Well, if we trusted RDOS messaging as the gospel when it comes to Sage Mesa Water System, there'd be less speculation and opinion. Let's let the BC Ombudsperson decide.
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Dec 19, 2025
I appreciate the effort that’s gone into compiling and sharing information about the Sage Mesa water situation. Given how significant the financial and governance implications are, I think it’s important to clearly separate verified facts from interpretation or opinion, so residents can make fully informed decisions.
Based on currently available official information (RDOS materials, provincial presentations, and engineering reports), a few clarifications may be helpful:
What is supported by official sources:
The Sage Mesa system requires major upgrades to meet drinking water standards.
Capital cost estimates are in the tens of millions of dollars and do not include financing or interest.
Ratepayers fund water system upgrades in virtually all BC communities, regardless of ownership structure.
Well, if we trusted RDOS messaging as the gospel when it comes to Sage Mesa Water System, there'd be less speculation and opinion. Let's let the BC Ombudsperson decide.
I appreciate the effort that’s gone into compiling and sharing information about the Sage Mesa water situation. Given how significant the financial and governance implications are, I think it’s important to clearly separate verified facts from interpretation or opinion, so residents can make fully informed decisions.
Based on currently available official information (RDOS materials, provincial presentations, and engineering reports), a few clarifications may be helpful:
What is supported by official sources:
The Sage Mesa system requires major upgrades to meet drinking water standards.
Capital cost estimates are in the tens of millions of dollars and do not include financing or interest.
Ratepayers fund water system upgrades in virtually all BC communities, regardless of ownership structure.
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