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From: Tamara Meredith To: jeffbocc; TreasurerAccountant; Rose Ann Carroll; Jeff Chapman Subject: 2021 Budget - Jefferson County Library Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 10:15:26 AM Attachments: 2021_BudgetAndResolutions_APPROVED_11102020.pdf

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Good morning, all,

On November 10th, the Jefferson County Library Board of Trustees adopted the attached 2021 budget at their regular meeting. Attached are the 2021 budget spreadsheet and resolutions for Budget Adoption, Property Tax Increase, and Limit Factor Increase.

Also at our November 10th meeting, the Board approved a resolution and policy permitting E- Signature use by the Library District. I have attached those documents as well.

Please let me know if there are questions. Thank you!

Sincerely, Tamara Meredith

Dr. Tamara R. Meredith Director Jefferson County Library 620 Cedar Ave. Port Hadlock, WA 98339 360-385-6544 [email protected] https://jclibrary.info

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From: Tamara Meredith To: jeffbocc; TreasurerAccountant; Rose Ann Carroll; Jeff Chapman Subject: RE: 2021 Budget - Jefferson County Library Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 10:16:35 AM Attachments: E-Signature_Policy_ADOPTED_11102020.pdf Resolution_20-07_esignatures_10012020_APPROVED.pdf

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Apologies – now with the E-Signature documents as well.

Dr. Tamara R. Meredith Director Jefferson County Library 620 Cedar Ave. Port Hadlock, WA 98339 360-385-6544 [email protected] https://jclibrary.info

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From: Tamara Meredith Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 10:15 AM To: jeffbocc ; TreasurerAccountant ; Rose Ann Carroll ; Jeff Chapman Subject: 2021 Budget - Jefferson County Library

Good morning, all,

Also at our November 10th meeting, the Board approved a resolution and policy permitting E- Signature use by the Library District. I have attached those documents as well.

Please let me know if there are questions. Thank you!

Sincerely, Tamara Meredith

Dr. Tamara R. Meredith Director Jefferson County Library 620 Cedar Ave. Port Hadlock, WA 98339 360-385-6544 [email protected] https://jclibrary.info

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From: Payne, Dontae (GOV) Subject: Governor Inslee public address on COVID-19 Thursday evening Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 12:02:59 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png image003.png image004.png image005.png image006.png Importance: High

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Good afternoon, Gov. Jay Inslee and Trudi Inslee will directly address Washingtonians this evening with an update on the COVID-19 pandemic in the state. Thursday, November 12 5:30 PM - Public address on COVID-19 TVW will livestream the address.

Help us share trusted sources of information on COVID-19: Washington Department of Health coronavirus webpage | CDC’s coronavirus website | Governor’s COVID-19 resource website. If you have specific questions that cannot be answered by these resources, you can call the Washington Department of Health’s public call center at 1- 800-525-0127, then wait and press #.

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From: Payne, Dontae (GOV) Subject: Governor Inslee"s Public Address Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 12:38:55 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png image003.png image004.png image005.png image006.png Importance: High

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Good afternoon,

I know many of you are hearing rumors and have questions regarding the governor’s plan in response to our state’s surge of COVID-19 cases. No new COVID restrictions are being announced tonight, but the governor will tell the public that such measures are actively under consideration.

-The governor will say he does expect to announce early next week – potentially Monday – his decisions on what steps will be taken.

- The governor’s staff have been reaching out to stakeholders in various sectors and industries for their input on proposals to restrict activities. As with previous restrictions, the goal is to reduce how often people are likely to come into contact with people from outside their household, limiting the spread, and preventing our health care system from being overwhelmed.

-The governor will say people should change their plans for Thanksgiving gatherings right now, and all other gatherings, as well as holiday travel, emphasizing how crucial social responsibility will be for the next 4-6 weeks in containing COVID activity and avoiding exponential growth.

Please tune in tonight at 5:30 on TVW to hear the governor’s address. We appreciate your partnership in continuing the fight against COVID-19.

Stay safe & healthy, Dontae

From: Kate Dean To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Ask MRSC: November 2020 Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 11:11:05 AM

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Is a resignation letter disclosable as a public record? Have a question? Can we use REET 1 or 2 revenue for street and road preservation Officials and employees work? from eligible government agencies can use our free My Board would like to explore adding a consent agenda to our one-on-one inquiry service, board meetings. Do you have a guide or outline of how to do that Ask MRSC. and what a consent agenda should be used for?

We are looking for a definition of "Lodging Tax Funds" at the county level. Our county receives hotel/motel special tax and Ask MRSC transient rental tax both (2% for each for a total of 4%). We believe that the Hotel/Motel Special Tax is considered lodging tax funds but are unsure on the transient rental tax. We are a small city and I get asked from citizens if they can vote on keeping our contract or starting our own city police force. Is there a way for citizens to vote on this topic?

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Is a resignation letter disclosable as a public record?

Yes, a resignation letter is a public record that is subject to disclosure under the Public Records Act. There is no general exemption that would allow the city to withhold the letter. It’s possible there would be personal information exempt based on RCW 42.56.250(4) or potentially a privacy exemption under RCW 42.56.230 if there are unsubstantiated allegations included in the letter. You will want to review the content of any requested letter to see if there is any information that might fall within such an exemption.

The city could also provide third party notice to the former employee who wrote the letter and/or anyone mentioned within the letter pursuant to RCW 42.56.540, if it felt such individuals would potentially want to seek an injunction preventing the letter’s release.

Can we use REET 1 or 2 revenue for street and road preservation work?

Yes, MRSC has consistently advised that this type of work would be an allowed use of REET funds.

The definition of REET projects for both REET 1 (RCW 82.46.010) and 2 (RCW 82.46.035) read:

Planning, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, repair, replacement, rehabilitation, or improvement of streets, roads, highways, sidewalks, street and road lighting systems, traffic signals, bridges, domestic water systems, storm and sanitary sewer systems; Planning, acquisition, construction, reconstruction, repair, replacement, rehabilitation, or improvement of streets, roads, highways, sidewalks, street and road lighting systems, traffic signals, bridges, domestic water systems, storm and sanitary sewer systems; (Emphasis added)

Street and road ‘preservation’ work would typically fall within ‘reconstruction, repair, replacement, rehabilitation or improvement of streets, roads….’.

Note that to utilize REET funds, projects must be identified within the city’s capital facilities plan (which would include the city’s 6 year TIP program).

My Board would like to explore adding a consent agenda to our board meetings. Do you have a guide or outline of how to do that and what a consent agenda should be used for?

MRSC has information on consent agendas at the bottom of our Council Meeting Agendas webpage. The webpage states:

The consent agenda is a tool used to streamline council meeting procedures by collecting and grouping routine, noncontroversial topics into a single agenda item that can be discussed and passed with a single motion and vote. In some cities, items to be placed on each consent agenda are selected at a meeting of the city’s department heads. In other cities, a special agenda committee chooses the consent items. Commonly, no debate is allowed on items included in the consent agenda.

Consent items may be read by title only in the body of a single consent agenda resolution. However, any councilmember can have an item removed from the consent agenda for separate consideration. In addition, cities may allow any person attending the regular council meeting to request that an item be removed from the consent agenda, read completely, and voted on independently. In such a situation, the remainder of the consent agenda can be voted on, omitting the challenged items. Setting up a consent agenda system usually requires preliminary action by the council in the form of adopting an ordinance or resolution.

The council/board generally has discretion to determine if it wants to have a consent agenda at its meetings, and if so what items to include on the consent agenda. Again, however, the consent agenda is typically reserved for non-controversial, routine items that the council/board may not need to discuss individually before approval.

Most local governments outline their procedures for agenda preparation in their council/board procedure manuals. You can see many examples on MRSC’s Council/Board of Commissioners Rules of Procedures page. You can open any of these sample documents and do a “Ctrl-F” search for “consent” to quickly locate the relevant sections.

We are looking for a definition of "Lodging Tax Funds" at the county level. Our county receives “hotel/motel special tax” and “transient rental tax” (2% for each for a total of 4%). We believe that the hotel/motel special tax is considered lodging tax funds but are unsure on the transient rental tax.

Lodging tax has two different components. The state shared retail sales tax portion (2%) RCW 67.28.180, and the additional 2% authorized under RCW 67.28.181(1)

Here is a link to the Revenue Guide for WA Counties that explains the two components of lodging tax (aka: Hotel/Motel Tax). These are both excise tax options available to cities and counties that do not require a vote of the citizens.

There is no difference in the allowed use of these two components of the lodging tax, both of which are restricted resources that may only be used for tourism activities or tourism-related facilities. The distribution by the state for lodging tax is always remitted separately for each component of the tax because the statutory authority to impose the taxes are separate.

RCW 67.28.180 is a credit against the state’s sales tax and therefore is not an increase in taxes but rather a sharing of state sales tax with local government, while the additional 2% authorized in RCW 67.28.181 is an increase in the excise tax. All of the remaining definitions, allowed use, and distribution processes are the same.

The state decision to label one of these tax distributions as a ‘transient rental tax’ is only intended to designate a difference between RCW 67.28.180 and RCW 67.28.181.

We are a small city and I get asked from citizens if they can vote on the city keeping our law enforcement contract, or starting our own city police force. Is there a way for citizens to vote in this topic?

We believe a city could probably place an advisory vote before the voters to survey sentiment regarding whether the city should contract for law enforcement services or continue with its own police department. Unlike the powers of initiative and referendum, however, there is no provision in state law for advisory votes. The “closest” authority is provided at RCW 35.22.280(1) which gives first class cities the power to provide “for questions to be voted upon.” A second-class city does not have express statutory authority to provide ballot measures to the voters or to establish an initiative or referendum process. Generally, though, I think city councils of second-class cities probably have the authority to request that an advisory vote be placed on the ballot. However, you will want to check with your county elections officials as well as your city attorney about this proposal.

Note that an advisory vote is expensive because it requires an election with a ballot measure. The outcome of an advisory vote is not binding and would act as guidance for the city council to further act (or not act) on a particular matter. Especially in a smaller community, it may be preferable to hold one or more public meetings to receive comments and feedback or, perhaps, to conduct a survey of the citizens of the city.

Ideally, an advisory vote would test public sentiment about a new policy or project, like opening a new park or program, before a city expends funds on it. Sometimes public sentiment is not clear, and a council just wants a better indication about how popular a particular issue is (or isn’t).

For more information regarding options for providing law enforcement services, see the following:

Interlocal Cooperation in Law Enforcement Police and Law Enforcement Provision in Cities and Towns May a code city require a property owner to repair damage to a sidewalk caused by roots from trees on the abutting property ?

Generally, yes. The provisions of RCW Chapters 35.68, 35.69 and 35.70 are all available to code cities. See, for example, RCW 35.69.020 relating to responsibility of abutting property owners where sidewalks are in need of repair. The reference to these chapters applying to code cities can be found at RCW 35A.47.020.

MRSC has a webpage about sidewalk construction and repair procedures that includes statutory references and information about liability and repair. MRSC also has links to resources regarding sidewalk damage caused by trees on our topic page Urban Forestry and Street Trees.

We recommend consulting with your city attorney about any conflicts arising over responsibility for sidewalk maintenance and repair.

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Admiralty Apartments and shut ins Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 12:14:50 PM

From: Tom Locke Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 12:14:48 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Marilyn K. Kurka Cc: Kate Dean; Greg Brotherton; David Sullivan; Vicki Kirkpatrick Subject: Re: Admiralty Apartments and shut ins

Dear Ms. Kurka,

I appreciate the difficulty of the situation and urge you to have a plan in place to deal with the transportation needs of your residents. We are in beginning of a third wave of the coronavirus pandemic that will get much worse before it gets better.

Jefferson County Public Health does not and cannot provide personal health services to individuals with Covid-like illness or other acute health problems. Our focus is on preventing transmission within the community through case investigation and contact tracing. If your resident has a personal health care provider in the community, I recommend they reach out to that provider and determine how best to evaluate the resident's illness. Residents who do not have local health care providers are strongly advised to establish those relationships as soon as possible.

Jefferson Healthcare has a home health nursing program. Services are provided to established patients on a case by case basis. It is also appropriate for other residents, neighbors, or volunteers (especially those who are young and do not have risk factors for Covid-19 complications) to provide transportation. People with symptoms of acute respiratory infection should be masked at all times during transport, the drive should be wearing a mask and eye protection, and the windows should be left partially open to maximize ventilation. I will copy this letter to Jefferson County Emergency Management to see if any other resources are available for your residents.

Sincerely,

Thomas Locke, MD, MPH Jefferson County Health Officer

From: Marilyn K. Kurka Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 2:49 PM To: Tom Locke Cc: Kate Dean; Greg Brotherton; David Sullivan; Vicki Kirkpatrick Subject: Admiralty Apartments and shut ins

CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Dear Dr. Locke, Ms. Kirkpatrick and County Commissioners,

I am the manager of Admiralty Apartments in Port Townsend. We are a 48 unit building with 24 units occupied at this time due to renovation. Of my 24 tenants and their families, only 8 have cars of their own. The rest use public transportation.

I have one tenant who is currently experiencing Covid-19 symptoms. I understand that she has contacted the health line and is attempting to get to an appointment to get tested. She is without a car. The local taxi company refused to take her up due to possible exposure. I cannot afford to expose myself in order to transport her. Her remaining option is to get on public transport or wait till it’s bad enough to warrant an ambulance transport. If she gets on a bus she risks exposing countless others while in transit to the hospital.

My tenant is one of many shut-ins without transportation in this community. The Admiralty is only one of many elderly and disabled buildings in this community. I am sure this is a problem for most of their tenants as well.

Isn’t there some way, we can have a public health nurse administer a test at a “shut-ins” front door? Perhaps establishing a criteria to determine need for a home test?

Marilyn K. Kurka, C.P.O. Admiralty Apartments 129 Taylor Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-385-0553 office 360-379-9304 fax

From: David Sullivan To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: WSF Weekly Update Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 2:01:27 PM

From: Washington State Department of Transportation Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 2:01:23 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: David Sullivan Subject: WSF Weekly Update

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Installation of physical distancing floor decals November 12, 2020 To remind riders and employees to practice safe physical distancing, new floor decals are being installed in all our Crew helps save life of rider aboard Wenatchee terminals and vessels. Crews began last week on our Point Defiance/Tahlequah route and are working their way north. With safety our number one Installation should be complete around the end of the month. priority, we make sure that our vessel crews are trained for all types of emergencies. One week after our Puyallup crewmembers rescued jet skiers out of the water, the crew aboard Wenatchee helped save a rider suffering from a medical emergency on Saturday. After calling 911 to report the situation, they used an automated external defibrillator on the rider until emergency medical services met them on board at Bainbridge terminal. Thank you to all our crewmembers for continuing to make us proud by using your skills to save lives!

Shortly after departing Bainbridge on Saturday, Wenatchee returned to the terminal due to a medical emergency.

These decals are being installed in all our terminals. Our “[…] Helen [Sanders, vessels are getting only the round decals in high traffic attendant/ticket seller], a Lopez Island ferry worker, areas. went above and beyond for me in the not so distant As a reminder, people who drive on a ferry are encouraged past. […] The exact details to remain in their vehicle. Please keep in mind that our are not important, but you current schedules are dependent on our COVID Response should know that she’s a Service Plan. If you must catch a ferry right now, I suggest real genuine human who signing up for our email alerts, checking terminal conditions likes to help people. […] and reading our COVID-19 travel updates. "I also want to acknowledge Sue [McCullough, ticket seller/agent], who also works at the Lopez Island ferry terminal. Her kindness and efficiency that she brings to her job is an absolute delight. When I see her working, I literally smile. […]

"Thank you to Sue, Helen and whoever leads and supervises them [Ticket Seller/Agent Shelley Clark]. The Lopez Island ferry terminal is honestly the best ferry worker team that I have encountered in my seven years of living in the San Juan Islands. It’s a tough job to deal with so many people, especially during a pandemic, and to do it with such integrity is a thing of Vessel crews are cleaning chairs, booths and tables after beauty.” each use. Some seats are closed off to encourage physical -Anacortes/San Juan distancing. Islands customer

One offloading lane closed at Fauntleroy terminal

People driving off a ferry at our Fauntleroy terminal should plan for at least a few more days of possible delays. Last week, we closed one of two offloading lanes after divers found a damaged piling underneath the dock during a routine dive inspection. Crews are scheduled to repair the piling during low tide Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 16 and 17.

The northern offloading lane at our Fauntleroy terminal is closed due to a damaged piling discovered underneath during a routine dive inspection last week. Amy Scarton Assistant Secretary, WSDOT/Ferries Division

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This email was sent to [email protected] using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Washington State Department of Transportation 310 Maple Park Ave SE · Olympia, WA 98504 From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: JTA 11/17 Special Meeting Packet Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 2:34:25 PM Attachments: Board Packet 11-17-2020.pdf

From: Sara J. Peck Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 2:34:04 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Ariel Speser; David Faber; David Sullivan; Greg Brotherton; Kate Dean Cc: Tammi Rubert Subject: JTA 11/17 Special Meeting Packet

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Please find attached the packet for the Special Meeting on November 17th at 1:30.

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From: Kate Dean To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Stay Home Washington and Support Affordable Homes in 2021! Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 3:49:52 PM

From: Rachael Myers, Housing Alliance Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 3:49:47 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean Subject: Stay Home Washington and Support Affordable Homes in 2021!

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Dear Kate,

Each year we invite you to help us Bring Washington Home. This event is an opportunity to celebrate the progress we’ve made together and to raise funds to power our ongoing advocacy. While we can’t gather in person this year, our work to ensure that everyone has a safe, affordable home is more important than ever.

So, we’re doing things a little differently this year and celebrating virtually. Will you join us?

Stay Home Washington! (and when you can’t, wear a mask!) Wednesday, December 2, 5:00-5:45pm. (Immediately followed by our annual member meeting until 6:15.) There's no cost to attend, but participants will be invited to make a donation to sustain our work.

One of the best parts of this event, is honoring an outstanding advocate for affordable homes and solutions to homelessness with the Nancy Amidei Movement Builder Award. Do you know an advocate who has worked effectively this year to change public policy so that more people have a safe, affordable place to live? Someone who has found creative ways to engage their community in a time of social distancing? Click here to nominate someone by November 20!

Pictured above: 2019 Winners Amber Abrahamson (left), and Terri Anderson (right) with Nancy Amidei (center).

I hope you’ll join us. By staying home this year, you won’t just help flatten the curve, you’ll help make it possible for others to stay safe and warm, in an affordable home, in the future.

