HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026/05/11 - Briefing Packet MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONER BRIEFING INFORMATION
FOR THE WEEK OF
May 11, 2026
In the spirit of public information and inclusion, the attached is a draft of information for
Commissioner consideration and discussion at the above briefing.
This information is subject to change, additions and/or deletion, and is not all inclusive of
what will be presented to the Commissioners.
Please see draft briefing agenda for schedule.
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BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
DRAFT BRIEFING MEETING AGENDA
411 North Fifth Street, Shelton WA 98584
Week of May 11, 2026
Monday
Noon WA State Association of Counties Zoom Meeting*
Virtual Assembly
*This is being noticed as a Special Commission meeting because a quorum of the Mason County Commission may
attend this event and notification is provided per Mason County Code Chapter 2.88.020-Special Meetings.
Monday, May 11, 2026
Zoom link available on the Mason County website
Commission Chambers
Times are subject to change,depending on the amount of business presented
9:00 A.M. Closed Session—RCW 42.30.140(4)Labor Discussion
10:00 A.M. Executive Session—RCW 42.30.110(1)(c)Real Estate
10:15 A.M. Planning Advisory Commission Interview
10:20 A.M. Community Development—Kell Rowen
10:25 A.M. Superior Court—Paddy McGuire
10:30 A.M. Public Health—David Windom
10:35 A.M. Public Works—Loretta Swanson
Utilities&Waste Management
10:45 A.M. Support Services—Travis Adams
Commissioner Discussion—as needed
Commission meetings are live streamed at http://www.masonwebtv.com/and public comment is accepted
via email msmith(aiimasoncountywa• ogv;mail to Commissioners Office,411 N 5a'Street,Shelton,WA
98584;or phone at(360)427-9670 ext.419. If you need to listen to the Commission meeting via
telephone,please provide your telephone number to the Commissioners' office no later than 4:00 p.m.the
Friday before the meeting. If special accommodations are needed,contact the Commissioners'office at
Shelton(360)427-9670 ext.419
Briefing Agendas are subject to change,please contact the Commissioners' office for the most recent
version.
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Mason County Community Development
Briefing
May 11, 2026
Briefing Items
All staff meeting on Tuesday, June 2, 2026—Kell Rowen
Mason County Code Section 17.05.034 Granting of Variances Authorized Public Hearing—
Kell Rowen
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
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To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Kell Rowen,DCD Ext:286
Department: Community Development Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda: ❑
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): May 11,2026 Agenda Date(s): Click or tap here to enter text.
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(This is the responsibility of the requesting Department)
Item: All-Staff Meeting for DCD
Background/Executive Summary: The Department of Community Development requests office closure
for the day of Tuesday, June 2, 2026, for an All-Staff Training Day to be held at DCD.
Budget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):N/A
Public Outreach:Notice will be made on the website,office door and outgoing phone message.
Requested Action: Discussion and approval to close the Permit Assistance Center from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30
p.m. on June 2, 2026, for training purposes.
Attachment(s):None
Mason County
, Agenda Request Form
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To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Kell Rowen Ext:286
Department: Community Development Briefing:
Action Agenda: ❑
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): 3/23/2026,4/1/2026, 5/11/2026 Agenda Date(s): 4/14/2026
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources X❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(This is the responsibility of the requesting Department)
Item: Proposed amendments to Title 17 Zoning Code, Chapter 17.05,Section 17.05.034-Granting
of variances authorized.
Background/Executive Summary:Staff identified some internal workflow issues that need to be
worked out prior to adopting proposed amendments.
Budget Impact(amount,funding source, budget amendment, etc.): N/A
Public Outreach: N/A for now.
Requested Action:Cancel the public hearing for May 12, 2026, until a future date.
Attachment(s): None
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
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To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Paddy McGuire,Superior Court Administrator Ext:206
Department: Superior Court Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda: ❑
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): 05/11/2026 Agenda Date(s): Click or tap here to enter text.
Internal Review: ® Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item:
Superior Court Mid-Year Budget Briefing
Background/Executive Summary:
Early warning on several budget line items with uncontrollable costs:
1. Interpreters
2. Travel(for interpreters)
3. Jury Supplies
4. Jury Fees
5. Jury Meals
Main Courtroom JAVS Recording System Replacement:
The Superior Court renews its 2026 budget request to replace the Main Courtroom's JAVS recording
system,with an updated cost estimate of$90,000 (up from$85,000 last fall). System components are 13
years old, cannot be upgraded to the current software, and have already caused multiple court
cancellations due to failures.A complete system failure is a matter of when,not if, and emergency
replacement will cost significantly more than budgeting proactively. We urge the commission to approve
this request to ensure continuity of court operations and avoid a costlier crisis replacement.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
We are requesting$90,000 to replace the JAYS system in the main courtroom.
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Approve $90,000 for JAYS replacement from the Trial Court Improvement Fund.
Attachment(s):
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Public Health & Human Services
Briefing
May 11, 2026
Briefing Items
Department of Commerce Consolidated Homeless Grant (CHG) amendment—Melissa Casey
Discussion Items
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
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To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Melissa Casey Ext:404
Department: Public Health Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda: ❑x
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): 5/11/26 Agenda Date(s): 5/26/26
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item: Consolidated Homeless Grant Additional Funds
Background/Executive Summary:
The Department of Commerce has awarded additional funds for SFY26 and SFY27 to support existing
homeless response system programs. Funds are prioritized for homeless prevention and rapid rehousing
rental assistance.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
Additional funds from Department of Commerce Consolidated Homeless Grant: $65,198 for SFY26 and
$490,596 for SFY27
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Move amendment to 5/26/26 action agenda for approval
Attachment(s):
Commerce Contract 26-46108-20 Amendment A
Docusign Envelope ID: B59EF98D-EB38-41E4-BF83-AA47E237FB6A Ds
,- mendment 5AA
Washington Stale
Department of
V� Commerce
Contract Number:26-46108-20
Amendment:A
Washington State Department of Commerce
Housing Division
Homelessness Assistance Unit
Consolidated Homeless Grant(CHG)
1.Contractor 2.Contractor Doing Business As(optional)
Mason County Public Health&Human Services
415 N 6th Street
Shelton,WA 98584
3.Contractor Representative 4.COMMERCE Representative
Todd Parker Tia Stoner PO Box 42525
Community Health Specialist Contract Manager 1011 Plum St SE
(360)427-9670 x 293 360-725-5060 Olympia,WA 98504-2525
tparker@masoncountywa.gov Tia.Stoner@Commerce.wa.gov
5.Original Contract Amount 6.Amendment Amount 7.New Contract Amount
(and any previous amendments)
$7,453,546.00 $555,794.00 $8,009,340.00
8.Amendment Funding Source 9.Amendment Start Date 10.Amendment End Date
Federal: State:X Other: N/A: SFY 26 funds: February 1,2026 SFY 26 funds: June 30,2026
SFY 27 funds:July 1,2026 SFY 27 funds: June 30,2027
11.Federal Funds(as applicable): Federal Agency: CFDA Number:
N/A N/A N/A
12.Amendment Purpose:
• Adds SFY 26 and SFY 27 funds.
• Funds must be prioritized for existing programs.
• SFY 26 funds are available February 1,2026 and must be spent by June 30,2026.
• SFY 27 funds are available July 1,2026 and must be spent by June 30,2027.
COMMERCE,defined as the Department of Commerce, and the Contractor,as defined above,acknowledge and accept the terms
of this Contract As Amended and attachments and have executed this Contract Amendment on the date below to start as of the date
and year referenced above. The rights and obligations of both parties to this Contract As Amended are governed by this Contract
Amendment and the following other documents incorporated by reference: CHG Guidelines(as they may be revised from time to
time),and Contract Terms and Conditions including Attachment"B"—Budget.A copy of this Contract Amendment shall be
attached to and made a part of the original Contract between COMMERCE and the Contractor.Any reference in the original
Contract to the"Contract"shall mean the"Contract as Amended".
FOR GRANTEE FOR COMMERCE
Pat Tarzwell,County Commissioner Tedd Kelleher,Interim Assistant Director
Housing Division
Date Date
APPROVED AS TO FORM ONLY
BY ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL
APPROVAL ON FILE
Department of Commerce
Docusign Envelope ID: B59EF98D-EB38-41 E4-BF83-AA47E237FB6A
Amendment
This Contract is amended as follows:
Attachment B
Budget
Budget Categories Current Contract Amendment A New Total
Amount
(and any previous
amendments and
revisions)
Standard(SFY 2026 and 2027)
Standard Admin $229,147.00 $229,147.00
Standard Operations $194,916.00 $194,916.00
Homeless Prevention(SFY 2026 and 2027)
Homelessness Prevention Admin $314,634.00 $314,634.00
Homelessness Prevention Rent $821,241.00 $821,241.00
Homelessness Prevention Operations $625,960.00 $625,960.00
Emergency Housing(SFY 2026
Emergency Housing Admin 2026 $81,433.00 $81,433.00
Emergency Housing Rent 2026 $49,976.00 $49,976.00
Emergency Housing Facility Support 2026 $769,162.36 $769,162.36
Emergency Housing Operations 2026 $4,240.64 $4,240.64
Emergency Housing(SFY 2027
Emergency Housing Admin 2027 $131,409.00 $131,409.00
Emergency Housing Rent 2027 $0.00 $0.00
Emergency Housing Facility Support 2027 $773,403.00 $773,403.00
Emergency Housing Operations 2027 $0.00 $0.00
Inflation Increase
Inflation Increase 2026 $183,100.00 $183,100.00
Inflationary Increase 2027 $183,100.00 $183,100.00
Document Recording Fee(DRF)Backfill
DRF Backfill 2026 $424,582.00 $17,370.00 $441,952.00
DRF Backfill 2027 $0.00 $435,004.00 $435,004.00
HEN SFY 2026
HEN Admin 2026 $253,276.00 $253,276.00
HEN Rent/Facility Support 2026 $799,112.00 $47,828.00 $846,940.00
HEN Operations 2026 $281,233.00 $281,233.00
HEN SFY 2027
HEN Admin 2027 $200,000.00 $200,000.00
HEN Rent/Facility Support 2027 $883,621.00 $55,592.00 $939,213.00
HEN Operations 2027 $250,000.00 $250,000.00
TOTAL $7,453,546.00 $555,794.00 $8,009,340.00
ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THIS CONTRACT REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT
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MASON COUNTY PUBLIC WORKS
COMMISSIONER BRIEFING
May 11, 2026
Action Items:
■ Leak Credit code revision
Discussion Items:
• Budget amendment requests
o Paths and Trails—Request expenditure to reimburse Road Fund for the 2025 Shelton
Springs separated path expenditure
o Road Fund- Changing the revenue BARS for Lynch Cove culvert project(lumped in RAP
funds; move to project BARS line)
o Road Fund- Remove anticipated land sale revenue because it was received year end 2025.
o Beard's Cove Water—Increase revenue for Commerce grant award and increase ending
fund(the expenditure was already budgeted)
o Beard's Cove Water—Increase expenditure to replace pump in Well#5 and decrease ending
fund. The project was not completed as planned in 2025.
