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Franklin County public meetings in 2022

30 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Tue Dec 6, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting cancelled; agenda items pulled by applicant

The Franklin County Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 6, 2022, is cancelled because the applicant requested to pull the agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting.

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Tue Dec 6, 2022

Planning Commission

Franklin County Planning Commission meets Dec. 6, 2022

The Franklin County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on December 6, 2022, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes two agenda items and approval of meeting minutes, but the specific topics are not described in the text provided. The meeting will be streamed live on YouTube.

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Tue Dec 6, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to certify eligibility lists, discuss staffing

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine civil service business. They will approve the November meeting minutes, certify eligibility lists, and receive staffing updates for commissary/visitation clerks and promotional testing for patrol deputies. The agenda is largely procedural with no public hearings scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission certifies eligibility lists for deputies and corrections

The Commission certified eligibility lists for entry-level Sheriff Deputies and entry-level Corrections positions. Members also approved the Patrol Sergeant promotional testing and scheduled the next two meetings.

Tue Nov 8, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review staffing, testing, eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive a staffing update on several sheriff and corrections positions, discuss promotional testing for patrol deputies, certify eligibility lists, and set the December meeting date. Public comment is limited to three minutes.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission certifies eligibility lists for law enforcement roles

The Commission certified eligibility lists for entry-level Corrections, lateral Corrections, and entry-level Sheriff Deputies. Members also discussed staffing rosters and upcoming promotional testing for Patrol Deputy Sergeants.

Tue Nov 8, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting with agenda packets and minutes review

The Franklin County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on November 8, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes review of meeting minutes and agenda packets. No specific substantive items are listed in the provided text.

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Thu Oct 20, 2022

Law Enforcement Officer & Firefighter (LEOFF I) Disability Board

LEOFF I Disability Board to review Q3 reimbursements and assisted living expense

The Franklin County Law Enforcement Officers' and Firefighters' Disability Board will meet to approve the July 21, 2022 meeting minutes, review and approve 2022 Quarter 3 reimbursements, and receive an update on a potential assisted living expense. The agenda is preliminary and items may be added or changed.

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✓ Decided: Disability board approves Q3 retiree reimbursements

The Franklin County LEOFF I Disability Board approved Q3 2022 reimbursements for retirees and vendors, covering July through September. The board also approved the July 2022 meeting minutes and set the next meeting for January 19, 2023. No new business was discussed, and an update on a potential assisted living expense noted no further information received.

Tue Oct 4, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to fill vacancy, review staffing and eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission is meeting to handle routine administrative matters, including approving prior meeting minutes, addressing a commission vacancy, receiving a staffing update, certifying eligibility lists, and setting the November meeting date. Public comment is limited to three minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends Gomez for vacant seat, certifies eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission recommended Mr. Gomez to the County Commissioners for appointment to fill the vacant commission seat. The Commission also certified eligibility lists for Corrections entry-level and Sheriff Deputies, and discussed a BFOQ request from the Sheriff and the practice of providing full certified lists to the Sheriff. The next meeting was set for November 8, 2022.

Tue Oct 4, 2022

Planning Commission

Franklin County Planning Commission meets to discuss agenda items

The Franklin County Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting on October 4, 2022, at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes two items, with the second item involving public comment from the Port of Pasco. The meeting is available via YouTube Live.

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Tue Sep 13, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review corrections staffing and testing

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes, receive a staffing update on corrections promotional testing and BFOQ (bona fide occupational qualifications) for corrections, certify eligibility lists, and set the next meeting date. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.

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✓ Decided: Commission certified eligibility lists for corrections and sheriff positions

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission certified eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral corrections deputies, corporals, sergeants, sheriff deputies, and sheriff support specialists. The commission also accepted member John Franklin's resignation and discussed the process for filling his vacancy. The next meeting was set for October 4, 2022.

Tue Sep 6, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews agenda items and draft minutes

The Franklin County Planning Commission is meeting to review its agenda packet, including draft minutes from a previous meeting and two agenda items. The meeting is open to the public via YouTube.

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Tue Aug 9, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to review corrections promotions and eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, receive a staffing update on corrections promotional testing, certify eligibility lists, and set the September meeting date. Public comment is limited to three minutes. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major policy decisions on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Commission recommends Jansen for vacant board seat, certifies eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission recommended Mark Jansen to the County Commissioners for appointment to the vacant Civil Service Committee position. The Commission also certified eligibility lists for entry-level corrections and law enforcement deputies, and approved the July 12, 2022 meeting minutes unanimously.

