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

The Board approved transferring jail operations from the Sheriff to a new Department of Corrections under the Board, along with related agreements and testing services. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including a franchise agreement hearing notice, and extended public hearings on the 2025 budget, property tax levy, and capital improvement plan to December 9.

• Approved Resolution 10724 transferring jail operations to Board's Department of Corrections (2-1)
• Approved official notification to Civil Service Commission on jail transfer (2-1)
• Approved LEXIPOL Agreement (C19724) for Department of Corrections (2-1)
• Approved Pre-Employment Testing Services (C19624) for Department of Corrections (2-1)
• Approved consent agenda with 20 items, pulling item 18 for separate vote (unanimous)
• Approved notice of public hearings for Carriager Solar LLC franchise agreement (2-1)
• Extended 2025 property tax levy public hearing to Dec 9 (unanimous)
• Extended 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Plan hearing to Dec 9 (unanimous)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and reviewed four bids for the Bickleton Highway Overlay project. Commissioners also authorized various administrative agreements, including a letter of support for Blue Mountain Networks and the certification of 2025 property tax levies.

• Approved Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (2-0)
• Approved $526,931.76 pay estimate for Sundale/Old Hwy 8 project (2-0)
• Approved 16-item consent agenda (2-0)
• Approved $2,060,705.70 in total accounts payable and payroll warrants (2-0)
• Authorized Step 5 pay offer for Coroner applicant (2-0)
• Signed letter of support for Blue Mountain Networks (2-0)
• Agreed to close Commissioners Office at 12:00 PM on December 24, 2024 (2-0)

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

The Board unanimously voted to end the moratorium and interim zoning controls for bulk storage of lithium-based batteries. They also approved a supplemental 2024 budget resolution and an 11-item consent agenda covering contracts and road grants. The public hearing on the Six Year Road Plan 2025-2030 was continued to a later date for staff modifications.

• Ended BESS moratorium and interim zoning controls (unanimous)
• Approved Findings of Fact for BESS moratorium (2-1 vote)
• Approved Resolution No. 09824 for Supplemental 2024-3 Annual Budget (2-1 vote)
• Approved 11-item Consent Agenda including road grants and contracts (unanimous)
• Approved $2,580,000 grant amendment for Sunnyside Road Overlay Project
• Closed Six Year Road Plan hearing; written testimony open until Nov 15
• Approved payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling $1,236,643.94
• Directed staff to invite SWACH presenters for Opioid Abatement Funds discussion

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

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved two short plats (SPL 2024-06 and SPL 2024-11), a pay estimate for the courthouse HVAC project, and a consent agenda including an emergency management grant and purchase of three buses. They also approved warrants and authorized advertising for two public health positions. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Christopher absent.

• Approved short plat SPL 2024-06 in Trout Lake vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved short plat SPL 2024-11 in White Salmon vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 2 for Courthouse HVAC Replacement Project, $63,119.98 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda: Emergency Management Performance Grant and purchase of three 2024 Endera Ford F450 buses (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants totaling $228,283.98 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of replacement mower head and rebuild of broken mower head (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Behavioral Health Manager and Public Health Nurse Manager (unanimous)

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).

The Board extended a moratorium on battery energy storage systems (BESS) for one year. A separate public hearing regarding the bulk storage of lithium-based batteries was continued to November 12, 2024.

• Extended BESS moratorium for 1 year (Passed)
• Continued lithium-based battery storage public hearing to Nov 12, 2024 (Unanimous)
• Approved $861,268.52 in accounts payable and $1,140,351.43 in payroll warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved $581,800.24 pay estimate for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359 (Unanimous)
• Approved $58,773.15 pay estimate for Superior Court Remodel (Unanimous)
• Approved $29,184.39 and $15,910.00 pay estimates for Superior Court installations (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary wage compensation for Glenwood-White Salmon road crew supervisors
• Approved CISA continuous scans of public facing networks (Unanimous)

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.

The Board approved a resolution rescinding outdoor burning restrictions in unincorporated Klickitat County effective October 23, 2024. It also set a public hearing for November 12, 2024, to consider a $2,070,221 supplemental budget amendment. Several staff updates and routine approvals were made, including warrants and a small works contract.

• Approved Resolution No. 09624 rescinding the burn ban effective Oct 23, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 09724 setting a Nov 12, 2024 public hearing on a $2,070,221 supplemental budget (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with three add-ons (unanimous)
• Approved minutes for Sept 24 and Oct 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with one item pulled (unanimous)
• Approved Small Works Contract C16924 for Pioneer Center restroom floor covering to Oliver's Floor Covering for $5,660.41 (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable warrants of $1,896,027.74 and Payroll/Benefit warrants of $0.00 (unanimous)
• Approved advertising for Behavioral Health Manager and Public Health Nurse Manager positions (unanimous)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved two items related to county properties: a change order for the Klickitat County Superior Court Remodel Project and an ordinance to rezone two parcels from Forest Resource to Rural. The Board also approved accounts payable warrants, two consent agenda items, and the revised posting for an office administrator position. A preliminary budget discussion and various department updates were also held.

