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Home My WebLink About2009 August 18 2009 Primary Local Voters Pamplet`- WHATCOM COUNTY OFFICIAL 'LOCAL VOTERS' PAMPHLET Primary Election - August 18, 2009 j. T vfir Published by the Whatcorn Comity Auditor's Office — www.witatcoincoiirity.lis/ailditor �, w Dear Whatcom County Voter: I've heard the question, "Why should I vote in a Primary Election?" The answer is simple. You, the voter, have the power to nominate the most qualified candidate to move on to the General Election. The Local Voters' Pamphlet provides information supplied by candidates to help you make this important decision. If you don't vote, you may not prefer the choice of candidates that do move on to the General Election. Don't leave your vote in someone else's hands! The 2009 Local Voters' Pamphlet brings a change to the. candidate statement. For the first time Whatcom County candidates have been asked to provide their biography in addition to their statement. I believe this will provide you with a clearer understanding of the candidates that will be representing you in office. Exercise your power and vote in the Primary Election. Sincerely, Shirley Forslof Whatcom County Auditor To Vote Your Ballot..................................3 Accessible Voting Unit .............................4 Sample Ballot ..................... ......................5 Participating Jurisdictions Where Can I Deposit My Ballot? ...........6 Voter Information....................................7 Candidates ......... ............ ...................... 8-15 Port of Bellingham Commissioner District Nos. I and 2, whatcoan County Council At -Large. City- of Bellingham Council I;Vard 6. City of -Blain Council Ward 2 Posuion 4. City of Ferndale Council Position 5, and City of l.ynden Council Position 4. i Published by the Whatcom County Auditor's Office: -%vww.whatcomcounty.us/auditor Cover Photo :D Brett Baunton. www.BrettBaunton.com r To Vote Your Ballot 7 Step-1: To Vote Your Ballot. Use blue or black ink. Do NOT use a felt tip pen or pencil. Draw a single line to connect the arrow. Do not cut or deface your ballot. • More than one vote for, on office or ballot measure will be an. overvote and no CORRECT INCORRECT votes for that office or ballot measure will be counted, unless specifically allowed Use bluer black ink 4= X y by law. to connect the arrow by your choice with a Step 2: Remove Stub. Remove the single line, 4W /me Do NOT use a felt stub at the top of the ballot at the tip pen or pencil. perforation and -discard the stub. Step 3: Keep It Secret. Place the voted ballot in the white secrecy envelope and seal it. Step 4: Mailing Envelope. Place the white secrecy envelope inside the return envelope. Step 5: Step 6: Step 7: Sign the Voter Affidavit. Read and sign the voter affidavit on the back of the return envelope. • The return envelope must be signed by you in order for your ballot to be counted. if you are unable .to sign your name, have two people, witness your mark on your .ballot envelope. • Ballot signatures are matched with your voter registration. Protect Your Privacy. Seal the envelope s6 the privacy flap covers your signature as indicated on the envelope. Mail Your Ballot. Affix first-class postage before you deposit your ballot in the mail. • In order for your vote to be counted, your ballot envelope needs to be postmarked no later than Election Day or deposited in the Curbside Ballot Drop Box located at 311 Grand Ave., by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. IF, YOU MAKE A MISTAKE. Draw a line through the entire candidate's name like this: dohn-Bee 4- then have the option of making another choice, if you wish. Do not erase! To write-in a name not on the ballot, connect the arrow and write in the name of the candidate in the space provided. ilA 3 L Accessible Voting knit What is an Accessible Votinal Unit? An accessible voting unit (AVU) is federally required. It is equipped with visual and audio technology that allows voters with impaired vision and/or physical disabilities to vote a secret ballot. The AVU is an accurate and secure way to vote. Where will the AVU be located? The AVU will be located at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office, Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave., Suite 103, Bellingham, WA. When can I vote using the AVU? You may vote beginning Wednesday, July 29, 2009. The AVU will be available to vote in the Auditor's Office Mon. — Fri., 10:00 a.m. — 3:00 p.m. The AVU will be available on Election Day, Tuesday, August 1.8, 2009, from 7:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m. Is the AVU secure? Yes. The AVU stands alone and is not connected to the Internet or an intranet. When a vote is cast the ballot selections are encrypted and stored within the voting unit. The ballot order is scrambled to ensure the voter's anonymity and leaves no connection between the voter and his or her recorded vote. How can I be sure my vote will be counted? The AVU displays a paper record of your selections before you cast your ballot. Your secret ballot is electronically stored and it cannot be traced back to you. Sample Baflot SAMPLE BALLOT To Vote: Use either blue or black ink. Do not use a felt tip pen or pencil. CConetTheHeadandTallofthearrorvthatpointstoyourchoicewithaSingleLineas WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTONswn. PRIMARY ELECTION. AUGUST 18, 2009-M§ Not all districts on this sample will appear on your ballot. Only the district that you're entitled to vote on will appear. PORT OF BELLINGHAM Commissioner Dist No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term John Blethen Ham Hayes Scott L.Walker Write-in PORT OF BELLINGHAM Commissioner Dist No. 2 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Mike McAuley Doug Karlberg Douglas G. Smith Write -In WHATCOM COUNTY County Council At -Large Nonpartisan Vote For One Year Term Bill Knutzen Dave Pros Laurie Caskey-Schreiber Write -In CITY OF BELLINGHAM Council Ward 6 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Catherine Chambers Christopher Morrison Michael Lilliquist rWdte-In 00 me 00 Ed • IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE: Drava aline through the entire candidate's name like this: Jahn -Bee 4 m ---+@ You then have the option of making another choice if you wish. • Write -In: To vote for a person not on the ballot, connect the arrow and write in the name of the person on the line provided. • Overvote: More than one vote for an office or ballot measure will be an overvote and no votes for that office or measure will be counted. • More Instructions: See enclosed instruction insert. CITY OF BLAINE Council Ward 2 Position 4 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term John George Charlie Hawkins David Gallion Write -In CITY OF FERNDALE Council Position 5 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Jeff Stover Ken Downey David Lee Wilson Jon Mutchler Write -In CITY OF LYNDEN Council Position 4 Nonpartisan Vote For One 2 Yr Unexpired Term _ Brent Lenssen Bob Johnson Rodney VanderWerff Greg Penner Write-in 4 5 Voter Information If you do not wish to return your ballot by mail, the following ballot drop box locations will be available: Ballot Drop Box Locations ❑ en 20 Days Prior To Election Da Whatcom County Auditor's Office Whatcom County Courthouse HOURS: Monday — Friday 311 Grand Ave., Suite 103 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Bellingham, WA Election Day Only: 7:00 am. to 8:00 pm. OR r Curbside Ballot Drop BoxOTIEn � -mm 311 Grand Avenue (near Courthouse Rotunda) st Bellingham, WA - Bp4LOTS OPEN: 20 Days Prior to Election-• { `Election Day: Closes at 8:00 pm. — Election Day Only - BallotDro Box Locations r - Drop Box Hours: 7:00 am. — 8:00 pm. Blaine City Hall: Everson Library: l Ferndale Library: Lynden Public Library: 344 H Street, Blaine, WA 104 Kirsch Dr., Everson, WA 2222 Main St., Ferndale, WA 216 4th St., Lynden, WA If You Have Not Received Your Ballot If you have not received your ballot by August 3, 2009, please contact the Whatcom County Elections Division at (360) 676-6742 or TTY (366) 738-4555, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Washington State Law Prohibits Ballots Deposited After 8:00 p.m. on Election Day From Being Counted. How Can I Register? A citizen may register to vote by: (1) completing the registration form oliline at www.vote,.wa.gov only if you have a Washington State Driver's License or a Washington State I.D. card; (2) completing the Mail -In Voter Registration Form and mailing it to the preprinted return address on the form, or (3) by completing the form'in person at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office, Elections Division. Last Day to Register to Vote Citizens may register to vote at any time. However, the registration must be postmarked or received at least 29 flays before an election in order to vote in that election. A citizen that is not currently registered to vote in the State of Washington may register in person at the Auditor's Office, Elections Division up to 8 days before an election. ` Name Change If your name has changed, complete a new registration form. Information indicatirfg the former name, address, and signature plus the new name and signature must be provided. If Your Mailing or Residence Address Has Changed Now that you have a new mailing address and/or new residential address, your voter record needs to be updated. Updating your record is easy!' (Choose one of the following options) Address Change Within Whatcom County: • Online at www.vote.wa.gov • Call the Elections Division at the Auditor's Office at (360) 676-6742 or TTY (360) 738-4555 • Complete and mail a new voter registration form Address Change Outside Whatcom County: • Online at www.vote.wa.gov • Complete and mail a new voter registration form A new voter registration card will be mailed after your address change is processed. When to Cancel Registrations • If you have moved out of Whatcom County, your signature is required to cancel your voter registration. • If -a family member has passed away, contact the Elections Division and a form will be mailed for you to complete. Questions? If you have questions, please feel free to call the Whatcom County Auditor's Office, Elections Division at (360) 676- 6742 or TTY (360) 738-4555, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. 