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Wednesday
Nov 12, 2025
8:00am - 9:00am

Parking Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Conference Room

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
8:00am - 9:00am

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Nov. 12, 2025 8:00am Nov. 12, 2025 9:00 am America/Los_Angeles Parking Advisory Committee Meeting View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Aspen Conference Room

    Contact: Tina Picchioni at tina.picchioni@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8657

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Nov 12, 2025
12:00pm

CANCELED

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Wednesday, November 12, 2025
12:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Nov. 12, 2025 12:00pm Nov. 12, 2025 America/Los_Angeles Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Aspen Room

    Contact: Kimberly Kerlee at kimberly.kerlee@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Thursday
Nov 13, 2025
9:00am - 4:00pm

Pre-Application Conference

Thursday, November 13, 2025
9:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar Nov. 13, 2025 9:00am Nov. 13, 2025 4:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Pre-Application Conference

Meeting Details

Friday
Nov 14, 2025
12:00pm

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Special Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Friday, November 14, 2025
12:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Kimberly Kerlee at kimberly.kerlee@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Monday
Nov 17, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

City Council Workshop

City Hall

Monday, November 17, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Monday
Nov 17, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

City Council Meeting

City Hall

Monday, November 17, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Nov 18, 2025
4:30pm - 7:30pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
4:30pm - 7:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Planning Commission at PlanningCommission@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Nov 18, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Online Land Use Hearing

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Nov 19, 2025
8:00am - 10:00am

Civil Service Commission Meeting

City Hall, Birch Conference Room

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
8:00am - 10:00am

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Megan Mairs at megan.mairs@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Nov 19, 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Nov 19, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Urban Forestry Commission Meeting

Marine Park Engineering Conference Room

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Marine Park Engineering Conference Room

Add to Calendar Nov. 19, 2025 6:00pm Nov. 19, 2025 8:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Urban Forestry Commission Meeting Marine Park Engineering Conference Room

    Contact: Charles Ray at charles.ray@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8328

Meeting Details

Thursday
Nov 20, 2025
12:30pm - 2:30pm

City Center Redevelopment Authority Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Thursday, November 20, 2025
12:30pm - 2:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Nov. 20, 2025 12:30pm Nov. 20, 2025 2:30 pm America/Los_Angeles City Center Redevelopment Authority Meeting In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA), the CCRA meeting will be open to in-person attendance. Options for viewing and/or participating in the meeting remotely will also be accommodated. Virtual viewing is available at City Center Redevelopment Authority > Clark/Vancouver Television. Community Communications will be accepted in writing under the Public Comment item on the agenda. Please send all public comment requests to Kimberly Kerlee at kimberly.kerlee@cityofvancouiver.us by 5 p.m. the day before the meeting. Please visit Events • Agendas & Minutes • CivicClerk for additional meeting details and materials. Thank you. City Hall, Council Chambers

    Contact: Kimberly Kerlee at kimberly.kerlee@cityofvancouver.us

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA), the CCRA meeting will be open to in-person attendance. Options for viewing and/or participating in the meeting remotely will also be accommodated. Virtual viewing is available at City Center Redevelopment Authority > Clark/Vancouver Television. Community Communications will be accepted in writing under the Public Comment item on the agenda. Please send all public comment requests to Kimberly Kerlee at kimberly.kerlee@cityofvancouiver.us by 5 p.m. the day before the meeting. Please visit Events • Agendas & Minutes • CivicClerk for additional meeting details and materials. Thank you.

Meeting Details

Monday
Nov 24, 2025
6:30pm - 8:00pm

City Council Community Forum

Firstenburg Community Center

Monday, November 24, 2025
6:30pm - 8:00pm

700 NE 136th Ave,
Vancouver, WA 98684

Add to Calendar Nov. 24, 2025 6:30pm Nov. 24, 2025 8:00 pm America/Los_Angeles City Council Community Forum View all Council agendas and minutes. All community members are invited to attend and share their questions, concerns, and ideas directly with the City Council in informal small-group discussions. No RSVP or registration is required. For interpretation services or accommodations with a disability, please contact the City Manager’s office at 360-487-8600 or cityinfo@cityofvancouver.us. Doors will open at 6 p.m. Firstenburg Community Center

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All community members are invited to attend and share their questions, concerns, and ideas directly with the City Council in informal small-group discussions. No RSVP or registration is required. For interpretation services or accommodations with a disability, please contact the City Manager’s office at 360-487-8600 or cityinfo@cityofvancouver.us.

