Cowlitz County Commissioner Open Public Meetings

The Cowlitz County Commissioners held an open public meeting on July 21, 2026, covering several procurement and budget-related topics. Key discussions included a reconveyance related to old CDBG grants requiring homeowners to pay off remaining liens when selling properties, with the program nearing completion by 2028. Public Works reported a pavement overlay project overrun of $20,480.95 due to additional material needs and discussed contract execution for the Dyke Road project. The board also prepared for a public hearing on surplus assets, including vehicles and land parcels, with plans to sell these assets either via auction or real estate agents. Health and Human Services presented an interlocal agreement with the Department of Health for access to tuberculosis medication at no cost. Additionally, the board reviewed federal Title 3 funds allocation requests totaling approximately $34,500 from local fire districts and the sheriff's office, with some requests including drones and specialized rescue equipment. Planning and Building staff discussed ongoing updates to the critical areas ordinance, involving consultant work and agency feedback, recommending continuation of the public hearing to August 11 for further review. No votes or motions were explicitly recorded in the transcript, but several action items related to contract execution, surplus asset sales, and funding allocations were scheduled for upcoming meetings.