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Planning Commission
The Vancouver Planning Commission holds a retreat with a site tour and development review training, followed by a regular meeting. They will adopt April minutes, recap the retreat, hold a community forum, and workshop the Evergreen Public Schools Capital Facilities Plan. Staff will also provide an orientation to renovated council chambers.
- Site tour of multifamily development at West 12th and Main streets
- Development Review Process Training, Pt. 2
- Adoption of minutes from April 28, 2026
- Workshop: Evergreen Public Schools Capital Facilities Plan
- Orientation to renovated Council Chambers
Civil Service Commission
Downtown Redevelopment Authority
City Council
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Recent meetings
Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission
Salary Review Commission
Public Facilities District Board
The Public Facilities District Board will elect officers, ratify a legal contract (SR 06.25.26.01), and vote on appointing the Executive Director. They will also approve meeting minutes, claims and vouchers, and receive updates on May financials and the audit. A general manager update and possible executive session are on the agenda.
- Officer elections for President and Secretary/Treasurer
- Ratification of legal contract SR 06.25.26.01
- Approval of appointment of Executive Director
- Approval of claims and vouchers
- Audit update from Executive Director
Planning Commission
Salary Review Commission
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will hold a public Community Forum at the Arts Hub to gather feedback on environmental sustainability for the Climate Action Framework. Written comments are due by noon, and in-person testimony is limited to three minutes.
- Community Forum at Arts Hub (1007 E Mill Plain Blvd.)
- Feedback to inform the City's Climate Action Framework
- Written comments due by 12:00 p.m. June 22, 2026
- In-person testimony limited to three minutes
- City Council dinner and administrative updates (6:00 - 6:30 PM)
General
The Urban Forestry Commission will hold a regular meeting, welcoming new Commissioner Bianca Gonzalez. They will receive an update on the Street Tree Inventory Project and discuss Heritage Tree preparation for 2027. The commission will also review the 2027-28 Urban Forestry Work Plan and budget preparation.
- Welcome new Commissioner Bianca Gonzalez
- Update on Street Tree Inventory Project
- Discussion on Heritage Tree preparation for 2027
- Review of 2027-28 Urban Forestry Work Plan and budget prep
- Update on Old Apple Tree Festival
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a workshop covering the department budget, an update from the Clark County Sustainable Parks Funding Team, and playground replacement plans at Bella Vista, Franklin, and Jaggy Road. The commission will also hear reports from staff and partner agencies, including the Parks Foundation and school districts. Public testimony is accepted in writing, remotely, or in person.
- Budget update for Parks & Recreation department
- Clark County Sustainable Parks Funding Team update
- Playground replacement updates: Bella Vista, Franklin, Jaggy Road
- Community forum for public testimony on any issue
- Reports from Evergreen School District, Vancouver Public Schools, and Parks Foundation
Civil Service Commission
The Vancouver Civil Service Commission will meet to approve minutes, receive department reports, and certify three police officer eligibility lists. The body will also consider a rule revision.
- Certify Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
- Certify Lateral Police Officer eligibility list
- Certify Police Business Operations Specialist eligibility list
- Review Fire department report
- Review Police department report
Building and Fire Code Commission
The Building and Fire Code Commission will hear a technical code presentation from the Building Official and Fire Marshal, then deliberate and vote on recommendations. Public comment is invited. No specific code changes or dollar amounts are listed in the agenda.
- Technical Code Presentation by Building Official and Fire Marshal
- Commission deliberation and possible action on code recommendations
- Public comment period for residents
- Legislative background from Assistant City Attorney
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will meet to approve contracts for police ammunition, homeless services, and a public works campus, and to adopt a six-year transportation improvement program.
- Contract amendment for Kiggins Village Safe Stay operator increases funding to $3,758,595
- Contract amendment for Live Love Outreach Safe Park service increases funding to $1,948,592
- Contract amendment for Skanska Construction increases funding to $19,702,788
- Police ammunition purchase threshold increased to $600,000 through 2028
- Adoption of the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program
Salary Review Commission
General
The Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission will hold a workshop to discuss and potentially approve the Inspire Vancouver grant process. They will also receive updates on public school cultural access programs, the Arts Hub, the Vancouver Art & Music Festival, and America250 activities. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and community forum.
