Columbia County public meetings in 2024
54 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to potentially take action on a contract for professional services with the County Coroner. The meeting is scheduled for December 30, 2024, at 9:00 AM.
- Call to order and pledge of allegiance
- Executive session for personnel matters
- Potential action: Contract for Professional Services - County Coroner
The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on December 30, 2024, and took one substantive action: it unanimously approved an agency assist agreement for professional services with Lisa Webber for coroner services. The board also held a 50-minute executive session on personnel, during which direction was given but no action was taken.
- Adopted agency assist agreement with Lisa Webber for coroner services (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss the Columbia County Rural Library budget and approve employee insurance costs. The agenda includes executive sessions for personnel and litigation, as well as an audit exit conference with the Assistant State Auditor.
- Discussion: Columbia County Rural Library Budget
- Action Item: Employee Insurance Costs
- Action Item: Dark Fiber Install Agreement
- Executive Session: Personnel (Interview: County Coroner)
- Executive Session: Litigation
The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting with no substantive decisions until the afternoon, when it unanimously approved covering the maximum deductible, out-of-pocket, and prescription costs for county employees under the PEBB 2,3,5 plan, at $4,250 per individual and $8,750 per family, plus EAP and long-term disability costs. The Board also unanimously approved a dark fiber install agreement with the Columbia County Port. Earlier items were informational or executive sessions with no action taken.
- Approved county coverage of max insurance deductible/out-of-pocket/prescription costs at $4,250 individual / $8,750 family, plus EAP and LTD (unanimous)
- Approved dark fiber install agreement with Columbia County Port and authorized Chair to sign (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings to amend the 2024 budget and adopt budgets for 2025. The meeting includes discussions on a golf course contract and a planning fee schedule amendment. Other items include fund transfers and the approval of November warrants totaling $2,015,268.35.
- Public hearings for 2024 budget amendments and 2025 budget adoptions
- Resolution #2024-42 Planning and Building Fee Schedule Amendment
- November Warrants #46040-46404 and Direct Deposits for $2,015,268.35
- Discussion on Golf Course Contract and WSDA Grant Agreement Amendment
- Liquor and Cannabis License Renewals for Cedar Rain Spirits and Blue Mountain Culitivation, LLC
The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2025 budgets (current expense, public works, various) and approved a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for employees. They also approved several resolutions, including fund transfers, a fee schedule amendment, and a voluntary abatement policy. All votes were unanimous.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-38 amending 2024 budgets (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-39 adopting 2025 current expense budget (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-40 adopting 2025 public works budget (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-41 adopting 2025 various budgets (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 salary schedule with 3% COLA (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-42 amending Planning and Building fee schedule (unanimous)
- Reappointed Doug Maxey to Planning Commission for 4 years (unanimous)
- Adopted Voluntary Abatement Policy (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will consider several actions at its special meeting. Items include a PEBB contract, a resolution for multiple public works projects, an amendment to the 2024 solid waste fee schedule, and the 2025 Annual Construction Program with a six‑year transportation improvement plan. The meeting also includes a discussion of the county salary schedule and cost‑of‑living adjustments, and an executive session on potential litigation.
- Action Item: PEBB Contract (Human Resources)
- Resolution #2024-37 CRP for Multiple Projects (Public Works)
- Resolution #2024-36 Amending the 2024 Solid Waste Fee Schedule (Public Hearing)
- Resolution #2024-35 2025 Annual Construction Program and Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (Public Hearing)
- Discussion: Salary Schedule and COLA Increases (Auditor)
The Board unanimously approved the PEBB contract for 2025, adopted Resolution #2024-37 for multiple county road preservation projects, adopted Resolution #2024-39 amending the 2025 solid waste fee schedule, and adopted Resolution #2024-35 for the 2025 annual construction program and 2025-2030 transportation improvement program. Discussions were held on budgets and coroner services, but no action was taken on those items.
- Approved PEBB contract for 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-37 for 2025 county road preservation projects (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-39 amending 2025 solid waste fee schedule (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-35 for 2025 construction program and 2025-2030 transportation plan (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing on the Columbia County Franchise Agreement 24-01. It will also consider several levy certifications and resolutions related to road levies, road restrictions, and the Soldiers and Sailors Fund. Additional agenda items include a budget hearing, a technology policy update, and a discussion on dark fiber installation.
- Resolution #2024-33: 2025 Diversion of Road Levy
- Resolution #2024-34: Notice of Restrictions on County Roads
- Public hearing: Columbia County Franchise Agreement 24-01
- Resolution #2024-29: Current Expense Levy Certification
- Resolution #2024-30: County Road Levy Certification
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the 2025 levy certifications for all taxing districts, including 1% increases for the current expense, county road, and EMS levies. They also adopted an updated technology policy, a franchise agreement with Intermountain Infrastructure Group, and resolutions for road fund diversion and road restrictions. Public hearings were set for December 16 for budget amendments and 2025 budget adoption.
- Adopted updated county technology policy (unanimous)
- Approved franchise agreement with Intermountain Infrastructure Group, LLC (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-33 diverting road funds to current expense fund for 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-34 on restrictions for county roads (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-29 raising current expense levy by 1% for 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-30 raising county road levy by 1% for 2025 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-31 raising EMS District Levy by 1% for 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved 2025 levy certifications for all taxing districts (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to address a specific action item regarding the WCRG. The board will consider a Letter of Intent to Withdraw.
- Letter of Intent to Withdraw regarding WCRG renewal
The Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to sign a letter of intent to withdraw from the Washington Counties Risk Group (WCRG) after a rate increase of over 70%. The decision allows the county to shop for lower risk insurance rates, with broker Adam Hodges coordinating the search. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved letter of intent to withdraw from WCRG (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will discuss county contracts and equipment. The board is scheduling public hearings regarding solid waste fees and the 6-year plan and annual construction program.
- Seasonal Road Closure Resolution 2024-27
- Public hearing setting for solid waste fee
- Public hearing setting for 6-year plan and annual construction program
- PEBB Medical Contract
- Weed Board appointment
The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting and took several actions. They unanimously adopted Resolution #2024-28, which schedules winter closures of certain county roads, and unanimously appointed Matt Talbott to the Weed Board. The board also approved the Auditor as signing authority for the 457 plan. Several items were discussed but not decided, including the PEBB medical contract (tabled), insurance renewals (action scheduled for Nov. 26), and a possible boat purchase from the Walla Walla Sheriff's Office.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-28 on winter road closures (unanimous)
- Appointed Matt Talbott to Weed Board, position #2, term 1/1/2025-12/31/2028 (unanimous)
- Approved Auditor as signing authority for Administration 457 Plan (unanimous)
- Tabled PEBB medical contract discussion
- Scheduled special meeting for Nov. 26 to act on 2025 insurance renewals
- Set public hearing for Dec. 9 on solid waste fee schedule
- Set public hearing for Dec. 9 on 6-year Transportation Improvement Plan
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a public hearing on the Treasurer’s Office 2025 fee schedule and consider a resolution establishing it (Resolution #2024-26). A public hearing will be held on a franchise agreement with Intermountain Infrastructure Group, LLC and a purchasing resolution for Western Star Truck (Resolution #2024-27). The Juvenile Justice 2025 preliminary budget will be reviewed, and the Emergency Management department will consider a Homeland Security Grant Program agreement. The Board will also approve meeting minutes, October warrants #45641-46039, and direct deposits totaling $2,795,475.51.
