Castle Rock public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is meeting to discuss flood-related ordinances and the National Flood Insurance Program. The body may also decide to change its regular meeting day from the third Wednesday to the third Tuesday of each month.

• Castle Rock Flood Ordinance Chapter 15.24 - ECY Review
• National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) - Washington Model Ordinance
• Proposed change of regular meeting day to the third Tuesday of each month

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 Castle Rock City Council will meet to review department reports and approve November invoices. The council is deciding on several utility adjustments and the purchase of a surplus vehicle. A primary item for consideration is a materials quote for the Exit 48 Water Main Project.

• Approval of November 2022 invoices totaling $485,620.93
• H.D. Fowler Company quote for Exit 48 Water Main Project materials totaling $545,788.44
• Purchase of a 2007 Ford Expedition from the Police Department for $3,500
• Utility adjustment for AC Management at 864 Walsh Ave NE for $656.12
• Utility adjustment for Lions Pride Park Restrooms at 1400 Block Huntington Ave S for $390.08

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 will take testimony on the proposed 2023 budget, which includes rate increases for water, sewer, and stormwater. The body will also consider several ordinances on second reading regarding budgetary appropriations and municipal codes.

• Proposed 5% water, 3% sewer, and 3% stormwater rate increases
• Proposed non-resident library fee increases to $35 for one year and $20 for six months
• Review and approval of the 2023-2028 Capital Facility Plan
• Special Event Permit #2022-0030 for Festival of Lights including street closures on Cowlitz St and Front Ave
• Confirmation of District Court Judge Kevin G. Blondin as a part-time judge

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 Castle Rock Transportation Benefit District is meeting to approve outstanding invoices and discuss the proposed 2023 budget. The budget discussion includes planned street maintenance, paving projects, and equipment funding.

• Approval of invoices totaling $184,512.05
• Proposed chip seal maintenance 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
• Proposed paving projects for 1st Ave SW and Eagles Alley
• Proposed Six Rivers Regional Trail System - Phase 2 - Huntington Ave S
• Proposed budget allocations: $5,000 for Public Works Vehicle Replacement Fund, $5,500 for striping, and $3,500 for WA State Auditor charges

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 City Council is conducting a public hearing on the fiscal year 2023 budget, which includes proposed rate increases for water, sewer, and stormwater. The council will also consider several ordinances regarding budgetary appropriations and municipal code amendments.

• Proposed 5% water, 3% sewer, and 3% stormwater rate increases
• Approval of October 2022 invoices totaling $526,685.91
• Utility adjustment request for 401 Clearwood Ct SE in the amount of $1,425.72
• Review of 2023-2026 Clerical Collective Bargaining Agreement and 2023 Salary Schedule
• Ordinance No. 2022-11 to change compensation for Mayor and City Councilmembers

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 will hold a public hearing to review estimated revenue sources and possible property tax increases for the 2023 General Fund budget. The body will also consider ordinances regarding tax amounts, utility collection, and animal impoundment fees.

• Public hearing on 2023 General Fund budget and property tax revenues
• Ordinance No. 2022-09 regarding Ad Valorem taxes for the 2023 budget
• Agreement with Humane Society of Cowlitz County for Animal Control Services costing $15,602.37
• Ordinance No. 2022-08 to increase animal impoundment fees
• Vendor Agreement with Lower Columbia Community Action Council for water and wastewater assistance

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

City Council

The City Council is holding a special workshop meeting. The body will discuss the proposed budget for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2023.

• Proposed budget for fiscal year ending December 31, 2023
• Revenue projections
• Expenditures
• Capital projects
• Utility rates and wages

The City Council held a budget workshop to review the proposed 2023 budget, including revenue, expenditures, capital projects, utility rates, and wages. Councilmembers requested cost analyses for cameras at North Trail Head, a water tank, a plow, and library funding, and discussed adding a police officer. No votes or final decisions were taken; the meeting was procedural only.

• No decisions were made; the workshop was for discussion and review only

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

The Castle Rock Planning Commission met on October 19, 2022, but lacked a quorum (only three members present). As a result, the commission could not approve the September minutes or take any action on proposed flood ordinance updates. The meeting was adjourned after 18 minutes with no decisions made.

