New Town Employee
The Town of Burstall council would like to welcome and congratulate John Rudd as the new town maintenance employee.
The Town of Burstall council would like to welcome and congratulate John Rudd as the new town maintenance employee.
Drinking Water Quality and Compliance
Annual Notice to Consumers
Introduction
The Water Security Agency and the Ministry of Environment requires that at least once each year waterworks owners provide notification to consumers of the quality of water produced and supplied as well as information on the performance of the waterworks in submitting samples as required by a Minister’s Order or Permit to Operate a waterworks. The following is a summary of the Town of Burstall water quality and sample submission compliance record for the 2020 time period. This report was completed on January 20th, 2021. Readers should refer to Water Security Agency’s Municipal Drinking Water Quality Monitoring Guidelines, June 2015, EPB 502 for more information on minimum sample submission requirements and the meaning of type of sample. Permit requirements for a specific waterworks may require more sampling than outlined in the department’s monitoring guidelines. If consumers need more information on the nature and significance of specific water tests, for example, “what is the significance of Selenium in a water supply”, more detailed information is available from: http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/ewh-semt/pubs/water-eau/index_e.html .
Water Quality Standards
Bacteriological Quality
Regular Samples Regular Samples # of Positive Regular
Parameter/Location Limit Required Submitted Submitted (%)
Total Coliform 0 Organisms/100 mL 24 26 0
E. coli 0 Organisms/100 mL 24 26 0
Water Disinfection –
Chlorine Residual in Distribution System for Test Results Submitted with Bacteriological Samples
Minimum Total Chlorine Free Chlorine # Tests # Tests # Adequate
Parameter Limit Residual Range Residual Range Required Submitted Chlorine (%)
Chlorine 0.1 mg/L free OR
Residual 0.5 mg/L total .30 – 1.29 .24 – 1.21 24 26 100%
Water Disinfection – Free Chlorine Residual for Water Entering Distribution System from Waterworks Records-From Water Treatment Plant Records
Test Level # Tests # Tests Not Meeting
Parameter Limit (mg/L) Range Performed Requirements
Free Chlorine Residual at least 0.1 .16 – 2.20 365 0
A minimum of 0.1 milligrams per litre (mg/L) free chlorine residual is required for water entering the distribution system. Tests are normally performed on a daily basis by the waterworks operator and are to be recorded in operation records. This data includes the number of free chlorine residual tests performed, the overall range of free chlorine residual (highest and lowest recorded values) and the number of tests and percentage of results not meeting the minimum requirement of 0.1 mg/L free chlorine residual.
Turbidity – From Water Treatment Plant Records
Parameter Limit Test Level # Tests Not Meeting Maximum # Tests # Tests
(NTU) Range Requirements Turbidity (NTU) Required Performed
Turbidity 1.0 .09 – .69 0 .69 365 365
Chemical – Health Category
All waterworks serving less than 5000 persons are required to submit water samples for SE’s Chemical Health category once every 2 years. The Chemical Health category includes analysis for arsenic, barium, boron, cadmium, chromium, fluoride, lead, nitrate, selenium and uranium.
The last sample for Chemical Health analysis was submitted on April 8, 2019. Sample results indicated that the provincial drinking water quality standards were not exceeded.
Limit Limit Sample
Parameter MAC(mg/L) IMAC (mg/L) Result(s)
Arsenic 0.010 .00020
Barium 1.0 .0676
Boron 5.0 0.1
Cadmium 0.005 .00015
Chromium 0.05 .00019
Fluoride (avg*) 1.5 .14
Lead 0.01 .00010
Nitrate (avg.*) 45.0 1.8
Selenium 0.01 .00113
Uranium 0.02 .0015
General Chemical
Aesthetic Sample Results
Parameter Objectives * (mg/L) (average)
Alkalinity 500 187
Bicarbonate No Objective 228
Calcium No Objective 59
Carbonate No Objective 0
Chloride 250 28.4
Conductivity No Objective 711
Hardness 800 234
Magnesium 200 21
PH No Objective 8.1
Sodium 300 57
Sulphate 500 129.7
Total dissolved
Solids 1500 527
All waterworks serving less than 5000 persons are required to submit water samples for SE’s General Chemical category once every two years if a ground water source and once per three months every second year if a surface water or blended surface/groundwater source. The General Chemical category includes analysis for alkalinity, bicarbonate, calcium, carbonate, chloride, conductivity, hardness (as CaCO3), magnesium, sodium, sulphate and total dissolved solids.
The last sample for General Chemical analysis was required on 2019 and submitted on April 8, 2019. Sample results indicated that there were no exceedences of the provincial aesthetic objectives for the General Chemical category.
