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Dept. of Public Works <br />Page 3 <br />OTHER BUSINESS: Mark stated that the County Engineer, Doug D'Hondt, has <br />submitted his letter of resignation. This leaves the need to <br />fill the County Engineer position. Mark suggested that in <br />the interim he be acting County Engineer until a suitable <br />candidate can be found. Discussion on the interview panel <br />and process was had. <br />Mark gave an update on the Teanaway culvert <br />replacement project (FLAP). Discussion needs to be had <br />about approaching Commerce about matching funds from <br />the retained earnings and apply them to the match. Then <br />reserves wouldn't have to be used. Commissioner Jewell <br />stated that he was doubtful that is a possibility since the <br />contract has not been fulfilled on our end. Maris stated he <br />will prepare the contract documents and have a complete <br />package for Board signature in early February. <br />Commissioner Jewell asked what the contract says about <br />road improvements. Mark replied that his understanding <br />was it can be used. Commissioner Jewell suggested <br />looking at the contract further to see if it fits within the <br />parameters of the agreement. Discussion will still need to <br />be had regarding using those funds for a match. <br />Mark reported that after discussion on the pit sites, signage <br />and closures, staff received a call from a citizen asking <br />when the Elk Heights Pit will be open. Mark stated that <br />citizens do camp back in the pit area which creates a <br />health concern. Commissioner Berndt will speak with the <br />snowmobile club and Howard Briggs. <br />Commissioner Berndt has been receiving calls regarding <br />Sparks Road and the closures of 1-90 causing the roadway <br />to be used as a parking lot. The concern is emergency <br />response being blocked due to the parking along and in <br />the roadway. The road was signed with No Parking signs <br />and they are being ignored. <br />Mark R. Cook <br />Director of Public Works <br />411 N. Ruby, Ste. #1 <br />Ellensburg, WA 98926 <br />TEL (509) 962-7523 <br />FAX (509) 962-7663 <br />