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Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners
Regular Meeting — March 10, 2025, 9:00 a.m.
Jefferson County Courthouse—Commissioners' Chambers
1820 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA (Hybrid)
CALL TO ORDER: Chair Heidi Eisenhour, Commissioner Greg Brotherton and
Commissioner Heather Dudley-Nollette participated in the meeting. Chair Eisenhour called the meeting
to order at the appointed time. She noted the immense display of community spirit at the recent
Connectivity Summit.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: Chair Eisenhour called for public comments, and
thirteen comments were received. The Commissioners addressed the comments.
WORKSHOP re: Olympic National Park: Commissioner Eisenhour noted that there
was a meeting on Saturday, March 8, 2025, with Governor Ferguson, City of Forks, Clallam County and
Jefferson County that the Governor has allocated funding for reopening the Upper Hoh Road, contingent
on a private funding match, which has now been secured. Public Works is preparing a contract for the
repair work, expected to take 3 -4 weeks once started.
Olympic National Park(ONP) Deputy Superintendent Kevin Killian was present for discussion and
confirmed that ONP operations are ready to resume once access is restored, though broader park staffing
and planning remain uncertain due to a federal hiring freeze and budget issues. There was discussion
about North Shore Road repairs, with a hard closure expected after July 4, 2025. Chair Eisenhour
recessed the meeting to allow time for the Deputy Superintendent to seek clarification needed on
specific project timelines.
The meeting was recessed at 10:11 a.m. and resumed at 10:20 a.m. with all three
Commissioners present.
WORKSHOP re: Olympic National Park- Continued: ONP Deputy Superintendent
Killian continued updating the Commissioners on West End roads. He confirmed that a hard closure of
North Fork Road at Big Creek will begin July 7,2025 and last until September 3, 2025 due to federally
funded emergency repairs,which cannot be delayed again without risking loss of funding. Access will
be restored in early April with the reinstallation of a temporary bridge at Graves Creek, but no alternate
access or bypass is possible during the summer closure.
Communication challenges were discussed, with the park relying on its website for alerts and
welcoming collaboration with the county and tourism boards to better inform the public. Chair
Eisenhour opened the floor to allow for public comments, and four comments were received. ONP staff
noted their commitment to visitor access and safety, despite ongoing limitations.
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APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA: After discussion,
Commissioner Brotherton moved to pull Consent Agenda Item No. 5 (Courthouse clock repair), and
Consent Agenda Item No. 13 (On-Site Sewage plan amendment)from the Consent Agenda, and on
Consent Agenda Item No. 1 (Naming bridge), authorize the Chair to sign the letter with the adjustment
of adding the native language as requested, and approve the remaining items on the Consent Agenda.
County Administrator noted that Consent Agenda Item No. 1 has signature lines for all three
Commissioners. Commissioner Brotherton agreed to a friendly amendment to keep all three
Commissioners listed for signature on the letter, and adding the tribal language. Commissioner Dudley-
Nollette seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
1. LETTER OF SUPPORT re: Naming the Bridge Connecting Indian and Marrowstone Islands as
Passage Through Bridge
2. RESOLUTION NO. 17-0310-25R re: Temporary Road Closure on Linger Longer Road;
County Road No. 301309 and Fremont Avenue No. 301709
3. RESOLUTION NO. 16-0310-25R re: Updating the Official County Road Log to include: Mt.
Wilder Way and McCartney Peak Lane
4. AWARD OF CONTRACT re: Olympic Discovery Trail—Anderson Lake Connection; County
Project No. 18019893; County Road No. 850200; Federal Aid Project No. STBGR-2016; RCO
Project No. 20-1745; Public Works; Seton Construction Inc.
5. AGREEMENT re: Courthouse Clock Repair; In the Amount of$12,096; Central Services;
Woodbay Co. LLC (removed and later approved)
6. AGREEMENT re: Project Management Consulting; MUNIS/EnerGov Information System
Project; In the Amount of$72,600; Central Services; Cherie Moulin
7. AGREEMENT re: Energy Audit Grant Program for Tier 1 and 2 Buildings; Reimbursable
Grant, In the Amount of$56,943.96; Central Services; Washington State Association of
Counties
8. AGREEMENT re: Port Townsend Community Center Gymnasium Roof Replacement/
Structural Repair; In the Amount of$145,871.10; Central Services; Studio Bracket
9. AGREEMENT, Amendment No. 1 re: EV Car Charging Site Host Agreement for the Tri-Area
Community Center Site; Revenue Share to Jefferson County at$0.05/kWh; Central Services; EV
Charging Solutions Inc.
