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Update 3: Progress report on Hudson Road Watermain repairs

Date of Issue: Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2025

This is a progress update. A more comprehensive update on repairs to the Hudson Road watermain break will be sent later today, as more information is available.

As of 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12:

• Watermain repairs underway - ongoing this afternoon.
• 14 residents on Hudson Road remain without water - working hard to restore ASAP.
• Hudson Road remains closed from Guidi to Concord Roads until at least 8 p.m. tonight.
• A Boil Water Notice remains in effect for 26...

Join the fun! Free Family Day Activities in West Kelowna

Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025
 
We have something for everyone to stay active, have fun and explore in West Kelowna this Family Day long weekend.
 
FREE Family Day fun activities on Monday, Feb. 17

• Multi-Sport Centre:
  • ⚽ 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Dome Play Day (0-5 yrs and 6+ yrs sections) at the Multi-Sport Centre/Dome
• Mar Jok Elementary School:
  • 👪🏼 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Family Obstacle Course at Mar Jok Elementary School Gym
  • 🎨 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. – Craft Station at Mar Jok Elementary School...

Update 2: Crews making progress, repairs continue on Hudson Road watermain

Date of Issue: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025

Crews are making progress on repairs following a significant watermain break on Hudson Road overnight, but some challenges remain, and work will be required to continue into this evening, on Wednesday, Feb. 12 and possibly on Thursday, Feb. 13.

City and FortisBC crews, together with contractors and traffic control personnel prioritized the first order of business today – ensuring the integrity and stability of a natural gas main in the area. Watermain work is...

City of West Kelowna wins financial reporting award

Date of Issue: Tuesday, Feb. 11. 2025

The City of West Kelowna has won the Canadian Award for Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of Canada and the United States for the 2023 Audited Financial Statements and Annual Report.

“Congratulations to Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Trevor Seibel and his team in the Finance and Communications and Engagement Departments and many other staff who contributed to this award-winning collaboration,” said Mayor Gord Milsom on...

Crews resume repairs after significant overnight watermain break on Hudson Road

Date of Issue: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025

A major watermain break that occurred on Hudson Road overnight, causing significant flows and requiring coordinated emergency response, was isolated to allow repairs to get underway safely this morning during daylight hours.

Thanks to emergency crews who worked throughout the night to isolate the flow, provide damming and water redirection, as best as possible, and to provide roads and highways maintenance. The emergency response involved the coordinated...