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Johnston Road Improvements
Johnston Road has reopened for Johnston Road Phase 2
Johnston Road has reopened after the completing all underground utility work. Minor works remain to be completed this year, and crews will be working Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with extended hours during evenings and weekends, as needed. One final and brief period of road closures will be required in the spring of 2025 to complete roadwork.
November 1, 2024 Update
Johnston Rd. – Fully Reopened, November 1
Following the completion of water main works and road paving, Johnston Rd. has reopened to traffic in both directions.
Minor work will continue on the project although roads closures are not expected. Traffic flow will be maintained by traffic control personnel.
Other upcoming work in the area, unrelated to Johnston Road Phase 2, include:
- November 4-15: BC Hydro will be placing concrete as part of their sidewalk restoration along Russell Avenue fronting 1492 Johnston Road
- November 12: Telus will perform utility work at their maintenance holes and service vaults around Thrift Avenue and Johnston Road
Road closures will be scheduled for a brief period in the spring of 2025 to complete remaining roadwork.
Bus Routes – Service Restoration, November 4
The following bus routes have detours in place: 321, 345, 350, 351, 354, 362, 363 with service restoration along Johnston Rd. scheduled for Monday, November 4. Visit translink.ca for more information on bus detours.
Staff will continue to post project updates when available.
Business will remain open during construction
Shop local! Businesses are open during construction. While we work to enhance our infrastructure, we encourage everyone to show support for our local businesses. By choosing to shop local, we can ensure the continued success of our community and keep the local economy strong.
Construction management strategies include:
- Maintaining clear and well-marked sidewalk access to businesses, along with directional signage
- Providing free parking in the vicinity to encourage patronage
- Seeking additional input and ideas from business owners and residents
Public Engagement
Learn more about the project and public outreach at talkwhiterock.ca/johnstonroad
Renderings
Below is an artistic rendering of Johnston Road improvements. There may be minor changes to the design.
FAQ's
The City is committed to supporting businesses in White Rock by creating opportunities through investment in capital projects that will continue to attract residents and visitors throughout our beautiful seaside community.
Our primary objective for the Johnston Road Phase 2 project is to improve the road and sidewalk (east side) for better safety, accessibility, and enjoyment of the downtown core and to create a distinct gateway into White Rock.
This project is a continuation of Phase 1 which was completed in 2018. The City is also taking the opportunity to upgrade its underground utilities which are reaching the end of their service life and require replacement and upsizing. These improvements will increase capacity and improve the reliability of the City’s infrastructure to better serve our growing community
- Significant upgrades and upsizing of storm and sanitary sewers.
- Watermain replacement and upsizing.
- Sidewalk replacements on the east side to improve accessibility and remove tripping hazards. Sidewalk on the west side will not be modified.
- Decorative mid-block pedestrian activated crosswalk with improved visibility for pedestrian safety.
- Improved transit stop heading north bound.
- Native vegetation and irrigation.
- Bike racks, seating areas, and garbage/recycling receptacles.
- Decorative street lighting (including hanging baskets with irrigation).
- Sidewalk drainage improvements.
The capital project is preliminary scheduled to start in March 2024 and take approximately 6 to 8 months to complete.
The City will make every effort to minimize the impact of construction on your daily routine and/or business. During construction, we will do our best to address your concerns.
Immediate concerns can be addressed to Engineering and Municipal Operations at 604-541-2181 or email capitalprojects@whiterockcity.ca
Pedestrians will continue to have full access to residences and businesses on both the east and west side of Johnston Road with various parking options available nearby. We recognize that the project may pose difficulties for residents and small businesses in the area.
This is why the City is actively exploring innovative construction management strategies to lessen these effects, including:
- Maintaining clear and well-marked sidewalk access to businesses, along with directional signage
- Providing free City parking in the vicinity to encourage patronage
During construction, there will be some noise as crews work on portions of the road surface. Crews will be working Monday to Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. with extended hours during evenings and weekends, as needed.
We apologize in advance for any inconvenience that comes with construction of a major capital project and appreciate your cooperation and patience. We will make every effort to minimize the impact of construction on your daily routine.
Free street parking is available on Russell Avenue, George Street, and Thrift Avenue (follow posted time-limit signs).
Free parkade parking is available at the underground parkade at the White Rock Community Centre (15154 Russell Avenue) and the parking lot at Russell Avenue and Johnston Road.
Contact
For additional information or concerns, contact the Project Manager at capitalprojects@whiterockcity.ca