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Upcoming Events

• Career Opportunity - Student Labourer (Public Works/Parks)

  The District of Houston is seeking qualified applicants for a temporary full-time Student Labourer position beginning as soon as possible to September 4, 2026.

  Click here to review the full posting and job description.

  Closing Date: May 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM

  11th Street Road Closure & Water Tie-In - May 27-June 10, 2026

  NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION
  Dates: May 27-June 10, 2026
  Location: 11th Street between Butler Ave & Avalon Ave
  Work Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

  The District of Houston advises that contractors will be completing water, sanitary, and storm tie-ins along 11th Street beginning Wednesday, May 27 for two weeks.

  Please plan ahead, follow posted signs, and obey all traffic control personnel.

  Work Schedule & Impacts (May 27-June 10)
  - Full road closure: 11th Street between Butler Avenue & Avalon Avenue
  - Detour route: Butler Avenue à Riverbank Drive à Poplar Street à Omineca Way (through the fire gate and into Avalon Avenue)

  Water Shut-Off (Dates To Be Determined)
  - Water tie-ins will require water shut-off to the surrounding area.
  - The impacts of the water tie-in will be announced as soon as details are available.

  What to Expect
  - Local traffic detours.
  - Fenced pedestrian walkways and sidewalk closures.
  - Increased heavy equipment activity, traffic, noise, and dust.

  Thank you for your patience and cooperation while this work is completed.

  Questions? Contact the District office at (250) 845-2238 or doh@houston.ca.

  Water Shut-Off & Road Closure - May 20, 2026

  The District of Houston will be completing an emergency water line repair at 2035 Sullivan Way (Nadina Apartments) on Wednesday, May 20, 2026.

  Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
  Start Time: 8:00 AM
  Location: 2035 Sullivan Way (Nadina Apartments)

  Water Service Interruption
  Water will be shut off starting at 8:00 AM and will remain off until repairs are completed (this may take most of the day).

  Road Closure
  Pearson Road will be fully closed at the work site for the duration of the repair. Please use alternate routes to access your residence.

  After Service is Restored
  Once water service resumes, notice will be posted on the District of Houston Facebook page and website. If your water appears cloudy, please run your tap until it clears.

  Questions? Contact the District Office at 250-845-2238. We appreciate your patience and understanding while this important repair is completed.

  PUBLIC NOTICE - Sewer Main Flushing Underway

  May 6, 2026: The District will be conducting routine flushing of the sanitary sewer main lines over the next 2–3 weeks throughout the community.

  What you need to know:
  - Please keep your toilet lids closed, especially if your home does not have a check valve installed on your sewer line.
  - Watch for our Vactor truck and crews working on roadways. Many sewer manholes are located directly in the street.
  - Please drive with caution around work areas and give operators plenty of space to work safely.

  We appreciate your cooperation as we carry out this important maintenance to keep our system running smoothly.

  PUBLIC NOTICE - Steelhead Park Playground Construction

  Construction of the new Steelhead Park Playground is scheduled to begin the week of May 4.

  During construction, portions of the parking lot will be restricted to accommodate equipment and materials. Access to the existing playground will be closed for the duration of the project, with project completion expected in June.

  Please respect all posted signage and closures while work is underway to ensure the safety of the public and construction crews.

  Click here to review the full notice.

   

   

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