6 7 r PORT OF BiELLINGHAM Commissioner District No. 1 1 John B lethen Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: John owns and operates New' Whatcom Interiors, a suc- cessful cabinetmaking business started in 1979. In the past, he has worked in shipyards, schools, and construction. Significant Career Experience: John has been a community leader for 40 years. He has served on The Waterfront Futures and Waterfront Ad- visory Groups. He currently chairs the Greenways Committee and is co -architect of the Blethen Plan for waterfront redevelopment. He has won the Dietrich Award, a Resources Environmental Hero award, and was the Bellingham Business Journal's Mover and Shaker of 2008. Education: BA, Antioch College; MED, Western Washington University. Family: Father of four wonderful daughters, five grandchildren Ham Hayes i Non -Partisan I� Current Occupation/Employer: Co-founder/ 1 Director, Collective Intelligence Solutions. Significant Career Experience: Twenty-five years of management and consulting experience in business, government and industry. Duties have included: large project management, strategic planning, organiza- tional development and economic analysis. Community service: Vice - chair of Port of Bellingham Marina Advisory Committee; Candidate for Bellingham City Council in 2007; Past President of Puget Neighbor- hood Association; Treasurer and board member for a local non-profit organization; Member, Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism Mar- keting Committee; Board member, Marketing Committee Chair, Old Fairhaven Association. Scott L: Walker Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: RetiredArcoBP environmental engineer and public affairs manager Significant Career Experience: Combat medic, 1st Marine Division, Vietnam; 30 years experience in management of environ- mental, safety, industrial health and community/ governmental relations in Montana, Alaska and Washington; numerous community boards (Red Cross, Rotary, EDC, YWCA, WW U etc.) Elected Experience: Elected to the Bellingham Port Commission 1991, 1997,2001,2005 Education: BA, University of Oregon (1969); MS, Environmental Sci- ence, University of Cincinnati (1972) Candidate Statement: Our county faces many crucial economic issues and our waterfront redevelopment is at a critical stage. It is vital that our government organizations understand their responsibility to provide family wage jobs for long-term economic benefit rather than short-term profits for the Port. The Port should expand support for existing agri- culture and maritime businesses, and create opportunities for new busi- ness development. It should not be competing with the private secior. Environmental protection/restoration and a stable economic base will enhance our quality of life. I will change the culture of the Port to reflect these values. Endorsed by the Whatcom County Democrats. Address: 1123 Railroad Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 220-5914 • E-Mail: BlethenForPort@gmail.com Website: www.blethenforport.com Education: BS in Geology and Geophysics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology Family: Married to Gloria Harrison, three children, six grand -children Candidate Statement: Ham brings 25 years of business management experience to the Port's prime mission: creating jobs and promoting re- sponsible economic development for Whatcom County. Because of his past service as Marina Advisory Committee Vice -chair, he understands the need for the Port to communicate meaningfully with the public and stay in touch with what is important to the community. Today, the Port acts more like a landlord than an engine for economic success. Ham will provide a fresh attitude and ideas to support our existing marine and aviation businesses. He will encourage new business and respect the value of genuine public process. Address: 954 Puget St., Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 319-1936 • E-Mail: ham@hayesforport.com Website: www.hayesforport.com Candidate Statement: The mission of your Port is to efficiently man- age transportation facilities and create jobs and opportunities .for our citizens. A recent study found that there are over 4,000 jobs on port property, with a payroll of $168 million. Indirect jobs number another 3,300. We continue to look for ways to strengthen our economy, in marine trades, technology, NOAA home porting; niche manufacturing and others. This success of the Port during my tenure reflects my business experi- ence, judgment, vision and leadership. Experience matters in dealing with a changing economy, and the results prove it. I value your vote. Address: 1011 13th St., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 676-2688 • E-Mail: walkerforport@gmail.com Website: www.scottw6lkerforport.com Mike McAuley Non -Partisan Current Occupatioii/Employer: Green Builder and Owner, McAuley Building Conservation Significant Career Experience: Former US Ma- rine and Desert Storm Veteran; served the Belling- ham Lettered Streets Neighborhood Association since 2002, first as Representative to Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Commission and currently as Vice Chairman; small business owner of two companies since 1998; Chairman of the Board for Fourth Corner Produc- tions; Neighborhood representative on Bellingham's Planning Academy Education: Western Washington University, MS in Geography, em- phasis on resource management and policy with a thesis on Whatcom. County Growth Management; Evergreen State College, BS in Environ- mental Studies, emphasis on urban ecology and environmental policy Doug Karlberg Non -Partisan - Current Occupation/Employer: Self -Employed Commercial fisherman. Significant Career Experience: Fishing industry representative. Patent holder. International import/ export experience. (Japan, China, Turkey, Russia) Family: Candidate did not respond Candidate Statement: This year is one of the most important in the Port of Bellingham's history, as critical decisions will be made affecting the future of Whatcom County forever. Currently, the Port operates in a manner that fails to reflect contemporary local values. Recent water- front planning has responded poorly to public concerns compromising the project's incredible potential. It's not too late to set the right mecha- nisms in motion. As Port Commissioner I will: modernize Port leadership by improving collaboration, access, and accountability, position the Port to embrace emerging economies, and implement a renewed focus on the Port's core obligations to Whatcom County. Address: P.O. Box 2807, Bellingham, WA 98227 Phone: (360) 739-4246 • E-Mail: Elect@MikeFoYPort.com Website: www.MikeForPort.com Local wages have declined for decades. Our young are moving out. These must be reversed. Durable family wage jobs and a strong middle class, matters. An impartial, third party review of pollution cleanup, and financial obli- gations, before spending. A mountain of your money deserves a careful plan. My Waterfront plan; is to not lose your money. Serve all citizens at a low-cost port, and hide nothing; It's your money, and your trust, which are precious. I get it. Education: Graduated BHS, continuing adult education credits Address: P.O. Box 4397, Bellingham, WA 98227 WWU, WCC, Texas A&M. Hazardous Materials Certification and Phone: (360) 961-2618 • E-Mail: douglaskarlberg@yahoo.com Incident Command. Website: www.port-reform.com Family: Divorced father of three girls. Candidate Statement: Property taxes are a slush fund, adding fuel to the spending fire. Most ports operate fine without taxes; They have a monopoly! Douglas G. Smith Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: DSJ proper- ties manager/self & Commissioner/Port of Bell- ingham 1994 to present Significant Career Experience: Army elec- tronic warfare instructor; Coast Guard engineer- ing officer; aircraft manufacturing safety advisor; oil refinery facilities project engineer; licensed consulting engineering manager; Commer- cial -Industrial land and improvements developer, engineer and owner; commercial farming and fishing; FD 4 station chief; County boundary review board (3 years), Port commissioner (16 years) Education: Femdale High 1954; WWU 1959 B.A. Industrial arts, phys- ics, math; UW 1964 B.S. Mechanical Engineering Family: Has been living Whatcom County since 1890. Married to Maralee (Larson) for 49 years. Three daughters (Diana Rauch, Sara Brown & Janel Black). Four grandchildren . Candidate Statement: Actions related to transportation and economic development, are the primary statute requirements for public ports: I've represented Whatcom County citizens to control Port District assets, operations and staff, assuring all Commission issues are discussed and decision votes are only made in public meetings. I encourage public comment and contribution on all Port issues. The Port's exemplary fi- nancial and operational performance has resulted in sustained positive economic development and employment while continuing to enhance the community's access to salt water. Cooperative partnerships between the Port, County, city governments and tribes will continue to improve citizen access, opportunity 'and sustainability. Address:.,585 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 671-6988 • E-Mail: douggsmith@comcast.net Family: Married to Cherie Walker, 5 children, 4 grandchildren 8 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 9 Bill Knutzen Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner, Com- munication 2000, a provider of cell phones, ser- vice and accessories with 14 employees Significant Career Experience: Successful small business owner since 1997 with stores .in Lynden, Femdale and Burlington. 16 years with Edaleen'Dairy milking cows and delivering milk. Worked as a finish carpenter and plumber at different times. Elected Experience: School Board, Ebenezer Christian School, 2001-2005 Education: Lynden High School, classes at Skagit Community College and Whatcom Community College, and school of hard knocks Family: Sandy, wife of 20 years: children Darrell,14, Elana, 16,Amanda, 20; Tucker, miniature schnauzer; cats Snickers, Kit Kat. and Cannella Candidate Statement: I'm just a regular guy working hard to provide for my family and run a business. I know what it's like to start with nothing and build it into something. Many people in our community are struggling to make ends meet, and I can relate to that. I believe the County Council needs someone like me who can bring a real -life per- spective to decisions. My pledge if elected is to be the voice of reason and common sense. I'm ready and willing to serve you. I'd be very ap- preciative to receive your vote. Address: 6934 Guide Meridian, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 410-2000 • E-Mail: bill@knutzenforcouncil.cont Website: www.knutzenforcouncil.eom Dave Pros Candidate Statement: The overriding issue for this election is the val- NOn-Partisan ue County Council places on public involvement. If a councilperson doesn't seek voter's preferences, how can they rep - Current Occupatiori/Employer: semi -retired/ resent you? self-employed Significant Career Experience: Former Chairman; Whatcom County Planting Commission -8 years Currently - Vice Chairman, Citizen Transporta- tion Advisory Group, Whatcom Council of Governments Small Business Owner - Dave's Fancy Foods, Realtor, Public Skating Managei/Marketing Director, Bellingham Sportsplex Education: BS in Secondary Education, Northern Ill University Family: Wife — Charlotte Pros, Sons -Tony Pros, Dustin Pros, Marty Eastman Laurie Caskey-Schreiber Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Administra- tive Service Manager, Sociology Department, Western Washington University. Significant Career Experience: Current member of the Whatcom County Council (two years as Coun- cil Chair, six years on Planning Committee and current Chair), also serve as the Board chairperson of the Northwest Clean Air Agency, Boardmember of the Opportunity Council, and serve on the Marine Resources Committee. Elected Experience: Whatcom County Council from 2001-present. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communications from WWU. Family: Married to a law enforcement officer, Tom Schreiber, proud aunt Of Peyt011 and Dane Caskey. I am a fourth generation native to Whatcom County. I believe, when making major policy decisions, e e and be the basis for those policy decisions. I am running for County Council to ensure issues that effect our quality of life, our taxes, and our future are decided AFTER our political lead- ers have raised a county wide discussion on these issues, and to. ensure that the preferences of our community become the goals of the council. Address: 1466 Roy Rd., Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 647-5292 • E-Mail: dave@davepros.com Website: www.davepros.com Candidate Statement: I share your vision that Whatcom County is a wonderful place to live and work. I have fought hard to promote sus- tainable farming, conserve farmland, enacted legislation that promotes clean drinking water and protects our lakes and shorelines. We have enhanced our local job base through financial grants to the Small Busi- ness Development Center. I supported Ferndale's Riverwalk, Blaine's Boardwalk and other infrastructure improvements throughout the coun- ty. Together we have built a new temporary jail, a mental health triage center, and brought resources to support families in crisis. Endorsed by: Washington Conservation Voters, Bellingham/Whatcom County Fire- fighters #106. Whatcom Democrats. Address: 6879 Raspberry Dr., Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 354-3225 • E-Mail: vote4laurie@hotmail.com Website: http://www.laurie-caskey-schreiber.org Catherine Chambers Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Lengthy his- tory of paid and volunteer work as a community facilitator, educator and resource specialist. Significant Career Experience: Twenty years experience working in local service organiza- tions to improve.service delivery to local residents facing mental health, domestic violence, poverty/hunger, child abuse and neglect, immigra- tion and youth development. Significant leadership and coordination experience on numerous committees and boards. Education: BA from Western Washington University/Fairhaven Col- lege in "Community Development: Information Resources and Educa- tional. Planning:' Additional training and education in Management and Consulting and Early Childhood Education. Christopher Morrison Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Business Own- er of Morrison Glass Art and Glass Sculptor. Significant Career Experience: Assistant to Dale Chihuly 1990 to 1991. I have created sculp- tures for Village Books and Cascade Brain and Spine Center in Bellingham.l have donated my artwork to various non- profit organizations, raising thousands of dollars each year for the coin- munity. I am also on the board of the Whatcom Museum, and on the Bellingham Arts commission. Education: Bachelor of Arts from Hartwick College,, Oneonta, New York. Attended Pilchuck Glass School 1983, 1987, 1991. Family: I'm happily married to my wife Sonya Morrison. Our sons Brimmer; Nine and Keller; Six attend Happy Valley Elementary. Michael Lilliquist Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Trained para- legal; part-time neuropsychometrist; full-time at- home dad; and former scientific researcher Significant Career Experience: Past or Current Member of. City of Bellingham Watershed Advi- sory Board, City of Bellingham Lake Whatcom Technical Review Task Force, Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Commission; board member of Fairhaven Neighbors Association, steering committee of Futurewise Whatcom, steering committee of Citizens' Forum, board of trustees Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship; Larrabee Elementary Site Council, and Superintendent's Parents Advisory Council. Education: Ph.D. Behavioral Neuroscience, Univ. Texas at Austin; B.S. Psychology and B.A. History, Univ. of Washington; advanced paralegal certificate, Edmonds Community College. Family: Single with three children; two adult daughters and one 16 year old son. Candidate Statement: I have seen many changes since arriving in Bellingham and believe the decisions we make now will shape our community for the next 100 years. My priorities are to work collabora- tively on waterfront development, listening to neighborhood concerns, protecting water quality, developing sustainable living wage jobs and making tough financial choices. My experience working on tough issues and with at risk populations bring a unique perspective to the council. I will continue gender diversity on the council and as a single working mother bring experience and knowl- edge of healthcare, childcare, underemployment and affordable housing. Catherine is asking for your vote! Address: P.O. Box-834, Bellingham, WA 98227 Phone.- (360) 647-3888 • E-Mail: cathecham@msn.com Website: www.peopleforcurherine.com Candidate Statement: As a business owner, I understand fiscal reali- ties, and will help Bellingham make sensible financial decisions. I'll ap- proach decisions with an eye for today and for our future. The Waterfront Project and Lake Whatcom both require short and long commitments to shared community visions and values. I'll also ensure public agencies work together for better efficiencies and better outcomes. Communica- tion matters: I'll build better partnerships with other agencies and foster better communication between citizens and government. As an artist, I see what is and what could be, and bridge the divide between them. That sensibility is needed at City Hall. Address: 1200 40th St., Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 714-8732 • E-Mail: morrisonglass@gwestoffiee.net Family: Married to Barbara Hahn, M.D., daughter Rebecca, age 11 Candidate Statement: I have been actively involved in our community as a citizen, and as a citizen first I will work for you on the City Council. We face serious challenges on difficult issues: restoring Lake Whatcom, redeveloping the waterfront, protecting our environment and neighbor- hoods, and guiding future growth. Our. Council must address these is- sues in a way that secures our long-term future and reflects our shared values. I will work for a government that listens and then responds with relevant and workable solutions that are right for Bellingham and for all of us. Endorsed by Ward 6 City Councilwoman Barbara Ryan. Address: P.O. Box 4092, Bellingham, WA 98227 Phone: (360) 292-9905 • E-Mail: Isabel.vanderslice@gmail.com Website: www.lil.liquistforcitycouncil.org 10 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling -or accuracy by any government agency. These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. • 11 L CITY OF BLAINE Council Ward 2 Position 4 CITY OF FERNDALE Council Position 5 John George Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: President LDPC Significant Career Experience: Business Man- agement, Media, Communications Education: California State University, Sacra- mento, Business Administration Family: Married to Sue George, raised three boys, one girl, one cat and five dogs Candidate gtatement: Blaine is in need of new ideas, development and infrastructures to prevent the decay of our city. Protection. of the individual property rights with the Critical Areas Ordinance is one ex- ample of the voice, the representation citizens of Blaine need on the city council seat. Anchor businesses to draw consumers into our city Charlie Hawkins Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Blaine School District Bus Driver; Good Samaritan Society- Stafholt Van Driver Significant Career Experience: Fishing Business are needed desperately. Family activities are critical to our community. Our families, children, seniors and business community are voting for the voice of common sense, changes, representation of our rights, the elimination of wasted tax dollar expenditures, they are voting to elect: John George: Address: 865 Blaine Avenue, Blaine, WA 98230 Phone: (360) 332-1204 E-Mail: foxprintingservices@comcast.net Family: Married to Marsha (Goff) Hawkins for 28 years, 5 children and 3 grandchildren Candidate Statement: Living my whole life in Blaine and coming from- a family that settled here in the 1880's gives me a rare perspec- tive and concern for the long term preservation of all that makes this a special place to live and work. Blaine's uniqueness should not be sac- rificed for the short term gain of special interests or personal political philosophies. 