Water reservoir booster station finished
Government officials gathered today with Lake Country staff and local residents to celebrate the completion of a major infrastructure project that will contribute to improving the quality of water and life in the District of Lake Country.
The District of Lake Country Water Master Plan identified construction of a treated water reservoir at the Eldorado raw water reservoir site and a booster pumping station that interconnects the Beaver Lake and Okanagan Lake water systems as critical pieces of infrastructure. This project contributes to the ultimate goal of providing safe, sustainable, affordable water to benefit the community and protect public health and the environment. Additionally, the construction of this reservoir and booster station contributes to public safety by providing for increased fire protection to the Okanagan Lake water system.
(Eldorado water reservoir)
The total cost of the Eldorado water reservoir and Glenmore booster station project was valued at $8.3 million, with our federal and provincial partners contributing $5.81 million in grant monies through the Clean Water and Wastewater Fund.
It is because of our ongoing partnership with the provincial and federal governments that we have made great strides in improving our water supply to the community.
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
“These important upgrades will ensure Lake Country has the modern infrastructure it needs to provide residents with clean drinking water, protect local waterways, fight fires, and attract development so the community can grow and prosper. Investing in public infrastructure like this is vital to creating livable communities where people enjoy a high quality of life.”
Stephen Fuhr, Member of Parliament for Kelowna – Lake Country
“Congratulations to the residents of Lake Country on the delivery of another important and well needed project. The Federal Clean Water Waste Water Fund increased Federal financial participation from 33% to 50% funding; reducing the financial burden on communities for these critical infrastructure projects.”
Selina Robinson, B.C. Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
“Our government is focused on delivering the services people count on and we are proud to have helped to make this project a reality,” said Selina Robinson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. “Thanks to this investment, Lake Country residents can now feel confident knowing that the water from their taps is clean and safe to drink.”
Mayor James Baker, Lake Country
“Our ongoing partnership with the federal and provincial governments has helped us make great strides in improving our water supply to the community. This project is vital to advancing Lake Country’s long term goals and vision of our vibrant, healthy community by taking another step towards ensuring our community has a safe, reliable drinking water supply while protecting the critical upland water source and Vernon Creek ecosystem and contributing to economic growth.”
