Regional District News Fortis Electricity is blaming the BC Utilities Commission for the conservation rate structure that has caused a lot of concern to RDOS power consumers. Fortis Area Supervisor Bob Gibney says the utility company did not ask for that rate structure they had just asked for an increase. Gibney told Regional District directors Thursday that […]
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Do you believe in Earth Hour?
Pledge to switch off Join the Earth Hour fun by pledging to switch off non-essential lights and electronics for one hour on Saturday, March 23, starting at 8:30pm. If you also make a commitment to complete an energy saving action, you’ll be entered to win an energy efficiency retrofit for your home worth up to […]
Was Penticton Hospital announcement … just politics?
The NDP’s Health critic Mike Farnworth says the Premier’s announcement to begin the rebuilding process for Penticton’s aging hospital lacks a few important details. Farnworth says Premier Christy Clark neglected to include any real money or a specific timeline. Calling it, “pure electioneering”, Farnworth says we need to have a comprehensive facilities plan, capital plan, […]
Transportation issues in South Okanagan
Robert Linttell speaking at Road 13 Estate Winery on SOCC transportation issues Shuttle service to Kelowna Airport: He says there is consensus that a bus service would help bring tourists and visitors to our area. A business plan is to be prepared by an accredited third party providing stakeholders and the various municipal and district government key information. Linttell […]