In gratitude, ~rachael Rachael Myers Executive Director

P.S. Since this event is virtual, you can attend from anywhere! Would you like to help us fill the Zoom (get it?) by inviting people in your network to attend? Email Itzchel Bazan to sign up to be a “Couch Captain” and host a virtual table. Washington Low Income Housing Alliance 100 West Harrison St. Seattle, Washington 98119 Donate (206) 442-9455 [email protected]

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Unsubscribe From: Kate Dean To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: HCCC Board Meeting 11/18/20 - Financial Reports Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 4:35:33 PM

From: Robin Lawlis Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 4:34:53 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Charlotte Garrido; Dave Herrera; Dave Ward; David Sullivan; Edward Wolfe; Greg Brotherton; Jeromy Sullivan; Joseph Pavel; Kate Dean; Kevin Shutty; Paul McCollum; Randy Neatherlin; Robert Gelder; Scott Brewer; Sharon Trask, Mason County Commissioner; Diane Zoren; Julie Shannon; Kaitlyn Floyd; Gretchen Dunmire; Jennifer Poole Subject: HCCC Board Meeting 11/18/20 - Financial Reports

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To the HCCC Board of Directors

Linked are the HCCC budget and financial reports (through October) for the HCCC Board meeting on 18 November 2020 (1:00 to 3:30 p.m. via Zoom).

Thank you,

Robin Lawlis Admin Program Mgr. Hood Canal Coordinating Council 17791 Fjord Drive NE, Suite 118 Poulsbo, WA 98370-8430 360-271-2060 (mobile)

Note: Communications may be subject to public review. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Port Ludlow / Jefferson County Development agreement status Date: Thursday, November 12, 2020 5:07:17 PM Attachments: Jefferson County – Pope MPR Development Agreement Adoption Resolution 42-00 8-May-2000 – Port Ludlow.html

From: [email protected] Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 5:06:59 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton; Kate Dean; Philip Morley; Philip Hunsucker; John Huntington; David Sullivan; James Kennedy Cc: [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Richard Grieves; Jim Scarantino; kirk boxleitner Subject: Port Ludlow / Jefferson County Development agreement status

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I understand you will be participating in the SBCA BOD meeting tomorrow via phone. As you may recall, on several occasions I have asked you to review and comment on the status of the Port Ludlow MPR Development Agreement. Perhaps you could address that issue tomorrow.

The original Development Agreement (May 2000) was for a term of twenty years (2020). Then, in 2013, was extended by five years to 2025. As you know, the build-out of the Port Ludlow MPR has been a dismal failure. At its present rate, we are looking at a 2055 completion!

Unfortunately, the long promised ‘most desirable Resort Destination in the Pacific Northwest’ has not been delivered. This failure by the Developer has cost Jefferson County the potential loss of millions of dollars in revenue (sales tax, property tax, excise taxes - not to mention thousands of jobs and tourist dollars). What have you and the County done to address these issues? Can you please explain why our neighboring Counties (Kitsap and Clallam) have robust growth in revenue, business, real estate developments and jobs, while Jefferson County continues to be anti-business, anti-jobs and remains a financial disaster? Jefferson County is a party to the Development Agreement, and after twenty years of broken promises, the Port Ludlow community deserves answers and some accountability.

Talk to you tomorrow.

Regards,

Bert Loomis 235 Edgewood, Dr. Port Ludlow, WA 98365 360-437-0901 home 360-215-0277 cell

Note: A copy of the original Development Agreement is attached.

Port Ludlow (PLA) May 15, 2013 “Port Ludlow Associates (PLA) core mission is to build and develop The Master Plan Resort Community of Port Ludlow into the most desirable resort destination in the Pacific Northwest.”

“PLA met with the Board of County Commissioners in Port Townsend this Monday, to finalize an extension of their Development Agreement with Jefferson County. The extension was approved and provides PLA with an additional five years within their development agreement, which is now set to expire in 2025.”

“PLA has approximately 400 remaining lots to build and develop within the Master Plan Resort (MPR) of Port Ludlow and has an option to acquire additional lots adjacent to the MPR.” /. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Coronavirus Pandemic Resources for Counties – November 12, 2020 Date: Friday, November 13, 2020 3:56:52 AM

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October marks continued loss in local government jobs

The October employment situation report reveals additional positive news for the economy – except for the public sector. While October marks the sixth month of consecutive declines in the national unemployment rate, continued government sector reductions ignite concerns as counties support community recovery, securing services like broadband for residents, administering elections and many other services with fewer human resources. LEARN MORE

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From: Stanford, Julianne E CIV USN COMNAVREG NW BGR WA (USA) Sent: Friday, November 13, 2020 11:01:03 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: NEWS RELEASE - Training exercises at Naval Magazine Indian Island 11/16-11/20

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Good morning,

Attached and below is a news release regarding upcoming training exercises at Naval Magazine Indian Island that are scheduled for the week of Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20, 2020.

For more information, please contact Naval Magazine Indian Island Public Affairs Officer Julianne Stanford at (360)-867-8525 or her email at [email protected]. Very respectfully, Julianne Stanford Naval Magazine Indian Island Public Affairs Officer Desk: (360)-396-5393 Cell: (360)-867-8525 [email protected] ------RELEASE# 20-1113 November 13, 2020 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SECURITY TRAINING EXERCISE SCHEDULED AT INDIAN ISLAND

PORT HADLOCK, Wash., - Naval Magazine Indian Island has security training exercises scheduled for the week of Monday, Nov. 16, through Friday, Nov. 20, 2020.

Residents living in the communities surrounding Indian Island and installation personnel could notice increased noise levels and activities associated with the training exercises that week. Training activities will include security boats on the water near the ammunition pier, the use of blank ammunition, loud sirens and bright blue flashing lights.

Protecting personnel during the Coronavirus Disease 2019 pandemic is one of the Department of Defense’s top priorities. NMII is taking prudent measures to limit COVID-19’s spread, while also ensuring our people are trained and ready to fulfill our national defense mission.

Personnel participating in the exercise will comply with guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Department of Defense by implementing proper physical distancing when practicable and by wearing cloth masks.

The Navy conducts these types of security exercises at installations across the world to ensure readiness and verify response procedures. NMII thanks the community for their continued support and understanding.

For more information on this release, please contact Naval Magazine Indian Island Public Affairs Officer Julianne Stanford at 360-867-8525 or her email at [email protected].

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From: Mellani McAleenan Sent: Friday, November 13, 2020 11:06:15 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Cc: WSAC County Lobbyists; WSAC_All Members; WCAA Subject: OPMA proclamation re canvassing boards

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As promised, here is the Governor’s OPMA proclamation relating to canvassing boards, which clarifies that county and other local election canvassing boards may continue to conduct their work related to the 2020 general election openly and transparently, without violating any in-person gathering restrictions.

All requirements about facial coverings, social distancing, sanitizing, and other protective measures must be followed.

The proclamation still expires on December 7, 2020.

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Kreidler Delivers Disaster Resilience Recommendations to State Leaders Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler delivered recommendations to create a statewide disaster resilience office to Gov. Jay Inslee, the Legislature and other state leaders, as recommended by the Disaster Resiliency Work Group.

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Rachel: This brilliant, thoughtful essay in America Magazine really moved me this week. In it, journalist Emma Green reflects on her conversations with people across America over the past few years, exploring what it means to live a good life—and that usually comes down to a sense of connection with one’s neighbors. In particular, Green is interested in movements to form intentional communities, holding this in tension with broader societal divisions and concerns.

Daniel: A core observation here at Strong Towns is that resilient institutions must be built and sustained from the bottom up, not the top down. Writing for the Washington Post, three political scientists offer an interesting analysis of how America’s political parties—the article focuses on the Democrats, but the GOP is not spared criticism either—have become top-heavy and hollow underneath, alienated from local communities and their concerns. A staggering amount of PAC money sloshes around national races, whereas local civic life has atrophied. (Another Strong Towns theme comes to mind: when you flood a complex system with resources, it stops responding to feedback, and dysfunction is no longer self-correcting.)

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know enough about you would think there would be so much to learn from those who succumbed to it. But because autopsies aren’t profitable, they are being abandoned. Tissue samples from an autopsy. Photo by Kirsten It seems like there would be so much to Luce learn from them that even if it didn’t generate material wealth, we stand to gain a lot from them. Lauren: So much of the infrastructure that supports private property in urban and suburban spaces is out of sight and out of mind. Taxes are paid, and the rest is taken care of by someone else. But when it comes to sidewalks, things get up close and personal rather quickly. The lines between public space and private property blur, as do the responsibilities of the collective and the individual. This StreetsBlog story discusses Nashville’s efforts to get a functional network of sidewalks going with particular emphasis on landowners’ role in the process.

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Finally, welcome to the newest members of the Strong Towns movement: Finally, from all of us, a warm welcome to the newest members of the Strong Towns movement: Erica Aitken, David Anderson, Christopher Fraleigh, Jerome Froelich, Charles Hall, Kyran Hamill, Grayson Koonce, Clifton Lavenhouse, Logan Millsap, Brendan Newcomb, John Ragan, Nathan Rak, Susan Ramonat, Brian Roche, Drina Schneider, Ed Sharrer, Brook Wiers, Peter Wilson, and Jeffrey Yates.

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People from all over the nation came together last night for Salish Sea Strings – a concert and conversation to raise awareness and support for Northwest Straits Foundation. FOMO (fear of missing out)? Don’t worry, here’s a link to the event. Enjoy the music of Bob Fossil and an important conversation with ecologist Jason Morgan, who works on the frontlines of protecting our marine environment.

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Timber Counties Caucus Chairman Lannen has asked that I send you a link to the DNR 2020 Forest Action Plan prior to our meeting next week at the County Leaders Conference.

Here is the link: https://dnr.wa.gov/publications/rp_2020_forest_action_plan.pdf?eevrl

Have a great weekend. I look forward to seeing you all “virtually” next week.

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Hello, Dr. Locke refers to “mid county” for COVID outbreaks. Where is that? Very few people I have asked know the answer. Thank you. Ellen From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: This Week in Photos Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020 5:08:43 AM

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Anne Marie and I split an order with one of her friends for a whole butchered cow at $3.99 a pound (triple wrapped, etc. – ready for the freezer) so we’d get a ½ a beef and her friend would too. It’s a mixture of steaks, roasts, hamburger, etc. No liver or anything weird. Just stuff that you’ll actually eat.

Her friend is flaking out and not returning her calls.

It’s a problem because we only have the freezer space for ½ a beef.

Would any of you be interested in a ½ or even a ¼ of a beef? Delivery would be around November 23. It’s (off the top of my head) about $1500 for a ½ and $750 for a ¼. It’s incredibly high quality beef (we’ve been nibbling on a previous ½ of a beef since March).

This offer also applies to anyone you may know. As long as they aren’t the flake-out kind who will leave us in a lurch like this.

PS: During the last lock down steaks at Costco were about $18/lb.

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From: Tom Sparks To: Public Comments Subject: Scott Atlas White House Doctor.... Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 8:56:59 AM

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Wow...the new White House Doctor, Scott Atlas was quoted as saying, people should "rise up against the virus control measures", that are being put back into place to control the runaway virus numbers. He's speaking to the same gun centered crowds that we have seen over and over again.... flaunting common sense and intelligent efforts to bring the virus numbers down. Those virus case numbers are close to 200,000 per day..and can only get worse. And since there is a trump base still out there demanding the virus hoax end..... well what can one say? Seems like just about anything the right doesn't agree with is grounds to bring out the guns and brandish them about, so where can all of this lead? Well we only have to look at the death tolls from the virus to see the answer... 250,000 people dead, millions sick and unable to work...and the guns come out demanding the public should rise up. Sheer stupidity. So ...rise up and do what? Go to your family member's funeral, or you neighbor's funeral? How many people have to die before these gunners get it? Masks can save this country, but nothing can save us from willful ignorance. tom parks From: Tom Sparks To: Public Comments Subject: Gun range operting hours violation...yet again and again Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020 8:54:22 AM

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Ok....the gun range was ablaze with gunfire on Thursday the 12 of Nov.. Sunset is guns down time...sunset was 4:35Pm. The lound and rapid gunfire continued unabated from about 4 pm until 5pm.

So here's the question....is it going to take a lawsuit to get the commissioners and staff to enforce the gun range's operation hours? Why can't you just lightly threaten them with their lease, if they don't tow the line? seems so obvious and so simple.....fear on your part? lack of political will? work ethic? which is it? tom parks From: Tom Sparks To: Public Comments Subject: What does it all mean? Date: Monday, November 9, 2020 8:36:40 AM

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Morning,

It was quite the roller coaster ride this last week..but with a solid 290, President -Elect Joe Biden can now settle into his new job. and to the orange loser, good riddance!

In discussions with people here in PT over the last week, one thing is clear, people are relieved that any and all presidential support for the out of control militia groups who have been responsible for so much of the deadly street violence will come to an abrupt end, Finally.

And just as a reminder, sunset is at 4:40 pm today and will continue to get earlier and earlier for the next 6 weeks and sunset will not get any later than today for 12 more weeks. Mother Nature rules.

Consider this a request from our neighborhood... take some time to visit the areas around the gun range on wed. mornings, Saturday afternoons, and especially Sunday mornings after 10:30 am...just to get a handle on the gun noise. Also, as we have requested before, bring some work you have to do with you, sit in your car on a Wednesday morning in our neighborhood ( say ..the humane society parking lot ) and see how much work you can get down with the windows down...that's what daily life is like for the hundreds of families who petitioned you (remember, you were petitioned ) for meaningful change and reduction of the gun noise that rages unabated from the gun range, day in and day out, including the harassement gunfire which continues.( Notwithstanding the adamant denial by mr. Brothertion ) And Lastly..how about an update on the progress of the gun noise abatement that was promised by the range management in exchange for their extended county land leases? Have a nice and quiet day today ...we will, but not tomorrow or until next monday. You folks have quiet days everyday where you live. tom parks From: Tom Thiersch To: Public Comments Subject: PUBLIC COMMENT - Property taxes Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 8:23:47 AM

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Good Morning, Commissioners and staff.

On your Agenda later today is a hearing to increase property taxes by the usual "one percent plus new construction".

No doubt the increase is needed, but what's needed as well is to have property taxes calculated and assessed fairly and uniformly, as required by our state constitution.

Here's what I mean, specifically.

Properties are supposed to be assessed at their Fair Market Values.

And yet, every week, we see properties being sold at prices that are far greater than their assessed values.

Sure, some of those high prices are due to intangible factors other than the value of land and structures, particularly for commercial properties, but that can't be the case for all of them and certainly not for most residential properties.

First, I would like to have an explanation for why properties are so consistently undervalued by the assessor. The county has spent a great deal of money for software that was supposed to revalue every property every year; that doesn't seem to be happening.

Second, why isn't a property's value immediately set to whatever it sold for most recently if that selling price was greater than the assessed value?

Quote: Fair Market Value is the price that a willing buyer will pay to an unrelated but willing seller at a given moment in time.

The most recent sale price is exactly that value, at that time, with rare exceptions as noted.

If properties were to be timely assessed at their Fair Market Values, while it wouldn't affect the total amount of money received by the county, it would much more fairly distribute the tax burden among all the other taxpayers.

Stay safe, Mask Up.

Tom Thiersch, Jefferson County

From: Donald Mc Nees Jr To: Public Comments Subject: JCSA Udates Date: Monday, November 9, 2020 9:00:37 AM

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Good morning, I listened to the last public comments and feel JCSA should update the BoCC and any interested parties on our activities. First though I was interested in Gregg and Kates mention of the phone calls they received. I get between 0 and 14 messages a day that do not ring my phone, go directly to voicemail and are untraceable. These messages are just recorded gunfire. They almost never come on days our ranges are closed and usually start as activity on the ranges starts. I have become very good at deleting these and as someone who currently lives on a firing range and has lived within earshot of the range for 35 years gun noise does not bother me. Our plans are submitted to DCD for a construction permit for our Sound abatement project. We have purchased a security camera system and have a member who is expert in its installation . JCSA is operating within the requirements of our Agreement with the County and the Shooting in the County Ordinances. JCSA does not allow any military trainin or paramilitary trainin. We do not own or operate a propane Cannon. We do not block roads with trucks.. Lastly, Iwelcome Hiede and hope to keep working with the county to provide a safe place to shoot and a place to learn to shoot safely.

Thanks, Don . From: Annette Huenke To: Public Comments Subject: November 16 BOCC meeting public comment Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 8:49:10 AM

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The November 4th edition of the Leader quoted Tom Locke saying that there is 'an extreme form of denialism' spreading across the county.

One can't argue with that. The argument lies with the query around exactly who is in denial.

Locke said “The science group is saying we need to do what we’re doing now, even more of it.” Tens of thousands of medical practitioners and renowned scientists around the globe disagree with Dr. Locke’s “science group.” Are they all anti-science? The hubris is thick enough to cut with a scalpel.

Professor Carl Heneghan and Tom Jefferson from Oxford’s Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine penned an article in The Spectator last week, titled The nine worst Covid-19 biases.

They write “...growing errors have led to the government overestimating the number of people who will die from the disease, miscategorising deaths from Covid, giving a misleading impression of Covid hospital admissions and recently using out-of-date models to scare” governments into lockdowns.

The article continues: "Mass testing has taken off and the limitations of widely-used tests such as PCR have been ignored. PCR tests on their own cannot distinguish whether you are actively infected and infectious or whether you are recovering from the disease and simply have dead particles of Covid in your system. Up to a year ago a handful of laboratories were doing PCR – a highly delicate and specialised technique, vulnerable to contamination. The enormous expansion of testing in the community has meant procedures and training have been rushed through. Warnings by bodies such as the College of American Pathologists of the problems of using different uncalibrated PCR kits have been ignored. The detection of ‘cases’ in the community tell us little (apart from driving lockdowns). How many are serious; how many are contagious? No one knows.”

The article should be required reading for our Board of Health. It appears to be speaking directly to them. Lockdowns are destroying lives and livelihoods. Their outcomes will far outlast the virus. The authorities making those decisions are deeply in denial about that.

Annette Huenke (hen-key) From: Donald Mc Nees Jr To: Public Comments Subject: Thursday Training, low light conditions Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 9:22:05 AM

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Last Thursday was a low light training session by local law enforcement. Jeffcom was called and appropriate notice per our agreement were made. From: Payne, Dontae (GOV) Subject: COVID-19 November - December Statewide Restrictions Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 2:12:18 PM Attachments: image001.png image002.png image003.png image004.png image005.png image006.png COVID 19 November Statewide Restrictions.pdf proc_20-25.8.pdf Importance: High

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Good afternoon,

Yesterday, Governor Inslee announced new statewide restrictions in response to the rising cases of COVID-19 in our state. Attached you will find a signed proclamation for the new rollback restrictions and a finalized list of those restrictions, which is also available on the governor’s website. The restrictions will take effect Monday, November 16 at 11:59 PM and will remain in effect until Monday, December 14. The modified restrictions of restaurants, however, will take effect Wednesday, November 18 at 12:01 AM.