• Approved Business Agenda with amendments (passed unanimously)
• Approved Consent Agenda with two items, pulling item No. 3 (passed unanimously)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $147,521.38 and Payroll/Benefit Warrants of $0.00 (passed unanimously)
• Agreed to advertise vacant Office Administrator position as Clerical Admin. Assistant I, II or III, Grade 34, Steps 1-3
• Approved Change Order #1 for Klickitat County Superior Court Remodel Project in the amount of $48,773.83 (passed unanimously)
• Approved Ordinance No. O100824 to rezone approximately 58.57 acres from Forest Resource to Rural (passed with Christopher voting nay)

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

The Board approved the consent agenda with seven items, including contracts for behavioral health software, jury card payments, and a $350,000 grant for planning work. It also adopted findings of fact for a rezoning and approved a boundary line adjustment in the Trout Lake area. The board held a budget workshop on October 3, where it discussed preliminary budgets and rescheduled the October 10 workshop to October 17.

• Approved consent agenda with 7 items (unanimous)
• Approved findings of fact for SEPA 2023-21 and Rezone 2023-02 Wilson Monroe (2-1, Christopher nay)
• Approved BLA2024-02 boundary line adjustment for Wood & Hollenbeck Properties (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $310,471.87 and payroll warrants of $1,103,388.82 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and September 17, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Consensus to cancel October 10 budget workshop and reschedule to October 17

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.

The Board of County Commissioners held a budget workshop for the 2025 General Fund, during which they agreed to move the LEOFF budget from the Sheriff's Patrol budget into the LEOFF Budget within the Board of Commissioners budget. The board also received presentations on preliminary budgets for Senior Services, Public Works, Adult Probation, and other departments. A Town Hall special meeting followed, where citizens raised questions on various topics, but no formal decisions were made during the town hall.

• Agreed to move LEOFF budget from Sheriff's Patrol to Board of Commissioners budget (unanimous)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved two resolutions establishing moratoriums on the bulk storage of lithium batteries and the development of battery storage systems in unincorporated areas. The Board also approved various service agreements, personnel authorizations, and infrastructure pay estimates.

• Approved moratorium on bulk storage and warehousing of lithium batteries (Resolution No. 08724)
• Approved moratorium on siting, installation, or development of Battery Storage Systems (BESS) (Resolution No. 08824)
• Approved $1,132,807.44 in payroll/benefit warrants and $213,864.18 in accounts payable warrants
• Approved $132,933.64 pay estimate for Klickitat County Superior Court Remodel
• Approved $41,911.49 pay estimate for Bickleton Area Paving (CRP 372)
• Approved policy requiring County Departments to accept credit and/or debit cards (Resolution No. 08524)
• Approved appointment of Brittney Spratt to Law Enforcement Officer and Firefighters Disability Board
• Approved authorization to advertise for a Casual Communications Officer in Training ($22.95/hr)

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

The Board approved the 2024 Supplemental Budget (Resolution 08224) and a 10-item consent agenda, with item #8 pulled for a separate vote. They also approved warrants totaling $921,934.32 and several contracts, including a new case management system and a grant for airport engineering design.

• Approved 2024 Supplemental Budget Resolution 08224 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 10 items (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #9 to Water Resource Inventory Area 31 agreement (2-1, Christopher nay)
• Approved accounts payable warrants $24,475.20 and payroll warrants $897,459.12 (unanimous)
• Approved Tyler Technologies case management system contract (unanimous)
• Approved grant to Columbia Gorge Regional Airport for Phase II engineering design (unanimous)
• Approved Small Works Contract with Pacific Power Group for generator maintenance (unanimous)
• Approved Reimbursable Fuel Agreement with Washington State Patrol (unanimous)

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

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved a short plat (SPL2024-05) for a parcel in the Snowden vicinity, authorized the purchase of new software for Adult Probation, and appointed Paul Smith to the EMS District #1 Board. They also approved warrants, a consent agenda with seven items, and various appointments and agreements. The meeting included updates from multiple departments but no major policy decisions.

• Approved short plat SPL2024-05 for Brian & Sandra Alley (unanimous)
• Approved Adult Probation software purchase (2-1, Anderson nay)
• Approved appointment of Paul Smith to EMS District #1 Board (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $233,250.49 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with 7 items (unanimous)
• Approved authorization to advertise for Auditors Office Administrative Assistant (unanimous)
• Approved business agenda and July 23, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

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

The Board approved over $1.2 million in warrants and authorized the creation of the Department of Corrections. They also passed a motion to require all county departments receiving public payments to accept credit cards.

