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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM031102Co SON CO �s �0� �I N� District No. I Commissioner: Dan Titterness District No. 2 Commissioner: Glen Huntingford District No. 3 Commissioner: Richard Wojt County Administrator: Charles Saddler Deputy County Administrator: David Goldsmith Deputy County Administrator: Gary Rowe Clerk of the Board: Lorna Delaney MINUTE S Week of March 11, 2002 The meeting was called to order by Chairman Richard Wojt. Commissioner Dan Titterness was present. Commissioner Glen Huntingford was absent. The Board met in Executive Session from 8:01 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. with the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, County Administrator, Assessor, and Public Works Director regarding real estate negotiations, and from 8:50 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. with the Deputy Prosecuting Attorney and the County Administrator regarding actual litigation. COUNTYADMINISTRATOR BRIEFING SESSION. • Deputy County Administrator Gary Rowe presented a financial analysis for 2002 -2003 and reviewed several budget policy options for consideration. The ability to adequately fund programs is currently exceeding capacity and due to decreased legislative funding the County's financial condition has worsened from what was initially anticipated. Based on the revenue forecast, Gary Rowe discussed various options to balance the budgets for 2002 and 2003. In addition to these options, the Board can cap expenditures and make further budget reductions if necessary. With the suggested reductions there is still a $200,000 deficit based on current authorized spending levels. Chairman Wojt stated that the suggested reductions do not appear to be in line with the goals of the Strategic Plan. Gary Rowe replied that the reductions were made "across the board ". County Administrator Charles Saddler reported that a retreat will be held in April to review and discuss budget options. 35' Street Property: Commissioner Titterness moved to direct the County Administrator to proceed with negotiations with the City of Port Townsend regarding the sale of county property located at 35th Street. Chairman Wojt seconded the motion. The motion carried. Page 1 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Discussion re: Adult Jail Services; Yakima County: A letter was received from the Yakima County Department of Corrections stating they have empty jail beds and offering to transport prisoners from Jefferson County to their facility. There is no transportation fee or booking fee. They have in -house doctors and nurses and will bill for medicines and outside hospitalization. Their rates range from $46 to $50 per day and are based upon the number of prisoners placed with them. This may be an alternative for dealing with overcrowding at the Jefferson County Jail. Commissioner Titterness moved to direct the County Administrator to explore the possibility of contracting with Yakima County for adult jail services. Chairman Wojt seconded the motion. The motion carried. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: The following comments were made: The Commissioners often meet in Executive Session regarding litigation, why doesn't the County provide figures on the cost of current litigation? (Commissioner Titterness noted that many times the Commissioners meet in Executive Session to determine their strategy to prevent litigation, which actually saves the County money); and nothing has changed regarding the Tri Area UGA or the incorporation of Irondale since the issues arose in 1993. Discussion re: Fee Review Advisory Committee Report and Possible Adoption of the Fee Schedule for Various County Departments: This item was postponed until Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 3:00 p.m. Two members of the Fee Review Advisory Board, David Sullivan and Shiela Westerman, were present and were asked to give their comments. David Sullivan stated that the budget situation has gotten worse since January due to State funding reductions and additional local issues. The committee didn't have the time to review each specific fee; but they did discuss how to separate fees which benefit an individual and fees which benefit the entire community. Separating the percentage of benefit is difficult, but they agreed for the most part that Environmental Health fees benefit the entire community. Sheila Westerman stated that she feels administrative fees and fees for services are two separate issues. Many individuals on the committee felt that Health Department fees and Community Development fees benefit the community at large, rather than just the proponent of a project. There were concerns about requiring the proponent to pay these fees when the community benefits as a whole. The committee never was in consensus with fee justification. The Commissioners will have to make this difficult decision. Commissioner Titterness thanked the participants on the committee and stated the Board will take action on this item tomorrow. Page 2 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Titterness moved to approve and adopt all of the items on the Consent Agenda as presented. Chairman Wojt seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. 1. ORDINANCE NO. 02- 0311 -02 re: Revisions and Additions to the County's Unified Development Code Relating to the Siting and Approval of Major Industrial Developments (MIDs) 2. AGREEMENT re: Emergency Road Repair Services for 2002.2003, X01556; Jefferson County Public Works; Reeves Construction 3. AGREEMENT, Amendment No. 7 re: Early Intervention Services for Families with Babies and Children who are at Low to Moderate Risk of Child Abuse and Neglect; Jefferson County Health and Human Services; Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) 4. AGREEMENT, Amendment No. 5 re: Consolidated Contract; Amending Allocation Sheet, Contract Requirements and Reports for Health District; Jefferson County Health and Human Services; Washington State Department of Health (DOH) 5. AGREEMENT, Amendment No. 2 re: Breast and Cervical Health Care Screening and Referral Service; Jefferson County Health and Human Services; Seattle -King County Public Health District 6. Final Short Plat Approval, #SUB00. 00009, Stratton Short Subdivision; Located off of Lindsey Beach Road, Quilcene; Bruce and Pauline Stratton, Applicants 7. Appoint Person to serve a three (3) year term on the Peninsula Regional Support Network Advisory Board; Term Expires 3/1105; Becky Anderson 8. Appoint Person to serve an unexpired term on the Peninsula Regional Support Network Advisory Board; Term Expires 1120/03; Laura Lee Nastri Discussion of Development Strategy for Bringing Issues to Voters and Coordination with Other Taxing Districts: County Administrator Charles Saddler explained that traditionally this has been an arena for school, hospital and fire districts. After meeting with the School Boards, he feels that the County needs to establish procedural policies and criteria about which issues will be taken to the voters. The School Boards are concerned about the competition there will be in getting issues passed, if other agencies bring their issues to the voters. Commissioner Titterness suggested that representatives from the County, the City of Port Townsend, and the School Boards meet to discuss how to coordinate juvenile services issues. There may be a logistical problem getting agencies together. Both Commissioners agreed that it would be best to limit the group to no more than 8 individuals. Chairman Wojt asked whether the Fire Districts should be included in these discussions? Commissioner Titterness stated that for juvenile services issues, the County needs to work with agencies with similar interests, but the Fire Districts will be involved in other issues. Page 3 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Charles Saddler asked for direction from the Board. Commissioner Titterness stated that a budget policy discussion needs to be scheduled about taking banked capacity with, or without, voter approval. He feels that if the Board is going to take more than 1 %, voter approval should be required. Charles Saddler suggested that the Board may want to consider using bank capacity up to IPD. Commissioner Titterness added that this can be addressed next month at the Budget Retreat. The information will be available before the ballot deadlines in June and September so they will know if they need to take the issue to the voters. Charles Saddler noted that 45 days advance notice must be given for voter education. Commissioner Titterness stated that the public has sent the message that there is a cap, and if the Board is unable to work within that cap, the citizens want to be involved. He believes the public will be supportive if they understand the issues. Chairman Wojt agreed that the public wants to give input on the issues; but going to the voters will cost $40,000 per issue and is not a good expenditure of funds. He added that one election is 1% of banked capacity and the voters could choose to reject the proposition. Charles Saddler suggested that a meeting be scheduled with the County, City and other taxing districts to discuss how to bring various issues to the voters. The Commissioners agreed. The Board met in Executive Session from 2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. with the Prosecuting Attorney, County Administrator, and Community Development Director regarding actual litigation and from 2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. with the Prosecuting Attorney, County Administrator, and Community Development Director regarding potential litigation. Discussion re: Sunset of Certain Advisory Boards for Cost Containment: County Administrator Charles Saddler reported that the Clerk of the Board is working on an advisory board policy. He presented a draft resolution to sunset certain advisory boards for the purpose of cost containment. This resolution also combines various advisory boards and minimizes the number of required meetings. These actions will provide savings by reducing staff time spent monitoring and providing administrative support. The Commissioners concurred to review the Substance Abuse Services Advisory Board and the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board before taking action on this resolution. Discussion re: Gambling Tax Opportunities: Charles Saddler explained that the Commissioners are authorized to collect a tax on gambling /gaming offered by local restaurant /tavern establishments. This would generate approximately $65,000 for the City and County if the maximum tax was imposed. He advised that the City and County would need to impose the same percentage rate. Page 4 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Judi Morris, Treasurer stated that she has talked with other jurisdictions which have imposed this tax. This tax can cause a hardship on establishment owners. Establishments in other jurisdictions have considered discontinuing this form of gambling because it is not profitable and smaller counties discovered that when this tax was enacted there was a 25% drop in businesses offering gambling. Commissioner Titterness asked how the tax is collected? Judi Morris replied that the establishment owners are required to complete a form and submit it along with their taxes to the County. Various establishment owners were present to give comments against imposing a gambling tax. Some owners presented information on the income they receive from gambling. The liquor /gambling industry is strictly regulated and the casinos have had a huge negative impact on these businesses. The establishment owners stated they would support a special levy before they would support a tax of this type. It is not fair to tax only a few establishment owners. No action was taken by the Board. The establishment owners will be notified if the Board decides to consider this tax in the future. The meeting was recessed at the conclusion of scheduled business on Monday and reconvened with all three Board members present on Tuesday. They met in Executive Session from 9:15 a.m. to 10:00 a. m. with the Elected Officials regarding personnel and from 10:00 a. m. to Noon with the County Administrator regarding personnel. Discussion re: Fee Review Advisory Committee Report and Possible Adoption of the Fee Schedule for Various County Departments: Judi Morris, Treasurer stated as a member of this committee that she has five points to make: 1) The gambling tax was opposed by the establishment owners and the general feeling is that taxes should be shouldered by all members of the community. 2) There have been no fee increases for the past 10 years and then all of a sudden there is a huge increase. 3) There was a question about whether the policy was correct to mandate 25% versus 75% when the service was for the general good and not the good of the individual. 4) All fees should be reviewed in an in -depth manner. 5) Efficiencies may not have been obtained in individual department's budgets. Commissioner Huntingford asked about adding a COLA to fees? Larry Fay, Environmental Health Director replied that Environmental Health fees were indexed in 1996 and are on a schedule to be reviewed every three years. Charles Saddler stated that Environmental Health fees mainly cover administrative costs and the main difference is that overhead costs would also be included. Page 5 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 In the Department of Community Development, the "plan review" fee was significantly increased 10 years ago and hasn't increased substantially since then. Now it is increasing by 100 %. Commissioner Huntingford stated that the increase was the result of policy direction by the Board. The base fee increases every year. Al Scalf, Director of Community Development, explained how the Department's fee schedule is structured. Assessor Jack Westerman explained how his office values new construction. Conducting a plan check on basic houses is much easier than on complex houses. There needs to be equity based on the amount of time involved. Francesco Tortorici, Building Inspector stated that this issue needs to be addressed soon. Once the International Building Codes are adopted there will be no guidelines, although, local jurisdictions can establish policy guidelines. David Sullivan, a member of the Fee Review Advisory Board, pointed out that the public wants to know up front how much a service is going to cost. The Departments need to provide justification for the fees. Discussion ensued regarding the equity between the County's septic fees versus private septic installers' fees. Commissioner Titterness recommended that the septic installation report fee of $20.00 be eliminated and that the septic installer fee be increased from $175.00 to $200.00 and moved to approve ORDINANCE NO. 03- 0312-02 adopting the fee schedule as amended. Chairman Wojt seconded the motion for discussion. Commissioner Huntingford stated that he thinks this is too large of an increase too fast. He understands the policy direction from the Board to staff, however, he disagrees that new growth is not paying for itself. The County should not increase the fees to balance the budget. This fee schedule should be based on a percentage. Chairman Wojt called for a vote on the motion. Commissioner Titterness and Chairman Wojt voted for motion. Commissioner Huntingford voted against the motion. The motion carried. Commissioner Titterness moved that the ordinance adopting the fee schedule will be effective on April 15, 2002. Commissioner Huntingford seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. Discussion re: Hiring Freeze of Open Positions: Deputy County Administrator David Goldsmith presented a draft resolution to freeze future hiring and filling of open positions, based on the County's current budget condition. Some positions are "mission critical" or crucial to the operation of the County and would have to be filled if vacated at some point in the future. Page 6 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Auditor Donna Eldridge asked about unfilled positions which are currently budgeted and what is considered "mission critical"? Charles Saddler explained that the Board will determine which positions are considered "mission critical" for the organization. All departments will be required to get Board approval prior to filling any positions currently open or vacated in the future Commissioner Huntingford stated he would like to see guidelines developed for how the Board will address filling vacant positions and he moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 16 -02 to freeze new employment positions and require review before County Departments fill any vacant employment positions. Commissioner Titterness seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. For clarification purposes, Commissioner Titterness moved that this resolution is to freeze future hiring for all county positions, including clerk hire positions. Commissioner Huntingford seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. Discussion re: Readjustment of Salaries; Commissioners and Elected Officials: David Goldsmith presented a draft resolution giving the Board the authority to annually adjust the salaries of other Elected Officials and future County Commissioners. According to State law, the Board is unable to change their own salary while serving in office, and once a salary is granted to an Elected Official in a given year, it cannot be changed until the following year. This resolution specifically allows the Board to modify the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for other Elected Officials beginning in 2003. The Assessor, Auditor, Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney and Treasurer were present to support this resolution and said that they would give back more of their salaries if they could. David Goldsmith explained that State law does not allow Boards of Commissioners to significantly reduce the salaries of other Elected Officials. Commissioner Titterness moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 17 -02 modifying Resolution No. 43 -98, establishing a salary schedule for the Elected Offices of Assessor, Auditor, Clerk, Treasurer, Commissioners, Sheriff and Prosecuting Attorney. Commissioner Huntingford seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. The meeting was recessed at the conclusion of scheduled business and reconvened with all three Board members present at 7:00 p.m. in the Brinnon School Gymnasium for a hearing on the Brinnon Sub Area Plan. HEARING re: Brinnon Sub Area Plan: There were approximately 45 citizens present. Due to failure of the recording system, these minutes are complied from handwritten notes. Page 7 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Chairman Richard Wojt opened the public hearing and Associate Planner Josh Peters gave a short overview of the plan. He also reported that the Hearing Examiner's decision on the SEPA Threshold Determination for the Brinnon Sub Area Plan was issued today. Nancy Dorgan, Port Townsend, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Peter Siefert, Brinnon, read and submitted his statement opposed to the BSAP adoption. (See permanent record.) Commissioner Huntingford asked Peter Siefert if he participated in the planning process last year? He answered that he made comments during the Public Comment Period, but not at any other time. Kirie Pedersen, Brinnon, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Mark Rose, Brinnon, stated that he is a member of the Better Brinnon Coalition. He felt there was a fundamental error when the County issued a Determination of Non - Significance (DNS) on the BSAP. He then read the Hearing Examiner's decision on the SEPA appeal and advised that he is grateful for this decision. The Brinnon Sub Area Plan will result in a massive re- zoning of an environmentally sensitive area and he intends to appeal the entire plan. He feels that siting a Master Planned Resort (MPR) at Black Point is irresponsible and insulting to those that live in Brinnon, and so is the re- zoning of Wa Wa Point. The Commissioners must take responsibility for this planning process because it has left the community angry and polarized. This planning process should be done again and conflicts of interest should not be allowed. All the planning documents should be shared and not withheld from interested citizens. There should be a report from the Sub Area Planning Group to the Planning Commission every three months. The County should be dedicated to never repeating what happened in Brinnon during this planning process and the Board of Commissioners must take responsibility. Commissioner Huntingford asked if the development allowed in the BSAP would be taken out of the channel migration zones? Mark Rose answered that he is not a habitat biologist and an area wide environmental impact study is needed to make this determination. Brinnon is one of the most environmentally sensitive areas in the County. Commissioner Huntingford then asked if it makes sense to move future development from the flood plain? Mark Rose answered yes. Joe Spencer, Seabeck, stated that he has family and investments in Jefferson County. He was surprised to hear that Jefferson County declared that this planned development area did not require an EIS. He was shocked that development could go on without doing a study. He feels an EIS should be done for even minor things like repair of an existing structure. He can't believe that a DNS was issued and feels it was irresponsible to issue one. Page 8 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Deborah Siefert, Brinnon, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Jeanette Van Veelen, Bellingham and Brinnon, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. She also submitted a petition from college students who could not be present to express their views at this hearing. (See permanent record.) Arnold "Bud" Schindler, Brinnon, read and submitted his statement urging the Board to approve and adopt the BSAP. (See permanent record.) Ivan Yelvik, Brinnon, stated that he supports the plan. He grew up in Brinnon and his family owns a store, farm, commercial beach and boat launch here. The community needs economic development and it can be done without damaging the environment. The area needs businesses with good jobs. He was forced to cut his college education short because he didn't have enough money. His family has owned their store since 1876. The longer the residents have to wait to develop the area, the more businesses will be forced to close. There is nothing here