Investing Responsibly: $8.9 Million for Road Rehabilitation and Repair in Wards 8, 9, and 10

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$36.6 Million to be Invested in 2026; $8.9 Million Across Wards 8, 9, and 10

Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens, Ward 8 Councillor Gary Kaschak, Ward 9 Councillor Kieran McKenzie, and Ward 10 Councillor Jim Morrison, along with City administration have announced approximately $8.9 million in investments in road rehabilitation, reconstruction, and replacement projects in 2026 for Wards 8, 9, and 10. The 2026 projects will address a blend of local, collector, and arterial roads through a mix of milling and paving asphalt resurfacing and road reconstruction work, which will extend the useful life of the roads by approximately 10 to over 20 years respectively.

The update comes as part of the works covered in the City’s 2026 budget. City Council approved the budget with a 0% municipal tax levy increase and a $2.26 billion 10-year capital plan, along with the largest road rehabilitation and repair program in the City’s history. For 2026, the budget includes over $317 million for capital investments, with $163.8 million allocated for roads.

For all projects listed, unless otherwise noted, there will be some degree of road closures with local access maintained where feasible.

Highlights of Ward 8 Road Works with Approximately $3.5 Million in 2026:

Tecumseh Road East — Rivard Avenue to Balfour Boulevard. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 1, 2026, with expected completion by June 29, 2026. Lane closures should be expected; however, at least one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction wherever possible.
North Service Road East — Pillette Road to east of Clemenceau Boulevard. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence September 14, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026. Night work has been scheduled to minimize traffic disruptions during daytime peak periods and reduce impacts to commuters and nearby businesses. Watch for and obey flag persons during the nighttime work.
Jefferson Boulevard Service Road — Jefferson Boulevard to Haig Avenue. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026.
Queen Elizabeth Drive — Rivard Avenue to Clemenceau Boulevard. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by September 4, 2026. Lane closures should be expected, and flag persons will be on site to direct traffic. Work is scheduled to be completed during the summer months when school is out to minimize impacts on school‑related traffic and pedestrian activity.
Seminole Street — Pillette Road to Norman Road. Road reconstruction, including replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new asphalt roadway. Project is planned to commence in fall 2026.

Highlights of Ward 9 Road Works with Approximately $2.1 Million in 2026:

Rhodes Drive — Pillette Road to Jefferson Boulevard; as well as Jefferson Boulevard — Rhodes Drive to South Service Road East. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 1, 2026, with expected completion by June 29, 2026. Lane closures should be expected, and flag persons will be on site to direct traffic.
Dougall Parkway eastbound off‑ramp (eastbound to Sixth Concession Road); as well as Dougall Parkway westbound on‑ramp (Sixth Concession Road to Dougall Parkway westbound). Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 1, 2026, with expected completion by June 29, 2026. The ramps are expected to be closed between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. and open during peak times. Please obey the posted detours.
Kenilworth Drive — South Cameron Boulevard to Geraldine Crescent. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026.
Liberty Street — Ouellette Avenue to Victoria Boulevard. Road reconstruction, including replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new concrete roadway. Project is planned to commence in fall 2026.

Highlights of Ward 10 Road Works with Approximately $3.3 Million in 2026:

Dominion Boulevard — south of Northwood Street to Grand Marais Road West. This project will consist of a combination of surface asphalt milling and paving and concrete panel repairs. Project is planned to commence August 3, 2026, with expected completion by September 4, 2026. Lane closures should be expected; however, at least one lane of traffic will be maintained in each direction wherever possible.
Labelle Street — Dominion Boulevard to Askin Avenue. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by August 3, 2026. Lane closures should be expected, and flag persons will be on site to direct traffic.
Langlois Avenue — Grand Marais Road East to North Service Road. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 1, 2026, with expected completion by June 29, 2026.
Mangin Crescent — Northway Avenue to Northway Avenue; as well as Daytona Avenue — Totten Street to Malden Road. Full‑depth asphalt milling and paving. Project is planned to commence June 29, 2026, with expected completion by October 30, 2026.
Randolph Avenue — Algonquin Street to Totten Street; as well as E.C. Row Avenue West — Virginia Park Avenue to east of Rockwell Boulevard. Road reconstruction, including replacement of curbs, sidewalks, and residential driveways, followed by construction of a new asphalt roadway. Project is planned to commence in fall 2026.

