Clallam County public meetings in 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on a resolution to restore $985,560 in budget authority for Public Works roads that was inadvertently reduced during the budget process on December 6, 2022. The board will also consider several resolutions, including reauthorizing the Crescent Community Advisory Council, reappointing members to advisory committees, and approving agreements for broadband and water supply projects.

• Public hearing on resolution to restore $985,560 in road budget authority
• Resolution reauthorizing the Crescent Community Advisory Council and restructuring membership
• Agreement with Clallam County PUD for Carlsborg Regional Water Supply
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Commerce for Clallam County Broadband
• Agreement with Washington State Public Works Broadband Program for Clallam County Broadband

The Board of County Commissioners approved a debatable emergency to restore budget authority for Public Works Roads. They also approved several broadband and water supply agreements and reappointed members to various advisory boards.

• Adopted resolution restoring $985,560 in Public Works Roads budget authority
• Approved agreement with Clallam County PUD for Carlsborg Regional Water Supply
• Approved agreements with WA Dept of Commerce and WA Public Works Broadband Program for Clallam County Broadband
• Approved agreement amendment 9 with Department of Health
• Adopted resolution authorizing the Board of Equalization to convene
• Adopted resolution restructuring the Crescent Community Advisory Council
• Approved Clallam County vote for Board of Natural Resources counties representative
• Appointed/reappointed members to Solid Waste, Sewer, Park and Recreation, Behavioral Health, Permit, and Lodging Tax advisory boards

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss and vote on several administrative items, including closing the Assessor's Office petty cash and cash funds totaling $125, approving a no-cost time extension for a stormwater project, and making appointments to various committees. The agenda also includes a discussion on the county's vote for a Board of Natural Resources representative.

• Resolution to close Assessor's Office petty cash ($25) and cash fund ($100)
• Agreement amendment 2 with Department of Ecology for Stormwater Phase I Project (no-cost time extension to Jan 31, 2023)
• Agreement with North Olympic Land Trust for Conservation Futures Program – Mid Valley Farm
• Appointment of Kim Reynolds to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Bruce Emery to Housing Solutions Committee

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider approving November check registers totaling over $1.03 million across multiple housing programs, and a resolution to write off outstanding accounts receivable. The meeting will be held virtually only due to weather conditions.

• Approve November check registers totaling $1,031,362.17 for programs including Public Housing, Section 8 Vouchers, and various apartment properties
• Resolution #PHA-2022-28 to write off outstanding accounts receivable
• Approve Executive Director Sarah Martinez's November timesheet
• Approve November Regular Meeting minutes
• Approve November Outpost check register of $2,140.13

The Board of Commissioners approved a resolution to write off outstanding accounts receivable. The board also approved the November timesheet, November regular meeting minutes, and November check registers.

• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-28 to write off outstanding AR (Voice vote)
• Approved November Regular Meeting Minutes (Voice vote)
• Approved Executive Director Sarah Martinez November Timesheet (Voice vote)
• Approved November Check Registers through Public Plaza Operating (Voice vote)
• Approved November Outpost Check Register (Voice vote)

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health will receive presentations on the stigma of substance use disorders and on sheltering needs, and will discuss future agenda items including vaccination rates, air quality, and climate change. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from October and November 2022 and election of officers at the next meeting.

• Presentation: Olympic Community of Health on stigma of substance use disorders
• Presentation: Serenity House and Olympic Community Action Programs on sheltering needs
• Presentation: Coroner's Office and Clallam County Prosecutor on coroner operations
• Discussion of future agenda items: vaccination rates, air quality and noise ordinance, climate change
• Election of Chair/Vice-Chair scheduled for January 17, 2023 meeting

The Board of Health was unable to take action on the agenda or approve previous meeting minutes because a quorum was not present. The session consisted of presentations and discussions only.

• Approval of agenda: No action due to no quorum
• Approval of October 18 and November 15, 2022 minutes: No action due to no quorum

Clallam County Finance Committee

The Clallam County Finance Committee will meet to discuss an update on investment policy changes and review revenue and expenditure reports. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and an investment report presentation.

• Investment policy changes update
• Revenue/expenditure report review
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2022

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The board reviewed minutes from October 12, 2022, and discussed a structural change to the Department of Community Development under Bruce Emery, as well as the appointment of Rebecca Mahan as administrative support. They also received updates on approved projects from the North Olympic Land Trust and discussed the next call for Conservation Futures funding applications.

• Discussion of structural change to DCD under Bruce Emery
• Appointment of Rebecca Mahan as administrative support
• Update on approved projects (Gloria A. Davis Family LP and Nash McManus)
• Discussion of next call for Conservation Futures funding applications

The board adopted the meeting agenda and approved the minutes from October 12, 2022. Members received updates on new staff and the Board of Commissioners' agreement with updated terms. Staff provided reports on two funded applications and two projects.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Approved October 12, 2022 minutes as modified

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on seven Current Use Assessment applications, including one new enrollment and six reclassifications from Farm and Agriculture or Designated Forest Land. The commission will also continue a work session discussion on sign code design standards. The meeting includes public comment periods.

• Public hearing on 7 Current Use Assessment applications (1 new, 6 reclassifications) with estimated tax shifts ranging from $47.59 to $4,057.75
• Continued work session discussion on sign code design standards
• Approval of October 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Announcements on 2023 calendar and DCD director appointment process

The Planning Commission voted to forward six current use assessment permit applications for approval. The commission also discussed the Sign Code and scheduled a workshop for February.

• Approved recommendation to forward six current use assessment permits (7-0)
• Approved minutes from November 16, 2022

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Clallam County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updates on the 'Clallam County Together' initiative, including sub-committees for response cards and events. They will also hear a community partner update from Morningside and receive county reports on supported employment and community inclusion services. No action items are scheduled.

• Discussion of 'Clallam County Together' initiative with sub-committees
• Update on Morningside's Eye on Empowerment Program
• Outcome report for October 2022 on Individual Supported Employment and Community Inclusion
• Announcement that DDA clients can receive Community Inclusion and Individualized Supported Employment services concurrently starting January 1, 2023
• Reappointment of Skye Eastman to the committee

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 11, 2022. No substantive action items were decided during the meeting. The board received updates on employment programs and state agency client data.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved October 11, 2022 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings on four ordinance repeals (pawnbrokers, dance halls, amusement devices) and a fee schedule amendment. They will also consider agreements for a marine vessel, boating safety patrols, and disaster response, plus a resolution to void old warrants and appoint a conservation board member.

• Ordinance repealing Chapter 7.02 Pawnbrokers
• Ordinance repealing Chapter 7.12 Dance Halls
• Ordinance repealing Chapter 7.16 Amusement Devices
• Ordinance amending Consolidated Fee Schedule for Auditor's Office (510-A)
• Resolution calling for Dec 27 hearing on $985,560 budget emergency for Public Works Roads

The Board of County Commissioners repealed three county code chapters regarding pawnbrokers, dance halls, and amusement devices. They also approved several state agreements and scheduled a hearing for a $1,998,560 budget restoration for Public Works Roads.

• Repealed Chapter 7.02 Pawnbrokers
• Repealed Chapter 7.12 Dance Halls
• Repealed Chapter 7.16 Amusement Devices
• Adopted amendments to Policy 950 - Veterans' Assistance
• Amended Auditor's Office Service Fee Schedule 510-A
• Approved agreement with Inventech Marine Solutions, LLC for aluminum vessel
• Approved agreement with WA State Parks and Recreation Commission for marine boating safety patrols
• Scheduled Dec 27 hearing to restore $1,998,560 in Public Works - Roads budget authority

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss proposed budget emergencies to be considered on December 27, including restoring $985,560 in road funds. They will also review a pre-application for a $190,659 Comprehensive Community Drug Checking Project grant from the University of Washington. Several advisory board appointments and agreements for water supply and broadband are on the agenda.

• Discussion of proposed budget emergencies, including restoring $985,560 for Public Works Roads
• Pre-application questionnaire for $190,659 Comprehensive Community Drug Checking Project grant
• Agreement with Clallam County PUD for Carlsborg Regional Water Supply
• Agreements with Washington State Department of Commerce and Public Works Broadband Program for Clallam County Broadband
• Resolution reauthorizing the Crescent Community Advisory Council and restructuring membership

Trails Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee will discuss Washington State Recreation Conservation Office trail grants and review accomplishments, gaps, and potential routes for the Olympic Discovery Trail from Elwha River Bridge to Gossett Road. The meeting also includes updates on trail projects and maintenance reports.

• Discussion of RCO trail grants with area grant staff
• Review of ODT-Elwha River Bridge to Gossett Road section: accomplishments, corridor gaps, conceptual routes, and needs/challenges
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 7 and October 5, 2022
• Updates on ODT improvement/expansion projects and volunteer trail crew maintenance

The committee approved the November 2, 2022, meeting minutes. Members discussed trail corridor acquisitions for the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and reviewed potential state grant opportunities for 2024. The committee also reviewed current trail gaps and maintenance reports.

• Approved November 2, 2022, minutes

Budget Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold public hearings on the 2023 Proposed Final Budget on December 6, 2022 at 10:30am and 5pm, with adoption possible that evening or by December 13. The $54.8 million General Fund budget projects a $1.3 million decrease in reserves, ending with a $10.5 million fund balance. Revenue is projected at $53.5 million, with sales tax growth assumed at 2% and property taxes increasing 2.83%.

• Public hearings on 2023 Proposed Final Budget set for Dec. 6 at 10:30am and 5pm
• General Fund projects $53.5M revenue, $54.8M expenditures, ending balance of $10.5M
• Sales tax growth assumed at 2% for 2023, down from 7.2% projected for 2022
• Property taxes to increase 2.83% with 1% levy growth plus new construction
• Investment interest income expected to rise significantly due to higher Treasury yields

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2023 Clallam County budget, including emergency appropriations. They will also set 2023 levy rates for Veteran's Relief, Developmental Disabilities, and Land Assessment funds. Other actions include appointing a County Road Engineer, approving a right-of-way land purchase along Hoko-Ozette Road, and authorizing debatable emergencies for jail medical staffing and road construction overtime.

• Resolution adopting the 2023 Clallam County Budget and emergency appropriations
• Resolution establishing 2023 levy rates for Veteran's Relief, Developmental Disabilities, and Land Assessment funds
• Land purchase agreement with Barber/Eubank for a right-of-way along Hoko-Ozette Road
• Resolution authorizing $65,299 for Sheriff's Jail Medical temporary staffing and $83,500 for Public Works Roads overtime as debatable emergencies
• Resolution appointing Joseph E. Donisi as County Road Engineer

The Board adopted the 2023 Clallam County Budget and associated Emergency Appropriations. Other actions included appointing the county Road Engineer and approving several land and waste management agreements.

• Adopted 2023 Clallam County Budget and Budget Emergency Appropriations
• Appointed Joseph E. Donisi as county Road Engineer
• Approved $10,000 annual dues agreement with Evergreen Forest County Group
• Approved land purchase agreement with Barber/Eubank for Hoko-Ozette Road right-of-way
• Approved easement agreement with Clallam County PUD No. 1 for Towne Road power pole
• Approved solid waste management agreement amendment with Department of Ecology and grant with Washington State University
• Adopted $65,299 for Sheriff Jail Medical and $83,500 for Public Works Roads as Debatable Emergencies
• Adopted 2023 levy rates for Veteran's Relief, Developmental Disabilities and Land Assessment Funds

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will meet to confirm funding priorities for 2023-2025, hear a presentation on Vancouver's Safe Parking program, and receive an update from the Anchor Community Initiative. The meeting includes public comment and is open virtually.

• Confirm funding priorities for 2023-2025
• Vancouver Safe Parking presentation by Jamie Spinelli
• Presentation from Anchor Community Initiative by Sam Schroeder and Jesse Charles
• Future agenda includes respite care discussion and election of officers

The Homelessness Task Force established four primary funding priorities for 2023 through 2025. The group also reviewed a presentation on safe parking sites and the Anchor Community Initiative.

• Approved 2023-2025 funding priorities: Shelters, Housing, Support Services, and Safe Parking/Camping (Majority)
• Approved agenda as presented (Majority)
• Approved November 1, 2022 minutes as presented (Majority)

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will review and approve the notice, press release, and proposed changes to the Heritage Grant Application form for the 2023 grant cycle. The board is also set to approve minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural.

• Review and approve notice and press release for Heritage Advisory Board grant applications
• Review and approve proposed changes to Heritage Grant Application form
• Approval of minutes from November 7, 2022 meeting

The board approved modifications to the 2023 grant application and checklist. Members discussed a press release for the 2023 Heritage Fund and a letter of support for the Rayonier Locomotive #4 project. The January meeting was rescheduled to January 9, 2023.

• Approved edits to 2023 Grant Application and Checklist (unanimous)
• Rescheduled January meeting to January 9, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. (unanimous)
• Approved modified agenda (unanimous)
• Approved November 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss and act on several items, including appointing Joseph E. Donisi as the new County Road Engineer, authorizing the auditor to void unclaimed warrants from 2020-2021, and approving agreements for marine patrols and disaster response. They will also receive updates on the Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration Project and noxious weeds.

• Resolution appointing Joseph E. Donisi as County Road Engineer
• Resolution authorizing Auditor to void $2,223 in unclaimed warrants from July 2020-June 2021
• Agreement with Inventech Marine Solutions for an aluminum vessel
• Agreement with Washington State Parks for marine boating safety patrols
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department for extreme weather and natural disaster response

Housing Solutions Committee

The Clallam County Housing Solutions Committee will hold a retreat to set goals, outcomes, and metrics for 2023. The committee will review draft goals, prioritize top three objectives, and form subcommittees with actionable steps and timelines. Key focus areas include increasing housing supply, expanding affordable housing for low-income households, and creating a task force on short-term rental policies.

• Goal to increase year-over-year new housing unit starts by 50%
• Target of adding 100 new affordable housing units per year countywide
• Proposal to establish a county-level land bank for housing development
• Plan to create a multi-jurisdictional task force on short-term rental policies
• Discussion of legislative policy agenda based on October 20 listening session

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 4, 2022. The remainder of the meeting consisted of reports and presentations regarding goal setting and subcommittee work groups.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved November 4, 2022 minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold public hearings to set 2023 property tax levies for general, road, and conservation funds, and consider declaring several budget emergencies to cover costs including affordable housing facilitation, jail medical care, and election printing. Commissioners will also vote on agreements for emergency management, a patrol vessel, and fairgrounds upgrades, plus appointments and reappointments to various boards.

• Public hearing on 2023 General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures property tax levies
• Debatable emergencies totaling over $800,000, including $50,000 for affordable housing facilitator, $76,023 for jail medical, and $38,500 for election printing
• Agreement with U.S. Department of Homeland Security for emergency management
• Agreement with Washington State Parks for patrol vessel replacement
• Resolution adopting 2023 Annual Construction Project

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources presents its 2022 third-quarter income report for Clallam County, detailing revenue from timber and non-timber sources on state forestlands. The report includes a list of timber sales under contract, their estimated values, and the county's share of revenue. This is a presentation of financial data, not a decision or discussion item.

• $1,291,579.02 in total revenue distributed to Clallam County in Q3 2022
• $4,177,637.00 in total revenue accrued for Clallam County in 2022 as of September 30
• $8,990,973.21 net value of state forestland timber under contract in Clallam County
• 93,018 acres of state forest transfer lands and 242 acres of state forest purchase lands in Clallam County
• Multiple timber sales listed with contract numbers, sale dates, and estimated county revenue shares

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss and vote on adopting the 2023 Annual Construction Program, a list of road projects totaling $8.3 million. They will also consider a land purchase for right-of-way along Hoko-Ozette Road, an easement for a PUD power pole on Towne Road, and a resolution setting 2023 levy rates for Veteran's Relief, Developmental Disabilities, and Land Assessment funds. A screening committee recommendation for the Department of Community Development Director position will be presented.

• Resolution adopting the 2023 Annual Construction Program ($8,331,000 total)
• Land purchase agreement with Barber/Eubank for right-of-way along Hoko-Ozette Road
• Easement agreement with Clallam County PUD No. 1 for a power pole on Towne Road
• Resolution establishing 2023 levy rates for Veteran's Relief, Developmental Disabilities, and Land Assessment Funds
• Screening committee recommendation for Department of Community Development Director position

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold hearings on December 6 to consider amending the Parks Department fee schedule, selling surplus property, and updating the Investment Policy. They will also adopt budget reductions and revisions for roads and other departments, and consider emergency funding for jail medical staffing and road construction overtime. Additionally, the board will appoint members to several advisory committees and a screening committee for a new Community Development director.

• Hearing on ordinance amending Parks Department Fee Schedule 205-A
• Call for hearing on sale of surplus property (December 6)
• Budget reduction of $1,262,560 for Public Works - Roads
• Debatable emergency funding: $65,299 for Sheriff Jail Medical and $83,500 for Public Works Roads overtime
• Resolution appointing screening committee for Director of Department of Community Development

The Board approved an ordinance amending the Parks Department Fee Schedule and an agreement amendment with the Department of Health for COVID-19. Several appointments to advisory committees were confirmed, and notices were issued for upcoming budget reductions and hearings.

• Adopted ordinance amending Parks Department Fee Schedule 205-A
• Approved agreement amendment B with Department of Health for COVID-19
• Appointed Dan McCarty to the Fair Advisory Board
• Reappointed Steven W. Johnson to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee
• Appointed Elizabeth A. Cusanelli to the Trails Advisory Committee
• Reappointed Marsha Melnick to the Olympic Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council
• Reappointed Patrick Shawn McCourt to the Housing Solutions Committee
• Issued notice for budget reductions and revisions to be adopted December 6

Marine Resources Committee

The Clallam Marine Resources Committee (MRC) will meet to discuss an upcoming retreat and a Shore Friendly focus group. The committee will also receive an update from the Northwest Straits Commission (NWSC) and consider approval of October meeting minutes. No project updates are currently scheduled for discussion.

• Discussion of Clallam MRC Retreat
• Discussion of Shore Friendly focus group
• NWSC October monthly meeting update by Alan Clark
• Approval of October meeting minutes

The committee approved the October meeting minutes and established a subcommittee to assist the Shore Friendly program with landowner outreach and workshop scheduling. Members discussed planning a future committee retreat and reviewed updates on kelp, biotoxins, and forage fish projects.

• Approved October meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Formed subcommittee for shoreline outreach consisting of Ed Bowlby, Mary Sue Brancato, Mike Doherty, and Bob Vreeland

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss revisions to the Conservation Futures application form and a staffing plan to support the advisory board and applicants. They will also receive briefings and set public hearings for December on repealing county codes for pawnbrokers, dance halls, and amusement devices, and on amending the veterans' assistance policy and the consolidated fee schedule. Other items include agreements for a utility easement with Port Angeles, COVID funding for fairgrounds upgrades, and a patrol vessel replacement with State Parks.

• Discussion of revised Conservation Futures application and staff support plan
• Briefing and call for hearing to repeal Clallam County Code Chapter 7.02 Pawnbrokers
• Briefing and call for hearing to repeal Clallam County Code Chapter 7.12 Dance Halls
• Agreement with Washington Festivals & Events Association for COVID funding for Fairgrounds First Aid Building upgrades
• Resolution authorizing expenditures from Hotel Motel Tax Fund for approved 2023 Lodging Tax Funding Applications

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a work session to continue discussion on Sign Code standards and staff recommendations, including potential design standards for signs. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of previous minutes. No public hearings or unfinished business are scheduled.

• Continued work session on Sign Code standards and staff recommendations
• Discussion of design standards for signs, including framing materials and aesthetics
• Questions posed on electronic sign brightness, message change frequency, and animation
• Potential scheduling of a public workshop for January 18, 2023
• Public comment periods at beginning and end of meeting

The commission held a work session to discuss desired standards for the Sign Code. Staff were advised to revise the definition of sign area and add landscaping requirements for monument signs. No formal votes or final decisions were recorded.

• Approved October 19, 2022 minutes

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority board will consider two resolutions: one to enter into a leasing agent agreement, and another requesting a review by the Health Care Authority. The meeting also includes approval of check registers totaling over $1.17 million and the director's report.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-26: Approval to Enter into Leasing Agent Agreement
• Resolution #PHA-2022-27: Requesting Review by the Health Care Authority
• Approve October check registers totaling $1,166,344.24 for various properties and programs
• Approve October Outpost check register totaling $12,454.34

The Board approved two resolutions regarding a leasing agent agreement and a request for review by the Health Care Authority. The Board also approved the October timesheet, meeting minutes, and check registers.

• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-26 to enter into Leasing Agent Agreement (Voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-27 requesting review by the Health Care Authority (Voice vote)
• Approved October Executive Director timesheet, October Regular Meeting Minutes, and October Check Registers through Public Plaza Operating (Voice vote)
• Approved October Outpost Check Register (Voice vote, Commissioner Tinker abstained)

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health will meet on November 15, 2022, to discuss expectations and deliverables. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment periods, but no public hearings or presentations are scheduled.

• Discussion on expectations and deliverables
• Future agenda items include Olympic Medical Center, vaccination rates, air quality and noise ordinance, climate change, and behavioral health organization update
• Meeting will be held in person and virtually via Zoom and live stream

The Board approved the meeting agenda and reviewed the legal responsibilities and powers of local health boards under RCW 70.05.060. The meeting included updates on COVID-19 case rates and staffing in the Environmental Health Department.

• Approved the meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
• Tabled approval of October 18, 2022 draft minutes until December 20, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will discuss proposed budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies to be adopted on November 29. Items include a $2.4 million reduction for the City of Forks wastewater treatment project, reallocation of $600,000 in ARPA funds, and emergency funding for affordable housing, boat motors, and jail medical costs. The board will also hold an executive session on November 17 regarding a potential real estate purchase for a Sheriff's Emergency Operations Center.

• Budget reduction of $2,375,610 from the Opportunity Fund for the City of Forks wastewater treatment facility project
• Reallocation of $600,000 in ARPA funding for new projects
• Debatable emergency of $50,000 for a contracted facilitator for the Clallam County Housing Solutions Committee
• Debatable emergency of $49,863 for two new Yamaha boat motors for the Sheriff's VRF Boating Program
• Executive session on November 17 to discuss potential real estate purchase for Sheriff's Emergency Operations Center

The Board authorized the negotiation of a purchase and sales agreement for a Joint Emergency Operations Center. The Board also issued notices for budget reductions, revisions, and supplemental appropriations to be adopted on November 29, and called for a hearing on several budget emergencies.

• Authorized Right-of-way agent Linda Capps to negotiate purchase and sales agreement for Joint Emergency Operations Center
• Authorized Commissioner Ozias to sign documents for the Emergency Operations Center purchase
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes (unanimous)
• Issued notice of budget reductions for 2021 Cost Allocation plan and City of Forks wastewater project
• Issued notice of budget revisions including ARPA funding and Sheriff's portable radios
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations for Emergency Communication Tax and Sheriff's Emergency Services
• Adopted resolution for November 29 hearing on budget emergencies including affordable housing and jail medical costs

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing financial projections for the Hotel/Motel Fund and discussing 2023 funding requests. The committee is also receiving a project update regarding the Strategic Tourism Plan.

• Review of 2023 Hotel/Motel Lodging Tax Funding requests
• Strategic Tourism Plan request for proposal update
• $120,000 grant application prepared for LTAC review
• Peninsula Trails Coalition funding update

The committee approved allocating $1.4 million toward 2023 funding requests. Members recommended specific funding amounts for 16 different applicants, including tourism bureaus, chambers of commerce, and county departments.

• Approved allocating 1.4 million towards 2023 funding requests
• Recommended $750,000 for Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau (Annual Budget Request)
• Recommended $250,000 for Clallam County Roads/Public Works Department
• Recommended $120,000 for Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau (Tourism Plan Request)
• Recommended $45,000 for Port Angeles Waterfront Center dba Field Arts & Events Hall
• Recommended $43,000 for Clallam County Fair and Parks (Multiple requests)
• Recommended $35,000 for Forks Chamber of Commerce
• Recommended $30,000 each for Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Club and Lincoln Park BMX Association

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Clallam County Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet on November 8, 2022, to review the 2021 Behavioral Health Fund Data Report and continue discussions on funding structure and data reporting. The board will also address position vacancies for a Tribal Representative, a WA Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) representative, and a private provider of substance use disorder services. The meeting will be held in person and virtually, with public comment available.

• 2021 Behavioral Health Fund Data Report presented by Kitsap Public Health District Epidemiologist Amanda Tjemsland
• Continued discussion on funding structure and data reporting
• Position vacancies: Tribal Representative, WA DCYF, and Private Provider of Substance Use Disorders Services

The board approved the meeting agenda and the September 13, 2022, minutes. Members discussed inaccuracies in the 2021 Behavioral Health Fund Data Report and the future of funding structures for in-county programs. No final decisions on funding changes were made, as that authority remains with the Board of County Commissioners.

• Approved meeting agenda (Majority)
• Approved September 13, 2022 minutes (Majority)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a hearing to adopt the Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program and set hearings for property tax levies and the 2023 county budget. The agenda also includes appointments to several advisory boards and committees, and a call for a hearing on amending the Parks Department fee schedule.

• Hearing to adopt the Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program
• Call for hearing on property tax levies (General Purpose, Road Fund, Conservation Futures) for Nov. 29
• Call for hearing on adopting the 2023 Clallam County Budget for Dec. 6
• Call for hearing on amending the Consolidated Fee Schedule for Parks Department (Nov. 22)
• Appointments to Behavioral Health, Board of Health, Homelessness Task Force, and other advisory boards

The Board of County Commissioners approved the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program and several advisory board appointments. The Board also issued notices for upcoming public hearings regarding the 2023 budget and property tax levies.

• Adopted Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• Approved agreement modification 2 with Olympic National Forest for work crew services
• Approved agreement amendment 1 with Peninsula Trails Coalition for Hotel/Motel Funding
• Approved temporary easement with WSDOT for Lake Aldwell boat launch
• Issued notice for Nov 22 hearing on Park Department Fee Schedule 205-A
• Issued notice for Nov 29 hearing on General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures property tax levies
• Issued notice for Dec 6 hearing on 2023 Clallam County Budget
• Appointed members to Behavioral Health, Board of Health, Developmental Disabilities, Homelessness Task Force, Marine Resources, and Library boards

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will discuss a draft timetable for the 2023 grant cycle and proposed changes to the Heritage Grant Application form. The board previously debated eligibility criteria and application checklist revisions at its October meeting.

• Review of draft 2023 grant timeline with application release in January and BOCC approval in April
• Proposed changes to Heritage Grant Application form including revised checklist and project phase requirements
• Discussion of eligibility for grant funding and application completeness standards
• Consideration of adding professional standards guidelines from Thurston County
• Review of October 3, 2022 meeting minutes

The board approved the October 3, 2022, meeting minutes. Members reviewed and edited the 2023 grant timetable and discussed changes to the Heritage Grant Application form and checklist.

• Approved modified agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Edited 2023 grant timetable to remove redundant information
• Discussed Heritage Grant Application form and checklist changes for future BOCC submission

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will discuss an amendment to the Department of Health COVID-19 contract, set public hearings for selling surplus property and adopting the 2023 budget, and consider appointments to advisory boards. The agenda also includes a review of the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project and a letter regarding Miller Peninsula State Park.

