Tag Archives: City Hall
Polson Park Creek Naturalization project on schedule
The work at the creek running through the park in downtown Vernon is moving along as planned.A city staff report said the Polson Park Naturalization Project "remains on schedule, with construction exp...
Aug 14, 2025
New program supporting road work in Vernon
The City of Vernon has launched a new Road Reclamation Program to ensure area roads are kept in good condition.The program has a $1.1-million budget and has already been tapped for the repaving of the...
Aug 13, 2025
Work underway to prevent floods at the Water Reclamation Centre
Crews are taking action to reduce the risk of flooding events contaminating Vernon's water.A city staff report said workers have been on site at the Vernon Water Reclamation Centre (VWRC) off 25th Ave...
Aug 13, 2025
Development permits up in first half of 2025, but not expected to break annual records
The City of Vernon has seen some investments in new builds recently, though not as much as it has in past years.At the regular meeting Monday, August 11, Vernon city council received a building and de...
Aug 13, 2025
Swimming advisory issued for Rotary Beach in Kelowna
City officials have issued a swimming advisory for Rotary Beach in Rotary Beach Park due to higher than recommended bacterial levels in the water. The beach remains open, but advisory signs have been ...
Aug 13, 2025
Vernon endorses Regional Accessibility Plan, work underway to include key points in the OCP
The City of Vernon has committed to breaking down barriers and making the community more accessible.At the regular meeting Monday, August 11, Vernon City Council voted unanimously in favour of endorsi...
Aug 13, 2025
Vernon's rec rental fees to increase in the coming years
The City of Vernon will be increasing the rates for renting recreational facilities and parks in the next three years.Starting in 2026, the rental rates for recreational facilities will be increasing ...
Aug 12, 2025
Vernon's revenues outpacing expenditures
The City of Vernon has managed its budget well in the first half of 2025.A financial report to Vernon City Council showed the city's revenues totaled $81,900,966 as of June 30, 2025. That accounts for...
Aug 12, 2025
Alexis Park closed for irrigation work
The irrigation system is being replaced at Alexis Park, resulting in a closure.The work began in early July, and a report to Vernon City Council Monday, Aug. 11, said the ball diamond at the park has ...
Aug 12, 2025
Kelowna case sets precedent for short-term rentals across the Okanagan
The ongoing debate over short-term rentals in the Okanagan has taken a decisive turn in Kelowna, where city council recently refused to renew a licence amid persistent neighbour complaints.Peter Drumm...
Aug 12, 2025
