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HomeMy WebLinkAbout031521_electronic_CorrFrom:Hoss, Schuyler (GOV) To:Hoss, Schuyler (GOV) Subject:Governor Inslee Media Availability: March 4th 2:30 pm Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:51:22 AM Attachments:image001.png image002.png image003.png image004.png CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Governor Inslee will address the media today at 2:30 pm to give an update on the state's response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The governor will be joined for questions by: Umair Shah, MD, MPH, secretary, Department of Health Lacy Fehrenbach, deputy secretary for COVID response, Department of Health (Q&A only) Michele Roberts, assistant secretary, Department of Health (Q&A only) Nick Streuli, executive director of external affairs, Office of the Governor (Q&A only) The press conference will be livestreamed by TVW. SCHUYLER F. HOSS Director of International Relations and Protocol Regional Representative – Southwest Washington Office of Governor Jay Inslee State of Washington, United States of America Cell: 360.239.1317 www.governor.wa.gov | schuyler.hoss@gov.wa.gov Email communications with state employees are public records and may be subject to disclosure, pursuant to Ch. 42.56 RCW. From:Washington State Department of Transportation To:jeffbocc Subject:Community update on plans to reopen SR 112 in Clallam County Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 3:13:36 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Plans to reopen SR 112 move forward Greetings from the Washington State Department of Transportation, We want to share an update with you on our progress towards reopening State Route 112 in Clallam County. Since Dec. 21, 2020, debris slides caused by heavy rains, snow and seasonal tides forced the closure of the highway between mileposts 31 and 39. This is an important highway for Olympic Peninsula travelers between Neah Bay and Joyce. We are working to restore access as soon as safely possible. Since our last update, a sixth slide has been identified at milepost 35.6. Our design engineers have finalized conceptual plans to repair all six slide locations. These plans will go to a contractor, pending environmental permits. These permits generally take four to five months to obtain, however we are working to try and expedite this process. During the week of Feb. 15, environmental crews identified potential marbled murrelet bird habitat that may be affected during construction. We will work with our partners at the Department of Fish and Wildlife to limit any adverse impacts to nearby wildlife. As part of our environmental assessment so far, no negative affects to fish species have been identified and all work will take place within state right-of- way. Once the environmental permits are obtained, repairs totaling $2 million, can begin. Examples of the types of repairs needed to reopen SR 112 include but are not limited to: slope reinforcement filling portions with gravel installing guardrail rebuilding drainage facilities leveling a surface roadway with gravel We’re working to secure funding to begin these repairs. Unfortunately, State Route 112 did not meet federal reimbursement criteria through Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This event was isolated to a limited geographic area and was the only location affected during the December storm. This means WSDOT will pay for these repairs from statewide preservation dollars. This means other projects statewide will be affected. When will the highway reopen? It is still too soon to tell when we can reopen the highway. We are working simultaneously on obtaining necessary environmental permits and funding to begin this important preservation work. Crews are expected to begin construction once environmental reviews are complete, which could happen in early summer. We will continue to post updates, as we have them, on our blog and you can sign up for project updates online. You can also follow us on Facebook or Twitter for real-time updates. Please feel free to share this updated information with others, as we work to connect with everyone who is affected by the highway closure. Thank you for your patience while we work to safely reopen the highway. Please let me know if you have any questions. Warm regards, Dan McKernan WSDOT Port Angeles Project Engineer 360-565-0623 SR 112 at milepost 36.9 where the highway has dropped more than 13-feet due to roadway settlement STAY CONNECTED SUBSCRIBER SERVICES Manage Preferences | Unsubscribe | Help This email was sent to jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Washington State Department of Transportation 310 Maple Park Ave SE · Olympia, WA 98504 View this email in your browser Your action is needed for Washington's public lands. Time is of the essence. Please contact your Senator now, urge their leadership and ask them to help get SB 5159 to the floor and to vote in support. From:WA Wildlife & Recreation Coalition To:jeffbocc Subject:Action Alert: SB 5159 Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 3:15:33 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. SB 5159 Concerning payments in lieu of real property taxes by the department of the fish and wildlife. Why the Coalition supports this bill: This bill is an important step towards implementing a reasonable approach to fulfill the state’s obligation to local governments for the tax implications of Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) land ownership. PILT is paid to certain counties to compensate for the state acquisition of private property (and the corresponding decrease in taxable acreage) for critical fish and wildlife habitat and creating increased public access for hunting, fishing, and other outdoor recreation.These payments are critical to local government, schools, and junior taxing districts, especially in rural Washington with large acreages of state ownership. If enacted, this provision would benefit all Washingtonians by reducing confusion and inequities by moving Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) PILT payments to the State Treasurer’s office. The PILT program will recognize and equalize the disproportionate cost of these land management benefits at the county level. Not ready to speak up on these issues? Make a gift of $10 (or more!) to the Coalition today to help us mobilize support for these important pieces of legislation! Copyright © 2021 Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you have subscribed to Coalition emails or are a member of one of our partner organizations. Donate $10 Today Our mailing address is: Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition 1402 3rd Ave, Suite 714 Seattle, Wa 98101 Add us to your address book Photo Credit: John Callery Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list From:Kathleen Keenan To:Greg Brotherton; KPTZ VTeam; Kate Dean; Keppie Keplinger; Tom Locke; Willie Bence; Heidi Eisenhour; jeffbocc Subject:Questions for the March 8th, 2021, BOCC Meeting Date:Friday, March 5, 2021 12:40:00 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Good Afternoon. Along with the anticipation of Spring’s arrival, the KPTZ volume of listener’s questions has slowed. Questions still come in about what listener’s perceive as an uneven rollout of the age up for vaccine appointments, such as why a 73 year old who has registered to be notified is still waiting for that email or how different areas of our county are allocating vaccines. A kuddo for all involved: First of all, I want to tell you how much I appreciate all your efforts at leading this county through the pandemic. I appreciate your highly knowledgeable and informative weekly updates Dr. Locke and Mr. Bence. When I tell my friends from other areas what the leadership of this county is doing, they are complimentary and amazed at the effort to weekly inform residents. You are the best! Respectfully, Kate Keenan, KPTZ Virus Watch Team member Questions and related topics KPTZ would like to have presented on the air to Dr. Locke/County Commissioners (BOCC)/EOC/Jefferson County Public Health as time permits. Questions for the March 8th, 2021, BOCC Meeting Dr. Locke: 1. If you have a fairly high-quality mask, such as an N-95, KN95 or one with a nano filter, if you air it out for several days in between uses, can you reuse it again? Are these masks a truly one use only mask? 2. Why would someone who received the vaccine NOT need to quarantine for 14 days when exposed to an infectious Covid-19 case? I thought you could still get a coronavirus infection even though you got the vaccine, so why would this recommendation change? Covid-19 Testing: (none submitted) 1. What do you think is driving the lower numbers of new Covid-19 infections? Are Jefferson County residents still coming in for testing when they have some flu like symptoms? Public Health Strategies/Vaccines: 1. I’m wondering about how side effects to the vaccines are being recorded. My mother recently received the vaccine and two days later had a very serious episode of vertigo. Is this a possible delayed action? I would like to have this documented, so where can I do this? 2. If someone gets the first vaccine shot in a different county (Clallam), can they get the second shot in Jefferson or do they have to get it from the same place? My primary care physician is at Jefferson Healthcare. 3. After two shots of any of the vaccines, do I get protection from the new virus variants circulating? 4. Our daughter had a bad case of Covid-19 last year and still has fatigue and vertigo episodes. Last week as a teacher, got her first vaccine shot and right away had side effects. Should she get the second dose if she had these reactions? Can the immune system over-react from the vaccine when you have previously had Covid-19? 5. Are you able to estimate when, as a 60-70 year old, I’ll be able to get the vaccine? 6. I’m 73 and registered to receive the vaccine. Several of my friends, aged 67 or 68 have already received their invites/and or the first shot this week. If I’m older, and more at risk, why is it that I’m still waiting, especially since you emphasize that the older go first? What’s the glitch? 7. I'd like to know what's happening with Jefferson's West County? How are vaccines being administered and are they keeping pace with the rest of us? Board of County Commissioners: EOC: 1. What are the volunteer opportunities available when this county transitions to a mass vaccination clinic? donate // learn more From:Kurt Beardslee To:jeffbocc Subject:Fish trap legalization has never been closer Date:Saturday, March 6, 2021 1:51:01 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Wild Fish Community, We have made history over the last six years, reviving an ancient fishing method as a sustainable alternative to commercial gill netting and proving its benefits to wild salmon recovery and a new generation of progressive fishers. With blood, sweat, and tears, I have personally seen The Fish Trap Project mature into a leading solution for salmon recovery and a sustainable way forward for fishers of the Columbia River. It is with great urgency today that I am asking for your support to help drive The Fish Trap Project past the finish line so that commercial fishers are no longer forced to use gill nets, and wild salmon and steelhead bycatch can be safely released in commercial fisheries for the first time. This month, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) must decide whether to legalize the fish trap and allow those that strive to fish sustainably to have the opportunity to use alternative gears that can effectively release wild salmon and steelhead unharmed. Legalizing sustainability should not be a tough decision if protecting threatened salmon and steelhead is the primary concern of WDFW. Below I've shared two new posts from Wild Fish Conservancy’s Fish Trap Journal. I encourage you to read 'New Beginnings', summarizing our exciting new research project in Oregon that stands to further improve fish traps for salmon recovery. Our newest post, 'Legalizing Sustainability' describes the weight of this momentous decision by WDFW to potentially legalize fish traps and its implications for wild fish and fishing communities into the future. It is critical that WDFW’s Director hears strong support from the public during this important decision-making process. Click below, to learn about two actions you can take, including signing the petition to WDFW, to show your support for this logical decision to legalize sustainable alternative fishing methods in the lower Columbia River. To the future of our wild fish, Kurt Beardslee, Executive Director Wild Fish Conservancy TAKE ACTION TODAY FISH TRAP JOURNAL: Legalizing Sustainability WA Fish and Wildlife to Make Historic Decision Whether to Legalize Fish traps A momentous decision awaits the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) this month as the agency is set to determine whether to legalize alternative fishing practices to gill netting that are proven to allow safe release of wild salmon and steelhead in commercial fisheries. To date, gill netting remains the only legal method of fishing in the lower Columbia River and all wild Chinook and coho salmon entangled in commercial nets are harvested, regardless of their status under the Endangered Species Act (ESA); steelhead that are removed from the nets are discarded overboard and management agencies have simply assumed that 55-62% survive in the absence of actual post- release survival data (TAC 2018; NMFS 2018). This pending decision by WDFW's Director may legalize modified fish traps at a broader scale in the lower Columbia River, ensuring that fishers have tested and proven options, wild salmon and steelhead bycatch are always released, and potential impacts to bycatch species are calculable. FISH TRAP JOURNAL: New Beginnings Announcing a New Oregon Fish Trap on the Lower Columbia River We are very pleased to announce the beginning of a new adventure on the lower Columbia River! This winter, pilings were driven in a new location on the Oregon-side of the river, providing the structure for what will be a new fish trap research project this coming summer. This important project will investigate additional means to reduce commercial fishery bycatch impacts to wild salmonids with alternative gear, thereby improving sustainable fishing opportunities in the Columbia River and potentially inspiring change elsewhere across the Pacific