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1 | Page 2026 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PACKET LODGING TAX/TOURISM PROMOTION This packet is for the 2026 TOURISM PROMOTION SERVICE PROPOSALS to be funded by the Jefferson County Lodging Tax. Under Jefferson County guidelines, you must be a NON- PROFIT or GOVERNMENTAL AGENCY to be eligible to be funded by the Jefferson County Lodging Tax. The Jefferson County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee may only consider complete and signed proposals that include all of the requested information and documents, and that are submitted by the deadline: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 by 4:30 P.M. 2026 Proposal Guidelines: Tourism Promotion Activities The Jefferson County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) is accepting proposals from government agencies and non-profit organizations for tourism promotion to be provided during calendar year 2026 and paid for from the County’s lodging tax fund. The Committee will make recommendations to the Jefferson County Commissioners within one month following the proposal deadline. All decisions for use of the lodging tax will be made by the Jefferson County Commissioners. Proposals from government agencies or non-profit organizations are to be for tourism promotion during calendar year 2026. Please refer to Section 1 of this packet for examples of eligible tourism promotion activities for this funding round. At the time of implementation, tourism related activities within proposals must comply with federal, state, and county laws and requirements, including county Public Health direction. NOTE: Jefferson County may not use public funds in any way that can be construed as a gift to an individual or organization. Proposals must completely address the questions, and all requested supplemental information must be provided. Incomplete or late proposals may not be considered by LTAC. To be considered, a fully completed and signed digital application (digital signatures acceptable) must be received at afmcknight@co.jefferson.wa.us by the deadline listed above. All applications must be submitted as a signal digital application in a one PDF file attached to an email. If you need assistance combining multiple documents into a single PDF document, please contact our office. All documents filed with the County are public records, potentially eligible for release. Jefferson County is committed to the non-discriminatory treatment of all Persons in the employment and delivery of services and resources. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 1 of 50 2 | Page 2026 Proposal Checklist for Tourism Promotion Activities Organization Name: Event Name, if different: Proposed Contract Amount: $ 501(c)(3) (6) WA UBI Number: EIN Number: Proposals should completely address the questions, and all requested supplemental information should be provided. Incomplete or late proposals may not be considered by the Jefferson County LTAC. To be eligible for consideration, your application must be signed, dated, and include the following items in the listed order. Check each item submitted: Signed and Dated Proposal Checklist for Tourism Promotion Activities. Declaration of capital expenditures and operations, if applicable (Attachment A). Proof of liability insurance (Attachment B) Section 1 - Itemized list of proposed services and estimated costs. Section 2 - Proposal Questions. Section 3 - Proposed 2026 promotion, facility, event or activity budget. Section 3 - 2025 organizational budget and year-to-date income and expense statement(s). Section 3 - List of names and addresses of the organization’s current Board of Directors. Name and contact information for event chairperson, if applicable. Section 3 - Optional work samples such as season brochures, promotional materials, reviews, news/magazine articles, etc. (maximum of 5 separate pieces) To be considered, a fully completed and signed original application with supporting documents must be electronically received and date stamped at the Jefferson County Administrator’s Office, to Adiel McKnight @ afmcknight@co.jefferson.wa.us by WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 by 4:30 p.m. (Secure and approved file transfer links are acceptable to accommodate large file sizes if needed.) Documents submitted to the County are public records, potentially eligible for release. J 150,000 161-001-169 91-6001322 efferson County Parks and Recreation RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 2 of 50 2026 Proposal Checklist for Tourism Promotion Activities Proposal Deadline: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 AT 4:30 P.M. Electronically to Email Address: afmcknight@co.jefferson.wa.us Please type (10 point or larger) or legibly print in ink. To be considered: all questions must be answered; all requested documents provided; this form must be signed and dated. Organization Name: Organization Address: Contact Name: Contact Address: Day Phone: Evening or Cell Phone: E-Mail Address: Facility/Event: (if applicable) Total Lodging Tax Request: $ _________ _ Estimated 2026 org. operating budget: (Incl. Lodging Tax funds) $ If asking for funds for a specific event, list other cash funding sources and dollar amounts budgeted for this project. Note: This section is only due for specific event and festival funding requests. Total Prnject Revenue Budget: Dollar Amount $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Did your organization receive Lodging Tax Funds from the County in 2025? □ Yes □ No I understand that if my organization's proposal for tourism promotion activities is approved by the County that my organization will enter into a contract with the County to provide the contracted services up to the maximum contract amount. I understand that the proposal herein is a public record potentially eligible for public release. Sign Name: Date: Print Name and Title: 3IPage Jefferson County Parks and Recreation 623 Sheridan Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Matthew Tyler Same 360-385-9129 360-531-1744 MTyler@co.jefferson.wa.us Jefferson County Parks and Campgrounds 150,000 $1,031,227 09/02/2025 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Manager X N/A RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 3 of 50 4 | Page 1. Itemized List of Proposed Tourism Promotion Services In the following space or on a separate sheet of paper, please specify each proposed tourism promotion, program, facility, event or activity, including quantities and costs (see examples at bottom of page). Examples of how to list your proposed tourism promotion services or event (Please be as specific AS POSSIBLE about the services, quantities, the tourism market, distribution method, and cost): 10,000 promotional rack cards for I-5 corridor from Portland to Bellingham, April - June 2018…………$1,835 The rack cards will promote an event/hotel/restaurant promotional package. Design and printing………………………………………………………… $1,250 Distribution by XYZ Company……………………………………………… $ 500 5 hours of staff time at $17.00 per hour to write copy, edit and proof the cards…...$ 85 1/3 page black and white event promotional advertisement in XYZ Magazine, July 2018 edition…. $1,500 XYZ Magazine has 250,000 subscribers in western and northwest states. This 1/3-page ad will be part of a full-page advertisement being coordinated by the VCB. XYZ Magazine will match the value of the advertisement with a feature article on Jefferson County and the event in the same edition. Please see additional pages included with this application RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 4 of 50 5 | Page 2. Proposal Questions Please limit your answers to no more than one page for each question. 1. Tell us about your promotion, program, facility, event or activity and why you think it will increase tourists traveling to and staying in Jefferson County. Include a general description of the promotion, program, facility, event or activity including its purpose, history, etc. 2. If this is a continuing or reoccurring promotion, program, facility or event, describe your organization’s prior activities. If applicable, how is it different than in the past? 3. How does your promotion, program, facility or event support one of the Highest Priorities or Additional Considerations listed below under “Other Criteria” (see page 9)? 4. Describe how you intend to market/promote your promotion, program, facility, event or activity to potential tourists who reside outside Jefferson County or traveling more than 50 miles. a. If an event, the date of the event: b. The timeline for the tourism promotion activity you are proposing (e.g. May through July, 226). c. Target Audience d. Promotion methods you intend to use to reach the target audience. e. Describe how you will promote overnight stays at Jefferson County lodging establishments. f. If you intend to collaborate with another agency or non-profit to provide these services, please state the name of the organization and describe the nature of the collaboration: 5. How will you measure the effectiveness of your promotion, program, facility, event or activity? a. Also, describe how you will document and report to the County the economic impact from your promotion, program, facility, event or activity. (State law requires the County to report annually to the State Department of Community Development and Economic Trade about the number of lodging stays and economic benefit from tourists generated by use of Lodging Tax proceeds for tourism promotion.) 