Commissioners preview multiple 0.09 funding requests, mull presentations

Sep 21, 2026

Commissioners heard a preview of four 0.09 fund requests including $165,000 for the Economic Development Council and requests from Shelton and two PUDs totaling up to $1 million; they debated whether to invite applicants to present or defer decisions until budget clarity next year.

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A commissioner summarized four requests for county 0.09 funds: $165,000 for the Economic Development Council, a $500,000 request from the City of Shelton (and an alternate $500,000 option), and a $1,000,000 request from PUD 3. Commissioners discussed whether to invite applicants to present their cases or to delay consideration until reestablishing priorities in the new year. One commissioner said infrastructure for cities and ports should have priority because those projects drive the local economy.

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