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County commission public hearings on tap in March The Board of Mason County Commissioners scheduled three public hearings for next month during recent regular business meetings in Shelton. The first public hearing takes place no earlier than 9:15 a.m. during the commission’s March 3 meeting. There, the public will have the chance to weigh in on a proposed rezoning from Village Com- mercial to Multifamily Medium Density of several adjacent land parcels totaling 8.66 acres within the Allyn Urban Growth Area. According to BOCC materials, the multiple owners within the property group are supportive of the rezoning. If approved, the rezoning will be considered an amendment to county development regulations and not a change to the Mason County Comprehensive Plan. The second public hearing, scheduled to start no earlier than 9:15 a.m. during the commission’s March 17 meeting, will be to consider the surplus of a 0.34-acre land parcel of as an intergovernmental exchange with the Port of Hoodsport for use as a septic drain field for community restrooms. During Tuesday’s Board of Mason County Corn— missioners meeting, the board approved scheduling a public hearing, also March 17, to consider supple- mental appropriations and amendments to the county’s 2020 budget. At that hearing, the BOCC will consider $274,162 in total adjustments to au— thorized expenditure appropriations to the general fund, and $976,823 in adjustments to authorized expenditure appropriations to other funds. To learn more about the hearings, visit the ‘ county website at www.co.mason.Wa.us or call the office of the Board of Mason County Commissioners at 360-427-9670, ext. 419. [Native American group recognizes Rep. Kilmer The National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) honored US. Rep. Derek Kilmer (D-Gig Harbor) on Feb. 12 with its 2020 Congressional Leadership Award. Kilmer, who represents Washington’s 6th Con- gressional District, encompassing the entire Olym- pic Peninsula, most of the Kitsap Peninsula and part of the City of Tacoma, received the honor for his work in creating economic opportunity in tribal communities and advocating for reforms ensuring the US. government is more responsive to tribal needs, according to a news release issued last week by Kilmer’s office. Kilmer represents 11 native tribes in the district. “Each of the sovereign nations I represent has their own unique culture, traditions, and stories that add important threads to the fabric of our region and our nation. Their willingness to share their stories, to educate me, to work with me to build a brighter futhre, gives me hope,” Kilmer ' said in the release. “For generations, the federal government has failed to uphold the promises made to Native Americans in our region and across the country. I’m working to change that and I’m com- mitted to doing all that I can to ensure the federal government honors its trust and treaty obligations. Additionally, NCAI recognized Kilmer for his lead- ership on the US. House of Representatives’ Appro- priations Committee and supporting legislation that respects tribal sovereignty. Vouchers available for May free dump day The United Way of Mason County has vouchers available for 2020’s first free dump day, scheduled for May 22, thanks to a partnership with Mason County and Republic Services. Vouchers redeemable on May 22 at the county’s Shelton Transfer Station, 501 W. Eells Hill Road, New Shelton City Council member Shelton City Clerk Donna Nault, right, swears in new Shelton City Council member Megan Fiess on Tuesday evening at the council’s regular meeting in Shelton. The council selected Fiess from among six candidates on Feb. 1 1 to fill a vacant seat following the resignation of Mayor Bob Rogers due to family matters. Journal photo by Gordon Weeks are available first-come, first-serve. Vouchers are available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday at the United Way of Mason County office, 536 W. Railroad Ave., Shelton. . ‘ To receive a voucher, customers must complete re- quired paperwork, have valid identification and proof of a Mason County address. Vouchers are good for disposal of up to 1,000 pounds of household garbage. For questions, contact the United Way of Mason County at 360—426-4999 or visit the county’s Utili— ties and Waste Management/Solid Waste website at https://www.c0.mason.wa.us/forms/utw/index.php. For rules and regulations about household garbage, call 360-427-5271. I Compiled by repOrter Michael Heinbach mm s— 7. 2020 TICKETS DH SHLE STAY 2 NIGHTS SUNDAY-THURSDAY $229 INCLUDES $lOO RESORT CREDIT 8. CHAMPAGNE ANJDCHOCOLATE [unite/i .i mum. ', 'u. ii i i Quinault B 231C 11 RESORT AND CASlNO 78 St. Rt. 115 I Ocean Shores, WA 98569 1-888-461-2214 I www.quinauItbeachresort.com