The towns of Aberdeen, Delisle, Hepburn, Langham and Rosthern will benefit from federal and provincial infrastructure funding for water and wastewater projects this year.
Total funding from senior levels of government of more than $327.8 million was announced announced June 28.
“The federal government is investing in projects that improve the connectivity, resiliency, and health of Saskatchewan communities,” Federal Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor Dan Vandal said on behalf of Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Sean Fraser. “Investments like the one made today will support the continued housing growth of areas, making a brighter future for the province while protecting our local waterways and ecosystems.”
“Improving infrastructure is critical to growing Saskatchewan cities, villages and towns,” Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Paul Merriman said on behalf of Government Relations Minister Don McMorris. “Our government is committed to improving our communities through investment and partnerships. Projects like the ones announced today are crucial to building and protecting a growing Saskatchewan. These important projects will benefit residents both today and into the future.”
The Town of Aberdeen is building a new water pumphouse with two pump wells, as well as piping to connect the new facility to the existing reservoir and distribution network. A new truck fill station is also being built to service surrounding communities and all associated works. The total cost of the project is $3,415,000; with the federal government contributing $1,366,000, the province providing $1,138,220, and the municipality responsible for $910,780.
The Town of Delisle is replacing its existing lift station and force main with a larger capacity lift station and force main. The total cost is $2,708,300. The feds are paying $1,083,320; the province is contributing $902,676, and the municipality is paying $722,304.
The Town of Hepburn is improving and expanding its wastewater system by increasing the capacity and treatment quality of its wastewater lagoon. The price tag for the project is $2,620,750; with the cost split three ways: $1,048,300 from the federal government, $873,496 from the provincial government, and $698,954 from the town.
The Town of Langham is constructing a Regional Water System that includes a new water treatment plant to provide the town and surrounding regional customers with access to safe and reliable drinking water. The project will cost $10,759,189; with the feds paying $4,279,189, the province paying $3,599,640, and the municipality paying $2,880,360.
The Town of Rosthern is upgrading its water supply and treatment plant to meet current drinking water needs whil accommodating future growth.
“This exciting improvement to our fresh-water infrastructure is crucial for our community’s future,” Town of Rosthern Mayor Dennis Helmuth said. “Increased and efficient production, treatment and storage capacity will enable the Town of Rosthern to accommodate current demand, future growth, and new servicing requirements which are presenting daily. We are delighted to have been selected for this project and look forward to project development and completion along with our Provincial and Federal partners.”
The project includes the construction of five new water wells, a water control building and water treatment plant that also includes a backup generator and water reservoir storage.
In addition, approximately 5.3 kilometers of raw water supply line will be installed. Also included are upgrades to the existing well control buildings and the integration of a new communication system. The old water treatment plant, reservoir chambers and sedimentation basin will be demolished as part of the project.
The total cost of the massive project is $19,607,880. The federal portion is $7,843,152, the provincial share is $6,535,306, and the municipal share is $5,229,422.