The Town of Drayton Valley stands to benefit from provincial fuding aimed at improving local water and wastewater infrastructure.
The Alberta government has announced up to $542,000 for the Town of Drayton Valley to upgrade its water treatment plant distribution pumps through the Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership, which includes $18.5 million to support 19 projects throughout the province. The government says this year alone, they are committing $33.7 million for 32 water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Alberta.
Provincial officials say access to safe, reliable water is fundamental to healthy and thriving communities, and add, these systems work behind the scenes every day to protect public health, protect ecosystems, and power the housing and economic development that a growing province needs.
“Reliable access to clean water is essential to the health and growth of Drayton Valley,” says Andrew Boitchenko, MLA for Drayton Valley-Devon and Minister of Tourism and Sport. “By investing directly into key priority projects, we are protecting our community’s health and boosting local economic development. I am proud to advocate for our region, and to see our provincial government make meaningful investments for our future.”
The government says the upgraded distribution pumps will improve the reliability and resilience of the town’s water system by allowing water to be pumped directly from the treatment plant, removing pumping constraints at Reservoir 2, and making future maintenance and repairs more efficient. The upgrades aim to give Drayton Valley a more dependable water supply and an essential backup system for years to come.
“Modern, reliable water infrastructure is essential to the health, safety, and continued growth of Drayton Valley,” adds Nancy Dodds, mayor, Drayton Valley. “This support from the provincial government allows us to complete critical upgrades at our water treatment plant without placing a heavy financial strain on local taxpayers. We are grateful for Alberta’s continued investment in our community’s foundational needs and long-term vitality.”
Provincial officials note, the Alberta Municipal Water/Wastewater Partnership is a cost-shared provincial grant program that helps eligible small- and medium-sized municipalities to build and upgrade essential water and wastewater infrastructure. Administered by Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, officials say the program helps communities upgrade local infrastructure, ensure long-term drinking water safety, and support future housing and economic development across the province.
The government says investments through the Alberta Water/Wastewater Partnership help municipalities renew critical infrastructure, protect public health, accommodate population growth, and build resilient local economies.
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