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The Adams County Commissioners will hold an executive session to evaluate the qualifications of an applicant for public employment. They will also conduct the bid opening for the Bridge #411-3 Sackman Road Bridge Replacement Project (CRP-201). The meeting includes routine items such as agenda approval and adjournment.

• Executive Session – evaluate qualifications of a public‑employment applicant
• Bid Opening – Bridge #411-3 Sackman Road Bridge Replacement Project (CRP-201)
• Approval of/additions to agenda

Adams County Commissioners

The meeting will approve the June 23 and June 24, 2026 preliminary minutes and vouchers. Commissioners will also vote on Resolution No. R-030-2026, which moves money from Current Expense Fund #001 to the Adams County Fair Fund #108. The board will discuss items related to Human Resources and Public Works during the morning session.

• Approve June 23 and June 24, 2026, Preliminary Minutes
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve Resolution No. R-030-2026 transferring funds from Current Expense Fund #001 to Adams County Fair Fund #108
• Board Discussion – Human Resources
• Board Discussion – Public Works

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 15, 2026. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and approval of the agenda. The only substantive discussion item listed is a board discussion with John Culton of Capitol Path Consulting. No further details are provided in the agenda.

• Board discussion item: John Culton – Capitol Path Consulting
• Approval of agenda (action item)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will meet to review payroll, vouchers, and task force bylaws. The board will also hold discussion sessions regarding Human Resources and Public Works.

• Resolution No. R-029-2026: Adopting the Adams County Homeless Housing Task Force Bylaws
• Approval of June 16-30, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Approval of Vouchers
• Discussion items for Human Resources
• Discussion items for Public Works

Adams County Commissioners

The Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 8, 2026. After routine items, they will discuss topics presented by staff from Emergency Management, Building and Planning, Central Services, and GIS. The Board may also address any additional matters added at the meeting. No specific actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of Emergency Management matters (presented by Sandi Duffey)
• Discussion of Building and Planning matters (presented by Andie Lorenz)
• Discussion of Central Services matters (presented by Alex Igbinoba)
• Discussion of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) matters (presented by Cory Stolsig)
• Board of Health meeting suspended until conclusion of Board of Health meeting

Adams County Board of Health

The Adams County Board of Health will convene in Ritzville to approve minutes, discuss board updates, and address other business items. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session.

• Approval of June 10, 2026 Board of Health minutes
• Public comment period
• Board discussion and decision items
• Executive session
• Public Works Conference Room, 210 W Alder, Ritzville, WA 99344

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review routine administrative items and hold discussions regarding Human Resources and Public Works. The session includes a bid opening for a specific infrastructure project and a closed session regarding collective bargaining or professional negotiations.

• Bid Opening: High Volume Corridors Intersections Project (CRP-204)
• Appointment of Keith Russell to Adams County Weed District #1
• Approval of June 1-15, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Closed session per RCW 42.30.140(4)(b) regarding negotiations or grievances

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The Adams County Commissioners will meet to conduct a board workshop. The morning session features a presentation from Andie Lorenz regarding the Adams County Homeless Housing Task Force.

• Board Workshop with Andie Lorenz regarding the Adams County Homeless Housing Task Force

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will meet to discuss items regarding Public Works and the Port of Othello. The session includes a public hearing concerning a 2026 budget amendment and two executive sessions to review employee performance or applicant qualifications.

• Public Hearing: 2026 Budget Amendment
• Discussion: Port of Othello
• Discussion: Public Works
• Executive Session: Employee performance or applicant qualifications (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g))

Adams County Commissioners

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no scheduled appointments or specific discussion items listed for the morning session.

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on June 16, 2026. They will approve the consent agenda, which includes approving vouchers. The board will discuss human resources, public works, and the Emergency Management Contract #E26-295. No public hearings or timed items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approve vouchers (consent agenda)
• Human Resources discussion
• Public Works discussion
• Emergency Management Contract #E26-295 review
• No public hearings scheduled

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will meet to discuss integrated health care services and hold a bid opening for a road project. The session includes workshops regarding courthouse security and a meeting with Sheriff Wagner and Commander Watkins.

• Bid Opening: Herman Road Safety Project - CRP-203
• Discussion on Integrated Health Care Services
• Workshop with Sheriff Wagner and Commander Watkins
• Workshop with Carolyn Benzel regarding Courthouse Security Grant

Adams County Board of Health

The Adams County Board of Health will meet to approve past minutes, discuss board updates, and elect a new chairman and vice-chairman for a one-year term.

• Approval of April 8 and May 13, 2026 BOH minutes
• Elect BOH Chairman for 7/1/26 - 7/1/27 term
• Elect BOH Vice-Chairman for 7/1/26 - 7/1/27 term
• Public Works Conference Room, 210 W Alder, Ritzville, WA 99344

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including preliminary minutes and payroll benefits. They will discuss human resources and public works matters. The board will consider Resolution No. R-024-2026 to declare certain county property surplus and sell it to a government agency, a lease agreement with SkillSource, and an interagency agreement with Washington State University Extension.

