Clallam County public meetings in 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $2,291,293.85 and payroll of $2,734,695.18, adopt several contract and agreement amendments, and consider a resolution declaring an emergency for the East Bay Street culvert failure. They will also adopt new indigent defense standards effective January 1, 2026 and a modest $3,750 budget revision for the Parks & Facilities REET project.

• Approve vouchers: $593,506.01 (week of Dec 15) and $1,697,787.84 (week of Dec 22)
• Approve payroll vouchers totaling $2,734,695.18
• Resolution declaring emergency for East Bay Street (Road #39350) culvert failure
• Resolution adopting new indigent defense caseload, case-weight, and standards (effective Jan 1 2026)
• Resolution to revise Parks & Facilities REET budget by $3,750

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider a resolution declaring an emergency for the East Bay Street (Road #39350) culvert failure. It will also appoint Janice Wilson to the Planning Commission and adopt new indigent defense standards effective Jan. 1, 2026. Additional items include contract amendments with Sequim and Port Angeles for criminal justice services.

• Resolution declaring an emergency for East Bay Street (Road #39350) culvert failure
• Resolution appointing Janice Wilson to the Planning Commission
• Resolution authorizing new indigent defense caseload and standards effective Jan. 1, 2026
• Contract amendment 1 with City of Sequim for criminal justice services
• Contract amendment 1 with City of Port Angeles for criminal justice services

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session on December 22, 2025, at 223 East 4th Street in Port Angeles. The meeting agenda lists items that will also be discussed on Tuesday's agenda, though no specific topics are detailed in the provided text.

• Work session scheduled for December 22, 2025
• Meeting location: 223 East 4th Street, Room 160, Port Angeles
• Items also on Tuesday's agenda

Charter Review Commission

The Commission will review a proposed charter amendment regarding the Voters Pamphlet and a recommendation for land acquisition. The body will also address attorney-client privilege and potential by-law changes.

• Voters Pamphlet Proposed Charter Amendment (Step 4)
• Land Acquisition Committee proposed recommendation to the BOCC
• Discussion on attorney-client privilege and proposed by-laws
• Budget update provided in the Chair Report

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will approve the November timesheet for Executive Director Sarah Martinez and the November meeting minutes. It will also approve several November check registers, including operating, Section 8, and Outpost payments totaling $1,039,332.93. In new business, the board will consider Resolution PHA-2025-24 to update the Schedule of Charges (Schedule K). The meeting will conclude with an executive session before adjourning.

• Approve Executive Director Sarah Martinez November timesheet
• Approve November regular meeting minutes
• Approve November operating check registers totaling $397,087.13
• Approve November Section 8 check registers totaling $634,368.92
• Resolution PHA-2025-24: Update to Schedule of Charges (Schedule K)

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on the County Comprehensive Plan update. The session will focus on the Transportation Element (Section 31.04), comments from the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe, and public input. Commissioners will also discuss rezoning notifications for the Sequim and Clallam Bay/Sequim Urban Growth Areas. No formal decisions are recorded for this meeting.

• Continued public hearing on the County Comprehensive Plan update
• Discussion of Transportation Element (Section 31.04) and tribal comments
• Review of rezoning notices for Sequim and Clallam Bay/Sequim UGA

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $991,659.97 and adopt several resolutions, including reappointing health board members and closing East Beach Road. They will hold hearings on two ordinances that amend the Consolidated Fee Schedule for fairgrounds (215-A) and parks (205-A). A resolution will consider a $3,750 budget revision for the Real Estate Excise Tax in Parks & Facilities. Additional contract agreements with various local agencies will be presented.

• Approval of vouchers for $991,659.97 (Warrant numbers 9947110-9947324)
• Resolution authorizing closure of East Beach Road
• Hearing on Ordinance amending Consolidated Fee Schedule – Fairgrounds Fee Schedule 215-A
• Hearing on Ordinance amending Consolidated Fee Schedule – Parks Department Fee Schedule 205-A
• Resolution to adopt a $3,750 budget revision for REET in Parks & Facilities

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider a resolution to close East Beach Road and approve multiple contract amendments with state and local agencies, including the Department of Ecology and Salish Behavioral Health. They will discuss surplus county property, budget revisions for December 30, and the Ethics Review Board ballot measure form. Public comment is invited before the meeting proceeds to an executive session for personnel and legal matters.

• Resolution authorizing closure of East Beach Road
• Agreement amendment 1 with Department of Ecology for the Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
• Contract amendment G with Salish Behavioral Health for the Criminal Justice Treatment Account (youth support)
• Discussion to declare county‑owned properties surplus
• Approval of the For and Against form for the Ethics Review Board 2026 ballot measure

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will vote on the final 2025‑2026 workplan and discuss member representation structures. The meeting includes a presentation on ideas from the Northwest Straits Initiative conference and updates on volunteer time logs and upcoming events. Public comment is limited to three minutes per participant.

• Finalization and approval of the 2025‑2026 MRC workplan
• Discussion of MRC member positions (at‑large vs specific community group seats)
• Presentation by Chelsea Korbulic on ideas from the Northwest Straits Initiative conference
• Volunteer time log submission due Jan 7 for October‑December hours
• Announcement of Studium Generale event on Jan 22 at Peninsula College

Charter Review Commission

The Land Acquisition Committee of the Clallam County Charter Review Commission is meeting to discuss a resolution. The committee will determine next steps for a land recommendation to be sent to the Commission.

• Discussion of a resolution for land recommendation to the Commission

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will meet on December 11, 2025 at the Sekiu Community Center. The agenda includes a request for agenda modifications, public comment, approval of minutes from prior meetings, and an open discussion with community updates. The committee will also consider future agenda items and set the next meeting date for January 8, 2026.

• Open discussion
• Community updates
• Future agenda items
• Public comment
• Approval of minutes for February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, August 28, and November 13, 2025

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee met on Dec. 11, 2025 and received updates on deputy employment, the correction center, county parks, and library services. The committee discussed high school, housing, zoning codes, and an early learning center, and noted that a lodging‑tax application was deemed ineligible. No agenda modifications were requested and no action was taken on agenda approval. No formal decisions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded.

• Agenda approval – no action taken

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team will review salmonid stock status, low-flow monitoring data, and conservation project updates. The meeting includes a standing agenda item on water resources planning topics, such as drought preparedness and aquifer studies.

• Review of Dungeness Salmonid Stock Status
• 2025 Low Flow Chinook Acoustic Monitoring
• Clallam Conservation Project Updates
• Standing Item: Water Resources Planning Topics
• Standing Item: OCR Update

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several budget adjustments, including funding for environmental health and animal control. The meeting includes the approval of over $3.3 million in vouchers and updates to transportation project agreements.

• Approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $3,309,743.48
• Budget revisions for HHS-Environmental Health totaling $33,600 for septic projects and lab equipment
• Emergency funding requests including $13,665 for Sheriff-Animal Control and $8,000 for a fingerprint system
• Agreement amendments for the Clallam Slough Bridge Replacement and Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge Access projects
• Approval of 2025-2027 Homeless Program Funding recommendations

The Board adopted the consent agenda and approved several agreements and budget actions. It approved the 2025‑2027 Homeless Program Funding recommendations and reallocated emergency housing needs to the City of Sequim. Additional agreements with Public Works and the Department of Transportation were approved, and budget reductions and supplemental appropriations were adopted.

• Approved 2025‑2027 Homeless Program Funding recommendations
• Approved agreement amendment with Public Works for 2025 Lodging Tax Funding
• Approved agreement amendment 1 with Department of Transportation for Dungeness National Wildlife Refuge Access Improvements Project
• Approved agreement amendment 1 with Department of Transportation for the Clallam Slough Bridge Replacement Project
• Adopted resolution reallocating emergency housing/shelter needs to the City of Sequim
• Reappointed James Mraz to the Trails Advisory Committee
• Adopted budget reduction of $24,239 for 2024 Shared Services cost allocation
• Approved supplemental appropriation of $3,000 to Superior Court for CJTA funds

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will meet to approve funding recommendations for the 2026-2027 Request for Proposals. The board will also receive updates on Project SAFER and county transition programs.

• Approval of 2026-2027 Developmental Disabilities Request for Proposals (RFP) Funding Recommendations
• Update on Project SAFER informational forms for first responders
• Outcome Report for October 2025 regarding Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and County Transition Program
• Report on the revision of the Clallam County Resource Guide and website

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda, deleting Action Item 7. The committee also approved the draft minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken before adjournment at 4:13 p.m.

• Approved agenda, removing Action Item 7 (motion passed)
• Approved October 14, 2025 draft minutes (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will discuss Highway 101 transportation projects, review recommendations for homeless program funding, and consider reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act funds. The meeting includes resolutions to reappoint members to the Board of Health and appoint a member to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee.

• Discussion with Department of Transportation regarding Highway 101 Projects
• Resolution reappointing Paul Cunningham and Tia Skerbeck to the Board of Health
• Resolution appointing Lissy Andros to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
• Review and request to approve 2025-2027 Homeless Program Funding recommendations
• Discussion and next steps to reallocate American Rescue Plan Act Funds ARPA

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission approved the Ethics Review Board amendment (Step 4) and moved it forward to the 2026 ballot. Commissioners also discussed the Voters Pamphlet (Step 1) and the handling of attorney‑client privileged communications. A land‑acquisition recommendation was presented, and public comment was taken on agenda items.

• Ethics Review Board amendment (Step 4) passed and will be placed on the 2026 ballot
• Voters Pamphlet (Step 1) discussed by Commissioner Richards
• Attorney‑client privilege procedures reviewed; motion to address memo passed
• Land acquisition recommendation presented by Commissioner Cameron
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker

The commission voted to move the proposed Voters Pamphlet charter amendment forward to steps 3 and 4. A motion to add a donation‑program agenda item was approved, while proposals to discuss public apologies and the executive‑committee agenda process were rejected. Minutes from the November 24 meeting were adopted as presented.

• Advanced Voters Pamphlet amendment to steps 3 and 4 (15‑0 vote)
• Added agenda item to discuss a county donation program (motion passed)
• Rejected discussion of public apologies for possible censure (4‑10 vote)
• Rejected agenda item on CRC Executive Committee procedure (motion failed)
• Pickett's motion to call the question failed (no second)
• Benedict's motion to call the question after amendment passed (motion passed)
• Adopted November 24 minutes as presented (motion passed)
• Richards will work with Clerk Gores to issue public notice on the amendment

Housing Solutions Committee

The committee will discuss the 2025 Clallam County Coordinated Entry Report and bonding options. The meeting also includes a review of the 2025 Commerce Housing Grant HTF and CHIP and the 2026 meeting schedule.

• Presentation of the 2025 Clallam County Coordinated Entry Report by Sharon Maggard
• Discussion of 1590 Bonding Options
• Review of 2025 Commerce Housing Grant HTF and CHIP
• Establishment of the 2026 Housing Solutions Committee Meetings Schedule

The Housing Solutions Committee unanimously approved a motion to draft a letter to the City of Port Angeles opposing the use of Net Ecological Gain in any housing project. The committee also unanimously approved the meeting agenda and minutes, cancelled the planned January 2026 meeting, and will review the July 2026 meeting date at the June meeting. Commissioner French will assist in drafting the letter.

• Agenda approved with additions (unanimous)
• Minutes of November 7, 2025 approved (unanimous)
• January 2026 meeting cancelled (unanimous)
• July 2026 meeting to be evaluated at June meeting (unanimous)
• Motion to draft letter opposing Net Ecological Gain for housing projects approved (unanimous)
• Commissioner French assigned to assist drafting the letter (unanimous)
• RV ordinance changes to be returned to BOCC on Jan 20 (informational, no vote)
• No other substantive decisions recorded

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will meet to appoint a new board member and discuss proposed fee changes. The board will also review a master plan and a road realignment project.

• Appointment of Rick Burns to Parks Advisory Board
• Discussion of proposed Parks Department fee changes
• Review of 2017 Dungeness Recreation Area Master Plan
• Road Department update on Voice of America Road Bluff Realignment
• Self-Service Kayak Rental program solicitation

The Parks Advisory Board approved the November 4, 2025 minutes. By unanimous consent the Rick Burns welcome item was moved to the top of the agenda. The board agreed to table the proposed bylaw amendment for a month or two. The meeting was adjourned at 7:32 p.m.

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Moved Rick Burns welcome item to top of agenda by unanimous consent
• Tabled Parks Advisory Board bylaw amendment for 1‑2 months
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 p.m. (motion passed)

Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

The committee will consider approval of the September 2025 meeting minutes. It will receive a staff report on general sewer system and wastewater‑treatment‑plant staffing and discuss the sewer user rate structure, including possible annual increases and late fees.

• Approval of September 2025 meeting minutes
• Staff report on general sewer system and WWTP staffing updates
• Discussion of sewer user rate structure, annual rate increases, and late fees

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board is meeting to review and approve the 2026 timeline and application materials. The board will consider two different timeline options for the call for applications to preserve farmland.

• Review and approval of proposed 2026 timeline (Option A and Option B)
• Review of 2026 application for purchase of development rights and conservation easements
• Review of notice to call for applications and press release
• Approval of September 10, 2025 meeting minutes

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board approved the proposed 2026 timeline option A after a motion by Barbara Pappas and a second by Pat Willits, with no opposition. Approval of the September 10, 2025 meeting minutes was moved to the January 14, 2026 meeting. The board scheduled its next meeting for January 14, 2025 at 1:15 p.m.

• Approved 2026 timeline option A (motion passed, no opposition)
• Deferred approval of September 10, 2025 minutes to Jan 14, 2026
• Set next meeting for Jan 14, 2025 at 1:15 p.m.

Trails Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee will review updates on trail projects, including the ODT‑Forks to La Push project and a raise grant. The meeting will include an introduction of the Peninsula Trails Coalition executive director and provide updates on public works lodging tax funding. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• ODT‑Forks to La Push project update
• Raise grant update
• Peninsula Trails Coalition executive director introduction
• Public Works lodging tax funding updates
• County volunteer ODT/OAT trail crew maintenance reports

The Trails Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the November 5, 2025 meeting with no modifications. No other formal actions, approvals, or denials were recorded. The meeting included project updates, public comments, and introductions but did not result in any decisions on those items.

• Approved November 5, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous, no modifications)

Crescent Community Advisory Council

The council will meet to discuss updates from local agencies and community organizations. The agenda includes reports from Fire District 4, the DNR, and the Crescent School District.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of open membership positions for Grange, At-large, and Crescent School District Student Body
• Updates on Joyce Daze Festival
• Reports from Crescent Water and Port

The Crescent Community Advisory Council approved the meeting agenda as presented. The council also approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion moved by Beauvais, seconded by Waters)
• Approved September 3, 2025 minutes (motion moved by Waters, seconded by Beauvais)

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission held a work session to continue updating the Comprehensive Plan, focusing on the Transportation Element and sections 31.04 and 31.02. Commissioners discussed comments received from the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe. No formal decisions were made; the work will be revisited at the next meeting.

• Continued work on the Comprehensive Plan Update – Transportation Element (sections 31.04, 31.02)
• Review of comments from the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe
• Discussion of adding the Capital Facilities Plan as an appendix to the Comprehensive Plan
• Review of proposed zoning changes and public notice procedures
• Examination of sections 31.05, 31.03, 31.06, 31.07, and 31.08 with no material changes

The commission approved the meeting minutes after a motion by Commissioner Hester and a second by Commissioner Long. The commission also set a continued public hearing on the Comprehensive Plan for December 17. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Scheduled continued Comprehensive Plan public hearing for Dec 17

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold hearings to adopt the 2026 Clallam County Budget and Emergency Appropriations. The meeting includes the approval of several million dollars in payroll and vouchers, as well as various board appointments.

• Adoption of the 2026 Clallam County Budget and Emergency Appropriations
• Approval of $586,670.67 in accounts payable and over $4.1 million in payroll
• Allocation of $50,000 in Opioid Settlement Funds for the Harm Reductions Health Center
• Call for hearings on December 16 regarding Fairgrounds and Parks Department fee schedules
• Resolution establishing 2026 levy rates for Veteran’s Relief, Developmental Disabilities, and Land Assessment Funds

The Board approved the 2026 Clallam County General Fund budget and the accompanying Emergency Appropriations. It also approved a $50,000 allocation of opioid settlement funds to the Harm Reductions Health Center. Several Title III funding agreements with Fire Districts, the Sheriff's Office, and other partners were approved, along with a lodging tax bylaw change.

• Adopted the 2026 Clallam County Budget
• Adopted the 2026 Clallam County Budget Emergency Appropriations
• Approved $50,000 opioid settlement allocation to Harm Reductions Health Center
• Approved Title III funding agreement with Clallam County Fire District 2
• Approved Title III funding agreement with Clallam County Fire District 3
• Approved Title III funding agreement with Clallam County Fire District 5
• Approved Title III funding agreement with Clallam County Fire District 6
• Approved lodging tax bylaw changes

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee will hold its regular meeting, approve the minutes from the 10/07/25 meeting, and allow public comment. It will also provide updates on previous topics and consider items for future agendas.

• Approval of minutes for the meeting on 10/07/25
• Public comment
• Updates on previous topics
• Future agenda items

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the October 7, 2025 meeting by unanimous vote. No other actions, approvals, or denials were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of 10/7/25 meeting (unanimous)

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will consider several items, including a vote on the balance of the State Continuum of Care (CoC) representative for 2026 and the length of that term. The meeting will also discuss a five‑year plan addendum, review FY 2024‑2025 homelessness program expenditures, and explore skilled‑nursing options for people experiencing homelessness. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Vote on balance of State CoC representative for 2026 and term length
• Five‑year plan addendum discussion
• Fiscal Year 2024‑2025 Homelessness Program Expenditures Report
• Exploring skilled nursing services for people experiencing homelessness
• Supplemental document recording fee update – vote

The agenda was approved by a majority vote. Minutes from the October 7 meeting were approved, while the August 5 minutes were not approved. The task force voted to forward $445,167 in additional funding recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners. A majority also approved drafting a letter to state representatives about HUD changes and re‑electing Sharon Maggard as the Continuum of Care representative.

• Approved agenda (majority)
• Approved October 7, 2025 minutes (majority)
• Did not approve August 5, 2025 minutes (majority)
• Approved forwarding $445,167 funding recommendations to BOCC (majority)
• Approved drafting letter to state representatives on HUD changes (majority)
• Approved re‑electing Sharon Maggard as Continuum of Care representative (majority)

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, to review the 2026 Proposed Final Budget and Capital Budget. The board will discuss revenue assumptions, including sales tax growth, and is expected to adopt the budget on the same day or by December 9, 2025.

• Public hearing on 2026 Proposed Final Budget and Capital Budget
• Review of revenue assumptions including sales tax growth
• Discussion of labor negotiations and payroll costs
• Presentation of General Fund 4-year comparisons
• Adoption of Budget Resolution for 2026

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider and vote on agreements with Fire Districts 2, 3, 5, and 6 for Title III funding, as well as an agreement with the Sheriff’s Office for the Search and Rescue program. They will also certify taxing district levy budgets to the Assessor and discuss updates on public works and community development projects. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session on agency legal matters.

• Agreement with Clallam County Fire District 2 for Title III Funding (item 4a)
• Agreement with Clallam County Fire District 3 for Title III Funding (item 4b)
• Agreement with Clallam County Fire District 5 for Title III Funding (item 4c)
• Agreement with Clallam County Fire District 6 for Title III Funding (item 4d)
• Certification of Taxing District Levy Budgets to Assessor (item 5a/6a)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss amendments to zoning and building codes regarding vacation rentals and recreational vehicles. The meeting includes several budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and a hearing on emergency funding requests.

• Ordinance amending Title 33 Zoning (Vacation Rentals, Accessory Housing, Recreational Vehicles) and Title 21 Building and Construction
• Approval of $794,088.17 in accounts payable vouchers
• Resolution adopting the Annual Construction Program for 2026
• Emergency funding requests including $263,517 for Patrol Deputies labor contract and $105,320 for Emergency Communication Tax
• Resolutions on proposed Levies for General Purpose, Road Fund, and Conservation Futures Property Taxes

The commissioners approved three property‑tax levies: the 2025 General Purpose levy, the 2026 Road Fund levy, and the 2026 Conservation Futures levy. They also adopted the 2026 Annual Construction Program and enacted several budget actions, including reductions for Juvenile Services and revisions for Health & Human Services‑Environmental Health and the Prosecuting Attorney. Supplemental appropriations were approved for parks facilities and multiple sheriff‑related public‑safety items. Additional contracts for the Olympic Discovery Trail and an energy services project were also approved.

• Approved 2025 General Purpose Property Tax Levy
• Approved 2026 Road Fund Property Tax Levy
• Approved 2026 Conservation Futures Property Tax Levy
• Adopted Annual Construction Program for 2026
• Adopted budget reduction for Juvenile Services ($20,025)
• Adopted budget revisions for Health & Human Services‑Environmental Health ($15,000) and Prosecuting Attorney ($50,000)
• Approved supplemental appropriations for Parks & Facilities ($22,277), Sheriff‑Animal Control ($3,000), Sheriff‑911 Enhanced ($29,000), and Sheriff‑Search & Rescue ($10,350)
• Approved contract amendment 4 with Public Works for 2022 Lodging Tax Funds for Olympic Discovery Trail segment

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will vote on allocating $50,000 from opioid settlement money to support the Harm Reduction Health Center. They will also consider several fee‑schedule hearings, an ordinance updating zoning and accessory housing rules, and budget discussions including proposed reductions and levy rate changes. Additional items include updates on regional water projects and a resolution authorizing Hotel/Motel Tax expenditures.

• Request approval of $50,000 opioid settlement allocation to Harm Reduction Health Center (1r)
• Call for hearing on Dec 16 to amend Fairgrounds Fee Schedule (1t)
• Call for hearing on Dec 16 to amend Parks Department Fee Schedule (1u)
• Ordinance amending Title 33 Zoning definitions, accessory housing, vacation rentals, and RV rules (2c)
• Resolution authorizing expenditures from the Hotel / Motel Tax Fund for 2026 lodging tax applications (4b)

Charter Review Commission

At its November 24, 2025 meeting, the Clallam County Charter Review Commission considered several charter amendment proposals. Commissioners discussed the Land Acquisition amendment (Step 2) and the Ethics Review Board amendment, moving the latter to Steps 3 and 4. The commission also voted to request an opinion from the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office on the exact language to be included in the voter pamphlet for the amendments. Public comment was limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Ethics Review Board charter amendment advanced to Steps 3 & 4 (motion passed 9‑2)
• Land Acquisition amendment discussed at Step 2; motion to advance to Step 3 failed (4‑7, one abstention)
• Commission voted to ask the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office for an opinion on voter pamphlet language (motion passed)
• Approval of minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period limited to three minutes per speaker

The Charter Review Commission adopted the meeting minutes and rejected a motion to add an agenda item about Dr. Sarah Huling’s letter. Commissioners approved the Ethics Review Board amendment and sent it to the Auditor for the 2026 ballot. They also voted to remove attorney‑client privilege language from a June 2025 memo and to request a legal opinion from the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. The commission agreed to help draft a land‑acquisition recommendation for the Board of Commissioners.

• Motion to add agenda item on Dr. Huling letter failed (5‑7)
• Minutes adopted (Stoffer abstained)
• Ethics Review Board amendment accepted and moved to 2026 ballot (13‑0)
• Attorney‑client privilege removed from memo (13‑0)
• Request to Prosecuting Attorney for privilege‑waiver guidance passed (12‑1)
• Commission to assist with land‑acquisition recommendation to Board (10‑3)
• Motion to call the question passed (12‑1)

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will meet to approve October financial registers and personnel policy changes. The board is also considering a resolution regarding a WAEVCP grant.

• Resolution PHA-2025-22: Personnel Policy Changes
• Resolution PHA-2025-23: WAEVCP Grant Resolution
• October check registers totaling $462,882.54
• October Section 8 voucher check registers totaling $613,069.02
• October Outpost check registers totaling $2,790.64

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board approved two resolutions: a personnel policy update and a WAEVCP grant. The board also approved the consent agenda items, including the October timesheet, meeting minutes, and several check register entries, all by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Personnel Policy Updates resolution (voice vote)
• Approved WAEVCP Grant Resolution (voice vote)
• Approved October timesheet (voice vote)
• Approved October meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved October Check Register Section 8 (voice vote)
• Approved October Check Register Outpost (voice vote)
• Approved October Check Register (voice vote)

Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

The scheduled November 19, 2025 meeting was cancelled because of illness. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to continue work on the Comprehensive Plan Update. The session will specifically focus on the Capital Facilities Plan and the Transportation Element.

• Work session on Comprehensive Plan Update
• Review of Capital Facilities Plan
• Review of Transportation Element

The commission approved the meeting minutes after a motion by Commissioner Hester and a second by Commissioner Long. Staff will add the Capital Facilities Plan as an appendix to the Comprehensive Plan and will post zoning‑change maps on a new webpage section. The vision statement for the Western Region (section 31.06) will be retained. The commission scheduled a review of sections 31.02, 31.04, Jamestown Tribe comments, and the transportation element at the next meeting.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Added Capital Facilities Plan as an appendix to the Comprehensive Plan
• Maintained the vision statement in the Western Region, section 31.06
• Planned to post zoning‑change maps on a dedicated webpage
• Scheduled review of sections 31.02, 31.04, Jamestown Tribe comments, and transportation element at next meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board approved the Annual Construction Program for 2026. It also approved vouchers totaling $629,659.74 and authorized the auditor to void claims and warrants dated July 1 2023 through June 30 2024. Commissioners appointed Richard “Rick” Burns to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board and reappointed members to the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee and the Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee. Additional approvals included funding for Millig, LLC’s energy services project and contract amendments for 2022 and 2023 lodging‑tax funds for the Olympic Discovery Trail segment to La Push.

• Adopted Annual Construction Program for 2026
• Approved vouchers totaling $629,659.74 for week of Nov 10
• Authorized Auditor to void claims and warrants July 1 2023–June 30 2024
• Appointed Richard “Rick” Burns to Park and Recreation Advisory Board
• Reappointed Skye Eastman and Christine Motokane to Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee
• Reappointed John Robinson to Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee
• Approved funding for Millig, LLC Energy Services Project (Dept. of Enterprise Services)
• Approved contract amendments with Public Works for 2022 and 2023 lodging‑tax funds for Olympic Discovery Trail segment to La Push

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will discuss the draft budget for fiscal year 2026 and consider several resolutions, including reappointments to advisory committees and a funding approval for an energy services project. They will also vote on contract amendments for Olympic Discovery Trail lodging‑tax funds and approve vouchers totaling $1,629,659.74. Public comment is scheduled before the consent agenda items are voted on.

• Resolution reappointing Skye Eastman and Christine Motokane to the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee
• Funding approval for Millig, LLC Energy Services Project
• Contract amendment 4 with Public Works for 2022 lodging‑tax funds – Olympic Discovery Trail Forks to La Push segment
• Resolution adopting the Annual Construction Program for 2026
• Approval of vouchers for the week of November 10 totaling $1,629,659.74

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners approved several reappointments to advisory committees and boards. It authorized funding for an energy services project with Millig, LLC and adopted contract amendments for lodging‑tax funded segments of the Olympic Discovery Trail. The board also adopted the 2026 Annual Construction Program and approved the consent agenda items, including vouchers and an auditor authorization.

• Reappointed Skye Eastman and Christine Motokane to the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee
• Reappointed John Robinson to the Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee
• Reappointed Don Corson to the Boundary Review Board
• Approved funding for Millig, LLC energy services project with the Department of Enterprise Services
• Approved contract amendment 4 for 2022 lodging‑tax funds for Olympic Discovery Trail La Push segment
• Approved contract amendment 3 for 2023 lodging‑tax funds for Olympic Discovery Trail La Push segment
• Adopted the Annual Construction Program for 2026
• Approved consent agenda items: vouchers ($629,659.74), minutes, auditor voiding claims, and appointment of Rick Burns to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will hear a presentation by Bruce Emery on the Clallam County Comprehensive Plan update, which includes proposed changes to critical area ordinances and climate‑related policies. Members will discuss a derelict sailboat on Place Rd, consider the structure of MRC member seats, and explore education and outreach ideas such as festival displays and radio interviews. The meeting will also set the date for the next regular session and adjust future meeting dates for the holiday season.

