General News

Please Know the Difference Between Electric-Assisted Bicycles and Electric Motorcycles

With so many different options now on the market, it’s especially important to understand the key differences between bicycles and motorcycles. The Camas Police Department wants all riders to be safe and avoid costly infractions.

Unable to join us at the June 18, open house? No worries, you can see the full presentation and open house boards @ https://engagecamas.com/legacy-lands-master-plan

Once viewed, we want to hear from you, fill out the survey form https://form.jotform.com/251706175437055, and tell us your thoughts for the future. Please note, the survey will close July 4.

In advance of the upcoming summer season, the Camas-Washougal Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding residents that consumer fireworks can only be discharged July 4 in the city limits of Camas and Washougal.  

The Camas-Washougal Fire Department has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline^® EMS Silver Achievement award for its commitment to offering rapid and research-based care to people experiencing the most severe form of heart attacks a

The Camas Public Library is thrilled to announce the launch of its annual Summer Reading Program, kicking off June 14 and running until August 16. This year's theme is “Color Our World” and the program invites readers of all ages to join in the fun and read for 40 days throughout the summer.

In this video update, the Mayor discusses:

Water Safety Month 

Odd/Even Watering - https://www.cityofcamas.us/publicworks/page/city-camas-set-activate-well...

Finance GFOA Award - https://www.cityofcamas.us/finance/page/city-camas-receives-distinguishe...

The City of Camas’ Finance Department is once again receiving awards. Camas was recently awarded the Government Finance Officers Association’s (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the City’s 2025-2026 Biennial Budget.

Officials with the City of Camas Public Works department have announced that Well 13 will be activated May 12, and they’re also asking residents to adhere to odd/even watering days beginning in June.

Starting in June, the City is asking residents to help reduce the amount of water used by voluntarily watering or irrigating their lawns on odd/even days based on address. Residents will water on odd days if their house number ends in an odd number, and even days if it ends in an even number. 

The Camas Public Library invites children and families to keep it cool Friday, May 16, from 3:30-5:30 p.m., at their annual spring children’s book event, “Pete the Cat’s Groovy Celebration.” Inspired by the beloved books by James Dean and Eric Litwin, this event promises an afternoon of crafts, games and an exciting dance party to show off participants’ best Pete the Cat moves.