At its Regular Meeting of January 25, 2021, City Council directed Administration to take a new step in managing non-migratory Canada Geese within Vernon City limits.
Since 1995, Vernon has been a member of a regional partnership known as the Okanagan Valley Goose Management Program (OVGMP). Through…
The City of Vernon would like to advise the public that utility crews are repairing a water main break that has occurred in the 1900 block of 43rd Street.
Water service has been interrupted for approximately 15 properties in the area. Crews anticipate the repairs will take 3-4 hours to complete.…
At its Regular Meeting of January 25, 2021, Council adopted a bylaw to allow propane fire pits in Polson Park until April 5, 2021. The pilot will allow residents to use a propane fire pit within the designated area of Polson Park, inside the oval (see map below).
"This pilot project will help…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to a structure fire in a residential area Tuesday evening.
At approximately 5:00 p.m., firefighters received reports that flames could be seen coming from a house in the 4500 block of Valleyview Place. Upon arrival, firefighters found a fully-involved…
The City of Vernon would like to advise the public that utility crews are repairing a water main break that has occurred on 34th Street, between 42nd and 43rd Avenues.
Water service has been interrupted for approximately 20 properties in the area. Crews anticipate the repairs will take 2-3 hours…
UPDATE as of January 28, 2021:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the temporary detour for southbound traffic on Silver Star Road will be extended for one more day, until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, as crews continue the necessary hydro vac work in the area. The City appreciates everyone's patience as…
The City of Vernon is pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Poole as Director of Community Safety, Lands, and Administration. The position fills the vacancy left by former Director of Corporate Services, Patti Bridal, who has retired.
Mr. Poole is the current Manager of Economic Development…
A portion of 34th Street (between 42nd and 43rd Avenues) will be temporarily closed to through traffic, while sanitary sewer upgrades are done in the area. The road will be accessible to local traffic only, starting Wednesday, January 20. The work is anticipated to be complete by January 29. Please…
Motorists traveling down Lakeshore Road may experience slight travel delays, as a small sink hole has developed near the bridge over Vernon Creek.
Traffic is one-way alternating to move safely around the area until crews are able to complete repairs. Signs and barricades are in place. Motorists are…
The City of Vernon would like to advise the public that crews are responding to a water main break on an easement in the 1400 block of Mission Road.
Water service has been interrupted for approximately 20 residential properties on Commonage Place. Crews anticipate the repairs will take…
