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Dabob Bay Natural Area Boundary Expansion – Economic Assessment

Topic Summary

The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) expanded the Dabob Bay Natural Resources Conservation Area (NRCA) by approximately 3,943 acres, following a Commissioners' Order signed on September 23, 2024. The purpose of this briefing is to present an economic assessment of this expansion and discuss necessary next steps to work with the DNR to acquire replacement lands for the affected Junior Tax Districts (JTDs). The expansion enhances protection for the Dabob Bay ecosystem, including critical fish and wildlife habitats and water quality.

Key Points

  • The DNR expanded the Dabob Bay NRCA boundary by approximately 3,943 acres via Commissioners’ Order 2024-22, signed September 23, 2024.
  • The expansion aims to provide more complete protection and improved long-term viability for the Dabob Bay ecosystem, particularly productive fish and wildlife habitats and water quality.
  • Protection measures focus on safeguarding hydrologic influences on streams, wetlands, and bays, expanding terrestrial-aquatic linkages, and improving forest habitat connectivity.
  • DNR is authorized (per Chapter 79.71 RCW) to transfer state-owned trust lands and acquire private lands from willing owners for NRCA creation.
  • The expansion enables DNR to seek grants or legislative funding to purchase replacement lands for the Trust beneficiaries.

Financials

  • TBD (To Be Determined).
  • The purpose of the discussion is to acquire productive replacement lands and distribute the resulting funds to affected Junior Tax Districts (JTDs).
  • This expansion and subsequent purchase of replacement lands is likely to net more revenue for JTDs than if the lands remained in their previous status due to other State level regulatory constraints.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • The expansion followed a public hearing on June 17, 2024, and a public comment period through June 28. (Specific content of comments is not provided in this entry).

Timeline

  • September 23, 2024: Commissioners’ Order 2024-22 signed, approving the NRCA boundary expansion.

Next Steps

  • The Board should discuss the economic assessment and the steps for working with DNR to secure replacement lands.

Sources

  • Heidi Eisenhour - Commissioner District No. 2
  • Peter Bahls - Executive Director Northwest Watershed Institute
  • Mark McCauley - County Administrator
  • Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
  • Chapter 79.71 RCW

Final Plat Alteration Approval for Olympic Terrace 2 Phase II

Topic Summary

The Department of Community Development (DCD) is seeking final Board approval for the Olympic Terrace 2 Phase II Plat Alteration (SUB18-00015). This alteration, initially approved preliminarily on February 27, 2023, involves removing tracts reserved for future development in Phase I, re-orienting Tract A, and redesigning Tracts E & F to create thirty-seven (37) new residential lots within the Port Ludlow Urban Growth Area (UGA). Final approval is requested now because all required conditions have been met and certified by relevant departments.

Key Points

  • The project is a Plat Alteration (SUB18-00015) under the Port Ludlow Development Agreement Subdivision Ordinance No. 04-0526-92 Section 14.
  • The alteration removes Tracts B & C (reserved for future development under Phase I) and re-orients Tract A, redesigning Tracts E & F to create 37 new lots for the Olympic Terrace 2 Phase II development.
  • The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) originally approved the preliminary plat alteration on February 27, 2023.
  • All required conditions of final plat approval have been completed, inspected, and signed off by the relevant County departments and agencies (Fire District, Olympic Water and Sewer Inc., etc.).
  • Roads are installed per county standards, with no culverts or stream crossings existing, and all roads are public.
  • An emergency access road was constructed to meet International Fire Code standards and inspected/approved by Fire Marshal Phil Cecere on April 5, 2024.
  • Water and sewer facilities are constructed per approved plans, with the exception of the sewer pump station, which is currently under construction. Olympic Water and Sewer, Inc. (OWSI) confirmed completion and readiness of water mains, sewer mains, and the sewer lift station (4/26/2024).
  • Stormwater management facilities, including conveyance, outfalls, and bioretention/infiltration facilities, have been constructed per approved plans and appear to be functioning properly (Engineer letter dated 1/10/2024).

Financials

  • None specified related to the final approval request.
  • The applicant paid fees for final approval with the application, and Public Works bills separately.
  • No bond (performance surety) was required per Public Works.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • During the preliminary plat alteration vote on February 27, 2023, three public comments were received. (The content of these comments is not provided here).

Timeline

  • February 27, 2023: BoCC approved the preliminary plat alteration.
  • March 16, 2023: Type A Land Use Approval issued by DCD.
  • April 5, 2024: Fire Marshal Phil Cecere inspected and approved the new emergency access road.
  • April 26, 2024: Olympic Water and Sewer, Inc. (OWSI) confirmed completion of water/sewer infrastructure.
  • August 2024: Final Mylar submitted.
  • Immediately following BoCC signing: DCD staff requests the BoCC sign the plat alteration Mylar prior to recording and the Assessor creating new tax parcels.

Next Steps

  • The Board of Commissioners is recommended to approve the final Plat Alteration by signing the attached Mylar (page 3) for Olympic Terrace 2 Phase II.
  • Upon recording the Plat Alteration, the Assessor will create new tax parcels.

Sources

  • Josh D. Peters, AICP - Director of Community Development
  • David Wayne Johnson - Associate Planner, Port Ludlow Lead Planner, DCD
  • Mark McCauley - County Administrator
  • Phil Cecere, CBO, CFM - Building Official, Fire Marshal, Jefferson County Community Development
  • Jason White - VP/Manager, Olympic Water and Sewer, Inc. (OWSI)
  • Trevor Stiff, P.E. - President, ESM Consulting Engineers, LLC
  • Monica Mulligan - Director of Transportation, Chimacum School District
  • Port Ludlow Associates (Applicant)

Dabob Bridge Naming in Honor of Tom Jay

Topic Summary

The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is recommending naming the newly constructed bridge over Naylors Creek on West Valley Road the "Tom Jay Bridge" to honor Tom Jay's decades of service to local salmon recovery. The replacement project, which removed a major fish passage barrier, was funded 100% by federal PROTECT funds and involved local collaboration.

