Electoral Area "D" Services & Boundary Configuration Study
The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is undertaking an analysis in Electoral Area "D" communities on services and opinions on incorporation, as well as discussions on potential boundary configuration options in the Electoral Area. The purpose of the study is to conduct an analysis and work to develop and test potential municipal boundary configurations in Electoral Area "D".
Committee presentation to the Board (meeting of July 21, 2022)
Final Report and Appendices
Appendix I - Terms of Reference
Appendix III - Incorporation Insights Papers
Appendix IV - Overview Mailout
Appendix V - Open House Presentation
Appendix VI - Open House Handouts
Appendix VII - Open House Feedback Form
Appendix VIII - Open House Meetings Overview
Appendix IX - Boundary Options Survey
Appendix X - Boundary Options Overview
Committee conclusion and boundary recommendation
The RDOS Board of Directors is scheduled to review the boundary recommendation at its regular meeting on Thursday, July 21, 2022.
The Committee held its final meeting on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. After 19 meetings all open to the public, 14 Fact Sheet service summaries, three Incorporation Insight background papers, five Open House events, a panel discussion, and a survey mail-out to all properties in the Electoral Area and available online, public engagement for the Electoral Area “D” Boundary and Service Configuration Study is complete. The purpose of the study was to conduct an analysis to develop and test potential municipal boundary configurations.
The Committee is recommending the boundary for a future incorporation study include the communities of:
Okanagan Falls and neighbourhoods known as Sun Valley, Rolling Hills
- McLean Creek and certain properties just west of the community and east on Highway 97
- Eastside Road North and South (Heritage Hills, Lakeshore Highlands, Vintage Views, Golden Hills and Skaha Estates)
- East portion of Vaseux Lake
The Board will review the Committee’s recommendation and then vote whether to proceed with next steps in the process. If the Board supports the recommendation, the Province may choose to conduct an incorporation study before going to referendum. If the Board is not in favour, the process does not move ahead.
An interactive map is available. Enter your address to see if your property falls within or outside the recommended boundary.
Electoral Area "D" Services and Boundary Configuration Study Committee Meetings
These meetings are open to the public and include an open question and answer period at the end.
Final meeting: Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at 6:00 pm
The final meeting will continue to review the preliminary survey results and develop a recommendation to the Board of Directors on a proposed boundary for incorporation.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83357984785?pwd=y4ijKcy3htlntPX6nrr3R33tuOY-0_.1
Upcoming meeting: Wednesday, June 15, 2022 at 6:00 pm
View the Report: Boundary Overview - Technical Criteria and Options Rationale
The Boundary Options Survey is now closed.
Panel Discussion
Watch the recorded meeting held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 1:00 pm.
- Share your question using the Questions tool on this webpage
- Attend a committee meeting and ask the committee and consultants directly.
Open House events:
The RDOS, Electoral Area "D" Study Committee and study consultants held 5 Open House opportunities, each date focusing on a particular area or neighbourhood in Electoral Area "D".
February 16 - View the neighbourhood map. Feedback response for Skaha Estates and area
February 17 - View the neighbourhood map. Feedback response for Upper Carmi and area
February 23 - View the neighbourhood map. Feedback response for Eastside Road North (Lakeshore Highlands, Vintage Views, Heritage Hills)
February 24 - View the neighbourhood map. Feedback response for Vaseux Lake and area (Rolling Hills, Sun Valley)
February 26 - View the neighbourhood map. Feedback response for Okanagan Falls
Password for all events: RD@S
Meeting package for all events: Boundary and Configuration Study Open House Meeting Package
Committee meetings:
The Electoral Area "D" Services and Boundary Configuration Study Committee meets on the second Wednesday of every month from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. These meetings are open to the public for viewing and include an open question and answer period at the end.
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84121501039?pwd=eTMzSU5oY0RnOVd6STUwdWdKSmNvQT09
About the Committee:
A group of 10 citizens from Electoral Area "D" has been formed to guide a study looking into the Service and Boundary Configuration of Electoral Area "D". The committee's role is to be an objective fact-finding body. Ensuring that the study and engagement with the community is neutral and balanced.
The committee members include:
- Vi Creasy
- David Forst
- Kurt Hiebert
- Kerrie MacLean
- Myleen Mallach
- Kay Medland
- Phyllis Radchenko
- Matt Taylor (Chair)
- Eleanor Walker
Ex-officio Community members are Electoral Area "D" Director Ron Obirek and Alternate Director Jim D'Andrea.
