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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.
Jefferson County is committed to the non-discriminatory treatment of all Persons in the
employment and delivery of services and resources.
2026 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PACKET
LODGING TAX/TOURISM PROMOTION
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.
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2026 Proposal Checklist for Tourism Promotion Activities
Organization Name:
Event Name,if different:
Proposed Contract Amount:$49,000.00 501(c)(3)(6)☐
WA UBI Number:605 931 939 (Revival)EIN Number:91-2038316 (NewStories)
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:
☐X Signed and Dated Proposal Checklist for Tourism Promotion Activities.
☐X Declaration of capital expenditures and operations,if applicable (Attachment A).
☐X Proof of liability insurance (Attachment B)
☐X Section 1 -Itemized list of proposed services and estimated costs.
☐X Section 2 -Proposal Questions.
☐X Section 3 -Proposed 2026 promotion,facility,event or activity budget.
☐X Section 3 -2025 organizational budget and year-to-date income and expense statement(s).
☐X Section 3 -List of names and addresses of the organization’s current Board of
Directors.Name and contact information for event chairperson,if applicable.
☐X 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.
NewStories 501c3 (Fiscal Sponsor &co-producer of Revival
Gatherings )
Revival Gatherings 2026 Event Series
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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.
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
Organization Name:
Organization Address:
Contact Name:
Contact Address:110 W UNCAS RD,PORT TOWNSEND,WA,98368-9790
Day Phone:
Evening or Cell Phone:
E-Mail Address:
Facility/Event:(if applicable)__Revival Gatherings 2026 Event Series
Total Lodging Tax Request:$49,000.00
Estimated 2026 org.operating
budget:(Incl.Lodging Tax funds)$245,000.00
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.
Dollar Amount
MANifest $44,000
Revival Gathering $135,000
Concert 1-6 $36,000
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Total Project Revenue Budget:$215,000
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:9 /1 0 /2 0 2 5
Print Name and Title:
731 S.Garfield St.Suite 26 Spokane,WA 99202
NewStories 501c3 (fiscal sponsor and co-producer of Revival Gatherings)
Ben Browner
+1 (206)886-5926
benbrowner85@gmail.com
X
Ben Browner Production Lead
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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.
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).
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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.
Overview &Purpose
Revival Gatherings is a dynamic,inter-generational series of immersive cultural events rooted in the
creative spirit of Jefferson County and the ancestral territory of the Coast Salish peoples.For more than
a decade,Revival has convened multi-day gatherings that weave together workshops,performances,and
art exhibitions to restore communal connection,spark creativity,and celebrate cultural vibrancy—all
within the lush landscapes of Western Washington.
History &Signature Gatherings
Each “Revival”is intentionally crafted,blending music,wisdom,visual art,and holistic practices in
handmade tents,immersive installations,and cultural spaces.These gatherings create a deeply embodied
sense of belonging that resonates far beyond the traditional festival format.In 2025,the annual Revival
Gathering hosted 330 participants for three days of ceremony,workshops,and performance.In 2026,
from July 30–August 3,we anticipate 550 attendees,reflecting significant growth and heightened
demand for cultural tourism experiences in Jefferson County.Revival also produces the annual
MANifest Gathering -the largest “men’s work”gathering in the PNW.In 2025 Revival (dba MANifest)
hosted 130 men for 4 days,and in 2026 we’ll host 150 men for 5 days,both in Chimacum WA.In
addition to these larger multi-day gatherings,Revival also hosts many shoulder season concerts with
national and international acts at the Palindrome in Port Townsend,drawing attendees from Vancouver
BC to Portland OR.We produced about 4 concerts in 2025,and plan to host at least 6 in 2026,totaling
about 900 attendees from far and wide.