• Approve May 19‑20, 2026 Preliminary Minutes (consent agenda)
• Approve May 16‑31, 2026 Payroll and Benefits (consent agenda)
• Resolution No. R-024-2026 to declare certain county property as surplus and sell to a government agency
• Lease Agreement between SkillSource and Adams County
• Interagency Agreement between Washington State University Extension and Adams County

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will meet for a regular session featuring a board workshop. Department heads from Building and Planning, Central Services, GIS, and Emergency Management are scheduled to present.

• Board Workshop session with Andie Lorenz (Building and Planning)
• Board Workshop session with Alex Igbinoba (Central Services)
• Board Workshop session with Cory Stolsig (Geographic Information Systems)
• Board Workshop session with Sandi Duffey (Emergency Management)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will approve the meeting agenda and a routine consent agenda. They will then discuss items under Human Resources and Public Works. No specific contracts, rezoning, or ordinance items are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of agenda (action item)
• Approval of consent agenda (routine items)
• Board discussion – Human Resources
• Board discussion – Public Works

Adams County Commissioners

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no scheduled appointments or specific discussion items listed for the morning session.

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve preliminary minutes, payroll, vouchers, and a resolution transferring funds. The board will also discuss items with the Port of Othello and Public Works, and consider an interlocal agreement with Ferry County for inmate housing.

• Approve preliminary minutes for May 12 and 13, 2026
• Approve payroll and benefits for May 1-15, 2026
• Approve Resolution No. R-022-2026 transferring funds to Courthouse O&M Fund #501
• Discuss Interlocal Agreement with Ferry County for Inmate Housing
• Review items with the Port of Othello and Public Works

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will conduct morning and afternoon board workshops. Topics include the Finance Committee, a presentation by John Culton of Capitol Path Consulting, a funding request for the Port of Othello, and a discussion of Adams County Dispatch Services after its meeting was moved to the Public Works Conference Room.

• Finance Committee workshop
• John Culton – Capitol Path Consulting presentation
• Port of Othello funding request
• Adams County Dispatch Services meeting relocation

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will review routine items in the consent agenda, including approval of recent preliminary minutes and vouchers. In the morning session they will discuss a lease agreement with SkillSource, an interagency agreement with Washington State University Extension, a request to transfer E911 funds, and Ordinance No. O-02-2026. Public comment and other business will also be addressed.

• Lease Agreement between SkillSource and Adams County
• Interagency Agreement between WSU Extension and Adams County
• E911 Fund Transfer Request
• Ordinance No. O-02-2026
• Approval of Vouchers (Consent Agenda)

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The Board of Commissioners will conduct workshops featuring updates from county departments and the Adams County Development Council. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Department updates from Central Services, GIS, Emergency Management, and Building and Planning
• Workshop session with Kyle Niehenke of the Adams County Development Council

The board approved the agenda addition of Resolution R-019-2026 and unanimously adopted the modified job description for the Clerk of the Board. It authorized a $200,000 purchase of replacement hardware to restore disaster‑recovery capability after smoke damage at the Othello tower. The board also approved a three‑year, $4,000 annual subscription with ReGroup Mass Notification. No action was taken on the proposed gun‑club and battery‑energy‑storage system code amendments.

• Approved agenda addition of Resolution R-019-2026 (motion carried)
• Adopted modified job description for Clerk of the Board (unanimous)
• Authorized $200,000 hardware purchase for Central Services (unanimous)
• Authorized $4,000 annual ReGroup Mass Notification subscription (unanimous)
• No action taken on ACC 17.69.340 – Gun Clubs and Shooting Ranges amendment
• No action taken on New Chapter 17.73 – Battery Energy Storage Systems amendment
• Executive session held; no action anticipated

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will convene in Ritzville to review and approve preliminary minutes, vouchers, and inventory disposal requests. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session to evaluate public employee performance.

• Review/Approval of Consent Agenda
• Approve April 21 and 22, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve Auditor Request to Dispose of Inventory Items
• Executive Session to review employee performance

The commissioners approved the contract and bond for the Gottlieb Hille Bridge #197‑1 project, totaling $781,953.50. They also approved the agenda, consent agenda, April preliminary minutes, vouchers totaling $622,133.54, and disposal of listed inventory items. Proclamations recognizing Building Safety Month and Correctional Officers Week were authorized.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved April 21‑22, 2026 preliminary minutes
• Approved vouchers totaling $622,133.54
• Approved disposal of listed inventory items
• Authorized proclamation for May 2026 Building Safety Month
• Authorized proclamation for Correctional Officers Week (May 3‑9, 2026)
• Approved $781,953.50 bridge contract and bond with Gonzalez Underground (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will meet for a regular session including a morning board workshop. The workshop features Sheriff Wagner and Jail Commander Watkins.

• Board Workshop with Sheriff Wagner and Jail Commander Watkins

The board approved the meeting agenda as presented. Commissioners voted to let Chairman Blankenship sign the Washington State Office of Public Defense 2027 RCW 10.101 grant application. The motion passed unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 10:49 a.m.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Authorized Chairman to sign public defense grant application (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution to move money from Expense Fund #001 to Fair Fund #108. They will also review routine items such as preliminary minutes, payroll, and vouchers, and discuss topics labeled Port of Othello and Public Works. The meeting includes standard public comment, correspondence, and an executive session.

