2023-11-22 Directors UpdateDirectors’ Update
November 22, 2023
9 a.m.
Present: Commissioner Brummer, Commissioner Pollock, County Manager Ryan Barrett, BJ Kuykendall,
Becky Butler, Shawn Kyes, Doug Carey, Lee Napier, Eric Eisenberg, Meja Handlen, Kevin Engelbertson,
Wes Rethwill, Alex Murray, Daleyn Coleman, Grace Jimenez, Graham Gowing, Linda Mastin, Charles
Edmonson, Rudy Rodriguez, Theresa Ramsey, Coleman Rogers
Guest(s): Patty Howard
Recorder: Tammy Martin
Public comment: None.
Commissioner Pollock made a motion to add interim shelter to the agenda. Commissioner Brummer
seconded. Motion passed 2-0.
Resolutions
Shawn Keyes discussed the proposed acquisition of additional right of way for Shorey Road Bank
Stabilization M.P. 0.598.
Lee Napier discussed the adoption of a Categorized Schedule of Fees effective January 1, 2024.
Undersheriff Wes Rethwill discussed a resolution amending Resolution 08-201 to Establish the Rate of
Pay for the Director of Property Management.
Shawn Kyes discussed a hearing resolution to approve a non-exclusive franchise renewal to Bavarian
Retreat Homeowners Association for the installation, construction, operation, and maintenance of
water facilities within specific rights-of-way of unincorporated Lewis County.
Shawn Kyes discussed a hearing resolution to approve a non-exclusive franchise renewal to Lakeview
Terrace Water Association for the installation, construction, operation, and maintenance of water
facilities within specific rights-of-way of unincorporated Lewis County.
Commissioner Pollock made a motion to approve moving two consent items, three deliberation items
and two hearings to the Nov. 28, 2023, BOCC Business Meeting. Commissioner Brummer seconded.
Motion passed 2-0.
Eric Eisenberg said there has been a setback with the interim shelter. There were issues with completing
the paperwork by the state. This created a delay in project completion. Eric has reached out to key
users of the interim shelter about the delay in the timeline. The City of Centralia will extend their
month-to-month lease.
Lee Napier discussed the upcoming Tour of Lights holiday decorating competition.
Eric Eisenberg discussed the rural housing alternative discussion at the Olympia Master Builders’
presentation. Eric said more discussion is planned. The concern is how likely there would be truly low-
cost, good quality affordable housing.
BJ said Rose Park is closed for the winter. BJ said the fair received a grant in the amount of $237,500 for
the 4-H barn. This will replace the roof and trusses as needed.
Becky Butler said a public, informational Budget Meeting was held Nov. 21. She said final decisions will
be sent to the Board for adoption of the levies on Dec. 4.
Shawn Kyes said there were several bids for Centralia Alpha.
Doug Carey said the parking lot project is wrapping up and should take pressure of the other lots soon.
Abatement bids were received for the interim shelter.
Meja Handlen said the Untied Way Auction is under way. Meja also said Drug Court is having their
auction Dec. 11.
Newly-hired county nurse Theresa Ramsey introduced herself.
Alex Murray said most of the heating issues have been resolved. Alex said the snow crew has been
established. Alex said Christmas trees are in process of being acquired for the holiday season.
Daleyn Coleman said open enrollment ends Nov. 30, 2023.
Announcements: None.
Calendar Discussion: Commissioner Pollock and Commissioner Brummer said they would be in the office
the weeks of Christmas and New Year.
Meeting adjourned at 9:53 a.m.