Klickitat County public meetings in 2021
51 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the county re-districting plan and a public meeting regarding permits for the Buck Creek Bridge. The board will also review a consent agenda featuring employee wage adjustments and several service contracts.
- Public hearing on Klickitat County re-districting plan and Commissioner District boundaries
- Public meeting for Shoreline permits for Buck Creek Bridge (SH2021-02)
- Renewal of Tier One Radio System contract with Day Wireless Systems for $84,700
- Contract increase to $54,000 for Teresa D. Johnson dba TDJ, CPA, Inc
- Resolution to increase the purchase allowance without bids to less than $10,000
The Board upheld the Planning Commission's recommendation to approve a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit and Conditional Use Permit for a bridge over Buck Creek (SH2021-02), with final approval pending from the Department of Ecology. The Board also adopted the redistricting plan with no changes to commissioner district boundaries. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda with 15 items and pay estimates, were approved unanimously.
- Approved Shoreline Permit SH2021-02 for Buck Creek bridge (unanimous)
- Adopted redistricting plan with no boundary changes (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 15 items (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 7 to Lee Contractors, LLC for $32,649.03 (unanimous)
- Approved final pay estimate to NorthWest Natural Homes LLC for $3,688.33 (unanimous)
- Approved warrants and payroll totaling $2,436,681.53 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings to consider several boundary line adjustments and short plats across the county. The board will also review a proposal to make no changes to the County Commissioner District boundaries.
- Boundary line adjustments and short plats in BZ Corner, Goldendale, Lyle, Glenwood, Dallesport, and Bickleton
- Interlocal agreement granting $16,600.00 to the Bingen/White Salmon Community Youth Center
- Contract change order of $43,533.49 to Crestline Construction Company for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport improvements
- Purchase of a laptop and dock for the Sheriff’s Department for $2,573.94
- Legal representation contract for the VGAL Program with attorney Julie Vance at $500 per month
The Board approved the consent agenda with 12 items, including funding agreements, appointments, and contracts. They also approved several pay estimates, including $859,209.50 for the Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay. Multiple boundary line adjustments and short plats were granted final approval. The Board discussed but did not decide on redistricting, deferring to a future public hearing.
- Approved consent agenda with 12 items (unanimous)
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 3 to Interstate Concrete & Asphalt for $859,209.50 (unanimous)
- Approved final pay estimate to Grade Worx, LLC for $6,241.33 (unanimous)
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-17 (unanimous)
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-15 (unanimous)
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-16 (unanimous)
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-13 and Short Plat SPL 2021-26 (unanimous)
- Approved Short Plats SPL 2020-22, SPL 2021-29, SPL 2021-05, and BLA2021-14 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss setting a public hearing for an optional second half-cent sales tax. The meeting includes several contract approvals for senior services and various equipment purchases for county departments.
- Proposed public hearing on January 4, 2022, regarding an optional second half-cent sales tax
- Contracts with Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington, including $161,138 for Senior Transportation and $116,974 for a Volunteer Connection Program
- Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment 2021-07 and Short Plat SPL 2021-15 in the Husum vicinity
- Authorization for a $33,839.45 Emergency Notification System contract with RAVE Mobile Safety
- Payment of $99,386.80 to Thompson Brothers Excavating, Inc. for Countywide Guide Posts & Signing Project CRP 358
The Board approved the consent agenda with 23 items, pulling one item for further discussion, and granted final approval for a boundary line adjustment and short plat in the Husum vicinity. Pay estimates and warrants were approved, and several public meetings were scheduled. The meeting also included a workshop on cistern water use and board policies.
- Approved consent agenda with 23 items (unanimous)
- Granted final approval for Boundary Line Adjustment 2021-07 and Short Plat SPL 2021-15 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate to Thompson Brothers Excavating for $99,386.80 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate to Central Washington Asphalt for $19,875.00 (unanimous)
- Released retainage to James Dean Construction for $3,624.20 (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,108,090.73 (unanimous)
- Scheduled public meetings for December 21 and 28, 2021 (unanimous)
- Motion to appoint John Baumeister to Board of Health died for lack of second
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a 2021 supplemental budget and various fund amendments. The board is also considering the adoption of the 2022 budget and several long-term improvement plans.
- Public hearing for a supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 totaling $4,391,513.00
- Adoption of the Klickitat County Six Year Road Transportation Improvement Program (2022-2027)
- Adoption of the Klickitat County Capital Improvement Plan (2022-2027)
- Contract with Phelps Polygraph Services for examinations costing $350.00 for initial and $175.00 for maintenance
- Final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-10 for Paul Gregg and Darrel Smith
The Board of County Commissioners adopted the 2022 Klickitat County Budget of $56,402,073.00 and approved a supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 totaling $4,391,513.00. The board also adopted the Six-Year Road Transportation Improvement Program for 2022-2027, the 2022 Annual Road Construction Program, and the Capital Improvement Plan for 2022-2027. Several other items were approved, including a boundary line adjustment and a consent agenda with six items.
- Adopted 2022 County Budget of $56,402,073 (unanimous)
- Approved 2021 supplemental budget of $4,391,513 (unanimous)
- Adopted Six-Year Road Transportation Improvement Program 2022-2027 (unanimous)
- Adopted 2022 Annual Road Construction Program (unanimous)
- Adopted Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2027 (unanimous)
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-10 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 6 items (unanimous)
- Approved change order to Avidex for $7,113 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a public meeting for a boundary line adjustment in the Goldendale area and various consent agenda items regarding public health and waste management.
- Public hearing for the Klickitat County Capital Improvement Plan 2022-2027
- Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-05 for 101 Bar Ranch, LLC in the Goldendale area
- Agreement with WA State Dept of Ecology for $72,624 for litter and illegal dump cleanup
- Interagency Grant Agreement for $72,110 to provide public services via Washington Gorge Action Program
- Contract amendment with WA State Dept of Health increasing maximum consideration to $3,618,280
The Board approved resolutions establishing the 2022 tax levies for the General Fund, Elections Reserve Fund, Veterans Relief Fund, and County Road Fund, along with the corresponding certification forms. The public hearing on the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan was continued to December 7, 2021, closed to oral comment but open to written comment. The Board also approved a 16-item consent agenda, including a $72,624 solid waste cleanup agreement and a $575,000 increase to a COVID-19 contract. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussions on code compliance, public works, sheriff's office, and budget matters.
- Approved Resolution No. 12121 establishing the 2022 Tax Levy for the General Fund, Elections Reserve Fund, and Veterans Relief Fund.
- Approved the 2022 Washington State Department of Revenue Tax Levy Certification form for the County General Levy.
- Approved Resolution No. 12221 establishing the 2022 Tax Levy for the County Road Fund.
- Approved the 2022 Washington State Department of Revenue Tax Levy Certification form for the County Road Levy.
- Approved continuing the public hearing for the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan until December 7, 2021, closed to oral comment but open to written comment.
- Approved the Consent Agenda with 16 items, including agreements for solid waste cleanup, ARPA lost revenue calculation, and a COVID-19 contract amendment.
- Approved final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-05 for 101 Bar Ranch, LLC in the Goldendale area.
- Approved warrants totaling $1,420,133.69 for the period ending November 29, 2021.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed supplemental budget of $2,534,620.00 for various funds and departments. The board will also consider a short plat application and several department contracts.
- Public hearing for a supplemental budget and amendments totaling $2,534,620.00
- Public meeting to consider Short Plat 2021-28 (Parcel No. 05-14-2352-0002/00) for applicant Denice Lee
- Snow removal contract with J & S Enterprises at a rate of $118.25 per hour
- Purchase of Dude Solutions Software from SmartGov for $2,3260.00
- Allocation of estimated $185,000 in 2022 lodging taxes for projects
The Board approved Resolution No. 11821 setting a public hearing for December 7, 2021, at 1:30 PM to consider a supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 totaling $4,391,513.00. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a snow removal contract, a software purchase, and a request for proposals for lodging tax projects. A proposal to make the 4-H Coordinator a WSU employee did not receive consensus. The Board approved pay estimates and warrants totaling over $4.3 million.
- Approved Resolution No. 11821 setting a Dec. 7, 2021 public hearing on a $4,391,513 supplemental budget.
- Approved consent agenda with 5 items, including snow removal contract, software purchase, and lodging tax RFP.
- Approved Short Plat SPL2021-28 creating 2 lots in Goldendale vicinity.
- Approved pay estimates totaling $2,761,436.50 for three contractors.
- Approved warrants totaling $4,382,641.26 for accounts payable and payroll.
- Approved early office closures for Dec. 23 and Dec. 30, 2021.
- Did not reach consensus on WSU Extension staffing change proposal.
- Board expressed support for fee waiver for Dallesport Community Center Christmas Bizarre.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding the 2022 preliminary budget, property tax levies, and the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also consider amendments to the six-year transportation improvement program and the disposal of surplus county property.
- Public hearing for the 2022 Preliminary Klickitat County Budget and property tax levies
- Public hearing for the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan
- $84,000 grant from Department of Ecology for Shoreline Master Programs review
- $20,000 budget increase for Professional Service Agreement with The Watershed Company
- $3,688.33 contract with Northwest Natural Homes LLC for courthouse east entrance stucco
The Board of County Commissioners continued the public hearing on the 2022 preliminary budget and the 2022-2027 Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program to November 30, 2021, to allow more public comment. The board also approved a consent agenda with ten items, including contracts, resolutions, and a request for proposals for body-worn cameras for the Sheriff's Office. A public hearing was held and a resolution passed to declare certain county property surplus and sell it at an online auction from December 1-6, 2021.
