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Cle ElumWA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$379,300 Typical home value $606,237 +1% yr/yr · +8.5% 5-yr
👤 Members & officials (7)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the General
- Laura Osiadacz — Commissioner
- Aja Woodrow
- Audrey Malek
- Greg Maras
- Nolan Weis
- Toni Fields
Who’s on the General Government
Development activity
202554 housing units ($9.9M)
🗳️ Election results (13 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council 5 2025-11-04
Steve Harper ✓ 266 · WRITE-IN 20
City Council 4 2025-11-04
Jon Cornelius ✓ 257 · WRITE-IN 14
City Council 1 2025-11-04
Cassidy Buechle Curtis ✓ 282 · WRITE-IN 11
Mayor 2023-11-07
Matthew Lundh ✓ 371 · Kerry Clark 257 · WRITE-IN 1
City Council 7 2023-11-07
Audrey Malek ✓ 317 · Sarah Lackey 245 · WRITE-IN 4
City Council 6 2023-11-07
Steven E. Cook ✓ 420 · WRITE-IN 7
City Council 4 2023-11-07
Jerred R. Weis ✓ 429 · WRITE-IN 13
City Council 3 2023-11-07
Beth Williams ✓ 430 · WRITE-IN 10
City Council 2 2023-11-07
Ken Ratliff ✓ 300 · Kiera Hyatt 286 · WRITE-IN 2
City Council 7 2021-11-02
WRITE-IN ✓ 277 · Elizabeth Kurtz 253
City Council 5 2021-11-02
Steve Harper ✓ 390 · Ronald Wayne 143 · WRITE-IN 5
City Council 4 2021-11-02
Jaimee Mosack ✓ 299 · Mickey Holz 239 · WRITE-IN 4
Upcoming
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 16:00
General
Coal Mines Trail Commission to discuss trail maintenance and signage
The Coal Mines Trail Commission will meet to discuss erosion control and a road connection. The body will also review budget reports and plan a ribbon cutting for interpretive signs.
- Erosion control on the Cle Elum side of the Coal Mines Trail
- #9 Spur Rd connection to the Coal Mines Trail
- Interpretive Sign Ribbon Cutting planning
- Six portable toilet rental invoices from Brown & Jackson ranging from $115 to $125 each
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COAL MINES TRAIL
COMMISSION
Kittitas County Elected
Representative: Laura Osiadacz
Kittitas County Citizen
Representative: Greg Maras
Administrative Assistant: Virgil
Amick
Coal Mines Trail Commission
Agenda
November 2, 2026
4:00 PM
201 S FIRST STREET
ROSLYN, WA 98941
City of Roslyn Elected
Representative: Nolan Weis -
CHAIR
City of Roslyn Citizen
Representative: Toni Fields
City of Cle Elum Elected
Representative: Audrey Malek
City of Cle Elum Citizen
Representative: Aja Woodrow
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call of Membership
2.
Set & Adopt Meeting Agenda
3.
Review & Adopt Minutes
a. Coal Mines Trail Commission Meeting Minutes — September 14, 2026
4.
Public Comments
5.
Correspondence
a. From City of Cle Elum - Coal Mine Trail Fund Budget Reports
6.
Committee Reports
7.
Public Appearances – 15-Minute Limit
8.
Unfinished Business
a. Erosion control on the Cle Elum side of the Coal Mines Trail.
b. #9 Spur Rd connection to the Coal Mines Trail.
9.
New Business
a. Interpretive Sign Ribbon Cutting — Early November
10.
Commissioner Comments & Concerns
11.
Approval of Fiscal Matters
a. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — Invoice #I105983 $125 - October
b. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — Invoice #I105940 $115 - October
c. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — Invoice #I105984 $120 - October
d. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — …
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 13:00
General
Committee to discuss utility and garbage rate increases
The Public Works & Community Development Committee will meet to discuss potential rate increases for garbage, water, and sewer services. The body will also review a job description and a code amendment.
- 2027 Garbage Rate Increase
- Water and Sewer Rate Increase
- Code Amendment 13.14.040
- Utility Bill Relief discussion (CEMC 13.12.115)
- Job Description for Utility Construction / Maintenance Worker
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
WHITNEY PROSEK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Public Works & Community
Development Committee
Agenda
November 3, 2026
1:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
PUBLIC WORKS &
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
COMMITTEE
STEVEN HARPER
J. MICHELLE SWOPE
BRYCE WALLACE
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
3.
