Municipal Drain Improvement Project Request for Improvements and Repair to Pleasantview Municipal Drain Ph 2
Join the conversation about important updates to the Pleasantview Municipal Drain Phase 2—an initiative aimed at addressing current system deficiencies, accommodating upstream development, and aligning with modern design standards to better serve our community. This is your chance to learn more and contribute valuable input as we approach the next phase of this essential infrastructure project.
Timeline
Submission of Improvement Request
Preparation and Submission of Issues Report to Council
Council Decision on Request and Appointment of Engineer
To: Property Owners in the area of the Pleasant View Municipal Drain
Current Phase
The Engineers have prepared a Preliminary Engineering Report which council has requested be presented to the public for comments prior to a council meeting to consider the preliminary engineering report is scheduled. Following June 18, 2026 Open House, an additional notice will be issued with details on the "Meeting to Consider" required by the Drainage Act. Public engagement after current phase is vital as we work towards sustainable and equitable improvements to the Pleasantview Municipal Drain. Through this engagement process, we aim to foster collaboration, gather feedback, and refine the Preliminary Engineering Report before its formal consideration. All feedback collected will be reviewed and may inform the final recommendations to Council, ensuring decisions reflect the needs and perspectives of our community.
The purpose for the meeting on June 18th is to provide a forum for property owners and agencies to review the proposal and discuss the options and how they address the goals, and objectives of the need for improvements. A public meeting also allows an opportunity to discuss the constraints of the drainage project with the engineer and provide a deeper understanding of the options and associated costs.
If you are unable to attend, members of the project team (contact details provided below) are available to answer questions regarding the Study. Additional materials including the Preliminary Engineers Report may also be available for viewing through the Township’s website insert link or in person at the following locations:
Township of Laurentian Valley 460 Witt Road Pembroke
City of Pembroke 1 Pembroke Street East Pembroke
Pembroke Public Library 237 Victoria Street Pembroke
D.M. Wills Associates Ltd.
Ken Smith, P. Eng.
Manager, Water Resources
D. M. Wills Associates Ltd.
ksmith@dmwills.com
Township of Laurentian Valley
Mark Behm, Public Works Manager
Township of Laurentian Valley
Brett Miller, Drainage Superintendent
bmiller@lvtownship.ca
Township Office Phone: 613-735-6291
Meeting Location
The on-site will be an Open House drop-in format and will take place June 18, 2026 from 3 pm until 7 pm at:
Zion Christian Reform Church
152 Drive-In Road
Pembroke ON
K8A 7P1
Preliminary Engineers Report
Procedure for Drain Improvement Section 78 Drainage Act
Introduction
Managing municipal drainage infrastructure is crucial to supporting growth, protecting property, and ensuring environmental sustainability. Under Section 78 of Ontario's Drainage Act, the Township of Laurentian Valley initiated a thorough review of the Pleasantview Municipal Drain and Branches to assess its capacity, identify deficiencies, and align the system with updated design standards. On June 18, 2024, D.M. Wills Associates Ltd. was appointed as the Engineer for the Municipal Drain per the Drainage act, through the process supporting materials were prepared to document technical insights and preliminary recommendations that address current and future drainage challenges, including accommodating upstream development and updating the system's Schedule of Assessment.Your input is vital as we work towards sustainable and equitable improvements to the Pleasantview Municipal Drain.