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About: Wayne
Wayne has been the elected representative for Central Okanagan West since November 2014. Wayne, wife Michelle and their two Old English Mastiffs Rufus & Indiana are long-time residents of Killiney Beach in the North Westside area of Westside Road.
Recent Posts by Wayne
Information session September 28
The White Rock Lake wildfire impacted communities in the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area. As part of the RDCO's efforts to support residents in recovery, this eNewsletter will provide details on community recovery activities as new information becomes available.
Information session September...
Open burning permits start October 1
September 27, 2021
Open burning permits start October 1
Starting this Friday, open burning permits will be available for eligible Central Okanagan property owners from their local fire service.
Those meeting the requirements of local fire protection bylaws are eligible to receive a permit. If necessary, each fire jurisdiction enforces its own bylaw regulations.
Qualifying...
Household Bulky Items Collection extended for North Westside residents
Household Bulky Items Collection extended for North Westside residents
North Westside Road residents within the Central Okanagan will have a longer window of opportunity to dispose of unwanted bulky items this fall.
The Bulky Item collection event is held twice a year, once in spring and again in fall, at the North Westside Road...
Campfire ban ends in most Central Okanagan fire areas
Campfire ban ends in most Central Okanagan fire areas
Effective immediately, the ban on campfires has been lifted in most Central Okanagan areas. Campfires are not permitted at any time within the City of Kelowna.
The ban on campfires within most local government fire jurisdictions in the Central Okanagan has been in place since...
Final two RDCO parks reopen and propane BBQ’s – Killiney Beach Park
Final two RDCO parks reopen and propane BBQ’s
As seasonal weather conditions return, the region’s fire hazard has decreased. In light of this, two RDCO parks that were closed as to assist those fighting the Mt. Law and White Rock Lake wildfires are once again open.
Visitors are welcome again at Coldham Regional...
Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) Annual Convention – Online 2021
- The Honourable Murray Sinclair, Former Chief Commissioner Truth and Reconciliation Commission
- The Honourable Murray Rankin, Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation
- Andrea Reimer, Founder & Principal, Tawâw Strategies
- Chair John Jack, Alberni-Clayoquot Regional District...
RDCO extends Stage 2 outdoor watering
RDCO extends Stage 2 outdoor watering
Due to the Okanagan’s extreme drought conditions, the Regional District of Central Okanagan is keeping its water systems on a Stage 2 outdoor irrigation program.
The Star Place/Dietrich, Falcon Ridge, Sunset Ranch, Upper Fintry-Shalal Road-Valley of the Sun and Westshore Estates systems have been at Stage 2...
Fridge/Freezer Disposal Update for North Westside Residents
Fridge/Freezer Disposal Update for North Westside Residents
For North Westside Road residents affected by the White Rock Lake Wildfire, please be advised that booking curbside collection of fridges and freezer will end at noon on Thursday, September 16th. All affected residents that have not had their fridge or freezer collected should call...
Westshore Estates Water Quality Advisory removed
Westshore Estates Water Quality Advisory removed
After consulting with Interior Health, the Regional District of Central Okanagan has rescinded a Water Quality Advisory for customers of the Westshore Estates water system in the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area.
The precautionary advisory affecting approximately 289 properties has been in place since August 9...
Partial water fee relief due to wildfire
Partial water fee relief due to wildfire
The Regional Board has agreed to provide some partial water fee relief for customers of three systems impacted by White Rock Lake wildfire evacuations. The Board will consider adopting proposed amendments to the fees and charges bylaws for the Killiney Beach, Westshore Estates and Upper...
Killiney Beach water system pressure fluctuation
Killiney Beach water system pressure fluctuation
Engineering staff from the Regional District of Central Okanagan continue efforts to repair the Killiney Beach water system. Engineering Services manager Travis Kendel says we recognize the inconvenience this is causing for residents and appreciate their patience, support and understanding as we move as quickly as...