• No action taken on September 21, 2022 minutes due to lack of quorum
• No action taken on proposed Castle Rock Flood Ordinance Chapter 15.24 updates
• No action taken on changing regular meeting day from Wednesday

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

The council approved up to $150,000 from ARPA funds for the SR411 Water & Sewer Main Repair/Replacement Project. They also approved a police vehicle purchase, a special event permit, a courier contract renewal, and office space for Care Coalition. An ordinance increasing animal impoundment fees was tabled after a second was withdrawn.

• Approved up to $150,000 from ARPA funds for SR411 Water & Sewer Main Repair/Replacement Project (4-0)
• Approved purchase of 2022 Dodge Durango Pursuit Vehicle not to exceed $65,000 from 1/10th of 1% fund (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0029 for Halloween Jamboree contingent on proof of insurance (4-0)
• Approved contract renewal with Northwest Enforcement, Inc. for courier service at $350/month plus fuel surcharge (4-0)
• Approved request for Care Coalition office space use during city hall hours up to two times per week (4-0)
• Approved closing bank account at Fibre Federal Credit Union (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including $553,571.94 in September invoices (4-0)
• Tabled Ordinance No. 2022-08 increasing animal impoundment fees after second withdrawn

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

The council approved an interlocal agreement with Cowlitz County to receive $2,000,000 from the Rural County Public Facility Funds for the Exit 48 Water & Sewer Main Extensions and Powell Rd Water Project. The council also approved the completion of the Six Rivers Regional Trail System Phase 1 project, contingent upon WSDOT approval. A request for a utility adjustment of $361.79 for Elizabeth Markley at 239 Front Ave SW was approved. The council tabled an updated 2022 salary comparison for elected officials until the next meeting.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Cowlitz County for $2,000,000 in Rural County Public Facility Funds for Exit 48 Water & Sewer Main Extensions and Powell Rd Water Project.
• Approved project completion of Six Rivers Regional Trail System Phase 1, contingent upon WSDOT approval.
• Approved adding 2-hour parking signs to the 200 block of Cowlitz St W, northside only, from 8:30AM to 7:30PM Monday through Saturday.
• Approved a utility adjustment of $361.79 for Elizabeth Markley at 239 Front Ave SW.
• Tabled the updated 2022 salary comparison for elected officials until the next meeting.
• Approved the consent agenda, including minutes of the September 12, 2022 regular council meeting.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed text amendments to Castle Rock Municipal Code Titles 5 and 17. The body will review staff reports and public testimony regarding short-term rentals and home occupations before making recommendations.

• Public hearing on text amendments to CRMC Title 5 and 17 regarding short-term rentals
• Public hearing on text amendments to CRMC Title 5 and 17 regarding home occupations

The Castle Rock Planning Commission held public hearings and unanimously recommended approval of two code amendments for City Council review: a new ordinance regulating short-term rentals (STRs) and streamlined home occupation regulations. No public testimony was offered at either hearing. The recommendations were approved by consensus.

• Approved and recommended STR ordinance for Council review (consensus)
• Approved and recommended home occupation code amendments for Council review (consensus)
• Approved July 20, 2022 meeting minutes (consensus)

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

The Castle Rock City Council approved a consent agenda including August invoices of $457,780.51 and prior meeting minutes. They also approved declaring a 2007 Ford Expedition surplus, three special event permits, a utility adjustment for Andrea and Jeff Baker, a stormwater cleaning contract with CCS of Longview, painting the library exterior for $800, and selling two city-owned trees to Bruce Lamon. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda including August 2022 invoices of $457,780.51 and August 22 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Declared 2007 Ford Expedition from Police Department as surplus (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permits #2022-0026, #2022-0027, and #2022-0028 (5-0)
• Approved utility adjustment of $484.36 for Andrea & Jeff Baker (5-0)
• Awarded citywide stormwater catch basin cleaning contract to CCS of Longview (5-0)
• Approved painting library exterior at estimated cost of $800 (mural request withdrawn) (5-0)
• Approved sale of two trees in city right-of-way to Bruce Lamon (5-0)

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

The Castle Rock City Council approved a resolution establishing reduced water and sewer rates for low-income seniors, capped at $10,000 annually, and adopted an ordinance allowing wheeled all-terrain vehicles on city streets. They also approved a $4,500 supplemental agreement for the Complete Streets project, awarded a bid for a ductless HVAC unit, and added $2,000 to fund attendance at the America in Bloom Symposium. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-07 for low-income senior water/sewer rate reductions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-07 allowing wheeled ATVs on city streets (5-0)
• Approved TIB Supplemental Agreement #8 for Complete Streets, $4,500 (5-0)
• Awarded Rawhide Electric Services Bid Option 2 for ductless HVAC installation (5-0)
• Approved additional $2,000 for Mayor and Public Works Director to attend America in Bloom Symposium (5-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes of August 8, 2022 meeting (5-0)

