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Skamania County

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💸 Special Report: Inflation Takes its Toll in Skamania County

Rising costs are reshaping every corner of Skamania County government, from road work to water systems. This special report looks at how inflation affects local budgets, services, and what residents can do to strengthen our community’s resilience.

⚙️ Skamania in Motion: Land Use Certainty & 2026 Utility Plans - Oct PUD & 10/21 BOCC Recap

October brought major decisions across county and utility boards: from finalizing Underwood’s long-delayed zoning to adopting new 2026 PUD rates, clean-energy compliance plans, and assistance programs for low-income customers.

💵 County Reallocates Federal Funds, Eyes 2026 Priorities - Skamania BOCC 10/14 Recap

Commissioners approved budget amendments and finalized plans to reallocate $4 million in federal funds for county upgrades. They also backed a wildfire mitigation grant, renewed Underwood’s water funding request, and met with state lobbyists to set 2026 priorities.

🔥“Why Are They Here?” - Skamania’s Fiery Land-Use Showdown at 10/7 Planning Meeting

“Why are they here, when we own the land?” After years of lawsuits and debate, Skamania’s Planning Commission voted 5–2 to open part of Underwood’s ridge to residential use, rejecting Friends of the Gorge’s bid to keep it forest-zoned.

🚧 Road Safety Reviews, Youth Programs Thrive - Skamania BOCC 10/7/25

County commissioners met Oct 7 to discuss winter highway safety, wildfire planning, and updates from WSU Extension, including record youth fair participation. They also approved a geotechnical study near the transfer station and appointed Roni Emerson as Clerk of the Board.

🏞️ Fall in Skamania: Squirrels, Sewer Plans & Seasonal Markets - City Govt Round-up for Sept. 2025

Ground squirrels cause a fire in North Bonneville, Stevenson eyes infill housing challenges, and Underwood parks crews prep fall upgrades. Here's what happened across Skamania's city governments in September, and what to expect next.

🗣 Budget Workshops: Housing, Health & Sheriff’s Auxiliaries on the Table - Skamania BOCC 9/23-9/24

Commissioners spent Sept. 22–24 in budget workshops and hearings, weighing requests from the Sheriff, Community Health, and other departments. Key debates included funding reserves, public safety programs, and the future of federal support like Secure Rural Schools.

🌲 Timber Tensions & Infrastructure Fixes: 9/3 - 9/18 BOCC Recaps + Next Steps

The Skamania County Commissioners approved contracts for sewer, E911, and bus upgrades, launched outreach to tribal partners, and warned of declining timber revenues. Budget season is here—see what's in store and how to join the next meeting.

🐔 Chickens Approved, Lift Station Failing & Short-Term Rentals: August Skamania City Round-Up

Sewer repairs, a new city administrator, backyard chickens, and vacation rental reform—August was a busy month for Skamania’s city governments. Catch up on key decisions from Stevenson, North Bonneville, and Underwood in this month’s civic round-up.

🧑‍⚖️ Who Will Shape Planning? BOCC Meeting Recap - Aug. 26

From wildfire funds to Planning Commission interviews, county commissioners weighed tough trade-offs Aug. 26, balancing prevention vs. rescue, reviewing wetlands and housing programs, and hearing from candidates on how they’d shape Skamania’s planning future.