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Falcon Ridge Stage 3 outdoor irrigation

The Regional District has instituted Stage 3 outdoor water restrictions for customers of the Falcon Ridge water system.

This means outdoor lawn and garden irrigation is only allowed one day each week for customers served by the community water system off Highway 33 south.  If needed, those with an even number street address may water outdoors on Saturday while customers with an odd number street address may water outside on Sunday. 

During Stage 3, the RDCO water systems regulations bylaw...

Campfire ban across Central Okanagan

Effective immediately, all campfires are prohibited throughout all Central Okanagan municipalities and electoral area Fire Service Areas. 

Due to extreme temperatures, dry conditions and the high-extreme fire danger rating, the campfire ban will remain in effect until further notice.

The campfire ban affects all local government fire jurisdictions in the Regional District of Central Okanagan including the City of West Kelowna, District of Lake Country, District of Peachland, Westbank First Nation...

Heat warning safety for residents

With hot daytime temperatures expected to continue and a heat warning in place, Central Okanagan Electoral Area residents are encouraged to stay safe and cool.

Interior Health and Prepared BC recommended that residents:

• Drink plenty of water and other liquids to stay hydrated
• Take it easy, especially during the hottest hours of the day
• Seek cooler indoor and outdoor spaces
• If you have air conditioning, be sure to turn it on. It does not need to be on as high as it can go to help keep you safe
• Take a...

Regional Board meeting highlights - July 25

2022-2026 Financial Plan amendments

The Regional Board has approved the following amendments to the 2022-2026 Financial Plan:

• Add $116,000 to the Cart Group Purchase to allow ordering new curbside collection carts to ensure an adequate inventory to respond to supply chain and manufacturing delivery delays.
• Reallocate $149,350 from two previously approved projects for Glen Canyon Regional Park to allow emergency repairs and cover the costs of insurance deductibles to flood-damaged sections along the...

Falcon Ridge water advisory removed

After consulting with Interior Health, the Regional District of Central Okanagan has rescinded a Water Quality Advisory for residents served by the Falcon Ridge water system.

The advisory was issued June 3 affecting approximately 60 properties connected to the Falcon Ridge system off Highway 33 as a result of freshet-related turbidity in the Mission Creek water source. 

Water sample tests confirm that turbidity is once again within the acceptable and safe Canadian guidelines for drinking water...