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

The Castle Rock City Council approved a $40,000 expenditure from lodging tax dollars to support a Youth Athletic Facility grant for improvements at North County Recreation Association, aimed at promoting tourism. They also approved a utility adjustment of $1,012.74 for a resident, and two special event permits: one for Music at the Park on August 13 and another for Mountain Mania on August 20, contingent on receiving insurance. The consent agenda, including July invoices totaling $424,156.45 and minutes from three prior meetings, was approved with one abstention.

• Approved $40,000 lodging tax expenditure for YAF grant at North County Recreation Association (5-0)
• Approved utility adjustment of $1,012.74 for Kevin Stone (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0023 for CRCDA Music at the Park (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0025 for Chamber of Commerce Mountain Mania, contingent on insurance (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including July invoices of $424,156.45 and three sets of minutes (4-0, Kessler abstained)

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

The Castle Rock City Council approved two Public Works purchases: a 2004 Kubota RTV from the Cowlitz County Mosquito Control District for $5,000, and a $20,000 replacement of the wastewater grinder pump for the Westside Pump Station. Both motions passed unanimously by roll call vote (4-0). The council also approved out-of-state travel for Officer Jeff Gann to attend TaserCon in January 2023.

• Approved purchase of 2004 Kubota RTV for $5,000 (4-0)
• Approved replacement of wastewater grinder pump for Westside Pump Station for $20,000 (4-0)
• Approved out-of-state travel for Officer Jeff Gann to TaserCon (4-0)

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

The Castle Rock Planning Commission approved the June 15, 2022 meeting minutes by consensus. The commission discussed potential changes to the Home Occupations section of the municipal code and a draft ordinance for short-term rentals, but took no action on these items. No public comment was given, and no new business was considered.

• Approved June 15, 2022 meeting minutes (consensus)

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

The Castle Rock City Council held a retreat to discuss goal setting for the remainder of 2022 and priorities for the 2023 fiscal budget. Topics included capital expenditures, parking, staffing, crime, reserves, land development, water main replacement, and other infrastructure items. No final action was taken on any item.

• No formal decisions made; retreat was discussion-only

City Council

The City Council will discuss a resolution to ask voters to fund library services via a special excess levy for 2023. The body is also reviewing a sewer inspection contract amendment and a special event permit.

• Resolution No. 2022-04 regarding a special excess levy for 2023 library services
• Amendment #1 to Gibbs & Olson, Inc. for Sanitary Sewer Cleaning & Inspection - Phase 3 for $35,000
• Special Event Permit #2022-0002 for Mt. St. Helens Motorcycle Club & The One Motorcycle Show LLC
• Ordinance No. 2022-06 to deem Fund 415 Regional Sewer System Fund as obsolete
• Approval of June 2022 invoices totaling $402,935.53

The Castle Rock City Council approved a resolution to place a special excess levy on the 2023 ballot to fund public library services. The council also approved a consent agenda, an ordinance declaring the Regional Sewer System Fund obsolete, a special event permit for a motorcycle event, and a contract amendment for sewer cleaning.

• Approved Consent Agenda including June 2022 invoices of $402,935.53 (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-06 declaring Fund 415 Regional Sewer System Fund obsolete (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-04 to submit library services excess levy to voters (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0002 for Mt. St. Helens Motorcycle Club event, contingent on insurance (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to Gibbs & Olson, Inc. for sewer cleaning, increasing total to $215,000 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will take public testimony on the Six-Year Transportation Plan for fiscal years 2023-2028. The body will also consider several resolutions, an ordinance regarding a sewer fund, and engineering proposals.

• Public hearing on the Six-Year Transportation Plan (FY 2023-2028)
• TIB Supplemental Agreement #7 for Complete Streets for $1,100
• Ordinance No. 2022-06 to deem Fund 415 Regional Sewer System Fund obsolete
• Resolution No. 2022-06 to adopt the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Engineering proposal for Six Rivers Regional Trail System, Phase 2 Improvements for $49,900

The Castle Rock City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-05, adopting the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2023-2028, following a public hearing. The council also approved several other items, including a $1,100 supplemental agreement for Complete Streets, an ordinance declaring the Regional Sewer System Fund obsolete, a resolution adopting the 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan, a special event permit for The Oasis Bike Night, and a $49,900 engineering proposal for the Six Rivers Regional Trail System Phase 2. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Councilmember Lee Kessler excused.

