City of Vancouver, Washington

We're proud to be named among the best cities in the West for the speed and accuracy of our public records request process based on a recent study by InvestigateWest. Last December, InvestigateWest asked the five biggest cities in Washington, Oregon and Idaho for their log of records requests from Nov. 2022 through Nov. 2023 and a week’s worth of communications involving the mayor and City manager. "Vancouver, Washington, was the clear winner, completing both requests — including over 1,800 pages worth of emails and texts — within just eight days." Read the full story: https://lnkd.in/gFC5PFF2

Put your pen where your passion is. Shape local history as part of a Pro or Con Committee for one of the City’s six ballot measures up for a vote in the November general election: 👍 👎 Proposition 4: Police services levy 👍👎 Five proposed changes to the City’s charter (our version of the constitution) Email us at [email protected] by 5 p.m. July 31 to express interest in writing a pro or con statement. Learn more about the measures here: https://bit.ly/4cLiX2L

Following a national search, community input and preliminary screening interviews, City Council has named three finalists for Vancouver's next City Manager: - Nancy Newton, City Manager, City of Springfield - Lon Pluckhahn, Deputy City Manager, City of Vancouver - Jonathan Young, City Attorney, City of Vancouver Reminder: Please join us this week to meet the candidates and learn more about their vision for Vancouver at a Community Q&A session 📅 6 p.m. Thursday, July 18 at Firstenburg Community Center RSVP: https://bit.ly/3y5jxJx 📅 8 a.m. Friday, July 19 at Hilton Vancouver Washington RSVP: https://bit.ly/4f8La4V Read the finalist bios and learn more at https://bit.ly/4d63bPO

On July 15, Vancouver City Council unanimously approved a resolution to place Proposition 4, a levy to fund police services, on the Nov. 5 General Election ballot. If approved by voters, Prop 4 would fund police and supporting services, including: ☑ Add up to 80 full-time equivalent sworn officers in a range of ranks and assignments ☑ Add up to 36 full-time equivalent non-sworn police positions ☑ Equipment, technology, and vehicles consistent with current and future standards ☑ A traffic enforcement camera program ☑ Expand Homeless Assistance & Resources Team (HART) response ☑ Additional operating and related services, including the impact of the additional staffing on jail, corrections, and public defense ☑ Maintenance and facility expenses to provide police services ☑ Administrative and staffing costs related to police staff and services

The community has consistently told us that improving police services and public safety is a priority. On July 15, the City Council will consider a resolution that refers the first of a series of police service funding measures to voters in the November General Election. Read more about the resolution, opportunities to share your priorities for the City's 2025-25 biennial budget and how to meet the finalists for Vancouver's next City Manager in Eric Holmes' latest update:

Vancouver, Washington isn't the bedroom community you used to know. It's a thriving economic hub driving the region forward. We're kicking off work on a new Economic Development Strategy to support small businesses and entrepreneurs, neighborhood commercial districts, good-paying jobs and more. Help shape Vancouver's economic future by sharing your thoughts and insights. Take our survey, available in English, Español, or Русский, by July 26 at https://lnkd.in/gYKwK5mJ. Let's build a prosperous tomorrow together!

Who will be Vancouver's next City Manager? ⁠ ⁠ As we search for our next City Manager, your voice matters. 📢 Join us for one of two Q&A sessions with the finalists next week. This moderated event will introduce the finalists, who will share their visions for our City and answer your burning questions.⁠ ⁠ 🗓️ July 18⁠ 📍 Firstenburg Community Center, 700 N.E. 136th Ave.⁠ 🕗 Doors open at 6 p.m., Event 6:30 to 8 p.m.⁠ ⁠ 🗓️ July 19⁠ 📍 Hilton Vancouver, 301 W. Sixth Street⁠ 🕗 Doors open at 8 a.m., Event 8:30 to 10 a.m.⁠ ⁠ RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gq_g6Phh

EVENT DELAYED: This event has been delayed until late July. A new date will be shared soon! We're developing our first-ever Green Building Policy and need your help. This new policy isn't just about buildings. It's about creating a sustainable future. From bird-friendly designs to drought-tolerant landscaping, these policies can help preserve our natural environment. Join us for our second community forum to help shape a more sustainable and energy-efficient Vancouver for everyone. 📅 Monday, July 16 🕒 6 to 8 p.m. 📍 Location: Virtually and in-person at City Hall, 415 W. 6th St. RSVP at https://lnkd.in/gx7DtcTc

How should we invest? 🍃🚒👬🏡 ⁠ ⁠ We’re working on Vancouver’s 2025-26 biennial budget and want to know which of the City’s eight Strategic Plan focus areas are most important to you. Your feedback will help inform what we prioritize and invest in as we work to close a $43 million gap in our next City budget.⁠ ⁠Tell us by Aug. 2 at https://bit.ly/VanWaBudget

Vancouver’s Summer in the City is almost here! 20 FREE community events starting July 7 at Columbia Tech Center. So many sponsors who make these events possible.