- Public hearing: Treasurer’s Office 2025 fee schedule amendment (Resolution #2024-26)
- Public hearing: Franchise Agreement with Intermountain Infrastructure Group, LLC
- Purchasing Agreement and Authorizing Resolution #2024-27 for Western Star Truck
- Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement (Emergency Management)
- Approval of October warrants #45641-46039 and Direct Deposits $2,795,475.51
The Board of Commissioners approved several items, including a new Western Star truck, the Treasurer's Office 2025 fee schedule, a Homeland Security grant, a payroll change, and GovPilot software for Planning. Public hearings were set for December 2 and December 16. No action was taken on department head reports, juvenile justice budget, or executive session.
- Approved Resolution #2024-27 to purchase a 2024 Western Star Truck (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #2024-26 establishing Treasurer's Office 2025 fee schedule (unanimous)
- Approved Homeland Security grant E25-213 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change form for Liz Quigg (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of GovPilot software for Planning Department (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes for November 4, 12, and 14, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved October warrants #45641-46039 totaling $2,795,475.51 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting featuring a department head summit. The body will discuss a new county building and ER&R vehicles, followed by an executive session regarding personnel.
- Discussion of new county building
- Discussion of ER&R vehicles
- Executive session regarding personnel (RCW 42.30.110(1)(G))
The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on November 14, 2024, to discuss department relocations to the new building at 115 E Main Street, including timelines, costs, security, and remodeling. They also discussed combining ER&R vehicles for shared use with per-department billing, but no action was taken on either item. An executive session on personnel was held, but no direction or action resulted. The meeting adjourned with no substantive decisions.
- No action taken on department move discussions
- No action taken on ER&R vehicle sharing proposal
- No action taken in executive session on personnel
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to review the Sheriff's ER&R budget. The meeting also includes a miscellaneous items section.
- Budget review for Sheriff's ER&R
The Board of Commissioners held a work session on November 12, 2024, reviewing the Sheriff's ER&R preliminary budget and discussing a potential wolf nuisance resolution and the move to a new building. No formal votes or actions were taken; all items were for discussion only.
- Reviewed 2025 Sheriff's ER&R preliminary budget (no action)
- Discussed wolf nuisance resolution (no action)
- Scheduled special meeting for Nov 14 to tour new building at 115 E Main St
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review 2025 preliminary budgets for the Extension Office, Prosecuting Attorney, Auditor, and Public Works. The board will also set a public hearing for the Treasurer's Office Fee Schedule and consider a short plat approval.
- Public hearing setting for Treasurer's Office Fee Schedule
- Approval of Kellogg Hollow Short Plat SP 2024-03
- Resolution #2024-24 regarding Health Care Authority for WA State Insurance Plans
- Resolution #2024-25 to transfer FCZD Funds
- 2025 Preliminary Budget Reviews for four county departments
The Board approved the Kellogg Hollow Short Plat SP 2024-03, adopted Resolution #2024-24 to switch the county's medical insurance broker to PEBB, and adopted Resolution #2024-25 to transfer funds from the Flood Control Zone District Fund. A public hearing for a postage fee increase was set for November 18, 2024. Several 2025 preliminary budget reviews were held with no action taken.
- Approved Kellogg Hollow Short Plat SP 2024-03 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-24 to adopt WA State insurance plans via PEBB (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-25 for fund transfers from Flood Control Zone District Fund (unanimous)
- Set public hearing for postage fee increase on Nov 18, 2024
- Approved meeting minutes of Oct 21 and 28, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to conduct preliminary 2025 budget reviews for multiple county departments. The board will also consider a procurement policy for Public Works and a bid award for the Sale Barn Project.
- Resolution #2024-22 Procurement Policy for Columbia County Public Works
- Bid Award for the Sale Barn Project
- 2024 3rd Quarter Financial Review by the Finance Committee
- 2025 Preliminary Budget Reviews for Assessor, HR, Extension Office, Planning and Building, and Superior Court/County Clerk
- Executive session regarding litigation under RCW 42.30.110(1)(I)
The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted an updated County Procurement Policy. They also approved a bid for siding and roofing work at the fairgrounds. Several 2025 preliminary budgets were reviewed, but no action was taken on them.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-22 updating the County Procurement Policy (Unanimous)
- Approved $93,196.90 bid from Cascade Industrial Services for fairgrounds sale barn siding and roofing (Unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will review a bond proposal for the County Engineer and adopt two procurement resolutions, including a sole‑source purchase of a used field shop truck. They will also open a bid for sale barn siding and roofing replacement, discuss a fund transfer from the Flood Control Zone District, and consider a recommendation for a Planning Commissioner seat. Additional items include health department updates, preliminary budget reviews for public health, emergency management and the sheriff, and several miscellaneous approvals such as liquor license renewals and warrant payments.
- Bid Opening: Sale Barn Siding/Roofing Replacement
- Resolution #2024-22 Columbia County Procurement Policy
- Resolution #2024-23 Sole Source Purchase Used Field Shop Truck
- Bond for County Engineer
- Liquor License Renewal: Dumas Station Wines, LLC
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved several items, including a sole-source purchase of a used field shop truck (Resolution #2024-23), a Deputy Treasurer job description, a planning commission appointment, a cell phone request, a county engineer bond, and $3,000 in Hotel/Motel funds for the Christmas Kickoff. A bid opening for fairgrounds siding/roof replacement was held, but no award was made; review is pending. The 2025 Procurement Policy resolution was tabled for further review.
- Approved $3,000 Hotel/Motel funds for Chamber of Commerce Christmas Kickoff (motion by Hall)
- Approved Deputy Treasurer job description (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-23 for sole source purchase of used field shop truck (unanimous)
- Appointed Paul Andersen to Planning Commission Seat #1 (unanimous)
- Approved cell phone request for Deputy Clerk Felice Wiens (unanimous)
- Approved $100,000 bond for County Engineer from McDonald Zaring Insurance (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of October 7 and 14, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved September warrants #45300-45640 and direct deposits totaling $1,857,484.95 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will consider a bond proposal for the County Engineer. They will discuss the WCIF Master Application and related insurance matters. An executive session will address personnel issues under state law. The County District Court and IT department will review their 2025 preliminary budgets.
