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HomeMy WebLinkAboutADDITIONAL BUSINESS re Legislative Report Commissioner Eisenhour o OON lss� Board of County Commissioners - H °U 1820 Jefferson Street tel c 70 PO Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 FJS SO Heather Dudley-Nollette,District 1 Heidi Eisenhour,District 2 Greg Brotherton,District 3 III NG LEGISLATIVE REPORT FROM COMMISSIONER EISENHOUR TO THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS 1/24/25 ISSUES DISCUSSED: 1) A Retail Delivery Fee(RDF)on the purchase of taxable retail items delivered by motor vehicles.Spoke with Monte. He is supportive of this fee. This issue is still tabled at WSAC. 2) We also had an Issue Paper on Sales Tax exemption proposals thus far this session—along with a robust discussion. In the end we directed WSAC staff to send a letter saying that in general we are not supportive of exemptions to the county portions of sales tax. JEFFERSON COUNTY LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES—updates: Budget Priorities Hwy 19/20 and Mill Road Gateway Intersections: • Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are working in partnership on this$1.79 million project to complete environmental review and right-of-way acquisition to realign several close and intersecting facilities with a roundabout in partnership. The intent of this Transportation Budget request(via Representative Adam Bernbaum and Senator Mike Chapman)is to develop a shovel ready project. The City will submit the request form in advance of the 1/31 deadline. Design funding for a mid-County Aquatic Center: • Jefferson County is requesting$250,000 to complete the initial design work for this important community asset via a Local Community Project request to Representative Tharinger. Greg will submit in advance of the 2/21 deadline. $3M for completion of Phase 1 of the Port Hadlock Wastewater treatment system: • Local Community Project form has been submitted $500K for Hoh Rainforest access preservation on the Upper Hoh Road: • Working with Public Works and Federal delegation on this $1.9M appropriation via TLT for inclusion of Jefferson County's Cape George project: • Governor's budget only recommended funding the top 5 projects making this unlikely POLICY PRIORITIES: Support flexibility for Local Areas of More Intense Rural Development(LAMIRDS): Some approaches to address these issues currently at play: • 5471—Gainer—Middle Housing bill—WSAC Supporting-At least one middle housing unit on each parcel that permits single-family residences in designated urban growth areas, LAMIRDs designated according to the requirements in RCW 36.70A.070(5)(d)(i) i Phone(360) 385-9100 jeffbocc@co.jefferson.wa.us • 1345—Low—WSAC Supporting-Allowing for detached accessory dwelling units outside of urban growth areas(Hearing 1/27, 1:30PM) • 5470—Gainer— WSAC Supporting-Allowing for detached accessory dwelling units outside of urban growth areas • 5461 —Lovelett—allows for some residential development in LAMIRDS Amend RCW 82.46.75 to allow additional counties to impose an excise tax for housing: • HB 1480—expands existing ability(via RCW 82.46.075 and 2002 c 343 s 1)to impose a real estate excise tax(REET)for the purpose of developing affordable housing,subject to the will of the voters, to all counties. Hearing that there will be a committee day later in session to hear all similar bills. Support a Local Option Sales Tax on Short Term Rentals: • A Short-Term Revenue bill is in the works via Senator Lovelett In creating producer responsibility in solid waste and recycling. Ensure that new legislation includes opportunities for affordable, accessible recycling in rural counties outside the 1-5 corridor. • Two approaches currently at play o H8 1071/S8 5058(Chapman sponsored)—proposes study of strategy to achieve higher recycling rates in WA. Doesn't solve current problems we have with the recycling stream. • 5058 Hearing 1/29, 8AM o HB 1150/SB 5284—this is the improved upon WRAP/RE-WRAP act being supported by solid waste managers, including ours, because it has fixed their previous concerns and makes improvements. • 5248 Hearing 1/28—1:30PM Additional funding sources for O&M and increased access to vouchers for affordable and permanent supportive housing. • H8 1263-Updating eligible uses for the essential needs and housing support program(for low income elderly or disabled adults transitioning off HEN, receiving SSI and have housing need) Hearing 1/31 at 8AM Early Learning and Comm Services Preserving mobile home parks as affordable housing. • HB 1217—Housing stability for tenants'bill—Limits rents increases to 7%annually, includes mobile home parks and other types of housing. Exec'd out of Housing,in appropriations. • croCD 3 0r V, v, 3 3 m m 7 v g o 0 70 70 *� H Co fD w w w .0 -I, Z < o w ^ f D o < 3 ° O c al M m 5. 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California, Colorado, Maine, Minnesota, and Oregon all have packaging EPR laws. Washington could be next. Benefits from Improving Residential Recycling1 Here's how the Recycling Reform Act Current System EPR System will improve the current system: 2.8 million Washington Households within 3.4 million • Establish a single statewide list of (83%) Curbside Recycling Services (loom) recyclables, reducing confusion about what can be put in the recycling bin. a , (fCWt This will collect cleaner, more -SEW 40% Recycling Rate 66 o marketable recyclables. • Provide producer-funded curbside — �' recycling to all households, an 555,000 tons Tons Recycled 880.000 tons J increase of half a million homes. • Reduce or eliminate household ' _ Pounds Recycled recycling bills (by up to $300 a year).ii ' 3251bs Per Household 525 lbs -- } • Boost our stagnant residential recycling rate from 40%to 66%, = $60-$300/year Recycling Service Rates i $0,year capturing about 525 pounds per home Si to Residents r t j per year. —, • Reduce materials going to the ( -1.399M Metric Tons COze -1.964M metric tons Emissions Reduced metric tons landfill and provide more living wage l r jobs. f► ,41...