25 years; Blackberry House Coffee Cafe manager and cook; Blaine Chris- A deep respect for the Blaine community and the quality of life enjoyed tian Fellowship member; Blaine Park Board; Drayton Harbor Shellfish . here is why I continue to serve. It is my desire to help implement appro- Protection District; Drayton Harbor maritime (Plover); Stormwater De- priate change that honors our past and safeguards our future. velopment Advisory Committee; Port of Bellingham Advisory Commit- My commitment is Blaine. tee; Bellingham Herald Editorial Advisory Board; Youth Sports Coach Elected Experience: Blaine City Counci1,,2005 — 2009 Address: 960 Ruby St., Blaine, WA 98230 Phone: (360) 332-8535 Education: 1964 Blaine High Graduate; Attended Skagit Valley Col- lege and Western Washington University David Gallion Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Fully Re- tired Public Servant from Kern Community college District. Significant Career Experience: performed thousands of hours of community service & or- ganizing under the mentorship of many folks', US State Assembly wom- an Jean Fuller just to mention one Also I serve as member of Blaine Planning Commission. Education:'communify College graduate Family: I'm married with children. Laura, Katherine & Ryan are my Kids and my wife's name is Bao Yan Gallion Candidate Statement: I want to be your City Council representative because Blaine is a beautiful place to live and I will fight to keep it that way. Each of us sees ways that Blaine could be even better, and I want to work together to build a better City. I cherish a government that is of the people, by the people, and for the people, and I want you to feel free and welcome, to call me at any time 1 believe that Blaine is at crossroads and that the.next four years will significantly shape the City's future. Address: 1455 Madison Ave., Blaine, WA 98230 ' Phone: (360) 332-3281 • E-Mail: dave.gallion@gmail.eom Mo Phottr Submitted Jeff Stover Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Self-employed architectural designer and owner of Ballet Arts Northwest Education: AA Degree Skagit Valley College 1972; Graduate of University of Washington: Bachelor of Architecture 1996; Bachelor of Political Science 1996. Significant Career Experience: Completed architectural internship while employed by HKP Architects in Mount Vernon Washington for 8 years with an additional 3 years of employment at other architectur- al firms, including one located in Bellingham. 20 years experience in construction including being a licensed contractor; 2 year member'of the Burlington Downtown Revitalization Coalition; Past President of Northwest Ballet Theater of Bellingham Ken Downey Non -Partisan Current Occupation / Employer: Blaine Sec- tor, US Border. Patrol Significant Career Experience: 4 Years, Active Duty USAF;'20 Years Washington State Air Na- tional Guard (current); 11 Years federal govern- ment supervisory experience; 9 years Air National Guard management level experience; 10 years Femdale HS Assistant Wrestling Coach. Elected Experience: 4 years on Ferndale's City Council Education: Graduated Ferndale HS in 1983; Completed a number of Air Force Technical Schools in three separate career fields including Radio systems Maintenance, Communications and Computer Systems Control, and Air Traffic Control. In addition I have completed all of the required Professional Military Education supervisory and management courses. ., 'o Photo Submitted David Lee Wilson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: I am currently with Labor & Industries with injuries from my job at the City of Ferndale. I have been termi- nated after four months sick leave. I Significant Career. Experience: I worked for the City of Ferndale for 17'h years. In the years working for Ferndale I learned all aspects of city maintenance. My other career experiences are telephone lineman, bricklayer, lead plumber at Mt. Baker Plywood, pipe insulator for ARCO and union carpenter. Education: Graduated Bellingham High School 1969; Bellingham Vo- cational Technical School 1969-1970; All safety and health courses re- quired by City of Ferndale. Family: Divorced, no children: Family: 17 year old daughter Candidate Statement: My 25 years experience in architecture, plan- ning, and construction, along with passion for history and restoration gives me a seasoned voice to guide Ferndale's future and protect its past. I believe in community participation and neighborhood cohesive- ness. While budgeting wisely we need to promote Ferndale's families. work ethic, and array of businesses as we care for young, old and less fortunate in these uncertain economic times. As a first time candidate I promise to work hard and spend wisely - help our town realize a po- tential that will benefit all citizens and businesses while promoting an effective plan for growth. Address: 5772 2nd Ave., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 333-0293 • E-Mail: jeffstover@clearwire.net Family: Third generation Ferndale citizen, married with three children Candidate Statement: Having called Femdale home for 44 years, I have a strong interest in how it is managed. Sound growth policy, fis- cal responsibility, and the provision of essential services are things we expect of local government. I ran in 2006. to become part of the solution, and i have been. During the past four years, I have helped the Council impose a level of accountability on City Ball, assuring compliance witb City Code. We, are a community of individuals, Framed by our laws and policy. These must always strengthen and support the vision of our City as defined by its Citizens. Address: 1556 Main St., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-3360 • E-Mail: K2Downey@verizon.net Candidate Statement: I have lived in Whatcom County all my life. My family settled in Point Roberts in the 1.800's where they commercially fished and operated and owned a large cannery and lumber mill. I grew up working summers with my uncles and going to school in Bellingham in the fall. City of Ferndale in my opinion is growing too fast, we need to make logical decisions pertaining to how, we grow in the future! Address: P.O. Box 836, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 303-9363 12 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. I These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. la Jon Mutchler Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Pastor, Fern- dale Alliance Church; professional musician and piano teacher. Significant Career Experience: Established ' FerridaleAlliance Church,1988; Semiahmoo Re- sort pianist 13 years; piano teacher, 23 years; recording artist (7 CDs); served on 1989 Ferndale Schools levy committee; appointed to the com- mittee to evaluate use of Ferndale 2nd Avenue Annex.; employed by Brown and Cole Stores, 1987-1988; board member, Whatcom County Pregnancy Clinic. Education: Master of Divinity (Regent College, Vancouver, B.C.); Bachelor of Music (Western Washington University); Associate of Sci- ence (Olympic College). Brent Lenssen Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Manager, Vander Griend Lumber Company, Inc; Lynden, WA Significant Career Experience: City of Lynden Planning Commission: 2002-present. Commis- sion Chair: 2008-present. Lynden Million Smiles Community Playground Executive Committee Member: 2006-2007. Broken Walls International, non-profit Romanian Relief Organization, Board Member: 2002-present Education: Graduate of Lynden Christian High School; Graduate of Calvin College, Grand Rapids, Michigan; BA in Economics, Minor in Mathematics Family: Married to Teresa Lenssen, a local teacher Bob Johnson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Commodities Purchaser, Vendor Relations Manager — TriVan Truck Body, 2005-current Significant Career Experience: Elected as County Commissioner for Ingham, Michigan from 1995-1996, serving on all 4 standing committees; Chaired the Township Board of Review in Bath, Michigan; which resolved citizen complaints about property tax assessments, from 1998 to 2001; Served on the Capital Area Substance Abuse Commission in 199.6; Represented the County with the Municipal Employees Retirement System in 1996 Education: Holt High Graduate, LCC Small Business Program Family: Marred to Debbie Johnson (nee deBoer), with two daughters and one on the way. We attend the American Reformed Church. Family: Married 24 years to Diane (Lofall) Mutchler; seven children: Thomas, Johanna, Emma, Madalin, Jack, Nicholas, Analise. Candidate Statement: Sound judgment. Fiscal responsibility. A fresh perspective. Tested leadership. And a long term vision for Ferndale. I'll do my best to bring these to our community if elected to serve. I pledge to make decisions today that we can afford and that the next Ferndale generation will commend and appreciate. It has been my privi- lege to establish and serve a community church, build two Family homes in Ferndale, raise 7 children, and teach music to hundreds of area youth during my 22 years in Ferndale. These experiences and more give me the resources to contribute toward a great Ferndale future. Address: P:O. Box 1834, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-9092 • E-Mail: JonMutchler@gmail.com Website: www.JonMutchler.com Candidate Statement: Thanks for reading the Voter's Pamphlet. As a lifelong Lynden resident, I recognize that Lynden is a wonderful place to live, work, and play. Because of the combined efforts of citizens, business, and local government, Lynden has been able to cultivate its unique charm and livability. My roles on the Lynden Planning Com- mission for the past 7 years, as a coordinator on the Million Smiles Playground project, and as a leader at a local business prove that I have the experience to bring the interests of Lynden citizens together for the good of our community. Address: 809 Cedar Dr., Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 815-4191 • E-Mail: brentlenssen@gmail.com Candidate Statement: When we moved to Lynden in 2005 we quickly came to appreciate the wholesome, family -friendly community spirit here, and I promise you I would work hard to preserve it. My employ- ment experience shows responsibility with large sums of money, as I oversee several million dollars of purchasing annually, seeking out the best quality, price and service for my company. I have several years of experience as an elected official, overseeing budgets, courts, human resources; police, etc. Making decisions would reflect my conservative social values and fiscal responsibility. I hope to have opportunity to use my talents and experience for Lynden. Address: 220 Stremler Dr., Lynden, WA 98264 E-Mail: JohnsonBob2@netzero.net Rodney. VanderWerff Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Designer at Anvil Corporation Significant Career Experience: Served on Lyn- den's Zoning text review committee and currently sit on the City of Lynden Planning Commission Education: Graduate of Lynden High School and Bellingham Techni- cal College Engineering Technology program Family: Married to La Von VanderWerff and have three children Greg Penner. Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Firefighter/ EMT, City of Seattle Significant Career Experience: 12 years Civil Service, Small Business owner, Elected to the Board at Sunset Waterfront Resort in 2006, Worked with the alpha Course for 5 years, worked in medical clinics and construction with YWAM Tanzania and Christ the King in 2007 Candidate Statement: I am a lifetime Lynden resident and marred with three children. I think Lynden is a wonderfully unique town in which my family and I love to live. I care about its future and will do my absolute hest to keep it a special place. I think 1 share the views of many citizens of the city of Lynden with smart conservative growth and i would he honored to give my time to the people of Lynden and serve on the city council and respectfully ask you for your vote. Address: 347 N. Park St., Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-0542 • E-Mail: rodvdweverizon.net Candidate Statement: I have been a civil servant for the past 12 years and I welcome the opportunity to serve the City of Lynden with integ- rity and sound judgment.' I am committed to honest government and fiscal responsibility. I believe in the oath of office and will support the constitution and laws of the United States and the State of Washington without compromise. . My attention to detail and aptitude to learn and understand information will complement the current cou661. I am committed to working with the people of Lynden, local businesses and the city departments. Please visit my website, at www.penner4council.com Education: Graduated from SAU Tech AFA Fire Service Program 1998. I have completed additional course work in Network design and Address: P.O. Box 49 Lynden, : g 98264 administration, Accounting, Insurance, Real Estate and the FEMA Na- Phone: (3vrw peen r4 ■ uncil.E-Mac greg@penner4council.com tional Incident Management System. YWAM DTS 1993 Website: svwsv,peirner4cntrrtcil.cotrt Family: Greg and his wife Jeannett have lived in Lynden for 6 years an6have 4 children r i When Will Ballots Be Mailed? Ballots are scheduled to be mailed startingluly 29, 2009. a If you have not received your ballot by August 3, 2009, please contact the Whatcom County Elections Division at (360) 676-6742 or TTY (360) 738-4555, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Ballots With Late Postmarks Cannot Be Counted - Mail Your Ballot Earl Remember that your ballot needs to be postmarked no later than Election Day, August 18, 2009, to be counted. 15 14 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. WHATCOM COUNTY OFFICIAL LOCAL VOTERS' PAMPHLET Primary Election -August 18, 2009 ti tw � r ttsi. "4 PubiNhed by She Whatmp, Cnunty k4 tars Nice — www.whatcawcounty.uslaudRar �co" co� ., -�MWI �� -+��n�,. •tea � State of Washington V,Oters■ Pamphlet November 3,2009 General Election 1.Pt ihfi(zhPri hv thp t, Office of the Secretary of State Learn, give -back... and vote! This is your opportunity. Following up on the record -breaking 2008 election season, we in Washington State are getting involved in our communities as never before. As we weather these difficult economic times together, we are rolling up our sleeves and finding meaningful ways to get engaged, to give back, to volunteer, and to help find solutions to/some of our toughest problems. My office has adopted the theme FindYour OneThing this year to underscore a simple truth = that each and every person has the gifts and talents to make a difference. It can be a simple act, like changing to environmentally -friendly lightbulbs; or something more -involved, like volunteering in our schools or working with people with disabilities; the elderly, or the hungry. As your chief elections official, I hope that your "civic engagement" will also include registering and voting. It has never bean easier. Visit us online at www.vote.wa.gov for a variety of resources, including online registration, rcustomized voter information at MyVote, and the Online Voters' Guide. As you scan this newly redesigned-Votees' Pamphlet, you'll notice the 2009 election features two statewide ballot measures. But this -years election is mostly dedicated to picking our local government leaders. Some areas will have legislative and judicial races, as well. If your local candidate information is not included in this pamphlet, your county elections - department will have information• available for you. This is your time to choose, and'to get involved. Thanks for participating! Sincerely, �E 6Ti17•@ O O SAM REED Secretary of State Secretary of State Voter Information Hotline (800) 448-4881 Visit our Online Voters' Guide at wwwvote.wa.gov November 312009 General Election Table, of Contents - Voting in Washington State . . . . 4 The Ballot Measure Process . . . . . . 5 Initiative Measure 1033 .. . . . . . . 6 Explanatory Statement & Fiscal'lmpact Statement . .. . . . . . . 7 Statements For and Against . . . . . . 10 CompleteText . . . . . . . . . . 11 Referendum Measure 71 . . . . 15 Explanatory Statement . .. . . . . . . 15 Fiscal Impact Statement . . . . . . . 16 Statements For and. Against . . .' .18 CompleteText . ' 19 County Elections Contact Information 55 Informational. icons in this pamphlet 0 General information 0 Urgent information Please note a change Your Voters' Pamphlet has changed The Elections Division has worked hard, in collaboration with AIGNs Design for Democracy program, to bring you the fresh new look you will find in these pages. Our goal is to present you the same outstanding information in an updated format. We hope you like what you see. Let us know what you think. Send us an email Lt voterspamphlet@secstate.wa.gov, ►.1 5 Voting in Washington State Voter Qualifications To register to vote, you must be: A citizen of the United States; A legal resident of Washington State; At least 18. years old by Election Day; and If you have been convicted of a felony in Washington, another state, or in federal court, you lose your right to vote in Washington State until you are released from Department of Corrections supervision. In Washington State, you do not declare political party affiliation when you register to vote. Registration Deadlines While you may register to vote at any time, there are registration deadlines prior to each election. You must register by mail or online at least 29 ,days before an election. If you are a new voter in Washington State, you may register in person at your county elections department up to eight days before an election.The phone number and address of your county elections department is located in the back of this pamphlet. You do not need to register before each election; only register once. How to Register to Vote If you have a Washington State driver's license or identification card, you may register to vote online at www.vote.wa.gov. Registration forms are also available online or at your county elections department, public libraries, schools, and other government offices. You may also request a farm through the State Voter Information Hotline at (800) 448-4881. Keep Your Voter Registration Up -to -Date You can use the online or mail -in voter registration form to let your county elections department know when you move or change your name.You must re -register or transfer your registration at least 29 days before the election to be eligible to vote in your new precinct. Election Dates and Poll Hours The General Election is November 3, 2009. Polling place hours (Pierce County only) are 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Replacement Ballots If you are registered to vote by mail or absentee and you didn't receive your ballot, call your county elections department and request a replacement ballot. Campaign Spending Information Contact the Public Disclosure Commission at 711 Capitol Way, Rm 206, PO Box 40908, Olympia, WA 98504-0908, or by phone (360) 753-1111, email pdc@pdc.wa.gov, or www.pdc.wa.gov. . Services and Additional Assistance Contact your county elections department for help voting your ballot, finding your polling location (Pierce County only), or with questions about voter registration. The phone number and address of your county elections department is located in the back of this pamphlet. Contact the Office of the Secretary of State for the following. Voters', Pamphlets in alternate formats or languages. Additional information about initiatives or referenda. This information is also available at www.vote.wa.gov or call the Voter Information Hotline at (800) 448-4881. View Election Results On Election Day after 9 p.m. you can view county and statewide election results at www.vote.wa.gov. . Voter registration deadlines You must register by mail or online at least 29 days before an election. If you are a new voter in Washington State, -you may register in person at your county elections department up to eight days before an election. The Ballot Measure Process The Washington State Constitution affords voters two methods of direct legislative power the initiative and the referendum. While differing in process, both initiatives and referenda leave ultimate legislative authority in the hands of the people. The Initiative Initiatives to the People Initiatives to the people, if certified to have sufficient signatures, are submitted for a vote of the people at the next state general election. Initiatives to'the Legislature - Initiatives to the Legislature, if certified to have sufficient signatures, are submitted to the Legislature at its regular session each January. Any registered voter, acting individually or on behalf of'an organization, may propose an initiative to create a new state law or to amend or repeal an existing statute. To certify an initiative (to the people or to the Legislature), the sponsor must circulate -the complete text of the proposal among voters and obtain a number'of legal voter signatures equal to 8 percent of the total number of votes cast for the office of Governor at the last regular gubernatorial election. Initiative measures appearing on the ballot require a simple majority vote to become law (except for gambling or lottery measures, which require 60 percent approval). The Referendum Referendum Bills - Referendum bills are proposed laws referred to the electorate by the Legislature. Referendum Measures- Referendum measures ., are laws recently passed by the Legislature that are placed on the ballot because of petitions signed by voters. Any registered voter, acting individually or on behalf of an organization, may demand, by petition, that a law passed by the Legislature be referred to a vote of the electorate prior to its going into effect. Emergency legislation is exempt from the referendum process. To certify a referendum measure to the ballot, the sponsor must circulate among voters the text of the legislative act to be referred, and obtain a number of legal voter signatures equal to 4 percent of the total number of votes cast for the office of Governor at the last regular gubernatorial election. A referendum certified to the ballot must receive a simple majority vote to become law (except for gambling and lottery measures, which require 60 percent approval). Please note:The preceding information is not intended as a substitute for the statutes governing the initiative and referendum processes, but rather should be read in conjunction with them. For more information go to www.vote.wa.gov and click on "Handbook for Filing Initiatives and Referenda in WA State." 