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10/03/22 09 AM: Commissioners Approve Grants Proclamations Ordinance Budget COVID Update

Commissioners Approve Grants Proclamations Ordinance Budget COVID Update

Jefferson County Commissioners meeting included public comments on EV grants, consent agenda approvals for sewer and wildfire funding, proclamations for fire rescue anniversary, disability employment, mental illness awareness, COVID update proposing monthly reports, Q3 budget appropriations hearing and approval, Legal Lots of Record ordinance adoption, ARPA update, legislative priorities, and committee vacancies.

Public Comment Period

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  • Time Range: 00:22:18–00:35:35 (PART 1)
  • Categories: other

Summary

The meeting opened with public comment via Zoom raise-hand feature. Cindy Jane, Chair of the Jefferson County Port Towns and Climate Action Committee, reported successful grants for EV infrastructure including 4 DC fast chargers at the Chamber on Sims Way and an EV carshare pilot for low-moderate income communities at Chamber and Jefferson Healthcare locations; she promoted an EV expo on October 8. Tom Tears commented on low microphone audio and praised revisions to the legal lots of record ordinance, suggesting thresholds for minor projects like roofs or solar panels to avoid DCD review.

Key Discussion Points

  • Cindy Jane: Announced two successful grants from EV working group; one for DC fast chargers partnering with Chamber, Port Townsend, Jefferson PUD; other for EV carshare pilot with Zeba Co-op and others targeting underserved areas; EV expo October 8 at Chamber with various EVs.
  • Tom Tears: Noted audio issues; supported legal lots revisions exempting non-footprint changes like roofs, propane tanks, solar; suggested dollar threshold to limit DCD review costs.
  • Commissioners thanked Jane for proactive grant work emphasizing equity and partnerships; noted excitement for chargers and carshare; responded to Tears on adjustments exempting minor permits and auto-qualifying more lots.

Public Comments

  • Cindy Jane/Jefferson County Port Towns and Climate Action Committee: Shared grant successes and expo details.
  • Tom Tears: Praised audio fix suggestion and legal lots changes.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials referenced.

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: Public comment period closed at 9:30; reopened briefly with no further comments.
  • No next steps specified.

Consent Agenda Approval

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  • Time Range: 00:29:36–00:39:13 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting, contracts, planning, grants

Summary

The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously without items pulled for discussion. Key items included authorization for Public Works to apply for $6.67 million Ecology grant for Port Hadlock Sewer Phase I; reappointments to North Pacific Coast Marine Resources Committee and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board; and approval to submit $175,000 DNR Community Wildfire Defense Grant for CWPP development using Fund 147.

Key Discussion Points

  • Commissioner Dean: Highlighted sewer grant progress despite staff shortages; Monty Reinders acting as project manager; optimistic due to shovel-ready status and improved EPA funding odds (1 in 2 vs prior 1 in 20); continuity from advisory boards.
  • Commissioner Brotherton: Excited for CWPP and strategic planning RFPs; credited Michael Mark and DNR for grant application with supportive data.
  • Supporting materials noted substantive items: Port Hadlock Wastewater WQC grant ($6.67M forgivable/low-interest for Phase I); COASST youth beached bird surveys ($11,940 DFW grant).

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

  • Public Works seeks $6.67M Ecology WQC (75% forgivable/$5M, 25% low-interest/$1.67M) for Port Hadlock Sewer Phase I; total project $33.55M construction; $23.125M secured, $3.75M pending.
  • JCPH COASST agreement $11,940 DFW grant for youth-led beached bird surveys.
  • $175k DNR CWPP grant application using Fund 147 (~$200k balance).

Financials

  • Sewer grant application: $6.67M ($5M forgivable principal, $1.67M low-interest loan at 0.4% over 20 years; ~$87k annual repayment).
  • COASST: $11,940 total ($8,797 salaries/stipends, $1,422 travel, etc.).
  • CWPP grant: $175k application; small match from General Fund; Fund 147 covers remainder.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve and adopt consent agenda as presented."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • Next Steps: Public Works submits Ecology application by Oct 12; staff submits DNR CWPP application.

East Jefferson Fire & Rescue 150th Anniversary Proclamation

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  • Time Range: 00:40:09–00:47:22 (PART 1)
  • Categories: other

Summary

The Board issued a proclamation recognizing October 8, 2022, as East Jefferson Fire & Rescue's 150th Anniversary, highlighting its history from 1872 and service evolution. Assistant Chief Pete Brahmall accepted and outlined Saturday events including extrication demos, vintage apparatus, fireboat demo, and waterball competitions near Pope Marine Park.