• Presentation by Bruce Emery (County Director of Community Development) on the Comprehensive Plan update and critical area ordinance revisions
• Discussion of the derelict sailboat located on Place Rd
• Consideration of MRC member positions (at‑large versus specific community group seats)
• Education and outreach planning, including new festival displays, kid‑friendly ideas, and potential radio interview segments
• Decision on next meeting date (December 15) and holiday schedule changes (January 26 and February 23)

The Marine Resources Committee approved the October 2025 meeting minutes by unanimous vote. The committee discussed the County’s comprehensive plan update, project reports on sound toxins and forage fish, and a derelict sailboat at Place Rd. It scheduled the next meeting for Monday, December 15, 2025, with later meetings moved to January 26 and February 23 due to holidays. No other actions were formally decided.

• Approved October 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Dec 15, 2025

Clallam County Finance Committee

The committee reviewed the third‑quarter portfolio and cash reports, then spent most of the meeting discussing the draft electronic funds transfer (EFT) policy and the creation of a fraud‑prevention subcommittee. No formal votes were taken; members agreed to continue work on the EFT policy and to schedule the subcommittee’s first meeting. The meeting concluded with updates on InvoiceCloud integration and the pending RFP process.

• Review and approval of the 3rd Quarter 2025 minutes
• Discussion of draft EFT policy and goal to adopt it by year‑end
• Proposal to create a fraud‑prevention subcommittee with members from the Auditor’s and Treasurer’s offices
• Update on InvoiceCloud contract and integration issues with WA PACS
• CashVest report on 3rd quarter portfolio performance

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will meet to vote on funding recommendations for 2026-2027. The board will also address several open position vacancies.

• Vote on 2026-2027 Behavioral Health Funding Recommendations
• Discussion of position vacancies for Tribal, Homeless, and Hospital District representatives
• Future agenda item: Jamestown Healing Clinic Behavioral Health Inpatient Facility

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board voted a majority to approve the meeting agenda and the September 9, 2025 minutes. The board then voted a majority to advance the 2026‑2027 behavioral health funding recommendations to the Clallam County Board of Commissioners for final approval, with two members abstaining due to conflicts of interest. No other actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (majority)
• Approved September 9, 2025 minutes (majority)
• Advanced 2026‑2027 behavioral health funding recommendations to County Commissioners (majority; Anne Grover and Kristina Bullington abstained)

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The committee will review financial projections and discuss the allocation of Hotel/Motel funds for 2026. Members will vote on funding requests and proposed changes to the LTAC bylaws.

• Review and vote on 2026 Hotel/Motel Lodging Tax funding requests
• Vote on LTAC Bylaws changes
• Review of financial LTAC projections by CFO Mark Lane
• Funding request from Hurricane Ridge Winter Sports Education Foundation for $120,000 for the Winter Shuttle
• Funding request from Neah Bay Chamber of Commerce for $53,810 for Visitor Center operations

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee met on November 13, 2025 and approved a series of funding requests using lodging tax dollars. The largest approval was $85Or00O for the Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau, followed by approvals of $651450 for Clallam County Public Works, $641000 for the Peninsula Trails Coalition, $351000 for the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, and $321164 for the Port Angeles Waterfront Center. The committee also approved smaller grants ranging from $5,00O to $80,000 for various community projects and events. In addition, the committee voted to adopt the proposed bylaw changes.

• Approved $85Or00O Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau (motion carried)
• Approved $651450 Clallam County Public Works (motion carried)
• Approved $641000 Peninsula Trails Coalition (motion carried)
• Approved $351000 Port Angeles Fine Arts Center (motion carried)
• Approved $321164 Port Angeles Waterfront Center (motion carried)
• Approved $80,000 Top Left Trails (motion carried)
• Approved $59r50O Dungeness Crab Festival (motion carried)
• Approved bylaw changes (motion carried)

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will hear a presentation from Connie Beauvais and Paul Jarkiewicz of the Port of Port Angeles. An update on the LTAC funding request will also be provided. The committee will receive general community updates and consider ideas for future meetings.

• Port of Port Angeles presentation – Connie Beauvais and Paul Jarkiewicz
• LTAC funding request update
• Community updates from local stakeholders
• Discussion of future meeting ideas
• Approval of minutes from February, March, April, May, June, August, and September 2025

The committee did not take any action on agenda items or approve minutes. No public comments were received. The meeting concluded with a notice of the next meeting on December 11, 2025.

Law Library Board

The Clallam County Law Library Board will meet to receive an update on the law library launch and an update on the annual report. No decisions are listed; the agenda consists of informational items and a public comment period. The next meeting date is to be determined.

• Law Library launch update
• Annual report update
• Public comment (3‑minute limit)
• Review and approval of agenda
• Next meeting date TBD

The Law Library Board approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also approved the Law Library Annual Report with minor formatting edits. Members discussed ongoing issues with the LexisNexis+ launch and agreed to contact other counties and the Prosecuting Attorney’s office for assistance.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved Law Library Annual Report (minor formatting edits)

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board meeting scheduled for November 12, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included reviewing a proposed 2026 timeline for the program's application cycle.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Review and approve proposed 2026 timeline
• Approval of September 10, 2025 minutes
• Public comment period (3 minutes)
• Next meeting scheduled for December 10, 2025

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team will review updates from the Clean Water Work Group and Pollution ID Program. The body will also discuss local drought preparedness and water management data planning.

• Dungeness Clean Water Work Group/Pollution ID Program update
• Review and approval of DRMT Operating Procedures updates
• Nominations for 2026 DRMT Chair and Executive Committee
• Discussion on future local drought preparedness
• Water management data planning and needs

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will vote on a public sewer easement for Carlsborg Village LLC at West Runnion and Carlsborg Roads. They will also consider a resolution to submit a performance bond for Carlsborg Village Phase I land division and appoint Richard (Rick) Burns to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board. Additional discussion will cover proposed budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and emergency items for the November 25 budget meeting.

• Approval of public sewer easement with Carlsborg Village LLC for property at West Runnion and Carlsborg Roads (Parcel B of Survey 62/35 – Parcel 043015-430000)
• Resolution authorizing submission of a performance bond for Carlsborg Village Phase I land division (LDV2024-00008)
• Resolution appointing Richard (Rick) Burns to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board
• Discussion of proposed budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and emergency items for consideration on November 25
• Resolution authorizing the Auditor to void outstanding claims and warrants dated July 1 2023 through June 30 2024

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on ordinances amending zoning and building codes regarding vacation rentals, accessory housing, and recreational vehicles. The board is also reviewing various budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and a public sewer easement.

• Public hearing on zoning amendments for vacation rentals, accessory housing, and recreational vehicles
• Approval of $2,309,784.44 in accounts payable vouchers
• Bid and RFP openings for the Joint Public Safety Facility
• Public sewer easement for Carlsborg Village LLC at West Runnion and Carlsborg Roads
• Proposed budget emergency for Sheriff-Operations of $263,517 for patrol deputies labor contract

The Commissioners approved a public sewer easement with Carlsborg Village LLC and a memorandum of understanding with North Olympic Healthcare Network for custody health services. They also moved forward bids and proposals for a Joint Public Safety Facility and authorized a performance bond for Carlsborg Village land division. Notices of budget reductions, revisions, and supplemental appropriations for juvenile services, septic incentives, attorney services, restroom repairs, and search‑and‑rescue equipment were approved.

• Approved public sewer easement with Carlsborg Village LLC for property at West Runion and Carlsborg Roads (Parcel B of Survey 62135)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with North Olympic Healthcare Network for medical and behavioral health services for individuals in county custody
• Approved forwarding bids for Joint Public Safety Facility ($14.2M‑$15.57M) to County Administrator and City of Port Angeles for review
• Approved forwarding request for proposals for Joint Public Safety Facility administration services to County Administrator and City of Port Angeles
• Approved resolution authorizing performance bond submission for Carlsborg Village Phase I land division and final map approval
• Approved notice of budget reductions for Juvenile Services due to statewide funding cut ($20,025)
• Approved notice of budget revisions allocating $15,000 for septic system incentives and $50,000 for prosecuting attorney services
• Approved supplemental appropriations including $22,217 for Salt Creek restroom repairs and $10,350 for Search & Rescue equipment

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The Clallam County Department of Natural Resources will consider a series of timber sale contracts, including the Willey Ridge‑Extended lump‑sum sale and several other closed sales. The agenda also includes discussion of the county's FY 2025 revenue projections for natural resources. Public comment will be accepted and the meeting is available via Zoom and live stream.

• Willey Ridge‑Extended (contract c3000098103) – lump‑sum $630,000, audit status, 12.4% of total value
• Power Plant Adjusted (contract c3000104354) – lump‑sum $5,320,237, 100% of contract value
• Blow Dry Salvage (contract c000103854) – lump‑sum $213,380, 100% of contract value
• Upper Salmon Creek (contract c3000103770) – lump‑sum $565,714, 100% of contract value
• FY 2025 Natural Resources revenue projections – total estimated revenue $48,658,851

Revenue Advisory Committee

The Revenue Advisory Committee will discuss the Doc Holliday presentation, including the Natural Climate Solutions (NCS) program and the “cash for counties” option. Members will formulate a recommendation to the County Commissioners and seek public comment on the County Trust Land proposal. The meeting also includes a public comment period and a discussion of future agenda items.

• Doc Holliday presentation covering Earth Law, Jim Buck, and AFRc
• Recommendation from RAC to the County Commissioners on the Doc Holliday timber sale and NCS proposal
• Public comment on the County Trust Land issue
• Discussion of the “cash for counties” provision allowing upfront cash from replacement land values
• Future agenda items planning

The Revenue Advisory Committee approved the meeting agenda as presented. The committee approved the September 22, 2025 minutes after Johnson moved to approve and Bellamy seconded the motion. The committee approved the letter recommending the Doc Holliday timber sale to the County Board of Commissioners, with Kastner moving and Beauvais seconding the motion.

• Approved agenda (as presented)
• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved recommendation letter to Board of Commissioners (motion carried)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will discuss two Step 2 charter amendments: the Ethics Review Board amendment presented by Commissioner Cameron and the Lands Acquisition amendment presented by Commissioner Richards. The agenda and the minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting will be approved. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Ethics Review Board proposed amendment (Step 2) – Commissioner Cameron
• Lands Acquisition proposed amendment (Step 2) – Commissioner Richards
• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from October 27, 2025
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker)

The commission voted to advance the Ethics Review Board proposed charter amendment to Steps 3 and 4. A request was approved for the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office to give an opinion on voter‑pamphlet language. A motion to add a Chilling Effect agenda item failed, and the Lands Acquisition amendment was not advanced. Minutes from the October 27, 2025 meeting were adopted as presented.

• Advanced Ethics Review Board amendment to Steps 3‑4 (9 in favor, 2 abstain; Fleck did not vote)
• Requested Prosecuting Attorney opinion on voter pamphlet language (9 in favor, 2 abstain)
• Failed to add Chilling Effect agenda item (3 in favor, 1 opposed)
• Failed to advance Lands Acquisition amendment to Steps 3‑4 (4 in favor, 7 opposed, 1 abstain)
• Adopted minutes of October 27, 2025 as presented

Housing Solutions Committee

The Housing Solutions Committee will consider a $1 million grant to expand Serenity House from 16 to 36 units, contingent on full funding by Jan 15 2027. The committee will also receive updates from the recent Housing Washington conference and plan a 24th Legislative Roundtable meeting. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review of $1 million grant to expand Serenity House from 16 to 36 units, funding deadline Jan 15 2027
• Discussion of the 2025 Commerce Housing Grant HTF and CHIP
• Planning of the 24th Legislative Roundtable meeting with invited legislators
• Community updates from the Housing Washington conference (Peninsula Housing Authority, Peninsula Behavioral Health)
• Notice of public hearing for the City 2025‑45 Plan on Oct 22 2025 at 6 p.m.

The Housing Solutions Committee approved its meeting agenda and the October 3, 2025 minutes, each passing unanimously. No substantive policy decisions or approvals were made during this session.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved October 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Trails Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee will meet to approve October meeting minutes and receive updates on the Olympic Discovery Trail and Diamond Point Trail. The meeting will include a presentation on the Washington State Scenic Byways Program.

• Approval of October 1, 2025 meeting minutes
• Diamond Point Trail presentation
• Washington State Scenic Byways Program update
• Olympic Discovery Trail Forks to La Push project update
• Grant Raise Update

The Trails Advisory Committee approved the October 1, 2025 meeting minutes with no modifications. No agenda changes or public comments were recorded. The Diamond Point Road Community Trail proposal was noted and placed on the county’s Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Plans “Unfunded” list.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• No agenda modifications made

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on proposed changes to Title 31 and Title 33, which relate to the Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update. The meeting will also include a work session on the Transportation Element and Capital Facilities Plan, which are currently missing from the draft materials.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Periodic Update
• Work session on Transportation Element
• Work session on Capital Facilities Plan
• Discussion of zoning code amendments
• Review of draft map revisions for Urban Growth Areas

The commission approved the meeting minutes, with two members abstaining. A motion to continue the public hearing on Comprehensive Plan changes until December 3 was passed. No public comments were received.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed, 2 abstentions)
• Extended public hearing on Comprehensive Plan changes until Dec 3 (motion passed)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board meeting on November 4, 2025 will consider several items, including reports on the Parks Master Plan, budget updates, and a discussion of memorial bench donations. The board will vote to elect its annual leadership and decide on a naming convention for the Parks Master Plan document. A special December meeting will also be scheduled.

• Annual leadership elections for the Parks Advisory Board
• Discussion of Parks Master Plan naming convention
• 2026 budget update and adoption by the Board of County Commissioners
• Memorial bench and table donation program (price $2,400 for benches, $2,400 for tables)
• Scheduling of a special December Parks Advisory Board meeting

The board unanimously elected Troye Jarmuth as the 2026 Chair. The Vice Chair position was postponed until no later than March 2026. The board approved naming the upcoming document the "Clallam County Parks Comprehensive Plan." A special December meeting was scheduled for the first Thursday of the month.

• Elected Troye Jarmuth as 2026 Chair (unanimous)
• Postponed filling Vice Chair position until March 2026 (unanimous)
• Adopted name "Clallam County Parks Comprehensive Plan" for the Parks Master Plan (motion passed)
• Scheduled December meeting as a Special Meeting on the first Thursday of December (decision made)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider routine financial approvals, including vouchers totaling $383,230.53 and payroll payments of $1,199,037.49. They will discuss an amendment to the agreement with the Washington State Military Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the Emergency Operations Center Grant. A resolution will be considered to authorize a grant from the Opportunity Fund for the City of Forks. The agenda also includes a hearing on the county’s six‑year Transportation Improvement Program for 2026‑2031.

• Approval of vouchers for $383,230.53 (warrant numbers 9945516‑9945668)
• Approval of payroll totaling $1,199,037.49 (warrant numbers 181202‑181516, 9945268‑9945283, 9945489)
• Amendment to agreement with Washington State Military Department and U.S. Department of Homeland Security for Emergency Operations Center Grant
• Resolution authorizing a grant from the Opportunity Fund for the City of Forks
• Six‑year Transportation Improvement Program 2026‑2031 hearing

The Board of County Commissioners approved the Clallam County Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program for 2026‑2031, adding $20,000 placeholders for a Neah Bay‑to‑Forks Road preliminary study and a Diamond Point Road/Trail Corridor assessment. The board also approved an amendment to the Emergency Operations Center Grant agreement with the Washington State Military Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. A resolution authorizing a grant from the Opportunity Fund for the City of Forks was opened and then adopted.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Approved consent agenda items (vouchers, payroll, minutes) for week of Oct 27
• Approved amendment to Emergency Operations Center Grant agreement
• Authorized grant from Opportunity Fund for City of Forks (public hearing opened and closed)
• Adopted Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (2026‑2031) with $20,000 placeholders for Neah Bay‑to‑Forks Road study and Diamond Point Road/Trail Corridor study

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review a memorandum of understanding with the North Olympic Healthcare Network regarding medical services for individuals in county custody. The board will also discuss insurance rates for 2026.

• Memorandum of understanding with North Olympic Healthcare Network for juvenile and adult medical and behavioral health services
• Discussion regarding 2026 insurance rates

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will approve the May 28, 2025 meeting minutes and consider new business items. Presentations will cover the Recycling Reform Act by Kara Steward and a County Solid Waste Management Plan update by Lacy Kooiman. The committee will also discuss ongoing vacancies for several advisory positions. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve minutes from the May 28, 2025 meeting
• Presentation on the Recycling Reform Act by Kara Steward (Ecology)
• CSWMP update presentation by Lacy Kooiman (Ecology)
• Discussion of SWAC vacancies for multiple at-large and alternate seats
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per participant

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee approved the May 2025 minutes with a unanimous vote. No new business items were taken up, and there were no public comments. The meeting adjourned at 4:27 pm.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners was scheduled to open bids for the Joint Public Safety Facility Project on October 29, 2025, but the meeting was cancelled. The deadline for submitting bids was moved to Monday, November 10, 2025, at 10 a.m.

• Bid opening for Joint Public Safety Facility Project cancelled
• Bid submission deadline moved to November 10, 2025
• Request for Qualifications opening for Construction Administration Services
• Joint project with City of Port Angeles
• Executive Session scheduled for personnel and legal matters

Noxious Weed Control Board

The board will receive staff reports on weed inspections, financials, and specific projects including knotweed and the Lake Sutherland Management District. Members will discuss the 2026 State Weed List hearing and the draft 2026 meeting schedule.

• 2026 State Weed List Hearing
• Draft 2026 Meeting Schedule
• Lake Sutherland Management District report
• Knotweed Projects report
• Road Department IWM report

The Noxious Weed Control Board adopted the July minutes, approved the staff and financial reports, and adopted the 2026 meeting schedule. All three motions passed unanimously with no opposition.

• Adopt July minutes (unanimous approval)
• Accept staff and financial reports (unanimous approval)
• Adopt 2026 meeting schedule (unanimous approval)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including several grants for the Sheriff's Office and Public Works. The board is also considering an agreement for energy program services related to the WA Clean Building Performance Standard.

• Proposed $3,200,000 increase in grant reimbursements for Broadband Infrastructure Capital Projects
• Proposed $395,000 for Sheriff's Office Mental Health Field Response grant
• Proposed $70,933 reimbursement to the general fund for a Sheriff-Jail CREW vehicle
• Proposed $44,704 reimbursement for suboxone used in the Clallam County Jail
• Approval of $641,661.73 in accounts payable and $2,628,368.73 in payroll

The Clallam County Board adopted its consent agenda, approved an energy‑program agreement, and adopted several budget revisions. A resolution was adopted that appropriated funds for sheriff‑related grants, a $3.2 million broadband infrastructure grant, and other supplemental appropriations. The Board also authorized staff to negotiate a payment plan on a matter discussed in executive session.

• Adopted consent agenda (vouchers, payroll, minutes, letter, RFP recommendation)
• Approved agreement with Department of Enterprise Services for energy program services (WA Clean Building Performance Standard)
• Adopted budget revision increasing Health & Human Services grant funding return by $74,773
• Adopted resolution appropriating sheriff‑related grants ($39,024 OPNET, $70,933 jail vehicle, $44,704 clinical services, $395,000 mental‑health field response)
• Adopted resolution appropriating $3,200,000 for Public Works broadband infrastructure grant
• Authorized staff to enter payment‑plan negotiations related to executive‑session topic
• Adopted agenda amendment moving item 4a to item 3b (supplemental appropriations)
• Recessed into executive session (no action taken) and reconvened without further action

Charter Review Commission

The Commission will meet to discuss proposed charter amendments regarding the Ethics Review Board and Lands Acquisition. The body will also review its meeting schedule.

• Ethics Review Board proposed Charter Amendment (Step 2)
• Lands Acquisition proposed Charter Amendment (Step 1)
• Meeting schedule discussion

The commission adopted a motion adding language that the Ethics Review Board shall determine the rules of procedure for handling complaints (15‑0). It also renumbered the amendment sections (15‑0), struck the letter “E” from Section 8.120 (15‑0), and tabled the amendment for the next meeting (13‑2). Additional votes included ending debate on a security item (12‑3), rejecting the security item (3‑12), and failing to move the final meeting to Dec. 8 (7‑B). The agenda and prior minutes were adopted as presented.

• Added Ethics Review Board procedural rules amendment (15‑0)
• Renumbered amendment sections as items 2‑5 (15‑0)
• Struck “E” from Section 8.120 Appointment of Members (15‑0)
• Tabled Ethics Review Board amendment to Nov 10 meeting (13‑2)
• Ended debate on CRC security item (12‑3)
• Rejected CRC security item addition (3‑12)
• Failed to change final meeting date to Dec 8 (7‑B)
• Adopted agenda and October 13 minutes as presented

Miscellaneous Meetings

The joint meeting of the Clallam County Board of Commissioners and the Port of Port Angeles will discuss updates to the county Comprehensive Plan, including a harbor‑improvement addendum, the Industrial Development Corporation/Industrial Development District, and Western UGA infrastructure requirements. A presentation on the EBB Carbon Project Macoma will also be given, followed by an update on collaborative projects. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the topic discussions.

• Comprehensive Scheme of Harbor Improvement addendum to the Comprehensive Plan
• Industrial Development Corporation/Industrial Development District discussion
• Western UGA Infrastructure requirements and challenges
• EBB Carbon Presentation: Project Macoma
• Collaborative Projects Update

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider a grant amendment with the Washington State Military Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the Emergency Operations Center. They will also discuss a letter to the Department of Commerce about the Composite Recycling Technology Center, a potential impact of the federal government shutdown on grant‑funded programs, and an agreement with the Department of Enterprise Services for energy program services under the WA Clean Building Performance Standard. A joint meeting with the Port of Port Angeles is scheduled for 11 a.m.

• Agreement amendment 1 with Washington State Military Department and U.S. Department of Homeland Security for the Emergency Operations Center Grant
• Letter to Department of Commerce regarding Composite Recycling Technology Center (CRTC)
• Discussion of government shutdown impacts on federally funded programs
• Agreement with Department of Enterprise Services for energy program services linked to WA Clean Building Performance Standard
• Joint meeting with the Port of Port Angeles at 11 a.m.

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a series of special budget meetings in October 2025 to review the 2026 county budget. The meetings will cover department operations, performance measures, departmental requests, and capital requests. Sessions will be held in the Commissioner’s Board Room at 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, Room 160 and streamed via Zoom. Residents may submit questions or comments to the Clerk of the Board.

• Review of department operational requests
• Evaluation of performance measures
• Consideration of capital project requests
• Public comment period for residents
• Meeting held in person at 223 East 4th Street and via Zoom

Charter Review Commission

The Land Acquisition Committee will meet to discuss land acquisition issues raised by commissioners and citizens. The body will consider a potential Charter amendment or recommendation regarding these issues.

• Discussion of Trust Land Transfer Impacts
• Consideration of a recommendation to the Charter Review Commission on a Proposed Lands Acquisition Amendment

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet with various departments to discuss the 2026 Clallam County Budget. Discussions will cover department operations, performance measures, and capital and departmental requests.

• Budget discussions for Affordable Housing
• Budget discussions for Assessor
• Budget discussions for Coroner
• Budget discussions for Veterans' Relief
• Budget discussions for Public Works including Roads, Sewer, and Solid Waste

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet with various departments to discuss the 2026 Clallam County Budget. Discussions will cover department operations, performance measures, and capital and departmental requests.

• Budget discussions for Affordable Housing
• Budget discussions for Noxious Weeds
• Budget discussions for Assessor and Coroner offices
• Budget discussions for Public Works (Roads, Sewer, Reservoir, Flood, Broadband, and Water Mitigation)
• Budget discussions for Veterans' Relief

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board will meet on October 22, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the County Courthouse. The agenda includes routine reports, updates to the Superintendents’ Handbook and Fairgrounds Master Plan, a fair budget report, and a vote on the fee schedule. New business items include a design submission for the 2026 fair theme logo, elections for board officers, and a vote on renewed barn superintendents. Public comment is invited.

• Fee Schedule – Action Item (vote on new fees)
• 2026 Fair Theme Logo – Design Submission (proposal)
• Vote for current renewed Barn Superintendents (election)
• Fairgrounds Master Plan – Update (report)
• Fair Budget – Report (discussion)

The Fair Advisory Board approved the 2026 Master Fee Schedule recommendation, fixing a typo. They also accepted logo #2 with a shape change (one abstention), approved the listed barn superintendents, and elected Cindy Kelly as President, Melanie Greer as Vice President, and Kari Martinez‑Bailey as Secretary. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved 2026 Master Fee Schedule recommendation with typo fixed (motion passed)
• Accepted logo #2 with flag shape change (motion passed, 1 abstention)
• Approved listed barn superintendents (all approved)
• Elected Cindy Kelly as President, Melanie Greer as Vice President, Kari Martinez‑Bailey as Secretary (all approved)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health will meet to hear an infectious disease update from the Health Officer and presentations from the Olympic Region Clean Air Agency and staff regarding opioid settlement funding. The agenda includes discussions on Board of Health term expirations and future topics such as vaccination rates and climate change.

• Health Officer: Infectious Disease Update
• Olympic Region Clean Air Agency presentation
• Opioid Settlement Funding for Harm Reduction Health Center presentation
• Board of Health — Term Expirations discussion
• Future agenda items: Vaccination Rates, Air Quality and Noise Ordinance, Climate Change

The Board of Health unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the September 16 minutes. It also unanimously approved a request for $50,000 from the Opioid Relief Fund to support the Harm Reduction Health Center for January‑June 2026. No public hearings were held and the next meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2026.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 Opioid Relief Fund request for Harm Reduction Health Center (unanimous)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider extending bid and qualification deadlines for the Joint Public Safety Facility. The meeting includes the opening of behavioral health proposals for 2026 and the scheduling of public hearings for zoning and building codes.

• Extend bid deadline to Nov 10 for Joint Public Safety Facility Project
• Extend request for qualifications for Joint Public Safety Facility Construction Administration/Project Management to Nov 10
• Opening of Behavioral Health Proposals 2026
• Call for Nov 4 hearing on Opportunity Fund grants for City of Forks Industrial Park
• Call for Nov 10 hearing regarding Clallam County Code Title 33 Zoning and Title 21 Building and Construction

The commissioners approved an agreement with the Department of Ecology for the Clallam County Marine Resources Committee and an agreement with the Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe for high‑resolution topo‑bathymetric data. They also approved extensions of the bid and qualification deadlines for the Joint Public Safety Facility Project to November 10, 2025. Additionally, the board authorized the Assessor’s Office to retain an outside appraiser up to $5,OOO and forwarded the 2026‑2027 behavioral health RFPs to the Health and Human Services Department for review.

• Approved agreement with Department of Ecology for Marine Resources Committee
• Approved agreement with Jamestown S'Klallam Tribe for topo‑bathymetric data
• Approved extension of bid deadline for Joint Public Safety Facility Project to Nov 10, 2025
• Approved extension of qualification deadline for Joint Public Safety Facility Project to Nov 10, 2025
• Authorized Assessor’s Office to retain outside appraiser up to $5,OOO
• Forwarded 2026‑2027 behavioral health RFPs to Health and Human Services Department
• Adopted modified agenda and consent agenda as presented

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will approve the September meeting minutes and hear announcements. It will consider a call for 130‑word NOAA Marine Debris newsletter submissions and discuss whether MRC seats should be at‑large or designated for specific community groups. The committee will also plan agenda items for the November 17 meeting, including education outreach on oil spill prevention and a county comprehensive plan update.

• Approval of September meeting minutes
• NOAA Marine Debris newsletter open for 130‑word submissions
• Discussion of MRC member positions (at‑large vs specific community group seats)
• Proposal for education/outreach items on oil spill prevention for the Nov 17 meeting
• Clallam County DCD staff presentation on Draft County Comprehensive Plan changes

The committee approved the September 2025 minutes unanimously. It decided staff will share NOAA’s Marine Debris newsletter opportunity with local cleanup groups. The board agreed to research expanding at‑large member positions and to outreach to the Port community. The meeting was adjourned and future meetings will place “good of the order” before public comment.

• Approved September 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Staff will share NOAA Marine Debris newsletter opportunity with Clallam Conservation District and CoastSavers
• Will conduct further research on required at‑large member positions and outreach to the Port community
• Good of the order will be moved before public comment in future meetings
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to review a recommendation for the 2026-2027 Developmental Disabilities request for proposals. The meeting also includes a review of correspondence and a discussion of items for future agendas.

• Review of recommendation for 2026-2027 Developmental Disabilities request for proposals

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet with departments throughout October 2025 to discuss the 2026 Clallam County Budget. Discussions will cover department operations, performance measures, and capital and departmental requests.

