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Home My WebLink About030 16STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the } Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest project as } Authorized by and in Accordance with Jefferson } RESOLUTION NO. 30-16 County Code Section 3.08.030(7) to Provide } a System of Public Open Spaces } WHEREAS, conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing the open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that encourage the coordinated acquisition of key open space lands for long-term protection; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County is authorized by RCW 84.34.210 and 84.34.220 to acquire open space land, agricultural and timber lands as defined in RCW 84.34.220; and WHEREAS, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee has reviewed project applications for 2016 and made its funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with Jefferson County Code Chapter 3.08; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program, the Jefferson Land Trust, as project sponsor, requests funding towards the acquisition of a conservation easement on two parcels of agricultural land in Sec. 20 T. 28N, R. 1 W with Assessor's Parcel Numbers 801204004 and 801204008; and WHEREAS, the County retains enough developable land to accommodate the Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest project as well as the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive, thus satisfying the requirements of Chapter 449, Laws of 2005; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County considers it in the best public interest to contribute financially to this open space project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that: Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $97,100 in conservation futures funds in the 2016 funding cycle for acquisition expenses contingent on a matching contribution of fifty-seven percent (57%) of the total project cost. Resolution No. 30-16 re: Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest project 2. This dedication of funding may be nullified if a submittal for reimbursement, accompanied by documentation of matching funds sufficient to complete the acquisition, is not received from the sponsor within three years of the signing of this resolution. APPROVED'4ND, 4 ,OPTED SERE: �" ✓ . r k t 4P -. ` F Y ATTER this day of , 2016 in Port Townsend, Washington. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIQO�NERS Kathleen Kier, Chair Phil Johns , Membepq Erin Lundgren t/ Clerk of the Board David Sul iv Member r Public Heal; Regular Agenda 615 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 www.JeffersonCountyPublicHealth.org July 5, 2016 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: AGENDA REQUEST Board of County Commissioners Philip Morley, County Administrator Tami Pokorny, Environmental Health Specialist II July 11, 2016 Agenda Request: Public Hearing and Possible Decision Regarding Applications for Conservation Futures Funding in 2016 STATEMENT OF ISSUE: On June 20, the BoCC received the recommendations of the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee from Chair Rob Harbour and approved a Public Hearing Notice for the Conservation Futures Program project applications received in 2016. The notice was published in the Port Townsend & Jefferson County Leader on June 22, 2016. Environmental Health requested that the BOCC hold a public hearing on July 11, 2016 at 10:00 AM. The Conservation Futures Program (JCC 3.08) requires a duly noticed public hearing to be held as part of the public process of allocating conservation futures funding to worthy projects that protect public open spaces. After the hearing, the BoCC may decide which project(s) to fund and consider passing resolutions to include a factual finding as to whether each project would reduce the county's capacity to accommodate growth. ANALYSIS/STRATEGIC GOALS: The four applications for conservation futures funding are: 1.2016 QWC Addition, $34,814 towards the fee simple acquisition, and operation and maintenance, of ten platted parcels within the Quimper Wildlife Corridor totaling 2.5 acres of vacant land adjacent to trail corridors in Cappy's Woods. The parcels were identified as high conservation priority in the QWC Management Plan which was adopted by the City of Port Townsend in 2008. The proposed match is the combined value of four donated parcels with an estimated total value of $17,914 as well as the donation of partial values of three of the subject properties totaling $20,050. The operations and maintenance request is $4,000 of the total amount for annual monitoring and stewardship. Jefferson Land Trust is the project sponsor. The City of Port Townsend is the project applicant. Project location: Sec. 33, T.3 IN, RAW. Community Health Environmental Health Developmental Disabilities Water Quality 360-385-9400 360-385-9444 360-385-9401 (f) Always working for a safer and healthier community (f) 360-379-4487 2. Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach, $5,000 towards the fee simple acquisition or a conservation easement on up to 107 acres of floodplain and adjacent slopes of the Big Quilcene River above Quilcene. The proposed match is $5,000 from a state or federal grant program yet to be determined. The Jefferson County Environmental Health is the project sponsor. Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group is the project applicant. Project location: Sec. 22 & 23, T27N, R.2W. 3. Irondale Beach County Park Additions, $22,000 towards the fee simple purchase of two parcels of vacant land totaling 1.5 acres on the slope above the county park. The proposed match is a donated parcel located adjacent to the subject parcel valued at $22,000. Jefferson County Public Works is the project sponsor. Project location: Sec. 35, T.30N, R.1 W. 4. Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest'$97, 100 towards the acquisition of a conservation easement on 33 acres of forest and farmland in the Tarboo Valley. The proposed match is the partial value of the easement to be acquired ($60,000) as well as grant(s) and private contributions ($67,000) to conduct operation and maintenance actions to restore conservation values. Jefferson Land Trust is the project sponsor. Northwest Watershed Institute is the project applicant. Project location: Sec. 20, T.28N, R.1 W. At its May 4, 2016 meeting, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee voted unanimously that all four projects are worthy of funding at the full requested amounts. This briefing packet contains: • Letter from Chair Rob Harbour (originally presented on June 20) • Four conservation futures project applications and the relevant sponsor information: 1). 2016 QWC Addition 2). Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach 3). Irondale Beach County Park Additions 4). Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest 5). Sponsor Information - Jefferson Land Trust • Map of conservation futures projects 2003-2015 • Matrix of conservation fixtures applications 2003-2015 • Findings from Joel Peterson, Jefferson County Department of Community Development associate planner, regarding the three projects located in the county and Lance Bailey, City of Port Townsend planning director, regarding the 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor (QWC) Addition project. • Draft resolutions for each of the proposed projects with award amounts entered consistent with project applications and CF Committee recommendations. The purpose of the CF Program is to address the "general and increasing need to provide a system of public open spaces... for the health, welfare, benefit and safety of the residents of Jefferson County," and to maintain "Jefferson County as a desirable place to live, visit and locate businesses." Conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan. The goal of the program is to preserve and protect the county's open space resources from development, and from being "negatively and permanently affected." On January 3, 2006, the BOCC approved Ordinance No. 01-0103-06 in response to Chapter 449 of that year which allowed up to 15% of the conservation future levy monies raised in the preceding year to be used for operations and maintenance needs. Fifteen percent of the revenue raised in 2015 ($246,862) is Community Health Environmental Health Developmental Disabilities Water Quality 360-385-9400 360-385-9444 360-385-9401 (f) Always working for a safer and healthier community (f) 360-379-4487 $37,029, well in excess of the $4,000 for operations and maintenance requested this year. Chapter 449 also states that local governments must consider and analyze whether new CF projects would reduce capacity to accommodate planned growth. Grant agreements for approved projects between Jefferson Land Trust and the county will be developed by Environmental Health and submitted to the BoCC for approval. FISCAL IMPACT: The explicit purpose of the Conservation Futures Program is to fund acquisition projects to support a system of public open spaces. There is no impact to the General Fund for this effort. The balance for Conservation Futures Fund #308 at the end of May was $621,810.60. The total request for funding equals $158,914. Up to $228,000 is available to award from the Conservation Futures Fund in this cycle. The following projects are anticipated to close during the remainder of 2016: Midori Farm: $94,626 Resolution No. 22-15 Bishop Dairy Preservation: $56,225 Resolution No.20-15 The following project is anticipated to close after 2016: Snow Creek (remaining funds): $25,924 (Resolution No's 29-14 and 05-15) No Supplemental Budget Appropriations are anticipated this year in order to proceed with approved projects, including any approved in 2016. RECOMMENDATION: 1) Review the two project proposals brought forth by the Oversight Committee. 2) Hold a public hearing on July 7, 2016, at 10:00 AM. Consider the written and oral testimony from the hearing and adopt any of the enclosed funding resolutions (with or without revisions) for project proposals and funding amounts that the Commissioners may wish to approve. REVIEWED BY: P ip Morley, C minis rator Community Health Developmental Disabilities 360-385-9400 360-385-9401 (f) Date Always working for a safer and healthier community Environmental Health Water Quality 360-385-9444 (f) 360-379-4487 Public Hea 615 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 www.JeffersonCountyPublicHealth.org To: Jefferson County Board of Commissioners From: Rob Harbour, Chair Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee Date: June 20, 2016 Subject: Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee - 2016 Funding Round Recommendations The Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee is pleased to present its recommendations for the 2016 funding cycle. Four high quality applications were received, proposing a wide range of conservation efforts. Projects include expansion of a popular park with significant historic resources; adding to a network of trails and wildlife habitat; beginnings of a major salmon restoration project; and permanent protection of a family holding that includes farm, forest and riparian lands. We concluded that each of the projects are worthy of funding and will contribute to the "preservation of lands that have significant regional or community benefit" (JCC 3.08.040). Conservation Futures funds available for acquisitions in 2016 total $228,000. The total amount requested by the four applications is $158,914. The Committee concluded that each project qualifies for funding and voted to recommend full funding for each request. This memo explains the process used to evaluate and rank these projects and presents recommendations for funding them. Committee members, project proponents and staff look forward to answering any questions you may have during the public hearing for these projects. I look forward to seeing you then. 2016 Applications Four complete and timely applications were received. They may be described as follows: 1. 2016 QWC Addition, $34,814 towards the fee simple acquisition, and operation and maintenance, of ten platted parcels within the Quimper Wildlife Corridor totaling 2.5 acres of vacant land adjacent to trail corridors in Cappy's Woods. The parcels were identified as high conservation priority in the QWC Management Plan which was adopted by the City of Port Townsend in 2008. The proposed match is the combined value of four donated parcels with an estimated total value of $17,914 as well as the donation of partial values of three of the subject properties totaling $20,050. The operations and maintenance request is $4,000 of the total amount for annual monitoring and stewardship. Jefferson Land Trust is the project sponsor. The City of Port Townsend is the project applicant. Project location: Sec. 33, T.3 IN, R.1 W. 2. Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach, $5,000 towards the fee simple acquisition or a conservation easement on up to 107 acres of floodplain and adjacent slopes of the Big Quilcene River above Quilcene. The proposed match is $5,000 from a state or federal grant program yet to be determined. The Jefferson County Environmental Health is the project Community Health Environmental Health Developmental Disabilities Water Quality 360-385-9400 360-385-9444 360-385-9401 (f) Always working for a safer and healthier community (f) 360-379-4487 sponsor. Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group is the project applicant. Project location: Sec. 22 & 23, T27N, R.2W. 3. Irondale Beach County Park Additions, $22,000 towards the fee simple purchase of two parcels of vacant land totaling 1.5 acres on the slope above the county park. The proposed match is a donated parcel located adjacent to the subject parcel valued at $22,000. Jefferson County Public Works is the project sponsor. Project location: Sec. 35, T.30N, R. IW. 4. Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest, $97,100 towards the acquisition of a conservation easement on 33 acres of forest and farmland in the Tarboo Valley. The proposed match is the partial value of the easement to be acquired ($60,000) as well as grant(s) and private contributions ($67,000) to conduct operation and maintenance actions to restore conservation values. Jefferson Land Trust is the project sponsor. Northwest Watershed Institute is the project applicant. Project location: Sec. 20, T.28N, R.1W. Review and Selection Process The Project Selection process was updated for this cycle and detailed on page 4 of the 2016 Conservation Futures Program Manual. The revised selection process language is included below in italics. Project Selection The CF Committee evaluates and ranks project applications according to criteria designed to reflect the priorities expressed in the Jefferson County Code Section 03.08.040. This evaluation process has five (5) distinct phases as follows: 1. Written project application: Each CF Committee member (CFCM) independently reads and assesses each application and prepares any necessary clarification questions. 2. Site visits: Each CFCM must attend the project site visits (or view a video of the site visit), where the applicant and/or the project sponsor will present the layout of the project with reference to the written application and site maps. Additional questions posed by committee members will be answered during this site visit. 3. Oral presentation of the project: Each CFCM must attend this meeting in which the project sponsor presents the project and answers questions posed by the committee members. Following the oral presentations, a deadline will be established for CFCMs to submit additional questions to applicants (via county staff). After this set deadline for additional questions, a second deadline will be established for the receipt of all answers from applicants. After this second deadline no further additional information may be requested, received or considered by the committee. 4. Submission of project ranking form: Each CFCMsubmits to county staff member a form, which consists of questions that ask how well, in the committee member's judgement, an applicant meets the criteria for approval and funding. The committee member assigns a numerical "score " (within a range predetermined by the CF Committee) for each of the questions. These question "scores " are totaled for an overall evaluation "score ". A committee composite "score ", for each project application is obtained by taking the average of the "scores ". If a project application's composite "score " is 70% of the total possible numerical value for a project "score" the project is considered worthy offunding (i.e. eligible for). Projects "scoring" below 70% of the total possible numerical value for a project "score " are not considered for funding unless compelling reasons for funding arise in the final evaluation phase. S. Ranking and recommendation for funding of project applications: Each project application judged eligible in phase #4 is discussed, bringing into focus information garnered from phases I through 4. All project applications are compared and a final ranking and funding recommendation may be determined for each of the project applications and submitted to the Board of County Commissioners. The Committee will provide justification to the Commissioners for any and all changes from the numerical ranked order. Community Health Environmental Health Developmental Disabilities Water Quality 360-385-9400 360-385-9444 360-385-9401 (f) Always working for a safer and healthier community (f) 360-379-4487 Site visits were held on April 11'. These were video-taped for any members or interested individuals who were unable to attend in person. On April 181, the Committee met again to hear project presentations by Peter Bahls of Northwest Watershed Institute, Doug Huber of the Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, Tami Pokorny of Jefferson County Environmental Health and Sarah Spaeth of Jefferson Land Trust. Prior to the meeting to rank projects on May 4', the committee members completed and submitted an Appearance of Fairness Questionnaire and individual project score sheets. Staff compiled the scores into composite spreadsheets and calculated the percentage of the total possible points that were awarded to each project. Ranking The project ranking is as follows: 1. Tarboo Creek, Farm and Forest Project: received 257 out of a possible 310 points; scored 84%. Preliminary score was 259. 2. 2016 Quimper Wildlife Addition Project: received 240 out of a possible 310 points; scored 77%. Preliminary score was 240. 3. Irondale Beach County Park: received 230 out of a possible 310 points; scored 74%. Preliminary score was 229. 4. Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach Project: received 225 out of a possible 310 points; scored 73%. Preliminary score was 225. Conclusion and Recommendation The Committee concludes that each application qualifies for consideration and funding and recommends that the Jefferson County Board of Commissioners approve full funding of all 2016 Conservation Futures applications, as described in this memo. Community Health Developmental Disabilities 360-385-9400 360-385-9401 (f) Always working for a safer and healthier community Environmental Health Water Quality 360-385-9444 (f) 360-379-4487 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form SON 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program Property Acquisition and/or J) NCO Operations and Maintenance Project Application Please complete the following application in its entirety. Be sure to answer "N/A" for questions that don't apply to the project. Incomplete applications will not be accepted for consideration. Unless directed otherwise, use as much space as needed to answer each question. Contact program staff at 379-4498 or tpokorny@cojefferson.wa.us with questions. Backgrol�n-1 and Eligibility Information 1. Project Title: 2016 QWC Addition 2a. Conservation Futures Acquisition Request: $30,814 b. Conservation Futures O&M Request: $4,000 3. Total Conservation Futures Request: $34,814 4. Please indicate the type of interest contemplated in the acquisition process. X Warranty Deed _ Easement _ Other (Please describe below.) In whose name will the property title be held after acquisition? The City of Port Townsend 5. Applicant Information Name of Applicant or Organization: City of Port Townsend Contact: Steve Gross Title: City Attorney Address: 250 Madison Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 379-5048 Fax: Fax: (360) 344-4619 Email: sgross@cityofpt.us 6. Sponsor Information: Organization Name: Jefferson Land Trust Contact: Sarah Spaeth Title: Director, Conservation and Strategic Partnerships Address: 1033 Lawrence Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 379-9501, ext. 101, Fax: (360) 379-9897 Email: sspaeth@saveland.org 1 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form This application was approved by the sponsor's legally responsible body (e.g., board, council, etc.) on February 16, 2016. 7. Site Location Street Address or Description of Location: Lots are located in QWC and Cappy's Woods area, Fowlers Park Addition and Tacoma Addition Driving Directions from Port Townsend: Travel west on 49h Street and continue as it turns into Cook Avenue. Turn right onto Bell Street and then left on East Sapphire Ave. Parcels are located to the east on 45th Street Trail, to the west off of the Willamette Street Trail and south off of the 39th Street Trail. Section: 33 Township: 31 N Range: 1W Assessor's Parcel Number(s): 951900305, 951903405, 930900702, 930900703, 998002102, 998002307, 998002101, 951902004, 951902009, 951902010 Please differentiate current and proposed ownership of each APN and indicate if the parcel is to be acquired with CF funds or used as match. To be purchased and held by City: Virginia M. White (owner, APN 951900305), David R. Gaenicke (owner, APN 951903405), Dana L. Nieminen and Gary W. Lawn (owners, APN's 930900702 and 930900703, bargain sale), Ray Culver (owner APN 998002102), Patricia Berry (owner APN 998002207, bargain sale) To be donated to City as match: JLT (owner APN 998002101), Anonymous (owner APN 951902004, 951902009, 951902010) Please list the assessed values for each property or APN, as applicable. APN's and AV's indicated, with further definition of acquisition with CF Funds, donation or bargain sale: APN AV CF Funds Land Donation Match value Bargain Sale Match value 951900305 $4,600 $4,600 951903405 $6,900 $6,900 930900702 $8,800 $2,500 $6,300 930900703 $8,800 $2,500 $6,300 998002102 $4,114 $4,114 998002207 $10,450 $3,000 $7,450 998002101 $4,114 $4,114 951902004 $6,900 $6,900 951902009 $1,725 $1,725 951902010 $5,175 $5,175 2 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form 8. EXISTING CONDITIONS New Site: No Number of Parcels: 10 Addition to Existing Site: Yes Acres to Be Acquired: —2.5 Total Project Acreage (if different): Approximately 110 acres Current Zoning: R-I(SF) up to 4 d.u. per acre (Min. 10,000 sq. ft lot) Existing Structures/Facilities: none Any current covenants, easements or restrictions on land use: Parcels 951902010 subject to City Waterline Current Use: Wildlife habitat and mature forest Waterfront (name of body of water): None Shoreline (linear feet): None Owner Tidelands/Shorelands: NA 9. Current Property Owner X is _is not a willing seller. Project Description 10. In 1,000 words or less, provide a summary description of the project, the match, overarching goal, and three top objectives. Include information about the physical characteristics of the site that is proposed for acquisition with Conservation Futures Program funds including: vegetation, topography, surrounding land use, and relationship to parks, trails, and open space. Describe the use planned for the site, any development plans after acquisition (including passive development), characteristics of the site which demonstrate that it is well-suited to the proposed use, and plans for any structures currently on the site. If applicable, describe how the site relates to the larger project, and whether the project has a plan, schedule and funding dedicated to its completion. Please also list any important milestones for the project or critical dates, e.g. grant deadlines. List the dates and explain their importance. Please attach a spreadsheet of the budget. The City of Port Townsend and Jefferson Land Trust are applying once again to Jefferson County for preservation of additional priority lands within the Quimper Wildlife Corridor project area and Cappy's Woods. Collectively we have been working with Jefferson County and the community since 1996 to protect a ribbon of green across the Quimper Peninsula, connecting a series of wetlands, forests and floodplains that provide habitat for over 200 bird species, amphibians and mammals. The Quimper Wildlife Corridor provides diverse habitat for wildlife, including habitat for several Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife -designated species of concern. Most of this area of the City was platted into 50 x 100 lots in the 1880's and development pressure is high. More than 110 acres have been permanently protected in the Wildlife Corridor, nearly completing the backbone of highest -priority habitat. We now have the opportunity to acquire lands from willing sellers, with match provided 3 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form through land donation and bargain sales, which will result in preservation of additional habitat and recreational values in the project area. Acquisition of additional parcels in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor will protect high quality habitat and further the efforts to connect protected lands within the corridor with other important habitat areas that extend from the City into Jefferson County and across the Quimper Peninsula. The lands proposed for acquisition and provided as match include parcels identified as Tier I and Tier -II high conservation priority in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor Management Plan developed by the Land Trust in 2005 and adopted by the City of Port Townsend in 2008. They also include parcels that are adjacent to trail corridors in Cappy's Woods that have been identified as important recreational priorities for the City of Port Townsend, as adopted in City Resolution No. 09-034, A Resolution Supporting the Preservation of Existing Trainl Corridors in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor and Cappy's Woods Area Through Purchase of Adjacent Parcels from Willing Sellers, or Through Donation, or Through the Establishment of Conservation Easements. These trail corridors are also incorporated into Port Townsend's Non - Motorized Transportation Plan, as updated in December 2014. All parcels are densely forested with a mature conifer -dominated over -story. Understory vegetation is diverse, and includes sword fern, salal, Nootka rose, willow, sedge, and more that provides wildlife cover and forage. Topography of these sites is relatively level to gently sloped. Properties proposed for acquisition and match include parcels that buffer the Winona and Levinski wetlands, buffer parcels adjacent to the Willamette street trail, 39th and 45th Street Trails and a large block of City of Port Townsend -protected properties. We are requesting CFF funding in the amount of $30,814 to acquire parcels from willing sellers, and will provide match for land acquisition and O&M in the amount of $37,964 through land donations and bargain sales. The parcels being donated and sold at bargain sale rates are indicated in the above table. The QWC project area has been stewarded and monitored by Jefferson Land Trust for over 20 years and new parcels will be included in the annual monitoring and stewardship activities by Jefferson Land Trust staff and Preserve stewards when transferred to City of Port Townsend -ownership and permanent protection. We are including an O&M request for $4,000 for annual monitoring and stewardship activities. The three top objectives for this project are: 1) Acquire high priority properties from the willing sellers 2) Utilize adjacent donated parcels as match 3) Permanently protect the properties as wild open space in partnership between the City of Port Townsend and Jefferson Land Trust Milestones: • Update landowner on project progress in spring 2016 • Acquire properties in fall 2016 11. Estimate costs below, including the estimated or appraised value of the propert(ies) or property right(s) to be acquired, even if Conservation Futures funds will only cover a portion of the total project M 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form cost. In the case of projects involving multiple acquisitions, please break out appraisals and estimated acquisition costs by parcel. a. Estimated or Appraised Value of Propert(ies) to be Acquired: $61,578 (Please see table above with assessed values of properties b. Total Estimated Acquisition -related Cost (see Conservation Futures Manual for eligible costs): $7,200 c. Total Operation and Maintenance Cost: $4,000 Project related costs and O&M Timeline Est. Cost Land to be purchased Fall 2016 $23,614 Land to be donated as match (JLT) for acquisition Fall 2016 $37,964 Land acquisition related costs: title closing taxes, etc Fall 2016 $4,000 Project Management, Admin and legal fees Fall 2015 $3,200 O&M Ongoing $4,000 d. Total Project Cost: $72,778 Basis for Estimates (include information about how the property value(s) was determined, anticipated acquisition -related costs, general description of operation and maintenance work to be performed, task list with itemized budget, and anticipated schedule for completion of work): Basis of acquisition estimate: All landowners have agreed verbally that the assessed value should be the basis of estimate for the sales price, donation value and bargain sale value. CFF criteria for value determination includes County assessed value if the parcels are assessed at $20,000 or less. Operations and Maintenance: The Quimper Wildlife Corridor and Cappy's Woods are very popular with recreational users. This increase in use requires increased stewardship response to noxious weed pressures, trash accumulation, and inappropriate development of trails in sensitive habitats. Estimates are based on 8.0 hr x $50/hr for 10 years ($4,000) to perform annual monitoring, report -writing and document storage, and to coordinate volunteer site maintenance to manage noxious weeds, trash, or other stewardship needs. Scored Questions Ia. Sponsor or other organizations X will _will not contribute to acquisition of proposed site and/or operation and maintenance activities. b. If applicable, please describe below how contributions from groups or agencies will reduce the need to use Conservation Futures program funds. 