Clallam County public meetings in 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $1,291,065.75 for the week of Dec 16‑20 and $1,178,808.13 for the week of Dec 23‑27, as well as payroll of $1,381,663.58 for the period ending Dec 15. They will consider resolutions reappointing Shahida Shahrir to the County Board of Health and certifying the County’s capitalized asset inventory. Additional items include multiple service agreements, a budget revision to use $4,200 of ARPA funds for a Coroner vehicle gurney, and authorizing Opportunity Fund grants.

• Approval of vouchers for week of Dec 16‑20 – $1,291,065.75
• Approval of vouchers for week of Dec 23‑27 – $1,178,808.13
• Approval of payroll for period ending Dec 15 – $1,381,663.58
• Resolution reappointing Shahida Shahrir to the Clallam County Board of Health
• Resolution adopting budget revision to fund Coroner vehicle gurney – $4,200

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several funding agreements, committee appointments, and infrastructure contracts. The meeting includes discussions on ARPA fund allocations and public health services contracts.

• Hotel/Motel Tax Fund agreements: $1,000,000 to Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau, $200,000 to Field Arts and Events Hall, $100,000 to Public Works, and $90,000 to Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Education Foundation
• Agreement with Bruch & Bruch Construction to repair Eden Valley Road Slide
• MOU with North Olympic Salmon Coalition for culvert replacement at Johnson Creek
• ARPA fund memorandums of understanding for Juvenile Services, Prosecutor’s Office, Sheriff’s Office, Coroner’s Office, and Health and Human Services
• Resolution regarding Coroner’s Office duties to be performed by District Court Judge David Neupert

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session on December 23, 2024. No specific agenda items are listed, so the meeting appears to be procedural.

Law Library Board

The Clallam County Law Library Board will meet to discuss updates regarding resources, the IT department, and a Memorandum of Agreement. The board will also receive an update on the disposal of books.

• Resources update
• Memorandum of Agreement update
• IT Departments update
• Disposal of books update

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review November financial registers and the Executive Director's timesheet. The board is scheduled to discuss a real estate purchase in executive session and vote on resolutions regarding that purchase and accounts receivable write-offs.

• Resolution PHA-2024-28: Purchase of Real Estate
• Resolution PHA-2024-27: Accounts Receivable Write Off
• November Section 8 Voucher check registers totaling $646,161.66
• November operating check registers totaling $499,912.99
• November Outpost check registers totaling $2,658.78

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss agreements to support a permanent supportive multi-family complex at 138 W. 2nd Street. The meeting also includes approvals for county payroll and vouchers, as well as various infrastructure and equipment contracts.

• Agreements with Peninsula Behavioral Health for a 36-unit complex at 138 W. 2nd Street, Port Angeles
• Bid opening for the Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project
• Approval of $661,262.26 in accounts payable and $2,647,554.03 in payroll
• Contracts with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for less-than-lethal equipment and digital storage
• Budget revision of $4,200 for a Coroner vehicle gurney

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health will meet on December 17, 2024. The agenda includes a public comment period, an infectious disease update from the Health Officer, and a discussion of the Olympic Medical Center and Forks Community Hospital annual update. No action items or decisions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion: Olympic Medical Center and Forks Community Hospital Annual Update
• Health Officer Infectious Disease Update
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker
• Future agenda items: Vaccination Rates, Climate Change update, Behavioral Health Organization update, Olympic Peninsula Healthy Communities Coalition
• Action Items: None

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will discuss the county coroner position and vote on several agreements, including security services with Norpoint Protective Services and grants for violence prevention and emergency management. The board will also consider resolutions supporting local school levies and reappointing a member to the Board of Health.

• Discussion on Clallam County Coroner position
• Agreement with Norpoint Protective Services for security services
• Agreement with Department of Commerce for STOP Violence Against Women Formula Grant Program
• Agreement with Jefferson County for behavioral health services
• Resolution reappointing Shahida Shahrir to the Clallam County Board of Health

Revenue Advisory Committee

The committee will review a letter to the Board of Natural Resources regarding timber sales and hold a legal discussion on trust lands. The meeting also includes an update on November and December sales from the Department of Natural Resources.

• Letter to the BNR regarding timber sales
• Legal discussion regarding trust lands
• Update on November and December Sales from the DNR

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will approve the November meeting minutes and review several draft documents, including the 2025 workplan and the 2025‑2029 strategic plan. Members will consider a draft of roles and responsibilities and decide on the process and timeline for project development for the 2025‑2027 biennium.

• Approve November meeting minutes
• Review and comment on 2025 workplan draft (comments due Jan 3)
• Discuss and approve 2025‑2029 strategic plan draft
• Review roles and responsibilities draft (comments due Jan 3)
• Decide process and timeline for 2025‑2027 project development

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve vouchers and appoint members to advisory committees. It will discuss several contracts and consider budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergency funding. The meeting also includes a public hearing on the proposed emergency items.

• Approve vouchers for $728,582.69 covering warrants 9932740-9932930
• Memorandum of understanding for Clallam Bay/Sekiu Sewer System replacement project
• Resolution to adopt budget revisions: $31,000 for printer/services and $15,000 for septic system incentives
• Supplemental appropriations: $79,000 for fairgrounds dog barn, $25,888 for drought response, $15,000 for emergency communication tax
• Adopt debatable emergencies including $100,000 for Lower Dungeness Floodplain and $23,000 for Hearing Examiner

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will meet to establish 2025 meeting dates and vote on recommending Glen Chipman for membership. The session includes reports on individual supported employment, community inclusion, and school district transition contracts.

• Vote on recommendation to BOCC for Glen Chipman’s membership
• Determination of 2025 DDAC meeting dates and times
• Outcome Report on Individual Supported Employment (ISE) and Community Inclusion (CI)
• Update on School District Transition Contracts status
• Reports from Developmental Disability Administration (DDA) and Department of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss transportation projects and the county coroner position. The meeting includes reviewing agreements for a 36-unit supportive housing complex and various IT and environmental grants.

• Agreements with Peninsula Behavioral Health for a 36-unit permanent supportive multi-family complex at 138 W. 2nd Street, Port Angeles
• Discussion with Department of Transportation regarding Highway 101 Projects
• Call for hearing on December 31, 2024, regarding Opportunity Fund grants
• Purchase orders with CDWG for CrowdStrike Network Security and Info-tech Research Group
• Agreement amendment with Facet NW, Inc for Bullman Beach Water System filtration plant

Housing Solutions Committee

The Housing Solutions Committee will review its 2025 legislative agenda and strategic planning for Housing Trust Funds. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November 1, 2024, and a discussion of the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Approval of November 1, 2024, minutes
• Discussion of 2025 Legislative Agenda items
• Review of 2025 Housing Trust Funds Strategic Planning
• Approval of 2025 HSC Meeting Schedule
• Community Update report

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission’s grant to acquire about 342 acres of property adjacent to Hoko River State Park. Staff will present updates on several park projects, including the Robin Hill Farm RV bunkhouse budget, the Dungeness Recreation Area multi‑use trail, and pet‑waste signage at Marlyn Nelson County Park. The board will also consider the Request for Qualifications for a new Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan, which has an estimated budget of $75,000‑$125,000.

• Washington State Parks property acquisition of ~342.81 acres near Hoko River (grant agreement 22‑1723)
• Capital budgeting discussion for RV bunkhouse at Robin Hill Farm County Park
• RFP/RFQ for Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan (budget $75,000‑$125,000)
• Dungeness Recreation Area multi‑use trail project update
• Pet waste signage status at Marlyn Nelson County Park

Trails Advisory Committee

The committee is discussing maintenance and expansion updates for the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and Olympic Adventure Trail (OAT). The body is reviewing grant applications and project reports for trail improvements and safety planning.

• Proposed $131,371.60 from 2025 Lodging Tax for ODT repaving and a backhoe attachment
• Update on the ODT-Forks to La Push Project and RAISE Grant resigning
• Support for DNR's RCO NOVA Off-Road M&O Grant for Sadie Creek and Foothills areas
• Overview of $209,040 in Safe Streets for All (SS4A) funding for a road safety plan
• Status update on the Carlsborg Road crossing improvements scheduled for late 2025

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning application PRZN2024-00001, requesting a change of a 75‑acre parcel at Lost Mountain Road from Rural Very Low (R20) to Commercial Forest (CF). Commissioners will also discuss the Public Benefit Rating System for four Open Space applications and continue work on the draft Open Space Ordinance. The meeting includes routine items such as approval of November 6 minutes and announcements of upcoming officer elections.

• Rezone Application PRZN2024-00001 – 75‑acre parcel (parcel 042908-310100) at Lost Mountain Road, change from Rural Very Low (R20) to Commercial Forest (CF)
• Public Benefit Rating System discussion for four Open Space applications
• Work session continuation on the draft Open Space Ordinance
• Approval of minutes from the November 6, 2024 meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve vouchers and payroll totaling over $2.3 million, reappoint members to several advisory committees, consider contract amendments and a hotel/motel tax fund expenditure, and adopt the 2025 county budget with levy rates and emergency appropriations. A public hearing will follow the agenda items. An executive session is scheduled for the next day to discuss legal and collective‑bargaining matters.

• Approval of vouchers for the week of Nov 25 (warrant numbers 9932541‑9932717) for $1,346,991.46
• Approval of payroll for the period ending Nov 15 (warrant numbers 172322‑172389, 172421‑172669, 9932532‑9932535) for $1,011,269.79
• Resolution establishing 2025 levy rates for Veteran’s Relief, Developmental Disabilities and Land Assessment Funds
• Resolution adopting the 2025 Clallam County Budget and Emergency Appropriations
• Agreement amendment 1 with Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County for American Rescue Plan Act funds

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee will receive updates on sheltering capacity and services. Members will consider approving a new mission statement for the committee. They will also discuss creating public‑social‑media messages and planning spay/neuter and microchip clinics. Additional discussion will address whether WAG or another entity should serve as the committee’s fiscal agent.

