Okanogan County public meetings in 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss an on-call architect agreement and OBHC agreement drafts. The board is also considering several interlocal agreements for building inspection services with multiple cities and towns.

• Discussion on On-Call Architect Agreement Draft-Design West-Amy Browne-Minden
• Interlocal Agreements for Building Inspection Services with Brewster, Pateros, Winthrop, Oroville, Okanogan, Twisp, and Omak
• Facility Use Agreement for Range & Training Room Fee with WSP
• Letter of Support for CCT East Omak General Sewer Plan Project to US Dept of Commerce
• Discussion on OBHC Agreement Drafts

The commissioners unanimously approved regular vouchers of $1,366,637.51 and payroll vouchers of $1,331,446.58. They also cleared the consent agenda items, authorized the chair to sign the OBHC service agreement, and adopted several contracts and a hiring resolution. All motions passed with every member in favor.

• Approved regular vouchers $1,366,637.51 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll vouchers $1,331,446.58 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑9 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign MOU and service agreement with OBHC (unanimous)
• Approved USDA Fairs Program Water Safety Grant Project Completion Report and authorized signing (unanimous)
• Approved Civic Plus Next Request subscription renewal $13,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement between County and Sheriff Non‑Commissioned (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 180‑2025 to hire Public Defender at grade 57 step 5 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners will review and approve a consent agenda of routine items and hold a public hearing on a supplemental appropriation for a capital expense bond fund. The meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 22, 2025.

• Approve Consent Agenda (6 items)
• Public Hearing: Budget Supplemental Appropriation-Capital Expense Bond Fund 171
• WA 911 Equipment Contract E26-100 – Dispatch CAD Server Hardware & Install ($66,425)
• Notice of Intent to Award – Public Health Remodel Project
• Employment Agreement – Planning Department – Stephanie Palmer

The commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda items and authorized the signing of an affidavit for a 2009 snowmobile auction. They voted to raise town inspection fees from $150 to $200 per visit and to appoint Doug Haase to the Wolf Creek Reclamation District Board. The board also authorized up to $1,000 for sheriff‑purchased food and drink for an emergency event. Finally, they approved a budget supplemental appropriation moving funds from Current Expense Bond Fund 171 to Capital Expense Bond Fund 300.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑6 (unanimous)
• Authorized affidavit of loss/release for 2009 Polaris snowmobile (unanimous)
• Approved inspection fee increase from $150 to $200 per inspection (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Doug Haase to Wolf Creek Reclamation District Board (unanimous)
• Authorized sheriff to spend up to $1,000 for emergency event food and drink (unanimous)
• Approved budget supplemental appropriation moving funds to Capital Expense Bond Fund 300 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners will hear public input on a supplemental budget appropriation for juvenile and community education programs. They will also discuss a memorandum of understanding on opioid response and the CCT Sewer Plan project. Two resolutions will be considered: one to cancel the Westlaw contract and another to amend employee exemption rules.

• Public Hearing Budget Supplemental Appropriation – Juvenile/CE (10:30 AM, Dec 15)
• Discussion of Opioid One WA MOU & Exhibit G with Mike Beaver (10:35 AM, Dec 15)
• Discussion of CCT Sewer Plan Project with Matthew Pleasants (11:30 AM, Dec 15)
• Resolution 174‑2025: Requesting cancellation of Westlaw contract (Dec 16)
• Resolution 175‑2025: Amend Resolution 155‑2025 concerning certain exempt employees (Dec 16)

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met on Dec 17, 2025 and entered several executive sessions to discuss the performance of individual public employees, with each motion carried unanimously. No substantive decisions were made during those executive sessions. The board then approved a motion authorizing Commissioner Nick Timm to sign the titles for sold surplus vehicles, with all members in favor.

• Approved multiple executive sessions to discuss employee performance (all motions carried)
• Authorized Commissioner Nick Timm to sign surplus vehicle titles (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to discuss drone usage. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period before the new business discussion.

• Approval of minutes from November 24, 2025
• Public comment period
• Discussion of drone usage

The commission approved the meeting agenda and approved the minutes after a minor wording change. It also approved a motion directing the Planning Director to discuss with the BOCC the development of a policy on artificial intelligence and drone use, using the submitted document as a starting point. The meeting was then adjourned. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carries)
• Approved minutes with change (motion carries)
• Approved motion to ask Planning Director to discuss AI and drone policy with BOCC (motion carries)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carries)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will consider agenda approvals, public comments, and the draft minutes from the November 18, 2025 meeting. It will receive financial reports for November 2025, including cash on hand and payroll vouchers. Directors will provide updates on administration, environmental health, community health, and the health officer. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval or additions to agenda
• Public comment (2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Review draft minutes of November 18, 2025
• Financial reports for November 2025 – treasurer cash on hand, vouchers & payroll
• Updates from Administrator, Environmental Health Director, Community Health Director, and Health Officer

The Board of Health unanimously approved the agenda amendment to add two resolutions, accepted the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes, and ratified the November 2025 financial reports and related vouchers. It also approved Resolution #2025-04 for an office remodel and long‑term lease, and Resolution #2025-12 establishing a public‑health inventory policy.

• Approved agenda amendment adding Resolutions #2025-04 and #2025-12 (unanimous)
• Approved November 18, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 2025 financial reports and vouchers totaling $163,005.07 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-04 for office remodel and lease (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-12 establishing public health inventory policy (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a continued public hearing on the 2026 budget and discuss drainage and water infrastructure. The board is also considering several contracts and road vacations.

• Continued Public Hearing for the 2026 Budget
• Purchase of one Aljon ADV 500 Landfill Compactor for $918,405 from C&C Manufacturing
• Public Hearing on road vacations for portions of Cassimer Bar Rd, Fort Ok N, Fort Ok W Rd, and Fort Ok S Rd
• Sale & Purchase Agreement for Sheriff Body Cam & Software with Axon Enterprise Inc
• Resolution 165-2025 to revise funding for the Medical Services Officer position in the Juvenile Detention Facility

The commissioners approved a change order with Halme Builders to extend project completion to Dec. 15, 2025. They adopted a resolution granting $150,000 from the Infrastructure Fund to the Oroville Tonasket Irrigation District for its emerging‑opportunity planning project. The board also moved to continue the 2026 budget hearing to Dec. 16, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.

• Approved AIA Document G701‑2017 Change Order #005 with Halme Builders to extend completion by 23 days (all in favor)
• Approved $150,000 Infrastructure Fund grant for Oroville Tonasket Irrigation District emerging‑opportunity project (all in favor)
• Moved to continue the 2026 budget public hearing to Dec. 16, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. (all in favor)

Water Conservancy Board

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board will review and approve the agenda and the November 5, 2025 minutes. It will discuss the Wheatland Bank fund balance of $3,950.24 and potential budget resources. A key item is deciding whether to raise the fee for non‑active pending applicants from $120.00. The board will also review the status of several pending water change applications.

• Approve November 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review financial statement showing Wheatland Bank fund balance of $3,950.24
• Consider raising the fee for non‑active pending applicants from $120.00
• Review status of pending water change applications (e.g., OKAN-15-07, OKAN-19-07, OKAN-21-03, Samra Farms LLC, etc.)
• Action items for Samra Farms LLC applications OKAN-21-04 and OKAN-21-05

The board unanimously accepted the meeting agenda and the November 5, 2025 minutes. It also approved a single invoice in the amount of $966.64. Several water‑related applications were reviewed or continued, but no further actions were recorded. A motion was made and seconded to have staff send an annual letter about a $120 fee for non‑active pending applicants.

• Accepted agenda and November 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoice for $966.64 (unanimous)

Fair Advisory Committee

The Fair Advisory Committee approved its agenda and minutes, then reviewed a $30,000 state budget reduction that will cut fair programs. Finance reported $200,555.50 remaining in the fair fund and approved a $3,884.04 ribbon purchase. The committee noted a new rule prohibiting rodeo activities before 3 pm on Saturday and a $18,000 payment for the Fair Clerk this year.

• State budget cut of $30,000 affecting fair programs and events
• Remaining fair fund balance of $200,555.50
• Purchase of ribbons costing $3,884.04
• Allocation of $18,000 for the Fair Clerk salary
• New rule: no rodeo activities before 3 pm on Saturday

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2026 budget and discuss public health remodel logistics. The meeting includes a public hearing on a budget supplemental appropriation for solid waste and the approval of consent agenda items including a snow plowing agreement and property tax levies.

• Public Hearing: 2026 Budget
• Public Hearing: Budget Supplemental Appropriation - Solid Waste
• Discussion: Public Health Remodel Logistics and Funding
• Discussion: Regional Diversion Center
• Approval: Snow Parks and USFS Roads Plowing Services Agreement

The board approved the Criminal Justice Treatment Account grant #K8533 for $190,536. It also approved resolution 161-2025 certifying property tax levies for junior taxing districts for 2026. The board authorized a one‑year services agreement with the Methow Watershed Foundation with a budget of $19,800. Finally, the 2026 budget public hearing was moved to December 8, 2025 at 1:30 p.m.

• Approved CJTA grant #K8533 for $190,536 (all in favor)
• Approved resolution 161-2025 certifying junior tax levies for 2026 (all in favor)
• Approved one‑year Methow Watershed Foundation services agreement ($19,800) (all in favor)
• Continued 2026 budget public hearing to Dec 8, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The board will review the regular agenda, hold several budget work sessions, and discuss items such as a hockey rink proposal, sheriff equipment storage, courthouse bathrooms, and noxious weed liens. At the end of the meeting, commissioners will vote on three consent‑agenda resolutions: backfilling a payroll position in the auditor’s office, endorsing the county public‑infrastructure projects prioritization list, and appointing Stan Myers as the Office of Public Defense director.

• Discussion of Hockey Rink Proposal – Holly Bange (11:15 AM)
• Walk‑through of Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage Build at 269 Railroad Ave (2:30 PM)
• Discussion of Courthouse Bathrooms (3:00 PM)
• Discussion of Noxious Weed Liens (3:30 PM)
• Consent‑agenda resolutions: 156‑2025 payroll backfill, 157‑2025 infrastructure prioritization list, 158‑2025 appointment of Stan Myers as Public Defense Director

The commissioners voted to require that no fair rodeo activities begin before 3:00 p.m. on Saturdays. They also approved resolution 159‑2025, authorizing up to $700 for food and beverages for Noxious Weed workshops and tours. Both motions passed unanimously.

• Fair rodeo start time after 3:00 p.m. on Saturdays – motion carried (unanimous)
• Resolution 159‑2025 authorizing up to $700 for Noxious Weed workshop snacks – motion carried (unanimous)
• Entered executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) to discuss potential litigation – motion carried (no decisions made in session)

Planning Commission

The Regional Planning Commission will meet to review by-laws and receive planning updates. Discussion items include marijuana, CAO, and permit workshops.

• Review of By-Laws
• Planning update regarding Marijuana
• Planning update regarding CAO
• Planning update regarding Permit Workshops

The commission approved an amended agenda and adopted the minutes as printed. It voted to adopt changes to the November 25 2025 Planning Commission official by‑laws, updating the body’s governing rules. The board also tabled discussion of a proposed drone‑use code until the next meeting.

• Amended agenda approved (motion carried)
• Minutes approved as printed (motion carried)
• Adopted changes to Nov. 25 2025 Planning Commission official by‑laws (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion on drone‑use code until next meeting (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will consider resolutions including a public hearing on the 2026 public health budget and the public health fee schedule. It will also review October 2025 financial reports, a consolidated contract amendment, and resolutions on VEBA contributions and premium pay. The agenda includes administrative updates and a brief public comment period.

• Draft Minutes of October 14, 2025
• Consolidated Contract Amendment #7
• Resolution #2025-07 VEBA Contribution
• Resolution #2025-08 Public Health Fee Schedule (public hearing)
• Resolution #2025-09 Public Health 2026 Budget (public hearing)

The board approved the agenda amendment to add a Jotform software agreement and ratified the October 2025 financial reports. It also adopted several resolutions, including a $50 per employee VEBA contribution increase, a new 36‑hour workweek, a 7% premium‑pay provision, changes to the 2026 fee schedule, and the 2026 public health budget. Additionally, the board approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #7 and a five‑year Jotform agreement worth $59,243.

• Approved agenda amendment to add Jotform agreement (all in favor)
• Approved October 2025 financial reports and vouchers (all in favor)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #7 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #2025-07 to increase VEBA contribution $50 per employee per month (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #2025-10 to rescind 3% salary increase and implement 36‑hour workweek effective Dec 21, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #2025-11 to implement 7% premium pay for supplemental duties (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #2025-08 fee schedule changes for 2026 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution #2025-09 Public Health 2026 Budget (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on budget supplemental appropriations for the Lake Management District and for Infrastructure Fund 117. It will also conduct a budget work session with the county auditor and a follow‑up task‑force meeting led by Josh Petker and Jodi Meyer. Additional agenda items include updates on central services and other departmental reports.

