2021 details of recommended projects appendix b

2021 Details of Recommended Projects Appendix B

Project Name:Division:Service Area:Operating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 50,639,247$ Tax Implication: 930,117$ borrowing cost per year plus operating impact as indicated below

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 8,505,000 18,703,000 11,802,100 9,489,900 - Operating Budget: 100,000 200,000 150,000 200,000 -

Funding Sources:DCC 4,677,750 9,487,250 1,000,000 - - GrantsDonationsWastewater Northern Community Reserve 3,827,250 8,416,350 5,310,945 4,270,455 - Borrowing - 799,400 5,491,155 5,219,445 - Taxation/User Funded 100,000 200,000 150,000 200,000 -

8,605,000 18,903,000 11,952,100 9,689,900 -

Scope:

WW0010 - French Creek Pollution Control Centre Expansion and Odor Control UpgradesRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater Northern Community

French Creek Pollution Control Centre (FCPCC) treats wastewater from about 27,000 people and businesses in Qualicum Beach and Parksville and the service areas of French Creek, Pacific Shores, Surfside, and Barclay Crescent. FCPCC also treats trucked waste from homes with septic systems and holding tanks. FCPCC currently provides Secondary Treatment which is the provincial and federal requirement.

The RDN is developing a $48.5 million expansion and odour upgrade to:

- increase plant capacity by about 30% and meet the service area demands to 2040,improve operational efficiency and replace aging infrastructure in the existing plant,- incorporate extensive odour control upgrades for the existing plant,include odour controls for the expansion, andcontribute to carbon neutrality by using solar panels and recovering heat from treated effluent.FCPCC is also participating in a Contaminants of Emerging Concern Planning Study to: - monitor wastewater for the presence of some unregulated substances,provide insight into the ability of different treatment technologies to remove contaminants of emerging concern, and - support future decision making regarding future treatment levels.

RCU-ES-2-23: Continue to implement a capital works strategy and adjust operational procedures to mitigate on site odours (French Creek Pollution Control Center)

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Nanaimo and LantzvilleOperating Plan Action #:Project Cost: 8,096,000$ Tax Implication: 80,000$

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 430,000 3,809,000 3,807,000 - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCC 175,000 1,904,500 1,903,500 - - GrantsDonationsSouthern Wastewater Reserve 175,000 1,904,500 1,903,500 - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded 80,000 - - - -

430,000 3,809,000 3,807,000 - -

Scope:

WW0023 - Departure Bay Pump Station Upgrade Regional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Southern

The Hydraulic Modeling Study of the Nanaimo Interceptor completed by GeoAdvice Engineering Inc. in 2017 identified the Departure Bay Pump Station as a key capacity bottleneck with respect to future estimated capacities of the system. This work is included in the 5 year capital plan.Increasing pumping capacity of the Departure Bay Pump Station has four major components that will need to be addressed. These components are linked, and the current plan is for a phased approach through engineering design, planning and scheduling to minimize the impact to the system, as well as spread the cost over three years.The components of the system that require upgrade are:1: Engineering and Design2: Forcemain: The pressurized pipeline downstream of the pump house can support the increased flow from a design velocity standpoint. The intent is to improve the integrity of the existing pipeline to extend its operating life.3: Pumphouse Electrical Service and Infrastructure: Increasing pumping capacity will increase the electrical demand of the pump station. There is currently insufficient capacity in the existing BC Hydro service to the Departure Bay Pump Station. This project phase will be to increase the capacity of the service provided by BC Hydro and the RDN owned high voltage electrical infrastructure such as transformers; switchgear and back-up power generator.4: Pumping capacity increase: With pipeline capacity confirmed and upgraded electrical supply in place, phase 4 will increase the pumping capacity by installing larger pumps; internal pumphouse piping; motor control centres and process control.

The engineering design of this upgrade will also need to take the predicted sea level rise into consideration due to the location of the pump station.

