Klickitat County public meetings in 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold an executive session to review a public employee's performance. It will consider a consent agenda that includes a design and bidding task order for new aircraft hangars, contract amendments with Public Utility District No. 1, and personnel advertising authorizations. The meeting also includes a public hearing, a fiscal service update, and a vote on a zoning map amendment for an Aggregate Resource overlay along State Hwy 141.

• Task Order No. 19 for design and bidding services for new aircraft T‑Hangers (Klickitat County, City of The Dalles, Columbia Gorge Regional/The Dalles Municipal Airport, Precision Approach Engineering, Inc.)
• Amendment to the Ponderosa Water System Contract with Public Utility District No. 1 extending termination to Dec 31 2025
• Approval of a $12,679.63 pay estimate for the Klickitat County Superior Court remodel
• Resolution to amend the county zoning map to apply an Aggregate Resource overlay along State Hwy 141 between White Salmon and Husum (tax lot 12, parcel 03100200002200)
• Contract with Aspect Consulting (a Geosyntec company) to support final steps of post‑closure care at the Horsethief Landfill

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes a $2,200,000 amendment to a Financial Assistance Award from the U.S. Economic Development Administration. It will also hear a public hearing on the continuation of a franchise agreement with Carriger Solar, LLC, and a public meeting on the ZON2023-01 James Dean Construction Aggregate Resource Zone Overlay. Additional items include bid notices and contract approvals for county projects.

• Amendment to Financial Assistance Award to Klickitat County Economic Development for $2,200,000 (consent agenda)
• Request for concurrence to award bid to James Dean Construction, Inc. for the Sunnyside Road Overlay, CRP 374
• Notice to contractors for bid opening of the White Plastic Edge Lines Project, CRP 380 (estimated $200,000‑$350,000)
• Public hearing on continuation of Franchise Agreement between Klickitat County and Carriger Solar, LLC
• Public meeting on continuation of ZON2023-01 James Dean Construction Aggregate Resource Zone Overlay

The board unanimously approved a franchise agreement with Carriger Solar, LLC, directing staff to draft documents for signatures, with the caveat that approval is administrative only and not support for the project. The board also approved the James Dean Construction Aggregate Resource Zone Overlay rezone, directing staff to amend findings and adopt SEPA mitigation requirements. All other agenda items, including the consent agenda and warrants, were approved unanimously.

• Approved Carriger Solar franchise agreement (unanimous)
• Approved James Dean Construction rezone to Aggregate Resource (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 9 items (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $231,522.64 (unanimous)
• Approved December 17, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved business agenda as presented (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing regarding a franchise agreement with Carriger Solar, LLC. The board will also consider several senior services contracts and a zoning matter for James Dean Construction. Additionally, a bid opening is scheduled for the Sunnyside Road Overlay project.

• Public hearing: Franchise Agreement between Klickitat County and Carriger Solar, LLC
• Public meeting: ZON2023-01 James Dean Construction Aggregate Resource Zone Overlay
• Bid opening: Sunnyside Road Overlay, CRP 374
• Communications Site Lease between Klickitat County Emergency Management and Blue Mountain Networks, LLC for Juniper Point site
• Funding agreements for Senior Nutrition, Senior Transportation, and emergency food purchases via WAGAP

The board approved the agenda, minutes, consent agenda, and warrants. It opened four bids for the Sunnyside Road overlay project and sent them to Public Works for review. A public hearing on the Carriger Solar franchise agreement was continued to December 24, and a public meeting on the James Dean Construction aggregate overlay was held over to the same date.

• Approved agenda with add-on for supplemental budget hearing (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for Nov 26, Dec 3, Dec 9 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 7 items (unanimous)
• Approved warrants: $642,824.43 accounts payable and $845,759.86 payroll (unanimous)
• Approved $2.2M Regional Airport award for chairman's signature (unanimous)
• Opened 4 bids for Sunnyside Road Overlay; sent to Public Works for review (unanimous)
• Continued Carriger Solar franchise public hearing to Dec 24, 10:00 AM (unanimous)
• Held over James Dean Construction aggregate public meeting to Dec 24, 10:30 AM (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will approve a consent agenda of ten items, including agreements for behavioral health services and a grant amendment for Bickleton Highway improvements. The meeting will also include public hearings to set 2025 property tax levies and adopt the 2025 annual budget.

• Professional Services Agreement with Aspect Consulting for Horsethief Landfill
• Grant Agreement Amendment No. 4 for Bickleton Hwy Overlay-Box Springs
• Resolution to certify tax levies for Klickitat County
• Public hearing to set 2025 property tax levies and adopt 2025 budget
• Approval of multiple boundary line adjustments and short plats

The Board of County Commissioners unanimously adopted the 2025 annual budget, the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan, and set 2025 property tax levies for the General Fund, Election Reserve Fund, Veterans Relief Fund, and Road Fund. The board also approved a consent agenda with nine items (pulling one), including contracts, resolutions, and a bid award, and approved several land-use actions such as boundary line adjustments and short plats.