- Workshop item: Inspire Vancouver Grant Process Workgroup Update & Approval
- Public School Cultural Access Programming discussion
- Arts Hub Update
- Vancouver Art & Music Festival Update
- Discussion on Summer Volunteer Commitments
Aviation Advisory Committee
The committee will review a Comprehensive Plan update and a quarterly budget report. Members are scheduled to discuss recommendations regarding a Master Plan contract award, FAA grant funding, and an office space lease at 105 E. Reserve St.
- Master Plan Contract Award and FAA Grant Funding recommendation
- Lease Agreement for Office Space located at 105 E. Reserve St
- Comprehensive Plan Update
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will consider approving program guidelines for distributing lodging tax revenue. They will also review and discuss grant application questions and scoring criteria for various categories including cultural enrichment, large events, tourism organizations, and tourism programs/facilities. Additionally, the committee will hear a presentation on budget process and fiscal data, and schedule applicant presentations.
- Approval of program guidelines document
- Discussion of Cultural Enrichment Grant application questions
- Discussion of Large Event Festival application questions
- Discussion of Tourism Organization Operating application questions
- Review of LTAC Grant Scoring Tool
Parking Advisory Committee
The Parking Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on parking data and infrastructure. The session focuses on reporting current status and outlooks for specific parking projects.
- Weekend Data Update and Outlook
- Lot 18 Parking and Access Control Update
- Shared Parking and Wayfinding Update
Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council is reviewing several contract amendments for a new Public Works Operations Campus and various lease agreements. Additionally, the council will consider an ordinance to suspend Evergreen School District impact fees for six months.
- Contract amendment for TCF Architecture for New Public Works Operations Campus up to $17,505,385
- Contract amendment for Skanska Construction for New Public Works Operations Campus up to $18,687,995
- Esri GIS software and services contract not to exceed $392,912
- Six-month moratorium on Evergreen School District impact fees
- Ordinance regarding water resources protection development regulations
The City Council adopted an interim control ordinance suspending the collection of Evergreen School District impact fees for six months. Council also approved several contract amendments for a new Public Works Operations Campus and various committee appointments.
- Adopted Ordinance M-4534 imposing a six-month moratorium on Evergreen School District Impact Fees
- Approved $392,912 GIS software contract with Esri
- Approved $2,131,499 increase to TCF Architecture contract for Public Works Operations Campus
- Approved $3,765,891 increase to Skanska Construction contract for Public Works Operations Campus
- Approved lease agreements for Slocum House and Clark County Historical Museum
- Approved $5,410,100.65 in claim vouchers
- Advanced water resources protection ordinance to public hearing on June 15, 2026
- Approved first reading of pedestrian interference ordinance
Salary Review Commission
Transportation and Mobility Commission
The Transportation and Mobility Commission is holding workshops on two topics: a Climate Action Framework update focusing on land use and transportation strategies, and a discussion on the Interstate Bridge Replacement Project. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting includes public testimony and approval of prior minutes.
- Workshop: Climate Action Framework Update – Land Use and Transportation Strategies presented by policy analyst Rebecca Small
- Workshop: Discussion on Interstate Bridge Replacement Project (chair-led)
- Public testimony period (three-minute limit, available in writing, remotely, or in person)
- Approval of minutes from May 5, 2026 meeting
Salary Review Commission
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will hold a public hearing and final vote on the Our Vancouver 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and land use code. Consent agenda items include a $2.2 million resurfacing contract, a $2.8 million design contract for NE 18th Street, and the police command guild collective bargaining agreement. Workshops cover the Inspire Vancouver program, sustainable funding, and the 2027-2032 Transportation Improvement Program.
- Public hearing and second reading of ordinance adopting 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and Title 20 Land Use Code
- Contract award for 2026 Resurfacing Project to Granite Construction for $2,205,896
- Service agreement with Harper Houf Peterson Righellis Inc. for NE 18th Street design services for $2,817,466.52
- Vancouver Police Command Guild collective bargaining agreement for 2026-2028
- Interstate Bridge Replacement intergovernmental agreement amendment extending to June 30, 2027
The council adopted Ordinance M-4533 approving the 'Our Vancouver' 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, a new zoning map, and updated Title 20 Land Use and Development Code, with a 6-0-1 vote (Councilmember Hansen recused). The consent agenda also awarded a $2.2M street resurfacing contract, extended shelter funding for Share WHAT and YWCA SafeChoice, approved a police command guild labor agreement, and authorized an Officers Row historic preservation grant application.
