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THUNDER BAY — City councillors representing Thunder Bay’s north core wards have expressed disappointment over a higher-than-estimated price tag for a major reconstruction of downtown streets, with some suggesting it could prompt council to reconsider ambitious designs for the area.
The city has budgeted over $8 million for the work in 2023, and is hoping to cover much of the remaining cost through grant applications to FedNor and the NOHFC for a total of $3 million.Coun. Brian Hamilton, whose McKellar ward includes the southern side of Red River Road, said he remains supportive of the project, but is concerned the rising costs could prompt second thoughts for other councillors.
“The cost increase has basically come from some of the enhanced streetscaping, which is going to help activate some of the programming that’s going to happen down here and the festival potential, and really support the business activity down here.” He’s concerned the price could rise further once digging begins, given the age of infrastructure in the area.
The city plans to expand pedestrian and public space, trimming Red River to two lanes and reducing parking.
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