Cowlitz County, WA

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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances

Total revenue$163.9M (FY2023)

Total spending$152.7M (FY2023)

Taxes$68.6M (FY2023)

Debt outstanding$125.6M (FY2023)

Spending per resident$1,370 (FY2023)

🗳️ Election results (9 races)

Local election returns — winner marked ✓.

County Commissioner District 2 2024-11-05

Steve Ferrell ✓ 34,373 · Amy Norquist 22,372 · WRITE-IN 76

County Commissioner District 1 2024-11-05

Steve Rader ✓ 28,248 · Mike Reuter 22,356 · WRITE-IN 784

County Treasurer 2022-11-08

Debra Gardner ✓ 31,692 · WRITE-IN 291

County Sheriff 2022-11-08

Brad Thurman ✓ 25,925 · Rob Gibbs 14,245 · WRITE-IN 565

County Prosecuting Attorney 2022-11-08

Ryan P. Jurvakainen ✓ 31,801 · WRITE-IN 462

County Commissioner District 3 2022-11-08

Rick Dahl ✓ 23,115 · John Jabusch 20,772 · WRITE-IN 77

County Clerk 2022-11-08

Staci L. Myklebust ✓ 32,616 · WRITE-IN 328

County Auditor 2022-11-08

Carolyn Fundingsland ✓ 32,586 · WRITE-IN 344

County Assessor 2022-11-08

Emily Wilcox ✓ 32,657 · WRITE-IN 396

Recent meetings

Tue Jun 9, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to consider road projects, contracts, and public hearings

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, public hearings, and various contracts. Key actions include setting hearing dates for road vacations and franchise agreements, approving change orders for road projects, and entering into an agreement for developmental disability services.

Public hearing to vacate a portion of Oswalt Lane (July 14, 2026)
Public hearing for Three Rivers Regional Wastewater Authority (July 7, 2026)
Public hearing for Carrolls Water Association 10-year franchise (July 14, 2026)
Change Order No. 3 for guardrail project with Columbia River Contractors, Inc. ($24,235.73 increase, total $526,316.48)
Supplemental Agreement No. 3 with WSP USA, Inc. for South Cloverdale Road ($12,810.00 increase, total $538,360.00)

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 0. ORDER FIXING DATE OF HEARING — Vacation of a Portion of Oswalt Lane scheduled for July 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Attachments Intent to Vacate Order Fixing Date of Hearing Notice of Public Meeting Vicinity Map 0. Order Fixing Date of Hearing - Three Rivers Regional Wastewater Authority scheduled for July 7, 2026 …

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Tue Jun 2, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to award $938K pavement striping contract, amend fees

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider a bid award for the 2026/2027 Countywide Pavement Striping Project and hold a public hearing on a 2026 budget amendment. They will also call for a public hearing on proposed fee updates for Building & Planning and Parks and Recreation, and review several other items including FERC notices and an easement for the Tower Road Bridge project.

Bid award to Construction Ahead Inc. dba Pavement Surface Control for 2026/2027 Countywide Pavement Striping Project, $938,165.50
Public hearing on 2026 Budget Amendment
Call for public hearing on amending Building & Planning and Parks and Recreation fees, scheduled June 30, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.
FERC notice on 2024 Detailed Gate Inspection Report, Merwin Project
Executed Temporary Construction Easement for Belfield driveway improvements for Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek project

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 0. Call for Public Hearing - Amend and Update the Building & Planning Department Fees and Parks and Recreation scheduled for June 30, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. Attachments Resolution Notice of Hearing Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards Resolutions Board Correspondence …

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Tue May 19, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to seek bids for Dike Road reconstruction, set Title III hearing

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering consent agenda items, proclamations, and public comment. Key actions include calling for bids on the Dike Road Reconstruction Project and scheduling a public hearing on Title III funding under the Secure Rural Schools Act.

Call for bids for Dike Road Reconstruction Project, scheduled June 15, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Public hearing on Title III funding under Secure Rural Schools Act, scheduled July 21, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.
Resolution to increase Veterans Relief fund imprest account to $40,000 for indigent veteran assistance
Change Order #1 with Advanced Excavating Specialists, LLC for $152,358.31, total $206,208.31, for leachate line repairs
Voucher ratification for Drainage Improvement District No. 1 totaling $5,358.46

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 1. Call for Public Hearing — for Title III funding under the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act of 2000 scheduled for July 21, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. Attachments Resolution Notice to Publish Call for Bids 2. Call for Bids - for the Dike Road Reconstruction Project schedule for June 15, 2026, at …

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Tue May 12, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to award road surfacing materials bid to four firms

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider several routine items, including a bid award for road surfacing materials, an interlocal agreement, and a professional services contract. They will also set public hearings for a budget amendment and two bid calls. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions.

