Officials in Penticton, B.C., say police are investigating a recent "threat of violence" directed at a senior member of municipal staff in the Okanagan city.

A statement from the city says the person was targeted on social media and received threats following a public discussion related to transportation planning.

Mayor Julius Bloomfield says the threats are "deeply troubling and wholly unacceptable" and the matter is now under investigation by the RCMP.

He says traffic safety improvements underway in the city are a direct response to community feedback received not only recently, but over many years.

Bloomfield says residents have "consistently asked for neighbourhood streets that are livable and offer safe, inclusive travel choices."

He says staff deserve to be able to do their jobs

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