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Commissioners agree to schedule study of county buildings and juvenile facility options

January 14, 2026 | Cowlitz County, Washington


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Commissioners agree to schedule study of county buildings and juvenile facility options
A commissioner requested a dedicated study session so the board can evaluate options for county buildings, including the juvenile center, and to gather data on ownership, leases, occupancy and potential market options.

The commissioner said public conversation has raised questions about whether the county needs to retain certain buildings and suggested a focused meeting with all three commissioners and relevant staff to inventory county real property and consider alternatives such as selling, leasing or consolidating services. "We can't just go back in that room and sit around and talk. So we need to hold a function and just kinda talk about some of these things," the commissioner said.

Staff agreed to prepare a list of county‑owned buildings, leased properties, square footage and occupant counts and to work with the clerk to schedule a meeting that allows commissioners time to review materials in advance. The board also discussed insurance reappraisals (some properties not revalued in 12–14 years) and the need to avoid being underinsured. Commissioners asked that the meeting not be rushed so they can gather meaningful data before deciding on next steps.

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