Why It Drives Tourism
Destination Attraction:The uniqueness of a Revival Gathering draws visitors from across the
Pacific Northwest,British Columbia,West Coast,US and beyond.On offer are dozens of
nationally-renowned musical acts,dynamic workshop presenters,and cultural leaders,all
showcased at the world class “Quilcene Lantern,Village Seed,and Palindrome”venues.These
multi-day stays and widely-attended concerts generate direct spending in local lodging,
restaurants,and small businesses galore.
Unique Offerings:The blending of co-creative participatory acts,environmental awareness,
grief ritual,and Coast Salish cultural leadership differentiates this Jefferson County offering
from most all other local cultural tourism offerings.
Local Partnerships:Revival collaborates with local Chemakum peoples,Duwamish Tribal
Leaders,and Saanich storytellers.Jefferson County artisans and educators participate by the
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dozens.Many local regenerative organizations sponsor the gathering,such as the Chimacum
Farm-stand,the PT Co-op,Global Earth Repair,Peninsula Ecstatic Dance,Goodness Tea Co and
others,ensuring visitors experience an authentic slice of local Jefferson County talent.
Sustained Engagement:Along with multi-day participation at our signature summer event,
Revival produces a host of other multi-day Jefferson County retreats (such as “MANifest
Gathering,”the largest men’s work gathering in the PNW).Revival also hosts many concerts and
daylong workshops,promoting a sustained exploration of Jefferson County by hundreds of
regional participants throughout the year.
Economic Spillover:Visitation increases demand for hotels,food,fuel,supplies,camping
services,local craftsmanship,etc—greatly benefiting the broader Jefferson County economy.
People who come to a Revival,partly do so because of the natural and cultural beauty of the area.
They don’t just stay for the event,but stay before and afterwards as well.
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?
Revival Gatherings has a 10+year history of producing inter-generational,arts-centered cultural events
across Western Washington,but mostly based in Jefferson County now.Since its inception,Revival has
consistently drawn hundreds of participants to each gathering,combining live music,ritual,visual arts,
ecological education,and participatory workshops.Each year builds upon the last,strengthening
Revival’s ability to design experiences that foster community connection,highlight Jefferson County
talent,and attract visitors from beyond the region.
In 2025,the annual Revival Gathering brought together 330 attendees for a multi-day program featuring
more than 40 artists,musicians,and cultural practitioners.The scale and impact was reflected by
over 100 unsolicited testimonials,deepening participant affection with this beautiful peninsula.Each of
the 4 concerts that Revival produced at the Palindrome in 2025 sold out at 150-175 tickets.The 2025
MANifest gathering hosted 130 men for 4 days in Chimacum.
The upcoming 2026 Revival Gathering (July 30–August 3)is projected to host 550 participants—our
largest gathering to date.What distinguishes 2026 from past years is the expanded integration with
Jefferson County’s tourism economy.We’ll be highlighting all of Revival’s local sponsors/talent
throughout our website,social media channels,and 1,600+person newsletter.New features will include
local artisan showcases,Tarboo valley watershed stewardship,and greater integration with Jefferson
County event coordinators such as the Production Alliance.These evolutions not only broadens visitor
engagement with the region’s unique identity but also ensures greater economic benefit for local lodging,
restaurants,and small businesses.
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)?
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Revival Gatherings directly support Jefferson County’s LTAC priorities by advancing both special
event tourism and destination development.As producing a series of multi-day cultural festivals,
Revival falls squarely within the County’s second-highest priority,“the marketing and operations of
special events and festivals designed to attract tourists.”
Revival enhances Jefferson County’s destination development by activating community
infrastructure—local campgrounds,event venues,and tourism services—while drawing visitors to stay
multiple days (usually 4-5+nights).These gatherings generate significant economic spillover for area
restaurants,lodging,campgrounds,grocery stores,small businesses,and cultural venues.
In alignment with Additional Considerations,Revival delivers:
Promotion of Jefferson County:Elevates the region as a hub for arts,culture,and ecological
tourism through storytelling,partnerships,and media promotion.