6. What economic impact can we expect in Jefferson County from your proposed promotion, program, facility, event or activity? a. Actual or estimated number of tourists at your event/facility last year (2025): b. Estimated number of tourists who will attend your event/facility this year (2026): c. Projected economic impact in Jefferson County from your event/facility (e.g. number of tourists who will stay overnight in Jefferson County-based lodging establishments; economic impact for Jefferson County restaurants, community facilities, amenities, events, and businesses). 7. Describe your organization’s area of expertise. Do you provide a unique service? RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 5 of 50 6 | Page 3. Background Information about Your Organization Attach the following items to your proposal in the order listed: Note: To be considered by the Committee, all of the listed information must be included with your proposal.) Attachments: Projected 2026 promotion, program, facility, event or activity budget including income and expenses. (Please note: if an LTAC award is granted at a different than requested, you will be asked to submit a revised budget prior to contract approval.) 2025 Budget and Actual income and expenses year to date statement(s) (for example, Profit Loss and Balance Sheets). List of names and addresses of the organization’s Board of Directors as of the date the proposal is filed. Also, if the proposal is for the marketing of an event and there is a chairperson for the event (either volunteer or paid), list that individual’s name, address and phone number. If you desire, you may provide samples of promotional and/or design materials such as brochures, artist renderings, graphics, etc. (recommended 1-10 samples.) Note: Staff will verify Incorporation status of the non-profit agencies who submit service proposals by checking the Washington Secretary of State’s on-line corporation records. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 6 of 50 7 | Page 2026 LTAC Opportunity Information 1. Jefferson County’s Proposal Process - The Jefferson County LTAC solicits service proposals each year. The proposal form is attached, posted on the County’s website, www.co.jefferson.wa.us and may also be requested by calling the Jefferson County Commissioner’s Office at the Courthouse, (360) 385-9102. This year, the Committee will review proposals on September 30, 2025 from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Applicants are asked to attend the September 30, 2025 meeting beginning at 10:30 a.m. The County will provide meeting information for all complete applications. At that meeting, each proposing agency will answer questions from the Committee regarding their proposal. The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners regarding which proposals to fund, and at what funding levels within available revenues. The review of the LTAC recommendations and final decision about how to use the lodging tax monies is made by the County Commissioners. Each agency will be notified of the status of their proposal. Contracts are prepared by the County and sent to agencies. 2. Available Funding for 2026 Organizations submitting proposals should be aware that a total of approximately $900,000 in lodging tax awards will be available for allocation to eligible tourism promotion activities through this RFP. This amount also includes $5,280 in staff administrative costs to manage the grants and to process invoices, and $10,000 contingency fund for Olympic Peninsula Gateway Visitor Center. County Ordinance 09-1207-98 provides for distribution of Lodging Tax as follows: The lodging tax funds are to be used for targeted and/or regional promotion, the operation and maintenance of organizations operating tourist related facilities and their costs for local promotional activities. Not more than 25% for the development of tourism related facilities. 3. Definitions By state law, lodging tax funds may only be used for tourism promotion and the acquisition and/or operation, including maintenance, of tourism-related facilities. The following definitions are copied verbatim from RCW 67.28.080. Note: State law changed in 2007 to include “operation” of tourism events in the definition of “tourism promotion.” Tourism" means economic activity resulting from tourists, which may include sales of overnight lodging, meals, tours, gifts, or souvenirs. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 7 of 50 8 | Page Tourist" means a person who travels from a place of residence to a different town, city, county, state, or country, for purposes of business, pleasure, recreation, education, arts, heritage, or culture. Tourism promotion" means activities, operations, and expenditures designed to increase tourism, including but not limited to advertising, publicizing, or otherwise distributing information for the purpose of attracting and welcoming tourists; developing strategies to expand tourism; operating tourism promotion agencies; and funding the marketing of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists. Tourism-related means real or tangible personal property with a usable life of three or more facility” years, or constructed with volunteer labor that is: (a)(i) Owned by a public entity; (ii) owned by a nonprofit organization described under section 501(c)(3) of the federal internal revenue code of 1986, as amended; or (iii) owned by a nonprofit organization described under section 501(c)(6) of the federal internal revenue code of 1986, as amended, a business organization, destination marketing organization, main street organization, lodging association, or chamber of commerce and (b) used to support tourism, performing arts, or to accommodate tourist activities. 4. Proposal Evaluation Criteria Jefferson County Policy Statement for Use of the Lodging Tax Jefferson County’s Lodging Tax Fund will be the primary source of county funding for activities, operations, and expenditures designed to increase tourism. The County does not make any multi- year commitments with Lodging Tax funds. However, service providers are not limited or prohibited from making repeat annual requests of the same nature. The County intends to maintain a reserve in the Fund, and will assess on an annual basis how much of the Fund to appropriate in a given year. The Jefferson County Commissioners have created a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee to conduct an annual process to solicit and recommend Lodging Tax funded services for the County Commissioners consideration. Jefferson County will only consider proposals for use of the Lodging Tax from public and non-profit agencies. The Fund will ONLY be used for the following purposes: 1. The promotion of emerging or on-going tourism events, facilities, and activities by government or non-profit agencies so as to attract and draw tourists to unincorporated Jefferson County from outside Jefferson County. 2. Operation of a tourism promotion agency (such as a visitor and convention bureau); 3. The marketing of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists to unincorporated Jefferson County from outside Jefferson County. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 8 of 50 9 | Page 4. Capital and/or operating costs for tourism facilities owned by a public entity or a non-profit organization as defined in State law RCW 67.28.080.1(7) – Tourism Related Facility. 5. Administrative costs to support tourism events, facilities and activities. Other Criteria HIGHEST PRIORITIES will be given to tourism activities that reflect those defined by the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners per the memo “BoCC priorities for 2025 LTAC RFP” dated October 14, 2024: 1. Destination development, such as supporting a Public Facilities District to build a pool, public campground improvements, and developing the Gateway VIC are examples of the allowed use listed in RCW 67.28.1816 and represent our county’s top priority after an extended period of de-emphasizing this type of investment. 2. “The marketing and operations of special events and festivals designed to attract tourists,” as listed in the RCW is our second priority, continuing years of investment in event marketing. 3. Destination marketing, often called “Tourism Marketing” is our lowest priority for 2025 Lodging tax funding. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: Promote Jefferson County and/or events, activities, and places in the County to potential tourists from outside Jefferson County. Have demonstrated potential or high potential from the Committee’s perspective to result in overnight stays by tourists in lodging establishments within the unincorporated areas Jefferson County. Have demonstrated potential or high potential from the Committee’s perspective to result in documented economic benefit to Jefferson County. Have a demonstrated history of success in Jefferson County, or are proposed by a group with a demonstrated history or high potential of success with similar activities. Minimize duplication of services where appropriate and encourage cooperative marketing and/or includes an element of cooperation or partnership. Provide, maintain, operate, or enhance County-owned tourism facilities or infrastructure. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 9 of 50 10 | Page RESPONSIBILITIES: On or before April 30, 2026 (Q1); July 31, 2026 (Q2); October 31, 2026 (Q3); and January 31, 2027 (Q4), provide to the COUNTY: A quarterly report of the use, services, programs and activities of organization for the quarter under this Agreement; A quarterly financial statement detailing revenues, expenses and cash balances for the quarter; and for the final quarter report, the financial statement shall also include a detailed year to date financial statement . 