HomeMy WebLinkAboutThriving Communities Grant Awardees Northwind Art - 042726AGREEMENT FOR
2026 THRIVING COMMUNITIES SMALL GRANT FUNDING FOR PORT TOWNSEND
SCHOOL OF;,TRE ARTSDBA NORTI3WIND ART
This Agreement is by and between Jefferson County, Washington (the COUNTY) and PORT
;�nTCF%rn • cC NnC)T, nF THE :ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART ("PORT TOWNSEND
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART").
WHEREAS, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART is
a non-profit corporation registered with the Secretary, of State of the State of Washington under UBI
number 47-3067617;
WHEREAS, the COUNTY desires to support projects that promote a safe, secure, and
satisfying way of life for Jefferson County residents and visitors. Sought projects that promote a
sense of belonging, so that residents and visitors feel welcomed to share in the many activities,
opportunities, and experiences available across Jefferson County;
WHEREAS, the COUNTY allocated $ 10,000.00 to a fund a Thriving Communities (TC)
small grant program;
WHEREAS, the COUNTY published a request for proposals on September 4, 2025 that
required each proposal to contain an evaluation plan;
WHEREAS, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART
submitted a qualified TC proposal to the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners (BoCC);
WHEREAS, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART' S
qualified proposal contains an evaluation plan with criteria;
WHEREAS, the BoCC staff reviewed and recommended funding all or part of PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART's qualified proposal;
WHEREAS, the BoCC reviewed the staff recommendation for funding all or part of PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART's qualified proposal;
IN CONSIDERATION of the mutual covenants and agreements herein it is agreed by the
parties as follows:
1. SERVICES TO BE PERFORMED USING THE THRIVING COMMUNITIES
AWARD
a. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall use its
capabilities and utilize up to the total amount of Final TC Award for the approved scope of
work for the Project described in PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART's proposal for the 2026 fiscal year, a copy of which is attached as
Exhibit A.
b. The budget for the Project is described in Exhibit B, attached.
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2. RESPONSIBILITIES OF PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART
a. No later than January 31, 2027, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART shall submit a report to the BoCC Staff describing the final results
as compared to the requirements in the evaluation plan during the term of this Agreement
due.
b. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall
maintain books, records, documents and other evidence that sufficiently and properly
reflect all direct and indirect costs expended by it to perform this Agreement. These
records shall be subject to inspection, review or audit by personnel of both parties, other
personnel duly authorized by either party, the Office of the State Auditor, and federal
officials so authorized by law. All books, records, documents, and other material relevant
to this Agreement will be retained for six years after expiration of agreement. The Office
of the State Auditor, federal auditors, the Jefferson County Auditor, and any persons duly
authorized by the parties shall have full access and the right to examine these materials
during this period. If any litigation, claim or audit is started before the expiration of the
six (6) year period, the records shall be 'retained until all litigation, claims, or audit
findings involving the records have been resolved. Records and other documents, in any
medium, furnished by PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF .THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART to the COUNTY, shall remain the property of the PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART, unless otherwise
agreed.
3. RESPONSIBILITY OF JEFFERSON COUNTY
a. The COUNTY shall provide PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART $250.00 in funding from the Thriving Communities small grant to be
used in support PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND
ART' S qualified program.
b. Said funding is in the amount of the Final TC Award for the 2026 fiscal year.
4. TERM
This Agreement shall be for a term of one year, commencing on January 1, 2026 and ending on
December 31, 2026, except for the reports required in Section 2, which are due January 31, 2027.
5. NO ASSIGNMENT
A party's interest in this in this Agreement shall not be assigned to any other person.
6. TERMINATION
a. This Agreement may be terminated, in who or in part, by the COUNTY upon thirty (30)
days written notice if expected or actual revenue from the grant is reduced or limited in
any way, or for non-performance of duties under this Agreement, or for any reason.
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b. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART may terminate
this Agreement upon thirty (30) days written notice to the COUNTY. If there is termination
under this clause, the COUNTY shall be liable to pay only for services rendered prior to the
effective date of termination. If tenmination covers a period for which payment has already
been made, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART
shall refund to the COUNTY a pro -rated share of the payment based upon the balance of
time remaining in the paid period, unless otherwise negotiated.
