
By Fatima Raza, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, TheIFP.ca
Cleaner water and safer trails are on the way after Halton Regional Council approved nearly half a million dollars for two Credit Valley Conservation projects.
The report from Credit Valley Conservation (CVC), approved by Halton Regional Council on March 19, requests $495,000 in funding.
The money will support two environmental projects including the Black Creek Subwatershed initiative and a hazard tree management program, both of which aim to address environmental and safety concerns in conservation areas.
The Black Creek Subwatershed project will receive $315,000 to help improve water quality and natural habitats in Black Creek and Fairy Lake. The funding will support restoration studies, floodplain mapping and a sustainability plan for the area.
The hazard tree management program will get $180,000 to address safety risks in Limehouse, Terra Cotta and Silver Creek conservation areas. Trees weakened by pests, disease and extreme weather will be assessed and removed if necessary to prevent damage to property and ensure public safety.
“The management of hazard trees on Credit Valley Conservation properties is a critical priority,” the report said. “This initiative is identified in Credit Valley Conservation’s Sustainable Forest Management Plan and requires additional resources.”
The report also explains the program aims to protect public and staff safety, reduce risks for Credit Valley Conservation and prevent potential property damage.
These projects are part of a larger five-year plan, with CVC requesting $2.1 million to fund conservation efforts in Halton. The CVC board approved the request on Feb. 21.
Residents and visitors can expect improvements in water quality, flood prevention and forest health in the years ahead, stated the report.
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