Klickitat County public meetings in 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda with 17 items including personnel wages and various service contracts. The meeting also includes a supplemental budget amendment and the election of the Board's Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2024.

• Bickleton Area Paving Project contract with American Rock Products for $2,652,777.60
• Resolution to adjust wages for regular employees and elected officials effective January 1, 2024
• Supplemental Budget Amendment No. 2023-4 to the 2023 Annual Budget
• Contract renewals with Day Wireless Systems for radio system maintenance and dispatch consoles
• Appointment of Richard Foster as acting Director of the Economic Development Director

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates and a consent agenda featuring multiple contracts and personnel changes. The meeting includes an executive session for a public employee performance evaluation.

• Contract with Teresa D. Johnson CPA, Inc. for annual report preparation
• 36-month contract with Alcohol Monitoring Systems for electronic home monitoring
• Settlement agreement with Horrigan Real Estate, LLC for right of way on Sundale Road and Old Hwy 8
• Renewal of 9-1-1/Dispatch Services agreement with the City of Goldendale through 2026
• Authorization to advertise for a Public Works Senior Engineering Technician at $29.72 per hour

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda with 16 items and hold a public hearing to amend policies for District Court Judicial Services. The meeting includes updates from Public Works, Planning, and Human Resources.

• Contract with DeAtley Crushing Company for Fisher Hill, Badger Gulch, and Matsen Quarries for $2,307,871.00
• Public hearing to amend Ordinance O080823 regarding District Court Judicial Services for municipalities
• Petition to annex property into Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 3
• 2024 Klickitat County Superior Court public defender contract
• Contract with Xpio Health for electronic health record (EHR) system procurement

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including economic development reimbursements and public health compensation. The meeting also includes department updates from Public Works, Planning, and Adult Probation.

• $5,000 reimbursement for Centerville Grange #81 restroom and lighting improvements
• $200 monthly additional compensation for English/Spanish interpretation services
• Request to carry over excess vacation hours for Superior Court staff
• Approval of seven land use applications including BLA2023-01, SPL2022-17, and BLA2023-12
• Discussion regarding wastewater contracts and rules of procedure

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider a 15-item consent agenda covering fund closures and consolidations, a cybersecurity grant, and scheduling public meetings for boundary line adjustments and short plats. They will also hear department updates from Planning, Public Works, Public Health, and the Sheriff, and hold public meetings on several short plat and boundary line adjustment final approvals.

• Resolution to close Fund 138 Public Health DDA, transferring balance to Fund 145 for Behavioral Health
• Resolution to consolidate Funds 107 '911' and 135 'Communications' into Fund 135 'Emergency Communications'
• State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Agreement with Washington Military Department for $31,500
• Pay Estimate 2 for Satus Pass Radio Tower Project at $228,439.67
• Public meetings to consider final approval of Short Plats SPL2021-30, SPL2022-02, SPL2022-06, SPL2022-15, SPL2022-28, and Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-13

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider a 23-item consent agenda, including resolutions to set the 2024 tax levies and adopt the county budget, and an ordinance to prohibit large-scale industrial solar in defined areas of the Goldendale and Centerville valleys. The board will also hear department updates and approve various contracts and agreements.

• Resolution to adopt 2024 budget and set tax levies for Road, General, Election Reserve, and Veterans Relief funds
• Ordinance creating a large-scale industrial solar prohibition in Goldendale and Centerville valleys (townships 3-14 through 5-17)
• Grant agreement with Washington Military Department for homeland security (23HSGP E24-136)
• Contract with Critical Insight for cyber security assessment
• Bids for 2023 crushing (DeAtley Crushing) and Bickleton Area Paving (American Rock Products)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda with 11 items and a pay estimate for the county jail re-roofing project. The board is also scheduling public meetings to discuss zoning amendments regarding large-scale solar development and a short plat extension.

• Proposed zoning amendments to prohibit solar development over one acre in specific Goldendale and Centerville valley areas
• Pay Estimate 2 for Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project with Olympic Roofing ($435,375.00)
• Settlement Agreement with White Ranch Inc. for right of way along Sundale Road and Old Hwy 8
• Contract with Carelon Behavioral Health, INC. for a co-responder model for behavioral health calls
• Scope of Work from Critical Insight for a cybersecurity Controls Security Assessment

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the 2024 Annual Road Construction Program and the Six Year Road Transportation Program for 2024-2029. The meeting includes a public meeting regarding a boundary line adjustment and a presentation on Flock cameras.

• Adoption of the Six Year Road Transportation Program (2024-2029) and 2024 Annual Road Construction Program
• Pay Estimate #2 for the 2023 Annual Stripping Program in the amount of $76,220.50
• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-03 off Woodland Rd
• Setting a Public Hearing for a 2023 Supplemental Budget for November 7, 2023
• Interlocal Agreement with City of Goldendale for District Court Services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a public hearing regarding the Public Works 6 Year Road Schedule. The meeting also includes department updates and a consent agenda with several county contracts and personnel authorizations.

• Public Hearing: Public Works 6 Year Road Schedule
• Payment of $120,686.75 to All Season’s Heating and Air Conditioning for Pioneer Center HVAC Replacement Project 2023
• Agreement with Emerald Systems LLC for a hard-to-recycle materials pilot program
• Small Works Contract Bonds with Columbia River Contractors for guardrail replacement on Dot Road and Canyon Road
• Authorization to advertise for White Salmon Senior Services Cook and Van Driver ($16.81-20.03 per hour)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a morning workshop for department updates and a regular business meeting. Discussions include a potential meeting with the City of Goldendale and conflict attorney pay.

• Discussion on Conflict Attorney pay
• Discussion regarding potential meeting with the City of Goldendale
• Unfinished business regarding Water Conservancy Board
• Unfinished business regarding EFSEC Appeal
• Workshop with Skamania County Commissioners regarding Legacy Forest and Water Resources

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings to adopt the 2024 budget and the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. The meeting includes a public meeting for a boundary line adjustment in the White Salmon vicinity and various department updates.

• Public hearing for adoption of the 2024 Klickitat County Budget
• Public hearing for adoption of the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Contract award to Hale Construction for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project for $1,113,845.08
• Final approval for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-11 (parcels 04-11-3118-1004/00 and 04-11-3118-1003/00)
• Bid opening for Bickleton Area Paving CRP 372 affecting East Market Street, West Market Street, and Roosevelt Grade Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider final approval of a short plat in the Trout Lake vicinity. The body will also review various department contracts, grant agreements, and a bid opening for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn.

• Final approval of Short Plat No. SPL2022-18 for 3 lots in the Trout Lake vicinity
• Bid opening for Klickitat County Fairgrounds Sale Barn
• Purchase of Behavioral Health office furniture for $12,575.33
• Final pay estimate of $268,969.00 for Rock Creek, Old 8 Bridge Painter Project (CRP 363)
• Contract with Knife River Corporation NW for Curve Warning Signs and Guide Posts on Klickitat Appleton Road

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider adopting the preliminary budget and the 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan. The board is also reviewing several service agreements, road reconstruction settlements, and facility repair payments.

