AJAX — A section of the town without drinkable water is hoping Ajax officials can help them get municipal services.
About 100 people live on a portion of Range Road and Ontoro Boulevard outside the Town’s urban boundary and inside the provincial Greenbelt.
Under provincial rules, municipal services can’t be extended into the Greenbelt.
Ana Marple said to Ajax council, “We are a community in crisis.
“I would drill a new well if it would lead to good quality potable water,” she added, noting the water isn’t treatable without expensive technology.
I cannot drink my water and I cannot cook with my water.” “The daily stress is never ending,” she said.
Providing water is a Regional responsibility and Marple spoke with Regional councillors recently about the situation.
Regional council approved works staff speaking with the Province about providing water service to the homes.
A report is expected in May on possible options.
“Finding a treatable water source is no longer possible,” she said.