Klickitat County

This document outlines a conceptual framework for water management strategies within the WRIA 30 Klickitat River Watershed. It evaluates existing water banking programs and proposes a Water Exchange Program to address water supply issues and demands. Key goals include establishing a centralized information resource center, creating a water market, streamlining water right transfer processes, promoting beneficial use and conservation of water rights, and creating a water bank. The framework aims to protect and facilitate the use of existing surface and groundwater rights.

The meeting included updates on measles cases in Washington State and across the country, as well as changes for COVID-19 vaccines at the federal level. An overview of the 988 system in Washington State was presented, including data for Klickitat County's 988 volume. There was a discussion regarding employees, staffing roles, and support crisis services in the county. The approval of the 2025 Federal Poverty Level Fee Schedule was also on the agenda. Public Health's efforts in promoting 988 across the county were highlighted.

The meeting included a department update from the Treasurer regarding a surplus sale planned for May, featuring items including soil from the Columbia Gorge airport. There was discussion about the logistics of the sale, including setting a minimum bid and how the funds would be managed and distributed to the city. The commissioners also proclaimed National Volunteer Week and Eric Brian Johnson Day. Additionally, there was an update from the Klickitat and Skamania County Developmental Disability Advisory Board, focusing on their activities and the need for new members.

The workshop focused on the 2021 budget and preparation for the 2022 budget process. Key discussion points included the landfill revenues, historical data, and the allocation of funds. The board reviewed a graph of landfill revenues from 2011 to 2020, and discussed the allocation of landfill revenue, the impact of COVID-19 on expenses, and the potential use of American Rescue Plan funds.

The meeting included discussions on a Fairgrounds partial fee waiver request from the rodeo Bible camp, a supplemental agreement with Felton fire services for inspections, and a letter of support for the Washington State historic County Courthouse Rehabilitation grant program. Updates were provided on construction projects, including the Courtney Road project and the Roosevelt grade Paving project. The annual striping was discussed, as well as the Courthouse parking lots. The board also talked about bridge call for projects and FEMA.