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County Seeks Applicants For Community Action Advisory Board -03/17/25

Vancouver, Wash. – The county manager is seeking applicants to fill the position of a low-income representative from the county’s second district on the volunteer Community Action Advisory Board.

Term periods start immediately and are three years, ending December 31, 2027. Incumbents have the opportunity for re-appointment to two additional three-year terms.

The fifteen-member board makes recommendations about local government funding for basic needs, self-sufficiency, and housing programs. Members also advocate for services supporting low-income communities, families and persons at local, state and federal levels.

Clark County is looking to diversify the board composition and encourages people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to apply, especially people of color and from historically oppressed or under-resourced communities.

Interested residents must submit an application and résumé to Abby Molloy, Clark County Community Services, P.O. Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000 or abby.molloy@clark.wa.gov.

Application information can be found at https://clark.wa.gov/community-services/caab-community-action-advisory-board or by calling Abby Molloy at 564.397.7832.

Deadline is Friday, April 4.

Three River Miles Of East Fork Lewis River Downstream From Daybreak Regional Park Closed Beginning In April For Restoration Project (Photo) -03/13/25

Vancouver, Wash. – Beginning in April, the East Fork Lewis River will be closed to boaters, fishers and other river users for three miles downstream from the lower portion of Daybreak Regional Park (downstream/west of Northeast Daybreak Road/82nd Avenue). The closure will allow for Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership’s contractor, Tapani, Inc., to construct the Lower East Fork Lewis River Reconnection Project.

The project, led by Lower Columbia Estuary Partnership with support from Clark County and other partners, is the largest restoration project ever implemented on the East Fork Lewis River. The project will reclaim the former Ridgefield Pits gravel mines and other floodplain areas, restore 200 acres of floodplain to the benefit of juvenile salmon and other native species, recharge groundwater aquifers, and reduce flood and erosion risk to neighboring homes and businesses. The project is occurring on public lands owned by Clark County, most of which were acquired through the Legacy Lands program which is funded through the Conservation Futures levy.

During the closure, river users upstream of Daybreak Regional Park will be required to take out at the park’s boat ramp. They can re-enter the river downstream of the project area; the closest public launch downstream of the project area is the John Pollock Water Trail Park off Northwest Pollock Road in La Center. The closure, through 2026, will impact several formal and informal river access points including access from the county’s Daybreak maintenance facility, the area known locally as “Cemetery Bend,” and the Bjur Road access point.

Funding for this project was secured through competitive grants from the Washington Department of Ecology’s Floodplain by Design program, the Washington Recreation and Conservation Office Salmon Recovery Fund, and NOAA’s Transformational Habitat Restoration and Coastal Resiliency Project grant. More information about the project is available at estuarypartnership.org/our-work/habitat-restoration/east-fork-lewis-river-reconnection-project.

For information about road and park projects, closures, opportunities for community input, and more, residents can follow Public Works on X (formerly known as Twitter), Facebook and Instagram and view information on Nextdoor.

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Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office - MEDIA RELEASE -03/13/25

The following information is in reference to a death investigated by the Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office. This release provides updated information in the investigation related to a March 4, 2025 collision involving a pedestrian in Vancouver. Cause and manner of death has been updated; this information was pending at the time of the previous media release.

This individual died on 03/04/2025 in Vancouver, WA.

The name of the decedent: Allard, Joseph Shand Age: 59 years

The decedent was a resident of (city/state): Vancouver, WA

The opinions listed on the death certificate are as follows:

Cause of death: Blunt force injuries

Manner of death: Accident

Place of injury: County roadway

How injury occurred: Pedestrian struck by pickup truck

Reports and records of autopsies or postmortems shall be confidential as per RCW 68.50.105. No additional information is available for release from the Medical Examiner’s Office. Refer all other inquiries to Clark County Sheriff’s Office.

Media release issue date: 03/13/2025 (previous media release date: 03/07/2025)

County Manager Launches Community Newsletter -03/12/25

Vancouver, Wash. – County Manager Kathleen Otto this week introduced her inaugural newsletter to the community. The newsletter is on the county website at https://clark.wa.gov/county-manager/county-manager-updates.

