HomeMy WebLinkAbout020625MS Joint PRAB �4ON co
4:04,
984rtxCIC(5
MINUTES
Special Meeting — February 6, 2025, 3:00 p.m.
Jefferson County Board of Commissioners
and JC Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Jefferson County Public Works
623 Sheridan St, Port Townsend, WA 98368
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Heidi Eisenhour called the Special Board of County Commissioner meeting
to order in the presence of Commissioner Heather Dudley-Nollette, and Commissioner Greg Brotherton
joined the meeting shortly after. The purpose of the Special Meeting was to allow the Commissioners to
meet with the Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB), and provide comments
when necessary. All action taken at the meeting was done by PRAB members. PRAB Chair John Cooke
called the PRAB meeting to order at the appointed time, and Chaired the joint meeting.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: PRAB Chair Cooke called for public comments, and six comments
were received.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: PRAB members approved the August 1, 2024 PRAB minutes.
BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS: PRAB members provided updates on Parks and
Recreation activities and legislative items they are tracking.
DISCUSSION re: 2025 PRAB Chair and Vice Chair: PRAB members thanked Chair Cooke for his
service, and then approved their new Chair and Vice Chair for 2025.New Chair Bob Hoyle resumed
chairing duties for the remainder of the meeting.
2025 BOARD WORK PLANNING SESSION: PRAB members discussed a Planning Guide Proposal,
events, subcommittees, and meeting schedules with members. The PRAB members agreed to approving
the Proposal for Board Event Planning. Parks and Recreation Manager Matt Tyler suggested ideas to
help address quorum issues they've been experiencing.
SUBCOMMITTE REPORTS: This item was not addressed.
OLD BUSINESS: Commissioner Brotherton provided an update on the progress of an Aquatic
Recreation Center project that has an emphasis on community engagement and ensuring the final design
reflects public needs. He reviewed the following:
Site Selection Process: The project initially considered two locations: Chimacum Park and the
Chimacum Creek Primary School area. After due diligence, Chimacum Creek Primary School was
chosen due to fewer obstacles, including lower infrastructure costs and support from the school board.
1
Joint BOCC Special Meeting/PRAB Meeting: February 6, 2025
Concerns about Chimacum Park included road improvements, roundabout installation, tree removal
issues, and lack of sewer access.
Public Facilities District(PFD) Formation: A PFD is being formed to oversee the project
independently. A resolution or ordinance will be used to establish the PFD, with public testimony
scheduled in March. The City Council supports the initiative and has committed to keeping the
Mountain View Pool operational until the new facility is built.
Funding and Grant Applications: A $250,000 state design grant application is in progress, with a
decision expected by March. The Jefferson Aquatic Coalition has raised $121,000,though more funds
are needed, particularly for a potential ballot measure in November.
Community Involvement& Survey: A public survey is being conducted to determine programming
needs for the pool (e.g., number of tanks, climbing wall,therapeutic pool). The survey will focus on
both local residents and potential tourism-related amenities. Community organizations, including the
school district and the library,have expressed strong support.
Next Steps: Refining the project scope based on survey results, submitting final grant applications,
hosting public hearings and forming the PFD board, and planning for a potential November ballot
initiative to secure funding.
No action taken.
PRAB members continued the remainder of their meeting and discussed the Manager's Report,
miscellaneous topics, and correspondence.
NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: Chair Eisenhour adjourned the Special Meeting of the
Board of County Commissioners at 4:43 p.m. until the next regular meeting or special meeting as
properly noticed.
JEFFERSON COUNTY
""lll°"" p BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
`�� ��F F ERs ,,,,,,.
SEAL:
ti
G�MMiSS; .Q;. Excused Absence
0
m•z Heid. 'senhour, Chair
ATTEST: '�,,4gSH�NGtp�a+'�+ ea dley-Nollette, Member
Cary n Gallaway, CMC/ reg erton, Member
Cle I f the Board
2