Released on October 30, 1997
Maynard Sonntag, minister responsible for Sask Water, along with local
dignitaries and residents today participated in the official opening
of Gravelbourg's $1.9 million upgrade to the town's water supply
system.
The completion of the improvements to the system will provide an
assured supply of quality water to approximately 1,300 people in
Gravelbourg and area. Upgrades to the system included renovations and
improvements to the water treatment plant, replacement of the pump
station and 11 kilometres of new pipe from Thomson Lake to
Gravelbourg.
"The benefits of securing a good supply of quality water for area
residents will not only enhance their quality of life but encourage
economic growth for the community too," Sonntag said. "Also, the
works will improve the taste and odour problems that occur during the
summer."
Construction of the system started last January and took about seven
months to complete. Eighteen jobs were created during the
construction phase. The system is owned and operated by Sask Water
who employs two people in the Gravelbourg area to operate it.
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For more information, contact:
Mart Cram
Sask Water
Outlook, Phone: (306) 867-5510