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-05, Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan (4-0)
• Approved TIB Supplemental Agreement #7 for Complete Streets, $1,100 (4-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-06, deeming Fund 415 obsolete, first reading (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-06, adopting 2022 Hazard Mitigation Plan (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0020, The Oasis Bike Night (4-0)
• Approved engineering proposal for Six Rivers Regional Trail System Phase 2, $49,900 (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss regulations regarding short-term rentals and home occupations. The body is also scheduled to appoint a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson.

• Discussion of Short Term Rentals
• Discussion of Home Occupations
• Appointment of Chairperson
• Appointment of Vice Chairperson

The Castle Rock Planning Commission approved the April and May meeting minutes, elected Rick Sullivan as Chairperson and Matt Rasmussen as Vice-Chairperson, and discussed potential changes to home occupation regulations and short-term rental policies. No formal decisions were made on the latter topics.

• Approved April 20 and May 18, 2022 meeting minutes (consensus)
• Elected Rick Sullivan as Chairperson (consensus)
• Elected Matt Rasmussen as Vice-Chairperson (consensus)

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

The Castle Rock City Council approved several items: extending an apprenticeship position in Public Works through December 31, 2022; authorizing the Police Department to purchase up to four drones; and approving a special event permit for the Castle Rock Fair Parade contingent on proof of insurance. The consent agenda was also approved with a correction to the May expenditure amount. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda with corrected May expenditure of $477,641.40 (5-0)
• Approved extending apprenticeship position to full-time Public Works Maintenance through Dec 31, 2022 (5-0)
• Approved Police Department purchase of up to four drones (5-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit #2022-0019 for Castle Rock Fair Parade contingent on proof of insurance (5-0)

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

The Castle Rock City Council approved three items: Ordinance 2022-04 raising general liability insurance requirements for parades and special events, and Ordinance 2022-05 with Resolution 2022-03 setting water and sewer account fees and utility collection procedures. All motions passed unanimously by roll call vote. The meeting also included a scholarship presentation and a special event permit submission from the Fair Board.

• Approved Consent Agenda including May 9, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-04 increasing general liability insurance for parades/special events (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2022-05 amending utility fees and collection procedures (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-03 setting water and sewer miscellaneous fees (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss potential changes to the zoning code. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding training for commission members.

• Review of possible zoning code revisions
• Planning Commission Training

The Castle Rock Planning Commission met on May 18, 2022, but lacked a quorum, so no minutes were approved and no substantive decisions were made. The meeting included a training session on commissioner duties and a discussion about electing a chairperson and vice chair. The meeting adjourned at 6:31pm.

• No motion to approve minutes due to lack of quorum
• No decisions made on zoning code revisions (no new information gathered)

City Council

The City Council will review a second reading of an ordinance to replace the Shoreline Master Program. The body is also considering fireworks sale permits for local organizations and the opening of a new city checking account.

• Ordinance No. 2022-03 to repeal and replace the City of Castle Rock Shoreline Master Program
• Approval of April 2022 invoices totaling $379,814.81
• Fireworks sale permit requests from Castle Rock Lions Club, Castle Rock Eagles #556, and Boy Scout Troop #313
• Request to open a Fibre Federal Credit Union checking account with a $2,000 minimum balance
• Presentation of the 2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report

The Castle Rock City Council approved Ordinance No. 2022-03, adopting the updated Shoreline Master Program, and approved fireworks sales permits for three local organizations. The council also voted to follow state code for ordinance/resolution readings and opened a new bank account.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-03, Shoreline Master Program update (5-0)
• Approved Castle Rock Lions Club fireworks sales permit (5-0)
• Approved Castle Rock Eagles #556 fireworks sales permit (5-0)
• Approved Boy Scout Troop #313 fireworks permit contingent on landowner permission (5-0)
• Approved following CRMC for ordinance/resolution readings (5-0)
• Approved opening Fibre Federal Credit Union checking account (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including April invoices of $379,814.81 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to repeal and replace the City of Castle Rock Shoreline Master Program. The body will also review a memorandum of understanding regarding a trial shift schedule for the Police Collective Bargaining Unit.

