Title
Acheson Zone 3 Wastewater Rehabilitation Multi-Year Approval
Proposed Motion
That Council approve additional debt-funded capital of $1,000,000 in 2027 and $1,000,000 in 2028 to support the completion of the Acheson Zone 3 Wastewater Rehabilitation project as a multi-year initiative, bringing the total approved funding for the project to $3,000,000 over the 2026-2028 period.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motions.
Purpose
Administration requires Council approval for project commitments spanning more than one year, including additional debt-funded capital in 2027 and 2028.
Summary
Administration is seeking Council's approval of Acheson Zone 3 multi-year Wastewater Rehabilitation project as a multi-year initiative spanning 2026 through 2028, including approval of additional debt-funded capital of $1,000,000 in 2027 and $1,000,000 in 2028.
The project has two primary objectives: reduce wet weather flow and optimize future infrastructure planning. Both objectives will provide system capacity to accommodate near term growth in Acheson Zones 3, 5 and 7. These improvements will defer high cost system expansions to later timelines and maximize use of existing assets.
This project was originally planned to occur in 2026; however, due to increases in utility rates as a result of the Arrow Utilities increases, Administration has moved this to a 3-year initiative to soften the impact on utility rates with $1,000,000 currently approved for 2026.
Approval of the additional funding will bring the total project budget to $3,000,000 over the 2026-2028 period and provide Administration with the necessary funding authority to proceed with the phased rehabilitation work.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Pillar A: Complete Communities: Goal A1: To ensure that County infrastructure meets the needs for residents, businesses, and industry.
Financial Impact:
Cost: $1,000,000 in 2027 and $1,000,000 in 2028
Source of Funding: Debt