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Welcome to our Bay and Beyond project hub!

• Latest Update: April 23, 2024
• What's Happening Now: During April’s Engineering and Public Works Committee meeting, Trisan Construction was announced as the successful partner that will play a critical role in the success of this project.
• What's Happening Next: Join the project team for another informative Community Information Session to meet our partners and learn more about the three-year Bay and Beyond infrastructure improvement project. Find out the latest updates and what to expect as we prepare for construction to start in May.
• Community Information Session: We're hosting a Community Information Session May 1, 2024 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Residence Inn by Marriott - 285 Steamship Bay Rd., Gravenhurst. The presentation will begin at 6:15 p.m.
• Construction Start: May, 2024
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Did you know - Beneath the streets in Gravenhurst, pipes from as far back as 1944 have been managing what we send down our drains.
Bay and Beyond is more than a construction project; it's our commitment to supporting these underground systems to ensure they continue to serve us well into the future.

What is 'Bay and Beyond'?

‘Bay and Beyond’ is a three-year partnership infrastructure improvement project with the District of Muskoka and the Town of Gravenhurst, we're making plans to begin construction in 2024.

The project design involves new underground pipes, roadway improvements, enhancing pedestrian safety and creating more opportunities for active transportation. This is more than a construction project; it’s a commitment to safeguarding the critical services we depend on every day.

Where is the work taking place?

Construction is being planned in phases. This project includes a nearly two-kilometre stretch from Steamship Bay Road to Gull Lake Park.

Planned Improvements

Here's a sneak peek at the improvements:

• Creating more opportunities for active transportation
• New multi-use trail from North Muldrew Lake Road to the Gravenhurst Farmers’ Market
• New, improved parking area to better accommodate the busy Farmers Market
• Upgrades to the Steamship Bay, Muskoka Road North/South, and Bethune intersections - traffic signals and enhancements to accessibility
• New pedestrian crosswalk downtown at Sharpe Street and Muskoka Road South
• New street lights from Cherokee Lane to Greavette Street
• New, smooth driving surfaces
• Replacement of sidewalks and curbs
• and replacement of the 80 year old water pipes, watermains, storm and sanitary sewers underground - to keep Gravenhurst connected.

We heard you - we're making plans to connect the iconic Gull Lake Park, Gravenhurst Wharf and the downtown community, allowing residents and visitors to fully experience the distinct charm of these areas.

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Questions? We're here to help. Contact our Project Team at bayandbeyond@muskoka.on.ca