7. HOLD HARMLESS
a. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall
indemnify and hold the COUNTY, and its officers, employees, agents and volunteers
(and their marital communities) harmless from and shall process and defend at its own
expense, including all costs, attorney fees and expenses relating thereto, all claims,
demands, or suits at law or equity arising in 'whole or in part, directly or indirectly, from
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART's negligence
or breach of an of its obligations under this Agreement; provided that nothing herein shall
require PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART to
indemnify the COUNTY against and hold harmless the COUNTY from claims, demands
or suits based solely upon the conduct of the COUNTY, its officers, employees, agents
and volunteers (and their marital communities), and; provided further that if the claims or
suits are caused by or result from the concurrent negligence of: (a) PORT TOWNSEND
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART's agents or employees; and, (b) the
COUNTY, its officers, employees agents and volunteers (and their marital communities),
this indemnity provision with respect to claims or suits based upon such negligence, and
or the costs to the COUNTY of defending such claims and suits, etc., shall be valid and
enforceable only to the extent of PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART's negligence, or the negligence of PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL
OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART's agents or employees.
b. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART specifically
assumes potential liability for actions brought against the COUNTY by PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS' DBA NORTHWIND ART's employees,
including all other persons engaged in the performance of any work or service required of
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART under this
Agreement and, solely for the purpose of this indemnification and defense, PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART specifically waives
any immunity under the state industrial insurance law, Title 51 RCW. PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART recognize that this
waiver was specifically entered into pursuant to provisions of RCW 4.24.115 and was
subject of mutual negotiation.
8. INSURANCE
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall obtain and keep
in force during the term of this Agreement the following insurance:
a. Commercial General Liability Insurance. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
DBA NORTHWIND ART shall maintain commercial general liability coverage on a
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form acceptable to COUNTY Risk Management for bodily injury, personal injury, and
property damage, with a limits of not less than in the amount of at least $1 million per
occurrence, for bodily injury, including death, and property damage; and
b. Worker's Compensation (Industrial Insurance). PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE
ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall maintain workers' compensation insurance at its
own expense, as required by Title 51 RCW, for the term of this Agreement and shall
provide evidence of coverage to COUNTY Risk Management, upon request.
9. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
a. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART and the
COUNTY agree that PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART is an independent contractor with respect to the services provided
pursuant to this Agreement.
b. Nothing in this Agreement shall be considered to create the relationship of employer and
employee between the parties hereto.
c. Neither PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART nor
any employee of PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND
ART shall be entitled to any benefits accorded COUNTY employees by virtue of the
services provided under this Agreement.
d. The COUNTY shall not be responsible for withholding or otherwise deducting federal
income tax or social security or for contributing to the state industrial insurance program,
otherwise assuming the duties of an employer with respect to PORT TOWNSEND
SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART, or any employee, representative,
agent or subcontractor of PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART.
e. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall be
responsible for all applicable withholdings, deductions, state industrial insurance, tax
reports, business licenses, registrations, and all other obligations of an independent
organization.
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10. SUBCONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS
a. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART Owns
Contract Performance. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART is responsible for meeting all terms and conditions of this
Agreement including standards of service, quality of materials and workmanship, costs
and schedules. Failure of a subcontractor to perform is no defense to a breach of this
Agreement. Port Townsend School of the Arts dba Northwind Art assumes responsibility
for all liability for the actions and quality of services performed by any subcontractor.
b. Subcontractor Disputes. Any dispute arising between PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF
THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART and any subcontractors or between subcontractors
must be resolved with involvement of any kind on the part of the COUNTY and without
detrimental impact on the delivery of contracted goods and services.
11. LEGAL AND REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
While performing under this Agreement, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART, subcontractors, and their employees are required to comply with all
applicable local, state and federal laws, codes, ordinances and regulations, including but not
limited to:
a. Applicable regulations of the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries,
including WA-DOSH Safety Regulation; and
b. State and Federal Anti -Discrimination Laws.
12. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall comply with all
Federal, State, and local laws and ordinances applicable to the work to be done under this
Agreement.
13. CHOICE OF LAW
The parties agree that this Agreement is entered into in the State of Washington. This Agreement
shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the United States, the State of Washington
and the County of Jefferson, as if applied to transactions entered into and to be performed wholly
within Jefferson County, Washington between Jefferson County residents. No party shall argue
or assert that any state law other than Washington law applies to the governance or construction
of this Agreement.
14. DISPUTES
a. The parties agree to use their best efforts to prevent and resolve disputes before they
escalate into claims or legal actions. Any disputed issue not resolved under this
Agreement shall be submitted in writing within 10 days to the County Risk Manager,
whose decision in the matter shall be final, but shall be subject to judicial review.
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b. If either party deem it necessary- to institute legal action or proceeding to enforce any
right or obligation under this Agreement, each parry in such action shall pay for its own
attorney's fees and court costs.
c. Any legal action shall be initiated in the Superior Court of the State of Washington for
Jefferson County, subject to the venue provisions for actions against counties in RCW
36.01.050. The parties agree that the parties have the right of appeal from such decisions
of the Superior Court under the laws of the State of Washington.
d. PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART consents to
the personal jurisdiction of the courts of the State of Washington.
15. DISCRIMINATION PROHIBITED
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART shall not
discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, race, creed, color,
national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory,
mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained, dog guide or service animal by a person with
a disability, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification in the selection and
retention of employees, materials, supplies, or subcontractors.
16. INTEGRATED AGREEMENT
This agreement together with attachments or addenda represents the entire and integrated
agreement between the COUNTY and PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements
written or oral.
17. PUBLIC RECORDS ACT
Notwithstanding any provisions of this Agreement to the contrary, to the extent any record,
including any electronic, audio, paper or other media, is required to be kept or indexed as a
public record in accordance with the Washington Public Records Act, Chapter 42.56 RCW, as
may be amended, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART
agrees to maintain all records constituting public records and to produce or assist the COUNTY
in producing such records, within the time frames and parameters set forth in state law. PORT
TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART further agrees that upon
receipt of any written public record request, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
DBA NORTHWIND ART shall, within two business days, notify the COUNTY by providing a
copy of the request per the notice provisions of this Agreement.
This Agreement and any reports submitted by PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
DBA NORTHWIND ART are subject to disclosure as a public record under the Public Records
Act, RCW Chapter 42.56.
18. RECORDS RETENTION AND AUDIT AUTHORIZATION
a. A minimum of six years, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART shall maintain documented proof of payments made, contracts
executed and other expenditures authorized under your Agreement with COUNTY.
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b. Upon reasonable notice, PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART shall provide access to the COUNTY or State representatives to
audit records related to the funds provided to PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE
ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART under this Agreement.
19. NO SEVERABILITY
The terms of this Agreement are not severable. If any provision of this Agreement or the
application of this Agreement to any person or circumstance shall be invalid, illegal, or
unenforceable to any extent, the remainder of this Agreement and the application this Agreement
shall not be enforceable.
20. SURVIVAL
Those provisions of this Agreement that by their sense and purpose should survive the term of
this Agreement shall survive the term of this Agreement for a period equal to any and all relevant
statutes of limitation, plus the time necessary to'fully resolve any claims, matters or actions
begun within that period.. Without limiting the generality of the preceding sentence, and for the
avoidance of doubt, the provisions that survive the term of this agreement include: (a) controlling
law; (b) insurance; and, (c) indemnification.
21. AMENDMENT, MODIFICATION AND WAIVER
a. This Agreement may be not be amended or modified to change the approved scope of
services in the Final TC Award.
b. Only the BoCC or their delegee by writing (delegation to be made prior to action) shall
have the expressed, implied, or apparent authority to sign, alter, amend, modify, or waive
any clause or condition of this Agreement.
c. Any alteration, amendment, modification, 'or waiver of any clause or condition of this
Agreement is not effective or binding unless made in writing and signed by the BoCC or
their delegee.
