City of Vernon vows to meet with non-profits after backlash over rent at civic facilities

City of Vernon vows to meet with non-profits after backlash over rent at civic facilities

The Greater Vernon Chamber of Commerce has been advocating for fairer fees for non-profit user groups since 2023 arguing it is in the community's best interest.

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More non-profit groups are denouncing what they call significant rental fee increases imposed by the City of Vernon at civic properties used for community events. “It’s hard,” said Ingrid Baron, chair of the Creative Chaos event.  “It’s hard if we all go, ‘Who is going to rent these facilities?’” Creative Chaos, Canada’s largest craft fair, brings in thousands of people every year. The event is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and for …