• Budget discussions for Affordable Housing
• Budget discussions for Assessor
• Budget discussions for Coroner
• Budget discussions for Veterans' Relief
• Budget discussions for Public Works including Roads, Sewer, and Broadband

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review the 2026 county budget. The discussion will cover department operations, performance measures, department and capital requests, and a final wrap‑up of the Budget and Capital Committee (BOCC) items. The meeting will be held in the Commissioner’s Board Room at 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, and streamed via Zoom.

• Review of the 2026 Clallam County budget
• Discussion of departmental operation and performance measures
• Consideration of department and capital funding requests
• Final wrap‑up of BOCC items and capital projects
• Public comment period with Zoom participation

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners is holding a series of special meetings in October 2025 to discuss the 2026 budget. The meetings involve department heads presenting operations, performance measures, and capital requests to the commissioners.

• 2026 Clallam County Budget discussion
• Departmental operations and performance measures
• Capital requests
• Departmental requests
• Public participation via Zoom

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a series of special budget meetings in October 2025 to discuss the 2026 Clallam County budget. Topics include department operations, performance measures, department requests, and capital requests. Meetings will be in the Commissioner’s Board Room at 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, Room 160 and also via Zoom.

• Discussion of the 2026 Clallam County budget with department heads
• Review of department performance measures and operational requests
• Consideration of capital project requests
• Public participation through Zoom audio/video and live stream
• Meeting location: Commissioner’s Board Room, 223 East 4th St, Port Angeles, Room 160

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will approve the September timesheet for Executive Director Sarah Martinez and the September meeting minutes. It will also approve September check registers totaling $744,138.99 across several housing properties. New business includes an amended Resolution #PHA-2025-20 for HTF Eklund funding, Resolution #PHA-2025-21 covering write‑offs, and a Housing Choice Voucher homeownership presentation.

• Approve Executive Director Sarah Martinez September timesheet (Pages 3‑5)
• Approve September regular meeting minutes (Pages 6‑7)
• Approve September check registers totaling $744,138.99 (including Homestead Apartments $17,855.12, Peninsula Apartments $26,929.37, Wildwood Terrace $36,930.78, Local Fund $312,901.24, etc.)
• Consider Amended Resolution #PHA-2025-20 for HTF Eklund funding (Pages 9‑10)
• Consider Resolution #PHA-2025-21 for write‑offs (Pages 11‑14)

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board approved the consent agenda items by voice vote. The board also approved an amended resolution for HTF Eklund funding (Resolution #PHA-2025-20) by voice vote. Additionally, the board approved Resolution #PHA-2025-21 covering write‑offs, also by voice vote.

• Approved consent agenda items (voice vote)
• Approved amended Resolution #PHA-2025-20 HTF Eklund funding (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution #PHA-2025-21 write‑offs (voice vote)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved a recommendation to forward the Six-Year Transportation Improvement Plan, moving two culvert projects into the funded portion, with a 7‑1 vote. Commissioners also voted 7‑1 to pause the Transfer Development Rights program in the Comprehensive Plan until economic conditions improve. The RV ordinance was noted for final review by the Board of County Commissioners, and a public hearing on comprehensive‑plan sections is being considered for November 5, 2025.

• Forward Six-Year TIP recommendation to Board of County Commissioners (7‑1 vote)
• Pause Transfer Development Rights program via Comprehensive Plan amendment (7‑1 vote)
• RV ordinance sent to Board of County Commissioners for final review
• Potential public hearing on comprehensive‑plan sections 31.03‑31.07 scheduled for Nov 5, 2025
• Discussion of continued work on the Comprehensive Plan Update

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider several consent agenda items, including approvals of vouchers, meeting minutes, and appointments to the Revenue Advisory Committee. They will also vote on the final approval of Subdivision LDV2018-00035, Portwood Vale for Pakala LLC. Additionally, the board will discuss budget revisions and supplemental appropriations related to health services, sheriff’s office grants, and broadband infrastructure.

• Approval of vouchers for the week of September 29 and October 6
• Resolution appointing Lynne Kastner and Ben Pacheco to the Revenue Advisory Committee
• Final approval of Subdivision LDV2018‑00035, Portwood Vale for Pakala LLC
• Request for qualifications for Construction Administration/Project Management Services for the Joint Public Safety Facility (deadline Oct 29, 2025)
• Consideration of budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including $74,773 grant return, $39,024 OPNET settlement, $70,933 vehicle reimbursement, $44,704 clinical services reimbursement, $395,000 mental‑health grant, and $3,200,000 broadband grant increase

The Board adopted the agenda as presented and approved the consent agenda items. It approved vouchers and meeting minutes for the week of Sep 29–Oct 6, appointed Lynne Kastner and Ben Pacheco to the Revenue Advisory Committee, and gave final approval to Subdivision LDV201B-00035, Portwood Vale for Pakala LLC. The Board also approved a call for qualifications for construction administration services for the Joint Public Safety Facility and authorized expenditure from the Affordable Housing Sales and Use Tax Fund.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Approved vouchers for week of Sep 29–Oct 6
• Approved minutes for week of Sep 29–Oct 6
• Appointed Lynne Kastner and Ben Pacheco to Revenue Advisory Committee
• Approved Subdivision LDV201B-00035, Portwood Vale for Pakala LLC
• Approved call for qualifications for Joint Public Safety Facility construction administration services
• Authorized expenditure from Affordable Housing Sales and Use Tax Fund

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee meets on October 14, 2025 to discuss ethics and possible actions for county governance. The agenda includes reviewing meeting notes, approving their posting, examining draft resolutions, and hearing public comments. No final decisions are noted in the agenda.

• Review and approve posting of meeting notes
• Review draft resolutions related to ethics
• Public comment on ethics matters
• Schedule next meeting

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will consider and approve the funding recommendations for the 2026‑2027 Developmental Disabilities Request for Proposals. The agenda also includes presentations on Developmental Disabilities Community Services, county website accessibility, and the new Project SAFER form for first responders. Public comment is limited to ten minutes total.

• Approval of the 2026‑2027 Developmental Disabilities Request for Proposals (RFP) funding recommendations (Item 7a).
• Presentation: Developmental Disabilities Community Services Update by Dave Money, DSHS Division of DDCS Region 3 North.
• Presentation: Clallam County Website Accessibility Update by Dean Anderson, Information Technology Department.
• Launch of the Project SAFER form, available online and at the Health and Human Services Public Health Department, 111 E 3rd Street.
• Announcement of two upcoming trainings: “Mapping Healthy Relationships” and Guardianship Training (scheduling TBD).

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the August 12, 2025 draft minutes without changes. A motion was passed to approve the 2026‑2027 Developmental Disabilities Request for Proposals funding recommendations, also without changes. No public comments were received during the meeting.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved August 12, 2025 draft minutes (motion passed)
• Approved 2026‑2027 Developmental Disabilities RFP Funding Recommendations (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will review calendar items and consider calls for hearings on a proposed grant for the City of Forks Industrial Park and on zoning and building code matters. It will discuss agreements with the Department of Ecology and with the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe. The session includes discussion of proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and a continued discussion of the current budget shortfall. A six‑year Transportation Improvement Program projection will also be reviewed.

• Call for hearing on Nov 4, 2025 for a grant from the Opportunity Fund for City of Forks Industrial Park
• Call for hearing on Nov 10, 2025 regarding Clallam County Code Title 33 Zoning and Title 21 Building and Construction
• Agreement with the Department of Ecology for the Clallam County Marine Resources Committee
• Agreement with Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe for high‑resolution topo‑bathymetric data
• Continued discussion of the current county budget shortfall

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will approve the agenda and minutes, then consider three business items: a proposed amendment requiring each county commissioner to hold annual town hall meetings with 30‑day notice (moving to Step 4 for the 2026 ballot), a proposed Ethics Review Board amendment, and a discussion on CRC security hiring. Subcommittee reports on land acquisition and a chair report will also be presented.

• BOCC townhall proposed amendment (Step 4): requires annual town hall meetings by each commissioner with 30‑day notice
• Ethics Review Board proposed amendment (Step 2): creation of an Ethics Review Board
• CRC security discussion: concerns about authority for hiring security at commission meetings
• Land Acquisition Committee report: next meeting scheduled for October 10, 2025 at 10 a.m.
• Chair report – no report presented

The commission voted to approve the proposed charter amendment requiring each County Commissioner to hold at least one town‑hall meeting per district each year and to forward the resolution to the auditor for the 2026 ballot. Earlier, members removed the CRC Security agenda item from the meeting agenda. Motions to seek the prosecutor’s opinion on a judge’s authority and to hire private security firms were both rejected. The September 22, 2025 minutes were adopted as presented.

• Removed CRC Security agenda item (8‑3‑2)
• Motion to ask Prosecuting Attorney about judge authority failed
• Motion to hire private security firms for courthouse failed
• Adopted September 22, 2025 minutes as presented
• Approved BOCC Town Hall amendment and forwarded to auditor (11‑2‑1)

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners is holding a special budget meeting on October 10, 2025 to discuss the 2026 Clallam County Budget with department officials. The discussion will include department operations, performance measures, department budget requests, and capital project requests. The meeting will take place in the Commissioner’s Board Room at 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, Room 160, and will also be available via Zoom.

• Review of department operations and performance measures
• Consideration of departmental budget requests
• Consideration of capital project requests
• Public participation via Zoom (Meeting ID 836 9266 4344, passcode 12345)
• Location: 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, Room 160

Charter Review Commission

The Ethics Committee of the Clallam County Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss ethics in county governance. The committee is scheduled to review resolution drafts.

• Review of resolution drafts
• Discussion on ethics in county governance

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet with various departments to discuss the 2026 Clallam County Budget. Discussions will cover department operations, performance measures, and capital and departmental requests.

• Budget discussion for Noxious Weeds
• Budget discussion for Affordable Housing
• Budget discussion for Assessor
• Budget discussion for Coroner
• Budget discussion for Veterans' Relief

Budget Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will meet with various departments throughout October 2025 to discuss the 2026 Clallam County Budget. Discussions will cover department operations, performance measures, and capital and departmental requests.

• Budget discussions for Affordable Housing
• Budget discussions for Assessor
• Budget discussions for Coroner
• Budget discussions for Veterans' Relief
• Budget discussions for Public Works (Roads, Sewer, and Solid Waste)

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team will review the draft meeting notes and hear a presentation on the Dungeness Restoration Strategy. A talk on regional drought impacts and response will follow, with updates on water resources planning, project updates, and other standing agenda items. Public comment periods are scheduled before and after the standing items.

• Presentation of the Dungeness Restoration Strategy by Randy Johnson (Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe)
• Discussion of 2025 regional drought impacts and response by Caroline Mellor (Washington State Department of Ecology)
• Updates on water resources planning topics such as flow status app and drought preparedness
• Project updates including OCR update from Clallam County staff
• Two public comment periods (10 minutes each)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will meet to discuss a service agreement with the Department of Children, Youth, and Families. The meeting includes a proclamation for Indigenous Peoples’ Day and a rescheduled Commissioner Forum. An executive session is scheduled for the afternoon to discuss collective bargaining strategy.

• Agreement with Department of Children, Youth, and Families for detention-based services
• Proclamation recognizing Indigenous Peoples’ Day
• Commissioner Forum
• Executive Session regarding collective bargaining strategy

The Board adopted the consent agenda, which included a proclamation recognizing the second Monday of October 2025 as Indigenous Peoples' Day. It also approved an agreement with the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to provide detention‑based services. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Adopted Indigenous Peoples' Day proclamation (consent agenda)
• Approved agreement with Department of Children, Youth, and Families for detention services

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee will review how to organize future events and receive updates on topics discussed in prior meetings. No specific contracts, rezoning actions, or dollar amounts are listed. The meeting includes standard agenda items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and public comment.

• Organization of events
• Updates on previous topics

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. Members voted to cancel the scheduled November meeting and instead reconvene on December 2, 2025. No other formal actions were taken during the session.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Skipped November meeting, reconvene December 2 (vote)

Homelessness Task Force

The Homelessness Task Force will meet to discuss the continuation of tiny shelters and protocols for large or separated homeless families. The body will also address member vacancies and the removal of two inactive members.

• Continuation of tiny shelter discussion
• Protocols for large homeless families and separated families presented by Sharon Maggard
• Removal of inactive members Joseph Moceri and Abby Bohman
• Filling vacancies for WA State Department of Social and Health Services and Tribal Government representatives
• Supplemental document recording fee update

The October 7 meeting lacked a quorum, so no votes were taken on agenda items. Items such as removal of inactive members, supplemental fee allocation, and large family protocol were discussed but not decided. The meeting adjourned without any formal approvals or denials.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the draft bylaws that define its purpose, membership appointments, officer roles, meeting procedures, and ethics standards. Members will consider how board terms, staggered expirations, and vacancy processes are handled. The board will also address quorum, voting thresholds, and the process for nominating and electing officers.

• Adoption of draft bylaws governing board structure and operations
• Appointment procedures, three‑year terms, and staggered expirations for members
• Nomination and election process for Chair and Vice‑Chair positions
• Quorum definition (four members) and voting requirements (majority, two‑thirds for amendments)
• Ethics and conflict‑of‑interest guidelines for board members

The board unanimously elected Troye Jarmuth as pro tem chair. A subcommittee of Anna Plager and Troye Jarmuth was created to recommend new Parks Advisory Board members. Anna Plager was appointed to the Parks Master Plan Update Ad Hoc committee, and Peter Craig was retained on that committee. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Troye Jarmuth elected pro tem chair (unanimous)
• Anna Plager and Troye Jarmuth appointed subcommittee for Parks Advisory Board member selection (motion passed)
• Anna Plager appointed to Parks Master Plan Update Ad Hoc committee (motion passed)
• Peter Craig retained on Parks Master Plan Update Ad Hoc committee (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider appointing two members to the Revenue Advisory Committee, a landowner's request for final approval of Subdivision LDV2018-00035 (Portwood Vale) for Pakala LLC, a resolution to spend money from the affordable housing sales and use tax fund, a presentation on the Doc Holiday timber replacement sale, and a recommendation of the 2026 county budget.

• Resolution appointing Lynne Kastner and Ben Pacheco to the Revenue Advisory Committee
• Final approval request for Subdivision LDV2018-00035, Portwood Vale for Pakala LLC
• Resolution authorizing expenditure from the affordable housing sales and use tax fund
• Presentation – Doc Holiday Timber Replacement Sale
• Administrator recommendation of the 2026 Clallam County Budget

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will approve the timeline, notice and press release for the 2026 Heritage Fund application call. The board also introduced new District I member Linsdey Sehmel and noted expiring terms for four members on December 31, 2025. Two openings on District II were announced for future appointments.

• Introduction of Linsdey Sehmel as new District I board member
• Approve timeline for 2026 Heritage Fund applications
• Approve notice and press release for 2026 Heritage Fund applications
• Expiring terms on December 31, 2025 for Judith Stipe, Paula Hunt, Mike Doherty, and Nancy Messmer
• District II membership openings (2 positions)

The board approved the meeting agenda and the July 7, 2025 minutes. It approved the timeline and the public notice/press release for the 2026 Heritage Fund application call. The board noted that four members’ terms expire on Dec. 31, 2025 and that two District II seats remain open.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 7, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved timeline for 2026 Heritage Fund applications (motion carried)
• Approved notice and press release for 2026 Heritage Fund applications (motion carried)

Housing Solutions Committee

The Housing Solutions Committee will discuss the 2025 Commerce Grant Cycle and a proposed $1 million funding application for the Sunbelt Apartments redevelopment in Sequim. The meeting will also include a Housing Washington update and a possible joint legislative meeting.

• Discussion of 2025 Commerce Grant Cycle
• Review of $1 million funding for Sunbelt Apartments redevelopment
• Housing Washington Update
• Possible November 7th Legislative Joint Meeting
• Community Update

The Housing Solutions Committee approved the meeting agenda and the September 5 minutes unanimously. It recommended allocating $1 million from 1590 funding to expand the Sunbelt Apartment from 16 to 36 units, changing the funding‑contingency deadline to February 1, 2027. The next committee meeting was set for November 7, 2025.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 5 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended $1 M Sunbelt Apartment expansion (16→36 units), funding contingency date changed to 02/01/2027
• Scheduled next meeting for November 7, 2025

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee will approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes, receive updates on Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and Olympic Adventure Trail (OAT) projects—including the ODT‑Forks to La Push project and a grant status—hear reports from volunteer trail crews, and get an update on the county’s Six‑Year Transportation Plan. No formal decisions beyond discussion are indicated in the agenda.

• Approval of September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• ODT‑Forks to La Push project update
• Raise Grant update
• County volunteer ODT/OAT trail crew maintenance reports
• Six‑Year Transportation Plan update

The Trails Advisory Committee approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It also voted to approve the non‑motorized projects outlined in the County’s 2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Plan. Other agenda items were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved non‑motorized projects in the 2026‑2031 Transportation Improvement Plan

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the Draft Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (2026-2031) and continue work on the Comprehensive Plan Update. The plan outlines 43 funded projects and 48 unfunded road improvements for the next six years.

• Public hearing on Draft Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (2026-2031)
• Work session on Comprehensive Plan Update
• Review of 43 funded road, bridge, and trail projects
• Review of 48 unfunded road improvement projects
• Discussion of new projects including Safety Action Plan

The commission approved the meeting minutes, with two members abstaining. It voted 7-1 to forward the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Plan recommendation, moving two culvert projects to the funded portion, to the Board of County Commissioners. It also voted 7-1 to suspend the Transfer Development Rights program through revisions to the Comprehensive Plan. The RV ordinance was sent to the Board of County Commissioners for final review.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed, two abstentions)
• Forwarded Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Plan recommendation with two culvert projects moved to funded portion (7-1)
• Suspended Transfer Development Rights program via Comprehensive Plan revisions (7-1)
• RV ordinance forwarded to Board of County Commissioners for final review

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will approve routine vouchers and payroll, adopt a hazard mitigation plan update, and consider several budget revisions and emergency funding requests. A key item is the call for bids, due Oct 29, for the Joint Public Safety Facility Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing on emergency funding requests.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $653,877.31 for the week of Sep 22
• Approval of payroll payments totaling $1,349,027.80 for period ending Sep 15
• Resolution to adopt the 2024 Multi‑Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update
• Call for bids (deadline Oct 29, 2 p.m.) for the Joint Public Safety Facility Project
• Budget revisions: $20,510 for septic system incentives, $35,000 for juvenile services, $475,541 for homeless services, $39,000 for court security, $59,956 for auditor election costs, $9,000 for environmental quality grant

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners approved the consent agenda items, including vouchers, payroll and several proclamations. It approved multiple agreements with the Deputy Sheriffs Guild, the Department of Health, the Department of Children, Youth & Families, and the Department of Commerce. The board adopted a budget revision reallocating $20,510 and supplemental appropriations of $35,000, $475,541, $39,000, $59,956 and $9,000. It opened and later closed a public hearing on debatable emergency funding requests.

• Approved consent agenda items (vouchers, payroll, proclamations)
• Approved agreement with Clallam County Deputy Sheriffs Guild for Patrol Deputies
• Approved Agreement Amendment 6 with Department of Health for Consolidated Contract
• Approved Agreement Amendment 7 with Department of Health for Consolidated Contract
• Approved agreement with Department of Children, Youth & Families for evidence‑based coordinated services
• Approved agreement with Department of Commerce for Secure Crisis Residential Center
• Adopted budget revision reallocating $20,510 for septic system repair incentives
• Adopted supplemental appropriations of $35,000, $475,541, $39,000, $59,956 and $9,000

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board will discuss Highway 101 projects with the Department of Transportation. It will consider an agreement with the Department of Children, Youth, and Families to provide detention‑based services. A briefing and call for bids for the Joint Public Safety Facility Project will be presented, with bids due by October 29, 2025 at 2 p.m.

• Discussion with Department of Transportation regarding Highway 101 Projects
• Agreement with Department of Children, Youth, and Families to provide detention‑based services
• Briefing and call for bids for the Joint Public Safety Facility Project (bids due Oct 29, 2025, 2 p.m.)

Miscellaneous Meetings

The work group is discussing how to apply existing grants and funding sources to reservoir and irrigation projects. The body is reviewing recommendations for design resets, permitting, and construction of canal piping and flow automation.

• Ecology Streamflow Restoration Grants with remaining balances for 2019 ($1,143,453.16), 2020 ($2,275,699), and 2022 ($1,680,000)
• WaterSMART Grant totaling $2,434,622.15 for construction of H1 lateral piping, flow control structures, and intake improvements
• Congressionally-Directed Spending (CDS) of $2,728,000 for main canal piping and settling basin construction
• Proposed reset of 30% Dungeness Reservoir Preliminary Design for Option E1 Configuration
• Proposed construction of HID Main Canal Piping Project

Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee will approve the minutes from the May and August 2025 meetings. Staff will give updates on general sewer system and wastewater treatment plant staffing. The committee will discuss the sewer user rate structure, including annual rate increases and late fees. Public comments are limited to three minutes each.

• Approval of minutes of May 2025 meeting
• Approval of minutes of August 2025 meeting
• Staff report on general sewer system and WWTP staffing updates
• Discussion of user rate structure, annual rate increases, and late fees
• Public comment limited to three minutes per speaker

The committee approved the May 2025 and August 2025 meeting minutes, with no opposition recorded. No other actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

• Approved May 2025 minutes (none opposed)
• Approved August 2025 minutes (none opposed)

Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

The committee will approve minutes from the May and August 2025 meetings. Staff will give updates on the general sewer system and wastewater treatment plant staffing. The main discussion will focus on the sewer user rate structure, including annual rate increases and late fees. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve minutes of May 2025 meeting
• Approve minutes of August 2025 meeting
• Staff report on general sewer system and WWTP staffing updates
• Discussion of sewer user rate structure, annual increases, and late fees

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will approve minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting and hear updates from Sheriff King on the Joint Public Safety Facility, the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee, and the HCA Medicaid Transformation Project at the jail. Members will be informed of numerous new sheriff’s office personnel appointments and upcoming resignations, retirements, and intern changes. The agenda also notes the October 4, 2025 safety fair and provides time for public comments.

• Approve minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting
• Sheriff update on the Joint Public Safety Facility
• Report on the HCA Medicaid Transformation Project at the jail (began 7/1/25)
• Personnel changes: multiple new hires, resignations, and a retirement
• Upcoming Safety Fair scheduled for October 4, 2025

The Citizen Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the May 29, 2025 meeting after a motion by Charles Meyer and a second by Barbara Sanford. No other formal actions were taken; the agenda included updates on the Joint Public Safety Facility, animal‑crisis solutions, the jail Medicaid transformation project, personnel changes, and an upcoming public safety fair.

• Approved minutes from May 29, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization will approve the minutes from its September 23, 2025 meeting. Members will review the assessment rolls for the 2025 assessment year. Assessor Rushton will present the Assessor’s Certificate of Assessment Rolls for 2025.

• Approve meeting minutes from September 23, 2025
• Review the 2025 assessment rolls
• Presentation of Assessor Rushton’s Certificate of Assessment Rolls for 2025

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the September 23, 2025 meeting after a motion by Clausen and a second by Swanson. The motion carried. The board also reviewed the 2025 assessment rolls and heard a presentation of the Assessor’s certification, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved September 23, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board will meet to resolve a scheduling conflict regarding whether the fair occurs on the third week or the full third week of August. The board will also select the 2026 fair theme and review staffing needs for barn superintendents and judges.

• Determination of 2026 fair dates (Third Week v. Full Third Week)
• Selection of 2026 Clallam County Fair theme
• 2026 Master Fee Schedule recommendation
• Review of 2025 recap and 2026 staffing needs for barn superintendents, judges, and volunteers
• Introduction of Fair & Special Event Coordinator, Aspen Smith

The board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. Members voted to adopt the 2026 fair theme as Stars, Stripes & County Fair Nights, amending the wording after a second motion. The amendment was approved with one abstention. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved minutes from the prior meeting (motion passed)
• Adopted 2026 fair theme: Stars & Stripes & County Fair Nights (motion passed)
• Amended theme wording to Stars, Stripes & County Fair Nights (approved, one abstention)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous vote)

Board of Equalization

The Board of Equalization is meeting to handle administrative matters. The agenda includes a discussion on hearing processes and the introduction of the board clerk.

• Approval of September 22, 2025 meeting minutes
• Introduction of BOE Clerk Kami Rosser
• Discussion regarding hearings processes

The Board of Equalization approved the minutes from the September 22, 2025 meeting. No other formal actions were taken; members discussed the shotgun hearing process and provided administrative updates.

• Approved September 22, 2025 minutes (motion carried)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve payroll and vouchers totaling $3.8 million, along with contract amendments for electronic databases and various service agreements. The meeting includes a public hearing on Title III funds and a 1:30 p.m. executive session for collective bargaining.

• Approval of $3.8M in payroll and vouchers
• Contract amendments with Tegria/Providence for electronic databases
• Resolution authorizing Title III Fund allocations
• Agreements for adult developmental disability services
• Executive session for collective bargaining

The commissioners adopted multiple contract amendments with Tegria/Providence to expand an electronic database for incarcerated individuals. They also approved a waiver for a mental‑health grant contract, agreements with the courts and child‑services agencies, and a parcel‑rate resolution for the Clallam Conservation District.

• Approved Contract Amendment 1 with Tegria/Providence (electronic database for incarcerated individuals)
• Approved Contract Amendment 2 with Tegria/Providence (electronic database for incarcerated individuals)
• Approved Contract Amendment 3 with Tegria/Providence (electronic database for incarcerated individuals)
• Approved Contract Amendment 4 with Tegria/Providence (electronic database for incarcerated individuals)
• Approved waiver of bid/RFP for Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic mental‑health response grant (2e)
• Approved agreement with Administrative Office of the Courts for CASA Volunteers Program (2f)
• Approved agreement with Department of Children, Youth and Families for detention‑based services (2h)
• Adopted resolution approving parcel rates and charges within the Clallam Conservation District (4a)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review multiple agreements with state agencies and vendors, including a request to waive bidding requirements for a medical sensor, and will adopt the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2024.

• Agreement with Clallam County Deputy Sheriffs Guild for Patrol Deputies
• Request for Waiver of Bid/RFP Requirements for Reassurance Solutions, LLC for a XK300 Medical Sensor
• Agreement with Department of Commerce for Secure Crisis Residential Center
• Agreement with Department of Commerce for Ancillary Therapeutic Services
• Adoption of the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Update 2024

Board of Equalization

The Board will administer the oath of office for its 2025 members. It will vote to select a new Board Chair. The meeting will include a review of the annual Department of Revenue training.

• Swearing in of the Board of Equalization for 2025 Assessment Year
• Election of a Board Chair
• Review of annual Department of Revenue training

The Board of Equalization members took the oath of office for the 2025 assessment year. Gordon Gibbs was nominated and approved as Board Chair, and Thomas Swanson was nominated and approved as Vice Chair. The meeting concluded after these administrative actions.

• Gibbs, Swanson, and Clausen sworn in for 2025 assessment year (oath administered)
• Gibbs nominated and approved as Board Chair
• Swanson nominated and approved as Vice Chair

Revenue Advisory Committee

The Revenue Advisory Committee will meet to discuss the Department of Natural Resources appraisal process and legal matters. The meeting includes a report from Commissioner Johnson regarding the Board of Natural Resources.

• Appraisal process discussion with DNR
• Legal discussion
• Board of Natural Resources Report from Commissioner Johnson

The committee approved its meeting agenda after a motion by Commissioner Johnson and a second by Diana Reaume. The minutes from the August 18, 2025 meeting were also approved after a motion by Michael Mingee and a second by Ben Pacheco. No other actions were taken.

• Agenda approved (motion by Johnson, seconded by Reaume)
• August 18 minutes approved (motion by Mingee, seconded by Pacheco)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission will discuss four charter amendment proposals: BOCC Townhall, Ethics Review Board, County Clerk, and a Public Works amendment concerning the County Road Fund. Commissioners will hear briefings from the proposing members and from Administrator Mielke on federal, state, and tribal land issues. The body will consider moving the BOCC Townhall, Ethics Review Board, and County Clerk amendments to Step 2 of the charter amendment process. Public comment will be accepted for up to three minutes per speaker.

• BOCC Townhall proposed amendment (Step 2) presented by Commissioner Sarmiento
• Ethics Review Board proposed amendment (Step 2) presented by Commissioner Cameron
• County Clerk proposed amendment (Step 2) presented by Commissioner Richards
• Presentation on federal, state, tribal land by Administrator Mielke
• Public Works Department amendment on County Road Fund (Step 1) presented by Commissioner Tozzer

The Charter Review Commission approved a final draft amendment requiring each County Commissioner to hold at least one town‑hall meeting per district each year, passing 11‑1. The commission also amended and advanced an Ethics Review Board amendment, with 12 votes in favor, and voted to send that amendment back to committee (12‑0). A motion to pull the County Clerk amendment off the table passed despite 9 opposition votes (3‑9). The agenda was updated to add a security discussion and to keep the Administrator Mielke presentation.