• Approved $93,267.88 for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport apron and taxilane work
• Approved $372,126.80 in accounts payable and $839,640.86 in payroll/benefit warrants
• Approved motion to require all public-payment departments to accept credit cards
• Authorized steps to create the Department of Corrections
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-16 (Wishram vicinity)
• Approved Short Plat SPL 2023-11 (Husum vicinity)
• Approved letter of support for Central Klickitat Conservation District grant
• Approved letter of support for Columbia Land Trust grant

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

The Board unanimously approved a nine-item consent agenda covering behavioral health services, fire district annexation, opioid settlement funds, public health funding increases, and road maintenance contracts. They also approved a pay estimate for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn project and gave verbal approval to advertise for a permanent Jail Administrator position. A planned Executive Session was canceled.

• Approved nine-item consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved Public Health contract amendment adding $1.1M in funding (unanimous)
• Approved $76,538.80/year HVAC maintenance contract with Apollo Mechanical (unanimous)
• Approved annexation petition for Klickitat County Fire Protection District No. 3 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 4 for Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project for $216,029.45 (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants totaling $384,253.54 (unanimous)
• Granted verbal approval to advertise for permanent Jail Administrator position
• Canceled scheduled Executive Session and Prosecuting Attorney Update

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved several pay estimates for infrastructure and remodeling, including a significant paving project. The Board also approved two short plats in the Goldendale vicinity and a lease for airport hangar space.

• Approved $2,958,268.58 pay estimate for Bickleton Area paving (unanimous)
• Approved $2,255,417.61 in Accounts Payable Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved $28,896.00 pay estimate for Superior Court Remodel (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL 2023-14 for Paul and Melissa Enyeart (unanimous)
• Approved Short Plat SPL 2024-07 for Jim Hill Family Trust (unanimous)
• Approved lease between Columbia Gorge Regional Airport and Hood Tech Corp. Aero Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Yakama Nation land acquisition (unanimous)
• Appointed Loren Meagher to Citizens Review Committee for a 3-year term (unanimous)

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

The Board approved Resolution No. 07224 formally creating the Klickitat County Corrections Department under RCW 36.32.120(4), with a wording change removing a clause from Whereas number 6. It also approved a consent agenda of eleven items (pulling item No. 3 for discussion) and approved accounts payable warrants of $249,918.40 and payroll/benefit warrants of $1,093,755.31 for the period ending June 24, 2024. Much of the meeting was staff updates and public comment; the Board also discussed battery storage options with directors and heard from Avangrid Renewables via Zoom.

• Approved Resolution No. 07224 creating the Klickitat County Corrections Department under RCW 36.32.120(4), with a change to Whereas No. 6 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda of 11 items, pulling No. 3 for discussion (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants of $249,918.40 and payroll/benefit warrants of $1,093,755.31 for date ending June 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved the business agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 28, 2024 and June 4, 2024 as presented (unanimous)
• Recessed for lunch at 11:33 AM (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting, noting all three members will attend the WSAC meeting June 26, 2024 (unanimous)

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

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners approved the business agenda with a canceled planning department update, a nine-item consent agenda, and warrants totaling $158,433.83. The board also approved multiple pay estimates for road and quarry projects, sent an emergency management bid to staff for review, approved a boundary line adjustment, and agreed to draft a letter of support for a WDFW land acquisition.

• Approved the Business Agenda as amended, canceling the Planning Department update (Passed unanimously)
• Approved the Consent Agenda with nine items (Passed unanimously)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $158,433.83 and Payroll/Benefit Warrants of $0.00 (Passed unanimously)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for 2024 Annual Striping Program RN-642-24 of $260,999.25 (Passed unanimously)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for Sundale/Old Hwy 8, CRP 359 of $502,170.85 (Passed unanimously)
• Approved Final Pay Estimate for 2023 Crushing at Fisher Hill Quarry, Badger Gulch Quarry, and Matsen Quarry of $544,821.93 (Passed unanimously)
• Approved sending Day Wireless's $82,385.74 bid for Public Safety Radio Site Security Cameras back to Emergency Management for review (Passed unanimously)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2024-01 for applicant Judith Harvey (Passed unanimously)

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

The Board approved a consent agenda containing twelve items, including a $105,126.73 purchase for sheriff body cameras and tasers, and bridge repair contracts. They also certified payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $1 million. Additionally, the Board voted to transfer $6,509 in leftover FAA grant funds to the Hood River Airport.