Key Points

  • The current bridge replaces an old culvert on West Valley Road over Naylors Creek (Milepost 2.55) that was a fish passage barrier identified in the early 1980s.
  • Tom Jay and others originally installed log weirs in the 1980s that provided continuous fish passage for coho salmon and cutthroat trout for over 40 years through the old culvert.
  • The new structure is a 16-foot concrete box culvert, installed in August 2024, removing the rusted-out 5-foot metal culvert.
  • Naylors Creek connects Gibbs Lake to Chimacum Creek and is used by coho salmon and cutthroat trout.
  • The original funding was State Brian Abbot (85%), but the project successfully transitioned to 100% federal PROTECT funding, eliminating the County match requirement.
  • The construction cost was approximately $1 million.
  • Tom Jay was a founder of Wild Olympic Salmon and an original board member of the North Olympic Salmon Coalition, who also led efforts to restore Summer Chum Salmon in Chimacum Creek.

Financials

  • Cost of making and installing a sign near the Naylor Creek crossing.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • Early 1980s: Tom Jay and friends installed log weirs for fish passage.
  • August 12, 2024: Construction began.
  • September 12, 2024: Road reopened for traffic after construction.

Next Steps

  • Approve naming the crossing the "Tom Jay Bridge."
  • Install a sign.

Sources

  • Heidi Eisenhour - Commissioner District No. 2
  • Bruce Patterson - Project Manager (Jefferson County Staff)
  • Eric Kuzma - Assistant Public Works Director/Engineering Services Manager (Jefferson County Staff)
  • Colette Kostelec - Right-of-Way Lead (Jefferson County Staff)
  • Nordland Construction (Contractor)

Chemical Dependency/Mental Health Services Budget Extension

Topic Summary

The Mental Health/Chemical Dependency Fund (Fund 131) is requesting a one-time budget appropriation and extension of $55,000 in revenue based on unanticipated additional tax revenue. This new revenue will be allocated to increase funding for existing programs, specifically Dove House Recovery Cafe, OESD Mental Health Services, and Nurse Family Partnership.

Key Points

  • The funding source is additional Chemical Dependency/Mental Health Service Tax revenue.
  • The additional revenue totals $55,000.00 (one-time).
  • Funds are needed to cover additional expenses on current contracts based on the total available awarded amounts.
  • Primary expenditures requested include:
    • Dove House Recovery Cafe: $3,110.00 added to the current $93,094.00 budget.
    • OESD - MH Services: $50,000.00 added to the current $114,853.00 budget.
    • Nurse Family Partnership: $1,676.00 added to the current $67,055.00 budget.

Financials

  • Total one-time appropriation/revenue: $55,000.00
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $54,786.00
  • Amended Total Fund 131 Revenue: $904,538.00 (Current $849,538.00 + $55,000.00)
  • Amended Total Fund 131 Expenditure: $329,788.00 (Current $275,002.00 + $54,786.00)
  • The fund balance is sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All revenue and expenditure amounts are for the 2024 budget year, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Adiel McKnight - Deputy Clerk of the Board

Affordable Housing Fund Budget Extension (Habitat for Humanity)

Topic Summary

The Affordable Housing Fund (Fund 148) is requesting a budget increase to allow the current year's budget to reflect the addition of unspent award money from 2023 for Habitat for Humanity projects. This is a one-time expenditure increase of $24,902.00.

Key Points

  • This request adds the unspent award from the 2023 budget to the 2024 budget for Habitat for Humanity.
  • The approval is granted by the HFB (presumably Housing Fund Board).
  • The funds are for Habitat for Humanity (HFH) projects.

Financials

  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $24,902.00
  • Current HFH budget: $81,416.00
  • Amended HFH budget: $106,318.00
  • No new revenue is identified for this increase, implying funds are derived from carryover/fund balance.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All financial action is for an extension/amendment of the 2024 budget (Quarter 3).

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Adiel McKnight - Deputy Clerk of the Board

Third Quarter 2024 Budget Appropriations/Extensions Hearing Notice

Topic Summary

Jefferson County is establishing a public hearing to review and potentially adopt proposed supplemental budget appropriations and extensions for various County departments for the Third Quarter of 2024. The changes involve various revenue sources, including state grants, fees, federal funds, and fund transfers, necessitating a formal public hearing as required by RCW 36.40.140.

Key Points

  • A public hearing is scheduled for Tuesday, October 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners’ Chambers (Hybrid meeting).
  • The hearing concerns proposed increases to the 2024 budget for various County Departments.
  • The legal requirement for the public hearing is RCW 36.40.140.
  • The budget changes are stated to improve the cost effectiveness and efficiency of the requesting departments.
  • Notice of the hearing will be published in the Port Townsend Leader on October 9, 2024.
  • Written testimony is invited from October 7, 2024, through the closing of the public hearing on October 21, 2024.

Financials

  • Total proposed appropriations (Revenue): $2,497,890 (all one-time).
  • Total proposed appropriations (Expense): $2,117,526 (all one-time).
  • The fiscal details of individual changes will be provided in a Resolution on October 21, 2024.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • Public testimony (written and in-person/virtual) is explicitly requested.

Timeline

  • October 7, 2024: Written testimony period begins.
  • October 9, 2024: Hearing Notice published.
  • October 21, 2024, 10:00 a.m.: Public Hearing scheduled.
  • October 21, 2024: Resolution approving appropriations is expected.

Next Steps

  • Approve the Hearing Notice for publication.

