Tuesday, August 17, 2010

City and Health Unit meet over Beach Signage

The Northwestern Health Unit says its willing to work with the City of Kenora over Beach Warning notices.

Health Unit administration met with council at a special meeting last week to discuss the issue.

Medical Officer of Health, Dr. James Arthurs says they are governed by very specific legislation, but are willing to look at suggestions on how to better present information about beach closures.

Members of council have suggested sending beach water samples to labs in Winnipeg to get quicker information about bacteria levels at local beaches.