West Central Okanagan Electoral Area public meetings in 2023

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee is reviewing a draft financial plan for the years 2024 through 2028. The meeting also includes a year in review presentation regarding previous committee meetings.

• Review of the 2024-2028 Financial Plan - Electoral Area Services - Draft
• 2023 Year in Review delegation

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is reviewing several administrative and service updates. Items include amendments to the Administration Overhead Policy, extensions for technical rescue services and local services with Westbank First Nation, and 2024 board expense approvals.

• Updates to the Administration Overhead Policy
• Extension of Technical Rescue Services Agreement with the City of West Kelowna
• Amendment to the Local Services Agreement with Westbank First Nation through December 2024
• Approval for 2024 Board member attendance at various seminars and conferences

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee will review an overview of BC Emergency Health Services. The meeting also includes discussions on wildfire development permits, covenants, and proposed zoning bylaw amendments regarding fencing.

• BC Emergency Health Services presentation
• Wildfire Development Permit & Wildfire Covenants overview
• Proposed Zoning Bylaw fencing regulations amendment

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will consider the allocation of Growing Communities Fund monies to various projects. Additional discussions include a wildfire resiliency summary, zoning amendments, and an agricultural land subdivision application.

• Allocation of Growing Communities Fund monies to projects
• Agricultural Land Commission referral for a two-lot subdivision at 2900 Schram Road
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-232
• City of West Kelowna Regional Context Statement for the 2020-2040 Official Community Plan
• Summary of McDougall Creek Wildfire Resiliency Centre activities

Westside Wastewater Service Standing Committee

The committee will review the draft 2024-2028 Financial Plan for the Westside wastewater service. Members will also discuss the regional wastewater treatment plant Asset Management Plan and confirm direction for capital reserve contributions. Updates on lift station upgrades and odour control initiatives are also scheduled.

• Update on East Trunk Lift Station Upgrade
• Odour control complaints and planned initiatives update
• Progress report on the Source Control 2023 program
• Presentation of the Westside Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Asset Management Plan
• Review of the draft 2024-2028 Financial Plan

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

The board will receive an update on the annual election process for the 2024 Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also hear a presentation from Interior Health regarding ongoing capital projects. A closed session is scheduled to discuss negotiations related to hospital district services.

• Update on the 2024 CORHD Chair and Acting (Vice) Chair election process
• Interior Health presentation on capital projects in progress
• Closed session regarding negotiations for proposed hospital district services

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board will conduct elections for the office of Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting includes a review of the Administrative Overhead Policy and consideration of the 2024 meeting schedule and bylaw amendments.

• Election of Regional Board Chair
• Election of Regional Board Vice-Chair
• Amendment to Board Policy No.7.19 – Administration Overhead
• Approval of 2024 Meeting Schedule and Procedure Bylaw updates
• UBCM 2024 Grant application for RDCO Fire Services training and equipment

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is reviewing several zoning amendment bylaws. They are also considering the adoption of bylaws to extend the Falcon Ridge Water System East Service Area.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-232
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-279 for 4401 Westside Road
• Falcon Ridge Water System East Service Area extension bylaws
• Purchase commitments exceeding $100,000 from 3Q 2023
• Letter of support for invasive mussel prevention

Public Hearing

The Regional Board is conducting a public hearing to consider two zoning amendment bylaws. One proposal involves administrative updates to the RDCO Zoning Bylaw, and the other seeks to facilitate a 36-lot bare land strata subdivision at 4401 Westside Road. No decisions will be made during this meeting.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-232 for administrative updates
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-279 for a 36-lot subdivision at 4401 Westside Road

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a request for support regarding Okanagan Basin Water Board recommendations for invasive mussel prevention. The meeting also includes a presentation on park services strategic priorities, specifically focusing on year-round access and climate change effects.

• Request for a letter of support for OBWB invasive mussel prevention recommendations
• Discussion on park services strategic priorities regarding year-round access and climate mitigation
• Adoption of June 22, 2023, and September 14, 2023, meeting minutes

Regular Board Meeting

The Board is considering a zoning amendment and variance permit to facilitate a 36-lot subdivision at 4401 Westside Road. The agenda also includes updates to bylaws regarding ticket enforcement, dog ownership, solid waste management, and building regulations.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-279 for 4401 Westside Road
• Variance Permit VP-23-02 for private water and wastewater at 4401 Westside Road
• New Ticket Information Utilization and Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaws
• Amendments to Dog Ownership, Solid Waste Management, and Building bylaws

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee will review the July 6, 2023, meeting minutes. The agenda includes three presentations regarding RCMP services, the Westbank First Nation Comprehensive Community Plan, and Official Community Plans.

• RCMP overview of services
• Westbank First Nation Comprehensive Community Plan overview
• Official Community Plans (OCPs) workshop presentation

Committee of the Whole

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board of Directors and Westbank First Nation Chief and Council will attend a community-to-community session. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss matters related to WFN Self Government, UNDRIP, and DRIPA.

• Discussion of WFN Self Government and Constitution
• Discussion of United Nations Declaration on Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
• Discussion of Declaration on Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA)

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

This meeting consists of procedural matters including the adoption of the current agenda and previous minutes from May 04 and August 11, 2023. The board also scheduled a closed session to discuss preliminary negotiations for a regional district service.

• Adoption of May 04, 2023, and August 11, 2023, meeting minutes
• Motion to enter a closed session regarding regional district service negotiations

The Board adopted the agenda and the minutes from the May 11 and August 11, 2023 meetings. The meeting was closed to the public for a portion of the session to discuss preliminary regional district service negotiations.

• Adopted the September 07, 2023 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted May 11, 2023 and August 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Approved closing the meeting to the public to discuss preliminary regional district service negotiations (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will consider waiving various fees and allowing recreational vehicles as temporary dwellings for residents rebuilding after the McDougall Creek Wildfire. The meeting also includes reviews of zoning amendments and a consolidated Code of Conduct policy.

