2021 Construction Projects

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.

Capital Funding
$4,845,710

Estimated Completion Date
Fall 2021

Project Manager
Wasim Memon
wasim.memon@richmond.ca
604-276-4189

2. River Parkway Road Extension

Project Description
This project includes the construction of a two-lane road along the former CP Railway corridor, from 200 metres northeast of Gilbert Road to Cambie Road, along with intersection improvements. The new road is proposed to be built to an interim two-lane standard with bike lanes, pedestrian walkways, street lights, and traffic control devices at intersections. When completed, this new road would replace the existing River Road between Cambie Road and Gilbert Road and provide a continuous alternate route to No. 3 Road to the east and River Road to the west. This project also includes installation of a storm sewer and fully restrained watermain.

Location
Along the former CP Railway corridor between Cambie Road and Gilbert Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Street parking along River Parkway will be restricted during construction and removed upon completion of the project.

Capital Funding
$15,045,000

Estimated Completion Date
Summer 2021

Project Manager
Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927

3. No. 4 Road Reconstruction from Blundell Road to Granville Avenue and Box Culvert Repair from Blundell Road to Alderbridge Way

Project Description
The project involves reconstructing the roadway along the east side of 7000 block of No. 4 Road (Blundell Road to Granville Avenue) and repairing the drainage box culverts from Blundell Road to Alderbridge Way. Over time, significant settlement has occurred, most prominently on the east side of the roadway, resulting in a slanted and inconsistent surface that increases vibrations and water pooling.

Location
No. 4 Road between Blundell Road and Granville Avenue (road reconstruction).No. 4 Road between Blundell Road and Alderbridge Road (box culverts).

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of any work that may impact them.
• Access pits will be required for box culvert investigation and rehabilitation along the west side of No. 4 Road between Blundell Road and Alderbridge Way during construction.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of driveway crossing excavations that may be necessary during construction. The disturbed driveways will be temporarily restored to gravel condition and then back to original condition upon project completion.

Capital Funding
$3,286,000

Estimated Completion Date
Fall 2021 

Project Manager
Pratima Milaire
pratima.milaire@richmond.ca
604-276-4039

4. Colbeck Area Watermain Replacement

Project Description
This project includes installation of 2,960 metres of watermain in the Colbeck area to replace ageing asbestos cement (AC) water pipes with new PVC pipes as part of the City’s watermain replacement program. The primary focus of the current program is the replacement of ageing AC water pipes. Watermain replacement minimizes unplanned maintenance and improves fire protection. This project is in alignment with the City’s ageing Infrastructure Replacement Strategy.

Location
Colbeck Area.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Occasional evening work may be required.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit from the City.
• Excavation of driveway crossings may be necessary during construction. Residents will be notified in advance of such work. Driveway crossings will be restored to original condition upon project completion.

Capital Funding
$2,817,000

Estimated Completion Date
Completed

Project Manager
Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927

5. Gilhurst and Bates Area Watermain Replacement

Project Description
This project includes installation of 1,298 metres of watermain in the Gilhurst and Bates area to replace ageing asbestos cement (AC) water pipes with new PVC pipes as part of the City’s watermain replacement program. The primary focus of the current program is the replacement of ageing AC water pipes. Watermain replacement minimizes unplanned maintenance and improves fire protection. This project is in alignment with the City’s ageing Infrastructure Replacement Strategy.

Location
Gilhurst and Bates Area.

General Considerations

Capital Funding
$1,235,000

Start Date
Spring 2020

Estimated Completion Date
Summer 2021

Project Manager
Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927

6. Palmberg Road Watermain Replacement

Project Description
This project includes installation of 760 metres of watermain on Palmberg Road to replace ageing asbestos cement (AC) water pipes with new PVC pipes as part of the City’s watermain replacement program. The primary focus of the current program is the replacement of ageing AC water pipes. Watermain replacement minimizes unplanned maintenance and improves fire protection. This project is in alignment with the City’s ageing Infrastructure Replacement Strategy. 

