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City Manager update: August 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 cities, Vancouver is navigating a critical shortage…
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Inspire Vancouver opens first grant applications for community organizations
Inspire Vancouver is accepting applications for its Innovation, Impact and Comprehensive grants, marking a major milestone in the City of Vancouver’s new Cultural Access Program. The grants provide support to nonprofits and community organizations that expand access to arts, culture, heritage and science for Vancouver residents. Inspire Vancouver grants are open to eligible nonprofit organizations…
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City opens final call for 2026 Community and Neighborhood grants
The City is accepting applications for the Community and Neighborhood Grants Program. There are 19 microgrants up to $500 each available. All awarded funds must be used during the 2026 calendar year. Apply on the City’s Community and Neighborhood Grants Program webpage by 11:59 p.m. on Sept. 18, 2026. Reviewers seek applications that: The City…
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City opens Lodging Tax Grant applications for 2027 tourism events, festivals and programs
The City’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will accept grant applications for 2027 tourism-related projects and events from Aug. 4 to Sept. 20. Grants are available for local events and festivals, tourism promotion and marketing programs that increase overnight and day-visit tourism. Lodging Tax Grants are funded through a four percent lodging tax on hotel, motel,…
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A message from Vancouver Police Chief Troy Price
To the residents and business owners of Vancouver: You have likely heard that there has been a directive from the City of Vancouver regarding how the Vancouver Police Department will handle low-level misdemeanor crimes. As the Vancouver Police Chief, I want to assure you that Vancouver Police Officers will continue to respond to and take…
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Vancouver Police Respond to Local Mall for Report of a Stabbing
On July 23, 2026, at around 8:00 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to the Vancouver Mall after a male called 9-1-1 to report he was inside the mall and had been stabbed. Police located him in the bathroom of a store inside the mall. The man had multiple stab wounds and Officers provided medical aid prior…
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A message from the City Manager: Vancouver Police Department citations
With recent reporting around a change to the types of activities Vancouver Police can automatically issue a citation for, I wanted to make sure you have a full understanding of what is happening and why. After months of discussion with me and the City Attorney, the Chief issued a memo asking VPD officers to adjust…
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Vancouver Police Investigate Hit-and-Run Collision
On July 21, 2026, at around 10:00 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to the 5700 block of NE Hwy 99 for a serious injury hit-and-run collision. According to a witness, a pedestrian was attempting to cross Hwy 99 in an area where there is no crosswalk when he was hit by a vehicle traveling northbound. The…
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Fire and Arson Investigation Concludes Playground Fire Was Intentionally Set; Reward Offered for Information
Vancouver, Wash. – The Vancouver Fire Department, in cooperation with the Vancouver Police Department, has completed its investigation into the fire that destroyed the play structure at Oakbrook Park, located at 3103 NE 99th Ave, on July 20, 2026. Fire Investigators have determined the fire was the result of arson. Fire crews were dispatched to…
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City and National Park Service to host A Flight Through Time at Pearson Field
The City of Vancouver and the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site will host the community at Pearson Field (101 E. Reserve St.) and Pearson Field Air Museum (1115 E. Fifth St.) for a free, family‑friendly celebration on Saturday, August 15, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A Flight Through Time at Pearson Field celebrates history, innovation, and community with activities for everyone from families to experienced pilots. The event will feature guided walking…