• Public hearing – budget supplemental appropriation for Lake Management District
• Public hearing – budget supplemental appropriation for Infrastructure Fund 117
• Budget work session – county auditor
• Budget work session – follow‑up task force (Josh Petker, Jodi Meyer)
• Update – Central Services (scheduled for Nov 18)

The commissioners unanimously approved three budget supplemental appropriations: $48,266 for the Lake Management District, $75,000 for an emerging cannabis study in the Infrastructure Fund, and $9,800 for the Sheriff Special Projects Fund. They also continued the Oroville Rural EMS 2026 levy hearing, certified the 2026 levies for both Oroville Rural and Tonasket EMS districts, and entered an executive session to discuss potential litigation.

• Approved $48,266 Lake Management District supplemental appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved $75,000 Infrastructure Fund 117 supplemental appropriation for cannabis study (unanimous)
• Approved $9,800 Sheriff Special Projects Fund supplemental appropriation (unanimous)
• Continued Oroville Rural EMS 2026 levy hearing until 10:50 a.m. (unanimous)
• Certified 2026 Oroville Rural EMS levy (unanimous)
• Certified 2026 Tonasket EMS levy (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session to discuss potential litigation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:03 p.m. (unanimous)

Fair Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed the 2026 Okanogan Fair budget to identify areas for cost reduction based on 2025 usage. Members discussed removing unused funds and redistributing money to security and judges.

• Proposed removal of $1,500 for Prizes & Awards
• Proposed removal of $500 for Small Tools/Minor Equipment
• Proposed removal of $650 for Travel (Convention travel)
• Proposed increase of $1,000 for Professional Services-Security to $8,000
• Proposed decrease of $2,000 for Premium Points to $20,000

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board will consider several items, including a resolution to create two County Campus security guard positions. It will also ratify an interagency agreement amendment with the Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission, approve an ARPA request for Tunk Mountain fire hardening, and adopt a memorandum of understanding for surveillance equipment with Teamsters Local 760. Public hearings will be held on supplemental budget appropriations for Tonasket EMS and Oroville Rural EMS District.

• Resolution 149‑2025 – creating two County Campus security guard positions
• Ratify Interagency Agreement IA 325‑451 – amendment with WA State Parks & Recreation Commission
• ARPA Request #26 – Tunk Mountain fire hardening
• MOU – surveillance equipment with Teamsters Local 760
• Public Hearing – Budget Supplemental Appropriation for Tonasket EMS

The commissioners unanimously approved a 30‑day notice to end the courthouse security services contract effective January 1, 2026. They also approved budget supplemental appropriations of $5,485 for the Tonasket EMS District and $9,674 for the Oroville Rural EMS District. The consent agenda items, including creation of two County Campus Security Guard positions, were approved, as were regular vouchers totaling $608,307.07 and Methow Valley EMS vouchers of $98,645.03.

• Approved termination of courthouse security contract, authorizing 30‑day notice (unanimous)
• Approved $5,485 budget supplemental appropriation for Tonasket EMS District (unanimous)
• Approved $9,674 budget supplemental appropriation for Oroville Rural EMS District (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑4, including two County Campus Security Guard positions (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $608,307.07 (unanimous)
• Approved Methow Valley EMS District vouchers of $98,645.03 for November (unanimous)

Water Conservancy Board

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board will review and approve the agenda and October 1, 2025 minutes, discuss financial statements including a Wheatland Bank fund balance of $3,817.24, and consider budget resources. It will also review the status of several pending water use applications and consider a new application from Joseph House. Additional items include a DOE technical assistance discussion and pre‑application consultation.

• New water use application: Joseph House (Marc Marquis)
• Pending application OKAN-15-07: George and Karen Zittel
• Pending application OKAN-19-07: Kyle Walter
• Pending application OKAN-21-03: Crown Resources Corporation (Dan Haller)
• Wheatland Bank fund balance reported as $3,817.24

Fair Advisory Committee

The Fair Advisory Committee reviewed its finances, noting $207,663.37 remaining and a $250,000 grant to replace waterlines and irrigation lines at the fairgrounds. The committee approved a Buyer Market Stock Appreciation program that will charge attendees for tickets beyond two. Members also discussed unfinished business such as AgPlex closing times, curfew enforcement for kids, and security guard harassment concerns.

• $250,000 grant to redo all waterlines and irrigation lines at the fairgrounds
• $207,663.37 reported as remaining fair funds
• Approval of Buyer Market Stock Appreciation program charging for tickets over two
• Unfinished business: AgPlex closing at 9 pm Thursday, 10 pm Friday and Saturday; commercial teardown not until 3 pm Sunday
• Security guards reported being stalked, harassed, and ignored by kids at night

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a budget supplemental of $54,000 for the Sheriff’s opioid abatement contract, $6,758 for the Sheriff Special Projects Fund, and $250,000 for a CDBG micro‑enterprise grant. It unanimously adopted the Okanogan County 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan. The commissioners also set early holiday closures for the Building Department, approved a new fee schedule, and authorized signatures for the Peacock Snow Park acquisition and a Public Works office closure on Dec 26.

• Approved $54,000 Sheriff Opioid Abatement appropriation (Resolution 142‑2025, unanimous)
• Approved $6,758 Sheriff Special Projects Fund appropriation (Resolution 143‑2025, unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 CDBG Micro‑Enterprise Grant (Resolution 144‑2025, unanimous)
• Adopted Okanogan County 5‑Year Homeless Housing Plan (Resolution 146‑2025, unanimous)
• Approved early holiday closure of Building Department offices on Dec 26 and Jan 2 (unanimous)
• Approved renewed Building Department fee schedule (Resolution 147‑2025, unanimous)
• Authorized chairman to sign tax affidavit for 1.52‑acre Peacock Snow Park (unanimous)
• Authorized Public Works offices to close on Dec 26 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board approved contracts and levy measures for 2026. A snow‑removal contract with Proline, LLC was authorized. Resolutions and certifications for the current expense levy, road levy, and Methow Valley EMS levy were all adopted. Public hearings for the Oroville, Tonasket and Methow EMS districts were continued to November 17, 2025.

• Approved snow removal contract with Proline, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 140-2025 authorizing 2026 current expense levy collection (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Current Expense Levy Certification (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 141-2025 authorizing 2026 road levy collection (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Road Levy Certification (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 1-2025 authorizing Methow Valley EMS levy collection for 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Methow Valley EMS Levy Certification (unanimous)
• Continued public hearings for Oroville, Tonasket and Methow EMS districts to Nov 17, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board approved regular vouchers totaling $452,134.87 by unanimous vote. It also approved a generic Contracting Authority Agreement, out‑of‑class pay for GIS staff ($7,208.53), a professional services agreement with Rebecka Maynard, an amendment for indigent defense services, and a $38,840 contract amendment for the Sheriff Equipment and Coroner Storage building. The consent agenda contained no items and no Wednesday agenda was set. An executive session was held with no decisions made.

• Approved regular vouchers $452,134.87 (unanimous)
• Approved generic Contracting Authority Agreement (all in favor)
• Approved resolution 138-2025 authorizing out‑of‑class pay for GIS staff $7,208.53 (all in favor)
• Approved Professional Services agreement with Rebecka Maynard, PMHNP‑BC (all in favor)
• Approved contract amendment with Randy Theis for indigent defense services (all in favor)
• Approved Halme Builders contract amendment Change Order No. 4 for $38,840 (all in favor)
• Deferred approval of Commissioner Proceedings for Oct 20‑21 until Commissioner Hover is present
• Approved Consent Agenda (no items)

Board of County Commissioners

The board voted unanimously to go into an executive session at 11:27 a.m. to discuss current litigation. The board approved the Fairgrounds Manager’s request to place items on the surplus list, provided the listing period remains open. The board also indicated that an irrigation filter could be added in the future if needed.

• Executive session on litigation entered (unanimous)
• Surplus list items approved per Fairgrounds request
• Future irrigation filter option approved

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Okanogan County Noxious Weed Control Board will discuss and vote on the 2026 assessment rate. The board will also approve September 2025 meeting minutes, the control ledger, and vouchers totaling $3,216.83. A budget review with the County Commissioners and the 2026 meeting schedule will be considered.

• Motion to Adopt the 2026 Noxious Weed Assessment rate
• Motion to Approve Vouchers for September 2025 – $3,216.83
• Motion to Approve September 2025 Minutes
• Motion to Approve September 2025 Control Ledger
• 2025 Budget Review with the Board of County Commissioners

Board of County Commissioners

The board discussed the 2025 budget, including the assessor’s request for a new vehicle and various district budgets. Commissioners removed $40,000 from the budget, citing concerns about funding a new vehicle. They approved that the $200,000 Otis elevator refurbishment for the jail will be paid from fund 160. No formal vote tallies were recorded for these actions.

• Removed $40,000 from the budget (no vote recorded)
• Approved payment of $200,000 Otis elevator refurbishment from fund 160 (no vote recorded)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 135‑2025, declaring certain county‑owned property surplus and directing its sale by electronic public auction. They also approved the change order for the Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage project, ratified two voluntary stewardship grants, and adopted the consent agenda items including a guardrail safety agreement and a change to the sheriff’s SAR coordinator position. Regular and payroll vouchers totaling $1,519,864.15 were approved by unanimous vote, and the board set the agenda for the next Wednesday meeting.

• Approved Resolution 135‑2025 declaring surplus property (unanimous)
• Approved change order #13 for Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage project ($31,983) (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑4, including two stewardship grants and guardrail safety agreement (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers ($223,095.59) and payroll vouchers ($1,296,768.56) (unanimous)
• Approved commissioners’ proceedings for October 13‑14, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved commissioners’ proceedings for October 21, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda (action taken, no vote recorded)
• Discussed investment of $5.5 million liquid funds until end of October (discussion, no vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners entered an executive session to discuss ongoing litigation, then approved a $50,078 Title II grant for the Noxious Weed program. They also adopted Resolution 133‑2025, changing all fairgrounds positions to a 32‑hour work week with full benefits. No public comment was received.

• Entered executive session on litigation (motion carried, all in favor)
• Authorized Larry Hudson to sign Title II grant funds of $50,078 (motion carried, all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 133‑2025: change all fairgrounds positions to 32‑hour work week with full benefits (motion carried, all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved a resolution to fund the Task Force Sergeant position entirely from the sheriff's current expense fund. They directed the sheriff to develop per‑capita cost calculations for city law‑enforcement contracts. The board also approved franchise No. 05‑25, granting the cattleguard franchise to Ruby Range LLC. The consent agenda was adopted and the next meeting agenda was set.

• Approved Resolution 130‑2025 funding Task Force Sergeant 100% from current expense (unanimous)
• Approved motion for sheriff to calculate per‑capita law‑enforcement costs for cities (unanimous)
• Approved franchise No. 05‑25 granting cattleguard to Ruby Range LLC (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved commissioner proceedings for Oct 1, 6 & 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session (no decisions made)
• Adopted public works update on road grading and snow‑park plowing (informational)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will meet on October 14, 2025, with public access via Zoom. The agenda includes approving any additions, a public comment period, adopting the draft minutes from September 9, 2025, and reviewing the September 2025 financial reports. The meeting also features updates from the administrator and several health directors. The session will conclude with adjournment.

• Approval or Additions to Agenda
• Public Comment (2‑minute limit per speaker)
• Adopt Draft Minutes of September 9, 2025
• Review September 2025 Financial Reports (Treasurer’s cash on hand, vouchers & payroll)
• Administrator and director updates (Blue Sky Minds, Environmental Health, Community Health, Health Officer)

The Board approved the meeting agenda, the September 9, 2025 Board minutes, and the September 2025 financial reports and vouchers/payroll with all members in favor. The consolidated contract “PHIG” funding workplan was also approved. The meeting adjourned at 2:13 PM.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved September 9, 2025 Board minutes (all in favor)
• Approved September 2025 financial reports (all in favor)
• Approved September 2025 vouchers and payroll (all in favor)
• Approved consolidated contract “PHIG” funding workplan (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The board voted unanimously to increase the Search & Rescue Coordinator to a 32‑hour work week with full benefits, effective Jan 1 2026, and later modified the effective date to Dec 21 2025 with a check date of Jan 15 2026. It also authorized the purchase of a 2025 Can‑Am side‑by‑side vehicle for $35,159.32 and approved the invitation to bid for the Tenant Improvement Project at the county public health building. Additional approvals included funding amendments for the Voluntary Stewardship Program and a cultural resource survey, and the clerk was directed to prepare resolutions for a cannabis economics study and to rename Fund 106.

• Approved increase of SAR Coordinator to 32 hours with full benefits, effective Jan 1 2026 (unanimous)
• Modified SAR Coordinator increase effective date to Dec 21 2025, check date Jan 15 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 2025 Can‑Am 1000 side‑by‑side for $35,159.32 (unanimous)
• Approved invitation to bid for Tenant Improvement Project for Okanogan County Public Health building (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #2 for Voluntary Stewardship Program funding award $72,643 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #3 adding $2,152.50 for Cultural Resource survey for Christianson Ranch cost‑share project (unanimous)
• Directed Clerk to prepare resolution for Evergreen Economics impact study on cannabis operations ($74,380) (unanimous)
• Directed Clerk to create resolution to rename Fund 106 to “Sheriff’s Drug Seizer Fund” (unanimous)

Dispatch Advisory Board (DAB)

The board adopted the October 9 meeting minutes after a motion by Paul B. and a second by Wayne W. The board re‑elected its leadership, naming Mike Worden as Chair and Wayne Walker as Vice‑Chair. Both actions were approved by motion, with Wayne Walker abstaining from the leadership vote.