• Agreement amendment 8 with Department of Health for COVID-19 (no budget change)
• Call for hearing on sale of surplus property (December 6, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.)
• Call for hearing on 2023 Clallam County Budget (December 6, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.)
• Call for hearing on property tax levies (November 29, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.)
• Letter to Washington Parks and Recreation Commission regarding Miller Peninsula State Park

Housing Solutions Committee

The Clallam County Housing Solutions Committee will hear an informational presentation on the Peninsula Housing Authority's Mutual Self-Help Housing Program, which uses USDA grants to help low-income households build homes. The committee will also plan a December retreat focused on goal setting, increasing housing supply, and creating a multi-jurisdictional task force on short-term rental policies. Additionally, they will discuss legislative policy priorities based on a recent listening session.

• Peninsula Housing Authority Self-Help Fund presentation: program has completed over 125 homes since 2007, requests ARPA funds to cover operating shortfall from COVID-19
• Retreat planning for December 2, 2022, at Port Angeles School District Building, Room 208
• Discussion of preliminary goals: increase housing supply, increase affordable housing for low-income households, create multi-jurisdictional task force on short-term rental policies
• Legislative policy agenda discussion based on October 20 listening session results
• Approval of October 7, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from October 7, 2022. Members received briefings on the Peninsula Housing Authority Self Help Fund and discussed goals for an upcoming December retreat and legislative policy. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved October 7, 2022 minutes

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will hold its regular meeting on November 2, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fair Kitchen at the Clallam County Fairgrounds, with virtual participation available via Zoom. Agenda items include committee reports on advertising, camping, and hospitality, as well as new business on holding meetings in November and January. Other items include a proposal for 2023 gate fees and ticketed events (Rodeo, Saturday Evening Headliner, Demolition Derby), Wilder and Sunny Farms stages, and WSFA Fair Convention reports.

• 2023 Gate Fees Proposal and Ticketed Events – Rodeo, Saturday Evening Headliner, and Demolition Derby – 2023 Fair Major Event Schedule
• Holding Fair Board Meetings in November and January
• Wilder and Sunny Farms Stages
• No Fair Board Meeting in December
• WSFA Fair Convention Reports

The board approved proposed gate fees for 2023 and authorized a beer garden for Friday and Saturday during the rodeo and headliner act. Tara West was appointed as the Official Fair Photographer, and the board voted to hold meetings in November and January.

• Approved proposed 2023 gate fees
• Approved beer garden for Friday and Saturday during rodeo and headliner act
• Appointed Tara West as Official Fair Photographer
• Approved holding meetings in November and January (excluding December)
• Approved minutes as presented

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss a report on findings and recommendations from an interagency public process regarding e-bike use on non-motorized natural surface trails and closed roads open to bicycles on DNR and WDFW-managed lands. The agenda also includes updates on trail projects and maintenance, including the ODT-Forks to La Push project and Kugel Creek Culvert Replacement.

• Report on findings and recommendations for e-bike use on non-motorized natural surface trails and closed roads on DNR and WDFW lands
• ODT improvement/expansion project updates
• County Volunteer ODT/OAT Trail Crew Maintenance Project Reports
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 7 and October 5, 2022

The committee approved the minutes from September 7 and October 5, 2022. Members received updates on Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) acquisitions, grant applications, and maintenance reports. The committee also discussed a legislative report regarding e-bike use on DNR and WDFW managed lands.

• Approved September 7, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved October 5, 2022 meeting minutes

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Park and Recreation Advisory Board will meet on November 1, 2022, to discuss and consider changes to the 2023 Camp Fee Schedule and Camp David Jr. reservation policies. Staff will also report on the Camp David Jr. Campership Program, grant submittals and awards, and LTAC 2023 Parks Proposals. The meeting will be held in the Board of Commissioners Meeting Room and virtually via Zoom.

• 2023 Camp Fee Schedule Changes
• Camp David Jr. Reservation Policy Changes
• Camp David Jr. Campership Program/Organization
• Grant Submittals and Grant Awards
• LTAC 2023 Parks Proposals

The Board unanimously approved the 2023 Parks Fee Schedule and a plan to use the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for future annual fee adjustments. The update includes a new three-tier priority reservation system and fee modifications for Camp David Jr. The Board also approved the minutes from the September 27, 2022, meeting.

• Approved 2023 Parks Fee Schedule and CPI utilization for future adjustments (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the September 27, 2022, meeting (unanimous)

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will meet to approve the agenda and prior minutes, then discuss and confirm funding priorities for 2023-2025. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Anchor Community Initiative, a continued discussion on Safe Parking, and a respite care presentation.

• Funding Priorities 2023-2025 discussion and confirmation
• Anchor Community Initiative presentation by Jesse Charles and Sam Schroeder
• Continued Safe Parking discussion
• Respite Care presentation

The Task Force reviewed funding priorities and discussed needs for safe parking, increased housing, and healthcare for homeless seniors. A subcommittee was formed to analyze the impacts of changing funding priorities.

• Approved agenda with date correction for September 6 minutes
• Approved September 6, 2022 minutes
• Formed subcommittee to analyze funding priority impacts (John DeBoer, Sharon Maggard, Sara Woodward, Navara Carr, Ann Simpson)

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the county budget. The meeting is open to the public and available remotely via Zoom.

• Discussion of the Clallam County Budget

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will consider resolutions to declare an emergency for purchasing replacement boat motors and to rescind the COVID-19 emergency declaration. They will also vote on contracts for boat motors and jail health care, a right-of-way vacation on Hazel Street, and final binding site plan approval for Island View R.V. Park.

• Resolution declaring emergency to authorize purchase of replacement boat motors
• Resolution rescinding the COVID-19 emergency declaration
• Contract with Westside Marine Inc. for two new Yamaha boat motors
• Agreement with Health Care Services for Jail Inmate Health Care Services
• Final Binding Site Plan approval for Island View R.V. Park (applicant Randy Simmons)

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Final Binding Site Plan for Island View R.V. Park despite public opposition. The board also authorized the purchase of replacement boat motors and rescinded the COVID-19 emergency declaration.

• Approved Final Binding Site Plan for Island View R.V. Park LDV 2021-00005 (motion carried)
• Approved emergency purchase of replacement boat motors (motion carried)
• Approved contract with Westside Marine Inc. for two Yamaha boat motors (motion carried)
• Rescinded Resolution declaring emergency for COVID 19 virus event (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with Health Care Services for Jail Inmate Health Care Services (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with Jefferson and Kitsap Counties for Olympic Consortium - Workforce Development (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution for vacation of County Right of Way for portion of Hazel Street (motion carried)
• Approved vouchers for week of October 24, payroll for period ending October 15, and minutes for week of October 24 (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several items, including an emergency resolution to waive bid requirements for purchasing two replacement boat motors for the sheriff's marine vessel 'Protector' after both motors failed in September. They will also consider a contract for jail inmate health care services, a modification to an agreement with Olympic National Forest for work crew services, and a briefing on a proposed ordinance amending the county's consolidated fee schedule for parks. Additionally, the board will hold a public hearing on the six-year 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program and consider appointments to various advisory boards.

• Emergency resolution to authorize purchase of two Yamaha boat motors from Westside Marine Inc. for the sheriff's vessel 'Protector'
• Agreement modification 2 with Olympic National Forest extending work crew services performance period to April 16, 2023
• Contract with Health Care Services for Jail Inmate Health Care Services
• Briefing and call for hearing on ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 5.100 Consolidated Fee Schedule – Parks Department Fee Schedule 205-A
• Public hearing on resolution adopting the Six-Year 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program

Budget Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a series of budget meetings with county departments from October 12 through October 28. Departments scheduled include Human Resources, Auditor, Treasurer, Superior Court, District Court, Prosecuting Attorney, Juvenile Services, Noxious Weed, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, GIS, Information Technology, Veterans Relief, Clerk, WSU Extension, and Parks and Facilities.

• Budget meetings with each county department over three weeks
• Meetings include Superior Court, District Court, and Prosecuting Attorney
• Community Development and Health and Human Services are scheduled
• Public Works, GIS, and Information Technology are on the agenda
• Veterans Relief, Clerk, WSU Extension, and Parks and Facilities are included

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing the 2022 Organics Management Law, specifically focusing on local government provisions for compost procurement ordinances and reporting. The discussion also includes an overview of a City of Sequim solid waste and recycling study.

• Discussion of 2022 Organics Management Law requirements
• City of Sequim Solid Waste and Recycling Study
• Review of local government compost procurement ordinance adoption deadlines

The committee discussed requirements for a new compost procurement ordinance and organics management under state law. Members reviewed a solid waste and recycling study for the City of Sequim. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Tabled September 28 meeting minutes
• Cancelled November 23 and December 28, 2022 meetings
• Changed 2023 meeting schedule to every other month starting January 25, 2023

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County commissioners are holding a series of budget meetings in October 2022 to review 2023 budget requests from county departments. The meetings are scheduled with specific departments on specific days, including Human Resources, Treasurer, Auditor, Superior Court, Prosecuting Attorney, District Court, Noxious Weed, Juvenile Services, Sheriff, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, GIS, Information Technology, Veterans Relief, Clerk, WSU Extension, Assessor, Parks and Facilities, and BOCC/NonDepartmental. No specific dollar amounts or decisions are listed in the agenda.

• Budget meetings with multiple departments including Sheriff, Public Works, and Health and Human Services
• Review of 2023 budget requests for Veterans Relief and WSU Extension
• Meetings scheduled for October 12-14, 19-21, and 26-28, 2022

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Clallam County Noxious Weed Control Board is meeting to adopt minutes from July, receive staff and financial reports, and discuss new business including the draft 2022 meeting schedule and proposed changes to the state weed list.

• Adoption of July minutes
• Staff reports on County Program, Lake Sutherland Management District 2, Forest Service Projects, Knotweed Projects, and Integrated Roadside Weed Management
• Financial report
• Draft 2022 meeting schedule
• 2022 State Weed List proposals

The Board approved the July meeting minutes, the 2023 meeting schedule, and the staff and financial reports. Staff reported on weed treatment progress across county roads and forests despite staffing shortages.

• Adopted July minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted staff and financial reports (unanimous)
• Adopted 2023 meeting schedule (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold hearings and vote on several items related to the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain restoration project, including a $4.4 million budget revision to complete flood protection work before November. They will also consider two contracts with Scarsella Brothers for levee tie-ins and Towne Road removal, and a resolution adopting debatable emergencies totaling $688,636 for COVID-19 FEMA reimbursement, floodplain grant adjustments, and a new Housing Solutions Coordinator position.

• Budget revision for $4,434,997 to complete Lower Dungeness flood protection before November 2022
• Two contracts with Scarsella Brothers for levee tie-ins and flood return channel construction
• Debatable emergencies: $14,656 for COVID-19 FEMA reimbursement, $650,000 for Lower Dungeness floodplain, $23,980 for Housing Solutions Coordinator
• Hearing on proposed vacation of a portion of Hazel Street
• Interlocal agreement designating Salish Behavioral Health ASO as the Olympic Opioid Abatement Council

The Board of County Commissioners approved several contracts and budget revisions to ensure flood protection work on the Lower Dungeness River Project is completed before November 2022. The board also approved a portion of Hazel Street to be vacated and designated a new opioid abatement council.

• Approved $3,631,639 in supplemental appropriations for Lower Dungeness River Project (unanimous)
• Approved $1,434,997 in budget revisions for Lower Dungeness River Project (unanimous)
• Adopted budget reductions of $1,850,000 for General Fund Reserves and Lower Dungeness Floodplain (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of a portion of Hazel Street (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Scarsella Brothers, Inc. for levee tie-ins and flood return channel (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Scarsella Brothers, Inc. for removal of Towne Road (unanimous)
• Designated Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization as the Olympic Opioid Abatement Council (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with John Paul Knox dba KnoxWork for Housing Solutions Committee support (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review a draft 5-year capital plan for 2023-2027. The meeting includes an update on the allocation of regional opioid settlement funds and a resolution to rescind the COVID-19 emergency declaration.

• Review of Draft 5-year Capital Plan 22023-2027
• Update on $430,249,769.02 opioid settlement fund allocation
• Resolution to rescind the COVID-19 emergency declaration
• Joint meeting with the Port of Port Angeles

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a work session to review the draft 2023-2027 Capital Plan. The plan accounts for a projected 35% decline in Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) revenue in 2023 and increased reliance on General Fund reserves, ARPA funds, and outside grants. Staff recommend reprioritizing and delaying some projects to balance funding with available reserves.

• REET revenue expected to drop over 35% in 2023 and another 6.5% in 2024 due to rising mortgage rates and slowing real estate activity
• County awarded $2.51 million in ARPA Section 605 funds, with $1.255 million arriving October 2022
• Approximately $2.267 million in undesignated ARPA Section 603 funds remain available for capital needs
• Draft plan organizes capital requests by key strategic initiatives including broadband expansion, EOC relocation, water mitigation, and courthouse infrastructure
• Road projects to receive $1.1 million in REET funding in 2023, including $400k carryover for Towne Road relocation on the new Lower Dungeness levy

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners is holding a series of budget meetings with various departments to discuss the 2023 budget. The meetings are scheduled on multiple days in October and include sessions with Human Resources, Superior Court, Treasurer, Auditor, Prosecuting Attorney, District Court, Noxious Weed, Juvenile Services, Sheriff, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, GIS, Information Technology, Veterans Relief, Clerk, WSU Extension, Assessor, and Parks and Facilities.

• Budget meetings with multiple county departments including Human Resources, Superior Court, Treasurer, Auditor, Prosecuting Attorney, District Court, Noxious Weed, Juvenile Services, Sheriff, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, GIS, Information Technology, Veterans Relief, Clerk, WSU Extension, Assessor, and Parks and Facilities
• Sessions scheduled on October 12-14, 19-21, and 26-28
• Includes a meeting with Veterans Relief - Levi
• Includes a meeting with BOCC/NonDepartmental

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners is holding a series of budget meetings in October 2022 to review proposed 2023 budgets with various departments. The meetings cover departments such as Human Resources, Superior Court, Treasurer, Auditor, Prosecuting Attorney, District Court, Sheriff, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, and others. These are working sessions to discuss and finalize the county's budget for the upcoming year.

• Budget review with Human Resources on October 12 at 8:00 am
• Budget review with Superior Court on October 12 at 8:30 am
• Budget review with Sheriff on October 19 at 8:30 am
• Budget review with Community Development on October 19 at 9:30 am
• Budget review with Public Works on October 20 at 1:00 pm

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the draft Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), which lists 31 funded projects and 49 unfunded projects for roads, bridges, culverts, and trails. The commission will also continue a work session discussion on sign code standards and enforcement. The TIP is a planning tool that requires adoption by the Board of County Commissioners before the 2023 budget.

• Public hearing on the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) with 31 programmed projects and 49 unfunded projects
• Continued work session on sign code standards and enforcement
• TIP includes 13 road construction projects, 4 bridge projects, 8 culvert replacements, and Olympic Discovery Trail projects
• 2023 road department revenue projected at $10.2 million from property taxes and state gas tax
• Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on the TIP on November 8, 2022

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will consider four resolutions: rejecting a HUD Capital Fund grant, approving a sewer easement for Garden Court, adopting new Section 8 payment standards, and approving utility allowances for Jefferson County. The board will also approve routine consent items including financial registers and meeting minutes.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-21: Rejection of HUD CFP2022 grant
• Resolution #PHA-2022-22: Approval of Garden Court sewer easement
• Resolution #PHA-2022-23: Approval of Section 8 payment standards
• Resolution #PHA-2022-24: Approval of Jefferson County utility allowances
• Consent agenda includes $1,112,086.72 in check registers across multiple programs

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved five resolutions: rejection of HUD CFP2022, Garden Court sewer easement, Section 8 payment standards, Jefferson County utility allowances, and authorization for MAV SVC transactions. All were approved by voice vote. The consent agenda was also approved, with one abstention on the September Outpost Check Register. Executive Director Martinez reported the PHA is under contract for the 20-unit Oxbow Apartments in Forks and is pursuing a Continuing Affordability grant.

• Approved consent agenda items including Executive Director's September timesheet, September minutes, and check registers (voice vote)
• Approved September Outpost Check Register (Commissioner Tinker abstained)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-21: Rejection of HUD CFP2022 (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-22: Garden Court Sewer Easement (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-23: Section 8 Payment Standards (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-24: Jefferson County Utility Allowances (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-25: Authorization for MAV SVC Transactions (voice vote)
• Commissioner Robinson reported Sequim City Council unanimously approved zoning for multifamily housing

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will approve minutes from its October 6 meeting and conclude its review of the 2022 Assessment Rolls. This is a procedural step in the property tax appeal process for Clallam County.

• Approval of draft minutes from October 6, 2022
• Conclusion of 2022 Assessment Rolls review

The Clallam County Board of Equalization met briefly on October 19, 2022. The only action taken was approval of the draft minutes from the October 5, 2022 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft meeting minutes from October 5, 2022 (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health will hear a presentation from 4PA founder Joe DeScala on reducing needle waste from syringe services, and vote on proposed updates to the Board's bylaws. The meeting also includes a COVID-19 update from the Health Officer and a presentation on pollution identification and correction.

• Discussion of needle waste reduction ideas from 4PA, including standardized containers and a dedicated field worker
• Approval of updated Board of Health bylaws
• COVID-19 update from Health Officer Dr. Allison Berry
• Presentation on Pollution, Identification and Correction by Katie Kowal
• Future agenda items include Olympic Medical Center, vaccination rates, air quality and noise ordinance

The Board of Health unanimously approved proposed changes to its bylaws. The board also heard a presentation on illegal dumping and needle waste from 4PA, and received a COVID-19 update from the Health Officer noting the county emergency declaration will end October 31, 2022. The board voted to hold a meeting in November despite earlier discussion to cancel.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved proposed changes to Board of Health bylaws (unanimous)
• Voted to hold a meeting in November 2022 (no vote tally recorded)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will consider resolutions to submit a request to the U.S. Treasury for release of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Local Assistance and Tribal Consistency Fund (LATCF) funding, and to appoint Craig Jaeger to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. The board will also vote on establishing the 2023 government equipment rental schedule, modifying the temporary closure of Cooper Ranch Road, and approving updated Right of Way Procedures. Consent agenda items include approval of vouchers totaling $4,359,032.09, payroll, and meeting minutes.

• Resolution authorizing ARPA Section 604 LATCF funding request to U.S. Treasury
• Resolution appointing Craig Jaeger to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Resolution establishing government equipment rental schedule for 2023
• Resolution modifying CR 6, 2022 regarding temporary closure of Cooper Ranch Road
• Approval of updated Right of Way Procedures

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session, executive session, and regular meeting. In executive session, the board voted 2-1 to approve a proposed settlement offer in the pending litigation State v. Winborn. During the regular meeting, the board approved the consent agenda, several resolutions, and appointments, including a resolution to request release of ARPA funding from the U.S. Treasury.

• Approved settlement offer in State v. Winborn litigation (2-1)
• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes
• Approved resolution appointing Craig Jaeger to Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Approved resolution establishing government equipment rental schedule for 2023
• Approved resolution modifying temporary closure of Cooper Ranch Road
• Approved updated Right of Way procedures
• Approved resolution authorizing submission of request for release of ARPA LATCF funding

Marine Resources Committee

The Clallam Marine Resources Committee will hear a presentation on results of the Dungeness Bay and Port Townsend Bay Derelict Crab Pot Project. Members will also receive updates on Olympia oyster funding, forage fish surveys, and biotoxin sampling. The meeting includes public comment periods and approval of prior minutes.

• Guest speaker Jason Morgan reports on derelict crab pot removal project results
• Olympia oyster CDS funds proposal submitted
• Forage fish survey updates
• Biotoxin sampling update
• Pigeon Guillemot season update

The committee received a presentation on the Derelict Crab Pot Project in Dungeness and Port Townsend Bays, which removed 752 pots and 17,920 pounds of debris from 2019 to 2021. The August and September meeting minutes were approved unanimously. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting consisted of updates and discussions.

• Approved August and September 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several items, including a resolution to apply for a state grant for the Lake Pleasant Boat Launch, a temporary easement from WSDOT for the Lake Aldwell boat launch, and two agreements with Scarsella Brothers for construction in the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain restoration area. They will also review an ARPA expenditure report and hold an executive session on pending litigation.

• Resolution to apply for RCO Boating Facilities Grant for Lake Pleasant Boat Launch (25% match required)
• Temporary easement from WSDOT for Lake Aldwell boat launch to discharge groundwater
• Agreement with Scarsella Brothers for levee tie-ins and flood return channel in Lower Dungeness River Floodplain
• Agreement with Scarsella Brothers for removal of Towne Road in Lower Dungeness River Floodplain restoration area
• Overview of ARPA project and expenditure report for third quarter of 2022

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, and Budget Director are holding a series of budget meetings over multiple days in October 2022 to discuss the 2023 budget. Meetings include sessions with Human Resources, Superior Court, Treasurer, Auditor, District Court, Noxious Weed, Juvenile Services, Sheriff, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, GIS/Information Technology, Veterans Relief, and WSU Extension. The agenda is a schedule of department meetings with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Budget meetings with multiple county departments over three weeks in October 2022
• Sessions include Human Resources, Superior Court, Treasurer, Auditor, Prosecuting Attorney, District Court, Noxious Weed, Juvenile Services, Sheriff, Community Development, Health and Human Services, Public Works, GIS/Information Technology, Veterans Relief, WSU Extension, and Parks and Facilities
• Final meeting includes BOCC/NonDepartmental discussion

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will discuss a funding update and extension request from the Peninsula Trails Coalition for a $20,000 Trail Ambassador grant, review financial projections showing hotel/motel tax revenue up 8.9% for 2022, and review next steps for a Strategic Tourism Plan request for proposals. The committee will also consider approving minutes from its September 8, 2022 meeting.

• Peninsula Trails Coalition requests extension of $20,000 grant through October 2023 due to hiring delays
• Hotel/motel tax revenue projected at $1.62 million for 2022, up 8.9% from 2021
• Strategic Tourism Plan 2023-2028 request for proposal review and next steps
• Approval of minutes from September 8, 2022 LTAC meeting
• Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau receives $665,000 in 2022 funding

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee voted to extend the Peninsula Trails Coalition contract through December 31, 2022. Members also reviewed financial projections and discussed a draft Strategic Tourism Plan, noting that funds must be approved under the LTAC budget. The next meeting is scheduled for November 10, 2022.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (motion by Dahl, seconded by Mittman, carried)
• Approved the September 8, 2022 minutes as presented (motion by Dahl, seconded by Fuller, carried)
• Extended the Peninsula Trails Coalition contract to December 31, 2022 (motion by Mittman, seconded by Andros, carried)

Budget Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a series of budget meetings with various county departments from October 12 through October 28. Each day is divided into 30-minute slots assigned to specific offices such as Human Resources, Superior Court, Treasurer, Auditor, and others. The agenda lists only the department names and times, with no details on specific proposals or decisions.

• Human Resources on Oct 12 at 8:00 am
• Treasurer on Oct 12 at 9:30 am
• Community Development on Oct 19 at 9:30 am
• Sheriff on Oct 20 at 8:30 am
• Veterans Relief - Levi on Oct 26 at 9:00 am

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board will consider a response from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office regarding an amendment to the application requiring disclosure of all funding sources. They will also receive an update on the matching contribution deliverable in the grant agreement and hear from North Olympic Land Trust on approved projects. The board will set the agenda for the second call for Conservation Futures funding.

• Response from PAO on amendment to application item 6 requiring disclosure of all funding sources and expected contributions
• Response from PAO on Task 1 matching contribution deliverable in the Conservation Futures agreement
• Update from NOLT on approved projects: Gloria A. Davis Family LP and Nash Huber McManus
• Set agenda for second call for Conservation Futures funding

The Conservation Futures Advisory Board met and discussed attorney responses regarding a proposed amendment to the CF application and matching contribution requirements. Members also received an update on approved 2022 projects from the North Olympic Land Trust and set the agenda for the next call for funding. No formal votes were taken on substantive items; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Adopted agenda as presented (no objection)
• Approved August 10, 2022 minutes as modified (motion by Fleischfresser, second by Chung, no objection)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss budget revisions for the Lower Dungeness Floodplain project and a repeal of the Junk Dealers Ordinance. The meeting includes reviews of mental health and substance use disorder service contracts and the appointment of members to the Board of Health and Planning Commission.

• Proposed repeal of Chapter 7.01 Junk Dealers – Secondhand Dealers Ordinance
• Budget revisions and supplemental appropriations for Lower Dungeness Floodplain totaling $8,066,636
• Contract with Port Angeles Public School District for 2022-2023 mental health support services
• Final Binding Site Plan approval for Island View R.V. Park (LDV 2021-00005)
• Contract amendment with Department of Health subtracting $436,601

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners delayed final binding site plan approval for Island View R.V. Park (LDV 2021-00005) for one month after initial discussion and a withdrawn motion. The board also approved several contracts, including mental health support services for the Port Angeles School District and an agreement with Thurston County for autopsies. Notices were issued for upcoming budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and a hearing on the Six-year Transportation Improvement Program.

• Delayed final binding site plan for Island View R.V. Park LDV 2021-00005 for one month (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department for Provider Resources Website (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Thurston County for Clallam County autopsies hosted by Thurston County facility (3-0)
• Approved contract with Port Angeles Public School District for mental health support services for 2022-2023 (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment B with Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization for substance use disorder outpatient services (3-0)
• Approved contract amendment 7 with Department of Health subtracting $436,601 from previous amendment 6 (3-0)
• Adopted resolution appointing Paul Cunningham and Christia Skerbeck to the Clallam County Board of Health (3-0)
• Adopted resolution appointing Jane Hielman to the Planning Commission (3-0)

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The committee is meeting to review outcome reports and discuss the Clallam County Hiring Initiative. Members will also receive updates on the Clallam County Together project and its sub-committees.

• Resignation of DDAC member Bonnie Hurd
• Spotlight on employment presentation by Pierce Jones
• Outcome Report for August 2022 covering Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and County Transition Program
• Discussion of Clallam County Hiring Initiative

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee met on October 11, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. The board approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes, heard a presentation on employment from Pierce, Jones & Associates, and received updates on county programs and state agency changes. No action items were considered.

• Approved agenda without additions (unanimous)
• Approved August 9, 2022 meeting minutes without changes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is discussing proposed budget reductions, revisions, and the recommended 2023 Budget. They are also considering an interlocal agreement to designate Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization as the Olympic Opioid Abatement Council.

• Interlocal Agreement to designate SBH-ASO as the Olympic Opioid Abatement Council for opioid settlement funds
• Proposed 2023 Budget submitted by Administrator and Chief Financial Officer
• Resolution establishing 2023 government equipment rental schedule
• Resolution for the temporary closure of Cooper Ranch Road (Road No. 20650)
• Appointment of Craig Jaeger to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee will review a job posting for a Housing Solutions Coordinator and receive a presentation on housing experiences in Anacortes. Members will also receive an update from consultants Paul Knox and Beth Doglio.

• Housing Solutions Coordinator job posting
• BIAW Building Codes briefing
• Presentation by Anacortes City Councilmember Ryan Walters
• Consultant update from Paul Knox and Beth Doglio

The Housing Solutions Committee voted to authorize Chair Smith to draft a letter outlining issues with building codes, including electrical code requirements taking effect July 1, 2023. The committee also voted to request County Commissioners review the letter as soon as possible. Members heard a presentation from Anacortes City Councilmember Ryan Walters on housing strategies and an update from consultants on housing priority survey results.

• Approved motion to authorize Chair to draft letter on building code issues, including electrical code requirements effective July 1, 2023 (McAleer motion, McCarry second; carried)
• Approved motion to request County Commissioners review the letter for their consideration as soon as possible (McAleer motion, Sisk second; carried)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review the assessment rolls for the 2022 assessment year. The session includes training on the Open Public Meeting Act.