- Bond proposal for County Engineer
- WCIF Master Application and insurance discussion
- Executive session on personnel (RCW 42.30.110(1)(G))
- 2025 preliminary budget review – County District Court
- 2025 preliminary budget review – County IT department
The Board unanimously approved sending an application to PEBB to switch the county's health insurance, with ancillaries remaining with WCIF. The Board also directed staff to move forward with a paint striping project, with the contract to be signed the following week. Several 2025 preliminary budget reviews and an executive session on personnel were held, but no action was taken on those items.
- Approved application to PEBB to switch health insurance, ancillaries stay with WCIF (unanimous)
- Directed Grant Morgan to proceed with paint striping project; contract to be signed next week
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board will discuss REHN reimbursements and receive an update on the Knoblock Apartments project. Commissioners will approve the September 16 and 23, 2024 meeting minutes. They will consider Resolution #2024-21 to purchase the property at 115 E Main St. with ARPA/LATCF funds and review a cooperative agreement for the local burn permitting authority.
- Resolution #2024-21: Purchase property at 115 E Main St. using ARPA/LATCF funds
- Discussion of REHN reimbursements (Human Resources)
- Update on Knoblock Apartments (BMAC)
- Approval of September 16 & 23, 2024 meeting minutes
- Cooperative agreement for local burn permitting authority
The Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution #2024-21 to purchase property at 115 E Main Street using ARPA/LATCF funds. They also unanimously approved minutes from September 16 and 23, and renewed the local burn permitting authority agreement with the Conservation District for 2025-2026. The Board discussed but took no action on insurance reimbursements, and noted that Blue Mountain Action Council is no longer purchasing the Knoblock apartments, so the $40,000 pledge is no longer needed.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-21 to purchase 115 E Main St with ARPA/LATCF funds (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of September 16 and 23, 2024 (unanimous)
- Renewed local burn permitting authority agreement with Conservation District for 2025-2026 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will discuss several items, including an update on the Golf Course Irrigation Project, a contract for abatement services, and the renewal and rates for the 2025 WCIF. The meeting also includes a review of the 2025 preliminary budget and an addendum to the 2024 Indigent Defense Court contracts.
- Update on Golf Course Irrigation Project
- Contract for Services – Abatement
- 2025 WCIF Renewal and Rates
- 2025 Preliminary Budget Review
- Addendum to the 2024 Indigent Defense Court Contracts
The Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on September 23, 2024, and took two unanimous actions: approving a contract for abatement services with Kyle's Towing for property on Tucannon Road, and approving an addendum to the 2024 Superior Court and District Court Indigent Defense Contracts for October through December. Discussions were held on the Touchet Valley Golf Course Irrigation Project, 2025 WCIF rates, and the 2025 preliminary budget, but no decisions were made on those items.
- Approved contract for abatement services with Kyle's Towing (unanimous)
- Approved addendum to 2024 indigent defense contracts for Oct-Dec (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will discuss a public works compensatory time policy, approve a grant, and consider a real estate acquisition. They will also adopt Resolution #2024-20 for the 2025 Comprehensive Plan amendment and review a large risk‑pool claim payment of $1,237,489.26. A joint meeting will address adding a second superior court judge for Asotin, Columbia, and Garfield counties.
- Grant approval (details not specified)
- Real estate acquisition (details not specified)
- Executive session: contract negotiations under RCW 42.30.110(1)(d)
- Resolution #2024-20: adopt findings for 2025 Comprehensive Plan amendment
- Risk Pool Deductible Claim Payments of $1,237,489.26
The Board unanimously approved a $530,000 offer to purchase the REA/Pulp Building at 115 W Main Street from Northwest Straw Pulp LLC, with a 30-day feasibility period. They also adopted Resolution #2024-20 for the 2025 comprehensive plan annual update, moved a Board of Health member between positions, and approved routine financial items. Several discussions were held without action, including Indian Relay Races, compensatory time, and a joint meeting on adding a second Superior Court judge.
- Approved $530,000 offer to purchase REA building (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-20 for 2025 comprehensive plan update (unanimous)
- Moved Nancy Laughery to position #2 on Board of Health (unanimous)
- Authorized payment of risk pool deductible to WCRG (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of September 3 and 9, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved July warrants and direct deposits totaling $1,237,489.26 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the Clean Energy Tax Impacts Task Force and a Request for Proposals for the County Coroner position. The meeting includes a discussion on the indigent defense contract and an executive session regarding litigation.
- Clean Energy Tax Impacts Task Force discussion
- County Coroner Position RFP
- Indigent Defense Contract discussion
- Executive Session regarding litigation RCW 42.30.110(1)(i)
The Board held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed issuing an RFP for the county coroner's position and agreed to send an indigent defense contract to Ashley Kulberg for review. An executive session on real estate acquisition was held with no action taken.
- Discussed issuing RFP for coroner position
- Agreed to send indigent defense contract to Ashley Kulberg for review
- Held executive session on real estate acquisition; no action taken
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss budgetary support for an additional Superior Court Judge for Asotin, Columbia, and Garfield Counties. The body will also review equipment purchases and service agreements for public works and the treasurer's office.
- Resolution #2024-19: Budgetary support for a second Superior Court Judge
- Purchase Agreement for a road widener
- Agreement for an online auction portal
- Special occasion liquor license for the Chamber of Commerce
- Friends of the Fairgrounds grant application
The Board authorized the engineer to purchase a road widener from Western States and to apply for CRAB grant funds for the Tucannon Road project, both unanimously. It also approved a payroll step increase for the 4H coordinator, with one abstention, and discussed but took no action on several other items.
- Authorized purchase of road widener from Western States (unanimous)
- Authorized grant application for Tucannon Road project (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change for Siera Hall from step 15 to 17 (2-1, Hall abstained)
- Approved meeting minutes of August 19 and 26, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will open a bid for equipment needed for the Road Widener project. Two executive sessions will be held to discuss personnel matters under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g) and RCW 42.30.100(1)(g). No other items are on the agenda.
- Bid opening for Road Widener equipment
- Executive session on personnel (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g))
- Executive session on personnel (RCW 42.30.100(1)(g))
The Board of Commissioners held a work session with no formal votes. A bid of $77,583.02 for a road widener was opened, with funding to come from the road budget; action will be taken next week. Several executive sessions were held for real estate and personnel matters, but no action was taken.
- Opened road widener bid of $77,583.02; action deferred to next week
- Held executive session on real estate acquisition; no action taken
- Held executive sessions on personnel; no action taken
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will discuss a range of items, including a compensation study presentation by Human Resources, payroll changes for emergency dispatchers, and employee stipend policies for the Sheriff’s Office. The board will consider an interlocal agreement with the City of Dayton for certified acceptance services and review several administrative matters such as health department minutes, an interagency agreement with the State Department of Agriculture, and a liquor license renewal. Financial items include July warrants and direct deposits totaling $2,710,638.57, and a request for proposals for 2025 indigent defense contracts.