Bid award to Gardner Rock, Inc., JL Storedahl & Sons, Knife River, and L Rock Industries, LLC for road surfacing materials (May 1, 2026 – April 30, 2027)
Interlocal agreement with Southwest Washington Workforce (May 1, 2026 – June 30, 2029)
Professional services agreement with Gibbs & Olson for water/sewer engineering, not to exceed $200,000
Call for public hearing on 2026 budget amendment (June 2, 2026, 9:30 a.m.)
Call for bids for landfill rock materials and asphalt materials (June 8, 2026, 1:30 p.m.)

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 1. Call for Public Hearing - 2026 Budget Amendment scheduled for June 2, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Attachments Resolution Newspaper Notification Call for Bids 2. Call for Bids - Headquarters Landfill Transportation of Rock Materials scheduled for June 8, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Attachments …

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Tue May 5, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to award $2.73M pavement overlay contract, other agreements

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and agreements, including a $2.73 million pavement overlay project, a $60,000 tourism grant for Martins Dock, and a $50,000 marketing contract for the Event Center. They will also vote on a resolution updating the county's cell phone policy and an amended juvenile detention agreement with Wahkiakum and Pacific counties. The meeting includes public comment and a Board of Health session at 10 a.m.

Contract with Lakeside Industries for 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay, $2,732,633
Tourism Large Grant to Rotary Club of Longview for Martins Dock Infrastructure Improvements, $60,000
Agreement with Watson Creative for Event Center marketing, $50,000
Resolution rescinding 06-086 and updating Cellular Phone Policy
Amended juvenile detention agreements with Wahkiakum and Pacific counties, bed rate $250/day

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 0. Bond in Lieu of Retainage and Contract with Lakeside Industries for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay project. The total amount is $2,732,633.00. Attachments Contract Bond In Lieu 0. Agreement with Rotary Club of Longview a …

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Tue Apr 28, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to vote on public safety sales tax for August ballot

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners is meeting to consider a resolution placing a two-tenths of 1% sales tax for public safety and criminal justice on the August 4, 2026 primary ballot. The board will also vote on a consent agenda that includes several road and infrastructure contracts, a bid award, and grant agreements, plus a proposed AI policy resolution.

Resolution to submit a 0.2% public safety sales tax to voters in the August 4, 2026 primary election
Contract with NW Construction General Contracting, Inc. for the Camelot Large Onsite Septic System project, $799,519.84
Bid award to 2M Company, Inc. for high-density polyethylene pipe, $34,356.30
Agreement to obligate $750,000 in federal funds for Mill Creek Road Bridge No. 1 Replacement preliminary engineering
Public notice for Italian Creek Road Improvement Project between mileposts 2.3 and 3.2

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 8. Agreement with the Cowlitz County Public Facilities District for the Provision and Funding of Promotional and Marketing Services. Attachments Agreement with PFD Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 1. Warranty Deed and Temporary Construction Easement for Right of Way Purposes for the Burma Rd Toutle Park Bypass project. Attachments Warranty Deed Temp …

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Tue Apr 21, 2026

BOCC Agenda

Cowlitz County considers $2.7 million pavement project and various contracts

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several contracts, including a major countywide pavement overlay project and energy audits for the Hall of Justice. The meeting also includes discussions on landfill gas management and food safety program automation.

$2,732,633 bid award to Lakeside Industries for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay project
$350,000 total cost for energy audits at the Hall of Justice via Washington State Association of Counties
$407,000 personal services agreement with Energyneering Solutions LLC for landfill gas management
$143,150 contract with GovPath to automate food safety programs
$98,798.29 bid award to NW Linings & Geotextile Products for polyethylene geomembranes

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 1. Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Washington State Association of Counties to conduct energy audits at the Hall of Justice. The total addition is $252,250 for a total cost of $350,000. Attachments WSAC Amend. NO 1 Clean Build. Agreement 2. Lo …

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Tue Apr 14, 2026

BOCC Agenda

Ziply Fiber franchise, striping bids, and storm water agreement on BOCC agenda

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular public meeting on April 14, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. They will consider a 10-year non-exclusive telecommunications franchise for Ziply Fiber, call for bids on the 2026 Countywide Striping Project, and handle a rescission of a possession and use agreement for the Sweet Birch Drive storm water system repair. The agenda also includes proclamations, a no-parking zone petition, and a retirement letter.