Key Discussion Points

  • Chair Eisenhour: Read proclamation noting 1872 origins post-Chicago Fire, mergers, multi-hazard responses, community ties.
  • Pete Brahmall: Expressed appreciation; noted department predates NYC (1865), Seattle (1889); outlined events 9am-4pm.
  • Commissioners praised service, sirens as reminder of risks.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials referenced.

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve the proclamation regarding proclaiming October 8, 2022 the East Jefferson Fire and Rescue 150th."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

National Disability Employment Month Proclamation

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  • Time Range: 00:47:22–00:54:29 (PART 1)
  • Categories: personnel, services

Summary

The Board proclaimed October 2022 as National Disability Employment Month, theme "Disability: Part of the Equity Equation." Anna (DD program) and Commissioner Brotherton read the proclamation and listed local employers hiring individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities.

Key Discussion Points

  • Listed employers: Chimicum School District, Cascade Community Connections, Finnriver Cider, First Presbyterian Church, Fort Worden Housekeeping, Gathering Place, Henry Hardware, Pizza Factory, Chimicum Farmstand, Jefferson YMCA, Jefferson Healthcare, Life Care Center, McDonald's, Bishop Hotel, Recycle Crew, Safeway, Sunrise Coffee, Subway, Scoop and Laundry, ACI Boats, West Side Maritime, United Methodist Church, QFC, Goodwill.
  • Emphasized work's role in identity, equity; thanked employers for inclusive economy.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials referenced.

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve the proclamation proclaiming October 2022 as national disability employment month."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

Mental Illness Awareness Week Proclamation

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  • Time Range: 00:54:34–01:08:09 (PART 1)
  • Categories: services, public safety

Summary

The Board proclaimed October 2-8, 2022, as Mental Illness Awareness Week, noting 1 in 5 adults and 1 in 6 youth affected, suicide stats. NAMI representatives thanked for proclamation, highlighted stigma, COVID impacts, support groups at Recovery Cafe, workshops; noted high local suicide rate (42/100k vs national 13/100k).

Key Discussion Points

  • NAMI (Sidney Keegan, Craig Uchida): Linked to disability proclamation; COVID stressors; hybrid support groups/workshops at Recovery Cafe; praised Behavioral Health Court, navigators; family-to-family class.
  • Commissioners appreciated volunteer work, equity; noted personal/family impacts; high youth suicide concerns.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials referenced.

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve the proclamation as read."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

COVID-19 Update

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  • Time Range: 01:08:41–01:34:12 (PART 1)
  • Categories: public safety, services

Summary

Dr. Barry reported Jefferson County cases at 5,961 (460/100k rate, 11% positivity); no hospitalizations (152 total), 31 deaths; school outbreaks driving rise; recommended masking in schools. Discussed ending weekly updates post-emergency declaration (Oct 31), proposing monthly; Q&A on boosters, Paxlovid travel, antigen testing, isolation (5 days symptoms-free + mask 5 days; 10 days safer; 20 for immunocompromised). Willie announced clinics ending Oct, no flu shots added.

Key Discussion Points

  • Dr. Barry: WA cases up 11%, hosp up 9%; Jefferson/Clallam low severity due to vax; bivalent boosters eligible 12+ (2mo post); no Paxlovid pre-travel; antigen not for isolation end but useful high-risk; masking post-day 5 critical (80% contagious day 6).
  • Commissioners: Discussed transition from weekly; monthly cadence; risk management shift.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials referenced.

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

  • Monthly public health updates proposed vs weekly.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • No action taken; item informational.
  • Next Steps: Plan post-Oct 31 updates; clinics end Oct (Quilcene South County spots open).

Third Quarter 2022 Budget Appropriations Public Hearing

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  • Time Range: 01:41:48–02:16:20 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting

Summary

Public hearing on Resolution 45-22 for Q3 budget appropriations totaling $1,003,456 net impact ($53,670 General Fund). Judy Shepherd detailed changes including Clerk microfilm digitization ($40k clarified for 526 rolls, AOC reimbursing 111), sheriff navigator grant, treasurer clerk hire correction, public health true-ups, HJC Jump $235k advanced, wildfire $100k Fund 147. No public comment; approved unanimously.

Key Discussion Points

  • Judy Shepherd: General Fund net $53k (mostly one-time); other funds $950k; detailed funds (e.g., Public Health $292k exp, HJC Jump $235k, Solid Waste $144k CPI/tonnage).
  • Ruth Gordon: $40k for 526 microfilm rolls digitization (AOC reimburses 111 Blake-related; saves licensing, preserves records).
  • Noted fund balances cover; all verified.

