Jefferson County public meetings in 2025
16 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
HEARING EXAMINER
The Jefferson County Hearing Examiner will review a Binding Site Plan submitted by the Port of Port Townsend. The proposal seeks to develop a 23.62-acre site into 11 light industrial lots.
- Proposed 11-lot light industrial park at the Jefferson County Airport
- Development of buildings up to 10,000 sf per lot
- Construction of a new private road off Four Corners Road
- Installation of a public water main and Large Onsite Sewage System (LOSS)
- Review of Binding Site Plan (BSP) for parcels 001331005 and 001334041
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COLLABORATIVE GROUP (ICG)
The Intergovernmental Collaborative Group will hold a special meeting on Dec 11, 2025. The agenda consists of a welcome segment with remarks from Senator Chapman, Representative Tharinger, and Representative Bernbaum, followed by a public comment period, a casual social hour, and adjournment. No policy decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.
The Intergovernmental Collaborative Group met on December 11, 2025, called to order at 5:09 p.m. State legislators delivered remarks, and the meeting was adjourned at 6:39 p.m. No approvals, denials, or other formal actions were recorded.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COLLABORATIVE GROUP (ICG)
The Intergovernmental Collaborative Group will consider a group‑funded economic development framework and hear a presentation on the Glen Cove report. Agency representatives from Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Jefferson County Public Utility District #1, and the Port of Port Townsend will provide jurisdiction updates. The meeting includes two public comment periods and approval of the September 18 2025 minutes.
- Discussion and potential action on group‑funded economic development framework (30 min)
- Presentation on Glen Cove report (20 min)
- Agency roundtable jurisdiction updates – City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Jefferson County Public Utility District #1, Port of Port Townsend (40 min)
- Approval of September 18 2025 meeting minutes
- Two public comment periods (10 min total)
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will meet to discuss and potentially act on recommendations from the Board of County Commissioners and review staff costs. The meeting will include a public comment period and is scheduled for November 26, 2025.
- Review of BoCC recommendations
- Review of staff costs
- Public comment period
- Future meeting agenda items
- In-person and Zoom meeting options
PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (PIF)
The Public Infrastructure Fund Board will meet on November 13, 2025 to consider a recommendation on funding the Quilcene Water Kiosk Project. Members will review the Public Utility District cost estimate and decide whether to approve PIF funding. The agenda also includes a public comment period and routine board business.
- Discussion and potential action on PUD cost estimate and PIF funding recommendation for Quilcene Water Kiosk Project
- Public comment period
- Board call to order and introductions
- Future agenda items
- Closing remarks
The PIF Board reviewed the $80,000 Quilcene Water Kiosk cost estimate and concluded the project was not financially viable. A motion to change course on the vending solution was moved by Member Wilson, seconded by Member Ballif, and carried. The board therefore will not fund the kiosk. No other substantive actions were taken.
- Rejected funding for Quilcene Water Kiosk project (motion carried)
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Jefferson County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee holds a special meeting on November 7, 2025. The committee will approve the minutes from its July 29, 2025 meeting. It will discuss and consider potential actions on the final award recommendations and on the 2026 award recommendations. Public comment will be taken before and after each discussion.
- Approval of minutes: Special Meeting Minutes of July 29, 2025
- Discussion and potential action on final award recommendations
- Discussion and potential action on review of LTAC 2026 award recommendations
- Public comment periods before and after agenda discussions
- Closing remarks
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on RFP awards for 2026 proposals. Total requests amount to $1,734,487 against available funding of $900,000. The committee will also review the Gateway Visitor Center Maintenance Building funding process.
- Potential awards for 20 requests totaling $1,734,487 from a $900,000 fund
- Request from North Hood Canal Chamber of Commerce for $223,171
- Request from Quimper Events Collectives for $245,000
- Requests from Parks & Recreation and Gateway Visitor Center for $150,000 each
- Review of Gateway Visitor Center Maintenance Building funding process
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will consider potential actions on RFP awards with $900,000 of available funding. Members will review a list of 2026 proposal requests from local organizations that total $1,734,487. The committee will also discuss the funding process for the Gateway Visitor Center Maintenance Building.
- Potential action on RFP awards, with $900,000 funding available
- Review of 2026 grant requests totaling $1,734,487 from groups such as Jefferson County Farmers Market, Quilcene Historical Museum, and North Hood Canal Chamber of Commerce
- Discussion of the Gateway Visitor Center Maintenance Building funding process
- Public comment period for attendees to submit remarks
- Future meeting agenda items to be identified
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Jefferson County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will hold a public comment period and discuss the RFP deadline and required supporting documents due September 10, 2025. It will consider awarding RFP funds totaling $900,000. The committee will also review 2026 proposal requests from a range of organizations that together total $1,734,487. A review of the Gateway Visitor Center Maintenance Building funding process will be discussed as well.
