News

• Law Library

The Clark County Law Library this week announced the addition of a new self-help kit: Tenant Defense Against Eviction Lawsuit. 

“The kit includes forms and instructions for tenants facing an eviction case who have been served with a Summons and Complaint by their landlord,” said Maria Sosnowski, Clark County Law Librarian. “People can download the kit at no cost from the Law Library website.


• Elections

Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 20, Clark County Elections will mail ballots to all eligible registered voters for the Feb. 10, Special Election. 

For voters returning ballots by mail, it is recommended to mail them by Feb. 3, to ensure they are either received on time or receive a valid postmark. Ballot drop boxes will be open 24 hours a day beginning Jan. 21 and close promptly at 8 pm on Feb. 10. For a full list of ballot drop box locations, visit www.clark.wa.gov/elections/ballot-deposit-locations.


• Public Works

Clark County is updating the ADA transition plan for transportation facilities to meet current standards and comply with requirements of the county’s comprehensive growth management plan update. The purpose of the plan is to provide access to transportation facilities for people with disabilities. 

The community is invited to learn more at an open house on Jan. 22. 


• Community Planning

The Clark County Commission on Aging will focus its first meeting of 2026 on housing. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 21.

The COA will center their 2026 “Fireside Chat’ series on chapters 3 (Housing) and 4 (Mobility) of the Aging Readiness Plan with guests ranging from government and service organizations to private sector experts.

Meetings occur on the third Wednesday of each month and begin at 4:30 pm. All meetings are open to the public. 


• District Court

Clark County District Court is pleased to announce that, effective Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, the court will begin operations from its new location at 210 E. 13th St. in downtown Vancouver.

This relocation supports the court’s ongoing commitment to improve public access, modernize services, and enhance operational efficiency for residents, legal professionals, and community partners. The new facility has been designed to better serve the needs of the community and provide a more functional and accessible space for court proceedings and administrative functions. 


• District Court

Clark County District Court is pleased to announce that, effective Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, the court will begin operations from its new location at 210 E. 13th St. in downtown Vancouver.

This relocation supports the court’s ongoing commitment to improve public access, modernize services, and enhance operational efficiency for residents, legal professionals, and community partners. The new facility has been designed to better serve the needs of the community and provide a more functional and accessible space for court proceedings and administrative functions. 


• Community Development

County Manager Kathleen Otto is seeking applicants for seven open positions on the volunteer Animal Protection and Control Advisory Board. All the openings are for terms that begin immediately.

The positions are for Clark County residents that represent: 


• Clark County Council

Clark County Council is seeking applicants for an open seat on the Clark County Law and Justice council.

The open position is for a resident living in the unincorporated area of the county.

The Law and Justice Council is established by state law to help coordinate activities of the local criminal justice and develop a community corrections plan for local and state corrections services in the county.


• Community Services

Clark County Community Services is asking residents who are living on a limited income to complete a survey about their family’s needs. This confidential survey is available in English, Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, and Chuukese and will take about 15 minutes to complete.

The survey will be available now through March 31. 

Paper copies are available from human services providers such as agencies that offer housing, food, health services, and employment assistance.


• Clark County Council

The Clark County Charter Review Commission will hold two upcoming meetings. The meetings will be held 5-7 pm Wednesday, Jan. 14, and Thursday, Jan. 22. 

The meetings are open to the public and will be held in a hybrid format. Attend in person in the sixth-floor hearing room in the Public Service Center at 1300 Franklin St. or virtually via Webex using a link on this web page.