OLIVER – Increasingly busy rural roads that lead to some of B.C.’s best wineries are getting an $800,000 asphalt resurfacing, meaning smoother, safer rides, and easier access for everyone from locals to tourists to transport truck drivers.

Why this matters:

·         Timely resurfacing increases safety by reducing cracks and potholes while extending the life of the road at minimal costs.

·         Wineries are a major economic engine for the Okanagan, in both direct employment, and as a destination for agri-tourism. Improved roads provide better access for tourists.

·         Large delivery vehicles will have easier access to wineries when they’re making deliveries.

Quote:
“We spend millions of dollars inviting people to tour Okanagan wineries, and having smooth and safe roads is a simple way to improve their experience in our region. Tourism is one of our major industries. We invite people to our region for the experience and the memories. I want to help this industry ensure those memories are positive, and this project is one way to do that.” – Boundary-Similkameen MLA John Slater

Project details:

·         The contract is worth $832,321.

·         Peter’s Bros Construction of Penticton is the contractor.

·         Work begins immediately, and completion is expected by the end of October.

·         Roads being paved include portions of:

o        Tinhorn Creek Road

o        Road 8

o        Road 9

o        Road 11

o        Road 13

o        Road 18

Visit John’s website at www.johnslatermla.bc.ca