Sources

  • Adiel McKnight - Deputy Clerk of the Board
  • Mark McCauley - County Administrator
  • RCW 36.40.140

Sheriff's Office Budget Adjustments and Capital Outlays

Topic Summary

The Sheriff's Office (JCSO) requires budget adjustments for the third quarter of 2024 to accommodate recently received state grants and fund capital expenditures not originally budgeted for, such as the second half payment for the Jail Control System and a truck replacement for Jefferson Search and Rescue (JSAR).

Key Points

  • Revenues Received (State Grants):
    • CJTC Officer Wellness Grant (July-December): $13,520.00
    • WASPC RSO Grant (July-December): $34,250.00
  • Expenditures Requested (Capital & Programs):
    • Officer Wellness Programs: $13,520.00 (funded by CJTC Grant).
    • JSAR Truck Replacement: $27,432.00 (Capital Outlay).
    • BVMS Server and Software Jail Control Panel (second half payment): $33,843.00 (Capital Outlay).
  • The Jail Control System expenditure was not originally budgeted for in 2024 because the second half vendor invoice was not sent until 2024.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $47,770.00 (Grants).
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $74,795.00 (Programs + Capital Outlays).
  • Amended Total Revenue: $47,770.00
  • Amended Total Expenditure: $74,795.00

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and amendment.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Sheriff's Office (JCSO)

Superior Court General Fund Budget Adjustments

Topic Summary

Superior Court is requesting a budget appropriation and extension in the General Fund (Fund 001) to account for revenues received from state grants for security improvements and a lactation project, as well as necessary increases for interpreter and maintenance costs exceeding the original budget.

Key Points

  • Revenues Received (State Grants/Funding):
    • State Grant - AOC Security Cam: $18,966.00
    • State Grant - AOC Lactation Project: $9,798.00
    • Center for Children & Youth Justice (CCYJ): an additional $10,000 for a total amended revenue of $25,000.00.
  • Expenditures Requested:
    • Center for Youth and Justice: $10,000.00 increase (total $25,000.00).
    • Capital Outlay - Security Camera: $2,198.00.
    • Interpreter costs: $2,500.00 increase (total $5,616.00) due to higher volume and hourly cost.
    • Capital Outlay - add Lactation Pod: $9,798.00.
    • Repair & Maintenance: $6,000.00 increase (total $12,687.00). Maintenance includes a Hearing Assisted upgrade and an increase to the JAVS Maintenance Agreement.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $38,764.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $49,658.00.
  • The security camera and lactation pod costs are partially paid by grants.
  • A transfer of $623.00 from Fund 131 is noted as a correction to the original budget.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Superior Court

Non-Departmental General Fund Budget Adjustments for Software and Insurance

Topic Summary

The Non-Departmental section of the General Fund (Fund 001) is requesting a major budget increase for two essential items: the purchase of new budget software (Gravity) and an unanticipated increase in costs for Risk Pool Liability Insurance.

Key Points

  • Capital Outlay: $57,071.00 is requested for the Gravity Budget Software purchase.
  • Risk Pool Increase: An additional $209,004.00 is requested for Liability Insurance costs.
  • The current budget for Liability Insurance totals $475,000.00, resulting in a new total of $684,004.00.

Financials

  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $266,075.00.
  • No new revenue is identified; these are direct General Fund expenditures.
  • Amended Total Expenditure for Non-Departmental: $741,075.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Non-Departmental

Auditor's Office Operations & Maintenance (O&M) Fund Adjustment for Image Digitization

Topic Summary

The Auditor's O&M Fund (Fund 105) is adjusting its budget for the ongoing Image Digitization project (scanning and indexing recorded Deeds and Official Records from 1872-1981). This adjustment reflects a decrease in the 2024 planned expenditure amount, with the remaining budget anticipated to be added to the 2025 budget amendment.

Key Points

  • The project involves the continuance of scanning and indexing recorded Deeds and Official Records (1872-1981).
  • The adjustment is due to an over-estimation of the original 2024 budget.
  • The remaining, unused budget will be carried over to the 2025 Budget Amendment.

Financials

  • The transfer from the General Fund (GF) is being decreased by $185,377.00 (from $260,438.00 to $75,061.00).
  • Total revenue adjustment (decrease): $185,377.00.
  • Total expenditure appropriation: $0.00 (The adjustment is in the revenue transfer side).

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • Project is ongoing into 2025.
  • All change requests are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation revision based on the reduced transfer amount.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Auditor's Office O&M

Public Health Fund 127 Budget Adjustments (Administration)

Topic Summary

Public Health Administration (Fund 127) is requesting budget extensions to account for workforce development grant funding, an unanticipated prepayment of FPHS funds, and corresponding expenses including additional staff time, operating supplies for COVID/emergency response, and a capital outlay for an emergency preparedness container.

Key Points

  • Revenues Received:
    • DOH Con Con - Covid-19 Workforce Development (reimbursement): $105,000.00.
    • FPHS Pre-payment (unanticipated second half of FY25 funds): $434,000.00.
    • Total new revenue: $539,000.00.
  • Expenditures Requested:
    • New Employee Salaries & Benefits (EH & CH employee time in Admin): $2,521.00 (Salaries $1,813.00, Benefits $708.00).
    • Operating Supplies (for Covid vaccine services, workforce development, homelessness & emergency prep/response): $58,364.00.
    • Capital Outlay (converted shipping container for emergency preparedness and response): $45,000.00 (funded by FPHS funds).

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $539,000.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $105,885.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 Admin Revenue: $1,345,000.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 Admin Expenditure: $1,378,404.00.
  • The fund balance is specifically certified as sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • FPHS FY25 prepayment received.
  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director

Public Health Fund 127 Budget Adjustments (Environmental Health)

Topic Summary

Public Health Environmental Health (Fund 127) is requesting budget authority extension based on unanticipated additional fee revenue and a prepayment of FPHS FY25 funds. These funds are allocated to cover the costs of new staff salaries and benefits, operating supplies for homelessness programs, training, and a small capital outlay.

