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Water, Sewer and Waste Services

Village of Borden Water, Sewer and Waste Services

Water Treatment Plant & System Overview

In 2009, the Village of Borden completed construction of a reverse osmosis (RO) water treatment plant to meet current and long-term water demands.

The project included:

  • A reverse osmosis treatment system

  • An additional treated-water storage reservoir

  • Distribution system and delivery improvements

Project Funding

  • Building Canada Fund & Gas Tax Funding: $1.1 million

  • Total Project Cost: $1.9 million

The Water Treatment Plant is a critical municipal asset supporting public health, fire protection, and community growth.

Recent Infrastructure Investments

The Village continues to invest in essential water and wastewater infrastructure to ensure reliability, regulatory compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Recent upgrades include:

  • 2025: Replacement of both municipal well pumps

  • 2023: Major upgrade to the sewage lift station, including:

    • New submersible pumps

    • New standby generator

Loans associated with the Water Treatment Plant (WTP) and Sewage Lift Station (SLS) are scheduled to be paid in full by 2032.

Water Rates (Consumption-Based)

UsageMonthly Rate
2,500 gallons or less$30.00
Over 2,500 gallons$1.10 per 1,000 gallons (or part thereof)

Sewer Rates (Monthly Flat Rates)

Sewer charges are applied as flat service rates, reflecting access to and use of the municipal wastewater system.

Residential

Service TypeMonthly Rate
Residential Service$30.00

Commercial & Institutional

Service TypeMonthly Rate
Garage$30.00
Post Office$30.00
Bank$30.00
Stores$30.00
Hotel$37.00
Health Care Home$50.00
Borden Wellness Centre$50.00

School Sewer Service

Meter LocationMonthly Rate
North West Meter$50.00
South East Meter$50.00

Infrastructure & Waste Charges

Infrastructure Fee

A flat monthly infrastructure fee of $58.54 applies to all serviced and improved properties.

As of May 2025, a portion of the infrastructure fee increase is being set aside in reserve toward the future construction of a new wastewater lagoon. This proactive approach helps the Village meet future regulatory requirements while minimizing sudden rate increases.

Waste Collection Charge

A waste charge is included on utility bills to recover a portion of the increasing costs associated with garbage, recycling, and compost services provided through Loraas Disposal. These costs increase annually and are partially offset through user fees.

Why Infrastructure Fees Matter

Infrastructure fees help ensure that the Village’s water and wastewater systems remain safe, reliable, and financially sustainable.

Infrastructure fees are used to:

  • Maintain and replace aging water and sewer infrastructure

  • Reduce reliance on emergency repairs and borrowing

  • Build reserves for major future projects, including the wastewater lagoon

Infrastructure fees apply in accordance with Village bylaws and are charged to serviced and improved properties, whether or not water is actively being consumed.

Utility Billing & Meter Reading

  • Utilities are billed monthly

  • The Village aims to obtain quarterly water meter readings (typically January, April, July, and October); however, actual reading dates may vary depending on access, staffing, and operational conditions

Understanding Your Utility Bill

A typical Village of Borden utility bill may include:

Water Charges

  • A base monthly charge covering up to 2,500 gallons

  • Additional usage billed based on actual consumption

Sewer Charges

  • Flat monthly service charges based on property type

  • Sewer rates reflect system access and capacity, not individual water use

Infrastructure Fee

  • A flat monthly charge supporting long-term system maintenance and future capital projects

Waste Collection Charge

  • A monthly charge to help offset increasing garbage, recycling, and compost collection costs

All rates and charges are established by Council through bylaw and resolution.

Who Maintains What?

Understanding who is responsible for maintaining water and sewer lines helps avoid confusion and unexpected costs.

 

Property Owner Responsibilities

  • Water service line from the building to the curb stop

  • Sewer service line from the building to the sewer main

  • Maintenance, repair, and clearing of private service lines

Village Responsibilities

  • Water mains and sewer mains

  • Curb stops

  • Water meters

  • Municipal water and sewer infrastructure

Failure to maintain private connections may result in the Village completing the work and adding the cost to property taxes, as permitted under legislation.

Ways to Pay

  • Pre-Authorized Debit (sign-up form required)

  • Online Banking (Affinity Credit Union only)

  • E-Transfer: office@bordensask.ca

  • Debit (in office)

  • Cheque (mail or office drop box)

  • Cash (in office)

Overdue Accounts & Disconnections

  • Utility statements are due within 30 days of issuance

  • A 3% interest charge per month applies to overdue balances

  • Accounts overdue more than 60 days may be subject to service disconnection

  • A $100.00 disconnection/reconnection fee applies

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