• Approval of a mission statement
• Creation of public messaging information for social media
• Planning of spay/neuter clinics
• Planning of microchip clinics
• Discussion of WAG or another entity as fiscal agent

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will consider and vote on its funding priorities for 2025‑2027. The meeting also includes discussion of Blue Flag warming centers and a vote to appoint a business community representative. Additional agenda items cover updates on position vacancies, the 5‑year plan, and public comment.

• Confirm 2025‑2027 Funding Priorities – Vote
• Blue Flag Warming Centers – Discussion
• Business Community Representative – Vote
• Position Vacancies – discussion of agency and tribal representatives
• 5‑year plan update

Budget Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will hold public hearings on December 3, 2024, to review the proposed 2025 Final Budget and Capital Budget. The board may adopt the budget that evening or by December 10, 2024. The proposal includes efforts to close a $4.2 million funding shortfall through department expenditure reductions.

• Public hearings on the 2025 Proposed Final Budget and Capital Budget
• Budget Resolution Adopting the 2025 Clallam County Budget
• Budget Resolution Adopting the 2025 Clallam County Budget Emergency Appropriations
• Proposed $4.084 million in budget reductions to address a $4.2 million shortfall
• Review of a $102 million WSDOT fish barrier removal project (US 101/SR116) impact on sales tax

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet for a work session to certify taxing district levy budgets to the Assessor. The body will also discuss 2025 levy rates for specific county funds and a sewer system replacement project. Other items include committee appointments and a weed management plan review.

• Certification of Taxing District Levy Budgets to Assessor
• 2025 levy rates for Veteran’s Relief, Developmental Disabilities and Land Assessment Funds
• MOU for Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer System Clallam Bay and Middle Point Pump Station Replacement Project
• Reappointment of Glenn Teeter to the Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee
• Appointments to the Housing Solutions Advisory Committee

Heritage Advisory Board

The Clallam County Heritage Advisory Board will discuss the Slip Point Lighthouse Keepers projects. It will review and vote on the draft Heritage Advisory Board (HAB) application and its guidelines. The board will also consider the proposed funding timeline for 2025. The meeting includes a public comment period and sets the next meeting for Monday, January 6, 2025.

• Slip Point Lighthouse Keepers projects discussion
• Review and approval of the draft HAB application and guidelines
• Review and approval of the 2025 funding timeline
• Public comment (limit comments to three minutes)
• Next meeting scheduled for Monday, January 6, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss budget reductions, supplemental appropriations, and proposed levies for property taxes. The meeting includes a bid opening for the Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project and several committee reappointments.

• Proposed levies for General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures Property Taxes
• Bid opening for Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project C1263
• Purchase order for an armored rescue vehicle
• Supplemental appropriations including $112,000 for public health employees and $60,000 for 911 Enhanced
• Hearing notices for amendments to Planning and Building Division fee schedules

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting for a work session to discuss proposed budget revisions and supplemental appropriations. The body is also reviewing the acquisition of approximately 342 acres adjacent to Hoko River State Park and various board appointments.

• Acquisition of approximately 342 acres adjacent to Hoko River State Park
• Purchase order for an armored rescue vehicle
• Expenditures from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund for 2025 funding applications
• Termination letter to Sequim Open Aire Market for ARPA funds
• Agreement amendment with Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County for ARPA funds

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider funding applications for two housing projects. The board is also reviewing October check registers for various properties and programs.

• Resolution PHA-2024-25: Application to USDA for MPR Funds for Oxbow Apartments
• Resolution PHA-2024-26: Application to the Clallam County Opportunity Fund for Eklund @ Gales
• Approval of October check registers totaling $536,461.15 for various properties
• Approval of October Section 8 Voucher check registers totaling $628,006.49
• Approval of October Outpost check registers totaling $2,552.21

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board will meet on November 20, 2024. The board will discuss several committee reports, including the Pacific Northwest Junior Livestock Auction, 4‑H/WSU Extension, and the Rodeo. It will consider special committee reports such as changes to the Superintendents’ Handbook, the Fairgrounds Master Plan, creation of a special committee on the fair budget, approval of fair superintendents, and a 2025 fair logo. New business includes scheduling the December board meeting and staff reports.

• Create a Special Committee on Fair Budget
• Approval of Fair Superintendents
• Fairgrounds Master Plan
• 2025 Fair Logo
• Pacific Northwest Junior Livestock Auction report

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider a resolution establishing growth and housing allocations for the county and its cities as part of the Comprehensive Plan update. They will also discuss agreements for lodging tax funding, a federal RAISE grant with the U.S. Department of Transportation, and fee schedule amendments. The meeting includes a review of the 2025 draft budget and several administrative approvals.

• Resolution reappointing Craig Jaeger to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (1b)
• Agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation for the RAISE Grant (2c)
• Resolution establishing growth and housing allocations in the Comprehensive Plan (3a)
• Briefing and call for hearing notices for fee schedule amendments (3b)
• Review of the 2025 draft budget (5b)

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The body is reviewing estimated revenue projections for 2024 and 2025 related to timber harvests and sales. The documents include planned and sold harvest maps for the Olympic Region and a detailed breakdown of contract values.

• Revenue projections for timber sales including contracts such as Black Diamond-Extended and On The Line
• FY 2024 and FY 2025 Planned and Sold Harvest maps for the Olympic Region
• Estimated total timber revenue of $17,945,343
• Non-timber revenue estimates including $911,625 from the Parched contract
• Projected 4th quarter and yearly total revenue estimates for various sale names

Revenue Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss DNR quarterly reports, timber sales, and trust land legalities. The meeting also includes discussions on Secure Rural Schools Title III funding and encumbered lands.

• DNR quarterly report follow-up and arrearage discussion
• Letter to the Board of Natural Resources regarding December timber sales
• Secure Rural Schools Title III Funding
• Legal discussion regarding trust lands
• Discussion on encumbered lands

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will review and approve the October meeting minutes, then hear a presentation by Dr. Kellie Carim on environmental DNA monitoring techniques for lamprey and a presentation by Lucas Hart on the Northwest Straits Commission’s future funding. Committee members will receive project updates on Ediz Hook revegetation, sound toxins, shellfish biotoxins, Pinto abalone, kelp surveys, and other ongoing work. The meeting will conclude with discussion of the next meeting date (Dec 16) and the 2025 draft workplan.

• Presentation by Dr. Kellie Carim (US Forest Service) on eDNA monitoring for lamprey
• Presentation by Lucas Hart (Northwest Straits Commission) on future funding
• Review and approval of October meeting minutes
• Project updates: Ediz Hook revegetation, sound toxins, shellfish biotoxins, Pinto abalone, kelp surveys
• Discussion of next meeting date (Dec 16) and 2025 draft workplan

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review its 2024 financial projections and discuss allocations for the 2025 hotel/motel lodging tax fund. A key agenda item is a request from Field Arts & Events Hall, presented by Executive Director Steven Raider‑Ginsburg, recommending a dedication of up to $500,000 to support the nonprofit facility’s operations. The committee will also receive an update on the 2024 Clallam County Parks request and recognize several community members.

• Review of financial LTAC projections – Mark Lane
• Field Arts & Events Hall funding request – recommendation for up to $500,000 cap (Steven Raider‑Ginsburg)
• Clallam County Parks 2024 request update
• Discussion on allocations for 2025 Hotel/Motel Lodging Tax fund
• Recognition of Lissy Andros, Donya Alward, Matt Peloquin, and Marc Abshire

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Clallam County Noxious Weed Control Board will conduct a Weed Enforcement Hearing for case number 001-2024. The board will adopt the July meeting minutes and consider a draft schedule for 2025 meetings. Additional agenda items include board updates, various program reports, and a public comment period.

• Weed Enforcement Hearing – Case No 001-2024
• Adopt July meeting minutes
• Draft 2025 meeting schedule
• Reports: Inspection/Outreach Program, Roadside Integrated Weed Management, Lake Sutherland Management District 2, Forest Service Project, Knotweed Projects, Financial
• Public comment

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board will receive a report on the fund's status and then discuss the 2025 timeline for the program, including possible adjustments. Members will vote on a bylaws amendment that shifts staff appointment authority to the Department of Community Development and on removing Article III Section B. Public comment will be limited to three minutes.

• Report on the Conservation Futures Fund status by Deputy CFO Rebecca Turner
• Discussion and possible adjustment of the 2025 program timeline
• Bylaws amendment to change staff appointment from the Board of Commissioners to the Department of Community Development
• Motion to remove Article III Section B regarding staggered member terms
• Public comment limited to three minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will adopt resolutions reappointing members to several advisory committees and boards. They will also discuss proposed budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies that will be voted on November 26. The meeting includes a public comment period and may enter executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Resolution reappointing members to the Lake Sutherland Steering Committee
• Resolution reappointing members to the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee
• Resolution reappointing Bruce Fernie to the Behavioral Health Advisory Board
• Discussion of proposed budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies for November 26 vote
• Pre‑application questionnaire with Office of Crime Victim Advocacy for the STOP Formula Grant

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board will approve routine vouchers, minutes, and several board appointments. It will adopt budget reductions, revisions, and supplemental appropriations totaling over $300,000, including $60,000 for enhanced 911 services. A public hearing will address a $473,882 debatable emergency related to shared services cost allocation. The board will also adopt the Six-Year 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program and the 2025 Annual Construction Program.

• Resolution appointing Alisen Mayfield to the Peninsula Housing Authority Board
• Budget reduction: $15,843 true‑up for 2023 shared services cost allocation
• Budget revision: $37,500 allocated to Norpoint Protective Services contract for sheriff’s jail staffing
• Supplemental appropriations: $60,000 for Sheriff 911 Enhanced, $112,000 for HHS operations, $26,009 for County Fair
• Resolution adopting the Six‑Year 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet to vote for a Board Chair and discuss several position vacancies. The meeting includes program updates from local health and family support services.