5 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form c. Matching Fund Estimate Acquisition O&M % Conservation Futures Funds Requested $30,814 $4,000 48% Matching Funds/Resources* $37,964 52% Total Project Acquisition Cost $68,778 $4,000 100% * If a prior acquisition is being proposed as match, please describe and provide documentation of value, location, date of acquisition and other information that would directly link the match to the property being considered for acquisition. d. Source of matching Amount of funds/resources contribution Donated land value $37,964 Contribution If not, Contribution If not, approved? when? available now? when? Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No NOTE: Matching funds are strongly recommended and a higher rating will be assigned to those projects that guarantee additional resources for acquisition. Donation of property or a property right will be considered as a matching resource. Donation of resources for on-going maintenance or stewardship ("in-kind" contributions) are not eligible as a match. 2 a. Sponsoring agency X is _is not prepared to provide long-term stewardship (maintenance, up -keep, etc.) for the proposed project site. b. Describe any existing programs or future plans for stewardship of the property, including the nature and extent of the commitment of resources to carry out the stewardship plan. The nature of the Jefferson Land Trust mission, as well as the source of the acquisition funds on certain properties within the Quimper Wildlife Corridor, permanently affects the way in which the land may be used. Jefferson Land Trust fulfills its permanent conservation obligation on Land Trust and publicly - owned properties in several ways, including thorough record keeping, communication with neighbors, on -the -ground stewardship, and regular site visits. Jefferson Land Trust will perform a site inspection of all Land Trust -owned properties and City and County -owned properties secured with CFF funding sponsored by the Land Trust no less than annually, and in some cases quarterly. Monitoring of Jefferson Land Trust and publicly -owned parcels includes documentation of any changes that have occurred since the acquisition, or since any previous monitoring visit. These monitoring visits will result in a written monitoring report, with photographs and written descriptions documenting any changes. The written reports will be reviewed by the Jefferson Land Trust Conservation Projects Committee chair to help determine if activity on the property is consistent with the protection of the conservation values of the property. Monitoring will be conducted regularly also to ensure site objectives are being achieved. The following types of monitoring will be conducted at this site: 0 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form Annual Site Monitoring - This monitoring includes inspecting boundaries and management zones/habitat nodes to ensure trespass is not occurring on properties and/or any other inappropriate uses of the site are occurring. Annual Local Land Use Change Monitoring - This will help to identify any potential direct or indirect impacts to the integrity of the site, including hydrologic function. This monitoring will occur through incidental observations during annual monitoring or other site activities within the vicinity of the site. Wildlife Monitoring - Wildlife monitoring will generally be conducted incidentally while on site. This effort will involve recording wildlife observations, tracks or other sign in monitoring reports. In order tc determine species composition and utilization of habitat, other non-invasive methods may be employed, such as wildlife cameras, which can be helpful in detecting use by more reclusive or nocturnal species. Other tools could include scat or hair analysis or species specific surveys. 3 a. Describe the sponsoring agency's previous or on-going stewardship experience. Jefferson Land Trust has been conducting annual monitoring of Jefferson Land Trust and publicly - owned conservation properties since the mid-1990s to ensure that conservation values, including undisturbed wildlife habitat, are maintained over time. Jefferson Land Trust, formed in 1989 and accredited in 2009 has been stewarding conservation easements since 1991 and currently holds and monitors 54 conservation easements in Jefferson County, in addition to conducting monitoring and stewardship activities on the 512 acres it owns. Stewardship activities are carried out by professional staff with the assistance of volunteer Preserve Stewards. The Hoh River Trust and Washington State Parks contract with Jefferson Land Trust to monitor and steward nearly 7400 acres of land under their control. In addition, Jefferson Land Trust stewards land owned by Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend and Department of Natural Resources. Jefferson Land Trust stewardship and monitoring protocols were developed with the guidance of the Land Trust Alliance and adherence to those protocols is one of the requirements for our national accreditation. b. Has the sponsor and/or applicant of this project been involved in other projects previously approved for Conservation Futures funding? No, neither the sponsor nor applicant has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. X Yes, the sponsor and/or applicant for this project has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. Please provide details: Jefferson Land Trust has sponsored numerous applications that have received Conservation Futures funds. These projects include: Sunfield Farm, 2003; Quimper Wildlife Corridor, 2004; East Tarboo Creek Conservation Project, 2005; Tamanowas Rock Phase 1, 2006; the Winona Buffer Project, 2006; Glendale Farm, 2007, and Finnriver Farm, 2008, Quimper Wildlife Corridor and Brown Dairy 2009, Tamanowas Rock and Salmon Creek, 2010; Chimacum Creek Carleson 2011; Quimper Wildlife Corridor 2011; L. Brown Trust 2012; Boulton Family Farms 2012; Short Family Farm 2013; Quimper Wildlife Corridor 2013; Quimper Wildlife Corridor and Snow Creek Irvin and Jenks, 2014, Quimper Wildlife Corridor and Midori Farm, 2015 7 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form 4 a. Property X can _cannot feasibly be acquired in a timely fashion with available resources. b. Necessary commitments and agreements X are _are not in place. c. All parties X are _are not in agreement on the cost of acquisition. If "not" to any of the above, please explain below. 5. The proposed acquisition X is specifically identified in an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or community conservation effort. Please describe below, including the site's importance to the plan. Please reference the website of the plan if available or include the plan with this application. _complements an adopted open space or conservation plan, but is not specifically identified. Please describe below, and describe how the proposed acquisition is consistent with the plan. _is a stand-alone project. The properties identified as Tier I and Tier 11 for acquisition were indicated in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor Management Plan that was adopted by the City of Port Townsend on May 19, 2008, Ordinance 2967. This management plan is available at the City's website, http://www.cityofpt.us/dsd/planning.M. Additional Cappy's Woods parcels are buffer lands to trail corridors that have been identified as important recreational priorities for the City of Port Townsend, as adopted in City Resolution No. 09- 034. The entire Quimper Wildlife Corridor lies in the area recognized in Jefferson County's Comprehensive Plan map as Parks, Recreation Areas, Conservation Easements and Areas for Future Cooperative Preservation Efforts. It is also recognized in the City of Port Townsend Comprehensive Plan, and the Parks and Open Space Plan. The Land Trust, the City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, state agencies, the local Audubon and Native Plant Society Chapter, and US Fish & Wildlife have been partnering on the project since the mid 1990's. These parcels have been identified in the acquisition priorities of the project since the beginning due to the wetland, floodplain, buffer and upland forest values, htti)://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/idms/pdfs/l)arks99.1)df In addition, Jefferson Land Trust's Conservation Plan for Jefferson County, prepared with the input of many community members, specifically identifies the Quimper Wildlife Corridor. The plan is located on the JLT website at www.saveland.org. 6. Conservation Opportunity or Threat: a. The proposed acquisition site X does _does not provide a conservation or preservation opportunity which would otherwise be lost or threatened. b. If applicable, please carefully describe the nature and immediacy of the opportunity or threat, and any unique qualities about the site. Five different landowners are eager to sell their properties for preservation of habitat and recreational purposes. Two of them have been waiting since last year for the Land Trust to secure funding. We were recently contacted by the other landowners, two of whom had listed their property, and the third who is willing to sell at a bargain sale rate providing part of the required match. The landowner willing to donate parcels is also eager for this transaction to take place. If we do not receive CFF funding this year, we may lose the opportunity to secure these parcels. 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form 7. The proposed acquisition: X provides habitat for State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Threatened, Endangered or Sensitive species. X provides habitat for a variety of native flora or fauna species. X contributes to an existing or future wildlife corridor or migration route. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe and list the Priority Habitat(s) and Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive species below, and cite or provide documentation of species' use.' The QWC provides critical habitat in an area of increasing urban development and is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, from the humble rough -skinned newt and Calypso orchid to nearly 200 bird species and numerous small and large mammals. Protection Island, located just offshore of the western end of the corridor, is a National Wildlife Refuge and home to nearly seventy percent of the seabirds that nest and breed in all of Puget Sound. Washington Department of Wildlife and the local Audubon Society have identified several state priority species in the QWC that are sensitive, threatened or listed. These include: Bald eagle, Peregrine Falcon, Wood duck, Great Blue Heron, Pileated Woodpecker, Band -Tailed Pigeon, Merlin, Olive Sided Flycatcher, black tailed deer, and bobcat. The corridor will allow these species and others the safety of cover to move between wetlands, forest ecosystems, and marine shoreline environments. 8 a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned agricultural use of the proposed acquisition, including any anticipated changes to that use once the property, or property right, is acquired with Conservation Futures funds. None planned b. Describe any participation by the current property owner in any other agricultural land conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat including the program and nature of the involvement. NA c. Is the owner implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soils and water quality on the farm? NA 9. a. Describe how the proposed acquisition benefits primarily a _local area X broad county area including the area served, the nature of the benefit, the jurisdictions involved, and the populations served. Protection of the wetland, buffer and floodplain habitats of the QWC provides particular benefits to local residents in that it provides storm -water filtration and floodplain retention. In general, however, protection of the QWC habitats and Cappy's Woods provides benefits not only to residents of Port Townsend and surrounding county areas, but also to the many visitors to our area. The corridor is used extensively for passive recreation by the community and visitors who enjoy walking the trails, bike riding and horseback riding. The wetlands and forests of the corridor provide education opportunities for users of all ages, and are field classrooms a wide range of people as described below. Field trips in the See, for example, http://www.dnr.wa.eov/researchscience/topics/naturalheritaee/paees/amp nh.aspx http://www.wdfw.wa.eov/conservation/phs/lis http://wwwl.dnr.wa.eov/php/refdesk/plants.html http://wwwl.dnr.wa. ophp/refdesk/pubs/wa ecological, st�pdf 0 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form corridor are highlighted in continuing education courses offered to realtors from across the region, who visit this place to better understand wetland ecology. Bike trails in the corridor have been identified in a national mountain bike magazine. Locally, Jefferson Land Trust has conducted numerous tours to various parts of the corridor over the last 10 years as part of our ongoing community outreach efforts. The project is bound to receive additional recognition as the Port Townsend area continues to grow. b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded Projects? Areas that Conservation Futures has not been able to support to date include Marrowstone Island, Toandos Peninsula, Dosewallips Valley, Bolton Peninsula, and the West End. No 10. Describe the educational or interpretive opportunities that exist for providing public access, educational or interpretive displays (signage, kiosks, etc.) on the proposed site, including any plans to provide those improvements and any plans for public accessibility.2 The QWC is increasingly utilized by numerous schools and community groups for educational purposes, including by school groups of all ages from the Port Townsend School District, the Swan School, CedarRoot Folk School, Jefferson Land Trust Natural History Society, Native Plant Society walks, Master Gardener training, and Audubon walks and annual Christmas bird counts, plus countless others. Dozens of residents have participated in naturalist -led walks conducted by Jefferson Land Trust. Community members volunteer annually to help with stewardship activities in the corridor. Jefferson Land Trust has created two interpretive displays that provide visitors to the corridor an understanding of the function of the corridor, as well directing people away from the more sensitive habitat areas. Volunteers contributed approximately 50 hours last year alone on projects to assess habitat health and needs, remove trash, manage noxious weeds, and monitor Land Trust and City -owned properties alike to ensure that conservation values are maintained over time. 11. The proposed acquisition _ includes historic or culturally significant resources3 and is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program. is recognized locally has having historic or cultural resources. is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe below, and cite or provide documentation of the historical or cultural resources. NA 12a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned silvicultural use of the proposed acquisition. Please cite or provide documentation of existing or planned silvicultural activities including forest management plan (s) or forest ecosystem restoration. NA 2 The words "education" and "interpretation" are interpreted broadly by the CF Committee. 3 Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 10 016 (7onsetva iun Future;vApplicafion and,S(oring [orin b. Describe any participation by current property owner in silviculture conservation programs, including the program and nature of the involvement. NA ;. Describe the owners' plans for utilizing "clear cutting"4, if applicable. NA Verification 13. Sponsors of applications that are approved for funding by the Board of County Commissioners are required to submit a brief progress report by October 30 every year for three years after the award is approved, or three years after the acquisition funds are disbursed to the applicant, whichever is later. The progress report must address any changes in the project focus or purpose, progress in obtaining matching funding, and stewardship and maintenance. Sponsors receiving O&M funds will also submit an annual report for each year that O&M funds are expended. The Committee will use the information to develop a project "report card" that will be submitted annually to the Board of County Commissioners. If this application is approved for funding, I understand the sponsor is required to submit pro rens reports for three years and for any year in which O&M funds are expended. _Initials 3 2ViCDate 14. If, three years after the date funding is approved by the Board of County Commissioners, the applicants have not obtained the required matching funds, the Committee may request the Board of County Commissioners to nullify their approval of funds, and may require the project to re -apply. If this application is approved for funding, I understand that we may be required to re -submit the application if the project sponsor does not obtain the necessary matching funding within three years. S Initials 3 �] Zla4� Date 4 "Clearcut" means a harvest method in which the entire stand of trees is removed in one timber harvesting operation. Except as provided in WAC 222-30-110, an area remains clearcut until: It meets the minimum stocking requirements under WAC 222-34-010(2) or 222-34-020(2); and The largest trees qualifying for the minimum stocking levels have survived on the area for five growing seasons or, if not, they have reached an average height of four feet. 11 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form s°N `_�� 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program JG o Scoring Form Please note: if none of the answers provided describe the project, answer "N/A" or "0". ADJUSTED CRITERIA SCORE X WEIGHT = SCORE 1. To what degree does the project leverage contributions for acquisition from groups, agencies or individuals? (Points awarded based on the following level of contribution) a. Leverages significantly = 3 points b. Leverages moderately = 2 points c. Meets requirement = 1 point 2. To what degree does the project sponsor commit to provide long-term stewardship for the proposed project? a. Stewardship plan with guaranteed long-term stewardship = 5 points b. Stewardship plan with guaranteed short-term stewardship = 3 points c. Stewardship plan, no guarantee = 1 point 3. To what degree has the project sponsor demonstrated effective long-term stewardship of a similar project? a. Highly demonstrated = 5 points b. Moderately demonstrated = 3 points c. Slightly demonstrated = 1 point d. Effectiveness not demonstrated = 0 points X5= X10= X1= 12 4. To what degree is the acquisition feasible? a. Highly feasible = 5 points b. Moderately feasible = 3 points c. Slightly feasible = 1 point 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form X5= To what degree is the project part of an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or identified in a community conservation effort? Sliding scale: 1-5 points X4=- 6. 4= 6. To what degree does the project conserve opportunities which are otherwise lost or threatened? X6= Sliding scale: 1-5 points 7. To what degree does the project preserve habitat for flora and fauna? (Points awarded in part based on level of documentation.) a. State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Endangered, Threatened or Sensitive species = 0-3 points X4= b. Variety of native flora & fauna = 0-3 points X 4 = c. Provides wildlife corridor or migration route = 0-3 points X4= d. Current owner participates in conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat = 0-3 points X4= 8. To what degree does the project preserve farmland for agricultural use? a. Likely will maintain active agricultural use = 0-3 points X4= b. Owner is implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soil and water quality on the farm. = 0-3 points X4= c. Participates in conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat = 0-3 points X4= 9. To what degree does the project serve: a. A significant benefit area? `:ZN Sliding scale: 1-3 points b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded projects? Sliding scale: 0-3 points X4= 10. To what degree will the acquisition provide educational opportunities, interpretive opportunities, and/or serve as a general community resource? X4= a. Public access, with planned or educational/interpretive displays and materials, events or activities = 5 points b. Limited public access, available space for signage and educational materials = 3 points c. Remote location = 1 point 13 2016 Conservation Futures Application and Scoring Form d. No opportunity = 0 points 11. To what degree does the project preserve historic or culturally significant resources59 X3 =_ a. Project is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program = 3 points b. Project is recognized locally as having historic or cultural resources = 2 points c. Project is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site = 1 point d. None of the above = 0 points 12. To what degree does the project preserve forestland for silvicultural use? a. Likely will maintain active forestland for silvicultural use = 0-3 points X4= b. Land is enrolled in public and/or private programs which certify long-term sustainable silviculture: Certified = 4 points Uncertified = 0 points X 1= c. Will manage any timber harvest with a plan that significantly avoids clear cutting (i.e. avoids cutting all trees in any given section of forest) = 0-3 points X 4= 5 Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 14 Landowner Acknowledgement Form' Name of Landowner: Patricia Berry Landowner Contact Information: F] Ms. First Name: Patricia Last Name: Berry Contact Mailing Address: 150 Garden Club Road, Nordland, WA 98358 Contact E -Mail Address'. berrytrish@gmail.com Property Address or Location: Tacoma's Addition BLK 22 Lots 7, 8 TPN 998002207 1. Landowner is the legal owner of property described in this grant application. 2. 1 am aware that the project is being proposed on my property. 3. If the grant is successfully awarded, I will be contacted and asked to engage in negotiations. 4. My signature does not represent authorization of project implementation. 5. If I am affiliated with the project sponsor, I will recuse myself from decisions made by the pf,oject sponsor to work on or purchase my property. Signature Project Sponsor Information bate' Project Name: Quimper Wildlife Corridor 2016 Project Applicant Contact Information: Jefferson Land Trust F Mr. F-1 Ms. Title: Director, Conservation and Strategic Partnerships First Name: Sarah Last Name: Spaeth Mailing Address: 1033 Lawrence Street E -Mail Address: sspaeth@saveland.org + Back to Message Culver Undowrw AdmovAed... I /I of A A x A *9 12 Landowner Acknowledgement Form' Name of Landowner: Ray Culver Landowner Contact Information: E] Mr. First Name; Ray2 Last Name: Culver Contact Mailing Address: 2811 Robinson Canyon Road, Ellensburg, WA 98962 Contact E -Mail Address: customwc@yahoo.com Property Address or Location: Tacoma's Addition BLK 21 Lots 3 U TPN 998002102 1,21-andowner is the legal owner of property described in this grant application. 2.21 am aware that the project is being proposed on my property. 3.21f the grant is successfully awarded, I will be contacted and asked to engage in negotiations. 4.2My signature does not represent authorization of project implementation. 5.21f I am affiliated with the project sponsor, I will recuse myself from decisions made byte project sponsol to w9rk on or purchase my property. Project Nam(y.rQuimper Wildlife Corridor 2016 Project Applicant Contact Information: Jefferson Land Trust [] Mr. 2 ❑ Ms. 2 Title: Director, Conservation and Strategic Partnerships First Name: Sarah2 Last Name: Spaeth Mailing Address: 1033 Lawrence StreetE-Mail Address: sspaeth@saveland.org 9 3 �A I Landowner Acknowledgement Form Landowner Information Name of Landowne irst ame: wen arab Last Name: rairpanK Contact Mailing Address: 508 Lawrence Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Contact E -Mail Address: sofa!rbank@olympus.net Property Address or Location: Fowler's Park Addition BLK 20 Lots 1– 3, 20-22, 25 – 27 TPN 951902004, 951902009, 953.902010 1. Landowner is the legal owner of property described in this grant application. 2. [ am aware that the project is being proposed on my property. 3. if the grant is successfully awarded, I will be contacted and asked to engage in negotiations. 4. My signature does not represent authorization of project implementation. S. if I am affiliated with the project sponsor, I will recuse myself from decisions made by the project sponsor to work on or purchase my property. � �C��— 3 7 ZOIr� Landowner Signature ate .,� rl.\ , 2a l L Landowner Sig ature Date Project Sponsor Information Project Name: Quimper Wildlife Corridor 2016 Project Applicant Contact Information: Jefferson Land Trust ❑ Mr. ❑ Ms. Title: Director, Conservation and Strategic Partnerships First Name: Sarah Last Name: Spaeth Mailing Address: 1033 Lawrence Street E -Mail Address: sspaeth@saveland.org Landowner Acknowledgement Form' Landowner Information Name of Landowner: Landowner ContactInformation: ® Mr_ ® Ms. Title: First Name: p0.,v►d Last Name: Ga_entGkC_ Contact Mailing Address: ay 3g l�is�►i0.nc Ivo Contact E -Mail Address: Q 0.e ht c,��-e � ry► S Y! - C o ►�'` Property Address or Location: ta�c! 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Ti .� 1 , �� r �" �S`�►FY �4►`i(1 � � h . � �f r • r 1 h�.; 1 �. � t Air 1*4 p IV, A AV SoN °G� 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program Property Acquisition and/or V INC, Operations and Maintenance Project Application Please complete the following application in its entirety. Be sure to answer "N/A "for questions that don't apply to the project. Incomplete applications will not be accepted for consideration. Unless directed otherwise, use as much space as needed to answer each question. Contactprogram staff at 379-4498 or tpokornykco.ieYerson.wa.its with questions. Background and Eligibility Information 1. Project Title: Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach 2a. Conservation Futures Acquisition Request: $5,000 b. Conservation Futures O&M Request: $0 3. Total Conservation Futures Request: $5,000 4. Please indicate the type of interest contemplated in the acquisition process. X Warranty Deed Easement X Other (Please describe below) One landowner may prefer a (more restrictive) conservation easement over fee simple sale. In whose name will the property title be held after acquisition? Initially Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group; Likely to transfer to Skokomish Tribe Post -restoration 5. Applicant Information Name of Applicant or Organization: Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group Contact: Sarah Heerhartz Title: Project Manager Address: 600 NE Roessel Rd., Belfair, WA 98528. Phone: (360) 275-3575, ext. 13 Fax: (360) 275 -0648, ext. Email: sarah&pnwsalmoncenter.org 6. Sponsor Information: (if different than applicant) Organization Name: Jefferson County Environmental Health Contact: Tami Pokorny Title: Environmental Health Specialist II Address: 615 Sheridan St. Phone: (360) 379-4498, ext. Fax: 360) 385 - 9401, ext. Email tpokornykco.jefferson.wa.us This application was approved by the sponsor's legally responsible body (e.g., board, council, etc) on not applicable, 20 1 7. Site Location Street Address or Description of Location: The "Moon Valley Reach" spans approximately 0.8 miles of the Big Quilcene River, from river mile (RM) 2.2 to RM 3 just downstream of the Highway 101 crossing. It includes four parcels located in Quilcene accessible from the street address: 170 Mood Valley Dr. Driving Directions from Port Townsend: Route 19 to Center Road, South to Quilcene, Route 101 to Moon Valley Rd. (on left before crossing the Big Quilcene River). Section: 22 & 23 Township: 27N Range: 2W Assessor's Parcel Number(s):991700001, 702233005, 702233006, & 702233004 Please differentiate current and proposed ownership of each APN and indicate if the parcel is to be acquired with CF funds or used as match. Current owners are: Parcel 991700001 (170 Moon Valley Dr.) Michael K & Kora Lea Whittaker PO Box 220 Quilcene, WA 98376-0220 Parcels 702233005, 702233006 & 702233004 (Glen Logic Rd.) Mark Baclawski 223 31 st Ave Seattle, WA 98122-6315 Please list the assessed values for each property or APN, as applicable. 