Tuesday Public Meeting - 06.30.2026

The Cowlitz County Commissioners held a public meeting on June 30, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement activity involved the award of a construction contract for the Dyke Road Reconstruction Phase 2 project. The county received 11 bids ranging from approximately $3.6 million to $5 million, with the winning bid coming in significantly lower than the engineer's estimate due to local vendor advantages and material cost differences. The commissioners approved the contract award, noting the inclusion of an apprenticeship utilization requirement due to the project's size. Additionally, the board approved a consent agenda that included a funding agreement with the County Road Administration Board for the Coal Creek Road Improvement Project and vouchers totaling over $4.2 million. The meeting also addressed a proposed 3% fee increase plus a $10 technology fee for building and planning services to cover staffing and operational costs, which was approved after public discussion about the impact of fees on homeowners and developers. No other procurement actions were taken during the meeting.