Wahkiakum County public meetings in 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board will consider a consent agenda authorizing several fund expenditures and transfers, including a $20,000 move from the Public Works Fund to the Solid Waste Fund. New business includes award presentations, a special‑occasion liquor license for an American Legion event, and reappointments to several advisory boards. The meeting also opens a sealed RFP for a Microsoft 365 migration, holds a public hearing on supplemental appropriations for the 2024 budget, and reviews auditor resolutions to supplement the 2025 budget, amend line items, and adopt the final 2026 budget. Additional items include a public hearing notice for an interlocal agreement to create the Upper Grays River Community Forest, the sale of the Cathlamet Family Practice Clinic, a lease agreement for the Johnson House, and a memorandum of understanding for paid family medical leave.

• Resolution authorizing $20,000 transfer from Public Works Fund to Solid Waste Fund
• Public hearing on supplemental appropriations for the 2024 budget
• Resolution adopting the final 2026 budget for Wahkiakum County
• Notice of public hearing to adopt an interlocal agreement for the Upper Grays River Community Forest
• Resolution for sale of Cathlamet Family Practice Clinic at 335 Una Avenue to Cowlitz Family Health Center

The commissioners approved the final budget for fiscal year 2026, adopted several budget amendments, and approved a series of property and contract actions. All votes were unanimous. No other substantive decisions were postponed.

• Adopted Resolution No. 197-25 adopting final 2026 budget (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 196-25 authorizing line‑item amendments to the 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 195-25 supplementing the 2025 budget (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of the Association of Washington Cities workers’ compensation contract for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved sale of the Family Practice Clinic Building at 335 Una Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with WHEELhouse for the Johnson House at 80 Division Street (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with AFSCME for paid family medical leave contributions (unanimous)
• Approved Special Occasion Liquor License for American Legion Post #111 event on Jan 24 2026 at 28 Rosburg Community Hall Road (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on December 23, 2025 to consider adopting a resolution that adds unanticipated state or federal funds to the 2025 county budget. The proposed supplemental appropriation allocates specific dollar amounts to categories such as criminal justice, opioid response, communications, capital improvement and others. The hearing is open in person at the Courthouse and remotely via Zoom or phone.

• Election Reserve – $20,000
• CR Criminal Justice – $310,000
• Opioid – $600,000
• CR Electronic Communications – $310,000
• Radio Communication – $160,000

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on December 16, 2025 at 10:00 AM. The hearing is for outreach and input before finalizing the 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan. Residents may attend in person at 64 Main Street, Cathlamet, or join remotely via Zoom. Written comments may also be submitted to the County Clerk before the hearing date.

• Public hearing on the 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan (Dec 16, 2025, 10:00 AM, Commissioners Public Meeting Room, 64 Main St., Cathlamet)
• Remote participation via Zoom (Meeting ID: 880 972 233, Passcode: Aux4SyY)
• Plan documents available online at https://www.co.wahkiakum.wa.us/542/Homeless-Prevention-Services and at 320 S. 3 Street (Hope Center)
• Written comments accepted by the County Clerk at P.O. Box 586, Cathlamet, WA 98612 before the hearing

Board of County Commissioners

The board will consider and adopt the 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan. They will review routine expenditures in the consent agenda, including multiple vouchers and fund authorizations from reserve funds. New business includes Fair Board reappointments, a transfer of funds to the Solid Waste Fund, a public‑hearing notice on solid‑waste rates, a grant to rehabilitate the historic courthouse roof and windows, and contracts for urinalysis screening and data‑analysis services.

• Resolution adopting the 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan
• Transfer of funds to the Solid Waste Fund
• Grant agreement for historic courthouse roof and window replacement
• Vendor contract for urinalysis screening services
• Contract with RYC Analytics for data analyst services

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously adopted the 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan. It also approved several resolutions authorizing expenditures from reserve funds, reappointed two Fair Board members and accepted two resignations, transferred $20,000 to the Solid Waste Fund, and authorized a grant for courthouse window and roof replacement. Additional approvals included vendor contracts for health screening and data analysis, and a public hearing notice on solid‑waste rates.

• Adopted Resolution No. 189-25 adopting 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Housing Plan (Aye — Strong, Tischer) – unanimous
• Approved transfer of $20,000 from Public Works Cumulative Reserve Fund to Solid Waste Fund (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous
• Approved notice of public hearing on solid‑waste rate adjustments at KM Transfer Station, Jan 6 2026 (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous
• Authorized Chair’s signature on grant agreement for courthouse window and roof replacement (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous
• Approved Business Associate Agreement with Millenium Health, LLC for urinalysis screening services (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous
• Approved Contract #21‑075 with RYC Analytics for data analyst services (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous
• Reappointed Brian McClain and Becky Thacker to Fair Board (terms 2026‑2028) and accepted resignations of Jason Lewis and Neil Beerbower (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda items authorizing expenditures from reserve funds totaling $193,699.31 and related voucher transfers (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren) – unanimous

Fair Board

The board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes, and the submitted vouchers. A motion to dedicate the 2026 Fair to former Commissioner Gene and give a full‑page recognition to the Elephant Ear booth was passed. Board officer nominations from the previous month were approved, and the Rides item was tabled until February.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Minutes approved (motion carried)
• Vouchers approved as submitted (motion carried)
• Dedication of 2026 Fair to Gene and Elephant Ear booth recognition approved (motion carried)
• Officer nominations from last month approved
• Rides item tabled until February
• Two board member vacancies noted (open spots)
• Turkey auction raised almost $200, half allocated to the Fair Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions to adopt the 2026 budgets and levy certifications for the County General Fund, County Road Fund, and Emergency Medical Services Fund, as well as adopt the final 2025 budget. A motion will set a cost‑of‑living adjustment for non‑union employees and approve the county’s contribution toward the Prosecuting Attorney’s salary. Additional items include a lighting upgrade for the Veteran’s Memorial Project, designation of an agent to collect unclaimed revenue, an MOU with AFSCME to reclassify a deputy clerk position, and a health‑care contract for opioid and alcohol use disorder treatment in the jail.

• Resolution to adopt levy increase and certification for the County General Fund (Current Expense, Developmental Disabilities, Veteran’s Relief Funds)
• Resolution to adopt levy increase and certification for the County Road Fund
• Resolution to adopt levy increase and certification for the Emergency Medical Services Fund
• Resolution to adopt the 2025 final budget for Wahkiakum County
• Motion to set COLA for non‑union employees and approve county contribution to the Prosecuting Attorney’s salary

The commissioners unanimously adopted six resolutions to increase and certify property tax levies for the 2026 General Fund, Road Fund, and Emergency Medical Services Reserve Fund. They also approved a 3% cost‑of‑living wage increase for non‑union county employees for 2026 and 2027, and modified the county contribution to the Prosecuting Attorney’s salary. Additional actions included approving the veteran memorial lighting share, designating the treasurer as agent for unclaimed revenue, updating the Deputy Clerk job classification, and increasing health‑care funding for substance‑use disorder treatment.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including multiple resolutions and vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved county share of $280.06 for Veteran’s Memorial lighting upgrade (unanimous)
• Designated Treasurer Tammy Peterson as agent to collect $5,534.10 unclaimed revenue (unanimous)
• Approved MOU to update Deputy Clerk I job description and reclassify to Pay Class 7 (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 increase in funding for WA Health Care Authority contract for substance‑use disorder (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions authorizing 2026 property tax levy increases and certifications for General, Road, and EMS funds (unanimous)
• Approved 3% COLA wage increase for non‑union employees for 2026 and 2027 and modified Prosecuting Attorney salary contribution (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss migrating county IT systems from Microsoft Office 365 Commercial to the Government Community Cloud. The board is also considering support letters for Grays river restoration and property acquisition.

• RFP for migration of 158 mailboxes to Microsoft Office 365 Government Community Cloud
• Voucher approval for $865,803.11
• Resolution for $15,612.98 payment of accumulated annual leave to Shannon Eddy
• Resolution for $8,693.75 payment of accumulated annual leave to Jeremy Jordan
• Resolution for $11,000.00 from Emergency Medical Services Cumulative Reserve Fund

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved a $865,803.11 voucher and several fund disbursements. It also approved letters of support for two WCRRI grant applications, re‑appointed three Marine Resources Committee members, enrolled in the MS‑ISAC cybersecurity program, and amended the Veteran’s Relief Fund. All actions were approved by a vote of Strong, Tischer and Cothren.

• Approved $865,803.11 voucher (unanimous)
• Approved $15,612.98 payment to Shannon Eddy (unanimous)
• Approved $8,693.75 payment to Jeremy Jordan (unanimous)
• Approved $11,000 EMS fund voucher (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Land Trust WCRRI grant applications (unanimous)
• Re‑appointed Paula Culbertson, Diana Zimmerman, and Sandra Staples‑Bortner to Marine Resources Committee (unanimous)
• Approved enrollment in MS‑ISAC cybersecurity services (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Veteran’s Relief Fund via Resolution 173‑25 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will conduct a public hearing on revenue sources for the 2026 current expense budget. It will also hold a public hearing to set the final 2026 county budget and tax levies. The meeting includes certification of junior taxing districts. Any other business may be addressed.

• Public hearing on revenue sources for the 2026 current expense budget
• Public hearing on setting the final 2026 county budget and tax levies
• Certification of junior taxing districts
• Any other business

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of County Commissioners will hold two public hearings on Monday, December 1, 2025, to discuss revenue sources and finalize the 2026 budget. The first hearing will address property tax revenue increases, and the second will consider the final 2026 budget. Written comments can be submitted to the County Auditor prior to the meeting.

• Public hearing on 2026 Current Expense Budget revenue sources
• Public hearing on final 2026 County Budget
• Consideration of increase in property tax revenues
• Preliminary 2026 budget available for viewing at County Auditor's Office
• Remote participation available via Zoom and phone

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold two public hearings to discuss revenue sources and the final 2026 County Budget. The meetings will address the consideration of an increase in property tax revenues.

• Public hearing on revenue sources for the 2026 Current Expense Budget
• Public hearing on the final 2026 County Budget
• Consideration of an increase in property tax revenues per RCW 84.55.120

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss license renewals, IT software agreements, and road naming. The meeting includes a public hearing on renaming Barr-Durrah Road to Barr Road and notices for upcoming budget hearings in December.

• Public hearing on proposal to rename Barr-Durrah Road to Barr Road
• Voucher approval for $224,138.39
• Resolution No. 166-25 for $4,401.97 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 167-25 for $1,250.00 from Inter Local Cooperation Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Marijuana license renewal for Big Zig, LLC (Cathlamet Cannabis Company) at 295 SR-4

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved a 1% property‑tax levy increase and the use of approximately $10,000 in the General Fund and $30,000 in the Road Fund for the 2026 current‑expense budget. It also approved a cannabis retailer license for Big Zig, LLC by a 2‑1 vote and a liquor license renewal with no objections. Additional actions included adopting right‑of‑way procedures, renaming Barr‑Durrah Road to Barr Road, and authorizing several voucher payments and reserve‑fund expenditures.

• Approved cannabis retailer license for Big Zig, LLC (2‑1 vote)
• Approved liquor license renewal for Little Island Creamery, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved 1% property‑tax levy increase and use of banked funds for 2026 budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Right of Way Procedures for federal‑funded projects (unanimous)
• Renamed Barr‑Durrah Road to Barr Road (unanimous)
• Authorized $4,401.97 payment from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,250.00 payment from Inter Local Cooperation Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved voucher transfers of $134,390.00 and $50,000.00 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider changing the name of Barr‑Durrah Road to Barr Road. The hearing is scheduled for 9:45 a.m. on November 25, 2025 in the Commissioners meeting room of the Wahkiakum County courthouse. Interested persons may attend and provide testimony.

• Rename Barr‑Durrah Road to Barr Road

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the October 23, 2025 meeting. It will open a public comment period before continuing the ongoing discussion of the Comprehensive Plan update, specifically reviewing Element 3. The meeting date was changed to November 20, 2025, and the December 2025 meeting was cancelled.

• Approve agenda for November 20, 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes from October 23, 2025 meeting
• Public comment session (new business)
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update – Element 3 (old business)
• Date change to Nov 20, 2025 and cancellation of Dec 2025 meeting

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the October 23, 2025 minutes. It completed updates to Comprehensive Plan Element 3 and assigned Element 4 for discussion at the January 22, 2026 meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 23, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Completed updates to Comprehensive Plan Element 3
• Assigned Comprehensive Plan Element 4 to Jan 22, 2026 meeting

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The Wahkiakum Health and Human Services Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from July, September, and October 2025. The meeting will include updates from department managers regarding public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget and finance.