• Victor Pump Station Negotiation
Commissioner Follow-Up Items:
Upcoming Items:
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
Isa
To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Richard Dickinson,Deputy Director U&W Ext•652
Management and Stephanie Buhrman,Finance Manager
Department: Public Works Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda:
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): May 11,2026 Agenda Date(s): July 7,2026
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item: Mason County Code 13.34 DRAFT Revision—Water Leak Policy
Background/Executive Summary:
The Water Leak Credit Policy was adopted June 26, 2025,with the provision to annually review the
policy and make necessary adjustments. Commissioners requested an amendment granting greater
authority to the Director or Deputy Director of utilities and waste management to review and approve
water leak credits. A refund threshold of$1500 was suggested.
Under the current code, leaks more than 10,000 cubic feet require review and approval by the Board of
County Commissioners. Beard's Cove and Rustlewood have differing rates and tiers which means:
■ For Rustlewood- 10,000 CF is anything over$2,370.50.
■ For Beards Cove- 10,000 CF is anything over$ 799.37
Since the policy has been in effect, fourteen water leak credits have been granted and five of those were
over 10,000 cubic feet requiring Board approval. The five requiring Board approval were in Beards's
Cove. Two options are presented for Board consideration:
1. Increase the 10,000 CF threshold to 25,000:
■ For Rustlewood- 25,000 CF is anything over$6,120.50
■ For Beards Cove-25,000 CF is anything over$1,999.37
2. Increase the 10,000 CF threshold to 20,000:
■ For Rustlewood- 20,000 CF is anything over$4,870.50.
■ For Beards Cove-20,000 CF is anything over$1,599.37
Associated Costs/Budget Impact:
No budget impact aside from the time to prepare and present briefing and action agenda items.
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Request the Board of County Commissioners select the level of department authority to review and
approve leak credits.
Attachment(s):
Leak Credit History
Eligible for
additional
Leak Credit DISTRICT CF REFUND AMOUNT
Jul-28 BC 7800 $ 257.18
Jul-28 RSW 3800 $ 765.07
Aug-28 RSW 3300 $ 653.60
Aug-28 BC 21472 $ 881.87
Jul-28 BC 3600 $ 120.75
Sep-28 BC 29500 $ 1.198.20
Aug-28 RSW 7900 $ 1.961.46
Sep-28 RSW 1800 $ 456.65
Dec-28 BC 40300 S 1,619.87
Jan-29 BC 2200 $ 170.00
Dec-28 BC 12280 S 2,423.75
Mar-29 RSW 3000 S 785.00
Apr-29 RSW 2000 S 325.00
BC 16500 S 1.324.28
S 12,942.68
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Richard Dickinson, Deputy Director Utilities
and Waste Management Ext: 652
Department: Utilities & Waste Briefing: ☒
Action Agenda: ☐
Public Hearing: ☐
Special Meeting: ☐
Briefing Date(s): May 11, 2026, February 23, 2026 Agenda Date(s): March 3, 2026
Internal Review: ☐ Finance ☐ Human Resources ☐ Legal ☐ IT ☐ Risk ☐ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item: Victor Improvement Club and Mason County Lease Agreement
Background/Executive Summary:
Mason County leases land from the Victor Improvement Club (VIC) for the purpose of operating and
maintaining a sewer pump station. The Board recently authorized the execution of a lease extension
agreement with the Victor Improvement Club through June 23, 2026.
Staff recommend purchase if we can come to reasonable terms, as this would eliminate future uncertainty.
An administrative offer summary is being prepared to be presented to the VIC after completing a review
of recent comparable sales and receiving a title report. The assessed land value is presently $1.83 per
square foot. If the acquired area is approximately 9300 square feet, the price is about $17,000 (not taking
other factors not consideration). The completed AOS may yield a different $ per square foot.
The VIC is amenable to selling, lease/purchase, or short-term (5 year) lease. The VIC board offered a sale
price of $75,000 or lease at $5,000 per year for five years with an additional $50,000 to complete
purchase. They also propose Mason County pay for the power bill and 100% of the well costs.
Under the current lease, the county pays no rent or utilities (power), and the VIC is not charged a monthly
utility fee, nor has it paid the initial connection fee. Both parties are to equally share in any well costs
such as pump and pressure tank replacement.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact:
A budget amendment will be needed to reflect which course of action is taken. Funds would likely be
moved from fund balance.
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Request the Board provide guidance on lease and purchase options.
Attachment(s):
Mason County Administrator
411 N 5th Street
Shelton, WA 98584
(360) 427-9670 ext. 419
Mason County Commissioner
Briefing Items from County Administrator
Support Services
May 11, 2026
Specific Items for Review
→ Letter of Support for Great Peninsula Conservancy – McKenzie Smith
→ 2025 Oath of Inventory
→ Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – Jennifer Beierle
→ 2026 Budget amendment requests – Jennifer Beierle
→ Draft 2027 Mason County Preliminary Budget Guidelines – Jennifer Beierle
→ Port of Shelton .09 Fund request – Travis Adams
Administrator Updates
Commissioner Discussion
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
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To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: McKenzie Smith Ext: 589
Department: Support Services Briefing:
Action Agenda:
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): May 11,2026 Agenda Date(s): May 26,2026
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item:
Letter of Support for Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program(WWRP) Grant Application(Potlatch
Tree Farm Protection Project)No.26-1697
Background/Executive Summary:
Great Peninsula Conservancy is seeking funding through the Washington Wildlife and Recreation
Program(WWRP)to acquire a permanent conservation easement on approximately 459 acres of privately
owned forestland located approximately one mile south of the community of Hoodsport along Highway
101 in Mason County.
The property, a family-owned tree farm,has been actively managed as a working forest for more than 80
years and includes mixed species and mixed-aged stands. The proposed conservation easement would
protect the property from development, subdivision, and other non-compatible uses while maintaining its
long-term viability for timber production and sustainable forest management.
The project is intended to provide multiple public benefits, including preservation of working forestland,
protection of wildlife habitat, continued support of the local natural resource-based economy,and
conservation of scenic views along a highly traveled corridor adjacent to Hood Canal.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
N/A
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Approval of the letter of support for the Great Peninsula Conservancy's Washington Wildlife and
Recreation Program(WWRP)grant application for the Potlatch Tree Farm Protection Project.
Attachment(s):
Letter of Support
Great Peninsula Conservancy Letter
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May 26,2026
Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office
Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program
7854 PO Box 40917
Olympia,WA 98504
MASON COUNTY
BOARD Re: Great Peninsula Conservancy's RCO Grant Application No.26-1697
OF
COMMISSIONERS Dear WWRP Grant Review Committee,
The Mason County Board of County Commissioners is pleased to offer its strong support for the
1ST District Great Peninsula Conservancy's application to the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program
RANDY NEATHERLIN (WWRP)for funding to acquire a permanent conservation easement on approximately 459 acres of
working forestland located just south of the community of Hoodsport along Highway 101.
2nd District This project represents a meaningful opportunity to conserve a significant expanse of productive
PAT TARZWELL forestland that has been actively and responsibly managed by a local family for more than 80 years.
The proposed conservation easement will ensure the long-term protection of this property from
3rd District subdivision, development, and other non-compatible uses, while maintaining its viability as a
SHARON TRASK working forest that contributes to Mason County's natural resource-based economy.
The Commission recognizes the multiple public benefits associated with this project.Protection of
this landscape will support sustained timber production and local economic activity, preserve
Mason County Building 1 important wildlife habitat, and maintain the ecological integrity of forest resources along the Hood
Canal corridor.In addition,conserving this property will help retain the scenic character of a highly
traveled segment of Highway 101,which is valued by both residents and visitors.
411 North Fifth Street
Projects such as this reflect a balanced approach to land stewardship—one that honors the region's
Shelton,WA 98584-3400 forestry heritage while advancing long-term conservation and community objectives. The
willingness of the landowners to participate in this effort further underscores the strength of this
(360)427-9670 ext.419 proposal and its alignment with local values.
Fax(360)427-8437 For these reasons,Mason County strongly supports the Great Peninsula Conservancy's request for
WWRP funding. We respectfully encourage the Recreation and Conservation Office to give this
project full and favorable consideration.
Sincerely,
Pat Tarzwell, Randy Neatherlin, Sharon Trask,
Chair Vice-Chair Commissioner
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W Great Bremerton,WA 98312
Peninsula info@greatpeninsula.org
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April 29, 2026
County Commissioner Sharon Trask
411 North 5th Street
Shelton, WA, 98584
Subject: Notice of Property Acquisition in Mason County
RCO Grant Application #26-1697
Honorable Sharon Trask,
I am writing to inform you that Great Peninsula Conservancy is applying for a grant through the
Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP)to acquire a conservation easement located just
south of the community of Hoodsport, Mason County. If awarded, this grant funding would allow
acquisition from willing landowners of an approximately 459-acre conservation easement on a family-
owned tree farm along Highway 101. This acquisition is intended to provide community benefit through
conserving forestland for timber production and natural resource protection.
State law, Revised Code of Washington 79A.15.110, requires that we notify the local legislative body of
our intent to apply for a state grant to acquire real property from the WWRP, administered by the
Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO). This letter is your notification. The law states that the local
legislative authority may, at its discretion, submit a letter to the RCO identifying its position with about the
acquisition project. Any letters received will be made available to the governor and the state Legislature
when the prioritized project list is submitted as part of the RCO's capital budget request.
The law also states that we must"confer"with local officials on this acquisition. And to meet grant
program deadlines, we must complete this before July 15, 2026. Please let me know who the appropriate
contact(s) is/are so we may begin discussions.
Enclosed is the application project description, location map, and parcel map of the proposed project.
