The District Municipality of Muskoka is offering rain barrels to residents at subsidized rates to promote water conservation and assist in managing storm water run-off.
“Rain barrels reduce stress on Muskoka’s waterways and groundwater reserves and save residents money by decreasing the amount of municipally treated water used for yard and garden purposes” says Michael Duben, CAO at the District of Muskoka.
Residents may purchase one 240 litre rain barrel per property at the partially subsidized rate of $25. Additional rain barrels may be purchased for $46. Muskoka residents who are connected to municipal waste water services and disconnect their downspouts from the waste water system after purchasing a rain barrel can apply to receive a fully subsidized rain barrel.
The program is a pilot project for this year. The deadline to order is July 17, 2017 and can be picked up on July 20, 2017. Visit muskoka.on.ca/rainbarrel for complete program and ordering details.
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