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Water Quality Advisory issued for Lakeview-Rose Valley Water System

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Monday, July 19, 2021

The City of West Kelowna, in consultation with Interior Health, is issuing a Water Quality Advisory for the Lakeview/Rose Valley System effective immediately and until further notice, due to increasing turbidity in the Rose Valley Reservoir.

Increased turbidity can allow bacteria, viruses and microorganisms to attach themselves to the suspended particles in the turbid water avoiding chlorine disinfection. 

Determine if you are in the...

Council Highlights - July 13, 2021

Council MeetingJuly 13, 2021 Condolences expressedOn behalf of Council, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the families, friends and coworkers of those individuals who lost their lives during the devastating crane collapse in downtown Kelowna. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by this tragic incident. Temporary Use Permit approved to replace shelter closure at West Kelowna United ChurchCouncil authorized Temporary Use Permit for up to three years for 2515 Bartley Rd. to replace...

Water Quality Advisory issued for West Kelowna Estates System

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEWednesday, July 14, 2021 The City of West Kelowna, in consultation with Interior Health, is issuing a Water Quality Advisory, until further notice, for the West Kelowna Estates Service Area due to higher than normal turbidity at the Okanagan Lake intake. View a map at westkelownacity.ca/waterquality to confirm if your property is in the service area.  Turbidity affects the performance of the chlorine disinfection process because bacteria, protozoa,...

Water Quality Advisory issued for Sunnyside/Pritchard Water System

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

The City of West Kelowna, in consultation with Interior Health, is issuing a precautionary Water Quality Advisory, until further notice, for the Sunnyside/Pritchard Water System.

As result of an unexpected mechanical issue, unchlorinated water may have entered the water service area for a short time. The mechanical issue has since been resolved and the system is operating normally. This precautionary advisory will remain in place as we await the result...

Get inspired this summer and cross off some items from that bucket list

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, July 8, 2021Adventures, attractions and activities abound in four new publications from Visit Westside – the City of West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation’s tourism partnership.You’ll be inspired to get out and explore the Greater Westside thanks to the great ideas, stunning places and special spaces featured in the pages of the:

• 2021-2022 Visitor Guide
• Hiking and Biking Trail Guide
• Birding Map and Guide
• Westside Farm Loop Brochure

Discover a new outdoor adventure;...