Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) is pleased to announce that the City of Vernon has received the GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its 2019 budget.
The award represents a significant achievement by the City. It reflects the commitment of management and staff to…
The City of Vernon, Vernon North Okanagan RCMP and ICBC are working together to promote pedestrian and cyclist safety.
As the days get shorter and the sun sets earlier, the risk of a pedestrian or cyclist being struck by a vehicle increases.
“43 per cent of all crashes where a pedestrian gets…
There will be single lane alternating traffic in front of 8756 Okanagan Landing Road starting on Wednesday, November 6 until Friday November 8, 2019 from 5:30 am until 5:30 pm for the installation of a storm utility.
Some delays should be expected. Every effort will be made to minimize disruption…
Colourful new bike racks have sprouted up around downtown Vernon. These new racks will help address the need for convenient and secure bicycle parking for residents and visitors enjoying our vibrant downtown.
Last year, the Downtown Vernon Association (DVA) requested that the City improve bicycle…
Lighting on Vernon streets will get a facelift while annual electrical costs will drop thanks to a conversion project set to begin in spring 2020.
At its October 28 regular meeting, City Council unanimously approved a motion to fund the conversion of approximately 1200 Vernon streetlights from high…
Vernon firefighters are joining the movement to raise funds and awareness for men’s physical and mental health. The annual Movember campaign begins November 1, encouraging men to grow moustaches, raise funds and have important conversations in support of projects that focus on prostate cancer,…
Greater Vernon Recreation Services is taking the next step in its Active Living Centre Feasibility Study. Public engagement began in September and now there is a survey available online for members of the public to share their thoughts on the proposed Active Living Centre project.
Through the…
British Columbia’s first ever Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week runs from November 1 to 7 this year, and Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is reminding community members to prevent carbon monoxide (CO) build up in their homes by properly maintaining all fuel-burning appliances and installing CO…
British Columbia is facing severe wildfire conditions which means there is an immediate need to change how we address hazards associated with longer fire seasons and extreme conditions.
“Due to many years of human influence and fire suppression activity, the growth and establishment of wildland…
It’s time to do some fall cleaning!
Fall leaf exchange and clear bag pick-up will return to Vernon November 5 – 8, 2019. 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,…