1. Upon execution of this agreement, provide to the COUNTY: A billing invoice requesting payment of Hotel-Motel Funding. 2. For a minimum of six (6) years, maintain documented proof of payments made, contracts executed, and other expenditures authorized under this Agreement. Upon reasonable notice, provide access to County or State representatives to audit those records. 3. Funding provided by this Agreement may only be expended on the services described in Section 1 of this Agreement. Any monies used for other services or purposes shall be refunded to Jefferson County Hotel/Motel Fund. Any monies under-expended of the total funding allocated under this Agreement shall be refunded to Jefferson County by January 31, 2027. 4. By February 28th of each year provide the following information by reference for the previous year. a. Each festival, event, or tourism facility owned and/or operated by organization. b. The amount of lodging tax revenue allocated for expenditure (whether actually expended or not) by organization on each festival, event or tourism facility. c. Estimated number of tourists served at each festival, event or tourism facility. d. Estimated lodging stays. (“Lodging” refers to commercial lodging such as hotels, motels, resorts, bed and breakfasts, or commercial campgrounds). e. Measurements that demonstrate the impact of increased tourism attributable to the event, festival or facility. 5. Scheduled Site Visits may be conducted as part of the evaluation process at the Committee’s discretion. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 10 of 50 11 | Page LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE REVIEW CONSIDERATIONS In developing its recommendations, the Committee considers: The estimated amount of lodging tax receipts for the coming year provided by the County Administrator’s Office. Operational adaptations or pivots that ensure future organizational success of tourism related activities and promotion. Thoroughness and completeness of the proposal. The relationship of proposed services to the areas of high priority identified by the Committee. Percent of the proposal request to the event/facility promotions budget and overall revenues. Percent of increase over prior year Jefferson County Lodging Tax funded proposal if any. Projected economic impact within the unincorporated Jefferson County, in particular projected overnight stays to be generated in lodging establishments in the unincorporated areas of Jefferson County. Requirements in State law for use of the tax, and the definitions in State RCW 67.28.080 for “tourism,” “tourist,” “tourism promotion,” and “tourism-related facility.” The applicant’s history of promotion success, reporting history and financial stability. Committee member general knowledge of the community and tourism-related activities. NOT CONSIDERED are requests for: Services to be provided beyond calendar year 2026. Proposals from for-profit businesses (however, a government or nonprofit agency contracting with the County may itself contract with for-profit businesses as third-party vendors). Promotional activities that reach a target audience solely traveling from less than a 50-mile radius. NOTE: 1. On February 2, 2006, the State of Washington Attorney General’s Office issued Opinion AGO 2006 #4, which clarifies that a municipality may NOT provide advance payment to private organizations for tourism promotion. Payment must occur after the services have been performed and documentation in keeping with the contract is submitted to the County. 2. The County may not pay for donated or volunteer services or pay more than the actual cost incurred by the contracting agency to provide the service. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 11 of 50 12 | Page 5. Background Information Jefferson County’s Lodging Tax The Lodging Tax is an excise (sales) tax authorized by State law in RCW 67.28, Public Stadium, Convention, Arts and Tourism Facilities. In 1998, the State Legislature amended Chapter 67.28 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) to allow local governments to assess an additional 2% tax on lodging for tourism promotion and/or tourism-related facilities (sometimes referred to as “the new 2%”). In April 1999, the County Commission, by Ordinance, increased the County's Lodging Tax from a 2% to a 4% tax as allowed by RCW 67.28. Jefferson County’s Lodging Tax Advisory Committee Per RCW 67.28.1817, the State requires that local governments collecting the Lodging Tax establish a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee consisting of at least five (5) members: The Chair – a member of the County Commission or their designee 2 members – representing the lodging industry 2 members – representing activities authorized to be funded by said tax The Committee’s role is advisory in nature, with the Committee’s purpose being to advise the County Commissioners. The Committee must select the candidates from amongst the applicants applying for use of revenues and provide a list of such candidates and recommended amounts of funding to the County Commissioners for final determination. In 1998, the Jefferson County Commissioners created such a Committee, and asked the Committee to establish an annual process to solicit and review proposals for tourism services eligible for lodging tax funding. Committee members are appointed by the County Commissioners as part of the County’s regular advisory committee appointment process. For additional information, contact: County Administrator’s Office Jefferson County Courthouse 1820 Jefferson Street PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Ph: 360-385-9102 e-mail: afmcknight@co.jefferson.wa.us END - RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 12 of 50 13 | Page ATTACHMENT A Declaration of Capital Expenditures and Operations 1. The total amount of my request for LTAC funding is: $______________________ 2. Of the total listed in Paragraph 1, above: a. The amount requested for capital expenditures is: $___________________ b. The requested capital expenditures are for: 3. Of the total amount listed in Paragraph 1, above: a. The total amount requested for operations is: $________________________________ b. The requested operations expenditures are for: I declare under penalty of perjury under the law of Washington that the foregoing representation about the capital expenditures and operations is true and correct. Signed on this day of (date) (month) (year) at city or other location, and state or country) Printed Name) Signature) 150,000 0 $150,000 Four Jefferson County Campgrounds, and 17 Jefferson County Day Use Parks 2nd September, 2025 Port Townsend, Washington, USA Matthew L. Tyler RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 13 of 50 14 | Page ATTACHMENT B Insurance Certificate RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 14 of 50 CERTIFICATE OF MEMBERSHIP IN THE WASHINGTON COUNTIES RISK POOL THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE JOINT SELF-INSURANCE LIABILITY COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE WASHINGTON COUNTIES RISK POOL. MEMBER COUNTY: Jefferson County, Washington Attn: Mark McCauley, County Admin & Risk Manager PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Liability Coverage Afforded by the: Washington Counties Risk Pool 2558 RW Johnson Rd SW, Suite 106 Tumwater, WA 98512-6103 Jefferson County (the “Jefferson County”) is a member of the Washington Counties Risk Pool (the “Pool”), as authorized by RCW 48.62.031, and the County is covered by the Pool’s Joint Self-Insurance Liability Program. The Pool’s Joint Self-Insurance Liability Program was created by interlocal cooperative agreement amongst the Pool’s member counties to share risks by “jointly, self -insuring” certain third-party liabilities. The Pool is NOT an insurance company. Claims that are covered under a Memorandum of Liability Coverage MLC”) from the Pool and were submitted under Chapter 4.96 RCW (“Actions against political subdivisions, municipal and quasi - municipal corporations”) against the County, its employees, officers, volunteers and agents and/or actions in connection with or incide ntal to the performance of an agreement/contract which the County and/or its officers, employees or volunteers are found to be liab le for will be paid by the Pool and/or the County. MLC NUMBER: MLC EFFECTIVE DATE: MLC EXPIRATION DATE: LIMITS OF LIABLITY EACH OCCURRENCE BI AND PD COMBINED: 20242025RISKPOOL-JFCO 10/1/2024 1/1/2026 10,000,000 TYPES OF LIABILITY COVERAGE AFFORDED: General Liability Including: Bodily Injury Personal Injury Property Damage Errors and Omissions/Professional Advertising Injury Automobile Liability DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/ LOCATION/VEHICLE CANCELLATION LOWER OAKBAY CAMPGROUND; UPPER OAKBAY CAMPGROUND; QUILCENE CAMPGROUND; LAKE LELAND CAMPGROUND During the MLC Period October 1st, 2024 - January 1st, 2026 SHOULD THE ABOVE-DESCRIBED MLC BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, THE ISSUER WILL ENDEAVOR TO PROVIDE THIRTY (30) DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER, BUT FAILURE TO MAIL SUCH NOTICE SHALL IMPOSE NO OBLIGATION NOR LIABILITY OF ANY KIND UPON THE ISSUER OR ITS AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES. CERTIFICATE HOLDER: ISSUE DATE: September 02, 2025 JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS AND REC Bryden Barbee, Director of Risk and Claims RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 15 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Lodging Tax Application Part 1 