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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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City opens Lodging Tax Grant applications for 2027 tourism events, festivals and programs

July 29, 2026

Attendees enjoy a performance at the 2025 Vancouver Arts and Music Festival. 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...

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A message from Vancouver Police Chief Troy Price

July 25, 2026

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...
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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

Round secondary clarifier at Marine Park Wastewater Treatment Facility
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Go With the Flow: First Thursday Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour

August 6, 2026

Due to current air quality conditions and the City of Vancouver’s Extreme Weather Guidelines, this tour has been canceled. Join us for a free tour of the City of Vancouver’s…
Pacific lamprey, showing gills and suction mouth.
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Fintastic Fish!

August 7, 2026

Have you ever wondered how fish like lamprey and salmon make incredible journeys to the ocean and back home again? Dive into the fascinating life cycles of these amazing fish…
White vendor tents filled with colorful art in Esther Short Park.

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Vancouver Arts & Music Festival – Friday

August 7, 2026

Dive into a world of electrifying creativity at the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival! This spectacular free event is open to all ages and will transform Esther Short Park and downtown Vancouver…
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Upcoming Meetings

Pre-Application Conference

Thu, Aug 6, 2026
9:00 am - 11:00 AM

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City Council Workshop

Mon, Aug 10, 2026
4:15 pm - 6:00 PM

City Hall

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City Council Meeting

Mon, Aug 10, 2026
6:30 pm - 8:30 PM

City Hall

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Planning Commission Meeting

Tue, Aug 11, 2026
4:30 pm - 8:00 PM

City Hall, Council Chambers

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