As phased reopening plans continue to progress across the Okanagan, the next phase will see outdoor playgrounds opening in Vernon and numerous other Okanagan communities on June 1.
Once caution tape and temporary fencing have been removed, it will signify that playgrounds have been inspected and…
Vernon City Council has received the results of the Active Living Centre Feasibility Study, which includes a recommended preferred design option for future indoor recreation facilities for the Greater Vernon area.
The study was established as a result of the 2018 Recreation Master Plan, in which…
Residents are reminded to be cautious around creeks and creek embankments – particularly with children and pets – as local creek levels continue to fluctuate with spring freshet.
During this time of year, City crews conduct checks of more than 55 creek sites each day to confirm water levels and…
Motorists traveling along Okanagan Landing Road can expect to see delays, closures and a detour over the next month, while the City continues its road rehabilitation program.
Crews have started the preliminary work for the project that will take place between Cummins Road and Dallas Road. Portions…
Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to a structure fire in a residential area Tuesday evening.
At approximately 5:30 p.m., firefighters received multiple calls with reports that flames could be seen coming from the roof of a single-storey house in the 4100 block of 20th Street.
A total of…
Vernon firefighters were dispatched to two separate fire alarms this weekend involving minor kitchen incidents.
At approximately 1:15 pm on May 18, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) was called to the 3000 block of Gateby Place. Upon arrival, firefighters found a small kitchen fire on the fifth…
As we kick off the Victoria Day long weekend, we have some things to be proud of.
Over the last two months, we have made dramatic changes to our daily routines and shifted the way we operate in many areas of our lives. Our actions have helped “flatten the curve” and slow the spread of a virus that…
There will be minor traffic disruptions on Silver Star Road next week, as crews work on the installation of a sanitary service.
On Wednesday, May 20, there will be single lane alternating traffic in the 4800 block of Silver Star Road between 7:30 am and 5:00 pm. Traffic control personnel will be on…
Following the recent unveiling of BC’s Restart Plan outlining the phased reopening strategy for British Columbia, Okanagan municipalities have been working together to determine how it applies to local programs, services, outdoor spaces and recreation facilities.
In Vernon, most outdoor spaces have…
At its Regular Meeting of May 11, 2020, Council adopted amendments to the Development Cost Charges (DCC) Bylaw, which reduces DCC rates for the majority of new development in the city.
DCCs are a one-time charge levied to a property for the purpose of providing funds to help the City pay the…
