Stephen Dasko

The City’s annual Spring Clean-up Program is getting underway on the City’s roads, sidewalks and boulevards.

This year’s program includes the following activities:

• Snow plow sod damage inspection and repair
• Pothole repair
• Sidewalk repair
• Litter clean-up
• Catch basin debris clean-up
• Priority stormwater inlet and outlet inspection and clearing
• Illegal sign removal
• Street sweeping

Snow Plow Sod Damage Inspection and Repair

Sod damage caused by trucks and sidewalk plows is commonly reported at this time of year. Sod can be damaged by equipment throughout the winter if the ground has not frozen or if grass has grown over the edges of the sidewalk. Sod damage caused by contractors is repaired at no additional cost to the City.

Residents can report snow plow sod damage by calling 3-1-1 or submitting a service request online. The area will be noted and inspected to determine if sod replacement or re-seeding is required. Repairs typically take place from May-June and September-October because of the cooler temperatures.

Pothole Repair

Potholes are identified proactively through regular patrolling of City roads. Staff take advantage of milder weather to address pothole damage early in the season whenever possible.

Residents can report potholes by calling 3-1-1 or submitting a request online. The area will be inspected within three business days and made safe. If additional repairs are required, they will be completed on a priority basis as a part of our regular maintenance schedule.

Sidewalk Inspection and Repair

Each year, we hire college and university engineering students to inspect our sidewalk network. Starting in May, these staff will walk every city owned sidewalk in the City and record deficiencies. Residents can also report sidewalk damage by calling 3-1-1 or submitting a request online.  The area will be inspected within three business days and made safe. If additional repairs are required, they will be scheduled based on priority, and less severe defects may take more than 24 months to be completed.

Litter Clean-up

Crews are responding to requests to clear debris and litter on the road allowance. Residents can report litter or dumping on the road allowance by calling 3-1-1 or submitting a request online.

Residents should call the Ministry of Transportation at 1-800-268-4686 to report litter on the QEW or 400 series highways and ramps.

Catch Basin Debris Clean-up

Crews have also begun to clear surface debris from catch basin grates to ensure stormwater can flow freely. Residents can report any build-up of debris, such as leaves, by calling 3-1-1.

Priority Stormwater Inlet and Outlet Inspection and Clearing

All priority stormwater inlets and outlets will be inspected and cleared to ensure our stormwater system is operating at full capacity. These inlets and outlets will be inspected on a monthly basis.

Illegal Sign Removal

Illegal signs are collected regularly as a part of routine work. Residents can also report illegal signs or stickers at any time by calling 3-1-1 or submitting a request online.

Our next city-wide illegal sign blitz is scheduled for May. Dedicated crews will focus on arterial and major collector roads first and will move into collector roads if time permits.

Street Sweeping and Boulevard/Island Flushing

Our annual Spring Street Sweeping Program is expected to begin in April, weather permitting. We will share more details about this program as dates are confirmed.

On Friday, March 28, from 9:00am to 11:00am, please expect a brief water outage and loss of water pressure while we work in your area.  If we need to reschedule this work due to weather or other circumstances, we will let you know the new date and time.

Property owner/manager responsibilities during a water interruption

As a property owner/manager, it is your responsibility to:

• Ensure maintenance, mechanical or plumbing staff are on site during the water interruption, as it may affect internal systems that rely on water such as boilers, fire suppression, and alarms.
• Notify the fire alarm company if the interruption could affect an alarm system.
• Have a fire watch completed during the water interruption, as the building’s sprinkler protection system will not function when the water supply is shut off.

After the test shutdown

When we turn the water back on, air in the pipes may make the water cloudy and your plumbing may vibrate or make noise. We recommend removing the air by slowly turning on your taps from the lowest to the highest faucet in the building (that is, starting in the basement/first floor, and finishing on the top floor). You will likely need to run the water for 10 to 30 seconds. Run the water until it is clear, and any vibration or noise has stopped.

Important note

After the water is turned back on, we recommend checking the water meter (usually located in the basement). If it is leaking, call Water Meter Installations Dispatch at:

• 905-791-7800, extension 3226 (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. – Monday to Friday)
• 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Construction Inspections

Engineering Technical Services Division

Operations Support, Public Works

Email: zzgetsdevadmin@peelregion.ca

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 3246 / 3247 (8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. – Monday to Friday)

Phone: 905-791-7800 extension 4409 (after hours or statutory holidays)

 

INTERRUPTION DETAILS

Date and Time: Friday, March 28, from 9:00am to 11:00am

Location:  725 Village Green Blvd, Mississauga

Affected Addresses: 731-803 Village Green Blvd, 1174-1244 Parkwest Pl, 1194-1246 Upper Village Dr                                                           

Project #:  C-600135

Regional Inspector: Phemelo Mpoloka

Telephone # 437-220-8917

905-791-7800 ext. 3246/3247

 

 

During the March 19, 2025 Council meeting, Mississauga City Council approved the transfer of waste collection services from the Region of Peel to the City of Mississauga. The motion also supported similar transfers to the City of Brampton and Town of Caledon. At Regional Council on March 20, 2025, Peel Council passed a similar resolution. The transition date, set for January 1, 2026, will need to be confirmed by a Transition Committee.

Waste collection includes curbside collection of residential waste, recycling and organics as well as collection from multi-residential buildings. The transfer provides the City with an opportunity to gain efficiencies that have a potential for savings, and a collection service that is better coordinated with other municipal services.

Watch the City of Mississauga Council discussion.

Mississauga currently delivers more than 200 programs and services, making this transfer a step in the right direction to eliminate service duplication. Last year, Mississauga assumed responsibility over land-use planning from the Region, giving the City full authority to decide where homes, businesses, and parks should be built.

Next steps

To facilitate the transfer, a Transition Committee comprised of staff from the Region of Peel, City of Mississauga, City of Brampton, and Town of Caledon, will be created to develop a transition plan that targets an implementation date of January 1, 2026. The Committee will also work out details regarding funding transfers, service levels, and operational logistics. In addition, the City will engage in discussions with the Region and the other municipalities to develop a staff transition plan.

What residents can expect

The City is committed to ensuring a seamless transfer of waste collection services – through efficient and effective service delivery. In the coming months, detailed information will be provided to residents and businesses regarding any changes to waste services, with regular updates throughout the transition period.

Until further notice, residents should follow their current weekly waste collection schedule, guidelines, and by-law information about current waste collection services. For more information, visit peelregion.ca/waste.

Quotes

“I’m pleased to see Regional Council’s unanimous support for this transition, which I’ve personally been a strong advocate for. Bringing waste collection to the city level is a practical step that will allow Mississauga to better meet the unique needs of our community. We recognize the immense value of this change, and I’m confident it will lead to more efficient and effective waste collection services and significant savings for our residents in the long run.”- Mayor Carolyn Parrish

“Transitioning waste services to the municipal level is a logical step forward. This shift allows us to tailor waste management needs to our community, ensuring efficiency in service delivery. In Mississauga, we’re dedicated to providing high-quality services for both residents and businesses and have a strong track record of doing so. Our goal is to ensure collection services continue seamlessly as we take on new responsibilities from the Region.” – Geoff Wright, City Manager and Chief Administrative Officer