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West Central Okanagan Electoral Area public meetings in 2022

40 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 15, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider 2022-2026 financial plan amendment and borrowing

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider several items, including adopting an amendment to the 2022-2026 Financial Plan that authorizes borrowing from the Municipal Finance Authority. The Board will also receive updates on the Regional Agricultural Strategy, financial planning highlights for the 2023-2027 plan, and orientation modules on communications and reconciliation. Additionally, they will consider extending the Local Services Agreement with Westbank First Nation to December 2023.

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✓ Decided: Board approves $501,250 loan for marine rescue unit

The Regional District of Central Okanagan adopted an amendment to the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw and authorized borrowing for emergency equipment. The Board also approved an amendment to the Local Services Agreement with Westbank First Nation.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Dec 1, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider two large soil-fill applications on Anderson Road

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider amending its 2022-2026 financial plan, review purchase commitments over $100,000, and discuss the 2023-2027 financial planning timeline. It will also vote on two Agricultural Land Commission referrals to allow large soil-fill placements on Anderson Road properties, a development variance permit on Houghton Road, and changes to East Sewer Systems fees. The meeting includes orientation modules and external committee appointments.

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✓ Decided: Board approves financial plan amendments and sewer bylaw updates

The Regional Board approved several capital and operating budget adjustments to the 2022-2026 Financial Plan. It also adopted an amendment to the Central Okanagan East Sewer Systems Bylaw and approved a development variance permit for a building width reduction. Two soil and fill applications were conditionally supported pending professional topographical reports.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Nov 24, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider fees bylaw, water agreement, and 2023 meeting schedule

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider adopting a fees and charges bylaw for the Ellison Heritage Community Centre, a five-year bulk water supply agreement renewal for the Falcon Ridge Water System, and the 2023 board meeting schedule. The board will also appoint bylaw enforcement officers, establish 2022-2026 committees, and receive orientation on regional governance and parks services. The meeting will close to the public to discuss labour relations.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts fees bylaw for Ellison Heritage Community Centre

The Regional Board approved a new user fees and charges framework and adopted Bylaw No. 1512 for the Ellison Heritage Community Centre. The Board also renewed a bulk water supply agreement for the Falcon Ridge Water System and established committees for the 2022-2026 term.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Nov 10, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regional Board Inaugural Statutory Meeting

Regional board inaugural statutory meeting, procedural only

This is the inaugural statutory meeting of the West Central Okanagan Electoral Area regional board. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

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✓ Decided: Director Wooldridge acclaimed as Chair of the Regional District of Central Okanagan

The Regional Board held its inaugural statutory meeting to swear in directors and elect leadership. Director Wooldridge was acclaimed as Chair and Director Milsom as Vice-Chair. The Board also received an orientation framework and discussed ambulance service reductions in Kelowna.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Oct 13, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider new information management bylaw and wastewater fee adjustments

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider adopting a new Information Management Bylaw, adjust development cost charges for wastewater projects, and receive a presentation on the Lower Mission Creek habitat restoration plan. The board will also appoint a new Director of Financial Services and receive correspondence from Friends of Fintry.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts information management bylaw and wastewater cost charge bylaws

The board gave three readings and adopted Information Management Bylaw No. 1507, 2022. It also adopted two development cost charge bylaws: Westside Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Bylaw No. 1505, 2022 and East Trunk Development Cost Charge Bylaw No. 1506, 2022. The board received the Mission Creek Restoration Initiative's Lower Mission Creek Habitat Conservation and Restoration Plan for information. It also heard from the Friends of Fintry society and directed staff to gather more information on funding options for that group.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Public Hearing

Public hearing on rezoning 944 Bear Creek Road for future subdivision

This is a public hearing for two proposed bylaws affecting 944 Bear Creek Road: an Official Community Plan amendment and a zoning amendment. The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will hear public comments but will not make a decision at this hearing. The proposal would rezone part of the property from Rural 1 (RU1) to Rural 2 (RU2) to allow future subdivision. The board will consider the bylaws at a later regular meeting.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held for Bear Creek Road OCP and zoning amendments