• Vote for Chair of the Board
• Discussion of vacancies for Tribal, Homeless, and SUD/MH service representatives
• Program update from Port Angeles Fire Department Community Paramedic
• Program update from First Step Family Support Center Parents As Teachers
• Program update from Transformations by Olympic Angels Love Box and Dare to Dream

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review staff visions, a Robin Hill stump cleanup, and committee updates. It will receive a 2025 budget update and several capital outlay proposals. The agenda includes a $800,000 request to replace the Juvenile Detention Control Board system, along with other facility improvement projects.

• $800,000 Juvenile Detention Control Board system replacement (Real Estate Excise Tax Projects)
• $250,000 Courthouse VAV air system box replacement (carry‑over capital outlay)
• $55,000 RV Bunk House model for Robin Hill Farm Park
• $175,000 Jail lock repair and replacement
• $75,000 Parks trail development and repair

Opportunity Fund Board

The Opportunity Fund Board unanimously approved a grant award of up to $700,000 to serve as a match for the Clallam County Economic Development Council's application for a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce Economic Development Administration. The board also reviewed applications for various local infrastructure projects, including sewer pump stations and housing developments, and discussed the disbursement of $6.4 million in available funds.

• Approved up to $700,000 match for Clallam EDC EDA grant
• Reviewed $6.4M available in Opportunity Fund reserves
• Approved $600K for Clallam Forest Products Innovation Program
• Reviewed applications for Clallam Bay sewer pump station
• Reviewed applications for Lyons Landing site development

Clallam County Finance Committee

The Clallam County Finance Committee will adopt the agenda and approve the third‑quarter 2024 minutes. It will review the county’s 3rd Quarter 2024 Portfolio Summary and activity. The committee will hear a Sympro update and a CashVest report for the same quarter before adjourning.

• Approve today’s agenda
• Approve 3rd Quarter 2024 minutes
• 3rd Quarter 2024 County Portfolio Analysis (summary and activity)
• Sympro investment update
• CashVest report on 2024 3rd quarter

Trails Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee discussed updates on the Olympic Discovery Trail and Olympic Adventure Trail, including the Forks to La Push project and the Towne Road/Dungeness Levee trail. The committee voted to prioritize the Western (Forks Area) gap, the Eastern (Joyce Area) gap, and the Bagley Creek Bridge replacement study for the 6-Year Transportation Improvement Program.

• ODT Forks to La Push project update
• Towne Road/Dungeness Levee trail project update
• Whiskey Creek Bridge replacement project update
• County acquisition of DNR River Road property
• Committee votes on RAISE grant project priorities

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will discuss a draft ordinance to update the Public Benefit Rating System. Staff will seek the commission's recommendation on the ordinance and advice on the timeline for a public hearing. The draft includes notice to more than 900 property owners enrolled in the program. No public hearing items or unfinished business are on the agenda.

• Public Benefit Rating System draft ordinance – staff recommendation sought and timeline for public hearing discussed

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider a notice to call a public hearing on November 26 for proposed General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures property tax levies. The meeting also includes routine approvals of vouchers, minutes, appointments to the Opportunity Fund Board, and a resolution to void outstanding claims. Several contract amendments are presented, covering projects such as the Juvenile Services Facility chiller replacement and the Clallam Slough Bridge replacement. A settlement offer in ongoing tax‑appeal litigation will be approved.

• Notice to call hearing on Nov 26 for proposed General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures property tax levies
• Agreement with Swift Plumbing & Heating for Juvenile Services Facility Chiller Replacement Project
• Amendment 1 with Washington State Department of Transportation for the Clallam Slough Bridge Replacement Project
• Amendment 1 with Clallam County Parks, Fair and Facilities to extend the 2024 Lodging Tax Funding request for Clallam Bay County Park
• Approval of settlement offer in numerous tax appeals in active litigation

Law Library Board

The board will adopt the agenda, approve the September 18, 2024 minutes, and receive updates on the Memorandum of Agreement, the IT department, library resources, and the disposal of books. No formal actions or votes are noted for these items.

• Memorandum of Agreement update
• IT Department update
• Resources update
• Disposal of books update

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss updates on shelter services and the creation of a mission statement and public messaging. The body will also review event planning and organization.

• Update on shelter services
• Creation of a mission statement
• Creation of public messaging
• Update on event planning and organization

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will schedule a hearing on November 26 to consider proposed levies for the General Purpose Property Tax, Road Fund Property Tax, and Conservation Futures Property Tax. It will discuss next steps on a settlement offer in multiple active tax‑appeal litigations. Additional items include a quit‑claim deed with the City of Sequim for South Seventh Avenue and a briefing on the upcoming Transportation Improvement Program hearing. Several appointments to advisory boards will also be confirmed.

• Discussion and next steps on settlement offer in numerous tax appeals (Item 3a)
• Quit Claim Deed with City of Sequim for South Seventh Avenue between West McCurdy Road and East Silverhorn Road (Item 2a)
• Notice to call for hearing on proposed General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures property tax levies (Item 4a)
• Briefing on hearing for the Six‑Year 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program and 2025 Annual Construction Program (Item 2b)
• Appointments to the Peninsula Housing Authority Board, Opportunity Fund Board, Behavioral Health Advisory Board, Marine Resources Committee, and other advisory committees (Items 1b‑1h)

Heritage Advisory Board

The Clallam County Heritage Advisory Board will consider approval of the October 7, 2024 meeting minutes. Members will review and vote on a draft Heritage Advisory Board (HAB) application and its guidelines. The board will discuss the timeline for 2025 HAB grant funding and related promotional activities. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, December 2, 2024.

• Approve minutes from the October 7, 2024 meeting
• Review and approve the draft HAB application and guidelines
• Discuss the 2025 funding timeline for HAB grants
• Discuss activities to promote the Heritage Advisory Board
• Set next meeting date for Monday, December 2, 2024

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee will meet to discuss the 2025 legislative agenda, strategic planning for the 2025 Housing Trust Funds, and the housing registry. The meeting includes a presentation on the GMA Comp Plan Update by Bruce Emery.

• Bylaws amendments
• Housing Registry
• 2025 Legislative Agenda
• 2025 Housing Trust Funds Strategic Planning
• GMA Comp Plan Update presentation

Revenue Advisory Committee

The Revenue Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from the Department of Natural Resources and receive an update on timber sales. Members will discuss the legality of the County Forest Board land trusts, encumbered lands, and a power letter to the BOCC. Additional presentations will cover forestlands in Clallam County.

• Timber Sale Update – Department of Natural Resources
• Discussion on Encumbered Lands to Clallam County
• Update on Power letter to BOCC DNR
• Legality of the County Forest Board Land Trusts – Jim Buck
• Forestlands in Clallam County – Gonnie Beauvais

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve routine vouchers, payroll, and minutes, and will adopt resolutions on budget reductions and supplemental appropriations. Items include returning $415,766 to the Health and Human Services budget, adding $2,601,623 for Developmental Disabilities services, and allocating funds for food assistance and micro‑enterprise programs. The board will also hear debatable emergency funding requests totaling $213,977 for the Prosecuting Attorney, Treasurer, and Auditor offices. Additional agenda items cover contracts, a bridge‑inspection agreement, and a bid notice for the Old Olympic Highway resurfacing project.

• Approve vouchers, special payroll, regular payroll, and minutes (Consent Agenda)
• Adopt budget reduction returning $415,766 to HHS and supplemental appropriations including $2,601,623 for Developmental Disabilities, $19,173 for health programs, $48,938 for food assistance, and $62,500 for a micro‑enterprise program
• Consider debatable emergency funding: $13,977 for Prosecuting Attorney, $40,000 for Treasurer’s REET contract, and $159,000 for Auditor’s ballot‑printing issues
• Agreement Amendment 1 with State of Washington for Help America Vote Act election funding
• Notice to call for bids for the Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project (deadline Nov 26, 2024)

Miscellaneous Meetings

The joint meeting of the Clallam County Board of Commissioners and the Port of Port Angeles will hear updates from the North Olympic Development Council and the Clallam County Economic Development Council, including a $5.33 M Forest Product Innovation Program. Additional updates will come from the Small Business Development Center and the Center of Inclusive Entrepreneurship, followed by discussion of possible collaborative projects such as using the airport as a JPSF alternate site. No formal actions are listed on the agenda; the items are presented for informational briefing and Q&A.

• $5.33 M Forest Product Innovation Program (Economic Development Council update)
• New $161,550 USDA Rural Business Development Grant starting Oct 1 for farm and food businesses
• $9,850 grant to Clallam County for education about off‑site septic systems
• $183,000 grant (split) for off‑site septic system management in Clallam and Jefferson Counties
• Potential collaborative projects: airport as JPSF alternate site, boating, infrastructure

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several agreement amendments and a chiller replacement project. The session includes a joint meeting with the Port of Port Angeles and a review of ARPA fund amendments.

• Agreement with Swift Plumbing & Heating for Juvenile Services Facility Chiller Replacement Project
• Agreement amendment 1 with WSDOT for the Clallam Slough Bridge Replacement Project
• Agreement amendment 1 with Sequim Food Bank for ARPA funds
• Agreement amendment 1 with Peninsula Housing Authority for ARPA funds
• Resolution authorizing Auditor to void outstanding claims and warrants from July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners is holding a special budget town hall meeting on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 5 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Commissioners Board Room, 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, Room 160, and will also be available via Zoom. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the 2025 Clallam County Budget. Public comment can be directed to the Clerk of the Board.

• Public discussion of the 2025 Clallam County Budget (town hall meeting)

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners meeting on October 23, 2024 includes a schedule of departmental briefings, advisory meetings, and a public comment period. No specific policy decisions, contracts, or rezoning actions are detailed in the agenda.

• Heritage Advisory Meeting
• JPSF Meeting
• SAO Meeting
• DCII session
• GIS session

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will approve weekly vouchers, payroll, and meeting minutes. They will adopt resolutions appointing members to the Homelessness Task Force, Housing Solutions Committee, Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee, and a proclamation for Pro Bono Law Week. The agenda includes agreements with the Washington State Military Department, the Welfare of Animals Guild, OUR RESCUE, and the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe. An expenditure of $1,980.35 to the North Olympic History Center will also be authorized.

