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# Vancouver Connects

Monthly newsletter | April 2026

City Manager update

Investing in Vancouver: Now and into the future

Over the past year, Vancouver residents have continued to invest in the services that keep our community strong. That investment shows up in ways that matter every day: safer neighborhoods, improved streets and parks, and services that support the most vulnerable in our community. Learn more about some of the key milestones shared at Vancouver's recent State of the City and take a closer look at how your property taxes are invested in
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The latest from City Hall



Our Vancouver 20-year plan nears final steps

Thank you to the 100+ people who joined us at one of the community presentations on the
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of community input and thousands of community ideas, the draft is the City's long-term plan, guiding housing, jobs, transportation, parks, and public services over the next 20 years.

Before the approval process begins
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Bridge Shelter construction off the ground

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is underway. The first pre-engineered steel building components arrived last week, and the dormitory building is starting to take shape. Both buildings on the campus are expected to be up by May. We're on track to open this 120-bed shelter with supportive services by early winter, helping more of our unhoused neighbors move toward stability.


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Be Ready Vancouver

Wildfires. Flooding. "The Big One". These are all risks for Vancouver. But preparing for emergencies doesn't have to be overwhelming, and you don't need to do everything at once. Visit
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to explore Vancouver's common and potential hazards and simple steps to prepare, stay safe, and recover.


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Vancouver ranks #1 for remote worker 'third places'

Another day, another reason to love where we live! Vancouver, Washington just took the top spot in a new ranking of the
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looking to log into work outside of their home in a study conducted by business communications firm
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Spring cleaning made easy

Simple ways to freshen up your home and our community this spring:

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PFAS: Quarterly water testing results

We remain committed to addressing PFAS in the water supply with long-term removal measures.
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More news from City Hall

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Vancouver Police Department publishes 2025 Annual Report (https://t.e2ma.net/click/4gfdcg/wqxjmrg/we40is)
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City park restrooms reopened for spring, summer season on April 4 (https://t.e2ma.net/click/4gfdcg/wqxjmrg/c740is)
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Community and neighborhood grant application closes April 10 (https://t.e2ma.net/click/4gfdcg/wqxjmrg/sz50is)
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Boards and commissions application closes April 15 (https://t.e2ma.net/click/4gfdcg/wqxjmrg/8r60is)
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Vancouver Fire hiring new firefighters April 1-May 15 (https://t.e2ma.net/click/4gfdcg/wqxjmrg/ok70is)



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Upcoming events

Save the date

Celebrate Earth Month! From special events to volunteer opportunities, there is always something happening in our community.

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for more.


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April: Arbor Month

Pop Up Arboretums

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this April.


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Thursday, April 16

Sakura Festival
Over 25 years ago, the City received a gift of friendship: 100 Shirofugen cherry trees. They were planted at Clark College, creating an enduring reminder of the bonds between our region and Japan. Join us to celebrate our connection at the annual
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Saturday, April 18

Chief Redheart Memorial Ceremony

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with singing, a drum circle and recognition of veterans. This free event honors Chief Redheart's band, who were imprisoned for without cause at Fort Vancouver in 1877-78.


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Saturday, April 25

Water Center BioBlitz
Join the Water Center for our annual community BioBlitz! Help us document the plants, insects, lichen, birds, and other wildlife that are present in our wetlands and forest edges.
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