- Continued 2022 budget public hearing to Nov. 30 (unanimous)
- Continued 6-year Transportation Improvement Program hearing to Nov. 30 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 10 items (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 11421 declaring county property surplus for online auction Dec. 1-6 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 11621 setting Nov. 30 hearing for 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Plan (unanimous)
- Approved cancellation of Construction Contract C17621 with Mission Construction Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $780,213.10 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimates for road projects totaling $664,473.92 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting to discuss plat vacations and alterations. The board is also considering a resolution to set a public hearing for a 2021 supplemental budget and various fund amendments.
- Proposed supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 in the sum of $2,524,620.00
- Public meeting for Plat Vacation SPL2006-51V (Applicant: SDS Co., LLC)
- Public meeting for Short Plat Alteration SPL 2021-23 (Applicant: Joan Atkins)
- Fairgrounds fee waiver requests for Klickitat County High School Rodeo Club and Equestrian Team
- Grant Program Agreement Amendment between Department of Emergency Management and Washington State Military Department
The Board of Commissioners approved the 2022 preliminary budget and set a public hearing for November 9, 2021. They also approved a supplemental budget hearing for November 23, accepted a $84,000 DOE grant for shoreline and critical area updates, and approved several land-use items. The meeting included citizen comments on solar projects, vaccine mandates, and daycare, but no formal action was taken on those topics.
- Adopted 2022 preliminary budget, set Nov. 9 hearing (unanimous)
- Set Nov. 23 hearing on $2,524,620 supplemental budget (unanimous)
- Accepted $84,000 DOE grant for Shoreline Master Plan and Critical Area Ordinance updates (unanimous)
- Approved final plat vacation SPL2006-51V (unanimous)
- Approved short plat alteration SPL 2021-23 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 6 items, including fairgrounds fee waivers (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $186,877.97 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings regarding a boundary line adjustment in Goldendale and a plat extension in Dallesport. The agenda includes several personnel authorizations, surplus inventory resolutions, and public health service agreements.
- Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-11 in the Goldendale area
- Public meeting for a 2-year plat extension of Subdivision SUB2018-01 in the Dallesport area
- Support for a $5,000,000 funding allocation for the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Replacement Project
- Contract amendment for ABCD Dental Services increasing funds by $2,074.00 and $4,712.00
- Contract amendment for Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington increasing funding by $20,000
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved a boundary line adjustment (BLA2021-11) for the Glantz/Western Pacific Timber parcels near Goldendale, and granted a 2-year plat extension for the Mtn View Estates subdivision (SUB2018-01) in Dallesport. The board also approved the consent agenda with 18 items, including personnel authorizations, surplus declarations, and professional services agreements, and approved warrants totaling $1,135,836.08. A budget workshop was held to review the 2022 budget, with discussions on revenue, non-capital projects, and staffing.
- Approved Resolution No. 10521 granting final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-11 (unanimous)
- Approved 2-year plat extension for Subdivision SUB2018-01 Mtn View Estates, extending deadline to Nov 6, 2023 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 18 items, including personnel authorizations, surplus resolutions, and contracts (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,135,836.08 for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved motion to recess for lunch at 11:28 AM (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn at 3:58 PM and reconvene for payment approvals (unanimous)
- Approved motion to adjourn at 4:05 PM (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the vacation of a short plat in the Husum vicinity. The meeting includes several contract approvals for county infrastructure and personnel authorizations.
- Public hearing for vacation of Short Plat SPL2006-5 (SDS Co., LLC) near Oak Ridge, Ridgeview, and Kirbish Roads
- Small Works Contract for Courthouse HVAC Replacement Project 2021 with All Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning for $146,049.88
- Final acceptance and release of retainage for Klickitat County Jail Control System in the amount of $14,277.23
- WSDOT grant agreement of $10,709 for a bus shelter at Bingen Point
- Authorization to advertise for a full-time Permit Technician ($17.47-$18.52 per hour)
The Board of Commissioners approved a preliminary 2022 budget, agreeing to reduce landfill dollars allocated to the road fund from $800,000 to $500,000, and to cut the Intern and At-Risk Youth programs. They also approved several contracts and payments, including a $146,049.88 HVAC contract and multiple road project pay estimates. The board approved the vacation of Short Plat SPL2006-5 and the consent agenda with seven items.
- Approved preliminary 2022 budget with landfill road fund reduced to $500,000 (unanimous)
- Approved vacation of Short Plat SPL2006-5 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 7 items (unanimous)
- Approved $146,049.88 HVAC contract for Courthouse (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate $149,108.08 for Courthouse Entrance Project (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate $428,117.53 for Old Mountain Road Project (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate $559,616.53 for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate $684,982.88 for County Services Building (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold public meetings to consider a 3-lot binding site plan for the Lyle School District and a short plat for Jennifer & Mike Kallio. They will also discuss reporting requirements for the State v. Blake resentencing reimbursement, and approve a consent agenda with multiple contracts and agreements.
- Public meeting for final approval of 3-lot Binding Site Plan BSP2021-02, Parcel No. 02-13-3313-0001/00, Dallesport vicinity, applicant Lyle School District
- Public meeting to consider Short Plat SPL2021-01, Parcel No. 05-17-1452-0002/00, Goldendale vicinity, applicants Jennifer & Mike Kallio
- Economic Development Services Agreement with Klickitat County Public Economic Development Authority, $150,000 grant with $22,350 match
- Consent agenda includes contracts for WIC dietitian and breastfeeding counselors, and interagency agreements for BECCA and CASA programs
- Board discussion on surplus of law enforcement body armor/bulletproof vests
The Board of County Commissioners granted final approval for Binding Site Plan No. BSP2021-02, submitted by the Lyle School District, to separate the former Dallesport School building, Community Center, and vacant lot. The board also approved Short Plat SPL2021-01 in the Goldendale vicinity. Both approvals were unanimous after administrative reviews confirmed all conditions were met.
- Approved Binding Site Plan No. BSP2021-02 for Lyle School District (unanimous)
- Approved Short Plat SPL2021-01 in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved business agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 11 items (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,041,749.59 (unanimous)
- Adopted findings for Open Space Farm and Agricultural Conservation Land application OS-FCL-2021-01 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with department updates, a discussion on managing reporting for the State v. Blake resentencing reimbursement agreement, and several consent agenda items including budget transfers and purchases. The agenda also includes a public hearing on an open space application and a scheduled budget workshop continuation on October 7.
- Discussion on managing reporting for the State v. Blake resentencing reimbursement agreement
- Budget transfer of $26,700 within General Fund for Building Department and Code Compliance
- Sheriff's Office purchase of Wrap Cart for $2,600.55
- Public hearing on Open Space application OS-FCL-2021-01 (Bartmess, 385.773 acres)
- Planning public meeting for Binding Site Plan BSP 2021-02 (Lyle School District) and Short Plat SPL 2021-01 (Kallio)
The Board approved a $630,000 change order for the Roosevelt Grade Road overlay, a $26,700 budget transfer, a $2,600.55 Sheriff's Office purchase, and a property tax classification for open space farm and conservation land. The consent agenda and September 14 meeting minutes were approved unanimously. No action was taken after closed or executive sessions.
- Approved $630,000 change order for Roosevelt Grade Road overlay (unanimous)
- Approved $26,700 budget transfer for Building Department and Code Compliance (unanimous)
- Approved $2,600.55 purchase of Wrap Cart for Sheriff's Office (unanimous)
- Approved open space farm and conservation land classification for Floyd Bartmess (unanimous)
- Approved September 14, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 3 items (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $144,369.21 (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for two Communication Officer positions (verbal)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a right-of-way vacation on O’Brien Road and discuss a tax refund waiver for West Klickitat Community Housing. The agenda includes decisions on surplus equipment disposal and a legal retainer for a U.S. Supreme Court case.
- Public hearing regarding the vacation of a right-of-way on O’Brien Road
- Retainer agreement with Latham & Watkins LLP for $100,000 plus costs for U.S. Supreme Court representation
- Extension of outdoor burning restrictions in zone one from September 30 to October 15, 2021
- Authorization to advertise for a Planning Department Office Manager ($19.61-$20.81 per hour)
- Resolution to dispose of surplus Public Works vehicles and equipment via public sale or auction
The Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 10121 to vacate a portion of O'Brien Road, contingent on resolving fire department access. It also denied a tax refund request from West Klickitat Community Housing for years beyond three, but supported refunds for 2019-2021. The consent agenda included surplus equipment declarations, a $100,000 legal retainer for the Supreme Court challenge, and an extension of the burn ban to October 15.
- Approved Resolution No. 10121 vacating a portion of O'Brien Road (unanimous)
- Denied tax refund beyond 3 years for West Klickitat Community Housing, supported refunds for 2019-2021 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 5 items, including surplus equipment and $100,000 legal retainer (unanimous)
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 5 to Lee Contractors for $29,909.50 (unanimous)
- Approved change order to Avidex for $24,253.00 (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,303,740.72 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed supplemental budget of $602,385. The meeting includes department updates, a public meeting for a short plat in the Centerville vicinity, and various contract approvals.
- Public hearing for a $602,385 supplemental budget and 2021 amendments
- Public meeting for Short Plat SPL2021-13 (Parcel No. 03-15-1000-001/00) in the Centerville vicinity
- Small Works Contract with All Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning for Pioneer HVAC Replacement Project 2021 for $90,072.91
- Extension of outdoor burning restrictions in zones two and three through October 15, 2021
- Contract with Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington for Volunteer Connection Program for $40,210
The Board approved a supplemental budget of $118,899 for the Election Reserve and Tourism funds, and granted final approval for Short Plat No. SPL 2021-13 to create 4 lots in the Centerville vicinity. The Board also approved a 12-item consent agenda, including extending outdoor burn bans in two zones to October 15, and approved a pay estimate for the Old Mountain Road project. During the workshop, the Board reviewed 2022 budget proposals from several departments but made no final budget decisions.
