The City of Vernon would like to advise the public that the community boat launch located at 8835 Okanagan Landing Road has been closed due to safety concerns for people and equipment, such as boats, trailers and vehicles. Concrete barriers have been placed across the foreshore to prevent people…
Greater Vernon Recreation Services is pleased to announce the Aquatic Centre waterslide has been reopened for use. The slide was closed on March 26, when a potential hazard was identified during a routine inspection.
“Aquatic environments are tough on steel structures,” said Gary Lefebvre, Manager…
The Okanagan Valley Goose Management Program (OVGMP) is conducting its 15th annual egg-addling program this year between Vernon and Osoyoos. In this milestone year, the valley communities continue their commitment to maintain this comprehensive and cooperative approach to finding balance and…
The City of Vernon spring line painting program is underway. The program takes approximately six weeks to complete, depending on weather conditions. Contractors are required to work through the evening and early morning hours in order to avoid traffic disruptions.
The City asks the traveling…
At its Regular Meeting of April 12, 2021, Council adopted a Streamside Maintenance Policy for streams within the City’s municipal boundary. The policy replaces two former policies related to work in or about streams and creek channel maintenance, which referenced outdated language and provincial…
UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the prescribed burn planned for a City-owned parcel of land in the Foothills subdivision for Friday, April 16, has been postponed. The City of Vernon and Vernon Fire Rescue Services thanks residents for their patience and understanding, and will provide…
The City of Vernon supports the enhancement and preservation of a positive quality of life for all its residents. One means of achieving this goal is through the provision of grants to organizations that contribute to the general interest and advantage of the City.
The City is accepting…
Please be advised, there will be single lane alternating traffic in the 6200 block of Silver Star Road starting Thursday, April 15 at 7:30 a.m. for the installation of a water service. The work is expected to take one to two days to complete. However, the timeline may change if emergencies arise.…
A popular program will return to Vernon next week with the spring leaf clear bag pick-up.
Between April 19 – 23, Waste Connections of Canada will provide curbside collection of leaves and garden refuse to coincide with regular garbage collection days. In order to take part in the program,…
At its Regular Meeting of April 12, Council endorsed the City’s first Climate Action Plan. The plan articulates a path to a resilient future for Vernon, where the community is more prepared for the impacts that climate change will bring and has worked to reduce its emissions.
“Endorsing the Climate…