Northwest. Keep Reading TAKE ACTION TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE FISHERIES Right now, the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is making a decision whether to legalize the fish trap and allow those that strive to fish sustainably to have the opportunity to use alternative gears that can effectively release wild salmon and steelhead unharmed. Here are two urgent actions you can take today to share your support for legalizing fish traps to ensure the agency makes the right decision for wild fish, orcas, fishers, and coastal communities. ACTION 1: Sign the Petition Add your name to the petition calling on WDFW Director Kelly Susewind to legalize sustainable commercial fishing in the lower Columbia River ACTION 2: Contact WDFW & Share your Support for the Legalization of Commercial Fish Traps Click below for a guide on how to contact WDFW's Director and talking points to consider. wildfishconservancy.org thefishtrapjournal.org WFC's field journal dedicated to sharing stories, research, photos, and updates about WFC's fish trap projects straight from the Columbia River. Keep Reading Sign the Petition! Learn How to Contact WDFW Donate & Support This Research Copyright © 2021 Wild Fish Conservancy, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Wild Fish Conservancy PO Box 402 Duvall, Wa 98019 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. From:MARCI MELVIN To:jeffbocc Subject:Port Ludlow Speed Reductions Date:Saturday, March 6, 2021 1:00:17 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Jefferson County Board Commissioners: I live in Inner Harbor Village. I use Spinnaker to get to/from my home. I write you from years of personal experience with traffic patterns at busy intersection of Paradise Road and Spinnaker. The proposal isn’t adequate to slow down drivers who cruise past Spinnaker at 40 MPH or more on Paradise Bay Rd. It isn’t safe to turn from Spinnaker to Paradise Rd, especially for elderly drivers. Northbound on Paradise Rd: Traffic needs to slow down to 25 MPH at yellow Timberton Rd turn sign. People are driving 40 mph as they approach Timberton Rd turn sign. They continue at 40 mph past Spinnaker over Ludlow Creek until they see 25 MPH sign on other side of creek just before turn in to Ludlow Village Center. Only then do they begin to slow down. Paradise Rd just south of Spinnaker bends at Timberton Rd sign, creating a left-hand blind spot for drivers exiting from Spinnaker. Many times I’ve started to pull out then had to stop or back up when cars traveling northbound on Paradise Rd appear suddenly around this corner at 40+ MPH. SUGGESTION: Try exiting from Spinnaker to Paradise Rd yourself and you’ll quickly see what I mean. Also important to consider is that South Bay Club members use Spinnaker to access the Bay Club facility for exercise, community meetings, and ticketed music performances. Currently there are 600 members in the South Bay Club. It is typical for 200 members to attend performance events, held mostly in the evening. Imagine 200+ drivers exiting Spinnaker to Paradise Rd after dark, having to deal with that blind corner and cars coming way too fast. Southbound on Paradise Rd: Remove the 35 MPH sign at south edge of Ludlow Creek and move it further south to Timberton Rd. Why would you want to encourage drivers to speed up right before turnoff to Spinnaker? Having a 35 MPH sign right before Spinnaker Rd makes no sense to me. The 25 MPH speed limit they’ve been driving on Paradise Rd when entering Ludlow Village should stay 25 MPH until they’re PAST Spinnaker intersection. Thank you for hearing my concerns, Marci Melvin Inner Harbor Village Condominium Association From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Brinnon Crier March 2021 Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:04:52 AM From: Brinnon News On Behalf OfBrinnon News Sent: Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:04:10 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Brinnon Crier March 2021 CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Brinnon News A service of Emerald Towns Alliance (ETA) PO Box 323, Brinnon WA 98320 United States You received this email because you signed up on our website or made a purchase from us. Unsubscribe From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Join NACo and White House Officials TODAY for an Update on COVID-19 Relief for Counties Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:22:13 AM From: NACo Sent: Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:21:08 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Join NACo and White House Officials TODAY for an Update on COVID-19 Relief for Counties CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? 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From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Seattle Times Article Roosevelt Landfill Article Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:55:18 AM Attachments:image002.png From: Gilmore, Steven Sent: Thursday, March 4, 2021 8:54:15 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: strask@co.mason.wa.us; randyn@co.mason.wa.us; kshutty@co.mason.wa.us; Kate Dean; Al Cairns; rdickinson@co.mason.wa.us; Greg Gachowsky (Greg.Gachowsky@lewiscountywa.gov); Greg Brotherton; Monte Reinders; heissnhour@co.jefferson.wa.us; Dave Sauter (daves@klickitatcounty.org); Ruby Irving - Klickitat County (rubyi@klickitatcounty.org); jacoba@klickitatcounty.org; danc@klickitatcounty.org; Phyllis Farrell; Lois Ward; Joel Carlson; Pete Kmet; 'Michael Steadman'; Andy Ryder; Kevin Guijosa; Lynn Fitz- Hugh; Sam Merrill; Barb Scavezze; Paula Holroyde; Joe Hyer; EJ Zita (ejz@portolympia.com) Subject: Seattle Times Article Roosevelt Landfill Article CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Friends, Here is a nice article that highlights Republic’s partnership with the Klickitat County PUD and the Renewable Natural Gas facility at the landfill: https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/turning-trash-to-natural-gas-utilities-fight-for-their- future-amid-climate-change/ The Thurston County Climate Mitigation Plan had a page that also highlighted the landfill and the RNG facility and I have attached that as well. Please let me know if you have any questions and thank you for your continued partnership with Republic Services. Steve Gilmore Municipal Relationship Manager Washington Post Collection 4160 6th Avenue SE, Suite 204 Lacey, WA 98503 e sgilmore@republicservices.com o 206-332-7723 c 425-628-3144 f 206-764-1234 w www.republicservices.com Thursday, March 4 From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: COVID-19 News | March 4, 2021 Date:Thursday, March 4, 2021 10:14:31 AM From: Washington Counties (WSAC) Sent: Thursday, March 4, 2021 10:14:20 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: COVID-19 News | March 4, 2021 CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Want to receive this email in your inbox? Click here to subscribe. COVID-19 NEWSLETTER Inslee Statement on Washington's 5,000th COVID-Related Death Governor Inslee issued a statement after it was confirmed there have now been more than 5,000 deaths from COVID-19 in the state of Washington since the pandemic began. As of Wednesday, there have been 5,012 COVID-related deaths in Washington since 2020. Read more Announcements and Resources FEDERAL Join NACo and White House Officials for an Update on COVID-19 Relief for Counties Please join the National Association of Counties (NACo) and White House officials today as they continue a series of biweekly national member calls and hear the latest updates on COVID-19 relief and vaccine distribution today at 11am PST. During the call, hear a federal policy update and the latest on the American Rescue Plan, which includes direct allocations to counties of all sizes, and learn how you can take action. Read more STATE Inslee Statement on Biden Educator and Licensed Childcare Workers Vaccination Directive Governor Inslee issued a statement following President Joe Biden’s directive that all states must prioritize vaccinations of teachers and childcare workers. Read more Washington State Department of Health Provides Next-Generation Genome Sequencing The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) has increased its capacity to identify new strains of COVID-19 using next-generation genome sequencing equipment. The goal is to test several thousand specimens a month at the Public Health Lab in Shoreline, WA. Read more New COVID-19 Variants in Washington. Now what? What the discovery of new COVID-19 variants means for Washington? These variants are an important reminder that we cannot drop our guard. To protect ourselves and our communities, we need to remain vigilant to slow the spread of these new virus strains. Read more Western States Workgroup Clears Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine has been approved for use in Washington state, following the authorization by the Western States Scientific Safety Review Workgroup. The authorization follows an initial authorization by the FDA and CDC. Read more TIP OF THE DAY Reminders for Safe Building Re-Openings After COVID-19 Closures The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) wants to support the safe reopening of buildings that may have been closed for an extended period of time due to COVID-19 related restrictions. Low, or no water use in vacant or underused buildings increases the risk to plumbing systems and the potential for Legionella. Read more VIRTUAL MEETINGS March 8, 12:00 pm | Virtual Assembly Register View this email in your browser This email was sent to Kdean@co.jefferson.wa.us | Why did I get this? Want to change how you receive these emails? 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Click Here federal-policy-feed_969768.png NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTIES | NACo.org/coronavirus MARCH 4, 2021 Vaccine-header_1815824.jpg NACo Reaffirms Support of the State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds Legislation NACo today reaffirmed its support of the State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds legislation, part of the American Rescue Plan Act. The bill, which passed the U.S. House last week and is being debated by the U.S. Senate, now includes $60.1 billion in critical aid for which every county in America would be eligible. UPDATED COUNTY ALLOCATION ESTIMATES | NACo's STATEMENT | BILL SUMMARY Advocacy Toolkit: Counties and the COVID-19 Pandemic In NACo's advocacy toolkit, access our legislative analysis, research, talking points and county-by-county funding estimations for the latest proposed relief bill. 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Sign up to stay up-to-date on topics affecting America’s counties! Click here to unsubscribe. March 5, 2021 COUNTY NEWS Dayton Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Martha Lanman "As Administrator of Columbia County Public Health and Garfield County Health District, Martha Lanman has been instrumental in protecting our communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has worked to provide information, education, and other needed materials to help keep citizens informed and safe – making her the selection as Employee of the Year!" The Dayton Chamber of Commerce announced the selection of the 2020 From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Friday 5 | Data Breach | Consumer Privacy Date:Friday, March 5, 2021 10:00:18 AM From: Washington Counties (WSAC) Sent: Friday, March 5, 2021 9:59:59 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Friday 5 | Data Breach | Consumer Privacy CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Community Choice Awards. Each year, nominations are taken for exceptional citizen, employee, business and youth, and a committee made up of a cross-section of the community makes the selections. COUNTY NEWS Apply for a 2021 NACo Achievment Award by March 31 It’s time to showcase your county’s most innovative efforts! Apply for a 2021 NACo Achievement Award. Over the past year, county officials and frontline employees are demonstrating bold, inspirational leadership and saving countless lives during these extraordinary times. We want to help recognize your successes. A non-competitive program, the NACo Achievement Awards recognizes outstanding county government programs and services in 18 categories, covering a vast range of county responsibilities. Learn More Learn More COUNTY NEWS ‘The Winds are Changing’: County Looks to Lift Its De-Facto Ban on Marijuana Businesses After years of extended moratoriums and de-facto bans on marijuana grows and retail locations in unincorporated Lewis County, officials are looking to shift gears, recognizing the “cash cow” the marijuana industry has proven itself to be. The county’s 2013 moratorium — which did not impact incorporated towns such as the Twin Cities — was extended seven times. In 2017, it was replaced by a policy that still required business owners to acquire a federal permit — impossible for locals due to the federal criminalization of the drug. STATE NEWS Lawmakers Frustrated by Secrecy Surrounding Massive Data Hack at Washington State Auditor’s Office State lawmakers probing the massive data breach at state Auditor Pat McCarthy’s office say they’re frustrated with ongoing secrecy surrounding the incident, which exposed personal information of at least 1.3 million Washingtonians. STATE NEWS Washington State Inches Closer to Passing Consumer Privacy Law Washington could join Virginia and California as one of a handful of U.S. jurisdictions with consumer privacy legislation after a bill cleared one of its chambers nearly unanimously. Senate Bill 5062, dubbed the Washington Privacy Act, passed 48-1 in the state Senate on Wednesday. It would give consumers the right to access, correct, and delete personal data collected by businesses, and companies would have to issue privacy notices and adopt reasonable security standards. Learn More Learn More MARCH 17, 23, 31 & APRIL 6 Public Records Act Virtual Workshops 9:00 am | $140 | Webinar MARCH 24 What to Consider When Closing Out a Public Works Contract 10:00 am | $35 | Webinar facebook twitter instagram linkedIn wsac.org View this email in your browser This email was sent to Kdean@co.jefferson.wa.us | Why did I get this? Want to change how you receive these emails? Update your preferences | Unsubscribe from this list Copyright © 2021 Washington State Association of Counties, All rights reserved. 