The City of Grande Prairie is celebrating another successful capital construction year where many projects were undertaken to build and improve infrastructure and amenities throughout the City.
The City strategically invested $85.9 million in capital projects that support the entire community and enhance the quality of life for residents. The projects also create longevity and sustainability of services by improving existing infrastructure, enhancing recreation, and providing space for key services needed in the community.
Key projects undertaken this year include:
- Activity & Reception Centre
- North Bike Skills Park
- Coordinated Care Campus
- Downtown Streetscapes and Rehabilitation Project
- Maskwoteh Park Pedestrian Bridge
Other projects completed this year include:
- 23 km of road improvements
- 42 new pedestrian crossing signal poles at 16 locations
- 21 km of storm pipe inspections
- 6.7 km of sidewalk improvements
- 3.7 km of trails replaced
Some of the projects were made possible through access to provincial and federal grants totalling $31.7 million, of which $15.5 million was one-time emergency COVID-19 stimulus funding focused on investing in infrastructure and creating jobs.
To learn more about 2021 capital construction, view the wrap-up video, digital story map, or visit cityofgp.com/construction2021.