• Approval of July 17th, September 18th, and October 16th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Health update
• Community Services update
• Behavioral Health update
• Budget and Finance update

The board approved the minutes from the July 17, September 18, and October 16, 2025 meetings with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved July 17, 2025, September 18, 2025, and October 16, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will vote on resolutions to adopt the Annual Road Construction Program, the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program, and the Fourteen-Year Ferry Capital Improvement Program. The board will also address a vacancy for District #3 and hold public hearings on the road and transportation programs.

• Resolution to adopt Annual Road Construction Program
• Resolution to adopt Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program
• Resolution to adopt Fourteen-Year Ferry Capital Improvement Program
• Vacancy of County Commissioner, District #3
• Public Hearing: Annual Road Construction Program

The board unanimously approved three major transportation resolutions: the 2026 Annual Road Construction Program, the 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program, and the fourteen‑year Long‑Range Ferry Capital Improvement Plan. It also authorized the Chair’s signature on a $678.91 opioid settlement with Hikma Pharmaceuticals and on a Health Care Authority contract for CJTA funding. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved 2026 Annual Road Construction Program (unanimously)
• Approved 2026‑2031 Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (unanimously)
• Approved fourteen‑year Long‑Range Ferry Capital Improvement Plan (unanimously)
• Authorized Chair’s signature on $678.91 opioid settlement with Hikma Pharmaceuticals (unanimously)
• Authorized Chair’s signature on Health Care Authority CJTA contract (unanimously)
• Approved Resolution No. 161-25 authorizing $783.29 expenditure (unanimously)
• Approved Resolution No. 162-25 authorizing $45,992.21 expenditure (unanimously)
• Approved Voucher $159,270.67 and amended voucher $170,389.12 (unanimously)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to review preliminary long-term infrastructure plans. The body will consider the 2026 Annual Construction Program, a six-year transportation program, and a 14-year ferry program.

• Public hearing for the 2026 Annual Construction Program
• Public hearing for the Six (6) Year Transportation Program (2026-2031)
• Public hearing and consideration for adoption of the 14 Year Ferry Program (2026-2039)

Flood Control Zone Districts - No. 1, No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4

The Boards of Supervisors for Flood Control Zone Districts No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 will hold special meetings to conduct public hearings regarding 2026 budgets and special assessments. The boards intend to pass resolutions approving the budgets and setting assessment values for the coming year.

• Public hearing on 2026 Budget and Special Assessments for Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4
• Proposed 2026 budget for District No. 1 in the amount of $8,109.86
• Proposed District No. 1 acreage assessment of $45.00 per acre
• Proposed District No. 1 improvement assessment of $0.80 per thousand dollars of assessed valuation

Fair Board

The board approved the meeting agenda. The September and October meeting minutes were approved. The submitted vouchers were approved.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• September and October minutes approved (motion carried)
• Vouchers approved as submitted (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The regular Board of County Commissioners meeting originally scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025, is changed to Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. because Veterans Day falls on Tuesday. All Wahkiakum County offices will be closed on November 11. The meeting will be held in the Board’s Public Meeting Room, 3rd Floor, Wahkiakum County Courthouse, 64 Main Street, Cathlamet. No other agenda items are listed.

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board will adopt a consent agenda authorizing several reserve‑fund expenditures, including $18,759.50 for environmental litigation legal fees and a $326,520.63 voucher approval. The meeting also includes discussion of a Marine Resources Committee appointment and a contract amendment with the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife. A public‑works presentation will cover the East Valley Road Approach Project prospectus, followed by budget workshops for the Fair Board, the Town of Cathlamet, and current expenses.

• Consent Agenda: authorize $18,759.50 from the Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund for legal fees related to environmental litigation
• Voucher approval for $326,520.63
• Appointment of a Cathlamet representative to the Wahkiakum Marine Resources Committee
• Contract amendment with the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife for Marine Resources Committee funding
• State Funds Project Prospectus for the East Valley Road Approach Project

The commissioners unanimously approved the agenda, the consent agenda, and several resolutions authorizing reserve‑fund expenditures. They appointed Robert Stowe to the Marine Resources Committee, approved a contract with the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, and signed the state funding agreement for the East Valley Road Approach project. The swimming‑pool budget was reduced to $25,000 and the Sheriff’s Office overtime request was approved.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda authorizing expenditures totaling $26,278.42 (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Stowe to Marine Resources Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Contract #25-27853 with Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife (unanimous)
• Approved state funding agreement for East Valley Road Approach project (unanimous)
• Reduced swimming‑pool funding to $25,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Sheriff’s Office overtime increase (unanimous)
• Approved 3% COLA for non‑union employees, matching union rate (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine consent agenda items, including voucher payments and resolutions for medical expenses. The board will also hold a workshop on ferry funding and set public hearings for the 2026 budget.

• Resolution authorizing $1,059.37 from Emergency Medical Services Reserve Fund
• Resolution authorizing $370.00 from Contingent Liabilities Reserve Fund
• Voucher approval for $39,113.71
• Workshop on ferry funding with Rep. Jake Fey
• Public hearings on 2026 budget and tax levies

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved several agenda items, including budget expenditures and public hearing notices. It also approved contracts for non‑emergency medical transportation and a $63,326 amendment to a state homeland security grant. Additional appropriations were made for local organizations and CPA services.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda expenditures: $1,059.37 EMS reserve, $22.53 County Properties reserve, $370.00 contingent liabilities, $39,113.71 voucher (unanimous)
• Approved notice of public hearings on 2026 budget revenue sources and final budget (unanimous)
• Approved notice of public hearing on 2025‑2030 Local Homeless Plan (unanimous)
• Approved contract 2026‑TSB‑17 with Community in Motion for non‑emergency medical transportation (unanimous)
• Approved amendment #1 to State Homeland Security Grant (Grant No. 23SHSP E24‑144) for $63,326 (unanimous)
• Approved $2,000 appropriations each to Historical Society, WAAG, and Cathlamet Library (unanimous)
• Approved additional funds for CPA services (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Control Board will consider new weed control applications, address past‑due invoices, review the manager's written report, and approve vouchers. The meeting will also include routine items such as approving the September 2, 2025 minutes and public comments.

• Weed Board Applications
• Past Due invoices
• Manager’s written report
• Approval of vouchers
• Approval of September 2, 2025 meeting minutes

The board approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. It approved advertising a job listing for a board position. Vouchers totaling $41,011.77 were approved. Consideration of new board applications for District 1 and District 5 was tabled until January.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion by C.L., seconded by K.W.)
• Approved advertising the board job listing (motion by K.W., seconded by C.L.)
• Approved vouchers totaling $41,011.77 (motion by K.W., seconded by C.L.)
• Tabled consideration of new board applications for District 1 and District 5 until January

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several fund expenditures and contracts for health and human services. The meeting includes the start of a multi-day series of budget workshops for various county departments and boards. The board will also address public works updates and a damage claim.

• Expenditure of $320,128.30 from the Emergency Medical Services Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Voucher approval totaling $591,644.27
• Interlocal Agreement with Port District No. 2 for borrowing funds
• Proposed name change of Barr-Durrah Road to Barr Road
• Budget workshops for Sheriff's Office, Prosecuting Attorney, and Fair Board

The Wahkiakum County Board approved a consent agenda that authorizes several reserve‑fund expenditures and an interlocal borrowing agreement. It also approved a $3,409.32 claim payment, extended the Lower Columbia Fish Recovery Board agreement, set 2026 equipment rental rates, scheduled a public hearing to rename Barr‑Durrah Road, and adopted contracts for the Community Care Hub and a business‑process automation service. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution No. 147-25 authorizing an Interlocal Agreement with Port District No. 2 for borrowing funds (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 148-25 to spend $320,128.30 from the Emergency Medical Services Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved payment of $3,409.32 to John Dent for vehicle damages on the ferry (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved Amendment No. 6 extending the LCFRB Interlocal Agreement term through Dec 31 2030 (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 152-25 establishing Equipment Rental Rates for 2026 (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved a public hearing on Nov 25 2025 to change Barr‑Durrah Road name to Barr Road (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved Contract K7650 with CHOICE to provide Community Care Hub services (Nov 1 2025 – Jun 30 2026) (unanimously 3‑0)
• Approved Business Process Automation Agreement with FreeDoc (unanimously 3‑0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will hold a continuation of its regular meeting on October 27, 2025. The session will feature budget workshops and any other business that comes before the board in regular session. No specific agenda items are listed in the notice.

• Continuation of regular meeting (no specific agenda items listed)

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue its review of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically focusing on pages 37 through 47. The body will also discuss whether to cancel or reschedule the November and December meetings due to holidays.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update pages 37-47
• Proposed meeting date changes to November 20th and December 18th

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and accepted the September 25, 2025 minutes. Commissioners Robert Digirolame and Marshall Stowe approved moving the November meeting to November 20, 2025 and canceling the December 2025 meeting. The commission also discussed and made updates to Comprehensive Plan pages 37 through 47.

• Agenda approved unanimously
• September 25, 2025 minutes accepted unanimously
• November meeting date changed to November 20, 2025 and December meeting cancelled (approved)
• Comprehensive Plan pages 37‑47 discussed and updated

Board of County Commissioners

At the October 21 regular meeting, the Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will consider an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Clark County for health officer coverage. Commissioners will also receive letters of support for a communications tower on KM Mountain. The board will vote on Resolution No. 146‑25 to authorize $15,813.21 from the County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund and approve a voucher for $54,396.86. A public comment period is scheduled before new business.

• Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Clark County for Health Officer Coverage
• Letters of Support for a communications tower on KM Mountain
• Resolution No. 146‑25 authorizing $15,813.21 from the County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Voucher approval for $54,396.86
• Public comment period on agenda topics

The board unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included the October 14 minutes, a $15,813.21 expenditure from the County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund, and a $54,396.86 voucher. Commissioners also unanimously approved an amendment to the interlocal agreement with Clark County to extend health officer coverage. Additionally, the board approved letters of support to the Department of Natural Resources and Horizon Tower, LLC for the proposed communications tower on KM Mountain.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized $15,813.21 expenditure from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $54,396.86 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Clark County for health officer coverage (unanimous)
• Approved letters of support for proposed communications tower on KM Mountain (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from July 17, 2025. The session includes updates from Public Health, Community Services, Behavioral Health, and Budget and Finance.

• Approval of July 17th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Health department update
• Community Services update
• Behavioral Health update regarding Mental Health and SUD
• Budget and Finance update

The Health and Human Services Advisory Board shared updates on vaccine supplies, the upcoming Living Well event, behavioral health staffing, and budget concerns. No motions were voted on, and there were no new approvals, denials, or other decisions recorded at this meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will host a public town hall to discuss the proposed Upper Grays River Community Forest. The meeting will be held at Johnson Park in Rosburg on October 15, 2025. The project is a partnership with Pacific County and the Columbia Land Trust aimed at conserving timberlands and improving the Grays River watershed.

• Town Hall Meeting: Upper Grays River Community Forest Project
• Location: Johnson Park, 30 Rosburg School Road, Rosburg, WA
• Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.
• Partners: Pacific County and Columbia Land Trust
• Goal: Local control of timberlands and watershed conservation

Public Meeting Notice

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will hold a Town Hall meeting on October 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the cafeteria of Johnson Park, 30 Rosburg School Road, Rosburg. The meeting will provide the public an opportunity to learn about the proposed Upper Grays River Community Forest, a partnership with Pacific County and the Columbia Land Trust. Attendees may ask questions and share input on the project's goals of timber revenue, habitat protection, watershed health, and recreation.

• Town Hall meeting to inform the public and gather input on the Upper Grays River Community Forest project
• Collaboration among Wahkiakum County, Pacific County, and Columbia Land Trust to create the community forest

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will consider approving routine expenditures from the Emergency Medical Services, County Properties, and Electronic Communications reserve funds. The meeting also includes a work session on the Wahkiakum Regional Information Forum and a presentation on a hazard mitigation plan update.

