The Federal government has announced an investment of 250 thousand dollars to help five Manitoba communities put in place innovative asset management strategies.  Of that total the City of Flin Flon will receive 50 thousand dollars to identify, catalogue and analyze the life cycle and capacity of each asset and to develop information on maintenance requirements, service levels and new asset needs.  This will result in an effective asset management plan and informed, cost effective decisions around levels of service.  All asset classes within the City will be looked at including facilities, roads, sidewalks, water treatment systems, wastewater treatment systems and equipment.

Northern Affairs Minister Dan Vandal noted infrastructure is essential to local economies and for resident’s quality of life and these projects will help communities plan for their needs and find savings over the long term.