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Are you looking for a way to get involved in your community and volunteer with the City of Vernon? Applications are now being accepted for 2024 Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, Tourism Commission and Board of Variance. Established by Council, these committees are comprised of both members of…
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The City of Vernon and its contractors will be performing road maintenance on Okanagan Landing Bench Road. Road maintenance will begin as early as October 12, within the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Construction is estimated to be completed within two (2) days, weather dependant. Due to the…
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As Fire Prevention Week ™ approaches, Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) reminds residents that “Cooking safety starts with YOU. Pay attention to fire prevention.” Between October 8-14, VFRS is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA), to promote this year’s campaign and…
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UPDATE as of October 4 at 2:00 p.m. The City of Vernon would like to advise motorists that the re-paving roadwork scheduled this week for 27th Street between 44th and 45th Avenues will be postponed until October 12. The work is expected to take two days to complete and will take place between 7:00…
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UPDATE as of September 29 at 9:00 a.m. Due to the current weather conditions, City-owned grass sports fields (including baseball diamonds) will remain closed temporarily. The closure includes all sports play and public activities on the following fields. DND Park Alexis Park Grahame Park Lakeview…
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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 City is accepting…
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Motorists travelling along 20th Street may need to take a detour next week, while crews repave the road. Starting as early as Tuesday, October 3, 20th Street will be closed between 58th and 46th Avenues, during construction hours. The work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. each day…
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Motorists traveling along Silver Star Road, near the Foothills area, may experience some travel delays as crews begin installing streetlights. Starting as early as 7:00 a.m., Tuesday, October 3, crews will be installing new streetlights along Silver Star Road as well as on the traffic islands…
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The City would like to advise motorists that a detour will be required for a portion of Tronson Road next week, while crews upgrade sanitary sewer infrastructure and complete asphalt restoration.  Starting as early as 7:30 a.m., Wednesday, October 4, Tronson Road will be closed between…
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Campfires on private property which comply with the City of Vernon Good Neighbour and Fire Services Bylaws will be allowed within the municipal boundary as of Noon on Thursday, September 28, 2023. The campfire ban is being lifted in accordance with an announcement from BC Wildfire Service…