• Resolution No. 143-25: $60,443.30 from Emergency Medical Services Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 143-25: $2,340.61 from County Properties Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 144-25: $2,172.09 from Electronic Communications Reserve Fund
• Voucher Approval: $142,365.90
• Grant Agreement: Washington State Military Department Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

The commissioners unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which authorized payments from several reserve funds totaling $64,983.09 and a voucher of $142,365.90. They also unanimously accepted a Hazard Mitigation Grant Agreement with the Washington State Military Department for $54,761. No other actions were decided at the meeting.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items authorizing EMS reserve fund payment of $60,443.30 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items authorizing County Properties reserve fund payment of $2,340.61 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items authorizing Electronic Communications reserve fund payment of $2,172.09 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda voucher payment of $142,365.90 (unanimous)
• Accepted Hazard Mitigation Grant Agreement No. D26-011 for $54,761 (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Shelley and a second by Diane. The approval of the minutes was tabled. A motion to pay the vouchers as presented was carried. The discussion on 2026 committees was also tabled.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Approval of minutes tabled
• Vouchers paid as presented (motion carried)
• 2026 committees discussion tabled

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board will vote on the proposed sale of the former clinic property at 335 Una Avenue and take action on the sale of the clinic property at 355 Una Avenue. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items authorizing several leave‑payment expenditures and a voucher approval of $960,970.91. Additional items include a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a request to reconvene the Board of Equalization, a purchase of a diagnostic computer, and discussion of a Lexipol Master Service Agreement.

• Resolution No. 138‑25 authorizing $8,089.54 for Wendy Blix’s accumulated leave and FICA/Medicare
• Resolution No. 139‑25 authorizing $4,779.33 for Jesica Ferguson’s accumulated leave and FICA/Medicare
• Resolution No. 140‑25 authorizing $6,955.05 for Breanna Smith’s accumulated leave and FICA/Medicare
• Voucher approval for $960,970.91
• Public hearing on the proposed sale of the clinic property at 335 Una Avenue

The Wahkiakum County Board approved a series of financial resolutions, a diagnostic tool purchase, a Lexipol service agreement, and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The most consequential action was the unanimous approval to sell the county‑owned Cathlamet Clinic property at 355 Una Avenue using a public‑benefit method. All votes were 3‑aye, 0‑nay.

• Approved Resolution 138-25: $8,089.54 payment for Wendy Blix’s accumulated leave (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 139-25: $4,779.33 payment for Jesica Ferguson’s accumulated leave (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 140-25: $6,955.05 payment for Breanna Smith’s accumulated leave (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of a Matco Diagnostic Tool for $11,445.02 plus $1,000 annual update fee (unanimous)
• Approved Lexipol Master Service Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved proclamation of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved sale of the Cathlamet Clinic (PID #3927, 355 Una Avenue) via public‑benefit method (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payments totaling $960,970.91 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on October 7, 2025, to decide whether to sell the Cathlamet Clinic property at 355 Una Street to the Cowlitz Family Health Center. The sale is proposed under a public-private partnership to improve health services in the county.

• Public hearing on sale of Cathlamet Clinic property at 355 Una Street
• Proposed sale to Cowlitz Family Health Center
• Option to repurchase property if health services cease
• Remote access available via Zoom and phone
• Written comments due before the hearing date

Public Meeting Notice

The Wahkiakum County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide whether to sell the Cathlamet Clinic property at 355 Una Street (PID #3927). The proposed buyer is the Cowlitz Family Health Center, with an option for the county to repurchase if health services cease. Comments may be submitted in writing or spoken at the hearing, which can also be joined via Zoom.

• Proposed sale of the Cathlamet Clinic property at 355 Una Street, PID #3927
• Buyer: Cowlitz Family Health Center under RCWC 2.45.070(B)(2)(f)
• Option for county to repurchase if health services stop
• Public hearing scheduled for Oct 7, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Public Meeting Room, 64 Main Street, Cathlamet
• Remote participation via Zoom (Meeting ID 880 972 233, Passcode Aux4SY or 721021)

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The commission will first approve the agenda and the August 28, 2025 meeting minutes. It will then continue its review of the Comprehensive Plan, focusing on pages 30‑47 of the draft. No other new business or public comments are scheduled.

• Approve agenda
• Approve August 28, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public comment (none submitted)
• Ongoing discussion of Comprehensive Plan update – pages 30‑47

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and accepted the August 28, 2025 minutes. No other actions were taken; the comprehensive plan updates (pages 30‑36) were discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted August 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several fund expenditures and contract amendments. The meeting includes a notice for an upcoming town hall regarding the Upper Grays River Community Forest and a timber report from the Department of Natural Resources.

• Town hall meeting for Upper Grays River Community Forest on October 15 at Johnson Park Cafeteria
• Voucher approval for $211,242.08
• Transfer of $30,000.00 from Public Works Cumulative Reserve Fund to Solid Waste Fund
• Resolution No. 135-25 for $1,451.24 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 136-25 for $1,250.00 from Interlocal Cooperation Cumulative Reserve Fund

The commissioners unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included several resolutions authorizing small fund expenditures. They also unanimously approved a public notice for a town‑hall meeting on the Upper Grays River Community Forest. The board approved an amendment to the MorePower managed IT services contract, expanding its scope. Finally, they authorized the Chair’s signature on the 2026 Washington Counties Insurance Fund application for designated employee groups.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items authorizing expenditures: $1,451.24 from County Properties Reserve, $1,250.00 from Interlocal Cooperation Reserve, $30,000 transfer to Solid Waste Fund, voucher approvals $211,242.08 and $30,000 transfer batch (unanimous)
• Approved public notice for Upper Grays River Community Forest town hall (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to MorePower managed IT services contract (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair’s signature on 2026 WCIF application for AFSCME, non‑bargaining members, and Masters, Mates and Pilots groups (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The Wahkiakum Health and Human Services Advisory Board will meet to approve the July 17, 2025 meeting minutes and receive updates from public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget departments. The meeting will be held hybrid at the Hope Center.

• Approval of July 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Health Department update
• Community Services Manager update
• Behavioral Health Manager update (Mental Health and SUD)
• Budget and Finance update

The board reported that there was no quorum to vote on the July 17, 2025 minutes and that the August 21, 2025 meeting had been cancelled. Members gave updates on program capacity, staffing changes, limited vaccine supplies, and recent funding. No motions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the session.

Fair Board

The board approved the meeting agenda as amended, approved the minutes as presented, and approved the vouchers for payment as presented. The board also tabled discussion of the 2026 committees. No other motions were adopted.

• Agenda approved as amended (motion carried)
• Minutes approved as presented (motion carried)
• Vouchers paid as presented (motion carried)
• 2026 committees tabled

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposal from WHEELhouse to repurpose the county-owned Johnson House into a Heritage Visitor Center and community hub. The meeting also includes routine voucher approvals and personnel requests.

• Work session on the Johnson House proposal by WHEELhouse
• Voucher approval for $223,569.25
• Resolution No. 133-25 to spend $3,090.12 from the County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Proposed closure of Covered Bridge Road on October 4 for a 4-H Fundraiser
• Termination of the Skamokawa Rock Pit Permit

The board approved several items, including closing Covered Bridge Road for a 4‑H dinner, terminating the Skamokawa rock‑pit permit, purchasing a $52,344 tilt trailer, and hiring a Deputy Treasurer II. It also approved a $1,523 salary overlap for a Deputy Auditor II. By a 2‑1 vote, commissioners moved forward with the WHEELhouse group’s Johnson House heritage‑center proposal.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $3,090.12 expenditure from reserve fund (unanimous)
• Approved closure of Covered Bridge Road for 4‑H dinner on Oct. 4, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved termination of Skamokawa rock pit permit (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Trailer King TKT50O LP Tilt Trailer for $52,344.34 (unanimous)
• Approved $1,523 salary overlap for Deputy Auditor II (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of Deputy Treasurer II, Pay Class 7 Step 2 (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with Johnson House proposal (2-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the proposed sale of the Cathlamet Clinic property and hold a public hearing on renaming Upper Landing Eden Road. The body is also reviewing license renewals, commission appointments, and several service agreement amendments.

• Proposed sale of Cathlamet Clinic property at 355 Una Ave to Cowlitz Family Health Center
• Public hearing on renaming 'Upper Landing Eden Road' to 'Upper Landing Road'
• Voucher approval for $976,102.61
• Cannabis license renewal for HTP Properties, LLC (dba Royal Highness) at 490 SR-409
• Shoreline Permit for beach nourishment at lower East Sunny Sands properties

The commissioners approved the renewal of a Tier 3 cannabis producer and processor license for HTP Properties, LLC (trade name “Royal Highness”) with a 2‑1 vote after one objection. They also appointed Marshall Stowe to the Planning Commission, approved several unanimous actions including a shoreline permit for beach nourishment, a road name change, and a purchase of emergency‑alert integration services. A public hearing was scheduled for the sale of the Cathlamet Clinic property.

• Renewed cannabis producer/processor license for HTP Properties (Royal Highness) – passed 2‑1 (no objection)
• Appointed Marshall Stowe to Planning Commission – unanimous
• Approved Chair’s signature on Coordinated Care Amendment No. 1 – unanimous
• Approved purchase of integration services for ISpyFire alert system – $4,997.78 – unanimous
• Renamed Upper Landing Eden Road to Upper Landing Road – unanimous
• Approved Shoreline Permit #2025‑2006 for beach nourishment – unanimous
• Scheduled public hearing on sale of Cathlamet Clinic property (355 Una Ave) – unanimous

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a petition to change the name of Upper Landing Eden Road to Upper Landing Road. The hearing is scheduled for 9:45 a.m. on September 9, 2025 in the Commissioners meeting room of the Wahkiakum County courthouse. Interested persons may provide testimony. Accommodations for disabilities can be arranged by contacting Chuck Beyer at (360) 795-3301.

• Petition to rename Upper Landing Eden Road to Upper Landing Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several resolutions to pay accumulated annual leave to six employees. The meeting also includes a Board of Health presentation on suicide prevention awareness.

• Voucher approval for $72,521.95
• Annual leave payments totaling $36,465.60 for six employees
• Expenditure of $1,995.00 from the Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Expenditure of $501.25 from the Emergency Medical Services Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Expenditure of $185.00 from the Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund for LEOFF medical expenses

The Board unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda. The consent agenda authorized a series of expenditures from the Contingent Liabilities Fund, Emergency Medical Services Reserve Fund, and other reserve funds totaling $111,198.80. The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 a.m.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous 3‑0)
• Authorized $2,291.21 leave payment to Amanda Elliott (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,422.99 leave payment to Leslie Long (unanimous)
• Authorized $2,336.50 leave payment to Emerald Niemela (unanimous)
• Authorized $4,979.00 leave payment to Danielle Tobin (unanimous)
• Authorized $15,150.32 leave payment to Joshua Holt (unanimous)
• Authorized $72,521.95 voucher payment (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Board will meet to review the manager's written report and approve vouchers. The board will also discuss member terms and the current roster.

• Approval of July 7th 2025 meeting minutes
• OPMA Training follow up
• Review of Board Member Terms and Roster
• Approval of vouchers

The board approved the July 7 meeting minutes after a motion and second. It also approved vouchers totaling $2,775.94. A consensus was reached to keep the aquatic spray permit in place despite funding concerns. Board member Lee Tischer’s term will require a new application and signatures by the November meeting.

• Approved July 7 meeting minutes (motion by C.L., seconded by K.W.)
• Approved vouchers totaling $2,775.94 (motion by K.W., seconded by C.L.)
• Renewed aquatic spray permit (consensus yes)
• Noted board member L.T. term renewal requires new application and signatures by November

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission will approve the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, hear public comment on a shoreline permit for beach nourishment on Puget Island, and continue discussing updates to the Comprehensive Plan.

• Approval of agenda and July 24, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public hearing on Puget Island Lower East Sunny Sands Road Beach Nourishment (PILESS)
• Continued discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates (pages 19-29)

The commission approved the meeting agenda and accepted the July 24, 2025 minutes, both unanimously. It also unanimously approved the Shoreline Permit for the Puget Island Lower East Sunny Sands Road beach nourishment project. The meeting adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Accepted July 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Shoreline Permit for Puget Island beach nourishment (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Fair Board approved the agenda and the amended meeting minutes. Vouchers were approved as presented. The board voted to pay out premium points at 29 cents each, a slight increase from last year. The discussion on limiting entry numbers was tabled.

