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Jefferson County
Board of Commissioners
Agenda Request
To: Board of Commissioners
Philip Morley, County Administrator
From: Monte Reinders, Public Works Director/County Engineer
Agenda Date: April 12, 2021 `C/
Subject: Update of Parks Ordinance Workshop
Statement of Issue:
The parks and recreation ordinance has been updated to combine two redundant chapters,
comport with the revised animal control ordinance, eliminate unnecessary sections, and
include new sections on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS, Drones), and metal detecting. The
draft ordinance will be presented to the board in a workshop format for comment,
recommendations, and approval to prepare notice of hearing.
Analysis/Strategic Goals/Pro's &t Con's:
The updated ordinance will be in accord with the updated animal control ordinance, clearer,
and simpler. The ordinance will help protect park resources and guide user behavior and
activities. The updated ordinance is better aligned with the park ordinances of our
neighboring counties and the state parks.
Fiscal Impact/Cost Benefit Analysis:
Staff hours to update and implement changes in draft legislation.
Recommendation:
Discuss, make recommendations, and possible approval to prepare notice of hearing.
Department Contact:
Matt Tyler
Revie d By:
hilip Mort y, unty Administrator Date
DRAFT Chapter 12.25
COUNTY PARKS
Sections:
12.25.010 Purpose.
12.25.020 Definitions.
12.25.030 Scope.
12.25.040 Park use.
12.25.050 Park hours and closures.
12.25.060 Camping.
12.25.100 Concessions and vending.
12.25.110 Fire safety.
12.25.120 Sanitation required.
12.25.130 Water contamination.
12.25.140 Illegal deposit of bodily waste.
12.25.150 Noise.
12.25.160 Public address systems.
12.25.170 Firearms and bows and arrows.
12.25.180 Fireworks prohibited.
12.25.190 Animals.
12.25.200 Horseback riding.
12.25.210 Motor vehicles.
12.25.220 Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and remotely-controlled vessels and
vehicles.
12.25.230 Metal detecting.
12.25.240 Religious services or groups.
12.25.250 Preservation of public property.
12.25.260 Trespass from park to private property prohibited.
12.25.270 Other prohibited conduct at parks.
12.25.280 Enforcement.
12.25.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to establish rules and regulations regarding the care, control,
supervision, and operation of all county park lands and their use. [Ord. 3-83 § 1]
12.25.020 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following words shall have the meanings as stated:
(1) “Board” means the Jefferson County board of commissioners.
(2) “Camper” means a motorized vehicle containing sleeping and/or housekeeping
accommodations, and shall include a pickup truck with camper, a van-type body, a converted bus, or
any similar type vehicle.
(3) “Camping” means erecting a tent or shelter or arranging bedding or both or parking a trailer,
camper, or other vehicle for the purpose of, or in such a way as will permit remaining overnight,
remaining overnight.
(5) “Camping unit” means the primary means of shelter being utilized for overnight camping; includes
a tent, van, trailer, camper, recreational vehicle, and similar units.
(6) “Campsite” means a designated camping site that is designed for overnight use by persons with
a camper, trailer, tent, or other means to provide sleeping arrangements.
(7) “Caretaker” or “Camp Host” means a person designated by the Jefferson County Parks
Department who is responsible for park maintenance, fee collection, and implementing compliance
with all park rules and regulations.
(8) “Community kitchen” means a roofed structure, with range tops and ovens heated by wood.
(9) “Director” means the Director of the Public Works Department or designee.
(10) “Domestic animal” means an animal that is customarily devoted to the service of humankind at
the place it normally lives, such as a dog or cat.
(11) “Law enforcement official” means any duly constituted and credentialed law enforcement officer.
(12) “Motor vehicle” means any self-propelled device capable of being moved upon a road, and in,
upon, or by which any persons or property may be transported or drawn, and shall include but not be
limited to, automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, motor scooters, jeeps, or similar type four-wheel drive
vehicles, and snowmobiles, whether or not they can legally be operated upon the public highways.
(13) “Park” means any area under the ownership of Jefferson County, state of Washington, and
managed by the Parks & Recreation Division of the Jefferson County Department of Public Works.
(15) “Person” means any person, firm, partnership, corporation, club, and any association, or
combination of persons acting for themselves or by an agent, servant, or employee.
(16) “Public health department” means the Jefferson County Department of Public Health.(17)
“Remotely controlled vehicle or vessel” means any land or water vehicle, boat or machine, no matter
the size, that is operated remotely using radio signals or any other means.
(18) “Service animal” means any animal that is i trained for the purpose of assisting or
accommodating a disabled person’s sensory, mental or physical disability. as specified by RCW
70.84.021. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy dogs are not service animals,.
A doctor’s note is insufficient to characterize an animal as a “service animal.”
(19) “Trail” means any path or track designed for use of pedestrians, bicycles, or equestrians; or
other right-of-way specifically designated and posted for nonvehicular use.
(206) “Trailer” means a towed vehicle that contains sleeping or housekeeping accommodations.
[Ord. 3-83 § 2]
(21) “Unmanned Aircraft System” means any remotely controlled aircraft to include drones and radio
controlled aircraft.
12.25.030 Scope.
This chapter shall apply to all county park lands owned and managed by Jefferson County. [Ord. 3-
83 § 3]
12.25.40 Park use.
It shall be unlawful for any person in Parks for outdoor recreational activities other than those uses
which are posted in a conspicuous place in the Park by the Director. [Ord. 4-73 § 1]
12.25.050 Park hours and closures.
(1) The Director may establish a reasonable schedule of visiting hours for a park or portions of a
park area. The Director may close to public use any portion of a park area when necessary for the
protection of that area or for the safety and welfare of persons or property. Notification identifying the
extent and scope of such scheduling or closure shall be made by the posting of appropriate signs.
