“The state of our city is strong, and through our continued commitment to our arts, culture, and heritage, we are building the resilience, creativity, inclusion, and sense of purpose that this moment demands and that the future will require.” – Mayor McEnerny-Ogle #StateoftheCity

More than 50,000 people attended the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival, featuring 250+ artists and performers. #StateoftheCity

A new 120-bed Bridge Shelter is under construction, expanding support and services for people experiencing homelessness. Thanks to community funders: Clark County, PeaceHealth, Ed and Dolly Lynch fund. Opening this fall. #StateoftheCity

Affordable housing progress continues: 184 units advanced in The Heights and 95 more underway at the Waterfront Gateway. The Affordable Housing Fund provided more than $14 million to expand housing stability in Vancouver. #StateoftheCity

Citywide transportation improvements included 76,000 feet of bike lanes, 70 lane miles resurfaced, and 200 ADA curb ramps installed. #StateoftheCity

One year into our Economic Development Plan, we’re taking action: launching a small business revolving loan fund starting in Fourth Plain, helping local entrepreneurs bring products to larger markets, and partnering to expand access to affordable childcare. #StateoftheCity

Main Street Promise fulfills a community vision nearly 30 years in the making. Using #ARPA funds, Vancouver is rebuilding Main St from 5th–15th with new utilities, ADA sidewalks, lighting, seating, bike racks, landscaping and festival-ready space. #StateoftheCity

Community centers saw 316,000 visits last year, showing how important these gathering spaces are for Vancouver residents. #StateoftheCity

Vancouver added 2,000+ trees to the city’s canopy last year and continues working toward a 28% canopy goal. This year we were named an @arborday Tree City USA for the 36th consecutive year! #StateoftheCity

We adopted the Green Building Program that balances ambitious standards with cost and feasibility for builders. The efforts concentrate on increasing energy efficiency, protecting people from climate impacts, and protecting local ecology. #StateoftheCity

Construction on the Water Station 14 PFAS treatment system begins this summer, with additional upgrades planned across the system. #StateoftheCity

Vancouver secured $64 million in grants and forgivable loans to address PFAS in drinking water without shifting the cost to homeowners. #StateoftheCity

Prop 2, passed by voters in Feb. 2022, ballot measure continues to support staff, station, and equipment upgrades. Last year, we started designing the remodel of Station 8 in Cascade Park. We expect construction to start later this year. #StateoftheCity

Thanks to voters passing Proposition 5, Vancouver will add 13 new police officers, including a dedicated child-crimes detective. #StateoftheCity

Vancouver Police responded to 100,000+ calls for service last year, continuing to protect and serve our community every day. #StateoftheCity

Vietnamese Community Clark County kicks off Vancouver’s #StateoftheCity at the Vancouver Arts Hub. 🎥 Watch live: cityofvancouver.us/stateofth…

Join us tonight for the City of Vancouver State of the City. 🚌   Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle will share highlights from the past year and what’s ahead for our community.   📍 Live from Vancouver ArtsHub
⏰ Begins at 6 p.m. Watch live: cityofvancouver.us/stateofth…