• Approved agenda (consensus)
• Approved minutes as amended (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers as presented (motion carried)
• Approved premium points payout at $0.29 per point (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion on entry quantity limits
• Scheduled Fair Premium Book meeting for Sep 23, 6:00 pm

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a request to build a road on a county-owned parcel off Clover Street. The meeting includes reviews of radio unit services, emergency notification software, and a youth prevention contract amendment.

• Request to build and use a road on county parcel 010806-430030 / PID: 1490 off Clover Street
• Omnibus Interlocal Agreement regarding radio unit services
• Purchase of iSpyFire for fire and EMS responder notifications
• Contract amendment with ESD 113 for youth cannabis and tobacco prevention
• Voucher approvals totaling $98,709.10 plus reserve fund expenditures totaling $19,408.61

The commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda, which included several reserve fund expenditures, a $98,709.10 voucher, and a Labor Day holiday closure. They also approved an interlocal radio agreement, the switch to the iSpyFire emergency notification system, and a $35,000 contract amendment for youth cannabis prevention. The board authorized $50,000 for legal services in the Deep River Landing litigation. No action was taken on the request to build a road on county‑owned parcel PID 1490.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including $98,709.10 voucher (unanimous)
• Approved Omnibus Interlocal Agreement for radio services (unanimous)
• Approved transition to iSpyFire emergency notification system (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 contract amendment for youth cannabis prevention (unanimous)
• Authorized $50,000 for legal defense in Deep River Landing case (unanimous)
• Approved Labor Day holiday closure (unanimous)
• No action taken on road request for county parcel PID 1490 (tabled)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposed ordinance to establish a Cultural Access Program funded by a 0.1% sales and use tax. The meeting also includes reviews of public works grants and health service contracts.

• Proposed ordinance for Cultural Access Program and 0.1% sales and use tax
• Rural Arterial Program grant agreement for Deep River Valley Road Drainage Project
• Contract with Washington State Health Care Authority for substance use and mental health services
• Resolution No. 116-25: $23,845.14 from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Voucher approvals totaling $118,946.17 and $134,390.00

The Commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included resolutions authorizing small expenditures and two voucher approvals totaling $253,336.17. They also authorized the Chair’s signature on a Rural Arterial Program Grant for the Deep River Valley Road Drainage Project and on a five‑year contract with the Washington State Health Care Authority for substance‑use disorder prevention. Finally, the Board voted to wait 30 days for a viable funding plan to preserve the Johnson House, after which demolition will proceed if no plan materializes, and will revisit the issue on September 16, 2025.

• Approved August 19 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items, including expenditures of $355.74, $1,231.50, $23,845.14 and vouchers $118,946.17 and $134,390.00 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair’s signature on Rural Arterial Program Grant for Deep River Valley Road Drainage Project (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair’s signature on Contract No. K6980-01 with Washington State Health Care Authority for Substance Use Disorder Prevention (unanimous)
• Deferred decision on Johnson House demolition; will seek funding plan for 30 days, then revert to demolition if none (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board passed the agenda after a motion by Diane and a second by Shelly. The minutes were approved after a motion by Diane and a second by Erinn. The board also approved the vouchers as presented after a motion by Erinn and a second by Brian. No other formal decisions were recorded.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Minutes approved (motion carried)
• Vouchers approved (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposed ordinance to establish a Cultural Access Program funded by a 0.1% sales and use tax. The meeting also includes a budget workshop for the Fair Board and reviews of several county contracts.

• Proposed ordinance for a Cultural Access Program with a .1% sales and use tax
• Voucher approvals totaling $993,738.81
• Subconsultant Agreement No. 2 with DOWL, LLC for the Wilson Creek Bridge Project
• Proposed name change of 'Upper Landing Eden Road' to 'Upper Landing Road'
• Ferry service closure notice for September 3-4 for engine replacement

The commissioners unanimously approved a $40,000 contract with the state fish and wildlife department, a $2,182.29 security‑tags agreement, and a ferry service shutdown for engine replacement. They also approved a subconsultant change for the Wilson Creek Bridge, a public hearing on renaming Upper Landing Eden Road, and a letter opposing expanded riparian buffers. Expenditures from two reserve funds were authorized. The Cultural Access Program tax proposal and the Johnson House disposition were tabled for future discussion.

• Approved $40,000 contract with Washington State Dept of Fish and Wildlife for Marine Resources Committee (unanimous)
• Approved $2,182.29 three‑year security tags agreement with Easy Vote Solutions (unanimous)
• Authorized ferry service shutdown Sep 3‑4 for main engine replacement (unanimous)
• Approved Subconsultant Agreement No. 2 shifting Wilson Creek Bridge survey to 45" Parallel Geomatics (unanimous)
• Approved public hearing on Upper Landing Eden Road name change to Upper Landing Road on Sep 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved letter opposing expansion of riparian buffers for Type Np streams to Forest Practices Board (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,853.83 expenditure from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund (Resolution 112‑25, unanimous)
• Authorized $2,172.09 expenditure from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund (Resolution 113‑25, unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss potential staff reductions and layoffs. The agenda includes reviewing the resignation of the County Assessor and various funding agreements for solid waste and emergency services.

• Resolution No. 107-25: $331,386.00 for county road dry dock ferry expenses
• Voucher approvals totaling $289,797.19 across three batches
• Resignation of the County Assessor effective September 5, 2025
• Grant agreement with Washington State Department of Ecology for solid waste management
• Annual 911 SECO Basic Service Operating Grant Contract with the Washington Military Department

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved a series of financial resolutions, grant agreements, contracts, and staffing actions. Key items included fund transfers for ferry expenses, a solid‑waste recycling grant, a 911 service salary grant, a reduction of an environmental health position, the Purdue opioid settlement, a request to restore state ferry funding, and an amendment to keep a public‑works technician position.

• Approved Resolution 107-25 transferring $331,386 from Capital Improvements Fund to Contingent Liabilities Reserve for ferry expenses (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved Resolution 108-25 paying $4,799.87 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved Grant Agreement SWMLSWFA-2025-WaCoPW-00314 for solid‑waste recycling dumpsters (20% match) (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved 911 SECO Basic Service Operating Grant contract adding roughly $20,000 to salary funding (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved MOU reducing Environmental Health Specialist position from 1.0 to 0.8 FTE (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved Purdue opioid settlement agreements (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved letter requesting restoration of state ferry funding to $63,583 per month (unanimous 3‑0)
• Approved amendment removing Public Works Engineering Technician position from elimination list (unanimous 3‑0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is continuing a regular meeting to discuss the budget. The session will include discussions on making budget and payroll cuts.

• Budget discussions
• Payroll cuts

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss ongoing updates to the county's Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a review of updated pages 15-16 and a discussion on document formatting and organization.

• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan updates for pages 15-16
• Review of Comprehensive Plan document structure regarding sections and chapters
• Proposed relocation of the Comprehensive Plan Table of Contents to page 4
• Review of the new Comprehensive Plan Update webpage

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also unanimously accepted the June 26, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions were taken; the commission discussed formatting changes to the comprehensive plan and will continue the discussion at the August meeting.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 26, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a series of budget workshops with individual county departments. The meeting includes decisions on tower construction leases, professional service agreements, and a bus program grant.

• Lease agreement with Horizon Tower III for tower construction
• Amendment to A&E Professional Services Agreement with Exeltech Consulting, Inc. for East Valley Road project
• Professional Services Agreement with Urban Soils, LLC for septic evaluation and designs
• Consolidated Operating Grant Agreement 2025-2029 for Wahkiakum on The Move bus program
• Voucher approvals totaling $185,731.66

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved a package of staffing reductions and hour cuts that will save about $206,000 for the Current Expense Fund, effective August 31, 2025. The approved changes include reduced hours for the Extension Office Grants Coordinator and Deputy Treasurer, eliminations of several part‑time clerk and auditor positions, and cuts to probationary sheriff and jail staff, among others. Earlier agenda items were also unanimously approved, such as amendments to the Exeltech Consulting contract, a professional services agreement with Urban Soils, and a bus program operating grant.

• Approved staff reductions and hour cuts totaling $206,000 savings (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Exeltech Consulting A&E services contract (unanimous)
• Approved Urban Soils professional services agreement and AFSCME MOU (unanimous)
• Approved Wahkiakum on the Move bus program operating grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 105-25 to spend $4,185.90 from County Properties Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 106-25 to spend $23,887.77 from Electronic Communications Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $185,731.66 (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting agenda and consent agenda (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will meet to approve minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. Members will receive updates from Public Health, Community Services, Behavioral Health, and Budget and Finance.

• Approval of May 15th, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Health update
• Community Services update
• Behavioral Health updates regarding Mental Health and SUD
• Budget and Finance update

The board approved the May 15th, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided; the meeting provided updates on public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget matters. The September 18, 2025 meeting was noted as cancelled.

• Approved May 15th, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider funding for ferry operations and a contract amendment for a legal research library. The meeting includes a department head session to discuss budget workshops and travel policies.

• Voucher approval for $306,551.56
• Resolution No. 104-25: $30,880.29 from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 103-025: $6,514.13 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Interagency Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for ferry operation funding
• Contract amendment with LexisNexis for legal research library

The commissioners unanimously approved a new interagency ferry funding agreement that caps monthly state support at $57,500, cutting annual aid by $73,000. They also approved a contract amendment with LexisNexis for a legal‑research library at under $200 per month for three years. The board extended a temporary part‑time Extension Office position for July and adopted the AFSCME layoff‑notice policy. All items were adopted without dissent.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items: $6,514.13 and $30,880.29 reserve fund resolutions and $306,551.56 voucher (unanimous)
• Approved AFSCME layoff‑notice policy (unanimous)
• Approved extension of temporary part‑time Extension Office employee for July (unanimous)
• Approved Ferry Operations Interagency Agreement No. GCC-1205, 85% funding up to $57,500/month (unanimous)
• Approved LexisNexis contract amendment for legal research library, under $200/month for three years (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. A motion was carried to approve vouchers moving $17,000 to the checking account and county properties. No public comment was received. The meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Minutes approved (motion carried)
• Vouchers for $17,000 approved to move funds to checking account and county properties (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss contract amendments for jail housing and homelessness crisis response. The meeting includes a workshop on the Wahkiakum-Pacific Counties Joint Community Forest Project and several fund expenditure resolutions.

• Voucher approval for $1,165,502.62
• Resolution 102-25: $30,000 transfer from Public Works Cumulative Reserve Fund to Wahkiakum Solid Waste Fund
• Resolution 101-25: $12,944.66 expenditure from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund
• DOC Contract Amendment No. 5-K11647 to increase jail housing per diem rates
• Consolidated Homeless Grant Contract with the Department of Commerce

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved the July 8 consent agenda, including a $1,165,502.62 voucher payment and several fund transfers and contracts. Approvals covered a $12,944.66 expenditure from the Electronic Communications Reserve, a $30,000 transfer to the Solid Waste Fund, a Department of Corrections per‑diem amendment, a transportation services agreement, a workforce reimbursement contract, and a $650,682 homeless grant. No action was taken on the Johnson House discussion.

• Approved July 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized $12,944.66 expenditure from Electronic Communications Reserve (unanimous)
• Authorized $30,000 transfer from Public Works Reserve to Solid Waste Fund (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $1,165,502.62 (unanimous)
• Approved Department of Corrections contract amendment to increase per‑diem rate (unanimous)
• Approved Special Services Agreement with Elochoman Valley Partners (term 7/1/25‑6/30/29) (unanimous)
• Approved Workforce Southwest Washington reimbursement contract (term 7/1/25‑6/30/26) (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Homeless Grant contract for $650,682 (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board will review a written manager's report and consider the approval of vouchers. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting.

• Approval of May 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approval of vouchers

The Noxious Weed Control Board approved the minutes from the May 5 meeting. It also approved payment vouchers totaling $3,111.97. A discussion about required OPMA training for board members was held, but no decision was made. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved May 5 meeting minutes (motion by K.W., seconded by L.T.)
• Approved vouchers totaling $3,111.97 (motion by K.W., seconded by L.T.)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss road projects, including the Eden Valley Road Paving Project and Mill Road re-leveling. The board is also reviewing appointments to the Planning Commission and an interlocal agreement for workforce investment.