New Business
a. Meeting Minutes — September 1, 2026
b. Job Description for Utility Construction / Maintenance Worker — Mathew Bailey — Public
Works Director
c. 2027 Garbage Rate Increase — Mathew Bailey — Public Works Director
d. Water and Sewer Rate Increase — Mathew Bailey — Public Works Director
e. Code Amendment …
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to prepare for Comprehensive Plan Update study session
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a Comprehensive Plan Update in preparation for a joint study session with the City Council. The meeting also includes a planning update from Director Shannon Johnson.
- Preparation for Planning Commission/City Council Joint Study Session regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
CITY CLERK
WHITNEY PROSEK
Planning Commission
Agenda
November 3, 2026
6:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
PLANNING COMMISSION
GARY BERNDT
AMANDA HAHNEMANN
VACANT
MARC KIRKPATRICK
COLIN BRISSEY
PAUL KANTWILL
IAN STEELE
COUNCIL LIAISON - CASSIDY
BUECHLE-CURTIS
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1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Public Comment — Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Adoption of Minutes
a. October 6, 2026
4.
Business Requiring Public Hearings
5.
Planning Update
a. Planning Director Shannon Johnson, Staff Announcements
6.
New Business
a. Prepare for Planning Commission/City Council Joint Study Session — Comprehensive Plan
Update
7.
Next Meeting Agenda Development
8.
Commissioner Comments and Discussion
9.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Coal Mines Trail Commission Meeting — November 02, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Public …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 16:30
General
Data Center Advisory Committee to discuss terms and planning
The Data Center Advisory Committee is meeting to review previous minutes and discuss the definition of terms. The meeting includes a report from the Planning Director.
- Approval of October 21, 2026 meeting minutes
- Discussion on defining terms
- Report from Planning Director
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
WHITNEY PROSEK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Agenda
November 4, 2026
4:30 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
DATA CENTER ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
STEVEN HARPER - CHAIR
BETH MARKER
PAT DENEEN
MARCHEL ALLENBAUGH
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
3.
New Business
a. Meeting Minutes October 21, 2026
b. Defining Terms
c. Report from Planning Director
4.
Other Committee Comments
5.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Public Works & Community Development Committee Meeting — November 03, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting — November 03, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Regular Council Meeting — November 10, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Lodging Tax & Events Committee Meeting — November 11, …
Wed Nov 4, 2026 · 15:00
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Lodging Tax & Event
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Lodging Tax & Event
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Recent meetings
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to consider budget amendment and salary schedule updates
The Cle Elum City Council will meet to discuss several ordinances, including a budget amendment and a new salary schedule. The body will also review lodging tax applications and a sidewalk improvement grant for Ranger Station Road.
- Payables for October 27, 2026 in the amount of $730,729.31
- Ordinance 1737 regarding a Budget Amendment
- Ordinance 1738 regarding a Salary Schedule
- Ranger Station Road Sidewalk Improvement Grant
- Lodging Tax Applications for Mountain Madness Tournament and First Street American Flags
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
City Council
Agenda
October 27, 2026
6:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
CITY COUNCIL
STEVEN HARPER
J. MICHELLE SWOPE
BETH WILLIAMS
BRYCE WALLACE
JESSICA DICKASON
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
2.
Public Comment – Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Announcements, Appointments, Awards, and Recognition
a. City Clerk Appointment — Whitney Prosek
b. Proclamation — Recognition of Councilmember Audrey Malek's Service
c. Pangrazi Memorial Service Award — Mayor Lundh
4.
Approval of Meeting Agenda
5.
Public Appearances – 15-Minute Limit
a. The Nature Conservancy — Cle Elum Ridg …
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:30
General
Cle Elum Committee of the Whole to discuss 2026 and 2027 budgets
The Committee of the Whole will review the 2026 third-quarter budget summary. Members will discuss a budget amendment under Ordinance 1737 and hold a preliminary discussion regarding the 2027 budget.
- 2026 Third-Quarter Budget Summary
- Ordinance 1737: Budget Amendment Discussion
- 2027 Preliminary Budget Discussion
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
DEBBIE LEE
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Committee of the Whole
Agenda
October 27, 2026
4:30 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
CITY COUNCIL
STEVEN HARPER
J. MICHELLE SWOPE
BETH WILLIAMS
BRYCE WALLACE
JESSICA DICKASON
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
2.
New Business
a. 2026 Third-Quarter Budget Summary — Robin Newcomb — Finance Director
b. Ordinance 1737 — Budget Amendment Discussion — Robin Newcomb — Finance Director
c. 2027 Preliminary Budget Discussion
3.
Other Committee Comments
4.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Coal Mines Trail Commission Meeting — November 02, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Public Works & Commun …
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 08:30
General Government
Committee to review Finance Manager job description and salary
The General Government Committee will meet to discuss new business regarding city staffing. The primary item for discussion is the job description and salary schedule for the Finance Manager.