Key Points

  • Revenues Received:
    • EH Licenses & Permits (Additional fee revenue): $44,295.00.
    • FPHA Pre-payment (unanticipated second half of FY25 funds): $372,500.00.
    • Total new revenue: $416,795.00.
  • Expenditures Requested:
    • New EE Salaries and Benefits: $14,849.00 (Salaries $10,802.00, Benefits $4,047.00).
    • Operating Supplies (additional supplies for homelessness and social work support): $20,504.00.
    • Misc - Training: $4,768.00.
    • Capital Outlay: $10,000.00.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $416,795.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $50,121.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 EH Revenue: $1,433,976.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 EH Expenditure: $1,453,376.00.
  • The fund balance is specifically certified as sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • FPHA FY25 prepayment received.
  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director

Public Health Fund 127 Budget Adjustments (Community Health)

Topic Summary

Public Health Community Health (Fund 127) is requesting a budget extension due to unanticipated new grant funds and a prepayment of FPHS funds. The funds are designated for new employee expenses, operating supplies for various public health programs, capital outlay for an emergency container, and a refund related to the DBHR prevention program.

Key Points

  • Revenues Received:
    • Infectious Disease/Harm Reduction (new funds): $29,708.00.
    • Public Health Assistance - CH Admin: $62,109.00.
    • FPHS Pre-payment (unanticipated second half of FY25 funds): $360,000.00.
    • Total new revenue: $451,817.00.
  • Expenditures Requested:
    • New Employee Salaries & Benefits: $41,820.00 (Salaries $30,492.00, Benefits $11,328.00).
    • Operating Supplies (for harm reduction, family planning, immunizations, communicable disease): $34,307.00.
    • Misc - Training: $903.00.
    • Capital Outlay (converted shipping container for emergency preparedness and response): $14,495.00 (funded by FPHS funds).
    • DBHR Prevention - Positive Action Refund: $43,792.00.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $451,817.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $135,317.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 CH Revenue: $1,186,319.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 CH Expenditure: $2,237,900.00.
  • The fund balance is specifically certified as sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • FPHS FY25 prepayment received.
  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director

Public Health Fund 127 Budget Adjustments (Developmental Disabilities)

Topic Summary

Public Health Developmental Disabilities (Fund 127) is requesting budget expansion due to reimbursement for the utilization of available DSHS Community Inclusion Services funds. The appropriation is primarily for new professional service contracts exceeding the original budget amount.

Key Points

  • Revenues Received:
    • DSHS - Community Inclusion Svcs (Federal Funds): additional $79,154.00.
    • DSHS State Funds - Comm Inclusion Svcs (State Funds): additional $89,285.00.
    • Total new revenue: $168,439.00.
  • Expenditures Requested:
    • New Employee Salaries & Benefits: $13,380.00.
    • Operating Supplies: $2,949.00.
    • Community Inclusion - Cascade (Additional professional service contracts): $122,577.00 increase (total $244,675.00).
    • Misc - Training (Additional Training for Community Inclusion Services): $29,688.00 increase (total $30,188.00).

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $168,439.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $168,594.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 DD Revenue: $290,537.00.
  • Total Amended Fund 127 DD Expenditure: $293,392.00.
  • The fund balance is specifically certified as sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director

Water Quality Fund Budget Adjustment for Hoh River Resiliency Project

Topic Summary

The Water Quality Fund (Fund 128) is requesting a significant one-time budget increase based on an unanticipated state grant to fund the Hoh River Resiliency Project. This project is aimed at improving spawning and rearing habitat while reducing flood and erosion risks for the nearby community.

Key Points

  • Revenue Received: $181,000.00 from a State Grant for HOH RIVER LINDNER ACTIVITIES.
  • Expenditure Requested: $181,000.00 for unanticipated professional services related to the Hoh River Resiliency Project.
  • The project focuses on increasing spawning and rearing habitat, and decreasing risks of flood and erosion in the nearby community.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation: $181,000.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $181,000.00.
  • The fund balance is specifically certified as sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Water Quality Department

Community Development (DCD) Fire Marshal Startup Funding

Topic Summary

The Department of Community Development (DCD) is requesting a General Fund transfer appropriation to cover the unexpected startup costs for the new Office of the Fire Marshal (OFM), including operational equipment and the purchase of an electric vehicle.

Key Points

  • Startup costs for the Office of the Fire Marshal were greater than anticipated.
  • The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved the funding request on August 5, 2024.
  • Expenditures (Fund 143):
    • Office and Operating Supplies OFM: $17,000.00.
    • Vehicle OFM: $72,543.00, specifically for a Ford Lightning electric truck.

Financials

  • Total one-time General Fund Transfer to DCD (Revenue): $89,543.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation (Fund 143): $89,543.00.
  • Total Amended DCD Expenditure for OFM purposes: $108,023.00.
  • The fund balance is certified as sufficient.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • Fire Marshal Cecere went before the Board of County Commissioners on August 5, 2024, and requested funding.

Timeline

  • August 5, 2024: BoCC approved the funding request.
  • All budget action is for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and transfer.

Sources

  • Josh D. Peters - Community Development Director (implied signatory via department)
  • Fire Marshal Cecere

Community Development (DCD) Cash Flow Fund Transfer

Topic Summary

The Department of Community Development (DCD) is requesting an additional $250,000 transfer from the General Fund to improve DCD cash flow. This liquidity is required to pay consultants for work completed that is reimbursable by grants (e.g., for Growth Management Act (GMA) projects), bridging the gap between consultant payment and grant reimbursement.

