# Tuesday Business Meeting - 09.22.2026

The Cowlitz County Commissioners held a business meeting on September 22, 2026, focusing on several infrastructure and environmental projects. Key procurement-related discussions included a proposed $54,005.04 contract for a no-dig pipe lining project on Caples Road to address failing culverts, which would be installed by county forces to extend pipe life by 25 to 50 years. Additionally, the commissioners discussed the early purchase of a used truck for the Equipment & Repair shop, budgeted at $35,000, to be acquired ahead of schedule to save costs. Updates were provided on the Beaver Lake Road easement adjustments and ongoing road construction projects, including coordination for the delivery of large girders for Tower Road. The meeting also covered an upcoming energy audit report for county buildings, with potential grant opportunities for energy efficiency improvements. Environmental efforts were highlighted, including noxious weed control programs funded by state grants, invasive species surveys, and bio-control initiatives, though no direct procurement actions were noted in this area. The board was informed that budget amendments would be processed for the truck purchase, but no formal vote details were recorded in the transcript.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Environment
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Sources
- [Tuesday Business Meeting - 09.22.2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkvVMy7uSCk) - Cowlitz County Commissioners