Resolution/Order granting a 10-year non-exclusive telecommunications franchise to Ziply Fiber for systems in county rights-of-way (item 14735)
Call for bids for the 2026 Countywide Striping Project, scheduled for May 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m.
Signed and recorded rescission of possession and use agreement for emergency repair of the failing Sweet Birch Drive storm water system
Petition for establishment of a no-parking zone at 2425 Kalama River Road
Proclamation declaring April 2026 Fair Housing Month in Cowlitz County

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations 0. Proclamation Declaring April 2026 Fair Housing Month in Cowlitz County Attachments Proclamation Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids 1. Call for Bids for the 2026 Countywide Striping Project scheduled for May 11, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Attachments Call for Bids Notice to Contractors Agreeme …

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Tue Apr 7, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to award $2.68M Tower Road Bridge contract, plus other road projects

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and resolutions at its regular meeting, including a $2.68 million contract for the Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek project and a bid award for the Camelot LOSS Project. The board will also hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of Toteff Road and receive updates on various county matters.

Contract execution with Quigg Bros., Inc. for Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek project, total $2,683,985.00
Bid award to NW Construction General Contracting for Camelot LOSS Project, total $799,519.84
Resolution for County Road Project No. 821 (Mill Creek Bridge No. 1 Replacement) for engineering and right of way, $800,000
Resolution for County Road Project No. 822 (Whitewater Road Curve Improvement) for engineering and right of way, $90,000
Public hearing at 9:30 a.m. on resolution to vacate a portion of Toteff Road

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 1. Contract Execution and Bond in Lieu of Retainage with Quigg Bros., Inc. for the Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek project. The total amount is 2,683,985.00. Attachments Contract Document Bond in Lieu of Retainage 2. Agreement for Special Deputy P …

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Tue Mar 31, 2026

BOCC Agenda

Cowlitz County BOCC to vote on $69,000 work truck purchase and $9.9M homelessness contract amendment

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular public meeting to approve routine items including a $69,000 purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet 3500 work truck and a $9,875,929 contract amendment with the Washington State Department of Commerce for homelessness services. The board will also consider a new contract with Westwood Pharmacy for pharmaceutical services at the Cowlitz County Corrections Department.

Contract amendment with Washington State Department of Commerce for homelessness services, total reimbursement not to exceed $9,875,929.00 until June 30, 2027 (reduced by $1,861,284.00)
Special Market Condition Purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet 3500 Work Truck for $69,000
Agreement with Westwood Pharmacy to provide pharmaceutical services to the Cowlitz County Corrections Department
Call for Bids for Tennant Way Closed Landfill Flare Replacement scheduled for April 20, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Contract Completion Letter for Barnes Drive Emergency Repair project by Quigg Bros., Inc.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids 0. Call for Bids for the Tennant Way Closed Landfill Flare Replacement scheduled for April 20, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Attachments Notice - Call for Bids Call for Bids and Proposal Form Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 0. Agreement with Westwood Pharmacy to provide pharmacuetical servi …

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Tue Mar 24, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to approve $600K in engineering contracts and Comcast franchise

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider several contracts and agreements, including two engineering services agreements totaling up to $600,000, a land use license with Weyerhaeuser, and a resolution adopting a non-exclusive franchise for Comcast. The board will also vote on a contract with Kelso School District for homeless liaison services and review FERC notices regarding dam safety.

Local Agency Consultant Agreement with WSP USA for professional engineering services, not to exceed $300,000, through Dec 31, 2028
Local Agency Consultant Agreement with Parametrix, Inc. for professional engineering services, not to exceed $300,000, through Dec 31, 2028
Land Use License with Weyerhaeuser Timber Holdings, Inc. for a portable horse corral near Headquarters landfill, one year
Contract with Kelso School District for homeless liaison services, reimbursement not to exceed $61,200, through June 30, 2027
Resolution adopting non-exclusive franchise to Comcast Cable Communications Management, LLC

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 1. Local Agency Consultant Agreement with WSP USA to perform Professional Engineering Services for various Public Works projects through December 31, 2028. The total cost will not exceed $300,000. Attachments Agreement 2. Local Agency Consultant Agreement w …

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Tue Mar 17, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to award $2.68M Tower Road Bridge contract, open bids for road overlay

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider awarding a $2,683,985 contract to Quigg Bros, Inc. for the Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek project, and a $421,216.49 bid to Sterling Breen Crushing, Inc. for aggregate rock. They will also set bid openings for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay, geomembrane, and HDPE pipe, and hold a public hearing on vacating a portion of Toteff Road. The agenda includes routine items like proclamations, appointments, and correspondence.

