Tuesday Public Meeting - 08.25.2026

The Cowlitz County Commissioners held a public meeting on August 25, 2026, where they addressed several procurement and budget-related items. Key discussions included approval of an amendment to a personal service agreement with PBS Engineering and Environmental LLC, increasing the contract amount to $360,210 for updated surface emissions monitoring at the county landfill due to new state regulations. They also approved an increase of $135,000 to the contract with OTCH for the Allander Road bridge replacement project, funded by federal reimbursements. Additionally, the commissioners reviewed a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the KZ County Sheriff Deputies and Sergeants Guild, covering wage increases totaling 13% over three years and other operational provisions aimed at recruitment and retention. The meeting included concerns about budget impacts and contract cost transparency. Other agenda items involved maintenance agreements for noxious weed control and correspondence related to local boards. No new procurement vehicles or policy changes were reported.