RCU- GM-4.2-12 Departure Bay Pump Station Upgrades

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: EA EOperating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 5,626,500$ Tax Implication: 368,556$ borrowing cost per year plus operating impact as indicated below

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 367,500 1,935,000 3,174,000 - - Operating Budget: - 40,000 40,000 125,000 -

Funding Sources:DCC 367,500 25,000 - - - GrantsDonationsWastewater Nanoose Reserves - 405,000 45,000 - - Borrowing - 1,505,000 3,129,000 - - Taxation/User Funded - 40,000 40,000 125,000 -

367,500 1,975,000 3,214,000 125,000 -

Scope:

WW0011 - Nanoose Secondary TreatmentRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Nanoose

RCU-GM-4.2-11 Upgrade the Nanoose Pollution Control Centre to include Secondary Treatment

An upgrade is required for the Nanoose Pollution Control Facility (serving approximately 730 connections) from a primary treatment facility to a secondary treatment facility in order to meet both federal and provincial effluent quality regulations. Engineering design will be carried out in 2021. This work is part of the 5 Year Capital Plan and grants are being sought to assist in funding the work.

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Nanaimo and LantzvilleOperating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 5,491,582$ Tax Implication: 373,573$ borrowing cost per year

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 5,250,000 - - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsReservesBorrowing 5,250,000 - - - - Taxation/User Funded

5,250,000 - - - -

Scope: In early 2020, it was discovered that the integrity of the forcemain is deteriorating. Approximately 700m length of the forcemain in the area of Meadow Lane / Bonnie Drive requires immediate rehabilitation in order to prevent future spills to the environment. The work will include: - Installation of a temporary bypass line to convey flow while works are being completed. - A combined approach of parallel replacement and internal lining to restore the integrity of the forcemain.

WW0037 - GNPCC - Dep. Bay Forcemain Replacement / RepairRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Southern

RCU- GM-4.2-08 Continue Developing Preventative Maintenance Plan to monitor equipment failure and repair costs and prioritize asset replacement

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Parksville, Qualicum Beach, E, GOperating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 5,022,595$ Tax Implication: -$

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 4,476,422 - - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCC 1,342,927 - - - - GrantsDonationsNorthern Wastewater Reserve 3,133,495 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

4,476,422 - - - -

Scope: Infrastructure and equipment upgrades are required in order to meet anticipated future flows at this pump station. An increase in pumping capacity will mitigate risks of future overflows resulting in spills to the environment. The work will also address maintenance accessibility issues at the pump station, and make provisions for emergency backup power to address risks of future service disruptions. The work is included in the 5 Year Capital Plan. A detailed design is currently underway for the project with construction starting in 2021, which will include: - Construction of a new wetwell and upgrading of the existing wetwell.- Replacement of existing pumps and installation of additional pumps.- Installation of a new generator on street level at Bay Avenue.- Upgraded electrical and control systems.- Wetwell elevation increase to allow for sea level rise.

WW0021 - Bay Avenue Pump Station and Generator UpgradeRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Northern

RCU-GM-4-33 Expand Bay Avenue Pump Station

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Nanaimo, LantzvilleOperating Plan Action #:


2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 150,000 3,500,000 - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsSouthern Wastewater Reserve 150,000 3,500,000 - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

150,000 3,500,000 - - -

Scope: The Grit and Sedimentation tanks in the Greater Nanaimo Pollution Control Centre are scheduled for relining of the internal wetted surfaces and replacement of the drive mechanisms as part of the GNPCC Preventative Maintenance and Asset Management Program.