• Motion to remove Administrator Mielke presentation failed (no second)
• Motion to add security discussion to agenda adopted (no objection)
• BOCC Townhall amendment adopted as final draft (11‑1)
• Ethics Review Board amendment amended and advanced to step 3/4 (12‑0)
• Motion to table Ethics Review Board amendment sent back to committee (12‑0)
• Motion to pull County Clerk amendment off the table passed (3‑9)
• September 8, 2025 CRC regular meeting minutes approved as presented
• August 13, 2025 Land Acquisition Committee minutes approved as presented

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will hear several community updates and consider a potential lodging tax application aimed at supporting the Clallam Bay Visitor’s Center and tourism promotion. No public comment is scheduled. The meeting will set the next meeting date for September 18, 2025.

• Discussion on potential Lodging Tax ask (lodging tax application included in agenda packet)
• Community update from Slip Point Lighthouse Keepers (Coast Guard)
• Fire District 5 update on Jamestown Tribe facility, EMT Academy, and tender truck
• Clallam Bay Correction Center update on staff, water‑saving projects, budget, and gardening
• Parks Department update on grants, AmeriCorps, strategic marketing plan, and Parks Master Plan

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee met on September 18, 2025. The committee approved prior meeting minutes (February‑August 2025) with no action taken. No public comment was received and the business items consisted solely of community updates. The next meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2025 at the Sekiu Community Center.

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will consider several routine financial approvals, including the August timesheet for Executive Director Sarah Martinez, the August meeting minutes, and check registers for operating expenses and Section 8 vouchers. The board will also address a vacant board position under old business. The primary new business item is Resolution #PHA-2025-19, which seeks approval of Section 8 payment standards.

• Approve Executive Director Sarah Martinez August timesheet (Pages 3-4)
• Approve August regular meeting minutes (Pages 5-6)
• Approve August operating check registers totaling $709,159.70
• Approve August Section 8 check registers totaling $623,550.24
• Resolution #PHA-2025-19: Approval of Section 8 payment standards (Pages 8-10)

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board approved the Section 8 payment standards (Resolution #PHA-2025-19). The board also appointed Mary Jean Ryan to fill an open Jefferson County commissioner position. Additionally, the board approved an application for the Housing Trust Fund for the Eklund project at Gales (Resolution #PHA-2025-20). All approvals were made by voice vote.

• Approved Section 8 payment standards (Resolution #PHA-2025-19) – voice vote
• Approved appointment of Mary Jean Ryan to open Jefferson County commissioner position – voice vote
• Approved Housing Trust Fund application for Eklund at Gales (Resolution #PHA-2025-20) – voice vote
• Approved August timesheet – voice vote
• Approved August regular meeting minutes – voice vote
• Approved August Check Register (Section 8) – voice vote
• Approved August Check Register (Outpost) – voice vote

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025, was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. The agenda included a work session for the Comprehensive Plan Update.

• Cancelled meeting due to lack of quorum
• Proposed work session on Comprehensive Plan Update
• Announcement of 6-Year Transportation Improvement Plan hearing on October 1, 2025

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $516,754.22 and adopt the minutes from the week of September 8. They will discuss several contracts, including knotweed control and a ballot‑sorter machine. The meeting also includes notices of budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and a resolution to hold a hearing on September 30 to consider emergency funding requests such as a $625,000 property purchase for the Joint Public Safety Facility.

• Approve vouchers for $516,754.22 (Warrant numbers 9943474‑9943629)
• Contract with Washington Department of Agriculture for knotweed control
• Supplemental appropriation of $475,541 for the Homeless Task Force (Serenity House support)
• Resolution to consider emergency $625,000 purchase of property adjacent to the Joint Public Safety Facility
• Request for proposals for 2026 Behavioral Health services, due Oct 20, 2025

The Board approved several service agreements, including a court security project and contracts for knotweed control, ballot machines, community health services, and a federal safety plan. It issued notices of upcoming budget revisions and supplemental appropriations for health, human services, and homelessness programs. The Board also adopted a resolution to hold a hearing on September 30 to consider emergency funding for human resources, parks, general fund reserves, public works, and sheriff‑jail needs. Consent agenda items for vouchers, minutes, and a request for proposals were also approved.

• Approved agreement with Administrative Office of the Courts for Court Security Project
• Approved contract with Washington Department of Agriculture for knotweed control
• Approved agreement with Runbeck Election Services LLC for ballot machine
• Approved agreement with North Olympic Healthcare Network for community services upon release from custody
• Approved agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration for Safety Action Plan
• Issued notice of budget revisions for health & human services and supplemental appropriations
• Adopted resolution to hold hearing on Sep 30 for emergency funding covering HR, parks, general fund, public works, and sheriff‑jail
• Adopted consent agenda items: vouchers, minutes, RFP notice, and Dungeness River Management Team roster

Opportunity Fund Board

The board will select a Chair and Vice-Chair for 2025 and review the current Opportunity Fund balance. The meeting includes an application review for projects including Clallam Bay sewer station replacement and Lyons Landing infrastructure.

• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2025
• Application review for Clallam Bay Sewer Station Replacement
• Application review for Infrastructure for Lyons Landing
• Application review for Eklund @ Gales
• Application review for Marine Trades Center, A St Basin Wastewater Capacity, and Booster Pump & Water Main design

The Opportunity Fund Board elected Alan Barnard as Chair and Bill Hermann as Vice Chair, each unanimously. The board also approved the minutes from the November 8, 2024 meeting unanimously. It then voted to recommend to the Clallam County Board of Commissioners a $260,000 loan and a $675,000 grant for the City of Forks, contingent on a lease with Riverside Forest Products USA. The recommendation was approved unanimously (five votes in favor, one member recused).

• Alan Barnard elected Chair (unanimous)
• Bill Hermann elected Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved November 8, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended $260,000 loan to City of Forks (5‑0, 1 recused)
• Recommended $675,000 grant to City of Forks (5‑0, 1 recused)
• Loan and grant contingent on City of Forks lease with Riverside Forest Products USA (unanimous)

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health will meet to approve meeting minutes and hear an infectious disease update. The board will also discuss a proposal to spend $25,000 on a report analyzing local opioid trends and prevention resources.

• Approval of August 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• Health Officer infectious disease update
• Discussion of $25,000 Opioid Gaps Report proposal
• Presentation on Environmental Health Annual Report
• Public comment on vaccination rates and climate change

The Board of Health unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the August 19 minutes. It also approved a recommendation to allocate $25,000 from the Opioid Settlement Funds to develop an Opioid Gap Report, which will be sent to the County Commissioners for final approval. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August 19, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation to allocate $25,000 for Opioid Gap Report

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will meet to review input regarding a proposed Charter amendment. This amendment would create an Ethics Review Board.

• Review of proposed Charter amendment to create an Ethics Review Board

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Port Angeles City Council and Clallam County Commissioners will meet to discuss the Joint Public Safety Facility, including design and funding. The City Council will also vote on several utility infrastructure contracts and grant acceptances.

• Design and Construction Agreement for the Joint Public Safety Facility
• Wastewater Treatment Plant contracts: $76,916.07 for aeration blowers and $63,633.30 for mixing basin mixers
• Water Treatment Plant instrumentation upgrade contract to Core & Main for $50,726.72
• Downtown Streets Study professional services agreement with Fehr & Peers for $50,000.00
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Digester Cleaning change order increasing contract by $90,000

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss proposed budget revisions, supplemental appropriations, and debatable emergencies for consideration on September 30. The meeting also includes reviews of various service agreements for behavioral health, disability services, and public works projects.

• Discussion on proposed budget revisions and supplemental appropriations
• Agreement with US Department of Transportation for Safety Action Plan
• Engineering design pre-application with City of Forks for Olympic Discovery Trail
• Request for proposals for 2026 Behavioral Health Proposals due October 20, 2025
• Appointments of Jennifer Hutto to Housing Solutions Committee and Abigail Barnett to Behavioral Health Advisory Board

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will determine quorum, approve the August meeting minutes, and hear public comments. It will receive announcements about the Northwest Straits Initiative 2025 conference, end‑of‑year project reports due September 30, and 2025‑2027 grant proposals with the Northwest Straits Commission. An update on the Indian Creek fuel spill will be discussed, and the next regular meeting date (October 20) will be set.

• Approval of August meeting minutes
• Announcement of Northwest Straits Initiative 2025 conference
• End‑of‑year project reports due September 30
• 2025‑2027 grant proposals with Northwest Straits Commission
• Indian Creek fuel spill update

The Marine Resources Committee approved the August 2025 meeting minutes with a unanimous vote. The committee scheduled its next meeting for Monday, October 20, 2025. No other formal actions were taken; remaining items were discussed or reported.

• Approved August 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Oct 20, 2025

Lodging Tax Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will review financial projections and discuss the process for 2026 lodging tax funding applications. The committee will also approve a notice to call for these applications.

• Review of financial LTAC projections
• Discussion on 2026 allocations
• Approval of notice to call for 2026 funding applications
• Approval of April 10, 2025 minutes
• Public comment period

The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee adopted its agenda and approved the April 10, 2025 minutes. It allocated $2.15 million in a first‑round funding package for the Olympic Peninsula Visitor Bureau and Clallam County Parks and Fair, while pausing a second round pending further data. The committee also moved to issue a notice for 2026 lodging‑tax funding applications.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion carried)
• Approved April 10, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Allocated $2.15 million first‑round funding for visitor bureau and parks (motion carried)
• Paused second‑round funding decision pending income data (motion carried)
• Issued notice for 2026 lodging‑tax funding applications (motion carried)

Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board

The Conservation Futures Program Advisory Board will approve the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes and hear a presentation summarizing past and approved projects. The board will then review the proposed 2026 application and its timeline. Public comment will be limited to three minutes. The next meeting is scheduled for October 8, 2025.

• Approve minutes from March 12, 2025
• Barbara Pappas presents summary of past and approved Conservation Futures projects
• Review proposed 2026 application and timeline
• Public comment limited to three minutes
• Next meeting set for October 8, 2025

The Advisory Board approved the March 12, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and second with no objection. They approved a correction to the 2026 project timeline, moving Item No. 17 from April 28 to April 21. The board also cancelled the scheduled October 8, 2025 regular meeting and set the next meeting for November 12, 2025 at 1:15 p.m.

• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (motion passed, no objection)
• Approved correction to 2026 timeline: Item No. 17 changed to April 21
• Cancelled October 8, 2025 regular meeting (motion passed, no objection)
• Scheduled next meeting for November 12, 2025 at 1:15 p.m.

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team approved the amended notes from the June 11, 2025 meeting. No other actions were decided; the remainder of the agenda consisted of updates, presentations, and public comments.

• Approved amended Dungeness River Management Team meeting notes (unanimous)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Land Acquisition Committee will approve minutes from three prior meetings. It will discuss the Prosecuting Attorney’s advice on the state trust‑land transfer law and consider next steps for a proposed charter amendment. The meeting also includes public comment and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Approve minutes from 7/28/25, 8/13/25, and 8/26/25 Committee meetings
• Discuss Prosecuting Attorney’s advice on trust‑land transfer law (9/3/25)
• Discuss next steps and proposed charter amendment
• Public comment period
• Schedule the next meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several interagency agreements and a memorandum of understanding for regional projects. The meeting includes the approval of weekly vouchers and the appointment of a Deputy Clerk of the Board.

• Approval of $433,672.64 in accounts payable vouchers
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department and State 911 for PenCom Dispatch
• Agreement Amendment 1 with Department of Transportation for Old Olympic Highway Resurfacing Project
• Agreement with Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs for Mental Health Field Response
• Resolution to appoint Kami Rosser as the Deputy Clerk of the Board

The commissioners authorized the Prosecuting Attorney's Office to affirm Clallam County’s participation in the G8 Settlement, the New Purdue Plan, and the Purdue Direct Settlement. They also adopted the consent agenda, appointed Kami Rosser as Deputy Clerk, and approved a series of agreements covering solid waste, emergency dispatch, mental‑health response, and highway resurfacing.

• Authorized Prosecuting Attorney to affirm participation in the G8 Settlement
• Authorized Prosecuting Attorney to affirm participation in the New Purdue Plan
• Authorized Prosecuting Attorney to affirm participation in the Purdue Direct Settlement
• Adopted consent agenda as presented
• Appointed Kami Rosser as Deputy Clerk of the Board
• Approved agreement with Department of Ecology for solid waste management
• Approved agreement with Washington State Military Department and State 911 for PenCom Dispatch
• Approved agreement amendment with Department of Transportation for Old Olympic Highway resurfacing

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board will approve agenda items, review draft minutes, and discuss old business including vacant positions, an opioid settlement update, and the 2026‑2027 funding cycle amount. New business includes a behavioral health reporting update, a review of the Request for Proposal timeline, recruitment of volunteers for the proposal review committee, and a vote on two new board members. The meeting also provides updates on the Jamestown Healing Clinic inpatient facility and other program initiatives.

• Determine available funding amount for the 2026‑2027 behavioral health funding cycle
• Opioid settlement update
• Vote on new board members: Advocate for SUD/MH Services – Abigail Barnett; Services for the Homeless – Alexandria Fermanis
• Review of Request for Proposal (RFP) timeline
• Recruit volunteers for the proposal review committee

The board approved the meeting agenda and the corrected minutes from July 8. It voted unanimously to allocate $1,800,000 for the 2026‑2027 funding cycle, setting aside $200,000 for redistribution in early 2027. The board moved to place Abigail Barnett on the County Commissioners for final approval and decided not to advance Alexandria Fermanis for the Services for the Homeless seat.

• Approved agenda (majority)
• Approved corrected minutes from 07/08/25 (majority)
• Unanimously allocated $1,800,000 for 2026‑2027 funding, with $200,000 reserve
• Voted to move Abigail Barnett onto BOCC for final approval
• Decided not to move forward with Alexandria Fermanis for Services for the Homeless
• Kristine Johnson volunteered for the RFP review committee

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several agreements and contracts, including a court security project, knotweed control, a ballot sorter machine, and an amendment with the Department of Transportation for the Old Olympic Highway resurfacing project. It will also discuss a letter to the Lands Commissioner about paused timber sales. Future agenda items and the possibility of an executive session for personnel or legal matters are noted.

• Agreement with Administrative Office of the Courts for Court Security Project
• Contract with Washington Department of Agriculture for knotweed control
• Agreement with Runbeck Election Services LLC for Agilis ballot sorter machine
• Agreement Amendment 1 with Department of Transportation for Old Olympic Highway resurfacing project
• Letter to Lands Commissioner regarding paused timber sales

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will consider several proposed charter amendments, including a Step 2 amendment from the County Clerk concerning the duties of the County Clerk and the role of the Superior Court Judges. Other amendments from the BOCC Townhall, Ethics Review Board, and the Department of Public Works are also on the agenda. The commission will hear public comment and receive reports from the Ethics and Land Acquisition subcommittees.

• County Clerk proposed amendment (Step 2) – Commissioner Richards
• BOCC Townhall proposed amendment (Step 1) – Commissioner Sarmiento
• Ethics Review Board proposed amendment (Step 1) – Commissioner Cameron
• Duties of the Department of Public Works regarding the County Road Fund (Step 1) – Commissioner Tozzer
• Subcommittee reports: Ethics Committee and Land Acquisition Committee

The commission adopted the agenda and the August 25 minutes as presented. A motion to table the proposed County Clerk amendment passed 11‑2, postponing further action. A later motion to seek input from the Prosecuting Attorney, judges and clerk on the amendment failed 5‑8. Several other proposals were moved to the next step for future consideration.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Adopted August 25 minutes as presented
• Tabled County Clerk amendment (11‑2)
• Motion to consult Prosecuting Attorney, judges, clerk on amendment failed (5‑8)
• BOCC Townhall amendment advanced to step 2 for September 22 meeting
• Ethics Review Board amendment remains at step 1; committee will meet again before step 2
• Public Works amendment advanced to step 2 for September 22 meeting
• Land Acquisition Committee meeting scheduled for September 9 in Forks

Housing Solutions Committee

The Housing Solutions Committee will discuss new business items including funding for the Sequim Sunbelt Apartment project and temporary dwelling units. It will also review old business such as the tribal representative report and the 2025 Commerce Housing Grant (HTF/CHIP). Public comment will be taken on housing‑related topics.

• Sequim Sunbelt Apartment 1590 Funding (new business)
• Temporary Dwelling Units (new business)
• 2025 Commerce Housing Grant – HTF/CHIP applications (old business)
• Tribal Representative report (old business)
• Housing Registry Q3 update (report)

The Housing Solutions Committee approved its agenda and the August 1 minutes without opposition. Members also voted unanimously to recommend Jennifer Hutto for the open Tribal Representative seat on the committee. No other actions were decided at this meeting.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• Minutes (August 1, 2025) approved (unanimous)
• Recommend Jennifer Hutto as Tribal Representative to BOCC (unanimous)

Law Library Board

The Law Library Board reviewed updates on resources, a Memorandum of Agreement, and IT. They approved the inclusion of specific LexisNexis and Washington State Bar titles in the digital law library subscription and recorded that the county awaits a $5,000 administration fee invoice from North Olympic Library System. The meeting also covered equipment receipt and a planned one‑week soft launch of the new portal.

• Approved LexisNexis and Washington State Bar titles for digital law library subscription
• Awaiting $5,000 administration fee invoice from North Olympic Library System per MOA
• IT update: equipment received; portal to launch with one‑week soft launch

The board approved the minutes of the September 3, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Mike French moved to approve the minutes as presented and Commissioner Jesse Medlong seconded the motion. The motion carried without objection. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by French, seconded by Medlong)

Trails Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Trails Advisory Committee will review updates on emergency access to the Olympic Discovery Trail, proposals for the county lodging tax, utility work at Diamond Point, and the draft Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program. No formal decisions are recorded; the items are presented for information and possible future agenda inclusion. Maintenance reports were postponed to the next meeting.

• Update on ODT emergency access
• Lodging Tax project proposals update
• Diamond Point utility work discussion
• Six-Year Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) update
• ODT‑Forks to La Push project environmental and cultural surveying nearly complete

The Trails Advisory Committee reviewed project updates, including the ODT Forks‑to‑La Push segment, maintenance activities, emergency‑access key distribution, and several proposal discussions. No motions were voted on or formal actions approved, denied, or tabled.

Crescent Community Advisory Council

The Crescent Community Advisory Council will meet to approve the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting and discuss updates from Fire District 4, the Department of Natural Resources, and local schools.

• Approval of June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Fire District 4 update
• DNR update
• Crescent School update
• Crescent Water and Port update

The Crescent Community Advisory Council approved the meeting agenda as presented. The council also approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (motion passed)
• Approved June 4, 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will hold a work session to discuss updates to the Comprehensive Plan, including a proposed amendment that adds community identity and cohesion to the definition of “Rural Character.” The commission will also note the Open Space Ordinance that was passed on August 26, 2025. No public hearings or unfinished business are on the agenda.

• Proposed amendment to add clause (j) to the Comprehensive Plan definition of “Rural Character.”
• Continued work on the Comprehensive Plan Update, including review of 109 public comments.
• Announcement that the Open Space Ordinance was passed on August 26, 2025.
• No public hearing items scheduled for this meeting.
• No unfinished business items listed.

Commissioners approved the meeting minutes after a motion and second, with a request for two corrections. The commission discussed work‑session topics including short‑term rentals, geologic hazards, highway connections, road design, timber industry, marine areas, and climate‑related hazards, but no formal actions were taken. No other decisions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several agreements with state agencies covering solid waste management, 911 dispatch, and mental‑health field response. It will also discuss a pre‑application questionnaire for a clean‑water loan program and a memorandum of understanding for Recompete projects. A resolution to appoint the Deputy Clerk will be voted on. The meeting includes a public comment period and may enter executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Agreement with Department of Ecology for Solid Waste Management
• Agreement with Washington State Military Department and State 911 for PenCom Dispatch
• Agreement with Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs for Mental Health Field Response
• Pre‑application questionnaire with Department of Ecology for Clean Water State Revolving Fund
• Resolution to appoint Kami Rosser as Deputy Clerk of the Board

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will present the preliminary 2026 budget and hold a hearing on a system of rates and charges for the Clallam Conservation District. The meeting also includes approvals for weekly vouchers and payroll.

• Preliminary 2026 Budget presentation
• Hearing on rates and charges for Clallam Conservation District services
• Approval of $949,968.00 in accounts payable vouchers
• Approval of $1,040,892.28 in payroll
• Call for November 4, 2025 hearing on the Six-Year 2025-2030 Transportation Improvement Program

The Board adopted the consent agenda, approving vouchers for the week of Aug. 25, payroll for the period ending Aug. 15, and the minutes for the week of Aug. 25, and it proclaimed September 2025 as Workforce Development Professionals Month. It also approved an agreement with the Peninsula Dispute Resolution Center to provide “We’re in This Together” seminars. A public hearing was scheduled for Nov. 4, 2025 on the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program.

• Approved vouchers for the week of Aug. 25 (consent agenda)
• Approved payroll for period ending Aug. 15, 2025 (consent agenda)
• Approved minutes for the week of Aug. 25 (consent agenda)
• Proclaimed Sept. 2025 as Workforce Development Professionals Month (consent agenda)
• Approved agreement with Peninsula Dispute Resolution Center for “We’re in This Together” seminars
• Scheduled public hearing for Nov. 4, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. on the Six‑Year Transportation Improvement Program

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will meet on September 2, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. in Board Room 160, 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles. The agenda includes a review and discussion of a proposed charter amendment that would establish an Ethics Review Board. The meeting will also include public comment and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Review and discussion of proposed charter amendment creating an Ethics Review Board

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee will discuss organizing events, including the possible use of the fairgrounds for a larger-scale clinic. Members will also review community sheltering needs and any assistance updates from regional partners. Public comment will be accepted before the meeting adjourns.

• Discussion on use of fairgrounds for larger scale clinic
• Discussion on community sheltering needs and gap‑filling
• Update on shelter assistance from regional partner

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 1, 2025 meeting. No other actions or decisions were taken during the session.

• Approved July 1, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the July 14, 2025 update to the county burn ban, which now prohibits all outdoor burning at unincorporated campgrounds. The board will also receive reports on recent Robin Hill trail work, a status update on the Parks Master Plan, and a notice that state tourism grant funding is paused for 2026. Additional items include a discussion of fire safety in designated campgrounds and a review of the July 1, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Full burn ban modification for all unincorporated campgrounds (July 14, 2025)
• Robin Hill multi‑user trail work report (July 15, 2025)
• Parks Master Plan update – progress report (08/15/2025)
• State of Washington Tourism 2026 grants paused due to funding reduction
• Public comment on fire safety and campground use

The board approved a motion to form a new subcommittee for selecting future board members, naming Candace Kathol, Anna Plager, and Troye Jarmuth as members. The existing Bylaws Subcommittee will continue with Anna Plager and Candace Kathol. Discussion of the Master Plan was tabled pending a decision on Peter Craig’s status. The meeting was adjourned at 7:30 pm.

• Accepted July 1, 2025 minutes (motion passed, seconded)
• Approved new Board Member Selection subcommittee (Candace Kathol, Anna Plager, Troye Jarmuth) – unanimous
• Confirmed Anna Plager and Candace Kathol will continue on Bylaws Subcommittee
• Tabled further Master Plan discussion until Peter Craig’s status is decided (no vote taken)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:30 pm (motion passed)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will meet to review responses from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and Clark County, discuss conflicts of interest, and review language for establishing an Ethics Board. The meeting will be held in person at the Board of Commissioners Board Room 160 on August 28, 2025.

• Review responses from PAO and Clark County
• Discuss conflicts of interest
• Review language to set up an Ethics Board
• Review homework paragraph assignments
• Public comment period

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will meet on August 28, 2025 to consider a possible lodging tax request. The meeting will also cover routine business such as agenda approval, public comment, and approval of minutes from prior meetings. Future agenda items will be identified and the next meeting scheduled for September 11, 2025.

• Discussion on potential lodging tax ask
• Approval of minutes for February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, and June 12, 2025
• Request for modifications/approval of agenda
• Public comment period
• Future agenda items and next meeting date set for September 11, 2025

The meeting approved no agenda changes and took no action on the minutes. No votes or formal decisions were recorded. Members discussed the possibility of applying for lodging tax funding, but no resolution was adopted.

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet to discuss questions regarding a proposed amendment. The session includes time for public comment and the establishment of the next meeting date.

• Discussion on questions regarding proposed amendment

The subcommittee approved its agenda. It decided not to adopt simultaneous BOCC Town Halls across districts, and it also rejected financial incentives for participation. Procedural drafts will not include a 30‑day notice reminder, a Zoom/hybrid option, or a specified Town Hall length. The draft charter amendment will be presented as “Step 1” to the full commission at the next meeting.

• Agenda approved (motion by Chair Sarmiento, seconded by Commissioner Richards)
• Simultaneous BOCC Town Halls across districts not adopted
• Financial incentives for Town Hall participation not adopted
• 30‑day advance notice reminder not written into draft
• Zoom/hybrid option not included in draft
• Specified Town Hall length not included in draft

Fair Advisory Board

The Fair Advisory Board will review recaps from the 2025 fair, including livestock and rodeo events. The board is discussing recommendations for the 2026 Master Fee Schedule and the adoption process for the 2026 fair theme and graphics.

• 2026 Master Fee Schedule Recommendation
• 2026 Fair Theme Recommendation and Graphics Adoption Process
• WSDA Capital Grant Application Update
• Beef, Swine, and Junior Livestock Auction Arena Covers capital planning
• City of PA fair vendor permitting and special occasion permits

The Fair Advisory Board approved the minutes from the previous meeting. A motion to postpone discussion on requiring a parvo vaccine for dogs on the fairgrounds was seconded and postponed. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Postponed discussion on requiring parvo vaccine for dogs (motion postponed, seconded by George)
• Voted to approve recommendation allowing auction volunteers free fair passes (fair board vote)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will review several budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including funds for IT equipment and shellfish grants. The meeting includes hearings on updating the consolidated fee schedule and open space codes, as well as emergency funding requests for broadband infrastructure.

• Emergency funding requests: $1,000,000 for Broadband Infrastructure and $117,807 for Federal Forest Replacement
• Budget revisions: $160,000 for leave payouts and $21,000 for 20 laptops and docking stations
• Ordinance to repeal and replace Clallam County Code Chapter 27.08 regarding Open Space
• Ordinance amending the Consolidated Fee Schedule for the Clerk of Superior Court
• Approval of $480,258.66 in vouchers for the week of August 18

The Commissioners adopted several contract amendments, budget revisions, and emergency funding measures. Agreements with SWCA Environmental Consultants, the Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs, the City of Sequim, Puget Sound Partnership, the U.S. Forest Service, and the County Road Administration Board were approved. Budget revisions reallocated $21,000 for IT equipment, $5,000 for a shellfish grant, and $160,000 for building‑security costs. Emergency funding was adopted for broadband infrastructure ($500,000), additional ARPA match ($203,662), General Fund match ($296,388), and federal forest replacement ($117,807).

• Approved agreement amendment with SWCA Environmental Consultants for Community Wildlife Protection Plan
• Approved agreement with Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs for sex‑offender monitoring
• Approved agreement with City of Sequim for Flaurat Acres utility services
• Approved agreement with Puget Sound Partnership for onsite management
• Approved agreement amendment with U.S. Forest Service for Secure Rural Schools Act Title II
• Approved agreement amendment with County Road Administration Board for Edgewood Drive Project
• Adopted budget revision allocating $21,000 for IT equipment purchase
• Adopted emergency funding of $500,000 for broadband infrastructure capital project

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will discuss whether to pursue formal charter amendments or issue recommendations. It will consider procedural questions such as the need for town‑hall meetings, outreach to community groups, and any changes to the charter document’s form or substance. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and scheduling of the next session.

• Discuss Treaty vs. Statutory Issues
• Consider Recommendations vs. Charter Amendment approach
• Debate need for committee town‑hall meetings in districts
• Plan outreach to community organizations
• Recruit volunteers for research

Board of County Commissioners

The work session will cover administrative items, a request to the Revenue Advisory Committee, a partnership agreement, a housing infrastructure grant questionnaire, and a discussion of 2026 budget priorities. A briefing will call for a public hearing on the Six‑Year 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program. The board will then enter an executive session to consider its collective bargaining position.