• Ordinance No. 2022-03: Repealing and replacing the City of Castle Rock Shoreline Master Program
• Police Collective Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding regarding a trial shift schedule
• Humane Society 1Q22 Report
• Revenue, Expenditure & Investment Reports

The Castle Rock City Council approved the Police Collective Bargaining Unit Memorandum of Understanding changing the shift schedule for a trial period, and approved Ordinance No. 2022-03 updating the Shoreline Master Program. Both items passed unanimously by roll call vote. The consent agenda, including approval of prior meeting minutes, was also approved.

• Approved Consent Agenda including minutes of March 28 Workshop, March 28 Regular Meeting, and April 13 Special Meeting (5-0)
• Approved Police Collective Bargaining Unit MOU on shift schedule trial period (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-03 updating Shoreline Master Program (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to introduce new members and a contracted city planner. The body is scheduled to discuss a final review of the Shoreline Master Program Draft and revisions to the 2019 Zoning Code.

• Final review of Shoreline Master Program Draft
• Revisions to Zoning Code (from 2019)
• Introduction of new members Rick Sullivan and Ryane Olin
• Introduction of contracted city planner Rachel Granrath

General

The City Council will discuss a special excess levy to fund public library services for 2023. The body is also reviewing agreements for transportation infrastructure and the addition of Juneteenth as a holiday.

• Resolution No. 2022-02 regarding a special excess levy for 2023 library services
• Approval of March 2022 invoices totaling $545,483.07
• Temporary Easement and Warranty Deed with State of Washington for SR411 project
• Interlocal Agreement with Cowlitz County for Public Works transportation infrastructure
• Adding Juneteenth Holiday to collective bargaining units and specific employment agreements

The Castle Rock City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-02 on second reading, placing a special excess levy for library services on the 2023 ballot. The council also approved a temporary easement and warranty deed with the State of Washington for the SR411 project, an interlocal agreement with Cowlitz County for transportation infrastructure construction, and memoranda adding the Juneteenth holiday to collective bargaining and employment agreements. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Resolution No. 2022-02 for library services excess levy (5-0)
• Approved temporary easement and warranty deed with State of Washington for SR411 project (5-0)
• Approved interlocal agreement with Cowlitz County for transportation infrastructure construction (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Clerical and Police Collective Bargaining Units adding Juneteenth holiday (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 2022-01 to employment agreements adding Juneteenth holiday (5-0)
• Approved March 2022 invoices totaling $545,483.07 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a proposed levy for public library services and a water main extension project. The body is also reviewing several contracts and agreements related to city infrastructure and police scheduling.

• Resolution No. 2022-02 to ask voters to fund 2023 library services via special excess levy
• Ordinance No. 2022-02 regarding the Exit 48 Water Main Extension Project
• Complete Street project invoices totaling $49,311.94
• TIB Supplemental Agreement #6 for Complete Streets increasing agreement to $73,400
• Proposed fuel surcharge for Northwest Enforcement increasing monthly rate to $357.50

City Council

The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss options for two specific programs. These include a utility discount for low-income seniors and the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding.

• Low-Income Senior Utility Discount program options
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding options

The Castle Rock City Council held a workshop on March 28, 2022, to discuss options for a Low-Income Senior Utility Discount program and potential uses for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding. No formal decisions were made; the items were only discussed.

• Discussed Low-Income Senior Utility Discount program options
• Discussed American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) federal funding options

City Council

The Castle Rock City Council approved several items, including an ordinance authorizing an agreement with the Washington State Community Economic Revitalization Board for financing the Exit 48 Water Main Extension Project, a contracted legal services agreement with Randolph Law Firm, and an agreement for Castle Rock Visitor Center operations with CRCDA. The council also approved a $180,000 authorization for sanitary sewer cleaning and inspection, a utility adjustment for a resident, and the consent agenda including February invoices. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-02 for CERB financing agreement for Exit 48 Water Main Extension Project (5-0)
• Approved contracted legal services agreement with Randolph Law Firm (5-0)
• Approved Castle Rock Visitor Center operations agreement with CRCDA (5-0)
• Approved Gibbs & Olson, Inc. Authorization No. 2022-001 for sewer cleaning and inspection, $180,000 (5-0)
• Approved utility adjustment for Boyd McCall, 116 D Street SW, $500.41 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February invoices totaling $501,191.92 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the renewal of interim zoning controls to protect critical areas. The body is also considering a planning assistance contract and a joint park and recreation plan.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 2022-01 to renew Interim Zoning Controls
• Contract with Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments for Planning Assistance not to exceed $20,000
• Resolution No. 2022-01 adopting the 2022 City of Castle Rock and Castle Rock School District #401 Park and Recreation Plan
• Red Cross Month Proclamation
• Traffic Gardens presentation by CARE Coalition and WA Traffic Safety Commission

