City of Hamilton Investing Over $150 Million in 2026 to Renew Roads — With Benefits for Ward 11

The City of Hamilton is moving forward with more than $150 million in 2026 to repair, resurface, and upgrade transportation infrastructure across the city. This investment directly addresses resident priorities identified during the budget process, with infrastructure renewal and road conditions among the top concerns.

Of the total investment, $106.1 million is dedicated specifically to renewing and replacing existing roads, sidewalks, and bridges as part of the City’s broader $622‑million infrastructure program.

Why This Matters for Ward 11

Residents in Stoney Creek Mountain and surrounding areas depend on reliable arterial and connector roads. Seasonal weather continues to be a major challenge: winter freeze–thaw cycles cause pavement cracking and shifting, which can create potholes and uneven surfaces. The City confirms that these conditions commonly worsen in late winter and early spring as the ground beneath the pavement expands and contracts.

To manage these seasonal impacts, Hamilton completes between 70,000 and 90,000 road repairs each year, with pothole repairs occurring year‑round.

This spring, residents can expect enhanced pothole repair efforts across the city as temperatures stabilize.

Major 2026 Roadwork With Ward 11 Impact

While several large projects take place citywide, many will directly or indirectly benefit Ward 11 commuters:

Resurfacing Projects (Citywide routes used frequently by Ward 11 residents)

• Barton Street East – Kenilworth Ave. to Emerald St.

• Charlton Avenue East – John St. S to James St. S

• James Street S – Charlton Ave. East to St. James Place

• Charlton Avenue West – Queen St. to James St.

• King Street East – Pottruff Rd. to Centennial Pkwy

Reconstruction & Rehabilitation Projects

• Nebo Road – Rymal Rd. E to Twenty Rd. E (new sidewalks and multi‑use path)

• Main Street – Dundurn St. to the Delta (rehabilitation + one‑way to two‑way conversion)

• Mountain Park Avenue (Phase 2) – roadway modernization + active transportation upgrades

• Sherman Cut – steel wall replacement and resurfacing

• Scenic Drive – full reconstruction with storm and watermain improvements

Additional timing and construction impact details will be released as schedules are finalized.

How to Report Potholes or Road Issues

The City of Hamilton instructs residents to report potholes through the Customer Service

Contact Centre:

• Phone: 905‑546‑2489 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.)

• Email: askcity@hamilton.ca (official reporting address)

• 311: Available within Hamilton for municipal service requests

When reporting, residents are asked to include the nearest address or intersection and, if possible, a description of the pothole’s size.