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Board requests split of one maintenance role into two pending county approval and insurance

Wahkiakum County Fair Board · June 24, 2026
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Summary

Crystal proposed splitting the maintenance position into two part-time roles to accomplish more pre-fair work; the county approved Public Works money to back a CBM charge account for materials, but insurance coverage for two employees is still under review by the commissioners.

Crystal reported she interviewed several applicants and recommended splitting the maintenance position hours into two part-time roles to increase capacity before the fair. She said the county has approved Public Works funds to back a charge account at CBM for materials, but the county is still determining whether insurance can be arranged to cover two employees.

Erin Hill moved to request split wages for two handymen if the commissioners approve; Colleen seconded and the motion carried. The board's motion asks the county commissioners to confirm insurance coverage and wage authorization before the positions are filled.