• Review of 2022 assessment rolls
• Open Public Meeting Act Training by Elizabeth Stanley of the Prosecutor’s Office
• Total County Locally Assessed Value of $14,769,500,580.00
• New construction value added to the 2022 roll of $169,559,301.00

The Board of Equalization met briefly on October 6, 2022, to approve the draft minutes from the previous day and receive mandatory training on the Open Public Meeting Act. No substantive decisions on assessment rolls or other matters were made.

• Approved draft meeting minutes from October 5, 2022 (motion by Gordon Gibbs, second by Robert Filip, carried)

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will meet to receive committee and staff reports. The board will conduct officer elections and review proposals for 2023 gate fees and the master fee schedule strategy.

• Fair Board Officer Elections
• 2023 Gate Fees Proposal and Ticketed Events (report only)
• Master Fee Schedule CPI Strategy (report only)
• Reports from Advertising, Camping and Parking, and Hospitality committees
• Pacific Northwest Junior Livestock Auction report

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board approved all returning superintendents for next year's fair, with one exception, and elected new officers for the board. Several proposals, including the 2023 gate fees and master fee schedule CPI strategy, were discussed and tabled until the next meeting. The board also accepted the minutes as presented.

• Approved all returning superintendents for next year (unanimous)
• Elected Josh Borte as President
• Elected Melanie Greer as Vice President
• Elected Megan Bekkevar as Secretary
• Tabled 2023 gate fees and ticketed events proposal
• Tabled master fee schedule CPI strategy

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee will review updates regarding the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and a new web application. Members will also discuss provisions for the draft Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program.

• Olympic Discovery Trail layer updates and upcoming map/dashboard tools
• Draft Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program provisions
• ODT improvement/expansion project updates
• County Volunteer ODT/OAT Trail Crew Maintenance Project Reports

The committee discussed updates on the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) railroad bridge reopening, a $25-45 million federal RAISE grant application for completing the trail to the Pacific Ocean, and reviewed the draft Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. Approval of previous meeting minutes was tabled.

• Tabled approval of September 7 meeting minutes
• Heard update on ODT Railroad Bridge reopening
• Discussed $25-45M RAISE grant application for ODT completion
• Reviewed draft Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program for ODT projects

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to conduct procedural business for the 2022 assessment year. This includes swearing in members and electing a board chair.

• Introduction of new member Thomas Swanson
• Swearing in of the Board for the 2022 Assessment Year
• Election of a Board Chair
• Presentation of the Assessor’s Certificate of Assessment Rolls by Assessor Rushton
• Review of Annual Department of Revenue Training

The Clallam County Board of Equalization held an administrative meeting. Thomas Swanson was introduced as a new member and all members were sworn in for the 2022 assessment year. Robert Filip moved to elect Gordon Gibbs as Chair, and the motion carried. Assessor Pam Rushton reported that property values increased by $3 billion since the prior year and that more petitions are expected.

• Elected Gordon Gibbs as Board Chair (motion by Robert Filip, seconded by Thomas Swanson; carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a draft update to the 2023-2028 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP). The Public Works-Road Division will present project accomplishments and proposed new projects for discussion.

• Draft Six-Year (2023-2028) Transportation Improvement Program review
• Public hearing on the Draft TIP scheduled for October 19, 2022

The Planning Commission received a presentation on the draft 6-year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) from Transportation Planner Steve Gray. A public hearing on the TIP is scheduled for the Planning Commission on October 19, 2022, and with the Board of County Commissioners on November 8, 2022. No decisions were made at this meeting; it was a work session only.

• No decisions made; meeting was a work session with a presentation on the 6-year TIP

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to consider several contracts and agreements related to public health, infrastructure, and emergency services. The body will also review weekly vouchers and payroll.

• Agreement with the City of Port Angeles for site selection and design of Joint Public Safety Facility / Emergency Operations Center
• Agreement with DelHur Industries for log jam construction on the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project
• Agreement amendment D with Anchor QEA, LLC for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project
• Contract with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic (OPCC) for Substance Use Disorder Professional services
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,513,795.70 for the week of September 26

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners approved several contracts and agreements during its October 4 regular meeting, including an agreement with the City of Port Angeles for site selection and design of a Joint Public Safety Facility / Emergency Operations Center. The board also approved a contract with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for a substance use disorder professional, an agreement amendment for the Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project, and an agreement for log jam construction on the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project. All actions were approved unanimously by the two commissioners present (Commissioner Peach was excused). The meeting also included public comments on election transparency concerns from certified election observers.

• Approved agreement with City of Port Angeles for Joint Public Safety Facility / Emergency Operations Center site selection and design (2-0)
• Approved contract with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for Substance Use Disorder Professional for Syringe Service Program (2-0)
• Approved agreement amendment D with Anchor QEA, LLC for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project (2-0)
• Approved agreement with DelHur Industries for log jam construction on Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project (2-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes (2-0)
• Adopted modified agenda (2-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several contracts, including mental health support for the Port Angeles Public School District and a log jam construction project. The body is also discussing a joint public safety facility and a six-year transportation plan.

• Contract with Port Angeles Public School District for mental health services not to exceed $72,000
• Agreement with DelHur Industries for log jam construction on the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project
• Agreement with City of Port Angeles for site selection and design of Joint Public Safety Facility / Emergency Operations Center
• Contract amendment with Department of Health to subtract $436,601 from previous allocation
• Final Binding Site Plan approval for Island View R.V. Park (LDV 2021-00005)

Heritage Advisory Board

The board is meeting to discuss the 2023 grant application and checklist. The agenda also includes a status report for the Sequim Museum 2022 project.

• Review and discussion of 2023 Grant Application and Checklist
• Sequim Museum 2022 Project Status report

The Heritage Advisory Board met and approved the agenda and August minutes unanimously. The main discussion focused on proposed changes to the 2023 grant application and checklist, with several points debated but no final decisions made. Roberta will revise the application and checklist for review at the next meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 1, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Deferred Sequim Museum project report to next meeting
• Discussed 2023 grant application changes; no final action taken
• Roberta to draft revised application and checklist for next meeting

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee met to discuss updates on the Joint Solid Waste Advisory Board and a state grant regarding local solid waste financial assistance. The meeting included discussions on hazardous waste collection changes in Jefferson County and presentations regarding Washington State's Organics Management Law.

• Discussion of changes to Hazardous Waste Small Quantity Generator acceptance in Jefferson County
• Presentation on the Use Food Well Washington Plan and 2022 Organics Management Law
• Update on Clallam County Public Works 2021-2023 Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance Grant
• Review of City of Port Angeles Capital Facilities Plan (2023-2028) including a $3.45M vehicle replacement schedule

The committee received updates on Jefferson County ending its Moderate Risk Waste Facility operations and shifting to collection events, which will no longer accept Clallam County small quantity generators. Ecology presented on the Use Food Well Washington Plan and 2022 Organics Management Law. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Approved August 24, 2022, meeting minutes (motion by Steve Johnson, seconded by Steve Gray)
• Approved agenda with no modifications

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss various contracts, budget revisions, and administrative appointments. A key item is a request from the Sheriff's Office for recruitment and retention bonuses using ARPA funds.

• Proposed law enforcement retention and recruitment bonuses based on a $600,000 ARPA limit
• Budget revisions including $800,000 for ARPA projects and $1,500,000 for county road project expenditures
• Debatable emergency expenditures: $25,000 for Bullman Beach Water System and $225,802 for fuel costs
• Supplemental appropriations: $35,000 for a Substance Use Disorder Professional pilot project and $19,653 for HHS administration
• Notice of hearing for an ordinance to repeal Chapter 7.01 regarding Junk Dealers – Secondhand Dealers

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Sheriff's Office request for hiring and retention incentives, adopted several proclamations, and authorized multiple contracts and budget revisions. All actions were approved unanimously by the three commissioners present.

• Approved Sheriff's Office hiring and retention incentives (3-0)
• Adopted consent agenda including proclamations for Disability Employment Awareness Month, Resilience Awareness Month, and Indigenous Peoples' Day (3-0)
• Approved contract with City of Port Angeles for stream water quality monitoring 2022-2026 (3-0)
• Approved contract with Washington State Department of Commerce for Olympic Peninsula Narcotics Enforcement Team expenses (3-0)
• Approved agreement with Washington Traffic Safety Commission for traffic safety emphasis patrols (3-0)
• Adopted budget revisions reallocating $800,000 in ARPA funds and $1,500,000 in road project expenditures (3-0)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations of $35,000 for Substance Use Disorder Professional at Syringe Services Program and $19,653 for administrative costs (3-0)
• Approved debatable emergencies for Bullman Beach Water System ($25,000) and equipment rental fuel costs ($225,802) (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Park and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss amendments to the Comprehensive Park and Recreation Master Plan and the use of CPI for annual fee adjustments. The board will also review property acquisitions and grant application updates.

• Comprehensive Park and Recreation Master Plan Amendment (Chapter 1, Page 5)
• CPI Utilization for annual Parks Fee adjustments
• Property acquisitions for Cline Spit and Clallam Bay State Park
• Update on Clallam Bay USCG Lighthouse Keeper Property Acquisition
• Proposal for the board to meet monthly for nine months per year

The Clallam County Parks Advisory Board discussed but took no action on a requirement to live-stream meetings using the Granicus platform. Commissioner Mark Ozias explained new Open Public Meetings Act rules and the Board of Commissioners' expectation for hybrid meetings. The board also heard updates on property acquisitions, grant applications, and fee schedule plans.

• Approved minutes of July 5, 2022, meeting (unanimous)
• No action taken on live-streaming requirement
• Committee formed to review board vacancy applications
• Discussed amendment to change 10-year master plan to 5-year plan (no vote)
• Discussed using CPI for annual parks fee adjustments (no vote)
• Discussed fee schedule updates for November meeting (no vote)
• Discussed meeting schedule change to 9 meetings per year (no decision)
• Adjourned at 6:45 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review an agreement for Clallam County to use the Thurston County facility for autopsies. This three-year agreement covers pathology services and associated equipment needs.

• Agreement with Thurston County for Clallam County autopsies
• Contract with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for Syringe Service Program staff
• Agreement with Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department for Provider Resources Website
• Discussion regarding Sheriff’s Office hiring and retention incentives
• Amendment to Anchor QEA, LLC agreement for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a revised draft of the County sign code. Discussions include updated definitions, new exemptions for construction and real estate signs, and standards for electronic message centers.

• Work session on continued Sign Ordinance discussion
• Review of proposed changes to exempt signs, including grand opening displays and construction signs
• Discussion regarding regulations for electronic message centers and brightness standards
• Proposed updates to the list of prohibited signs, such as portable or movable signs

The Planning Commission continued its discussion of the Sign Code, focusing on definitions, exempt signs, and prohibited signs. The Commission directed staff to include an enforcement section in the code and agreed to remove the variances section while retaining the appeals section. No public hearings or votes were held; the item will return in November for further discussion.

• Directed staff to add an Enforcement section to the sign code to aid compliance without relying solely on Code Enforcement (1.5 staff)
• Agreed to remove the variances section from the sign code, provided the appeals section remains
• Continued discussion of sign code standards to November 2022 meeting

Law Library Board

The Clallam County Law Library Board will meet to approve the Annual Report covering July 2021 through June 2022. The board will also discuss who is responsible for approving payroll and expenses related to the law library.

• Approval of the Annual Report (July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022)
• Discussion regarding payroll and expense approval processes
• Budget change request for $10,000.00 increase for legal reference materials
• Review of $65,882.00 in total un-restored indirect cost charges

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several agreements and administrative items. A request regarding Sheriff’s Office hiring and retention incentives has been postponed.

• Agreement with USDA Forest Service for noxious weed control
• Agreement with Eagleview Technology Corporation for high resolution imagery
• Agreement with Port Angeles School District for Transition Program Training
• Agreement with Olympic Community Health for a Syringe Services Program pilot project
• Memorandum of Understanding with Clallam County PUD No. 1 for Carlsborg Water Supply

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting on September 20, 2022. They adopted the consent agenda, which included vouchers, payroll, and minutes, and approved several contracts and agreements, including a noxious weed control agreement with the USDA Forest Service. A request regarding Sheriff's Office hiring and retention incentives was postponed. No other substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals.

• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with USDA Forest Service for noxious weed control (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Eagleview Technology Corporation for high resolution imagery (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Port Angeles School District for Transition Program Training (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Olympic Community Health for Substance Use Disorder Professional pilot project (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Clallam County PUD No. 1 for Carlsborg Water Supply (unanimous)
• Postponed request to approve Sheriff's Office hiring and retention incentives

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss upcoming opiate litigation settlements and air monitoring related to wildfire smoke. The meeting also includes a presentation on solid waste in Clallam County.

• Presentation: Solid Waste in Clallam County by Eli Owens
• Discussion: Opiate Litigation involving Washington Municipalities
• Discussion: Air monitoring for wildfire smoke
• Discussion: Board of Health Bylaws

The Clallam County Board of Health approved the agenda and the draft meeting minutes from July 19, 2022, by unanimous consent. Members received updates on the opioid litigation settlement, air quality and wildfire smoke monitoring, and the Board of Health conference. Dr. Berry reported a 7.5% COVID-19 case positivity rate and noted that Omicron-specific boosters are widely available. The Board discussed proposed bylaw changes and will vote on them at the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• Approved the agenda by unanimous consent.
• Approved the draft meeting minutes from July 19, 2022, by unanimous consent.
• Discussed but did not vote on proposed bylaw changes; vote scheduled for October 18, 2022.

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners is reviewing a letter of support for a Washington State DOT grant that would provide approximately $5,250,000 for Clallam Transit System paratransit operations over the next four years. The agenda also includes appointments to the Homelessness Task Force and Behavioral Health Advisory Board, as well as discussions on the Olympic Discovery Trail and a proposed vacation of part of Hazel Street.

• Letter of support for Clallam Transit System's application for $5,250,000 in WSDOT Consolidated Grant Program funds (2023-2027)
• Resolution appointing Sarah K. Woodward to the Homelessness Task Force
• Resolution appointing Anne E. Grover to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board
• Briefing and notice of hearing for an ordinance repealing Chapter 7.01 (Junk Dealers – Secondhand Dealers)
• Briefing and call for hearing regarding a proposed vacation of a portion of Hazel Street

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will meet to receive a presentation from a WDFW fishery manager regarding sea urchins and sea cucumbers. The body will also review updates on forage fish, biotoxin sampling, and Olympia oysters.

• Presentation by Taylor Frierson (WDFW) on the purple sea urchin project
• Update on CDS funds proposal for Olympia oysters
• Forage fish survey updates
• Biotoxin sampling site and volunteer updates
• Pigeon Guillemot survey and volunteer updates

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee heard a presentation on a preliminary assessment of purple sea urchin grazing on kelp communities in the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Approval of the August meeting minutes was postponed due to lack of a quorum. The committee received updates on the Northwest Straits Commission meeting, project updates on Olympia oysters, education/outreach, forage fish, biotoxin sampling, and pigeon guillemot surveys.

• Postponed approval of August 2022 meeting minutes until a quorum could be present
• Heard presentation on preliminary purple sea urchin grazing study by WDFW biologist Taylor Frierson
• Received NWSC update including approval of remaining 2022 dates and setting 2023 schedule
• Noted Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe oyster surveys took place May 31-June 2, 2022 with data still being processed
• Discussed distribution of educational coasters to local establishments
• Noted forage fish surveys ongoing with no samples collected due to tides
• Reported biotoxin sampling continuing with likely last sample of the year next week
• Discussed potential participation in Orca Week (October 8-14, 2022) and Dungeness River Festival

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review several funding applications and a grant questionnaire. The meeting also includes an executive session regarding a Jefferson County easement proposal for Garden Court Apartments.

• Executive Session: Easement proposal from Jefferson County to Garden Court Apartments
• Resolution #PHA-2022-19: Community Frameworks SHOP Funds Application
• Resolution #PHA-2022-20: RCAC Funding Application
• Review of USDA Rural Development Self-Help Technical Assistance grant questionnaire
• Approval of August check registers totaling $1,095,129.35 and Outpost checks totaling $2,568.45

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved two resolutions for grant applications: Resolution #PHA-2022-19 for Community Frameworks SHOP Funds and Resolution #PHA-2022-20 for RCAC Funding. Both were approved by voice vote. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included the Executive Director's August timesheet, August meeting minutes, and check registers. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and discussion but no votes on other items.

• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-19, Community Frameworks SHOP Funds application (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-20, RCAC Funding application (voice vote)
• Approved consent agenda: Executive Director August timesheet, August meeting minutes, August check registers (voice vote; Commissioner Tinker abstained on Outpost check register)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss budget reallocations and supplemental appropriations. The body will consider agreements regarding opioid settlement funds and ARPA funding for the YMCA.

• Budget revisions for ARPA projects ($800,000) and road project expenditures ($1,500,000)
• Supplemental appropriations for a Substance Use Disorder Professional pilot project ($35,000) and administrative costs ($19,653)
• Emergency funding requests for Bullman Beach Water System ($25,000) and fuel costs ($225,802)
• Recreation trail easement with Department of Natural Resources for Olympic Discovery Trail from Forks to LaPush
• Agreement with Clallam County YMCA for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds

The Board approved an agreement governing allocation of opioid settlement funds from Washington State and a $35,000 ARPA grant to the Clallam County YMCA. Commissioners also adopted resolutions for Secure Rural Schools funding, a recreation trail easement for the Olympic Discovery Trail, and the Edgewood Drive Rural Arterial Program prospectus. Notices were issued for budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and a public hearing on budget emergencies to be finalized September 27.

• Approved agreement for allocation of opioid settlement funds (CRJm, CBPs, mc)
• Approved ARPA grant agreement with Clallam County YMCA (CRJm, CBPs, mc; CRJ abstained)
• Adopted resolution appointing Adele Kelly to Clallam Bay/Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee (CRJm, CBPs, mc)
• Issued notice of budget revisions for ARPA reallocation ($800,000) and road project expenditures ($1,500,000) (CRJm, CBPs, mc)
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations for opioid pilot program ($35,000) and mental health admin costs ($19,653) (CRJm, CBPs, mc)
• Adopted resolution calling for September 27 hearing on budget emergencies for Bullman Beach Water System ($25,000) and fuel costs ($225,802) (CRJm, CBPs, mc)
• Adopted resolution to receive Secure Rural Schools funding and allocate Title I, II, III funds (CRJm, CBPs, mc)
• Approved recreation trail easement for Olympic Discovery Trail from Forks to LaPush (CRJm, CBPs, mc)

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Clallam County Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, fill board vacancies, and hear a presentation on the jail MOUD program. They will also discuss changing funding mechanisms and vote on a new member. The meeting is open to the public with options for virtual participation.

• Presentation by OPCC on Jail MOUD Program
• Discussion on changing funding mechanisms
• Vote on new member Anne Grover (Consumer/Past Consumer of Mental Health Services)
• Position vacancies for Tribal Representative, DCYF, Private Provider of Substance Use Disorders Services, and Consumer/Past Consumer

The board approved Anne Grover as the Consumer/past consumer of SUD/Mental Health Services position, which will be processed through the Board of County Commissioners. Members also discussed potential changes to the RFP funding mechanism, including using funds for housing and improving data collection from county programs. A presentation on the Jail MOUD program highlighted its seven-year funding and challenges like transportation and housing.

• Approved Anne Grover as Consumer/past consumer of SUD/Mental Health Services (majority vote)
• Approved agenda as presented (majority vote)
• Approved minutes from July 12, 2022 (majority vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and budget emergencies. The body is also reviewing several inter-agency agreements and grant applications.

• Agreement with USDA Forest Service for noxious weed control with USFS reimbursement up to $10,000
• Rural Arterial Program Final Prospectus for Edgewood Drive
• Agreement with Eagleview Technology Corporation for high resolution imagery
• Agreement with Port Angeles School District for Transition Program Training
• Agreement with Olympic Community Health for a Substance Use Disorder Professional pilot project

Clallam County Finance Committee

The Clallam County Finance Committee will review revenue, investment, and expenditure reports. Members will discuss moving existing CDs to Treasuries and investment laddering.

• Investment Policy changes update
• Discussion on moving existing CDs to Treasuries
• Discussion on investment laddering
• Revenue Report
• Expenditure Report

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing financial projections for the lodging tax fund and discussing a strategic tourism plan. The committee is also issuing a notice for the first call of 2023 hotel/motel funding applications.

• Review of financial LTAC projections
• Notice for 2023 Hotel/Motel Funding applications (1st call)
• Strategic Tourism Plan discussion
• Approval of May 12, 2022 meeting minutes

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved issuing a notice and press release for 2023 Hotel Motel Funding applications. Members also reviewed financial projections and discussed the Strategic Tourism Plan, including a request for proposal and potential financial participation from other jurisdictions. The meeting was procedural with no major funding decisions made.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes from May 12, 2022
• Approved issuing notice and press release for 2023 Hotel Motel Funding applications

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will review the recent fair wrap-up and plan for the 2023 season. Discussions include upcoming event schedules, potential gate price increases, and seasonal passes.

• 2023 Gate Increases, Season Gate Passes, and Discounts
• 2023 Fair Major Event Schedule
• WSFA Fair Convention in Pasco, WA (October 20-23, 2022)
• Possible LTAC Funding Requests

The board reviewed the 2022 Fair wrap-up, which showed a gate count of 31,509 (1,994 more than 2019), gate receipts of $163,614, and carnival revenue of $79,012. The board approved forming a committee to arrange a Wednesday night 4-H/FFA event for the 2023 Fair, and another committee to revamp the Exhibitors Guide. The Pacific Northwest Junior Auction raised $163,000 from 40 lots. The minutes were approved unanimously.

• Approved minutes as presented (unanimous).
• Formed a committee to arrange a Wednesday night 4-H/FFA event for 2023 Fair (motion by Melanie Greer, seconded by Tara West, passed).
• Formed an entertainment committee for the 2023 Fair (motion by Melanie Greer, seconded by Tara West, passed).
• Formed a committee to revamp the Exhibitors Guide (motion by Megan Bekkevar, seconded by Tara West, passed).
• Tabled discussion of complaint e-mails.
• Signed a thank-you letter to volunteers and vendors.
• Took a new Fair Board picture before the meeting.
• Adjourned at 8:30 p.m. (motion by George Winn, seconded by Don Edwards, unanimous).

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT), including potential speed limits, volunteer patrols, and homeless encampments. The session includes updates on trail expansion projects and maintenance reports.

• Discussion with Brian King (Sheriff Department) on ODT speed limits, volunteer patrols, and hunting
• Update on ODT improvement/expansion projects
• Reports on County Volunteer ODT/OAT Trail Crew maintenance
• Review of ODT/OAT maintenance project reports

The committee heard from Sheriff's Office on enforcement challenges for Olympic Discovery Trail speed limits, focusing on public outreach rather than regulation. Trail project updates included the Forks to La Push segment, Kugel Creek culvert replacement, and Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe paving. The Thursday volunteer crew completed repairs reopening the Adventure Trail west of Joyce Access Road.

• Approved August 3, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed ODT speed limit enforcement; no action taken
• Noted Thursday volunteer crew reopened Adventure Trail west of Joyce Access Road
• Heard City of Sequim plans to bid on ODT root bump repairs

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing a settlement agreement with the State of Washington and opioid distributors. The agreement proposes dividing the total abatement amount equally between the state and participating local governments for opioid remediation.

• Allocation Agreement for opioid distributor settlement with a maximum amount of $430,249,769.02
• Memorandum of Understanding with City of Port Angeles for Emergency Operations Center / Joint Public Safety Facility
• Agreement amendment 1 with Department of Ecology for Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project
• Resolution appointing Adele Kelly to the Clallam Bay/Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will present the preliminary 2022 budget and hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Clallam County Board of Health code. The body will also consider several health, housing, and judicial service agreements.

• Presentation of Preliminary 2022 Budget
• Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 41.01 Clallam County Board of Health
• Agreement with Peninsula Housing Authority for American Rescue Plan Act Funds (ARPA COVID)
• Agreement amendment 1 with Department of Ecology for Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,104,461.37

The Board approved a consent agenda including vouchers and minutes, and unanimously approved multiple contracts: an amendment for Health Department programs, an agreement for behavioral health services, an amendment for a parent support program, agreements for court services and a family court improvement plan, an ARPA COVID funds agreement with Peninsula Housing Authority, and an amendment for the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project. A public hearing was held and an ordinance amending the Board of Health chapter was adopted. The Board also authorized a land purchase for the Emergency Operations Center/Joint Public Safety Facility in executive session.

• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and minutes for week of August 29
• Approved agreement amendment 6 with Department of Health for various Health and Human Services programs
• Approved agreement with Washington Health Care Authority for behavioral health services
• Approved agreement amendment 1 with Children's Home Society of Washington for Parents for Parents Program
• Approved agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for attorney and court visitor appointments
• Approved agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for Family and Juvenile Court Improvement Plan
• Approved agreement with Peninsula Housing Authority for American Rescue Plan Act Funds (ARPA COVID)
• Authorized land purchase transaction for Emergency Operations Center/Joint Public Safety Facility

Homelessness Task Force

The Homelessness Task Force is meeting to review its 5-year plan and establish a timeline and committee for 2023-2025 funding priorities. The body will also receive a presentation from the REAL Team - PBH and an update on the Safe Parking Subcommittee.

• Safe Parking Subcommittee update
• Presentation from the REAL Team - PBH
• Discussion of HTF 5 Year Plan accomplishments
• Establishment of 2023-2025 funding priorities timeline and Priority Setting Committee
• Recommendation on a new member

The Homelessness Task Force approved the agenda and June minutes, recommended Sarah Woodward for the Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault provider position, and agreed to hold an additional meeting to discuss 2023-2025 funding priorities. Presentations were given on the Safe Parking program and the REAL Team, but no substantive decisions were made on those items.

• Approved agenda (majority vote)
• Approved June 7, 2022 minutes (majority vote)
• Recommended Sarah Woodward to HTF for Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault provider position (majority vote)
• Agreed to hold additional meeting to discuss 2023-2025 funding priorities (majority vote)

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee is meeting to review an update on staffing and a consulting proposal from Paul Knox. The agenda includes a presentation from the City of Port Angeles Housing Coordinator.

• Proposal from Paul Knox for consulting
• Update on staffing including a job description for a Housing Solutions and Grants Coordinator
• Presentation by Holden Fleming, Housing Coordinator for the City of Port Angeles

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from August 5, 2022. Members received updates on a staffing position and a presentation from the City of Port Angeles on building permit fee waivers. A proposal from Paul Knox for consulting services was discussed but no decision was recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Johnson, second by Sivia)
• Approved August 5, 2022 minutes (motion by Johnson, second by West)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including reallocating ARPA funds for a broadband grant match and funding for jail security. They will also hold a public hearing on debatable emergencies covering various departmental cost overruns. The agenda includes routine approvals of vouchers, payroll, and minutes.

• Agreement with Clallam Conservation District for Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir Project
• Budget revision: $300,000 ARPA reallocation for broadband infrastructure grant match
• Budget revision: $46,200 for Norpoint Protective Services jail security
• Supplemental appropriation: $168,747 for Sheriff E911 reimbursements
• Public hearing on debatable emergencies totaling $146,556 for various departments

The Board of County Commissioners approved several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including reallocating funds for temporary and seasonal park employees, reimbursing health department costs, and funding broadband infrastructure. They also approved contracts for the Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir project and adopted debatable emergencies for various departments. All actions were approved unanimously by Commissioners Johnson and Peach, with Commissioner Ozias absent.

• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Clallam Conservation District for Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir project (unanimous)
• Adopted budget revisions reallocating $14,876 for temporary park staff, $310,510 for health services, $300,000 for broadband match, and $46,200 for jail security (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations of $169,747 for 911 coordinator and equipment, and $93,920 for drug task force (unanimous)
• Adopted debatable emergencies totaling $126,556 for Opportunity Fund, unemployment, workers comp, COVID expenses, prosecutor operations, and stormwater fees (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is conducting a work session to discuss various health and human services agreements and ARPA funding requests. Key items include a budget increase for public health programs and a discussion regarding a joint public safety facility with the City of Port Angeles.

• Amendment 6 with Department of Health adding $1,243,000 for various health programs
• ARPA funding request of $483,320 for Respite Care Pilot Program
• Discussion on Joint Public Safety Facility Project with City of Port Angeles
• ARPA funding agreements with Clallam County YMCA and Peninsula Housing Authority
• Resolution for Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Funding

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Solid Waste Advisory Committee is reviewing the City of Port Angeles's response regarding trash hauling, recycling, and composting status. The committee is also discussing potential amendments to the 2021-2023 Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance grant tasks.

• Review of City of Port Angeles Capital Facilities Plan (2023-2028) provisions
• Discussion of 2021 Clallam County Solid Waste Management Plan implementation recommendations
• Status update on the Organics Plan task via WSU-Extension
• Response from City of Port Angeles regarding glass recycling and co-composting status

The committee discussed the City of Port Angeles' 2023-2028 Capital Facilities Plan for solid waste, including projects like a decant facility and landfill gate upgrades, with no rate change in 2023. They also reviewed potential amendments to a County Public Works solid waste grant to expand an organics study and adjust a task for the recently adopted Solid Waste Management Plan. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was largely informational and procedural.

• Agenda approved without modifications
• Minutes from July 27, 2022 approved (motion by Steve Johnson, second by Brian Tate)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several agreements to provide rapid rehousing funds to various community organizations. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding the transfer of Clallam Bay State Park ownership to the county.

• Rapid rehousing agreement with Serenity House of Clallam County for $35,775
• Rapid rehousing agreement with First Step Family Support Center for $80,145
• Rapid rehousing agreement with REAL Team of Reflections Counseling Services Group for $75,050
• Rapid rehousing agreement with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for $41,200
• Rapid rehousing agreement with Olympic Community Action Program for $59,250

The Board of County Commissioners approved seven agreements with local organizations to provide rapid rehousing funds, totaling $299,000. They also adopted a resolution requesting transfer of Clallam Bay State Park to the county and issued a notice for a public hearing on amending the Board of Health code. A request to waive bidding for a syringe services vehicle was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved $35,775 agreement with Serenity House for rapid rehousing (unanimous)
• Approved $80,145 agreement with First Step Family Support Center for rapid rehousing (unanimous)
• Approved $75,050 agreement with REAL Team/Reflections Counseling for rapid rehousing (unanimous)
• Approved $41,200 agreement with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for rapid rehousing (unanimous)
• Approved $59,250 agreement with Olympic Community Action Program for rapid rehousing (unanimous)
• Approved $8,580 agreement with The Answer for Youth for rapid rehousing (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution requesting transfer of Clallam Bay State Park to Clallam County (unanimous)
• Issued notice for September 6 hearing on Board of Health code amendment (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a request to waive bidding requirements to purchase a department vehicle. The funds are from an Overdose to Action Grant intended to expand service capacity in areas like Sequim and Clallam Bay.

• Waiver of bid/RFP/quote requirement for a 2022 Ford Transit Connect at $38,520.93 from Price Ford
• Agreement with Clallam Conservation District for the Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir Project
• Recreation trail easement with Department of Natural Resources for Olympic Discovery Trail (Forks to LaPush)
• Memorandum of understanding with Clallam County PUD for Carlsborg water supply
• Olympic Workforce Development Council update

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources provided a 2022 second-quarter income report for state forestlands. The document details revenue distributions from timber and non-timber sources and lists active timber sales contracts.

• Report of all revenue distributed to Clallam County for Calendar Quarter 2 (April 1 - June 30, 2022)
• Listing of timber sales under contract including Black Diamond ($1,837,045) and Solducking ($386,750)
• Identification of 93,018 acres of State Forest Transfer lands and 3,850 acres of State Forest Purchase lands in Clallam County
• Projected 2022 revenue estimates for timber and non-timber sources

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review July check registers for various housing programs and properties. The board is also considering a resolution to write off accounts receivable and will discuss a vacant board position in executive session.

• Approval of July check registers totaling $800,369.01
• Approval of July Outpost check registers totaling $3,045.34
• Resolution #PHA-2022-18 regarding Accounts Receivable Collection Write-Off
• Executive session to discuss applicants for a vacant board position
• Approval of Executive Director Sarah Martinez July timesheet

The Board of Commissioners appointed Tom Brotherton to fill the vacant Jefferson County seat on the Peninsula Housing Authority Board. The board also approved Resolution #PHA-2022-18 for accounts receivable collection write-off. Consent agenda items including the Executive Director's July timesheet, July meeting minutes, and check registers were approved. The meeting included reports on housing development efforts and community programs.

• Appointed Tom Brotherton to vacant Jefferson County seat on the Board (voice vote, approved)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-18 for Accounts Receivable Collection Write-Off (voice vote, approved)
• Approved consent agenda: Executive Director July timesheet, July Regular Meeting Minutes, July Check Registers (voice vote, approved)
• Approved July Outpost Check Register (voice vote, approved; Commissioner Tinker abstained)

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission is continuing a work session regarding the county's sign ordinance. Discussion includes potential new definitions for various sign types, exemptions for certain signs, and prohibited signage standards.

• Work session: Continued Sign Ordinance Discussion
• Presentation by James Carpenter regarding sign lighting and digital signs

The Planning Commission held a work session on updating the county's sign code, focusing on electronic message centers. No formal decisions were made; staff will draft language for future meetings.

• No decisions made; work session only

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget items, including supplemental appropriations for the Sheriff's office and various 'debatable emergencies.' The agenda also includes contract agreements with state departments and a public hearing regarding local ordinances.

• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for painting Solduc Bridge
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for painting Weel Bridge
• Budget revision for Parks & Facilities to pay wages totaling $14,876
• Sheriff supplemental appropriation for E911 coordination of $168,747
• Sheriff supplemental appropriation for OPNET Drug funding of $93,820

The Board of Commissioners voted to repeal Chapter 7.08 of the Clallam County Code, which regulated massage parlors and public bath houses. The repeal was adopted after a public hearing that included written testimony from a resident expressing concerns about human trafficking. All other agenda items were approved unanimously.

• Repealed Chapter 7.08 Massage Parlors - Public Bath Houses (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Washington State Military Department for Operation Stonegarden (unanimous)
• Approved WSDOT agreements for painting Solduc and Weel Bridges (unanimous)
• Approved Port of Port Angeles agreement for demolition derby staging at airport road (unanimous)
• Approved Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan (unanimous)
• Issued notice of budget revisions to be adopted Aug 30 (unanimous)
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations to be adopted Aug 30 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for hearing on debatable emergencies (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several agreements to provide rapid rehousing funds to various community organizations. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and budget emergencies.

• Rapid rehousing agreement with First Step Family Support Center for $80,145
• Rapid rehousing agreement with REAL Team of Reflections Counseling Services Group for $75,050
• Rapid rehousing agreement with Olympic Community Action Program for $59,250
• Rapid rehousing agreement with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for $41,200
• Rapid rehousing agreement with Serenity House of Clallam County for $35,775

Marine Resources Committee

The committee will receive a presentation regarding the Passport to Marine Adventure app. Members will also receive updates on derelict vessels, Padilla Bay workshops, and various environmental surveys.

• Presentation by Jessica Page on the Passport to Marine Adventure app
• Update on Olympia oyster survey results
• Update on Forage Fish surveys
• Update on Biotoxin sampling sites and volunteers
• Update on Pigeon Guillemot surveys and volunteers

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee met via Zoom on August 15, 2022. The committee approved the July meeting minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and discussions regarding derelict vessels, the Passport to Marine Adventure app, and ongoing projects like Olympia oyster surveys, forage fish surveys, biotoxin sampling, kayak surveys, and pigeon guillemot surveys.

• Approved July 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board is meeting to review a draft project grant agreement and discuss including a funding budget proposal in future application packets.

• Review of draft project grant agreement for land acquisition and conservation easements
• Discussion on adding Funding Budget Proposal to application packets
• Approval of July 13, 2022 meeting minutes

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board met and took procedural actions, adopting the agenda and approving the July minutes with an amendment. The board discussed the draft agreement with North Olympic Land Trust (NOLT), requesting NOLT provide a written response on recommended changes to the Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The September 14 meeting was cancelled, with the next meeting set for October 12, 2022.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved July 13, 2022 minutes as modified (motion carried)
• Cancelled September 14, 2022 meeting (no objections)
• Requested NOLT provide written response on recommended changes to PAO (no objection)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several administrative appointments and a resolution to authorize the signing of closing documents for a property on Cline Spit Road in Sequim. The body will also review a resolution to vacate a portion of the County Right of Way on Lincoln Avenue.

• Authorization for Don Crawford to sign closing documents for property at Cline Spit Road, Sequim
• Resolution for vacation of County Right of Way for a portion of Lincoln Avenue
• Approval of vouchers totaling $859,438.17 for the week of August 1
• Letter of support for Wild Salmon Center’s Olympic Peninsula Coldwater Connection Campaign Funding
• Postponement of courthouse security contract with Norpoint Protective Services

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting on August 9, 2022, adopting the consent agenda and several resolutions. They approved appointments to advisory boards, authorized signing closing documents for a property, approved an agreement amendment, and vacated a county right-of-way on Lincoln Avenue. Two items related to courthouse security were postponed.

• Adopted consent agenda (vouchers, minutes, letter of support) (motion carried)
• Appointed Megan Bekkevar to Fair Advisory Board (motion carried)
• Appointed Laura Kasperski to Port Crescent Pioneer Cemetery Advisory Board (motion carried)
• Appointed Ann Soule to Marine Resources Committee (motion carried)
• Authorized Don Crawford to sign closing documents for Cline Spit Road property (motion carried)
• Approved Agreement Amendment 1 with WA Administrative Office of the Courts for Blake decision (motion carried)
• Vacated county right-of-way on portion of Lincoln Avenue (motion carried)
• Postponed emergency resolution and agreement for courthouse security

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The committee is meeting to review reports on individual supported employment and community inclusion. The session includes updates on the 'Clallam County Together' initiative and reports from state agencies.

• Spotlight on Employment presentation by Morningside
• Update on 'Clallam County Together' from Terry Barrett and Tony Andrus
• Community partner update from PAVE
• Outcome Report for June 2022 covering Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and the County Transition Program
• Reports from the Developmental Disability Administration and Department of Vocational Rehabilitation

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee met August 9, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. Members approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes without changes. The meeting featured a presentation on supported employment by Morningside and updates on community projects and county programs.

• Approved agenda without additions (unanimous)
• Approved May 5, 2022 meeting minutes without changes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several pre-application questionnaires for state and federal grants. Discussion also includes recruitment for a Housing Solutions and Grant Coordinator and various public works and security agreements.

• Letter of support for Clallam County PUD No. 1 broadband middle-mile infrastructure grant
• Pre-application questionnaire for Washington State Parks and Recreation 'No Child Left Inside' #1 Grant ($25,000)
• Pre-application questionnaires for Washington State Parks and Recreation grants regarding Outdoor Learning and Boating Facilities
• Pre-application questionnaire with NOAA for Federal Fish Passage Grant
• Agreement with Norpoint Protective Services to provide Courthouse security

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee is reviewing its established roles, responsibilities, and purpose. Presentations included the University of Washington Housing Affordability Index and a discussion on target wages for economic prosperity.

• Review of Housing Solutions Committee roles and responsibilities
• Presentation: University of Washington Housing Affordability Index
• Presentation: Target Wage for affordable housing
• Presentation: Owner Occupant Ratio in Clallam County

The Housing Solutions Committee met on August 5, 2022, and approved the July 1, 2022 minutes. No other formal actions were taken. Members reviewed the committee's roles and responsibilities, and heard presentations on housing affordability and residential analysis.

• Approved July 1, 2022 minutes (motion carried)

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee reviewed updates on the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) expansion and maintenance reports. Members discussed potential data collection for a Trail Ambassador Pilot Project and addressed state policy regarding e-bike use on natural surface trails.

• $400,000 allocated to JSKT for ODT widening and paving near Pierce Road
• Dungeness Railroad Bridge project involves ODT closures through October 18
• Sadie Creek Trails expansion includes 2.75 miles of new motorized trails
• Peninsula Trail Coalition operates with an annual budget of approximately $150,000
• Discussion regarding e-bike use on non-motorized natural surface trails

The committee discussed homeless activity on the Olympic Discovery Trail and approved June minutes. A DNR easement for a half-mile trail corridor was reported as approved, pending legal review and commissioner approval. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Approved June 1, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reported DNR easement for ~0.5-mile ODT corridor at $32,000, pending legal review and commissioner approval
• Discussed homeless encampment issues on ODT in Sequim area
• Noted Tour of Lavender bike event and 2023 Northwest Tandem Rally on ODT

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will meet to review committee reports and conduct general business. The board is scheduled to discuss a grant to replace the first aid station building and the formation of special committees.

• Grant to replace first aid station building
• Forming Fair Board special committees
• Committee reports on advertising, camping, parking, and hospitality
• Reports on Junior Livestock Auction, 4-H, and WSU Extension

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board met on August 3, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting focused on committee reports and updates on fair preparations, including advertising, camping assignments, livestock auction, and a $25,000 grant to replace the First Aid Station building.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several committee appointments and an emergency resolution for the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project. The agenda also includes a notice of hearing to repeal code regarding massage parlors and a final plat approval for the Harmony Subdivision.

• Emergency Resolution for the Lower Dungenest Floodplain Restoration Project
• Notice of hearing for ordinance repealing Clallam County Code Chapter 7.08 (Massage Parlors – Public Bath Houses)
• Final plat approval for Harmony Subdivision LDV2022-00001 (Rex Turner applicant)
• Appointment of Steve Gray and Mark Ozias to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee
• Appointment of Meggan Uecker to the Marine Resources Committee

The Board of County Commissioners approved the final plat for Harmony Subdivision (LDV2022-00001), a routine land-use decision. They also adopted several resolutions, including appointments to advisory boards and an emergency resolution for the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project. No substantive policy changes or major funding decisions were made; most items were administrative or procedural.

• Approved final plat for Harmony Subdivision LDV2022-00001 (unanimous)
• Adopted emergency resolution for Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Treasurer to open additional investment accounts (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Steve Gray and Mark Ozias to Solid Waste Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Meggan Uecker to Marine Resources Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Rebecca 'Becca' E. Larsen to Behavioral Health Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Kenneth Reandeau to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Issued notice of hearing for ordinance repealing Chapter 7.08 Massage Parlors - Public Bath Houses (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to review emergency repairs for the Juvenile and Family Services Facility and the purchase of tidelands in Sequim. The meeting also includes several board appointments and departmental updates.

• Briefing on Emergency Resolution 77, 2022 for HVAC repairs at Juvenile and Family Services Facility estimated at $25,000
• Resolution to authorize Don Crawford to sign closing documents for property at Cline Spit Road, Sequim
• Resolution for vacation of County Right of Way on a portion of Lincoln Avenue
• Emergency Resolution for the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project
• Appointments to the Fair Advisory Board, Port Crescent Pioneer Cemetery Advisory Board, and Marine Resources Committee

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board is reviewing progress on several heritage grant projects. Discussion includes status updates for the New Dungeness Lighthouse, North Olympic History Center, Sequim Museum & Arts, and Clallam County Genealogical Society.

• Review of 2021 project reports
• Discussion of 2023 Heritage Funds award changes
• North Olympic History Center $14,500 grant update regarding digitization equipment
• Clallam County Genealogical Society $2,400 grant update regarding obituary scanning
• New Dungeness Lighthouse project status and requested extension

The Heritage Advisory Board approved $40,000 for the 2023 grant cycle and accepted project status reports, including extensions for two grants. They also approved the agenda and minutes, but made no changes to the grant procedure checklist, which will be discussed in October.

• Approved $40,000 for 2023 Heritage Fund grants (unanimous)
• Accepted NOHC and Genealogical Society projects as complete (unanimous)
• Accepted extensions for Dungeness Light and Sequim Museum grants (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved May 2, 2022 minutes as presented (unanimous)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee is reviewing bylaws to improve tribal representation and discussing the status of Port Angeles solid waste permits. Members also discussed a future joint meeting with the Jefferson County advisory committee.

• Continued hearing on Olympic Disposal Systems Conditional Use Permit in Carlsborg
• Bylaws review regarding tribal nation representation
• Proposed joint meeting with Jefferson County SWAC in early 2023
• Review of Port Angeles revised permit status and gate times
• Discussion of 2,000 cubic yards of biosolids approved for Roosevelt Landfill

The Clallam County Solid Waste Advisory Committee approved the June 22, 2022 minutes and received reports on staff changes, a continued hearing on a transfer facility permit, and grant tasks. No new business was conducted, and no formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved June 22, 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Steve Johnson, second by Brian Tate)
• Noted Steve Gray as interim ClaCo rep pending BOCC approval
• Continued hearing on Olympic Disposal CUP in Carlsborg (second continuation approved by Hearing Examiner)
• Discussed LSWFA grant tasks; no action taken
• Agreed to include SWMP implementation recommendations for SWAC review
• Confirmed next meeting for August 24, 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several contract amendments, a bid award for sewer work, and supplemental budget appropriations. A public hearing is scheduled to consider resolutions regarding funding for parks, district court, and human services.

• Bid award: Village Lane Sewer Main Extension Project via C&J Excavating, Inc.
• Sheriff appropriation: $48,003 for Operation Stonegarden Grant patrol overtime
• Sheriff appropriation: $22,674 for Registered Sex Offender Address and Residency Verification Program
• Juvenile Services appropriation: $37,971 for SCRC/Ancillary Therapeutic Services support
• Public hearing: $370,100 for Serenity House bathroom improvements via HHS

The Board approved an agreement with OAC Services, Inc. for initial detailed facility design work for the Joint Public Safety Facility (JPSF), along with several other contracts and a bid award. The Board also adopted supplemental appropriations and debatable emergencies, including funding for veteran assistance and land acquisition near Cline Spit. An executive session was held to discuss potential litigation, and the Board directed the Prosecuting Attorney's Office to proceed with a quo warranto action in Superior Court.

• Approved OAC Services design contract for JPSF (unanimous)
• Approved bid award for Village Lane Sewer Main Extension to C&I Excavating, Inc. (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations for Sheriff, Juvenile Services (unanimous)
• Adopted debatable emergencies including veteran assistance and Cline Spit land acquisition (unanimous)
• Approved agreements with DSHS, DOH, OCVA, Jefferson County, and Dept. of Ecology (unanimous)
• Directed Prosecuting Attorney to file quo warranto action in Superior Court (unanimous)

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board is meeting to review staff reports on weed management projects and discuss the 2023 budget. Reports include updates on the Lake Sutherland Management District and Knotweed projects.

• 2023 Budget discussion
• Lake Sutherland Management District report
• Knotweed Projects report
• Road Department IWM report

The Clallam County Noxious Weed Control Board approved the proposed 2023 weed control budget and the Lake Sutherland Management District budget, both unanimously. The board also agreed to investigate raising the assessment fee, which has not increased since 2000, with more information to be presented in April 2023. Staff and financial reports were accepted, and the April minutes were adopted.

• Approved 2023 noxious weed control budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Lake Sutherland Management District budget (unanimous)
• Adopted April minutes as drafted (unanimous)
• Accepted staff and financial reports (unanimous)
• Agreed to investigate raising the assessment fee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing a professional services agreement for the detailed design phase of the Joint Public Safety Facility. They are also discussing the repeal of county code regarding massage parlors and public bath houses.

• Agreement with OAC Services, Inc. for $109,993 for Joint Public Safety Facility design work
• Proposed ordinance to repeal Clallam County Code Chapter 7.08 (Massage Parlors – Public Bath Houses)
• Final plat approval for Harmony Subdivision (LDV2022-00001)
• Appointments to Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Marine Resources Committee, Behavioral Health Advisory Board, and Planning Commission
• Quarterly expenditure report for American Rescue Plan Act projects

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a work session to begin discussing changes to the current Sign Ordinance (CCC 33.57). Staff reviewed proposed updates regarding sign technology, permitting processes through building permits, and non-conforming sign standards.

• Work session on updating the Sign Ordinance (CCC 33.57)
• Discussion of new sign technology and light trespass reduction
• Proposed changes to transition sign permitting to the building permit process

The Clallam County Planning Commission held a work session on proposed sign code amendments, discussing goals, permitting, and abandoned/prohibited signs. No formal decisions were made; staff will revise the draft based on suggestions for the next meeting.

• No formal decisions or votes taken during the meeting
• Discussed sign code changes including goals, permitting, abandoned and prohibited signs
• Staff to incorporate suggestions and present revised draft at next meeting

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to review the Director's report and approve June check registers. The board will also discuss Public Records Act training.

• Approval of June check registers totaling $1,023,958.44
• Approval of The Outpost June check registers totaling $3,380.38
• Approval of Executive Director Sarah Martinez June timesheet
• Discussion of Public Records Act training

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners held a routine meeting with no substantive decisions beyond approving the consent agenda. The Executive Director reported unsuccessful grant funding attempts and discussed future opportunities, but no formal actions were taken on these matters.

• Approved consent agenda including June timesheet, minutes, and check registers (voice vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a 2022 mid-year budget status review. The meeting also includes the approval of vouchers totaling $1,408,477.19 and several state agency agreements.

• 2022 Mid-Year Budget Status Review
• Approval of vouchers for the week of July 11 totaling $1,408,477.19
• Bid opening for Village Lane Sewer Main Project CSP#2
• Agreement with WA State Military Department for PenCom NextGeneration 911 technology
• Resolution appointing Meggan Uecker to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The board approved four state agreements for behavioral support, Becca programs, and 911 dispatch costs, and forwarded Village Lane Sewer Main bids to Public Works. A mid-year budget hearing was held with no action taken. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agreement amendment with Dept. of Commerce for youth shelter behavioral support (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Administrative Office of the Courts for Becca programs (unanimous)
• Approved two agreements with Military Dept. for 911 dispatch costs (unanimous)
• Forwarded Village Lane Sewer Main bids to Public Works for review (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Meggan Uecker to Solid Waste Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Opened and closed public hearing on 2022 Mid-Year Budget Review; no action taken

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet to discuss overdose trends, harm reduction, and modifications to the Board's bylaws. The body will also address tribal representation for board membership and a meeting recess for August.

• Discussion on Clallam County Overdose Trends/Harm Reduction
• Proposed modifications to Board of Health Bylaws
• Discussion on Board of Health Membership regarding the Tribal Representative
• COVID-19 update from the Health Officer
• Planning for August Board of Health Meeting Recess

The Board unanimously amended its bylaws to require at least 8 members and at least one tribal representative selected by the American Indian Health Commission. Navarra Carr was elected Vice-Chair unanimously. The Board also voted to recess the August meeting (6 yes, 1 no, 1 abstention). No other substantive decisions were made.

• Amended Board of Health Bylaws to require at least 8 members and one tribal representative (unanimous)
• Elected Navarra Carr as Vice-Chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda modifications (unanimous)
• Approved June 21, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recessed August 2022 Board of Health meeting (6-1, 1 abstention)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss several administrative updates and contract amendments. Key items include updating contact information for the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline and extending a funding agreement with the Department of Social and Health Services.

• Update to National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 3-digit number (9-8-8)
• Amendment to DSHS Division of Developmental Disabilities agreement through June 30, 2023
• Amendment to Department of Health contract adding $1,500 for Vector-Borne programs
• Agreement with Office of Crime Victims Advocacy for Victim Witness Assistance Grant Programs
• Agreement with Department of Ecology for the Dungeness Floodplains Restoration Project

Marine Resources Committee

The committee is discussing updates regarding Northwest Seaweed Conservancy (NWSC) vessels and various environmental projects. Discussions include oyster surveys, forage fish training, and biotoxin sampling.

• Addition of two derelict vessels to the NWSC cleanup list
• Olympia oysters JST survey date updates
• Forage Fish survey and training updates
• Distribution of 1500 coasters for education/outreach
• Biotoxin sampling site and volunteer updates

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee approved the June minutes with one abstention. A subcommittee was formed to allocate congressionally directed spending funds, with volunteers named. The committee also discussed updates on derelict vessels, oyster surveys, forage fish, and outreach efforts, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved June 2022 minutes (1 abstention)
• Formed subcommittee for congressionally directed spending funds (volunteers: Alan Clark, Tim Cochnauer, Ann Soule, Jeff Ward)

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board is meeting to discuss a draft project grant agreement and seek legal clarification on maintenance expenditures. The board will also review procedures used by other counties.

• Review of draft project grant agreement from the Prosecuting Attorney's office
• Clarification of RCW 84.34.240 regarding maintenance expenditures
• Review of conservation program procedures from other counties

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board met and adopted the agenda and approved the June 8, 2022 minutes. Members discussed the draft agreement and clarified RCW 84.34.240 regarding 15% maintenance expenditures, but no substantive decisions were made on these items. The next meeting is scheduled for August 10, 2022.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved June 8, 2022 minutes as presented (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several supplemental appropriations, including funding for the Sheriff, Juvenile Services, and District Court. The agenda also includes various contract agreements and a resolution to extend the acting County Engineer's term.

• Sheriff Operations: $48,003 for Operation Stonegarden Grant reimbursement
• Juvenile Services: $37,971 for SCRC/Ancillary Therapeutic Services treatment support
• District Court: $77,416 for PERS Plan 2 retirement funding
• HHS Operations: $370,100 for Serenity House bathroom improvements
• General Fund: $120,000 for land acquisition adjacent to Cline Spit

The Board approved several contracts and agreements, including collective bargaining with the Prosecutors' Association, a fish passage restoration project, and hotel/motel tax fund agreements. They also issued notices for supplemental appropriations and called a hearing for debatable emergencies to be considered on July 26.

• Approved consent agenda including RCO grant support letter for Olympic Discovery Trail (unanimous)
• Approved collective bargaining agreement with Prosecutors' Association 2022-2024 (unanimous)
• Approved McDonald Creek Fish Passage Restoration Project agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Marine Resources Committee Operations agreement amendment (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Hotel/Motel Tax agreements with Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau and Peninsula Trails Coalition (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution extending acting County Engineer for up to six months (unanimous)
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations for Sheriff, Juvenile Services (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution calling July 26 hearing for debatable emergencies including COVID costs, PERS retirement, Serenity House repayment, veteran assistance, Cline Spit land acquisition (unanimous)

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The board will review a presentation on 2021/22 overdose trends in Clallam County and hear from the Jamestown Healing Clinic. Members will also vote on Rebecca Larsen for a consumer position and discuss creating a standing interview committee.

• Presentation: Overdose Trends in Clallam County 2021/22
• New member vote: Rebecca Larsen (Consumer/Past Consumer of Mental Health Services)
• Discussion: Creation of a standing interview committee
• Presentation: Jamestown Healing Clinic
• Discussion: Changing funding mechanisms

The board approved Rebecca Larsen for the Services for the Homeless position after an interview panel recommendation. Members also heard presentations on the Jamestown Healing Clinic and overdose trends, and discussed syringe services, naloxone distribution, and treatment access. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved Rebecca Larsen for Services for the Homeless position (majority vote)
• Approved agenda (majority vote)
• Approved minutes with correction to Jody Jacobsen's announcement (majority vote)
• Volunteers named for standing interview committee: John DeBoer, Christina Miko, Kristina Bullington, Wendy Sisk

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is holding a work session to discuss several state agreements and budget items. Key topics include behavioral health support for youth and funding for the PenCom dispatch center.

