Tag Archives: City Hall
City of Vernon disputes claim of 32 per cent increase as it addresses rising rental fee
Local agencies have been voicing concerns about the rising recreation rental fees, but the City of Vernon has disputed claims of extreme rate increases.In May, the Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce c...
Jun 25, 2025
Kelowna explores reduced‑fare transit pass for residents facing financial challenges
The City of Kelowna is launching a study to explore new ways of making public transit more affordable for residents facing financial challenges.A brief online survey is now open until July 15 at getin...
Jun 25, 2025
Vernon combines emergency reserves into one fund, adds $215K
The City of Vernon has amalgamated its funding used during emergency situations, to help better manage the money.At the regular meeting Monday, June 23, Vernon City Council was presented with an oppor...
Jun 25, 2025
Cultural Centre parking loss not a concern for the city
The City of Vernon believes the loss of the parking spots for the Greater Vernon Cultural Centre will will not have significant impacts on residents or visitors.The Cultural Centre (GVCC) will be buil...
Jun 24, 2025
Kelowna approves zoning changes to expand child care access
The City of Kelowna has approved two separate rezoning applications that will allow for new licensed child care centres in neighbourhoods seeing growing demand for services.The approved changes apply ...
Jun 24, 2025
Clean Team tasked with maintaining downtown core well received so far
A pilot program to ensure Vernon's downtown core is well maintained is being hailed as an early success.The City of Vernon launched it's Clean Team in early June to beautify the downtown core by remov...
Jun 24, 2025
UBCO artists light up Kelowna’s Cultural District with banner exhibition
Thirteen new street banners created by UBC Okanagan students and alumni are now on display in the heart of Kelowna's Cultural District.The original works are featured along the Rotary Centre for the A...
Jun 23, 2025
City of West Kelowna payroll nears $27M in 2024
The City of West Kelowna spent just under $27 million on wages in 2024, reflecting a significant increase from the previous year's total.The city's latest financial report - released in line with annu...
Jun 23, 2025
Roundabout construction to close Kane and Valley intersection through fall
A key intersection in Kelowna's Glenmore area will close to traffic beginning Tuesday, June 24 as crews begin work on a new roundabout.The Kane Road and Valley Road intersection is expected to remain ...
Jun 20, 2025
Have your say on two Rutland park projects
The City of Kelowna is asking Rutland residents to share their ideas for two park projects.Feedback is needed on the new Aurora Park and upgrades to Rutland Lions Park.Public feedback is open from Fri...
Jun 20, 2025