Overnight Stays &Economic Benefit:Nearly all participants stay in Jefferson County lodging
due to the multi-day format,with expanded programming encouraging longer visits.
Proven Track Record:The 2025 Revival Gatherings successfully hosted 1060 attendees;the
2026 Gatherings are projected to bring 1600,demonstrating strong growth and impact.
Partnership &Collaboration:Revival works with Coast Salish cultural leaders,Jefferson
County artisans,local businesses,and regenerative organizations,ensuring benefits are
shared across communities,reinforcing Jefferson County’s cultural identity.
By attracting regional,national,and international visitors for a transformative cultural
experience,Revival strengthens Jefferson County’s reputation as a destination while delivering
measurable tourism and economic benefits.
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:
The 2026 Revival Gathering will take place July 30 –August 3,2026.The 2026 MANifest
Gathering will take place July 8-13th 2026.The 6 standalone concerts have not yet been
scheduled.
b.Timeline for tourism promotion activity:
Marketing and ticket sales will begin in October 2025 with early announcements and ticket sales,
building momentum March–July 2026 with artist spotlights,cultural leader features,and partner
campaigns,and continuing through the event to support pre and post-gathering tourism in
Jefferson County.
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c.Target Audience
Visitors from across the Pacific Northwest,West Coast,and beyond seeking unique cultural,
artistic,and nature-based tourism.
Professionals,artists,educators,activists,families and community leaders interested in
inter-generational and immersive cultural experiences.
Travelers prioritizing intentional,regenerative tourism,wellness,and ecological connection.
National and international guests drawn by Revival’s partnerships with local cultural and
ecological networks.
d.Promotion methods you intend to use to reach the target audience.
Digital Media &Social Platforms:Revival’s website,growing Instagram platform
(@revivalgatherings),Facebook page,and founder’s 3.8k FB following will feature consistent
storytelling,event announcements,and multimedia campaigns.
Email Campaigns:Revival maintains an active 1600+(and growing)mailing list to share
updates,ticket sales,and lodging information.
Community &Cultural Partnerships:Cross-promotion with Jefferson County artists,Coast
Salish cultural leaders,and regenerative organizations amplifies the event through trusted
networks.“Collaborative”social media posts are almost half of Revival’s marketing strategy.
Press &Event Listings:Revival will soon be submitting articles to local and regional news
outlets.Submissions to regional travel and culture calendars will also be expanded,along with
outreach to grassroots digital media outlets and niche cultural publications.
On-the-ground visibility:Fliers,posters,handbills and word-of-mouth reference have been–
and will continue to be–ample around the region.
e.Describe how you will promote overnight stays at Jefferson County
lodging establishments.
Because the Revival Gathering spans 5 days,most attendees will stay overnight.Revival
will encourage this by:
Listing local lodging options (hotels,campgrounds,B&B's,and partner retreat centers)on its
website and in communications.
Offering camping on-site and encouraging pre and post-event stays in Jefferson County to
extend the visitor experience.
Promoting Jefferson County as a destination for arts,culture,and nature retreats
beyond the gathering itself.
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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:
Revival has historically collaborated with local artists,cultural leaders,and
community organizations,though no formal tourism-promotion partnerships for 2026 are yet
public.Potential collaborators will likely include the Global Earth Repair Foundation,the
Production Alliance,and the Port Townsend Coop,along with other arts,wellness,and tourism
organizations.
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.)
Measuring Effectiveness:
Revival Gatherings will measure effectiveness through a combination of quantitative and qualitative
indicators:
Attendance data:Ticket sales,registration records,and demographic tracking (e.g.,percentage
of visitors from outside Jefferson County,including 50+miles away).
Lodging impact:Tracking participant use of on-site camping,local hotels,B&Bs,and
campgrounds via post-event surveys.
Visitor engagement:Evaluating participation across workshops,performances,cultural
activities,and ecological projects.
Community feedback:Collecting input from artists,cultural leaders,and attendees through
surveys and focus groups to gauge cultural impact,visitor satisfaction,and economic
contribution.
