Klickitat County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider appointing interim leadership for Public Works and the County Engineer. The meeting includes public reviews of two boundary line adjustments and several contracts for senior services. The board will also discuss recruiting a Public Health Officer.

• Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2022-18 (Husum vicinity) and BLA 2022-14 (Lyle vicinity)
• Interim appointments of Jeff Hunter as Acting Public Works Director and Seth Scarola as Acting County Engineer
• Senior Services contracts with Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of SW Washington for nutrition ($171,213), transportation ($145,358), and Volunteer Connection Program ($150,000)
• Contract with Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of SW Washington for disease prevention services up to $5,170
• Change Order No. 1 with Berry, Dun, McNeil & Parker, LLC for Enterprise Resource Planning Software Selection Project

The Board of County Commissioners approved interim appointments for the Public Works Director and County Engineer. They granted final approval for two boundary line adjustments and passed a 15-item consent agenda including senior services contracts. The Board also authorized over $2.1 million in payroll and accounts payable warrants.

• Approved interim appointment of Jeff Hunter as Public Works Director and Seth Scarola as County Engineer (Unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-18 in Husum vicinity (Unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-14 in Lyle vicinity (Unanimous)
• Approved 15-item consent agenda including senior services contracts and wage adjustments (Unanimous)
• Approved $2,125,425.05 in combined accounts payable and payroll warrants (Unanimous)
• Granted verbal approval to fill Maintenance Technician position in Glenwood
• Approved interim base salary and pay for Acting Public Works Director and Acting County Engineer (Unanimous)
• Approved change of Fiscal Manager position from Pay Grade 72 to 73 (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session and a regular business meeting to discuss department updates and a series of consent agenda items. The body is deciding on several board appointments, professional service contracts, and budget transfers.

• Pay estimate of $465,595.98 to James Dean Construction for the Courtney Road Project
• Reimbursement up to $5,000.00 for the rehab and remodel of Grange hall #98 in White Salmon
• Contract for Electronic Medical Record software between Klickitat County Behavioral Health and Athena Health
• Award of bid for the Satus Pass Radio Site Project to Day Wireless
• Creation of a Klickitat County vehicle fleet pool

The Board of County Commissioners approved a wide-ranging consent agenda including various board appointments, contracts, and budget transfers. They also authorized a payment for the Courtney Road Project and elected Lisa Janicki to the DNR Forest Practices Board.

• Approved 18 consent agenda items including board appointments and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved $465,595.98 pay estimate to James Dean Construction for Courtney Road Project (unanimous)
• Approved $944,918.80 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
• Elected Lisa Janicki as DNR Forest Practices Board candidate (unanimous)
• Approved verbal request to advertise for Project Coordinator in Natural Resources/Economic Development
• Approved verbal request to proceed with County Administrative Building photo project
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Pulled appointment of Jacob Anderson to Columbia Gorge Regional Airport Board for further discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2023 budget, tax levies, and the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The board will also consider an ordinance regarding decommission plans for wind and solar energy projects.

• Adoption of the 2023 budget for Klickitat County Government in the amount of $59,484,698
• Establishment of the 2023 Road Levy and tax levies for the General Fund, Election Reserve Fund, and Veterans Relief Fund
• Adoption of the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Ordinance providing a 'Model' Decommission Plan for wind and solar energy projects
• Final payment of $26,103.17 to Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company for the Klickitat County Services Building Project

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the 2023 budget, tax levies, and the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The Board also passed an ordinance establishing a model decommission plan for wind and solar energy projects.

• Adopted 2023 budget totaling $49,484,698.00 (Unanimous)
• Approved 2023 tax levies for General Fund, Election Reserve Fund, and Veterans Relief Fund (Unanimous)
• Established 2023 Road Levy (Unanimous)
• Adopted 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan (Unanimous)
• Passed Ordinance No. 0121322 regarding energy development and Model Decommission Plans for wind and solar projects (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 13122 regarding Finance Steering Committee & ERP implementation (Unanimous)
• Approved $26,103.17 final payment to Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company for Services Building Project (Unanimous)
• Authorized increased hourly rate to advertise for a Public Health Officer

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to adopt the 2023 budget and the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes bid openings for a radio tower and electronic filing solutions, as well as a discussion on Solid Waste contract amendments.

