December 2023
Hello Texada! Here are a few notes from our last regular board meeting, held Nov 15th.
WATER: Testing for residential leaks is well underway and several leaks have been detected. Testing is performed by measuring the water pressure where the water enters the house, while no water is being used. If the pressure drops, there’s a leak. If a leak is detected, the homeowner is provided with information and given a date that the repair must be completed by.
We are also installing meters on residences where excessive water use has been reported or is suspected. We will monitor the water use at first, and if the meter readings show that water use is higher that acceptable, the owner will be charged at metered rates and invoiced for the meter installation costs. You might be surprised at how high these costs can become! The rates can be found in the Water Tolls Bylaw.
One of the filter systems at the water treatment plant has been problematic recently. Many operator hours and extra cartridge filter use has been used to keep up with water production while the issue is being solved.
While water is being drawn by the pump on the raft, which is working nicely, work is being done on the intake well. A crack is present in the well casing where water can seep in from around the well. We are now considering how to move forward with this issue.
Remember to insulate your pipes rather than leaving your water running to prevent freezing.
FIRE PROTECTION: We received a donation from the Halloween Ball. THANK YOU to Lizetta Hanley and everyone who took part.
Regular fire practice is on Monday evenings. Please contact acting Fire Chief Mark Robert at 604-414-9662 for more info.
CONTACT: Email contact@vananda-id.ca Phone: 604-486-7035 Website: vananda-id.ca
NEXT MEETING: Residents are encouraged to join us for regular Board Meetings. Next meeting is Wednesday Dec 13th 1.30 Van Anda Firehall (upstairs).