Infrastructure Program to Upgrade Bridgetown Water Utility
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Infrastructure Program to Upgrade Bridgetown Water Utility
Bridgetown residents will soon have a more consistent water supply as a result of upgrades to their chlorination facilities funded by the Canada/Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program.
Joint federal-provincial funding, in the amount of $120,620, was announced today as one of 14 project approvals totalling more than $14.1 million. The announcement was made by Frank Chipman, MLA for Annapolis, on behalf of Angus MacIsaac, Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations and Robert Thibault, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency.
"Today's investment honours this government's commitment to work with municipalities to address their needs," said Mr. Chipman.
Green municipal infrastructure to ensure effective wastewater management and safe drinking water is the first priority under the program. The majority of the federal and provincial funding announced in the first year will be directed to green projects, like the Bridgetown water utility upgrade.
"The Government of Canada is committed to projects that improve quality of life for Nova Scotians," said Mr. Thibault. "Through the Canada/Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program, we are investing in green projects that contribute to creating strong, healthy communities with quality drinking water and a clean environment."
The $180,930 Bridgetown water utility project will upgrade the current chlorination facility to enhance the quality and consistency of potable water. Upgrades will include the installation of a flow meter and new chlorination equipment, as well as provisions for emergency power and a remote alarm system. Additionally, the project will include the replacement of 350 metres of old six inch watermain with new 10 inch pipe in Carleton Corner, originally laid in 1904. Pre-design, investigation and evaluation of water processes will also take place. Area residents will see an improvement in water quality and the utility is expected to experience reduced operating costs.
"Ensuring that good, clean, reliable drinking water reaches each household is our first infrastructure priority for the water commission users," said Ron Gullon, Mayor of Bridgetown. "The health and cost benefits this project will bring to the community are very important."
The federal and provincial funding under the program is subject to the formal acceptance of the Town of Bridgetown, which will fund the balance of the project.
This is one of a series of approval announcements for projects under the program totalling more than 39 million to date. Additional announcements are expected as projects undergo environmental assessment and final approval.
The $195 million, six-year Canada/Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program is administered by the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. The Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities is represented on the program's management committee.
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