• Fee waivers and RV use for McDougall Creek wildfire recovery
• Staff-initiated amendments to Zoning Bylaw No. 871
• Construction of a warming cabin and trail addition for Telemark Nordic Club
• Consolidation of Code of Conduct and Respectful Workplace policies
• Report on purchase commitments exceeding $100,000 from Q2 2023

The Regional Board approved fee waivers for garbage, recycling, and demolition permits for properties impacted by the McDougall Creek wildfire. It also extended the allowed use of recreational vehicles as temporary dwellings from one to two years. Additionally, the Board adopted a new Code of Conduct policy.

• Waived garbage, yard waste, and residential recycle fees for McDougall Creek wildfire impacted properties (Carried)
• Waived demolition and temporary building permit fees for McDougall Creek wildfire impacted properties (Carried)
• Extended RV use as temporary buildings for wildfire-impacted single family dwellings from one to two years (Carried)
• Adopted Bylaw No. 1539, Amendment No. 1 to Development Application Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1483 (Carried)
• Gave first reading to Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-232 and scheduled public hearing for October 19, 2023 (Carried)
• Supported Telemark Nordic Club application for a warming cabin and trail addition subject to permits (Carried)
• Approved new Board Policy No. 2023-01 Code of Conduct and a Respectful Workplace (Carried)
• Withdrew Ticket Information and Utilization Bylaw and Bylaw Notice Enforcement Bylaw

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board is holding a special meeting on August 11, 2023. The main item is a motion to close the meeting to the public to discuss preliminary negotiations regarding a proposed regional hospital district service. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with only call to order, land acknowledgement, agenda adoption, and adjournment listed.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(k) for preliminary negotiations on a proposed regional hospital district service

The Board adopted the meeting agenda and voted to close the meeting to the public. The closed session was held to discuss preliminary negotiations regarding a proposed regional district service. No other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Adopted the August 11, 2023 meeting agenda
• Approved motion to close the meeting to the public to discuss regional district service negotiations

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board will consider a Development Variance Permit to allow an increased height for an accessory building at 6435 Langley Court. The Board will also vote on supporting a UBCM Complete Communities grant application for a Regional Employment Lands Inventory. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and minutes, and will close to the public for discussions on labour, litigation, and negotiations.

• Development Variance Permit (VP-22-09) for accessory building height at 6435 Langley Court
• UBCM Complete Communities Grant Application for Regional Employment Lands Inventory
• Adoption of July 6, 2023 Regular Board meeting minutes
• Receipt of Electoral Area Services Committee minutes of June 1, 2023
• Motion to close meeting for labour, litigation, and negotiation discussions

The Regional Board approved a development variance permit to increase an accessory building height at 6435 Langley Court. Additionally, the Board supported a $150,000 UBCM Complete Communities grant application for a Regional Employment Lands Inventory.

• Approved Development Variance Permit VP-22-09 to increase accessory building height from 8.0 m to 13.36 m at 6435 Langley Court
• Approved $150,000 UBCM Complete Communities grant application for the Regional Employment Lands Inventory
• Adopted August 03, 2023 meeting agenda
• Adopted July 06, 2023 meeting minutes
• Received Electoral Area Services Committee minutes of June 1, 2023

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee will hear three delegations: an overview of MOTI's Okanagan Shuswap District, a final update on the Central Okanagan Integrated Transportation Strategy, and an update on the Highway 33 Daves Creek Culvert Replacement project. The committee will also receive an update on proposed electoral area open houses for September 2023. The meeting includes routine adoption of the agenda and minutes.

• Delegation from Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure - Okanagan Shuswap District 101
• Final update on Central Okanagan Integrated Transportation Strategy (CO-ITS)
• Update on Highway 33 Daves Creek Culvert Replacement project
• Update on Electoral Area East & West open houses proposed for September 2023

The committee received three informational presentations from the Ministry of Transportation & Infrastructure regarding district operations, the Central Okanagan Integrated Transportation Strategy, and the Highway 33 Daves Creek Culvert Replacement. Staff also provided an update on upcoming electoral area open houses scheduled for September.

• Adopted July 6, 2023, meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted June 1, 2023, meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received MOTI presentation on Okanagan Shuswap District overview for information (Carried)
• Received MOTI presentation on Central Okanagan Integrated Transportation Strategy update for information (Carried)
• Received MOTI presentation on Highway 33 Daves Creek Culvert Replacement for information (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board is meeting to decide on several items, including appointing a new Chief Administrative Officer, considering a temporary use permit for an outdoor storage facility, and reviewing loan authorization bylaws for the Falcon Ridge Water System extension. They will also review the administration overhead policy, receive a solid waste update, and consider releasing a fire services review to the public.

• Rescind Brian Reardon's appointment and assign Chief Administrative Officer role to Sally Ginter
• Temporary Use Permit (TUP-23-02) for outdoor storage at 4690 Trepanier Road (EA West)
• Loan Authorization Bylaws 1531-1534 for Falcon Ridge Water System extension
• Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1535 for Okanagan Regional Library borrowing (remaining $2M)
• Release of RDCO Fire Services Review by Mitchell and Associates Ltd.

The Regional Board appointed Sally Ginter as Chief Administrative Officer and approved several water system and library borrowing bylaws. A temporary use permit for outdoor storage at 4690 Trepanier Road was defeated. The Board also approved $3,400 in grants for the North Westside Community Association.

