Councillor McKenzie inquired about the status of a current fire situation in Lake Country. Mayor Ireland responded that the OKGN Market experienced a fire which was now extinguished.
Councillor Irvine announced that she had a great time at SILGA and learned a lot, especially related to fire. She noted that it would be good to see a second egress completed for Sunburn hill (Clearwater Subdivision) and expressed that an Emergency Plan needs to be a priority for the District .
Councillor Brett commented that SILGA was a very useful event and she also learned a lot about fire. She noted good connections were made and she learned from other communities. She thanked the community for the opportunity to attend the event.
Councillor Patel echoed everyone's sentiments regarding SILGA noting he did not attend last year so it was good to be there this year. He announced that all 3 District of Lake Country resolutions were passed. And also remarked that Mayor Ireland celebrated his birthday at SILGA.
Councillor Reed thanked Mario Piroddi of BCO Canada and his team for the audit. She announced that the Carr's Landing Community & Recreation Association will meet on May 22 at 7 pm with a presentation by Oceola Fish & Game Club. She thanked staff for the community bulletin last month and thanked those who participated in the OCP Open House on April 18th that Councillor Lewis and Mayor Ireland attended. She mentioned the pedestrian crossing painting on Woodsdale Road are worn out and inquired if line painting would be taking place soon, if so, could staff priorities the Woodsdale area.
Councillor Lewis agreed that SILGA was great and thanked staff for the additional items on the Council Agenda tonight.
Mayor Ireland agreed with Councillor Lewis's mention of the additional items on the Council Agenda noting a lot of work has been done in response to Council's requests. He recognized the requirements for more work in preparing for the new housing legislation. He continued, announcing he also had a great time at SILGA where there were many good discussions. He thanked Kamloops for hosting the event. The Mayor attended the Okanagan Basin Water Board (OBWB) Stewardship Council today where they discussed 4 year priorities, including drought and working with the agricultural community. He thanked the District's water department and Council noting the District is miles ahead in conversations with farmers. He concluded by thanking staff and Council for all the hard work on tonight's meeting.