• Adopted 2025 county budget (Resolution 11524) unanimously
• Adopted 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan (Resolution 11424) unanimously
• Established 2025 tax levies for General, Election Reserve, Veterans Relief funds (Resolution 11224) unanimously
• Established 2025 Road Fund property tax levy (Resolution 11324) unanimously
• Approved consent agenda with 9 items, pulling item No. 6 (unanimous)
• Approved bid award for Bickleton Hwy Overlay to Central Washington Asphalt, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved 6 boundary line adjustments and 2 short plats (all unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Klick Networks BEAD grant application (consensus)

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with 21 items, including a contract with the Port of Klickitat for engineering work and a resolution to adopt the 2025 Annual Road Construction Program. The meeting will also include public hearings on the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan and property tax levies.

• Contract #C01324 amendment with Port of Klickitat for Dallesport Industrial Park engineering
• Resolution adopting 2025 Annual Road Construction Program
• Resolution adopting 2025-2030 Six Year Road Transportation Program
• Public hearing on Franchise Agreement with Carriager Solar, LLC
• Public hearing on 2025 Property Tax Levies and 2025 Annual Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider a consent agenda of sixteen items, approve a $526,931.76 pay estimate for the Sundale/Old Hwy 8 road project, and continue the public hearing for the six‑year transportation improvement program covering plan years 2025‑2030. Additional agenda items include contract approvals for snow removal, a road overlay notice, and a settlement of a standard tort claim.

• Approval of Pay Estimate #6 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359 in the amount of $526,931.76
• Continuance of the public hearing for the 6‑year transportation improvement program (plan years 2025‑2030)
• Approval of Small Works Contract with Dirt Works Unlimited for 2024‑25 parking‑lot snow removal at the White Salmon Pioneer Center
• Notice to contractors to advertise for the Sunnyside Road Overlay (2.8 mi), with bid opening Dec 17 2024 at 1:00 PM
• Settlement Agreement and Release with the Estate of Ivan W. Howtopat for a standard tort claim

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will vote on a consent agenda that includes contracts, budget adjustments, and service agreements. It will also consider a grant amendment that increases funding for the Sunnyside Road Overlay Project. Public hearings will be held on the 6‑Year Road Plan and on a moratorium for bulk storage of lithium‑based batteries.

• Grant Amendment No. 2: increase funding from $1,994,300 to $2,580,00 for the Sunnyside Road Overlay Project
• Small Works Contract with J&S Enterprises for Goldendale parking‑lot snow removal (Dec 1 2024 – Apr 15 2025)
• Contract with Potts & Associates for legislative representation (Jan 1 2025 – Dec 31 2026)
• Public Hearing on the 6‑Year Road Plan (June 6 2024, 6:00 PM)
• Public Hearing continuance on Resolution #09024 for a moratorium on bulk storage of lithium‑based batteries

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda that includes an Emergency Management Performance Grant Agreement with the Washington State Military Department and a purchase agreement for three 2024 Endera Ford F450 vehicles. The board will also approve a $63,119.98 pay estimate for the Courthouse HVAC replacement project. Department updates, a public meeting on Woodruff Properties, and a Board of Health meeting are also on the agenda.

• Emergency Management Performance Grant Agreement with Washington State Military Department
• Purchase Agreement for three 2024 Endera Ford F450 vehicles from North West Bus Sales
• Approval of Pay Estimate 2 for Courthouse HVAC Replacement Project – $63,119.98
• Public meeting: SPL2024-06, Woodruff Properties, LLC; SPL2024-11 Alt, Gottschalk
• Board of Health meeting scheduled

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hear a public hearing on moratoriums for Battery Energy Storage Systems and bulk lithium battery storage. It will also approve several pay estimates for Superior Court projects totaling over $685,000. Additional items include a consent agenda covering cybersecurity scans, a highway overlay project, and a transportation improvement program hearing. Updates from Planning, Public Works, Jail, and the Columbia River Gorge Commission will be provided.

• Public hearing on Moratoriums on Battery Energy Storage Systems and bulk lithium battery storage (item 12).
• Approval of Pay Estimate 1 for Superior Court Solid Surface Installation – $29,184.39.
• Approval of Pay Estimate 5 for Sundale/Old Hey 8, CRP 359 – $581,800.24.
• Notice to contractors for Bickleton Hwy Overlay-Box Springs Vicinity Project (3.9 miles of pavement work).
• Consent agenda item: Authorization for CISA to conduct continuous scans of county public‑facing networks (free service).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will approve a consent agenda that includes a resolution to schedule a public hearing on a supplemental 2024 budget and related amendments. They will also approve a small works contract to replace the first‑floor restroom floor covering at the Pioneer Center, awarded to Oliver’s Floor Covering for $5,660.41. The meeting includes departmental updates, a public comment period, and routine business items.

• Resolution to set a public hearing on a supplemental 2024 budget and amendments (Fiscal Services).
• Approval of Small Works Contract for Pioneer Center 1st floor restroom floor covering replacement, $5,660.41, to Oliver’s Floor Covering.

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider several financial approvals, including a $44,352.06 pay estimate for the 2024 Annual Striping Program and change orders for Superior Court construction projects. The board will also act on a grant amendment moving $17,302 to fund a redundant internet connection, and appoint Donald Williams to the Veterans Advisory Board. These items are listed on the consent agenda and the public works agenda for the October 15 meeting.

