Council Priorities
Council Priorities
2022-2026
Council priorities act as a compass, guiding how the City invests public dollars and delivers results. Shaped by community needs, priorities focus on addressing the most pressing challenges facing Kelowna.
Six priorities serve as our compass
From Crime & Safety, Homelessness, and Affordable Housing, to Transportation, Agriculture & Environment, and Economy, these six priorities help shape life in our city. Priorities come from listening to residents and turning concerns into action. They guide how we invest—whether it’s creating safer streets, building more housing, or improving transportation—so every dollar works toward making life better for our community.
Council PrioritieS REPORT
We're driving change with 25 actions
The Action Plan on Council Priorities provides a clear path from big ideas to measurable change. The plan charts 25 specific actions—from advocating for bail reform to improving traffic flow—and reports progress every six months. This pragmatic approach guides our City Budget, ensuring resources align with our most urgent priorities.
Action Plan
Our annual report card tracks progress
Each March, Council reviews an annual Progress Report—our report card on Council Priorities. This snapshot shows how we’re doing on key performance indicators for each priority. It’s a transparent way to measure results and keep the City accountable to the goals that matter most to our community.
Progress Report
See how priorities shape the City Budget
The 2026 budget marks the final year of the 2022–2026 Council term. At $1.1 billion, the budget keeps essential services running, makes smart investments in infrastructure, and ensures the City delivers on Council priorities. See what our budget delivers.
City Budget
What shapes priorities?
Council priorities aren’t permanent, they follow the four-year Council term. This means that every time a new Council is elected, priorities are refreshed to reflect the vision of the incoming Council and the needs of the community. Priorities are also aligned with other guiding plans and citizens voices.
Imagine Kelowna
Created with input from 4,000 residents, Imagine Kelowna is the shared vision for the city’s future. Council Priorities turn that vision into action by focusing on the most urgent needs today while keeping the long-term character of Kelowna in mind.
Citizen Survey
Every two years, the Citizen Survey gives residents a chance to share feedback on City services and spending. Council uses these insights to ensure priorities reflect what matters most to you—so decisions are grounded in real community voices.
Capital Plan
The 10-Year Capital Plan outlines major investments in transportation, parks, utilities, and more. Council Priorities help determine which projects move forward first, ensuring funding aligns with the most pressing needs.
RCMP Plan
The Kelowna RCMP 2024–2026 Strategic Plan sets the course for community safety, crime reduction, and collaborative policing. Council Priorities help guide enforcement strategies and resource allocation to address urgent safety concerns while supporting long-term public trust and well-being.
Transportation Master Plan
The 2040 Transportation Master Plan (TMP) looks 20 years ahead, planning for safer roads, better transit, and more options for walking and cycling. Council Priorities help turn that vision into reality by focusing resources on the most urgent transportation needs today.
Community Plan
The 2040 Official Community Plan (OCP) sets the course for housing, transportation, and development over the next 20 years. Council Priorities work hand-in-hand with the OCP, focusing resources on projects that support this long-term growth strategy while addressing immediate challenges.