(2) All persons shall observe and abide by any officially posted signs designating closed areas and
visiting hours in parks. [Ord. 3-83 § 5]
12.25.060 Camping.
(1) Camping shall only be permitted in parks designated by the Director.
(2) Camping and the use of trailers or other camping units is permitted in parks only at designated
locations. Within designated locations, the pitching of tents or parking of trailers or other camping
units is permitted only at designated campsites. The number of vehicles occupying a single campsite
at one time shall be limited to one car, one camper, or one vehicle with a trailer.
(3) Temporary occupancy of the same campsite by the same person or persons shall be limited to
ten days. [Ord. 4-73 § 8] Director
(4) Permanent occupancy by the same person, group of persons, or organization of any park,
portion of a park, or facilities within a park is prohibited, except by those county employees or
caretakers authorized to set up residency within park boundaries by the Director.
(5) For for the use of campsites are due in advance by initially occupying a campsite and thereafter
are payable daily. The campsite fee covers exclusive temporary occupancy of the campsite until the
vacating time of 3:00 p.m. the following day.
(6) A campsite is considered occupied when it is being used for the purpose of camping by a person
or persons who have paid the campsite fee within the applicable time limits. No persons shall take or
attempt to take possession of a campsite when it is being occupied by another party or when
informed by the caretaker that such a campsite is occupied or otherwise unavailable.
(7) Occupants shall vacate campsites by removing their personal property therefrom prior to 3:00
p.m. if the applicable campsite fee has not been paid or if the time limit for occupancy of the
campsite has expired. The occupants may, however, remain in other areas of the park for purposes
other than camping until the normal closing time of the park. [Ord. 14-99 § 1; Ord. 3-93; Ord. 3-84;
Ord. 3-83 § 4]
12.25.080 Fishing.
(1) All laws, rules and regulations of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife relating to
season, limits, and methods of fishing are applicable to fishing for game fish in parks.
(2) All laws, rules, and regulations of the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife relating to
season, limits, and methods of taking, are applicable to the taking of shellfish or food fish in parks.
[Ord. 4-73 § 11]
12.25.100 Concessions and vending.
The vending of various goods, services, products, or commodities, including mobile vending, is
permitted on park lands with the prior written permission by the Director. The vending of any such
goods, services, products, or commodities without written permission is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 6]
12.25.110 Fire safety.
(1) During periods when potential fire danger makes such action necessary, the Director may
prohibit combustion of any kind on any park lands, including roads and trails, by the posting of
appropriate signs.
(2) The kindling of fires is expressly prohibited in all parks, unless authorized by subsection (3). [Ord.
3-83 § 7]
(3) The kindling of any fire is permitted only in designated camping and picnic grounds and only if
the fire is confined in a fireplace, or in grills or other specified locations or in stoves or lanterns using
gasoline, propane, butane gas, or similar fuels. However, the Director may prohibit the kindling of
fires in parks prevent the risk of fire.
(4) When no longer needed, all fires in parks shall be completely extinguished. Leaving a fire
unattended in a park is prohibited.
(5) Throwing or dropping a lighted cigarette, cigar, match, or other burning material anywhere in a
park is prohibited.
12.25.120 Sanitation required.
(1) Compliance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 8.10 JCC (Solid Waste Regulations) in
parks is required. If there are any inconsistencies between this chapter and Chapter 8.10 JCC, then
the most stringent provision shall control.
(2) Sanitary facilities shall be constructed and maintained in a sanitary manner acceptable to the
public health department. Where deemed necessary, an approved method of sink and shower waste
disposal shall be provided.
(3) No person shall leave, deposit, drop or scatter bottles, broken glass, ashes, waste paper, cans,
or other rubbish in a park, except in a garbage can or other receptacle designated for such
purposes.
(4) No person shall deposit any household or commercial garbage, refuse, waste, or rubbish, which
is brought as such from any private property, in any park garbage can or other receptacle
designated for such purpose.
(5) No person shall drain or dump refuse or waste from any trailer, camper, automobile, or other
vehicle in a park, except in designated disposal areas or receptacles, if provided.
(6) No person shall clean fish or other food, or wash any clothing or other articles for personal or
household use, or any dog or other animal, or clean or wash any automobile or other vehicle in a
park. [Ord. 4-73 § 4]
12.25.130 Water contamination.
Polluting or contaminating in any manner any watershed, water supplies, or water used for drinking
purposes is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(4)]
12.25.10 Illegal deposit of bodily waste.
Depositing any bodily waste in or on any portion of any public toilet or other public structure, except
into fixtures provided for such purposes, is prohibited. Placing garbage, rubbish, or foreign materials
in any of the plumbing fixtures of public toilets is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(5)]
12.25.150 Noise.
(1) Compliance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 8.70 JCC (Noise Control) in parks is
required. If there are any inconsistencies between this chapter and Chapter 8.70 JCC (Noise
Control), then the most stringent provision shall control.
(2) Persons using parks shall not create public nuisance noises.
12.25.160 Public address systems.
The operation or use of a public address system is prohibited, except when such a system is
authorized by the Director. [Ord. 3-83 § 9(2)]
12.25.170 Firearms and Bows and Arrow .
(1) Parks are no shooting areas in accordance with RCW 9.41.300(2)(a) and Article I of Chapter
8.50 JCC, because in parks “there is a reasonable likelihood that humans, domestic animals, or
property may be jeopardized.”
(2) No person shall discharge, set off, or cause to be discharged, in or into any park area, any
firearm or bow and arrow, except for the lawful use of a firearm by a law enforcement officer in the
performance of their duties or the lawful use of force by citizens.