• Discussion on 2026 budget priorities
• Call for hearing on Six‑Year 2025‑2030 Transportation Improvement Program
• Revenue Advisory Committee request to send a letter about the pause on timber sales
• Agreement with Peninsula Dispute Resolution Center for “We’re in This Together” seminars
• Executive session to consider collective bargaining strategy

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet to approve minutes from the previous meeting and discuss proposed charter amendments and legal research requests. The meeting will include reports from various subcommittees and a public comment period.

• Approval of August 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• County Clerk Proposed Charter Amendment (Step 1)
• Legal Research Request
• Ethics Committee Report
• Land Acquisition Committee Report

The Charter Review Commission adopted the agenda and the minutes as presented. It moved the proposed County Clerk charter amendment to step 2 and will circulate it to the Superior Court judges, County Clerk, Prosecuting Attorney and Board of Commissioners for comment. The commission also approved a request to ask Attorney Dee Boughton a specific legal question about tribal land‑acquisition authority.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Adopted minutes (August 1, 2025) as presented
• Advanced County Clerk amendment to step 2 and circulate for comment (11‑2)
• Approved request to ask Attorney Dee Boughton a legal question (13‑0)

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will approve the July timesheet, meeting minutes, and several check registers totaling $680,179.18. It will also vote on two resolutions: FY25 approval of SEMAP certification (Resolution PHA-2025-17) and a CHIP Eklund matter (Resolution PHA-2025-18). An executive session will discuss a potential real‑estate purchase.

• Approve Executive Director Sarah Martinez July timesheet
• Approve July meeting minutes and check registers totaling $680,179.18
• Resolution PHA-2025-17: FY25 approval of SEMAP certification
• Resolution PHA-2025-18: CHIP Eklund matter
• Executive session to discuss real‑estate purchase

The board approved the July consent agenda items, including the timesheet, meeting minutes, and check registers, by voice vote. Commissioners gave Executive Director Sarah Martinez authorization to respond to a real‑estate seller, also by voice vote. Two resolutions were adopted: PHA‑2025‑17 for FY25 SEMAP certification and PHA‑2025‑18 for CHIP Eklund, each approved by voice vote.

• Approved July timesheet, meeting minutes, and check registers (voice vote)
• Authorized Executive Director Martinez to respond to real‑estate seller (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution PHA‑2025‑17 FY25 SEMAP certification (voice vote)
• Approved Resolution PHA‑2025‑18 CHIP Eklund (voice vote)

Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

The Sewer Advisory Committee will approve the May 2025 meeting minutes and welcome new member Pamela Hill. Staff will report on wastewater treatment plant staffing, a 2026 DOE Clean Water funding award letter, and a contract with Bruch & Bruch for pump stations at Clallam Bay, Middle Point, and Snob Hill with a 19‑week lead time. A presentation on the system's costs, revenue, rates, and fee structure will also be given.

• Approval of May 2025 meeting minutes
• Appointment of new committee member Pamela Hill (term ends 12/31/2028)
• Receipt of 2026 DOE Clean Water funding award letter (contract not yet issued)
• Contract execution with Bruch & Bruch for Clallam Bay, Middle Point, and Snob Hill pump stations; lead time 19 weeks
• Staff presentation on costs, revenue, rates, and fee structure

The committee postponed (tabled) the approval of the May 2025 meeting minutes. No other formal actions were decided; staff presented updates on WWTP staffing, project funding, pump‑station contracts, and fee‑structure options, and a member voiced public comment on commercial rates.

• Approval of May 2025 minutes – tabled

Planning Commission

The Commission held a work session to review the Comprehensive Plan Update (CPU) and consultant recommendations. Staff presented public‑comment summaries and proposed revisions to buffers, wetlands, and growth‑management policies. Commissioners discussed potential zoning changes in the Sequim and Clallam Bay/Sekiu urban growth areas and the need for a supplemental environmental impact statement.

• Proposed changes to Critical Area buffer requirements and voluntary stewardship program
• Update of the Wetland Rating System using Ecology's methodology
• Consideration of expanding the Urban Growth Area in Port Angeles and swapping industrial lands in Clallam Bay/Sekiu
• Potential zoning density increase in Sequim UGA and Clallam Bay/Sekiu to address housing needs
• Need for a supplemental EIS to evaluate transportation and utility impacts of increased zoning

Commissioners approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes after a motion and second. No other actions, approvals, or votes were taken during the session. The commission received no public comments and no public hearing items were presented.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will consider several agreements with the Department of Transportation for segments of the Olympic Discovery Trail. The body is also approving over $7 million in vouchers and payroll and calling for a hearing on Clallam Conservation District rates.

• Approval of $4,357,554.63 in accounts payable vouchers
• Approval of $3,067,167.82 in payroll
• Call for a September 2 hearing on Clallam Conservation District rates and charges
• Agreements with DOT for Olympic Discovery Trail segments including Bagley Creek, Bogachiel River Crossing, Elwha River, Sappho Trail, Gossett Road, Camp Creek, and Spruce Railroad
• Opportunity Fund Program agreements with City of Forks, Port of Port Angeles, and Composite Recycling Technology Center

Board of Health

The Board of Health will hear updates on the Environmental Health Annual Report, pollution identification and correction, and a solid waste story map. No formal actions or decisions are scheduled; the meeting consists of presentations and public comment. Future agenda items mentioned include vaccination rates, air quality and noise ordinance, and climate change.

• Environmental Health Annual Report presentation by Jen Garcelon
• Pollution Identification & Correction Update by Jonathan Strivens
• Solid Waste Story Map presentation by Eli Owens
• Future agenda topics: Vaccination Rates, Air Quality and Noise Ordinance, Climate Change

The Board of Health approved its August 19 agenda by unanimous consent. It also approved the draft minutes from the July 15 meeting, again unanimously. No other actions or decisions were taken, and the meeting adjourned at 3:26 p.m.

• Approved agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is holding a work session to discuss multiple agreements with the Department of Transportation for the Olympic Discovery Trail. The body is also reviewing appointments to the Homelessness Task Force and various environmental and utility agreements.

• Resolution appointing Beverly Lee and Sarah McBride to the Homelessness Task Force
• Multiple agreements with Department of Transportation for Olympic Discovery Trail segments including Bagley Creek, Bogachiel River Crossing, Elwha River, Sappho Trail, Gossett Road, Camp Creek, and Spruce Railroad
• Agreement with City of Sequim for Flaura’s Acres utility services
• Agreement with Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs for monitoring registered sex offenders
• Request for proposals for Developmental Disabilities services for 2026-2027

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The Board of Commissioners will hold a special joint meeting with the Department of Natural Resources to review a quarterly report. The notice states that no action will be taken during this meeting.

• Review of Department of Natural Resources quarterly report

Revenue Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Revenue Advisory Committee will discuss the forest inventory and the status of timber sales that are on pause. It will also consider a proposed new forest‑practice buffer, funding for encumbered lands, and the use of Title III funds. The pause affects about $7.9 million in appraised timber value that the county relies on for services.

• Forest inventory and status of sales on pause – DNR
• Proposed new forest‑practice buffer – DNR/Commissioner Johnson
• Encumbered lands funding – Commissioner Johnson
• Title III funds discussion – Commissioners Beauvais and Johnson
• Impact of $7.9 million paused timber sales on county revenue

The committee approved its agenda and the May 19, 2025 minutes. It also approved a letter to the Board of County Commissioners requesting that the Board of Natural Resources move forward with the paused forest sales, with Commissioners Johnson and Rosanbalm abstaining. The remaining items were discussed but no further actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (as presented)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes
• Approved letter to County Commissioners to request resumption of paused forest sales (Johnson and Rosanbalm abstained)

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will consider the Northwest Straits Commission 2025‑2027 grant proposals, noting that the Elwha Stewardship project received funding. Members will discuss the results of the project‑prioritization survey and the status of ongoing projects such as the Rayonier Pier cleanup and the Ediz Hook debris removal, which was removed from the list. The committee will also approve the June and July meeting minutes and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review of 2025‑2027 grant proposals with Northwest Straits Commission, including funded Elwha Stewardship project
• Discussion of project‑prioritization survey results
• Rayonier Pier cleanup comment period ended August 12; letters from Clallam, City of Port Angeles and Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe support full removal (L5 alternative)
• Ediz Hook debris project removed from consideration after Northwest Straits Commission and SAC feedback
• Approval of June minutes (due to lack of quorum in July) and July minutes

The Marine Resources Committee unanimously approved the June and July 2025 meeting minutes. The committee scheduled its next meeting for Monday, September 15, 2025. No other actions were formally adopted during the session.

• Approved June and July 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for Sept 15, 2025

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The August 14, 2025 Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee meeting was cancelled due to illness. The agenda listed items such as approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion on a potential lodging tax request. No decisions were made at this cancelled meeting.

• Discussion on potential lodging tax ask
• Approval of minutes from February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, and June 12, 2025

Charter Review Commission

The Land Acquisition Committee is meeting to discuss information and issues requiring research. Members will frame tasks and volunteer for research assignments.

• Discussion of information and issues to research
• Framing of research tasks
• Volunteering for research assignments

The four commissioners voted to authorize Commissioner Richards to request that Chair Fisch allow him to consult Deputy Prosecutor Boughton on the legal issues surrounding tribal land treaties, statutes, and the Jamestown Tribal Government Fact Sheet. They also agreed to hold the next Land Acquisition Committee meeting on Wednesday, August 26, 2025 at 1 PM. The meeting was then adjourned after a unanimous motion to adjourn.

• Authorized Commissioner Richards to seek permission from Chair Fisch to consult Deputy Prosecutor Boughton on tribal land legal questions (unanimous)
• Scheduled next Committee meeting for Wednesday, August 26, 2025 at 1 PM
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried unanimously)

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will hold hearings on an amendment to the Clerk of the Superior Court fee schedule and on repealing Chapter 27.08 of the Open Space code. They will discuss budget revisions, including $21,000 for IT equipment and $500,000 for broadband construction. Several service agreements, such as homelessness assistance with the Department of Commerce, will also be reviewed.

• Call for hearing on Ordinance amending CCC Chapter 5.100 fee schedule (August 26)
• Call for hearing on Ordinance repealing Chapter 27.08 Open Space (August 26)
• Budget revision: $21,000 to purchase 20 laptops and accessories for Health & Human Services
• Budget revision: $500,000 additional working capital for Broadband Infrastructure Capital Project
• Agreement with Department of Commerce for homelessness assistance

The commissioners approved several inter‑agency agreements, including a Department of Commerce contract for homelessness assistance and a memorandum with North Olympic Healthcare Network for medical and behavioral services. They adopted a resolution changing the Assessor's Office customer service hours and called a hearing on debatable emergencies that includes $500,000 for the broadband infrastructure project. Notices were issued that budget revisions and supplemental appropriations will be considered on August 26.

• Approved agreement with Department of Commerce for homelessness assistance
• Approved memorandum of understanding with North Olympic Healthcare Network for medical and behavioral services
• Approved agreement with Washington initiative for Supported Employment for training and technical assistance
• Approved agreement with Port Angeles School District for developmental disabilities transition program services
• Approved amendment 5 with Department of Health for recreational shellfish/biotoxin programs
• Adopted resolution authorizing a change in customer service hours for the Assessor's Office (modified)
• Adopted resolution calling for a hearing on debatable emergencies, including $500,000 broadband infrastructure funding
• Issued notice that budget revisions and supplemental appropriations will be considered on August 26

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will meet to review responses from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office and Clark County, discuss conflicts of interest, and review language for establishing an Ethics Board. The meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2025, in Port Angeles.

• Review responses from PAO and Clark County
• Discuss conflicts of interest
• Review language to setup an Ethics Board
• Public comment period
• Next meeting scheduled

The Charter Review Commission met to discuss indirect conflicts of interest, focusing on a county commissioner serving on the NODC board. Commissioners Tozzer and Walde raised concerns. No conclusions or actions were taken before the meeting adjourned.

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will approve priorities for a 2026-2027 Request for Proposals (RFP) to fund Parent Support Services, Early Intervention Services, and training. The committee will also review meeting minutes and hear announcements regarding Project SAFER.

• Approval of Priorities for 2026-2027 Developmental Disabilities RFP
• Approval of Draft Meeting Minutes from June 10, 2025
• Project SAFER Event at Clallam County Fair on August 14th
• Project SAFER Form available for First Responder encounters
• Spotlight on Employment & Community Inclusion: Morningside

The board approved the meeting agenda with the corrected next‑meeting date of October 14, 2025. It also approved the draft minutes from the June 10, 2025 meeting without changes. The board voted 7 yeas to 0 nays to adopt the priorities for the 2026‑2027 Developmental Disabilities Request for Proposals.

• Approved agenda with corrected next meeting date (motion passed)
• Approved June 10, 2025 draft minutes (motion passed)
• Approved 2026‑2027 Developmental Disabilities RFP priorities (7 yeas, 0 nays)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will discuss a request from the Clallam Conservation District to hold a hearing on a resolution that would set rates and charges on parcels within the district to fund conservation services. Additional topics include an energy audit update, budget notice, and agreements for Opportunity Fund programs with the City of Forks, Port of Port Angeles, and Composite Recycling Technology Center. The meeting also includes routine administrative items and a possible executive session.

• Resolution to hold a hearing on parcel rate system for Clallam Conservation District
• Discussion of energy audit preliminary findings
• Notice that the Preliminary 2026 County Budget will be available September 2
• Agreement with City of Forks for Opportunity Fund Program
• Agreement with Port of Port Angeles for Opportunity Fund Program

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will meet to review reports from its ethics, land acquisition, and town hall committees. The body will also consider a recommendation from the Water Committee and a request for an executive session.

• Executive Session Request from Commissioner Richards
• Water Committee Recommendation from Commissioner Pickett
• Ethics Committee report
• Land Acquisition Committee report
• Town Hall Meetings Committee report

The commission adopted its agenda and the July 28, 2025 minutes as presented. Commissioners voted 10‑4 to accept the resolution recommending that the Board of County Commissioners receive the commission’s recommendation. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Adopted July 28, 2025 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Accepted resolution to recommend to the BOCC (10‑4)

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee reviewed updates on trail projects, maintenance activities, and business items. Members discussed the status of the Carlsborg Crossing project, including a 60% design review, and Jamestown Skagitt’s effort to relocate the Olympic Discovery Trail off Old Blyn Highway. The committee also noted upcoming hearings on a glamping development affecting FS2918, which shares a segment with the trail.

• Carlsborg Crossing project: 60% design reviewed; county to meet with designer later this week
• Jamestown Skagitt’s plan to relocate the Olympic Discovery Trail off Old Blyn Highway
• Upcoming hearing on a glamping development on FS2918; county may require road improvements for trail safety
• Bid being prepared for repairs on the degraded trail section near the Dungeness Nature Center (funding source not identified)
• Re‑election of Charlie Commeree as Chair and Wendy Clark‑Getzin as Vice Chair

The committee approved the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes. It decided the proposed ODT connector trail will be placed on the agenda for the September meeting. Maintenance reports were postponed until September. No agenda modifications were made.

• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Added ODT connector trail as agenda item for September meeting
• Postponed all maintenance reports to September meeting
• Recorded no modifications to the agenda

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will vote to approve vouchers totaling $2,300,444.22 for the week of July 28 and payroll vouchers totaling $1,046,308.50 for the period ending July 15. They will also adopt the minutes for the week of July 28 and consider a letter of support for the Port of Port Angeles 2025 Infrastructure Development Program application. The meeting may enter executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Approve vouchers (warrant numbers 9942057‑9942274) for $2,300,444.22
• Approve payroll vouchers (warrant numbers 178746‑179057, 9941963‑9941977, 9942006‑9942009, 9942011‑9942012) for $1,046,308.50
• Approve minutes for the week of July 28
• Consider letter of support for Port of Port Angeles 2025 Infrastructure Development Program

The Board adopted a resolution to lift the levy lid and authorized staff to prepare the ballot title and related documents for the November 4, 2025 general election. In the regular meeting, the Board approved the week‑of‑July‑28 vouchers, payroll for the period ending July 15, the minutes for the week of July 28, and a letter of support for the Port of Port Angeles 2025 Infrastructure Development Program application.

• Approved Levy Lid Lift resolution and authorized staff to prepare ballot documents
• Approved vouchers for the week of July 28
• Approved payroll for the period ending July 15
• Approved minutes for the week of July 28
• Approved letter of support for the Port of Port Angeles 2025 Infrastructure Development Program application

Homelessness Task Force

The Homelessness Task Force will hear a presentation on safe parking from Trinity United Methodist Church and discuss tiny shelters. The body will also vote on filling several position vacancies.

• Trinity United Methodist Church Safe Parking presentation
• Tiny shelter discussion
• Vote on position vacancies
• Review of vacancies for DSHS, Tribal Governments, and service providers

The Homelessness Task Force approved its agenda and the previous meeting minutes by majority vote. Members then voted to forward the recommendation of Beverly Lee for West End Provider and Sarah McBride for Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Provider to the Board of County Commissioners. No other actions were approved; presentations on safe parking, tiny shelters, and home sharing were discussed for future consideration.

• Agenda approved (majority)
• Minutes from 06/03/2025 approved (majority)
• Forward recommendation of Beverly Lee for West End Provider to County Commissioners (majority)
• Forward recommendation of Sarah McBride for Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Provider to County Commissioners (majority)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss several administrative items. Items include a resolution on appointments and designations for the Washington Risk Pool, an agreement with the Department of Commerce to provide homelessness assistance, a letter of support for the Northwest Straits Commission's 2026 supplemental budget request, and updates on the Olympic Peninsula Rodeo arena, the county fair, and the Heritage Advisory Board. The board may also enter executive session for personnel, legal, or real‑estate matters.

• Resolution on appointments and designations for Washington Risk Pool
• Agreement with Department of Commerce for homelessness assistance
• Letter of support to Northwest Straits Commission for 2026 supplemental budget request
• Olympic Peninsula Rodeo Association rodeo arena update
• Clallam County Fair update

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will consider a resolution to place a permanent levy lid lift of $0.95 per $1,000 of assessed valuation on the November 4, 2025, General Election ballot. The measure aims to restore the County-General property tax rate to $0.95 for collection in 2026.

• Resolution to place levy lid lift on November 4, 2025 ballot
• Permanent levy lid lift to $0.95 per $1,000 assessed valuation
• Use 2026 levy amount to calculate subsequent year limits
• Authorize staff to prepare ballot title and explanatory statement
• No impact to 2025 General Fund Budget

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission Water Committee will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and discuss and decide on next steps following its previous vote. They will consider possible draft recommendations to present to the County Commissioners. The meeting will conclude with a plan for further action.

• Approve agenda and minutes of last meeting
• Public comment periods (first and second)
• Discuss and decide on next steps after prior commission vote
• Consider draft recommendations to County Commissioners
• Set future actions for the charter review process

The Charter Review Commission approved the meeting agenda and the July 21 meeting minutes. Commissioners edited a water‑resources resolution, adding hiring provisions and clarifying titles. Commissioner Sarmiento motioned to submit the revised resolution at the next meeting, which was seconded and approved by all present.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved July 21 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved edits to water‑resources resolution (unanimous)
• Motion to submit revised resolution at next meeting approved (unanimous)

Housing Solutions Committee

The Clallam County Housing Solutions Committee meeting on August 1, 2025 will review the third‑quarter Housing Registry report and discuss the 2025 Commerce Housing Grant. The agenda includes a presentation by Nancy Stephanz on home‑sharing and community updates covering projects such as Habitat for Humanity’s $2 million CHIP grant and $800 k allocation from Rep. Kilmer’s office. Old business items include a review of the Attainable Workforce Housing Summit and a discussion of a tribal housing representative. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Housing Registry – third‑quarter report
• 2025 Commerce Housing Grant – discussion and consideration
• Presentation by Nancy Stephanz on home‑sharing
• Habitat for Humanity update – $2 million CHIP grant and $800 k allocation from Rep. Kilmer’s office
• Old business – review of Attainable Workforce Housing Summit and tribal housing representative

The Housing Solutions Committee approved its agenda unanimously. The June 6, 2025 minutes were approved, with Bruce Emery abstaining. No other decisions, approvals, or denials were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved June 6, 2025 minutes (passed, Bruce Emery abstained)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will hold a town‑hall meeting to appoint a chair and record keeper, hold a roundtable to define its goals and objectives, assign any action items, set the date for the next meeting, and accept public comments.

• Appointment of Chair and Record Keeper
• Roundtable discussion of defining goals and objectives
• Assignment of action items for next meeting if necessary
• Establish next meeting date
• Public comment

Commissioner Nina Sarmiento was elected Chair of the Charter Review Commission. Commissioner Jeff Tozzer was elected Record Keeper. The subcommittee agreed to develop a charter amendment requiring regular town hall meetings, aiming for the November 2026 ballot and to finalize the amendment by December 2025. Commissioner Ron Richards will format the amendment using the Chair’s draft, and the committee agreed to remove the phrase “brief public report” from the draft.

• Elected Nina Sarmiento as Chair
• Elected Jeff Tozzer as Record Keeper
• Agreed to target November 2026 ballot for charter amendment
• Set goal to finalize amendment by December 2025
• Assigned Ron Richards to format amendment using draft
• Decided to remove phrase “brief public report” from draft

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of Clallam County Commissioners will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution proposing a levy lid lift. The resolution would place a proposition on the November 4, 2025 ballot to raise the county general property tax levy to $1.05 per $1,000 of assessed valuation and adjust it annually for five years based on the CPI‑U. No budget impact is noted for 2025.

• Public hearing on a Resolution regarding a Levy Lid Lift
• Proposed levy rate increase to $1.05 per $1,000 of assessed valuation
• Annual adjustment factor based on CPI‑U for five years
• Resolution to be placed on the November 4, 2025 ballot
• No impact on the 2025 budget

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will meet to discuss the 2026 county budget and to hold Q&A on whether to place a levy lift on the November 4, 2025 general election ballot. The meeting will also cover any carry‑over items from prior work sessions and regular meetings. No direct General Fund impact has been identified for this agenda item.

• Discussion of the 2026 Clallam County budget
• Q&A and decision on a potential levy lift for the November 4, 2025 election
• Carry‑over discussion from previous budget work sessions and regular meetings
• No identified 2025 General Fund monetary impact

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will discuss budget reallocations to establish a combined medical and behavioral health care model in correctional facilities. The meeting includes a mid-year budget status review and several supplemental appropriations for public works and health services.

• Proposed $4,983,869 appropriation for a new Clinical Services department
• Proposed $470,000 for Snob Hill sewage pump station rehab in Clallam Bay-Sekiu
• Proposed $403,219 grant for Bullman Beach Water System treatment plant and meters
• Proposed $694,364 for developmental disabilities direct services
• Approval of vouchers totaling $2,750,264.44

The commissioners approved several inter‑agency agreements, adopted budget reductions for Juvenile Services and Sheriff‑Jail Medical, and adopted supplemental appropriations that create a new Clinical Services department and allocate funds for sewer, water, and developmental‑disabilities programs. They also appointed members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and authorized a resolution for a Levy Lid Lift hearing.

• Approved agreement with Department of Ecology for solid waste planning and implementation
• Approved agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for Family and Juvenile Court Improvement Plan
• Approved agreement with Office of Crime Victims Advocacy for Victim Witness Assistance Grant Program
• Adopted budget reductions for Juvenile Services ($1,726,000) and Sheriff‑Jail Medical ($1,898,369)
• Adopted supplemental appropriations creating a Clinical Services department ($4,983,869) and funding sewer, water, and developmental‑disabilities projects
• Approved resolution appointing Troy Jarmuth, Riek8urm and Diane Chung to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Authorized a public hearing on a Resolution for a Levy Lid Lift
• Approved letters to Washington Forest Practice Board and Department of Ecology regarding stream and mill cleanup

Budget Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review the 2026 budget and a multi‑year General Fund financial forecast covering 2025‑2028. Commissioners will examine projected revenues, expenditures, and reserve levels to identify funding challenges. The meeting will set the stage for later discussion of corrective actions at the 5 p.m. session.

• Review of the General Fund Financial Forecast 2025‑2028 (baseline projection)
• Presentation of revenue projections, including property, sales, and intergovernmental taxes
• Presentation of expenditure projections, covering payroll, benefits, and capital outlays
• Analysis of reserve levels and potential funding gaps
• Preparation for a follow‑up budget planning discussion on corrective actions at 5 p.m.

Budget Meetings

The Board will review the projected $4.2 million shortfall for 2025 and a similar gap for 2026. Commissioners will consider revenue options such as levy lid lifts and a new criminal‑justice sales tax, as well as expenditure cuts including staff reductions and elimination of non‑mandated services. No budget changes are being adopted at this meeting; the session is for discussion and Q&A.

• Projected $4.2 million shortfall for 2025 and similar $4 million gap for 2026
• 7% expenditure reduction goal; several departments did not meet the target
• Potential levy lid lift to $1.05 per $1,000 with various escalation scenarios
• Proposal for a new criminal‑justice/public‑safety sales tax of 0.1%
• Suggested cuts to non‑mandated General Fund programs and staff positions

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will brief staff and issue a call for a public hearing on August 26 to amend the fee schedule for the Clerk of the Superior Court (CCC Chapter 5.100). They will also discuss a proposed ordinance amendment to the Open Space Code and review several inter‑agency agreements. The meeting includes routine updates and a budget discussion.

• Call for hearing on Aug 26 to amend CCC Chapter 5.100 fee schedule for the Clerk of the Superior Court
• Call for hearing on Aug 26 to amend ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 27.08 Open Space Code
• Agreement with Department of Ecology for solid waste planning and implementation
• Resolution to change Assessor’s Office customer service hours
• Budget discussion – mid‑size county comparisons

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Board of Commissioners, Port of Port Angeles, and Clallam County PUD will hold a joint work session. Participants will discuss regional infrastructure challenges—including power, roads, sewer, and water—and specific issues in the West End region. The meeting will also explore strategies, collaboration options, and economic development tied to public infrastructure and utilities.

• Discussion of regional infrastructure challenges (power, roads, sewer, water)
• Discussion of infrastructure challenges specific to the West End region
• Discussion of strategies and collaboration to address infrastructure gaps
• Discussion of economic development opportunities linked to infrastructure

Charter Review Commission

The Land Acquisition Committee is meeting to elect a chair and record keeper. The body will review a previous land acquisition resolution and discuss research tasks and issues.

• Election of Chair and Record Keeper
• Overview of last Land Acquisition Resolution
• Discussion of information and issues to research

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission will discuss several charter amendments, including a proposal to create a Water Resources Specialist position through a competitive contract. It will also review a land‑acquisition amendment, an ethics amendment restricting commissioners from serving on funded nonprofit boards, and a district‑election amendment that failed to pass. An executive‑session request concerning personnel matters will be postponed.

• Water Specialist Proposed Amendment (Step 4) – creates a four‑year contract position starting no later than July 1 2026
• Land Acquisitions by State and Federal Agencies amendment – forms a committee to study the issue
• Executive Session Request by Commissioner Richards – postponed pending further research
• BOC G Non‑profit Board Members amendment (Section 2.11) – would bar commissioners from serving on nonprofits receiving county funds
• County v District amendment (Section 2.20) – proposal to return to district‑only elections, motion failed

The Commission voted 7‑7 against approving the Water Resource Specialist amendment, so the amendment was not adopted. A motion to have the Water Committee draft a recommendation was approved 12‑1. The agenda modification to postpone the Executive Session was adopted as modified, and the July 14 minutes were approved as presented.

• Rejected Water Resource Specialist amendment (7 in favor, 7 opposed)
• Approved Water Committee to draft recommendation (12 in favor, 1 opposed)
• Adopted agenda modification to move Executive Session to Aug 11 (adopted as modified)
• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes as presented

Clallam County Finance Committee

The Finance Committee discussed a notice from the State Auditor’s Office to Cline Irrigation District, which could lead to a non‑auditable opinion and a stop to fund distributions if the district does not respond. The committee noted that the County will continue collecting property taxes for Cline but may be barred from issuing warrants. No formal action was taken, pending the district’s response.

• State Auditor’s notice to Cline Irrigation District regarding 2022‑2023 information requests
• Potential restriction on County issuing warrants for Cline if no response within 15 days
• Continuation of property tax collection for Cline Irrigation District by the County
• Announcement of Brian Clerici’s last day (May 2, 2025) and Karen Wahlsten’s retirement (May 30, 2025)
• CashVest report on ACH‑to‑check ratio and upcoming RFP for issuance document

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission will hear a report from Commissioner Tozzer on research from Clark County. It will also receive a report on the commission’s work to establish a contract with other charter counties and related ethics amendments. The meeting will cover the commission’s future strategy, any task assignments, and will include a period for public comment.

