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Current Projects
At the City of Morden, we are committed to building a sustainable, vibrant, and inclusive community. Through a variety of major projects, we aim to enhance public services, infrastructure, and overall quality of life for all residents. These projects reflect our dedication to thoughtful urban planning, improved community facilities, and responsible growth. Each initiative has been carefully designed with long-term benefits in mind, ensuring that Morden remains a thriving city for generations to come. Explore the key projects that are shaping our future.
Strategic Planning & Governance
Community Services & Facilities
Public Safety & Emergency Services
Water, Wastewater & Environmental Sustainability
Transportation & Mobility
Economic Development & Urban Planning
Strategic Planning & Governance
Strategic Plan Development
Recognizing the importance of direction and purpose, we have partnered with a leading firm to assist in creating a multi-year strategic plan. Through citizen consultation and expert engagement, we aim to develop a sustainable and lasting strategy for our community’s growth. Work is in progress and a projected completion date of late fall of 2024.
Infrastructure Master Plan
Similar to our strategic plan, the Infrastructure Master Plan will guide our long-term decision-making, ensuring strategic investments that will benefit the city for years to come. We are currently at the RFP stage of this process.
Community Services & Facilities
Daycare Expansion Project
Understanding the needs of our citizens is crucial for our community’s development. Together with the Province of Manitoba, we have built a new daycare facility, opening in late fall of 2024, which will bring 104 new daycare spaces to the City of Morden.
Public Safety & Emergency Services
Fire Department Ladder Truck Acquisition
Public safety remains a top priority. Our investment in a new ladder truck for the Fire Department will enhance our emergency response capabilities and serve the community effectively for many years. The truck is expected to arrive in March 2025.
Fire Department Safety Equipment Investment
It was brought to the City’s attention early in 2024 that the SCBAs (breathing apparatuses) used by our volunteer firefighters would become obsolete by year-end due to the supplier ending production and not honouring the warranty. Realizing this would be a barrier to ensuring the safety of our firefighters, the City of Morden committed to the investment in all new SCBAs for the Morden Fire Department. A huge thank you to the Morden Thrift Store for donating $10,000 to offset some of the cost.
Water, Wastewater & Environmental Sustainability
Wastewater Treatment Plant and Lagoon Upgrade Construction
The City has an accepted offer to purchase land to build a new SAGR Wastewater Treatment Facility, subject to stakeholder engagement, geotechnical testing, Environmental Act Licensing, and Conditional Use applications.
Water Treatment Plant Upgrade
No update provided at this time.
Morden Pembina River Water Supply
Preliminary design has been completed, and the Environment Act Proposal will be submitted, subject to intake site acquisition and stakeholder engagement.
WTP Standpipe Reconstruction
Tenders have been awarded, and construction is set to begin in spring, with an expected completion date of fall 2025.
RD 14N Trunk Sewer Design
This project involves the design of a new trunk sewer to improve the wastewater infrastructure for the city, which is critical for future growth and development.
Transportation & Mobility
Sidewalk Improvements (Wardrop St, Parkhill Drive, Fairway Drive)
Our sidewalk improvement initiatives are enhancing walkability and safety across the city, particularly in key areas like Wardrop St, Parkhill Drive, and Fairway Drive.
Pathways by Dublin and Cemetery
These newly created pathways provide better access to key locations like the new school and cemetery, ensuring our community remains accessible for all residents.
Economic Development & Urban Planning
Industrial Park Development
As part of our commitment to fostering economic growth, we are continuing to expand and develop our industrial park, providing businesses with the infrastructure needed to thrive in Morden.
