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CITY OF KENT
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Summary Minutes of Meeting
February 28, 2017
6:00 p.m.
Kent City Hall
Centennial Building, First Floor Conference Rooms
Commissioners Present: Chair Annie Sieger, Co-Chair Zandria Michaud, Dan Barrett, Randy
Furukawa, Wayne Jensen, Richard Minutoli, Erika Overall, Jennifer Ritchie, Jaleen Roberts, Lacey
Seaton, Parks Director Julie Parascondola, Recorder Teri Petrole
Absent: Annette Bailes, Kendrick Glover, Kari Hedrick, Tye Whitfield, Yuriy Zaremba
1. Call to Order
Chair Annie Sieger called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Changes to the Agenda
No changes to the agenda.
3. Approval of Minutes, dated January 24, 2017
The minutes dated January 24, 2017 were approved as edited.
(Item 4. Confirmation of Meeting Date and Time was moved to item 8)
4. Bylaws Discussion
Staff and the commission determined that the original bylaws need modifications, based on the
commission’s experience as an advisory group for two years.
Primary methods for revising bylaws include collecting a redline version for review at an upcoming
meeting, making it a topic for an ad hoc work group, devoting time at the next meeting/voting on
individual items, or allowing time at each meeting for review and adopting them all at once at a
later date. The need for serviceable bylaws now encourages a more expedited schedule.
Substantive revisions in need of clarity, definition and/or processes are public outreach, officer
and commissioner roles and terms, vacancy, nominations, election of officers, absences, residency
and adding a glossary of terms.
It was determined that Parks Administration will work on the initial redline version of the bylaws,
based on suggestions from the meeting.
Motion: By unanimous vote, the commission requested Parks staff to create a redline draft copy
of the bylaws to review before the March meeting.
5. 2017 Parks and Recreation Department Update (Attached)
• For Parks Administration, a major focus for the future is to re-awaken the community's
awareness of parks and recreation and celebrate the positive impacts to the community. This
includes the assistance of a consultant who can guide the department’s use of a consistent
messaging campaign. Plans have begun for Kent to submit an application to The Commission
for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) in five years for national
accreditation.
• The Recreation division is working closely with the YMCA on programming for the new facility.
Upcoming goals for the Recreation divisions include a change to the point-of-sale system used
to collect program & class fees and bringing back needed positions eliminated during the
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recession. Hiring a consultant in 2017 will assist with public outreach to determine what
programming the community wants.
• Housing and Human Services made a process improvement last year that greatly aided their
work. They are heavily reliant on planning by other, larger agencies in the realm of human
services and spend a lot of time representing the Kent community in those efforts. Their 2017
goals include grant program software upgrade, continued efforts to find solutions to local
issues like homelessness, and implementation of the Youth Initiative.
• The Facilities division has a smaller scope of operations and is restructuring since the Fire
Authority recently opted to maintain their own facilities. They are heavily involved in the City
Hall Campus space-planning effort underway and intend to help expand the Police Department.
In addition, they are addressing parking design modifications and performing upgrades at the
Senior Center.
• Park Operations has installed centralized irrigation at three parks, which enables a more
standardized watering schedule and minimizes waste. Staff is managing the large shift in
services with Public Works assuming the care of street trees in exchange for Parks taking care
of trails, rights of way and corridors. New hires and park lifecycle repairs are planned, as well
as alignment of maintenance goals with the new Park and Open Space Plan’s priorities.
• Riverbend constructed and drilled a new irrigation well. The biggest goal is paying off some of
the negative working capital with proceeds from the sale of the Par 3 property. A consultant
will help steer the smaller footprint of the golf complex toward a sustainable business model.
• Parks Planning & Development completed a groundbreaking, new approach to the Park and
Open Space Plan and won an award. Goals include replacing the floating dock at Lake
Meridian, converting Hogan Park Field #1 from natural grass to a synthetic turf field,
renovating the Kent Memorial Park play area, renovating Morrill Meadows & East Hill Parks in
anticipation of the future YMCA on site, and continue collaboration with multiple agencies on
the Green River levee projects.
There was an inquiry about the status of Commissioner Yuriy Zaremba's creation of the park
finder application. J. Parascondola will contact I.T. for an update.
6. City Council Retreat Update (Agenda attached)
The main topic of the council retreat was whether to have retail sale of marijuana within Kent.
There were a number of presentations on the pros and cons to consider. The council is divided on
the issue and no decision was made other than to seek further facts.
Capital funding was on the agenda. Several suggestions about funding were raised, but council
struggled with what to do. Council does understand that the capital funding budgeted over the
next two years is not sustainable. The positive side is they are talking about it. To keep capital
funding on the forefront, Parks staff is presenting a Parks Capital Update at the City Council
Workshop on May 2. They shared informal research that revealed forming a Parks District or Park
Board is not feasible for Kent. At this point, there is no clear directive to act on funding sources.
Julie will keep the commission updated.
The Chamber of Commerce attended and later expressed their willingness to participate in finding
a solution to Julie, but they don't want to be the 100% solution for sustainable funding. A few
councilmembers met with the Chamber on what that might mean.
Other topics included place making, utilizing the LEAN process and establishing performance
outcomes. The city's Communications Manager presented information on the communication plan
and tools, as well as some ideas for telling “Kent’s story.” Housing and social services was also a
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focus. Conversations about policies toward immigrants took place within the city leaders,
describing differences between sanctuary cities and welcoming cities. Kent has proclaimed to be a
welcoming city.
The commissioners who attended the retreat were asked for comments. Dan Barrett thought it
went favorably for parks. No action was taken but he felt motivation was instilled as a result of the
conversations. Zandria Michaud felt that council tried to put capital funding sustainability off
again, saying they need to do more research. Chair Annie Sieger saw broader city challenges and
feels the whole system needs intentional examination. She referenced council viewing the
commission, the community and the Chamber of Commerce independently instead of all being
members of the public. She was personally offended that council had closed door budget
conversations with the chamber and not open to the public.
7. Tobacco Use in Parks Discussion (Report attached)
Parks Director Julie Parascondola introduced the draft Tobacco Use paper, alon g with comments
from the City Attorney’s office. She explained that Councilmember Brenda Fincher requested the
commission’s position on enacting a no smoking policy to be included in the discussion at the
Parks and Human Services Committee meeting on March 16.
The purpose of discussion is to assist Kent policy makers in deciding whether to enact an
ordinance restricting tobacco use and/or smoking in public parks and open spaces. This effort
continues the parks and recreation message of promoting health and wellness in the community,
as well as preserving the park environment.
Current policies, codes and regulations within the City of Kent, the state, and local municipalities
were outlined. The data and statistics showed 72% of King County residents support banning
smoking in public places. Locally, 43% of Kent residents are smokers.
J. Parascondola shared feedback from her meeting with Kent Police Chief Ken Thomas. The
commission discussed the cost and deterrent effect of having a tobacco free policy, along with
forms of enforcement. There was an understanding that the Police cannot address every smoking
violation, as with littering and drinking alcohol in public places. However, it does give the Police an
opportunity to engage with park users, which may influence their behavior and encourage
healthier choices, in particular with youth.
Policy options examined included an ordinance with a penalty, an ordinance with no penalty, and
an internal non-ordinance park policy, enforced by signage. All options require a decision to define
whether the ban is for all parks or designated areas.
The commission shared a broad range of views. They suggested the policy have clear definition of
what products are banned, due to wide variety of smoking methods and substances available
today. They preferred using "tobacco and smoke-free" language in the policy and wanted
consideration for potential changes to the marijuana law. The commission recommended lots of
park signage, as well as public meetings for feedback. They prefer getting full support from the
Police.
Counter points were made that a ban on smoking could deter people from using parks and that it
affects personal liberties and should be opened up to the public. There were numerous opinions on
a system-wide or designated areas policy and no decision made.
After sharing more perspectives, the commissioners agreed to recommend a system-wide ban on
smoking in parks.
Motion: By majority vote (9-2), the commission moved to recommend that the Kent parks
system is smoke and tobacco free, system-wide.
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After additional discussion on policy verbiage and penalties, a second motion was made.
Motion: By unanimous vote, the commission moved to recommend adopting a City of Kent
Ordinance with a penalty under Parks and Recreation Chapter 4.01, and to be in line with other
quality of life fines already in use by the City of Kent and the City of Kent Police.
The two opposing voters were asked to make comments. D. Barrett opposed the first vote to be
the voice for the smoking community who want to use the parks. A. Sieger is not in favor of
enacting additional laws that won't be enforced. She is always in favor of our liberties as residents
and individuals. She feels this action warrants public input. Philosophically, she doesn’t feel the
government should be helping to influence behavior.
