Water Restrictions
Annual water restrictions are in effect. There are 4 stages of water restrictions – more info can be found on the page Water Conservation Bylaw and Water Restrictions.
June 2024
Hello Texada! Here are some notes on recent events:
Thanks to Rick and Lindy for their generous donation!
OPEN BURNING BAN: Van Anda’s annual open burning ban is in effect from May 15 until October 15. Burning barrels included.
WATER LINE REPAIRS: Columbia leak is fixed. Plans are being made for replacing the watermain.
WATER RESTRICTIONS: Stage 2 in in effect. Watering is limited to one hour per area and to be done only in the early morning or evening. Lawn watering allowed only once a week, one hour per area. No restrictions on drip irrigation. More details at vananda-id.ca/water-conservation-bylaw/
WATER QUALITY: The Water Quality Advisory in still in place while we continue address the issues caused by some components reaching the end of their serviceable life. Vancouver Coastal Health continues to report no issues from the monthly water testing.
MEETINGS: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday June 12th 1:30pm
FIREFIGHTERS NEEDED! No experience necessary. Training, gear, and on-duty insurance coverage provided. Phone or text Acting Chief Mark Robert for more info 604-414-9662 or email firechief@vananda.ca
CONTACT INFO – Email: contact@vananda-id.ca – Phone: 604-486-7035 – Website: vananda-id.ca
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WATER EMERGENCY: phone Water Operator Marianne Segers at 604-315-1363
Texada Drainage Report
MOTI Texada Drainage Report (2024)
Parsons was retained by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MoTI) of British Columbia to undertake engineering services for a drainage study on Texada Island. The purpose of the study was to assess the condition and vulnerability of six priority areas, which cover culvert crossings along major traveling routes.
The primary objectives of the study were as follows:
- Conduct field assessments for each identified priority area, including condition assessment and
noticeable problems on site; - Conduct a hydrologic analysis for the major watersheds and calculate design peak flows for the major
streams; - Conduct a hydraulic analysis using HY-8 for each culvert crossing from the priority areas and additional
areas noted from the field assessments; - Develop new proposed drainage improvement recommendations for each stream crossing with an
identified condition or calculated hydraulic efficiency based on current MoTI design criteria; an - Provide a high-level conceptual cost estimate for the proposed drainage improvements.
In addition to the six priority sites, major arterial roads were included as part of the field condition assessments for major culvert crossings.
This document summarizes the project background, the field assessment, hydrologic and hydraulic assessment, proposed drainage improvement recommendations and cost estimate.
Open Burning Ban & Water Restrictions
Van Anda’s annual open burning ban is in effect from May 15 until October 15. Burning barrels included.
Stage 2 Water Restrictions are in effect.
- Watering is limited to one hour per area and to be done only in the early morning or evening.
- Lawn watering allowed only once a week, one hour per area, early morning or evening.
- Washing a vehicle or boat allowed only between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm
- Filling or adding water to a swimming pool, hot tub, garden pond or decorative fountain only between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm. Please contact us if you have a swimming pool – this year we are scheduling filling to avoid maxing out water production capacity (happens at the beginning of every summer).
- Washing outside surfaces like walk/driveways, exterior windows or building surface for a maximum of two hours, at any time of day.
- More details….
No restrictions on drip irrigation.
Please contact us of you are aware of excess water usage so we can address the issue. Thanks!
May 2024
Hello Texada! Here are some notes on recent events:
Thank you, Austin Rycroft, for your years of service and we wish you the best in your future endeavors. We welcome Trevor Morrison as VAID’s Operator-in-Training.
For water emergencies, phone Water Operator Marianne Segers at 604-315-1363
Most existing water connections were approved for a single-family residence only. To add more connections on your property, you need prior approval from VAID.
Thanks to those who attended the AGM. Financial statement for 2023 are available on the website.
Congratulations and thanks to Jane Waterman and Philip Tidd for continuing as Trustees.
WATER LINE REPAIRS: Plans are in place to repair Columbia leaks.
WATER RESTRICTIONS: Stage 1 started April 1st, Stage 2 begins May 15th. Stage 1 reduced lawn watering to once a week (one hour per area) with vehicle washing and pool filling only between 6pm and 10pm. Stage 2 further restricts lawn watering to the cooler hours with all other watering limited to one hour per area. More details are on our website: vananda-id.ca/water-conservation-bylaw/
WATER QUALITY: The Water Quality Advisory in still in place while we continue address the issues caused by some components reaching the end of their serviceable life. Vancouver Coastal Health continues to report no issues from the monthly water testing.
