Camas-Washougal Post-Record

July 10, 2012

Port considers coal train resolution

Port of Camas-Washougal Commissioner Bill Ward would like the port to have "a place at the table" regarding discussions about coal trains. Ward said during the July 3 port commission meeting he wants the port to be included as a party of record in future discussions about the potential impacts of increased rail traffic. Attorney Tim Harris said a letter could be written, requesting that the port be included as a party of record. Ward said he was interested in how a "coal train parade" could affect traffic mobility, as well as quality of life and economic development. Additional discussions and a vote on a coal train resolution could occur at the next port commission meeting Tuesday, July 17, at 5 p.m., in the port office meeting room, 24 S. "A" St., Washougal.

July 10, 2012

Bid awarded for Cougar Creek Bridge replacement

A Ridgefield company is expected to begin work on the Cougar Creek Bridge replacement project this month.

July 10, 2012

Pendleton Woolen Mills is cited for workplace violations

The State Department of Labor and Industries has notified officials with Pendleton Woolen Mills, in Washougal about 21 violations in several categories. They include confined space, hearing conservation, personal protective equipment, employee training and hazard communication issues. Elaine Fischer, a spokeswoman for the L&I office in Olympia, said two types of inspections were conducted -- those focusing on industrial hygiene or "health" hazards and the other focusing on safety issues.

July 3, 2012

Washougal business signage program to be implemented

The city of Washougal is introducing a new program, aimed at helping motorists locate businesses. The "Washougal Informational Sign Program" will include the installation of two signs this summer and an additional sign after the state Route 14 widening project is completed.

July 3, 2012

CWEDA president advocates for local jurisdictions

There is no such thing as a typical day for Paul Dennis. Since the formation of the Camas-Washougal Economic Development Association a year ago, his endeavors as president have included organizational matters such as forming a board of directors and securing office space. A CWEDA website is expected to be ready this summer. On any given day, Dennis receives phone calls and visits from people representing a variety of businesses. "I point them in the right direction about business incentives -- local and statewide, and I help with property inquiries," he said.

July 3, 2012

Brent Boger is chosen to serve on Washougal City Council

A man who has lived in Washougal for nearly 10 years is the newest addition to the City Council. Brent Boger, Vancouver senior assistant city attorney since 1999, was approved by council members last night. He fills the vacancy left by Jon Russell who recently moved to Virginia.

July 3, 2012

A total of 158 soccer teams will be in town this weekend for the 10th Clash at the Border.

A milestone clash

A record number of 158 teams are expected to participate in this weekend's Adidas "Clash at the Border" soccer tournament. The previous record had been 144 teams, according to Tournament Director Jeff Castagnola. They will be arriving from areas such as Portland, Eugene and Bend, Ore., as well as Seattle, Yakima and Everett, Wash. The 10th annual event will be held Friday through Sunday, at several local fields including Skyridge Middle School, 5220 N.W. Parker St., and the fields surrounding Doc Harris Stadium, 1125 N.E. 22nd Ave., in Camas.

June 27, 2012