Many of you had questions about your council / board meetings and the opening of government buildings for public access. Local government buildings are not affected by these new restrictions and you should continue to follow the previous guidance issued. For info graphs from yesterday’s press conference, please use the following link. Please let me know if you have any questions.

Stay healthy, Dontae

From: Greg Overstreet To: jeffbocc Subject: Patriot Radio News Hour Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 9:28:49 AM

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Here’s my friend’s podcast if you’re interested: https://patriotarchives.blogspot.com/ He gets about 20,000 downloads a day so it’s not joke. The show is on iTunes, Spotify, etc. too.

If the show isn’t for you, that’s cool too. It’s just that your life won’t be as rich and complete. Your call.

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Good morning, Gov. Jay Inslee will address the media tomorrow via streaming video and telephone to announce the new state Department of Health secretary. The new secretary will join the governor for the announcement to provide brief remarks and answer questions. Prior to the start of the COVID-19 response, current DOH Secretary John Wiesman accepted a faculty appointment at the University of North Carolina, Gillings School of Global Public Health. Tuesday, November 17 11:30 AM - Media availability The press conference will be livestreamed by TVW.

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My apologies. Please disregard the error from my auto settings. The press conference is TODAY (11/17) at 11:30 not tomorrow.

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: White House Weekly Recap National COVID-19 Call Invite Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020 6:38:46 AM

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Office of Intergovernmental Affairs

White House IGA Weekly Recap for State, local, and Tribal officials | November 13, 2020

On behalf of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs (IGA), we are pleased to provide you with the below top-line update of this week's resources, news, and guidance from the Trump Administration and Federal partners. Also find an invitation for the White House National COVID-19 Briefing Call for State, local, and Tribal officials.

National COVID-19 Briefing Call Registration Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 Time: 1:00 PM Eastern (please note start time and time zone) Call-In Registration: *Please note that this call was originally scheduled for November 11. If you previously registered, you do not need to re-register** CLICK HERE Note: Call-in lines are limited. RSVP's will be allocated in the order they are received. You must register to join the call.

This week's recap includes updates on:

COVID-19 Update Veterans Day, 2020 National Native American Veterans Memorial National Apprenticeship Week 2020 DOJ Report on Recruiting in Rural Agencies Addressing the Threat from Chinese Military Companies We appreciate your partnership and will continue to share pertinent updates as they become available. We welcome your State, local, and Tribal official colleagues to join our distribution list. They can do so by signing-up here. As a reminder, IGA is the primary liaison between the White House and America's State and local elected officials and Tribal governments. Please do not hesitate to reach out if we can ever be of assistance.

Sincerely,

The White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs

William F. Crozer Special Assistant to the President & Deputy Director O: 202-456-8491 | C: 202-881-8545 | E: [email protected] @WilliamCrozer45

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COVID-19 Update On behalf of the White House and entire Administration, we appreciate your partnership in this all-of-America effort to respond to and recover from COVID-19. Below, find pertinent announcements regarding Federal support and coordination efforts.

Vaccine Announcement

On Friday, November 13, President Trump delivered an update from the Rose Garden announcing that the United States will be able to provide vaccines to 20 million Americans in December as a result of the unprecedented public-private partnership under Operation Warp Speed and military support for deploying logistics. Operation Warp Speed will deploy a safe, effective vaccine first to frontline workers and the most vulnerable. The Trump Administration initiated the single greatest mobilization in U.S. history—pioneering, developing, and manufacturing COVID-19 therapies and vaccines in record time.

Watch: President Trump delivers remarks on Operation Warp Speed

White House: The average development timeline for a vaccine can take 8-12 years. Through Operation Warp Speed, we're doing it in less than one year—5X faster than the fastest vaccine development in history.

Vice President Pence: We are proud to report, pending FDA approval, the @pfizer vaccine will be available before the year is out. It is an unprecedented medical mobilization and we commend the Operation Warp Speed team for developing a safe and effective vaccine for the American people.

On Monday, November 9, Pfizer announced its Coronavirus vaccine is 90 percent effective in preventing infection in over 90% of its volunteers from the Phase 3 clinical study. This unprecedented progress is a result of the Trump Administration's all-of-America, whole-of- government effort to respond to COVID-19.

Read More: Pfizer and Biontech Announce Vaccine Candidate against Covid- 19 Achieved Success in First Interim Analysis from Phase 3 Study

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Ahead of Pfizer's big announcement, Vice President Pence convened the White House Coronavirus Task Force on Monday, November 9, to discuss Pfizer's partnership with Operation Warp Speed to deliver a safe and effective vaccine.

In July, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the Department of Defense (DoD) announced an agreement with U.S.-based Pfizer Inc. for large-scale production and nationwide delivery of 100 million doses of a COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S. following the vaccine’s successful manufacture and approval. The agreement also allows the U.S. government to acquire an additional 500 million doses. This approach helps meet the U.S. government’s Operation Warp Speed goal to begin delivering 300 million of doses of safe and effective vaccine to the American people by January 2021. Ivanka Trump: @realDonaldTrump’s Operation Warp Speed, launched in May, is a massive scientific, industrial + logistical endeavor unlike anything seen since the Manhattan Project to expedite the development, manufacturing and distribution of a coronavirus vaccine!

Click here to watch Secretary Azar's latest interview on Operation Warp Speed

Fact Sheet: Explaining Operation Warp Speed

AP News: Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine is looking 90% effective

Antibody Treatment Authorization

Also on November 9, through Operation Warp Speed, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an emergency use authorization for the investigational monoclonal antibody treatment bamlanivimab for adult and pediatric patients with mild-to-moderate COVID-19. While the safety and effectiveness of this investigational therapy continues to be evaluated, bamlanivimab was shown in clinical trials to reduce COVID-19 related hospitalization or emergency room visits in patients at high risk for disease progression within 28 dats after treatment when compared to placebo.

Read More: FDA Authorizes Monoclonal Antibody for Treatment of COVID-19

Secretary Alex Azar (HHS): BREAKING: Authorization of this new Eli Lilly antibody treatment is a significant step forward in treating patients and bridging us to the rollout of safe and effective vaccines, with all of these efforts made possible by #OperationWarpSpeed.

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced that starting Wednesday, November 11, Medicare beneficiaries can receive coverage of monoclonal antibodies to treat coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) with no cost-sharing during the public health emergency (PHE).

Administrator Seema Verma (CMS): “Today, ⁦‪@CMSGov‬⁩ is announcing a historic, first-of-its kind policy that drastically expands access to #COVID19 monoclonal antibodies to beneficiaries without cost sharing."

Read More: CMS Takes Steps to Ensure Medicare Beneficiaries Have Wide Access to COVID-19 Antibody Treatment Since January, the Trump Administration has led over 1,014 COVID-19 briefings with over 243,031 State, local and Tribal participants in the most robust Federal-State collaboration in modern American history.

Veteran's Day 2020 On Wednesday, November 11, President Trump, Vice President Pence, and the entire Administration celebrated Veterans Day, 2020 and recognized the sacrifice and bravery of our Nation's veterans.

America’s veterans have fought to defend our country, its values, and its interests since the first days of our founding. They have defeated tyrants, eliminated terrorists, and secured freedom at home and abroad. Their courage and fortitude in the face of adversity serve as an example for all Americans. On Veterans Day, we pause to pay tribute to all who have proudly worn our Nation’s uniform. These Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen selflessly placed lives, well‑being, and security of others before their own. We enjoy the privileges of peace, prosperity, and freedom because of our veterans, and we are forever indebted to them beyond measure.

Read More: Proclamation on Veterans Day, 2020

The White House: On Veterans Day, we pause to pay tribute to all who have proudly worn our Nation's uniform. We enjoy the privileges of peace, prosperity, and freedom because of our veterans, and we are forever indebted to them.

Watch: Vice President Pence - Veterans Day is a time to thank and appreciate heroes who have preserved our liberty

Read More from VA Secretary Robert Wilkie: How Should Americans Show Appreciation for our Veterans

Watch: Veterans Day Message from VA Secretary Robert Wilkie

Beginning on Veterans Day, 2020, all U.S. Department of Interior-managed lands will grant veterans & Gold Star Families free access to the treasured lands they or their loved ones fought to protect. It's a tangible way we can honor the service & sacrifice of those who've worn our country's uniform.

Read More: Fees at National Parks Waived for Veterans, Gold Star Families

Native American Heritage Month 2020 On November 11 - Veterans Day - the Smithsonian celebrated the opening of the National Native American Veterans Memorial, the first national memorial dedicated solely to Native American veterans. The design is the work of artist Harvey Pratt, a veteran, and member of the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes of Oklahoma. A group of Native and non-Native jurors unanimously selected his design called Warriors' Circle of Honor from more than 120 submissions.

Memorial honoring Native American veterans to open in 2020

The $15 million project was funded from private contributions. Native American tribes and entities are the largest—and the majority of—the 85 or so contributors. Top donors include the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes, Chickasaw Nation, Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies, Poarch Band of Creek Indians, San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, and Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community. Other sponsors include Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, Calista Corporation, and Doyon, Limited, all of which are Alaska Native corporations. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation Employees and Supporters also contributed, as Pratt is a retired forensic artist and a retired investigator for the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation.

Read More: Native American Veterans Receive a Place of Their Own to Reflect and to Heal

In honor of Veterans Day 2019, last year, the Trump Administration recognized the service of our Nation's Native American Veterans with the White House Conference on Supporting Contemporary Native American Veterans. The conference brought together Native American veterans, active duty service members, and others for a day of briefings and discussion with Vice President Mike Pence, Secretary Robert Wilkie (VA), Secretary David Bernhardt (DOI) and other Senior Administration Officials.

Vice President Mike Pence: Honored to meet with Native American Veterans Today! Native Americans have bravely served our country in uniform and we are forever grateful for the contribution they have made to the life of our nation. Thank you for your service!

National Apprenticeship Week 2020 On Friday, November 6, President Trump issued a Presidential Proclamation on National Apprenticeship Week to help provide American workers tangible skills and an industry-recognized credential. Apprenticeships strengthen our Nation’s economy and help millions of men and women provide for their families without taking on the financial burden of student loans and other related debt. During National Apprenticeship Week, we celebrate the American workers who create a brighter future for themselves and their families through apprenticeships, and we further our commitment to bolstering opportunity as we continue our economic comeback.

Watch: You can start a new career right away with an apprenticeship!

On Thursday, November 12, Secretary of Labor Eugene Scalia, Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross, and Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos ratified a Joint Declaration of Intent with their German counterparts concerning cooperation on apprenticeships, vocational education and training. The signing, during National Apprenticeship Week, represents the firm commitment of the U.S. Departments of Labor, Commerce and Education in advancing the Trump Administration’s pledge to create a highly skilled 21st century workforce providing well-paying jobs for American workers.

The new Joint Declaration of Intent will create more formal structures and strategies for the United States and Germany to cooperate on apprenticeship and vocational education including encouraging businesses to establish quality apprenticeship programs in both countries; increasing access to work-based learning, including apprenticeships, for students and workers; fostering cooperative efforts among state and local governments, companies, trade and industry groups, non-profit organizations, unions, and other stakeholders to develop industry-driven apprenticeships and career and technical education systems; and facilitating bilateral exchanges of apprentices and trainers.

Department of Labor: During National Apprenticeship Week, @USDOL advances its commitment to expanding apprenticeship opportunities for U.S. workers by signing a Joint Declaration with Germany to cooperate in establishing apprenticeship programs in both countries. #NAW2020 Secretary Wilbur Ross (DOC): The @realDonaldTrump Administration’s level of cooperation on apprenticeship programs with Germany comes at a critical time as both of our countries are experiencing an economic resurgence.

Secretary Betsy DeVos (Ed): This admin is rethinking workforce prep by expanding on-the-job learning & apprenticeship opportunities—our dynamic economy demands it. Great to join @SecGeneScalia, @SStumpOCTAE, @JohnnyCTaylorJr for a discussion on how educators & employers can partner to better serve students.

Since President Trump took office, over 660,000 apprentices have been hired across the United States. Lean more about apprenticeships at apprenticeship.gov.

Read More: U.S. Departments of Labor, Commerce and Education Sign Six Party Joint Declaration of Intent with Germany

Last month, U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos announced additional funding for the Federal Work Study (FWS) Experimental Sites, an initiative which expands earn-and-learn opportunities for students by removing barriers to off-campus jobs, allowing students to work more hours, and permitting institutions to pay students for work-based learning such as apprenticeships, externships, and clinical rotations.

Read More: U.S. Department of Education Announces Additional Funding For Earn-and-Learn Opportunities to Prepare Postsecondary Students for Career Success

DOJ Releases Report on Recruiting and Retaining Officers in Small and Rural Agencies On Monday, November 9, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Community Oriented Policing Services published a Report entitled, “Recruiting and Retaining Officers in Small and Rural Agencies."

In December 2019, the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services held a day-long forum to discuss recruitment and retention challenges for smaller and more rural law enforcement agencies, as these agencies often handle a broader array of duties than urban departments and, owing to their small size, tend to spend more time per officer on service and crime prevention. The forum’s 32 participants included police chiefs, captains, lieutenants, academic experts, researchers, and agency directors of state police standards. This published report reflects the input of the forum’s diverse group of participants regarding the challenges faced by small and rural agencies and the strategies that have proven to be successful for some small and rural agencies. Report: Recruiting and Retaining Officers in Small and Rural Agencies

COPS Office (DOJ): NEW RELEASE | The COPS Office is pleased to announce the release of its newest publication, "Recruiting and Retaining Officers in Small and Rural Agencies." #RuralPolicing #CommunityPolicing

Addressing the Threat from Securities Investments that Finance Communist Chinese Military Companies On Thursday, November 12, President Trump signed an Executive Order to protect American investors from funding Communist Chinese military companies, including those designated by the Department of Defense in June and August of 2020. Below you will find additional information including the Executive Order and National Security Advisor Robert C. O’Brien’s statement.

“Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order to protect American investors from funding Communist Chinese military companies, including those designated by the Department of Defense in June and August of 2020. Many of these companies are publicly traded on stock exchanges around the world, and individual investors in the United States can unknowingly provide funds to them through passive institutional investment vehicles such as mutual funds and retirement plans. The President’s action serves to protect American investors from unintentionally providing capital that goes to enhancing the capabilities of the People’s Liberation Army and People’s Republic of China intelligence services, which routinely target American citizens and businesses through cyber operations, and directly threaten the critical infrastructure, economy, and military of America and its allies and partners around the world. President Trump has no higher priority than the security of the American people.”

Read More: Executive Order on Addressing the Threat from Securities Investments that Finance Communist Chinese Military Companies

Unsubscribe Office of Intergovernmental Affairs · 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW · Washington, DC 20500-0003 · USA · 202-456- 1111 From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: AHA! Auction for JCHS Education Programs Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020 7:59:41 AM

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Clockwise: Frank Samuelson Ark, 2020, The Schooner Adventuress, Kalaloch Lodge, PT Foundry

Silent Auction Kick-Off & Toast with Special Guests Nov 29, 5:00PM

Silent Auction Closes Dec 6, Noon

Join us in raising funds for JCHS youth and adult education programs in the arts, history, and humanities. Let's share our passion for Jefferson County arts & history and honor all the people who have and continue to call this place home through time.

We are fueled by your support! Participate in our end-of year fundraiser with your bids on amazing artworks and adventures in maritime heritage, local artist studio tours, a private screening for you and yours at the Rose Theater, a weekend of R&R at Kalaloch Lodge, and much more.

BIG LOVE to all who contributed to make the AHA! Auction possible! Paul Havas, Rock Skyline - Cascades, 1994 Relief Print

Special Note!

As you preview the artworks in the auction catalog, you can make an appointment to view artworks in person at the Jefferson Museum of Art & History starting Monday, November 16 through December 5. Email Executive Director Shelly Leavens with your preferred date and time between 10:00AM and 4:00PM.

We hope you will find something that will fill you with joy and also provide an opportunity to give back into our community through the JCHS mission. We strive to utilize collections, research, exhibits and programs to bring people together to share, learn and be inspired by Jefferson County arts and heritage.

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: COVID Fund final grants Date: Saturday, November 14, 2020 4:55:27 PM

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COVID Fund & Community Response Update

November 14, 2020

Hello friends,

From the very beginning of the COVID crisis, you have responded with deep concern for the most vunerable in our community. None of us knew what was going to happen eight months ago when we opened the fund, but we have navigated the changing needs - together. Our local non profits responded with heart and innovation to the needs of our community, and you responded with extraordinary generosity. Together we have raised over $713,000 for the families, farmers, seniors and students of Jefferson County! We are so proud of this community.

The COVID Fund Grantmaking Team met on October 23, 2020 and awarded the balance of $139,603 to the following organizations:

Society of St. Vincent de Paul of East Jefferson County: $30,000 to provide individuals and families meet some of their most immediate and limited financial needs.

Bayside Housing: $18,155 to maintain housing for families and help them stay in a safe and stable housing situation for 5 families of 3 for two months.

COAST Shelter Team: $1,000 to provide 10 hospital grade mattresses for shelter guests.

Habitat for Humanity of East Jefferson County: $13,000 to ensure that their work continues in the face of unknown pandemic trends with AmeriCorps service members.

Gateway to Freedom: $5,000 to provides transportation, tents, sleeping bags, clothing and toiletries for struggling community members.

Jefferson County Food Bank Association: $17,000 to protect clients and volunteers with Personal Protective Equipment, expand the Farm-to- Foodbank Pantry and equipment for maintaining operation outdoors in a Covid-safe environment.

Jefferson County Farmers Market Association: $11,490 to support SNAP Matching programs that support community members experiencing food insecurity in accessing nutritious food while stabilizing local farm revenue through direct-to-consumer sales.

Weekend Nutrition Program: $2,000 to provide weekend backpacks of food for students in need in Quilcene and Brinnon.

Jefferson Healthcare Foundation: $1,800 to addresses hunger by providing two days of shelf-stable food to any patient in need at their clinic or hospital visit. The Benji Project: $7,500 to support stress management and emotional resilience training programs for adolescents ages 11 to 19 in the areas of Port Townsend, Chimacum, Brinnon and Quilcene in Jefferson County in the 2020-2021 school year.

Skillmation: $2,500 to provide Jefferson County students with free online subject coaches to help with online academics, organizational skills and serves as a caring adult.

First Step Family Support Center/Kaleidoscope Play and Learn: $7,000 to provide families in Brinnon and Port Hadlock with essential supplies like diapers, wipes, formula, grocery and fuel gift cards and face coverings.

Olympic Angels: $4,000 to ensure that every young person in foster care on the Olympic Peninsula has healthy, affirming, and lasting adult relationships.

Quimper Grange: $4,900 to provide a safe ventilation and air filtration system for the low-cost community venue.

