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Avoid unstable ice as temperatures drop
Posted on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 12:59 PM
With temperatures expected to drop significantly across the Central Okanagan this week, fire chiefs across the region are reminding residents to use caution around frozen ponds and waterways.
“With a fresh dump of snow and cooler temperatures, we know residents are keen to get outdoors and enjoy normal winter recreation activities,” says Regional Fire Chiefs. “We encourage residents to stay off bodies of water like ponds and lakes and to look to maintained trails and community rinks for...
Successful book recycling pilot leads to permanent program
Posted on Monday, January 08, 2024 11:18 AM
The Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is extending its book recycling program for 2024 after a successful eight-month trial. The book recycling program offers Central Okanagan residents a convenient way to recycle their old, out of date and damaged books.
The RDCO launched the trial program last spring after finding residents were tossing books into their curbside recycling carts, material Recycle BC does not allow. Books improperly placed in recycling carts count toward the region’s...
RDCO Holiday closure
Posted on Monday, December 18, 2023 12:20 PM
The Regional District of Central Okanagan KLO Road office will be closed Monday, December 25 through Monday, January 1 inclusive. We look forward to serving you when we reopen at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
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Emergencies involving Regional District water systems or parks should be reported by calling 250-868-5299.
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Payments, business license renewals and new licence purchases may be made online at rdco.com/payments.
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Dog license renewals for 2024 and new license purchases can be made at rdco...
Location Change for tree chipping program
Posted on Monday, December 18, 2023 11:32 AM
When you take down your natural Christmas tree after the holidays, dispose of it in an eco-friendly way and have it chipped.
The RDCO Waste Reduction Office recommends giving your tree another life by dropping it off at one of the many free and convenient Chip It locations. The tree will then be chipped and composted into a nutrient-rich compost called GlenGrow available at various locations, including the Glenmore Landfill.
Make sure to remove all decorations and tinsel before recycling your...
Shelter Cove receives FireSmart Canada Neighbourhood recognition – and you can too
Posted on Friday, December 15, 2023 09:44 AM
Residents in the Shelter Cove neighbourhood along Westside Road have been recognized for their efforts in making their properties FireSmart by reducing fuel sources in the area. FireSmart Canada recognized them as part of the Neighbourhood Recognition Program for their exemplary work.
The FireSmart Neighbourhood Recognition Program (FNRP) is a national initiative that aims to acknowledge neighbourhoods that have taken proactive steps to minimize their vulnerability to wildfires. The program...
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