8. Confirmation of Meeting Date and Time: (Previously Item 4)
The recent Doodle poll indicated that the current schedule of the fourth Tuesday of each month is
the favored date among the members.
Motion: By unanimous vote, the commission meetings will remain on the 4th Tuesday of
each month.
9. Announcements
Julie Parascondola announced that Yuriy Zaremba has resigned from the commission for several
professional and personal reasons. Recruiting will begin for a replacement.
J. Parascondola reported that the department has been lobbying in Olympia with state
representatives during the budget cycle. Staff is seeking funding for arts and the YMCA, as well as
the continued funding of Youth Athletic Facility grants and Washington Wildlife and Recreation
Program grants.
Kent received the James Farrell Award for Excellence, the highest honor for national tournament
hosting from the USA ASA, for the fourth consecutive year. The dedication of our Park Operations
and Recreation staff has garnered the 16A National Fast Pitch Tournament in 2018, which could
bring $2.2 million in economic benefits to Kent.
Park Operations staff removed the wood stage at Kherson Park. Parks Planning and Development
is developing plans for that site.
The commission will work on setting up a new meeting schedule for presenting updates to the
Parks and Human Services Committee.
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BYLAWS OF THE
CITY OF KENT
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
We, the members of the City of Kent Parks and Recreation Commission, hereafter
referred to as “Commission”, pursuant to Ordinance No. 4117, adopted on July 1, 2014
by the Kent City Council, do hereby adopt the following BYLAWS.
Organization and Rules of Procedure
ORGANIZATION:
A. The official name of this body is the City of Kent Parks and Recreation
Commission as per Ordinance No. 4117.
B. The official seat of the Commission is the City of Kent City Hall.
C. The Commission shall consist of sixteen appointed members, each of whom
shall be appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the city council.
ROLE:
A. The Commission shall be an advisory board to the mayor, chief administrative
officer, city council, and city staff, serving the citizens of Kent and responsible
for providing guidance concerning the following matters:
• Capital improvements planning.
• Comprehensive parks and trails planning.
• Concession agreements within parks and facilities.
• Contracts, interlocal agreements, and lease agreements regarding parks and
recreation activities.
• Development, design, and operation of parks and recreation programming
and facilities.
• Priorities for the acquisition of land and/or facilities.
• Regulations and restrictions governing the hours of park and facilities use.
• Other matters that may be referred to the Commission by the Mayor or City
Council.
To facilitate this, the Parks and Recreation Commission will play a role in public
engagement and outreach efforts.
TERM:
A. The term of office for Commissioners shall be three years, except for the
inaugural terms as provided below, and Commissioners may only serve two
consecutive terms. The term of office of the first four Commissioners appointed
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and confirmed shall expire December 31, 2015; the term of the second six
Commissioners appointed and confirmed shall expire December 31, 2016; the
term of office of the final six Commissioners appointed and confirmed shall
expire December 31, 2017.
B. When a vacancy occurs on the Commission, appointment for that position shall
be for three years, or for the remainder of the unexpired term, whichever is the
shorter term.
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS:
A. At least ten persons appointed to serve on the Commission shall reside within
the corporate limits of the city. To the extent practicable, appointment shall
reflect a balance and diversity of City of Kent residents, users of City of Kent’s
Parks and Recreation Services, and interests in Parks and Recreation Services
overall; and shall include no more than two youth representatives of high school
age who live within the city’s municipal boundaries.
OFFICERS:
A. The officers of the Commission shall consist of a chair and vice-chair, as per
Ordinance No. 4117.
B. The Commission shall elect, from among its members, the chair, who shall
preside at all meetings, and a vice chair, who shall preside in the absence of the
chair. The chair and vice chair shall be elected annually at the first Commission
meeting of the year, in January.
C. The chair shall preside over the Commission and exercise all powers incidental
to the office, retaining, however, the full right as a member of the Commission
to propose motions, second motions, and have a vote recorded in all
deliberations of the Commission.
D. The vice-chair shall, in the absence of the chair from any meeting, perform all
the duties incumbent upon the chair, and retain the full right as a member of
the Commission to propose motions, second motions, and have a vote recorded
in all deliberations of the Commission.
E. The chair and vice-chair both being absent from any meeting, the members
present may elect a temporary chair who shall have full powers as chair during
the absence of the chair and vice-chair retaining the full right as a member of
the Commission to propose motions, second motions, and have a vote recorded
in all deliberations of the Commission.
G. Officers shall hold office for one year.
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MEETINGS:
A. The Commission shall meet once per month, on the fourth Tuesday of the
month at 6:00 p.m. The Parks and Recreation Commission may, from time to
time, provide for special meetings in accordance with RCW 42.30. All meetings
shall be open to the public, in accordance with RCW 42.30, the Open Public
Meetings Act.
B. The Commission, on occasion, can form ad hoc sub committees to focus on
specific topics.
QUORUM:
A. A quorum shall consist of nine (9) members of the Commission, or, when the
Commission numbers less than 16, a simple majority of the total membership
of the Commission.
VOTING:
A. When a quorum is present, a simple majority vote shall be required to pass a
motion.
CONDUCT OF MEETINGS:
A. If an action item is necessary for council approval, motions shall be made,
seconded, and voted upon. The action will be forwarded to the city council.
B. If an item is informational, no formal action is necessary. The information item
will not be forwarded to the city council as actions of the Commission.
C. In the event a quorum is not present, a minimum of three members must be
present to hold a meeting. This meeting shall be for discussion purposes only.
Voting cannot take place at such a meeting.
EXCUSED ABSENCE:
A. A member may be excused from a Commission meeting if City of Kent Parks
and Recreation staff is notified prior to the meeting.
REMOVAL:
A. When any member of the Commission misses three (3) unexcused meetings in
a twelve (12) month period, the chair of the Commission shall recommend to
the Mayor that such member be removed from the Commission. Members may
be removed by a majority vote of the entire Commission for neglect of duty,
conflict of interest, malfeasance in office, or other just cause. The decision of
the Commission shall be final and there shall be no appeal.
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AGENDAS, STAFF REPORTS AND MINUTES:
A. A copy of the agenda for all Commission meetings shall be sent to each
Commission member at least five (5) days prior to the date of the next
meeting.
B. City of Kent staff will provide necessary staff reports and send them to the
Commission at least five (5) days prior to the date of the meeting.
C. Minutes of all Commission meetings shall be kept and made part of a
permanent record within the City of Kent and posted on the City of Kent
Commission website page. Meeting minutes of the previous meeting shall be
sent to the Commission at least five (5) days prior to the date of the next
meeting for the Commission to review and to notify city staff of any changes.
The Parks, Recreation and Community Services Director and/or Commission
Chair will review and approve the meeting notes minutes prior to distribution
and publication.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
A. If any Commissioner concludes that he or she has a conflict of interest
regarding an issue pending before the Commission, that Commissioner shall
disqualify himself or herself from participating in the discussion and decision-
making process regarding such issue. However, this does not preclude such
Commissioner from being present during discussion, nor from presenting
information on behalf of such an issue before the Commission.
AMENDING BYLAWS:
A. These bylaws may be amended at any Commission meeting when a quorum is
in attendance.
CERTIFICATION:
A. The undersigned chair of the Commission does hereby certify that the foregoing
bylaws have been duly adopted by the members of said Commission.
ATTEST
By:
Chair, City of Kent Parks and Recreation
Commission
Date: __________________________
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND 2017 WORK PLAN
FEBRUARY 21, 2017 CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
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RECREATION AND CULTURAL SERVICES
LORI HOGAN, SUPERINTENDENT
HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES
MERINA HANSON, MANAGER
FACILITIES MAINT. AND OPERATIONS
ALEX ACKLEY, SUPERINTENDENT
PARK MAINT. AND OPERATIONS
GARIN LEE, SUPERINTENDENT
RIVERBEND GOLF COMPLEX
PETE PETERSEN, SUPERINTENDENT
PARKS, PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
HOPE GIBSON, MANAGER
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Leadership and administrative support for department initiatives
•Continued focus on sustainable funding
•Connections with the Community and Partners
•Increased awareness and positioning of parks, recreation and
community services internally and externally
•Marketing, Communications and Branding Plan
•National Accreditation Gap Assessment
•Continued growth and evolution of the Parks and Recreation
Commission
•YMCA/Morrill Meadows Project
•Advancement of LEAN projects throughout the Department
•Focus on staff development and team building
Administration
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•Served 1.4 million people
•Senior Activity Center added a lifelong learning series called Expanding
Your Mind
•Rolled out Kent Creates, a unique and innovative web based public art
project
•Recruited, trained and coordinated over 600 volunteer youth sports
coach/mentors providing 20,000 hours of service
•Provided thousands of hours of programming, performances, and
special events for youth, teens, and families
•Provided 1,599 scholarships through Access to Recreation
•Welcomed 10,400 daily visitors to the Senior Activity Center
•Rolled out the HERO Mobile Recreation program
•Theater For All celebrated 3 short plays written, produced and
presented by participants with disabilities
•Collaborated and supported the Youth Initiative
Recreation and Cultural Services
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Continue to work with IT and Finance on final selection and
implementation of a new registration system
•Address staffing challenges in Cultural Programs and at the Senior
Activity Center
•Implement minimum wage and leave requirements for seasonal staff
•Address changes in King County’s delivery of Access Transportation
•Identify ways to collaborate with the new Youth Initiative Coordinator
•Partner with community sponsors and local school districts to grow
youth participation in the Christmas Rush… 14 and under run free!