• Approved $105,126.73 purchase for sheriff body cameras, tasers, and policies
• Approved payroll warrants of $868,002.60 and accounts payable warrants of $161,579.50
• Approved transfer of $6,509 FAA grant funds to Hood River Airport
• Approved appointment of Mike Villamar-Vader to Board of Adjustment for 6-year term
• Approved professional services agreements for crisis responders and bridge bearing repairs
• Approved final acceptance and bond release for Rock Creek Bridge and Courtney Road projects
• Approved amendment to Public Health grant agreement extending term to June 30, 2025
• Approved letter of support for Hood River-White Salmon Bridge Replacement

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

The Board unanimously approved a resolution to increase Dallesport sewer rates by 5% and connection fees by 3%. They also approved a $250,000 grant agreement for infrastructure design at the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport. A motion to appoint Mike Villamar-Vader to the Board of Adjustment failed.

• Approved Resolution No. 06624: Dallesport Sewer Rate +5%, Connection Fee +3% (Unanimous)
• Approved $250,000 Grant Agreement for Aviation Business Park Phase II design (Unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants ($306,952.19) and Payroll Warrants ($1,149,253.49) (Unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda with 8 items including Behavioral Health contract amendment (Unanimous)
• Motion to appoint Mike Villamar-Vader to Board of Adjustment denied (1-2 vote)
• Consensus reached to submit Letter of Support for Klickitat Valley Health heat pump funding
• Verbal approval given to hire Transportation Driver and internal driver for Jail department

Board of County Commissioners

The Board unanimously directed staff to prepare documents for a new Department of Corrections, reversing a previous March 2024 directive to close the jail. They also approved a 5% increase in Dallesport sewer rates and a $250,000 grant for airport infrastructure. A motion to appoint Mike Villamar-Vader to the Board of Adjustment failed.

• Approved $250,000 grant for Aviation Business Park Phase II engineering
• Approved 5% increase in Dallesport Sewer Rate per EWU and 3% connection fee increase
• Approved warrants totaling $1,456,205.68 for accounts payable and payroll
• Approved historical society grant agreements for three local organizations
• Approved request for Emergency Management credit card limit increase
• Approved notice to advertise bids for Remote Public Safety Radio Site Security Camera Project
• Failed motion to appoint Mike Villamar-Vader to Board of Adjustment (1-1-1 vote)
• Directed staff to create Department of Corrections and remove jail closure directive

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a supplemental budget request and established a burn ban for Zone 2. A public hearing regarding Dallesport wastewater rate increases remains open for written comments.

• Approved 2024-1 Supplemental Budget Request of $7,879,316.00 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 06424 establishing a Burn Ban in Zone 2 starting June 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $3,207 in Historical Preservation Grant funds for three organizations (unanimous)
• Approved $312,529.53 pay estimate for Fairgrounds Sale Barn Project (unanimous)
• Approved $556,176.45 in Accounts Payable Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved temporary closure of Sundale Road from May 28 to August 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Tabled Dallesport Wastewater Rate Increase decision; hearing open for written comments until May 24, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved surplus inventory removal for Building and Health Departments (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved shoreline development and conditional use permits for the Bingen Point Business Park. Other actions included approving speed limit changes for four roads and authorizing various public works payments and contracts.

• Approved Shoreline Substantial Development and Conditional Use Permit SH2023-01 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 0053024 to change maximum speed limits for McGowan Road, N. Major Creek Road, Poplar Street, and Vineyard Road (unanimous)
• Approved $81,203.35 contract with All Seasons Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. for Courthouse HVAC replacement (unanimous)
• Approved $637,909.51 pay estimate to DeAtley Crushing Company (unanimous)
• Approved $129,253.16 change order for Klickitat County Fairgrounds Sale Barn foundation (unanimous)
• Approved $850,533.61 in accounts payable and $892,488.58 in payroll/benefit warrants (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 5 for Switzler Reservoir SEPA Review project (2-1)
• Approved sending three Electronic Healthcare Record System proposals to Behavioral Health for review (unanimous)

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

The Board approved a $4,122,534.50 contract for road improvements on Sundale Road and Old Hwy 8. The Board also voted to participate in the Johnson & Johnson Opioid Settlement and approved several grant applications. A franchise agreement for Carriager Solar was tabled for two months.

• Approved $4,122,534.50 contract for Sundale/Old Hwy 8 Road Project (unanimous)
• Approved participation in Johnson & Johnson Opioid Settlement (unanimous)
• Approved outdoor burning restrictions in Burn Ban Zone One effective May 20, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-15 (unanimous)
• Tabled Carriager Solar, LLC Franchise Agreement for two months (unanimous)
• Approved three Historical Preservation Grant applications (unanimous)
• Tabled purchase of Overwatch biosensors for Sheriff's Office/Jail (unanimous)
• Approved $197,143.65 in Accounts Payable Warrants (unanimous)

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

The Board approved a public online auction for surplus county property and redefined the boundaries for precinct 21. The Board also authorized a letter of support for Mt. Adams Resource Stewards grant applications and approved several facility payment estimates.

