Municipal Capital Works Investment of $400,000 to Improve Water Services for Crow Head
Amunicipal capital works investment of approximately $400,000 will support a chlorination upgrade and provide a secure reliable water system for the Town of Crow Head.
“Clean, safe water is an essential service for residents, and supports healthy families and communities,” said the Honourable Tom Hedderson, Minister of Municipal Affairs (Acting). “As a result of this investment to modernize the chlorination system and secure municipal infrastructure, water services will be modern, efficient and address long-standing water quality issues.”
The project will include an infiltration gallery at the supply pond, and an upgrade to the existing chlorination system. Preliminary engineering work has been completed, with work expected to begin in spring 2010, and to be completed during summer 2010.
“This will be greatly appreciated by the residents of Crow Head,” said Derrick Dalley, MHA for the Isles of Notre Dame. “With this significant government investment, a new chlorination system will give individuals access to a much better water supply and put an end to the long-standing boil order. Our government has been committed to this project and I am pleased for all residents that we are able to move forward with these upgrades as a result of today’s announcement.”
In Budget 2009: Building on Our Strong Foundation, the Provincial Government made an unprecedented multi-year commitment of a 69 per cent increase in municipal capital works funding for fiscal years 2008-09, 2009-10 and 2010-11. This commitment increased the capital budget by $34.4 million annually, bringing the total annual Provincial Government commitment to $84.3 million.The Provincial Government’s infrastructure strategy is valued at more than $4 billion over the next several years.
Minister Announces Funding for Community Heritage Organization
The Provincial Government continues to support and promote Newfoundland and Labrador’ s cultural heritage through the provision of operational support to community-based heritage organizations throughout the province.
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, today announced $821,035 in operational funding for 115 heritage organizations, approved under the Cultural Economic Development Program (CEDP). Continue Reading >>
Twillingate Benefits from Investment in Recreation Infrastructure
The Honourable Clyde Jackman, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Recreation, was in Torbay today to announce that, through the 2009 Community Capital Grant Program (CCGP), $559,900 has been allocated to support renovations and upgrades to recreation and sports infrastructure in 41 communities throughout the province.
“By investing in our infrastructure, we are fulfilling one of the key objectives of the provincial recreation strategy, Active, Healthy Newfoundland and Labrador,” said Minister Jackman. “The funding is designed to improve recreation facilities and equipment, and thereby encourage all citizens, young and old alike, to increase their participation in physical activity.” Continue Reading >>
Government Seeks Design Consultants for New Ferry
A replacement ferry for the MV Captain Earl W. Winsor is closer to reality.
The Department of Transportation and Works has invited expressions of interest from naval architectural consultants to take the lead in developing the preliminary design and specifications for a vessel to replace the 37-year-old ferry that has been serving Fogo Island-Change Islands.
“This government remains steadfast in its commitment to replace the aging ferries in our fleet and this is yet another milestone in the ongoing process,” said Minister Taylor. Continue Reading >>
Notre Dame Bay
Notre Dame Bay (NDB – “Bay of Our Lady”) extends along the northeast coast of the island of Newfoundland. The bay is broad and deeply indented. It is noteworthy for having the most irregular coastline and the most islands of all Newfoundland’s major bays. To the west NDB is bounded by Cape St. John, while its eastern terminus has never been exactly defined. Places like Long Point (Twillingate), Cape Freels, and Hamilton Sound, southwest of Fogo Island, have all been named as the eastern end of NDB. The greater bay is made up of several smaller bays, including Green Bay, Halls Bay, and one of the largest, Exploits Bay, which runs far inland to the mouth of Newfoundland’s longest river, the Exploits. Continue Reading >>
