May 2014 [PDF - 1.1 MB]
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May 2014 [PDF - 1.1 MB]
Monthly Newsletter – May 2014 WestJet charts a course for Report geese Penticton starting in October and nests to the region In a continued effort to control the Canada Goose population, the Okanagan Valley Goose Management Program has begun its annual egg addling program. Now in its eighth year, this program has prevented the exponential increase of the non-migratory resident goose population that inhabits the valley year round. The bags are packed and countdown is on: The City of Penticton is on its way after WestJet Encore announced today that a new non-stop Calgary and Penticton connection will begin in October. South Okanagan’s strong custom manufacturing sector serves the world, and its Canadian market is concentrated in northern Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The new eastern flight will reduce the time required to get to Calgary by at least two hours, making it faster for business travellers or oil-patch workers to return home. The Penticton Regional Airport (YYF) was selected by the Calgarybased airline as part of its regional carrier expansion program. Nonstop service on Bombardier Q400 Tourism operators and event NextGen planes will touch down in organizers have been consistent Penticton starting Oct. 26, 2014. in seeking direct flights between Calgary and Penticton for their Much of the economy of the customers. South Okanagan is tied to eastern destinations, and more efficient The City of Penticton is now connections to Alberta and central reaching out to South Okanagan Canada have been in demand stakeholders for contributions throughout the region. The toward this vital service. Street sweeping ongoing Public Works has commenced the annual street sweeping program including major arterial roads, collector roads and parking lots. alternated. This year, Public Works started the work at the north end. It began in April and takes three months to complete the entire City. Each year, the starting point for residential streets and lanes is For more information, please call 250 490-2500. penticton.ca The Okanagan Valley Goose Management program works to control the reproductive output of Canada geese, particularly in public spaces. Trained contractors identify mating pairs and nesting sites and will complete the addling program by the end of May. Most communities in the Okanagan Valley struggle with management of these nonmigratory Canada Geese. They adapted, thriving in the mild Okanagan climate. As a result, the number of geese has grown with few natural controls, creating a need to manage this population. Key to the success of the program is finding the new nests. The public is asked to assist by reporting lone geese, pairs of geese or nest locations on private or public land by emailing coordinator@ okanagangooseplan.com or calling 1-877-943-3209. The public is also asked to keep away from goose nests and to avoid touching the eggs. City of Penticton 171 Main St Penticton, BC V2A 5A9 P: 250-490-2400 F: 250-490-2402 E: [email protected] our vision Penticton is an innovative, adventurous waterfront City that focuses on sustainability, community and economic opportunity. Skaha Lake Fitness Park open Council Highlights A special park bench proposed for Rotary Park by the Penticton Historic Automobile Society was approved, to honour Peach City Beach Cruise event and its founder Ken Paton. Your workout could be moving gym is accessible and designed for outdoors, after the Skaha Lake people of all fitness levels. Fitness Park officially opened for The equipment is eco-friendly public use. and powered by users. Equipment A new outdoor fitness park was includes a warm-up station, air installed beside the sport courts in strider, double leg press, combo Skaha Lake Park, featuring special press and pull, sit-up bench and exercise equipment that can accessible multi-gym. simulate your favourite workout Combined with the walking paths right by the waterfront. and stunning lake views, the park Funded in part by the Government offers community members a great of Canada’s New Horizons for way to stay in shape and increase Seniors Program, the new outdoor their quality of life. Spotlight: Box Office Graphics It is often the lifestyle that draws business people to Penticton. That was the case for Doug Howard and Linda Downey, who visited the area and decided to move their Ontariobased business to Penticton in 2013. Located in the 100 block of Main Street, Box Office Graphics produces labels onto rigid containers. They design and create the products needed to print on plastics. They also purchased the local Summit Screenprinting Supplies – a complementary business that provides the supplies like specialty ink needed for their businesses. Their secret to success? Focusing on the basics: connecting with customers, expanding product availability, improving service and online presences and expanding the markets. Welcome to the new look The City of Penticton is rolling out a easier to read. Keep an eye out for new look in the newsletter to make City Page advertising to come. it easier for you to identify materials We always welcome your feedback! from the municipality. Call 250-490-2583 and let us know Larger fonts will be used to make it what you think. penticton.ca UBCO Capstone Group 21 student consulting team provided three key solutions to attracting new residents: increase awareness of opportunities in Penticton, attract French-speaking population and subsidize housing and carriage houses Council recommended to the Liquor Control and Licensing Branch that the Sun Country Lanes’ liquor application be approved. A zoning variance for 186 Lakeside Ct. was approved to reduce the front yard setback from six metres to 3.4 metres to accommodate a new carport and deck. Storefront uses along the newly revitalized Martin Street were considered. An expansion of the program would allow businesses to use flex spaces in front of their building. The proposed bylaw was sent to the Downtown Revitalization Select Committee for review. Meet your Council MAYOR Garry Litke COUNCILLORS Wes Hopkin Andrew Jakubeit Helena Konanz Katie Robinson Judy Sentes John Vassilaki City of Penticton 171 Main St Penticton, BC V2A 5A9 P: 250-490-2400 F: 250-490-2402 E: [email protected]