The Cowichan Valley Regional District (CVRD) and the Town of Ladysmith have committed to creating a water agreement outlining how the town supplies water to the Saltair Water Service.
The two entities signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) and will establish a framework for a treated bulk water supply agreement for Saltair.
“Together, we have found a long-term solution to improve and strengthen an essential service for Saltair residents through a proactive, pragmatic partnership. My sincere thanks to Mayor Deena Beeston, Ladysmith council and both town and CVRD staff for their tireless and collaborative work in making this milestone a reality,” said CVRD electoral area G director Jesse McClinton.
According to a joint news release, the MOU will lead to a connection to receive water treated at Ladysmith’s facility and will supplement two new groundwater wells in Saltair.
The CVRD will compensate Ladysmith for water, and there will be no cost to Ladysmith residents, according to the news release.
“While many options were considered, we are confident that the future bulk water supply agreement between the CVRD and the Town of Ladysmith will be the most efficient and cost-effective way to provide safe, clean drinking water to Saltair,” said CVRD board chair Kate Segall.