• Approve final pay estimate of $44,352.06 for the 2024 Annual Striping Program (RN 642-24).
• Approve Change Order #1 for Superior Court solid surface installation – $10,055.20.
• Approve Change Order #1 for Superior Court floor covering installation – $3,612.00.
• Amend Grant Agreement 22SLCGP to reallocate $17,302 for a redundant internet connection for the county network.
• Appointment of Donald Williams to the Veterans Advisory Board, Position No. 1, representing Commissioner District 1.

The Board voted to deny taxpayer-funded coverage for Commissioner Dan Christopher regarding allegations in a Tort Notice of Claim, stating he was not acting within official duties or in good faith. The Board also approved the agenda with add-ons, the consent agenda, warrants, pay estimates, and change orders. A budget workshop was held on October 17, 2024, with preliminary budget updates from various departments.

• Approved agenda with two add-ons (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with five items (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants $374,777.97 and payroll warrants $821,060.26 (unanimous)
• Approved final pay estimate for 2024 Annual Striping Program $44,352.06 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Superior Court Solid Surface Installation $10,055.20 (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Superior Court Floor Covering Installation $3,612.00 (unanimous)
• Denied coverage for Commissioner Christopher's alleged actions (passed, no tally recorded)
• Recessed meeting until budget workshop on October 17 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider three consent agenda items: a contract for wireless cameras, a professional services agreement for substance use planning, and a fee waiver for the 4-H/WAHSET equestrian team. The meeting also includes a public works change order and a budget workshop.

• Contract for six wireless cameras at public safety sites
• Professional services agreement for substance use planning
• Fee waiver for 4-H/WAHSET equestrian team at fairgrounds
• Change Order #1 for Superior Court remodel ($48,773.83)
• Budget Workshop scheduled for October 10

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring several interagency agreements and software purchases. The meeting includes a public hearing on a boundary line adjustment and updates from the Planning, Public Works, and Jail departments.

• Interagency Agreement for up to $350,000 from WA Dept of Commerce for Comprehensive Plan update and Solar Plan Ordinance
• Master Services Agreement with Cantana Health Solutions, LLC for electronic medical record software
• Disbursement Agreement with Tyler Technologies Inc. for juror debit/credit card payments
• Public Meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2024-02 (Wood/Hollenbeck)
• Resolution regarding the alternative date for the 2025 Budget process

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a budget workshop at 1:00 PM and a town‑hall meeting at 6:00 PM on September 26, 2024. No specific agenda items or decisions are listed in the agenda.

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a public meeting on Oct. 1 to consider a Boundary Line Adjustment (BLA2024-02) affecting two parcels near Trout Lake. The consent agenda includes a letter of support for a federal forest legacy project, a $120,039.53 quarry retainage release, and a contract amendment increasing senior nutrition funding by $83,136 total. Additional items include approval of a $11,578.75 striping program estimate and routine updates from public works and senior services.

• Letter of Support to the Washington Department of Natural Resources for the Phase 3 FY 2025 IRA Large Landscape Forest Legacy Project
• Public meeting scheduled Oct. 1 to consider Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2024-02 for parcels 06-10-1151-0402/00 and 06-10-2211-0001/00 in the Trout Lake vicinity
• Final acceptance and release retainage of $120,039.53 for 2023 crushing at Fisher Hill Quarry WP 54, Badger Gulch Quarry WP 53, and Matsen Quarry WP 44
• Amendment No. 4 to Senior Nutrition Services contract increasing Congregate Meals funding by $48,136 and Home Delivered Meals funding by $35,000
• Approval of Pay Estimate #2 for 2024 Annual Striping Program RN 642-24 in the amount of $11,578.75

The board approved the Binding Site Plan BSP2020-03 and RV 2020-01 for Under Canvas, Inc. in the Husum/BZ Corner vicinity, with Commissioner Christopher voting no. The board also approved the consent agenda, including a $120,039.53 retainage release for quarry work, and agreed to advertise the Coroner position at Grade 75 Step 1. A budget workshop was held later that day, and a Town Hall meeting took place in the evening.

• Approved BSP2020-03 and RV 2020-01 for Under Canvas (2-1, Christopher nay)
• Approved consent agenda with 6 items (unanimous)
• Approved final acceptance and retainage release of $120,039.53 for quarry work (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #2 for 2024 Annual Striping Program, $11,578.75 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $475,575.02 (unanimous)
• Agreed to advertise Coroner position at Grade 75 Step 1
• Agreed to remove LEOFF budget from Sheriff's Patrol budget to BOCC budget
• Approved meeting minutes for September 24, 2024 with one amendment (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct public hearings regarding a rezone request and a SEPA appeal. The meeting includes a budget revenue workshop and several contract approvals for public health and emergency management.

• Public Health funding increase of $1,138,323 via Consolidated Contract Amendment 20
• Pay Estimate #4 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359 in the amount of $598,771.35
• Purchase of six security cameras for radio sites for $59,964.34
• Public Hearing for Rezone ZON 2023-02 (Applicants Pat Wilson and Lee Monroe)
• Public Hearing for SEPA2023-21 Appeal

The Board affirmed the SEPA Determination of Non-Significance and approved the rezone request ZON 2023-02 for applicants Patrick Wilson and Lee Monroe, with Commissioner Christopher voting nay on both. The Board also approved the agenda, consent agenda, warrants, and several agreements, and held a budget workshop for 2025.

