> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://skamania-dispatch.ghost.io/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # πŸ“¬ Skamania Community Government Updates - May 2025 - URL: https://skamania-dispatch.ghost.io/skamania-community-government-updates-may-2025/ - Published: 2025-05-30T18:21:06.000Z - Updated: 2025-05-30T18:21:06.000Z - Description: From pickleball courts and livestock ordinances in North Bonneville, to waterfront festivals and housing updates in Stevenson, to volunteer cleanups and board appointments in Underwood, all in this month’s community govt roundup. - Author: Dispatch Squatch - Tags: Stevenson, Stevenson City Council, North Bonneville City Council, North Bonneville Planning Commission, Underwood Parks & Recreation District, Underwood, Underwood Conservation District **Your local roundup of public meetings and civic updates from North Bonneville, Stevenson, and Underwood – May 2025** --- ### 🏞️ North Bonneville #### Council Highlights from May 13 & 27 - βœ… Council approved funding requests including $3,500 lodging tax grants for both the city and the Fireman’s Association. - πŸ“ After reviewing estimates, the city voted to move forward with building **one pickleball court**. - πŸ” Council passed [**Ordinance #1169**](https://northbonneville.net/wp-content/uploads/06005NB-Ordinance-Number-1169-EG-Signed-2025-05-28.pdf?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io), officially allowing livestock as a conditional use in some residential zones. - 🚜 A **Toro Grounds Master mower** was approved for purchase under special market conditions to support parks maintenance. - πŸ“£ Election season is underway: Mayor Sabo shared candidate filings; Councilmember Good has filed for mayor. - πŸ§‘β€πŸŒΎ Resident questions included local land ownership, council succession, and a bobcat sighting in town! --- ### πŸŒ† Stevenson #### City Council Meeting – May 16 - 🎢 Council welcomed updates about the [**Waterfront Music Festival**](https://www.facebook.com/stevensonwaterfrontmusicfestival), emphasizing planning and consistency for future events. - πŸ—οΈ Heard updates on development projects, including a 10-unit **townhome proposal on Loop Road**. - πŸ’§ Public Works proposed changes to how **water system development fees** are calculatedβ€”aiming for fairness based on actual use. - 🧾 Council reviewed early-year **budget and revenue reports**, with no major concerns flagged. - πŸ“‹ Discussion continued on recruiting residents to participate in **Planning Commission** and **city development code** updates. - 🚦 Residents raised concerns about traffic and parking as the city grows. --- ### 🌿 Underwood #### Underwood Parks & Recreation District – May 14 - 🏚️ The [**Post Office siding project**](https://underwoodcommunity.org/wp-ucc/post-office-renovation-spring-2025/?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io) is underway. Volunteers have removed the judges tower, and there's discussion about also removing the **old baseball backstop**. - πŸ”Š A **new sound system** was purchased, storage planning is in progress. - 🌻 The **Community Garden** and **Friends of Underwood** gave short updates; cleanup efforts are ongoing and volunteers are encouraged. - πŸ—³οΈ **Candidate filings:** Alicia and Ivy are confirmed to run; Tina is not. Neighbors are encouraged to step up! #### Underwood Conservation District – May 20 - 🌲 Board reviewed and approved updates to their **Annual Plan, Mission, and Vision** for 2025–2026. - πŸ’Ό A **compensation policy** and mid-term board member interviews were discussed. - πŸ”₯ Several [**wildfire preparedness events**](https://www.ucdwa.org/current-news/wildfire-ready-neighbors?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io) are coming up, including: - Swift Reservoir – May 16 - Skamania County CWPP review – June 4 - πŸ›Ά Staff and board **rafting trip on the White Salmon River** planned for June 2. --- πŸ“‚ **Meeting Materials & Next Steps** ### North Bonneville - **City Council Meeting Minutes & Recordings**: [northbonneville.net](https://northbonneville.net/?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io) - Next Regular Meeting: **June 10, 2025** ### Stevenson - **Council Packets & Agendas**: [ci.stevenson.wa.us](https://ci.stevenson.wa.us/?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io) - Next Regular Meeting: **June 20, 2025** ### Underwood - **UPRD Documents**: [https://underwoodcommunity.org/wp-ucc/underwood-park-recreation-district-mission-vision-minutes-agendas/](https://underwoodcommunity.org/wp-ucc/underwood-park-recreation-district-mission-vision-minutes-agendas/?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io) - **UCD Documents:** [https://www.ucdwa.org/](https://www.ucdwa.org/?ref=skamania-dispatch.ghost.io) - UPRD next meeting: **June 11, 2025** - UCD next meeting: **June 17, 2025** --- πŸ—³οΈ **Stay Involved** Your participation shapes our communities! From park cleanups to budget planning and wildfire readiness, there are countless ways to get involved. Volunteer, attend, and stay informed.