991700001 — Total Appraised Value $374,327 702233005 — Total Appraised Value $67,925 702233006 — Total Appraised Value $36,087 702233004 — Total Appraised Value $46,452 8. EXISTING CONDITIONS New Site: Yes No Number of Parcels: 4 Addition to Existing Site: Yes No Acres to Be Acquired: 107.3 (22 acres — Whittaker; 85.3 acres — Baclawski) Total Project Acreage (if different): Current Zoning: Parcel 991700001: AL -20 Local Agriculture Parcel 702233005: AL -20 Local Agriculture Parcel 702233006: AL -20 Local Agriculture Parcel 702233004: AL -20 Local Agriculture Existing Structures/Facilities: Parcel 991700001 (Whittaker): Barn Pump House Pump Reservoir House 2 Old Sheds 4 Houses (1 partially built) 1 Quonset Hut/partially built shop 2 Parcel 702233005 (Baclawski): Barn Recreational Cabin Any current covenants, easements or restrictions on land use: Whittaker Parcel 991700001: Easement 2081764 State of Washington (25' strip adjacent to river left bank for public access); Covenant 554705 (septic monitoring) - Jefferson County Public Health and Covenant 584874 (septic monitoring) - Jefferson County Public Health; Bnckl iwski Parcel 702233005: Easement 2081764 State of Washington (25' strip adjacent to river left bank for public access); Conservation Easement 549560- Jefferson Land Trust Parcel 702233006: Easement 2081764 State of Washington (25' strip adjacent to river left bank for public access); Conservation Easement 549560 - Jefferson Land Trust Parcel 702233004: Notice of Moratorium on Non -Forestry Use of Land Current Use: Whittaker Parcel 991700001: Open Space Open Space/Residential Baclawski Parcel 702233005: Designated Forest Land/Vacant Parcel 702233006: Designated Forest Land/Vacant Parcel 702233004: Designated Forest Land/Vacant Waterfront (name of body of water): Big Quilcene River Shoreline (linear feet): 2,782.4 Owner Tidelands/Shorelands: N/A 9. Current Property Owner X is is not a willing seller. (Whittaker) Current Property Owner X is is not a willing seller. (Baclawski) Project Description 10. In 1,000 words or less, provide a summary description of the project, the match, overarching goal, and three top objectives. Include information about the physical characteristics of the site that is proposed for acquisition with Conservation Futures Program funds including: vegetation, topography, surrounding land use, and relationship to parks, trails, and open space. Describe the use planned for the site, any development plans after acquisition (including passive development), characteristics of the site which demonstrate that it is well-suited to the proposed use, and plans for any structures currently on the site. If applicable, describe how the site relates to the larger project, and whether the project has a plan, schedule and funding dedicated to its completion. Please also list any important milestones for the project or critical dates, e.g. grant deadlines. List the dates and explain their importance. Please attach a spreadsheet of the budget. The Big Quilcene - Moon Valley Reach Project represents the initial phase of a multi -phase effort to restore floodplain connectivity as well as salmon spawning and rearing habitat to a nearly 0.8 -mile segment of the Big Quilcene River below the Hwy 101 Bridge. Recently, two adjacent landowners (about 107 acres) have expressed an interest in selling their properties for the purpose of restoration and 3 conservation, presenting a tremendous opportunity to address underlying causes of major sediment, flooding, and habitat issues within this reach and further downstream. Funds from this application to the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Fund will contribute to the purchase price of four parcels, or the purchase price of the Whittaker parcel and an (expanded) conservation easement on the three Baclawski parcels, and will serve to make the project area eligible to apply for O & M funds in the future. The topography in this area is essentially level, extensive floodplain with steep banks to the south side of the river and at the northern extent of the properties. The surrounding land use is forestry and rural residential. The Hwy 101 bridge over the Quilcene River and the Quilcene National Fish Hatchery are located upstream of the project area. A 25' DFW access easement and trail, used largely during the fishing season, runs through three of the four subject parcels along the north bank of the river and ultimately to the community of Quilcene in the vicinity of the county's Riverside Park. A parking area to serve this access route is located just upstream of the Hwy 101 bridge. Lawn and pasture grasses occupy a large proportion of the project area. The riparian zone is native conifer forest along the south bank, where steep slopes have prevented development of the land. Along the north bank, where the historical land use is agriculture, the riparian buffer is a mix of native trees of different stages of maturity and areas dominated by noxious weeds. In the Moon Valley Reach, the Big Quilcene River was moved, straightened and diked to support agricultural use of the floodplain. As a result of the altered stream hydraulics and extensive diking along the north bank, the channel is now incised to a depth of up to ten feet. The artificially steep stream gradient, and scouring force of higher flood velocities, has resulted in a coarse cobble/boulder streambed lacking spawning gravels suitable for ESA -listed summer chum salmon and contributed to sediment aggradation problems downstream in Quilcene and beyond the river mouth where an extensive delta cone of sediment has formed. Off -channel rearing habitat is largely absent despite the addition of engineered logjams. These provide some habitat benefits but not at the scale needed. Loss of channel complexity and loss of riparian forests are major limiting factors for ESA -listed summer chum salmon in this reach. The restoration phase will be designed to address the underlying causes of habitat loss and will natural geomorphic and hydrologic processes such as channel migration and floodplain sediment deposition and storage. The Whittaker parcel is a small farm and residential property with three houses and an additional fourth partly -developed homesite. The property contains fenced pasture, a small tree farm, and several outbuildings as well as a Group B water supply. The Baclawski property was formally pasture and forestland. It now includes protected open space, a young fruit and nut orchard, and forest available for silviculture. A conservation easement held by the Jefferson Land Trust on approximately 18 acres of land spanning the river includes 1,750' of frontage on the north bank and 575' on the south bank. The overarching goal of the Moon Valley Reach Project is to acquire the subject properties (or property rights) necessary to enable restoration of natural floodplain processes. The sponsor and applicant will collaborate with WDFW, Jefferson Land Trust, Skokomish Tribe, The Nature Conservancy and community stakeholders and trustees who are already actively engaged in planning the restoration of the lower mile of the Big Quilcene River. This section of the Big Quilcene River has been identified as a target for restoration in the Summer Chum Recovery Plan http://hccc.wa.gov/Salmon+Recovery/Summer+Chum+Salmon/SummerChumSalmonPlan and in the Hood Canal Coordinating Council's Sum 3 -Year Work Program http://hccc.wa.gov/Salmon+Recovery/LeadEntily/default.aspx. Specifically, restoration and protection of freshwater reaches in the lower watershed is identified as the highest priority action for summer chum recovery in the Big Quilcene River, with habitat diversity, channel stability, flow moderation, and sediment load identified as key features for restoration https://hcccwagov.app.box.com/s/ru0l xmw6g5yga4b2c5mo9fl 9km5bvxkt. The project will allow for improved salmon habitat in the lower watershed and estuary and contribute to restoration efforts already underway there by attenuating floods, reducing downstream sediment transport, and contributing to temperature and flow regulation. Restoration and protection of the Moon Valley floodplain will contribute to improved water quality, better rearing conditions for juvenile salmon, and expanded habitat for other wildlife (including birds and beavers), and an enhanced trail system and outdoor experiences for students, recreationists and visitors in Quilcene. Matching funds were recently sought by HCSEG from the Department of Ecology's National Estuary Program (NEP) Watershed Protection and Restoration Grants (response is pending). HCSEG and Jefferson County are also pursuing salmon recovery grants through the Hood Canal Coordinating Council Lead Entity for Salmon Recovery. A Letter of Intent in partnership with HCSEG has been submitted and the next application deadline is March 25, 2016. 11. Estimate costs below, including the estimated or appraised value of the propert(ies) or property right(s) to be acquired, even if Conservation Futures funds will only cover a portion of the total project cost. In the case of projects involving multiple acquisitions, please break out appraisals and estimated acquisition costs by parcel. a. Estimated or Appraised Value of Propert(ies) to be Acquired: $524,791 b. Total Estimated Acquisition -related Cost (see Conservation Futures Manual for eligible costs): $78.000 c. Total Operation and Maintenance Cost: $0 with respect the acquisition phase d. Total Project Cost: $633,637 Basis for Estimates (include information about how the property value(s) was determined, anticipated acquisition -related costs, general description of operation and maintenance work to be performed, task list with itemized budget, and anticipated schedule for completion of work): The acquisition costs are based upon assessed values. Anticipated acquisition -related costs and anticipated schedule are listed on the next page. No operations and maintenance work will be performed during this phase of the project. 5 Property Whittaker Baclawski Anticipated Schedule dates assume NEP funding. Otherwise, add one year) Appraisal 6,000 8,000 January 2017 Appraisal Review 3,000 5,000 March 2017 Closing 10,000 10,000 September 2018 Cultural Resources (acq) 10,000 10,000 June 2017 Env. Audits 8,000 8,000 June 2017 Acquisition Related Expenses Subtotal 37,000 41,000 - Land 375,000 150,464 - Subtotal 412,000 191,464 - Administration (5%) 20,600 9,573 - Total for Property 432,600 201,037 - Total Project Cost $633,637 - Scored Questions Ia. Sponsor or other organizations X will will not contribute to acquisition of proposed site and/or operation and maintenance activities. b. If applicable, please describe below how contributions from groups or agencies will reduce the need to use Conservation Futures program funds. c. Matching Fund Estimate Acquisition O&M % Conservation Futures Funds Requested $5,000 50% Matching Funds/Resources* $5,000 to match CFF /$628,637 50% Total Project Acquisition Cost $10,000 CF only/$633,637 100% * If a prior acquisition is being proposed as match, please describe and provide documentation of value, location, date of acquisition and other information that would directly link the match to the property being considered for acquisition. d. Source of matching Amount of Contribution If not, Contribution If not, funds/resources contribution approved? when? available now? when? Ecology - NEP Watershed Protection and Restoration Grant And/Or SRFB/PSAR (Overall project) Un to $553,291 Yes No Up to $628,637 Yes No $ Yes No $ Yes No March 2016 Yes No December 2016 Yes No Yes No Yes No 2017 2017-18 0 NOTE: Matching funds are strongly recommended and a higher rating will be assigned to those projects that guarantee additional resources for acquisition. Donation of property or a property right will be considered as a matching resource. Donation of resources for on-going maintenance or stewardship ("in-kind" contributions) are not eligible as a match. 2 a. Sponsoring agency is Xis not prepared to provide long-term stewardship (maintenance, up -keep, etc.) for the proposed project site. b. Describe any existing programs or future plans for stewardship of the property, including the nature and extent of the commitment of resources to carry out the stewardship plan. Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group will hold the properties and steward them, in partnership with Jefferson County, utilizing grant funds until all phases of restoration are completed. The Skokomish Tribe has expressed interest in taking title post -restoration and in providing long-term stewardship consistent with existing conservation and public access easements and state grant requirements (Deed of Right). The opportunity to apply for conservation futures operations and maintenance funds in the future, in partnership with an eligible sponsor, may become important in the event of unavoidable impacts to the site from public use or act of nature. Jefferson Land Trust stewards the existing conservation easement on the Baclawski parcels (and in partnership with the landowner through an approved management plan) and would be closely involved if the conservation easement on the Baclawski property is expanded or, otherwise, requires amendment. 3 a. Describe the sponsoring agency's previous or on-going stewardship experience. Jefferson County has acquired, restored and/or stewards floodplain properties on the Dosewallips, Duckabush and Big Quilcene River (for the purpose of salmon recovery) in coordination with partner agencies and organizations. The Skokomish Tribe owns property to the south of the river located adjacent to the project area. The tribe has acquired, restored and stewards numerous additional properties in the Skokomish Watershed and elsewhere along the Big Quilcene River. b. Has the sponsor and/or applicant of this project been involved in other projects previously approved for Conservation Futures funding? No, neither the sponsor nor applicant has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. X Yes, the sponsor and/or applicant for this project has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. Please provide details: Jefferson County acquired parcels in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor through a conservation futures application sponsored by JLT and was a partner in acquiring a forested parcel at the entrance to Port Townsend. In 2013, the County partnered with Jefferson Land Trust on a successful application to acquire property and property rights on the Duckabush floodplain. This is the first time that the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group has been in the role of applicant. 4 a. Property _X—can cannot feasibly be acquired in a timely fashion with available resources. b. Necessary commitments and agreements _are X are not in place. c. All parties are X are not in agreement on the cost of acquisition. If "not" to any of the above, please explain below. Landowner acknowledgement forms are signed but grant funds are needed prior to ordering appraisals and beginning the negotiation process. 7 5. The proposed acquisition _is specifically identified in an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or community conservation effort. Please describe below, including the site's importance to the plan. Please reference the website of the plan if available or include the plan with this application. X complements an adopted open space or conservation plan, but is not specifically identified. Please describe below, and describe how the proposed acquisition is consistent with the plan. The lower river is identified in local salmon recovery chapter "Guidance for Prioritization" (see https://hcccwagov.gpp.box.com/s/ru0Ixmw6g5yga4b2c5mo9f19km5bvxkt). This specific project has also been submitted for inclusion the 2016 HCCCLE 4 -year Work Plan. The lower river is identified in Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) implementation plan (or through consultation with TMDL lead for Ecology) as a high priority for protection and/or restoration of riparian cover. • The lower river is identified in Pollution Identification and Correction (PIC) planning process (or through consultation with PIC leads) as a high priority for protection and/or restoration and protection and/or restoration of riparian cover can contribute to stated goals for shellfish beds. is a stand-alone project. 6. Conservation Opportunity or Threat: a. The proposed acquisition site _X_does _does not provide a conservation or preservation opportunity which would otherwise be lost or threatened. b. If applicable, please carefully describe the nature and immediacy of the opportunity or threat, and any unique qualities about the site. This is a unique opportunity to acquire a highly significant stretch of the Big Quilcene River for comprehensive conservation and restoration. The acquisition phase is the first phase of a project that will result in multiple positive benefits and contribute significantly to the productivity of the Big Quilcene River over all. Opportunities to work with adjacent willing sellers of such high -potential properties to help reverse mistakes of the past on a large scale are very rare. 7. The proposed acquisition: X provides habitat for State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Threatened, Endangered or Sensitive species. X provides habitat for a variety of native flora or fauna species. X contributes to an existing or future wildlife corridor or migration route. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe and list the Priority Habitat(s) and Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive species below, and cite or provide documentation ofspecies' use. ESA -listed species utilizing the Big Quilcene River include: Hood Canal Summer Chum Hood Canal Fall Chum Puget Sound Summer and Winter Steelhead Documentation of species use documented at: htW://www.ecy.wa.gov/services/gis/mgps/wria/sasi/sasi.htm ESA -listed spotted owls as well as bald eagles, harlequin ducks and cutthroat trout occur in the area. These acquisitions will enhance the riparian corridor linking Quilcene and the Whittaker property. r See, for example, http://www.dnr.wa.gov/researchscience/topics/naturalheritage/pages/amp nh.aspx http://www.wdfw.wa.gov/conservation/phs/list/ http://wwwl.dnr.wa. og v/nhp/refdesk/plants.html http://wwwl.dnr.wa. og v/nhp/refdesk/pubs/wa ecologicalystems.pdf 8 a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned agricultural use of the proposed acquisition, including any anticipated changes to that use once the property, or property right, is acquired with Conservation Futures funds. No agricultural uses are planned for either property as part of this project. Topsoil was removed from portions of the Baclawski parcels by a previous owner, and efforts to establish a fruit and nut orchard on that property have met challenges due to the drought -prone, rocky character of the remaining soil. Agriculture is largely incompatible with a naturally -functioning Big Quilcene River floodplain as evidenced by efforts of the past to move, straighten and dike the river channel and especially in light of the changing hydrologic regime of higher flood flows predicted by climate models.This project is the first step in recreating the historic floodway of the Big Quilcene River. It will benefit habitat for ESA -listed salmon while lessening flood impacts in Quilcene, improving forest health and water quality, restoring native soils, improving hydrologic and geomorphic function, promoting carbon sequestration, and enhancing aquifer recharge and summertime flows. b. Describe any participation by the current property owner in any other agricultural land conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat including the program and nature of the involvement N/A c. Is the owner implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soils and water quality on the farm? No 9. a. Describe how the proposed acquisition benefits primarily a _local area X broad county area including the area served, the nature of the benefit, the jurisdictions involved, and the populations served. This project, as a high priority restoration goal for the Big Quilcene River, will support the productivity of the lower river with benefits cascading into the estuary and Hood Canal. It is hoped that this project, in conjunction with a separate on-going floodplain restoration program in the lower mile of the river including the community of Quilcene (in partnership with The Nature Conservancy, HCSEG, the County, the Skokomish and Jamestown S'Klallam Tribes and benefitting from the input of multiple other stakeholders and trustees) will lead to additional intervening acquisitions and/or conservation easements to ultimately lead to the best possible restoration outcomes ecologically, for salmon, and also to meet the needs of the community for recreation, educational opportunities and economic vitality. b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded Projects? Areas that Conservation Futures has not been able to support to date include Marrowstone Island, Toandos Peninsula, Dosewallips Valley, Bolton Peninsula, and the West End. No 10. Describe the educational or interpretive opportunities that exist for providing public access, educational or interpretive displays (signage, kiosks, etc.) on the proposed site, including any plans to provide those improvements and any plans for public accessibility.' New trails are planned for the vicinity of Quilcene that could potentially connect with the established WDFW pedestrian corridor or, as the restoration progresses, a new trail or trail network designed for the enjoyment and protection of the restored Moon Valley Reach. 11. The proposed acquisition includes historic or culturally significant resources' and ' The words "education" and "interpretation" are interpreted broadly by the CF Committee. ' Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 9 is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program. X is recognized locally has having historic or cultural resources. is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe below, and cite or provide documentation of the historical or cultural resources. Cultural resources surveys will be completed in advance of any ground -disturbing activities. A blacksmith shop and home site from the early 1900s are located near the base of the hillslope on the north side of the river on the Whittaker property. Both structures burned down decades ago, but signs of them remain. We are not aware of any formal cultural surveys or assessments of the project area. 12a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned silvicultural use of the proposed acquisition. Please cite or provide documentation of existing or planned silvicultural activities including forest management plan(s) or forest ecosystem restoration. No commercial silviculture is planned or anticipated. The Baclawski conservation easement precludes the pruning, cutting down, or other destruction or removal of live and dead trees and other vegetation within the conservation zones. Future forest management will be consistent with an approved management plan. Commercial harvests of any kind are unlikely to be consistent with the terms of the RCO Deed of Right for Salmon Recovery or other grant -related rules and requirements. b. Describe any participation by current property owner in silviculture conservation programs, including the program and nature of the involvement. Forest conservation (no harvest) is a requirement of the JLT conservation easement on a portion of the Baclawski property. c. Describe the owners' plans for utilizing "clear cutting"', if applicable. Not applicable. Verification 13. Sponsors of applications that are approved for funding by the Board of County Commissioners are required to submit a brief progress report by October 30 every year for three years after the award is approved, or three years after the acquisition funds are disbursed to the applicant, whichever is later. The progress report must address any changes in the project focus or purpose, progress in obtaining matching funding, and stewardship and maintenance. Sponsors receiving O&M funds will also submit an annual report for each year that O&M funds are expended. The Committee will use the information to develop a project "report card" that will be submitted annually to the Board of County Commissioners. If this application is approved for funding, I understand the sponsor is required to submit progress reports for three years and for any year in which O&M funds are expended. rt -C Initials/Date 14. If, three years after the date funding is approved by the Board of County Commissioners, the applicants have not obtained the required matching funds, the Committee may request the Board of County Commissioners to nullify their approval of funds, and may require the project to re -apply. 4 "Clearcut" means a harvest method in which the entire stand of trees is removed in one timber harvesting operation. Except as provided in WAC 222-30-1 10, an area remains clearcut until: It meets the minimum stocking requirements under WAC 222-34-010(2) or 222-34-020(2); and The largest trees qualifying for the minimum stocking levels have survived on the area for five growing seasons or, if not, they have reached an average height of four feet. 10 If this application is approved for funding, I understand that we may be required to re -submit the application if the project sponsor does not obtain the necessary matching funding within three years. Initials 3— Date 11 SON �0 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program ` S�INOSO Scoring Form Please note: if none of the answers provided describe the project, answer "N/A" or 11011 . ADJUSTED CRITERIA SCORE X WEIGHT = SCORE 1. To what degree does the project leverage contributions for acquisition from groups, agencies or individuals? (Points awarded based on the following level of contribution) a. Leverages significantly = 3 points b. Leverages moderately = 2 points c. Meets requirement = 1 point 2. To what degree does the project sponsor commit to provide long-term stewardship for the proposed project? a. Stewardship plan with guaranteed long-term stewardship = 5 points b. Stewardship plan with guaranteed short-term stewardship = 3 points c. Stewardship plan, no guarantee = 1 point 3. To what degree has the project sponsor demonstrated effective long-term stewardship of a similar project? a. Highly demonstrated = 5 points b. Moderately demonstrated = 3 points c. Slightly demonstrated = 1 point d. Effectiveness not demonstrated = 0 points 4. To what degree is the acquisition feasible? a. Highly feasible = 5 points b. Moderately feasible = 3 points c. Slightly feasible = 1 point X5= X10= X1= X5= To what degree is the project part of an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or identified in a community conservation effort? Sliding scale: 1-5 points X4=_ 6. To what degree does the project conserve opportunities which are otherwise lost or threatened? X6= Sliding scale: 1-5 points 7. To what degree does the project preserve habitat for flora and fauna? 12 (Points awarded in part based on level of documentation.) a. State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Endangered, Threatened or Sensitive species = 0-3 points Ke"M b. Variety of native flora & fauna = 0-3 points X4= c. Provides wildlife corridor or migration route = 0-3 points X4= d. Current owner participates in conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat = 0-3 points X4= 8. To what degree does the project preserve farmland for agricultural use? a. Likely will maintain active agricultural use = 0-3 points X4= b. Owner is implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soil and water quality on the farm. = 0-3 points X4= Participates in conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat = 0-3 points X4= 9. To what degree does the project serve: a. A significant benefit area? KIM Sliding scale: 1-3 points b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded projects? Sliding scale: 0-3 points X4= 10. To what degree will the acquisition provide educational opportunities, interpretive opportunities, and/or serve as a general community resource? X4= a. Public access, with planned or educational/interpretive displays and materials, events or activities = 5 points b. Limited public access, available space for signage and educational materials = 3 points c. Remote location = 1 point d. No opportunity = 0 points 11. To what degree does the project preserve historic or culturally significant resources? X3 = a. Project is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program = 3 points b. Project is recognized locally as having historic or cultural resources = 2 points c. Project is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site = 1 point d. None of the above = 0 points 12. To what degree does the project preserve forestland for silvicultural use? a. Likely will maintain active forestland for silvicultural use = 0-3 points X 4— b. Land is enrolled in public and/or private programs which certify long-term sustainable silviculture: Certified = 4 points s Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 13 Uncertified = 0 points X 1= c. Will manage any timber harvest with a plan that significantly avoids clear cutting (i.e_ avoids cutting all trees in any given section of forest) = 0-3 points X 4= 14 Appendlz H: Landowner Acknowledgernetit Form Appendix H: Landowner per. ons' Acknowledgement Form ", Landowner 1nfQrmatiQn Norms of Landownef Landowner Contact Information: X Mr- T -Ole: First Name MARK Contact Mailing Address. 