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This winter, an innovative program that motivates seniors to get up, get out, and get active is returning to Recreation Services and it will be free to join. Choose to Move is a program based on scientific research that motivates and supports individuals 65 or older to get moving and meet new…
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The City of Vernon would like to advise residents of corrections to the garbage and organics collection schedule, provided in both the 2023 and the 2024 Solid Waste Collection Guides. The corrections are required for collection dates between: December 25 – 30 and; January 1 – 5 Please note:…
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Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) would like to advise residents that several small fires are scheduled to take place along Eastside Road this week as part of ongoing testing of SenseNet—an early wildland fire detection system. The City of Vernon was selected for at scale testing of this emergent…
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The City is taking another step towards meeting its climate action goals by introducing more charging options for electric vehicle users. The City of Vernon will be introducing six (6) new electric vehicle charging ports to the parking lot adjacent to City Hall and the Community Services Building (…
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On January 1, 2024, the City of Vernon will be responsible for delivering Recreation Services. This change introduces the Vernon Resident Program (VRP): a two-tiered user fee and program access structure, benefitting Vernon residents, and residents whose local government participate in a ‘fee for…
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Vernon City Council has debated, amended and endorsed the 2024 budget presented within the 2024 – 2028 Financial Plan, with a total budget increase of 5.49%. Based on 2023 average assessed value of residential properties in Vernon ($690,412), homeowners can expect an approximate increase of $8.50…
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The City of Vernon has established a ‘fee for service’ agreement for recreation services with the District of Coldstream and Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) Electoral Areas B and C. Under the agreement, Coldstream and Electoral Areas B and C will contribute to the operational funding for…
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The City of Vernon would like to advise residents near the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) that increased odours may be noticeable in the area next week as crews begin scheduled maintenance on the facility. Starting as early as Monday (December 4), crews will begin maintenance work on…
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An outdoor recreation favourite will return this week for another season of winter fun. Vernon Recreation Services is pleased to announce the Centennial Outdoor Rink will officially open Friday, December 1 (tomorrow). The outdoor rink provides opportunities for free public skating and shinny for…
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Winter is set to return to the North Okanagan this week, with Environment Canada forecasting below freezing temperatures over the next several days, leading to the possibilities of snow for end of the week. With this, it is time to adjust our habits to meet winter conditions. The City of Vernon…