• Affirmed SEPA DNS for Rezone ZON 2023-02 (2-1, Christopher nay)
• Approved rezone ZON 2023-02 (2-1, Christopher nay)
• Approved agenda with add-ons (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 7 items (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants $1,109,527.85 and payroll warrants $821,825.43 (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #4 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8 in amount of $598,771.35 (unanimous)
• Approved Specialized Services Agreement with Public Safety Testing, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved verbal request to extinguish Risk Reduction funds for jail suicide prevention items (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including an appointment to the Water Conservancy Board, a maintenance contract for a postage machine, and an interlocal funding agreement for a youth center. Commissioners will vote to create a Coroner Department within the General Fund. The Board will also approve a $253,254.63 pay estimate for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project. Additional updates from jail, public works, and emergency management will be presented, and the meeting may include executive‑session items.

• Appointment of Adrian Bradford to the Water Conservancy Board for a six‑year term
• Maintenance agreement with 1st Class Office Solutions, LLC for postage machine inspections
• Interlocal Funding Assistance Agreement with Washington Gorge Action Programs for the Bingen/White Salmon Community Youth Center (2024)
• Resolution to create the Coroner Department within the General Fund
• Approval of Pay Estimate $253,254.63 for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project

The Board approved the agenda, prior minutes, and a four-item consent agenda, including appointing Adrian Bradford to the Water Conservancy Board, a maintenance agreement, an interlocal agreement with WAGAP, and a resolution creating a Coroner Department. They also approved Pay Estimate 6 and Final for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project at $253,254.63 and warrants totaling $243,493.68. The meeting recessed due to lack of quorum and reconvened as a budget workshop on September 12, where the Board set the 2025 Budget Public Hearing for December 2, 2024, and later approved a conditional offer to applicant #2 in executive session.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 27, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 4 items (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 6 and Final for Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project at $253,254.63 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $243,493.68 and payroll warrants of $0.00 (unanimous)
• Set 2025 Budget Public Hearing for December 2, 2024 (consensus)
• Approved conditional offer to applicant #2 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss enacting interim controls for the bulk storage, warehousing, and siting of battery energy storage systems in unincorporated areas. The meeting also includes a preliminary 2025 budget presentation and various department updates.

• Interim zoning controls for lithium battery bulk storage and warehousing
• Interim controls for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) siting and development
• RCO Grant Agreement for $31,000 for maintenance at Trout Lake Park
• Amending the Winter Riding Use Fee Schedule for the Klickitat County Fairgrounds
• Authorization to advertise for Office Manager I ($22.06-23.41/hr) and Permit Technician ($19.66-20.83/hr)

The Board approved two resolutions imposing interim zoning controls on bulk lithium battery storage and battery energy storage systems (BESS) in unincorporated areas, both passing 2-1 with Commissioner Anderson dissenting. The Board also approved consent agenda items including personnel authorizations, a $31,000 grant for Trout Lake Park maintenance, and a reimbursable work agreement with West Klickitat Regional Fire Authority. Several staff updates were presented, including on the 2025 preliminary budget and a mandatory ballot recount.

• Approved Resolution No. 09024 interim zoning controls on bulk lithium battery storage (2-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 09124 interim controls on BESS siting/development (2-1)
• Approved consent agenda with 7 items, including personnel authorizations and agreements
• Approved $31,000 RCO grant for Trout Lake Park maintenance
• Approved reimbursable work agreement with West Klickitat Regional Fire Authority
• Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $519,267.49
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-10 in White Salmon vicinity
• Approved moving citizen comment to 1:10 PM due to technical difficulties

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will vote on two resolutions that would prohibit bulk storage of lithium batteries and ban the siting or development of battery storage systems in unincorporated parts of the county. The meeting also includes a consent agenda, public works pay estimates, and a planning department notice of a public hearing on a boundary line adjustment. Additional items cover departmental updates and payroll warrant approvals.

• Resolution to enact a moratorium on bulk storage and warehousing of lithium batteries in unincorporated Klickitat County
• Resolution to enact a moratorium on siting, installation, or development of battery storage systems (BESS) in unincorporated Klickitat County
• Approval of Final Pay Estimate for Bickleton Area Paving, CRP 372 – $41,911.49
• Approval of Pay Estimate 3 for Klickitat County Superior Court Remodel – $132,933.64
• Public meeting scheduled for Sept 3, 2024 to consider Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-10 in the White Salmon vicinity

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda that includes hiring a public health nurse, a data‑sharing agreement with the state health department, a contract amendment for baby and child dentistry services, a temporary road closure, and the release of donated senior‑services funds. The Board will also approve two public‑works pay estimates totaling about $719,000. A public hearing will be held to approve SPL2024‑09 plat alteration submitted by Michelle Ruber, and commissioners will discuss a proposed moratorium on battery energy storage system permits and scheduling a SEPA appeal hearing.

• Personnel authorization to advertise a vacant Public Health Nurse position (Grade 70/1‑3, $32.53‑$34.52 per hour).
• Data Sharing Agreement between Klickitat County Public Health and Washington State Department of Health.
• Contract amendment with Washington State Health Care Authority for Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) services.
• Approval of $229,054.40 estimate for White Plastic Edge Line, CRP 368.
• Public hearing to approve SPL2024‑09 Plat Alteration (Applicant: Michelle Ruber).

