Pearrygin Trails Proposal Information Meeting

Washington State Parks is proposing to conduct a feasibility study to expand the trail system around Pearrygin Lake State Park and to link the park to the town of Winthrop and is applying for funding from the Recreation and Conservation Office to pay for the study.

The Town of Winthrop is joining State Parks in the effort to explore possible trail alignments and look at various effects the trail system might have.

All interested parties are invited to attend a public meeting at the Winthrop Barn on Monday August 20th at 6:30 pm. The meeting is intended to inform the public about the proposal and to offer a forum for comments and suggestions.

For more information, contact Town Planner Rocklynn Culp at 996-2320

Traffic Alert: Methow Valley Tour Bike Race - June 17th

Please be aware that on Sunday June 17th, 2007, the Methow Valley Tour bicycle race will be passing through the Town of Winthrop. Multiple groups of racers will be passing through and will be using portions of Castle Avenue, Corral Street, Bluff Street, West Chewuch Road, and Highway 20 west of the Barn. These "pass throughs" will begin about 8:45 am and will occur periodically throughout the day until mid-afternoon. Race personnel will be controlling traffic at intersections along the affected route. Please use extra care in travelling through the affected area and cooperate with traffic control personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable day for all. If you have questions please contact Town Hall at 996-2320 or MVSTA at 996-3287.

Job Announcement: Building Official

The Town of Winthrop is currently accepting applications for the position of Building Official/Plans Examiner. Requirements: valid Washington State drivers license; high school diploma or GED; ICC certified residential and commercial building inspector or obtain certification within two months of date of hire; ICC certified building plans examininer or obtain certification within six months of date of hire. Duties will include but are not limited to building inspection, plans examination, code enforcement, permit administration (including water, sewer, street access, grading and filling, floodplain permits). Salary $19.00 per hour to $21.50 per hour DOE plus benefits. Work week is 32 hours to start, possibly expanding to 40 hours per week in the future. Applications and/or job description may be obtained from Winthrop Town Hall, 206 Riverside Avenue, or mailed upon request (509-996-2320). Position is open until filled. First review of applications will be June 27, 2007. The Town of Winthrop is an equal opportunity employer.

Planning Commission/Town Council workshop

The Winthrop Planning Commission and Town Council will hold a joint meeting/workshop at Town Hall on April 24, 2007 at 7pm to discuss Capitol Facilities Planning, Affordable Housing, and possible revisions to the zoning code. This workshop is open to the public.