• Approved Resolution No. 05624 to declare county property as surplus for online auction (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 05724 to redefine precinct 21 boundaries and map (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Mt. Adams Resource Stewards grant applications (unanimous)
• Approved Alteration of Short Plat SPL2023-01 in the Husum vicinity (unanimous)
• Approved $1,392,675.61 in total accounts payable and payroll warrants (unanimous)
• Approved $3,859.95 for Courthouse Election Security Room floor covering (unanimous)
• Approved $8,901.00 for Superior Court ceiling demolition and rebuild (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Agenda including IT and lease accounting rules and a WIC dietician position (unanimous)

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

The Board approved a resolution to finalize the boundaries and maps for county legislative districts. They also approved several infrastructure contracts, a land lease for aircraft monitoring, and a supplemental budget public hearing.

• Approved Resolution No. 05142 redefining legislative district boundaries and maps
• Approved $159,425.44 contract with A&E Heating and Air, Inc for Pioneer HVAC Replacement
• Approved $5,161.29 contract with Inland Fire Extinguisher, Inc for fire suppression services
• Approved Landfill Gas Improvement Funding Assistance Agreement with Dallesport Water District up to $200,000
• Approved ground lease with City of The Dalles and Advanced Navigation & Positioning Corporation
• Approved Resolution No. 05024 setting a May 14 public hearing for Supplemental Budget 2024-1
• Approved Open Space classification for Parcel No. 03101400000800 (Benjamin L Seagraves)
• Approved $140,284.75 in Accounts Payable Warrants

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Klickitat County Commissioners approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $991,087.79 and Payroll/Benefit Warrants of $818,978.91 for the period ending April 15, 2024. It approved a 13-item consent agenda, pulling item No. 2 (a Switzler Reservoir SEPA Review agreement amendment) for separate discussion; the Board agreed to bring that item back next week. In a public hearing, the Board moved an Open Space land classification forward and directed staff to return a Finding of Facts, and approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-14. The meeting also included department updates and public comments; no other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $991,087.79 and Payroll/Benefit Warrants of $818,978.91 (unanimous)
• Approved 13-item consent agenda, pulling item No. 2 for later consideration (unanimous)
• Agreed to bring the Switzler Reservoir SEPA Review agreement amendment back to next week's agenda
• Moved Open Space Land Classification No. OS-OS-2024-1 forward and directed staff to return a Finding of Facts (unanimous)
• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-14 (unanimous)
• Approved amended business agenda with five add-ons (unanimous)
• Recessed for lunch at 11:20 AM (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 2:00 PM (unanimous)

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

The Board unanimously approved a 13-item consent agenda covering economic development grants, technical committee appointments, and public works projects. Key approvals included a bid award for the Sundale/Old Hwy 8 project and a pay estimate for quarry work totaling $619,582.29. The Board also agreed on a new fee schedule for Trout Lake Park and scheduled several public hearings for April and May 2024.

• Approved 13-item consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved bid award for Sundale/Old Hwy 8 to Midway Underground
• Approved Pay Estimate 2 for quarry work totaling $619,582.29
• Agreed on new Trout Lake Park fee schedule
• Scheduled public hearing for speed limit ordinance on May 7
• Scheduled public hearing for surplus property disposal on April 30
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants totaling $201,956.38
• Cancelled workshop scheduled for April 11

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

The Board approved a series of contracts, personnel authorizations, and board reappointments via a consent agenda. They also authorized a final payment for the county jail re-roofing project and approved a boundary line adjustment. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to public comment regarding the Klickitat County Jail.

• Approved Boundary Line Adjustment BLA2023-17 (Unanimous)
• Approved 12-item Consent Agenda (Unanimous), including a $23,736 contract for Superior Court ceiling work
• Approved $1,954.23 for a Sheriff's Department card printer (Unanimous)
• Approved $309,113.63 in Accounts Payable Warrants (Unanimous)
• Approved $24,725.00 final pay estimate for Jail Re-Roofing project (Unanimous)
• Reappointed Daniel Andrews and Loren Meagher to the Noxious Weed Control Board (Unanimous)
• Authorized advertising for vacant Maintenance Technician and Flagger positions (Unanimous)
• Approved contract with Flo Analytics to reconcile 8 precincts (Unanimous)

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)

The Board approved directing staff to negotiate with NORCOR for jail services and to remove jail services from the Sheriff's department. Staff were authorized to negotiate with the cities of White Salmon, Bingen, and Goldendale and to prepare a supplemental budget. The board intends to close the jail no later than April 12, 2024.