Castanet – White Rock Lake wildfire: a timeline from start to its control
Timeline of fire's wrath
Few people outside a handful in the Douglas Lake Ranch area were worried about a new fire when it started on July 13. The White Rock Lake wildfire would go on to scorch more than 83,000 hectares and destroy...Alerts, State of Local Emergency Rescinded for White Rock Lake Wildfire
Central Okanagan, B.C. — Sept 07 2021@1:43pm - The Regional District of Central Okanagan has rescinded the remaining Evacuation Alerts for the White Rock Lake wildfire, as well as the State of Local Emergency which has been in effect since July 30, 2021.
With the removal of the final Evacuation Alert order, for...
Upper Fintry Water Quality Advisory Removed
Upper Fintry Water Quality Advisory Removed
After consulting with Interior Health, the Regional District of Central Okanagan has rescinded a Water Quality Advisory for customers of the Upper Fintry, Shalal Road, Valley of the Sun water system in the Central Okanagan West Electoral Area.
The precautionary advisory affecting approximately 147 properties has...
Clean up recovery work and wildlife attractants
Clean up recovery work and wildlife attractants
Central Okanagan, B.C. — Monday, September 6, 2021@12:14pm - As clean up begins for many residents in...
Evacuation Orders rescinded for Bouleau Lake Road
News release No. 63 — Central Okanagan, B.C. — Sept 05 2021@6:29pm - Evacuation Orders have been rescinded for 18 properties on Bouleau Lake Road, which will remain on Evacuation Alert until further notice.
Properties in Estamont, Ewings Landing, Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates also remain under Evacuation Alert until further notice due to...
Update Including Water Access for Killiney Water Customers, Westside Road and Evacuation Orders
News Release No. 62 Central Okanagan, B.C. — Sunday, September 5, 2021 - 2:00pm - For residents who currently have a Do Not Consume Notice for the Killiney Water System, a self-serve water filling station has been set up at the corner of Westside Road and Firwood Road. This water is from the...
White Rock Lake Wildfire recovery update
News release No. 61 — Central Okanagan, B.C. — Saturday, September 4, 2021 - 1:05pm -
Regional District of Central Okanagan staff were on site Thursday and Friday to greet residents and staff provided more than 750 Returning Home Information...
White Rock Lake wildfire: ‘This is our community,’ says Westside director
Communication the No. 1 complaint RDCO director heard from constituents - Sep. 4, 2021 3:00 p.m.
Our community suffered a huge loss on the evening of Aug. 15 and the early morning hours of Aug. 16. Seventy-eight of our friends and neighbours lost...
News Release: North Westside Transfer Station Open Daily
News Release: September 03, 2021
North Westside Transfer Station Open Daily As residents return home after the White Rock Lake Wildfire, the North Westside Road transfer station will be open daily from 8am until noon starting Saturday, September 4 until the end of the month. The extended hours are designed to give residents additional...White Rock Lake Wildfire status update – Held / Evacuation Alerts removed from Caesars Landing to Fintry
Central Okanagan, B.C. — Eighteen properties on Bouleau Lake Road remain under Evacuation Order and properties from Estamont, Ewings Landing, Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates remain under Evacuation Alert due to the White Rock Lake wildfire. No change to this status is expected over the weekend.
Emergency Support Services at 1480 Sutherland Avenue...
White Rock Lake Evacuation Orders Rescinded
News Release No. 57 Central Okanagan, B.C. — In consultation with BC Wildfire and Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Central Okanagan Emergency Operations advises that the Evacuation Orders for Ewings Landing, Killiney Beach and Westshore Estates neighbourhoods have been rescinded and downgraded to Evacuation Alerts.
Residents re-entering the area must enter from the...
Do Not Consume Notice for Killiney Water System
211027 - RDCO Release: We have completed the engineering assessment of the entire water system and work is underway to address the recommendations. The Do Not Consume Advisory continues to be in effect as boiling the water will not make the water safe to drink.
The assessment recommendations include:
- Additional chlorination dosing -...
Residents begin returning to Valley of the Sun / MOTI Email
Email received from MOTI per my request for information from their office on the state of Westside Road
September 02 2021 - Erik Lachmuth is the top guy at MOTI's Vernon office with authority over Westside Road through OKIB and North Westside. MOTI does NOT have authority over the evacuation order,...