• Appointed Sally Ginter as Chief Administrative Officer (Carried)
• Temporary Use Permit TUP-23-02 for outdoor storage at 4690 Trepanier Road defeated
• Approved Falcon Ridge Water System Extension Bylaws 1531, 1532, 1533, and 1534 (Carried)
• Adopted Okanagan Regional Library Security Issuing Bylaw No. 1535 (Carried)
• Supported current Administration Overhead Policy allocation (Carried)
• Approved $3,400 in Grants in Aid for North Westside Community Association (Carried)
• Released RDCO Fire Services Review to the public (Carried)

Committee of the Whole

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Committee of the Whole is meeting on June 22, 2023. The agenda consists of procedural items (call to order, land acknowledgement, adoption of agenda and minutes) followed by a motion to close the meeting to the public to discuss labour relations and preliminary negotiations for a regional district service.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Health Act sections 90(1)(c) and (k) for labour/employee relations and preliminary service negotiations.

The committee adopted the agenda and the minutes from the June 8, 2023 meeting. The meeting was closed to the public to discuss labour relations and preliminary negotiations regarding a proposed regional district service.

• Adopted June 15, 2023 agenda
• Adopted June 8, 2023 meeting minutes
• Approved closing the meeting to the public to discuss labour relations and proposed regional district service negotiations

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is considering several development permit applications and cancellations. The meeting also includes discussions on inflationary adjustments to wastewater treatment cost charges and the renewal of a regional emergency mutual aid agreement.

• Commercial Development Permit and variances for 10358 Westside Road
• Cancellation of Development Permit DP-21-18 near Sunset Ranch Drive
• Appointment of an Animal Control Bylaw Enforcement Officer
• Inflationary adjustments to Westside Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant and East Trunk DCC bylaws
• Renewal of the Regional Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement between local fire departments

The Regional Board approved a commercial development permit and variance for 10358 Westside Road and cancelled a development permit near Sunset Ranch Drive. The Board also adopted two bylaws for wastewater treatment plant inflation adjustments and approved the 2022 Statement of Financial Information.

• Approved Commercial Development Permit DP-23-02 and Variance Permit VP-23-01 for 10358 Westside Road
• Cancelled Development Permit DP-21-18 for property adjacent to Sunset Ranch Drive and Trickle Creek Drive
• Appointed Travis MacKenzie as Animal Control Officer for Bylaw No. 1343
• Adopted Westside Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Amendment Bylaw 1528 (inflation adjustment)
• Adopted East Trunk Development Cost Charges Amendment Bylaw 1529 (inflation adjustment)
• Approved 2022 Statement of Financial Information
• Approved amendments to Board Policy BP9 regarding Financial Signing Authorities and Authorizations
• Authorized execution of the Regional Emergency Mutual Aid Agreement

Committee of the Whole

This is a procedural agenda. The Committee of the Whole will adopt the agenda and previous minutes, then vote to close the meeting to the public to discuss preliminary negotiations for a proposed regional district service and confidential information related to negotiations with provincial or federal governments.

• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b) for negotiations and confidential information

The committee adopted the agenda and the April 13, 2023 meeting minutes. The meeting was closed to the public to discuss preliminary regional district service negotiations and confidential information involving provincial or federal governments.

• Adopted June 8, 2023 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted April 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Closed meeting to public to discuss regional district service negotiations and government confidentiality (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The board will consider rezoning 851 Firwood Rd to permit a secondary suite, receive an update on the SPCA service agreement, and discuss a new policy for the Chief Administrative Officer's performance review and salary. The meeting also includes a motion to close part of the meeting to discuss labour relations and land matters.

• Rezoning application Z23-01 for a secondary suite at 851 Firwood Rd
• SPCA update on the 2023 service agreement with the BC SPCA
• Appointment of a Bylaw Enforcement Officer / Park Ranger
• Adoption of a new Chief Administrative Officer Performance Review and Salary Administration Policy
• Correspondence on Next Gen 9-1-1 from the Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General

The Regional Board adopted a zoning amendment for a secondary suite and approved a new performance and salary policy for the Chief Administrative Officer. The Board also appointed a new Park Ranger as a Bylaw Officer and received an annual update from the BC SPCA.

• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-278 for 851 Firwood Rd (Carried)
• Received 2023 BC SPCA update on spay, neuter, micro-chip, and adoption services (Carried)
• Appointed Chris Sochan as Bylaw Officer for Community and Regional Parks Bylaws (Carried)
• Rescinded Bylaw Officer/Park Ranger appointments for Charlie Scholl and Tanya Brunelle (Carried)
• Adopted BP15-2023 Chief Administrative Officer Performance Review and Salary Administration Policy (Carried)
• Rescinded Policy 8.10 regarding Performance Review, Goal Evaluation and Development Plan (Carried)
• Received SIR Board Report and Next Gen 9-1-1 correspondence for information (Carried)

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee is meeting to conduct a second strategic priority setting session. The committee will work to develop the 2022-2026 Strategic Priorities for the Central Okanagan Electoral Areas.

• Strategic Priority Setting Session #2 to develop 2022-2026 priorities
• Adoption of April 13, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee reviewed potential strategic priorities for the 2022-2026 Regional Board Strategic Priorities, including community development, transportation, and safety. Members agreed to add Truth & Reconciliation as a standalone priority topic. Staff proposed reviving community open houses for September 2023, with further details to be presented in July.

• Adopted April 13, 2023 minutes (Carried)
• Added Truth & Reconciliation as a strategic priority topic

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider several items, including renewing a foreshore Crown land tenure at Reiswig Regional Park, approving a new septage facility agreement with the District of Lake Country, and adopting fire protection service area amendment bylaws for Joe Rich and Ellison. The board will also hear a delegation on emergency management and consider support for multiple grant applications.

• Renewal of Foreshore Crown Land License of Occupation Tenure at Reiswig Regional Park
• 2023 Regional Septage Facility Agreement with District of Lake Country and Septic Tank Effluent Regulation Amendment Bylaw
• Adoption of Joe Rich Fire Protection Local Service Area Bylaw No.1508 and Ellison Fire Protection Local Service Area Bylaw No.1509
• Support for UBCM FireSmart grant application for 2024 RDCO FireSmart programming
• Support for UBCM grant application for Public Notification and Evacuation Route Planning Framework

The Regional Board approved a 30-year license for Crown land at Reiswig Regional Park and adopted a septage agreement with the District of Lake Country. The Board also authorized three UBCM grant applications for community forums, FireSmart programming, and evacuation planning.

