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Type: Deliberation

Department: DES - Emergency Management (Dept. of Emergency Services)

Directors' Update: May 7, 2025

Business Meeting: May 13, 2025

Summary:

Approve the Interlocal Agreement (ILA) for Emergency Management Services between Lewis County Emergency Management and the City of Chehalis

This agreement formalizes a collaborative local emergency management organization to enhance emergency preparedness, response, and recovery efforts within Lewis County. It also ensures compliance with RCW 38.52.070 and WAC 118-30-040, aligning with state requirements for emergency management coordination.

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Resolution

WHEREAS, the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has reviewed the interlocal agreement (ILA) between Lewis County Emergency Management and the City of Chehalis; and

WHEREAS, it appears to be in the best public interest to authorize the execution of the ILA; and

WHEREAS, the Interlocal Agreement provides the 2025 fee for Lewis County Emergency Management services at $6.30 per person in each city based on the current Office of Financial Management Official Population Estimate.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED (1) the Interlocal Agreement for Emergency Management services between Lewis County Emergency Management and the City of Chehalis is hereby approved; and (2) the Chair of the BOCC is authorized to sign on behalf of Lewis County.

DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 13th day of May, 2025.