Please let me know if you have any questions or need additional information about this acquisition
proposal. I can be reached at(360)373-3500 ext. 103 or at ali@greatpeninsula.org.
Sincerely,
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Ali Querin
Senior Conservation Project Manager
►*A 6536 Kitsap Way
G reat Bremerton,WA 98312
Peninsula info@greatpeninsula.org
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' Conservancy greatpeninsula.org
For reference:
Revised Code of Washington 79A.15.110
Review of proposed project application.
State or local agencies or nonprofit nature conservancies shall review the proposed project
application and confer with the county or city with jurisdiction over the project area prior to
applying for funds for the acquisition of property under this chapter. The appropriate county or
city legislative authority may, at its discretion, submit a letter to the board identifying the
authority's position with regard to the acquisition project. The board shall make the letters
received under this section available to the governor and the legislature when the prioritized
project list is submitted under this chapter.
Revised Code of Washington 79A.15.010
"Confer" means a dialogue between project sponsors and local county and city officials with the
purpose of early review of potential projects. The dialogue may include any matter relevant to a
particular project, which may include but need not be limited to: Project purpose and scope;
project elements; estimated project cost; costs and benefits to the community; plans for project
management and maintenance; and public access.
Project Description:
Great Peninsula Conservancy seeks to acquire a permanent conservation easement to protect
459 acres of forestland along Hood Canal in Mason County, approximately one mile south of
the community of Hoodsport. The Potlach Tree Farm Protection project will protect productive
forestland, including mixed species and mixed aged stands, by protecting the property from
development, subdivision, and non-compatible uses. This property has been actively managed
as a working forest for more than 80 years by the current landowning family, with multiple
generations providing timber and other forest products for local mills and communities, while
prioritizing forest health and ecosystem benefits. This project aims to protect the property from
conversion to development in order to protect sustained forest products, local economic impact,
wildlife habitat, and visual impacts to a popular travel corridor along Highway 101.
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Mason County
Agenda Request Form
To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: McKenzie Smith Ext: 589
Department: Support Services Briefing: ☒
Action Agenda: ☒
Public Hearing: ☐
Special Meeting: ☐
Briefing Date(s): May 11, 2026 Agenda Date(s): May 26, 2026
Internal Review: ☐ Finance ☐ Human Resources ☐ Legal ☐ IT ☐ Risk ☐ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item:
2025 Oath of Inventory
Background/Executive Summary:
Per RCW 36.32.210, each Board of County Commissioners shall file with the Auditor a full and complete
inventory of all capital assets. The Oath of Inventory includes equipment that costs $5,000 or more and
other capital assets.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact (amount, funding source, budget amendment, etc.):
N/A
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Approval of the 2025 Oath of Inventory.
Attachment(s):
Oath of Inventory
MASON COUNTY
OATH OF INVENTORY
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2025
of all capitalized machinery and equipment and capital assets for
Information Technology Fund (#500)
Reserve for Tech Fund (#119)
Road - Construction in Progress
ER&R Buildings (#501)
*Source: Auditor's Report
See attachment A
Randy Neatherlin, Vice-Chair
swear that this is the full and complete inventory, to the best of our knowledge,
Mason County Code, we, the Commissioners of Mason County, do solemnly
Capital Assets*:
Buildings with Improvements 34,317,180.36$
Land 7,520,428.85$
Other Improvements - Land
1,032,935.23$
Road Infrastructure 197,321,634.38$
2,250,662.22$
Mason County as of December 31, 2025.
595,547.67$
Construction in Progress
9,027,816.46$
5,980,508.07$
LandFill/Transfer Stations (#402)2,289,089.00$
North Bay/Case Inlet Sewer Utility (#403)23,532,155.00$
Road - Bridges
3,084,704.00$ Rustlewood Sewer & Water (#411)
18,561,319.95$
1,020,887.30$
880,980.06$
574,154.58$
276,591.06$
Equipment Rental & Revolving Fund (#501)* 16,056,700.15$
County Road
Public Health Fund
Support Services Department and Public Works Department.
Current Expense & Sheriff Special Funds
As required by RCW 36.32.210, and in compliance with Chapter 3.56 of the
Supporting documentation for this inventory is on file in the Mason County
Total Machinery and Equipment
Public Works Road Land 3,766,357.34$
$24,516,436.76
2025 Oath of Inventory
Sharon Trask, Commissioner
BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Pat Tarzwell, Chair
Beard's Cove Water (#412)
Belfair WW & Water Reclamation (#413)
416,378.00$
50,139,142.00$
Subscribed and sworn this date:
J:\Capital Assets\2025 Equipment Lists\2024 Oath and Att A 1 of 1
Department/Fund
Inventory Balance
As of 12/31/2025
Assessor -
Auditor Recording 63,191.61
Facilities & Grounds 215,417.59
Clerk 88,359.98
Central Operations -
Coroner 104,968.14
District Court 7,702.67
Emergency Management 79,774.00
Public Defense -
Juvenile Facility 69,379.92
Parks 614,751.77
Prosecuting Attorney 5,561.74
Sheriff 2,159,706.73
K9 Sheriff 26,100.00
Superior Court 45,398.51
Treasurer 127,150.46
Motor Pool Vehicle & Equipment 2,373,044.95
Total Current Expense Fund, Sheriff
Special Funds $5,980,508.07
Information Technology Fund (#500) 1,032,935.23
Reserve for Tech Fund (#119) note: in 2020 Fund
119 merged with Fund 500 595,547.67
County Road Fund 574,154.58
Public Health Fund 276,591.06
ER&R Fund 16,056,700.15
Total Other Funds: $18,535,928.69
Total Machinery & Equipment
Inventory as of 12/31/25 24,516,436.76$
Attachment A
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
issa
To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Jennifer Beierle Ext: 532
Department: Central Services Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda:
Public Hearing: ❑X
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): 05/11/26 Agenda Date(s): 05/26/26
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(This is the responsibility of the requesting Department)
Item:
Approval to set a public hearing on Tuesday,June 23,2026 at 9:15 a.m. to inform citizens of the
availability of funds and eligible uses of the state Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) and
receive comments on proposed activities specifically funding the Community Action Council of Lewis,
Mason, and Thurston Counties(CAC), as well as receive comments on the 2025-2026 program.
Background/Executive Summary:
Mason County coordinates with the CAC on an annual basis to apply for,receive, and provide
services through a PS-CDBG grant administered by the Washington State Department of Commerce
(DOC).
For the 2026 program year(July 2026 -June 2027),up to $103,000.00 is proposed to be available
to Mason County and CAC-Mason, Lewis Counties to fund public services that principally benefit low-
and moderate-income persons. For the 2025 program years,Mason County and CAC-Mason,Lewis
Counties received$105,000.00.
As a part of the PS-CDBG application process,applicants are required to solicit public input on
the proposed activities and services to be provided as well as receive comments on current programming.
This citizen input is to be solicited at a published Public Hearing.
Budget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
This project is fully funded by the CDBG grant.
Public Outreach:
Notice of public hearing posted in newspaper; information regarding eligible activities and grant
amounts posted on Mason County website.
Requested Action:
Approval to set a public hearing on Tuesday,June 23,2026 at 9:15 a.m. to inform citizens of the
availability of funds and eligible uses of the state Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) and
receive comments on proposed activities specifically funding the Community Action Council of Lewis,
Mason, and Thurston Counties(CAC), as well as receive comments on the 2025-2026 program.
Attachment(s)
Eligible CDBG Public Service Activities
2026/2027 Proposed CDBG Public Service Grant Amounts
CDBG Fact Sheet
Public Hearing Notice
Summary of Eligible Activities
Public Facilities—Activities to design, construct, or reconstruct water and sewer systems, flood
and drainage facilities, solid waste disposal facilities, streets and sidewalks, and other public
facilities.
Special assessments for low- and moderate-income homeowners are eligible if the
improvements meet CDBG requirements, such as Labor Standards and Environmental Review.
For purposes of the CDBG program, "special assessment" is defined as the recovery of the
capital costs of a completed public improvement through:
1) a fee or charge levied or filed as a lien against a parcel of real estate as a direct result of a
benefit derived from the installation of a public improvement; or
2) a one-time charge made as a condition of access to the improved public system.
Low- and moderate-income property owners cannot be assessed or charged a fee to recover
the capital costs of any CDBG-funded public facility.
Community Facilities—Acquisition, design, construction, or reconstruction of community
facilities to serve lower income communities or lower income youth, elderly, or other lower
income groups with special needs. This includes shelters and transitional housing facilities. It
also includes acquisition, design, construction, or rehabilitation of fire protection facilities, and
purchase of fire protection equipment. Community facility projects must provide the intended
benefit for at least 10 years.
Economic Development—Construction or reconstruction of public infrastructure or facilities in
support of private for-profit entities when the project will create or retain full-time equivalent
(FTE), permanent jobs primarily for low- and moderate-income persons. Local microenterprise
assistance programs offering direct loans and technical assistance/training to commercial
enterprises with 5 or fewer employees, when at least one is the enterprise owner. Downtown
revitalization activities, including infrastructure improvements, facade rehabilitation, and
correction of code violations. Capitalizing a local economic development revolving loan fund for
eligible private for-profit entities to create or retain FTE permanent jobs primarily for low- and
moderate-income persons, or when the business provides essential services to residents of a
low- and moderate-income residential area. Limited assistance to private for-profit entities such
as loans, loan guarantees, interest supplements, and interim financing/float loans to create or
retain FTE, permanent jobs primarily for low- and moderate-income persons. The need for
public funds to benefit private for-profit entities must clearly balance the extent of public benefit
received.
Housing Rehabilitation —Activities to rehabilitate public or privately-owned, single- or multi-
family housing units, commercial buildings and other non-residential structures. Substantial
housing rehabilitation, lead-based paint mitigation, minor home repairs, energy conservation
improvements and removal of architectural barriers are eligible rehabilitation activities. Also
eligible is the cost of connecting residential structures to available water and sewer lines.
Rehabilitation assistance may be provided in the form of grants, loans, loan guarantees or
interest supplements. Housing rehabilitation grants are limited to $500,000 each. CDBG funds
available for general administration and housing rehabilitation administration costs are generally
limited to 25 percent of the CDBG award.
Comprehensive -A comprehensive project includes activities listed in at least two of the other
categories. For example, neighborhood revitalization by improving streets, sewer, water, and
housing rehabilitation, is considered comprehensive. These activities must be related and
coordinated to achieve more results than would be possible when addressed individually.