• Approval of vouchers for the week of October 14
• Resolution appointing Iliana Jones to the Homelessness Task Force
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department and State 911 Funds for PenCom
• Agreement with Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe for Olympia oyster populations
• Authorization of $1,980.35 expenditure to the North Olympic History Center

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including appointing two members to the Homelessness Task Force and amending a state agreement to fund election improvements under the Help America Vote Act. They will discuss the over‑budget bid on the Juvenile Replacement Chiller Project and issue a notice for bids on the Old Olympic Highway resurfacing, due by November 19, 2024. Additional items include a bridge‑inspection agreement with WSDOT and a memorandum establishing a Utility Local Improvement District with Flaura’s Acres HOA.

• Resolution appointing Laurel Shriner and Jennifer Pelikan to the Homelessness Task Force
• Agreement Amendment 1 with the State of Washington Office of the Secretary of State for Help America Vote Act election funding
• Discussion of the over‑budget bid on the Juvenile Replacement Chiller Project
• Notice to call for bids for the Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project (deadline Nov 19, 2024)
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for bridge inspections

Budget Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a series of meetings to discuss the 2025 budget with department heads and staff. The agenda lists various departmental presentations and requests for capital projects.

• 2025 Budget Meetings with Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator
• Department presentations: DCI, Nox Weeds/LMDII, Clerk, JPSF, SAO, EOC, Veterans, GIS, Assessor
• Department requests: BOCC/NonDept/Dept Requests/Capital
• Department presentations: Sheriff, HHS, PFF, PW-Sewer/Bullman Beach, PW-Reservoir/Broadband, HR, Treasurer, Superior Ct, Auditor, DCD, Juvenile Services, Prosecutor, IT, Roads-PW/ER&R

Marine Resources Committee

The Clallam County Marine Resources Committee will review and approve the September meeting minutes and discuss upcoming events such as the Northwest Straits Commission conference. Members will receive updates on ongoing projects, including strategic and comprehensive plan subcommittees, and consider new business items like a Dec. 5 Studium Generale presentation and a request for a PNNL micro‑grid and marine renewable energy briefing. The meeting also includes a preview of a Dr. Kellie Carim eDNA monitoring presentation for the next session.

• Review and approval of September meeting minutes
• Announcement of Northwest Straits Commission conference (Nov 15‑16)
• Studium Generale presentation scheduled for Dec 5
• Request for Pacific Northwest National Laboratory micro‑grid & marine renewable energy presentation
• Review of Draft Areas of Concern – 2nd revision (September 16, 2024)

Budget Meetings

The October 18 meeting agenda lists a series of departmental and advisory sessions such as the Heritage Advisory meeting, Emergency Operations Center meeting, Planning Commission meeting, Juvenile Services meeting, and SAO meeting. No specific decisions, contracts, or dollar amounts are detailed in the agenda. The agenda primarily serves as a schedule for these discussions.

• Heritage Advisory meeting (hard stop)
• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) meeting
• Planning Commission meeting (hard stop)
• Juvenile Services (JPSF) meeting
• SAO meeting

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The committee approved the appointment of Pamela Hicks as secretary. A Department of Community Development item was postponed to a future meeting. Commissioners discussed a funding application for $35.6 million and a proposed beach‑access ramp for West Beach. They also noted a family concert scheduled at Clallam Bay School on September 20 at 1 p.m.

• Appointment of Pamela Hicks as committee secretary
• Department of Community Development item tabled for future meeting
• Discussion of funding application for $35.6 million
• Proposal packet for a beach‑access ramp at West Beach
• Family concert at Clallam Bay School on September 20 at 1 p.m.

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve September check registers and timesheets. The meeting includes a review of spending across multiple housing properties and the Section 8 voucher program.

• September Section 8 Vouchers check register: $627,167.91
• September property/program check registers total: $497,050.62
• Local Fund (Cost Center) expenditures: $199,491.76
• Public Plaza - Operating expenditures: $95,979.91
• Catholic Housing Services expenditures: $89,956.29

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will approve draft meeting minutes, review the 2024 assessment rolls, and consider final approval of administrative policies. The meeting will also address any follow-up administrative matters.

• Approval of draft meeting minutes from October 9, 2024
• Presentation of the Assessor's Certificate of Assessment Rolls for 2024
• Review of the Assessment Rolls for the 2024 assessment year
• Recommendation to approve BOE Policies
• Discussion of BOE administrative matters

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Draft Six-Year (2025‑2030) Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) at its October 16, 2024 meeting. After hearing public comments, the commission will review the TIP and make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners. The meeting also includes a work‑session introduction to an update of the County Comprehensive Plan.

• Public hearing on Draft Six-Year (2025‑2030) Transportation Improvement Program
• Review of 41 funded transportation projects included in the TIP
• Introduction to an update of the Clallam County Comprehensive Plan
• Open house on the TIP scheduled for October 8 at 6 p.m.
• Commission will recommend the TIP to the Board of County Commissioners

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a meeting on October 16, 2024, with virtual participation options via Zoom and live stream. The agenda lists a series of departmental and advisory meetings throughout the day, but does not specify any decisions or proposals. The schedule includes a Heritage Advisory meeting, Emergency Operations Center meeting, Juvenile Services Forum, and Planning Commission meeting among others.

• Heritage Advisory Meeting at 10:00 am
• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Meeting at 10:00 am
• Juvenile Services Forum (JPSF) Meeting at 2:30 pm
• SAO Meeting at 3:30 pm
• Planning Commission Meeting at 4:30 pm

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve weekly vouchers and minutes, discuss several inter‑agency agreements, and review the Rural Arterial Program prospectus for the Old Olympic Highway Project. It will adopt budget reductions that return $460,766 to Health and Human Services and approve supplemental appropriations that add more than $2.7 million for various programs, including a $2.6 million contract for Developmental Disabilities services. A hearing on debatable emergencies will address funding adjustments for the Prosecuting Attorney, Treasurer, and Auditor offices. The Board will also consider a legal services contract, a furniture procurement waiver, and an ordinance expanding water utility service to the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe.

• Amendment to Department of Health Agreement #20 (statement of work and funding)
• Rural Arterial Program final prospectus for Old Olympic Highway Project
• Budget reduction returning $460,766 to Health and Human Services
• Supplemental appropriations including $2,601,623 for Developmental Disabilities contract and $48,938 grant to Port Angeles Food Bank
• Resolution amending Ordinance 826 to expand water utility franchise to Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider several appointments and agreements, including new members to the Homelessness Task Force, Housing Solutions Committee, and Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee. They will authorize a $1,980.35 expenditure to the North Olympic History Center. The meeting also includes discussions on proposed budget reductions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies for the October 29 budget vote.

• Resolution appointing Iliana Jones to the Homelessness Task Force
• Resolution appointing Viola Ware and Stephen Workman to the Housing Solutions Committee
• Resolution authorizing $1,980.35 expenditure to the North Olympic History Center
• Discussion on proposed budget reductions to be considered on October 29
• Discussion on proposed supplemental appropriations to be considered on October 29

Budget Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners is conducting a series of budget meetings for the 2025 fiscal year. These sessions involve the Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator reviewing various department requests.

• Budget reviews for Affordable Housing, DCI, and Nox Weeds/LMDII
• Budget reviews for Clerk, HHS, and PFF
• Budget reviews for WSU, Auditor, DCD, Juvenile Services, Prosecutor, IT, and Roads-PW/ER&R
• Budget reviews for Sheriff, Treasurer, and Superior Court
• Final wrap up for BOCC/NonDept/Dept Requests/Capital

Budget Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners is conducting a series of budget meetings with the Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator. The schedule includes reviews of various county departments and requests for the 2025 budget.

• Budget reviews for Affordable Housing, DCI, and Nox Weeds/LMDII
• Budget reviews for the Clerk and Assessor
• Budget reviews for the Sheriff and HHS
• Budget reviews for Roads-PW/ER&R and PW-Sewer/BullmanBeach
• Budget reviews for the Prosecutor, IT, and Superior Court

Budget Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners will meet on October 10, 2024 to discuss the 2025 budget. The agenda includes a Heritage Advisory meeting, an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) meeting, a Planning Commission meeting, a Juvenile Services (JPSF) meeting, and a State and Administrative Operations (SAO) meeting. Public comment will be accepted via Zoom or in‑person.

• Heritage Advisory meeting
• Emergency Operations Center (EOC) meeting
• Planning Commission meeting
• Juvenile Services (JPSF) meeting
• State and Administrative Operations (SAO) meeting

Board of Equalization

The Clallam County Board of Equalization will swear in a third member, elect a chair, and discuss administrative matters including hearing formats and policies on late evidence and postponements.

• Swearing in of third Board of Equalization member
• Election of Board Chair
• Discussion of hearing formats and scheduling
• Policy on late evidence and postponements
• Review of 'reasonable time' waiver definitions

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider an ordinance to amend speed limits on county roads. The meeting includes several new agreements for public health, law enforcement training, and infrastructure, as well as a bid opening for a chiller replacement project.

• Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 11.04 regarding speed limits on county roads
• Call for hearing on November 12, 2024, for the Six-Year 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program
• Land purchase agreement with Ronald Konopaski for Middle Point pump station easement
• Bid opening for the Clallam County Chiller Replacement Project
• Agreement with Peninsula College to establish the jail as a nursing program training site

Budget Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners has scheduled a series of budget meetings for October 2024. These sessions involve the Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator reviewing departmental requests and capital needs.

• Budget reviews for Affordable Housing
• Budget reviews for Nox Weeds/LMDII
• Budget reviews for DCI
• Budget reviews for the Assessor
• Final wrap up for BOCC/NonDept/Dept Requests/Capital

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will approve draft minutes from the August 13, 2024 meeting, hear public comments, and receive updates on Project SAFER and employment services. The committee will also vote to recommend Christine Motokane’s membership to the Board of County Commissioners. Additional reports on supported employment, community inclusion, and state agency updates will be presented.