• Public hearing for 2023 budget and 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Public hearing for supplemental budget expenditures of $384,900
• Bid opening for Satus Pass Radio Tower construction
• Consideration of Short Plat SPL2022-14 for Charlene Gilpatrick in Trout Lake vicinity
• Contract for $10,454 for home delivered meal services via Area Agency for Aging & Disabilities

The Board approved a $384,900 supplemental budget and the Six Year Road Transportation Improvement Program for 2023-2028. They also approved a short plat in the Trout Lake vicinity and forwarded bids for a radio tower and electronic filing solutions for review. Public hearings for the 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan were continued to December 13, 2022.

• Approved $384,900 supplemental budget and amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Six Year Road Transportation Improvement Program 2023-2028 (unanimous)
• Approved Annual Construction Program for 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL2022-15 in Trout Lake vicinity (unanimous)
• Forwarded $533,948.58 Satus Pass Radio Tower bid to Public Works (unanimous)
• Forwarded $45,800 electronic filing proposal to Clerk's office (unanimous)
• Continued 2023 Budget and Capital Improvement Plan hearings to Dec 13 (unanimous)
• Approved 16 consent agenda items including senior services contracts and personnel changes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings to consider several short plats and the final approval of the Mountain View Estates subdivision. The agenda also includes a public hearing on the Washington Gorge Action Programs performance review and various contract approvals.

• Public meeting for final approval of Subdivision SUB2018-01 (Mountain View Estates)
• Consideration of Short Plats SPL2021-32, SPL2021-17, and SPL2022-09
• Contract increase of $10,000 for The Watershed Company for Critical Areas Ordinance update
• Snow removal contract with Dirt Works Unlimited at $134.38 per hour
• Payment estimates to All Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. totaling $112,134.32

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The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to adopt the 2023 preliminary budget and set public hearings for the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan and a supplemental budget. The session includes several public meetings regarding land boundary adjustments and short plats.

• Adoption of 2023 Preliminary Budget and 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan public hearing
• Property tax Levy Certification for $6,000,000.00 for the 2023 general and road funds
• Payment of $628,008.51 to James Dean Construction, Inc for Courtney Road Project
• Contract with Potts & Associates for lobbying services at $3,300.00 per year
• Public meetings for short plats and boundary adjustments in Goldendale, Glenwood, and Husum

The Board of Commissioners approved four boundary line adjustments and short plats. They also passed a consent agenda including the 2023 preliminary budget and a property tax levy certification. The Board decided against early office closures for Christmas and New Year's Eve.

• Approved 2023 Preliminary Budget and set public hearing (unanimous)
• Approved property tax levy certification for $6,042,262.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-10 in Husum vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment & Short Plat BLA2022-04 and SPL2022-08 in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL2022-10 in Glenwood vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL2021-28 in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved $155.87/hour snow removal contract for Pioneer Center (unanimous)
• Approved $628,008.51 pay estimate for Courtney Road Project (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss department updates and a presentation from the Mid-Columbia Houseless Collaborative. The body is deciding on several consent agenda items including emergency management equipment and public health funding. A public hearing regarding amendments to the Model Decommissioning Plan remains open for comment.

• Increase of $52,000 in funding for Public Health Department contract amendment No. 9
• Purchase of GPS receiver SecureSync Model 2406-413 for $9,964.93
• Emergency Management Performance Grant (22EMPG) in the amount of $31,866
• Contract with Gary Denny Floor Covering for $8,899.55 for courthouse flooring
• Grant agreement with Amerigroup Washington, Inc. for $20,000.00 for incarceration transition assistance

The Board of County Commissioners discussed updating the County Comprehensive Plan and supported issuing a request for proposals (RFP) for a consultant. The Board also expressed support for hiring a project coordinator to lead community engagement for the plan.

• Supported issuing an RFP for a consultant to assist with the Comprehensive Plan update
• Supported finding a project coordinator for the Comprehensive Plan update
• Supported placing the Comprehensive Plan on the County website

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a supplemental budget of $345,628. The meeting includes discussions on opioid settlement funding for adult probation and two boundary line adjustments. The body will also review several professional services agreements for public health and behavioral health services.

• Public hearing for a supplemental budget and amendments totaling $345,628
• Request for $110,000 in annual Opioid Settlement Agreement funding for one FTE Adult Probation employee
• Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-18 (James and Patricia Farrer) and BLA2022-11 (Michelle & Brian Martin)
• Budget transfer of $367,265 within the Building Inspection Department for wages
• Quit Claim Deed of 3.94 acres (the “Rock Quarry”) to 101 Bar Ranch LLC

The Board approved a supplemental budget to establish the Behavioral Health Department and designated it as the provider of County Designated Crisis Responders. Several professional services agreements for crisis responders and health programs were approved. Two boundary line adjustments in the Goldendale and Glenwood vicinities were also granted.