- Adopted Ordinance M-4533 adopting 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and Title 20 (6-0-1, Hansen recused)
- Awarded $2,205,896 construction contract for 2026 Resurfacing Project to Granite Construction (7-0)
- Approved $2,817,466.52 service agreement with Harper Houf Peterson Righellis for NE 18th Street design (7-0)
- Increased fleet card max expenditure from $300,000 to $600,000 with WEX Bank (7-0)
- Extended Interstate Bridge Replacement intergovernmental agreement termination date to June 30, 2027 (7-0)
- Ratified 2026-2028 collective bargaining agreement with Vancouver Police Command Guild (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution M-4384 approving increased funding and timeline extension for Share WHAT Shelter and YWCA SafeChoice Shelter (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution M-4385 authorizing grant application for Officer's Row buildings 3, 4, 12, and 18 rehabilitation (7-0)
Planning Commission
City Center Redevelopment Authority
The Board will receive reports on the development pipeline and subcommittee meetings. Staff will also provide updates on multi-family tax exemptions, the Main Street Promise Project, and a wayfinding project.
- Multi-Family Tax Exemption Renewal Update
- Main Street Promise Project Update
- Wayfinding Project Update
Urban Forestry Commission
The Urban Forestry Commission will discuss several updates, including a presentation from the Vancouver Bee Project on local bee species, a debrief of Arbor Day 2026, and planning for a potential summer hiatus. The commission will also review the 2027-28 Urban Forestry Work Plan and receive program updates from Friends of Trees and the Old Apple Tree Festival.
- Special guest Kyle Roslund with Vancouver Bee Project update on local bee species
- Discussion of taking a summer month off from meetings (Calendar review)
- Arbor Day 2026 debrief
- 2027-28 Urban Forestry Work Plan review
- Old Apple Tree Festival update
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
The commission will conduct a workshop covering various seasonal updates and project reports. Discussion items include summer recreation, festivals, and the Vancouver Bee Project.
- Vancouver Bee Project Update
- Summer Recreation Updates
- Summer Events & Festivals Update
- Clark County Sustainable Parks Funding Team Update
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission approved April 2026 meeting minutes by consensus and unanimously elected Jenny Thompson as the new Chair. No public comment or other voting items were presented.
- Approved April 15, 2026 meeting minutes by consensus
- Elected Jenny Thompson as Chair (unanimous)
General
The Civil Service Commission will review reports from the fire and police departments. The commission is scheduled to certify the entry-level police officer eligibility list and consider an extension for the Battalion Chief eligibility list.
- Certify Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
- Request for extension of the Battalion Chief eligibility list
- Rule Revision 2026-002
- Fire department report and updates
- Police department report and updates
General
The Vancouver Transportation Benefit District will hold a public hearing and consider adopting amendments to the 2025/2026 Biennial Work Plan and Budget. The board will also approve consent agenda items including November 2025 meeting minutes and the 2026 regular meeting schedule, and adopt a resolution issuing the 2025 Annual Report to the Community.
- Approval of November 10, 2025 meeting minutes
- Adoption of 2026 regular board meeting schedule
- Public hearing on resolution amending Biennial Work Plan and Budget for 2025/2026
- Adoption of resolution issuing 2025 Annual Report to the Community
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will hold workshops on the Portland International Airport Master Plan update, the Climate Action Framework, and the Fruit Valley for All Action Plan, followed by a regular meeting. Among the consent agenda items, the council will vote on a $2,229,483 services agreement with Brown and Caldwell for preliminary design of PFAS treatment at Water Station 1, and will hold a first reading of an ordinance amending the pedestrian interference code. The meeting also includes appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission and Salary Review Commission.
- $2.2M services agreement with Brown and Caldwell for PFAS treatment system preliminary design at Water Station 1
- First reading of ordinance amending VMC 7.04.020 'Pedestrian Interference'
- Reappointment and appointments to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission (Jenny Thompson, James Luce, Terah Ebie)
- Appointments to the Salary Review Commission (Maria Leonard, Miranda Sulley) and removal of two members
- Workshop: Climate Action Framework update (approx. 1 hour)
The City Council authorized a services agreement for PFAS treatment system design and approved over $11 million in claim vouchers. Council also moved forward with an ordinance regarding pedestrian interference and filled several commission vacancies.