• Resolution No. R-018-2026: Transfer funds from Current Expense Fund #001 to Adams County Fair Fund #108
• Approve April 14‑15, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve April 1‑15, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Approve Vouchers
• Board Discussion/Decision Items – Port of Othello and Public Works

The board approved the April payroll of $661,406.08 and benefits of $102,649.22, and certified $512,757.38 in vouchers. They authorized a $22,739.40 contract with Apollo Mechanical to replace the HVAC unit in the Central Services IT room. Additional actions included a $20,000 fund transfer to the Fair Fund, a farm‑lease bid notice, and two supplemental agreements for the Gottlieb‑Hille Bridge project.

• Approved April payroll ($661,406.08) and benefits ($102,649.22)
• Certified vouchers totaling $512,757.38
• Approved $22,739.40 HVAC replacement contract with Apollo Mechanical (motion carried)
• Approved $20,000 transfer from Expense Fund #001 to Fair Fund #108
• Approved Resolution R-017-2026 to solicit bids for a four‑crop‑year farm lease (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Consultant Supplemental Agreement #1 for Gottlieb‑Hille Bridge, adding $18,555.72 (unanimous)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Local Agency Supplemental Agreement #2 for Gottlieb‑Hille Bridge (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will approve any additions or changes to the agenda. They will hold a morning board workshop featuring John Culton of Capitol Path Consulting. The meeting also includes standard items such as a call to order, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.

• Approval of agenda additions (action item)
• Board Workshop – Morning Session with John Culton (Capitol Path Consulting)
• Call to Order
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Adjournment

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda as presented. They unanimously approved Resolution R-016-2026, which declares an emergency and waives competitive bidding requirements to procure replacement equipment and repairs for the radio communication shelter at 2069 W. Hwy. 26 in Othello. An executive session was held later, during which no action was taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution R-016-2026 waiving competitive bidding for emergency repairs at 2069 W. Hwy. 26, Othello (unanimous)
• Executive session held, no action taken

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss human resources and public works. They are scheduled to consider a resolution for 2026 tax levy and population certifications and an ordinance amending multiple chapters of Title 14 and Title 15.

• Resolution No. R-015-2026: Tax Levies Certification for 2026 and County Population Certification
• Ordinance No. O-01-2026: Amendments to Title 15 (Chapters 15.04.010, 15.06.015; new Chapters 15.20 and 15.30) and Title 14 (Sections 14.30.020, 14.30.70, 14.60.10, 14.80.050)
• Request to dispose of County Clerk inventory items #1768, #1791, and #1755

The Board approved the award of the Gottlieb Hille Bridge #197-1 project to Gonzalez Underground, LLC for $781,953.50, authorizing the Chairman to sign the Concurrence to Award. The Board also approved a letter to WSDOT requesting a Federal Functional Classification change for Cunningham Road, and adopted Resolution R-015-2026 and Ordinance O-01-2026. Additional items included inventory disposal and re‑advertising a farm lease.

• Approved award of Gottlieb Hille Bridge project to Gonzalez Underground, LLC for $781,953.50 (unanimous)
• Approved Chairman’s signature on letter to WSDOT for Cunningham Road FCC change (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of inventory items #1768, #1791, #1755 (unanimous)
• Authorized re‑advertising of Adams County farm lease (consensus)
• Approved Resolution No. R-015-2026 certifying 2026 tax levies and 2025 population (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance No. O-01-2026 amending building and fire code chapters (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to conduct business and a morning workshop. The primary scheduled action is a bid opening for a bridge project.

• Bid opening for Gottlieb Hille Bridge #197-1 (CRP-202)

The commissioners approved a proclamation declaring April 13‑17, 2026 as National Public Safety Telecommunicators’ Week in Adams County. The motion was moved by Chairman Blankenship, seconded by Commissioner Garza, and carried. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Proclamation for National Public Safety Telecommunicators’ Week approved (motion carried)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will vote on routine consent‑agenda items, specifically the March 24‑25, 2026 preliminary minutes and the March 16‑31, 2026 payroll and benefits. They will also discuss human‑resources and public‑works matters during the morning session. The meeting includes public comment, correspondence, board updates, an executive session, and concludes with adjournment.