• Approved Supplemental Budget 2022-3 for $345,628 (unanimous)
• Designated Behavioral Health Department as provider of County Designated Crisis Responders (unanimous)
• Approved 6 professional services agreements for crisis responders and WIC counseling (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-18 in Goldendale vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-11 in Glenwood vicinity (unanimous)
• Authorized signing of Joint Columbia Gorge Regional Airport Policy Statement (unanimous)
• Approved $223,990.38 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
• Denied motion for moratorium on lithium batteries (1-2)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a continued public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the County’s Model Decommissioning Plan. The meeting also includes department updates and a consent agenda with various appointments and contract amendments.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Klickitat County’s Model Decommissioning Plan
• Pay estimate of $469,163.26 to James Dean Construction, Inc. for Courtney Road Project
• Purchase of four Watson 2nd Tier Monitor Array Bars for $5,554.14
• Proposed boundary line adjustments BLA2022-18 (Goldendale) and BLA2022-11 (Glenwood)
• Fee waiver request of $320.00 for WSU Extension/4-H Horse Project

The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved resolutions to lift burn bans in three zones. They also approved the filling of a Public Educator position and forwarded two healthcare record system proposals for review.

• Rescinded outdoor burning restrictions for Burn Ban Zones one, two, and three (Unanimous)
• Approved filling the Public Educator position in the Public Health Department
• Approved forwarding two proposals for an Electronic Healthcare Record System to the Public Health Director (Unanimous)
• Approved $469,163.26 pay estimate for James Dean Construction, Inc. for Courtney Road Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $5,554.14 purchase of four monitor array bars for Emergency Management (Unanimous)
• Approved $320.00 fee waiver for WSU Extension/4-H Horse Project (Unanimous)
• Granted request for Transfer Station employees to take lunch breaks
• Approved reorganization of the Solid Waste Department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a supplemental budget and various public health contracts. The agenda includes a public meeting for a boundary line adjustment and the opening of proposals for a healthcare record system.

• Proposed supplemental budget and amendments of $345,628
• Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-08 for Jerald Dean & LI Dean Enterprises, LLC
• Payment of $97,942.81 to Frank Gurney, Inc. for 2022 Guardrail Repairs
• Payment of $64,789.05 to Strip Rite, Inc. for 2022 Annual Stripping Program
• Funding increase of $9,413 for the Washington State Department of Health contract

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting public hearings regarding the 2023 Preliminary Budget, the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan, and transportation program amendments. The meeting also includes decisions on road closures, burn bans, and contract extensions.

• Public hearings for 2023 Preliminary Budget and 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Proposed amendments to the Annual and Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program 2023-2028
• Contract increase of $150,000 for GN Northern, Inc. geotechnical services, raising the maximum payable to $200,000
• Temporary closure of Courtney Road, No. 11700 from October 15 to November 18, 2022
• Payment of $23,867.15 to Central Mechanical Services for Courthouse Plumbing Remodel Project 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a long-term road improvement schedule. The plan details specific projects for road widening, bridge maintenance, and paving across the county through 2028.

• 2023 projects totaling $7,347 (in thousands), including Bickleton Hwy widening and Courtney Road reconstruction
• 2024 projects totaling $6,943 (in thousands), including Sundale Road/Old Hwy 8 reconstruction ($2,830)
• Bridge maintenance including Roosevelt Overpass, Rock Creek, and Miller bridge repairs
• Proposed future projects including Klickitat sidewalks and town road overlays in 2028
• Wood Gulch Bridge replacement on Schrantz Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a regular meeting. The provided agenda consists primarily of procedural boilerplate and standard meeting sections.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding budget amendments and land development fees. The body is also reviewing several public health contracts and a road project payment.

• Public hearing for supplemental budget appropriations of $971,614
• Public hearing for amendments to County Code chapter 2.72 regarding Land Development Fees
• Payment of $619,677.50 to James Dean Construction, Inc. for Courtney Road Project CRP 342 & 343
• Agreement to provide $78,665.60 to WSU Extension for an extension program
• Agreement with SWACH for up to $99,000 for nursing and mental health services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review proposed amendments to the Model Decommissioning Plan and consider funding for water system corrosion control. The meeting includes the adoption of the 2023 preliminary budget and extensions of outdoor burning restrictions.

