Castle Rock public meetings in 2022
17 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission approved a change to its monthly meeting schedule. The commission also discussed the Castle Rock Flood Ordinance Chapter 15.24 and the National Flood Insurance Program Washington Model Ordinance.
- Approved September 21, 2022 and October 19, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved moving regular meeting day from third Wednesday to third Tuesday of each month (4-0)
City Council
The City Council approved a materials quote for the Exit 48 Water Main Project and authorized the purchase of a surplus vehicle. Two utility leak adjustments were granted, and November invoices were approved. The December 27 meeting was canceled.
- Approved November 2022 invoices totaling $485,620.93 (5-0)
- Approved Public Works purchase of Police Department 2007 Ford Expedition for $3,500 (5-0)
- Approved $656.12 utility adjustment for AC Management at 864 Walsh Ave NE (5-0)
- Approved $390.08 utility adjustment for Lions Pride Park Restrooms at 1400 Block Huntington Ave S (5-0)
- Approved H.D. Fowler Company quote for Exit 48 Water Main Project materials totaling $545,788.44 (5-0)
- Canceled Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for December 27, 2022
City Council
The City Council approved the 2023 city and transportation benefit district budgets, along with updated water, sewer, and stormwater rates. Council also approved a five-year Capital Facility Plan and a special event permit for the Festival of Lights.
- Approved 2023 City Budget (Ordinance No. 2022-15) (5-0)
- Approved 2023 Transportation Benefit District budget (Ordinance No. TBD-2022-01) (5-0)
- Approved water and sewer rate changes (Resolution No. 2022-09) (5-0)
- Approved stormwater management charge amendments (Ordinance No. 2022-14) (5-0)
- Approved 2023-2028 Capital Facility Plan (5-0)
- Confirmed appointment of District Court Judge Kevin G. Blondin (5-0)
- Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0030 for Festival of Lights (5-0)
- Tabled proposed fee increases for Non-Resident Library Members
Transportation Benefit District (TBD)
The Board approved the 2023 proposed budget, which includes debt payments, equipment funds, and specific street maintenance and paving projects. The Board also approved a series of invoices totaling $184,512.05.
- Approved invoices totaling $184,512.05 (4-0)
- Approved 2023 proposed budget, including capital projects and debt payments (4-0)
- Approved Street Maintenance Plan (Chip Seal) for Cowlitz View Ct NW, Barr St NW, Cherry St NW, Shintaffer St NW, Leaming Ave NW, Jackson St NW, Library alley, and Oasis alley (4-0)
- Approved paving projects for 1st Ave SW and Eagles Alley (4-0)
- Approved Six Rivers Regional Trail System - Phase 2 - Huntington Ave S (4-0)
- Approved $5,000 for Public Works Vehicle Replacement Fund (4-0)
- Approved $5,500 for striping (4-0)
- Approved $3,500 for WA State Auditor charges (4-0)
City Council
The Council approved the first reading of the 2023 budget, including funding for trail repairs, downtown trees, and a library transfer. They also passed first readings for ordinances to increase water, sewer, and stormwater rates. Additionally, the Council approved a new clerical collective bargaining agreement and a salary schedule.
- Approved 2023 budget on first reading with amendments for trail repairs, trees, and library funding (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-09 to set water and sewer rates on first reading (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-14 to amend stormwater charges on first reading (5-0)
- Approved 2023-2026 Clerical Collective Bargaining Agreement (5-0)
- Approved 2023 Salary Schedule (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-11 changing compensation for Mayor and Councilmembers (5-0)
- Approved $18,058.49 off-cycle invoice for Whitney Equipment Co. (5-0)
- Approved $1,425.72 utility adjustment for 401 Clearwood Ct SE (5-0)
City Council
The City Council approved the 2023 budget tax amounts and updated compensation for the Mayor and Councilmembers. Other actions included approving a low-income utility grant agreement and increasing animal impoundment fees.
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-09 fixing Ad Valorem taxes for 2023 budget (5-0)
- Increased Mayor's compensation by $800/month to $1,200, effective January 2023 (5-0)
- Increased Councilmembers' compensation by $100/month to $300, effective next term (4-1)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-08 increasing animal impoundment fees (5-0)
- Approved Ordinance No. 2022-10 amending utility collection procedures (5-0)
- Approved vendor agreement with Lower Columbia Community Action Council for low-income utility grants (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2022-08 supporting a regional police training campus (5-0)
- Tabled agreement with Humane Society of Cowlitz County for animal control services
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to discuss updates to the city's flood regulations. The body is reviewing the Castle Rock Flood Ordinance and the Washington Model Ordinance for the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
- Castle Rock Flood Ordinance Chapter 15.24 - ECY Review
- NFIP - Washington Model Ordinance
City Council
The City Council will review several procurement items, including a new police vehicle and courier services. The body will also discuss a permit for the Halloween Jamboree and an ordinance to increase animal impoundment fees.
