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08/19/24 09 AM: Brinnon Fire Update, Proclamations, Grants Approved

Brinnon Fire Update, Proclamations, Grants Approved

Jefferson County Board meeting featured Brinnon fire update (398 acres, 8% contained), consent agenda approval with $16M grant, proclamations for Overdose Awareness Day and Employee Recognition Week, DNR revenue report, public hearings approving Port Ludlow Drainage District assessments and DCD fee schedule updates, and commitments for EPL digital grant and Fairgrounds pump track RCO grant.

Brinnon Fire Update and Response Coordination

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  • Time Range: 00:00:37.000–00:18:36.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: operations, public safety, infrastructure

Summary

The Board diverted from the agenda to receive an update on the Brinnon fire (2602 fire), currently at 398 acres and 8% contained, with Incident Commander Ken Stanford reporting progress on structure protection lines and mop-up operations. Evacuation orders remain at Level 2 (Get Set) beyond the 2,500 block of Duck Road and Level 1 (Get Ready) up to the 2.5-mile mark, with no structures currently threatened. Fire officials requested access to remaining Title 3 funds by end of month to cover overtime and support responders pending reimbursement from DNR or FEMA.

Key Discussion Points

  • Willie Bence (Director of Emergency Management): Fire downshifted to 398 acres after better mapping; 8% contained with line around perimeter; weekend weather (rain, gusty winds, thunderstorms) caused minimal growth but safety challenges for responders.
  • Chief McCurn: Evacuation levels unchanged for safety; Level 1 up to 2,500 block of Duck Road; Level 2 beyond for voluntary evacuation, especially for those with mobility issues, young children, or livestock.
  • Incident Commander Ken Stanford: Division Alpha (structures) fully lined with 20-30 feet mop-up; night crews focused there; pushing lines west, east, north; rain helped but winds pushed fire slightly; full shift today to attack head.
  • Chief Tim Manley (Brinnon Fire): Emphasized using official PIO links for information; no need for GoFundMe; discussed Title 3 funds for overtime/backfill before reimbursements.
  • Commissioners expressed appreciation for responders and community support (e.g., Halfway House donations: electrolyte powders, water, volunteers).

Public Comments

  • No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

No supporting materials provided or referenced.

Financials

  • Request to unlock remaining Title 3 funds by end of month for Brinnon Fire Department overtime and agency backfill; reimbursable from DNR/FEMA.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: Fire officials released to return to operations; Title 3 discussion deferred to later agenda items.
  • Vote: None taken.
  • Next Steps:
  • Continue situation reports via Emergency Management.
  • Brendan Fire Department Facebook for donation needs/updates.
  • Center Valley Animal Rescue on standby for animal evacuations.

Consent Agenda Approval

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  • Time Range: 00:39:51.000–00:41:48.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting, contracts, personnel

Summary

The Board approved the consent agenda unanimously without items pulled for discussion, including grant awards, contract amendments/extensions, appointments, and proclamations. Major items included a $16 million Kitsap-Jefferson design grant (County share $2 million), SCJ Alliance Glen Cove planning grant, Ron Mountain appointment to Port Ludlow Drainage District, and mental health funding for schools.

Key Discussion Points

  • Commissioner Brotherton: Highlighted $16M raise design (Kitsap to Jefferson/Columbia, County $2M share); SCJ Glen Cove infrastructure grant; Ron Mountain appointment; BHACA mental health/schools funding.
  • Limited discussion; items addressed primarily through supporting materials.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

  • $16M design grant (County $2M); SCJ Glen Cove grant; Ron Mountain appointment (Port Ludlow Drainage District); BHACA mental health funding (Family Partnership, Chimacum schools); other contracts/grants (e.g., Nurse Family Partnership amendments, Benji Project mental health).

Financials

  • $16M grant (County $2M share, design phase).
  • Various grant/contract increases (e.g., mental health $24,708; NFP $448k total increase).

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve and adopt the consent agenda as presented."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

Overdose Awareness Day Proclamation

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  • Time Range: 00:41:56.000–00:49:09.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: services, public health

Summary

The Board read and approved a proclamation declaring August 31, 2024, as Overdose Awareness Day, noting 3,381 statewide overdose deaths last year (4 in Jefferson County), naloxone distribution efforts, and commitment to public health approaches; courthouse flag to half-staff August 30.

Key Discussion Points

  • Heidi (Public Health): Requested proclamation and half-staff flag; international day August 31, but adjusted for county closure.
  • Commissioners shared personal stories of overdose losses; emphasized fentanyl prevalence, naloxone availability.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

Proclamation text read verbatim.

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).
  • Next Steps: Lower flag August 30; promote recovery helpline 1-866-789-1511.

Employee Recognition Week Proclamation

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  • Time Range: 00:49:14.000–00:57:33.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: personnel

Summary

The Board approved a proclamation declaring August 19-23, 2024, as Jefferson County Employee Recognition Week, praising public servants' integrity and professionalism; highlighted recent wage/benefit improvements and morale gains.

Key Discussion Points

  • Sarah Mountor (HR): Recognized visible (roads, planning) and internal staff; praised care, civility; thanked Board for bargaining parameters.
  • Commissioners noted community feedback on staff, strategic goal #6 (organizational health), wage increases improving morale.