(3) Nothing shall abridge the right of the individual guaranteed by Article I, Section 24 of the State
Constitution to bear arms in defense of self or others. [Ord. 4-20 § 1 (Appx. A); Ord. 2-17; Ord. 2-07
§ 3]
12.25.180 Fireworks prohibited.
(1) The use or possession of fireworks, as defined in RCW 70.77.126, is prohibited by the general
public.
(2) Any public display of fireworks open to the general public, with or without charge, shall meet the
requirements of the State Fireworks Law pursuant to Chapter 70.77 RCW. [Ord. 13-95; Ord. 3-83 §
9(4), (5)]
(3) No person shall discharge, set off, or cause to be discharged, in or into any park, firecrackers,
torpedoes, rockets, fireworks, explosives, or substance harmful to the life or safety of persons,
property, or wildlife. [Ord. 4-73 § 10].
12.25.190 Animals.
(1) Compliance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 6.07 JCC (Animal Control) in parks is
required. If there are any inconsistencies between this chapter and Chapter 6.07 JCC, then the
most stringent provision shall control.
(2) Domestic animals and horses may be allowed in parks by the Director. No animals besides
domestic or service animals or horses/ponies are allowed to be brought into the parks.
(3) All domestic or service animals must be kept on a leash of eight feet or less in length, and under
control of the owner or owner’s designee at all times while in a park.
(4) Domestic animals are not permitted on any designated swimming beach in any park; provided,
that this subsection shall not apply to service animals actively working..
(5) No person shall allow their domestic or service animal to bite or in any way molest or annoy other
park visitors. No person shall permit their domestic or service animal to bark or otherwise disturb the
peace and tranquility of the park. [Ord. 4-73 § 5]
(6) The owner of a domestic animal is directly responsible for the behavior of the animal and shall
not allow the animal to create a nuisance to other park users or deface park lands.
(7) Animal owners must pick up solid bodily waste from their animal and dispose of it in garbage
receptacles provided in the park or take it with them when they leave the park.
12.25.200 Horseback riding.
(1) Horses shall not be permitted in any designated swimming area, campground, picnic area, or any
other area so designated or posted in a park.
(2) No person shall ride any horse or pony in such a manner in a park that might endanger life or
limb of any person or animal, and no person shall allow horse or pony to stand unattended or
insecurely tied in a park . [Ord. 4-73 § 6]
12.25.210 Motor vehicles.
(1) No person shall drive a motor vehicle within any park at a speed greater than is reasonable and
prudent, having due regard for the traffic on, and the surface and width of the road, and in no event
at a speed which endangers the safety of persons, property, or wildlife; provided, however, that in no
event shall a vehicle be driven at a speed greater than 15 miles per hour in camp, picnic utility, or
headquarters area, or in areas of general public assemblage; and provided further that in no event
shall a vehicle be driven at a speed greater than 25 miles per hour in any other area.
(2) No person shall operate a motor vehicle within the boundaries of a park except on roads, streets,
highways, parking lots, or parking areas; except motor vehicles conducting park maintenance
operations
(3) No person shall operate any motor vehicle on a trail in any park, unless the trail has been
specifically designated and posted for such use. [Ord. 4-73 § 7]; except emergency vehicles or
motor vehicles conducting trail maintenance operations.
12.25.220 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and remotely-
controlled vehicles.
(1) No person shall operate or control the movement of a UAS, remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel
from within any park without a special use permit issued by the Director notwithstanding certain
exceptions defined by policy
(2) Special Use permits will only be issued to local, state, or federal government agencies for
purposes of scientific research, engineering, or search and rescue operations. Operations will follow
all applicable laws.
(3) A UAS or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel special use permit shall not be issued in a way to
imply endorsement of Jefferson County, nor shall owners or operators of a UAS or remotely-
controlled vehicle or vessel or their end users of the content of material’s produced by the UAS flight
or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel other operation imply any endorsement of Jefferson County.
12.25.230 Metal Detecting.
(1) The use of metal detectors is permitted on County park lands only as specified below. Such use
is subject to the following limitations:
1. Any person desiring to use a metal detector on specified County park lands shall apply for a
metal detecting permit
(b) The issuance of a metal detecting permit is conditioned upon the applicant agreeing to
comply with the rules and regulations of this section and accepting all responsibilities set forth
therein.
(c) Upon a determination by the Director, or his designated appointee, that a metal detecting
permit holder has violated any rule or regulation of this section, such permit will be revoked
and they will lose the privilege to obtain a permit in the future.
2. Specified County park lands in which metal detecting may be permitted consist of the
following:
1. Cape George Trailhead Park (40 acres)
2. Gibbs Lake County Park (700 acres)
3. Chimacum Park (12 acres)
4. Lake Leland and Quilcene Campgrounds only when the campsite is unoccupied
5. Other areas as per Director’s policy
(2) Metal detecting rules and regulations
1. Parks that permit metal detecting will have metal detecting information posted at the park; if
no information is posted, the park does not permit this activity.
2. Users will not destroy or damage park facilities or natural features.
3. Any find that appears to have cultural, historical or archaeological significance may not be
removed from where it was found. Report all findings immediately to Jefferson County Parks
and Recreation and do not further disturb the area.
4. Properly dispose of all found or recovered litter.
5. Group-detecting events require a Jefferson County special events permit.
6. Metal detecting in camping areas open to metal detecting, is permitted only in unoccupied
campsites. Use of metal detectors in occupied campsites is prohibited.
7. The only digging tools allowed to be used in metal detecting are a blunted ice pick, a
screwdriver no more than 6” long, or a blunted awl.