• Adopted October 9 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Mike Worden elected Chair, Wayne Walker elected Vice‑Chair (motion passed, one abstention)

Fair Advisory Committee

The Fair Advisory Committee approved the agenda and minutes, elected officers, and reported $298,437.99 remaining in fair funds. New business items concerning fairbook changes, AgPlex closing times, Saturday night entertainment, youth supervision, security guard issues, and non‑paying horse‑racing attendees were motioned to be tabled until the next meeting. Subcommittees were appointed and reports were given on various fair operations.

• Fair Book changes to be submitted by Dec 2 meeting.
• AgPlex closing times proposed: 9 pm Thursday, 10 pm Friday and Saturday (tabled).
• Saturday night band performance proposed to run until midnight (tabled).
• Security guards reported being stalked, harassed, and ignored by kids at night (tabled).
• Horse racing reported 631 non‑paying persons in 2025, up from 51 in 2024 (tabled).

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners entered executive session to review contract negotiations and then approved several contracts, including two‑year on‑call engineering and architectural services. They approved the consent agenda, authorized a $22,000 training estimate, and adopted a $38,700 budget supplemental for court safety. The board also approved a public‑works contract for a fairgrounds well house and appointed Byron Moore to fill a District Court judge vacancy.

• Entered executive session to review publicly bid contract negotiations (motion carried)
• Approved two‑year on‑call engineering services contract with SCJ Alliance (motion carried)
• Approved two‑year on‑call architectural services contract with Design West (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda items, excluding waiver requests (motion carried)
• Authorized chairman to sign Tyler Tech Munis training estimate up to $22,000 (motion carried)
• Approved public‑works contract with Tony Yusi for fairgrounds well house (motion carried)
• Approved $38,700 budget supplemental appropriation for court safety grant (motion carried)
• Appointed Byron Moore to District Court judge vacancy (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The board unanimously rescinded resolutions 124-2025 and 125-2025 and adopted corrected language to reclassify the Administrative Services Manager and Juvenile Dependency Manager positions. Commissioners also unanimously authorized Esther Milner to sign the Flex Jet Judgement and Stipulation agreement. In addition, the board authorized the chairman to use signing authority and DocuSign for the WA State Health Care Authority Reentry Demo Initiative project.

• Rescinded resolution 124-2025 and adopted new language to reclassify Administrative Services Manager (unanimous)
• Rescinded resolution 125-2025 and adopted new language to reclassify Juvenile Dependency Manager (unanimous)
• Authorized Esther Milner to sign Flex Jet Judgement and Stipulation agreement (unanimous)
• Authorized chairman signing authority and DocuSign for WA State Health Care Authority Reentry Demo Initiative project (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met to review preliminary budget estimates, revenue projections, and funding for the Juvenile Department Reentry initiative. Topics included payroll processing, interest rates, sales tax revenue trends, restricted funds, capital‑expenditure maintenance, reserve policy, and probation billing. No formal approvals, denials, or votes were recorded.

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners extended the moratorium on new cannabis operations for six months. They approved four budget supplemental appropriations for elections ($17,600), noxious‑weed control ($76,968), emergency communications ($1,625,333), and the district court ($14,976). They rescinded and re‑approved an amended DNR Aquatic Lands Easement No. 51‑106697. An executive‑session was held under RCW 42.30.110, but no decisions were made there.

• Approved ordinance 2025‑8 extending cannabis moratorium 6 months (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 120‑2025 budget supplemental for elections $17,600 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 121‑2025 budget supplemental for noxious‑weed $76,968 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 122‑2025 budget supplemental for emergency communications $1,625,333 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 123‑2025 budget supplemental for district court $14,976 (all in favor)
• Rescinded previous DNR Aquatic Lands Easement No. 51‑106697 and approved amended version (all in favor)
• Moved into executive session under RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i) (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a motion allowing the fairgrounds manager to dis‑approve any future fee reduction or waiver requests for the Agri‑Plex, except for the Christmas basket event. The Board also approved scheduling four HR applicants in one day. Two separate motions to enter executive session to discuss potential litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(iii) were carried unanimously.

• Authorized fairgrounds manager to deny future fee waiver requests (except Christmas basket) – motion carried
• Approved scheduling of four HR applicants in one day – board said yes
• Entered executive session 10:50‑11:00 am to discuss potential litigation – motion carried
• Entered executive session 11:00‑11:10 am to discuss potential litigation – motion carried

Board of County Commissioners

The Board unanimously approved regular vouchers for $1,543,698.75. It also approved the September 15‑16 commissioner proceedings, consent agenda items 1‑9, a $149.33 refreshment purchase, a staff promotion resolution, and an ARPA request for $19,367.05. All motions carried with all members in favor.

• Approved regular vouchers $1,543,698.75 (unanimous)
• Approved commissioner proceedings for Sept. 15‑16, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑9 (all in favor)
• Approved refreshment purchase $149.33 for sheriff fair (all in favor)
• Approved staff promotion resolution 112‑2025 (all in favor)
• Approved ARPA request #25 for Tunk Mountain Fire Hardening Project $19,367.05 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved giving Angelyn Sheppard a full‑time 4‑H position and placed the master gardeners program on hold. A motion to enter executive session to discuss legal risks was moved, seconded and carried unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken at the meeting.

• Approved full‑time 4‑H position for Angelyn Sheppard and pause master gardeners program (no vote recorded)
• Entered executive session to discuss legal risks under RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i) – motion carried unanimously

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved the Lost River Airport Tracts Long Plat Alteration (2023‑1). They also approved four Cattleguard franchise permits (01‑25, 02‑25, 03‑25, 04‑25) for the Colville Confederated Tribes on OCR #3255. In addition, the board approved the September 2 and 9, 2025 commissioner proceedings, adopted the consent agenda, and set the agenda for the following Wednesday.

• Approved Lost River Airport Tracts Long Plat Alteration 2023‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved Cattleguard Franchise 01‑25 for Colville Confederated Tribes (unanimous)
• Approved Cattleguard Franchise 02‑25 for Colville Confederated Tribes (unanimous)
• Approved Cattleguard Franchise 03‑25 for Colville Confederated Tribes (unanimous)
• Approved Cattleguard Franchise 04‑25 for Colville Confederated Tribes (unanimous)
• Approved Commissioner Proceedings for Sep 2 & 9, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will meet to review August 2025 financial reports and administrative actions. The board is scheduled to consider amendments to the Consolidated Contract and the Okanogan County Community Coalition agreement.

• Consolidated Contract Amendment #6
• Okanogan County Community Coalition Amendment
• August 2025 Financial Reports
• August 12, 2025 draft minutes

The Board approved the agenda and the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It approved the August 2025 financial reports, vouchers, and payroll warrants. The Board also approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #6 and a $22,000 agreement with the Okanogan County Community Coalition to fund youth educational programs. All motions carried with all members in favor.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved August 12, 2025 Board meeting minutes (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved August 2025 financial reports, vouchers, and payroll warrants (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #6 (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved $22,000 agreement with Okanogan County Community Coalition (motion carried with all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a $280,000 reimbursement to Life Line for a 2024 ambulance chassis and authorized a matching $280,000 voucher payment. It also approved an agreement for emergency medical services in the Oroville response area. Additional actions included authorizing $75,000 grant funding for critical‑areas updates, rescinding a part‑time reclassification of the Compliance Coordinator, and approving a coffee‑machine purchase up to $100. The Board entered two executive‑session periods to discuss employee performance review and potential litigation.

• Approved $280,000 reimbursement to Life Line for ambulance chassis (all were in favor)
• Approved $280,000 voucher certification for Oroville Rural EMS District (all were in favor)
• Approved EMS agreement for Oroville response area (all were in favor)
• Authorized electronic signing of $75,000 Critical Areas Periodic Update grant contract (all were in favor)
• Approved purchase of coffee machine for 911 Dispatch Center up to $100 (all were in favor)
• Rescinded Resolution 59-2025 reclassifying Compliance Coordinator to part‑time (all were in favor)
• Moved to executive session for employee performance review under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) (all were in favor)
• Moved to executive session for potential litigation discussion under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) (all were in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved the consent agenda, which included Resolution 110‑2025 to adopt the Real Property Exchange Agreement with the City of Okanogan. They also authorized voucher payments of $16,200 to Tonasket EMS District and $18,875 to Oroville Rural EMS District. Two executive‑session motions were carried, but no decisions were made in those sessions. The board did not approve the September 2, 2025 Commissioners’ Proceedings and set no items for the next Wednesday’s agenda.

• Approved Consent Agenda items 1‑3, including Resolution 110‑2025 Real Property Exchange (unanimous)
• Authorized Tonasket EMS District voucher $16,200 for Invoice LL2337 (unanimous)
• Authorized Oroville Rural EMS District voucher $18,875 for Invoice LL2336 (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) at 9:40 am; motion carried (unanimous, no decisions made)
• Moved into executive session RCW 42.30.110(1)(c) at 11:05 am; motion carried (unanimous, no decisions made)
• Did not approve Commissioners’ Proceedings for September 2, 2025 (no approval)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda: no items scheduled (unanimous)
• Adjourned as Tonasket EMS District, reconvened as Oroville Rural EMS District, then as Methow Valley EMS District (motions carried)

Water Conservancy Board

The Board will review the status of six pending water applications and consider a new application from Joseph House. The meeting includes a financial discussion on potential budget resources and a review of the Wheatland Bank fund balance.

• Wheatland Bank Fund Balance: $4683.49
• Status review of applications OKAN-15-07, OKAN-19-07, OKAN-21-03, OKAN-21-04, OKAN-21-05, and OKAN-25-01
• New application from Joseph House (Marc Marquis)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved two ordinance amendments—Ordinance 2025‑6 updating subdivision, plat, development, resort and floodplain sections, and Ordinance 2025‑7 amending the 911 physical addressing code. They also approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes, the consent agenda items (excluding a coffee‑machine purchase), and entered both executive and closed sessions to discuss litigation and union negotiations. Contract approvals included a $12,446 purchase of ballistic windows for the District Court/Clerks office and a $3,000 fair‑purse agreement with Shawna Beaman. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Ordinance 2025‑6 updating multiple code sections (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025‑7 amending Chapter 12.25 for 911 physical addressing (unanimous)
• Approved August 25, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑3 (Professional Services Agreement, ARPA $26,242.50, Buckhorn Project letter) (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session under RCW 42.30.110 to discuss potential litigation (unanimous)
• Authorized closed session under RCW 42.30.140 to discuss union negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of ballistic windows from Total Security Solutions for $12,446 plus tax (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 fair purse money agreement with Shawna Beaman (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board approved the amended Noxious Weed Lien Collection Policy and sent it to the County Civil Prosecutor and Commissioners for final approval. It also approved up to $700 per year for snack purchases at public events and adopted the supplemental appropriation document that adds revenues and expenditures to the 2025 budget. The board decided that Noxious Weed staff will carry out the Round Leaf Bittersweet treatments on Lake Pateros.

• Approved Noxious Weed Lien Collection Policy (motion carried)
• Approved up to $700 per year for snack purchases at Noxious Weed events (motion carried)
• Approved the Noxious Weed Supplemental Appropriation Document adding revenues & expenditures to the 2025 budget (motion carried)
• Decided Noxious Weed staff will complete Round Leaf Bittersweet treatments on Lake Pateros (board agreement)
• Discussed contract modification for limited weed treatments on reservation (no formal decision recorded)
• Provided update on fall grant work and cost‑share assistance plans (informational, no decision)
• Reviewed staff surveying activities and pesticide licensing progress (informational, no decision)
• Requested attendance at the Washington State Lake Protection Association conference (no outcome recorded)

Fair Advisory Committee

The Fair Advisory Committee met to coordinate the timing and operations for rodeo, racing, and horse games. The body decided on start times and the sequence of events for the arena.

• Horse Games start time set for 8 am
• Plan to use 2 timers and run 2 riders simultaneously in the arena
• 1 pm pause scheduled for Queen entry, National Anthem, prayer, and trick riders

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on August 25, 2025, at 7:00 pm. The body will review and vote on its by-laws as new business. Public comment and approval of minutes from July 28, 2025, are also on the agenda.

• Review and vote on Planning Commission By-Laws

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the edited minutes. A motion to move the last by‑law bullet to Article 4 and to have the Planning Department provide secretary duties was passed. The commission also approved adding language that it will follow Roberts Rules of Order as the 12th amendment to the by‑laws.

• Agenda approved (motion passed)
• Minutes approved with edit (motion passed)
• By‑law bullet moved to Article 4 and Planning Department assigned secretary duties (motion passed)
• Roberts Rules of Order added as the 12th amendment to the by‑laws (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved the consent agenda, signed a support letter for the Methow Okanogan Beaver Project water‑quality grant, and authorized numerous fair contracts and a $31,592.65 award to Kuker‑Ranken, Inc. It also declared county survey equipment surplus, approved regular vouchers totaling $1,426,523.74, appointed an interim Office of Public Defense Director at $12,917 per month, and approved a specialized services agreement for background investigations.