- Approved services agreement with Brown and Caldwell for Water Station 1 PFAS Treatment System design not to exceed $2,229,483 (7-0)
- Approved first reading of ordinance amending VMC Section 7.04.020 'Pedestrian Interference' (7-0)
- Approved $11,195,212.74 in claim vouchers (7-0)
- Reappointed Jenny Thompson and appointed James Luce and Terah Ebie to Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission (7-0)
- Removed Patricia Stepp and Margot Rice and appointed Maria Leonard and Miranda Sulley to Salary Review Commission (7-0)
- Approved May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0-2)
Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission
The Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission will workshop four items: recommendations from the Application Review Subcommittee, Inspire Vancouver School Grants, Grant Process Workgroup updates, and an Inspire Vancouver Outreach update. No votes or decisions are scheduled on these workshop items.
- Application Review Subcommittee Recommendations
- Inspire Vancouver School Grants
- Grant Process Workgroup Updates
- Inspire Vancouver Outreach Update
- Approval of April CAHC minutes
The Culture, Arts & Heritage Commission unanimously approved a slate of four candidates (Carmen Garcia Marshall, Sam Garrison, Tracy Fortmann, Shannon Stewart) to forward to the City Council's board recruitment subcommittee. The commission also received updates on the Inspire Vancouver School Grant program, grant process workgroup developments, and community outreach efforts for the new grant program.
- Approved slate of four candidates for City Council board recruitment subcommittee (unanimous)
Aviation Advisory Committee
The Aviation Advisory Committee will consider awarding a Master Plan contract to Century West and recommend an FAA grant. They will also resume discussion on a waitlist policy recommendation and review the quarterly budget. The meeting begins with an executive session on pending litigation.
- Master Plan Contract Award to Century West and FAA Grant Funding — recommendation
- Waitlist Policy Recommendation — resume discussion
- Quarterly Budget Review
- Comprehensive Plan Update Review
- Approval of Minutes for April 8, 2026
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hear an update from Visit Vancouver WA on the Destination Master Plan and a panel discussion featuring grant recipients from the Ke Kukui Foundation, Visit Vancouver WA, and the Vancouver Downtown Association. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and community communications.
- Update on Visit Vancouver WA Destination Master Plan by President and CEO Cliff Meyers
- Grant Recipient Panel with Kaloku Holt (Ke Kukui Foundation), Cliff Meyer (Visit Vancouver WA), and Michael Walker (Vancouver Downtown Association)
- Approval of minutes from the April 8, 2026 meeting
- Community communications period for public testimony
Parking Advisory Committee
Planning Commission
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on the New Public Works Campus project and an Engagement and Access update, followed by an executive session on potential litigation. During the regular meeting, the consent agenda includes a first reading of the ordinance adopting the Our Vancouver 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and Title 20 land use code, with a public hearing set for June 1. Two public hearings are scheduled: one for a telecom franchise with Mashell Telecom (Lightcurve) and another for the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds.
- First reading of ordinance adopting the Our Vancouver 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, new Zoning Map, and Title 20 Land Use Code (second reading and public hearing June 1, 2026)
- Contract amendment with Wolff Specialties to increase spending from $300,000 to $800,000 for converting 26 light-duty trucks to propane bi-fuel systems
- Contract amendment with Parkeon/Flowbird to increase the not-to-exceed amount by $600,000 to $900,000 for parking meter services
- Public hearing on a non-exclusive telecom franchise for Mashell Telecom (Lightcurve) to operate in public rights-of-way
- Public hearing and resolution to adopt the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funding awards
The council approved the first reading of the Our Vancouver 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and land use code update, with a second reading and public hearing set for June 1. It also finalized a telecommunications franchise for Lightcurve and adopted the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan. Consent items included contract amendments for propane vehicle conversions and parking meter services, plus $9.4 million in claims. Two councilmembers were absent.
- Approved first reading of ordinance adopting Our Vancouver 2026-2045 Comprehensive Plan, zoning map, and Title 20 (4-0-1, Hansen abstained)
- Approved non-exclusive telecom franchise for Lightcurve (Ordinance M-4532) (5-0)
- Approved resolution adopting 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan (Resolution M-4383) (5-0)
- Approved contract amendment with Wolff Specialties to increase propane conversion funding to $800,000 (consent, 5-0)
- Approved contract amendment with Parkeon/Flowbird for parking meter services, increasing not-to-exceed amount to $900,000 (consent, 5-0)
- Approved claim vouchers totaling $9,437,795.19 (consent, 5-0)
- Excused absent Councilmembers Paulsen and Perez (5-0)
- Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 (5-0)
Telecommunications Commission
The Telecommunications Commission will meet to elect officers and introduce a new commissioner. The body will discuss meeting accessibility standards and review 2025 annual reports for TV ETC and CVTV.