Location
Palmberg Area.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Occasional evening work may be required.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit from the City.
• Excavation of driveway crossings may be necessary during construction. Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of such work. Driveway crossings will be restored to original condition upon project completion.

Capital Funding
$722,000

Estimated Completion Date
Complete

Project Manager
Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927 

7. Lane Drainage Upgrades—Herbert Road (East)

Project Description
This project includes the construction of drainage infrastructure within the Broadmoor subdivision. The project will include drainage improvements in 350 metres of lane east of Herbert Road between 7491 Bates Road and 9660 Herbert Road. This project does not include the addition of street lighting, curbs or gutters.

Location
Laneway east of Herbert Road between 7491 Bates Road and 9660 Herbert Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary.
• Laneway will be closed off during construction.

Capital Funding
$542,000

Estimated Completion Date
Completed

Project Manager
AJ Morris
allen.morris@richmond.ca
604-276-4028

8. Dike Upgrades — South Dike — Gilbert Road to No. 3 Road Pier

Project Description
The City has 49 km of perimeter dikes that provide the City with flood protection from ocean storm surge and freshet events.

This project consists of approximately 650 metres of dike upgrades along the Fraser River’s South Arm between Gilbert Road and No. 3 Road. The upgrade will incorporate a mixed use trail that is separated from traffic lanes and will include seatings, picnic areas and arrival points with wayfinding and parking.

Raising the existing dike and other dike upgrades are necessary to continue to improve existing dike and drainage infrastructure, meet medium to long term needs and accommodate local area needs such as the provision of basic recreation trails.

Location
South Arm of Fraser River between Gilbert Road and No. 3 Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Dyke Road between Gilbert Road and No.3 Road will be closed to vehicle traffic during construction.
• A temporary pedestrian and cyclist path will be maintained, but may be limited at times.

Capital Funding
$4,879,000

Estimated Completion Date
Completed

Project Manager
AJ Morris
allen.morris@richmond.ca
604-276-4028

9. Dike Upgrades — South Dike — No. 9 Road South

Project Description
The City has 49 kilometres of perimeter dikes that provide the City with flood protection from ocean storm surge and freshet events.

This project consists of approximately 630 metres of dike upgrades between 7920 and 7611 No. 9 Road along the Fraser River’s South Arm.

Raising the existing dike and other dike upgrades are necessary to continue to improve existing dike and drainage infrastructure, meet medium to long term needs and accommodate local area needs such as the provision of basic recreation trails.

Location
South Arm of Fraser River between 7920 and 7611 No. 9 Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic are currently not permitted at this time.

Capital Funding
$5,850,000

Estimated Completion Date
Winter 2021

Project Manager
AJ Morris
allen.morris@richmond.ca
604-276-4028

10. Gilley Road and Westminster Highway Culvert Replacement

Project Description
This project includes replacing the existing 25 metres drainage culvert with two 85 m High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) pipes at the intersection of Westminster Highway and Gilley Road. This project is in alignment with the City’s Ageing Infrastructure Replacement Strategy and will increase the drainage capacity in the area.

Location
Gilley Road at Westminster Highway.

General Considerations

Capital Funding
$1,250,000

Estimated Completion Date
Completed

Project Manager
Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927

11. No. 2 Road South Drainage Pump Station

Project Description
This project involves upgrading and relocating the No. 2 Road South Drainage Pump Station, which is currently located along the corner of Dyke Road and No. 2 Road. The new pump station will be located at the south end of the No. 2 Road corridor. The new station will have increased capacity to meet the future requirements identified in the 2041 Official Community Plan. This project is part of a larger strategy to increase the City’s drainage capacity and pump station reliability. 

Location
South end of No. 2 Road corridor.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited or altered at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Diking, fisheries and other government agency requirements will be followed throughout construction process.