• Report from Commissioner Tozzer on Clark County research
• Report on efforts to establish contract with other charter counties and ethics amendments
• Discussion of committee future strategy
• Consideration of task assignments
• Public comment period

Commissioners Cameron, Noble, Tozzer, and Walde met with Dee Boughton to review ethics commission models and discuss Clallam County's conflict‑of‑interest policies. The commission considered whether commissioners should be barred from serving on non‑profit boards that receive county funding, but no final decision was reached. The committee agreed to move forward with a requirement that commissioners recuse themselves from decisions affecting such non‑profits and will study indirect conflicts of interest in the county Code of Ethics and the RCW.

• No final decision adopted on prohibiting commissioners from serving on funded non‑profits
• Committee agreed to consider a recusal requirement for commissioners in related decisions
• Members assigned to review indirect conflicts of interest in the Code of Ethics and RCW and to draft amendment language

Fair Advisory Board

The Fair Advisory Board will review the 2025-2027 Washington State Department of Agriculture (WSDA) Capital Improvement Grant Application, which includes a request for rodeo arena renovations. The board will also discuss adjustments to the 2026 Master Fee Schedule and the 2026 Fair Budget expense items that require a Fair Master Plan amendment. Additional topics include the American versus Danish judging systems and updates from the Fairgrounds Master Plan committee.

• 2025-2027 WSDA Capital Improvement Grant Application – Rodeo Arena Renovations (grant awards up to $250,000, part of $9 million statewide fund)
• Master Fee Schedule Adjustments – 2026
• 2026 Fair Budget expense adjustments (Superintendent and Judges, Premiums, Ribbons and Trophies) requiring Master Plan amendment
• Discussion of American vs Danish judging systems for fair competitions
• Fairgrounds Master Plan report

The Fair Advisory Board voted to approve the minutes from the last meeting. No other formal actions were taken; the board discussed the rodeo arena grant priority, camping space issues, and the antique equipment display but did not adopt any resolutions. All items remain pending further discussion after the fair.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider several financial approvals, including vouchers totaling $1.23 million and payroll of $2.63 million. They will vote on a resolution appointing Nancy Stephanz to the Marine Resources Advisory Committee and on using Heritage Advisory Board grant funds. The key item is the final approval of a binding site plan for Broker RV Park (LDV 2023‑00003). Additional agenda items include lease agreements with the Quileute Tribe and the Olympic Peninsula Humane Society, and a hearing on grants from the Opportunity Fund and an open‑space ordinance update.

• Approval of vouchers for $1,231,715.88 (warrant numbers 9941431‑9941646)
• Approval of payroll totaling $2,634,211.46 (warrant numbers 178260‑178745, 9941333‑9941363)
• Final approval for a binding site plan for Broker RV Park LDV 2023‑00003
• Agreement with Quileute Indian Tribe to lease building for West End of County Sheriff’s Office
• Resolution authorizing grants from the Opportunity Fund for Forks, Port Angeles and a recycling center

The commissioners adopted a resolution declaring an emergency after a tanker truck accident released fossil fuels into Indian Creek and the Elwha River. They gave final approval to the binding site plan for Broker RV Park (LDV 2023‑00003) and approved service agreements with the Quileute Tribe, the Olympic Peninsula Humane Society, and the Department of Social and Health Services. The board opened and closed a public hearing on Opportunity Fund grants and on an open‑space ordinance, remanding the ordinance for staff changes. Routine items such as vouchers, payroll and minutes were approved through the consent agenda.

• Adopted emergency declaration for tanker truck spill into Indian Creek and Elwha River
• Approved final binding site plan for Broker RV Park LDV 2023‑00003
• Approved lease agreement with Quileute Indian Tribe for sheriff’s office building
• Approved agreement with Olympic Peninsula Humane Society for animal housing services
• Approved agreement with Department of Social and Health Services for adult developmental disability services
• Opened and closed public hearing authorizing Opportunity Fund grants for local projects
• Opened, closed, and remanded open‑space ordinance (Chapter 27.08) for staff revisions
• Approved consent agenda items: vouchers ($1,231,715.88), payroll ($2,634,221.46), and minutes for week of July 14

Noxious Weed Control Board

The Clallam County Noxious Weed Control Board will meet to review staff and project reports. The board is scheduled to discuss the 2026 budget under new business.

• 2026 Budget
• Lake Sutherland Management District report
• Knotweed Projects report
• Road Department IWM report

The board adopted the April minutes and approved the staff and financial reports. It then unanimously approved the proposed 2026 Noxious Weed control budget. The board also unanimously approved the 2026 Lake Management District budget.

• Adopt April minutes (unanimous approval)
• Approve staff and financial reports (unanimous approval)
• Approve 2026 Noxious Weed control budget (unanimous approval)
• Approve 2026 Lake Management District budget (unanimous approval)

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will consider several agenda items, including appointing members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and reviewing agreements with state agencies. The key decision is the final approval of a binding site plan for Broker RV Park (LDV 2023-00003). The board will also brief on a hearing request for Title III funds and authorize a press release for a coroner charter amendment committee.

• Discussion and recommendation for appointing members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
• Agreement with Washington State Administrative Office of the Courts for Family and Juvenile Court Improvement Plan
• Final approval for a binding site plan for Broker RV Park LDV 2023-00003
• Request for hearing on Title III Funds allocation under Secure Rural Schools and Community Self‑Determination Act
• Authorization of press release to recruit members for For/Against Committee on coroner charter amendment

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, review a draft recommendation, and discuss the schedule for future meetings. The public may provide comments during designated times.

• Review and edit draft of Recommendation
• Discuss and make decisions regarding next meeting
• First and Second Public Comments
• Approve agenda and minutes
• Contact Clerk for questions

The Charter Review Commission approved the meeting agenda and the July 9 minutes. The commission edited the water‑resource job recommendation, adding language about forwarding it to the DCD and specifying required expertise and education. The Q&A was revised to include Todd Milke’s comment on the county budget. Commissioner Pickett will send the revised recommendation and Q&A to Loni.

• Approved agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Approved July 9 meeting minutes (no vote tally recorded)
• Edited recommendation to state it will be forwarded to the DCD
• Added requirement that the candidate possess expertise to collect and analyze water data
• Changed education bullet to require a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Struck out bullet point 5 under essential functions
• Edited Q&A to reflect Todd Milke’s public comment on the county budget
• Commissioner Pickett to send revised recommendation and Q&A to Loni

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will approve June minutes, receive updates on Northwest Straits Commission grant proposals, and discuss a suggested draft letter to the Board of Pilotage Commissioners about tug‑escort rulemaking. The committee will also note announcements about the Rayonier Pier cleanup, Habitat Biologist II applications, and set the next meeting date. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per participant.

• Draft letter to Board of Pilotage Commissioners regarding tug‑escort rulemaking – Mike Doherty
• 2025‑2027 Northwest Straits Commission grant proposals update; Ediz Hook debris removal project removed from consideration
• Rayonier Pier cleanup: SEPA checklist for demolition of creosote‑treated pier and related structures
• Habitat Biologist II position applications received (to become MRC Coordinator)
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per participant

The committee lacked a quorum, so the June meeting minutes were not approved and will be reconsidered at the August 18 meeting. The tug‑escort rulemaking letter could not be signed by the MRC due to the same quorum issue. Action items were assigned for a priority‑project poll and outreach to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe.

• June minutes approval postponed (no quorum)
• Tug escort rulemaking not signed (no quorum)

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will approve June timesheets, meeting minutes, and check registers totaling over $839,000 for various properties. The meeting includes a public comment period and an executive session to discuss a real estate purchase.

• Approve June check registers totaling $839,912.99
• Approve June Section 8 check registers totaling $688,627.24
• Approve June Outpost check registers totaling $4,572.61
• Executive session to discuss real estate purchase
• Approve Executive Director Sarah Martinez June timesheet

The board approved the June consent agenda items, including the timesheet, meeting minutes, and two check registers, by voice vote. Commissioner Robinson announced the authority will publish a request for bids on Lion's Landing infrastructure work, using prevailing‑wage requirements because of Clallam County Opportunity Fund funding. An executive session was held to discuss a real‑estate purchase, but no action was recorded.

• Approved June timesheet (voice vote)
• Approved June regular meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved June Check Register Section 8 (voice vote)
• Approved June Check Register Outpost (voice vote)
• Decision to publish request for bids on Lion's Landing infrastructure work (prevailing‑wage)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners is meeting to call for a public hearing on July 30, 2025. The hearing will consider a resolution to increase the County General property tax levy for 2026 to maintain essential services.

• Call for public hearing on July 30, 2025, regarding a Levy Lid Lift
• Discussion of placing a property tax levy increase measure on the November 4 General Election ballot

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission and Board of County Commissioners will hold a joint work session to discuss the Comprehensive Plan Update. The body is reviewing consultant recommendations to maintain compliance with the Growth Management Act by December 31, 2025.

• Review of Critical Areas Analysis and Best Available Science (BAS) Report
• Discussion of Economic Development Policy Analysis focusing on construction, forest products, manufacturing, and maritime sectors
• Analysis of the Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program in the Sequim Urban Growth Area
• Review of Housing Element Technical Analysis regarding income segment housing needs
• Discussion of the new Climate Element required by HB 1181

The Planning Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting, with a motion that passed and one abstention. The commission received briefings on the Comprehensive Plan update and discussed various recommendations, but no formal actions or votes were taken on those items.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion passed, one abstention)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $1,229,553.04, adopt several inter‑governmental agreements, and consider budget reductions and supplemental appropriations affecting juvenile services, jail medical, and sheriff clinical services. A resolution will allocate $50,000 of opioid settlement funds to the county Harm Reduction Health Center. The board will also schedule a hearing on debatable emergencies, including a $3,650 judicial pay increase and $50,000 for opioid‑related supplies.

• Approve vouchers for $1,229,553.04 (warrant numbers 9941049‑9941257)
• Resolution allocating $50,000 opioid settlement funds to Harm Reduction Health Center
• Agreement with City of Port Angeles for Opportunity Funds on A Street Wastewater Infrastructure Project
• Budget reductions: $1,726,000 from Juvenile Services and $1,898,369 from Sheriff‑Jail Medical
• Supplemental appropriations: $4,983,869 for new Sheriff Clinical Services department

During the July 15 regular meeting, the Board adopted its consent agenda, appointed Nancy Stephanz to the Marine Resources Advisory Committee, and approved a $50,000 allocation from opioid settlement funds for the Clallam County Harm Reduction Health Center. The Board also approved multiple agreements—including a lease with the U.S. Coast Guard for Slip Point Lighthouse, a payment‑services agreement with the Quileute Tribe and City of Forks, and contracts with Tyler Technologies and HS GovTech. Budget notices for upcoming reductions, revisions, and supplemental appropriations were approved, and a notice of hearing on a Levy Lid Lift was approved at the July 16 special meeting.

• Approved appointment of Nancy Stephanz to Marine Resources Advisory Committee
• Approved $50,000 opioid settlement allocation to Harm Reduction Health Center
• Approved lease agreement with U.S. Coast Guard for Slip Point Lighthouse
• Approved payment‑services agreement with Quileute Tribe and City of Forks
• Approved contracts with Tyler Technologies and HS GovTech
• Approved budget reduction notices for Juvenile Services and Sheriff‑Jail Medical
• Approved supplemental appropriations including $4,983,869 for Sheriff Clinical Services and $470,000 for Clallam Bay‑Sekiu sewer pump station
• Approved notice of hearing on Levy Lid Lift scheduled for July 30

Board of Health

The Clallam County Board of Health meeting will discuss the upcoming Board of Health Conference and feature two presentations: a First Step Family Support Center Diaper Bank update by Elisia Anderson and the 2025 Public Health Immunization Survey by public health staff. No action items or decisions are scheduled for this meeting. Future agenda topics include vaccination rates, an air quality and noise ordinance, and climate‑change updates.

• Discussion of Board of Health Conference
• First Step Family Support Center Diaper Bank presentation – Elisia Anderson
• 2025 Public Health Immunization Survey presentation – Public Health Staff
• Future agenda item: Vaccination Rates
• Future agenda item: Air Quality and Noise Ordinance

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the June 17, 2025 meeting minutes. Additionally, the board approved a recommendation to allocate $50,000 to the Harm Reduction Health Center.

• Agenda approved (unanimous consent)
• June 17, 2025 minutes approved
• $50,000 funding for Harm Reduction Health Center approved

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The board will receive a presentation from Conservation Technix, Inc. regarding the 2026 Park System Master Plan. This 10-year strategic plan aims to guide investments in recreation opportunities, facilities, and open spaces.

• Presentation of the Parks Master Plan by Conservation Technix, Inc.
• Review of project scope including demographics, trends, and spatial analysis
• Discussion of community engagement plan featuring 5 community forums in Forks, Clallam Bay/Sekiu, Port Angeles, Sequim, and Blyn/Miller Peninsula
• Review of project timeline for draft plan development and BOCC approval

Board of County Commissioners

The Board of County Commissioners will hold a work session to discuss proposed budget reductions, revisions, and supplemental appropriations for consideration on July 29. The board will also review several service agreements and advisory board appointments.

• Proposed budget reductions, revisions, and supplemental appropriations
• Lease agreement with Quileute Indian Tribe for West End of County Sheriff’s Office building
• Agreement with Olympic Peninsula Humane Society for animal housing and care services
• Agreement with Department of Social and Health Services for adult developmental disability services
• Funding request review for Elks Naval Lodge #535

Charter Review Commission

The Commission will hold 'Step 2' meetings to consider several proposed charter amendments. These include changes to Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) elections and restrictions on elected officials serving on nonprofit boards.

• Discussion on County v District BOCC elections (Step 2)
• Discussion on BOCC non-profit board members (Step 2)
• Discussion on land acquisitions by state and federal agencies (Step 2)
• Discussion on Water Resource Specialist (Step 2)
• Reports from the Ethics and Water committees

The Commission approved a four‑member committee to examine the proposed amendment on land acquisitions by state and federal agencies. A motion to adopt the final draft of that amendment failed in a 7‑for, 7‑against vote. A proposal to refer the nonprofit‑board amendment to the Ethics Committee passed, with a vote recorded as "B voted in favor of and 5 voted opposed." Motions to return commissioner elections to district‑only voting and to call a question on that amendment both failed.

• Formed committee on land‑acquisition amendment; members Richards, Cameron, Stoffer, Walde (motion passed)
• Motion to approve final draft of land‑acquisition amendment failed (7 voted in favor, 7 opposed)
• Motion to refer BOCC nonprofit‑board amendment to Ethics Committee passed (B voted in favor, 5 opposed)
• Motion to amend Section 2.20 for district‑only commissioner elections failed (3 voted in favor, 10 opposed)
• Motion to call for the question on district‑election amendment failed (6 voted in favor, 7 opposed)
• Motion to forward Water Resources Specialist amendment to step 3 passed (no vote tally recorded)
• Motion to add Section 2.11 prohibiting commissioners on funded nonprofit boards received no vote (no decision recorded)
• Adopted agenda (as modified) and June 23, 2025 minutes (adopted as presented)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission will review the current county ethics code and discuss possible amendments and strategy. Commissioners will also address task assignments and take public comments. The meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2025 at 12 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners Board Room, 160‑223 East 4th St., Port Angeles.

• Review of current Clallam County Ethics Code
• Amendment discussion and strategy
• Discussion of task assignments
• Public comment period

The Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee met on July 10, 2025 at the Clallam County Courthouse. Attorney Dee Boughton reported no input from Clark County, so no report was shared. Commissioners agreed to individually contact Clark County officials and to continue working on an enforceable ethics code, noting there is no chance to place an amendment on the ballot. No formal decisions or votes were recorded.

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Water Committee will meet on July 9, 2025 at 9 a.m. in the Board of Commissioners’ Board Room. The committee will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and work on editing draft amendments and recommendations for the county charter. They will also prepare a presentation for the next Charter Review Commission meeting and discuss next steps before adjourning.

• Approve agenda and minutes of last meeting
• First public comments
• Review and edit drafts of amendment and recommendation
• Develop presentation for next Charter Review Commission meeting
• Second public comments

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 2 meeting. Commissioners made final edits to the charter amendment and to a job‑description recommendation. The edited FAQ document was also finalized. The final draft resolution and amendment will be presented to the BOCC at its next meeting.

• Agenda approved (no vote recorded)
• Minutes from July 2 approved (no vote recorded)
• Final edits made to charter amendment
• Final edits made to job‑description recommendation
• FAQ document edited and finalized

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team approved the draft June 11, 2025 meeting notes with no objections. The team discussed the August DRMT meeting and tentatively cancelled it. Additional updates were given on water‑management data, the Dungeness Channel Reservoir project, drought preparedness, and the Chinook tagging program.

• Approved draft June 11, 2025 DRMT meeting notes (motion passed, no objections)
• Tentatively cancelled August DRMT meeting (discussion outcome)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider several items, including a binding site plan for Deer Park RV Park & Resort. The meeting also includes approval of $1,103,567.78 in vouchers, appointment of Karen Casey to the Revenue Advisory Committee, and hearings on an Open Space ordinance and Opportunity Fund grants. Public comment is limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Approve vouchers totaling $1,103,567.78 (warrant numbers 9940875-9940974; 9940987-9941010)
• Resolution appointing Karen Casey to the Revenue Advisory Committee
• Call for hearing on July 22, 2025 to consider repealing and replacing Chapter 27.08 (Open Space) of the county code
• Call for hearing on July 22, 2025 to consider grants from the Opportunity Fund for City of Forks, Port of Port Angeles, and Composite Recycling Technology Center
• Final approval for a binding site plan for Deer Park RV Park & Resort LDV 2021-00034

The commissioners adopted the consent agenda, approving vouchers totaling $1,103,567.78 and the June 30 meeting minutes. They also approved several upcoming public hearings, a binding site plan for Deer Park RV Park & Resort, and an agreement with Habitat for Humanity for Opportunity Funds.

• Approved vouchers for the week of June 30 totaling $1,103,567.78
• Approved minutes for the week of June 30
• Adopted resolution appointing Karen Casey to the Revenue Advisory Committee
• Scheduled public hearing on July 22 for proposed Open Space ordinance amendment
• Scheduled public hearing on July 22 for Opportunity Fund grant resolution
• Scheduled public hearing on July 29 for Mid‑year 2025 Budget Review
• Approved final binding site plan for Deer Park RV Park & Resort (LDV 2021‑00034)
• Approved agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County for Opportunity Funds

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The Clallam County Behavioral Health Advisory Board held a full‑day retreat to review its purpose, discuss the one‑tenth of one percent funds, and gather input on community behavioral‑health needs. Participants will create a funding decision framework and identify priority areas for future spending. The meeting includes public comment and concludes with plans for upcoming agendas.

• Retreat opening with participant sharing and board purpose overview
• Review of the one‑tenth of one percent behavioral‑health funding history
• Establishing Funding Decision Framework – TRIZ exercise and survey review
• Identifying Funding Priorities – group discussion and prioritization
• Public comment period and announcements

The Behavioral Health Advisory Board approved the meeting agenda and the May 13, 2025 minutes by majority vote. It adopted the 2026‑2027 behavioral health contract service priorities, covering unfunded services, specialized services, prevention, and housing. The board voted to keep reserve funding in response to Medicaid changes and reduced local revenue. The timeline for the upcoming request for proposals was discussed and adopted, and volunteers were asked to serve as reviewers.

• Approved meeting agenda (majority)
• Approved May 13, 2025 minutes (majority)
• Adopted 2026‑2027 behavioral health priorities (majority)
• Voted to maintain reserve funding (majority)
• Adopted RFP timeline for 2026‑2027 contract (adopted)
• Requested volunteers to serve as proposal reviewers (adopted)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will consider several administrative and contractual items, including a resolution to allocate $50,000 from opioid settlement funds to the Clallam County Harm Reduction Health Center. It will also review agreements with the City of Port Angeles for wastewater infrastructure, the U.S. Coast Guard for the Slip Point Lighthouse property, and the Quileute Tribe and City of Forks for payment services on tribal trust land. Additionally, the Board will give final approval to the site plan for Deer Park RV Park & Resort. The meeting includes a public comment period and may enter executive session for personnel or legal matters.

• Resolution allocating $50,000 opioid settlement funds to the Harm Reduction Health Center
• Agreement with City of Port Angeles for Opportunity Funds for A Street Wastewater Infrastructure Project
• Lease agreement with U.S. Coast Guard for the Slip Point Lighthouse property
• Agreement with the Quileute Tribe and City of Forks for payment services on tribal trust land
• Final approval for a binding site plan for Deer Park RV Park & Resort

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board will receive a financial report and consider the second‑call applications for the 2025 Heritage Fund. Members will discuss and make recommendations on those applications. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a public comment period, and setting the next meeting date.

• Financial report presentation
• Review and recommendations for 2025 Heritage Fund applications (2nd call)
• Approval of May 5 and June 17, 2025 minutes
• Public comment (limited to three minutes per speaker)
• Scheduling of next meeting for Monday, August 4, 2025

The board struck the financial report from the agenda and approved the May 5 and June 17 minutes. A $2,500 grant for Elks Lodge repair tied 2‑2 and was not carried. The board amended a $5,000 request to a $10,000 grant for the North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders, which was approved. The scheduled August 4 meeting was cancelled and moved to September 2.

• Agenda: strike financial report (motion carried)
• Approve May 5 and June 17 minutes (motion carried)
• Elks Lodge grant $2,500 – vote tied 2‑2 (not carried)
• North Olympic Peninsula Railroaders grant amended to $10,000 – approved (motion carried)
• Cancel August 4, 2025 meeting; next meeting set for September 2, 2025

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission Water Committee will approve the meeting agenda and minutes from the previous session. They will hold two public comment periods. The commission will review and edit drafts of a charter amendment and its recommendation, and develop a presentation for the next Charter Review Commission meeting. The meeting will conclude with discussion of next steps and adjournment.

• Approve agenda and minutes of last meeting
• Public comment periods
• Review and edit drafts of amendment and recommendation
• Develop presentation for next Charter Review Commission meeting
• Discuss next steps

The commission accepted Commissioner Richards' proposal to have the new position report to the DCD director. Language for the resolution and the ad hoc hiring committee was edited and finalized. The amendment will be advanced to step 2 at the 14th meeting.

• Accepted proposal to place the position under the DCD director
• Finalized language for the ad hoc hiring committee composition
• Edited and finalized resolution language based on stakeholder feedback
• Set next step to advance the amendment to step 2 at the 14th meeting

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve vouchers and payroll payments for June, approve minutes, and waive a fee for the Clallam Bay Sekiu Fun Days assembly permit. It will adopt agreements for courthouse security, Medicaid billing for inmates, and pre‑release health care services. The Board will award the bid to Bruch and Brush Construction, Inc. for the Clallam Bay, Middle Point, Snobhill Lift Station Restoration Project and authorize the Chair to sign the contract. Public comment and an executive session are also scheduled.

• Approve vouchers totaling $455,304.05 for the week of June 23
• Approve payroll payments totaling $957,996.76 for the period ending June 15
• Approve fee waiver for Clallam Bay Sekiu Fun Days 2025 assembly permit
• Agreement with Security Services Northwest for courthouse security
• Bid award to Bruch and Brush Construction, Inc. for Clallam Bay Lift Station Restoration Project

The commissioners approved the bid award to Bruch and Bruch Construction, Inc. for the Clallam Bay, Middle Point, Snobhill Lift Station Restoration Project and authorized the Chair to sign the contract. They also approved agreements for courthouse security, Medicaid billing for eligible inmates, and a memorandum of understanding for pre‑release health care services. The consent agenda items for vouchers and payroll were adopted.

• Approved bid award to Bruch and Bruch Construction, Inc. for lift station restoration and authorized Chair to sign contract
• Approved agreement with Security Services Northwest for courthouse security
• Approved agreement with MDCommerce for Medicaid billing for eligible inmates using the County's EPIC system
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Peninsula Behavioral Health for pre‑release health care services
• Adopted vouchers for the week of June 23
• Adopted payroll for the period ending June 15
• Approved minutes for the week of June 23
• Approved fee waiver for Clallam Bay Sea‑Kay Fun Days 2025 assembly permit

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee is meeting to define the needs and identify issues related to a community shelter. The body will also discuss the organization of events.

• Defining the need and identifying issues for a community shelter
• Organization of events

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee unanimously approved the minutes from the June 3, 2025 meeting. Members discussed planning a fall community clinic at the fairgrounds and began outlining needs for a potential community animal shelter. The committee assigned tasks: Elizabeth will coordinate a fairgrounds tour and email details, Mark Ozias will investigate county‑owned property for shelter use, and Mel Marshall will follow up with Meagan about a satellite shelter partnership.

• Approved minutes of 6/3/25 meeting (unanimous)
• Assigned Elizabeth to schedule fairgrounds tour and send email information
• Assigned Mark Ozias to check county‑owned property suitability for shelter
• Assigned Mel Marshall to follow up with Meagan on satellite shelter idea

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will consider several items, including the adoption of the Selection Committee's recommendation for board members. It will also review a draft amendment to the Parks Department fee schedule (205‑4) and discuss standard event scheduling and master plan updates. New business includes adopting the board's basic principles of Robert's Rules of Order.

• Adoption of Parks Advisory Board Selection Committee Recommendation (New Business)
• 205‑4 Parks Department Fee Schedule Adjustment Draft v.3 (Unfinished Business)
• Review of Parks Advisory Board Schedule of Standard Events (Committee Reports)
• 2025 Parks Master Plan Amendment (Committee Reports, no staff update)
• Adoption of basic principles of Robert's Rules of Order for the board (New Business)

The board approved the version 3 fee schedule to take effect on January 1 2026, keeping the county‑resident non‑utility campsite rate at $30 per night at Dungeness Recreation Area and raising it to $35 per night at Salt Creek Recreation Area. The board also accepted the selection committee’s recommendation to appoint Troye Jarmuth to the vacant seat and to reappoint Peter Craig and Diane Chung, forwarding those appointments to the County Commissioners for approval.

• Adopt fee schedule v3 for 2026, $30/night Dungeness, $35/night Salt Creek (motion passed)
• Recommend Troye Jarmuth for board vacancy (motion passed)
• Recommend reappointment of Peter Craig (motion passed)
• Recommend reappointment of Diane Chung (motion passed)
• Approve meeting minutes as amended (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The board will vote on appointing Karen Casey to the Revenue Advisory Committee. It will discuss and possibly approve agreements for courthouse security with Security Services Northwest, Medicaid billing for eligible inmates with MDCommerce, and a memorandum with Peninsula Behavioral Health for pre‑release health services. The board will consider allocating additional opioid settlement funds to support the Harm Reduction Health Center. It will also brief and schedule hearings on a proposed ordinance to repeal and replace Chapter 27.08 of the Open Space Code and on grants from the Opportunity Fund for local projects.

• Resolution appointing Karen Casey to the Revenue Advisory Committee
• Agreement with Security Services Northwest for courthouse security
• Agreement with MDCommerce for Medicaid billing for eligible inmates using the county’s EPIC system
• Memorandum of understanding with Peninsula Behavioral Health for pre‑release health care services
• Discussion of allocating additional opioid settlement funds to the Harm Reduction Health Center

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Clallam County Prosecuting Attorney's Office is requesting a special meeting on Thursday, June 2q 2O25t at 12:30 PM for an executive session with the County Board of Commissioners and the County Administrator/Interim Human Resources Director. The session would address the recently filed lawsuit Etienne et al. v. Ferguson et al. against Washington’s Governor, Attorney General, and 39 county prosecutors. The Board may recess into executive session under RCW 42.30.110 to consider personnel, legal counsel, collective bargaining positions, real‑estate matters, or other topics. No budgetary impact or immediate action is noted in the agenda.

• Special meeting request for Thursday, June 2q 2O25t at 12:30 PM
• Executive session to discuss Etienne et al. v. Ferguson et al. lawsuit
• Potential discussion of employment/dismissal, legal counsel, collective bargaining, real‑estate per RCW 42.30.110
• No identified monetary impact or budget change required
• Attendees: Mark Nichols, Dee Boughton, County Board, County Administrator, Prosecuting Attorney

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Water Committee will meet on June 25, 2025. The meeting will include approval of the agenda and prior minutes, public comment periods, a review of submitted input, and a discussion on how to move forward with a proposed charter amendment. The commission will then outline next steps before adjourning.