- Interlocal Agreement for Certified Acceptance Services between City of Dayton and Columbia County
- July Warrants #44505-44916 and Direct Deposits totaling $2,710,638.57
- Request for RFQ: 2025 Indigent Defense Contracts
- Discussion of Employee Stipends for Columbia County Sheriff
- Liquor License Renewal for The Last Resort and KOA
The Board of Commissioners approved retention performance stipends of $2,000 for four dispatchers and a separate $2,000 stipend for Audrey Watson, along with payroll step increases for seven dispatchers. They also approved an interlocal agreement with Dayton for a $2.2 million paving project, continued sheriff stipends, and approved July warrants totaling $2,710,638.57. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed without action.
- Approved $2,000 retention stipends for dispatchers Johnson, Brown, Casimira, Baxter (unanimous)
- Approved payroll step increases for dispatchers Johnson, Brown, Casimira, Baxter, Watson, Winegarden, Holt (unanimous)
- Approved $2,000 retention stipend for dispatcher Audrey Watson (unanimous)
- Continued stipends for Sheriff Helm and Under Sheriff Patterson until chief deputy filled or year-end (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal agreement with Dayton for 4th Street paving ($2.2M grant) (unanimous)
- Approved updated job description for building inspector/fire marshal/code enforcement official (unanimous)
- Approved July warrants #44505-44916 totaling $2,710,638.57 (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of August 5 and 12, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss a potential action item regarding a resolution and to review updates on staffing and the RACOM contract. The agenda also includes a contract with The Wesley Group.
- Potential Action Item: Resolution #2024-18
- Updates: Staffing and RACOM Contract
- Action Item: The Wesley Group 2024 Contract
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on August 12, 2024, and adopted Resolution #2024-18 regarding the disposal or sale of surplus materials. A request to increase dispatcher pay by $1.50/hour and provide a $2,000 stipend was discussed but no action was taken, with further discussions planned. The board also approved the annual contract with the Wesley Group for 2024.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-18 on surplus material disposal (unanimous)
- Approved annual contract with Wesley Group for 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will review a scope change and a contract with Don Jackson Excavation, LLC for the Lower Hogeye Road project. Other agenda items include discussion of excess levy funds, requests for hotel and motel funding for local events, and an update on the sheriff's digital forensics program with a funding request. The meeting also covers a memorandum of agreement with Washington State University Extension and the 2nd quarter finance report.
- Scope change for Lower Hogeye Road Project
- Contract with Don Jackson Excavation, LLC for Lower Hogeye Road Project
- Discussion of excess levy funds (Parks and Recreation District)
- Requests for hotel/motel funds for All Wheels Weekend and Dayton Music Festival
- Update on Digital Forensics Program and request for Law and Justice Funds (Sheriff's Office)
The Board unanimously voted to join multi-county litigation against DSHS over juvenile detention concerns, approved a scope change and contract for the Lower Hogeye Road Project, and authorized $3,000 each from Hotel/Motel funds for Chamber of Commerce advertising for All Wheels Weekend and a music festival. It also granted $6,000 from the law and justice fund for a digital forensics program, approved the WSU Extension MOA and related job descriptions, and reappointed two members to the Board of Equalization. No action was taken on public records staffing, emergency management updates, or the finance report.
- Joined litigation against DSHS concerning juvenile defenders (unanimous)
- Approved scope change and additional funds request for Lower Hogeye Project (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Don Jackson Excavating for Lower Hogeye Project (unanimous)
- Approved $3,000 each from Hotel/Motel funds for All Wheels Weekend and Music Festival advertising (unanimous)
- Granted $6,000 from law and justice fund for digital forensics program (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 MOA between WSU Extension and Columbia County (unanimous)
- Approved job description for part-time fill-in office manager for extension agency (unanimous)
- Approved salary schedule for part-time noxious weed technician (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review a bid recommendation for the Lower Hogeye Road Project. The board will also consider a request from the Blue Mountain Action Council for a letter of support regarding a real estate purchase.
- Bid recommendation for Lower Hogeye Road Project
- Letter of support request from Blue Mountain Action Council for real estate purchase
- Executive session regarding personnel
The Board of Commissioners awarded the Lower Hogeye Road Project bid to Don Jackson Excavating LLC and approved a letter of support and $40,000 donation to Blue Mountain Action Council for the Knoblock apartments purchase, using homelessness funds. Both motions passed unanimously. An executive session on personnel was held with no action taken.
- Awarded Lower Hogeye Road Project bid to Don Jackson Excavating LLC (unanimous)
- Approved letter of support to Blue Mountain Action Council (unanimous)
- Approved $40,000 donation for Knoblock apartments purchase using homelessness funds (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will review a request for a letter of support for a real estate purchase, open bids for the Lower Hogeye Project, and discuss a short plat and an interlocal agreement. The meeting also includes approval of past minutes, warrant payments, and a liquor license renewal.
- Letter of Support for Real Estate Purchase (Blue Mountain Action Council)
- Bid Opening: Lower Hogeye Project (Public Works)
- Werry Short Plat 2024-02 (Planning and Building)
- Interlocal Cooperation Agreement with Walla Walla County for Inspection Services
- Liquor License Renewal: Ski Bluewood ($2,354,189.94 warrants approved)
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved the Werry Short Plat #2024-02 and an interlocal cooperation agreement with Walla Walla County for inspection services, pending the Prosecuting Attorney's approval. The Board also approved a part-time noxious-weed field technician job description, June warrants totaling $2,354,189.94, and prior meeting minutes. A bid opening was held for the Lower Hogeye Project, but no contract was awarded; the engineer will review bids and recommend an award at the next meeting. The Board held three executive sessions and took no action in any of them.
- Approved Werry Short Plat #2024-02 (unanimous)
- Approved interlocal cooperation agreement with Walla Walla County for inspection services, pending Prosecuting Attorney approval (unanimous)
- Approved part-time noxious-weed field technician job description (unanimous)
- Approved June warrants #44163-44504, excluding districts, totaling $2,354,189.94 (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of July 1 and 8, 2024 (unanimous)
- Allowed Tim Dyke to grant 911 information access to Micheal Fields under a working contract with E911 and Emergency Management (unanimous)
- Held bid opening for Lower Hogeye Project; no award made, engineer to review and recommend at next meeting
- Held three executive sessions (contract negotiations, personnel, real estate acquisition); no action taken in any
Board of Commissioners
This special meeting includes action items for Columbia County Emergency Management regarding a RACOM quote and an E911 grant. The agenda also includes executive sessions for personnel matters and real estate acquisition.
