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Goldendale schedules two council training sessions for August–September
Summary
Council approved adding two training classes from the Washington Cities Insurance Authority to upcoming schedules: a one‑hour 'Do’s and Don'ts' session and a longer session on roles of policymakers and administrators; staff was directed to propose dates (Aug. 19, Sept. 3, Sept. 9, Sept. 16 or Sept. 23) and confirm availability with the trainer.
At the July 15 meeting, council members agreed to schedule two training sessions through the Washington Cities Insurance Authority. City Administrator Sandy told the council the authority offers a one‑hour 'Do's and Don'ts' module and a separate 1–2 hour course on 'respecting the roles of policymakers and administrators.' Sandy said the shorter session can be held at 5 p.m. before a council meeting while the longer module may require a separate evening or Zoom delivery.
Council members discussed candidate dates, including August 19 and several September options (Sept. 3, Sept. 9, Sept. 16 and Sept. 23). The council asked staff to provide two possible dates to the trainer so the trainer can confirm availability. The consensus was to offer Aug. 19 and Tuesday, Sept. 3 (a Tuesday due to Labor Day) for the first session and to consider Sept. 9 and Sept. 16 as backup dates for the second session.
The shorter session is expected to be about an hour and suitable for a council night; the longer course may run one to two hours and could be held via Zoom to avoid lodging costs for an in‑person instructor. Council members agreed staff should coordinate logistics and return with confirmed dates and any cost implications.
Motion: Earlier in the meeting a council member moved to approve the meeting agenda and consent agenda with the addition of these training classes; that motion was seconded and, after an oral vote, the presiding officer announced the motion passed.
Next steps: City staff will contact the Washington Cities Insurance Authority with two proposed dates and report confirmed scheduling and any cost or format specifics back to the council.
