Vancouver public meetings in 2021
41 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on several ordinances, including the Fisher’s Creek Planned Development and updates to water and sewer codes. The council also plans to review an annexation request for a Future Operations Center and approve various commission appointments.
- Release of $14,420.36 in retainage for Officers Row Re-Roofing Project
- Public hearing for Fisher's Creek Planned Development and Subdivision
- Annexation request for the Future Operations Center
- 2022-2031 Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Comprehensive Plan update
- Amendment to Bank of America banking services contract
City Council
The Council will review the 2022 Washington State Legislative Agenda and various board appointments. The agenda includes first readings for ordinances regarding Fisher's Creek, Pearson Field Airport, and water/sewer utility charges. Additionally, the Council will consider awarding PEG capital support funds to local television providers.
- Awarding $332,979.96 to TV ETC and $135,043.00 to CVTV from PEG Capital Support Funds
- First reading of ordinance for Fisher's Creek Planned Development and Subdivision
- Release of $72,796.40 in retainage for the 2021 Joint Agency Road Preservation Project
- Amendments to VMC Title 14 regarding water and sewer utility user charges
- Adoption of the 2022-2031 Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Comprehensive Plan
City Council
The Council will consider a resolution to hold a special election for a property tax levy lid lift to fund fire and emergency services. The meeting also includes public hearings on zoning corrections and an extension of the moratorium on large-scale fossil fuel facilities.
- Resolution for a February 8, 2022, special election to request a $0.50 property tax levy lid lift for fire services
- Contract award for tree pruning and removal not to exceed $2,400,000 over four years
- Six-month extension of the moratorium on new or expanded large-scale fossil fuel facilities
- $520,800 enterprise agreement for GIS software and services with Esri
- Public hearings regarding multifamily tax exemption amendments for Washington Apartments and Jefferson Street Apartments
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on fire resource funding and the Parks Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes first readings for ordinances regarding zoning corrections and a fossil fuel facility moratorium extension. The council also plans to approve several construction project completions and a water tower coating contract.
- $481,197.50 contract award for Water Tower 7 Internal Coating Project
- Ordinance for Fall 2021 Title 20 Zoning Code corrections
- Six-month extension of moratorium on large-scale fossil fuel facilities
- Workshop on funding additional fire resources
- Review of 2022-2032 Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Comprehensive Plan
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding utility rate increases for waste services. The meeting also includes workshops on the American Rescue Plan Act funds framework and policy updates. Additionally, council members will consider renewing an agreement with Clark County for watershed monitoring.
- Public hearing on garbage, recycling, and organics collection rate increases for 2022
- Renewal of Interlocal Services Agreement with Clark County for the Student Watershed Monitoring Network Program
- Workshop regarding American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds Framework
- Workshop regarding City Council Policy Updates
City Council
The City Council is reviewing rate increases for garbage, recycling, and organics collection for 2022. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a loan ordinance for the Fourth Plain Commons project. The agenda also includes appointments to city commissions and a workshop on fire resource funding.
- 2022 garbage, recycling, and organics collection rate increases
- Purchase and sale agreement for Fourth Plain Commons Community Center
- Section 108 loan ordinance for the Fourth Plain Commons project
- Appointments to the Building and Fire Code Commission
- Appointment to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
City Council
The City Council will discuss fossil fuel facility regulations during a workshop. The meeting includes public hearings on 2022 property tax levies and development agreements. Additionally, the council reviews a $25 million contract for water infrastructure.
- $25,080,080.84 contract award for Water Station 5 Reservoirs and Pump Station project
- Ordinance for a 1.0% increase in the City’s regular property tax levy for 2022
- Development agreement amendment for 1111 W. Columbia Way regarding playground improvements
- Affordable Housing Fund awards for 2021–2023
- Section 108 loan ordinance for Fourth Plain Commons
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops regarding zoning changes and water utility strategies. The council will also consider the first reading of ordinances for the 2022 property tax levies. Additionally, they will review construction acceptance for Water Tower 6 improvements.
- 1.0% increase in regular property tax levy (first reading)
- 2022 Ad Valorem Taxes ordinance (first reading)
- Water Tower 6 Coatings & Improvements construction acceptance
- Fall 2021 Zoning Map and Text Changes workshop
- Business License Surcharge Ordinance amendments workshop
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on procurement policy and the Heights District Plan implementation. The regular meeting includes a vote on a police camera program memorandum of understanding and an appeal regarding the Academy Smokestack demolition permit.