- RACOM Quote
- E911 Grant
- Payroll Change Forms
The Board authorized a contract for emergency management equipment updates and approved temporary stipends for two employees. Two executive sessions were held regarding personnel and real estate, but no actions were taken during those sessions.
- Authorized RACOM bid ECLQ 324-1109 for $20,388.44 to update Delaney repeater (Unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 temporary stipends for Desi Lockard and Nancy Berensten (Unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review an IT payroll change form and approve minutes from June meetings. Several executive sessions are scheduled regarding contract negotiations, personnel, and potential litigation. A reminder was also noted that preliminary budgets are due in August.
- IT payroll change form
- Public Works contract negotiations (executive session)
- Personnel matters (executive session)
- Potential litigation (executive session)
- Approval of June meeting minutes
The Board unanimously directed the Prosecuting Attorney to join a class action lawsuit against Kroger regarding the opioid settlement. Commissioners rejected a proposal to use a county compost site for a private garbage-to-dirt grinding test due to ecological concerns. The Board also approved several staff payroll increases and hiring plans for the Weed Board.
- Directed Prosecuting Attorney to join Kroger opioid class action suit (unanimous)
- Denied proposal to use compost site for private garbage grinding test
- Approved payroll increase for Johnathan Quigg from step 23 to 25 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll increases for Jon Johnson and Megan Brown from step 2 to 3 (unanimous)
- Approved hiring part-time staff for Weed Board office and White Briony weed control
- Approved meeting minutes for June 17, 18, 20, and 24, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss the compost site. The meeting also includes executive sessions regarding Parks and Recreation contract negotiations and Human Resources personnel matters.
- Compost site discussion
- Parks and Recreation contract negotiations
- Human Resources personnel matters
- Letter of support for Project Timothy
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a work session on June 24, 2024, to discuss a compost site use, hold executive sessions on contract negotiations and personnel, and review a letter of support. The minutes note no final actions or votes were taken during the executive sessions.
- Discussed Dave Dressler's company BERRI using the county compost site and formed a committee
- Held an executive session regarding contract negotiations with no action taken
- Held an executive session regarding personnel with no action taken
- Expressed no objections to signing a letter of support for Project Timothy drafted by Commissioner Rundell
Board of Commissioners
This special meeting consists of a Department Head Summit at the Columbia County Fairgrounds Youth Building. No other specific agenda items are listed for this session.
- Department Head Summit
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on June 20, 2024. The session consisted of a Department Head Summit discussing topics like risk pool services, PRA requests, and employee procedures. The minutes explicitly state that no action was taken during the meeting.
- No action taken on discussed topics
- Meeting adjourned at 2:15 PM
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners has scheduled a special meeting for June 18, 2024. The agenda is limited to an executive session concerning personnel.
- Executive Session regarding personnel
The Board of Commissioners convened for a special meeting to conduct an executive session regarding personnel matters. No formal actions were taken during the meeting, and the session adjourned at 4:20 pm.
- Held executive session on personnel (no action taken)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will review updates to the Cooperative Parks Master Plan and new code enforcement ordinances. The agenda also includes a discussion on a compost site and a request for hotel/motel funds by Swim the Snake. Additionally, the board will process payroll changes and warrants totaling $1,795,901.48.
- Resolution #2024-16: 2024 Update of the Cooperative Parks Master Plan
- Ordinance 2024-01: Amendments to Code Enforcement
- Request for Hotel/Motel Funds from Swim the Snake
- Approval of May Warrants totaling $1,795,901.48
- Compensation Study Proposal update and approval
The Board of Commissioners approved May warrants totaling $1,795,901.48 and adopted updates to the Cooperative Parks Master Plan and county code enforcement. The Board also accepted the resignation of Emergency Management Director Tina Bobbitt and authorized a compensation study using ARPA or LATCF funds.
- Approved May warrants #43788-44162 and direct deposits of $1,795,901.48 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-16 updating the Cooperative Parks Master Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance 2024-01 amending Chapter 19.05 and adding Chapter 19.30 to code enforcement (unanimous)
- Approved $1,000 in Hotel/Motel funds for Swim the Snake event (unanimous)
- Accepted resignation of Emergency Management Director Tina Bobbitt
- Authorized HRCC compensation study and job analysis (unanimous)
- Approved payroll changes for employees in Auditor, Emergency Management, and Public Health departments (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from June 3 and 10, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will review maintenance needs for Dispatch and Courthouse UPS systems. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding personnel matters and a resolution to transfer county property to the City of Dayton.
- Resolution #2024-17 transferring ownership of County Property to the City of Dayton
- Maintenance report and needs for Dispatch/Courthouse UPS
- Executive session regarding personnel
The Board of Commissioners approved the transfer of county-owned public restrooms at Flour Mill Park to the City of Dayton. The transfer is for $1500.00 and is pending the City's approval.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-17 to transfer ownership of restrooms to the City of Dayton for $1500 (Unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will discuss the Columbia County Compost Site and review an ADA proposal from Coffman and Associates. The meeting also includes a presentation on the HRCC Compensation Study and a discussion regarding the potential sale of surplus property.
- Jones Concrete and Excavation contract for Parking Lot Pavement Project
- ADA Proposal from Coffman and Associates
- HRCC Compensation Study Presentation
- Liquor License Application: KOA at Lyons Ferry Marina
- Potential sale of surplus property
The Board of Commissioners approved a contract with Jones Concrete and Excavation for the Courthouse parking lot paving project, with work to begin June 17. The Board also approved a $70,000 ADA Transition Plan proposal from Coffman Engineers. Several executive sessions were held on personnel and litigation matters, with no action taken. Other discussions on recycling, compensation study, and property matters were held with no decisions.
- Approved contract with Jones Excavating for Courthouse Parking Lot Pavement Project (unanimous)
- Approved ADA proposal from Coffman and Associates for $70,000 (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of May 20 and 28, 2024 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session to review compensation study proposals and conduct personnel-related executive sessions. The meeting also includes a request regarding a historical plaque.
- Compensation study proposals discussion
- Request to move historical plaque from Blue Mountain Heritage Society
- Executive session regarding personnel
- Executive session regarding contract negotiations
The Board of Commissioners held a work session featuring three executive sessions regarding personnel and contract negotiations. No formal actions were taken during those sessions. The Board agreed to the relocation of a historical plaque.
- Approved request to move historical Brining Hospital plaque to the Blue Mountain Heritage Society Museum
Board of Commissioners
The Commission will review department updates and various administrative actions. Items include job descriptions for the Assessor's Office and Public Works, a bid opening for courthouse parking lot paving, and emergency management grant discussions.
