The Waimakariri District Council is improving safety at the Kaiapoi North School pedestrian crossing.
In January 2025, Council completed most of the Kaiapoi North School pedestrian crossing safety improvement works with Pidgeon Contracting Ltd. This notice is to provide you with an update regarding this project.
The Work Will Include
Installation of ‘speed cushion pads’ to reduce vehicle speeds at the crossing will be completed. Unfortunately, the contractor was not able to complete this installation along with the main works back in January 2025. This was due to the speed cushions having to be procured from overseas, with a lead-in time and freight time not matching with the project timeline.
Timing of Work
Pidgeon Contracting Ltd are planning to complete the installation on 14 April 2025. In case of bad weather, the contractor has a backup date of 15 April 2025.
How the Work May Affect You
Works are expected to be completed at night.
Traffic Impacts
There will be traffic impacts while the works are carried out. Prior notification will be provided if any detours are required, otherwise please take care navigating the cones and signs when they are set up.
General Impacts
Kerbside Collections
Your kerbside collections will remain unchanged. Please ensure your bag or bins are in their usual spot on collection day.
Essential Services
There will be no planned disruption to your water, wastewater, telephone or power services.
Notice of Changes in Traffic Management
We will do our best to give you enough notice to adjust to any changes in traffic management, please keep an eye out for more updates.
Weather
In the event of bad weather or for unforeseen circumstances, the work may be delayed.
Safety
Please warn your children of the dangers posed by road works. Ensure that they stay well back from the work site and they follow the directions of the workers.
Noise and Dirt
Road work is a noisy, dirty business — but please bear with us. We will be doing all we can to minimise the impact on your home/business. Your cooperation and patience will help us get the job done as quickly as possible. All work will be carried out between the stated hours and over week days only to help minimise the impact on the community.
Contact Information
Thank you for your patience while we complete this work. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us.
For more information please contact:
Contact information
Name: Srinath Srinivasan | Project Engineer
Phone: 0800 965 468