Testimonials:Much like in years past,testimonials will surface by the dozens,affirming the
potency and social impact of the event.
Digital reach:Monitoring website analytics,social media engagement,and email campaign
performance to assess marketing effectiveness.
Documenting &Reporting Economic Impact:
To ensure compliance with state and county reporting requirements,Revival will:
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Collect data about participant lodging through custom registration questions during the ticket
purchase process.
Conduct post-event surveys asking attendees to indicate the number of nights stayed in
Jefferson County and type of lodging used.
Estimate tourist spending in Jefferson County on lodging,food,fuel,supplies,and local artisan
products.
Collect vendor and partner reports on sales and participation to assess the economic ripple
effect.
Compile these results into quarterly and annual reports submitted to Jefferson County,
detailing:
Total number of tourists and attendees.
Documented overnight stays in Jefferson County-based lodging establishments.
Estimated local economic benefit (lodging,restaurants,amenities,small businesses).
Revival has already demonstrated the ability to gather and share this data after accessing
LTAC funds for large events previously hosted in San Juan County,and will continue refining its
reporting process in 2026 to provide Jefferson County with clear,measurable evidence of
tourism and economic impact.
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):
1060 participants
b.Estimated number of tourists who will attend your event/facility this year (2026):
1600 participants
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).
700 overnight stays per night (a mix of commercial lodging,campgrounds,and on-site
camping),resulting in more than 2,950 total visitor nights across all events.(Not including 1-
night concerts,as the ratio of locals to tourists has not been deciphered.
Direct lodging revenue through Jefferson County-based hotels,B&Bs,and campgrounds,in
addition to on-site accommodations.
Spending on food,fuel,and supplies,as visitors purchase meals,groceries,and essentials
locally.
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Support for Jefferson County businesses through artisan markets,vendor booths,cultural
tourism services,and hospitality providers.
Extended stays before and after the gathering,as visitors explore Jefferson County’s cultural
and natural attractions,contributing further to local restaurants,recreation services,and retail.
By expanding attendance from 1060 to 1600 participants,Revival projects a 52%increase in total
economic activity compared to 2025.The event’s multi-day format ensures that Jefferson County
experiences sustained tourism benefits,positioning the gathering as a reliable annual driver of cultural
tourism and local revenue.
7.Describe your organization’s area of expertise.Do you provide a unique service?
Revival Gatherings specialize in producing deeply immersive,inter-generational cultural events that
integrate ecological stewardship,ritual,and community connection into creative expression.Our
expertise lies in curating experiences that are both transformative and grounded in place-based
wisdom—drawing on Jefferson County’s natural beauty and cultural heritage as the foundation for
creative expression.
Over the past decade,our team has designed and facilitated multi-day gatherings that combine live
music,ritual performances,visual arts,workshops,and ecological learning.What sets us apart is our
holistic methodology:every element—handmade tents,sound installations,ceremonial spaces,and
participatory art—is intentionally crafted to foster belonging,healing,and inspiration.This approach
creates not just entertainment,but lasting cultural and ecological engagement for visitors and residents
alike.
Our unique service is the way we weave together diverse threads—indigenous wisdom,local artistry,
environmental stewardship,and global cultural practices—into gatherings that feel both deeply rooted
and universally resonant.Few organizations in the Pacific Northwest offer this level of integration
between cultural vibrancy and regenerative values,making Revival a signature destination event that
enriches Jefferson County’s identity as a hub for creativity,wellness,and cultural tourism.
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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.
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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.
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"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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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ATTACHMENT A
Declaration of Capital Expenditures and Operations
1.The total amount of my request for LTAC funding is:$49,000.00
2.Of the total listed in Paragraph 1,above:
a.The amount requested for capital expenditures is:$5,000.00
b.The requested capital expenditures are for:
Acquisition of durable supplies to support community gatherings and workshops (canopies,tables,
chairs,basic sound &lighting equipment,or venue space).