• Approve agenda and minutes from the previous meeting
• Public comment periods at 9:05 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
• Review of input submitted to the Charter Review Commission
• Discussion on how to proceed with the proposed charter amendment
• Determine next steps for the charter amendment process

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from June 18. All commissioners voted to accept the edits to the proposed charter amendment. The next committee meeting was scheduled for July 2 at 9 a.m., and the amendment will advance to step 2 for the July 14 charter review meeting.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• June 18 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Accepted edits to proposed charter amendment (unanimous)
• Set next committee meeting for July 2 at 9 a.m.

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board will meet on June 25, 2025 to consider several reports and updates. Key items include a recommendation on the 2026 Master Fee Schedule, reports on the Fairgrounds Master Plan and Fair Budget, and updates on the 2026 Fair Theme contest, Kids' Day, and the Beer Garden. Public comment will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• 2026 Master Fee Schedule Fair Advisory Board Recommendation
• Fairgrounds Master Plan report
• Fair Budget report
• 2026 Fair Theme Contest update
• Kids' Day and Beer Garden updates

The Fair Advisory Board approved the minutes from the last meeting after a motion by George and a second by LaDona. No other substantive actions, approvals, denials, or tablings were recorded during this meeting. The remainder of the agenda consisted of committee reports and updates.

• Approved minutes from the previous meeting (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will vote on several financial items, including budget revisions and supplemental appropriations. They will also approve routine vouchers and payroll payments for the county. Additional agenda items cover contract agreements with state agencies and the appointment of board members.

• Approval of vouchers for the week of June 16 totaling $1,696,239.48
• Approval of payroll for the period ending May 31 totaling $2,948,686.38
• Resolution adopting budget revisions reallocating $42,000 for a health‑center lease, $88,047 for ARPA‑funded recruitment costs, and $55,463 for contract extensions
• Supplemental appropriations including $10,000 for ICAT training, $32,239 for ecological services, $91,871 (twice) for public‑health communications, $115,114 for sewer‑loan forgiveness, and $178,449 for developmental‑disabilities services
• Resolution authorizing a $108,184 grant from the Opportunity Fund Board to the Clallam Economic Development Council

The Clallam County Board adopted its agenda and consent agenda, then approved a slate of contracts and funding actions. Highlights include a $108,184 grant to the Economic Development Council, multiple homeless‑housing agreements, and a broadband infrastructure deal. The board also forwarded lift‑station restoration bids to Public Works for review.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented
• Adopted the consent agenda (vouchers, payroll, minutes, appointments, proclamation)
• Approved agreement with Department of Corrections for use of County sewer outfall in Sekiu
• Approved agreement with Clallam Public Utility District No. 1 for Kark Fiber broadband infrastructure project
• Approved $108,184 grant from Opportunity Fund Board to the Clallam Economic Development Council
• Approved twelve agreements with local agencies for 2025‑2027 homeless housing and assistance funds
• Approved agreement with Teamster Local Union No. 589 for collective bargaining
• Forwarded lift‑station restoration project bids to Public Works for review

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will examine the existing Clallam County Ethics Code. Members will discuss possible amendments and develop a strategy for any changes. The meeting also includes a report from Dee Boughton on the code's history and a period for public comment.

• Report from Dee Boughton on historical ethics code evolution and conference with Clark County Attorney’s Office
• Review and discussion of the current Clallam County Ethics Code
• Amendment discussion and strategy
• Task assignments if any
• Public comment

The Ethics Committee discussed whether the county code of ethics should be placed in the charter or remain separate. No vote was taken, but the committee decided to let Attorney Dee Boughton keep consulting civil attorneys in other counties for guidance on due‑process concerns. The committee also set the date for its next meeting.

• Allowed Attorney Boughton to continue inter‑county ethics discussions (no vote)
• Scheduled next Ethics Committee meeting (date not specified)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss several items in a work session, including a discussion with the Department of Transportation about Highway 101 projects and a letter to DOT about SR 110 chip‑seal results. It will consider an agreement with Teamster Local Union No. 589 for collective bargaining. The Commissioners will also review a fee‑waiver request for the Clallam Bay Sekiu Fun Days 2025 assembly permit and discuss administration of the Criminal Justice Treatment Account. Additional items are listed for future agendas.

• Discussion with Department of Transportation regarding Highway 101 projects
• Letter to the Department of Transportation regarding SR 110 chip‑seal results
• Agreement with Teamster Local Union No. 589 for collective bargaining
• Request for approval and fee waiver for Clallam Bay Sekiu Fun Days 2025 assembly permit
• Discussion of administration of the Criminal Justice Treatment Account

Charter Review Commission

The Commission will review proposed charter amendments regarding County Commissioner voting districts and the relationship between elected officials and NGOs. The body will also discuss a resolution for the Coroner and a proposed amendment for tribal trust land transfers.

• Proposed charter amendment for district-only voting for County Commissioners
• Proposed charter amendment regarding Elected Officials and NGOs
• Tribal trust land transfer proposed amendment
• Coroner resolution
• Reports from the Ethics and Water subcommittees

The Charter Review Commission adopted a modified agenda and the June 9 minutes. It approved the coroner amendment resolution with 15 votes in favor. The tribal‑trust‑land amendment was kept on the table, and the district‑only voting and water amendments were moved to the July 14 meeting for further consideration. Commissioners also voted 13‑2 to ask the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office to research which boards the Board of County Commissioners must serve on.

• Adopted agenda amendment (requested by Sarmiento) as modified
• Adopted June 9, 2025 minutes as presented
• Approved coroner amendment resolution (15 voted yes)
• Kept tribal trust land amendment on the table for future agenda
• Moved district‑only voting amendment to step 2 at July 14 meeting
• Moved water amendment to step 2 at July 14 meeting
• Requested Prosecuting Attorney’s Office to research required BOCC board memberships (13‑2 vote)
• Approved Elected Officials and NGOs amendment to proceed to step 2 at next meeting

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Water Committee will meet on June 18, 2025. The commission will approve the agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and discuss how to proceed with proposed charter amendments and recommendations. The meeting will conclude with a discussion of next steps.

• Approve agenda and minutes of last meeting
• Public comments
• Discussion and decisions on proposed Amendments
• Discussion and decisions on proposed Recommendations
• Determine next steps

The commission approved the meeting minutes and agenda. They voted 2‑1 to remove the sentence after “through a personal services contract bidding procedure” and place the remaining language into a draft recommendation for the BOCC. The motion to adjourn was then adopted.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Holy)
• Approved meeting agenda (motion by Commissioner Richards, seconded by Holy)
• Struck sentence after “through a personal services contract bidding procedure” and put rest into draft BOCC recommendation (2‑1 vote, Richards dissenting)
• Motion to adjourn passed (motion by Commissioner Richards)

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Board of Commissioners will consider the approval of the Section 8 Administrative Plan and accounts receivable write-offs. The board will also meet in executive session to discuss a real estate purchase and the Director's annual performance review.

• Resolution PHA-2025-15: Approval of Section 8 Administrative Plan
• Resolution PHA-2025-16: Approval of AR Write-offs
• Approval of May check registers totaling $475,532.62
• Approval of May Section 8 check registers totaling $593,093.09
• Approval of May Outpost check registers totaling $2,639.32

The board voted to approve the Section 8 Administrative Plan (Resolution PHA‑2025‑15) by voice vote. It also approved AR Write‑offs (Resolution PHA‑2025‑16) by voice vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Section 8 Administrative Plan (Resolution PHA‑2025‑15) – voice vote
• Approved AR Write‑offs (Resolution PHA‑2025‑16) – voice vote

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing to consider a draft ordinance regulating the use and occupancy of Recreational Vehicles (RVs). The body will also review a Lands Capacity Analysis report during a work session.

• Public hearing on RV Ordinance including proposed 180-day maximum occupancy duration
• Proposed prohibition of RVs or non-permanent housing from being considered Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs)
• Proposed new Section 33.40.100 prohibiting the rental of unsuitable structures, including certain tiny houses on wheels
• Proposed amendment to allow Park Models as short-term rentals
• Work session review of Lands Capacity Analysis report

Commissioner Booth moved to approve the meeting minutes and Commissioner Hester seconded; the record does not show the vote outcome. Commissioner Hester moved to recommend changes to RV and accessory dwelling unit regulations to the Board of County Commissioners, with Commissioner Boot seconding; the motion passed with a 5‑1 vote.

• Commissioner Booth moved to approve minutes (outcome not recorded)
• Commissioner Hester recommended RV and ADU code changes to Board; motion passed 5‑1

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of County Commissioners will review several service agreements and a request to waive bidding requirements for privacy booths. The board is also scheduled to approve over $1.4 million in accounts payable vouchers.

• Approval of accounts payable vouchers totaling $1,491,406.15
• Agreement with Conservation Technix, Inc. to develop an updated Parks Master Plan
• Request for waiver of bid/RFP/quote requirement with Spaceworx for privacy booths
• Agreement amendment with Department of Social and Health Services for developmental disabilities services
• Agreement amendment with Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization for substance use disorder outpatient services

The commissioners adopted the meeting agenda and consent agenda, approved weekly vouchers and minutes, and voted to approve three agreements: a contract with Conservation Technix for a Parks Master Plan, an amendment with the Department of Social and Health Services for developmental‑disability services, and an amendment with Salish Behavioral Health for substance‑use treatment services.

• Adopted the meeting agenda as presented
• Adopted the consent agenda
• Approved vouchers for the week of June 9
• Approved minutes for the week of June 9
• Approved agreement with Conservation Technix, Inc. to develop an updated Parks Master Plan
• Approved amendment 3 with Department of Social and Health Services for developmental‑disability services
• Approved amendment F with Salish Behavioral Health Administrative Services Organization for substance‑use outpatient services

Heritage Advisory Board

The Heritage Advisory Board holds a special field‑trip meeting on June 17, 2025. Board members and the public will visit the North Olympic History Center and the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center to view facilities that receive board funding. No final actions or decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Tour North Olympic History Center, 933 W. 9th St., Port Angeles
• Tour Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, 1203 E. Lauridsen Blvd., Port Angeles

The board conducted a field trip to the North Olympic History Center and the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center. Attendees included board members and members of the public. The meeting was purely informational and no final actions or votes were taken.

Board of Health

The Board of Health will meet with the Behavioral Health Advisory Board to discuss priorities for opioid settlement funds. The board will review current and projected funding, including $1,446,519.25 available as of June 2025.

• Joint meeting with Behavioral Health Advisory Board regarding Opioid Settlement Funding
• Infectious Disease Update from the Health Officer
• Discussion of $1,446,519.25 in available opioid settlement funds
• Proposed $100,000 in 2025 to backfill federal budget cuts for harm reduction supplies

The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the May 20, 2025 minutes. It also passed a motion recommending that the Board of Commissioners allocate $50,000 from the Opioid Settlement fund to cover a funding gap for the Harm Reduction Health Center through the end of the year. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous consent)
• Approved May 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous consent)
• Recommended $50,000 Opioid Settlement funding for Harm Reduction Health Center (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will consider several resolutions and appointments, including reappointing members to the Noxious Weed Control Board and appointing a sewer advisory committee member. They will discuss next steps for proposed projects funded by Title III of the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. Additional agreements will be reviewed for broadband infrastructure, trail bridge construction, and health services. Public comment will be accepted at the start of the meeting.

• Resolution reappointing Roberta Stoneman and Dan Peacock to the Noxious Weed Control Board
• Discussion of proposed Title III Secure Rural Schools projects
• Agreement with Clallam Public Utility District No. 1 for Kark Fiber broadband infrastructure
• Agreement with Sargent Engineers, Inc. for construction of a multiuser trail bridge on the Olympic Discovery Trail
• Request for waiver of bid/RFP requirements for XK300 medical sensors from Reassurance Solutions

Department of Natural Resources Meetings

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources provided a quarterly income report for state forestlands. The document details revenue distributions, timber sales under contract, and acreage managed for Clallam County.

• Quarter 1 (January 1-March 31, 2025) revenue distributed to Clallam County: $1,277,819.29
• Total revenue accrued for Clallam County as of March 31, 2025: $2,004,832.40
• Net value of state forestland timber under contract as of March 31, 2025: $12,811,184.82
• Total state forestland acreage in Clallam County: 93,351 acres
• Timber sales under contract include projects such as Salmon Creek, View Ridge, and On the Line

Marine Resources Committee

The committee is discussing marine resource management, including a presentation on sea otter foraging in Clallam Bay. The body is also reviewing updates on the Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan and various shoreline facility improvements.

• Presentation by Seattle Aquarium on Northern Sea Otter Foraging Analysis
• Letter of support for Northwest Straits Foundation's Port Angeles Harbor and Sequim Bay Derelict Crab Pot Removal Project
• Grant proposal for SaniKan and dog waste bags at Place Rd trail
• Review of Port of Port Angeles Cofferdam Facility Seawall and barge facility improvements
• Discussion of City of Port Angeles Comprehensive Plan Update

The committee approved the May meeting minutes unanimously. It set the next meeting for July 21, 2025. Members were asked to keep recruiting participants, and Amelia will explore adding a small wagon for festival supplies and place the tug‑escort rule on the next agenda.

• Approved May meeting minutes (unanimous vote)
• Scheduled next meeting for July 21, 2025
• Members asked to continue recruitment efforts in their communities
• Amelia will investigate adding a small wagon for festival item transport
• Amelia will add the tug escort rule to the next agenda

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission will meet on June 13, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. in the Emergency Operations Center, 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles. The agenda includes a welcome and roll call, a Coroner Resolution, a period for public comment, and scheduling of the next meeting. The Commission will discuss and potentially adopt the Coroner Resolution.

• Coroner Resolution
• Public comment period

The Coroner Committee met on May 13, 2025 at 1 p.m. in the Clallam County Emergency Operations Center, Room 070, both in person and via Zoom. Commissioners Richards, Fane, Walde, and Cameron discussed a draft resolution authored by Commissioner Richards concerning a coroner amendment. After making additional edits, the committee voted unanimously to move the revised draft forward to the Charter Review Commissioner for a full commission vote.

• Unanimously approved moving revised coroner amendment draft to full commission

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will meet to discuss public art updates and action steps. The meeting includes a request from private citizens to perform preservation and restoration on the 'Rosie' fish statue located on State Highway 112.

• Discussion of restoration for 'Rosie' fish statue on State Highway 112
• Public Art Update
• Action Steps Discussion
• Approval of minutes from February 13, March 13, April 10, and May 8, 2025

The committee did not approve the minutes from February 13, March 24, April 10, and May 8, 2025, as no action was taken. The meeting included updates on the Rosie the Fish statue, the Clallam Bay park bridge, committee membership, and lodging‑tax funding, but no formal decisions were recorded on those topics. The next meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. at the Sekiu Community Center.

• Approval of February, March, April, May 2025 minutes – no action taken

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team met on June 11, 2025 in a hybrid/Zoom format hosted by the Jamestown S’Klallam Tribe and the Dungeness River Nature Center. The team approved the amended draft notes from the May 14, 2025 meeting after a motion by Ben Smith was seconded and received no objections. The session also included public comments and presentations on Washington water law and irrigation history, but no additional actions were decided.

• Approved amended May 14, 2025 DRMT meeting notes (no objections)

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $2,532,867.50 and adopt minutes for the week of June 2. They will adopt a resolution opposing new offshore oil and gas leasing off Washington State and call a hearing on a resolution and agreement for the Clallam Economic Development Council Opportunity Fund. Several agreement amendments and a purchase order for phone system support will be discussed, and notices of budget revisions and supplemental appropriations to be adopted on June 24 will be presented. An ordinance amending flood‑area regulations will also be considered.

• Approval of vouchers for $2,532,867.50 (warrant numbers 9939871‑9940013)
• Resolution opposing inclusion of new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 2024‑2029 National OCS program
• Agreement amendment with Natural System Design Inc. for the Channel Migration Project
• Notice of budget revisions and supplemental appropriations, including $42,000 lease reallocation, $88,047 ARPA fund shift, $55,463 contract extension, and other transfers
• Ordinance amending Chapter 27.12 Critical Area Part 5 – Frequently Flooded Areas

The Board adopted a resolution opposing the inclusion of new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 2024‑2029 National Outer Continental Shelf program. It also approved four agreement amendments related to a channel migration project and two energy audits, and authorized a purchase order for county phone system support. The commissioners issued notices of upcoming budget revisions, supplemental appropriations and debatable emergencies to be considered on June 24. A public hearing on a flood‑area ordinance amendment was opened and then adopted.

• Adopted resolution opposing new offshore oil and gas leasing (2024‑2029 program)
• Approved agreement amendment with Natural System Design Inc. for Channel Migration Project
• Approved agreement amendment with Department of Commerce for Growth Management Act
• Approved agreement amendment with Washington State Association of Counties for energy audit
• Approved agreement amendment with Millig, LLC for energy audit
• Approved purchase order with Carousel Industries for county phone system support
• Issued notice of budget revisions to be considered on June 24 (including $42,000 lease reallocation and $88,047 ARPA cost shift)
• Issued notice of supplemental appropriations to be considered on June 24 (including $10,000 for ICAC training and $32,239 for Ecology services)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will meet on June 10, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. in the Board of Commissioners Board Room, 160 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles, WA. The agenda includes a review of an attorney report on the historical development of the current ethics provisions and a discussion of possible amendment wording. The meeting will also allow public comment before scheduling the next meeting.

• Review of attorney report on historical development of current ethics
• Discussion of possible amendment wording
• Public comment period

The commission decided that certain preparatory tasks must be completed before strategy discussions. Commissioner Fleck assigned Dee two tasks: to research how the county code of ethics applies to issues of statewide significance, and to contact the Clark County civil division of the Prosecuting Attorney about their ethics code process. No votes or formal approvals were recorded.

• Assigned Dee to research applicability of county ethics code to statewide significance issues
• Assigned Dee to contact Clark County civil division of the Prosecuting Attorney about their ethics code process
• Decided that preparatory tasks must be completed before further strategy discussion

Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee will approve its agenda and the draft minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting. It will hear announcements, including a sub‑committee’s work to develop funding priorities for the 2025‑2026 Request for Proposal, with contracts slated for January 2026 through December 2027. The board will also receive updates from community partners, county programs, and state agencies. No formal action items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of draft minutes from April 8, 2025
• Announcement: sub‑committee to develop funding priorities for the Fall/Winter 2025 RFP (contracts Jan 2026‑Dec 2027)
• Project SAFER form now live for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities
• County outcome report (April 2025) on Individual Supported Employment, Community Inclusion, and County Transition Program

The Developmental Disabilities Advisory Committee approved its meeting agenda with no additions. The committee also approved the draft minutes from the April 8, 2025 meeting without any changes. No other actions or decisions were taken during the session.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved April 8, 2025 minutes (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will discuss a resolution opposing new offshore oil and gas leasing in Washington's 2024‑2029 outer continental shelf program. It will review several agreements and amendments, including a waiver request for privacy booths with Spaceworx, a Parks Master Plan update with Conservation Technix, and energy audit contracts with the Washington State Association of Counties and Millig, LLC. Budget items include a briefing on a resolution and agreement for the Clallam Economic Development Council Opportunity Fund supporting the forest products industry cluster. Additional items include updates on Olympic National Forest and Olympic National Park and a performance evaluation of the County Administrator.

• Waiver of bid/RFP requirement for privacy booths with Spaceworx
• Agreement with Conservation Technix, Inc. to update the Parks Master Plan
• Agreement amendment 1 with Washington State Association of Counties for an energy audit
• Resolution opposing new offshore oil and gas leasing in the 2024‑2029 program
• Budget briefing on the Opportunity Fund Program for the Clallam Forest Products Industry Cluster

Charter Review Commission

The Commission will meet to review proposed amendments regarding the coroner's office and tribal trust land transfers. The meeting includes reports from subcommittees on ethics, water, and a public survey.

• Coroner amendment resolution presented by Commissioner Cameron
• Tribal trust land transfer amendment presented by Commissioner Richards
• Ethics Committee report
• Water Committee report
• Survey report presented by Commissioner Morris

The commission adopted a modified agenda and approved the minutes as presented after a motion to change them failed (3‑yes, 11‑no). Commissioners voted 14‑yes to refer the Coroner amendment to the Coroner Committee for full drafting. They also approved a 14‑yes advisory recommendation for the Water Committee to explore a water‑related charter topic as a recommendation, not a ballot measure, while a motion to postpone guidance on that amendment failed. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Adopted agenda as modified
• Adopted minutes as presented (motion to change minutes failed 3‑yes, 11‑no)
• Sent Coroner amendment to Coroner Committee for drafting (14‑yes)
• Approved advisory recommendation to Water Committee to explore water topic (14‑yes)
• Motion to postpone guidance on water amendment failed

Housing Solutions Committee

The Housing Solutions Committee will approve the agenda and minutes, review the Clallam County Attainable Workforce Housing Summit, and discuss upcoming items such as the July meeting and tribal representation. The committee will receive community updates, including a Housing Trust Fund contract for Northview Apartments and a forthcoming homeless housing plan. A legislative report noted a $600 million capital budget allocation for affordable housing construction in the next biennium.

• Review of the Clallam County Attainable Workforce Housing Summit (old business)
• Discussion of the July Housing Solutions Committee meeting (new business)
• Presentation of a Tribal Representative (new business)
• Update on the Housing Trust Fund contract for Northview Apartments (community update)
• Legislative report of a $600 million capital budget for affordable housing construction

The committee unanimously approved the agenda and the April 4 2024 minutes. A motion to cancel the July 4 2025 meeting was also passed unanimously. The next meeting was set for August 1 2025 at 9 a.m.

• Agenda approved (unanimous)
• April 4 2024 minutes approved (unanimous)
• July 4 2025 meeting cancelled (unanimous)
• Next meeting scheduled for August 1 2025

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission Water Committee will discuss and decide how to move forward with proposed charter amendments and what to present to the full Commission on June 9. The meeting includes approval of the agenda, public comment periods, and a review of next steps before adjourning.

• Approve agenda and minutes of the previous meeting
• Public comment periods at 9:05 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
• Discussion and decisions on how to proceed with proposed charter amendments
• Determine what to present to the Commission on June 9
• Set next steps and adjourn the meeting

The Charter Review Commission adopted the meeting agenda and the notes from the May 29th meeting. No votes were recorded for these actions. The commission discussed draft amendment clauses and the appointment of a new position, noting that additional feedback and another meeting are needed before formal review.

• Adopted agenda (no vote tally recorded)
• Adopted May 29th meeting notes (no vote tally recorded)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee will meet on June 4, 2025 at 1 p.m. to discuss ethics and possible actions for county governance. The agenda includes reviewing links provided by Commissioner Fleck, a discussion with Dee Boughton if available, and public comment. The committee may also consider new assignments and set the date for the next meeting.

• Review and discussion of information on links sent by Commissioner Fleck
• Discussion with Dee Boughton (if available)
• Public comment/input from citizens
• Consideration of new assignments for committee members
• Review of ethics provisions from other Washington counties

The commission members discussed establishing an ethics board via a charter amendment, noting it should have limited enforcement powers and include due‑process safeguards. No formal actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Trails Advisory Committee

The Trails Advisory Committee will review updates on the Olympic Discovery Trail (ODT) and Olympic Adventure Trail (OAT) projects, discuss JST projects in Blyn, and vote to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes routine agenda items such as approvals of minutes and public comment.

• ODT-Forks to La Push project update
• Raise grant update for ODT
• County volunteer ODT/OAT trail crew maintenance reports
• JST projects in Blyn
• Election of Chair & Vice Chair

The committee approved the May 7, 2025 meeting minutes. It moved Member Clark‑Getzin’s presentation to July. The members re‑elected Charlie Commeree as Chair and Wendy Clark‑Getzin as Vice Chair.

• Approved May 7, 2025 meeting minutes
• Moved Member Clark‑Getzin’s presentation to July
• Re‑elected Charlie Commeree as Chair
• Re‑elected Wendy Clark‑Getzin as Vice Chair

Crescent Community Advisory Council

The council will meet to discuss updates from local agencies and community organizations. The body is also seeking to fill open membership positions.

• Approval of February 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Updates from Fire District 4, DNR, Crescent School, and Crescent Water & Port
• Discussion of the Joyce Daze Festival
• Filling open membership positions for Grange, At-large, and Crescent School District Student Body

The Crescent Community Advisory Council approved the minutes from the February 5, 2025 meeting. The motion was moved by Chair Connie Beauvais and seconded by John Kent, and a second motion was moved by Jon Cash and seconded by Beauvais. No other decisions were made.

• Approved February 5, 2025 meeting minutes

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve vouchers totaling $438,340.83 and payroll payments of $1,003,499.98 for the week of May 26. It will consider two agreements – one with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for the Strait of Juan de Fuca Topobathymetric Lidar project and an amendment with the Department of Ecology for the Channel Migration Project. A bid opening for the Courthouse Security Project will be conducted, and a hearing on the Channel Migration Zone Technical Report will be continued to July 8. Two executive‑session meetings will discuss collective‑bargaining strategy and evaluate a public‑employment applicant, with no action taken in those sessions.

• Approval of vouchers: $438,340.83 (Warrant 9939672‑9939777)
• Approval of payroll: $1,003,499.98 (Warrant 177171‑177475, 9939645)
• Agreement with Washington State Dept. of Fish and Wildlife for Strait of Juan de Fuca Topobathymetric Lidar project
• Bid opening – Courthouse Security Project
• Hearing continuation – Channel Migration Zone Technical Report (rescheduled to July 8)

The commissioners adopted the agenda and consent agenda items, including vouchers, payroll and minutes. They approved an agreement with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for a Strait of Juan de Fuca topobathymetric lidar project and approved an amendment with the Department of Ecology for the Channel Migration Project. The public hearing on the Channel Migration Zone Technical Report was continued to July 8, 2025, and the courthouse security bid results were forwarded to the Sheriff’s Office for recommendation.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Adopted consent agenda (vouchers, payroll, minutes) – approved
• Approved Washington State Dept. of Fish & Wildlife lidar project agreement
• Approved Department of Ecology amendment 1 for Channel Migration Project
• Continued public hearing on Channel Migration Zone Technical Report to July 8, 2025
• Forwarded courthouse security bid opening to Sheriff’s Office for review

Animal Solutions Advisory Committee

The Clallam County Animal Solutions Advisory Committee will discuss organizing events, including the possible use of the fairgrounds for a larger-scale animal clinic. The committee will also receive updates on a contract related to pet licensing discussed with OPHS Board President Paul Stehr‑Green, and will talk about community sheltering needs. Public comment will be accepted before the meeting adjourns.

• Discussion on using the fairgrounds for a larger‑scale animal clinic
• Update on contract and pet licensing with OPHS Board President Paul Stehr‑Green
• Discussion on community sheltering needs and how to fill gaps
• Public comment period for residents

The Animal Solutions Advisory Committee approved the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other formal actions were taken; the committee discussed a fairgrounds clinic, OPHS staffing, and community shelter needs but recorded no approvals, denials, or tablings. The next meeting is scheduled for July 1, 2025.

• Approved May 6, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Homelessness Task Force

The Clallam County Homelessness Task Force will meet on June 3, 2025 to review updates on point‑in‑time (PIT) counts for Clallam and Jefferson counties. Members will discuss the closure of a shelter in Jefferson County and provide updates on Clallam County shelters, including Serenity House and the Sequim Warming Center. The meeting will also outline topics for future agendas such as safe‑parking and tiny shelter options. Public comment will be limited to three minutes.

• Clallam and Jefferson counties PIT updates – Sharon Maggard and Viola Ware
• Jefferson County shelter closure discussion – Viola Ware
• Clallam County shelter updates – Serenity House and Sequim Warming Center
• Future agenda: Trinity United Methodist Church Safe Parking
• Future agenda: Tiny Shelter Discussion

The Homelessness Task Force voted by majority to approve the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. Presentations were given on the 2025 Point‑in‑Time counts for Clallam and Jefferson counties and on shelter updates, including the Sequim Warming Center and Serenity House. The meeting was adjourned at 3:16 p.m.

• Agenda approved (majority vote)
• Minutes from May 6, 2025 approved (majority vote)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

The Clallam County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss unfinished business on the 2027‑2037 Parks Master Plan professional services agreement, board appointments and re‑appointments, and review committee reports on the 2026 Parks Master Fee Schedule, standard events calendar, and proposed bylaws. Staff will present updates on the Master Plan survey, grant projects, and a new recommendation to amend the 2025 Parks Master Plan. Public comment will be taken on agenda and non‑agenda items.