Dove House Advocacy Services: $14,258 to make a significant upgrade in-office computer system and provide new laptops to staff for working remotely.

This brings the total amount awarded from the COVID Fund to $700,929.

A special thank you to the Grantmaking Team: Meredith Wagner - former Executive Director of the JC Libraries District Kathleen Kler - former County Commissioner District 3 Jean Baldwin - former Director of Health at the JC Public Health Department Rose Lincoln Hamilton - Board Chair of Jefferson Community Foundation.

Looking forward While we celebrate the achievements and collective power of the COVID Fund, we are aware of the continued need in our community and the uncertainty of the future. We hope you will consider supporting the Give Jefferson Campaign which launches this weekend. Our local non profits have spent the past eight months scaling up and responding to emergent needs, they now need our support with general operating funds to keep their organizations healthy as we move into 2021.

You are amazing and none of this is possible without your trust and continued partnership!

With much gratitude,

Siobhan and the JCF Team

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Annual Broadband Speed Test Date: Sunday, November 15, 2020 4:00:49 AM

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Annual Broadband Speed Test

The Washington State Broadband Office mapping initiative will help identify gaps in high-speed internet service and areas of broadband infrastructure. To advance the state’s goal to have universal broadband access in Washington by 2024, mapping tests are a very important tool. The PLVC Utilities Committee is monitoring Jefferson County in its Broadband initiative. Residents of Port Ludlow may choose to be part of the solution in having universal broadband access by taking the SPEED TEST survey. By clicking on the following link, your participation will be easy, quick, secure, and informative: www.commerce.wa.gov/building-infrastructure/washington- statewide-broadband-act/speedtestsurvey/ The PLVC Utilities Committee is providing you this as an information resource to our community and not as an endorsement.

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SUBJ: SPECIAL WSAC Virtual Assembly: COVID Emergency Response Plan and Safe Start Reset Monday, November 16, 2020, 11:00 a.m. - noon Virtual – Zoom Meeting

As most of you know, Governor Inslee is planning to announce new emergency restrictions and recommendations this morning at 11 a.m. We have arranged for representatives of the Governor’s Office to be available to speak with WSAC members TOMORROW at 11 a.m. (Monday). I know this is both short notice and conflicts with meetings you likely have locally. We will record the meeting and post it as we do with most of our virtual COVID-19 meetings/discussions.

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WHAT: SPECIAL WSAC Virtual Assembly: COVID Emergency Response Plan and Safe Start Reset

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Attached is information that was provided to us this morning. There are updates, refinements, and clarifications being made to this list and an associated table/chart that illustrates the information. As updates are provided, we will forward them to you.

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FROM: Eric Johnson, Executive Director Washington State Association of Counties

SUBJ: SPECIAL WSAC Virtual Assembly: COVID Emergency Response Plan and Safe Start Reset Monday, November 16, 2020, 11:00 a.m. - noon Virtual – Zoom Meeting

Please note the following information for this SPECIAL WSAC Virtual Assembly:

WHO: WSAC Members and Key Partners

WHAT: SPECIAL WSAC Virtual Assembly: COVID Emergency Response Plan and Safe Start Reset

WHEN: Monday, November 16, 2020 11:00 a.m. - Noon

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: 11/19 Timber Counties Caucus Agenda Date: Sunday, November 15, 2020 3:38:54 PM Attachments: CLC Timber Counties Agenda 11.19.20.docx

From: Paul Jewell Sent: Sunday, November 15, 2020 3:37:12 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Timber Counties Subject: 11/19 Timber Counties Caucus Agenda

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Timber Counties Caucus Members,

Attached is the agenda for our meeting on Thursday, 11/19, during the County Leaders Conference.

We’ll be hearing from Mason Bruce & Girard about the progress they’ve made evaluating the impacts on counties and their economies from the Marbled Murrelet Long-term Conservation Strategy.

We’ll also be hearing directly from the DNR about their work evaluating the performance of the trust lands portfolio.

Please plan to participate if you are able.

I look forward to seeing you all there.

Sincerely,

-- Paul Jewell | Policy Director – Water, Land Use, Environment & Solid Waste Washington State Association of Counties | wsac.org [email protected] | 360.489.3024

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Questions for the November 16th BOCC Meeting Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 12:50:21 AM

From: Kathleen Keenan Sent: Monday, November 16, 2020 12:49:59 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton; KPTZ VTeam; Kate Dean; Keppie Keplinger; Tom Locke; Willie Bence; David Sullivan; jeffbocc Subject: Questions for the November 16th BOCC Meeting

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Good morning...... KPTZ listeners have submitted several questions this week which reflect their heightened concern with our rising community acquired cases. With new restrictions from Governor Inslee, clarification regard parameters for holiday gatherings and sharing are front and center.

I recently have seen NextDoor members encourage their community to listen to the broadcast and submit questions. The audience is growing, listening and clearly intent on adapting to new guideline and restrictions. This is encouraging given what we all face this winter.

With my gratitude,

Kate Keenan, KPTZ Virus Watch Team

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Questions for November 16th BOCC Meeting:

Dr. Tom Locke:

1. What is the difference between an N95 respirator and an KN95 respirator? I heard that some of the KN95 respirators are not as protective as the N95 respirators. Is there a list of the best manufacturers?

2. Three geographical areas are listed for Covid-19 case counts in this county. Would Dr. Locke list what towns are included in each of the areas?

3. Costco announced it will now require shoppers with medical exemptions to wear face shields starting Monday. With steeply rising new Covid-19 infections, I’m concerned businesses in Jefferson County might take a cue from Costco and relax their policies and allow face shields. What will you tell local businesses that follow Costco’s mistake?

4. What proportion of the population must be vaccinated to significantly reduce the prevalence of Covid-19 and allowing the re-opening of our economy?

5. Recently, quarantine was described to me as ‘staying masked and being careful’. This is not my definition of quarantine….I understood quarantine as staying home 100% with no contact with anyone outside of your immediate household for a specific period of time. Is the definition changing?

6. Baking for others is traditional during the holidays. What is the risk now in sharing these traditional gifts during this pandemic? How can we make it as safe as possible? Will the Public Health Department have cookies on its counters during the holidays?

Covid-19 testing:

1. Governor Inslee’s new restrictions describe a protocol for those wishing to travel and have small gatherings for the holidays. If travelers decide to quarantine for 7 days, plus getting a Covid19 test, will they be able to be tested in the days before Thanksgiving in Jefferson County in a timely manner?

2. At the recommendation of a consulting nurse, I called the Covid-19 Nurse consultation number and have been waiting for a response. How long is a reasonable time to wait for a return call to get an appointment?

3. My insurance carrier would cover COVID-19 testing test by Jefferson Health. Will Jefferson Health accept an “outside” doctor/consulting nurse order for COVID testing ?

Public Health Strategies:

1. Pfizer’s vaccine has been reported to be about 90% effective, more than the 60% effectiveness of this year’s flu vaccine. How does this compare to the protection provided by smallpox, polio, tetanus and other routinely used vaccines?

Board of County Commissioners/Chamber of Commerce: (none submitted) EOC:

1. With Dr. Locke’s discussion about medical face masks last week, can Willie Bence discuss the availability of these types of masks? I don’t want to order them if it means front line workers will suffer from a shortage of these types of masks. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Chamber Cafe Friday, Nov 20 Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 8:20:17 AM

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Join us on Zoom, Friday morning, 11.20.20 at 10:00 for an hour of Chamber Cafe, a community conversation with Habitat for Humanity.

We will be discussing their new 5 year plan to help alleviate the housing crisis in Jefferson County. Join us at Chamber Cafe to "Learn More"

Please register for this session. A code will be needed for meeting access. There is no cost to attend. Take the Pledge You do not need to be a Chamber member to participate but will need to bring your own coffee and muffins! Chamber Cafe We Are All in This Together! Your Community Conversation

Your Ad could be reaching this large audience at no cost to you! Just ask us! The Chamber is investing in our Community & YOUR business.

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Local 20/20 logo Local 20/20 Weekly Announcements November 16, 2020 Along the Larry Scott Trail in November by Dave Seabrook

COVID-19 Update on Mon, Nov 16th*Update* The Weekly COVID-19 update with Jefferson County Public Health Officer, Dr. Thomas Locke at today's meeting of the County Commission. To watch live or recorded videos of the entire 9 a.m. Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) meeting, including the 9:45 a.m. COVID-19 update, go to the website for videos of meetings. You can choose “Streaming Live” or, if viewing later, “Recorded.” You can also listen live to Dr. Locke at 9:45 a.m. on KPTZ or later on the KPTZ home page. And see below, in Community Notices, for how to be COVID S.M.A.R.T.!

City of Port Townsend Shoreline Master Program Survey - Now- Mon, Nov 23rd *New* *Online* How do we protect and restore valuable aquatic resources for future generations, provide for water-dependent uses, and ensure access to public shorelines? The City of Port Townsend is conducting a periodic review of its 2007 Shoreline Master Program (SMP) and we want to hear from you. Policies and regulations contained in the SMP apply to shorelines along Port Townsend Bay, Admiralty Inlet, Straits of Juan de Fuca, Kah Tai Lagoon, and Chinese Gardens Lagoon. Please help guide this project by providing your input on our online survey here.

Jefferson County Greenhouse Gas Inventory Public Presentation - Tues, Nov 17th *Online* The Jefferson County / Port Townsend Climate Action Committee is hosting two zoom meetings to roll out to the public the Greenhouse Gas Inventory Report that was completed last spring. Join the Climate Action Committee and City of Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro to hear about the primary sources of our greenhouse gas emissions in Jefferson County, what progress has been made since the 2005 inventory, and next steps. Time: 11/17/20, 7:00 - 8:30 pm Location: zoom link, or call in at 253 215 8782 with Meeting ID: 990 7236 7634 and Passcode: 302719

Local 20/20 Steering Council Meeting, Wed, Nov 18th *New* *Online* The monthly Local 20/20 Steering Council meeting is open to all and welcomes those interested in active involvement in Local 20/20 leadership. Newcomers are always welcome. If you'd like a virtual orientation, please email Marlow. For online meeting information, contact Mark . Time: 4 pm – 6 pm Location: Online

Coffee with PT City Manager John Mauro on KPTZ - Thurs, Nov 19th

Brewocracy has a new weekly time slot on KPTZ - Thursdays, from 12:10 to 12:40 pm. Discovery Road DJ host Tim Quackenbush hosts Port Townsend City Manager John Mauro in a live broadcast that encourages productive dialogue. John takes questions that listeners call in to 360-215-7270 during the 12:10 to 12:40 p.m. broadcast. You can also email questions to Tim Quackenbush. See the KPTZ event page here for links to join the Zoom meeting. Or simply tune in to KPTZ at 91.9 FM. Check KPTZ for the schedule, and find recorded conversations on the Discovery Road page.

Discovering the Forest Online Class - Fri, Nov 20th *New* *Online* The Jefferson Land Trust is offering a new class (an offshoot of the popular Nature In Your Neighborhood program) once a month to learn about community forests: how we can tell if they're healthy, ways we can ensure they thrive, and how a forest's abundance can nourish our community. From November through February, a variety of local community members will guide these events. Go here for more information and to register. Time: 4-5:30 pm Location: Online

Port Townsend Farmers Market - Sat, Nov 21st Beginning November 7th, the Port Townsend Saturday Market will run 10 am-2 pm, and hours for online store pickup will change to 10am-noon. You can place your order online here by 1 pm Thursday and pick it up during market hours. Ther e is an option for bike delivery of online orders from the farmers' market. Find out more here. Don't forget your mask! Time: 10 am-2 pm Location: Uptown, Tyler Street.

Free Thanksgiving Dinners with Curbside Pickup - Thurs, Nov 26th *New* The Holiday Meals/Tri Area Community Meals organization is once again preparing a hot Thanksgiving Dinner with turkey, potatoes, vegetables, roll and a cookie. Reservations are required for pickup. Call 360-379–4228 and follow the instructions. Pickup is located at the Tri-Area Community Center, 10 West Valley Road in Chimacum and runs from noon—2 pm. Deliveries are reserved for only those that do not have transportation OR are homebound. Leave a message and we will contact you about delivery details. Due to COVID-19—inside dining is not available. They will follow up each call to confirm your reservation and/or get delivery information. Volunteers, please call 360-379-4228 and leave a message. Donations can be sent to: 1240 West Sims Way #286 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Time: noon- 2 pm Location: The Tri-Area Community Center, 10 West Valley Road in Chimacum

From Christmas Hunt to Christmas Bird Count - Thurs, Dec 3rd *Online* Friends of Fort Flagler is excited to offer an opportunity to learn how a holiday tradition changed from killing to counting our feathered friends. Gary Eduardo Perless will be sharing his experiences with us about the Christmas Bird Count on Marrowstown Island and offer tips on identifying the types of birds that call Fort Flagler home. Gary Eduardo Perless is a volunteer naturalist with the Audubon Society, leading walks throughout Jefferson County. He has a degree in Geography, has worked as a science teacher, outdoor educator, and conservation promoter for a Peruvian cloud forest reserve near Machu Picchu. The program will be offered online and free to the public as part of an effort by Friends of Fort Flagler to expand their focus to include the natural history of the park. Go here to learn more about Friends of Fort Flagler, volunteer, or become a member. To register, send your name, email and the city of residence here. Upon emailing us, they will send you the links and instructions. Time: 6 pm Location: Online

Sign Up Now for WSU Extension's Online Home Horticulture Class this Winter *New* *Online* Would you like to be a better gardener? Learn more about soil, composting, diagnosing plant problems, growing fruit and vegetables, and much more at the WSU Home Horticulture course online this winter. The wide range of topics will be taught by WSU faculty, staff, Master Gardeners, and other regional experts. Saturday mornings, January 9 to April 24 (excluding April 3), 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.

Students will have access to the WSU Extension online Master Gardener Training Modules and the Master Gardener manual. There is the option to earn a Home Horticulture Certificate by completing assigned homework and quizzes. Please note: if you are interested in using this class as a step to become a Jefferson county Master Gardener, please contact Bridget Gregg at for details. Tuition for this comprehensive course is $300. Register here . Spaces are limited and registration will close on December 18th or when the class is full, whichever comes first.

Community Notices

Local 20/20 COVID-19 Resources l2020.org/COVID-19/ *Online* A central location for community-wide information relating to COVID-19, updated frequently. Includes Reliable Information Sources, Food Sources, Community Covid-19 Resource pages, Giving and Getting Assistance, Community Events Online, Community Face Mask Program, and information web posts related to COVID-19. Look in the red box at the top of the page for all the newest information.

Rising COVID Case Rates - Rising COVID Risk! *New* The Jefferson County community has done exceptionally well holding wide spread COVID at bay. Good Job!! We are now faces with a third wave and rising rates in our county. We must not let up and get lax in our vigilance! The Department of Emergnecy Management is asking you to: Be COVID S.M.A.R.T. !

S: Sanitize Frequently M: Mask appropriately - even with family & friends outside your household A: When socializing - stay in good air flow. Outside or Inside with fans and open windows R: Room Between People - Social Distancing reduces virus transmission T: Technology for Gatherings - Use zoom or other conferencing technology instead of in person visits

Take the Students for Sustainability Survey on Plastic Bag Ban *Online* Students for Sustainability is a group of Port Townsend High School students who are taking action to mitigate climate change. This summer they successfully passed a single-use plastic drinking straw and stirrers ban that is set to go into effect on January 1st, 2021. They were able to do that because of the support of people like you. Now, they are hoping to strengthen the Plastic Bag Ban in Port Townsend to make it more effective. They would greatly appreciate your help in filling out this short survey. They are going to use these answers in their presentation to City Council. They thank you in advance!

Openings for 2021 Farm Intern Applicants Sunfield Biodynamic Farm in Port Hadlock seeking 2021 Farm Intern Applicants! The internship starts April 1st and ends October 31st, with an option to go through the winter with reduced hours. Farm food, housing, and a small stipend is provided. Please email Ezra with a cover letter, resume, and references. For more information see Internship Opportunity

Join the Jefferson County Farmers Market Board of Directors The Jefferson County Farmers Market Board is an enthusiastic group of market vendors and community members who love local food and strengthening our local economy. We have two open board member positions. If you have: experience with fundraising, marketing, policy writing, graphic design; connections with organizations or groups; or experience inspiring people to volunteer their time, please consider applying! Send a completed application here. Learn more here.

Local 20/20 Social Justice Workgroup Webpage Now Live *Online* Besides the Local 20/20 Social Justice Statement and Addendum, the newly launched pages feature sources we are reading and discussing, community organizations and businesses to support, a spotlight on a regional community artist, and links to other reading and visual resources. Our intent is to learn and share how to be an antiracist, how to support antiracist policies and ideas, and how to incorporate anti-racism into our core purpose, identifying the relationship between climate justice and social justice. To view the new pages, go here. You can find it here or at the Resiliency of the Heart group webpages.

Here's a Handy Page Listing Local Farms, Farm Stands, and CSAs! Support our local farmers! Go here to find out about farms and farm stands you can visit. Local 20/20 lists what each farm sells and even a map of local food sources. In addition, there's a link provided for similar information for Clallam and Kitsap counties.

Local 20/20 Statement on Systemic Racial and Social Inequities

As our hearts, minds, and bodies survive and move through the COVID 19 pandemic and into the uprising of voices demanding social and racial justice sparked by the murder of George Floyd at the hands of law enforcement, Local 20/20 acknowledges the existence of systemic racial and social inequities in our country. With compassion, we “take a knee” in solidarity with victims of oppression in any form. We pledge to work harder at understanding what it takes to make positive change toward our collective goals for policy that reflect antiracist actions and ideas. Local 20/20’s mission is to promote sustainability and resilience through advocacy and education. We recognize that our goals of a healthy existence for all can ONLY be achieved through policies that uphold racial and social equity. As we enjoy the benefits of living in this incredible paradise, we also acknowledge that we live on land usurped by European Settlers from the Jamestown S’Klallam, the Lower Elwah Klallam, the Port Gamble S’Klallam, the Skokomish, the Quinault, the Quileute, the Hoh, and the Makah tribes. Read about actions that have emerged since we first posted this statement. See updated readings in our Resilience Review section below on this topic.

Host a Meeting on the Local Housing Emergency *Online*

The HSN's Outreach Housing Action Team is releasing the Cultivating Community Solutions to the Housing Crisis video online to continue reaching broader audiences and inspiring more action. You can view the video here. You can continue spreading this call to action by sharing this video in the community. COVID-19 is a threat multiplier to the challenges our struggling community members were already facing. You can join the HSN Giving Circle here.