“Clark County has been engaged in a lot of thoughtful and intentional work that directly impacts our community,” Otto says in the newsletter. “I am committed to providing regular updates to our community and staff, to provide information on strategic initiatives and updates on Council’s policy directions as well as highlight county services, solicit feedback, and share how residents can be more involved in shaping our community.”

In the newsletter, Otto gives updates on law and justice, the jail remodel and expansion project, the budget, how residents can get involved in county government and information on Community Development’s Learning Lab series.

Otto plans to issue these updates on a regular basis moving forward. Otto will share newsletter topics during the Tuesday Council meeting. Additionally, the county will notify the public through its social media platforms when newsletters are released and available on the county manager’s website.

Northwest Bliss Road/139th Street School Zone Safety Improvement Project Information Session March 26 -03/12/25

Vancouver, Wash. – Improvements are coming to Northwest Bliss Road/Northwest Hathaway Road/Northwest 139th Street. This spring, changes will improve safety between Northwest 11th and 21st Avenues. The changes include:

Restriping the roadway for one travel lane in each direction
Striping/restriping for dedicated turn lanes
Wide, buffered bike lanes
High-visibility lane markings
Enhanced signage
Pedestrian refuges and improved crossings

These features improve safety for students, pedestrians, cyclists and motorists. Safety is a top priority for this school zone which serves K-12 students in three schools. Residents can learn more about the project at an upcoming information session 6-8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26. Staff will share a presentation about the project from 6:30 – 7 p.m. with a Q&A (question-and-answer) session immediately following.

Residents can attend in-person at Alki Middle School, 1800 NW Bliss Road. Attendees can view project information and meet with staff before and after the presentation. Refreshments are provided.

The presentation and question-and-answer session will also be streamed live online via Webex. Online attendees can ask questions during the Q&A using the chat feature. Residents can register to receive an email link to join the meeting. A meeting link will be posted to the webpage 10 minutes before the presentation. Registration and online meeting information can be found on the project webpage.

Presentation slides, visual aids and a recording of the presentation and Q&A session will be posted on the webpage within five business days. Materials are available in Spanish, Russian and Ukrainian, and additional languages on request. Interpretation, translation or accommodations to participate in the information session can be requested by contacting the project manager, Ali Pilkington at ali.pilkington@clark.wa.gov or 564.397.4572.

More information about the project can be found on the project webpage at clark.wa.gov/public-works/northwest-bliss-road/139th-street-school-zone-safety-improvement-project.

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Commission On Aging Offers Opportunities To Advocate For Older Residents And More Livable Communities -03/12/25

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County is seeking applicants for three positions on its Commission on Aging. The commission manages and implements the county’s Aging Readiness Plan and fosters countywide awareness, dialogue and insight into challenges and opportunities for residents of all ages, incomes and abilities.

Positions begin June 1, 2025. Volunteers typically serve three-year terms, which will end May 31, 2028. Residents living anywhere in Clark County may apply.

The county is looking for people who can bring:

Interest and experience in issues and advocacy for older adults, related to housing; transportation/mobility; supportive services; healthy communities; community engagement; and emergency preparedness which are elements of the Aging Readiness Plan;
Ethnic, cultural, social, and geographic diversity to the group; and
Outstanding strategic communication and public speaking skills and experience meeting with a wide range of individuals and organizations.

The Commission is focusing their 2025 work on healthy communities and housing.

The commission meets 3:15-6 p.m. on the third Wednesday of each month. Each meeting includes a work session followed by a public meeting with informational presentations/discussions. Additional meetings, review of materials and related tasks may require an extra 10 hours per month. Meetings currently are being held in a hybrid format, with in-person and virtual options to attend.

Applicants should submit a résumé and letter of interest to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager’s Office, at Michelle.Pfenning@clark.wa.gov. Applications also may be mailed to P.O. Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000.

Submission deadline is 5 pm Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

The Aging Readiness Plan covers access to housing, transportation, health and safety, a variety of lifestyles, support services, and civic or social engagement. For more on the plan and commission, see www.clark.wa.gov/aging.

Commission On Aging Hosts Discussion About Housing Options For Older Adults -03/11/25

Vancouver, Wash. – The Commission on Aging’s charge is to provide leadership in addressing the special needs of the aging population and to manage and assist with the implementation of the county’s Aging Readiness Plan. This month, the Commission focuses on Chapter 3 of the Aging Readiness Plan, “Housing: Housing Options for Our Aging Population,” by hosting area experts for a discussion about area options for affordable housing and specialized senior living. Join us in welcoming representatives from Specialized Housing, and the Vancouver Housing Authority, and Elie Kassab from Prestige Development.

The meeting will be held 4:30 pm Wednesday, March 19, and is open to the public.

Commission on Aging meetings are currently held in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual participation options. Attend in the sixth-floor Training Room of the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., or join by phone or computer through information provided at: https://clark.wa.gov/community-planning/commission-aging-meetings.

Commission meetings are carried on CVTV Channel 23/323 and online at www.cvtv.org. To see replay times, go to www.cvtv.org.

The Commission on Aging, supported by the of the Clark County Council, is a nine-member volunteer group that implements the Aging Readiness Plan and provides leadership addressing needs of aging community members.

Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office - MEDIA RELEASE -03/07/25

The following information is in reference to a death investigated by the Clark County Medical Examiner’s Office. This investigation is related to a March 4, 2025 collision involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Northeast 29th Avenue and Northeast 147th Street in Vancouver.

This individual died on 03/04/2025 in Vancouver, WA.

The name of the decedent: Allard, Joseph Shand Age: 59 years

The decedent was a resident of (city/state): Vancouver, WA

The opinions listed on the death certificate are as follows:

Cause of death: Pending

Manner of death: Pending

Media release issue date: 03/07/2025

Don’t Leave Tax Dollars On The Table; Learn About Property Tax Exemptions At March 10 And March 21 Events -03/06/25

Vancouver, Wash. – The Clark County Assessor’s office property tax exemption specialists will be available to answer questions and enroll property owners in the county’s property tax relief program at upcoming events in Battle Ground.

The Tax Exemption Program for senior citizens and people with disabilities can reduce property tax liability for qualifying homeowners. Eligibility is based on age or disability, home ownership, residency, and income. Participants are not required to repay the taxes, and their homes are not subject to property liens.

The presentation will be 11 am on Monday, March 10, at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St.

Exemption specialists will be available to help enroll applicants at Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW First St. from 8 am to 3 pm Friday, March 21.

To schedule an appointment for the enrollment event, call 564.397.2391 or email taxreduction@clark.wa.gov. Walk-ins also are welcome. Homeowners interested in attending should bring photo ID, federal tax return, W-2 and/or 1099, and any deduction documentation.

Learn more about the program and apply online at https://assessor-property-tax-exemption-program-clarkcountywa.hub.arcgis.com/.

Nomination Forms Available For County’s Youth Achievement Awards -03/05/25

Vancouver, Wash. – The Clark County Youth Commission is seeking nominations from community members for the 2025 Youth Achievement Awards. Every year, the Youth Commission recognizes up to 300 local youth who have demonstrated personal growth and community contribution. Youth nominees are recognized in one of 13 categories of achievement: arts, career development, citizenship, courage, diversifier, education, empathy, environmental stewardship, family life, inspiration, leadership, personal achievement and sportsmanship.

Recognition is a powerful way to help young people feel valued and connected to their community. Youth development research demonstrates that having opportunities for positive involvement in the community, and being recognized for that involvement, helps young people be healthy, happy and successful.

Nomination forms are available online at https://www.clark.wa.gov/community-services/youth-achievement. Nomination forms are due by 5 pm on Monday, March 17, 2025. Honorees will be sent a certificate, commemorative pin and video message from the Clark County Youth Commission by late May.

