Good things are happening here. But Portland is a cautionary tale of letting homelessness and lawlessness get out of control. With stronger leadership and good policies – we can be different.

Good things are happening here. But Portland is a cautionary tale of letting homelessness and lawlessness get out of control. With stronger leadership and good policies – we can be different.

Tell elected officials how you feel!

Let’s not make Portland mistakes here.

Clark County Matters is here to unite people to advocate for the future of our community.

Good things are happening in Clark County and Vancouver. But challenges like homelessness, a growing mental health crisis, crime, drugs and excessive taxes and regulations threaten our progress and quality of life. And too often, elected officials make decisions for insider activists instead of the majority of people. We’re here to change that.

Sep 14, 2024
‘It’s not a safe place for us’: Homeless camp along Mill Plain sound wall sparks fear, anger in neighbors

Marina Vile always dreamed of owning a home, especially after experiencing Read More

Sep 9, 2024
New Clark County-based organization pushes for homeless camping ban

Clark County Matters, a fresh nonprofit advocating for change in Vancouver and Read More

Aug 31, 2024
50 years ago Vancouver’s Main Street was bustling; the city’s plans hope to recapture those days

A long-awaited $21 million, two-year project to overhaul Main Street in Read More