Steady progress continues on the Wharton Street Revitalization Project, with several key milestones achieved in recent weeks and more exciting improvements underway as construction advances.
Here’s a look at some of the latest completed work:
Benches have been installed in the Memorial Park cenotaph plaza
Electrical crossing across Rosedale Avenue is complete
Curbs poured on Wharton Street east of Kelly Avenue
Sod installed in Memorial Park
Line painting completed on Wharton Street and Kelly Avenue
New fire hydrant installed at the Summerland Museum
𝐎𝐧𝐠𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤
• Significant progress is also taking place at the new Veterans Memorial Square (formerly Henry Avenue Plaza), located between Main Street and Wharton Street.
• Pavers and concrete work are complete, setting the stage for the upcoming installation of tables and benches.
• Surface and landscaping work continuing from Kelly Avenue to Victoria Road.
• Henry Avenue underground surfacing work progressing in preparation for the new washroom building (expected in late November or early December - weather dependent)
• Crews advancing electrical work at the east end of Smith Street, along Armstrong Avenue, and near the electrical sub-station.
𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 : 74% complete based on budget spend
We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as work continues. These improvements will help create a more vibrant, accessible, and welcoming downtown space for everyone to enjoy.
