Civil and Municipal - Jan 2024

2031, so we’ve been investing deeply in our community.” INFRASTRUCTURE PLANNING AND INVESTMENT With exponential growth in mind, the town has proactively invested hundreds of millions of dollars in infrastructure projects. “A lot of the infrastructure upgrades that we’re putting in place right now are to increase our capacities for servicing the new properties and new lots that are coming on,” reports Peter Loukes, Director of Development and Engineering Services. “To that end, we are currently doing some expansions and upgrades to our sewage treatment plant that we have in town. As well we’re doing some improvements to our water supply system.” Bradford West Gwillimbury currently sources water from Lake Simcoe and is collaborating with neighboring municipalities to enhance capacity in alignment with increased housing over the next 10 to 15 years. Terry Foran, Director of Community Services, underscores Bradford West Gwillimbury’s strategic approach to growth. He says the town is investing significantly in a 10-year forecast for municipal asset replacement. “While we’re planning for the growth, we’re renewing our underground infrastructure and our surface infrastructure to maximize the lifespan of those While we’re planning for the growth, we’re renewing our underground infrastructure and our surface infrastructure, just to upgrade and make sure we are tidy, and not letting anything slide Bayview-Wellington Homes has been an active part of Bradford West Gwillimbury for the last decade. Now in the fourth phase of the Green Valley East community, Bayview-Wellington has been integral to the growth and development of Bradford. Surrounded by breathtaking landscapes near the Holland River, Green Valley East is a collection of townhomes, semis, and singles featuring modern living spaces with incredible detail. Since the initial phase of Green Valley East in 2015, Bayview-Wellington has helped transition the once up-and-coming town of Bradford West Gwillimbury into a thriving and ever-growing metropolis.  In the last few years, Bradford West Gwillimbury has become synonymous with being an ideal town to raise a family. The increasing number of schools and daycares combined with the convenience of close proximity to Southlake Regional Health Centre, dentists, and other healthcare providers make the Green Valley East community ideal for growing families.Alongside this, the growing number of stores and restaurants ensures residents of Green Valley East have everything they need at their fingertips. The cherry on top of the perfect town is that Bradford West Gwillimbury is home to numerous beautiful parks and trails, including the nearby Scanlon Creek Conservation Area.  28 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 01 BRADFORD WEST GWI LL I . . .