- Approved supplemental budget appropriations totaling $118,899 for Fund #111 Election Reserve ($66,533) and Fund #123 Tourism ($52,366).
- Granted final approval of Short Plat No. SPL 2021-13, creating 4 lots from parcel 03-15-1000-0001/00 in the Centerville vicinity.
- Approved the Consent Agenda with 12 items, including extending outdoor burning restrictions in zones 2 and 3 to October 15, 2021.
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 3 to Grade Worx, LLC for $122,204.20 for the Old Mountain Road Project.
- Approved the Business Agenda with one add-on and the September 7, 2021, meeting minutes as presented.
- Approved a proclamation declaring October 3-9, 2021 as National 4-H Week in Klickitat County.
- Approved Accounts Payable warrants totaling $341,652.09.
- Approved a verbal request to hire an Office Manager II at step 5, without reinstatement of prior time served.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a supplemental budget appropriation of $602,385. The meeting includes department updates from Public Works and Emergency Management, as well as several contract and personnel authorizations.
- Public hearing for a supplemental budget and amendments totaling $602,385.00
- Contract amendment with Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities of Southwest Washington for $22,655.00
- Small Works Contract with Mission Construction for Fair Board Office Foundation Project for $48,004.48
- Authorization to advertise for a full-time Communications Officer and a Legal Administrative Assistant/Victim Witness Assistant
- Scheduling of a September 21 public meeting for Short Plat SPL 2021-13 in the Centerville vicinity
The Board continued the public hearing on the 2021 supplemental budget to September 21. They approved the business agenda, minutes from August 24 and 31, and a five-item consent agenda including a senior nutrition contract amendment, personnel authorizations, a small works contract, and a public meeting notice. They also approved multiple pay estimates and warrants totaling over $2.2 million. The meeting was disrupted by an unruly crowd demanding action on resolutions about vaccination mandates, leading to a recess and informal discussion.
- Continued the public hearing on the 2021 supplemental budget to September 21 at 1:30 PM.
- Approved the business agenda as presented.
- Approved the meeting minutes for August 24 and August 31, 2021.
- Approved the consent agenda with five items, including a $22,655 increase for senior nutrition services and a $48,004.48 contract for the Fair Board Office Foundation Project.
- Approved pay estimate No. 17 to Kirby Nagelhout Construction for $1,166,878.53 for the County Services Building Project.
- Approved final pay estimates to Stripe Rite, Inc. ($33,680.38) and Hicks Striping ($88,006.40).
- Approved warrants totaling $2,239,926.01 for accounts payable and payroll.
- Agreed to sign a letter to Governor Inslee regarding vaccination mandates, omitting some contentious sentences.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review a decision to uphold a SEPA determination and grant preliminary approval for a short plat to divide 21.39 acres into two lots. The meeting also includes pre-budget preparation and various administrative appointments.
- Preliminary approval for Short Plat SPL2021-19 to divide 21.39 acres into 2 lots for Gary & Judy Gottschalk
- Public hearing scheduled for September 28, 2021, regarding the vacation of a portion of OBrien Road
- MOU with Washington State University for $18,883 to provide an extension program
- Authorization to advertise for an Office Manager II position ($20.81-$22.07 per hour)
- Appointment of Joshua Griffin and Jamela Mundell as County Crisis Responders
The Board approved Resolution No. 09321, adopting findings to deny the SEPA appeal filed by Friends of the White Salmon River and uphold the preliminary approval of Short Plat SPL2021-19 for Gary & Judy Gottschalk, with Commissioner Christopher voting nay. The Board also approved the consent agenda with eight items, including reappointments, a public hearing for O'Brien Road vacation, and a revised Solid Waste organizational chart. Additionally, the Board directed staff to research the County's options and timeline for withdrawing from its current insurance provider, and agreed to contribute $3,000 towards a critical habitat study.
- Approved Resolution No. 09321 adopting findings to deny the SEPA appeal and uphold preliminary approval of Short Plat SPL2021-19 (Gottschalk), with Christopher voting nay.
- Approved the consent agenda with eight items, including reappointments to the Horticultural Pest and Disease Board and a public hearing for O'Brien Road vacation.
- Approved warrants totaling $159,683.75 for accounts payable.
- Directed staff to verify the County's options and timeline for withdrawing from the current insurance provider.
- Agreed to contribute $3,000 in support of the critical habitat study.
- Gave verbal approval to post a Communications Officer/Dispatcher position at Union Grade.
- Gave verbal authorization to post a Legal Administrative/Victim Witness Assistant position.
- Agreed the Building Department would retain its name, with code enforcement no longer housed within it.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a consolidated public hearing regarding an appeal by Friends of the White Salmon River over a short plat and SEPA determination. The meeting also includes department updates and several consent agenda items regarding public health and veterans services.
- Public hearing on appeal by Patricia Arnold (Friends of the White Salmon River) regarding Short Plat SPL2021-19 for 21.39 acres
- Request for funding for restroom improvements at Stonehenge WWI Memorial
- Amendment No. 4 to the WDVA contract for veterans' benefit assistance
- Interconnection Standards for solar panels on the new Klickitat County Services Building
- MOU with WA State Dept of Health and Ecology for on-site sewage system loan assistance
The Board granted preliminary approval for Short Plat SPL2021-19 to divide 21.39 acres into 2 lots in the Husum vicinity, and voted to deny the SEPA appeal (SEPA2021-20) and uphold the SEPA Responsible Official's determination. Commissioner Christopher opposed the motion. The Board also approved the business agenda, consent agenda with eight items, and payment warrants totaling $1,555,526.12.
- Approved preliminary approval for Short Plat SPL2021-19 and denied the SEPA appeal, upholding the SEPA determination (M/Anderson, S/Sauter; Christopher opposed).
- Approved the business agenda as presented (M/Christopher, S/Anderson; unanimous).
- Approved the consent agenda with eight items, including resolutions, proclamations, and agreements (M/Christopher, S/Anderson; unanimous).
- Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $262,442.40 and payroll warrants totaling $1,293,083.72 (M/Christopher, S/Anderson; unanimous).
- Approved advertising for an Office Manager II position in Public Works at steps 1 through 3.
- Expressed support for adding Juneteenth as a county holiday.
- Agreed to address Hood River Bridge replacement and wind/solar farm taxation with legislators.
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:06 PM (M/Christopher, S/Anderson; unanimous).
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding the establishment of Park Place as a county road and the potential dissolution of Park and Recreation District No. 2. The meeting includes reviews of boundary line adjustments and several contract approvals.
- Public hearing on the dissolution of Klickitat County Park and Recreation District No. 2
- Public hearing on establishing Park Place in Wishram as a county road
- Contract with Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. for the West Darland Drive Project for $569,000.00
- Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with NORCOR for juvenile detainee housing for $60,225
- Proposed supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 in the sum of $602,385
The Board voted 2-1 to direct the Prosecuting Attorney to file an appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court challenging the Ninth Circuit ruling on the Tract D boundary line in Glenwood. The Board also approved two boundary line adjustments, established Park Place as a county road, dissolved the inactive Mt. Adams Park and Recreation District, and approved the consent agenda with six items including a $569,000 road contract.
- Approved filing U.S. Supreme Court appeal in Tract D boundary case (2-1)
- Approved final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-06 in Husum vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-08 in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 08721 establishing Park Place as part of the County Road System (unanimous)
- Approved Ordinance #0082421 dissolving the inactive Mt. Adams Park and Recreation District (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 08821 adopting findings for district dissolution (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with six items, including $569,000 West Darland Drive contract (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $220,455.38 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider lowering speed limits on three county roads, and public meetings to review two short plats and a boundary line adjustment. The consent agenda includes contracts, purchases, and resolutions, followed by a 2022 budget discussion. The meeting also includes department updates and a town hall planning discussion.
- Speed limit changes: Lake Road (35 to 25 mph), Wind Road (50 to 40 mph), Oak Ridge (50 to 35 mph)
- Short Plat SPL2020-14 (High Prairie) and SPL2020-21 (Goldendale) public meetings
- Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-03 (Lyle) public meeting
- Purchase of 17 ballistic vests for Sheriff's Office for $18,678.13
- Resolution to move Code Compliance to standalone department
The Board approved an ordinance establishing new maximum speed limits on Lake, Wing, and Oak Ridge Roads, with reductions on all three segments. The Board also granted final approval to two short plats and one boundary line adjustment, and approved a consent agenda including a $2.67 million road contract and a resolution moving the Code Compliance function to a standalone department. No substantive decisions were made on other topics; the meeting included reports and discussions only.
- Approved Ordinance 0081721 establishing speed limits: Lake Road 35 to 25 mph, Wing Road 50 to 40 mph, Oak Ridge Road 50 to 35 mph (unanimous)
- Approved final approval of Short Plat SPL2020-14 creating 2 lots (unanimous)
- Approved final approval of Short Plat SPL2020-21 creating 4 lots (unanimous)
- Approved final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-03 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 10 items, including $2,670,857 contract for Roosevelt Grade Project and resolution moving Code Compliance to standalone department (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 16 to Kirby Nagelhout for $818,925.73 for County Services Building (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 4 to Lee Contractors for $80,781.99 for Courthouse Entrance Project (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 2 to Grade Worx for $162,765.87 for Old Mt. Road Project (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will discuss reorganizing the Code Compliance Officer position and review funding for hotel leasing and rapid re-housing. The meeting includes a workshop on ARPA Fiscal Recovery Funds and several consent agenda items regarding personnel and contracts.
