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  • Leak results in temporary loss of water pressure in Glenrosa

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Friday, April 30, 2021

     

    Glenrosa residents living on McGinnis Road, between McQueen and McLeod Roads may be experiencing lower than normal water pressure at times today while crews repair a leak in a water main.

    Crews are working to maintain pressure during repairs, but levels may fluctuate; residents who experience no pressure can all our Utilities service line at 778-797-2246.

  • Old Okanagan Highway gets new pavement

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Tuesday, April 27, 2021

    Warmer weather means construction season is full steam ahead, and crews will be repaving Old Okanagan Highway, between Butt and Gossett Roads, Wednesday, April 28. 

    Motorists should expect single-lane alternating traffic and minor delays on the stretch of Old Okanagan Highway for most of the day.

  • Council Highlights - April 20, 2021

    Council Meeting

    Tuesday, April 20, 2021

     

    Council recognizes the difference makers who volunteer in our community

    April 18 to 24 is National Volunteer Week and Council thanked the many people who invest their time and effort into service on committees, neighbourhood associations, not-for-profit societies and many other organizations. Volunteers lift our community with their continued kindness and compassion improving our overall health and well-being, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • West Kelowna economy remains on solid ground

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Thursday, April 22, 2021

    West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom delivered a virtual State of the City address hosted by the Greater Westside Board of Trade that reflects West Kelowna’s continued strong economy despite the effects of the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic.

    Sponsored by Kelly O’ Bryan’s restaurant, the virtual presentation included a background package sent to participants in advance of Mayor Milsom’s address that highlighted key accomplishments, provided a glimpse into the.

  • Five-Year Financial Plan invests in infrastructure and plans for a continued bright future in West Kelowna

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Thursday, April 22, 2021

    City Council adopted the 2021 Budget and Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw setting the tax increase at 4.05 per cent, which includes a one per cent Infrastructure Levy, at its regular Council meeting on April 20, 2021.

  • We're Hiring! (15)

    The City of West Kelowna is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

    • Service Desk Technician
    • Parks Operator I - Seasonal
    • Senior Business Licensing and Building Official
    • Engineering Technologist I & II

    For further information check out our careers page Apr 22, 2021

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    Glenrosa Road opens Friday

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Thursday, April 22, 2021

    The City of West Kelowna anticipates opening Glenrosa Road for vehicle, cycling and pedestrian traffic on Friday, April 23 by noon, as active transportation improvements are almost complete.

    Road paving, storm sewer and sidewalk installation are now complete.

  • Support local under the sun this summer thanks to Temporary Patio and Retail Space Program

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    Tuesday, April 20, 2021

    One of the greatest parts of summer is being able to bask in the beautiful outdoors and the City of West Kelowna has created the Temporary Patio and Retail Space Program to help restaurants and retail establishments expand their exterior business space, provided they meet municipal guidelines and comply with COVID-19 safety protocols.

    The temporary program helps local businesses impacted by the pandemic and supports restaurants and retailers by.

Contact us

Communications and Engagement
3731 Old Okanagan Highway
West Kelowna, B.C. V4T 0G7
778-797-1234
communications@westkelownacity.ca 

Media relations
778-797-2223

 

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