Doors will open at 6 p.m.

Meeting Details

Tuesday
Nov 25, 2025
4:30pm - 7:30pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, November 25, 2025
4:30pm - 7:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 1, 2025
2:00pm - 2:30pm

Police Pension Board Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Conference Room

Monday, December 1, 2025
2:00pm - 2:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Dec. 01, 2025 2:00pm Dec. 01, 2025 2:30 pm America/Los_Angeles Police Pension Board Meeting City Hall, Aspen Conference Room
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    Contact: April Stinson at april.stinson@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8403

Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 1, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

City Council Workshop

City Hall

Monday, December 1, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 1, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

City Council Meeting

City Hall

Monday, December 1, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 8, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

City Council Workshop

City Hall

Monday, December 8, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 8, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

City Council Meeting

City Hall

Monday, December 8, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Dec 9, 2025
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, December 9, 2025
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Dec. 09, 2025 4:00pm Dec. 09, 2025 7:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meeting Testify before the Planning Commission View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Council Chambers

    Contact: Planning Commission at PlanningCommission@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Dec 10, 2025
8:00am - 9:00am

Parking Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Conference Room

Wednesday, December 10, 2025
8:00am - 9:00am

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Tina Picchioni at tina.picchioni@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8657

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Dec 10, 2025
12:00pm - 1:00pm

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Wednesday, December 10, 2025
12:00pm - 1:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Kimberly Kerlee at kimberly.kerlee@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 15, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

City Council Workshop

City Hall

Monday, December 15, 2025
4:00pm - 6:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Monday
Dec 15, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

City Council Meeting

City Hall

Monday, December 15, 2025
6:30pm - 8:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Dec 17, 2025
8:00am - 10:00am

Civil Service Commission Meeting

City Hall, Birch Conference Room

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
8:00am - 10:00am

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Megan Mairs at megan.mairs@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Dec 17, 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm

Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
4:30pm - 6:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Wednesday
Dec 17, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm

No December Urban Forestry Commission Meeting

Board Room

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Board Room

Add to Calendar Dec. 17, 2025 6:00pm Dec. 17, 2025 8:00 pm America/Los_Angeles No December Urban Forestry Commission Meeting Board Room

    Contact: Charles Ray at charles.ray@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8328

Meeting Details

Thursday
Dec 18, 2025
11:00am - 12:30pm

Downtown Redevelopment Authority Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Thursday, December 18, 2025
11:00am - 12:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Dec. 18, 2025 11:00am Dec. 18, 2025 12:30 pm America/Los_Angeles Downtown Redevelopment Authority Meeting City Hall, Council Chambers
  • Meeting Link

    Contact: Krista Liles at krista.liles@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8437

Meeting Details

Tuesday
Dec 23, 2025
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, December 23, 2025
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Dec. 23, 2025 4:00pm Dec. 23, 2025 7:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meeting Testify before the Planning Commission View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Council Chambers

    Contact: Planning Commission at PlanningCommission@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Jan 13, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, January 13, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

Add to Calendar Jan. 13, 2026 4:00pm Jan. 13, 2026 7:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Planning Commission Meeting Testify before the Planning Commission View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Council Chambers

    Contact: Planning Commission at PlanningCommission@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Jan 27, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, January 27, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Planning Commission at PlanningCommission@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Feb 3, 2026
4:00pm - 7:30pm

Transportation and Mobility Commission Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Tuesday, February 3, 2026
4:00pm - 7:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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    Contact: Transportation and Mobility Commission at TMC@cityofvancouver.us

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Feb 10, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, February 10, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Feb 24, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, February 24, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Mar 3, 2026
4:00pm - 7:30pm

Transportation and Mobility Commission Meeting

City Hall, Aspen Room

Tuesday, March 3, 2026
4:00pm - 7:30pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Mar 10, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, March 10, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Meeting Details

