Cowlitz County is gearing up for a massive $14.5 million landfill expansion in 2027, but the real shocker? The staggering financial implications of a 55-year post-closure plan could cost taxpayers tens of millions more!

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Cowlitz County's juvenile court is set to enhance mental health evaluations with a new on-site psychiatric contract, but funding cuts loom large after losing 70% of BECCA support last session.

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Cowlitz County's board is debating a potential February ballot measure for a sports facility that could reshape financing until 2056—what’s at stake?

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A groundbreaking transparency tool now lets Cowlitz County voters see the real impact of their levy choices, just as commissioners confront daunting budget deficits.

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Cowlitz County has taken a bold step to combat high arsenic levels in local wells by approving an $886,435.62 contract for the Shadow Mountain Water System, paving the way for safer drinking water and fire protection.

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Cowlitz County is buzzing with debate over the Army Corps' controversial fish-collection facility and the inefficiencies of the trap-and-haul program—residents have just 30 days to voice their opinions!

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Cowlitz County's ambitious $147 million transportation plan is set to reshape local roads over the next six years, but will it secure the necessary funding to tackle aging infrastructure?

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Cowlitz County commissioners are questioning the effectiveness of BECCA-funded truancy services, sparking a debate on whether funding should focus on educational programs instead of administrative notifications.

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Cowlitz County is gearing up for a crucial evacuation plan to protect residents from potential dam failures, but they need your support to make it happen!

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Cowlitz County is facing a critical gap in safety planning, lacking a coordinated evacuation plan for potential dam failures and extreme flooding.

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The district court in Cowlitz County is grappling with a staggering 5,384 criminal cases, raising urgent questions about staffing and budget cuts that could impact justice delivery.

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Cowlitz County commissioners are grappling with a potential cost-of-living adjustment that could impact budgets by nearly $500,000—could this be the key to retaining vital staff?

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The Office of Public Defense is eyeing AI technology to revolutionize case processing and reduce staffing costs, but will it get the green light from commissioners?

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Cowlitz County officials have been warned of a potential 45% spike in insurance premiums, a move that could drastically impact departmental budgets and force tough decisions ahead.

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Commissioners are questioning why a promising landfill gas-to-energy project that could power thousands of homes was shelved, raising concerns about regulatory roadblocks in the push for renewable energy.

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Cowlitz County's noxious weed program has made significant strides this year, treating hundreds of acres while uncovering new invasive species threats.

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County commissioners are grappling with urgent landfill issues, from erosion threatening the Cowlitz River to the challenges of converting landfill methane into renewable energy.

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