We have a productive year planned for 2022. See below for a list of capital projects to watch for this year.
New Aquatic and Arenas Recreation Centre |
Progress continues on the development of the new recreation centre. Visit https://www.citypa.ca/en/parks-recreation-and-culture/arena-aquatics-recreation-centre.aspx for complete details and project updates.
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Little Red River Park Phase 1 Developments |
Little Red River Park The recommendations on the additional amenities and improvements align with recommendations from the Little Red River Masterplan funded by the City. Total Cost: $146 800 Scope of work: Parking and Parking Lot Lighting Improvements Over 100 parking stalls will be added at Little Red at the following locations:
Parking Lot Lighting improvements - $70,000
450 m stretch of newly paved pathway which connects the Cosmo Lodge, Rotary Adventure Park (still under construction), and Toboggan Hill areas within this section of the park. The new asphalt pathway will also help to stabilize and reduce the concerns with erosion along the river bank.
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Senior Residence Sidewalk Replacement Program |
The Senior Residence Sidewalk Replacement Program is a priority list of sidewalks that are around senior residences that would benefit the most from a sidewalk replacement Total Cost: $46 500 Scope of work: Replacing 46 Panels.
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New Landfill Cell |
The two cells for general municipal solid waste at the landfill, 1A and 2A, are reaching capacity. In 2021, work will be completed to expand Cell 1B and retrofit Cell 1A, 2A and 1B. This work will generate an estimated 20 years of waste capacity at the current 5 year average of 80,746 tonnes per year. The survey data has determined that approximately 60,400 cubic meters of airspace was consumed over a year from 2019 to 2020. The expanded Cell 1B will be built to handle hydrocarbon and municipal solid waste. The projected budget for the landfill cell expansion is $6.33 million. The work at the landfill is expected to be complete by the fall of 2021. What can be expected: In 2021, cell 1B will The 2021 project scope will include earthwork, clay liner, HDPE liner, drainage aggregate and leachate collection system. Disruptions: The work at the landfill is not expected to have any impact on landfill operations. |
Paving and Utility Replacement Program |
Each year streets are identified to be repaved and underground utilities replaced. Please see the Paving and Utility Replacement Program page for a complete list of streets identified for 2021. |
Rotary Adventure Park at Little Red |
Rotary Adventure ParkLatest Updates:
Wed May 25, 2022: Canadian Recreation Solutions contractor is on-site and will be working the next 2-3 days organizing the work site while the numerous amounts of play equipment for install get moved to the location. Tues May 24, 2022: Ground Breaking at Little Red River Park. Read the full media release here.
History: On March 1, 2020, the Rotary Club of Prince Albert celebrated its 100th anniversary as a service club in Prince Albert. As its legacy or Centennial Project, they want to spearhead and fund (65%) of an upgrade in Playground structure at Little Red River Park. The objective is to replace and refurbished existing infrastructure, add additional infrastructure and replace and expand playground Facilities. Total Cost: $1.2M Partnerships:
Scope of work: Objective is to replace and refurbished existing infrastructure, add additional infrastructure and replace and expand playground Facilities. Steps:
Time frame: Construction to begin in the Fall, 2021 and is scheduled to be completed by July 1, 2022
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2022 Projects Completed
Raw Water Pump House | ||||||
This video is courtesy of PCL Construction.
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Marquis Road West Extension | ||||||
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Little Red Pedestrian Bridges | ||||||
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James Isbister Park: Alfred’s Basketball And Skateboard Playground | ||||||
Completed: August 2022 News Release September 13, 2022
Macarthur Drive, West Flat Total Cost of improvements: $300 000 Partnerships:
Scope of work: James Isbister has been highlighted in the State of the Playgrounds report update in 2021 as a playground/park requiring immediate updating and refurbishment. The site currently houses a single 25 plus year old play structure to be removed and a partially finished basketball court with old worn equipment. Improvements:
Time frame: June 2022 and look for a completion date of mid-July – weather always plays a factor. Firm dates will be confirmed in 2022 prior to start of construction season.
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Crescent Heights Spray Park | ||||||
Completed: August 2022 News Release September 15, 2022
Total Cost: $320 000 Partnerships:
Scope of work: The proposed spray park will replace the paddling pool at this location and will serve as another positive addition to the recreation amenities and programs provided thru out the City. Time frame: June 2022 and look for a completion date of end of July or sooner. |
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Carlton Park Pickle Ball/Basketball courts |
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Address:2014 Dunn Drive Total Cost of improvements: $160 000 Partnerships:
Scope of work: Convert a hockey rink over to a basketball court and pickle ball court for the summer months in lieu of a playground. Improvements:
Completed in the fall of 2022. |
2021 Projects Completed
Party City Outdoor Gym at Alfred Jenkins Field House |
The outdoor gym area would be one of the final phases of the Alfred Jenkins field house. It would be located at the South East side of the facility and would include a variety of outdoor fitness components within the 6100 sq ft of project space. Construction begins June 1, 2021 and is scheduled to be completed end of Fall 2021 |
AC Howard Park, Bliss Crescent |
AC Howard Park was prioritized for replacement in the City's State of the Playgrounds report which is a comprehensive inventory and analysis of the City’s 29 playgrounds. Completed by the Parks division it provides a condition report on each play structure identifying recent improvements and setting a priority rating for replacement. The replacement of the playground structure at AC Howard park provides the neighbourhood with an innovative modern playground mixed with natural play components within the play spaces. Construction began mid-June, 2021 and was complete in mid-July 2021. |
15th Street from 1-6 Ave Paving and Widening |
Roadway reconstruction on 15th Street East from 1st to 6th Avenue East is now complete. What can be expected: The project scope included: 1. Street widening to include a 3rd lane in both directions of travel. Timeline: The project started June 7, 2021and was opened in Mid-September.
Media Release: Paving Complete, All Lanes Open on 15th Street
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