THE Ministry of Housing and Water has unveiled plans to invest $2 billion in constructing a new water treatment facility in Bath, Region Five, aimed at enhancing water service delivery for residents in the area and neighboring communities.

This announcement was made by Minister of Housing and Water, Collin Croal, during a recent land title distribution event held at Fort Wellington.

Minister Croal emphasised the government’s commitment to improving access to treated water, stating that the project is well underway with tenders expected to be released imminently.

“The tender is opening on March 12. So, before next year, all the persons who are living in Experiment will be getting treated water. That is because your government has committed that by 2025 more than 90 per cent of the population must be getting water through a treatment source,” Minister Croal highlighted.

In addition to the water treatment plant in Bath, significant investments are being made in various communities across the region to expand access to treated water. A substantial portion of $350 million is allocated for the construction of a water treatment plant at Cotton Tree, benefitting over 1,000 households.

Furthermore, in-line filters are being installed as part of treatment plant enhancements in Perseverance, Farm, Weldaad, Strath Campbell, among others, with an additional allocation of $300 million.

The ministry is also focused on infrastructure upgrades to improve water distribution. Currently, new transmission lines are being installed from the treatment plant at Cotton Tree to Blairmont, ensuring residents receive an elevated level of service. Extension works are also underway in several areas including No. 12, Perth, Lovely Lass, El Dorado, Rosignol, No. 8, and De Hoop.

Minister Croal reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing safe and clean water to all residents in Region Five, highlighting a total investment of $501 million for the water sector. Additionally, plans are in place to allocate another $2.3 billion for upcoming projects once tenders are finalised.

With these strategic investments and infrastructure developments, the government aims to significantly improve water accessibility and quality of service for communities in Region Five, ensuring a better standard of living for all residents.