- Finance Manager job description and salary schedule
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
General Government Committee
Agenda
October 21, 2026
8:30 AM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
GENERAL GOVERNMENT
COMMITTEE
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
STEVEN HARPER - CHAIR
JESSICA DICKASON
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
New Business
a. Finance Manager Job Description and Salary Schedule — Rob Omans — City
Administrator
3.
Other Committee Comments
4.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Historical Preservation Commission Meeting — October 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
General Government Committee Meeting — October 21, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Regular Council Meeting — October 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 16:30
General
Data Center Advisory Committee to review work plan and priorities
The Data Center Advisory Committee is meeting to introduce members and review a draft work plan. The committee will discuss research priorities and identify necessary resources for its operations.
- Review of draft work plan scope and revisions
- Discussion of priority topics including land use, zoning, and economic impacts
- Review of infrastructure concerns regarding electricity, water, wastewater, and stormwater
- Identification of city documents and subject-matter resources
- Establishment of a preliminary work schedule and timeline
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Data Center Advisory Committee
Agenda
October 21, 2026
4:30 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
DATA CENTER ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
STEVEN HARPER - CHAIR
BETH MARKER
PAT DENEEN
MARCHEL ALLENBAUGH
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Public Comment — Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Introduction of Members (Background & Motivation)
4.
Review of Draft Work Plan
a. Review the preliminary work plan provided by the previous committee chair and discuss its
scope, including any additions, revisions, or areas requiring clarification.
5.
Establish Committee Priorities and Research Approach
a. Discuss priority topics, how research will be organized, and what information …
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 17:15
Civil Service Commission
119 West First Street, Cle Elum
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
119 West First Street, Cle Elum
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 15:00
Historic Preservation
Historic Preservation Commission to discuss Walking Tour Project
The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to review unfinished business and new business. The agenda includes a continued discussion regarding the Walking Tour Project.
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
CITY CLERK
Historic Preservation Commission
Agenda
October 20, 2026
3:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
MICHAEL RICHARD - VICE
CHAIR
PAMELA HAWK
RUSTY HENRICHSEN - CHAIR
JORDAN PETERSON
KERRIE SPOONEMORE
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1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Public Comment - Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Adoption of Minutes
a. September 15, 2026
4.
Unfinished Business
a. Walking Tour Project — Continued
5.
New Business
6.
Comments from Commissioners and/or Staff
a. Commissioners
b. Staff Updates
7.
Next Meeting Agenda Development
8.
Adjournment
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 08:00
General
Fire Advisory Committee meeting on October 16, 2026
The Fire Advisory Committee will discuss the history of the committee and conduct a study session regarding 10 previously presented options. The committee will also review Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau (WSRB) data from 2021 and 2026 and discuss edits to the Cle Elum Fire Department Strategic Plan for 2025.
- Study session on 10 previously presented options
- Review of WSRB 2021 and WSRB 2026
- Discussion of Cle Elum Fire Department Strategic Plan — 2025 Edits
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
Fire Advisory Committee
Agenda
October 16, 2026
8:00 AM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
FIRE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
GARY BERNDT
PHIL HESS
KENNY BECKER
MARK GOODWIN
FRED BENJAMIN
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
a. History of the Fire Advisory Committee — Gary Berndt
b. Study Session — 10 Options Previously Presented
c. Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau — WSRB 2021
d. Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau — WSRB 2026
3.
New Business
a. Cle Elum Fire Department Strategic Plan — 2025 Edits
4.
Other Committee Comments
5.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Special Lodging Tax & Events Committee Meeting — October 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Historical Preservation Commission Meeting — October 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
General Government Committee Meeting — Octo …
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 14:00
General
Lodging Tax & Events Committee meeting to review event and lodging tax applications
The committee will review several event applications and lodging tax applications. The meeting also includes updates on the lodging tax fund balance and the event tracker.
- Event Application: Boo Elum 2026 - CEDA
- Event Application: National Night Out at Boo Elum - CEPD
- Event Application: Ladies Night Out Fall 2026 - Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
- Event Application: Christmas Tree Lighting 2026 - CEDA
- Event Application: Christmas Parade 2026 - CEDA
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Lodging Tax & Events Committee
Agenda
October 16, 2026
2:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
LODGING TAX & EVENTS
COMMITTEE
BRYCE WALLACE
BETH WILLIAMS
JESSICA DICKASON
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
3.
