Chlorine levels at tank good.
This morning’s tests show the chlorine levels are within limits. Problem appears to be in the chlorine analyzer/controller. We are sourcing a new unit.
Water Quality Advisory remains in effect
Water Quality Advisory – High Chlorine Levels
An issue with the chlorine pump has caused too much chlorine to be added to the water. Maximum recommended levels are 4 parts per million (ppm); this mornings measurement at the tank was close to 6 ppm. Usual level is around 3 ppm.
The quickest way to remove chlorine from water is by boiling for 15 mins. Alternatively, leaving the water in a pot or other container with wide opening for at least 24 hours will remove the chlorine by evaporation.
Please share this with others, especially to those with pre-existing health conditions.
We are currently working on resolving the issue.
Water Restrictions Lifted
The power issue at the treatment plant has been resolved and water production is back to normal.
Minimum water use please!
We have a power issue at the treatment plant. Please keep water use to an absolute minimum. Updates will be posted.
November 2024 Newsletter
Hello Texada! Here are some notes on recent events:
BURN BAN LIFTED: The annual burn ban ended on Oct 15. It is still not permitted to burn any materials which create a noxious odour, such as plastics, rubber, garbage, or animal organic waste. The Fire Regulation Bylaw will be changed so burning restrictions are similar to those in Gillies Bay.
WATER RESTRICTIONS have ended. A reminder that hoses must be equipped with spring-loaded shutoff nozzle at all times. Please continue to consider your water usage. Cold weather is coming so please be prepared by insulating exposed lines & fixtures.
WATER QUALITY ADVISORY: The Boil Water Notice was lifted Oct 6 after 2 consecutive samplings showed no Coliform or E. Coli bacteria. We have returned to a Water Quality Advisory which will likely be in effect until the media replacement in the Ion Exchange units is complete, which will allow the UV Treatment to be fully effective. More information on Notices and Advisories at vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/
TEXT NOTIFICATION for WATER EMERGENCIES: We are setting a system for notification by text. There have been comments on social media that this is wanted, but very few people have provided us with their numbers. If you or anyone you know would like to be texted about water emergencies, please let us know.
FIRE PROTECTION AREA EXPANSION: We received about 20 Petitions to Amend Boundaries from property owners outside the District so they can have Fire Department response if needed. These owners have been notified how much their Rural Property Tax will increase (based on property value) and we need confirmation from them before continuing the process. Those that have confirmed need to sign the Temporary Fire Protection Agreement if they want Fire Department response before the Boundary Amendment is complete. This process takes several months so if you want to be covered in the meantime, please contact the office.
EVENING MEETINGS: No one replied to our requests for interest in evening meetings, so meetings will continue to be held during the day.
NEXT MEETING: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday Nov 13th 1:30pm
FIREFIGHTERS STILL NEEDED! No experience necessary. Training, gear, and 24-hr (NEW – now includes off-duty) accident insurance coverage provided. Contact Fire Chief Mark Robert 604-414-9662 or firechief@vananda.ca
CONTACT INFO: Please let us know your concerns! contact@vananda-id.ca – 604-486-7035
SUBSCRIBE: Be notified by email for outages and other events at vananda-id.ca/subscribe/
WATER EMERGENCY: Water Operator Marianne Segers 1-604-315-1363
Boil Water Notice Lifted
Van Anda’s Boil Water Notice is no longer in effect as 2 consecutive VCH sample testing results show no Coliform or E. Coli bacteria in the water. Previously, low levels of Coliforms were detected. Coliforms are very common in the environment.
We have returned to the Water Quality Advisory, which is in place for those with health issues. These individuals may still want to boil their water before consumption.
The Advisory will stay in place until the UV Treatment system is fully functional. We are making good progress with increasing UV levels and they are close to requirements, however this is unlikely to be fully resolved until the Ion Exchange media has been replaced. The media replacement is a complicated and costly process; we are bringing in an expert for assistance.
More info on Notices and Advisories can be seen on this page Water Quality Notices
October 2024 Newsletter
Hello Texada! Here are some notes on recent events:
LEAK REPAIRS: More repairs have been completed and still more leaks are popping up. Please continue to report leaks – thank you to those who have done so – we need your help!
WATER RESTRICTIONS now at STAGE 2: This change from Stage 3 decreases restrictions so you can now wash vehicles, boats, and outside surfaces. Limited lawn watering and pool filling is also allowed. Stage 2 will end Oct 15. More detail at Water Conservation Bylaw and Water Restrictions
We have listened to resident’s requests and simplified the Water Conservation Bylaw. The new one will be in effect for 2025. Thanks for your input and thanks to all who are reducing their water usage.
