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HomeMy WebLinkAbout060622ca15 p, } i 1 1f DPA' , I- -..,,,,,, MINUTES Regular Meeting — May 16, 2022, 9:00 a.m. Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA CALL TO ORDER: Chair Heidi Eisenhour and Commissioner Greg Brotherton were present in-person. Commissioner Dean joined the meeting remotely. Chair Eisenhour called the meeting to order at the appointed time. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: The following is a summary of comments made by individuals in attendance at the meeting and reflect their personal opinions: • Comment regarding public comment during the afternoon session and concerns about Consent Agenda Item No. 4 re: the North Pacific Coast Marine Resources Committee. • Comment regarding Planning Commission process regarding the Shoreline Master Program. • Comment regarding the fiscal impacts of saving legacy forests in Jefferson County. • Comment regarding Consent Agenda Item No. 3 re: Additional Funding for Tourism Coordinating Council Social Media Promotion. The Commissioners addressed comments and concerns raised during the Public Comment Period. APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: Commissioner Brotherton moved to approve the items on the Consent Agenda as presented. Commissioner Dean seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. 1. RESOLUTION NO. 21-22 re: Continuing Relationship with the Washington Counties Risk Pool and the Related Appointments and Designations of the County 2. CALL FOR BIDS re: Transfer Station Pit Scale Replacement, Project No. 40121060; Bids Accepted Until 9:30 a.m. and Opened and Read Publicly at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, June 13, 2022 in the Commissioners' Chambers at the Jefferson County Courthouse, 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, Washington(HYBRID) 3. AGREEMENT,Amendment No. 1 re: Marketing Coordinator- Digital Media Services (Tourism Coordinating Council);Additional Amount of$56,837 for 2022 for a Total of $152,000; Steve Shively, dba S3 Solutions 4. AGREEMENT,Interagency Amendment No. 1 re: To Support the North Pacific Coast Marine Resources Committee (NPC MRC)and Related Projects; Additional Amount of$114,000 for a Total of$154,000; Jefferson County Public Health; Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) 5. AGREEMENT re: Clallam County Nurse Family Partnership; In the Amount of$16,585; Jefferson County Public Health; Juvenile and Family Services, Clallam County 1 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 16, 2022 6. AGREEMENT,Amendment No. 4 re: 2022-2024 Consolidated Contracts; Additional Amount of$326,397 for a Total of$2,887,767; Jefferson County Department of Health; Washington State Department of Health(DoH) 7. ADVISORY BOARD APPOINTMENT re: Tourism Coordination Council (TCC);No Term Length; West End Representative, Amy Neil 8. Payment of Jefferson County Payroll A/P Warrants Dated May 6, 2022 Totaling $12,774.84 (Records of all claims submitted for payment along with A/P Warrants approved by the Payroll Services Manager are retained in the Jefferson County Auditor's Office) 9. Payment of Jefferson County Vouchers/Warrants Dated April 9, 2022 Totaling $760,615.18 (Records of all claims submitted for payment along with vouchers approved and signed by the Board of Jefferson County Commissioners are retained by the Jefferson County Auditor and Public Works Department.) ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: Certificate of Good Practice from the County Road Administration Board (CRAB): County Administrator Mark McCauley stated that achieving the CRAB certification keeps Jefferson County eligible for state funding programs and is a rigorous process. He reviewed what it takes to receive a CRAB certification and acknowledged the hard work of Public Works Director/County Engineer Monte Reinders and Assistant Director Eric Kuzma. The Commissioners requested that Public Works be presented the certificate during the next Board of County Commissioners meeting. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: Letter to Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) re: Support of Grant Proposal for Electric Vehicle(EV)Charging Stations at WA State Ferry Terminals: The Commissioners reviewed a draft letter regarding EV stations at ferry terminals. Although the locations of the proposed stations will not affect ferries in Jefferson County, they will assist commuters coming into the County. After review, Commissioner Dean moved to approve the letter as presented. Commissioner Brotherton seconded the letter which carried by a unanimous vote. COMMISSIONERS' BRIEFING SESSION: Commissioner Brotherton shared information on the groundbreaking ceremony of the new JUMP! Playground at HJ Carroll Park. WEEKLY UPDATE re: COVID-19: Public Health Officer Dr. Allison Berry provided information on the COVID-19 virus in Jefferson County. HEARING re: Jefferson County Public Health Department's (JCPH) Application to Funds and Eligible Uses of the State Community Development Block Grant(CDBG): Environmental Health Specialist Amanda Christopherson was present to give a presentation on the CDBG grant application request for 2022-2023 General Purpose Grant Program in the amount of $483,570, which will be used for housing rehabilitation. Chair Eisenhour opened the hearing to allow for public testimony. The following individuals provided testimony: Ed Bowen, Tanya Barnett, Lara Barnum, Carol McCreary and George Yount. Hearing no further testimony, Chair Eisenhour closed the public hearing. After deliberations, Commissioner Dean moved to approve RESOLUTION 22-22 re: In the Matter of CDBG General Purpose Grant Program. GB seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. 2 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 16, 2022 COMMISSIONERS BRIEFING SESSION—Continued: The Commissioners and County Administrator discussed recent meetings they attended and reviewed upcoming meetings. The meeting was recessed at 11:59 a.m. and reconvened at 1:31 p.m. with all three Commissioners present. WORKSHOP with Climate Action Committee(CAC) re: Forests and Trees Greenhouse Gas Inventory for 2001-2016 and Next Steps: CAC Chair Cindy Jayne and CAC Forest Working Group Lead Cyndy Bratz provided a presentation on the Forests and Trees Greenhouse Gas Inventory for 2001-2016 and reviewed next steps with the Board. WORKSHOP re: Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale Delay/Deferral Considerations: Chair Eisenhour gave a presentation on the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale Delay and Deferral Considerations. There is a June 1, 2022 deadline for providing input to DNR regarding the proposed timber sales. After discussion,the Commissioners agreed to review a total of 12 upcoming timber sales at the next Board of County Commissioners meeting. ADDITIONAL DISCUSSION ITEMS: The Commissioners reviewed the following topics: • Community Build Project; co-sponsor request • Virtual meetings NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: Chair Eisenhour adjourned the meeting at 4:34 p.m. until the next regular meeting or special meeting as properly noticed. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEAL: Heidi Eisenhour, Chair ATTEST: Greg Brotherton, Member Carolyn Gallaway, CMC Kate Dean, Member Clerk of the Board 3 /j .). `S � G� �f' .i.„,,,,c) .s, r. DRAFT MINUTES Regular Meeting — May 23, 2022, 9:00 a.m. Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA CALL TO ORDER: Chair Heidi Eisenhour, Commissioner Kate Dean and Commissioner Greg Brotherton were present. Chair Eisenhour called the meeting to order at the appointed time. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: The following is a summary of comments made by individuals in attendance at the meeting and reflect their personal opinions: • Comment regarding proposed homeless encampments in Quilcene. • Comment regarding two proposed Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) timber sales in Jefferson County. • Comment regarding COVID-19 vaccinations causing health issues, children should not be masked,pharmaceutical companies are funding the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control (CDC), and a recent funding request from Trinity Church. • Comment regarding two proposed DNR timber sales in Jefferson County. • Comment requesting more information on CO2 and mask wearing, and a request for the County to look into the expiring Governor's proclamation 20-28. • Comment regarding the afternoon workshop on housing. The Commissioners addressed comments and concerns raised during the Public Comment Period. PROCLAMATION re: Proclaiming June 2022 as Ride Transit Month: All three Commissioners read aloud the proclamation. Commissioner Dean moved to approve the proclamation Proclaiming June 2022 as Ride Transit Month. Commissioner Brotherton seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. Jefferson Transit Interim General Manager Nicole Gauthier thanked the Commissioners for approving the proclamation. She stated the Jefferson Transit has been operating in this community since the 1980s and she noted there is a car-free challenge day on June 1, 2022. Transportation Choices Coalition Executive Director Alex Hudson was present to applaud the Board for being the first Commissioners Office in the state to approve such a proclamation. 