Key Points

  • Additional liquidity ($250,000) is required for DCD.
  • The funds are needed to pay consultants for grant-reimbursable work (e.g., GMA related).
  • This ensures DCD can pay consultants promptly while awaiting grant reimbursement.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation (Transfer from GF): $250,000.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure transfer from GF: $250,000.00.
  • Amended Total DCD Fund 143 Revenue (Transfer from GF): $1,000,000.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension for cash flow.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Community Development

Parks and Recreation (Fund 174) Budget Adjustment for LTAC Backfill

Topic Summary

Parks and Recreation (Fund 174) is requesting a one-time transfer of $50,000 from the General Fund to backfill Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) funding. This money is necessary to operate and maintain four county campgrounds.

Key Points

  • A one-time appropriation of $50,000 is requested.
  • Purpose: Backfill LTAC funding needed to operate and maintain four county campgrounds.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation (Transfer from GF): $50,000.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure transfer from GF (Outflow): $50,000.00.
  • Amended Total Fund 174 Revenue: $961,969.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Public Works / Parks and Recreation

Parks Improvement Fund (Fund 175) Land Acquisition

Topic Summary

The Parks Improvement Fund (Fund 175) is seeking a one-time appropriation of $16,482.00 from the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Fund (Fund 302) to acquire a private property parcel within the Irondale Community Park boundary. This acquisition is specifically for forest thinning, aesthetics, and improved access within the park.

Key Points

  • One-time appropriation of $16,482.00 for land purchase.
  • The land is a private property sandwiched between county-owned parcels inside Irondale Community Park.
  • The purchase will enable forest thinning of the perimeter for park values, including visibility, aesthetics, and better access.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation (Transfer from CIP Fund): $16,482.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation (Land): $16,482.00.
  • Amended Total Fund 175 Revenue: $44,878.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and transfer.

Sources

  • Jefferson County Public Works / Parks Improvement

Roads Fund (Fund 180) Adjustment for PILT True-up

Topic Summary

The Roads Fund (Fund 180) requires an additional transfer of $17,714.00 from the General Fund (GF) to account for the actual amount needed for the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) obligation. The original budget underestimated the necessary PILT "true-up" amount when combining it with Secure Rural Schools (SRS) federal monies.

Key Points

  • The appropriation is necessary to meet the Board’s routine commitment of total federal funds (SRS + PILT) to the Roads Fund.
  • The actual amount of PILT required is $17,714.00 more than originally budgeted.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation (Transfer from GF - PILT): $17,714.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure transfer from GF: $17,714.00.
  • Amended Total Roads Fund 180 Revenue: $158,714.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and transfer.

Sources

None specified.

Equipment Rental and Repair (ER&R) Fund Budget for Electric Vehicle Replacement

Topic Summary

The ER&R Fund (Fund 501) is requesting a General Fund transfer of $44,210.00 to cover the approved cost difference for replacing standard vehicles with new electric vehicles for Public Works and Public Health departments.

Key Points

  • The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) approved replacing vehicles up for replacement with electric vehicles.
  • Additional funds are required from the General Fund to cover the incremental cost.
  • The replacement involves one vehicle for Public Works and one for Public Health.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation (Transfer from GF): $44,210.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation (Capital Outlay - Electric Vehicle Replacement): $44,210.00.
  • Amended Total ER&R Fund 501 Expenditure: $1,162,210.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and transfer.

Sources

None specified.

Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Fund Transfer for Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT)

Topic Summary

The CIP Fund (Fund 302) is transferring $87,880.00 to the Roads Fund (Fund 180) to cover project expenditures related to the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT). This transfer utilizes part of the $273,900 the BOCC previously committed from CIP monies as a grant match for the ODT project.

Key Points

  • Transfer amount: $87,880.00.
  • This transfer is to cover amounts already expended on the ODT project.
  • The BOCC committed up to $273,900 of CIP monies as a grant match for the ODT.

Financials

  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation (Transfer to Roads): $87,880.00.
  • Roads Fund Revenue increase (Transfer from CIP): $87,880.00 (Fund 180 Revenue Obj. 397302).

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the fund transfer.

Sources

None specified.

Employee Benefit Reserve Fund LEOFF 1 Benefits Cost Increase

Topic Summary

The Employee Benefit Reserve Fund (Fund 505) is requesting a budget appropriation of $28,000.00 to cover the increasing cost of LEOFF 1 (Law Enforcement Officers' and Fire Fighters' Retirement System) benefits, which average approximately $7,000 per month.

Key Points

  • The appropriation is for "OTHER POST-RETIREMENT CST/LEOFF."
  • LEOFF 1 benefit costs have increased, averaging approximately $7,000 per month.

Financials

  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $28,000.00.
  • Current LEOFF budget: $50,000.00.
  • Amended Total LEOFF budget: $78,000.00.
  • The fund balance is specifically certified as sufficient to cover the additional expenditure.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and extension.

Sources

None specified.

Information Services Fund Server Migration Project

Topic Summary

The Information Services (IS) Fund (Fund 506) is receiving a $228,853.00 transfer from the General Fund to complete the server migration project, an action previously committed to by the BOCC.

Key Points

  • The purpose is the completion of the server migration project.
  • The BOCC committed the funding via a General Fund transfer on August 19, 2024.
  • The expenditure is classified as Capital Outlay - Computers.

Financials

  • Total one-time revenue appropriation (Transfer from GF): $228,853.00.
  • Total one-time expenditure appropriation: $228,853.00.
  • Amended Total IS Fund 506 Expenditure: $716,359.00.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • August 19, 2024: BOCC committed funding.
  • All changes are for the 2024 budget, Quarter 3.

Next Steps

  • Approve the budget appropriation and transfer.

Sources

None specified.

Coroner Position Status Discussion

Topic Summary

The Prosecuting Attorney is requesting a workshop with the Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) to discuss options regarding the County Coroner position. Recent legislation revised the statute, but the Washington Attorney General’s Office (AGO) issued an opinion stating it is now illegal for lawyers to serve as coroners under the new law, contradicting the county's previous decision to keep the Prosecuting Attorney performing these duties.

