Vancouver, Wash. ‒ The community is invited to attend the 2017 State of the County event from 3-5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23, at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, 301 W. Sixth St.

The Clark County Food Bank will be on hand to accept non-perishable food donations. Last year, the food bank distributed food to 103,771 individuals in Clark County.

Collecting food at the State of the County has been a tradition for many years. Monetary donations also are welcome. 

The event’s format will be a departure from previous years.

Councilor Marc Boldt, who chairs the five-member Board of County Councilors, will speak briefly about the council’s work plan for the coming year. County Manager Mark McCauley will speak about the county workforce and community partnerships.

Then each of the other four councilors ‒ Jeanne E. Stewart, Julie Olson, John Blom and Eileen Quiring ‒ will explain her or his philosophy of governing and focus for the coming year.

As a panel, the councilors will answer several questions from the community. Questions will be selected from among those submitted at the event or prior to it via www.clark.wa.gov/councilors/state-county.

Following the question-and-answer session, attendees will be able to meet employees and learn about county programs as they enjoy complimentary appetizers and beverages and a no-host bar. Various county departments will have informational tables set up around the room.

In keeping with tradition, the Neighborhood Associations Council of Clark County will present the Outstanding Clark County Employee award early in the program. 

CONTACT
Tina Redline
County Manager's Office
360.397.2232
tina.redline@clark.wa.gov