- Introduction of New Commissioner Marilee Scarbrough
- Election of Officers
- Discussion of Meeting Accessibility Standards
- Review of TV ETC 2025 Annual Report
- Review of CVTV 2025 Annual Report
Transportation and Mobility Commission
The Transportation and Mobility Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the 2027–2032 Transportation Improvement Program. The meeting includes workshops on bus stop accessibility and transportation impact fees, as well as a report on 2025 corridor planning designs.
- Public hearing: 2027–2032 Transportation Improvement Program
- Workshop: C-TRAN Bus Stop Prioritization Accessibility Project
- Workshop: Transportation Impact Fee Update
- Report: 2025 Corridor Planning Projects – Long-Term Designs
City Council
The City Council will consider approving an interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation to address homeless encampments on WSDOT rights-of-way. Other significant items include awarding a $951,808 contract for pavement repairs, increasing software contract limits with Workday by $750,000, and adopting the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funds. The meeting also includes workshops on digital accessibility and PFAS mitigation, as well as amendments to several council policies.
- Interlocal agreement with WSDOT to address homeless encampments on state-owned rights-of-way
- Award of $951,808 contract to Lakeside Industries for 2026 Pavement Repairs Project
- Increase of $750,000 to Workday software contract, to a total of $4,601,625
- Adoption of 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds
- Amendment of City Council policies on meetings, staff relations, and ethics/conduct
The council approved an interlocal agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation to address homeless encampments on state rights-of-way (6-0). A construction contract for the 2026 Pavement Repairs Project was awarded to Lakeside Industries at $951,808 (6-0). The council also voted 5-1 to create a sub-quorum to explore an ethics commission, and remanded the 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan back to staff for further review, to return on May 11.
- Approved interlocal agreement with WSDOT on homeless encampments (6-0)
- Awarded $951,808 contract for 2026 Pavement Repairs to Lakeside Industries (6-0)
- Authorized $750,000 increase to Workday software contract (6-0)
- Created sub-quorum to explore an ethics commission (5-1)
- Remanded 2026 HUD Annual Action Plan to staff, return May 11 (6-0)
- Approved claim vouchers totaling $10,331,362.65 (6-0)
- Adopted three resolutions amending Council Policies 100-32, 100-34, and 100-36 (6-0)
Planning Commission
The Vancouver Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2025-2045 Comprehensive Plan, a Preferred Alternative Land Use Map, and Updates to Title 20 Development Code, supported by a Final Environmental Impact Statement. This is the main item on the agenda; other items are procedural (call to order, approval of minutes, community forum, staff communications).
- Public hearing: Comprehensive Plan Update adopting 2025-2045 Comprehensive Plan, Preferred Alternative Land Use Map, Updated Title 20 Development Code, supported by a Final Environmental Impact Statement
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on the Comprehensive Plan Update, Biennial Forecast and Policy Direction, and Interstate Bridge Replacement before the regular meeting. During the meeting, they will vote on a consent agenda including sewer, water, and park contracts, an interlocal agreement for street improvements, and a financial policy resolution. A public hearing will finalize a non-exclusive telecommunications franchise for Fatbeam LLC.
- Public hearing on Fatbeam LLC telecommunications franchise ordinance
- Contract amendment for Waterfront Park maintenance with Pacific Landscaping Services, increase of $356,108 to $1,192,216
- Interlocal agreement with Clark Public Utilities for $580,902 in electric line relocation for MacArthur/Mill Plain Complete Streets
- Amendment to 2026 Comprehensive Water System Plan contract with West Yost, increase of $61,763 to $652,404
- Resolution amending the City's 2025-2026 Financial Policies
Council approved a right-of-way telecommunications franchise for Fatbeam LLC on second reading, adopted a resolution amending the city's financial policies, appointed Jaynee Cavaness to the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Board, and added Councilmember Harless to the C-TRAN Board. All votes were 7-0.