Funding to Support Maintenance and Operations of Tourism-Related Day-Use Parks for Calendar Year 2026 August 26, 2025 Prepared By Matt Tyler Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Manager RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 16 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds FUNDED 2016-2025 Improvement, Maintenance, Operations, & Promotion of County Campgrounds Total Grant Request $50,000 SECTION 1 Itemized List of 2026 Proposed Services Expense Budget Services Provided Lake Leland Campground Quilcene Campground Upper & Lower Oak Bay Campgrounds Total Facility improvements and maintenance: 1.2 hours/day, 5 days/week, 8 mo/year $ 7,456 $ 7,456 $ 7,456 $ 22,368 Utilities $ 4,965 $ 6,550 $ 9,544 $ 21,058 Live customer service 8am to 5pm, phone or in-person $ 1,391 $ 1,391 $ 1,391 $ 4,174 Website www.countyrec.com $ 800 $ 800 $ 800 $ 2,400 Total $ 14,612 $ 16,197 $ 19,191 $ 50,000 This proposal meets the highest priority grant criteria: Destination development: improves and maintains County-owned tourism facilities Projected economic impact in 2026 = $302,129 Cumulative economic impact $2,617,905 (2016-2025) within unincorporated Jefferson County 8,543 tourist nights in 2024 & projected 7,339 tourist nights in 2025 86% of tourists are from outside of Jefferson County 90,720 tourist/overnights in lodging establishments (2016-2025), all within unincorporated Jefferson County Strong partnerships: WDFW & WA State Parks Sunrise at Upper Oak Bay Campground Summer in Quilcene Campground RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 17 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds SECTION 2 - PROPOSAL QUESTIONS Question 1, Description of the facility. Launched in 2016, this program has a 10-year record of success. The proposal is to continue LTAC funding for: 1) operating, maintaining, and 2) developing and improving tourism facilities owned by Jefferson County including: Upper and Lower Oak Bay Campgrounds, Lake Leland Campground, and Quilcene Campground. The facilities will be open for the season from April 1, 2026 to October 31, 2026. Without LTAC funds, campgrounds will not be open in 2026. Clean and open campgrounds will draw tourists to travel and stay in Jefferson County. Supervision includes daily rule education and compliance by professional staff. The Parks and Recreation Manager provides a friendly welcoming presence in every campground two days per week by meeting, greeting, and consulting with campground users. Maintenance visits occur daily. Professional parks staff clean restrooms, fire rings, and campsites. Maintenance includes mowing, landscaping, and tree service. The campgrounds are in top condition and look beautiful and inviting. Lake Leland Campground Out-of-county campers are looking for remote areas with fewer people. Lake Leland Campground is adjacent to the Lake Leland access area, which features a fishing dock, boat ramp, bank fishing areas, parking, and a public restroom. Quilcene Campground Tourists from the Seattle/Tacoma region want easy access to Hood Canal, and the Olympic Mountains. Quilcene campground is adjacent to the Quilcene Ranger Station and a great base camp for adventures in the area. Quilcene Campground is minutes from the Linger Longer Marina on the Hood Canal. Active tourists love hiking the many trails accessed via Penny Creek Road. Upper and Lower Oak Bay Campgrounds Overnighters from Island, Kitsap, Clallam, Pierce, and King counties love these campgrounds. They feature beautiful views of Oak Bay, Indian Island, Marrowstone Island, and as far as Mount Rainier on a clear day. Saltwater access for paddle sports, fishing, clamming, and boating of all types is a main attraction. Oak Bay campgrounds are located in the heart of Jefferson County, just 2.3 miles (five minutes) from the commercial core of Port Hadlock, and 7.7 miles from Port Ludlow (twelve minutes). Twelve new electrical services and a new camp host site were installed at Upper Oak Bay sites in 2024 New Fishing Dock at Lake Leland RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 18 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Question 2, History and Improvements. With LTAC support, previously closed Jefferson County Campgrounds were re-opened in 2016. LTAC funds are essential. They have been used to improve, maintain, and operate Jefferson County Campgrounds for 10 years. LTAC funds have enabled Jefferson County Parks and Recreation to provide consistent high quality camping experiences every year. Improvements large and small have enhanced the campgrounds. Major improvements were completed in the campgrounds in 2024 including: (a) new picnic tables installed at Upper Oak Bay and Lake Leland; (b) 14 new electrical pedestals installed at Upper Oak Bay (entire campground is now electrified); (c) New camp-host site at Upper Oak Bay with better location near the entrance looking over the entire campground and with power & water; (d) the Upper Oak Bay Campground road and the campsites were re-graded and graveled. ParkMobile was added to all four campgrounds as mobile payment option. The option to pay with your phone has been greatly appreciated. Over 50% of campers are using ParkMobile. Cash payments are also still accepted. Upper Oak Bay Quilcene Campground Busy Day in Quilcene New Mobile Payment System In Use From 2024 to 2025 New Electric Services – 14 Upper Oak Bay Sites Launched April, 20241, 2024 New Picnic Tables, Lake Leland and Oak Bay Installed spring of 2024 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 19 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Question 3, Support of the Highest Priorities and Criteria. This facility supports the #1 highest priority (destination development). Specifically: “public campground improvements”. The grant meets all of the additional considerations: (1) 86.1% of, or 4,904 tourists (data was derived from campground payments), were from outside of Jefferson County in 2024, (2) 5,696 tourists spent the night in unincorporated Jefferson County, (3) Economic benefits of $307,277 were generated in 2024, (4) This project has 10 years of proved success, (5) Partners include WDFW, Washington State Parks among others, (6) This project provides, maintains, operates, and enhances County-owned tourism facilities and infrastructure. Camping at Lower Oak Bay County Campground, Summer, 2025, 2024 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 20 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Question 4, Marketing and Promotion. Marketing and promotions are 100% digital. The target audiences are: (1) the greater metropolitan area of the entire Puget Sound Region, as well as Clallam County communities such as Port Angeles and Sequim; (2) the entire United States and (3) British Columbia, Canada. The Puget Sound region is home to over 4 million people seeking high quality tent and RV camping in a rural area. Planning a trip and finding accurate information is a major barrier to tourism, especially new tourists. Tourists from around the USA and British Columbia visit Jefferson County Campgrounds. The timeline for advertising and promotion is year-round, and the campgrounds are open from April 1 to October 31. Promotion methods and partnerships ensure a broad reach including: 1) Comprehensive camping and tourism information is published on countyrec.com. This website had 7,595 website sessions from 6,168 unique tourists between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024. Of these 89% were from outside of Jefferson County. The largest group of website users were from Seattle. Countyrec.com is the top of Google searches “camping in Jefferson County, camping in Quilcene, camping in Port Hadlock,” and other search terms. 2) Jefferson County Digital Interactive Map. This beautiful interactive guide shows tourists complete information about County, State, and National Parks in an interactive format. To view it click here. 3) Live support on the phone and in person. Knowledgeable and friendly professionals provide information and advice on the phone and in person at the Jefferson County Public Works office. Trained professional staff provide up to date information and advice from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday except holidays. This service is rare and invaluable. Finding good information is the major challenge facing tourists. A central message is a “spontaneous trip”, no reservations required. 4) Collaboration with Washington State Parks, and the US Forest Service. State parks regularly refers tourists to the Jefferson County Campgrounds. The US Forest Service Quilcene Ranger station also refers people to our campgrounds, especially since Falls View Campground remains closed. 5) Collaboration with Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. WDFW completed a new dock, parking lot improvements, and a new toilet at Lake Leland Campground in 2021. The project is a major improvement to fishing, a huge draw at Lake Leland. The WDFW Lake Leland webpage provides up to date fishing information as well as a Lake Leland Trout Derby! It and can be seen by clicking here. 6) Free publicity in the Port Townsend Leader Getaway Guide 2025. Contains information about our parks and campgrounds including a map and photos. This program is entirely free of charge. Rainbows over Lower Oak Bay Campground RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 21 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Question 5, Measurement of Effectiveness. The economic impact and effectiveness of this tourism facility in unincorporated Jefferson County is measured by tracking both the number of tourists, the number of nights they stay, and where they came from for each campground. More information about how economic impact is documented is provided in Question 6. Park Mobile was added in the summer of 2024 and continued for the entire camping season in 2025. Park Mobile provides demographic data that can be downloaded and analyzed in Excel. Data includes where they are from and how long they stayed. In 2025 to date, 86% of tourists in our campgrounds were from out of Jefferson County. 