to bring in tourists — no salmon, no logging, nothing to offer people to come here. He is in favor of the plan. The community needs all the help it can get. People need jobs so they can develop their houses and property. He urged the Board to vote for this plan. Chuck Finnila, Brinnon, said that he was a member of the Brinnon Sub Area Planning Group and is in favor of the plan. (See permanent record.) He explained that he had a monetary investment in Black Point and the MPR which is larger than his holdings. At one end of the MPR is a marina and at the other end is an RV Park. This property had been designated commercial since the 1970s and zoned a commercial crossroads in 1992. The property was down zoned last fall and he lost his financing on this holding which would have included a restaurant and hotel. He has filed for bankruptcy and hopes that it will be re -zoned commercial some day. Walt Parks, Brinnon, read and submitted his statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Olivia Alfano, Brinnon, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Dana Roberts, Port Townsend, read and submitted his statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Diane Derrick, Brinnon, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Page 9 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Loni Beringer, Brinnon, stated that she let it be known that she was against the plan because early on she felt there was a conflict of interest of some members. She felt the majority of their goals addressed Black Point and was aimed at attracting wealthy tourists. She believed the plan was not addressing most of the people of Brinnon. She has personally observed, read, and tried to make sense of the Brinnon Planning Group's proposals. "I'm sorry, but I do not support it. Brinnon deserves better. I do not believe it represents the people. I believe it represent a few of the people. For this very reason that's why I support the Better Brinnon Coalition because it welcomes and addresses everyone's concerns for the future of Brinnon. Finally, I kept coming back to one little thought over and over again. A thought I felt I had to keep to myself for if people knew they surly would think that I just simply don't get it — that little thought is this — I cannot find where Brinnon is so darn broken. I think you all know who I am. I am Loni Beringer, and as I've said before, my family moved to Brinnon 16 -17 years ago. We manage the Brinnon Store for my mother Jan Johnson. My youngest son has worked there for 10 years. I realized early on there was going to be a price to pay to live in this very small yet breathtaking area of Hood Canal. Anything I needed I was going to have to prepare to do some serious travel time. I came from an area that had everything on every block and the next block repeated the first. Convenience you bet, but now I honestly and sincerely hope I never have to go back and live in that noise and chaos again. I was informed by someone very dear and special to me that Brinnon had 3 things going for it - water on one side, mountains on the other side, and a road going through the middle. I might add she meant this as a compliment. We are in a very sensitive location. The reality is Brinnon is about as small a town as there is. In some of the past meetings I've heard concerns about our young people and how to keep them here. If our children are lucky enough to grow up with very special dreams and goals, it doesn't surprise me that Brinnon can not be a part of it. If they leave Brinnon to pursue their lives so be it. A small town will always be limited for what it can do for you or give to you. Because we are so limited in size, I believe the businesses that come will only be able to pay minimum wage. Am I saying there is anything wrong with minimum pay jobs? I am not! But how do you raise a family and buy a home of your dreams on minimum wage? Does it mean that I don't want Brinnon to grown — of course not! But, I would like to see growth and change come on its own slow, natural pace. I began attending the Brinnon Planning Group meetings approximately 4 -5 months after it began. I attended most of the meetings up to its conclusion. I was not a member, I just observed. My mother Jan was a member. I guarantee you she was the least popular member on the Committee." Joe Baisch, Brinnon, President of the Quilcene/Brinnon Chamber of Commerce, stated that the struggles of the Chamber of Commerce are over issues such as borrowing on commercial versus conditional use property. The property in Quilcene and Brinnon was down zoned. The County needs to rezone some properties as commercial so people can borrow the money to develop them. We need jobs in Brinnon and Quilcene. These are the issues the Chamber is trying to resolve and provide the leadership to deal with problems. There are problems with teens here. They at least need to bring something to the Chamber to help resolve these issues. He urged the Board to deal with some of the issues presented in the plan. There must be a compromise position to get things off center for the good of the people. The Board needs to move forward with the Plan. Ted Labbe, Habitat Biologist, Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe, read and submitted his statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Page 10 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Eleanor Sather, owner of Whitney Gardens, Brinnon, stated that she likes living in Brinnon even though it is limiting as far as jobs and what you can do. The Whitney Gardens bring in a lot of people to the area. The Quilcene Music Festival, and the Dosewallips Park also bring people into the area. The Whitney Gardens is a seasonal business. They have not gotten much support from the Chambers. She supports the Better Brinnon Coalition. She worked on the Brinnon plan in 1984 and Brinnon did a second plan in 1995. The last plan included personal attacks. She couldn't deal with problems presented and the way people were treated by the Planning Group. She is disappointed in the plan because it is not up to the standard Brinnon needs. It is important for the community to get on. Commissioner Titterness asked if Mrs. Sather supported the 1995 Plan? Eleanor Sather answered that she did support that plan. Commissioner Huntingford asked Mrs. Sather if there is a difference between the 1995 Plan and the new plan? Eleanor Sather answered that the difference between the two plans is politics, and what the people wanted. The 1995 plan was difficult for them because Whitney Gardens wasn't a commercial area then. Commissioner Huntingford asked how Whitney Gardens would be effected if it wasn't in the commercial zoning boundary? Eleanor Sather answered that it would not be effected because she would not sell her property. Robyn Springer, Brinnon, stated that she has heard concerns and fears here this evening. She has 3 children and a husband who was born and raised in Brinnon. He is a third generation logger. There is no economic opportunity in Brinnon. There need to be changes to effect that. The plan is responsible for what would and would not fit in Brinnon. Businesses that fit will thrive. Everything has to be looked at including the effects on young families and those who want to raise young families in this area. The Plan addresses this. It is not in concrete that we'll have a resort. Lack of economy effects schools and children. She supports the plan. Bud Smith, Brinnon, stated that he is an excavator and has been in the Brinnon community for 26 -27 years. He's seen lots happen — floods that moved creeks and salmon spawning in the creek within two months. Is the plan right? No, but it will never be right. The Group worked on the plan hard for a long time. There used to be resorts in this area. Never going to over populate this area. We've got enough rules and regulations, but not enough work. He urged the Board to approve something. He believes these people should have their zoning back. Do something!! Jean Hissong, Brinnon, said that she lived in Puyallup for 28 years and moved to the Olympic Canal Tracts in 1985. She came here because there was no traffic. She loves it here just the way it is and she wants to stay. Ceclia Pedersen, Seabeck, read and submitted her statement opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan's (BSAP) adoption. (See permanent record.) Linda Tudor, Brinnon, stated that she wants to make it clear that there is an organized effort to oppose the adoption of the Brinnon Sub Area Plan. She has heard no constructive strategies or ideas that would be good to hear. The community at large is not here tonight. They're busy working, raising their families, or being retired. Brinnon has always been a resort town. No MPR will effect the visual qualities of the area. The environmental impacts will be addressed and the Plan represents the communities desire and needs. It is a good framework to move forward for the next 20 years. Page 11 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 David Sullivan, Port Townsend, stated that in his work he listens all day long which is hard work. He has worked as a Mental Health Nurse for 25 years. The aim of the Comprehensive Plan is to provide the best environmental, social and economic future for the County. There is a lot of division in Brinnon and it's unfortunate it's gone on so long. No matter what happens with the Plan, it will go to a higher court and that defeats everyone working together. The people can negotiate and find a resolution. Karen Sickel, Brinnon, said that there are very few Brinnon people here tonight, the majority of them are at home. She asked that the Board consider the wants and desires of the people who live here (in Brinnon) first. She has heard a lot about the environment tonight, but where was that outrage when Green Crow was proposing to put in a quarry? She doesn't believe these people are sincere. She urged the Board to support the plan. Kate Marsh, Brinnon, explained that at the meetings of the Brinnon Sub Area Planning Group there were two public comment periods, one at the beginning and one at the end of the meeting, and comments were also taken during the meeting on the topic being discussed. The committee members care deeply about Brinnon. She resents that people think the Committee focused on the MPR or ignored the environment. They considered all comments. Tonight she had heard mostly complaints and accusations, not constructive comments. There is nothing wrong with the Plan. She feels it will adequately serve the community and she urged the Board to adopt it. Wayne King, Gardiner, and PUD Commissioner for this District, stated that the main thing here for the PUD is that there is nothing in the plan about water. There are no water rights for the resort. The PUD will be monitoring salt water intrusion. He feels there were personal conflicts of interest for some of the members of the Sub Area Planning Group. He worked on the Gardiner Community Plan for two years and suggested that the people in Brinnon be surveyed to indicate what they want. The BSAP says that residency is not required for a home based business. How can that be done? Wages for jobs created by the MPR would be minimum wage, seasonal jobs with no benefits — basically school kid jobs. Judy Eaglestone, Brinnon, said that she knows the people who worked on this plan and they are sincere and put in a lot of time on it. Brinnon needs a plan and she supports this plan. Linda Ere, Brinnon, stated that she owns the video store and gift shop located in the downtown area, which is off the highway. She has a struggle to keep her business going. She would like to hire an employee but can not afford one. The commercial area is only good for the businesses located on the Highway. The downtown area is in the flood plain. Residences are popping up around Brinnon, but businesses aren't. She can't put signs up on the Highway for her business, and there are businesses up for sale. Young people have to leave the community because they can't find work. People that worked on this plan, worked hard. No one wants a strip mall, but they do want some businesses. Senior citizens retire here and then have to leave because one of them get sick and there are no medical services here. This is no good for anyone. At one point in time a mailing was sent out by Linda Tudor about a development she was planning. 37% of the survey were returned to her and of those 97% were in favor of the project. Page 12 Commissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 Jean Wassell, Brinnon, stated that she lives in the middle of Brinnon square. She is alarmed at the personal comments and animosity from the people who have spoken. The people that worked on the Plan did so on their own time for a long time. Environmental issues were not addressed (in the Plan) because they are already addressed. There has been a deterioration of services in this town. Brinnon needs to keep improving. The permitting process is part of the problem. Water is abundant in the Dosewallips River Valley. She appreciates all the work and effort of the Sub Area Planning Group. People want some responsible development in this area. Pat Rogers, Brinnon, member of the Planning Commission and the School Board, said that he loves Brinnon but not the way it is. Methamphetamines are taken to satisfy despair and lack of hope, which is the result of no economic opportunity. 40% of the children in the Brinnon School are below the poverty level. Opportunity is needed for this community to grow. This plan doesn't go into detail. It's a road map for development. He strongly urged the Board to pass the Brinnon Sub Area Plan. Cathmia Jhimmar, Brinnon, said that she runs the Bayshore Motel on Highway 101. Some parts of the plan are good. She is concerned about a major resort, and doesn't know if it can be kept full. People come to Brinnon for the view, peace and quiet, seclusion and natural habitat. If she can't keep the Bayshore Motel rooms full, how would a year around resort keep their rooms full? In winter everyone goes south. There is a seasonal economy in Brinnon. A resort will provide minimum wage jobs, but kids need better than that. Olycap is trying to get more health care for the community. She feels Brinnon needs a plan, but doesn't think this Plan has all the right things in it to provide what this seasonal community needs. Water is a problem. Certain aspects of the Plan need to be looked at and changes made. She appreciates the work on the Committee but the plan needs work. Delila Dowd, Brinnon, stated that she is a 17 year resident of Brinnon. She is a person for a livable community. The Plan fits the community. There is nothing wrong with working for minimum wage. The community needs that. It will help all Jefferson County. The Planning Group did a good job. They had problems but ironed them out to come to a good conclusion. The community needs this plan. It's not the end, or the last plan Brinnon will see. Joy Baisch, Brinnon, said that there are some misunderstandings that she wants to straighten out: 1) She or her husband do not own property at WaWa Point, Black Point, or in downtown Brinnon. 2) She served on the Planning Commission from 1994 to 1996, and on the Brinnon School Board and the Chamber of Commerce. Many things are intertwined. Topography in Brinnon is restricted. There is a very high mountain range that goes to the water and less than 6% of the property in Brinnon is privately owned. There are many restrictions. Brinnon was the only community to have a plan in 1979 and it was included in the 1982 Comprehensive Plan. The BSAPG worked for months on every element. The meetings were advertised and public comments were always taken. The other government agencies knew this was going on and should have been at the meetings. The commercial districts are the same as those in the previous plans. She asked the County to give back the properties that were down zoned. The Committee asked to see the well logs for the Brinnon area and not one well in Brinnon had salt water intrusion. It's the County's job to do regulations and performance based standards on projects and that's why these are not addressed in the Plan. Home based businesses (UDC 3.6.12A(4)) may be permitted conditionally at a non residential location. This has been mis- characterized. People have been given the wrong information. If people of this Page 13 OCommissioners Meeting Minutes: Week of March 11, 2002 y community think this is just a small interest group doing the plan, why would the community vote for a new fire station or post office which indicate that they expect growth? Regulations come from the County, state and federal governments. A lot of people are not here tonight. She handed in 50 letters from people in support of the Plan and asked those present who were in favor of the Plan to stand. Hearing no further comments, the Chairman closed the public hearing and advised that written comments will be taken until 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15, 2002. MEETING ADJO D, SEAL: . w ATTEST: CMG(.. orna Delaney, CMC Clerk of the Board JEFFERSON OUNTY BOARD OF MMISSIO Elks, �1 i c ar oft '9 (Excused Absence) GWittemess, ber D Page 14 0 JEFFERSON COUNTY GUEST LIST HEARING: Brinnon Sub -Area Plan DATE: Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Brinnon School Gym NAME (Please Print) STREET ADDRESS CITY Testi ony? YES NO MAYBE A/a,.,� o� a X137 Wasti ;., ion, Sf l 1111 ❑ 0'`❑ Er ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ C-- ❑ P ❑❑❑ 1111❑ 1111❑ 11 11 ❑ 11 11 ❑ [1 0 11 ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ F1 D FT l�,� �� 3 /s" Lac. /[ �I" d j�� � H n Ic t -E12T' • I&K G#ArA G "k N- r . r1 .i:1 r� F17 A JEFFERSON COUNTY GUEST LIST HEARING: Brinnon Sub -Area Plan DATE: Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Brinnon School Gym NAME (Ple se Print) S STREET ADDRESS C CITY T Testimony? YES NO MAYBE (.fib 3 3 13 qLjy tol T T �lt,)ti1Notj ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 1 i f E 1 `` ❑ y —Peboyz � (e v- P PL"-( a (; P4. Ind I IV), 00n ® :� (k&,- %.re�-Pavt t ` `k ❑ / G V� �l hu n ❑ Z- 4 E 0C) �► �ede Mc ►� ��1xc -1~ K44993 ❑ CC- JEFFERSON COUNTY GUEST LIST HEARING: Brinnon Sub -Area Plan DATE: Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Brinnon School Gym NAME (Please Print) STREET ADDRESS CITY Testimony? YES NO MAYBE a LGJ ❑ ❑ VO El ❑ ❑ E"" ❑ ❑ C? © ❑ ❑ 12/11 ❑ � ❑ ❑ e 2 ~ � 0 P n c oa &n-) u c44 r6r 01- w-v t`i"S 4 3 - 2 2 ` ' I �(�N,� �� YL121 �< % '�t.- ��,� Nail -- - -- vvw JEFFERSON COUNTY5•�;.v r GUEST LIST HEARING: Brinnon Sub -Area Plan DATE: Tuesday, March 12, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. PLACE: Brinnon School Gym NAME (Please Print) STREET ADDRESS CITY Testimony? YES NO MAYBE ��,� � � � I� � aZ �t7TI � �D I`/ � ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 1 ❑ ❑ 11 11 ❑ 11 11 ❑ ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ 0110 ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ El 1111 ❑❑❑ ❑❑❑ Nod PC) ILI Comments Received at Brinnon Sub Area Plan Hearing 3/12/02 I CC +� j'7G� ,3Ir3�aa. March 12, 2002 Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Re: Brinnon Sub -area Plan Commissioners: ° E C E , V E nD MAR 12 200"2 .JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS There are a lot of land use actions happening in Jefferson County that deeply disturb me and a lot of other individuals and groups. That is the main reason for the newly formed Jefferson County Alliance, which consists of the Irondale Community Action Neighbors, People for a Rural Quimper, Olympic Environmental Council, People for a Liveable Community, and also the Better Brinnon Coalition, who I am here tonight to fully support in their huge efforts to protect their community from the destructive ambitions of an influential few. Legally groundless LAMIRD expansion proposed in the Brinnon Plan is the same issue that concerns those of us in Port Townsend about the Glen Cove area. The Brinnon Plan doesn't get the law right, and it won't be the only place as the County revisits the LAMIRDS one by one. Brinnon just happens to be the first one to come up, but this could just as easily be a hearing taking place in the Courthouse about Glen Cove, and I would be making the same points about the destructive ambitions of an influential few. However, no other area in the County has as fragile an environment as Brinnon. • 1 care about smart planning for our County's future, the GMA- mandated preservation of its rural character, the preservation of the environment, and the protection of water quality. • I care about what happens to Brinnon, but not just because of any legal precedents that might be set here first instead of Glen Cove. • 1 care about Brinnon because I have friends who live here, because it is such a beautiful place, and because it is as much a part of the county that I love as is the city to the North where I live. • 1 care about the degradation of Brinnon's environment because that environment that belongs to us all and it belongs to the future residents of Jefferson County. + 1 care very much that the public process for the Sub -area Plan has been driven from start to finish by a handful of Brinnon boosters who will directly profit from the conversion of Brinnon into a resort town. • 1 simply care about Brinnon, and I claim the right to be here, and I resent being characterized as a carpet - bagger by members of the planning group during public meetings. We all have a lot to lose as a result of this plan -- not just Brinnon residents, who of course, have the most to lose from the Plan's over- reaching visions of development. The Board of Commissioners is well aware already of the hostility this plan has created in this small community. You, the Planning Commission, and the planning group have all anticipated and been preparing for an appeal. In fact, the LAMIRD rationalizations in the Plan read more like a brief than a community plan, and that approach reflects the whole problem This isn't really a community plan at all, but a dressed -up zoning guide. The community of Brinnon deserves better. Brinnon deserves a real plan and I think the community should be given the opportunity to start over and get it right. Plan adoption should also be postponed until the County has implemented the greeter environmental protections that it recently agreed to in the mediated settlement with the Washington Environmental Council in response to their UDC appeal. The County has agreed to identify flood hazard areas and channel migration zones of the Duckabush and Dosewallips . The floodplain is a huge Brinnon concern that was ignored in the zoning expansions in the Sub -area Plan. The County