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WednesDAY July 10, 2013
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Solar Energy
A step forward for the Sun Mine Project moves in cost analysis phase C AROLYN GR ANT editor@dailybulletin.ca
While there hasn’t been much public discussion about Kimberley’s proposed Sun Mine — an industrial grid-connected solar energy project at the former Sullivan Mine Concentrator site — much has been going on behind the scenes this past spring and winter. In fact, the project is now entering the detailed engineering phase to establish the final design, full costing and scheduling. The City has put out a request for engineering consultants, suppliers and contractors to submit an expression of interest outlining their qualifications for providing
goods and services to the SunMine project. Mayor Ron McRae says that it’s a small step forward in the process, but it’s also a large one for the project itself. “We are trying to get an exact fix on costing so that if we do take the decision to move forward, we will know that it will be a sustainable project. “Everything so far is looking really good, but we must do due diligence. All three partners (the City of Kimberley, Teck and Eco Smart) and are of the same mind. “We want to make sure the Sun Mine is viable, which we believe it to be.” McRae says that it is hoped that there could be a decision made before the 2014 construction season in order to get started next spring.
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The top academic student at Selkirk Secondary, and winner of the Governor General’s Bronze Medal, is Christina Kim. Christina finishes her secondary school career as top student after a five year run at top of her class. She is headed to McGill University in Montreal. Presenting the medal is Principal Clint Dolgopol.
Questions around Wasa water quality
Homeowners advised to have wells tested for quality - at their cost - and to use common sense when considering swimming in Wasa Lake C AROLYN GR ANT editor@dailybulletin.ca
Step #1: Call Karrie and get your access code number. 250-426-5201 extension 208
There are all sorts of concerns around the safety of water in Wasa after recent flooding, not only about whether the lake is safe for swimming, but around the water quality in private wells. Townsman reporter Sally Macdonald reported that the Regional District of East Kootenay is urging Interior Health to test the water at Wasa Lake after numerous inquiries from residents about its safety for swimming. Loree Duczek from the RDEK says the
RDEK has no water system in Wasa and no jurisdiction over water / water testing. The RDEK sent a letter to the CEO of Interior Health on Friday expressing concern with the lack of information on water quality and water testing provided to residents of the Wasa Lake area during the current flood event. IHA has been requested to initiate water testing of Wasa Lake and communicate the results to residents, issue a water advisory (if required) for the Wasa Lake area
due to the flood and the potential for contamination of water sources, and provide information to residents explaining how to test their wells. Director of Health Protection for Interior Health, Roger Parsonage, told the Daily Bulletin on Tuesday that Interior Health had not tested Wasa Lake, and further, IH was not responsible for private drinking water wells.
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