- Bid Opening: Courthouse Parking Lot Paving Project
- Resolution #2024-15 amending the Six Year Transportation Improvement Plan
- Faith Chapel Short Plat 2024-01
- April Warrants and Direct Deposits totaling $1,960,366.90
- FY23 HLS Grant Agreement discussion
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved a temporary clerk job description and payroll change for the Assessor's office, approved the Faith Chapel Short Plat 2024-01, and adopted Resolution #2024-15 amending the Six Year Transportation Plan to increase funding. The Board also approved a $10,018 Homeland Security Grant for fiscal year 2023, approved April warrants totaling $1,960,366.90, and authorized temporary $1,000 monthly stipends for Joe Helm and Robbie Patterson through August 15, 2024. A courthouse paving bid opening was held with three bids received; the Engineer will review qualifications and recommend awarding to the lowest bidder. Two executive sessions were held with no action taken.
- Approved temporary clerk job description and amended salary schedule for Assessor's office (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change form for Brenda Baker as temporary clerk at step 9 (unanimous)
- Approved Faith Chapel Short Plat 2024-01 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-15 amending Six Year Transportation Plan to increase funding (unanimous)
- Approved Engineering Tech 2 job description and payroll change for Stephanie Konen at step 3 (unanimous)
- Approved amended Shop Foreman/Mechanic job description with apprenticeship program (unanimous)
- Approved Homeland Security Grant for FY2023 in the amount of $10,018.00 with ending date of 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved April warrants excluding districts #434 25-43787 and direct deposits in the amount of $1,960,366.90 (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board will hold a work session to discuss staffing with the Columbia County Sheriff. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding personnel matters.
- Discussion: Sheriff staffing
- Executive Session: Personnel
The Board of Commissioners discussed staffing and workload increases within the Sheriff's Department. No actions were taken during an executive session regarding personnel.
- Directed Sheriff Helm to submit payroll change forms for stipend increases for himself and Undersheriff Patterson
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will open bids for asphalt supplies and review a request for tax funds from Blue Mountain Counseling. The meeting includes discussions on salary schedules, compensation proposals, and insurance updates.
- Bid opening for 2024 Hot Mix Asphalt Supply
- Bid opening for 2024 Emulsified Asphalt Supply
- Tax funds request from Blue Mountain Counseling
- Updated salary schedule from the Columbia County Auditor
- Special Occasion Liquor License for the Chamber of Commerce
The Board of Commissioners approved a change in tax fund allocations for Blue Mountain Counseling and authorized the hiring of one additional dispatcher. Several payroll changes and a salary schedule amendment for Parks and Recreation were also approved.
- Approved changing Blue Mountain Counseling tax funds to half of the allotted 1% (unanimous)
- Authorized the Chair to sign the Older American's Month proclamation (unanimous)
- Approved changing Emergency Management title from Program Manager to E-911 Operations Manager (unanimous)
- Directed Emergency Management to hire one additional dispatcher
- Approved payroll step increase (step 5 to 6) for Tiffany Baxter (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from April 15, 22, and 29, 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved adding a $30 per hour applicator line item to Parks and Recreation salary schedule (unanimous)
- Approved payroll for Sean Casseday as a temporary laborer (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is meeting for two executive sessions. These sessions are designated for discussions regarding litigation and personnel matters.
- Executive session with Columbia County Prosecuting Attorney regarding litigation
- Executive session with Columbia County Human Resources regarding personnel
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on April 29, 2024. Prosecuting Attorney Dale Slack recommended joining an additional opioid class action settlement suit, and the Board directed him to move forward without objection. The Board also held a closed executive session for personnel matters but took no public action.
- Directed Prosecuting Attorney Dale Slack to join an additional opioid class action settlement suit
- Held closed executive session for personnel matters (no public action taken)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to address administrative updates and departmental budgets. The body is considering resolutions regarding court filing fees and the county coroner. Discussions will also cover emergency management staffing and compensation consulting.
- Resolution #2024-13 regarding Superior Court Filing Fees
- Resolution #2024-14 regarding County Coroner
- Emergency Management department budget, salaries, benefits, and new hires
- Updated job description for Public Works Shop Foreman-Mechanic
- 911 Excise Tax state report
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a special meeting on April 22, 2024. The board unanimously approved a revised job description for Shop Foreman/Mechanic, adopted Resolution #2024-13 establishing de novo filing fees for Superior Court, and adopted Resolution #2024-14 regarding the office of county coroner. A request to add two emergency dispatchers was tabled for more information, and a compensation study discussion took no action. An executive session on personnel was held; direction was given but no action taken.
- Approved revised job description for Shop Foreman/Mechanic (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-13 establishing de novo filing fees for Superior Court (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-14 for the office of county coroner (unanimous)
- Tabled request to add two emergency dispatchers pending more information
- No action taken on compensation study consulting groups
- Executive session held on personnel; direction given, no action taken
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct a first quarter financial review and discuss job descriptions for the Assessor, Superior Court, and Planning and Building departments. The meeting includes discussions on tax funds for Blue Mountain Counseling and a lease addendum for Touchet Valley Golf and Recreation.
- 2024 First Quarter Financial Review
- March 2024 Warrants and Direct Deposits totaling $1,589,992.88
- Addendum to Lease Agreement with Touchet Valley Golf and Recreation
- Discussion on Arbitration De Novo Filing Fee
- Request to advertise for an additional Public Health Nurse (RN)
The Board approved $1,589,992.88 in March 2024 warrants and adopted new job descriptions and salary schedules for Assessor, Superior Court, and Planning departments. Requests for additional mental health funding and temporary sheriff salary increases were tabled until May 6th. The Board of Health accepted a resignation and approved a $5,000 credit card limit increase.
- Approved March 2024 warrants totaling $1,589,992.88 (unanimous)
- Adopted Deputy Appraiser and Administrative Clerk job descriptions for Assessor's office (unanimous)
- Adopted Deputy Clerk job description and updated salary schedule for Superior Court (unanimous)
- Approved Planning Clerk job description for Planning and Building Department (unanimous)
- Adopted updated salary schedule for Public Works Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
- Tabled Blue Mountain Counseling request for additional mental health tax funds until May 6th
- Tabled Sheriff's request for temporary salary increases until May 6th
- Tabled TVGR lease agreement addendum for amendments
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to discuss personnel matters in executive session and review insurance updates. The board will also consider an interlocal agreement for I.T. services.
- Interlocal Agreement with Walla Walla County for I.T. Services
- 2023 Review and 2024 Updates with Clear Risk Solutions
- Executive Session regarding personnel (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g))
The Board of Commissioners approved an agreement for temporary I.T. services between Columbia County and Walla Walla County. An executive session regarding personnel was held, but no action was taken.
- Approved temporary I.T. Services agreement with Walla Walla County (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding Resolution #2024-11 to amend the 2024 budgets. The meeting also includes a public bid opening for the newspaper of record and personnel executive sessions.
