Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Don Sims’s organization
Jul 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Walla Walla County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board held a regular session during which they addressed various administrative and fiscal matters. Key actions included the approval of vouchers and electronic payments, the scheduling of public hearings regarding the 2026 County Comprehensive Plan and the declaration of surplus equipment, and the award of the Wallula Bridge Project bid. The Board also approved a service agreement with the Walla Walla Housing Authority for permanent supportive housing, authorized an early step increase for an Assistant Planner, and executed a Memorandum of Agreement with the local employees' union. Additionally, the Board reviewed payroll action forms and discussed budgeting parameters for salary increases.
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The Board of County Commissioners addressed a wide range of operational and administrative items. Key actions included approving various interagency agreements for juvenile court programs and homeland security grants, authorizing travel for county employees, and setting funding for economic development projects, including infrastructure improvements. The board reviewed and approved contracts for E911 operations and Sheriff's office wellness programs, adjusted equipment rental rates for county vehicles, and reviewed job descriptions for public works and facilities staff. Additionally, the commissioners conducted public hearings on the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program, approved road use for a half-marathon, and opened bids for the Wallula Bridge project.
Jul 6, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Walla Walla County Board of Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board approved several hiring freeze exception requests for various county departments, including Fairgrounds, Community Health, and Court Services. Financial actions included reviewing vouchers and payments, authorizing a letter of support for a Valley Transit grant, and approving a National Purchasing Cooperative Interlocal Agreement with Buy Board. The Board also addressed public hearing requests regarding irrigation and wastewater system franchises, and discussed support for an aquatic ecosystem restoration plan. Additionally, they appointed a member to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee, approved a contract amendment with the Department of Corrections, and reviewed an early step increase for a District Court employee. A public hearing date was set for the renewal of a sales and use tax, and an executive session was held to discuss litigation.
Jun 22, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Walla Walla County Commissioners Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board discussed and approved several items, including a hiring freeze exception for maintenance technicians and a request for grant contract signature authority for the interim fair manager. Financial actions included the approval of county vouchers and warrants, as well as the appointment of an Equipment Rental & Revolving Fund Administrator. The Board also set a future public hearing date for the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program and reviewed job descriptions for facilities maintenance positions. A closed session was held regarding collective bargaining. Additionally, the Board authorized an amendment to a Memorandum of Understanding for the Wine Valley Planned Unit Development and issued a letter of support for a county courthouse rehabilitation grant application.
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