• Public hearing set for October 3, 2023, to consider the Preliminary Budget and 2024-2029 Capital Improvement Plan
• Payment of $435,375.00 to Olympic Roofing for the Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project
• Settlement agreement with Chapman Creek, LLC for right of ways to reconstruct Sundale Road and Old Hwy 8
• Small Works contract with Columbia River Contractors, Inc. for guardrail and post installation on Canyon Road and Dot Road
• Proposed public meeting on September 26, 2023, regarding Short Plat SPL 2022-18 in the Trout Lake vicinity

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider a boundary line adjustment for Welch Enterprises. The agenda includes several consent items regarding public safety equipment, legal services for indigents, and road closures.

• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-08 (Robert Welch, Welch Enterprises)
• Purchase of two Motorola APX4000 VHF Radios for $6,599.94
• Request for Proposals for attorneys to represent indigents in Superior Court for 2024
• Temporary closure of East Road (County Road 45000) from Sept 20 to Oct 13, 2023
• Additional $5,500.00 for MIPPA outreach services via Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a supplemental budget and amendments totaling $373,464. The board is also reviewing several infrastructure payments and a new construction project for the fairgrounds.

• Public hearing for a supplemental budget (2023-2) and amendments of $373,464
• Bid opening for Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project with an estimated cost between $850,000 and $1,150,000
• Payment of $500,007.19 for Courtney Road (CRP 342 & CRP 343)
• Payment of $264,283.37 for Slope Flattening and/or Guardrail Project (CRP 370)
• Temporary closure of East Road (County Road 45000) from Sept 5 to Sept 22 for cattle pass installation

The Board of County Commissioners approved a supplemental budget of $373,464 and a boundary line adjustment in White Salmon. The Board also authorized several road project payments and signed a support letter for the Forest Legacy Conservation Easement.

• Approved 2023-2 Supplemental Budget for $373,464.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-09 in White Salmon (unanimous)
• Approved $264,283.37 pay estimate to Frank Gurney, Inc. for Slope Flattening/Guardrail Project (unanimous)
• Approved $500,007.19 final pay estimate to James Dean Construction for Courtney Road (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Adam Wagner to EMS District Board Director Position No. 3 (Passed; Chairman Christopher abstained)
• Approved letter of support for Forest Legacy Conservation Easement (unanimous)
• Approved $903,976.59 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including temporary closure of East Road (County Road 45000) (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a federal funding agreement for the Bickleton Area Paving Project and hold public meetings on several subdivisions and boundary line adjustments. The session includes a public hearing on the performance of HUD Coronavirus funds and various contract approvals.

• Bickleton Area Paving Project (CRP 372) federal funds totaling $2,830,000.00
• Subdivision No. SUB2018-02 to create 35 lots in the Husum vicinity
• Klickitat County Jail Overhead Door Project pay estimate of $26,641.00
• Klickitat County Sidewalk Project pay estimate of $9,729.83
• Four-year agreement with City of Bingen-White Salmon Police Department for prisoner incarceration

The Board approved a $2.83M federal funding agreement for the Bickleton Area Paving Project and two boundary line adjustments. They also authorized several service contracts, including a four-year prisoner incarceration agreement with Bingen-White Salmon Police. A budget workshop was held to review department funding for 2024.

• Approved $2.83M federal funds for Bickleton Area Paving Project (CRP 372)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-04 in Lyle vicinity
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-06 in Goldendale vicinity
• Approved 4-year incarceration agreement with Bingen-White Salmon Police
• Approved $9,729.83 pay estimate for Klickitat County Sidewalk Project
• Approved $26,641.00 pay estimate for Klickitat County Jail Overhead Door Project
• Approved $216,014.20 in accounts payable and $1,153,471.75 in payroll/benefits
• Approved contract with Hicks Striping & Curbin Inc. for thermoplastic lining

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to approve a pay estimate for a radio tower project. The agenda also includes workshops on code compliance, short-term rentals, and the 2024 budget.

• Pay Estimate #1 for Satus Pass Radio Site Tower Project to Day Wireless for $496,275.27
• Code Compliance Workshop
• Short Term Rental Workshop
• 2024 Budget Workshop recap and Review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several federal aid project prospectuses for bridge preventative maintenance. The board is also scheduling public meetings for land use approvals and a public hearing for 2023 budget amendments.

• Federal aid project prospectuses for bridge maintenance (CRP 376, 377, 378) totaling $4,237,564
• Pay Estimate #1 for Satus Pass Radio Site Tower Project with Day Wireless for $496,275.27
• Purchase of two laptops for Behavioral Health costing $3,637.09
• Proposed hourly rate of $140.00 for a new Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner
• Public hearing scheduled for September 5, 2023, regarding 2023 Budget supplemental appropriations

The Board approved a 13-item consent agenda including road maintenance agreements and behavioral health funding. They also authorized a pay estimate for the Satus Pass Radio Site Tower Project and approved accounts payable warrants.

• Approved 13-item Consent Agenda (unanimous)
• Authorized $3,637.09 for two behavioral health laptops (unanimous)
• Approved hourly rate of $140.00 for new Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (unanimous)
• Approved three WSDOT Local Agency Agreements for bridge maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved three Federal Aid Project Prospectuses totaling $4,217,564 for road projects (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for 2023 Budget supplemental appropriations for Sept 5, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for Satus Pass Radio Site Tower Project ($496,275.27) (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants #324041-324179 totaling $418,501.46 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a short plat in the Lyle vicinity and a boundary line adjustment near Goldendale. They also authorized a request to join a lawsuit against the Department of Social and Health Services and approved several public health and works contracts.

• Approved Short Plat SPL2021-21 (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment 2023-05 (unanimous)
• Requested Prosecuting Attorney to enjoin lawsuit against DSHS (unanimous)
• Approved $1,112,441.20 in warrants for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved $36,649.55 pay estimate for Annex 4 floor covering (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Public Works Design Engineer II to Deputy Director Facility Project
• Approved purchase of $3,789.05 Water Lab Incubator for Public Health
• Sent six bids for Curve Warning Signs and Guidepost project back to Public Works for review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved the rescission of a fire emergency declaration and updated policies for District Court Judicial Services. They also approved a 12-item consent agenda including transportation grants and a zoning ordinance extension.

• Approved rescinding Resolution No. 04293 and amending Klickitat County Code 1.16.090 regarding District Court Judicial Services (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of Ordinance #061323 relating to interim zoning controls (Passed; Commissioner Anderson abstained)
• Approved Resolution No. 08323 rescinding the Declaration of Emergency for the Newell Road Fire (Unanimous)
• Approved $363,291.61 in accounts payable warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring a Facilities Maintenance Technician for Buildings and Grounds
• Approved Grant Agreement #23-1204P for Lead Entity Operating Grant (Unanimous)
• Approved WSDOT grants for replacement ADA vehicles and transportation services (Unanimous)
• Approved annexation of Parcel No. 04-10-3399-0002/00 into Fire Protection District No. 3 (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved Ordinance 0061323, which prohibits large-scale solar projects over one acre in specific townships and ranges. The Board also approved several road-related contracts and payments. A public hearing on Title 12 Transportation Road Standards remains open until August 10, 2023.