Tuesday
Mar 24, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

Planning Commission Meeting

City Hall, Council Chambers

Tuesday, March 24, 2026
4:00pm - 7:00pm

415 W 6th St,
Vancouver, WA 98660

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Events

Oakbrook Naturespaces Planting

Saturday, November 15, 2025
9:00 am - 11:30 am
Add to Calendar Saturday, November 15, 2025 9:00 am Saturday, November 15, 2025 9:00 am America/Los_Angeles Oakbrook Naturespaces Planting Advance registration is required. RSVP today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Naturespaces program for planting Oakbrook’s new Naturespace! We will be planting on Oct. 25, Nov. 1 and Nov. 15. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form. Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. This location is not wheelchair accessible, and work is primarily done in a large park with…

Oakbrook Park
3103 NE 99th Ave
Vancouver , WA 98662

Advance registration is required. RSVP today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Naturespaces program for planting Oakbrook’s new Naturespace! We will be planting on Oct. 25, Nov. 1 and Nov. 15. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.…


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Hidden Journey of Wastewater

Saturday, November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Add to Calendar Saturday, November 15, 2025 10:00 am Saturday, November 15, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Hidden Journey of Wastewater Have you ever wondered what happens to the water that goes down your drain? Where does it end up?  How is it cleaned? What should and should not go down your drains?  Join us on our long form wastewater treatment plant tour! We will learn about our used water and how you can help keep the system in good shape through the peak holiday season. After the treatment plant tour, we will take a nature walk to the Columbia River to learn about the riparian ecosystem and see where the clean water is released. Tour is suitable for adults and…

Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way
Vancouver , WA 98661

Have you ever wondered what happens to the water that goes down your drain? Where does it end up?  How is it cleaned? What should and should not go down your drains?  Join us on our long form wastewater treatment plant tour! We will learn about our used water and how you can help keep the system in good shape…


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Leave the Leaves at Countryside Park

Saturday, November 15, 2025
11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Add to Calendar Saturday, November 15, 2025 11:00 am Saturday, November 15, 2025 11:00 am America/Los_Angeles Leave the Leaves at Countryside Park Registration is required. Sign up today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Adopt-A-Park Volunteer Program to support the Countryside Park Naturespaces site. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to support a sustainable environment by reusing fall leaves to enrich the soil and enhance the ecosystem at this Naturespace park site. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form. Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while…

Countryside Park
15304 NE 7th St
Vancouver , WA 98684

Registration is required. Sign up today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Adopt-A-Park Volunteer Program to support the Countryside Park Naturespaces site. This event offers a wonderful opportunity to support a sustainable environment by reusing fall leaves to enrich the soil and enhance the ecosystem at this Naturespace park site. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity…


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Fire Chief Candidate Forum

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Add to Calendar Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00 pm Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Fire Chief Candidate Forum The City of Vancouver is recruiting for a new fire chief. Join us to meet the finalists at a moderated question and answer discussion, with time for community members to ask their questions of candidates. Community members can join in person or online. We invite you to share your questions for fire chief candidates on BeHeard Vancouver. Candidate biographies will be published to the BeHeard page on Nov. 18. Join online Microsoft Teams Meeting ID: 278 985 268 374 2 Passcode: o8xD7NU9 Dial in by phone +1 347-941-5324,70951556# Phone conference ID: 709 515 56#

City Hall Aspen Room
415 W 6th St
Vancouver , WA 98660

The City of Vancouver is recruiting for a new fire chief. Join us to meet the finalists at a moderated question and answer discussion, with time for community members to ask their questions of candidates. Community members can join in person or online. We invite you to share your questions for fire chief candidates on BeHeard Vancouver. Candidate biographies will…


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Bridge Shelter Open House

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Add to Calendar Wednesday, November 19, 2025 5:00 pm Wednesday, November 19, 2025 5:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Bridge Shelter Open House Construction on Vancouver’s new bridge shelter is underway. Join us for an informal open house where you can meet project staff, ask your questions and learn more about the construction process. Please feel free to arrive any time between 5 and 7 p.m. on Nov. 19.   Light refreshments will be provided. Free parking is available on site. You can also reach the open house by taking C-TRAN’s #78 bus.  About the bridge shelter  Vancouver’s bridge shelter will offer a safe place for people experiencing homelessness to stay while they work toward permanent housing. The bridge shelter will offer 120…