Tue Aug 2, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission regular meeting agenda, no substantive items listed

This is the agenda for the Franklin County, WA Planning Commission regular meeting on August 2, 2022. The agenda contains only procedural items—the agenda itself and a single agenda item—with no listed rezonings, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings. The meeting appears to be limited to routine administrative business.

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Thu Jul 21, 2022

Law Enforcement Officer & Firefighter (LEOFF I) Disability Board

LEOFF I Disability Board to review Q2 reimbursements, possible assisted living expense

The Franklin County Law Enforcement Officers' and Firefighters' Disability Board is meeting to approve the April 21, 2022 meeting minutes, review and approve 2022 Quarter 2 reimbursements, and discuss a potential assisted living expense. The agenda is preliminary and items may be added or changed. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Q2 reimbursements and sets October meeting

The Franklin County LEOFF I Disability Board approved the April 21, 2022 meeting minutes and the 2022 Quarter 2 reimbursements (April 1–June 30) unanimously. The board also set its next regular meeting for October 20, 2022 at 2:30 pm. A potential assisted living expense was mentioned as a heads-up, with more information expected from the family.

Tue Jul 12, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission to appoint new chairperson and chief examiner

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission will hold a general session to appoint a new chairperson and a new chief examiner, approve the June 14, 2022 meeting minutes, receive a staffing update on corrections promotional testing, certify eligibility lists, and set the August meeting date. Public comment is limited to three minutes.

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✓ Decided: Commission appoints Michelle Andres chair, Margot Wilder chief examiner

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission unanimously appointed Michelle Andres as chairperson following Terry Trulson's resignation, and unanimously appointed Margot Wilder as Chief Examiner, replacing Eric Wyant. The Commission also approved the June 14, 2022 meeting minutes, certified eligibility lists for corrections, sheriff's support, and law enforcement, and set the next meeting for August 9, 2022.

Tue Jul 5, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review agenda items and draft minutes

The Franklin County Planning Commission is meeting to review the agenda and associated materials for July 5, 2022. The agenda includes draft minutes and two agenda items, but no specific details are provided in the text.

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Tue Jun 21, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearing on 22-lot Underwood subdivision

The Franklin County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed 22-lot subdivision on 25.66 acres in the Agricultural Production 20 zone, with a rezone to Rural Community 1 pending. The commission will make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners, as it is not the final decision-making body. The agenda also includes a workshop on Title 16 Subdivisions Revision and an update on past items sent to the BoCC.

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Tue Jun 14, 2022

Civil Service Commission

Civil Service Commission certifies eligibility lists, plans new chief examiner appointment

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission met on June 14, 2022, and approved the May 10 meeting minutes. They discussed staffing updates, including corrections openings and the need for another round of promotional testing. The commission was also updated on the appointment of a new Chief Examiner, with Margot Wilder to be formally presented in July. Eligibility lists for corrections, lateral corrections, sheriff's support, and deputies were reviewed and certified.

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✓ Decided: Commission certifies eligibility lists for corrections, support, and deputy positions

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission approved the May 10, 2022 meeting minutes and certified eligibility lists for entry-level corrections, lateral corrections, sheriff's support, and entry-level law enforcement. The commission discussed staffing updates, including the need for another round of corrections promotional testing this summer. Secretary Wyant announced his intent to present Margot Wilder for formal appointment as Chief Examiner at the July meeting. The next meeting was set for July 12, 2022.

Tue Jun 7, 2022

Planning Commission

Franklin County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 7, 2022

The agenda contains only the meeting agenda and materials. No specific project details or decisions are described in the provided text.

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Tue May 24, 2022

Planning Commission

May 24, 2022 Planning Commission workshop meeting cancelled

The May 24, 2022, workshop meeting of the Franklin County Planning Commission was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The meeting will be rescheduled for a later date.

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Tue May 10, 2022

Civil Service Commission

No agenda available for May 10, 2022, Civil Service Commission meeting

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission certifies corrections eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission approved the April 12, 2022 meeting minutes, reviewed and certified eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral corrections positions, and discussed staffing updates and the status of appointing a new Chief Examiner. The Commission also reviewed promotional testing questions and set the next meeting for June 14, 2022. No public comment was received.