New Business
a. Cle Elum Lodging Tax & Event Committee — Meeting Minutes — July 8, 2026
b. Event Applications
Boo Elum 2026 - CEDA
National Night Out at Boo Elum - CEPD
Ladies Night Out Fall 2026 - Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
Christmas Tree Lighting 2026 - CEDA
Christmas Parade 2026 - CEDA
Christmas in Cle Elum Fireworks 2026 - CEDA
c …
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 08:30
Library Board
Library Board to discuss facility and capital improvement plan
The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Librarian Report and discuss the Facility and Capital Improvement Plan submitted to the Planning Department and Commission.
- Discussion of the Facility and Capital Improvement Plan
- Review of 2026 year-to-date statistics
- Update on building improvements
- Summer Reading recap and weekly programming updates
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LIBRARY DIRECTOR
AMY PRIDEMORE
Library Board
Agenda
October 15, 2026
8:30 AM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
LIBRARY BOARD OF
TRUSTEES
KATHLEEN SULLIVAN -
CHAIR
TIFFANY VOELZKE-YAO -
VICE CHAIR
TARYN LUNDH
CAROLYN JONES
BRIAN BROWITT
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1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Public Comment — Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Approval of Meeting Agenda
4.
Adoption of Minutes
a. August 13, 2026
5.
New Business
a. Librarian Report
Attended Public Libraries of Washington Directors meeting
2026 Statistics — Year to Date
Programming Updates — Summer Reading Recap and Regular Weekly Programming
Update on Building Improvements
Discussion of the Facility and Capital Improvement Plan as Submitted to the Planning
Department and Commission
6.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Regular Council Meeting — October 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Lodging Tax & Events Committee Meeting — October 14, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Agenda
October 15, 2026
119 W …
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 18:00
General
Hearing examiner to review Bullfrog Flats Phase P-4 preliminary plat
The City of Cle Elum Hearing Examiner will hold a public hearing regarding a residential subdivision application. The body will review a proposal to create 151 single-family residential lots.
- Preliminary plat approval for Bullfrog Flats Phase P-4 (FILE NUMBER: SUB-2026-001) for 151 single-family residential lots
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City of Cle Elum
119 West First Street
Cle Elum, WA 98922
Phone: (509) 674-2262
Fax: (509) 674-4097
www.cleelum.gov
CITY OF CLE ELUM
HEARING EXAMINER AGENDA
Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Cle Elum City Hall Council Chambers – 119 West First Street, Cle Elum, WA
Beginning at 6:00 p.m. or shortly thereafter
The City of Cle Elum offers hearings in a hybrid format, with in-person participation at City Hall and from
remote locations via Zoom.
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I.
CALL TO ORDER
II.
INTRODUCTION
III.
PUBLIC HEARING
A. Bullfrog Flats: Preliminary Plat for Phase P-4
FILE NUMBER: SUB-2026-001
REQUEST: The City of Cle Elum has received an application for preliminary plat approval of
Bullfrog Flats Phase P-4, a residential subdivision within the approved Bullfrog Flats Master
Plat and Development Agreement area with associated modifications. The proposal would
create 151 single-family residential lots together with associated streets, utility
infrastructure, open space tracts, drainage facilities, and related improvements necessary to
serve the phase and support continued development of the Bullfrog Flats community.
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Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 08:30
Lodging Tax & Event
Cle Elum committee to review event and lodging tax applications
The Lodging Tax & Events Committee will meet to review several event and lodging tax applications. The committee will also receive updates on the Lodging Tax Fund balance and the event tracker.
- Event applications: Boo Elum 2026, National Night Out at Boo Elum, Ladies Night Out Fall 2026, Christmas Tree Lighting 2026, Christmas Parade 2026, and Christmas in Cle Elum Fireworks 2026
- Lodging tax application: Mountain Madness Tournament (UKC Basketball Club)
- Lodging tax application: First Street American Flags (Mathew Bailey)
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Lodging Tax & Events Committee
Agenda
October 14, 2026
8:30 AM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
LODGING TAX & EVENTS
COMMITTEE
BRYCE WALLACE
BETH WILLIAMS
AUDREY MALEK - CHAIR
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
3.
New Business
a. Cle Elum Lodging Tax & Event Committee — Meeting Minutes — July 8, 2026
b. Event Applications
Boo Elum 2026 - CEDA
National Night Out at Boo Elum - CEPD
Ladies Night Out Fall 2026 - Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
Christmas Tree Lighting 2026 - CEDA
Christmas Parade 2026 - CEDA
Christmas in Cle Elum Fireworks 2026 - CEDA …
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to hold public hearing on regular property tax levy
The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding Ordinance 1736 for the regular property tax levy. The body will also consider an access easement agreement for the Horse Park and Event Area and review various department reports.