SIGNATURES ARE ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE
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EXHIBIT A - SCOPE OF WORK
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART has been awarded
$250.00 (the "Final TC Award"), after recommendation by the TC staff. Port Townsend School
of the Arts dba Northwind Art shall use the Final TC Award consistently with its response to the
request for proposal submitted.
A true and correct copy of the PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART's response to the request for proposal is attached as Exhibit C.
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EXHIBIT B — BUDGET
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART has been awarded
$250.00 (the "Final TC Award"), after recommendation by the TC staff. Port Townsend School
of the Arts dba Northwind Art shall use the Final TC Award consistently with its response to the
request for proposal submitted to the BOCC.
A true and correct copy of the PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA
NORTHWIND ART's response to the request for proposal is attached as Exhibit C.
Applicant: Port Townsend School of the Arts dba Northwind Arts
Contact: Mary Black
Address: 701 Water St., Port Townsend, WA 98368,
Phone:
Email: development@northwindart.org
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Exhibit C
PORT TOWNSEND SCHOOL OF THE ARTS DBA NORTHWIND ART'S PROPOSAL
Request for Proposal (RFP) starts after this page
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Northwind Art Proposal for Thriving Communities Grant OCT 2 4 2025
Project overview
JEFFER' o COUNT
CopoMns SSIONERS
Northwind Art strives to extend the reach of the visual arts' by providing opportunities to experience,
excellence: both in our gallery and in our classrooms. Northwind Art's art classes and gallery exhibits draw
visitors from across the region and beyond, infusing this rural community with ideas and diverse cultural
experiences that contribute to the vitality of Jefferson County. In spring 2026, Northwind Art will feature just
such an exhibit called "A Florabundance", featuring two extraordinary artists from Seattle. This free exhibit will
last for six weeks and feature two opportunities to meet the artists: June Art Walk and an Artist Talk hosted at
Jeanette Best Gallery on Water Street, drawing residents and visitors to experience this vibrant exhibit of
three-dimensional artwork.
Project Scope Statement
For spring 2026, we have invited curator Greg Bell to design an exhibition featuring two artists working in
Seattle. This is the first exhibit where Northwind Art is collaborating with an outside curator and the first
exhibit featuring a ceramic sculptor working figuratively. Bell, a former curator for the Paul G. Allen
Collection, is highly respected across the region for his collaborations with artists. Our strategy in inviting him
is to broaden the reach of our exhibitions beyond Jefferson County by presenting work that will attract visitors
from throughout the Puget Sound region. Greg also helps us fulfill our mission by introducing new artistic
genres, such as ceramic sculpture, to the gallery.
Through partnerships with guest curators and artists — and by highlighting outstanding local talent —
Northwind Art presents exhibitions that draw more than 20,000 visitors annually to Port Townsend. As a
nonprofit organization, we embrace the risk that not every piece exhibited will find a buyer; however, every
exhibition is designed to provide a meaningful, engaging experience that fosters community connection and
dialogue.
The show features two artists, ceramist Arianna Heinzman and painter and muralist Sarah More. It will take
place May 7 through June 22, 2026, at Jeanette Best Gallery at Northwind Art, 701 Water Street in Port
Townsend. Activities around the show include Art Walk on June 6 and artists' talks to be scheduled. All of
these events will be free and open to the public and we hope to sell at least 20% of the artwork exhibited.
Organization Profile
Northwind Art formed in January 2021 when two existing visual art organizations merged: Port Townsend
School of the Arts, a visual art school at Fort Worden State Park, and Northwind Arts Center, located in a
spacious historic building in downtown Port Townsend. As a unified organization, Northwind Art carries
forward a local legacy and helps nourish a community rich in the arts, whose mission is: Empowering
meaningful connections through visual art. Cultivating creativity. Growing artists. Northwind Art supports
artists and art lovers at all stages of their creative journeys. Year-round, the organization offers educational
programming, art exhibitions and artist development. We are part of the Port Townsend Creative District
designated by the Washington State Arts Commission (ArtsWA).
Northwind Art's guiding principle is that art is for all of us. We strive to foster a creative community in Port
Townsend and East Jefferson County, and we work to promote individual and community wellness by
supporting learning, joy, connection, self -reflection and self -exploration.