The Board approved a moratorium on battery energy storage systems (BESS) and large-scale lithium battery storage in unincorporated areas, directing staff to prepare interim zoning ordinances. They also approved a short plat alteration, several pay estimates, and a resolution rescinding the emergency declaration for fire conditions. The meeting included multiple unanimous approvals of warrants, consent agenda items, and personnel authorizations.

• Approved moratorium on BESS and large-scale lithium battery storage (2-1, Anderson nay)
• Approved Resolution 08424 rescinding emergency declaration for fire conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL2024-09 alteration in White Salmon vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate for White Plastic Edge Line, CRP 368, $229,054.40 (unanimous)
• Approved pay estimate #3 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359, $489,947.32 (unanimous)
• Approved warrants totaling $2,995,176.68 for accounts payable and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 5 items including road closure and data sharing agreement (unanimous)
• Scheduled Commissioner Town Hall for September 26, 2024 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a supplemental budget and related amendments for 2024 during a public hearing. It will also vote on a grant to the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport for Phase II engineering design and approve several contracts and agreements listed on the consent agenda. Additional updates from fire, public works, health, and other departments will be presented.

• Resolution to provide a grant to Columbia Gorge Regional Airport for Phase II engineering design
• Small Works Contract with Pacific Power Group, LLC for two‑year generator maintenance in Goldendale and White Salmon
• Reimbursable Fuel Agreement with Washington State Patrol for fuel during the Big Horn Fire
• Amendment #9 to Water Resource Inventory Area 31 Service Agreement with Aspect Consulting, extending contract to Dec 31 2025
• Public hearing on a supplemental budget and amendments for the 2024 budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a consent agenda that includes authorizing a 2024 Ford Transit van for Adult Probation. It will also approve a professional services agreement with Celia Throop for behavioral health crisis response and an interagency agreement for a 2025 homeless grant. Additional items include appointments to advisory boards and a public meeting on a short plat application.

• Authorization to purchase a 2024 Ford Transit van for Adult Probation
• Professional Services Agreement with Celia Throop for behavioral health crisis response
• Interagency Agreement for the 2025 Supplemental Consolidated Homeless Grant
• Appointment of Brandon Essex to the Veterans Advisory Board (term until Aug 1, 2027)
• Public meeting on Short Plat SPL2024-05 applicants Brian & Sandra Alley

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will vote on a resolution declaring an emergency in response to the Big Horn Fire and damage to public safety radio sites. They will set a public hearing for August 13 to consider a supplemental budget and related amendments. The agenda also includes a change order request for the Fortinet Implementation Project and approvals of several public‑works pay estimates totaling over $1.8 million. A planning department meeting on August 6 will consider a short plat for a parcel in the Snowden vicinity.

• Resolution declaring emergency for the Big Horn Fire and public safety radio sites damage
• Public hearing scheduled for August 13 to consider a supplemental budget and amendments
• Change order request for the Fortinet Implementation Project with Right! Systems, Inc.
• Approval of Pay Estimate #2 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359 in the amount of $1,050,857.49
• Planning Department public meeting on August 6 to consider Short Plat SPL 2024‑05, parcel 03‑11‑0919‑0302/00 in Snowden vicinity

The Board approved Resolution No. 07624 declaring an emergency for the Big Horn Fire and Public Safety Radio Site damage, and approved a $45,520.10 generator replacement for the Indian Hill Radio Site. They also approved several pay estimates for road and facility projects, and set a public hearing for a supplemental budget. The meeting included multiple unanimous approvals and a split vote on a time extension for the Switzler Reservoir SEPA Review project.

• Approved Resolution No. 07624 declaring emergency for Big Horn Fire and radio site damage (unanimous)
• Approved $45,520.10 generator purchase for Indian Hill Radio Site (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for Bickleton Area Paving, CRP 372, $428,653.32 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #2 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359, $1,050,857.49 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #5 for Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project, $382,768.59 (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 6 to Natural Resources agreement for Switzler Reservoir SEPA Review time extension (2-1, Christopher dissenting)
• Approved $2,223,764.28 accounts payable and $636,585.11 payroll warrants (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of CivicPlus Meeting and Agenda Software (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a consent agenda featuring interagency agreements and a ground lease. The meeting also includes department updates regarding battery storage and jail administration.

• Reimbursement agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts up to $155,282 for State v. Blake costs
• 20-year ground lease between Columbia Gorge Regional Airport and CGRA Hangars, LLC with base rent of $4,200/year
• Agreement with Prothman for Jail Administrator sourcing and outreach estimated at $7,500 - $8,500
• Appointments to the Klickitat County Solid Waste Advisory Committee
• Planning Department discussion on Battery Storage

The board approved a contract with Prothman for jail administrator sourcing and outreach, estimated at $7,500-$8,500, with a 2-1 vote (Anderson and Zoller in favor, Christopher against). They also directed staff to draft a resolution requiring all county departments that accept public payments to set up credit card acceptance. The consent agenda was approved with three items, including a state reimbursement agreement for resentencing costs and a ground lease for the airport.

• Approved Prothman contract for jail administrator search (2-1, Anderson & Zoller yes, Christopher no)
• Approved consent agenda items 1, 2, and 4, including IAA25185 with AOC ($155,282 max) and CGRA Hangars ground lease ($4,200/year, 20 years)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $184,307.64 and payroll warrants of $0.00
• Directed staff to draft resolution for credit card acceptance by county departments
• Directed staff to get PA opinion on battery storage moratorium
• Approved adding battery storage moratorium discussion to agenda
• Verbally approved advertising for Assistant, Associate, or Senior Planner position

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will approve a consent agenda including airport construction contracts, a grant letter of support, and a courthouse lawn licensing agreement. The meeting also includes updates on jail operations and a public hearing on battery storage.

