2018-09-10-minutes-public-works-study-session

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Manastash Creek Bridge Replacement. Commissioner Wright seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0. REQUEST TO APPROVE A RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY FLOOD MAPS FOR CURRIER CREEK AND REECER CREEK Mark Cook stated that in 2016 staff approached the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) with a proposal for updating of floodplain maps using LIDAR data. Mark Cook continued that staff spent about ten (10) months in modeling development and then an additional fourteen (14) months working with FEMA to get the maps accepted. Mark Cook added that two (2) months ago FEMA approved the new maps and are being presented for BOCC acceptance. Discussion was held. Chairman Osiadacz called for a motion. Vice - Chairman O'Brien made a motion to approve Resolution 2018-147 to Adopt the Federal Emergency Management Agency Flood Maps for Currier Creek and Reecer Creek. Commissioner Wright seconded the motion. Motion passed 3-0. ROAD IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT UPDATE - WIEHL ROAD Mark Cook gave background on the issues surrounding Wiehl Road and stated that staff recently sent out letters to the property owners along the road to solicit interest in the formation of a Road Improvement District (RID). Mark Cook continued that he received notice from four (4) residents that are opposed to the RID and several residents called to confirm their support. Mark Cook added that today he is looking for BOCC direction on next steps which would include drafting the action documents and schedule for BOCC .review then get a public hearing scheduled. One member of the public commented on the topic. Discussion was held. Staff was directed by the BOCC to start the noticing process and bring forward formation documents at the next study session for BOCC review. Meeting adjourned at 2:04 pm. 2018-09-10 MINUTES KITTITAS COUNTY COMMISSIONERS KITTITAS COUNTY, WASHINGTON Laura Osiadacz, Chairman