In the gallery, we seek to inspire, educate, illuminate, and spark dialogue through showing the work of artists
across the Pacific Northwest.
Project Budget
Budget details outlining the use of grant funds, including any other funding being used for this purpose, as
well as the overall budget of the organization and/or event.
"A Florabundance" Exhibit Budget
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Monthly HOA fee
$4,587.
-Utilities
$1,764
Staff
$7,500
Marketing and Communications
$300
Food and beverages for events
$210 `
Advertising
$1,400
-Total
$15,761
Funding for this exhibit will come primarily
from gallery sales. We are also seeking funding from grants and
local business sponsorships.
Evaluation Plan
To evaluate the success of the exhibit, we will look at gallery sales, invite visitors to mark where they live on a
create an informal survey
where contributors will have an opportunity to win a raffle prize at the end
map, and
of the exhibit.
References
Rob Birman - Executive Director of Centrum; rbirman@centrum.org
Janine Boire - Board of Benji Project, Treasurer of the Board for the Nonprofit Association of Washington;
janine.boire@gmail.com
Ann Welch - President of the Board of the Jefferson County Museum of Art + History; annwelch@gmail.com
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JEFFERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CONSENT AGENDA REQUEST
TO: Board of County Commissioners
FROM: Commissioner Heidi Eisenhour
Amanda Christofferson, Grants Administrator
DATE:`
SUBJECT: Thriving Communities Small Grants Program Contracts for Execution
STATEMENT OF ISSUE:
Jefferson County BOCC committed awards for the Thriving Communities Small Grants program in January.
Attached are contracts for the fifteen community organizations that the County awarded funds to.
ANALYSIS:
The fifteen awardees have provided W9 documentation and the .contracts with them will secure the County's
interests. These various projects will bring benefit to. many communities.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The County allocated $10,000 in the 2026 budget in order to fund the Thriving Communities Small Grant
program.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Board of County Commissioners make a motion to approve of the awards.
REVIEWED BY:
b
Josh . Pete Is, County Administrator Date
CONTRACT WITH:
CONTRACT REVIEW FORM
(INSTRUCTIONS ARE ON THE NEXT PAGE)
Thriving Communities Grant Awardees
r„ Tr. (;rant Award
COUNTY DEPARTMENT: Auditors Office
Contact Person: Amanda Christofferson
Contact Phone: 360-385-9232
Contact email: amchristofferson@co.jefferson.wa.us
AMOUNT: $250.00
Revenue: $250.00
Expenditure:
Matching Funds Required:
Sources(s) of Matching Funds
Fund #
Munis Org/Obj
cs
CS57121-410571
Clear Form
Contract No: TC Award Northwind 2026
Term: Execution -December 31, 2026
❑ Exempt from Bid Process
Cooperative Purchase
_ Competitive Sealed Bid
_ Small Works Roster
Vendor List Bid
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✓ Other:
APPROVAL STEPS:
STEP 1: DEPARTMENT CERTIFIES COMPLIANCE WITH JCC 3.55.080 AND CHAPTER 42.23 RCW.
CERTIFIED: EE N/A: .Ay� ���i�itdBrL 4/8/2026
Signature Date
STEP 2:
COUNTY
AGENCY.
DEPARTMENT CERTIFIES THE PERSON PROPOSED FOR CONTRACTING WITH THE
(CONTRACTOR) HAS NOT BEEN DEBARRED BY ANY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL
CERTIFIED: N/A: El
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_4/8/2026_
Date
STEP 3: RISK MANAGEMENT REVIEW (will be added electronically through Laserfiche):
Electronically approved by Risk Management on4/17/2026.
STEP 4: PROSECUTING ATTORNEY REVIEW (will be added electronically through Laserfiche):
Electronically approved as to form by PAO on 4/16/2026.
DPA JBL reviewed and approved on 4-16-2026
STEP 5: DEPARTMENT MAKES REVISIONS & RESUBMITS TO
PROSECUTING ATTORNEY(IF REQUIRED).
STEP 6: CONTRACTOR SIGNS
STEP 7: SUBMIT TO BOCC FOR APPROVAL
RISK MANAGEMENT AND
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