Just Soup on Tuesdays On Tuesday, 11:30-1:30, Just Soup provides free, hot soup lunches at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1020 Jefferson St, on the Tyler St. bus line [by the Bell Tower.] Enter the rear church parking lot on Franklin, and whether you are on foot, bike, or car, you will be in line for curbside pickup, with masks, gloves, and safe distancing protocols in place. Pick up a lunch for yourself or your neighbor in need. No questions asked. Many partners and supporters have come together to feed Port Townsend one bowl at a time!!! This information also appears on Local 20/20 COVID- 19 Resources Meals Page here. Times and Locations: 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Paul's Episcopal Church

Download Port Townsend Walking Times Map

Local 20/20 Transportation Lab's popular walking times map is downloadable here. It provides approximate travel time on foot between points. Estimates are based on an average speed of 3 mph. Walking is healthy, social, fun, costs nothing, keeps your carbon footprint small and allows you to maintain social distance. Use the map to find new routes across our beautiful town. Emergency Text Alerts from Jefferson County Sign up to receive Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management’s emergency alerts by text on your mobile phone and/or by email. NIXLE messages provide crucial information in an emergency & are sent directly to your text-enabled device and/or email. The sign up web page also has information about other alert and warning systems, including the tsunami warning system and the WSDOT alert system.

A Tool for Neighborhood Organization Nextdoor is a private social network for YOUR neighborhood. Use this link to join one of 59 Nextdoor Neighborhoods in Jefferson County. Currently there are 11,724 subscribers, with many new members joining each day. Email Pete Hubbard with questions or comments.

Calling Local Photographers!

Local 20/20 Weekly Announcements invites local photographers to submit images that capture the character of our community and its natural setting. For the opening photo of each weekly email, we seek local color, horizontal (“landscape”) orientation, and jpeg format. Please no children, pets or recognizable faces. Kindly send to [email protected]. Please include your name in the jpeg filename. We are an all-volunteer non-profit, so compensation for your talent and generosity is a photo credit and our profound thanks.

Resilience Readings Do you have readings, podcasts or videos to share that are aligned with our Local 20/20 mission? Please submit them here for consideration.

No Matter Who Wins The 2020 election is behind us and many people feel optimistic for our future once again. Thus it is a good time to inject some big picture reality into the equation. Some may equate reality with pessimism but as our political leaders begin to transition to establishing new priorities and approaches to problem solving it would be good to base our plans on reality and science. Nate Hagens is with the University of Minnesota and the Institute for the Study of Energy and the Future. He is one of those big picture guys, especially in finance and energy systems. Just before the election he wrote an essay in which he draws our attention back to the really big problems we face, all of which have in recent months been forced off the radar screen of our limited attention spans. He covers the impact of COVID and its economic impact, pending oil supply problems, and our interdependence with the natural world as well as offering some great titanic iceberg analogies. Hagens offers a number of quotes that begin with the same phrase “No matter who wins the election” such as “we will have to face a more complex and less certain energy future.” Readers are encouraged to take the time and inform themselves on the Big Picture with Nate Hagens, find the article here.

How to Fix Our Country's Empathy Problem, Starting with the Farmworkers Who Keep Us Fed This article from Salon’s Ashlie Stevens provides good food for thought. It takes up the situation of the migrant workers who play a key role in our food supply chain. Most of us are mostly unaware of the role these essential workers play and of the conditions with which they contend. Stevens argues that many of us have lost a sense of empathy, that we don’t consider the suffering that others must endure simply to earn the money needed to support themselves and their families. We have become deficient in empathy. As we consider how to make our local food system more resilient for the challenging times ahead, we should create a system that works for all stakeholders. Justice for front line workers fosters stability and resilience and, more importantly, it is simply the right priority for our fellow human beings. Please find the article here.

Einstein’s Take on Capitalism, Socialism and a New Kind of Business & What Evil Lurks Poised at the precipice of this particular national election, many of us are experiencing anxiety. We are unsure of both the electoral outcome and of the consequences of the result as expressed by the reactions of those on “the other side” of our politically polarized society. Thus it seems like a perfect time to take a deliberate moment and turn the focus inward. Are we as a People really so divided, or is this a construct that comes from within ourselves and, if given free rein, threatens extreme and disastrous results for all? The two articles below from Resilience.org offer much to the reader willing to take time to look inward and consider such tough questions. The first, authored by Eduardo Sasso, is Einstein’s Take on Capitalism, Socialism and a New Kind of Business. The more I learn about Einstein the more I am impressed. The patent clerk turned scientist was also an amazing philosopher. Sasso starts with the premise that “we are still largely governed by the old dichotomy of business vs. society." Sasso draws from Einstein’s Out of My Later Years and offers a quote that seems especially relevant: ‘The crisis of our time concerns the relationship of individual to society [whereby the individual] does not experience his dependence on society as a positive asset, as an organic tie or as a protective force, but rather as a threat to his/her rights or to his economic existence." Sasso shows how Einstein favored a new model blending market mechanisms with socialism’s goal of benefiting all. Blending science with religion and philosophy. "In the quest for a more noble society, we must leave behind the shores of comfort and venture instead towards unknown yet far more promising destinations." The second essay is from John Michael Greer and examines our inherent capacity for good and evil from three perspectives. In What Evil Lurks, Greer examines the 1930’s radio show, Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings, and Jung’s psychological archetypes. Fittingly for our present times, perhaps, all three of these concepts were products of the 1930’s. Similarly today, many of us fear a shadowy threat of economic depression and war. Greer helps provide context to our present situation “where one party accuses the other of being full-blown goose-stepping Nazis and the other party insists that the first are Satan- worshiping pedophiles.” He asks us to consider how the manifestation of the shadow of evil is a projection onto others of what is inside each of us. Greer’s goal is to have us find a solution to the present threat other than mutual slaughter.

On Fire Local 20/20's monthly PT Leader column for October is about the increasing fire risk west of the Cascades. Human caused climate change is making wildfires worse. Climate experts project that wildfire risk will increase significantly this century west of the Cascades where much of the fuel is Yet another reminder that we need action on all levels (federal, state, local, and even individual actions) to avert the worst consequences of climate change. Please find the article here. On Fire is the title given by the author, Cynthia Bratz.

Kiss the Ground This fantastic documentary presents the amazing potential of regenerative agriculture. Narrated by Woody Harrelson and featuring Ian Somerhalder, this 2020 Tribeca Film Festival selection was produced by Josh & Rebecca Tickell and provides viewers with the compelling story of how our soil can not only sequester carbon but even draw it down from the atmosphere. The film includes the perspectives of thought leaders, soil conservationists, ranchers, and farmers. This is one of those rare examples of something tangible we can undertake to head off a catastrophe. You can watch it now on Netflix, or on October 22nd you can stream it for $1. This 84 minute film will leave you feeling... hopeful. To watch a trailer, and to learn more, please visit the Film’s website here.

The Great Climate Migration Compared to many places, we live in a region where the climate forecast offers reasonable temperature and adequate rainfall. While we cannot expect to escape the direct nor the indirect effects of climate change, we may be one of the places where people from other regions migrate to escape inhospitable temperatures and humidity, drought, or recurring natural disasters. It is, however, a complex situation. A recent report from ProPublica & The New York Times Magazine takes a look at the prospects for climate migration. They begin with analysis of the geophysical forecasts for the U.S. using county-level data displayed in a series of interactive maps. The accompanying article provides an in-depth analysis of the impacts on agriculture, water, and housing issues, as well as consideration of economic and social factors that are quite concerning. This is important information as we begin to think about how we might react and what community values we would like to uphold in such a scenario. The ProPublica article is here, and an interactive and comprehensive mapping feature is here.

Want Some Eco-Friendly Tips? A New Study Says No, You Don’t This article by Grist’s Kate Yoder takes a look at the effectiveness of trying to encourage individual efforts to reduce our carbon footprint as we try to mitigate climate change. It argues that not only are such efforts puny in the face of the enormity of the situation, but that often the results of efforts to persuade people are actually counter- productive. Take, for example, the phenomenon of those who rebel against encouragements to drive fuel efficient or hybrid vehicles by building jacked-up diesel pickups capable of “rolling coal”. The article is based on a study of 2,000 people and their reactions to various messages and messengers. The article derides the idea that we can “shop our way out of the climate crisis.” Instead of trying to co- opt people through “ecopiety,” we have to find a way to make behavioral changes fun and sexy. This will be very helpful information as we try to shape public policies and educational efforts. Please find the article here.

Has Oil Peaked? For those who follow the status of how human society accesses energy, here is a new essay from Post Carbon Fellow Richard Heinberg. Heinberg, ever the voice of rational analysis, describes how the concept of peak oil can be approached from a demand or a supply perspective. He discusses the paradox of how decreases in demand for oil can cause a decrease in price even as decreases in supply would be expected to increase the price of a barrel of oil. Also, he revisits how the fracking phenomenon is faced with the impossible situation of being too expensive to extract more than the low hanging fruit they have already run through. As Heinberg notes, the overarching importance of our energy systems with regards to food production, transportation, and the greater economy indicate a significant challenge for the future. Please click here for Heinberg’s article.

Local 20/20 was Founded in the Transition Movement Local 20/20’s monthly Port Townsend Leader column for September, authored by Sonja Hammar, provides a few examples of what it means to be a Transition Town. Hammar outlines the basic precepts of the Transition Movement. Local 20/20's very mission statement, “ Working together toward local sustainability and resilience – integrating ecology, economy, and community through action and education” aptly illustrates the credo of Transition. Follow this link to learn more about "Transition" and to find the article on Local 20/20's website.

The Five Real Conspiracy Theories You Need to Know About The current sad state of our national political system includes a descent into conspiracy theories that threaten real harm to real people and degrade the health of our society. This article does not go into any depth examining Q-Anon, coronavirus or anti-vaxxer conspiracies but takes the opportunity to highlight some very real and impactful things happening in our world. For the most part these are phenomena that are so insidious and have been with us for so long that they’ve faded into the background paradigm. Author Jeremy Lent asks us to consider the vast conspiracy that makes things possible such as turning the world into one giant marketplace and in the process creating almost unimaginable levels of wealth disparity. Lent also outlines the conspiracy to plunder the global south, and the efforts to hide the effects of climate change to protect corporate profit. Lent’s last “conspiracy” is the one to “grow the global economy indefinitely, while killing most of life on Earth and risking the collapse of civilization.” In terms of impact this last one seems especially far fetched. Such a thing could not really be possible… right? Please find the article at Resilience.org here.

Ontology as a Hidden Driver of Politics This article is a thought-provoking dive into the paradigms that operate in the background and which shape how we think about the world. Essentially this refers to what we call reality. One of the current problems we face that seems almost insurmountable is that our society has devolved into the situation where major segments of the population believe different things and operate from different realities. Understanding how or why this happens would be a place to start healing the divide. Only when we start pulling together will we have a decent chance to address the enormous challenges before us (see Climate change article below). Authored by David Bollier, this is an overview to a report compiled at last year’s workshop by the Commons Strategies Group and the Institute for Advanced Sustainability Studies. The article and a link to access the full report are available here.

New Study shows a Vicious Cycle of Climate Change Building on Layers of Warming Ocean Water It would have been easy to miss the alarming new report from researchers who describe how the Oceans are “stabilizing”. These days it would be quite understandable to welcome any sort of stabilizing but in our oceans this represents an ominous situation. The ability of our oceans to buffer the impacts of CO2 and other greenhouse gases in the atmosphere has allowed us to delay the onset of the major impacts of climate change forecast for the future. However, it seems the ability of the oceans to perform this service is ending far sooner than scientists had expected. One of the study's co-authors is Michael Mann of Penn State who also says we now cannot rule out some of the more dire risks including that atmospheric CO2 could triple by the year 2100, and that global average temperature could rise by 8 degrees F. Even as so much of our attention seems focused on things like the death toll from COVID-19 and an uncertain political situation we should also take time to assess our world from the big picture perspective and to act accordingly. Find the article by Bob Berwyn at Inside Climate News here.

The Political Economy of Decarbonization: Tradable Energy Quotas for Energy Descent Futures When we consider the many challenges of climate change, we often avoid considering the need to modify our lifestyles to utilize less energy. This article by Samuel Alexander and Joshua Floyd examines the concept of ‘Tradable Energy Quotas (TEQs) that could help equitably manage a societal response to transitioning away from using fossil fuels, whether we choose to do so to forestall climate catastrophe, or whether we’re forced to by diminished supply. Alexander and Floyd examine Joseph Tainter’s theory that as societal complexity increases, greater inputs of energy are required to solve problems that arise. The implication is that if we adopt lower energy lifestyles and economic degrowth there will be the risk of destabilizing societal inequities. A system of TEQs offers a way to distribute the available energy equitably among all stakeholders in relation to basic human needs rather than some other system that exacerbates current economic inequality. This wonky but worthwhile article holds relevance to our local community and can be found here.

Truth and Redistribution In the Yes! magazine's Black Lives Issue, authors Darrick Hamilton and Naomi Zewde discuss how to fix the racial wealth gap, end plutocracy, and build black power. They discuss how acknowledgment alone is insufficient to address "America's race problem manifesting as a Black economic problem." “We can only move forward from the long history of racial exploitation for those who have been harmed. In essence, acknowledgment and apology alone (truth and reconciliation) will be incomplete if not accompanied by some form if material redress: It is only with both these factors that America can ever have racial justice.” This article addresses what needs to happen for equity in America. What does reparation mean, and how would that make real change? Please find the article here.

Living in the Time of Dying Living in the Time of Dying is short documentary film (54 min.) by Australian Michael Shaw. It begins with a trip to visit local author Dahr Jamail (The End of Ice). It is a meaningful exploration of the situation in which humanity finds itself here on planet Earth--that we must consider societal collapse as likely and even human extinction as quite possible. Featured interviews with Jem Bendell (Deep Adaptation) and Native Elder Stan Rushworth help us consider our own story in the here and now. Noted dharma teacher and author of Facing Extinction, Catherine Ingram asks us to find the courage to move towards acceptance. Ingram leaves us with a Leonard Cohen quote: “So come my friends, be not afraid. / We are so lightly here. / It is in love that we are made; / In love we disappear.” If you are able to find some quiet time today, I think you will enjoy this video available here.

A Helpful Approach to Communication in These Difficult Times Local 20/20's monthly PT Leader column for July shared how in times like the ones we are experiencing now, one of the most compassionate things we can do for one another is to listen--listen carefully and offer back what we have heard the other person say about what they are feeling and needing. "It is impossible to overemphasize the immense need humans have to be really listened to, to be taken seriously, to be understood,” notes Dr. Paul Tournier. This article by Suzanne Jones, M.A., is entitled “A Helpful Approach to Communication in These Difficult Times”

Our Power Comes from Acting without Escape from Our Pain This article is co-authored by Gail Bradbook, one of the founders of the Extinction Rebellion (XR), and Jem Bendell from the Deep Adaptation Forum (DA), and represents a unified view on how the two groups view the climate crisis. As outlined in Heinberg’s article below, both groups agree on the urgency and existential level of the threat. There had been some concerns expressed that the Deep Adaptation approach, which begins with an acceptance of the probability of civilization collapse may lead people into bottomless despair and inaction. This essay addresses that concern directly and, beautifully, I think, realigns the two camps. While XR will continue efforts to demand action from the current political system in order to lower our collective greenhouse gas footprint, DA people will focus on work at a personal and local level to help cushion the inevitable fall. Both approaches are valid and necessary; the important thing is the awareness of the urgency of the situation. Please find the article here.

In Detroit a New Type of Neighborhood Has Emerged Where exactly is the line between a community garden and urban agriculture? Does it matter? As Port Townsend debates the future of the City-owned golf course, there is a growing advocacy for considering the value of growing our own food close to home. At the same time there remains a level of skepticism as to whether small scale agriculture or community gardens can grow a significant part of our community's food supply. This article describes the emerging phenomenon of “agrihoods,”communities built around a large garden/small farm hub. Increasing food security and building community are some of the ways these efforts increase our resilience. Please read this 2019 article from Yes! magazine about efforts in Detroit and imagine how Port Townsend might look and feel in the future.

The Pandemic is Making Us Question the Connection between Work and Money This is a wonderful meditation on the concept of money. Author Curtis White picks up on the recent automatic deposits sent to people to provide relief from COVID-19’s economic effects and wonders if money can be magically created out of thin air, what does that mean? What is this thing called money, and how insidiously ingrained has it become in our psyche? White further explores how life without money might be possible, and he offers an argument for local communities taking control of their economy to find new ways to do the things that communities do regardless of money. Please find the article at Salon here.

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Dear Commissioner Sullivan, I am interested in sharing with the Jefferson County Board of Health, the regional successes and Olympic Community of Health's (OCH) focus areas for the future. I believe OCH's vision for a healthier, more equitable, three-county region strongly aligns with your work serving as Jefferson County Commissioner.

When neighboring counties, tribes, and sectors work in alignment, we create better health outcomes for everyone. OCH challenges local partners to rethink the way health is addressed and fostered, ultimately co-creating a region of healthy people, thriving communities. As an Accountable Community of Health, OCH advocates for the needs and eﬀorts within the Olympic region, including Clallam, Jefferson, and Kitsap Counties.

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Click here to unsubscribe. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data. Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 6:24:03 PM

From: [email protected] Sent: Monday, November 16, 2020 6:23:50 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Pizzas Cc: Philip Morley; Greg Brotherton; Kate Dean; Philip Hunsucker; John Huntington; David Sullivan; James Kennedy; kirk boxleitner; Mary Breen; Don Clark; Bill Cooke; Steve Crosby; Pat Hall; Steve Hammond; Steve Hammond; Ed Knodle; Robert Knutson; Stuart Milbrad; news; Roger Ponto; Mike Porter; Daniel Quail; scrosby; Caleb Summerfelt; Randy Verrue; Dwayne and Diane Wilcox; Jodi Wilke; Douglas Henderson; Barbara Schaefer Subject: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data.

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----- Original Message ----- From: Pizzas To: [email protected] Sent: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:58:37 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: CONFIRMED: JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS

The only valid data about registered voters comes from the Washington Secretary of State, through the County Auditors. It is their responsibility.

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On Nov 16, 2020, at 5:29 PM, [email protected] wrote:

Phil,

How does the County plan to address this problem?

Regards,

Bert

Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data. Judicial Watch obtained its number of eligible voters from the 2018 American Community Survey (ACS). ACS surveys are sent to 3.5 million households each month, and, according to Judicial Watch “are considered to be the most reliable estimates outside the decennial census.” The U.S. Census Bureau describes the ACS as “the premiere source for detailed population and housing information about our nation.” The 2018 survey was the culmination of five years of data collection and is the most recently reported ACS survey.

Judicial Watch found that Jefferson County had a total of 29,221 registered voters compared to 26,308 eligible voters resulting in having 11.107% more registered votes on its rolls than people of voting age.

