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Road closure on Highway 670 for culvert replacement
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The City of Grande Prairie is conducting essential culvert replacement work on Highway 670, necessitating a road closure between Range Road 55 and Range Road 54. The closure begins on August 7 at 5 a.m. and is expected to conclude by August 9 at 10 p.m. This work is critical to…
68 Avenue road rehabilitation construction begins early next week
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The City of Grande Prairie begins construction on 68 Avenue early next week.  The project includes milling the existing road surface, applying new pavement, spot replacing concrete curb and sidewalks, performing minor repairs to storm sewer infrastructure, re-establishing…
City Downgrades Fire Ban to Fire Restriction
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Effective Monday, July 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m., the City of Grande Prairie Fire Department has downgraded the current Fire Ban to a Fire Restriction due to recent precipitation, while still recognizing the high community fire risk. During this period, stringent fire-related…
City Council highlights for the meeting held July 29, 2024
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Reports Council received the verbal Emergency Management Update report for information.  Committee Business Council approved the reallocation of existing capital funds for Nitehawk to operating funds. Council approved the National Aboriginal Hockey Championships legacy…
Sidewalk repairs on 100 Avenue scheduled for July 31
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Starting Wednesday, July 31, sidewalk paving stones on 100 Avenue, east of 102 Street on the south side of the road, will undergo repairs. The project, carried out by a land developer, is expected to last 4 to 6 weeks. Construction will take place on the south side of 100 Avenue…
Changes to traffic flow at 116 Avenue and 102 Street intersection starting tonight, traffic south of intersection closing
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The City of Grande Prairie is notifying motorists and commuters of a traffic flow change at the intersection of 116 Avenue and 102 Street, beginning tonight, Monday, July 29.  The project is essential for the installation of underground utilities connecting pipes to the new…
Tree replacement on 100 Avenue begins today
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In accordance with the contract warranty from the Downtown Rehabilitation and Streetscapes Project, the City of Grande Prairie will begin replacing several unhealthy trees along 100 Avenue starting today.  Work is taking place on the west side of 100 Avenue at 102 Street,…
Bridge repair and maintenance program soon underway in Grande Prairie
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The City of Grande Prairie begins its annual Bridge Repair and Maintenance Program on July 26. This initiative aims to ensure the safety, functionality, and longevity of the city’s bridge infrastructure by addressing various repair needs at several identified locations…
Annual aquatics maintenance shutdown begins September 3
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The Eastlink Centre annual maintenance shutdown is scheduled to take place from September 3-27.   The shutdown maintenance helps ensure the facility’s longevity by completing preventative work, repairs, a deep clean and upgrades to amenities. By prioritizing repairs and…
2024 Resident Satisfaction Survey Results Now Available
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The results of the City of Grande Prairie’s 2024 Resident Satisfaction Survey are now available to review.  Completed from May 13 to 31, 2024, the survey collected an unbiased assessment of how satisfied residents are with municipal services. The survey’s findings were…
Celebrate Municipal Government Day with the City of Grande Prairie
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All members of the community are invited to join the City of Grande Prairie on Thursday, June 27 for an afternoon of free, fun-filled celebrations at Municipal Government Day as we highlight all the municipality has to offer and give back to the community. The event takes place…
City Council Highlights for June 4, 2019
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on June 4, 2019: Delegations Members of the community attended as delegates regarding accessible transportation. Resolution for AUMA Convention Council approved the submission of the resolution on Children’s Health Care…
Muskoseepi Park and Maskwoteh Park Playground Projects Nearing Completion
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Playground projects in Muskoseepi Park and Maskwoteh Park are scheduled to be open to public later this summer as final construction commences. Muskoseepi Park Completion of construction on the Muskoseepi Park playground project officially started up again on May 30. Contractors…
Update: City and Disabled Transportation Society Board to Meet Thursday
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The City of Grande Prairie is working with the Disabled Transportation Society to ensure accessible transportation services remain in our community and the region. Representatives from the City of Grande Prairie and Disabled Transportation Services board members are meeting…
City’s Road Rehabilitation Program Phase 1 Set to Begin June 3
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The first phase of the City’s annual Road Rehabilitation program is set to begin on June 3 with construction on the following roadways: 104 Avenue between 110 Street and 116 Street and 100 Avenue Services Road June 3 to June 25, 2019 107 Avenue between 108 Street and 110…
City of Grande Prairie Committed to Accessible Transportation for Residents
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The City of Grande Prairie is committed to supporting modes of accessible transportation in our community and the region. Our main focus is always on the users of the service. We want to ensure first priority routes that meet vital needs such as medical appointments, education…
Registration Open for the City of Grande Prairie’s 2019 Summer Camps
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Start planning your summer- registration is open for the City of Grande Prairie’s 2019 Summer Camps! The City is proud to offer a fun selection of summer camps across our many facilities. A variety of camps are available for children with interests in athletics, recreation or…
Opioid Crisis Education Sessions Being Hosted at the Grande Prairie Public Library
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The Grande Prairie Community Opioid Response Task Force is hosting multiple opioid crisis education sessions in the coming weeks to provide education and resources to members of the community impacted by the crisis. Two sessions are being held, with each session focusing on…
Fire Ban in Effect
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All burning is suspended within the City of Grande Prairie. No new open burning permits will be issued until conditions improve in the City and GP Forest Area. Fire Ban includes the following but is not limited: All opening burning Consumer fireworks and exploding targets…
City Council Highlights for May 21, 2019
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting held on May 21, 2019: June 3, 2019 – Council Meeting Change of Date The next City Council meeting date has been changed. The meeting is now scheduled for June 4, 2019 at 3:00 p.m. in Council Chambers located in City Hall.…