Walnut Grove Elementary School
6103 NE 72nd Ave
Vancouver , WA 98661

Construction on Vancouver’s new bridge shelter is underway. Join us for an informal open house where you can meet project staff, ask your questions and learn more about the construction process. Please feel free to arrive any time between 5 and 7 p.m. on Nov. 19.   Light refreshments will be provided. Free parking is available on site. You can…


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Woodland Meadows Park Tree Planting

Thursday, November 20, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Thursday, November 20, 2025 10:00 am Thursday, November 20, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Woodland Meadows Park Tree Planting Join the Urban Forestry team to help plant 13 new trees at Woodland Meadows Park. The newly planted trees will help shade pavement, filter air pollution and manage stormwater runoff along this neighborhood corridor. Registration is required. Sign up today. Tools and gloves will be provided. We will begin the morning with a short tree planting demonstration before splitting up into smaller groups to plant trees. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens–people of all ages and abilities are welcome! Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

Woodland Meadows Park
7100 NE 156th Pl
Vancouver , WA 98682

Join the Urban Forestry team to help plant 13 new trees at Woodland Meadows Park. The newly planted trees will help shade pavement, filter air pollution and manage stormwater runoff along this neighborhood corridor. Registration is required. Sign up today. Tools and gloves will be provided. We will begin the morning with a short tree planting demonstration before splitting up into…


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Ivy Removal at Behrens Woods

Saturday, November 22, 2025
9:00 am - 11:30 am

Behrens Woods
3005 SE Bella Vista Pl
Vancouver , WA 98683

Registration is required. Sign up today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs department and our Naturespaces volunteers for a morning of removing invasive plants. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 18 must bring…


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Adopt-A-Park Event at LeRoy Haagen

Saturday, November 22, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Saturday, November 22, 2025 10:00 am Saturday, November 22, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Adopt-A-Park Event at LeRoy Haagen Advance registration is required. Sign up today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs staff and volunteers from our Adopt-A-Park program for a morning of beautifying LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park’s natural area. We will be removing ivy and other non-native plants and spreading mulch. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form. Accessibility is important to us and we’ve taken it into account while planning this event. This…

LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park
13200 NE LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive
Vancouver , WA 98684

Advance registration is required. Sign up today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs staff and volunteers from our Adopt-A-Park program for a morning of beautifying LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park’s natural area. We will be removing ivy and other non-native plants and spreading mulch. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great…


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Pollinator Gardening for Shaded Areas

Saturday, November 22, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Saturday, November 22, 2025 10:00 am Saturday, November 22, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Pollinator Gardening for Shaded Areas Join us for a hands-on workshop and volunteer experience all about creating pollinator-friendly gardens in shady spaces. During the indoor workshop, the Vancouver Bee Project and Jane Tesner Kleiner of nature + play designs will share their knowledge of Pacific Northwest native plants, with a focus on species that thrive in shade. Participants will learn practical tips for transforming grass lawns into vibrant pollinator gardens or habitat patches, supporting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects. After the presentation, we’ll head outdoors to the Water Center garden area to put our learning into practice by planting shade-tolerant native plants and improving…

Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way
Vancouver , WA 98661

Join us for a hands-on workshop and volunteer experience all about creating pollinator-friendly gardens in shady spaces. During the indoor workshop, the Vancouver Bee Project and Jane Tesner Kleiner of nature + play designs will share their knowledge of Pacific Northwest native plants, with a focus on species that thrive in shade. Participants will learn practical tips for transforming grass…


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City Council Community Forum

Monday, November 24, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Add to Calendar Monday, November 24, 2025 6:30 pm Monday, November 24, 2025 6:30 pm America/Los_Angeles City Council Community Forum All community members are invited to attend and share their questions, concerns, and ideas directly with the City Council in informal small-group discussions. No RSVP or registration is required. For interpretation services or accommodations with a disability, please contact the City Manager’s office at 360-487-8600 or cityinfo@cityofvancouver.us. Doors will open at 6 p.m.