222 31 11 Avenue Seattle. WA 98122-6315 Last Name: BACLAWSKI Cortact E -Mad Address �I ei P k Contact Phone Number ! % — I Property Address or Location' AP N 702 233 005 C p p Al � C> �} d I�4weaf�-iyei�riva +t!a % PJt � 9�f1' E? K a 4ullcene. WA 98376 1- (Landowner or Qrgantzation) is the legal owner of property described In this grant application 2. 1 am aware that the project is being proposed on my prcperty 3. If the grant m successfully awarded, I well be contacted and asked to engage in negot atons. 4- My signature does not represent authorization of project imptementateon 5. If I am affiliatedwith th _ r�oject sponsor. I will recuse myself from decisions made y the o)e pon work or purchase my property � I I ndownar 5� nature f�� Date t7 Project. Sponsor Information Project Name Big OwIcene Key Pieces Project Applicant Contact Information: E] Mr. E Ms Title Project Manager VlzStName: Tarn, Last Name Pokom Mai+eng Address E-Mv Address: Public Health tpokorny@co.jeffefson wa us 615 Sheridan St 38W579Aead Pon Townsend WA 98368 Page 149 15 Appendix fl: Landowner Acknowtderrlent Fowl CAP1�% Appendix H: Landowner ,� I Acknowledgement Form t/ ',m°�t'r.. 1,andowner Information Name of Landowner. Landowner Contact Information. x Mr and Ms Title. First Name MICHAEL and DORA Last Name. WHIT -TAKER Contact Mailing Address: FSO Box 220 Quiicere WA 98376-4220 Ccntact E -Mail Address: Ccntact Phone Number: 3 6 d% -f Lr � Prope•ty Address or Location: APN 881 746 Opt 170 Moon Valley Dove Quilcene, WA 98376 I , (Landowner or Organization) is the lega� owner of property described in this grant application 2. 1 aim aware that the project is being proposed on my property 3. If the grants successfully awarded, I will be contacted and asked to engage in negotiations. 4 My signature does not represent authonzation of protect implernentat on, 5, If I aT affiliated with the prosect sponsor, i will recuse myself from decisions rnade by pro1j3cl SpDnSOr t Ni or cin or D�Wme my property Lendawner Sigrdlb" Date Project Sponsor Information Project Name: Big Quilcene Key Pieces Project Applicant Contact Information W. E Ms Title Project 'Manager First Name: Tami Last Name- Pokorny Mailing Address: E -Mail Address Public Heath tpokorny@cc iefferson.wa us 615 Sheridan St 384'379.4486 Port Townsend WA 98368 Pw , 49 16 March 3, 2016 'L13 ak: 8tyr, 119y ,May, Segwrn SNA 98332 360!6a-3. 1109 FAX NXM314W J effer son C aunty B o aid of C ourly C orn mi ssi oners Mr. Phil J ohnsor-4 Mr. Davi d Vd. Sullivar,z and M s. Kathl een KI er PO Bax 1220 18 20 J effers on S t Part Townsend, VITA 98368 Dew Honorable Commissioners I am writing to express the J amestown S'Klall am Tribe's strong support for the Big Quilcene River Moon V alley Reach H abitat Acquisition and Floodplain Reconnection -i �roject. The Moon V alleyReach of the Big Quilcene River is vitally Important foga a number of reasons, in>;luding • Production of salmon, e sp eci ally imp eril ed H ood C anal summer chum and Puget S aund steelhead. • Publicrecreation, especially sportsfishingfor colo salmon. • H a1_atat for wildlife, including deer, elk, bear, beavers: bald eagles and river otters. • Restoring floodplain connectivity. Thiswill have enormous benefits for salmon, wildlife, forests and floodhazardreductior; not only within the Moon V alley Reach, but also into downstream areas and the estuary. I urge you to support this m agnificent project and the associated Conservation Futures application S inc ere ly, IjP--Vr-- Randy J d -ms on H abitat Program Manager 17 Swah IF=hm7x, PhD Project Manager P; 3,27.53575 Axl. 13 3611.2.75.W8 hie'iArriwralrrxxxrn9rr.arg P.O. Bax 2169 I BiAfair, WA 98528 �vt►�u�.}xiaa; 5.1 imaxenier.�rg Jkrpenmg rhe cv VIlitefiorr hLpmyen Jaird, per+,pk. aaid.saimm throwgh revtarafim, o&raFrr+rr, and recearek. Jefferson County Commissioners 1820 J efferson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 This letter is in support of the J efferson County Errrironm ental Health (JCEH ) Conservation Futures application for the Big Quilcene Moon Valley Reach project. This project represents a tremendous opportunity to restore a large tract of floodplain and riparian habitat along the Big Quilcene River, a high priority action for summer chum salmon recovery with potential to alleviate flooding and sediment aggraclation issues in the lower river. This project will restore floodplain connectivity, salmonid spawning and rearing habitat, and riparian vegetation in the Moon Valley Reach of the Big Quilcene River. Restoration in this reach will improve downstream hydrologic, geomorphic, and habitat conditions by slowi ng the flow of the river and providing spacefor sediment deposition and storage. The project area represents an impaired riparian zone in an agricultural landscape where restoration and protection will have a large positive benefit both within the reach and downstream. The final project will include public recreational access for fishing and wildlife viewing within a restored riparian landscape. JCEH, and in particular Tam i Pokorny has extensive experience working in the Big Quilcene River system and coordinating property acquisitions for conservation and restoration purposes. The success of this project depends an acquisition of several parcels within the historicfloodplain of the Moon Valley Reach. Tami has alreadygarnered key landowner support, and under her lead, Jefferson County will play a critical role moving forward. Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group is pleased to partner with Jefferson County on this project, and will initially take title of the acquired parcels. We are working on the details of long-term ownership and stewardship through discussions with the Skokomish Tribe (landowner along south side of river) and WD FW ( currently holds an easement al ong the north side of river). Best Regards, Dr. Sarah M. Heerhartz Habitat Program Manager Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group UK ............. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..... 19 20 Big Quilcene River from the Baclawski property with engineered logjam visible. Baclawski property looking upstream towards the Whittaker parcel. 21 *6 Y 00.7 11 Pw Dike and noxious weeds growing along the north side of the Big Quilcene River in the Moon Valley Reach. Slope and mature forest on the south side of the river. 23 ,F t�- m(* AOT AWLAZe 44 Cut -DU FAC 5CNEDUaE �! •Yr � — k Yx�nf+f WAY aa ure �e j "Amo 7 y ,:. XMXTO*"S fliFICATE EYOR E FI A lulgt f+_ raq�iL� r quo "River Valley View" Long Plat excerpt for the Whittaker parcel. 24 549560 Page 22 of 22 02102l201002:36 PM Baclawski conservation easement excerpt (AFN 4549560). Z .<U E p X LL u9 }Oµ i► � d C � A O y a m Ln to � 4 � Cc c 0 y Cf�7 p�C i J N w C llw� 7/ V ev N W C C 0 L c c U C? to X v to W m 0 l fV 1A {til U M a7 G tl 0 Id C1 LL 25 Y i - �1 �ilff !ii ! ffff•ri f•*i*r+f �iR*ffi*i*•*ift*i!•*f ifi*•*•'!*Ii*tt`t*•i! w •*r �411f **riser ♦if !lfif •s! _ �a*a!s*t* �•s•t'•s••iif*• �i�i�i�i�f�►�i�i*i*rii*f~•lfi *•*tttrri��*'t�r'. 'Y i Baclawski conservation easement excerpt (AFN 4549560). Z .<U E p X LL u9 }Oµ i► � d C � A O y a m Ln to � 4 � Cc c 0 y Cf�7 p�C i J N w C llw� 7/ V ev N W C C 0 L c c U C? to X v to W m 0 l fV 1A {til U M a7 G tl 0 Id C1 LL 25 t 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program Property Acquisition and/or Operations and Maintenance Project Application Please complete the following application in its entirety. Be sure to answer N/A "for questions that don't apply to the project. Incomplete applications will not be accepted for consideration. Unless directed otherwise, use as much space as needed to answer each question. Contact program staff at 379-4498 or tpokornykco j fferson. wa. us with questions. Background and Eligibility Information 1. Project Title: Irondale Beach County Park Additions 2a. Conservation Futures Acquisition Request: $22,000 b. Conservation Futures O&M Request: $0 3. Total Conservation Futures Request: $22,000 4. Please indicate the type of interest contemplated in the acquisition process. X Warranty Deed Easement Other (Please describe below.) In whose name will the property title be held after acquisition? Jefferson County 5. Applicant Information Name of Applicant or Organization: Contact: (see sponsor information below) Title: Address: Phone: Email: 6. Sponsor Information: (if different than applicant) Fax: , ext. Contact: Matt Tyler Title: Manager, Jefferson County Public Works, Parks and Recreation Division Address: Jefferson County Public Works, 623 Sheridan St., Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: 360/385-9129 Fax: 360/344-3541 , ext. Email: mtylerkcountyrec.com / www.countyrec.com This application was approved by the sponsor's legally responsible body (e.g., board, council, etc.) on not applicable, 20 7. Site Location Street Address or Description of Location: Along Irondale Creek in close proximity to Irondale Beach County Park. The Barrows parcel (APN 961803702) is an approximately 0.25 acre in size. The adjacent Jefferson Land Trust parcel (APN 962100007) is an approximately 1.25 acres. Driving Directions from Port Townsend: Route 19 to Irondale Rd; Left on Market St and left again on Hadlock Ave. The Barrows Parcel can be accessed through the Jefferson Land Trust Property (Parcel #962100007). Section: 35 Township: 30N Range: 1W Assessor's Parcel Number(s):_ 961803702 & 962100007 Please differentiate current and proposed ownership of each APN and indicate if the parcel is to be acquired with CF funds or used as match. Current owners are: APN 961803702 — subject parcel Daniel P Barrows 30 Overlook Dr. Methuen, MA 01844-2372 APN 962100007 — matching parcel Jefferson Land Trust (JLT) 1033 Lawrence St. Port Townsend, WA 98368-6523 Proposed owner would be: Jefferson County 1820 Jefferson St. Port Townsend, Washington Please list the assessed values for each property or APN, as applicable. 961803702 — Taxable Value $14.960 962100007 — Taxable Value $22,000 8. EXISTING CONDITIONS New Site: Yes No Number of Parcels: 2 Addition to Existing (CF) Site: Yes No Acres to Be Acquired: 1_5 Total Project Acreage (if different): 14 (includes Irondale Beach Coun , Park)— Current Zoning: UGA-LDR (Low Density Residential 4-6) — both parcels Existing Structures/Facilities: None Any current covenants, easements or restrictions on land use: None Current Use: Vacant land Waterfront (name of body of water): Otter Creek Shoreline (linear feet): Approx. 221' Owner Tidelands/Shorelands: Jefferson County owns nearby Irondale Beach County Park bordering Port Townsend Bay 9. Current Property Owner X is _is not a willing seller. Project Description 10. In 1,000 words or less, provide a summary description of the project, the match, overarching goal, and three top objectives. Include information about the physical characteristics of the site that is proposed for acquisition with Conservation Futures Program funds including: vegetation, topography, surrounding land use, and 2 relationship to parks, trails, and open space. Describe the use planned for the site, any development plans after acquisition (including passive development), characteristics of the site which demonstrate that it is well-suited to the proposed use, and plans for any structures currently on the site. If applicable, describe how the site relates to the larger project, and whether the project has a plan, schedule and funding dedicated to its completion. Please also list any important milestones for the project or critical dates, e.g. grant deadlines. List the dates and explain their importance. Please attach a spreadsheet of the budget. The central goal of this project is to permanently protect the subject (APN 961803702 - Barrows) and matching (APN 962100007 - JLT) parcels as a de facto extension of Irondale Beach County Park. The three top project objectives are to: 1) Enhance protections for Irondale Creek and support wildlife and riparian values; 2) Vacate existing rights-of-way within the project area; 3) Extend Irondale Beach Park. In 2011, Patricia Smith donated her property (-007) to JLT in the hope that it would eventually be held by the County as part of the Park. The Assessor's Office currently describes the parcel as "park reserve" and values it at $22,000. JLT would like to see this vision realized and will provide the parcel as match for the acquisition of the Effie Barrows parcel, -702, located adjacent to the JLT property and separated from Irondale Beach Property by only one lot, APN 961803701. Ms. Barrows has agreed to sell her property at the current assessed value of $14,960 to conserve it as open space. Together, the JLT and Barrows parcels will enhance the Irondale Beach County Park by protecting approximately 1.5 acres of undeveloped, forested land in the immediate vicinity of the Park. The project will create a protected riparian corridor for springs emerging on the JLT parcel which feeds Otter Creek and flows to the beach and into Port Townsend Bay. County ownership utilizing CF funds would also preclude any future need to open the East Eugene St., James St., and Hadlock Ave. rights-of-way. The properties are located within a County Seawater Intrusion Protection Zone. The topography in the project area is relatively steep and contains thickly -wooded gully with elevations extending south to north of <100 feet to <40 feet. Jefferson Land Trust has removed a significant amount of trash, yard waste, and invasive weeds from this property and has planted 525 native trees and shrubs with the help of Port Townsend High School Students for Sustainability. Jefferson Land Trust performed a Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment in 2010 that guided their cleanup and restoration work. No hazardous materials were identified in this assessment. Irondale Creek flows through a gully located on the Barrows Parcel with elevations that extend from <40 to <30 feet south to north. This parcel is undeveloped and the vegetation is similar to the JLT Parcel and consists of alders, maples, cedars, and blackberries. It features water views northward towards Port Townsend. Otter (aka Irondale) Creek itself has a history of high bacteria levels and there are five previous JC Public Health sampling sites within the two parcels' boundaries. Efforts are on-going to determine the source contamination of the spring. Other key project goals are to prevent development that could contribute to water quality issues, degrade the Park's viewshed, and lessen the interpretive, historic, and natural experience of the park. The stewardship of the parcels will include eradicating and keeping the parkland free of noxious weeds, solid waste, and encroachment. The O & M request will be used to hire Washington Conservation Corps time to continue and expand control of noxious weeds and add educational signage. 3 11. Estimate costs below, including the estimated or appraised value of the propert(ies) or property right(s) to be acquired, even if Conservation Futures funds will only cover a portion of the total project cost. In the case of projects involving multiple acquisitions, please break out appraisals and estimated acquisition costs by parcel. a. Estimated or Appraised Value of Propert(ies) to be Acquired: $14,960 (assessed value) b. Total Estimated Acquisition -related Cost (see Conservation Futures Manual for eligible costs): $7.040 c. Total Operation and Maintenance Cost: $0 d. Total Project Cost: $44.000 Basis for Estimates (include information about how the property value(s) was determined, anticipated acquisition - related costs, general description of operation and maintenance work to be performed, task list with itemized budget, and anticipated schedule for completion of work): Property Values: Estimates are based on the current Assessors Values for these parcels plus administration and closing costs. The Barrows family has offered to sell at assessed value; Jefferson Land Trust will donate its parcel as match at the current assessed value. BUDGET Item CFF Match Total Cost Anticipated Completion Date Barrows parcel APN 961803702 $14,960 $22.000 $14,960 November 2016 JLT parcel APN 962100007 100% $22,000 $22,000 November 2016 Phase I ESA to cover both parcels $3,000 $3,000 September 2016 Closing costs $3,000 $3,000 - Acquisition Subtotal $20,960 $20,960 - Administration $1,040 $1,040 - Acquisition Total $22,000 $44,000 - O & M Request $0 $0 - TOTALS $22,000 $22,000 $44,000 - Scored Questions 1 a. Sponsor or other organizations X will will not contribute to acquisition of proposed site and/or operation and maintenance activities. b. If applicable, please describe below how contributions from groups or agencies will reduce the need to use Conservation Futures program funds. c. Matching Fund Estimate Acquisition O&M % Conservation Futures Funds Requested $22.000 50% Matching Funds/Resources* $22.000 50% Total Project Acquisition Cost $44.000 100% * If a prior acquisition is being proposed as match, please describe and provide documentation of value, location, date of acquisition and other information that would directly link the match to the property being considered for acquisition. d. Source of matching Amount of Contribution If not, Contribution If not, funds/resources contribution approved? when? available now? when? Jefferson Land Trust (land value) $22.000 Yes No Yes No $ Yes No Yes No NOTE: Matching funds are strongly recommended and a higher rating will be assigned to those projects that guarantee additional resources for acquisition. Donation ofproperty or aproperty right will be considered as a matching resource. Donation of resources for on-going maintenance or stewardship ("in-kind" contributions) are not eligible as a match. 2 a. Sponsoring agency _X_is _is not prepared to provide long-term stewardship (maintenance, up -keep, etc.) for the proposed project site. b. Describe any existing programs or future plans for stewardship of the property, including the nature and extent of the commitment of resources to carry out the stewardship plan. The parcels will be proposed for addition to the Jefferson County Parks, Recreation and Open Space inventory. The property will be monitored and maintained by Doug Huber, Irondale Beach Park Steward under the direction of Matt Tyler, Parks and Recreation Manager. Volunteer labor will also be utilized. As feasible, the invasive weeds will be managed in partnership with the Washington State DNR through the ongoing Urban Forestry Restoration Grant. This grant supplied a Department of Ecology WCC Restoration crew for 30 days in the summer of 2015 and 2016. 3 a. Describe the sponsoring agency's previous or on-going stewardship experience. The Jefferson County Parks and Recreation inventory includes 1,150 acres of parkland including Broad Spit County Park, Gibbs Lake County Park, HJ Carroll County Park, Indian Island County Park, East Beach County Park, Cape George Trailhead Park, and Oak Bay County Park. Recent successes include a conservation easement on Broad Spit County Park, a 30 -year lease from the DNR for Indian Island County Park, and the addition of 300 additional acres to Gibbs Lake County Park. Of particular importance to this project was Public Works' facilitation of the WA Department of Ecology's $22 million environmental clean-up of the Irondale historical mill site which was completed in 2012. Following the environmental clean-up, Jefferson County Parks and Recreation partnered with NOSC, DNR, and the local community to enhance surrounding native vegetation. Recently, a DNR/Department of Ecology conservation crew spent 20 days removing noxious weeds and restoring native plants at the site. b. Has the sponsor and/or applicant of this project been involved in other projects previously approved for Conservation Futures funding? No, neither the sponsor nor applicant has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. X_ Yes, the sponsor and/or applicant for this project has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. Please provide details: Jefferson County acquired parcels in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor through an application sponsored by JLT and was a partner in a Conservation Futures application to acquire a forested parcel at the entrance to Port Townsend. In 2013, the County partnered on a successful application to acquire property and property rights on the Duckabush floodplain. This is the first request to the CFF by JC Public Works. However, the County was an 4 a. Property _X_can cannot feasibly be acquired in a timely fashion with available resources. 5 b. Necessary commitments and agreements _are X are not in place. c. All parties X_are _are not in agreement on the cost of acquisition. If "not" to any of the above, please explain below. 5. The proposed acquisition —is X is not specifically identified in an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or community conservation effort. Please describe below, including the site's importance to the plan. Please reference the website of the plan if available or include the plan with this application. The Jefferson County Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan, as well as the Parks, Recreation and Open Space element of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan identify water access, habitat preservation, and walking in nature as primary goals. This acquisition will support each of these goals. This park is critical to the local community because if provides valuable open space, view sheds, historic preservation and interpretation, as well as passive use for walking and picnicking. Although these specific parcels are not identified in an adopted plan, the Irondale Creek Watershed (where the Barrows and JLT parcels are located) is near Reach AAA of the Jefferson County Shoreline Management Plan's Recommended Nearshore Restoration Actions. The SMP Environmental Designation for that shoreline is "Conservation" and it is identified as a Priority Habitat Area important for forage fish and shellfish, as documented by WDFW. The nearby shoreline is also identified in The Nature Conservancy's Ecoregional Assessment as a Nearshore or Marine Ecosystem Ecoregional Portfolio site. This Assessment defines a "portfolio" of priority conservation areas which are 1) of exceptional biological value and 2) the most likely places for conservation to succeed based on their current condition, land use, and other factors. X complements an adopted open space or conservation plan, but is not specifically identified. Please describe below, and describe how the proposed acquisition is consistent with the plan. This project conforms with the Open Space Strategy in chapter 6 of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan [p.6-1]: Open spaces help conserve natural resources; protect environmentally sensitive areas; provide aesthetic, scenic and recreational benefits; and preserve cultural and historic resources. Therefore, the preservation of open space is important for the County's residents and visitors. is a stand-alone project. 6. Conservation Opportunity or Threat: a. The proposed acquisition site X does _does not provide a conservation or preservation opportunity which would otherwise be lost or threatened. b. If applicable, please carefully describe the nature and immediacy of the opportunity or threat, and any unique qualities about the site. There is ongoing development pressure in the area, which can be expected to increase significantly when the proposed sewer system is installed. We have an opportunity now to avoid residential development and potential opening of street rights of way in this drainage that flow year-round through the County Park, across the beach, and directly into Port Townsend Bay. 7. The proposed acquisition: X provides habitat for State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Threatened, Endangered or Sensitive species. X provides habitat for a variety of native flora or fauna species. 0 X contributes to an existing or future wildlife corridor or migration route. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe and list the Priority Habitat(s) and Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive species below, and cite or provide documentation of species ' use.' WDFW Priority Habitat and Species analysis identifies this shoreline as priority Estuarine and Marine Habitat for Dungeness crab, breeding area for Pacific sand lance, and as adjacent to a great blue heron rookery. 8 a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned agricultural use of the proposed acquisition, including any anticipated changes to that use once the property, or property right, is acquired with Conservation Futures funds. These parcels are not currently used for nor are there any anticipated planned agricultural uses. b. Describe any participation by the current property owner in any other agricultural land conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat including the program and nature of the involvement. N/A c. Is the owner implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soils and water quality on the farm? These parcels are not currently part of any approved farm plan or other system of management practices related to agricultural use. 9. a. Describe how the proposed acquisition benefits primarily a _ local area X broad county area including the area served, the nature of the benefit, the jurisdictions involved, and the populations served. This park actually consists of two parts: the Chimacum Creek Tidelands owned by the WDFW to the North (including access to the mouth of Chimacum Creek), and the Irondale Beach Park, owned by Jefferson County Parks and Recreation to the South (including access to the Irondale Mill historical site). It offers a large sandy beach lagoon, natural views, and opportunities for beach walking, birdwatching, kayaking, picnicking, clamming and fishing. The Tidelands and parks are used widely by residents of East Jefferson County. b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded Projects? Areas that Conservation Futures has not been able to support to date include Marrowstone Island, Toandos Peninsula, Dosewallips Valley, Bolton Peninsula, and the West End. No. 10. Describe the educational or interpretive opportunities that exist for providing public access, educational or interpretive displays (signage, kiosks, etc.) on the proposed site, including any plans to provide those improvements and any plans for public accessibility! The parcels may eventually include primitive access or nature trails, but that is not known at this time. The topography, character and location of the parcels make them best suited for open space, habitat, and perhaps passive use via a primitive trail. ' See, for example, http://www.dnr.wa.gov/researchscience/topics/naturalheritage/pages/amp_nh.aspx http://www.wdfw.wa.gov/conservation/phs/list/ hLtp://wwwl.dnr.wa.gov/nhp/refdesk/plants.html http://wwwl.dnr.wa. og v/nhp/refdesk/pubs/wa ecologicalystems.pdf ' The words "education" and "interpretation" are interpreted broadly by the CF Committee. 