3.Of the total amount listed in Paragraph 1,above:
a.The total amount requested for operations is:$44,000.00
b.The requested operations expenditures are for:
Travel and transportation for local leaders,youth,and partner organizations to attend gatherings.
Stipends for facilitators,cultural leaders,and educators
Organizational coordination and communications,ensuring documentation,outreach,and campaign
management.
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 10th of September,2025 (date)(month)(year)
at Port Townsend,WA
(city or other location,and state or country)
(Printed Name)
(Signature)
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Haley Insurance Agency
20270 Front St NE Suite 101
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Bradlee Haley
360-626-6173 360-342-0799
brad@haleyagency.com
Bodily Injury to
Participants
Medical Payments for
Participants
X
x
LIO1100043423-00 04/17/2025 04/20/2025
1,000,000
100,000
0
1,000,000
3,000,000
3,000,000
Earth Day Revival - A Festival Weekend
7360 Center Rd
Quilcene, WA 98376
Quilcene Lantern
7360 Center Rd
Quilcene, WA 98376
LIO Insurance Company
04/10/2025
A
Ben Browner
110 West Uncas Rd, Port Townsend Wa, 98368
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Projected 2026 Income & Expenses
Revival Gatherings (Event Production Project)
Fiscally sponsored by NewStories 501c3
Compiled for LTAC Purposes on August 15th 2025
PROJECTED GROSS EXPENSES
Event Title Date Gross Expense Notes
2026 MANifest Gathering 7/8-13 2026 34,000 Village Seed in Chimacum
2026 Revival Gathering 7/30 - 8/3 2026 115,000 Quilcene Lantern in Chimacum
2026 Revival Teahouse at Imagine Festival 9/5-7 2026 2,500 Doe Bay Resort on Orcas Island
Concert #1 TBD 4,500 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #2 TBD 4,500 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #3 TBD 4,500 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #4 TBD 4,500 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #5 TBD 4,500 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #6 TBD 4,500 Palindrome in Port Townsend
3-4 Week Terra Exhibition (x2)TBD 30,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle AND Grace Cathedral in San Francisco
The Circle Gathering Weekends (x2)TBD 120,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle AND Grace Cathedral in San Francisco
2026 Capital Expenditures Annual 20,000 Audio gear purchases, decor, propane, office supplies, etc etc
TOTAL EXPENSES IN JEFF COUNTY 196,000 All Jefferson County Events + Infrastructural Costs
TOTAL EXPENSES OVERALL 348,500 All Events in All Locales
PROJECTED GROSS REVENUE
Event Title Date Gross Expense Notes
2026 MANifest Gathering 7/8-13 2026 44,000 Village Seed in Chimacum
2026 Revival Gathering 7/30 - 8/3 2026 135,000 Quilcene Lantern in Chimacum
2026 Revival Teahouse at Imagine Festival 9/5-7 2026 4,500 Doe Bay Resort on Orcas Island
Concert #1 TBD 6,000 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #2 TBD 6,000 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #3 TBD 6,000 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #4 TBD 6,000 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #5 TBD 6,000 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Concert #6 TBD 6,000 Palindrome in Port Townsend
3-4 Week Terra Exhibition (x2)TBD 45,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle AND Grace Cathedral in San Francisco
The Circle Gathering Weekends (x2)TBD 150,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle AND Grace Cathedral in San Francisco
2026 Capital Expenditures TBD 0 Audio gear purchases, decor, propane, office supplies, etc etc
TOTAL REVENUE FROM JEFF COUNTY EVENTS 215,000 Projected
TOTAL REVENUE FROM ALL EVENTS 414,500 Projected
NET PROFITS Net Profit Notes
TOTAL NET PROFIT FROM JEFF COUNTY EVENTS 19,000 Projected
TOTAL NET PROFIT FROM ALL EVENTS 66,000 Projected
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2025 Profit & Loss Sheet (TO DATE)
Revival Gatherings (Event Production Project)
Fiscally sponsored by NewStories 501c3
Compiled for LTAC Purposes on August 15th 2025
GROSS EXPENSES
Event Title Date Gross Expense Notes
