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City of Vancouver issues temporary ban on all recreational burning

June 16, 2026

Vancouver Fire Marshal Heidi Scarpelli is issuing a total ban on recreational burning within Vancouver city limits beginning at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, June 17. The ban is being implemented due to very dry conditions, low fuel moisture, and ongoing hot weather, all of which increase the likelihood that fires will start easily...

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City Council to host community forum on climate June 22

June 15, 2026

City Council will hold its next council community forum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Monday, June 22, at the Vancouver Arts Hub, 1007 East Mill Plain Boulevard. The forum will focus on how our community is leading the way in environmental sustainability. Feedback gathered during the event...

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Vancouver Police Investigate Homicide

June 15, 2026

On June 15, 2026, at around 12:37 a.m., Vancouver Police responded to the 3500 block of Creston Avenue for the report of gunshots heard. Callers to 9-1-1 also reported that there was a group of 25-30 teens in the street and that someone was performing CPR on someone...
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Watch: Supporting Fourth Plain's entrepreneurs

From bakeries to pho shops, taquerias to boba – there’s something for everyone on Fourth Plain. The City is rolling out new programs and resources to help ensure Fourth Plain businesses stay open, grow, and thrive.

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Campus Community Garden Flora & Fauna Friday

June 19, 2026

Advance registration is required. Flora and Fauna Friday Campus Community Garden RSVP. *This is an outside work party* where volunteers will distribute mulch, pick up litter and pull invasive plants…
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Volunteer at the Pollinator Festival

June 20, 2026

All volunteer shifts for the festival are now full! You are still welcome to attend this free event and attend a guided tour, learn from one of the many guest speakers,…
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Juneteenth Freedom Celebration

June 20, 2026

Join Odyssey World International Education Services and the City of Vancouver at the Juneteenth Freedom Celebration. This free event is open to all ages and features live music from Wamba and Jujuba,…
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Upcoming Meetings

Civil Service Commission Meeting

Wed, Jun 17, 2026
8:00 am - 10:00 AM

City Hall, Council Chambers

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Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting

Wed, Jun 17, 2026
4:30 pm - 6:00 PM

City Hall, Aspen Room

Add to Calendar June 17, 2026 4:30 pm June 17, 2026 6:00 pm UTC Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting View meeting agenda and minutes City Hall, Aspen Room

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Urban Forestry Commission Meeting

Wed, Jun 17, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 PM

Marine Park Engineering Conference Room

Add to Calendar June 17, 2026 6:00 pm June 17, 2026 8:00 pm UTC Urban Forestry Commission Meeting View meeting agenda and minutes Marine Park Engineering Conference Room

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Salary Review Commission

Mon, Jun 22, 2026
4:00 pm - 6:00 PM

Marine Park Engineering, Conference Room

Add to Calendar June 22, 2026 4:00 pm June 22, 2026 6:00 pm UTC Salary Review Commission View meeting agenda and minutes Marine Park Engineering, Conference Room

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