• Proposed $140,000 for Glenwood Water System corrosion control and leak detection
• Adoption of the 2023 preliminary budget with a public hearing set for October 4, 2022
• Public hearing for the 2023-2028 Capital Improvement Plan
• Extensions of outdoor burning restrictions for Zones One, Two, and Three through October 14, 2022
• Homeland Security Grant Program Agreement for $48,757.00

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss road usage by solar company workers and consider temporary 35 mph speed limits on five county roads. The meeting also includes personnel authorizations and boundary line adjustment scheduling.

• Temporary 35 mph speed limits on Middle, Schrantz, Van Noster, Hooker, and Naught Roads for Lund Hill Solar farm construction
• Request from Alder Creek Pioneer Museum to change scope of $2,000 Historic Preservation Grant
• Authorization to hire Clerical Administrative Assistant II ($18.17-$19.26 per hour)
• Scheduling of public meetings for Boundary Line Adjustments BLA 2022-05 and PLA 2022-12
• Transfer of a 2012 Ford Escape from Planning to Public Health Department

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular business meeting to discuss land use adjustments and a lease for a wildfire operating base. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for supplemental budget appropriations.

• Proposed $1,035,614 in supplemental appropriations and amendments to the 2022 Budget
• Lease agreement for office and storage space at 45 Airport Way, Dallesport, for a Wildfire Forward Operating Base
• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-07 (Lawton Creek LLC) in the Goldendale vicinity
• Public meeting for Subdivision SUB 2019-02 (Matt Graves) in the BZ Corner vicinity

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates and a variety of administrative agreements. The session includes a public meeting regarding a boundary line adjustment and preparations for 2023 budget workshops.

• Participation in the Washington State Opioid Settlement Agreement ($518 million over 17 years)
• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-09 in the Husum vicinity
• Reimbursement Agreement between Public Works and Klickitat County Fire District No. 1
• Credit card service agreement between the Auditor’s Office and Automated Merchant Systems
• Resolution to rescind Resolution No. 17719 regarding exempt employee hour recording

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to handle appointments and schedule public hearings. The session includes a series of budget workshops on August 25, 2022, covering various county departments.

• Appointment of Jason Hartmann to the Mid-Columbia Economic Development District Board
• Appointment of Sunday Sutton to the Klickitat County Board of Health
• Scheduling of August 30 public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-09 in the Husum vicinity
• Scheduling of September 20 public hearing for the Model Decommissioning Plan amendment
• Appointment of William Muir and Laurie Wilhite to the Klickitat Citizen’s Review Committee

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The Board of County Commissioners will review a request for a burn ban variance for a ceremonial event in White Salmon. The body is also deciding on several construction pay estimates, contract amendments, and the rejection of bids for two projects due to cost.

• Burn ban variance request for Lakota Nation Ceremonial Sundance at 1376 Highway 14, White Salmon
• Pay estimate of $276,725.50 to Stripe Rite, Inc. for 2022 Annual Striping Program
• Change order of $266,104.32 to James Dean Construction, Inc. for Courtney Road Project
• Proposed public hearing on September 27, 2022, regarding Land Development Fees
• Authorization to purchase a DJI Matrice 300 RTK Drone and accessories for $37,540.24

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting regarding a short plat in the Goldendale vicinity. The board is also reviewing personnel authorizations for vacant positions and updates to the Senior Services Department organizational chart.

• Public meeting for Short Plat SPL2021-28 (Parcel No. 04-16-3207-7503/00) for Jim & Patricia Farrer
• Payment of $23,911.69 to Lee Contractors, LLC for the Klickitat County Courthouse Improvement Project
• Resolution to combine Casual Cook and Casual Van Drive positions into one full-time role in the Senior Services Department
• Personnel authorization to advertise for a Juvenile Department Office Manager
• Personnel authorization to advertise for an Accounting Administrative Assistant/Clerical Administrative Assistant II

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting regarding a boundary line adjustment and short plat for parcels in the Goldendale vicinity. The session also includes a workshop with department directors and several consent agenda items regarding public safety and personnel.

• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2021-19 and Short Plat SPL2021-33 (Parcel No. 04-16-0950-001/00 and 04-16-0900-0012/00)
• Purchase of Lexipol Annual Policy Manual and Daily Training Bulletins for $16,443.26
• Purchase of Grammarly Annual Subscription for Jail Staff for $3,440.00
• Purchase of HID Global CrossMatch Annual Maintenance Agreement for $3,807.65
• Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement for Crisis Intervention Services between Skamania County and Klickitat County

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The Board of County Commissioners will open bids for a parking lot project in Goldendale and review several inter-agency agreements and grants. The meeting includes department updates and the scheduling of future public meetings for short plat approvals.

• Bid opening for four Goldendale parking lots with an estimated cost between $600,000 and $1,000,000
• SECO County Basic Service Operating Grant Contract for $458,918.00
• Payment of $47,447.46 to Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company for the County Services Building Project
• Extended warranty agreement with Schindler Elevator Corporation for $460.00 per month
• Inter-Local Cooperation Agreement for Crisis Intervention Services with Skamania County

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The Board of County Commissioners will discuss designating Skamania County Community Health as the county's crisis responder provider. The meeting includes a consent agenda with several personnel appointments, professional service agreements, and a burn ban variance request.

• Agreement with HDR Engineering Inc. for Solid Waste Department staffing review, not to exceed $11,200.00
• Letter of support for a $550,000 grant to remodel the Superior Court Courtroom
• Burn ban variance request for a ceremony at 715 Aplin Road, White Salmon
• Appointment of Laurel Harper to the Columbia Gorge Housing Authority
• Proposed work schedule change for Public Works Main Office Staff to four 10-hour days

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The Board of County Commissioners will discuss developing a county employee-only childcare center in the former Public Works building. The meeting includes a consent agenda with several interagency agreements and personnel authorizations.

• Purchase of DJI aircraft and equipment for Emergency Management totaling $41,994.92
• Agreement with Traho Architects for Public Works with a maximum payable amount of $75,000.00
• Discussion on developing half of the former Public Works Department building for employee childcare
• Service Agreement with Columbia Gorge Housing Authority for the Shelter Care Program
• Interlocal Agreement to place Community Corrections Officers at 501 NE Washington Street, White Salmon

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The Board of County Commissioners will review federal funding for multiple road design projects and consider three short plat applications. The board will also discuss remote work and 4-day work week schedules due to fuel costs and childcare shortages.

• Federal funds for road projects: $250,000 for Snowden Road, $215,000 for Data Collection/Ball Banking, $34,000 for Slope Flattening/Guardrail, $32,000 for Curve Warning Signs, and $21,000 for White Plastic Edge Line
• Short Plat approvals for Allen Feller (Glenwood), Michael Cahill (Goldendale), and David & Judi Strait and Brian & Virginia & Knowles (High Prairie)
• Contract for HVAC maintenance with DIVCO, Inc. for $76,934.52
• Contract for generator preventive maintenance with Pacific Power Group, LLC for $26,802.98
• Contract for Courthouse plumbing remodel with Central Mechanical Services for $22,092.33

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The Board of County Commissioners will discuss department updates and a resolution to secure county-owned property in Dallesport as a community park. The meeting includes several personnel authorizations and technology purchase requests.

• Bid opening notice for four Goldendale parking lot improvements with an estimate between $600,000 and $1,000,000
• Resolution to secure county-owned property in Dallesport as a community park
• Contract Amendment No. 5 for ABCD Dental Services increasing the maximum contract amount to $116,422.00
• Purchase request of $16,600.32 for OnBase license changes and added functionality
• Scheduling of three public meetings for July 5, 2022, regarding short plats in High Prairie, Glenwood, and Goldendale

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The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates and a potential electric vehicle car share program. The board is deciding on several consent items, including a seasonal burn ban and various public works contracts.

• Proposed outdoor burning ban for Zone Three from July 1, 2022, through September 30, 2022
• Public meeting to consider Short Plat No. SPL2019-23 for Kinzey's Country Place, LLC
• Contract Bond with Frank Gurney, Inc. for $29,230.00 for guardrail replacement on Alderdale Road, Canyon Road, and Glenwood Highway
• Awarding of 2022 Historic Preservation Grant Program funding in the amount of $4,500
• Agreement with Republic Services for $2,000 to amend the Roosevelt Regional Landfill Conditional Use Permit

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The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring several contract amendments and equipment purchases. The meeting includes reports from the Public Works, Public Health, and Senior Services departments.