- Discussion of RFP deadline and submission of supporting documents due September 10, 2025
- Potential action on LTAC deliberations on RFP awards, funding available $900,000
- Review of 2026 proposal requests from multiple groups (e.g., Jefferson County Farmers Market $30,005; Quilcene Historical Museum $87,750; Jefferson County Historical Society $95,620; Parks & Recreation $150,000; Gateway Visitor Center $150,000) totaling $1,734,487
- Discussion of the Gateway Visitor Center Maintenance Building funding process
- Public comment periods before any motions are taken
PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (PIF)
The Public Infrastructure Fund Board will hold a special meeting on October 3, 2025. Members will consider approving the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. The board will review the PUD cost estimate and consider a recommendation to fund the Quilcene Water Kiosk Project. The agenda also includes a public comment period and discussion of future agenda items.
- Approve minutes from September 2, 2025 meeting
- Public comment period
- Review PUD cost estimate and consider funding recommendation for Quilcene Water Kiosk Project
- Discuss future agenda items
- Closing remarks and adjournment
The board approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved a motion to reserve $150,000 plus a 20% contingency for the Jefferson County PUD to construct a water dispensing kiosk in Quilcene. The vote was six in favor, none against, with two members abstaining.
- Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
- Approved $150,000 plus 20% contingency for Quilcene water kiosk (6-0-2)
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Jefferson County Lodging Tax Advisory Committee will discuss the LTAC score sheet and consider the 2026 proposal presentations, which request a total of $1,734,487 while $900,000 is available. The committee will also review a memo about replacement coverage for a planned State Route monument, approve minutes from prior meetings, and discuss potential changes to the LTAC By‑Laws.
- Discussion and potential action on LTAC score sheet
- 2026 lodging‑tax funding proposals totaling $1,734,487 (funding available $900,000)
- Memo on replacement coverage for the planned State Route monument
- Approval of minutes from Nov 22 & 26 2024 and July 11 2025
- Discussion of LTAC By‑Laws (memorandum from Prosecuting Attorney’s Office)
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COLLABORATIVE GROUP (ICG)
The Intergovernmental Collaborative Group will approve minutes from five previous meetings. The group will introduce the new Economic Development Council director and receive a program update. Members will discuss the 2026 work program, including the regular meeting schedule and rotating chair assignments. Agency representatives will provide jurisdiction updates.
- Approval of minutes from May 23, 2024; October 10, 2024; November 21, 2024; February 20, 2025; and May 12, 2025
- Introduction of the new Economic Development Council director and program update
- Discussion of ICG 2026 work program and strategic objectives, including meeting dates and rotating chairs
- Agency roundtable updates from City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Jefferson County PUD #1, and Port of Port Townsend
- Public comment periods (two slots: 10 minutes each)
The Intergovernmental Collaborative Group approved the minutes from meetings held on May 23, 2024; October 10, 2024; November 21, 2024; February 20, 2025; and May 12, 2025. Member Faber moved to approve, Member Thomas seconded, and the motion carried.
- Approved May 23, 2024; Oct 10, 2024; Nov 21, 2024; Feb 20, 2025; May 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE FUND (PIF)
The Public Infrastructure Fund (PIF) Board will meet to review recipient updates and funding plans. The board will also discuss the 2026 Request for Proposals (RFP) amount and the application to be issued in fall 2025.
- Potential action on Public Infrastructure Funds recipient updates and funding plans
- Discussion and potential action on the 2026 RFP amount
- Review and approval of the 2026 Request for Proposals (RFP) Application
The board approved the October 29, 2024 meeting minutes. It also recognized the need for a Quilcene water dispensary and asked the Port of Port Townsend to return with a detailed plan and funding options within three weeks. Both motions carried.
- Approved October 29, 2024 minutes (motion carried)
- Recognized need for Quilcene water dispensary; requested PUD to provide a plan in 3 weeks (motion carried)
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee approved the 2026 Request‑for‑Proposal packet after a vote of three members in favor, with one member absent. The committee also approved its draft bylaws and agreed to forward two member questions to the Board of County Commissioners. Finally, the committee reviewed and agreed on the proposed timeline and meeting schedule for 2026.
- Approved 2026 RFP packet (3 in favor, 0 against; 1 absent)
- Approved draft bylaws and submission of two questions to BOCC
- Agreed on LTAC timeline and meeting schedule for 2026
LODGING TAX ADVISORY COMMITTEE (LTAC)
The committee discussed the lodging‑tax funding timeline and edited the RFP document. The draft by‑laws were tabled for future work. Approval of the November 2024 minutes was postponed to a later meeting. No votes or formal approvals occurred.
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COLLABORATIVE GROUP (ICG)
The Port Townsend Public Utility District approved a $60 M four‑year work plan that includes new substations and reliability upgrades. ICG members agreed to allow public comments at both the start and end of future meetings. Clerk Carolyn Gallaway noted that the previous meeting minutes were lost and must be recreated.
- Approved $60 M four‑year PUD work plan (no vote tally provided)
- Concurred on allowing public comments at both start and end of ICG meetings (consensus)
- Noted minutes were lost and need recreation (recorded action, no vote)