Bid award to Quigg Bros, Inc. for Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek: $2,683,985
Bid award to Sterling Breen Crushing, Inc. for aggregate rock: $421,216.49
Call for bids for 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay (April 13, 2026)
Public hearing at 9:30 a.m. on vacation of a portion of Toteff Road
Professional services agreement extension with Facet NW Inc. for Critical Areas Ordinance update

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids 0. Call for Bids for the 2026 Countywide Pavement Overlay project scheduled for April 13, 2026 at 1:30 p.m. Attachments Call for Bids Notice to contractors 0. Call for Bids for 28 - 100 x 200 feet Scrim Reinforced Polyethylene Geomembrane scheduled for April 13, 2026 at 1:30p.m. A …

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Tue Mar 10, 2026

BOCC Agenda

Cowlitz County BOCC to vote on interlocal agreements and contracts totaling over $100k

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve several interlocal agreements and contracts, including services with the City of Kelso and Castle Rock, a grant for domestic violence victim services, and a bond for emergency landfill repairs. The board will also consider appointments to the Fair Board and Public Facilities District.

Interlocal Agreement with City of Kelso for District Court services
Agreement with City of Castle Rock for Six Rivers Regional Trails System Phase II Project ($70,800)
Interlocal Agreement with City of Woodland for Plans Examiner and Building Inspection Services
Interagency Agreement with WA State Dept. of Commerce for Domestic Violence Victim Witness Grant ($31,635)
Retainage Bond for Leachate Line Emergency Repair at Headquarters Landfill

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 1. Interlocal Agreement with the City of Kelso to provide District Court services. Attachments Kelso Interlocal Agreement for District Ct Costs 2. Agreement with the City of Castle Rock for the Six Rivers Regional Trails System Phase II Project. The total …

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Tue Mar 3, 2026

BOCC Agenda

County to consider Comcast cable franchise, $186K WSDA grant, $750K Port of Kalama funding

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to consider consent agenda items, including agreements, grants, and resolutions. Key items include a public hearing for a Comcast cable franchise, multiple law enforcement shooting range agreements, and funding for the Regional Conference Center. The board will also consider several contracts and change orders for public works projects.

Public hearing for Comcast cable franchise (March 24, 2026)
WSDA grant $186,094.30 for lighting and security cameras
Port of Kalama pedestrian overpass funding $750,000
Resolution to issue bonds for Public Facilities District
Change Order #2 guardrail project increase $30,000 (total $502,080.75)

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 1. Call for Public Hearing to consider the request for a non-exclusive cable franchise from Comcast Communications Management, LLC to use certain county rights-of-way for the purpose of providing cable services scheduled for March 24, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Attachments Order Fixing Date of Hearing Notice of Public Hearing Vicinity Map Order Grant …

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Tue Feb 24, 2026

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Commissioners to vote on road vacations, septic system bids, and $300k engineering contract

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will conduct its regular Tuesday meeting, including public hearings on a road vacation, bid openings for a septic system project, and votes on contracts for drainage supplies, engineering services, fuel delivery, and accounting support. The board will also recognize Bigfoot in a ceremonial resolution.

Call for public hearing to vacate portion of Toteff Rd (Port of Kalama), scheduled March 17, 2026
Call for bids for Camelot Large Onsite Septic System (LOSS) Project, bids due March 23, 2026
Bid award to Core & Main, LP et al. for culvert pipe and drainage products (contract amount not specified)
Local Agency Consultant Agreement with Apex Companies, LLC for civil engineering services, not to exceed $300,000
Resolution recognizing and protecting Bigfoot in Cowlitz County

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 1. Call for Public Hearing to vacate a portion of Toteff Rd currently in use by the Port of Kalama scheduled for March 17, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. Attachments Engineers Report Legal Description Order Fixing Date of Hearing Notice of Public Hearing Intent to Vacate - Executed Vicinity Map Call for Bids …

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Tue Feb 10, 2026

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Commissioners to vote on $97,750 energy audit grant and fiber franchise hearing

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular Tuesday meeting, including a public hearing on a non-exclusive franchise for Ziply Fiber to operate on county rights-of-way and a vote on a $97,750 Clean Buildings Performance Grant for an energy audit of the Hall of Justice. The board will also consider bids for road surfacing materials, aggregate, and the Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek Project.

