I have written some of this story about my “crazy” Uncle, Roman Bird previously – but have since added quite a bit more. He was definitely one of the most unique and colourful characters in the little town of Oliver. Some of you may recognize the story of his unique house off of Bellevue Drive. […]
Archives for January 2021
Vaccinations completed in BC
“To date, 119,850 doses of COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in B.C., 3,193 of which are second doses. Immunization data is available on the COVID-19 dashboard: www.bccdc.ca “As a result of the limited supply of vaccine in the next two weeks, we will be delaying second doses until day 42, until we have assurance that vaccine […]
Costs to be high for new Summerland Aquatic Centre
Town of Oliver – council highlites
Grow Oliver – 2020 Summary Report – Denise Blashko, Grow Oliver Coordinator presented a summary report to Council for the September 11, 2020 – January 15, 2021 period. To date, 16 businesses have signed up to participate in the “Buy Local Campaign”. More promotion and awareness is necessary to build on this initiative. As part […]
Interior Health – covid 19 update
Three new deaths to report for a total of 62. o One additional death at Brocklehurst Gemstone in Kamloops. o One death connected to the outbreak at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops. o One death in the community/hospital. Outbreak declared over Outbreak at Williams Lake Seniors Village is declared over. There were two cases: one resident and […]
Dick Cannings MP will run again
I was honoured to be acclaimed as NDP candidate for South Okanagan-West Kootenay today! (Sunday) If the Liberals do call a spring election we’re ready!
Town of Oliver to consider 2021 operating budget
The proposed budget being presented to Council includes the third year of the 9% tax increase that is being allocated to Capital Works. During the 2020 budget deliberations, Council made the decision to eliminate the 9% tax increase for Covid-19 relief measures. The 9% tax increase equates to approximately $426k for use in 2021 Capital […]
Town of Osoyoos – to consider 2021 operating budget
2021 Budget and significant operating/capital changes: Operating Environment change: CPI (Consumer Price Index Vancouver) estimated increase 2.0%. TCPI (Transportation Consumer Price Index) increase 2.0%. Highlighted changes: Budget was presented to Council with a 3.15% increase to municipal Property Taxes. This is an increase of $82,521 in tax based revenue, new construction property […]