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The City of Vernon will be taking the next step in its regular spring cleanup program with the washing of City owned traffic signals and pedestrian crosswalk signals. Traffic signal technicians will begin pressure washing the devices on Tuesday, May 23. Cleaning will occur weekdays between 7:00 a.…
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The City of Vernon Parks Department and Greater Vernon Recreation Services have been seeking public input to assist in assessing appropriate fee levels for facility rentals and usage, as well as identify a clear, consistent, and predictable way for setting fees and charges moving forward.  …
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The City of Vernon is letting the public know that 2023 Property Tax Notices will be put in the mail tomorrow (Friday), and taxes are due by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4, 2023. In addition to payment, eligible homeowners are reminded to claim Homeowner Grants by July 4.  All Homeowner Grant…
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The City of Vernon’s new RV sani-dump station, located at 6401 Tronson Road near the Vernon Regional Airport, will be available for use in time for the May long weekend (Friday, May 19). The site includes four waste dumping and water filling stations and stacking distance to accommodate…
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The recent hot, dry weather conditions have led to increased fire risks throughout the province. In the City of Vernon, the fire danger rating is currently listed as high. Vernon Fire Rescue Services (VFRS) is urging everyone to practice extreme caution while conducting outdoor activities to…
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Creek levels continue to fluctuate throughout the North Okanagan as snow melts during freshet. Throughout Vernon, additional capacity remains available for Upper and Lower BX Creek and Vernon Creek, however, residents are reminded to remain vigilant and be cautious near creekbanks, particularly…
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The City of Vernon invites you to learn about the capital works projects scheduled to take place in 2023. Showing Council’s commitment to renewing the roads, pipes and City owned infrastructure, Council supported the $21.5 million budget for the City Infrastructure Program. The impacts of the 1.9…
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Pursuant to Section 6 of the City of Vernon Traffic Bylaw #5600, notice is hereby given that load restrictions in effect on all roadways within Vernon’s municipal boundaries are rescinded.  All roads will be limited to legal axle loading 100%. The public and trucking and transportation…
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The development process for the Active Living Centre is well underway in Vernon, as the City prepares for the construction of a new multi-purpose indoor recreation facility within the newly designated Kin Race Track Athletic Park, near the Kal Tire Place and Kal Tire Place North twin arenas. On…
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UPDATE as of 8:35 a.m. on May 12: The timeline for rehabilitation of the rainbow crosswalk that is located on 30th Avenue in Downtown Vernon has been adjusted to allow for additional works.  In order to apply new durable markings, the existing crosswalk must be removed to provide a clean…