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held a public hearing on September 26, 2022, to consider amending the Rural Westside Official Community Plan and rezoning a portion of 944 Bear Creek Road from Rural 1 (RU1) to Rural 2 (RU2) for future subdivision. No correspondence was received by the deadline, and no questions were raised by the public. The hearing was closed without any decision made; the matter will proceed to the Regional Board for consideration.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Sep 26, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

✓ Decided: Board adopts OCP and zoning amendments for 944 Bear Creek Road

The board adopted Official Community Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1274-12 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-274 for 944 Bear Creek Road. It also gave readings and adopted Falcon Ridge Water Service Area Expansion Bylaw No. 1511, and conditionally supported an Agricultural Land Commission application for 4995 Trepanier Road while opposing another for 3811 Old Vernon Road. A one-year extension for a development permit at 2235 Westside Road was approved.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee

Committee weighs moving North Westside into North Okanagan regional district

The Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee is meeting to review a draft report on governance and service options, including a recommendation to study removing the north westside from the Central Okanagan and creating a separate electoral area in the Regional District of North Okanagan. The committee will also receive written submissions and discuss next steps.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends study to move north westside to North Okanagan regional district

The Committee voted to recommend that the Regional Board, with the Province and the Regional District of North Okanagan, pursue a further study on removing the north westside from Electoral Area West and the Regional District of Central Okanagan to create a separate electoral area within the Regional District of North Okanagan. The recommendation will be forwarded to the Regional Board for consideration at the September 26, 2022 meeting.

Killiney Beach Community Hall
Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

Hospital district board to hold closed session on land and services

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from June 27, 2022, then will close the meeting to the public to discuss land acquisition/disposition and negotiations for a municipal service. No other business is listed.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Sep 8, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

✓ Decided: Board adopts zoning bylaw for 775 Wood Road and advances fire service changes

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board adopted Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-275 for 775 Wood Road, gave three readings to fire protection service area amendments for Joe Rich and Ellison, and scheduled public hearings for OCP and zoning amendments at 944 Bear Creek Road. The board also appointed four bylaw enforcement officers and approved amendments to board remuneration and expense policies.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Public Hearing

Public hearing on zoning change to allow secondary suite at 775 Wood Road

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is holding a public hearing on Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-275 (Z22-03) to rezone 775 Wood Road from R1 to R1s, permitting a secondary suite in the single detached home. 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 August 19, 2022.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held for zoning amendment at 775 Wood Road

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held a public hearing on August 22, 2022, for Zoning Amendment Bylaw No. 871-275, which would rezone 775 Wood Road from R1 to R1s to allow a secondary suite for long-term rental. No members of the public or the applicant spoke, and no decision was made at the hearing; the bylaw will be considered at a future regular board meeting.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider zoning changes for three properties and report large purchases

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider zoning amendments for properties on Wood Road, Moody Crescent, and Bear Creek Road, including a possible OCP amendment. It will also review a development variance permit for a building height on Greystokes Road, receive an updated land acknowledgement, and hear a report on purchase commitments over $100,000 from the second quarter.

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✓ Decided: Board advances zoning changes for two properties, approves variance

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board adopted a zoning amendment for 530 Moody Crescent, gave first readings to OCP and zoning amendments for 944 Bear Creek Road pending a restrictive covenant, and approved a development variance permit for 12326 Greystokes Road to allow a taller accessory building. The board also received an updated land acknowledgement and a report on second-quarter purchase commitments over $100k.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider zoning changes, ALC referral, and budget amendments

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider several items, including zoning amendments for properties in Electoral Area West, an Agricultural Land Commission referral for a secondary residence in Electoral Area East, and budget amendments for parks repairs, curbside carts, and rescue radio maintenance. The board will also consider a new parks naming policy and a change to the 2022 meeting schedule. The meeting includes a public hearing for one zoning bylaw and a motion to close the meeting to the public for confidential discussions.