2019 CDBG General Purpose Grant Application Handbook 1 March 2019
Other Eligible Activities -The following activities are eligible, and depending on the context,
may qualify as elements of any of the above project categories:
■ Local Match - For the non-federal share required by other federal or state grant programs
used to support CDBG-eligible activities.
■ Relocation - Relocation payments and assistance to permanently or temporarily displaced
individuals, families, or businesses. All CDBG proposals that may cause displacement must
include relocation assistance in the project plan and budget.
TITLE 1 OF THE HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 1974
This Act is the congressionally adopted statute from which most of the CDBG Program
regulations are developed. Section 105(a) identifies eligible activities and is reproduced, in its
entirety, below:
Eligible Activities - Section 105 (a) Activities assisted under this title may include
only:
(1) the acquisition of real property (including air rights, water rights, and other interests therein)
which is (A) blighted, deteriorated, deteriorating, undeveloped, or inappropriately developed
from the standpoint of sound community development and growth; (B) appropriate for
rehabilitation or conservation activities; (C) appropriate for the preservation or restoration of
historical sites, the beautification of urban land, the conservation of open spaces, natural
resources, and scenic areas, the provision of recreational opportunities, or the guidance of
urban development; (D) to be used for the provision of public works, facilities, and
improvements eligible for assistance under this title; or(E) to be used for other public purposes.
(2) the acquisition, construction, reconstruction, or installation (including design features and
improvements with respect to such construction, reconstruction, or installation that promote
energy efficiency) of public works, facilities (except for buildings for the general conduct of
government), and site or other improvements.
(3) code enforcement in deteriorated or deteriorating areas in which such enforcement, together
with public or private improvements or services to be provided, may be expected to arrest the
decline of the area.
(4) clearance, demolition, removal, and rehabilitation (including rehabilitation which promotes
energy efficiency) of buildings and improvements (including interim assistance, and financing
public or private acquisition for rehabilitation, and rehabilitation of privately owned properties
and including the renovation of closed school buildings).
(5) special projects directed to the removal of material and architectural barriers which restrict
the mobility and accessibility of elderly and handicapped persons.
(6) payments to housing owners for losses of rental income incurred in holding for temporary
periods housing units to be utilized for the relocation of individuals and families displaced by
activities under this title.
(7) disposition (through sale, lease, donation or otherwise) of any real property acquired
pursuant to this title or its retention for public purposes.
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(8) provisions of public services, including but not limited to those concerned with employment,
crime prevention, child care, health, drug abuse, education, energy conservation, welfare or
recreation needs, if such services have not been provided by the unit of general local
government (through funds raised by the said unit, or received by such unit from the state in
which it is located) during any part of the twelve-month period immediately preceding the date of
submission of the statement with respect to which funds are to be made available under this
title, and which are to be used for such services, unless the Secretary finds that the
discontinuation of such services was the result of events not within the control of the unit of
general local government, except that not more than 15 percent of the amount of any assistance
to a unit of general local government under this title may be used for activities under this
paragraph unless such unit of general local government used more than 15 percent of the
assistance received under this title for fiscal year 1982 or fiscal year 1983 for such activities
(excluding any assistance received pursuant to Public Law 98-8), in which case such unit of
general local government may use not more than the percentage or amount of such assistance
used for such activities for such fiscal year, whichever method of calculation yields the higher
amount.
(9) payment of the non-federal share required in connection with a federal grant-in-aid program
undertaken as part of activities assisted under this title.
(10) payment of the cost of completing a project funded under Title I of the Housing Act of 1949.
(11) relocation payments and assistance for displaced individuals, families, businesses,
organizations, and farm operations, when determined by the grantee to be appropriate.
(12) activities necessary (A) to develop a comprehensive community development plan, and (B)
to develop a policy-planning-management capacity so that the recipient of assistance under this
title may more rationally and effectively (i) determine its needs, (ii) set long-term goals and
short-term objectives, (iii) devise programs and activities to meet these goals and objectives, (iv)
evaluate the progress of such programs in accomplishing these goals and objectives, and (v)
carry out management, coordination, and monitoring of activities necessary for effective
planning implementation.
(13) payment of reasonable administrative costs related to establishing and administering
federally approved enterprise zones and payment of reasonable administrative costs and
carrying charges related to the planning and execution of community development and housing
activities, including the provision of information and resources to residents of areas in which
community development and housing activities are to be concentrated with respect to the
planning and execution of such activities, and including the carrying out of activities as
described in section 701(e) of the Housing Act of 1954 on the date prior to the date of
enactment of the Housing and Community Development Amendments of 1981.
(14) provision of assistance including loans (both interim and long term) and grants for activities
which are carried out by public or private nonprofit entities, including (A) acquisition of real
property. (B) acquisition, construction, reconstruction, rehabilitation, or installation of(i) public
facilities (except for buildings for the general conduct of government), site improvements, and
utilities, and (ii) commercial or industrial buildings or structures and other commercial or
industrial real property improvements; and (iii) planning.
(15) assistance to neighborhood-based nonprofit organizations, local development corporation,
nonprofit organizations serving the development needs of the communities or non-entitlement
areas, or entities organized under section 301(d) of the Small Business Investment Act of 1958
to carry out a neighborhood revitalization or community economic development or energy
conservation project in furtherance of the objectives of Section 101(c), and assistance to
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neighborhood-based nonprofit organizations, for the purpose of assisting, as part of
neighborhood revitalization or other community development, the development of shared
housing opportunities (other than by construction of new facilities) in which elderly families (as
defined in Section 3(b)(3) of the United States Housing Act of 1937) benefit as a result of living
in a dwelling in which the facilities are shared with others in a manner that effectively and
efficiently meets the housing needs of the residents and thereby reduces their cost of housing.
(16) activities necessary to the development of energy use strategies related to recipient's
development goals, to assure that those goals are achieved with maximum energy efficiency,
including items such as:
(A) an analysis of the manner in, and the extent to which energy conservation objectives will
be integrated into local government operation, purchasing and service delivery, capital
improvements budgeting, waste management, district heating and cooling, land use
planning and zoning, and traffic control, parking, and public transportation functions.
(B) a statement of the action the recipient will take to foster energy conservation and the use
of renewable energy resources in private sector, including the enactment and enforcement
of local codes and ordinances to encourage or mandate energy conservation or use of
renewable energy resources, financial and other assistance to be provided (principally for
the benefit of low- and moderate-income persons) to make energy conserving
improvements to residential structures, and any other proposed energy conservation
activities.
(17) provisions of assistance to private, for-profit entities, when the assistance is necessary or
appropriate to carry out an economic development project.
(18)the rehabilitation or development of housing assisted under Section 17 of the United States
Housing Act of 1937.
(19) provision of assistance to facilitate substantial reconstruction of housing owned and
occupied by low-income persons (A) where the need for reconstruction was not determinable
until after rehabilitation under this section had already commenced, or(B)where the
reconstruction is part of a neighborhood rehabilitation effort and the grantee (i) determines the
housing is not suitable for rehabilitation, and (ii) demonstrates to the satisfaction of the
Secretary that the cost of substantial reconstruction is significantly less than the cost of new
construction and less than the fair market value of the property after substantial reconstruction.
(20) provision of technical assistance to public or nonprofit entities to increase the capacity of
such entities to carry out eligible neighborhood revitalization or economic development
activities, which assistance shall not be considered a planning cost as defined paragraph (12) or
administrative cost as defined in paragraph (13).
(21) housing services, such as housing counseling, energy auditing, preparation of work
specification, loan processing, inspections, tenant selection, management of tenant-based
rental assistance, and other services related to assisting owners, tenants, contractors, and other
entities, participating or seeking to participate in housing activities authorized under this section,
or under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act, except that activities
under this paragraph shall be subject to any limitation on administrative expenses imposed by
any law.
(22) provision of assistance by recipients under this title to institutions of higher education
having a demonstrated capacity to carry out eligible activities under this subsection for carrying
out such activities.
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(23) provision of assistance to public and private organizations, agencies, and other entities
(including nonprofit and for-profit entities) to enable such entities to facilitate economic
development by:
(A) providing credit (including providing direct loans and loan guarantees, establishing peer
lending programs) for the establishment, stabilization, and expansion of microenterprises.
(B) providing technical assistance, advice, and business support services (including
assistance, advice, and support relating to developing business plans, securing funding,
conducting marketing, and otherwise engaging in microenterprise activities) to owners of
microenterprises and persons developing microenterprises.
(C) providing general support (such as peer support programs and counseling) to owners of
microenterprises and persons developing microenterprises.
(24) activities necessary to make essential repairs and to pay operating expenses necessary to
maintain the habitability of housing units acquired through tax foreclosure proceedings in order
to prevent abandonment and deterioration of such housing in primarily low-income
neighborhoods.
(25) provision of direct assistance to facilitate and expand home ownership among persons of
low-income (except that such assistance shall not be considered a public service for purpose of
paragraph (8)) by using such assistance to:
(A) subsidize interest rates and mortgage principal amounts for low-income home buyers.
(B) finance the acquisition by low-income home buyers of housing that is occupied by the
home buyers.
(C) acquire guarantees for mortgage financing obtained by low-income home buyers from
private lenders (except that amounts received under this title may not be used under this
subparagraph to directly guarantee such mortgage financing and grantees under this title
may not directly provide such guarantees).
(D) provide up to 50 percent of any down payment required from low-income home buyer.
(E) pay reasonable closing costs (normally associated with the purchase of a home)
incurred by low-income home buyer.
(b) Upon the request of the recipient of assistance under this title, the Secretary may agree
to perform administrative services on a reimbursable basis on behalf of such recipient in
connection with loans or grants for the rehabilitation of properties as authorized under
subsection (a)(4).
(c)(1) In any case in which an assisted activity described in paragraph (14) or (17) of
subsection (a) is identified as principally benefiting persons of low-income, such activity
shall:
(A) be carried out in a neighborhood consisting predominately of person of low-income and
provide services for such person.
(B) involve facilities designed for use predominately by person of low-income.
(C) involve employment of persons, a majority of whom are persons of low-income.