10. AGREEMENT re: Center Road MP 3.23 Culvert Replacement Design; In the Amount of
$524,792; Public Works; Washington Recreation and Conservation Office
11. AGREEMENT re: Emergency Shelter—Severe Weather Emergency Shelter; In the Amount of
$5000; Public Health; Bayside Housing& Services
12. AGREEMENT re: Photo Licensing; In the Amount of$300; Public Health; Gatheringplace
13. AGREEMENT,Amendment No. 1 re: On-Site Sewage Action Plan; In the Amount of 90,645;
Public Health; Puget Sound Partnership(removed and later approved)
14. MEMORANDUM of AGREEMENT re: Practicum Field Experience;No Fiscal Impact; Public
Health; Eastern Washington University
15. CERTIFICATION re: County Road Administration Board Road Levy
16. LICENSE: Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe JST for Temporary Use of County Property; Parcels
991200401, 991200407, and 991200505
17. LICENSE: Cascade Bridge LLC for Temporary Use of County Property at 101 Rogers Street,
Quilcene
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18. ADVISORY COMMITTEE RESIGNATION re: LEOFF I Disability Board; Fire Fighter
Association Representative, Howard Scott
19. ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPOINTMENT/REAPPOINTMENT (2) re: Jefferson County
Marine Resources Committee; Reappointment of Janette Mestre; District 1; Appointment of
Jonathan Waggoner; Marine Science Practitioners, Educators or Researchers Alternate
20. ADVISORY COMMISSION REAPPOINTMENTS(3)re: Planning Commission; District 1,
Cynthia Koan; District 2, Matt Sircely; District 3,Richard Hull
21. ADVISORY BOARD REAPPOINTMENT (3) re: Jefferson County Parks and Recreation
Advisory Board(JCPRAB); District 1, Vern Bessey; District 2, Bob Hoyle; District 2, Marianne
Walters
22. PAYMENT OF SUPERIOR COURT JURY FEES for the Month of February, 2025
23. APPROVAL OF PAYROLL WARRANTS: Dated March 5, 2025 and Totaling $2,516,798.82
COMMISSIONERS' BRIEFING SESSION: The Commissioners discussed recent
meetings they attended, miscellaneous topics, and reviewed their meeting schedules. Commissioner
Brotherton excused himself from the meeting at 11:59 a.m. and returned at 12:02 p.m.
CONTINUED DISCUSSION re: On-Site Sewage (OSS) plan amendment(Consent
Agenda Item No. 13), and Courthouse clock repair(Consent Agenda Item No. 5): Environmental
Health and Water Quality Manager Pinky Mingo joined the meeting to provide clarification on the OSS
amendment request. After discussion, Commissioner Dudley-Nollette moved to approve the agreement,
which was previously pulled from the Consent Agenda. Commissioner Brotherton seconded the motion
which carried by a unanimous vote.
Central Services Director Shawn Frederick joined the meeting to clarify questions regarding repairs to
the courthouse clock. After discussion, Commissioner Brotherton moved to approve the agreement.
Commissioner Dudley-Nollette seconded the motion which carried by a unanimous vote.
The meeting was recessed at 12:14 p.m. and reconvened at 1:30 p.m. with all three
Commissioners present.
EXECUTIVE SESSION: An Executive Session was scheduled from 1:30 p.m. to
2:15 p.m. Chair Eisenhour announced that the Executive Session will be held from 1:30 p.m. to
2:15 p.m. regarding Potential Litigation under exemption RCW 42.30.110(1)(i) as outlined in the Open
Public Meetings Act. Staff present: County Administrator, Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney,
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, the County Administrator, Chief Civil Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Civil
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Public Works Director, and Public Works Engineering Services Manager.
As there was a technical difficulty, the Board resumed the regular meeting at 2:19 p.m. Chair Eisenhour
announced that the Board will be extending the Executive Session from 2:19 p.m. to 2:25 p.m. The
Board concluded the Executive Session and resumed the regular meeting at 2:25 p.m. There was no
proposed action, and therefore no public comment taken on this topic.
WORKSHOP re: Fire Marshal Program Update and 2025 Workplan: Fire Marshal
Phil Cecere and Deputy Fire Marshal Brian Tracer provided a presentation on the Building Official and
Fire Marshal Workplan. Fire Marshal Cecere shared 2024 accomplishments and their goals for 2025.
Due to receiving new software,they are able to conduct business remotely and are working on a draft
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ordinance to bring to the Board for private road and driveway access. They are also working to
formalize the inspection process, reducing site visits, and improving efficiency. They answered
questions posed by the Board.
COMMISSIONERS' BRIEFING SESSION-Continued: The Commissioners
continued reviewing their meeting schedules.
WORKSHOP re: Housing Advocacy Day and Shelter Funding: Commissioner
Dudley-Nollette noted that there is a Housing Advocacy Day in Olympia, which will be held on Friday,
March 14, 2025. She led the conversation regarding Housing Advocacy Day planning, and emergency
shelter funding, emphasizing the importance of showing up in Olympia with a well-prepared, united
front to advocate for housing and homelessness-related legislation.
Chair Eisenhour opened up the floor for public discussion. Participants agreed that coordinated efforts,
pre-planning, and clear messaging are critical for impactful lobbying, with many expressing interest in
forming a Jefferson County coalition to represent rural voices more effectively.
The group reviewed emergency shelter needs, with providers like Dove House, OlyCAP, and Bayside
Housing highlighting funding shortfalls and operational challenges due to federal and state budget cuts.
Also discussed was a support for greater collaboration and data-sharing, and a commitment to continued
coordination and planning for long-term solutions.
ADDITIONAL DISCUSSION ITEMS: Not discussed.
NOTICE OF ADJOURNMENT: Chair Eisenhour adjourned the meeting at 3:47 p.m.
until the next regular meeting or special meeting as properly noticed.
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