- Contract increase for Northwest Staffing Resources from $880,000 to $1,380,000
- Ratification of MOU with Vancouver Police Command Guild for a police camera program
- Appeal hearing regarding the Academy Smokestack demolition permit
- Nomination of Elma Blum to the Clark County Public Health Advisory Council
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will hold workshops regarding Washington State redistricting and a community task force on policing. The council also plans to act on several consent agenda items, including infrastructure acceptance and IT service contracts.
- Final construction acceptance for 4th Plain Water Transmission Main and Port PS Pressure Sewer Bypass ($45,259.49)
- Washington State redistricting update workshop
- Community Task Force on Policing update workshop
- Appointments to the Transportation and Mobility Commission
- IT network equipment and software contract renewals
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop on Fire and EMS standard of cover options. The regular meeting includes a resolution for a bond issuance up to $22,000,000 for the Fourth Plain Commons project. Also on the agenda is a $376,000 wastewater equipment purchase and a request to re-advertise tree pruning bids.
- Resolution for up to $22,000,000 in bonds for Fourth Plain Commons housing
- $376,000 purchase of turbine-style aeration blower for wastewater treatment
- Request to reject all bids and re-advertise tree pruning and removal project
- Workshop on Fire and EMS: Standard of Cover Options
City Council
The council will hold workshops regarding the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan and a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion update. The agenda also includes several items for approval, such as contract awards for sewer work, elevator maintenance, and campsite management.
- Award $976,348.10 contract to Allied Plumbing & Pumps for sewer rehabilitation
- Approve $570,308.52 increase to the elevator maintenance and services contract
- Authorize up to $571,148 for campsite management by Outsiders Inn
- Waive $70,624.80 in traffic and $147,467.20 in park impact fees for Fourth Plain Commons
- Name the park at 52nd Street and 137th Avenue 'Nikkei Park'
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on housing code updates and commercial corridors. Public hearings are scheduled to discuss Pearson Airfield regulations and new rules for supportive campsites. The Council also plans to award a large construction contract for SE 1st Street.
- $9,887,587.00 construction contract for SE 1st Street project
- Ordinance establishing Supportive Campsites and camping rule amendments
- $39,683.66 agreement with Clark Public Utilities for electric line relocation
- Ordinance updating Pearson Airfield management and regulations
- Workshop on Commercial Corridors Strategy for Evergreen and Grand Boulevards
City Council
The City Council is considering ordinances to establish supportive campsites and update Pearson Airfield regulations. The meeting also includes several contract awards for transportation improvements and building demolitions. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a property tax exemption for the Navalia Mixed Use development.
- $9,887,587.00 contract award for SE 1st Street transportation improvements
- $1,906,331.87 contract award for Tower Mall demolition
- Ordinance establishing supportive campsites for families and single females
- $1,394,080.04 contract award for Port Pump Station Replacement
- Public hearing on property tax exemption for Navalia Mixed Use development
City Council
The Council will hold public hearings regarding zoning changes for the 62nd Street Apartments and the Vancouver Innovation Center. The agenda also includes a contract increase for professional services and a declaration of civil emergency for excessive heat.
- $1,453,355.49 contract award for East Vancouver Phase 3 Sewer Improvements
- Zoning change for 62nd Street Apartments at 6115 NE 72nd Avenue
- Comprehensive plan and map change for the 179-acre Vancouver Innovation Center
- $300,000 increase to Kearns & West professional services contract
- Declaration of Civil Emergency regarding an excessive heat event
City Council
The Council will discuss the Oregon Toll Program and receive a police department update during workshops. The agenda includes first readings of ordinances regarding lodging classifications and apartment zoning. Additionally, officials will consider plan changes for the Vancouver Innovation Center.
- Amendments to commercial and transient lodging use classifications
- Zoning change for 62nd Street Apartments at 6115 NE 72nd Avenue
- Comprehensive Plan and Map change for Vancouver Innovation Center at 18110 SE 34th Street
- Oregon Toll Program discussion workshop
- Vancouver Police Department update workshop
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops regarding the Vancouver Homelessness Plan, fossil fuel code updates, and a water station project. The Council will also consider ordinances for the Heights District Plan and the removal of a development moratorium in the Tower Mall area.