• Resolution to increase hourly compensation for indigent defense attorneys in East & West District Courts
• Purchase of 25 Motorola pagers and 6 portable radios for $27,795.26
• Grant amendment adding $60,000 to the Lead Entity Operating Grant for fiscal year 2023
• Public meeting scheduled for June 21 to consider short plat 2019-23 in the White Salmon vicinity
• Final acceptance of contracts for the Countywide Edge Lines Project and Old Mountain Road improvements

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The Board of County Commissioners will discuss broadband installation with Charter Communication and review several contract amendments. The meeting includes decisions on personnel hiring, wage adjustments for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, and equipment rental rates.

• Broadband installation review with Charter Communication
• Contract amendment for Volunteer Connection Program software ($4,000 in 2022, $3,000 in 2023)
• Additional $5,132 for home-delivered meals via Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington
• Wage adjustments for Chief Deputy and Deputy Prosecuting Attorneys
• Funding increase of $3,000 for concrete goods for the Juvenile Department

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings regarding shoreline development permits and a public hearing on environmental ordinance amendments. The body is also considering a county-wide outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas from June 15 to September 30, 2022.

• Proposed outdoor burn ban for unincorporated areas (June 15 – Sept 30, 2022)
• Shoreline permits SH2022-01 (Underwood Conservation District) and SH2022-02 (Dan Gunkel)
• Budget increase of $128,000 for agreement with The Watershed Company
• Contract with Legacy Power Systems for radio site maintenance at $145/hr standard rate
• Contract increase of $165,022 for Department of Health Consolidated Contract CLH31016

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider a subdivision alteration in the Goldendale vicinity. The agenda includes department updates on public health and senior services, as well as personnel authorizations for vacant positions.

• Public meeting for subdivision alteration SUB2021-01 (Parcel No. 04-16-2853-0005/00) for applicant Michael Herin
• Small Works Contract with Frank Gurney, Inc. for 2022 Guardrail Repair bid at $29,230.00
• Appointment of Erinn Quinn to the Klickitat County Veterans’ Advisory Board
• Authorization to advertise for a Maintenance/Vegetation Management Technician and a Clerical Administrative Assistant
• Scheduling of public meetings for Shoreline permits SH2022-02 (Peach Beach Dredging) and SH2022-01 (Pearson Bank)

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The Board of County Commissioners will review several land use applications and a proposed outdoor burning ban for unincorporated areas. The board is also considering amendments to the County Environmental Ordinance #121084.

• Proposed outdoor burning ban in unincorporated areas from June 1, 2022, to September 30, 2022
• Amendments to Klickitat County Environmental Ordinance #121084
• Short Plat SPL 2021-12 (Donald Larsen) and SPL 2022-01 (Gabriel & Mitzi Moore)
• Subdivision alteration SUB2021-01 (Michael Herin)
• Agreement for Reimbursable Services between Public Works Department and the City of Bingen

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The Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a $1,608,186 supplemental budget and amendments to the County Environmental Ordinance. The agenda also includes several consent agenda items involving land use applications, pay grade increases, and interlocal agreements.

• Public hearing for a $1,608,186 supplemental budget and fund amendments
• Public hearing for proposed amendments to the Klickitat County Environmental Ordinance #121084
• $44,000 grant from WA Department of Ecology for Shoreline Master Program updates
• Pay grade increases for Assistant Planner, IT, Election Administrator, Plans Examiner, and Civil Engineer positions
• Interlocal agreements with the Cities of Bingen, Goldendale, and White Salmon regarding Surface Transportation Program funds

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The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings regarding a boundary line adjustment and a proposal to rezone land from Open Space to Rural Center. The session also includes department updates and several personnel and contract authorizations.

• Proposed rezoning of 14.9 acres from Open Space to Rural Center in the Wishram vicinity
• Final approval consideration for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2021-12 in the Dallesport vicinity
• Contract with Convergint Technologies for Lenel Software Support for the Courthouse card lock system
• Authorization to advertise for vacant Accountant, Code Compliance Officer, and Litter Crew Supervisor positions
• Sublease agreement renewal with Washington State Department of Natural Resources for the Juniper Point Communications site

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The Board of County Commissioners will consider amendments to Environmental Ordinance #121084 regarding SEPA procedures. The meeting includes updates from Public Works, Emergency Management, and the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport.

