Vernon making transition to automated garbage pickup
The City of Vernon has started to deliver new 240 litre garbage carts to homes in the city as part of the transition to automated residential waste collection.
When residents receive their new cart, they are asked to start using it for automated waste collection immediately.
In light of the ongoing wildfire situation, some portions of Vernon have been offered a temporary alternative use of the new carts. These residences are located in the wildland urban interface and could be at higher risk of having spot fires develop.
Residents in four specified areas may choose to roll the new carts to the end of their driveways and fill them with water for quick and easy access for themselves and neighbours. If you choose to use the cart for water, please only fill it 3/4 of the way to avoid damaging the cart, leave the cart lid open, and include a smaller bucket for easy water transfer.