Council awards $211,731 tender for Stainer stormwater pond cleanout
May 11, 2026 · Regular Council · Infrastructure · Standard
Council awarded a tender to Vasque Limited for $211,731 (excluding HST) to clean out the Zancor subdivision stormwater management pond off Country Lane. The work addresses a liability identified through provincial CLICA reporting requirements.
The Zancor subdivision stormwater pond is one of several the township now maintains after assumption from developers. The province doesn't allow municipalities to collect funds for long-term maintenance, creating an unfunded liability.
Director of Public Works Dan Perau explained that two years ago the township cleaned the Collingwood Estates pond, and this year Zancor is "desperately required." Stormwater management hasn't been treated the same as water and wastewater, but CLICA (provincial regulation) now requires annual maintenance reporting to the Ministry of Environment.
The township established a stormwater management reserve a few years ago to address the problem. Vasque Limited was selected over lower bidders based on insurance, references, and experience.
During public participation, a resident asked why taxpayers fund these projects instead of property owners adjacent to developments. The mayor acknowledged it's a "very regrettable situation" created by provincial rules that apply to all Ontario municipalities.
The site will be cordoned off during construction. Staff will issue a construction newsletter and restore disturbed areas with resodding, reseeding, and aquatic plantings. The mayor specifically asked about restoration given the area is used for dog walking.
Council approved unanimously.
Storm water... has not been treated the same as water and wastewater... for many years. Some municipalities do implement a user fee... however... we introduced a reserve for storm water management... and haven't been considered by previous councils and staff to properly maintain them.
— Director of Public Works
From Clearview Council Meeting 2026-05-11 | Part 2. ← All commentary