• 2027‑2037 Parks Master Plan Professional Services Agreement (unfinished business and staff report)
• Appointment of Raymond Colby to the Park and Recreation Advisory Board (new business)
• 2026 Parks Master Fee Schedule – Board recommendations (committee report)
• Bylaws Committee – Proposed bylaws and County Code amendments (committee report)
• Grant updates: LTAC Clallam Bay Ramp and RCO Salt Creek Recreation Area restroom repair (staff report)

The board approved the 2026‑2031 Parks Capital Project Priority List, passing the motion 5‑1. It also adopted the May 15 minutes as amended (5 ayes, 1 abstention) and approved the May 6 minutes. Ray Colby was appointed to the Parks Advisory Board, and the board recommended proposed bylaws and county‑code changes to staff. The board recommended adoption of the 2025 Parks Master Plan and its proposed edits.

• Adopted 2026‑2031 Parks Capital Project Priority List (5 ayes, 1 nay)
• Adopted May 15 minutes as amended (5 ayes, 1 abstention)
• Approved May 6 minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed Ray Colby to Parks Advisory Board (unanimous)
• Recommended proposed bylaws changes to staff (passed)
• Recommended proposed changes to County Code §23.01 to staff (passed)
• Recommended adoption of 2025 Parks Master Plan and edits (passed)
• Adjourned meeting (passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners held a work session to discuss several items, including a proposed monument for Justice Susan Owens on county land. They also reviewed a land acquisition for Hoko River State Park under RCO grant #22-1723, a purchase order with Carousel Industries for phone system support, and agreement amendments related to the Channel Migration Project and the Growth Management Act. The session included general discussion items for future agendas.

• Discussion of placing a monument for Justice Susan Owens on county property
• Discussion of Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission land acquisition of Hoko River State Park property (RCO grant #22-1723)
• Purchase order with Carousel Industries for county phone system support and maintenance
• Agreement amendment with the Department of Ecology for the Channel Migration Project
• Agreement amendment with the Department of Commerce for the Growth Management Act (GMA)

Sheriff’s Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee will review updates from Sheriff King regarding accreditation, the Joint Public Safety Facility, and the jail. The meeting includes reports on personnel changes and a tour of the Sentinel Armored Rescue Vehicle.

• Accreditation status update
• Joint Public Safety Facility discussion
• HCA Medicaid Transformation Project regarding the jail
• Animal Solutions Advisory Committee
• Personnel changes including new hires and resignations

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 27, 2025 meeting. Sheriff King reported that the Joint Public Safety Facility has met its $22 million target budget and will seek construction bids in August or September. The Sheriff’s Office and Juvenile Services will join the Washington State Health Care Authority Medicaid Transformation Project on July 1, 2025. New personnel assignments and several resignations were announced, effective in April, May, and June 2025.

• Unanimously approved minutes from March 27, 2025 meeting
• Animal Control Deputy Ed Bauck assigned (effective 4/30/25)
• Jail Nurse Dawn Honeycutt hired (effective 4/1/25)
• Corrections Deputy Justin Smith hired (effective 5/1/25)
• Mental Health Case Manager Christina Chadick resigned (effective 4/22/25)
• Grant Project Coordinator Rich Meier resigned (effective 5/15/25)
• Corrections Deputy Brandon Woolman resigned (effective 5/25/25)
• Intern Sophia Miller started (effective 5/12/25)

Solid Waste Advisory Committee

The Solid Waste Advisory Committee will elect a chair and vice‑chair and fill two membership vacancies. It will receive reports from the county, the cities of Port Angeles and Sequim, and other stakeholders, and hear legislative updates on right‑to‑repair and packaging extended‑producer‑responsibility laws. The committee will discuss Chapter 11.10 CROP plan recommendations within the county’s Solid Waste Management Plan. Public comments are limited to three minutes each.

• Chair and vice‑chair election
• Membership vacancies: business community alternate, at‑large alternate
• Legislative update: Washington governor signs right‑to‑repair laws for electronics and wheelchairs
• Legislative update: Washington governor signs packaging extended‑producer‑responsibility law
• Discussion of Chapter 11.10 CROP plan recommendations in the Solid Waste Management Plan

The committee approved the January 2025 minutes with an added comment on C&D grinding, passing the motion unanimously. Meggan Uecker was elected Chair and Steve Johnson was elected Vice Chair, both unanimously approved. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 2025 minutes with comment (unanimous)
• Elected Meggan Uecker as Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Steve Johnson as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Fair Advisory Board

The Clallam County Fair Advisory Board is meeting to review committee reports and plan for the 2025 county fair. The board will discuss the 2026 fair theme in coordination with the America 250 celebration and review state evaluation guidelines.

• Adoption of a 2026 fair theme emphasizing the America 250 Celebration
• Review of 2026 Master Fee Schedule Recommendation Committee status
• Discussion of WSDA Fair Grant K5041 regarding Dog Barn status
• Planning for 2025 County Fair Kick Off featuring a George Washington Reenactor
• Review of vendor and food vendor contract status

The board voted to approve the minutes from the last meeting after a motion by Cindy Kelly and a second by George Winn. The motion passed. No other formal actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved prior meeting minutes (motion passed)

Board of County Commissioners

The commissioners will consider a resolution designating the applicant agent for the 3 Crabs Road Elevation Project. They will also review an agreement with the Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for a topobathymetric lidar survey of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The meeting includes routine calendar items and a discussion of upcoming agency updates for future agendas.

• Resolution to designate applicant agent for the 3 Crabs Road Elevation Project
• Agreement with Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife for Strait of Juan de Fuca topobathymetric lidar project
• General discussion of upcoming updates from Olympic National Forest, Olympic National Park, DNR, and WSDOT Highway 101 projects

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve $1,516,125.32 in vouchers and adopt minutes for the week of May 19. It will consider resolutions to change Assessor customer‑service hours, appoint members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, and designate an applicant agent for the 3 Crabs Road Elevation Project. A public hearing will be held on an ordinance amending Chapter 27.12 Critical Areas Part 5 (Frequently Flooded) and a bid notice will be posted for the Clallam Bay Middlepoint and Snobhill Lift Station Restoration Project. Major budget actions include a $152,510 cut to the Lower Dungeness Floodplain grant, a $45,000 reallocation to Sheriff overtime, and supplemental appropriations for court, health, and general‑fund needs.

• Approval of vouchers totaling $1,516,125.32 for the week of May 19
• Public hearing on Ordinance amending Chapter 27.12 Critical Areas Part 5 (Frequently Flooded) scheduled for June 10
• Resolution to cut $152,510 from the Lower Dungeness Floodplain grant as the project is completed
• Reallocation of $45,000 from a drone fund to Sheriff overtime for border security and anti‑drug efforts
• Supplemental appropriations including $16,000 for Superior Court family support services and $311,505 transferred to General Fund Reserves

The commissioners approved the county’s 2025‑2030 Homeless Crisis Response and Housing Plan with required measurable goals by the end of 2025. They also approved a contract to treat spotted jewelweed on Upper Salmon Creek and made several budget reductions and reallocations. Supplemental appropriations were adopted, and resolutions appointing a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and designating an applicant agent for the 3 Crabs Road Elevation Project were passed. Public hearings on emergency funding for the Coroner’s office and the hotel/motel tax were opened, closed, and the related resolutions adopted.

• Approved 2025‑2030 Homeless Crisis Response and Housing Plan with amendment of measurable goals by end of 2025
• Approved contract with Department of Natural Resources to treat spotted jewelweed on Upper Salmon Creek timber unit
• Approved budget reduction eliminating Lower Dungeness Floodplain grant ($152,510) as project completed
• Approved budget revisions reallocating $45,000 drone funds to sheriff overtime and transferring $311,505 to General Fund Reserves
• Approved supplemental appropriations including $16,000 for Superior Court family support services and $311,505 transfer to General Fund Reserves
• Adopted resolution appointing members to Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (removing Glen Chipman)
• Adopted resolution designating applicant agent for the 3 Crabs Road Elevation Project
• Opened and closed public hearing and adopted emergency funding resolutions for Coroner costs ($70,000) and Hotel/Motel tax ($201,014)

Charter Review Commission

The Ethics Committee is meeting to review information from previous Board of County Commissioners minutes and communications with the Prosecutor. Members will discuss how other charters address ethics and may consult with Dee Boughton.

• Review of BOCC minutes provided by Loni
• Review of communications with Prosecutor provided by Comm. Tozzer
• Discussion of ethics provisions in other charters
• Potential discussion with Dee Boughton

The Ethics Committee voted to obtain legal advice on what county rules for remote interests can be adopted without conflicting with state law. The committee also agreed on the time for its next meeting. No other actions were approved or denied.

• Pursue legal advice on remote‑interest rules (decision made, no vote tally recorded)
• Set time for next Ethics Committee meeting (decision made, no vote tally recorded)

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission approved a coroner amendment to Section 4.20 with 14 votes in favor. It also adopted the recommendation from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office (13‑1), sent the tribal‑trust land amendment to the Attorney's Office for review (15‑0), and forwarded the meeting recording to the Attorney's Office (14‑1). A motion allowing public commenters to refer to commissioners by name passed 12‑2, while a motion to enforce rules at all times failed.

• Approved coroner amendment (14 yes)
• Followed Prosecuting Attorney recommendation (13 yes, 1 no)
• Sent tribal‑trust land amendment to Prosecuting Attorney for review (15 yes)
• Forwarded meeting recording to Prosecuting Attorney (14 yes, 1 no)
• Allowed public commenters to refer to commissioners by name (12 yes, 2 no)
• Motion to enforce all rules at all times failed (no vote recorded)

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Water Committee will approve the meeting agenda and minutes, hear public comments, and discuss how to proceed with proposed charter amendments to be presented to the full Commission on May 27. The meeting is set for 9:30 a.m. at the Board of Commissioners Board Room, 160, 223 East 4th Street, Port Angeles. No other decisions are listed.

• Approve agenda and minutes of last meeting
• Public comment periods at 9:35 a.m. and 11:15 a.m.
• Discussion and decisions on how to proceed with proposed charter amendments for presentation on May 27
• Adjournment at 11:30 a.m.

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Ethics Committee met on May 21, 2025 to conduct routine business. Commissioners welcomed participants, appointed a chair and record keeper, and held a roundtable to define goals and objectives. They also assigned any needed action items for the next meeting and set the meeting calendar. The session concluded with a public comment period.

• Welcome
• Appointment of Chair and Record keeper
• Roundtable discussion of defining goals and objectives
• Assignment of action items for next meeting
• Establish meeting calendar

The Ethics Committee decided to pursue legal advice on how the county may regulate remote interests without conflicting with state law. The minutes note that the CRC Executive Committee later approved inviting Dee Boughton to a future ethics meeting to address this issue. The committee set the date for its next meeting and adjourned.

• Pursue legal advice on remote‑interest regulations (decision by consensus)
• CRC Executive Committee approved request to invite Dee Boughton to a later ethics meeting
• Agreed on time for next Ethics Committee meeting

Peninsula Housing Authority

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board will consider several approvals, including routine financial items and a set of new resolutions. New business includes updating the address in the by‑laws, revising the public records policy, and adopting the FY2026 budget. The board will also review two funding applications: one from the Albert Haller Foundation and one for an FFCF grant. An executive session will cover Director Martinez’s annual performance review.

• Resolution PHA-2025-12: Adoption of FY2026 Budget
• Resolution PHA-2025-10: Update to address in By‑Laws
• Resolution PHA-2025-11: Revised Public Records Policy
• Resolution PHA-2025-13: Albert Haller Foundation Funding Application
• Resolution PHA-2025-14: FFCF Grant Application

The Peninsula Housing Authority Board approved its FY2026 budget and adopted several resolutions, including updates to the B‑Laws address, the public records policy, a new board report format, and funding applications. All items were approved by voice vote. The executive session was postponed to the June meeting.

• Approved FY2026 budget (voice vote, approved)
• Approved new board report format (voice vote, approved)
• Approved update to address in B‑Laws (voice vote, approved)
• Approved revised public records policy (voice vote, approved)
• Approved Albert Haller Foundation funding application (voice vote, approved)
• Approved FFCF grant application (voice vote, approved)
• Approved consent agenda items including timesheets and check registers (voice vote, approved)
• Tabled executive session for June meeting

Clallam Bay / Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Sewer Advisory Committee will approve minutes from the April 2024 meeting and note a vacancy on the committee with an application received. Staff will report on a 2026 DOE Clean Water funding application totaling $10,030,145, including a $2,153,369 Centennial Grant, a $4,011,545 forgivable loan, and a $3,865,321 standard loan at 1.2%. An RFP for three pump stations (Clallam Bay, Middle Point, Snob Hill) is ready for publication, and the committee will discuss user fees. Public comment is limited to three minutes before adjourning.

• Approve minutes from April 2024 meeting
• One vacancy on the committee; application received
• Review 2026 DOE Clean Water funding application for $10,030,145 with grant and loan offers
• RFP for Clallam Bay, Middle Point, and Snob Hill pump stations ready for publication
• User fees discussion

The committee approved the April 2024 meeting minutes. It approved a recommendation to appoint Pamela Hill to the Advisory Committee. It approved a Value Planning Amendment, which will be presented to the Board of County Commissioners for adoption. The Opportunity Fund approved up to $1.4 million for rehabilitation of three pump stations.

• Approved April 2024 meeting minutes (motion passed, no opposition)
• Approved recommendation to appoint Pamela Hill to the Advisory Committee (motion passed, no opposition)
• Approved Value Planning Amendment (to be presented to BOCC for adoption)
• Approved up to $1.4M from Opportunity Fund for rehabilitation of three pump stations

Planning Commission

The Clallam County Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on the Open Space Ordinance. The agenda includes discussion of proposed changes, continuation of public comments, and a motion regarding the public hearing. Staff previously recommended adding a 'Development Pressure' category to the ordinance.

• Continued public hearing on Open Space Ordinance
• Discussion of Development Pressure category for public benefit rating
• Presentation of Elwha Channel Migration Zone maps
• Review of proposed changes to RV regulations and definitions
• Review of Floodplain Management Ordinance

The commission approved the meeting minutes with added language by a unanimous vote. After reviewing public comments, the commission made minor edits to the Open Space Ordinance and voted 6‑1 to forward it to the Board of County Commissioners. An upcoming public hearing on RV park changes was announced for June 18, 2025.

• Approved meeting minutes with added language (unanimous)
• Forwarded Open Space Ordinance with edits to Board of County Commissioners (6-1)

Board of County Commissioners

The Board will approve vouchers totaling $1,385,553.17 and payroll payments of $2,977,785.02 for the period ending April 30. It will also adopt minutes for the week of May 12, appoint Ed Bauck to the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee, and consider a waiver of bid requirements for an EPIC electronic health record contract with Providence Health and Services – Tegria. Several Opportunity Fund Program agreements and other contract amendments will be reviewed.

• Approval of vouchers for $1,385,553.17 (Warrant numbers 9939013‑9939081; 9939127‑9939203; 9939234‑9939302)
• Approval of payroll totaling $2,977,785.02 (Warrant numbers 176687‑177170, 9938985‑9939012)
• Request of waiver of bid/RFP/quote requirement with Providence Health and Services – Tegria for EPIC Electronic Health Record
• Agreement amendment 2 with Department of Ecology for Clallam Bay Sekiu Sewer System Project
• Agreement with Port of Port Angeles for Opportunity Fund Program – Marine Trades Center Phase 2 Development Project

The commissioners adopted the agenda and approved the consent agenda items, including vouchers, payroll, minutes, an appointment to the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee, and a waiver for an electronic health record contract. They approved several Opportunity Fund agreements covering sewer, marine trades, affordable housing, and water‑main projects. The board also settled a lawsuit with Jackson Jet Center. No votes were recorded in the minutes.

• Adopted agenda as presented
• Approved consent agenda (vouchers, payroll, minutes, appointment, waiver request)
• Approved Ecology agreement for Clallam Bay Sekiu Sewer System Project
• Approved Port of Port Angeles agreement for Marine Trades Center Phase 2
• Approved Peninsula Housing Authority agreement for Eklund at Gales affordable housing
• Approved City of Sequim agreement for Reservoir Road water main and booster station expansion
• Approved Clallam County Public Works agreement for Clallam Bay Sekiu Sewer Snob Hill Pump Station Replacement
• Settled lawsuit with Jackson Jet Center (amount not disclosed)

Board of Health

The Board unanimously approved the agenda and the April 15 meeting minutes. A public hearing on an amendment to Chapter 41.20 On‑Site Sewage System was opened and closed without comment. The amendment was then approved unanimously, adopting the changes to the ordinance. The meeting adjourned at 2:30 p.m.

• Agenda approved by unanimous consent
• April 15 meeting minutes approved
• Public hearing on Chapter 41.20 on‑site sewage amendment opened unanimously
• Public hearing on Chapter 41.20 on‑site sewage amendment closed unanimously
• Amendment to Chapter 41.20 on‑site sewage system ordinance approved unanimously

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners and Port Angeles City Council are holding a joint meeting to review the 60% design, budget, and project updates for a Joint Public Safety Facility. The City Council will also hold a regular meeting to address city expenditures and municipal code revisions.

• Joint Public Safety Facility: Review of 60% design and budget assumptions
• Expenditure Report (April 26 to May 9, 2025): $2,973,934.82
• Airport Electrical Conduit Boring change order for Magnum Power, LLC: $85,050.90
• 2025 Budget Amendment #1: Second reading of ordinance
• Port Angeles Municipal Code Re-Envisioning Title 2: First reading of ordinance

Board of County Commissioners

The Commissioners will discuss several agenda items, including appointing members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and changing customer service hours for the Assessor’s Office. They will receive a briefing on the 2025‑2030 Clallam County Homeless Housing Plan and consider a waiver of bid requirements for an EPIC electronic health record contract with Providence Health and Services – Tegria. Additional topics include a contract with the Department of Natural Resources to treat spotted jewelweed on Upper Salmon Creek, a discussion on juvenile/jail clinical services, and a public hearing on a flood‑zone ordinance amendment.

• Waiver of bid/RFP requirement for EPIC Electronic Health Record contract with Providence Health and Services – Tegria (item 1e)
• Contract with Department of Natural Resources to treat spotted jewelweed on the Upper Salmon Creek timber unit (item 1f)
• Ordinance amendment to Chapter 27.12 Critical Areas Part 5 – Frequently Flooded, with public hearing scheduled for June 10 (item 3a)
• Map and notice of bids for Clallam Bay Middlepoint and Snobhill Lift Station Restoration Project, bids due June 24 (item 2a)
• Appointment of members to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board (item 1b)

Revenue Advisory Committee

The Revenue Advisory Committee will meet to discuss timber sales and trust lands. The body will review updates on mill tours and encumbered lands.

• Legal discussion and possible action regarding trust lands
• DNR timber sales review (planned, in harvest, and in litigation)
• Mill tours update from Commissioner Johnson
• Encumbered lands update from Commissioner Johnson

The Revenue Advisory Committee adopted the agenda as presented after a motion by Commissioner Johnson and a second by Ben Pacheco. The committee also approved the minutes from the April 21, 2025 meeting following a motion by Commissioner Johnson and a second by Michael Mingee. No other formal actions or votes were recorded.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion by Johnson, seconded by Pacheco)
• Approved April 21, 2025 minutes (motion by Johnson, seconded by Mingee)

Marine Resources Committee

The Marine Resources Committee will approve the April meeting minutes and elect a new Chair, Vice‑Chair, and Northwest Straits Commission representative. It will discuss open at‑large and tribal seats, announce staff transitions, and consider new business items, including draft proposals and budgets for projects in the 2025‑2027 biennium and a request for a letter of support for derelict gear removal in Port Angeles Harbor and Sequim Bay.

• Approve April meeting minutes
• Elect Chair, Vice‑Chair, and NWSC Representative
• Discuss open MRC seats and member changes
• Review draft proposals and budgets for biennium projects (10/2025‑9/2027)
• Consider Northwest Straits Foundation request for MRC support letter for derelict gear removal

The committee unanimously approved the March meeting minutes. LaTrisha Suggs was re‑elected as chair, and Alan Clark was elected vice‑chair and NWSC representative without opposition. The derelict‑gear removal (ROV) project was set aside because of funding and capacity concerns. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to close was approved.

• Approved March minutes (unanimous)
• Re‑elected LaTrisha Suggs as Chair (no opposition)
• Elected Alan Clark as Vice Chair (no opposition)
• Elected Alan Clark as NWSC Representative (no opposition)
• Set aside Derelict Gear Removal (ROV) project (no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed, seconded by Alan Clark)
• Rebecca to return as MRC Coordinator in June (staff transition announced)

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

During the special tour, the Parks Advisory Board cancelled the planned stop at Quillayute River County Park and chose to visit Eagle Point instead. The remainder of the day involved site tours and informal discussions at several county parks, with no formal approvals or votes recorded.

• Cancelled visit to Quillayute River County Park (no vote recorded)
• Redirected tour to Eagle Point (no vote recorded)

Law Library Board

The Clallam County Law Library Board will discuss updates on digital library subscriptions and the Memorandum of Agreement with the North Olympic Library System. The board previously approved a plan to move library resources to NOLS locations.

• Approval of January 30, 2025 minutes
• Discussion of digital Law Library offerings at NOLS
• Review of Memorandum of Agreement with North Olympic Library System
• Update on IT Department collaboration
• Discussion of future digital library subscriptions

The board approved the January 30, 2025 meeting minutes. The board also accepted the LexisNexis and Washington State Bar titles to be included under the LexisNexis contract. Both motions were moved, seconded, and carried. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved January 30, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted LexisNexis and Washington State Bar titles for library subscription (motion carried)

Miscellaneous Meetings

The Dungeness River Management Team approved the draft minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. The county commissioners also approved a bid award of $153,207.45 to remove debris from the old dump site on the south side of the property. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Motion to accept the meeting minutes approved (no vote tally recorded)
• County commissioners approved a $153,207.45 debris‑removal contract for the old dump site

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will approve vouchers totaling $848,789.55 and adopt minutes for the week of May 5. It will consider bids for the Courthouse Security Project and adopt several resolutions, including appointments and reallocation of grant funds. The agenda also includes contracts allocating lodging tax funds to Field Arts and Events Hall ($60,000) and the Dungeness Crab Festival ($55,000), as well as budget reductions and supplemental appropriations to be voted on May 27.

• Approval of vouchers: warrant numbers 9938648‑9938938 totaling $848,789.55
• Call for bids for the Courthouse Security Project (deadline June 3, 2025)
• Agreement with Field Arts and Events Hall for $60,000 lodging tax funds
• Budget reduction: Lower Dungeness Floodplain project cut $152,510
• Reallocation of $45,000 from Sheriff drone funds to overtime for border security

The Board adopted the consent agenda, approving $848,789.55 in vouchers and the minutes for the week of May 5. It approved two lodging‑hotel/motel tax agreements—$60,000 to Field Arts and Events Hall and $55,000 to the Dungeness Crab Festival. The Board also approved a bid award to Lakeside Industries Inc. for the 2025 hot‑mix and liquid asphalt supply contract.

• Approved agreement with Field Arts and Events Hall for $60,000 lodging hotel/motel tax funds
• Approved agreement with The Dungeness Crab Festival for $55,000 lodging hotel/motel tax funds
• Approved bid award to Lakeside Industries Inc. for 2025 Hot Mix Asphalt and CSS‑1 Liquid Asphalt Supply Contract
• Adopted consent agenda approving vouchers totaling $848,789.55 for the week of May 5
• Adopted consent agenda approving minutes for the week of May 5
• Adopted consent agenda calling for bids for Courthouse Security Project (deadline June 3, 2025)
• Adopted consent agenda calling for hearing on Channel Migration Zone Technical Report resolution (June 3, 2025)
• Issued notice of budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations and debatable emergencies to be considered on May 27

Behavioral Health Advisory Board

The board will discuss gaps in services related to Opioid Settlement Funds. The meeting includes presentations from the Olympic Community of Health and the Olympic Peninsula Community Clinic's REdisCOVERY Program. Members will also address several vacant representative positions.

• Discussion on Opioid Settlement Funds gaps in services
• Presentation on Clallam Connect by Jessica Peterson
• Presentation on REdisCOVERY Program by Helen Brown
• Review of position vacancies for Tribal, Homeless, and SUD/MH representatives

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission will discuss several proposed charter amendments, including a coroner amendment, an ethics commission matter, and a tribal trust land transfer amendment. Commissioners will also review a proposed amendment on contract, grant, and loan management presented by Commissioner Paul Pickett. Public comment on agenda items will be limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Proposed coroner amendment – Commissioner Cameron
• Ethics commission discussion – Commissioner Fleck
• Proposed tribal trust land transfer amendment – Commissioner Richards
• Survey discussion – Commissioners Morris and Tozzer
• Proposed amendment on contract, grant, and loan management – Commissioner Paul Pickett

The Charter Review Commission adopted the proposed coroner amendment (14 voted yes). It also approved moving the amendment to step 4 for a future vote (14 voted yes) and formed an ethics committee (14 voted yes). Two motions – accepting a second survey and posting priority stickers – were rejected (3‑10 and 2‑11 votes). The agenda amendment and April 28 minutes were adopted as presented.

• Adopted agenda amendment (as modified)
• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (as presented)
• Adopted proposed coroner charter amendment (14 voted yes)
• Moved coroner amendment to step 4 for future vote (14 voted yes)
• Formed ethics committee to review county ethics issues (14 voted yes)
• Rejected second survey motion (3 voted yes, 10 voted no)
• Rejected stickers‑on‑poster motion (2 voted yes, 11 voted no)

Board of County Commissioners

The Clallam County Board of Commissioners will hold a work session covering a range of items, including appointments, project agreements, and budget matters. A major focus will be discussion of proposed budget reductions, revisions, supplemental appropriations, and emergency items slated for consideration on May 27. An executive session earlier in the morning will evaluate the qualifications of a public‑employment applicant.

• Resolution appointing Ed Bauck to the Animal Solutions Advisory Committee
• Purchase order with Connection for technology equipment for the virtual‑to‑physical migration project
• Agreement amendment 2 with the Department of Ecology for the Clallam Bay Sekiu Sewer System Project
• Agreement with Peninsula Housing Authority for the Opportunity Fund Program – Eklund at Gales Multi‑unit Affordable Housing Project
• Discussion of proposed budget reductions to be considered on May 27

Charter Review Commission

The Clallam County Charter Review Commission Water Committee will meet on May 9, 2025 at the North Olympic Library System, 2210 South Peabody Street, Port Angeles. The agenda includes approving the meeting agenda and minutes from the last meeting, two periods for public comments, and a discussion to decide which materials will be presented to the full Charter Review Commission on May 12. The meeting can also be joined via Zoom using the provided call‑in details.

• Approve agenda and minutes of the previous meeting
• Public comment period at 10:05 a.m.
• Discussion and decisions on materials to present to the Charter Review Commission on May 12
• Public comment period at 11:15 a.m.
• Zoom audio and video participation details provided

The commission approved the meeting minutes and the agenda. A motion was passed for Commissioner Pickett to incorporate all comments on the problem statement and proposal direction, with three commissioners voting yes and one voting no. Public comments were heard from three residents before the meeting adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved motion for Pickett to integrate comments (3-1)

Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee

The Clallam Bay/Sekiu Community Advisory Committee will hear a tourism economy presentation by Lissy Andros of the Forks Chamber of Commerce and receive community updates on water, park ramp replacement, fishing season, and the North Olympic Library. The meeting includes public comment, approval of prior minutes, and discussion of future agenda items such as housing and small‑business development. The next meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2025 at the Sekiu Community Center.

• Tourism Economy presentation – Lissy Andros, Forks Chamber of Commerce
• Community updates – water, park ramp replacement project, fishing season, North Olympic Library
• Future agenda item: Housing – Tim Dalton
• Future agenda item: Small Business Development – CIE and SBDC presentations
• Future agenda item: Tourism – Marsha Massey, Lissy Andros, Marc Abshire

The committee did not take any formal actions. Approval of the February 13, March 24, and April 10, 2025 minutes was noted with no action taken. The meeting featured a tourism presentation by Lissy Andros of the Forks Chamber of Commerce and general community updates. The next meeting is scheduled for June 12, 2025.

• No action taken on approval of February 13, March 24, and April 10 minutes

Charter Review Commission

The Charter Review Commission Townhall Committee will review input received during outreach sessions. Discussion will include notes from the last meeting, ten items directed by Chair Fisch, and feedback from the Sekiu and Forks forums. The committee will also hear updates from the Coroner, Water Steward, district representatives, and a survey status report before considering possible motions for next steps.

• Review of meeting notes from the previous meeting
• Consideration of 10 items directed by Chair Fisch (attachment referenced)
• Feedback from the Sekiu Forum
• Feedback from the Forks Forum
• Survey status update from Commissioner Morris