City of Elma

The council meeting agenda includes a presentation of the Port of Grays Harbor Annual Report. New business topics consist of a Pride Month Proclamation, discussion and action regarding downtown stamped concrete, and the downtown streetscape enhancement project. Old business includes a discussion and action regarding the policy for the use of artificial intelligence. Additionally, the meeting features reports from various municipal committees, department staff, and community partners, as well as an executive session.

The meeting agenda includes the review and approval of the April Treasurer's Report and accounts payable. New business items cover the authorization of a change fund and an emergency ordinance waiving competitive bidding. The council will discuss an artificial intelligence use policy and the schedule for upcoming meetings. Staff reports are scheduled from the Police Chief, Clerk-Treasurer, Public Works Director, Community Development Director, City Attorney, and Court Administrator. Additionally, the council will hold an executive session for labor negotiations.

The council meeting addressed several operational items including the rededication of a historical plaque and a presentation from the local fire and rescue department. New business included the extension of an on-call services contract with BHC Consultants, the issuance of a proclamation for Autism Acceptance Month, the approval of the PowerDMS system for the police department to improve policy management and training, and the establishment of a new Standard Operating Procedure for modifying speed limits on city streets. Additionally, the council passed a resolution to surplus obsolete Glock 22 pistols, authorizing their sale to department personnel or a licensed firearms dealer.

The council meeting agenda includes presentations regarding the rededication of a plaque for World War I soldiers and sailors, as well as a report from East Grays Harbor Fire and Rescue. New business items involve the discussion and potential action on a BHC on-call services contract extension, the issuance of a proclamation for Autism Acceptance Month, the implementation of Power DMS for the police department, and the establishment of a speed limit standard operating procedure. Additionally, the council will consider the surplus of Glock 22 firearms through a formal resolution.

The meeting agenda included the Oath of Office presentation for Councilmember Cristelli. Key discussions and actions under New Business involved the GGH Services Agreement, the GH Search and Rescue Request for repurposing the former Police Department building, the 2026 A2Z Janitor Contract, change orders related to the Elma Theatre Demo for tank removal and soil testing (Montrose Task Order #1), and several TIB Grant Agreements concerning street maintenance and ADA improvements on Main Street. Other items included the appointment of a Mayor pro tem and Council representatives, and discussion of Council Committees. Ordinance and Resolution RES# 742 regarding the final acceptance of the 316 W Young Project was also slated for discussion.