Latest News Urban Wastewater Hearings Monday 30 March was the last day for independent commissioners to hear submissions on the Masterton Urban Wastewater Treatment Upgrade.  Wes ten Hove Chief Executive Officer of Masterton District Council says it has been a good opportunity for people to raise their concerns about the project.    “It was useful for the Council and I am confident that we have been able to address those concerns with the commissioners.’  The commissioners are expected to release their decision in early May.  Wes ten Hove says the Council is looking forward to having certainty about the conditions of the consent and to know when the consent will be reviewed.  Both these factors will impact on the cost of the project and will assist us to complete our 2009-19 Long-Term Council Community Plan.”  “I hope that the objectors will be satisfied with the independent decision of the commissioners when it is released.  We are looking forward to starting the project next year as the upgrade will reduce discharges into the Ruamahunga River and stop any risks of adverse effects on the river.” 31 March 2009