Tuesday Public Meeting - 08.04.2026

The Cowlitz County Commissioners held a public meeting on August 4, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of Amendment No. 7 to the professional services agreement with RH2 Engineering for the Shadow Mountain reservoir project, increasing the contract amount to $636,489. A bid award was approved for Western United Civil Group for $167,700 to repair a head wall. The commissioners also approved the 2026-2027 budget for the Southwest Washington Regional Airport, which includes a $5.49 million runway and lighting rehabilitation project primarily funded by a $4.7 million FAA grant, with a local match of $150,000. Additionally, a five-year agreement was signed for an annual car show event at the airport to generate revenue. A contract with the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services was approved for $2.7 million to fund developmental disability services in the county, with oversight mechanisms discussed to ensure proper use of funds. The meeting also included updates on crisis care continuum services and upcoming county events.