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Traffic Signal Upgrade Project at Broadway St. & Myrtle Ave

The Traffic Signal Upgrade Project aims to enhance traffic flow, improve safety for both motorists and pedestrians and modernize the current traffic signal system. This project reflects the City’s commitment to maintaining and improving our infrastructure to meet the needs of our growing community.

The tentative start date for this project is August 12, 2024. The project is anticipated to last approximately 4 – 6 weeks, weather-dependent.

Traffic Accommodation Plan:

To minimize disruption and...

2024 Water Main Flushing Program

Yorkton residents and business! 

The Public Works Department will begin a water main flushing program on Sunday, August 11, at 8 P.M Starting in the south west corner of the city. This is an essential maintenance procedure, to remove the rust and sediment that has accumulated in the water mains.

For about 12 days from 8 P.M to 6 A.M, each evening during the week, our city crews will be hard at work ensuring water distribution system is in top shape for fire fighters, residents, and businesses.

2024 Maintenance to the Water Tower

You may have noticed our city's tallest sign has gotten a bit easier to read recently. That's right, the Water Tower is currently getting a makeover! We're doing some much-needed paint touch-ups, equipment repairs and replacements, and even upgrading the flight beacon.

But don’t worry, your water service will continue as usual without interruption.

Here’s a fun fact: Our Water Tower stands at a whopping 48 meters tall! That’s roughly the same height as Niagara Falls! Now that’s some towering...

Adjusted Services and Holiday Hours for Saskatchewan Day, August 5

The City of Yorkton will have a number of adjusted hours of operation on Saskatchewan Day, Monday, August 5, 2024. 

City Hall 

• Closed on Monday, August 5, 2024 and will reopen Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 8 a.m. 

Public Works 

• Closed on Monday, August 5, 2024 and will reopen Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 7 a.m.
  Report a Concern online or for immediate emergencies dial 306-786-1760.

Garbage and Recycling Collections 

• There are no changes to residential garbage collection 
• There are no changes to residential...

2024 Asphalt Crack Sealing Program

The 2024 asphalt pavement crack sealing program is now underway. Crack sealing will be complete over the next four weeks, pending weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.

As of July 24, 2024 these streets are going to receive crack sealing:

• Darlington Street
• Downtowns Avenues
• Portions of Smith Street
• Portions of Betts Avenue
• Portions of 4th Avenue North
• Mayhew Avenue
• York Road East
• Gladstone Avenue North (if there’s time left)
• Other streets may be added to this list if time permits

The...