Dozens of Vancouver-area residents turned out to the Vancouver City Council’s quarterly community forum Monday evening to get city officials’ input on everything from homelessness…
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Vancouver resident asks Department of Defense to investigate state Sen. John Braun over campaign website
A Vancouver resident has asked the U.S. Department of Defense to investigate Washington Senate Minority Leader John Braun, R-Centralia, for what he calls “a complete…
Clark County Council crafts new ‘beneficial’ review process for county manager
Clark County’s county manager will face a formal review process in the months ahead. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Clark County, Ridgefield officials at odds over growth plans in balance of housing, jobs
When it comes to planning for Ridgefield’s growth over the next 20 years, the city and Clark County planning staff seem to be at odds…
Camas city councilors adopt code of conduct
CAMAS — Camas city councilors last week adopted a code of conduct that spells out expectations for how they should behave in public. Read more… …
Clark County business owners, Sen. Murray talk about Trump tariffs at roundtable
Sonny Mouy and his wife started downtown Vancouver’s Short and Sweet bubble tea and sandwich shop in hopes of creating a community hub. Read more… …
Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Program ‘looking at starting construction in 2026’
If all goes according to plan, construction on the new Interstate 5 Bridge will begin next year, with tolling starting in spring of 2027, bridge…
May vs. shall not: C-Tran board ‘may’ fund operations and maintenance for Trimet light rail on I-5 Bridge
When it comes to paying for light rail on the new Interstate 5 Bridge, C-Tran is keeping its options open. Read more… Source: The Columbian
Vancouver’s new 0.1 percent sales tax a ‘major commitment to expanding arts and cultural services’
A new 0.1 percent sales tax in the city of Vancouver will raise an estimated $7 million a year to expand public access to arts,…
Former Clark County Councilor Temple Lentz ready to champion Port of Vancouver
As the only candidate running for Port of Vancouver commissioner this fall, former Clark County Councilor Temple Lentz aims to bring her experience in transportation…