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Concept design of public works buildings in Coldstream on Aberdeen Road that was given public assent in a October 2022 referendum. (Submitted photo/District of Coldstream)
Work starts in February

Coldstream public works building contract awarded

Nov 26, 2023 | 1:00 PM

Coldstream has awarded to contract for its new public works facility to PCL Construction.

An updated construction schedule is expected shortly, with site servicing and demolition starting in February 2024.

“Prior to demolition, the existing buildings will be emptied and the lunch room and offices will be relocated to nearby leased space,” a staff report to Coldstream council stated.

A referendum to borrow up to $8.5 million over 30 years to construct the new public works buildings and renovate the former firehall, passed by a margin of 1,198 to 880 (57.7 per cent in favour) in the Oct. 15, 2022 election.

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