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Thunder Bay and Kingston Launch Challenge Between Two Cities

Commuter Challenge is heating up in two Ontario cities. Yesterday, Kingston Mayor Bryan Paterson challenged Thunder Bay’s Mayor Bill Mauro to a friendly competition between the two cities.

On Twitter, Mayor Paterson wrote, “#CommuterChallenge2019 #YGK had the highest participation rate for a Canadian mid-sized city for 5 years. Last year we were bested by @CityThunderBay. Looking forward to reclaiming our spot! Mayor Mauro, how do you feel about a friendly challenge? Is the sleeping giant up for it?”

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Residents Invited to Celebrate National Public Works Week

Residents are invited to celebrate National Public Works Week at a free open house this weekend that will highlight and celebrate the work that public servants do to keep our city running. 

The open house for residents will take place on Saturday, May 25, from 11 am – 2 pm at the Mountdale Public Works Yard, 410 Mountdale Ave. The open house will feature: 

• Vehicle displays of a garbage truck, snow plow, tree truck, excavator, front-end      loader, transit bus, the Python 5000, and more
• Barbecue...

Motorists to Exercise Extra Caution in Construction Zones

The City is reminding motorists to exercise extra caution in construction zones by slowing down and driving safely.

Spring marks the start of a busy road construction season and projects will increase in the coming weeks. Construction crews are required to follow strict safety protocols and traffic control measures. Members of the public are asked to also do their part to keep workers and other travelers safe.

When approaching construction zones, motorists are asked to: 

• Slow down and proceed with...

Reduced Load Restrictions Will Be Lifted Tuesday

The Reduced Load Restrictions that were implemented on March 15 within the city will be lifted on Tuesday, May 21 at 8 am. 

Restrictions are put in place annually to protect city roads from damage during the spring thaw. Cooperation from residents helps prevent excessive damage to streets.

For more information, visit: thunderbay.ca/heavyloads

 

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Contact: David Binch, Traffic Technologist – Engineering, 625-2265

One Extra Item of Garbage Allowed Next Week

The City will allow residents to put out a third item of garbage with no tag on the first collection date after the Victoria Day holiday.

Residents are reminded to still try and reduce waste by using the six R’s:

• Rethink: Think about waste before you buy. Avoid ‘disposable’ products.
• Refuse: Say no to plastic bags in stores – bring your own instead.
• Reduce: Take reusable containers and bags instead of disposable ones.
• Reuse: Charitable organizations and thrift shops can take reusable items you no...