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Regional Board meeting highlights - March 20
Posted on Friday, March 21, 2025 10:13 AM
Regional Agricultural Strategy (Phase 2) update
The Regional Board received and update from staff on the Regional Agricultural Strategy (Phase 2) and directed staff to proceed with developing the Draft Regional Agricultural Strategy. The Regional Agricultural Strategy will include policies, actions, and an implementation plan to address key challenges facing agriculture and support a thriving agricultural sector in the Central Okanagan, now and into the future.
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RDCO financial plan focuses on meeting the needs of a growing region
Posted on Thursday, March 20, 2025 02:30 PM
On March 20, 2025, the Regional Board for the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) and Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District adopted their 2025-2029 five-year financial plans. The Local Government Act requires that the RDCO develop and approve a five-year financial plan by March 31 each year.
The 2025-2029 financial plan outlines a total operating budget of $70.8 million for the organization in 2025, up 7.2% or $4.8 million from $66.0 million in 2024.
"This financial plan delivers...
Spring water system flushing and valve exercising notice
Posted on Thursday, March 20, 2025 08:31 AM
This spring, residents will notice crews performing annual water main flushing and valve exercising for the Westshore Estates, Killiney Beach and Upper Fintry/Shalal Road/Valley of the Sun water systems. Beginning Monday, March 25, flushing will occur Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., until Friday, April 11, 2025.
Watch for roadside notice boards in your area when flushing occurs. Drivers may notice an impact to traffic as crews work. Please drive slowly around...
COEDC Presents: Navigating Trade Challenges with Industry Experts
Posted on Thursday, March 20, 2025 08:04 AM
On April 3, 2025, the Regional District of Central Okanagan’s Economic Development Commission (COEDC) is hosting two insightful events to help businesses navigate trade challenges. The events include an industry roundtable followed by an open panel presentation with experts titled “Navigating Trade Challenges.” This day is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs and businesses to learn directly from industry experts and gain valuable insights into the resources and support available to help...
Prevent human bear conflicts in your neighborhood
Posted on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 12:40 PM
This spring, the Regional District and the BC Conservation Officer Service are urging residents to help prevent human-bear conflicts by managing attractants, especially household garbage.
As temperatures rise and bears come out of hibernation, they’re hungry and looking for food sources, even if it means going for unnatural ones like household garbage. It is important to take steps to ensure bears and other wildlife are not drawn to your property due to poorly managed attractants, such as...
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