• Contract amendment with WA Dept of Commerce for youth shelter behavioral support increasing total to $584,896
• Agreement with WA Administrative Office of the Courts for Becca Programs up to $142,030
• Agreements with WA Military Department for PenCom dispatch center NextGeneration 911 technology and coordinator training
• Letter of support for RCO Grant 22-1483 for Olympic Discovery Trail and Anderson Lake State Park Trail extension
• Resolution appointing Meggan Uecker to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board is meeting to review committee reports and discuss potential changes to fair admission rates. The board will also consider updates to headliner entertainment and fairgrounds facility improvements.

• Investigation of Fair Admission Rate Increase
• Proposed paid entrance for Friday Night Headliner
• Discussion of renovating the interior of the Art Barn
• Proposal to use Forest Green Metal Roofing for future projects
• Introduction of Don Crawford, new Director of Parks, Fair & Facilities

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board held a regular meeting on July 6, 2022, and approved the minutes as presented. No formal decisions were made on new business items, which included discussions about a potential admission rate increase, adding a paid Friday night headliner, and alternating rock/country headliners. The board also received updates on fair preparations, including advertising, camping, and the livestock auction, and noted a board member resignation.

• Approved minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Discussed potential admission rate increase (no action)
• Discussed adding paid Friday night headliner (no action)
• Discussed alternating rock/country headliners (no action)
• Tabled moving meetings to 2nd or 4th Wednesday (future discussion)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a proposed two-year labor agreement for the Prosecutors' Association and a resolution to extend Joseph Donisi as acting County Engineer. The meeting also includes discussions on various grants, restoration projects, and hotel/motel tax fund allocations.

• Collective bargaining agreement with Prosecutors' Association (July 1, 2022-June 30, 2024) with an estimated $85,000 impact
• Resolution extending Joseph Donisi as acting County Engineer from July 12, 2022 to January 12, 2023
• Agreement with Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office for McDonald Creek Fish Passage Restoration Project
• Hotel/Motel Tax Fund agreements with Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau and Peninsula Trails Coalition
• Appointment of Peter Davis and reappointment of Roger Hoffman to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several administrative resolutions regarding advisory board appointments. The agenda also includes contract amendments, agreement terminations, and a public hearing on forestry ordinances.

• Public hearing for an ordinance regarding County Forestry requirements
• Verbal approval to reject bids on the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Project
• Agreement amendment with Department of Ecology for Stormwater Discharge in Clallam County Phase 1 Project
• Resolutions appointing members to the Homelessness Task Force, Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Board of Health, Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board, and Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Agreements with Lincoln Park BMX Association, Forks Chamber of Commerce, and Port Angeles Waterfront Center for 2022 Hotel/Motel Tax Funds

The Board of County Commissioners rejected all bids for the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Project after discussion with staff and the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe. The board also adopted a forestry ordinance imposing development moratoriums on harvested areas and approved multiple agreements and appointments. All actions were unanimous.

• Rejected bids on Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Project (unanimous)
• Adopted forestry ordinance for conversion from forestry to non-forestry use (unanimous)
• Approved agreement termination for Hood Canal Regional Septic Loan program (unanimous)
• Approved agreement amendment with Dept. of Ecology for Stormwater Discharge Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Hotel/Motel Tax agreements with Lincoln Park BMX, Forks Chamber, Port Angeles Waterfront Center (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions on Homelessness Task Force membership and appointments (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Board of Health, Conservation Futures, Parks & Recreation (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Park and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to discuss unfinished business and new operational procedures. The board will address land acquisitions and transfers and introduce new members and leadership.

• Cline Spit Land Acquisition
• Status of Clallam Bay Land Transfer
• Proposal for monthly park site visits by Board members
• Discussion on live streaming meetings for public transparency
• Introduction of Director R. Donald Crawford CGM

The Clallam County Parks Advisory Board unanimously approved a motion to recommend the department purchase a utility vehicle (gator) for Camp Host use at Salt Creek Recreation Area. The board also discussed but took no action on live streaming meetings, and heard updates on the Cline Spit land purchase and other projects.

• Approved motion to recommend purchasing a gator for Camp Host use (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:35 p.m. (unanimous)

Housing Solutions Committee

The agenda for the Clallam County Housing Solutions Committee meeting on July 1, 2022, could not be retrieved. The provided text indicates the requested URL was not found, so no specific items for discussion or decision are available.

The Housing Solutions Committee approved its agenda and June minutes, heard a presentation on multifamily housing from a builder, and discussed forming subcommittees based on the county housing blueprint. The committee voted to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners hire a full-time support staff person for the committee, and approved its bylaws. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved June 3, 2022 minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended hiring full-time Housing Solutions support staff (motion carried)
• Approved bylaws (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss supplemental appropriations for health services and public works. The meeting includes a call for a mid-year 2022 budget review hearing and consideration of several debatable emergencies.

• Supplemental appropriations including $191,479 for Developmental Disabilities and $119,710 for WIC and vaccine services
• Debatable emergency funding requests including $253,208 for Hotel/Motel Tax Fund and $200,000 for Conservation Futures
• Call for bids for the Village Lane Sewer Main Project
• Ordinances to extend water system franchises for Washington Water Service Company at Elizabeth Lane and Sunshine Acres
• Fee waiver of $150 for Clallam Bay / Sekiu Fun Days assembly permit applications

The board authorized entering a purchase and sales agreement for the Cline Spit property and closing within three months. It also adopted supplemental appropriations, including COVID-19 response funds and grants, and extended two water system franchises. The bid rejection for the Lower Dungeness River project was postponed.

• Authorized purchase and sales agreement for Cline Spit, close within 3 months (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations totaling over $1.1M for HHS, sewer, sheriff, etc. (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinances extending water system franchises for Elizabeth Lane and Sunshine Acres (unanimous)
• Approved agreement amendment with DSHS for developmental disabilities services (unanimous)
• Approved agreement amendment with RCO for salmon lead entity (unanimous)
• Approved fee waiver for Clallam Bay/Sekiu Fun Days assembly permit (unanimous)
• Issued notice for mid-year 2022 budget review hearing (unanimous)
• Postponed decision to reject bids on Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration/Levee project

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing the termination of the Hood Canal Regional Septic Loan program and receiving updates on the Rural Development Institute. An executive session is scheduled to discuss three potential real estate transactions involving county and state land.

• Termination of Interlocal Agreement for Hood Canal Regional Septic Loan program
• Agreement with Department of Ecology for Stormwater Discharge phase 1 project
• Hotel/Motel Tax Fund agreements for Lincoln Park BMX Association, Forks Chamber of Commerce, and Port Angeles Waterfront Center
• Appointments to Homelessness Task Force, Solid Waste Advisory Committee, Board of Health, and Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board
• Executive session regarding Clallam Bay Spit Community Beach Park, Cline Spit Community Beach County park, and a former Lake Aldwell boat launch

Marine Resources Committee

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee is holding its monthly meeting to discuss updates on derelict vessels, a summer intern, and various project updates including Olympia oysters, forage fish, and biotoxin sampling. They will also consider approving minutes from April and May, and hear public comment.

• Approval of April and May meeting minutes
• Update on derelict vessels in Clallam County
• Tumwater Trap removed June 21
• New dog waste bag dispenser installed at Place Rd. levee
• Forage Fish training July 13th in Port Townsend

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee met on June 27, 2022, and approved the April and May meeting minutes unanimously. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and reports on ongoing projects such as derelict vessel removal, summer intern recruitment (which resulted in no interns), and forage fish surveys. The committee discussed but did not decide on a logo refresh, deferring it to the July meeting.

• Approved April and May 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled logo refresh discussion to July meeting
• No summer interns hired after applicant withdrawals
• Follow-up with DNR on derelict vessel removal (action item)

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The agenda for the Clallam County Department of Natural Resources meeting on June 27, 2022, could not be retrieved; the provided link returned a 'Not Found' error. As a result, no specific items for discussion or decision can be reported.

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee is meeting to receive responses from the City of Port Angeles regarding transfer station operations, service transitions, and contract termination. The committee will also discuss administrative matters including bylaws and member recruitment.

• City of Port Angeles responses to questions on trash hauling, recycling, and biosolids
• Discussion on Tribal representation on the SWAC
• Review and potential revision of SWAC bylaws
• Proposal for a joint meeting with Jefferson County SWAC in Spring 2023
• Status of vacant positions and recruitment

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee voted to convene a subcommittee to review bylaws regarding tribal representation, addressing concerns that a single 'tribal council' position inadequately represents four tribal nations. The committee also approved scheduling a joint meeting with Jefferson County SWAC in early 2023 and continued monthly meetings on the fourth Wednesday at 3 pm. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were informational or deferred due to absent City of Port Angeles staff.

• Convened subcommittee to review bylaws on tribal representation (motion carried)
• Scheduled joint meeting with Jefferson County SWAC in early 2023 (motion carried)
• Continued monthly meetings on 4th Wednesday at 3 pm, with November meeting on 11/16 (motion carried)
• Approved 5/25/22 meeting minutes (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing an assembly permit and a $150 application fee waiver for the 2022 Clallam Bay / Sekiu Fun Days event. The meeting also includes discussions on public works bids, budget reviews, and state grant applications.

• Request to waive $150 assembly permit fee for Clallam Bay / Sekiu Fun Days
• Call for bids for the Village Lane Sewer Main Project (due July 19, 2022)
• Request to reject bids on the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Project
• Call for Mid-Year 2022 Budget Review hearing on July 19, 2022
• Pre-application for 2022 Festivals and Events Grant Program with WA State Department of Commerce

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will call for a hearing on an ordinance regarding forestry conversion requirements and development moratoriums. The body is also reviewing several agreements for floodplain restoration and wastewater projects.

• Call for hearing on Ordinance adding Chapter 27.11 regarding forestry to non-forestry use conversion
• Agreement amendment 1 with Department of Ecology for Clallam Bay – Sekiu Wastewater Treatment Facility Project
• Settlement agreement with Scarsella Brothers, Inc. for Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project
• Agreement amendment 1 with Aqua Terra Cultural Resource Consultants for Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration Project
• Approval of vouchers totaling $541,132.63 for the week of June 13

The board approved a settlement agreement with Scarsella Brothers, Inc. for the Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project, among other contracts and resolutions. No bids were received for the McDonald Creek Irrigation and Fish Passage Improvement Project. All actions were approved unanimously by the two present commissioners.

• Approved settlement agreement with Scarsella Brothers, Inc. for Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project (2-0)
• Approved agreement with Department of Health for regulation of water recreation facilities (2-0)
• Approved agreement amendment 1 with Department of Ecology for Clallam Bay-Sekiu Wastewater Treatment Facility Project (2-0)
• Approved agreement amendment 1 with Aqua Terra Cultural Resource Consultants for Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration Project (2-0)
• Approved agreements with Port Angeles Baseball, Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce, and Lincoln Park BMX Association for 2022 Hotel/Motel Tax Funds (2-0)
• Adopted resolution establishing one new recording till in Auditor's Office (2-0)
• Adopted resolution closing District Court I Office Petty Cash Fund (2-0)
• Adopted resolution appointing members to Housing Solutions Committee, Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee, Board of Equalization, and Port Crescent Pioneer Cemetery Advisory Board (2-0)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to conduct a public hearing on repealing Ordinance #13 regarding Board membership. The repeal is requested because legal opinion determined the Board of County Commissioners, not the Board of Health, has the authority to change board composition.

• Public hearing on an ordinance repealing Board of Health Ordinance #13 (Section 41.01.020 Membership of the Board of Health)
• Discussion on gun violence with Dr. Berry
• Medical Respite Center update
• Community Health Assessment update
• Public Health staffing updates

The Clallam County Board of Health unanimously repealed Ordinance #13, which defined the board's membership, after a public hearing with no comments. The board also approved the May 17, 2022 meeting minutes and modified the agenda to move a gun violence discussion. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Repealed Board of Health Ordinance #13 (membership) (unanimous)
• Approved May 17, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Modified agenda to move gun violence discussion (unanimous)

Clallam County Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to review investment, revenue, and expenditure reports. The body is scheduled to discuss the county's investment policy with outside consultant Earl Johnson.

• Review of Investment Policy with consultant Earl Johnson
• Investment, Revenue, and Expenditure reports
• Rescheduling of December 8 meeting to December 15

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the FY2023 Budget and a Succession Plan. The agenda also includes a discussion regarding short-term rentals.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-16: Adoption of FY2023 Budget
• Resolution #PHA-2022-17: Adoption of Succession Plan
• Discussion regarding short-term rentals
• Approval of May check registers totaling $1,010,799.64
• Approval of May Outpost check registers totaling $2,759.91

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved the FY2023 budget (Resolution #PHA-2022-16) and a succession plan (Resolution #PHA-2022-17), both by voice vote. The board also heard a presentation on developing the remaining bare land at Eklund Heights, including 25 one-bedroom units, and discussed but took no formal stance on short-term rentals. Consent agenda items were approved, with one commissioner abstaining on the May Outpost Check Register.

• Approved consent agenda including May Timesheet, May Meeting Minutes, and May Check Registers (voice vote)
• Approved May Outpost Check Register (voice vote; Commissioner Tinker abstained)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-16, Adoption of FY2023 Budget (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-17, Adoption of Succession Plan (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission voted to move a Proposed Forestry Conversion Ordinance and the 2nd Half 2021 Current Use Assessments to the Board of County Commissioners for approval. The body also received staff information regarding the need to update the county sign code, which has not been updated since 2000.

• Voted 6-0 to move 2nd Half 2021 Current Use Assessments to Board of County Commissioners, noting a $9,545 shift to taxpayers
• Voted 6-0 to move Proposed Forestry Conversion Ordinance to Board of County Commissioners with one added sentence on applicability
• Staff presentation on updating the sign code (Chapter 33.57) to address outdated standards and legal invalidations
• Appointment of Thomas Butler to a vacant Planning Commission seat

The Clallam County Planning Commission elected Steve Gale as chair and Ron Long as vice-chair following Jane Hielman's resignation. The commission also began discussing updates to the Sign Ordinance, with members providing comments to guide staff. No formal decisions were made on the ordinance.

• Elected Steve Gale as chair (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Elected Ron Long as vice-chair (6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several supplemental budget appropriations and emergency funding requests. They will also hold a notice of hearing regarding the extension of water system franchises for Washington Water Service Company.

• Notice of hearing for water system franchises: Elizabeth Lane and Sunshine Acres
• Proposed supplemental appropriations for COVID-19 response ($65,000) and WIC/Maternal Child Health ($119,710)
• Emergency funding requests: Hotel/Motel Tax Fund ($253,208) and Conservation Futures ($200,000)
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department for All Hazards Alert Broadcast Siren
• Contract amendment for Victim Witness Assistance Grant with WA State Department of Commerce

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting, approving consent agenda items, contracts, and appointments. They issued notices for supplemental appropriations and a hearing on debatable emergencies to be considered on June 28, 2022. No final budget decisions were made at this meeting.

• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, minutes, and proclamations (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment with WA State Dept of Commerce for Victim Witness Assistance Grant (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with WA Military Dept for All Hazards Alert Broadcast Siren (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions appointing Leslie Bond, Charla Wright, and Vanessa Castle to committees (unanimous)
• Issued notice of hearing for water system franchise ordinances for June 28 (unanimous)
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations totaling over $1.3 million for June 28 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution calling for hearing on debatable emergencies totaling over $600,000 for June 28 (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several funding requests from the YMCA and Peninsula Housing Authority using American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting also includes discussions on budget emergencies, jail vacancies, and various administrative appointments.

• YMCA funding request of $500,000 for an 8,000 sq ft Early Learning Facility
• Funding requests from Peninsula Housing Authority for Mutual Self-Help Building Program and Eklund Heights
• Temporary closure of Cooper Ranch Road No 20650
• Hotel/Motel Tax Fund agreements with Port Angeles Baseball, Port Angeles Chamber of Commerce, and Lincoln Park BMX Association
• Settlement agreement with Scarsella Brothers, Inc. for Lower Dungeness Floodplain Restoration Project

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the disbursement of up to 15% of maintenance funds for farmland conservation easements. The board will also discuss the timing for a second call for grants.

• Discussion on disbursing up to 15% of maintenance funds for farmland Conservation Easements
• Discussion on timing for a second call for grants

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board met and approved the agenda and prior minutes. Members discussed how to disburse up to 15% of maintenance funds for farmland conservation easements, especially for easements where the county won't hold title, and agreed to research other counties and the Attorney's Office. A second call for grants was postponed to a future meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved May 11, 2022 minutes as presented (motion carried)
• Postponed timing for a second call for grants

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve weekly vouchers and minutes. The primary action item is the bid opening for the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Realignment Phase 2.

• Bid opening for Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Realignment Phase 2
• Approval of vouchers for the week of May 30 totaling $540,611.22
• Approval of minutes for the week of May 30

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting on June 6-7, 2022. They approved the consent agenda, forwarded a bid for the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Realignment Phase 2 to the Department of Community Development for review, and discussed several appointments and agreements. No final decisions were made on the appointments or contracts discussed.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers and minutes (unanimous)
• Forwarded Delhur Industries Inc. bid of $1,948,000.42 for Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee Realignment Phase 2 to Department of Community Development for review

Homelessness Task Force

The Homelessness Task Force is meeting to discuss safe parking and Department of Commerce hotel leasing and rapid rehousing funding. The body will also vote on membership bylaws and discuss the task force's purpose.

• Vote on Membership Bylaw
• Discussion on Safe Parking
• Department of Commerce Hotel Leasing and Rapid Rehousing Funding
• Recommendations for new task force members

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force approved final bylaws changing membership from 25 to 26 and approved three new members: Leonard Hicks (Business Community), Susan Sullivan (At Large), and Samuel Schroeder (Advocate for Youth). A subcommittee was formed to explore safe parking options, and a $300,000 rapid rehousing grant application was discussed with a June 14 deadline.

• Approved final bylaws, increasing membership from 25 to 26 (majority vote)
• Approved Leonard Hicks for Business Community position (majority vote)
• Approved Susan Sullivan for At Large position (majority vote)
• Approved Samuel Schroeder for Advocate for Youth position (majority vote)
• Formed safe parking subcommittee with volunteers Mark Hodgson, Sandra Allen, Johnny Ankrom, Loni Greninger, John DeBoer

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board is conducting a field trip to familiarize members with the mission and operations of the recently relocated Genealogical Society. The tour will be led by Roberta Griset.

• Field trip to Clallam County Genealogical Society at 403 E 8th Street

The June 6, 2022 meeting was a field trip to the Clallam County Genealogical Society, so no minutes or formal decisions were recorded. The board toured the facility to learn about its operations. The next meeting is scheduled for August 1, 2022.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is discussing the appointment of members to several county committees and reviewing budget performance reports. The meeting includes a briefing on water system franchises for Elizabeth Lane and Sunshine Acres and a grant application for victim witness assistance.

• Victim Witness Assistance Grant application for $62,230.00
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department for All Hazards Alert Broadcast Siren
• Notice of hearing for June 28 regarding water system franchises for Elizabeth Lane and Sunshine Acres
• Appointment of Leslie Bond to the Housing Solutions Committee
• Appointment of Charla Wright to the Olympic Area Agency on Aging O3A

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee will review survey results and a presentation from Craft3. Members are scheduled to discuss funding sources and a motion to approve committee bylaws.

• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act Funds
• Discussion of 1590 Funds
• Discussion of 1406 Funds
• Discussion of Opportunity Fund
• Motion to approve committee bylaws

The Housing Solutions Committee met June 3, 2022, and approved the agenda and May minutes. A motion to amend bylaws to add a public comment subsection was tabled until the Prosecuting Attorney's Office reviews the language and subcommittee meeting requirements. Members also heard a Craft3 loan program presentation and discussed funding sources and survey results.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved May 5, 2022 minutes
• Tabled bylaw amendment adding public comment subsection pending prosecutor review

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates on Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and Olympic Adventure Trail (OAT) maintenance. Members will also discuss state policy requests regarding e-bike use on non-motorized natural surface trails.

• Discussion of DNR and WDFW request for input on e-bike use on natural surface trails
• Peninsula Trail Coalition ODT Trail Ambassador Pilot Project funding via County Lodging Tax Grant
• Review of Peninsula Trail Coalition ODT Public Survey Results
• ODT improvement/expansion project updates

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee met and approved the April and May 2022 minutes. They discussed e-bike policy input but made no motion to submit a letter. They also heard updates on trail projects, including approved federal funding for ODT improvements and maintenance reports.

• Approved April 6, 2022 meeting minutes (no objections)
• Approved May 4, 2022 meeting minutes (no objections)
• No motion made to submit TAC comment on e-bike use on OAT
• Heard report of County Commissioners approving $400,000 STBG funding to JSKT for ODT widening/paving

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will hold a regular monthly meeting to review committee reports and conduct new business. The board will discuss the dog barn and llamas/alpacas, as well as open superintendent positions.

• Committee reports on advertising, camping, parking, hospitality, information booth, junior livestock auction, 4-H, and royalty
• Fair Kitchen special committee report
• New business regarding the dog barn
• New business regarding llamas/alpacas
• Discussion of unopposed and open superintendent positions

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board approved the appointment of superintendents for the Fine Arts Barn, Dog Barn, and Goat Barn, and a list of assistant superintendents. The board also discussed fair logistics, including camping sign-ups, livestock auction numbers, and new fair kitchen leadership. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Sarah Tucker as Fine Arts Barn Superintendent, Carrie Simons and Robin Kelley as Dog Co-Superintendents, and Molly Yedinak as Sheep/Goats Superintendent (unanimous, Melanie Greer abstained)
• Approved list of Assistant Superintendents: Glenn McFall (Cat), Karen Anderson (Cattle), Janeydean O'Connor (4H/FFA Building), Nancy Berry (Hobbies & Crafts), Evelyn Simpson (Home Arts), Brian Cristion (Swine) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting as presented (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss a professional services installation contract for new security cameras and door control systems. The project aims to replace obsolete equipment and improve incident investigation tools.

• Statement of work agreement with Verkada Development Services for security cameras and door control
• Applicant resolution and authorization with Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office for Morse Creek Feasibility Study
• Discussion of Forestry Conversion Ordinance scheduled for June 13
• Discussion of Current Use Assessment Resolution scheduled for June 13
• Discussion of YMCA funding request scheduled for June 13

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations for the Sheriff's Office and Parks & Facilities. Additionally, a public hearing is scheduled to discuss emergency funding requests for Human Resources and General Fund reserves.

• Budget revision: $9,853 for two license plate reader units for Sheriff - Emergency Services
• Budget revision: $227,000 for Access Control System Project for Parks & Facilities - REET
• Supplemental appropriation: $35,007 for Courthouse Access Control upgrades
• Emergency funding: $60,000 for Human Resources Workers compensation Claims insurance premium increase
• Emergency funding: $60,000 for Local Crime Victim Compensation revenue shortfall

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners approved a statement of work agreement with Verkada Development Services for a new door control system and security cameras. They also adopted resolutions for budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including funding for license plate readers and courthouse access control upgrades. Several public hearings were held and closed, with resolutions adopted for debatable emergencies, vacation of a portion of Lincoln Avenue, and allocation of Surface Transportation Block Grant funds.

• Approved Verkada Development Services agreement for door control and security cameras (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for Hotel/Motel Tax Fund expenditures for 2022 Lodging Tax Funding Applications (unanimous)
• Issued notice for bids for McDonald Creek Irrigation and Fish Passage Improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved applicant resolution for Morse Creek Feasibility Study with Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office (unanimous)
• Adopted budget revisions including $99,853 for license plate readers and $227,000 for Access Control System Project (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations for license plate readers, courthouse access control, and COVID grant remainder (unanimous)
• Adopted debatable emergencies for COVID expenses, workers comp, admin specialist, and crime victim compensation (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution to vacate portion of Lincoln Avenue in Clark's Addition (unanimous)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates and schedules for several waste management facilities. The meeting includes status reports on recycling plans and the recruitment of members for vacant positions.

• Blue Mountain Transfer Station status and schedule
• Regional Transfer Station status update
• Recycling current status and future plans
• Proposed Carlsborg Transload/Baling Facility status update
• Vacant positions and recruitment status

The Clallam County Solid Waste Advisory Committee met on May 25, 2022, and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The committee received updates on the Blue Mountain and Regional Transfer Stations, recycling efforts, and a proposed transload/baling facility. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational and discussion-based.

• Approved April 26 meeting minutes (motion by Ann, second by Steve, carried)
• Agenda amended to include co-composting and moderate risk waste facility updates under Regional Transfer Station item
• Noted plans for transload/baling facility on Carlsborg Rd under 2017 Conditional Use Permit; hearing scheduled for July
• Discussed potential joint Jefferson/Clallam SWAC meeting for early 2023

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to consider several contract amendments, a road resurfacing agreement, and resolutions regarding conservation funds and the Board of Health. The agenda also includes various letters of support and a proclamation for the Olympic Peninsula Humane Society.

• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for asphalt resurfacing of S. Airport Road
• Contract amendment with Peninsula Community Health Services regarding the State Opioid Response
• Contract amendment with Department of Health for WIC and COVID-19 vaccine services
• Resolution authorizing expenditures from the Conservation Futures Fund
• Notice of call for applications for Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-housing funding

The Board of County Commissioners held a joint meeting with the Port Angeles City Council and agreed to designate Clallam County as the lead agency for the OAC contract, directing staff to draft a memorandum of understanding. The board also approved several contracts and resolutions, including amendments for health services and a road resurfacing agreement. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Designated Clallam County as lead agency for OAC contract and directed staff to draft MOU with City of Port Angeles (motion carried)
• Approved contract amendment with Peninsula Community Health Services for opioid response support (motion carried)
• Approved contract amendment 4 with Department of Health for WIC, overdose prevention, COVID-19 vaccine, and maternal child health programs (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with WSDOT for asphalt resurfacing of S. Airport Road between U.S. 101 and W. Edgewood Drive (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Conservation Futures Fund expenditures for approved 2022 applications (motion carried)
• Adopted notice for applications for Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-housing funding due June 14, 2022 (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution to restructure Board of Health membership positions (motion carried)
• Adopted consent agenda including letters of support and proclamation for Olympic Peninsula Humane Society (motion carried)

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners and the City of Port Angeles are meeting to discuss project parameters, funding, and timing. The session includes an executive session for real estate discussion and a review of site selection due diligence.

• Project parameters, funding, and timing discussion
• Executive session regarding real estate
• Site selection due diligence requirements
• Partnership and staffing interface between City and County

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners and the City of Port Angeles are meeting to discuss a joint project. The session includes an executive session regarding real estate and discussions on site selection and staffing.