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(2)(A) In any case in which an assisted activity described in subsection (a) is designed to
serve an area generally and is clearly designed to meet identified needs of persons of low-
income in such area, such activity shall be considered to principally benefit persons of low
income if(i) not less than 51 percent of the residents of such area are persons of low-
income; (ii) in any metropolitan city or urban county, the area served by such activity is
within the highest quartile of all areas within the jurisdiction of such city or county in terms of
the degree of concentration of persons of low-income; or(iii) the assistance for such activity
is limited to paying assessments (including any charge made as a condition of obtaining
access) levied against properties owned and occupied by persons of low-income to recover
the capital cost for a public improvement.
(B) The requirements of subparagraph (A) do not prevent the use of assistance under this
title for the development, establishment, and operation for not to exceed 2 years after its
establishment of a uniform emergency telephone number system if the Secretary
determines that.
(i) such system will contribute substantially to the safety of the residents of the area served
by such system.
(ii) not less than 51 percent of the use of the system will be by persons of low-income.
(iii) other federal funds received by the grantee are not available for the development,
establishment, and operation of such system due to the insufficiency of the amount of such
funds, the restrictions on the use of such funds, or the prior commitment of such funds for
other purposes by the grantee. The percentage of the cost of the development,
establishment, and operation of such a system that may be paid from assistance under this
title and that is considered to benefit low-income persons is the percentage of the population
to be served that is made up of persons of low-income.
(3) Any assisted activity under this title that involves the acquisition or rehabilitation of
property to provide housing shall be considered to benefit persons of low-income only to the
extent such housing will, upon completion, be occupied by such persons.
Ineligible Activities
Although ineligible activities are not specifically identified in the Act, the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR's), developed from the Act, provide guidance. According to 24 CFR
570.207, the general rule is that any activity that is not authorized under the provisions of
570.201 - 570.206 of this Subpart is ineligible to be carried out with CDBG funds. This
section identifies three specific activities that are ineligible and provides guidance thought to
be necessary in determining the eligibility of several other activities frequently associated
with housing and community development.
(A) the following activities may not be carried out using CDBG funds:
(1) Buildings or portions thereof used predominantly for the general conduct of government
cannot be assisted with CDBG funds. Such buildings include, but are not limited to: city
halls and other headquarters of government where governing body of the recipient meets
regularly, courthouses, and other state or local government office buildings. This does not
exclude, however, the removal of architectural barriers under Subpart 570.201(k) and
historic preservation under 570.202(d) involving any such building. Also, where acquisition
of real property includes an existing improvement which is to be utilized in the provision of a
building or facility for the general conduct of government, the portion of the acquisition cost
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attributable to the land is eligible provided such acquisition meets a national objective,
(570.208).
(2) General government expenses. Except as otherwise specifically authorized in this
Subpart or under 2 CFR 200, expenses required to carry out the regular responsibilities of
the unit of general local government are not eligible for assistance under this Part.
(3) Political activities. CDBG funds shall not be used to finance the use of facilities or
equipment for political purposes or to engage in other partisan political activities, such as
candidate forums, voter transportation, or voter registration. However, a facility originally
financed in whole or in part with CDBG funds may be used on an incidental basis to hold
political meetings, candidate forums, or voter registration campaigns, provided that all
parties and organizations have access to the facility on an equal basis, and are assessed
equal rent or use charges, if any.
(B) The following activities may not be carried out with CDBG funds unless authorized under
provisions of 570.203 or as otherwise specifically noted herein, or when carried out by a
subrecipient under the provisions of 570.204.
(1) Purchase of equipment. The purchase of equipment with CDBG funds is generally
ineligible.
(i) Construction equipment. The purchase of construction equipment is ineligible, but
compensation for the use of such equipment through leasing, depreciation, or use
allowances pursuant to 200 as applicable for an otherwise eligible activity is an eligible use
of CDBG funds. However, the purchase of construction equipment for use as part of a solid
waste disposal facility is eligible under Subpart 570.201(c),
(ii) Fire protection equipment. Fire protection equipment is considered for this purpose to be
an integral part of a fire protection facility and thus, purchase of such equipment would be
eligible under 570.201(c).
(iii) Furnishings and personal property. The purchase of equipment, fixtures, motor vehicles,
furnishings, or other property which is not an integral structural fixture is generally ineligible.
CDBG funds may be used, however, to purchase, or to pay depreciation or use allowances
(in accordance with 2 CFR 200, as applicable), for such items when necessary for use by a
recipient or its subrecipients in the administration of activities assisted with CDBG funds, or
when eligible as firefighting equipment, or as a public service pursuant to Subpart
570.201(e).
(2) Operating and maintenance expenses. The general rule is that any expense associated
with repairing, operating or maintaining public facilities and services is ineligible. Specific
exceptions to this general rule are operating and maintenance expenses associated with
public service activities, interim assistance and office space for program staff employed in
carrying out the CDBG program. For example, where a public service is being assisted with
CDBG funds, the cost of operating and maintaining that portion of the facility in which the
service is located is eligible as part of the public service. Examples of ineligible operating
and maintenance expenses are:
(i) Maintenance and repair of streets, parks, playgrounds, water and sewer facilities,
neighborhood facilities, senior centers, centers for the handicapped, parking and similar
public facilities. Examples of maintenance and repair activities for which CDBG funds may
not be used include the filling of pot holes in streets, repairing cracks in sidewalks, the
mowing of recreational areas, and the replacement of expended street light bulbs.
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(ii) Payment of salaries for staff, utility costs and similar expenses necessary for the
operation of public works and facilities.
(3) New housing construction. Assistance may not be used for the construction of new
permanent residential structures or for any program to subsidize or finance such new
construction, except:
(i)As provided under the last resort housing provisions set forth in 49 CFR Part 24.
(ii)As authorized under 570.201(m).
(iii)When carried out by a subrecipient pursuant to 570.204(a).
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2026 Community Development Block Grant
PUBLIC SERVICES GRANT AMOUNTS
COUNTY SUBRECIPIENT-SERVICE PROVIDER SERVICE AREA GRANT TOTAL
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY (including county admin)
Asotin Community Action Partnership Asotin $41,000
Benton Benton Franklin Benton, Franklin $67,000
Community Action Connections
Chelan Chelan-Douglas Chelan, Douglas $58,000
Community Action Council
Cowlitz Lower Columbia Cowlitz, Wahkiakum $68,000
Community Action Council
Grant Opportunities Industrialization Center Grant, Adams $135,000
Grays Harbor Coastal Community Action Program Grays Harbor, Pacific $109,000
Jefferson Olympic Community Action Programs Jefferson, Clallam $101,000
Kittitas HopeSource Kittitas $81,000
Klickitat Washington Gorge Action Programs Klickitat, Skamania $69,000
Mason Community Action Council Mason, Lewis $103,000
of Lewis, Mason and Thurston Counties
Okanogan Okanogan County Community Action Council Okanogan $88,000
Skagit Community Action of Skagit County Skagit $65,000
Stevens Rural Resources Community Action Stevens, Lincoln, $88,000
Ferry, Pend Oreille
Walla Walla Blue Mountain Action Council Walla Walla, $45,000
Columbia, Garfield,
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Whatcom Opportunity Council $133,000
Island, San Juan,
Whitman Community Action Center Whitman $97,000
Yakima Northwest Community Action Center Yakima $152,000
TOTAL $1,500,000
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RURAL COMMUNITY GRANTS FOR ACTIVITIES THAT BENEFIT LOW-AND MODERATE-INCOME PERSONS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
General Purpose Grants - $11 ,500,000 Jon Galow
PROGRAM MANAGER
For planning or construction of public infrastructure, community
facilities, affordable housing, and economic development projects. Local Government Division
Competitive. Maximum grant up to $1,000,000 based on project ion.galow@commerce.wa.gov
type. Application materials available in March and due in June. Phone: 509.847.5021
www.commerce.wa.gov/CDBG
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Public Services Grants - $1 ,500,000 `
For 17 counties and community action agencies to fund services for
lower income persons. Allocated by a formula based on population 00
and poverty. Application materials available in February and due in °°° ° ° °° °'
April.
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National Objectives 0 - ® ° - °
Funded by the US Department of Housing &Urban Development,
CDBG activities must meet one of these national objectives: ®® ° ® ° • ®
o Principally benefits low-and moderate-income (LMI) persons ® . ® . : °
o Aids in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight - • • - • • •
o Addresses imminent threat to public health or safety
Funding is contingent on HUD approval of the state CDBG Action COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Plan. BLOCK GRANT(CDBG)
February 2022
PUBLIC HEARING HANDOUT
Reuisitos de Participacion Ciudadana Federal
Para Solicitantes del Gobierno Local al Programa de CDBG
Regulacion Federal 24 CFR 570.486(a)
(a) Requisitos de participacion ciudadana de una unidad general del gobierno local. Cada unidad general del
gobierno local, debe cumplir los siguientes requisitos como es solicitado por el estado, en el Sec.
91.115(e) de este articulo.
(1) Contribuir y motivar a Ia participacion ciudadana, particularmente en personas de recursos bajos y
moderardos quienes residen en condiciones precarias o areas insalubres y areas donde el
Programa de CDBG tiene como objetivo apoyar con financiamiento;
(2) Asegurar que los ciudadanos tengan acceso oportuno y suficiente a reuniones locales,
informacion y estadisticas relacionadas a la unidad de gobierno local que ha sido propuesta o que
utiliza los fondos de financiamiento del programa de CDBG;
(3) Proveer informacion a los ciudadanos, incluyendo:
i. La cantidad de financiamientos del de CDBG que se espera sea otorgada en el ano fiscal en
curso (incluyendo las subvenciones y los ingresos anticipados del programa):
ii. El tipo de actividades probables a Ilevarse a cabo con el financiamiento del de CDBG:
iii. La cantidad estimada de financiamientos del de CDBG propuesta para ser usada en
actividades que cumpliran con el objetivo nacional de beneficiar a personas de bajos
recursos economicos; y
iv. Las actividades propuestas del programa de CDBG que son probables de resultar
declinadas y la unidad general de gobierno y los planes de reemplazo requeridos bajo el
Sec. 570.488
(4) Proveer asistencia tecnica a grupos representativos de personas de bajos y moderados recursos
que soliciten ayuda en el desarrollo de sus propuestas de acuerdo con el procedimiento
desarrollado por el estado. Dicha asistencia no incluye proveer financiamiento a tales grupos;
(5) Participar en un minimo de dos audiencias publicas, cada una en diferentes etapas del programa,
con el proposito de obtener puntos de vista de los ciudadanos y responder a propuestas y
preguntas. La audiencia en conjunto debe cubrir las necesidades de casa y desarrollo en Ia
comunidad, desarrollo de actividades propuestas y Ia revision del cumplimiento del programa. La
audiencia publica que cubre el desarrollo de la comunidad y las necesidades de casa debe ser
llevada a cabo en la fecha y lugares convenientes a beneficiarios actuales a potenciales, con
lugares accesibles para discapacitados. Las audiencias publicas deben Ilevarse a cabo de cierta
forma que cumplan las necesidades de residentes que no hablen Ingles ya que se espera que un
numero razonable de estos participe en el programa.
