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Posted on: September 11, 2023

Construction begins at Mill Street Substation

Mill Street Substation Starts Construction

Nelson Hydro is upgrading the Mill Street substation at 1211 Mill St. by replacing all existing infrastructure in two phases. The project will improve system reliability by replacing equipment that has reached the end of its serviceable life, and increase...

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Posted on: September 11, 2023

Pier Project Update - September 11, 2023

2023-08-27 - Floating Docks 1

The work continues at the Pier and brings us closer to completion of this beautiful community asset.  Thank you to Jesse Robinson, Site Superintendent, for the wonderful photo's.

The gangway ramps to the floating swim dock have been lifte...

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Posted on: July 27, 2023

Pier Project Update - July 27, 2023

2023-07-20 - Ladybird Enclosure

This month, work slowed a little but much is still happening on the waterfront with the project work bringing us nearer to completion.

View from the Pier, looking south into Nelson.

Swim Docks are now in place, but not ready for public use. Work is continui...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: June 19, 2023

Pier Project Update - June 19, 2023

2023-05-31 - Pier from Water

Pier Project update for June 2023

Summer is almost here and we are seeing great changes down at the Hall Street Pier.  Pictures paint a 1000 words but stop by and take a look next time you are down by the waterfront. 

All of the deck board...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: May 1, 2023

Pier Project Update - May 1st, 2023

23-04-28 - North site view

Pier Project update for Spring 2023

As the warm weather quickly moves in to welcome the month of May, many changes have taken place down at the waterfront.

The new pier is quickly taking shape with the floor boards being completed and the railings installed...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: March 28, 2023

Pier Project Update - March 28th, 2023

20230313 - 1 - Pier

Crews have returned to the foot of Baker Street over the last few weeks and work will progress though spring and summer, with completion of the project scheduled for early fall. 

 Currently, the following work is underway:

Interior deck bo...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: March 2, 2023

Pier Project Update March 2023

 South site view

With our target of July 2023 in mind for the completion of the Nelson Pier project, contractors are gearing up to start work onsite at the foot of Hall Street once again. 

Look for the arrival of the barge setting up alongside the pier for assista...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: October 12, 2022

October 12, 2022 - update on Pier Project

22-10-06 - First steel beam being flown into position

You may have noticed a GWIL crane on the construction site in the last week. The crane is assisting in the install of the steel beams on the steel pilings. 

MarWest recently completed the install of the storm sewer tie-in with the City storm line....

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: August 26, 2022

August 26, 2022 Pier Update

Nelson waterfront with pier

Here is the latest Pier Project update for the week of August 22, 2022

In early August, North Mountain Construction poured concrete in the Ladybird display building walls and strip footings.

 Here is the Ladybird display building walls and footings...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: June 6, 2022

Work has begun on the new pier!

Gazebo Deconstruction

The project replacement project is underway with site works proceeding last week.  The site and laydown area has been fenced and the work trailer is present on site.  Please observe all construction signage when travelling adjacent to th...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Work on the Hall Street Pier Project Set to Begin

pier 1

Work on the Hall Street Pier Project Set to Begin

May 13, 2022

Nelson, BC - The City has been working to create opportunities to improve the current City pier, located at the foot of Hall Street and the waterfront. It was identified several years ago that t...

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City Project Gallery
Posted on: May 5, 2023

Notice of Work - 100 Block of Baker Street Watermain Replacement

Notice to Public

NOTICE OF WORKPHASE II - 100 BLOCK BAKER STREET WATERMAIN UPGRADESThe water utility crews from the City of Nelson will be replacing the watermain on the 100 Block of Baker Street. The work is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 9th and is expected to last ...

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Posted on: June 29, 2023

Council Highlights for June 2023

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Stay informed with the City of Nelson Council Highlights! 
In this regular update, we bring you the latest decisions and discussions by our  City Council. Stay in the loop about the important issues that shape ...
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City Project Gallery
Posted on: December 23, 2022

December 23rd, 2022 - Year End Update

22-12-23 - North Site View

As the snow settles over the Pier worksite and we head in to the holidays, North Mountain Construction has cleaned up the worksite at the bottom of Hall Street and demobilized for a winter site closure.

While you may see some decking work still being compl...

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