•Marketing and outreach
•Address sustainability of the Senior Activity Center lunch program
•Schedule programming and park use around major park projects
planned for this summer
•YMCA
•Recreation Program Plan
Recreation and Cultural Services
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•Improved engagement with residents and partner organizations
•Improved partnerships with other divisions within the City (Police,
Economic Development, Recreation, Legal, etc.)
•Facilitated application cycle for 2017-2018 funding utilizing the Human
Services Master Plan priorities and identified community needs
•Piloted a parallel application process for smaller, grassroots
organizations who work with underserved and vulnerable Kent
residents
•Facilitated the ongoing Kent Cultural Diversity Initiative Group forum for
small and emerging ethnic community-based organizations,
nonprofits, businesses and community members
•Implemented the CDBG 2016 Annual Action Plan
•Drafted a Citizen Participation Plan to include in the Consolidated Plan
•Streamlined Home Repair work order tracking to increase efficiency
•Assisted 102 City of Kent households through our Home Repair program
•Assisted King County, United Way, and other funders in reviewing grant
applications and allocating funds regionally
Housing and Human Services
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Increase workforce development efforts in partnership with Economic
Development, local agencies, businesses and funders
•Continue outreach efforts with immigrant and refugee residents to
enhance community participation in City government
•Implement Energy Efficiency Program for low income homeowners
•Increase the number of senior, disabled and low-income households
served through the Home Repair program
•Work with All Home and local service providers to strengthen
prevention strategies so fewer individuals become homeless
•Build and support authentic partnerships with community organizations
to leverage new resources and more effectively serve Kent residents
•Implement the Youth Initiative framework to improve the outcomes for
youth and ensure all young people, especially those with the greatest
challenges, thrive in life
•Work with partner organizations to release a regional Affirmatively
Furthering Fair Housing Plan
Housing and Human Services
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•Completed replacement of the HVAC system at Riverbend golf course
•Remodeled the restaurant space and bath rooms at Riverbend
•Remodeled the 3rd floor of the centennial center to accommodate
space needs for the police detectives
•Provided support in moving the east hill police sub- station to it’s new
location
•Finale inspection of the re-roofing project at Kent commons
•Transitioned away from providing services to the RFA Facilities re-org
•Installed new security cameras at shops, commons, golf and senior
center
•Closed 1,725 work orders
•Repaired and Refinished racquet ball court walls commons
Facilities Maintenance & Operations
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Internal process improvements focusing on LEAN, customer service
and proactive scheduling and data analytics
•City campus space study
•Centennial center garage glazing project
•Tenant improvements in I/T, H/R, H/S, P.D and finance
•Security improvements commons card readers
•Water seal the exterior of the centennial center
•Parking permits city hall campus employees
•Roof replacement green river natural resources building
•Replace the heat exchanger at the K.M pool
•Seal coat and stripe parking lots at P.D, golf and nursery
•Replace flooring senior center rest rooms and replace carpeting
Facilities Maintenance & Operations
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•Installation of centralized computer based irrigation controllers at Kent
Memorial Park, Three Friends Fishing Hole and Service Club ballfields as
part of a system wide implementation
•Successful recruitment of 4 MWII positions in collaboration with Public
Works Operations. These are unique shared positions 0.75 Parks Ops
and 0.25 PW Ops
•Renovation of the Lake Meridian park plaza
•Lifecycle repairs, seal coat and striping of Wilson playfield and Hogan
Park @ Russell Road parking lots
•Downtown landscape, hanging basket and planter program –
continue implementation towards a sustainably managed program
•Installation of the new playground at Linda Heights park
•Partial replacement of the playground at KW Tot Lot #4 and
renovation of the drainage system
•Successful seasonal hiring and recruitment for the year helping fill a 7
day a week, 9 shift schedule need
Park Maintenance & Operations
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Alignment of Maintenance Standards with Recreational Value
•Bi- annual update of the Orientation and Safety training program
•Transition of Street Tree program to Public Works Operations and
incorporation of responsibility for gateways and trails to Park Ops
•LEAN process review of the Warehouse and supply inventory
•Project support of the new playground installation at Kent Memorial
Park
•Update and replacement of park rules signage system-wi de
•Drainage improvement project at Service Club ballfields
•Parking lot and pathway lighting lifecycle replacements at Service
Club ballfields, Wilson playfield and Hogan Park @ Russell Road
•Lifecycle fence replacement at Chestnut Ridge Park
Park Maintenance & Operations
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•More than 64,500 rounds of golf played at the 18 hole golf course.
•More than 25,600 rounds of golf played at the par 3 golf course.
•The 18 hole golf course was the host course for: Washington Junior Golf
Association District 6 Sub-District Tournament, Washington State Golf
Association Parent and Child Tournament, Western Washington PGA
Chapter Pro – Junior Tournament and the Washington State Golf
Association Better Ball Tournament.
•The 18 hole golf course is the home course for four local area boy’s
and girl’s high school golf teams and provided over 1,400 rounds of
golf to the local high school teams.
•The drilling and construction of the new irrigation well.
•Opening of the Scotch and Vine at Riverbend restaurant at the 18
hole golf course.
•Host and supporter of the Douglass Youth Development Program.
•Host and supporter of the First Tee of Greater Seattle Program.
•Home course of the Riverbend Men’s Golf Club and the Riverbend
Ladies Golf Association with a combined membership of over 570
members.
Riverbend Golf Complex
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Business Plan development for 2018-2021
•Electrical panel upgrades, final connection and testing of the new
irrigation well (Completed).
•Ordering and delivery of the new fleet of Club Car golf carts.
•Implementation of a new Beginning Golfer program during the
evening hours at the 18 hole golf course.
•Implementation of a new POS system designed to improve customer
service and improve operational efficiencies.
•Continued refinement and modifications to the golf complex
maintenance plan to further reduce maintenance costs and improve
efficiencies.
•Continue to expand the marketing plan to promote the off-season
times and the non-peak times to increase revenue.
•Develop a plan for the closure of the par 3 golf course, factoring in
both the positive and negative impacts to golf complex and how the
golf complex can best accommodate the current customer of the par
3 golf course.
Riverbend Golf Complex
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
2016 KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:
•Adoption of Park and Open Space Plan
•Completed Preferred Site Plan for Morrill Meadows Park that includes
siting of a new YMCA
•Purchase of Martin Property to complete Morrill Meadows assemblage
•Continued coordination on Lower Russell Road Levee project that
includes moving Van Doren’s Landing Park
•Completed design for replacing Lake Meridian Dock
•Worked on design for converting Hogan Park field to synthetic turf
multi-use field.
•Completed site plan for playground renovation at Kent Memorial Park
Parks, Planning and Development
2017 WORK PLAN HIGHLIGHTS:
•Complete construction of Lake Meridian Dock Replacement
•Complete construction of Hogan Park field renovation
•Complete construction of renovated playground at Kent Memorial
Park
•Complete design for Morrill Meadows/East Hill Park renovation
•Continue coordination on Lower Russell Road Levee project that
includes moving Van Doren’s Landing Park
Parks, Planning and Development
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
Julie Parascondola, Director
Parks, Recreation and Community Services
253-856-5007 | jparascondola@kentwa.gov
Lori Hogan, Superintendent
Recreation and Cultural Services
253-856-5067 | lhogan@kentwa.gov
Merina Hanson, Manager
Housing and Human Services
253-856-5077 | mhanson@kentwa.gov
Alex Ackley, Superintendent
Facilities Maintenance and Operations
253-856-5081 | aackley@kentwa.gov
Garin Lee, Superintendent
Park Maintenance and Operations
253-856-5131 | glee@kentwa.gov
Pete Petersen, Superintendent
Riverbend Golf Complex
253-856-5190 | rpetersen@kentwa.gov
Hope Gibson, Manager
Parks, Planning and Development
253-856-5112 | hgibson@kentwa.gov
Questions?