- Ordinances for the Heights District Plan implementation
- Lifting of the temporary development moratorium in the Tower Mall area
- Construction acceptance for Central Vancouver North Phase 2 Sewer Improvements
- Intergovernmental Agreement for the I-5 Bridge Replacement Program
- Workshop on establishing supportive campsites under the Vancouver Homelessness Plan
City Council
The Council will hold workshops on the Vancouver Climate Action Plan and Pearson Field Airport status. The agenda includes several contract awards for airport and paving projects, along with funding changes for housing programs. Members will also consider a resolution regarding the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project.
- $4,234,145 Section 108 loan application for Fourth Plain Commons Community Center
- $444,444 FAA and ARPA grant for Pearson Field Airport Taxiway A2 reconfiguration
- $349,266.93 contract award for Land Bridge Paving Renovation
- $314,872.75 contract award for Pearson Field Airport Taxiway A2
- Resolution regarding desired outcomes for the I-5 Bridge Replacement Project
City Council
The City Council will review ordinances regarding the Heights District Plan and new urban design guidelines. The meeting also includes discussions on updating utility billing portals and changing impact fee processes. Additionally, council members will consider lifting a development moratorium in the Tower Mall area.
- $1,000,000 contract with Selectron Technologies for utility billing and permit portals
- Heights District Plan implementation and new urban design guidelines
- Lifting of the Tower Mall development moratorium
- Amendments to impact fee calculation and collection processes
- Banking services agreement with JPMorgan Chase, N.A.
City Council
The Vancouver City Council is reviewing several contract amendments and ordinances, including updates to impact fee processes. The meeting also features a public hearing regarding the Renaissance Boardwalk development agreement. Additionally, council members will discuss upgrades to utility billing and permit portals.
- $645,000 architecture contract amendment for Vancouver Police Department Headquarters
- Public hearing for the Renaissance Boardwalk development agreement near I-5
- Ordinance regarding changes to impact fee calculation and collection
- Contract with Selectron Technologies to upgrade utility billing and permit portals
- Designation of TV ETC and CVTV as cable access providers
City Council
The City Council will review a project update for the New Operations Center and vote on several consent agenda items. These include authorizing the sale of the Columbia Bank Parking Garage and the partial defeasance of certain bonds.
- Sale of Columbia Bank Parking Garage to Broadway Investors LLC for $3,441,095
- Partial defeasance of 2012C Taxable LTGO Refunding bonds up to $1,200,000
- Release of $21,409.00 in retainage for Marshall Pool Resurface project
- Designation of TV ETC and CVTV as Comcast cable access providers
- Public Works New Operations Center Project Update workshop
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a six-year transportation improvement program and a supplemental budget ordinance. The agenda also includes a workshop on Interstate Bridge Replacement Program priorities and the declaration of certain real property as surplus.
- Approval of 2022-2027 Comprehensive Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
- Adoption of the 2021 First Supplemental Budget ordinance
- Declaration of Holly Acres real property as surplus
- Amended Coordination of Services Agreement with Clark Regional Wastewater District
- Workshop on Interstate Bridge Replacement Program priorities
City Council
The City Council will meet remotely to discuss the Transportation System Plan Update. The agenda includes a proclamation for Juneteenth and a first reading of the 2021 First Supplemental Budget ordinance.
- Professional Services Agreement with Salazar Architects Inc. for Fourth Plain Commons up to $400,000
- First reading of the 2021 First Supplemental Budget ordinance
- Proclamation of Juneteenth Celebration Day
- Transportation System Plan Update workshop
City Council
The council will hold workshops on the 2021 First Supplemental Budget and American Rescue Plan Act funds. Public hearings are scheduled for a $10.1 million bond issuance and the Renaissance Boardwalk development agreement. The agenda also includes several water project completions and impact fee waivers for low-income housing developments.
- Ordinance for up to $10,100,000 in Limited Tax General Obligation (LTGO) Refunding Bonds
- Development agreement with Kirkland Development, LLC for the Renaissance Boardwalk project
- Street light materials contract award to C.E.D. Vancouver for up to $2,063,942.34
- Impact fee waivers for Community Roots and Mercy Peacehealth low-income housing developments
- Contract increase for Northwest Staffing Resources from $300,000 to $800,000
City Council
The council will hold workshops regarding the Vancouver Homelessness Plan and the 2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda also includes a first reading of an ordinance for up to $10,100,000 in refunding bonds and the acceptance of public art from the Port of Portland.