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✓ Decided: Board approves rezoning, funding shifts, and new parks policy

The Regional Board approved second and third reading of a zoning amendment for 530 Moody Crescent, gave first reading to a rezoning at 775 Wood Road and scheduled a public hearing, supported an Agricultural Land Commission application for 2624 Lakha Road, reallocated funds for Mission Creek Greenway flood repairs, approved a new parks naming policy, amended the financial plan for curbside carts and radio dispatch, and updated the meeting schedule. All motions carried unanimously.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Jul 25, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Public Hearing

Public hearing on zoning change to allow secondary suite at 530 Moody Crescent

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is holding a public hearing on Zoning Bylaw No. 871-273 (application Z22-01) to rezone 530 Moody Crescent from RU5 to RU5s, which would permit a secondary suite in the existing single detached home. The hearing is for public input only; no decision will be made at this meeting. The Regional Board will consider the bylaw at a regular meeting after the hearing closes.

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✓ Decided: Public hearing held for zoning change at 530 Moody Crescent; no decision made

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held a public hearing on July 25, 2022, to consider amending zoning at 530 Moody Crescent from RU5 to RU5s to allow a secondary suite. No members of the public spoke, and the applicant was not present. The hearing was closed without any decision; the bylaw will be considered at a later regular board meeting.

Woodhaven Board Room
Wed Jul 20, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee

✓ Decided: Committee reviews governance options and community input

The committee heard presentations on the governance and services study, reviewed key takeaways from four open houses, and discussed options for changes within or to the current local government structure. Detailed financial information on westside community parks and local water systems was reviewed. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural and informational.

Killiney Beach Community Hall
Thu Jul 14, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider $862K in grant applications, DCC inflation adjustments

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider several items, including three UBCM grant applications totaling $862,151 for engineering projects, inflationary adjustments to wastewater development cost charges, and a $153,545 grant for extreme heat risk mapping. The board will also review board remuneration and consider agreements for fire dispatch, rescue services, and BC Transit.

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✓ Decided: Board approves three UBCM grant applications totaling $862,151

The Regional Board approved three UBCM Strategic Priority Fund grant applications for asset management, solar, and wastewater roof projects. It also approved agreements for fire dispatch and rescue services, the 2022-23 BC Transit operating agreement, and first readings of two DCC bylaw amendments. A grant application for extreme heat risk mapping was supported, and board remuneration amendments were directed for preparation.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

✓ Decided: Hospital district board adopts 2021 audited financial statements and 20 capital bylaws

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board received and approved the 2021 audited financial statements, authorizing the Chair and CFO to sign them. The board also gave three readings to and adopted 20 capital expenditure bylaws (No. 267-286) for 2022. All motions were carried.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Jun 27, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to decide on 2021 financial statements and several land-use bylaws

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider adopting its 2021 financial statements and statement of financial information, along with several land-use bylaws and permits. They will also discuss a request for Recycle BC to take over curbside recycling, a budget amendment for a water system repair, and a grant application for park connections.

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✓ Decided: Temporary Use Permit for campground at 4690 Trepanier Road defeated

The Regional Board defeated a Temporary Use Permit application for a campground and outdoor storage facility at 4690 Trepanier Road. The board approved several other items, including financial statements, a Recycle BC agreement, and multiple land use bylaws. A zoning amendment for 530 Moody Crescent was given first reading and scheduled for a public hearing.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Jun 9, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to oppose expanded liquor service area at Lake Okanagan Resort

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will consider a staff recommendation to oppose a temporary expanded service area for the liquor license at Lake Okanagan Resort, based on non-support from West Kelowna RCMP and RDCO Fire Services. The board will also vote on renewing a three-year partnership agreement with the Gellatly Cemetery Trustees for Gellatly Heritage Park, and receive a report on an advocacy workshop series. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

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✓ Decided: Board supports temporary expanded liquor service area at Lake Okanagan Resort

The Regional Board voted to support the Liquor and Cannabis Regulation Branch referral for a temporary expanded service area for the Lake Okanagan Resort liquor license, after hearing from the Okanagan Beach Club owner and staff. The board also approved a three-year renewal of the Gellatly Heritage Park partnership agreement with the Gellatly Cemetery Trustees. A report on the Regional Board Advocacy Workshop Series was received for information. The meeting then closed to the public for in-camera discussions.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon May 30, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to decide on Recycle BC curbside recycling transition

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board will consider several items, including whether to advise Recycle BC to take over curbside recycling services in Electoral Areas starting April 30, 2026, and to authorize a letter agreeing to Recycle BC's requirements. The board will also vote on second and third readings for several land-use contract terminations and zoning amendments, adopt related bylaws, and receive updates on the poverty and housing strategies. Additionally, it will consider approving capital budget amendments for backup power installations at two water systems.