• Approval of draft meeting minutes from August 13, 2024
• Public comments limited to three minutes per speaker (10 minutes total)
• Project SAFER update: event had over 600 attendees and a film is in development
• DDAC vote to recommend Christine Motokane’s membership to the BOCC
• Outcome Report August 2024 covering Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and County Transition Program

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Clallam County Public Works Department is holding an open‑house public meeting to present the draft six‑year Transportation Improvement Program for 2025‑2030. The meeting will be at the Clallam County Courthouse, Room 160, 223 East 4th St., on October 8 at 6:00 p.m., with a Zoom option. County staff will overview the draft TIP, answer questions, and collect public comments.

• Open‑house public meeting on draft 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)
• In‑person location: Clallam County Courthouse, Room 160, 223 East 4th St.
• Virtual participation via Zoom (Meeting ID 938 0529 7962, passcode 12345)
• Staff will provide overview of the draft TIP and accept public comments

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review the administrator's recommended 2025 budget. The session includes presentations on school district levies and discussions on timberlands replacement. The board will also consider several assistance agreements for the North Peninsula and food bank.

• Review of recommended 2025 Clallam County Budget
• Port Angeles School District presentation on 2024 Bond and EP&O Levy measures
• Old Olympic Highway Project final prospectus form for Rural Arterial Program
• Agreements for North Peninsula Microenterprise Assistance with Department of Commerce and Center for Inclusive Entrepreneurship
• Agreement with Port Angeles Food Bank for Department of Agriculture food assistance

Budget Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners has scheduled a series of budget meetings for October 2024. These sessions involve the Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator reviewing departmental requests and capital items.

• Budget reviews for Affordable Housing, DCI, and Nox Weeds/LMDII
• Budget reviews for Clerk, Assessor, and Treasurer
• Budget reviews for Roads-PW/ER&R and PW-Sewer/BullmanBeach
• Budget reviews for Sheriff, HHS, and Prosecutor
• Final wrap-up for BOCC/NonDept/Dept Requests/Capital

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will meet to recommend the approval of board bylaws. The board will also review and make recommendations regarding the second call for HAB funding applications.

• Recommendation for approval of HAB Bylaws
• Review of HAB Funding Applications (2nd call)
• North Olympic History Center application for $1,980.35 for painting preservation
• North Olympic Peninsula Railroad application for $5,000 for asbestos removal from Rayonier Steam Engine

Housing Solutions Committee

The Clallam County Housing Solutions Committee meeting will receive quarterly updates on the 1406/1590 housing project and a presentation from the Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies. Members will discuss applications for an at-large committee position and consider legislation from Colorado on middle‑income housing. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• 1406/1590 Project Quarterly Updates
• Harvard Joint Center for Housing Studies presentation
• Review of four applicants for the At-Large Position
• Discussion of Colorado legislation supporting middle‑income housing (80‑120% AMI)
• Public comment on homelessness taskforce and emergency shelter funding

Budget Meetings

The Board of County Commissioners and budget officials are holding a series of meetings to review 2025 budget requests. The schedule includes sessions with various county departments and officials.

• Budget meetings with Affordable Housing
• Budget meetings with Nox Weeds/LMDII
• Budget meetings with the Assessor
• Budget meetings with the Sheriff
• Budget meetings with Roads-PW/ER&R

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a series of meetings on October 3 to discuss the 2025 budget with the Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator. The agenda also includes departmental update meetings such as the Heritage Advisory, JPSF, SAO, and Planning Committee meetings. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar‑amount items are listed.

• 2025 Budget Meetings with Commissioners, Administrator, CFO, Deputy CFO, and Budget Coordinator
• Heritage Advisory Meeting
• JPSF (Juvenile Services) Meeting
• SAO (Assessor) Meeting
• Planning Committee Meeting

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from Sheriff King regarding the Joint Public Safety Facility and the CCSO Drone Program. The meeting includes reports on jail projects and a review of recent personnel changes within the Sheriff's Office.

• Status of Joint Public Safety Facility
• CCSO Drone Program
• HCA Medicaid Transformation Project in the jail
• Animal Solutions Advisory Committee
• Personnel updates including promotions and new hires

Board of Equalization

The Board will swear in its members for the 2024 assessment year and elect a chair. It will review the annual Department of Revenue training. The board will also discuss policies, procedures, and the format for future hearings.

• Swearing in of the Board of Equalization for 2024 Assessment Year
• Election of a Board Chair
• Review of Annual Department of Revenue Training
• Discussion of policies and procedures (late evidence, postponements, waivers, reconvene requests)
• Discussion of hearing format (scheduling, chair’s remarks, clerk’s duties)

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee continued discussion of the Clallam County 6‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for trail projects, reviewing seven projects that have $3.75 million in RAISE grant planning funds. Members also examined two safety options for the Dungeness River Railroad Bridge and heard a presentation of possible Lodging Tax grant projects. No decisions were finalized; the group will revisit priorities at a future meeting.

• Discussion of TIP trail projects, including 7 projects funded by a $3.75 million RAISE grant
• Presentation of two safety options for the Dungeness River Railroad Bridge: speed limit sign vs. required dismounting
• Overview of potential Lodging Tax grant projects such as trail counting equipment, porta‑potties, a mobile visitor center, a new maintenance position, bike stations, and a viewpoint over Discovery Bay
• No public comments were received
• Scheduled Noxious Weeds Board presentation on ODT weed management for the next meeting

Crescent Community Advisory Council

The council will meet to approve May 2024 minutes and discuss updates from local agencies. The meeting includes reports on fire, water, and school services, as well as the Joyce Daze Festival.

• Approval of May 1, 2024 minutes
• Fire District 4 news
• DNR update
• Crescent Water & Port news
• Membership open positions for Grange, At-large, and Crescent School District Student Body

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board will hold its monthly meeting on October 2, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fair Kitchen. The meeting will be recorded on Zoom and will include reports on the 2024 fair wrap-up, committee updates, and new business items such as the 2025 fair theme and officer elections.

• Discussion of 2025 Clallam County Fair Theme
• Fair Board Officer Elections
• Review of County Policies Regarding Boards & Commissions
• Information Booth Fair Merchandise Sales Process
• Lack of Ribbons at Fair

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss the draft Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for 2025-2030. This plan identifies planned road, bridge, and trail projects, including 43 funded and 47 unfunded projects. A public hearing on the TIP is scheduled for October 16, 2024.

• Presentation of the 6-year Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) 2025-2030
• Review of 43 planned projects with secured or partial funding
• Review of 47 planned, unfunded road improvement projects (U1-U47)
• Discussion of the Olympic Discovery Trail as a priority transportation facility

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider routine approvals for vouchers, payroll and meeting minutes. It will call for a public hearing on October 15 to amend Ordinance 826 and expand the water utility franchise to the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe. The agenda also includes several contract agreements and a resolution to spend funds from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund for approved lodging‑tax applications.

• Call for hearing to amend Ordinance 826 expanding water utility franchise to the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe (hearing scheduled for Oct 15)
• Agreement amendment F with Anchor QEA, LLC for the Dungeness Off‑channel Reservoir Project
• Agreement with Children’s Home Society of Washington dba Akin for the Parents for Parents program
• Resolution authorizing expenditure from the Hotel/Motel Tax Fund for approved 2024 lodging‑tax funding applications
• Special services contract with outside legal counsel

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee will introduce its members, nominate and select board positions, and discuss the availability of shelter and foster services. The meeting also includes a slot for future agenda items and public comment. No specific decisions or approvals are noted in the agenda.

• Introductions by members
• Nomination/selection of board positions
• Discussion on available shelter/foster services
• Future agenda items
• Public comment

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will meet to approve minutes, discuss the 5-year plan update, and form a subcommittee for funding priorities. The meeting will include presentations on the Touchstone Campus and a Safe Parking program.

• Approval of August 6, 2024 minutes
• 5-year plan update – Consultant
• Touchstone Campus Presentation – 4PA
• Safe Parking – Trinity United Methodist Church
• Funding Priorities 2025-2027 – Discussion and Subcommittee Formation

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will review updates on the 2027 Master Plan and the 2025 County Budget. The meeting includes staff reports on grants and pet waste at Port Williams County Park, as well as a review of public correspondence regarding park security and facilities.

• 2027 Master Plan Team Committee update
• 2025 County Budget update
• Port Williams County Park pet waste update
• Review of security complaint at Robin Hill Park
• Discussion of survey results dashboard

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of County Commissioners will review several administrative agreements, including a land purchase easement for the Middle Point pump station. The meeting also includes a briefing and call for a hearing on the Six-Year 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program. Additional items involve contracts for legal services, economic development, and wellness training for deputies.

• Land purchase agreement with Ronald Konopaski for Middle Point pump station easement
• Special services contract with outside legal counsel (item 3a)
• Contract with Department of Commerce – Economic Development Administration for the Recompete Program (item 3b)
• Agreement with Grow Strong LLC for a wellness training program for patrol and corrections deputies (item 1e)
• Agreement with Washington Traffic Safety Commission for reimbursement of overtime spent on emphasis patrols (item 1f)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The committee will hear presentations on biochar (MynoCarbon) and the Around Again program, and receive general updates from Clallam County and nearby cities. It will discuss Chapter 9 recommendations of the County Solid Waste Management Plan. The meeting will also set the date and topics for the next session and allow brief public comments.

• Presentation on MynoCarbon – Biochar
• Presentation on Around Again program
• Discussion of Chapter 9 (Miscellaneous Solid Wastes) recommendations in the Solid Waste Management Plan
• Confirm next meeting date and targeted agenda items
• Public comment (limited to three minutes)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several supplemental appropriations and budget revisions. The meeting includes a hearing on emergency funding for indigent defense and sewer maintenance, as well as various service contracts.

• Proposed $627,924 for the Homeless Task Force to support local housing providers and Serenity House
• Hearing for 'Debatable Emergencies' including $135,000 for indigent defense and $60,000 for Carlsborg Sewer
• Contract with Lakeside Industries for the S. Airport Road project
• Call for a October 8 hearing regarding speed limits on county roads
• Proposed $70,052 for a jail community cleanup electric vehicle

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider amending a water utility franchise for the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and authorize lodging tax fund expenditures. The meeting also includes agreements with the Children’s Home Society and the Washington State Department of Agriculture.