• Approved Ordinance 0061323 prohibiting large-scale solar projects over one acre (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $130,000 supplemental agreement with Baer Testing, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved two settlement agreements with Marie Miller for East Road right of way at $250.00 each (unanimous)
• Approved $19,000 pay estimate for West Coast Soil Solutions Inc. for road pulverizing (unanimous)
• Approved $1,626,248.18 in combined accounts payable and payroll warrants (unanimous)
• Approved raising the insurance deductible (unanimous)
• Decided to keep Title 12 Transportation Road Standard public hearing open until August 10, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board extended an emergency declaration regarding the Newell Road Fire and approved several infrastructure payments and personnel authorizations. They also approved a short plat in the Lyle vicinity and a network management agreement with Right! Systems, Inc.

• Continued Emergency Declaration for Newell Road Fire (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat 2021-24 for 4 lots in Lyle vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved Managed Service Agreement with Right! Systems, Inc. for network redesign (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 9 for Courtney Road improvements (unanimous)
• Approved final Pay Estimate 2 for Courthouse HVAC replacement of $139,650.56 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Joanna Turner to Building Department and Nuisance Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved authorizations to advertise for Grounds/Facilities Technician, Economic Development Specialist, and Clerical Administrative Assistant III (unanimous)
• Denied request to advertise for WSU Extension Office Manager until after the budget year (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners approved a funding increase of $1,245,798 for the Health Department and awarded a $240,967 road striping contract. They also amended the Open Space Taxation Act code and approved a boundary line adjustment in White Salmon.

• Approved $1,245,798 funding increase for Health Department programs (Unanimous)
• Approved $240,967 bid to Hicks Striping & Curbing, LLC for road edge lines (Unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Klickitat County Code 3.17 regarding Open Space Taxation Act fees (Unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-19 in White Salmon vicinity (Unanimous)
• Approved $64,605 retainer to NORCOR for juvenile bed days (Unanimous)
• Approved hiring of a Maintenance Technician for Buildings and Grounds
• Approved advertising for Health Department Clerical Administrative Assistant III
• Approved scope change for Twin Bridges Historical Museum preservation grant

Board of County Commissioners

The Board rescheduled a public hearing regarding an interim official control prohibiting large-scale solar projects over one acre. They also approved several appointments to county boards and authorized a $32,984.23 HVAC insulation project.

• Rescheduled solar project moratorium public hearing to August 1, 2023 (2-1)
• Approved BSP 2021-01 to expand parcels for a fitness facility (unanimous)
• Appointed Delmer Eldred to the Nuisance Board of Appeals (unanimous)
• Appointed Dan Smith to the Klickitat County Board of Adjustment (unanimous)
• Approved $32,984.23 pay estimate for Services Building HVAC Insulation (unanimous)
• Approved $1,004,248.95 in warrants for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved lease renewal for Courthouse postage machine (verbal approval)
• Approved 8-item Consent Agenda including a road contract with Frank Gurney, Inc. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a binding site plan for the Twin Willows RV Park and appointed Andrew L. Kottkamp as the examiner for a SEPA administrative appeal filed by the Yakima Nation. Other actions included approving a solid waste agreement addendum and removing Dave McClure from all board appointments.

• Approved Binding Site Plan 2022-01 for Twin Willows RV Park (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 07123 appointing Andrew L. Kottkamp as examiner for SEPA appeal (Unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 07323 for Sixth Addendum to Republic Services Inc. solid waste agreement (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,259.12 pay estimate to All Seasons Heating and Air Co for Dispatch HVAC Project (Unanimous)
• Approved $217,318.56 in accounts payable warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved removal of Dave McClure from all Board appointments (2-1)
• Approved June 13, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved public hearing for August 1, 2023 regarding Standards Committee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss applying for a State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program and policies for cistern water supplies. The meeting includes a consent agenda with 16 items covering public health, behavioral health, and public works projects.

• Request to apply for a State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Contract with Olympic Roofing for the Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project
• Contract with Right! Systems, Inc. for network redesign and managed network
• MOU with City of Bingen for preliminary engineering of a Water Main extension Project
• Resolution to set a Public Hearing for the Assessor’s Office on July 18, 2023

The Board approved a consent agenda featuring 13 items, including jail re-roofing and psychiatric services. They also authorized applications for cybersecurity and mill site planning grants. A total of $1,367,308.22 in warrants for accounts payable and payroll was approved.

• Approved $1,367,308.22 for accounts payable and combined payroll (unanimous)
• Approved 13 consent agenda items, including jail re-roofing contract with Olympic Roofing (unanimous)
• Approved application for Integrated Planning Grant for Klickitat Mill Site
• Approved application for State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Approved MOU with City of Bingen for Water Main extension preliminary engineering (2-1)
• Approved pay grade placement for Public Works County Engineer at Grade 75 (unanimous)
• Approved Master Service Agreement with Language Line Services, Inc. for court interpreters (unanimous)
• Tabled network redesign contract with Right! Systems, Inc. for further clarity

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a non-exclusive franchise agreement with Avista Utilities Corporation and a sixth addendum to the solid waste handling agreement with Republic Services, LLC. The Board also approved several payment estimates for road striping and flooring, and reappointed two members to the Horticulture Pest and Disease Board.

• Approved franchise agreement with Avista Utilities Corporation (unanimous)
• Approved Sixth Addendum to Solid Waste Handling Agreement with Republic Services, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved $456,085.00 pay estimate to Stripe Rite for 2023 Annual Striping Program (unanimous)
• Approved $10,712.38 pay estimate to Oliver's Floor Covering for Juvenile Department project (unanimous)
• Approved $761,735.10 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Doug Gibson, Marla Keethler, and Jacob Anderson to Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority (unanimous)
• Approved Klickitat County Engineer position at Grade 75
• Reappointed Alan Reitz and John Riggleman to the Horticulture Pest and Disease Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a draft Short Term Rental Ordinance and evaluate candidates for the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority Board of Directors. The meeting also includes updates on elected officials' salaries and economic development projects.

• Draft Short Term Rental Ordinance discussion
• Candidate prioritization for Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority Board of Directors
• Elected officials salary update
• Economic Development Department staff project review

The Board of County Commissioners adopted an emergency ordinance establishing interim zoning controls that will sunset in six months. The Board also approved several contracts, including a building project at the Fairgrounds and various public works agreements.

