Village of Fingal Reconstruction

Dear Fingal Resident,

The Township of Southwold will soon begin major reconstruction work in Fingal. This notice provides important details about the project and how construction may impact you.

Project Details

• Project Name: Village of Fingal Reconstruction
• Location: Fingal Line, Union Road, Fowler Street, and Millpark Street
• Schedule: Tentative start date – November 3rd 2025 (weather permitting)
• Estimated completion: June 2027
• Contractor: Bre-Ex Construction Inc.

Scope of Work:

• Localized watermain replacement
• Storm sewer and storm outlet construction
• Sanitary sewer installation (new municipal sanitary system)
• Curb and gutter installation
• Sidewalk installation and improvements
• Pedestrian Crossovers
• Landscape features
• Downtown improvements
• Full road reconstruction and restoration

Important Information for Residents
Sanitary & Storm Connections:

As part of this project, all properties located directly along the reconstruction limits (Fingal Line, Union Road, Fowler Street, and Millpark Street) will receive a sanitary service stub installed to the property line and capped. This will allow for future connection to the new municipal sanitary system once it becomes active.

Property owners within the construction limits who wish to receive a storm service stub must contact the Township by October 31, 2025 to confirm participation. It is not too late to sign up for a storm connection if your property is included within the reconstruction area.

How Construction May Impact You

• Traffic: Roads in Fingal will be closed to through traffic at certain times. Local traffic, including business traffic, emergency services, and municipal vehicles will still have access.
• Property Access: Driveway access will be maintained as much as possible. However, there will be times when access will be temporarily unavailable. In advance of these instances, you will receive notice and direction as to where to park.
• Water Service: Water will remain available, but short service disruptions may occur when connections are made. Some properties may also be placed on temporary service. You will be notified in advance of any changes.
• Sanitary and Storm Services: New municipal connections will be installed by the Township of Southwold. Contractors will coordinate directly with property owners as this work takes place.
• Vibration: Construction equipment may cause vibrations. Please protect fragile or valuable items inside your home.
• Landscaping and Property Items: Please remove decorations, plants, sprinklers, fencing, and other personal items from Township or County property that you wish to keep. Work will take place up to the property line, and the Township and County are not responsible for items left on public property.
• Sod: New sod will be maintained and watered by the contractor for 60 days after planting. After this period, maintenance responsibilities revert back to preconstruction conditions.
• Garbage and Recycling: Contractors will collect your garbage and recycling on pickup days by moving containers to a location that can be accessed by collection vehicles. Containers will be returned afterward. Please label your containers with your municipal address.
• Safety: For your safety, please avoid the construction area and keep a safe distance from vehicles and equipment.
• Mail Delivery: Canada Post has been consulted throughout the project design phase. Temporary community mailboxes will be installed, and directions along with access information will be communicated by Canada Post.
• Internet / Phone: Should you lose internet or phone service, please contact your service provider. Should the Contractor come in contact with telecommunications lines they will notify the service provider, but additional repairs may be required on private property which may fall under a separate department.

Social Media Updates
For updates and information regarding the Village of Fingal Reconstruction, please visit: https://engageelgin.ca/fingal

Sincerely,

Aaron VanOorspronk, L.E.T.
Director of Infrastructure and Development Services
Township of Southwold
Tel: 519-769-2010 | Email: development@southwold.ca
35663 Fingal Line, Fingal, Ontario N0L 1K0

Listening to Your Feedback: Refinements to the Village of Fingal Reconstruction Design

Elgin County is pleased to share that at its Regular Meeting of County Council on September 23, 2025, Bre-Ex Construction Inc. was awarded the contract for the Village of Fingal Reconstruction Project (Tender No. 2025-T32) at a total value of $18,985,580.29. This amount includes both Township and County costs to deliver the full project.

Bre-Ex has provided a proposed work plan, and Township staff have prepared an illustrated map of Fingal highlighting where the major works are planned. Please note that this schedule is tentative and subject to change based on weather and winter conditions.

📍 Public Information Centre (PIC)
We invite all residents and commuters to attend an informal drop-in Public Information Centre tomorrow:

• Date: September 24, 2025

• Time: 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.

• Location: Township of Southwold Offices

Come view the project drawings, speak with Township and County staff, and learn more about the improvements coming to Fingal.

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