51% of tourists came from other Washington counties, mainly King, Pierce, Thurston, Kitsap, Whatcom, Snohomish, Mason, and Clallam Counties 35% of tourists came from out of state and Canada. States included PA, AZ, NV, CO, UT, WI, FL, NC, OR, AK, CA, MT, IN, MN, IL, AL, MA, OK, HI, NM, & SC. Tourists from British Columbia and Alberta continue to patronize our campgrounds. Nationwide, camping reached an all-time high during the pandemic. Camping slowed down after the pandemic but started to rebound in 2024. Camping is projected to grow in 2026. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 22 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Question 6, Economic Impact. Quantitative analysis based on the research of John L. Crompton, “Measuring the Economic Impact of Park and Recreation Services, 2010” indicates that the economic impact of Jefferson County Campgrounds in 2025 will be $283,047. Money brought from outside the county has a ripple effect throughout Jefferson County. Each LTAC dollar invested generated an economic value of $5.66. The economic impact in 2026 is projected to be $302,129. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Campground Occupancy in Individuals Restaurants ($14.50) Supplies ($20.75) Fuel ($9.25)Total Lake Leland 1,753 25,425$ 36,384$ 16,220$ 78,029$ Quilcene 434 6,292$ 9,004$ 4,014$ 19,309$ Upper Oak Bay 2,292 33,234$ 47,559$ 21,201$ 101,994$ Lower Oak Bay 413 5,994$ 8,578$ 3,824$ 18,396$ Total 4,893 70,945$ 101,525$ 45,258$ 217,729$ Multiplier 1.3 Total Economic Impact 283,047.71$ Direct expenditure per visitor 44.50$ Total economic impact per visitor 57.85$ Economic Value of Every LTAC Dollar 5.66$ Estimated 2025 Annual Economic Impact Analysis Combined Campgrounds Estimated Expenditure per Individual per Trip Campground Occupancy in Individuals Restaurants ($15.50) Supplies ($21.75) Fuel ($10.25)Total Lake Leland 2,000 31,000$ 43,500$ 20,500$ 95,000$ Quilcene 560 8,680$ 12,180$ 5,740$ 26,600$ Upper Oak Bay 2,500 38,750$ 54,375$ 25,625$ 118,750$ Lower Oak Bay 500 7,750$ 10,875$ 5,125$ 23,750$ Total 5,560 86,180$ 120,930$ 56,990$ 264,100$ Multiplier 1.3 Total Economic Impact 343,330.00$ Direct expenditure per visitor 47.50$ Total economic impact per visitor 61.75$ Economic Value of Every LTAC Dollar 6.87$ Estimated 2026 Annual Economic Impact Analysis Combined Campgrounds Estimated Expenditure per Individual per Trip RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 23 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part One – Campgrounds Question 7, Organizational Expertise Jefferson County Parks and Recreation is a Division of Jefferson County Public Works. Parks and Recreation has 53-year history of success and currently operates 22 parks spanning 1,100 acres. Jefferson County Parks and Recreation is expert at operating high quality, well-maintained public parks. Our campground services are unique in that no reservation and no special pass are required. The state parks in Jefferson County are generally completely booked months in advance of the camping season (March – October). Groups and individuals who do not have a reservation can still make a spontaneous trip to Jefferson County by visiting a Jefferson County Campground. Lake Leland is the only campground in Jefferson County adjacent to a large freshwater lake with outstanding sport fishing opportunities. Lower Oak Bay is located in a unique setting between a saltwater lagoon and the beaches of Oak Bay, but within easy access to the Port Hadlock commercial center, Indian Island County Park, and the beautiful state parks on Marrowstone Island. Upper Oak Bay Campground is perched above it all with outstanding views of Oak Bay to the South. Quilcene campground has access to music festivals and events, the shopping and restaurants of Quilcene, as well as the natural wonders of hiking in the Buckhorn Wilderness or boating and swimming in Quilcene Bay. Lake Leland Fishing Dock Terry Taylor, Oak Bay Camp-Host 2024 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 24 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Lodging Tax Application Part 2 Funding to Support Maintenance and Operations of Tourism-Related Day-Use Parks for Calendar Year 2026 August 26, 2025 Prepared By Matt Tyler Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Manager RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 25 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations First Time Request – Not Previously Funded Funding to Support Maintenance and Operations of Tourism-Related County Owned Day Use Parks, Event Centers and Regional Attractions for Calendar Year 2026 Total Grant Request $100,000 SECTION ONE Services Provided Expense Athletic field maintenance, landscape plant care, tree work, and noxious weed removal for 17 day use public parks on 1100 acres.30,000$ Routine maintenance, supplies, and rental fees for 9 portable and 14 non-portable public toilets and restrooms located in day use parks, and open 7 days a week, 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset.25,000$ Trash fees, clean up and waste management including labor and dumpster fees in 17 day use public parks.25,000$ Trail maintenance and upkeep of 19 miles of both single track and multiple purpose trails for hiking, horses, and mountain biking.20,000$ Total 100,000$ Itemized List of 2026 Proposed Services Expense Budget Maintenance and Operations of County Owned Parks, Event Centers, and Regional Attractions RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 26 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 27 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations SECTION TWO PROPOSAL QUESTIONS QUESTION 1, PROJECT SUMMARY – “THE NEED AND THE OPPORTUNITY” Due to potential shortfalls in general fund revenue, LTAC funds are needed to support the ongoing maintenance and operations of 17 day-use parks, event centers, and regional attractions owned and operated by Jefferson County Parks and Recreation; all of which are heavily used by tourists from outside Jefferson County. This LTAC investment is crucial for ensuring the continued high quality, safety, and availability of these key recreational assets. The following park inventory highlights the importance of Jefferson County Parks to tourism. Jefferson County Parks are open, clean , tranquil, and ready for tourists to discove r – no pass required . Park Name and AddressAcresTrail MilesSalt Water AccessLake or River AccessRegional Day Use ParkSports FacilityRegional Nature ParkStadium1 Broad Spit Park 44 1 1 Cape George Trailhead Park 43 4 1 1 Chimacum Park 0 1 1 Courthouse Park 2 1 1 East Beach Park 1 1 1 1 Gibbs Lake Park 670 12 1 1 1 1 H.J. Carroll Park 50 1 1 1 1 1 Hicks Park 1 1 1 Indian Island Park 220 2 3 1 1 Irondale Beach Park 13 1 1 1 Irondale Community Park 3 1 1 Lake Leland Day Use Park 1 1 1 1 1 Memorial Athletic Field 1 1 1 North Beach Park 1 1 1 1 Port Townsend Community Center 1 1 1 Quilcene Community Park (not campground) 8 1 Quilcene Riverside Park 1 1 1 17 1058 19 10 4 10 3 2 1 Inventory of Day Use Parks Maintained by Jefferson County Parks and Recreation RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 28 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations Highlights include: 19 miles of trails, 10 salt water access parks including regional attractions like North Beach and Indian Island parks, a historic stadium that hosts both sports and cultural events with a regional draw, HJ Carroll Park – home to sports tournaments, two large picnic shelters, the JUMP! Playground, and more. QUESTION 2, “BACKGROUND: JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS AS KEY LONG-TERM CONTINUING TOURISM ASSETS” Jefferson County Parks and Recreation manages a diverse portfolio of day use parks, event centers, and regional attractions that serve as fundamental attractions for both residents and tourists from outside Jefferson County. This is a new LTAC proposal that will strengthen the ability of Jefferson County Parks and Recreation to continue to provide our day use parks by reducing our dependence on the General Fund. In 2026 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation will use reserves held in budgetary ‘fund-balance’. Those reserves will be depleted by the end of 2026. While there is no immediate threat to our day use parks and facilities, consistent LTAC funding source could make the difference between dirty and deteriorated parks and clean, well maintained parks. Several of our parks including Memorial Field and HJ Carroll Park regularly host a variety of activities and events that draw visitors to Jefferson County. Memorial Field (Port Townsend): A centrally located stadium, hosts high school football games (e.g., Rivals HS Football Game), youth soccer practices and games (Youth Rec Soccer), and community gatherings such as car shows and "Open Rec" public use times. These events attract visiting teams and their families, as well as spectators from outside Jefferson County. HJ Carroll Park (Chimacum): A versatile park featuring athletic fields (including baseball and soccer fields), two reservable shelters (Rotary Pavilion, Wild Olympic Salmon Shelter), the JUMP! Playground, the Kul