• Approve March 24‑25, 2026 Preliminary Minutes (consent agenda)
• Approve March 16‑31, 2026 Payroll and Benefits (consent agenda)
• Board Discussion/Decision Item – Human Resources
• Board Discussion/Decision Item – Public Works
• Timed Items – 1:30 p.m. – None

The commissioners approved the agenda, consent agenda, March meeting minutes, March payroll and benefits, and audited vouchers totaling $811,826.44. They also gave consensus authorization for the public works department to purchase sheriff vehicles, pool cars, and pickups. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved March 24‑25, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved March 16‑31, 2026 payroll of $583,394.56 and benefits of $301,159.53 (motion carried)
• Approved audited vouchers totaling $811,826.44 (motion carried)
• Authorized purchase of 4 sheriff vehicles ($243,488.81), 2 pool cars ($68,421.48) and 4 pickups ($247,264.48) (consensus authorization)
• No action taken on boiler‑chiller control upgrade or IT server room AC quotes (pending further research)
• No other business or actions taken

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board will discuss Integrated Health Care Services during the morning session. A Board of Health meeting will be held, suspending the commissioners' meeting until it concludes. The afternoon session includes departmental updates on GIS, Emergency Management, Building and Planning, and Central Services. Two executive sessions will evaluate public employee qualifications.

• Integrated Health Care Services discussion
• Board of Health meeting (commissioners' meeting suspended)
• GIS department update (Cory Stolsig)
• Emergency Management update (Sandi Duffey)
• Building and Planning update (Andie Lorenz)

The board unanimously approved a $400,000 transfer from the Distressed Counties/Economic Development Fund to the Broadband Project Fund. They also unanimously authorized an amendment to the ABCD Dental contract adding $63,800 for a total award of $154,100, and an amendment to the Emergency Housing agreement adding $29,179 for a total award of $56,472. The agenda was approved as presented. No other actions were taken.

• Approved $400,000 fund transfer to Broadband Project Fund (unanimous)
• Approved ABCD Dental contract amendment adding $63,800 (total $154,100) (unanimous)
• Approved Emergency Housing fund amendment adding $29,179 (total $56,472) (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)

Adams County Board of Health

The Adams County Board of Health will consider adding or deleting agenda items and approve the meeting minutes. It will receive a health officer update and board updates, then move to a morning session of discussion and decision items. Additional business and an executive session will follow.

• Approval of agenda additions or deletions
• Approval of meeting minutes
• Health Officer update
• Board updates
• Morning session discussion/decision items

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will consider routine consent agenda items, including approval of the March 1‑15 payroll and benefits, the March 17‑18 preliminary minutes, and vouchers. They will also discuss human resources, public works, and a state auditor exit conference. An executive session will be held to address legal matters related to enforcement actions or potential litigation.

• Approve March 17‑18 preliminary minutes (consent agenda)
• Approve March 1‑15 payroll and benefits (consent agenda)
• Approve vouchers (consent agenda)
• Board discussion on human resources, public works, and state auditor exit conference
• Executive session to discuss legal matters under RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda, payroll, and vouchers. They awarded the official county newspaper contract to the Ritzville Adams County Journal. They also authorized the chairman to sign the local agency agreement for the High‑Volume Corridors Intersection Project and to sign a USDA grant application for the jail improvement project.

• Approved agenda and consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved March payroll $549,332.07 and benefits $87,061.33
• Approved vouchers totaling $228,036.07
• Awarded Official County Newspaper contract to Ritzville Adams County Journal (bid $10.50 per column inch, plus fees)
• Authorized chairman to sign Local Agency Agreement and updated Federal Aid Project Prospectus for High‑Volume Corridors Intersection Project (CRP‑204) – unanimous
• Authorized chairman to sign USDA Rural Development grant application for Jail Facility Improvement Project – unanimous

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will consider approving any additions to the meeting agenda. They will also conduct Board of Equalization hearings beginning at 10:00 a.m. No other substantive matters are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of agenda additions (action item)
• Board of Equalization hearings (starting at 10:00 a.m.)
• Call to Order
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Adjournment

The board approved the meeting agenda as presented. Commissioners authorized the Chairman to sign the Local Agency Agreement, Supplement #2, and the Updated Federal Aid Project Prospectus for the Herman Road Safety Project (CRP-203). Both actions were approved without opposition. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Authorized Chairman to sign agreements for Herman Road Safety Project (unanimous approval)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will meet to discuss items regarding the Port of Othello and Public Works. The board will also consider the appointment of Devon Michel to the Planning Commission. A bid opening for the 2026-2030 Farm Lease is scheduled for the afternoon session.

• Bid Opening: 2026-2030 Farm Lease
• Appointment of Devon Michel to the Adams County Planning Commission
• Discussion on Port of Othello
• Discussion on Public Works

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, and preliminary minutes. They authorized payment vouchers totaling $394,020.72 and appointed Devon Michel to the Planning Commission for a four‑year term. The board also authorized the chairman to e‑sign the 2025 County Road Fund certification and unanimously approved a new public works employees union agreement effective 2026‑2028.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved March 10‑11 preliminary minutes (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers totaling $394,020.72 (motion carried)
• Appointed Devon Michel to Planning Commission (four‑year term, effective Apr 1 2026)
• Authorized chairman to e‑sign April Engineer Certification for 2025 County Road Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works Employees Union agreement (Jan 1 2026‑Dec 31 2028, unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is holding a workshop session. The agenda includes a discussion regarding an Emergency Management Performance Grant.

