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He also said event planners were ignored by council.

Two residents who said they lived downtown were concerned with the homelessness situation.

And two 18-year-olds cast their ballots for the first time Saturday morning.

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For a full list of where to vote, visit our website.

Polls are open until 8 p.m. in the Central Okanagan.

carli.berry@kelownacapnews.com
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