- Public hearing: Ordinance 1736 — Regular Property Tax Levy
- Payables: $355,357.16
- Payroll Vouchers: $384,329.28
- Access Easement Agreement — Horse Park and Event Area
- Alleyway CIPP and Sewer Main Improvements Project — Progress Estimate No. 03
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
City Council
Agenda
October 13, 2026
6:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
CITY COUNCIL
BRYCE WALLACE
BETH WILLIAMS
J. MICHELLE SWOPE
JESSICA DICKASON
AUDREY MALEK
STEVEN HARPER
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
2.
Public Comment – Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Announcements, Appointments, Awards, and Recognition
a. Committee Appointments
4.
Approval of Meeting Agenda
5.
Consent Agenda
Items listed below have been distributed to Council Members in advance for review and will be
enacted by one motion. If separate discussion is desired on an item, it may be removed from the
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00
General
Cle Elum Committee of the Whole to review 2027 preliminary budget
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the preliminary budget for 2027 and the city's mission, vision, and values. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss legal matters with counsel.
- 2027 Preliminary Budget Overview
- Discussion of Mission, Vision, Values
- Executive Session regarding litigation or enforcement actions (RCW 42.30.110(1)(i))
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Committee of the Whole
Agenda
October 13, 2026
5:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
CITY COUNCIL
CASSIDY BUECHLE-CURTIS
BRYCE WALLACE
BETH WILLIAMS
J. MICHELLE SWOPE
JESSICA DICKASON
AUDREY MALEK
STEVEN HARPER
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
2.
New Business
a. 2027 Preliminary Budget Overview
b. Mission, Vision, Values
3.
Executive Session RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
a. (i) To discuss with legal counsel representing the agency matters relating to agency
enforcement actions, or to discuss with legal counsel representing the agency litigation or
potential litigation to which the agency, …
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 11:00
Public Safety & Health
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Public Safety & Health
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 10:00
Public Safety & Health
Public Safety & Health Committee to review municipal codes and resiliency plans
The committee will discuss unfinished business regarding municipal codes for fire and police, camping ordinances, and a graffiti code. New business includes the review of Fire Advisory Bylaws and meeting minutes.
- Municipal Code updates for Fire and Police (under legal review)
- Municipal Code Chapter 2.15 — Fire Department
- Draft Graffiti Code
- Fire Resiliency Plan
- Camping Ordinances and Title 6 — Animals
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# Public Safety & Health Committee
**CITY ADMINISTRATOR** ROBERT OMANS
**ASSISTANT CITY** **ADMINISTRATOR** ERICA KRUM
**CITY CLERK**
**FINANCE DIRECTOR** ROBIN NEWCOMB
**PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR** MATHEW BAILEY
**POLICE CHIEF** RICH ALBO
**FIRE CHIEF** ED MILLS
**PLANNING DIRECTOR** SHANNON JOHNSON
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# Agenda October 8, 2026
**MAYOR** MATTHEW LUNDH
# 10:00 AM
**DEPUTY MAYOR** CASSIDY BUECHLE-CURTIS
**PUBLIC SAFETY & HEALTH** **COMMITTEE** CASSIDY BUECHLE-CURTIS-CHAIR STEVEN HARPER BETH WILLIAMS
**CITY ATTORNEY** CURTIS CHAMBERS **119 W FIRST STREET** **CLE ELUM, WA 98922**
**Meeting ID: 757 318 4018 Passcode: 98922**
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|1.||Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance|
|---|---|---|
|2.|a. b. c. d. e. f. g.|Unfinished Business Municipal Code — Addressing (Fire/Police) [Legal Review Underway] Municipal Code — Chapter 2.15 — Fire Department [Pending Additional Changes from Chief Mills] Draft Graffiti Code [Legal Review Underway] Fire Resiliency Plan Camping Ordinances Continuity of Government Title 6 — Animals|
|3.|a. b. c.|New Business August 13, 2026 Meeting Minutes September 18, 2026 Special Meeting Minutes Fire Advisory Bylaws — Redline Draft|
|4.|a.|Next Meeting Agenda Development E-Bikes — SSB 6610|
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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 17:00
Tree Board
Tree Board to review city tree inventory and problem areas
The Tree Board will discuss an initial inventory review and address problem trees on specific city streets. The board is also scheduled to discuss its bylaws and the use of contracted tree work versus Public Works.