KENT CITY COUNCIL ANNUAL STRATEGIC PLANNING MEETING
4 February 2017 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
417 Ramsay Way, #112, Green River College @ Kent Station
DRAFT AGENDA
THE MEETING’S GOALS:
1. Discuss the major issues of interest to all Council members, particularly the City’s policies
on marijuana and sustainable funding for parks and recreation.
2. Ensure our vision, mission, and strategic plan goals are leading us in the direction we intend.
3. Review what we are doing to advance the Council’s vision on a host of miscellaneous issues.
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NOTE: Breakfast refreshments will be available at 7:30 so please come early to enjoy them
and be prepared to convene the meeting promptly at 8 a.m. Thank you!
8 :00 Welcome! Introduct ions; Review Meeting’s Purpose
BILL BOYCE, COUNCIL PRESIDENT
8:05 Revie w Agenda, Ground Rules, and Facilitation Techniques
JIM REID, FACILITATOR
8 :10 Identify Major Accomplishments of 2016
COUNCI L AND MAYOR COOKE
What was an accomplishment of the City in 2016 that will have positive,
long-term benefits for Kent?
8:30 Reaffirm Vision and Goals, and Review Strategy Mapping
COUNCIL, MAYOR, AND TODD BABCOCK
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What is the status of the staff’s efforts to advance the work the Council
did last August on refining the strategic plan, including vision, mission,
and goals?
How will the work on strategy mapping activate and advance the
strategic plan’s goals?
What is the status of our LEAN process?
How will the strategy mapping and LEAN process help create
performance measurements?
9:15 Major Accomplishments and Challenges
M AYOR’S LEADERSHIP T EAM (MLT) AND COUNCIL
From the MLT’s perspectives, what were each department’s two or three
major accomplishments?
What appear to be the biggest challenges facing each department in the
next couple years?
What are the Council’s reactions and thoughts about upcoming challenges?
10:15 Break
10:25 Council’s Policy Direction on Marijuana
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, AND THE MLT
This session will begin with a brief presentation by a panel of experts representing
public health, public safety, education, and economic perspectives. Our interest is
in accurately understanding and interpreting information, data, and trends that are
influencing the public’s perceptions about this issue.
What are the key findings from the panelists’ presentations?
What light do they shed on the public health, safety, education, and economic
issues that are part of our decision-making on whether or not to allow retail
sales of recreational and medical marijuana and/or the cultivation and processing
of marijuana within the City’s borders ?
What additional questions or issues need to be addressed?
What is each Council member’s and the Mayor’s current thinking about the sale
or processing of marijuana in Kent?
12:30 Lunch
1:00 Sustainable Funding for Parks
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, DEREK MATHESON, AARON BEMILLER, AND
JULIE PARASCONDOLA
How does funding for parks and recreation fit within the context of the fiscal cliff
that the City is approaching in 2020 and currently preparing for?
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What are viable options for providing a reliable and consistent source of funding
for parks and recreation into the long-term future? Is the B&O tax one such source?
2:30 Break
2:45 The City’s Direction in Placemaking
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, BEN WOLTERS, TIM LA PORTE, AND JULIE
PARASCONDOLA
At the 2015 annual strategic planning retreat, the Council agreed to a shift in direction
regarding transportation projects. The new emphasis is on more local projects that stimulate
economic development.
How has this direction been implemented? What does it look like today?
Does the Council still support this new emphasis?
What else might the City do to enhance placemaking while encouraging and
stimulating economic development?
3: 25 Strengthening External and Internal Communications
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, AND MICHELLE WILMOT
What are we doing and what do we plan to do to tell our story better to the public
and improve internal communications?
Do these efforts meet the Council’s interests, needs, and expectations?
Is information reaching the Council in a timely manner and in formats that are most
helpful to you?
What are other ideas to strengthen both external and internal communications?
3:50 Housing, Homelessness, and Social Services
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, JULIE PARASCONDOLA, AND M ERINA HANSON
What are the Council’s current thoughts about tenant protections?
What other things is the City doing on a local and regional basis to address
these issues?
4:25 Updates on Miscellaneous Issues
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, DEREK, AND THE MLT
One or two Council members mentioned each of the issues below during the
preparation for this year’s annual strategic planning retreat. Some of these are
already being addressed, while actions on others are planned in the near future.
Our goal is to come up with a process for addressing these issues if the Council
is interested in doing so.
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How is the City addressing crime, and, specifically, violent crime?
Should the City allow gambling within its borders?
What is the status of efforts to accommodate the Police Department’s
need for additional space on the City Campus?
Should the City explore a ban on plastic bags or wait for action at the
state level?
Should the City work with social and human services providers to determine
if there is duplication of service in some areas and a lack of service in others,
and then determine how to fill the service gaps?
4:50 What are We Taking Away from Today’s Meeting?
COUNCIL, MAYOR COOKE, MLT
5:0 0 Adjourn the Business M eeting
5:15 Dinner at Agave Cocina and Cantina, Kent Station
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DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
SMOKING/TOBACCO IN PARKS DISCUSSION PAPER | FEBRUARY 2017
PURPOSE OF DISCUSSION
The purpose of this discussion paper is to assist City of Kent policy leaders to decide on whether to enact an
ordinance restricting tobacco consumption and/or smoking in its public parks and open spaces in an effort to
contribute to the protection of the health of our workforce, visitors and environment. Tobacco-free parks
policies restrict the use of cigarettes and other tobacco products in parks and open spaces.
COMMON TYPES OF BANS
1. Smoke Free Parks – System Wide
2. Smoke Free Parks – Designated Areas Only (Playgrounds, Athletic Complexes)
3. Tobacco Free Parks – System Wide
4. Tobacco Free Parks – Designated Areas Only (Playgrounds, Athletic Complexes)
5. No Change in Policy
TYPES OF POLICY
1. Adopt a Kent Ordinance, No Penalty. Add ordinance under Parks and Recreation Chapter 4.01.
2. Adopt a Kent Ordinance, Penalty. Add ordinance under Parks and Recreation Chapter 4.01.
3. Create a Park Policy only, non-ordinance on voluntary tobacco free parks. (Same as #1)
Note: If an ordinance is adopted, implications on staff smoking in parks, contractors, etc. will all be impacted and policies and procedures
will need to be adjusted as well.
CURRENT LAWS, REGULATIONS OR POLICIES ADDRESSING PUBLIC SMOKING
• The Washington State Smoking in Public Places Law (previously the Clean Indoor Air Act), enacted in 2005,
prohibits smoking in “public places” including bars, restaurants, and private residences used to provide
childcare and other social services, with a minimum of 25’ between designated smoking areas and
entrances. While this law makes great strides to curb the detrimental effects of cigarette smoke in enclosed
spaces, it does little to address tobacco use in public outdoor spaces. See Exhibit B for details.
• Washington State Law prohibits the use of all tobacco products on public school property and requires
each school district board of directors to have a written policy prohibiting tobacco product use on school
property. RCW 28A.210.310.
• Parks, Recreation and Community Services, Departmental Policy 6.15: Smoking at Athletic Events. Smoking
or the use of any kind of tobacco product shall be prohibited on or near all City of Kent athletic fields while
youth games or practices are in session. See Exhibit C for details.
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• City of Kent, Personnel Policy 7.3 Smoking and Tobacco Use. It is the policy of the City of Kent to protect
and promote the health of its employees, maintain a safe and healthful working environment, comply with
Department of Labor and Industries rules on environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) in offices, and promote
the protection of City property. See Exhibit D for details.
BACKGROUND
Park and recreation agencies are critical stewards of public health — preserving and promoting access to
millions of acres of parkland that bring together people of all genders, faiths, ethnicities and abilities to pursue
physical activity, healthy lifestyles and leisure experiences. Currently, over 1,266 park and recreation agencies
across the country have deemed their facilities tobacco-free. (NRPA, 2017) Prohibiting tobacco consumption
and use at park and recreation facilities will shield visitors, especially children who are easily influenced by
adults, from unhealthy behavior and dangerous exposure to secondhand smoke.
Additionally, this prohibition will prevent millions of cigarette butts and filters, most of which never decompose
and can harm plants, grass and animals, leech into streams, or cause fires at park and recreation facilities, from
being left behind by tobacco users and add to maintenance and custodial operation costs.
Each day, tobacco consumption and use steals time, health, money, energy and life away from 42 million
American adults and 3 million middle and high school students. Tobacco is the leading cause of preventable
death and disease in the United States and exposes users to immediate and long-term damage.
