Statement
Concerning the extension of a temporary use permit allowing the old Victory Church property to be used as a year-round shelter beyond March 31, 2021, Mayor John Vassilaki has sent a letter to BC Housing restating Council’s decision not to renew the current permit. While the City of Penticton has been made aware of Minister Eby’s reaction to Council’s March 16 decision, it is currently waiting for written correspondence from BC Housing formalizing their intention to continue operating their shelter. Once that correspondence is received, any future course of action concerning the Victory Church shelter will be publically discussed during a Council meeting in April.