- Public hearing on Resolution #2024-11 Amending the 2024 Budgets
- Public bid opening for Newspaper of Record
- Professional Services Contract between Columbia Conservation District and Cramer Fish Sciences
- Liquor License Renewal for Red Band Cellars
- Resolution #2024-12 Proclamation for Telecommunicators Week
The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution #2024-11 amending the 2024 budgets after a public hearing drew no comments. It also accepted the Dayton Chronicle's bid to serve as the county's legal newspaper of record from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and approved a monitoring contract with the Columbia County Conservation District and Cramer Fish Services. Other actions included approving a Public Works Shop Foreman-Mechanic job description, a payroll increase, and Resolution #2024-12 proclaiming April 14-20, 2024 as Telecommunicators Week. Three executive sessions on personnel were held; no action was taken.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-11 amending the 2024 budgets (unanimous)
- Accepted Dayton Chronicle bid as newspaper of record, July 1, 2024–June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved monitoring contract with Columbia County Conservation District and Cramer Fish Services; chair authorized to sign (unanimous)
- Approved Public Works Shop Foreman-Mechanic job description (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-12 proclaiming April 14-20, 2024 as Telecommunicators Week (unanimous)
- Signed payroll change form giving Christina Casimira a 1-year anniversary increase
- Approved meeting minutes from March 18 and 25, 2024 (unanimous)
- Held three personnel executive sessions; no action taken
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will conduct interviews for Library Board candidates and discuss county coroner services. The meeting includes an executive session to review candidate qualifications for a potential appointment.
- Discussion and potential action on County Coroner Services
- Interviews for Library Board candidates: Thomas Utt, Kaye Eaton, Ken Graham, Peggy James, Dale Walling, Karin Spann, and Joann Patras
- Potential appointment of a Library Board Member
- Letters of support for Friends of the Fairgrounds grant applications
The Board appointed a new member to the Columbia County Rural Library District Board. They also authorized letters of support for fairgrounds grant applications and discussed future coroner services.
- Appointed Dale Walling to the Library Board for a 5-year term (2-1)
- Authorized chair to sign grant support letters for Friends of the Fairgrounds (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates, personnel matters, and public health presentations. The board is also reviewing warrants totaling $1,683,558.25 and a support letter for the City of Dayton's wastewater treatment plant upgrade.
- Setting a public hearing for budget amendments
- Approval of February warrants #42703-43063 and direct deposits for $1,683,558.25
- Letter of support for City of Dayton Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project
- Board of Health AED purchase
- FY20 Hazard Mitigation Grant update and Thorne Radio Site and Dispatch project
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners approved February warrants totaling $1,683,558.25 and unanimously approved payroll increases for two emergency management employees. The Board also adopted an updated job description for the Emergency Management Operations Manager and reappointed Joe Huether to the WWCCACAC. Several items were tabled or discussed without action, including a shop foreman wage scale and coroner service changes.
- Approved February warrants #42703-43063 and direct deposits totaling $1,683,558.25 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll increases for Jon Johnson and Audrey Watson to step 2 effective March 1st (unanimous)
- Adopted updated job description for Emergency Management Operations Manager (unanimous)
- Reappointed Joe Huether to WWCCACAC (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes for March 4 and 11, 2024 (unanimous)
- Tabled approval of shop foreman job description and wage scale
- Set public hearing for budget amendments on April 1, 2024
- Discussed coroner services for 2025; decision deferred to March 25th
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to receive updates on facility maintenance and discuss personnel matters. The session includes reviews of job descriptions and specific administrative positions.
- Update on Blue Mountain Counseling Roofing Project
- Discussion of Public Works job descriptions and open positions
- Discussion regarding the Public Health Administrator position
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners held a special work session on March 11, 2024. The meeting focused on updates regarding facilities maintenance, public works salaries, and personnel, but no formal actions, approvals, or votes were taken. The Board welcomed Jan Strohbehn as the new Public Health Administrator and scheduled future interviews for the Library Board.
- No formal decisions or votes were taken during this work session.
- Jan Strohbehn welcomed as Public Health Administrator (starts March 16)
- Library Board interviews scheduled for March 25
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will open bids for Road Stabilization PWP 24-04 and consider a resolution to declare vehicles as surplus property. The body will also review a hotel/motel fund request for Dayton Days and a building lease for 309 E Main St.
- Bid opening for Road Stabilization PWP 24-04
- Resolution #2024-10 declaring vehicles surplus property
- Hotel/Motel Fund Request for Dayton Days
- Liquor and cannabis license renewals for Montillet and 365 Recreational Cannabis
- Building lease agreement for 309 E Main St.
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners opened bids for a road stabilization project, with GMCO submitting the low bid of $102,316.31 against an engineer's estimate of $95,814; the board directed the Engineer's Office to award to the lowest responsible bidder. The board also approved a FY22-HMEP grant, adopted Resolution #2024-10 declaring a 2006 Ford Expedition surplus, and approved $2,500 in Hotel/Motel funds for Dayton Days advertising. An executive session on personnel was held with no action taken, and the board approved a one-year lease for an office building at 309 Main Street.
- Directed Engineer's Office to award road stabilization bid to lowest responsible bidder (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-10 declaring 2006 Ford Expedition surplus property (unanimous)
- Approved FY22-HMEP grant and authorized chair to sign (unanimous)
- Approved $2,500 in Hotel/Motel funds for Dayton Days advertising (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes of February 20 and 26, 2024 (unanimous)
- Adopted one-year lease for office building at 309 Main Street beginning April 1 (unanimous)
- Executive session on personnel held; direction given, no action taken
Board of Commissioners
This special meeting focuses on administrative and personnel actions for Columbia County. The Board is scheduled to approve a job description for the Head Groundskeeper position and process payroll change forms for the Sheriff's office. Additionally, the Board will hold executive sessions to discuss personnel matters and interview a candidate for the Public Health Administrator position.
- Approval of Job Description - Head Groundskeeper
- Payroll Change Forms for Columbia County Sheriff
- Executive Session: Personnel RCW 42.30.110(1)(g)
- Interview: Public Health Administrator Position
The Board of Commissioners approved a non-union job description for the Head Groundskeeper. They also approved three payroll change forms for county employees. Two executive sessions were held regarding personnel and interviews, but no action was taken during those sessions.
- Approved non-union job description for Head Groundskeeper (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change for Robbie Patterson to step 26 (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change for Joe Helm to $93,565.00 (unanimous)
- Approved 1-step payroll increase for Brenda Baker (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on budget amendments, including creating a new health care reimbursement fund. They will also discuss a juvenile justice funding request, IT equipment donation, parks salary schedule, and other administrative items. The meeting includes a public comment session at 6 PM.