Key Points

  • Recent legislation revised the statute governing county coroners.
  • The BoCC and Prosecuting Attorney previously decided to implement the revised statute while retaining the Prosecuting Attorney as the Coroner.
  • The Washington Attorney General’s Office (AGO) recently contradicted this decision, issuing an opinion that lawyers cannot legally serve as coroners under the revised legislation.
  • The Prosecuting Attorney believes the county should comply with the AGO opinion.

Financials

  • There is no financial impact related to conducting the workshop.

Alternatives

  • The primary alternative to the current arrangement (PA serving as Coroner) is the subject of the requested workshop.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • October 7, 2024: Workshop requested.

Next Steps

  • Conduct the workshop to discuss options for the Coroner position.

Sources

  • James Kennedy - Prosecuting Attorney
  • Washington Attorney General’s Office (AGO)

Professional Services Agreement: Parent to Parent Services (Clallam Mosaic)

Topic Summary

Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH), Developmental Disabilities Program, is requesting approval for a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Clallam Mosaic. This agreement, spanning September 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, funds Parent to Parent Services aimed at supporting families and caregivers of children and adults with disabilities in Jefferson County.

Key Points

  • Clallam Mosaic will provide Parent to Parent Services, offering leadership, empathy, advocacy, education, referrals, and facilitation skills to those experiencing intellectual/developmental disabilities and their caregivers/parents/families.
  • Services include providing peer support, information, and resources from trained volunteer peer Helping Parents (H/Ps), adhering to Parent to Parent Best Practices.
  • Multicultural support (information/support in the parents’ primary language, as available) will be provided and enhanced.
  • Clallam Mosaic will recruit volunteer H/Ps, host at least one peer training using the approved state P2P training, and host support groups/meetings/trainings.

Financials

  • Total agreement amount: $18,008.
  • Term: September 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025.
  • Funding is provided by the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), through DSHS, categorized under Community Information and Education Services in the budget.
  • Budget Breakdown:
    • Parent to Parent Coordinator (32 hours/month @ $45.00/hour for 10 months): $14,400.00
    • Operating Costs (Incentives, Event Support, Professional Development): $2,750.00
    • Administration (5%): $858.00
    • Total Cost: $18,008.00

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • September 1, 2024: Agreement commenced.
  • June 30, 2025: Agreement ends.

Next Steps

  • JCPH requests Board approval of the Professional Services Agreement.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director
  • Anna McEnery - DD & BH Coordinator
  • Developmental Disabilities Administration, with DSHS
  • Clallam Mosaic

Professional Services Agreement: Therapeutic Courts Staff Training and Incentives (Salish BHS-ASO)

Topic Summary

Jefferson County Superior Court is requesting approval and delegation of authority for an agreement with Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (SBHASO). The $10,000 in Criminal Justice Treatment Account (CJTA) funds will reimburse the county for Therapeutic Court staff attendance at the AllRise Conference (national best practices training) and provide incentives for Therapeutic Court participants.

Key Points

  • The agreement receives $10,000.00 in Criminal Justice Treatment Account (CJTA) funding for the 2024 calendar year.
  • Funds cover reimbursement for staff attendance at the AllRise Conference (May 2024) for national best practices training.
  • Funds will also cover incentives for participants in Therapeutic Courts, aligning with evidence-based practices (educational, training, and pro-social incentives).
  • The contract includes comprehensive requirements for the contractor regarding compliance with state/federal laws (including HIPAA, 42 CFR Part 2 concerning confidentiality of substance use records), and rigorous policies on quality improvement, program integrity, and data security.
  • Therapeutic Courts using CJTA funds are required to allow all FDA-approved medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD), as deemed medically appropriate, and must have P&Ps that do not mandate titration or discontinuation as a condition of program participation or graduation (RCW 71.24.580).

Financials

  • Total Amount: $10,000.00 (Revenue and Expenditure).
  • Funding Source: Criminal Justice Treatment Account (CJTA).
  • The funding reimburses the county for costs already spent (conference attendance).

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • January 1, 2024: Contract term commenced.
  • May 2024: AllRise Conference attended by staff.
  • December 31, 2024: Contract term ends.

Next Steps

  • Adopt a motion to delegate signature authority to Superior Court Judge Brandon Mack.
  • Ratify the signature on the agreement.

Sources

  • Rebecca Marriott - Superior Court Administrator
  • Mark McCauley - County Administrator
  • Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (SBHASO)
  • Superior Court Judge Brandon Mack (Delegated Authority)
  • RCW 71.24.580, RCW 2.30.030, RCW 2.30.040

Professional Services Agreement: Early Intervention Services (Concerned Citizens)

Topic Summary

Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH), Developmental Disabilities Division, is requesting approval for a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Concerned Citizens, resulting from an RFQ process. This agreement is for $32,225.00 to provide therapeutic Early Intervention Services (EIS) during the biennium (September 20, 2023, through June 30, 2025) to children aged birth to three years experiencing developmental delays in Jefferson County.

Key Points

  • Concerned Citizens provides therapeutic services for children aged birth to three years with developmental delays.
  • Services required include: Multi-disciplinary Evaluation and Assessment (for children up to 2 years, 8 months), Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) development, and Specialized Services (OT, PT, speech-language therapy, specialized instruction).
  • Specialized Services must be provided to the maximum extent appropriate in natural environments (home/community settings).
  • The subcontractor must evaluate and document funding sources for intervention services, including private insurance, Medicaid/Apple Health, military benefits, and OSPI.
  • EIS Unit of Service (defined as one month of direct service, minimum 1 hour, maximum 3 hours, per eligible client) rate is subject to change: $426.45 (Sep 20, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024) and $500.00 (Jul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025).

