“Tucker’s comments were accepted for information, with council not addressing any of the points at the time.” – from December 4, 2023 VernonMatters article titled “Numerous topics raised in public input for Vernon budget” Here were the points I brought up during the morning public input session: And the points I brought up in the […]
Advocating for our community at the City budget meeting December 4th, 2023 Read More »
Happy to announce my friends Sondra & Lee Watkins are not going to be fined going forward. Vernon City Council passed a motion to align city bylaws with the ALC in regards to RVs as third dwellings. The revised bylaw will take time to be completed & fully passed but in the meantime no further
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I know this was asked to come forward at some future time in Vernon but sooner rather than later would be good. Other communities believe it to be needed now as it’s just common sense. Wouldn’t you agree? Join the conversation on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/256766374948414/permalink/1269461727012202/ CASTANET.NET ‘It’s common sense’: Port Coquitlam bans drug use in city
Banning drug use in City parks Read More »
Funny enough I just was talking to my father about this and saying that this was likely to happen unless our city gets to fencing this off and securing the building. I have been pushing and pushing for this park to be cleaned up with members of council and staff. There needs to be a
Fire at heritage post office Read More »
Make sure you have your say in this survey. Option 1: Complete the survey below and share your feedback with us regarding recreation and parks user fees. The survey is open until May 19, 2023. Option 2: Attend one of the in-person engagement opportunities taking place April 20 – 22 to discuss the fees assessment
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… imagine bringing everyone together to have their voices heard on how to better govern Greater Vernon, not just our politicians: “The 48 members selected by civic lottery are expected to reflect the population of the two municipalities, with an equal proportion of men and women and proportionate numbers of renters and homeowners, urban and
A citizens’ assembly would be a great idea for our area too Read More »
Thank you to everyone who helped to support this important policy for our city. Kelly Fehr, Vernon City Councillor introduced this originally (for the second time) back in November. 8.b Respectful Workplace and Anti-Discrimination Policy and Resource/Developmental Considerations (2510-09) THAT Council receive the memorandum titled “Respectful Workplace and Anti-Discrimination Policy and Resource/Developmental Considerations,” dated February
UPDATE: by unanimous vote this policy has passed. Read More »
Sorry but I don’t see how lamenting the fact that folks in B.C. are now allowed to possess small amounts of some drugs, makes our communities any safer? Personally I think this is a health issue and we shouldn’t criminalize people for having an opioid addiction, anymore than any other type of addiction. But I
Is this the official position of our City Council? Read More »
