large-scale growth. Without that infrastructure, new residential and industrial development is stalled. “We’re putting ourselves out there that we are open for business,” Mayor Fraser says.“We’re listening, and we understand the challenges. The public wants growth, and we’re responding.” Developers are already lined up. The township has received inquiries for approximately 1,350 new housing units, including 1,291 urban units and 245 rural lots. “If we had the water, developers would be ready to build,” Mayor Fraser says. “The province Looking ahead, North Dundas has committed $1.5 million annually to upgrade roads and streets as part of its Roads Needs Study. “It’s an aggressive commitment,” Mayor Fraser explains.“We had to raise taxes to get there, but now the increases will be smaller. Roads and streets are essential to quality of life and economic growth.” WATER AND WASTEWATER INVESTMENTS For all its strengths, North Dundas faces one pressing challenge: water capacity. The township draws on groundwater sources, which means new wells and expanded treatment facilities are required to support 4 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09
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