*Objectives apply to certain characteristics of or substances found in water for human consumptive or hygienic use. The presence of these substances will affect the acceptance of water by consumers and/or interfere with the practice of supplying good quality water. Compliance with drinking water aesthetic objectives is not mandatory as these objectives are in the range where they do not constitute a health hazards. The aesthetic objectives for several parameters (including hardness as CaCO3, magnesium, sodium and total dissolved solids) consider regional differences in drinking water sources and quality.
More information on water quality and sample submission performance may be obtained from:
Town of Burstall
Box 250, Burstall, Sask. S0N 0H0
Telephone Number: 306-679-2000/ Facsimile Number: 306-679-2275
E-mail address: burstall@sasktel.net
THE BURSTALL LANDFILL SITE WILL BE CLOSED ON BOXING DAY SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26TH, 2020.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
TOWN OF BURSTALL
TOWN MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE
The Town of Burstall requires a maintenance employee
The position requires the following:
– Valid Drivers Licence Class 5
– Criminal Record Check
– Drivers Abstract
– Drug & Alcohol test
– Adherence to work and safety procedures
– Ability to operate and maintain a variety of Town supplied equipment
– Keep town shop and Water Treatment Plant clean
– Knowledge of water & sewer operations an asset
– Small Systems Water & Waste Water Certification – required within one year
– Must be self motivated with the ability to work under the direction of the Mayor or his/her designate, in accordance with the Town Maintenance Guideline Agreement between the Maintenance Employee and The Burstall Town Council.
-Must be a team player.
-Must read water meters, during the spring, summer & fall months.
-Must collect rec facilities, community hall, friendship centre, monument park, trailer parks & playground garbage, on a day designated by the mayor or his /her designate.
Job will be a minimum of 32 hours per week.
Resumes will be accepted until noon Wednesday, January 13th, 2021.
Please state qualifications, experience and salary expected.
Job scope can be provided upon request from the Town of Burstall Office.
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resumes and references to:
Town of Burstall Box 250 Burstall, Sask. S0N 0H0
or drop off at the Town Office
or Fax: 1-306-679-2275
or email: burstall@sasktel.net
Any inquiries should be made to Administrator @ The Town Office -306-679-2000.
This is an update for our ratepayers as there has been a few concerns regarding town employees.
Town council professionally approached the town maintenance employee regarding intended modification to his hours of work per week, to commence February 1, 2021. Unfortunately, the employee was not in agreement with council’s decision and chose to resign his position. We will actively be seeking a new qualified employee. In the mean time the water & waste water facilities are going to be overseen by a certified operator from another community until the town hires someone to take over these duties.
It has been suggested that council members perform the employee duties, this is strictly prohibited by the Municipalities Act, Section 112, and council will try to make this transition as soon as possible.
The town office is open Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to noon & 1:00 p.m. to 5:0 p.m., based on 32 hours per week, as is the town administrators salary.
As per agreement between the town and the R.M. of Deer Forks #232, the town administrator is hired to clean the office, a day in lieu is not given.
We thank you for your understanding and patience.
The Town of Burstall would like to thank David Cunningham Jr. For his 10 years of service. As of November 27th, 2020, Mr. Cunningham resigned his position as Maintenance Employee for the Town of Burstall.
The Mayor and council have accepted this resignation and wish Mr. Cunningham success in his chosen future endeavors.
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY
As requested by Cypress Hills Constituency Office and Mr. Steele, I have included a message from him. His message follows the message from the town.
Also, the Town of Burstall & R.M. of Deer Forks #232 Municipal Office CLOSURE TO THE PUBLIC will be in effect until December 17 and then subject to review by council.
In Response to COVID-19
As recommended we are taking extra precaution to ensure employee and public safety by closing our office to the public. The office will be operational and we ask at this time if you have concerns or inquiries that you email or phone the office directly.
Invoices, utilities or taxes can be paid via
(TOWN – CIBC/Credit Union/BMO/TDCanada/etransfer) &
(R.M. – E-transfer), by mail or use the mail slot located by the second window along the wheelchair ramp of the office building
We Thank You for your understanding and cooperation.
Take Care
Town of Burstall & R.M. of Deer Forks #232
Phone: 306-679-2000
Email: Town: burstall@sasktel.net
Email: R.M.: rm232@sasktel.net
If you need to contact the town please call Lou @ 306-679-2000 if I am not in the office please leave a message.
If you need to contact the R.M. of Deer Forks #232 please call Kim @ 306-299-7877
Good Afternoon Everyone,
On behalf of the Cypress Hills Constituency Office and Mr. Steele, please find attached information regarding newly announced Covid-19 Public Health Measures.
Please share with your Mayors, Reeves, Councillors, community and surrounding area.
We ask that you please share on your public communication social media sites.
