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First quarter utility bills have been distributed to all City of Vernon utility customers. City Hall remains open to the public and cashiers are available to assist with collecting payments. However, to reduce in-person transactions and promote physical distancing, the City is encouraging everyone…
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Landscape work has begun on Turtle Mountain Boulevard, designed to blend into the natural surroundings of the area and provide a tidy and groomed appearance for all who travel through the area. At its Regular Meeting of November 25, 2019, Council directed Administration to proceed with changes to…
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Vernon Firefighters are issuing an important reminder after crews responded to a grass fire in the Foothills area over the long weekend. On April 12, at approximately 9:30 pm, Firefighters were called to a grass fire in a ravine near Copper Mountain Court. Upon arrival, they found an area with…
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Spring leaf clear bag pick-up will return to Vernon April 20 – 24, 2020. Waste Connections of Canada will provide curbside collection of leaves and garden refuse to coincide with regular garbage collection days. In order to take part in the program, residents must use clear plastic bags. City of…
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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 awarding of grants is solely…
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The global COVID-19 pandemic has and continues to impact individuals, families, businesses and communities here and around the world. These impacts include changes to the physical, emotional, mental, social and financial well-being of many. And while these impacts may be felt individually, we are…
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The novel coronavirus (COVID-19) situation in British Columbia continues to be dynamic. The City of Vernon is taking its direction from provincial and federal health authorities and is making changes, as necessary, to adhere to Provincial Health and Ministerial Orders. Resources for North Okanagan…
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Over the last few weeks, a lot has changed. Our routines have been disrupted and we’ve all been asked to make significant changes in our lives to protect ourselves and each other. As we prepare for the Easter long weekend, many people will be spending time apart from loved ones and some traditions…
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A video version of this statement is available here. This is a critical time. It is imperative that we all understand the City of Vernon fully supports the approach of Dr. Bonnie Henry (B.C. Provincial Health Officer) and Dr. Theresa Tam (Chief Public Health Officer of Canada), to deal with the…
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Due to scheduled maintenance on an air valve, there will be a water outage for the following roads on Tuesday, April 7, between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm. Hartnell Rd Dixon Dam Rd Hughes Rd Maddock Rd Malim Rd Brookside Rd Briggs Rd Please make necessary arrangements to have a short term water supply…