The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) has provided an update on ongoing negotiations with Silverhawk Utilities Inc. regarding the potential acquisition of the sewer system serving Silver Star Village.
Officials said the RDNO undertook an alternative approval process (AAP) in 2023 to seek elector approval to establish a regional sewer service and adopt a loan authorization bylaw to support the potential acquisition, operation and maintenance of the utility.
The proposal included authority to borrow up to $4.5 million and enter into an agreement to purchase the utility assets from Silverhawk.
“The AAP concluded on November 20, 2023, with elector approval received to proceed,” the update said.
The RDNO added that it has continued discussions with Silverhawk on a potential agreement to transfer the sewer utility assets to the district.
In a statement, the RDNO said wastewater collection and treatment services for properties at Silver Star Mountain Resort are owned and operated by Silverhawk, a private utility provider that has served the community for many years.
“These negotiations are ongoing, and an agreement has not been finalized. At this time, the sewer utility remains under Silverhawk’s ownership and operation,” the statement said.
The RDNO said it is committed to keeping the community informed as discussions progress, although no definite timelines have been set.
