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Council Highlights - April 21, 2020
Council Meeting
April 21, 2020
Safe distancing and digital conferencing continue during COVID-19
In keeping with COVID-19 regulations, the City of West Kelowna conducted the Regular Council Meeting of April 21 via video conferencing, ensuring safe distancing of Council and staff. Public access was also restricted; and therefore, staff scheduled no matters requiring immediate public input.
Apr 22, 2020
Blasting Permit Issued in Upper Vineyard EstatesFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 21, 2020
The City of West Kelowna advises that it has issued a blasting permit to T&A Rock Works for lot grading in the vicinity of a former cell phone tower site on the south slopes of Mount Boucherie. The City anticipates that blasting work will take approximately one month.
Apr 21, 2020
Please keep clear of wildfire prevention work when hiking north Mt. Boucherie areaFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 17, 2020
Hikers, please avoid the northern sections of Mt. Boucherie as crews conduct forest fire mitigation work over the next two to three weeks in and around Eain Lamont Park, off Lakeview Cove Road and Trevor Drive.
Apr 17, 2020
Supporting Business and Driving Economic Recovery in the Central OkanaganFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: From the Regional District of Central Okanagan
April 15, 2020
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Regional Mayors’ and WFN Chief’s Economic Recovery Task Force (Economic Recovery Task Force) was launched today. The Economic Recovery Task Force was initiated by the Mayors of Kelowna, West Kelowna, Lake County and Peachland, as well as the Regional Board Chair and Chief of Westbank First Nation.
Apr 16, 2020
Open Burning and Campfires BannedFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: From the Regional District of Central Okanagan
April 15, 2020
Open burning season has officially come to an early end in the Central Okanagan. The April 3 ban across the region also continues for all wood-burning campfires.
Apr 15, 2020
Water Quality Advisory Rescinded for Lakeview Water SystemFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 09, 2020
The City of West Kelowna, in consultation with Interior Health Authority, has rescinded the Water Quality Advisory notice for the Lakeview Water System.
The water quality advisory was required March 25 due to elevated turbidity levels in Rose Valley Reservoir.
Apr 09, 2020
Council Highlights - April 7, 2020Council Meeting
April 7, 2020
COVID-19 update
Mayor Milsom opened the meeting acknowledging the uncertainty of the current environment caused by COVID-19 and the need to support residents and businesses. He thanked the community for efforts so far to comply with health authority guidelines to stop the spread of COVID-19 such as social distancing, regular handwashing, staying home and self-isolating and not touching one’s face.Apr 09, 2020
Willow Park Closed for Essential Flood Recovery WorkFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 08, 2020
The City of West Kelowna will close Willow Park from April 9 to June 1 to repair damaged done during historic 2017 flooding. Crews will begin moving in materials at the end of this week; construction will begin the week of April 13.
Apr 09, 2020
Lower tax increase and waived interest for utility bills lessens financial burden during COVID-19FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 07, 2020West Kelowna Council has reduced the proposed tax increase from 4.8 per cent to 2.
Apr 07, 2020
Good Time to Review Annual Flood PreparationsNews Release
April 7, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic is front and centre for every Central Okanagan resident these days. We’re all learning to adapt as the virus continues to unfold and affect our lives.
Apr 07, 2020
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