- Initial Inventory Review
- Problem trees on 2nd & 3rd Street
- Problem trees on Hartwig Blvd
- Tree Board Bylaw Discussion
- Discussion on contracting tree work vs Public Works
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
Tree Board
Agenda
October 7, 2026
5:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
TREE BOARD
JON CORNELIUS - CHAIR
GARY BERNDT
DEBBIE CERNICK
DEVYN SEIER
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1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
4.
New Business
a. Initial Inventory Review
b. Mugo Pines
c. Problem Trees on 2nd & 3rd Street
d. Problem Trees on Hartwig Blvd
e. Tree Board Bylaw Discussion
f. Contracting Tree Work vs Public Works Discussion
5.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Public Safety & Health Committee Meeting — October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Regular Council Meeting — October 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Lodging Tax & Events Committee Meeting — October 14, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
Historical Preservation Commission Meeting — October 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m.
General Government Committee Meeting — October 21, 2026, at 8:30 a.m.
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Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 13:00
General
119 West First Street, Cle Elum
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
Cle Elum Planning Commission holds public hearing on 2026 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
The Cle Elum Planning Commission meets October 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 119 W First Street to adopt minutes from its September 15, 2026 meeting and hold a public hearing on the 2026 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The agenda also includes commissioner comments and discussion before adjournment. No other decisions, contracts, or fee changes are listed on this agenda.
- Public hearing: 2026 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
- Adoption of minutes from the September 15, 2026 meeting
- Commissioner comments and discussion
- One Planning Commission seat is listed as vacant
- Meeting available via Zoom or by phone, with in-person attendance encouraged
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
CITY CLERK
Planning Commission
Agenda
October 6, 2026
6:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
PLANNING COMMISSION
GARY BERNDT
AMANDA HAHNEMANN
VACANT
MARC KIRKPATRICK
COLIN BRISSEY
PAUL KANTWILL
IAN STEELE
COUNCIL LIAISON - CASSIDY
BUECHLE-CURTIS
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1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Adoption of Minutes
a. September 15, 2026
3.
Business Requiring Public Hearings
a. 2026 Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
4.
Commissioner Comments and Discussion
5.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Coal Mines Trail Commission Meeting — October 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting — October 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Public Safety & Health Committee Meeting — October 8, 2026, at 10:00 a.m.
Regular Council Meeting — October 13, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Lodging Tax & Event Committee Meeting — October 14, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. …
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 16:00
General
Coal Mines Trail Commission to vote on three portable toilet rental invoices totaling $360
The Coal Mines Trail Commission meets October 5, 2026 at 4:00 PM at 201 S First Street in Roslyn, WA. The commission will review and adopt minutes from its September 14, 2026 meeting, hear public comments, and consider approval of three Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental invoices for September 2026. Unfinished business includes erosion control on the Cle Elum side of the trail and a #9 Spur Rd connection to the trail. A Coal Mine Trail Fund Budget Report for January to September 2026 was submitted by the City of Cle Elum as correspondence.
- Approval of Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental Invoice #I105252 for $125 (Sept 2026)
- Approval of Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental Invoice #I105253 for $120 (Sept 2026)
- Approval of Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental Invoice #I105205 for $115 (Sept 2026)
- Unfinished business: erosion control on the Cle Elum side of the Coal Mines Trail
- Unfinished business: #9 Spur Rd connection to the Coal Mines Trail
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201 S 1st Street, Roslyn
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COAL MINES TRAIL
COMMISSION
Kittitas County Elected
Representative: Laura Osiadacz
Kittitas County Citizen
Representative: Greg Maras
Administrative Assistant: Virgil
Amick
Coal Mines Trail Commission
Agenda
October 5, 2026
4:00 PM
201 S FIRST STREET
ROSLYN, WA 98941
City of Roslyn Elected
Representative: Nolan Weis -
CHAIR
City of Roslyn Citizen
Representative: Toni Fields
City of Cle Elum Elected
Representative: Audrey Malek
City of Cle Elum Citizen
Representative: Aja Woodrow
1.
Call to Order, Roll Call of Membership
2.
Set & Adopt Meeting Agenda
3.
Review & Adopt Minutes
a. Coal Mines Trail Commission Meeting Minutes — September 14, 2026
4.
Public Comments
5.
Correspondence
a. From City of Cle Elum - Coal Mine Trail Fund Budget Report Jan to Sept 2026.
6.
Committee Reports
7.
Public Appearances – 15-Minute Limit
8.
Unfinished Business
a. Erosion control on the Cle Elum side of the Coal Mines Trail.
b. #9 Spur Rd connection to the Coal Mines Trail.
9.
New Business
10.
Commissioner Comments & Concerns
11.
