New Municipal Building Opened in Cape St. George

The Provincial Government, working with the Town of Cape St. George, has completed renovations on a new emergency services facility in the community. The building was officially opened today by the Honourable Kevin O’Brien, Minister of Municipal Affairs, Tony Cornect, Parliamentary Assistant to the Premier and MHA for Port au Port, and Peter Fenwick, Mayor of Cape St. George.

“It is my pleasure to be here today for the opening of this important facility which will serve the people of Cape St. George,” said Minister O’Brien. “The provision of fire and emergency services is certainly an area of importance for the Provincial Government. In working with the town to renovate this building, we have built a facility which will enhance services, and will serve the people of this area for years to come.”

The town purchased and renovated an existing garage in the community, to create a first class emergency services building. Funding sources for the project included $22,000 from the Federal Gas Tax Fund and $61,000 from the Job Creation Partnerships program.

“I am very pleased to see the collaborative effort between the Provincial and Federal Governments and the Town of Cape St. George on this new municipal building,” said MHA Cornect. “Having adequate fire and emergency services is very important to ensuring the safety and security of our residents here in this area and across the province. This revitalized facility will provide essential services to residents for many years to come.”

The Provincial Government has a strong commitment to fire and emergency services for all residents. This commitment has led to initiatives to advance efforts in fire truck and equipment funding, training, and support for the close to 6,000 volunteer fire fighters across Newfoundland and Labrador.

“This new emergency services facility is a great addition to the town,” said Mayor Fenwick. “As a result of these renovations, our emergency responders have an excellent, reconditioned premises which will provide great service to the people of Cape St. George. This new development supports the goals of our community, and will bring additional security to our residents and families.”

Since 2008, the Provincial Government has invested over $650 million in municipal capital works projects which has resulted in improved municipal infrastructure across the province. When federal and municipal contributions are included the total investment is in excess of $1 billion.

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2013 07 29                                        1:20 p.m.