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August 10, 2026
9 a.m.
Present: Commissioner Pollock, Commissioner Brummer, Commissioner Swope, County Manager Ryan
Barrett, Becky Butler, Matt Patana, George Dodd, Geoff Soderquist
Guest(s): None
Recorder: Tammy Martin
Public comment: None.
Agenda change: Commissioner Brummer made a motion to add SWWF advertising and sponsorship to
the agenda. Commissioner Swope seconded. Motion passed 3-0.
Letter of support: Commissioner Brummer discussed a letter of support request for Gifford Pinchot. All
three commissioners offered their support regarding designation of the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District
under the Healthy Forests Restoration Act (HFRA).
Resolution 26-264: Commissioner Brummer made a motion to approve Resolution 26-264: Approve a
construction grant between the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Lewis County for the
construction of an Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS). Commissioner Swope seconded.
Motion passed 3-0.
Becky Butler would like to coordinate surprise fire drills for the Historic Courthouse. This will involve 911
and local first responders.
SWWF advertising and sponsorship: Commissioner Brummer said two political candidates have asked
to purchase sponsorship at the fair. Commissioner Brummer directed fair staff to inform the entities
that fair and rodeo policy does not allow for political advertisement. Ryan Barrett said that individuals
using just their personal names, without election information, are acceptable. Commissioner Brummer
stated he was not in agreement with the decision. Commissioner Pollock noted the need for a formal
policy going forward.
Correspondence: Commissioner Swope said WSU changed the times for its director candidate
interviews. Ryan Barrett said the cooler at the L & J Building has not been functioning and is and is a top
priority to get fixed.
Meeting adjourned at 9:19 a.m.