Approval of Fiscal Matters
a. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — Invoice #I105252 $125 Sept 2026
b. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — Invoice #I105253 $120 Sept 2026
c. Brown & Jackson Portable Toilet Rental — Invoice #I105205 $115 Sept 2026
12.
Set Next Meeting, Date, Time, Place:
13.
Adjournment
Coal Mines Trail Commi …
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Cle Elum Council to vote on Bullfrog Flats development agreement amendment
The Cle Elum City Council holds a special meeting on September 28, 2026, with a closed-record public hearing and a resolution (2026-031) on a third amendment to the 2002 Bullfrog Flats Development Agreement. The council will also consider renewing a Flock contract with the police department, a leak adjustment for Beau's Pizza, and appointments to council positions 2 and 6. An executive session may be held to evaluate candidates for the council appointments, but interviews and final appointment votes must be public.
- Closed-record public hearing on the third amendment to the 2002 Bullfrog Flats Development Agreement
- Resolution 2026-031 — third amendment to the 2002 Bullfrog Flats Development Agreement
- Flock contract renewal presented by Police Chief Rich Albo
- Leak adjustment for Beau's Pizza presented by Public Works Director Mathew Bailey
- Appointment of council positions 2 and 6, with candidates Jessica Dickason, Rickie Mcintyre, and J Michelle Swope
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNER
SHANNON JOHNSON
Special Meeting
Agenda
September 28, 2026
6:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
CITY COUNCIL
BETH WILLIAMS
BRYCE WALLACE
AUDREY MALEK
STEVEN HARPER
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
2.
Business Requiring Public Hearings
a. Closed Record Hearing — Third Amendment to the 2002 Bullfrog Flats Development
Agreement
3.
New Business
a. Resolution 2026-031 — Third Amendment to the 2002 Bullfrog Flats Development
Agreement — Colleda Monick — Planning Consultant
b. Flock Contract Renewal — Rich Albo — Police Chief
c. Leak Adjustment — Beau's Pizza — Mathew Bailey — Public Works Director
d. Ap …
Fri Sep 25, 2026 · 08:00
General
Fire Advisory Committee meeting to discuss strategic plans and WSRB ratings
The Fire Advisory Committee will hold a meeting on September 25, 2026, to discuss various fire department matters. The agenda includes a study session regarding 10 previously presented options and reviews of the 2020-2030 Strategic Plan.
- Study session regarding 10 previously presented options
- Review of Cle Elum Fire Department Strategic Plan 2020-2030
- Discussion of Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau (WSRB) 2021
- Discussion of Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau (WSRB) 2026
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
Fire Advisory Committee
Agenda
September 25, 2026
8:00 AM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
FIRE ADVISORY
COMMITTEE
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
GARY BERNDT
PHIL HESS
KENNY BECKER
MARK GOODWIN
J MICHELLE SWOPE
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
3.
New Business
a. Introductions — Include Your Name, Reason for Involvement, and Other Relevant Details
b. History of the Fire Advisory Committee — Gary Berndt
c. Study Session — 10 Options Previously Presented
d. Cle Elum Fire Department Strategic Plan 2020-2030
e. Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau — WSRB 2021
f. Washington Surveying and Rating Bureau — WSRB 2026
4.
Other Committee Comments
5.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Coal Mines Trail Commission Meeting — October 5, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting — October …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 08:30
General Government
119 West First Street, Cle Elum
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Council to vote on stormwater plan, code, and Flock contract renewal
The Cle Elum City Council will consider unfinished business including Resolution 2026-030 for a Stormwater Management Plan and Ordinance 1735 for Stormwater Code, plus an interlocal agreement for Conference of Governments advocacy services. New business includes a leak adjustment for Beau's Pizza and renewal of the Flock camera contract. The consent agenda includes payables of $810,053.37 and an access easement for the Horse Park. Public comment and appearances are scheduled, including a presentation from the Douglas Munro Memorial Museum.
- Resolution 2026-030 — Stormwater Management Plan
- Ordinance 1735 — Stormwater Code
- Flock Contract Renewal — Police Chief
- Payables — $810,053.37
- Access Easement Agreement — Horse Park and Event Area
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
City Council
Agenda
September 22, 2026
6:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
CITY COUNCIL
BETH WILLIAMS
BRYCE WALLACE
AUDREY MALEK
STEVEN HARPER
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order, Pledge of Allegiance, and Roll Call
2.
Public Comment – Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
3.
