Bloomfield Main Street Rehabilitation
The County of Prince Edward is resurfacing Bloomfield Main Street from Corey Street to Wellington Street in 2026. The project will also include line painting, storm sewer repairs, and concrete curb and sidewalk repairs.
Project Overview
The project involves removing the existing asphalt roadway and repaving with new hot mix asphalt. Following paving, the contractor will repaint the lines to match exactly the line markings that existed before construction.
The only underground work associated with this project are minor storm sewer repairs. Sections of storm sewers will be replaced to protect the investment of new asphalt. This work will require an excavator to dig a trench at each location. No watermain work is needed, and there are no sanitary sewers in Bloomfield.
Damaged sections of concrete curb and sidewalk will be removed and replaced where needed. The majority of required curb replacement is between Stanley Street and Wellington Street.
Project Impacts
Pedestrians:
- Pedestrian access to businesses and homes will be maintained at all times.
- Pedestrians will not be allowed to cross within the work zone. In the event that a sidewalk closure is required, signs will be installed directing pedestrians where to cross.
- During sidewalk repairs, signs will be installed directing pedestrians where to walk.
Traffic:
- Traffic may be reduced to one lane along Bloomfield Main Street at times to accommodate construction. During this time, traffic in each direction will proceed alternately as directed by flagging personnel.
- Portable variable messaging and advisory signs will be installed at numerous locations.
Deliveries:
- The municipality and the contractor will work with businesses and property managers to accommodate deliveries and loading, as well as passenger drop off/pick up.
Municipal services:
- Emergency access for paramedics, police, and fire services will be accommodated at all times.
- Garbage, green bin, and recycling collection will continue on the regular schedule.
- Where necessary, the contractor will bring waste bins to a designated location for collection and return the empty bins to the appropriate address each week.
- Residents are advised to label their bins with their address to ensure proper return.
Project Status
County Council has awarded the tender for this project to Drew Harrison Haulage Ltd. Construction began in April 2026.
Funding Announcement
- Complete
Geotechnical Investigation
- Complete
Detailed Design
- Complete
Procurement
- Complete
Construction
- In Progress
Demobilization
- Not yet started
Timeline
Budget and Funding
The Province of Ontario is covering 90 per cent of the project costs under the Connecting Links program. The municipality received $2,058,969 through the Connecting Links Program, which provides dedicated provincial funding for road and bridge projects on designated connecting link highways.
The remaining $256,100 for the project will come from the municipality’s Reserve for Roads Construction – Urban.
Resources and Updates
Documents
Council Reports
Council report from March 10, 2026 awarding the construction tender to Drew Harrison Ltd.
Council report from December 9, 2025 authorizing the execution of the Connecting Links Program Contribution Agreement between the municipality and the Crown (as represented by the Ministry of Transportation.
Public Presentations
Public Information Centre #1 — February 2, 2026
Public Information Centre #2 — March 23, 2026
News Coverage
Connecting Link Funding Announcement
- New Bloomfield Main Street – Picton Gazette
- Over $2 million in funding for Bloomfield Main Street rehabilitation – Quinte News
Public Information Centre #1
Recent Updates
- April 17, 2026: Weekly update #3. >> Read more
- April 10, 2026: Weekly update #2. >> Read more
- April 2, 2026: Weekly update #1. >> Read more
- March 25, 2026: County shares more information about the construction schedule and logistics. >> Read more
- March 16, 2026: Learn more about the project at a second public information centre. >> Read more
- March 11, 2026: The municipality awards contract for project to Drew Harrison Haulage Ltd. >> Read more
- February 20, 2026: The municipality provides a summary of feedback received at the public information centre. >> Read more
- January 20, 2026: Learn more about Bloomfield Main Street resurfacing project at a public information centre on February 2. >> Read more
- October 10, 2025: Inspection of storm sewers on Tuesday, October 14 and Wednesday, October 15 could cause minor traffic disruptions. >> Read more
- September 18, 2025: Traffic disruptions on Bloomfield Main Street September 22 as contractors complete design work for the project. >> Read more
- May 16, 2025: County receives $2 million from province to resurface portion of Bloomfield Main Street. >> Read more