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The Resignation of Councillor Helena Konanz has been received following her successful election as Member of Parliament for Similkameen-South Okanagan–West Kootenay.
In accordance with the Local Government Act, the City of Penticton is required to hold a by-election to fill the vacant council seat. A Chief Election Officer will be appointed in the coming weeks, and the General Voting Day will be set for a Saturday no later than 80 days after the appointment. The By-election is anticipated to take place in late summer. The costs associated will be funded through the City's General Surplus.