206 10th Ave SE · Olympia, WA 98501-1311 · USA | Contact Us Learn More UPCOMING EVENTS View More Upcoming Events FOLLOW US From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: NEWS RELEASE - Training exercise at Naval Magazine Indian Island 03/09 Date:Friday, March 5, 2021 12:06:12 PM Attachments:RELEASE 210309 - Security training exercise scheduled at Naval Magazine Indian Island.pdf From: Stanford, Julianne E CIV USN COMNAVREG NW BGR WA (USA) Sent: Friday, March 5, 2021 12:05:12 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: NEWS RELEASE - Training exercise at Naval Magazine Indian Island 03/09 CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Good afternoon, Attached and below is a news release regarding an upcoming training exercise at Naval Magazine Indian Island that is scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, 2021. For more information, please contact Naval Magazine Indian Island Public Affairs Officer Julianne Stanford at (360)-867-8525 or her email at julianne.stanford@navy.mil. Very respectfully, Julianne Stanford Naval Magazine Indian Island Public Affairs Officer Desk: (360)-396-5393 Cell: (360)-867-8525 julianne.stanford@navy.mil ### RELEASE# 21-0305 March 5, 2021 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SECURITY TRAINING EXERCISE SCHEDULED AT INDIAN ISLAND PORT HADLOCK, Wash., - Naval Magazine Indian Island has a training exercise scheduled for Tuesday, March 9, 2021. Training activities will include boats on the water near the pier’s security barrier, blank ammunition, loud sirens and bright blue flashing lights. Residents living in the communities surrounding Indian Island and installation personnel could notice increased noise levels and activities associated with the training exercise that day. Protecting personnel during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 pandemic is one of the Department of Defense’s top priorities. NMII is taking prudent measures to limit COVID-19’s spread, while also ensuring our people are trained and ready to fulfill our national defense mission. Personnel participating in the exercise will comply with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Defense by implementing proper physical distancing when practicable and by wearing cloth masks. The Navy conducts these types of security exercises at installations across the world to ensure readiness and verify response procedures. NMII thanks the community for their continued support and understanding. For more information on this release, please contact Naval Magazine Indian Island Public Affairs Officer Julianne Stanford at 360-867-8525 or her email at julianne.stanford@navy.mil. For additional information about Naval Magazine Indian Island, please visit: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrnw/installations/naval_magazine_indian_island.html or visit the installation’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/NAVMAGIndianIsland. -USN- March 5, 2021 From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Legislative Bulletin | March 5, 2021 Date:Friday, March 5, 2021 3:01:01 PM From: Washington Counties (WSAC) Sent: Friday, March 5, 2021 3:00:23 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Legislative Bulletin | March 5, 2021 CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. On the Hill Today is day 54 of the 105-day legislative session, so we have finally reached the half-way point. House of origin floor action started on February 23 and ends at 5 pm on March 9. Legislators granted themselves a few extra days on the floor to help combat the difficulties of Zoom-based voting. With only a few days on the floor to go, we’ll start seeing an uptick in longer hours and weekend work. Often, leadership will save the more controversial bills for evenings, weekends, and when the so-called “three minute rule” restricting the length of speeches takes effect. So, we should start seeing more occurrences like the Senate’s planned vote on the controversial capital gains tax bill on Saturday. Looking forward, the standard hearing schedule will resume on Wednesday. Hearings will run through March 26, when bills must have passed out of their opposite house policy committees. Draft budget proposals will likely also be released around this time, a week after the scheduled revenue forecast will be released. Fiscal committee hearings will continue until April 2 and following the 2nd the remainder of session will be largely floor action. Bills must pass the opposite house by April 11, with the rest of the time allocated to resolving differences between how the bills passed each house. Quick Links Weekly Legislative Hot Sheet Legislative Steering Committee Legislative Priorities Accessing the Legislature Remotely Committee Schedules House Remote Testimony Senate Remote Testimony County Zoom Backgrounds Upcoming Events WSAC Virtual Assembly Monday, March 8 LSC Meeting Friday, March 12 RESOURCES Federal Virtual Visits for Public Health Traditionally, the last week of February is NACCHO’s (National Association of County and City Health Officials) Public Health on the Hill – an advocacy day in the “other” Washington. This year, in the spirit of social distancing, WSALPHO conducted our visits virtually. WSALPHO and many local health jurisdictions met with several of our Congressional Offices to discuss many items related to the pandemic and support public health. These included: Vaccine rollout. In an ever-evolving situation, getting our population vaccinated against COVID-19 is a monumental effort – largely done with local public health leadership. Having input into state and federal allocations is essential, as local health provides direction into equity considerations, making sure our vaccine efforts are getting to our populations most at risk. Prioritizing other critical workers in light of the federal directive to vaccinate teachers also highlights the importance of having strong local connections and coordination. Our message to our delegation – we are in this together! Public Health Infrastructure. Like our efforts in the state legislature, building a robust public health system is also a federal priority. WSALPHO thanks Senator Murray for her ongoing support of public health and sponsorship of an infrastructure bill that would provide stable and consistent federal public health funding. This will only bolster our state and local efforts to modernize public health in Washington State! Loan repayment bill. We urge our Congressional delegation to co- sponsor and support Senator Smith’s public health loan repayment bill. The pandemic is shining a light on our public health system’s aging workforce and workforce shortages. A federal loan repayment that reinforces public service and public health will provide entrée into local public health and help us create future public health leaders. As a former local board of health member for the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department, Rep. Strickland spoke eloquently to our state’s public health needs. We want to thank Representative Strickland for her support of this effort and for building a robust local health workforce. Upcoming reporting language in relief packages. WSALPHO appreciates past funding and the language included in the December COVID relief package that requires states to report to CDC how much funding reaches local health departments. This language helps ensure that federal resources get to local public health, identifies states under allocating funds to local public health, and encourages better transparency in accounting for federal dollars. Carbon, with Benefits – Part 2 Whether Washington will impose a carbon revenue program this year is far from certain. Neither SB 5126 "cap & trade" nor SB 5373 "carbon tax" has progressed past the Senate. However, as both proposals provide significant new revenue through taxes or sales of emission allowances, they are sure to be considered "necessary to implement the budget" and not subject to the standard timing requirements. Technically, they are both "alive" until the legislature adjourns, and so will be the debates about them. The question of carbon revenue is an essential consideration as the legislature mulls other significant policy. The most obvious is the continuing need and building urgency for transportation funding. While a new transportation package seems unlikely this year, what one looks like next year or in future years may largely depend on if and what type of carbon revenue program the legislature enacts. What is more likely to pass this year are several other policy proposals focused on dealing with climate change and its impacts. The House has already approved HB 1117, adding a new goal to the Growth Management Act (GMA) requiring local governments to plan and regulate for salmon recovery. The House is also poised to pass HB 1099, adding another GMA goal to reduce climate change causes and mitigate related impacts. Both bills include funding requirements before local governments must comply, and each carries a significant financial burden which the legislature may be relying upon carbon revenue to fund. Finally, HB 1168 is moving with strong bipartisan support. Proposed by the Department of Natural Resource (DNR), HB 1168 deals with long-term forest health and reduces wildfire dangers. This proposal also comes with a hefty price tag as it guarantees spending of at least $25 million in the next biennium on the forest health proposals in the bill alone. The bill itself doesn't propose a funding solution, only spending. It was made evident in testimony by DNR leadership that they expect the legislature to designate from where the money needed to implement the policy will come. Likely, carbon revenue is being considered as a possible solution for HB 1168 as well. The only thing that is clear right now is the legislature is racing to support several weighty policy proposals this year, many of which are likely dependent on the passage of a carbon revenue proposal – and the path of carbon revenue is far from certain. With the next state revenue forecast only a couple of weeks away, an improved prediction may create some options for these policy proposals. However, it's hard to imagine the state can pursue all of them without carbon revenue being in the mix. Fiscal Flexibility, Expanded Police Misconduct Liability, & Homeowner Mortgage Penalties HB 1069, the so-called “fiscal flexibility” bill and a WSAC priority, continues to move forward. It has already passed the full House, and the Senate committee chair has promised to hear it in the next couple of weeks. This bill would allow counties greater scope in spending certain criminal justice sales tax, lodging tax, real estate excise tax, and levy proceeds. Next, as part of a more sweeping system of police reforms, HB 1202 would allow counties to be sued under a fairly broad definition of police misconduct. WSAC has opposed the bill based on its expansive tort liability costs and our belief that court orders are a poor way to set policy and get at underlying reform. One estimate based on risk pool data shows that costs could go up by 475% if this bill is enacted. The bill will likely be run on the House Floor any day, but we will keep working to bring the potential financial impact of the bill down, including offering an amendment that makes the award of attorneys’ fees discretionary (as opposed to mandatory). Finally, HB 1410, which reduces interest and penalties on delinquent property taxes, is set to run on the House Floor in the next few days. WSAC has supported the idea of helping homeowners who fall behind in tax payments get some help, but we have opposed the bill on the basis that it will result in a loss to local government of over $23 million per year and would apply to commercial and developer delinquencies, not just residential homeowners. WSAC supports an amendment that will make the bill apply only to homeowners, and it is expected that this will be in the final version of the bill when it passes. The Blake Decision and its Consequences We have been actively working on the Blake decision since the Supreme Court’s decision last week. Each day that passes reveals more complexity and consequences. There are a few main areas of concern that each lead to other issues that must be addressed. Court backlog due to COVID-19 is immense. It has been estimated that courts are 2-3 years behind solely because of COVID-19. This backlog is primarily due to state-imposed requirements for social distancing. In order to operate the trial court system within the criteria to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and keep all employees and participants safe, counties were forced to: set up remote virtual court operations, make modifications for in-person activities and operations, acquire or improve technology, and lease larger facilities and space or reconfigure existing courtrooms and jury rooms. Courts also anticipate a flood of eviction cases and other civil matters that have been on hold for almost a full year that will add to delays. In addition to COVID-19 impacts and unfunded increases in court responsibilities, the court system now faces a set of major policy bills pending in the Legislature. Implementation of just the eight bills introduced requires millions of dollars to be appropriated to counties in order to fund: prosecutors and defense lawyers, new appointments of counsel for parties and guardians ad litem, the provision of new and expanded services, the creation of pattern forms and resource materials, possible capital improvements, court staff, and judicial officers. If these bills pass without funding and resources to ensure their success, courts will struggle, if not fail, to fulfill these legislative mandates. This brings us to the Blake decision which creates an additional set of resource challenges for counties and courts in a yet to be determined magnitude. This decision's retroactive application requires courts to re-sentence individuals with simple possession convictions in the Department of Corrections (DOC), county jails, and under community supervision. This will be costly and may potentially re-open individual appeals, which would result in additional costs. More court time and resources will be needed to address those who want to have vacated their simple possession convictions dating back to when the statute was enacted in 1971. Legal and Financial Obligations (LFOs) that were paid as a result of a conviction for simple possession will need to be refunded. Whether this