Revival Earth Day Gathering 4/18-21 2025 46,200 Quilcene Lantern in Chimacum
MANifest Gathering 7/8-11 2025 28,700 Village Seed in Chimacum
Revival Teahouse at Imagine Festival 9/5-8 2025 1,900 Doe Bay Resort on Orcas Island
EarthPractice Concert 2/22 2025 3,900 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Youssoupha Sidibe Concert 7/23 2025 4,300 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Revival Sleepover Concert 12/21 2025 6,700 Palindrome in Port Townsend (projected)
3 Week Terra Exhibition 11/1-20 2025 13,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle (projected)
The Circle Gathering Weekend 11/21-23 2025 59,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle (projected)
Capital Expenditures (to date)2025 9,200 Audio gear purchases, decor, propane, office supplies, etc etc
TOTAL EXPENSES IN JEFF COUNTY (to date)92,300 All Jefferson County Events + Infrastructural Costs (projected from today's date)
TOTAL EXPENSES OVERALL (to date)94,200 All Events in All Locales (projected from today's date)
GROSS PROFIT
Event Title Date Gross Expense Notes
Revival Earth Day Gathering 4/18-21 2025 46,200 Quilcene Lantern in Chimacum
MANifest Gathering 7/8-11 2025 38,000 Village Seed in Chimacum
Revival Teahouse at Imagine Festival 9/5-8 2025 1,900 Doe Bay Resort on Orcas Island
EarthPractice Concert 2/22 2025 3,900 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Youssoupha Sidibe Concert 7/23 2025 4,700 Palindrome in Port Townsend
Revival Sleepover Concert 12/21 2025 6,700 Palindrome in Port Townsend (projected)
3 Week Terra Exhibition 11/1-20 2025 13,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle (projected)
The Circle Gathering Weekend 11/21-23 2025 59,000 St. Mark's Cathedral in Seattle (projected)
Capital Expenditures (to date)2025 0 Audio gear purchases, decor, propane, office supplies, etc etc
Donors 2025 8100 To date
TOTAL REVENUE IN JEFF COUNTY (to date)100,900 All Jefferson County Events + Infrastructural Costs (to date)
TOTAL REVENUE OVERALL (to date)102,800 All Events in All Locales (to date)
NET PROFITS
TOTAL REVENUE IN JEFF COUNTY (to date)8,600 All Jefferson County Events + Infrastructural Costs (TO DATE)
TOTAL REVENUE OVERALL (to date)8,600 All Events in All Locales (TO DATE)
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2026 LTAC Itemized Costs (Projected)
Revival Gatherings (Event Production Project)
Fiscally sponsored by NewStories 501c3
Compiled for LTAC Purposes on September 15th 2025
GROSS EXPENSES
Line Item Gross Expense Notes
Entertainment Services
Jefferson County Talent & Marketing 9,500 Local Musicians, Presenters, Artists, Cultural Ambassadors (who help market outside of JeffCo)
Advertising and marketing
Digital 17,500 Paid ads, Online News Outlets, Social Media etc
Print 4,900 Posters, Handbills, Newspapers, Magazines, QR Codes (posted all over the greater Salish Sea area)
Graphic Designers 2,400
Media
Photographers / Videographers 8,000 Spent over 9+ different Jefferson County events
Video Editors 6,700 For future marketing and documentary purposes
TOTAL LTAC FUNDS IN 2026 49,000
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Board Member Information:
Addresses Not Listed
newstories.org/team
Heather Johnson
Izumi Yamaoto
Lynnaea Lumbard
Rachel Bagby
Shilpa Jain
Event Chairperson:Bob Stilger
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PRESENTS
THE
CIRSLE
A 1000 PERSON CHOIR
IN-THE-ROUND
BRIDGING CULTURE
T H R O U G H
SONG & STORY
SAT 11.22
ST. MARK'S CATHEDRAL
S E AT T L E
WA
ORBIS
GLOBES
1985
FEATURING
MAMUSE & MAX RIBNER
PAUL CHIYOKTEN • AARON JOHNSON & FAM • ALYX SOMAS
EARTH PRACTIGE • RESILENT BEINGS ORCHESTRA
Www.REVIVALGATHERINGS.com
24' HANGING
EARTH GLOBE
A 5HR SAGA
(6-11PM)
2 0 + ARTISTS
& RITUALISTS
5 % OF PROFITS GO TO INDIGENOUS PROTECTORS
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MANIFEST
GATHERING
JULY 10-13TH
CHIMACUM, WA
PAUL CHIYOKTEN
PRESENTER & RITUALIST
SWIKE (MALE)
PROTECTORS
OF THE
SACRED
An exploration through
an indigenous lens about
what i t means t o be a
male this day in age, and
how t o be in right
relationship with the
Sacred.
