The council meeting addressed several legislative and financial agenda items. Key topics included the first and second readings of ordinances regarding Ad Valorem Taxes and municipal code amendments for connection and installation fees. Discussions involved multiple interlocal cooperation agreements, including partnerships with Clark County and the Woodland Police Officers' Association regarding promotional evaluations, animal control responsibilities, and school resource officer services. The council also conducted budget presentations for the upcoming fiscal year, covering departments such as public works, police, community development, and lodging tax funds, alongside the review and approval of payment vouchers and warrants.
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Lodging Tax Advisory Committee of the City of Woodland Minutes
The meeting included presentations from various applicants regarding lodging tax funding. The committee reviewed the roles and responsibilities of the advisory board and discussed the 2027 budget for lodging funds, establishing a recommended total award amount. Significant deliberation took place concerning individual funding requests from organizations such as the Downtown Woodland Revitalization, Kelso Longview Chamber of Commerce, Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, Woodland Planters Days, and the Senior Enrichment Group, resulting in a final approved allocation for each entity.
Oct 19, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
City Council of Woodland Regular Meeting
The meeting included a public hearing regarding Ordinance No. 1608 concerning Ad Valorem Taxes and the city's decision not to increase property taxes. Action items addressed included the payoff of the 2017 Fire Station bond, amendments to the municipal code regarding connection and installation fees, corrections to sewer assessment charges, and the authorization of several agreements, including a post-annexation interlocal agreement with Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue, a lease agreement, a professional services agreement for water treatment plant engineering, and MOUs for temporary sergeant assignments. Appointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee were also authorized, and a workshop was held to discuss the Woodland Community Courts & Fitness Project.
Oct 19, 2026·Board meeting
City of Woodland City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council held a regular meeting covering several action items and reports. Key topics included a public hearing on Ad Valorem taxes, reports from standing and advisory committees, and various authorizations. The Council approved the payoff of a Limited Tax General Obligation bond for the fire station, amendments to municipal code regarding connection fees, and corrections to sewer assessment charges. Additionally, the Council authorized agreements for post-annexation services with Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue, lease agreements, appointments to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, and professional services for a water treatment corrosion control study. The meeting also included a workshop discussing the development of a community recreation project involving tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts.