12.25.240 Religious services or group rallies.
Religious services or group rallies may be permitted in parks where facilities are adequate, and
where such activities will not conflict in any way with normal park usage. To avoid conflict,
permission for such activities must be obtained in advance from the Director. Facility rental fees may
apply. Permission for the use of loudspeakers by groups must be obtained in advance from the
Director. [Ord. 4-73 § 12]
12.25.250 Preservation of public property.
(1) The possession, destruction, injury, defacement, removal, or disturbance in any manner of any
building, sign, equipment, monument, statue, marker, or other structure, or any other public property
of any kind, is prohibited.
(2) Entering, climbing upon, or tampering with county-owned motor vehicles and motorized or power
equipment, except by authorized county employees, is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 11]
12.25.260 Trespass from a park to private property is prohibited.
Trespass from a park onto private property, including beaches and tidelands, is prohibited. [Ord. 3-
83 § 12]
12.25.270 Other prohibited conduct at parks.
(1) Boisterous or noisome activities between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and sunrise are prohibited.
(2) Vulgar language or conduct designed to harass or annoy other person is prohibited.
(3) Defacing park property is prohibited. [Ord. 4-73 § 13]
12.25.280 Enforcement.
(1) The enforcement provisions codified in Title 19 JCC, Code Compliance, as currently enacted or
as hereafter amended, shall apply to any alleged or found violation of this chapter.
(2) Compliance with the terms and conditions of this chapter shall constitute minimum health,
sanitation and safety provisions. Any person who shall violate or fail to comply with any provision of
this ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor. [Ord. 4-73 § 14]
See Part V of the fee schedules in the Appendix to this code for camping fees
Chapter 12.25
COUNTY PARKS1
Sections:
12.25.010 Purpose.
12.25.020 Definitions.
12.25.030 Scope.
12.25.040 Camping.Park use.
12.25.050 Park hours and closures.
12.25.060 Concessions and vending.Camping.
12.25.070 Fires.Picnicking.
12.25.080 Garbage receptacles.Fishing.
12.25.090 Drainage, dumping.Community kitchens.
12.25.100 Concessions and vending. Hydrant use.
12.25.110 Water contamination.Fire safety.
12.25.120 Comfort stationsSanitation required.
12.25.130 Dumping refuse from off the premisesWater contamination.
12.25.140 NoiseIllegal deposit of bodily waste.
12.25.150 Public address systems.Noise.
12.25.160 Nuisances. Public address systems.
12.25.170 Firearms and bows and arrows.
12.25.18075 Fireworks prohibited.
12.25.180 Animals.
12.25.190 Preservation of public property.Animals.
12.25.200 Trespass.Horseback riding.
12.25.210 Motor vehicles.
12.25.220 Unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and remotely-controlled vessels and vehicles.
12.256.230 Metal ddetecting prohibited.
12.25.240 Religious services or groups.
12.25.250 Preservation of public property.
12.25.260 Trespass from park to private property prohibited.
12.25.270. Enforcement.
12.25.010 Purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to establish rules and regulations regarding the care, control,
supervision, and operation of all county park lands and their use. [Ord. 3-83 § 1]
12.25.020 Definitions.
For the purpose of this chapter, the following words shall have the meanings as stated:
(1) “Board” means the Jefferson County board of commissioners.
(2) “Camper” means a motorized vehicle containing sleeping and or housekeeping
accommodations; includes a pick-up truck with a camper, van-type body vehicle, converted bus, or
similar type vehicles.
(23) “Camper” shall means a motorized vehicle containing sleeping and/or housekeeping
accommodations, and shall include a pickup truck with camper, a van-type body, a converted bus, or
any similar type vehicle.
(334) “Camping” means erecting a tent or shelter or arranging bedding or both or parking a trailer,
camper, or other vehicle for the purpose of ,orof, or in such a way as will permit remaining overnight,
remaining overnight.
(3) “Camper” shall mean a motorized vehicle containing sleeping and/or housekeeping
accommodations, and shall include a pickup truck with camper, a van-type body, a converted bus, or
any similar type vehicle.
(45) “Camping unit” means the primary means of shelter being utilized for overnight camping;
includes a tent, van, trailer, camper, recreational vehicle, and similar units.
(56) “Campsite” means a designated camping site that is designed for overnight use by persons with
a camper, trailer, tent, or other means to provide sleeping arrangements.
(7) “Caretaker” or “Camp Host” means a person designated by the Jefferson County Parks
Department who is responsible for park maintenance, fee collection, and implementing compliance
with all park rules and regulations.
(68) “Community kitchen” shall means a roofed structure, housingwith range tops and ovens heated
by wood.
(9) “DirectorDirector” means the directorDirector of the Public Works Department or designee.
(7) “Jefferson County park area” shall mean any area under the ownership of Jefferson County, state
of Washington, and controlled and managed by the Jefferson County board of commissioners.
(10) “Domestic animal” means an animal that is customarily devoted to the service of humankind at
the place it normally lives, such as a dog or cat.
(11086) “Law enforcement official” means any duly constituted and credentialed law enforcement
officer.
(9121) “Motor vehicle” shall means any self-propelled device capable of being moved upon a road,
and in, upon, or by which any persons or property may be transported or drawn, and shall include
but not be limited to, automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, motor scooters, jeeps, or similar type four-
wheel drive vehicles, and snowmobiles, whether or not they can legally be operated upon the public
highways.
(132) “Park” means any area under the ownership of Jefferson County, state of Washington, and
managed by the Parks & Recreation Division of the Jefferson County Department of Public Works.
(107) “Park attendant” means the person designated by the Jefferson County board of
commissioners responsible for park maintenance, fee collection, and implementing compliance with
all park rules and regulations.