Consultant:
On July 8, 2021, the RDOS Board of Directors approved the $90,000 contract to Allan Neilson of Neilson Strategies Inc. and Sherry Hurst of Leftside Partners Inc.
Allan Neilson comes with over 25 years of experience in British Columbia's local government system advising regional district and municipal leaders on matters of governance, service provision, local government policy, finance and community engagement.
Sherry Hurst has been advising local governments on governance, planning and service delivery for more than 20 years.
Background:
On March 24, 2021 the Minister of Municipal Affairs confirmed support in the amount of $80,000 to the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) to undertake an analysis in Electoral Area "D" communities on services and opinions on incorporation, as well as discussions on potential boundary configuration options in the Electoral Area.
The purpose of the study is to conduct an analysis of services, with public engagement in the RDOS Electoral Area "D" communities on services and opinions on incorporation, and work to develop and test potential municipal boundary configurations in Area "D".
Electoral Area "D" Services and Boundary Configuration Study committee meetings will be conducted online via Webex pending changes to COVID-19 restrictions.
Past studies:
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Potential Boundaries for Consideration
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkPotential Boundary Configurations for Consideration:
Read the Report: Overview and Technical Criteria and Options Rationale
Option A - Okanagan Falls
Option B - Okanagan Falls and Eastside Road
Option C - Okanagan Falls and Vaseux Lake
Option D - Okanagan Falls, Eastside Road, Vaseux Lake
Option E - Electoral Area D (all residential properties within the Electoral Area)
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Open House Feedback
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkThe RDOS hosted 5 open houses to discuss boundary and service configuration for different communities across Electoral Area D. Feedback from these events are available below.
February 16 - Feedback response for Skaha Estates and area
February 17 - Feedback response for Upper Carmi and areaFebruary 23 - Feedback response for Eastside Road North (Lakeshore Highlands, Vintage Views, Heritage Hills)
February 24 -Feedback response for Vaseux Lake and area (Rolling Hills, Sun Valley)
February 26 - Feedback response for Okanagan Falls
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Panel Discussion
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Panel Discussion
Saturday, March 5, 2022 at 1:00 pmHear from communities most recently incorporated, and others going through the process. You must register in advance to attend in-person due to limited seating. To register, email handerson@rdos.bc.ca Virtual participation is strongly encouraged.
Join the meeting virtually.
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Open House Events: Service and Boundary Configuration Study
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The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is undertaking an analysis in Electoral Area D communities on services and potential boundary configurations. The purpose of the study is to conduct an analysis and work to develop and test potential municipal boundary configurations in Electoral Area D.
The Electoral Area D Service and Boundary Configuration Study Committee, along with consultants, will be hosting a series of open house events to gather feedback from residents. Each open house will focus on separate communities within the Electoral Area D boundary, with an opportunity to discuss issues relevant to your community and learn about the services and governance that impact your area. Residents and property owners from any neighbourhood are welcome to attend any or all the open houses. The events are planned as hybrid meetings featuring electronic and in-person attendance. You must pre-register to attend in-person. COVID-19 protocols will be required for in-person attendance. In the event the in-person events are cancelled, the meetings will move to a virtual format via Webex.
Boundary and Configuration Study Open House Meeting Package
Neighbourhood focus
Date and time
Location of meeting
Eastside Road (Skaha Estates)
and areaWednesday, February 16, 2022
7:00 PMOkanagan Falls Elementary School
1141 Cedar Street, OK Falls
Join the meeting onlineUpper Carmi and area
Thursday, February 17, 2022
7:00 PMRDOS Boardroom
101 Martin Street, Penticton
Join the meeting onlineEastside Road N (Lakeshore Highlands,
Vintage Views, Heritage Hills)Wednesday, February 23, 2022
7:00 PMOkanagan Falls Elementary School
1141 Cedar Street, OK Falls
Join the meeting onlineVaseux Lake and area
(Rolling Hills, Sun Valley)Thursday, February 24, 2022
7:00 PMOkanagan Falls Elementary School
Join the meeting onlineOkanagan Falls and area
Saturday, February 26, 2022
1:00 PMOkanagan Falls Elementary School
1141 Cedar Street, OK Falls
Join the meeting online
Agendas and Minutes
Recordings of Meetings
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Special Meeting held May 4, 2022 to review and discuss potential boundary options for the Electoral Area D Boundary and Service Configuration study.
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The Electoral Area D Boundary and Service Configuration Study Committee, along with the RDOS and consultants, hosted a panel discussion featuring Mayors and CAOs of recently incorporated communities, and others further along in the incorporation study process than Electoral Area D.