We have had inquires to the office on the allowable size limits for public meetings. The limit is a max of 30 people in a public venue such as a hall or council chamber, as long as you can maintain social distancing of 2 meters. You will also be required to be masked for these meetings, even though you are social distanced.
If anyone may have questions or concerns, please contact the office at anytime.
Thank you,
Sean Checkley
Constituency Assistant to
Doug Steele, MLA, Cypress Hills
PH# 306-672-1755
Fax# 306-672-1756
Toll Free 844-672-1755
COVID-19: New Public Health Measures in Effect November 19
Released on November 17, 2020
The following measures are in effect as of 12:01am Thursday, November 19, 2020. They, and all other public health measures, will be in effect until December 17 and then subject to review by the provincial Chief Medical Health Officer.
Enforcement of public health orders is permitted under The Public Health Act, 1994
Mandatory Masking Province-wide
While the province continues to recommend wearing masks whenever you are outside the home, wearing a non-medical mask will now be required in all indoor public spaces in Saskatchewan. Information on masks and their use and what qualifies as an indoor public space is available at http://www.saskatchewan.ca/masks.
– The list of indoor spaces may be amended for clarity; however, if you unsure if a location qualifies as an “indoor public space”, defer to wearing the mask – choose the option that promotes public safety.- Masking in school settings is described in the back to school plans as set out by the respective school divisions.- Masking guidance for childcare centres and daycares is described in the Re-Open Saskatchewan Plan.- – Mandatory masking posters to assist businesses and organizations to inform their customers are available at www.saskatchewan.ca/covid19-posters.
Protecting Residents of Long-Term and Personal Care Homes Visitation to all long-term care facilities and personal care homes will be suspended, with the exception of compassionate reasons as per the current family visitation policy at www.saskatchewan.ca/government/health-care-administration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-and-guidelines/emerging-public-health-issues/2019-novel-coronavirus/public-health-measures/mass-gatherings#compassionate-care-visitor-restrictions-at-sha-facilities.
This measure is in addition to long-standing protections that have been in place, including mandatory masking of all staff, staff cohorting and symptom screening prior to shift.
Private Indoor Gathering Sizes Reduced
Indoor private gathering sizes are being reduced. The maximum allowable gathering size for private gatherings in the home setting will decrease to five, down from 10. This includes in the home or in buildings located on private property (eg. garages, sheds).
If your immediate family is five or greater, you cannot have additional visitors. Gatherings of any size beyond your immediate household are strongly discouraged at this time.
– Support personnel (ie. therapists, nursing staff) and tradespersons (ie. housekeeper, plumber) are permitted though they should maintain two metre distancing and be masked during service provision. Health care workers not able to maintain physical distancing when providing home care services must wear appropriate PPE.- Any private gathering of more than five people/your immediate household must occur in a public venue (ie. restaurant, community hall), abiding by all applicable guidelines of physical distancing, food service, masking, etc. – Outdoor private gatherings remain at 30 people maximum and only if physical distancing of two metres can be maintained at all times. Work from Home
COVID-19 transmission continues in workplaces throughout the province. Break the chain of transmission; it is highly recommended that you work from home as much as possible, if your occupation allows. If you are already working at home, you should continue to do so. Reviewing Hospitality Industry Guidelines The Ministry of Health will be consulting with the hospitality industry (restaurants, bars, casinos, etc.), on continuing to mitigate the risk of transmission in their sectors. The ministry will consult with the hospitality industry to determine how the guidelines, taken seriously by many, can be enhanced to ensure that the necessary measures are being taken to reduce COVID-19 transmission.
Reviewing Athletic Organization and Recreation Guidelines The Ministry of Health will be consulting with athletic organizations and gyms on continuing to mitigate the risk of transmission in their sectors. The ministry will consult with athletic organizations and gyms to determine how the guidelines, taken seriously by many, can be enhanced to ensure that the necessary measures are being taken to reduce COVID-19 transmission.
Reviewing Worship Guidelines
The Ministry of Health will be consulting with faith leaders and communities on improving current guidelines for worship services to continue to mitigate the risk of transmission in these settings and how the guidelines, taken seriously by many, can be enhanced to ensure that the necessary measures are being taken to reduce COVID-19 transmission.
Update to Re-Open Saskatchewan for Entertainment Transportation Entertainment transportation (ie. party buses, group limousines and recreational vehicles) are no longer permitted. Information on the Re-Open Saskatchewan guidelines is available at www.saskatchewan.ca/government/health-care-administration-and-provider-resources/treatment-procedures-and-guidelines/emerging-public-health-issues/2019-novel-coronavirus/re-open-saskatchewan-plan.
General COVID-19 Information
General public inquiries may be directed to COVID19@health.gov.sk.ca.
For more information, contact:
Health Regina
Phone: 306-787-4083
Email: media@health.gov.sk.ca