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✓ Decided: Board gives readings to land-use contract terminations at Westside Road and Alpine Road

The Regional Board gave second and third readings to bylaws terminating Land Use Contracts at 2751 Westside Road (Lake Okanagan Resort) and Alpine Road, and adopted termination bylaws for multiple properties at Shelter Cove/Timber Ridge and 3850 Westside Road. It also deferred decisions on the Recycle BC curbside recycling agreement and North Westside water back-up power reports to future meetings. Reports on poverty/wellness and housing strategy were received for information.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon May 30, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Public Hearing

Public hearing on terminating two land use contracts in West Central Okanagan

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is holding a public hearing to consider terminating two Land Use Contracts (LUC No. 249 on Alpine Road and LUC No. 225 at 2751 Westside Rd, Lake Okanagan Resort) and related amendments to the Rural Westside Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. No decisions will be made at the hearing; the Regional Board will consider the bylaws at a later regular meeting.

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✓ Decided: Public hearings held on two land use contract terminations

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held two public hearings on May 30, 2022, to consider terminating Land Use Contracts and amending the Rural Westside Official Community Plan and Zoning Bylaw. No decisions were made at the hearings; the bylaws will be considered at a subsequent regular board meeting. Public input was received on both proposals, including concerns about zoning and property rights.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu May 19, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee

✓ Decided: Committee reviews draft interim report on governance study

The committee reviewed the draft interim report and community engagement materials for the governance and services study. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational and procedural.

Killiney Beach Community Hall
Thu May 12, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to appoint election officers, adopt election bylaw for 2022 local election

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board will receive a spring emergency program update, appoint election officers and give readings to a new election bylaw for the 2022 general local election, and review purchase commitments over $100,000 from the first quarter of 2022. The board will also consider appointing a new bylaw enforcement officer, an award application for flood mitigation work, a Crown land referral for a trail system, and a development permit for the Sunset Ranch area. The meeting closes with a motion to go into a closed session to discuss personnel, labour relations, and litigation matters.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts election bylaw, appoints election officers for 2022

The Regional Board adopted Election and Assent Voting Bylaw No. 1503, 2022, and appointed election officers for the 2022 General Local Election. It also approved a development permit for Sunset Ranch, supported a Crown land tenure referral for trail rehabilitation, and received several reports. The meeting closed to the public for in-camera discussions.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider terminating Lake Okanagan Resort land-use contracts

The Regional Board will consider several land-use contract terminations and zoning amendments, including for the Lake Okanagan Resort, Shelter Cove, and Timber Ridge properties. It will also review renewals for temporary use permits (Kangaroo Creek Farm, Gonzo Music Festival), a lease renewal for a childcare centre at Woodhaven park, and a report on curbside recycling services. The meeting includes a request for provincial help removing an abandoned houseboat and a small grant for community open houses.

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✓ Decided: Board approves first readings for Lake Okanagan Resort rezoning

The Regional Board gave first reading to bylaws terminating a Land Use Contract and amending the OCP and zoning for the Lake Okanagan Resort properties, and scheduled a public hearing for May 30, 2022. The board also renewed a temporary use permit for Kangaroo Creek Farm, issued a permit for the Gonzo Music Festival, renewed a lease with The Clubhouse Childcare Centre, and approved a grant for community open houses.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Public Hearing

✓ Decided: Public hearings held on two land use contract terminations; no decisions made

The Regional District of Central Okanagan held two public hearings on April 25, 2022, to receive public input on proposed land use contract terminations and related zoning/OCP amendments. No decisions were made at the hearings; the bylaws will be considered by the Regional Board at a subsequent regular meeting. The first hearing concerned multiple properties at Shelter Cove and Timber Ridge (Z20-07), and the second concerned 3850 Westside Road (Z21-07).

