Notice of Temporary Street Closure - Greenwood Drive

TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURE – CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES

Please be advised that, as part of the construction activities for the new elementary school located at 152 Greenwood Drive, a temporary street closure will be required on Greenwood Drive.

We understand that this work may cause temporary inconvenience and appreciate your patience and cooperation while the work is being completed.

Construction Schedule 

• Construction dates: November 16th to November 27th, 2026
• Street closure dates: November 16th to November 20th, 2026
• Working hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Dates are subject to change due to weather, site conditions, or unforeseen circumstances. Any significant changes will be communicated as required.

Street Closure Limits

The closure will extend from Greenwood Drive/Maplewood Drive to Greenwood Drive/Mandley Street on Greenwood Drive.

Appropriate traffic control, barricades, and signage will be installed to identify the closure limits.

Detour Route

During the closure, through traffic will be directed along the following detour route:

• Detour route: Greenwood Drive → Maplewood Ln → Greenwood Drive
• Please follow all posted detour signs and traffic control instructions.

Resident Access

Residents will continue to have access to their driveways and properties during the construction period. Access may be temporarily coordinated or delayed while construction activities are underway.

If any short-term restriction to driveway access becomes necessary, the construction team will coordinate with the affected residents in advance, wherever possible.

Please exercise caution when entering or leaving your property and follow the directions of on-site personnel.

Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the street closure or construction activities, please contact:

Township of Essa
Sarah Rear, CET – Engineering Coordinator
Phone: 705-424-9917 x103
Email: srear@essatownship.on.ca

Contractor: Rutherford Contracting Ltd.
Site Contact: Rick Hyde
Phone: 416-817-1902
Email: rhyde@ruthcon.ca

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we complete this work.