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Kelso's Catlin Rotary Spray Park received an outpouring of support from three local Rotary Clubs that donated over $21,000 in money, labor, and materials for safety and security improvements.  The Kelso, Longview, and Longview - Early Edition Rotary Clubs purchased and installed new decorative lighting around the perimeter of the spray pad, resurfaced the spray area with slip-resistant paint, and restored landscaping near the senior center.  The improvements provide lighting for enhanced security, a spray pad less prone to trips and falls, and a better overall park appearance.

Full Press Release

City Hall Council Chambers 203 South Pacific Avenue August 1, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.

 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

For information contact: Tammy Baraconi
City of Kelso Planning Manager
(360) 577-3321

tbaraconi@kelso.gov

Planning Commission and Park Board Vacancies

Kelso, WA – July 19, 2017

The City of Kelso has an opening on both the Planning Commission and the Park Board. All citizens within the City Limits of Kelso and over the age of 18 are eligible to apply. Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Commissions and boards are a great way for citizens to give back to their community without committing to a great deal of time.

The Planning Commission meets once a month on the second Tuesday of each month at 6PM in the Council Chambers. The Planning Commission works closely with staff to create recommendations to the Council on zoning ordinances, plan amendments, annexations, and other topics related to the development of the community. This is a great opportunity for someone interested in actively participating in the way Kelso regulates land development within the City Limits.

The Park Board meets once a month on the third Thursday of each month at 5PM in the Council Chambers. The Park Board works with staff to ensure that citizens overall vision for the parks as described in the Park Master Plan are realized. This Board also works in an advisory capacity for the Council, making recommendations on park plans and other types of guiding documents pertaining to parks. This would be a great chance for anyone that would like to see our local park system flourish and meet the needs of generations to come.

All commission and board positions are appointed by the Council. To apply go to the City’s website at www.kelso.gov and click ‘Your Government’ and then ‘Boards and Commissions’. There you will find an application that you can print out. Or come in and ask anyone in Finance or Community Development for a paper copy. After you have filled it out you can bring it in to City Hall, mail it in, or email it to me at tbaraconi@kelso.gov.

 

PUBLIC NOTICE

KELSO DRIVE SLIDE REPAIR

During the week of July 10th, Advanced Excavating Specialists, LLC of Longview, WA, under contract to the City of Kelso, will begin a construction project to repair Kelso Drive between the Grade Street and Haussler Road intersections. Inspection, marking, and other preparatory work has already begun. Construction will occur during daylight hours and should continue through the end of July.

This work will create disruptions to the flow of traffic.  Slowing traffic through the work area as well as temporary stoppages should be expected.  We will also provide regular updates to the City’s webpage and Facebook page.

Unfortunately, traffic disruption is an expected consequence of construction.  The City will work to minimize any inconveniences. We appreciate your cooperation and patience.

 

City of Kelso
Engineering Department
(360) 423-6590

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will be holding a Special Meeting to discuss an additional Request for Funds on Wednesday, July 12th at 3:00 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Jessica Bronstein at 360-577-3301.

If your agency/organization would like to request financial support from the Lodging Tax Fund, please submit a Request for Funding form to the City Manager's office no later than 5:00 p.m. on July 31, 2017.  Applications may be submitted by email to jbronstein@kelso.gov or mailed to City Hall at PO Box 819, Kelso, WA  98626

2018 LTAC Funds Application

Lodging Tax Funds are available for agencies and events that will promote tourism and encourage participants to sample the hospitality of the citizens and businesses of our area.

Please contact Jessica Bronstein at 360-577-3301 with questions.

PUBLIC NOTICE

MINOR RD IMPROVEMENTS CONSTRUCTION

During the week of July 10th, Advanced Excavating Specialists, LLC of Longview, WA, under contract to the City of Kelso, will begin a construction project to improve Minor Rd. from Allen St. to Mt. Brynion St. Inspection, marking, and other preparatory work has already begun. Construction will occur during daylight hours and should continue through the end of September.

This work will create disruptions to the flow of traffic.  Detours, as needed, will redirect traffic around or through the work area.  A full two-week closure will occur prior to the start of the new school year. The City will provide advanced notification of that closure as soon as we are able to determine its exact timeframe.  We will also provide regular updates to the City’s webpage and Facebook page.

Unfortunately, traffic disruption is an expected consequence of construction.  The City will work to minimize any inconveniences. We appreciate your cooperation and patience.

TOPIC:

File # SEP17-002, STE17-001, CUP17-001:  Steve Dahl with JR Development LLC is proposing a 177-spot storage facility for boats and RVs.  As per KMC 17.18.040, this is a permitted use in this zone through the conditional use permitting process.  Cowlitz Co Parcel numbers 243470300, 243470400, 243470401 and 243470402. 

DATE, TIME & PLACE:

June 15, 2017 at 3PM

Kelso City Hall, Council Chambers

203 S. Pacific

Kelso, WA

CONTACT:

To view the proposed changes during regular business hours or to request a copy, contact:
Tammy Baraconi, Planning Manager
203 S. Pacific
Kelso, WA 98626
360.577.3321, or tbaraconi@kelso.gov

TO VIEW PROPOSED CHANGES ON THIS WEBSITE USE THIS LINK

CATLIN ROTARY SPRAY PARK DESIGN MOVES FORWARD

June 9, 2017 Full Press Release

PUBLIC NOTICE

TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF ROADWAY FOR PAVING

Yew Street will be closed for paving on June 5th – June 7th, between the intersections of S. Pacific Avenue and S. 7th Avenue.

No traffic will be allowed during paving on Monday and Tuesday, as follows:.

Closures are scheduled as follows:

Monday June 5th and Tuesday June 6th, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm: Yew Street will be closed to all traffic from S. Pacific Ave to S. 7th Ave. Residents on Yew Street will need to park vehicles outside the work area. Residents on 5th Street south of Yew Street will have extremely limited access. NO access between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm.

For additional information please contact Skylar Masters at 957-1701.

 

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