- Request to move Code Compliance Officer to a standalone department under the Board of Commissioners
- Contract with Geo-Comm, Inc. for $4,934.25 to develop an Address Point Layer
- Authorization to advertise for a Chief of Operations and 9-1-1 Coordinator position
- Reappointment of Scott Andrews to the Klickitat County Water Conservancy Board for a six-year term
- Scheduling of public meetings for August 17 regarding BLA 2021-03 and Short Plats SPL 2020-14 and SPL 2020-21
The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to opt out of the Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-Housing Funding Opportunity through the Department of Commerce, redirecting the funds to Washington Gorge Action Programs. They also approved moving the Code Compliance Officer position to a standalone department under the Board, and approved the consent agenda with four items, including a $4,934.25 contract for a 9-1-1 mapping system. The meeting included updates on roads, emergency management, and COVID-19, but no other major decisions were made.
- Approved opting out of Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-Housing grant, funds to Washington Gorge Action Programs (unanimous)
- Approved moving Code Compliance Officer to standalone department under Board (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 4 items, including Geo-Comm contract for $4,934.25 (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $981,270.31 for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
- Approved business agenda and August 3, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for Chief of Operations and 9-1-1 Coordinator position (consent agenda)
- Approved reappointing Scott Andrews to Water Conservancy Board for 6-year term (consent agenda)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will receive department updates and discuss mental health services and housing funding. The board is also reviewing several consent agenda items including board appointments and fund renaming.
- Supplemental Agreement with RH2 Engineering, Inc. to increase maximum payment from $95,756 to $120,000 for the Dallesport Sewer plant General Sewer Plan
- Agreement with Washington State Department of Children, Youth, and Families for Juvenile Department services (July 1, 2021 to June 20, 2023)
- Resolution to rename Fund 626 Windfarm Sales Tax Exemption to Fund 626 Renewable Energy Sales Tax Exemption Trust
- Reappointment of Don Slater to the Klickitat County Noxious Weed Control Board for a term expiring April 1, 2025
- Approval of Klickitat-Skamania Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board Mission Statement and By-laws
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved the consent agenda with six items, including a contract increase for RH2 Engineering for the Dallesport Sewer Plan. They also approved meeting minutes, warrants, and a business agenda. No substantive policy decisions were made; most items were routine approvals and updates.
- Approved business agenda (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes for July 6, 13, 20, 27, 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 6 items (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $357,534.89 (unanimous)
- Approved verbal request to advertise 9-1-1 Program Coordinator position
- Approved adjournment (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including road contracts and transportation grants. The meeting includes department updates from Public Works and Human Resources, as well as a report from the Prosecuting Attorney.
- Bid award to Interstate Concrete and Asphalt Co. for Roosevelt Grade Road improvements for $2,670,857.00
- Two WSDOT operating grant agreements for Mt. Adams Express fixed-route service totaling $1,480,855.00 in federal funds
- Emergency Community Project Funding for Klickitat Valley Health-Goldendale Reds Project not to exceed $35,000
- Small Works Contract final acceptance for 2021 Guardrail Repair Project with Frank Gurney, Inc. for $29,662.50
- Proposed establishment of Park Pl. in Wishram with a public hearing scheduled for August 24, 2021
The Board approved a consent agenda including a $2,670,857 bid for the Roosevelt Grade Overlay Project and a $35,000 MOU with Klickitat Valley Health for a Regional Economic Development Summit. They also approved warrants totaling $1,290,588.86 and discussed solar project concerns, childcare, and budget reductions. No substantive decisions were made on solar ordinances or well drilling limits.
- Approved consent agenda with 9 items including $2,670,857 Roosevelt Grade Overlay bid (unanimous)
- Approved MOU with Klickitat Valley Health for up to $35,000 for economic summit (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,290,588.86 (unanimous)
- Approved verbal request to negotiate Senior Accountant II position (unanimous)
- Concurred with VoIP phone system proposal at $1,300/month (unanimous)
- Approved fill-in for Firearms Range manager if needed (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with a bid opening for the Roosevelt Grade Overlay project, a public hearing on vacating part of J.C. Hoke Road, and discussion on next steps for the Childcare Committee's needs assessment. The consent agenda includes resolutions and agreements on COVID-19 emergency end, airport grants, fire district annexation, and various departmental contracts.
- Bid opening: Roosevelt Grade Overlay, CRP 362
- Public hearing: vacation of portion of J.C. Hoke Road
- Resolution rescinding COVID-19 emergency declaration (No. 04620)
- FAA AIP grant $275,000 for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport apron/taxilane design
- Public hearing notice for speed limit changes on Lake, Wing, and Oak Ridge roads
The Board approved the vacation of a portion of J.C. Hoke Road, forwarded bids for the Roosevelt Grade Overlay, and approved multiple pay estimates for ongoing projects. They also approved the consent agenda with 11 items, including ending the COVID-19 emergency declaration and accepting grant agreements. The Board reached consensus to keep code compliance under the Board and to develop a short-term rental permitting process.
- Approved Resolution No. 07821 vacating a portion of J.C. Hoke Road (unanimous)
- Forwarded 3 bids for Roosevelt Grade Overlay to Public Works for review (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 11 items, including ending COVID-19 emergency (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 15 to Kirby Nagelhout Construction for $1,193,962.82 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 3 to Lee Contractors for $46,588.56 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 1/Final to Frank Gurney for $29,662.50 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 2 to Stripe Rite for $250,279.40 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 1 to Grade Worx for $279,476.70 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a morning workshop and afternoon business session. They will hear department updates, consider a boundary line adjustment, and vote on a consent agenda that includes funding agreements, a laptop purchase, and a road grade waiver. The meeting also includes a continuation on July 15 for 2022 budget workshops and a Board of Health meeting.
- Public hearing on Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-04 for parcels in Goldendale vicinity (applicants Michael and Nicole Ross)
- Interlocal agreement with Bickleton School District #203 for $2,000 for At-Risk Youth Programs
- VGAL Program funding of $74,270 for Volunteer Coordinator Position
- Sheriff's Office laptop purchase for $2,857.22
- SECO contract for $454,570 in state E911 funds
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved using up to $35,000 from the community fund to support the Regional Economic Development Summit project in partnership with Goldendale Hospital. The board also approved a boundary line adjustment, a consent agenda with seven items, and multiple payment approvals. No action was taken following closed sessions for collective bargaining and litigation discussions.
- Approved up to $35,000 from community fund for Regional Economic Development Summit (unanimous)
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-04 in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 7 items including Park & Rec District No. 2 dissolution hearing, $2,000 Bickleton School District agreement, $74,270 VGAL grant, $2,857.22 laptop purchase, $454,570 SECO 911 contract, Courtney Road grade waiver, and document shredding contract (unanimous)
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 1/final to James Dean Construction for $68,859.80 for Roosevelt Grade Road Drainage (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,398,485.42 for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
- Approved business agenda and meeting minutes for June 22 and June 29, 2021 (unanimous)
- Granted verbal approval to hire previous Natural Resource & Economic Development Manager as casual/temporary employee
- Granted verbal approval to advertise Clerical Administrative Assistant III position in Public Health Department
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting and workshop sessions to discuss the 2022 budget. The agenda includes department updates, a tour of the Emergency Management facility, and several consent items regarding grants and contracts.
- Proposed extension of nuisance complaint abatement suspension through December 31, 2021
- Historic Preservation grants: $5,000 for Mountain View Cemetery, $1,400 for Alder Creek Pioneer Association, and $1,000 for Twin Bridges Historical Museum
- Proposed $120,000 budget addition and time extension for the Columbia River Basin Water Management Agreement
- Authorization to hire a Casual Emergency Management Program Coordinator ($20.81-$22.07 per hour)
- Scheduling of a July 13 public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-04 in the Goldendale vicinity
The Board of Commissioners approved Ordinance No. 0070621, lifting the moratorium on Commercial/Industrial Solar Projects subject to a Conditional Use Permit Process. The board also approved a resolution to continue suspending nuisance complaint abatement cases through December 31, 2021, and approved a $80,500 agreement with Avidex Industries for a new meeting room audio/visual system. Additionally, they approved the consent agenda with six items, including grant agreements and personnel authorizations.
- Approved Ordinance No. 0070621 lifting the moratorium on Commercial/Industrial Solar Projects subject to a Conditional Use Permit Process.
- Approved Resolution No. 07421 to continue suspension of abatement of nuisance complaint cases through December 31, 2021.
- Approved agreement with Avidex Industries, LLC for meeting room audio/visual system installation at $80,500.00.
- Approved consent agenda with six items, including historic preservation grants and personnel authorization.
- Approved extension for Natural Resources Director Dave McClure to use 100 vacation hours by December 31, 2021 (2-1 vote).
- Approved warrants for accounts payable totaling $79,891.20.
- Approved verbal request to advertise for a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney I position.
- Approved verbal request to advertise for a full-time Communications Officer position.
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with public hearings on a boundary line adjustment and two short plats, plus a consent agenda including a road vacation hearing, contract amendments, and a lodging tax agreement. The morning includes an executive session for a public employee performance evaluation and department updates from Public Works and Economic Development.
- Public hearing: Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-02, 16 parcels in Goldendale vicinity, applicant Jan Wilson
- Public hearing: Short Plat SPL 2021-09, Trout Lake vicinity, applicants Carl and Inese Allaway
- Public hearing: Short Plat SPL 2021-14, Goldendale vicinity, applicants Paul and Deborah Fasnach
- Consent: Resolution to hold July 20 public hearing on vacation of portion of J.C. Hoke Road, White Salmon area
- Consent: Contract amendment with TDJ, CPA Inc. increasing from $28,000 to $45,030 for Auditor's Office work
The Board of Commissioners approved a boundary line adjustment (BLA 2021-02) in the Goldendale vicinity, and two short plats (SPL 2021-09 in Trout Lake and SPL 2021-14 in Goldendale), all unanimously. The board also approved the consent agenda with four items, tabling item No. 4 (vacation carryover request) for further discussion. Pay estimates for three construction projects were approved, and warrants totaling $1,437,201.72 were certified.