- Ordinance for up to $10,100,000 in Limited Tax General Obligation (LTGO) refunding bonds
- Workshop on mitigating impacts of unsheltered homelessness
- Acceptance of 'The Columbia' public art pieces from the Port of Portland
- Workshop on the 2022-2027 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
- Appointment of Denise Shephard to the City/County Telecommunications Commission
City Council
The Council will hold public hearings regarding a zoning change for 62nd Street Apartments and the HP Section 30 Master Plan. They will also consider extending a moratorium on new or expanded large-scale fossil fuel facilities for six months. A workshop is also scheduled to discuss Heights District Plan implementation.
- Six-month extension of moratorium on large-scale fossil fuel facilities
- Zoning change from R-18 to R-30 for 62nd Street Apartments at 6115 NE 72nd Avenue and 7215/7309 NE 63rd Street
- Approval of the HP Section 30 Master Plan
- Heights District Plan Implementation workshop
City Council
The Vancouver City Council is reviewing several items, including street paving contracts and a zoning change for the 62nd Street Apartments. The council will also hold a first reading on extending a moratorium on large-scale fossil fuel facilities. Additionally, the agenda includes appointments to local commissions.
- $2,520,734.23 contract award for 2021 Resurfacing Project to Lakeside Industries
- $1,477,167.50 contract award for Columbia Street Paving Project to Granite Construction Company
- Zoning change proposal for 62nd Street Apartments at 6115 NE 72nd Avenue
- Six-month extension of moratorium on large-scale fossil fuel facilities
- Appointments to the Urban Forestry Commission
City Council
The Vancouver City Council will meet remotely to address several administrative items. The agenda includes approving minutes, recognizing monthly proclamations, and reviewing the consent agenda.
- Appointment of Kathleen Kee to the Downtown Redevelopment Authority Board
- Continued use of NCPA Contract 01-97 with Synnex Corp/ConvergeOne for phone system purchases
- Approval of claim vouchers for May 3, 2021
- Proclamations for Small Business Month and Nurses Appreciation Month
City Council
The council will review workshops regarding the Operations Center and Fire and EMS service levels. Additionally, the council is scheduled to consider several infrastructure contracts and a committee appointment.
- $7,126,767.98 contract for construction of Vancouver Fire Department Fire Station 11
- $1,367,486.00 contract for the 2021 Joint Agency Road Preservation Project
- $845,460.22 contract for 4th Plain Water Transmission Main and Port PS Pressure Sewer Bypass
- $450,000 agreement for Fourth Plain Safety and Mobility Study planning services
- Appointment of Ryan Morin to the Parking Advisory Committee
City Council
The City Council will conduct workshops regarding the HP Master Plan and the 62nd Avenue Apartments rezone request. A public hearing is scheduled for an ordinance to update the Vancouver Shoreline Master Program. The meeting will be held remotely via video conference.
- Public hearing for Vancouver Shoreline Master Program update
- Workshop on 62nd Avenue Apartments Rezone Request
- Workshop on HP Master Plan Update
- Approval of April 19, 2021, claim vouchers
City Council
The City Council will meet remotely to discuss a strategic plan update and several consent agenda items. Proposed actions include approving a significant cost increase for janitorial services and awarding a sewer lining contract. The meeting also includes proclamations for National Poetry Month and Arbor Day.
- $2,332,539.00 increase to the Del Sol, Inc. janitorial services contract
- $557,920.71 contract award for G-1 Trunk Sewer Lining - CIPP
- Construction acceptance for Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
- Interlocal Agreement with the City of Camas for Job Order Contracts
City Council
The City Council will review construction contracts for pavement repairs and sewer improvements. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding property disposition and business license fee refunds. Additionally, the council will discuss federal funding allocations for community development and affordable housing.
- $668,754 contract for 2021 Pavement Repairs with Lakeside Industries Inc.
- $509,325 contract for 2021 East Curb Ramps project with Lee Contractors LLC.
- $488,333 contract for Central Vancouver North Phase 2 Sewer Improvements.
- On-call traffic engineering services contracts up to $1,000,000 each.
- Approval of 2020 and 2021 Affordable Housing Fund project awards.
City Council
The City Council will meet remotely to review 2021-22 priorities and vote on several infrastructure contracts. A public hearing is scheduled regarding changes to the multi-family property tax exemption program.
- $5,287,752.00 contract award for Industrial Pretreatment Lagoon upgrades
- $200,000 increase to Gallagher Bassett Services workers' compensation contract
- $1,630,201.00 construction management amendment with Brown and Caldwell
- Ordinance changes to the Multi-Family Tax Exemption Program
- Release of $15,343.08 retainage for Sewer Pump Station lining
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops regarding COVID-19 response and commercial corridors strategy. The council also plans to review an ordinance amending the multi-family property tax exemption program. Additionally, the agenda includes a request to continue using a state contract for network equipment.