• Approved 30-Year License of Occupation for Reiswig Regional Park Crown Foreshore (Carried)
• Authorized 2023 District of Lake Country Septage Agreement (Carried)
• Adopted Septic Tank Effluent Regulation Amendment Bylaw No. 1530, 2023 (Carried)
• Approved $10,000 UBCM grant application for forum with Westbank First Nation (Carried)
• Supported UBCM Community Resiliency Investment Fund application for 2024 FireSmart programming (Carried)
• Supported $156,600 UBCM grant application for Public Notification & Evacuation Route Planning Framework (Carried)
• Adopted Joe Rich Fire Protection Local Service Area Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1508, 2022 (Carried)
• Adopted Ellison Fire Protection Local Service Area Establishment Amendment Bylaw No. 1509, 2022 (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider several items, including adopting new Community Services bylaws for building and development procedures and fees, and adopting OCP and zoning amendments for Rockchild Landing on Westside Road. They will also receive the 2022 financial statements, review Q1 purchase commitments over $100,000, and discuss a development variance permit for properties on Huckleberry Road. The meeting includes routine adoption of minutes and correspondence, and will close to the public for confidential negotiations.

• Adoption of new Building Bylaw (BL1482), Development Application Procedures Bylaw (BL1527), and Development Application Fees and Charges Bylaw (BL1483)
• Adoption of OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277 for Rockchild Landing, District Lot 4501 on Westside Road
• Development Variance Permit VP-22-08 for 1711, 1725, and 1733 Huckleberry Road to allow increased driveway grade and frontage exemption
• Report on purchase commitments over $100,000 made during Q1 2023
• 2022 Financial Statements report

The board approved the Regional District of Central Okanagan's 2022 financial statements, adopted three community services bylaws (Building Bylaw No. 1482, Development Application Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1483, and Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1527), and adopted Official Community Plan and Zoning Amendment Bylaws for Rockchild Landing on Westside Road. A development variance permit was approved for 1733 Huckleberry Road, and a temporary use permit application for 4690 Trepanier Road was withdrawn by the applicant.

• Approved 2022 financial statements (carried)
• Adopted Building Bylaw No. 1482 (carried)
• Adopted Development Application Fees and Charges Bylaw No. 1483 (carried)
• Adopted Development Application Procedures Bylaw No. 1527 (carried)
• Adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277 for Rockchild Landing (carried; Director Carson opposed)
• Approved Development Variance Permit VP-22-08 for 1733 Huckleberry Road (carried)
• Exempted properties at 1711, 1725, and 1733 Huckleberry Road from minimum frontage requirement (carried)
• Received correspondence from Ministry of Health and MLA Ben Stewart (carried)

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board will consider a request from Interior Health Authority to fund 40% of the Rutland Urgent Primary Care Centre, requiring an amendment to the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan. The board will also receive a presentation from the Kelowna General Hospital Foundation and review the 2022 financial statements.

• Consider funding 40% of Rutland Urgent Primary Care Centre via bylaw amendment
• Receive delegation from Kelowna General Hospital Foundation CEO Allison Young
• Review and file 2022 financial statements before May 15 deadline
• Adopt minutes from March 30, 2023 board meeting

The board approved the Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District's 2022 Financial Statements and authorized the Chair and Chief Financial Officer to sign them. It also gave three readings and adopted the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2-2023 and the Capital Expenditure Bylaw No. 305-2023, and requested Interior Health to designate the Rutland Urgent Primary Care Centre as a health facility under the Hospital District Act.

• Approved 2022 Financial Statements and authorized Chair and CFO to sign (carried)
• Adopted 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 2-2023 (carried)
• Adopted Capital Expenditure Bylaw No. 305-2023 (carried)
• Requested Interior Health to designate Rutland Urgent Primary Care Centre as a health facility (carried)
• Received Kelowna General Hospital Foundation delegation for information (carried)
• Adopted the meeting agenda as amended (carried)
• Adopted March 30, 2023 meeting minutes (carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board will consider second and third reading of bylaws to amend the Official Community Plan and zoning for Rockchild Landing on Westside Road. They will also discuss a development variance permit for a setback reduction at Swalwell Lake and an Agricultural Land Commission application for a nine-lot subdivision at 4121 Anderson Road. Other items include a food waste collection engagement strategy, a UBCM grant for emergency operations training, and a review of the Code of Conduct.

• Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277 for Rockchild Landing on Westside Road
• Development Variance Permit (VP-22-11) for a reduced watercourse setback at Swalwell Lake in Electoral Area East
• ALC Application (A-22-05) for a nine-lot subdivision at 4121 Anderson Road in Electoral Area East
• Proposed consultation framework for Food Waste Collection
• UBCM grant application for 2023 Emergency Operations Centre Training

The Regional Board approved an Official Community Plan and Zoning amendment for Rockchild Landing and supported an ALC subdivision application for 4121 Anderson Road. A development variance permit for Swalwell Lake was defeated. The Board also approved a $30,000 UBCM grant application for emergency training.

• Approved OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277 for Rockchild Landing
• Denied Development Variance Permit VP-22-11 for Swalwell Lake
• Supported ALC application A-22-05 for subdivision of 4121 Anderson Road
• Approved Food Waste Collection Consultation and Engagement Framework
• Approved $30,000 UBCM grant application for 2023 Emergency Operations Centre Training
• Adopted Board Procedure Amendment Bylaw No. 1524
• Denied amendment to change meeting times from 6:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Approved gap analysis review of the RDCO Code of Conduct

Public Hearing

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is holding a public hearing to consider amending the Official Community Plan and zoning for District Lot 4501 on Westside Road (Rockchild Landing). The proposal would rezone the property from Parks and Open Space (P1) and Single Detached Housing (R1) to Rural 1 (RU1) and Rural 2 (RU2), and discharge three covenants. No decision will be made at the hearing; the bylaws will be considered by the Regional Board at a later regular meeting.

