It is time for the proposed rural aquatic centre, (Times Chronicle September 28, 2022) to face a reality check. A capital cost estimate of $54 million plus a projected $612,000 annual operating deficit should turn on some serious alarm bells.
Almost seven years ago the idea of a regional recreation centre was born in a joint council meeting with Oliver and Osoyoos. The OIB and RDOS came on board to initiate a feasibility study.
Affordability, cost sharing and grant funding are big hurdles facing the South Okanagan aquatic centre concept.
Consultants have unveiled the long-awaited feasibility study for the South Okanagan aquatic centre.
Consultants have unveiled the long-awaited feasibility study for the South Okanagan aquatic centre.
“Mainly it’s a very costly project and remains so even after it is built.”
The core program (phase 1) is estimated at $27 million.
A draft report will soon outline the functions and cost of an indoor aquatic centre in the South Okanagan.
Dale Boyd Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) and the Towns of...