Public Comments

No public comment on this topic.

Supporting Materials Referenced

Proclamation text read verbatim; service pin awards listed (e.g., 45 years).

Financials

No financial information discussed.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Declare August 19-23, 2024, as Jefferson County Employee Recognition Week."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

DNR Quarterly Revenue Update and Day Bob Bay NRCA Expansion

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  • Time Range: 01:08:09.000–01:36:33.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting, planning, land use

Summary

DNR reported Q2 timber revenue at $45,697 YTD (projected $712k FY24); Jupiter sale lost to fire; Day Bob Bay NRCA expansion proposed (261 acres, excluding Day Bob West); public comment on TLT transparency, fire info.

Key Discussion Points

  • Drew Rosanbalm (DNR): No Q2 sales; Penny Wise/Thornback thinning/shipping; Jupiter felled/burned (extension granted); FY25 sales Maladjusted/AC Alder.
  • Jana Marshall (DNR): NRCA expansion parcels per county letter; excludes encumbered Day Bob West (revenue-producing).
  • Commissioner Eisenhower: TLT meetings/recordings on DNR site; Jefferson projects ranked 12/13.
  • Ed Bowen (Public Comment): TLT info lacking; fire strike notifications poor.

Public Comments

  • Ed Bowen (West End resident): TLT recordings not posted promptly; draft analysis not final; operable acres data needed; fire info gaps.

Supporting Materials Referenced

DNR maps/revenue report; NRCA expansion proposal (261 acres east of current area); TLT materials on DNR site.

Financials

  • Q2 revenue: $45,697; FY24 proj. $712k; FY25 proj. $306k (Maladjusted $63k, AC Alder $27k).

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: Informational; NRCA expansion advancing to Commissioner order.
  • Vote: None taken.
  • Next Steps: DNR quarterly updates continue; monitor lightning strikes.

Port Ludlow Drainage District Assessment System Hearing

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  • Time Range: 01:38:05.000–01:52:06.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: ordinances, budgeting

Summary

Public hearing on adopting PLDD assessment system (35% land area, 65% impervious surface); unchanged from 2020; approved ordinance replacing prior; typical SFR ~$65/year.

Key Discussion Points

  • John Fleming (Public Works): RCW 85.38 requires 4-year review; consistent with statute; hearing for comments.
  • Mr. Nielsen (PLDD Chair): Average $55-60; 2025 budget increase likely ($4-15); annual fee.
  • Jeff Chapman (Assessor): Algorithm for proportions; ties to new construction July 31.

Public Comments

No public comment.

Supporting Materials Referenced

Engineer's report; tables (land/impervious formulas); ordinance draft.

Financials

  • 2024 budget: $70k assessment; SFR half-acre ~$65; 2025 increase projected.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve ordinance repealing/replacing O-06-0817-20."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: 2 present).
  • Next Steps: Workshop on special assessments proposed.

DCD Fee Schedule Update Hearing

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  • Time Range: 02:50:42.000–02:59:03.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: budgeting, ordinances, planning

Summary

Public hearing approved ordinance moving DCD fees to resolution (annual updates); new $123.20/hr rate for 100% recovery; some land use fees reduced; effective Sept 1.

Key Discussion Points

  • Josh Peters (DCD): Fee study-based; 100% recovery; building permits valuation-based (unchanged); 5% surcharges; third-party review authority.

Public Comments

No public comment; no written testimony.

Supporting Materials Referenced

FCS Group study; ordinance/resolution drafts.

Financials

  • Hourly rate: $123.20; e.g., Short Plat $3,691; surcharges 5% tech/plan.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: Approved ordinance/resolution.
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

EPL Paper-to-Digital Grant Application

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  • Time Range: 02:59:34.000–03:14:40.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: planning, budgeting, infrastructure

Summary

DCD seeks letter committing to EPL grant (~$250k requested) for business module, templates, hardware; Mochi Lindbladh promoted to Principal Planner; improves customer self-service.

Key Discussion Points

  • Josh Peters: Modules for business licensing/inspections; templates conversion; hardware for field use.
  • User experience emphasized for applicants (e.g., auto-reminders, online payments).

Public Comments

No public comment.

Supporting Materials Referenced

Grant app draft; EPL tiers.

Financials

  • Requested: <$ max (e.g., software, contract $Xk, hardware).

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Approve commitment letter as presented."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • Next Steps: Submit by Wednesday.

Fairgrounds Pump Track RCO Grant Co-Applicant

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  • Time Range: 03:21:48.000–03:26:41.000 (PART 1)
  • Categories: planning, infrastructure

Summary

Board approved co-applicant status with Fairgrounds Assoc. for RCO pump track grant; provides land control; 20-year public access, signage required.

Key Discussion Points

  • Heidi: Co-applicant simplifies; folded into fairgrounds ops; RCO obligations (access, maintenance).

Public Comments

No public comment.

Supporting Materials Referenced

RCO handbook.

Financials

No County cost.

Alternatives & Amendments

No alternatives discussed.

Outcome, Vote, and Next Steps

  • Decision: "Authorize Chair to co-sponsor RCO application."
  • Vote: Unanimous (Ayes: all).
  • No next steps specified.

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