• Rezoning of District Lot 4501 on Westside Road from P1 and R1 to RU1 and RU2
• Discharge of three covenants on the property
• Public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277
• Public comment period ran from March 30 to April 13, 2023

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held a public hearing regarding the Rockchild Landing property on Westside Road. The session focused on proposed zoning changes and an Official Community Plan amendment, but no final decision was recorded in the minutes.

• Held public hearing for Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277 (Rockchild Landing)

Special Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board will consider approving the expropriation and advance payments to landowners for a statutory right-of-way needed to maintain the Falcon Ridge Water System. The meeting will then close to the public to discuss personnel and labour relations.

• Vote on approving authority resolution for expropriation and advance payments for Falcon Ridge Water System SRW
• Advance payment notices to David Chapman and Penny Chapman dated March 29, 2023
• Certificates of approval and vesting notice for 7971 Falcon Ridge
• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(a) and (c) for personal information and labour relations

The Regional District of Central Okanagan approved an expropriation notice dated March 30, 2023, for the Flacon Ridge Water System. The Board authorized the Corporate Officer to sign necessary certificates, notify owners, and make advance payments.

• Approved expropriation for Flacon Ridge Water System (CARRIED)
• Adopted the April 13, 2023 Special Board meeting agenda (CARRIED)
• Closed meeting to the public to discuss personnel and labour relations (CARRIED)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will hold a strategic priority setting session to develop the 2022-2026 Regional Board's strategic priorities. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda and minutes from March 9, 2023, and a motion to close the meeting for confidential discussions on preliminary service negotiations and provincial government negotiations.

• Strategic Priority Setting Session for 2022-2026 Regional Board
• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter sections 90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b) for confidential negotiations

The Committee adopted the meeting agenda and the March 9, 2023 minutes. Allan Neilson of Neilson Strategies presented an outline for a strategic priority setting process. The meeting then moved to a closed session to discuss personnel, land, litigation, and municipal services.

• Adopted April 13, 2023 meeting agenda (Carried)
• Adopted March 9, 2023 Committee of the Whole minutes (Carried)
• Approved motion to close meeting to the public for discussions on labour relations, land, litigation, and municipal services (Carried)

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee will hold a strategic priority setting session to develop 2022-2026 priorities for Central Okanagan Electoral Areas. They will also receive an update on FireSmart Program activities and be informed about upcoming updates to the Building Bylaw, Development Application Fees and Charges Bylaw, and Development Application Procedures Bylaw. The meeting includes adoption of the February 23, 2023 minutes.

• Strategic Priority Setting Session for 2022-2026 priorities
• FireSmart Program update
• Building Bylaw draft 1482 update
• Development Application Procedures Bylaw draft 1527 update
• Fees and Charges Bylaw draft 1483 update

The Committee held a strategic priority setting session to identify community needs and goals for the 2022-2026 Regional Board Strategic Priorities. Members also received informational updates on the FireSmart program and various bylaw updates. No new bylaws or funding contracts were approved.

• Adopted February 23, 2023, meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received FireSmart Program Update presentation for information (Carried)
• Received Community Services Department Bylaw Updates Report for information (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider adopting the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan bylaw, along with several property-related items including a development variance permit, an Agricultural Land Commission referral, and a covenant discharge. The board will also vote on appointing bylaw enforcement officers and approving director attendance at 2023 conferences. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel, legal, and negotiation matters.

• 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw adoption
• Development Variance Permit VP-22-10 for 6730 Marbella Loop (stairway setback projection)
• Agricultural Land Commission referral A-22-04 for 5705 Upper Booth Road North (subdivision into two lots)
• Covenant discharge for Lot 4 Lakeshore Road (DP-22-30)
• Appointment of Bylaw Enforcement Officer and Dog Control Officers

The Regional Board adopted the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1525. Other actions included approving a subdivision application for 5705 Upper Booth Road North and appointing two bylaw enforcement officers.

• Adopted 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No. 1525
• Approved Development Variance Permit VP-22-10 for 6730 Marbella Loop
• Approved subdivision application A-22-04 for 5705 Upper Booth Road North
• Supported discharge of covenant W45466 for Lot 4 Lakeshore Road
• Appointed Denise Relke as Bylaw Enforcement Officer I and Anthony Bast as Dog Control Officer I
• Approved conference registration and expenses for Directors Kraft, Carson, Dyas, and Chairperson Wooldridge
• Adopted March 16, 2023 Regular Board meeting minutes

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board will consider adopting its 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw, along with 17 new capital bylaws and 4 amendments for hospital projects. The board will also discuss amending the financial plan to include funding for the Rutland Urgent & Primary Care Centre. The meeting includes routine adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.

• 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw (CORHD BL1-2023) for adoption
• 17 new capital bylaws (No. 288-304) for hospital facilities
• 4 capital bylaw amendments (No. 257, 268, 271, 278) for increased project spending
• Rutland Urgent & Primary Care Centre (UPCC) funding amendment to financial plan

The Board approved the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan and adopted 17 new capital expenditure bylaws and 4 capital expenditure amendment bylaws. Additionally, the Board approved funding for the Rutland Urgent & Primary Care Centre project.