• Approved directing staff to negotiate with NORCOR for jail services (M/Zoller, S/Anderson, Nay/Christopher)
• Authorized negotiations with cities of White Salmon, Bingen, and Goldendale for jail services (M/Zoller, S/Anderson, Nay/Christopher)
• Directed staff to prepare a supplemental budget removing the Jail sub department (M/Zoller, S/Anderson, Nay/Christopher)
• Directed staff to remove jail services from the Sheriff's department and present a transition plan by April 2, 2024 (M/Zoller, S/Anderson, Nay/Christopher)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved a consent agenda featuring several public works contracts and appointments. The Board also authorized payroll and accounts payable warrants totaling over $1.4 million and approved a limited contract for precinct redistricting analytics.

• Approved $327,369.00 annual striping contract with Stripe Rite, Inc
• Approved $445,893.00 liquid asphalt bid from Ergon Asphalt & Emulsions
• Approved $184,330.20 bid to CH Urness Motor Company for four pickup trucks
• Approved $1,166,469.95 in payroll/benefit warrants and $289,527.27 in accounts payable
• Approved contract with Flo Analytics for Auditor's office not to exceed $2,100
• Denied fee waiver request from Home and Garden show for fairgrounds
• Approved appointment of Theresa Van Pelt to Developmental Disability Advisory Board
• Rescinded Emergency Declaration for January 2024 winter storm (Res. 03924)

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

The Board approved a franchise agreement with KLICK Networks, LLC and a short plat for Juris Properties, LLC. The Board also approved a 14-item consent agenda covering emergency radio repairs, personnel authorizations, and courthouse HVAC replacement.

• Approved franchise agreement (C04524) with KLICK Networks, LLC
• Approved Short Plat SPL2023-13 for Juris Properties, LLC
• Approved $81,203.35 HVAC replacement contract for County Courthouse
• Approved $598,475.77 pay estimate for quarry crushing
• Approved $773,706.79 in accounts payable warrants
• Approved 14-item consent agenda including radio system repairs and personnel hiring
• Approved formation of a coalition to propose cellular service for underserved communities
• Remanded bids for Sundale/Old Hwy 8 reconstruction, pickup trucks, and liquid asphalt to Public Works for review

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved two 2021 building code updates (Title 15 and Title 16) and a consent agenda of eight items, including a Behavioral Health agreement and a landfill gas funding agreement. A motion to impose a moratorium on zoning changes in the Snowden area failed, with Commissioner Anderson and Commissioner Zoller voting no. The Board agreed to schedule a workshop on the Comprehensive Plan. Routine approvals included meeting minutes, warrants, and personnel authorizations.

• Approved Title 15 building code update (2021 cycle) with removal of sections 15.30 and 15.13 (unanimous)
• Approved Title 16 building code update to reflect 2021 code cycle (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda with eight items (unanimous)
• Approved February 20 and February 27, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $186,039.59 and Payroll/Benefit Warrants of $854,549.08 (Christopher abstained)
• Motion to impose moratorium on zoning changes in Townships Ranges 3-11 and 4-11 (Snowden area) failed (Yea: Christopher; Nay: Anderson, Zoller)
• Agreed to schedule a workshop to discuss the Comprehensive Plan
• Approved advertising for vacant positions: Legal Admin Assistant I/II, Office Manager I, and two full-time Transportation Drivers

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

The Board of County Commissioners continued public hearings for building codes Title 15 and Title 16 to allow for further written testimony and staff revisions. The Board also approved a consent agenda including several contracts and appointments, and authorized payments totaling $118,586.83.

• Approved consent agenda including Civic Plus contract and Fastnet Billing agreement
• Appointed Daniel McDonald to Klickitat Citizens Review Committee
• Appointed Rod Smith to the Civil Service Commission
• Approved revised HR organizational chart adding an IT Systems Administrator I position
• Approved $729,048.58 for 2023 Road Project CRP373 Bickleton Hwy force costs
• Approved $118,586.83 in Accounts Payable Warrants
• Continued Title 15 building code public hearing; oral testimony closed, written open until Friday
• Continued Title 16 building code public hearing; oral testimony closed, written open until Friday

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved a 13-item consent agenda that includes advertising for bids on the Sundale/Old Hwy 8 Project (CRP 359), estimated between $3,000,000 and $5,500,000, and authorizing purchases of sheriff vehicles and road department trucks. The Board also approved a Letter of Commitment for the Columbia Gorge Regional Airport T-Hangar project on a 2-1 vote, with Commissioner Christopher voting nay. Other actions included signing a Letter of Support for Skyline Health's funding request, appointing Rod Smith to the Civil Service Commission, and reappointing Kathryn Corson to the Klickitat Skamania Developmental Disabilities Board. The Board reached consensus to use Fund Balance money to replace a clarifier and to sign a Letter of Support for an NRCS grant application related to the Newell Road Fire.

