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Over the past year I’ve talked about problems the Tu Nedhe communities are having with dust. I realize that dust is not an issue today, however, spring will soon be here and the snow will melt and there will be mud. The mud will dry and dust problems will take over.
In Fort Resolution dust will continue to be a big concern for residents until a permanent solution is found. There is about 10 kilometres of roads in the community and if we use the synergies and the reconstruction and chipsealing of Highway No. 6 we can have chipseal roads for the entire community of Fort Resolution for $2 million to $3 million.
For $2 million or $3 million, this government has an opportunity to see restored confidence in the government by the residents of Fort Resolution. In addition, chipseal roads have many benefits to the community, including better health for our children, adults, elders, and those with respiratory problems.
For various use activities, roads that are chipsealed have many advantages for things like skateboarding and rollerblading. All things go towards the betterment or self-esteem of our youth. I think we all know the huge benefits of youth with good self-esteem.
By expanding the Highway No. 6 project we can chipseal the community’s roads, which will benefit all residents of Lutselk’e, including immediate economic benefits by creating new jobs and long-term benefits for a permanent dust control solution. It’s an opportunity for the Department of Transportation and the Department of Municipal and Community Affairs to work with the community for building good relationships between communities and government.
Later I will have questions for the Minister of Municipal and Community Affairs on this project.