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-02 (Goldendale vicinity) unanimously.
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2021-09 (Trout Lake vicinity) unanimously.
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2021-14 (Goldendale vicinity) unanimously.
- Approved the consent agenda with four items, tabling item No. 4 (vacation carryover) for next week.
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 2 to Lee Contractors, LLC for $118,659.75 (Courthouse Entrance Improvement).
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 1/Final to All Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning for $7,825.46 (Jail Control Equipment HVAC).
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 1/Final to All Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning for $9,024.92 (Radio Site HVAC).
- Approved warrants totaling $1,437,201.72 for accounts payable, payroll, and benefits.
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with department updates, a public hearing on lifting the commercial/industrial solar moratorium, and several consent agenda items including a $122,000 salmon recovery grant. The meeting also includes updates from the Columbia River Gorge Commission and the Washington Counties Risk Pool.
- Ordinance to lift moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects, repealing Ordinance #O033021
- Grant Agreement #21-1200P for $122,000 for salmon recovery Lead Entity responsibilities
- Reappointment of Sondra Clark to Columbia River Gorge Commission for four-year term
- Scheduling public meetings for Short Plats SPL 2021-09, SPL 2021-14, and Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-02
- Reject all bids for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay, CRP, and schedule new bid opening July 20, 2021
The Board tabled an ordinance to remove the solar moratorium because Commissioner Christopher disagreed with its wording, and agreed to draft a joint letter to Sheriff Bob Songer addressing his June 17 press release. They also approved a Juniper Point lease agreement, rejected all bids for the Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay, and approved the consent agenda with ten items.
- Tabled the ordinance to remove the solar moratorium, pending rewording.
- Agreed to draft a joint letter to Sheriff Bob Songer regarding his press release.
- Approved the Juniper Point Lease Agreement with NSC Smelter, LLC for $5,000 per year.
- Rejected all bids for the Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay and scheduled a new bid opening for July 20, 2021.
- Approved the consent agenda with ten items, including appointments and grant agreements.
- Approved warrants totaling $505,800.28 for accounts payable.
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 1 to Stripe Rite, Inc. for $97,363.60.
- Approved the meeting minutes for June 1, 8, and 15, 2021.
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with public hearings on three short plat applications in White Salmon, Husum, and Goldendale. They will also discuss the General Fund budget and a request to extend a moratorium on solar panel placements. The consent agenda includes contracts, agreements, and a road overlay bid award.
- Public hearings on Short Plats SPL 2020-15 (White Salmon), SPL 2020-19 (Husum), SPL 2021-10 (Goldendale)
- Budget discussion and new financial reports for the General Fund
- Request to extend solar panel moratorium (Centerville Grange #81)
- Bid award to Central Washington Asphalt for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay, $569,000
- Contract with HR Answers for compensation study, approx. $57,600
The Board of County Commissioners granted final approval of Short Plat SPL 2020-15, creating 4 lots from parcel 03-10-2307-0311/00 in the White Salmon vicinity, for applicant Joshua Coombs. The motion was made by Commissioner Anderson, seconded by Commissioner Christopher, and passed unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the rest of the meeting consisted of citizen comments and staff updates.
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2020-15: final approval to create 4 lots from parcel 03-10-2307-0311/00 in the White Salmon vicinity, applicant Joshua Coombs, passed unanimously.
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with bid openings for two road overlay projects, department updates, and several consent agenda items. The board will also discuss potable water and development in the Glenwood valley, and consider various agreements and resolutions.
- Bid opening for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay (CRP 362), estimated $2.5M-$400M
- Bid opening for Darland Drive Overlay (CRP 361), estimated $650K-$1.1M
- Discussion on potable water, development, and permitting in Glenwood valley
- Resolution to close Clerk's Office petty cash fund ($100)
- Interlocal agreement for 911/dispatch services with multiple fire districts
The board unanimously approved two tourism promotion contracts (Goldendale Chamber, $66,500; Alder Creek Pioneer Association, $3,000) and forwarded bids for two road overlay projects to Public Works for review. They also approved the consent agenda with seven items, including interlocal radio agreements and an easement. No action was taken after an executive session on pending litigation.
- Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Goldendale Chamber of Commerce ($66,500) (unanimous)
- Approved Independent Contractor Agreement with Alder Creek Pioneer Association ($3,000) (unanimous)
- Forwarded 3 bids for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay to Public Works (unanimous)
- Forwarded 3 bids for Darland Drive Overlay to Public Works (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 7 items (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $101,583.38 (unanimous)
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 7 to Justice Systems Corp. ($2,053.45) (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes for May 18, 2021 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Washington Gorge Action Programs and consider a short plat in the High Prairie vicinity. The meeting includes several consent agenda items regarding infrastructure funding, personnel changes, and county contracts.
- Proposed $300,000 for Lot 39 Industrial Building-Infrastructure Development Project
- Contract with Hicks Striping & Curbing, Inc. for Countywide Edge Lines Project for $88,010.40
- Proposed change of Klickitat County Fair dates to the third full weekend in August (2022-2031)
- Purchase of 13 Motorola portable radios for $2,495.84
- Public meeting to consider Short Plat SPL 2019-08 in the High Prairie vicinity
The Board approved a 2-lot short plat in the White Salmon vicinity, the consent agenda with ten items including $300,000 in funding for the Port of Klickitat/Dallesport industrial building project, and payment warrants. They also discussed code compliance, a WSU hiring request, and a possible legal challenge on indigent defense funding.
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2019-08 for 2 lots in White Salmon vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Agenda with 10 items including $300,000 for Port of Klickitat/Dallesport project (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 06521 changing County Fair dates to third full weekend in August starting 2022 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 06621 adding Senior Planner position at Grade 71 (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Hicks Striping & Curbing for $88,010.40 for Countywide Edge Lines Project (unanimous)
- Approved purchase of 13 Motorola radios for $2,495.84 each for Emergency Management (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate of $5,697.50 to Tri-Valley Construction for waste removal (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $175,172.38 and electronic transfer of $4,380.61 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with department updates, a continued public hearing on a moratorium for commercial/industrial solar projects, and a consent agenda with multiple contracts and resolutions. The board will also discuss Planning Department staffing and receive updates from several departments.
- Continued public hearing on Ordinance O033021, a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects subject to conditional use permits
- Grant agreement with County Road Administration Board for Sundale Road & Old Highway 8 Projects in the amount of $3,154,000
- Contract with Thompson Brothers Excavating, Inc. for Countywide Guide Posts & Signing Project CRP 358, aggregate $518,030.92
- Amendment No. 20 to consolidated contract with WA State Dept. of Health, increasing maximum consideration by $474 to $2,879,558
- Resolution supporting City of White Salmon's application to expand Washington Home Rehabilitation Program
The Board unanimously voted to rescind the moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects subject to conditional use permits and directed staff to research and refine a cumulative impact analysis, primarily focused on the Knight Road Substation area, with potential inclusion in the Columbia Basin Solar Impact study. The Board also approved a $3 million loan amendment for the administration building construction, approved the consent agenda with 13 items, and supported hiring a full-time Volunteer Coordinator for Senior Services.
- Rescinded solar moratorium, ordered cumulative impact study (unanimous)
- Approved $3M loan amendment for admin building construction (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 13 items (unanimous)
- Approved $1,654,615.80 in warrants (unanimous)
- Approved $7,747.78 generator purchase for mobile command vehicle (consent)
- Approved $3,154,000 grant for Sundale Road & Old Highway 8 (consent)
- Approved $518,030.92 contract for guide posts & signing (consent)
- Approved $2,721.90 chair for 9-1-1 Dispatch Center (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with a public hearing on a short plat alteration in White Salmon, and continued discussion on a moratorium for commercial/industrial solar projects. They will also consider consent agenda items including a tax refund waiver, grant awards, and several contracts. The meeting includes department updates and citizen comments.
- Public hearing on Short Plat No. SPL 2020-20 (plat alteration) in White Salmon vicinity, applicant Claire Howe
- Continued discussion on Ordinance O033021, moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects subject to conditional use permit
- Consent agenda: waiver of 3-year limit for tax refund for Brandie and Anthony Marzillo (property tax error)
- Purchase of 2021 Ford E450 bus for $68,248.00 (county share $13,649.60)
- Lodging tax revenue awards: Goldendale Chamber $66,500, Mt. Adams Chamber $62,016, Fair Board $10,000, etc.
The Board of Commissioners approved a $2.5 million pay estimate for the County Services Building project, along with a $32,492.50 payment for courthouse entrance improvements. The board also approved a short plat alteration in White Salmon, a consent agenda with ten items, and several personnel actions. Discussions on solar project regulations were postponed to a future meeting.
- Approved $2,508,679.28 pay estimate to Kirby Nagelhout Construction for County Services Building (unanimous)
- Approved $32,492.50 pay estimate to Lee Contractors for Courthouse Entrance Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2020-20 alteration in White Salmon (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 10 items including $68,248 bus purchase and $36,195 jail door contract (unanimous)
- Approved $3,009,228.87 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
- Approved proclamation declaring May 16-22 as National EMS Week (unanimous)
- Approved verbal requests to advertise for Maintenance Technician, re-post nurse position, and hire summer interns (unanimous)
- Approved $7,400 Historic Preservation Grant and lodging tax awards (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold public meetings on two boundary line adjustments, review a continued public hearing on a moratorium for commercial/industrial solar projects, and hear an update from the Columbia Gorge Housing Authority, including a request for $10,000 in match funds. The consent agenda includes purchases for the water lab, a county burn ban resolution, and multiple road project contracts and bid openings.
