Mark Pendergraft recognized for long public service
Mark Pendergraft, the current chair of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS), has been recognized for his 20 years of public service.
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Osoyoos to apply for FireSmart coordinator funding
Following the lead of other municipalities, like Oliver, Osoyoos is looking to hire a FireSmart Coordinator contingent on being awarded a grant through the the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM).
Osoyoos treads carefully on water plant grants
After assurances from senior staff that the action wouldn’t jeopardize future grant applications, Osoyoos council has agreed to apply for a $7 million provincial grant toward the planned water treatment plant.
Oliver pushes for four minister meetings at UBCM
Oliver is pushing for minister meetings on topics such as the Airport Land Grant and answers on funding for travelling health care workers.
RDOS ponders cost recovery from insurance companies
The board of the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) appears ready to join numerous municipalities across B.C. in pursuing “cost recovery fees” from insurance companies when fire departments are called out to structure fires.
Regional approach to risk needs individual funding
Oliver will still take a regional approach to Hazard, Risk, and Vulnerabilities Assessment (HRVA), but the province says the town must apply for funding individually.
Revised Oliver Airport land usage could include housing
Oliver is taking the first steps in a bid to better utilize the Oliver Airport land as it aims to increase revenue generating potential which could include dorms, offices or even housing.
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Efforts ongoing to foster constructive public discourse
Osoyoos is resubmitting its resolution aimed at legislative reform countering defamatory and malicious accusations against municipal leaders and to ensure a safe and harassment free work environment for staff.
Osoyoos joins RDOS-led application for Tiger Dam grant
Osoyoos council has voted unanimously to join an effort by a group of municipalities led by the Region District to apply for grant funding to acquire two fully equipped Tiger Dam trailers for emergency flood mitigation.
Town seeks grant funding for emergency planning
Osoyoos council has unanimously approved an administration request for permission to seek provincial funding to assess the town’s readiness to face emergencies.
Town looking to set up OFD with equipment and training
Lockers, radios, and more training are a few things the town is looking to get for the Oliver Fire Department.
Oliver applying for $5 million for flood mitigation
Oliver is applying for $5 million in provincial funding to mitigate future floods that stem from Wolf Cub Creek.
Oliver seeking UBCM meeting with tourism minister
Oliver is seeking an audience with the Minister of Tourism as one of its requests for the upcoming...
RDOS seeks grant for EOC equipment and training
Emergency operations in the South Okanagan may soon be getting more money for equipment and training.
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Mitigation efforts complicated along Wolfcub Creek
Oliver’s work to mitigate the risk of flooding around Wolfcub Creek has become more complicated and requires more money.
Oliver seeking policies to support active transportation
Oliver is seeking more funding to ensure specific policies support and advance active transportation in the town.
The Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) offers a $20,000 grant for Active Transportation Planning for local governments.
CAO takes another go at explaining RMI funding
During his report to council, Rod Risling, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Osoyoos sought to once again clarify the issue of funding that the town receives via the Resort Municipality Initiative (RMI).
Osoyoos receives $1.7M in flood protection funding
Osoyoos will be receiving $1,688,768 in provincial funding as part of an initiative to help reduce risks from future disasters related to natural hazards and climate change.
Oliver voices heard at UBCM convention
Town of Oliver officials spoke loud and clear on several issues of concern at the Union of BC Municipalities convention.
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.
UBCM resolutions address crises
Some influential thumbs up were given to key resolutions last week to battle the health care crisis in B.C. Delegates at the Union of BC Municipalities convention voted on a number of resolutions.
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.
Knodel goes to bat for seniors at UBCM
Area C director Rick Knodel is taking his Louisville Slugger to the Union of BC Municipalities convention this fall to go to bat for seniors on fixed incomes.