Call for Public Hearing for Ziply Fiber non-exclusive franchise on county rights-of-way scheduled for March 10, 2026 at 9:30 a.m.
Clean Buildings Performance Grant Agreement with WA Association of Counties for $97,750.00 for Hall of Justice energy audit
Call for Bids for 12,970 tons of aggregate for bituminous surface treatment in 2026
Call for Bids for road surfacing materials for Public Works (May 1, 2026–April 30, 2027)
Call for Bids for Tower Road Bridge at Rock Creek Project scheduled for March 9, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Proclamations Consent Agenda Call for Hearings 0. Call for Public Hearing for a Non-Exclusive Franchise to Ziply Fiber to construct, operate and maintain Telecommunications Facilities on County Public Rights-of-Way scheduled for March 10, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. Attachments Notice Memo Call for Bids 1. Call for Bids for 12,970 tons of Aggregate for Bituminous Surfac …

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Tue Feb 3, 2026

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County to approve $150K shelter funding, $8K evacuation plan, patrol pact

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider several agreements and contracts, including funding for a domestic violence shelter, an emergency evacuation planning contract, and a patrol agreement with Weyerhaeuser. They will also review change orders and vouchers. The meeting includes public comment and hearings.

Personal Services Agreement with Incident Management Partners for Emergency Evacuation Planning, not to exceed $8,000
Agreement with Weyerhaeuser Timber Holdings for Sheriff's patrols in timberlands through Dec 31, 2026
Change Order No. 1 for Garlock Road Delameter Creek Fish Passage project, $11,233.46 (total $2,360,353.66)
Agreement with Emergency Support Shelter for up to $150,000 for domestic violence shelter operations
Voucher Ratification for Drainage Improvement District No. 1, $370.79

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 Consent Agenda Call for Hearings Call for Bids Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 0. Personal Services Agreement with Incident Management Partners to provide Emergency Evacuation Planning. The total amount will not exceed $8,000. Attachments Personal Services Agreement No. 2025-0064-01 with Incident Management Partners 0. Agreement between Weyerhaeuser Timber Holdings, Inc. for Sheriff's Deputies to perfor …

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Tue Jan 27, 2026

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County to consider $646,325 emergency repair contract for Barnes Drive

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine items such as contracts, resolutions, and correspondence. A notable motion item is an emergency agreement with Quigg Bros. Inc. for repairs to Barnes Drive following a December storm, estimated at $646,325. The board will also consider several fish passage project authorizations and a sole source repair for the Youth Services Center fire panel.

Emergency contract with Quigg Bros. Inc. for Barnes Drive repairs, estimated $646,325
Amendment No. 4 with RH2 Engineering for Ryderwood Supplemental Water Source, increasing contract by $45,500 to $337,230
Sole source request for fire panel repairs at Cowlitz County Youth Services Center, $49,800 plus taxes
Acknowledgment of Recreation and Conservation Office authorizations for multiple fish passage projects (North Fork Goble Creek, Lapham Road Wyant Creek, South Toutle Road Outlet Creek, Delameter Road Arkansas Creek)
Contract completion letter for 2025 Countywide Delineators project with Pavement Surface Control, final cost $154,886

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of **** Consent Agenda of **** Proclamations Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 New Employee Introduction Consent Agenda Board Correspondence Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards Resolutions 0. Affidavit of Posting Resume for the Month of December 2025 Attachments Affidavit of Posting Resume' 0. Letter dated 01/15/2026 from the United States Department of the Interior regarding Notice of Reservation Proclamation Request, 30-Day Notification Period Attachm …

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Mon Jan 26, 2026

BOCC Weekly Public Meeting Calendar/Agenda

Cowlitz County BOCC weekly meetings: budget review, regular meeting, business, work sessions

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners is holding its regular weekly series of public meetings, including a budget management review, a regular public meeting, a business meeting, and work sessions. The agenda is largely procedural, listing standard meeting times, locations, and recurring agenda categories such as department updates, bid openings, public works updates, and citizen comments. No specific action items, ordinances, or contracts are detailed in this agenda.