is purely a state responsibility or one that is shared with the counties is yet to be determined. This is a very real and very large hurdle. The cumulative effect of COVID-19, multiple re-sentencing bills, and the Blake decision will devastate an already hobbled court system. Counties will simply not be able to afford the significant costs cascading their way and look to the state executive branch, the Legislature, and other system partners to work together to identify operational and funding solutions to this crisis hitting the criminal and civil justice system in the state of Washington. FOLLOW US Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Instagram WSAC.org View this email in your browser Copyright © 2021 Washington State Association of Counties, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you are involved with county government. Our mailing address is: Washington State Association of Counties 206 10th Ave SE Olympia, WA 98501-1311 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. Contact Your WSAC Policy Team From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: This Week in Photos Date:Saturday, March 6, 2021 5:09:03 AM From: NACo Sent: Saturday, March 6, 2021 5:06:21 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: This Week in Photos CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? Click Here This Week in Photos NACo @NACoTweets This Week in Photos NACo President Gary Moore (top left) welcomes attendees to a networking event prior to NACo's virtual Legislative Conference. Register for the conference, which begins on Monday, here. Guilford County @GuilfordCounty This Week in Photos Guilford County, N.C. Commissioner Kay Cashion shares her top priorities during the Board of Commissioners' annual retreat. Greene County MO @GreeneCountyMO TX Conf of Urban Counties @texascuc This Week in Photos This Week in Photos At left, Greene County, Mo. Presiding Commissioner Bob Dixon leads a roundtable discussion as part of his service on NACo's Broadband Task Force, and Task Force Co-Chair J.D. Clark underscores the importance of accessible broadband at the Texas Conference of Urban Counties. William McCurdy II @CommishMcCurdy This Week in Photos Clark County, Nev. Commissioner William McCurdy II reads virtually to elementary school students during Read Across America week. Sedgwick County @SedgwickCounty This Week in Photos Sedgwick County, Kan. commissioners tour a county vaccine clinic at the former Wichita Central Library building. View NACo's vaccine management resources here. Osceola County @OsceolaCountyFl This Week in Photos Osceola County, Fla. Commissioner Viviana Janer Montgomery County @MCOhio This Week in Photos Montgomery County, Ohio Commissioners Judy (center) tours a new permanent housing complex for people experiencing homelessness and those living in hotels. Dodge and Carolyn Rice (third and fourth from left) visit a new market that offers healthier food options. SEE MORE PHOTOS 2021_Virtual-Leg-Conf_eblastAd_636_1803495.png 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 400 Washington, D.C. 20001 Did someone forward you this email? Sign up to stay up-to-date on topics affecting America’s counties! Click here to unsubscribe. From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: In Historic Win for Counties, Senate Passes Coronavirus Rescue Bill with Essential Aid Date:Saturday, March 6, 2021 1:15:00 PM From: NACo Sent: Saturday, March 6, 2021 1:14:38 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: In Historic Win for Counties, Senate Passes Coronavirus Rescue Bill with Essential Aid CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? Click Here NACo-primary-center_700px_1683049_1832951_1844665.png Vaccine-header_1815824.jpg IN HISTORIC WIN FOR COUNTIES, SENATE PASSES CORONAVIRUS RESCUE BILL WITH ESSENTIAL AID; NACo LAUNCHES NEW RESOURCE CLEARINGHOUSE In a major victory for America's counties, the State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds legislation, part of the American Rescue Plan Act, was passed today by the U.S. Senate. The bill, which NACo helped to develop and strongly advocated to pass, JOIN US MONDAY, MARCH 8, AT 5 P.M. EST FOR A NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP CALL includes $65.1 billion in direct, flexible aid for every county, parish and borough in America. With final passage in the U.S. House expected in the coming week, we will have secured significant resources to strengthen our communities by investing in small businesses and nonprofits, vaccine distribution, public health and safety, human services, especially for those suffering from domestic violence, mental illnesses and substance use disorders, and much-needed infrastructure, including access to broadband. DATE Monday, March 8 TIME 5 p.m. EST DAIL-IN RSVP to receive dial-in information. QUESTION? Email your questions to question@naco.org. Additionally, the bill includes increased support for federal public lands and forest counties, as well as other crucial investments in our local communities. To assist counties with response and recovery, we are pleased to launch the NACo COVID-19 Recovery Clearinghouse, which features timely resources for counties, including allocation estimations, examples of county programs using federal coronavirus relief funds, the latest news and more. This clearinghouse will be updated in the coming days to include more information for counties. Thank you to all those who joined our advocacy efforts. VISIT THE CLEARINGHOUSE State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Find your county's estimated allocation, allowable uses of new recovery funds, NACo's legislative analysis and more. LEARN MORE Investing CARES ACT Coronavirus Relief Funds Find examples and best practices, as well as U.S. Treasury guidance and FAQs. LEARN MORE COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Explore key considerations for county COVID-19 vaccine distribution plans. LEARN MORE QUESTIONS? We are here to help. Click below to ask a question, and NACo staff will respond via email. SHARE YOUR STORY How is your county responding to the pandemic and driving recovery in your community? Click below to share your story. ASK A QUESTION SHARE YOUR PROGRAM 2021_Virtual-Leg-Conf-Ad_652_1802832.png 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 400 Washington, D.C. 20001 Did someone forward you this email? Sign up to stay up-to-date on topics affecting America’s counties! Click here to unsubscribe. From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: 2021 NACo Virtual Legislative Conference: Join Us As We Kick Off Next Week Date:Saturday, March 6, 2021 3:35:36 PM From: NACo Sent: Saturday, March 6, 2021 3:35:05 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: 2021 NACo Virtual Legislative Conference: Join Us As We Kick Off Next Week CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? Click Here 2020 NACo Legislative Conference 2021 NACo VIRTUAL LEGISLATIVE CONFERENCE JOIN US AS WE KICK OFF NEXT WEEK Register today for the 2021 National Association of Counties (NACo) Legislative Conference. Beginning Monday, March 8, the event will take place virtually over several days throughout the month, with bonus content throughout April. The Legislative Conference brings together county elected and appointed officials to focus on federal policies that impact counties and our residents. This is a one-of-a-kind advocacy opportunity you will not want to miss. REGISTER TODAY VIEW SCHEDULE play-topv2_1804718_1844721.png WATCH NACo President Gary Moore invites county leaders to participate in #NACoLeg CONFERENCE SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE MARCH 8-12 Policy Steering Committee Meetings Advisory Committee, Standing Committee, Large Urban County Caucus and Rural Action Caucus Meetings MARCH 17-19 Board of Directors and other NACo Governance Meetings Effective Public-Private Partnerships for County Solutions NACo National Membership Call with White House Officials Seperate registration required. Click here to register. MARCH 24-26 Policy Workshops and Plenary Sessions Virtual Hill Days + BONUS CONTENT THROUGHOUT APRIL VIEW FULL SCHEDULE FEATURED SPEAKERS - WEEK ONE Explore featured speakers from week one below. Visit NACo.org/Leg for the latest updates and to register today. MONDAY U.S. Rep. Suzanne Bonamici (Ore.) Community, Economic and Workforce Development Policy Steering Committee Meeting MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 12:00 P.M. EST Carmel Martin, Deputy Director for Economic Mobility, White House Domestic Policy Council Human Services and Education Policy Steering Committee Meeting MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 1:00 P.M. EST Liz Archuleta, Director, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, U.S. Department of Agriculture Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Steering Committee Meeting MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 2:00 P.M. EST U.S. Rep. Jim Costa (Calif.) Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Steering Committee Meeting MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 2:00 P.M. EST Charles Small, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Intergovernmental Affairs, U.S. Department of Transportation Transportation Policy Steering Committee Meeting MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 3:00 P.M. EST U.S. Rep. Val Demings (Fla.) Justice and Public Safety Policy Steering Committee Meeting MONDAY, MARCH 8 | 3:30 P.M. EST TUESDAY U.S. Rep. Joyce Beatty (Ohio) Finance, Pensions and Intergovernmental Affairs Policy Steering Committee Meeting TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 1:00 P.M. EST U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider (Ill.) Finance, Pensions and Intergovernmental Affairs Policy Steering Committee Meeting TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 1:00 P.M. EST Jamie Piziali, Municipal Ombudsman, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Environment, Energy and Land Use Policy Steering Committee Meeting TUESDAY, MARCH 9 | 3:00 P.M. EST WEDNESDAY Kate Kelly, Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy, U.S. Department of the Interior Western Interstate Region (WIR) Board of Directors Meeting WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 1:30 P.M. EST Sarah Montell, Director, Intergovernmental Affairs, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Western Interstate Region (WIR) Board of Directors Meeting WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 1:30 P.M. EST U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse (Wash.) Western Interstate Region (WIR) Board of Directors Meeting WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 1:30 P.M. EST U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (Ill.) Health Policy Steering Committee Meeting WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 3:00 P.M. EST U.S. Senator Bob Casey (Pa.) Health Policy Steering Committee Meeting WEDNESDAY, MARCH 10 | 3:00 P.M. EST FRIDAY Gregory Cooke, Chief, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, Federal Communications Commission Technology and Telecommunications Policy Steering Committee Meeting FRIDAY, MARCH 12 | 2:00 P.M. EST Chris French, Associate Deputy Chief, U.S. Forest Service Public Lands Policy Steering Committee Meeting FRIDAY, MARCH 12 | 3:30 P.M. EST Chris Tollefson, Chief of External and Intergovernmental Affairs, Bureau of Land Management Public Lands Policy Steering Committee Meeting FRIDAY, MARCH 12 | 3:30 P.M. EST Stay tuned for more speaker announcements later this month. DID YOU KNOW? All NACo committee meetings are open to all NACo members – regardless of committee membership status! NACo committee meetings feature federal partners and policy experts on a wide range of county-critical topics. Click here to register one time and gain access to all events posted to the schedule. COMMITTEE MEETINGS FULL SCHEDULE PREPARE FOR YOUR ADVOCACY EFFORTS policypr_286_974757.png 2021 NACo Policy Priorities NACo works to preserve local decision making, protect counties from unfunded mandates and preemption, and strengthen the federal-state- local partnership. policypr_286_974757.png COVID-19 Recovery Clearinghouse Find the latest coronavirus news and resources, and access our legislative analysis, research, talking points and more. QUESTIONS? We're happy to help. Contact nacomeetings@naco.org or call 202.942.4292. 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 400 Washington, D.C. 20001 Did someone forward you this email? Sign up to stay up-to-date on topics affecting America’s counties! Click here to unsubscribe. From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Registration Open for the Nearshore Restoration Summit! Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 8:06:12 AM Attachments:image002.png image004.png Nearshore_Summit_Flier_Website.pdf From: Lynn Fiorillo-Lowe Sent: Monday, March 8, 2021 8:04:02 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Coastal Caucus Subject: FW: Registration Open for the Nearshore Restoration Summit! CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.Good morning, a note below from Brynn Brady! LynnLynn Fiorillo-Lowe | Operations & Support Assistant Washington State Association of Counties |wsac.orgO. 360.753.1886 | D. 360.489.3019 | C. 360.972.0370lfiorillo-lowe@wsac.org Disclaimer: Documents and correspondence are available under state law. This e-mail may be disclosable to a third-party requestor. Subject: Registration Open for the Nearshore Restoration Summit! Hello Coastal Caucus members, Please forward this opportunity to appropriate County departments/staff. __________________________ The Estuary and Salmon Restoration Program (ESRP) together with the Puget Sound Ecosystem Monitoring Program (PSEMP) is excited to open registration for the Nearshore Restoration Summit! We hope to see you there! Nearshore Restoration Summit and Synthesis March, 2021 Beaches: 3/10 – 3/11 Deltas: 3/17 – 3/18 Embayments: 3/24 – 3/25 · Zoom Registration Link · Link to ESRP Summit Information Page · Link to Speaker Schedule Broad Summit Goal: Led by the Puget Sound Ecosystem Monitoring Program (PSEMP) Nearshore Work Group and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s (WDFW) Estuary and Salmon and Restoration Program (ESRP), our goal is to connect restoration scientists and practitioners to synthesize nearshore science and restoration actions in Puget Sound to create a durable roadmap that updates restoration conceptual models and identifies key uncertainties for future research and management to address. Schematic of contributors and end users for the Nearshore Restoration Summit and Synthesis Questions? Tish Conway-Cranos (WDFW): Tish.Conway-Cranos@dfw.wa.gov Jason Toft (UW): tofty@u.washington.edu Jay Krienitz (WDFW): jay.krienitz@dfw.wa.gov -- Brynn Brady Ceiba Consulting | Martin Flynn Public Affairs, Inc. | 253.686.3387 From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Reminder: Join NACo Today at 5 P.M. EST for a National Membership Call Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 9:37:25 AM From: NACo Sent: Monday, March 8, 2021 9:36:31 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Reminder: Join NACo Today at 5 P.M. EST for a National Membership Call CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? Click Here NACo-primary-center_700px_1683049_1832951_1844665.png Vaccine-header_1815824.jpg IN HISTORIC WIN FOR COUNTIES, SENATE PASSES CORONAVIRUS RESCUE BILL WITH ESSENTIAL AID; JOIN NACo TODAY AT 5 P.M. 