7 11. The proposed acquisition _X_ includes historic or culturally significant resources' and _ is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program. is recognized locally has having historic or cultural resources. _X_ is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe below, and cite or provide documentation of the historical or cultural resources. Irondale Beach Park property includes a National Historic Site, the Irondale Mill site. The site has a cultural resources management plan written and adopted by the Washington State Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation that holds historical and natural interpretation as a key mandate and park goal. Staff and volunteers are working to preserve the historical ruins found at the park and have plans to construct an historical interpretive trail and kiosk in the site. The parcels in question will provide a very important buffer to development that could degrade the historic values of the park. 12a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned silvicultural use of the proposed acquisition. Please cite or provide documentation of existing or planned silvicultural activities including forest management plan(s) or forest ecosystem restoration. There are no existing or planned silvicultural activities on the project parcels. b. Describe any participation by current property owner in silviculture conservation programs, including the program and nature of the involvement. N/A c. Describe the owners' plans for utilizing "clear cutting"', if applicable. The owners have no plans to utilize clear cutting. Verification 13. Sponsors of applications that are approved for funding by the Board of County Commissioners are required to submit a brief progress report by October 30 every year for three years after the award is approved, or three years after the acquisition funds are disbursed to the applicant, whichever is later. The progress report must address any changes in the project focus or purpose, progress in obtaining matching funding, and stewardship and maintenance. Sponsors receiving O&M funds will also submit an annual report for each year that O&M funds are expended. The Committee will use the information to develop a project "report card" that will be submitted annually to the Board of County Commissioners. If this application is approved for funding, I understand the sponsor is required to submit pr gres reports for three years and for any year in which O&M funds are expsended. Initial , Date 14. If, three years after the date funding is approved by the Board of County Commissioners, the applicants have not obtained the required matching funds, the Committee may request the Board of County Commissioners to nullify their approval of funds, and may require the project to re -apply. ' Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 4 "Clearcut" means a harvest method in which the entire stand of trees is removed in one timber harvesting operation. Except as provided in WAC 222-30-110, an area remains clearcut until: It meets the minimum stocking requirements under WAC 222-34-010(2) or 222-34-020(2); and The largest trees qualifying for the minimum stocking levels have survived on the area for five growing seasons or, if not, they have reached an average height of four feet. 8 If this application is approved for funding, I understand that we may be required to re -submit the application if the project sponsor does not obtaina cessary matching funding within three years. �`' Initials 4/46 Hate 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program ` Scoring Form Please note: if none of the answers provided describe the project, answer "N/A" or 11011 . CRITERIA SCORE X WEIGHT = 1. To what degree does the project leverage contributions for acquisition from groups, agencies or individuals? (Points awarded based on the following level of contribution) a. Leverages significantly = 3 points b. Leverages moderately = 2 points c. Meets requirement = 1 point 2. To what degree does the project sponsor commit to provide long-term stewardship for the proposed project? a. Stewardship plan with guaranteed long-term stewardship = 5 points b. Stewardship plan with guaranteed short-term stewardship = 3 points c. Stewardship plan, no guarantee = 1 point 3. To what degree has the project sponsor demonstrated effective long-term stewardship of a similar project? a. Highly demonstrated = 5 points b. Moderately demonstrated = 3 points c. Slightly demonstrated = 1 point d. Effectiveness not demonstrated = 0 points 4. To what degree is the acquisition feasible? a. Highly feasible = 5 points b. Moderately feasible = 3 points c. Slightly feasible = 1 point ADJUSTED SCORE X5= X 10= X1= X5= To what degree is the project part of an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or identified in a community conservation effort? Sliding scale: 1-5 points X4= _ 6. To what degree does the project conserve opportunities which are otherwise lost or threatened? X 6 = Sliding scale: 1-5 points 10 7. To what degree does the project preserve habitat for flora and fauna? (Points awarded in part based on level of documentation.) a. State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Endangered, Threatened or Sensitive species = 0-3 points X4= b. Variety of native flora & fauna = 0-3 points X4= c. Provides wildlife corridor or migration route = 0-3 points X4= d. Current owner participates in conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat = 0-3 points X4= 8. To what degree does the project preserve farmland for agricultural use? a. Likely will maintain active agricultural use = 0-3 points X 4 = b. Owner is implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soil and water quality on the farm. = 0-3 points X4= c. Participates in conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat = 0-3 points X4= 9. To what degree does the project serve: a. A significant benefit area? X 4 = Sliding scale: 1-3 points b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded projects? Sliding scale: 0-3 points X 4 =_ 10. To what degree will the acquisition provide educational opportunities, interpretive opportunities, and/or serve as a general community resource? X 4= a. Public access, with planned or educational/interpretive displays and materials, events or activities = 5 points b. Limited public access, available space for signage and educational materials = 3 points c. Remote location = 1 point d. No opportunity = 0 points 11. To what degree does the project preserve historic or culturally significant resourcess? X3 = a. Project is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program = 3 points b. Project is recognized locally as having historic or cultural resources = 2 points c. Project is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site = 1 point d. None of the above = 0 points 5 Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 11 12. To what degree does the project preserve forestland for silvicultural use? a. Likely will maintain active forestland for silvicultural use = 0-3 points X 4= b. Land is enrolled in public and/or private programs which certify long-term sustainable silviculture: Certified = 4 points Uncertified = 0 points FloE c. Will manage any timber harvest with a plan that significantly avoids clear cutting (i.e. avoids cutting all trees in any given section of forest) = 0-3 points X4= 12 Landowner Acknowledgement Form Landowner Information Name of Landowner.�] lli L'r k E. I , IL - (j' V i tandowner Contact Information: ?tame: Ms. Effie Barrows Contact Mailing Address. 30 overlook Dr Methuen, MA 01844.2372 f nntact F•MaiI Address: none Prupurty Address or Uxatian. APN 961903702, lrondale. Washington 1. (Landowner) is the legal owner of Property descnbec In this grantapplication. 2. 1 am aware that the protect is bring proposed on my property, 3. If the grant is successfully awarded. I will be contacted and asked to engage in negotiations. 4. My signature docs not represent authorization of project Implementation. 5. Ism aware of my option to sell this Qroperty at its appraised value, but l would prefer to SeU ax the current taxable value as determined by the Jefferson County Assessor's 01Mce. �jCe��Sfr r Uin owner Signature _ � Date c� Project Sponsor Information Pruject Name: Barrows & JLT Additions to frondale Beach County Park Project Applicant Contact Information: Organiaatwn: Jefferson County Parks & Recreation Dept. Name Matt Tyler, manager MailingAddrvss: 623 Sheridan St, Port Townsend, Washington 98358 E -Mail Address: MTyier@co.lefferscin.wa.us 13 A Note From... EFFIE BARROWS o www.narfe.org 11-10A*Vm m d Ard FldKll Em Amspelation OOOODMM V01 14 JEFFERSON LAND TV T-TST He#2e epm she, workxT kmd_S and lx 1 k d fiwwer 1033LmmenceSmeet�PortTToumsend,WA 98368 360-379-9501—office 360-379-9897—fix vAmw.sr1and.org jef-etssonlandtrmt,a.)sa-,�land.org March 7, 2016 Jefferson County Conserva#ion Futures Program c/o Jefferson County Water Quality Division 615 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Dear Conservation Futures Citizens Oversight Corn mittee Jefferson Land Trust appreciates the Conservation Futures Program and th a o p po rt u nit ies it provides for acquisition and protection of open space lands for the benefit of the c R17-ans of Jefferson County, and we are pleased to work with Jefferson County to enhance the Irondale Beach County Park. In 2011 Patricia Smith donated her property, identified as "park reserve" on the County Assessor's map, to Jefferson Land Trust with the hope that it would eventually become part of the County Park. Since then we have engaged the community to help remove trash and restore the native vegaation. At their December 2015 meeting the Jefferson Land Trust Board approved offering to donate this parcel, currently assessed at $22,000, as match for Jefferson County's purchaseof an adjacent parcel using funds from the Conservation Futures Fund. We look forward to working with you to enhancathe Irondale Beach County Park public open space, habitat, and watershed. Sincerely yours, Sarah Spaeth Director, Conservation and Strategic Partnerships . � P �,`Fa �vn land �,wY,cs a 3�1 �rJ (�J nvn pm,i�; rar-e,rer�vf �,iva� rop a-aYvn. Ft;v�red vr� rerkt�iednaner 15 faW memo Uial- mw —ii—wn w AV L4 Is MOT is U05FIL2d ,k Am POW 16 1 al 2 N`oil pftl 1.25 ac MC,ket St y n w Lidar image of project area. Oblique aerial of project area. 17 SNIP Designation Map Excerpt VV,FO�'J Approx. Irondale Addition Project Location Y, 4NJ I A A� 'Ft. CQ�) HHH Zl's C 0, <) Chi acum Cre —PR-SOLAAA A\, IRGNDAL=,RQ .;r SNIP Critical Shoreline Habitat Map Excerpt In County Sam R.YACmtom JC Roads Parcels -H DNR Streams l7 T A/ N Noel frst, Plmynm 6.4p N— fish libAA Poran—] 14 - ?4s rI.wfd Su—o—1 SMP Shoreline Environmental Designations O Aqvmw 10 kilw%my 0.0 Natural F -I NA salwch-e R Mlawl 431 Bruce Rd 6Ft Hillshade W Market 5 t Market t -s 0. SNIP Designation Map Excerpt VV,FO�'J Approx. Irondale Addition Project Location Y, 4NJ I A A� 'Ft. CQ�) HHH Zl's C 0, <) Chi acum Cre —PR-SOLAAA A\, IRGNDAL=,RQ .;r SNIP Critical Shoreline Habitat Map Excerpt In joilp 111 �� W rh V PARK aAG .N RESERVE J (<T TOkX Barrows JEFFERSON COUNTY ASSESSOR it i Former Mill Site at Irondale Beach County Park 19 OP. 3rin - 04, 702. �J�jXo .2 IF M.200. K, 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet Kw�SON °G� 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program Property Acquisition and/or I]) N6 Operations and Maintenance Project Application Please complete the following application in its entirety. Be sure to answer "N/A"for questions that don't apply to the project. Incomplete applications will not be accepted for consideration. Unless directed otherwise, use as much space as needed to answer each question. Contact program staff at 385-4498 or tpokorny@co.jefferson.wa.us with questions. Backgrovnrj and Eligibility Information 1. Project Title: Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest 2a. Conservation Futures Acquisition Request: $97,100 b. Conservation Futures O&M Request: 0 3. Total Conservation Futures Request: $97,100 4. Please indicate the type of interest contemplated in the acquisition process. Warranty Deed X Easement Other (Please describe below) In whose name will the property title be held after acquisition? Jefferson Land Trust will hold title to the conservation easement. 5. Applicant Information Name of Applicant or Organization: Northwest Watershed Institute Contact: Peter Bahls Title: Executive Director/Conservation Biologist Address: 3407 Eddy Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 385-6786 Fax: (360) 385-2839 Email: peter@nwwatershed.org 6. Sponsor Information: (if different than applicant) Organization Name: Jefferson Land Trust Contact: Sarah Spaeth Title: Director of Conservation and Strategic Partnerships Address: 1033 Lawrence St., Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 379-9501, ext. 101 Fax: 360-379-9897 Email: sspaeth@saveland.org 1 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet This application was approved by the sponsor's legally responsible body (e.g., board, council, etc.) on February 16, 2016. 7. Site Location Street Address or Description of Location: Radka Farm, 999 Old Tarboo Road, Quilcene, WA. Driving Directions from Port Townsend: Turn right at the Chimacum 4 -way stop onto Center Road, proceed south under Hwy 104, left onto Dabob Road and proceed 2 miles, right on Old Tarboo Road and then immediate right onto gravel road heading north, stay on main road to red barn. Section: 20 Township:28 N Range: 1W Assessor's Parcel Number(s); 801204004 and 801204008 Please differentiate current and proposed ownership of each APN and indicate if the parcel is to be acquired with CF funds or used as match. Both parcels to be protected under one conservation easement. Please list the assessed values for each property or APN, as applicable. 3 acre parcel (801204008) - $19,500, reduced under Open Space -Ag $675 30 acre parcel (801204004) - $479,263, reduced under Open Space -Ag $256,524 8. EXISTING CONDITIONS New Site: X Yes No Addition to Existing Site: Yes No X Number of Parcels: 2 Acres to Be Acquired: 33 Total Project Acreage (if different): Current Zoning: 1 per 20 Existing Structures/Facilities: None Any current covenants, easements or restrictions on land use: No Current Use: Farm and residence Waterfront (name of body of water): Tarboo Creek Shoreline (linear feet): 1,700 feet along mainstem Tarboo Creek Owner Ti del ands/Shorel ands: NA 9. Current Property Owner X is is not a willing seller. Project Description 10. In 1000 words or less, provide a summary description of the project, the match, overarching goal, and three top objectives. Include information about the physical characteristics of the site that is proposed for acquisition with Conservation Futures Program funds including: vegetation, topography, surrounding land use, and relationship to parks, trails, and open space. Describe the use 2 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet planned for the site, any development plans after acquisition (including passive development), characteristics of the site which demonstrate that it is well-suited to the proposed use, and plans for any structures currently on the site. If applicable, describe how the site relates to the larger project, and whether the project has a plan, schedule and funding dedicated to its completion. Please also list any important milestones for the project or critical dates, e.g, grant deadlines. List the dates and explain their importance. Please attach a spreadsheet of the budget. Since 2002, Northwest Watershed Institute and over 40 partnering organizations have been working to protect and restore the Tarboo watershed, from the headwaters of Tarboo Creek to Tarboo-Dabob Bay, with over 3,500 acres conserved to date. The proposed project will permanently protect a key property along the mainstem of Tarboo Creek, with a conservation easement to be held by the Jefferson Land Trust. The conservation easement will permanently protect farmland, forests, and fish and wildlife habitat on the 33 acre property owned by David and Linda Radka and located in the middle of the Tarboo valley and comprised of two adjoining 3 and 30 acre parcels (the "Property"). The conservation easement will include four conservation zones as generally shown on the attached map. The easement as a whole and each zone will have specific protections as summarized below. In general, the conservation easement will prevent subdivision, residential development on the undeveloped parcel, and clearcutting of the existing high quality mature forest, as well as expand permanently protected stream buffers and enhance wildlife habitat. Overall easement The 33 -acre Property will be kept whole. Subdivision or sale of a portion of the Property will be prohibited. A total of one house and one additional dwelling unit (ADU) will be allowed on the Property. Development of a second house site on the 3 -acre undeveloped parcel or elsewhere on the Property will be prohibited. The number and size of other outbuildings and structures (barns) will be limited in the conservation easement to the existing barns and a few potential additional small outbuildings. The conservation easement will not provide a right of public access. However, to give people a better understanding and appreciation of Tarboo Creek and conservation efforts here, the landowners will allow, at their sole discretion, access for supervised tours, field science surveys and research by Northwest Watershed Institute, Jefferson Land Trus, and others. 1. Residential zone The residential zone includes a one acre area around the existing house, yard and large barn. In general, the easement does not limit any uses within this area. An ADU and other structures may be built within this area. 2. Farmland zone In the farmland zone, which includes the pastures, orchard and hay fields, as well as the smaller barn on the 3 acre parcel, agricultural uses will be allowed, such as growing crops or livestock, 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet amending soils, maintaining irrigation, and drainage systems, fencing, and other farmland improvements. The easement will allow maintenance of existing roads and a bridge crossing of a tributary to Tarboo Creek in this zone. In addition, the easement will allow the potential ADU to be sited in this zone west of the creek (if the landowners decide not to locate it in the residential zone), and will limit the number and size of additional agricultural buildings or structures. 3. Forest zone In the forest zone, clear -cutting will be prohibited. Selective thinning will be permitted with the goal of maintaining older forest that provides sustainable income, maintains habitat and scenic values, and restores some old growth forest habitat features over time (including protection of a minimum number of the largest conifers per acre). The general goals of the forest management will be written into the easement and the detailed plans will be worked out in an accompanying forest management plan. No structures or permanent roads will be permitted in this zone. 4. Stream habitat zone A wildlife habitat area will be preserved along the mainstem of Tarboo Creek ranging from 50 to 150 feet on each side of the creek depending on the location (as generally shown on the map). The stream buffer will be substantially wider than currently occurs. No structures, logging, livestock, or other potential impacts in this area will be permitted. To protect and enhance the stream habitat, Northwest Watershed Institute's will raise matching O&M funds to fence the new stream buffers, remove invasive species and plant riparian areas. 11 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet 11. Estimate costs below, including the estimated or appraised value of the propert(ies) or property right(s) to be acquired, even if Conservation Futures funds will only cover a portion of the total project cost. In the case of projects involving multiple acquisitions, please break out appraisals and estimated acquisition costs by parcel. a. Estimated or Appraised Value of Propert(ies) to be Acquired: $120,000 b. Total Estimated Acquisition -related Cost (see Conservation Futures Manual for eligible costs): $39,600 c. Total Operation and Maintenance Cost: $64,500 d. Total Project Cost: $224,100 Basis for Estimates (include information about how the property value(s) was determined, anticipated acquisition -related costs, general description of operation and maintenance work to be performed, task list with itemized budget, and anticipated schedule for completion of work): 5 JCCF Item Request Match Total Cost Total Estimated Value of Conservation Easement 60,000 60,000 120,000 1 Acquisition Related Costs: Appraisal 7,500 0 7,500 Staff Time (Limited to 5% of Total Proj. Cost) 10,000 0 10,000 Legal Fees - prepare CE 7,000 0 7,000 Excise Tax 1050 0 1,050 Recording Fees 250 0 250 Settlement Fees 800 0 800 Title Insurance 500 0 500 Baseline report 0 2,500 2,500 Survey - property boundaries 10,000 0 10,000 Total of Acquisition Related Costs 27,100 2,500 39,600 O&M Costs - invasive plant control, planting, fencing Stewardship plan 0 2,000 2,000 Cultural resource assessment report and permitting 0 5,000 5,000 Fencing new stream buffers 2500 ft x $7/ft 0 17,500 17,500 Invasive removal and control 5 years x 4 ac x $1000/ac 0 20,000 20,000 Planting native riparian trees and shrubs 4ac x $4000/ac 0 16,000 16,000 Supplemental planting in year 3 4 ac x $1000/ac 0 4,000 4,000 Total of O&M Related Costs 0 64,500 64,500 Total Project Costs 1 97,1001 127,0001 224,100 Percent of total 1 43% 57%1 100% 11. Estimate costs below, including the estimated or appraised value of the propert(ies) or property right(s) to be acquired, even if Conservation Futures funds will only cover a portion of the total project cost. In the case of projects involving multiple acquisitions, please break out appraisals and estimated acquisition costs by parcel. a. Estimated or Appraised Value of Propert(ies) to be Acquired: $120,000 b. Total Estimated Acquisition -related Cost (see Conservation Futures Manual for eligible costs): $39,600 c. Total Operation and Maintenance Cost: $64,500 d. Total Project Cost: $224,100 Basis for Estimates (include information about how the property value(s) was determined, anticipated acquisition -related costs, general description of operation and maintenance work to be performed, task list with itemized budget, and anticipated schedule for completion of work): 5 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet Conservation easement (CE) value was estimated by NWI and JLT based on numerous previous appraisals of conservation easements in the Tarboo valley. O & M costs were estimated based on NWI's 15 years experience in completing similar invasive removal and planting projects along Tarboo Creek. The fencing estimate was provided by Kiwi Fencing. See budget above. Schedule August 2106 — JLT and NWI start work with landowners to prepare conservation easement, appraisal, and survey. NWI seeks funding for O&M work. May 2017 — JLT purchases conservation easement from David and Linda Radka. July 2017 — NWI removes invasive plants and Kiwi fencing installs riparian fencing. Jan 2018 — NWI plants fenced riparian areas. Jan 2020 — NWI conducts supplemental planting as needed. Jan 2018-21— NWI conducts four additional years of invasive species control. Scored Questions la. Sponsor or other organizations X will will not contribute to acquisition of proposed site and/or operation and maintenance activities. b. If applicable, please describe below how contributions from groups or agencies will reduce the need to use Conservation Futures program funds. c. Matching Fund Estimate Conservation Futures Funds Requested Matching Funds/Resources* Total Project Acquisition Cost Acquisition O&M % $97,100 $0 43% $62,500 $64,500 57% $159,600 $64,500 100% * If a prior acquisition is being proposed as match, please describe and provide documentation of value, location, date of acquisition and other information that would directly link the match to the property being considered for acquisition. d. Source of matching Amount of funds/resources contribution Radka CE value $60,000 NWI $67,000 Contribution If not, Contribution If not, approved? when? available now? when? Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No 2017 NOTE: Matching funds are strongly recommended and a higher rating will be assigned to those projects that guarantee additional resources for acquisition. Donation of property or a property I 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet right will be considered as a matching resource. Donation of resources for on-going maintenance or stewardship ("in-kind" contributions) are not eligible as a match. 2a. Sponsoring agency X is is not prepared to provide long-term stewardship (maintenance, up -keep, etc.) for the proposed project site. b. Describe any existing programs or future plans for stewardship of the property, including the nature and extent of the commitment of resources to carry out the stewardship plan. Jefferson Land Trust will conduct annual monitoring of the property along with the many other properties in Tarboo watershed that are protected by conservation easements. A detailed stewardship plan for the farm, forest and stream habitat zones will be completed with the conservation easement. Northwest Watershed Institute will raise funds from private donations and grants to conduct the proposed O&M activities as a match to Conservation Futures funding. The O&M work includes protecting the expanded stream habitat zone of the conservation easement by fencing, control of invasive species such as blackberry and reed canarygrass, and replanting stream buffers with native trees and shrubs. NWI also plans to replace two undersized bridge crossings of the creeks, but these are not included in as O&M match funding. 3a.Describe the sponsoring agency's previous or on-going stewardship experience. Jefferson Land Trust, formed in 1989 and accredited in 2009, will hold the conservation easement on the Radka property. The Land Trust has been stewarding conservation easements since 1991 and currently holds and monitors 54 conservation easements in Jefferson County, in addition to conducting monitoring and stewardship activities on the 512 acres it owns. Stewardship activities are carried out by professional staff with the assistance of volunteer Preserve Stewards. The Hoh River Trust and Washington State Parks contract with Jefferson Land Trust to monitor and steward nearly 7400 acres of land under their control. In addition, Jefferson Land Trust stewards land owned by Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend and Department of Natural Resources. Jefferson Land Trust stewardship and monitoring protocols were developed with the guidance of the Land Trust Alliance and adherence to those protocols is one of the requirements for our national accreditation. Northwest Watershed Institute has over 15 years of experience conducting habitat stewardship and restoration projects in the Tarboo watershed. In 2016, NWI completed a very similar stream restoration project on the adjoining conservaton easement protected property to the north, owned by Mark and Tami Pokorny. In addition, consulting forester Mike Cronin, has extensive experience in forestry and will be helpful assisting in developing the forest stewardship plan. b. Has the sponsor and/or applicant of this project been involved in other projects previously approved for Conservation Futures funding? 7 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet No, neither the sponsor nor applicant has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. X Yes, the sponsor and/or applicant for this project has been involved in a project previously approved for Conservation Futures funds. Please provide details: Yes. Six conservation easement projects proposed by NWI and JLT were previously approved for Conservation Futures funding as part of the landscape scale conservation project in the Tarboo watershed and all have been successfully completed. 4 a. Property X can _cannot feasibly be acquired in a timely fashion with available resources. b. Necessary commitments and agreements X are _are not in place. c. All parties X are _are not in agreement on the cost of acquisition. If "not" to any of the above, please explain below. The proposed acquisition X is specifically identified in an adopted open space, conservation, or resource preservation program or plan, or community conservation effort. Please describe below, including the site's importance to the plan. Please reference the website of the plan if available or include the plan with this application. complements an adopted open space or conservation plan, but is not specifically identified. Please describe below, and describe how the proposed acquisition is consistent with the plan. is a stand-alone project. The proposed project is identified as a conservation priority in the following plans — Jefferson Land Trust's Jefferson County Conservation Plan (2010) identifies the property as a priority within three areas — habitat, agriculture, and forestry. http://saveland.org/linkFiles/web_forms/2010_ JLT_ ConservationPlan_LoRes.pdf The Tarboo/Dabob BaV Implementation Strateg, a Sub -Plan of JLT's Jefferson County Conservation Plan, identifies the priority as a priority within the stream corridor priority conservation area along the mainstem of Tarboo Creek. The property is a priority in Northwest Watershed Institute's Tarboo Watershed Conservation Strategy to protect and restore a stream and wetland corridor from the headwaters of Tarboo Creek to Dabob Bay (objective 1) and conserving forestland in the watershed (objective 3). (http://www.nwwatershed.org/conservation-strategy). The proposed properties are within a priority terrestrial conservation area identified and mapped in the Willamette Valley- Puget Trough- -Georgia Basin Ecoregional Assessment (2004 Floberg et al). This priority area includes much of the Tarboo and Thorndyke watersheds. The Ecoregional plan, developed by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and The Nature Conservancy, is one of the primary conservation plans for Puget Sound and has received extensive public and scientific review. 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet 6. Conservation Opportunity or Threat: a. The proposed acquisition site X does _does not provide a conservation or preservation opportunity which would otherwise be lost or threatened. b. If applicable, please carefully describe the nature and immediacy of the opportunity or threat, and any unique qualities about the site. The property owners are nearing retirement and have a limited opportunity to arrange for long- term conservation of the property. If not protected by conservation easement, the property could be split and sold as two separate parcels, with the smaller parcel developed as a second residential site and the mature timber could be clearcut. 