- • Lower greenhouse gas emissions by 3,875 jobs Jobs 5,500 jobs an estimated 565,000 fewer metric tons due to increased recycling. 1 Ecology publication 22-07-022: Washington Consumer Packaging and Pacer Stuay-Recyc How the Recycling Reform Act EPR program will work Producers of consumer products will be responsible for managing their product packaging after use. They will reimburse recycling system service providers and invest in system improvements. The EPR program will provide convenient and responsible recycling service to all Washington residents. Here's how it works: PRODUCERS (consumer product brand owners)join and pay fees to a 4. nonprofit Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO). PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY ORGANIZATION (PRO) uses producer fees to pay for existing, improved, and expanded residential recycling service. The PRO reimburses private companies or local governments that provide Producers collection service. The PRO funds two needs assessments that identify improvements to create an equitable program. The PRO provides grants for ici ' reusable packaging and reuse infrastructure. Producer STATEWIDE COLLECTION LISTS will be set by the Department of Ecology, to PRO Responsibility allow people to recycle the same items everywhere in the state. PRO Organization funding enables collection of those items regardless of location or distance Ifrom recycling markets. +— 111 RECYCLING SERVICES are provided to all households with curbside garbage — Statewide service and drop-off access is improved. This expands service for people Collection Lists = living in rural communities and apartments. Current solid waste service Iproviders continue to deliver recycling collection services and get reimbursed by the PRO. 2. ®® Recycling EDUCATION about how to recycle along with programs to reduce Services contamination (trash) in our recyclables is provided by the PRO. Outreach materials are accessible, m eet the needs of diverse communities, and are ' usable by local governments and others. a PROCESSING of recyclables happens at existingfacilities, with additional Education l upgrades or new facilities if needed. Facilities report on material quality. IEND MARKETS must manage recyclables appropriately, without creating undue pollution or other harms, purchase the materials, and recycle it into At) something new. Service providers, processors, and the PRO ensure that > Processing ' materials collected in Washington reach responsible end markets. _ ' OVERSIGHT AND ENFORCEMENT of the program is done by Ecology. An advisory council provides ongoing feedback about program startup, implementation, and operation to Ecology and the PRO. End Markets PROGRAM STARTUP efforts include two needs assessments, statewide list development, consultation with interested parties, rulemaking, and program plan aproval. Statewide, consistent, and increased curbside • recycling services starts four years after the law is signed by the governor. Recycling Reform Act Key Program Players Department of Ecology t '; • Oversee program activities, compliance, and enforcement • Register service providers annually • Appoint and facilitate an Advisory Council DEPARTMENT of • Develop Statewide Collection Lists ECOLOGY • Conduct two needs assessments (through a third-party) State of Washington • Establish statewide requirements for the program • Review and approve PRO plans and annual reports Advisory Council IOW • Represent interested parties • • Provide program guidance and recommendations • Review and provide comments on program development, rules, statewide lists, needs assessments, program plans, and annual reports Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) • Set and collect producer fees, fund Ecology's costs • Implement and fund program requirements • Develop the program plan, including performance targets, methodology for reimbursement rates • Fund and operate a reuse grant program • Reimburse cities, counties, and service providers • Invest in infrastructure to advance progress towards statewide requirements. • Submit annual reports Producers - product brand owners, manufacturers, importers, distributors • Join the Producer Responsibility Organization • Pay annual producer fees and report information aF9C4 • Redesign packaging materials as able and necessary Service Providers -Companies or local governments that provide or contract for collection, transport, and processing of materials on the collection lists t4,1 • Register with Ecology • Contract with the Producer Responsibility Organization to be reimbursed Residents -single and multifamily dwellings • Receive free or reduced rate curbside recycling service everywhere there is curbside garbage service • Receive free drop off collection of recyclables Recycling Reform Act EPR Program Timeline January*2026- Ecology starts rulemaking January 2026-Advisory Council established;Service providers Phase 1 register with Ecology(annually) REGISTRATION AND March 2026-PRO registers with Ecology(annually) ASSESSMENT October 2026 - Ecology publishes Statewide Collection Lists 2025-2027 December 2026 - Ecology publishes Preliminary Needs Assessment December 2027 - Ecology publishes Second Needs Assessment Phase 2 July*2027- PRO begins reuse grants($5 million/year) June*2028 • Ecology adopts rules PROGRAM August*2028 - PRO submits draft program plan to the Advisory Council DEVELOPMENT October 2028 - PRO submits draft program plan to Ecology 2028-2029 March 2029- Producers who are not members