I calculated slightly different numbers. The 2018 ACS I was able to locate reported that Jefferson County had a population of 30,856, with 3,926 under the age of 18. That results in an eligible voting population of 26,930. However you cut it, Jefferson County, has more registered than eligible voters.

Auditor Carroll provided me with the county’s latest numbers which show a total of 30,107 registered voters, again more than the number of eligible voters.

But Jefferson County has grown since the end of 2018, one might say. Could that explain away the problem?

Even accepting data that the Census Bureau does not promote as superior to the ACS data, we still have more registered than eligible voters. The 2019 Vintage Estimate figures we have 3,802 persons under age 18, resulting in an eligible voting population of 28,419, once again substantially below the registered voter total reported by Auditor Carroll.

So what’s going on?

First off, this does not indicate a huge voter fraud problem, but rather one that exposes Jefferson County to litigation to force it to clean up its voter rolls and close the door on the potential for voting misconduct.

Judicial Watch’s nationwide study showed “1.8 million excess, or ‘ghost’ voters in 353 counties across 29 states,” said Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton. “The data highlights the recklessness of mailing blindly ballots and ballot applications to voter registration lists. Dirty voting rolls can mean dirty elections.”

In Jefferson County we have more registered than eligible voters because our rolls are carrying 2,266 inactive voters. According to the Secretary of State of Washington, “If an election-related piece of mail is returned by the post office as undeliverable to the voter at that address, the registration is placed on ‘inactive’ status. A voter who is on inactive status may return to active status at any time by updating his or her address, requesting a ballot, or submitting a new voter registration application.”

But our active voter roll also includes people who receive ballots though they should not be voting here. We have reported several instances of people in Texas and Arizona getting Jefferson County ballots, and a woman in Jefferson County receiving a ballot for her daughter who moved to Texas years ago. One reason is, as we reported here, that the Auditor has selected a mail forwarding option with the USPS that results in the ballot following someone to addresses outside the county instead of being returned when it cannot be delivered to their previous Jefferson County address. There is an option that would prevent this from happening, but it is not the one selected by the Auditor.

While it is illegal for these people to vote in a Jefferson County election, there is nothing to stop them and little chance they would be caught. There is no national registry that would automatically catch people voting in different states, and it does happen. Instead of an enforcement mechanism to prevent such voter fraud, we have an honor system. A Pew Study in 2012 found that 2.75 million people were registered to vote in more than one state, and as many as 70,000 in three or more states. As Carroll explained in her email to us, it is up to the voter to take their name off our rolls when they move away. “A change of address via the United States Postal Service,” Carroll explained, “doesn’t mean that one’s voter registration is automatically cancelled and reassigned.”

In an attempt to catch people voting in different states, Washington and 29 other states are members of the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC). “ERIC members regularly exchange information about registered voters with member states comparing election information to detect double voters,” says Carroll.

What is Carroll’s response to the findings of Judicial Watch that Jefferson County has more registered than eligible voters (which I have confirmed)? “VoteWA is Washington State’s registration system. The VoteWA system is secured by highly skilled Office of the Secretary of State IT staff and Security Operations Center, using state of the art equipment and following IT industry best practices. All 39 counties use VoteWA.”

Auditor Carroll spent a good deal of time composing her statement. It provides a good primer on many aspects of Washington’s voting laws and practices. It is the policy of the Port Townsend Free Press to publish in full all written responses to our written inquires. Accordingly, here it is:

Basic Information About Ballot Counting and Signature Checking of Every Ballot

Washington’s system of voting is in Chapter 29A.40 RCW. RCW 29A.40.010 states: “Each active registered voter shall continue to receive a ballot by mail until the death or disqualification of the voter, cancellation of the voter’s registration, or placing the voter on inactive status.” The County sends ballots to voters with a return envelope. RCW 29A.40.091(1). The return envelope contains a statement that the voter must sign under penalty of perjury “that it is illegal to vote if he or she is not a United States citizen; it is illegal to vote if he or she has been convicted of a felony and has not had his or her voting rights restored; and it is illegal to cast a ballot or sign a ballot declaration on behalf of another voter.” RCW 29A.40.091(2). All received return envelopes must be placed in secure locations from the time of delivery to the county auditor until their subsequent opening. RCW 29A.40.110(1).

RCW 29A.40.110 requires that all signatures on return envelops must be verified against registration records. All personnel assigned to verify signatures must receive training on statewide standards for signature verification. Personnel must verify that the voter’s signature on the ballot declaration is the same as the signature of that voter in the registration files of the county. Election observers appointed by the major political parties are present during the processing of the ballots at the County counting center. RCW 29A.40.100.

Jefferson County follows the required process completely and faithfully.

Basic Information about the Security of the Tabulation Systems Used in Washington

Washington employs paper-based systems, including voter verifiable paper audit trails, independent testing, pre- and post- election audits, and physical security of tabulation equipment.

Before a tabulation system can be used in Washington, the state requires testing at a federally approved independent testing lab. These expert testers include security reviews as a part of their overall testing efforts.

Then, systems are tested at the state level and reviewed by Washington’s voting systems certification board, comprised of technology experts, accessibility experts, and certified county election officials.

Counties must then perform acceptance testing and logic and accuracy testing prior to every election. The Washington Secretary of State’s office conducts post-election audits, where they draw precincts and races at random and compare the vote totals from the tabulator to a hand count of ballots before the election is certified.

How can voter move out of Washington State & receive a ballot to vote in Jefferson County?

Voting twice in any election is a felony. Thirty states including Washington are members of the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC). ERIC members regularly exchange information about registered voters with member states comparing election information to detect double voters.

The United States doesn’t have a universal registration system. Rather, each state has their own voter registration system and data. When voters move from one state to another, they have an obligation to cancel their registration and re-enroll at their new address. We work hard to convey this at every opportunity. This is true wherever you live, regardless of polling place or Vote-By- Mail. If you are registered to vote in Arizona and then move to Oregon, your name will remain in the poll books in Arizona until you notify the registrar that you have moved to Oregon. And since Arizona allows absentee voting, you could certainly receive a mailed Arizona ballot while you are in Oregon.

If someone is an active voter in Washington State even if they have been temporarily assigned to a new work location, gone away to college or seasonally go to a warmer climate for the Winter they are still eligible to receive a ballot. We would hate to see them miss an election since they took the time to register to vote in Washington State.

If someone no longer wishes to be a Washington State voter. The voter must terminate their registration by notifying us by written notification which must include their signature. A change of address via the United States Postal Service doesn’t mean that one’s voter registration is automatically cancelled and reassigned.

Anyone who is registered to vote in one state and moves to another state has an obligation to do the responsible thing and update their voter registration with the state they moved from and the state they moved to.

Judicial Watch claim of having more registered voters than eligible voters in Jefferson County.

VoteWA is Washington State’s registration system. The VoteWA system is secured by highly skilled Office of the Secretary of State IT staff and Security Operations Center, using state of the art equipment and following IT industry best practices. All 39 counties use VoteWA. Jefferson County has the ability to run a report that will give us the following information as of the last update done at the State level.

County Jefferson

Active Voter is fully qualified to vote. (Receives a Ballot)

Inactive Notification received from USPS that election mail sent to the voter was undeliverable or the voter moved out of the county. (Does not receive a Ballot)

Pending Record is processing or an issue must be resolved. (Does not receive a Ballot)

From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Community Resilience/Pandemic Crisis Recovery Curve Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 7:27:49 PM Attachments: Statewide High-Level Analysis of Forecasted Behavioral Health Impacts from COVID-19_Oct 2020.pdf

From: Diane Johnson Sent: Monday, November 16, 2020 7:26:29 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Kate Dean; Greg Brotherton; David Sullivan Subject: Community Resilience/Pandemic Crisis Recovery Curve

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Hello, Commissioners!

I am attaching an article sent to me by the Washington State Psychology Association, put out by the State Department of Health, that I believe may include several areas of interest to you as community leaders. One is a clear diagram of the COVID (or any major) disaster response curve and timeline. The second is a detailed account of the mental health issues anticipated in each phase of the curve. The third is suggestions for how to promote community and individual resilience and growth as an outcome of the pandemic disaster. I found it quite helpful in explaining some of my own ennui, probable compassion fatigue at this point, and increased frustration with minor problems, as well as helping me see what may be going on in the lives of my clients. I hope you find it useful!

Best Regards,

Diane

Diane Johnson, Ph.D. Psychologist From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data. Date: Monday, November 16, 2020 8:33:57 PM

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Facts! Jefferson County had a total of 29,221 registered voters compared to 26,308 eligible voters resulting in having 11.107% more registered votes on its rolls than people of voting age.

Bert Loomis

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Actually, they got their numbers from a survey and from some unrelated data and some big assumptions.

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"Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data."

Bert Loomis

----- Original Message ----- From: Pizzas To: [email protected] Sent: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:58:37 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: CONFIRMED: JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS

The only valid data about registered voters comes from the Washington Secretary of State, through the County Auditors. It is their responsibility.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 5:29 PM, [email protected] wrote:

Phil,

How does the County plan to address this problem?

Regards,

Bert

CONFIRMED: JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS BY JIM SCARANTINO | NOV 16, 2020 THE FINDINGS OF WATCHDOG GROUP JUDICIAL WATCH CAN BE CONFIRMED. THEY REPORTED THAT JEFFERSON COUNTY WAS ONE OF 353 COUNTIES ACROSS THE NATION WITH MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS. WITH THEIR DATA IN HAND AND HAVING RECEIVED A LENGTHY STATEMENT FROM JEFFERSON COUNTY AUDITOR ROSE ANN CARROLL, I CAN SAY THAT THE JUDICIAL WATCH FINDINGS ARE SUBSTANTIALLY CORRECT. Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data. Judicial Watch obtained its number of eligible voters from the 2018 American Community Survey (ACS). ACS surveys are sent to 3.5 million households each month, and, according to Judicial Watch “are considered to be the most reliable estimates outside the decennial census.” The U.S. Census Bureau describes the ACS as “the premiere source for detailed population and housing information about our nation.” The 2018 survey was the culmination of five years of data collection and is the most recently reported ACS survey.

Auditor Carroll provided me with the county’s latest numbers which show a total of 30,107 registered voters, again more than the number of eligible voters.

But Jefferson County has grown since the end of 2018, one might say. Could that explain away the problem?

So what’s going on?

Judicial Watch has successfully sued a number of governmental entities for violating the National Voter Registration Act of 1993 by carrying large numbers of inactive voters on their rolls–what Judicial Watch calls “ghost voters.’ In Jefferson County we have more registered than eligible voters because our rolls are carrying 2,266 inactive voters. According to the Secretary of State of Washington, “If an election-related piece of mail is returned by the post office as undeliverable to the voter at that address, the registration is placed on ‘inactive’ status. A voter who is on inactive status may return to active status at any time by updating his or her address, requesting a ballot, or submitting a new voter registration application.”

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Jefferson County follows the required process completely and faithfully.

Basic Information about the Security of the Tabulation Systems Used in Washington

Washington employs paper-based systems, including voter verifiable paper audit trails, independent testing, pre- and post-election audits, and physical security of tabulation equipment.

How can voter move out of Washington State & receive a ballot to vote in Jefferson County?

The United States doesn’t have a universal registration system. Rather, each state has their own voter registration system and data. When voters move from one state to another, they have an obligation to cancel their registration and re-enroll at their new address. We work hard to convey this at every opportunity. This is true wherever you live, regardless of polling place or Vote-By-Mail. If you are registered to vote in Arizona and then move to Oregon, your name will remain in the poll books in Arizona until you notify the registrar that you have moved to Oregon. And since Arizona allows absentee voting, you could certainly receive a mailed Arizona ballot while you are in Oregon.

Judicial Watch claim of having more registered voters than eligible voters in Jefferson County.

County Jefferson

Active Voter is fully qualified to vote. (Receives a Ballot)

Inactive Notification received from USPS that election mail sent to the voter was undeliverable or the voter moved out of the county. (Does not receive a Ballot)

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From: Marty Gilmore Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 9:47:49 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: [email protected] Cc: Philip Morley; Greg Brotherton; Kate Dean; Philip Hunsucker; John Huntington; David Sullivan; James Kennedy; kirk boxleitner; Mary Breen; Don Clark; Bill Cooke; Steve Crosby; Pat Hall; Steve Hammond; Steve Hammond; Ed Knodle; Robert Knutson; Stuart Milbrad; news; Roger Ponto; Mike Porter; Daniel Quail; scrosby; Caleb Summerfelt; Randy Verrue; Dwayne and Diane Wilcox; Jodi Wilke; Douglas Henderson; Barbara Schaefer Subject: Re: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data.

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Jefferson County has 27,702 registered voters. Here is the link to the Secretary of State's site: https://results.vote.wa.gov/results/20201103/

This huge error on the part of Judicial Watch calls into question all their other numbers.

On Monday, November 16, 2020, 8:33:49 PM PST, wrote:

Facts! Jefferson County had a total of 29,221 registered voters compared to 26,308 eligible voters resulting in having 11.107% more registered votes on its rolls than people of voting age.

Bert Loomis

Actually, they got their numbers from a survey and from some unrelated data and some big assumptions.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 6:23 PM, [email protected] wrote:

"Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data."

Bert Loomis

----- Original Message ----- From: Pizzas To: [email protected] Sent: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:58:37 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: CONFIRMED: JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS

The only valid data about registered voters comes from the Washington Secretary of State, through the County Auditors. It is their responsibility.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 5:29 PM, [email protected] wrote:

Phil,

How does the County plan to address this problem?

Regards,

Bert

Auditor Carroll provided me with the county’s latest numbers which show a total of 30,107 registered voters, again more than the number of eligible voters.

But Jefferson County has grown since the end of 2018, one might say. Could that explain away the problem?

So what’s going on?

Basic Information About Ballot Counting and Signature Checking of Every Ballot Washington’s system of voting is in Chapter 29A.40 RCW. RCW 29A.40.010 states: “Each active registered voter shall continue to receive a ballot by mail until the death or disqualification of the voter, cancellation of the voter’s registration, or placing the voter on inactive status.” The County sends ballots to voters with a return envelope. RCW 29A.40.091(1). The return envelope contains a statement that the voter must sign under penalty of perjury “that it is illegal to vote if he or she is not a United States citizen; it is illegal to vote if he or she has been convicted of a felony and has not had his or her voting rights restored; and it is illegal to cast a ballot or sign a ballot declaration on behalf of another voter.” RCW 29A.40.091(2). All received return envelopes must be placed in secure locations from the time of delivery to the county auditor until their subsequent opening. RCW 29A.40.110(1).

Jefferson County follows the required process completely and faithfully.

Basic Information about the Security of the Tabulation Systems Used in Washington

Washington employs paper-based systems, including voter verifiable paper audit trails, independent testing, pre- and post-election audits, and physical security of tabulation equipment.

How can voter move out of Washington State & receive a ballot to vote in Jefferson County?

The United States doesn’t have a universal registration system. Rather, each state has their own voter registration system and data. When voters move from one state to another, they have an obligation to cancel their registration and re-enroll at their new address. We work hard to convey this at every opportunity. This is true wherever you live, regardless of polling place or Vote-By-Mail. If you are registered to vote in Arizona and then move to Oregon, your name will remain in the poll books in Arizona until you notify the registrar that you have moved to Oregon. And since Arizona allows absentee voting, you could certainly receive a mailed Arizona ballot while you are in Oregon.

Judicial Watch claim of having more registered voters than eligible voters in Jefferson County.

County Jefferson

Active Voter is fully qualified to vote. (Receives a Ballot)

Inactive Notification received from USPS that election mail sent to the voter was undeliverable or the voter moved out of the county. (Does not receive a Ballot)

Pending Record is processing or an issue must be resolved. (Does not receive a Ballot) From: David Sullivan To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: [New post] Rider Alert: 11/17/2020: Service Delays and Cancellations Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 10:06:31 AM

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CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. mnash posted: "#7 Poulsbo Route: Jefferson County Emergency Management has reported a Collision on SR104, on Hood Canal Bridge. Roadway is blocked in both directions. No estimated time of reopening at this time. The #7 Poulsbo route 9:15 departure from Haines Pl"

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Rider Alert: 11/17/2020: Service Delays and Cancellations by mnash

#7 Poulsbo Route:

Jefferson County Emergency Management has reported a Collision on SR104, on Hood Canal Bridge. Roadway is blocked in both directions. No estimated time of reopening at this time.

Please check the Jefferson Transit website for updates.

#1 Brinnon Route:

Several trees and limbs blocking roadway on Hwy 101. State Patrol is on scene. The #1 Brinnon route 9:19 departure from Black Point is 25 minutes behind schedule. Expect further delays.

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Try email marketing for free today! From: David Sullivan To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: [New post] Rider Alert: 11/17/2020 10:35am Service Delays and Cancellations update. Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 10:35:27 AM

From: Jefferson Transit Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 10:35:09 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: David Sullivan Subject: [New post] Rider Alert: 11/17/2020 10:35am Service Delays and Cancellations update.

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Rider Alert: 11/17/2020 10:35am Service Delays and Cancellations update. by mnash

#7 Poulsbo Route:

Jefferson County Emergency Management has reported a Collision on SR104, on Hood Canal Bridge. Roadway is blocked in both directions. No estimated time of reopening at this time.

The #7 Poulsbo route 9:15 departure from Haines Place Park & Ride is holding in Paradise Bay, and may not service the North Viking Park and Ride. The #7 Poulsbo route 10:53 departure from North Viking Park and Ride may be delayed or cancelled. The #7 Poulsbo route 10:40 departure from Haines Place Park & Ride is scheduled to hold in Paradise Bay, and may not service the North Viking Park and Ride if the Hood Canal Bridge remains closed. The #7 Poulsbo route 12:15 departure from North Viking Park and Ride may be delayed or cancelled.

Please check the Jefferson Transit website for updates.

#1 Brinnon Route:

The #1 Brinnon route 9:19 departure from Black Point is back on route and is 25 minutes behind schedule. mnash | November 17, 2020 at 10:34 am | URL: https://jeffersontransit.com/?p=23314

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From: [email protected] Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 10:48:47 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Marty Gilmore; Jim Scarantino Cc: Philip Morley; Greg Brotherton; Kate Dean; Philip Hunsucker; John Huntington; David Sullivan; James Kennedy; kirk boxleitner; Mary Breen; Don Clark; Bill Cooke; Steve Crosby; Pat Hall; Steve Hammond; Steve Hammond; Ed Knodle; Robert Knutson; Stuart Milbrad; news; Roger Ponto; Mike Porter; Daniel Quail; scrosby; Caleb Summerfelt; Randy Verrue; Dwayne and Diane Wilcox; Jodi Wilke; Douglas Henderson; Barbara Schaefer Subject: Re: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data.

CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. My question was address to Phil Morley (Jefferson County Administrator), not the Chair of the Jefferson County Democrats. I am looking forward to the County’s response to my original email.

