Projects and Initiatives
The District of West Kelowna is rapidly evolving from a rural to an urban community.
West Kelowna must balance its rural roots, protecting farmland and the environment, with the growing demand for the provision of advanced urban services.
In order to ensure a well planned approach to growth, Council has established its 2010 Strategic Priorities, outlining Infrastructure and Growth Management as its primary and secondary goals.
Infrastructure: Capital Projects
The District's aim is to provide infrastructure, including roads, water, sewer, storm drainage and sidewalks, to meet the immediate and long-term needs of West Kelowna in a comprehensive, methodical and cost-effective manner.
To meet this goal, the District is in the midst of an ambitious program to extend sanitary sewer services, rehabilitate aging roads and extend sidewalks and pedestrian pathways within the Municipality's transportation network.
Growth Management: Planning Projects
To ensure growth follows best land use practices, the Municipality has embarked on a number of comprehensive studies, which will map out future road networks, parks and recreational needs, conservation and quality delivery of water, preservation of agricultural land and a number of other initiatives.
Official Community Plan Review
The District of West Kelowna is in the final stages of preparing a draft Official Community Plan (OCP) based on consultation in 2009 and 2010.
The end result will be a visionary plan that will help propel the community forward, reflecting changes in legislative requirements and the input received during our initial public consultation.
The OCP will be completed in Fall 2010, subject to final public input and Council adoption.
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The District of West Kelowna's Parks & Recreation Master Plan 2010 was undertaken to establish a vision based on the community's stated recreational needs and values.
The Plan provides direction and guidance for management of parks and recreation facilities, infrastructure, resources, programs and investment in District amenities over a 10-year horizon.
Council approved the plan at its July 20, 2010 Committee of the Whole Meeting.
Stormwater Management Plan
The management of stormwater is a key component in protecting quality of life, property and aquatic systems.
While West Kelowna rests within a semiarid climate zone, seasonal rains occur, as does the occasional torrential downpour, making stormwater management an important component of the Municipality's infrastructure.
The Master Stormwater Management Plan will provide a clear picture in applying land use management tools and best management practices to protect property and aquatic habitat, while accommodating land development and population growth.
Join consultants, staff and community members to share your vision, concerns and ideas on the management of this valuable resource.
Master Transportation Plan
The District of West Kelowna is in the process of developing a Draft Master Transportation Plan.
District staff and consultants are working with Council and the public to create a vision for West Kelowna’s transportation system as it relates to all travel modes, including walking, cycling, driving and transit.
The Plan will establish a guide for management and improvements to this system for the next 20 years.
For more information visit www.gowestkelowna.ca.