Firstenburg Community Center
700 NE 136th Ave
Vancouver , WA 98684

All community members are invited to attend and share their questions, concerns, and ideas directly with the City Council in informal small-group discussions. No RSVP or registration is required. For interpretation services or accommodations with a disability, please contact the City Manager’s office at 360-487-8600 or cityinfo@cityofvancouver.us. Doors will open at 6 p.m.


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Wednesday Wanders

Wednesday, November 26, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Wednesday, November 26, 2025 10:00 am Wednesday, November 26, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Wednesday Wanders 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, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail. This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander! Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails,…

Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way
Vancouver , WA 98661

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, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see…


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Community Tree Lighting

Friday, November 28, 2025
3:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Add to Calendar Friday, November 28, 2025 3:00 pm Friday, November 28, 2025 3:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Community Tree Lighting Join Vancouver Rotary Club for a festive Community Tree Lighting Ceremony with live music, carriage rides, holiday treats and more. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their way to Vancouver on a tugboat, escorted by a flotilla of Columbia River Christmas ships and arrive at the AC Marriott at 5 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., a parade of decorated vehicles will transport them to Esther Short Park, where everyone is invited to enjoy music, entertainment, family photos and refreshments along West Sixth Street. The excitement peaks when the holiday tree is lit at 6 p.m. to officially ring in the holiday…

Esther Short Park
605 Esther St
Vancouver , WA 98660

Join Vancouver Rotary Club for a festive Community Tree Lighting Ceremony with live music, carriage rides, holiday treats and more. Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their way to Vancouver on a tugboat, escorted by a flotilla of Columbia River Christmas ships and arrive at the AC Marriott at 5 p.m. At 5:30 p.m., a parade of decorated vehicles will…


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Free Personalized Business Advising

Monday, December 1, 2025
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Monday, December 1, 2025 9:00 am Monday, December 1, 2025 9:00 am America/Los_Angeles Free Personalized Business Advising Sign up for your appointment: Step 1:  Choose a date, time and location from the office hours listed on the Small Business Advising Flyer Step 2:  Email your preferred one-hour time slot to kyle.todd@wsbc.org The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) promotes economic vitality within the Vancouver community by: Providing confidential business advising Access to on-demand training Business expertise for existing businesses and entrepreneurs The City of Vancouver, the SBA and the SBDC are committed to helping business owners take advantage of free business resources in our community. To learn more about resources, visit cityofvancouver.us/business.

Hispanic Metropolitan Chamber
4400 NE 77th Ave
Vancouver , WA 98662

Sign up for your appointment: Step 1:  Choose a date, time and location from the office hours listed on the Small Business Advising Flyer Step 2:  Email your preferred one-hour time slot to kyle.todd@wsbc.org The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) promotes economic vitality within the Vancouver community by: Providing confidential business advising Access to on-demand training Business expertise for existing…


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Recycling 201: Beyond Curbside

Thursday, December 4, 2025
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Add to Calendar Thursday, December 4, 2025 5:00 pm Thursday, December 4, 2025 5:00 pm America/Los_Angeles Recycling 201: Beyond Curbside Take the next step! Go beyond the basics of curbside recycling. Discover a variety of convenient recycling and reuse options locally for plastic bags, appliances, bulky items and more. Learn to identify different types of batteries and other Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and how to safely dispose of these materials. Organics 101: Curbside Composting 30 minutes after class. Sign up for this free RecycleU workshop today! This workshop will have a hybrid option to attend online or in-person, with the location to be announced soon. These classes are offered through a partnership with Vancouver Solid Waste, Clark County Green Neighbors…

Virtual and in-person option
3101 E 4th Plain Blvd
Vancouver , WA 98661

Take the next step! Go beyond the basics of curbside recycling. Discover a variety of convenient recycling and reuse options locally for plastic bags, appliances, bulky items and more. Learn to identify different types of batteries and other Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) and how to safely dispose of these materials. Organics 101: Curbside Composting 30 minutes after class. Sign up…


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Marine Park Beach Cleanup

Saturday, December 6, 2025
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Add to Calendar Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:30 am Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:30 am America/Los_Angeles Marine Park Beach Cleanup Join the Water Resources Education Center to help remove plastic, styrofoam, and litter from the beaches and prevent it from entering and polluting the Columbia River. All tools will be provided. Expect to walk 2.5 miles on uneven sandy beach areas. Volunteers will collect litter with litter pickers and carry it in buckets while walking the beach and surrounding area. Registration is required. Sign up today! All ages welcome. Youth under 18 must bring a signed minor consent form. Youth under 13 must have an adult guardian present. Contact: Water Center staff at vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-7111