Attitudes and opinions about the consumption of tobacco have shifted in recent decades, and scientific
research has repeatedly confirmed the danger of tobacco use. As park and recreation agencies seek to
improve public health, protect the environment, and uphold public trust, prohibiting the use or consumption of
tobacco at our ball fields, recreation centers, parks, splash pads and walking trails will go a long way towards
encouraging healthier lifestyles among the families and communities we serve.
The benefits of a tobacco prohibition include:
• Healthier recreational environments that promote physical activity, encourage personal development, and
minimize exposure to tobacco use and secondhand smoke.
• Less tobacco use and initiation among child and adult visitors at park and recreation facilities.
• More public awareness about the dangers of tobacco use and secondhand smoke exposure.
• Better health equity and fewer health disparities among visitors to park and recreation facilities.
• Cleaner parks that contribute to a high quality recreation experience because they are free of tobacco,
secondhand smoke and cigarette butts.
• Fewer carcinogens, toxic metals and poisonous gases from secondhand smoke and tobacco products that
impact human health, worsen air quality and impair physical activity necessary to fully enjoy park and
recreation facilities.
• Fresher air, smoke-free facilities and better respiratory health for all visitors to park and recreation facilities.
• Less risk in drought, dry months of fire catching from dropped cigarette butts.
The opposite side of a tobacco prohibition include:
• The freedom to choose is an American value that is often taken for granted. People choose to spend more
money when they are in debt and to eat junk food when they have high cholesterol. And they can choose
to smoke despite the risk of lung cancer.
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• Hand-holding policies create a greater social stigma against smokers and encourage a generation of
adults that are unable to make decisions confidently. Assuming personal responsibility for negative choices
is part of being an adult.
• Life emphasizes personal growth and a person can’t flourish if they’re not permitted control of their own
health decisions. Decisions that should be undeniably intrinsic to the individual.
• Institutions shouldn’t meddle in personal affairs every time a poor decision is made.
• From a historical perspective, banning addictive substances have not worked. Prohibition during the 1920s
proved that banning alcohol actually caused more harm than good. Underground bars, known as
speakeasies, popped up everywhere. Alcohol became the golden item to smuggle and sell illegally.
• An alternative to banning smoking can be to offer smoking cessation programs to help smokers cut their
addiction.
• As smoking advertisements are gradually eliminated, cigarette prices continue to rise and anti-smoking
campaigns are gaining momentum, smokers are huddled in a designated smoking corner. It is clear that
people are aware of the dangers of smoking. Tobacco products should be discouraged but in the end, a
direct infringement on people’s rights should be considered.
It is important to understand, if a policy is created to enact a restriction or ban on smoking and/or tobacco
related products, we are not taking away an individual’s right to smoke or use tobacco, we are simply asking
that it be delayed or withheld while attending a public park. Smokers and tobacco users in Washington State
are already used to smoking in designated areas due to the Clean Air Act adopted in 2005. This policy
consideration would extend the smoking limitation to public parks and its recreation and open spaces.
DATA AND STATISTICS
King County residents want tobacco and smoke-free parks and beaches. The majority of the residents (72%)
support prohibiting smoking in outdoor public areas. (King County, Tobacco-Free Parks Policy Implementation Guide, June
2011)
Within the City of Kent:
(King County City Health Profile Kent, October 2012)
• Top 2 leading causes of death in the City of Kent are Cancer and Heart Disease.
• Smoking ranked 7th out of 25 indicators (which is significantly higher than the King County average) as a
health risk factor likely influencing the development of a disease.
• Smoking during pregnancy ranked 9th out of 25 indicators (which is significantly higher than the King
County average) that influence pregnancy risks.
• 18% of residents in the East, 14% of residents in the SE and 11% of residents in the West are current
smokers – 43% total.
Within King County:
(King County Public Health, 2017)
• Nearly 1 in 5 Students in King County were using a tobacco product in 2014.
• Almost 1/5 of deaths in King County are caused by smoking.
• E-cigarette use among students increased from 3% in 2012 to 14% in 2014.
SUSTAINABILITY AND ENFORCEMENT PLAN
Source: King County Public Health, 2017
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Today, more than ever, community leaders understand that improving the health and well-being of individuals
and families means changing health-related behaviors—and that means addressing factors that influence
those behaviors. Communities need to ensure that they maintain the capacity to work in partnership to identify
and address public health challenges, and that their resulting health initiatives can have lasting—that is,
sustainable—impact.
Sustainability is about creating and building momentum to maintain community-wide change by organizing
and maximizing community assets and resources. It means institutionalizing policies and practices within
communities and organizations. Communication and enforcement are crucial to ensuring lasting change and
making a difference in people's lives.
Policy assessment
• Consider including questions regarding smoking in parks on any annual park user surveys to assess
patron’s awareness and/or experience with the policy.
• Ask grounds crews to monitor tobacco litter in parks (best if done both before and after policy
implementation) and use the data to determine if your policy communication is adequately meeting
expectations.
Policy promotion/communication
• Install appropriate number of signs at prominent locations within the park and/or parking lots.
• Maintain, repair/replace and/or add additional signage as necessary to effectively communicate
policy.
• Use banners or other temporary signs to celebrate implementation of new policy.
• Issue press release upon implementation highlighting new policy and informing community about how
to address violators.
• Review policy at the end of the first year and make changes as needed to ensure compliance and staff
support.
Maintaining compliance/enforcement
• Require park staff to immediately address any violators appropriately, which will be in the role of
education and communication. Park staff cannot enforce only inform.
• Similar to other park policies, such as alcohol and litter policies, the primary enforcement tool is signage
and communication to staff and community.
• Continue to include information about the new regulations in policy manuals, newsletters, and email
updates.
• Requiring signed tobacco-free statements from teams, participants, coaches, and parents is another
way to notify park users and support enforcement of the policy.
• Some parks ask violators to leave the facility for the remainder of the event for non-compliance.
• Ensure that staff and community know and understand adopted enforcement procedures.
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EXHIBIT A –TOBACCO OR SMOKE FREE PARK POLICIES CURRENTLY IN WASHINGTON STATE?
Source: 2010 Washington State Department of Health, Tobacco Prevention and Control Program, Statewide Outcomes Report on
Reducing Tobacco in Parks, direct call inquiries to Cities and Counties.
Benton Kennewick Parks 2005 Smoke free playgrounds, 25’ rule around perimeter. Signs posted at 26 playgrounds.
Benton Richland Parks 2006 Smoke free playgrounds, 50’ rule around perimeter. Signs posted at 20 playgrounds.
Benton West Richland Parks 2007 Smoke free parks and spit tobacco is specifically prohibited.
Chelan-
Douglas
Wenatchee City
Parks 2010 City policy covers all parks. Signs posted at play areas, sports fields and wading pools.
Clark Vancouver & Clark
County Parks 2005 Smoke free playgrounds. Signs are posted at playgrounds and restrooms.
Clark Battleground Parks 2007 Skate park section is smoke free and there are designated smoking areas.
Columbia Dayton Parks 2010 Smoke free zones 25’ around playgrounds, pools, athletic complex.
Garfield Pioneer Park 2008 A pocket park in Pomeroy is tobacco-free, 25’ rule.
Grant Moses Lake Parks 2006 Rule covers playgrounds, ballparks, play fields, bleachers, restrooms, concession stand
and any public gathering space.
King Auburn All tobacco use prohibited within 25’ of other people, play areas and beaches.
King Seattle Parks 2010 All tobacco use prohibited within 25’ of other people, play areas and beaches.
King Tukwila Parks Tobacco Free parks throughout the system. (Enforcement unknown)
King Seatac Parks Tobacco Free parks throughout the system. (Enforcement unknown)
King Burien Parks Tobacco Free parks throughout the system. (Enforcement unknown)
King Sammamish Tobacco Free parks throughout the system. (Enforcement unknown)
King Shoreline Tobacco Free parks throughout the system. (Enforcement unknown)
King Woodinville All tobacco use prohibited within 25’ of other people, play areas and beaches.
King Mercer Island All tobacco use prohibited within 25’ of other people, play areas and beaches.
King Kirkland All tobacco use prohibited within 25’ of other people, play areas and beaches.
Kittitas Ellensburg 2006 Rule covers playgrounds, restrooms, ball fields, beaches, and events.
Mason Mason County
Property 2006 All county-owned property is smoke free including parks and fairgrounds.
Pierce Puyallup 2004 Entire park is smoke free, compliance is voluntary.
Pierce Metro Parks 2009 Parks are smoke free and the policy includes enforcement provisions.
Pierce Pierce County Parks 2009 Parks are smoke free and the policy includes enforcement provisions.
Skagit Bakerview Park 2005 Entire park is smoke free, compliance is voluntary.
