Madam Chair, the way in which the program works is we cost share. Last year, we set aside approximately $700,000 within Renewable Resources with MACA for the fire protection program for the communities. This budget is made available to communities. Communities are advised of it and those communities who put together proposals and initiatives to access this money send it to us and then we approve it and then they bill us and we pay thebill. For instance, if a community says they want to spend $100,000 to build a fireguard, they will use 20 men for X number of days and however else they are going to utilize the money, we agree to it and it's paid. There is, in fact, no duplication of services. It protects the communities. Municipal and Community Affairs' mandate is protected. We also build beyond and outside of municipal boundaries. There is no need to build two lines when you can build one. That is the reason for the joint effort. Thank you.
Stephen Kakfwi on Committee Report 3-13(3): Standing Committee On Resource Management And Development Report On The Review Of The 1996-97 Main Estimates
In the Legislative Assembly on May 16th, 1996. See this statement in context.
Committee Report 3-13(3): Standing Committee On Resource Management And Development Report On The Review Of The 1996-97 Main Estimates
Item 19: Consideration In Committee Of The Whole Of Bills And Other Matters
May 16th, 1996
Page 442
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