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Passion meets purpose: Apply to join a City Board or Commission

August 21, 2026

Volunteer boards help guide decisions and give members a meaningful way to shape their community. The City will accept applications for openings on 13 Boards and Commissions through Sept. 30.   “Boards and Commissions give our community a direct voice in shaping the policies that impact Vancouver’s livability, health, safety and future,” said Mayor Anne...

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Vancouver Police Investigate Fatality Collision

August 20, 2026

On August 19, 2026, at around 7:45 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to S. Andresen Rd./MacArthur Blvd. for the report of a collision involving a pickup truck that hit a pedestrian who was in motorized wheelchair. The driver (55 years old) was traveling westbound on MacArthur, had stopped at...

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City Manager update: August 2026

August 14, 2026

Understanding Recent Changes to Citation Guidelines   I always want to be transparent with you about how we operate, particularly when it touches on a community priority such as community safety. You might have seen recent reports about temporary changes to how our police department handles minor citations. I want to share a full picture of what changed and why.  Like many...
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Building Vancouver's Future Public Works Operations Campus

We’re constructing a sustainable, accessible, and resilient campus that will serve the Vancouver community for the next 50 years.

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City Hall visitor parking lot closes for heat pump relocation project

From July 13 through Oct. 31, construction will temporarily close the visitor parking lot and the drop box on the south side of City Hall as crews relocate heat pump wells.

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Inspire Vancouver Grant Workshop (Online)

August 25, 2026

If you are planning to apply for Inspire Vancouver funding, we encourage you to participate in a grant writing workshop. During this workshop you will learn more about the grant…
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Recycling 101: Learn the Basics

August 25, 2026

Live in an apartment? Rent? Own? Everyone is invited to join this informative Recycling 101 class. Get all the details about our regional garbage and recycling system. Learn the basics…
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Wednesday Wanders

August 26, 2026

Join us on a Wednesday morning guided nature walk where we will explore the rich ecosystems along the Columbia River and adjacent wetland. As we wander, we’ll discover native plants,…
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Upcoming Meetings

Planning Commission Meeting

Tue, Aug 25, 2026
4:30 pm - 8:00 PM

City Hall, Council Chambers

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Pre-Application Conference

Thu, Aug 27, 2026
9:00 am - 11:00 AM

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Transportation and Mobility Commission Meeting

Tue, Sep 1, 2026
4:30 pm - 8:00 PM

City Hall, Aspen Room

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Special Police Pension Board Meeting

Tue, Sep 8, 2026
1:30 pm - 2:00 PM

City Hall, Aspen Conference Room

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