WW0038 - GNPCC Grit and Sedimentation Tank ReliningRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Southern

RCU- GM-4.2-09 Greater Nanaimo Pollution Control Centre Grit and Sedimentation Tank Relining

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, A, B, C, E, F, G, HOp Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 2,487,875$ Tax Implication: 50,000$

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 250,000 467,875 - 1,770,000 - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrants - 37,875 - - - DonationsRegional Parks Development Reserve 200,000 430,000 - 1,770,000 - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded 50,000 - - - -

250,000 467,875 - 1,770,000 -

Scope: The planning for a crossing over the Nanaimo River and trail development to link the two sections of the Morden Colliery Regional Trail have been underway since 2015. A concept plan was completed and reviewed by the public and the Regional Board provided direction to design the bridge for equestrian use. An application was made to the Agricultural Land Commission (ALC) for this project and their approval was received in July 2018. The ALC approval will expire in June 2021 and an extension request has been requested for a 2024 planned project completion date . Detailed design and studies will be initiated in 2021 and the budget has been increased to include parking and trail upgrades between Morden Colliery Provincial Park and the river. A consultant will be hired in Spring 2021 to create a functional design for this large-scale project.

PR0010 - Nanaimo River Bridge - Morden Colliery Regional TrailRecreation & Parks ServicesRegional Parks and Trails

RP-SWB-8-17 Nanaimo River Bridge Crossing on Morden Colliery Trail

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: EA EOperating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 3,070,000$ Tax Implication: 27,654$ borrowing cost per year

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 1,220,000 500,000 400,000 - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsWastewater Nanoose Reserves 1,220,000 350,000 200,000 - - Borrowing - 150,000 200,000 - - Taxation/User Funded

1,220,000 500,000 400,000 - -

Scope:

WW0022 - Nanoose Pump Station Upgrades & Forcemain ReplacementRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Nanoose

RCU- GM-4.2-08 Continue developing Preventative Maintenance Plan to monitor equipment failure and repair costs and prioritize asset replacement

Wastewater Forcemains were installed by a contractor hired by the Fairwinds Developer. Once installed and operational, the sewer system was turned over to the RDN to operate and maintain. Poor quality workmanship by the contractor and lack of quality control oversight by the developer has resulted in inferior piping installation from a piping material perspective and lack of protection of the piping through the use of inferior or, in places, no suitable pipe bedding material. These pressurized pipes have been prone to several failures, typically caused by sharp rocks penetrating the pipe wall.This project will start replacing the pressurized forcemains that have been prone to failure in a systematically staged approach to eliminate the risk of a breach of untreated sewage to the environment.Wastewater Lift Stations in Nanoose have been in service for over 30 years and are requiring major maintenance to replace worn and corroded piping, valves and pump electrical and control infrastructure to ensure asset reliability. The configuration of the piping and valves will be upgraded to minimize the hazard of confined space work for operating personnel during routine maintenance.

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Part of Electoral Area EOperating Plan Action #:Project Cost: $ 1,200,000 Tax Implication: $ 89,888 borrowing cost per year

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 300,000 900,000 - - - Operating Budget:Asset Management Costs:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsReservesBorrowing 300,000 900,000 - - - Taxation/User Funded

300,000 900,000 - - -

Scope: A long term water supply plan, completed as part of the Englishman River Water Service project development in the 2000's, identified a significant shortfall in reservoir capacity in the Nanoose Bay WSA. This new reservoir will address that issue by adding a third reservoir to the two existing units located on Notch Hill in Nanoose Bay. This project is timed to be available ahead of the demand coming on line, and to allow the small Arbutus Reservoir to be decommissioned as it is at the end of its useful life.

Fairwinds Reservoir #1 pictured below.

