Resolution

WHEREAS As of March 2017, SaskPower amended their guidelines with respect to Firefighting claims on private property;

WHEREAS There have been multiple incidences since then where SaskPower has refused to compensate for Fire Fighting Claims resulting from downed powerlines;

BE IT RESOLVED that APAS lobby SaskPower and the Minister Responsible for SaskPower to review their guidelines with respect to Fire Fighting Claims and to consult with volunteer Fire Departments and landowners in that review process;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that APAS encourage SaskPower to immediately launch a program to identify potential fire hazard areas in consultation with landowners, address any potential liability issues, and take remedial actions.