Kah Han Native Plant Garden, exercise trails, and a playground. It hosts numerous events such as family reunions, arts and cultural programs, sports tournaments, and corporate events that draw attendees from across the region and beyond. Its disc golf course, JUMP! Playground, and other amenities attract recreational tourists. North Beach Park (Port Townsend): A popular waterfront park known for its beach access, scenic views, and recreational opportunities. It attracts visitors for leisurely strolls, beachcombing, picnicking, and access to the marine environment. Its natural beauty is a significant draw for tourists seeking outdoor experiences. Indian Island Park (Port Hadlock): Offers picnic areas, beach access, and a reservable Lyons Club Shelter. It attracts visitors for coastal recreation, nature observation, and family outings, contributing to the County's appeal for outdoor enthusiasts. These activities, particularly sports events and public gatherings, bring visitors who contribute to the local economy through overnight lodging, dining, and retail purchases. Sustaining the operational excellence and cleanliness of these RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 29 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations parks through consistent maintenance directly supports tourism activities and reinforces Jefferson County's appeal as a premier destination for recreation and events. QUESTION 3, “HOW DOES YOUR PROPOSAL SUPPORT THE HIGHEST PRIORITIES OR ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS?” This proposal supports the number one highest priority of “destination development”. It does so in a broad way that will appeal to thousands of tourists across the entire East County Region. The proposal also provides foundation services supporting the additional considerations listed in the RFP. 1. Provides destinations that support events, activities, and places that are proven to draw tourists from outside Jefferson County. 2. Results in overnight stays in unincorporated Jefferson County. 3. Documented economic benefits. 4. Long history of success. 5. Zero duplication of services – Jefferson County Parks are unique. 6. Provides, maintains, operates, and enhances County – owned tourism facilities and infrastructure. QUESTION 4, “HOW WILL YOU PROMOTE YOUR FACILITIES” Jefferson County Parks and Recreation will not spend LTAC funds on “Tourism Marketing” because our parks market themselves. The perfect example is North Beach County Park. This park, also known as “Glass Beach” is the #1 search result for “Glass Beach” on Google. Most of our parks are bucket list destinations similar to North Beach. Tourists come to our parks to discover them for the first time, and they return over and over for generations to relive their memories and share our parks with others. Our parks have high ratings and reviews. For example HJ Carroll Park has 471 reviews with an average ranking of 4.7. Rather than marketing, Jefferson County Parks and Recreation provides easy to access and accurate information about our parks through our website: www.countyrec.com. Google Review of HJ Carroll Park RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 30 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations In addition – Parks and Recreation staff answer our park information number and email from 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. five days a week. This is an invaluable service. It is rare and unique to have access to personalized, up to date information about tourist destination parks whenever you need it. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 31 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations QUESTION 5, “HOW WILL YOU MEASURE THE EFFECTIVENESS OF YOUR FACILITY?” Success will be defined by three parameters: 1. Customer satisfaction surveys. 2. Measurements of park use. 3. Formal evaluation of park conditions. Below are the results of a customer satisfaction survey conducted on Qualtrics from August 1, 2024 to the present. The survey results show that 59% of park users were extremely satisfied, and 95% of 146 survey respondents gave Gibbs Lake Park a favorable rating. Similar surveys will be launched in 2026 for other key parks. The surveys provide other important information as well. Day Use Park use is measured using 3 parameters: (1) inflation adjusted expenditures for trash service and toilet services, (2) the number of events reserved at HJ Carroll Park, (3) counting the number of cars enter the parks. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 32 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations A customer The Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board conducts park evaluation tours every year. These evaluations are compiled and used by staff and policy makers to both measure park quality and guide continual improvement to both capital projects and day to day maintenance and operations. Advisory Board Members Evaluating Cape George Trailhead Park on April 23, 2025 Road MP Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Weekday Weekend Gibbs Lake 0.91 67 59 168 351 151%495%2.51 5.95 13.70%44.99% Gibbs Lake 1.32 39 35 76 131 165 211 323%274%1.95 3.74 20.19%24.94% HJ Carroll Park Road 0.02 464 337 538 537 707 866 52%59%1.16 1.59 3.27%5.40% Moore St (IBP)Entrance 138 163 405 678 463 535 193%316%2.93 4.16 12.09%28.72% Portage Way 0.21 99 223 171 316 73%42%1.73 1.42 6.61%3.79% East Beach Park 0.02 97 133 162 x 67%x 1.67 x 6.09%x Indian Island Park Road 0.01 70 121 170 349 143% 188%2.43 2.88 12.99% 17.13% Average Park Use Increase 143% 229%2.05 3.29 10.71% 20.83% Counts were taken August 10 to August 16, 2009; August 10 to August 17, 2020; and July 28 to August 7, 2025. Counts are average daily two way traffic (ADT). Park Use Based on Road Counters Summary 2009 to 2025 (Average Daily Two Way Traffic) 2009 2020 2025 % Increase Factor Change Average Annual Increase Park use increased by 3 to 4 times between 2009 and 2025. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 33 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations Summary of Advisory Board Evaluation Results for Memorial Field in 2025 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 34 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations QUESTION 6, “WHAT ECONOMIC IMPACT CAN BE EXPECTED IN JEFFERSON COUNTY FROM YOUR PROPOSED FACILITY”. The Estimated Annual Economic Impact of Jefferson County's Day-Use Parks Ranges from $2.3 Million to $4.6 Million per Year While an exact, officially commissioned economic impact study for the 17 day-use parks managed by Jefferson County Parks and Recreation is not feasible, a data-informed estimate based on county-level tourism data suggests an immense annual economic contribution to the local economy. The estimated annual economic impact of Jefferson County owned day use parks ranges from approximately $2.3 million to $4.6 million. This impact stems from visitor spending on recreation, retail, food and beverages, and transportation within the county. This estimate is based on the 2023 "Value of Tourism to Jefferson County" report, which shows that 644,000 visitors contributed a total of $159.9 million to the local economy. The heart of the analysis is making a reasonable estimate of how many of these county visitors utilize the county day-use parks and how much they spend while they are here. Once that is done, the economic impact is calculated by multiplying the estimated number of park visitors by their average daily spending on goods and services within Jefferson County. 1. Estimating Park Visitation: Though we know park use is increasing, we don’t have specific visitor counters at each of the 17 county-managed day- use parks so a direct count is impossible. But a conservative estimate has been made based on the overall county tourism figures. For our purposes it is assumed that between 10% and 20% of the 644,000 annual visitors to Jefferson County visit at least one of the county's day-use parks. We feel this is a low estimate and it results in an estimated range of 64,400 to 128,800 annual Jefferson County day-use park visitors. 2. Visitor Spending: The 2023 tourism report provides a breakdown of visitor spending across categories. For this estimate, the spending categories most relevant to day-use park visitors have been considered: recreation, retail, food, and transportation. The average spending per visitor in these categories is: • Recreation: $14.9 million / 644,000 visitors = $23.14 per visitor • Retail: $23.4 million / 644,000 visitors = $36.34 per visitor • Food and Beverage: $32.3 million / 644,000 visitors = $50.15 per visitor • Transportation: $14.9 million / 644,000 visitors = $23.14 per visitor To make a conservative spending profile for an average day-use park visitor, who may spend less than an overnight tourist, a selection of these costs is used. It is assumed that a typical day-use park visitor's spending includes recreation and some retail and food expenses. 