• Approved consent agenda with 13 items, including advertising Sundale/Old Hwy 8 Project (CRP 359) with engineer's estimate $3,000,000-$5,500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Letter of Commitment for Columbia Gorge Regional Airport T-Hangar project (2-1, Christopher nay)
• Approved signing Letter of Support for Skyline Health's Community Project funding request (unanimous)
• Appointed Rod Smith to Civil Service Commission representing Commissioner District No. 3 (unanimous)
• Reappointed Kathryn Corson to Klickitat Skamania Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $126,506.32 and Payroll/Benefit Warrants of $1,196,826.68 (unanimous)
• Consensus to use Fund Balance money to replace clarifier
• Consensus to sign Letter of Support for NRCS Grant Application for Newell Road Fire residents

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

The Board approved the Title 12 Road Standards and a $212,591.85 contract for the Superior Court remodel. Several tourism promotion agreements were approved for local organizations, and the Board authorized over $443,000 in warrants.

• Approved Title 12 Road Standards (unanimous)
• Approved $212,591.85 Superior Court Remodel contract with Prime Interiors (unanimous)
• Approved $443,085.40 in Accounts Payable Warrants (unanimous)
• Approved tourism contracts for Greater Goldendale Area Chamber ($58,324) and Mt. Adams Chamber ($60,995) (unanimous)
• Approved tourism contracts for ABATE of Washington ($6,662), Alder Creek Pioneer Association ($3,900), Klickitat County Fair Board ($3,000), and Glenwood Rodeo Association ($3,000) (unanimous)
• Approved $30,355.66 final pay estimate for Curve Warning Signs & Guideposts (unanimous)
• Remanded 2024 Annual Striping Program bids to Public Works for final decision (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of one fleet vehicle to the Code Compliance Department (verbal)

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

The Board approved over $1.3 million in payroll and accounts payable warrants and awarded lodging tax revenues to several local chambers and associations. The Board also authorized several public works projects and appointed members to county boards and commissions.

• Approved $420,510.74 in accounts payable and $917,957.74 in payroll/benefit warrants
• Awarded lodging tax revenues to Goldendale Area Chamber ($58,324), Mt. Adams Chamber ($60,995), Alder Creek Rodeo ($3,900), Glenwood Rodeo ($3,000), ABATE of Washington ($6,662), Fair Board ($3,000), and Economic Development Dept ($14,119)
• Approved Public Works projects for Safety Plan Update, White Plastic Edge Lines, and Curve Warning Signs/Guide Posts
• Approved Small Works Contract (C02124) for Pioneer Center HVAC Replacement with A&E Heating and Air
• Appointed Sunday Sutton (Senior Services Advisory Board), Andy VanLaar (Planning Commission), Daniel McDonald (Citizens Review Committee), and Abby Brandt Whalin (Developmental Disability Advisory Board)
• Reverted Klick Networks, LLC Franchise Agreement to Public Works for verbiage adjustments
• Approved transferring previous years' meeting recordings to a YouTube channel to save website space
• Authorized advertising for vacant Public Works Equipment Supervisor, Auditor's Elections Clerical Admin II, and Public Health Clerical Admin III positions

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved a Cayenta contract and related professional services agreement, declared an emergency for Klickitat County schools due to a winter storm, and approved a professional services contract for conflict attorneys. They also made several board appointments, approved a letter of support for the White Salmon Pool District, and agreed to postpone HVAC replacement to fund a jail generator. Most items passed unanimously, with one contract approved 2-1.

• Approved Cayenta Contract, Professional Services Agreement, Statement of Work, and Cloud Services Subscription Agreement (C01824) (unanimous)
• Approved TDA, CPA contract (C01724) with Klickitat County (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 01724 declaring an emergency for Klickitat County Schools due to winter storm (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Contract with Law Offices of Christopher R. Lanz and Lori L. Hoctor for Conflict Attorney Administrators (2-1, Anderson nay)
• Approved appointment of Dan McDonald to Citizens Review Committee, replacing Kelly Clothier (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Andy VanLaar to Planning Commission District No. 1 Position No. 2 (unanimous)
• Approved appointment of Sunday Sutton to Senior Services Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for White Salmon Pool District Capital Budget request (unanimous)

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

The Klickitat County Board of Commissioners met Jan. 30, 2024 with Chairman Lori Zoller absent; Commissioners Jacob Anderson and Dan Christopher were present. The Board approved its business agenda and an 18-item consent agenda, pulling items 5, 6 and 9 to be held over to the February 6, 2024 meeting. It approved accounts payable and payroll warrants and a $70,377.74 pay estimate to Hale Construction NW for the Fairgrounds Sale Barn project. Public comments covered the KLICK Networks franchise agreement, Snowden-area rezoning, and the James Dean Overlay proposal; no decisions on those items are recorded in these minutes.