• Adopted Ordinance 0061323 for interim zoning controls (Passed 2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved authorization for a 245' x 70' building at the Fairgrounds using Fund #144
• Approved contract amendment for TDJ, CPA Inc. extending services to September 30, 2023
• Approved $971,352.02 in total warrants for the period ending June 12, 2023
• Approved 13 consent agenda items, including a sidewalk project and jail door project
• Approved appointment of Tim Pitz to Horticulture Pest and Disease Board
• Approved appointment of Matthew Graves to Water Conservancy Board
• Approved personnel authorization for a Plans Examiner I ($21.21 - $22.51 hourly)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda featuring 13 items, including personnel appointments and infrastructure contracts. The meeting also includes updates from the Klickitat County Fair board and Public Works department.

• Designation of County Crisis Responders for mental health investigations per RCW 71.05
• Small Works Contract with Withrow Construction for Klickitat County Sidewalk Project
• Small Works Contract with Overhead Door of Yakima for Klickitat County Jail Overhead Door Project
• Small Works Contract with All Season’s Heating and Air Conditioning for Services Building HVAC Repair
• Personnel authorization for a Plans Examiner I with an hourly rate of $21.21 - $22.51

The Board adopted an emergency ordinance establishing interim zoning controls for large-scale solar sites, which will sunset in six months. The Board also approved a series of contracts, board appointments, and financial warrants.

• Adopted Ordinance 0061323 for interim zoning controls (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved $971,352.02 in combined warrants and payroll (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment for TDJ, CPA Inc. (3-0)
• Approved 13 consent agenda items including historical grants and behavioral health contracts (3-0)
• Authorized construction of a 245' x 70' building at the Fairgrounds using Fund #144
• Appointed Tim Pitz to Horticulture Pest and Disease Board (3-0)
• Appointed Matthew Graves to Water Conservancy Board (3-0)
• Approved personnel authorization for a Plans Examiner I ($21.21 - $22.51 hourly) (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold bid openings for road improvements and review a consent agenda with eight items. The board is also scheduling a public hearing for June 20 regarding a solid waste handling agreement with Republic Services, Inc.

• Bid opening for White Plastic Line Edge (CRP 368) affecting Bickleton Hwy, Centerville Hwy, Klickitat Appleton road, and Pine Firest Road
• Bid opening for Slope Flattening and/or Guardrail (CRP 370) on Trout Lake Hwy and Pine Forest Road
• Resolution to establish burn ban restrictions in Burn Ban Zone 3
• Small Works Contracts for Bickleton Hwy road surfacing, Fairgrounds landscaping, and Services Building HVAC insulation
• Public hearing scheduled for June 20 regarding a Sixth Addendum to the agreement with Republic Services, Inc.

The Board approved a burn ban for Zone 3 and several small works contracts for road and facility projects. They also authorized a reorganization of the Adult Probation and Sheriff's office charts and scheduled a public hearing regarding solid waste handling.

• Approved Resolution No. 05823 establishing burn ban restrictions for Zone 3
• Approved Resolution No. 05923 revising Adult Probation organizational chart (2-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Resolution No. 06023 to schedule June 20 public hearing on Republic Services solid waste agreement
• Approved $188,242.78 in accounts payable warrants
• Approved reappointing David McNeal and Kelly Regan to Board of Equalization
• Approved small works contracts for Bickleton Hwy pulverizing, Fairgrounds landscaping, and Services Building HVAC
• Approved replacing Chief Civil Clerk with Chief Civil Deputy in Sheriff's office chart
• Remanded bids for White Plastic Line Edge and Slope Flattening/Guardrail projects to Public Works for review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to reconsider permits for the Pitt Site Trailhead project. The meeting also includes department updates and a consent agenda with inter-agency agreements.

• Reconsideration of Shoreline Substantial Development and Conditional Use Permit No. SH2022-03 for Pitt Site Trailhead
• WSDOT grant agreement amendment increasing Dial-a-ride funding by $86,460
• Agreement with Department of Social and Health Services for July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2029
• Nomination of Charles C. Virts to Klickitat County Emergency Medical Services District Director Position No. 5
• Discussion of Adult Probation staffing request

The Board approved a combined total of $1,349,858.20 in accounts payable and payroll warrants. They also passed a four-item consent agenda including a DSHS agreement and increased WSDOT funding for Dial-a-ride. The Board further approved changing the Litter Crew Supervisor to a full-time position.

• Approved $1,349,858.20 in accounts payable and payroll warrants
• Approved $86,460 increase in WSDOT funding for Dial-a-ride service
• Approved agreement with Department of Social and Health Services (July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2029)
• Approved nomination of Charles C. Virts to EMS District Director Position No. 5
• Approved 2022 Title VI Non-Discrimination Accomplishments and Goals Report
• Approved changing Litter Crew Supervisor to a full-time position
• Approved Shoreline permits for Pitt Site Trailhead project with conditions
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several infrastructure bids and land use adjustments. The meeting includes a proposal for outdoor burning restrictions and a town hall regarding Comprehensive Health leaving the county.

• Bid award for Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project to Olympic Roofing for $435,375.00
• Bid award for Rock Creek, Old 8 Bridge improvement to Panther Industrial Painting, LLC for $268,969.00
• Proposed outdoor burning restrictions for burn ban zone two effective June 5, 2023
• Small Works Contract for Klickitat County Annex 4 Floor Covering with Oliver’s Floor Covering for $36,649.55
• Public meetings for boundary line adjustments in Murdock/Dallesport and Lyle, and a short plat in Goldendale

The Board approved several infrastructure projects, including a jail re-roofing contract and bridge painting. They also authorized a $1.50 discount for Skagit County in solid waste negotiations and approved three land boundary adjustments and a short plat.

• Approved $435,375.00 jail re-roofing contract to Olympic Roofing (unanimous)
• Approved $268,969 contract to Panther Industrial Painting, LLC for Rock Creek, Old 8 Bridge (unanimous)
• Approved $1.50 discount for Skagit County in solid waste removal contract negotiations (unanimous)
• Approved $154,575.83 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustments BLA2023-02 and BLA2022-16 (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL2022-26 (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 addition to Agreement C05720 with DCG/Watershed (unanimous)
• Established outdoor burning restrictions for burn ban zone two effective June 5, 2023 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to open bids for the Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project and review various infrastructure and personnel items. The board will also discuss the transfer of the Klickitat Hatchery to the Yakama Nation.

• Bid opening for the Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project
• Proposed annexation of property into Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 3
• Payment of $20,868.44 for the Fairgrounds water line
• Authorization to hire a full-time Case Manager for Adult Probation ($22.51 - $23.87 per hour)
• Proposed transfer of Klickitat Hatchery property and facility to the Yakama Nation

The Board approved warrants totaling $1,100,766.72 and passed a 12-item consent agenda including fire district annexation and road project advertisements. They also accepted a shoreline permit for the Pitt Site Trailhead project. One bid for the county jail re-roofing was referred back to Public Works for review.

