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| Port Edward Mayor Knut Bjorndal hosts a review for the community this month through the District website |
The District of Port Edward is showcasing its road reconstruction plans this month in their regular update for residents with Mayor Knut Bjorndal providing a snap shot into the work ahead to rebuild some of the infrastructure for the community.
Making note of their success in accessing grant funding of 2 million dollars towards the work from the Federal government, the Mayor outlined how that money combined with some capital reserves will see a two year road program move into motion.
"I am pleased to announce that we have now tendered the reconstruction of Wildwood and Evergreen (from the Wildwood intersection to Skeena Drive). Rebuilding our roads is our top priority for your council. Many of our roads are very old and rough shape as they were built over muskeg. This is very common in this area. Properly constructed new roads with sidewalk and ensuring storm water drainage is installed will be the focus for current and future capital projects. The District has had several roads re-engineered after hiring a new engineering firm to support this and other infrastructure projects."
We had some background on that road remediation plan last month, which you can review here.
Mr. Bjorndal also made note of some ongoing issues when it comes to the District's water plant having suffered a minor mechanical issue resulting in some water discolouration in July.
As we noted yesterday, a similar situation developed this week with the District issuing a new notice to residents advising of the issues.
The District has also announced that as part of the province's move into the third phase of the BC Restart plan that they have hired on summer students to support the Public Works Department in their work.
Mayor Bjorndal also highlights some concerns he has heard from the community about speeding drivers along Skeena Drive, with a reminder of the posted speed limits in the District and that any incidents of such behaviour should be reported to the RCMP.
On the theme of traffic, the August update notes that as of September 1st vehicles will no longer be permitted on the boulevards around the District with all vehicles currently in place to be removed by the end of August. Those who do not follow the new rules could see their vehicles towed after the issuance of a second ticket within a 48 hour period.
The Mayor and Council have also confirmed that BC Transit will no longer operate the late evening bus runs to Prince Rupert owing to low ridership, those runs cancelled include the 930 and 1030 PM trips.
Some good news for recyclers in the community was delivered as well in the update, with Regional District providing for an additional bin in the District to be used for plastics and cardboard.
The ongoing concern over Dogs running at large in the community also makes for some focus from the Council, with a reminder for dog owners to keep their pets on a leash at all times, as well as to announce that the District will begin construction of a new dog park later this fall.
As well, it's back to business as usual at the Municipal Hall, or as usual as things can be in a time of COVID, with the District noting that residents are once again welcomed and encouraged to attend Council meetings, though under the current rules they can only allow for 4 individuals in the Council Chamber at any given time.
The next Port Edward Council meetings come up on August 11th and September 8th
Further notes related to the District can be explored from our archive page.
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