also agreed to develop better UDC regulations for public safety, capital facilities and habitat functions, as well as agreeing to new buffers for any channel migration zone in order to protect riparian functions. Habitat management plans will have to be developed, as well as new wetland replacement ratios for mitigation. The County's priority habitat and species database records used for review of environmentally sensitive areas will have to be updated. Development in the County's most environmentally sensitive area — Brinnon -- should not occur until all those new standards and requirements are in place. I'm sure a new planning group will be more interested in the area's environmental protection than was the first, who excluded those considerations from the current Plan. As I told the Hearings Examiner during the SEPA appeal of the Brinnon Plan, Comprehensive Plan Policy LNP 4.8 stated: "Assist the community of Brinnon, within the limits of available resources, in a public process to investigate the feasibility of an additional location for future commercial development, through a comprehensive study to examine factors includina but not limited to environmental issues economic viability, future growth projections, and infrastructure requirements, consistent with GMA requirements." This 1998 policy put environmental issues at the top of the list of things to be studied for Brinnon's future, but that study never happened before or during the Brinnon planning process. The planning group, however, did find plenty of additional locations for future commercial development, because that was all they were looking for. Sincerely. Nancy Dorgan People for a Liveable Community Port Townsend cc . '7C7 3113ha Testimony before the Board of County Commissioners Brinnon Sub Area Plan Peter R. Siefert P.O. Box 41.2 Brinnon, WA. 98320 March 12, 2002 C E � V F MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS My wife and I started coming to Brinnon almost 20 years ago. We had no home here, but spent many days camping at the Seal Rock Campground. The natural beauty of Hood Canal and the Olympic Mountains lured us back, time and time again. We were able to purchase a home on Jackson Cove in 1997, and brought along our small sailboat, which is moored in a slip, we purchased when we became shareholders of the Pleasant Harbor Corporation. We became involved with the BSAP last summer when we could not believe that this citizens group could be taking so many risks with what had brought us to this community. Our most precious resource, the waters and rivers of flood Canal How could this group consider incorporating into their plan a Master Planned Resort at Black. Point, to be developed by the same people that has so poorly managed and bankrupted the Pleasant Harbor Marina, and why would they promote a Small Scale Recreational Tourism Overlay on top of a Natural Estuary and adjacent to Forage Fish spawning grounds at Wa Wa Point? These two areas are among the most environmentally sensitive in the state. I wondered why the BSAG took no advice from Fish and Wildlife experts on the consequences of Fertilizer, Pesticides, and Weed. Killers being introduced into the fragile waters surrounding these proposed developments? I wondered where would the 50 million gallons of water come from to water a typical golf course for 1 year? I wondered why the group did not query the people who lived in these neighborhoods for their input? It did not take long for me to realize that this was no plan for the community; this was a plan for those who happened to own property at Black Point and WA WA Point. Did the authors of this plan really think our community was so naive to believe that this plan was good for all the citizens of Brinnon? That as we drove into town we would welcome the sight of a Strip Mall on what is known as Hjelvik's field. We did not move here to deal with the traffic, noise, pollution, destruction of the environment and the Urban Sprawl associated with this plan. Some residents have been led to believe that there are State, Federal and County laws in place that will protect our environment from the harmful effects of development. Sadly this is not always the case. In fact, according to the Dept. of Community Development, Jefferson County has no Law Enforcement officials for overseeing development projects; further the UDC has no guidelines for developing a Master Planned Resort. e In September, as the days start to grow shorter, the rain begins to fall, and the last Golfers head for the Ferries. the tons of pesticides, weed killers and fertilizers that have been spread over the fairways and greens all summer really start to go to work. Not on. the Golf Course, but on the neighboring; Wells and Beaches as they leech into the aquifers and waters of Mood Canal. Come spring, the nutrients from the fertilizers will feed marine Algae and just as a garden blooms so will the algae. As these tiny plants begin to die and decompose they consume the life sustaining oxygen needed by the Fish and Shellfish to Survive. The thriving Dosewalips Spit could become a desert, or simply a home for contaminated Shellfish. Our famous Spotted Shrimp would cease to exist. In other words the Central Hood Canal could become what Biologists refer to as a "Dead Zone ". A scenario such as this could devastate a local economy that is dependent on the tourists who come to enjoy the Clams and Oysters from our beaches, and the Crab, Shrimp and Fish from our waters. Who will take the blame for this type of disaster? Who will pay to clean it up? Where will the County appropriate the funds to defend itself from the lawsuits that will surely be filed? These are legitimate questions that deserve answers before the first vote is cast.. Those of us who live here in Brinnon do so with the understanding that we will have to travel a. few extra miles for sometimes even the smallest of necessities. But this is an insignificant fact of life when compared to the solitude and beauty of our community. Like many of our friends and neighbors we moved here because we enjoy the rural lifestyle. Brinnon is Brinnon, it is unique in it's way of life and no matter how many attempts are made to introduce a major development here, such as an MPR, the facts will be the same. The town is located on a 100 -year floodplain. It is difficult to get to from major metropolitan areas, especially when a slide occurs on Highway 101, it is surrounded by a fragile ecosystem, and has the type of weather one can hardly consider attractive to year round tourism. The BSAP is a dangerous, unnecessary gamble with the lifestyle of the people who call Brinnon home, and those who come to visit and enjoy our mountains and waters. We deserve better. We deserve a plan for all of Brinnon, our seniors, retirees, local business and children. If you gentlemen give this plan your approval, you will be committing the County to undertake a responsibility it has neither the resources nor the ability to manage, the preservation and protection of one of the last pristine parts of our State. In closing, I offer my support for the Better Brinnon Coalition where all of the citizens of Brinnon can voice their views without fear of intimidation or retribution. The Seattle Times: Golf- course owners appeal state ruling on water rights P C - Featured _Mount Rainier T �w @AMfCC, Page 1 of 2 A Service of The Seaftle seattletimes,com I Timas Company h -e-105 WEB ARCHIVE NW,,-, • Home + • a c .. arc HOME Local News: Wednesday, September 27, 2000 Site index NWrla Web archive Golf- course owners appeal state ruling on — T° Help r r •arni SDeve..lo-p—M Other searches water rights S.peciaiist REI i By Kk Ko New Posith Professions ,Seattle Times Eastside bureau r l & t It e Willows Run Golf Course, owned by Microsoft co- founder Paul Allen and his about brother -in -law Brian Patton, yesterday appealed a state ruling that the course was illegally taking water from the Sammamish River for irrigation. " RD "We firmly believe that we are acting in accord with the rights that came with this property as well as best practices and protections for the overall community," Patton said. "There is a clear difference of opinion on what constitutes our water rights and how best to use the water that comes with this land." The Redmond golf course relies on about 50 million gallons of water annually to keep its 45 -hole, 294 -acre layout lush. Last month the state Department of Ecology ruled the course's water rights had expired. Under state laws, water must be used continuously. If there is a lapse of five or more consecutive years, the rights to that water must be relinquished. Ecology officials said water hadn't been used on the Willows Run property for more than 20 years, from the early 1970s to 1994, when the golf course opened. Local environmentalists have pressured the state for years to crack down on golf courses, arguing that removing water harms threatened salmon populations. Less water means a weaker downhill flow, which leads to a more stagnant river. Salmon prefer cold, fast- flowing water for spawning. Patton maintained yesterday that he, too, had an interest in protecting the environment. The appeal will likely set off years of legal wrangling. Until a final court decision, the golf course, by law, is entitled to continue taking water from the river. The golf course has taken other precautionary steps. It is one of 12 sites that has applied to King County's Department of Natural Resources for a $20 million waste - water -reuse plant that would recycle sewage into a low -grade htt // archives .seattietimes.nwsource_com /c i- bin /texis.c i /web /vortex/dis la ?slu = olf27... 3/12/2002 P� g g P Y� g�g The Seattle Times: Golf - course owners appeal state ruling on water rights Page 2 of 2 solution suitable for irrigation. Michael Ko's phone message number is 205- 515 -5553. His e-mail address is mko seattletimes.com. Copyright 0 2002 The Seattle Times Company Search, web arching .: SCattleArea fqr -ttq « T�f���/ cloudy search Fo,.,..Homes. 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The state Department of Ecology ordered the Redmond golf course to stop Pi • drawing 50 million gallons annually from the river. State ecologists say the YC river is already low on water, endangering the salmon and bull trout that spawn and live there. Tea This action didn't come out of the blue. Environmentalists, the state and Allen have spent the last year warring over whether or not Willows Run has legal water rights. Water is a commodity more precious than Eastside real estate. If Allen were to pay the standard commercial rate for the water his golf course needs, it would cost about $143,000 a year. Suggestion: add an extra buck or two to each round of golf and quit sucking up the public water supply. But it shouldn't be about money. Allen has given millions to the Seattle library system, to public schools and let's not forget the Experience Music Project. Paul, you've done so much for (or is that, "to ) us. We don't mean to be ungrateful. Just pay for your water like everyone else. —Lynne Vamer Copyright O 2002 The Seattle Times Company Search web archive rn VY Pri: Reg i No Prudential MacPherson's - _ 27-at ices, 754aaents serving '1 1� - „ ti the Puget Sound since 1932. http: / /archives- seattleti mes. nwsource. com /cgi- bin /texi s -cgi /web /vortex /di splay?slug= note0 --... 3/12/2002 The Seattle Times: Golf course told to find its water elsewhere Page 1 of 3 Featured Destination: Mound Rainier +ef A Service of r a r NlWclassified 11C r Horne do att t>mes m WEB ARCHIVE a _- Contact a search i HOME Local News: Wednesday, August 30, 2000 Site index --------- HUH TWebarchWe Golf course told to find its water elsewhere �1HYS Help Other searches -- by Michael Ko r Seattle Times Eastside bureau 1 r r a Paul Allen's Willows Run Golf Course is illegally drawing water from the E' Sammamish River and should seek other sources for its irrigation needs, the tt Y state's Department of Ecology ruled yesterday. i 8r�y Online Sam Tic ke?s Local environmentalists, who had pressured Ecology officials for several years to make this decision, claimed victory and said water use should be restricted to protect critical salmon habitat. "We're appalled at a time when we've got salmon dying in the Sammamish River that Paul Allen is taking water out of that river because he says he can't afford to pay for water from the city (of Redmond), " said Robert Caldwell, executive director of the Seattle -based Center for Environmental Policy and Law. "He's ... stealing water that belongs to the state. " Willows Run, co -owned by Microsoft co- founder Allen and his brother -in -law Brian Patton, uses about 50 million gallons of Sammamish River water annually to keep its 45 -hole, 294 -acre facility lush and green. Most of the water comes from a nearby well, which taps a giant aquifer that also feeds the river. Susan Pierson Brown, spokeswoman for Allen's company, Vulcan Northwest, said the golf course intends to appeal the decision. "Willows Run believes it has valid water rights," Pierson Brown said. "Appealing the order ... enables the golf course to have a hearing and finally resolve the issue." The matter appears to be headed for the courts, where the legal wrangling could continue for some time. And until a court rules otherwise, the golf course, by law, is entitled to continue drawing water from the river. Pierson Brown said she did not know whether the course would continue to draw water during the appeal process. Caldwell predicted this is just the first of many battles to come: the state has no choice but to take a tougher stance and restrict the use of river water that can affect salmon survival. So- called "orders of relinquishment" like the one issued to Willows Run have been rare. 1111en a Bask, MY Pi Ye Tea WY P'ri; Reg i No http: / /archives. seattletimes, nwsource. com /egi- bin /texis.cgi /web /vortex /di splay ?sf ugwatr3 (... 3/12/2002 The Seattle Times: Golf course told to find its water elsewhere Page 2 of 3 Recognizing an uncertain future, the golf course recently took several precautionary steps, including negotiating an agreement to buy water from the city of Redmond at a standard commercial rate. The Redmond course also applied to King County's Department of Natural Resources for a $20 million waste -water -reuse plant. The facility would recycle recycle liquid sewage into a low -grade solution suitable for irrigation. A total of i2 applications far the plant were received. The tussle over water rates dates back to at least the 1950s when the state issued a water certificate to a farmer who owned the Willows Run roe In P p rtY� 1967, the state adopted a new law that required landowners to relinquish water rights if they were not used within a given five -year period. In its decision yesterday, the Ecology Department said the water rights hadn't been used on that property for more than 20 years - from the 1970s to 1994, when the golf course opened. That makes the golf course's water rights invalid, said Mary Getchell, Ecology Department spokeswoman. For Ecology officials and environmentalists, the bigger issue is the 50 million gallons of water a year Allen's golf course is extracting from the river. Less water means a weaker downhill flow, which leads to a warmer, more stagnant river. The endangered chinook salmon, for example, prefer cold, fast- flowing water for spawning. "We've said no to other people who have asked to take more water out of the Sammamish River basin," said Keith Phillips, manager for Ecology's Water Resource Program. "It wouldn't be fair to them if we allowed the golf course to use this water." Copyright ® 2002 The Seattle Times Company Sva.rch web archive c SeattleFSBQ.com w Buy or seliAmp a' Commission FREE! ,. seattletimes.com home cal..neyv ;. I .Sports I usiness & togh,r.iQj y I Education I Investigation & special proiects Nation. & world I P9rsqn§j.jo0_n9l9qy I obiu arie.s I Hitorials & opinion I �.Pists (Arts & entertain._rrte,rA Northwest Life I HeaJ1 ..-science I Travel I No.�kh rgs- Weekend I pa ngbAg §t mac_a iz rye Hnme delivery i Contact as i Search archive i Site index NWclassifieds I IVWsource I Advertising info http: // archives .seattletimes.nwsource.com /cgi bin /texis.cgi/ web / vortex /display ?sl.ug=vatr3(... 3/1.2/2002 KING5.COM I LOCAL NEWS I ENVIRONMENT M Of ,ho art 5 ut at fun. „ p� g i g I<u, rt Environment Fish food polluting Capitol Lake N "'a 3 4Wti ,tis 03/01/2002 Reported by Scott Miller, KING 5 News Ecology has decided that these net pens are a source of pollution because the fish food used contains phosphorous, a nutrient that can cause algae ' blooms - a problem that now has two state agencies squaring off. "The net pen is definitely a source of pollution. It's not a huge source, but its definitely a source. And when you're over the threshold, every bit counts," said Kelly Susewind, Dept. of Ecology. Now Ecology has denied a discharge permit for the net pens - a move the Department of Fish and Wildlife is appealing. "We think that in terms of phosphorous, which is an issue of concern here, these pens contribute a very, very small amount," said Tim Waters, Dept. of Fish and Wildlife. Page 1 of 2 Search KINGS.cEorn 1WWWWWWRI Lb Environment Scientists still seeking evidence of whale's health "Despite cooperative efforts cross - border aquifer still shrinking 'Nader warns environmentalists their movement is losing ground Second baby whale isolated in Canadian waters 'Oregon Coast Aquarium ready to help lost Orca Both sides say they are talking, anxious to avoid ' the image of two state .? http: / /www. king5. com/localnews/ environment /N W _030102EN13capi to] lake. 2140173. html 3/11/02 OLYMPIA - Capitol Lake, an estuary beneath the state capitol campus, has too much phosphorous from storm water runoff, from farms upstream and, according to Auto Classifieds In the Know the Department of Ecology, from the net pens full of Internet Service fish. My Specials Direct - +A A few times a week workers for the Department of Fish and Wildlife row out to four netpens in Capitol Lake to Log In feed 200,000 Chinook salmon specially raised to stay Register Account Info in Puget Sound so sport fishers can catch them. • My -Cast • Palm /PDA Info. ._. Now the Department of Ecology has decided that these net pens are a source of pollution because the fish food used contains phosphorous, a nutrient that can cause algae ' blooms - a problem that now has two state agencies squaring off. "The net pen is definitely a source of pollution. It's not a huge source, but its definitely a source. And when you're over the threshold, every bit counts," said Kelly Susewind, Dept. of Ecology. Now Ecology has denied a discharge permit for the net pens - a move the Department of Fish and Wildlife is appealing. "We think that in terms of phosphorous, which is an issue of concern here, these pens contribute a very, very small amount," said Tim Waters, Dept. of Fish and Wildlife. Page 1 of 2 Search KINGS.cEorn 1WWWWWWRI Lb Environment Scientists still seeking evidence of whale's health "Despite cooperative efforts cross - border aquifer still shrinking 'Nader warns environmentalists their movement is losing ground Second baby whale isolated in Canadian waters 'Oregon Coast Aquarium ready to help lost Orca Both sides say they are talking, anxious to avoid ' the image of two state .? http: / /www. king5. com/localnews/ environment /N W _030102EN13capi to] lake. 2140173. html 3/11/02 CC: `MD 3131 MAR 12 2002 To: Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners Re: Proposed Brinnon Sub Area Plan JEFFERSON COUNTY From: Kirie Pedersen, 687 Pulali Point Rd, Brinnon, WA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Date: 12 February 2002 My name is Kirie Pedersen. I was born here and live at 6187 Pulali Point Road. I have been a year -round resident for 19 years, and a property owner since 1988. I am a member of the Better Brinnon Coalition. The Brinnon sub -area Plan is fundamentally flawed. It should not be passed, Data about population, building permits, and demographics on which the plan is built are distorted and false. The majority of current residents are of retirement age and chose this area because it is NOT developed. We have put our lifetime investment into being able to live here in our golden years. Why are our property rights placed after those of speculators? We are the ones who pay for failed developments and infrastructure. Several have asked me, "Why do you care? None of this will happen in our lifetime." This attitude is shameful. Citizenship is what 1 leave to future generations. Only those with a "get rich quick in this lifetime" attitude would fail to consider what we leave behind on this earth. This Plan is not a Plan. It is rezoning for private interests who can sell and/or develop, then run. Many investors have already lost lifetime savings based on their belief that this Plan was viable, and on the County's support of that belief through passage of this Plan. An MPR in Brinnon will not work. A lifting of rules about where cottage industries can be located will result in innumerable lawsuits, if not downright disaster. To strip zone WaWa Point, the first view of Hood Canal as one descends into Planning District 11, is against common sense and the spirit of the law. This Plan essentially rezones ALL of Planning District I 1 into one potential commercial zone. This County has little or no enftorcement. The cumulative effects spell disaster. This area lacks sufficient drinking water. It is one of the few remaining pristine areas in the state. Increased development will drive up prices for the poor and taxes for all of us. What do I want to leave for my child, and for hers? For my young nieces and nephews and for future generations? 1 want to leave one clean and beautiful spot where salt water meets mountain range, and where two rivers flow into the sea, the Hood Canal " shoreline of international significance." I want to leave one spot that is green and filled with species already threatened which could cease to exist forever. I want to leave wetlands and streams and rivers and a saltwater shoreline not befouled with run -off from too many boats. 