3. Calculating the Economic Impact: The estimated economic impact is calculated using the following formula: Estimated Park Visitors x Average Daily Spending = Total Economic Impact RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 35 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations • Lower Estimate: 64,400 visitors x ($23.14 [Recreation] + $12.50 [Food/Retail]) = $2,295,496 • Upper Estimate: 128,800 visitors x ($23.14 [Recreation] + $12.50 [Food/Retail]) = $4,590,992 This assumes modest spending of $12.50 per visitor on items such as snacks, drinks, and small retail purchases in the communities surrounding the parks. Broader Economic Contributions of Outdoor Recreation in the Region The significance of parks and recreation to the Washington State economy is well-documented. The "Economic Analysis of Outdoor Recreation in Washington State" report highlights that for every $1 million spent on outdoor recreation, 10 jobs are supported. Applying this estimate suggests that Jefferson County's day-use parks could support between 23 and 46 local jobs. The presence of well-maintained parks enhances the quality of life for residents, attracts new residents and businesses, and contributes to increased property values, all of which have a positive, but less direct, economic benefit. QUESTION 7, “DESCRIBE YOUR ORGANIZATIONS AREA OF EXPERTISE. DO YOU PROVIDE A UNIQUE SERVICE?” Jefferson County Parks and Recreation is a Division of Jefferson County Public Works. Parks and Recreation has 53 - year history of success and currently operates 22 parks spanning 1,100 acres. Jefferson County Parks and Recreation is expert at operating high quality, well-maintained public parks. Jefferson County's Parks and Recreation specializes in providing a wide array of day-use park facilities to tourists, adventurers and the entire community. A defining characteristic of our parks operations is the absence of entrance fees or passes. This eliminates barriers to enjoying the beauty that Jefferson County has to offer. RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 36 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations SECTION 3 – ATTACHMENTS PLEASE NOTE THESE ATTACHMENTS APPLY TO BOTH PART 1 AND PART 2 OF THIS APPLICATION Proposed 2026 Income and Expense Budget for Part 1 Jefferson County Campgrounds Proposed 2026 Income and Expense Budget for Part 2 Services Provided Lake Leland Campground Quilcene Campground Upper & Lower Oak Bay Campgrounds Total Facility improvements and maintenance: 1.2 hours/day, 5 days/week, 8 mo/year 7,456$ 7,456$ 7,456$ 22,368$ Utilities 4,965$ 6,550$ 9,544$ 21,058$ Live customer service 8am to 5pm, phone or in-person 1,391$ 1,391$ 1,391$ 4,174$ Website www.countyrec.com 800$ 800$ 800$ 2,400$ Total 14,612$ 16,197$ 19,191$ 50,000$ Revenue Leland Quilcene Oak Bay Total LTAC Funds 14,612$ 16,197$ 19,191$ 50,000$ 2026 Proposed Revenue Budget Itemized List of 2026 Proposed Services Expense Budget RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 37 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations Jefferson County Day Use Parks, Event Centers, and Regional attractions Services Provided Expense Athletic field maintenance, landscape plant care, tree work, and noxious weed removal for 17 day use public parks on 1100 acres.30,000$ Routine maintenance, supplies, and rental fees for 9 portable and 14 non-portable public toilets and restrooms located in day use parks, and open 7 days a week, 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset.25,000$ Trash fees, clean up and waste management including labor and dumpster fees in 17 day use public parks.25,000$ Trail maintenance and upkeep of 19 miles of both single track and multiple purpose trails for hiking, horses, and mountain biking.20,000$ Total 100,000$ Revenue Leland LTAC Funds 100,000$ Itemized List of 2026 Proposed Services Expense Budget 2026 Proposed Revenue Budget Maintenance and Operations of County Owned Parks, Event Centers, and Regional Attractions RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 38 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations 2025 Budget and Actual Income and Expenses January 1, to Date* 520 Statement of 2025 Actual Revenue and Expenses for Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Grant RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 39 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations Maintenance, Operations, & Promotion of County Campgrounds Section 3 Attachments List of Board of Directors County Commissioner District 1 Heather Dudley-Nollette County Commissioner District 2 Heidi Eisenhour County Commissioner District 3 Greg Brotherton Mailing Address Board of County Commissioners P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Mountain Biking the Lower Big Quilcene Trail RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 40 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations FUNDED 2016-2025 Total Grant Request $50,000 Section 3 Attachments Advisory Board Members Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Membership List As of September 8, 2025 NAME REPRESENTING Diana Grunow District #1 Vern Bessey District #1 Vacant District #1 Taylor McCormack District #2 Bob Hoyle District #2 Marianne Walters District #2 Karin Nyrop District #3 Susie Marshall District #3 Jon Cooke District #3 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 41 of 50 Jefferson County Parks and Recreation LTAC Proposal 2026 Part Two – Day Use Parks Maintenance and Operations FUNDED 2016-2025 Total Grant Request $50,000 Section 3 Promotional Materials Included 1. Campground Maps • Lake Leland • Quilcene • Upper Oak Bay • Lower Oak Bay 2. Jefferson County Parks Map and Guide Brochure 3. Gibbs Lake County Park Map and Trail Guide Busy Day at Lower Oak Bay Campground RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 42 of 50 i LEGEND Campsite Info & Payment Kiosk Toilet Tr ash Disposal Boat Ramp i N 2 3 6 8 9 11 10 13 12 14 18 17 16 15 19 20 21 22 1 7 54 LAKE LELAND MAX SPEED ON WATER 5 MPH Fishing Trail Fishing Pier Pull-Thru DrivesOn Campsites 7 & 10 Parking L E L A N D V A L L E Y R O A D W E S T JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION Lake Leland Campground Open April 1 - October 31 © 2018 Jefferson County Parks & Recreation 101 101 10 4 19 20 3 Lake LelandCampground Quilcene Discovery Bay Port Ludlow Port Gamble Port Hadlock Port Townsend Marrowstone Island OLYMPIC NATIONAL FOREST22 Campsites • Access to Lake Leland 165 Leland Valley Road West, Quilcene WA • Beautiful Lake Leland Campground is located 300 yards west of US 101 on Leland Valley Road, about six miles north of Quilcene and five miles south of Discovery Bay. Campsites include picnic table and fire ring. Fee $18 per night. One camper or RV per site; maximum two vehicles. Third vehicle permitted for an additional $10/night. A vehicle is defined as a car, truck, RV, or trailer such as a camper, utility, or boat trailer. All vehicles and equipment must fit in your site. Checkout time 3pm. Quiet hours 10pm to 7am. Do not leave campfires unattended. No fireworks. Dispose of cigarettes butts properly. Dogs on leash at all times. Public consumption of alcohol and marijuana is illegal in Washington. Please see complete campground rules for more information. No water at this campground—bring plenty of water! Amenities • Fishing pier • Boat ramp • Toilets • Trash containers Local Attractions • Fishing • Paddle sports • Swimming • Quilcene shops and restaurants • Hood Canal and Quilcene Bay • Linger Longer Marina • Olympic Mountains hiking and biking • Mount Walker hiking and view points www.countyrec.com RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 43 of 50 i LEGEND Campsite Info & Payment Kiosk Toilet Tr ash Disposal Picnic Area Fresh Water i N2 3 6 8 9 1 7 5 4 Pull-Thru DriveOn Campsite 4 LEGEND OLYMPIC HIGHWAY US 101 Community Center HorseshoesParkingParking Shelter Playground BasketballTennis© 2018 Jefferson County Parks & Recreation 101 10 1 10 4 19 20 3 QuilceneCampground Quilcene Discovery Bay Port Ludlow Port Gamble Port Hadlock Port Townsend Marrowstone Island OLYMPIC NATIONAL FOREST9 Campsites • Access to Quilcene Bay and Olympic Mountains 294964 US 101, Quilcene WA • This lovely wooded campground is located on historic US 101 in the heart of Quilcene, adjacent to the Community Center. Campsites include picnic table and fire ring. Fee $15 per night. One camper or RV per site; maximum two vehicles. Third vehicle permitted for an additional $10/night. A vehicle is defined as a car, truck, RV, or trailer such as a camper, utility, or boat trailer. All vehicles and equipment must fit in your site. Checkout time 3pm. Quiet hours 10pm to 7am. Do not leave campfires unattended. No fireworks. Dispose of cigarettes butts properly. Dogs on leash at all times. Public consumption of alcohol and marijuana is illegal in Washington. Please see complete campground rules for more information. Amenities • Picnic areas • Playground • Basketball court • Tennis court • Toilet • Trash container • Fresh water Local Attractions • Quilcene shops and restaurants • Linger Longer Marina, Quilcene Bay • Olympic Mountains hiking and biking • Mount Walker hiking and view points • Quilcene River fishing • Quilcene Museum www.countyrec.com JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION Quilcene Campground Open April 1 - October 31 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 44 of 50 i LEGEND Campsite Info & Payment Kiosk Toilet Tr ash Disposal Picnic Area Fresh Water i N 2 3 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 15 16 17 18 19 20 2124 235 4 LEGENDCLEVELAND STREETPlayground UPPER OAK BAY PARK ROAD N O AK BAY Pull-Thru Drive On Campsite 5 Day-Use Parking Camp Host Site All sites have electrical service with 50amp, 30amp, and 20amp receptacles. * JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION Upper Oak Bay Campground Open April 1 - October 31 © 2024 Jefferson County Parks & Recreation 10 1 10 1 10 4 11 6 19 19 20 20 Oak BayCampgrounds Discovery Bay Port Ludlow Port Hadlock Chimacum Port Townsend Marrowstone Island Indian Island OAK BA Y ROADCENTER ROAD20 Electric Campsites • Access to Oak Bay 290 Cleveland Street, Port Hadlock WA • Upper Oak Bay Campground is located two miles southeast of Port Hadlock. Take Oak Bay Road