• Public hearing on proposed amendments to Environmental Ordinance #121084
• Proposed purchase of a 112-acre parcel by Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
• Grant of $10,800 to the Klickitat County Water Conservancy Board
• Proposed rezoning of 14.9 acres from Open Space to Rural Center near Wishram
• Contract for liquid asphalt purchase with Albina Asphalt

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The Board of County Commissioners will review the 2020 Klickitat County Redistricting Plan and discuss several department updates. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple public works contracts and personnel authorizations.

• Proposed $1,608,186 in supplemental appropriations and amendments to the 2022 Budget
• HVAC replacement contracts with All Season’s Heating and Air Conditioning totaling $258,343.99 for the Courthouse, Pioneer Center, and Status Pass Radio Site
• Public meeting to review the 2020 Klickitat County Redistricting Plan
• Contract with Felton Fire Service for fire alarm testing and inspection services for $14,428.87
• Asbestos abatement contract with Summit Environmental for $12,740

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The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a proposed outdoor burn ban and a grant for the Trout Lake Natural Area Preserve. The board is also considering the approval of a short plat in the Husum vicinity.

• Public meeting for Short Plat SPL 2021-19 (Parcel Nos. 04-11-3000-0007/00 and 04-10-2500-0007/00) in the Husum vicinity
• Proposed outdoor burning ban in unincorporated areas from May 1, 2022, through September 30, 2022
• Discussion on grant for DNR to purchase 126 acres for the Trout Lake Natural Area Preserve
• Resolution to award the county legal newspaper contract to The Goldendale Sentinel

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The Board will review several personnel authorizations for various county departments and consider multiple bonds related to HVAC projects. Discussion includes District Court service management and potential facility use by the American Red Cross.

• Bond for Pioneer Center HVAC Replacement Project: $90,072.90
• Bond for Klickitat County Courthouse HVAC Replacement Project: $146,049.88
• Short Plat SPL 2021-19 public meeting scheduled for April 12, 2022
• Personnel authorizations for flaggers, engineers, and communication officers
• Facility Use Agreement with American Red Cross for Klickitat County Fairgrounds

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a work session including reports from Public Works and the Sheriff before moving to a regular business meeting. The agenda includes several consent items regarding service agreements, infrastructure bids, and funding for city wastewater projects.

• Bid award to Albina Asphalt of Vancouver, Washington for $773,537.50 for liquid asphalt purchase
• Contract with Stripe Rite, Inc. for the 2022 Annual Striping Program up to $406,406.00
• Agreement with The City of White Salmon for incarceration of city prisoners at $13,000 annually
• Resolution to provide $250,000 to the City of Goldendale for wastewater treatment plant engineering
• Request for proposals for Klickitat County Historic Preservation Funds including $5,000 available in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review department updates from Public Works and Emergency Management. The agenda includes a bid opening for liquid asphalt, a public meeting regarding a short plat near Goldendale, and several consent agenda agreements.

• Bid opening for liquid asphalt for 2022 paving season ($500,000 - $800,000)
• Public meeting for Short Plat SPL2021-25 near Goldendale
• IT department purchase of 36 Dell memory upgrades ($14,326.74 total)
• Environmental services agreement with Epic Land Solutions, Inc. (not to exceed $50,000)
• Solid Waste pilot program agreement with Emerald Systems LLC (not to exceed $25,000)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on increasing weed assessments for forest and non-forest lands. The meeting also includes several contract approvals and a public meeting regarding a short plat in the Trout Lake vicinity.

• Proposed weed assessment increase from $6.00 to $12.00 for non-forest lands and $.60 to $1.20 for forest lands
• Purchase of Barracuda Appliances for Information and Technology Department at $115,461.03
• Agreement for 911 Radio Tower Site at Satus Pass with a $10,000 administration fee
• Contracts for improvement of 4.32 miles of Courtney Road (County Road No. 11700)
• Final approval consideration for Short Plat SPL2020-18 in the Trout Lake vicinity

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the removal of approximately 1,350 acres along Garrison Road from a stock restricted area. The meeting also includes bid openings for a striping program and financial software management services.

• Public hearing on removing 1,350 acres +/- along Garrison Road from stock restricted area
• Bid opening for 2022 Annual Striping Program, RN 642-22
• RFP for contractor to provide project management for Financial System Software replacement
• Resolution to set a public hearing for a weed assessment increase on March 15, 2022
• MOU with City of Goldendale to fund preliminary engineering for Waste Water Treatment Plant Project

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review department reports, public hearing requests, and various consent agenda items. Discussions include a motion regarding Google Chat features and potential staffing for the Building Inspection Department.

