Tag Archives: City Hall

Multi-family housing project planned for Vernon's north end
UPDATEThe housing project proposed for a property on 20th Street has received city council approval, though some concerns with it were brought forward.An application to rezone a property to allow for ...
Jan 08, 2024

Vernon resident program now in effect for recreation services
The City of Vernon is reminding residents that the new Vernon Resident Program (VRP) is now in place at Vernon Recreation Services.Under the program, Vernon residents, and residents whose local govern...
Corey Fischer Jan 07, 2024

Vernon's building permits break record
It was another record year for building permits in Vernon.An administrative update for Vernon city council's January 8th meeting said the 2023 building permits were valued at $223.5-million.That well ...
Corey Fischer Jan 05, 2024

Enderby arena shut down for rest of winter
The City of Enderby's arena will be closed for the remainder of the ice season.The city stated on its website that a problem with the refrigeration system at the Enderby Arena and Curling Rink was dis...
Jan 05, 2024

Big projects planned in Vernon for 2024, mayor confident in local economy
The City of Vernon has plenty of large projects planned for the upcoming year.Mayor Victor Cumming spoke with Vernon Matters to outline plans for 2024, including moving forward with the Active Living ...
Corey Fischer Jan 02, 2024

'Substantial progress': Vernon's mayor looks back on 2023
Vernon's mayor says the city has seen substantial progress in 2023, which includes the completion of important projects, replacing infrastructure, and pushing ahead with housing solutions.Victor Cummi...
Corey Fischer Dec 22, 2023

Keeping outdoor spaces clear of waste can prevent fires
Vernon's business community is being encouraged to take steps to ensure the exterior of their properties are fire safe.Vernon Fire Rescue Services says that includes clearing debris, pallets and other...
Dec 21, 2023

Vernon's e-scooter, e-bike season ends with over 219,000 km travelled
The provider of the public e-scooters and e-bikes had a successful season in Vernon that is now officially over.Neuron Mobility took its orange e-scooters and e-bikes off city streets Monday, Dec. 18,...
Corey Fischer Dec 19, 2023

Time running out for business licence renewals
The City of Vernon is reminding business owners about an upcoming fee deadline.Business license renewal invoices were mailed out in in November and the fees are due Jan. 1, 2024."For your convenience,...
Corey Fischer Dec 19, 2023

$43M Greater Vernon project could start in 2024
A major local project could finally start construction by the spring of 2024. The North Okanagan Wastewater Recovery Project has been in the works for several years. It will provide sewer service for ...
Corey Fischer Dec 19, 2023

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Some residents still displaced from fatal apartment fire
Apr 01, 2026