(118) “Park land” means any park land under the administration and management of Jefferson
County.
(1243) “Picnicking” shall means human consumption of pre-prepared foodstuffs in the outdoors.
[Ord. 4-73 § 2]
(15439) “Person” means any person, firm, partnership, corporation, club, and any association, or
combination of persons acting for themselves or by an agent, servant, or employee.
(165) “Public health department” means the Jefferson County Department of Public Health.
(17) “Remotely controlled vehicle or vessel” means any land or water vehicle, boat or machine, no
matter the size, that is operated remotely using radio signals or any other means.
(1864) “Service animal” A service animal means any doganimal that is individually trained for the
purpose of assisting or accommodating a disabled person’s sensory, mental or physical disability. as
specified by RCW 70.84.021. Emotional support animals, comfort animals, and therapy dogs are not
service animals, as specified by RCW 70.84.021. A doctor’s note is insufficient to characterize an
animal as a “service animal.”
(19175) “Trail” shall means any path or track designed for use of pedestrians, bicycles, or
equestrians; and which is not of sufficient width, or graded or paved with concrete, asphalt, gravel, or
similar substance, so as to permit its use by standard passenger automobiles; or other right-of-way
specifically designated and posted for nonvehicular use.
(201860) “Trailer” means a towed vehicle that contains sleeping or housekeeping accommodations.
[Ord. 3-83 § 2]
(21187) “Unmanned Aircraft System” means any remotely controlled aircraft to include drones and
radio controlledr aircraft.
12.25.030 Scope.
This chapter shall apply to all county park lands owned and managed by Jefferson County. [Ord. 3-
83 § 3]
12.25.40 Park use.
It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to use land or beach areas designated as a countyin
parkParks for outdoor recreational activities other than those uses which are posted in a
conspicuous place in the park areaPark by the Jefferson County board of
commissionersdirectorDirector. [Ord. 4-73 § 1]
12.25.050 Park hours and closures.
(1) The directorDirector may establish a reasonable schedule of visiting hours for a park or portions
of a park area. The directorDirector may close to public use any portion of a park area when
necessary for the protection of that area or for the safety and welfare of persons or property.
Notification identifying the extent and scope of such scheduling or closure shall be made by the
posting of appropriate signs.
(2) All persons shall observe and abide by any officially posted signs designating closed areas and
visiting hours in parks. [Ord. 3-83 § 5]
12.25.065040 Camping.
(1) Camping shall only be permitted in parks designated by the board of
commissionersdirectorDirector.
(2) Camping and the use of trailers or other camping units is permitted in parks only at designated
locations. Within designated locations, the pitching of tents or parking of trailers or other camping
units is permitted only at designated campsites. The number of vehicles occupying a single campsite
at one time shall be limited to one car, one camper, or one vehicle with a trailer.
(3) Temporary occupancy of the same campsite by the same person or persons shall be limited to
seven ten days. [Ord. 4-73 § 8] At the end of seven days, with campground less than full, campers
may extend their occupancy to a maximum of 10 days with permission of campground
attendantcaretaker. Any exception extension must be authorized by the park directorDirector.
(4) Permanent occupancy by the same person, group of persons, or organization of any park,
portion of a park, or facilities within a park is prohibited, except by those county employees or
caretakers authorized to set up residency within park boundaries by the boarddirectorDirector.
(5) Any fee for overnight camping at any Jefferson County campgrounds will shall be collected for
any overnight camping stay that is occurring or will occur at any time between 7:00 a.m. local time
on April 1st of any year up to and including any overnight camping stay that is occurring or will occur
as of 7:00 p.m. on October 31st of any year. The fees applicable to overnight camping at the Lower
Oak Bay County Park shall be collected for any overnight camping occurring on any night of the
year.
(6) Repealed by Ord. 4-03.2
(76) Fees for the use of campsites are due in advance by initially occupying a campsite and
thereafter are payable daily. The campsite fee covers exclusive temporary occupancy of the
campsite until the vacating time of 3:00 p.m. the following day.
(87) A campsite is considered occupied when it is being used for the purpose of camping by a
person or persons who have paid the campsite fee within the applicable time limits. No persons shall
take or attempt to take possession of a campsite when it is being occupied by another party or when
informed by the park attendantcaretaker that such a campsite is occupied or otherwise unavailable.
(98) Occupants shall vacate camping facilitiescampsites by removing their personal property
therefrom prior to 3:00 p.m. if the applicable campsite fee has not been paid or if the time limit for
occupancy of the campsite has expired. The occupants may, however, remain in other areas of the
park for purposes other than camping until the normal closing time of the park. [Ord. 14-99 § 1; Ord.
3-93; Ord. 3-84; Ord. 3-83 § 4]
12.25.0750 Picnicking.
Picnicking in parks is permitted only in designated and marked picnicking areas. [Ord. 4-73 § 9]
12.25.0860 Fishing.
(1) All laws, rules and regulations of the State Game CommissionWashington Department of Fish
and Wildlife relating to season, limits, and methods of fishing are applicable to fishing for game fish
in Jefferson County parks areas.
(2) All laws, rules, and regulations of the State Department of FisheriesWashington Department of
Fish and Wildlife relating to season, limits, and methods of taking, are applicable to the taking of
shellfish or food fish in Jefferson County parks areas. [Ord. 4-73 § 11]
12.25.07050 Park hours and closures.
(1) The board directorDirector may establish a reasonable schedule of visiting hours for a park or
portions of a park area. The board directorDirector may close to public use any portion of a park
area when necessary for the protection of that area or for the safety and welfare of persons or
property. Notification identifying the extent and scope of such scheduling or closure shall be made
by the posting of appropriate signs.