Announcements, Appointments, Awards, and Recognition
a. Proclamation — Recognition of Councilmember Steven Cook’s Service
b. Proclamation — Recognition of Councilmember Ken Ratliff’s Service
c. Committee Appointments
Data Center Advisory Committee — Steven Harper
Conference of Governments (COG) — Cassidy Buechle-Curtis
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Fri Sep 18, 2026 · 08:30
Public Safety & Health
Committee to consider renewing Flock contract
The Public Safety & Health Committee will meet to discuss new business, including a contract renewal for Flock, presented by Police Chief Rich Albo. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.
- Flock contract renewal discussion
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CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
CITY CLERK
FINANCE DIRECTOR
ROBIN NEWCOMB
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
MATHEW BAILEY
POLICE CHIEF
RICH ALBO
FIRE CHIEF
ED MILLS
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
Public Safety & Health Committee
Agenda
September 18, 2026
8:30 AM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
DEPUTY MAYOR
CASSIDY BUECHLE - CURTIS
PUBLIC SAFETY & HEALTH
COMMITTEE
CASSIDY BUECHLE-CURTIS -
CHAIR
STEVEN HARPER
BETH WILLIAMS
CITY ATTORNEY
CURTIS CHAMBERS
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1.
Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Unfinished Business
3.
New Business
a. Flock Contract Renewal — Rich Albo — Police Chief
4.
Other Committee Comments
5.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meetings:
Regular Council Meeting — September 22, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Public Works & Community Development Committee Meeting — October 6, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.
Planning Commission Meeting — October 6, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Public Safety …
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 17:15
Civil Service Commission
119 West First Street, Cle Elum
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 15:00
Historic Preservation
Historic Preservation Commission to revisit 2026 workplan and discuss 2027 grants
The Cle Elum Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to adopt minutes, take public comment, and discuss new business. The main items are revisiting the 2026 workplan to prioritize projects and discussing 2027 grant opportunities. The meeting is open to the public in person or virtually.
- Revisit 2026 workplan to prioritize projects
- Discussion of 2027 grant opportunities
- Adoption of minutes from September 18, 2026
- Public comment limited to 5 minutes per speaker
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MAYOR
MATTHEW LUNDH
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ROBERT OMANS
ASSISTANT CITY
ADMINISTRATOR
ERICA KRUM
PLANNING DIRECTOR
SHANNON JOHNSON
CITY CLERK
Historic Preservation Commission
Agenda
September 15, 2026
3:00 PM
119 W FIRST STREET
CLE ELUM, WA 98922
HISTORIC PRESERVATION
COMMISSION
MICHAEL RICHARD - VICE
CHAIR
PAMELA HAWK
RUSTY HENRICHSEN - CHAIR
JORDAN PETERSON
KERRIE SPOONEMORE
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1.
Call to Order and Roll Call
2.
Adoption of Minutes
a. September 18, 2026
3.
Public Comment - Limited to 5 Minutes per Speaker
4.
New Business
a. 2026 Workplan — Revisit Workplan to Prioritize Projects
b. 2027 Grant Opportunities Discussion
5.
Comments from Commissioners and/or Staff
a. Commissioners
b. Staff Updates
6.
Next Meeting Agenda Development
7.
Adjournment
Upcoming Meeting:
Planning Commission Meeting — September 15, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Civil Service Commission Meeting — September 16, 2026, at 5:15 p.m.
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $5.0M | LANA LEARN, INC. Department of Defense · ENGLISH LANGUAGE TRAINING (ELT) IN SUPPORT OF THE T6C PLATFORM. |
| $1.8M | AM EXCAVATING LLC Department of Agriculture · DISASTER RELIEF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO REPAIR ROADS WITHIN THE WHITE |
| $314,672 | AM EXCAVATING LLC Department of Agriculture · ROAD MAINTENANCE, LABOR MOUNTAIN ROADS (BAER) |
| $221,984 | FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. Department of Agriculture · E405, *LABOR MOUNTAIN, WAOWF000795, DUMP, TRUCK, DUMP; E406, *LABOR MO |
| $210,450 | FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. Department of Agriculture · FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. WAOWF260406 E176 |
| $144,688 | FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. Department of Agriculture · FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. WAOWF260420 E28 |
| $138,088 | FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. Department of Agriculture · FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. WAOWF000795 E7 |
| $124,200 | FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. Department of Agriculture · FORD EXCAVATING & TRUCKING INC. WAOWF000795 E93 |
| $117,132 | NEW SUNCADIA HOSPITALITY, LLC Department of Defense · LODGING FOR 22 STS |
| $112,808 | AM EXCAVATING LLC Department of Agriculture · ROAD MAINTENANCE, SKYKOMISH (FY25) MT. BAKER-SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FORES |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Kittitas County)
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Business establishments1,500 (13,283 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,317/mo (2025)
Adults with low literacy16.9% (low numeracy 26% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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