WT0005 - Nanoose Bay - Fairwinds Reservoir #3Regional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteNanoose Bay Peninsula Water Service Area

RCU-GM-4.2-28 Nanoose Bay - Fairwinds Reservoir #3

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Nanaimo, LantzvilleOperating Plan Action #:


2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 94,500 1,088,800 - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsSouthern Wastewater Reserve 94,500 1,088,800 - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

94,500 1,088,800 - - -

Scope: The Motor Control Centres (MCCs) located in the basement at the GNPCC Facility are past the design life and are a risk to plant reliability through failure of components that are now obsolete. This project is required to be carried out subsequent to the current upgrades project to maintain operational integrity. It has been determined though historical projects that it is most cost effective and the least disruptive to the operation to purchase pre-assembled Electrical Cabinets that are fabricated in a controlled workshop environment and replace complete MCC panels as opposed to retrofitting and replacing components in the field. This shop assemble process also allows for strict quality control and Factory Acceptance Testing, where RDN personnel and Engineering Specialist from the design consultant can witness the performance of the assembled panels through simulated testing prior to shipping to site and installation. This process substantially reduces installation time on site and risk of a delayed start up to the operation.

WW0032 - GNPCC Basement Motor Control Centres ReplacementRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWastewater - Southern

RCU- GM-4.2-10 Greater Nanaimo Pollution Control Centre Basement Motor Control Centres Replacement

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Parts of Electoral Areas A, E, F, G Operating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: $ 1,100,000 Tax Implication:

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: - 200,000 700,000 100,000 - Operating Budget: 50,000 - - - -

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsReservesBorrowing - 200,000 700,000 100,000 - Taxation/User Funded 50,000 - - - -

50,000 200,000 700,000 100,000 -

Scope: This project was approved in the 2020-2024 Financial Plan. We are requesting an additional $50,000 of spending in 2021.A new facility for Water Services Operations on RDN-owned land to ben constructed. Conceptual work started in 2020. In 2021, a final concept and budget will be developed, and voter assent for borrowing to be approved. This facilty would replace the current leased facility and provide long-term cost advantages to taxpayers in the RDN's Water and Sewer Collection Service Areas. (Early concept in photo below)

Water Ops Facilities Construction - F SplitRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteAll RDN Water and Sewer Collection Service Areas

RCU-GM-4.2-14 Construct Water/Utilities Operational Facility on RDN-owned land

$50,000 in 2021, then $80,157 borrowing cost per year once all borrowing received

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Part of Electoral Area GOperating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 1,800,000$ Tax Implication: 141,604$ borrowing cost per year once all borrowing received

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 100,000 350,000 100,000 350,000 100,000 Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsSan Pareil Water Reserves 100,000 50,000 - - - Borrowing - 300,000 100,000 350,000 100,000 Taxation/User Funded

100,000 350,000 100,000 350,000 100,000

Scope: The remaining original asbestos cement watermains in San Pareil are at the end of their useful life and need to be replaced. This project would start in 2021 with engineering and electoral assent for borrowing, with construction phased from 2022 to 2028. The A-C pipe is in the areas indicated in red below.

MJ2043 - San Pareil Asbestos-Cement Watermain ReplacementRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteSan Pareil Water Service Area

RCU-GM-4.2-30 San Pareil – Asbestos Cement Watermain Replacement

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: EA G, F, HOp Plan Action #:Project Cost: 800,000$ Tax Implication: -$

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 400,000 400,000 - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsDashwood Fire Reserve 400,000 400,000 - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

400,000 400,000 - - -

Scope:

VH2026 - Dashwood E-61 Fire Truck ReplacementTransportation & Emergency ServicesFire Protection - Dashwood

Regulatory Requirement

Unit E-61 is a 2001 Freightliner pumper that needs replacing. The replacement was budgeted for in the approved 2020-2025 5 year financial plan. The Fire Underwriters (FUS) ratable life span of fire apparatus is 20 years. Fire Underwriters do permit departments in small to medium-sized communities to apply to extend the grading recognition status of an older apparatus to 25 years when the apparatus condition is acceptable and successfully passes required testing (NFPA 1901). The condition of E-61 has deteriorated and the Dashwood Society has recommended replacing the apparatus rather than undertaking repairs required to apply for a 5 year extension.

