Update: In response to community input, the application deadline for the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee has been extended to 11:59 pm on January 29. 

Vancouver, Washington—If you are someone who cares about Vancouver and is interested in helping shape the future of our community, we invite you to apply for a spot on the committee. Members will be appointed to a 2-year term to help develop and update the 2022-2027 Vancouver Strategic Plan. This document will guide city decision-making and lay out a roadmap for successfully achieving our community’s long-term goals.

Members of the Strategic Plan Advisory Committee will play an important role in identifying community needs, priorities and hopes for the future. Members will also work with the City Manager’s Office to:

• Support community outreach and listening
• Help improve communication between diverse community members and the City of Vancouver
• Identify and reflect on community needs, concerns and opportunities
• Guide how the strategic plan will collect data and measure progress toward goals

The City of Vancouver is committed to facilitating and amplifying multiple perspectives and experiences from across the city. We invite you to join us in this important effort and encourage all interested community members to apply by 11:59 pm on January 29 using the link below:

https://www.cityofvancouver.us/cmo/webform/strategic-plan-advisory-committee-application

If you have questions, if you would like to connect with staff from the Office of the City Manager, or if you would like to apply for the committee via audio or video recording, please contact: bc_coordinator@cityofvancouver.us.