Oliver raises the price of ‘additional’ irrigation water
How much should it cost to increase the amount of irrigation water you take from the Ditch canal?
Tag: Rick Knodel
RDOS memorial display pays tribute to Rick Knodel
A memorial display at the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) office in Penticton was recently created paying tribute to Rick Knodel, former Electoral Area “C” director who died unexpectantly on Jan. 7, 2025.
Rick Knodel mourned by South Okanagan
Rural Oliver representative Rick Knodel died from health complications this morning, leaving friends and colleagues in shock and sadness.
Surprise co-op closure surrounded by mystery
It looks like provincial help might be on the way for Okanagan tree fruit growers faced with the prospect of having nowhere to ship the crop that will start coming off the trees later this month.
Roots and Fruits Expo delights once again
Community spirit was very much in evidence yesterday at the annual Roots and Fruits Expo which took place on stunningly sunny day at the Oliver Community Park delighting adults and children alike.
Major upgrades to Oliver and District Arena begin
Construction has begun on the Oliver and District Arena Rehabilitation project, with the 56 year old facility getting major upgrades, the Town of Oliver and the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) announced today.
RDOS planning to implement universal water metering
The Regional District of the Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) will begin the process of implementing universal water metering in all water systems they own and manage.
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Knodel addresses inequities in OTA costs
The Oliver Tourism Association’s (OTA) budget presentation sparked debate over what percentage of the budget the Regional District of the Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) Area C should be paying for Oliver Tourism.
Be Careful How You Read the Crime Stats
Oliver has seen an uptick in over-all crime stats, but for the most part the numbers are small. If you go from one stolen bike to two that represents a 100 per cent increase. I urge everyone to keep that in mind.
Board feels for elderly father
Regional directors couldn’t say no to a temporary use permit application involving a 90-year-old man living in a trailer.
Regional directors want enhanced safety
Osoyoos Mayor Sue McKortoff and Area C director Rick Knodel are fighting for the same thing – improved safety for pedestrians and cyclists. Both directors on the regional board recently made requests to the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) to help bring added safety to their respective areas.
Noise control bylaw finally gets three readings
After seemingly unending debate, the regional district’s Noise Control Bylaw has received three readings.
Area C director Knodel takes concerns to UBCM
Property tax relief and reducing the burden on rural fire departments are top of mind for Area C director Rick Knodel. That’s why he brought these issues to the UBCM convention recently.
Concerns stall noise bylaw
Regional directors aren’t prepared to give their blessing to the new noise control bylaw until field tests are conducted.
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Knodel not running? That’s balderdash, he says
Area C director Rick Knodel is scratching his head wondering where anyone got the idea that he wasn’t seeking re-election this fall.
Regional directors deny small animal sanctuary
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) has said no to a zoning amendment application in Willowbrook to allow an animal sanctuary consisting of eight livestock.
RDOS directors support local chef’s venture
Regional directors chose not to support a staff recommendation that would have stymied a local chef’s business venture located between Osoyoos and Oliver.
RDOS planner suggests a second story solution
By Lyonel Doherty, Times Chronicle Regional district staff have recommended that an agricultural ...
Animal sanctuary raises concern in Willowbrook
The regional district has deferred an application for a zoning amendment in Willowbrook after a director raised concerns about a so-called animal sanctuary on Johnson Crescent.
Board revisits chipping, air quality
Although the future of the region’s agricultural wood waste chipping program is uncertain, it will continue for the remainder of the year. That’s what the regional district board decided last week as it pondered creating a special air quality service.
New rail kiosks highlight KVR
New trail kiosks north and south of Oliver have been installed to highlight rail history and biodiversity.
Regional directors debate noise bylaw
Not all regional directors are happy to adopt a noise bylaw that can use a decibel meter to...
Regional district approves UBCM requests
Homeowner grant increases and traffic calming measures are two of several issues that the regional district wants to discuss at the Union of BC Municipalities convention this fall. The board recently approved seven minister meeting requests.