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LEARN MORE COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Explore key considerations for county COVID-19 vaccine distribution plans. LEARN MORE QUESTIONS? We are here to help. Click below to ask a question, and NACo staff will respond via email. SHARE YOUR STORY How is your county responding to the pandemic and driving recovery in your community? Click below to share your story. ASK A QUESTION SHARE YOUR PROGRAM 2021_Virtual-Leg-Conf-Ad_652_1802832.png 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 400 Washington, D.C. 20001 Did someone forward you this email? Sign up to stay up-to-date on topics affecting America’s counties! Click here to unsubscribe. From:Carol McCreary To:Public Comments Subject:Please consider Catherine Coleman Flowers for the ICG speaker series. Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 8:54:41 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Commissioners, The special quarterly meetings of the Intergovernmental Collaborative Group, which have featured Micheal Schuman and Charles MaMarohn, have stimulated productive conversations around key issues. I'm writing to recommend a speaker for a future meeting. Catherine Coleman Flowers is a researcher in environmental health who heads the Center for Rural Enterprise and Environmental Justice. She is a member of the current cohort of MacArthur Foundation Fellows, dubbed "geniuses" by the media. Her book Waste: One Woman's Fight against America's Dirty Secret appeared in late 2020. This superb presentation of structural racism in the United States focuses on the lives of the rural poor of Lowndes County, Alabama, with special emphasis on the period of Jim Crow to the present. The final chapters of Waste delve into the need for sanitation justice, as inadequate onsite systems have sapped the health of residents and fostered the reintroduction of hookworm, a disease once thought to be eradicated. At a recent presentation at the Boston-based Edward M. Kennedy Institute, Flowers ended her talk with a request to residents of other rural counties with failing septic systems to contact her. Access to wastewater treatment and affordable housing are intimately linked. Volunteers with the local nonprofit PHLUSH are working with the Housing Solutions Network to look into the issue. We are willing to support some of the costs of an online presentation by Catherine Coleman Flowers or an actual visit at an appropriate time. We have not, however, reached out to Ms. Flowers with an invitation. Following two white male speakers, this accomplished 63-year-old rural Black woman would bring needed diversity to the ICG series while addressing an immediate matter of concern in Jefferson County and one of particular anguish to many of our rural households. Therefore, I request the BOCC to consider inviting Catherine Coleman Flowers to share her unique understanding of American history and environmental justice with our communities. Sincerely, Carol Carol McCreary Carol McCreary, Volunteer Public Hygiene Lets Us Stay Human (PHLUSH) 1240 W. Sims Way #59, Port Townsend WA 98368 www.phlush.org @PortlandPHLUSH carol@phlush.org 503.984.4081 From:Tom Sparks To:Public Comments Subject:trying again.... Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 8:49:25 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. On Feb 15, 2021 a scheduled quiet Monday...gunfire erupted from the PT gunrange. This gunfire spoiled a beekeeping event that was schedule on that Monday, so that we would be able to enjoy some quiet, gunfire free time to discuss winter beekeeping and preparations for spring bee activity. We have asked the CC's to provide our neighborhood with a replacement quiet day for the scheduled quiet day that was ruined. Three weeks have passed and there is no word at all from the Commissioners, nor any voluntary effort by the gun club to rectify their mistakes. Sadly, this is typical...but we remain hopeful that intelligence, not stubbornness, and care and concern for the well-being of the taxpayers who pay the CC's salaries, will prevail. Despite denials to the contrary, harassment shooting continues and the entire neighborhood is getting really weary of the inaction by the Commissioners ( and staff ) on this issue. Specifically, who shoots a very loud rifle every 1-2 minutes for hours upon hours, almost every singe day? I have called a number of gun ranges, and spoke with some of the folks at these ranges and asked them if they had any shooting of this type at their ranges...the answer was no, not one range was having any kind of shooting conducted in this manner. The folks I spoke with at these ranges, were quite surprised that anyone at a range would be doing that given the constant problems that gun noise presents for most ranges. Now that SOME of the Fort Discovery issues with the county have been resolved, we hope that the Commissioners can turn their attention to the gun noise abuse that is ongoing right here in Port Townsend. Beside, it's a lot healthier to be hopeful, and have faith in our elected officials. That's why we hired them...right? Finally, ...when we're all old and frail, and flocks of Geese are flying overhead in huge big " V " formations and honking to each other, we will be able to hear that, but the range shooters who will have lost most if not all of their hearing to gunfire, will be unable to hear this magnificent melody, and that's a real loss... it does not have to be this way. t. parks From:Annette Huenke To:Public Comments Subject:3/8 comment Date:Sunday, March 7, 2021 9:42:18 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Dear Commissioners: At last week’s meeting, Philip Morley once again unnecessarily cut off my public comment, the remainder of which was an 8-word sentence. Instead of just reading it, he paused and said “And that was my timer? Okay, I’ll stop. There’s one more sentence.” With 50% more words, he explained why mine didn’t warrant a hearing. This, after having just read two letters from the same commenter. This, after his own fumbles reading through my letter chewed up the time that would have allowed him to simply finish it. Why is this allowed to happen? Remote meetings are highly undemocratic in the first place. I respectfully request that the board take appropriate steps to ensure that comments are read in their entirety if they are nearly finished when three minutes is up. Enough of our rights are being trampled on as it is. thank you. Annette Huenke Port Townsend From:Hood Canal Adventures To:Public Comments Subject:March 8th Meeting for Public Comment Date:Sunday, March 7, 2021 3:53:55 PM Attachments:March8thJCCMeeting.docx CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Attached. Christina Maloney, CEO Hood Canal Adventures 360-301-6310 Kayakbrinnon.com From:hiltgreenfield@comcast.net To:Public Comments Subject:Little League at FG this spring? Date:Wednesday, March 3, 2021 7:43:36 AM Attachments:image[1].png CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Hello! Thank you for inviting the neighbors (one at a time) to attend the Fairgrounds Stakeholders meeting. I hope this meeting continues and will always include a representative from impacted folks who live right next door. The transparency it provides, along with the sense of solidarity, is essential for citizens to feel they are respected. Does anyone know if the Little League is aware of the condition of the fields and the status of the campgrounds? It looks like the LL is trying to start up again: Thank you again for all the hard work you do. Sincerely, Lisa Greenfield, Fairgrounds neighbor (one block away) From:Jill Hamilton To:Public Comments Subject:Rural technical challenges Date:Monday, March 1, 2021 9:53:29 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. I would like to say that my husband and I plan our Monday morning around the Board of County Commissioners weekly meeting. We are disappointed that for the last few weeks we have not been able to sit in on the meetings due to "technology" challenges. We understand that internet connections in rural Jefferson County can be challenging, at best. Your meetings are so informative and we miss not having the reliable connection. This is a prime example of the need for stronger internet infrastructure for our county. We have supported this for quite some time. We know individuals within our county who can contribute to helping to resolve our problem. Please have this as a priority. Thank you for your service, you are so appreciated. Jill Hamilton From:Sonny Flores To:Joel Peterson Cc:jeffbocc; Heidi Eisenhour Subject:Discovery Bay Golf Course Homes Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 11:07:41 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. I am writing to submit my concerns in regards to the Hearing to be held on March 9th, 2021. The proposal of building 48 adjacent to the Discovery Bay Golf Course. My questions and/or concerns are as follows; 1. What has been completed in environmental studies of the proposed for handling the graywater? I understand that there will be drain ponds vs drain fields. A concern is seepage into Discovery Bay as well as the large body of water (lake) directly across from the proposed home site on Discovery Road. 2. Where will the funds come from to pay for water treatment? will there be assessed home owners taxes and/or fees by surrounding residents or fees to be paid by the proposed homeowners association . 3. Road & traffic studies appear to be out of date (2004). This proposed subdivision will impact traffic for Cape George Rd & Discovery Road. Are there plans that will be providing additional road maintenance, and if so, do the plans include an increase of homeowner taxes? 4. Open Space is another concern, the proposed homes will affect a very large area adjacent to the Larry Scott Trail. And it is to my understanding that based on County Regulations, that the Golf Course qualified as "Open Space" thus the builder met the regulation in regard to "Open Space Studies". If this is ture, this is a legal loophole in skirting around the definition of "Open Space" requirements. 5. Impact study on "Wildlife". The clearing of trees and increase in people will adversely displace the residing wildlife. Thank you for your time in this matter, and for the information in attending the Hearing March 9th @ 2 PM. Sonny & Kate Flores 723 Discovery Ridge Road 206-290-1020 From:Sonny Flores To:Joel Peterson Cc:lheisenhour@co.jefferson.wa.us; jeffbocc Subject:Homes Proposal/ Discovery Bay Golf Course Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 11:41:30 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders.  I am writing to submit my concerns in regards to the Hearing to be held on March 9th, 2021. The proposal of building 48 adjacent to the Discovery Bay Golf Course. My questions and/or concerns are as follows; 1. What has been completed in environmental studies of the proposed for handling the graywater? I understand that there will be drain ponds vs drain fields. A concern is seepage into Discovery Bay as well as the large body of water (lake) directly across from the proposed home site on Discovery Road. 2. Where will the funds come from to pay for water treatment? will there be assessed home owners taxes and/or fees by surrounding residents or fees to be paid by the proposed homeowners association . 3. Road & traffic studies appear to be out of date (2004). This proposed subdivision will impact traffic for Cape George Rd & Discovery Road. Are there plans that will be providing additional road maintenance, and if so, do the plans include an increase of homeowner taxes? 4. Open Space is another concern, the proposed homes will affect a very large area adjacent to the Larry Scott Trail. And it is to my understanding that based on County Regulations, that the Golf Course qualified as "Open Space" thus the builder met the regulation in regard to "Open Space Studies". If this is ture, this is a legal loophole in skirting around the definition of "Open Space" requirements. 5. Impact study on "Wildlife". The clearing of trees and increase in people will adversely displace the residing wildlife. Thank you for your time in this matter, and for the information in attending the Hearing March 9th @ 2 PM. Sonny & Kate Flores 723 Discovery Ridge Road 206-290-1020 Sonny From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: signing up for Community Build Project volunteerism, and a time sensitive notice about Peter"s Place tonight Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 11:45:31 AM From: Judy Alexander Sent: Monday, March 8, 2021 11:45:12 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Judith Alexander Subject: signing up for Community Build Project volunteerism, and a time sensitive notice about Peter's Place tonight CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. To ALL who have been on the volunteer list for the Community Build Project emergency shelter / transitional housing building effort: First of all, THANK YOU for any/all you did to volunteer for Peter’s Place emergency shelter / transitional housing village, now occupied! If you did not receive a hand - written thank you card, but would like one, please respond to this email by giving us your snail mail address. GOOD NEWS: We are about to launch the second village effort, hoping to start sometime in April, once the site is confirmed. We have moved our volunteer registration to a new platform, so if you want to be notified going forward, to ease our organizational efforts, you will need to sign up here: http://community- build.org/volunteer/ even if you previously mentioned you want to stay involved. I will no longer use our previous list, so respond now if you want to stay involved. It just takes 2 minutes. Our next village effort is estimated to take about 3 months. We are emphasizing efficiencies in our planning, with smaller teams building individual shelters, using a “production mode” approach. More specifics will follow closer to launch time, for those who register. Lastly, if you have not seen the locally produced video called Peter’s Place, about the village building effort, it is featured TONIGHT on Meaningful Movies but to see it you need to register ahead of time, here: https://meaningfulmoviespt.simpletix.com/e/64999 The movie is followed by a panel of leaders involved in making the village happen, for Q & A. From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Jefferson County Community Leadership Awards Nominations Closing Soon Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 1:35:34 PM From: The Chamber of Jefferson County Sent: Monday, March 8, 2021 1:35:18 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Jefferson County Community Leadership Awards Nominations Closing Soon CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. www.jeffcountychamber.org 360.385.7869 director@jeffcountychamber.org Nominations Closing Soon! 2021 Jefferson County Community Leadership Awards Nominations Open through March 15th! Nominate NOW! Business Leader of the Year Presented to an individual who demonstrates a history of vision, service and leadership for the betterment of the Jefferson County Community. This individual has built a legacy of developing other leaders along the way. They have established a reputation of character, trust and leadership for others to emulate. Citizen of the Year Presented to an individual whose extraordinary public service has made a positive impact on the community. This individual has chosen to give back to the community and serve others. The Jefferson County community is a better place because of the efforts of this individual. Rising Entrepreneur Presented to an individual who demonstrates a commitment to business and Economic Development. This individual embodies the entrepreneurial spirit and innovative thinking that will lead Jefferson County to sustained economic prosperity. The contribution and leadership of this individual is a catalyst for job creation, smart growth/development, or economic improvement in Jefferson County. Young Professional of the Year Awarded to a young professional who demonstrates excellence, creativity, and valuable service in their business to improve the quality of life for others in the community. They serve as a role model for their peers and our community youth. Future Business Leader (Youth) Awarded to a graduating High School Senior who displays leadership qualities everyday qualities like honesty, integrity, dependability, respectfulness, and compassion. This student succeeds in academics as well as community service and serves as a role model for their p Nominate NOW! www.jeffcountychamber.org Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce | 2409 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Unsubscribe kdean@co.jefferson.wa.us Update Profile | Customer Contact Data Notice Sent by director@jeffcountychamber.org powered by Try email marketing for free today! From:Robert Gash To:jeffbocc; kcollins@jeffpud.org; dtoepper@jeffpud.org Subject:Jefferson Broadband: Missing an opportunity in 2021? Date:Monday, March 8, 2021 8:18:24 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Kenneth, Dan, Kate, Heidi, and Greg: In December, I joined a town hall hosted by Representative Kilmer’s office, where once again the rural broadband gap came up. I had flashbacks to five years ago when Kenneth and I met during a community broadband meeting here in Brinnon. I was the technical lead who designed the network we were to build (and which NOPDC ultimately did.) 2021 is shaping up to be a big year for federal broadband subsidies, with a real focus on equity and access. The winners will be someone with a viable plan. I haven't seen much progress on the county broadband. Unlike a lot of communities, good connectivity isn’t far. The BPA lines host the NoaNET fiber; private fiber covers much of the north county. Most of us actually live within a few miles, but it's too hard to tap. I think there’s a simpler approach: focus on building the “middle mile” backbone, and to make it available to smaller local companies and incumbents alike. By reducing the distance Internet signals travel in the air, congestion drops and speeds increase. Modern networks even make it viable to provide gigabit class speed at short range. I’d like to step up and volunteer the technical and leadership expertise if it's relevant. (I designed the community network we were planning to fund here in Brinnon.) How can I help? -Robert Gash Brinnon, WA PS: I should give credit to Leo at NOPDC, who has done more than anyone to help the south county. Unfortunately, even he has limited tools available. You can only do so much bouncing a signal on unlicensed spectrum. donate // learn more From:Kurt Beardslee To:jeffbocc Subject:Sign the Petition to Legalize Fish Traps! Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 1:39:36 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. SIGN THE PETITION Ask WDFW Director Kelly Susewind: Legalize Sustainable Commercial Fishing in the lower Columbia River. Wild Fish Enthusiast, Since 1934, commercial fishers on the Columbia River have been limited to two options— fish with gill nets known to harm wild salmon and steelhead recovery or don’t fish at all. This dilemma is exactly what motivated Wild Fish Conservancy to invest nearly a decade developing, researching, and evaluating alternatives to gill nets that can help aid wild fish recovery while expanding sustainable fishing opportunities for commercial fishers— a win-win for wild salmon, steelhead, orcas, and coastal economies alike. With your support, our research has shown the outstanding ability of fish traps to safely release wild salmon and steelhead with nearly 100% survival rates, while allowing fishers to selective target robust hatchery stocks on the Columbia River. What's more, fish traps show the greatest potential of any other gear type to further improve to completely eliminate bycatch mortality for all wild salmon and steelhead. Now, WDFW is considering taking a truly historic step forward to legalize fish traps at a broader scale in the lower Columbia River through the Emerging Commercial Fishery designation. By signing the petition to WDFW's Director, you are helping demonstrate the growing momentum and public support for the legalization of fish traps as an alternative to gill nets, and ensuring that fishers who strive to fish more sustainably have strong advocates during this important decision-making process. Share the petition with other wild fish advocates with one click! Like & share on Facebook Retweet SIGN THE PETITION Forward this Email to a friend ALREADY ADDED YOUR NAME TO THE PETITION? THANK YOU! Here's another important action you can take to support the recovery of wild fish & the revitalization of coastal economies Please consider drafting a short email or leaving a brief phone message for WDFW's Director sharing why you support legalizing commercial fish traps. Whether you are a consumer, commercial fisher, angler, chef, or you just simply care about the recovery of wild salmon, steelhead, and orcas, sharing your opinion and support for fish traps will help ensure WDFW takes this historic step forward to legalize sustainable fishing. If you're not sure what to say or how to contact the Director, we've got you covered! Click below and check out 'ACTION 2' for a guide on how to contact WDFW's Director and talking points to consider. Fish Trap Journal: March Features A virtual field journal dedicated to sharing stories, research, photos, and updates about WFC's fish trap projects. Legalizing Sustainability WDFW weighs legalizing fish traps through the Emerging Commercial Fishery process. Read the article. New Beginnings Last month, we broke ground on a new Oregon fish trap on the Lower Columbia River. Read the article. wildfishconservancy.org Copyright © 2021 Wild Fish Conservancy, All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Wild Fish Conservancy PO Box 402 LEARN HOW TO CONTACT WDFW Donate & Support This Research Duvall, Wa 98019 Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list. From:Brian Kuh To:jeffbocc Cc:Philip Morley; "Ben Bauermeister" Subject:Yesterday"s ADO Discussion Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 1:57:59 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Good afternoon Commissioners – Thank you for your thoughtful discussion at yesterday afternoon’s BOCC meeting regarding the pending ADO designation. While I look forward to any subsequent outreach you may consider, I wanted to let you know that I had listened along to the discussion and have a clear sense of what is important to the BOCC in regard to a collaborative proposal from both the EDC and the Port. That is our goal as well. Again, I’m happy to speak further if anyone is compelled to prior to tomorrow’s Port Commission meetings, but otherwise wanted you to know that I received your comments well. Cheers, Brian Kuh Executive Director 2409 Jefferson St, Port Townsend WA 98368 Office: (360) 379-4693 Cell: (360) 406-1123 edcteamjefferson.org Special COVID-19 resources for businesses can be found at edcteamjefferson.org/covid19 From:T3 Outreach To:T3 Outreach Cc:Teodora Minkova (teodora.minkova@dnr.wa.gov); Bernard T. Bormann Subject:Update and Invitation for the T3 Experiment on the Olympic Experimental State Forest Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 2:52:49 PM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Greetings, We are reaching out to share our progress on a landscape-scale forestry experiment on the Olympic Experimental State Forest (OESF), called the “Large Scale Integrated Management Experiment” or T3 Experiment, for short – and to share future opportunities to be involved as the study moves forward. See below for an invitation to participate in future learning and collaboration. Overview Over the past several years, a team led by Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and University of Washington’s Olympic Natural Resources Center (ONRC) has developed a landscape-scale forest experiment working to identify forest management strategies that increase benefits to communities and forests. The Washington State Legislature has committed funding to this project recognizing the value of this research to local communities and statewide priorities. Within the context of DNR’s Adaptive Management Program, research questions have been developed to address key uncertainties and inform DNR decisionmakers as they improve planning and operations. The experiment will compare outcomes from three forest management strategies and a “no action control” across 16 watersheds in the OESF. Using a randomized block design, we will contrast current DNR management practices against possible alternative practices. These alternative strategies were developed from far-ranging discussions with stakeholders, managers, and scientists. They include thinnings and small gaps to increase riparian forest diversity and improve salmon habitat and food supply, and also alder and cedar rotations to provide additional cultural and economic benefits. The experiment has been designed to reflect a range of ideas about forest management so we can learn together as we monitor results and compare benefits to communities and forests. The study takes place on 20,000 acres on the western side of the Olympic Peninsula, mainly in the Clearwater River drainage, as well as in the Hoh drainage in Jefferson County. Each selected watershed is at least 500 acres, drains in a fish-bearing (Type 3 or T3 stream) and is managed mostly by DNR. The watersheds include steep slopes common across the OESF and various proportions of second-growth and younger forest stands, as well as some older or old- growth forest. The treatments will be implemented as part of DNR’s Olympic Region timber sale program on about 13% of each of the 12 treated watersheds. The experiment will look at responses to riparian and upland silviculture at multiple scales, including forest stands, stream reaches, sub- catchments, and entire watersheds. Ecological, economic, and social responses will be monitored, and trade-off analyses will provide information to inform future land management decisions. To the extent possible, the study findings will be extrapolated to all state trust lands in the OESF and potentially beyond, to evaluate broader benefits to communities and forests. Progress and Next Steps We began discussing early ideas for this study with stakeholders and managers in 2016. In 2017, we reached out and collaborated with scientists from other institutions, including the University of Washington, Washington State University, Oregon State University, Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station, and NOAA Fisheries. In 2019, we secured funding from the Washington State Legislature and from multiple grants, and now we are in the final stages of completing the study plans and initiating timber sale planning. We anticipate the timber sales packets to be prepared over the next 6-9 months and harvest to take place late 2021-2023. An Invitation to Learn Together DNR and ONRC are committed to ongoing partnerships with local communities, tribes, regional stakeholders, and potential research partners – who can all help us get the most value from this ambitious and complex project. We believe that a focus on learning together will provide a deeper understanding of sustainable forest management and allow us to identify management strategies that have the greatest benefit for communities and forests. Within the context of DNR’s Adaptive Management Program, any future changes to management will be made by DNR managers. However, the study and emphasis on collaborative learning have been designed to inform future decisions. This project aims to promote learning among people with diverse perspectives and to build capacity for understanding and applying scientific concepts. We are planning a series of