Skagit Clear Lake Beach 2005 Entire park is smoke free, compliance is voluntary.
Skagit Montgomery-Duban
Headlands 2007 Entire park is smoke free, compliance is voluntary.
Skagit Sharpe Park 2007 Entire park is smoke free, compliance is voluntary.
Snohomish Marysville 2001 First park in Snohomish County to enact a policy.
Snohomish Lake Stevens 2008 Smoke free policy includes enforcement provision and fine structure.
Snohomish
13 Snohomish
Community
Parks
2002-
2007
Cities of Arlington, Granite Falls, Gold Bar, Monroe, Mukilteo, Index, Sultan, Snohomish,
Everett, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, Edmonds, Bothell
Spokane Spokane Parks 2009 25’ rule covers playgrounds, pools, restrooms, skate parks, and community events.
Thurston Olympia 2005 Signs are posted at playgrounds.
Thurston Tumwater 2007 Entire park is smoke free, compliance is voluntary.
County Park Year Policy Detail
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EXHIBIT B – WASHINGTON STATE RCW 70.160 SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACES
Chapter 70.160 RCW
SMOKING IN PUBLIC PLACES
(Formerly: Washington clean indoor air act)
Sections
70.160.011 Findings—Intent—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901).
70.160.020 Definitions.
70.160.030 Smoking prohibited in public places or places of employment.
70.160.050 Owners, lessees to post signs prohibiting smoking.
70.160.060 Intent of chapter as applied to certain private workplaces.
70.160.070 Intentional violation of chapter—Removing, defacing, or destroying required sign—Fine—
Notice of infraction—Exceptions—Violations of RCW 70.160.050—Fine—Enforcement.
70.160.075 Smoking prohibited within twenty-five feet of public places or places of employment—
Application to modify presumptively reasonable minimum distance.
70.160.080 Local regulations authorized.
70.160.100 Penalty assessed under this chapter paid to jurisdiction bringing action.
NOTES:
Smoking in municipal transit vehicle, unlawful conduct: RCW 9.91.025.
70.160.011
Findings—Intent—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901).
The people of the state of Washington recognize that exposure to secondhand smoke is known to cause
cancer in humans. Secondhand smoke is a known cause of other diseases including pneumonia, asthma,
bronchitis, and heart disease. Citizens are often exposed to secondhand smoke in the workplace, and are likely
to develop chronic, potentially fatal diseases as a result of such exposure. In order to protect the health and
welfare of all citizens, including workers in their places of employment, it is necessary to prohibit smoking in
public places and workplaces.
[2006 c 2 § 1 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005).]
NOTES:
Captions not law—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901): "Captions used in this act are not any part of
the law." [2006 c 2 § 8 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005).]
70.160.020
Definitions.
As used in this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated unless the context clearly
indicates otherwise.
(1) "Smoke" or "smoking" means the carrying or smoking of any kind of lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, or any
other lighted smoking equipment.
(2) "Public place" means that portion of any building or vehicle used by and open to the public, regardless
of whether the building or vehicle is owned in whole or in part by private persons or entities, the state of
Washington, or other public entity, and regardless of whether a fee is charged for admission, and includes a
presumptively reasonable minimum distance, as set forth in RCW 70.160.075, of twenty-five feet from entrances,
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exits, windows that open, and ventilation intakes that serve an enclosed area where smoking is prohibited. A
public place does not include a private residence unless the private residence is used to provide licensed child
care, foster care, adult care, or other similar social service care on the premises.
Public places include, but are not limited to: Schools, elevators, public conveyances or transportation
facilities, museums, concert halls, theaters, auditoriums, exhibition halls, indoor sports arenas, hospitals, nursing
homes, health care facilities or clinics, enclosed shopping centers, retail stores, retail service establishments,
financial institutions, educational facilities, ticket areas, public hearing facilities, state legislative chambers and
immediately adjacent hallways, public restrooms, libraries, restaurants, waiting areas, lobbies, bars, taverns,
bowling alleys, skating rinks, casinos, reception areas, and no less than seventy-five percent of the sleeping
quarters within a hotel or motel that are rented to guests. A public place does not include a private residence.
This chapter is not intended to restrict smoking in private facilities which are occasionally open to the public
except upon the occasions when the facility is open to the public.
(3) "Place of employment" means any area under the control of a public or private employer which
employees are required to pass through during the course of employment, including, but not limited to:
Entrances and exits to the places of employment, and including a presumptively reasonable minimum
distance, as set forth in RCW 70.160.075, of twenty-five feet from entrances, exits, windows that open, and
ventilation intakes that serve an enclosed area where smoking is prohibited; work areas; restrooms; conference
and classrooms; break rooms and cafeterias; and other common areas. A private residence or home-based
business, unless used to provide licensed child care, foster care, adult care, or other similar social service care
on the premises, is not a place of employment.
[2006 c 2 § 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005); 1985 c 236 § 2.]
NOTES:
Captions not law—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901): See note following RCW 70.160.011.
70.160.030
Smoking prohibited in public places or places of employment.
No person may smoke in a public place or in any place of employment.
[2006 c 2 § 3 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005); 1985 c 236 § 3.]
NOTES:
Captions not law—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901): See note following RCW 70.160.011.
70.160.050
Owners, lessees to post signs prohibiting smoking.
Owners, or in the case of a leased or rented space the lessee or other person in charge, of a place
regulated under this chapter shall prohibit smoking in public places and places of employment and shall post
signs prohibiting smoking as appropriate under this chapter. Signs shall be posted conspicuously at each
building entrance. In the case of retail stores and retail service establishments, signs shall be posted
conspicuously at each entrance and in prominent locations throughout the place.
[2006 c 2 § 4 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005); 1985 c 236 § 5.]
NOTES:
Captions not law—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901): See note following RCW 70.160.011.
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70.160.060
Intent of chapter as applied to certain private workplaces.
This chapter is not intended to regulate smoking in a private enclosed workplace, within a public place,
even though such workplace may be visited by nonsmokers, excepting places in which smoking is prohibited
by the chief of the Washington state patrol, through the director of fire protection, or by other law, ordinance,
or regulation.
[ 1995 c 369 § 60; 1986 c 266 § 121; 1985 c 236 § 6.]
NOTES:
Effective date—1995 c 369: See note following RCW 43.43.930.
Severability—1986 c 266: See note following RCW 38.52.005.
70.160.070
Intentional violation of chapter—Removing, defacing, or destroying required sign—Fine—Notice of infraction—
Exceptions—Violations of RCW 70.160.050—Fine—Enforcement.
(1) Any person intentionally violating this chapter by smoking in a public place or place of employment, or
any person removing, defacing, or destroying a sign required by this chapter, is subject to a civil fine of up to
one hundred dollars. Any person passing by or through a public place while on a public sidewalk or public
right-of-way has not intentionally violated this chapter. Local law enforcement agencies shall enforce this
section by issuing a notice of infraction to be assessed in the same manner as traffic infractions. The provisions
contained in chapter 46.63 RCW for the disposition of traffic infractions apply to the disposition of infractions for
violation of this subsection except as follows:
(a) The provisions in chapter 46.63 RCW relating to the provision of records to the department of licensing in
accordance with RCW 46.20.270 are not applicable to this chapter; and
(b) The provisions in chapter 46.63 RCW relating to the imposition of sanctions against a person's driver's
license or vehicle license are not applicable to this chapter.
The form for the notice of infraction for a violation of this subsection shall be prescribed by rule of the
supreme court.
(2) When violations of RCW 70.160.050 occur, a warning shall first be given to the owner or other person in
charge. Any subsequent violation is subject to a civil fine of up to one hundred dollars. Each day upon which a
violation occurs or is permitted to continue constitutes a separate violation.
(3) Local health departments shall enforce RCW 70.160.050 regarding the duties of owners or persons in
control of public places and places of employment by either of the following actions:
(a) Serving notice requiring the correction of any violation; or
(b) Calling upon the city or town attorney or county prosecutor or local health department attorney to
maintain an action for an injunction to enforce RCW 70.160.050, to correct a violation, and to assess and
recover a civil penalty for the violation.
[2006 c 2 § 5 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005); 1985 c 236 § 7.]
NOTES:
Captions not law—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901): See note following RCW 70.160.011.
70.160.075
Smoking prohibited within twenty-five feet of public places or places of employment—Application to modify
presumptively reasonable minimum distance.