• Approved support letter for Washington State Dept. of Ecology water‑quality grant (Methow Okanogan Beaver Project) – unanimous
• Approved fair contracts for 2025 fair (multiple items) – unanimous
• Declared certain county survey equipment surplus and authorized trade‑in – unanimous
• Awarded Kuker‑Ranken, Inc. contract for survey equipment $31,592.65 – unanimous
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $1,426,523.74 – unanimous
• Appointed interim Office of Public Defense Director at $12,917 per month – unanimous
• Approved specialized services agreement with Public Safety Testing, Inc – unanimous
• Approved consent agenda – unanimous

Fair Advisory Committee

The Okanogan County Fair Advisory Committee met to review unfinished fair preparations, approve a rule exemption for poultry and rabbit checks, and adopt emergency safety protocols. The group also received updates on volunteer coordination, background checks, and subcommittee assignments for the upcoming fair.

• Approved rule exemption allowing superintendents to check poultry and rabbits themselves
• Adopted emergency protocols including missing-child procedures and loudspeaker instructions
• Discussed volunteer badge headshots and supply stocking for superintendents' boxes
• Set October 7 as next meeting date unless earlier session is needed
• Received reports on camping, vending, livestock, and other fair subcommittees

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved a $150 infrastructure analysis by Okanogan Electric Coop using LATC Fund 172, and adopted Resolution 102‑2025 adopting the public works Six‑Year Transportation Program. Both motions were carried with all commissioners in favor. The board also entered an executive session to discuss RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i) risk of a proposed action, where no decisions were made.

• Approved $150 Okanogan Electric Coop analysis (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 102‑2025 Six‑Year Transportation Program (unanimous)
• Approved commissioner proceedings (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Entered executive session on RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i) – no decisions made (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved the consent agenda items, extended a Board of Equalization session, and modified a US Forest Service grant. They also approved two ARPA funding requests for the public health district, a $59,312 budget supplemental for the Paths & Trails fund, and authorized regular vouchers totaling $731,896.92. Additional motions approved EMS district voucher payments.

• Approved consent agenda items 1‑4 (all in favor)
• Approved Board of Equalization 28‑day session extension (all in favor)
• Approved modification of US Forest Service grant agreement (all in favor)
• Approved ARPA request #7 for $4,372 to Public Health District (all in favor)
• Approved ARPA request #8 for $8,964.40 to Public Health District (all in favor)
• Approved $59,312 budget supplemental appropriation for Paths & Trails (all in favor)
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $731,896.92 (unanimous)
• Approved EMS district voucher payments totaling $126,636.69 for Methow Valley, $18,875 for Oroville Rural, and $16,200 for Tonasket (all in favor)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will hold a public meeting on August 12, 2025, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at 1234 S. 2nd St., Okanogan, WA. The agenda includes routine administrative actions such as approving draft minutes, reviewing financial reports, and receiving updates from directors and the health officer. Public comment is permitted with a 2-minute limit per speaker.

• Draft Minutes of July 8, 2025
• Financial Reports – July 2025 (Treasurer’s Cash on Hand, Vouchers & Payroll)
• Consolidated Contract Amendment #5
• Resolution #2025-06 Authorizing a Health Officer

The board unanimously approved an agenda amendment to discuss the Omak Public Library, the July 8, 2025 meeting minutes, July 2025 financial reports and vouchers totaling $234,485.24, Consolidated Contract Amendment #5 for Group A and B water programs, and Resolution #2025-06 authorizing the Administrator to appoint Health Officers. The Board also noted that the November Board of Health meeting has been rescheduled due to a holiday. The meeting adjourned at 2:29 PM.

• Approved agenda amendment to discuss Omak Public Library (unanimous)
• Approved July 8, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July 2025 financial reports and vouchers totaling $234,485.24 (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #5 for Group A and B water programs (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-06 authorizing Administrator to appoint Health Officers (unanimous)

Water Conservancy Board

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board will review the status of six pending applications. The board will also discuss financial statements and potential budget resources.

• Status review of application OKAN-15-07 (George and Karen Zittel)
• Status review of application OKAN-19-07 (Kyle Walter)
• Status review of application OKAN-21-03 (Crown Resources Corporation)
• Status review of applications OKAN-21-04 and OKAN-21-05 (Samra Farms LLC)
• Status review of application OKAN-25-01 (Okanogan Conservation District)

Fair Advisory Committee

The committee discussed preparations for the upcoming fair, including vendor contracts and royalty activities. Members voted to suspend online auction bidding for this year and approved a $300 budget for window advertisements.

• Suspension of online auction bidding for the current year's fair
• Approval of $300.00 for window advertisement
• Reported finance balance of $274,164.63
• Confirmation of new food vendors: 5 Brothers Ranch, The Hot Spot, and Bradbury Eats
• Order of 30 cages for rabbits and chickens to be picked up in Spokane

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board unanimously approved several budget supplemental appropriations, including $934,309 for public defense, $143,686 for the CORE program, $34,430 for the CJTC grant, and $280,000 for a new Oroville Rural EMS ambulance. The board also approved the Voluntary Stewardship Program contract with Washington State Conservation Commission for $290,000 and a $40,000 amendment. All motions were carried with all commissioners in favor.

• Approved Voluntary Stewardship Program contract $290,000 and amendment $40,000 (unanimous)
• Approved $34,430 budget supplemental appropriation for CJTC grant (unanimous)
• Approved $934,309 budget supplemental appropriation for Public Defense (unanimous)
• Approved $143,686 budget supplemental appropriation for CORE Program (unanimous)
• Approved $280,000 budget supplemental appropriation for Oroville Rural EMS ambulance (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will meet to conduct a work session regarding 911 code revisions. The body will also receive updates from directors concerning the CAO, Title 19, and cannabis.

• Work session on 911 Code Revision
• Director update on Title 19
• Director update on Cannabis
• Director update on CAO

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes as amended. The members approved the amended 911 code document and directed it to the BOCC. The commission then moved to adjourn the meeting.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Dave, seconded by Verlene)
• Approved minutes as amended (motion by Dave, seconded by Salley)
• Approved amended 911 code document and sent to BOCC (motion by Salley, seconded by Dave, motion carried)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (motion by Dave, seconded by Verlene)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved the regular vouchers totaling $1,368,764.57 by unanimous vote. It also approved two memorandums of understanding—one with the Sheriff’s Association and another with ASFME—both unanimously. Commissioners awarded the Ringhoffer building HVAC replacement to Cascade Mechanical for $23,865.48 and amended the professional services agreement for hearing examiner services, each by unanimous consent. A resolution authorized 1.5 hours of administrative leave for prosecutor staff affected by HVAC issues, also unanimously.

• Approved vouchers totaling $1,368,764.57 (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Okanogan County Sheriff’s Association (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with ASFME adding two floating holidays (unanimous)
• Awarded Ringhoffer HVAC replacement to Cascade Mechanical for $23,865.48 (unanimous)
• Amended professional services agreement for hearing examiner services (unanimous)
• Authorized 1.5 h admin leave for prosecutor staff (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including subrecipient agreement and resolutions (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved a budget amendment moving $508,856 to fund a Therapeutic Court Coordinator and Probation Manager. They also authorized use of the 2015 Washington State Energy Code and approved several other items, including a $15,567.22 ARPA request, a $110,000 sheriff‑vehicle purchase, and a new overtime MOU with the Teamsters. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Authorized use of the 2015 Washington State Energy Code (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑6 (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA request #4 for Room One, $15,567.22 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 92‑2025 budget amendment, $508,856 for therapeutic court and probation (unanimous)
• Approved MOU with Teamsters Local 760 for communication officers overtime (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers, $318,218.68 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 91‑2025 budget supplemental, $110,000 for LATC sheriff vehicles (unanimous)
• Opted out of the Consolidated Homeless Grant (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met on July 21, 2025 and reviewed agenda items. Commissioners discussed granting Emergency Management authority to use the fairgrounds during emergencies, compared Zoom and Microsoft Teams costs, and talked about state energy code enforcement issues. No formal resolutions, approvals, or votes were recorded during the meeting.

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners declined a perpetual 3% wage increase for the Task Force Office Specialist. They approved an amendment to purchase a demo ambulance for no more than $280,000, including upfit and taxes. They authorized the Sheriff to work with HR on a resolution and a $50,000 budget supplemental for a third CORE position. Procedural items such as the consent agenda, commissioner proceedings and the Wednesday agenda were also approved.

• Declined 3% perpetual wage increase for Task Force Office Specialist (motion carried)
• Approved amendment to purchase demo ambulance for up to $280,000 (motion carried)
• Authorized draft of resolution and $50,000 supplemental for third CORE position (motion carried)
• Approved commissioner proceedings for June 30, July 1, July 7, July 8 (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda (motion carried)
• Approved public safety tax review interest (discussion, no formal vote)
• Discussed road levy shift and budget shortfall (discussion, no formal vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved the Consolidated Homeless Grant Req #12 for $15,359.43 and the CSFRF Agreement #K5564 for $7,752.92. They also approved the DIVCO HVAC Full Coverage Service Agreement renewal for the 2025‑2026 period. The planned work session on Cannabis Operations was cancelled, and two executive‑session motions were adopted.

• Approved Consolidated Homeless Grant Req #12 for $15,359.43 (all in favor)
• Approved CSFRF Agreement #K5564 for $7,752.92 (all in favor)
• Approved DIVCO HVAC Full Coverage Service Agreement renewal (all in favor)
• Cancelled work session on Cannabis Operations (all in favor)
• Moved into executive session to evaluate applicant qualifications (all in favor)
• Moved into executive session to review employee performance (all in favor)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review administrative updates and financial reports from June 2025. The meeting includes reports from the Health Officer and directors of Environmental and Community Health.

• Approval of June 10, 2025 draft minutes
• Review of June 2025 Treasurer’s Cash on Hand
• Review of June 2025 Vouchers & Payroll

The Board of Health approved the agenda as amended, the June 10 meeting minutes, and the June 2025 financial reports with all members in favor. It also approved June vouchers and payroll totaling $174,711.95, and adopted Resolution #2025-05 amending the On‑Site Sewage Disposal Regulations. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved agenda amendment (all in favor)
• Approved June 10, 2025 board minutes (all in favor)
• Approved June 2025 financial reports (all in favor)
• Approved June vouchers ($25,021.70) and payroll ($145,257.25) totaling $174,711.95 (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-05 amending on‑site sewage disposal regulations (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The board unanimously approved a letter of support for the OCTA WSDOT grant application requesting $9.2 million to build a transit administration office and maintenance facility. It also ratified the Sheriff’s CORE grant signature, approved a $98,773 budget supplemental for CORE outreach specialists, and adopted the consent agenda. Two motions to enter executive session were carried, and the board set the agenda for the following Wednesday.

• Approved letter of support for $9.2 M OCTA WSDOT grant (unanimous)
• Ratified Chairman’s signature on CORE grant for Okanogan County Sheriff’s office (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 81-2025 budget supplemental of $98,773 for WASPC AJA CORE (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session 9:06‑9:21 am (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter executive session 10:00‑10:20 am (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve special vouchers totaling $68,790. They also adopted Ordinance 2025‑4, correcting references from Title 17A to Title 17 in the county code. Additional motions placed the board into two executive‑session periods, and the board decided to appoint Sally Stetson to fill the remaining term on the NCW Library Board of Trustees.

• Approved special vouchers totaling $68,790 (unanimous vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025‑4 correcting Title 17A to Title 17 (all in favor)
• Entered executive session (42.30.110 (1)(g)) 11:03‑11:15 a.m. (all in favor)
• Entered executive session (42.30.140 (4)(b)) 11:15‑11:25 a.m. (all in favor)
• Decided to appoint Sally Stetson to the NCW Library Board of Trustees (resolution to be drafted)

Water Conservancy Board

The Water Conservancy Board approved the amended agenda and the February 5 and June 4, 2025 minutes. All listed invoices from March through July were approved. The board accepted a new application from the Okanogan County Conservation District. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved amended agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 5 and June 4, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved invoices totaling $2,391.95 (unanimous)
• Accepted new Okanogan County Conservation District application (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved two budget supplemental appropriations, including $333,000 for the Opioid Abatement Fund and $50,200 for a WSAC grant. They also approved the Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund allocation of $300,000, adopted the OCC 15.08 floodplain revisions ordinance, and authorized a $218,140.91 contract for DC battery plants. Additional approvals included a $14,000 homeless housing plan amendment, a $21,744.40 CDBG service request, and an $11,045.23 consolidated homeless grant request.

• Approved Resolution 78-2025: $100 WSU Publications and $50,200 WSAC Grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 79-2025: $333,000 Opioid Abatement Fund supplemental appropriation (unanimous)
• Approved Opioid Abatement Settlement Fund allocations totaling $300,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-5 adopting OCC 15.08 floodplain revisions (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Legacy Communications for DC Battery Plants, $218,140.91 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment #2 to transfer $14,000 within the WestEast Design Group homeless housing plan (unanimous)
• Approved CDBG Public Services Request #35, $21,744.40, authorizing chairman to sign (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Homeless Grant Request #11, $11,045.23 (unanimous)

Fair Advisory Committee

The committee discussed fair preparations, including budget constraints and vendor contracts. Members decided to cancel the online auction due to high costs relative to sales revenue and approved funding for window advertisements.

