County, city, and municipal government affairs, policies, and decisions
The City of Longview has issued an official notice of a public hearing on proposed amendments to its utility tax code, offering residents a chance to comment on changes under consideration.
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The Longview City Council will hold a March 26 public hearing on a proposal to let the Board of Adjustment chair cancel meetings with no pending business, with opportunities for both in‑person and virtual public comment.
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The Longview City Council will hold a March 26 public hearing on proposed amendments to the city’s Business and Occupation tax code, with opportunities for in‑person, virtual, and written public comment.
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Klickitat County’s sheriff says he is sending jail rosters to ICE despite a Washington law barring such cooperation. The admission raises statewide concerns, including for communities along the I‑5 corridor.
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Clark County is seeking a two‑year, $6.8 million‑per‑year extension of its jail medical‑services contract with WellPath—a decision that could influence regional jail health‑care costs, including in Cowlitz County.
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Portland’s new resolution honoring George Floyd’s legacy revives regional conversations about policing and civic accountability, including in Cowlitz County communities that felt the effects of Portland’s 2020 protest season.
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Clark County Public Health released food‑service inspection results for Feb. 16–21, outlining scores and closure thresholds. The update, first reported by The Columbian, offers regional insight into food‑safety conditions relevant to Southwest Washington communities.
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Portland’s proposal to fund immigration legal services could affect access to representation across Southwest Washington, where many residents rely on Portland-based nonprofits for federal immigration cases.
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A new Multnomah County audit confirms elections remain secure but highlights significant strains on staffing, outreach and infrastructure as ranked‑choice voting expands countywide.
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Everett’s new mayoral directive limiting ICE access to city facilities highlights statewide debates over local roles in federal immigration enforcement, with potential implications for cities in Southwest Washington.
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