1 DRAFT Commissioners MeetingMinutes of May23, 2022 APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: In the interest of time, the Commissioners decided to only approve the first item on the Consent Agenda and address the remaining Consent Agenda items later in the meeting. Commissioner Dean moved to approve Consent Agenda Item No. 1. Commissioner Brotherton seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. 1. HEARING NOTICE re: An Ordinance Repealing and Replacing Interim Ordinance 08-1213-21 and Adopting Zoning Regulations for the Siting, Establishment and Operation of Temporary Homeless Facilities in Unincorporated Areas of Jefferson County; Hearing Scheduled for Monday, June 13, 2022 at 10:45 a.m. in the Commissioners' Chambers at the Jefferson County Courthouse, 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA(HYBRID) (WORKSHOP to follow in Afternoon Session Today,May 23, 2022 regarding this) WEEKLY UPDATE re: COVID-19: Public Health Officer Dr. Allison Berry provided information on the COVID-19 virus in Jefferson County and Emergency Management Director Willie Bence provided a situation report and gave emergency preparedness information. PRESENTATION re: County Road Administration Board (CRAB) Certificate of Good Practice: County Administrator Mark McCauley stated that the Public Works Department received a Certificate of Good Practice from the County Road Administration Board(CRAB), which was a big undertaking for the Public Works Department. The Commissioners thanked Public Works Director/County Engineer Monte Reinders and staff for their hard work on obtaining the certification. HEARING re: To Inform Citizens of the County's intent to file an application for a Washington State Department of Commerce General Purpose Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) for 2022-2023 in partnership with Trinity United Methodist Church: County Administrator Mark McCauley reviewed the request from Trinity United Methodist Church regarding Jefferson County support for their CDBG grant application for$124,000 for renovation and repair of their facilities. Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Philip Hunsucker addressed concerns from the public that pertain to the United States Constitution Amendment No. 1. After the presentation, Chair Eisenhour opened the public hearing to allow for testimony. The following individuals provided testimony: Tom Thiersch and Jim Scarantino. Hearing no further testimony, Chair Eisenhour closed the public hearing. Finance Manager Judy Shepherd joined the discussion to provide insight on CDBG grants. After deliberations, Commissioners Brotherton moved to withdraw Jefferson County's support for the Trinity United Methodist CDBG grant application. Commissioner Dean seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. ANNOUNCEMENT re: Port Hadlock Affordable Housing Project; Mason Street: Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County Executive Director Jamie Maciejewski and Jefferson County Community Foundation CEO Siobahn Canty were present to discuss the proposed Mason Street Project in Port Hadlock. They have approximately $600,000 left to fund this project and once completed, there will be 130 new units of permanent affordable housing. They stated that the project is also dependent on the completion of the Port Hadlock Sewer in approximately three years. After discussion, Director Maciejewski provided an update on the Landes Street Project. 2 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 23,2022 AFT APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA - Continued: Commissioner Dean moved to remove Consent Agenda Item No. 10 re: Courthouse Security Screening, and approve Consent Agenda Items 2-9 and 11-15 as presented. Commissioner Brotherton seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. The Commissioners will review and discuss Courthouse security screening at a later date. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 23-22 re: Authorizing the Use of General Fund-Non-Departmental Budget/Cash to Temporarily Cover Expenses Associated with a Board Approved American Rescue Plan Act(ARPA) Project—Caswell-Brown Village 3. AGREEMENT re: Group Employment Services; In the Amount of$26,585; Jefferson County Public Health; Cascade Community Connection 4. AGREEMENT,Amendment No. 1 re: P-TAC Heater Acquisition and Installation;No Change in Dollar Amount, Using Remaining Funds from Original Amount of$35,000 for Installation of Additional Units; Jefferson County Administrator; Bayside Housing Services 5. AGREEMENT No.21EMPG-ARPA E22-228 re: Emergency Management Performance Grant, American Rescue Plan Act Funding for Four Part-Time Clerk Hire Staff to Provide Education and Outreach on Disaster Preparedness, Etc.; In the Amount