7. The proposed acquisition: X provides habitat for State of Washington Priority Habitat and/or State or Federal Threatened, Endangered or Sensitive species. X provides habitat for a variety of native flora or fauna species. X contributes to an existing or future wildlife corridor or migration route. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe and list the Priority Habitats) and Threatened, Endangered, or Sensitive species below, and cite or provide documentation ofspecies' use.' Priority and Listed Species on-site Mainstem Tarboo Creek and tribs Western toad Pileated woodpecker Puget Sound steelhead Hood Canal coho salmon Priority Riparian Habitat State Candidate and Federal Species of Concern State Candidate State Candidate and Federal Threatened Federal Species of Concern Listed Species benefited downstream in Tarboo-Dabob Bay (documented rearing habitat) Hood Canal summer chum salmon State Candidate and Federal Threatened Puget Sound Chinook salmon State Candidate and Federal Threatened Provides habitat for a variety of native flora and fauna The location of the project along Tarboo Creek, proximity to the Tarboo Wildlife Preserve, and diversity of habitats to be protected (fields, forest, streams, pond and wetlands) provides for very high variety of fish, wildlife, bird, amphibian and plant species. Wildlife corridor The proposed project is a key addition to a landscape -scale wildlife corridor along Tarboo Creek, from the headwaters to Tarboo-Dabob Bay. The property also provides a wildlife corridor from the stream to surrounding uplands. Cougar, bobcat, deer, black bear, and other large mammals use these areas, as well as diversity of amphibians, reptiles, and birds. ' See, for example, http://www.dnr.wa.gov/researchscience/topics/naturalheritage/pages/amp nh.aspx hLtp://www.wdfw.wa.gov/conservation/Ths/list/ http://wwwl.dnr.wa. og v/nhp/refdesk/plants.html http://wwwl.dnr.wa. og v/nhp/refdesk/pubs/wa ecological_systems.pdf 0 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet Note — Species and habitats were documented on the property by NWI in salmon spawning and wildlife surveys and visits conducted since 2002. Juvenile rearing salmon species in Tarboo- Dabob Bay documented by NWI and Port Townsend Marine Science Center in 2004 assessment http://www.nwwatershed.org/pubs/tarbooFishSurvey.pdf 8 a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned agricultural use of the proposed acquisition, including any anticipated changes to that use once the property, or property right, is acquired with Conservation Futures funds. The agricultural zone of the conservation easement includes the existing pastures, orchard and hay fields, as well as the smaller barn on the 3 acre parcel. Agricultural uses will be permitted such as growing crops or livestock, amending soils, maintaining irrigation, and drainage systems, fencing, and other farmland improvements. However, the easement will limit other uses in this zone, with the exception of a potential Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU). Additional agricultural structures will be limited in size and number in the easement to prevent impacts to prime agricultural soils. b. Describe any participation by the current property owner in any other agricultural land conservation programs that enhance wildlife habitat including the program and nature of the involvement. The landowner is applying for NRCS EQIP funding to help NWI fund the riparian fencing. c. Is the owner implementing an approved farm plan, or equivalent system of management practices, that is sufficient to meet federal and state standards for soils and water quality on the farm? No, but the agricultural use is low impact and a farm plan will be developed as part of the stewardship plan required as part of the conservation easement to be placed on the property. 9. a. Describe how the proposed acquisition benefits primarily a _local area X broad county area including the area served, the nature of the benefit, the jurisdictions involved, and the populations served. The proposed project benefits a broad county area because it is a key part of much larger conservation effort that spans from the headwaters of Tarboo Creek to the state's Dabob Bay Natural Area. In particular, Dabob Bay has been recognized as a state and national priority for conservation and the proposed project will help protect Tarboo Creek - the main freshwater stream entering the Tarboo-Dabob Bay estuary and critical for its water quality. b. Is the project located in an area that is under -represented by CF funded Projects? Areas that Conservation Futures has not been able to support to date include Marrowstone Island, Toandos Peninsula, Dosewallips Valley, Bolton Peninsula, and the West End. No 10. Describe the educational or interpretive opportunities that exist for providing public access, educational or interpretive displays (signage, kiosks, etc.) on the proposed site, including any plans to provide those improvements and any plans for public accessibility. 2 The words "education" and "interpretation" are interpreted broadly by the CF Committee. 10 2013 Conservation Futures Application and Ratings Sheet Because the property includes a strong mix of forestry, farm and stream habitat, it provides an excellent opportunity to educate the public on a variety of sustainable land management practices and the larger Tarboo watershed conservation project. The owners are willing to allow access for supervised tours, field science surveys, and research. Northwest Watershed Institute's "base of operations" for education and public involvement is the nearby 400 acre Tarboo Wildlife Preserve, so the proposed project will be a valuable addition to overall public outreach programs. 11. The proposed acquisition X includes historic or culturally significant resources3 and is registered with the National Register of Historic Places, or an equivalent program. is recognized locally as having historic or cultural resources. X is adjacent to and provides a buffer for a historic or cultural site. If affirmative in any of the above, please describe below, and cite or provide documentation of the historical or cultural resources. Four Native American tribes have treaty reserved fishing, hunting and gathering rights in the Tarboo watershed (Point No Point Treaty of 1855). Many of the indigenous plants and animals are considered by the tribes to be important cultural resources, critical to the survival of tribal religious and social traditions. The proposed project conserves native plants and wildlife that are considered cultural resources by the tribes, including three species of salmon, deer, plants used for food, medicinal and religious purposes. 12a. Describe the extent and nature of current and planned silvicultural use of the proposed acquisition. Please cite or provide documentation of existing or planned silvicultural activities including forest management plan(s). In the forest zone, clear -cutting will be prohibited. Selective thinning will be permitted with the goal of maintaining older forest that provides sustainable income, maintains habitat and scenic values, and restores some old growth forest habitat features over time (including protection of a minimum number of the largest conifers per acre). The general goals of the forest management will be written into the easement and the detailed plans will be worked out in an accompanying forest management plan. No structures or permanent roads will be permitted in this zone. b. Describe any participation by current property owner in silviculture conservation programs, including the program and nature of the involvement. The property owners are enrolling in the NRCS EQIP program, which may provide funding for developing a detailed forest management plan. c. Describe the owners' plans for utilizing "clear cutting' , if applicable. The owners do not plan to use clear cutting, as discussed above. s Cultural resources means archeological and historic sites and artifacts, and traditional religious ceremonial and social uses and activities of affected Indian Tribes and mandatory protections of resources under chapters 27.44 and 27.53 RCW. 4 "Clearcut" means a harvest method in which the entire stand of trees is removed in one timber harvesting operation. Except as provided in WAC 222-30-110, an area remains clearcut until: It meets the minimum stocking requirements under WAC 222-34-010(2) or 222-34-020(2); and 11 2013 Conservation Futzxres 21pplication and Ratings Sheet Verification 13. Sponsors of applications that are approved for funding by the Board of County Commissioners are required to submit a brief progress report by October 30 every year for three years after the award is approved, or three years after the acquisition funds are disbursed to the applicant, whichever is later. The progress report must address any changes in the project focus or purpose, progress in obtaining matching funding, and stewardship and maintenance. Sponsors receiving O&M funds will also submit an annual report for each year that O&M funds are expended. The Committee will use the information to develop a project "report card" that will be submitted annually to the Board of County Commissioners. If this application is approved for funding, I understand the sponsor is required to submit pro ess reports for three years and for any year in which O&M funds are expended. > Initials March T 2016Date 14. If, three years after the date funding is approved by the Board of County Commissioners, the applicants have not obtained the required matching funds, the Committee may request the Board of County Commissioners to nullify their approval of funds, and may require the project to re -apply. If this application is approved for funding, I understand that we may be required to re -submit the application if the project sponsor does not obtain the necessary matching funding within three years. Initials March 7 2016 Date Attachments Maps and photos of the proposed project (also emailed in PDF format) Willing landowner letters from David and Linda Radka 12 Linda and David Radka 999 Old Tarboo Road Quilcene, WA 98376 March 1, 2016 Peter Bahls, Director Northwest Watershed Institute 3407 Eddy Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Dear Peter: I am writing to express support for the 2016 Tarboo Creek Conservation Easement grant proposal by Northwest Watershed Institute and Jefferson Land Trust to the Jefferson County Conservation Futures program. We are interested in selling a conservation easement to Jefferson Land Trust for $60,000. We understand this may represent a partial donation (bargain sale) if the appraisal comes in higher than our requested amount. Of the $60,000 sale price, we plan to donate $30,000 back to Jefferson Land Trust upon closing to pay the one-time stewardship fee. The conservation easement will permanently protect farmland, forests, and fish and wildlife habitat on our 33 acre property located along the mainstem of Tarboo Creek and comprised of two adjoining 3 and 30 acre parcels (the "Property"). The conservation easement will include four conservation zones as generally shown on the attached map. The easement as a whole and each zone will have specific protections as summarized below. Overall easement The 33 -acre Property will be kept whole. Subdivision or sale of a portion of the Property will be prohibited. A total of one house and one additional dwelling unit (ADU) will be allowed on the Property. Development of a second house site on the 3 -acre undeveloped parcel or elsewhere on the Property will be prohibited. The number and size of other outbuildings and structures (barns) will be limited in the conservation easement to the existing barns and a few potential additional small outbuildings. The conservation easement will not provide a right of public access. However, to give people a better understanding and appreciation of Tarboo Creek and conservation efforts here, we will allow, at our sole discretion, access for supervised tours, field science surveys and research. 1. Residential zone The residential zone includes a one acre area around the existing house, yard and large barn. In general, the easement does not limit any uses within this area. An ADU and other structures may be built within this area. 2. Farmland zone In the farmland zone, which includes the pastures, orchard and hay fields, as well as the smaller barn on the 3 acre parcel, agricultural uses will be allowed, such as growing crops or livestock, amending soils, maintaining irrigation, and drainage systems, fencing, and other farmland improvements. The easement will allow maintenance of existing roads and a bridge crossing of a tributary to Tarboo Creek in this zone. In addition, the easement will allow the potential ADU to be sited in this zone west of the creek (if we decide not to locate it in the residential zone), and will limit the number and size of additional agricultural buildings or structures. 3. Forest zone In the forest zone, clear -cutting will be prohibited. Selective thinning will be permitted with the goal of maintaining older forest that provides sustainable income, maintains habitat and scenic values, and restores some old growth forest habitat features over time (including protection of a minimum number of the largest conifers per acre). The general goals of the forest management will be written into the easement and the detailed plans will be worked out in an accompanying forest management plan. No structures or permanent roads will be permitted in this zone. 4. Stream habitat zone A wildlife habitat area will be preserved along the mainstem of Tarboo Creek ranging from 50 to 150 feet on each side of the creek depending on the location (as generally shown on the map). No structures, logging, livestock, or other potential impacts in this area will be permitted, with the exception of maintenance of the existing mowed trail beside the pond and along the west side of the Creek and maintenance and replacement of the existing driveway bridge crossing. To protect and enhance the stream habitat area, we support Northwest Watershed Institute's effort to obtain restoration funding to replace two existing bridges, fence new stream habitat where needed, and plant riparian areas. If funding is granted for this project, we look forward to working out the details of the conservation easement with Jefferson Land Trust and Northwest Watershed Institute. Sincerely, Linda Radka David Radka Map of proposed Radka conservation easement and conservation zones. Map of proposed Radka conservation easement and conservation zones. Page Figure 1. Site location map of proposed Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest Project. I loc Tarboo Watershed Parcel Ownership QDabob Bay Natural Resource Conservation Area Streams ® Conservation Easements ® Restorafion Projects ® Conservation&Restorafion uPope Resources O DNR Trust Lands - DNR Natural Area ONorthwest Watershed Institute O WDWF Critical Habitat Preserve OCounty Park OUnder Appraisal O Other - Private OLakes DNR Aquafic Lands Qwne OUnknown O Public - Private ONorthwest Watershed Institute ,y1�\ W cit E Northwest S Watershed Institute February 2016 0 0.5 1 Miles Figure 2. Tarboo-Dabob Bay watershed map showing project site and other protected lands along Tarboo Creek and within the Dabob Bay Natural Area. Figure 3. Project site in relation to adjacent and nearby conservation easement protected properties along the Tarboo Creek wildlife corridor. ----------- '- Radka Proposed Conservation Easement Forest "A" Zone Farm - Y zone c )o Creek Strean IHabita Zone Farm zone ' 4 [IN- 6 _ 300 ft�, r � Imagery Date: 5/5/2013 47" 54'07.69" N 122"49'31 ZDabob Bay Natural Areal -Boundary - - Existing Conservation Easements Figure 6. Linda Radka with barn and log house in background. � .-, L. ... 4 1 # ■ ;fir. Figure 7. Upper pasture and forest to be protected in farmland forest zone. r 4 1 # ■ ;fir. Figure 7. Upper pasture and forest to be protected in farmland forest zone. Figure 8. View north of hayfields on east side of Tarboo Creek. Figure 9. Fruit orchard and pasture west of house and barn. +fi v ��w p �•'.5 y ! w7 M1 �r tr s �a ��w xa1 Figure 12. Stream habitat zone on the southeast portion of property. LI Figure 13. Pond used by juvenile coho for rearing. Figure 14. Existing narrow buffer along Tarboo Creek to be expanded and restored. Figure 15. Native riparian trees planted in 2016 on expanded stream buffer on adjacent Pokorny Conservation Easement to the north. Jefferson Land Trust February 16, 2016 WHEREAS, Jefferson Land Trust is an applicant or sponsor for more than one Conservation Futures Funding application, and Conservation Futures Funding Application process requires that Jefferson Land Trust prioritize its projects, and WHEREAS, Jefferson Land Trust has been working since 2006 in partnership with Jefferson LandWorks Collaborative whose mission is to keep the farms and forests of Jefferson County, Washington, working, productive and profitable, and WHEREAS, the Serendipity Farm is indicated as priority agricultural and habitat land in several local and regional plans, and the landowner is eager to complete the project, and WHEREAS, approximately 48 acres of prime agricultural land on Serendipity Farm, will be protected for prime agricultural soils, riparian habitat of Cemetery Creek and some associated wetlands on the agriculturally zoned acreage by an agricultural conservation casement, and WHEREAS, this important community asset will require stewardship in perpetuity, to include annual monitoring, maintenance, and management, AND WHEREAS, Jefferson Land Trust has been working since 1995 in partnership with Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, Washington Department of Natural Resources, the community and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to acquire land lot by lot to preserve a 3.5 - mile greenbelt and natural storm -water drainage -way called the Quimper Wildlife Corridor, and WHEREAS, professional naturalists and scientists have recommended that this corridor be expanded to provide further benefit for wildlife species, especially migrating birds, and to provide additional wetland buffers, and WHEREAS, acquisition of high-priority identified lots in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor area from willing sellers would provide such wildlife and wetland protection, and WHEREAS, this important community asset will require stewardship in perpetuity, to include annual monitoring, maintenance, and management, as spelled out in the City -adopted Quimper Wildlife Corridor Management Plan, Resolution, AND WHEREAS, Jefferson Land Trust has been working since 2004 in partnership with Northwest Watershed Institute to acquire and restore critical forested watershed, riparian, estuarine and nearshore habitat in the TarbooCreek/ Dabob Bay watershed area, and WHEREAS, Northwest Watershed Institute has requested that Jefferson Land Trust sponsor their Conservation Futures Funding application for acquisition of a conservation casement to be held by Jefferson Land Trust, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED that Jefferson Land Trust agreed at its February 16, 2016 Board of Directors meeting to sponsor several applications to the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program. The Board agreed that Serendipity Farm application for purchase of a conservation easement is the highest project priority for 2016 Conservation Futures Funding due to the agricultural and economic values, and landowner willingness. The second highest priority is funding for acquisition of parcels in the Quimper Wildlife Corridor. The properties for sale in the corridor are high priority for protection due to the habitat, floodplain and recreational qualities. The third highest priority is funding for the acquisition of a conservation easement on the — 33 acre Radke property to support our project partner Northwest Watershed Institute in preserving critical watershed and riparian habitat in the Tarboo Creek project area. Signed this. 6th day of Fqbruary, 2016. Steve Moore, Predent, Board of Directors Jefferson Land TfUst JEFFERSON LAND TRUST 2016 OPERATING BUDGET INCOME 2015 Actuals 2016 Budget Unrestricted Capital Funds for Programs and $165,888 $1,020,600 Values of Conservation Easements Restricted Capital Funds, Grant Funds from Gov'I $1,349,114 $1,173,898 and Private Sources $161,797 $177,291 Endowment Contributions $8,309 $5,200 Operations Income Annual Contributions $228,735 $287,390 Special Events $158,483 $48,000 Fee for Services $115,463 $202,507 Investment Income $4,714 $4,600 Other $19,352 $3,300 TOTAL INCOME $2,050,058 $2,745,495 EXPENSE Program Expenses - Advertising, Facility Rental, $48,022 $43,590 Food, Travel, Postage, Supplies, Printing Acquisition and conveyance expenses- Acquisition $14,872 $35,800 and closing expenses, due diligence expenses, recording fees Land/Easement Holding Expenses $35,165 $107,449 Professional services- appraisals, environmental $161,797 $177,291 assessments, legal, surveys, financial management, land consulting Administrative Expenses- Accounting, equipment, $142,837 $135,262 postage, shipping, rent, communications, utilities Training $2,065 $6,470 Payroll Expense $454,519 $475,643 TOTAL EXPENSE $859,277 $981,505 NET INCOME $1,190,781 $1,763,990 7i;tl U �410i� -I JUTERSON I11�ND TRUST Steve Moore, President IT Consultant, retired Jefferson Land Trust Board of Directors Robin Fitch, PhD, Vice President Environmental Scientist CAPT, US Navy reserve, retired US Navy civilian, retired Michael Machette, Treasurer Geologist Poleo Seis Surveys LLC Bethany Axtman, Secretary Actuary Cambia Health Solutions (Regence) Nan Evans City of Port Townsend Planning Commission The Nature Conservancy, retired 2016 Glenda Hultman Attorney Co -Founder, Medifor Gary Keister CEO Wescom Capital, Inc. David Reid Architect, retired Brie Van Cleve Policy Analyst Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Debbie Wardrop General Manager The Resort at Port Ludlow Jefferson Land Trust Professional Staff 2016 RICHARD TUCKER Executive Director Richard holds a BA and JD from Florida State University, and a MPA in Coastal Resources Management from the University of West Florida. Richard's career has been devoted to conservation, beginning as a city planner in Pensacola, Florida where he helped create the Escambia Bay Bluffs Park. After moving to the Northwest almost thirty years ago, he worked for the Puget Sound Water Quality Authority and then spent 15 years working for King County. While there, his areas of focus included protecting habitat, working farms and forests, implementing a public benefit rating system, and managing a multi -county salmon recovery effort. He then joined the Trust for Public Land in Georgia, creating new parks in Atlanta for the Atlanta Beltline and preserving land along the Chattahoochee River. His conservation experience spans large and small: he worked for the Nature Conservancy of Alabama and a local land trust in Alabama as well. SARAH SPAETH Director, Conservation and Strategic Partnerships Sarah grew up in the Northwest, in Seattle and the San Juan Islands, and received her undergraduate degree in marine biology from Western Washington University and a graduate degree in coastal zone management from the School of Marine Affairs at the University of Washington. Sarah was originally hired as a project coordinator in 1996 for what was then called the North Quimper Peninsula Wildlife Corridor, has served in the past as Jefferson Land Trust's executive director, and now oversees our projects and partnerships in her role as Director of Conservation. She works closely with land owners and community members, as well as governmental and non-profit agencies to shepherd all of our land projects through to protection. Prior to working at Jefferson Land Trust, she served as a marine consultant with the Port Townsend Marine Science Center, along with a long stint working on natural history charter boats in Southeast Alaska. CHRIS CLARK Director, Development and Public Relations A Northwest native, Chris joined the Jefferson Land Trust team in 2015 to oversee the organization's growing fundraising and communications efforts. In this role, she is able to blend her passion for conservation with twenty years of professional experience in program development, nonprofit management and fundraising. She comes most recently from a senior leadership position at Conservation Northwest, and has also held fundraising management positions at Grist and the University of Washington. Chris is a seasoned nonprofit leader, serving as Executive Director for both the Edmonds Community College Foundation and Rosehedge AIDS Housing and Health Care in Seattle. She holds a B.A. in English Literature and Masters in Public Administration, both from the University of Washington. ERIK KINGFISHER Stewardship Director Erik manages the conservation agreements and the protected properties of Jefferson Land Trust. He works with landowners and partners to monitor, protect, and restore conservation properties in which the Land Trust holds an interest. Erik has been involved in the land trust movement since 2003 and brings a breadth of conservation project experience as well as non-profit management skills to the team. With a BA in environmental education, he spent several years on the Olympic Peninsula working as a naturalist, guide and educator, after which he achieved his MA in Environmental Politics. CAROLINE ROBERTSON Communications Director Caroline Robertson coordinates communications to inform and educate the community on the benefits of local land conservation, promote a stewardship ethic, and engage our constituents in the work we do. She grew up in the San Francisco Bay area, earned a B.A. in English Language and Literature at the University of Chicago, and moved to Jefferson County after years in Santa Fe, New Mexico. CARRIE CLENDANIEL Stewardship Associate Carrie's work focuses on restoring and maintaining our Nature Preserves along with the help of many dedicated volunteers. She also supports the acquisition work related to protecting new conservation properties, and works to develop the next generation of land stewards through providing on -the -land learning experiences for local K-12 students. She grew up exploring the outdoors and a love of nature originally sparked an interest in science that led to a B.A. in Biology from Northwestern University and a M.S. of Biological Sciences from Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory. Returning home to the Olympic Peninsula, she learned about local habitat restoration while working as a Washington Conservation Corps member with the North Olympic Salmon Coalition restoration crew. During that time, she became acquainted with Jefferson Land Trust as a volunteer, then as an Americorps staff, and most recently as stewardship staff. SHELBY SMITH Salesforce Administrator As the Database Administrator, Shelby spends her days helping Jefferson Land Trust track and measure our work. She grew up in east Jefferson County, and spent her childhood alternately sailing on the Salish Sea, and riding her horse on the trails and beaches near Mats Mats Bay. Shelby has a degree in Environmental Education & Mass Communication from Western Washington University. Her varied work experience has a "green thread" running through it --from serving as a shipboard naturalist and environmental educator, to regional salmon recovery work, to digital communications, to sustainable economic development, to habitat conservation, Shelby's work is always focused on bringing human community into right relationship with the natural world. She brings deep roots in Jefferson County and a strong sense of place to her work with Jefferson Land Trust. KATHLEEN WACKER Finance Assistant Kathleen provides administrative support to Jefferson Land Trust, with a focus on maintaining the day- to-day financial processes that keep this organization strong. She brings a passion for wildlife habitat to her work. Before moving to Jefferson County, she was involved in volunteer work at a wildlife rehabilitation center, providing care for injured or orphaned wildlife with the goal of releasing each back to the wild. She served on the board of directors of Suisun Wildlife Center in Suisun, CA, and on the board of directors of the Walnut Creek (CA) Employees Association. Kathleen enjoys all aspects of wildlife watching and wood carving, drawing from nature the inspiration to create using the many varied and available types of wood from the Olympic Peninsula. CAITLIN BATTERSBY Administrative and Development Assistant Caitlin studied photojournalism at the University of Central Florida and interned at local papers. To balance out all of that time indoors, she started photographing nature and studying herbalism at the Florida School of Holistic Living. When she moved to the Puget Sound area for a magazine internship, she fell in love with the Olympic Peninsula for its mountains, rivers, forests, and nature -loving people. She decided to settle here, where her career path could include her love of the wild. INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE DISTRICT DIRECTOR 2 CUPANIA CIRCLE MONTEREY PARK, CA 91755-7406 Date: MAY 0 3 1494 JEFFERSON LAND TRUST C/O DOUG MASON PRES PO BOX 1610 PORT TOWNSEND, WA 98368-0109 Dear Applicant: DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY Employer Identification Number: 91-1465078 Case Number: 954109002 Contact Person: TYRONE THOMAS Contact Telephone Number: (213) 894-2289 Our Letter Dated: May 08, 1990 Addendum Applies: No This modifies our letter of the above date in which we stated that you would be treated as an organization that is not a private foundation until the expiration of your advance ruling period. Your exempt status under section 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code as an organization described in section 5.01(c)(3) is still in effect. Based on the information you submitted, we have determined that you are not a private foundation within the meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because you are an organization of the type described in section 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). Grantors and contributors may rely on this determination unless the Internal Revenue Service publishes notice to the contrary. However, if you lose your section 509(a)(1) status, a grantor or contributor may not rely on this determination if he or she was in part responsible for, or was aware of, the act or failure to act, or the substantial or material change on the part of the organization that resulted in your loss of such status, or if he or she acquired knowledge that the Internal Revenue Service had given notice that you would no longer be classified as a section 509(a)(1) organization. If we have indicated in the heading of this letter that an addendum applies, the addendum enclosed is an integral part of this letter. Because this letter could help resolve any questions about your private foundation status, please keep it in your permanent records. If you have any questions, please contact the person whose name and telephone number are shown above. Sincerely- yours, j000- /��Ri'chard R. Orosco District Director Letter 1050 (DO/CG) JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Table of Contents Independent Auditor's Report Consolidated Financial Statements: Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Consolidated Statement of Activities Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements Supplementary Information: Consolidated Schedule of Functional Expenses Page 1-2 4 6-16 17 Clark Nuberp-, Independent Auditor's Report Board of Directors Jefferson Land Trust and Subsidiary Port Townsend, Washington We have audited the accompanying consolidated financial statements of Jefferson Land Trust and Subsidiary (collectively, JLT, a nonprofit organization), which comprise the consolidated statement of financial position as of December 31, 2014, and the related consolidated statements of activities and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements. Management's Responsibility for the Financial Statements Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of these financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America; this includes the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error. Auditor's Responsibility Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit. We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. An audit involves performing procedures to obtain audit evidence about the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. The procedures selected depend on the auditor's judgment, including the assessment of the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error. In making those risk assessments, the auditor considers internal control relevant to the entity's preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity's internal control. Accordingly, we express no such opinion. An audit also includes evaluating the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. T. 425-454-4919 We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a T. 800-504-8747 basis for our audit opinion. F: 425-454-4620 Opinion 10900 NE 4th St Suite 1700 In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, Bellevue WA the financial position of JLT as of December 31, 2014, and the changes in its net assets and its 98004 cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. Clark Nuberp-, Correction of Error As discussed in Note 12 to the financial statements, certain errors resulting in overstatement of amounts previously reported for unrestricted net assets and understatement of amounts previously reported for temporarily restricted net assets as of December 31, 2013, were discovered by management of JLT during the current year. Accordingly, amounts reported for unrestricted and temporarily restricted net assets have been restated in the 2013 financial statements now presented to correct the error. Our opinion is not modified with respect to that matter. Report on Summarized Comparative Information We have previously audited JLT's 2013 financial statements, and we expressed an unmodified audit opinion on those audited financial statements in our report dated June 17, 2014. In our opinion, the summarized comparative information presented herein as of and for the year ended December 31, 2013, is consistent, in all material respects other than the correction of error noted in the previous section, with the audited financial statements from which it has been derived. Report on Supplementary Information Our audit was conducted for the purpose of forming an opinion on the financial statements as a whole. The consolidated schedule of functional expenses is presented for purposes of additional analysis and is not a required part of the financial statements. Such information is the responsibility of management and was derived from and relates directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial statements. The information has been subjected to the auditing procedures applied in the audit of the financial statements and certain additional procedures, including comparing and reconciling such information directly to the underlying accounting and other records used to prepare the financial statements or to the financial statements themselves, and other additional procedures in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America. In our opinion, the information is fairly stated in all material respects in relation to the financial statements as a whole. 6Eatk. `1'}u.� P s Certified Public Accountants June 11, 2015 -2- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Consolidated Statement of Financial Position December 31, 2014 (With Comparative Totals for 2013) Total land and conservation easements (Note 5) 1,745,331 2013, Furniture and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation 2014 As Restated Assets 7,132 8,523 Cash and equivalents $ 624,624 $ 496,776 Investments (Note 2) 378,051 413,675 Accounts receivable 35,174 58,160 Pledges receivable (Note 3) 451,123 431,579 Note receivable (Note 4) 71,008 74,846 Prepaid expenses 4,555 2,689 Land, conservation easements, and purchase options - Habitat land 1,451,717 1,328,192 Working land 25,048 25,048 Open space land 268,512 256,332 Conservation easements 54 53 Total land and conservation easements (Note 5) 1,745,331 1,609,625 Furniture and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation of $21,154 (2013 - $18,394) 7,132 8,523 Total Assets $ 3,316,998 $ 3,095,873 Liabilities and Net Assets Accounts payable $ 18,251 $ 1,876 Accrued expenses and deferred revenue 35,074 27,281 Total Liabilities 53,325 29,157 Net Assets: Unrestricted (Note 8) - Undesignated, as restated (Note 12) 303,965 396,394 Board designated 1,745,331 1,609,625 Total unrestricted net assets, as restated (Note 12) 2,049,296 2,006,019 Temporarily restricted, as restated (Notes 9 and 12) 1,169,898 1,024,787 Permanently restricted (Note 10) 44,479 35,910 Total Net Assets 3,263,673 3,066,716 Total Liabilities and Net Assets $ 3,316,998 $ 3,095,873 See accompanying notes. -3- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Consolidated Statement of Activities For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 (With Comparative Totals for 2013) Revenue and Gains: Gifts and contributions Fair value of easement acquisitions Grants and contracts Special events income, net of net of expenses of $20,661 (2013 - $22,403) Timber sales Net investment return (Note 2) Release from restriction (Note 9) Total Revenue and Gains Expenses: Program General and administrative Fundraising Total Expenses Change in Net Assets Net assets, beginning of year, (as restated, Note 12) Net Assets, End of Year See accompanying notes. Temporarily Permanently Unrestricted Restricted Restricted $ 156,416 $ 413,944 $ 1,297,250 240,149 93,391 74,416 8,625 343,249 (343,249) 2,139,080 145,111 7,887 $ 578,247 $ 341,113 1,297,250 875,001 240,149 607,382 93,391 105,387 74,416 682 9,307 10,163 8,569 2,292,760 1,939,046 1,862,944 1,862,944 1,313,387 118,437 118,437 98,383 114,422 114,422 89,713 2,095,803 2,095,803 1,501,483 43,277 145,111 8,569 196,957 437,563 2,006,019 1,024,787 35,910 3,066,716 2,629,153 $ 2,049,296 $ 1,169,898 $ 44,479 $ 3,263,673 $ 3,066,716 -4- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 (With Comparative Totals for 2013) Cash Flows From Operating Activities: Change in net assets Adjustments to reconcile change in net assets to net cash provided by operating activities - Depreciation Realized and unrealized losses (gains) on investments Donated land and easements Changes in assets and liabilities: Accounts receivable Pledges receivable Prepaid expenses Accounts payable Accrued expenses and deferred revenue Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities Cash Flows From Investing Activities: Purchases of investments Proceeds from sale of investments Proceeds from note receivable Purchases of land Proceeds from sale of land Purchases of furniture and equipment Net Cash Used by Investing Activities Net Change in Cash and Cash Equivalents Cash balance, beginning of year Cash Balance, End of Year Supplemental Disclosure of Cash Flow Information: Donated land received See accompanying notes. -5- 2014 2013 $ 196,957 $ 437,563 2,760 2,596 1,282 (246) (8,000) 22,986 8,045 (19,544) 83,441 (1,866) (1,210) 16,375 (6,934) 7,793 (26,152) 218,743 497,103 (4,909) (5,558) 39,251 59,931 3,838 3,545 (129,983) (389,759) 2,277 (1,369) (2,250) (90,895) (334,091) 127,848 163,012 496,776 333,764 $ 624,624 $ 496,776 $ 8,000 $ - JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 1- Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Organization - Jefferson Land Trust (the Land Trust) is a Washington nonprofit corporation, formed on April 7, 1989. The Land Trust's purpose is to acquire, preserve and manage open space lands and easements for land conservation purposes benefitting the public. The Land Trust also provides information and materials to the public on land conservation issues. The Land Trust serves Jefferson County on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington. The Land Trust has been accredited by the national Land Trust Alliance since August 5, 2009. On September 5, 2007, JLT Resources, LLC was formed with the Land Trust as its only member. JLT Resources, LLC was formed for the purpose of purchasing and holding land for conservation purposes. Principles of Consolidation - These financial statements consolidate the statements of Jefferson Land Trust and JLT Resources, LLC (collectively, "JLT"). Inter -organization balances and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Basis of Accounting- The consolidated financial statements of JLT have been prepared on the accrual basis of accounting. Basis of Presentation - Net assets, revenues, gains and losses are classified based on the existence or absence of donor - imposed restrictions. Accordingly, the net assets of JLT and changes therein are classified and reported as follows: Unrestricted Net Assets - Include all net assets on which there are no donor -imposed restrictions for use, or on which donor -imposed restrictions were temporary and have expired or been fulfilled. Temporarily Restricted Net Assets - Include all net assets subject to donor -imposed restrictions that will be met by actions of JLT and/or the passage of time. Permanently Restricted Net Assets - Include all net assets received by donations wherein the donors impose a permanent restriction on the use of the gift. The donors require the gift to be invested and only the income from such investments may be used to support the intended cause. All donor -restricted support is reported as increases in temporarily or permanently restricted net assets, depending on the nature of the restriction. When restrictions expire (that is, when a stipulated time restriction ends and/or purpose restriction is accomplished), temporarily restricted net assets are reclassified to unrestricted net assets and reported in the consolidated statement of activities as net assets released from restriction. Gifts of equipment are reported as unrestricted support unless explicit donor stipulations specify how the donated assets must be used. Gifts of long-lived assets with explicit restrictions that specify how the assets are to be used and gifts of cash or other assets that must be used to acquire long-lived assets are reported as restricted support. Absent explicit donor stipulations about how long those long-lived assets must be maintained, expirations of donor restrictions are reported when the donated or acquired long-lived assets are placed in service. Use of Estimates - The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (U.S. GAAP) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Cash and Equivalents - For reporting purposes, JLT considers all unrestricted highly liquid investments with a purchased maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents. -6- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 1- Continued Concentrations - JLT maintains its cash in bank deposit accounts with two financial institutions. JLT's cash balances may, at times, exceed federally insured limits. At December 31, 2014, one donor's pledge represented approximately 26% of pledges receivable, and the total of all pledges from board members represented approximately 52% of pledges receivable. At December 31, 2013, one donor's pledge represented approximately 33% of pledges receivable, and the total of all pledges from board members represented approximately 48% of pledges receivable. Investments - Investments in marketable securities with readily determinable fair values are valued at their fair values in the consolidated statement of financial position. The carrying amount of the investment held in trust is determined by the trustee holding the securities. Certificates of deposit are carried at cost plus accrued interest in the consolidated statement of financial position. Unrealized gains and losses are included in the change in net assets. Accounts Receivable - Accounts receivable are stated at the amount management expects to collect from outstanding balances. Management provides for probable uncollectible amounts through a charge to earnings and a credit to a valuation allowance based on its assessment of the current status of individual accounts. Balances still outstanding after management has used reasonable collection efforts are written off through a charge to the valuation allowance and a credit to trade accounts receivable. Grants and Contracts - JLT receives grants and contracts from federal, state, and local agencies, as well as from private organizations, to be used for specific programs or land purchases. The excess of grants receivable over reimbursable expenditures to -date is recorded as deferred revenue. Furniture and Equipment - Furniture and equipment are capitalized at cost if purchased, or, if donated, at the approximate fair value at the date of donation. When retired or otherwise disposed of, the related carrying value and accumulated depreciation are removed from the respective accounts and the net difference, less any amount realized from disposition, is reflected in earnings. Maintenance and repairs are charged to expenses as incurred. Costs of significant improvements are capitalized. JLT provides for depreciation using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets of five to ten years. Land and Easements - JLT records acquisitions of land at cost if purchased. Land acquired through donation is recorded at fair value, with fair values generally based on independent professional appraisals. These assets fall into two primary categories: Conservation Lands - Real property with significant ecological value for habitat, open space, or working lands. Stewardship programs of JLT manage these properties to protect the natural biological diversity of the property. JLT manages its working timberland as a Forest Stewardship Council - Certified, managed forest. Conservation Easements - Voluntary legal agreements between a landowner and a land trust or government agency to permanently protect the identified natural features and conservation values of the property. These easements may be sold or transferred to others so long as the assignee agrees to carry out, in perpetuity, the conservation purposes intended by the original grantor. Conservation easements owned by JLT protect habitat, open space and working lands, such as family farms, through its stewardship programs. -7- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 1- Continued Easements acquired represent numerous restrictions over the use and development of land not owned by JLT. Since the benefits of such easements accrue to the public upon acquisition, the fair market value of easements acquired is shown in the year of acquisition as an addition to net assets to record the donation of the easement, and unless conveyed to a public agency for consideration, shown as a reduction in net assets to record the value of the public's benefit and to recognize that these easements have no marketable value once severed from the land and held by JLT. Easements held by JLT are carried on the consolidated statement of financial position at $1 each for tracking and accounting purposes. Two easements valued at $1,297,250 in total were donated to JLT during the year ended December 31, 2014. Accordingly, $1,297,250 of contribution revenue and $1,297,249 of related write down expense have been reported on the consolidated statement of activities for the year ended December 31, 2014. Four easements valued at $875,001 in total were donated to JLT during the year ended December 31, 2013. Accordingly, $875,001 of contribution revenue and $874,997 of related write down expense were reported on the consolidated statement of activities for the year ended December 31, 2013. Federal Income Taxes - The Internal Revenue Service has determined Jefferson Land Trust and JLT Resources, LLC (a disregarded entity) to be exempt from federal income taxes under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Contributions to JLT are deductible as allowed under Section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) of the Code. During the year ended December 31, 2012, the Land Trust elected the provisions of Section 501(h), relating to expenditures to influence legislation. Functional Allocation of Expenses - The costs of providing the various programs and other activities have been summarized on a functional basis in the consolidated statement of activities. Accordingly, certain costs have been allocated among the programs and supporting services benefited. Comparative Amounts for 2013 - The financial statements include certain prior -year summarized comparative information in total but not by net asset class. Such information does not include sufficient detail to constitute a presentation in conformity with U.S. GAAP. Accordingly, such information should be read in conjunction with JL -Fs financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2013, from which the summarized information was derived. Subsequent Events - JLT has evaluated subsequent events through June 11, 2015, the date on which the consolidated financial statements were available to be issued. Note 2 - Fair Value Measurements U.S. GAAP defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and requires disclosures about fair value measurements. To increase consistency and comparability in fair value measurements, U.S. GAAP uses a fair value hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs to valuation approaches into three broad levels. The hierarchy gives the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets (Level 1) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3). Valuation Techniques - Financial assets and liabilities valued using Level 1 inputs are based on unadjusted quoted market prices within active markets. Financial assets and liabilities valued using Level 2 inputs are based primarily on quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active or inactive markets. Financial assets and liabilities using Level 3 inputs are primarily valued using management's assumptions about the assumptions market participants would utilize in pricing the asset or liability. Valuation techniques utilized to determine fair value are consistently applied. -8- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 2 - Continued Following is a description of the valuation methodologies used for assets measured at fair value. There have been no changes in the methodologies used at December 31, 2014 and December 31, 2013. Stocks - Valued at quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets. Mutual Funds - Valued at quoted market prices in active markets, which represent the net asset value (NAV) of shares held by JLT at year-end. There are no significant redemption restrictions or unfunded commitments on these investments. Fair Values Measured on a Recurring Basis - Fair values of investments measured on a recurring basis at December 31 were as follows: Stocks Mutual funds - Fixed income mutual fund Total Investments Held at Fair Value Certificates of deposit, held at cost plus accrued interest Total Investments Mutual funds - Fixed income mutual fund Total Investments Held at Fair Value Certificates of deposit, held at cost plus accrued interest Total Investments Fair Value Measurements as of December 31, 2014 Level Level $ 98,642 $ 44,197 $ 142,839 $ Level 3 Total 98,642 44,197 $ - $ 142,839 235,212 $ 378,051 Fair Value Measurements as of December 31, 2013 Level Level Level Total $ 38,502 $ - $ - $ 38,502 $ 38,502 $ - $ - $ 38,502 -9- 375,173 $ 413,675 JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 2 - Continued A reconciliation of the beginning and ending fair value balances for funds held at a community foundation using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3) were as follows: Beginning balance at January 1 Interest income Realized/unrealized gain Investment fees paid Withdrawals Ending Balance at December 31 Investment return for the years ended December 31 consisted of the following: Interest income Realized/unrealized (loss) gain Investment fees Note 3 - Pledges Receivable Pledges receivable at December 31 are to be received as follows: Less than one year Two to five years Thereafter Less discount to present value (0.6%) Less allowance for uncollectible pledges -10- 2014 2013 $ - $ 59,339 10 682 (260) (59,771) 2014 2013 $ 10,589 $ 9,657 (1,282) 246 260 $ 9,307 $ 10,163 2014 2013 $ 132,953 $ 135,650 301,389 256,885 25,510 48,168 459,852 440,703 (4,846) (4,840) (3,883) (4,284) $ 451,123 $ 431,579 JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 4 - Note Receivable On February 15, 2008, JLT granted a loan to an individual in relation to one of the pieces of conservation land owned by JLT. JLT received a promissory note in exchange. The promissory note is for the amount of $93,750 and is to be paid in monthly installments of approximately $600. The note matures on January 15, 2028, with an annual interest rate of 5%. The note receivable at December 31 is to be received as follows: Less than one year Two to five years Thereafter Note 5 - Land and Conservation Easements Land and conservation easements at December 31 are summarized as follows: Conservation lands- Quimper Wildlife Corridor Chimacum Creek Duckabush Wetlands Donovan Creek Duckabush Oxbow Bulis Forest Preserve Snow Creek Uncas Preserve Chimacum Commons Snow Creek Estuary Gateway Kilham Corner Conservation easements Note 6 - Retirement Plan 2014 $ 3,955 17,949 49,104 2013 $ 3,762 17,076 54,008 $ 71,008 $ 74,846 2014 329,847 284,410 220,000 205,000 180,000 125,240 100,000 90,850 86,000 85,000 38,930 54 2013 286,965 282,437 220,000 205,000 180,000 125,240 100,000 86,000 85,000 38,930 53 $ 1,745,331 $ 1,609,625 JLT maintains a Simplified Employee Pension - Individual Retirement Accounts Contribution Benefit Plan ("the Plan"). Eligible employees may join the Plan after one year of service. There were no employer contributions for 2014 or 2013. - 11 - JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 7 - Lease Agreements On June 21, 2012, JLT entered into an operating lease as lessee for its administrative office in Port Townsend, Washington. The lease expired June 2014 and is now on a month to month basis. The agreement calls for monthly payments of $1,412 plus utilities. Rent expense totaled $19,200 and $18,331 for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Note 8 - Unrestricted Net Assets Unrestricted net assets consisted of the following at December 31: Designated- Quimper Wildlife Corridor Chimacum Creek Duckabush Wetlands Donovan Creek Duckabush Oxbow Bulis Forest Preserve Snow Creek Uncas Preserve Chimacum Commons Snow Creek Estuary Gateway Kilham Corner Conservation easements Total designated Undesignated -12- 15 2014 317,138 297,119 220,000 205,000 180,000 125,240 100,000 90,850 86,000 85,000 38,930 54 15 2013 (As Restated) 276,535 292,867 220,000 205,000 180,000 125,240 100,000 86,000 85,000 38,930 53 1,745,331 1,609,625 303,965 396,394 $ 2,049,296 $ 2,006,019 JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 9 - Temporarily Restricted Net Assets Temporarily restricted net assets consisted of the following at December 31: Purpose restriction - For stewardship of Bulis Forest Preserve Forest Legacy program Working Farm Fund Consulting fees Stewardship Funding Working Land & Habitat Fund Education Outreach Fund Other program restrictions Time restriction - Outstanding pledges 2013 2014 (As Restated) $ 94,191 $ 61,009 17,752 68 24,188 6,000 20,395 534,117 438,099 51,390 22,436 22,415 10,573 9,350 718,775 593,208 451,123 431,579 $ 1,169,898 $ 1,024,787 Net assets of $167,729 were released from donor restrictions by incurring expenses satisfying the purpose restriction specified by the donor, and net assets of $175,520 were released due to the expiration of time restrictions for the year ended December 31, 2014. Note 10 - Permanently Restricted Net Assets At December 31, 2014 and 2013, JLT had $44,479 and $35,910, respectively, of permanently restricted net assets in a general endowment fund (Note 11), the income of which is available to support general operations. Note 11- Endowments The JLT endowment consists of one fund established to support general operations. As required by U.S. GAAP, net assets associated with endowment funds are classified and reported based on the existence or absence of donor -imposed restrictions. Interpretation of Relevant Law - JLT's Board of Directors has reviewed the Washington State Prudent Management of Institutional Funds Act (PMIFA) and, having considered its rights and obligations thereunder, has determined that it is desirable to preserve, on a long-term basis, the fair value of the original gift as of the gift date of the donor -restricted endowment funds absent explicit donor stipulations to the contrary. As a result of this determination, JLT classifies as permanently restricted net assets (a) the original value of gifts donated to the permanent endowment, and (b) the original value of subsequent gifts to the permanent endowment made in accordance with the direction of the applicable donor gift instrument at the time the accumulation is added to the fund. -13- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 11- Continued The remaining portion of the donor -restricted endowment fund that is not classified in permanently restricted net assets is classified as temporarily restricted net assets until those amounts are appropriated for expenditure by JLT in a manner consistent with the standard of prudence prescribed by PMIFA. However, JLT has informed donors of its spending policy which states that no distributions will be made during the first five years of the fund's existence or until it reaches a threshold balance of $400,000. Since these milestones have not yet been reached, JLT adds all amounts earned to the permanently restricted balance. In accordance with PMIFA, JLT considers the following factors in making a determination to appropriate or accumulate donor -restricted endowment funds: - The duration and preservation of the fund; - The purposes of JLT and the donor -restricted endowment fund; - General economic conditions; - The possible effect of inflation and deflation; - The expected total return from income and the appreciation of investments; - Other resources of JLT; and - The investment policies of JLT. As