• Suspended online auction bidding for the current year
• Approved $300.00 for window advertisement
• Reported current finances of $274,164.63
• Confirmed 2 applicants for fair royalty
• Ordered 30 cages for rabbits and chickens

Board of County Commissioners

The Board voted to approve and authorize the Planning Department to prepare and submit an Emerging Opportunity Grant to assess the impacts of cannabis operations in Okanogan County, with the chairman authorized to sign. The motion was moved, seconded, and carried with all members in favor. The Board also approved two executive‑session periods to discuss potential litigation, each motion moving unanimously.

• Approved Emerging Opportunity Grant for cannabis impact study (unanimous)
• Authorized chairman to sign the grant submission (unanimous)
• Approved executive session (11:57‑12:12) to discuss potential litigation (unanimous)
• Approved second executive session (12:15‑12:20) to discuss potential litigation (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved a $250,000 contract with the Department of Commerce to pass a Micro Enterprise grant to the Economic Alliance. They also adopted Resolution 76‑2025 amending the exempt leave policy, approved the consent agenda items, and authorized an $11,132.50 ARPA request for the Tunk Mountain Fire Hardening project. Employment agreements for a CORE Outreach Specialist and other staff were approved as well.

• Approved $250,000 Micro Enterprise grant contract (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 76‑2025 amending the exempt leave policy (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑7 (unanimous)
• Approved employment agreement for Diedrika Burrington, CORE Outreach Specialist (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA request #22 for Tunk Mountain Fire Hardening project, $11,132.50 (unanimous)
• Approved commissioners’ proceedings for June 9‑10, 2025 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved a Memorandum of Agreement with the Sheriff’s Employee Association to provide jail coverage through September 2025. It awarded a $218,140.91 contract to Legacy Communications for two battery plants. The board adopted a $61,000 supplemental appropriation for Homeless Housing Fund 142. Finally, the board authorized Okanogan County to act as sponsor for a Community Development Block Grant of up to $2 million for Fire District #10.

• Approved MOA with Sheriff’s Employee Association for jail coverage (all in favor)
• Approved Legacy Communications bid for two battery plants, $218,140.91 (all in favor)
• Approved $61,000 supplemental appropriation for Homeless Housing Fund 142 (all in favor)
• Approved Okanogan County as sponsor for Fire District #10 CDBG grant up to $2 million (all in favor)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (RCW 42.30.110 (1)(i)) (all in favor)
• Approved motion to enter executive session (RCW 42.30.110 (1)(g)) (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and hear public comment. The primary item of new business is a workshop described as a crash course for the Chair.

• Workshop-Crash Course for the Chair

The commission voted 5‑2 to adopt a recommendation that sales to China be prohibited and that legal staff investigate the issue. The agenda was approved after an added item was included. Minutes of the meeting were approved. The commission adopted Roberts Rules of order and added them to its bylaws.

• Recommendation to prohibit sales to China approved (5-2)
• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Meeting minutes approved (motion carried)
• Roberts Rules of order adopted (motion carried)
• Roberts Rules added to bylaws (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board approved the June 2 and June 3 meeting minutes. It adopted two budget supplemental appropriations: $8,758 for the Drug Task Force Fund and $85,556 for the LATC Fund for dive equipment and a website. The consent agenda items, several appointments, a letter to Jill Sheley, and EMS voucher payments of $98,645.03 and $16,200 were also approved.

• Approved meeting minutes for June 2 and June 3, 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved $8,758 budget supplemental appropriation for Drug Task Force Fund 132 (all in favor)
• Approved $85,556 budget supplemental appropriation for LATC Fund 172 (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑10 (all in favor)
• Authorized chairman to sign letter to Jill Sheley (all in favor)
• Approved Crystal Hawley’s appointment to Hospital District #3 (all in favor)
• Approved Methow Valley EMS District voucher payment of $98,645.03 (all in favor)
• Approved Tonasket EMS District voucher payment of $16,200 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners voted to enter an executive session at 9:30 a.m., a closed session at 11:25 a.m., and another executive session at 2:30 p.m.; all motions were carried. No policy decisions were made in those sessions. A bid opening for two battery plants was held, receiving one bid of $218,140.99 from Legacy Communications, but no award was made.

• Motion to enter executive session (9:30‑9:45 a.m.) carried
• Motion to enter closed session (11:25‑11:30 a.m.) carried
• Motion to enter executive session (2:30‑3:00 p.m.) carried
• Bid opening for two battery plants received one bid of $218,140.99 from Legacy Communications (no award)
• Reviewed agenda and consent agenda (procedural)
• Discussed Ringhoffer lease agreement language and rate for Child Development Association (no decision)
• Discussed sales and use tax use for criminal justice or fire protection (no decision)
• Public comment on ice rink costs and library district issues (no decision)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to review administrative updates and financial reports from May 2025. The session includes reports from the Health Officer and directors of Environmental and Community Health.

• Approval of May 13, 2025 draft minutes
• Review of May 2025 Treasurer’s Cash on Hand
• Review of May 2025 Vouchers & Payroll

The Board approved the agenda as presented. It also approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes and the May 2025 financial reports, including the Emergency Operating Reserve balance of $500,000 and the Health Officer Account balance of $15,000. Finally, the Board approved May 2025 vouchers and payroll warrants totaling $164,686.37.

• Approved agenda as presented (all in favor)
• Approved May 13, 2025 Board minutes (all in favor)
• Approved May 2025 financial reports, showing $500,000 reserve and $15,000 health officer account (all in favor)
• Approved May 2025 vouchers ($17,846.72) and refunds ($4,490.00) (all in favor)
• Approved May 2025 payroll warrants ($142,349.59) for total issue $164,686.37 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold discussions on housing, public safety, budget, and fire services. The board is also scheduled to review a personnel manual edit regarding part-time employee insurance.

• Discussion on Housing, Public Safety, Budget, & Fire with Rep. Andrew Engell
• Discussion on Salary and Juvenile Clerk Job Description & HCA Re-Entry Grant
• Discussion on Iron Sleek Products Ice Rink
• Resolution 68-2025: Edit of Personnel Manual Section 4.1.2 on Part-Time Employee Insurance
• Interview for NCW Library Board of Trustees Position

The board approved Resolution 69‑2025, authorizing a new Administrative Service Officer position at grade 16 step 4 in the Juvenile Department. They also authorized the chair to sign an amended MOA for Pacific Security for the Courthouse, extending negotiations to September 30, 2025. Both motions were carried with all commissioners in favor.

• Approved Resolution 69‑2025 authorizing a new hire at grade 16 step 4 for the Juvenile Department (all in favor, motion carried)
• Authorized the chair to sign the amended MOA for Pacific Security for the Courthouse, extending negotiations to Sept 30 2025 (all in favor, motion carried)
• Moved to enter executive session to discuss performance of a public employee (all in favor, motion carried; no decisions made in session)

Water Conservancy Board

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board will review the status of five pending applications and consider a new application from Jordan Ellis and Kelsay Mach. The board will also approve vouchers for expenses totaling $1,543.35.

• Approval of vouchers: March 5 ($759.60), March 27 ($330.00), and May 5 ($453.75)
• Status review of application OKAN-15-07: George and Karen Zittel
• Status review of application OKAN-19-07: Mr. Kyle Walter
• Status review of application OKAN-21-03: Crown Resources Corporation
• New application: Jordan Ellis and Kelsay Mach

Board members Chuck Brushwood and Jean Bodeau approved the invoice for $459.45. The board continued consideration of the George and Karen Zittel (OKAN-15-07), Kyle Walter (OKAN-19-07), Crown Resources Corporation (OKAN-21-03), and Samra Farms LLC (OKAN-21-04 and OKAN-21-05) applications. The new application from Don and Tonya Hover was noted for placement on the agenda on July 2, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved invoice $459.45 (Chuck Brushwood and Jean Bodeau)
• Continued George and Karen Zittel OKAN-15-07 application
• Continued Kyle Walter OKAN-19-07 application
• Continued Crown Resources Corporation OKAN-21-03 application
• Continued Samra Farms LLC OKAN-21-04 application
• Continued Samra Farms LLC OKAN-21-05 application

Fair Advisory Committee

The committee discussed fairgrounds infrastructure improvements, including a new well and lighting. Members approved updates to the fair poster and authorized Facebook and radio advertising.

• Reported remaining funds of $256,348.01
• Completion of a new well on May 28
• Approval to add a phone number and QR code to the fair poster
• Authorization for Facebook advertising by Larissa
• Approval for Tony and Mike to pursue radio and billboard advertising

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a surplus vehicle and a road vacation on Main St Plat of Monse. The board is also scheduled to review budget consultants, behavioral healthcare updates, and several consent agenda items.

• Public hearing for road vacation of portion of Main St Plat of Monse
• Public hearing for surplus Dodge Durango Pursuit
• Change Order No. 2 for Sheriff Equip/ Coroner Storage with Halme Builders
• Resolution 65-2025 regarding vacation of Cassimer Bar Road in Plat of Mons
• Resolution 67-2025 adopting Annual Fair Premium Points Calculation Policy and Procedure

The commissioners approved a $635,187.70 purchase of a radio console from Ray Con Communications. They also approved a 100% fee waiver for Inhabit Home Health and Hospice Community Memorial effective June 25, 2025. Both motions were moved, seconded and carried unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved purchase of radio console from Ray Con Communications for $635,187.70 (motion carried)
• Approved 100% fee waiver for Inhabit Home Health and Hospice Community Memorial (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to address new business. The body will discuss elections and a procedural amendment to OCC Title 17.

• Procedural amendment to OCC Title 17
• Elections
• Workshop on Mastering Public Comment & Public Hearings

The commission elected Stacy Storm as Vice Chair and reaffirmed Phil Dart as Chair after a motion carried. A motion to forward sweeping code corrections (title 17A to 17) to the BOCC was approved. The agenda and amended minutes were also approved, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Stacy Storm elected Vice Chair (motion carried)
• Phil Dart confirmed as Chair (motion carried)
• Code corrections to title 17A approved for BOCC (motion approved)
• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Amended minutes approved (motion approved)
• Adjournment approved (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health is meeting to approve draft minutes, review April 2025 financial reports, and consider amendments to the Consolidated Contract, Solid Waste Contract, and a contract with Pilot Rock Consulting. Directors will provide updates on administration, environmental health, community health, and the health officer's activities.

• Draft minutes of April 8, 2025
• Financial reports – April 2025 (cash on hand, vouchers & payroll)
• Consolidated Contract Amendment #4
• Solid Waste Contract amendment
• Pilot Rock Consulting Amendment

The Board of Health approved the amended meeting agenda and the April 8, 2025 minutes, both with unanimous support. It also approved the April 2025 financial reports, vouchers and payroll, again with all members in favor. Three contract items—a Consolidated Contract Amendment, a Solid Waste grant renewal, and a Pilot Rock Consulting amendment—were each approved unanimously.

• Approved amended agenda (all in favor)
• Approved April 8, 2025 meeting minutes (all in favor)
• Approved April 2025 financial reports, vouchers and payroll (all in favor)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #4 (all in favor)
• Approved Solid Waste Grant renewal (all in favor)
• Approved Pilot Rock Consulting amendment #1 ($15,000) (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board unanimously approved regular vouchers for $1,264,229.05 and payroll vouchers for $1,457,832.48. It also approved the consent agenda items, a fair animal exhibitor pass policy, a $150,000 ARPA roof‑rehab project, and $98,645.03 in EMS district vouchers. No bids were received for the Fairgrounds well ditch/piping project and the animal shelter discussion was noted for further planning.

• Approved regular vouchers $1,264,229.05 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll vouchers $1,457,832.48 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑5 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 61‑2025 fair animal exhibitor pass policy (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Request #1 $150,000 Community Action Re‑Roof Project (unanimous)
• Approved Methow Valley EMS District vouchers $98,645.03 (unanimous)
• Recorded no bids received for Fairgrounds Well Project ditch/piping
• Adjourned and reconvened as Methow Valley EMS District, then back to BOCC (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved several resolutions and contracts. They reclassified a full‑time compliance planner position to part‑time, approved a settlement to dismiss pending litigation and directed the prosecuting attorney to sign the stipulation, and authorized contracts for increased storage with Axon Enterprise and for a CDBG micro‑enterprise grant NEPA certification. They also extended the review of NCW Libraries Board applications to June 2, 2025. All motions were approved unanimously.