- Public meetings on boundary line adjustments BLA2020-09 (Goldendale) and BLA2021-01 (Husum)
- Continued public hearing on Ordinance O033021, a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects
- Housing Authority request for $10,000 in match funds for Shelter Plus Care Program
- Consent agenda: $7,753.86 refrigerator and $4,657.65 incubators for water lab
- Bid openings for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay (est. $2.5M-$400M) and Darland Drive Overlay (est. $650K-$1.1M)
The Board continued the public hearing on Ordinance 0033021, a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects, to May 18 for further deliberation. They approved two boundary line adjustments, a 12-item consent agenda including road project settlements and a burn ban, and a $10,000 grant match for the Shelter Plus Care housing program. No final decision was made on the solar ordinance.
- Continued solar moratorium hearing to May 18 (unanimous)
- Approved BLA2020-09 (Plante/Forrest) (unanimous)
- Approved BLA2021-01 (Goodwin/Bixby) (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 12 items (unanimous)
- Approved $10,000 grant match for Shelter Plus Care (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $947,497.06 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate to Justice Systems Corp. $23,359.37 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings on a proposed moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects and a supplemental budget amendment totaling $17,595,942. The board will also receive updates from the Public Works Director, Sheriff, and other officials, and consider several consent agenda items including contracts and purchases.
- Public hearing on Ordinance O033021, a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects subject to a conditional use permit process
- Public hearing on supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 in the sum of $17,595,942
- Agreement with The Goldendale Sentinel for legal notices at $7.50 per column inch for 2021-2022
- Bid award to Hicks Striping & Curbing for Countywide Edge Lines, CRP 357, at $88,010.40
- Bid award to Thompson Bros. for Countywide Guide Posts and Signing, CRP 358, at $470,937.20
The Board unanimously approved Resolution No. 05421, a supplemental budget and amendments totaling $17,595,942 for various funds and departments. The Board also held a public hearing on Ordinance 0033021, a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects requiring conditional use permits, and continued it to May 11, 2021, for deliberation. No final decision was made on the moratorium. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including contracts and purchases, and supported a letter to Senator Patty Murray for a behavioral health facility.
- Approved Resolution No. 05421 for supplemental budget and amendments totaling $17,595,942 (unanimous)
- Approved the business agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved the consent agenda with nine items, including contracts and purchases (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $127,072.69 for accounts payable (unanimous)
- Authorized advertising for a full-time Communications Officer in Emergency Management
- Supported applying for a Washington State Department of Ecology grant for Shoreline Master Plan Update
- Supported signing a letter to Senator Patty Murray for the Three Rivers Behavioral Health Recovery Center
- Continued the public hearing on the solar moratorium to May 11, 2021, for deliberation
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular business meeting with bid openings for two road improvement projects (guide posts and edging lines) and an RFP for an audio-visual system. The consent agenda includes a seasonal outdoor burn ban, a solid waste plan update, and several contracts and agreements. The meeting also includes department updates and a legislative update.
- Bid opening: Countywide Guide Posts and Signing CRP 358
- Bid opening: Countywide Edging Lines CRP 357
- RFP opening: Audio Visual system for Board of Commissioners meeting room
- Resolution establishing outdoor burn ban May 15–Sept 20, 2021 for Burn Ban Zone Two
- Small Works Contract for Roosevelt Grade Drainage Upgrades: $72,485.00 (up to $79,733.50 with change orders)
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the business agenda, prior meeting minutes, and an 11-item consent agenda covering interlocal agreements, a burn ban resolution, a solid waste plan, and various contracts. Four bids for road signpost work and four for thermoplastic line installation were forwarded to Public Works for review, and three proposals for an audio-visual system were forwarded to Human Resources. The Board also approved warrants totaling $1,224,992.41 and discussed future joint meetings with Skamania County.
- Approved business agenda and April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved 11-item consent agenda including burn ban resolution and leases (unanimous)
- Forwarded 4 bids for road signpost installation to Public Works (unanimous)
- Forwarded 4 bids for thermoplastic line installation to Public Works (unanimous)
- Forwarded 3 proposals for audio-visual system to Human Resources (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $1,224,992.41 (unanimous)
- Adjourned to April 29, 2021, at 8:30 AM (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings regarding two short plats and a proposed 80-acre rezone in the Trout Lake vicinity. The board is also considering a seasonal outdoor burn ban for Zone One from May 1 through September 30, 2021.
- Proposed rezone of 80 acres from Forest Resource to General Rural in Trout Lake vicinity
- Proposed outdoor burn ban for Zone One from May 1, 2021, to September 30, 2021
- TASER7 purchase increase for Sheriff's Office to a new total of $84,198.30
- Agreement with City of Bingen for incarceration of prisoners for $7,000 yearly
- Small Works Contract for Jail Control Equipment Room HVAC Project for $7,789.06
The Board of County Commissioners approved two short plats (SPL 2020-16 in Appleton and SPL 2021-04 in Goldendale) unanimously, and approved holding a public hearing on a proposed 80-acre rezoning from Forest Resource to General Rural in the Trout Lake vicinity. The Board also approved the consent agenda with 14 items, including a burn ban resolution, a jail HVAC contract, and a landowner acknowledgement form for a grant application. No substantive decisions were made on the rezoning itself, which was only advanced to a future hearing.
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2020-16, 2 lots in Appleton vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2021-04, 3 lots in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
- Approved holding public hearing on Rezone 2020-01, 80 acres FR to GR in Trout Lake (unanimous)
- Approved Landowner Acknowledgement Form for Klickitat Mill property grant (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 14 items, including burn ban and jail HVAC contract (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate No. 12 of $1,329,011.72 for County Services Building (unanimous)
- Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $1,456,425.92 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting regarding a land rezone in the Trout Lake vicinity. The agenda includes several personnel authorizations, a public health contract amendment, and a proposed supplemental budget of $17,595,942.
- Public meeting for Rezone 2020-01: 80 acres from Forest Resource to General Rural in Trout Lake vicinity
- Contract with Lee Contractors, LLC for Courthouse Entrance Improvement Project totaling $382,888.13
- Proposed supplemental budget and amendments for 2021 in the sum of $17,595,942
- Contract amendment with WA State Department of Health increasing maximum consideration by $824,273
- Scheduling of May 4 public hearing regarding Ordinance No. O033021, a moratorium on Commercial/Industrial Solar Projects
The Board granted final approval for a three-lot short plat in the Goldendale vicinity and tabled a rezoning request in Trout Lake. The Board also scheduled a public hearing for May 4 to discuss a moratorium on commercial and industrial solar projects.
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2021-03 for 3 lots (unanimous)
- Tabled Rezone 2020-01 for 80 acres in Trout Lake (unanimous)
- Approved $1,007,424.20 in accounts payable and payroll warrants (unanimous)
- Approved $824,273 increase to COVID-19 response contract with WA State Dept of Health (unanimous)
- Approved contract with Lee Contractors, LLC for Courthouse Entrance Improvement Project (unanimous)
- Approved advertising for Senior Accounting and Administrative Assistant positions (unanimous)
- Approved $45,000 purchase of drug infirmary machine with City of Goldendale
- Scheduled public hearing for solar project moratorium for May 4, 2021
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a rezone request in the Trout Lake vicinity. The meeting includes a consent agenda with several infrastructure contracts and personnel authorizations.
- Public hearing for Rezone 2020-01: 80 acres from Forest Resource to General Rural for Dean Enterprises LLC
- Contract with Grade Worx, LLC for Old Mountain Road improvements totaling $1,375,863.18
- Liquid Asphalt Purchase contract with Albina Asphalt for $543,041.00
- Provision of $300,000 in point-09 revenue to Klickitat County Port District #1 for DIP Lot 39 Development
- Small Works Contract with James Dean Construction, Inc. for Roosevelt Grade Drainage Upgrades for $72,485.00
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included $300,000 in funding for the Dallesport Industrial Park Lot 39 project, a $1.38 million contract for Old Mountain Road improvements, and a $543,041 liquid asphalt purchase. They also approved pay estimates for the jail control system upgrade and forwarded newspaper bids for review. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and routine items.
- Approved $300,000 in point-09 revenue to fund the DIP Lot 39 Development construction.
- Approved a $1,375,863.18 contract with Grade Worx, LLC for Old Mountain Road improvements.
- Approved a $543,041.00 liquid asphalt purchase contract with Albina Asphalt.
- Approved a $72,485.00 small works contract for Roosevelt Grade Drainage Upgrades.
- Approved pay estimate No. 5 of $38,050.26 for the Jail Control System Upgrade.
- Approved the consent agenda with eight items, including personnel authorizations and an interlocal agreement.
- Forwarded two bids for official county newspaper designation to the Clerk of the Board for review.
- Approved warrants totaling $185,979.72 for accounts payable.
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with a work session, public hearing, and consent agenda. Key items include a proposed moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects, a boundary line adjustment, and approval of contracts and personnel actions. The agenda also includes several routine reports and updates from county departments.
