UPDATE: During the evening of April 26, a water main break near 21st Avenue caused significant damage to the roadway of Highway 97 (on the northbound side of Hospital Hill). Traffic flow on the highway has been temporarily reduced while the site is being assessed and repairs are made between 21st…
The City of Vernon is celebrating difference makers this week as people across the country mark National Volunteer Week.
“Vernon is, without a doubt, one of the best places to live, work, explore and play. And a major contributing factor to this is the dedication and compassion exhibited by…
This Earth Day (April 22), the City is celebrating its new Climate Action Plan by encouraging residents to participate in the Vernon Tree Program. The program provides information about the benefits of planting shade trees, as well as resources for citizens to participate.
“The tree program…
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policy replaces two former policies related to work in or about streams and creek channel maintenance, which referenced outdated language and provincial…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…
