Longview City Council

City council of Longview, Washington, addressing municipal governance, local policy, and community decisions

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Judge Upholds Sanctions in Longview OPMA Lawsuit, Councilmembers Ordered to Pay and Submit Discovery

A Pacific County judge has denied reconsideration of sanctions in the ongoing OPMA lawsuit in Longview. Former Mayor Spencer Boudreau and Councilmember Kalei LaFave must pay $2,000 each and submit overdue discovery by February 20, 2026.

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Feb 13, 2026

Local Government

Longview City Council to Vote on Proposed Water, Sewer Rate Increases

The Longview City Council meets tonight to weigh a 4 % water rate increase and a choice between 4 % or 5 % sewer rate hikes—balancing inflation, reserves, and infrastructure needs.

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Feb 12, 2026

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Judge Upholds Sanctions in Longview OPMA Lawsuit, Councilmembers Ordered to Pay and Submit Discovery

Longview City Council to Vote on Proposed Water, Sewer Rate Increases

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