- Public hearing on Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2020-10 in Wishram vicinity (Applicant: John Trosper)
- Ordinance to adopt a six-month moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects requiring a Conditional Use Permit
- Contract with Kutak Rock LLP for legal services in Regional Disposal Company tax appeal at $335/hour (attorney), $250/hour (associates), $110/hour (paralegal)
- Bid openings for Countywide Edge Lines projects CRP 357 ($100,000-$200,000) and CRP 358 ($350,000-$650,000) on April 27, 2021
- Addendum to Luminare service agreement for COVID-19 vaccine software integration at additional cost of $10,000
The Board approved Ordinance 0033021, imposing a six-month moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects requiring a Conditional Use Permit, with a public hearing set for May 4, 2021. The Board also approved a boundary line adjustment, a $1.03 million pay estimate for the County Services Building, and $2.24 million in warrants. Several administrative items were approved, including a compensation study and personnel actions.
- Approved Ordinance 0033021 imposing a 6-month moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects subject to a Conditional Use Permit (Commissioner Anderson opposed).
- Granted final approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2020-10 for parcels in the Wishram vicinity.
- Approved Pay Estimate No. 11 to Kirby Nagelhout Construction for $1,028,360.71 for the County Services Building.
- Approved warrants totaling $2,235,410.05 for accounts payable and payroll.
- Approved the consent agenda with 20 items, including appointments, personnel authorizations, and contract approvals.
- Received verbal approval to conduct a compensation study for non-represented employees and to update a nurse's pay scale.
- Approved the business agenda and the March 16, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Adjourned the meeting at 4:44 PM.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider a boundary line adjustment in the Murdock vicinity. The board is also reviewing a consent agenda featuring several personnel appointments, grant-funded equipment purchases, and intergovernmental agreements.
- Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2020-12 in the Murdock vicinity
- Agreement with Washington State University for a Small Business Development Center office at $40,000 per year
- Purchase request for Juvenile Department Livescan equipment totaling $15,897.23
- Funding assistance of $4,000 for White Salmon Valley District At-Risk Youth Programs
- Purchase of Pagefreezer social media archiving service for $6,589.75 initial cost
The Board approved the business agenda, meeting minutes, a boundary line adjustment, and a 21-item consent agenda. They also decided to reopen the courthouse and all annexes to the public on March 24 at 8 AM, with each elected official deciding whether to open their office. The Board approved several personnel actions, including filling a Foreman position, four flaggers, two Summer Labor Engineers, and a temporary Office Manager position.
- Approved the business agenda as presented.
- Approved the March 9, 2021 meeting minutes.
- Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2020-12 in the Murdock vicinity.
- Approved the consent agenda with 21 items, including appointments, resolutions, and contracts.
- Approved warrants totaling $168,883.16 and a pay estimate of $25,091.65 for the Jail Control System Upgrade.
- Approved reopening the courthouse and annexes to the public on March 24 at 8 AM.
- Approved filling a Foreman position, four flaggers, and two Summer Labor Engineers positions.
- Approved adding a temporary Office Manager and Clerical Administrative Assistant position for nine months.
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with a workshop session. The board will consider a public hearing on a short plat application, review appointments to boards and commissions, and vote on a consent agenda that includes multiple road construction bids, professional services agreements, and grant amendments. The meeting also includes updates from county departments and a presentation on the Goldendale Energy Storage Project.
- Public hearing on Short Plat SPL 2020-03 in White Salmon area
- Bid award for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay (CRP 362) with $2,491,667 in federal funds
- Bid award for West Darland Drive Overlay (CRP 361) with $593,888 in federal funds
- Bid award for Old Mountain Road Reconstruction (CRP 350) at $1,375,863.18
- Bid award for County Courthouse Entrance Improvement at $382,888.13
The Board approved a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects, subject to Resolution #01121, by a 2-1 vote. The Board also approved a short plat for two lots in the White Salmon area, a consent agenda with 17 items, and various financial approvals. Discussions included the Goldendale Energy Storage Project and budget review.
- Approved a moratorium on commercial/industrial solar projects (Resolution #01121) by majority vote (Christopher and Sauter yes; Anderson no).
- Approved Short Plat SPL 2020-03 for two lots in the White Salmon area (applicants Scott Hohensee & Robyn Sturgis).
- Approved the consent agenda with 17 items, including purchase of four snow plows, road overlay projects, and bid awards.
- Approved meeting minutes for March 2, 2021.
- Approved accounts payable and payroll totaling $910,201.48.
- Approved verbal requests to advertise for a Casual Communications Officer and a Victim Witness Coordinator.
- Supported issuing a request for proposals for redevelopment of the Klickitat Mill Site.
- Supported writing a letter to the Department of Fish and Wildlife regarding electric pedal assist bikes on county property.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a business meeting to review bid openings for asphalt and road improvements. The agenda includes decisions on a short plat, a social media policy, and road project amendments. The session also includes department updates and a public meeting regarding a land parcel.
- Bid opening for 2021 paving season liquid asphalt
- Bid opening for 1.14 miles of improvements to Old Mountain Road (CRP 350)
- Public meeting to consider approval of Short Plat No. SPL 2020-13 (Nathan & Janice Bell)
- Resolution to sell tax title parcel no. 03-10-2444-0010/00 to the City of White Salmon
- Rural Arterial Program Agreement Amendment to extend the Courtney Road 2R Project by 0.85 miles
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved three bids for liquid asphalt and road improvements, granted final approval for Short Plat SPL 2020-13, and approved the consent agenda with six items, including a social media policy and a settlement agreement. The board also approved pay estimates and warrants, and discussed solar project permitting, short-term rentals, and nuisance abatement, instructing staff to draft motions on a solar moratorium and policy guidelines.
- Approved forwarding three bids for liquid asphalt to Public Works for review.
- Approved forwarding four bids for Old Mountain Road improvements to Public Works for review.
- Approved final approval of Short Plat SPL 2020-13 (2 lots, Husum vicinity).
- Approved the consent agenda with six items, including a social media policy and a settlement agreement.
- Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $187,603.70.
- Approved pay estimate No. 3 to All Service Heating & Air Conditioning for $39,389.21 (Jail HVAC).
- Approved pay estimate No. 1 and final to All Service Heating & Air Conditioning for $25,819.68 (Juniper Point HVAC).
- Instructed staff to bring back draft motions on a solar moratorium and solar permitting policy guidelines.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding Washington Gorge Action Programs funded by the Community Development Block Grant. The board will also discuss a draft social media policy and review several consent agenda items including IT and senior services contracts.
- Public hearing on Washington Gorge Action Programs performance (CDBG funded)
- Agreement with TRI-TEC Communications for phone system support: $11,949.38 yearly
- Contract amendment for AAADSW COVID-19 response for seniors: $58,675 increase (total $258,687)
- Gorge Commuter Annual Pass Fare Program contract: $21,000 in revenue
- Request to reject all bids for Roosevelt Grade Road Drainage Upgrades Small Works Contract
The Board approved carrying over $23,600 in Emergency Operations Center funding for 2021 COVID-19 expenditures, and approved the consent agenda with ten items, including rejecting all bids for the Roosevelt Grade Road project due to tax errors. They also approved the business agenda, meeting minutes, and payment warrants totaling $1,369,823.87. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed but not voted on.
- Approved $23,600 COVID-19 fund carryover (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 10 items (unanimous)
- Rejected all bids for Roosevelt Grade Road project (consent item)
- Approved payment warrants totaling $1,369,823.87 (unanimous)
- Approved business agenda with add-on (unanimous)
- Approved meeting minutes for Feb 9 and Feb 16 (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will review several Public Works contracts and a request for a new police vehicle. The meeting includes updates from the Sheriff, Emergency Management, and Public Works, as well as a discussion on the Public Health Department's organizational chart.
- Contract with Stripe Rite, Inc. for 2021 Annual Striping Program for $380,037.00 (up to $418,040.70 with change orders)
- Purchase of one 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle and equipment for a total of $87,752.02
- Consultant agreements for structural engineering ($80,000), archaeology services ($30,000), and survey services ($30,000)
- Resolution to increase Public Health Nurse position from .8 to full-time FTE
- Amendment to Hearing Examiner contract for Andrew Kottkamp at a rate of $180 per hour
The Board approved the consent agenda, which included a resolution to increase the Public Health Nurse position from 0.8 to full-time FTE, a pay estimate of $889,746.63 for the County Services Building, and several contracts for road work and consulting services. The Board also heard public comments on solar projects and discussed a proposed Public Health Department reorganization, expressing support with the understanding it would be reassessed after the pandemic.
- Approved the business agenda as presented.
- Approved pay estimate No. 9 to Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company for $889,746.63 for the County Services Building Project.
- Approved warrants totaling $1,138,059.21 for accounts payable and electronic transfer.
- Approved the consent agenda with 12 items, including Resolution No. 02621 to increase the Public Health Nurse FTE from .8 to full-time.
- Approved the purchase of a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle and equipment for a total cost of $87,752.02.
- Approved a contract with Stripe Rite, Inc. for the 2021 Annual Striping Program for $380,037.00.
- Approved three consultant agreements for on-call archaeology, structural engineering, and survey services.
- Adjourned to tour two solar energy projects in Prineville, OR on February 25, 2021.
Board of County Commissioners
The Board of County Commissioners will open bids for courthouse entrance renovations and technical support for the county phone system. The meeting includes a review of appeals regarding a proposed development by Under Canvas, Inc. and various consent agenda items for equipment and services.
- Bid opening for Klickitat County Courthouse Entrance Improvement Project
- Consideration of appeals regarding Under Canvas, Inc. development permits
- Purchase of a Sheriff's Office utility trailer for $4,915.77
- Internet service agreements with Gorge.net ($634.95/month) and Wave Business Solutions ($3,573.00/month)
- Interagency Grant Agreement for community development and housing up to $132,850
The Board approved forwarding the low bid for the Courthouse Entrance Improvement Project to Public Works for review, and opened proposals for the Mitel phone system. They also approved a resolution designating a hearing examiner for the Under Canvas appeal, and discussed forming a solar committee and revising short-term rental ordinances, but took no final action on those items.
