Beaverbank Projects Receive Go-ahead
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Beaverbank Projects Receive Go-ahead
Four water and wastewater management projects serving the residents of Beaverbank will soon begin because of a contribution from the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program.
Federal-provincial funding of $6.4 million was announced today, Oct. 21, by Premier John Hamm and Robert Thibault, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, on behalf of Gerry Byrne, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Halifax Regional Municipality and the Halifax Regional Water Commission will fund the remaining balance upon formal acceptance of the agreement.
"This is another example of our government's commitment to providing safe drinking water and a clean environment for Nova Scotians," said Premier Hamm. "For the residents of Beaverbank, these projects will resolve long-standing water and wastewater issues in the community."
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 to date has been directed to green projects.
"Green municipal projects that enhance the quality of our lives and environment are among the key priorities of the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program," said Mr. Thibault. "Through this program, the government of Canada is working with Nova Scotians to build strong, healthy communities with plenty of room to grow."
"Today we are once again honouring our commitment to work with federal and provincial governments to develop solutions to our infrastructure needs," said Peter Kelly, Mayor of Halifax Regional Municipality. "We are fortunate indeed to be a partner in this program."
The Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program has announced 75 projects to date, worth more than $116 million. More announcements are expected soon 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.
NOTE TO EDITORS: The following is a list of the projects in Halifax Regional Municipality that have been approved under the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program for Oct. 21.
Beaverbank Water -- Phase 4B and 4C Halifax Regional Water Commission Shared Project Cost: $2,043,000 ($681,000 federal; $681,000 provincial) This project is the continuation of Phase 4 of the Beaverbank Area Water Service project that addresses the water quality problems and provides for the extension of municipal water services to households on 16 streets abutting Beaverbank Road. Phase 4 follows the completion of the first three phases, which included the installation of water and sewer services on the road. The community will benefit from increased access to municipal water services and improved drinking water.
Beaverbank Road Sewer Services -- Phase 4D and 4E Halifax Regional Municipality Shared Project Cost: $2,700,000 ($900,000 federal; $900,000 provincial) This project provides for the design and installation of 6,013 metres of sewer main to 195 households on the streets and subdivisions abutting Beaverbank Road. The project follows three previous phases, which included the installation of sewer main on Beaverbank Road to address failing on-site sewage systems. Benefits to the community include reduced flooding and increased safety.
Beaverbank Area Waterline Extension -- Phase 4D and 4E Halifax Regional Water Commission Shared Project Cost: $2,400,000 ($800,000 federal; $800,000 provincial) This project provides for the design and installation of 6,013 metres of water main to 195 households on the streets and subdivisions abutting Beaverbank Road. The project follows three previous phases, which included the installation of sewer main on Beaverbank Road to address water quality problems with existing private wells and to provide better access to fire protection.
Beaverbank Area Reservoir Halifax Regional Water Commission Shared Project Cost: $2,500,000 ($833,333 federal; $833,333 provincial) This project provides for the design and installation of a reservoir to serve the Beaverbank area. The reservoir will provide full fire flows and pressure to 1,350 homes. In addition, the reservoir will provide balancing storage for efficient system operation and emergency water for the entire Beaverbank area.