The City of Windsor’s increase in total annual capital investment is 162% since 2016. With a focus on responsible investments and city-building, City Council approved a fiscally responsible and ambitious 2026 City of Windsor Budget that includes the following:

0% municipal tax levy increase
$2.26 billion 10-year capital budget; the largest in the City’s history
Largest road rehabilitation and repair program in the City’s history
$163.8 million for roads
$60.0 million for sewers
$29.2 million for community services (parks, recreation, facilities, and culture)
$5.4 million capital investment in public transit
Anticipated added tax revenue of $5 million from new development and growth
Significant projects supporting development around the NextStar Energy battery manufacturing facility; the site of the future Fancsy Family Hospital; and further development of the Sandwich South lands, including servicing airport lands
Continued focus on investment, growth, and sustainability
Continued strategic management of reserves, debt levels, and debt servicing from non-tax revenue sources

Learn more about Infrastructure Services projects on our Construction and Detours page.

For more information on City projects and services, visit CityWindsor.ca or contact 311.

Quotes:

“Through the approved 2026 City of Windsor Budget, we are focusing on Windsor’s long game, and Investing Responsibly to build a resilient, sustainable, and prosperous future for Windsorites. While maintaining a solid record of fiscal prudence and a commitment to delivering budgets that support our community’s growth, development, evolution, and quality of life, we are investing more in vital infrastructure than ever before. Over the last few weeks, we’ve announced over $15 million for road projects across Wards 1, 2, 3, and 4, and now we’re announcing $8.9 million to be invested across Wards 8, 9, and 10. The funded projects in these three additional wards will rehabilitate, reconstruct, or replace key roads that provide vital links between where residents live, work, and play. Investing Responsibly is about empowering progress, strategically bolstering and streamlining services, building a stronger city to protect our future, ensuring that Windsor remains one of the most affordable communities in Ontario, and making sure real progress is happening across the entire city.”
- Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens

“I’m pleased to announce these terrific upgrades and improvements on a couple vital roads as well as other residential roads in dire need. Kudos to City administration in working with me to improve vehicle and pedestrian traffic moving forward.”
- Councillor Gary Kaschak, Ward 8

“Ward 9 is the engine of Windsor’s future, anchored by the NextStar Energy battery facility and the future Windsor-Essex Acute Care Hospital. As our community grows, my priority is ensuring this development is supported by sustainable infrastructure that protects the quality of life for families in Windsor’s southeast. We have already seen the impact of massive infrastructure investments in Ward 9 through projects like the Cabana Road upgrades, the Howard Avenue and Provincial Road corridor improvements. I am also proud to have advocated for and secured support from the Mayor and members of Council for the forthcoming Twin Oaks secondary egress project, which is a vital safety priority. Coupled with essential drainage capacity improvements in Devonshire Heights, these projects serve as blueprints for how we must move forward, aligning economic development with infrastructure investment. I will continue to advocate for a sustainable approach to economic development where infrastructure investment matches the pace of growth, ensuring our residential, commercial and industrial corridors remain safe, efficient, and well-maintained for our community and particularly for the residents I am proud to represent.”
- Councillor Kieran McKenzie, Ward 9

“I am proud of what the Mayor and Council achieved together through the 2026 budget process. We’ve ensured continued fiscal responsibility while spending more than ever on infrastructure across the city. We’re experiencing incredible growth and development, which comes with the need for new infrastructure and to keep up with the wear and tear on busy roads in every ward. My ward is centrally located and has some of the city’s older infrastructure. We will benefit greatly from the $3.3 million that will be spent on key roads in our area.”
- Councillor Jim Morrison, Ward 10