- Approved Ordinance M-4531 granting Fatbeam LLC a telecommunications franchise (7-0)
- Adopted Resolution M-4379 amending the city's 2025-2026 Financial Policies (7-0)
- Appointed Jaynee Cavaness to the Fort Vancouver Regional Library Board (7-0)
- Added Councilmember Harless as fourth C-TRAN Board member and Councilmember Stober as alternate (7-0)
- Accepted Trunk G2 Sewer Diversion Project and authorized bond release (7-0)
- Approved Amendment No.1 to comprehensive water system plan contract, increasing by $61,763 (7-0)
- Approved Amendment No.4 to Pacific Landscaping contract, increasing by $356,108 for Waterfront Park maintenance (7-0)
- Authorized interlocal agreement with Clark Public Utilities for $580,902 electric line relocation (7-0)
General
The Urban Forestry Commission will hold a retreat to discuss past successes, the Urban Forestry Management Plan, grant funding, and programming for 2027-28. Commissioners will review and possibly reorganize subcommittees (Policy, Outreach, Pollinator, Corridors) and discuss neighborhood liaison roles. The meeting focuses on strategic planning and community engagement.
- Review of Urban Forestry Management Plan and Work Plan 2025-26
- Subcommittee assignments and possible new subcommittees
- Neighborhood liaison role review and improvements
- Discussion of grant funding opportunities
- Community engagement ideas for next five years
City Center Redevelopment Authority
Downtown Redevelopment Authority
General
The Urban Forestry Commission will vote on removing a declining Norway Maple Heritage Tree (per VMC.20.770.120.D) and discuss Arbor Day 2026, retreat planning, and program updates including the 2025 annual report.
- Removal of Norway Maple Heritage Tree – commission vote requested
- Arbor Day 2026 planning discussion
- UFC Retreat Planning 2026 discussion
- Friends of Trees update and 2025 Annual Report review
- Parks and Recreation Commission Liaison Role update
Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission
The Parks & Recreation Advisory Commission will hold a workshop on a VIC introduction and an Arts Hub update, followed by reports from the department director, commission chair, school districts, and the Parks Foundation. The agenda includes community forum and approval of minutes, but no formal votes or major decisions are listed.
- Workshop: VIC Introduction
- Workshop: Arts Hub Update
- Report from Evergreen School District
- Report from Vancouver Public Schools
- Report from Parks Foundation
The commission received updates on the development of a 14.2-acre park at the Vancouver Innovation Center and the phased activation of the Vancouver Arts Hub. No new policies were decided, though the March 18, 2026, meeting minutes were approved.
- Approved March 18, 2026, meeting minutes (consensus)
Civil Service Commission
The Civil Service Commission will consider certifying eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral police officer positions. The meeting also includes approval of March minutes, reports from fire and police departments, and a community forum for public comment on agenda items.
- Certify Entry Level Police Officer eligibility list
- Certify Lateral Police Officer eligibility list
- Removal from eligibility lists (Secretary/Examiner report)
- Fire Department report and updates
- Police Department report and updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold workshops on two major updates: the Title 20 Development Code Draft Final Code and the Comprehensive Plan Draft Final Plan. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion sessions to review proposed changes before formal adoption. The meeting also includes a community forum for public testimony.
- Workshop on Title 20 Development Code Update, Draft Final Code
- Workshop on Comprehensive Plan Update, Draft Final Plan
- Community Forum for public testimony (3-minute limit, in-person, remote, or written)
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will vote on a resolution related to light rail transit for the Interstate Bridge Replacement program and consider a consent agenda with over a dozen items, including major construction contracts and funding adjustments. Public testimony is accepted on agenda items, and workshops on the state legislative session and comprehensive plan update precede the regular meeting.
- Award $6,874,837 contract to Colf Construction for MacArthur/Mill Plain Complete Streets Improvements
- Approve $3,600,000 interfund loan from General Fund to Fire Fund for Fire Station 8 construction
- Authorize $1,700,000 contract with Cascade Fire Equipment Corp for a Heavy Rescue Truck
- Authorize $915,465 professional services agreement for Burnt Bridge Creek Interceptor Rehabilitation Phase 1
- Consider resolution on light rail transit component of the Interstate Bridge Replacement program
The City Council approved several infrastructure contracts, including road improvements and a new fire rescue truck. Council also authorized a $3.6M interfund loan from the General Fund to the Fire Fund for Fire Station 8 construction. Additionally, a resolution regarding the light rail transit component of the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement was approved.