BOIL WATER NOTICE: Another Boil Water Notice was called Sep 7 after two samples from Van Anda (not the same location as last time) showed very low levels of Coliform bacteria. Vancouver Coastal Health requires 2 subsequent sets of samples that pass the off-site VCH testing before we can lift the Boil Water Notice. This is why the Notice stays in effect for at least 2 weeks even if the problem has been resolved. Once the Notice is lifted, we will return to a Water Quality Advisory until the media replacement in the Ion Exchange units is complete. More information on Notices and Advisories at Water Quality Notices
TEXT NOTIFICATION for WATER EMERGENCIES: We are setting a system for notification by text, to quickly inform the public on water outages and water quality issues. If you or anyone you know would like to be texted about water emergencies, please let us know. We have very few replies so far!
EVENING MEETING? Please let us know if you would attend and evening meeting or information session. (No responses yet regarding this.)
NEXT MEETING: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday Oct 16th 1:30pm
FIREFIGHTERS STILL NEEDED! No experience necessary. Training, gear, and accident insurance coverage provided. Contact Fire Chief Mark Robert 604-414-9662 or firechief@vananda.ca
CONTACT INFO: Please let us know your concerns! contact@vananda-id.ca – 604-486-7035
SUBSCRIBE: Be notified by email for outages and other events at Subscribe
WATER EMERGENCY: Water Operator Marianne Segers 1-604-315-1363
Boil Water Notice continued
Van Anda Improvement District still has a BOIL WATER NOTICE in effect.
This is to advise that the Environmental Health Officer has issued a boil water notice to all residents within the Van Anda Improvement District. The water is presently considered unfit for drinking or domestic use and should be boiled for one minute prior to consumption.
All residents are requested to notify their immediate neighbours who may be unaware of the boil water advisory.
Of the samples taken Sep 17, 2 had low levels of Coliform bacteria (Earl St and Marble Bay Rd/Van Anda Ave), and one had something growing that was neither Coliforms or E. Coli (end of Wall St).
Any questions may be directed to the Administrator at contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035. More information is available at vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/
Boil Water Notices are usually in place for at least two weeks, even when the problem has been resolved, as two consecutive sets of water samples must pass off-site VCH testing before the notice can be lifted.
BOIL WATER NOTICE
Van Anda Improvement District has issued a BOIL WATER NOTICE
This is to advise that the Environmental Health Officer has issued a boil water notice to all residents within the Van Anda Improvement District.
The water is presently considered unfit for drinking or domestic use and should be boiled for one minute prior to consumption.
All residents are requested to notify their immediate neighbours who may be unaware of the boil water advisory.
Any questions may be directed to the Administrator at contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035
More information is available at vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/
Boil Water Notices are usually in place for at least two weeks, even when the problem has been resolved, as two consecutive sets of water samples must pass off-site VCH testing before the notice can be lifted.
Sept 2024 Newsletter
Hello Texada! Here are some notes on recent events:
WATER QUALITY: The recent Boil Water Notice was needed when one sample from Van Anda had a Coliform count of 2. Vancouver Coastal Health requires 2 subsequent samples that pass the test (0 Coliforms) before lifting the Boil Water Notice. There was already a Water Quality Advisory active as the secondary disinfection Ultraviolet Treatment is not fully effective yet. This is still in place as we solve treatment plant issues. More information on Notices and Advisories at vananda-id.ca/water-quality-notices/
TEXT NOTIFICATION SYSTEM: We are setting a system for notification by text. If you know of anyone who would like to be texted when there are water issues, please let us know. In the meantime, be notified immediately by email for outages and other events at vananda-id.ca/subscribe/
EVENING MEETING? We have heard that some residents would attend Board meetings if they were held in the evening rather than the afternoon. Please let us know if you would attend and evening meeting or information session.
NEXT MEETING: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday Sep 11th 1:30pm
FIREFIGHTERS STILL NEEDED! No experience necessary. Training, gear, and on-duty insurance coverage provided. Many practices and training events are held together with Gillies Bay as Texada’s 2 FDs continue to work together. Contact Fire Chief Mark Robert for more info 604-414-9662 or email firechief@vananda.ca
CONTACT INFO: Please let us know your concerns! contact@vananda-id.ca – 604-486-7035 – vananda-id.ca
WATER EMERGENCY: Water Operator Marianne Segers 1-604-315-1363
CALL FOR CONTRACTORS
Contact the office if you have the necessary equipment and would like to be considered for contract work for Van Anda’s water system.
Email contact@vananda-id.ca or phone 604-486-7035