Mr. Speaker, there is always potential for cost overruns on a project of this nature. We have already experienced that. There are unforeseen circumstances that are not identified in the contract that is at no fault of the contractor. Of course, that would become our responsibility, Mr. Speaker. We have worked this contract with our current contractor. We feel it is a fair one. The date, of course, is always going to be up for discussion with the general public as we move forward. We would like to meet that date; however, we are not going to jeopardize any issues around safety or quality. Things of that nature have to be kept in the forefront and our goal is to build a bridge that is going to be there for the long haul. It is going to be there for something that people will admire and come to see. That is where we place our priority, Mr. Speaker. We are working towards getting this project done without jeopardizing any safety or quality issues. Thank you.
Michael McLeod on Question 563-16(5): Auditor General’s Report On Special Audit Of The Deh Cho Bridge
In the Legislative Assembly on March 2nd, 2011. See this statement in context.
Question 563-16(5): Auditor General’s Report On Special Audit Of The Deh Cho Bridge
Oral Questions
March 1st, 2011
Deh Cho
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