• Emergency Management Performance Grant #E26-197 presented by Sandi Duffey

Adams County Commissioners

The Commissioners will first approve the consent agenda, which includes vouchers and the appointment of Kurt Braunwart to the Adams County Mosquito Board. They will also review and approve the preliminary minutes from March 3 and 4, 2026. Afterward, the board will discuss items in Human Resources, Public Works, and Corrections before moving to other business and an executive session.

• Approve March 3 and 4, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve Appointment of Kurt Braunwart to the Adams County Mosquito Board
• Board Discussion/Decision Item – Human Resources
• Board Discussion/Decision Item – Public Works

The board approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda. They adopted the preliminary minutes from March 3‑4, 2026 and certified vouchers totaling $244,261.30. The commissioners also approved the appointment of Kurt Braunwart to the Adams County Mosquito Control Board for a two‑year term beginning April 1, 2026. No other actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved March 3‑4, 2026 preliminary minutes (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers totaling $244,261.30 (motion carried)
• Approved appointment of Kurt Braunwart to Mosquito Control Board for two‑year term (motion carried)

Adams County Board of Health

The Adams County Board of Health will hold its regular meeting on March 11, 2026. The agenda includes a health officer update, board updates, and a morning session for discussion and decision items. No specific items are detailed in the agenda.

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting including a session for the Board of Health. The board will discuss integrated health care services and a quote for Legacy Power Systems regarding E911.

• Integrated Health Care Services discussion
• Legacy Power Systems quote for E911 Coordinator Melissa Shepherd
• Board of Health Meeting

The commissioners approved the agenda as presented. They unanimously authorized a $24,792 funding increase for the Integrated Health Care Services 2025‑2027 contract, bringing the total award to $3,000,778. They also approved the purchase of four Optima batteries for the E911 system at a cost of $2,525 plus tax, and authorized a $9,974.84 Motorola contract for ArcGIS Pro migration. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Authorized $24,792 funding increase for Integrated Health Care Services contract, total $3,000,778 (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of four Optima batteries for E911, $2,525 plus tax, funded 50% from Fund #103 and 50% from Fund #103A (unanimous)
• Authorized Motorola Quote 3500419 for ArcGIS Pro migration, $9,974.84 excluding tax, funded from Fund #103A (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will approve items on the consent agenda, including preliminary minutes, payroll and benefits, vouchers, and disposal of an inventory printer. They will discuss public works and the Adams County Comprehensive Plan 2027‑2047 Public Participation Plan. A public hearing will be held on Ordinance No. O-01-2026, which amends and adds chapters and sections of Titles 14 and 15. The meeting will also include other business, an executive session, and adjournment.

• Approve February 24 and 25, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve February 16‑28, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve County Clerk request to dispose of Inventory Item #12160 (MS 6000 MK II Printer/Reader)
• Public Hearing: Ordinance No. O-01-2026 amending chapters and sections of Titles 14 and 15

The board authorized the chairman to e‑sign a grant agreement for an $882,000 sheriff’s evidence processing facility. They also adopted Resolution R‑012‑2026 to start the 2027 comprehensive plan update and approve a public participation plan. Additional actions included approving payroll and benefits, approving vouchers totaling $139,000.45, disposing of a non‑working printer, awarding a HVAC replacement contract to Basin Refrigeration and Heating, and authorizing the Danekas Road Overlay #4 project agreement.

• Approved payroll $550,419.59 and benefits $288,132.08
• Approved vouchers totaling $139,000.45
• Approved disposal of inventory item #12160 (non‑working printer)
• Awarded HVAC unit replacement to Basin Refrigeration and Heating (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of Local Agency Agreement for Danekas Road Overlay #4 (unanimous)
• Authorized e‑signing of $882,000 grant for sheriff’s evidence processing facility (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution R‑012‑2026 to initiate comprehensive plan update and adopt public participation plan (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will conduct a workshop featuring updates from various county departments. No specific ordinances or contracts are listed for decision.

• Emergency Management update from Sandi Duffey
• Building and Planning update from Andie Lorenz
• Central Services update from Alex Igbinoba
• Geographic Information Systems (GIS) update from Cory Stolsig

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda. They unanimously authorized the Chairman to sign Cybersecurity Grant Program Agreement No. E26-153 for $38,117. The board also unanimously certified the 2025 fixed‑asset and departmental inventory and gave consensus authorization for the Treasurer to purchase software from BTH Holding Group.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Authorized signing of Cybersecurity Grant Agreement No. E26-153 for $38,117 (unanimous)
• Certified 2025 Fixed Asset and Departmental Inventory (unanimous)
• Authorized Treasurer Meise to purchase software from BTH Holding Group (consensus)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board will vote to approve the February 17‑18 preliminary minutes, the February 1‑15 payroll and benefits, and pending vouchers. They will also adopt Resolution No. R-011-2026 to move funds from Current Expense Fund #001 to Courthouse O&M Fund #501. After the consent agenda, the board will discuss Human Resources and Public Works matters.