Capital Funding
$7,743,600

Estimated Completion Date
Fall 2021

Project Manager
Elena Paller
elena.paller@richmond.ca
604-276-4023

12. Shell Road North Drainage Pump Station

Project Description
This project will increase the capacity and effectiveness of the existing Shell Road North Drainage Pump Station. This requirement was identified by the 2041 Official Community Plan. The project also addresses the station’s ageing infrastructure replacement requirements as mechanical and electrical equipment are nearing the end of their useful service life. The dike in the vicinity of the pump station will also be raised. This project is part of a larger strategy to increase the City’s drainage capacity and pump station reliability.

Location
Shell Road at River Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited or altered at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Diking, fisheries and other government agency requirements will be followed throughout construction process.

Capital Funding
$5,000,000

Estimated Completion Date
Spring 2021

Project Manager
Elena Paller
elena.paller@richmond.ca
604-276-4023

13. Hamilton Area Sanitary Pump Station Upgrade

Project Description 
This project includes construction of a new sanitary pump station including wet well, variable frequency drive (VFD) pumps, electrical kiosk, 135 metres of forcemain and 12 metres of gravity main. The purpose of the project is to provide sanitary service for the Willett sanitary catchment in order to support population densities projected by the Hamilton Official Community Plan Update. This area does not have an existing City sanitary system and is currently serviced by septic systems.

Location
Willett Park in Hamilton Area.

General Considerations

Capital Funding
$2,800,000 

Estimated Completion Date
Fall 2021

Project Manager
Elena Paller
elena.paller@richmond.ca
604-276-4023

14. Eckersley B Sanitary Pump Station Upgrade

Project Description
This project includes replacing the existing Eckersley B Sanitary Pump station with a new station with increased capacity. The project corresponds with the 2041 Official Community Plan and supports its guiding principle to determine the infrastructure improvements required to meet the needs of a growing population and support long term development.

Location
Along Cook Road, fronting Cook Elementary School.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Majority of the Eckersley B Sanitary Pump Station construction is scheduled during summer months to minimize impacts to the school.

Capital Funding
$5,100,000

Estimated Completion Date
Spring 2021

Project Manager
Elena Paller
elena.paller@richmond.ca
604-276-4023

15. Burkeville Drainage, Watermain, and Sanitary Sewer Upgrades

Project Description
This project includes designing a new drainage network down the center of roads in the Burkeville area to reduce local flood risks by increasing the City’s storm system capacity. To achieve cost efficiencies, ageing local watermains and sanitary sewers will be upgraded to better service the Burkeville area.

Construction of this project is proposed to be implemented in phases over 5 to 10 years. The phasing is designed to prioritize addressing areas of known servicing concerns and mitigate the construction impacts to the community. During each phase, all drainage, water and sanitary infrastructure improvement within the identified phasing area will be completed.

Location
Burkeville Area

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit from the City.
• Excavation of driveway crossings may be necessary during construction. Residents will be notified in advance of such work. Driveway crossings will be restored to original condition upon project completion.

Capital Funding
$2,236,000 (Phase 2)

Estimated Completion Date
Spring 2021 (Phase 2)

Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927

16. Heather Street Improvements

Project Description
This project include roadway improvements and City infrastructure upgrades along Heather Street between Francis Road and Dayton Road. Roadway improvements include installation of new sidewalk and soft landscaping on the west side of Heather Street from Dayton Avenue to Dolphin Avenue and on both sides of Heather Street south of Heather Dolphin Neighbourhood Park. City infrastructure upgrades include the replacement of watermain, upgrade of drainage utility and replacement of street lighting in this corridor.

This project is partially funded through the Neighbourhood Improvement Charges (NIC) that has been collected through development for the purpose of benefiting the neighbourhood.

Location
Heather Street between Dayton Avenue and Francis Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery and sprinkler system removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit from the City.
• Excavation of driveway crossings may be necessary during construction. Residents will be notified in advance of such work. Driveway crossings will be restored to original condition upon project completion.

