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Council Highlights - May 26, 2020
Council Meeting
May 26, 2020
City holds first socially distanced public hearing in keeping with COVID-19 guidelines
Council held its first Public Hearing during COVID-19 on May 26 to continue to allow the community to provide in-person feedback regarding a proposed multi-unit cannabis production facility in a light industrial complex at 2648 Kyle Road. The applicant requests zoning amendments that, if approved, would reduce the minimum required buffer between the operation and the Brookhaven Care Facility.
Confirmed black bear sightings in the Rose Valley neighbourhoodMultiple confirmed black bear sightings, including a sow with young cubs, have been reported in the Rose Valley neighbourhood. These bears are seeking easy food sources in unsecured garbage containers and other unnatural food sources, which, if not prevented, can create human-bear conflicts.
West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation residents encouraged to get FireSmart and access 2020 grantsFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 27, 2020
The City of West Kelowna and Westbank First Nation are dedicating $30,000 in funding to encourage residential property owners to protect their homes using FireSmart principles and initiatives. This work will reduce the risk of wildfire damage to their homes and in the community.
