RDNO Confirms $4.5M Silverhawk Sewer Acquisition Still Unfinalized After Two Years
Negotiations continue as residents face wastewater bills of $1,300 to $1,500 a year, far above neighbouring municipalities, according to the Silver Star Property Owners Association.
- The Regional District of North Okanagan continues ongoing negotiations with Silverhawk Utilities Inc. to potentially acquire the sewer system at SilverStar Mountain Resort, with no finalized agreement as of June 2.
- Elector approval for the project was secured through an Alternative Approval Process that concluded on Nov. 20, 2023, authorizing the RDNO to borrow up to $4.5 million for the utility purchase.
- Silver Star Property Owners Association members report annual wastewater costs between $1,300 and $1,500, significantly higher than the $400 to $500 paid by neighboring municipalities, with one resident noting a 36 per cent increase since 2023.
- Vernon-Lumby MLA Harwinder Sandhu introduced a motion in the Legislative Assembly May 25, calling on the government to support residents relying on private wastewater facilities and emphasizing the need for accountability.
- While no definite timelines exist for the acquisition, the RDNO maintains its commitment to keeping the community informed, with "further updates will be provided as additional information becomes available.
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