Tue May 3, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Underwood zone change and Rivercrest Estates subdivision

The commission will review a proposed zone change for Underwood and the Rivercrest Estates subdivision. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding updates to the Planning Commission bylaws.

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Thu Apr 21, 2022

Law Enforcement Officer & Firefighter (LEOFF I) Disability Board

Franklin County LEOFF I Disability Board April 2022 Meeting

The board will meet to approve the minutes from the January 20, 2022 meeting. The agenda also includes an OPMA update and a review of 2022 Quarter 1 reimbursements.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022

Planning Commission

Franklin County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for April 12, 2022

The agenda contains several items regarding subdivision and land use applications. The specific details of the proposals are contained within the attached meeting packet.

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Tue Apr 12, 2022

Civil Service Commission

No agenda available for Civil Service Commission meeting

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission has no agenda available for its April 12, 2022 meeting. The agenda text indicates only that no agenda exists and directs readers to review the minutes, so no specific decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission certifies multiple corrections and law enforcement eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission approved the March 8, 2022 meeting minutes, certified several eligibility lists for corrections and law enforcement positions, and discussed staffing updates. The Commission also met with applicant J. Franklin for the vacant commissioner position and provided consensus to proceed with his appointment. Updates were provided on the Chief Examiner hiring timeline and a new Open Public Meetings Act recommendation, which the Commission agreed to follow.

Tue Mar 22, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission holds special meeting for Title 16 workshop

The Franklin County Planning Commission is holding a special meeting on March 22, 2022, specifically for a Title 16 workshop. The agenda lists only the agenda itself and references two attached PDF documents: the workshop agenda and the workshop packet. No specific decisions, votes, or substantive discussion points are detailed in the provided text.

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Tue Mar 8, 2022

Civil Service Commission

No agenda available for March 8, 2022, Civil Service Commission meeting

There is no agenda available for this meeting. The record indicates that there are no items scheduled for discussion or decision.

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✓ Decided: Commissioner Lee Barrow resigns from Civil Service Commission

The minutes record the resignation of Commissioner Lee Barrow from the Civil Service Commission, effective immediately, due to lack of time. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Mar 1, 2022

Planning Commission

Planning Commission meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

The Franklin County Planning Commission's March 1, 2022 regular meeting is cancelled because there is not enough members present to form a quorum. Items that were scheduled to be presented at this meeting will be advertised again at a later date.

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Tue Feb 8, 2022

Civil Service Commission

No agenda available for Franklin County Civil Service Commission meeting

This meeting of the Franklin County Civil Service Commission has no published agenda. The agenda text states only that no agenda is available and directs readers to review the minutes. No decisions or discussions are listed.

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✓ Decided: Civil Service Commission certifies corrections eligibility lists

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission approved the January 11, 2022 meeting minutes and certified eligibility lists for entry-level and lateral corrections positions. The commission also discussed staffing updates and set the next meeting for March 8, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

Thu Jan 20, 2022

Law Enforcement Officer & Firefighter (LEOFF I) Disability Board

No agenda available for LEOFF I Disability Board meeting

The Franklin County LEOFF I Disability Board has no agenda available for its January 20, 2022 meeting. The agenda text indicates there is nothing to report and directs readers to review the minutes instead.

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✓ Decided: Board approves Q4 2021 retiree reimbursements and April meeting date

The Franklin County LEOFF I Disability Board unanimously approved the October 21, 2021 meeting minutes and the 2021 Quarter 4 reimbursements for retirees and vendors. The board also set the next regular meeting for April 21, 2022 at 2:30 pm. No other substantive decisions were made.

Tue Jan 11, 2022

Civil Service Commission

No agenda available for Civil Service Commission meeting

This meeting has no published agenda. The only available material is the minutes from previous meetings, so there are no specific items to be decided or discussed.

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✓ Decided: Commission denies sheriff's request to waive female-only hiring requirement

The Franklin County Civil Service Commission denied the Sheriff's request to waive the Bona Fide Occupational Qualification (BFOQ) designation for a corrections deputy vacancy, as no eligible female applicants were on the list. The commission also approved the December 14, 2021 meeting minutes, certified eligibility lists for corrections and law enforcement positions, and set the next meeting for February 8, 2022.