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LONG-TERM INFRASTRUCTURE TOP PRIORITY AT MUNICIPAL MINISTERS’ MEETING

Released on July 11, 2012

Government Relations Minister Jim Reiter joined representatives from across the country today to advocate for a new federal infrastructure plan and funding program that meets the needs for all municipalities. This is the key discussion at the annual meeting of provincial and territorial ministers responsible for municipal government in Kananaskis, Alberta.

"Saskatchewan is seeing unprecedented growth and prosperity and we need to ensure that the right infrastructure is in place now and in the years to come to maintain this momentum," Reiter said. "More than $1 billion has been committed to municipal infrastructure in Saskatchewan by provincial, federal and municipal governments in the last four years and now is the time to draft the long-term plan to sustain and build on that investment so that our province's growth can continue."

Reiter was one of many ministers asking that the next federal infrastructure plan be developed through a collaborative approach; provide funding that is flexible, reliable and respectful of PT jurisdiction over municipal affairs; and to recognize that provinces and territories are in the best position to determine infrastructure priorities. Federal Minister of State (Transport) Steven Fletcher joined the provincial and territorial Ministers Responsible for Local Government for part of the meeting.

"It was an important message to deliver to Minister Fletcher; each province and territory agrees that these are our top priorities for developing a new federal long-term infrastructure plan and funding program," Reiter said.

Reiter emphasized all levels of government must collaborate on a long-term approach to infrastructure planning to support Saskatchewan municipalities. Infrastructure for drinking water, wastewater and transportation are critical to providing a high quality of life. The Government of Saskatchewan is dedicated to helping municipalities deliver these essential services.

Provincial and territorial Ministers Responsible for Local Government meet each year to discuss issues and make recommendations for the development of municipal strategies, planning and legislation.

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For more information, contact:

Nicole Fellinger
Government Relations
Regina
Phone: 306-787-2687
Email: nicole.fellinger@gov.sk.ca
Cell: 306-527-8412

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