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June 23, 1976

Mr. Larry Pollock
City Administrator
City of Port Coquitlam
2272 McAllister

Port Coquitlam, B.C.

Dear Sir:

Re: Coquitlam River

Our initial samples of the river showed that the coliform
counts were within acceptable limits. Therefore, the river will probably
not be posted this summer.

However, the health unit does not consider the river a safe
place for unsupervised swimming. Although the danger of contacting disease

is not a problem at present, the murky water, sharp rocks and deep spots
make it a dangerous place to swim. Therefore, from a safety standpoint
we would encourage the City to post 'No Swimming’ signs in appropriate
areas. :

Sincerely,

- LOIS —
Fed. Blatherwick, M.D. ? DoP.H.
FJB: bmd Director