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Regional Board meeting highlights - Sept. 26

Central Okanagan demographic and housing projections
The Regional Board was presented with an overview of demographic and housing projection scenarios for the Central Okanagan. The Central Okanagan is one of the fastest growing regions in Canada. By 2046, the region’s population is anticipated to grow by between 43,000 to 119,000 new residents. The high end of this range would bring approximately 54% more people in the working age bracket, supporting our growing economy and aging population....

Regional Board meeting highlights - August 22

Notice on Title - 4359 Maxwell Road
The Regional Board directed staff to proceed with the filing of a Notice on Title for 4359 Maxwell Road, due to ongoing non-compliance with RDCO Building Bylaw No. 1482. The Notice on Title serves as notification to anyone searching a property title that the property may be in breach of bylaws or regulations. The filing of a Notice is not intended to be a punitive action; rather, it is a method to protect future owners and others with an interest in the...

Regional Board meeting highlights - July 25

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-281 – Kangaroo Creek Farm

Following a public hearing, the Regional Board gave second and third reading for a site-specific text amendment to allow for the continuation of a petting zoo at Kangaroo Creek Farm at 5932 Old Vernon Road.

Update from the BC SPCA

Representatives from the BC SPCA presented an update to the Regional Board on their adoption services and the spay/neuter/ID fund (SN1F). In 2023, 647 spay/neuter certificates were issued, and 58 animals were...

Regional Board meeting highlights - June 27

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-286 – 9544 Keithley Road

The Regional Board rescinded first, second and third reading for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-286. As Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-288 for Small-Scale Multi-Unit Housing Legislation was adopted on June 13, 2024, this bylaw to rezone 9544 Keithley Road is no longer needed as Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-288 incorporates the changes.

Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-289 – Z24/05 Shelter Cove – 4401 Westside Road – EA West

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Regional Board meeting highlights - June 13

Inclusive Regional Governance Working Session Summary and Recommendations

The Regional Board received the Regional District of Central Okanagan / Westbank First Nation Inclusive Regional Governance Working Session Summary Report, which summarizes the March 13 working session on inclusive governance. The Board endorsed the proposed decision-making model and Joint Working Group composition as outlined in the report and asked staff to seek support from Westbank First Nation Chief and Council.