City crews begin annual cleanup to clear winter sand, improve safety, and protect local waterways

THUNDER BAY – CITY NEWS – With warmer weather finally settling in, Thunder Bay’s annual spring street sweeping program kicks off on Monday, April 28, as city crews hit the roads to clean up the sand and debris left behind by winter operations.

Downtown and Major Roads First

The first areas to be swept include downtown cores, arterial and collector streets, and bike lanes. Once those are completed, crews will move into residential neighbourhoods across the city.

“You’ll see our crews working across the city over the next several weeks,” said Ian Spoljarich, Manager of Roads. “Street sweeping keeps streets safe and clean by clearing lanes, improving visibility, reducing vehicle damage, and protecting our stormwater systems and local waterways.”

Safety First: Watch for Crews

Motorists and pedestrians are reminded to exercise extra caution near street sweeping equipment and to give crews the space they need to work safely.

Find Your Neighbourhood’s Schedule

Residents can check where their neighbourhood falls in the street sweeping rotation by visiting the City of Thunder Bay’s official website at thunderbay.ca/roads.

For more information or to ask questions about the schedule, residents can contact Roads Dispatch at 807-625-2195.