New Well Supply - Tavistock

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Updated May 30, 2024

Final comments invited on Environmental Study Report


Oxford County has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to explore potential opportunities for a new well supply to improve the security and supply of drinking water in the Village of Tavistock in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

An Environmental Study Report (ESR) summarizing the Class EA Study process and findings is available online for a 30-day comment period. Interested persons may provide written comments by mail or email regarding the ESR between May 30, 2024 and June 28, 2024 to:

A.R. (Tony) Lotimer
Oxford County
21 Reeve Street, P.O. Box 1614
Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7Y3
water@oxfordcounty.ca

Download the Environmental Study Report

Read the public notice | Print version

Background materials

Public Consultation Centre (PCC) #2 was held on September 26, 2023, to provide an update on the study, review options for site concepts, and share the preliminary preferred alternative design (split-stream ion exchange treatment). The first PCC was held in December 2022.

Materials from PCC 2 follow below.




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About the study


The Village of Tavistock currently receives water services from three wells located at the same site within the centre of the Village, near Queen’s Park. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study explored potential opportunities for a new well supply to improve the security and supply of drinking water in the Village of Tavistock in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

The Study:

  • defined needs;
  • identified and evaluated alternative solutions; and,
  • developed a preferred design and location for a new well supply in consultation with adjacent property owners, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, the local business community and the public.

The Class EA Study was planned in accordance with the planning and design process for Schedule C projects as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Document (2000, as amended 2007, 2011, 2015), which is an approved process under Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act.

Comments received during the study were considered and documented in the Environmental Study Report.



Public consultation


Consultation with the residents and businesses of Tavistock was a key part of the study process. Public input was sought at different points throughout the study period.

  • MAILING LIST. Interested parties were invited to contact the project team to be added to the study’s mailing list or to provide comments.
    A.R. (Tony) Lotimer, M.Sc., P.Geo., FGC
    Project Manager, Oxford County
    1-800-755-0394, ext. 3087
    alotimer@rogers.com
    David Kielstra, MA, EP, MCIP, RPP
    Environmental Planner, Stantec Consulting Ltd.
    905-381-3247
    David.Kielstra@stantec.com

  • PUBLIC CONSULTATION CENTRES (PCCs): PCCs are an opportunity to review information and provide feedback directly to members of the project team. PCC #1 was held on December 15, 2022 (see the materials). PCC #2 was a virtual (online) meeting that took place on September 26, 2023. Download the presentation slides

  • ONLINE QUESTION & COMMENT CARD: The online form below was provided to send feedback or questions to the project team.


Updated May 30, 2024

Final comments invited on Environmental Study Report


Oxford County has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to explore potential opportunities for a new well supply to improve the security and supply of drinking water in the Village of Tavistock in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

An Environmental Study Report (ESR) summarizing the Class EA Study process and findings is available online for a 30-day comment period. Interested persons may provide written comments by mail or email regarding the ESR between May 30, 2024 and June 28, 2024 to:

A.R. (Tony) Lotimer
Oxford County
21 Reeve Street, P.O. Box 1614
Woodstock, Ontario N4S 7Y3
water@oxfordcounty.ca

Download the Environmental Study Report

Read the public notice | Print version

Background materials

Public Consultation Centre (PCC) #2 was held on September 26, 2023, to provide an update on the study, review options for site concepts, and share the preliminary preferred alternative design (split-stream ion exchange treatment). The first PCC was held in December 2022.

Materials from PCC 2 follow below.




Download the presentation
Watch the video




About the study


The Village of Tavistock currently receives water services from three wells located at the same site within the centre of the Village, near Queen’s Park. The Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study explored potential opportunities for a new well supply to improve the security and supply of drinking water in the Village of Tavistock in the Township of East Zorra-Tavistock.

The Study:

  • defined needs;
  • identified and evaluated alternative solutions; and,
  • developed a preferred design and location for a new well supply in consultation with adjacent property owners, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, the local business community and the public.

The Class EA Study was planned in accordance with the planning and design process for Schedule C projects as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Document (2000, as amended 2007, 2011, 2015), which is an approved process under Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act.

Comments received during the study were considered and documented in the Environmental Study Report.



Public consultation


Consultation with the residents and businesses of Tavistock was a key part of the study process. Public input was sought at different points throughout the study period.

  • MAILING LIST. Interested parties were invited to contact the project team to be added to the study’s mailing list or to provide comments.
    A.R. (Tony) Lotimer, M.Sc., P.Geo., FGC
    Project Manager, Oxford County
    1-800-755-0394, ext. 3087
    alotimer@rogers.com
    David Kielstra, MA, EP, MCIP, RPP
    Environmental Planner, Stantec Consulting Ltd.
    905-381-3247
    David.Kielstra@stantec.com

  • PUBLIC CONSULTATION CENTRES (PCCs): PCCs are an opportunity to review information and provide feedback directly to members of the project team. PCC #1 was held on December 15, 2022 (see the materials). PCC #2 was a virtual (online) meeting that took place on September 26, 2023. Download the presentation slides

  • ONLINE QUESTION & COMMENT CARD: The online form below was provided to send feedback or questions to the project team.


  • Public Consultation Centre #2 materials

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    Updated September 28, 2023

    Public Consultation Centre #2 materials

    Oxford County is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to explore potential opportunities for a new well supply in the Village of Tavistock.

    After the first Public Consultation Centre (PCC) in December 2022, the North Optimist Park (Site Well 3) was identified as the preliminary preferred location for a new well.

