Infrastructure Program Invests in Three Projects
SERVICE N.S./MUNICIPAL RELATIONS--Infrastructure Program Invests in Three Projects
Three projects in Shelburne and Queens counties got the green light today, Jan. 20, in one of a series of federal-provincial infrastructure funding announcements.
A total of $2,083,952 in joint federal-provincial funding was announced in Liverpool by Robert Thibault, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans on behalf of Gerry Byrne, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, and by Peter Christie, Minister of Service Nova Scotia and Municipal Relations. Local municipalities will fund the remaining $1,041,978 upon formal acceptance of the agreement.
"Improved infrastructure for our communities is a priority for the government of Canada," said Mr. Thibault. "Through the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program, we can take part in projects in our communities which help us achieve those goals."
The infrastructure projects promote safe drinking water, effective wastewater management, safer communities, and sound environmental practices that benefit businesses, families and tourism in the province.
"Improving infrastructure in our communities is a priority for our government," said Mr. Christie. "When completed, these projects will have immediate, positive benefits for the residents of these communities."
"The governments of Canada, Nova Scotia and municipalities are responding to infrastructure needs to build strong, healthy communities, which will encourage opportunities for growth," said Don Zwicker, president of the Union of Nova Scotia Municipalities. "Thanks for the co-operation."
The Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program has announced 91 projects to date, worth more than $138 million. More announcements are expected as projects continue to undergo environmental assessments and final approvals.
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: The following is a list of projects approved under the Canada-Nova Scotia Infrastructure Program for Jan. 20
Brooklyn Water and Sewer Extension, Phase 1 Region of Queens Municipality Shared Project Cost: $1,305,675 ($435,225 federal; $435,225 provincial) The Brooklyn Water and Sanitary Servicing project, Phase l, includes the design and construction of water and wastewater services for the community of Brooklyn, from Liverpool to Elm Street. This is the first phase of a major rebuilding program to supply, treat and deliver potable water to Brooklyn, and will meet the Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines. Some 1,437 metres each of water and sanitary sewer mains will be installed in the community, connecting more than 50 households to municipal wastewater and collection. In addition to increasing the output of potable water available to residents, the project will also provide improved fire protection.
Brass Hill Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade Municipality of Barrington Shared Project Cost: $1,095,012 ($547,506 federal; $547,506 provincial) The Brass Hill Sewage Treatment Plant Upgrade project involves upgrading and expanding the Barrington and Barrington Passage sewage collection and treatment system. The planned repairs and replacements will employ a UV disinfection system to treat sewage while using fewer chemicals. The project will result in more than 600 households being served by a more reliable and better quality wastewater system, and the environment will benefit from the discharge of cleaner, safer effluent.
Sidewalk--Main Street Town of Clark's Harbour Shared Project Cost: $177,736 ($59,245 federal; $59,245 provincial) The Main Street Sidewalks project provides for the construction of a four-kilometre paved sidewalk along the length of Main Street. Clark's Harbour, which currently has only 300 metres of sidewalk, will be able to offer local pedestrian traffic a higher level of safety.