meetings and field tours over the next three years, including the potential to participate in field data collection and virtual discussions. We are also interested in forming a collaborative learning team, made up of people who are willing and able to participate consistently in meetings and field tours throughout the project and to provide feedback on the collaborative learning process. Please let us know if you are interested in joining a collaborative learning team. We will be in touch soon with more updates and an estimated timeline for opportunities to participate throughout the project. You are receiving this email because you have shown an interest in forestry research or natural resource management on the Olympic Peninsula or have been recommended by a colleague. We hope to be as inclusive as possible with our communications. Please let us know if there is anyone we should include in these updates or if you no longer wish to receive emails from us. Questions Please feel free to reach out to our team at T3Team@uw.edu with any questions or to suggest other people to include in our outreach. You can also read about the T3 Study in a feature article in the OESF’s newsletter The Learning Forest and on the ONRC’s website. Thank you for your interest, Bernard Bormann Professor of Forest Ecosystems and Director Olympic Natural Resources Center School of Environmental and Forest Sciences, College of the Environment University of Washington bormann@uw.edu Teodora Minkova Research and Monitoring Manager for Olympic Experimental State Forest Forest Resources Division Washington State Department of Natural Resources teodora.minkova@dnr.wa.gov From:Greg Brotherton To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Join Dr. Berry on Coffee with Colleen this Wednesday Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 8:17:48 AM From: Clallam EDC Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 8:03:31 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton Subject: Join Dr. Berry on Coffee with Colleen this Wednesday CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Join Dr. Berry on Coffee with Colleen Wednesday Morning at 8am to learn about Clallam County's approach to Phasing Dr. Berry will be joining us to provide Insights into the process as to how Dr. Berry's office interacts with the state andGov office and DOH and their approach to recommendations.The latest on regional public health boards and the impact on our county.More information on Phase 2 protocols.Insights into the Metrics of Phase 3.An update on the state allocated vaccines Please join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89474510306? pwd=VlIrRHh5RG1nYVh3V3JXRzFSMmRodz09 Meeting ID: 894 7451 0306 Passcode: 187447 One tap mobile +12532158782,,89474510306#,,,,*187447# US (Tacoma) +13462487799,,89474510306#,,,,*187447# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Meeting ID: 894 7451 0306 Passcode: 187447 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kd6ZsedAQi Consumer Goods Digital Strategy 2021 One Hour Free Class: Do you have a product that you would like to sell outside of the United States? Do you have any export-related questions? Hosted by the Consumer Goods Trade Specialist at the Washington State US Export Assistance Center. WA State Department of Commerce are offering up to $10,000 towards website globalization/localization services. • Learn about government programs for US companies who export • Discover the basics of digital strategy for eCommerce • Get a preview of the Website Globalization Review (WGR) Gap Analysis* • Qualify for up to $6,000 in grant funding to globalize your website • Enjoy a customized event, tailored to the Consumer Goods sector in WA When: March 24th, 10-11am Register here More Information can be found here. Doing Business with Our Local Governments Infrastructure funding is expected to be at an all time high in the next few years! We're here to help you get your small business ready to win these contracts. Over $100M will be spent in Clallam County by the WA State Dept of Transportation over the next two years to remove fish barriers across our state highways. Your EDC in partnership with the Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and USDoT Northwest Small Business Transportation Resource Center will be hosting weekly FREE technical classes for a month beginning on March 31st. Over $100M will be spent in Clallam County by the WA State Dept of Transportation over the next two years to remove fish barriers across our state highways. More information to follow. If you would like more information on these courses, please contact us at info@clallam.org. Choose Clallam First | ChooseClallamFirst.com ‌ Clallam County Economic Development Council | 338 W 1st St., Suite 105, Port Angeles, WA 98362 Unsubscribe gbrotherton@co.jefferson.wa.us Update Profile | Customer Contact Data Notice Sent by info@clallam.org powered by Try email marketing for free today! From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Upcoming Webinars: Public Works Contracting, Purchase/Service Contracts, Comp Plan Housing Element Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:45:54 AM From: MRSC Webinars Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 9:45:32 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Upcoming Webinars: Public Works Contracting, Purchase/Service Contracts, Comp Plan Housing Element CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Join us for our local government webinars! MRSC's webinars provide valuable training opportunities and certification credits for local government staff and officials across Washington State. Below are some of our upcoming events. You can also find this information on our website under Training. All pre-registered attendees get access to the recorded webinar a day after the broadcast. UPCOMING WEBINARS Scholarship information: Training scholarships may be available for some webinars. Information about specific scholarship or reimbursement programs will be posted on each webinar page if applicable; also see our Training Scholarships page for general scholarship opportunities. What to Consider When Closing Out a Public Works Contract March 24, 10 AM - 11:30 AM Learn More and Register This webinar will provide key considerations in the closeout process for public works contracts, including documentation requirements, relevant statutes, release of bonds, and how to address possible disruptions to the process. Credits: APWA-CAEC Cost: $35 FREE: Developing an Effective Housing Element March 25, 1 PM - 2:30 PM Learn More and Register The housing element of a comprehensive plan, which is required for those jurisdictions planning under the Growth Management Act, is integral to developing housing policies to meet your community's needs. This free webinar will cover the state Department of Commerce's recent guidance on how to develop an effective housing element. Cost: FREE A Review of Purchasing Practices and Service Contracting April 7, 10 AM - 11:30 AM Learn More and Register This webinar will review the practices followed for acquiring materials, supplies, and equipment (including the use of a vendor roster), as well as guidelines for securing general services and architecture and engineering (A&E) services. 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COVID-19 NEWSLETTER In Historic Win for Counties, Senate Passes Coronavirus Rescue Bill with Essential Aid In a major victory for America's counties, the State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds legislation, part of the American Rescue Plan Act, was passed today by the U.S. Senate. The bill, which NACo helped to develop and strongly advocated to pass, includes $65.1 billion in direct, flexible aid for every county, parish and borough in America. Read more Announcements and Resources STATE Washington Hits Goal of Administering 45,000 Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine Per Day As of March 3, an average of 45,221 COVID-19 vaccine doses have been given and reported each day over the past seven days. This achievement is proof DOH and our partners continue to make progress with COVID-19 vaccine distribution and administration efforts. More than 1,865,640 doses of vaccine have been given and reported across the state, which is more than 77% of the 2,414,000 doses that have been delivered to our providers and long-term care programs. Read more More than 2 Million Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine Administered in Washington The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) announced today that health care providers have given more than two million doses of COVID-19 vaccine since rollout began in mid-December. This milestone follows several major achievements in the past week, including reaching the state’s goal of giving 45,000 doses of vaccine per day and approaching 100,000 doses of vaccine administered at four state-led mass vaccination sites in just six weeks. The state has enrolled almost 1400 provider facilities to give COVID-19 vaccines. As of March 8, providers have given more than 80% of the vaccine doses delivered in the state—up from 29% in early January. Read more Moving into Phase 1B-2: Critical Workers, Pregnant People Eligible for COVID-19 Vaccine in Late March Changes to who is eligible are projected to begin on March 22, when the state will include those in Phase 1B-2, making more people eligible to receive this life-saving vaccine. 1B-2 will now include all the high-risk critical workers in certain congregate settings, and there will be no age distinction among them. This essentially means that 1B-2 will include all the critical workers who were previously in phases 1B-2 and 1B-4. DOH will also open 1B-2 eligibility to people 16 and over who are pregnant or have certain disabilities that greatly increase risk of severe illness from COVID-19. Read more Kreidler Extends Emergency Order on Telehealth to April 4 Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler extended his emergency order directing all state-regulated health insurers to make additional coverage changes to aid consumers during the coronavirus pandemic. Read more EMPLOYMENT Weekly New Unemployment Claims Report During the week of February 21 - 27, there were 12,958 initial regular unemployment claims (down 7.7 percent from the prior week) and 459,328 total claims for all unemployment benefit categories (down 0.6 percent from the prior week) filed by Washingtonians, according to the Employment Security Department (ESD). Read more TIP OF THE DAY What to Know About the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is the third vaccine is authorized for emergency use in the United States. It joins the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines in the fight against Coronavirus. And its arrival will soon make an impact on our state’s supply. Read more VIRTUAL MEETINGS March 15, 12:00 pm | Virtual Assembly Register View this email in your browser This email was sent to Kdean@co.jefferson.wa.us | Why did I get this? Want to change how you receive these emails? Update your preferences | Unsubscribe from this list Copyright © 2021 WSAC, All rights reserved. 206 10th Ave SE · Olympia, WA 98501-1311 · USA | Contact Us From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: County News Now – March 9, 2021 Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 3:53:09 PM From: NACo County News Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 3:52:48 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: County News Now – March 9, 2021 CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? Click Here County News March 9, 2021 CN-Now-3-9-(6)_1847822.jpg Senate passes American Rescue Plan, NACo launches COVID-19 Recovery Clearinghouse With final passage in the U.S. House imminent, NACo has launched the COVID-19 Recovery Clearinghouse, which houses critical resources for counties, including allocation estimations, examples of county programs using federal coronavirus relief funds, the latest news and more. READ MORE County News coverage of the 2021 NACo Legislative Conference The first-even virtual Legislative Conference started March 8 with meetings of the Transportation and Infrastructure; Community, Economic and Workforce Development; Justice and Public Safety; Human Services and Education and Agriculture and Rural Affairs steering committes. Read more County health departments seek more vaccines through state allocation process The nation is undertaking its biggest vaccine effort in history and the process for allocating doses has raised some challenges for counties. Read more CN-Now-3-9-(4)_1847744.jpg Counties need to address critical Microsoft Exchange server vulnerabilities Government agencies and businesses in the United States that use an on-premises Microsoft email service have been compromised in an aggressive hacking campaign that was likely sponsored by the Chinese government, according to Microsoft. Read more MORE COUNTY NEWS Legislative Updates FDA issues an emergency use authorization for a third COVID-19 vaccine The FDA’s Feb. 27 emergency use authorization for Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine offers a third approved COVID-19 vaccine, and the first approved vaccine that requires only one dose. Read more House Appropriations Subcommittee holds CN-Now-3-9-(4)_1847744.jpg hearing on the state of national public health infrastructure The hearing focused on the needs of state and local public health agencies, both during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more CN-Now-3-9-(4)_1847744.jpg House passes National Apprenticeship Act of 2021 The National Apprenticeship Act would invest $3.5 billion over five years to expand registered apprenticeship, youth apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs. Read more MORE NEWS SPONSORED CONTENT Case Study: Sacramento County simplifies telematics with California State Contract Read how Sacramento County adopted Geotab's California State Contract to simplify their telematics procurement process. Here are a few ways they've benefitted from the State Contract: Telematics devices and installation at no extra cost Automated smog checks and $50 per vehicle in savings Rightsizing their motorpool with Geotab's Keyless solution READ MORE AIT Bridges The Latest From NACo COVID-19 vaccine response programs: Communicating with hard-to-reach populations Counties have relied on Access Live™ technology to communicate with citizens about the vaccine, its efficacy and plans