
The Parks Advisory Board advises the Clark County Council and county staff on parks planning, acquisition, development, and related issues
VANCOUVER – Clark County is accepting applications to fill four vacancies on the seven-member Parks Advisory Board for terms that begin on Jan. 1, 2026.
Board members typically 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.
Clark County is a growing and diverse community with many residents speaking languages other than English. The Parks Advisory Board values the community’s diversity and seeks ways to promote equity and inclusion within the organization and with the public. The board encourages applications from candidates with knowledge, ability and experience working with a broad range of individuals and communities with diverse racial, ethnic and socio-economic backgrounds. Although not required, candidates who can fluently speak a language in addition to English are encouraged to include that information in their application. Residents with a passion for parks and the ability to commit to volunteer hours beyond monthly board meetings are encouraged to apply.
The advisory board meets 4 to 6 p.m. the second Tuesday of each month. The board typically meets both in-person at a set location and in virtual format using Microsoft Teams. The meeting location will be noticed on the agenda, Parks Advisory Board website, and meeting invitation, along with the links for the remote meeting.
Interested applicants should submit a brief letter of interest and résumé to Michelle Pfenning, County Manager’s Office, P.O. Box 5000, Vancouver, WA 98666-5000 or michelle.pfenning@clark.wa.gov.
Application deadline is 5 p.m. Monday, Sept. 1, 2025.
More information about the parks board is available on the county’s website, www.clark.wa.gov/public-works/parks-advisory-board.
Information provided by Clark Co. WA Communications.
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