• Approve February 17‑18, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve February 1‑15, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve Resolution No. R-011-2026 transferring funds from Current Expense Fund #001 to Courthouse O&M Fund #501
• Board discussion on Human Resources and Public Works

The commissioners approved the February payroll of $540,941.61 and benefits of $85,743.68, and certified $195,804.58 in vouchers. They adopted Resolution R-011-2026, moving $150,000 from Current Expense Fund #001 to the Courthouse O&M Fund #501. The board also authorized the chairman to sign the Local Agency Agreement and Federal Aid Project Prospectus for the Gottlieb‑Hille Bridge #197‑1 project.

• Approved February payroll $540,941.61 and benefits $85,743.68
• Certified vouchers totaling $195,804.58
• Approved Resolution R-011-2026 to transfer $150,000 from Fund #001 to Courthouse O&M Fund #501
• Authorized chairman to sign Local Agency Agreement for Gottlieb‑Hille Bridge #197‑1
• Authorized signing of Federal Aid Project Prospectus for Gottlieb‑Hille Bridge #197‑1 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved consent agenda as presented
• Approved February 17‑18 preliminary minutes

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will consider approving any additions to the agenda. A board workshop will feature Mayor Scott Yaeger discussing dispatch services for the City of Ritzville. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, pledge of allegiance, and adjournment.

• Approval of agenda additions (action item)
• Board workshop – Mayor Scott Yaeger on City of Ritzville dispatch services
• Call to Order
• Pledge of Allegiance
• Adjournment

The board approved the meeting agenda as presented. Commissioners unanimously authorized salary designations for three Integrated Health Care Services positions: Philip Lohman, Araceli Flores, and Yolanda Reyes. No vote counts were recorded beyond the unanimous approvals.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Authorized salary Range EE6, Step 4 for Philip Lohman, effective March 2, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized salary Range 13, Step 4 for Araceli Flores, effective March 9, 2026 (unanimous)
• Authorized salary Range 3, Step 5 for Yolanda Reyes, retroactive to November 16, 2025 (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review routine vouchers and the official county newspaper designation. The session includes discussions regarding the Port of Othello, Public Works, and the County Clerk. The board will also consider a request for letters of support for Othello Community Hospital.

• Designation of Ritzville Adams County Journal as official county newspaper from July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027
• Othello Community Hospital request for letters of support
• Port of Othello discussion
• Public Works discussion
• Approval of vouchers

The Board authorized the Chairman to sign a corrected Interlocal Agreement for jail booking services with Lincoln County, setting a daily inmate confinement rate of $130 from Feb. 18 2026 through Dec. 31 2028. The motion passed unanimously. Additional actions included designating the Ritzville Adams County Journal as the official newspaper, approving a $240,742.27 voucher batch, and authorizing a scanner purchase up to $8,000.

• Approved Interlocal Agreement for jail booking services with Lincoln County (unanimous)
• Designated Ritzville Adams County Journal as official county newspaper (approved)
• Approved vouchers totaling $240,742.27 (approved)
• Authorized purchase of ScanPro 2500 scanner up to $8,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized e‑signing of 2026 Road Fund Levy Certification (unanimous)
• Provided letters of support for Othello Community Hospital expansion (consensus)
• Issued non‑objection letter to Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board for Chamber banquet (consensus)
• Approved agenda addition to discuss former Weed District #51 (approved)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on February 18, 2026. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order and pledge of allegiance, and a discussion on dispatch services with Mayor Ken Johnson of Othello. No specific contracts, ordinances, or other decisions are listed.

• Discussion of dispatch services with Mayor Ken Johnson (City of Othello)

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda as presented. All parties agreed to extend the City of Othello dispatch agreement termination date by 90 days beyond February 28, 2026. The board unanimously authorized an interlocal agreement with Lincoln County to house inmates at a daily rate of $130 from February 18, 2026 through December 31, 2028.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Extended Othello dispatch agreement termination date by 90 days (consensus)
• Authorized interlocal jail booking agreement with Lincoln County, $130 daily rate, Feb 18 2026–Dec 31 2028 (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including preliminary minutes and vouchers. They will discuss human resources, public works, the City of Othello/Tyler Technologies jury program, and Solid Waste Advisory Committee appointments. The meeting also includes bid openings for liquid asphalt suppliers and bulk asphalt suppliers.

• Approve February 3 and 4, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve Vouchers
• Discussion of City of Othello/Tyler Technologies Jury Program
• Bid Opening: Liquid Asphalt Suppliers
• Bid Opening: Bulk Asphalt Suppliers

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, and preliminary minutes. They certified vouchers totaling $365,685.61. The board authorized a solid‑waste haul contract with Scott Transport, LLC and transferred $98,842 from Fund #103A to the E‑911 Fund #103. They also approved a prosecution services contract with Rio Foltz, PLLC at $12,000 per month.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved February 3‑4 preliminary minutes (motion carried)
• Certified vouchers totaling $365,685.61 (motion carried)
• Authorized solid‑waste contracted haul with Scott Transport, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $98,842 from Fund #103A to E‑911 Fund #103 (unanimous)
• Authorized prosecution services contract with Rio Foltz, PLLC at $12,000/month (Board concurred)
• No action taken on City of Othello joining jury management program (pending)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold a morning session to discuss Integrated Health Care Services. A Board of Health meeting will take place, causing the Commissioners' meeting to be suspended until it concludes. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of the agenda and other business.