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Smoking is prohibited within a presumptively reasonable minimum distance of twenty-five feet from
entrances, exits, windows that open, and ventilation intakes that serve an enclosed area where smoking is
prohibited so as to ensure that tobacco smoke does not enter the area through entrances, exits, open
windows, or other means. Owners, operators, managers, employers, or other persons who own or control a
public place or place of employment may seek to rebut the presumption that twenty-five feet is a reasonable
minimum distance by making application to the director of the local health department or district in which the
public place or place of employment is located. The presumption will be rebutted if the applicant can show by
clear and convincing evidence that, given the unique circumstances presented by the location of entrances,
exits, windows that open, ventilation intakes, or other factors, smoke will not infiltrate or reach the entrances,
exits, open windows, or ventilation intakes or enter into such public place or place of employment and,
therefore, the public health and safety will be adequately protected by a lesser distance.
[2006 c 2 § 6 (Initiative Measure No. 901, approved November 8, 2005).]
NOTES:
Captions not law—2006 c 2 (Initiative Measure No. 901): See note following RCW 70.160.011.
70.160.080
Local regulations authorized.
Local fire departments or fire districts and local health departments may adopt regulations as required to
implement this chapter.
[ 1985 c 236 § 9.]
70.160.100
Penalty assessed under this chapter paid to jurisdiction bringing action.
Any penalty assessed and recovered in an action brought under this chapter shall be paid to the city or
county bringing the action.
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EXHIBIT C – CITY OF KENT, PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES, POLICY 6.15
SECTION 6, POLICY NO. 6.15
SMOKING AT ATHLETIC ACTIVITIES
RECREATION DIVISION
REFERENCES: CITY POLICY 7.3
1.0 Policy
1.1 Smoking or the use of any kind of tobacco product shall be prohibited on or near all City of Kent
athletic fields while youth games or practices are in session.
1.2 All participants in Kent Parks and Recreation activities shall strictly adhere to Kent School District
policy #1428 while participating on school district property. The policy states: Effective
September 1,1991, and in accordance with state law, smoking or the use of any kind of tobacco
product shall be prohibited on all district property, including athletic fields and district vehicles.
This policy is applicable to all persons employed by the district; students enrolled in the district;
volunteers; outside contractors; and all other persons who, for whatever reason at whatever
time, occupy or use district property.
2.0 Procedure
2.1 The policy shall be included in all league rules, reviewed at all coaches’ meetings, and printed
on all league schedules.
2.2 Failure to comply with the policy may result in exclusion from the program.
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EXHIBIT C – CITY OF KENT PERSONNEL POLICY 7.3 SMOKING AND TOBACCO USE
EFFECTIVE DATE: January 1, 2007
POLICY
It is the policy of the City of Kent to protect and promote the health of its employees, maintain a
safe and healthful working environment, comply with Department of Labor and Industries rules on
environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) in offices, and promote the protection of City property.
7.3.1 DEFINITIONS:
Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS): a mixture of smoke emitted from burning tobacco products
and smoke exhaled by the smoker. ETS is also commonly referred to as second-hand smoke.
Exposure to ETS is often referred to as passive smoking or involuntary smoking. ETS is a complex
chemical mixture, made up of thousands of different substances.
Tobacco products: also commonly referred to as tobacco chew or smokeless tobacco.
Office worksite: includes any indoor or enclosed occupied space where activities such as clerical,
administrative, or business are transacted.
All worksites that fall within the jurisdiction of the Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) are
required to comply with the Department of Labor and Industries rules and regulations.
7.3.2 AREAS DESIGNATED AS NO SMOKING AREAS:
A. All City buildings, enclosed facilities, and vehicles are designated as non-smoking areas. In
addition, office worksites under WISHA jurisdiction are also designated as non-smoking
areas.
B. Smoking is prohibited within twenty-five (25) feet from entrances, exits, windows that open,
and ventilation intakes that serve an enclosed area.
7.3.3 SMOKING AND USE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS:
A. Smoking and the use of tobacco products is only allowed during the employee's designated
breaks and meal periods.
B. Employees must appropriately dispose of their smoking or tobacco by product(s) prior to
returning to official duties.
7.3.4 POLICY COMPLIANCE:
Failure of an employee to follow this City policy may result in the employee's discipline, up to and
including termination of employment.
7.3.5 COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS/CIVIL SERVICE LAWS:
Employees covered by Collective Bargaining agreements, Civil Service laws and rules, or covered by
the Law Enforcement Officers and Firefighter's (LEOFF I) disability provisions, will be subject to the
specific terms of those agreements, laws, or rules applicable to smoking and the use of tobacco in
the workplace. In the event a collective bargaining agreement does not contain Smoking Policy
provisions, then employees covered by same will be governed by this policy.
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EXHIBIT D – DIFFERENT TYPES OF TOBACCO AND SMOKE PRODUCTS
King County Health Department, 2017.
E CIGARETTES AND VAPOR PRODUCTS
Electronic smoking devices or e-cigarettes are battery operated devices used to inhale a vaporized liquid
solution that frequently contain nicotine, flavorings and other chemicals. Because the liquid solution is
converted into an aerosol vapor, e-cigarette use is often referred to as "vaping," rather than smoking.
Health effects
While e-cigarettes do not contain tobacco, they often contain nicotine.
• The main harm from nicotine is addiction: Nicotine is highly addictive.
• People addicted to nicotine can experience significant physical and psychological withdrawal
symptoms when they try to stop using nicotine.
• Nicotine is harmful during pregnancy. It can lead to babies born at low birth weight, preterm delivery
and stillbirth.
• Nicotine raises heart rate and blood pressure4 and may damage blood vessels and heart muscle.
Nicotine and youth
Youth are especially vulnerable to the toxic effects of nicotine.
• The younger one starts using nicotine, the more likely you will become addicted.
• Nicotine use during adolescence may have long-lasting effects on brain function, including thinking
and behavior.
• Nicotine use in e-cigarettes may predispose youth towards using tobacco products.
Toxicity and poisonings
Nicotine is toxic if spilled on skin or ingested in liquid form.
• Many refillable liquid nicotine (e-juice) bottles come in easy to open packaging that is not child-
resistant.
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• In the first half of 2015 Washington Poison Center received 21 reports of e-cigarette exposures and
poisonings in children. Common exposures for children included playing with vape pens, opening the
liquid nicotine bottle and getting it on their hands, or drinking directly from liquid nicotine bottles.
Secondhand vapor and health effects
Research on health effects of secondhand exposure to e-cigarettes is still emerging. However, initial studies
have shown the vapor contains carcinogens. The quantity of these carcinogens is less that what is found in
conventional cigarettes.
• E-cigarette may cause secondhand vaping.
• The vapor contains several carcinogens, such as formaldehyde, acetaldehyde, lead, nickel, and
chromium.
• However, the quantity of these harmful compounds is often less than what is found in conventional
cigarette smoke.
• Sodium, iron, aluminum, and nickel have been found in higher concentrations than in cigarette smoke
and are associated with lung irritation, shortness of breath, and chronic bronchitis.
Evidence on cessation
• E-cigarettes have not been scientifically proven to help smokers quit or reduce consumption of
traditional cigarettes.
• E-cigarettes have not been proven safe or effective by the Food and Drug Administration as a quit
smoking aid (cessation device).
• Smokers wishing to quit can find out safe and effective options for quitting tobacco.
E-cigarette marketing
E-cigarette manufacturers are using marketing tactics used by the tobacco industry to lure kids to conventional
cigarettes. Their tactics include slick magazine ads, sponsorship of concerts and auto races, celebrity
endorsements and sweet, colorful flavors. In addition, e-cigarettes are often aggressively placed in
convenience stores near candy.
Kid-friendly flavors
Refillable liquid nicotine solutions are available in thousands of flavors. Many of the flavors appeal specifically to
youth and even use the same brand names as kids' candy, ice cream, cereal products or other treats.
FLAVORED TOBACCO
The emergence of new flavored tobacco products on the market poses a significant threat to the public's
health especially Washington state youth.
Flavored tobacco appeals to youth
• Tobacco products, such as cigars, cigarillos and snus (teabag-like pouches of tobacco), have brightly
colored packaging and are available in a wide array of youth-friendly flavors.
• New dissolvable tobacco products like orbs (dissolvable tobacco pellets), sticks, and strips closely
resemble gum, candy, and breath strips.
• Flavors mask tobacco's harshness making them easier to use and increasing their appeal to youth.
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• A 2007 national study showed that 17-year old youth smokers were 3 times more likely to use flavored
cigarettes than adult smokers over the age of 25.
• Nationally, 90% of current adult smokers started using tobacco at or before they turned 18.
Youth tobacco use in Washington
• Youth smoking has NOT declined in recent years.
• 45 youth start using tobacco every day and one third of them will eventually die from it.
• 13% of youth report smoking cigarettes in the past month.
• BUT, 20.3% of youth report using, in the past month, non-cigarette tobacco products such as cigars,
chewing tobacco or hookah -- which are typically flavored.