11/16/20 email (Loomis to Morley) “Phil, How does the County plan to address this problem?” Regards, Bert

11/17/20 email from Jim Scarantino “The number cited by Marty Gilmore does not include the inactive voters.” Jim

----- Original Message ----- From: Marty Gilmore To: [email protected] Cc: Philip Morley , Greg Brotherton , Kate Dean , Philip Hunsucker , John Huntington , David Sullivan , jkennedy , kirk boxleitner , Mary Breen , Don Clark , Bill Cooke , Steve Crosby , Pat Hall , Steve Hammond , Steve Hammond , Ed Knodle , Robert Knutson , Stuart Milbrad , news , Roger Ponto , Mike Porter , Daniel Quail , scrosby , Caleb Summerfelt , Randy Verrue , Dwayne and Diane Wilcox , Jodi Wilke , Douglas Henderson , Barbara Schaefer Sent: Tue, 17 Nov 2020 12:47:49 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data.

Jefferson County has 27,702 registered voters. Here is the link to the Secretary of State's site:

https://results.vote.wa.gov/results/20201103/

This huge error on the part of Judicial Watch calls into question all their other numbers.

On Monday, November 16, 2020, 8:33:49 PM PST, wrote:

Facts! Jefferson County had a total of 29,221 registered voters compared to 26,308 eligible voters resulting in having 11.107% more registered votes on its rolls than people of voting age.

Bert Loomis

Actually, they got their numbers from a survey and from some unrelated data and some big assumptions.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 6:23 PM, [email protected] wrote:

"Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data."

Bert Loomis ----- Original Message ----- From: Pizzas To: [email protected] Sent: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:58:37 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: CONFIRMED: JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS

The only valid data about registered voters comes from the Washington Secretary of State, through the County Auditors. It is their responsibility.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 5:29 PM, [email protected] wrote:

Phil,

How does the County plan to address this problem?

Regards,

Bert

Auditor Carroll provided me with the county’s latest numbers which show a total of 30,107 registered voters, again more than the number of eligible voters.

But Jefferson County has grown since the end of 2018, one might say. Could that explain away the problem?

The answer is “no.” The Census Bureau does put out other estimates of population data that are not as reliable as the five-year collection of data in the ACS. Its 2019 Vintage Estimate pegs Jefferson County’s population at 32,221, an increase of 1,365 or an annual increase of 4.4%. One could quibble with that estimate: where did those 1,365 new people find housing in a county with a vacancy rate of 0% that is producing very, very few new housing units? Only 174 building permits were issued for all of 2019. We don’t have that many babies, and our sizable old population means a larger percentage of the population than average dies each year. Even accepting data that the Census Bureau does not promote as superior to the ACS data, we still have more registered than eligible voters. The 2019 Vintage Estimate figures we have 3,802 persons under age 18, resulting in an eligible voting population of 28,419, once again substantially below the registered voter total reported by Auditor Carroll.

So what’s going on?

Basic Information About Ballot Counting and Signature Checking of Every Ballot

Jefferson County follows the required process completely and faithfully.

Basic Information about the Security of the Tabulation Systems Used in Washington

Washington employs paper-based systems, including voter verifiable paper audit trails, independent testing, pre- and post-election audits, and physical security of tabulation equipment.

How can voter move out of Washington State & receive a ballot to vote in Jefferson County?

The United States doesn’t have a universal registration system. Rather, each state has their own voter registration system and data. When voters move from one state to another, they have an obligation to cancel their registration and re-enroll at their new address. We work hard to convey this at every opportunity. This is true wherever you live, regardless of polling place or Vote-By-Mail. If you are registered to vote in Arizona and then move to Oregon, your name will remain in the poll books in Arizona until you notify the registrar that you have moved to Oregon. And since Arizona allows absentee voting, you could certainly receive a mailed Arizona ballot while you are in Oregon.

Judicial Watch claim of having more registered voters than eligible voters in Jefferson County.

County Jefferson

Active Voter is fully qualified to vote. (Receives a Ballot)

Inactive Notification received from USPS that election mail sent to the voter was undeliverable or the voter moved out of the county. (Does not receive a Ballot)

Pending Record is processing or an issue must be resolved. (Does not receive a Ballot) From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data. Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 11:03:24 AM

From: Jim Scarantino Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 11:02:32 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: [email protected] Cc: Marty Gilmore; Philip Morley; Greg Brotherton; Kate Dean; Philip Hunsucker; John Huntington; David Sullivan; James Kennedy; kirk boxleitner; Mary Breen; Don Clark; Bill Cooke; Steve Crosby; Pat Hall; Steve Hammond; Steve Hammond; Ed Knodle; Robert Knutson; Stuart Milbrad; news; Roger Ponto; Mike Porter; Daniel Quail; scrosby; Caleb Summerfelt; Randy Verrue; Dwayne and Diane Wilcox; Jodi Wilke; Douglas Henderson; Barbara Schaefer Subject: Re: Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data.

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Bert, Inactive registered voters, as the Port Townsend Free Press article explains, are the cause for our registered voter number (active + inactive) exceeding our voting age eligible voters. Judicial Watch used the Secretary of State's information available as of the date of their report, and compared the total voter registration number against the most reliable voting age population data. The only gray number is the population stat, which is based on the U.S. Census Bureau ACS surveys, which also estimates the number of people under age 18. The Census Bureau calls the data set used by Judicial Watch the nation's "premiere" census data outside the decennial census. That is the data set Judicial Watch has used in its successful litigation against states and counties that show more registered than eligible voters. They just filed a big case against Colorado for a situation similar to that in Washington, where we have 14 counties with the same problem in their voter rolls. I was able to confirm Judicial Watch's conclusions, even after using a higher, though questionable population estimate for Jefferson County. Thanks for reading and inquiring about the article. Jim Scarantino, Editor, Port Townsend Free Press

On Tue, Nov 17, 2020 at 10:48 AM wrote: My question was address to Phil Morley (Jefferson County Administrator), not the Chair of the Jefferson County Democrats. I am looking forward to the County’s response to my original email.

11/16/20 email (Loomis to Morley) “Phil, How does the County plan to address this problem?” Regards, Bert

11/17/20 email from Jim Scarantino “The number cited by Marty Gilmore does not include the inactive voters.” Jim

Jefferson County has 27,702 registered voters. Here is the link to the Secretary of State's site: https://results.vote.wa.gov/results/20201103/

This huge error on the part of Judicial Watch calls into question all their other numbers.

On Monday, November 16, 2020, 8:33:49 PM PST, wrote:

Facts! Jefferson County had a total of 29,221 registered voters compared to 26,308 eligible voters resulting in having 11.107% more registered votes on its rolls than people of voting age.

Bert Loomis

Actually, they got their numbers from a survey and from some unrelated data and some big assumptions.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 6:23 PM, [email protected] wrote:

"Judicial Watch’s voter information came from the Washington Secretary of State’s data."

Bert Loomis

----- Original Message ----- From: Pizzas To: [email protected] Sent: Mon, 16 Nov 2020 20:58:37 -0500 (EST) Subject: Re: CONFIRMED: JEFFERSON COUNTY HAS MORE REGISTERED THAN ELIGIBLE VOTERS

The only valid data about registered voters comes from the Washington Secretary of State, through the County Auditors. It is their responsibility.

Sailing Pizzas LLC

On Nov 16, 2020, at 5:29 PM, [email protected] wrote:

Phil,

How does the County plan to address this problem?

Regards,

Bert

Auditor Carroll provided me with the county’s latest numbers which show a total of 30,107 registered voters, again more than the number of eligible voters.

But Jefferson County has grown since the end of 2018, one might say. Could that explain away the problem?

So what’s going on?

That is true, but it doesn’t contradict the findings by Judicial Watch. Thirteen other Washington counties share our problem. This is the very sort of failure at cleaning up voting rolls that keeps Judicial Watch lawyers busy. Auditor Carroll spent a good deal of time composing her statement. It provides a good primer on many aspects of Washington’s voting laws and practices. It is the policy of the Port Townsend Free Press to publish in full all written responses to our written inquires. Accordingly, here it is:

Basic Information About Ballot Counting and Signature Checking of Every Ballot

Jefferson County follows the required process completely and faithfully.

Basic Information about the Security of the Tabulation Systems Used in Washington

Washington employs paper-based systems, including voter verifiable paper audit trails, independent testing, pre- and post-election audits, and physical security of tabulation equipment.

How can voter move out of Washington State & receive a ballot to vote in Jefferson County?

The United States doesn’t have a universal registration system. Rather, each state has their own voter registration system and data. When voters move from one state to another, they have an obligation to cancel their registration and re- enroll at their new address. We work hard to convey this at every opportunity. This is true wherever you live, regardless of polling place or Vote-By-Mail. If you are registered to vote in Arizona and then move to Oregon, your name will remain in the poll books in Arizona until you notify the registrar that you have moved to Oregon. And since Arizona allows absentee voting, you could certainly receive a mailed Arizona ballot while you are in Oregon.

Judicial Watch claim of having more registered voters than eligible voters in Jefferson County.

County Jefferson

Active Voter is fully qualified to vote. (Receives a Ballot)

Inactive Notification received from USPS that election mail sent to the voter was undeliverable or the voter moved out of the county. (Does not receive a Ballot)

Pending Record is processing or an issue must be resolved. (Does not receive a Ballot)

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From: Jefferson Transit Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 12:08:05 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: David Sullivan Subject: [New post] Rider Alert: 11/17/2020 12:10pm Service Delays and Cancellations update.

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Collision on SR104, on Hood Canal Bridge has been cleared. However, due to traffic delays the #7 Poulsbo route 12:15 departure from North Viking Park and Ride has been re-routed: Route will not service North Viking Park and Ride and will depart from Breaker Lane in Port Ludlow and return to Haines Place Park and Ride.

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From: Robin Lawlis Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 1:09:20 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Charlotte Garrido; Dave Herrera; Dave Ward; David Sullivan; Edward Wolfe; Greg Brotherton; Jeromy Sullivan; Joseph Pavel; Kate Dean; Kevin Shutty; Paul McCollum; Randy Neatherlin; Robert Gelder; Scott Brewer; Sharon Trask, Mason County Commissioner Cc: Diane Zoren; Julie Shannon; Kaitlyn Floyd; Gretchen Dunmire Subject: HCCC Board Meeting Document for 18 Nov 2020

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To the HCCC Board of Directors

Linked is the Board Briefing Memo - Hood Canal Shellfish Initiative for the HCCC Board meeting on 18 Nov 2020 (1:00 to 3:30 p.m. via Zoom).

Thank you,

Robin Lawlis Admin Program Mgr. Hood Canal Coordinating Council 17791 Fjord Drive NE, Suite 118 Poulsbo, WA 98370-8430 360-271-2060 (mobile)

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From: Marilyn K. Kurka Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 1:56:10 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton Cc: Tom Locke; Kate Dean; David Sullivan; Vicki Kirkpatrick Subject: RE: Admiralty Apartments and shut ins

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Greg,

Thank you for your reply. This will be a problem for many of our population. It would not be the best course of action to insist a possible covid-19 infected person be forced to ride public transportation. That does not help stop the spread.

Marilyn K. Kurka, C.P.O. Admiralty Apartments 129 Taylor Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-385-0553 office 360-379-9304 fax

From: Greg Brotherton [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 1:28 PM To: Marilyn K. Kurka Subject: RE: Admiralty Apartments and shut ins

Thanks for the note, Marilyn,

We are looking for a solution to this dilemma. Thanks for bringing it to our attention. I’ll reach out to you when we have a solution in place to close this loop,

Greg Brotherton Jefferson County Commissioner, District 3 1820 Jefferson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360)385-9100 [email protected]

From: Marilyn K. Kurka Sent: Tuesday, November 10, 2020 2:49 PM To: Tom Locke Cc: Kate Dean ; Greg Brotherton ; David Sullivan ; Vicki Kirkpatrick Subject: Admiralty Apartments and shut ins

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Dear Dr. Locke, Ms. Kirkpatrick and County Commissioners,

Isn’t there some way, we can have a public health nurse administer a test at a “shut-ins” front door? Perhaps establishing a criteria to determine need for a home test?

Marilyn K. Kurka, C.P.O. Admiralty Apartments 129 Taylor Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-385-0553 office 360-379-9304 fax

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Click here to unsubscribe. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Take Action Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 2:49:09 PM

From: Jessica Karraker Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 2:50:11 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: Take Action

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Dear County Commissioner/Council Member,

Please consider that it is time for the Coalition of Counties. That it is time that ALL our local elected officials statewide band together in a united front to stand up for our Constitutionally protected Rights. One size fits all metric does not work and local control needs to be gained back to do what is right for your constituents. Kittitas County has taken an amazing first step and bold action with their press release yesterday. Please reach out to them in support, reach out to each other to form a coalition, and put control back in your County where it is meant to be.

Below you will find yesterday's press release from Kittitas County Commissioners.

Board of County Commissioners Question Latest Health Restrictions Kittitas County, WA - 11/16/2020 - The Kittitas County Board of Commissioners voiced their united opposition today in response to Governor Jay Inslee’s latest COVID-19 restrictions announced Sunday.

In remarks, commissioners were specifically critical of the restrictions’ failure to recognize the highly variable rates of COVID-19 spread throughout the state and the role of local health authorities to best determine appropriate response. Chairman Brett Wachsmith stated, “Kittitas County has worked hard to keep our infection rate low. Our local health department and public health officer have diligently partnered with our schools, businesses, cities and Central Washington University to respond quickly to outbreaks and keep infection isolated to avoid community spread. I am extremely disappointed in the actions taken by the state that ignore the work that has been accomplished. To make a sweeping decision at the state level ignores the local response measures we have in place as well as the secondary impacts COVID-19 has placed on our residents.”

Commissioners also questioned the effectiveness of limiting and closing businesses that have not been identified as a source of community spread. Vice Chairman Laura Osiadacz commented, “Throughout this pandemic, the focus has been on analyzing data to make the best decisions. It is extremely disappointing to see businesses that have worked hard to be a part of the solution simply assumed to be the source of the problem and wrongly penalized. We have not seen the local hospital impacts of COVID-19 that have been predicted, but we have certainly seen the effects of these orders and their negative impact on the collective mental health of our population.” While commissioners were unanimously critical of the latest state restrictions, they were also unified in their support of local public health authorities to appropriately respond. Commissioner Cory Wright said, “It took some time, but through this our health department, public health officer, and this Board came to an understanding that our most critical issues were protecting public health while keeping schools and businesses open. Because of this we have the most students per capita by county statewide in school right now under hybrid models, and it is because of the united goals of our entire county government that this is happening. These new orders issued by the governor only set back the collective local work we have done and firmly demonstrate that locally-controlled response is the best response.”

As of Monday morning, county commissioners were still examining legal options in conjunction with the Kittitas County Prosecutor’s office. While not identifying any specific course of action, commissioners expressed their intent to potentially move forward with litigation once the prosecutor’s office had the opportunity to collect local health data and present potential options.

In the meantime, commissioners remained firm in their resolve to support affected local employers and schools by investing approximately $1.75 million of remaining federal CARES dollars in supplementary funding. Wachsmith said, “We still have to approve a final proposal, but we are committed to getting money to those areas that have been most affected. Our businesses are not just storefronts, they represent working families employed throughout Kittitas County. Making sure paychecks continue arriving and keeping our kids in school during this time is the best way to minimize the secondary effects of COVID. By putting federal money to work in the most direct way possible, we can lessen the overall impact of COVID on local families.”

Kittitas County, from the Cascades to the Columbia, and online at http://www.co.kittitas.wa.us

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Contact: Brett Wachsmith, Chairman of the Kittitas County Board of Commissioners (509) 962-7508

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Jessica (Marcellus) Karraker From: Kate Dean To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: HCCC Board Meeting Materials for 18 Nov 2020 Date: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 3:12:29 PM

From: Robin Lawlis Sent: Tuesday, November 17, 2020 3:11:49 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Charlotte Garrido; Dave Herrera; Dave Ward; David Sullivan; Edward Wolfe; Greg Brotherton; Jeromy Sullivan; Joseph Pavel; Kate Dean; Kevin Shutty; Paul McCollum; Randy Neatherlin; Robert Gelder; Scott Brewer; Sharon Trask, Mason County Commissioner Cc: Diane Zoren; Julie Shannon; Kaitlyn Floyd; Gretchen Dunmire; Jennifer Poole Subject: HCCC Board Meeting Materials for 18 Nov 2020

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To the HCCC Board of Directors

Re: HCCC Board meeting 18 Nov 2020; 1:00 to 3:30 p.m. via Zoom teleconference

For your convenience, provided is the meeting agenda with linked documents and Zoom access for quick reference.

This also includes the draft October meeting summary (not previously distributed).

Thank you,

Robin Lawlis Admin Program Mgr. Hood Canal Coordinating Council 17791 Fjord Drive NE, Suite 118 Poulsbo, WA 98370-8430 360-271-2060 (mobile)

Note: Communications may be subject to public review. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Please Take Action! Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 8:40:10 AM

From: EMP Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 8:39:49 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: Please Take Action!

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To ALL WA County Commissioners and interested parties,

Please take action now!

It's time for ALL WA counties and ALL elected officials to come together and take a stand to PUT CONTROL BACK INTO THE COUNTIES.

Kittitas County Board of Commissioners recently declared their opposition to Governor Inslee's latest COVID-19 proclamation.

Please consider banning together as a united front to do what's constitutionally right for your constituents.

Sincerely,

M. M. Eggers Ellensburg, WA 98926 From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Please do your part to stop this madness! Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 8:53:49 AM Attachments: image.png

From: EMP Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 8:53:26 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: Please do your part to stop this madness!

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There's no governing authority that can legally restrict how many people you can gather in your home!! Whie Inslee travels to Hawaii on taxpayer's dollars, the people of this state are restricted from traveling, businesses are shut down and going broke and families are told they can't gather together to give thanks! You've got to be kidding me!!!!!

Inslee has got to be stopped! Please do your part. ~ M. M. Eggers From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Take control back. Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:26:55 AM

______From: Hell Bent Vengences Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:26:42 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: Take control back.

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Dear county commissioners and council members,

Please consider that it is time for the coalition of counties. That is it’s time that all our local elected official state wide band together in a united front to stand up for our constitutionally protected rights. One size fits all metric does not work and local control needs to be gained back to do what is right for your constituents. Can attest county has taken an amazing first step and bold action with their press release yesterday. Please reach out to them in support reach out to each other to form a coalition and put control back in your county where it is meant to be.

I have repeatedly emailed every single commissioner and council member in Washington State. Please stand up for our Constitutionally protected Rights. Our Washington State founders knew the importance of political power being inherent in the people and prioritized protecting individual rights! I encourage these counties to join the direction of Kittitas County Commissioners. There is strength in numbers.

