Tag Archives: City Hall
Kal Beach Rotary Pier reconstruction proposal awarded
The replacement of the iconic pier at Kal Beach is a step closer to reality. The request for proposal for reconstruction of the Rotary Pier at Kal Beach was awarded to Burton Marine Pile Driving. "Env...
Nov 24, 2023
E-scooters continue to be well used in Vernon
Vernon and area residents -- as well as visitors to the area -- are still putting the Neuron e-scooter and e-bikes to good use.A report to Vernon city council stated that, since launching in July 2021...
Nov 24, 2023
Coldstream on board with new B.C. tax even though they were 'not consulted': mayor
Coldstream's mayor says the district didn't get a lot of notice that they would be added to the province's list of communities included in the speculation and vacancy tax (SVT).Coldstream, Vernon, Pen...
Nov 23, 2023
Vernon councillor urges residents to voice concerns about walk-in clinic closure
A Vernon city councillor has expressed concern with the lack of health care services following the closure of the city's last walk-in clinic, and is urging others to voice their concerns as well.The S...
Nov 20, 2023
New leaders for RDNO
The Regional District of North Okanagan (RDNO) board of directors has new leadership.Shirley Fowler, a councillor for 18 years in Armstrong, is the board's new chairperson, while Allysa Hopkins, the d...
Nov 16, 2023
Contract awarded for $10.9M public works building & firehall renos
Coldstream council has awarded the contract to construct its new public works building on Aberdeen Road, and to renovate the district's former fire hall.PCL Construction, based in Edmonton, was awarde...
Nov 15, 2023
UPDATE: Residents call for improvements to Coldstream area
UPDATE Nov. 15A group of Coldstream residents made a presentation to council on Nov. 14 outlining their vision to enhance community safety, promote and protect an active lifestyle, improve transportat...
Nov 15, 2023
Geotechnical drilling underway at Active Living Centre site
More preparation work is underway at the site of the future Active Living Centre in Vernon.The City of Vernon said a specialized contractor is conducting geotechnical drilling at the Kin Race Track la...
Nov 15, 2023
Proposed Vernon tax increase accounts for inflation and growth
The City of Vernon is considering a tax increase in the range of 6.5 to 7.8 per cent for 2024, which the mayor says takes into account inflation and matching service levels with population growth.At a...
Nov 14, 2023
Mayor says new ambulance model will 'save lives' in his community
The mayor of Lumby says the B.C. government's new model for ambulance service will have a major impact on his community.Kevin Acton said the new staffing models announced last week by the health minis...
Nov 14, 2023