to distribute it. Elucd joins Zencity to expand services in county space Elucd allows local government and law enforcement agencies across the country to run community surveys easily and effectively. CN-Now-3-9-(4)_1847744.jpg NACo Virtual Exhibit Hall Showcase Don't forget to attend the NACo Virtual Exhibit Hall Showcase on Thursday, March 18. Featuring NACo's Corporate Premier Partners and county leaders, learn how your colleagues have tackled county issues head on. You can find the full detailed schedule here under Governance Week. NKN_Banner_collection_CN-now(1)_1729551.png MAR 11 WEBINAR NACo National Membership Call 4:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. EST MAR 18 WEBINAR SLLC Supreme Court Midterm Webinar 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. EDT MAR 18 WEBINAR NACo National Membership Call with White House Officials 2 p.m. EDT MAR 31 CONFERENCE Spring CIO Forum: Technology Essentials for the New Norm 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. EDT MORE EVENTS Leg_Conf_header_v2_1801228_1816529.jpg 660 North Capitol Street, NW, Suite 400 Washington, D.C. 20001 Did someone forward you this email? Sign up to stay up-to-date on topics affecting America's counties! Click here to unsubscribe. View this email in your browser Your action is needed for environmental justice in Washington. This Friday, 3/12, SB 5141 will be discussed in a public hearing. Please sign up now to support this bill, or write in support! From:WA Wildlife & Recreation Coalition To:jeffbocc Subject:Action Alert: SB 5141 on Friday! Date:Wednesday, March 10, 2021 8:00:11 AM CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. SB 5141 Implementing the recommendations of the environmental justice task force. Why the Coalition supports this bill: We believe that all Washingtonians deserve equitable access to the outdoors, regardless of your income or skin color. But we also know that this isn't the reality today. Study after study has shown that people of color disproportionately suffer from environmental injustice, from increased exposure to hazards at one end of the spectrum to limited recreation opportunities at the other. This bill would pave the way for improving the health of all Washingtonians by implementing the recommendations of the environmental justice task force. 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You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list From:Philip Morley To:Brian Kuh; jeffbocc Cc:"Ben Bauermeister" Subject:RE: Yesterday"s ADO Discussion Date:Wednesday, March 10, 2021 9:51:22 AM Thank you Brian! Philip Philip Morley Jefferson County Administrator pmorley@co.jefferson.wa.us (360) 385-9100 x-383 This is a reminder that all email to or from this email address may be subject to the Public Records Act contained in RCW 42.56. Additionally, all email to and from the county is captured and archived by Information Services. From: Brian Kuh <director@edcteamjefferson.org> Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 1:58 PM To: jeffbocc <jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us> Cc: Philip Morley <pmorley@co.jefferson.wa.us>; 'Ben Bauermeister' <ben@bauermeister.com> Subject: Yesterday's ADO Discussion Good afternoon Commissioners – Thank you for your thoughtful discussion at yesterday afternoon’s BOCC meeting regarding the pending ADO designation. While I look forward to any subsequent outreach you may consider, I wanted to let you know that I had listened along to the discussion and have a clear sense of what is important to the BOCC in regard to a collaborative proposal from both the EDC and the Port. That is our goal as well. Again, I’m happy to speak further if anyone is compelled to prior to tomorrow’s Port Commission meetings, but otherwise wanted you to know that I received your comments well. Cheers, Brian Kuh Executive Director 2409 Jefferson St, Port Townsend WA 98368 Office: (360) 379-4693 Cell: (360) 406-1123 edcteamjefferson.org Special COVID-19 resources for businesses can be found at edcteamjefferson.org/covid19 From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Please join us tomorrow, Wednesday for David Hurn, QVSA Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 4:50:34 PM From: director@forkswa.com Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 4:50:17 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Please join us tomorrow, Wednesday for David Hurn, QVSA CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Dear Kate Dean , Please join us tomorrow, Wednesday, March 10th when we welcome David Hurn, to talk about the annual Quillayute Valley Scholarship Auction! The QVSA was the first event impacted last year when Forks, and the world, shut down. David rose to the occasion and made the annual event an incredible success and set the bar for other virtual events throughout the year. Because of volunteers like David (our 2020 Volunteer of the Year) Forks continues to thrive as a community. Our meeting takes place online Noon – 1pm and is open to the public and all are welcome to attend. You can join the meeting with this recurring link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84599423539?pwd=aGlFWGYvQjRUeWdOM0hNTVc5MlM0QT09 Meeting ID: 845 9942 3539 Passcode: 912775 One tap mobile +12532158782,,84599423539#,,,,,,0#,,912775# US (Tacoma) +16699009128,,84599423539#,,,,,,0#,,912775# US (San Jose) Upcoming Programs March 10 – David Hurn, Quillayute Valley Scholarship Auction March 17 – TBA March 24 – TBA March 31 – April Business Meeting and program TBA April 7 – Congressman Derek Kilmer FROM CLALLAM EDC Join Dr. Berry on Coffee with Colleen Wednesday Morning at 8am to learn about Clallam County's approach to Phasing Dr. Berry will be joining us to provide · Insights into the process as to how Dr. Berry's office interacts with the state and Gov office and DOH and their approach to recommendations. · The latest on regional public health boards and the impact on our county. · More information on Phase 2 protocols. · Insights into the Metrics of Phase 3. · An update on the state allocated vaccines Please join us: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89474510306? pwd=VlIrRHh5RG1nYVh3V3JXRzFSMmRodz09 Meeting ID: 894 7451 0306 Passcode: 187447 One tap mobile +12532158782,,89474510306#,,,,*187447# US (Tacoma) +13462487799,,89474510306#,,,,*187447# US (Houston) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 929 205 6099 US (New York) +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) Meeting ID: 894 7451 0306 Passcode: 187447 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kd6ZsedAQi Consumer Goods Digital Strategy 2021 One Hour Free Class: Do you have a product that you would like to sell outside of the United States? Do you have any export-related questions? Hosted by the Consumer Goods Trade Specialist at the Washington State US Export Assistance Center. WA State Department of Commerce are offering up to $10,000 towards website globalization/localization services. • Learn about government programs for US companies who export • Discover the basics of digital strategy for eCommerce • Get a preview of the Website Globalization Review (WGR) Gap Analysis* • Qualify for up to $6,000 in grant funding to globalize your website • Enjoy a customized event, tailored to the Consumer Goods sector in WA When: March 24th, 10-11am Register here More Information can be found here. Doing Business with Our Local Governments Infrastructure funding is expected to be at an all-time high in the next few years! We're here to help you get your small business ready to win these contracts. Over $100M will be spent in Clallam County by the WA State Dept of Transportation over the next two years to remove fish barriers across our state highways. Your EDC in partnership with the Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) and USDoT Northwest Small Business Transportation Resource Center will be hosting weekly FREE technical classes for a month beginning on March 31st. Over $100M will be spent in Clallam County by the WA State Dept of Transportation over the next two years to remove fish barriers across our state highways. More information to follow. If you would like more information on these courses, please contact us at info@clallam.org. CHAMBER RENEWALS for 2021 were due on January 31st. We are in the process of delivering/mailing the certificates. Please let us know if you do not receive yours. If you have not paid, we have a grace period so don’t worry! Please feel free to contact me with questions. We accept cash, check, and credit cards (we can take your card over the phone or send you a PayPal invoice). We appreciate your continued support! Chamber News… FOREVER TWILIGHT IN FORKS FESTIVAL We are so excited to announce that our annual event, Forever Twilight in Forks Festival slated for September 9-12, 2021 has sold out of our VIT Ticket. Normally we would not sell out this early in the year but have due to the cancellation of last year’s events and the fact that most people held onto their tickets and applied them to 2021. There is great news though - we have created a waiting list for tickets and in the past, we have been able to accommodate everyone wanting a ticket! Also, we have individual party tickets available, and tons of free events. Please see our schedule on this link https://forkswa.com/wp-content/uploads/pdf/FTFSchedule.pdf FORKS VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER (VIC) We are open with a modified foyer to help visitors. We can help one group at a time (up to 4 people) inside the visitor center and we will be open Monday through Saturday 10 am – 4 pm and Sunday 11 am – 4 pm through the winter. FOREVER TWILIGHT IN FORKS COLLECTION Forever Twilight in Forks Collection is open our regular winter hours, Fridays and Saturdays Noon – 4pm (last showing/entry is at 3:30pm). We also do tours Sunday – Thursday with advance notice. Please see link for more details. EVENTS PAGE We are in the process of repopulating our events page. We accept online and in-person events (events allowed in Phase 2). If you have an event you would like share, please send it to events@ForksWA.com. FORKS CHAMBER STAFF DIRECTORY Lissy Andros, executive director (I will be on vacation from April 2-13, returning on April 14th) Rob Hunter, VIC staff member and assistant to the E.D. Rob handles all of our visitor correspondence and administrative duties for the Chamber, and the online store. Gay Bunnell, Forever Twilight in Forks Collection and VIC staff member. Gay is our lead staff member at the Collection, including maintaining the records for the exhibits. She is in charge of procuring our brochures, maps, and information for the VIC. Kari Larson, VIC staff member. Kari is in charge of ordering our merchandise and sending out visitor packets. Susie Michels, IT Manager. Susie runs our website and handles all technical issues. PPP, EIDL and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Best regards, Lissy Lissy Andros, Executive Director Forks Chamber of Commerce 1411 S. Forks Avenue Forks, WA 98331 360-374-2531 office 903-360-4449 cell From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Homeless presentation Date:Tuesday, March 9, 2021 4:56:26 PM Attachments:OlyCAP Presentation to Rotary 3.9.21.pptx From: Cherish Cronmiller Sent: Tuesday, March 9, 2021 4:55:31 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean; Greg Brotherton Subject: Homeless presentation CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. I gave to rotary today; has some links/graphs/law you may find useful. Just FYI, no response needed. - Cherish L. Cronmiller From:Kate Dean To:Julie Shannon Subject:FW: Join NACo Tomorrow at 4:30 P.M. EST for a National Membership Call Date:Wednesday, March 10, 2021 1:44:16 PM From: NACo Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 2021 1:44:07 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Join NACo Tomorrow at 4:30 P.M. EST for a National Membership Call CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Having trouble viewing this email? Click Here NACo-primary-center_700px_1683049_1832951_1844665.png Vaccine-header_1815824.jpg CORONAVIRUS RESCUE BILL WITH ESSENTIAL AID PASSES FINAL HOUSE VOTE; JOIN NACo TOMORROW AT 4:30 P.M. EST FOR NATIONAL CALL In a major victory for America's counties, the State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds legislation, part of the American Rescue Plan Act, is heading to President Biden’s desk for his signature. JOIN US TOMORROW AT 4:30 P.M. EST FOR A NATIONAL The bill includes $65.1 billion in direct, flexible aid to every county in America, as well as other crucial investments in local communities. We have secured significant resources to strengthen our communities by investing in small businesses and nonprofits, vaccine distribution, public health and safety, human services, especially for those suffering from domestic violence, mental illnesses and substance use disorders, and much-needed infrastructure, including access to broadband. MEMBERSHIP CALL DATE TOMORROW, March 11 TIME 4:30 p.m. EST DAIL-IN RSVP to receive dial-in information. QUESTION? Email your questions to question@naco.org. Additionally, the bill includes increased support for federal public lands and forest counties, as well as other crucial investments in our local communities. To assist counties with response and recovery, we are pleased to launch the NACo COVID-19 Recovery Clearinghouse, which features timely resources for counties, including allocation estimations, examples of county programs using federal coronavirus relief funds, the latest news and more. This clearinghouse will be updated in the coming days to include more information for counties. Thank you to all those who joined our advocacy efforts. VISIT THE CLEARINGHOUSE State & Local Fiscal Recovery Funds Find your county's estimated allocation, allowable uses of new recovery funds, NACo's legislative analysis and more. LEARN MORE Investing CARES ACT Coronavirus Relief Funds Find examples and best practices, as well as U.S. Treasury guidance and FAQs. LEARN MORE COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Explore key considerations for county COVID-19 vaccine distribution plans. LEARN MORE QUESTIONS? We are here to help. Click below to ask a question, and NACo staff will respond via email. SHARE YOUR STORY How is your county responding to the pandemic and driving recovery in your community? Click below to share your story. 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