1 want peace and quiet, not a constant roar of small planes swooping too close to homes and eagles' nests. This is my birthplace and my home. I will give everything that I have in order to protect it for my child and for future generations. We demand a real Plan. Respect Ily submitted, Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Encl: Destruction of Paradise, Habitat and Shoreline Report for Planning District 11; Well Water Report for Planning District 11; Some Notes on Saltwater Intrusion; Identification of Brinnon as area of drought and dry wells (Seattle Times) DESTRUCTION OF PARADISE PD, HABITAT, WILDLIFE, AND SHORELINE REPORT MAR 12 zaaz FOR PLANNING DISTRICT 11 (BRZNNON ARFOA JEFFERSON COUNTY RD OF COMMISSIONERS Submitted by Kirie Pedersen M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition Addendum to Testimony to County Commissioners Public Hearing of February 12, 2002 Brinnon, Washington A seasoned world traveler once said that the Brinnon area surpasses anything in the world. Others compare the area to the fjords of Scandinavia, or even "paradise." A Chinese feng sui artist, speaking through an interpreter, called this "sacred land. It is the pearl in the mouth of the dragon." The Native people who thrived here for thousands of years, producing what Northwest Best Places calls "one of the most advanced cultures on earth," treated this area as sacred. O'wota, or Mrs.Kate Brinnon, was the sister of Chetzamoka of the S'Klallam nation. Born in approximately 1839, she is buried on Brinnon Hill beside her husband, Ewell Brinnon. According to original homesteader Ray Lindeke, Pulali Point was the location for ceremonies for the dead. Native people used Jackson Cove, the spit in front of the unincorporated village of Brinnon, and Pleasant Harbor at Black Point for summer camps, salmon and shellfish harvest, huckleberry gathering, and the annual dog - salmon run. The native sovereign nations continue to maintain a legally enforceable interest and right to shellfish harvest in this area. Besides containing two major rivers, the Dosewallips and the Duckabush, the Brinnon Planning District runs along Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, MA. Better Brinnon Coalition 1 twenty (20) miles of Hood Canal shoreline, with the Olympic Mountains rising directly above. Shoreline Habitat by Jerry Gorsline, Washington Environmental Council Healthy, productive shoreline habitat protected under the Shoreline Management Act is essential for the survival of many fish and wildlife species in Jefferson County. The decline of several species, including of ESA listed chum and chinook salmon stocks, can be linked in part to the loss of shoreline habitat, which includes riparian, floodplain, estuary and nearshore habitat types. Shoreline habitats can be damaged by: shoreline armoring, landfilling, diking and channeling, dredging, in -water structures, clearing and grading, nutrient enrichment, exotic species, water pollution, shifts in water flow regimes and alteration of riparian zones. As population growth continues in Jefferson County, and as people continue to build on and near the shoreline, there will continue to be pressures on the quality of shoreline habitats and the species they support. Types of Shoreline Habitat Riparian areas and floodplains are critical landscape components, linking aquatic and terrestrial systems; they regulate aquatic habitat formation, as well as the entry of water, nutrients, and organic material into aquatic habitats. Salmon use floodplain channels for spawning and for over wintering, feeding and refuge. Salmon and other aquatic life take advantage of side channels that provide a rich food supply and stable hydrologic conditions. Juvenile salmon typically feed in the shallows and seek cover from predators in deeper water or in woody debris complexes and emergent vegetation. The growth that the juvenile salmon are able to acquire in these habitats improves their overall size and survival rates. The channel migration zone is the area where the active channel of a river or stream is prone to movement over time. Channel migration is usually found along a small Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brannon Coalition 2 percentage of the entire stream network length; however, effective management of ecological functions in channel migration zones is critical to reduce flood hazards, erosion and habitat loss, and to avoid the need for future shoreline stabilization. River channel migration zones must be managed to ensure: Future river channel movement is not restricted in ways that negatively impact adjacent properties or habitat, and ➢ New development is located so as to avoid the need for future shoreline stabilization The riparian zone is the area where aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems naturally interact and is essential to both fish and wildlife. Vegetation along riverbanks provides habitat for most wildlife and is extremely important for most species of Pacific salmon. Streamside plants shade the water, help moderate water temperature, promote stream -bank stability, and provide organic nutrients to the aquatic ecosystem. Riparian trees are the source of large in- stream woody debris that is a primary factor influencing channel form, creating the pools, riffles and side channels that are essential habitat for many fish and other aquatic species. Estuaries have long been recognized as one of the most productive aquatic environments. Their abundant food supply and wide salinity gradients make these areas particularly valuable to anadromous fish for rearing, feeding, and completing the biological transition between fresh water and marine habitats. The vital role estuaries play in chum salmon ecology is a basic tenet of salmon biology. Nearshore habitat serves to bridge these widely dispersed estuarine deltas areas. Natural beaches, eel grass beds, and functioning "drift cells ", all provide productive, protected migratory corridors for salmon and other aquatic species. For salmon, these nearshore habitats serve to span delta estuarine - rearing areas and effectively transition to open -water migration. "Drift cell" means a particular reach of marine shore in which sediment erosion, transport and deposition occur and which contains natural sources of sediment and also accretion shore forms created by such drift. Drift cells Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition 3 are analogous to watersheds in delineating land into discrete areas that function as an interconnected unit. Categories of nearshore habitat include: marshes, riparian vegetation, sandflats, mudflats, rock - gravel, unvegetated subtidal, kelp beds, interidal algae and eelgrass. Human- induced impacts affecting nearshore habitat include: ➢ Shoreline modifications include: shoreline armoring, boat ramps, piers and docks, recreational boat slips (wood, concrete, landfill, riprap) ➢ Inadequate shoreline setbacks ➢ Vegetation removal /Inadequate buffers: ➢ Increased Flood Hazards ➢ Cumulative Impacts (30 o statewide shoreline is "modified ") Shoreline armoring (or "bulkheading ") can lead to beach erosion, interrupt sediment flow, adversely affect biological systems that depend on those sediments, physically displace (and destroy) high intertidal habitats (e.g. baitfish spawning habitat) and eliminate riparian habitat (e.g.-overhanging vegetation). Shoreline modification leads to direct habitat loss through conversion, and indirect habitat loss through alteration of nearshore processes and sediment budgets and has been identified as an important indicator of human impact on habitat health. Queries of the DNR ShoreZone Inventory data show that approximately one -third of Washington State's shorelines have been modified. The extent of modification varies widely among regions, and is correlated with both human and environmental factors. Unconsolidated shorelines with high population densities tend to be more highly modified, for example 790 of the eastern side of Central Puget Sound Basin has been modified. The rocky outer coast, which is not extensively developed, has little shoreline modification. While data specific to Jefferson County is currently lacking, shoreline hardening has occurred along both river and marine shorelines. Quantitative measures of shoreline modification in eastern Jefferson County and ecological damage assessments will be available within the coming year. Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, MA. Better Brinnon Coalition 4 Armoring of the shoreline is sometimes necessary; otherwise we couldn't land ferries or have docks and other structures. The critical part is deciding where those structures can be placed in order to maintain natural functions; and, of course, where they could be removed to restore functions. So, it isn't so much a matter of adding up all the miles of bulkheads; it is rather a case of planning more effectively in the future. New Shoreline Master Program Guidelines The new Shoreline Master Program (SMP) Guidelines promote a basin -wide approach to avoiding cumulative impacts to shoreline processes: ➢ Inventory shorelines, addressing land use, flood and slide hazard areas, degraded sites with restoration potential, general location of Channel Migration Zones ➢ Based on inventories, re- evaluate and revise shoreline "environment designations" ➢ Project future full build -out conditions, to ensure shoreline functions are preserved and that new development avoids hazardous situations ➢ Revise shoreline policies and regulations, integrating as needed, with GMA plans and regulations These measures benefit both people and fish and wildlife. The Federal services have indicated they will issue an incidental take statement (ITS) for Fart IV ( "Path B ") of the Guidelines. Once an ITS is issued, three layers of liability protection will be available to: ➢ State government (Ecology) when it approves a Part IV (Path B) local SMP or related shoreline permits, ➢ Local government when it approves shoreline development and activities that comply with Path B of the Guidelines, and ➢ Shoreline developers (private and public) who build projects consistent with a local Part IV SMP, even if the project results in harm to fish or their habitat. Existing agriculture is unaffected by both "Part III" and "Part IV" of the rule. In this case, the guidelines defer to the Agriculture, Fish and Wildlife process currently underway to define voluntary goals for agricultural use of shorelines: "New shoreline master program provisions do not Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, A4. A. Better Brinnon Coalition 5 apply retroactively to existing agricultural uses" [WAC 173 -26 -240 (3) (a) and 340 (3) (a) ] . Jefferson County Shoreline Master Plan Update The county made a commitment in 2000 to produce an updated Shoreline Master Plan (SMP) that would go out for public review in 2001 and be incorporated into the Unified Development Code that was adopted in November 2000 to implement the Comp Plan's policy goals and objectives. The purpose of the rewrite would bring the SMP into conformity with the Comprehensive Plan, adopted in 1998, and incorporate the last twenty years of shoreline management knowledge and experience into the SMP. An updated SMP would move Jefferson County closer to meeting new federal requirements for the protection of salmon stocks recently listed under the Endangered Species Act. Under the previous Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), the county proactively undertook to update its antiquated SMP and put a lot of effort into creating the draft update released in July 2000. The inventory and analysis requirement is probably the most costly element of the new guidelines, and the county had already made a significant start on that work, funded by two Coastal Zone Management grants administered by the Department of Ecology. The County had to match this money, and did so through in -kind contributions, including its own staff time and hours contributed by the Citizen's Advisory Group (CAG). The CAG included a dozen county residents with a wide range of ability and experience directly associated with shoreline planning issues. The CAG critically reviewed a SMP draft produced by county planning staff and consultants during a series of eight meetings in April and June 2000, which resulted in improvements to the draft SMP and also identified some key policy issues and options for the Planning Commission to consider. The combined value of this investment represents approximately $80,000 of taxpayer monies. The next step had been for the Planning Commission to make recommendations to the BOCC on key policy options and for the BOCC to make the key policy decision whether to follow Path A or Path B (for ESA compliance) in the new Guidelines, and proceed with creating the final draft for Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition 6 public review. However, the new BOCC instead put that process on hold and joined with 28 other counties in an administrative challenge to the new Guidelines. Impacts to Jefferson County Shoreline Environment The eastern Jefferson County shoreline is certainly not a pristine environment. While it may be a relatively less impacted compared to the fully built out urban environments of Seattle, Tacoma and central Puget Sound, it has nonetheless been impacted by urban and rural residential development, agricultural and industrial land uses, along both fresh and marine water shorelines. A 1999 survey of the shoreline between Kala Point and Tala Point revealed that only two of nine salt marshes had suffered no losses in recent years. An estimated nine acres, or 18 percent of the former total of 51 acres, has been lost due to road, home, and other construction and fill. Queries of the DNR Shorelone Inventory data show that approximately 11 percent of eastern Jefferson County's shoreline has been modified by a combination of boat ramps, concrete and wooden bulkheads, landfills, sheet piles, and rip rap. In addition, there is evidence that human actions have severely altered or completely eliminated estuary habitat and functions on many river systems in eastern Jefferson County. The following data on impacts to eastern Jefferson County estuarine salmon habitat is taken from the Summer Chum Salmon Conservation Initiative: An Implementation Plan to Recover Summer Chum in the Hood Canal and Strait of Juan de Fuca Region, compiled by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife and Point -No -Point Treaty Tribes: ➢ Three diked areas prevent tidal inundation in approximately 25 percent of the common original delta of Salmon and Snow Creek. ➢ Approximately 30 ac of Chimacum Creek's tidal marshland has been filled. ➢ Dikes along the Little Quilcene River have isolated the main channel from adjacent slough habitat. Approximately 250 of the historic delta area is diked along the western margin of the delta. Four road or Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kyrie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition 7 .- MOWOWA it causeway segments totaling constrict or prevent natural tidal inundation of adjoining wetlands. ➢ Dikes along the Big Quilcene River and parallel to the coast south of the river mouth have isolated the main channel from slough habitat; dikes obstruct about 21 percent of the estimated historic delta. ➢ At least six diked areas occupy 15 percent of the original summer chum rearing and migration habitat in the Dosewallips River estuary. Ten road causeways totaling 1.2 miles bisect or fringe the delta. Construction of the highway, and subsequent development, essentially cut off most of the secondary tidal channel connectivity across the delta. Five fill areas associated with residential or agricultural development occupy 2.5 ac of historical delta area. 1 Logging of old - growth floodplain forests, river channelization, and the expansion of pasture and residential areas along the lower 3.0 miles of the river have reduced both the original extent of riparian forests and the potential for large woody debris recruitment to the channel. An analysis of riparian large woody debris recruitment potential completed as part of the Dosewallips Watershed Analysis showed poor riparian conditions predominate along forty percent of the entire length of the river main stem. ➢ Two diked areas occupy 2.8 percent of the original Duckabush River estuarine delta habitat. Five roads traverse the delta at various locations, the most F obvious of which is Highway 101. These road causeways y represent a major disruption to tidal circulation and fish movement across emergent wetlands in the mid reaches of the delta. Logging of old growth floodplain forest and conversion to pasture and residential areas ay has greatly reduced the potential for LWD recruitment to the channel. For more information contact: Jerry Gorsline Washington Environmental Council Phone 360- 385 -6132 Email: jerry@wecprotects.com 3 Habitat and historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition 8 The only road access to the Brinnon area is Highway 101. The highway crosses Mount Walker from the north, then meanders southward along the coast of Hood Canal. Water access crosses seas controlled and often closed without warning by the United States military. This has been even more the case since September 11, 2001. Significant Natural Areas of Jefferson County: According to an U.S. Forest Service report, 359 of 414 wildlife species studied in Washington and Oregon occupy riparian zones during all or part of their lives. Significant natural areas in the Brinnon area (Planning District 11, Jefferson County) are based on the following criteria: ➢ Area used by rare or endangered or threatened species, ➢ Area used by species of significant commercial or recreational value, ➢ Unique plant communities, Y Significant wildlife habitat, Y Representative examples of natural plant and animal communities, and ➢ Other natural features considered significant because they are diminishing or provide habitat for significant species, Brinnon Quadrangle (Mylar Square Map # 63): Farm Pond in Hjelvick Meadow (now proposed for strip' development): Located just east of Highway 101 and the Olympic National Forest boundary approximately one mile north of Seal Rock, this is a rare salt to fresh -water four -acre pond with outlet to Hood Canal. Due to migrating species, including a petrel identified in 1984 by Mr. Greg Brooks, this area warrants focused attention. Petrels are an open sea bird Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to I'estnnony kirie Pedersen, MA. Better Brinnon Coalition 9 and little is known about their presence in this area. Fresh to salt -water lagoons are likewise the only habitat where the protected species Common Loon can breed, as they must have an extended "take -off" zone due to their poor flight skills. Algal Communities Algal sea grass communities occur along the shorelines. These communities provide rich offshore habitat for a myriad of sea life, which in turn attract migratory and year -round bird species. Pacific Herring This area of Hood Canal is identified as a Pacific herring habitat of "international significance." Spawning pockets are associated with algal communities. Salmon Spawning Creeks Salmon spawning creeks include Turner Creek and Spencer Creek and need restoration. Salmon Spawning Rivers: The Dosewallips and Duckabush Rivers, though compromised, provide spawning habitat and are in need of restoration. Seal Rock State Park A recognized and protected area, this popular tourist spot abuts an eelgrass community, salt meadow, and marine slough on the south. A midden, archeological matter from Native American camping sites (also located in Jackson Cove, Right Smart Cove, the Brinnon flats, and Paradise Cove in this Quadrangle,) was observed to be eroding from the bank in the early 1990s. Sea Grass, Dosewallips Estuary Eel grass community on mud and gravel formation from effluent of the Dosewallips River. Angle wing butterflies were identified here in 1966. Hood Canal summer Chum Salmon populate this and other estuaries in the area. Shellfish Culture Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M. A, .Better Brinnon Coalition 10 Oyster and clam aquaculture on a marine slough in the Brinnon mudflats indicate the water source is clean and warrants preservation and protection. Brinnon Marine Slough A channeled slough in the north end of the Brinnon mud flats provides rich habitat for birds and fish. Please note that only ten years later, most or all of these areas have suffered serious degradation from human causes. Whitney Point Shellfish Laboratory is also located in this Planning District. It contains a boat ramp, restroom, seasonal public clam beach, and an interpretive center identifying local sea life and the life cycle of the oyster. Camp Parsons is the third oldest Boy Scout Camp in America. The Scouts also own the majority of Pulali Point, which includes a massive and unmarked (by the County) wetland. Although only the Whitney Point Shellfish Laboratory is open to the driving public, with sections of the Pulali Point shoreline accessible to the public by water only (DNR Beach #55), the area forms one of the few wildlife corridors and undisturbed habitats in the area. The tip of Pulali Point, marked by a light serviced by the United States Navy for its Bangor Sub -sea operations, marks the eastern opening to Dabob Bay. Two tombolos, or rock islands, appear close to Pulali Point. Pulali Point, accessible to the public only by boat, is a destination for divers and underwater photographers due to the diversity of underwater species and unusual depth. The tip of Pulali Point is also characterized by numerous caves and was used as a burial ground by Native American groups who used coves throughout the area for summer camps. From the tip of Pulali Point northward, the bank of the shoreline ranges from medium to high. It is generally steep, with sheer drop --offs and several areas of erosion. Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition ll J The upland areas are forested, and contain year -round and seasonal wetlands, a spring, and numerous streams and creeks. This section contains a more detailed description of species that occur in this area and throughout the Brinnon Quadrangle. Shoreline: The Pulali Point shoreline is mostly inaccessible not only because it is privately owned, but due to profusion of poison oak, steep cliffs, erosion, and tidal patterns. Coves and two salt marshes are accessible during low tide. Offshore occur Pacific Herring spawn of "worldwide significance" (DOE), while the beaches contain oysters, clams, mussels, and other shoreline species. A thriving algal sea grass community, which vanished for a decade in the 1970s, is returning and provides significant shoreline habitat along the east - facing side of Dabob Bay. One section of this shoreline was identified by researchers from the University of Oregon as containing geological evidence of international significance (1994). Vegetation: The area is primarily forested with stand of conifers and thick canopy, due to tree fall. Douglas fir of 30 intermittently throughout the area, snags, hollowed -out dead trees, and tree" log. an even age (c. 1933) with some open spaces " and larger occur as well as numerous one old growth "nurse The dominant species is Douglas fir, with frequent occurrence of Western hemlock and Western red cedar. Red alder and Pacific madrone are the dominant non - coniferous species. Occasional cedar - dominated upland areas also occur. Salal, Oregon grape, swordfern, evergreen red and blue huckleberry, Western red currant, wild honeysuckle, and oceanspray dominate the understory. Poison oak and kinnikinnick dominate the tip of Pulali. Point, and poison oak lines the banks in both directions. North of Pulali Point is a stand of Garry oak growing with prairie grasses and poison oak. This combination occurs rarely in Jefferson County. As the slopes descend toward Jackson Cove and Dabob Bay, the understory is thick and nearly impenetrable. Several large Douglas firs exist near or adjacent to the shoreline, with numerous perch trees jutting out over the water. Plant Species that occur in this area: Creeping bentgrass, Lady fern, Dull Oregon grape, deer fern, slough sedge, Canada thistle, California hazelnut, Catchweed bedstraw, Salal, Common velvetgrass, Oceanspray, Sword fern, Douglas fir, Bracken fern, Creeping buttercup (noxious weed in Washington State), Cascara, Pacific Rhododendron, Nootka rose, Salmonberry, Blackcap, Pacific wild blackberry, Red elderberry, Western Red Cedar, Western hemlock, Vaccinium ovatum and parviflorum (red and black huckleberry), wild strawberry, Johnny jump -up, orange honeysuckle (Lonicera ciliosa), hairy honeysuckle (Lonicera hispidula), palmate coltsfoot (Petasites palmata), vanilla leaf (Achlys triphylla), twinflower (Linneaea borealis), bleeding hearts (Dicentra formosa), heal -all (Prunella vulgaris), fireweed (Epilobius angustifolium), pearly everlasting (Anaphalis margaritaceae), goldenrod (Solidago canadensis), trillium (Trillium ovatum), red -osier dogwood (Corpus stolonifera /sericea), twinberry (Lonicera involutucrata), Oregon ash (Fraxinus latifolia), Cascara (Rhamnus purshiana), beaked hazel (Corylus cornuta), false lily -of- the - valley (Maianthemum dilitatus), star flowered Solomon's seal (Smilacina stella), shield fern (Dryopteris expansa), deer fern (Blechnum spicant), bracken fern (Pteridium aquilinum), youth -on -age (Tolmeia menziesii), fringecup (Tellima grandiflora), large- leaved avens (Geum macophyllum), Sitka spruce (Picea sitchensis), Pacific yew (Taxus brevifolia), Timber oatgrass (Danthonia intermedia), Yellow monkey - flower (Mimulus guttatus). Meadow, Beach, and Grassy Opening Species: Camas, harvest onion (Brodiaea sps), nodding onion (Allium cernuum), rice -root (Fritillaira lanceolata), Roemer's fescue (Festuca idahoense reomeri), Carex inops /penylvanica, red Paintbrush (Castilleja sps), Potentilla gracilis, Erigeron compositum, Eriophylum lanatum, S. spathulata, Lupinus, Delphinium, Sisyrinchium sps, and others. Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition 13 M r 1y Species in the Wetland areas: In addition to the above, sedges, Deschampsia cespitosa, Columbia brome (Bromus carinata), showberry (Symphoricarpos alba and S. mollis), tall Oregon grape (Mahonia aquilfolium), serviceberry (Amelanchier alnifolia), mock orange (Philadelphus lewisii), and others. Bird Species: Bald Eagle: Active - breeding pairs, long -term nests, roosts, communal roosts, and wintering -over pairs occur throughout the Brinnon area. Petrel: Mr. Greg Brooks found a petrel in 1984. Marbled Murrelets: Feeding pairs are present in the Brinnon area throughout the year. Due to their nesting habits, no nests have yet been identified. (Hammer, 1992, Holtrop 1.992). Peregrine Falcon: Spring and fall migrant falcons occur in the Brinnon area (USFWS). Require year -round water source and high cliffs with protected spots to nest. Northern Spotted owl: The area falls within the radius of a spotted owl circle as determined by the USFWS. Area long- term residents have made auditory identifications with assistance of the DOE. Visual occurrence 1992. Northern red - legged frog, fence lizards, and pocket gophers may occur in this area, and garter snakes have been identified frequently. Pileated woodpecker: Frequently occur throughout the Pulali Point area, which contains numerous dead hollowed out trees suitable for nesting. A "1 Q 1LL1 LLGL J. . Harbor seals, deer, cougar (usually juvenals) coyote (adult scat; juvenal sighting 1998), bobcat (adults and kit, 2001), bear, red fox, river otter (breeding pair and kits), black bear (1989) raccoons, Western grey squirrel, and mountain chipmunk. Habitat and Historical Report Addendum to Testimony Kirie Pedersen, M.A. Better Brinnon Coalition 14 Additional bird species (woodland and shoreline) in area: Cassin's auklet, Bonaparte Gull, Red - necked Grebe, Common Loon (fall migratory flocking and year -round pair), Western Grebe, Pied - billed Grebe, Redhead, Common goldeneye, Harlequin duck pair, Common merganser, Great blue heron, Stellar jay, Belted kingfisher, Barrow's goldeneye, Murrelets, Pigeon Guillemot, Yellow - bellied sapsucker, White winged Scoter, Surf Scoter, Cormorant, Double - breasted Cormorant, Horned Grebe (pair and flocking,) Calliope Hummingbird, Rufous Hummingbird, Anna's hummingbird (occasional), Red breasted Merganser, Golden- crowned kinglet, Eider, Red breasted nuthatch, Oregon junco, Cassin's finch, House finch, Purple finch, Varied thrush, Grouse, Black capped chickadee, Black - backed three- toed woodpecker, and others. Orca and Gray Whale: Orca pods were frequent visitors until the 1970s. Isolated occurrences of feeding Gray whale observed in 1988, 1994, and 1999. Butterflies: In addition to the identified anglewings (Polygonia sps), the white butterflies include mustard whites, pine whites, western whites, Sarah's orange tips, and marble whites. Parnassians may occur here. Common are Oregon and occasional anise swallowtails, Lorquin's admiral, red admiral. Very common are commas, blues, elfins, and others, particularly in meadow areas. Report Compiled by Kirie Pedersen, M.A. from site studies and reports by habitat biologists Jerry Gorsline, Brett Johnson, Shelly Ament, Department of Ecology, Evans and Associates, the Audubon Society, area residents, and Environmental Impact Statements on file with Jefferson County. - cc: �C'D 3/)310a r r' -77- 70 rr) 7 DD WE L L WATER REPORT FOR PLANNING DIS- TRIttl 19 'J R Presented by Kirie Pedersen, M.A. u Member, Getter Brinnon Coalition MAR 12 2002 February 12, 2002 Water Availability at Black Point JE of COM COUNTY $OARD 0� COMMISSIOF)F.RS In May 2001, Kirie Pedersen inquired about availability of water at Black Point. A master planned resort is proposed by the Brinnon sub -area Planning Group to include the following amenities: Hotels (1 with 40 units, the other with 250), restaurants (120 seat), * lounge /bar (seats to be determined), conference center, banquet facility, • yacht club, golf course, 23 additional single family residences, swimming • pools, Bed and Breakfast, pharmacy, drug store, grocery store, sporting • goods store, business and professional offices, medical and dental clinic, • townhouses and condominiums, multi - family dwellings, metro bus center, and • tennis courts.<< • These are in addition to single - family dwellings and business already • located in the 331 acre area. The plan states, "A potential exists for the • sewage treatment and water supply facility to be shared with the residential zoned area of Phase 2." [From Master Planned Resort section of 2001 Brinnon sub -area plan; this section 100% complete per meeting report of June 5, 2001,] According to statements made by Mr. Chuck Finnila at a public meeting in March 2001, the proposed area for the master planned resort has "enough water to serve the entire area of Brinnon." Mr, Finnila has already received approval from the County to construct a golf course, hotel, and residences.] In response to this inquiry, I received the following reply from the Department of Ecology Water Rights Applications Tracking System: > I don't have good answers for you on this one. We really don't have a lot of information available on the Brinnon /Black Point area. however, 1 printed out a list of water right certificates, permits, claims (and pending applications) in the area and made copies of water rights for Black Point Water Company and Sam Boling Water System. I will put those in the mail for you if you will send me your address. As far as I know, we haven't received any applications for water rights to support a master planned resort in this area. I would definitely be concerned about water availability (impairment of existing rights) and the potential for seawater intrusion.<< The information sent by the Department of Ecology from the Water Rights Applications Tracking System (WRATS) is available by contacting the Southwest Regional Office or on the Web at the Department of Ecology site. To summarize the reports, copies of which are available through the above source, the existing Sam Boling Water System is permitted to supply Community /Domestic use, or 50 residences, Two wells provide 250 gallons per minute. The Black Point Water Company has two wells for community domestic supply. These wells provide 45 gallons per minute and 40 gallons per minute respectively. The report does not indicate how many residences are served by this system. In addition, in the Black Point area (T25N, R02WWM, Sections 2, 10, 11, 15, and 16), 45 drilled wells are reported to serve 140 businesses or residences. Other residences either have no water source reported, or are served by the following: Unnamed spring or springs (3), Unnamed stream (17), Walkers Creek (2), Pedersen to Commissioners Planning Area 11 Water Well Report 12 February 2002 1 and the Duckabush River (3). [Water Rights Application Tracking System, Southwest Regional Office, 4.25.2001 ] It can be surmised that those with pre- existing water rights (wells drilled prior to 1993) would have legal recourse should their water supply be diminished or impaired by subsequent development. The County, to which I submitted these reports in May 2001, to Josh Peters of the Department of Community Development, can and will be held accountable for approving rezoning in an area of known water shortages. The Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group likewise knows that there is insufficient water available to support the extent of development suggested, as at least one member has a dry well herself. However, once rezoning is approved and land purchased and water wells destroyed, then the damage has already been done. The general taxpayer is then forced to buy into community water and sewer systems at astronomical prices to subsidize what shouldn't have been approved in the first place. Better Brinnon Coalition fully plans to educate senior well users of their right to protection of their water resources against salt -water intrusion, chemical contamination, and outright depletion due to irresponsible development. Drought has become an ever - increasing problem throughout Washington State. Drought as the result of low water levels can run public and private drinking -water systems dry, cause power outages, put farmers out of business, spark wildfires, and kill endangered and threatened fish, according to Lynda V. Mapes in the Seattle Times March 16, 2001. "At particular risk are shallow wells that depend on rapid local aquifer recharge from rainfall or stream flows," Mapes reports. "Also at risk are isolated, coastal water systems such as the drier, eastern side of the Olympic Peninsula. Shallow wells and springs in those systems depend on local rainfall." Last year's drought hurt fish just as the region anticipated record returns of salmon to rivers and streams. Low flow causes the temperature of streams to be too high, and some streams run dry. "Some local populations of fish may even disappear," said Bill Tweit of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. In addition, dryer summers mean an increase in fire danger, particularly from wildfires, the kind that cost four young people their lives last summer. Area of known low water vidds: According to the Southwest Regional Office Water Resources Program of the Washington State Department of Ecology, "well logs for most of the Brinnon area indicate that most wells in this area are completed in basalt bedrock and derive water from fractures within the rock. With a few exceptions, yields are very low, making the wells vulnerable to any changes in ground -water flow." [E -mail communication, April 12, 2001] As of 1994, lots on one waterfront area of Planning District 11, Pulali Point, contained nine drilled wells for which permits were filed with the State of Washington Well Reports and Data Tables. Depths ranged from 78 to 304 feet deep, and gallons per minute range from half a gallon to 30 gallons per minute. A single well, drilled in 1990 and located on property owned by eight families known as Pulali Partners, is 183 feet deep and yields 30 gallons per minute. However, as of 2001, none of the eight landowners that comprise Pulali Partners has constructed a home or used the well. Of the built environment on Pulali Point, which consists of one cabin that used rainwater catchments, and approximately ten homes, only two are occupied full -time. The others are used occasionally during weekends and summers, and many do not contain washing machines, dishwashers, or have lawns. 2 Several new residences, two occupied full time, have been constructed subsequent to 1994. Water well information is not provided in this report for those new residences. Prior to 1994, /our of the drifted wells in one small waterfront area alone were known to run dry, and all of the Brinnon area Point has long been identified by the Department of Ecology as an area of "known water shortages. " /State of Washington Water Well Reports, Department of Ecology, 1994, 2001L Prior to 1988, John and Marilyn Pedersen shared a well with Allan and Rosetta Jones that was 163 feet deep. Mr. Jones (deceased) did not have a shower, toilet, washer or dryer, or dishwasher, nor did he have a garden. However, the two families ran out of water, and John and Marilyn Pedersen were forced to drill a second well in order to meet the needs of two adults. In 1989, a third owner, Pedersen/Testu, drilled a well on this seven -acre waterfront property, Government Lot 5. This well was 200 feet deep, but produced only three (3) gallons per minute. Louie's Well Drilling stated that to drill any further could result in salt -water intrusion. However, this well served a family of two adults and one child for most months of the year until 2001. During late summer months the water supply would diminish and the pump shut off, taking up to twenty -four hours to recharge. However, the family was able to subsist by using water conservation methods. In 2001, the PedersenlTestu and Jones wells both went dry in March. "Dry" means that the pump shut off and the well failed to recharge for 24 or more hours. Subsequent attempts to obtain water caused the pump (indicating insufficient water supply) to repeatedly shut off. The Jones well is rarely used during winter months, and only occasionally on weekends. The Pedersen /Testu well is used conservatively by a family of two who utilize only "water- saver" household appliances. As a result, in June 2001, in order to function as a household, Pedersen was forced to invest approximately $15,500 for installation of a water storage system, additional pump, and building to contain them. In April, 2001, Pedersen wrote to the Department of Ecology asking what would happen if additional use of the aquifer that serves Pulali Point were to be activated through additional full -time residents. The response was as follows: > You are probably concerned about the potential effect that the Pulali > Point Partners well will have on area wells when it begins pumping. The Pulali > > Point Partners well is 183 feet deep and also completed in fractured > > bedrock. > > Ecology issued a water right permit to Pulali Point Partners authorizing > > withdrawals of up to 4.0 acre -feet per year and 30 gpm. However, water > > right permits are issued subject to existing water rights (including > exempt well users). In other words, the proposed withdrawals by Pulali Point > > Partners must not impair an existing user (someone who has had a well in > usei2rior to July 7, 1993). 101 is determined that withdrawals by Pulali > > Point Partners are impairing a senior user, Ecology will reduce the annual andlor instantaneous quantity on the permit or condition it to reverse the > > impairment (a permit is not a final water right). > > Your well and the Pulali Point Partners well are located approximately 1/4 mile apart, on opposite sides of the point, in an area where ground water is discharging to saltwater. Because of these factors, the Pulali Point Partners well would not be expected to impair your well. However, because ground -water flow through fractured rock is highly unpredictable, we cannot be certain of this. » > > Your E -mail message has been printed out and added to the file of Water > > Right Permit #G2 -28893 for Pulali Point Partners. It is now a permanent > > part of this record and the information you provided will be considered > > prior to issuing a final water right certificate. Information in this 3 Page 2 of 4 islands, and in the San Juans, because aaaifc� there are dependent yn loLaLmLifall Also at risk are isolated, coastal water systems such as the drier, eastern side of the Olympic Peninsula. Shallow wells and springs in those systems depend on local rainfall. Regional surface -water systems, with many shallow wells that depend on high water tables, such as in the Quincy Basin, the Pasco Basin and the Abbotsford -Sumas aquifer are also of particular concern. Shallow wells and springs located throughout the Puget Lowland Glacial Aquifer System - which includes parts of Whatcom, Skagit, Snohomish, Kitsap, King, Pierce, Mason and Thurston counties - are also vulnerable when water levels drop. Those water systems also tend to be on porous soils, which means rainfall makes its way quickly to the aquifer. If a community runs out of water, supplies can be trucked in, deeper wells can be drilled, or interties to other systems constricted. Emergency supplies can also be tapped. The effects of the drought are already being felt. Residents on the Alder Lake water system in Pierce County ran out of drinking water the week of Dec. 12 when the lake dropped below shallow wells that supply 22 homes. Operators of the water system trucked in water to fill an emergency supply tank while one of the wells was deepened. • Federal fish managers will have to decide whether to forgo spilling water over dams to protect salmon or send the water through turbines to generate power. The spill program is estimated to cost more than $1 billion this year, the high cost a reflection of the price of power during the water and energy shortage. Officials said the spill program probably will be curtailed if not eliminated this year. Eliminating it would result in 40 fewer adult spring- chinook salmon returning to the Columbia. River from the juvenile fish that migrate - as opposed to being barged - out to sea in the river this year, said John Fazio of the Northwest Power Planning Council. 