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A young fearless doe (female deer) in Ike Kinswa State Park, Cowlitz County, Washington State, photographed in 2007.

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Tame Wildlife (no fear)

Just another day at the Lake.

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Mount St Helens showing off a fresh blanket of snow with storm clouds on the horizon and Silver Lake in the foreground.

This is the view from Silver Lake Resort.
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ducks on Silver Lake, WA with Mount St Helens in the background showing off a new blanket of snow

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Cowlitz County HHS says state cuts reduce homeless grant; veterans fund, CDBG income offer local options Health & Human Services reported the state's consolidated homeless grant was amended, reducing the county's two-year award from about $11.7 million by roughly $1.8 million to about $9.8 million; HHS also described a roughly $1,000,000 veterans relief fund balance and a $10,000 CDBG program-income deposit and proposed options for reserving veteran-specific housing units and subsidizing service-animal costs.

Cowlitz County faces a significant reduction of nearly $1.8 million in its homeless grant, but innovative options for veterans and community support are on the table!

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Joint utility asks Cowlitz County to adopt updated pretreatment policy to protect plant and collection systems Joe Jordan, general manager of Turwa, told county commissioners that updated pretreatment limits (based on a Gibson Olson study) establish daily maximums and monthly averages, add VOC discharge 'levels' based on King County guidance, and clarify permitting and right-of-entry language; the county must adopt the update (likely by ordinance) for it to take effect.

Turwa's general manager reveals crucial updates to the pretreatment policy that could reshape wastewater management in Cowlitz County!

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Cowlitz County details costly repairs after plugged leachate line at Headquarters Landfill Public Services Director Mike Moss told commissioners a plugged leachate line forced tanker trucking of roughly 1.7 million gallons off the hill and up to 3 million gallons down to Public Works, with ponds near capacity and repair and trucking costs approaching about $500,000; staff plan vaults, valves and cleanouts to reduce future risk.

Cowlitz County faces a daunting challenge as crews rush to clear a plugged leachate line, with costs soaring toward $500,000 while nearly 3 million gallons of wastewater are transported in tanker trucks!

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Juvenile court seeks extension of intercounty detention contract; commissioners press for cost detail Juvenile Court requested an amendment extending the Columbia County detention contract to May 31, 2028, and increasing the bed rate (presented figures included $1.52→$1.61 for the county contract and a referenced $2.50 state contract); commissioners asked staff to bring full revenue and per‑bed cost figures to evaluate equity.

Cowlitz County's juvenile detention contract is under scrutiny as commissioners demand clarity on costs—will the new rates truly reflect operational realities?

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Volunteer watershed group urges county help to stop Silver Lake’s decline, proposes dredging and management Jeff Curry, chair of the Silver Lake Watershed Advisory Council, told commissioners volunteers have tracked worsening phosphorus, muck and low depth, urged county help for dredging or a county‑chartered lake manager, and said prior grant thresholds and costs have blocked action.

Local volunteers are sounding the alarm as Silver Lake’s recreational charm fades, with urgent calls for county support to combat rising muck and toxic algae threats.

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Cowlitz County commissioners debate cuts, direct public-safety sales-tax proposal to voters 2–1 Facing a multimillion-dollar shortfall in 2027, commissioners discussed property-tax capacity, a behavioral‑health tax, a juvenile-detention tax and two versions of public‑safety sales tax; the board recorded a direction to advance a voted public‑safety sales-tax proposal to the ballot with a 2–1 split.

Cowlitz County is at a crossroads: should voters be asked to approve a public-safety sales tax to bridge a $10.3 million budget gap, or will deep service cuts be the only option?

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County to accept $1.95M commerce grant for Tower Road bridge; auditor outlines ARPA allocations for Exit 21/22 engineering Public works asked commissioners to accept a $1.95 million commerce grant for a permanent Tower Road bridge repair and permission to sign an emergency leachate repair contract; the auditor reported $2.6 million allocated for Exit 21 engineering with roughly $1.8 million remaining and $200,000 proposed to study Exit 22.

Cowlitz County is set to secure a $1.95 million grant for a permanent fix to the Tower Road bridge, while plans for addressing Exit 21 and future overflow at Exit 22 are in motion!

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Medical examiner reports sharper caseload and stronger drug concentrations, seeks PTSD benefits and testing support Cowlitz County’s medical examiner said the office saw 73 more jurisdictional cases in 2025 than in 2024, described heavier call volume and higher toxic drug concentrations, reported new in‑office quantitative testing and noted reimbursement limits and pending state legislation affecting coroners.

Cowlitz County's medical examiner reveals a staggering rise in drug-related cases and alarming shifts in toxic concentrations—what does this mean for public health?

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Cowlitz County reviews water, sewer, stormwater and solid-waste budgets; large reserves and ARPA projects highlighted County finance staff told commissioners the water/sewer operating fund has collected about $2.3 million year to date and that reserve funds, ARPA dollars and grants are supporting several capital projects including pump-station closeouts, a Camelot replacement project and Shadow Mountain extension.

Cowlitz County's finance team unveils impressive reserve funds and ambitious capital projects backed by ARPA dollars—how will this impact your community?

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County officials preview fuel contract execution, engineering consultant agreements and upcoming bids Public works staff said Wilcox & Flagle were the low fuel bidder at $758,000 and recommended contract execution; the board was also briefed on as-needed civil engineering agreements (Apex Companies LLC, NTE $300,000) and a rebid for the Camelot project with an upcoming bid opening.

