Due to the extreme fire danger, effective immediately, recreational fires will be prohibited throughout unincorporated Clark County. 

This recreational fire restriction is in addition to the general outdoor burning prohibition that was implemented on July 15. According to Interim Fire Marshal Dan Young this is a preventive measure to reduce the risk of grass or brush fires as a result of escaped campfires. 

The ban also includes lands protected by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.

Vancouver, Wash. – Regular drivers along the Highway 99 corridor can expect continued nighttime lane closures as paving approaches the intersection with Northeast 134th Street. 

On Tuesday, Sept. 8, crews will close the through lane from the Interstate 205 southbound off-ramp to Highway 99 at Northeast 134th Street from 8 p.m. to 7 a.m.  A detour will be in place to direct traffic around the lane closure. This work is weather dependent and could be delayed. 

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County is accepting applications to fill three vacancies on a seven-member Parks Advisory Board for terms that begin Jan. 1, 2021.

Board members serve three-year terms. Upon expiration of a term, a member can apply again. There is no limit on how many terms a member can serve. The Parks Advisory Board advises the Clark County Council and county staff on parks planning, acquisition, development and related issues. Applicants must be residents of Clark County.

Full closure of the roadway between Northeast 159th Street and Northeast 172nd Street for emergency storm pipe repair

Vancouver, Wash. – Regular drivers along Northeast 72nd Avenue should prepare for a full closure of Northeast 72nd Avenue beginning Tuesday, Sept. 8. The roadway will be closed to allow crews with Clark County Public Works’ contractor to perform emergency repair on a section of failing storm pipe under the road. The closure and associated work are expected to take three to four weeks and is weather dependent, which could extend the closure.

Clark County Public Health is urging people to wear face coverings and practice physical distancing during the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend.

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board is seeking nominations of businesses and individuals for its annual Clark County Disability Employment Awareness Month Awards. The awards honor the role people with developmental disabilities have in assisting us to achieve a dynamic, productive workforce and recognize the leadership of the business community. The event also celebrates October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month.

Awards will be given for the following categories:

Auditor Greg Kimsey expresses confidence in U.S. Postal Service

Vancouver, Wash. – The Clark County Elections Office has added eight ballot drop boxes for the upcoming Nov. 3 general election. The county now has 20 ballot drop boxes available to voters 24-hours a day beginning Oct. 16.

“These additional drop boxes provide more options for voters to deliver their ballots,” said Auditor Greg Kimsey.

County reminds residents help is available for struggling pet owners

Vancouver, Wash. – A Portland woman has confessed to abandoning her dog at a Clark County park on the night of Aug. 6, according to Clark County Animal Protection and Control. Nearby residents caught the act on their security camera and held onto the Labrador Retriever until help arrived.

Vancouver, Wash. – The board of the Clark County Public Facilities District will hold a public meeting 3-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, 2020.

The meeting will be on the Webex platform. Anyone wishing to attend the meeting can use this link https://bit.ly/315Ajou and use the meeting password Rhd7Vqj9AN3 or call 1.408.418.9388 and use the access code 146 773 4137. 

Vancouver, Wash. – Regular drivers along the intersection of Northeast 99th Street and Highway 99 can expect intermittent lane closures, beginning Monday, Aug. 3.

Due to high traffic volumes and the complexity of the contracted work, drivers and pedestrians can expect the following impacts during construction: