With snow packs, and the springtime rain coming into the year, West Kelowna city council plans to address the drainage problems within the city.
Areas that are in need of storm drain maintenance include Glenrosa, Shannon Lake, and Kinsmen Park. West Kelownasa国际传媒檚 budget for maintenance throughout the city is around the $250,000 mark, but council plans to add an extra $100,000 to the proposed 2019 budget to address the issues.
Allen Fillion, general manager of engineering and public works for the city, said the additional funds will be put to good and quick use.
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Fillion said they will have no issues finding where to spend the money, but will need to be smart about getting the biggest bang for their buck.
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The city has not yet given a direct purpose to the additional money, West Kelowna councilsa国际传媒檚 proposed tax increase from 3.0 to 3.8 will have a direct impact on the upgrades the city can do to the affected areas.
The areas around Glenrosa, Shannon Lake, and Kinsmen part are just a few examples of places in West Kelowna that have seen some of the biggest damage from water damage, snowpacks, rain, and flooding.
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West Kelowna council is set to pass the proposed budget in February.
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