• Contract change orders for South Apron Reconstruction at Columbia Gorge Regional Airport
• Letter of Support for Columbia Land Trust grant application
• Annual Reimbursement Grant Contract with SECO Basic Service Washington
• Courthouse Lawn Licensing Agreement and Waiver of Fees for Nazarene Church
• Public meeting on Battery Storage Moratorium

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several consent agenda items including public health contract amendments and land use applications. The meeting also includes department updates from the Sheriff, Planning, and Public Works.

• Public Health contract amendment adding $1,007,000 for Foundational Public Health Services
• Kroger/Klickitat County agreement regarding the fourth opioid settlement allocation
• HVAC maintenance contract with Apollo Mechanical Contractors at $76,538.80 per year
• Pay estimate of $216,029.45 for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project
• Short Plat approval (SPL 2023-11) in the Husum vicinity

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to enact a moratorium on the siting and permitting of battery energy storage systems in unincorporated areas. The agenda also includes pay estimates for Bickleton Area Paving and the Superior Court Remodel. Public meetings are scheduled for two short plat approvals.

• Moratorium on battery energy storage systems (BESS) in unincorporated Klickitat County
• $1,958,268.58 pay estimate for Bickleton Area Paving, CRP 372
• $28,896.00 pay estimate for the Klickitat County Superior Court Remodel
• Lease agreement between Columbia Gorge Regional Airport and Hood Tech Corp. Aero Inc.
• Public meetings for short plat approvals SPL2023-14 and SPL2024-07

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several items for approval, including the formal creation of a Department of Corrections. The agenda also includes department updates and a roundtable discussion on solar batteries.

• Formal creation of Klickitat County Corrections Department
• GN Northern, Inc. contract increase from $300,000 to $500,000
• $64,605 advance payment to NORCOR Juvenile Detention Facility
• Extension of Refined Basin Yield Assessment project deadlines by nine months
• Roundtable discussion regarding solar batteries

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review several administrative contracts and personnel authorizations. The agenda includes reviewing pay estimates for road striping and quarry projects, as well as a public meeting for a boundary line adjustment.

• Pay estimate of $260,999.25 for the 2024 Annual Striping Program
• Pay estimate of $502,170.85 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8
• Final pay estimate of $544,821.93 for various quarry projects
• Public meeting for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2024-01
• Bid opening for Emergency Management radio site security cameras

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider various appointments, contract approvals, and grant amendments. Department updates are scheduled from Public Works, Emergency Management, and Senior Services.

• $105,126.73 purchase for body cameras, Tasers, and Lexipol software
• Agreement with Sargent Engineers, Inc. for repairs to six county bridges
• Boundary Line Adjustment (BLA2024-01) in the White Salmon vicinity
• Final acceptance of contract bonds for Rock Creek Bridge and Courtney Road projects

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding the 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Program. The agenda also includes contract amendments for bridge repairs and engineering services. Additionally, the Board will review pay estimates for HVAC replacement projects at the courthouse and Pioneer Center.

• Public hearing to amend the Six Year Transportation Improvement Program (2024-2029)
• $40,000 increase for AKS Engineering professional services
• Agreement with Sargent Engineers, Inc. for repairs to four bridges and asphalt overlays
• $159,304.25 pay estimate for the Pioneer Center HVAC Replacement Project 2024
• Resolution establishing outdoor burning restrictions in Burn Ban Zone Three starting June 17, 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will vote on a $4,122,534.50 contract for road improvements on Sundale Road and Old Hwy 8. The board will also approve a resolution establishing outdoor burning restrictions effective May 20, 2024, and a contract for the 2024 liquid asphalt purchase. Additionally, the agenda includes a public hearing to consider a Dallesport sewer rate increase for the period of June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025.

• Contract with Midway Underground for $4,122,534.50 in improvements to 3.54 miles of Sundale Road, .59 miles of Old Hwy 8, and intersections of Kelly Road and Goddard Road
• Resolution establishing outdoor burning restrictions in unincorporated areas effective May 20, 2024, based on requests from Fire Districts #2, 9, and 10
• Public hearing scheduled for May 21, 2024, to consider a Dallesport Sewer Rate Increase for June 1, 2024, through May 31, 2025
• Contract with Ergon Asphalt Emulsion for the 2024 Liquid Asphalt Purchase, an open-ended bid from April 15, 2024, through November 15, 2024
• Public hearing to consider an Ordinance to change Maximum Speed Limits and a Franchise Agreement for Carriger Solar LLC

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on April 30, 2024, covering consent agenda items, public works pay estimates, a sheriff's department update, and a fiscal services quarterly update. They will also hold a public hearing to declare county property as surplus for online auction and a public meeting on a short plat alteration. The agenda includes several routine approvals and reports.

