A major reconstruction project continues on 31st Street. The work includes replacement of road, sidewalk, water main, storm sewer, and sanitary sewers. Improved streetlighting, safety improvements at the rail crossing, and new sidewalk, are also part of the planned upgrades.
Starting Monday (…
The City would like to advise motorists that single lane alternating traffic will be in place at two locations on Bella Vista Road this week. The temporary traffic changes are required while crews locate existing utilities at Crosby Road and Appaloosa Way, and will happen at various times…
In recognition of his many contributions to his community, Vernon City Council will honour Mr. Kenneth Holland, General Manager, Edmonton Oilers, with the Freedom of the City Award.
A special ceremony is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. in Vernon Council Chambers…
The household organics bin that was at the south end of the Recreation Centre has been moved. The new location is at the Curling Rink parking lot, accessed off 39th Avenue. It is in the parking spaces adjacent to the street and farthest from Becker Park. The relocation of the bin is due to…
A major reconstruction project continues on 37th Avenue. The work includes replacement of road, sidewalk, water main, storm sewer, and sanitary sewers. Improved streetlighting, safety improvements at the rail crossing, and new sidewalk, are also part of the planned upgrades.
A closure of the…
The City would like to advise residents that the boat launch at 8130 Tronson Road will be closed temporarily from October 4 to November 17, 2021. The closure is necessary to facilitate the construction of an adjacent project.
Those looking to access Okanagan Lake will still be able to use the boat…
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 now accepting…
A major step forward in flood mitigation work for Vernon has been made possible thanks to grant funding from the Province of British Columbia and the Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM).
The City of Vernon is pleased to receive a $747,000 grant through the UBCM Community Emergency Preparedness Fund…
As Fire Prevention Week™ approaches, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) reminds residents to “Learn the sounds of fire safety™.”
Between October 3-9, VFRS is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA) to promote this year’s campaign and help citizens learn what steps they can…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is pleased to introduce Vernon’s first FireSmart™ program coordinator. Alan Hofsink joins VFRS with more than 20 years’ experience in emergency services. He will be focused on community outreach and education programming.
“We have been sharing and implementing…
