2023-06-21 ESC Directors UpdateESC / Directors’ Update
June 21, 2023
9:01 a.m.
Present: Commissioner Swope, Commissioner Brummer, Commissioner Pollock, Interim County Manager
Steve Wohld , Mindy Brooks, Amber Smith, Lee Napier, Josh Metcalf, Doug Carey, Alex Murray, BJ
Kuykendall, Jenn Libby-Jones, Nic Scot, Mat Jaeger, Stephanie Miller, Violet Barboza, Becky Butler, Meja
Handlen, Casey Mauermann, Grace Jimenez, Marni Larson, Michelle Sabin, Sarah Hensley, Sara
Heinricher, Sherri Dokken, Tom Stanton, Vanessa Ruelas, Undersheriff Wes Rethwill, Tammy Mar�n, Kate
Chaterton, Gary Fredricks
Guest(s): Paty Howard, uniden�fied guests
Recorder: Rieva Lester
Public comment: None.
ESC
Countywide no�fica�on system: Mat Jaeger discussed purchasing a countywide no�fica�on system for
safety.
Electeds' roundtable / announcements
DIRECTORS’ UPDATE
Mindy Brooks discussed a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Lewis County Comprehensive Plan Periodic
Update.
Josh Metcalf discussed a resolu�on to authorize a contract between Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of
Governments (CWCOG) and Lewis County for costs of transporta�on planning work performed.
Doug Carey, Steve Wohld and BJ Kuykendall discussed a resolu�on to award contract for the Fairgrounds
Park Water System Rehabilita�on Project.
BJ Kuykendall discussed a resolu�on to authorize addi�onal funds to the Parks & Recrea�on Department
Revolving Account for star�ng cash change for events.
BJ Kuykendall discussed a resolu�on regarding Funds Transfer to Parks and Recrea�on Department
revolving working account.
Jenn Libby-Jones discussed a resolu�on to approve SECO Coordinator Professional Development (CPD)
Contract No. E24-027.
Jenn Libby-Jones discussed a resolu�on to list the proposals received and contractor selected for the VHF
Radio Engineering Study ARPA project.
Lee Napier discussed a resolu�on to approve Director of Community Development to enter into an
agreement with Washington State Conserva�on Commission for the purpose of funding to the County
for the Voluntary Stewardship Program (VSP).
Lee Napier discussed a resolu�on to approve an Interlocal Agreement (ILA) between Lewis Conserva�on
District and Lewis County for technical assistance to the County to implement the Voluntary Stewardship
Program (VSP).
Commissioner Pollock made a mo�on to move one no�ce item, two consent items and eight
delibera�on items to the Tuesday, June 27, 2023, BOCC Business Mee�ng agenda. Commissioner
Brummer seconded. Mo�on passed 3-0.
Rieva Lester noted that there will be two late adds for road vaca�on hearings.
Wednesday Workshop
Renaming overlook in Commissioner Stamper’s honor: Commissioner Pollock said she will atend the
July 19 Washington State Transporta�on Commitee hearing regarding the county’s request to rename
the overlook in Commissioner Stamper’s honor.
Drug Court vehicle: Stephanie Miller discussed a vehicle Superior Court would like to use for Drug Court.
Josh Metcalf noted it will be a low-cost op�on.
Commissioner Brummer made a mo�on to approve the purchase of the Drug Court vehicle as
requested. Commissioner Pollock seconded. Mo�on passed 3-0.
Vader updates: Josh Metcalf provided updates on the Vader Water system and Annonen Road.
Public Works refreshments: The group discussed a recent Public Works ribbon-cu�ng event for which
refreshments were purchased at a cost of $113.82, an amount that would require BOCC approval – as
per sec�on 8.5.3 of the Employee Handbook – because it exceeds the $100 allotment.
Commissioner Brummer made a mo�on to approve the overage for the refreshments for the ribbon-
cu�ng event, the total for which was $113.82. Commissioner Pollock seconded. Mo�on passed 3-0.
Announcements / new business
Atendees provided office / department updates.
Josh Metcalf said airport master plan mee�ngs are planned for July 11 (East County airport) and July 12
(Toledo airport).
Doug Carey said the Sheriff substa�on building has been ordered and that the county has submited its
paperwork for permits.
BJ Kuykendall discussed rodeo sponsorships.
Becky Butler discussed the process for the use of opioid setlement funds. The commissioners said the
approvals could be routed through the Public Health and Social Services director.
Becky and Josh Metcalf urged offices and departments reach out when using federal funds to ensure the
money is tracked and used appropriately.
Meja Handlen said 21 dogs were adopted during the shelter’s recent adop�on event.
Mee�ng ended at 10:30 a.m.