3/17/01 I� Page 3 of 4 Managers may also cut back on augmentation of Columbia and Snake River flows to help fish later in the summer. Drafting the reservoirs in a drought could leave reservoirs low next year, doubling the likelihood of power shortages next year, Fazio said. If managers choose to send water through the turbines instead of spiI..]irig it, the surplus power may be traded to California this summer in return for a two - for -one trade to the Northwest next winter, Fazio said. The drought will hurt fish just as the region is expected to see record returns of salmon to rivers and tributaries. Water temperatures will be lethally high because of low flows and some streams will go dry. "Some local populations of fish may even disappear," said Bill Tweit of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. • The region should brace for a busy and potentially disastrous wildfire season. "We know the trees are dry; we know they are going to burn," said Peter Heide of the Washington Forest Protection Association, a lobbying group for the timber industry. "About the only thing we can do is prevent ignition and keep fires small once they start." Lynda Mapes can be reached at 206- 464 -2736 or linalms(q),seatt let irr es com.... 3/17/01 6 �vawater Intrusion Page I of 4 Cc. � Il b� Some Notes on Seawater Intrusio D Whatis the Gyben- Herzberg; Relation? MAC � � 2DC2 ,� W liow do I know if seawater intrusion is occurring in my well? JEFFERSON COUNTY '_m surrounded by ncrg;hbors with Wells that pump..gwood to r�i� fde11gp1 is IOIVERS fiat my: well water i_s . t.. oo salty to use. Why? ('an seawater intrusion bc .... predicted? Why is 4cawater intrusion a.problem? Whitt is chloride`? What can be done to fix it? I nks to ISeawater Intrusion Information on the World Wide. Web What is it? Seawater intrusion occurs when fresh water is wi thdrawn faster than it can be recharged near a coastline. Seawater generally intrudes by "coning" upwards and landward into an aquifer and around a well. The transition zone (the interface where freshwater naturally mixes with sea water as it's discharged to the sea) naturally descends landward as a wedge 7-111-1L wl within aquifers along the coastline. It is this somewhat mobile tranisiton k 01w w a. COW"- (a) wt "° to set cwt ,bt**wwii zone which wells tap into sannd 3" w wedst when seawater intrusion is usually first noticed. What is the Gyben- Herzberg Relation? Along a coastline, freshwater floats atop a denser sea water wedge that dips landward beneath the coastline. On islands such as Marrowstone, freshwater floats as a lens over the tranistion zone that borders pure seawater. It is the density difference between the Mesh and sea waters that causes the fresh water to float above the transition zone at and below sea level and is intergral to understanding why seawater intrusion occurs. This fresh water- sea water balancing; act is governed by what's called the Gybcn- Herzberg Relation. Simply put, it's a mathematical relationship which illustrates how small changes in fresh water level or head can effect large changes in the transition zone. It calculates that for every foot drop in head, the transition zone immediately beneath that head drop will rise 40 feet. Even moderate http://pad.co.,jefferson.wa,us/Seawater—Intrusion.btm 3/6/02 I § eawater Intrusion changes in the water level (whether they are caused by drought or overdraughting the aquifer) can cause a significant intrusion of seawater. Therefore well. owners in areas prone to seawater intrusion need to be vigilant and monitor their water level for even small changes in their wells if at all possible. How do 1 know if seawater intrusion is occurring in my well? The "quick and dirty" method of determining whether or not seawater intrusion is occurring is generally done through water quality analysis of several parameters. High concentrations of chloride anion (above 100 mg /1 or 100 parts per million) GENERALLY implies a well is drawning some sea water. High chloride values alone however is not conclusive evidence. Wells could be drawing upon formation (also known as "connate ") water that was locked up within the geologic formation at the time of deposition. Most wells that have been in use for many years that experience high chloride values are likely experiencing seawater intrusion and not pumping formation water. I'm surrounded by neighbors with wells that pump good to decent water, but my well water is too salty to use. Why? Locally here on the northestern Olympic Peninsula geology - particularly our glacial geology - has a complex history which left highly discontinuous and disected formations and aquifers. This makes understanding why sea water intrusion at a particular locale will be even more problematic than is areas that were not glaciated our mountainous. Perhaps the well which has intrusion is deeper than the other neighboring wells, taps into a difFerent aquifer than the others or the neighboring wells are using low flow systems, rainwater collection and other conservation meansures that result in less water being pumped. Such situations as this are extremely common, particulalry here where the subsurface geology is complex. Can seawater intrusion be predicted? Where seawater intrusion is occurring can be determined rather simply. Predicting where sea water intrusion will occur can be technically very difficult and expensive depending on the complexity of the geologic units (aquifer dimensions for instance), the size of the area being studied and the amount of data already available. Studying the phenomenon often requires detailed analyses of well logs, long term monitoring of water levels and water quality, and sub -meter accurate surveying of wells. The cost of such analysis can quickly snowball into the thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Why is seawater intrusion a problem? Water becomes salty to taste for most people at 250 mg/l. Sustained usage of seawater tainted drinking water at 250 mg /1 or over could potentially cause health problems. Sodium is genrally not exceedingly high in seawater intrusion samples due to ion exchange within the aquifer. Chloride -rich water will corrode metal pipes, cause the leeching of copper from copper piping and can reduce the lifespan of your plumbing. Those who live in seawater intrusion areas needs to be aware of that they can render theer well - or neighbor's wells - useless as a source of drinking water. Infringing upon someone elses's ability to Page 2 of 4 http: / /pud.co.jefferson.wa.us /Seawater Intrusion.htm 3/6/02 Seawater Intrusion Page 3 of 4 utilize their well as a result of your activities could result in costly fines or litiagation. What is chloride? Chloride, an ion of the element chlorine, is naturally abundant within. sea water. It is considered a secondary contaminant according the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is not regulated through the Safe Drinking Water Act and Washington State law. As a secondary contaminant as defined by the EPA, chloride has negligible health effects below 250 mg /1 (or 250 parts per million). The standard is based upon taste, corrosion and staining effects, not risk to health. High chloride concentrations are often used as an indicator that seawater intrustion is occurring at a well, but it is not a conclusive confirmation. Many of our local geologic formations were deposited in marine or brackish water; this formation or connate water can have high chloride concentrations. Still, measuring chloride is the best inexpensive indicator that a potential problem exists. Generally, confirmation of a seawater intrusion problem requires more detailed study. What can be done to fix it? Seawater intrusion is a problem that often times is recognized too late. For the individual home owner, there are several alternatives. Links to Seawater Intrusion Information on the World Wide Web From the Center for Environmental Law and Policy, an analysis of the problems with exempt wells, with seawater intrusion on Marrowstone Island as an example. Six Packs for Subdivisions. The Cumulative_ Effects of Washington's..D.omestic. Well Exemption Local County Health Departments The island counties in Washington generally suffer more than others from sea water intrusion, not coincidentally they have programs to protect their aquifers and monitor for seawater intrusion. San Juan San Juan County Fnvironmental Health. Department Drinking Water - County code for regulating drinking water and well drilling Island I_sl_an_d_County _Environmental Health Department Island County Health Department Salt Water. Intrusion Policy US Geological Survey e Technical Paper from the t7SGS titled "Seawater Intrusion _1na Coast California Aquifer e Assessment of Seawater _Intrusion into. the Aquifers of the $.an_Juan http : / /pud.co.jefferson .wa.us /Seawater_Intrusion.htrn 3/6/02 " Seawater Intrusion Page 4 of 4 Islands, San Juan County, ....... Washington General Links SaltNet - An online resource for seawater intrusion infomration * diagram from Domenico and Schwartz, 1990, Physcial and Chemical Hydrogeology Return to PU.D Home http: / /pud.co.jefferson.wa,us /Seawater Intrusion.htm CC; _0CD Deborah Siefert MAR 12 2002 P. O. Box 412 Brinnon, WA 98320 March 12, 2002 JFF'FFI?SON COUNTY ;t]�pt, �, COMMISSIONERS Re: Public Testimony Brinnon Sub -area Plan and UDC amendments dated .lanuary 1f1, 2002 Jefferson County Washington To Board of Commissioners: i have been a resident of Washington for 37 years. That is about how long ago i first came to Brinnon with my parent's to bike, fish and camp. About 20 years ago my husband and 1 resumed the tradition and started searching the area for a home. We have been Jefferson County landowners for 12 years and are fortunate to reside on Pulali Pt. adjacent to Wa Wa Pt. The BSAP is not a plan for Brinnon's future as i see it. I attended the planning group's meetings last year and I don't believe the plan represents the interests of this community. My concerns as a Brinnon community member have not been heard. I see the BSAP as potentially destructive to the environment and the area's quality of life. Brinnon is a retirement community with specific recreational opportunities that attract visitors. The elements of this plan are incompatible with this peaceful rural lifestyle and the intent of the Growth Management Act to protect it. 1) Brinnon is not so far removed from urban necessities to relax the standards of cottage industries as set forth for the rest of eastern Jefferson County in the UDC 2) Promoting SRT uses with the overlay zone at WA WA Pt. is inappropriate use of this primarily residential area. 3) Sighting an M.PR at Black Pt. constitutes urban growth in a rural area and is not consistent with development regulations established for critical areas, nor have the on site or off site impacts been fully considered or mitigated. I came to live in Brinnon because of the quality of life and 1 don't want to see it change as it surely will if this plan is accepted by the BOCC. My training is in marine biology and I've worked as a Fisheries Biologist for 25 years. I was privileged to have been appointed by the BOCC to a newly formed Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee on which I volunteered for 2 years. My hopes are to maintain our local marine environment as it is so we all may benefit and continue to enjoy and prosper from this most valuable asset. Hood Canal and Dabob Bay are especially important to the state of Wash ington for they remain relatively pristine and are biologically highly productive. Unique marine conditions existing here make water quality more sensitive to landward development than other parts of Puget Sound. If human impacts resulting from careless development are allowed to continue, chances are our water quality and shellfish habitat will be drastically affected and we will all loose something very special. The UDC does not do enough to protect us from poor land uses. There are no development standards for an MPR in the UDC, permits will be issued on an individual application basis only. Therefore, environmental impacts of the marina, a golf course, roads, housing, hotel and other facilities at Black Pt. as a whole will never be considered. Likewise, the cumulative impacts of the entire SR'1' overlay district at Wa Wa Pt. will never be addressed. As the applications for the miniature golf course, fast food stand or equestrian center are made, only impacts of each individual proposal will be reviewed, not the impact of them together as a whole in this location. Does the county consider the community's concerns for our marine resources and rural lifestyle of utmost importance? Are you prepared to gamble with our most valuable assets by adopting this plan? i believe that there is simply too much at stake for this community and urge the BOCC to reject this plan. I support the Better Brinnon Coalition and think the citizens of Brinnon deserve a real plan for their future. Attachments: 3 I:' Y 1 i. SEPA Hearing Testimony Feb. 19, 2002 I am here today to offer testimony concerning the Brinnon Sub Area Plan, and the issuance of a SEPA "Determination of Non Significance" by the SEPA responsible official Al Scalf, The Department of Community Development has stated that any project proposal under the Brinnon Sub Area Plan would be subject to UDC and SEPA review at the project level, and until that time, existing environmental documents would suffice. "These documents, the Draft Environmental Impact Statement and the Final Environmental Impact Statement completed in 1998, are general in nature and do not specifically address a Master Planned Resort at Black Point or a Small Recreational Tourism overlay at Wa Wa Point as alternatives. Further, the documents do not discuss the impacts of growth caused by the elements of the BSAP, or the likelihood that the proposal will serve as precedent for future actions. The Brinnon Plan should be reviewed in its entirety prior to any job action, which might be exempt from SEPA review. This is the only opportunity to examine the cumulative affects of this plan. Future environmental review will be done upon application, however the UDC and Comp Plan do not have development standards in place for a Master Planned Resort or Small Recreational Tourism overlay .zone in Brinnon. The SEPA environmental checklist submitted by the DCD answers 52 separate environmental questions with "Not Applicable, Future development proposals to be reviewed as project actions under SEPA", even though the SEPA Handbook states "In general, agencies should adopt procedures for environmental review and for preparation of environmental impact statements on Private proposals at the Conceptual stage rather than the final design stage ". On March 1' 1999 at the request of Black Point Properties, the Board of County Commissioners approved a rezone of approximately 190 acres at the site of the MPR from Parks and Recreation to Residential 1:10. On March 18th of 1999, I received a letter from the Course at Pleasant Harbor inviting me to become a Heritage member of the Pleasant Harbor Golf Club for $65,000 dollars. There were other less expensive memberships available, however, as a Heritage member I would have the opportunity to purchase a "prime golf course residential building lot ". Included in this mailing was information on the Purchase of boat slips at the Pleasant Harbor Marina. This information included a brief description of the marina property, and stated " an 18 hole championship golf course is under construction adjacent to the marina, which rounds out the resort development ". These actions occurred prior to the Brinnon Sub Area group ever being formed. Siefert Testimony - 1 2 There have also been numerous articles in the Port Townsend Leader referring to the Resort and its Golf Course, 200 room Hotel and Conference center. Claims by the DCD that the MPR at Black Point is not a Project are ludicrous and misleading. As the saying goes, if it walks like a Duck, talks like a Duck and flies like a Duck, it's a Duck. This was and is a Project in action and should be reviewed as such. It is irresponsible to wait until the application stage for further environmental review. The DCD needs to be proactive regarding its issuance of environmental requirements for the Brinnon Sub Area Plan. There is simply too much at stake. Approval of the BSAP without further environmental review is gambling with Brinnon's most valuable assets, it's marine resources. In the DEIS/FEIS, the concerns Brinnon residents expressed were for protecting the watershed area, salmon and other marine wildlife. Goals of the DEIS and FEIS are to support policies that acknowledge the need to balance the interest of natural resource based industries (shellfish and other fisheries) by conserving productive lands and waters by preventing incompatible uses. The BSAP is in conflict with these concerns and this goal. Expansion of the RVC, the SRT overlay and the MPR at Black Pt are all incompatible uses. Hood Canal and Dabob Bay are biologically highly productive areas making them very important to the Puget Sound ecosystem. Accordingly, unique conditions affecting their water quality make them even more sensitive to landward development than other parts of Puget Sound. The large concentrations of food fish important to salmon that spawn along the shores of Brinnon, along with the shrimp, crab, oysters and clam fisheries, are dependent on good water quality. Shellfish are "the canary in the coal mine" for marine water quality in Western Washington. The marine waters of Dabob Bay and Hood Canal the area of Puget Sound where Brinnon is located are notably anoxic. This means they are naturally prone to low oxygen conditions. Several fish kills observed in Hood Canal have been caused by low oxygen concentrations. Crab, shrimp, oysters and clams populations can also be negatively impacted by oxygen depletion. Human impacts can cause or exacerbate these low oxygen conditions leading to poor water quality and potential "dead zones ". Human impact on hood Canal includes substantial development of the shorelines and in the watershed. Development has resulted in habitat alteration and possible nutrient enrichment. Nutrient enrichment, such as that provided by nitrogen- bearing runoff (particularly runoff containing fertilizers used to maintain a golf course) allows heightened conditions for Siefert Testimony - 2 3 intense algal blooms. Decomposition of dead algae associated with these blooms along with slow flushing rates of the anoxic water further contribute to the lowering of oxygen levels. Blooms of harmful algae have also been directly related to fish kills in Hood Canal. Further, algal species known to be harmful to humans exist in Hood Canal. Therefore, there is a potential for blooms that will stop harvest and devastate the shellfish industry. The marine waters of Hood Canal are very unique. When sampling here, University of Washington researchers always find very different phytoplankton, which are the organisms that cause algal blooms. They also find blooms rarely seen elsewhere in Puget Sound. Decisions about mitigation should be made with full consideration of the potential impacts to the function of the larger Puget Sound ecosystem. Poor land development practices not only affect local citizens, but also citizens of the entire state. Local governments have the authority to review shoreline projects more stringently than is written in the guidance of their master program. Updating JelTerson County's 1989 Shoreline Management Program has been delayed for 1 to 2 years because the county has joined an appeal of the new rules. During the next 1 to 2 years applications for development encouraged by the BSAP will be reviewed under an outdated Shoreline Program. Will the county consider the publics' concerns for our marine resources as utmost importance? All of us who live in this area of incredible beauty and resource need to be good stewards of our natural environment. We cannot jeopardize the rights of the citizens to enjoy that which nature provides. I believe that Mr. Scalf is taking an unnecessary risk with these rights by issuing a DNS. In 1991 the Staff of the Bremerton Sun did a comprehensive study of the Hood Canal. Their book entitled "Hood Canal, Splendor At Risk" is a must read for anyone interested in how we impact an ecosystem teetering on the brink of destruction. In closing I'd like to quote editor Jeff Brody: "Hood Canal is not well known outside the Puget Sound region. It's not the area the environmental groups write about when they mail out a flood of membership solicitations_ But it is a waterway of national significance. When an ecosystem is pristine, relatively easy steps can be taken to preserve it. When an ecosystem is destroyed, the task of bringing it back is often too complex and too costly to be attempted ". Peter R. Siefert Deborah L.W. Siefert P.O. Box 412 Brinnon, WA. 98320 Siefert Testimony - 3 IN Page 1 of 2 Peter and Deborah Siefert P. O. Box 412 Brinnon, WA 98320 Jefferson County Department of Community Development 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368 October 17, 2001 Re: Public Testimony, Brinnon Sub -area Plan dated August 28, 2001 To Jefferson County Planning Commission: We are Brinnon residents and do not support many of the goals, policies and strategies of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). Our concerns are that the BSAP 1) does not maintain the rural character desired by our community and visitors 2) "promotes" new development detrimental our natural resources, our greatest economical asset, with the intent of improving the local economy and 3) was developed by about a dozen Brinnon residents willing to meet twice a month for a period of two years to plan Brinnon's future, some of whom participated to change zoning to benefit their own special interests. According the 2000 census, the median age of the Brinnon population is 58. Instead of spelling out moderate growth strategies to maintain our character, while providing further support for these retires and seniors, (expressed desires of the majority of the Brinnon community) the BSAP "promotes" to rezone Black Pt., as a Master Planned. Resort (MPR). The sales pitch is to improve the local economy while this development is preceded by and will encompass the economically failing marina at Pleasant Harbor. The marina is for sale, because there is no money to pay the bills and creditors, leaving an unfinished pool and docks as eyesores, derelict dock floats altering the I loud Canal shoreline, as well as, a bunch of angry investors. This is causing distrust in this friendly community to say the least. Jefferson County will be doing the residents of Brinnon a disfavor by approving the MPR zoning. It will be gambling with our most valuable economic assets, healthy marine waters and shorelines. I'm skeptical of the "build it and they will come attitude" behind the MPR and convinced Jefferson County does not have the adequate resources to ensure the protection of our natural resources threatened by such land - disturbing activities. As stated in the BSAP, the Duckabush River estuary adjacent to the MPR rezone has a special designation by the Shorelines Management Act meaning there are unique and fragile shoreline features to protect here. Many of the people in Brinnon think the state and the county with all their permits and processes will protect this area from any detrimental processes undertaken by the development of an MPR, we don't. The county will not even adopt the new Shoreline Master Program, because it does not have the financial means to follow through. We are very concerned about the detrimental affects an MPR will have on our marine water quality, shorelines, shellfish and salmon and ultimately Brinnon's character, the reason we live here. Page 2 of 2 As residents of the "Wa Wa Pt. Neighborhood ", we do not support "promoting" small - scale recreational development at Wa Wa Pt., as proposed in the BSAP. The BSAP with it's unique SRT overlay zoning, initiates sprawl and jeopardizes our natural resources by directing this kind of development to Wa Wa Pt. The Jefferson county UDC already provides for small -scale recreational development in rural residential zones like WA Wa Pt. via conditional use permits. The SRT overlay removes UDC provisions that are intended to include local resident input, maintain rural character and prevent sprawl. The overlay allows existing; recreational uses and facilities to expand without public input (currently required by a conditional use permit for residential zones) and exempts some recreational uses from minimum lot size requirements. In the BSAP the use of the Hjelviks boat ramp on Right Smart Cove is often mentioned as support for further recreational development of Wa Wa Pt. Our recollection is that many years ago fisheries halted the maintenance of that ramp because of potential forage fish (food for salmon) spawning habitat destruction. "Promoting" development at Wa Wa Pt. is in conflict with Goals stated in the Natural Resource Conservation Element and the Natural Environment Element of the . Brinnon Plan. Goals are to protect natural environment, maintain critical fish habitat, support of countywide Salmon recovery program and maintain clean water for successful aquaculture. Like the MPR, further upland development at Wa Wa Pt. will .jeopardize these resources. The land upon which the southern end of the SRT overlay is upland from and adjacent to Right Smart Cove. Right Smart Cove has a "natural designation" by the Shoreline Management Act; therefore, it is preserved and protected by that Act. Right Smart Cove also supports shellfish aquaculture practices that require clean water. The Northern end of the overlay borders the outlets of Spencer, Marple and Jackson Creeks, all believed to support salmonid spawning and empty into Jackson Cove, where clean waters are also important to salmon recovery and Brinnon Aquaculture. This SRT overlay is trying to justify development in areas where further development can be destructive