*Dates for all outdoor projects are weather-dependent. For your safety and the safety of the crews working, be patient, follow flag person directions and obey all barricades and signs.
| Timeline | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|
| August 10 - 16 | Pope Avenue (south of Sibbald Street) | Temporary road closure Beginning August 10, 2026, Professional Excavators and Construction Inc. will complete sanitary and water tie-in work, this work will require a temporary road closure Construction will include the removal and replacement of concrete curbs, sidewalks and paving, as well as sanitary and water connections to the main on Pope Avenue. Traffic impacts: Work will require a temporary road closure on Pope Avenue between Sibbald Street and 1 Street. Please watch for construction signage and use caution when travelling through the area. Construction schedule: |
| August 6 - 11 | River Avenue and Griffin Road | River Avenue and Griffin Road traffic signal improvements Beginning August 6, 2026, crews will install advanced left-turn signals at River Avenue and Griffin Road, with activation expected by approximately August 11. The new signals will provide protected northbound and southbound left turns, improving safety for drivers and pedestrians. A leading pedestrian interval will also give pedestrians a five-second head start before vehicles receive a green light. Traffic impacts: Significant impacts are not anticipated. Work will primarily take place from the boulevard or within a partial lane, allowing traffic to continue flowing. Construction schedule: |
| July 2026 | Fourth Avenue North | The sidewalk along the Fourth Avenue retaining wall North is temporarily closed to allow warranty repairs to the concrete surface on the wall. During construction, pedestrians will be directed along a detour route through the surrounding neighborhood and Kerfoot Park. Please follow all posted signage. Please note that access may change as work progresses and weather conditions may impact the construction schedule. Image  |
| July 6 2026 | Charlesworth Avenue and Railway Street | As part of the Town of Cochrane's Pedestrian Connectivity Enhancements Project, approved through the 2025 Capital Budget, sidewalk improvements will be completed to improve pedestrian safety, accessibility, and connectivity. Construction will occur in phases along sections of Charlesworth Avenue and Railway Street, and will include:
These improvements will enhance access between the Quarry lands, downtown Cochrane, Riverview, the east end, and surrounding industrial areas. Construction is expected to begin on July 6, 2026, and is anticipated to take approximately four weeks, weather permitting. During construction, businesses and visitors may experience:
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