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Apr 14, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

✓ Decided: Board advances Alpine Road rezoning, schedules public hearing

The Regional Board gave first reading to bylaws for a property on Alpine Road (RDCO File Z21/06), including an LUC termination, zoning amendment, and OCP amendment, and scheduled a public hearing for May 30, 2022. The board also conditionally supported several referrals, including a Crown land tenure for a non-motorized trail at Pincushion Mountain and a lease for the Brenda Renewables organic waste facility. A recycling services item was deferred to the next meeting.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to adopt 2022-2026 financial plan, SPCA contract, and multiple zoning changes

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider adoption of the 2022-2026 Financial Plan Bylaw, approve a contract with the BC SPCA for animal services, and decide on several zoning and development applications, including temporary farm worker housing and termination of land use contracts. The board will also hear a delegation from the BC SPCA and consider a grant request for a community event.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Public Hearing

Public hearing on OCP and zoning changes for 4410 June Springs Road

The Regional District of Central Okanagan is holding a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Official Community Plan Bylaw No.1304 and Zoning Bylaw No.871 for the property at 4410 June Springs Road in the Central Okanagan East Electoral Area. No decision will be made at the hearing; the bylaws will be considered by the Regional Board at a later regular meeting.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

Hospital district board to adopt 2022-2026 financial plan bylaw

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board is meeting to consider adopting its 2022-2026 financial plan. The agenda includes a final public comment opportunity on the plan, followed by a vote to give the financial plan bylaw three readings and adopt it. The meeting also includes routine adoption of the agenda and previous minutes.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 6:00 PM

Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee

Committee to elect chair, review governance study terms

This is the first meeting of the Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee. The committee will elect a chair and vice-chair, review its terms of reference, and discuss the purpose and process of a governance and services study, including a consultant's work plan. They will also review current service provision and the community engagement program.

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✓ Decided: Committee elects chair, adopts agenda for governance study

The Electoral Area West and North Westside Governance and Services Study Committee held its inaugural meeting, adopting its agenda and electing Scott Graham as Chair and Josh Galloway as Vice-Chair. The committee received presentations from consultants and Ministry staff on the study's purpose, process, local government in BC, current services, and community engagement plans. No substantive decisions were made beyond the election and agenda adoption; the next meeting is scheduled for May 2022.

Killiney Beach Community Hall
Thu Mar 17, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board reviews draft 2022-2026 financial plan and housing strategy update

The Regional District of Central Okanagan board is meeting to receive information on the draft 2022-2026 financial plan and a regional housing strategy update. The board will also adopt minutes from previous meetings and receive a report from the Okanagan Basin Water Board. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for information or adoption of routine documents.

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✓ Decided: Board receives 2022-2026 financial plan draft, housing strategy update

The Regional Board received for information the amended draft 2022-2026 Financial Plan and the Regional Housing Strategy update. No substantive decisions were made; items were received as information only. The financial plan will be considered for adoption at the March 28 meeting.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

✓ Decided: Board schedules public hearing for June Springs Road OCP and zoning amendments

The Regional Board scheduled a public hearing for March 28, 2022, on OCP Amendment Bylaw No.1304-04 and Zoning Amendment Bylaw No.871-270 for 4410 June Springs Road. The board also received reports on purchase commitments over $100k for Q4 2021, an E-Comm 911 update, and a library funding request. A motion was carried to direct staff to report on backup power options for Electoral Area West public water systems.

Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board Meeting

Hospital district board to review capital funding request and 2022-2026 financial plan

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board is meeting to receive a capital funding request from Interior Health Authority for fiscal years 2022/2026 and to review the draft 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan. The board will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the January 13, 2022 meeting. The financial plan is to be forwarded to the March 28, 2022 Regional Board meeting for final adoption.

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✓ Decided: Hospital district board receives 2022-2026 financial plan, forwards to regional board

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board received a draft 2022-2026 Five Year Financial Plan and voted to forward it to the March 28, 2022 Regional Board meeting for final adoption. The board also received a capital funding request presentation from Interior Health for the 2022/2026 fiscal year. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

Woodhaven Board Room
Fri Feb 25, 2022 · 2:00 PM

Westside Wastewater Treatment Service Stakeholder Select Committee

Committee to review Westside sewer financial plan and odour report

The Westside Wastewater Treatment Service Stakeholder Select Committee is meeting to receive updates on the National Water and Wastewater Benchmarking Initiative and 2021 odour monitoring, and to review the draft 2022-2026 financial plan for the Westside Sewer System. The committee will consider recommending the financial plan to the Regional District Board. The agenda is largely procedural, with no public hearings or major decisions listed.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Feb 17, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider new meeting procedures bylaw