• Resolution 97-25: Loan of $330,000 from Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund to County Road Fund
• Contract agreement for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project
• Memorandum of Understanding with Columbia Land Trust for Mill Road re-leveling project
• Contract with ClearSense Cleaning & Maintenance, LLC for janitorial services
• Interlocal Agreement with Clark and Cowlitz Counties for Southwest Washington WorkForce Investment Area

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved an interlocal agreement with Clark and Cowlitz Counties to create the Southwest Washington WorkForce Investment Area. It also approved several contracts and appointments, including a planning commission appointment, a voluntary stewardship program contract, a janitorial services contract, a Mill Road re‑leveling MOU, and an Eden Valley Road paving contract.

• Appointed Bruce Craven to Planning Commission (through Dec 31 2025) – approved
• Appointed Steven Lake to Planning Commission (through Dec 31 2028) – approved
• Approved interlocal agreement with Clark and Cowlitz Counties for Southwest Washington WorkForce Investment Area – approved
• Approved and signed Contract No. K2632 with Washington State Conservation Commission for Voluntary Stewardship Program – approved
• Accepted bid and approved service contract with ClearSense Cleaning & Maintenance for janitorial services ($51,000 annually) – approved
• Entered Memorandum of Understanding with Columbia Land Trust for Mill Road re‑leveling project – approved
• Approved and signed public works contract with Lakeside Industries for Eden Valley Road paving project – approved

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss ongoing updates to the county's Comprehensive Plan. The meeting includes a review of the first 14 pages of updates and a new project webpage.

• Ongoing discussion of the Comprehensive Plan Update
• Review of the first 14 pages of Comprehensive Plan updates
• Review of a new Comprehensive Plan Update webpage
• Approval of May 22, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved the meeting agenda as written with a unanimous vote. It also accepted the minutes from the May 22, 2025 meeting unanimously. Pages 15 and 16 of the Comprehensive Plan were discussed, with minor wording updates noted. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Accepted May 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed minor wording updates to pages 15‑16 of the Comprehensive Plan

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the renaming of a portion of Steamboat Slough Road. The board is also reviewing contracts for road paving and social services.

• Public hearing and resolution to rename a portion of Steamboat Slough Road
• Public Works contract with Lakeside Industries for Eden Valley Road paving
• Voucher approval for $91,551.43
• Resolution No. 95-25 to spend $783.13 for LEOFF member medical expenses
• Contract with Washington State Department of Social and Health Services for developmental disabilities supported employment services

The commissioners unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included excusing Commissioner Strong, approving prior meeting minutes, authorizing $783.13 from the reserve fund, approving a $91,551.43 voucher, and observing Independence Day. They also approved a letter of support for the CoPes Hub grant, five memorandums of understanding for the Re‑Entry Demonstration Initiative, and a contract with the state health department for developmental disabilities. The board renamed a portion of County Road No. 92170 to County Road No. 92180, naming it “Whitetail Road.” The Eden Valley Road paving contract was tabled pending further site visits.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)
• Approved consent agenda items including excusing Commissioner Strong, approving minutes, $783.13 reserve fund expenditure, $91,551.43 voucher, and July 4 holiday closure (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)
• Approved letter of support for CoPes Hub grant application (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)
• Approved five MOUs with Managed Care Organizations for the Re‑Entry Demonstration Initiative (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)
• Approved resolution renaming portion of Steamboat Slough Road to Whitetail Road (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)
• Approved contract with Washington State Department of Social and Health Services for Developmental Disabilities (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)
• Tabled Eden Valley Road paving project contract pending further site visits (consensus)
• Approved holiday closure observation of Independence Day on July 4, 2025 (unanimously, Aye — Tischer and Cothren)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to decide whether to change the name of the southwest portion half of Steamboat Slough Road. Residents may provide input during the hearing.

• Public hearing on renaming the southwest portion half of Steamboat Slough Road
• Proposed name suggestions: White Tail Road and Refuge Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a Public Works contract with Lakeside Industries for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project. The board will also review IT license renewals and several fund expenditures.

• Public Works contract with Lakeside Industries for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project
• Microsoft Office 365 license renewal and Government Cloud upgrade
• Resolution No. 92-25: $3,000 from Emergency Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 93-25: $9,074.36 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 94-25: $25,165.19 from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund

The commissioners approved the regular meeting agenda, removing the Eden Valley Road paving contract. They approved the consent agenda, which excused Commissioner Strong, adopted the June 10 minutes, and authorized expenditures from three reserve funds and a voucher totaling $203,? (see items). They also authorized the IT Director to purchase Office 365 licenses for $50,547.85 under TIPS Contract No. 230105.

• Approved meeting agenda, removing Eden Valley Road paving contract (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, excusing Commissioner Strong (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda, adopting June 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,000 from Emergency Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized $9,074.36 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized $25,165.19 from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $165,778.25 (unanimous)
• Authorized $50,547.85 Office 365 license purchase under TIPS Contract No. 230105 (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board approved the April meeting minutes. Vouchers were approved. The board authorized a purchase of up to $400 for a one‑night stay after a donation from Ilani did not include rooms. The agenda was also approved.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April minutes (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers (motion carried)
• Authorized up to $400 purchase of one‑night stay (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss public works contracts and financial resolutions. Key items include a paving project and a funding loan for public health.

• Public Works contract with Lakeside Industries for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project
• Voucher approval for $944,022.22
• Resolution to loan funding to the Public Health Fund
• Call for bids for janitorial service at county facilities
• Contract with Washington State Department of Ecology for solid waste enforcement funding

The commissioners unanimously approved a $250,000 loan to the Public Health Fund, proclaimed June 21, 2025 as Wahkiakum Ferry Day, and approved several contracts and a voucher totaling $944,022.22. They also approved a call for bids for county janitorial services and a solid‑waste enforcement contract with the State Ecology Department. Action on the Eden Valley Road paving project was tabled pending the County Engineer’s input. No other business was taken.

• Approved proclamation of June 21, 2025 as Wahkiakum Ferry Day (unanimous)
• Approved call for bids for janitorial services at county facilities (unanimous)
• Approved loan of $250,000 to Public Health Fund from Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved contract SWMLSWFA-2025-WaCoPH-00281 with Washington State Dept. of Ecology for solid waste enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $944,022.22 (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Tabled action on Eden Valley Road Paving Project pending County Engineer (no vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a significant loan between reserve funds and the vacation of a portion of Greenwood Road. The board is also reviewing the conversion of duplex units to condominiums.

• Resolution 84-25: Loan of $500,000 from Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund to Current Expense Fund
• Public hearing and resolution to vacate the last .23 miles of Greenwood Road
• Conversion of duplex units to individual condominiums
• Voucher approvals totaling $198,258.43
• Scheduling a public hearing to change the name of a portion of Steamboat Slough Road

The commissioners unanimously approved the agenda, a $500,000 loan from the Contingent Liabilities Reserve, and several fund expenditures totaling about $28,000. They also signed two short‑plat applications from Heim Investments, scheduled a public hearing to rename part of Steamboat Slough Road to Whitetail Road, and adopted a resolution vacating the last 0.23 mile of Greenwood Road. All votes were 2‑0 in favor.

• Approved $500,000 loan from Contingent Liabilities Reserve to Current Expense Fund (unanimous)
• Approved fund expenditures totaling $28,255.72 from EMS, County Properties, Contingent Liabilities, and Electronic Communications reserves (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payments of $159,876 and $38,382.43 (unanimous)
• Approved Chair’s signature on Short Plat 2025‑3001 & 2025‑3002 for Heim Investments (unanimous)
• Approved scheduling a public hearing on June 24, 2025 to rename part of Steamboat Slough Road to Whitetail Road (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 89‑25 vacating the last 0.23 mile of Greenwood Road (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a request to vacate the final .23 miles of Greenwood Road. The action follows a petition from property owners to control unauthorized recreational access.

• Public hearing on June 3, 2025, at 9:45 a.m. regarding the vacation of .23 miles of Greenwood Road
• Proposed vacation of county right of way within properties owned by Daniel J. Holten and Pamela J. Moore
• Requirement for the County Road Engineer to submit a report on the road's condition and public benefit by May 26, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative updates, including a contract extension with the Department of Licensing and staffing for WSU Extension. The board will also consider naming changes for Steamboat Slough Road and Ma’uka Nani Drive, as well as fairgrounds improvements.

• Voucher approval for $53,719.14
• Proposed name change for the southeastern portion of Steamboat Slough Road
• Petition to assign private road: Ma’uka Nani Drive
• Installation of a concrete pad for a storage trailer at the fairgrounds
• Amendment to Contract No. K7000 with the Washington State Department of Licensing

The board unanimously approved a resolution to rename the southeastern portion of Steamboat Slough Road to White Tail Road, aiming to reduce confusion for emergency response. It also unanimously approved $1,438 in wages and $158 in benefits for temporary part‑time help at the Extension Office, and authorized $994.90 from the County Properties Fund for a concrete pad for a fairgrounds storage trailer. Additionally, the board unanimously approved an amendment to the Washington State Department of Licensing contract through June 30, 2030 and approved the private road Ma’uka Nani Drive.

• Approved renaming southeastern Steamboat Slough Road to White Tail Road (unanimous)
• Approved $1,438 wages and $158 benefits for temporary Extension Office help (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Washington State Dept. of Licensing contract through 6/30/2030 (unanimous)
• Approved private road Ma’uka Nani Drive (unanimous)
• Approved $994.90 County Properties Fund payment for concrete pad for fairgrounds trailer (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including May 20 minutes and $53,719.14 voucher (unanimous)
• Agreed by consensus to proceed with NEXT summer work program pending attorney review

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission will meet to continue discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan update. The meeting includes a period for public comment.

• Ongoing discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda as written. They also unanimously accepted the April 24, 2025 meeting minutes as written. The Comprehensive Plan Update was discussed but no decision was made. The meeting adjourned at 7:00 pm.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed Comprehensive Plan Update (no decision)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss designating the Wahkiakum Conservation District as the lead entity for the Voluntary Stewardship Program. The meeting includes several fund expenditure resolutions and a potential real estate acquisition in executive session.

• Resolution No. 82-25: $91,260.17 from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 81-25: $1,250.00 from Interlocal Cooperation Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 80-25: $324.37 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Petition to change road name from Willow Drive to Anna Drive
• Executive session to consider the acquisition of real estate

The board unanimously approved the acquisition of two forest parcels—107 acres for $773,730 and a 2,317‑acre parcel for $11,842,566. It also approved a $1,460 amendment to a contract with the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife, renamed Willow Drive to Anna Drive, and designated the County Conservation District as lead for the Voluntary Stewardship Program. Additionally, the board proclaimed May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month and approved routine voucher and resolution items on the consent agenda. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved purchase of 107‑acre forest parcel for $773,730 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2,317‑acre forest parcel for $11,842,566 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. 23‑23321 with Washington Dept. of Fish & Wildlife for $1,460 (unanimous)
• Approved renaming of private road from Willow Drive to Anna Drive (unanimous)
• Designated County Conservation District as lead entity for Voluntary Stewardship Program and approved intergovernmental agreement (unanimous)
• Proclaimed May 2025 as Mental Health Awareness Month (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda resolutions authorizing expenditures of $324.37, $1,250.00, $91,260.17 and multiple voucher approvals (unanimous)
• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The Wahkiakum Health & Human Services Advisory Board will hold a hybrid meeting on May 15, 2025. Agenda items include approval of the April meeting minutes, board member updates, and department reports from Public Health, Community Services, CHA/CHIP, Behavioral Health, and Budget and Finance. No guest speaker is scheduled. The next meeting is set for June 19, 2025.

• Approval of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Health update by Cruickshank
• Community Health Assessment/Community Health Improvement Plan (CHA/CHIP) update by Hoskins
• Behavioral Health Manager update covering Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
• Budget and Finance update by Collupy

The advisory board approved the March 20th, 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded in this meeting.

• Approved March 20th, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board approved the April meeting minutes (motion carried). The vouchers presented by Patty were also approved (motion carried). The treasurer's report was tabled due to the treasurer's absence. No other motions were decided at this meeting.

• April minutes approved (motion carried)
• Vouchers approved as presented by Patty (motion carried)
• Treasurer report tabled

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to vacate a portion of Greenwood Road and discuss a fuel system upgrade for Shop #3. They will also hear from Wahkiakum Animal Advocates Group about an urgent need for foster homes and shelter space for abandoned dogs. A workshop on nuisance solid waste, junk cars, and right-of-way encroachment is scheduled. The consent agenda includes a $986,322 voucher approval and several resolutions authorizing expenditures from cumulative reserve funds.

