City of Battle Ground, Washington - Official Government Site

08/28/2026

So, what do you do when you host a community event and have a couple hundred hot dogs left over? 🌭

Fortunately for us, we have the North County Community Food Bank right here in Battle Ground! Our Public Works staff was helping clean up after National Night Out earlier this week, and they were able to take the unopened packages of hot dogs and hot dog buns to the food bank so they wouldn’t go to waste. 🤗

Thank you to everyone who joined us for National Night Out! And a special thank you to the North County Community Food Bank for helping us with our hot dog problem, and for everything you do to support families throughout North Clark County! 💛

08/28/2026

🚛🎉 VOTING IS OPEN!

Deliberations are over, and we’re excited to announce our Top 5 finalists in the Name That Truck campaign!

You sent us some seriously creative names for our sewer vac truck, and now it’s time to pick the winner.

👍 Vote for your favorite name by liking its corresponding image. The name with the most likes wins!

⏰ Voting ends at 5 p.m. on September 3, 2026.
🏆 The winner will be announced September 4.

Like and share this post to spread the word. Let the voting begin! 🚛💨

08/26/2026

HAPPENING NOW! National Night Out - Battle Ground!

Come join us!!

📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Chief Umtuch Middle School (700 NW 9th Street, Battle Ground)

08/25/2026

There’s a lot to be grateful for as conditions improve on the Hidden Meadows Fire.

From the first responders on the ground to the CRESA team helping coordinate the response and sending updates out to the public.

We noticed you, too! As the fire unfolded, neighbors, friends and even strangers were checking in, offering help and sharing information. It was pretty amazing to see people looking out for one another.

We appreciate each of you. ❤️

UPDATE: Hidden Meadows Fire

Beginning at 6 p.m. today, evacuation levels will be reduced:

- Level 3 (GO NOW) → Level 1 (GET READY)
- Level 2 (GET SET) → Level 1 (GET READY)
- Current Level 1 areas → Released from evacuation status

Fire crews have made significant progress on the Hidden Meadows Fire since it was first reported this morning. The fire is currently estimated at 12 acres, with minimal active fire behavior within the existing fire area.

DNR aircraft made a significant impact on the fire, and the majority of the fire is now surrounded by bulldozer line. DNR and local fire district crews will remain on scene overnight, working to extinguish remaining hot spots and further secure the fireline.

You may continue to see smoke in the area as crews work within the fire's existing footprint.

Stay Updated

- Check CRESA.wa.gov for the latest evacuation map and updates.
- Sign up for emergency alerts by phone, text or email at ClarkPublicAlerts.org.
- For evacuation information, animal evacuation resources or other fire-related assistance, call the CRESA Community Call Center at 360-696-2264.
- Please do not call 911 for general fire information.

SR 503 is open. Please continue to give firefighters and emergency vehicles plenty of room in the area.

08/24/2026

Sharing for our neighbors to the north.

Update as of 8/24/26 at 14:24
SR 503 is currently closed approximately between NE 369th St/SE Gabriel Road and NE Rock Creek Road. Please avoid the area and use alternate routes. Keeping roads clear is critical for emergency responders and residents evacuating the area.

Update as of 8/24/26 at 13:48

Level 3 - GO NOW Evacuation zones have updated and Level 2 - BE SET and Level 1 - BE READY have also been sent to the areas surrounding Hidden Meadows Drive and Mountain View Drive. Latest map has been updated and you can find the evacuation map linked here: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/76c2f512ca9a4b57b4963f716fb433ce/?fbclid=IwAR2cYIA2O0RQfwZLLcNP1awe29cMYy9c0qh1wPpBI2lsAy6teErLKJoEyLY

To ensure you are getting latest updates you can sign up for Clark Public Alerts here: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085616336/login

Wildfire Evacuation Level 3 - GO NOW
Emergency message from CRESA911. Wildfire burning West of 503 between Hidden Meadows Drive and Mountain View Drive. If you are within 0.5 miles of 14302 NE 346th St you are in a Level 3 GO NOW evacuation zone. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY! Failure to act now may result in injury or death.

A temporary evacuation assembly area is set-up at Charter Oak Community Church 12212 NE 299th St, Battle Ground, WA 98604

See CRESA.wa.gov for more information.

08/22/2026

Following a recent collision involving an adult e-motorcycle rider, we want to share an important safety reminder: Know Your Ride.

Electric-powered vehicles can vary significantly in their design, power, and legal requirements. Knowing the specifications of your ride can help you understand the rules that apply.

In this incident the vehicle was NOT road legal, because it:
⚡ Exceeded the maximum 750 watts
🚫 Did NOT have pedals
🏍️ Requires a valid driver’s license and motorcycle endorsement (this rider had neither)

Fortunately, the rider was wearing a helmet and sustained only minor injuries.

As electric-powered bikes and motorcycles become more popular, BGPD wants to emphasize the importance of safety and education. We’re developing additional outreach to help riders, parents, and community members better understand the laws surrounding e-bikes and e-motorcycles.

👀 Stay tuned — more information is coming! To read the full press release on this incident please visit the link in the comments below.

08/19/2026

🚗 Looking for a new set of wheels? We have a handful of well-maintained, former Police and Public Works vehicles up for sale and ready for new homes!

There are five vehicles ready and available for purchase:

2018 Ford Explorer
💲$5,000/obo
🚩91,610 miles

2018 Ford Explorer
💲$9,800/obo
🚩96,647 miles

2018 Ford Explorer
💲$11,000/obo
🚩76,228 miles

2020 Ford F-150
💲$26,200/obo
🚩37,530 miles

2021 Ford F-150
💲$29,300/obo
🚩37,915 miles

Inquires will be accepted Tuesday-Friday from 6:30am - 3:30pm by calling 360-450-1461 (Mike).

Thank you!

08/19/2026

IT'S VOTIN' TIME!

The captions are in, and now it’s YOUR turn to help choose the final winners of our Historic Walking Tour Caption Contest!

🎉 Three winners have already been selected based on the reactions received on our original contest post. Now, we’re putting our semi-finalists up for a community vote to choose three more winning captions!

HOW TO VOTE:
➡️Check out the semi-finalist captions posted in the comments below
👍❤️😂 REACT to the comment containing your favorite caption!

It's that simple!

🏆 The TOP 3 semi-finalist captions with the most reactions when voting closes will join our previously selected winners. Each winner will receive two FREE spots on the August 29 Historic Walking Tour of Battle Ground, hosted by the Clark County Historical Museum.

⏰ Voting closes Friday, August 21 at 5 p.m.

Share the post, rally your friends, and show some love to your favorite captions!

READY, SET... VOTE! 🗳️