    A second PCC was held on September 26, 2023, to:

    • provide an update on the study process;
    • review the six alternative site concepts and layouts for the new on-site treatment facility; and
    • describe the preliminary preferred alternative design (split-stream ion exchange treatment).

    Comments on the new well supply study are welcome and should be submitted by Friday, October 6, 2023.





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  • Public Consultation Centre #2 to be held Sept 26

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    August 30, 2023

    Oxford County is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to explore potential opportunities for a new well supply in the Village of Tavistock.

    At the first Public Consultation Centre in December 2022, a new well on Hope Street West near Optimist Park was identified as the preferred well site. Alternative design concepts have now been evaluated for components of the site. A second virtual (online) Public Consultation Centre will take place:

    Tuesday, September 26, 2023 - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

    Join on your computer, mobile app or device
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    Meeting ID: 240 184 448 452
    Passcode: m6mFP9

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    Call in (audio only)
    (833) 266-3861,,626724182# Canada (Toll-free)
    Phone Conference ID: 626 724 182#


    Comments on the new well supply study are welcome and should be submitted by Friday, October 6, 2023.

  • Public Consultation Centre #1 materials

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    December 15, 2022


    A virtual (online) Public Consultation Centre (PCC) was held on December 15, 2022, to:

    • provide background about the project;
    • review the list of alternative solutions; and,
    • seek input on the evaluation and the preliminary preferred alternative.


    Comments for consideration and documentation in the Environmental Study Report for PCC 1 will be accepted up to January 4, 2023.



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  • Public Consultation Centre #1

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    November 24, 2022


    Oxford County is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to explore potential opportunities for a new well supply in the Village of Tavistock.

    Consultation with the community is a key part of the study process. A virtual (online) public consultation centre is being held:

    Thursday, December 15, 2022
    6:00 to 8:00 PM

    OPTION 1 - VIDEO CONFERENCE
    Click here to join the web meeting
    Meeting ID: 267 125 999 407 | Passcode: jUoBfZ
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    OPTION 2 - AUDIO ONLY
    Call in using your phone, mobile device, tablet or computer
    Toll-free: 1-833-266-3861
    Phone Conference ID: 583 450 356#

    This meeting will provide background on the project, review the list of alternative solutions, and seek input on the evaluation and the preliminary preferred alternative. Comments received will be considered and documented in the Environmental Study Report. Please submit your feedback by Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Read the public notice


    About the study

    The Village of Tavistock currently receives water services from three wells located within the centre of the Village, near Queen’s Park. The Study will:

    • define needs;
    • identify and evaluate alternative solutions; and,
    • develop a preferred design and location for a new well supply in consultation with adjacent property owners, regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities, the local business community and the public.

    The Class EA Study is being planned in accordance with the planning and design process for Schedule C projects as outlined in the Municipal Engineers Association Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Document (2000, as amended 2007, 2011, 2015), which is an approved process under Ontario’s Environmental Assessment Act.

    Comments received during the study will be considered and documented in the Environmental Study Report.



    Have your say

    Consultation with the residents and businesses of Tavistock is a key part of the study process. We will be asking for public input at different points throughout the study period. To have your say:

    • CONTACT THE PROJECT TEAM to be added to the study’s mailing list or to provide comments.
      A.R. (Tony) Lotimer, M.Sc., P.Geo., FGC
      Project Manager, Oxford County
      1-800-755-0394, ext. 3126
      alotimer@rogers.com
      David Kielstra, MA, EP, MCIP, RPP
      Environmental Planner, Stantec Consulting Ltd.
      905-381-3247
      David.Kielstra@stantec.com
    • ATTEND A PUBLIC CONSULTATION CENTRE (PCC): PCCs are your opportunity to review information and provide feedback directly to members of the project team. PCC #1 is scheduled for:

      Thursday, December 15, 2022 - 6:00 to 8:00 PM
      Click here to join the meeting | Meeting ID: 267 125 999 407 | Passcode: jUoBfZ
      Materials will be posted to this page following the PCC. See the public notice

    • USE THE ONLINE QUESTION & COMMENT CARD: Fill out the online form below to send your feedback or questions to the project team. Please submit your feedback by Wednesday, January 4, 2023.
  • Class EA Study to explore new well supply in Tavistock

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    February 22, 2022

    Oxford County has begun a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (Class EA) Study to explore potential opportunities for a new well supply in the Village of Tavistock.

    Tavistock currently receives water services from three wells located in the centre of the village near Queen’s Park. The addition of a fourth well will improve the long-term supply and security of drinking water for the community.


    Have your say

    Consultation with the residents and businesses of Tavistock is a key part of the study process. We will be asking for public input at different points throughout the study period.

    How to get involved:

    • Contact a member of the project team to be added to the study’s mailing list or to provide comments.
      A.R. (Tony) Lotimer, M.Sc., P.Geo., FGC
      Project Manager, Oxford County
      1-800-755-0394, ext. 3126
      alotimer@rogers.com
      David Kielstra, MA, EP, MCIP, RPP
      Environmental Planner, Stantec Consulting Ltd.
      905-381-3247
      David.Kielstra@stantec.com
    • Attend one of the Public Consultation Centres (PCCs) during the study to review information and provide feedback. Notices with the date, location, and opportunities to participate in the PCCs will be published and distributed before each event. Please note PCCs may be held online.


    Please check back for more project updates, including dates of Public Consultation Centres

Page last updated: 30 May 2024, 04:28 PM