Brandon to enhance its flood protection system
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- Published on Friday, June 27, 2014
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Brandon's flood protection system will be receiving a boost in funding for permanent infrastructure.
The Brandon Flood Protection System Enhancements Project, which was announced on Friday, has three components and builds on new linear dike construction already completed along 18th Street North.
The first component will enhance the linear dike system within the city, including both improvements to the dikes and the dike drainage systems. The second component involves upgrades to the lift station along the Assiniboine River corridor to ensure residents on the north side of the river are able to retain domestic sewer services in the event of flooding. The third component is the construction of a dike to Highway 110 which will protect the important transportation and access route.
The project was announced after an agreement was made between the federal and provincial governments to redirect cost savings of $38 million from the Red River Floodway expansion project towards new flood mitigation projects elsewhere in the province.
"This funding will support much needed flood mitigation infrastructure for the City of Brandon and builds on the existing dike system, which will go a long way to enhance the safety of our homes, businesses and roads,” said Larry Maguire, member of parliament for Brandon-Souris in a release. “Our Government will continue to deliver on our commitment to support safe, modern infrastructure for all Canadians as we focus on creating jobs, promoting growth, and building strong, prosperous communities in Manitoba, and across Canada.”
The Government of Canada will provide up to $12.25 million through the Building Canada Fund-Major Infrastructure Component. Federal funding is conditional upon the signing of a contribution agreement. The Province of Manitoba meanwhile will contribute another $12.25 million to the project. The City of Brandon will also contribute up to $2.5 million to the total eligible project cost of $27 million.
With files from Manitoba news release
