Summerland and Water

It seems to me that the issue of WATER continues to be of utmost importance when people talk about growth or development in Summerland. This topic deserves further investigation and maybe some thoughtful discussion and this is what this blog is all about.

Currently there are two separate parcel taxes which will be taking effect over the next year or two in Summerland, and both of these pertain to our water system. As a community, we are also in the midst of a Dam Expansion Project and our Council is considering a second source of water from Okanagan Lake. A feasability study has just been contracted for this.

System separation, ground water utilization, a second treatment plant...... the list goes on and on.

And this doesn't even begin to address how Summerland fits into the bigger picture of the Okanagan Water Basin.

How Climate change will affect the valley's water sources is another factor to consider.

These topics will be the focus of this blog. Watch for information from a variety of sources and lots of food for thought.