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Public raises nuisance, suspected drug activity at 608 Garfield; council discusses alley cleanup and outstanding violations

South Cle Elum Town Council · April 21, 2026
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Summary

Public commenter Drew Cushing flagged suspected drug activity and many cats at 608 Garfield; council asked staff to add the item to a future agenda. The council also discussed clearing garbage from the alley behind 608 Washington and ongoing Notices to Correct for properties at 604 Madison and 608 Washington.

During public comment, Drew Cushing of 713 Garfield told the council he was concerned about activity at 608 Garfield, reporting multiple cats and traffic to a fifth-wheel trailer that he described as suggesting possible drug dealings. Mayor DeVere asked Clerk Luanne to put the matter on an upcoming agenda for follow-up.

During reports and unfinished business, Council member Sandretto asked whether the Town could clear garbage from the alley behind 608 Washington if the owner did not remove debris from Town right-of-way. Town Attorney Jeff Slothower said the Town could haul away material that is clearly garbage. The minutes also record ongoing Notices and Orders to Correct Violation for Higginbotham at 604 Madison and Adcox at 608 Washington.