October 24, 2013
New Wastewater Treatment Facility Contributes to Greener Tomorrow in Happy Valley-Goose Bay
Happy Valley-Goose Bay residents and businesses will now benefit from improved wastewater infrastructure with the completion of a new wastewater treatment facility. The new facility will help protect the environment by ensuring cleaner effluent and optimal treatment capacity to meet the long-term needs of the community.
The project included the design and construction of a collection system to intercept the wastewater flow from sewage outfalls, a wastewater lagoon system to treat and disinfect the effluent before discharging it to the Churchill River, two lift stations and a force main, a building containing a screening and grit removal system, aerated lagoons for secondary treatment of wastewater, and an ultraviolet disinfection system.
“What we have in place now in Happy Valley-Goose Bay through an investment of $23.5 million, is a state-of-the-art facility, capable of serving the people of this town long into the future,” said the Honourable Steve Kent, Minister of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs. “The Provincial Government has a strong commitment to our natural environment and as a result we have prioritized the treatment of wastewater, and continue to work on these types of projects in towns and communities across Newfoundland and Labrador.”
“Maintaining safe and reliable wastewater infrastructure in our communities reduces maintenance costs, saves energy and protects the environment,” said the Honourable Rob Moore, Regional Minister for Newfoundland and Labrador and Minister of State (Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency). “This project will create local jobs and support economic growth while also contributing to the health and well-being of the residents of Newfoundland and Labrador.”
“We strongly support healthy waters and environmental initiatives that improve community health,” said Jamie Snook, Mayor of Happy Valley-Goose Bay. “The new wastewater treatment facility will now provide an opportunity to utilize riverbank areas and improve the quality of lives in Happy Valley-Goose Bay. As we move ahead we look forward to further federal and provincial cooperation in all areas of our municipality”
The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador contributed $7.7 million through its investment in the Canada Strategic Infrastructure Fund while the Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay has invested $7.49 million towards the project, for a total project cost of $23.5 million including the GST rebate.
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. Key priority areas for provincial investment include water and wastewater projects, roads, fire services and recreational facilities.
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Media contacts:
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Hugh Donnan Director of Communications Department of Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs 709-729-1983, 725-6511 hughdonnan@gov.nl.ca |
Marie-Josée Paquette Press Secretary Office of the Minister of Infrastructure, Communities and Intergovernmental Affairs 613-943-1838 |
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Hayward Broomfield Town Clerk Town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay 709-896-7124 |
Infrastructure Canada 613-960-9251 or toll-free 1-877-250-7154 |
2013 10 24 11:35 a.m.