City of Ilwaco

05/15/2026

05/03/2026

Wall Fish Clay Play
May 15 · 5:30–7:30 PM · with Hans Miles

Carve and shape a fish form, then bring it to life with layered color and surface techniques. A sculptural piece ready to hang.

Register at: ilwacoartworks.org

04/21/2026

There will be a “DEA Prescription Take Back” drop location for unused medications at the Pioneer Market April, 25th 10:00-2:00.
DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other forms of prescription drugs. Liquid products, such as cough syrup, should be securely sealed in their original container.
Syringes, sharps, or illicit drugs are not collected.

04/15/2026

Black Lake Fishing Derby Registration2025 Derby Winners   Aggregate Group Grand Prize ...

03/26/2026

Happening this weekend!

03/20/2026

Let's get crawlin'!

03/19/2026

Black Lake Boat Launch Closure - March 19, 2026

The Black Lake boat launch ramp will be closed and removed due to increasing safety concerns over deterioration and rot. The city is diligently working on sourcing a replacement dock. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while we resolve the issue.

02/27/2026

Dear Customers,

As some of you have been aware, we have replaced the majority of water meters in our system. If in January, you were not charged consumption, this month your February bill will reflect two months of consumption. This will not occur again as all meters have been exchanged in the system now.

With the new system your meters will be read electronically via cell towers. This will give us accurate readings, all the time. It will also notify us of large water leaks, as they happen, not when we do the billing. If you have any questions, please give us a call.

Reminder: City Water Meters should not be tampered with. It is highly recommended that you install a water shut off value on your house for your shut-off purposes. This will also help you isolate a leak, if your leak is in your house or in the line that goes from the meter to the house.

You also may notice that some of the meters have an antenna on top of the meter box, this is for the electronic meter reading. The house owner is responsible for the protection from damage to this antenna. We recommend, if you have landscapers to put a cone on the meter to avoid damage.

Thank you for your patience through the last couple of months. We hope that the new meters will be a great benefit to you and the city!

01/22/2026

The City of Ilwaco has terminated the employment of Fire Chief Jefferey Archer, effective immediately.
An Interim Fire Chief has been appointed, and the Ilwaco Fire Department remains fully operational. The City is committed to ensuring the continued strength, stability, and support of the Fire Department and the firefighters and volunteers who serve our community.