At the Monday, February 26, 2024 Regular meeting, Council approved the conceptual design of the new Active Living Centre (ALC), which now includes several enhancements that were not included in the initial feasibility study design.
The new state-of-the-art multi-purpose facility will be…
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…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) responded to two separate and unrelated structure fires Saturday (February 17).
At approximately 4:30 a.m., firefighters were dispatched to a report of a structure fire in the 3300-block of 28th Avenue. Upon arrival, crews discovered an out building on a property…
In 2023, $1,108 was collected through the Kindness Meters Donations program. Council has directed that the funds be distributed to North Okanagan Hospice Society.
“In our community, there’s a growing desire to make a positive impact, but they don’t always know how to help,” said Mayor Victor…
The time has come to wrap up outdoor skating in Vernon. Effective today (Wednesday), the Centennial Outdoor Rink is closed for the season.
City of Vernon crews will now begin maintenance on the refrigeration system and rink in preparation for next season. Recreation Services would like to…
Update (as of 4:00 p.m., Feb. 8, 2024)
The cause of the fire was undetermined and believed to be accidental in nature.
At approximately 4:00 p.m., Vernon Fire Rescue (VFRS) was dispatched to a report of flames and heavy smoke coming from Albert Place apartments at 3610 25th Avenue.
“When crews…
The City of Vernon invites you to learn about the capital infrastructure projects scheduled to take place in 2024.
Residents and business owners are encouraged to attend the open house to learn about several community improvements at one time, and speak with project teams to review designs and ask…
Motorists are advised that road closures will be in place on Saturday, February 3, 2024 for the 63nd Annual Vernon Winter Carnival Parade.
The parade route will maintain public access to the downtown transit exchange and minimize disruptions to public transit service. The parade timing and staging…
The City of Vernon road crews have been actively repairing potholes since early last week. Crews will continue to performing repairs as they are reported to the City or found by staff.
“Much of the snow that we saw on the road has melted,” said Ian Adkins, Manager of Roads, Drainage and…
At its Regular Meeting of January 22, 2024, City Council received an update from Recreation Services for the 2023 fourth quarter. The report highlighted a significant increase in participation rates over the same quarter in 2022—rebounding to pre-pandemic levels.
Some of the other 2023 highlights…