- Public hearing on Resolution #2024-07 creating a new Health Care Reimbursement Fund
- Public hearing on Resolution #2024-08 Budget Amendments
- Juvenile Justice Funding Request by Jim Pearson
- Resolution #2024-09 Parks and Recreation Salary Schedule and Organizational Chart
- Approval of warrants #42343-42702 and direct deposits totaling $1,528,743.13
The Board of Commissioners adopted resolutions to amend the 2024 current expense budget and establish a new Health Care Reimbursement Fund. Other actions included approving funding for The Club and reorganizing the Parks & Recreation Department.
- Approved $5,000 from Juvenile Justice Fund for The Club (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-07 to create Health Care Reimbursement Fund #634000 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-08 to amend 2024 current expense budget (unanimous)
- Approved donation of unused computer equipment to Blue Mountain Humane Society (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-09 for Parks and Recreation salary schedule and org chart (unanimous)
- Approved FY2023 and 2024 EMPG grant with Washington State Military Department (unanimous)
- Approved January 2024 warrants and deposits totaling $1,528,743.13 (unanimous)
- Approved $450 in annual dues to NACO (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners is meeting for a work session. They will discuss human resources topics, including the Safety Committee and employee recognition, and will hold executive sessions for personnel and real estate acquisition matters. No decisions are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural.
- Discussion of Safety Committee
- Employee Recognition discussion
- Executive session on personnel (RCW 42.30.110(1)(g))
- Executive session on real estate acquisition (RCW 42.30.110(1)(b))
The Board of Commissioners directed staff to move forward with reestablishing the county safety committee. Two executive sessions were held regarding personnel and real estate acquisition, but no formal actions were taken during those sessions.
- Directed the reestablishment of the safety committee
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with public comment, followed by discussions on public works employee job descriptions, a wage study, parks and recreation reorganization, and medical insurance planning. They will also discuss the 2024 Human Resources budget, set a public hearing on budget amendments for a Health Care Reimbursement Fund, and consider several resolutions and agreements, including setting the commissioner's salary for 2028.
- Resolution #2024-06 setting the Commissioner's Salary for 2028
- Set public hearing: Budget Amendments - Creating the Health Care Reimbursement Fund
- Discussion: Wage Study for Public Works employees
- Credit Card Request for Sheriff's office (Boudrieau)
- 2024 Intergovernmental Agreement Apportioning Salary of Court Administrator
The Board of Commissioners approved several administrative updates, including Public Works job descriptions and payroll changes. They established a wage study committee and scheduled a public hearing for February 20 to discuss budget amendments.
- Approved Public Works job descriptions (unanimous)
- Formed a wage study committee (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change forms for Delphine Bailey and Gregory Abramson (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution #2024-06 setting Commissioners Salary for 2028 (unanimous)
- Approved January 16th and 22nd meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved payment of WSAC annual dues (unanimous)
- Approved BIC Memorandum of understanding with USDA Forest Service (unanimous)
- Adopted 2024 Intergovernmental Agreement Apportioning Salary of Court Administrator (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners is holding a special meeting to discuss the Emergency Worker Program, consider a new position and a combined HR Coordinator/Deputy Clerk job description, and discuss the commissioner's salary for 2028. No final decisions are guaranteed; items are marked as potential actions or discussions.
- Discussion: Emergency Worker Program
- Potential Action Item: Payroll Change Form - New Position
- Potential Action Item: Job Description - Combined HR Coordinator/Deputy Clerk of the Board
- Discussion: Commissioner's Salary 2028
The Board of Commissioners approved a new combined job description for the HR Coordinator and Deputy Clerk of the Board. They also approved a payroll change for Ashley Kilts. No action was taken regarding Commissioner salaries for 2028.
- Approved combined HR Coordinator and Deputy Clerk job description (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change for Ashley Kilts from old step 8 to HR entry (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting covering financial reports, resolutions on property tax cancellations and road projects, and discussions on janitorial services and job descriptions. The board will also consider establishing a park and recreation district and hold an executive session for personnel matters.
- Resolution #2024-04 amending PW Budget Resolution #2023-38
- Resolution #2024-01 canceling uncollectible property tax
- Resolution #2024-03 establishing multiple county road projects
- Resolution #2024-05 establishing the Columbia County Park and Rec District
- Warrants #41975-42342 and direct deposits totaling $2,265,209.47
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners adopted multiple resolutions including updates to the 2024 Public Works budget, uncollectible property taxes, and the creation of a county park and recreation district. The board also approved December warrants totaling $2,265,209.47, payroll changes, and the reappointment of Dani Boen to the Civil Service Commission.
- Adopted Resolution #2024-04 amending the 2024 Public Works budget (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-01 regarding uncollectible property taxes (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-02 regarding CTUIR tax contribution allocation (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-03 establishing multiple county road projects (unanimous)
- Approved payroll change forms for Bigler, Christenson, Coaly, and McCauley (unanimous)
- Approved December 2023 warrants #41975-42342 and direct deposits totaling $2,265,209.47 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution #2024-05 establishing a Columbia County Park and Recreation District (unanimous)
- Reappointed Dani Boen to the Civil Service Commission for a 4-year term (unanimous)
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners is holding a work session to meet with the Columbia County Auditor and State Auditor. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding personnel.
- Audit Exit Conference with Columbia County Auditor and State Auditor
- Executive Session regarding personnel (RCW 42.30.110(1)(G))
The Columbia County Board of Commissioners met in a work session on January 8, 2024. The board received a review of findings from the 2022 County financial audit from the State Auditor's Office. An executive session was held for twenty minutes on a personnel matter under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g); no action was taken and direction was given. Commissioners Miller and Auditor Will Hutchens were sworn in as members of the 2024 Canvassing Board. The minutes record no substantive decisions.
- No substantive decisions recorded; work session only
- Executive session on personnel held (20 min); no action taken, direction given
- Miller and Hutchens sworn in to 2024 Canvassing Board
Board of Commissioners
The Board of Commissioners will appoint a Chairman and determine 2024 Board assignments. The meeting includes discussions on GCBH contracts for Blue Mountain Counseling and an extension for the FY21 SHSP (HLS) Grant. Several executive sessions are scheduled regarding personnel and interviews for a Public Health Administrator.
- GCBH Contracts 2024-2025 for Blue Mountain Counseling
- FY21 SHSP (HLS) Grant Amendment extension
- 2024 Board Assignments and Chairman Appointment
- Interviews for Public Health Administrator
The Board of Commissioners approved a contract for behavioral health services and authorized several payroll increases. The Board also appointed its 2024 Chairman and approved board assignments.
- Appointed Jack G. Miller as Chairman of the Board for 2024 (unanimous)
- Approved behavioral health services contract with Blue Mountain Counseling for Jan 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved 2024 Board Assignments (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes from December 18 and 26, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved 4 payroll change forms for 2-step increases (unanimous)