(2) All persons shall observe and abide by any officially posted signs designating closed areas and
visiting hours in parks. [Ord. 3-83 § 5]
12.25.980 Community kitchen.
Community kitchens are This facility is provided for the use of the public. and individualsAny
persons using a community kitchen shall are requested not to use an undue portion of the samea
community kitchen for an unreasonable length of time. [Ord. 4-73 § 3]
12.25.1009060 Concessions and vending.
The vending of various goods, services, products, or commodities, including mobile vending, is
permitted on park lands with the prior written provision permission by the Jefferson County board of
commissionersdirectorDirector. The vending of any such goods, services, products, or commodities
without written permission is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 6]
12.25.1100070 Fires safety.
(1) During periods when potential fire danger makes such action necessary, the directorDirector
may prohibit combustion of any kind on any park lands, including roads and trails, by the posting of
appropriate signs.
(2) The kindling of fires is expressly prohibited in all parks, unless authorized by subsection (3). [Ord.
3-83 § 7]
(13) The kindling of any fire is permitted only in designated camping and picnic grounds and only if
the fire is confined in a fireplace provided for the use of visitors, or in grills or other specified
locations or in stoves or lanterns using gasoline, propane, butane gas, or similar fuels. However,
The directorDirector may prohibit the kindling of fires in parks prevent the risk of fire.
(24) When no longer needed, the all fires in parks shall be completely extinguished. Leaving a fire
unattended in a park is prohibited.
(35) Throwing or dropping a lighted cigarette, cigar, match, or other burning material anywhere in a
park is prohibited.
(46) The kindling of fires on park lands may be prohibited when potential damage makes such
action necessary.
(5) The park attendant, during such periods when potential fire danger makes such action
necessary, may prohibit combustion of any kind on any park lands, including roads and trails, by the
posting of appropriate signs.
(6) The kindling of fires is expressly prohibited on any park land beach. [Ord. 3-83 § 7]
12.25.1210 Sanitation required.
(1) Compliance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 8.10 JCC (Solid Waste Regulations) in
parks is required. If there are any inconsistencies between this chapter and Chapter 8.10 JCC, then
the most stringent provision shall control.
(2) Sanitary facilities shall be constructed and maintained in a sanitary manner acceptable to the
Olympic health districtpublic health department. Where deemed necessary, an approved method of
sink and shower waste disposal shall be provided.
(23) No person shall leave, deposit, drop or scatter bottles, broken glass, ashes, waste paper, cans,
or other rubbish in a Jefferson County park areapark, except in a garbage can or other receptacle
designated for such purposes.
(34) No person shall deposit any household or commercial garbage, refuse, waste, or rubbish, which
is brought as such from any private property, in any Jefferson County park areapark garbage can or
other receptacle designated for such purpose.
(45) No person shall drain or dump refuse or waste from any trailer, camper, automobile, or other
vehicle in a park, except in designated disposal areas or receptacles, if provided.
(56) No person shall clean fish or other food, or wash any clothing or other articles for personal or
household use, or any dog or other animal, or clean or wash any automobile or other vehicle in a
Jefferson County park areapark. [Ord. 4-73 § 4]
12.25.080 Garbage receptacles.
All garbage, cans, bottles, waste materials, and rubbish of any kind must be deposited in proper
receptacles designated for such disposal or removed from the area. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(1)]
12.25.090 Drainage, dumping.
Drainage or dumping refuse or wastes from any trailer or other vehicle, except in places or
receptacles provided for such use, is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(2)]
12.25.12000 Hydrant use.
Cleaning food, fish, or fowl or washing clothing, vehicles, campers, or articles of household use at
campground hydrants is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(3)]
12.25.1332010 Water contamination.
Polluting or contaminating in any manner any watershed, water supplies, or water used for drinking
purposes is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(4)]
12.25.143020 Illegal deposit of bodily wasteComfort stations.
Depositing any bodily waste in or on any portion of any comfort stationpublic toilet or other public
structure, except into fixtures provided for such purposes, is prohibited. Placing garbage, rubbish, or
foreign materials in any of the plumbing fixtures of comfort stationpublic toilets is prohibited. [Ord. 3-
83 § 8(5)]
12.25.130 Dumping refuse from off the premises.
Using refuse containers or other facilities for dumping household or commercial garbage or trash
brought as such from private property is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 8(6)]
12.25.1540 Noise.
The use or operation of any noise producing instrument, device, or equipment in a manner that
annoys persons or creates a nuisance is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 9(1)]
(1) Compliance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 8.70 JCC (Noise Control) in parks is
required. If there are any inconsistencies between this chapter and Chapter 8.70 JCC (Noise
Control), then the most stringent provision shall control.
(2) Persons using parks shall not create public nuisance noises.
12.25.1650 Public address systems.
The operation or use of a public address system is prohibited, except when such a system is
authorized by the board or designated representativedirectorDirector. [Ord. 3-83 § 9(2)]
12.25.160 Nuisances.
Creating a nuisance by any act or gesture or unreasonable loud noise is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 §
9(3)]
12.25.170 Firearms.
Discharging firearms on county park lands is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 9(4)]
12.25.1760 Firearms and Bows and Arrow .
(1) Parks are no shooting areas in accordance with RCW 9.41.300(2)(a) and Article I of Chapter
8.50 JCC, because in parks “there is a reasonable likelihood that humans, domestic animals, or
property may be jeopardized.”
(2) No person shall discharge, set off, or cause to be discharged, in or into any park area, any
firearm or bow and arrow], except for the lawful use of a firearm by a law enforcement officer in the
performance of their duties or the lawful use of force by citizens.
