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Alyssa Hopkins is running to serve a second term as RDNO Area F Director (Image Credit: Submitted photo)
ELection 2026

RDNO Director looking to build off work with a second term

Sep 22, 2026 | 10:47 AM

An incumbent director with the Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) will look to serve another four years in office.

Allysa Hopkins is running in the fall municipal election with the hopes of representing Electoral Area F, Rural Enderby, for a second term.

Hopkins said her first term was marked by strengthening rural services; investing in infrastructure, recreation, agriculture, and economic opportunities; leveraging outside funding; and building partnerships to get more done in the area.

“It has been an incredible honour to represent the residents of Electoral Area F,” Hopkins said in a release.

“I’m proud of the progress we have made together, and I’m running for a second term because there is more work I want to see through.”

Looking to a potential second term, Hopkins said she wants to complete projects that were already underway; be financially responsible to keep taxes low; pursue outside funding to assist with investing in infrastructure, parks, recreation and community facilities; support agriculture, tourism and economic development; strengthen emergency preparedness and communications; and protecting Area F’s rural character.

“There is momentum in Area F. We have projects underway, plans in place and strong partnerships. I want to continue building on that foundation while making sure rural residents have a strong voice at the regional table,” Hopkins stated.

“I am proud of what we have accomplished together over the past four years. I believe in the strength of our communities and what is possible when we work together. I would be honoured to have the continued trust of Electoral Area F residents for a second term.” 

Hopkins ran unopposed in 2022 but this year she faces a challenger in Rachel Enns.

Votes will be cast for the RDNO Director seat in the local general election October 17.

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