MANIFESTGATHERING.COM
RECEIVED 09/10/25
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SINGING
THE BONES
FRI 5/30
WITH SPECIAL GUEST
AIMEE RINGLE
PORT TOWNSEND, WA
THE PALINDROME
7PM DOORS: 7:30 SHOW
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STIN DAY REVIL
NALA WALLA
April 18th-20th • Chimacum, WA
@revivalgatherings
RECEIVED 09/10/25
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SKY
LODGE
MORNING
FIRE
THE
ANNEX BARN SEQUOIA
TENT
GARDEN
TENT
WARM
DRINKS
ALCHEMICAL
QI GONG w/ ANNA MAE
(9 - 10am)
PROTECTING THE
SACRED
w/ PAUL CHIYOKTIN (11am - 1pm)
TENDING THE
TENDER VILLAGE
w/ AARON JOHNSON
(1:30 - 3:30pm)
SACRED FIRE
& EMERGENT
JAM SPACE
EARTH DAY REVIVAL
SAT APRIL 19TH*
BRUNCH HOUR by CHEF JORDAN LYON
& CREW
(Catered in The Farmhouse from 10 - 11am)
HANG TOUGH
Y'ALL
SOUND
CHECKS
BREATHWAVE
CEREMONY
w/ PATRICK SELLIN
(4pm - 6pm)
WILD WOMEN: BRAVERY TO BELONG
w/ JENNY JAHLEE
(11am - 1pm)
GRIEF & GRATITUDE
ANCESTRAL HEALING
W/ NALA WALLA (1:30 - 8:30pm)
REGENERATIVE CHANNELING
w/ ARIELLE THERESE
(4 - 6pm)
AUTHENTIC RELATING
w/ SHAYNE BERRY (11am - 1pm)
EMBODIED
COMMUNAL ENSEMBLE
w/ MIA KELLEY (1:80 - 3:30pm)
ECO-RESTORATION
PROJECTS w/ SEA THORPE
(4 - 6pm)
DINNER HOUR by CHEF JORDAN LYON
& CREW
(Catered in The Farmhouse from 6 - 7pm)
SARA TONE
& FRIENDS
(7 - 8:30pm)
MAX RIBNER
& FRIENDS TEA, ELIXIRS (9 - 11pm) & GENERAL
SHENANIGANS
RITUAL
REBECCA ELATIKI
& ANDY FP
(11:30pm - 1am)
LUCÉ
& FRIENDS
(1 - 2:30am)
April 17th-20th Chimacum, WA
@revivalgatherings
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SIT DAY PETIT
APRIL 18-20TH
Chimacum, WA
@revivalgatherings
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REVIVAL TEAHOUSE
SLEEPOVER
Sat. November 16th
ADROME
Port Townsend
WA
RECEIVED 09/10/25
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