• Resolution to consider vacating a portion of Greenwood Road
• Fuel system upgrade for Shop #3
• Proclamation: Police Week, May 11–17, 2025
• Wahkiakum Animal Advocates Group presentation on urgent need for dog foster homes and shelter space
• Workshop on nuisance solid waste, junk cars, and right-of-way encroachment

The commissioners unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included several reserve‑fund expenditures, a $986,322 voucher, and a Memorial Day holiday closure. They also unanimously proclaimed May 11‑17 as Police Week. A resolution was adopted to consider vacating a portion of Greenwood Road and to hold a public hearing on June 3, 2025, and a quote for a $45,411.34 fuel system upgrade at Road Shop 3 was approved.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous) – minutes, reserve fund expenditures, $986,322 voucher, Memorial Day holiday closure
• Proclaimed Police Week May 11‑17, 2025 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 79‑25 to consider vacating part of Greenwood Road and schedule public hearing June 3, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved fuel system upgrade quote $45,411.34 for Road Shop 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Memorial Day holiday closure on Monday May 26, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $986,322.00 (unanimous)
• Approved reserve fund expenditures: $2,214.87 (Properties), $30,268.71 (Contingent Liabilities), $20,316.85 (Electronic Communications) (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss updating the surplus property code for public-private partnerships and a habitat restoration project involving a dike breach. The body will also consider several fund expenditures and administrative appointments.

• Resolution to amend surplus property code for public-private partnerships
• Discussion of Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife proposal to breach a dike
• Voucher approval for $223,259.62
• Expenditures from reserve funds: $2,900.73 (EMS), $5,088.53 (Properties), $185.00 (Contingent Liabilities), and $3,364.23 (Electronic Communications)
• Renaming fund 124 from ARPA to Opioid Remediation

The commissioners unanimously approved a resolution renaming Fund #124 from the ARPA fund to the Opioid Remediation Fund. They also approved several financial actions, including a $223,259.62 voucher, an $18,078.62 IT software purchase, and the appointment of two members to the Board of Equalization. Additional approvals covered salary expense reallocation, grant amendments, and the purchase of health‑related vending machines.

• Adopted Resolution No. 74-25 renaming Fund #124 to Opioid Remediation Fund (unanimous)
• Authorized IT purchase of KnowBe4 Defend add‑on module for $18,078.62 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Darren Plank (to 12/31/2027) and Cathy Gawith (to 12/31/2026) to Board of Equalization (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 73-25 cancelling outstanding warrants totaling $247.03 (unanimous)
• Approved shift of approximately $17,521 from Auditor O&M Fund to Current Expenses Fund (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of two vending machines for $21,460 plus tax (unanimous)
• Approved amendment extending grant expiration to 6/30/2029 (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $223,259.62 (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board will hold its regular meeting on May 5, 2025, at the River Street Building in Cathlamet. The board will review the 2025 Cost Share adoption and consider aquatic treatment bids. No ordinances or contracts are listed for formal action.

• 2025 Cost Share adoption
• Aquatic Treatment Bids review

The board adopted the 2025 cost‑share plan at the same level as the prior year. It approved the Woodland Resources bid for aquatic weed treatment up to $40,000, with a possible reduction of the travel fee. The board also approved vouchers totaling $1,726.90. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Adopted 2025 cost‑share plan same as last year
• Approved Woodland Resources aquatic treatment bid up to $40,000
• Approved vouchers totaling $1,726.90

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on April 24, 2025. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, a public comment period, and old business discussions on a fee schedule resolution and the ongoing comprehensive plan update. No votes on new projects are scheduled.

• Approval of February 27, 2025, meeting minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of Fee Schedule Resolution
• Ongoing discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda and accepted the February 27, 2025 minutes. The Fee Schedule Resolution and Comprehensive Plan Update were discussed but no actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 pm.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 27, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Public Meeting Notice

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will meet to hear a presentation from the Cowlitz Indian Tribe’s Habitat Restoration Program. The discussion will cover past, current, and future restoration efforts in the upper Grays River watershed.

• Presentation by Cowlitz Indian Tribe’s Habitat Restoration Program regarding the upper Grays River watershed

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider landscape maintenance contracts for county properties and the courthouse. They will also discuss a petition to name a private road and a letter opposing the transfer of salmon recovery funding.

• Voucher approval for $108,263.27
• Landscape maintenance contracts with Zack’s Lawn and Property Maintenance and Forrest Mora Landscaping
• Private road petition to name a road 'Willow Drive' off East Valley Road
• Resolution No. 68-25 for Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund expenditure of $17,941.99
• Presentation by Cowlitz Indian Tribe on Upper Grays River habitat restoration

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and consent agenda. It approved $250 in funding for the Cathlamet Women’s Club emergency‑preparedness event, landscape maintenance contracts for county and courthouse properties, and the naming of a private road as Willow Drive. The board also approved a letter opposing the state’s proposed transfer of salmon recovery funds. All actions were approved by a vote of Strong, Tischer and Cothren.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including several fund vouchers (unanimous)
• Approved $250 funding for Cathlamet Women’s Club emergency preparedness event (unanimous)
• Approved Landscape Maintenance Contract with Zack’s Lawn and Property Maintenance for county properties (unanimous)
• Approved Landscape Maintenance Contract with Forrest Mora Landscaping for courthouse property (unanimous)
• Approved naming of private road "Willow Drive" (unanimous)
• Approved letter opposing state’s proposed transfer of salmon recovery funds (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The Wahkiakum Health and Human Services Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from February and March 2025, followed by updates from department heads on public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget/finance. No guest speakers are scheduled. The meeting is largely administrative with routine reports and board member announcements.

• Approval of meeting minutes for February 20 and March 20, 2025
• Public Health update from Cruickshank
• Community Services Manager update from Johnston
• Behavioral Health update covering Mental Health and SUD
• Budget and Finance update from Collupy

The board was unable to approve the meeting minutes because a quorum was not present. No other formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded. Guest speakers presented on the community health improvement plan, and announcements were made about upcoming events.

• Meeting minutes not approved (no quorum)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 15, 2025, to consider new business including a liquor license application, a marijuana license renewal, a rental agreement for the Grays River Grange Hall, and a letter of support for a PUD grant. The board will also accept bids for landscape maintenance, review a final change order for a building remodel, and consider a request to hire a deputy clerk.

• New liquor license application: Snack Bar - Dawn O'Neil and Gene O'Neil, dba Puget Island Gardens, LLC, at 520 State Route 409, Cathlamet
• Marijuana retailer/medical license renewal: Freedom Market Cathlamet, Corp., dba Freedom Market Cathlamet, at 327 SR-4, Cathlamet
• Letter of support for PUD grant funding proposal for the Puget Island water system
• Acceptance of bids for county properties and courthouse grounds landscape maintenance (Zack's Lawn and Forrest Mora Landscaping)
• Final change order with S&W Craftsmen, LLC for remodel of Building No. 2 on the Elochoman Campus

The board approved a voucher payment of $294,345.57 and authorized two small reserve fund expenditures of $6,696.57 and $6,052.05. It gave unanimous no objection to a new liquor license for Puget Island Gardens and approved a marijuana retailer license renewal with a 2‑1 vote. Additional approvals included landscape maintenance contracts, a change order, and hiring a deputy clerk.

• Approved voucher payment of $294,345.57 (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,696.57 from County Properties Reserve Fund (Resolution 63-25) (unanimous)
• Authorized $6,052.05 from Electronic Communications Reserve Fund (Resolution 64-25) (unanimous)
• Granted no objection to new liquor license for Puget Island Gardens, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved marijuana retailer license renewal for Freedom Market Cathlamet (2‑1 vote, no objection)
• Accepted bid for County Properties landscape maintenance (Zack’s Lawn) (unanimous)
• Accepted bid for Courthouse Grounds landscape maintenance (Forrest Mora Landscaping) (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of District Court Deputy Clerk (unanimous)

Fair Board

The board approved the meeting agenda as amended. The March meeting minutes were approved. The board approved the vouchers. December minutes remain pending and no other formal actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (as amended) – motion carried
• Approved March minutes – motion carried
• Approved vouchers – motion carried

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including $940,067.69 in vouchers and two small reserve fund expenditures, a proclamation for Fair Housing Month, and a resolution to close Steamboat Slough Road for a 4-H fundraiser. New business includes opening sealed bids for courthouse landscape maintenance, approving a roadside mowing contract with Bush Whackers, LLC, and a dry dock service agreement with JT Marine for the ferry. The board will also discuss a loss of funding from Great Rivers Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization and hold a workshop on the Johnson House.

• Voucher approval totaling $940,067.69
• Resolution No. 60-25: $22.53 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution for closure of Steamboat Slough Road on May 17 for 4-H Great White Tail Run
• Roadside Mowing Contract with Bush Whackers, LLC
• Loss of funding from Great Rivers Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization

The Board unanimously approved a proclamation designating April 2025 as Fair Housing Month. It also adopted a resolution closing Steamboat Slough County Road for a three‑hour period on May 17, approved contracts for roadside mowing and ferry dry‑dock services, and authorized a $5.46 million request for Encumbered Lands Gap Funding. Additionally, the Board approved a professional services agreement for a jury trial expert and a voucher payment of $940,067.69.

• Fair Housing Month proclamation approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Resolution No. 62-25 closing Steamboat Slough County Road approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Roadside Mowing Contract with Bush Whacker’s LLC approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Work Order with J.T. Marine for ferry dry‑dock services approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Professional Services Agreement with Sheila R. Lewallen approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Letter of Support requesting $5.46 million Encumbered Lands Gap Funding approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Voucher payment of $940,067.69 approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)
• Resolution authorizing $22.53 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund approved (Aye — Strong, Tischer, Cothren)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider routine consent items, open bids for landscaping maintenance, and accept a bid for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project. New business includes a letter of support for Grays River Fire District's grant and certification of capitalized assets. The agenda also features a presentation on the regional 988 crisis line, courthouse storm damage repairs, and a work session on Grays River watershed and diking issues.

• Bid opening for landscaping maintenance at county properties
• Acceptance of bid for Eden Valley Road Paving Project
• Letter of support for Grays River Fire District's grant application
• Courthouse fascia repairs from storm damage and water heater replacement
• Presentation and letter of support for 988 Crisis Line

The Wahkiakum County Board unanimously approved the $146,604.86 bid from Lakeside Industries to pave Eden Valley Road. It also approved small‑works contracts for courthouse fascia repairs ($10,437.76) and a water‑heater replacement ($6,090.70), and distributed $54,442.59 of state PUD privilege tax to the Town of Cathlamet and the Current Expenses Fund. Letters of support were adopted for the Grays River Fire District grant and for Olympic Health & Recovery Services to operate Washington’s 988 Crisis Line.

• Approved $146,604.86 Eden Valley Road paving bid (3-0)
• Approved $10,437.76 courthouse fascia repair contract (3-0)
• Approved $6,090.70 courthouse water‑heater replacement contract (3-0)
• Approved distribution of $54,442.59 PUD privilege tax ($5,533.57 to Town of Cathlamet, $48,909.02 to Current Expenses Fund) (3-0)
• Approved $2,425.50 expenditure from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Grays River Fire District grant application (3-0)
• Approved letter of support for Olympic Health & Recovery Services 988 Crisis Line (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 59-25 certifying capitalized assets as of 12‑31‑24 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a lease agreement for the Charlotte House location and accept bids for roadside mowing. The meeting also includes a work session regarding proposals for the Johnson House from a heritage group coalition.

• Lease Agreement with St. James Family Center for the Charlotte House location
• Bid acceptance for roadside mowing
• Voucher approval in the amount of $617,713.96
• Resolution No. 53-25: $4,005.73 for accumulated annual leave for Bryce Heiner
• Resolution No. 55-25: $6,549.41 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund

The commissioners unanimously approved the regular meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included several resolutions authorizing fund expenditures. They also approved a lease agreement with St. James Family Center for the Charlotte House and accepted a $72,833.14 bid for roadside mowing. A voucher payment of $617,713.96 was approved. No public comments were made and the meeting adjourned at 10:35 a.m.

• Approved regular meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized $17,448.25 from various reserve funds (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $617,713.96 (unanimous)
• Approved lease agreement with St. James Family Center (unanimous)
• Accepted Bush Whackers LLC bid for roadside mowing $72,833.14 (unanimous)

Public Meeting Notice

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners is adjourning its regular meeting to hold an executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(b) to discuss the selection or acquisition of real estate by lease or purchase, citing potential price increases if discussed publicly. No other substantive items are listed on the agenda; the remainder is procedural.

