road) to learn more about the on-going and upcoming capital construction works within the city. Each of these projects help meet the City’s objective to continuously maintain, improve and advance the infrastructure for our rapidly developing community.
“An exciting year is underway for the City with a diverse array of capital projects that will provide dependable, resilient and accessible facilities and amenities for Richmond residents,” said Mayor Malcolm Brodie. “From building new community centres and pump stations to upgrading watermains, sewers and roadways, these construction projects align with Council’s strategic goals and help support the continued growth of our city.”
Over 40 capital projects that are under construction or scheduled to start in 2018 will be showcased at this drop-in style open house. Residents are encouraged to come by and learn more about each project by viewing informational display boards and talking to City staff that will be available to answer questions and provide further information. Some of this year’s highlighted projects include:
- Fire Hall No. 1
- City Centre Community Centre North
- Minoru Centre for Active Living
- Crosswalk improvements at five locations
- Traffic signal improvements at two locations
- Upgrade of 26 bus stops to improve accessibility
- Oval Village District Energy Utility (OVDEU)
- River Parkway Extension
- Spires Area Water, Sanitary & Drainage Upgrades and Eckersley B Sanitary Pump Station Upgrade
- Shell Road North Drainage Pump Station Upgrade
- Hamilton Area Sanitary Pump Station Construction
- Lane Drainage Upgrade – Broadmoor Boulevard (North)
- South Dike Upgrades between No. 3 Road and Gilbert Road
- Sealord Area Watermain Replacement
- Vulcan Way Sanitary Forcemain Upgrade
Metro Vancouver and Rogers Communications will also be in attendance with information and display boards about some of their projects throughout the city.