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Caitlin Clow Jun 25, 2019 8:30 AM

17433898_web1_agassizroadhouse-3 — Kelowna city councillors were particularly fond of the use of landscape design to create privacy and social spaces, while blending into the neighbourhood. (Artist Rendering)

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However, coming on the heels of ongoing protests in the Rutland community over a different BC Housing project to be run by the Canadian Mental Health Association of Kelowna (CMHA) on McCurdy Road, councillors were sensitive with their votes.

Coun. Charlie Hodge said the vote was a battle as he was originally opposed to the Agassiz Road site.

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Coun. Loyal Wooldridge said he recognizes the anger and concern some residents are feeling about the lack of support services for those in the community that are facing addiction and seeking recovery.

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Coun. Brad Sieben echoed his remarks from only a week prior to when the McCurdy Road project was approved.

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Caitlin.clow@kelownacapnews.com
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