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 Asphalt Patching
Asphalt patching is the repair and replacement of asphalt sections that have been cut out for utility line repairs. The section is filled in with gravel until the area can be patched with asphalt and resealed.
 Crack Sealing
Cracks in pavement develop as moisture penetrates the surface. Failure to seal cracks as they develop can result in further cracking, potholes and eventual pavement breakdown. Crack sealing is a hot polymer application that minimizes water from infiltrating the pavement underlay.
 Dust Control
Calcium chloride is applied to gravel roads and lanes throughout town to minimize the dust on the surface of the road. The dust control program commences in late spring after the road is dry and compact. Extended winter seasons and heavy rain in spring will cause a delay to the program.
 Road Grading
Each spring and fall, when roadways are dry and compact, the gravel roads and lanes throughout town are graded and re-gravelled. Extended winter seasons and heavy rainfalls will cause a delay to the program.
 Pothole Patching
Freeze/thaw cycles, rainy weather and traffic volumes all contribute to the development of potholes. Town crews begin pothole patching in early spring when roadways are dry, and the snowmelt has drained. Priority is given to driving lanes on priority streets.
 Line Painting
Lane lines, edge lines, centre lines and crosswalks are repainted annually to increase visibility and safety. There are not specific dates for line painting as the work is weather dependent. The roadways must be dry and swept so the paint has a relatively clean and dry surface to adhere to.
 Sweeping
Street sweeping starts in early spring, after all the snowmelt has drained. During the first couple of weeks, crews will focus on quickly removing the heavier dirt and debris that has built up over the winter season. Street sweeping is continued through the summer months to remove the finer sand and clean the streets.
 Sidewalk and Curb and Gutter Repairs
Sidewalks and curb and gutters are inspected annually and scheduled for repair based on the severity of the damage and the current budget. Sections of sidewalks and curb and gutters that have been cut out for utility line repairs will be repaired as soon as weather conditions are favorable (usually May to October).
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