to Brinnon's valuable natural resources. We appreciate the opportunity you have given us to provide testimony on the BSAP and thank yob for the time you have taken to review it. Respectfully, Peter and Deborah Siefert P. O. Box 412 Brinnon, WA 98320 October 17, 2001 March 18, 2001 In reference to: Testimony for Jefferson County Planning Commission public hearing March 21, 2001, Brinnon, WA Office of Community Development 621 Sheridan St. Port Townsend, WA 98368 To the Jefferson County Planning Commission: We oppose the amendment to the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan that would change the land use designation of Camp Parsons from Private Preserves, and Recreation (PPR) to rural residential (RR1: 20). Boy Scouts from the entire west coast visit Camp Parsons' making it a very popular outdoor recreational facility. The Camp also provides a wildlife corridor connecting commercial forest land and Public Parks and .Recreation land to flood Canal. At least four miles of significant marine nearshore habitat on Dabob Bay and Jackson Cove and their water quality is directly influenced by any activities (including upland) at Cramp Parsons. By arbitrarily assigning the property an RR1: 20 designation, the County not only misrepresents the contribution of the property to our rural character (RCW 36.70A.030), we also lose the opportunity to protect environmentally sensitive and critical areas of this county and Our valuable natural resources. We believe that a PPR designation, with an underlying density assigned (as done with Forest Land) more effectively reduces the potential of the inappropriate conversion of undeveloped land into sprawling low - density development. Poor land use practices that tend to cause erosion and flooding would not only adversely affect the property of residents in this area, but also have the potential to significantly contribute to the decline of the County's precious marine resources and the destruction of wetland and wildlife habitat. Spencer Creek (bordering Camp Parsons) and Maple Creek on Jackson Cove are both salmon spawning and tearing areas. The nearshore of Jackson Cove and Dabob Bay are significant forage fish spawning grounds. N)rage fish are a major portion of many marine fish diets including salmon. Pacific Herring, a forage fish whose populations are in major decline in Puget Sound and is being considered for Federal Protection, has had relative success here. Whales, eagles, osprey, herons, pileated woodpecker, loons, ducks, otters either reside here or ingrate through to feed. :also, recreational and Tfibal shrimp and crab fisheries and commercial shell fishers use Jackson Cove. Camp Parsons should remain designated PPR and the Comprehensive Plan should assign an underlying density to PPR: s to satisfy requirements of Comprehensive Plan and Growth :Management Act. This density should be consistent with historical and intended use of the PPR and it's role in maintaining the nature of our rural character. Respectfully, Peter and Deborah Siefert cc: Board of County Commissioners, Jefferson County ' The comprehensive plan maps did not include the part of Camp Parsons that is used for wilderness trails, projects and camping in the original PPR designation. Parts of the Camp were erroneously mapped as RR 1:20 and RR 1:5. Camp Parsons extends from the property on either side of Bee Mill Rd. in Section 13 out Pulali Pt. Rd. in Sections 18 and 19_ All these lands are "state exempt" from County taxes must: he considered in the Camp Parsons' land use designation. P.O. BOX 412 BRINNON, WA. 98320 cc-. D D 311310D- To: Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners Re: Proposed Brinnon Sub Area Plan Date: March 10, 2002 MAR 12 20C2 D JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS My name is Jeanette Van Veelen. I live at 730 L Street in Bellingham while attending college. My husband and I own property in Jefferson County. Most of our immediate and extended family own homes in Jefferson County, many in Brinnon. I grew up in Brinnon and plan to move back after college and raise my children here. My husband and I were married just a few miles from here off the Dosewallips road at my Aunt's farmhouse. We chose Brinnon because it is the most beautiful area in the country. I am here tonight to support the Better Brinnon Coalition. I oppose the Brinnon Sub Area Plan because I value preservation over senseless development. This area's natural beauty, clean water, fresh air, rare plants and animals, and rural way of life are endangered by the sub area plan. The sub area plan proposes to turn Brinnon's waterfront and wetlands into a commercial free for all. The Brinnon Plan shows a blatant disregard for the environment and the Growth Management Act. Aren't there enough golf courses, Starbucks and Wal- Mart's in the world? If I want to shop at a strip mall, I can easily find one in an hours drive. Why must Brinnon conform to rampant development schemes? Even light industrial zoning would ruin this serene place. It doesn't take much to destroy a fragile ecosystem, The proposed Master Plan resort is nothing more than a grandiose get rich quick scheme of a man who recently filed for bankruptcy. I stand to benefit from the creation of a local MPR where I could work as a waitress or maid at minimum wage? To Mr. Finnila and the County Commissioners, I say, No, thank you! Is our natural history the price of this selfish dream? Here are some of the reasons industrial re- zoning, uncontrolled cottage industry, and a Master Planned Resort are NOT suitable in the Brinnon area: Landowners frequently battle dry wells, brackish water, and saltwater intrusion in summer. This proposed re- zoning and development has nothing to do with the people of Brinnon. The population of Brinnon and surrounding areas will not support large -scale development. The Hood Canal waterfront and wilderness are environmentally significant. The Jamestown S'Klallam tribe cited Brinnon as sacred spiritual grounds. The Lummi Nation recently won a battle with developers on the basis that Arlecho Creek is an ancient spiritual place. The Lummi case sets a legal precedent for Brinnon. Brinnon provides a rich environment for: bald eagle feeding and nesting, osprey, hawks, elk herds, great blue heron rookeries, otter, loons, and many other precious species. Let the Olympic Mountains, Hood Canal and Dosewallips and Duckabush Rivers attract tourists for what Brinnon already has to offer: hiking, camping, boating, swimming, fishing, unparralled views and respite from crowded cities and suburbs. Preserve Brinnon's integrity and natural beauty while you still have the chance. Vote No to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan. We deserve a better plan for Brinnon! Jeanette Van Veelen 687 Pulali Point Road Brinnon, WA 98320 (permanent address) Marilyn and John V. Pedersen 545 Pulali Point Road Brinnon, WA (since 1946) NNW O : OcIO 3)1310 . SIA 'SA IrL 7C EP I Y I �ID MAR 12 2002 'AUNTY We are college students and registered voters who cannot travel on a t:"`'anc��w "R" r �U'SIONERS night to express our views. We would like to state that we are strongly opposed to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan, which proposes commercial development and a major resort in a remote rural area filled with natural resources. I ' � -.�� -� 3�ct /� f�+• G► GLriLC� S�-: �C �� �....w.� w t� d Cori ae�� �2� N 6(k4'--Ok/j 9' kAAA, LA-A °�szz5 VW aswoj Cf -'J J � r <A IM full) ,V ZZ" 5I. (a�.��a l - � 7361 March 6, 2002 MAR 12 To: Glen Huntingford JEFFERSON COUNTY Dan Titterness BOARD OF COMM I,S,S1ONERS Richard B. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Response to Minority Report submitted to the BOCC Reference: Minority Report to the BOCC, Regarding the Brinnon Sub -area Plan, dated Feb. 6, 2002, Todd McGuire and David Wipple to Glen Huntingford et al. The referenced Minority Report recommends that the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) reject the majority recommendation to approve the Brinnon Sub -Area Plan (BSAP) as currently proposed. The purpose of this response is to point out the flawed rationale of the report. First off, we as members of the Brinnon Sub -area Planning Group (BSAPG) would like to express our sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Planning Commission in their review of the BSAP and the associated material. Also, we congratulate them on their majority findings. However, the minority report is confusing, misleading and filled with inaccuracies. The inaccuracies have been addressed by many past testimonies and will not be dwelt on by this response. The rationale used by the minority report is that the plan does not adequately address the many needs and voices raised by the local Brinnon Community. We would like to remind the BOCC that Brinnon is a very diverse community with many voices and that this same level of diversity is apparent in other places like the city of Port Townsend, Planning Commission and even within the BOCC. The key to successful planning in light of diversity is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. In this same manner, the BSAPG diligently ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. As active members of the BSAPG, we are convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that we have fulfilled our obligation to our community. Also, we feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled their obligation to the BOCC and Jefferson County. To use anything other than a consensus approach which is to say, "to try to please everyone" is not possible and would result in a process that would be delayed indefinitely. Page 1 of 2 The minority report submitted to the BOCC does not represent the Brinnon majority opinion and should therefore be taken lightly. We consider this report to be a last gasp effort to delay the process and we urge to BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. RPSnPrtfully vnurs ,.,f cc : `OCD 311316,. P5p,NT �1,q'4 Q HOOD CANAL March 12, 2002 Pleasant Harbor Marina 508 S�1 > 1lis�l�w.�y 1U1, 131, innon, WA 987 i2U- ?7�f:; (560) 7% 4011 FJx (560) 796- 48 9<, MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY gOARO Of COMMISSIONERS Richard Wojt Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Board of County Commissioners � P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Re: Brinnon Sub -Area Plan Dear Commissioners: It is appreciated that you have made the extra effort to hold the public hearing regarding the subject plan here in Brinnon. My wife and i moved to Brinnon some eight years ago, and fell in love with the community and its people. Although the past Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group, "BSAPG" effort commenced about two years ago, the plan before you in its current configuration represents nearly three decades of community involvement in planning for this area's future. There is no doubt in my mind that the plan represents the consensus of this community. The plan was "fine- tuned" during the Planning Commission deliberations and is the appropriate compliment to the County's Comprehensive Plan. I urge your swift adoption of this document in its current format. Very truly yours, Charles A. Finnila President CG'• To: Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners 9 Re: Proposed Bannon Sub Area Plan D FM From: Walt Parrs, 100 Seal Rock Road, Brinnon WA MAR 12 2002 Date. 12 February 2002 JFFFERSON COUNTY BOARD Of, COMMISSIONERS My name is Walt Parks and I live in Brinnon on Seal Rock Road. I have been a property owner since 1988. 1 support the Better Brinnon Coalition in opposition to the Brinnon Sub Area Plan. I am a registered Republican. Opposition to this plan is bi- partisan. I have attended several meetings on the plan and have given public testimony. There are 3 points I wish to make regarding the Brinnon. Plan. First, I disagree with the comparison of Brinnon to the West End. We are not an extremely remote area. We should not basically rezone the whole area to promote commercial businesses and a resort. I do not agree with the demographics and census statistics in the plan; they are self - serving to promote the commercial rezoning. Second, since I disagree with the foundations of this plan the conclusions such as a light industrial zone in Brinnon, strip development at Wa Wa point, and the resort are not logically supported by analysis. In fact, many businesses have failed in this area and have been for sale for eons. A candidate for county commissioner pointed out that the county has paid planners, from Bellevue, to promote the commercial development in this plan.. We who live here drive by failed businesses every day. Third, the County has promoted resort development at Black Point and many local people have invested personal money in a marina, are stockholders and slip - owners in a marina which is now in chapter 11 bankruptcy. It is wrong for the Leader and the county commissioners to promote a resort at Black Point which does not have zoning and may put unsuspecting investors at risk due to misrepresentation. I do not consider this a plan but more like a scam and this process and ultimately the county commissioners are responsible. If this sounds like strong language, 107 slip - owners and shareholders are at risk of losing about $4 million of slip and marina use. I am sure they would vent their feelings with more emotion than I am showing now. Finally, I have heard people say the proposals in this plan won't happen in my life -time. I think this is a cop -out and implicit acknowledgement that the plan isn't really good for Brinnon. I have also heard that the Plan and development are not that big a deal and will have no big impact on the area. I disagree. Any development on the 101 corridor affects all of us_ It should be supported by more thoughtful analysis than is in this plan. This plan is not good for Brinnon. Brinnon deserves a real plan. D = BRINNON SUB AREA PLAN ,;. Testimony MAR 12 2002 March 12, 2042 JEFFERSON COUNTY ; t t;. " �k.�•, ��F ,� ;.. ,:. BOARD OF rOmNIISSI0PrF_F?S I support the Better Brinnon Coalition in opposing the current Brinnon Sub Area Plan. The current Brinnon Plan ignores the reality of present day Brinnon, ignores the reality of the fragile environment of Brinnon, and most sadly, ignores the views and wishes of most Brinnonites. :; - V P. ,'?i We have been told that Brinnon is dying, that Brinnon is stagnant, and a master plan resort will bring it back to life. On what evidence is this notion predicated? Could the reality be that the population characteristics simply have shifted over the years and the health of Brinnon is just fine, while it is, in fact, The Plan that is unhealthy? Why wasn't an in -depth demographic study taken? Such a study and analysis would have illuminated the priorities and aspirations of all the residents - -the employed, self employed, unemployed, those receiving government assistance, and our high proportion of retirees. Why wasn't a concerted effort made to bring a more representative cross section of residents, plus experts in environmental, economic and social issues, into the planning process? A strong house requires a strong foundation; the Brinnon Plan rests on no foundation at all. Why wasn't the impact on the health of the ecosystem considered in the Brinnon Plan? Why were not environmental impact studies made? Brinnon must be allowed to grow in a way to keep its beautiful shoreline visible, viable, and accessible to all. Many of my neighbors feel as I, from the young family running a small successful and environmentally responsible cottage industry who fear the MPR will degrade the shoreline, to the retired couple who have fished Hood Canal these last thirty years and fear the current Brinnon Plan will turn their beloved Hood Canal which has been so generous with its rich marine life, and is now so endangered, into nothing more than a pretty but lifeless backdrop for a Master Plan Resort. Most residents of Brinnon cannot afford the increased taxes the MPR at Black Point, and the SRT at Wa Wa will engender. Who will pay for the infrastructure that this re- zoning and subsequent development will require? And if the resort fails, who will pay for the resolution and maintenance of a derelict property? And if the environment is degraded at Wa Wa and Black Point, as it surly will be, who will pay for the cleanup? Well run and responsible cottage industries are an important and vital part of our rural community. But why the blanket waiving of restrictions in the current Brinnon Plan? Why weren't guidelines incorporated to specifically control noise, visual, and environmental pollution, rather than provisions so vague as to jeopardize the health of our fragile environment, and the quality of life of all those who would live in the vicinity? In sum, what Brinnon needs is a real Brinnon Plan, Olivia Alfano 61 Galloway Ln Brinnon WA 98320 Good evening, everyone: Speaking from a water planning standpoint, I sVong4y vrge,t'hav —,\ you not approve this Plan, based on its inevitable requirements for water : Here's why: MAR 1 20G2 cOLINTY #1 The Plan does not show that sufficient tip f JS 11SSIONERS available to support the planned uses. #2 If the Plan is approved without proven water availability, where will the necessary water come from? According to the County's Water Plans, the PUD is the county's water provider of last recourse. #3 All Jefferson County citizens, who are PUD taxpayers, have a financial interest at risk when the PUD has to come in & "pick up the pieces" of a failed supply, #4 Consequently, extensive development of the scale & intensity set forth in the Plan should await proof of available water supply for the life of the project. p i_ To detail these points: #Z WATER AVAILABILITY Brinnon's Sub -area Plan (BSAP) has a potentially fatal problem: Water Supply. L� The BSAP does not spell it out, but unless its Goal G1.0's `hoped for' transfers of water rights, or combining of [water distribution] systems can somehow keep the pipes full, there's j no other evidence that known & available water quantity is sufficient for the planned population & visitors to its targeted land uses, particularly in times of reduced flow or delivery in the hottest & driest part of the year. Nowhere in the Plan do we see any identification of specific water source(s); Goal G1 .0 generally urges improving water QUALITY.... but omits QUANTITY considerations. Policy P1.1 says: "encourage small neighborhood water systems" & share the costs of self - management or, have the PUD manage them for a fee, or take over the system. Now, here we need to remember that water resource planning works with a 25- to 50 -year horizon. Instead, we find a cheerful urging to share the misery or get the PUD to take charge. All this to take place where there's evidence that some wells in the Plan area already run dry at times- -even with low -use appliances & behavior. The BSAP is based on water appearing. Plans can't make water available. Securing water rights does, but newer rights always rank lower in priority than older, senior water right -- when supplies fall short. Minimum flows and habitat needs become especially critical at the same time as human -use. If any water rights whatsoever are issued for an over - appropriated stream, they only come with seasonal limitations. Such withdrawals often are not authorized when rainfall & stream flows are at their lower levels. i i Let's also remember that, in & on sedimentary & glaciated soils & sub - surface deposits, ground water is often in continuity with surface water. This can make it difficult to get ground water rights if an associated stream is already below its adopted or historic minimum flow levels. In addition,.. tM- endangered species designations & Tribal treaty rights often complicate today's water permitting efforts. PUD AS LASI RECOURSE BIER Because the PUD is the Last Recourse Supplier, the PUD will have to come up with water when the sponsors of this thirsty development could not. Being the "Last Recourse' provider will oblige the PUD to find water somehow to serve uses that responsibly would never've been included in the Plan. That's never cheap. All Jefferson County properties pay the PUD District tax. Thus, the PUD's future obligations & financial responsibilities in & around Brinnon will be shared by the West End, Tri -Area, South County & Port Townsend. We all pay, whether we are direct customers of the PUD, or not. #4 RE .COMMENDED ACTS Development of these uses must be permitted ONLY after sure- thing, long -term water sources sufficient to satisfy that market are under the control of the Plan sponsors. Before any plan is adopted or development permits issued or owners vested with a right to build, a thorough study of water availability, continuity, sources, cycles, & year -round volumes should be undertaken by an experienced & independent consulting hydrologic engineer. To save harmless the PUD's tax- & rate - payers, a suitable bond must be obtained in the PUD's favor to guarantee funding of sufficient water resources & distribution to assure that any development eventually permitted has the minimum water it needs. I say this because developments of this scale & grandiose conception have at times failed to reach fruition; In such cases, tax - payers are too often left `holding the bag' & forced to fund what ought to have been part of what developers themselves must be held to paying for. Dc"D 41a)0- Brinnon Sub Area PlanJestimony March 12, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY I support the Better Brinnon Coalition. BOARD Of COMMISSIONERS An old adage states, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Brinnon ain't broke. Brinnon doesn't need fixing. Yet the Brinnon Plan proposes a fix that not only threatens our rural character but also jeopardizes our already compromised resources. Water is no longer abundant here, and an 18- hole golf course, a 50 million dollar resort, an industrial site, and a strip mall, would drastically lower the water table and the ensuing runoff add contaminates to drain into the bay and further decimate the fish and shellfish populations. With such planned massive constructions and added traffic, erosion would increase, wildlife habitats would become further endangered, and our ecology imperiled. In terms of simple economics, there is no existing infrastructure for any of the proposals outlined in the Plan. Who will pay for the roads, the wells, the water treatment facilities, the sewage facilities, the shoring up of the hillsides, and the resulting pollution? A modest lodge would be a welcome addition to the community, but the humongous Black Point folly on which the Plan hinges, is pure overkill. We