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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM092815District No. 1 Commissioner: Phil Johnson District No. 2 Commissioner: David W. Sullivan District No. 3 Commissioner: Kathleen Kier County Administrator: Philip Morley Clerk of the Board: Erin Lundgren MINUTES Week of September 28, 2015 Chairman David Sullivan called the meeting to order at the appointed time in the presence of Commissioner Kathleen Kler. Commissioner Phil Johnson was absent. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: The following is a summary of comments made by citizens in attendance at the meeting and reflect their personal opinions: • A citizen commented on the Quilcene Road project and asked the Board for more information; • A citizen stated that the Oyster Run event in Brinnon was a success and the County did a great job addressing safety; • Two (2) citizens urged the Board to finalize the Animal Responsibility Ordinance; • A citizen stated he is pleased to see that a contract to resurface the Quilcene sports court is on the Agenda for approval; • A citizen stated: 1) Taking precautions to protect homes from forest fires is very important; and 2) Crazy people have taken over the Republican party and he anticipates the government will be shut down by conservative republicans; • A citizen stated: 1) He is thankful to the County and Public Works Road Crew for their work on the Port Ludlow Paradise Bay Road resurfacing project; and 2) He appreciates the County's involvement in the mediation of the recent Port Ludlow tree harvesting; and • A citizen invited the Board to a meeting of the Jefferson County Democrats on October 27, 2015. APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Kler moved to approve all the items on the Consent Agenda as presented. Chairman Sullivan seconded the motion. The motion carried. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 34-15 re: HEARING NOTICE: 2015 Third Quarter Budget Appropriations/Extensions; Various County Departments; Hearing scheduled for Monday, October 12, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Commissioners Chambers 2. RESOLUTION NO. 35-15 re: Finding and Determination to Declare Certain Personal Property as Surplus and Authorize Disposal ($2,500 Value or Less) 3. AGREEMENT re: Resurfacing the Quilcene Park Sport Courts; In the Amount of $25,110; Public Works; Quilcene Sport Court Association 4. Payment of Jefferson County Vouchers/Warrants Dated September 18, 2015 Totaling $999,579.11 5. Payment of Jefferson County A/P Warrants Done by Payroll Dated September 18, 2015 Totaling $16,748.05 Page 1 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of September 28, 2015 �SNinJ2J2 COMMISSIONERS BRIEFING SESSION. The Commissioners reported on their meeting schedules. PROCLAMATION re: Declaring the Week of October S, 2015 as Mental Illness Awareness Week: Volunteers from the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) briefed the Board on their recent activities and goals. Darlene Grunke, a member of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) thanked the County for all they do for mental health. _ The local NAMI Chapter consists of four board members who were present in the audience. Their Chapter is celebrating 10 years of service to local individuals and their families. To celebrate, they invited the Board of County Commissioners and the public to attend a free showing of "Hidden Pictures" starring Glenn Close on October 18, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. at the Rose Theatre. The national NAMI organization is undergoing new organization, which will affect local chapters. Currently, the local NAMI Chapter has been meeting at Jefferson Mental Health, but they are required to meet after hours at that location. They are looking into moving to Mountain View Commons so they will be alongside other 503(c) organizations. Chairman Sullivan stated this issue is near to his heart as he used to be a psychiatric inpatient nurse. Commissioner Kler moved to approve the Proclamation. Chairman Sullivan seconded the motion. The motion carried. COUNTYADMINISTR,4TOR BRIEFING SESSION: The County Administrator afternoon briefing session was cancelled. The following items were discussed during the morning session: Legislative Update: • Medical/recreational marijuana. • 1/10th of 1% sales tax for emergency services and 911. Thurston County is proposing a bill that would increase this tax to 3/1 01h of 1%. In Jefferson County, this amount would be around $1 million. Currently, the revenue from this tax brings in around $350,000 to $400,000. County Administrator Morley proposed discussing this further with the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) to see if this fits in with the Financial Sustainability Initiative and sequencing of requests to the legislature. Miscellaneous Items: • Cascadia Rising Earthquake/Tsunami Drill June 2016. • Interim Department of Community Development (DCD) Director David Goldsmith starts today. • County Administrator Philip Morley will be attending sessions at the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Annual Conference in Seattle this week. The meeting was recessed at 9:57 a.m. and reconvened at 10:13 a.m. with Chairman Sullivan and Commissioner Kler present. Page 2 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of September 28, 2015 sNnt;t, UPDATE re: Washington State Department of Natural Resources 2nd Quarter County Income Report: Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Regional Manager Sue Trettevik and State Lands Assistant Drew Rosanbalm were present to review the 2nd Quarter County Income report. Also in attendance was Assessor's Office Lead Technician III Sherrie Shold. Mr. Rosanbalm stated that 2nd Quarter County revenue figures have increased approximately $365,000. This is due in part to the Penny Waterline harvest which is cutting faster than predicted. Bangor has sold bringing in an additional 3,829 feet to the County. The West End of the County is struggling with timber thinning sales, and one unit did not sell. Mr. Rosanbalm noted that unless it is higher quality wood, it is not moving. There is a spruce lumber yard in Quinault, but they will not take trees over 19 inches in diameter. There is growing concern over what to do with oversized woods. Some loggers are saying if push comes to shove, they will just leave the timber behind. Mr. Rosanbalm stated that this has not yet happened, but if it does, DNR plans to sell the leftover timber as firewood. Manager Trettevik stated that this seems to be more of a Western Washington issue, but they are looking into a solution to address this problem. Manager Trettevik stated that they have a newly formed ad hoc committee reviewing Junior Taxing Districts to explore options, costs and other issues. Mr. Rosanbalm stated that last year was a banner year for Jefferson County in non -timber revenues such as permits and easements. Last year the County received approximately $80,000 in non -timber revenues, but the figure for non -timber revenues next year is approximately $30,000 - 35,000. County Administrator Philip Morley asked when DNR may be moving to a 5 -year projection? Mr. Rosanbalm replied that by 2017, they may have some long-term projections to work with, with the understanding that it would be a fluid plan. County Administrator Morley updated DNR staff on the status of the recent logging in Port Ludlow involving Port Ludlow Associates (PLA). LETTER of SUPPORT: County Administrator Morley presented a draft copy of a letter to the United States Department of Commerce regarding the 2015 Regional Innovation Strategies Program proposal; "Seed to Sound Center for Food & Farm Innovation." After the Board reviewed the letter, Chairman Sullivan stated that the Puget Sound area has been a leader on this issue. Commissioner Kler added that Kitsap County looks towards Jefferson County to see how we are doing things. Commissioner Kler moved to sign a letter of support to the U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship; Economic Development Administration; Regional Innovation Strategies Program, regarding the proposed Seed to Sound Center for Food and Farm Innovation program. Chairman Sullivan seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 3 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of September 28, 2015 NOTICE OFADJOURNMENT. Commissioner Kler moved to adjourn the meeting at 10:47 a.m. until the next regular meeting or special meeting as properly noticed. Chairman Sullivan seconded the motion. The motion carried. {,. r ''} Ile SL c, \ � A ATTEST: Carol n Aver Y Y Deputy Clerk of the Board JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD O COMMISSIONERS Davi Sulli an, hair (Excused Absence) Phil Johnson, Member Kathleen Kler, Member Page 4