Municipal Affairs
June 19, 2008

Funding Announced for Engineering Design Phase
of Municipal Capital Works Program

The early engineering phase of a number of Municipal Capital Works projects may now begin. The Honourable Dave Denine, Minister of Municipal Affairs, today announced $2.1 million in funding through the 2008-09 Municipal Capital Works program (MCW) for the engineering design work of various projects throughout the province.

"Projects approved for the engineering design phase will receive 10 per cent of the total project estimate in order to proceed immediately with the preliminary engineering and planning work," said Minister Denine. "This ensures that many important infrastructure projects can benefit from more detailed planning and design considerations, resulting in more accurate project estimates."

The Municipal Capital Works program provides for the development of cost-shared municipal infrastructure, including water and waste-water treatment, roads, recreational facilities and fire equipment. Early engineering design work on these various projects will advance their application to the final stages of review and consideration for approval without delaying the pace of project development.

"Strategic investments in infrastructure such as roads, water and waste-water treatment are needed to ensure the health, safety and vitality of our municipalities," said Minister Denine. "Investments in infrastructure not only enhance the quality of life of our citizens, but improve the climate for investment and contribute to the long-term sustainability of our municipalities."

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Media contact:
Jennifer Collingwood
Director of Communications
Department of Municipal Affairs
709-729-1983, 709-690-2498
JenniferCollingwood@gov.nl.ca

2008 06 19                                                    10:05 a.m.

 


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