Municipal Affairs
January 13, 2010

Municipal Capital Works Investment of $400,000 to Improve Water Services for Crow Head

A municipal capital works investment of approximately $400,000 will support a chlorination upgrade and provide a secure reliable water system for the Town of Crow Head.

"Clean, safe water is an essential service for residents, and supports healthy families and communities," said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister of Municipal Affairs (Acting). "As a result of this investment to modernize the chlorination system and secure municipal infrastructure, water services will be modern, efficient and address long-standing water quality issues."

The project will include an infiltration gallery at the supply pond, and an upgrade to the existing chlorination system. Preliminary engineering work has been completed, with work expected to begin in spring 2010, and to be completed during summer 2010.

"This will be greatly appreciated by the residents of Crow Head," said Derrick Dalley, MHA for the Isles of Notre Dame. "With this significant government investment, a new chlorination system will give individuals access to a much better water supply and put an end to the long-standing boil order. Our government has been committed to this project and I am pleased for all residents that we are able to move forward with these upgrades as a result of today's announcement."

In Budget 2009: Building on Our Strong Foundation, the Provincial Government made an unprecedented multi-year commitment of a 69 per cent increase in municipal capital works funding for fiscal years 2008-09, 2009-10 and 2010-11. This commitment increased the capital budget by $34.4 million annually, bringing the total annual Provincial Government commitment to $84.3 million.The Provincial Government's infrastructure strategy is valued at more than $4 billion over the next several years.

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