• Public hearing to declare county property surplus and set online auction date
• Public meeting on Short Plat Alteration SPL2023-01, LJ Dean Enterprises
• Approval of pay estimates for courthouse election security room floor covering and superior court ceiling demolition/rebuild
• Consent agenda includes grant amendment extending Homeland Security Grant to Feb 28, 2025
• Resolution to create WIC-funded Registered Dietician position in Public Health

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners is scheduled to approve a consent agenda containing ten items, including a supplemental budget hearing and a landfill gas funding agreement. The board will also finalize a decision on an open space land classification application and review updates from the Planning, Public Works, and Emergency Management departments.

• Contract Bond with A&E heating and Air, Inc. for the Pioneer HVAC Replacement Project 2024 in the amount of $159,425.44
• Landfill Gas Improvement Funding Assistance Agreement with Dallesport Water District not to exceed $200,000
• Small Works Contract with Inland Fire Extinguisher, Inc. for 2024-2025 fire suppression services at $5,161.29
• Resolution to set a Public Hearing for a Supplemental Budget 2024-1 on May 14, 2024
• Findings and decision on Application #OS-OS-2024-01 for Open Space Land classification for parcel #03101400000800

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to approve a consent agenda containing 13 items, including a grant agreement to investigate the Klickitat Mill Site and a contract expansion with Smartsheets. The board will also approve a $619,582.29 pay estimate for crushing operations at Fisher Hill, Badger Gulch, and Matsen quarries. Additionally, the board will schedule public hearings for a boundary line adjustment, speed limit ordinance changes, and the disposal of surplus county property.

• Approval of Pay Estimate 2 for 2023 Crushing at Fisher Hill, Badger Gulch, and Matsen quarries in the amount of $619,582.29
• Toxics Cleanup Integrated Planning Grant Agreement with Washington State Department of Ecology to investigate the Klickitat Mill Site
• Notice of Public Hearing on May 7, 2024, to consider an ordinance changing maximum speed limits
• Memorandum to schedule a Public Meeting on April 16, 2024, for approval of Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-14
• Resolution to schedule a Public Hearing on April 30, 2024, to declare certain miscellaneous county property as surplus

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda containing 12 items, including contracts for airport grant matching, behavioral health services, and a court ceiling rebuild. The board will also approve a final pay estimate of $24,725 for the Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project. A public hearing is scheduled to consider a boundary line adjustment in the Goldendale vicinity.

• Approval of $23,736.00 Small Works Contract with NW Natural Homes, LLC for Superior Court Ceiling Demolition and Rebuild
• Approval of $24,725.00 Pay Estimate 4 and Final for Klickitat County Jail Re-Roofing Project
• Public Hearing for Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-17, Parcel # 05-17-2351-0002/00 and 05-17-2351-0001/00 in Goldendale
• Authorization of $2,100 contract with Flo Analytics to reconcile precincts split by legislative boundary changes
• First Amendment to Construction Contract for Critical Oregon Airport Revitalization (COAR) grant #2023-DLS-00018 match money

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of County Commissioners is holding a special meeting on March 29, 2024, at 1:00 PM. The primary agenda item is an update or action regarding the Klickitat County Jail. The meeting also includes a pending executive session to discuss litigation, contract negotiations, or employee matters as determined by the Board.

• Update/Action in regards to the Klickitat County Jail
• Executive Session for issues determined by the Board (litigation, contracts, or personnel)

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of 14 items, including contracts, personnel authorizations, and resolutions. The board will also receive updates from the Planning, Public Works, Emergency Management, and Adult Probation departments, and open bids for public works projects. A public hearing on the KLICK Network LLC franchise agreement will continue.

• Consent agenda includes $5,000 in Historic Preservation Funds for proposals
• Authorization to purchase radio system equipment for storm damage repair
• Contract amendment for Public Health: +$25,230 Group B Water, -$88,260 COVID-19
• Small Works Contract for Courthouse HVAC Replacement: $81,203.35
• Pay Estimate 1 for 2023 Crushing: $598,475.77

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda of eight items, including a behavioral health contract amendment, credit card limit increase, personnel authorizations, a short plat public meeting, fairgrounds licensing, and a landfill gas funding agreement. The board will also continue a public hearing on adopting the 2021 State of Washington Building Codes, and receive updates from several departments and elected officials.

• Amendment #4 to Carelon Behavioral Health facility agreement for crisis response, jail transition, and substance use services
• Increase Behavioral Health credit card limit from $3,500 to $5,000
• Authorize advertising for Legal Admin Assistant I/II ($19.66-$22.07/hr) and Office Manager I ($22.06-$23.41/hr) positions
• Public meeting on March 19 for short plat SPL 2023-13 in Bickleton vicinity (Juris Properties, LLC)
• Landfill Gas Improvement Funding Agreement to assist Dallesport Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier #1 rehabilitation

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold public hearings to consider adopting the 2021 state building codes (Titles 15 and 16). The board will also approve a consent agenda with nine items, including contracts, appointments, and a road project publication notice, and receive updates from several departments.

• Public hearings on adopting 2021 state building codes (Titles 15 and 16)
• Approval of $729,048.58 for 2023 Road Project CRP373 Bickleton Hwy widening/chip seal
• Notice to vendors for liquid asphalt purchase (engineer's estimate $400,000-$700,000)
• Appointment of Rod Smith to Civil Service Commission (term to 2029)
• Letter of appreciation to Senator Cantwell for $200M federal grant for Hood River White Salmon bridge

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with 13 items, including authorizing advertisements for a major road improvement project and several vehicle purchases. They will also receive updates from the Planning, Public Works, Elections, and Health departments, and discuss a Civil Service Commission position.