(3) Nothing shall abridge the right of the individual guaranteed by Article I, Section 24 of the State
Constitution to bear arms in defense of self or others. [Ord. 4-20 § 1 (Appx. A); Ord. 2-17; Ord. 2-07
§ 3]
12.25.180 1870 Fireworks prohibited and Firearms.
(1) The use or possession of fireworks, as defined by in RCW 70.77.126, is prohibited by the general
public.
(2) Any public display of fireworks open to the general public, with or without charge, shall meet the
requirements of the State Fireworks Law pursuant to Chapter 70.77 RCW. [Ord. 13-95; Ord. 3-83 §
9(4), (5)]
(3) No person shall discharge, set off, or cause to be discharged, in or into any Jefferson County
park areapark, any firearm, bow and arrow, firecrackers, torpedoes, rockets, fireworks, explosives,
or substance harmful to the life or safety of persons, property, or wildlife. [Ord. 4-73 § 10], except for
the lawful use of a firearm by a law enforcement officer in the performance of their duties or the
lawful use of force by citizens. Nothing shall abridge the right of the individual guaranteed by Article
I, Section 24 of the State Constitution to bear arms in defense of self or others. [Ord. 4-20 § 1 (Appx.
A); Ord. 2-17; Ord. 2-07 § 3].
(4) A violation of this section constitutes a misdemeanor offense.
12.25.1980 Pets and Animals.
(1) Compliance with the applicable provisions of Chapter 6.07 JCC (Animal Control) in parks is
required. If there are any inconsistencies between this chapter and Chapter 6.07 JCC, then the
most stringent provision shall control.
(2) Domestic animals and horses may be allowed in parks by the directorDirector. No animals
besides domestic or service animals or horses/ponies are allowed to be brought into the parks.
(3) All dogs or other pets or domestic or service animals must be kept on a leash of no greater than
eight feet or less in length, and under control of the owner or owner’s designee at all times while in a
Jefferson County park areapark.
(42) Dogs, pets or domestic animals are not permitted on any designated swimming beach in any
Jefferson County park areapark; provided, that this subsection shall not apply to service animals
actively working.dogs.
(53) No person shall allow their his dog or other pet or domestic or service animal to bite or in any
way molest or annoy other park visitors. No person shall permit theirhis dog or other pet or domestic
or service animal to bark or otherwise disturb the peace and tranquility of the park. [Ord. 4-73 § 5]
(1) Dogs, cats, and other pets are prohibited unless they are on a leash or otherwise under
restrictive control of the owner at all times when inside park lands.
(642) The owner of a dog, cat, or otherowner of a domestic animalpet is directly responsible for the
behavior of the animal and shall not allow the animalpet to create a nuisance to other park users or
deface park lands.
(7) Animal owners must pick up solid bodily waste from their animal and dispose of it in garbage
receptacles provided in the park or take it with them when they leave the park. (53) Grazing or
ranging of domestic animals is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 10]
12.25.200190200 Horseback riding.
(1) Horses shall not be permitted in any designated swimming area, campground, picnic area, or any
other area so designated or posted in a park.
(2) No person shall ride any horse or other animalpony in such a manner in a park that might
endanger life or limb of any person or animal, and no person shall allow horse or ponyother animal
to stand unattended or insecurely tied in a park. [Ord. 4-73 § 6]
12.25.2102100 Motor vehicles.
(1) No person shall drive a motor vehicle within any Jefferson County park areapark at a speed
greater than is reasonable and prudent, having due regard for the traffic on, and the surface and
width of the road, and in no event at a speed which endangers the safety of persons, property, or
wildlife; provided, however, that in no event shall a vehicle be driven at a speed greater than 15
miles per hour in camp, picnic utility, or headquarters area, or in areas of general public assemblage;
and provided further that in no event shall a vehicle be driven at a speed greater than 25 miles per
hour in any other area.
(2) No person shall operate a motor vehicle within the boundaries of a Jefferson County park
areapark except on roads, streets, highways, parking lots, or parking areas; except motor vehicles
conducting park maintenance operations.
(3) No person shall operate any motor vehicle on a trail in any Jefferson County park, area unless
suchthe trail has been specifically designated and posted for such use. [Ord. 4-73 § 7]; except
emergency vehicles or motor vehicles conducting trail maintenance operations.
12.25.2202210 Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and remotely-
controlled vehicles.
(1) No person shall operate or control the flight movement of an UAS, remotely-controlled vehicle or
vessel from within any Jefferson County park area withoutpark without a special use permit issued
by the DdirectorDirector notwithstanding certain exceptions defined by policy.
(2) Special Use permits will only be issued to local, state, or federal government agencies for
purposes of scientific research, engineering, or search and rescue operations. Operations will follow
all applicable laws.
(2) The owner or controller of any UAS or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel shall not operate or
allow a UAS or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel to be operated within the Jefferson County Park
areapark in a way which will unreasonably disturb wildlife or park users nor which will pose an
unreasonable safety hazard or invasion of privacy. Applicants for a special use permit shall agree to
operate the UAS or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel in a manner compatible with the activities
of the park or in a manner which would not cause damage to facilities or interfere with park
operations.
(3) Operation of a UAS with a special use permit shall be limited to four flights per day not
exceeding one hour per flight with at least a 30-minute rest between flights. Each special use permit
applicant shall be limited to 10 days use per park per 12-month period.
(34) A UAS or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel special use permit shall not be issued in a way
to imply endorsement of Jefferson County, nor shall owner’s or operator’soperators of a UAS or
remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel or their end users of the content of material’s produced by the
UAS flight or remotely-controlled vehicle or vessel other operation imply any endorsement of
Jefferson County or an its entities.
