City of Kelowna takes over major water system
A financial and asset audit was completed to ensure City of Kelowna ratepayers do not take on any undue risk . It found the Glenmore Ellison operation is in a strong position.
Canada
Mar 13
23,000 Kelowna water customers to benefit from new agreement
The next step is for the province to consider an Order in Council and share information with local ratepayers, the City of Kelowna said.
Canada
Mar 15
Construction starts on Highway 97 pedestrian overpass in Kelowna
The $12 million project is being jointly funded between Ottawa, Victoria and the City of Kelowna. It is slated to open later this year.
Traffic
Mar 8
City of Kelowna, mayor being sued by developer of former RCMP site in downtown core
The plaintiff is seeking a variety of damages, including loss and delay of project profits and increased cost fees.
Canada
Feb 3
40 snow-related crashes, thousands of clearing kilometres logged: City of Kelowna
A heavy onslaught of snow on Wednesday meant Kelowna's winter fleet logged thousands of kilometres clearing area roads and Mounties were called to more fender benders.
Weather
Jan 18
Kelowna, B.C. city council approves 30% pay hike for councillors
The mayor's salary will increase to $145,000 from $126,497 while councillors will see their wages rise to $58,080, from $42,992 a year. Both are closer to other large B.C. cities.
Canada
Mar 25
West Kelowna city hall costs continue to climb
Once pegged at $18 million, the cost was set at $22.4 million in November 2023 and is now, just three months later, at $22.8 million.
Canada
Feb 27
Drones and robots to assist in Kelowna orchards
Reece said company's autonomous robots and drones will inspect local crops, providing near real-time data on plant health, infestations, soil moisture, and more.
Canada
Mar 6
Dismantling of crane will disrupt traffic in downtown Kelowna
From March 18-22, vehicle traffic between from Bernard Avenue between Bertram and St. Paul streets will be closed. Motorists are being advised to take alternative routes.
Traffic
Mar 17
Crime, safety, housing at top of city’s list, says mayor of Kelowna
The mayor delivered his annual state of the city speech on Thursday before a crowd of 300 people.
Canada
Feb 16
‘Unacceptable’: Kelowna council pay hike criticized by taxpayers federation
Kelowna city council's decision to usher in a pay raise for themselves while residents are "struggling" is unacceptable, says B.C.'s director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
Politics
Mar 26
Sports fields in Kelowna off-limits until spring maintenance completed
The city says all of its sports fields are currently closed and will remain so until they’ve been prepped for action.
Canada
Mar 16
Upgrades slated for lookout at Knox Mountain Park in Kelowna, B.C.
Construction will begin next week on upgrades at a lookout in Knox Mountain Park in Kelowna, B.C. The work will be undertaken in two phases over the coming year.
Canada
Mar 16
Okanagan developers say building conditions feel similar to ‘just before the big recession’
The rising costs of building materials and labour are just two of several conditions stymying development in the Okanagan, industry insiders say.
Canada
Mar 7
Modular units arrive for transitional housing site in Kelowna
The modular units, akin to those used in remote forestry or oil worksites, will receive an aesthetic wrap treatment to provide a cohesive look.
Canada
Mar 1
Tree of Heaven could be hellish to Okanagan fruit farmers
Despite its name, the popular Tree of Heaven may be hellish for Okanagan agriculture, according to the Regional District of Central Okanagan.
Canada
Mar 24
West Kelowna city councillor named BC United Party candidate for 2024 election
The BC United Party says Stephen Johnston will be its candidate in West Kelowna-Peachland for the province’s general election in October.
Canada
Feb 12
Looming construction of bike lane in Kelowna prompts launch of petition
The city plans to build a separated and protected bike path with patches of grass along it and even some trees.
Canada
Feb 27
Outdoor rink at Stuart Park to close Wednesday for season
Due to warm weather, the City of Kelwona says the popular rink will close on Feb. 21 at 11 a.m.
Canada
Feb 20
After 40 years of supporting families, Central Okanagan organization forced to close
"We're at a loss of why and what to do next," said Tim Ropchan, Childhood Connections executive director.
Canada
Mar 14