Thank you to everyone who attended the information meeting on Wednesday, January 15, 2025. Approximately 80 people attended in person and 47 joined online.
Click here to view the meeting recording or visit the RDOS YouTube channel.Click here to view the PowerPoint presentation.
For further information, please view the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below.
Two service area maps have been uploaded and are available under the Document Library tab on the right. The service area maps are also linked below:
Vintage Views Wastewater Service Area Map
Lakeshore Waterworks Service Area Map
Information about the assent voting process will also be posted on the respective sub-pages.
Assent Voting (Referendum)
RDOS staff will provide information about the assent voting (referendum) process.
Project Updates
Schedule of Steps in Acquisition Process
Board approval to proceed with the Utility Acquisition Process.
Status: Complete
Collection of background information and retaining of consultant.
Status: Complete
Preparation of communications plan and setup of project page on RDOS Regional Connections.
Status: Complete
- Completion of engineering and financial assessment for systems by consultant. Completion was delayed due to system complexity and additional information.
- Completion of financial, asset and liability assessment and staff capacity review. Completion was delayed due to system complexity and additional information.
Status: Complete
Presentation to the Regional District Board and release of information to the public.
Status: Complete
RDOS Service Establishment Bylaws readings
Public assent process initiated.
Based on the assent process results from property owners, the acquisition process will either continue or stop.
If property owners accept to proceed with the RDOS acquisition, transition plans will be prepared.
- Summer 2025: Commence official transfer of assets to the Regional District.
or
If the assent process declines acceptance to proceed with the acquisition of the two systems:
- Spring 2025: The acquisition process is stopped, and a letter of decline will be sent to the owner.
FAQ
- If the assent of voters is received, what does the rollout look like?
- If assent of voters is not received, what happens?
- If the RDOS assumes ownership of the system, when would residents see a tax increase due to system upgrade costs?
- I live in the service area but, am not connected to the wastewater system and have my own septic system. How will this process affect me?
- I own a vacant lot in the service area but reside in another province while I wait to be able to build. Will I be able to vote?
- How much will the current utility owner get as a selling price?