• Approved reclassification of full‑time compliance coordinator planner to part‑time (Resolution 59‑2025)
• Approved settlement and stipulation to dismiss litigation (Resolution 60‑2025)
• Authorized chair to sign contract with Axon Enterprise for prosecuting attorney storage
• Authorized chair to sign CDBG Micro Enterprise Grant NEPA certification
• Approved resignation, severance and release agreement for Shasta Stidman
• Approved executive session on risk of proposed (RCW 42.30.110)
• Extended NCW Libraries Board applications review to June 2, 2025
• Approved executive session motion (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved Ordinance 2025-3, reducing the speed limit on Twin Lakes Road from mile post 0.00 to 0.32 to 35 mph, based on traffic data showing higher weekday activity near a school. The board also approved the consent agenda, meeting minutes, an ARPA request for slope stabilization, and a vehicle rental resolution. Discussions were held on hospital board vacancies, jail improvements, and a proposed additional SR-20 crossing, but no formal action was taken on those items.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-3 lowering speed limit to 35 mph on Twin Lakes Road MP 0.00-0.32 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-4, including ARPA funding for Tunk Mtn Fire Hardening ($5,056.40) and Electric Co-Op ($6,116.65) (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for April 21-22 and 28-29, 2025 as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA request #4 for Nespelem slope stabilization ($29,707.32) (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 57-2025 for vehicle rental between Planning and Building Departments (unanimous)

Fair Advisory Committee

The committee approved minutes and agenda, voted to raise the poultry judge payment from $250 to $545, and adopted a $25 refundable cleaning deposit for race horse stalls. Members also received reports on fair finances ($256,426.39 remaining, $63,592.13 pari-mutuel tax), facility improvements including a new well and painting, and updates on ID badges for animal exhibitors. Policy changes were discussed, including background checks for committee members and superintendents, and the committee tabled decisions on volunteer wristband limits and judge contract amounts.

• Poultry judge payment raised to $545 (motion passed after amendment from $500)
• $25 refundable cleaning deposit required for race horse stalls (motion passed)
• Fair remaining balance: $256,426.39; received $63,592.13 in pari-mutuel tax
• Mandatory Superintendents meeting scheduled for May 14, 2025 at the Annex
• Drop-off/pickup point for school letters changed to North Gate

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved several resolutions, including adopting fair superintendent rules and a public‑defense services agreement. It also continued the public hearing on the moratorium for new cannabis operations, setting a new deadline of September 30, 2025. Additionally, the victim‑witness advocate position was returned to part‑time and a budget adjustment was directed for map‑software replacement.

• Approved Resolution 56-2025 adopting County Fair Superintendents Rules & Code of Ethics (unanimous)
• Approved professional services agreement with Office of Public Defense for investigator representation (unanimous)
• Continued public hearing on Ordinance 2025-2 Moratorium on New Cannabis Operations until Sep 30, 2025 (2 in favor, 1 abstain)
• Approved Resolution 53-2025 rescinding Resolution 119-2019 and returning victim‑witness advocate to part‑time (unanimous)
• Cancelled tentative discussion on RCW 42.10.080(5) MVH vacancy
• Directed budget adjustment from contingency reserve for MapGeo software replacement

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved a $98,521 supplemental appropriation for the Superior Court and Therapeutic Court Fund. They also unanimously approved regular vouchers totaling $999,392.97. The consent agenda items, including a guardrail contract, well‑drilling agreement, mulching attachment, weed‑spray purchase, an $11,067.50 ARPA request, and Cattleguard renewals, were approved without opposition. An executive session was authorized to discuss public‑employee performance.

• Approved $98,521 budget supplemental appropriation for Superior Court and Therapeutic Court Fund (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $999,392.97 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items including guardrail project, well drilling, mulching attachment, weed‑spray, ARPA $11,067.50, and Cattleguard renewals (unanimous)
• Authorized executive session from 10:32 a.m. to 10:47 a.m. to review employee performance (unanimous)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes from March 24, 2025, take public comment, and then conduct a workshop titled 'Great Planning Commission Meetings.' No substantive decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Workshop on 'Great Planning Commission Meetings'
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2025
• Public comment period

The commission approved the meeting agenda after a motion by Dave and a second by Verlene. They also approved the prior meeting minutes after a motion by Salley (amended) and a second by John. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved agenda (motion by Dave, seconded by Verlene)
• Approved minutes (motion by Salley, seconded by John)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved a professional services agreement for legal representation of indigent individuals. It authorized the Flood Plain Management SEPA 1 Environmental Checklist. It adopted resolutions for the Tonasket and Oroville Rural EMS Districts, each authorizing a property tax levy of fifty cents per $1,000 of assessed value for six years starting in 2026. The board also approved $7,500 in special vouchers.

• Approved professional services agreement for legal defense (unanimous)
• Approved Flood Plain Management SEPA 1 Environmental Checklist (unanimous)
• Approved Tonasket EMS District Resolution 1-2025 authorizing 0.5¢/$1,000 tax for six years (unanimous)
• Approved Oroville EMS District Resolution 1-2025 authorizing 0.5¢/$1,000 tax for six years (unanimous)
• Approved special vouchers totaling $7,500 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting and reconvened as Tonasket EMS District (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting and reconvened as Oroville EMS District (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting and reconvened as Board of County Commissioners (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved a $12,926 supplemental appropriation to Boating Safety Fund 145. They also approved interlocal agreements for building inspection services with the Town of Twisp and the City of Brewster, a ticketing services contract with Ticket Tomato, a construction change directive for the Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage Project, a notice of intent for a stormwater permit for the jail HVAC project, a special occasion liquor license for the Tonasket Rodeo, and an interlocal agreement with the Town of Winthrop. No other motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved $12,926 supplemental appropriation for Boating Safety Fund 145 (all in favor)
• Approved interlocal agreement for building inspection services with Town of Twisp (all in favor)
• Approved interlocal agreement for building inspection services with City of Brewster (all in favor)
• Approved agreement with Ticket Tomato for fair ticketing services (all in favor)
• Approved Construction Change Directive CCD#001 for Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage Project (all in favor)
• Approved Notice of Intent for Construction Stormwater General Permit – Jail HVAC Project (all in favor)
• Approved Special Occasion Liquor License No. 035169 for Tonasket Rodeo event (all in favor)
• Approved Interlocal Agreement with Town of Winthrop (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The board voted unanimously to approve a preliminary change order allowing the sink in the coroner suite to be moved. They also approved re‑appointment letters for Charlayne Knapp and Verlene Hughes to serve four‑year terms on the planning commission.

• Approved preliminary change order to move sink in coroner suite (unanimous)
• Approved re‑appointment letter for Charlayne Knapp, 4‑year term (unanimous)
• Approved re‑appointment letter for Verlene Hughes, 4‑year term (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved a budget amendment (Resolution 44‑2025) allocating $329,639 for fire‑hardening on Tunk Mountain. Commissioners appointed Larry Philips to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee and approved a series of consent‑agenda items, including contracts and resolutions. The Fairgrounds Well Safety project was awarded to Fogle Pump and Supply for $42,754.26, and regular and payroll vouchers totaling $5,812,376.39 were certified. Additional resolutions adopted updated fair policies, a fairgrounds arena/track use contract, and a PUD privilege tax distribution.

• Appointed Larry Philips to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 44‑2025 Budget Amendment allocating $329,639 for Tunk Mountain fire‑hardening (all in favor)
• Certified regular vouchers $4,529,596.36 and payroll vouchers $1,282,780.03 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items (9 items) (all in favor)
• Awarded Fairgrounds Well Safety project to Fogle Pump and Supply, bid $42,754.26 (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 45‑2025 adopting updated Fair Policies and Procedures (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 47‑2025 Fairgrounds Arena/Track Use Contract (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 48‑2025 PUD Privilege Tax Distribution (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

During the April 14, 2025 meeting, Commissioners voted to go into executive session from 10:44 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. to discuss contract union negotiations strategy. The motion was seconded and carried unanimously. No other formal approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Moved into executive session (10:44‑10:50) – motion carried unanimously

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will conduct an exit interview with the Washington State Auditor's Office and consider a consolidated contract amendment #3. The board will also receive updates from Blue Sky Minds, the administrator, and department directors, along with approval of draft minutes and financial reports.

• Washington State Auditor’s Office Audit Exit Interview
• Consolidated Contract Amendment #3
• Blue Sky Minds update by Maria Hines
• Approval of draft minutes from March 11, 2025
• Financial reports including Treasurer's Cash on Hand and Vouchers & Payroll

The board approved the meeting agenda and the March 11, 2025 board minutes. It also approved the March 2025 financial reports, vouchers, payroll warrants, and Consolidated Contract Amendment #3, which adds $390,718 in funding. All motions carried with all members in favor.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved March 11, 2025 board minutes (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved March 2025 financial reports (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved March 2025 vouchers and payroll warrants totaling $159,991.20 (motion carried with all in favor)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #3, increasing funds by $390,718 (motion carried with all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners approved the March 31 and April 1, 2025 meeting minutes and the consent agenda. They unanimously approved Resolution 39‑2025 renewing the Crumbacher Estates utility franchise. The board also set the agenda for the following Wednesday.

• Approved March 31 and April 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Crumbacher Estates utility franchise renewal (all in favor)
• Set Wednesday’s agenda

Board of County Commissioners

The Board moved into executive session twice to discuss potential legal risk under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i). Both motions were seconded and approved with all members in favor. No other substantive actions or votes were recorded during the meeting.

• Approved executive session on legal risk (9:00‑9:15 AM) – unanimous
• Approved executive session on legal risk (2:22‑2:37 PM) – unanimous

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved regular vouchers for $235,329.19 and payroll vouchers for $1,456,649.00. They also unanimously approved the ARPA request for $290,405.50 and four Office of Public Defense service agreements. The consent agenda items were approved by a motion carried with all members in favor. Additional motions approved meeting minutes, a letter of support for an EPA grant, and a procedural adjournment of the Methow Valley EMS District.

• Approved regular vouchers $235,329.19 (unanimous)
• Approved payroll vouchers $1,456,649.00 (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Request #12 for $290,405.50 (unanimous)
• Approved four Office of Public Defense agreements (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1‑7 except items 2‑3 (all in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes for March 24‑25, 2025 (all in favor)
• Authorized letter of support to EPA for $20 M grant (all in favor)
• Adjourned as Methow Valley EMS District and reconvened as BOCC (all in favor)

Fair Advisory Committee

The Fair Advisory Committee discussed a new county commissioners' resolution requiring background checks for superintendents, volunteers, and FAC members. The committee approved the agenda and prior minutes, received updates on fairgrounds facility improvements and finances ($185,486.25 remaining), and tabled decisions on a cleaning deposit for race horse stalls and exhibitor ID badges. Vendor fee structures and fair queen fundraising plans were also reviewed.

• Resolution requiring background checks for all superintendents, FAC members, and volunteers at the fairgrounds
• Fairgrounds improvements: LED lighting, barn repairs, new well drilling, parking lot lights, remodeling of Annex, new dry well at Main gate
• Fair finances: $185,486.25 remaining; gate rates to be set
• Vendor fee discussion: whether demonstrator vendors should pay the same as commercial vendors
• Fair Queen Kara's June 14 fundraiser at Fairgrounds Annex, catered by 1908 BBQ

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board adopted a temporary six‑month moratorium on permitting new cannabis grows, with two commissioners voting yes and one abstaining. It also approved four resolutions (35‑2025 to 38‑2025) classifying parcels for open‑space tax purposes, each passing unanimously. No other formal actions were recorded.

• Approved 6‑month cannabis moratorium (2-0-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2025-2 establishing temporary cannabis moratorium (2-0-1)
• Approved Resolution 35-2025 for Popcorn and Wine, LLC open‑space tax classification (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 36-2025 for Methow Conservancy open‑space tax classification (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 37-2025 for Methow Conservancy open‑space tax classification (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 38-2025 for Methow Conservancy open‑space tax classification (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved regular vouchers totaling $367,963.54. They also authorized the chairman to sign a Voluntary Stewardship Program amendment moving $6,000 to the Conservation District budget. Additional approvals included electronic signatures for three CRAB certifications and adoption of Resolution 32‑2025 setting ER&R rates for Public Works equipment.

• Approved regular vouchers $367,963.54 (unanimous)
• Authorized amendment to move $6,000 to Conservation District budget (all in favor)
• Approved electronic signature authority for three CRAB certifications (all in favor)
• Adopted Resolution 32‑2025 ER&R rates for Public Works equipment (all in favor)
• Approved consent agenda (all in favor)
• Approved meeting minutes for March 10, 11, 14 & 17, 2025 (all in favor)
• Set agenda for upcoming Wednesday meeting (all in favor)
• Approved CRAB certifications for Diversion and Road Fund Expenditures and Fish Passage Barrier Removal (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will meet to conduct a work session on Flood Plain Management. The commission will also discuss training opportunities.

• Flood Plain Management work session
• Discussion of training opportunities

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. A motion to accept the updated Flood Plain Management document was carried 3‑1, sending the document to the commissioners for further action. Members also discussed scheduling planning‑related training for future regular meetings.

• Agenda approved (motion by Dave, seconded by Salley)
• Minutes approved (motion by Salley, seconded by Stacy)
• Flood Plain Management document accepted and forwarded to commissioners (3 yes, 1 no)
• Training session motion made (John motioned, Salley seconds; outcome not recorded)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners unanimously approved Resolution 29‑2025, creating a Juvenile Detention Medical Services Officer position. They also approved a memorandum of agreement with the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Employee Association and Pacific Security to provide courthouse security. The board accepted bids for portable toilet services ($7,500) and fair janitorial services ($12,000), and awarded the legal newspaper of record for 2025‑2026 to the Methow Valley News and Oroville Gazette Tribune.