• Adopted 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan Bylaw No.1-2023 (Carried)
• Adopted 17 Capital Expenditure Bylaws (No. 288-2023 through No. 304-2023) (Carried)
• Adopted 4 Capital Expenditure Amendment Bylaws (No. 257-2023, 268-2023, 271-2023, and 278-2023) (Carried)
• Approved $1,681,600 for the Rutland Urgent & Primary Care Centre project (Carried)
• Adopted March 30, 2023 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted March 16, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider approving the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan, which sets tax rates and service funding. They will also vote on a rezoning application for Rockchild Landing on Westside Road, a development variance permit for 2223 Westside Road, and adoption of a zoning bylaw for 491 Killarney Way. Other items include reviewing soil regulation options and establishing a Planning Advisory Committee.

• 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan presented for approval, including tax rates and capital plans
• Rockchild Landing OCP and zoning amendment (Bylaw No. 1274-13 and 871-277) for District Lot 4501 on Westside Road
• Development Variance Permit (VP-22-05) for 2223 Westside Road to reduce front yard setback
• Adoption of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276 for 491 Killarney Way to permit a secondary suite
• Soil regulation options review for management of soil and fill placement

The Regional Board approved the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan and authorized the preparation of a corresponding bylaw. The Board also advanced several zoning and land-use items, including a development variance for Westside Road and the adoption of a zoning amendment for Killarney Way.

• Approved 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan (Carried; Director Cannan opposed)
• Approved Development Variance Permit VP-22-05 for 2223 Westside Road to reduce front setback to 2.29m
• Gave first reading to OCP Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-13 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-277 for Rockchild Landing
• Adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276 for 491 Killarney Way
• Adopted Advisory Planning Commission Repeal Bylaw No. 1523 and approved Planning Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Requested staff prepare a soil removal & deposit bylaw and a draft soil management plan
• Authorized letter of support for BC Transit ICIP applications for Hardy Transit Centre and Hollywood Road facility
• Scheduled Public Hearing for April 20, 2023, regarding Rockchild Landing amendments

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, then will receive a presentation from Interior Health Authority regarding its 2023/24 capital funding request. The board will also review the draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan. The meeting will close to the public to discuss preliminary negotiations and confidential information.

• Interior Health Authority delegation to present 2023/24 capital funding request
• Draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan presented for review
• Motion to close meeting under Community Charter s.90(1)(k) and 90(2)(b)

The Regional Hospital District Board approved the 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan. As part of this approval, the Board requested that staff increase the tax requisition for the plan from 3% to 5%.

• Approved 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan as amended
• Requested staff increase tax requisition for 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan from 3% to 5% (Director Carson opposed)
• Directed staff to prepare the 2023-2027 Five Year Financial Plan bylaw
• Received Interior Health Capital Funding Request 2023/24 for information
• Adopted March 16, 2023 meeting agenda
• Adopted January 19, 2023 inaugural statutory meeting minutes

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to develop the Strategic Priorities of the 2022-2026 Regional Board, based on a staff report and a letter from the Board of Directors. The meeting will also adopt the agenda and the minutes from the January 12, 2023 meeting. After the open session, the committee will move to a closed session to discuss labour relations, land acquisition/disposition, litigation, and municipal service negotiations.

• Strategic Priority Setting Session (10 minutes) with attachments: Strategic Priority Setting Session.pdf and Board of Directors Letter March 7 2023.pdf
• Adoption of January 12, 2023 Committee of the Whole minutes
• Motion to close meeting to public under Community Charter sections 90(1)(c), (e), (g), (k)

The Committee of the Whole met to review a presentation on regional district operations from Neilson Strategies. The meeting included a closed session to discuss labor relations, land matters, litigation, and municipal service negotiations.

• Adopted the March 9, 2023 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted the March 9, 2023 minutes (Carried)
• Approved closing the meeting to the public to discuss labor, land, litigation, and municipal services (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider discharging a restrictive covenant on a property at 5705 Upper Booth Road North, support a disaster risk reduction grant application, approve advisory committee terms of reference, and review Q4 2022 purchase commitments over $100,000. The meeting also includes correspondence on Indigenous rights and a motion to close the meeting for a confidential discussion.

• Covenant discharge for 5705 Upper Booth Road North (East Electoral Area)
• UBCM Disaster Risk Reduction Grant application for climate action
• Establishment of Environment & Climate and Economic Development advisory committees
• Report on purchase commitments over $100k during Q4 2022
• Correspondence on DRIPA Article 5 from Westbank First Nation

The Regional Board approved a grant application for climate adaptation and disaster risk planning. They also supported a covenant discharge for a property on Upper Booth Road and updated bylaws for the Economic Development Commission.

• Supported $150,000 UBCM Disaster Risk Reduction – Climate Adaptation grant application
• Approved discharge of covenant KP44326 for 5705 Upper Booth Road
• Approved Terms of Reference for the Environment & Climate Advisory Committee
• Adopted Economic Development Commission Amendment Bylaw No. 1526, 2023
• Approved Terms of Reference for the Central Okanagan Economic Development Advisory Committee
• Received report on purchase commitments exceeding $100,000 for Q4 2022

Electoral Area Services Committee

The Electoral Area Services Committee is meeting to receive a B.C. Transit update on service enhancements and funding applications, review the committee's own terms of reference, discuss a draft terms of reference for the Planning Advisory Committee, and review correspondence with the Ministry of Municipal Affairs regarding the North Westside Governance and Services Study. The meeting also includes election of chair and vice chair.

• B.C. Transit update on service enhancements and ICIP funding applications
• Review of Electoral Area Services Committee terms of reference
• Review of draft Planning Advisory Committee terms of reference
• Correspondence with Ministry of Municipal Affairs on North Westside boundary review

The Electoral Area Services Committee recommended that the Regional Board support funding for transit facility refurbishments and a new O&M facility. The committee also proposed revisions to the Planning Advisory Committee's membership and recommended a joint study on North Westside governance.

