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City launched $2.4M small business loan program in partnership with Business Impact NW

June 18, 2026

Fourth Plain Commons The City has launched a new citywide $2.4 million Revolving Loan Fund designed to expand access to capital for small businesses. Business Impact NW has committed $1.2 million in matching funds. The Fourth Plain investment area will receive $1.2 million in dedicated funding. The Revolving...

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City seeks volunteer to serve on Parking Advisory Committee 

June 17, 2026

The City is seeking applicants to fill one mid-term position opening on the Parking Advisory Committee. Applications are due by Tuesday, Jul. 15.  ​​The Parking Advisory Committee advises the City on parking policy and program implementation.   ​Membership eligibility and requirements:  ​Must be a City resident   ​Candidates who represent either residential or business interests...

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City of Vancouver issues temporary ban on all recreational burning

June 16, 2026

Vancouver Fire Marshal Heidi Scarpelli is issuing a total ban on recreational burning within Vancouver city limits beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, June 17. The ban is being implemented due to very dry conditions, low fuel moisture, and ongoing hot weather, all of which increase the likelihood that fires will start easily...
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Watch: Supporting Fourth Plain's entrepreneurs

From bakeries to pho shops, taquerias to boba – there’s something for everyone on Fourth Plain. The City is rolling out new programs and resources to help ensure Fourth Plain businesses stay open, grow, and thrive.

Upcoming Events

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Campus Community Garden Flora & Fauna Friday

June 19, 2026

Advance registration is required. Flora and Fauna Friday Campus Community Garden RSVP. *This is an outside work party* where volunteers will distribute mulch, pick up litter and pull invasive plants…
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Volunteer at the Pollinator Festival

June 20, 2026

A few volunteer spots have opened for the Pollinator Festival. Register to volunteer and support kids’ activities, information booth, vendor load out and event clean up. Learn more about the…
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Juneteenth Freedom Celebration

June 20, 2026

Join Odyssey World International Education Services and the City of Vancouver at the Juneteenth Freedom Celebration. This free event is open to all ages and features live music from Wamba and Jujuba,…
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Upcoming Meetings

Salary Review Commission

Mon, Jun 22, 2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 PM

Marine Park Engineering, Conference Room

Add to Calendar June 22, 2026 4:00 pm June 22, 2026 6:00 pm UTC Salary Review Commission View meeting agenda and minutes Marine Park Engineering, Conference Room

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City Council Community Forum

Mon, Jun 22, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:00 PM

Arts Hub

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Add to Calendar June 22, 2026 6:30 pm June 22, 2026 8:00 pm UTC City Council Community Forum Public Notice Please join members of the Vancouver City Council for their next community forum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday, June 22, 2026 at the Vancouver Arts Hub, 1007 E Mill Plain Blvd. Doors open at 6 p.m. The June forum will focus on how our community is leading the way in environmental sustainability. Feedback gathered during the event will help inform the City’s Climate Action Framework, which will be updated this fall. Ahead of the meeting, we invite you to consider: What do you love about Vancouver that you want to pass on to future generations? When… Arts Hub

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Planning Commission Meeting

Tue, Jun 23, 2026
4:30 pm - 8:00 PM

City Hall, Council Chambers

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Add to Calendar June 23, 2026 4:30 pm June 23, 2026 8:00 pm UTC Planning Commission Meeting Testify before the Planning Commission View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Council Chambers

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Pre-Application Conference

Thu, Jun 25, 2026
9:00 am - 11:00 AM

Add to Calendar June 25, 2026 9:00 am June 25, 2026 11:00 am UTC Pre-Application Conference

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