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Vancouver Adds Emergency Alerts, School Leadership Change, and Infrastructure Updates

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Vancouver residents can now register for emergency alerts related to natural disasters, hazardous materials, and terrorism through the city's online portal, a service launched this week to improve public safety communication.

The Vancouver Public Schools Board appointed Dr. Rocky Torres-Morales as superintendent for the 2026-27 school year, effective July 1, following a selection process focused on addressing financial stability and educational outcomes.

City Council appointed 26 members to various boards and commissions, including the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and the Housing Authority, with quarterly meetings scheduled to address community priorities.

Clark County is seeking volunteer members for its Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee, including a youth position, to guide active transportation planning for the 2027 term.

State Route 4 will remain under single-lane closures between 50th and 42nd Avenues on weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. until September 18 due to gas line work.

Vancouver Police are investigating a fatal collision reported earlier this week, with details pending, and confirmed the arrest of a suspect in a recent homicide case.

What to watch next: The Clark County Charter Review Town Halls scheduled for this fall will determine whether nine proposed amendments to the county charter will appear on the November 3 ballot.

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