Chief Jonathan Kruger said Tuesday afternoon that Boonstock promoter Colin Kobza has met with the band council and confirmed that a $200,000 bond covering extra policing costs for this weekend’s event has been paid by the festival. Kruger said that answered council’s main concern. “That’s the major concern of the band – the safety of […]
Archives for 2014
August 9th
Hopkin not to run again in Penticton
This message is to inform you that I will not be seeking re-election in the fall, and will instead be attending law school at the University of Toronto. As my program begins before my term is completed I will be resigning my position on Council effective August 8th. I will provide a more formal, though […]
Grind pile in Oliver – Less fruit?
Thank you to the community for taking an interest in our operations. Officially we are merely clearing a backlog of old bins that are beyond repair. They have no cash value and chipping is the cheapest and most environmentally friendly disposal method. We have an ongoing bin repair program and are also updating the inventory […]
Boonstock to remain dry – no appeal allowed
From Ray Tetzel, A/Deputy General Manager, Compliance and Enforcement Division, Liquor Control and Licensing Branch “The Liquor Control and Licensing Branch works hard to help each festival in B.C. – major or minor – have a successful liquor application while ensuring they still have the resources in place to protect the safety of festival goers. […]
Fewer apples? End of an era?
Press for larger Photos including banner by Roger Richardson at BC Tree Fruits in Osoyoos