Crews successfully
completed the planned repairs at one of the Municipality's wastewater lift
stations today. Unfortunately, during the work, additional issues were
identified that require further investigation.
As a result, we are
continuing to ask all residents and businesses to conserve water wherever
possible. Every litre that stays out of the sanitary sewer system helps reduce
pressure on the wastewater system while repairs continue.
Most importantly, if
your sump pump is currently discharging into the sanitary sewer, please
redirect it outside immediately.
Groundwater from sump pumps adds an enormous amount of unnecessary flow to the
wastewater system, making it significantly more difficult to keep the lift
stations operating and delaying repairs.
To help residents,
the Municipality has sump pump discharge hose available free of charge while
supplies last. If you need hose or assistance redirecting your sump pump
outside, please contact the Municipal Office at (204) 937-8333.
We know these
requests have been ongoing, and we sincerely appreciate everyone who has
already made changes to reduce water use. Your efforts are making a difference.
We ask everyone to continue doing their part until the wastewater system has
stabilized and repairs have been completed.
Additional updates
will be provided as work progresses.