Financials

  • Total Amount: $32,225.00 (Expenditure).
  • Maximum expenditure for 2023-2024: $16,125.00.
  • Maximum expenditure for 2024-2025: $16,125.00.
  • Funding Source: DSHS, Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), under Child Development Services in the County I/DD Program budget.
  • The County intends to be the "second payer of last resort" (documentation of other funding sources pursued by subcontractor is required).
  • The county shall reimburse on a unit rate basis, upon monthly billing using the DDA Services Report (ADSA) form.

Alternatives

  • The selection resulted from an RFQ (Request for Qualifications) process.

Community Input

  • The Jefferson County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board recommends funding this agreement.

Timeline

  • September 20, 2023: Agreement term commenced (work performed consistent with this date is ratified).
  • June 30, 2025: Agreement ends.

Next Steps

  • JCPH requests Board approval of the Professional Services Agreement.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director
  • Anna McEnery - DD & BH Coordinator
  • Concerned Citizens
  • DSHS, Developmental Disabilities Administration
  • Jefferson County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

Professional Services Agreement: Clinical Supervision for Harm Reduction Team (Annemarie Mende)

Topic Summary

Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is requesting approval for a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Annemarie Mende, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), to provide clinical supervision for a member of the JCPH Harm Reduction Team. The goal is for the employee, currently licensed as an associate, to complete 70 hours of supervision over the two-year term, enabling eligibility for LICSW licensure.

Key Points

  • JCPH is acting as the fiscal agency for a grant through the Department of Health (DOH).
  • The contractor (Annemarie Mende) will provide a total of 70 hours of social work supervision over 24 months (October 1, 2024 – October 30, 2026).
  • The supervision is for a JCPH Harm Reduction Team member, who currently holds an associate license.
  • Completion of 70 hours of supervision makes the employee eligible for an Independent Clinical Social Worker License (LICSW).
  • The contractor will meet with the employee 3 times monthly for 11 months and 2 times monthly for 1 month annually across the 24-month contract.

Financials

  • Total agreement amount: $5,950.00.
  • Cost Per Hour: $85.00 (70 hours total).
  • Funding Source: 100% funded through Public Health Workforce Development funding and Public Health Infrastructure Competencies funding.

Alternatives

  • The contractor was selected via an interview process for state-approved clinical supervision.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • October 1, 2024: Agreement commences.
  • October 30, 2026: Agreement concludes.

Next Steps

  • JCPH management requests approval of the PSA.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director
  • Denise Banker - Community Health Division Director
  • Annemarie Mende - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (Contractor)
  • Department of Health (DOH)

Professional Services Agreement: Human Growth and Development Education (Quilcene School District)

Topic Summary

Jefferson County Public Health (JCPH) is requesting approval for a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with the Quilcene School District (QSD) for JCPH staff to provide Human Growth and Development (HGD) and HIV/AIDS education classes during the 2024-2025 school year. This contract, totaling $8,979.90, ensures the district meets established state regulations, specifically the Healthy Youth Act of 2007.

Key Points

  • JCPH will provide age-appropriate HGD and HIV/AIDS education classes that comply with the Healthy Youth Act of 2007 and the "Guidelines for Sexual Health Information and Disease Prevention" developed by OSPI and DOH (2005).
  • JCPH staff will provide ongoing review and revision of the District’s HGD HIV/AIDS education plan.
  • Sessions provided include: 5th Grade (3 sessions HGD), 6th Grade (1 session HIV/AIDS), 7th Grade (1 session HIV/AIDS), 8th Grade (3 sessions HGD), 9th Grade (3 sessions HGD), plus Parent presentations.
  • Additional educational hours beyond the contracted scope may be purchased by the District at a rate of $49.41 per hour.

Financials

  • Total agreement amount: $8,979.90 (Revenue and Expenditure).
  • The district is charged this total amount for one public health educator's services, supplies, and travel.
  • Budget Breakdown: Salary & Benefits ($6,423.30), Supplies ($150.00), Travel ($334.31), Indirect ($2,072.28).
  • JCPH will bill $897.99 monthly due to variable scheduling.

Alternatives

  • The contract is exempt from the bid process.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • September 1, 2024: Agreement commences.
  • June 30, 2025: Agreement ends.

Next Steps

  • JCPH management requests approval of the PSA.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director
  • Denise Banker - Community Health Division Director
  • Quilcene School District, Ron Moag (Superintendent)
  • Healthy Youth Act of 2007

Gardiner Community Center Executive Board Member Appointments

Topic Summary

The Board of County Commissioners (BoCC) is discussing whether to continue the long-standing practice of appointing members to the Gardiner Community Center Board, as established by several historical resolutions (106-79, 64-07, 4-12, 20-17). Staff recommends rescinding these resolutions to allow the Gardiner Community Center Board to manage its own board structure and appointments, similar to the Port Townsend Senior Association.

Key Points

  • The Gardiner Community Center Board of Directors was established by BOCC Resolution No. 106-79 (November 13, 1979) to organize and oversee center activities, with final responsibility resting with the BOCC.
  • Historically, the Board consisted of seven members of the community appointed by the BOCC for staggered three-year terms.
  • Prior resolutions amended guidelines regarding absenteeism (Res. 64-07), temporary appointments (Res. 4-12), and established staggered calendar-year terms and clarified officer duties (Res. 20-17).
  • Currently, no County staff monitors or oversees the Gardiner Community Center Board meetings, and no Commissioner serves on the Board (operating similarly to the Port Townsend Senior Association).
  • The current 2023-2025 operating agreement would remain in effect even if the resolutions concerning board appointments are rescinded.
  • The Gardiner Community Center Board concurs with the recommendation to rescind the resolutions.

Financials

  • No fiscal impact from the proposed action to rescind the resolutions.
  • If the Commissioners choose to continue making appointments, staff will incur costs related to providing Open Public Meetings Act (OPMA) guidance, agenda preparation, and meeting posting/coordination.