• Approved business agenda, pulling items 5, 6 and 9 to Feb. 6, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved 18-item consent agenda, with items 5, 6 and 9 held to Feb. 6, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants $46,994.55 and payroll warrants $1,199,308.46 for date ending Jan. 29, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved accounts payable warrants $171,525.67 and payroll warrants $0.00 for date ending Jan. 30, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 to Hale Construction NW: $65,228.15 with $3,433.06 retainage and $5,149.59 sales tax, total $70,377.74, for Fairgrounds Sale Barn project (unanimous)
• Approved recess for lunch at 11:27 AM (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment; no workshop Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024 (unanimous)

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

The Board of County Commissioners approved three batches of accounts payable warrants totaling $975,202.99, plus a $188,372.72 pay estimate for curve warning signs and guideposts. Commissioners also approved closing the West District Court petty cash fund, appointed Patrick Hayden to the Klickitat County Technical Committee Board, and agreed to record Thursday workshops and post them on Zoom. Several items were only discussed or referred to future workshops, including a fire management plan permit policy, Title 12 road standards, a nuisance ordinance, and the Dallesport Wastewater Plant PUD budget.

• Approved Consent Agenda including Resolution No. 00224 closing West District Court petty cash fund (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $555,064.17 for date ending Jan 16, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $345,301.03 for date ending Jan 22, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Accounts Payable Warrants of $74,837.79 for date ending Jan 23, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate #1 for Curve Warning Signs & Guideposts, CRP 371, $188,372.72 (unanimous)
• Approved recording all Thursday Workshops and making them available on Zoom (unanimous)
• Appointed Patrick Hayden to Klickitat County Technical Committee Board (unanimous)
• Recessed to workshop Jan 25, 2024 at 9:00 AM (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Klickitat County Commissioners approved a 2024-2025 janitorial services contract with Mountaindale Maintenance for the Annex 4, Goldendale Shop, and County Services Building. They also approved Resolution No. 00124 amending the sale of certain tax title properties by public auction, and appointed or reappointed several individuals to county boards and commissions. Two appointments drew split votes: Ian Perry to the Civil Service Commission District No. 3 and Russel Hanson to District No. 2, both with Commissioner Christopher voting no.

• Approved Small Works Contract (C01024) with Mountaindale Maintenance for 2024-2025 janitorial services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 00124 amending the sale of certain tax title properties by public auction (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Columbia Cascade Housing Corporation's Housing Preservation Program application regarding Pueblo Del Rio (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 3 and Final for Satus Pass Radio Site Tower Project, $28,695.75 (unanimous)
• Approved Pay Estimate 3 and Final for Satus Pass Radio Site Equipment Installation, $12,688.88 (unanimous)
• Appointed Ian Perry to Civil Service Commission District No. 3 (2-1, Christopher no)
• Reappointed Russel Hanson to Civil Service Commission District No. 2 (2-1, Christopher no)
• Appointed Matt Chiles to Planning Commission District No. 3 (2-1, Zoller no)

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

The Board approved a consent agenda including an archaeological services agreement and a contract bond release. Commissioners agreed to provide two hours of regular pay to employees who did not receive paid leave for a December 29 closure. The Board also scheduled appointments for vacant county positions for January 16.

• Approved consent agenda including archaeological services agreement with Applied Archeological Research, Inc. (Unanimous)
• Approved final acceptance and release of contract bond for Frank Gurney, Inc. regarding Trout Lake Hwy and Pine Forest Road (Unanimous)
• Approved amended interagency reimbursement agreement with Washington State Administrative Office with the Courts (Unanimous)
• Approved alternative work schedule for Associate Planner Denise Lee (Unanimous)
• Approved 2 hours of regular pay for employees scheduled to work December 29, 2023, who did not receive paid leave
• Decided to advertise vacant Board positions for one more week and appoint on January 16, 2024
• Approved meeting minutes for December 12 and December 19, 2023 (Unanimous)

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

The Board approved two $10,000 support services agreements for economic development and authorized $18,385.58 in accounts payable warrants. Commissioner Anderson was appointed to the Washington Association of Counties Legislative Steering Committee. The Board tabled the filling of vacant board and commission positions.

• Approved $10,000 support services agreement with Greater Goldendale Area Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 support services agreement with Mt. Adams Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Approved $18,385.58 in Accounts Payable Warrants (unanimous)
• Appointed Commissioner Anderson to the Washington Association of Counties Legislative Steering Committee
• Tabled filling of vacant board and commission positions until January 9, 2024