Budget Management Review on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Regular Public Meeting on Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Board of Health meeting on the 4th Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
Business Meeting on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. with bid openings and public works update
Work Sessions on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board 0. Login: pierces, Meeting: 01/27/2026, form:1559, Agenda Item 14649: has been moved to a new meeting. Please remove this line from the agenda. Open Public Meeting Calendar for the Week of , 2024 Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal legislative meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Monday, Date ZOOM: ZOOM Meeting Link (253) 215-8782 or (346) 248-7799 Webinar ID: 8201 961 3917 Commissioners Hearing Room, 207 4th Avenue North, Kelso, 3rd Floor Meeting Name: Budget Management Review Time: 9:00 a.m. Agenda Items: Department Department Department Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed Meeting Name: Regular Public Meeting Agenda Item Review Agenda Items: Tuesday Agenda Items Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed …

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Mon Jan 19, 2026

BOCC Weekly Public Meeting Calendar/Agenda

Cowlitz County BOCC weekly meetings: budget review, regular session, business meeting

This agenda outlines the Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners' weekly public meeting schedule, including a Budget Management Review, a Regular Public Meeting, and a Business Meeting with bid openings and public works updates. The agenda is largely procedural, listing meeting times, locations, and standard agenda items such as citizen comments and possible executive sessions, but does not specify particular decisions or discussion topics.

Budget Management Review on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Regular Public Meeting on Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. with bid openings and public works update
Work Sessions on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.
Board of Health meeting on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m.

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Open Public Meeting Calendar for the Week of , 2024 Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal legislative meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Monday, Date ZOOM: ZOOM Meeting Link (253) 215-8782 or (346) 248-7799 Webinar ID: 8201 961 3917 Commissioners Hearing Room, 207 4th Avenue North, Kelso, 3rd Floor Meeting Name: Budget Management Review Time: 9:00 a.m. Agenda Items: Department Department Department Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed Meeting Name: Regular Public Meeting Agenda Item Review Agenda Items: Tuesday Agenda Items Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed 3. Meeting Name: Human Resources and Executive Sessions Agenda: Human Resources Requests Miscellaneous Scheduled Executive Sessions RCW 42.30.040 …

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Tue Jan 13, 2026

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County to award $1.65M Allender Road bridge contract

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider approving contracts, including a $1.65 million bridge replacement, and several service agreements. They will also hold a public hearing on a preliminary rural subdivision plat and consider rescinding a prior emergency declaration.

Contract with Western United Civil Group for Allender Road Bridge Replacement, $1,647,545.25
Personal services agreement with Gray & Osborne for storm sewer NPDES permit assistance, up to $120,000
Meals on Wheels contracts with WA Dept of Commerce ($70,000) and LCCAP (up to $66,500)
Agreement with HOSWWA for Phoenix House supportive housing, up to $133,250
Public hearing on Cooper Hill Subdivision preliminary plat

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting Date of Meeting Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of January 5-6, 2026 Consent Agenda of January 13, 2026 Call for Hearings Call for Bids Motion Items Public Hearings **** a.m. Board of Health 10:00 a.m. Bid Openings 11:00 a.m. Other Timed Items **** a.m. Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 Consent Agenda Call for Bids 1. Call for Bids for Culvert Pipe, Beveled End Sections, Couplers and Other Drainage System Products is scheduled for February 2, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Attachments Notice of Call for Bids Call for Bids 2. Call for Bids for Disposable Polypropylene Tube Brushes and Gutter Brooms scheduled for February 2, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. Attachments Call for Bids Notice of Cal …

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Mon Jan 12, 2026

BOCC Weekly Public Meeting Calendar/Agenda

Cowlitz County BOCC weekly meetings: budget review, regular session, business items

This is the weekly public meeting calendar for the Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners, listing recurring meetings for the week. It includes a Budget Management Review, a Regular Public Meeting, and a Business Meeting with bid openings and public works updates, plus work sessions and executive sessions as needed. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific action items or dollar amounts listed.

