The Township of Huron-Kinloss is preparing for a series of upcoming road reconstruction projects that are planned for the southwest area of Ripley, over the next several years. Our current plan is to complete these projects in multiple phases that include street upgrades to an urban design, which will include concrete curb and gutter, storm sewers and new sidewalks wherever possible


The areas for these reconstruction projects include Tain Street, McGill Street, Gladstone Street and Park Street. The Township intends to host an in-person information session for Phases 2-5 that is tentatively scheduled for 2024. We will notify residents when the Open House date is made available.

We understand the importance of this reconstruction project and how it may impact your property and street. Your feedback, comments and concerns are valuable to us and will help us shape the final design of this project. Bringing this feedback to us in advance is strongly recommended as soon as possible, as any significant changes to the design will likely not be possible after the final design is proposed at the Open House. The Open House will include further details on the proposed construction process.

You can provide comments and post any questions you have regarding this project on this engagement page and Township staff will respond accordingly. Alternatively, questions and concerns can be directed to John Yungblut, the Director of Public Works at jyungblut@huronkinloss.com or contact the Township Office at (519) 395-3735. Please note that John is currently working remotely, so phone calls will be returned as soon as possible.


Please be aware that the construction of each phase will be subject to Council approval and budget constraints. The timelines described in this letter are subject to change.

For Reference

The Town of Goderich recently completed street upgrades. The photos below are before and after images and provide an idea of what we will accomplish with the Ripley Southwest Street Reconstruction Project.

BEFORE

AFTER




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Updated Construction Plan:

Phase 1: Completed 2022

Phase 1 involved the installation of the trunk storm sewer south of Park St. This was completed in 2022.

Phase 2: Spring/Summer 2026

Phase 2 involves the reconstruction of Park St from Huron St to Gladstone. This phase was originally planned for 2024 but was postponed due to budget constraints. It was further postponed in 2025 to avoid unnecessary construction in Ripley during the 2025 Ripley Reunion.

Construction is now planned for Spring/Summer 2026 and may start as early as May 2026. See the Park Street Ripley Reconstruction Project for details and updates.

Phase 3: Planned for 2027

Phase 3 involves the reconstruction of James St and the east half of Tain St. It is currently planned for 2027

Phase 4: Planned for 2029

Phase 4 involves reconstruction of the west side of Tain St, McGill St and Gladstone. It is currently planned for 2029

Phase 5: Planned for 2030

Phase 5 involved the final top coat of asphalt to all roads listed to complete the project. This is currently planned for 2030.

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