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Goldendale council approves routine business, hears department reports and readies Community Days
Summary
The council approved the agenda and consent items, adopted Resolution 757 to designate bank signature authority, received police, fire and building reports (including June call and permit totals), and heard public announcements about Community Days events.
Goldendale — At its regular meeting the Goldendale City Council approved the agenda and consent agenda, adopted a resolution to designate bank account signature authority and heard department reports and event updates ahead of Community Days.
Key actions and reports: - Resolution 757: Staff explained RCW 35A.4.020 requires an adopted policy for who may sign warrants or checks; the council moved and approved Resolution 757 to formalize signature authority. - Department reports: Police Chief Mike Smith reported 317 calls for service in June and 15 arrests; he said Fourth of July enforcement produced multiple calls and one citation for fireworks. Fire Chief Noah Hol reported four fire calls over the holiday period including a dumpster fire and a gas‑meter incident, and described event coverage for the derby. Building Official Robert Thompson reported 76 permits year‑to‑date totaling $44,768.96 in fees, up from 56 permits and $22,798.96 at the same time last year, and summarized code enforcement caseloads. - Community Days and events: Staff and event organizers briefed the council on Community Days logistics, volunteer support, parade grand marshals and sound‑system arrangements; the council thanked volunteers and partner agencies for assistance.
Public comment included a representative of the Golden Brighter Christmas Committee asking about a sound system payment and resident Roger Nichols making a light‑hearted announcement about a dunk tank event. The council adjourned after a motion and second.
Quote: "We advertised for a public hearing. I’d hate to cancel the public hearing," a councilmember said during discussion of agenda procedures.
The meeting concluded with the council scheduling follow‑up items and second readings for pending ordinances.