• Executive session to consider real estate site selection or acquisition by lease or purchase

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will review meeting minutes from February 20, 2025, and hear from guest speaker Shannon Hoskins of RYC Analytics. Members will receive updates on public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget and finance.

• Approval of February 20, 2025 meeting minutes
• Presentation by Shannon Hoskins of RYC Analytics
• Public Health and Community Services updates
• Behavioral Health updates regarding Mental Health and SUD
• Budget and Finance report

The board unanimously approved the February 16th meeting minutes. County Commissioners approved hiring a second Peer Counsellor for behavioral health services. The advisory board reported that the CONCON contract with the State Department of Health was renewed and that an application for a solid waste grant was completed. HHS will provide space and tables for a county‑wide Emergency Preparedness event in June 2025, with co‑branding required.

• Approved February 16th meeting minutes (unanimous)
• County Commissioners approved hiring a second Peer Counsellor
• Renewed CONCON contract with State Department of Health
• Completed application for solid waste grant
• Will provide space and tables for June 2025 Emergency Preparedness event (co‑branding)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve several fund expenditures and review liquor license renewals. The agenda includes a contract for mandatory ferry dry dock services and a request for door replacements at the Elochoman Campus.

• Expenditure of $63,000 from the Emergency Medical Services Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Contract with JT Marine for Wahkiakum County Ferry 5-year mandatory dry dock services
• Liquor license renewals for Skyline Golf (20 Randal Drive) and Cathlamet Mini Mart (301 E. State Route 4)
• Voucher approvals totaling $1,252,034.96 across multiple batches
• Request to use Small Works Process for door replacements at Elochoman Campus, Building #3

The board approved two DNR land purchases (Alger Creek Truck Trail and Skamokawa Creek), authorized a contract with JT Marine for ferry dry dock services, and certified the 2025 road levy. It also approved a call for bids for courthouse landscape maintenance and several other routine items. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved DNR land purchases for Alger Creek Truck Trail and Skamokawa Creek (3-0)
• Authorized Public Works to contract with JT Marine for ferry dry dock services (2-0)
• Approved 2025 County Road Levy Certification to CRAB (2-0)
• Approved call for bids for courthouse landscape maintenance, April 2025–March 2027 (2-0)
• Approved use of Small Works Roster for door replacements in Building #3 (2-0)
• Appointed Heath Yob to Real Property Rights Advisory Board through 2027 (2-0)
• Approved consent agenda including EMS, property, interlocal, and electronic communications fund expenditures (2-0)
• Opened sole sealed bid for roadside mowing: Bush Whackers, LLC $72,832.59

Fair Board

The Wahkiakum County Fair Board approved the agenda, February minutes, and vouchers. They discussed a change order for the arena due to underground support pillars being different sizes, requiring the board to cover the cost difference. New pens will arrive in April because the county did not pay an approved invoice on time. No other major decisions were made; most items were reports or discussions.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved February minutes (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers (motion carried)
• Noted arena change order will require board to pay cost difference
• Confirmed interest in free cubicles from Vista Park

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will consider a resolution to opt into the state Voluntary Stewardship Program, approve a liquor license renewal for The Duck Inn, and take action on consent agenda items including a resolution affecting non-union employee paychecks and a $2,009.31 fund expenditure. They will also discuss a shoreline permit for fiber optic cable installation across the Julia Butler-Hansen Bridge and authorize a call for bids for landscape maintenance services.

• Resolution to opt-in to Voluntary Stewardship Program (RCW 36.70A.705)
• Resolution No. 46-25: non-union employees working 32 hours/week to receive predictable monthly paycheck
• Resolution No. 47-25: expenditure of $2,009.31 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Shoreline Permit: Wooden LLC for fiber optic cable across Julia Butler-Hansen Bridge
• Liquor License Renewal: The Duck Inn at 1377 W SR-4, Skamokawa

The Board unanimously adopted Resolution 48-25 to opt into the state's Voluntary Stewardship Program, a voluntary approach to protect critical resource concerns in agricultural areas. The Board also approved a shoreline permit for fiber optic cable installation across the Julia Butler-Hansen Bridge, a call for bids for landscape maintenance, and a rental agreement for a workshop series. All votes were unanimous with Commissioners Strong and Cothren present.

• Adopted Resolution 48-25 to opt into Voluntary Stewardship Program (unanimous)
• Approved Shoreline Permit for Wooden LLC fiber optic cable across Julia Butler-Hansen Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved call for bids for landscape maintenance services for county properties (unanimous)
• Approved rental agreement with Little Island Creamery for Common Ground Workshop Series (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Resolution 46-25 (payroll for 32-hour non-union employees) and Resolution 47-25 ($2,009.31 from County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund) (unanimous)
• Had no objections to liquor license renewal for The Duck Inn in Skamokawa (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Wahkiakum County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on March 4, 2025. They are expected to approve consent items including several resolutions and over $1 million in vouchers. New business includes publishing a request for qualifications for architectural/engineering services and calling for bids for roadside mowing. A bid opening for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project is scheduled, and the board will discuss a Consolidated Homeless Grant application and a Rental/Utility Assistance program.

• Resolution No. 42-25 correcting a payout figure to $4,162.62 from the Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Voucher approval totaling $1,013,815.36
• Bid opening for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project
• Consolidated Homeless Grant Application discussion
• Rental/Utility Assistance program discussion

The Board unanimously approved the agenda, consent agenda, and several resolutions, including corrections to a payout figure and fund expenditures. It approved publishing a notice for architectural and engineering services and calling for bids for 2025 roadside mowing. Bids for the Eden Valley Road Paving Project were opened, with Lakeside Industries submitting the lowest bid at $146,604.86. The Board also approved the Chair's signature on the 2025-2027 Consolidated Homeless Grant application.

• Approved the regular meeting agenda and consent agenda unanimously
• Approved Resolution 42-25 correcting a payout figure to $4,162.62 for accumulated annual leave
• Approved Resolution 43-25 authorizing $168.17 from the EMS Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Approved Resolution 44-25 authorizing $1,264.90 from the County Properties Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Approved Resolution 45-25 authorizing $185.00 from the Contingent Liabilities Fund for medical expenses
• Approved vouchers totaling $1,013,815.36
• Approved publishing the annual invitation for architectural and engineering services
• Approved calling for bids for 2025 roadside mowing, with bids opened March 18, 2025

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board will consider adopting the 2025 County Weed List and Cost Share program, and elect a chair and vice-chair for the year. They will also approve the 2025 meeting schedule, minutes from January, and vouchers.

• Adopt 2025 County Weed List
• Adopt 2025 Cost Share program
• Elect board chair and vice-chair for 2025
• Approve 2025 meeting schedule
• Approve vouchers and January meeting minutes

The Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board approved additions to the 2025 County Weed List, including Common Tansy and Himalayan blackberry, and approved the minutes from the January 6 public hearing and regular meeting. The board tabled the 2025 Cost Share adoption until May and approved the 2025 board positions, keeping Todd Souvenir as Chair and appointing Cindy Langston as Vice Chair. Vouchers totaling $653.29 were approved.

• Approved additions to 2025 County Weed List including Common Tansy and Himalayan blackberry (all in favor)
• Approved minutes from Jan 6 public hearing and regular meeting (motion by T.S., second by K.W.)
• Tabled 2025 Cost Share adoption until May
• Approved Todd Souvenir as Chair and Cindy Langston as Vice Chair for 2025 (motion by L.T., second by K.W.)
• Approved vouchers totaling $653.29 (motion by C.L., second by K.W.)

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss the Woden LLC Project. The commission will also continue ongoing discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Public hearing for Woden LLC Project
• Discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update
• Review of Woden LLC project plans for communications cable and conduit installation at Hwy 409 crossing/Puget Island Bridge

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission unanimously approved the Woden LLC Project. The meeting also included approval of the agenda and the January 23, 2025 meeting minutes. The Comprehensive Plan Update was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved Woden LLC Project (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as written (unanimous)
• Accepted January 23, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes a $120,800 loan from the Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund to the County Fair Fund, plus other fund expenditures totaling over $125,000. New business includes an appointment to Johnson Park, and the fair board will consider a contract addendum for the Fairgrounds Horse Arena Footing Project. Public Works will discuss a ferry closure from Feb 27 to Feb 28, acceptance of rock and asphalt quotes, and the county's Title VI Non-Discrimination Policy. The County Heritage Group will discuss the Johnson House.

• Resolution 38-25: loan $120,800 from Contingent Liabilities to County Fair Fund
• Voucher approval totaling $536,445.37
• Ferry closure: 7:00 a.m. Feb 27 to 1:00 p.m. Feb 28
• Contract addendum for Fairgrounds Horse Arena Footing Project
• Discussion on Johnson House by County Heritage Group

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $120,800 loan resolution for the County Fair Fund and several fund expenditure resolutions. They also approved a $9,960 change order for the Fairgrounds Horse Arena Footing Project, authorized a ferry closure from Feb 27-28 for generator replacement, accepted 2025 rock and asphalt quotes, and appointed Jamie Samms to the Johnson Park Board. A discussion on forming a heritage group for the Johnson House was held, with the Board expressing support pending further planning.

• Approved consent agenda including $120,800 loan for County Fair Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Contract Change Order No. 1 for horse arena footing, adding $9,960 plus tax (unanimous)
• Authorized ferry shutdown Feb 27-28, 2025 for generator replacement (unanimous)
• Accepted 2025 rock quotes from Naselle Rock & Asphalt (unanimous)
• Accepted 2025 asphalt quotes from Naselle Rock & Asphalt and Lakeside Industries (unanimous)
• Authorized Chair's signature on Title VI Non-Discrimination Policy Statement (unanimous)
• Appointed Jamie Samms to Johnson Park Board through Dec 31, 2025 (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The Wahkiakum Health & Human Services Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes from January and receive updates from Public Health, Community Services, Behavioral Health, and Budget. No guest speakers are scheduled. The meeting is largely procedural with department reports.

• Approval of January 16, 2025 meeting minutes
• Public Health update from Cruickshank
• Behavioral Health update covering Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder
• Budget and Finance update from Collupy
• Community Partners update

The Wahkiakum County Health & Human Services Advisory Board met on January 16, 2025, and approved the October and November 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The board also unanimously re-elected Marianne Brightbill as Chair and Bobbie Stefan as Vice Chair for 2025. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates on public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget matters.

• Approved October 17, 2024 and November 21, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Re-elected Marianne Brightbill as Chair and Bobbie Stefan as Vice Chair for 2025 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners holds a regular meeting on Feb 18, 2025, with a consent agenda covering multiple resolutions and vouchers totaling over $232,000. New business includes appointments to the Civil Service Board, a petition to assign a private road (Foulger Way), a contract amendment with the WA State Military Department for the 911 CAD Project, and several Health & Human Services items including a salary adjustment, a new peer position, and a change order for the Elochoman Building No. 2 remodel. The meeting also features a county emergency preparedness presentation and public comment.

• Consent Agenda: Resolution 33-25 ($4,082.95) and 34-25 ($1,884.59) for accumulated leave payouts
• Consent Agenda: Voucher approvals totaling $159,388.77 and $40,000 transfer batch
• Petition to assign a private road – Foulger Way (Building & Planning)
• E911 Contract Amendment with WA State Military Department for the 911 CAD Project (Sheriff's Office)
• Health & Human Services: Adjust Community Services Manager salary, add Behavioral Health Peer position, change order for Elochoman Building No. 2 remodel

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, including several reserve fund expenditures and vouchers totaling over $199,000. They also approved appointments to the Civil Service Board, a new private road petition for Foulger Way, an E911 contract amendment for the 911 CAD project, an additional Behavioral Health Peer Position, and a change order for the Elochoman Building No. 2 remodel. No action was taken on adjusting the Community Services Manager salary level, pending salary comparisons.