• Approved $1,100,766.72 in combined warrants and transfers (unanimous)
• Approved 12-item consent agenda including Resolution No. 05423 for Fire Protection District No. 3 annexation (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05523 amending Dallesport Wastewater System rates and fees (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for White Plastic Edge Line and Slope Flattening road projects (unanimous)
• Approved HVAC contract for Klickitat County Dispatch (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Juniper Point communications site sublease (unanimous)
• Accepted Shoreline Permit No. SH2022-03 for Pitt Site Trailhead project (2-0, Zoller recused)
• Returned $435,375.00 jail re-roofing bid to Public Works for review (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a supplemental budget of $597,534 and a monthly rate increase for Dallesport Sewer. The board is also considering an ordinance and resolution to establish outdoor burning restrictions in unincorporated areas.

• Public hearing for supplemental budget (2023-1) and fund amendments totaling $597,534
• Public hearing on Dallesport Sewer monthly rate increase for June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
• Proposed outdoor burning restrictions for Burn Ban Zone one (1) effective May 15, 2023
• Bid opening for Rock Creek Old Hwy 8 Bridge (CRP 363) cleaning and painting
• Reconsideration of Shoreline permits for the Pitt Site Trailhead project

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 25% increase for Dallesport Sewer monthly rates and adopted an ordinance amending burn ban restrictions. They also approved a $597,534 supplemental budget amendment and authorized negotiations for network redesign services.

• Approved 25% increase for Dallesport Sewer monthly rate and ended free sewage grinders (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 0050923 to amend burn ban restrictions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05223 for 2023-1 supplemental budget amendment of $597,534 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05323 establishing outdoor burning restrictions for Zone one effective May 15, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with network redesign negotiations with Right Systems (unanimous)
• Approved Step 8 salary for Prosecuting Attorney’s office Investigator position
• Returned Rock Creek Old Hwy 8 Bridge bids to Public Works for review (unanimous)
• Approved $139,523.25 in accounts payable warrants (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings regarding a supplemental budget of $597,534 and a monthly rate increase for Dallesport Sewer. The board will also consider an ordinance and resolution regarding outdoor burning restrictions in unincorporated areas.

• Public hearing for supplemental budget (2023-1) in the sum of $597,534
• Public hearing for Dallesport Sewer monthly rate increase for June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024
• Bid opening for Rock Creek Old Hwy 8 Bridge cleaning and painting
• Proposed outdoor burning restrictions for Burn Ban Zone one (1) effective May 15, 2023
• Reconsideration of Shoreline permits for the Pitt Site Trailhead project

The Board of County Commissioners held a public hearing to consider increasing the Dallesport Sewer monthly rate. Residents provided comments regarding fixed incomes, grinder pump costs, and the 25% increase recommendation. No final decision on the rate increase was recorded in the minutes.

• Held public hearing on Dallesport Sewer monthly rate increase
• Recessed meeting until May 9, 2023 (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring several contracts and department updates. Key items include infrastructure improvements and funding increases for senior nutrition and school behavioral health services.

• Small Works Contract Bond with Day Wireless for Satus Pass Radio Equipment totaling $143,2016.93
• Increase of Senior Nutrition Services allocation by $112,200 to a total of $283,413
• Pay Estimate 9 for Courtney Road, CRP 342 & CRP 343 in the amount of $128,204.86
• Contract with Culture Seed for Behavioral Health Services in Klickitat, Trout Lake and Glenwood School districts
• Agreement with The Goldendale Sentinel for legal notices at $7.50 per column inch

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public meetings regarding a short plat extension and the Pitt Site Trailhead project. The board is also reviewing a comment packet for the Carriger Solar Project and considering a supplemental budget of $597,534.00.

• Public hearing for Pitt Site Trailhead Shoreline permits for parking, vault toilet, and ADA access
• Proposed supplemental budget and 2023 budget amendments totaling $597,534.00
• Final project acceptance for Klickitat County Services Building at $17,514,099.69
• Agreement with Washington State University Extension for $74,132.00
• Formation agreement for the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority

The Board approved staff comments for the Carriger Solar project for submission to EFSEC and granted a 90-day extension for Short Plat SPL2021-11. A proposal for the Pitt Site Trailhead project failed to reach a majority vote and was referred back to staff. The Board also approved a 13-item consent agenda including a hangar lease and coroner services agreement.

• Approved 90-day extension for Short Plat SPL2021-11 (unanimous)
• Accepted and concurred staff project comments for Carriger Solar project for EFSEC submission (unanimous)
• Pitt Site Trailhead project permit failed to reach majority vote; referred to staff
• Approved 13-item consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of Box Hangar Lease with City of The Dalles and Shearer Sprayers, Inc.
• Approved agreement with Washington Funeral Services, Inc. for Coroner’s Office services
• Approved agreement and release with Ibby Jane Coyne and the EEOC
• Approved Commission Formation Agreement for Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting regarding a short plat in the High Prairie vicinity and open proposals for a network infrastructure vendor. The board is also continuing a public hearing on a moratorium for large-scale solar projects over one acre in specific townships and ranges.

• Public meeting for Short Plat SPL 2022-16 (Parcel No. 03-13-100-0016/00) for Marianne & Reazo Redinger
• Request for Proposals for network infrastructure redesign, installation, and support
• Agreement with AKS Engineering for decommissioning two fueling tanks and installing a new station at the Public Works Goldendale Shop
• 10-year lease extension and royalty increase for Dicky Farms Inc
• Public hearing on a moratorium for solar projects over one acre in various Townships-Ranges

The Board approved a resolution to continue a moratorium on solar projects over one acre in specific townships. Other actions included approving a short plat in the High Prairie vicinity and authorizing the filling of a Public Works position without advertising.

• Approved Resolution No. 04323 continuing moratorium for solar projects over one acre (2-1)
• Approved Short Plat SPL2022-16 in High Prairie vicinity (3-0)
• Approved $201,508.20 in warrants for accounts payable and direct deposits (3-0)
• Approved filling a Public Works position with a seasonal employee without advertising (3-0)
• Approved donation of an excavator and operator for Bingen/White Salmon cleanup (3-0)
• Approved returning network infrastructure bids to staff for review (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda including a camp host agreement and lease amendment (3-0)
• Scheduled Dallesport sewer rate increase public hearings for May 8 and May 9 (3-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting to consider a proposal to rezone 40 acres from Extensive Agriculture to Rural Center. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with several county contracts and project amendments.

• Public meeting for ZON 2022-02: rezoning 40 acres near Trout Lake (Parcel # 06-10-2300-0011/00)
• Request to increase KC Behavioral Health credit card limit from $2,000.00 to $3,500.00
• Contract for 2023 Liquid Asphalt Purchase with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsion
• Non-Capital Project List Amendment #1 to add a Dispatch Basement upgrade for secure ballot counting
• Awarding the county legal newspaper bid to The Goldendale Sentinel

The Board of County Commissioners approved a rezoning request for 40 acres from Extensive Agriculture to Rural Center. They also passed a consent agenda containing nine items, including several behavioral health contracts and a legal newspaper designation.

