Darrington
Strong Minutes
6/17/2015
Steve
Somsen conducted the meeting with introductions
Steve
gave a treasury report of:
$*,***.**
– DABA
$*,****.**
– Darrington Strong
$*,***.** – Friends for
Public Use
$*,***.**– Friends of
North Mountain
with
a total of $*,***.**.
Martha
reported on the Darrington Day Celebration and the improvements that could be
implemented. Suggestions included a marathon, dog show, auto show,
wagon train and other good ideas. Rick
Knight will be organizing a marathon to be held in 2016 which could tie in with the Darrington Day Celebration.
Kevin
reported the County and Forest Service are negotiating maintenance of
the remaining 14 miles to be paved on the Mountain Loop Hwy. The Fish and Game
Dept. have hired a new official who will be making new decisions.
Steve
reported on the progress of the work being done on the North Mountain
Lookout. The roof is done, 2 Repeater houses removed, work on the catwalk
began, westside wall replaced and foundation work began. More needs
to be done.
Steve
led a discussion on how a thriving Darrington would look and the other
improvements planned. Lavinia said the Planning Dept. is working
with the County on making green space along Darrington St. Painting
the various buildings in town was discussed. Several members
described the positive projects that are being completed and the
continuation of future projects.
Steve
adjourned the meeting
In Attendance:
In Attendance:
Linda Smith Ron Wolff | Guests:
Ken Melton |