east, turn left on Cleveland Street, go half a mile then right into the campground on Upper Oak Bay Park Road. Scenic wooded campsites with beach access and views. Campsites include picnic table and fire ring. Fees: $35 per campsite. All electric. Max one vehicle, one trailer and one tent, or one vehicle and two tents, per campsite. Max vehicle length 30 feet. Ten (10) night limit. Quiet time 10pm to 7am. Checkout time 3pm. Do not leave campfires unattended. Dogs must be leashed. No public consumption of alcohol or marijuana. No reservations. No site holding. Amenities • Playground • Picnic areas • Beach views• Drinking water •Toilet • Trash container Local Attractions • Fishing • Bird watching • Port Hadlock, Port Ludlow, Chimacum and Port Townsend historic sites, shops, and restaurants www.countyrec.com___RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 45 of 50 i LEGEND Campsite Info & Payment Kiosk Toilet Tr ash Disposal Fresh Water i N 2 3 6 8 1 7 54 CLEVELAND STREETOA K B A Y RO AD PORTAGE WAY O AK BAYTO UPPER OAK BAY CAMPGROUND JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION Lower Oak Bay Campground Open April 1 - October 31 © 2018 Jefferson County Parks & Recreation 10 1 10 1 10 4 11 6 19 19 20 20 Oak BayCampgrounds Discovery Bay Port Ludlow Port Hadlock Chimacum Port Townsend Marrowstone Island Indian Island OAK BA Y ROADCENTER ROAD9 Campsites • Access to Oak Bay 301 Portage Way, Port Ludlow WA • Lower Oak Bay Campground is located just two miles southeast of Port Hadlock. Take Oak Bay Road east, turn left on Portage Way and follow it to the park and campground. Scenic campsites with beach access and boat ramp. Campsites include picnic table and fire ring. Fee $20 per night. One camper or RV per site; maximum two vehicles. Third vehicle permitted for an additional $10/night. A vehicle is defined as a car, truck, RV, or trailer such as a camper, utility, or boat trailer. All vehicles and equipment must fit in your site. Checkout time 3pm. Quiet hours 10pm to 7am. Do not leave campfires unattended. No fireworks. Dispose of cigarettes butts properly. Dogs on leash at all times. Public consumption of alcohol and marijuana is illegal in Washington. Please see complete campground rules for more information. Amenities • Beach access • Fresh water • Toilet • Trash container Local Attractions • Fishing • Bird watching • Port Hadlock, Port Ludlow, Chimacum and Port Townsend historic sites, shops and restaurants www.countyrec.com RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 46 of 50 WELCOME TO JEFFERSON COUNTY ’S PARKS & CAMPGROUNDS Park Name and Address Acres Fresh or Saltwater Picnic Areas Park Attractions and Key Information Beausite Lake Park 510 Beausite Lake Rd., Chimacum 50 F - Newly remodeled Conference Center in woodland setting, is available for meetings, weddings, reunions etc. ADA accessible. By Reservation Only. Call Camp Beausite N.W. at 360-732-7222 campbeausitenw.org Bob Bates Field: 84 Elkins Rd., Port Hadlock 12 - - Owned by Jefferson County, but used exclusively by East Jefferson Little League, www.ejlittleleague.com Broad Spit Park: Dabob Bay. Boat access only 43.8 S - A pristine wilderness park on Tarboo Bay. Accessible only by boat! Take only pictures, leave only footprints. Cape George Trailhead Park 733 Cape George Rd., Port Townsend 43 - 1 Easy access parking for the Larry Scott Trail, with horse trails, single track bike trails, views, and toilet. Courthouse Park 1820 Jefferson St., Port Townsend 2 - 3 Maple trees surround an open, grassy park in front of the historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Pickleball court and a basketball court. East Beach Park 330 East Beach Rd., Nordland 1 S 2 Beautiful beach walking, historic picnic shelter with a fireplace to warm you. Views of Admiralty Inlet, Mt. Rainier, and Mt. Baker. Very limited parking. Gibbs Lake Park 110 Gibbs Lake Rd., Chimacum 600 F 1 Catch & release trout fishing. 16 miles of well maintained single track mountain biking, horse & hiking trails. Forested park with 40-acre lake, cliffs, small boat launch, birdwatching, swimming beach, toilet. Caretaker. H.J. Carroll Park 9884 SR 19, Chimacum 50 F 6 HJ Carroll is our newest and most developed park. Our beautiful shelters are perfect for events such as a birthday party, reunion, or wedding! The park features the new, all inclusive JUMP! playground, athletic fields, BMX bike track, fitness walking path, Chimacum Creek access, disc golf course, native plant gardens, basketball courts, labyrinth, picnic areas, trailhead for Rick Tollefson Trail, and restrooms. The park is supervised 24 hours a day by our on-site Caretakers. Reservations are recommended for the shelters and athletic fields. Hicks Park 1090 Shine Rd., Port Ludlow 1 S 1 Boat ramp right on Hood Canal, with picnic area, calm water, swimming, parking, and toilet. Indian Island Park 3456 Fort Flagler Rd., Port Hadlock 220 S 8 Lower Area: two miles of beach walking, swimming, fishing, clamming at the head of Oak Bay. Upper Area: smooth, wide trails with views of Oak Bay, bird watching, picnic shelter, toilet. Irondale Beach Park 562 Moore St., Port Hadlock 12.5 S 1 Historic site of old Irondale mill, sandy beach at the mouth of Chimacum Creek, with views of Port Townsend Bay. A great place for hand launching small boats. Toilet. Irondale Community Park 61 Alma St., Port Hadlock 3 - 2 A neighborhood family park with a playground, picnic areas, baseball, soccer, football, basketball courts, drinking water and restrooms. Lake Leland Park & Campground 165 Leland Valley Rd. W., Quilcene 9 F 2 Beautiful Lake Leland with a boat ramp, fishing, dock, kayaking, picnic areas, restrooms. Any size boat motor o.k., but 5 m.p.h. limit. Campground is open April 1 to October 31. 22 campsites, $25 per night. No potable water. Site size varies, max vehicle length: 30 ft. No alcohol. Self payment system - digital, cash, or check. Lower Oak Bay Campground 301 Portage Way, Port Ludlow 30 S 6 Camp on a sand spit within steps of a lagoon with bird watching, fishing, kayaking, picnic areas, views of Oak Bay, restrooms. Campground is open April 1 to October 31. 8 campsites, $25 per night. Site size varies, max vehicle length: 30 ft. No alcohol. Self payment system- digital, cash, or check. Memorial Field 550 Washington St., Port Townsend 5 - - Athletic Field with lighted stadium, hosts sports events including football, soccer, and special community events. This historic site in downtown Port Townsend is a piece of living history. Restrooms. No animals allowed on the field. North Beach Park 5880 Kuhn St., Port Townsend 1 S 4 A popular neighborhood beach park famous for its sea glass, views of the San Juan Islands, and beautiful sunsets, sandy beach access to Fort Worden State Park, picnic shelter, restroom. Port Townsend Community Center 620 Tyler St., Port Townsend 1 - 3 Our Recreation Center houses afterschool programs, gym rentals, birthday party bouncy house rentals, and the office of our incredible Recreation Program staff. Located in the lower level of the Port Townsend Community Center. Upper level is the Port Townsend Senior Center. Call the Recreation Center at 360 -385-2221. Quilcene Park & Campground 294964 Hwy. 101, Quilcene 8 - 2 Basketball and tennis courts that doubles as pickleball courts, picnic shelter and playground, restrooms. Campground is open April 1 to October 31. 9 campsites, $25 per night. Site size varies, max vehicle length: 30 ft. No alcohol. Self payment system,- digital, cash, or check. Quilcene Riverside Park 41 Muncie Ave., Quilcene 1 F 3 Neighborhood park on the Big Quilcene River. Check out the river, have a picnic, and do some fishing. Upper Oak Bay Campground 290 Cleveland St., Port Ludlow 5 S 2 Views of Oak Bay, playground, restrooms. Camp Host on-site. Campground is open April 1 to October 31. 23 electrical campsites, $35 per night. Site size varies, max vehicle length: 30 ft. No alcohol. Self payment system- digital, cash, or check. Jefferson County Parks & Recreation 623 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-385-9160 Whether camping or enjoying a day-use park, remember that: • Dogs must be on leash at all times. County Ordinance 6.07 • You must clean up after your dog. • Public consumption of alcohol & marijuana are prohibited. RCW 66.44.250 | 69.50.445 • No smoking or vaping of any kind in parks. C.O. 10-0919-19 | RCW 70.345 | 69.50.445 Jefferson County Fairgrounds jeffcofairgrounds.com 360-385-1013 Washington State Parks Campsite Reservations parks.wa.gov 888-226-7688; 360-902-8844 general info State Shellfish Hotline: 800-562-5632 State Shellfish Safety: 360-236-3330 Fishing Information: wdfw.wa.gov Lake Water Quality jeffersoncountypublichealth.org/704/ water-quality 360-385-9444 City of Port Townsend Parks 360-379-5081 Fort Worden State Park 360-344-4400 rangers, housing, dining Fort Flagler State Park 360-385-1259 general info Additional Resources Annual Camping Season April 1 - October 31 Lake Leland Oak Bay: Upper & Lower Quilcene No reservations or site holding. First-come, first-served camping. Digital payment now available with Parks Day-use parks from sunrise to sunset. Picnic shelters available at: HJ Carroll Park Indian Island Irondale Beach Memorial Field www.countyrec.com RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 47 of 50 JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS and RECREATION With your help, we will continue to maintain and improve this important public trust. Join our Park Volunteer Corps! 360-385-9160 COUNTY PARK MAP RECIEVED 09/09/25Page 48 of 50 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 49 of 50 RECIEVED 09/09/25 Page 50 of 50