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For many years, the City of Vernon has encouraged the development of secondary suites in the community. These dwelling units expand our community's stock of rental housing, helping to meet the need for affordable housing by people from all walks of life—employees seeking jobs in Vernon, families,…
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Pursuant to Section 6 of the City of Vernon Traffic Bylaw #5600, notice is hereby given that load restrictions are in effect on all roadways within Vernon’s municipal boundaries.  All roads will be limited to legal axle loading 70%. Overweight permits will not be granted.  All term overweight…
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Vernon City Council has announced an increase in funding for the Lakeview Wading Pool Revitalization Project of $1,034,640. This brings the total funding for the project to $4,435,825. The increase in funding is the result of multiple factors, including the recent tender for the project’s…
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The City of Vernon’s annual spring chipping program is set to return, with crews collecting pruning material from residences between the end of March and mid-April. This curbside chipping service is funded by the Residential Organics and Yard Waste Collection charge that is found on your quarterly…
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Warmer weather and melting snow have allowed for a modified spring sweeping program to get underway in Vernon. Crews are out across the City, cleaning main transportation routes until Mother Nature is ready to bring more consistent warm temperatures. The full-scale spring sweeping program will be…
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Vernon firefighters responded to a structure fire in the City’s north end Wednesday morning. At approximately 9:10 a.m., Vernon Fire Rescue Services was dispatched to a report of a structure fire at an apartment building in the 1600-block of Deleenheer Road. Upon arrival, crews observed dark smoke…
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The time has come to wrap up outdoor skating in Vernon. The Centennial Outdoor Rink has closed for the season. Recreation Services would like to thank everyone who came out to enjoy some time on the ice with drop-in activities such as public skating and shinny hockey. Even though the season has…
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UPDATE as of February 28: Motorists traveling along Tronson Road may experience minor delays over the next couple weeks, as crews continue working on drainage improvements in the 7500-block of Tronson Road (near Kennedy Lane).     Construction on the drainage improvement project will take place…
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Note: This media release is being distributed again with an amended hyperlink to directly access the Engage Vernon project page for 'Encouraging Secondary Suites in our Community.' Thank you for participating in this public participation opportunity.…
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The City would like to advise motorists that a detour will be required this week for a portion of 43rd Avenue while crews upgrade sewer utilities.  Starting as early as 7:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 2, 43rd Avenue will be closed to through traffic between Pleasant Valley Road and 20th Street.…