The City Council approved an ordinance to renew interim zoning controls for the protection of critical areas. The council also adopted a joint Park and Recreation Plan and approved a planning assistance contract.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2022-01 renewing Interim Zoning Controls (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2022-01 adopting the 2022 City of Castle Rock and Castle Rock School District #401 Park and Recreation Plan (4-0)
• Approved contract with Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments for Planning Assistance not to exceed $20,000 (4-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including January 24 and February 14 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2022 update to the joint Park and Recreation Plan with School District #401. The body will also review 2021 and 2022 project reports and consider several right-of-way and utility requests.

• Resolution No. 2022-02 to adopt the 2022 Park and Recreation Plan
• January 2022 invoices totaling $562,236.66
• TIB Supplemental Agreements #3 and #4 for Complete Streets totaling $9,100
• Personal Services Agreement with Townzen & Associates Inc. at $85 per hour
• Utility adjustment requests for 731 Pioneer Ave NE ($351.90) and 225 Warren St SW ($1,493.30)

The Castle Rock City Council approved Resolution No. 2022-02, adopting the 2022 update to the City of Castle Rock and Castle Rock School District #401 Park and Recreation Plan, and authorized staff to submit it to the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office. The council also approved the consent agenda, including January 2022 invoices totaling $562,236.66, and took action on several other items, including tree removal, a utility adjustment, and service agreements.

• Adopted 2022 Park and Recreation Plan update (Resolution 2022-02) (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including January 2022 invoices ($562,236.66) (4-0)
• Approved homeowner request to remove three trees at 325 Allen Ave SE (3-0, Lee abstained)
• Declined lease agreement at 238 Huntington Ave N (5-0)
• Approved Declaration of Cooperation for Spirit Lake, Toutle/Cowlitz River Collaborative (5-0)
• Approved utility adjustment for Patrick Bohna ($351.90) (5-0)
• Approved utility adjustment for Dan Farvour ($1,493.30) (5-0)
• Approved Personal Services Agreement with Townzen & Associates Inc. ($85/hr) (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to review department reports and a request to remove two decaying trees. The council is also scheduled to consider approving December 2021 invoices.

• Approval of December 2021 Open Period invoices totaling $64,998.88
• Request to remove two decaying trees in the right-of-way at 649 2nd Avenue SW

The Castle Rock City Council approved the December 2021 consent agenda, including invoices totaling $64,998.88, and approved a request to remove two decaying trees in the right-of-way at 649 2nd Avenue SW. Both motions passed unanimously by roll call vote (4-0). No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and public comments.

• Approved December 2021 invoices totaling $64,998.88 (4-0)
• Approved removal of two decaying trees at 649 2nd Avenue SW (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a grant for trail improvements and the award for a Complete Streets project. The body is also reviewing a 2022 salary schedule and potential utility rate reductions for low-income residents.

• Acceptance of $373,852 SWRTPO grant for Six Rivers Regional Trail System Phase 2 - SR 411 Improvements Project
• Approval of December 2021 invoices totaling $463,600.05
• Adoption of Amended Salary Schedule for fiscal year 2022
• Confirmation of part-time Municipal Court judges M. Jamie Imboden, Debra L. Burchett, and John A. Hays
• Bid results and award for Complete Streets Improvements Project

The Castle Rock City Council approved several items, including awarding the Complete Streets Improvements Project to PR Worth, contingent on funding and workforce. They also adopted the 2022 salary schedule, confirmed municipal court judges, and accepted a $373,852 grant for the Six Rivers Trail. A discussion on reduced utility rates for low-income citizens was held, with further research requested.

• Awarded Complete Streets Improvements Project to PR Worth (4-0)
• Adopted amended salary schedule for FY 2022 (4-0)
• Confirmed judges Imboden, Burchett, and Hays for Municipal Court (4-0)
• Accepted $373,852 SWRTPO grant for Six Rivers Trail Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $463,600.05 in December invoices (4-0)