6 Initiative Measure 1033 Initiative Measure 1031 7 Initiative Measure 1033 Proposed by initiative petition: Initiative Measure No. 1033 concerns state, county and city revenue. This measure would limit growth of certain state, county and city revenue to annual inflation and population growth, not including voter -approved revenue increases. Revenue collected above the limit would reduce property tax levies. Should this measure be enacted into law? [ ] Yes [ ] No The Official BallotTitle and the Explanatory, Statement were ,The by the Attorney General as required by Iaw.The Fiscal Impact Statement was written by the Office of Financial Management as required, by Iaw.The Secretary of State is not responsible for the content of arguments or statements (WAC 434-381-180).The complete text of Initiative Measure 1033 begins on page 11. Explanatory Statement The Law as it Presently Exists: State and local governments receive revenue through taxes and fees. Some of the rates for these taxes and fees are set by elected representatives in the state Legislature, or in the case of certain local taxes, by local city councils, county councils, or boards of county commissioners. Local taxes may be imposed only if they are authorized by state Iaw.The rates for taxes paid to the State of Washington are set in statute by the Legislature.The voters may also enact laws regarding taxes by initiative or, if applicable, by referendum. Some local taxes can only be imposed if the local voters approve them. State law also permits the assessment of certain fees by state or local agencies, as authorized by the Legislature. The State deposits much of the revenue that it receives from taxes and fees into the state general fund and into accounts referred to by the law as "related funds:' Cities and counties place much of the revenue that they receive from taxes and fees into local "current expense funds'"These funds are similar in nature to the State's general fund. State law limits spending from the State general fund and "related funds" to the prior year's expenditures from those funds, increased by the average growth in state personal income for the prior ten years.The spending limit does not apply to city and county expenditures. The state constitution and state statutes limit the maximum amount of revenue that state and local governments may collect from property taxes in a given year, and the amount that property taxes may be increased each year.The state constitution generally.limits the total of all annual property tax levies on a particular property to no more than 1 % of its true and fair value, unless voters approve higher property taxes. In addition, by statute; the total amount of money that any state or local jurisdiction receives from property taxes may only increase .by 1 % per year,, or the rate of inflation. Total property tax revenue for each jurisdiction can only go up by more than this amount if the voters of that jurisdiction approve the increase by a majority vote. Property taxes for particular parcels may increase or decrease -by more or less than that amount, depending on changes in assessed valuation or new construction. Property taxes are levied by both state and local governments. Local property taxes are levied by cities, counties, and special districts, either by the elected representatives or through voter approval of.specific property tax levies. The Effect of the Proposed Measure, if Approved: This measure would limit the growth of revenue to the State's general fund and "related funds" and to cities' and counties' local "current expense funds;' based on an annual rate of inflation and population growth. If the State or any city or county receives revenue in a given year above the revenue limit established by the measure, then it must deposit the revenues above the limit into a separate account, and reduce the amount that it otherwise would be authorized to levy in property taxes in the following year by that amount. The limit on revenue growth would not apply to revenue'increases approved by the voters at an election, and money received from the federal government would not be included in the State's revenue Iimit.The inflation rate used to calculate the revenue growth limit would be based on the implicit price deflator for the United States.The limit on state general fund revenue also would be based on changes in statewide population, while for cities and counties it would be based on changes in population for each city and county. The revenue limit would be adjusted if the costs of any program or service are shifted to or from the state general fund or local current expense fund to another fund, or if revenue is transferred from the state general fund or local current expense fund to another fund. Fiscal Impact Statement Fiscal Impact Through Calendar Year 2015 Initiative 1033 limits annual growth of state, city and county general fund revenue to the rate of inflation and population growth. General fund revenues exceeding this limit must be used to reduce the following year's state, city or county general fund property tax Ievy.The initiative reduces state general fund revenues that support education; social, health and environmental services; and general government activities by an,estimated $5.9 billion by 2015.The initiative also reduces general fund revenues that support public safety, infrastructure and general government activities by an "estimated $694 million for counties and $2.1 billion for cities by 2015. General Assumptions The initiative is set on a calendar year (CY) basis. CY 2010 revenue limit is calculated as follows: CY 2009 General Fund Revenue x (1 + 2009 % Change Population) x (1 + 2009 % Change Inflation). CY 2010 general fund revenues that exceed the CY 2010 revenue limit will be transferred into new "Lower Property Tax Accounts" for the state, counties and cities.The first transfer(s) into the new accounts will occur in CY 2011. The first property tax levy to be reduced by the initiative is the 2011 levy, which is collected in CY 2012.Thus, funds will be transferred from the new "Lower PropertyTax Accounts" into state, county and city general funds in CY 2012 to account for any reduction in 2011 levies. State Revenue Estimate - Assumptions The initiative defines state general fund revenue as the aggregate of revenue from taxes, fees and other governmental charges received by state government that are deposited into any fund subject to the state's expenditure limit under RCW 43.135.025. For CY 2009 and CY 2010, state general fund revenues are General Fund — State revenue estimates from the June 2009 Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council converted from a fiscal -year basis to a calendar -year basis. The following state revenue sources, totaling less than $30 million annually, have been excluded from these estimates: • Sales and income from property. e Contributions and grants. . Grant and loan repayments. • Indirect and prior cost recoveries. • Unclaimed property. • Charges for publications and documents. Interest and investment earnings. State general fund revenues for CYs 2011-15 are estimated to grow, on average, by the change in real per capita personal income plus change in inflation plus change in population, adjusted for revenue elasticity.This methodology is consistent with prior long-term revenue forecasts produced by the Office of Financial Management (OFM), and results in an average annual growth rate of 4.8 percent. State general fund revenues are reduced by the amount required to be transferred into the Budget Stabilization Account created under Article 7, Section 12, of the Washington State Constitution. The initiative defines inflation as the annual percentage change in the Implicit Price Deflator for Personal Consumption for the United States as published on or about March 27 each calendar year by the Bureau of Economic Analysis and reported by OFM. Inflation estimates for CY 2009 and CY 2011 are from the June 2009 Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast. Inflation estimates for CYs 2012-15 are from the June 2009 IHS Global Insight forecast of the Implicit'Price Deflator for the United States. The Washington State Economic and Revenue Forecast Council relies on IHS Global Insight models and data for the U.S. portion of the official state economic forecast. Initiative Measure 1033 Initiative Measure 1033 �161 The initiative defines population growth as the percentage change in the statewide population based on the annual statewide population determinations reported by OFM during the prior calendar year and the current calendar year. Statewide population growth estimates are from OFM's 30-Year Forecast of the State Population. (See page 9, Figure 1.1) State Costs to Implement - Assumptions Less than $50,000 will be incurred by OFM in CY 2009 and CY 2010 to set up, test and verify computer systems, and establish policies and practices to implement a state general fund revenue limit. County and City Revenue Estimate - Assumptions The initiative applies to counties, first class cities, second class cities, code cities, towns and unclassified cities: To account for possible different patterns in, population and revenue growth, counties and cities were analyzed using four groupings: 1. Urban County — 7 counties 2. Rural County — 32 counties 3. Cities in Urban Counties — 109 cities and towns 4. Cities in Rural Counties — 172 cities and towns Urban counties are Clark, King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, Spokane andThurston; all others are rural counties. Under RCW 82.14.370, rural counties are defined as a county with a population density of less than 100 persons per square mile or a county smaller than 225 square miles as determined and published each year by OFM for the period July 1 to June 30. County and city general fund revenues are defined as the aggregate of revenue from taxes, fees and other governmental charges received by the county or city and deposited into the county current expense fund or city general fund, respectively. County and city revenues are estimated from 2007 financial information contained in the Local Government Financial Reporting System (LGFRS) of the Washington State Auditor's Office. Only funds reported within LGFRS as general fund revenues are assumed to be deposited into the county current expense fund or city general fund, and therefore, are included in these estimates. The following county and city revenue sources have been excluded from these estimates: • Federal and state