• Call for hearing on amending Ordinance 826 regarding water utility franchise
• Resolution authorizing Lodging Tax Fund expenditures
• Agreement with Children’s Home Society for Parents for Parents program
• Agreement amendment with Anchor QEA for Dungeness Off-channel Reservoir Project
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Agriculture for hunger relief

Opportunity Fund Board

The Opportunity Fund Board unanimously recommended a $940,000 grant to the County Commissioners to fund the replacement of two sewer pump stations in the Clallam Bay/Sekiu area. The board also discussed reviewing upcoming applications and establishing a method for prioritizing them.

• Recommendation to approve $940,000 grant for Clallam Bay/Sekiu sewer pump station replacements
• Discussion on prioritizing future Opportunity Fund applications
• Review of Clallam EDC application for potential $4M grant match
• Approval of May 23, 2024, meeting minutes
• Conflict-of-interest review and program administrative review

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will consider a recommendation to appoint Pamela Hicks as secretary. Members will receive updates from the Department of Community Development and reports on local community activities, including the Sekiu Community Center and a local club. The meeting will also discuss future agenda items and conclude with scheduling the next meeting.

• Recommend appointing Pamela Hicks as secretary
• Department of Community Development update
• Community updates: Sekiu Community Center and Mike Dukes Club (31 members)
• Clallam County Parks update
• Discussion of future agenda items

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will review several resolutions, including updates to Section 8 payment standards and a succession plan. The meeting includes a presentation from the City of Port Angeles regarding a Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Resolution PHA-2024-23: GAP funding request for Oxbow apartments
• Resolution PHA-2024-22: Section 8 Payment Standards
• Resolution PHA-2024-24: Succession Plan update
• Approval of August check registers totaling $357,106.31 and Section 8 vouchers totaling $628,209.29
• Presentation from City of Port Angeles on Comprehensive Plan Update

Law Library Board

The Clallam County Law Library Board special meeting on September 18, 2024 will consider updates on the memorandum of agreement, IT department, library resources, and disposal of books. No decisions are recorded; the items are presented as informational updates. Public comment will be limited to three minutes. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Memorandum of Agreement update
• IT Department update
• Resources update
• Disposal of books update

Planning Commission

The Commission will present the County Assessor’s Current Use Program and continue its discussion, focusing on Chapter 27.08 criteria. Staff will also review a draft Public Benefit Rating System that outlines tax‑valuation reductions for conservation easements, historic sites, and other open‑space categories. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Presentation of Current Use Program from County Assessor
• Continued discussion on Current Use Program, Chapter 27.08 open‑space criteria
• Review of draft Public Benefit Rating System with tax‑valuation reduction tables
• Announcement of WSDOT US‑101 pre‑design study link
• No public hearing or commission action scheduled

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss county vehicle policies and the vacation of a portion of Arthur Avenue. The body will also review agreements with the Department of Ecology and the Department of Social and Health Services.

• Resolution for vacation of a County Right of Way for a portion of Arthur Avenue
• Resolution adopting amendments to Policy 450 Use of County Vehicles, and Personal Vehicles on County Business
• Agreement with Department of Ecology for Beaver Coexistence Project
• Agreement amendment 2 with Department of Social and Health Services for Developmental Disabilities
• Appointment of Dann May to the Planning Commission

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive a presentation on the 2023 Environmental Health Annual Report. The meeting includes an infectious disease update from the Health Officer and a review of draft minutes from August 20, 2024.

• Presentation of 2023 Environmental Health Annual Report by Jennifer Garcelon
• Infectious Disease Update from Health Officer Dr. Allison Berry
• Approval of August 20, 2024 draft meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss a proposed sales and use tax for a cultural program and a potential ordinance to change county road speed limits. The session also covers several inter-agency agreements and grant applications for county services.

• Consideration of .1% Sales and Use Tax for a Clallam County Cultural Access Program
• Proposed Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 11.04 regarding Speed Limits on County Roads
• Agreement with KnoxWorks LLC for updating the Homelessness Crisis Response & Housing Plan
• Agreement with Recreation and Conservation Office for Trail Equipment & Salt Creek Restroom Repair Projects
• Discussion regarding Flaura's Acres community septic system

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will review and approve the August meeting minutes, receive a series of project and planning updates, and hear a presentation by Phil Parisi on user‑friendly marine robots (BlueBoat and BlueROV) followed by an on‑water demonstration. The committee will also discuss a draft list of areas of concern for the BOCC and set the date for the next meeting on October 21.

• Review and approval of August meeting minutes
• Presentation by Phil Parisi on BlueROV (cost $8,000) and add‑ons: gripper $650, Ping360 sonar $2,650, sediment sampler $300, Doppler Velocity Log $7,500, Forward‑Looking Sonar $9,000
• Draft Areas of Concern list for BOCC (e.g., shoreline armoring, tsunami preparation, kelp beds, oil‑spill response)
• Discussion and scheduling of the next meeting for Monday, Oct 21
• Public comment period at the chair’s discretion

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee reviewed LTAC financial projections and discussed 2024 fund allocations. Members voted to approve multiple lodging‑tax funding requests, including a $157,500 grant for the Peninsula Trails Coalition. Other approvals covered grants for the Olympic Theatre Arts, Washington Festival and Events, and the Clallam Transit System.

• Review of financial LTAC projections presented by Mark Lane
• Approval of $157,500 funding request for Peninsula Trails Coalition
• Approval of $100,000 funding request for Olympic Theatre Arts
• Approval of $84,400 funding request for Washington Festival and Events
• Approval of $41,600 funding request for Clallam Transit System

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board will consider a bylaw change approval, discuss the bylaws and member term lengths, and review the 2025 timeline and priorities. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date for October 9, 2024.

• Bylaw change approval
• Discussion regarding bylaws and term lengths
• Discussion regarding 2025 timeline and priorities
• Public comment (three‑minute limit per speaker)
• Next meeting date set for October 9, 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider budget revisions and supplemental appropriations totaling over $860,000, including funding for indigent defense, election security, and a beaver coexistence project. The meeting also includes approval of contracts and a public hearing on a special assessment roll.

• Supplemental appropriations totaling $860,000 for indigent defense, election security, and housing
• Agreement amendment with Clallam Public Defender for Indigent Public Defense Services
• Agreement with SWCA Environmental Consultants for wildfire protection planning
• Call for hearing on October 15, 2024, regarding Lake Sutherland Management District 2 special assessment roll
• Briefing and call for bids on Clallam County Chiller Replacement Project

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will discuss updates on the mental health program at the Clallam County Correction Facility and the comprehensive behavioral health and wellness plan of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula. It will also review the 2024 program spenddown and consider several vacant advisory positions. No formal decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Position vacancies: Tribal Representative, Private Provider of Mental Health Services, Services for the Homeless Representative
• Clallam County Correction Facility – Mental Health Professionals program update
• Boys & Girls Clubs of the Olympic Peninsula – Comprehensive Behavioral Health and Wellness Plan update
• 2024 Program Spenddown review

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will review and discuss budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies slated for a September 24 vote. They will also consider several agreements, including wildfire protection planning with SWCA and a Beaver Coexistence Project with the Department of Ecology. Additional items include appointments to the Planning Commission and the Port Crescent Pioneer Cemetery, and a letter of support for the Olympic Discovery Trail route.

• Resolution appointing Dann May to the Planning Commission
• Agreement with SWCA Environmental Consultants for wildfire protection planning
• Agreement with Department of Ecology for Beaver Coexistence Project
• Letter of support for Olympic Discovery Trail route through Calawah property
• Discussion on proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies for September 24

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will discuss the 2025 budget and review proposed bylaws for approval. The board is also providing updates on grant applications and funding requests for local history centers and museums.

• Review and recommendation for approval of Board Bylaws
• Discussion on 2025 Budget
• Update on North Olympic History Center funding request
• Update on 2nd call for grant applications
• Update on Sequim Museum 2023 funding request ($10,000)

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee will meet to discuss amendments to its bylaws and the at-large member position. The agenda also includes a review of middle housing legislation from Colorado.

• Bylaws amendments
• At-Large Position discussion
• Middle Housing Colorado Legislation
• Review of August 2, 2024 minutes

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee received updates on several trail projects, including the ODT Forks‑to‑La Push bridge, the OAT Whiskey Creek bridge, and the DNR River Road property acquisition. Members reviewed the status of the $3.75 million portion of the $16.130 million RAISE grant and its upcoming signing. The committee continued discussion on the county’s six‑year Transportation Improvement Program (2025‑2030) to set priorities for trail projects. No formal actions were taken during this meeting.

• ODT Forks‑to‑La Push bridge design scope under review; contract award preparation underway
• RAISE grant agreement pending signatures, providing $3.75 million for county trail projects
• OAT Whiskey Creek 60‑ft reinforced polymer bridge components delivered for installation before the September fish‑window
• County acquisition of DNR River Road property moving into escrow with closing expected later in the fall
• Towne Road/Dungeness Levee trail work completed; final contractor tasks slated for early September

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board announced that its regular meeting on September 4, 2024 will not take place. The cancellation means no agenda items will be discussed or decided at this time. A new meeting date will be set later.

• Information Booth Fair Merchandise Sales Process
• Lack of Ribbons at Fair
• Fair Food
• Announcing 2025 Clallam County Fair Theme
• Dog and Art Barn Permits (Director's Report)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a security agreement with the Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts and set a hearing date for a proposed special assessment roll in the Lake Sutherland Management District 2.

• Agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for courthouse security
• Hearing scheduled for October 15, 2024, regarding Lake Sutherland Management District 2 assessment roll
• Discussion of Highway 101 projects scheduled for September 9
• Joint meeting with Port of Port Angeles scheduled for October 28
• Department of Natural Resources meeting scheduled for November 18

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will meet to approve payroll, vouchers, and committee appointments. The board will also consider a preliminary 2025 budget and a contract for 360-degree GeoCycloramas services.