The Regional Board of Central Okanagan is meeting to receive a report on an advocacy workshop series and to consider a new Board Procedures Bylaw No. 1501, 2022, which would replace the existing procedures bylaw. The board will vote on giving the bylaw readings and adopting it. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Board adopts new procedures bylaw after first, second, third reading

The Regional Board gave first, second and third reading to, and then adopted, RDCO Board Procedures Bylaw No. 1501, 2022. The only change from the draft reviewed on February 10 was the addition of a section on 'Notice of Motion'. The board also held the first of three advocacy workshops, led by consultant Martin Bell of Urban Systems.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Feb 10, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to consider allowing Okanagan Nation Alliance full voting at water board

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider several items, including a proposed change to Okanagan Basin Water Board voting rules, a recovery update on the White Rock Lake wildfire, and a request to support adding Beau Park properties to Okanagan Indian Band reserve lands. The board will also vote on adopting the agenda and minutes, receiving correspondence, approving conference attendance, revising the 2022 meeting schedule, and updating the board procedures bylaw. The meeting will close to the public to discuss a position appointment and labour relations.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Jan 27, 2022 · 9:00 AM

Audit Committee Meeting

Audit Committee to adopt minutes, then close meeting for labour relations

This is a procedural Audit Committee meeting. The committee will adopt the agenda and the minutes from February 22, 2021, then immediately move into a closed (in camera) session to discuss labour or employee relations matters under Section 90(1)(c) of the Community Charter. No other business is listed.

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Woodhaven Board Room
Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 7:00 PM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to approve $7.9M in financial plan amendments and two fire service agreements

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider several items, including approving amendments to the 2021-2025 Financial Plan totaling about $7.9 million for Q1 2022, and entering into fire service agreements with the City of Kelowna for two areas. The board will also receive an update on the Crime Stoppers program and adopt the previous meeting's minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves fire service agreements and $7.9M financial plan amendment

The Regional Board approved two fire service agreements with the City of Kelowna for the Lakeshore Road/June Spring Road and Country Rhodes Estates areas. It also approved a financial plan amendment totaling $7,901,942 for Q1 2022 carryovers and new projects. All motions were carried.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regular Board Meeting

Board to support farm worker housing referral to Agricultural Land Commission

The Regional District of Central Okanagan Board is meeting to consider several items, including a referral to the Agricultural Land Commission for temporary farm worker housing, authorization for staff to enforce specific bylaws, renewal of a Crown land tenure for two regional parks, and routine reports and appointments. The agenda includes standard procedural items like adoption of minutes and correspondence.

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✓ Decided: Board supports ALC application for temporary farm worker housing

The Regional Board voted to support an Agricultural Land Commission referral application (A-21-04) from S. Sundher Orchards Ltd. for temporary farm worker housing, conditional on the applicant later obtaining a zoning bylaw amendment. The board also authorized enforcement of several service bylaws, approved a 30-year Crown land tenure renewal for Antlers Beach and Hardy Falls Regional Parks, and confirmed 2022 committee appointments. All other items were received for information or were procedural.

Woodhaven Board Room
Thu Jan 13, 2022 · 8:30 AM

Regional Hospital District Board Inaugural Statutory Meeting

Hospital board to elect chair, consider capital bylaws for health projects

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board is holding its inaugural statutory meeting for 2022. The board will elect a chair and vice chair, adopt previous minutes, receive an audit planning report, and consider giving readings to two capital expenditure bylaws for health facility projects.

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✓ Decided: Regional Hospital District elects chair, vice-chair; adopts capital bylaws

The Central Okanagan Regional Hospital District Board held its inaugural statutory meeting, electing Director Wooldridge as Chair and Director Milsom as Vice-Chair by acclamation. The board adopted minutes from October 21, 2021, received BDO's Audit Planning Report for information, and gave three readings and adopted Capital Expenditure Bylaws No. 264 and No. 265 for the Outreach Urban Health and Regional Warehouse projects.

Woodhaven Board Room