Carey Herd

This bylaw, identified as Bylaw 6074, formally amends the City of Vernon's Official Community Plan Bylaw 6200. The amendments specifically involve replacing Official Community Plan Land Use Map 5.1 and revising key sections, including Growth Management, City-wide Policies, Land Use Policies, Development Permit Areas, Glossary, and Development Permit Area Regulatory Guidelines pertaining to Natural Environment, Hazardous Conditions, Form, and Character.

This document outlines seven priority areas from the City of Vernon's Climate Action Plan, selected by the Climate Action Advisory Committee, and recommended for inclusion in the Council's 2023-2026 Strategic Plan. These priorities span Health & Well-Being, Governance, Land Use & Transportation, Buildings & Real Estate, and Agriculture & Food Security. Key objectives include fostering social connection and climate awareness, integrating climate considerations into city policies and procurement, developing comprehensive climate communication strategies, incorporating climate risk analysis into land use planning, promoting active transportation, establishing building retrofit programs for energy efficiency, and exploring city support for local food systems.

This document outlines The Corporation of the City of Vernon's financial plan for 2026-2030, adopted via Bylaw Number 6065. It details projected revenues from sources such as taxation, user fees, and sales, alongside expenses including communications, supplies, and salaries. The plan also incorporates a comprehensive revenue policy addressing taxation allocation, service fee recovery, and infrastructure funding to ensure fiscal responsibility and meet community needs.

This document is a Financial Plan for The Corporation of the City of Vernon, covering the period 2025-2029. It outlines the municipality's financial strategy, encompassing detailed revenue and expense projections, and a comprehensive revenue policy. Key strategic areas include taxation, municipal fees, other revenue streams, parcel taxes, and a dedicated commitment to infrastructure funding through an annual levy.

The City of Vernon's Strategic Plan outlines its direction and goals to foster a safe, inviting, progressive, and prosperous community. It is built upon five strategic priorities: livability, vibrancy, recreation, parks and natural areas, environmental leadership, and governance and organizational excellence. The plan envisions a prosperous and sustainable future for Vernon, characterized by preserved green spaces, adequate housing for all, vibrant neighborhoods, diverse transportation options, a revitalized downtown, and abundant age- and youth-friendly activities, creating a thriving environment for residents, businesses, and visitors.