Collapsed storm sewers and roads, weekly emergency repairs as well as water main issues.
Just a taste of what is becoming a critical issue in Dryden in terms of crumbling infrastructure.
A City report indicates Dryden is in need of $322-million worth of infrastructure replacements, including $176-million for roads.
The immediate and urgent need is roughly $96-million over a 10-year period.
Right now, Council only has $1.5-million a year available for infrastructure spending.
Councillor Norm Bush says they are hoping for Ontario and Federal support to help them get back on the right footing.
Bush says they need $6.9-million a year in government support to meet current infrastructure needs.
Bush says he’s encouraged following talks with Kenora MP Bob Nault.
Manager of Public Works and Engineering Blake Poole says the City is currently “reactive” and not “proactive”.
The City has drafted a 10-year plan that mainly focuses on road, water, sanitary and storm sewer upgrades.
