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Citizens groups want answers about massive water infrastructure expansion

August 21, 2024 by Brenda Little

A public meeting was hosted by two community groups last week to share information about the proposed quarter billion dollar water/wastewater project slated for the County.

Over 500 residents came to the banquet hall at Wellington arena to understand the ramifications to ratepayers and taxpayers, and to find out how to put pressure on council to press pause.

Six County councillors were present including Wellington’s councillor Cory Engelsdorfer who said he opposes the waterworks expansion due to the lack of sound financial planning, overstated growth and incorrect commercial numbers and is asking the municipality to “slow down this runaway train”.

The mayor’s office did not respond to a request for comment but a document was published on August 19 by the County explaining the numbers. A decision will be made at the council meeting Aug. 27.

Welcome sign on the highway for the city of Prince Rupert

Prince Rupert receives funding to modernize century old water infrastructure

March 13, 2024 by Sabrina Spencer

Last week, the City of Prince Rupert received a federal investment of $77.2 million to upgrade its water distribution system and sewer line.

The project aims to address the frequent water main breaks; the water pipes in Prince Rupert are over 100 years old and are in need of replacement.

Funding comes by way of the disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund and, according to the city, the project aims to increase resilience, modernize infrastructure, and protect the water supply and sewer pipe system. The funding will support upgrades to 26 kilometers of water mains and the separation of stormwater from sewage.

Mayor Herb Pond spoke with CFNR about the struggle with the water distribution system and the need for federal funding and additional funds from the province for a three-year project to replace a third of the water pipes.

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water infrastructure

Citizens groups want answers about massive water infrastructure expansion

Prince Rupert receives funding to modernize century old water infrastructure

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