(6) Informar a los ciudadanos con suficiente anticipacion, y oportunidad de comentar al respecto,
sobre actividades propuestas en solicitud al estado y, por subvenciones ya efectuados,
actividades que sean propuestas para agregarse, eliminarse a ser cambiadas substancialmente
de Ia solicitud de unidad general de gobiernos locales al estado. Cambiadas substancialmente
significa que los cambios sean en terminos de objetivo, alcance, lugar o beneficiario, como es
definido bajo el criterio establecido por el estado.
(7) Proveer a los ciudadanos la direccion, el telefono y las fechas y horario para entregar quejas y
objeciones, y proveer oportunas respuestas por escrito a quejas entregadas por escrito, dentro de
los primeros 15 dias habiles, cuando asi pueda aplicarse.
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facilidades comunitarias,viviendas economicas o proyectos de
desarrollo economico. Competitivo. El maximo de becas Ilega hasta Division del Gobierno Local
$1,000,000 basado en el tipo de proyecto. Las solicitudes estan ion.galowna com wa gov
disponibles en Marzo y son recibidos en Junio. Telefono: 509.847.5027.502 1
www.commerce.wa.gov/CDBG
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT(CDBG)
Febrero 2022
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC SERVICE-COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Board of Mason County Commissioners will hold a public
hearing in the Commission Chambers at Mason County Building I, located at 411 N. 5th Street,
Shelton, Washington, on Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 9:15 am.
The purpose of the public hearing is to review community development and housing needs,
inform citizens of the availability of funds and eligible uses of the state Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG), and receive comments on proposed activities, particularly from lower
income persons residing in the Mason and Lewis County areas. Comments on Mason County's
and Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston Counties program's past
performance and use of prior CDBG Public Services Grants will also be received.
For the 2026 program year (July 2026 —June 2027) up to $103,000 is proposed to be available
annually to the County and the Community Action Council of Lewis, Mason and Thurston
Counties to fund public services that principally benefit low-to moderate-income persons. For
the 2025-2026 program years, Mason County and Community Action Council of Lewis and
Mason Counties received $105,000.
An outline of the proposed activities and services for the 2026 program year will be available for
review at the Mason County Commissioners' Office located at 411 N. 5th Street, Shelton,
Washington from May 22, 2026, through June 22, 2026 and on Mason County's website—
www.masoncountywa.gov. Comments may also be submitted in writing to the Mason County
Commissioners, 411 N. 5th Street, Shelton, WA 98584. Comments will be accepted until June
22, 2026.
The Commission Chambers are handicap accessible. Arrangements to reasonably
accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter, will be made upon
receiving 24-hour advance notice. If special accommodation is needed, please contact the
Commissioners' office, Shelton (360) 427-9670, Belfair (360) 275-4467, or Elma (360) 482-
5269, ext. 419.
Dated this day of , 2026
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MASON COUNTY, WASHINGTON
McKenzie Smith,Clerk of the Board
Mason County
Agenda Request Form
issa
To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Jennifer Beierle Ext: 532
Department: Support Services Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda:
Public Hearing: ❑X
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): May 11,2026 Agenda Date(s): May 26,2026
Internal Review: ® Finance ❑ Human Resources ® Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item:
Requests for supplemental appropriations and amendments to the 2026 budget
Back2round/Executive Summary:
Requests for supplemental appropriations and amendments to the 2026 budget are attached.
Associated CostsBudget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
See Attached
Public Outreach:
RCW 36.40.100 requires the Board to publish notice in the official county newspaper for two consecutive
weeks prior to the budget hearing.
Requested Action:
Request to set a public hearing for June 23,2026, at 9:15 a.m. to consider and approve supplemental
budget requests and budget transfers to the 2026 budget.
Attachment(s):
Draft Resolution for Budget Supplemental Appropriations and Amendment Requests and
Proposed 2026 Budget Amendment#1 Detail and Detailed Budget Entries
RESOLUTION NO.
2026 BUDGET
BUDGET SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATIONS AND AMENDMENT REQUESTS-NOTICE OF HEARING
WHEREAS, by reason of conditions which could not be reasonably foreseen at the time of making the budget
for the year 2026, it is necessary to make provisions for supplemental appropriations and amendments to the budget
as required by RCW 36.40.100,and RCW 36.40.195;and
WHEREAS,the revenue and expenditure adjustments to County funds, as listed in Attachments A&B to this
Resolution,are required in order to incorporate into the budget the revenues and expenditures now identified,which
were not known at the time of original budget adoption;and
WHEREAS,the net total of adjustments to 2026 authorized expenditure appropriations in the General Fund is
an increase of$164,551;and
WHEREAS, the net total of adjustments to 2026 authorized expenditure appropriations in funds other than
the General Fund is an increase of$442,358;and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE Board of Mason County Commissioners:
That the 23rd day of June, 2026 at the hour of 9:15 a.m., in the Mason County Commissioners Chambers in
Courthouse Building 1,411 North 5th Street,Shelton,Washington, is hereby fixed as the time and place for a public
hearing upon the matter of Budget Amendment Requests to the 2026 Budget as provided in Attachments A&B to
this Resolution.
Contact person:Jennifer Beierle, Budget Manager, (360)427-9670 ext.532, ib@masoncountywa.zov
The Clerk of the Board is hereby authorized,empowered,and directed to cause notice of such hearing to be published
as provided by law.
DATED this 26th day of May,2026
ATTEST: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MASON COUNTY,WASHINGTON
McKenzie Smith,Clerk of the
Board Pat Tarzwell,Chair
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Randy Neatherlin,Vice Chair
im W ead,Chief DPA
CC: Auditor—Financial Services Sharon Trask,Commissioner
Publish 2x 6/4&6/11 bill to
Commissioners,
411 North 5th Street,Shelton
ATTACHMENT A TO RESOLUTION NO. 2026 BUDGET AMENDMENT#1
DETAIL
2026 2026
FUND REVENUE EXPENDITURE
LINE NO. FUND NAME DEPARTMENT CHANGE CHANGE DESCRIPTION
CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
1 ALL ALL FUNDS AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
INCREASED COST OF MANDATORY MEDICAL
2 001 GENERAL FUND LEOFF 150,000 COSTS FOR LEOFF ELIGIBLE RETIREES
3 001 GENERAL FUND SUPERIOR COURT 14,551 LATCF FOR COURT REMODEL COSTS
NON- CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
4 001 GENERAL FUND DEPARTMENTAL 25,402 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
REMOVE FROM THE 2026 BUDGET THE 2025
LAND SALE PROCEEDS DUE TO COMPLETION IN
5 105 COUNTY ROAD (500,000) 2025
PATHS&TRAILS QUALIFIED EXPENDITURE
6 106 PATHS&TRAILS 75,000 ORIGINALLY PAID OUT OF ROADS
CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
7 120 REET PROPERTY TAX (3,778) AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
NATIONAL FOREST CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
8 134 SAFETY 7,605 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
AMERICAN RESCUE CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
9 155 PLAN ACT 25,402 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
10 180 TREASURER'S O&M 13,453 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
VETERANS CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
11 190 ASSISTANCE 54,351 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
MASON LAKE CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
12 194 MANAGEMENT 34,611 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
SPENCER LAKE CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
13 195 MANAGEMENT (10,172) AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
ISLAND LAKE CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
14 199 MANAGEMENT 1,059 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
15 351 REET 2 95,000 CONSTRUCTION OF CAPITAL ASSETS
PUMP REPLACEMENT ROLLED FROM 2025 TO
16 412 BEARDS COVE WATER 50,000 2026
CHANGE BUDGETED BFB TO ACTUAL CASH
17 502 UNEMPLOYMENT 99,827 AMOUNTS AT 1/1/2026
GENERAL FUND TOTAL 25,402 164,551
OTHER FUNDS TOTAL (500,000) 442,358
ALL FUNDS GRAND TOTAL (474,598) 606,909
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ATTACHMENT B TO RESOLUTION NO. 2026 BUDGET AMENDMENT#1 DETAILED BUDGET ENTRIES
LINE FUND PROPOSED
FROM BALANCE BUDGETED FB
A ACCOUNT TYPE I/D REVENUE EXPENDITURE CHANGE TOTAL DESCRIPTION
1 001.000000.000.000.308.41.309991.0000.00. 7 1 48,393 48,393 BEG FUND-COMMUNITY DEV
1 001.000000.320.000.508.41.509991.0000.00. 7 1 48,393 48,393 END FUND-COMMUNITY DEV
1 001.000000.000.000.308.41.309991.0000.00. 7 D 170,191 1,329,809 BEG FUND-COMMUNITY DEV
1 001.000000.320.000.508.41.509991.0000.00. 7 D 170,191 475,817 END FUND-COMMUNITY DEV
1 001.000000.000.000.308.41.309992.0000.00. 7 1 31,587 51,587 BEG FUND-PRISONER WELFARE
1 001.000000.320.000.508.41.509992.0000.00. 7 1 31,587 72,687 END FUND-PRISONER WELFARE
1 001.000000.000.000.308.41.309993.0000.00. 7 1 9,564 129,564 BEG FUND-SHERIFF DONATIONS
1 001.000000.320.000.508.41.509993.0000.00. 7 1 9,564 41,029 END FUND-SHERIFF DONATIONS
1 001.000000.000.000.308.41.309997.0000.00. 7 D 400,000 - BEG FUND-TECHNOLOGY
1 001.000000.320.000.508.41.509997.0000.00. 7 D 400,000 - END FUND-TECHNOLOGY
1 001.000000.000.000.308.41.309999.0000.00. 7 1 479,640 12,708,992 BEG FUND-OPERATING
1 001.000000.320.000.508.41.509999.0000.00. 7 1 479,640 6,460,909 END FUND-OPERATING
1 001.000000.000.000.308.91.300000.0000.00. 7 1 362,610 2,593,258 BEG FUND UNASSIGNED
1 001.000000.320.000.508.91.500000.0000.00. 7 1 362,610 362,610 END FUND UNASSIGNED
1 103.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 772,031 4,090,965 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 103.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 772,031 4,611,417 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 103.000000.000.000.308.31.309999.0000.00. 7 D 117,543 63,523 BEG FUND-OPERATING
1 103.000000.000.000.508.31.509999.0000.00. 7 D 117,543 63,523 END FUND-OPERATING
1 104.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 38,797 539,107 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 104.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 38,797 499,162 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 105.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 2,504,399 7,259,192 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 105.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 2,504,399 5,156,365 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 105.000000.000.000.308.31.309999.0000.00. 7 D 254,563 4,499,332 BEG FUND-OPERATING
1 105.000000.000.000.508.31.509999.0000.00. 7 D 254,563 4,461,548 END FUND-OPERATING
1 106.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 1,842 346,528 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 106.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 1,842 360,026 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 109.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 D 111,259 138,244 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 109.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 D 111,259 141,328 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 110.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 28,942 144,932 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 110.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 28,942 71,230 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 117.000000.000.101.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 D 66,635 460,000 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 117.000000.000.101.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 D 66,635 53,015 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 117.000000.000.103.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 566,242 1,431,033 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 117.000000.000.103.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 566,242 1,112,271 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 118.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 2,218 317,218 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 118.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 2,218 275,951 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 120.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 2 D 3,778 71,222 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
