Regular Board Meeting Wed Aug 16
Next Regular Board meeting is on Wednesday Aug 16, 1.30, upstairs at the Firehall. All are welcome.
Newsletter August 2023
Hello Texada! Here are a few notes from our last Van Anda Improvement District (VAID) regular board meeting held Jul 12th.
WATER: Stage 3 Water Restrictions were implemented at the beginning of July. This year’s summer usage is more than expected and the increase since spring is more than in previous years. This may signify new leaks or water use changes. Investigations are continuing. Please help by letting us know of any water use concerns – email contact@vananada-id.ca or leave a message at 604-486-7035.
The Jul 7 article in the Powell River Peak stated that there is plenty of water for the new subdivision and the mining application. This information is from before the increased summer usage and is no longer applicable. Applications for new connections and other water provision will continue to be considered carefully.
Van Anda’s treated water is not allowed to be supplied to outside the district. This very clear in the Water Regulation Bylaw, which is available online at www.vananda-id.ca/bylaws. Measures are being taken to ensure that water cannot be taken from VAID. Bulk water may be available by approval – contact the office.
Please remember to use water responsibility – by fixing leaks, watering between 8 pm and 8 am (no lawn watering), and conserving water when possible. See the Water Restriction Chart for more details.
FIRE PROTECTION: One of the reasons for Stage 3 Water Restrictions is to keep the water storage tank full. High water usage can cause the water level in the tank to be too low to provide enough water for fire fighting needs.
INFORMATION concerning VAID is available at our website www.vananda-id.ca.
NEXT MEETING: Residents are encouraged to attend VAID meetings. Next meeting is AUG 16th at 1:30pm, upstairs at the fire hall in Van Anda.
Water Operator needed
Notice of Employment Opportunity
Water Operator
(Part-Time, Permanent Position)
The Van Anda Improvement District (VAID) has an employment opportunity for a Water Treatment Operator. Reporting to the VAID Trustees, the operator will be responsible, in conjunction with a co-worker, for overseeing the activities and processes that go into treating and distributing VAID drinking water, performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance work, and operating a variety of equipment in the operation, repair and maintenance of Van Anda water facilities & system. Duties also include taking samples to be sent to Vancouver Coastal Health and responding to call outs.
Applicants must be a Secondary School Graduate and possess or be willing to obtain a Small Water System Certificate within a year of being hired. The successful candidate must possess a valid Class 5 BC Drivers license. The position requires residency on Texada Island.
This is a permanent part time position (minimum 10 hours a week) that will, in time, increase in the hours worked per week. The rate of pay for this position commensurate with experience. Please send your cover letter and resume, including a list of 3 references, by mail or email to Van Anda Improvement District, PO Box 115, Van Anda, BC, V0N 3K0; email: contact@vananda-id.ca
Applications will be reviewed starting immediately, with the position remaining open until filled. Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
STAGE 3 WATER RESTRICTIONS ARE NOW IN EFFECT
VAN ANDA IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT WATER CONSERVATION BYLAW
Water hoses must be equipped with a handheld automatic shut-off nozzle.
STAGE 3 Restrictions:
- NO LAWN WATERING
- OTHER WATERING – hand watering and sprinklers for trees, shrubs, flowers, & vegetables – max one hour, only between 8 pm and 8 am
- NO VEHICLE & BOAT WASHING
- NO OUTSIDE SURFACE WASHING
- NO FILLING POOLS
Use of micro-irrigation or drip irrigation systems to water trees, shrubs, flowers, and vegetables is allowed on any day, at any time, as required
More information is available on the Water Conservation Bylaw page.
Due to high water use, Stage 3 Restrictions are now in place. Water production is nearing the maximum daily capacity of the Water Treatment Plant. Please decrease water usage as much as possible to ensure we have sufficient water in the storage tank for fire protection.
Our water source, Priest Lake, has lots of water; it’s our ability to treat sufficient water for fire protection and consumption that is an issue.
Leak detection is continuing. Please contact us if you are aware of any signs of leaks (wet areas, lush growth, or sound of water running), or have concerns about how water is being used.
Newsletter July 2023
Hello Texada! Here are a few notes from our last Van Anda Improvement District (VAID) regular board meeting held June 14th.
WATER: Water gain from a day of rain: approximately 2 centimetres (.75 inch) measured at Priest Lake.
Daily water loss from evaporation with no rain: approximately 0.6 – 1.27 centimetres (0.25 – 0.50 inches) depending on heat.
We experienced unseasonable heat in May and an extended dry spell which brought Priest Lake to its lowest level in recent years for May. Even after the recent rain, the lake level is still lower that it was on this date in 2021.
The trend toward hotter, drier conditions during summer is forecast to continue. Improved water intake options and pumping capabilities for fire protection use are still being explored.
Water use rose gradually as the dry spell continued, with daily average of 110,000 USG (416 m3) per day for the week before it rained. As of Jun 20, the daily average is 88,000 USG (333 m3).
If we wish to have access to sufficient, clean drinking water for daily consumption we must address and correct all water leaks, water waste and water theft. If you notice standing water, wet ground around town, or have any concerns, please let a VAID board member or the office know.
FIRE PROTECTION: Crescent Bay residents approached acting Fire Chief Mark Robert for fire protection.
This can be provided if properties are in the Improvement District, so a boundary amendment is required. This is a lengthy process and must be initiated by the property owners.
INFORMATION concerning VAID is available at our website www.vananda-id.ca. A quarterly newsletter is underway.
NEXT MEETING: Residents are encouraged to attend VAID meetings. Next meeting is July 12th at 1:30pm, upstairs at the fire hall in Van Anda.