Cowlitz County is gearing up for major procurement decisions, including a $758,000 fuel contract and exciting updates on the Camelot project!

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Cowlitz County reviews water, sewer, stormwater and solid-waste budgets; reserves, ARPA projects highlighted Officials reviewed operating and reserve balances for water, sewer and solid waste, outlined ARPA- and grant-funded capital projects (including Shadow Mountain and Riderwood), and previewed major solid-waste transfers and equipment needs.

Cowlitz County officials unveiled crucial budget insights on water, sewer, and solid waste, highlighting significant ARPA-funded projects and upcoming financial challenges.

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Our 2nd Annual Little Guy Max & Little Guy Mini Max Meet-Up is happening Memorial Day Weekend and we’d love to see you there!
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Community House asks Cowlitz County for $50,000 to support tenant‑based rental assistance Community House on Broadway presented its annual report, audit plans and TBRA performance data, and requested $50,000 from the county to continue tenant‑based rental assistance; presenters cited 35 households assisted since 2022 and described a strong success rate but commissioners probed eligibility, program limits and legal risk.

Community House on Broadway is seeking $50,000 from Cowlitz County to boost its successful tenant-based rental assistance program, which has already helped 35 households find stability since 2022.

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Residents and commissioners press county on road and bridge maintenance; WSDOT to replace bridge lighting Public commenters and commissioners raised concerns about deteriorating sections of Highway 411, a log jam under the Allen Street Bridge, and debris in Silver Lake; staff said WSDOT will replace lighting on the Peter Crawford Bridge and clarified local versus state responsibility for specific structures.

Local residents are demanding action on hazardous road conditions and bridge debris, while WSDOT plans upgrades to improve safety for pedestrians.

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Cowlitz County schedules public hearing on Ziply Fiber franchise and approves road bids, consent items Cowlitz County commissioners approved the consent agenda, set a March 10 public hearing to consider a nonexclusive Ziply Fiber franchise to install fiber in county rights-of-way, and reviewed multiple road bids and bridge projects; residents raised safety concerns about Highway 411 and a log jam near Allen Street Bridge.

Cowlitz County is set to discuss a new Ziply Fiber franchise that could revolutionize local internet access at a public hearing on March 10!

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Cowlitz County solicits bids for chip seal and Tower Road bridge; accepts sweeper brush purchase Public Works announced multiple calls for bids — chip-seal aggregate and road surfacing materials (bid openings March 2) and the Tower Road bridge replacement at Rock Creek (bid opening March 9; estimated $2.85M funded with ARPA and state commerce earmark) — and awarded sweeper brush assemblies to Ironclad Company for $41,931.88.

Cowlitz County is set to make significant strides with a $97,750 Clean Buildings Performance Grant and multiple major project bids, including the pivotal Tower Road bridge replacement!

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Public works advances Tower Road Bridge bid and secures $97,750 for Hall of Justice project Public works staff said the county is eligible for a $97,750 Clean Buildings Performance Grant toward the Hall of Justice project, plans to remove and sell a rooftop chiller, called three bids for road materials with March openings, and estimated the Tower Road Bridge construction at about $2.85 million with ARPA and state commerce funding.

Cowlitz County is on track to secure a $97,750 grant for the Hall of Justice while gearing up for significant road improvements, including the $2.85 million Tower Road Bridge project!

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Cowlitz County faces multi‑million deficit for 2026; commissioners weigh cuts and voter options Finance staff told commissioners projected 2026 expenses of about $74 million versus estimated revenues near $61 million, leaving a roughly $13 million shortfall; staff proposed April budget guidance, department reviews and possible voter measures such as a public‑safety sales tax to address long‑term gaps.

Cowlitz County is facing a staggering $13 million deficit for 2026, prompting officials to explore budget cuts and potential voter measures like a public safety sales tax to bridge the gap.

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Cowlitz County weighs leaving risk pool, considers Alliant broker and RFP timing Risk management reported double‑digit premium increases and recommended seeking brokerage proposals; staff said Alliant produced competitive quotes and that a March–April RFP would yield live numbers for a 2027 transition, while commissioners debated an RFP versus direct negotiation.

Cowlitz County is considering a major shift in its insurance strategy after facing double-digit premium hikes, with a potential new broker on the horizon that could save taxpayers money!

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Cowlitz County commissioners approve $150,000 emergency shelter contract; public commenters press on housing, codes and behavioral health The Cowlitz County Board of Commissioners approved a one-year contract with Emergency Support Shelter for up to $150,000 — including $100,000 for operations and up to $50,000 to match private donations — and passed the consent agenda. Public commenters criticized state building codes and wind‑energy impacts and asked for updates on a behavioral health facility.

Cowlitz County commissioners have taken a significant step by approving a $150,000 contract to support an emergency shelter, aimed at helping families in crisis, but the meeting also sparked intense discussions on housing codes and community health needs.

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Commissioners debate Humane Society three-year sheltering contract, TNR and ordinance language Sheriff Brad Thurman and municipal representatives presented a proposed three-year contract with the Humane Society of Southwest Washington; commissioners questioned costs (county share presented as $225,000 for year one and rising thereafter), whether the Humane Society should require ordinance changes (trap-neuter-release for feral cats), and legal/operational implications for the county.

Cowlitz County is at a crossroads over a proposed $225,000 animal sheltering contract that could redefine how it manages stray cats and costs.

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