Investigation Report: Ombudsman Act – RM of Springfield
investigations & monitoring
municipal / local body
Summary
A group of residents complained about water quality and capacity issues in the RM of Springfield. Specifically, the complainants were concerned about the operation of gravel pits close to the source of the Oak Bank/Dugald municipal water system, improper decommissioning of the Hillside Road landfill in 1997 and inadequate planning for increasing the capacity of the Oak Bank/Dugald water supply system to meet the ongoing needs of current and projected users. Throughout the course of our investigation, the RM took action to resolve the issues that that were raised and is taking steps to develop a comprehensive water supply plan.
Case 2014-0379