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Part of Electoral Area FOperating Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 931,000$ Tax Implication: -$


Funding Sources:DCCGrants 140,000 791,000 - - - DonationsReservesBorrowingTaxation/User Funded

140,000 791,000 - - -

Scope:

WT0031 - Whiskey Creek Water Supply Upgrade CompletionRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteWhiskey Creek Water Service Area

RCU-GM-4.2-31 Whiskey Creek – Water Supply Upgrade Completion

The Whiskey Creek WSA has struggled to establish a reliable source of drinking water since the RDN took it over in 2011. In 2019, a groundwater well was successfully developed and in 2020, engineering for a system to utilize this water is being completed. As the cost estimate was developed, it became clear that the allocated project funding is only sufficient to construct temporary facilities to treat and use this water source, and will rely on temporary piping to get the water from the well to the reservoir. This project will construct the transmission main from the well to the reservoir and convert the temporary facilities into a secure and resilient permanent water system.

New well

Reservoir

Existing Water Source (Crocker Creek)

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2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 765,000 - - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrants 765,000 - - - - DonationsReservesBorrowingTaxation/User Funded

765,000 - - - -

Scope:

MJ2038 - French Creek Water Supply UpgradeRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteFrench Creek Water Service Area (Sandpiper)

RCU-GM-4.2-17 Develop water supply strategy for the French Creek Water Service Area in order to meet new regulations on manganese concentration.

The water in Sandpiper does not meet current regulations for manganese concentration. Several options to resolve this are currently under investigation.

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants:Op Plan Action #: Regulatory RequirementProject Cost: 700,000$ Tax Implication: 74,592$ borrowing cost per year for 5 years


Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsBow Horn Bay Vehicle Reserve 350,000 - - - - Borrowing - 350,000 - - - Taxation/User Funded

350,000 350,000 - - -

Scope: The Fire Underwriters (FUS) ratable life span of fire apparatus is 20 years. Fire Underwriters do permit departments in small to medium-sized communities to apply to extend the grading recognition status of an older apparatus when the apparatus condition is acceptable and successfully passes required testing (NFPA 1901). An apparatus exceeding 30 years is no longer recognized for any grading purposes. The 1990 Pierce Fire Truck Unit #71 is 30 years old and needs replacing. The apparatus cannot be used to support the automatic aid agreement signed between the Oceanside Departments as a result of its ratable life span.

VH2029 - Bow Horn Bay Volunteer Fire Dept - Truck ReplacementTransportation & Emergency ServicesFire Protection - Bow Horn BayEA H

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants:Op Plan Action #: Regulatory RequirementProject Cost: 500,000$ Tax Implication: -$


Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsCoombs-Hilliers Fire Reserve 500,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

500,000 - - - -

Scope:

VH2020 - Coombs Fire Truck ReplacementTransportation & Emergency ServicesFire Protection - Coombs

T101 is a 1991 Tanker truck that needs replacing. The replacement was originally budgeted for in 2025 however, the condition of the apparatus has deteriorated and is recommended to be replaced in 2021 rather than undertake costly repairs. The apparatus is now 30 years old and has exceeded its useful life.

EA F

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants: Nanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, A, B, C, E, F, G, HOp Plan Action #:

Project Cost: 1,068,111$ Tax Implication: 4,000$ per year operating cost impact

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 431,000 - - - - Operating Budget: - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsRegional Parks Development Reserve 431,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

431,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

Scope: The Benson Creek Falls Regional Park Management Plan (2014) identifies park access improvements that support user safety, limit liability, improve parking, and reduce erosion and vegetation damage from ongoing access to steep slopes and environmentally sensitive areas. Phase II of the project will provide trail improvements to Ammonite Falls, including a viewing platform, new stairs, erosion control, and habitat rehabilitation measures. The projected total cost of Phase I adn Phase II has increased by $74,500 due to a recent increase of price in lumber, additional safety railing needed in steep areas and addtional stairs to the ravine area.