- Approved $6,874,837.45 contract to Colf Construction for MacArthur / Mill Plain Complete Streets Improvements
- Approved up to $1,700,000 contract with Cascade Fire Equipment Corp for a Heavy Rescue truck
- Approved $587,750 contract to Grade Werks Excavating, LLC for St. Johns Road Curb Ramps
- Approved $3,600,000 interfund loan from General Fund to Fire Fund for Fire Station 8 (Resolution M-4377)
- Approved professional services agreement with Leeway Engineering Solutions up to $915,465 for Burnt Bridge Creek Interceptor Rehabilitation
- Approved professional services agreement with Mayer Reed up to $373,495 for Vancouver Innovation Center Community Park
- Adopted Resolution M-4378 regarding light rail transit for the Interstate 5 Bridge Replacement Program
- Approved claim vouchers totaling $3,651,226.25
Public Facilities District Board
The Public Facilities District Board is holding a special meeting to appoint an officer and then go into executive session for pending litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)(iii). No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Officer appointment
- Executive session for pending litigation (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)(iii))
Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission
The Culture, Arts and Heritage Commission will hold a workshop to receive updates on several projects, including the Cultural Asset Mapping Project, Vancouver Arts Hub, Inspire Vancouver, the Vancouver Arts and Music Festival, and America250. The meeting also includes approval of March minutes and a community forum for public testimony.
- Workshop update on Cultural Asset Mapping Project
- Workshop update on Vancouver Arts Hub
- Workshop update on Inspire Vancouver
- Workshop update on VAMF (Vancouver Arts and Music Festival)
- Workshop update on America250
The Commission approved the March 12, 2026, meeting minutes. Members received updates on the Vancouver Arts Hub design timeline and the progress of the Cultural Stakeholder Asset Mapping project.
- Approved minutes from March 12, 2026 (unanimous)
Aviation Advisory Committee
The Aviation Advisory Committee will consider a waitlist policy recommendation for hangar/tiedown access and a name for the annual Pearson Flying Event. They will also receive updates on hangar inspections, utilization rates, and leases. Public comment is invited before action items.
- Approval of March 11, 2026 meeting minutes
- Annual event name recommendation for Pearson Flying Event
- Waitlist policy recommendation for hangar/tiedown
- Hangar inspections follow-up
- Utilization rates and leases update
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The committee will workshop proposed guidelines for lodging tax grants, aligning them with city priorities. A presentation from YSEALI fellows on program evaluation will also be heard. Public testimony is invited.
- Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative Professional Fellows Program presentation on evaluating lodging tax grants
- Program Guidelines Workshop led by Andrew Westlund
- Approval of March 11, 2026 minutes
- Public comment period for agenda items
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. The remainder of the meeting was devoted to presentations from YSEALI fellows on equity, inclusion, and sustainability criteria, and a workshop on potential program guideline changes. No formal funding decisions were made.
- Approved March 11, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Parking Advisory Committee
Transportation and Mobility Commission
The commission will hold a public hearing on the 192nd Ave Complete Streets project and conduct a workshop on design alternatives for 72nd Ave, 86th/87th, and 97th/98th Ave projects. They will also consider adopting minutes from the March 3, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing for 192nd Ave Complete Streets project
- Workshop on 2025 Complete Streets design alternatives for 72nd Ave, 86th/87th Ave, and 97th/98th Ave projects
- Adoption of minutes from March 3, 2026
City Council
The Council will hold workshops on electric vehicle infrastructure and development activity. The regular meeting includes several construction contract awards for water and sewer projects, a police union agreement, and a supplemental budget hearing.
- Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy workshop
- Development Activity Update workshop
- Water main replacement at NE Royal St & 81st Ave: $353,078.85
- West Vancouver Phase 1 sewer and water project: $2,245,532.69
- Marine Park wastewater treatment equipment replacement: $3,827,214.08
The City Council approved a consent agenda containing multiple infrastructure bids, utility easements, and labor agreements. The session also included various proclamations for Arbor Day and Community Development Week.
- Approved February 17, 2026 minutes as amended (5-0)
- Approved February 23, 2026 minutes (5-0)
- Approved March 2, 2026 minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved March 16, 2026 minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
- Approved March 23, 2026 minutes (3-0, 2 abstentions)
- Accepted Shin Etsu Handotai pump station improvements (5-0)
- Authorized utility easement release for 615 W. 6th Street (5-0)
- Awarded $353,078.85 water main replacement contract to Halme Excavating (5-0)