of$14,205; Jefferson County Emergency Management; State Emergency Management Division, Washington State Military Department 6. AGREEMENT No. 18SHSP E22-216 re: Homeland Security Grant Funding Provision of Education and Outreach Materials; In the Amount of$2,359; Jefferson County Emergency Management; State Emergency Management Division, Washington State Military Department 7. AGREEMENT No.21EMPG E22-214 re: Emergency Management Performance Grant Funding for Emergency Operations Center Response Capacities and other Essential Components for Operation; In the Amount of$28,015; Jefferson County Emergency Management; Washington State Emergency Management Division, Washington State Military Department 8. AGREEMENT No. 19SHSP E22-185 re: Homeland Security Grant Funding to Build, Sustain and Deliver Core Capacities Essential to Achieving National Preparedness Goals; In the Amount of$57,538; Jefferson County Emergency Management; State Emergency Management Division, Washington State Military Department 9. AGREEMENT No.21SHSP E22-110 re: Homeland Security Grant Funding to Assist with the Essential Work Plan to Achieve National Preparedness Goals; In the Amount of$34,491; Jefferson County Emergency Management; State Emergency Management Division, Washington State Military Department 10. REQUEST re: Approval to Release a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Jefferson County Private Security Screening Services; Jefferson County Administrator(NOT APPROVED) 11. ADVISORY BOARD RESIGNATIONS (2)re: Public Infrastructure Fund(PIF) Board; 1) District No. 2, Citizen Representative, Gary Rowe; and 2) District No. 3 Citizen Representative, Jim Munn 12. ADVISORY BOARD RESIGNATION re: Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board; District No. 3 Representative, Kim Cote 13. MINUTES re: Regular Meeting of May 9, 2022 and Special Meeting of May 11, 2022 (WSAC Timber Caucus) 3 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 23, 2022 DRAFT 14. Payment of Jefferson County Payroll Warrants Dated May 20, 2022 Totaling $70,569.61 and A/P Warrants Done by Payroll Dated May 20, 2022 Totaling $13,252.84 (Records of all claims submitted for payment along with A/P Warrants approved by the Payroll Services Manager are retained in the Jefferson County Auditor's Office) 15. Payment of Jefferson County Vouchers/Warrants Dated May 16, 2022 Totaling $1,259,740.08 (Records of all claims submitted for payment along with vouchers approved and signed by the Board of Jefferson County Commissioners are retained by the Jefferson County Auditor and Public Works Department.) COMMISSIONER BRIEFING SESSION: Commissioner Dean stated that new Washington State Director of Rural Development Helen Price Johnson will be present during the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC)noon meeting today. She added that she will be joining the Commissioners meeting virtually for the remainder of the day and may be unavailable for a portion of the afternoon session due to a scheduling conflict. The meeting was recessed at 11:47 a.m. and reconvened at 1:31 p.m. with all three Commissioners present. WORKSHOP re: Draft Temporary Homeless Housing Facilities Ordinance, Planning Commission Recommendations,and a Proposed Hearing Monday,June 13,2022: Department of Community Development(DCD) Director Brent Butler and Associate Planner Joel Peterson provided a presentation that covered the following: background of housing emergency, background of Planning Commission process, external factors: legal basis, Growth Management Act (GMA), funding, and proposed changes to the current ordinance. They also reviewed the 5-Year Plan on Making Homelessness a Singular Occurrence. After discussion, Chair Eisenhour opened the meeting to allow for public comments. Six individuals provided comments. WORKSHOP re: Human Resources Recruiting and Retention: Human Resources Director Sarah Melancon provided a presentation on current and prior staffing levels, and strategies to obtain and retain new employees. Commissioner Dean rejoined the meeting virtually at joined the discussion at 3:06 p.m. ADDITIONAL BUSINESS: 11th Temporary County Policy Based on Emergency Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic: Human Resources Director Sarah Melancon and Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Philip Hunsucker reviewed the updated draft policy with the Board. During discussion, Commissioner Dean shared the comments expressed by the County Covid Coordination Committee meeting during their review of the proposed 11th Temporary County Policy. After further discussion and edits of the draft document, Commissioner Dean moved to approve RESOLUTION NO. 24-22 re: 11th Temporary County Policy Based on