• Approval of payroll and vouchers for August
• Resolution appointing Victoria Balint to Revenue Advisory Committee
• Resolution authorizing expenditures from Chemical Dependency / Mental Health Fund reserve
• Agreement with Cyclomedia Technology, Inc. for GeoCycloramas services
• Presentation of Preliminary 2025 Budget

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet on September 3, 2024. The board will consider the new Parks Master Plan request for proposals and process. Staff reports will include updates on grants, the five‑year capital plan, a Ventek presentation on automated fee machines, and a pet‑waste sign project at Port Williams. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• New Business: Parks Master Plan RFP & Process
• Staff Report: Grants Update
• Staff Report: Parks, Fair & Facilities 5‑Year Capital Plan
• Staff Report: Ventek Presentation on automated fee machines
• Staff Report: Port Williams County Park Pet Waste – Update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve routine items including vouchers, meeting minutes, and a resolution appointing Elizabeth Pratt to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. Commissioners will consider a resolution to start the S. Airport Road resurfacing project (CRP C1262) and review several contract amendments with state agencies. The meeting also includes budget revisions for the Harm Reduction Center ($51,290) and Sheriff’s Jail reallocation to fund Norpoint Security ($80,000), supplemental appropriations for juvenile services grants ($5,735 and $15,000), and a hearing on emergency funding requests totaling $991,095.

• Approval of vouchers and minutes for the week of August 19
• Resolution appointing Elizabeth Pratt to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Resolution to initiate S. Airport Road resurfacing (CRP C1262)
• Budget revision: $51,290 for Harm Reduction Center and $80,000 for Norpoint Security contract
• Supplemental appropriations: $5,735 and $15,000 grants for Juvenile Services

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to initiate the S. Airport Road resurfacing project (CRP C1262) and a supplemental agreement with the Washington State Department of Transportation to increase funding for that work. Additional items include appointments to the Revenue Advisory Committee and the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee, and authorizing expenditures from the Chemical Dependency/Mental Health Fund reserve. A briefing will be scheduled for a hearing on a proposed amendment to County Policy 450 regarding use of county and personal vehicles.

• Resolution appointing Victoria Balint to the Revenue Advisory Committee
• Resolution appointing members to the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee
• Resolution authorizing expenditures from the Chemical Dependency / Mental Health Fund reserve for an approved special project
• Agreement supplemental with Washington State Department of Transportation to increase funding for S. Airport Road Resurfacing
• Resolution to initiate county road project CRP C1262, S. Airport Road Resurfacing

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting on August 22, 2024 at the Sekiu Community Center. Members will vote to fill the leadership roles of Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary, and discuss bylaws, community updates, and membership positions. The meeting also includes a parks update from Don Crawford and a review of the July 17 minutes.

• Selection of Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary
• Bylaws discussion
• Community updates
• Membership/positions: At-large Representative and Clallam Bay School District Representative
• Clallam County Parks update – Don Crawford

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will consider approving the FY2025 budget amendment, contracts for property improvements, and various check registers totaling nearly $1 million. The meeting will also address Section 8 management certifications and applications for state housing funds.

• Approve FY2025 Budget Amendment
• Contract for improvements at 727 E 8th
• Approve check registers totaling $999,474.16
• Approve Section 8 check registers totaling $1,231,830.11
• WA State Housing Trust Fund application for Eklund @ Gales

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve weekly vouchers, payroll and minutes, and set a public hearing for a proposed vacation of a portion of Arthur Avenue on September 17. The board will consider several inter‑agency agreements, including a RAISE Grant with the U.S. DOT and Washington State DOT, a dive‑survey contract with the Puget Sound Restoration Fund, and three Conservation Futures grants with the North Olympic Land Trust. A bid award to Lakeside Industries, Inc. and a request for proposals for a low‑income housing planning consultant will also be discussed.

• Call for hearing on proposed vacation of a portion of Arthur Avenue (Sept 17, 10:30 a.m.)
• Agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation and Washington State Department of Transportation for RAISE Grant
• Agreement with Puget Sound Restoration Fund for conducting synoptic dive surveys
• Bid award – Lakeside Industries, Inc.
• Request for proposals opening – Clallam County low‑income housing planning consultant

Board of Health

The Board of Health will receive a presentation on the 2023 Public Health Annual Report from Madison Gallentine. The meeting includes an infectious disease update from the Health Officer and discussions on future agenda items.

• Presentation of the 2023 Public Health Annual Report
• Infectious Disease Update from the Health Officer
• Future agenda item: Air Quality and Noise Ordinance
• Future agenda item: Vaccination Rates
• Future agenda item: Update on Behavioral Health Organization (BHO)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution to appoint Elizabeth Pratt to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee. It will also consider Amendment 2 to an agreement with the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office for the North Olympic Peninsula Lead Entity. Additional discussion items include the Opportunity Fund and a briefing on Cyclomedia. A joint meeting with the Department of Natural Resources will address its quarterly income report.

• Resolution appointing Elizabeth Pratt to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Agreement amendment 2 with Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office for North Olympic Peninsula Lead Entity
• Discussion regarding the Opportunity Fund
• Briefing and next steps on Cyclomedia
• Department of Natural Resources Joint Meeting – quarterly income report (August 19, 1 p.m.)

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The body is reviewing FY 2025 planned and sold harvest data and revenue projections from the Department of Natural Resources. The documents detail estimated timber sales and non-timber revenue for various project sites.

• Total projected timber revenue of $6,425,877
• Total non-timber revenue projections of $1,841,577
• Projected revenue from the Tyee West site estimated at $745,313
• Projected revenue from the Beaver Hill site estimated at $877,124
• Projected revenue from the Tiger Stripes site estimated at $1,032,075

Revenue Advisory Committee

The Revenue Advisory Committee will meet to receive updates on Department of Natural Resources timber sales and the Power Plant timber sale. The body will also discuss the Encumbered Lands Proviso and its potential revenue for Clallam County beneficiaries.

• Timber Sale Update from the Department of Natural Resources (DNR)
• Discussion on Encumbered Lands Proviso revenue
• Update on Power Plant timber sale letter from BOGC to DNR

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will approve minutes, receive project reports, and discuss a presentation on autonomous surface vehicle technology.

• Approval of July minutes
• Presentation on PNNL micro-grid and Marine Renewable Energy
• Presentation on autonomous surface vehicle BlueBoat technology
• Discussion of next meeting date and agenda
• Review of Clallam County Hazard Mitigation Plan update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations. They are calling for a hearing on August 27 to address debatable budget emergencies, including insurance premium increases and litigation costs. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an ordinance regarding the Lake Sutherland Management District 2.

• Public hearing for Ordinance amending Clallam County Code 27.03, Lake Sutherland Management District 2
• Proposed $687,000 for HR-Risk Management appraisal litigation and insurance premium increases
• Proposed $150,000 for NonDepartmental leave payouts
• Bid opening for S. Airport Road Resurfacing Project C1262
• Agreement amendments for Joyce area broadband and Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir Project

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will review updates on Project SAFER and the 2nd Annual Project SAFER Event. The body will also receive reports on employment and community inclusion services.

• Project SAFER Event scheduled for August 15, 2024, at the Clallam County Fair
• Resignation of DDAC Member Alan Caverly
• Presentation by Morningside on employment and community inclusion
• Emergency Preparedness update from Pierce Jones and Associates
• June 2024 Outcome Report covering Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and the County Transition Program

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies for a meeting on August 27. The session also includes agreements with state transportation departments and land trusts, as well as a public hearing for a road vacation.

• Discussion of proposed budget revisions for August 27
• Discussion of proposed supplemental appropriations for August 27
• Discussion of proposed debatable emergencies for August 27
• Public hearing for vacation of Arthur Avenue on September 17
• Agreement with U.S. DOT for RAISE Grant

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee will approve the July 3, 2024 meeting minutes and receive updates on several Olympic Discovery Trail and Olympic Adventure Trail projects. Members will discuss input on locations and messaging for new information kiosks, standards for equestrian path materials, and the upcoming 6‑Year Transportation Improvement Program update for 2025‑2030. The agenda also includes a review of the $16,130,000 RAISE grant awarded for multi‑use trail planning across the region.

• Review and discuss the $16,130,000 RAISE grant for Puget Sound to Pacific multi‑use trail planning
• Input on location and messaging/content priorities for new information kiosks on the ODT and OAT
• Discussion of equestrian path material types and standards along the ODT
• Continued discussion of the 6‑Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for trail projects (2025‑2030 update)
• Approval of meeting minutes from July 3, 2024

Planning Commission

The commission will conduct a public hearing on five Current Use Assessment applications and discuss the associated public‑benefit rating. A work‑session will follow to further examine the Current Use Assessment/Public Benefit Rating. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, announcements of district vacancies, and public comment periods.

• Public hearing on five Current Use Assessment applications (Item I)
• Work‑session discussion of Current Use Assessment/Public Benefit Rating (Item J)
• Announcements: vacancy for District 2 and District 3 positions (Item F)
• Approval of minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting (Item E)
• Public comment periods on agenda items (Items G and K)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve weekly vouchers and minutes, adopt a resolution on alternate positions for the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee, and discuss several inter‑agency agreements. Items include a reimbursement agreement with the State Courts, an amendment for the Edgewood Drive Project, and a hanger‑space agreement with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. A separate resolution will address the impoundment of dangerous animals.

• Approval of vouchers for the week of July 29
• Approval of minutes for the week of July 29
• Resolution establishing alternate positions on the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee
• Agreement amendment 1 with Washington State County Road Administration Board for Edgewood Drive Project
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for hanger space in Sequim

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will consider several items, including a vote to approve a letter of support for Peninsula Behavioral Health’s “2nd & Oak Project.” The meeting will also discuss barriers to homelessness services related to camping and grant codes, and provide an update on respite care. Additional agenda items cover updates to the 5‑year plan, future funding priorities, and presentations on safe parking, Housing First, and therapeutic courts.

