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Centralia approves Lewis County 911 interlocal agreement after recusal

Centralia City Council
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Summary

After a deputy mayor recused themself, the Centralia City Council approved joining a 25‑jurisdiction interlocal agreement to create a governing board for Lewis County 911; staff said the new 0.2% sales tax should cover operating costs.

The Centralia City Council voted May 13 to enter an interlocal agreement with Lewis County and other jurisdictions to create a seven-member governing board for Lewis County 911 services. The motion passed 6–0 after Deputy Mayor recused themself because of county employment supporting 911 IT services.

Chief Andy Caldwell told the council the new structure replaces a weak advisory committee and creates a board with voting authority for operations and…

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