Public Comments

No public comment received.

Supporting Materials Referenced

Detailed appropriations: General Fund $53k net (Clerk $40k microfilm, etc.); Other Funds $950k (HJC Jump $235k, Public Health $292k exp, etc.); total net $1M+.

Financials

  • Total Net Impact: $1,003,456 ($53,670 General Fund; $949,786 Other Funds).
  • Key: HJC Jump Fund 304 $235k; Employee Benefits 505 $220k retiree payouts; Public Health 127 $292k exp.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: Approved Resolution 45-22.
  • Vote: Unanimous.
  • No next steps specified.

Legal Lots of Record Ordinance Adoption

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  • Time Range: 02:16:20–02:48:02 (PART 1)
  • Categories: land use, permits, ordinances, planning

Summary

Board adopted Ordinance 09-1003-22 amending JCC Title 18 (18.10, 18.35, new 18.12, 18.40 Art. VII) integrating LLOR into Site Development Review (SDR), presuming LLOR for post-Aug 11 1969 platted lots, requiring aggregation of contiguous substandard lots, exceptions for residential development. Revisions per Sept 26 direction streamlined process, removed separate LLOR/recording for approvals.

Key Discussion Points

  • Brent Butler/Bryan Benjamin: Summarized changes: embed LLOR in SDR; presume post-1969 platted; no recording for approvals; renamed "reasonable economic use" to "residential development exception"; flow chart shown.
  • Commissioners praised streamlining, slower process; clarified UGA pre-1937 accepted, aggregation for contiguous, septic limits (e.g., Irondale 15k sq ft).

Public Comments

No public comment (hearing closed Sept 26).

Supporting Materials Referenced

Ordinance details: New Ch. 18.12 LLOR; presumes conforming/post-1969; aggregates substandard; exceptions (health, access, no owner creation); SDR fees neutral fiscal impact; effective Oct 4 post-moratorium.

Financials

Fiscal impact "essentially neutral" via SDR fees; no separate LLOR fee.

Alternatives & Amendments

Staff revised per Board direction: removed separate LLOR/SDR apps, recording for approvals.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: Adopted Ordinance 09-1003-22.
  • Vote: Unanimous.
  • Next Steps: Staff implement, SOPs, outreach; report issues.

ARPA Funding Update

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  • Time Range: 03:17:28–03:19:08 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting

Summary

County to receive $1.692M ARPA revenue sharing FY22 and FY23; $1M committed ($500k Habitat Port Hadlock, $500k Evans Vista Port Townsend).

Key Discussion Points

  • Mark McCauley: Portal access confirmed; workshop Nov 7 for remaining ~$2.4M.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

$3.384M total; $1M committed housing.

Financials

  • Total: $3.384M ($1.692M FY22 + FY23).
  • Committed: $1M.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • No action taken; informational.
  • Next Steps: Nov 7 workshop.

Legislative Priorities Discussion

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  • Time Range: 03:19:08–04:05:12 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting, planning, other

Summary

Commissioner Dean outlined NOLA/WSAC/AWC priorities: housing (mobile home rights, tax exemptions), rural econ dev (procurement, ESD lists, apprenticeships), WSAC top4 (.09 tax extension, BH network adequacy, jail funding, fund swap), AWC (Blake, pursuits, PWAA, housing/BH). Noted session in-person/hybrid; NOLA consensus on housing/rural issues.

Key Discussion Points

  • Kate Dean: Shared NOLA lists (housing, rural econ); WSAC top4; AWC priorities; .09 bill strategy.
  • Discussion on sales tax exemptions, prevailing wage rural impacts, BH inequities.

Public Comments

No public comment received.

Supporting Materials Referenced

NOLA housing/rural econ lists; WSAC LSC top4; AWC agenda (Blake, pursuits, PWAA); white paper rural barriers.

Financials

.09 tax extension; PWAA funding; sales tax exemptions for affordable housing.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • No action taken; discussion.
  • Next Steps: Nov WSAC vote; lobbyist tracking.

Board and Committee Vacancies

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  • Time Range: 04:39:50–04:35:05 (PART 1, end)
  • Categories: other

Summary

PSA on vacancies: Parks & Rec Advisory (Dist 3), Noxious Weed (Dists 1-5), Ferry Adv Comm (business rep), Olympic Area Agency on Aging (2), Public Infrastructure Fund Bd (Dist 2/3). Recruited via Zoom/radio.

Key Discussion Points

  • Commissioners: Listed vacancies; efforts recruiting (e.g., Dist 4 Noxious Weed).

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials referenced.

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • No action taken; informational PSA.
  • No next steps specified.

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