• Executive session to discuss real estate
• Discussion of project funding and timing
• Review of site selection due diligence requirements
• Discussion of partnership staffing and public communications

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board is holding its regular monthly meeting to discuss routine business and committee reports. The board will consider new business, including a proposal to invite Jefferson County 4-H members to the fair, and will review superintendent positions. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• New business: Inviting Jefferson County 4-Hers to Fair
• Committee reports: Advertising, Camping and Parking, Hospitality, Information Booth, Junior Livestock Auction, 4-H, Royalty
• Special committee report: Clallam County Youth Grange
• Other items: Superintendent unopposed positions and open positions
• Public comment periods for agenda and non-agenda items

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board approved Cheryl Martin as Superintendent of Home Arts, Hobbies & Crafts, Photography, and Fine Arts, and Georgina Borte as returning Rabbit Superintendent. The board also discussed fair preparations, including new sponsors, vendors, and the resignation of the Fair Kitchen head, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved Cheryl Martin as Superintendent of Home Arts, Hobbies & Crafts, Photography, and Fine Arts (motion passed)
• Approved Georgina Borte as returning Rabbit Superintendent (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of previous meeting as presented (unanimous)

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review a draft succession plan and consider two resolutions. The board is also scheduled to discuss the purchase of real property in Clallam County during an executive session.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-13 regarding an ARPA Request
• Resolution #PHA-2022-14 regarding a Purchase of Real Property in Clallam County
• Executive Session discussion of property purchase in Clallam County
• Review of draft succession plan
• Approval of April check registers totaling $1,068,644.65

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved three resolutions: an ARPA funding request, a real property purchase in Clallam County, and a request for county funding for infrastructure improvements at Eklund Heights. The board also reviewed a draft succession plan and will vote on adopting it at the next meeting. No public comments were made on agenda items.

• Adopted Resolution #PHA-2022-13, ARPA Request (voice vote, motion carries)
• Adopted Resolution #PHA-2022-14, Purchase of Real Property in Clallam County (voice vote, motion carries)
• Adopted Resolution #PHA-2022-15, Request for County Funding for Infrastructure Improvements (voice vote, motion carries)
• Approved consent agenda as amended, including April minutes, timesheet, and check registers (voice votes; Tinker abstained on Outpost Check Register)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a public hearing regarding the adoption of a new Forestry Conversion Ordinance. The commission is also reviewing several Current Use Assessment applications for property tax reclassifications.

• Public hearing for the adoption of a Forestry Conversion Ordinance
• Current Use Assessment reclassification for Cooper Family Living Trust (29.1 acres)
• Current Use Assessment new application for North Olympic Land Trust (5.19 acres)
• Current Use Assessment new application for Sean and Shari Tallarico (13.08 acres)
• Current Use Assessment new application for Legacy Acres of Joyce Washington (16.44 acres)

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to forward the 2nd Half 2021 Current Use Assessments to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, and voted 5-0 (later confirmed as 6-0) to forward the Proposed Forestry Conversion Ordinance with an added sentence clarifying applicability. Both items were moved to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval.

• Approved forwarding 2nd Half 2021 Current Use Assessments to Board of County Commissioners (6-0)
• Approved forwarding Proposed Forestry Conversion Ordinance with added applicability sentence to Board of County Commissioners (5-0, later confirmed 6-0)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several budget reallocations and supplemental appropriations. These include funding for Sheriff license plate readers, Parks & Facilities access control systems, and various emergency funding requests.

• Agreement with Small Business Development Center for business advising
• Resolution creating a Public Works Broadband Infrastructure Capital Projects fund
• Budget reallocation of $9,853 for Sheriff license plate reader units
• Budget reallocation of $227,000 for Parks & Facilities Access Control System Project
• Emergency funding request of $60,000 for Human Resources Workers Compensation insurance premium increase

The Board approved a resolution creating a new Public Works Broadband Infrastructure Capital Projects Fund and issued notices for May 31 hearings on budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies. Several routine items were approved, including a contract with the Small Business Development Center and appointments to advisory boards. No substantive decisions were made on the budget items themselves, which are scheduled for later action.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with Small Business Development Center for business advising (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution appointing Jai Lust to Trails Advisory Committee (motion carried)
• Adopted resolutions changing Behavioral Health Advisory Board membership (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution creating Public Works Broadband Infrastructure Capital Projects Fund (motion carried)
• Issued notice of May 31 hearing for budget revisions and supplemental appropriations (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution calling for May 31 hearing on debatable emergencies (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to discuss a call for a public hearing to repeal Board of Health Ordinance #13 regarding board membership. The session includes a presentation on developmental disabilities and updates on the Bullman Beach Water System and COVID-19.

• Discussion on calling a public hearing to repeal Board of Health Ordinance #13, Section 41.01.020 (Membership of the Board of Health)
• Presentation on Developmental Disabilities by Kelley Lawrence
• Information item regarding Bullman Beach Water System
• COVID-19 update from the Health Officer

The Board of Health approved the agenda and minutes, received a COVID-19 update, and discussed several items. A public hearing was scheduled for June 21, 2022, to repeal Ordinance #13 regarding Board membership, following the County Commissioners' adoption of Ordinance 984. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved agenda modification to present COVID update first (unanimous)
• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for June 21, 2022, to repeal Ordinance #13 on Board membership

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several administrative actions including conservation fund expenditures and contract amendments for health services. The meeting also includes briefings on upcoming calls for hotel leasing and rapid re-housing applications.

• Resolution for Conservation Futures Fund expenditures up to $1,000,000 for Charles Nash Huber and Patricia McManus and up to $400,000 for Gloria A. Davis Family Limited Partnership
• Call for applications for $300,000 in Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-housing funding due June 14, 2022
• Contract amendment with Peninsula Community Health Services regarding State Opioid Response support
• Contract amendment with Department of Health for WIC Farmer’s Market, drug overdose prevention, and vaccine services
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for asphalt resurfacing on S. Airport Road

Marine Resources Committee

The committee is meeting to hear from the North West Straits Foundation regarding outreach and support. Members will discuss board nominations and provide status updates on various marine research and monitoring projects.

• Presentation by Amy Wilcox on North West Straits Foundation's work with NWSC and MRCs
• Nominations for CMRC board positions
• Updates on derelict vessels in Clallam County
• Project updates for Olympia oysters, Forage Fish, Biotoxin sampling, and Pigeon Guillemot
• Contract for Rebekah Brooks to record and write meeting minutes

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee held its May 2022 meeting, re-electing Tim Cochnauer as Chair, Alan Clark as Vice Chair and NWSC representative. The committee also heard updates on derelict vessel removal, eelgrass protection, and various monitoring projects. No major policy decisions were made; most items were informational or procedural.

• Re-elected Tim Cochnauer as Chair, Alan Clark as Vice Chair and NWSC representative (all in favor)
• Accepted agenda as written
• Deferred approval of April minutes to June meeting pending corrections
• Noted no derelict vessels on public beaches; 5-7 to be demolished at Port Angeles boatyard
• Extended summer intern application deadline to 5/27/22
• Agreed to share a booth with Jefferson County MRC at Crab Fest (10/7-10/9)
• Planned to revisit work plan at next meeting; Ann Soule volunteered for sub-committee

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is reviewing financial projections and a second call of funding requests. The committee will review various applications for tourism marketing, special events, and facility operations before forwarding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Review of financial LTAC projections
• Review of 2022 LTAC Funding Request RFP
• Clallam County Gem & Mineral Association: $5,000 request for Rock & Gem Show rental costs
• Lincoln Park BMX Association: $19,570 request for USABMX Northwest Gold Cup Finals
• Peninsula Trails Coalition: $20,000 request for trailhead cleanups and maintenance

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee voted to forward $193,208 in funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners for the 2022 Lodging Tax Funding Request. The committee denied funding to four applicants, including the Dungeness River Nature Center, which was deemed ineligible. The recommendations were approved unanimously, with one member recused.

• Approved $19,570 for Lincoln Park BMX Association
• Approved $20,000 for Peninsula Trails Coalition
• Approved $145,000 for Port Angeles Waterfront Center
• Approved $53,638 for Forks Chamber of Commerce
• Approved $15,000 for Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau
• Denied funding for Clallam County Gem & Mineral Association
• Denied funding for Sequim-Dungeness Valley Chamber of Commerce
• Denied funding for Port Angeles Marathon Association

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board is meeting to review applications for the purchase of development rights and conservation easements. The board will consider requests from the North Olympic Land Trust to protect two specific farm properties.

• Review of Mid Valley Farm (Gloria A. Davis Family Limited Partnership) application for up to $400,000
• Review of Dungeness Hub (Charles Nash Huber and Patricia McManus) application for up to $100,000
• Total funding request from North Olympic Land Trust of up to $500,000
• Approval of February 9, 2022 meeting minutes

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board approved funding for two conservation easements: up to $100,000 for the Nash Huber and McManus application and up to $400,000 for the Gloria A. Davis Family Limited Partnership application. Both motions passed without objection, though one member was absent for the votes. Public comment included one objection citing a conflict of interest.

• Approved up to $100,000 for Nash Huber and McManus conservation easement (motion carried, no objection)
• Approved up to $400,000 for Gloria A. Davis Family Limited Partnership conservation easement (motion carried, no objection)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss extending the cable television franchises for WaveDivision I, LLC and WaveDivision III, LLC (dba Astound). The board is also reviewing weekly expenditures and a property purchase for an Emergency Operations Center.

• Proposed ordinance to extend Astound cable franchises to August 18, 2022
• Approval of vouchers totaling $557,170.65 for the week of May 2
• Call for bids for Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee/Road Realignment – Phase 2
• Resolution for the temporary closure of a portion of Towne Road
• Executive session to discuss Emergency Operations Center property purchase

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners held a regular meeting on May 10, 2022, adopting the agenda and consent agenda, which included approving vouchers, minutes, a letter of support for the Port of Port Angeles, and proclamations for Ride Transit Month and Peace Officers' Memorial Week. The board also opened and closed a public hearing to adopt an ordinance extending cable television franchises held by WaveDivision I, LLC and WaveDivision III, LLC (now DBA Astound). Other actions included issuing a call for bids for the Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration project and adopting a resolution for a temporary closure of a portion of Towne Road. The board recessed into executive session to discuss the Emergency Operations Center property purchase, with no action taken afterward.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, minutes, letter of support, and proclamations (motion carried)
• Adopted ordinance extending cable television franchises for WaveDivision I, LLC and WaveDivision III, LLC (DBA Astound) (motion carried)
• Issued notice of call for bids for Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee/Road Realignment - Phase 2 (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution authorizing temporary closure of a portion of Towne Road (motion carried)
• Recessed into executive session for 45 minutes regarding Emergency Operations Center property purchase; no action taken

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The board will review data regarding the Suicide Prevention Task Force and overdose trends in Clallam County for 2021/22. The meeting also includes updates on position vacancies and by-law revisions.

• Suicide Prevention Task Force overview and data
• Clallam County 2021/22 overdose trends
• By-Law Revision via BOCC
• Discussion of position vacancies including Tribal Representative and Services for the Homeless

The Clallam County Behavioral Health Advisory Board met on May 10, 2022, and approved the agenda and the minutes from March 8, 2022. The board discussed the bylaws revision, which is pending finalization by the Board of County Commissioners, and reaffirmed its decision to remove the Regional Administrator position from membership. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on updates and presentations.

• Approved agenda with modification (Dr. Berry's presentation postponed)
• Approved minutes from March 8, 2022
• Reaffirmed removal of Stephanie Lewis' position from board membership

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing resolutions to change the Behavioral Health Advisory Board membership, including moving all county employee positions to non-voting status. The body is also considering a new capital projects fund for broadband infrastructure and a business assistance agreement.

• Resolution to move all county employee positions on the Behavioral Health Advisory Board to non-voting status
• Resolution removing the Regional Administrator Salish Behavioral Health Organization member position
• Resolution creating a new Public Works Broadband Infrastructure Capital Projects Fund
• Agreement with Small Business Development Center for business advising and technical assistance
• Letter of support to the U.S. Department of Transportation for the Port of Port Angeles

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee will select a Chair and Vice Chair and receive training on the Open Public Meetings Act and Public Records Act. Members will also discuss various funding sources, bylaws, and staffing.

• Selection of the Chair and Vice Chair
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act Funds
• Discussion of 1590 Funds
• Discussion of 1406 Funds
• Discussion of Opportunity Fund

The committee approved a modified agenda and elected Christy Smith as Chair and Colleen McAleer as Vice Chair after Nathan West declined the vice chair nomination. Members discussed staffing support options, including a possible new position or subcommittees, and tabled discussions on funding sources and bylaw review to the next meeting.

• Approved agenda as modified (motion carried)
• Elected Christy Smith as Chair (motion carried)
• Nathan West vice chair nomination failed
• Elected Colleen McAleer as Vice Chair (motion carried)
• Tabled funding sources discussion to next meeting
• Tabled bylaw review to next meeting

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee is considering a recommendation for Pam Hicks to join the board. The committee will also vote on changing its meeting schedule to the second Tuesday of every other month starting in August.

• Recommendation for Pam Hicks to become a DDAC member
• Proposed change to meeting schedule: 2nd Tuesday of every other month, 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Update on Clallam County Developmental Disability ~ Law Enforcement Education Project
• Outcome Report for March 2022 regarding Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and County Transition Program
• Clallam County partnership with PAVE to revamp the Clallam County Resource Guide and webpage

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee approved a new meeting schedule (2nd Tuesday of every other month, 3-5 p.m., starting August) and unanimously recommended Pam Hicks for membership. The committee also approved the agenda and prior minutes without changes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved new DDAC meeting schedule (2nd Tuesday, every other month, 3-5 p.m., starting August) unanimously
• Recommended Pam Hicks for DDAC membership (unanimous vote)
• Approved agenda without additions
• Approved March 3, 2022 minutes without changes

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hear property tax petitions from three owners. These hearings are scheduled to take place throughout the morning.

• Petition #2021-55: Sedoris Family Trust (54525)
• Petition #2021-87: Archibald (8030)
• Petition #2021-22: Port Angeles Hardwood (68592)

The Clallam County Board of Equalization held hearings on May 4, 2022, for three property tax appeals. The board sustained the assessed values for two properties (Sedoris Family Trust at $728,432 and Brad Don Archibald at $210,628). For Port Angeles Hardwood LLC, the board changed the value from $32,152,391 to $12,545,940. All decisions were recorded as final.

• Sustained value for Sedoris Family Trust at $728,432
• Sustained value for Brad Don Archibald at $210,628
• Changed value for Port Angeles Hardwood LLC from $32,152,391 to $12,545,940

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will review trail project and maintenance reports for the Olympic Discovery Trail and Olympic Adventure Trail. Members will also discuss a public process regarding e-bike use on non-motorized natural surface trails and closed roads.

• ODT/OAT East-End Project Reports
• ODT/OAT West-End Project Reports
• County Volunteer ODT/OAT Trail Crew Project Reports
• First Quarter 2022 Trail Counter Reports
• E-Bike Public Process regarding DNR and WDFW lands

The Trails Advisory Committee voted unanimously to support the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe's application for federal STBG funding to cover a $400,000 shortfall for paving the Olympic Discovery Trail between Pierce Rd and Old Blyn Highway. The committee also tabled approval of April minutes, discussed E-bike policy on state lands, and received updates on trail projects and maintenance.

• Approved motion to support JSKT STBG funding application for ODT Pierce Rd to Old Blyn Highway (all in favor)
• Tabled approval of April 6, 2022 minutes to June meeting
• Agreed to continue E-bike policy discussion to June meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting on May 3, 2022, and took several actions. They approved six Heritage Grant program agreements and a contract amendment with Trout Unlimited. They also adopted resolutions appointing members to the Housing Solutions Committee and scheduling a hearing on a road vacation. Three ordinances were adopted after public hearings: amending the Board of Health code, the Shoreline Management code, and the Clerk of Superior Court fee schedule.

• Approved Heritage Grant agreements with Dungeness River Nature Center, North Olympic History Center, North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders, Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, and Sequim Museum & Arts (all unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment 1 with Trout Unlimited, Inc. for Wisen Creek and Tributary stream crossing design projects (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Nathan A. West and Glenn F. Ellis Jr. to the Housing Solutions Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution scheduling a hearing for May 31, 2022 on proposed vacation of a portion of Lincoln Avenue in Clark's Addition (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 41.01 (Board of Health) after public hearing (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending Clallam County Code Title 35.01 (Shoreline Management) after public hearing (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 5.100 (Clerk of Superior Court fees) after public hearing (unanimous)

Heritage Advisory Board

The board will meet to review 2022 award recommendations and discuss directions for the CCHAB. The meeting also includes planning for a summer field trip.

• Review of 2022 award recommendations
• Discussion of Summer Field Trip
• Review of CCHAB directions

The Heritage Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda and April minutes unanimously. The board discussed the 2022 award review, deciding to make the checklist more explicit and retain unobligated funds for future years. It also planned summer field trips, including a June local visit, and discussed adding guest speakers and outreach to Tribal Heritage Programs. No formal votes were taken on these business items.

• Approved meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved April 4, 2022 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Decided to upgrade award checklist for clearer budget guidance
• Decided to retain unobligated 2022 award funds for future years
• Planned first summer field trip for June with local historical groups
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 p.m. (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing 2021 and early 2022 statistics for the Veteran's Center and the Port Angeles Healthy Youth Coalition's 2022-2023 Strategic Plan. The session also includes briefings on public works projects and budget performance reports.

• Resolution for the temporary closure of a portion of Towne Road
• Call for bids for Lower Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration & Levee/Road Realignment – Phase 2
• Briefing on the Railroad Bridge Park Improvement Project
• Report of $582,318.20 in Veterans relief distributed in 2021
• Review of 2022 Annual Budget 'How Did We Do' performance reports

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Sheriff's Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to approve members of the Critical Incident Investigation Team (IIT), hear a report from Sheriff Benedict, and receive updates on personnel changes, including retirements, resignations, promotions, and new hires. The agenda also includes recognition of award recipients and upcoming community events.

• Approval of IIT members: Detective Sergeants Eric Munger, Stacy Sampson, Jeff Waterhouse, Brandon Stoppani, Josh Ley, Cody Anderson, and Property and Evidence Manager Nicole Salim
• Retirement: Corrections Sergeant Darrell Bryant (effective 5/31/22)
• Resignations: Patrol Deputies Marc Titterness (4/30/22), Don Kitchen (1/31/22), Chris Moon (2/15/22)
• Promotion: Corrections Deputy Jeremy Morgan to Corrections Sergeant (5/1/22)
• New hires: Matthew Montez (Corrections Deputy, 3/21/22), Tamara Vanover (Mental Health Case Manager, 2/16/22), Jordan Heiner (Corrections Deputy, 2/7/22)

The Clallam County Sheriff's Citizen Advisory Committee unanimously recommended Property and Evidence Manager Nicole Salim for placement on the Independent Investigative Team (IIT). The committee also approved seven CCSO IIT members, including Salim, and noted several personnel changes such as retirements, resignations, promotions, and new hires. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Nicole Salim to the Independent Investigative Team (unanimous)
• Approved CCSO IIT members: Cody Anderson, Josh Ley, Eric Munger, Nicole Salim, Stacy Sampson, Brandon Stoppani, Jeff Waterhouse
• Approved minutes from January 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will review previous minutes and discuss local solid waste financial assistance grant funding. The agenda also includes a progress report on upcoming work in organics and discussion regarding vacant positions and recruitment.

• Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance (LSWFA) grant funding
• Progress report on upcoming work in Organics
• Vacant Positions and Recruitment

The Clallam County Solid Waste Advisory Committee meeting on 4/26/22 was informational, with no formal decisions or votes. Members received updates on Port Angeles transfer station operations, a Sequim solid waste study, and Waste Connections' planned baling facility. The committee approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved 3/23 meeting minutes (motion by Rachel, second by Brian)
• Added roundtable status updates as regular agenda item (requested by Christy Cox)

Law Library Board

The board is meeting to discuss the transition to a new library room and the physical arrangement of that space. Members will consider approvals for digital resource subscriptions and the management of the print collection.

• Approval of subscriptions for digital library resources
• Authorization to move specific books to storage
• Selection of books to keep in the new law library room
• Discussion of the physical arrangement of the new law library room

The Clallam County Law Library Board voted unanimously to authorize the transition of the law library from its current location to the basement. The board also authorized the law library assistant to decide which resources to keep in the new room and which to move to storage, as well as to determine the space layout. A proposal to approve digital resource subscriptions was tabled for future discussion.

• Approved moving law library to basement location (unanimous)
• Authorized Penny Ruby to decide which resources go to law library room vs. storage (unanimous)
• Authorized Penny Ruby to decide space layout for new law library room (unanimous)
• Tabled digital resources subscription approval

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including significant American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) fund reallocations. The meeting also includes a bid award for the Dry Creek Road Reconstruction project.

• Bid award for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction (CRP C1256)
• ARPA funding reallocations totaling $2,236,049
• Supplemental appropriations including $540,957 for COVID-19 and drug overdose prevention
• Proposed $2 million in bridge working capital for the Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project
• Appointment of Thomas E. Butler to the Planning Commission and Dana Ward to the Homelessness Task Force

The Board approved a bid for the Dry Creek Road Reconstruction project (CRP C1256) and adopted a resolution initiating the project. They also approved several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including reallocating ARPA funds and funding for jail medical services, and appointed members to the Planning Commission and Homelessness Task Force.

• Approved bid award for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction, CRP C1256 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution initiating County Road Project CRP C1256, Dry Creek Road Reconstruction (unanimous)
• Adopted budget revisions reallocating ARPA funds totaling $3,235,049 (unanimous)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations including $389,911 returned from Peninsula Behavioral Health for All View Motel project (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Thomas E. Butler to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Dana Ward to Homelessness Task Force (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution declaring debatable emergencies for jail medical, COVID testing, and Dungeness Reservoir bridge funding (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Jefferson County Public Health for Port Angeles Healthy Youth Coalition Programs (unanimous)

Marine Resources Committee

The committee will discuss budget updates regarding Congressional Directed Spending funds and project prioritization. The agenda includes updates on intern advertising, Northwest Seaweed Conservancy news, and various environmental project updates.

• Budget updates on approved Congressional Directed Spending funds
• Olympia oysters JST survey date updates
• Forage Fish survey updates
• Biotoxin sampling site and volunteer updates
• Port Angeles Earth Day booth logistics

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee approved the March meeting minutes and discussed plans to advertise two intern positions. Project updates included cancelled Olympia oyster surveys, biotoxin sampling plans, and volunteer recruitment for Pigeon Guillemot monitoring. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved March meeting minutes
• Advertised two intern positions for 2022

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is reviewing a project to reconstruct 0.68 miles of Dry Creek Road and a grant application for youth behavioral health services. The meeting includes a special joint session with the Port of Port Angeles.

• Resolution to initiate Dry Creek Road Reconstruction (CRP C1256) with a total estimate of $2,105,350.00
• Pre-application for a Department of Commerce Behavioral Health Support Grant for youth ages 12-17
• Proposed hearing on May 31, 2022, for the vacation of a portion of Lincoln Avenue in Clark’s Addition
• Heritage Grant Program agreements with Dungeness River Nature Center, North Olympic History Center, North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders, Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, and Sequim Museum & Arts
• Appointment of Nathan A. West and Glenn F. Ellis Jr. to the Housing Solutions Committee

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions regarding Section 8 payment standards and administration plans. The meeting also includes a discussion on real estate purchase or sale during an executive session.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-09: Increase to Section 8 Payment Standard
• Resolution #PHA-2022-10: Changes to Section 8 Admin Plan
• Resolution #PHA-2022-11: Write-Offs for CY2022, 1st Quarter
• Executive Session: Discussion of Real Estate Purchase/Sale
• Consent Agenda: March check registers totaling $1,251,647.14

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review various administrative resolutions, contract amendments, and bid openings. The agenda includes discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funding and updates to voting precinct boundaries.

• Contract amendment 3 with Department of Health for COVID 19 mass vaccination
• Agreement with United Way of Clallam County for ARPA funding
• Agreement with Black Diamond Water District for ARPA funding
• Bid opening for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction, CRP C1256
• Bid award for 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete Requirements to Lakeside Industries, Inc.

The board approved agreements with United Way and Black Diamond Water District for ARPA funding, and awarded the 2022 hot mix asphalt contract to Lakeside Industries. Bids for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction were opened and forwarded to Public Works for review. Several appointments and procedural resolutions were also adopted.

• Approved ARPA agreement with United Way of Clallam County (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA agreement with Black Diamond Water District (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt Concrete contract to Lakeside Industries (unanimous)
• Opened bids for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction; forwarded to Public Works (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Kathy Downer to Marine Resources Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Vicki L. Lowe and Brandino Gibson to Homelessness Task Force (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing 16 members to Housing Solutions Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution altering voting precinct boundary lines for redistricting (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Board of Health will discuss the 2021 Environmental Health Annual Report and an update to the Community Health Assessment. The meeting includes a presentation on the Clallam County Cares Campaign and a review of a support letter for zero-emissions electric buses.

• Presentation by Blackball Marketing on Clallam County Cares Campaign
• Discussion of 2021 Environmental Health Annual Report
• Clallam County Community Health Assessment Update
• Medical Respite Program Update
• Clallam Transit Letter of Support For Zero Emissions Electric Buses

The Board unanimously approved a letter of support for Clallam Transit's grant applications to purchase three electric and three biodiesel-compatible buses with charging infrastructure. They also approved the agenda modification and the March 15, 2022 meeting minutes. Presentations and updates were given on the COVID-19 vaccination campaign, environmental health, community health assessment, and medical respite program, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved agenda modification moving Clallam Transit item to Presentations (unanimous)
• Approved March 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved letter of support for Clallam Transit 5339(b) and 5339(c) grant applications (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a work session to review several administrative items, including a personal services agreement with Jefferson County Public Health for the Port Angeles Healthy Youth Coalition's Nurse-Family Partnership program, appointments to the Planning Commission and Homelessness Task Force, and a briefing on extending cable television franchises. The board will also receive an overview of American Rescue Plan Act spending and a presentation on the 4PA initiative. No final votes are scheduled; actions are expected at a later regular meeting.

• Agreement with Jefferson County Public Health for $16,585 to support Nurse-Family Partnership for first-time parents in Clallam County
• Briefing and notice of hearing for May 10 on ordinance extending cable TV franchises held by WaveDivision I, LLC and WaveDivision III (dba Astound)
• Resolution appointing Thomas E. Butler to the Planning Commission
• Resolution appointing Dana Ward to the Homelessness Task Force
• Overview of American Rescue Plan Act project and expenditure report

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to review financial projections and discuss funding requests for the 2022 Hotel/Motel budget. The agenda includes a specific request from Peninsula Adventure Sports and a discussion regarding the Olympic Peninsula Tourism Plan.

• Review of financial LTAC projections by Mark Lane
• Discussion on 2022 Hotel/Motel funding requests
• Discussion on Peninsula Adventure Sports 2022 Hotel/Motel request
• Discussion on Olympic Peninsula Tourism Plan
• Approval of March 10, 2022 meeting minutes

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee met and discussed the 2022 hotel/motel tax budget for the second call of applications, including potential spring and fall allocation rounds. They also discussed a request to extend the 2022 funding award for Peninsula Adventure Sports to 2023, with the race date moved to Crab Festival weekend. No formal votes were taken on these items; the committee only adopted the agenda and approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of March 10, 2022 (motion carried)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will hear several property tax petitions. The agenda includes various cases, some of which have been withdrawn or rescheduled.

• Petition 2021-91 Halberg (65178) - Withdrawn
• Petition 2021-55 Sedoris Family Trust (54525) - Rescheduled
• Petition 2021-29 PNS Stores (Big Lots #4644) (83415) - Rescheduled
• Petition 2021-74 JC Columbia Corp. (55978) - Withdrawn
• Petition 2021-37 Graff (67715) - Stipulated

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including significant American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) reallocations. The body is also addressing funding and agency designations for the Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir project.

• Proposed ARPA budget reallocations totaling $2,236,049
• Supplemental appropriations for Health and Human Services including $540,957 for emergency preparedness and $392,360 for hotel leasing/rapid rehousing
• Proposed emergency funding of $2,000,000 for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir bridge working capital
• Bid opening for 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt and CSS-1 Liquid Asphalt Products
• Appointments to the Marine Resources Committee and Homelessness Task Force

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting, approving consent agenda items, forwarding a hot mix asphalt bid to Public Works, and issuing notices for budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and emergency resolutions to be considered on April 26. No final budget decisions were made; these were procedural notices.

• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, minutes, and letters of support (unanimous)
• Forwarded 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt bid from Lakeside Industries ($653,452.80) to Public Works for review (unanimous)
• Approved purchase order with CDW-G for Microsoft Office 365 licenses (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Geoff James to Marine Resources Committee (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution appointing Beverly C. Lee, Alonah 'Loni' R. Greninger, Tiffany A. Dunaway to Homelessness Task Force (unanimous)
• Issued notice of budget revisions for ARPA reallocations totaling $3,382,488 (unanimous)
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations including $389,911 returned from Peninsula Behavioral Health (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution calling for April 26 hearing on debatable emergencies including $500,000 for Dungeness Reservoir bridge funding (unanimous)

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will vote on revised bylaws presented by the Bylaw Review Committee. The board is also addressing vacancies for a Tribal Representative and Services for the Homeless.

• Vote on presented revised bylaws
• Discussion of Tribal Representative vacancy
• Discussion of Services for the Homeless vacancy
• Presentation: Stigma in The Olympic Region by Miranda Burger

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board approved proposed bylaw changes, including moving county employee positions to non-voting status and making two agency representative positions voting. The board amended the membership requirement to retain original language allowing voting members to be residents of Clallam County or represent services in the county, after discussion. No other substantive decisions were made; the board noted vacancies and heard a presentation on stigma.

• Approved bylaw changes with membership verbiage reverted to 'residents of Clallam County or represent services in Clallam County' (majority vote)
• Moved all county employee held positions to non-voting status (part of approved bylaws)
• Made two agency representative positions (Subsidized Mental Health Services and Subsidized Substance Use Disorder Services) voting positions (part of approved bylaws)
• Removed and did not replace the Regional Administrator for Salish Behavioral Health Organization position (part of approved bylaws)
• Noted vacancies for Tribal Representative, Services for the Homeless, and Private Provider of Mental Health Services; outreach continues

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative actions including a letter of support for Clallam Transit's bus replacement project. Other items include closing the Sheriff’s Office Jail petty cash fund and discussing affordable housing on county property.

• Letter of support for Clallam Transit federal grant for diesel and electric buses
• Resolution to close the Sheriff’s Office Jail petty cash fund ($500.00 balance)
• Notice of hearing regarding Clallam County Board of Health regulations
• Discussion on county-owned property near Peninsula College for affordable housing
• Agreement with United Way of Clallam County for ARPA funding

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee established a 90-minute limit for future meetings to streamline proceedings. Members reviewed various trail project reports, including upcoming bridge replacements and summer construction projects.

• Establishment of a 90-minute meeting time limit
• Planned replacement of the log stringer bridge at Milepost 2.0 on the Olympic Adventure Trail
• Upcoming Jamestown S’ Klallam Tribe Railroad Bridge Park Project involving a 260-foot bridge extension
• Summer Kugel Creek Culvert Replacement Project near the ODT-Camp Creek Trailhead
• Planned DNR commercial thinning sale and trail closure on the OAT between Mileposts 4 and 6

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee met and approved the March 2, 2022 minutes. They discussed trail project updates, including a $400,000 funding shortfall for the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) Pierce Rd to Old Blyn Highway segment, with the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe applying for federal funds. No formal decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved March 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Noted ODT Pierce Rd to Old Blyn Highway construction on hold due to $400,000 funding shortfall
• Discussed ODT Waterfront Trail slides; City of Port Angeles to clear trail
• Discussed ODT Kacee Way to Elwha Bridge cracking; area coned off and monitored
• Discussed ODT Forks to La Push corridor acquisition negotiations
• Discussed OAT Milepost 2.0 Bridge replacement targeted for early-May closure
• Discussed OAT Whiskey Creek stock ford realignment completed in March
• Discussed coordination of signage for ODT Railroad Bridge Park closure

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is continuing discussion on a proposed ordinance for Clallam County. The ordinance addresses procedures for converting forest land to non-forestry uses and the lifting of development moratoriums.

• Proposed Forestry Ordinance regarding Conversion from Forestry to Non-Forestry Use
• Conversion Option Harvest Plan (COHP) standards
• 6-year development moratorium requirements

The Clallam County Planning Commission held a work session on the proposed Forestry Conversion Ordinance, which is based on Jefferson County's ordinance and would address forestry rules not currently in Clallam County Code. The commission voted unanimously (6-0) to schedule a public hearing for the ordinance's adoption on May 18, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Scheduled public hearing for Forestry Conversion Ordinance adoption on May 18, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from March 2, 2022

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 6, 2022. The agenda includes various committee reports and staff updates regarding fair operations.

• Committee reports for Advertising, Camping and Parking, Hospitality, Information Booth, Junior Livestock Auction, 4-H, and Royalty
• Fair Kitchen special committee report
• Introduction of Dan McCarty, New Livestock Specialist, WSU Extension
• Discussion of Superintendent Unopposed Positions and Open Positions
• Letter regarding Clallam County Youth Grange

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board approved the new Fairgrounds Fee Schedule, confirmed unopposed superintendent positions, and formed a committee to review the potential impacts of a Clallam County Youth Grange. The board also amended February minutes to record Laurie Davies as 4-H Barn Superintendent. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved amendment to February minutes adding Laurie Davies as 4-H Barn Superintendent
• Approved new Fairgrounds Fee Schedule (as reported by staff)
• Approved unopposed superintendent positions for 10 barns/areas (motion by Melanie Greer, seconded by George Winn)
• Formed committee to review potential impacts of Clallam County Youth Grange (motion by Julie Mowbray, seconded by Cheryl Martin)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will discuss a new sales and use tax ordinance for housing and related services. The agenda also includes several contract agreements, committee appointments, and the approval of weekly vouchers.

• Ordinance adding a chapter to Clallam County Code regarding Additional Sales and Use Tax – Housing and Related Services
• Agreement with Washington State University Extension for educational programs
• Agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for court security equipment
• Agreement amendment 2 with Anchor QEA, LLC for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project
• Resolution regarding a joint agreement with the City of Sequim for affordable housing tax

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss IT software upgrades and a FEMA grant application for a reservoir project. The body is also reviewing appointments to county committees and task forces.

• Purchase order with CDW-G for Microsoft Office 365 licenses totaling $192,286.40
• FEMA grant application for construction costs of the Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir
• Resolution appointing Geoff James to the Marine Resources Committee
• Resolution appointing Beverly C. Lee, Alonah “Loni” R. Greninger and Tiffany A. Dunaway to the Homelessness Task Force
• Letter of support for the Port Angeles Waterfront Center

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board is reviewing project eligibility, rankings, and funding levels for the 2022 Heritage Fund. Recommendations from this review will be forwarded to the Clerk of the Board for consideration by the commissioners.

• Review of North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders asbestos abatement request for $5,000
• Review of Dungeness River Nature Center cultural exhibits request for $13,200
• Review of New Dungeness Lighthouse flagpole replacement request for $4,950
• Review of North Olympic History Center shelving request for $2,500
• Review of Port Angeles Fine Arts Center collection preservation request for $15,000

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss zoning amendments for accessory housing and updates to the Fairgrounds fee schedule. The body will also consider several 'debatable emergency' funding requests and approve various public works bids.

• Ordinance amending Title 33 Zoning regarding Accessory Housing
• Ordinance amending Fairgrounds Fee Schedule 215-A
• Funding requests for Cascadia Consulting Group ($55,000) and North Olympic Development Council ($14,400)
• Call for bids for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction Project
• Road Conveyance Agreement with Olympic Timber LLC for Hoko Ozette Road

The Board of County Commissioners held public hearings and adopted an ordinance amending Clallam County Code Title 33 Zoning regarding Accessory Housing (ADUs), as well as an ordinance amending the Fairgrounds Fee Schedule. The board also approved several contracts, budget revisions, and appointments. All actions were approved unanimously by Commissioners Ozias, Johnson, and Peach.

• Adopted ordinance amending Title 33 Zoning for Accessory Housing (ADUs) (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending Fairgrounds Fee Schedule 215-A (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution for Debatable Emergencies, including $55,000 for Cascadia Consulting Group and $14,400 for North Olympic Development Council (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment 1 with Dept. of Health for supplemental funding for water systems, COVID-19 vaccine, and maternal child health services (unanimous)
• Approved contract amendment 2 with Dept. of Health for supplemental funding for septic program and emergency preparedness (unanimous)
• Approved Road Conveyance Agreement with Olympic Timber LLC for Hoko Ozette Road right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Clallam Conservation District for resource conservation planning (unanimous)
• Adopted budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including $30,000 for Prosecuting Attorney operations and $14,792 for Sheriff emergency services (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several agreements including a contract with Washington State University Extension for educational programs. They will also consider a request from Superior Court for equipment to improve courthouse security.

• Agreement with WSU Extension for $212,598 in educational programming
• Agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for $35,007 in court security equipment
• Annual certification for Road Fund expenditures for fish passage and traffic enforcement
• Amendment to Anchor QEA, LLC agreement for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project
• Joint meeting with Makah Tribal Council regarding broadband, housing, and Highway 112

Board of Equalization

The Clallam County Board of Equalization is meeting to review property assessment petitions. The board will address specific petitions, though several have been noted as rescheduled, postponed, withdrawn, or stipulated.

• Petition 2021-86: Vander Zanden (Parcel 49514)
• Petition 2021-45: Aubrey (Parcel 49705)
• Petition 2021-37: Graff (Parcel 67715) - Stipulated
• Petition 2021-80: Wilhelm (Parcel 70221) - Stipulated
• Petition 2021-90: Andersen (Parcel 56692) - Stipulated

The Clallam County Board of Equalization held hearings on two property tax petitions and sustained the assessed values in both cases. No changes were made to the valuations.

• Sustained value of $7,500 for Lorna Vander Zanden (petition 2021-86)
• Sustained value of $235,387 for Lisa Aubrey (petition 2021-45)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will review a Board of County Commissioners Resolution regarding the status of SWAC members. Members will also discuss Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance (LSWFA) grant funding and determine the frequency of future meetings.

• Board of County Commissioners Resolution regarding SWAC member status
• Local Solid Waste Financial Assistance (LSWFA) grant funding

The Clallam County Solid Waste Advisory Committee met and discussed the City of Port Angeles' termination of Waste Connections' service contract, with the city now operating the Regional and Blue Mountain Transfer Stations. The committee also reviewed a new organics study contract and discussed the committee's role, agreeing to continue monthly meetings. No formal votes were taken on substantive policy decisions.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion by Rachel, second by Brian)
• Discussed organics study contract with Meggan Uecker as consultant (no vote)
• Heard update on Port Angeles' termination of Waste Connections contract and transfer station operations (no vote)
• Agreed to continue monthly meetings (consensus)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider several agreements including a jail medication assistance program and American Rescue Plan Act funds. A public hearing is scheduled for April 5 regarding an ordinance for a new Sales and Use Tax on housing.

• Agreement with Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic to expand Clallam County Jail’s medication assistance treatment program
• Agreement amendment 11 with Correctional Healthcare Companies, LLC for Inmate Health Care Services
• Agreement with Sequim Food Bank for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) direct grant assistance
• Agreement amendment 2 for Clallam County Economic Development Council ARPA funds
• Notice of hearing for an Ordinance adding a Chapter to Clallam County Code regarding Additional Sales and Use Tax – Housing and Related Services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing a Memorandum of Understanding to distribute opioid settlement funds among Washington municipalities. The meeting also includes discussions on public health funding, road projects, and zoning changes.

• Proposed MOU between Washington Municipalities regarding opioid litigation fund allocation
• Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Title 33 Zoning regarding Accessory Housing
• Call for bids for Dry Creek Road Reconstruction Project (due April 19, 2022)
• Call for bids for 2022 Hot Mix Asphalt and CSS-1 Liquid Asphalt Requirements (due April 12, 2022)
• Agreement amendment for Clallam County Economic Development Council using ARPA funds

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will meet to discuss the selection of 2022 interns and review Congressional Directed Spending. The body will also receive updates on derelict vessels, storm surges, and various marine biological surveys.

• Discussion on 2022 Interns
• Budget updates regarding Congressional Directed Spending
• Participation in Port Angeles Earth day event on the City Pier April 23rd
• Updates on Olympia oysters JST survey dates and Forage Fish surveys
• Biotoxin sampling site and volunteer updates

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee approved the February meeting minutes and decided to advertise for 2022 interns immediately rather than waiting until May. The committee discussed intern spending limits, volunteer recruitment, and various project updates, but no other formal votes were taken.

• Approved February meeting minutes (motion by Mike Doherty, seconded by Arnold Schouten)
• Decided to advertise for interns in April, not wait until May

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources provided a quarterly income report for state forestlands in Clallam County. The document details revenue distributions from timber and non-timber sources and lists active timber sales contracts.

• Quarter 4 2021 revenue distributed to Clallam County: $5,206,252.62
• Total revenue accrued for Clallam County in calendar year 2021: $6,720,926.00
• Net value of State Forestland timber under contract in Clallam County: $8,019,525.15
• Total state forestland acreage in Clallam County: 93,260 acres
• Active timber sales include Black Diamond RSD ($1,837,045 to county) and Solducking TBD ($386,750 to county)

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will hold its annual meeting to elect officers and review the PHA Annual Plan. The board is scheduled to discuss and vote on two real estate purchases in Clallam County.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-04: Approval of Real Estate Purchase
• Resolution #PHA-2022-05: Approval of Real Estate Purchase
• Resolution #PHA-2022-06: Approval of PHA Annual Plan
• Approval of February check registers totaling $956,039.64
• Approval of February Outpost check registers totaling $2,211.90

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners approved two real estate purchases (Resolutions #PHA-2022-04 and #PHA-2022-05) after executive session, the PHA Annual Plan (#PHA-2022-06), Clallam County Section 8 Utility Allowances (#PHA-2022-07), and a funding request for Congressionally Directed Spending (#PHA-2022-08). Officers were re-elected, and the consent agenda was approved. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-04, Approval of Real Estate Purchase (voice vote; Commissioner Cunningham absent)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-05, Approval of Real Estate Purchase (voice vote; Commissioner Robinson abstained, Cunningham absent)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-06, Approval of PHA Annual Plan (voice vote; Cunningham absent)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-07, Clallam County Section 8 Utility Allowances (voice vote; Cunningham absent)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-08, Potential Funding Request for Congressionally Directed Spending Program (voice vote; Cunningham absent)
• Re-elected Patricia Teal as Chair and Colleen Robinson as Vice Chair (voice votes; each abstained)
• Approved consent agenda including February timesheet, minutes, and check registers (voice votes)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several contracts for IT and housing services and appointing members to various local boards. The body is also addressing a series of budget emergencies and supplemental appropriations for the Sheriff's office and Prosecuting Attorney.

• Contract with Wave Business Solutions, LLC for bandwidth improvements
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Commerce for Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-Housing
• Proposed $55,000 additional funding for Cascadia Consulting Group, Inc.
• Proposed $36,963 for a part-time Emergency Management Assistant position
• Notice of hearing for an Ordinance amending the Fairgrounds Fee Schedule 215-A

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting, approving the agenda and consent agenda. They issued notice for a March 29 hearing on several debatable emergencies, including additional funding for ballistic vests, broadband coordination, COVID-related expenses, and other items. No final decisions on these emergencies were made at this meeting.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adopted consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and minutes (motion carried)
• Issued notice for March 29 hearing on debatable emergencies (motion carried)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is receiving a public comment submitted via the Clallam website. The correspondence contains expressions of gratitude for public health services.

• Public comment from Allegra McFarland

The Board of Health held a public hearing and voted 4-0 to approve a draft ordinance amending Section 41.01.020 to add a Tribal Representative and a Community Stakeholder, as required by House Bill 1152 effective July 2022. The board also approved the agenda and February 15, 2022 minutes by unanimous consent. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational updates.

• Approved draft ordinance amending Board of Health membership per HB 1152 (4-0)
• Approved agenda by unanimous consent
• Approved February 15, 2022 meeting minutes by unanimous consent

Board of County Commissioners

The Board is discussing an ordinance to implement a 0.1% sales and use tax dedicated to housing and behavioral health services. This includes a notice of a public hearing scheduled for April 5, 2022. The board is also reviewing various agreements regarding jail healthcare, food bank grants, and budget revisions.

• Ordinance: Additional Sales and Use Tax – Housing and Related Services
• Agreement: Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic for Clallam County Jail medication assistance treatment
• Agreement amendment 11: Correctional Healthcare Companies, LLC for Inmate Health Care Services
• Agreement: Sequim Food Bank for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) direct grant assistance
• Discussion: Provision of ARPA funds for Black Diamond Water District Waterline Relocation Project

Clallam County Finance Committee

The committee reviewed financial status updates including property tax collections, investment rates, and fund balances. Discussions included the strategy for investing funds in both Money Market accounts and CDs to manage interest rate unpredictability.

• Property tax collection was 99% of budget through November
• Retail sales tax and use tax was 118% of budget through November
• $136,000 in unclaimed funds from a 2018 sale to be deposited into the General Fund
• $282,000 transfer to the Flood Control Fund and Clallam Bay Sekiu Sewer fund
• General Fund reserves were $16.4 million as of the end of November

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing financial LTAC projections, 'Keeping the Lights on' COVID-19 reports, and 2021 Hotel/Motel funding allocations. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding potential changes to meeting start times and dates.

• Review of financial LTAC projections
• Review of 'Keeping the Lights on' COVID-19 reports
• Review of 2021 Hotel/Motel funding allocation reports
• Discussion on meeting start time change to 1:30 p.m.

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to review property tax petitions from various owners and entities. The board will hear specific cases, some of which are marked as stipulated or postponed.

• Petition 2021-76 (Blanchard)
• Petition 2021-77 (Wrobel Trust)
• Petition 2021-30 and 2021-31 (MWTWINS ARMORY LLC)
• Petition 2021-39 (Hoang)
• Petition 2021-56 (BCI LLC)

The Clallam County Board of Equalization heard five property tax appeals on March 9, 2022, and sustained the assessed value in every case. No values were changed.

• Sustained $432,997 value for William and Christine Wrobel Trust (Petition 2021-77)
• Sustained $223,141 value for MWTWINS ARMORY LLC (Petition 2021-30)
• Sustained $2,706,859 value for MWTWINS ARMORY LLC (Petition 2021-31)
• Sustained $702,000 value for Anh Hun Hoang (Petition 2021-39)
• Sustained $312,834 value for Edward Boyd BCI LLC (Petition 2021-56)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to approve weekly vouchers and payroll, appoint members to several county boards, and review broadband and behavioral health agreements. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss ongoing opioid litigation and the allocation of potential funds.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,499,572.82
• Agreement with North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council for broadband expansion planning
• Contract amendment with Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization regarding prohibited uses of funding
• Temporary easement request from Washington State Department of Transportation to remove a fish passage barrier
• Appointments to the Civil Service Commission, Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, Noxious Weed Control Board, and Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Board of County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting, approving a consent agenda, a contract amendment with Salish Behavioral Health, and an agreement with the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council for broadband expansion planning. They also adopted resolutions appointing or reappointing several individuals to various boards and committees. The board recessed into executive session to discuss opioid litigation, with no action taken afterward.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Adopted the consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, minutes, and letters (motion carried)
• Approved contract amendment A with Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization (motion carried)
• Approved agreement with North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council for broadband expansion planning (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution reappointing Steven Kernes to the civil service commission (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution appointing Matthew Peloquin to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution appointing Roberta Stoneman to the Noxious Weed Control Board (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution appointing Kristine Johnson to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board (motion carried)

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The board will review previous minutes and receive updates on bylaw reviews and position vacancies. The meeting includes presentations regarding the Community Paramedicine Program and the Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic.

• Bylaw Review committee update
• Discussion of Tribal Representative and Services for the Homeless vacancies
• Community Paramedicine Program presentation by Port Angeles Fire Department
• Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic presentation

The board approved the agenda and February minutes, then discussed and made changes to its by-laws, including moving the Sheriff's Office to a standing non-voting member and shifting the Director of Juvenile Services to a representative role. The board also removed the requirement that voting members be county residents, added a residency requirement, and clarified conflict-of-interest rules. No formal votes were taken on these by-law changes; they remain under discussion. The board also heard presentations on the Community Paramedicine Program and Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic, and continued outreach for vacancies.

• Approved agenda with modification to reflect 2022 (majority)
• Approved minutes from February 8, 2022 (majority)
• Moved Sheriff's Office to standing non-voting member (discussion)
• Shifted Director of Juvenile Services to representative role (discussion)
• Removed requirement that voting members be county residents (discussion)
• Added requirement that board members reside in Clallam County (discussion)
• Struck language barring discussion on conflicts of interest (discussion)
• Continued outreach for Tribal Representative and Homeless Services vacancies

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several IT infrastructure updates and board appointments. The body is discussing a new three-year bandwidth contract and a significant upgrade to the county's Avaya phone system.

• Quote from NWN Carousel for Avaya phone system upgrade in the amount of $187,498.75
• Three-year contract with Wave Business Solutions, LLC to improve bandwidth and reduce monthly costs by approximately $900
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Commerce for Hotel Leasing and Rapid Re-Housing
• Proposed ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 5.100 Consolidated Fee Schedule – Fairgrounds Fee Schedule 215-A
• Resolution establishing the Housing Solutions Committee

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board is meeting to discuss draft contract language from the Attorney's office regarding the management of unspent Heritage Grant Funds. The board is considering allowing recipients to reprogram requests rather than returning unused funds.

• Review of draft contract language for Heritage Grant Funds
• Grant application update
• Territorial Structure catalogue update
• Field trip planning update

The Heritage Advisory Board approved draft contract language from the Attorney's office for managing unspent Heritage Grant funds, allowing recipients to reprogram requests instead of returning funds. The board also reviewed grant applications, determining four eligible and three with questions, and moved to consider all eligible projects on merit. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved draft contract language for unspent grant funds (unanimous, Stipe recused)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved February 7, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to review all eligible grant projects on merit (unanimous)

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will conduct leadership elections and consider the re-appointment of four members. The meeting includes a discussion on law enforcement education and updates regarding community partner presentations.

• Election of DDAC Officers
• Re-appointment of Tony Andrus, Terry Barrett, Alan Caverly, and Laura Johns
• Discussion: Clallam County Developmental Disability ~ Law Enforcement Education Project
• Update: Clallam Mosaic - Clallam Parent to Parent Support Services presentation
• Report: Outcome Report for January 2022 regarding ISE, CI, and County Transition Program

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee approved its agenda and prior minutes, then unanimously elected Laura Johns as chairperson and Tony Andrus as vice-chairperson for 2022. Members also unanimously approved the re-appointment of Tony Andrus, Terry Barrett, Alan Caverly, and Laura Johns. The committee heard updates on the 'Handle With Care' law enforcement education project and a presentation from Clallam Mosaic's Parent to Parent program.

• Approved agenda without additions (unanimous)
• Approved November 4, 2021 minutes without changes (unanimous)
• Elected Laura Johns as 2022 Chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Tony Andrus as 2022 Vice-Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re-appointed members Tony Andrus, Terry Barrett, Alan Caverly, Laura Johns (unanimous)

Board of Equalization

The Clallam County Board of Equalization is meeting to review property assessment petitions. The board is hearing specific cases from property owners to determine valuation.

• Petition 2021-52, 53, 54 (DelGuzzi)
• Petition 2021-63 (McLean)
• Petition 2021-57 (Manca) - POSTPONED
• Petition 2021-64 (Bryden) - STIPULATED
• Petition 2021-66 (Kennedy Family Trust) - STIPULATED

The Clallam County Board of Equalization heard four property tax appeals on March 2, 2022. It sustained the assessed values for two parcels (petitions 2021-52 and 2021-63) and changed values for two others (petitions 2021-53 and 2021-54), all involving taxpayer Lisa DelGuzzi. The board's decisions were recorded without further detail.

• Sustained $20,000 value on parcel 62720 (Petition 2021-52)
• Changed value from $20,000 to $43,800 on parcel 62718 (Petition 2021-53)
• Changed value from $10,000 to $20,000 on parcel 62719 (Petition 2021-54)
• Sustained $84,590 value on parcel 30247 (Petition 2021-63)

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss management responsibilities for sections of the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and a state timber harvest sale on the Olympic Adventure Trail (OAT). The meeting includes reports on several bridge replacements and culvert projects.

• OAT Milepost 2.0 Bridge Replacement
• OAT Whiskey Creek Horse Trail Repair and Reroute
• Jamestown S’ Klallam Tribe Railroad Bridge Park Project
• Kugel Creek Culvert Replacement Project on Cooper Ranch Rd
• Discussion of state timber harvest sale on OAT between Milepost 4 and 6

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee voted to cap its meetings at 90 minutes, starting at 1:30 pm and ending by 3:00 pm. Members also discussed trail maintenance updates, including a planned bridge replacement and a temporary trail closure for a timber sale. No other formal decisions were made.

• Set meeting time limit of 90 minutes (all in favor)
• Approved February 2, 2022 meeting minutes (none opposed)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a work session to discuss a proposed Forestry Ordinance. The proposal aims to reintroduce Conversion Option Harvest Permits (COHP) as a cheaper alternative to Class IV General Conversions for landowners wanting to develop land after timber harvests.

• Work session on Proposed Forestry Ordinance
• Discussion of COHP fees ($500 DCD fee and $100 DNR fee) versus Class IV General Conversion fees ($1,500 DNR fee)

The Clallam County Planning Commission held a virtual meeting with no substantive decisions. They approved the February 2, 2022 minutes and discussed a proposed new logging ordinance, which is not yet in county code. Staff will revise the ordinance based on commissioner feedback and bring it back for a public hearing. No votes were taken on the ordinance.

• Approved February 2, 2022 meeting minutes
• Discussed proposed logging ordinance; no action taken
• Staff to revise ordinance per commissioner requests and return for public hearing

Homelessness Task Force

The task force is reviewing potential changes to its membership bylaws regarding total member count. The meeting also includes discussions on HB 1590, the Department of Commerce Rapid Rehousing Grant, and an update on the All View Motel.

• Membership Bylaw Update regarding total positions
• Department of Commerce Rapid Rehousing Grant discussion
• All View Motel update
• HB 1590 discussion
• Housing Solutions Group discussion

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider an ordinance to amend Title 33.50 Zoning regarding accessory housing. The agenda also includes several agency agreements and a resolution for a county road project.

• Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Title 33.50 Zoning (Accessory Housing)
• Resolution to initiate county road project CRP C1259, Traffic Control Devices
• Agreement with Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau for year-round tourism promotion
• Memorandum of Understanding with City of Forks for waste water treatment funding
• Interlocal Agreement with Jamestown S’Klallam Indian Tribe for law enforcement services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will hold a work session covering several administrative actions, including contract amendments, board appointments, and infrastructure agreements. Discussion topics include housing solutions and broadband expansion planning.

• Contract amendment for Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization
• Letter to four regional tribes regarding the new Joint Public Safety Facility
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Ecology for solid waste management
• Resolution for road project CRP C1259, Traffic Control Devices
• Agreement with North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council for broadband expansion

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will meet to discuss coastal hazards and project updates. The agenda includes a presentation on storm surge monitoring and an update regarding a presentation to the Board of County Commissioners.

