Category: City News

  • Celebrate love at the 2025 Family Valentine’s Ball

    Celebrate love at the 2025 Family Valentine’s Ball

    The highly anticipated annual Family Valentine’s Ball is back for 2025, offering a fun-filled evening of celebration for families and friends. This year’s event will be held on two dates: Friday, Feb. 7, and Saturday, Feb. 8, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Historic Hangar at Pearson Air Museum (1115 E. Fifth Street).

  • City statement on proposed initiative petition

    City statement on proposed initiative petition

    At their meeting on Jan. 6, the Vancouver City Council heard from staff and the public regarding a citizen petition on a proposed ballot measure to adopt a new section into the Vancouver Municipal Code, Chapter 11.80 Street and Development Standards. The Clark County Auditor certifies whether the required number of signatories signed the proposed…

  • City seeks volunteers to serve on Vancouver Housing Authority Board

    City seeks volunteers to serve on Vancouver Housing Authority Board

    The City of Vancouver is now seeking applicants to fill one opening on the Vancouver Housing Authority (VHA) Board of Commissioners. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 7.  ​​This six-member volunteer board sets policy for the operation of the VHA’s low-income rental housing assistance programs and properties in Clark County. Commissioners play a critical role…

  • City seeks volunteer to serve on Transportation and Mobility Commission

    City seeks volunteer to serve on Transportation and Mobility Commission

    The City of Vancouver is seeking community members who use public transit as their main mode of transportation to apply for one opening on the ​Transportation and Mobility Commission​. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 7.  ​​The Transportation and Mobility Commission provides advice to the City Council and staff on a variety of transportation and…

  • City seeks volunteers to serve on Salary Review Commission

    City seeks volunteers to serve on Salary Review Commission

    The City of Vancouver is now seeking applicants to fill two openings on the Salary Review Commission, with a term beginning Feb. 25, 2025, and expiring Feb. 11, 2029. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 7.  ​​The Salary Review Commission reviews the salaries and duties of the mayor and City councilors to establish their salary…

  • City seeks volunteers to serve on Parking Advisory Committee

    City seeks volunteers to serve on Parking Advisory Committee

    The City of Vancouver is now seeking applicants to fill four openings on the Parking Advisory Committee. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 7.  ​​The Parking Advisory Committee advises the City on parking policy and program implementation.   ​Membership eligibility and requirements ​​ For full board details, including meeting times, visit www.cityofvancouver.us/boards.  How to apply Visit…

  • City seeks volunteers to serve on Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission 

    City seeks volunteers to serve on Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission 

    The City of Vancouver is now seeking applicants to fill two mid-term openings on the Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission, with a term beginning Feb. 27 and expiring Dec. 31. Applications are due by Friday, Feb. 7.   ​​The Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission is a nine-member volunteer group responsible for developing and promoting a thriving…

  • Vancouver Police Warn Of Email Scam Involving Request For Bitcoin

    Vancouver Police Warn Of Email Scam Involving Request For Bitcoin

    VPD would like the public to know there is a current scam being sent through email regarding extorting persons for Bitcoin.  The email alleges the sender has the ability to view your computer’s files, camera, and full access through Malware that was installed.  The email is quite lengthy regarding threats of harming the recipient’s reputation. …

  • Vancouver Police increasing traffic safety emphasis patrols

    Vancouver Police increasing traffic safety emphasis patrols

    In 2024, the Vancouver Police Department Traffic Unit investigated a record high 15 fatality collisions. In an effort to increase safety and reduce collisions, the Vancouver Police Department, in concert with the City of Vancouver’s Local Road Safety Plan and Washington Traffic Safety Commission Target Zero campaigns, will be conducting additional traffic safety emphasis patrols from…

  • City preparing to open emergency winter and severe weather shelters

    City preparing to open emergency winter and severe weather shelters

    As the temperatures drop, the City is preparing to open winter weather and severe weather shelters as part of its ongoing homeless emergency declaration. These shelters are opening to increase access to safe and warm spaces for the community’s most vulnerable.  The shelters will serve families and individuals experiencing homelessness, but shelter prioritization will be…