Vancouver, Wash. – The Clark County Council will host an open house from 2:30 to 4:30 pm Tuesday, Dec. 18 to honor Council Chair Marc Boldt and Councilor Jeanne E. Stewart for their many years of service to the residents of Clark County. The gathering will be in the sixth-floor hearing room in the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St.

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County is accepting nominations for the annual Green Awards, a Public Health program that recognizes excellence in environmental sustainability.

Clark County Public Health is seeking nominations of organizations and individuals who consider the environment in decision-making and practices. Self-nominations are accepted.

Nominations are being accepted in the following categories:

Vancouver, Wash. – Annual parking passes for four of Clark County’s biggest, most popular parks will go on sale next week.

2019 passes cost $30 and will be valid at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park, Lewisville Regional Park, Salmon Creek Regional Park/Klineline Pond and Vancouver Lake Regional Park.

Beginning Wednesday, Dec. 5, passes can be purchased at:

Vancouver, Wash. ‒ Clark County Treasurer Doug Lasher invites the community to celebrate his retirement 4:30-6:30 pm Wednesday, Dec. 5, at the Red Cross Building, 605 Barnes St.

Doug Lasher has held the position of county Treasurer since 1984. His 34 years in office makes him the longest serving treasurer in Clark County.

Vancouver, Wash. – American household waste increases by more than 25 percent between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day, contributing an additional 1 million tons per week to landfills.

But by taking a few simple steps to reduce, reuse and recycle, you can make the holiday season a little greener without losing any holiday cheer.

Before the holiday parties and gift-giving begins:

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County is seeking volunteers to fill two positions on the Fairgrounds Site Management Group.

Both terms begin Jan. 1, 2019, and end Dec. 31, 2020.

The Fairgrounds Site Management Group manages, operates, and markets the Clark County Fairgrounds facilities. The group consists of five directors. Two directors are appointed by the Clark County Fair Association, and three directors are appointed by Clark County. One of the county appointments is a senior county staff member who serves as chair and votes only in the event of a tie.

Vancouver, Wash. – Give thanks this holiday season, not foodborne illness.

Every year, one in six Americans is sickened by contaminated food or beverages, often from food that’s not prepared safely. Proper food storage and preparation are important in order to prevent illness.

Don’t take any chances with the health of your family and friends this holiday season. Follow these tips as you prepare for holiday gatherings, and visit the Clark County Public Health Facebook page for more food safety tips throughout the month.

Vancouver, Wash. – The Clark County Council is seeking applicants for a volunteer position on the Solid Waste Advisory Commission.

The position represents Clark County at-large. The three-year term begins Jan. 1, 2019.

The commission advises the county council on solid waste issues, such as recycling, garbage collection, landfills, transfer stations and waste-reduction programs.

The commission meets at 6 pm on the first Thursday of February, May, August and November. Meetings are at the Center for Community Health, 1601 E Fourth Plain Blvd.

Vancouver, Wash. – Clark County’s Green Business program will hold the last Morning Blend networking event of the year from 8-9 am Thursday, Nov. 15 at the Tod and Maxine McClaskey Culinary Institute at Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way.

Morning Blend is an opportunity for business representatives to network and discuss green business efforts in an informal setting. The monthly event is held at different local businesses on the third Thursday.

Vancouver, Wash. ‒ The Clark County Finance Committee is scheduled to meet at 2 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 15, 2018. The meeting is open to the public.

The meeting will be held in Conference Room 243, second floor of the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St.

The agenda includes discussion of the Third-Quarter 2018 County Finance Report.