Neighborhoods Association Of Clark County Recognizes Two Clark County Public Works Employees For Outstanding Service (Photo) - 03/09/26
Vancouver, Wash. – The Neighborhood Associations Council of Clark County recently awarded two Public Works employees with the Outstanding Clark County Employee award, in recognition of their service to the community.
The Neighborhood Associations Council of Clark County is a program of the county’s neighborhood outreach program in the county manager’s office. The council is comprised of representatives from various active neighborhood associations in unincorporated Clark County.
Since 2005, the council has awarded a county employee with the Outstanding Clark County Employee award to recognize county employees who have demonstrated exceptional service to and collaboration with the community. The award “…recognizes a county employee who exemplifies professionalism, expertise, service, and an unwavering commitment to the people and communities of Clark County.” Due to scheduling conflicts, the group presented both its 2024 and 2025 awards at the Clark County Council meeting on Tuesday, March 3.
2024 recipient: Hunter Decker, county forester
The Neighborhood Associations Council noted Decker’s efforts to go “… out of his way to be friendly, approachable and helpful…” Neighbors appreciate his commitment to public safety and support for rural communities. “In every sense, Hunter represents the very best of public service: knowledgeable, responsive, community-minded, and deeply committed to the well-being of Clark County and its residents.”
Upon accepting the award, Decker noted that he grew up in Clark County and was honored to serve the community. “I didn't think I would get a little emotional, but I just always wanted to give back to this county… And I'm going to just keep continuing helping the county the best I can…” Decker said.
2025 recipient: Eric Lambert, Clean Water Outreach Services manager
Eric Lambert was nominated for his leadership in making a local resident’s dream a reality. After a neighbor shared a vision of a community effort to beautify a frequently vandalized retaining wall, Lambert led a team of staff and volunteers to create the Salmon Creek Mural in just a few months. “Neighborhood association members appreciate Eric’s willingness to listen, act upon ideas and suggest improvements.” The nomination highlights his collaborative spirit and ability to bring together many ideas and voices into one unified effort.
After receiving the award, Lambert thanked the community, noting that “One of the things I like to do most in life… [is] connecting with the community.” He spoke about the friendships and connections formed among strangers as they volunteered for the community project, and noted, “… that’s a really special thing that will go to live on.”
Residents can learn more about the county’s forestry program on the county’s sustainable forestry webpage. An interactive webpage about the Salmon Creek Mural project, with photos, videos and artist information, is also available on the county’s website.
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. Residents can also visit clark.wa.gov/public-works to sign up for email notifications.
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