Alternatives

  • Alternative 1: Continue the historical practice of making appointments and allocating staff time/resources for OPMA compliance and coordination.

Community Input

  • The Gardiner Community Center Board concurs with the recommendation to rescind the resolutions.

Timeline

  • November 13, 1979: Original Resolution No. 106-79 established the Board.
  • October 7, 2024: Discussion and potential action requested.

Next Steps

  • Discuss and take action to rescind Resolutions No. 106-79, No. 64-07, No. 4-12, and No. 20-17 so that the Gardiner Community Center may manage its board structure internally.

Sources

  • Carolyn Gallaway - Clerk of the Board
  • Mark McCauley - County Administrator
  • Multiple Historical Resolutions (106-79, 64-07, 4-12, 20-17)

Proclamation: Mental Illness Awareness Week

Topic Summary

The Board is requested to approve a proclamation designating October 6-12, 2024, as Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) in Jefferson County. This annual observance, sponsored by NAMI, is intended to raise awareness, fight stigma, promote early diagnosis/treatment, and recognize World Mental Health Day on October 10th.

Key Points

  • Mental health is part of overall health, with approximately one in five adults and one in six youth experiencing a mental health issue annually.
  • Suicide is the 10th leading cause of death nationally (2nd among young adults), and 90% of suicide victims showed symptoms of a mental health condition.
  • The proclamation recognizes the role of the COVID-19 pandemic in contributing to increased mental health challenges across all age groups in the County.
  • MIAW aims to increase understanding, fight stigma, and promote early intervention and treatment.
  • The local NAMI chapter (NAMI Jefferson County), Discovery Behavioral Healthcare, community partners, and legislators collaborate in this effort.
  • October 10, 2024, is World Mental Health Day.

Financials

  • There is no fiscal impact to Jefferson County.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • Patrick Johnson, President of local NAMI, is listed to present the proclamation.

Timeline

  • October 6-12, 2024: Declared Mental Illness Awareness Week.
  • October 10, 2024: Declared World Mental Health Day.

Next Steps

  • Approve the proclamation.

Sources

  • Adiel McKnight - Deputy Clerk of the Board
  • Patrick Johnson - President of local NAMI

Proclamation: Community Planning Month

Topic Summary

The Board is asked to approve a proclamation recognizing October 2024 as Community Planning Month in Jefferson County, coinciding with the national observance. The proclamation acknowledges that planning helps manage community change, provides better choices for residents, and thanks professionals and volunteers dedicated to planning efforts.

Key Points

  • Community Planning Month publicly recognizes the dedication of planning commission members and other volunteers who contribute time and expertise.
  • Planning is seen as a way to manage constant change and provide better choices for how people work and live.
  • Effective planning requires support from elected and appointed officials.
  • The celebration aligns with National Community Planning Month (APA sponsored).

Financials

  • None specified.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • Josh Peters, DCD Director, is listed to present the proclamation.

Timeline

  • October 2024: Declared Community Planning Month.

Next Steps

  • Review and adopt the proposed proclamation.

Sources

  • Josh Peters, AICP - DCD Director
  • American Planning Association (APA)

Proclamation: National Disability Employment Month

Topic Summary

Jefferson County Public Health, Developmental Disabilities Division, and the Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board requested a proclamation declaring October 2024 as National Disability Employment Month. The proclamation recognizes the contributions of employees with intellectual/developmental disabilities and businesses that employ them, supporting inclusive and robust economic development.

Key Points

  • The proclamation aims to educate the community about disability employment issues and celebrate the contributions of employees with intellectual/developmental and other disabilities.
  • Individuals with disabilities represent 12.9% of the Washington State population.
  • Labor force participation gaps are cited: 6% of working-age Washingtonians with disabilities are employed, compared to 94% of persons without a disability. Nationally, the employment rate is 19.1% for persons with disabilities versus 63.7% for persons without.
  • The County specifically recognizes 18 local businesses/organizations for employing people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, including Anchor, ACI Boats, Jefferson Healthcare, QFC, and YMCA of Jefferson County.
  • The effort supports diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and economic self-sufficiency.

Financials

  • None specified.

Alternatives

None specified.

Community Input

  • The Jefferson County Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board and the Supported Employment Provider, Cascade Community Connections, are noted as proponents.

Timeline

  • October 2024: Declared National Disability Employment Month.

Next Steps

  • Approve the proclamation.

Sources

  • Apple Martine - Public Health Director
  • Anna McEnery - DD & BH Coordinator
  • Cascade Community Connections (Supported Employment Provider)

Coroner Duties and Attorney General Opinion

Topic Summary

The Prosecuting Attorney is requesting a discussion/workshop regarding forthcoming necessary changes to the implementation of the Coroner/Prosecuting Attorney position, following a Washington Attorney General’s Office (AGO) opinion. The AGO's opinion states that recent legislative revisions make it illegal for lawyers to serve as county coroners, overriding the County’s previous plan.

Key Points

  • The Legislature revised the statute addressing county coroners.
  • Jefferson County previously planned to implement the revised statute while retaining the Prosecuting Attorney as the Coroner.
  • The Washington AGO issued an opinion stating that it is illegal for lawyers to be coroners under the new legislation.
  • The Prosecuting Attorney is requesting a workshop to comply with the AGO opinion and discuss alternative options for performing the Coroner duties.

Financials

  • There is no financial impact identified related to holding the workshop.

Alternatives

  • The primary alternative to the current arrangement (PA serving as Coroner) is the subject of the requested workshop.

Community Input

None specified.

Timeline

  • October 7, 2024: Discussion and potential action requested.

Next Steps

  • Conduct the workshop.

Sources

  • James Kennedy - Prosecuting Attorney
  • Mark McCauley - County Administrator
  • Washington Attorney General’s Office (AGO)

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