• Approved ZON 2022-02 to rezone 40 acres near Trout Lake to Rural Center (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 04023 designating The Goldendale Sentinel as the county legal newspaper (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Matt Chiles to the Washington State Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (unanimous)
• Approved increasing KC Behavioral Health credit card limit from $2,000 to $3,500 (unanimous)
• Approved contracts for behavioral health transportation (Brett Merle) and perinatal support (The Next Door) (unanimous)
• Approved contract for WIC peer counseling (Jordyn Caven) (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 liquid asphalt purchase contract with Ergon Asphalt & Emulsion (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No 04123 correcting plat expiration dates for Husum Ranch Subdivision (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss landfill contract negotiations and a request for county contributions toward fiscal services for the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport. The session includes department updates and a bid opening for the official county newspaper.

• Contract with Rotschy, Inc. for 2023 Fairgrounds Waterline Testing totaling $17,855.75
• Proposal to rezone 40 acres from Extensive Agriculture to Rural Center near Trout Lake
• Contract for Search and Rescue Coordinator services with Jeff King at $1,250.00 per month
• Purchase of two Dell Latitude 7330 Laptops for Behavioral Health costing $4,012.03
• Stipends of $950 per pay period for the Director of HR and the Public Health Director

The Board approved a 17-item consent agenda including various professional service contracts and personnel authorizations. They appointed Matt Chiles to the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council and approved $181,564.18 in accounts payable warrants.

• Appointed Matt Chiles as a voting member to the EFSEC Board (Unanimous)
• Approved 17 consent agenda items, including a $1,250/month Search and Rescue Coordinator contract (Unanimous)
• Approved $181,564.18 in accounts payable warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved $4,012.03 for two Dell laptops for Behavioral Health (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,500 for CivicEngage System Training (Unanimous)
• Approved $17,855.75 contract with Rotschy, Inc. for Fairgrounds Waterline Testing (Unanimous)
• Approved $950 per pay period stipends for the HR Director and Public Health Director (Unanimous)
• Tabled bid for official County newspaper for staff review (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a continued public hearing regarding a moratorium on large scale solar projects over one acre in specific Townships-Ranges. The meeting also includes a work session with public works, the sheriff, and EMS district officials.

• Public hearing on Resolution 00823 regarding a moratorium for solar projects over one acre in Townships-Ranges 3-14 through 5-17
• Ground Lease Agreements for aircraft hangars with Kenn Francis and Chak Chak, LLC
• Renewal of Juniper Point Lease Agreement with NSC Smelter, LLC for the Juniper Radio Site
• Consultant Supplemental Agreement with Adcomm Engineering LLC for radio systems and modifications
• Agreement between Klickitat County Public Health and Western Governors University for nursing internships

The Board approved a verbal job offer for the Public Works Director and County Engineer. They authorized over $1.2 million in warrants and approved seven consent agenda items, including a nursing internship agreement. The Board also voted to continue deliberations on a large-scale solar project moratorium.

• Approved verbal job offer for Public Works Director and County Engineer (Unanimous)
• Approved $91,055.24 in Accounts Payable Warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,122,511.50 in Payroll and Benefit Warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved 7 consent agenda items, including nursing internships and radio system services (Unanimous)
• Pulled Ground Lease Agreements for aircraft hangars (Building Sites 1-4) from consent agenda
• Approved continuing deliberation on large-scale solar project moratorium (Unanimous)
• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Agreed to let Public Works oversee White Salmon contract administration if overhead is reimbursed

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public meeting regarding shoreline permits for the Pitt Site Trailhead. The board is also continuing a public hearing on a moratorium for large-scale solar projects over one acre in specific Townships-Ranges. Additionally, the board will review several public works contracts and a new survey monument preservation policy.

• Public meeting for Shoreline Substantial Development and Conditional Use Permit No. SH2022-03 (Pitt Site Trailhead)
• Public hearing on moratorium for solar projects over one acre in Townships-Ranges 3-14 through 5-17
• Small Works Contracts for HVAC replacement at Pioneer Center and County Courthouse with All Season’s Heating and Air Conditioning
• Small Works Contract for Satus Pass Radio Site Equipment Installation with Day Wireless
• Payment of $29,382.17 for materials for the Klickitat County Courthouse HVAC Replacement Project 2022

The Board approved several HVAC and radio equipment contracts and authorized the merger of Funds 107 and 135. The Board declined the C-PACER financing program and continued a public hearing regarding a large-scale solar project moratorium. A separate public hearing was scheduled for the Pitt Site Trailhead permits.

• Approved merger of Funds 107 & 135
• Approved $143,216.93 contract with Day Wireless for Satus Pass Radio Site (unanimous)
• Approved $120,686.75 contract with All Season’s Heating and Air Conditioning for Pioneer Center HVAC (unanimous)
• Approved $75,188.30 contract with All Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning for Courthouse HVAC (unanimous)
• Adopted Survey Monument Preservation Policy (Resolution No. 03523) (unanimous)
• Appointed Valerie Fowler to the Columbia River Gorge Commission (Resolution No. 03423) (unanimous)
• Denied proposal for Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy and Resiliency (C-PACER) Program
• Scheduled new public hearing for Pitt Site Trailhead permits (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to review land boundary and platting requests and approve several county contracts. The session includes department updates and a workshop on human resources and e-government.

• Contract bid for 2023 Liquid Asphalt purchase from Ergon Asphalt & Emulsion for $725,190.00
• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA 2022-17 (George Mersereau)
• Public meeting for Short Plat No. 2022-25 in the Dallesport vicinity (James and Commie Gale)
• Payment of $9,566.65 to Gary Denny Floor Covering for Courthouse Conference/Break Room
• Request for proposals for Klickitat County network infrastructure redesign and IT services

The Board approved several land adjustments, a liquid asphalt purchase, and a backup pump for the Dallesport Wastewater Treatment Plant. Commissioners discussed the potential creation of a Salary Commission and reviewed a fish habitat restoration proposal for the Old Klickitat Mill site.

• Approved $725,190 contract to Ergon Asphalt & Emulsion for 2023 liquid asphalt
• Approved $50,000 purchase for a backup pump at Dallesport Wastewater Treatment Plant
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2022-17 for George Mersereau Trust
• Approved Short Plat Alteration SPL2022-25 for James and Connie Gale
• Approved $9,566.65 pay estimate for Gary Denny Floor Covering
• Approved $867,251.28 in combined accounts payable and payroll warrants
• Approved consent agenda including a network infrastructure RFP and a White Salmon work agreement
• Accepted resignation of Commissioner Zoller from the EFSEC Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss funding assistance for water and wastewater projects. The meeting includes a bid opening for liquid asphalt and a public hearing regarding a utility franchise for Bluebird Solar Power, LLC.

• Bid opening for 2023 paving season liquid asphalt ($800,000 - $1,000,000)
• Proposed $500,000 for Glenwood Wastewater Treatment Plant Lift Station Rebuild Project
• Proposed $300,000 for Ponderosa Park Water System Red Cedar Area Water Pipe Replacement Project
• Proposed $140,000 for Rimrock Water System Well House Electrical System and Pump Replacement Project
• Public hearing for Bluebird Solar Power, LLC regarding a non-exclusive franchise for wires on county roads

The Board approved three funding assistance agreements with Public Utility District No. 1 of Klickitat County for infrastructure projects. They also granted a right-of-way franchise agreement to Bluebird Solar Power LLC and approved $216,174.08 in accounts payable warrants.