The Clark County Youth Commission is a youth-driven advisory board and leadership development program for Clark County, and is comprised of 30 diverse youth, ages 11-19. Members provide a youth-oriented point of view to the work of the Clark County Council, county departments and community organizations.

For more information about the Clark County Youth Achievement Awards or the Clark County Youth Commission, please contact Elizabeth Houston-Hill, program coordinator, at 564.397.5133 or elizabeth.hill@clark.wa.gov.

County Invites Public To Participate In Creation Of 5-Year Consolidated Plan Via Online Survey, Community Meetings -03/05/25

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County Community Services is asking residents to provide feedback on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan that will guide distribution of federal Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships program funding over the next five years. The county’s Consolidated Plan benefits low- and moderate-income households and areas, identifies housing and community development needs, and sets priorities and strategies to meet those needs.

Your participation is important!

Online survey
The public is encouraged to complete an online survey to provide information on housing and non-housing related needs in Clark County. This information will inform what priorities and strategies are needed to meet those needs. Responses will be accepted through May 10, 2025. The survey is also available in Spanish here.

Community meetings
The public can drop in at any time during a community meeting and submit comments to help guide the creation of the county’s Consolidated Plan. In-person and virtual sessions are available (see schedule below). Everyone is welcome.

In-person Session 1: Vancouver Community Library
Tuesday, March 11, 2025, 3 – 7 p.m.
In-person Session 2: Battle Ground Community Library
Saturday, March 29, 2025, 3 – 6 p.m.
Virtual Session: Zoom Link
Tuesday, March 25, 2025, 6:30 – 8 p.m.

City council meetings

Between March 24 and May 5, a brief presentation about the Consolidated Plan and planning process will be provided to each of the city council’s that participate in the county’s Urban County Policy Board (Battle Ground, Camas, La Center, Ridgefield, Washougal, Woodland, Yacolt). Please visit each city’s website for specific dates and times. The public is encouraged to attend and can provide public comment at that time. For more information about participating jurisdictions, visit https://clark.wa.gov/community-services/urban-county-policy-board.

The community will have an opportunity to provide comment on the draft Consolidated Plan when it is submitted to the Clark County Council for approval before being submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for approval in mid-May.

Board Of Health Seeking Applicants For Education Position On Public Health Advisory Council -03/03/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- The Clark County Board of Health is extending the deadline to submit applications for a Public Health Advisory Council position representing the educational community. The term for the volunteer position begins as soon as it's filled and ends Sept. 30, 2027.

The Public Health Advisory Council meets 5:30-7:30 pm via Zoom on the fourth Tuesday of each month, except the month of December. One meeting each quarter will be in-person at locations across the county. Members may also join council committees that meet periodically throughout the year depending on committee scope and priorities.

The Public Health Advisory Council reviews priority public health needs and makes periodic recommendations to the Board of Health to enhance community health and wellbeing. The council may provide community forums or establish community task forces, as assigned by the Board of Health. And the council reviews and makes recommendations to Clark County Public Health and the Board of Health for the annual budget and fees.

Clark County Public Health promotes healthy communities and environments, health equity, and disease and injury prevention. With community partners, Public Health works to promote healthier choices; ensure the safety of food and water; reduce environmental waste and contamination; and protect people from disease outbreaks through monitoring, early detection and swift response.

Those interested in an appointment to the advisory council should submit a brief letter of interest and résumé to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager's Office, PO Box 5000, Vancouver 98666-5000. Applications can also be emailed to michelle.pfenning@clark.wa.gov. For questions about council participation and what to expect as a member, email PHACAdmin@clark.wa.gov.

The application deadline is 5 pm Monday, March 31, 2025.

County Council Seeks Applicants For Volunteer Commission For Recycling And Waste System -03/03/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- The Clark County Council is seeking applicants for two volunteer positions on the Solid Waste Advisory Commission. Applicants who are appointed by the council will serve three-year terms.

