Metrolinx, the operator of GO, has announced that works on transferring overhead utilities underground at Station Street and East of Westney Road in Ajax was scheduled to start on Thursday May 11.
The work is part of the GO Expansion project to Bowmanville. Crews will be mobilizing to take overhead utilities and transfer them underground to remove overhead cable conflicts over the Metrolinx Lakeshore East corridor, said Metrolinx.
The work start date is tentative and may be rescheduled due to a variety of factors, Metrolinx pointed out.
It said GO service is expanding with more frequent service, more stations, cleaner technology, and more connections. The goal is to deliver over 10,000 train trips a week, transforming the GO rail network from a commuter service into an all-day, rapid system.
Metrolinx said crews will be on site between the hours of 7am to 6pm. Standard construction noise will remain within the allowable municipal by-law limits.
There are no anticipated traffic impacts from the upcoming works. However, there will be some impact to residents along Knapton Avenue, but access to the green space along Knapton Avenue and Cedar Street will not be impeded.
“As we work to improve transit in your community you may have questions or need to get in touch with us. We have a dedicated community engagement team in place to work with residents and businesses in Durham Region,” said Metrolinx.
To learn more about Bowmanville extension call 416-202-3900 or write to DurhamRegion@metrolinx.com and check out Metrolinx.com/BowmanvilleExtension.