Capital Funding
$1,757,000

Estimated Completion Date
Completed

Project Manager
Leo Huang
leo.huang@richmond.ca
604-247-4487

Bridge Rehabilitation Program

Project Description
This project involves improvements to a number of Richmond bridges. The scope of the work includes the installation of barriers, railings and signage. Sidewalk, pavement and utility repairs will also be part of the project scope. Bridges have been prioritized through bridge condition and public safety assessments. The bridges to be repairs or replaced include: Jacombs Road Overpass, No. 8 Road Overpass, Cambie Road Overpass, Bird Road Bridge and West Dyke Trail Bridge.

Location
Various location throughout the City.

General Considerations

• typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.

Capital Funding
$290,000

Estimated Completion Date
Winter 2021

Project Manager
Roger Keating/Victor Ma
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927

Dike Upgrades - South Dike - No. 3 Rd. to 400m west of No. 4 Rd.

Project Description
The City manages 49km of perimeter dikes that provides flood protection from ocean storm surge, freshet events and sea-level rise due to climate change. This project includes approximately 1,015m of dike raising and improvements. The dike will be raised approximately 1.6m to 4.9m elevation. The project excludes dike raising at 13911 Garden City Road (Crown Packaging) and the Woodwards Slough Drainage Pump Station, which will be done at a future date.

Raising the existing dike and other dike upgrades are necessary to continue to improve existing dike and drainage infrastructure, meet medium to long term needs and accommodate local area needs such as the provision of basic recreation trails.

Location
South Arm of Fraser River between No. 3 Rd. and 400m west of No. 4 Rd.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them
• A temporary pedestrian and cyclist path will be maintained, but may be limited at times.

Capital Funding
$3,674,000

Estimated Completion Date
Winter 2021

Project Manager
AJ Morris
allen.morris@richmond.ca
604-276-4028

East Richmond & Agricultural Land Reserve Drainage and Irrigation Upgrades

Project Description
This project includes the re-grading of the watercourse along Steveston Highway between Sidaway Road and Palmberg Road, and on Sidaway Road between the Francis Road right-of-way and Steveston Highway. The installation of automated irrigation control structures at Steveston Highway, Palmberg Road, No. 6 Road and Triangle Road is also included.

Location
Various location throughout east Richmond.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit.

Capital Funding
$1,285,000

Estimated Completion Date
Winter 2021

Project Manager
Leo Huang
leo.huang@richmond.ca
604-247-4487

Horseshoe Slough Drainage Pump Station Upgrade

Project Description
The existing drainage pump station for the Horseshoe Slough drainage area is nearing the end of its service life. The Horseshoe Slough Drainage Pump Station Upgrade will address the station’s ageing infrastructure replacement requirements as well as increase the capacity and effectiveness of the pump station. The new pump station will act as a foreshore gateway, for pedestrians, cyclists and other outdoor users travelling along Dyke Road near the connections with Woodward's Landing and Horseshoe Slough Trail.

Location
Dyke Road between Shell Road and No. 5 Road.

General Considerations

• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited or altered at times
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Diking, fisheries and other government agency requirements will be followed throughout construction process.

Capital Funding
$7,351,000

Estimated Completion Date
Summer 2021

Project Manager
Mike Maxwell
mike.maxwelll@richmond.ca
604-276-4054

LED Streetlight Replacement

Project Description
The City has 3,780 high pressure sodium (HPS) light fixtures that are past the end of their useful life. This replacement plan will involve the replacement of these aged HPS fixtures with more efficient light emitting diodes (LED) fixtures over a four year period. The first three of four phases have been completed and phase 4 is to be completed in 2021 with plans of replacing approximately 1000 HPS fixtures. The replacement of these fixtures with LED lighting in this phase will reduce the corporate energy consumption associated with street lighting by 350,000kWh, which will result in approximately $30,000 of cost avoidance savings. 