• 1 in 5 school-aged youth who use tobacco usually get their tobacco from a store or gas station,
locations where flavored products are generally displayed and sold.
Flavored cigars and chew are still legal to sell
In 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned candy and fruit-flavored cigarettes to protect our
youth from initiating tobacco use. However, the ban does not include other types of flavored tobacco such as
smokeless tobacco or cigars. Maine and New York City have closed the loophole by banning the sale of all
flavored tobacco.
HOOKAH SMOKING
Hookah is a water pipe used to smoke tobacco, marijuana and other substances. Smoke is created through
indirect charcoal heat, filtered through water, and drawn through a rubber hose to a mouthpiece. It is often
smoked in group settings using the same mouthpiece. Shisha, a mixture of tobacco and a sweetener (such as
molasses) is a commonly-used product for hookah in the U.S. and is often flavored to taste like fruit or candy.
Not a safe alternative to cigarettes
• Many hookah smokers believe that smoking hookah is less harmful than smoking cigarettes. However,
smoking tobacco from a hookah carries many of the same or greater health risks as smoking cigarettes.
• Water pipe smoking delivers nicotine, which is addicting, and is at least as toxic as cigarette smoke.
• Due to the frequency of puffing, depth of inhalation, and length of the smoking session, hookah smokers
may absorb higher concentrations of the toxins found in cigarette smoke.
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• A typical 1-hour-long hookah smoking session involves inhaling over 100 times the volume of smoke
inhaled from a single cigarette.
• Hookah smokers may be at risk for some of the same diseases as cigarette smokers, such as oral lung,
stomach and esophageal cancer, reduced lung function and decreased fertility.
High use among youth and young adults
• In King County, 14% of 12th graders reported using hookah within the last 30 days.
• Almost a quarter of U.S. young adults (aged 18-24) had used hookah to smoke flavored tobacco.
Health effects of hookah smoking and secondhand smoke
• The charcoal used to heat tobacco in the hookah increases the health risks by producing high levels of
carbon monoxide, metals, and cancer-causing chemicals.
• Hookah tobacco and smoke contain numerous toxic substances known to cause lung, bladder, oral
cancers, and heart disease.
• Secondhand smoke from hookahs poses a serious risk, particularly because it contains smoke not only
from the tobacco but also from the heat source (e.g., charcoal) used in the hookah.
• Babies born to women who smoked one or more water pipes a day during pregnancy have lower birth
weights than babies born to nonsmokers and are at an increased risk for respiratory diseases.
• Infectious diseases may be transmitted between smokers due to sharing a hookah.
New forms of hookah
In recent years, new forms of hookah smoking have been introduced.
• Studies of tobacco-based shisha and "herbal" shisha show that
smoke from both preparations contains carbon monoxide and
other toxic agents known to increase the risks for smoking-related
cancers, heart disease, and lung disease.
• Electronic hookah, such as steam stones and hookah pens, are
battery powered and turn liquid containing nicotine, flavorings,
and other chemicals into a vapor, which is inhaled.11 Products that
contain nicotine are addictive, yet very little information is
currently available on the health risks of the other flavorings and
chemicals.
• For more information about electronic devices (e-cigarettes,
vaping devices) see our E-cigarette and vapor product page.
Regulations
Hookah smoking is regulated the same way cigarette smoking is in Washington. State law and local King
County Board of Health Code prohibit smoking (including hookah smoking) from all public places and places
of employment. There are no exemptions for traditional hookah lounges.
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EXHIBIT E – POLICY SAMPLES
ORDINANCE EXAMPLE: CITY OF TACOMA, WA (METRO PARKS TACOMA) ORDINANCE
ORDINANCE NO. 27841
BY REQUEST OF COUNCIL MEMBERS LADENBURG, STRICKLAND, AND TALBERT
AN ORDINANCE relating to the park code; amending Chapter 8.27 of the Tacoma Municipal Code, prohibiting
smoking in all City parks.
WHEREAS the City’s parks are intended for the healthy enjoyment of all citizens, including children and youth,
and
WHEREAS Metro Parks Tacoma staff has reported that smoking and tobacco use in parks has resulted in litter of
cigarette butts, cigar butts, and other tobacco-related waste, which studies have shown can cause
environmental degradation and pose a health risk to children and animals, and
WHEREAS the City Council, through its Public Safety, Human Services and Education Committee, received
testimony from representatives of the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department that smoking and tobacco
use, including secondhand smoke, has been linked with the development of lung cancer, heart attack, low
birth weight, bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma, chronic respiratory problems, and eye and nasal irritation, and
WHEREAS studies have shown that children and youth exposed to smoking and tobacco use are more likely to
smoke when they get older, and
WHEREAS many parks in the City contain brush and trees, which can be combustible, particularly in the dry
summer months, and the parks do not contain facilities for disposing of tobacco products and tobacco
products that are not completely extinguished pose an increased risk of fire, and
WHEREAS, in spring 2009, Metro Parks Tacoma, along with Tacoma-Pierce County Public Health, requested that
the Public Safety, Human Services and Education Committee (“Committee”) examine the issue of a citywide
ban of smoking in all public parks within the City limits of Tacoma in order to promote public health and safety,
and
WHEREAS, on June 25, 2009, and August 13, 2009, the Committee discussed the item and deliberated on the
policy objectives and the scope of the policy before deciding upon the policy goals of public health, litter
concerns, and fire dangers in the ordinance, and
WHEREAS the Committee gave a “do pass” recommendation for the all-encompassing smoking ban in City
parks,
WHEREAS, if implemented, the proposed ordinance will require “No Smoking” signage to be in place in order to
be effective, and
WHEREAS the City will be responsible for all municipally owned park signage; Now, Therefore,
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY OF TACOMA:
Section 1. That Chapter 8.27 of the Tacoma Municipal Code is amended, as set forth in the attached Exhibit
“A.”
EXHIBIT “A”
8.27.085 Smoking in parks prohibited.
It is unlawful for any person to smoke or light cigars, cigarettes, tobacco, or other smoking material within a
park. The Director or City Manager shall post signs in appropriate locations, prohibiting smoking in parks.
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For the purposes of this section, “smoke” or “smoking” means the carrying, holding, or smoking of any kind of
lighted pipe,
cigar, cigarette, or any other lighted smoking equipment. A violation of this section is a class 4 civil infraction
$25, not including statutory assessments. Such penalty is in addition to any other remedies or penalties provided
by law.
NON-ORDINANCE EXAMPLE: CITY OF TUMWATER,WA ORDINANCE
A RESOLUTION of the City Council of the City of Tumwater Washington urging park users to refrain from
using tobacco products in all city owned park facilities
WHEREAS, tobacco related disease is the number one cause of death to Washington residents, killing more
people than AIDS, alcohol, car, accidents, fires, illegal drugs, murders, and suicides combined; and
WHEREAS the Environmental Protection Agency has classified secondhand smoke as a Group A human
carcinogen and therefore concludes that secondhand smoke is a risk to non-smokers; and
WHEREAS, there is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke and even brief exposure can cause
immediate harm; and
WHEREAS, cigarette butts pose a significant litter burden; they are the largest source of outdoor recreation trash
in parks and the single most littered item in the world, reports from jurisdictions with tobacco policies in place
indicate a dramatic reduction in litter and subsequently maintenance costs; and
WHEREAS, adults are often role models for young people, and adults who smoke set a bad example for youth;
And
WHEREAS, it is in the City s interest and the interests of park users to be aware of the risks posed by secondhand
smoke, and to acknowledge the desirability of adults providing good role models for kids; and
WHEREAS, approximately 80 percent of Thurston County residents do not smoke; and
WHEREAS, the City encourages the use of parks facilities in a safe and healthy manner, and the Parks and
Recreation Department and City Council have recommended the installation of signage requesting voluntary
compliance of park patrons not to smoke;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUMWATER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Tumwater Parks and Recreation Department is hereby requested to install signage at all
parks owned by the City of Tumwater urging park users to voluntarily comply with the request to
refrain from using tobacco products while visiting Tumwater parks.
Section 2. Ratification. Any act consistent with the authority and prior to the effective date of this
Resolution is hereby ratified and affirmed.
Section 3. Severability. The provisions of this Resolution are declared separate and severable. The invalidity
of any clause, sentence, paragraph, subdivision, section, or portion of this Resolution or the
invalidity of the application thereof to any person or circumstance, shall not affect the validity of
the remainder of the Resolution or the validity of its application to other persons or
circumstances.
Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon adoption and signature
provided by law.
ADOPTED this 16th day of October 2007.
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EXHIBIT F – SIGNAGE SAMPLES