City of Kelowna Council highlights for September 25
Electric Vehicle Readiness Requirements
Council gave first reading to amendments to the Zoning Bylaw regarding electric vehicle readiness requirements. The updated bylaw will require that new residential developments include a minimum of one energized electric vehicle (EV) outlet per dwelling unit. The exception is “rental-only” zoned areas which will require a minimum of 25 per cent of parking spaces to be equipped with an EV outlet.
Mill Site Area Redevelopment Plan – Concept Plans
Council received a report, including initial concepts and plans for upcoming public engagement, from the Policy & Planning Department on the mill site area redevelopment plan.
Transit Expansion Initiatives – Three-year Outlook
Council approved the execution of a one-year Memorandum of Understanding with BC Transit for the transit improvement program three-year expansion initiatives for the period 2024–2027.
Employer Commute Trip Reduction Program
Staff presented recommendations for a Kelowna employer commute trip reduction program aimed at improving traffic flow and reducing emissions.
Stormwater Funding Business Case and Implementation Plan – Phase 1
Council received an update from Utility Services on the first phase of the stormwater funding business case and implementation plan.
To watch a playback of the Council meeting and view all presentations, visit “Past Meetings” at kelowna.ca/council.
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Joint statement from City of Vernon, District of Coldstream and RDNO Electoral Areas B and C on recr
The City of Vernon has established a ‘fee for service’ agreement for recreation services with the District of Coldstream and Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) Electoral Areas B and C. -
More supports coming to Vernon for mental-health, substance-use crises
To help people in crisis and to free police resources to focus on crime, a new crisis response is now in Vernon. -
Wilson Landing Fire Department to collect food and donations for Central Okanagan Foodbank
Residents in communities served by the Wilson’s Landing Fire Department are encouraged to watch Tuesday evening for the flashing lights signifying the annual department Santa Run food drive. -
Tourism Golden becomes rainbow registered with CGLCC
Tourism Golden proudly announces its commitment to diversity by becoming Rainbow Registered through the Canadian Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC). -
Slow down and watch for new crosswalk on Wade Ave E and Government Street
The City is alerting drivers to watch for traffic changes along Wade Avenue E and Government Street, which includes a new crosswalk that connects Papineau Street with the Penticton Creek pedestrian footbridge. -
Major development project near PRH enters next steps
The Okanagan’s largest commercial transaction is now complete, and paves the way for a mixed use master planned community adjacent to Penticton Regional Hospital. -
West Kelowna Fire Rescue supporting local food banks
Join West Kelowna Fire Rescue (WKFR) in helping to keep the shelves stocked at the Central Okanagan Food Bank throughout the winter. -
Maintenance work scheduled for Vernon Water Reclamation Centre next week
The City of Vernon would like to advise residents near the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) that increased odours may be noticeable in the area next week as crews begin scheduled maintenance on the facility.