PR0018 - Benson Creek Falls Access Improvements - Descent to FallsRecreation & Parks ServicesRegional Parks Capital

RP-SWB-8-22 Design and Construct Access Improvements for Benson Creek Falls

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Participants:Op Plan Action #:



Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsSolid Waste Disposal Reserve 400,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

400,000 - - - -

Scope: The 2010 Loader E05 (Volvo L60) has reached the end of its useful life and further use would incur higher maintenance costs. The replacement of this unit ensures the continued efficient and effective delivery of services at the Regional Landfill. The replacement of this in 2021 is supported in the Solid Waste Asset Management Plan and the 10 Year Capital Plan.

VH1203 - Landfill Wheeled LoaderRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteSolid Waste DisposalNanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, A, B, C, E, F, G, H

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Project Name:Division:Service Area:Operating Plan Action #:



Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsD69 Arena Reserve 350,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

350,000 - - - -

Scope: The evaporative condenser for the refrigeration plant is in the capital plan for 2021. This unit is the original installed in 2003 and has a life expectancy of approximately 16 to 18 years. Scope of the work will involve replacement of the condenser of a similar size and capacity. Existing contribution to reserves for the overall asset management for the entire facility are in the range of $200,000 - $250,000 per year. Ongoing operating costs will be similar to those of the current condenser. The new condenser will increase safety as the refrigerant charge will be lowered, and the water lines treated to ensure no bacterial outbreaks, such as legionella, which happen due to exhaust air carrying them outside. The operation of the new unit will prioritize heat recovery which will decrease energy demand to some extent.

MJ3070 - Oceanside Place Arena - Evaporative Condenser Replacement Recreation & Parks ServicesElectoral Areas E, F, G, H, Town of Qualicum Beach, City of Parksville

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Project Cost: 290,000$ Tax Implication: 1,000$ per year operating cost impact

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 290,000 - - - - Operating Budget: - 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 Asset Management Costs:

Funding Sources:DCCGrants 240,000 - - - - DonationsCommunity Parks EA H Reserves 50,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded - 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000

290,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000

Scope: Community engagement was conducted in 2018 for proposed improvements at Dunsmuir Community Park in EA H. Phase I of the project was completed in 2019 with the construction of a new parking lot, new sport courts, landscaping, toilet facility, site drainage and improved signage. Phase II of the project will include the construction of a multi-age playground built in 2021.

PR0046 - Dunsmuir CP Phase II Playground ConstructionRecreation & Parks ServicesCommunity Parks - Area HEA H

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Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsSolid Waste Disposal Reserve 280,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

280,000 - - - -

Scope: The replacement of the 2008 International Bin Truck is provided for in the Solid Waste Asset Management Plan and the 10 Year Solid Waste Capital Plan. The replacement ensures the effective and efficient delivery of services at the Regional Landfill. The Bin Truck collects bins located in the public drop-off area and transports them to the active landfill for processing. The Bin Truck also aids in dust and fire mitigation operations. The International Bin Truck is nearing the end of its useful life and replacing it now ensures costly repairs are avoided. Additionally, the purchase of a new bin truck will further reduce carbon emissions in support of the RDN Strategic Plan.

VH1203 - Bin Truck ReplacementRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteSolid Waste ServicesNanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, A, B, C, E, F, G, H

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2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 240,000$ - - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsSolid Waste Disposal Reserve 240,000$ - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded

240,000$ - - - -

Scope: The Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) and associated electrical panel are in need of updating due to aging infrastructure and availability of replacement parts. Additionally, the main isolation valve is also due to be replaced. Both the PLC and main isolation valve are critical components of the landfill gas Control Plant and alarm safety system that respond to shut-down the system when needed.