• Advertise Sundale/Old Hwy 8 Project (CRP 359), engineer's estimate $3,000,000-$5,500,000, bid opening March 19, 2024
• Purchase four pickup trucks for Public Works ER&R fleet
• Award 2024 Annual Striping Program bid to Stripe Rite, Inc.
• Purchase three 2024 Dodge Durango Pursuits and two Chevy Silverado PPVs totaling $372,714.59
• 90-day pilot of Liam Connect mail management system for jail at no cost

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider a consent agenda with 11 items, including tourism promotion contracts, a court remodel bid, and a fee waiver. They will also hear updates from several departments and hold a public hearing on road standards.

• Small Works Contract to Prime Interiors for Superior Court Remodel, $212,591.85
• Tourism promotion contracts: Alder Creek Pioneer Assoc. ($3,900), ABATE ($6,662), Goldendale Chamber ($58,324), Mt. Adams Chamber ($60,995), Fair Board ($3,000), Glenwood Rodeo ($3,000)
• Waiver of fees and licensing agreement for American Legion Easter Egg Hunt at Fairgrounds
• Public hearing on Title 12 Road Standards
• Bid opening for 2024 Annual Striping Program RN642-24

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will consider consent agenda items including lodging tax awards, appointments, and public works contracts. They will also hold public hearings on a franchise agreement with Klick Networks and Title 12, and receive updates from several departments.

• Lodging tax awards: Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce $58,324; Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce $60,995; Alder Creek Rodeo Association $3,900; Glenwood Rodeo Association $3,000; Columbia Gorge ABATE $6,662; Klickitat County Fair Board $3,000; Economic Development Dept $14,119
• Public hearings set for March 5, 2024 on adopting 2021 International Codes, adding Wildland Urban Interface Code and Industrial Scale Solar regulations, and clarifying factory assembled structure rules
• Small Works Contract for Pioneer Center HVAC Replacement with A&E Heating and Air
• Public hearing on franchise agreement with Klick Networks, LLC
• Appointments to Senior Services Advisory Board, Planning Commission, Citizens Review Committee, and Developmental Disability Advisory Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda containing 11 items, including staff appointments and service contracts. New business includes a presentation on the Lower White Salmon Coalition Vision Plan and a discussion of a WA State Archives grant. The board will also consider approval of the Cayenta Professional Services Agreement and Cloud Services Subscription Agreement.

• Approval of Cayenta Professional Services Agreement, Statement of Work, and Cloud Services Subscription Agreement
• Presentation of the Lower White Salmon Coalition Vision Plan by Pat Arnold
• Resolution accepting a Statutory Warranty Deed for fee simple road right of way
• Reappointment of Russel Hanson to the Civil Service Commission for a six-year term
• Professional Service Contract with Law Offices of Christopher R. Lanz and Lori L. Hoctor for Conflict Attorney Administrators

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold its regular meeting, covering a consent agenda with 18 items, department updates, and new business. Key items include a public hearing notice for a fiber optic franchise agreement with Klick Networks, a notice to advertise for the 2024 Annual Striping Program, and a 4th quarter budget report. The board will also consider a contract with Cayenta for financial software services.

• Public hearing notice for fiber optic franchise agreement with Klick Networks, LLC for broadband internet services
• Notice to advertise for 2024 Annual Striping Program (RN 642-24), bid opening Feb 20, 2024
• Final acceptance and release of retainage to Oliver's Floor Covering for $1,770.90
• Discussion and approval of Cayenta Contract, Professional Services Agreement, and Cloud Services Subscription Agreement
• 4th Quarter Budget reporting by Fiscal Manager Jennifer Neil

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine approvals, department updates, and a public hearing. Key items include approving a pay estimate for road safety improvements and discussing planning, public works, and health department matters.

• Approval of Pay Estimate #1 for Curve Warning Signs & Guideposts, CRP 371, in the amount of $188,372.72
• Resolution to close the Petty Cash fund for West District Court
• Planning Department update on Board of Adjustment discussion
• Public Works update by Director Jeff Hunter
• Health Department update by Director Erinn Quinn

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting with routine approvals, department updates, and new business. The main substantive item is a discussion and resolution on amending the sale of certain tax title properties. The agenda also includes consent items, board position openings, and a report from the prosecuting attorney.

• Discussion and resolution on amending sale of tax title properties
• Consent agenda includes amended interagency reimbursement agreement for Blake decision costs
• Final acceptance of contract for Slope Flattening/Guardrail Project CRP 370 on Trout Lake Hwy and Pine Forest Road
• Alternative work schedule for Associate Planner Denise Lee
• Openings on multiple county boards and commissions

Board of County Commissioners

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners is holding a regular meeting with a consent agenda that includes two support services agreements with local chambers of commerce, each for $10,000. The board will also hear updates from the Planning and Public Works departments. The meeting is largely routine, with no major policy decisions listed.

• Support Services Agreement with Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce, $10,000, Jan 1-Dec 31, 2024
• Support Services Agreement with Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce, $10,000, Jan 1-Dec 31, 2024
• Planning Department update from Interim Director Lori Anderson
• Public Works update from Director Jeff Hunter and County Engineer Seth Scarola