• Approved $500,000 for Glenwood Wastewater Treatment Plant Lift Station Rebuild Project
• Approved $140,000 for Rimrock Water System Well House Electrical System and Pump Replacement Project
• Approved $300,000 for Ponderosa Park Water System Red Cedar Area Water Pipe Replacement Project
• Approved non-exclusive right-of-way Franchise Agreement (C05423) with Bluebird Solar Power LLC
• Approved $216,174.08 in accounts payable warrants
• Approved partnership with Department of Commerce for Washington State Small Business Disaster Grant Program
• Approved advertising for a vacant Communication Officer position in Emergency Management
• Returned three liquid asphalt bids ($725,190.00 to $874,178.00) to Public Works for review

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is conducting a public hearing regarding a moratorium on solar projects over one acre in specific Townships-Ranges. The body is also reviewing a consent agenda featuring airport leases, board reappointments, and public works contracts.

• Public hearing on Resolution 00823 regarding a moratorium for solar projects over one acre in the Goldendale and Centerville valleys
• Renewal lease agreement for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport with Hood Aero/Hood Tech Corp. Aero Inc. expiring April 30, 2028
• Award of 2023 Annual Striping Program bid (RN 642-23) to Strip Rite, Inc.
• Small Works Contract with Oliver’s Floor Covering for Klickitat County Courthouse Juvenile Department flooring
• Amendment to the Beacon Facility Agreement regarding Mobile Crisis and Designated Crisis Responder funding

The Board approved a consent agenda featuring several appointments and contracts, including a lease for the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport. A public hearing was held regarding a solar moratorium for large-scale projects, which remains open for written comment. The Board also approved $1,412,645.39 in total warrants.

• Approved $1,412,645.39 in total warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda with 9 items (unanimous)
• Reappointed Brad Cameron, Jason Blain, and Dan Lee to Open Space Advisory Committee
• Renewed lease with Hood Aero/Hood Tech Corp. for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport
• Reappointed Aric Lemmon to Noxious Weed Control Board, District No. 1
• Awarded 2023 Annual Striping Program contract to Stripe Rite, Inc.
• Awarded courthouse juvenile department flooring contract to Oliver’s Floor Covering
• Agreed that the White Salmon/Hood River Bridge is a top priority for spending applications

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring airport management and lease renewals. The meeting includes department updates from Public Works, Public Health, and the Sheriff.

• Reimbursement up to $9,500 for rehab and remodel of Grange hall #98 in White Salmon
• Third Amendment to the Airport Management Agreement for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport
• Renewal Lease Agreement with Hood Aero/Hood Tech Corp. Aero Inc. for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport
• Consultant Agreement with Joel McCullough, MD for KCHD Health Officer
• Personnel Authorization for Grounds Operations Specialist at $18.80 per hour

The Board approved a consent agenda featuring several professional service agreements and a reimbursement for a Grange hall remodel. They also approved $137,484.83 in accounts payable warrants. The Board pulled a lease renewal for Hood Aero from the agenda for further consideration.

• Approved $9,500 reimbursement for rehab of Grange hall #98 in White Salmon
• Approved consultant agreement for KCHD Health Officer Joel McCullough, MD
• Approved purchase of two Dell laptops for Behavioral Health program
• Approved professional services agreement with Jeffrey Albin for Designated Crisis Responder Services
• Approved Third Amendment to Airport Management Agreement (AMA)
• Approved final acceptance and release of retainage to Frank Gurney, Inc. for guardrail repairs
• Approved personnel authorization for Grounds Operations Specialist at $18.80 per hour
• Approved $137,484.83 in accounts payable warrants

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss department updates and a variety of consent agenda items. Key actions include reviewing tourism contracts and an agreement to establish a bi-state bridge authority.

• Commission Formation Agreement to Form and Charter the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority
• Transfer of $25,000 in funding from HDM to CNS nutrition programs via Senior Nutrition Services Contract amendment
• Request for authorization to apply for a Washington State Department of Ecology Community Litter Cleanup Program grant
• Notice of Public Hearing for a Franchise Agreement with Bluebird Solar Power, LLC on March 7, 2023
• Tourism-related Independent Contractor Agreements with Maryhill Museum of Art, Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce, and others

The Board approved a consent agenda featuring 21 items, including tourism contracts and a new electronic signature policy. They authorized a grant application for litter cleanup and approved over $1 million in warrants. The Board also agreed to support several legislative bills related to economic development.

• Approved $1,054,429.47 in combined accounts payable, payroll, and benefit warrants
• Approved 21 consent items, including tourism agreements and Electronic Signature Policy (Resolution No. 02823)
• Pulled Commission Formation Agreement for Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Authority from consent agenda
• Authorized application for Washington State Department of Ecology Community Litter Cleanup Program grant
• Approved advertising for vacant Public Works Building and Grounds Operations Specialist position
• Scheduled public hearing for Bluebird Solar Power, LLC Franchise Agreement for March 7, 2023
• Agreed to support HB1717, SB5379, HB1231, SB5229, and HB1267 regarding economic development
• Approved January 24, 2023 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a business meeting to address a consent agenda including infrastructure contracts and personnel changes. The board will also discuss the potential takeover of the Dallesport Wastewater Treatment Plant.

• Contract award to Stripe Rite Inc. for 2023 Annual Striping Contract for $585,638.00
• Ordinance to allow the county to waive rental fees for groups benefiting Klickitat County youth
• Independent Contractors Agreement with Glenwood Rodeo Association for up to $15,000 from lodging tax revenue
• Retainage Bond with Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company for $53,431.05
• Discussion regarding ownership of the Dallesport Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Board of County Commissioners approved a consent agenda containing eight items, including a road striping contract and a lodging tax reimbursement. They also approved two sets of accounts payable warrants totaling $272,454.41.

• Approved 2023 Annual Striping Contract with Stripe Rite Inc. for $585,638.00
• Approved up to $15,000 lodging tax reimbursement for Glenwood Rodeo Association
• Approved ordinance to waive facility rental fees for groups benefiting county youth
• Approved $53,431.05 Retainage Bond with Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company
• Approved advertising for Noxious Weed Control Department Coordinator position
• Approved scheduling bid opening for Liquid Asphalt on March 7, 2023
• Approved flexible work schedules for two Real Property Appraisers
• Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $214,076.94 and $58,377.47

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a bid opening for a road striping program and discuss a funding request for Rhine Village Apartments. The board is also processing several appointments and contracts via a consent agenda.