• Elected Director Carson as Chair (Carried)
• Elected Director Kraft as Vice Chair (Carried)
• Recommended Regional Board provide letters of support for ICIP applications for Hardy Transit Centre refurbishment and Hollywood Road Transit O&M Facility planning (Carried)
• Recommended Regional Board revise Planning Advisory Committee membership to seven voting members, including a syilx/Okanagan representative and residents from each Electoral Area (Carried)
• Recommended Regional Board authorize Chairperson to engage with Regional District of North Okanagan regarding North Westside governance and services study (Carried)
• Recommended Regional Board authorize Chairperson to request funding from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs for a joint North Westside governance cost study (Carried)

Westside Wastewater Service Standing Committee

The Westside Wastewater Service Standing Committee is meeting to receive updates on the Source Control program, discuss flow splitting and financial analysis for wastewater collection and treatment, and review the draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and routine procedural items.

• Source Control - 2022 Update presentation
• Flow Splitting Revision and Financial Analysis with 2022 Summary Report
• Westside Wastewater Service 2023-2027 Financial Plan draft update with appendix
• Adoption of January 25, 2023 meeting minutes

The Committee reviewed updates on wastewater source control and flow splitting financial analysis. It approved a draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan with requested amendments to be presented to the Regional Board on March 16, 2023.

• Adopted February 22, 2023 agenda (Carried)
• Adopted January 25, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Received Source Control – 2022 Update for information (Carried)
• Received Flow Splitting Revision and Financial Analysis for information (Carried)
• Received draft Westside Wastewater Service 2023-2027 Financial Plan and requested staff incorporate amendments for March 16 Regional Board meeting (Carried)

Public Hearing

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is holding a public hearing to consider rezoning 491 Killarney Way from RU5 Small Lot Country Residential to RU5s Small Lot Country Residential (Secondary Suite) to permit a secondary suite. No decision will be made at the hearing; the Regional Board will consider the bylaw at a later regular meeting. Public comments were accepted until February 9, 2023.

• Rezoning application Z22-05 for 491 Killarney Way
• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276
• Change from RU5 to RU5s zoning to allow secondary suite
• Public hearing held February 16, 2023, 6-9 PM at Woodhaven Board Room, 1450 K.L.O. Road, Kelowna

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held a public hearing to consider rezoning 491 Killarney Way from RU5 Small Lot Country Residential to RU5s Small Lot Country Residential (Secondary Suite). The minutes record the presentation of the application and the closing of the hearing, but do not record a final vote or decision.

• Closed public hearing for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276 (491 Killarney Way)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider second and third reading of a zoning amendment for 491 Killarney Way, following a public hearing. They will also review the draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan, including tax rates and capital projects, and discuss a letter from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs regarding the North Westside governance study. The meeting includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes.

• Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276 for 491 Killarney Way - second and third reading
• 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan draft update with appendices on tax rates, capital plan, and reserves
• Public comment opportunity on the Five-Year Financial Plan
• Correspondence: North Westside Governance and Services Study boundary review letter from Ministry of Municipal Affairs
• Resolution to schedule a Regular Board Meeting on February 23, 2023

The Regional Board approved a $57,600 grant application for fire department equipment and training. It also authorized specific budget reductions for community parks, the Killiney Community Hall, and the North Westside Fire Department. A proposal to review dog license fee increases was defeated.

• Approved $57,600 grant application for Volunteer and Composite Fire Departments Equipment and Training (Carried)
• Approved Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276 for 491 Killarney Way (Carried)
• Reduced Westside Community Parks capital reserve transfer by $60,000 (Carried)
• Reduced Killiney Community Hall operating expenditures by $16,000 (Carried)
• Reduced North Westside Fire Department capital reserve transfer by $60,000 (Carried)
• Denied request for staff to review dog license fees for potential increases (Defeated)
• Adopted February 2, 2023 Regular Board Meeting minutes (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to review and discuss several items, including the draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan, an update on the transition to Next Generation 9-1-1, and potential expansion of curbside organics collection. The board will also consider a telecommunications tower, a temporary use permit, and a zoning amendment. This is a regular meeting with both informational updates and decision items.

• Draft 2023-2027 Five-Year Financial Plan presented for review
• E-Comm 9-1-1 / Next Generation NG9-1-1 update
• Telecommunications tower proposal by Rogers Communications at 2411 Westside Place
• Temporary Use Permit for Myra Canyon Lodge, 4675 June Springs Road
• Zoning amendment for secondary suite at 491 Killarney Way

The Regional Board approved a temporary use permit for four short-term rental suites at Myra Canyon Lodge subject to several building and safety conditions. The Board also authorized a $40,000 grant to the Friends of Fintry Provincial Park Society and approved a telecommunications facility for Rogers Communications Inc.

• Approved Temporary Use Permit (TUP-22-03) for four short-term rental suites at 4675 June Springs Road
• Approved $40,000 grant-in-aid to Friends of Fintry Provincial Park Society for 2023
• Approved concurrence for Rogers Communications Inc. to construct a wireless facility at 2411 Westside Place
• Approved first reading of Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-276 for 491 Killarney Way and set public hearing for Feb 16, 2023
• Authorized Chair to oppose Recycle BC's proposed elimination of local depots and cost shifts to local governments
• Authorized Chair to advocate for Next Generation 9-1-1 funding and escalation of provincial emergency response services
• Approved implementation of a regional curbside co-mingled food and yard waste collection program
• Directed staff to review the 2023-2027 Financial Plan to find options to reduce tax requisition increases

Westside Wastewater Service Standing Committee

The Westside Wastewater Service Standing Committee is meeting to review the draft 2023-2027 financial plan for the wastewater service, receive an update on odour monitoring near the treatment plant, and consider a request from the District of Peachland to waive development cost charges for a proposed seniors' housing project. The committee will also elect a chair and vice-chair and adopt previous minutes.

