Two Annapolis County Communities Receive Funding
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Two Annapolis County Communities Receive Funding
A number of Annapolis County residents will soon enjoy safer drinking water. Improvements to the Margaretsville water treatment facility and reservoir, and upgrades to the Cornwallis Park water metering program have been approved under the Canada- Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program. The three projects have a total value of $617,970.
Improvements include the design and installation of a new roof on the Margaretsville reservoir and a new liner and cover for the water treatment facility. These two projects will provide improved and safer water for 160 households. For the third project, meters will be installed on the Cornwallis Park's reservoir in order to increase water service and reduce water losses.
Funding for these projects was announced today, Jan. 21, by the federal and provincial governments, in partnership with the Municipality of Annapolis County.
"The Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program is one of the ways we are investing in green projects like these water upgrades, designed to improve our environment and provide safe, high quality water systems," said Chris d'Entremont, Minister of Agriculture and Fisheries, on behalf of Barry Barnet, Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. "Building stronger communities and improving quality of life is a priority for our government."
The program supports long-term economic growth, community infrastructure improvements and environmental enhancements.
"The real value of these investments goes far beyond their dollar amount," said Robert Thibault, Member of Parliament, on behalf of Joseph McGuire, Minister of Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. "By investing in green projects such as these, the government of Canada is helping to improve the quality of life through safe drinking water and reliable water systems."
Mr. Thibault and Mr. d'Entremont also announced a joint federal- provincial investment of $205,990. The Municipality of Annapolis County will fund the balance of these projects.
"These projects will have some significant benefits for the health of our communities and enhance our ability to manage the water resource," said Peter Newton, Warden of the Municipality of Annapolis County. "They will make a real impact on the quality of life of our citizens."
To date, more than $194 million has been invested in 133 projects through the program, and 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. Enterprise Cape Breton Corporation is a member of the management committee. The Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities is represented on the program's management committee.