Weekly traffic report: March 14 - 20

Reduced load restrictions are in effect in Kingston as of March 1. Heavy trucks and loads are restricted on City roads, where posted. These restrictions help reduce damage to roads in the spring. A complete list of roads with restrictions can be found in the Traffic Bylaw  

Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians: review the listing of streets and related messages below for travel information of interest to you.  

Road Closures   

• Aberdeen Street – William to Johnson – closed to accommodate construction activity and staging.
• Albert Street – Princess to 486 Albert – closed to accommodate construction activity and staging at 484 Albert St.

Parking Disruption  

The Hanson Memorial Parking Structure Restoration project is now underway. The work will take place throughout all levels of the building, and will include efforts such as routine structural maintenance, repainting, replacement of waterproofing materials, and upgrades to the building mechanical/electrical systems. The work is planned to begin the first week of February 2024 and conclude in July 2025. At all times during construction efforts are being made to ensure approximately 100 spaces remain available for parkers.     

Other Delays

• Front Road – Sand Bay to Country Club – expect delays for the installation of Sanitary and Water main for Utilities Kingston. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction.  Please be aware of lane shifts, traffic speed limits, and share the lane signage.
• Highway 2 – Abbey Dawn to St. Lawrence – expect delays to complete enhanced flood protection of Abbey Dawn Road, Highway 2, and St. Lawrence Avenue.
• Montreal Street – at John Counter - expect delays for upgrades to the intersection including new lighting, traffic signals, lanes, paving and signage to improve safety and efficiency for all road users and accommodate increased traffic from the Waaban Crossing.