• Approved Resolution 29-2025 creating Juvenile Detention Medical Services Officer Position (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of agreement for courthouse security with Sheriff’s Employee Association and Pacific Security (unanimous)
• Accepted Herriman Speedy Tank Service Inc bid for portable toilets, $7,500 plus tax (unanimous)
• Accepted Samantha Valencia bid for fair janitorial services, $12,000 (unanimous)
• Continued bid award process for legal newspaper of record until 11:30 a.m. (unanimous)
• Awarded legal newspaper designation for 2025/2026 to Methow Valley News and Oroville Gazette Tribune (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved regular and payroll vouchers totaling $1,610,077.69, a Homeless Crisis Program request for $34,393.08, and the Fourth Amendment to the Behavioral Health Care Agreement. They also approved the consent agenda (items 1-11 except #10), which included a step increase for a public defender and a road project structure. Item #10, creating a Juvenile Detention Medical Services Officer position, was pulled from the consent agenda for further review.

• Approved regular vouchers $365,643.69 and payroll vouchers $1,244,434.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Homeless Crisis Program Request #8 for $34,393.08 (unanimous)
• Approved Fourth Amendment to Behavioral Health Care Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-11 except #10 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for March 3, 10, 11, 14 (unanimous)
• Authorized conditional defense for Anthony Coble (2-0, Hover recused)
• Approved step increase for public defender via Resolution 28-2025 (consent agenda)
• Tabled Resolution 29-2025 creating Juvenile Detention Medical Services Officer position (pulled from consent agenda)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners held a special meeting to discuss the opioid abatement funding committee selection and payment processing. They reviewed the scoring criteria and recommended all listed potential providers move forward. The next step is an RFP Q&A session on March 17. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was informational and procedural.

• Recommended all listed potential providers for the opioid abatement committee
• Scheduled RFP Q&A for March 17

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to consider approval of February 2025 draft minutes, financial reports, and Consolidated Contract Amendment #2. Administrators will provide updates, including a discussion on the HS GOVTECH system. Public comment is limited to 2 minutes per person, with written comments due by 11 AM on the meeting day.

• Approval of draft minutes from February 11, 2025
• Financial reports for February 2025: Treasurer's Cash on Hand, Cash on Hand, Vouchers & Payroll
• Consolidated Contract Amendment #2
• HS GOVTECH Discussion (as part of Administrator Update)

The Okanogan County Board of Health approved Resolution #2025-03, which amends and restates the On-Site Sewage Disposal Regulation for the District, following review by legal counsel and the state health department. The board also approved the February 2025 financial reports, a consolidated contract amendment, and authorized the administrator to sign a software contract. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Resolution #2025-03 Amended and Restated On-Site Sewage Disposal Regulation (all in favor)
• Approved February 2025 financial reports, including vouchers and payroll totaling $220,914.36 (all in favor)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #2 decreasing Drinking Water Group A Program by $400 (all in favor)
• Authorized Administrator to sign HS GovTech software contract (all in favor)
• Approved February 11, 2025 board minutes (all in favor)
• Approved agenda as amended to add Resolution #2025-03 (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda, including appointments, contracts, and a resolution annexing land to Fire Protection District 6. They also approved a JARPA for a Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage building, a snow parks plowing agreement amendment adding Hart's Pass, and the CRAB road levy certification. The board discussed a proposed amendment to the Title III MOU to divert $28,655 from a side-by-side purchase to dive equipment, but no action was taken. Vouchers totaling $415,929.57 and Methow Valley EMS District vouchers of $98,645.03 were approved.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-9, including appointments, contracts, and Resolution 27-2025-A annexing lands to Fire Protection District 6.
• Approved JARPA for parcel #3322062002 for the Sheriff Equipment/Coroner Storage building.
• Approved Snow Parks Plowing Agreement amendment No. 1 to add Hart's Pass.
• Authorized the chairman to sign the CRAB Certification of the 2025 Road Levy.
• Approved regular vouchers in the amount of $415,929.57.
• Approved Methow Valley EMS District vouchers in the amount of $98,645.03.
• Deferred approval of meeting minutes for March 3 & 4, 2025 until Commissioner Hover is present.
• Held executive session for potential litigation.

Board of County Commissioners

The board authorized an employment agreement with Robert Johansen as a part-time physician assistant for Juvenile and Jail services, funded by transferring $36K from an existing line item. They also approved a resolution for emergency services alternate designee authorization and signed two fee reduction/waiver requests for community events. The CDBG micro enterprise public hearing was continued and closed with no public comment, but no funding decision was made.

• Approved employment agreement with Robert Johansen as physician assistant (unanimous)
• Authorized Resolution 27-2025 for Emergency Services Organization Alternate Designee (unanimous)
• Approved fee reduction/waiver requests for OBHC adaptive Easter egg hunt and Work Source summit (unanimous)
• Closed continued CDBG micro enterprise public hearing with no action taken

Fair Advisory Committee

The Fair Advisory Committee approved operational updates for the 2025 fair, including ticketing software and facility improvements. The body also established new fee structures for vendors and updated the Fair Queen's event schedule.

• Approved $100 per hour pay for veterinarians checking animals on Wednesday
• Reduced Friday night gate price from $20.00 to $12.00
• Established a $250.00 refundable cleaning/damage deposit for vendors
• Approved the use of Showorks and Ticket Tomato (for gate tickets) for the 2025 fair
• Reported a remaining balance of $186,653.25 in finances

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners will hold a discussion on the impacts of federal funding cuts, led by Community Action's Rena Shawver. They will also consider a consent agenda including contracts for liquid asphalt and traffic paint, a grant for affordable housing, and several resolutions. A public hearing on a CDBG Micro Enterprise grant scheduled for Tuesday is postponed due to lack of quorum.

• Discussion on impacts of federal funding cuts with Community Action
• Contract for 2025 Liquid Asphalt with Idaho Asphalt Supply Inc.
• Award recommendation for 2025 Traffic Paint Bid to Sherwin-Williams Co.
• Grant Agreement for Affordable Housing with Housing Authority of Okanogan County
• Resolution 26-2025 for 2025 Guardrail Safety Plans, Provisions & Specifications

The board awarded the Agriplex Catch Basin and Dry Well project to Lees & Duke Excavating, LLC for $7,517.54, the lowest of three bids. Commissioners also approved the consent agenda (items 1-12, except #5), including contracts for liquid asphalt, a sheriff storage facility amendment, and traffic paint, plus several resolutions and grant agreements. They authorized the Joint Local Agreement for the Okanogan County Emergency Services Organization and approved multiple ARPA and grant fund requests. The meeting included updates on federal funding impacts, the Superior Court Clerk's office, and public works.

• Awarded Agriplex Dry Well & Catch Basin project to Lees & Duke Excavating, LLC for $7,517.54 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-12 except #5 (unanimous)
• Authorized Joint Local Agreement for Okanogan County Emergency Services Organization (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Req #11 City of Okanogan for $9,465.74 (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Req #4 Public Health for $24,926.27 (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA Req #5 Public Health for $3,002.82 (unanimous)
• Approved Consolidated Homeless Grant Req #7 for $39,829.07 (unanimous)
• Approved Fair Advisory Committee appointments for Shauna Beeman and Bruce Duncan (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved two budget supplements ($30,861 for BECCA/Current Expense and $16,000 for the Clerk), opened a single bid for traffic paint from Sherwin Williams at $200,025.10, and directed the Clerk to sign a letter opposing grizzly bear reintroduction. Also approved consent agenda items, vouchers totaling $1,238,030.41, and EMS district payments.

• Approved Resolution 21-2025 budget supplemental for BECCA and Current Expense, $30,861 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 22-2025 budget supplemental for Clerk, $16,000 (unanimous)
• Opened single bid from Sherwin Williams for traffic paint, $200,025.10
• Approved consent agenda: soil stabilizer bid to GMCO, juvenile detention security contract to Accurate Electric, employment agreement for Randy Thies (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $1,238,030.41 (unanimous)
• Approved Tonasket EMS District vouchers $18,380.92 to Life Line (unanimous)
• Approved Oroville Rural EMS District vouchers $20,813.17 to Life Line (unanimous)
• Directed signing of letter opposing grizzly bear reintroduction (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will meet to discuss new business. The agenda includes a training update and a work session regarding Floodplain Management.

• Work session on Floodplain Management
• Training update

The Okanogan County Planning Commission held a regular meeting with no public comment and no substantive decisions. Members discussed potential training options, including public participation processes, Roberts Rules, and the Planning Enabling Act, with staff to research options. They also reviewed flood plain code updates and agreed to have the code with recommended changes distributed for discussion at the next meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion by Stacy, second by Dave)
• Approved minutes as written (motion by Salley, second by Dave)
• Discussed training options; staff to research and report back
• Agreed to distribute flood plain code with recommended changes for next meeting discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved using Public Safety Testing for corrections background checks until further notice, replacing the current provider due to faster turnaround. The 2023 audit found no issues in most areas but noted a deficiency in reporting for COVID-19 relief funds, which was addressed. The board also authorized signing audit representation letters.

• Approved using Public Safety Testing for corrections background checks (unanimous)
• Authorized Vice Chair to sign audit representation letters (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved regular and payroll vouchers totaling over $1.9 million, authorized a sole-source contract for Westlaw legal research, and approved Defender Data case management software for the Office of Public Defense. They also approved a consent agenda with road project resolutions and a bid opening for soil stabilizer. Discussion items included a potential outside counsel rate increase and nightly rental regulations, but no decisions were made on those topics.

• Approved regular vouchers $628,336.05 and payroll vouchers $1,303,457.08 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 1-7 (unanimous)
• Opened sole bid for soil stabilizer from GMCO, LLC at $272,214.10
• Authorized chair to sign sole source justification for Westlaw legal research (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 19-2025 declaring Westlaw as sole source dealer (unanimous)
• Approved Defender Data case management software at $30/user/month (unanimous)
• Authorized chair to sign Defender Data software license agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 20-2025 approving Defender Data as provider (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will approve minutes from January, review January 2025 financial reports, and consider Resolution #2025-02 on cash handling policy. Updates will be provided by the administrator, environmental health director, community health director, and health officer.

• Resolution #2025-02 Cash Handling Policy
• Financial Reports for January 2025
• Treasurer's Cash on Hand report
• Vouchers & Payroll report
• Administrator Year in Review update

The Okanogan County Board of Health approved Resolution #2025-02, a cash handling policy aligned with state law and auditor guidance. The board also approved the January 2025 financial reports, including vouchers and payroll totaling $169,419.60, and the minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 2:42 PM.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved January 14, 2025 board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved January 2025 financial reports, vouchers, and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #2025-02 Cash Handling Policy (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The board opened bids for liquid asphalt, with Idaho Asphalt Hauser submitting the low bid of $1,021,508.48. It approved the consent agenda (items 1-11), including special use permits, MOUs, and appointments, and approved meeting minutes. The board also approved regular vouchers totaling $1,406,611.69 and Methow Valley EMS District vouchers of $98,645.03. No other substantive decisions were made; most of the meeting consisted of updates and discussions.

• Opened liquid asphalt bids; low bid $1,021,508.48 from Idaho Asphalt Hauser
• Approved consent agenda items 1-11 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes for Jan 27-28 and Feb 3-4, 2025 (5-0)
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $1,406,611.69 (unanimous)
• Approved Methow Valley EMS District vouchers of $98,645.03 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners met on February 10, 2025, but took no formal votes or decisions. The meeting consisted of agenda review, staff briefings, and public comment. An executive session on potential litigation and a discussion on nightly rentals were rescheduled. The board adjourned at 9:51 a.m.

• No formal decisions or votes taken
• Executive session on potential litigation rescheduled
• Discussion on nightly rentals rescheduled

Fair Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed a remaining balance of $186,788.02 and discussed fairgrounds maintenance and entertainment contracts. Members approved the Queen's theme and discussed potential animal cage projects and fair book edits.

• Approved Queen's theme: 'Sow/Sew It, Grow It, Show It'
• Reported remaining funds of $186,788.02
• Proposed $1,700.00 contract for Jeff Evans for three shows on Thursday
• Estimated $459.55 cost for 15 cages for rabbit or poultry barns
• Discussed ShoWorks renewal package with a vote scheduled for the next meeting

Water Conservancy Board

The Water Conservancy Board will meet to approve prior minutes, review financials (fund balance $4,784.46), and consider a reappointment request from Mark Miller. The main actions are reviewing two pending applications from Duck Lake Water Association (OKAN-24-01 and OKAN-24-02). The agenda also includes status updates on several other applications.

• Approval of January 8, 2025 minutes
• Financial statement: Wheatland Bank fund balance $4,784.46
• Mark Miller reappointment request
• Action items: Duck Lake Water Association applications OKAN-24-01 and OKAN-24-02
• Status review of 7 pending applications including Zittel, Walter, Crown Resources, Samra Farms

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board approved the amended Reports of Examination and Recommendations for Decision (ROE/ROD) for two Duck Lake Water Association applications, with amendments to the development schedule. The board also approved the agenda, prior minutes, and an $825 invoice, and discussed the fund balance and future funding with county commissioners. Several applications were continued to a later meeting.

