Back in March, a number of drivers reached out to Speakers Corner with concerns about what they claimed was the most pothole-ridden street in the city.
Unwin Avenue, stretching from Cherry Beach to Tommy Thompson Park, was peppered with deep craters, causing damage to numerous vehicles and hefty repair bills for their owners.
Fast forward to today, the scene is vastly different.
“Look at it now, we couldn’t be happier,” expressed Jason Singh, one of the concerned individuals who had brought attention to the issues on this street earlier in the year.
Following a report by CityNews highlighting the poor condition of Unwin Avenue, city crews swiftly took action. Not only did they repair the road, but they completely repaved it.
“They finished it much earlier than expected,” Singh remarked, referring to the initial timeline provided by the City, promising repairs by September.
City officials attributed the expedited work to coordinated maintenance efforts, including road grading, ditch enhancements, and resurfacing activities.
This project is just one of many undertaken by city road crews this summer to rectify the damage caused by a harsh winter.
By September, a substantial 206,948 potholes had been filled throughout the city, a notable increase from the previous year’s total of 202,250. This surge in repairs is credited to a 34% boost in the city’s budget for addressing potholes and road maintenance, which now stands at $6.2 million.
For regular commuters like Singh who traverse Unwin Avenue daily, the investment has been worthwhile.
“Action was necessary here, and they delivered,” Singh acknowledged, appreciating the City’s response.
If you’re aware of any potholes or problematic areas in your vicinity that still need attention, the City encourages residents to report such road concerns to 311.
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