Applications from Clark County residents are being accepted for the following positions:

North Clark County: Representative shall reside north of 179th Street or the extension thereof. Term begins June 1, 2025.
Southwest Clark County: Representative shall reside south of 179th Street and west of State Highway 503 or the extension thereof. Term begins July 1, 2025.

The Solid Waste Advisory Commission holds quarterly meetings at 6 pm on the first Thursday of February, May, August, and November. Special meetings maybe scheduled as needed. Meetings are currently held in a hybrid format, with both in-person and virtual options.

The commission advises the county council and staff on solid waste issues and planning for recycling, garbage collection, landfills, transfer stations and waste-reduction programs. The advisory commission also provides feedback to staff during the update process for the county's Comprehensive Solid Waste Management Plan, which is currently underway. Once the update is completed by staff, in coordination with the advisory commission, it will be submitted for approval by the county council and the Washington State Department of Ecology.

Residents with a passion for waste reduction, education and outreach experience, or experience with multifamily housing are encouraged to apply. As Clark County is a growing and diverse community with many languages and backgrounds, the county is also looking for people who can bring ethnic, cultural, social, and geographic diversity to the group. The commission is committed to inclusiveness and outreach to all Clark County residents to ensure the Solid Waste Advisory Commission reflects the community it serves.

Candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds are also encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants should submit a brief letter of interest and résumé to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager's Office, PO Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000 or by email at michelle.pfenning@clark.wa.gov.

The letter of interest should include:

How you can represent the interests of the position on the commission
Your personal or professional experience
Your vision for the future of solid waste management in Clark County

Application deadline is 5 pm Monday, March 31, 2025.

Visit the Solid Waste Advisory Commission website for more information or email Solidwaste@clark.wa.gov.

County Manager Seeks Volunteer For Open Seat On Arts Commission -03/03/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- Clark County is accepting applications to fill an open position on the Clark County Arts Commission.

The position is for a representative of the unincorporated county and does not live within any city limits. The term begins April 1, 2025, and ends March 31, 2027.

The Arts Commission is made up of 11 volunteers. Each participating city appoints one member, and the county manager appoints three members representing the arts, arts education and business communities. The commission meets at 5:30 pm on the first Tuesday of each month.

The commission advises and collaborates with the county council and city councils and reports accomplishments to the community. Members advocate for the arts in the community, at public hearings, budget hearings and other public forums.

Anyone wishing to apply should submit a letter and résumé to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager's Office, PO Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000. Applications also can be emailed to michelle.pfenning@clark.wa.gov.

Application deadline is 5 pm, Monday, March 31, 2025.

Learn more about the Clark County Arts Commission at https://www.clarkcountyartscommission.com/.

Traffic Delays On Northwest 78th Street Begin Mid-March For Road Improvement Project Construction -03/03/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- Clark County Public Works is improving the road surface of Northwest 78th Street between Northwest Lakeshore Avenue and Northeast Hazel Dell Avenue. Crosswalk signals and ADA sidewalk ramps will also be improved as part of the project. Temporary lane closures on Northwest 78th Street begin in mid-March for the next phase of construction. Lane closures will be marked with traffic cones and flaggers, who will direct traffic and pedestrians. Travelers along Northwest 78th Street may experience delays of up to 20 minutes.

More project information is available at clark.wa.gov/public-works/northwest-78th-street.

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Clark County Seeks Volunteer Residential Park Host For Lucia Falls Regional Park (Photo) -02/28/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- Clark County Public Works is seeking applicants for an open volunteer park host position at Lucia Falls Regional Park. Volunteer park hosts live at their assigned park and assist with creating a safe and welcoming environment for all visitors. Host duties include (but are not limited to):

Clean park restrooms daily and as needed in response to messes
Open park gates by 7 a.m. and closing gates at dusk (one half-hour after sunset) daily
Notify park users when the park is closing
Empty park garbage cans at least once daily, and as needed
Pick up litter daily
Notify staff of emergencies, urgent maintenance needs or impacts of severe weather
Help to identify and respond to safety and security concerns in the park

The successful applicant for the position at Lucia Falls Regional Park must provide their own recreational vehicle to reside in at the park during their term as the park host. Clark County provides basic utilities for the host including electricity, water, sewer and garbage/recycling.