Emergency Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, as edited today. Commissioner Brotherton seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. CONTINUED WORKSHOP re: Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale: Chair Eisenhour decided to open the floor to allow for public comments regarding the proposed timber sale. Ten individuals provided comments. The Commissioners discussed the comments received and decided to hold a virtual Special Meeting on May 31, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to discuss the issue 4 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 23, 2022 nRAFT further. NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: Chair Eisenhour adjourned the meeting at 4:42 p.m. until the next regular meeting or special meeting as properly noticed. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEAL: Heidi Eisenhour, Chair ATTEST: Greg Brotherton, Member Carolyn Gallaway, CMC Kate Dean, Member Clerk of the Board 5 4 G FAf1. �yy DRAFT i7Nc�1 MINUTES Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting — May 16, 2022, 12:00 p.m. Washington State Association of Counties Virtual Assembly Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA (Virtual Meeting) CALL TO ORDER: Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) staff called the Virtual Counties Update meeting to order. Jefferson County Commissioner/Chair Heidi Eisenhour and Commissioner Kate Dean and many other Commissioners and County Officials across Washington State were in attendance. DISCUSSION with Other Washington State Counties and Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) Staff: The participants of the meeting discussed various County issues. NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 1:01 p.m. by Washington State Association of Counties staff. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEAL: Heidi Eisenhour, Chair ATTEST: Greg Brotherton, Member Carolyn Gallaway, CMC Kate Dean, Member Clerk of the Board 1 wtil)1,a •,, r�FL �� _) DRAFT i ����lNCr1Qy MINUTES Special Meeting — May 17, 2022, 5:00 p.m. Proposed No Shooting Areas in Cape George and Gardiner Beach Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA (Virtual) CALL TO ORDER: Chair Heidi Eisenhour, Commissioner Kate Dean and Commissioner Greg Brotherton participated in the meeting remotely. Chair Eisenhour called the meeting to order at the appointed time. She explained the purpose of the meeting is to hear from the local Tribes and the public regarding the proposed No Shooting Areas (NSA)s in Cape George and Gardiner Beach. TRIBAL COMMENTS: One member of the Point No Point Treaty Council provided comments. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Fifteen individuals provided comments. PRESENTATION: Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney(DPA)Philip Hunsucker provided a presentation on the Smaller Cape George proposed No Shooting Area(NSA),the Larger Cape George NSA and the Gardiner Beach NSA. He noted that the Board of County Commissioners has the final authority regarding No Shoot Areas per Jefferson County Code(JCC) 8.50.050(6), and that Washington State law limits the scope of any NSA. The County is also required to request local Tribal input. Chief DPA Hunsucker stated that the Commissioners can choose one of three options for moving forward: They can hold a hearing, facilitate an amicable solution within the proposed area, or assign a review committee. After review and discussion of the No Shoot Areas, Commissioner Brotherton moved to hold a hearing to consider the merits of the Smaller Cape George Area No Shooting Area proposal. Chair Eisenhour seconded the motion. Commissioner Dean stated she would also like to hear from neighbors in the more dense areas of that proposed NSA as well. She also noted that there may still be hunting going on at the edge of the boundary, if approved. Chair Eisenhour called for a vote on the motion. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Commissioner Brotherton noted that as they have not heard back yet from a private land owner in Gardiner Beach, he is not ready for a hearing on the proposed NSA in that area. After discussion, Chair Eisenhour moved to pursue a facilitated solution for the proposed Gardiner Beach NSA and that Commissioner Brotherton will lead that facilitation effort. Commissioner Dean seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Six individuals and one member of the Point No Point Treaty Council provided additional comments. 1 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 17, 2022 NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: Chair Eisenhour adjourned the meeting at 6:38 p.m. until the next regular meeting or special meeting as properly noticed. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEAL: Heidi Eisenhour, Chair ATTEST: Greg Brotherton, Member Carolyn Gallaway, CMC Kate Dean, Member Clerk of the Board 2 \\1,4„Nci,o DRAFT MINUTES Jefferson County Board of Commissioners Special Meeting — May 23, 2022, 12:00 p.m. Washington State Association of Counties Virtual Assembly Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA (Virtual Meeting) CALL TO ORDER: Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) staff called the Virtual Counties Update meeting to order. Jefferson County Commissioner/Chair Heidi Eisenhour and Commissioner Kate Dean and many other Commissioners and County Officials across Washington State were in attendance. DISCUSSION with Other Washington State Counties and Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) Staff: The participants of the meeting discussed various County issues. NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned at 12:52 p.m. by Washington State Association of Counties staff. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEAL: Heidi Eisenhour, Chair ATTEST: Greg Brotherton, Member Carolyn Gallaway, CMC Kate Dean, Member Clerk of the Board 1 DRAFT MINUTE S Special Meeting — Tuesday, May 31, 2022, 9:00 a.m. Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale and Letter to the Board of Natural Resources Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers 1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA (Virtual) CALL TO ORDER: Chair Heidi Eisenhour, Commissioner Kate Dean and Commissioner Greg Brotherton participated in the meeting remotely. Chair Eisenhour called the meeting to order at the appointed time. She explained the purpose of the meeting is to discuss and hear from the public regarding a proposed timber sale. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Fourteen individuals provided comments. CONTINUED WORKSHOP re: Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale; Letter to the Board of Natural Resources re: Carbon Storage and Biodiversity and Requesting Inclusion in Phase II of Their Carbon Pilot: The Commissioners discussed the issue and worked on making edits to a proposed letter. A recess was called to allow time for the Commissioners to draft additional comments to include in the letter. The meeting was recessed at 10:55 a.m. and reconvened at 11:31 a.m. with all three Commissioners present. CONTINUED DISCUSSION re: Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale; Letter to the Board of Natural Resources re: Carbon Storage and Biodiversity and Requesting Inclusion in Phase II of Their Carbon Pilot: The Commissioners continued review of the draft letter. During discussion, Commissioner Brotherton noted that edits to the draft letter now include the Pennywise Timber sale, and the original draft version of the letter only discussed the Beaver Valley Sorts Timber sale. He added that his constituents are in favor of the Pennywise Timber sale moving forward. The Commissioners decided to listen to additional public comments prior to taking-action on the letter. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Nine individuals provided additional comments. CONTINUED DISCUSSION re: Beaver Valley Sorts Timber Sale; Letter to the Board of Natural Resources re: Carbon Storage and Biodiversity and Requesting Inclusion in Phase II of Their Carbon Pilot: Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney (DPA)Philip Hunsucker was asked to provide guidance regarding Commissioner Brotherton's concerns that the Agenda for this Special Meeting did not include action on the Pennywise Timber sale. After review, Chief Civil DPA Hunsucker advised that since the Pennywise Timber sale was mentioned 1 Commissioners Meeting Minutes of May 31, 2022 DRAFT in the Agenda Request, the public had sufficient knowledge and therefore the Commissioners could decide to include Pennywise in the final letter, if they wished. After further edits and discussion, Commissioner Dean moved to approve the letter as presented here,to be signed by the Chair. Chair Eisenhour seconded the motion. She called for a vote on the motion. Commissioner Dean and Chair Eisenhour voted in favor of the motion, Commissioner Brotherton voted against the motion. The motion carried. The letter will be sent to the Board of Natural Resources and copies will be sent to Washington State Legislative delegation. NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: Chair Eisenhour adjourned the meeting at 12:28 p.m. until the next regular meeting or special meeting as properly noticed. JEFFERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS SEAL: Heidi Eisenhour, Chair ATTEST: Greg Brotherton, Member Carolyn Gallaway, CMC Kate Dean,Member Clerk of the Board 2