• Approved agenda for February 5, 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved January 8, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $825.00 invoice (unanimous)
• Approved amended ROE/ROD for Duck Lake applications OKAN.24.01 and OKAN.24.02 (unanimous)
• Continued Zittel OKAN-15-07 application
• Continued Kyle Walter (KNC Group, LLC) OKAN-19-07 application
• Continued Crown Resources OKAN-21-03 application
• Continued Samra Farms applications OKAN-21-04 and OKAN-21-05

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved a consent agenda with 12 items, including contracts and appointments, and passed resolutions for a budget amendment and declaring a state of emergency in the jail due to staffing shortages. They also discussed various departmental updates and held executive sessions on potential litigation and a site acquisition, with no decisions made in those sessions.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-12 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 14-2025 budget amendment of $10,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 15-2025 declaring state of emergency in jail due to staffing (unanimous)
• Approved vouchers totaling $281,649.33 regular and $1,478,864.32 payroll (unanimous)
• Extended Randy Theis as Office of Public Defense Director with salary discussion (no final vote recorded)
• Tabled approval of January 27-28 meeting minutes until Commissioner Hover present

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution 13-2025, a $3.2 million budget supplemental appropriation for the Emergency Communications Fund 161, which covers the radio improvement project. The board also authorized the chairman to sign a state funding application for County/Area Fairs. Discussions were held on the opioid abatement request for proposals process, with a proposed timeline and committee formation, but no formal decision was made.

• Approved Resolution 13-2025: $3.2M supplemental appropriation for Emergency Communications Fund 161 (all in favor)
• Authorized chairman to sign State Funding application for County/Area Fairs (all in favor)
• Discussed opioid abatement RFP process; no formal action taken

Dispatch Advisory Board (DAB)

The Dispatch Advisory Board approved the June 2024 meeting minutes and retained Mike Worden as chair and Wayne Walker as vice chair. Reports covered 2024 revenue meeting projections, 2025 expenses within budget, and progress on the mobile command trailer and radio system upgrades. The board discussed plans for new radio consoles, portable and mobile radio deployments, and a future dispatch center, but no formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved June 6, 2024 meeting minutes (motion by Wayne Walker, second by Jon Neal)
• Retained Mike Worden as board chair and Wayne Walker as vice chair (motion by Jon Neal, second by Misty Ruiz)
• Tabled iSpyFire data leaks discussion due to Undersheriff Yarnell's absence
• Discussed closed-channel procedures and radio discipline, with follow-up at agency meetings

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved the consent agenda (items 1-9), including agreements for a town capital improvement, a special occasion license, a support letter for a grant, a change order for the sheriff storage/coroner facility, a quote for courtroom technology, a sewer permit, an interlocal agreement for bridge inspection, and a K9 transfer. They also approved ARPA request #10 for $14,678.53 for the City of Okanogan's Elm Way water main project, an energy audit agreement with WSAC, Title III expenditure certification, and delegations of canvassing board authority. Vouchers totaling $412,074.60 were approved, along with EMS district vouchers for Tonasket ($16,208.77) and Oroville Rural ($18,453.77).

• Approved consent agenda items 1-9 (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA request #10 for $14,678.53 for City of Okanogan Elm Way water main (unanimous)
• Approved WSAC energy audit agreement (unanimous)
• Certified 2024 Title III expenditures (unanimous)
• Authorized chairman to sign 2025 Delegation of Canvassing Board Authority to Commissioners Hover and Timm (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers of $412,074.60 (unanimous)
• Approved Tonasket EMS District vouchers of $16,208.77 (unanimous)
• Approved Oroville Rural EMS District vouchers of $18,453.77 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Okanogan County Regional Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on January 27, 2025. Items include approval of minutes from October 28, 2024, public comment, and new business covering a future schedule for the Floodplain Development Program and Critical Area Ordinance, expiring terms, and policy procedures. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts.

• Discussion of Floodplain Development Program February kickoff
• Discussion of Critical Area Ordinance
• Expiring terms of commission members
• Review of policy procedures for Planning Commission meetings

The Okanogan County Planning Commission met and discussed the Floodplain Development Program, with members asked to review the code and bring recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) for public comment. They also noted three members with expiring terms (Charlayne Knapp, Verlene Hughes, Dave Schultz) and deferred a decision on meeting format to the next meeting. No formal votes or decisions were made on substantive items.

• Agenda approved
• Minutes approved
• Floodplain Development Program discussed; members to review code and bring recommendations to BOCC
• Expiring terms noted for Charlayne Knapp, Verlene Hughes, Dave Schultz
• Meeting format decision deferred to next meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The board held a regular meeting with no formal votes on substantive items. They discussed the jail HVAC project, with Commissioner Hover suggesting a new replacement unit, but no decision was made. A fee waiver request for two organizations was denied, and the Special Olympics request was deferred for further review.

• Denied fee waiver for Rocky Mountain Elks Foundation and Mule Deer Foundation
• Deferred Special Olympics fee waiver pending review of prior year action
• Entered executive session for litigation (9:37-9:57 am)
• Adjourned at 11:41 am

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved the consent agenda except for the detention center heat pump bid, which was pulled for further discussion. They also approved a letter of support for state funding for aviation units used in law enforcement and search and rescue, and designated the Okanogan County Economic Alliance as the county's Associate Development Organization for two more years. Vouchers totaling $343,152.71 (regular) and $1,264,614.56 (payroll) were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda except item #4 (Detention Center Heat Pumps bid) (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for state funding for aviation units (unanimous)
• Designated Okanogan County Economic Alliance as ADO for two years (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers $343,152.71 and payroll vouchers $1,264,614.56 (unanimous)
• Approved PDC statement (unanimous)
• Directed Clerk to draft resolution on Trial Court Improvement Fund (unanimous)
• Acknowledged receipt of 2024 taxpayer refunds (unanimous)
• Went into closed session for union negotiations, no decisions made

Board of County Commissioners

The board held a round table discussion on the OBHC service contract, hearing concerns from law enforcement about lack of response and coordination. No formal action was taken on the contract. The board approved a letter of support for the Colville Confederated Tribes' 2025-2026 Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund application.

• Approved letter of support for Colville Tribes' 2025-2026 Tribal Transportation Program Safety Fund application (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Okanogan County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on January 14, 2025, approving the consent agenda (items 1-15), meeting minutes, and multiple contracts and grants. They also opened bids for a road project and a detention center heat pump project, with decisions deferred pending review. No major policy changes were made; most actions were routine approvals.

• Approved consent agenda items 1-15 (unanimous)
• Approved meeting minutes for Jan. 6 & 7, 2025 (unanimous)
• Authorized chairman to sign RAP contract amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Methow Valley EMS District vouchers for $98,645.03 (unanimous)
• Approved regular vouchers totaling $2,008,886.24 (unanimous)
• Approved WSPC Arrest Alternatives Grant Agreement for $92,022.82 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment 5A with MJ Neal Associates for $9,600 (unanimous)
• Approved Commerce Consolidated Homeless Grant Request #6 for $33,621.21 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Okanogan County Board of Health will meet to consider Resolution #2025-01 revising the employee handbook, elect board officers, and receive administrative updates. Public comment is limited to two minutes per person.

• Resolution #2025-01 revising employee handbook
• Board elections for officers
• Approval of December 10, 2024 draft minutes
• Financial reports for December 2024 including cash on hand and vouchers

The Okanogan County Board of Health approved Resolution #2025-01, revising the employee handbook to offer a half-hour paid lunch period. The board also approved the December 2024 financial reports and vouchers, and approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #1 for the 2025-2027 contract period. Andy Hover was elected Chairman and Jon Neal Vice Chairman for 2025.

• Approved Resolution #2025-01 revising employee handbook to add paid half-hour lunch (all in favor)
• Approved December 2024 financial reports, vouchers, and payroll totaling $168,743.18 (all in favor)
• Approved Consolidated Contract Amendment #1 for 2025-2027 contract period (all in favor)
• Elected Andy Hover as Chairman and Jon Neal as Vice Chairman for 2025 (all in favor)
• Approved agenda as amended and December 10, 2024 board minutes (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The board elected Commissioner Timm as alternate to the North Central Washington Forest Health Collaborative, approved two 50% fee reduction waivers for the Okanogan Athletic Booster club and Carenet Pregnancy Centers, and approved HR Director Keitzman's request for CPR funding from Public Health. Discussions were held on animal rescue facility use, opioid abatement fund next steps, and state homeless/housing funds, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Elected Commissioner Timm as alternate to the North Central Washington Forest Health Collaborative (all in favor)
• Approved 50% fee reduction waivers for Okanogan Athletic Booster club and Carenet Pregnancy Centers (all in favor)
• Approved HR Director's request for CPR funding from Public Health (all in favor)

Water Conservancy Board

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board will consider approving the December 2024 minutes and review financial statements. Staff will provide an update on annual fee letters for 2025 at $120 each, noting non-responses from some entities. The board will review the status of several pending applications and take action on two Duck Lake Water Association applications (OKAN-24-01 and OKAN-24-02). Other business includes correspondence and DOE discussion.

• Approval of December 4, 2024 minutes
• Update on 2025 annual fee letters ($120) — non-responses from Kyle Walter, Crown Resources, Samra Farms, Zittel
• Status review of pending applications: Zittel (OKAN-15-07), Walter (OKAN-19-07), Crown Resources (OKAN-21-03), Samra Farms (OKAN-21-04/05), Duck Lake (OKAN-24-01/02)
• Action items on Duck Lake Water Association applications OKAN-24-01 (G4-29262P) and OKAN-24-02 (G4-26321C)
• Possible pre-application consultation and DOE technical assistance discussion

The Okanogan County Water Conservancy Board approved the meeting agenda, the December 4, 2024 minutes, and two invoices totaling $920.24, all unanimously. They discussed updates to Duck Lake Water Association applications, with revised reports expected February 5, 2025. Several applications were continued, and the board addressed administrative items like annual fees, bank account status, and reappointment requests.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved December 4, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved two invoices totaling $920.24 (unanimous)
• Continued Duck Lake Water Association applications OKAN.24.01 and OKAN.24.02
• Continued Zittel application OKAN-15-07
• Continued Kyle Walter (KNC Group) application OKAN-19-07
• Continued Crown Resources application OKAN-21-03
• Continued Samra Farms applications OKAN-21-04 and OKAN-21-05

Board of County Commissioners

The board discussed the Aeneas Lake Irrigation District's failure to meet the December 31, 2024 deadline to come off registered warrants, and the county agreed to extend the deadline to December 31, 2025. Treasurer Johnson stated no checks will be cut for the district until a signed warrant policy is in place. The board also approved the consent agenda (items 1-11) and Resolution 8-2025 regarding PEBB or UEBT coverage options for Public Works Administration. No other substantive decisions were made; executive sessions ended without decisions.

• Extended Aeneas Lake Irrigation District's registered warrant deadline to Dec 31, 2025
• Approved consent agenda items 1-11 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 8-2025 PEBB/UEBT coverage options for Public Works (unanimous)
• Approved December 30, 2024 meeting minutes (Timm abstained)

Board of County Commissioners

The board approved Ordinance 2025-1 removing the public health permit requirement for nightly rentals, awarded a $26,610.24 fire alarm upgrade at the Ringhoffer Building, and approved a $70,000 interlocal agreement with the Okanogan Conservation District for the Firewise program. They also authorized a $1,047 change order for the Sheriff/Coroner Storage project and approved Resolution 7-2025 granting signing authority to the Deputy Clerk. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 2025-1 removing public health permit requirement for nightly rentals (unanimous)
• Awarded fire alarm system upgrade at Ringhoffer Building to Felton Fire Service for $26,610.24 plus tax (unanimous)
• Approved $70,000 interlocal agreement with Okanogan Conservation District for Firewise program (unanimous)
• Authorized $1,047 change order for Sheriff Storage/Coroner Facility with Halme Builders (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 7-2025 granting signing authority to Deputy Clerk Stacy McClellan (unanimous)
• Reappointed Jon Neal as Chairman and Andy Hover as Vice-Chairman for 2025 (unanimous)

Fair Advisory Committee

The Okanogan County Fair Advisory Committee discussed the 2025 budget of $390,700 (down from $408,000), with a loss of about $18,000 and a current balance of $187,601. They approved ribbon purchases, advanced plans for painting buildings and installing a new electric gate, and discussed no-pets signs needing commissioner approval. The committee also considered entertainment options and a theme decision pending member input.

• 2025 budget set at $390,700, down from $408,000; balance $187,601.02; $15,000 use tax noted
• Painting buildings (rustic red/white or brown/white trim) and painting metal roof white; last painting in 1990
• New electric main gate with keypad; planned wrought iron fencing from Annex to service gate
• No pets allowed signs at three gates (10x14), requiring commissioner approval and inclusion in contracts
• Entertainment interest from Kynan Shane & band; concrete pad for stage/dance area (20x24) discussed