Kenny Simpson

The agenda for the meeting includes discussions on Ordinance 1197 regarding an update to the city speed limit and two resolutions, including an interlocal agreement between Toledo and Winlock for the provision of treasurer services. Additionally, the meeting will feature a presentation from Clear Risk on roles and responsibilities training and a workshop focused on council policies and procedures.

The meeting agenda included routine items such as department reports, committee reports, and public comments. Key items for discussion and action involved resident Linda Carter regarding park charges for non-residents, the selection of a mayor pro-tem, and first readings for Ordinance 1195 concerning accepting a donation of a new computer, and Ordinance 1196 regarding interim zoning. Old business involved the second reading of Ordinance 1194 concerning bonding for city officials. The consent agenda included approval of vouchers totaling $157,246.70.

The meeting agenda included standard order of business such as determination of quorum, flag salute, and approval of the agenda. Key discussion topics for reports included updates from the Police Department, Water/Sewer Department, Community Development, City Treasurer, and Grants. Items for specific discussion involved the First Street implementation for Flags for Winlock, stormwater draining concerning Southeast First Street, Ordinance 1194 regarding bonding for City Officials, and a request for authorized financial institutions signatory updates. The consent agenda covered approval of payroll and vouchers for December 2025 and January 2026.

The City of Winlock's Comprehensive Plan outlines the community's goals to guide development and future growth over the next 20 years. It focuses on key areas including land use, housing, capital facilities, utilities, transportation, shoreline management, essential public facilities, tribal planning, climate change & resiliency, economic development, and parks & recreation. The plan aims to foster a sustainable jobs base, revitalize the downtown area, ensure adequate and diverse housing, and build a resilient community by integrating economic, environmental, and social co-benefits, while preserving the city's historical character and small-town atmosphere.

The regular meeting included an Executive Session to discuss potential litigation, after which the agenda was amended to add a resolution regarding the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Policy. Old business involved an update on the Jones Road realtor communication. Council comments touched upon the Boundary Review Board progress, updates on Community Building windows, and appreciation for community collaboration during a local event. The Police Department monthly call report for July 2023 was reviewed, and the City Clerk reported receiving grant funding for archive work. Public comments included a report of a fall incident at E Walnut St. Key agenda items included approving a bid request for generators and diesel storage containers for the Eureka 1 and 505 wells, approving the hiring of a new Police Officer, approving the Comprehensive Plan/Development Code Grant Availability, setting a Public Hearing for Annexation on September 8, 2023, approving the surplus of a 1993 F350 Ford Pickup, approving the Winlock Municipal Court Public Defender Agreement, allowing movement forward on Abatement Litigation, and approving the Interlocal Agreement with Toledo Municipal Courts. The meeting concluded with the adoption of Resolution 2023-07, the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Policy.