Budget Management Review on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Regular Public Meeting on Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. with bid openings and Public Works update
Work Sessions on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.
Citizen comments limited to 3 minutes; written comments accepted

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PRINT AGENDA READING MODE RETURN TO THE SEARCH PAGE Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Open Public Meeting Calendar for the Week of , 2024 Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal legislative meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Monday, Date ZOOM: ZOOM Meeting Link (253) 215-8782 or (346) 248-7799 Webinar ID: 8201 961 3917 Commissioners Hearing Room, 207 4th Avenue North, Kelso, 3rd Floor Meeting Name: Budget Management Review Time: 9:00 a.m. Agenda Items: Department Department Department Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed Meeting Name: Regular Public Meeting Agenda Item Review Agenda Items: Tuesday Agenda Items Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed 3. Meeting Name: Human Resources and Executive Sessions Agenda: Human Resources Requests Miscellaneous Scheduled Executive Sessions RCW 42.30.040 …

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Tue Jan 6, 2026

BOCC Agenda

Board to adopt flood hazard plan and award road repair contract

The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners will consider adopting the 2025 Flood Hazard Management Plan, awarding a fuel supply contract, and rejecting bids for a septic system project. The meeting also includes approval of vouchers totaling $263,027.

Adopt Cowlitz County Flood Hazard Management Plan
Award fuel supply contract to Wilcox & Flegel Oil Co. (max $775,000)
Reject all bids for Camelot Large Onsite Septic System
Authorize Emergency Road Project No. 820 for Barnes Drive (est. $610,000)
Approve vouchers totaling $263,027

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Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Regular Public Meeting January 6, 2026 Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Board Meeting Convenes at 9:00 a.m. Pledge of Allegiance Minutes of December 29-31, 2025 Consent Agenda of January 6, 2026 Call for Bids Motion Items Public Comment Citizen participation may be anonymous. See RCW 42.30.040 Consent Agenda Call for Bids 1. Request for Proposals to implement an additional module for its food safety program into Accela, cloud-based environmental health software to automate and streamline processes for restaurants, leading to improved experience for constituents scheduled for January 27, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Attachments Newspaper Announcement Accela RFP Agreements / Contracts / Bid Awards 2. Reject All Bids for the Camelot Large Onsite Septic System submitted on November 24, 2025. Attachments Bid Tabulation …

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Mon Jan 5, 2026

BOCC Weekly Public Meeting Calendar/Agenda

Cowlitz County BOCC holds weekly meetings with no specific action items listed.

This is a procedural agenda for the week of January 5, 2026, outlining the Board of Commissioners' regular meetings: a Budget Management Review on Monday, a formal legislative meeting on Tuesday, and a Business Meeting and Work Sessions on Wednesday. No specific agenda items, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are detailed; the agenda consists of generic placeholders and standard references to citizen comments and executive sessions.

Budget Management Review on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
Regular Public Meeting on Tuesday at 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting on Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.
Work Sessions on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m.
Citizen comments limited to 3 minutes; public may comment orally or in writing.

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Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners Richard R. Dahl, Chair Steve Rader, Commissioner Steven L. Ferrell, Commissioner Kelly Grayson, Clerk of the Board Open Public Meeting Calendar for the Week of , 2024 Board of Cowlitz County Commissioners regular Tuesday formal legislative meetings are shown live on KLTV Government Access Channel 29: KLTV Link Monday, Date ZOOM: ZOOM Meeting Link (253) 215-8782 or (346) 248-7799 Webinar ID: 8201 961 3917 Commissioners Hearing Room, 207 4th Avenue North, Kelso, 3rd Floor Meeting Name: Budget Management Review Time: 9:00 a.m. Agenda Items: Department Department Department Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed Meeting Name: Regular Public Meeting Agenda Item Review Agenda Items: Tuesday Agenda Items Miscellaneous RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed 3. Meeting Name: Human Resources and Executive Sessions Agenda: Human Resources Requests Miscellaneous Scheduled Executive Sessions RCW 42.30.040 Citizen Comments Executive Session per RCW 42.30.110 and 42.30.140 as needed …

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🌐 County-level context (Cowlitz County)

County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.

Business establishments2,309 (33,796 employees · 2023)

Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,404/mo (1,505 assisted households · 2025)

Adults with low literacy19.1% (low numeracy 29% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

$163.9M

Annual budget

$125.6M

Debt outstanding

308

Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$163.9M

Spending$152.7M

Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$125.6M

Debt-to-revenue0.77×

Debt-load index56 / 100

A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids

0.411

All kids

0.396

Black kids

0.364

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Meeting archives

2025 (77 meetings)

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