12.25.230 Metal detectingMetal Ddetecting. prohibited.
The use of metal detectors is permitted on County park lands only as specified below. Such use is
subject to the following limitations:
1. Any person desiring to use a metal detector on specified County park lands shall apply for a
metal detecting permit
(b) The issuance of a metal detecting permit is conditioned upon the applicant agreeing to
comply with the rules and regulations of this section and accepting all responsibilities set forth
therein.
(c) Upon a determination by the Director, or his designated appointee, that a metal detecting
permit holder has violated any rule or regulation of this section, such permit will be revoked
and they will lose the privilege to obtain a permit in the future.
2. Specified County park lands in which metal detecting may be permitted consist of the
following:
1. Cape George Trailhead Park (40 acres)
2. Gibbs Lake County Park (700 acres)
3. Chimacum Park (12 acres)
4. Lake Leland and Quilcene Campgrounds only when the campsite is unoccupied
5. Other areas as per parks policy
Metal Detecting Rules and Regulations
1. Metal detecting is permitted only in certain parks (see above). Parks that permit metal
detecting will have metal detecting information posted at the park; if no information is posted,
the park does not permit this activity.
2. Users will not destroy or damage park facilities or natural features.
3. Any find that appears to have cultural, historical or archaeological significance may not be
removed from where it was found. Report all findings immediately to Jefferson County Parks
and Recreation and do not further disturb the area.
4. Properly dispose of all found or recovered litter.
5. Group-detecting events require a Jefferson County special events permit.
6. Metal detecting in camping areas open to metal detecting, is permitted only in unoccupied
campsites. UThere is no use of metal detectors in occupied campsites is prohibited.
7. The only digging tools allowed to be used in metal detecting are a blunted ice pick, a
screwdriver no more than 6” long, or a blunted awl.
The use of any metal detecting device in parks is prohibited.
12.25.2302420 Religious services or group rallies.
Religious services or group rallies may be permitted in Jefferson County park areasparks where
facilities are adequate, and where such activities will not conflict in any way with normal park usage.
To avoid conflict, permission for such activities must be obtained in advance from the Jefferson
County board of commissionersdirectorDirector. Facility rental fees may apply. Permission for the
use of loudspeakers by groups must be obtained in advance from the directorDirector. [Ord. 4-73 §
12]
12.25.190 2402530 Preservation of public property.
(1) The possession, destruction, injury, defacement, removal, or disturbance in any manner of any
building, sign, equipment, monument, statue, marker, or other structure, or any other public property
of any kind, is prohibited.
(2) Entering, climbing upon, or tampering with county-owned motor vehicles and motorized or power
equipment, except by authorized county employees, is prohibited. [Ord. 3-83 § 11]
12.25.25064000 Trespass from a parkt to private property is
prohibited.
Trespass from a park onto private property, including beaches and tidelands, is prohibited. [Ord. 3-
83 § 12]
12.25.2602750 GeneralOther prohibited conduct at parks.
(1) No Bboisterous or noisome activities shall be engaged in between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and
sunrise are prohibited.
(2) Vulgar language or improper conduct designed to harass or annoy other persons will not be
tolerated at any timeis prohibited.
(3) Clothing shall be worn at all times that is sufficient to conform to common standards of decency
shall be worn at all times.
(34) Defacing Ppark property must not be defaced or destroyedis prohibited. [Ord. 4-73 § 13]
12.25.2702860 PenaltiesEnforcement.
(1) The enforcement provisions codified in Title 19 JCC, Code Compliance, as currently enacted or
as hereafter amended, shall apply to any alleged or found violation of this chapter.
(2) Compliance with the terms and conditions of this chapter shall constitute minimum health,
sanitation and safety provisions. Any person who shall violate or fail to comply with any provision of
this ordinance shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor. [Ord. 4-73 § 14]
1
See also Chapter 8.25 JCC, Sanitary and Safety Measures in County Parks.
2
Code reviser’s note: Ordinance No. 4-03 repeals Ordinance 14-99, Section 2, and the fees from subsection
(6). See Part V of the fee schedules in the Appendix to this code for camping fees.
COUNTY PARK ORDINANCE UPDATE
JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS AND
RECREATION
REASONS FOR UPDATE
•Consolidate two park ordinances
–8.25 merged into 12.25
–Eliminate redundancy and confusion
REASONS FOR UPDATE
•Comport with animal control ordinance
–Clarifies dogs on leash at all times
–Updates definition of service animals per state law
–In line with proposed animal control ordinance 6.07
REASONS FOR UPDATE
•Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) “Drones”
–Only government agencies by special use permit
–Scientific, engineering, and search and rescue
REASONS FOR UPDATE
•Remotely Controlled Models (RC Models)
–Planes, boats, cars
–Not allowed except
•Float planes at Lake Leland
REASONS FOR UPDATE
•Metal detecting
–Trailhead park, Gibbs Lake Park, Irondale Community
Park, Chimacum Park, Lake Leland Campground,
Quilcene Campground
–Registration
–Rules
PROVISIONS BY COUNTY
UASSpecial Use PermitsAnimalsMetal DetectingFirePark UsePark HoursMotor VehiclesConcessionsCampingSanitationNoiseFireworksFirearmsPreservationPrivate PropertyEnforcementAdvisory BoardFairgroundsFee SchedulesMovie MakingDirectors DutiesSignsMarinasVolunteersPolice PowerPublic/Private Parks ManagementJefferson X P X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X P X P
Clallam X P X X X X P X X X X X X X X X X X X X P
Kitsap P P X P X P X X X X X X X X X X P
Island P P X P X X X X X X X X X X P X X X
San Juan P X X P X X P X X X X X X X P X X P X X
X = ORDINANCE
P = POLICY
Neighboring County Park Ordinance Sections and Topics