Vernon’s taxes will rise by 4.79%, lower than the initially approved 6.48% due to an error. The average property owner’s increase will be around $89, while business taxes will go up by approximately 5.36%. This adjustment will set the business to residential tax rate ratio below the council’s target of 3.2, at 3.01. During discussions, elected officials, including Mayor Victor Cumming, questioned the rationale behind the initial hike, seeking clarity for residents. Ironically, the confusion occurred after Vernon received a financial reporting award for the 14th consecutive year.