• Bid opening for 2023 Annual Striping Program RN 642-23, estimated cost between $420,000 and $700,000
• Proposed public hearing on February 28, 2023, for a moratorium on large scale solar projects over one acre in specific Townships-Ranges
• Funding assistance request from West Klickitat Community Housing Inc. for Rhine Village Apartments
• Appointment of Zack Landgren to the Klickitat County Planning Commission
• Contract with Day Wireless for the Satus Pass Radio Site Tower Project

The Board of Commissioners approved several personnel appointments and a credit limit increase for the Prosecuting Attorney's Office. They scheduled a public hearing for February 28, 2023, regarding a moratorium on large-scale solar projects. Bids for the 2023 Annual Striping Program were returned to the Public Works Department for review.

• Scheduled public hearing for Feb 28, 2023, on solar projects over one acre (Unanimous)
• Increased Prosecuting Attorney’s Office credit card limits from $2,000 to $5,000 (Unanimous)
• Appointed Zack Landgren to Klickitat County Planning Commission (Unanimous)
• Appointed Jack Sutton and reappointed Bill Caldwell to Veterans’ Advisory Board (Unanimous)
• Approved $6,000 contract with Dean J Cameron for assessor training (Unanimous)
• Awarded Satus Pass Radio Site Tow project to Day Wireless for $545,902.80 (Unanimous)
• Returned 2023 Annual Striping Program bids to Public Works for review (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,534,741.59 in total warrants for dates ending Jan 30 and Jan 31 (Unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct interviews for a Public Health Officer and review several federal aid project prospectuses for road work. The meeting includes a Board of Health session and a presentation on strategic planning from a Skagit County Commissioner.

• Federal funds for Rock Creek and Old 8 Bridge Projects ($419,950.00)
• Federal funds for White Plastic Edge Line Project ($231,000.00)
• Federal funds for county-wide Slope Flattening and/or Guardrail Project ($369,000.00)
• Professional services agreement for Mental Health Crisis Responder Chris Barker
• Payments to All Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. for Pioneer Center HVAC replacement

The Board of County Commissioners approved a wide range of contracts for public works, emergency management, and health services. They also appointed Zack Landgren to the Planning Commission and authorized the Fiscal Manager to begin gathering goals for strategic budget planning.

• Appointed Zack Landgren to Planning Commission vacant position #1 (unanimous)
• Approved 11 consent agenda items, including a $39,155 Radio System agreement and $61,830 for CPA services (unanimous)
• Approved $419,950, $231,000, and $369,000 federal aid project prospectuses for road projects (unanimous)
• Approved $10,902.57 grant for recreational boating enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved $377,734.89 in 2022 warrants and $67,089.01 in 2023 warrants (unanimous)
• Approved two HVAC replacement payments to All Seasons Heating & Air Conditioning totaling $46,355.63 (unanimous)
• Granted verbal approval to advertise for a Health Department Administrative Assistant in Goldendale
• Approved request for Fiscal Manager to gather goals and funding sources from officials for strategic planning

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss strategic planning and receive updates on the Hood River-White Salmon Bridge replacement. The meeting includes a consent agenda with multiple equipment purchases, board appointments, and road project authorizations.

• Purchase of three new RAM 1500 trucks for the Sheriff’s Office
• Award of 2023-2024 On-Call Electrical Services contract to Coburn Electrical Inc.
• Planned county force work for CRP373 Bickleton Hwy widen/chip seal
• Appointment of Rashawn Tama to the Klickitat Technical Committee
• Agreement with Goldendale Grange for senior meal kitchen and hall rental

The Board of Commissioners approved a comprehensive consent agenda including road projects, vehicle purchases, and lodging tax allocations. The Board also agreed to seek a legal opinion from the Prosecutor regarding the solar moratorium.

• Approved 18-item consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three RAM 1500 trucks for $289,894.43
• Approved lodging tax awards to various organizations, including $91,995 to Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce and $81,264 to Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce
• Approved seven road improvement resolutions including Bickleton Hwy and Sunnyside Road
• Approved $2,376 for West District Court recording system upgrade
• Approved 2022 warrants totaling $1,524,479.84 and 2023 warrants totaling $95,327.33
• Agreed to request legal opinion from Prosecutor on solar moratorium and EFSEC land use
• Appointed Rashawn Tama to Klickitat Technical Committee and Terra McLeod to Senior Services Advisory Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring interlocal agreements, purchase requests, and personnel authorizations. The meeting includes reports from the Public Works Director and Prosecuting Attorney, as well as discussions on the Behavioral Health strategic plan.

• Funding of $16,660.00 for the Bingen/White Salmon Community Youth Center
• Grant Agreement Contract for $61,592 between Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security Washington Military Department
• Appointment of Dave Barta to Klickitat County Planning Commission Position No. 3
• Bid opening scheduled for January 31, 2023, for the 2023 Annual Striping Program RN 642-23
• Authorization to hire an Accounting Admin I/II/III or accountant ($18.90 – 25.31 per hour)

The Board approved a moratorium on siting and permitting solar projects over one acre in specific township-ranges. The Board also updated the Airport Board membership and approved several interlocal agreements and purchase authorizations.

• Approved Resolution No. 00823 enacting a moratorium on solar projects over one acre in specific township-ranges (2-1)
• Removed Commissioner Anderson from the Airport Board (2-1)
• Appointed Commissioner Lori Zoller to the Airport Board (unanimous)
• Approved $16,660 funding for Bingen/White Salmon Community Youth Center (unanimous)
• Approved 1-year renewal of 911/Dispatch service agreement with City of Goldendale (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of four Dell laptops for Behavioral Health program (unanimous)
• Approved $61,592 grant agreement with Homeland Security Washington Military Department (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Dave Barta to Planning Commission Position No. 3 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 2023 calendar year. The meeting includes department updates and several appointments for Commissioner Lori Zoller to county boards and committees.

• Election of Chairman and Vice Chairman for the 2023 calendar year
• Appointment of Commissioner Lori Zoller to the Klickitat County Public Corporation, Mid-Columbia Economic Development Council, and Columbia Gorge Housing Authority
• Amendment 1 to Contract No. C03222 with City of Goldendale for Waste Water Treatment Plant to extend performance to December 31, 2023
• Consultant agreement between SWCA, Incorporated and Public Works for on-call Archaeological Services
• Memorandum of Understanding between Public Health and WOSSA for exam testing and certification

The Board established a solar moratorium for projects over 1 acre in specific township-ranges. The Board also reorganized its leadership for 2023 and appointed Commissioner Lori Zoller to several boards and committees.

• Elected Dan Christopher as Chairman and Jacob Anderson as Vice-Chairman (Unanimous)
• Approved solar moratorium for projects over 1 acre in designated township-ranges (Passed)
• Appointed Commissioner Lori Zoller to the Public Corporation, Mid-Columbia Economic Development Council, and other boards (Unanimous)
• Appointed Dave Barta to the Planning Commission for District #2 (Unanimous)
• Elected Chairman Christopher to the Financial Software Steering Committee (Unanimous)
• Approved extension of Waste Water Treatment Plant contract with City of Goldendale through Dec 31, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved agreement with SWCA, Incorporated for on-call Archaeological Services (Unanimous)
• Approved motion to advertise open Board positions in the newspaper (Unanimous)