• Discussion of Integrated Health Care Services
• Board of Health meeting causing temporary suspension of Commissioners' meeting

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda as presented. They authorized the Chairman to sign Agreement 26ASO2980, providing $418,869 for integrated behavioral health services. They also authorized the Chairman to sign Agreement 26ASO3006, providing $540,600 for integrated behavioral health services. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Authorized signing Agreement 26ASO2980 for $418,869 (unanimous)
• Authorized signing Agreement 26ASO3006 for $540,600 (unanimous)

Adams County Board of Health

The Adams County Board of Health will hold a regular meeting to review health officer and board updates. The agenda consists of procedural items and general discussion.

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to review routine payroll and fund transfers. The session includes a bid opening for the transportation haul of solid waste refuse and a discussion on Public Works.

• Bid Opening: Transportation Haul of Solid Waste Refuse
• Resolution No. R-007-2026: Transferring funds from Current Expense Fund #001 to Emergency Services Fund #106
• Approval of January 16-31, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Public Works discussion

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda, payroll, and vouchers. They transferred $90,000 to the Emergency Services Fund, cancelled uncollectable personal property taxes, and authorized an $882,000 contract for the sheriff’s evidence processing facility. They also approved a solid‑waste transport contract with Scott Transport LLC and set a bid opening for a four‑year farm lease.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda with vouchers (motion carried)
• Approved payroll $573,597.49 and benefits $292,672.30 (motion carried)
• Approved transfer of $90,000 from Current Expense Fund #001 to Emergency Services Fund #106 (unanimous)
• Approved cancellation of uncollectable personal property taxes (unanimous)
• Authorized $882,000 contract for Sheriff’s Evidence Processing Facility (unanimous)
• Authorized contract with Scott Transport LLC for solid waste haul (unanimous)
• Approved farm lease bid notice and set bid opening for March 24, 2026 (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will approve or add items to the agenda and receive updates from the Building and Planning, Central Services, GIS, and Emergency Management departments. No specific policy decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda after a motion and second. They gave consensus authorization to buy a replacement dryer for the Ritzville jail at a cost of about $2,000. No action was taken on the proposed alternate work schedule for the Building and Planning department. All other items were informational updates.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Authorized purchase of jail dryer (~$2,000) (consensus)
• No action on alternate work schedule for Building & Planning

Adams County Commissioners

The commissioners will approve items on the consent agenda, including preliminary minutes and vouchers. They will then discuss board items in the morning session covering Human Resources, Public Works, and a request from the Othello Fair Board for a new office. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve January 20 and 21, 2026 Preliminary Minutes (consent agenda)
• Approve Vouchers (consent agenda)
• Human Resources discussion (board discussion/decision item)
• Public Works discussion (board discussion/decision item)
• Othello Fair Board new office request (board discussion/decision item)

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda and consent agenda, and adopted the preliminary minutes for Jan. 20‑21, 2026. They approved vouchers totaling $459,030.35. The board concurred with the recommendation to request a new Othello Fair Board office at the county fairgrounds. Commissioners Blankenship and Weise were assigned to the canvassing board for the Feb. 10 special election.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved Jan. 20‑21, 2026 preliminary minutes (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers totaling $459,030.35 (motion carried)
• Concurred with recommendation to request new Othello Fair Board office at fairgrounds
• Commissioner Blankenship assigned to canvassing board on Feb. 17 and Feb. 20, 2026
• Commissioner Weise assigned to canvassing board on Feb. 19, 2026

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on January 28, 2026. The agenda includes discussion items: a presentation by Anthony Dailey of the Othello Fair Board and an update on the T2 server. No formal decisions are listed beyond the routine approval of agenda additions.

• Approval of/or Additions to Agenda – action item
• Discussion with Anthony Dailey – Othello Fair Board
• T2/Server Update

The board approved the meeting agenda after a motion was moved and seconded. The Othello Fair Board's proposed fair office building was deferred for further information and placed on the February 2 agenda. The T2 software used by the assessor and treasurer offices was reviewed, and county postage costs were discussed with a plan to bill offices based on averages.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Postponed Othello Fair Board building discussion to Feb 2 agenda

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board will approve routine consent agenda items, including preliminary meeting minutes, payroll and benefits, and a library board member appointment. After the consent agenda, the board will discuss matters related to the Port of Othello and Public Works. No other decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Approve January 13‑14, 2026 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve January 1‑15, 2026 Payroll and Benefits
• Approve Confirmation of Adams County Library District #1 (Othello) Board Member Janet Olson
• Discussion item: Port of Othello
• Discussion item: Public Works

The board unanimously approved Resolution R‑006‑2026 to fund the Danekas Road Overlay #4 project at an estimated cost of $1,975,000. They also approved the lease of three John Deere Model 770P graders, and adopted notices for liquid and bulk asphalt supplier bids with a February 17, 2026 opening. Payroll for Jan. 1‑15 was approved for $560,488.48 in wages and $88,755.51 in benefits, and vouchers totaling $1,471,008.62 were certified.