direct and indirect grants. • State shared taxes or revenues. • Charges for contracted services performed by counties or cities. • Charges for enterprise activities or charges that are not governmental in nature. • Inter -fund and inter -department charges. • Interest and investment earnings. County and city general fund revenue growth rates for CYs 2009-15 are related to the state's revenue growth rate by estimating each grouping's five-year historical rate of revenue growth in proportion to the state's revenue growth rate of 4.8 percent. Inflation estimates for counties and cities are the same as used for the state. Population growth is defined as the percentage change in the countywide population for counties and the percentage change in citywide population in cities, as reported annually by OFM. County and city population growth is estimated from OFM's 30-Year Forecast of the State Population, adjusted using OFM's Washington State County Growth Management Population Projections: 2000-2030 and each grouping's historic population growth rates. (See page 9, Figures 1.2, 1.31 1.4, and 1.5) County and City Costs to Implement - Assumptions County and cities will incur indeterminate costs to implement the initiative during CY 2009 and CY 2010 to modify computer systems, establish policies and practices, train employees and respond to requests for public information. Costs will vary by jurisdiction and depend, in large part, on the jurisdiction's ability to modify accounting systems to identify and track revenues subject to the general fund revenue limit. Figure 1.1 Estimated State Cash Receipts Fund CY 2010 CY 2011 CY 2012 CY 2013 CY 2014 CY 2015 General Fund 0 ($676,000,000) ($875,000,000) ($1,125,000,000) ($1,447,000,000) ($1,803,000,000) State Lower State 0 $676,000,000 $875,000,000 $1,125,000,000 $1,447,000,0001,803,000,000 PropertyTax Account Figure 1.2 Estimated Urban County Cash Receipts Fund CY 2010 CY 2011 CY 2012 CY 2013 CY 2014 CY 2015 General 0 ($55,000,000) ($70,000,000) ($87,000,000) ($111,000,000) ($137,000,000) Fund- Urban Counties Lower County 0 $55,000,000 $70,000,000 $87,000,000 $111,000,000 $137,000,000 PropertyTax Accounts Figure 1.3 Estimated Rural County Cash Receipts Fund CY 2010 CY 2011 CY 2012 CY 2013 CY 2014 CY 2015 General 0 ($24,000,000) ($35,000,000) ($46,000,000) ($58,000,000) ($72,000,000) Fund - Rural Counties _ Lower County 0 $24,000,000 $35,000,000 $46,000,000 $58,000,000 $72,000,000 PropertyTax Accounts Figure 1.4 Estimated Cities in Urban Counties Cash Receipts Fund CY 2010 CY 2011 CY 2012 CY 2013 CY 2014 CY 2015 General 0 ($176,000,000) ($257,000,000) ($350,000,000) ($463,000,000) ($588,000,000) Fund - Cities in Urban Counties Lower City 0 $176,000,000 $257,000,000 $350,000,000 $463,000,000 $588,000,000 PropertyTax Accounts Figure 1.5 Estimated Cities in Rural Counties Cash Receipts Fund CY 2010 CY 2011 CY 2012 CY 2013 CY 2014 CY 2015 General 0 ($30,000,000) ($42,000,000) ($55,000,000) ($72,000,000) ($91,000,000) Fund - Cities in Rural Counties Lower City 0 $30,000,000 $42,000,000 $55,000,000 $72,000,000 $91,000,000 PropertyTax Accounts 10 Initiative Measure 1033 Initiative Measure 1033 11 Statement For Initiative Measure 1033 1-1033 CLOSES LOOPHOLES THE LEGISLATURE PUT IN TAXPAYER PROTECTION INITIATIVE 601, VOTER -APPROVED IN 1993 In 1993, during tough economic times, voters approved 1-601 putting reasonable limits on government's fiscal policies, establishing a sustainable rate for government to grow. 1-601 worked very well for many years until the Legislature started putting loopholes in it, resulting in major deficits - $3.2 billion in 2003 - $9 billion in 2009. 1-1033 reestablishes 1-601's same reasonable allowance for growth (inflation plus population growth) and includes a .safety valve allowing higher increases with voter approval. 1-1033 gets government off the "fiscal roller coaster;' allowing it to grow at a sustainable rate that doesn't -outpace taxpayers' ability to afford it, WHAT HAPPENS TO EXCESS TAX REVENUES THAT GOVERNMENT COLLECTS ABOVE 1-1033'S LIMIT? AFTER A FIXED ... ... percentage of tax revenue is transferred into the constitutionally -protected rainy day fund, the remainder of excess tax revenues gets refunded back to taxpayers via lower property taxes. Struggling working families and fixed -income senior citizens desperately need relief from our state's crushing property tax burden. Washington shouldn't be a state where only rich people can afford a home, 1-1033 provides needed, long -overdue property tax relief. OPPONENTS WANT HIGHER TAXES AND A STATE INCOME TAX - OPPONENTS ARE AGAINST ANY LIMITS ON ... ... government's power to take as much as they want from taxpayers. Property taxes keep going higher and higher and government keeps getting bigger and bigger.The people are losing control. 1-1033 allows government to grow but at a rate citizens can control and taxpayers can afford. 1-1033 is needed now more than ever. WASHINGTON'S THE 8TH HIGHEST TAXED STATE IN THE NATION - 1-1033 KEEPS US FROM HITTING #1 1-1033 reminds politicians that taxpayers don't have bottomless wallets. 1-1033 puts a reasonable limit on the growth of government and provides plenty of flexibility (rainy day funds, federal funds, voter -approved revenues). Vote Yes. Rebuttal of Statement Against Washington has 16 years of positive experience with 1-601 (Colorado's totally different). Reestablishing 1-601's very successful policies helps government, taxpayers, and the economy. 1-1033 provides fiscal discipline and flexibility: any revenue from any source deposited into general funds is limited except voter-approved/rainy day/federal funds for the state and except voter -approved funds for counties/cities. 1-1033 gives control to citizens -if government wants bigger increases, they can ask taxpayers' permission. Vote Yes. Argument Prepared by Erma Tumer, beauty shop owner, gathered 3699 signatures, Cie Elum, Steven Bencze, retired warehouseman, fisherman/ hunter, gathered 2568 signatures, Othello, Mike Dunmire, husband, community leader, retired businessman, initiative volunteer, Woodinville, Jack Fagan, retired policeman, retired navy, grandfather, campaign organizer, Spokane, Mike Fagan, small businessman, community leader, father, campaign organizer, Spokane, Tim Eyman, $30 CarTab Guy, Taxpayer Advocate, Yakima/Mukilteo. Contact: (425) 493-8707; www.VotersWantMoreChoices.com Statement Against Initiative Measure 1033 EYMAN'S LATEST INITIATIVE IS ALREADY A PROVEN FAILURE Tim Eyman's latest initiative uses the same failed formula as the "TABOR" law passed in Colorado, which led to deep cuts to public schools, roads and highways, and children's health care. It did so much damage to the state's economy that in 2005, Coloradans voted to suspend the law. 1-1033 WILL MAKE IT HARDER FOR US TO DIG OUT OF THE RECESSION The national recession has cost our state thousands of jobs and forced billions in cutbacks to important local services, like education and health care. 1-1033 will force deeper cuts and lock them in for years - meaning more job losses, more hard times for Washington families, and a longer delay waiting for our economy to recover. MORE BAD NEWS FOR OUR COMMUNITIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES 1-1033 will make things harder than ever for local communities already struggling to maintain basic services such as road repair, libraries and public safety. Small businesses rely on those services, and oppose 1-1033 because they will continue to suffer during a prolonged recession. MORE DAMAGE TO OUR SCHOOLS, AND A DEEPENING HEALTH CARE CRISIS This year we've slashed school funding by $1.5 billion, and as many as 3,000 teachers and education employees are facing layoffs. The EymanTABOR plan will take even more resources away from Washington's classrooms - and Washington's kids. Despite a growing senior population, funding for nursing homes, in -home care and adult day health services are being cut - and 40.000Was hington residents of all ages may lose their Basic Health Plan coverage. Eyman'sTASOR plan will make our health care crisis more severe. Times are tough enough already — let's not make them worse. Vote NO on 1-1033. Rebuttal of Statement For Initiative 1033 will hurt, not help, Washington's senior citize ns. That's why AARP Washington and the Washington State Senior Citizens Lobby oppose 1-1033. And Initiative 1033 will hurt, not help, working fam i lies. Th at's why the Greater Seattle Chamber of Commerce, Washington State Labor Council, Washington Association of Churches, and many others oppose 1-1033. As we try to recover from the worst recession in decades, Washington just can't afford anotherTim Eyman initiative. Vote NO on 1033. Argument Prepared by Doug Shadel, AARPWashington, State Director; Kelly Fox, Washington State Council of Fire Fighters, President; Laura Feshbach, Co-owner Harmatta Construction Inc, Seattle; Teri Nicholson, Registered Nurse, Valley Hospital and Medical Center, Spokane; Mary Lindquist, Washington Education Association, high school Social Studies teacher; Kelley Callen, Assistant Economics Professor, Eastern Washington University, Cheney. Contact: (206) 200-8969; www.nol033.com Complete Text Initiative Measure 1033 AN ACT Relating to protecting taxpayers by limiting the tax burden on Washington's citizens; adding a new section to chapter 43.135 RCW; amending RCW 84-52.065; adding new sections to chapter 36.33 RCW; adding new sections toTitle 35 RCW; adding new sections toTitle 35A RCW; amending RCW 84.52.043; amending RCW 84.55.010; and creating new sections. BE IT ENACTED BYTHE PEOPLE OFTHE STATE OF WASHINGTON: POLICIES AND PURPOSES NEW ECTION. Sec. 1. This measure is intended to protect taxpayers by reducing our state's obscene and unsustainable property tax burden by controlling the growth of government to an affordable level. It is long overdue. This measure would limit the growth rate of state, county, and city general fund revenue, not including new voter - approved revenue, to inflation and population growth. Excess revenue collected above these limits would be used to reduce property taxes.This measure permits the growth of Washington's tax burden to increase -at an affordable, sustainable rate, allows citizens to vote for higher taxes where they see a need, and uses excess revenues above this limit to reduce property taxes. Intent of sections 2(7), 4(7), 6(7) and 8(7): Voter -approved increases in revenue are exempt from this measure's revenue Iimit.This includes binding votes of the people and does not include a revenue increase approved by an advisory vote.The language of this act is clearly intended to ensure that voter approval of a property tax levy lid lift