of December 31, 2014, endowment net assets consisted of the following: Temporarily Permanently Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Total Donor -restricted endowment funds $ - $ - $ 44,479 $ 44,479 Endowment Net Assets, December 31, 2014 $ - $ - $ 44,479 $ 44,479 As of December 31, 2013, endowment net assets consisted of the following: Temporarily Permanently Unrestricted Restricted Restricted Total Donor -restricted endowment funds $ - $ - $ 35,910 $ 35,910 Endowment Net Assets, December 31, 2013 $ - $ - $ 35,910 $ 35,910 -14- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 11- Continued Changes to endowment net assets for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, are as follows: Unrestricted Endowment net assets, January 1, 2013 $ - Endowment investment return - Interest and dividends Realized and unrealized losses Total endowment investment return Contributions Endowment Net Assets, December 31, 2013 Endowment investment return - Interest and dividends Realized and unrealized losses Total endowment investment return Contributions Temporarily Restricted Permanently Restricted Total 35,465 $ 35,465 654 654 (309) (309) 345 345 100 100 35,910 35,910 831 831 (149) (149) 682 682 7,887 7,887 Endowment Net Assets, December 31, 2014 $ - $ - $ 44,479 1 $ 44,479 Funds with Deficiencies - From time to time, the fair value of assets associated with individual donor -restricted endowment funds may fall below the level that the donor or PMIFA requires JLT to retain as a fund of perpetual duration. In accordance with U.S. GAAP, deficiencies of this nature are reported in unrestricted net assets. There were no such deficiencies as of December 31, 2014 or 2013. Return Objectives and Risk Parameters - JLT has adopted investment and spending policies for endowment assets that attempt to provide a predictable stream of funding to programs supported by its endowment while seeking to maintain the purchasing power of the endowment assets. Endowment assets include those assets of donor -restricted funds that JLT must hold in perpetuity or for donor -specified periods as well as board -designated funds. Under this policy, as approved by the Board of Directors, the endowment assets are invested in a manner that is intended to produce results that exceed the price and yield results of a custom Policy Index made up of various indices. The composition of the custom Policy Index is based upon the strategic asset allocation of the investment portfolio and assumes a moderate level of investment risk. The investment objectives of the Operations Endowment Fund include maintenance of principal, timely liquidity, and preservation of purchasing power over time. -15- JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 Note 11- Continued Strategies Employed for Achieving Objectives - To satisfy its long-term rate -of -return objectives, JLT notes that for funds earmarked for capital appreciation, appropriate investments include intermediate term bond funds/ETF's, equity mutual funds, equity ETF's, and unconstrained bond funds. Spending Policy and How the Investment Objectives Relate to the Spending Policy - J LT's spending policy intends that no distributions may be made from the Operations Endowment Fund for the first five years of its existence or until it reaches a threshold balance of $400,000, whichever shall first occur. After a five-year period which ended in December 2014, or after achieving the $400,000 threshold, distributions shall be made on an annual basis as determined by the Board. Regular disbursements should be limited to a maximum of 5% of the value of the portfolio at the beginning of each fiscal year, or one-half of the income generated by the fund for the most recent fiscal year, whichever is less. At no time will the distribution of the spendable amount result in the invasion of the original amounts donated. Note 12 - Adjustments to Beginning Net Assets During the year ended December 31, 2014, JLT determined that certain prior year temporarily restricted contributions had been incorrectly classified as unrestricted. An adjustment was recorded to reflect the proper net asset classification. As a result, beginning unrestricted net assets as of December 31, 2013, were reduced by $438,099 and temporarily restricted net assets were increased by $438,099. The following table sets forth the effect of this adjustment on the consolidated statement of financial position at December 31, 2013: Consolidated Statement of Financial Position - Unrestricted net assets Temporarily restricted net assets Permanently restricted net assets Total Net Assets, as Restated Note 13 - Subsequent Event As Previously Reported Adjustments As Restated $ 2,444,118 $ (438,099) $ 2,006,019 586,688 438,099 1,024,787 35,910 35,910 $ 3,066,716 $ - $ 3,066,716 Subsequent to year end, JLT signed a purchase and sale agreement with a third party for approximately 850 acres of forest land in Jefferson County. The agreement includes a 90 day due diligence period for JLT to review and determine if it will accept the agreement terms. As of the date of the audit report, JLT was within the due diligence period and had not yet made a final determination. -16- SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION JEFFERSON LAND TRUST AND SUBSIDIARY Consolidated Schedule of Functional Expenses For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 (With Comparative Totals for 2013) See independent auditor's report. -17- General and Program Administrative Fundraising 2014 Total 2013 Total Salaries $ 239,488 $ 68,179 $ 45,118 $ 352,785 $ 252,899 Payroll taxes 21,816 6,096 4,171 32,083 24,734 Employee benefits 30,531 8,531 5,837 44,899 39,129 Total salaries, taxes and benefits expense 291,835 82,806 55,126 429,767 316,762 Value of conservation easements written down 1,297,249 1,297,249 874,997 Professional fees 128,151 14,382 41,379 183,912 167,260 Land and stewardship expenses 77,052 77,052 31,519 Rent 14,764 3,648 2,889 21,301 19,632 Public awareness 12,730 4,778 17,508 7,229 Dues and subscriptions 9,734 2,708 1,855 14,297 3,918 Insurance 9,598 1,461 999 12,058 9,945 Postage and printing 6,085 154 4,634 10,873 10,504 Other 1,579 5,870 12 7,461 24,123 Travel and seminars 2,866 3,989 140 6,995 18,254 Office supplies 4,500 1,040 934 6,474 6,704 Telephone 3,022 845 578 4,445 4,035 Depreciation 1,877 524 359 2,760 2,596 Utilities 1,439 402 275 2,116 1,760 Web design and maintenance 463 464 927 1,386 Bank fees 608 608 859 Expenses, Net of Special Events Expense 1,862,944 118,437 114,422 2,095,803 1,501,483 Special events expense 20,661 20,661 22,403 Total Expenses $ 1,862,944 $ 118,437 $ 135,083 $ 2,116,464 $ 1,523,886 See independent auditor's report. -17- Quimper Wildlife Corridor & Winona Projects Conservation Futures " Eastern Jefferson County, a °a Admira lt y Salish M j Inlet Washington T e Sea Scale in Mil, CaQUO LPq � ^a 0 1 2 3 Rd Gateway Buffer 2oo4 SON D sn� p:, 11s eo k SH1 NGS Discovery P Kai U, a, 2, - Chimacum Creek N- r Estuary ach Ra aa,.l ,O 2003 Bay" p filler -- Q' m Project P e i u s u l 0. o v Carl eson Chimacum f m - Bishop Dairy Pre,er—aon2015 Sunfield Farm 2003 Creek Acquisition zo11 y.„ 3¢ - P F-2012 aro S -,\Boulton - Brown Dairy 2009 Tamanowas Rock Caxleson Chimacum Cxe k Acquisition 2011 Phase 1 zoos , ,, o f a 116 Chimacum Cxe ]c Estuary 2003 O Duckabush Floodplain 2013 Tamanowas Rock and Brown Dairy 2009 0 Ea,tTarboo ezeek2oo5 Nicholson Short Plat 2010 _ Glendale Farms zoo? 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Moon Valley Reach of Big Quilcene River 2. Tarboo Creek, Farm and Forest 3. Irondale Beach, County Park Additions 4. 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor Additions I am responding to your review request for the 2016 Conservation Futures Projects. Recommendation: The Department of Community Development (DCD) has no objection to the proposed 2016 Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program Property Acquisition and/or Operations and Maintenance Projects. Based upon the following findings, DCD believes proposed acquisitions and easements would not significantly reduce the capacity of Jefferson County to accommodate planned growth, and Jefferson County would retain enough developable land to accommodate the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive. Findings: 1. The Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan identifies goals and policies for the preservation and enhancement of open space. • Open Space Goal (OSG) 1.0 guides Jefferson County to preserve and enhance the existing open space lands, and Open Space Policy (OSP) 1.5 encourages the pursuit of public acquisition of potential parks, critical wildlife areas, and other open space lands by utilizing a variety of funding mechanisms. • Natural Resources Goal (NRG) 10.0 guides Jefferson County to conserve and protect the agricultural land base and its associated lifestyle, and Natural Resource Policy (NRP) 10.3 supports the conservation of agricultural land through tax incentive programs, the purchase or transfer of development rights, and other methods developed in cooperation with agricultural landowners and managers. NRP 10.9 Encourages the preservation of family owned farms by discouraging the conversion of these lands to other uses. • Natural Resources Goal (NRG) 1.0 guides Jefferson County to encourage the conservation of resource lands and the long-term sustainable use of natural resource-based economic activities throughout Jefferson County. NRP 1.7 guides us to consider incentive programs to support resource-based economic activities in rural areas. NRP 2.4 states, Protect the environment from cumulative adverse impacts resulting from resource management practices. 2. The proposal is consistent with the goals and policies of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan for the preservation and enhancement of open space. None of the proposals include property in a County urban growth area. Note that the parcels for the Quimper Wildlife Corridor are included in the review table but are not part of the County count of potential residential parcels. The City of Port Townsend uses its own population allocation and analyses for determining residential capacity for the City. 4. The table below shows the potential of approximately six (6) future County residences would be preempted by the Conservation Futures Fund acquisitions. Two factors lead to the determination that this number is insignificant: the County has a surplus of developable land which can accommodate the projected housing and employment growth it is expected to receive within the next twenty years (2016- 2036). Also, the anticipated population increase in the twenty-year projection of 2004-2024 has not materialized. 5. The proposed projects involve the purchase of easements or acquisition of land in fee -simple of the following parcels: 2 Big Quilcene River - Moon Valley Reach: Acquisition Tarboo Creek, Farm and Forest: Easement numbers Name Zoning acreage* I Potential # o Parcel Radka Radka Prime Agriculture Land AP -20 Prime Agriculture Land AP -20 Approximate Developable numbers Name Zoning acreage* parcels 991700001 Whitaker Ag. Lands Local Importance AL -20 22.97 1** 702233005 Baclawski Ag. Lands Local Importance AL -20 50.96 2 702233006 Baclawski Ag. Lands Local Importance AL -20 16.19 1 702233004 JBaclawski JAg. Lands Local Importance AL -20 17.19 1 1*A ITotal 107.31 4 Tarboo Creek, Farm and Forest: Easement numbers Name Zoning acreage* I Developable 801204004 801204008 Radka Radka Prime Agriculture Land AP -20 Prime Agriculture Land AP -20 30.00 2.99 1** 1 UGA LDR RR1:5 RR1:5 Total 32.99 1 Irondale Beach, County Park Additions: Acquisition Parcel numbers Name Zoning Approximate acreage* I... - Developable parcels 961803702 962100007 garrows ]LT UGA LDR RR1:5 RR1:5 0.24 1.27 0 1+ UGA LDR RR1:5 RR1:5 1*A Total 1.51 1 Quimper Wildlife Corridor Parcel numbers Name Zoning Approximate acreage* Square Ft. (min. 10,000 s.f.lot) Potential # of Developable parcels 951900305 White Low Density Single -Family R -I (SF) 0.229 9,976 1*A 951903405 Gaenicke Low Density Single -Family R -I (SF) 0.344 14,965 1 930900702 Nieminen Medium Density Single-Fam R -II (SF) 0.232 10,120 JA 930900703 Nieminen Medium Density Single-Fam R -II (SF) 0.232 10,119 1A 998002102 Culver Low Density Single -Family R-1 (SF) 0.215 9,386 1*A 998002207 Berry Low Density Single -Family R-1 (SF) 0.231 10,051 JA 998002101 JLT Low Density Single -Family R-1 (SF) 0.215 9,385 0* 951902004 Fairbank Low Density Single -Family R-1 (SF) 0.337 14,697 JA 951902009 Fairbank Low Density Single -Family R-1 (SF) 0.344 14,965 1A 951902010 Fairbank Low Density Single -Family R-1 (SF) 0.368 16,028 1- ITotal 2.748 119,690 9 total Potential Jefferson County Residences: 1 6 *Acreage is based on county mapping and information provided in the applications. Surveys may differ from these estimates. **Residential use is already established and proposal does not remove potential residential use. A Parcels are in the City of Port Townsend; and this jurisdiction uses its own population allocation. ""'Typically each parcel would be allowed a residential use, however site constraints could make residential development of the parcel cost prohibitive. 3 C1ryofport Townsend May 31, 2016 Ms. Tami Pokorny Jefferson County Natural Resources and Environmental Health 615 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Dear Ms. Pokorny Subj: 2016 QWC Addition — Conservation Futures Annlication Thank you for forwarding a copy of the Conservation Future Funds application for site acquisition of lots within the city limits. It is our understanding that the "2016 QWC Addition" involves 10 parcels in QWC and Cappy's Woods area (Fowlers Park Addition and Tacoma Addition). You had asked whether permanent preservation of these 10 parcels "would reduce the capacity of land suitable for development necessary to accommodate the allocated housing and employment growth, as adopted in the countywide planning policies". Based on our review of the projected population, and existing zoning of the parcels, the answer is no, placing these parcels in permanent preservation would not reduce the capacity of land suitable for development necessary to accommodate the allocated housing and employment growth, as adopted in the countywide planning policies. In association with the City's 2016 GMA Periodic Update, population and employment projections were assessed. The updated forecast and allocation anticipates a significantly slower growth rate than was projected under the City's initial GMA Comprehensive Plan in 1996. In fact, the updated allocation anticipates Port Townsend's 2036 population will be 1,711 less than was projected for the year 2016 under the original GMA Plan. The analysis concluded that the City has adequate capacity to accommodate anticipated housing and employment growth. All of the properties are zoned for single family residential. Given the size of the parcels and underlying zoning the theoretical capacity is for 12 homes. Additionally, nine of the parcels are within the "Potential Park and Open Space" overlay as identified on the City's Land Use Map. That overlay area includes areas that may have the potential to be included within a comprehensive and interconnected system of open space and trails. Purchase of these properties was identified as a means of implementing the open space overlay. The City concludes that the loss of 12 potential single family houses will not reduce the capacity of land suitable for development to the extent that the City would not be able to accommodate its allocated housing growth numbers. We are pleased to see the parcels recommended for preservation and are hopeful that the Commissioners approve the application. Sincerely, /Lance Bailey Planning Director STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the } 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor (QWC) Addition } project as Authorized by and in Accordance with } RESOLUTION NO. Jefferson County Code Section 3.08.030(7) to } Provide a System of Public Open Spaces } WHEREAS, conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing the open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that encourage the coordinated acquisition of key open space lands for long-term protection; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County is authorized by RCW 84.34.210 and 84.34.220 to acquire open space land, agricultural and timber lands as defined in RCW 84.34.220; and WHEREAS, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee has reviewed project applications for 2016 and made its funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with Jefferson County Code Chapter 3.08; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program, the Jefferson Land Trust, as project sponsor, requests funding towards the fee simple acquisition of ten parcels of forested land in Sec. 33 T. 31N, R. IW with Assessor's Parcel Numbers 951900305, 951903405, 930900702, 930900703, 998002102, and 998002207 (subject parcels), 998002101, 951902004, 951902009, and 951902010 (match parcels); and WHEREAS, the County retains enough developable land to accommodate the 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor Addition project as well as the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive, thus satisfying the requirements of Chapter 449, Laws of 2005; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County considers it in the best public interest to contribute financially to this open space project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that: Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $30,814 in conservation futures funds in the 2016 funding cycle for acquisition expenses contingent on a matching contribution of fifty-two percent (52%) of the total project cost. Resolution No. re: Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor Addition project 2. Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $4,000 in conservation futures funds to reimburse for operations and maintenance expenses incurred within ten years of the signing of this resolution contingent on a matching contribution of no less than the amount of conservation futures funds requested. 3. This dedication of funding may be nullified if a submittal for reimbursement, accompanied by documentation of matching funds sufficient to complete the acquisition, is not received from the sponsor within three years of the signing of this resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of 2016 in Port Townsend, Washington. SEAL: JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: Kathleen Kler, Chair Phil Johnson, Member Carolyn Avery Deputy Clerk of the Board David Sullivan, Member STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the } Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach } project as Authorized by and in Accordance with } RESOLUTION NO. Jefferson County Code Section 3.08.030(7) to } Provide a System of Public Open Spaces } WHEREAS, conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing the open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that encourage the coordinated acquisition of key open space lands for long-term protection; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County is authorized by RCW 84.34.210 and 84.34.220 to acquire open space land, agricultural and timber lands as defined in RCW 84.34.220; and WHEREAS, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee has reviewed project applications for 2016 and made its funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with Jefferson County Code Chapter 3.08; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program, Jefferson County Environmental Health, as project sponsor, requests funding towards the fee simple acquisition of four parcels of rural residential, pasture and forested lands in Secs. 22 & 23 T. 27N, R. 2W with Assessor's Parcel Numbers 991700001 702233005, 702233006 and 702233004, and WHEREAS, the County retains enough developable land to accommodate the Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach project as well as the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive, thus satisfying the requirements of Chapter 449, Laws of 2005; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County considers it in the best public interest to contribute financially to this open space project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that: Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $5,000 in conservation futures funds in the 2016 funding cycle for acquisition expenses contingent on a matching contribution of fifty percent (50%) of the total project cost. Resolution No. re: Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the Big Quilcene River — Moon Valley Reach project 2. This dedication of funding may be nullified if a submittal for reimbursement, accompanied by documentation of matching funds sufficient to complete the acquisition, is not received from the sponsor within three years of the signing of this resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of 2016 in Port Townsend, Washington. SEAL: JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: Kathleen Kler, Chair Phil Johnson, Member Carolyn Avery Deputy Clerk of the Board David Sullivan, Member Page 2 of 2 STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the Irondale Beach County Park Additions } project as Authorized by and in Accordance with } RESOLUTION NO. Jefferson County Code Section 3.08.030(7) to } Provide a System of Public Open Spaces } WHEREAS, conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing the open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that encourage the coordinated acquisition of key open space lands for long-term protection; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County is authorized by RCW 84.34.210 and 84.34.220 to acquire open space land, agricultural and timber lands as defined in RCW 84.34.220; and WHEREAS, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee has reviewed project applications for 2016 and made its funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with Jefferson County Code Chapter 3.08; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program, Jefferson County Public Works, as project sponsor, requests funding towards the fee simple acquisition of two parcels of vacant land in Sec. 35 T. 30N, R. IW with Assessor's Parcel Numbers 961803702 (subject parcel) and 962100007 (match parcel); and WHEREAS, the County retains enough developable land to accommodate the Irondale Beach County Park Additions project as well as the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive, thus satisfying the requirements of Chapter 449, Laws of 2005; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County considers it in the best public interest to contribute financially to this open space project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that: Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $22,000 in conservation futures funds in the 2016 funding cycle for acquisition expenses contingent on a matching contribution of fifty percent (50%) of the total project cost. Resolution No. re: Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to Irondale Beach County Park Additions project 2. This dedication of funding may be nullified if a submittal for reimbursement, accompanied by documentation of matching funds sufficient to complete the acquisition, is not received from the sponsor within three years of the signing of this resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of 2016 in Port Townsend, Washington. SEAL: ATTEST: Carolyn Avery Deputy Clerk of the Board JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Kathleen Kler, Chair Phil Johnson, Member David Sullivan, Member STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor (QWC) Addition } project as Authorized by and in Accordance with } RESOLUTION NO. Jefferson County Code Section 3.08.030(7) to } Provide a System of Public Open Spaces } WHEREAS, conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing the open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that encourage the coordinated acquisition of key open space lands for long-term protection; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County is authorized by RCW 84.34.210 and 84.34.220 to acquire open space land, agricultural and timber lands as defined in RCW 84.34.220; and WHEREAS, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee has reviewed project applications for 2016 and made its funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with Jefferson County Code Chapter 3.08; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program, the Jefferson Land Trust, as project sponsor, requests funding towards the fee simple acquisition of ten parcels of forested land in Sec. 33 T. 31N, R. IW with Assessor's Parcel Numbers 951900305, 951903405, 930900702, 930900703, 998002102, and 998002207 (subject parcels), 998002101, 951902004, 951902009, and 951902010 (match parcels); and WHEREAS, the County retains enough developable land to accommodate the 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor Addition project as well as the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive, thus satisfying the requirements of Chapter 449, Laws of 2005; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County considers it in the best public interest to contribute financially to this open space project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that: Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $30,814 in conservation futures funds in the 2016 funding cycle for acquisition expenses contingent on a matching contribution of fifty-two percent (52%) of the total project cost. Resolution No. re: Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the 2016 Quimper Wildlife Corridor Addition project 2. Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $4,000 in conservation futures funds to reimburse for operations and maintenance expenses incurred within ten years of the signing of this resolution contingent on a matching contribution of no less than the amount of conservation futures funds requested. 3. This dedication of funding may be nullified if a submittal for reimbursement, accompanied by documentation of matching funds sufficient to complete the acquisition, is not received from the sponsor within three years of the signing of this resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of 2016 in Port Townsend, Washington. SEAL: JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ATTEST: Kathleen Kler, Chair Phil Johnson, Member Carolyn Avery Deputy Clerk of the Board David Sullivan, Member STATE OF WASHINGTON County of Jefferson Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to the } Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest project as } Authorized by and in Accordance with Jefferson } RESOLUTION NO. County Code Section 3.08.030(7) to Provide } a System of Public Open Spaces } WHEREAS, conservation futures tax levy collections, authorized under RCW 84.34.230 are an important means of retaining community character and accomplishing the open space policies and objectives of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that encourage the coordinated acquisition of key open space lands for long-term protection; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County is authorized by RCW 84.34.210 and 84.34.220 to acquire open space land, agricultural and timber lands as defined in RCW 84.34.220; and WHEREAS, the Conservation Futures Citizen Oversight Committee has reviewed project applications for 2016 and made its funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners in accordance with Jefferson County Code Chapter 3.08; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of the Jefferson County Conservation Futures Program, the Jefferson Land Trust, as project sponsor, requests funding towards the acquisition of a conservation easement on two parcels of agricultural land in Sec. 20 T. 28N, R. IW with Assessor's Parcel Numbers 801204004 and 801204008; and WHEREAS, the County retains enough developable land to accommodate the Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest project as well as the housing and employment growth that it is expected to receive, thus satisfying the requirements of Chapter 449, Laws of 2005; and WHEREAS, Jefferson County considers it in the best public interest to contribute financially to this open space project. NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that: Jefferson County hereby dedicates up to $97,100 in conservation futures funds in the 2016 funding cycle for acquisition expenses contingent on a matching contribution of fifty-seven percent (57%) of the total project cost. Resolution No. re: Dedication of Conservation Futures Funds to Tarboo Creek, Farm, and Forest project 2. This dedication of funding may be nullified if a submittal for reimbursement, accompanied by documentation of matching funds sufficient to complete the acquisition, is not received from the sponsor within three years of the signing of this resolution. APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of 2016 in Port Townsend, Washington. SEAL: ATTEST: Carolyn Avery Deputy Clerk of the Board JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Kathleen Kler, Chair Phil Johnson, Member David Sullivan, Member