• Vote to approve letter of support for Peninsula Behavioral Health’s “2nd & Oak Project”
• Discussion of camping and grant code barriers to homelessness services
• Respite Care update presented by Sharon Maggard and Helen Kenoyer
• 5‑year plan update – CLIHP Grant – WA Commerce local guidance plan
• Future agenda topics: safe parking, 2025‑2027 funding priorities, Housing First model

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss adjustments to the 2025 Parks Master Fee Schedule and the Washington State Parks 2025 fee updates. Staff will present a recommendation to add a user fee for credit‑card payments at new Autopay kiosks, estimating $2,000 in annual kiosk costs plus $2,000‑$3,000 in transaction fees. Additional items include a report on the 2026 Parks Master Plan team, a Lake Pleasant piling project update, and public comment time.

• 2025 Parks Master Fee Schedule Adjustment (potential fee changes)
• Washington State Parks 2025 Fees Update
• Autopay kiosk implementation with a new user fee; staff estimates $2,000 per year for kiosk expenses and $2,000‑$3,000 per year in transaction fees
• Coin‑operated showers conversion to timer‑based mechanism (current revenue approx. $6,000 annually)
• Lake Pleasant Piling Project Update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to discuss administrative agreements, public works projects, and the 2025 budget timeline. The session includes reviews of broadband grants and streamflow restoration efforts.

• Preliminary 2025 Clallam County Budget will be available September 3, 2024
• Agreement with Stephanie Marshall – Bennu Law for Hearing Examiner services
• Agreement amendment with Department of Commerce State Broadband Office for Joyce area broadband grant
• Deed of right to use land with State of Washington for streamflow restoration and conservation
• Agreement amendment with Washington Water Trust for Dungeness Off-Channel Reservoir Project

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will discuss next steps for the draft bylaws. It will also review correspondences from the North Olympic History Center and consider a possible second call for HAB funding applications, including notice, press release, and application guidelines. The meeting includes approval of the June 3, 2024 minutes and two public comment periods limited to three minutes each.

• Discussion and next steps regarding draft Bylaws
• Discussion and next steps regarding North Olympic History Center correspondences
• Discussion and next steps regarding possible 2nd call for HAB funding applications – notice, press release, application and guidelines
• Approval of minutes: June 3, 2024
• Public comment limited to three minutes (two separate periods)

Housing Solutions Committee

The Housing Solutions Committee approved a resolution allocating up to $1.5 million from the Sales Tax Fund (1406) for a 24‑unit multi‑family project in southwest Port Angeles, contingent on the Peninsula Housing Authority securing additional funding. The committee also reviewed draft bylaws amendments, including a name change and the addition of Veteran Support and Olympic Housing Trust as members, and considered a proposal to allow alternates to vote. Presentations were given on West End workforce housing and ADU financing, and no new business was scheduled. The next meeting is set for September 6, 2024 at 9 a.m.

• Resolution to allocate up to $1.5 million (Sales Tax Fund 1406) for 24‑unit multi‑family project in southwest Port Angeles, FY 2025
• Draft bylaws amendments: name change, addition of Veteran Support and Olympic Housing Trust, discussion of alternate voting members
• Presentation by 10,000 Years Institute on West End workforce housing
• Presentation by First Federal on ADU financing
• No new business scheduled for this meeting

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Board is meeting to review committee reports and unfinished business. The board will discuss fair board by-laws, fund allocation, and a fair survey. Progress updates on the Dog Barn grant and Art Barn roof are also scheduled.

• Fair Board By-Laws
• WSDA Fair Fund Allocation
• Fair Survey
• Dog Barn Grant and Progress
• Art Barn Roof Progress

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve routine vouchers, payroll and minutes, and adopt several resolutions including appointing a Fair Advisory Board member and re‑establishing the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee. It will review agreements with the Washington State Health Care Authority for a Reentry Demonstration Initiative for the Sheriff’s Office and Juvenile Services. The meeting includes budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, notably $1.125 million for sheriff jail Medicaid billing, $125 000 USDA wildfire defense grant, and a $20 000 emergency purchase of a fairground mower. A public hearing on an amendment to the Lake Sutherland Management District ordinance is also scheduled.

• Resolution appointing Christine Paulsen to the Fair Advisory Board
• Agreement with Washington State Health Care Authority for Reentry Demonstration Initiative (Sheriff’s Office)
• Budget revision reallocating $6,000 for laboratory equipment and $675,804.65 from hotel/motel tax funds
• Supplemental appropriation of $1,125,000 for sheriff jail Medicaid billing (half of $2.25 M award)
• Debatable emergency: $20,000 replacement of Fairground front mower FG173

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will discuss an agreement to reimburse costs related to the Blake decision and an amendment to the Edgewood Drive project agreement. The meeting will also include discussions on animal advisory committees, a sales tax for cultural access, and hearing examiner services.

• Agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for Blake decision reimbursement
• Agreement amendment 1 with Washington State County Road Administration Board for Edgewood Drive Project
• Resolution re-establishing the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee
• Discussion on HB 1575 for a 1/10 of 1% Sales and Use Tax for Cultural Access Programs
• Discussion on Hearing Examiner Services

Law Library Board

The Law Library Board will meet to discuss several administrative updates. The board is scheduled to review the Memorandum of Understanding, IT department status, resources, and the disposal of books.

• Memorandum of Understanding update
• IT Departments update
• Resources update
• Disposal of books update

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will approve the May 2024 meeting minutes and hear updates on organics management from Sisterland Farm, WSU Extension, the City of Port Angeles, and Lazy J Farms. They will review Ecology's responses to questions from the May meeting and discuss Chapter 8 (Organics) recommendations in the County Solid Waste Management Plan. A brief update to the Comprehensive Plan will also be presented.

• Approve May 2024 meeting minutes
• Organics Management Updates – Sisterland Farm, WSU Extension, City of Port Angeles, Lazy J Farms
• Ecology response to questions from May meeting
• Discuss Chapter 8 (Organics) recommendations in the Solid Waste Management Plan
• Comprehensive Plan Updates – Meggan

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board will meet to discuss bylaw changes and the approval of grant agreements for Cameron Farm, Heifer Farm North, and Heifer Farm South.

• Approval of grant agreements for Cameron Farm, Heifer Farm North, and Heifer Farm South
• Discussion of bylaw changes
• Cameron Farm Estates project grant not to exceed $630,000 for a 39-acre conservation easement

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will conduct a mid-year budget status review hearing. The meeting includes voting on various state and local agreements regarding homelessness, public safety, and infrastructure.

• 2024 Mid-Year Budget Status Review hearing
• Kroger Opioid Settlement approval
• Land purchase agreements for Bear Creek Road Fish Passage
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project
• Call for proposals for Coordinating Low-income Housing Planning Consultant

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Clallam County Noxious Weed Control Board will adopt the minutes from the previous meeting and receive updates and correspondence. Staff and agency reports will be presented, covering projects, the Lake Sutherland Management District, the Forest Service, knotweed projects, the Road Department IWM, and financial matters. The board will consider the 2025 budget for the program. The meeting will conclude with public comment, motion reviews, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Adopt minutes from the prior meeting
• Board updates and correspondence
• Staff, general, and project reports (including Lake Sutherland, Forest Service, knotweed, Road Dept IWM, financial)
• Discussion of the 2025 budget
• Public comment and announcements

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss the appointment of Christine Paulsen to the Fair Advisory Board and review agreements for a state health care initiative. The meeting also includes a public hearing notice for a Lake Sutherland Management District ordinance.

• Resolution appointing Christine Paulsen to Fair Advisory Board
• Agreement with Washington State Health Care Authority for Reentry Demonstration Initiative ($2,250,000)
• Call for hearing on Lake Sutherland Management District 2 ordinance
• Animal rescue crisis discussion
• Letter of approval for Clallam Bay / Sekiu Fun Days assembly permit fee waiver ($150)

Clallam County Finance Committee

The Clallam County Finance Committee will review the county's portfolio analysis and activity for the second quarter of 2024. The meeting includes a report from CashVest regarding second quarter 2024 data.

• Review of 2nd Quarter 2024 County Portfolio Analysis
• Sympro update
• CashVest Report on 2024 2nd Quarter

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss budget reallocations, supplemental appropriations for the Sheriff's office, and a bid award for sewer replacement. The board will also consider a resolution supporting a levy lid lift for the Olympic Medical Center.

• Bid award to Bruch & Bruch Construction, Inc. for the Sekiu Sewer Main Replacement Project
• Supplemental appropriation of $1,125,000 for Medicaid billing infrastructure at Clallam County Correctional Facility
• Supplemental appropriation of $629,566 for a field response effort to assist civilians in mental distress
• Budget reallocation of $675,804.65 for approved lodging tax applications
• Proposed $20,000 emergency replacement of a Fairground front mower (FG173)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is reviewing several intergovernmental agreements and discussing proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and emergency funding. The session includes planning for low-income housing and road resurfacing projects.

• Contract with Washington State Military Department for emergency dispatch center ($45,650)
• Call for bids for S. Airport Road Resurfacing Project C1262
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Transportation for Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project
• Request for proposals for a Coordinating Low-income Housing Planning Consultant
• Agreements with Washington State Department of Commerce and Serenity House of Clallam County to address homelessness

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board will meet to adopt the approved 2024 bylaws. The board is also scheduled to approve grant agreements for Cameron Farm, Heifer Farm North, and Heifer Farm South.

• Adoption of 2024 bylaws
• Grant agreement for Cameron Farm
• Grant agreement for Heifer Farm North
• Grant agreement for Heifer Farm South

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to the Sheriff’s Department Civil Processes Fee Schedule. The agenda also includes opening bids for the Sekiu Main Sewer Replacement Phase I and reviewing several professional service agreements.

• Ordinance amending Clallam County Code Chapter 5.100 (Sheriff’s Department fees)
• Bid opening for Sekiu Main Sewer Replacement Phase I
• Agreement with Amanda K. Sanders for Community Prevention and Wellness Initiative
• Agreement with Clear Creek Psychological Associates for youth services
• Letter of support for Upper Cowan Ranch Hoko River Restoration Project