City of Kelowna spends snow removal budget

Kelowna is nearing the limit of its snow removal budget for this year.

So far, the city has spent $2 million of the $2.185 million set aside for 2022.

Boss’ report points to increasing budgetary pressures such as new road inventory, community demand, and material costs as some of the reasons.

Other challenges include maximum allowable hours per week governed by National Safety Regulations (same as truck drivers) rather than BC employment standards.

Working hours are limited to 70 hours per week, with a minimum of 36 hours of rest. This maximum allowable service will be an issue during extended winter storm events, such as the December 2021/January 2022 storm period, the report indicates.

Crews and contractors maintain 1,800 km of roads, 440 km of sidewalks, 390 km of bike lanes and 40 km of multi-purpose corridors throughout the city.

@Gary Barnes109
gary.barnes@kelownacapnews.com
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