Park host service terms are through Dec. 31. A host may be offered a term for the next calendar year, based on results of a performance evaluation performed in the fall. There is no maximum to the number of terms a host may serve.

Applicants offered positions must submit to state and federal background checks and fingerprinting, provide a rental history and proof of renter's insurance. Successful applicants will not be able to move into the park and begin service until all required documents have been submitted, they've been cleared through the background check and fingerprinting process, and their agreement has been signed by the county manager. Due to the variable amount of time required for these processes, successful applicants must be prepared to not be able to move into their assigned site for several weeks.

More information about these positions, the volunteer park host program policies, requirements, minimum qualifications, duties, and more can be found at clark.wa.gov/public-works/volunteer#volunteer-park-host.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online at clark.wa.gov/public-works/volunteer#volunteer-park-host. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Paper applications, translated application materials and interpretation services available upon request to Cindy Gonzalez, volunteer program coordinator, at cindy.gonzalez@clark.wa.gov or 564.397.1679.

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First Installment 2025 Property Tax Payments Due Tuesday, April 30, 2025 -02/27/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- Clark County Treasurer Alishia Topper is reminding property owners that the first installment of 2025 property taxes is due by Tuesday, April 30, 2025.

Tax statements are being mailed starting today, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025. Residents who do not receive their statement in the coming days, or have questions regarding their bill, are encouraged to visit the Treasurer's website at www.clark.wa.gov/treasurer or call the office at 564.397.2252 to request a duplicate statement.

"Statements are sent to property owners who do not make tax payments through an escrow account," said Treasurer Topper. "If you recently paid off your mortgage and did not receive a tax statement, please reach out to our office."

To provide flexible and convenient payment options, taxpayers are encouraged to make their payments online or by mail. In-person services are available at the Treasurer's Office, which is open Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Online payments can be made using a checking or savings account at no cost. Payments made with a debit card will incur a $3.95 vendor fee, and credit card transactions will carry a 2.39% vendor fee. To pay online, visit www.clark.wa.gov/treasurer/payment-options or call the payment line at 1.833.440.8685 to speak with a representative Property owners can also sign up to receive electronic statements and manage their tax accounts by visiting https://www.paydici.com/clark-county-wa/search/landing.

All mailed payments must be postmarked by April 30, 2025, to avoid penalty and interest charges. Payments should be sent to: Clark County Treasurer, PO Box 35150, Seattle, WA 98124-5150. Taxpayers are encouraged to use the return envelope and payment coupon included with their statement.

For more information, visit www.clark.wa.gov/treasurer or contact the Treasurer's Office by phone at 564.397.2252, or by email at treasoff@clark.wa.gov.

County Council Appoints Kyle Fadness To The Planning Commission -02/26/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- The Clark County Council this week appointed Vancouver resident Kyle Fadness to the county's volunteer Planning Commission.

Fadness will serve a six-year term that begins immediately and ends Dec. 31, 2030.

Fadness is a licensed engineer in the state of Washington. He has worked in several engineering positions and currently works as a project engineer for the Port of Longview.

Fadness earned a Bachelor of Science degree in petroleum engineering from Montana Technological University.

The seven-member Clark County Planning Commission serves as an advisory board on matters related to development of land in the unincorporated area.

More information on the Planning Commission including its meetings is on the county's website at https://clark.wa.gov/community-planning/planning-commission. Commission public hearings are aired on CVTV channel 23/323 and CVTV.org.

County Climate Project Community Advisory Group To Meet Feb. 26 -02/20/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- The Clark County Climate Project Community Advisory Group will meet at 5:30 pm Wednesday, Feb. 26.

