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City of Kelowna drawing public input for water plan

Residents can share their thoughts on the draft plan through an online survey before June 30 and attend an information session on June 20
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The City of Kelowna's Water Security and Responsibility Plan takes a more holistic approach to how the city manages water use, protection, and distribution. Photo | Black Press Media files

Public feedback is needed for the city’s first water security and responsibility plan.

"Water is a vital resource that connects us all through drinking, sanitation, agriculture, recreation, industry, the natural environment and more," said Kevin Van Vliet, utility services department manager.

The strategy takes a more holistic approach to how the city manages water use, protection, and distribution. 

"The Okanagan Lake and our surrounding water play an important role in our lives and we need to take measures to protect our water for future generations,” Van Vilet added.

Residents can share their thoughts on the draft plan through an online survey before June 30 and attend an information session on June 20.

The plan is expected to be completed by the end of 2024, and align with the city’s climate action plan, infrastructure plan, and the official community plan.


Feedback received on the draft plan, vision, and guiding principles will influence the final document and ensure that the community’s values, concerns, and aspirations are understood. 

To read the draft Water Security and Responsibility Plan and learn more about public engagement opportunities, please visit getinvolved.kelowna.ca.
 



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