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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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Inspire Vancouver opens first grant applications for community organizations

August 6, 2026

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...

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City opens final call for 2026 Community and Neighborhood grants

July 31, 2026

Vancouver Ballet Folklorico Dia De Los Muertos dance performance in Esther Short Park. 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...
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Temporary ban on all recreational burning

Fire danger in the region is high, and state fire officials warn that this year’s wildfire season could be especially challenging.

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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.

Upcoming Events

Movie in the park.

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Friday Night Movies: “Lilo & Stitch” at Fruit Valley Park

August 14, 2026

Bring your friends and family to a Friday Night Movie, presented by Kaiser Permanente, in Fruit Valley Park! This week, join us for a showing of Lilo & Stitch (PG),…
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Beaks, Feet and Feathers

August 15, 2026

Grab your binoculars and join us for a morning of bird discovery! Learn how beaks, feet, and feathers help birds thrive, then hit the trail to see who lives in…
A meadow clearing surrounded by tall evergreen trees.

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Open House: East Vancouver Community Park Planning

August 15, 2026

The City of Vancouver is building a new community park in east Vancouver, and we want your help designing it. The new park will be 14-acres and located next to…
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Upcoming Meetings

City Council Workshop

Mon, Aug 17, 2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 PM

City Hall

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City Council Meeting

Mon, Aug 17, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 PM

City Hall

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Civil Service Commission Meeting

Wed, Aug 19, 2026
8:00 am - 10:00 AM

City Hall, Council Chambers

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Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting

Wed, Aug 19, 2026
4:30 pm - 6:00 PM

City Hall, Aspen Room

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