Montreal ensemble pledges funds towards water infrastructure development

Montreal Mayor Announces Emergency Climate Fund and Infrastructure Investments

In a bid to tackle the growing threat of climate change, Valérie Plante, the party leader in Montreal, has announced the establishment of an emergency climate fund of up to 10 million dollars. This fund will enable local communities to respond quickly to events such as ice storms, floods, or heatwaves.

The metropolis is facing a heightened threat of flooding due to heavy rains. Approximately a third of Montreal's territory is located in a bowl-shaped area, which exacerbates the flooding risk. According to Ouranos, climate change could double the risks of flooding and sewer backups in Montreal.

To address this issue, Soraya Martinez Ferrada, the leader of Ensemble Montreal, has proposed to deploy a $20 million envelope through the RénoPlex program to help owners protect themselves against flooding during heavy rains. She also plans to prioritize investments in infrastructure, including funding for the Langelier collector in the east of the island in the first year of her administration.

In addition to this, Luc Rabouin, the leader of Projet Montreal, has promised to double annual investments in resilient infrastructure and provide financial aid to owners of residences located in a risk zone. He also commits to intervening in unsanitary dwellings within six months.

The STM and Mayor Valérie Plante have unveiled the names of the future stations on the Blue Line metro. Meanwhile, Luc Rabouin's successor at Projet Montreal has proposed measures to address negligent building owners.

On a separate note, Vélo-rution Montréal organized a "die-in" to deplore cyclists and pedestrians killed in accidents on Park Avenue. A new Léger poll reveals ambivalence about Bill C-5, but not about environmental protection.

It is worth noting that neither Soraya Martinez Ferrada nor Luc Rabouin's promises regarding street food and green spaces, deteriorating security in downtown Montreal, or listening and acting were mentioned in the provided paragraphs. Ensemble Montreal has promised to include a specific component for the purchase of land for the development of natural rainwater absorption infrastructure in the City's Natural Environment Acquisition Program.

In terms of fines, a significant increase is part of Luc Rabouin's commitments. He plans to monitor property owners, impose fines, and take action if necessary. The specific details of these measures are yet to be disclosed.

As the election approaches, both candidates are focusing on climate change and infrastructure investments to ensure the city's resilience in the face of rising threats.