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South East Kelowna Irrigation District, 1920-2018.
It is with sadness we announce the demise of a local pioneer. Born from the necessity of water to develop land, local pioneers used ingenuity to harness the mountain lakes, using gravity.
Communities throughout the Okanagan were built on these engineering feats, and almost a quarter of the land area governed by the City of Kelowna has been serviced by SEKID.
As the demographics of the community changed from farmers to retirees, so too did the demands on the system.
In the late 1960s, the irrigation districts qualified for senior government funding. But alas, times change.
Even though in 98 years no health issue has been attributed to water in the district, Interior Health rightfully said to improve water quality.
The Agricultural Land Commission said no development. And the province said no funding. The locally elected board asked ratepayers if they could borrow $20 million for a fully engineered plan to address water quality. But, residents said no.
A few more engineering studies, and the “correct” solution was found. Residents will actually pay more for the project they didn’t want, and rejected previously.
The final blow came by the stroke of a pen in Victoria, however the demise was caused by apathy amongst landowners.
Predeceased by many supporters, including Tom and Rose Carter, Ken Day, Alan Borrett, Vic Koenig, Maurice Baulne. The district is fortunate to have many dedicated employees, who have now moved over to the Mother Ship. May their sense of community endure.
David Stirling, Kelowna