• Approved consent agenda with reserve fund expenditures and vouchers (unanimous)
• Appointed Justin Roberts, Darrel Trotter, and Mark Howie to Civil Service Board (unanimous)
• Approved New Private Drive Petition for Foulger Way (unanimous)
• Approved E911 Contract Amendment E25-063-1 for $20,666 for 911 CAD project (unanimous)
• Approved adding an additional Behavioral Health Peer Position (unanimous)
• Approved S&W Craftsmen LLC change order for Elochoman Building No. 2 remodel, $31,452.91 plus $2,453.33 tax (unanimous)
• No action on Community Services Manager salary level; salary comparisons requested

Fair Board

The board voted to reject developing a fair mascot, approved January meeting minutes and budget vouchers, and tabled December minutes and the manager's report until next meeting. State grant funds are spent, with arena dirt raised and a loan extension in progress. Jason committed to running firefighter contests at the fair, with multiple departments confirmed.

• Rejected mascot development (motion carried)
• Approved January minutes (motion carried)
• Approved budget vouchers (motion carried)
• Tabled December minutes until March
• Tabled manager's report until next meeting
• Jason agreed to run firefighter contests at fair
• Board favored finding outside help for contests

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will consider several appointments and a software service agreement, then discuss a letter to local legislators regarding a proposed amendment to RCW 90.58.580 for relief from shoreline master program development standards. The consent agenda includes routine fund expenditures totaling over $600,000.

• Letter to legislators on proposed amendment to RCW 90.58.580 for shoreline master program relief
• Appointments to the Johnson Park Board and Wahkiakum County Planning Commission
• Konica Minolta Annual Service Maintenance Agreement for OnBase ECM Software (no dollar amount provided)
• Consent agenda includes Resolution No. 26-25 authorizing $9,203.55 from Emergency Medical Services Fund
• Voucher approval for $590,128.33

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, including multiple fund expenditures and vouchers totaling $590,128.33. They also made appointments to the Johnson Park Board and Planning Commission, approved a service maintenance agreement with Konica Minolta, and designated the Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce as the Associate Development Organization for 2025-2027. A letter to legislators requesting shoreline management relief was approved, but no action was taken on the Voluntary Stewardship Program.

• Approved consent agenda including resolutions and $590,128.33 in vouchers (unanimous)
• Appointed Robert Johnson to Johnson Park Advisory Board through 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Janine Davidson and Forrest Mora to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Konica Minolta service maintenance agreement through March 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Designated Wahkiakum Chamber of Commerce as ADO for 2025-2027 (unanimous)
• Approved letter to legislators re: shoreline master program relief (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss fund transfers, contract amendments for inmate health services, and the vacation of Greenslade Road. The meeting includes the opening of sealed quotes for rock and asphalt products.

• Resolution No. 21-25: $750,000 loan from Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund to Current Expense Fund
• Resolution No. 22-25: $5,756.06 expenditure from Emergency Medical Services Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution No. 23-25: $27,439.50 expenditure from Electronic Communications Cumulative Reserve Fund
• Resolution to vacate Greenslade Road
• Contract amendment with Health Care Authority for inmate opioid use disorder services

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $750,000 loan from the Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund to the Current Expense Fund, and adopted Resolution No. 24-25 to vacate Greenslade Road. They also approved a service order for scale maintenance, a contract amendment for inmate opioid use disorder services, and a training contract. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda including $750,000 loan resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-25 vacating Greenslade Road (unanimous)
• Approved Mettler-Toledo scale maintenance service order (unanimous)
• Approved Health Care Authority Contract Amendment K7836-1 (unanimous)
• Approved Contract #20240048 with Community Integrated Health Services for Relias training (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Wahkiakum County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda including multiple resolutions: a $496,500 loan from the Contingent Liabilities Reserve to the County Road Fund, a $650,000 transfer from the Criminal Justice Reserve to the Current Expense Fund, and various other fund expenditures. New business includes liquor license renewals for two establishments, reappointments to the Health & Human Services Advisory Board, and an appointment to the Johnson Park Advisory Board. Other items include a call for quotes for rock and asphalt products, an auditor engagement letter, and a contract amendment for the Smart COP CAD system. A workshop on county facilities and capital improvement projects is scheduled.

• Resolution 14-25: $496,500 loan from Contingent Liabilities Reserve to County Road Fund
• Resolution 20-25: $650,000 transfer from Criminal Justice Reserve to Current Expense Fund for criminal justice expenses
• Contract Amendment No. 1 with Executive Information Services (EIS) for Smart COP CAD system implementation (Sheriff's Office)
• Liquor license renewals: RDR LLC dba 'The O' at 8 Fairgrounds Road, Skamokawa; B&H Koran Inc. dba Angie's Cathlamet Chevron at 274 East SR-4, Cathlamet
• Call for quotes for rock products and asphalt products (Public Works)

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $496,500 loan from the Contingent Liabilities Cumulative Reserve Fund to the County Road Fund and several reserve fund expenditures for leave pay, EMS vouchers, property vouchers, workers comp, long-term care insurance, and a $650,000 transfer for criminal justice expenses. The Board also approved liquor license renewals, HHS Advisory Board appointments, a Johnson Park Board appointment, publication of calls for quotes for rock and asphalt products, an engagement letter with TDJ CPA for the 2024 annual report, and a contract amendment for the CAD system upgrade funded by a $199,617 state grant.

• Approved consent agenda including $496,500 road fund loan and $650,000 criminal justice transfer (unanimous)
• Approved liquor license renewals for The 0 and Angie's Cathlamet Chevron (unanimous)
• Accepted HHS Advisory Board resignation and appointed Sheriff Mason, Ric Palmer, and re-appointed four members (unanimous)
• Appointed Tammy Haataja to Johnson Park Board through 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved publishing calls for quotes for rock and asphalt products (unanimous)
• Approved engagement letter with TDJ CPA for 2024 annual report (unanimous)
• Accepted Contract Amendment No. 1 with EIS for CAD system upgrade (unanimous)

Wahkiakum County Planning Commission

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission will meet to vote for a new Chairperson. The commission will also continue discussions regarding the Comprehensive Plan update.

• Vote for New Chairperson
• Ongoing discussion of Comprehensive Plan Update

The Wahkiakum County Planning Commission held a brief meeting, approving the agenda and prior minutes. The only substantive action was the unanimous approval of Tony Aegerter as chairperson starting February 2025. The comprehensive plan update was discussed but no decisions were made.

• Approved meeting agenda as written (unanimous)
• Accepted December 19, 2024 meeting minutes as written (unanimous)
• Approved Tony Aegerter as chairperson starting February 2025 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss emergency management and homeland security grants. The body is also scheduled to consider re-appointments for the Board of Equalization and the Real Property Rights Advisory Board.

• Re-appointments to the Board of Equalization
• Re-appointment to the Real Property Rights Advisory Board
• Emergency Management Performance Grant
• State Homeland Security Grants
• VFW presentation of Officer of the Year Award

The board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including fund expenditures and vouchers, and reappointed members to two boards. It also accepted a $25,201 emergency management grant and two $55,000 homeland security grants. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond these routine approvals.

• Approved consent agenda including EMS fund expenditure of $6,375.00 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including County Properties fund expenditure of $1,507.31 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Electronic Communications fund expenditure of $244.99 (unanimous)
• Approved voucher payment of $267,708.35 (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Rosalinde Willson, Theresa Eykel, and Kenneith Quick to Board of Equalization (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Chuck Hendrickson to Real Property Rights Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of Emergency Management Performance Grant of $25,201 (unanimous)
• Approved signature on two State Homeland Security Grants of $55,000 each (unanimous)

Health and Human Services Advisory Board

The board will vote on approving minutes from October and November 2024 (the December meeting was cancelled) and elect a chair and vice chair for 2025. Department updates from public health, community services, behavioral health, and budget are also scheduled.

• Approval of October and November 2024 meeting minutes
• Election of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair
• Public Health department update
• Community Services and CHA/CHIP update
• Behavioral Health and budget update

The Wahkiakum County Health & Human Services Advisory Board met on November 21, 2024, but lacked a quorum, so no official decisions were made. The October meeting minutes were not reviewed, and the 2025 budget was discussed but not approved. Department updates were provided, including WIC usage, vaccine counts, and utility assistance efforts.

• No decisions made due to lack of quorum

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss cooperative funding agreements with the Town of Cathlamet for the local swimming pool and library. The meeting includes approvals for various reserve fund expenditures and a proposal for a Sheriff's Office CAD system upgrade.

• Cooperative Funding Agreement with the Town of Cathlamet for the swimming pool
• Interlocal Agreement with the Town of Cathlamet for library funding
• Proposal for Sheriff’s Office Computer Aided Dispatching System (CAD) Upgrade Project
• Call for bids for Eden Valley Paving Project
• Resolution No. 08-25 to transfer $100,000.00 from Public Works Cumulative Reserve Fund to the Road Fund

The board unanimously approved several items, including selecting Executive Information Services for the Sheriff's Office CAD system upgrade, a cooperative funding agreement with Cathlamet for the swimming pool, an interlocal agreement for the library, a call for bids for the Eden Valley Paving Project, and a small works contract for the fairgrounds horse arena. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved EIS as CAD system vendor (unanimous)
• Approved cooperative funding agreement with Cathlamet for swimming pool (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 10-25 for library interlocal agreement (unanimous)
• Approved call for bids for Eden Valley Paving Project (unanimous)
• Approved $49,800 small works contract with Thompson Brothers for horse arena (unanimous)
• Approved increased fair positions hours with internal fund transfer (unanimous)
• Approved appointments to Noxious Weed Control Board (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including fund transfers and vouchers (unanimous)

Fair Board

The Wahkiakum County Fair Board approved the amended November minutes, approved vouchers, and rehired Pete for the handyman position. The board selected "Boots, Chaps, and Cowboy Hats" as the 2015 fair theme through a three-phase process. December minutes were tabled, and no public comment was made.

• Approved amended November minutes (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers as presented (motion carried)
• Rehired Pete for handyman position (motion carried)
• Selected 'Boots, Chaps, and Cowboy Hats' as 2015 fair theme
• Tabled December minutes approval until next meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a resolution appointing a successor to the elected office of County Clerk, and will also discuss a request to hire a Superior Court Deputy Clerk III. Consent agenda includes expenditure authorizations totaling over $1,077,000 from various reserve funds. Commissioners will consider special occasion liquor license, reappointments to the Fair Board and Planning Commission, and several 2025 service agreements.

• Resolution appointing a successor to elected office of Wahkiakum County Clerk per RCW 36.16.110
• Consent agenda: Voucher approval for $1,068,113.35 and four resolutions authorizing fund expenditures ($6,859.07, $1,277.51, $1,250.00, $303.17)
• Request to hire a Superior Court Deputy Clerk III/Collections Officer/Chief Deputy at Step 3
• Special Occasion Liquor License for Wahkiakum County Fair Foundation on January 18, 2025 at Fairgrounds
• 2025 Animal Services Agreement with Wahkiakum Animal Advocates Group (WAAG)

The Board unanimously approved Resolution 05-25 appointing Jess Reddon as County Clerk, succeeding Kay Holland, who retired. The Board also approved several contracts and re-appointments, including the Fair Board and Planning Commission, and authorized multiple fund expenditures.

• Appointed Jess Reddon as County Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions for fund expenditures totaling $9,689.75
• Re-appointed Kay Walters, Daria Lacy, Tom Langston, Joe Blalock to Fair Board (unanimous)
• Re-appointed Tony Aegerter, Donna Beaupre, Ruby Wargnier to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Approved hiring Superior Court Deputy Clerk at Step 3 (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Chamber of Commerce technical assistance contract (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Animal Services Agreement with WAAG (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 Museum Services Agreement with $2,000 funding (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Noxious Weed Board will meet to discuss the 2025 cost share and the 2025 weed list. The board may take action on the 2025 meeting schedule and will review board member applications.

• Discussion of 2025 Cost Share adoption
• Discussion of 2025 Weed List changes and adoption
• Possible action on 2025 meeting schedule, location, and time
• Review of Weed Board Member applications and nominations
• Approval of vouchers

The Wahkiakum County Noxious Weed Control Board approved nominations for three board positions (Cindy Langston, District 2; Kay Walters, District 3; Todd Souvenir, District 4) and approved vouchers totaling $340.73. Several items were tabled for future discussion, including the 2025 Cost Share adoption, the 2025 meeting schedule, and the 2025 Weed List. No public comments were made, and no old business was discussed.

• Approved nominations for Cindy Langston (District 2), Kay Walters (District 3), Todd Souvenir (District 4) (2-0)
• Approved vouchers totaling $340.73 (2-0)
• Tabled 2025 Cost Share adoption until next meeting
• Tabled 2025 meeting schedule until next meeting
• Tabled 2025 Weed List until next meeting