Downtown Rebuild
Develop and implement a long-term downtown renewal strategy to reestablish the core as a commercial-friendly, walkable, and livable community.
Introduction
In 2018, the Central Avenue Streetscape Development Master Plan was completed due to aging infrastructure in the downtown core. Select portions of the sanitary and storm mains are 120 years old or older and need replacement.
With downtown Prince Albert being a core focus of the City’s latest strategic plan, the time has come to complete this project and replace the underground and surface infrastructure on Central Avenue.
The City is proposing changes to downtown. This project presents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to replace aging infrastructure and to reimagine how Central Avenue functions, looks, and feels for the businesses, visitors, and residents of Prince Albert.
The proposed changes include:
- Underground infrastructure upgrades
- Two-way traffic on Central Avenue
- Parallel Parking on both sides of the street
- Slightly wider sidewalks
- Updated surface treatments
Timeline
City Council Meeting May 11, 2026
City Council approved the design update. Watch the discussion of the downtown rebuild here.
In the Media April 2026
Open House 28 April 2026
An Open House was held on the Future of Central Avenue on April 28, 2026 –Media Release
The City of Prince Albert is considering changing Central Avenue from one-way to two-way traffic, and we shared the reasons for this proposal and heard your feedback.
Executive Committee Meeting March 24, 2026
Executive Council directed Administration to hold a public consultation about the proposed changes from one-way to two-way traffic on Central Avenue. Find the Executive Committee's Regular Meeting Agenda here.
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Keyword: PLAN - Downtown Rebuild Project