Location
Various locations throughout Richmond.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.

Capital Funding
$400,000 (Phase 4)

Estimated Completion Date
Fall 2021 (Phase 4)

Project Manager
Peter Discusso
peter.discusso@richmond.ca
604-276-4024

No. 4 Road Watermain Replacement

Project Description
This project involves installing 796 metres of new PVC watermain on No. 4 Road to replace ageing asbestos cement (AC) water pipes as part of the City's watermain replacement program. Watermain replacement minimizes unplanned maintenance and improves fire protection. This project is in alignment with the City's ageing Infrastructure Replacement Strategy. 

Location
No. 4 Road between Blundell Road and Granville Avenue

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Occasional evening work may be required.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.
• Shrubbery removal within City right-of-way may be necessary. The City will try to avoid or minimize such impacts. If you wish to retain and relocate the shrubbery onto your property, you may do so prior to project commencement; however, trees cannot be relocated without a permit from the City.

Capital Funding
$1,194,000

Estimated Completion Date
Completed

Project Manager
Pratima Milaire
pratima.milaire@richmond.ca
604-276-4039

Pump Station Resiliency – Pilot Project

Project Description
The City of Richmond operates an extensive sanitary pump station system network which supports the conveyance of sanitary waste from buildings. Throughout the years the City has increased the resiliency of these systems by installing permanent backup diesel generators at key locations, and using portable diesel generators in the case of an emergency at stations without permanent backup power. To limit the use of portable generators throughout Richmond, the City plans to implement electrical resilience systems at sanitary pump stations which could keep the systems running in the event of a power outage. This pilot project involves installing electrical resilience systems at two sanitary pump stations (Richmond Works Yard and Graybar Sanitary Pump Stations).

Location
Works Yard Sanitary Pump Station: Located near 5599 Lynas Lane.
Graybar Sanitary Pump Station: Located along a City right-of-Way near 6831 Graybar Road.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited at times.
• Residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.

Capital Funding
$390,000

Estimated Completion Date
Fall 2021

Project Manager
Christopher David
christopher.david@richmond.ca
604-247-4902

Steveston Laneway Sanitary Sewer Upgrades

Project Description
This project will replace sections of gravity sewer pipes that are near the end of their service life at priority locations currently open to vehicular traffic in the Steveston area. This project will reduce the risk of pipe failures as part of the City's ageing infrastructure replacement program.

Location
Various locations through the Steveston Area as follows:

1. Georgia Street South Laneway, 2nd Avenue to No. 1 Road;
2. 2nd Avenue East Laneway, Moncton Street to Bayview Street; and
3. 3rd Avenue East Laneway, Chatham Street to Moncton Street.

General Considerations

• Typical hours of work will be from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday.
• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited or altered at times.
• Residents and business owners within the project areas will be notified in advance of construction work. The City will strive to minimize disruption to residents and business owners.

Capital Funding
$870,000

Estimated Completion Date
Winter 2022

Project Manager
Leo Huang
leo.huang@richmond.ca
604-247-4487

Thompson Gate Pressure Reducing Valve Station

Project Description
This project involves the installation of a new Pressure Reducing Valve (PRV) station at Thompson Gate and Boundary Road and the associated tie-ins to connect the neighbourhood’s watermain system to Metro Vancouver’s Annacis No. 4 transmission main. Completion of the project is required to provide adequate flows to support upcoming development. Land required for the station shall be acquired through development re-zoning.

Location
Thompson Gate and Boundary Road.

General Considerations

• Vehicle and pedestrian traffic may be limited or altered at times.
• Businesses and residents will be notified in advance of work that may impact them.

Capital Funding
$1,500,000

Estimated Completion Date
Winter 2021

Project Manager
Roger Keating
roger.keating@richmond.ca
604-247-4927