7 120.000000.000.000.514.22.549010.0000.00. 2 D 3,778 - MISCELLANEOUS
1 134.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 2 1 7,605 28,605 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
8 134.000000.000.000.525.20.541010.0000.00. 2 1 7,605 - SAR ON FEDERAL FOREST
1 135.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 D 56 77,496 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 135.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 D 56 77,496 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 141.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 D 2,090 58,449 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 141.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 D 2,090 48,490 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 142.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 855 90,855 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 142.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 855 83,192 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 145.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 5,923 156,613 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 145.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 5,923 154,304 ENDING FUND-RESTRICTED
1 150.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 537,070 5,277,411 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 150.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 537,070 4,792,368 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 155.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 2 1 25,402 625,402 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
9 155.000000.000.000.597.00.500001.0000.00. 2 1 25,402 TRANSFER OUT TO CURRENT EXPENS
4 001.000000.300.000.397.00.300155.0000.00. 2 1 25,402 TRANSFER IN FROM ARPA
4 001.000000.320.000.508.91.500000.0000.00. 2 1 25,402 362,610 END FUND UNASSIGNED
1 160.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 4,146 5,646 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 160.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 4,146 9,200 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 163.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 253,122 2,695,936 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 163.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 253,122 2,360,274 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 164.000000.150.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 133,794 2,395,556 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 164.000000.150.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 133,794 1,838,832 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 180.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 2 1 13,453 148,453 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
10 180.000000.000.000.514.22.541010.0000.00. 2 1 13,453 213,189 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES/TITLE SE
1 190.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 2 1 54,351 354,351 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
11 190.000000.000.000.565.20.549010.0000.00. 2 1 54,351 VETERANS LOANS/ASSISTANCE
1 194.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 2 1 34,611 134,611 BEG FUND COMMITTED
12 194.000000.000.000.553.60.541010.0000.00. 2 1 34,611 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1 195.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 2 D 10,172 2,828 BEG FUND COMMITTED
13 195.000000.000.000.553.60.541010.0000.00. 2 D 10,172 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
vageiofz
ATTACHMENT B TO RESOLUTION NO. 2026 BUDGET AMENDMENT#1 DETAILED BUDGET ENTRIES
LINE FUND PROPOSED
FROM BALANCE BUDGETED FB
A ACCOUNT TYPE I/D REVENUE EXPENDITURE CHANGE TOTAL DESCRIPTION
1 199.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 2 1 1,059 13,059 BEG FUND COMMITTED
14 199.000000.000.000.553.60.541010.0000.00. 2 1 1,059 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
1 350.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 868,178 3,318,178 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 350.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 868,178 873,861 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 351.000000.000.000.308.31.300000.0000.00. 7 1 272,405 5,402,405 BEG FUND RESTRICTED
1 351.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 7 1 272,405 3,748,911 END FUND RESTRICTED
1 402.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 479,422 6,292,825 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 402.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 479,422 5,521,903 END FUND COMMITTED
1 403.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 374,714 3,999,940 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 403.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 374,714 3,141,380 END FUND COMMITTED
1 411.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 28,644 104,607 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 411.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 28,644 104,679 END FUND COMMITTED
1 412.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 195,203 1,267,953 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 412.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 195,203 952,534 END FUND COMMITTED
1 413.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 D 221,515 4,174,049 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 413.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 D 221,515 3,266,908 END FUND COMMITTED
1 428.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 25,319 452,793 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 428.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 25,319 232,936 END FUND COMMITTED
1 500.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 137,446 537,446 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 500.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 137,446 288,279 END FUND COMMITTED
1 501.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 7 1 368,140 5,774,364 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 501.000000.000.000.508.41.500000.0000.00. 7 1 368,140 4,749,141 END FUND COMMITTED
1 501.000000.000.000.308.41.309999.0000.00. 7 1 42,654 532,358 BEG FUND COMMITTED
1 501.000000.000.000.508.41.509999.0000.00. 7 1 42,654 756,384 END FUND COMMITTED
1 502.000000.000.000.308.41.300000.0000.00. 2 1 99,827 299,827 BEG FUND COMMITTED
17 502.000000.000.000.517.78.520060.0000.00. 2 1 99,827 UNEMPLOYMENT PAYMENTS TO DES
2 001.000000.058.000.517.20.520040.0000.00. 1 I 150,000 LEOFF I MEDICAL
2 001.000000.320.000.508.91.500000.0000.00. 1 D 150,000 212,610 END FUND-OPERATING
3 001.000000.250.000.512.21.535010.0000.00. 1 1 14,551 EQUIPMENT/FURNITURE
3 001.000000.320.000.508.91.500000.0000.00. 1 D 14,551 198,059 END FUND-OPERATING
5 105.000000.000.000.395.10.300000.0000.00. 2 D 500,000 STATE DNR TIMBER TRUST REVENUE
5 105.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 2 D 500,000 4,656,365 END FUND RESTRICTED
6 106.000000.000.000.595.50.541000.0000.00. 1 I 75,000 SHELTON SPRINGS TRAIL PROJECT
6 106.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 1 D 75,000 285,026 END FUND RESTRICTED
15 351.000000.000.000.595.10.565000.0000.00. 1 1 95,000 CONSTRUCTION OF CAPITAL ASSETS
15 351.000000.000.000.508.31.500000.0000.00. 1 D 95,000 3,653,911 END FUND RESTRICTED
16 412.000000.000.000.534.82.541040.0000.00. 1 1 50,000 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
16 412.000000.000.000.508.41.500000..0000.00. 1 D 50,000 902,534 END FUND COMMITTED
General Fund Total: 25,402 164,551 222,454
Other Funds Total: (500,000) 442,358 6,147,845
All Funds Grand Total: (474,598) 606,909 6,370,299
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Mason County
Agenda Request Form
issa
To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Jennifer Beierle Ext: 532
Department: Support Services Briefing: ❑X
Action Agenda: ❑
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s): May 11,2026 Agenda Date(s):
Internal Review: ® Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item:
Draft 2027 Mason County Preliminary Budget Guidelines
Back2round/Executive Summary:
One of the Board of County Commissioners'most important responsibilities is adopting a balanced
budget by December 31 each year. Staff is presenting the DRAFT 2027 Budget Preparation Guidelines,
based on the 2026 budget guidelines, for Board review and discussion.
The purpose of the budget guidelines is to establish a consistent and transparent process for preparing the
2027 preliminary budget for all Mason County offices and departments.These guidelines aim to align
financial planning with strategic priorities, ensure fiscal responsibility, and support essential public
services.
The Board of Mason County Commissioners typically sends out budget guidelines on or before the
Auditor's call for budgets. Pursuant to RCW 36.40.010,the notice to file budget requests is due by the
second Monday in July.Under RCW 36.40.050,the Auditor submits the preliminary budget to the Board
on or before the first Tuesday in September. The Board then reviews the submitted budget and makes any
revisions it deems advisable.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact(amount, funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
The budget guidelines are issued under the authority of the Mason County Board of Commissioners and
provide a framework for collaborative,transparent, and responsible budget planning.
Public Outreach:
The budget process is open to the public, and public comment is encouraged during designated times
throughout the process.
Requested Action:
Request the Board of County Commissioners review and provide feedback on the DRAFT 2027 Mason
County Preliminary Budget Preparation Guidelines.
Attachment(s):
DRAFT 2027 Preliminary Budget Preparation Guidelines
June 23, 2026
To: Elected Officials & Department Heads
Re: Mason County Commissioners' 2027 Preliminary Budget Preparation
Guidelines
The following are the Board of County Commissioners' guidelines for the
Preliminary Budget. Preliminary budgets are due to the Auditor in the Munis
Financial System by close of business on Monday,August 10, 2026.
Elected Officials and Department Heads are asked to present a 2027 baseline
budget at 2026 adopted budget levels. Approved contractual increases are added
to the office or department's bottom line from the previous year in a baseline
budget.
Please implement the following guidelines when developing 2027 Preliminary
Budgets:
BEGINNING FUND BALANCE (BFB) ESTIMATES
■ The Budget Office will make initial BFB estimates based on cash balances as of
June 30th and the current 2026 budget. Estimates will be emailed to offices and
departments by mid-July. Offices/departments that manage special funds should
make their own estimates and email changes to the Budget Office.
REVENUE LEVELS
■ Current Expense Property Tax levy may include an increase.
■ Roads Property Tax levy may include an increase.
■ Budget with existing fees and service charge schedules; review for proposed fee
increases if applicable.
■ Grants should be budgeted conservatively with projected amounts to be
received within the proper budget year.
■ The Treasurer estimates that Interest rates on investments will be 3.6%.
EXPENDITURE LEVELS
SALARIES& BENEFITS:
Salary& Benefit Projections will be emailed to Departments by the Budget Office
by mid-July. Differences in calculations should be entered into the spreadsheet
provided and sent back with an explanation.
Further guidance on calculations:
■ Wages for union-represented employees with signed union contracts should
reflect general wage, step, and COLA increases as outlined in the contracts.
