Meeting Schedule
As needed.
Members
Member Name: | Representing | Term Expiration |
Erin Thoeny | District 1 | 11/30/2026 |
Denise Green | District 2 | 9/30/2027 |
Cynthia Surber | District 3 | 1/31/2028 |
Bernard Ogden | District 3 | 1/31/2028 |
Leonard Smith | Professional | 1/31/2027 |
Bill Watson | Non-Voting Ex Officio | |
Member Specifications
Term: 3 Years. The Commission shall consist of five voting members appointed by the Board of County Commissioners and one non-voting ex officio member as prescribed in Chapter No. 18.80; Cowlitz County Historic Preservation Ordinance. Information regarding the Cowlitz County Historic Preservation Committee, including creation and size, composition of the Commission and terms of members will be found by referencing Section 18.80.040 A-C in the Cowlitz County Code. For more information, contact the Building & Planning Department at 360-577-3052.
Purpose
To provide for the identification, evaluation, designation, and protection of designated historic and prehistoric resources within the boundaries of Cowlitz County and preserve and rehabilitate eligible historic properties within Cowlitz County for future generations through special valuation, a property tax incentive, as provided in Chapter 84.26 RCW.
Cowlitz County Code/WAC & RCW References
Chapter No. 18.80 – Cowlitz County Historic Preservation Ordinance
Section 18.80.040 A-C – Cowlitz County Code
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