Home Rule Charter – ClarkCountyToday.com

County’s Charter Review Commissioners available to meet with community groups

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 28 May 2026 20:29:47 +0000

Fifteen elected commissioners are seeking public input on possible amendments to Clark County's home rule charter before an Aug. 4 submission deadline.

Sue Marshall delivers State of the County Address

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 20 May 2026 19:39:14 +0000

Marshall's final address covered 5,500 protected acres, a new sales tax for 22 deputies, and a new park in Brush Prairie.

County’s Charter Review Commission seeks public comment on proposed charter amendments

ClarkCountyToday.com — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:29:37 +0000

Commission Chair Brandon Erickson encourages residents to share input on proposed amendments for ballot consideration.

Part IV: Powers of initiative and referendum in County Charter

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 01:45:29 +0000

Charter Review Commission candidates share their views on the powers of initiative and referendum in Clark County’s Home Rule Charter, with most calling for changes to make the process more accessible to citizens.

POLL: How well is Clark County’s current separation of powers system working between the County Council and County Manager?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 17 Oct 2025 02:57:55 +0000

Clark County Today asks readers whether the current separation of powers between the County Council and County Manager provides effective checks and balances.

What role should the Home Rule Charter play in shaping Clark County government?

Ken Vance, Editor — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 23:40:50 +0000

Clark County Today begins a series featuring Charter Review Commission candidates discussing the Home Rule Charter’s role in shaping local government ahead of the Nov. 4 general election.

League of Women Voters presents panel on Clark County Charter

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 27 Aug 2025 18:22:09 +0000

The League of Women Voters will host a Sept. 8 panel at Vancouver Community Library to discuss the Clark County Charter, featuring four panelists who helped draft it.

Letter: What the HECK is a county Charter and why does it need reviewing?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:08:08 +0000

Anna Miller explains the Clark County Charter, its origins, and why it faces review every five years — urging voters to stay informed ahead of the 2025 election.

Letter: ‘Bend to our will to put light rail into Clark County or we will remove you via backdoor shenanigans’

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 21 Mar 2025 02:22:58 +0000

Camas resident Anna Miller criticizes Clark County Council's actions regarding light rail and outlines paths for public response in a detailed letter to the editor.

Opinion: The Clark County Charter grants the power to appoint, not to revoke, council member board appointments

ClarkCountyToday.com — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 00:35:57 +0000

Attorney Angus Lee argues that the Clark County Council lacks legal authority to remove Michelle Belkot from the C-TRAN Board, raising concerns over governance and legal consequences.