■ Wages for non-represented employees shall reflect step increases only, except
for Chief Deputy Prosecuting Attorney wages in Resolution No. 2025-003.The
BOCC may increase non-represented wages later.
■ Wages for Elected Officials shall reflect the dollar amounts as stated in the
Mason County Citizens' Commission on Salaries, Resolution No. 2024-070, except
for Prosecuting Attorney wages in Resolution No. 22-19, and Superior Court and
District Court Judges salaries, as set by the WA Citizens' Commission (WCCSEO).
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■ The Benefit Rate Sheet will be emailed to Departments by the Budget Office by
mid-July. Medical budgets should reflect pooled amounts paid by the County
times the number of FTE employees. Use budget expense accounts ending in
520040 for medical.
■ New position requests must go through Human Resources via the following link:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/masoncountyl/newpositionrequest
Put the total salary and benefit amount of a new position request in the
preliminary budget on a BARS line titled "2026 Unapproved Budget Request".
EXPENDITURE RATES:
All internally calculated rates will be emailed by the Budget Office by mid-July and
include:
■ 2027 Internal Allocations—see tab A-1: use budget expense accounts ending in
541019.
■ 2027 State Auditor Charges: now included in the internal allocations and do not
need to be budgeted by individual departments.
■ 2027 Motor Pool rates: use budget expense accounts ending in 5xx777, 5xx778,
and 575100.
■ 2027 Information Technology rates: use budget expense accounts ending in
545952.
■ 2027 IT Computer Replacement: IT will send out a list of computers to be
replaced in 2027 out of each office/department budget. Use budget expense
accounts ending in 535098.
■ 2027 Unemployment rates: $200 per FTE based on 2026's adopted budget FTE
counts. Elected Officials do not receive an unemployment rate charge. Use
budget expense accounts ending in 546096.
■ 2027 ER&R vehicle rates: use budget expense accounts ending in 545951.
OTHER REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE GUIDANCE:
■ Inter-County Transfers- In must balance with Inter-County Transfers-Out. Please
communicate with the transferring from office or department, as unbalanced
transfers may be removed or changed during the budget process.
■ Reimbursable interdepartmental expenses budgeted in one fund should be
budgeted as revenue in another fund.
■ Budget debt service per the Treasurer's Debt Service schedule.
■ Building Remodel Requests go to Facilities so that Facilities may budget
accordingly.
■ Traffic Policing Diversion is budgeted at$2,160,000—Funding from Roads
Property Tax Levy.The BOCC may change the diversion amount during budget
preparation.
■ Expenditure authority shall be adopted as two bottom lines for all Elected
Officials and County Department budgets, including Special Funds, in accordance
with Resolution No. 26-17: one bottom line for the total salaries and benefits and
one bottom line for operational expenses. Ending Fund Balance is not an
appropriation.
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■ Overall expenditures will be reviewed in relation to reserve requirements
identified in Resolution No. 2022-052.
■ Departments are encouraged to seek new grant awards as new expenditure
requests may not be considered without a funding source.
MUNIS BUDGET
Prepare internal budget analysis via any method you prefer. The Auditor will send
processing instructions to enter budgets in Munis.
The 2026 Munis budget entry will include the following:
■ Budget 1—Preliminary Budget Request—Budget Level 1 will be populated with
2025 adopted budget numbers. Departments may change the numbers to the
requested amounts.
■ Budget 2—Auditor's Preliminary Budget—The Auditor will make error
correction changes to preliminary budget requests.
■ Budget 3- Maintenance Level Changes(MLC)—2025 adopted budget plus non-
discretionary changes, i.e. CBA's in effect, L&I, DRS, and medical changes. Budget
Level 3 will be entered by the Budget Office.
■ Budget 4—Policy Level Requests (PLR)—This is the difference between Budget
Level 2 and Budget Level 3, and will populate automatically.The Budget Office
will email a draft budget level spreadsheet to departments by mid-August. An
explanation or justification and project number should be entered into the
'Comments' and 'Project No.' columns for any amount in Budget Level 4. In
addition,the attached project form may be filled out for each new"project"
requested in the 2026 budget. A project request may include multiple BARS lines,
and both revenue and expenses to show how the "project"was derived. The
following are considered projects:
1. New staffing request(s)
2. Capital &Vehicle Purchases
3. Operational requests by project
4. All other items over Maintenance Level Changes
Requests for new spending without a corresponding funding source are unlikely
to be considered for budget approval by the Board.
BUDGET NARRATIVES
A Budget Narrative helps the Board and the public understand what each
office/department is responsible for and should include the following
information:
■ 2025, 2026, and 2027 FTE count, and Organizational Chart
■ FTE position allocations and funding sources, if any
■ Proposed Fee Increases
■ Workload Indicators—include a 3 year history comparison
■ Project Level Changes (Budget Level 4 in Munis—Instructions and training to
follow)
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Please email budget narratives to the Budget Manager via email (no paper copies)
by September 18th
A separate email invitation will be sent out for County-wide Zoom budget
training.
Departmental budget workshops with the Board will begin in October.The first
workshop will be an overview of the entire budget.
Sincerely,
BOARD OF MASON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Pat Tarzwell Randy Neatherlin Sharon Trask
Chair Vice Chair Commissioner
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Agenda Request Form
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To: Board of Mason County Commissioners Item No.
From: Travis Adams Ext: 530
Department: Support Services Briefing:
Action Agenda: ❑
Public Hearing: ❑
Special Meeting: ❑
Briefing Date(s):5/11/2026 Agenda Date(s):
Internal Review: ❑ Finance ❑ Human Resources ❑ Legal ❑ IT ❑ Risk ❑ Other
(Please ensure proper internal review channels have been followed, this is the responsibility of the
requesting Department)
Item: Port of Shelton .09 Fund Request
Background/Executive Summary:
This project is a Canadian Manufacturing Company with plans to relocate from Canada to Washington
State/specifically to the Port of Shelton Mason County. The private company plans to lease 2 acres of
property at the Port of Shelton Johns Prairie(JP)Industrial Site/adjacent to the short line rail spur. They
will mobilize their manufacturing equipment($1.5 Million Value)and relocate that equipment from
Canada to the JP site. The private company plans to invest$3 Million to build a 21000-26,000 SF
production facility which will include production assembly, storage/distribution and administrative
offices. They are looking to be fully moved and built out starting production by November 2027.
The current request for.09 funds is to make upgrades to the port which will support that move.
Associated Costs/Budget Impact(amount,funding source,budget amendment, etc.):
$350,000.00 from.09 funds.
Public Outreach:
N/A
Requested Action:
Request BOCC deliberate on the request for funding.
Attachment(s):
Local Economic Development Program Application
LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
APPLICATION
Contact Name(s) Wendy Smith — Port of Shelton
Address 21 W Sanderson Way
City, State, Zip Shelton WA 98584
Fax & e-mail Fax (360) 427-0231 Email wendys@portofshelton.com
Signature and-posit' n of person authorizing submittal of application
Executive Director April 7, 2026
Signature Position Date
Project Title:
Total Project Cost $3,700,000.00 Amount raised to date $
Is your request intended to fill a gap in funding (gap financing)? [ ] Yes [ ] No
Is this a phased project [ ] Yes [ ] No, If yes number of phases number of years
Requested loan amount $ Requested grant amount $
1. Briefly describe the project, project start date, jurisdictions or private entities
involved and their phases and timing, and which phases(s) of the project would be
funded by loan or grant?
This project is a Canadian Manufacturing Company with plans to relocate from Canada to
Washington State, specifically to the Port of Shelton, Mason County. The private company
plans to lease 2 acres of property at the Port of Shelton Johns Prairie(JP)Industrial Site,
adjacent to the short line rail spur. They will mobilize their manufacturing equipment($1.5
Million Value)and relocate that equipment from Canada to the JP site. The private
company plans to invest$3 Million to build a 24,000-26,000 SF production facility which will
include production, assembly, storage, distribution and administrative offices. They are
looking to be fully moved and built out starting production by November 2027.
2. Explain how the project satisfies economic development and priorities.
The project will bring direct manufacturing to Mason County by way of 20 +jobs. The
company will look to expand over time increasing the job numbers. The company's clients
are made up of 70% US companies including Taylor Shellfish as one of their largest
customers. The company has also indicated there may be one or more additional
companies looking to locate in the area after this company makes their move.
3. Will this project be a public facility which is listed in economic development plan officially
adopted by the county? [ ] Yes [X ] No
The project site services will be public as these will be handled by the Port of Shelton to
service the site with a driveway access to the site, providing water service to the site,
working with PUD3 to provide power upgrades as needed, upgrade and rehabilitate at least
200 feet of existing rail siding and rehabilitation of existing rail crossings, and a fenced
paved yard on site.
4. List engineering reports, permits, feasibility studies and environmental studies which have
been completed and/or need to be completed.
The Port has several geotechnical reports associated with specific projects and multiple
environmental reports related to past cleanup actions. The County and the design team will
require a site-specific Geotech report. The Port will also need a building/grading/septic
permit, SEPA checklist and determination, ecology construction storm water permit and an
L&I electrical permit.
5. Has other funding been secured? [X] Yes [ ] No. If yes, list source(s) of funding.
The private investment is the other source of funding. They plan to bring $3,000,000 to
this project.
6. Please list other funding sources, which have been pursued or currently pursued.
CERB Committed Private Partner funding is a potential application we will submit. We have
been in discussion with Senator MacEwen and the Washington State Department of
Commerce for potential Strategic Reserve Funds (SRF).
7. Please indicate the number of full-time, permanent jobs this project will create.
Create in 1-3 20 Create in 4-5 years 20 Create in 6-10 years 20
Number of jobs retained n/a as this is a new company to Washington State coming from
Canada.
8. Please indicate number of businesses that will directly benefit from the public facility.
They are a direct supplier to one of the County's largest employers and private business.
The company is looking to also bring an additional business to the area once they are
established. Other customers include agriculture businesses which may mean even more
businesses would benefit.
9. Please list other significant factors about the project that should be considered.
Again, a company locating from out of the country and out of the state bringing 20 jobs
with the likelihood of 20 more in the short term. They are also planning to bring in another
company. They are planning to utilize the rail giving a boost to the JP industrial area and
the rail spur owned by the Port of Shelton.
10. List, in detail, how the money requested would be spent on the proposed project.
The money received would be used for infrastructure upgrades to the site, paving,
electrical, rail upgrades, fencing and/or grading.