• Presentation by Dr. Ian Miller on the Port Townsend storm surge monitoring program
• Update from Tim Cochnauer on February 14th BOCC presentation
• NWSC update from Alan Clark
• Discussion on volunteer and intern needs
• Outreach card discussions with NWSF and PA Chamber of Commerce

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will meet to review several property tax petitions. The agenda includes various cases marked as stipulated, withdrawn, postponed, or rescheduled.

• Approval of November 10, 2021 minutes
• Petition #2021-23 (Fell, Parcel 39749) - STIPULATED
• Petition #2021-25 (Floe, Parcel 1640) - WITHDREW
• Petition #2021-32 (Tipton, Parcel 54802) - WITHDREW
• Petition #2021-37 (Graff, Parcel 67715) - POSTPONED

The Clallam County Board of Equalization held hearings on five property tax appeals on February 23, 2022. The board sustained the assessed value for one property and reduced the assessed values for four properties owned by Brian Anderson and Pamela Clayton. All decisions were made by the three board members present.

• Sustained $647,975 value for Andrew and Susan Mesches (Petition 2021-24)
• Reduced value from $144,000 to $68,000 for Brian Anderson and Pamela Clayton (Petition 2021-26)
• Reduced value from $54,000 to $38,000 for Brian Anderson and Pamela Clayton (Petition 2021-27)
• Reduced value from $54,000 to $38,000 for Brian Anderson and Pamela Clayton (Petition 2021-28)
• Reduced value from $95,300 to $54,000 for Brian Anderson and Pamela Clayton (Petition 2021-33)

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will hold its regular monthly meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes discussions regarding officer elections and various items related to the 2022 Fair.

• Fair Board Officer Election discussion
• Committee reports for Advertising, Camping and Parking, Hospitality, Information Booth, Junior Livestock Auction, 4-H, and Royalty
• Discussion of 2022 Fair items including Grandstand Entertainment, Beer Garden, and Fair Sponsorship
• Fair Board Special Committees Sign Up

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board unanimously approved Laurie Davies as the 4-H/FFA Building ("Still Life") Superintendent. The board also voted to continue pursuing a beer garden and its location, and elected new officers: LaDona Wilson as President and Carol Johnson as Vice President. The meeting was adjourned unanimously at 7:41 p.m.

• Approved Laurie Davies as 4-H/FFA Building ('Still Life') Superintendent (unanimous).
• Voted to continue pursuing a beer garden and its location.
• Elected LaDona Wilson as President and Carol Johnson as Vice President.
• Tabled Fair Board Special Committee sign-up until next meeting.
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 p.m. (unanimous).

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several interlocal agreements and memoranda of understanding. Key discussions include a revised agreement with the Jamestown S’Klallam Indian Tribe regarding law enforcement services and mutual aid.

• Interlocal Agreement with Jamestown S’Klallam Indian Tribe for law enforcement and mutual aid
• Agreement with Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission for boating enforcement and education
• Agreement with Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau to promote year-round tourism
• Memorandum of Understanding with City of Forks regarding wastewater treatment facility funding
• Letter of support for the US Highway 101 East Corridor Improvement Project

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations. They are also considering agreements for a greenhouse gas inventory, community paramedicine, and court recording services.

• Proposed $2,375,610 Opportunity Fund grant to the City of Forks for a wastewater treatment facility
• Proposed $1,000,000 reallocation of Hotel/Motel Tax funds
• Agreement with Cascadia Consulting Group, Inc. for a Greenhouse Gas Inventory
• Contract with City of Port Angeles Fire Department for Community Paramedicine Program
• Agreement with Port Angeles Farmer’s Market for ARPA direct grant assistance

The Board approved an interlocal agreement with the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe for law enforcement and mutual aid services, despite public comment opposing the tribal officer authority. Commissioners also approved several contracts, including a greenhouse gas inventory study, a community paramedicine program, and ARPA grants. Budget revisions and supplemental appropriations were adopted, and a public hearing on debatable emergencies was closed with adoption.

• Approved interlocal agreement with Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe for law enforcement and mutual aid services
• Approved agreement with Cascadia Consulting Group for a Greenhouse Gas Inventory
• Approved contract with City of Port Angeles Fire Department for Community Paramedicine Program
• Approved agreement with Justice AV Solutions for audio/video recording in Superior Court
• Approved agreement with Port Angeles Farmer's Market for ARPA direct grant assistance
• Approved contract with Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe for Olympia Oyster Population Surveys
• Adopted budget revisions reallocating $1,000,000 in Hotel/Motel Tax funds and ARPA funds for IT and board room upgrades
• Adopted supplemental appropriations for Shoreline Master Plan, Juvenile Services, Sheriff operations, and emergency services

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss a real estate purchase via Resolution #PHA-2022-01. The board is also reviewing January check registers and the Executive Director's timesheet.

• Resolution #PHA-2022-01: Approval of real estate purchase
• Approval of January check registers totaling $941,761.95
• Approval of The Outpost January check registers totaling $1,348.60
• Approval of Executive Director Sarah Martinez January Timesheet

The Board approved Resolution #PHA-2022-02 authorizing submission of a funding application and Resolution #PHA-2022-03 for a land purchase in Port Townsend, including financial limits set in executive session. Resolution #PHA-2022-01 was stricken and removed from consideration. The March annual board meeting was rescheduled from March 16 to March 17, 2022.

• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-02 authorizing submission of a funding application.
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2022-03 for a land purchase in Port Townsend, including financial limits set in executive session.
• Stricken and removed Resolution #PHA-2022-01 (land purchase in Port Townsend) from consideration.
• Approved consent agenda items including January timesheet, minutes, and check registers.
• Rescheduled the March 2022 annual board meeting to March 17, 2022.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will consider a notice of hearing for an ordinance to amend accessory housing zoning. The agenda also includes several contract amendments, appointments to advisory committees, and public hearings regarding road franchises and employee benefits.

• Notice of hearing for Clallam County Code Title 33.50 Zoning (Accessory Housing) on March 1, 2022
• Contract amendment with Washington State Military Department and U.S. Department of Homeland Security
• Agreement with Public Works for Olympic Discovery Trail improvement projects
• Ordinance granting Maple View Farm a franchise for use of county roads
• Resolution adopting amendments to Policy 225 Employee Benefits

The Board of County Commissioners held a regular meeting on Feb. 15, 2022, and approved several items. They adopted the consent agenda, approved contract amendments and agreements, appointed members to advisory committees, and issued a hearing notice for an accessory housing ordinance. The board also adopted three ordinances and a resolution after public hearings: a road franchise for Maple View Farm, amendments to the employee benefits policy, and a rezoning application (REZ2021-00001).

• Adopted the agenda as presented.
• Adopted the consent agenda, including vouchers and minutes for the week of February 7.
• Approved Contract Amendment 1 with the Washington State Military Department and U.S. Department of Homeland Security to change the agreement end date.
• Approved an agreement with Public Works for Olympic Discovery Trail improvement projects.
• Approved an agreement with Park, Fair and Facilities for marketing, promotional efforts, site improvements, and staff support.
• Adopted resolutions appointing Tim Fletcher and Navarra Carr to the Homelessness Task Force, and Steven W. Johnson to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee.
• Issued a notice of hearing for March 1, 2022, on an ordinance amending Clallam County Code Title 33.50 Zoning (Accessory Housing).
• Adopted an ordinance granting Maple View Farm a franchise for use of county roads, a resolution adopting amendments to policy 225 Employee Benefits, and an ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Map and Zoning Map (Application No. REZ2021-00001).

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health is meeting to conduct a public hearing on repealing the Secure Medicine Return Regulations. The board will also discuss updating its bylaws and ordinances to comply with state law RCW 70.05.035.

• Public hearing on the repeal of Ordinance Chapter 41.11.220-380 (Secure Medicine Return Regulations)
• Discussion of draft Board of Health Bylaws
• Discussion of draft Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 41.01 Clallam County Board of Health
• Discussion of Community Health Assessment and Community Health Improvement Plan
• COVID-19 update from the Health Officer

The Clallam County Board of Health voted 6-0 to repeal Chapter 41.11.220-380, Article II, Secure Medicine Return Regulations, after a public hearing. The board also approved amended bylaws to comply with House Bill 1152, effective July 2022, and agreed to work with Kitsap and Jefferson Counties on a 2022 Community Health Assessment.

• Repealed Secure Medicine Return Regulations (6-0)
• Approved amended BOH bylaws for House Bill 1152 (6-0)
• Approved collaborative 2022 Community Health Assessment with Kitsap and Jefferson Counties (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several grant applications and service agreements. Key discussions include funding for behavioral health services for youth and maintenance for Superior Court recording technology.

• Pre-application for Health Care Authority Uninsured Care Expansion Grant for youth behavioral health
• Two-year maintenance agreement with Justice AV Solutions (JAVS) for Superior Court audio/video recording
• Contract with Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe for Olympia Oyster Population Surveys
• Agreement with Sound Law Center, LLC for Code Enforcement Hearing Examiner services
• ARPA direct grant assistance agreement with Port Angeles Farmer’s Market

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is reviewing a 'Buy, Protect, Sell' model for farmland conservation presented by Tom Sanford. The board is also establishing a new guideline for how applicants will be evaluated for funding.

• Presentation on 'Buy, Protect, Sell' model for farmland conservation
• Discussion of guidelines for the Conservation Futures applicant evaluation process

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board met and took procedural actions: adopted the agenda and approved the December 8, 2021 minutes as modified. Members also heard a presentation on the 'Buy, Protect, Sell Model' and discussed a proposed application evaluation process, including applicant conflicts of interest. The chair will request legal guidance from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office on conflict-of-interest and evaluation procedures.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved December 8, 2021 minutes as modified (unanimous)

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The board will review bylaws regarding membership types, meeting frequency, and the chair. The meeting also addresses current position vacancies for a Tribal Representative, Services for the Homeless, and an At Large member.

• Bylaw review: voting vs. non-voting membership, meeting frequency, and chair
• Position vacancy: Tribal Representative
• Position vacancy: Services for the Homeless
• Position vacancy: At Large

The board approved Kristine Johnson for the At-Large position and formed a subcommittee to review bylaws. Discussion focused on potential changes to voting/non-voting structure and meeting processes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Kristine Johnson for At-Large Position (majority vote)
• Formed bylaw review subcommittee with volunteers Helen Kenoyer, Christina Miko, Wendy Sisk, Jody Jacobson, Kristina Bullington; John DeBoer as alternate
• Approved agenda (majority vote)
• Approved January 11, 2022 minutes with correction noting Kristina Bullington was absent (majority vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners is reviewing several budget reallocations and supplemental appropriations. This includes a notice regarding upcoming resolutions for various departmental funds and a call for a hearing on debatable emergency fund requests.

• Contract amendment with Washington State Department of Corrections to increase per diem
• Reallocation of $134,000 in ARPA funding for BOCC Board Room technology upgrades
• Reallocation of $7,500 in ARPA funding for IT software and equipment
• Proposed $2,375,610 Opportunity Fund grant for the City of Forks waste water treatment facility
• Proposed $300,150 in additional funds for approved Hotel/Motel Tax applications

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board is discussing the management of unspent grant funds and reviewing the 2020 award accomplishment process. The board is also receiving updates on the Territorial Structure catalogue and the status of field trips.

• Review of guidelines for management of unspent Heritage Grant Funds
• Discussion of 2020 Heritage award accomplishment review for Sequim Museum
• Financial report for the $1 surcharge historical preservation fund
• Update on the Territorial Structure catalogue by Nancy Messmer
• Report on a completed $43,100 Heritage Grant paving project for Sequim Museum & Arts

The Heritage Advisory Board accepted the 2020 Heritage award accomplishment report from the Sequim Museum. The board also discussed guidelines for managing unspent Heritage Grant Funds, with new contract language expected by March and further discussion planned for June. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of January 3 and January 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• Accepted Sequim Museum 2020 Heritage award report (motion carried, Stipe recused)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is discussing proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and budget emergencies. The body is also reviewing a zoning ordinance amendment regarding accessory housing and a grant extension for the Sheriff's Office.

• Contract amendment for Operation Stonegarden grant extending end date to August 31, 2022 ($438,750)
• Notice of hearing for Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Title 33.50 Zoning (Accessory Housing)
• Discussion with WSDOT regarding Highway 101 roundabout project
• Resolution appointing Tim Fletcher and Navarra Carr to the Homelessness Task Force
• Resolution appointing Steven W. Johnson to the Solid Waste Advisory Committee

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission held a work session regarding a proposed forestry ordinance. The discussion focused on the transition from forestry to non-forestry use, including the lifting of development moratoriums and the use of Conversion Option Harvest Plans.

• Proposed Forestry Ordinance regarding conversion from forestry to non-forestry use
• Discussion of Conversion Option Harvest Plan (COHP) requirements
• Review of DNR Class IV General Conversion fees of $1,500
• Review of previous DCD COHP fees of $500

The Clallam County Planning Commission elected Jane Hielman as chair and Steve Gale as vice-chair for the upcoming term. The commission also discussed a proposed ordinance on Commercial Open Space Harvest Plans (COHP) with DNR, which expressed general support. No public hearings or formal decisions were made on the ordinance.

• Elected Jane Hielman as chair
• Elected Steve Gale as vice-chair
• Approved minutes of January 5, 2022

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee will hold elections for Chair and Vice-Chair and review 2021 trail user counts. Members will also discuss unauthorized access and theft in western sections of the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and determine maintenance responsibilities by trail section.

• Election of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of 2021 Trail User Counts
• Review of unauthorized access and theft in western ODT sections
• Determination of ODT management and maintenance responsibilities
• Project updates for ODT East-End, West-End, and Olympic Adventure Trail (OAT)

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee authorized its chair to submit a letter to the Hearing Examiner expressing concerns about the Olympic Disposal Transfer Station conditional use permit application, specifically regarding impacts to the Olympic Discovery Trail. The committee also reappointed its chair and vice-chair, approved prior meeting minutes, and discussed trail maintenance and project updates. No other formal decisions were made.

• Authorized chair to submit letter on transfer station trail impacts (unopposed)
• Reappointed Andy Stevenson as Chair and Gordon Taylor as Vice-Chair
• Approved November 3 and December 1, 2021 meeting minutes (all in favor)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss various contracts, including website architecture and emergency management funding. The body will also hold a hearing on an ordinance to repeal the Clallam County Code check processing fee.

• Ordinance to repeal Clallam County Code Chapter 5.24, Check Processing Fee
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department and U.S. Department of Homeland Security for $41,792 and $14,225 for emergency management
• Contract with CivicPlus to architect a new Clallam County website
• ARPA direct grant assistance agreements for Port Angeles Food Bank, Sequim Open Aire Market, Forks Community Food Bank, and West Olympic Peninsula Betterment Association
• Notice of hearing for an Ordinance amending Title 31 Comprehensive Plan Map and Title 33 Zoning Map

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda and several contracts and agreements, including ARPA direct grant assistance for local food banks and other organizations. They also issued hearing notices for upcoming ordinances and resolutions, and adopted resolutions for appointments and a purchase order.

• Approved consent agenda (vouchers, payroll, minutes) (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Salish Behavioral Health for substance use disorder services (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with OlyPen for courthouse internet access (unanimous)
• Approved contract with CivicPlus for new county website (unanimous)
• Approved emergency management agreements with WA Military Dept. ($41,792 and $14,225) (unanimous)
• Approved ARPA grants to Port Angeles Food Bank, Sequim Open Aire Market, Forks Community Food Bank, and West Olympic Peninsula Betterment Association (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions appointing Jeannie Dickinson, Brandon Janisse, and Rachel Anderson to boards (unanimous)
• Adopted purchase order for Sheriff's GETAC equipment (unanimous)

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will conduct a workshop presentation regarding the grant application process. This session is intended to explain how to apply for grants but is not an open forum for applicants to present projects.

• PowerPoint presentation on the grant application process

The Heritage Advisory Board held a workshop presentation on January 31, 2022, to explain the grant application process to potential applicants. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was informational only, and no other board members were present.

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative items including a contract amendment for the county jail. Discussion includes public works certifications, food bank grants, and a briefing on the US 101 corridor.

• Amendment to Washington State Department of Corrections contract to extend performance through June 30, 2024, and increase per diem rates
• Purchase order for Sheriff’s Department GETAC equipment totaling $54,995.68
• Certification of the 2022 Road Levy & Estimated Revenue Produced
• Briefing on US 101 corridor pre-design study between Simdars Road and Palo Alto Road
• American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) direct grant assistance agreements for Port Angeles Food Bank, Sequim Open Aire Market, Forks Community Food Bank, and West Olympic Peninsula Betterment Association

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Committee

This meeting of the Clallam County Sheriff's Citizens Advisory Committee has no posted agenda. The agenda was not provided to the BOCC office for posting, so no items for decision or discussion are listed. Contact the Sheriff's Office for a copy of the agenda.

• No agenda provided for posting

The Clallam County Sheriff's Citizen Advisory Committee unanimously approved a motion to recommend Detective Cody Anderson for placement on the Independent Investigative Team (IIT). The committee also heard updates on Sheriff Benedict's retirement, legislative issues, and personnel changes. No other formal decisions were made.

• Recommended Detective Cody Anderson to the Independent Investigative Team (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from September 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss budget revisions for a security system and a temporary road closure. The meeting includes hearings on official bonds and a wastewater treatment grant for the City of Forks.

• Budget revision for $183,872 to purchase a body scanning security system using ARPA funding
• Resolution to temporarily close East Beach Road No. 92210
• Proposed grant from the Opportunity Fund for the City of Forks Waste Water Treatment Facility
• Ordinance regarding Bonds for Officials (Chapter 3.50)
• Request for qualifications for 2022 Architecture/Engineering Consulting Services

Marine Resources Committee

The committee will receive an update on the Strait of Juan de Fuca Geographic Response Plan from the Department of Ecology. Members will also discuss storm surge monitoring and various marine project updates.

• Update on the Strait of Juan de Fuca Geographic Response Plan by Wendy Buffet
• King Tide and Storm Surge Monitoring Project update
• NWSC update provided by Alan Clark
• Mussel Biotoxins project update
• Forage Fish survey update

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee met on January 24, 2022, and discussed several topics but made no formal decisions. They tabled the December minutes until February, discussed a potential letter of support for a marine debris removal grant proposal, and considered scheduling a special meeting with the BOCC about storm surge and king tide impacts. No votes were taken.

• December minutes tabled until February
• Discussed adding letter of support for Innerspace Exploration grant proposal
• Discussed scheduling special BOCC meeting on storm surge impacts

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several service contracts and scheduling public hearings for February 15, 2022. Discussions include affordable housing, the county charter, and emergency management funding.

• Contract with True Star Behavioral Health for $74,839 for substance use disorder outpatient services
• Two agreements with Washington State Military Department and U.S. Department of Homeland Security for $14,225 and $41,792
• Resolution to temporarily close East Beach Road No. 92210
• Proposed ordinance amending the Comprehensive Plan Map and Zoning Map
• Proposed ordinance for a Farm Waste Line Facility Franchise

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve December check registers and the Executive Director's timesheet. The board will also hold an executive session to continue the evaluation of Executive Director Sarah Martinez.

• Approval of December check registers totaling $872,984.55
• Approval of December Outpost check registers totaling $2,699.57
• Section 8 Vouchers expenditures of $473,214.24
• Local Fund expenditures of $98,434.74
• Executive session for Executive Director Sarah Martinez' evaluation

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board of Commissioners held a regular meeting, approving the consent agenda and an executive session decision regarding Executive Director Martinez's evaluation and salary increase. The board also discussed board membership vacancies, with Commissioner Turner willing to serve until replaced. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved consent agenda including December timesheet, minutes, and check registers (voice vote)
• Approved December Outpost Check Register (voice vote, Tinker abstained)
• Approved executive session decisions on director evaluation and salary increase (voice vote, amended to make Webster lead)

Board of Health

The Board of Health is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair. The agenda includes discussions on the repeal of secure medicine return regulations and an overview of Health and Human Services operations.

• Election of Chair & Vice-Chair
• Discussion on repeal of Ordinance Chapter 41.11.220-380, Article II, Secure Medicine Return Regulations
• Overview of Health and Human Services Operations
• COVID-19 update from the Health Officer

The Clallam County Board of Health unanimously elected Don Lawley as Chair and Shahida Shirir as Vice Chair. The board also approved the agenda with a modification to schedule an ORCAA presentation, and approved the December 21, 2021 meeting minutes with an amendment. No substantive policy decisions were made; the board discussed repealing the county's Secure Medicine Return Regulations and received updates on COVID-19 and department operations.

• Elected Don Lawley as Chair and Shahida Shirir as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with modification to add ORCAA presentation discussion (unanimous)
• Approved December 21, 2021 meeting minutes with amendment to Don Lawley's attendance (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss administrative appointments and fund creation. The body is reviewing a proposal to repeal the Clallam County Code Chapter 5.24 regarding check processing fees.

• Notice of hearing for an Ordinance repealing Clallam County Code Chapter 5.24 – Check Processing Fee
• Resolution creating a new trust and agency fund for Fire District 2 fleet replacement
• Agreement with Lutheran Community Services Northwest for Healthy Families Projects
• Agreement with Lutheran Community Services Northwest for Child Check Program
• Approval of vouchers totaling $960,506.46

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners held a work session and regular meeting on January 18, 2022, all by video. They adopted a resolution finding adequacy for the periodic review of the Shoreline Master Program, appointed an acting County Engineer for up to six months, and approved several contracts and agreements. All actions were unanimous.

• Adopted resolution finding adequacy for Shoreline Master Program review (unanimous)
• Appointed acting County Engineer for interim period not to exceed six months (unanimous)
• Appointed Sandra Allen to Homelessness Task Force (unanimous)
• Issued notice of hearing for ordinance repealing check processing fee (unanimous)
• Created new trust and agency fund for Fire District 2 fleet replacement (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Lutheran Community Services Northwest for Healthy Families Projects (unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Lutheran Community Services Northwest for Child Check Program (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss administrative agreements and a request for qualifications for professional services. The body is also considering the appointment of an acting County Engineer for an interim period not to exceed six months.

• Request for qualifications for 2022 Architecture/Engineering Consulting Services
• Agreement amendment 1 with Kitsap Public Health District for Youth Marijuana Prevention and Education and Commercial Tobacco Prevention programs
• Contract amendment A with Salish Behavioral Health Organization for therapeutic courts
• Agreement with Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs for Clallam’s 24/7 Sobriety Program
• Resolution to cancel uncollectible personal property taxes

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board is meeting virtually to elect a Board Chair and fill vacancies for a Tribal Representative and Services for the Homeless. The board will also hear presentations on the Community Paramedicine Program and Transformations by Olympic Angels.

• Vote for Board Chair to serve 2022/2023
• Presentation on Community Paramedicine Program by Port Angeles Fire Department
• Presentation by Transformations by Olympic Angels
• Discussion of position vacancies for Tribal Representative and Services for the Homeless
• Planned February bylaw review regarding voting vs. non-voting membership

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board elected Jody Jacobson as board chair for 2022/2023 by majority vote. The board approved the agenda and the November 9, 2021 minutes with corrections. A presentation from Olympic Angels was heard, and three vacancies were noted with volunteers to assist in interviews. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda with rearranged order (majority)
• Approved November 9, 2021 minutes with two corrections (majority)
• Elected Jody Jacobson as board chair for 2022/2023 (majority)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to conduct a periodic review of the Shoreline Master Program and approve several county contracts and administrative appointments. The board will also establish a COVID sick leave policy for 2022.

• Public hearing on the adequacy of the Shoreline Master Program review
• Contract with Codan Radio Communications for radio system upgrade components
• Lease agreement with Olympic View Properties, Inc. for the Family Support Division Office
• Notice of hearing for a grant from the Opportunity Fund to the City of Forks Waste Water Treatment Facility
• Budget revision of $183,872 from ARPA funding for a body scanning security system

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss administrative updates, budget revisions, and potential legal holidays. The body is reviewing an ordinance to repeal the check processing fee and considering the appointment of a new task force member.

• Proposed ordinance to repeal Clallam County Code Chapter 5.24 – Check Processing Fee
• Resolution to appoint Sandra Allen to the Homelessness Task Force
• Resolution to create a new trust and agency fund for Fire District 2 fleet replacement
• Discussion on establishing Juneteenth as a legal holiday in Clallam County
• Discussion on new 2022 COVID sick leave

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting virtually to review and approve a resolution to close the courthouse. The closure is proposed for Thursday, January 6, and Friday, January 7, 2022, to allow for deep cleaning and reduce virus transmission.

• Resolution to close the courthouse on January 6 and January 7, 2022

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will meet virtually to conduct a work session regarding the Forestry Ordinance. The body will also review minutes from the December 1, 2021 meeting.

• Work session on Forestry Ordinance
• Approval of December 1, 2021 minutes

The Clallam County Planning Commission met virtually on January 5, 2022, and held a work session on the Forestry Ordinance. No formal decisions were made; the meeting was procedural, including approval of the December 1, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Approved minutes of December 1, 2021
• Held work session on Forestry Ordinance (no action taken)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to select a Chair and Vice Chair and approve several service agreements. The body will consider contracts for behavioral health, homeless services, and a GIS upgrade. They will also discuss an application for the Affordable Housing 2060 Emergency Fund.

• Agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. for GIS upgrade
• Contract with Department of Health for Public Health Services
• Application for Affordable Housing 2060 Emergency Fund
• Agreement with Peninsula Behavioral Health for Transition from Homelessness (PATH) Program
• Approval of payroll totaling $901,368.16 for the period ending December 15

The Board of County Commissioners held its first meeting of 2022, electing a chair and vice chair for the year and approving a consent agenda and multiple contracts and agreements. All actions were approved unanimously by the commissioners present, with Commissioner Peach excused. The board also approved moving forward with an Affordable Housing 2060 Emergency Fund application and several advisory board appointments.

• Elected chair and vice chair for 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including vouchers, payroll, and prior minutes (unanimous)
• Approved GIS upgrade agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Department of Health for Public Health Services (unanimous)
• Approved agreements for behavioral health and wraparound services with multiple providers (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with Affordable Housing 2060 Emergency Fund application (unanimous)
• Adopted resolutions reappointing and appointing members to advisory boards (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution designating commissioner involvement on advisory boards (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Commissioners will review several administrative actions including a radio system upgrade for the Sheriff's Department. The agenda also includes discussions on grant amendments, personnel appointments, and upcoming public hearings.

• Purchase order/Contract with Codan Radio Communications for radio system upgrade components
• Agreement amendment with Department of Commerce for STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program
• Lease agreement with Olympic View Properties, Inc. for the Family Support Division Office
• Letter of support for the Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir Project
• Agreement amendment 2 with Department of Ecology for the Dungeness River Floodplain Restoration Project

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board is meeting to discuss the acceptance of 2022 grant applications and the management of unspent funds. The board will also select its 2022 officers and discuss potential activities, such as field trips and special projects, during the pandemic.

• Public notice for 2022 historic preservation grant applications
• Guidelines for management of unspent Heritage Grant Funds
• Board Officer selection for 2022
• Application workshop scheduled for January 31, 2022
• Discussion of support for Heritage Barn, Historic Cemetery, and Maritime Washington grants

The Clallam County Heritage Advisory Board approved the public notice for 2022 Heritage Grant applications and selected officers for 2022: Paul Gleeson as Chair, Larry Lang as Vice Chair, and Margaret Owens as Secretary. The board also discussed expanding activities beyond grant management, including field trips and support for other heritage programs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved November 1 and December 6, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved public notice for 2022 Heritage Grant applications (unanimous)
• Selected Paul Gleeson as Chair, Larry Lang as Vice Chair, Margaret Owens as Secretary (6 yes votes)