• Draft 2023-2027 Westside Wastewater Service Financial Plan presented for review
• Odour monitoring update and follow-up mitigation assessment for the Regional Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Request from District of Peachland to waive RDCO Development Cost Charges for a proposed Seniors' Housing project
• Executive summary of National Water and Wastewater Benchmarking Initiative presented
• Election of chair and vice-chair

The committee approved its 2023 leadership and agreed in principle to the draft 2023-2027 Financial Plan, which includes increased reserve transfers for 2030 projects. Members also deferred a request to waive development cost charges for a seniors' housing project in Peachland.

• Elected Gord Milsom as Chair for 2023 (Carried)
• Elected Patrick Van Minsel as Vice Chair for 2023 (Carried)
• Received Regional Westside Wastewater Treatment Plan Odour Monitoring Report (Carried)
• Agreed in principle to the draft Westside Wastewater Service 2023-2027 Financial Plan (Carried)
• Scheduled additional committee meeting for February 22, 2023 (Carried)
• Received verbal report on National Water and Wastewater Benchmarking Initiative (Carried)
• Deferred request from District of Peachland to waive RDCO Development Cost Charges for a proposed Seniors’ Housing project (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider several items, including the financial implications of adding five backup generators to the Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates water systems. They will also review supplemental information on two soil or fill use applications on Anderson Road, establish advisory committees and a new Board of Variance, and appoint bylaw enforcement officers.

• North Westside Water System Generators – financial implications for 5 backup generators
• Supplemental report on ALC Soil or Fill Use Applications A-22-06 and A-22-07 at 5760 and 5630 Anderson Road
• Establishment of Planning Advisory Committee and Agricultural Advisory Committee terms of reference
• New Board of Variance Bylaw No. 1515, 2023
• Appointment of RDCO Bylaw Enforcement Officers

The Regional Board refused two Agricultural Land Commission applications for properties on Anderson Road and adopted a new Board of Variance Bylaw. The Board also appointed two employees as Bylaw Officers and deferred the Planning Advisory Committee terms of reference.

• Denied ALC soil or fill use applications for 5760 and 5630 Anderson Road
• Adopted Board of Variance Bylaw No. 1515, 2023
• Approved Terms of Reference for the Agricultural Advisory Committee
• Deferred Planning Advisory Committee terms of reference and Repeal Bylaw No. 1523, 2023
• Appointed Lisa Graham and Logan Gagnon as Bylaw Officers
• Directed development of a Board Policy on gas tax fund apportionment
• Referred Peachland Seniors Support Society DCC correspondence to Westside Wastewater Service committee

Regional Hospital District Board Inaugural Statutory Meeting

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board holds its inaugural statutory meeting for 2023. The board will elect a chair and vice chair, adopt the agenda and previous minutes, and receive two information reports: an Interior Health overview and project update, and the auditor's audit planning report for 2022.

• Election of Board Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of September 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Interior Health Overview & Project Update Report (30 min presentation)
• BDO Canada LLP Audit Planning Report for year ended December 31, 2022

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board held its inaugural statutory meeting to elect leadership and receive reports. The Board acclaimed its Chair and Vice-Chair and accepted reports from Interior Health and BDO for information.

• Acclaimed Director L. Wooldridge as Chair
• Acclaimed Director G. Milsom as Vice-Chair
• Adopted the January 19, 2023 meeting agenda
• Adopted the September 8, 2022 meeting minutes
• Received Interior Health Overview & Project Update report for information
• Received BDO’s Audit Planning Report for the year ended December 31, 2022 for information

Committee of the Whole

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the results of the 2022 citizen survey, receive an update on the White Rock Lake wildfire recovery transition, and discuss strategic priority planning. The agenda includes three substantive items, all for discussion rather than final decisions.

• Review of RDCO 2022 Citizen Survey results
• Update on Whiterock Lake Recovery Transition Report
• Discussion of Regional Board Strategic Priority Planning

The Committee of the Whole received three reports for information regarding a citizen survey, the White Rock Lake recovery transition, and strategic priority planning. No policy changes or funding approvals were decided during the meeting.

• Received RDCO Citizen Survey for information (Carried, Director Carson opposed)
• Received White Rock Lake Recovery Plan Update for information (Carried)
• Received Regional Board Strategic Priority Planning report for information (Carried)

Regular Board Meeting

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board is meeting to consider several items, including renewing a sole-source GIS agreement with Esri Canada, appointing members to a new wastewater committee, and amending fees and charges for multiple water systems. The board will also consider adopting a new Water Systems Regulation Bylaw. One item on generators was withdrawn by staff.

• Renewal of sole-source agreement with Esri Canada for GIS program (3-year term starting Feb 2023)
• Appointment of members to Westside Wastewater Service Standing Committee
• Water System Fees and Charges Bylaw amendments for Killiney Beach, Falcon Ridge, Sunset Ranch, Dietrich, Westshore Estates, Upper Fintry et al
• New Water Systems Regulation Bylaw (BL1513)
• Item on North Westside Water System generators withdrawn by staff

The Regional Board approved fee and charge amendments for six specific water systems and adopted a new Water Systems Regulation Bylaw. The Board also renewed a GIS software agreement and appointed members to a wastewater committee.

• Approved $151,180 three-year sole-source agreement with Esri Canada (Carried)
• Appointed G. Milsom, J. Coble, P. Van Minsel, and S. Johnston to Westside Wastewater Standing Committee (Carried)
• Adopted Killiney Beach Water System Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1517, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted Falcon Ridge Water System Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1518, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted Sunset Ranch Water System Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1519, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted Dietrich Water System Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1520, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted Westshore Estates Water System Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1521, 2023 (Carried)
• Adopted Upper Fintry, Shalal Road and Valley of the Sun Water System Fees & Charges Amendment Bylaw No. 1522, 2023 and Water Systems Regulation Bylaw No. 1513, 2023 (Carried)