The council proclaimed Pollinator Week, emphasizing the need to protect open spaces, forests, and parks to maintain biodiversity and provide vital habitat for native bees and other pollinators. Additionally, officials presented and approved updates to the Clark County Stormwater Code and Manual, establishing regulations for development and redevelopment to protect stream water quality, limit environmental damage from impervious surfaces, and reduce erosion.
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Clark County Council · Jun 16, 2026 · 1:19–4:00 · Watch on CVTV ↗
Keywords: open space parks Stormwater stormwater habitat environmental impact biodiversity Salmon wildlife
What was said
0:13 [ Music ] >> Today, June 16th, 2026, and we're going to start this evening with a couple of proclamations. The first one is Pollinator Week, read by Councillor Little, and accepted by Kyle Roslin from the Vancouver Bee Project. So, Kyle, yeah, you can come up. You'll have a chance to say a few words. >> Okay, yeah, I'm going to say something that you can add. I actually got to speak about pollinators on the same day I was sworn in, so I feel very connected to this issue, love the bees. Whereas pollinator species such as birds, bees, butterflies, and other insects are vital partners of Clark County's farmers, gardeners, and naturalists
1:13 in producing much of our food supply. And whereas pollination plays an essential role in the health of Clark County's forests, parks, and green spaces, which provide habitat for wildlife, maintain biodiversity, support recreational opportunities, and contribute to the ecological and economic vitality of our community. And whereas pollinator species contributes significantly to the environmental sustainability of Clark County by supporting healthy ecosystems that clean the air, stabilize soils, and protect water quality. And whereas Clark County is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and actively supports conservation efforts to enhance and protect pollinator habitats throughout our public lands, urban gardens, and natural areas. And whereas Clark County has partnered with local organizations and community members to foster education, awareness, and action in support of pollinators and their critical role in our ecosystem.
2:13 And whereas recognizing and supporting pollinators aligns with Clark County's vision of a sustainable and thriving community for all residents, now therefore we, the Clark County Council, do hereby proclaim the week of June 22nd through the 28th of '26 as Pollinator Week. Throughout Clark County, Washington, and urge all residents to acknowledge the indispensable contribution of pollinators and to participate in activities and initiatives that protect and sustain these essential species. Sign the 16th day of June, 2026, by the entire council. [ Applause ] >> Thank you, Councilman Little and all council members. My name is Kyle Rosland, and I am the founder of the Vancouver Bee Project. And on behalf of our volunteers, partners, and community members,
3:12 I would like to thank you for recognizing pollinators in Clark County through this proclamation. Pollinators are essential to healthy ecosystems, local agriculture, forests, parks, and the health of our community. And they support biodiversity and play a critical role in producing much of our food. Washington is home to more than 600 species of native bees. And thanks to the work of the Washington Bee Atlas, we now know there are at least 110 native bee species documented right here in Clark County. Clark County has incredible opportunities to lead on pollinator conservation. We've appreciated the conversations already happening with the county staff about creating and improving pollinator habitat in parks and public spaces. And we're excited to continue and build on those partnerships. Small actions can make a big difference. And planting native flowers, reducing pesticide use, leaving native habitat, and protecting open spaces all help support pollinators in the ecosystems we depend on. While Clark County is not currently a Bee City USA
4:11 community, we think it would be wonderful to see that happen. And in the future, and we would be excited to continue to have those conversations with you whenever we can. And I'd also like to invite the council, county staff, and the entire community to join us for the 2026 Vancouver Pollinator Festival this Saturday, June 20th from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Marshall Park. The festival is a free, family-friendly event taking place at multiple locations, including Marshall Park, Vida Elementary, Clark Public Utilities, and the Arts Hub. This year's festival features educational speakers, vendors, art, food, kids' activities, pollinator garden tours, a bee walk, and a keynote speaker from Doug Tallamy. So check out pollinatorfestival.org and plan your day. The festival is a celebration of pollinators and community partnerships across the county, and we'd love to have you there.
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re vital partners of Clark County's farmers, gardeners, and naturalists in producing much of our food supply. And whereas pollination plays an essential role in the health of Clark County's forests, parks, and green spaces, which provide habitat for wildlife, maintain biodiversity, support recreational opportunities, and contribute to the ecological and economic vitality of our community. And whereas pollinator species contributes significantly to the environmental sustainability of Clark County
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tive bee species documented right here in Clark County. Clark County has incredible opportunities to lead on pollinator conservation. We've appreciated the conversations already happening with the county staff about creating and improving pollinator habitat in parks and public spaces. And we're excited to continue and build on those partnerships. Small actions can make a big difference. And planting native flowers, reducing pesticide use, leaving native habitat, and protecting open spaces all he
direct keyword 1:19–1:32 open space, parks
ch as birds, bees, butterflies, and other insects are vital partners of Clark County's farmers, gardeners, and naturalists in producing much of our food supply. And whereas pollination plays an essential role in the health of Clark County's forests, parks, and green spaces, which provide habitat for wildlife, maintain biodiversity, support recreational opportunities, and contribute to the ecological and economic vitality of our community. And whereas pollinator species contributes significantly
direct keyword 3:49–4:00 open space, parks
ecies documented right here in Clark County. Clark County has incredible opportunities to lead on pollinator conservation. We've appreciated the conversations already happening with the county staff about creating and improving pollinator habitat in parks and public spaces. And we're excited to continue and build on those partnerships. Small actions can make a big difference. And planting native flowers, reducing pesticide use, leaving native habitat, and protecting open spaces all help support
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And whereas Clark County is committed to promoting environmental stewardship and actively supports conservation efforts to enhance and protect pollinator habitats throughout our public lands, urban gardens, and natural areas. And whereas Clark County has partnered with local organizations and community members to foster education, awareness, and action in support of pollinators and their critical role in our ecosystem. And whereas recognizing and supporting pollinators aligns with Clark County's vision of a sustainable