Good Morning,

We met with two different groups of engineers on June 7th (geotechnical and architectural) regarding the status of the riverbank and the use of the seed processing, storage and drying building.  We should receive the report next week. There is potential that we maybe able to use the seed processing and storage building without restrictions in the coming weeks.  Due to the nature of the riverbank, any major rain event could change this. If you notice any change in the riverbank or building (crack, movement, etc), please let the department know immediately.  Even the slightest change needs to be recorded. 

Of note, the architectural engineer is treating the drying area as a separate building. As of today, we can start using the drying area without the safe work procedure related to the 15 minute access.

Please let me know if you have any questions,

Rob

Robert W. Duncan (he/him/his), Ph.D., P.Ag.
Professor and Brassica Breeder
Department of Plant Science
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba
R3T 2N2
Phone: 204 474 6076
Email: rob.duncan@umanitoba.ca

The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. I respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and dedicate myself to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.