of the PRO cannot sell their products in Washington July*2029 - Ecology approves PRO program plan January 2030 and onwards- PRO implements approved program plan Phase 3 • Residents receive free or reduced recycling services IMPLEMENTATION, • PRO reimburses service providers ACCOUNTABILITY,AND • PRO uses existing infrastructure and invests in improvements ONGOING July 2031 - PRO submits program report to Ecology(annually) IMPROVEMENTS 2032 - Ecology completes equity study to inform future plan 2029 AND BEYOND improvements and updates needs assessment 2034- PRO submits updated plan to Ecology 2038- Ecology submits independent review of the program to the Legislature J *Estimated dates • Wid Kara Steward Janine Bogar To request an ADA accomodation,contact Ecology by phone at kara.steward@ecy.wa.gov janine.bogar@ecy.wa.gov 360-407-6381 or visit https://ecologv.wa.eov/accessibility.People 564-999-0555 360-764-9287 with impaired hearing may call Washington Relay Service at 711. People with speech disability may call TTY at 877-833-6341. mgr.k, wsac WASH INGTON ax STATE ASSOCIATION �f'� �� 206 Tenth Ave SE Olympia.WA 98501 o � .',� © (360)753 1886 www.wsac.org Wk f COUNTIES ,i11111 January 8, 2025 Regarding County Concerns with HB 1158-Community Inclusion Representatives Leavitt&Eslick, The Association of County Human Services Developmental Disabilities Program Committee is opposed to House Bill 1158 as currently drafted.We urge policymakers to preserve the current Community Inclusion structure,which builds on the well-established county infrastructure and ensures individuals receive high-quality services through providers supported by local oversight and expertise. We have significant concerns regarding the requirements outlined in the bill and the potential that it will reduce opportunities for individuals receiving Community Inclusion services. Sec.1. (1): The department shall enter into contracts directly with service providers for the delivery of community inclusion services under home and community-based waivers. The proposed change would significantly alter the existing delivery model for Community Inclusion services.Counties have built a robust infrastructure over decades to support the delivery of high- quality,individualized services.This model leverages local expertise and resources to provide critical oversight,technical assistance,and outreach to service providers. Replacing this county-managed infrastructure with one managed by the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA)would require duplicating the existing county infrastructure,resulting in significant additional costs for the state.Furthermore,this transition would: • Impact approximately 2,300 individuals currently receiving Community Inclusion services statewide, reducing the quality of services due to a loss of local oversight and technical support. • Destabilize service providers and decrease service capacity,potentially creating service deserts in smaller communities. • Dismantle decades of investment in the Community Inclusion service infrastructure, leading to a loss of local funds that subsidize state services and also support provider recruitment,development,and training. Sec.1. (2)(a): Community inclusion services must include the provision of incidental personal care as needed by the client. Personal care needs extend beyond Community Inclusion and should be universally available to all individuals accessing DDA services.These supports should be implemented across the system in a coordinated way that is responsive to client needs.We appreciate ongoing efforts by DDA, counties, providers,and advocates to address this broader issue collaboratively. Sec. 1. (2)(b): Provider-client ratios may not be restricted to a one-to-one ratio, and the service must provide opportunities for peer group interaction. Community Inclusion is designed as an individualized service tailored to each client's unique interests,goals,and preferences.Many states are working to adopt individualized and community- based service models to comply with the Centers for Medicare &Medicaid Services' (CMS) Home and Community Based Services regulations. Sec. 1. (2)(c): Providers may only bill for direct client services with the following exceptions: (i)Reasonable fees may be billed for transportation to and from community inclusion services and between service settings;and (ii) Up to 15 minutes per week may be billed per client for recordkeeping and other administrative tasks; Limiting client services would negatively impact service quality and opportunities for individuals to participate in their communities.Services such as researching community opportunities,assessing community site accessibility,coordinating with community groups,and developing tools to support client participation are essential.These services are most critical for effectively supporting individuals with complex support needs to ensure they can be successful in their communities. Counties remain steadfast in their commitment to collaborating with DDA,providers,and advocates to develop solutions that preserve and enhance services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.The current county-managed Community Inclusion service model builds on an established and effective infrastructure that ensures high-quality outcomes and community engagement. Dismantling this system would require the state to replicate these systems at great cost and with less efficiency. We appreciate your attention to these concerns and look forward to working with you collaboratively to meet the needs of individuals and their families. Sincerely, Brad Banks Brad Banks WSAC Policy Consultant 360.918.6508 ADAMS(ASOTIN BENTON I CHELAN I CLALLA.M I CLARK I COLUMBIA I COWLITZ ! 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