• Approved Danekas Road Overlay #4 Project (R‑006‑2026) – $1,975,000 (unanimous)
• Authorized lease of three John Deere 2026 Model 770P graders (84‑month term) (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑004‑2026 – Notice to liquid asphalt contractors; bid opening Feb 17, 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution R‑005‑2026 – Notice to bulk asphalt contractors; bid opening Feb 17, 2026 (unanimous)
• Approved Jan 1‑15, 2026 payroll – $560,488.48 wages, $88,755.51 benefits
• Approved vouchers totaling $1,471,008.62 across multiple fund codes
• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda with voucher approval (motion carried)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on January 21, 2026. After routine items, the board will discuss matters involving Court Judge Palubicki and Juvenile Administrator Olascon. No other specific decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion of Court Judge Palubicki and Juvenile Administrator Olascon
• Approval of agenda additions

The commissioners approved the agenda as presented. The board concurred with entering into a contract with Attorney Anna Franz as a special deputy prosecutor for the Health Department. No action was taken on the Juvenile Department JDAI grant pending further consideration. Executive and closed sessions were held with no actions taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Concurred to contract with Attorney Anna Franz as special deputy prosecutor for health department matters
• No action taken on Juvenile Department JDAI grant pending further consideration

Adams County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine vouchers and preliminary minutes. They are deciding on a fund transfer for courthouse operations and the confirmation of several library district board members.

• Resolution No. R-003-2026 to transfer funds from Current Expense Fund #001 to Courthouse O&M Fund #501
• Confirmation of Terry Rice to Adams County Library District #1 (Othello) Board
• Confirmation of Nathaneil Christman, Hollie Banner, Maria Greenwalt, Morgane Plager-Roth, and Amy Wellsandt to Adams County Library District #2 (Ritzville) Board

The board approved the agenda, consent agenda, and preliminary minutes. They authorized $407,733.60 in vouchers and adopted Resolution R-003-2026 to move $150,000 from Expense Fund #001 to the Courthouse O&M Fund #501. The commissioners also confirmed library district appointments and unanimously authorized the Chairman to sign Amendment #1 extending the Interlocal Agreement with Perichor Broadband to December 31, 2026.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved preliminary minutes of Jan. 6‑7, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers totaling $407,733.60 (motion carried)
• Approved $150,000 transfer from Fund #001 to Courthouse O&M Fund #501 (Resolution R-003-2026)
• Confirmed library appointments for Ritzville and Othello districts (motion carried)
• Authorized Chairman to sign Amendment #1 to Interlocal Agreement with Perichor Broadband, extending expiration to Dec. 31, 2026 (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Garza to serve on canvassing board for Feb. 10, 2026 special election (motion carried)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will hold their regular meeting on January 14, 2026. The agenda includes approval of any additions, a suspension of the Board of Health meeting, and a discussion of Integrated Health Care Services. No other specific actions are listed.

• Approval of agenda additions
• Suspension of Board of Health meeting
• Discussion of Integrated Health Care Services

The commissioners approved the meeting agenda. They authorized the chairman to sign the 2025‑2027 Integrated Health Care Services contract amendment, adding $6,047 for a total award of $2,975,986. They also authorized the chairman to sign a two‑year data‑sharing agreement with the State Health Department. An executive session was held later, but no action resulted.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Authorized signing of Integrated Health Care Services contract amendment, adding $6,047 for a total of $2,975,986 (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of Data Sharing Agreement for RHINO data systems, effective two years (unanimous)

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve the December 16‑31, 2025 payroll and benefits, vouchers, and the public comment policy as part of the consent agenda. They will also discuss items from Human Resources and Public Works during the board discussion session. Additional items include a Board of Equalization update and an executive session.

• Approve December 16‑31, 2025 Payroll and Benefits
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve Public Comment Policy
• Board Discussion – Human Resources
• Board Discussion – Public Works

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Commissioners will formally approve the meeting agenda and then receive updates from the Central Services, GIS, Emergency Management, and Building and Planning departments. No policy decisions, rezoning actions, contracts, or ordinance votes are listed on the agenda. The meeting is primarily procedural and informational.

Adams County Commissioners

The Adams County Board of Commissioners will vote to approve the consent agenda, which contains approvals for several December 2025 preliminary meeting minutes, the county payroll and benefits for Dec. 1‑16, 2025, various vouchers, and a memorandum of understanding with AHBL, Inc. for professional services. After the consent agenda, the board will discuss human resources and public works items in the morning session. An executive session for collective‑bargaining matters will follow the public portion of the meeting.

• Approve December 2‑3, 2025 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve December 9‑10, 2025 Preliminary Minutes
• Approve December 1‑16, 2025 Payroll and Benefits
• Approve Vouchers
• Approve MOU and Agreement for Professional Services between AHBL, Inc. and Adams County