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Vancouver Police stolen vehicle operation results in arrest of armed Drive-By Shooting suspect, multiple stolen vehicle arrests, and life saving measures during a medical emergency
On Friday, January 26, 2024, the Vancouver Police Department conducted their third SW Washington joint Stolen Vehicle Operation (SVO) with the Clark County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). This operation ran concurrently with multiple law enforcement agencies in the Portland metro area who ran their own SVO mission. Here is a link to the Portland Police Bureau…
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City to host open house for Waterfront Gateway Plaza design
The City of Vancouver invites community members to join staff from the City and local real estate firm, Lincoln (formerly LPC West), to provide feedback on design plans for the new Waterfront Gateway public plaza from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 1 in the Aspen Room at Vancouver City Hall, 415 W. Sixth…
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Vancouver Public Works crews respond quickly to sinkhole resulting from water main leak
A sinkhole that developed over the weekend at the intersection of Washington Street and West 30th Street has been filled with compacted gravel, making the area safe for travelers. This temporary street repair will be in place until paving to repair the street surface fully can be completed this spring with more favorable weather conditions.…
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Vancouver Police Hosting Volunteer Recruitment Open House
The Vancouver Police Department is currently accepting applications for the Spring Neighbors On Watch (NOW) Academy (April 11-May 9). In anticipation of that academy, we will be hosting a volunteer recruitment open house where community members can learn more about volunteer opportunities at the Vancouver Police Department, meet current volunteers and connect with officers from…
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City of Vancouver now accepting short-term rental permit applications
The City of Vancouver is now accepting permit applications for its new short-term rental pilot program. The new application process follows Vancouver City Council’s adoption of a Short-Term Rental (STR) ordinance on Dec. 18, 2023, outlining new regulations and requirements for those operating STRs, like Airbnb’s and VRBO’s, in Vancouver. Until now, the City’s Land…
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Vancouver Police investigate stolen Vancouver Fire Department vehicle, suspect arrested
On January 15 at approximately 10:30 p.m., Vancouver Police responded to the area of W Mill Plain Blvd and Kauffman Ave for a report of a Vancouver Fire Department Squad 1 Dodge 5500 truck being stolen from the scene of a medical call while paramedics were inside with a patient. An extensive search for the…
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City welcomes new director to public works
The City of Vancouver is announcing the appointment of a new Public Works Director. Starting in January, Steve Worley joins Vancouver from Pasco, Washington where he has led the Public Works department since 2018. A licensed professional engineer, Worley has extensive experience in Washington and is highly regarded for his forward-thinking and creativity in the…
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Application now open for Community and Neighborhood Grants
The City of Vancouver is now accepting applications for its Community and Neighborhood Grants Program. This program’s goal is to build and strengthen community connections, encourage partnerships between groups and empower residents to take meaningful action in their community. “After more than a decade, we’re delighted to bring back and expand such a wonderful…
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Housing stories: Titania’s pursuit of home
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City Manager Update: January 2024