MEETINGS: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday May 15th 1:30pm at the Fire Hall.
FIREFIGHTERS NEEDED! No experience necessary. Training, gear, and on-duty insurance coverage provided. Phone or text Acting Chief Mark Robert for more information 604-414-9662 or email firechief@vananda.ca
CONTACT INFO Email: contact@vananda-id.ca – Phone: 604-486-7035 – Website: vananda-id.ca
SUBSCRIBE: Be notified by email for outages and other events at vananda-id.ca/subscribe
AGM minutes
Thank you to those who attended the AGM on Apr 20 at the Legion.
Congratulations to Jane Waterman and Philip Tidd for continuing with another 3-year term as Trustees.
Here are the draft minutes including reports presented.
Next regular meeting is scheduled for May 15, 1.30 upstairs at the Firehall.
AGM Documents
Draft 2023 Financial Statements
More information about Trustee responsibilities can be found here.
Annual General Meeting
Sat April 20, 2024 @ 9:30 am
VAID’s AGM will be held at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch # 232 on Legion Rd in Van Anda.
We have two 3-year trustee terms available for election. After nominations, candidates will be requested to give a brief statement and elections will follow.
The Auditor will be present to report on financials. Audited financial statements will be available to view prior to the AGM at the VAID office and on our website.
If you would like to make a motion, your item must be on the Agenda. Please contact us at least 5 days before the meeting to be included in the Agenda.
Minutes from last year’s AGM can be seen here.
April 2024
Hello Texada! Here are some notes from our last meeting, held March 13th
WATER LINE REPAIRS: A substantial leak on Earl St. resulted in our Water Treatment Plant going into alarm in the wee hours of the morning. A special THANK-YOU to Sylvia Praught and Ken Soles whose assistance and knowledge are very much appreciated. One leak on Columbia St. has been repaired and more require attention. Several other suspected leaks are under investigation and are being scheduled for repairs. A huge THANK-YOU goes out to the residents that advised us of water leaks. It makes a big difference to the whole system.
WATER QUALITY: The Water Quality Advisory continues. Specialized technicians have been to our Water Plant. More follow-up is required. Vancouver Coastal Health reports no issues from the monthly water testing. Test results are posted in the window of our office at the Fire Hall.
MEETINGS: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday April 10th 1:30pm at the Fire Hall. The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Saturday April 20 at the Legion. We are inviting community members to join us prior to the start of the AGM. The intent is to have a look at maps, drawings and photographs of water system repairs and installation. Perhaps you will be able to help us identify what we are looking at.
FIREFIGHTERS NEEDED! No experience necessary. Training, gear, and on-duty insurance coverage provided. Phone or text Acting Chief Mark Robert for more information 604-414-9662 or email firechief@vananda.ca
CONTACT INFO Email: contact@vananda-id.ca – Phone: 604-486-7035 – Website: vananda-id.ca
NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to our newsletter at vananda-id.ca/subscriptions
March 2024
Hello Texada! Here are some notes from our last meeting, held February 14th
WINTER WATER USE: Please continue to check for leaks that can develop after freeze/thaw cycles. We encourage you to insulate your outdoor water lines in lieu of letting water continue to run. More information is available at vananda-id.ca/winter
WATER LINE REPAIRS: Leaks have been repaired on Copper Queen St. and Columbia St. Several other suspected leaks are under investigation and are being scheduled for repairs. A huge THANK-YOU goes out to the residents that advised us of water leaks. It makes a big difference to the whole system. The water line on lower Blewett St. has been replaced.
WATER METERS: A recent substantial water leak has shown us that a water meter reading can identify unknown leaks. Water meters also help us identify anomalies in water usage. As such, we plan to start adding water meters to help detect leaks and gather statistical usage data. The next installations will be at the homes of our Trustees, beginning in the spring.
WATER QUALITY: The Water Quality Advisory continues. Specialized technicians have been engaged to assist us in improving the current situation.
MEETINGS: The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Wednesday March 13th 1:30pm at the Fire Hall.
The Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Saturday April 20 at the Legion.
THANK-YOU: To Wendy Davis for the two beautiful plaques she created using California Redwood staves from the old water tank. One in memory of Walter Gussman acknowledging his immense contribution to the continued development of VAID’s water system and one for Mike Craggs in recognition of his years of service and dedication as Fire Chief with the Van Anda Volunteer Fire Department.
CONTACT INFO Email: contact@vananda-id.ca – Phone: 604-486-7035 – Website: vananda-id.ca
NEWSLETTER: Subscribe to our newsletter at vanandaid.ca/subscriptions