simply do not attract the necessary volume of high- rollers to fill the rooms, and given our extremely high yearly rainfall and short tourist season, this fantasy resort is doomed to fail. And when it does, the financial burden will pass to the taxpayers, while the environmental damage will be irreversible. At one time, many years ago, Brinnon was a thriving logging and fishing community. But no more. Because those resources, commercial fishing and logging, were long ago wiped out. There is no going back to the old days. There is no replacement for the logging and fishing economy. like it or not, the future of Brinnon rests primarily on retirees, who now comprise over 50% of the population. People come to this rural, remote locale not for the promise ofjobs but for the beauty of nature, the tranquility, the escape from the bustle, defilement, and chaos of elsewhere. As more boomers join the ranks of the retired, Brinnon will grow, and with new arrivals will come opportunities for attendant small businesses. Vacationers will continue to visit the area so long as there are forests to hike in and fish to catch and clams to dig. The fix proposed by the Brinnon Plan as designed will exploit our tenuous resources — water, habitat, and delicate eco- systems, and will be of no benefit to the residents of Brinnon other than the few developers who hope to make a fast profit. Our remaining precious resources can be as readily depleted as our late logging and fishing; industries. The emphasis of the Plan should be restoration and preservation, not on destruction, of our fast diminishing natural bounty. Brinnon deserves a real plan. Diane Derrick 61 Galloway Ln Brinnon WA 98320 is • MAR 12 2002 z r r / I xl� C CY .. �- G t��� �hz ram Q�� `Z�/�o -� /�,,c -G� `max -- -•� , �C��e r MAR 12 20C2 a � � F •� M 62- � - ` L ar,c��ns ' U _�7- kkx- 614 L' I r ` d O�- z Jv : J r 7 kA-a-- 14-e a,&� J6 4C)C-2;t� � n u - '` C� : BCD 3/oka, ID March 12, 2002 MAR 12 2002 Testimony of Ted Labbe, Habitat Biologist, Port Gamble SWIal"Wn COUNTY Before the Jefferson County Board of County CommisMioners COMMISSIONERS Good evening, and thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Brinnon Subarea Plan. My name is Ted Labbe and I am a biologist with the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe's Natural Resources Department. The S`Klallam and Skokomish tribes maintain a long- standing interest in the health of Jefferson County's landscape and shorelines as they provide critical habitat for a host of plant and animal species on'which the Tribes depend for their cultural and economic well- being. We are very concerned about policies set forth under the BSAP and have drafted detailed comments to both the local Brinnon planning group and the County on the Plan. Though minor improvements to the Plan have been made over recent months, serious flaws remain and I would like to speak to those flaws today. First among the Tribe's concerns is the unconditional recommendation for a golf course -resort development at Black Point. Under the County's outdated shoreline and stormwater control standards, such a development would jeopardize Hood Canal's precious water quality as well as the rich and productive Duckabush shellfish tidelands. The Dosewallips and Duckabush estuaries support commercially - and culturally - significant tidelands, threatened salmon habitat, as well as critical habitats for a host of other fish and wildlife species valued by the Tribe and local residents. There was no review of development, impacts to these resources in the Plan, or in the County's environmental checklist and threshold determination letter. , Nor.. was there any consideration of water supplies, which are likely limited since Black Point is virtually surrounded by saltwater. The Western Washington Growth Management Hearings Board's recent ruling indicating that Jefferson County is not doing enough to prevent saltwater intrusion and protect domestic water supplies has immediate bearing on this case. Second, the Tribe has concerns about the process of Flan development, review, and adoption. There were inadequate opportunities for the Tribe's and state agencies' involvement, though the Plan will have large impacts to Treaty resources. In public hearings, Brinnon planning `group members admitted their failure to consult with knowledgeable state /federal agency staff and stated that this was intentional. The County's limited two -week SEPA review fell during the busy Holiday season, was not conducive to adequate review by state or federal agency staff, and a formal request to extend the review period was flatly denied with no justification provided. Throughout the process, Jefferson County staff maintained that the DEIS/FEIS developed for the County Comprehensive Plan would also serve forABrinnon Plan. But new 'conditions have arisen since adoption of the Comprehensive Plan: salmon stocks have been listed under ESA, eve' have new science on the harmful effects of stormwater'runoff and inappropriate shoreline development, and the County has relaxed its rules governing new resort 'development and local zoning. All these changes require development of a supplemental environmental impact analysis to fully address and P , ,:.r.. 'feature The Tr - mitigate im acts to sensitive environmental 'f ribe provided detailed mitigation opportunities for County staff to use to condition any development recommendati6n at Black" Point in`the�Plan these included" information on Black Point'wvetlancls, potential stream'r"estoration, opportunities, and landslide Hazard areas.- -We re'commen'ded that these mitigation bpporturuties be luilced to any resort development s - w w recommendation to ensure there is adequate environmental protection above and beyond the minimum and inadequate safeguards of the UDC; however, our recommendations were apparently ignored. Once adopted, the BSAP formally becomes part of the County's comprehensive plan, which directs day -to -day permitting and planning of County staff. The recommendation for a resort development at Black Point is particularly inappropriate because it conditions County staff to look favorably on forthcoming project -level proposals though no analysis of cumulative effects to water quality or fish and wildlife populations has yet been completed. Please remand the Plan to Community Development with the requirement that DCD complete a supplemental environmental impact analysis. A full EIS would allow area residents, the Tribes, as well as state and federal agencies more opportunity to weigh in on proposed land use proposals and recommend mitigation opportunities. Many of the mitigation opportunities transcend what is possible or achievable at the individual, project review phase — this includes tools like transferable development rights, which are better implemented at the scale of the Subarea. The seriousness of this matter warrants a serious approach to resolving these problems. Legal challenges have been mounted and the issue may have to be resolved in the courts. The Tribe is currently evaluating its options, ias drafted a letter to the County Commissioners requesting a formal government -to- government meeting on this matter. We want to work through these issues with the County together, in the spirit of cooperation. Please do not ignore us. 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March 5, 2002 To CC: Subject: JEFFERSON COUNTY Glen Huntingford BOARD OF COMMISSIOvRS Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. Q. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. 1 am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yourf' CC . T)CD 3' 13 �• March 5, 2002 d ('' ` c� L� 1 nL) MAR 12 2002 To: Glen Huntingford JEFFERSON COUNTY Dan Tittemess BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would tike to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). 1 am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, 1 feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, f J W. -WD 3113ba MAR 12 2002 jgVERSON COUNTY to of COMMISSIC;! r> S March 5, 2002 To: Glen Huntingford Ilan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners offices P. D. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 99368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Choir. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the l3rinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feet that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed Respectfully yours, d v Td Wdez:So T002' S0 '6r43 'ON M-d HOSIkIS-- SMOCU3W *6 WOdJ cc! WD 3113kn- C EE V F March 5 2002 L1 l! MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford 80ARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP)_ I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, C� ( e March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve, The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, f1 . W Iv 3113(oa March 5, 2002 To: CC: Subject: Q) MAR 12 206,2 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF r0MM'ISSI0fjF RS Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, 1 would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County, I urge the SOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, (Y". -0(�D 3I 131a3- March 5, 2002 im CC: Subject: LZ D MAR 12 2002 .JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Pork Townsend, Washington 98368 Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Bdnnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. 1 IIMA tha Rrlf'f`. 4n annrnvc thA RCAF is& nsirrnr♦th. nrr%nA&A%A March 5, 2002 MAR 12 20C2 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Y tY Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, 13 04 R V M 'V,'Oojl�� 40�� QC'. -D(Z 31131oaL March 5, 2002 f MAR 12 20C2 JEFFERSON 5�t7f ERS To: Glen Huntingford BOARD Of CQ M Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). 1 am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, cc - DCD 311316 -'), March 5, 2002 Ul MAR 1 2OC 2 To: Glen Huntingford JEFFERSON COUNTY Dan Titterness BOARO OF' COMM!SS!Of � RS Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. CC,: 'Dca 31,310 a March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. cc: vcD 3113�� March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford BOARD Of COMMISSIONERS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 9836$ CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. 1 believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. 1 urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed, Respectfully yours, 64 uJC40,� w CC -D00 3113 +® L MAR 12 2002 Mann 5, 2002 JEFFERSON WUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIC NTRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, j f .wt ct: 1x. ��� U March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIOgRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. U. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 88368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, 1 would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. 1 believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BQCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BQCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, d 010-: _X-DI 3)13i&1 March 5, 2002 DO MAR 12 20C2 To: Glen Huntingford JEFFERSON COUNTY Dan Tittemess 80ARD OF COMMISSIONERS Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. 0. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fuflled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, C c! `Dc t7 3I131oa March 5, 2002 `e CKOM Subject: DI) MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 Josh Peter$, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group (BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. 1 urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed Respectfully yours, t I i J CCt BCD 31t316a March 5, 2002 MAR 1.2 i_. zocz .JEFFERSON COUNTY �30ARb OF ppMMlSS4Ct�ERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). 1 am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, . '-'' 41-t March 5, 2002 IE F L) MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford OF COMMISSIONERS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the staff for the Jefferson County Department of Community Development for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, a ZX7 31 l31o�L March 5, 2002 To: Glen Huntii MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY OOARD OF COMMISSIONERS r". V. UVR I LGV Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed_ Respectfully yours, srxeer- i rd ;Ld cc, TAD 314a March 5 2002 DQ MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford BOARD OF COMM ISS110t FRS Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community_ Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, Z Bud cc,. '�C a� 3� 131oa March 5, 2002 To: CC: Subject: D MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOAR[l cIF COIMISSICc`Rs Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 9836$ Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP)_ i am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed Respectfully yours, Q_c : ix-T) 3113�e� March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford BOARD OF COMM ISSIOiERS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed_ Respectfully yours, G�V a Ito Rhaold�d I March 5, 2002 u MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group (BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. 0-0-* 'Dc'--D 311310 March 5, 2002 To: CC: Subject: Q MAR 1 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIOtIERS Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 9836$ Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission JJ Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, � G CG� J`7 3�r31� PDD) March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY SOW- OF cOMMISSICp FRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC* Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. 1 believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed -ce§pecrruq yours, Z cc,. March 5, 2002 To: CC: Subject: DD MAR 12 2002 iFFFERWN COUNTY BOAR? OF COMMISSIONIERS Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. 1 believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed Respectfully yours, I Cc' Dc_o *JOa March 5 2002 DD MAR 12 2002 To: Glen Huntin ord JEFFERSON COIJNTY BOARD Of COMM ISSIO '-4 RS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Pork Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfull yours, en 0 CC. -WD D UV EDO March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY To: Glen Huntingford i30ARID OF C;)MvjISSI0i'ERS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Pork Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. i urge the BOCC to approve the SSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, HLk6 :IN ,a LL) f4 ggl%ao �1 CG'. 3113 f a�, March 5, 2002 To: ECI- HIEDD MAR 12 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY Glen Huntingford BOARD OF COMMISSiONERS Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. 0. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98358 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Subarea Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group (BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. 1 urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, c-c'. � 31i3I�� o0U/ March 5, 2002 MAR 12 20C? JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIO HERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. 1 urge the SOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, a"'Y-) Cc '. "DC7 311-,3 low C) 2 March 5, 2002 MAR 12002 JEFFERSON CO3JNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIC)it!FpS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, M .A Cc: "NCO 31i3161 FD) ID) March 5, 2002 2 MAR 1 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY soAia�,F OF COMMISSIONERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. 1 am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, CC'. a-D 4310� March 5, 2002 D MAR 12 2002 JCFFFKSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. 0. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my singe appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group (BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. 1 believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BCCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, '`l C.C.: ��� 3�►3�da March 5, 2002 MAR 12 20T? JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIOIJERS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98358 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, ��, cc•. TD 3113JOa �lIV MAR 12 Z"? March 5, 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSi fNFRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the staff for the Jefferson County Department of Community Development for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, Pap 1 of 1 ec: `Dc-O 3113�oa March 5, 2002 DD MAR 12 2002 JEFFIRSON COUNTY BOARD OF COWSSIOgf,!FRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair_ Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the staff for the Jefferson County Department of Community Development for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, Page 1 of 1 u Cc' 'DcJ 3)1310 L March 5, 2002 MAR 12 W Z Y. !EFFrRSON COUNTY BDARI) OF C014iplls-�101,F`FRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98388 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development r Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the staff for the Jefferson County Department of Community Development for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. G' Respectf ur , U CC' DCD 31 N6z MAR 12 20H2 JEFF RSON COUNTY March 5, 2002 BOARD OF c0IVIp-9lSSlfil i.i3S To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the staff for the Jefferson County Department of Community Development for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, Page l of 1 CC C'7 ID'r MAR 12 2002 March 5, 2002 JEFI' R,-,0N COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIGNIFPS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the }: outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the staff for the Jefferson County Department of Community Development for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, Page 1 of 1 March 5, 2002 MAR 12 201-02 JFFFI -RSf)N COUNTY BOAPP OF To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. 1 believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, ` "t cc,. DC-D 3I13�oa � 7c� March 5, 2002 LIAR 12 20 W 2 JEFFFRSON UIUNTY BOARD OF cr7t�1mis' ,!ONFP's To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98358 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, oe U Cc: '1�C`,� 3li3lo� MAR 12 20C2 March 5, 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF C0kIVNSS101'4FRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Subarea Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub-Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). i am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, C C '. i c- D 31,3ba . March 5, 2002 MAR 12 20 "2 To: Glen Huntingford JEFFERSON COUNTY Dan Tittemess BOARD OF COMM ISSIO'NiFRS Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County, urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, 0,A_ C7I �c`.vL b.2H~rt 5 I J cc% 1`�CiJ 3'13fo MAR 12 2002 March 5, 2002 JEFFERSON RSOfv Ci.iiJ N; Y BOARD t"�F CMMMISFi :,' r)S To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98388 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Subarea Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed Re pectfully yours, CC: TOCD 3� a3IQa NIAR 2 2002 March 5, 2002 IEFFF"RSON CO J�NTy 80AU GF C:)Mt4ISSB0t 1=F'c To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 9 220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, 1 �' cc: rbc'"b AI-310a, MAR 12 20r,2 March 5, 2002 JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMM ISSIGf,vsFRS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brannon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, l cc °. Dr-D 3 j 13 ICa. MAR 12 20r� JEFF- _RSM CgU!ffY March 5, 2002 BOARD of C0M v'I S'IC , P;SS To: Glen Huntingford Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Subarea Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP)_ I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a f consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, CZ �' March 5, 2002 To: CC: Subject: MAR 2 2CC2 JEFFERSON COUNTY 'RU�'p UB uii MWIISSIWITTS Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98366 Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group (BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed, Respectfully yours IVAII March 5, 2002 To: [all] Subject: MAR 12 20C2 JEFFF"RSON �� TNTY POAR?9 OF Glen Huntingford Dan Tittemess Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 98368 Josh Peters, Jefferson County Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub -Area Planning Group (BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. I believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community_ Also, l feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed Respectfully yours, CC, March 5, 2002 MAR 12 2002 iF1 F?0A tat Mrv; To, . Glen HuntingfoM Dan Titterness Richard E. Wojt County Commissioners Office P. O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, Washington 9836$ CC: Josh Peters, Jefferson County .Department of Community Development Mr. Tom McNerney, Chair. Jefferson County Planning Commission Subject: Approval of the Brinnon Sub -area Plan As a member of the Brinnon community, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding effort of the Brinnon Sub Area Planning Group ( BSAPG), the Jefferson County Planning Commission and the Jefferson County Department of Community Development staff for developing and refining the Brinnon Sub -area Plan (BSAP). I am hopeful that vitality of the Brinnon area will soon be allowed to improve. The Brinnon community is very diverse in that it has many voices. The key to successful planning in a diverse community is to listen to everyone, understand their opinion and to determine, by consensus, how their opinion is to be treated. i believe that in this same manner, the BSAPG ensured that all opinions were reviewed, understood and considered as to whether they could be supported by the group or not. I am convinced that the BSAP represents a consensus of opinions and that the BSAPG has fulfilled its obligation to our community. Also, I feel that the Planning Commission has fulfilled its obligation to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and Jefferson County. I urge the BOCC to approve the BSAP as currently proposed. Respectfully yours, APO.