• Request for proposals for Backup and Disaster Recovery Hardware, Software, and Support services
• Authorization to advertise for a vacant Plans Examiner position in the Building Inspection Department
• Discussion on disconnecting the Google Chat feature
• Creation of a Surveyor Supervisor position via MOU modification with Council 2/AFSCME
• Local Agency Agreement Supplement No. 2 for Roosevelt Grade Road Overlay (CRP 362)

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the vacation of McCuistion Alley and review several infrastructure and health department contracts. The body is also considering the purchase of three new trucks for the Sheriff's Office.

• Bid award to James Dean Construction, Inc. for Courtney Road Project (CRP 342 & 343) for $6,498,910.59
• Purchase of three 2022 RAM 1500 trucks and equipment for the Sheriff's Office totaling $281,298.47
• Public hearing regarding the vacation of McCuistion Alley in the Replat of Guler-Coate Tracts
• Consolidated Contract with WA Department of Health for program funding, increasing by $1,618,618.00
• Request to fill a vacant Nurse position in the Public Health Department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review department updates and discuss changes to the Adult Probation Department. The body is deciding on several resolutions including the allocation of lodging tax revenues and the appointment of county crisis responders.

• Purchase request for three 2022 Ram 1500 SSV vehicles for the Sheriff's Office totaling $277,602.41
• Awarding of lodging tax revenues including $80,070 to Greater Goldendale Chamber of Commerce and $76,595 to Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce
• Public meeting regarding a 6-month extension for Short Plat SL 2019-23 (Kinzey's Country Place, LLC)
• Appointment of Joshua McGarr and Heather Hassing as County Crisis Responders
• Request for proposals for Backup and Disaster Recovery Hardware, Software and Support

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will open bids for the Courtney Road Project and review several road improvement resolutions. The board is also considering personnel authorizations, public health agreements, and funding for county force work.

• Bid opening for Courtney Road Project (CRP 342 & 343) involving 4.32 miles of improvements
• Two $1,500,000 funding agreements for the Courtney Road Project via WSDOT
• Request to use County Force labor on Old Mountain Road and Klickitat Multi Use Trail estimated at $210,000
• Resolutions for road improvements including Rock Creek, Finn Ridge Road, and Snowden Road
• Authorization to advertise for a Clerical Administrative Assistant ($17.13 to $20.40 per hour)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss public works projects and personnel authorizations. The agenda includes a grant for fairground infrastructure and a land transfer from the Lyle School District.

• $150,000 grant from WA State Dept of Agriculture for fairground water line and hydrant replacement
• Resolution to set a public hearing on February 15, 2022, for the vacation of McCuistion Alley
• MOU with Lyle School District to transfer Lot 2 (parcels 02-13-3321-0201/00, 02-13-3321-0202/00, 02-13-3321-0203/00) to the County
• Authorization to advertise for a vacant Deputy Assessor position and a Senior Engineering Technician position
• Amendment to Beacon Health Options, Inc. agreement for substance use disorder services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss equipment rental rates and various department updates. The body is reviewing several contracts and interagency agreements, including funding for the Sheriff's Office.

• Contract with Pacific Northwest Environmental, LLC for Klickitat County Courthouse First Floor Asbestos Abatement 2022 for $46,474.62
• Contract with Coburn Electrical Inc. for 2022-2023 On-Call Electrical Services for $1,662.38
• Interagency Agreement with Washington State Patrol for up to $5,000 for illicit cannabis eradication and investigation
• Resolution to extend 2021 equipment rates for Equipment Rental and Revolving Fund #504 into 2022
• Authorization to advertise for a vacant Information Technology System Administrator position

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding the imposition of an optional second half-cent sales tax. The meeting also includes the election of the 2022 Chairman and Vice-Chairman and various department updates.

• Public hearing on imposing an optional second half-cent sales tax
• Airport Rescue Grant Agreement 3-41-0059-019-2022 for Columbia Gorge Regional /The Dalles Municipal Airport
• Local Agency Agreement Supplement No. 1 with Lower Columbia Research and Archaeology LLC to extend services to June 30, 2022
• Resolution to change a Communication Officer position to a Lead Communication Officer position in the Department of Emergency Management
• Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for the 2022 calendar year