Downtown Revitalization Project Update #7

Temporary Water System Installation Begins Week of Monday, April 28

As part of Gore Bay’s Downtown Revitalization Project, contractors will begin installing a temporary water bypass system during the week of Monday, April 28. This system will help avoid disruption to the water supply while improvements take place.

What to Expect:

• Installation may take up to two weeks to complete.
• Contractors will begin work the week of April 28
• Once the temporary system is in place and tested, connections to homes and businesses that use water from Meredith Street will begin.
• Professional plumbers will install outdoor taps at locations that don’t already have them.
• Once connected, properties will receive water through the temporary system and access to the regular watermain will be turned off inside the building.

How the System Works:

• A 2-inch black plastic pipe will be connected to fire hydrants on Phipps and Main Street.
• This pipe will run along the ground behind buildings (and occasionally on Meredith Street).
• A 3/4-inch black plastic pipe, that resembles a garden hose will be laid out to each residence and business.
• Contractors will connect the 3/4-inch pipes or hoses to the outdoor taps and shut the main water service off inside of the building.
• If necessary, outdoor taps will be installed as part of the project.

Access and Safety:

• Contractors may need to access property to complete installations, and affected properties will be notified accordingly.

Timeline:

• Residents and businesses can expect to be on the temporary water system for approximately 8–10 weeks.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work to improve our community infrastructure.

For more information, please visit our website or contact the Town Office at admin@gorebay.ca or 705-282-2420.