Marine Park
4501 SE Columbia Way
Vancouver , WA 98661

Join the Water Resources Education Center to help remove plastic, styrofoam, and litter from the beaches and prevent it from entering and polluting the Columbia River. All tools will be provided. Expect to walk 2.5 miles on uneven sandy beach areas. Volunteers will collect litter with litter pickers and carry it in buckets while walking the beach and surrounding area.…


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Emerald Landing Corridor Planting

Saturday, December 6, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00 am Saturday, December 6, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Emerald Landing Corridor Planting Join the Urban Forestry team to help plant over 40 new trees along 137th Avenue in the Emerald Landing neighborhood. The newly planted trees will help shade pavement, filter air pollution, and manage stormwater runoff along this neighborhood corridor. Registration is required. Sign up today. Tools, gloves, hot beverages and light snacks will be provided. We will begin the morning with a short tree planting demonstration before splitting up into smaller groups to plant trees. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens–people of all ages and abilities are welcome! Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants…

Emerald Landing Neighborhood
13720 NE 7th Way
Vancouver , WA 98684

Join the Urban Forestry team to help plant over 40 new trees along 137th Avenue in the Emerald Landing neighborhood. The newly planted trees will help shade pavement, filter air pollution, and manage stormwater runoff along this neighborhood corridor. Registration is required. Sign up today. Tools, gloves, hot beverages and light snacks will be provided. We will begin the morning…


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Heritage Park Tree Planting

Thursday, December 11, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Thursday, December 11, 2025 10:00 am Thursday, December 11, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Heritage Park Tree Planting Tools and gloves will be provided. We will begin the morning with a short tree planting demonstration before splitting up into smaller groups to plant trees. Registration is required. Sign up today. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.

Heritage Park
3100 SE 172nd Ave
Vancouver , WA 98683

Tools and gloves will be provided. We will begin the morning with a short tree planting demonstration before splitting up into smaller groups to plant trees. Registration is required. Sign up today. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes.


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Ivy Removal at Behrens Woods

Saturday, December 13, 2025
9:00 am - 11:30 am

Behrens Woods
3005 SE Bella Vista Pl
Vancouver , WA 98683

Registration is required. Sign up today! Join the City of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs department and our Naturespaces volunteers for a morning of removing invasive plants. Training, gloves, tools, water, and snacks will be provided. This opportunity is family-friendly and great for teens. Volunteers should dress for the weather and wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. Youth under 18 must bring…


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Winter Solstice Sunset Walk

Saturday, December 20, 2025
2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Add to Calendar Saturday, December 20, 2025 2:30 pm Saturday, December 20, 2025 2:30 pm America/Los_Angeles Winter Solstice Sunset Walk In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year and the beginning of the sun’s return. From that moment, the light grows stronger—each day stretching a little longer until the summer solstice in June. On this eve of the solstice, take an afternoon walk along the banks of the Columbia River to honor this quiet turning point and the slow return of the light. Walk will happen rain or shine. Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails, and along sandy beaches.  This nature walk is suitable for adults and families…

Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way
Vancouver , WA 98661

In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year and the beginning of the sun’s return. From that moment, the light grows stronger—each day stretching a little longer until the summer solstice in June. On this eve of the solstice, take an afternoon walk along the banks of the Columbia River to honor this quiet…


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Wednesday Wanders

Wednesday, December 31, 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Add to Calendar Wednesday, December 31, 2025 10:00 am Wednesday, December 31, 2025 10:00 am America/Los_Angeles Wednesday Wanders 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, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see and learn on the trail. This program is great for families with youth ages 6 and older as well as adults who want to get out and wander! Be prepared to walk 2 miles on paved pathways, unpaved wetland trails,…

Water Resources Education Center
4600 SE Columbia Way
Vancouver , WA 98661

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, search for wildlife, and learn how these vibrant waterways support life all around us. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned nature lover, there’s always something new to see…


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