SW0014 - PLC Upgrate and Control Valve (Regional Landfill)Regional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteSolid Waste DisposalNanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, A, B, C, E, F, G, H

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Project Cost: 200,000$ Tax Implication: 4,000$ per year operating cost impact

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 200,000 - - - - Operating Budget: - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

Funding Sources:DCCGrants 200,000 - - - - DonationsReservesBorrowingTaxation/User Funded - 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

200,000 4,000 4,000 4,000 4,000

Scope: The Nelson Road Community Boat Launch in the RDN’s Electoral Area A provides an essential connection to the water and nearby Gulf Islands for residents. The site is also listed along the BC Marine Trail and is popular with visitors and recreationalists. As the only public boat launch in the area, high use combined with limited parking, unclear traffic circulation expectations, and at times poor human etiquette, can lead to a disappointing experience for users and frustration amongst neighbouring residents. To help alleviate some of the concerns, a concept plan to improve traffic circulation and clarify parking and launch areas was prepared. The expected construction costs are in the order of $175,000 (which includes a 50% contingency given the design is only at a conceptual stage). Professional fees to complete design work, oversee construction and undertake archaeological services are in the order of $25,000.

PR0047 - EA A Nelson Boat Launch Improvement Recreation & Parks ServicesCommunity Parks - Area AEA A

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Project Cost: $ 120,000 Tax Implication: $ 500 per year operating cost impact

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 120,000 - - - - Operating Budget: - 500 500 500 500

Funding Sources:DCCGrant (CWF) 120,000 - - - - DonationsReservesBorrowingTaxation/User Funded - 500 500 500 500

120,000 500 500 500 500

Scope: The original pumps and controls in this sewer pumpstation have reached the end of their useful life and require replacement. This service area is comprised of 27 properties.

MJ7555 - Kincade Sewer Pumpstation UpgradeRegional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteSurfside Sewer Service Area

RCU-GM-4.2-08 Continue developing preventative MaintenancePlan to monitor equipment failure and repair costsand prioritize asset replacement

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Project Cost: 135,000$ Tax Implication: 25,000$ one time plus operating impact as indicated below

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 110,000 - - - - Operating Budget: 25,000 3,500 3,588 3,677 3,769

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsTransit Reserves 110,000 - - - - BorrowingTaxation/User Funded 25,000 3,500 3,588 3,677 3,769

135,000 3,500 3,588 3,677 3,769

Scope: The current transit fuel management system is at the end of its lifecycle and requires updating. As part of a project to make the transit fleet more efficient, the fuel management system software needs to be updated and will be web-based, allowing us to view, report and share dispensing transactions in real-time. Additionally, electronic tags will be installed on the pumps and on fleet operation and transit vehicles. This technology is an efficient, hands-free vehicle identification and data collection solution that will enable us to fuel vehicles eliminating manually fuel terminal entries. This will greatly reduce human errors, increase efficiency and effectiveness. Also, this technology will allow for safe operation of the fleet, reduce fueling time and spillage as well as will act as a theft deterrent. It is an integral part of our Preventative Maintenance (PM) program.

MJ0500 - Fuel Management System UpgradeTransportation & Emergency ServicesTransitSouthern & Northern Conventional TransitTES-TT-5-13 Implement Fleet Management Software & Equipment - this will ensure the transit fleet is safe and efficient.

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Project Cost: 100,000$ Tax Implication: 100,000$

2021 2022 2023 2024 2025Capital Budget: 100,000$ - - - - Operating Budget:

Funding Sources:DCCGrantsDonationsReservesBorrowingTaxation/User Funded 100,000$ - - - -

100,000$ - - - -

Scope: Current flow meters were purchased and put in service in 2010 and are due for replacement. The flow meters measure the leachate and contributions the landfill make to the sanitary system that ultimately arrive at the Greater Nanaimo Pollution Control Center (GNPCC). Accurate measurements of these volumes is necessary and the flow meters provide valuable information.

MJ1203 - OTEQ9609 Replace Flow Meters (Regional Landfill)Regional & Community Utilities & Solid WasteSolid Waste DisposalNanaimo, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Lantzville, A, B, C, E, F, G, H

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