- Approval of September 2022 invoices totaling $553,571.94
- Purchase of a 2022 Dodge Durango Pursuit Vehicle not to exceed $65,000
- Contract renewal with Northwest Enforcement, Inc. for $350.00 per month plus fuel surcharge
- Ordinance No. 2022-08 to increase animal impoundment fees
- Special Event Permit #2022-0029 for Halloween Jamboree street closures on Cowlitz St W, Front Ave, and 1st Ave SW
City Council
The City Council will discuss an interlocal agreement with Cowlitz County for infrastructure funding. The body is also reviewing the completion of a regional trail project and a specific utility bill adjustment.
- Proposed $2,000,000 Interlocal Agreement with Cowlitz County for Exit 48 Water & Sewer Main Extensions & Powell Rd Water Project
- Project completion review for Six Rivers Regional Trail System, Phase 1
- Utility adjustment request for 239 Front Ave SW in the amount of $361.79
- Updated 2022 Salary Comparison for Elected Officials
City Council
The City Council will consider approving August invoices totaling $457,780.51 and three special event permits. The body will also discuss a utility bill adjustment and the sale of city assets.
- Approval of August 2022 invoices in the amount of $457,780.51
- Special Event Permits for 'I topped the Rock', Fire Prevention Week Carnival, and St Paul Lutheran Church Oktoberfest
- Utility adjustment request for 517 Larue St NE in the amount of $484.36
- Request to paint the library exterior at an estimated cost of $800.00 and a possible mural
- Request to declare a 2007 Ford Expedition from the Police Department fleet as surplus
City Council
The City Council will discuss a resolution to reduce water and sewer rates for low-income seniors and an ordinance to allow wheeled all-terrain vehicles on city streets. The body is also reviewing a supplemental agreement for Complete Streets design work.
- Resolution No. 2022-07: Reduced water and sanitary sewer rates for low-income seniors, capped at approximately $10,000 per year
- Ordinance No. 2022-07: Adopting Chapter 10.09 to allow wheeled all-terrain vehicles on city streets and roadways
- TIB Supplemental Agreement #8 for Complete Streets: $4,500 for electrical, structural, and traffic control design, increasing the agreement to $79,000
City Council
The City Council will review requests for a utility adjustment and two special event permits involving street closures. The body is also discussing the use of lodging tax funds to support improvements at the North County Recreation Association.
- Request to spend $40,000 in lodging tax for Youth Athletic Facility grant improvements
- July 2022 invoices totaling $424,156.45
- Utility adjustment request for 130 Shintaffer St NW in the amount of $1,012.74
- Special Event Permit #2022-0023 for Music at the Park on August 13, 2022
- Special Event Permit #2022-0025 for Mountain Mania on August 20, 2022
City Council
The City Council will discuss several new business items, including equipment purchases and a salary comparison for elected officials. The meeting also includes reports from city departments and the CRCDA.
- Request to replace wastewater grinder pump for the Westside Pump Station for $20,000.00
- Public Works request to purchase a 2004 Kubota RTV from Cowlitz County Mosquito Control District for $5,000
- Salary Comparison for Elected Officials
- 2Q22 Humane Society Report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to conduct regular business and review old business items. The agenda includes discussions regarding home occupations and short term rentals.
- Discussion on Home Occupations
- Discussion on Short Term Rentals
City Council
The City Council is meeting for a special retreat to discuss goal setting. The body intends to establish objectives for the rest of 2022 and set priorities for the 2023 fiscal budget.
- Discussion of 2022 objectives
- Development of 2023 fiscal budget priorities
City Council
The City Council will consider approving May 2022 invoices and a request to extend a Public Works Apprenticeship position. The body will also discuss a police drone program and a special event permit for the Castle Rock Fair Parade.
- Approval of May 2022 invoices in the amount of $470,107.45
- Request to extend Apprenticeship position as full-time Public Works Maintenance through December 31, 2022
- Police Department drone program
- Special Event Permit #2022-0019 for Castle Rock Fair Parade on July 14, 2022
City Council
The City Council will discuss amendments to the municipal code regarding special event insurance and utility collection procedures. The body is also considering a resolution to set miscellaneous fees for water and sewer customers.
- Ordinance No. 2022-04: increasing general liability insurance requirements for parades and special events
- Ordinance No. 2022-05: amending fees and utility collection procedures
- Resolution No. 2022-03: setting miscellaneous fees for water and sewer account customers