- Approved forwarding Lee Contractors' $382,888.13 bid for Courthouse Entrance Improvement Project to Public Works (unanimous)
- Approved forwarding Tri-Tec Communications' $11,949.38 proposal for Mitel phone system support to IT (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 02221 designating a hearing examiner for Under Canvas appeal (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 12 items, including trailer purchase, internet service agreements, and proclamation recognizing 9-1-1 dispatchers as first responders (unanimous)
- Approved warrants totaling $932,404.05 for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
- Approved business agenda and January 26, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular business meeting, preceded by morning workshops and followed by continuation sessions on Feb. 11. The board will consider consent agenda items including vehicle purchases, a public health contract amendment, and personnel authorizations, plus hear department updates and discuss fair plans and potential future work with Columbia Land Trust.
- Amendment No. 18 to 2018-2021 Consolidated Contract (CLH18250) with WA Dept. of Health, increasing maximum by $173,691 to $2,054,811
- Purchase of three 2021 Ram 1500 pickups and equipment for Sheriff's Office, total $249,766.24
- Purchase of one 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle and equipment, total $86,478.32
- Annexation petitions for Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 3 (5 petitions, 100% of acreage)
- Bid openings for Liquid Asphalt ($500,000-$700,000) and Old Mountain Road improvements (1.14 miles)
The Board unanimously approved removing county-owned riverfront property from the tax title auction to support a proposed riverfront park in White Salmon. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including resolutions on fire district annexation and several purchases, and discussed but did not decide on short-term rental and RV ordinances.
- Approved pulling riverfront parcels from tax title auction (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 10 items (unanimous)
- Approved $253,101.23 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate to ASET Inc. for $10,762.90 (unanimous)
- Approved pay estimate to Justice Systems Corp. for $27,510.32 (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order #65 for County Services Building for $61,558.97 (unanimous)
- Authorized advertising to hire temporary public health nurse and nutrition coordinator
- Authorized advertising to fill vacant Corrections Officer position
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a workshop and regular meeting. They will receive updates from Public Works, Human Resources, Public Health, and Comprehensive Health Care, and discuss mental health services. The board will open proposals for a connectivity provider for Goldendale and White Salmon offices, consider amending a resolution to allow code enforcement when there is a direct public health threat, and follow up on SEPA appeals for the Under Canvas project. The consent agenda includes vehicle purchases, interlocal agreements for at-risk youth programs and vaccine clinics, and various service agreements.
- Request for Proposals opening for connectivity provider for Goldendale and White Salmon offices
- Discussion on amending Resolution #17020 to allow code enforcement for direct public health threats
- Follow-up on SEPA appeals for the proposed Under Canvas Project
- Purchase of 2021 Ram 1500 for $31,548.05 for Building and Code Compliance
- Interlocal agreements with five school districts for At-Risk Youth Programs
The Board of Commissioners approved a 15-item consent agenda, including a $31,548.05 truck purchase and multiple interlocal agreements for at-risk youth programs and vaccine clinics. They also amended Resolution No. 17020 to extend the suspension of code enforcement nuisance complaints through July 1, 2021, with exceptions for direct public health threats. The Board agreed to use a hearings examiner for the Under Canvas SEPA appeals and scheduled a workshop to discuss appeal fees.
- Approved 15-item consent agenda (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 01721 amending code enforcement suspension (unanimous)
- Agreed to use hearings examiner for Under Canvas SEPA appeals
- Approved $31,548.05 purchase of 2021 Ram 1500 (consent agenda)
- Approved $3,244.39 pay estimate to Day Wireless Systems (unanimous)
- Approved $166,393.92 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
- Approved hiring temporary support staff for records archiving (verbal)
- Approved two electric vehicle charging stations (verbal)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners holds a regular business meeting with a public hearing on an amendment to the Mountain View Estates Subdivision preliminary approval in the Dallesport vicinity. The board will also consider consent agenda items including a $380,037 road striping bid, COVID-19 related personnel and paid sick leave resolutions, and several agreements. Department updates and reports from elected officials are scheduled.
- Public hearing on amendment to Mountain View Estates Subdivision Preliminary Approval (SUB2018-01), parcels in Dallesport vicinity, applicant Greg Wallace
- Consent agenda: award bid to Stripe Rite Inc. of Kennewick, WA for 2021 Annual Striping Program, $380,037.00
- Consent agenda: resolution extending Families First Coronavirus Response Act Emergency Paid Sick Leave through June 30, 2021
- Consent agenda: settlement agreement with Kenneth Smith for right-of-way for Old Mountain Road reconstruction
- Consent agenda: master service agreement with Language Line Services Inc. for adult probation translation, $0.98 per minute
The Board unanimously approved a motion to support Senate Bill 5206, which would eliminate expedited processing of solar energy facilities on certain designated lands. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a $380,037 annual striping contract and a settlement for right-of-way on Old Mountain Road. No action was taken after executive session.
- Approved motion to support Senate Bill 5206 (unanimous)
- Approved consent agenda with 6 items (unanimous)
- Awarded 2021 Annual Striping Program bid to Stripe Rite Inc. for $380,037
- Approved settlement agreement for right-of-way on Old Mountain Road
- Approved Resolution 01521 extending COVID-19 paid sick leave through June 30, 2021
- Approved Resolution 01621 adding temporary COVID-19 response positions
- Approved warrants totaling $1,113,743.12
- Approved Resolution 01421 for Mountain View Estates Subdivision amendment (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting with public hearings on amending county codes for building standards and nuisance abatement, and a bid opening for the annual striping program. They will also consider a consent agenda with multiple contracts and agreements, including a radio system maintenance contract and federal funding for road projects.
- Public hearing to adopt 2018 international codes and amend Title 15, removing nuisance abatement section
- Public hearing to amend Title 16 for factory assembled structures, extending permit expiration and extension time frames
- Bid opening for 2021 Annual Striping Program RN642-21
- Contract with Radio Service Solutions LLC for Tier 3 Public Safety Radio System support at $34,650 annual fee
- Federal funds for Countywide Edge Lines Project ($175,300) and Guide Post & Signing Project ($613,500)
The Board approved the local adoption of the 2018 International Codes and amended regulations for factory-assembled structures and nuisance abatement. The Board also passed a resolution requiring conditional use review for solar projects connecting to the BPA Knight Substation.
- Adopted 2018 International Codes via amendment to Klickitat County Code Title 15 (unanimous)
- Approved extension of factory-assembled structure permit expiration from 90 to 180 days (unanimous)
- Moved Nuisance Abatement from Title 15 to an independent title (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 01121 requiring conditional use process for solar projects at BPA Knight Substation (unanimous)
- Forwarded three bids for 2021 Annual Striping Program to Public Works for review (unanimous)
- Approved $1,587.22 contract with Coburn Electric Inc. for on-call electrical services (unanimous)
- Authorized $1,554,777.30 in total accounts payable warrants for 2020 and 2021 (unanimous)
- Approved $806,644.82 payment to Kirby Nagelhout Construction for County Services Building (unanimous)
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session and regular meeting covering department updates, a discussion of the Governor's Healthy Washington Road Map to Recovery, and standards for board appointments. The regular agenda includes a $20,000 interlocal agreement for the Bingen/White Salmon Community Youth Center, a $13,870.90 building permit fee waiver request for Fire District #3, a settlement for right-of-way on Old Mountain Road, and multiple board appointments. The board will also consider personnel hires and a request for proposals for a county-wide network.
- $20,000 interlocal agreement with Washington Gorge Action Programs for Bingen/White Salmon Community Youth Center operating funds
- Request to waive $13,870.90 in building permit fees for Fire Protection District #3 upgrades at 431 Snowden Road and 200 Husum Street, White Salmon
- Settlement agreement with Michael Schneider for 0.27 acres of right-of-way for Old Mountain Road reconstruction
- Request for proposals for a Wide Area Network for Goldendale and White Salmon offices; bids open Feb. 2, 2021
- Personnel authorizations to hire a Casual Cook at $17.47/hr and a Foreman at $24.99/hr
The Board of County Commissioners discussed the process for appointing citizens to county boards, commissions, and committees. The Board agreed to review a resolution from Douglas County regarding appointment policies for further discussion.
- Approved the Business Agenda (unanimous)
- Agreed to review Douglas County resolution on board appointments
Board of County Commissioners
The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a morning work session and afternoon regular meeting on January 5, 2021. They will elect a chairman and vice chairman for 2021, receive updates from the Public Works and Natural Resources directors, and handle routine business including appointments, vacation carryover requests, and payment approvals. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.
- Election of chairman and vice chairman for 2021 calendar year
- Public Works/Road Department update by Director Gordon Kelsey
- Natural Resources/Economic Development update by Director Dave McClure
- Appointments to Public Corporation Board of Directors and Economic Development Authority Board
- Employee vacation hour carryover requests over 160-hour cap
The Board of Commissioners reorganized for the 2021 calendar year and approved several administrative appointments and equipment purchases. A proposal to enact a three-month moratorium on large-scale solar developments west of Highway 97 was defeated.
- Elected David M. Sauter as Chairman (unanimous)
- Elected Jacob L. Anderson as Vice-Chairman (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 00221 appointing Jacob Anderson and Dan Christopher to the Public Corporation Board of Directors (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 00321 appointing members to the Public Economic Development Authority Board (unanimous)
- Approved employee vacation hour carry-over requests (unanimous)
- Approved $2,917.69 purchase for a Dell laptop and monitor (unanimous)
- Denied emergency 3-month moratorium on large-scale solar developments west of Highway 97 (2-1)
- Approved December 29, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)