Council Priorities

Council Priorities
2023-2026

Priorities are focused on what matters to Council and residents

Clear goals, measurable progress

During each four-year term, Council identifies priorities that guide the City’s business and spending decisions. Priorities allow us to quickly address what's important to residents and tackle significant concerns in our community. We then report progress through our action and progress reports.

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Council has set seven priorities, each with performance measures to track our progress. Priorities are reflected in our City Budget.

Crime & Safety

Reduce property crime and make our public spaces safer.

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Affordable Housing

Increase housing supply and affordable housing units.

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Homelessness

Increase shelter and transitional spaces to decrease unhoused population.

See Progress

Transportation

Decrease congestion and encourage active transportation.

See Progress

Agriculture

Protect agricultural lands and support the industry.

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Climate & Environment

Prepare for climate change and emergencies.

See Progress

Economy

Diversify the economy and encourage new business.

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About Council

The City is governed by an elected Council comprised of a Mayor and eight Councillors. Members of Council are elected for four-year terms and each member represents the city at large. Learn more.

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Action Report

See what actions we're taking to reach our goals. Read the latest Action Report.

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Progress Report

See how we measure success on key performance indicators.

See Progress Report

If it's a priority, it's in the City Budget

Our spending aligns with our Council and corporate priorities.

See the Budget

Plans that influence Council Priorities

Official Community Plan (OCP)

Built with citizen input, the Official Community Plan (OCP) sets the strategic course for housing, transportation, infrastructure and development over the next 20 years.

Official Community Plan

Imagine Kelowna

Imagine Kelowna is a vision created by our community for our community. Nearly 4,000 residents helped us define Kelowna's character as a connected, smarter, responsible, and collaborative city.

Imagine Kelowna

10-Year Capital Plan

The 10-Year Capital Plan identifies our investments in transportation, parks, utilities, and other infrastructure to enhance services and support growth over the next decade.

Capital Plan

20-Year Servicing Plan

The 20-Year Servicing Plan Servicing Plan outlines infrastructure projects and the cost-sharing approach to development—so we can accommodate future growth while minimizing the tax burden on our residents.

Council Priorities