The Community Advisory Group (CAG) is made up of 20 county residents who were appointed by the county manager. The group is helping the county develop policy recommendations to implement new state climate change planning legislation for the Planning Commission and County Council to consider. The legislation emphasizes that planning and policy decisions related to climate change do not impact us all in the same way. The CAG is one of three advisory groups supporting the county's Climate Project.

Community Advisory Group meetings are held at 5:30 pm the fourth Wednesday of the month.

Meetings are in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual participation options. Attend in Room 680 of the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., or join virtually through information provided at: https://clark.wa.gov/community-planning/community-advisory-group.

The meeting is open to the public and includes a brief public comment period. A recording of the meeting will also be available for viewing afterwards.

To learn more about county climate planning, sign up for project updates, submit a comment, review meeting recordings, or learn about future community advisory group meetings, please visit the project website at https://clark.wa.gov/community-planning/climate-change-planning.

The county's Climate Project is being funded by a state grant. The Washington Department of Commerce climate planning grant is supported with funding from Washington's Climate Commitment Act (CCA). The CCA supports Washington's climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health. Information about the CCA is available at www.climate.wa.gov.

Clark County Superior Court Introduces New Jury Management Software (Photo) -02/20/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- Clark County Superior Court is pleased to introduce a new and improved juror experience for local citizens with the replacement of the current jury summonsing software. The county began using its current jury management software in the early 2000's. After nearly 20 years of solid reliability with the current software, inefficiencies and outdated forms of communication have contributed to overall lower response and appearance rates.

Superior Court's Jury Administration Office summons over 40,000 people in Clark County for the Superior and District Courts each year. The new software, Enterprise Juror Manager, delivers a more simplified experience for potential jurors. New postcard style summonses are expected to arrive in mailboxes the week of Feb. 24. Once a potential juror receives a summons, they will be provided information to respond to their summons online using a new juror portal. Individuals who are unable to respond online will be able to call Jury Administration for assistance. Court contact information is provided on the summons. A new online juror portal offers an improved user experience where potential jurors can answer their juror questionnaire, as well as make any requests to be deferred or excused.

Historically, most correspondence with potential jurors has been through the United States mail. The new juror experience shifts most communication to email and there is an option to enroll in text messaging notifications. Updates will also be available in the jury portal. Potential jurors will receive updates and notifications on their status the same day or next business day. What is not changing is the fact that potential jurors will always receive their official summons in the mail to initiate the process.

With an estimated 56.75% of Americans visiting websites from their mobile devices in 2024, the need for a mobile-optimized juror portal was well overdue. The gap between the number of mobile users vs. desktop users is expected to widen as more Americans are handling business and engaging in their daily lives through their smartphones and other mobile devices.

Jury Service Scam Warning: It is important to note that any person summoned for jury service in Clark County will receive a summons in the mail first. An example of the new summons is included below. Neither Clark County Courts nor local law enforcement will call individuals about missed jury duty and will not request payment in any form. Citizens are encouraged to be vigilant, so they do not fall victim to a scam. If you receive a suspicious call hang-up and contact Clark County Jury Administration immediately. You can read more about the Jury Duty Scam at https://clark.wa.gov/superior-court/jury-service-scam

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New Playgrounds Open At Sifton Neighborhood Park And Gaiser Middle School Park (Photo) -02/19/25

Vancouver, Wash. -- The Parks and Nature division of Clark County Public Works is excited to announce new play equipment at Gaiser Middle School Neighborhood Park and Sifton Neighborhood Park. Last summer, the existing play equipment was removed. A contractor installed new playground equipment and fall-safe ground surfaces. The new play equipment is made from weather-resistant materials to promote long-term durability and stability. This playground replacement enhances safety and accessibility for park visitors.

Sifton Neighborhood Park features two new structures that are connected via balancing and climbing elements. Features like the "Fortress Multi-Climber" structure encourage children to play together while navigating a range of challenging climbing elements. Shade sails will be installed this spring to provide shade over the play structure.

Gaiser Middle School Park offers new features including nature-play elements like log steps and balance beams, a new climbing structure with an attached slide, and an "Oodle Swing".

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