As a form of local government unique to BC, the Regional District provides services such as recreation, community park facilities, fire protection and garbage collection to homes and businesses located within the Electoral Areas. The RDCO is also responsible for a wide range of regional services such as 9-1-1, dog control, parks and waste reduction for both the Electoral Areas and the member municipalities. In addition, the RDCO provides wastewater treatment services for the City of West Kelowna, District of Peachland and Westbank First Nation.
The Regional District Board manages fiscal and policy issues arising as part of local governance. Appointed and elected members represent the three municipalities, two electoral areas of the Regional District and Westbank First Nation.