City of Asotin

The meeting included discussions regarding the revocation of a business license for DaBella/Reeves LLC, where the representative was directed to provide additional documentation for review. The council addressed public works improvements, including site maintenance and school zone safety lighting updates. Additionally, the council voted to table a proposed ordinance regarding municipal code amendments for grading and held an executive session to discuss litigation, with a requirement for the business representative to return with specific operational information and background clearance details at a subsequent session.

The council meeting addressed various administrative and municipal matters, including the review and approval of payroll and expense claims. Discussions covered granting permission for the 2026 Fair and Carnival, processing business licenses, and reviewing an extension request for project representatives. The meeting also included status updates on public infrastructure projects such as the welcome sign restoration, bridge lighting, and school crosswalk improvements. Additionally, the council received committee reports on legislative updates and local health board activities, authorized liquor permits for the upcoming fair, and held an executive session to discuss litigation.

The City Council Meeting addressed several operational items. Key discussions included how to present new business applications to the council, with a consensus to include copies in the meeting packets. The Police Department report detailed activities such as local first responders' training, assistance with a murder trial, drug seizures, fraud investigations requiring warrants, and a review of legislation concerning reserve officers. The Fire Department confirmed the 6-wheeler equipment is fully operational. Council members raised questions concerning HB 2489 regarding the homeless population and the potential acquisition of the old health district building. A resolution was passed amending a prior resolution regarding the rate increase for the Interlocal Law Enforcement Services Agreement.

The meeting commenced with the Mayor-Pro Tem calling the meeting to order, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and the swearing-in of three Council Members. Key discussions included updates from the Police Department regarding six vicious dog reports since the start of 2026 and growing concerns over drug-related incidents in the area, as well as setting up an interview for a Reserve Officer position. Council communications addressed discussions about potential additional mini round-a-bouts in Clarkston and concerns raised regarding recent notices for increases in water/sewer charges, including a suggestion to offer a sewer plant tour. The Council conducted second readings and passed two ordinances: Ordinance #2025-907 amending sewer rates and charges, and Ordinance #2025-908 amending minimum and excess water rates and fees. The meeting adjourned at 5:54 PM.

The meeting commenced with a call to order and the pledge of allegiance. The agenda was amended to include Resolution 2026-758 concerning a Prosecutor Agreement. The Consent Calendar, which included approval of minutes from the previous meeting, payroll, and expense claims, was approved. Under department reports, the Police Department provided a brief overview of its extensive 2025 report, covering citations and arrests. The Mayor reported that the school light is being fixed and that two staff members passed their WWTP Certification. A key action was the approval of Resolution 2026-758, which amends the Prosecution Service Agreement to allow for a rate increase for 2026. The Clerk's report noted that DeBella Roofing Company is scheduled to attend the next meeting regarding a business license revocation.