“The change in approach starts with land use planning and determining what infrastructure and services can be provided sustainably, both fiscally and ecologically. Another key message is that all those involved in land development have a role to play in achieving Sustainable Service Delivery,” states Judy Walker.
“Inter-regional sharing, collaboration, alignment and consistency will accelerate effective implementation of watershed protection objectives within each regional district. The regions are linked by common interests, but are not dependent on each other,” stated Comox Valley Board Chair Edwin Grieve.
“By examining all actions in the context of the watershed, we can move toward a governance system that is rooted in ecological principles, and shift the focus towards managing the people within a watershed, rather than controlling the watershed itself,” stated Oliver Brandes. “We agreed to collaborate to collaborate with the Partnership to promote development and province-wide implementation of a fully integrated Water Sustainability Action Plan for British Columbia; and thereby achieve a more holistic approach to water management in BC.”
“Asset Management BC supports the development of a local government asset management strategy for the province. To this end, Partnerships serve us all well. Asset Management is about integration of disciplines and co-operation among all parties. We all benefit from sharing of knowledge and information,” stated Wally Wells. The AMBC Newsletter has repeatedly featured the Partnership for Water Sustainability, and this coverage is helping to build the profile of the Partnership with the asset management audience. The messaging vis-à-vis the “unfunded infrastructure liability” is in alignment and mutually reinforcing.
