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Subplementary Plans, Policies and StrategiesPredator Ridge Neighbourhood Plan East Bella Vista Highlands Neighbourhood Plan Building Façade Design Guidelines North Vernon Neighbourhood Plan
Mission StatementTo preserve and enhance our unique environment and lifestyle on behalf of the people of Vernon through the provision of dynamic and accountable leadership and effective municipal services.
The City Crest Vernon was incorporated in December 1892 and the Crest was adopted at that time and later incorporated into a Chain of Office. The "V" of the shield represents the name of our City. The elk represents the wildlife of the area (elk, which were plentiful at the time Vernon was incorporated, are not too prevalent now). The sheaves represent the importance of agriculture. The horn of plenty represents the fruit industry. The lower part comprising the wavy blue lines on the white background depicts the many lakes in the area and the sunburst is indicative of the splendid climate enjoyed in the sunny Okanagan Valley. Frequently Asked QuestionsWhen are Municipal elections? When does Council meet?Council meets the second and fourth Monday of each month except for December when Council is only held on the second Monday. Regular Open Meetings commence at 1:30 pm in Council Chambers at City Hall, unless otherwise advertised. How do I appear as a delegation before Council? To appear as a delegation before Council, a letter must be submitted to the Corporate Officer, requesting to appear before Council and outlining the subject matter of the presentation. The Mayor will approve such requests, and advise the Corporate Officer to schedule the delegation for a future Council Meeting. Delegations are allowed a maximum of 5 minutes to speak and Council members, after the presentation, may ask questions of the presenter. Any requests from a delegation are brought back to the next Regular Open Meeting for Council’s consideration. What is a Public Hearing of Council? Under Section 890 the Local Government Act, a local government must not adopt an official community plan bylaw or a zoning bylaw without holding a public hearingon the bylaw for the purpose of allowing the public to make representations to the local government respecting matters contained in the proposed bylaw. A public hearing is held after initial readings of the bylaw, before third reading. Notification of Public Hearings under Section 892 of the Local Government Act, require an Ad be placed in the local newspaper which must include the time, date and location of the hearing, the purpose of the bylaw, the land(s) which are the subject of the bylaw and the information where copies of the bylaw may be inspected. Once a Public Hearing is closed by the Mayor, Council may not receive any further information from members of the public. How do I address Council? What are Vernon's sister cities?
What is the City Crest? Council MembersCapital Work ProjectsClick the project name headings below to view more information. Bylaw TypesCouncil BylawsThis is not a complete listing of all City of Vernon Bylaws. The list only contains bylaws available in digital form and which are frequently requested. City bylaws on-line are conveniently provided for information or research purposes only. They have been consolidated for convenience. The on-line versions of the bylaws of the City of Vernon are not "official documents" and should not be relied upon as such. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of all documents on this web site; however, bylaw amendments are passed by Council from time to time as circumstances change. Current official certified copies of bylaws can be obtained from the Corporate Officer. Bylaw Types:
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Welcome to the City of Vernon!We are very proud of our beautiful community and welcome you with our warmest hospitality. For all our visitors, I encourage you to discover what the Greater Vernon area has to offer. From various festivals held throughout the year to a multitude of outdoor activities to enjoy, Vernon has something for everyone! Together we have begun our journey to make Vernon a better place to live, not only for us but for our future generations. We need to build on the essentials that brought us to Vernon in the first place; to keep our unrivaled lifestyle while making changes for that which can be improved. From my experiences growing up in a family business, I’ve found the best ideas come from every customer, every citizen, every employee. I want to utilize everyone’s strengths, working together to make the best and the wisest decisions for the City of Vernon. I believe all people deserve to be respected and listened to and I am committed to ensuring we are accessible to those who put their trust in us. I am thrilled to be working with the great staff of the City of Vernon, my colleagues on Council and most of all the citizens of Vernon, and I look forward to taking this journey with you. Sincerely, Wayne Lippert Employment OpportunitiesAll job opportunities open to the general public are posted on the City of Vernon Website AND advertised in the Vernon Morning Star. The City of Vernon Human Resources Division only accepts applications/resumes for posted opportunities. When applying for a posted opportunity, please specify the position that you are applying for so that your application/resume may be appropriately directed. Applications/resumes received after a competition closing date may be considered. General applications/resumes received (where no job opening presently exists) are not retained on file or applied to future opportunities. No phone calls please. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Employment
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