From: JE Cantlon Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:37:01 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: [email protected]; [email protected]; Ariel Speser Cc: Kate Dean; Greg Brotherton; David Sullivan; Philip Morley Subject: Who are we...... really

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Editor,

If you spent last 4 nights sleeping in your car, this letter is not for you. If you spent the last 4 nights sleeping in a tent in an undisclosed location, this letter is not for you. And if you spent the last 4 nights at the Fairgrounds frantically trying to find stakes, tent poles, rope and tarps enough to piece together a place to sleep despite heavy rain, wind gusts to 45mph and a tent now torn and broken. Even in the dark and the rain you do all this in sight of 11 unoccupied buildings owned by Jefferson County, this letter is not for you.

This letter is to the people who own that land and own those buildings. Homelessness, to be sure, is a very complex issue and we won’t solve it this week. However, we can begin. We have 11 buildings not used in the Winter. We have delivery of 1 hot meal a day. We have funding for a full time monitor each evening and we have 10 to 15 people living in tents right in the track of winds that blow through from Admiralty inlet to Kah Tai lagoon. For now we start with where to sleep tonight and tomorrow night. If you believe ‘People make choices and choices have consequences’ remove ‘Them’ from public space and just step over them in the street. If that’s what you think read the first paragraph and ask yourself who would choose that. People don’t choose homelessness, they find themselves homeless.

If, like me, you see an emergency that needs a solution now then look at pieces we already have: hot meal, night monitor, empty public buildings only used 3 Summer months with rest rooms and electricity. The hurdles are mostly administrative and should not be a jump for people of goodwill. This is urgent, if you don’t think so the next time you get up and see it’s below freezing, put on your bathrobe and slippers, get in the shower and run outside and know that you are the only one who chose to be wet and freezing that morning.

It seems so simple, I wonder……WWJD

John Cantlon

President,

Society of St Vincent de Paul

East Jefferson County From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Take control back. Open our counties Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:50:51 AM

From: Mary of Boundary Tours Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:34:11 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) Subject: Take control back. Open our counties

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Mary Cates Co-Owner Boundary Tours Metaline Falls WA 99153 boundarytours.com From: Washington State Parks To: jeffbocc Subject: WA State Parks virtual public meeting on Palouse Falls, Lyons Ferry and Lewis & Clark Trail Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:31:57 AM

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Good Morning,

Due to Washington State Parks experiencing technical difficulties, the public was unable to access last night’s public meeting on Palouse Falls, Lyons Ferry and Lewis and Clark Trail State Parks CAMP Alternatives meeting. This meeting will be rescheduled within the next few weeks. You will be receiving a notification on this soon. Our sincere apologies for the inconvenience and we look forward to hosting this meeting soon. Thank you for your understanding. Have a nice day!

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This email was sent to [email protected] using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission 1111 Israel Road S.W. · Tumwater · WA 98501-6512 From: Allen Fox To: jeffbocc Cc: [email protected] Subject: Fairgrounds Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 2:30:50 PM

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Board of County Commissioners, Jefferson County

It is well beyond time for the County to address the issues at the Fairgrounds Campground. The impact on the community is untenable.

My wife and I live in the neighborhood west of the Fairgrounds, frequently taking our dog to the track there or going for walks on streets and trails in the area. It is increasingly unsafe and the issues clearly are spilling over into residential neighborhoods.

We have today been advised by the Police to seek a protection order for an individual who lives there who consistently harasses us and tries to intimidate us. We have encountered him at the Fairgrounds, in the neighborhood, on wooded trails, and by our home. Apparently he is well known to the Police and to many of our neighbors. His dangerous, irrational, and volatile behavior has many of us on edge, afraid for our safety. Today was not the first time we have had to contact the Police, and we are not the first family forced to seek protection.

Neighbors have often talked about loud arguments and loud music at all hours. Used syringes have been found along the street. We overheard a loud and profane argument in one of the trailers as we walked by yesterday afternoon. I certainly would not want children to hear such things. I implore you to seek an immediate remedy for this dangerous situation. These individuals need a location with access to resources and infrastructure, a location that will not threaten the citizens of a residential neighborhood. These people do need help, but now so do we.

Sincerely, Allen Fox From: Justine Gonzalez-Berg To: jeffbocc; Philip Morley Subject: Community Call to Action for Housing Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 3:50:49 PM

CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Dear Commissioners Dean, Sullivan, and Brotherton, and Administrator Morley,

I am writing today to share with you a Community Call to Action for Housing that was collaboratively created by housing champions of Jefferson County, calling on everyone to take action - individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and government.

We are inviting community members to participate in these ways:

1. READ THE DECLARATION & CALL TO ACTION

2. SIGN YOUR NAME 3. SPREAD THE WORD BY SHARING THIS MESSAGE

We know that you are all deeply aware of the housing crisis, and we thank you for the work you are already doing toward affordable housing.

Onward, together!

Justine Gonzalez-Berg

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The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a virtual public meeting about Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park and Wanapum Recreation Area on Tuesday, December 8. The public is invited to attend. The online meeting will focus on alternative approaches for addressing issues at the park and will be held online via Microsoft Teams.

When: Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at 6 p.m.

Where: Join the meeting at the following link. You do not need to download Microsoft Teams to join. You will need a web browser and speakers to watch and listen to the presentation. https://bit.ly/Ginkgo12-8mtg

The public can provide written questions, comments and suggestions during the meeting, and until December 31, 2020. More information can be found on the project webpage at: http://j.mp/GinkgoPlan

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Take control back. Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 10:07:14 AM Attachments: image002.png

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-----Original Message----- From: Hell Bent Vengences Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 9:27 AM Subject: Take control back.

Dear county commissioners and council members,

From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 10:54:02 AM

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Please stand up for our Constitutionally protected Rights. Our Washington State founders knew the importance of political power being inherent in the people and prioritized protecting individual rights! We have a state constitution for a reason! As county commissioners you can stop all of this!

Thank you From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: TAKE ACTION Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:00:57 AM

CAUTION: This email originated from outside your organization. Exercise caution when opening attachments or clicking links, especially from unknown senders. Hello, I am a citizen of Washington State. The commissioners in my county are considering their legal options against the governor for what he has done without fully supporting the business the restrictions has shut down. I ask that you form a coalition in your county now and join efforts to protect the constitution, the supreme law of the land and what matters the most: the citizens and the business in your county. The economic, social and mental aspects have taken a toll on everyone in Washington state, leaving many unable to pay their bills without receiving the help they need. Mental health, domestic violence, and divorce rates have increased as people struggle on every front just trying to survive. My local food bank as seen an increase in clients as people's food insecurity is at an all time high. This is no way to live. Taxes will be due soon for many small business but they have used thier financial resources to stay afloat during these hard times. How are they supposed to pay their taxes when they can't work and can not receive adequate finanical support from the state? There is no break for taxes that are unable to be paid, as I write this, just the eventual foreclosure on personal and business property. Business owners have poured their blood, sweat and tears into their business to succeed just to be stomped on and shut down by the governor. It is time to turn this mess right side up and band together to support the citizens of Washington state. It is time for everyone to have life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness that is endowed upon us by the creator. It is our right. TAKE ACTION NOW!

Sincerely, Jana Flora From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Clallam Makes National News - We Have Voted for Every President Since 1980 Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:07:59 AM

From: Clallam EDC Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:07:44 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton Subject: Clallam Makes National News - We Have Voted for Every President Since 1980

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Clallam County has voted for every presidential winner since 1980. Nineteen counties out of the country's 3000 counties had that record until this year. The other 18 voted for Trump. Now we are the only county with the perfect voting record.

We are "the county with the country's pulse."

We collaborate in a peaceful way and work together - what an example for the other Washington and the rest of the US. It makes us at your EDC proud to be a part of this community.

See the video here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=952273791961892.

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Serenity House Still has over $400K+ in funding for CARES Act Rental Assistance Funding!

Have you or your employees been laid off? You likely qualify to receive funding for 6 months of rent payments through the end of January. More details on the program can be found here. Contact Dylan Godsey at [email protected] to apply.

Upcoming Coffee With Colleen speakers: Nov 25th – Representative Steve Tharinger Dec 2nd – Dr. Luke Robins, Peninsula College President

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November is Global Entrepreneurship Month: Week One participation has been fantastic for Global Entrepreneurship Month! Check out the nearly 50 live and on-demand recorded events that explore how to start a new business, pivot an existing business to meet new challenges, or rebuild a closed business. Topics include sourcing capital, marketing, startup wisdom, e-commerce, and more. There is no cost to participants. Pre-registration is required for most session. Contact Susan Nielsen, [email protected] | 509.220.6048 with questions. More GEM details: https://bit.ly/36bEkJg.

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Try email marketing for free today! From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Time for Action! Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:08:53 AM

From: Sandra D Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:08:36 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Sandra D Subject: Time for Action!

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Dear Elected Officials,

I am urging YOU to please stand up and take action NOW, before it's too late!

STAND UP FOR OUR CONSTITUTIONALLY PROTECTED RIGHTS!

Our Washington State founders knew the importance of political power being inherent in the people and prioritized protecting individual rights! Please join the direction of our Kittitas County Commissioners. YOU work for us, not the other way around.

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For liberty, Sandra Resident of Kittitas County, WA

Give me liberty or give me death! -Patrick Henry From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: TAKE ACTION Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:34:21 AM

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Hello, I am a citizen of Washington State. The commissioners in my county are considering their legal options against the governor for what he has done without fully supporting the business the restrictions has shut down. I ask that you form a coalition in your county now and join efforts to protect the constitution, the supreme law of the land and what matters the most: the citizens and the business in your county. The economic, social and mental aspects have taken a toll on everyone in Washington state, leaving many unable to pay their bills without receiving the help they need. Mental health, domestic violence, and divorce rates have increased as people struggle on every front just trying to survive. My local food bank as seen an increase in clients as people's food insecurity is at an all time high. This is no way to live. Taxes will be due soon for many small business but they have used thier financial resources to stay afloat during these hard times. How are they supposed to pay their taxes when they can't work and can not receive adequate finanical support from the state? There is no break for taxes that are unable to be paid, as I write this, just the eventual foreclosure on personal and business property. Business owners have poured their blood, sweat and tears into their business to succeed just to be stomped on and shut down by the governor. It is time to turn this mess right side up and band together to support the citizens of Washington state. It is time for everyone to have life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness that is endowed upon us by the creator. It is our right. TAKE ACTION NOW!

Sincerely, Jana Flora From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: 2021 NACo Achievement Awards Now Open Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:48:03 AM

From: NACo Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 11:47:41 AM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton Subject: 2021 NACo Achievement Awards Now Open

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National Association of Counties

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Celebrate Your County’s Most Innovative Programs 2021 NACo Achievement Awards

Applications are now open for the National Association of Counties (NACo) 2021 Achievement Awards. Please join us in celebrating 51 years of county innovation by applying today.

Since 1970, the NACo Achievement Awards have recognized outstanding county government programs and services. Through a non-competitive application process, noteworthy programs receive awards in 18 categories that cover a vast range of county responsibilities. By participating, your county can earn national recognition. NACo will highlight the 18 “best of category” winners, as well as feature all winners in NACo materials and online. We also provide a customizable press release for you to share the good news with the media and residents.

We encourage all counties, parishes and boroughs to apply.

EARLY BIRD APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 8, 2021 (save $25 off the application fee)

REGULAR APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 31, 2021

For more information, please review the Achievement Awards online brochure, or email [email protected] with any questions.

APPLY TODAY

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Click here to unsubscribe. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: New NACo analysis: Election insights for counties Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 1:36:22 PM

From: NACo Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 1:35:52 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton Subject: New NACo analysis: Election insights for counties

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NACo Releases Election Analysis: Insights for Counties from November's General Elections

The November 3 general election altered the political landscape in Washington, with a likely change in the White House. Democrats maintained the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives, while control of the U.S. Senate will be decided in a pair of runoff elections in Georgia on January 5.

To help understand the most important election outcomes – and what they mean for counties – the National Association of Counties (NACo) released a comprehensive 2020 election analysis, which will be updated as results are finalized. VIEW ANALYSIS

The new administration and the 117th Congress – which will include over 80 former county officials – will need to tackle significant issues with wide-ranging impacts on counties and the services we provide, including:

A potential COVID-19 relief package FY 2022 appropriations Climate and energy legislation Surface transportation and water resources reauthorizations Regulatory reform

At the state level, the political makeup of governorships and state legislatures saw little change. Republicans gained one governorship, bringing their total to 27. The same was true for state legislative chambers, where only a third of the typical partisan change experienced in a general election year occurred, with Republicans expanding their edge to 61-37.

NACo’s analysis details these outcomes, along with significant ballot measures approved or rejected by voters in various states. Click here to read NACo’s comprehensive 2020 election analysis.

ELECTION ANALYSIS RESOURCES

NACo Election Analysis Legislative Presentation: 2020 Elections

CONTACT

For more information on NACo’s election analysis, contact:

Mark Ritacco, Director of Government Affairs | [email protected] | 202-942-4240 Jessica Jennings, Associate Legislative Director – Transportation | [email protected] | 202-942-4264

Jonathan Shuffield, Associate Legislative Director – Public Lands | [email protected] | 512-965-7268

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Click here to unsubscribe. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: TAKE ACTION Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 2:07:51 PM

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Rick Hughes Chair San Juan County Council, District #2 Orcas/Waldron Island [email protected] 360-298-5103 360-472-0253

CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Hello, I am a citizen of Washington State. The commissioners in my county are considering their legal options against the governor for what he has done without fully supporting the business the restrictions has shut down. I ask that you form a coalition in your county now and join efforts to protect the constitution, the supreme law of the land and what matters the most: the citizens and the business in your county. The economic, social and mental aspects have taken a toll on everyone in Washington state, leaving many unable to pay their bills without receiving the help they need. Mental health, domestic violence, and divorce rates have increased as people struggle on every front just trying to survive. My local food bank as seen an increase in clients as people's food insecurity is at an all time high. This is no way to live. Taxes will be due soon for many small business but they have used thier financial resources to stay afloat during these hard times. How are they supposed to pay their taxes when they can't work and can not receive adequate finanical support from the state? There is no break for taxes that are unable to be paid, as I write this, just the eventual foreclosure on personal and business property. Business owners have poured their blood, sweat and tears into their business to succeed just to be stomped on and shut down by the governor. It is time to turn this mess right side up and band together to support the citizens of Washington state. It is time for everyone to have life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness that is endowed upon us by the creator. It is our right. TAKE ACTION NOW!

Sincerely, Jana Flora From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Port Ludlow / Jefferson County Development agreement status Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 3:17:40 PM Attachments: 11-18-20 Port Ludlow developer outlines building plans.pdf

From: [email protected] Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 3:17:32 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: Greg Brotherton Cc: Kate Dean; Philip Morley; Philip Hunsucker; John Huntington; David Sullivan; James Kennedy; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; [email protected]; Richard Grieves Subject: Re: Port Ludlow / Jefferson County Development agreement status

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Subject: Port Ludlow / Jefferson County Development agreement status

Greg,

Unfortunately, this subject was not discussed at the 11/13/20 SBCA BOD meeting - would it be possible to arrange a teleconference meeting between you and a dozen Port Ludlow residents, to further discuss the future of the Port Ludlow MPR Development Agreement. Let me know if there is a convenient time the week after Thanksgiving, and I will set it up.

Regards,

Bert

Sent: Thu, 12 Nov 2020 20:06:59 -0500 (EST) Subject: Port Ludlow / Jefferson County Development agreement status Greg,

Talk to you tomorrow.

Regards,

Bert Loomis 235 Edgewood, Dr. Port Ludlow, WA 98365 360-437-0901 home 360-215-0277 cell

“PLA has approximately 400 remaining lots to build and develop within the Master Plan Resort (MPR) of Port Ludlow and has an option to acquire additional lots adjacent to the MPR.” /. From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: Fight for WA Freedom! Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 3:42:49 PM

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Dear WA Commissioners & Counsel men/woman,

We beg of you to stand up to this tyranny that is happening before our eyes and stop this supreme dictatorship that Jay Inslee is imposing on the entire state of Washington and it's citizens! The repercussions this "dark winter of closures" is causing is EXTREME!! You are ruining businesses & people's lives! This is causing financial devistation, extreme depression, anxiety and suicide rates are going up. We already know that Covid has a 98%+ recovery rate and really affects the elderly or immunocompromised (Like most ALL viruses!!).

The hypocrisy is RAMPANT in this Covid world!! Democrat protest, riots are ok...arson and taking over our city is ok.....wearing a mask to walk 5 steps then taking it off to sit down is ok, pot shops/alcohol shops can stay open but restaurants & gyms must close.....THIS IS NOT RIGHT!!...... MASK DON"T WORK!!!! NEWSFLASH: All you have to do is touch ONE surface than touch your mask and we all know people are CONSTANTLY touching their mask!!! Studies are coming out left and right that masks don't work and that you are even MORE prone to getting covid BECAUSE you keep touching surfaces then your mask.....It's not rocket science people!!

I BEG you to DO SOMETHING!!! People WILL push back because we no longer believe in you!! Voter fraud WILL get exposed and you will go down the drain if you don't stand up for our rights! I ask that you DO THE RIGHT THING!! STOP THIS TYRANNY! STOP THIS DICTATOR...... Or else, we the people will eventually take the law into our own hands...... since you want to defund the police and all......

TAKE ACTION NOW!

Dan & Angela Call Renton, WA From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: TAKE ACTION Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 3:45:46 PM

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Sincerely,

Connie Ladenburg Council Member Pierce County Council, District 4 253-798-7590 Click here to go to my web page.

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From: Greg Brotherton To: Julie Shannon Subject: FW: clarifying my comments about agenda packets and documents Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 4:14:42 PM

From: DB Jahnke Sent: Wednesday, November 18, 2020 4:13:40 PM (UTC-08:00) Pacific Time (US & Canada) To: David Faber; Ariel Speser; Kate Dean; Greg Brotherton; David Sullivan; Tammi Rubert Subject: clarifying my comments about agenda packets and documents

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Dear JTA Board and General Manager,

I wanted to clarify my concerns about ready access to documents associated with the agenda packet at the JTA Board special meeting this week. Note that I attend most of your meetings, am a member of your CAC and am familiar with the JTA website.

Every other legislative body in our County, as far as I can determine, includes either all relevant documents compiled into their electronic agenda packets, or provides active links directly on their agendas in order to easily locate those documents. This includes the BOCC and City Council. It should not be a citizen’s job to hunt around on your website during a meeting to find documents that are not linked but are being discussed. JTA, in fact, provides two separate files, one with just the agenda and another that purports to be the 'packet'.

Please make it easier for citizens to participate and provide active links on your agendas to any documents that are not in the packet but are being discussed - particularly when you are discussing the annual budget.

Thank you, Debbie Jahnke