- Ordinance amending Chapter 3.22 VMC regarding multi-family property tax exemptions
- COVID-19 Pandemic Emergency Response and Management Update workshop
- Commercial Corridors Strategy Update workshop
- Authorization to use Washington State contract #01114 for Cisco network equipment
City Council
The City Council will meet remotely to discuss drug enforcement activities and housing fund priorities. The agenda includes decisions on construction contracts for the Broadway Corridor and Marshall Pool. The council will also hold public hearings regarding a multifamily tax exemption and a permit moratorium in the Tower Mall area.
- $1,349,727.70 contract for Broadway Corridor Improvement Project
- $428,180.00 contract for Marshall Pool Resurface
- Multifamily tax exemption for Bennett Apartments
- Kitterman annexation ordinance
- Six-month permit moratorium in the Tower Mall area
City Council
The Council will hold workshops regarding the Community Task Force on Policing and multifamily tax exemptions. Items for consideration include ammunition purchases for the police department and a development moratorium in the Tower Mall area. A public hearing is also scheduled to discuss changes to cemetery regulations.
- Ammunition purchase for Vancouver Police Department up to $700,000
- First reading of ordinance for Kitterman annexation
- Continuation of a six-month moratorium on development in the Tower Mall area
- Amendments to cemetery regulations (VMC 13.04)
- Authorization of Sourcewell Vactor and Vaccon contracts
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on the Heights District Plan and transportation budgeting. The agenda includes ratifying several labor agreements and an interlocal agreement for a homeless housing facility. The council will also consider amendments to cemetery regulations.
- Interlocal agreement for a facility to house homeless individuals
- Ratification of collective bargaining agreements with JLC, AFSCME, and OPEIU
- Ordinance amendments to cemetery regulations (VMC 13.04)
- Workshop on The Heights District Plan Implementation
- Workshop on Transportation Benefit District biennial budgeting
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a zoning and comprehensive plan change for the Gregory Landing project. The meeting also includes workshops on cemetery code amendments and an affordable housing fund update. Additionally, the Council will consider several agreements with C-TRAN related to the Mill Plain Bus Rapid Transit.
- Zoning and comprehensive plan change for Gregory Landing at 7401 NE 18th Street
- $357,369.86 contract for Daniels Water Main Replacement (27th St - 34th St)
- Interlocal agreements with C-TRAN for Mill Plain Bus Rapid Transit fiber optics, stations, and signal priority
- Reduction of Evergreen School District impact fees for Four Seasons Apartments Phase II
- Appointment of Michi Slick to the City Center Redevelopment Authority
City Council
The City Council will meet remotely to discuss legislative updates and the Mill Plain Bus Rapid Transit project. A public hearing is scheduled regarding changes to sewer and surface water utility user charges. The council will also consider park grant applications and various contract authorizations.
- Ordinance amending sewer and surface water utility user charges
- Mill Plain Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Project intergovernmental agreements
- Release of $88,321.37 for the 2020 Joint Agency Road Preservation Project
- Data Sharing Memorandum of Understanding with Flock Safety, Inc.
- Grant applications for Fenton Community Park and other park opportunities
City Council
The City Council will hold workshops on COVID-19 testing site updates and the Fourth Plain Commons project. The meeting also includes a virtual grand opening for DuBois Neighborhood Park and several construction acceptance items.
- First reading of an ordinance amending sewer and surface water utility user charges
- Virtual grand opening for DuBois Neighborhood Park at Palo Alto Dr. & California Way
- Construction acceptance for First Place Neighborhood Park, Southside Interceptor Rehabilitation, and Central Vancouver North Phase 1 Sewer Improvements
- Contract award to DVL Enterprises for City apparel
- Interagency agreement with Washington Department of Ecology for pollution prevention grant funds
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding multi-family housing tax exemptions for properties on Columbia Street and W Columbia Way. The agenda also includes a development agreement for the Vancouver Clinic at Columbia Palisades and zoning changes for Gregory Landing.
- Development agreement for Vancouver Clinic at Columbia Palisades
- 10-year property tax exemption for Johnson Mixed Use at 1605 Columbia Street
- 8-year property tax exemption for Broadstone / Waterfront Block 17 at 1000 W Columbia Way
- Zoning map designation change for Gregory Landing at 7401 NE 18th Street
- Evergreen School District impact fee adjustment for Four Seasons Apartments Phase II