Public Works

The Public Works department consists of a Foreman, a Charge Hand, a Waste Water Treatment Operator and five equipment operators. In addition to the overall maintenance and operation of the recreational facilities, these employees are responsible for the safe maintenance and delivery of municipal services including drinking water and waste water treatment.

Ashcroft obtains their drinking water from the Thompson River. The water is treated with chlorine at the source and is pumped through a network of pipes and reservoirs throughout the community. Various tests are done on a daily and weekly basis to monitor factors such as turbidity to ensure that the water is safe to drink.  To see the latest turbidity readings click on the  Turbidity Scale    In the event of a power outage, please refrain from using water as we are unable to replenish the reservoirs without power and the supply must be kept for use in an emergency.

While the Village does not currently have watering restrictions, we do recognize that water is a valuable and limited resource and therefore please use it wisely.  We ask that you don't water during the heat of the day, ensure that water is not left running while washing your vehicles, and refrain from sprinkling during heavy winds.

Door to door solid waste collection is done on a weekly basis and the recycling depot is open 24/7 to accept paper, cardboard, plastics and glass. The disposal of electronic waste, paint, used oil and batteries are not accepted at this site.  Residential solid waste collection is done as follows:  Downtown and Mesa Vista areas are collected on Tuesdays and North Ashcroft is collected on Fridays.  Commercial collection is done on both Tuesdays and Fridays.  At present there is a three bag weekly limit for residential collections.

The Village has a cemetery that is situated along the banks of the Thompson River. Interments are arranged through the administration office during regular office hours.

The Ashcroft Community Hall is situated at 409 Bancroft Street and is an historical building that once was a school house and the village office. Rentals are available for a variety of private or public functions and information can be obtained by contacting the administration office during regular office hours.