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Governance and services study moves ahead

The Regional Board approved the framework for a governance and services study for the Central Okanagan West electoral area.

The framework as outlined in the Terms of Reference will be used to guide the study process which is expected to see a final report delivered by the end of September next year.

Next steps include:

• Developing a Request for Proposals seeking an independent, private consultant with experience in the governance and services studies to work with an appointed Study Committee to...

Regional Board meeting highlights - Dec. 6

Governance and services study 

The Regional Board approves the Ministry of Municipal Affairs Terms of Reference to guide a governance and services study for Central Okanagan West with an emphasis on North Westside communities. A Request for Proposal will be developed to contract an experienced, independent consultant to help a study committee facilitate community involvement and provide a completed report by the end of September 2022. The Ministry has provided a $60,000 Restructure Planning...

Free to chip your tree

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 tree,...

Joe Rich - Scotty Creek outdoor rinks

As winter weather conditions allow, outdoor ice rinks will be open in the RDCO Joe Rich and Scotty Creek community parks.

Typically, these facilities are available starting in late December or early January when there are consistent freezing temperatures.

Information on the status of each outdoor ice rink is available and updated at 250-469-6300.

For everyone’s safety, those using these outdoor skating rinks are asked to follow the latest COVID-19 public health guidelines.

Regional District parks...

Curbside collection and winter conditions

With snow back in the forecast after the balmy temperatures of late, the Regional Waste Reduction Office reminds you- please be patient with respect to your waste collection during winter weather events.

During times of heavy snowfall, or excessive inclement weather and icy roadways, if your garbage, yard waste or recycling collection is missed on your regular collection day, please leave your carts out until collection occurs. To ensure your collection is not missed, please do not bring your carts...