Previously overhead services now underground, meaning poles can be removed
SRD writes letter to ISED in opposition until ‘proper consultation’ complete
‘We’re paying quadruple what people in Campbell River pay for water’ — Director Brenda Leigh
SRD directors say reports do not match reality
District to borrow up to $12 million — pending electoral approval
Students sent home early from Carihi Secondary, businesses closed
The plan is to complete the necessary sewer upgrades by this fall
Council to prioritize actions at future meeting
City says no more homes can be hooked into the sewer system at the south end at this point
But mayor acknowledges need for ‘welcoming, warm place with support services’
Work scheduled from April 6-13
Policies in Oyster Bay Buttle Lake OCP call for protection of foreshore and aquatic habitat
Bankruptcy company oversees de-risking the site, water treatment and environmental monitoring
LEDs chosen for energy efficiency and to reduce glare
‘A rather inappropriate move by a multi-billion dollar company’ — Abram
Service expanded for local businesses
Contract for undersea network build