only exempts the additional increase in property tax revenue and not the base levy. Intent of sections 20, 4(8), 6(8) and 8(8): In order to ensure affordability, sustainability, and predictability of the people's tax burden, the rate of growth of general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, shall not exceed inflation and population growth.The general fund revenue limit for 2010 will be the revenue collected and received in 2009, adjusted for inflation for 2009 and population growth using determinations by the office of financial management in 2009 and 2010 (new voter -approved revenues are exempt).The general fund revenue limit in 2011 will be the general fund revenues received in 2010 that do not exceed the limit for 2010, adjusted for inflation and population growth using determinations by the office of financial management in 2010 and 2011 (new voter -approved revenues are exempt).The people want the revenue limit for any year to be the previous year's general fund revenue plus an adjustment for that year's inflation and population growth.This will ensure that the rate of growth of our tax burden does not exceed the taxpayers' ability to afford it. Intent concerning inflation and population growth: This measure limits state, county, and city general fund revenue increases, not including new voter -approved increases, to inflation and population growth,The office of financial management reports the bureau of economic analysis' calculation for annual inflation on March 27 following each calendar year; this measure uses that calculation to define inflation.The office of financial management annually develops and tracks populations for the state, counties, and cities and generally reports its determinations each year on June 30. it is an extensive, detailed and long-standing demographic program.This measure defines population growth as the percentage change in population based on those determinations made in the current year and the previous year; this measure uses those calculations to define population growth. Intent of section 11: Property tax increases are currently limited to one percent per year.This measure makes no change to the calculation of that limit. Instead, it requires a reduction in property taxes when general fund revenues exceed the revenue limit. Intent related to reserve accounts: This measure exempts fund transfers in and out of the constitutionally required rainy day fund for the state. In regard to cities and counties, this measure makes no change to the ability of any city or county to use existing and future reserve funds to supplement their general fund revenue when revenue is below their revenue limit. During these tough economic times, struggling working families and fixed -income senior citizens desperately need and deserve meaningful property tax relief. Property taxes have skyrocketed for decades and politicians have done nothing to address this very real problem.This measure also provides a much -needed economic stimulus to our state's struggling economy by keeping our tax burden at an affordable, sustainable level and by reducing our state's crushing property tax burden. So, this measure ensures , meaningful tax relief, a big boost to our state's economy, and long -overdue reform of government. It is a smart, balanced, reasonable solution to our state's property tax problem. LIMITINGTHETAX BURDEN OF WASHINGTON'S CITIZENS BY LIMITINGTHE GROWTH OF STATE GOVERNMENT'S GENERAL FUND REVENUE, NOT INCLUDING NEW VOTER - APPROVED REVENUE,TO INFLATION AND POPULATION GROWTH. EXCESS REVENUE ABOVETHIS LIMITWOULD BE USED TO REDUCE PROPERTYTAXES IMPOSED BY STATE GOVERNMENT NEW SECTION. Sec. 2. A new section is added to chapter 43.135 RCW to read as follows: (1)The growth rate of state government general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, must be limited to inflation and population growth. As provided in subsection (8) of this section, any revenues received above this limit must be deposited into a new account hereby created called the "Lower State Property Taxes Account" All revenues received during a year which are deposited in this account must be used to reduce the subsequent year's state property tax levy as provided in section 3 of this act. (2) For purposes of this section, "general fund revenue" means the aggregate of revenue from taxes, fees, and other governmental charges received by state government that are deposited in any fund subject to the state expenditure limit under RCW 43,135.025. "General fund revenue" does not include the funds required to be transferred into the fund created under Article 7, Section 12 of the state constitution and does not include funds transferred from that fund. "General fund revenue" does not include revenue received from the federal government. (3) For the purposes of this section, "inflation" means the annual percentage change in the implicit price deflator for the United States as published on or about March 27 Continued on page 12 0 How do I read measure text? Any language in double parentheses with a line through it is existing state law and will be taken out of the law if the measure is approved by voters. Any underlined language or new sections do not appear in current state law but will be added to the law if the measure is approved by voters. 12 Initiative Measure 1033 Initiative Measure 1033 13 following each calendar year by the bureau of economic analysis and reported by the office of financial management. (4) For purposes of this section, "population growth" means the percentage change in the statewide population based on the annual statewide population determinations reported by the office of financial management during the prior calendar year and the current calendar year. (5) If the cost of any state program or function is shifted from the state general fund or any fund subject to the state expenditure limit under RCW 43.135.025, on or after January 1, 2009, to another source of funding, or if revenue is transferred from the state general fund or any fund subject to the state expenditure limit under RCW 41135.025 to another fund or account, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of funds subject to the state expenditure limit under RCW 43.135.025, plus the shifted andlor transferred revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (6) If the cost of any state program or function and the revenue to fund the program or function are shifted to the state general fund or any fund subject to the state expenditure limit under RCW 43.135.025, on or after January 1, 2009, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of funds subject to the state expenditure limit under RCW 43.135.025, including the shifted revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (7) For the purposes of this section, "new voter -approve d revenue" is defined as the increase in revenue approved by the state's voters at an election after the effective date of this act. (8)The limit established in subsection (1) of this section must be implemented as follows: (a) For the first calendar year beginning after the effective date of this act, the general fund revenue, not including new votes -approved revenue, received above the amount received in 2009 adjusted by any amount necessary to reflect inflation for the 2009 calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower State PropertyTaxes Account" (b) For subsequent years, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in the immediately prior calendar year, less any deposits into the "Lower State PropertyTaxes Account" adjusted by any amount necessary to reflect inflation for the immediately prior calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower State PropertyTaxes Account:' Sec. 3. RCW 84.52.065 and 1991 sp.s. c 31 s 16 are each amended to read as follows: W Subject to the limitations in RCW 84.55.010, in each year the state shall levy for collection in the following year for the support of common schools of the state a tax of three dollars and sixty cents per thousand dollars of assessed value upon the assessed valuation of all taxable property within the state adjusted to the state equafized value in accordance with the indicated ratio fixed by the state department of revenue. 2 LThe rapte P-ropertyt x Ie mu t be reduced from the amount that could, otherwise_ be levied under subsection of this ecti n by an amount equal to the aross de sits h "Lower State PropgrtyTaxes Account" established in section 2 of this act from the previous year, The balance f the "Lower State Pro e T xes Account" Must be transferred„ep&h year to the general fund to ac unt for the reduction of the levy as provided in subsection-(2) of this section. (44) As used in this section, "the support of common schools" includes the payment of the principal and interest on bonds issued for capital construction projects for the common schools. LIMITINGTHETAX BURDEN OFWASHINGTON'S CITIZENS BY LIMITINGTHE GROWTH OF EACH COUNTY'S GENERAL FUND REVENUE, NOT'INCLUDING NEW VOTER -APPROVED REVENUE,TO INFLATION AND POPULATION GROWTH. EXCESS REVENUE ABOVETHIS LIMITWOULD BE USEDTO REDUCE PROPERTYTAXES IMPOSED BY EACH COUNTY NEW SECTION Sec. 4. A new section is added to chapter 36.33 RCW to read as follows: (1)The growth rate of each county government's general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, must be limited to inflation and population growth. As provided in subsection (8) of this section, each county must deposit revenues received above this limit in a new account created by the county called the "Lower County Property Taxes Account" Al) revenues received during a year which are deposited in this account must be used to reduce the subsequent year's county property tax levy by the amount of gross deposits in the account. (2) For purposes of this section, "general fund revenue" means the aggregate of revenue from taxes, fees, and other governmental charges received by the county that are deposited in the county's current expense fund. (3) For the purposes of this section, "inflation" means the annual percentage change in the implicit price deflator for the United States as published on or about March 27 following each calendar year by the bureau of economic analysis and reported by the office of financial management. (4) For purposes of this section, "population growth" means the percentage change in the countywide population based on the annual countywide population determinations reported by the office of financial management during the prior calendar year and the current calendar year. (5) If the cost of any county program or function is shifted from the county's current expense fund on or after January 1, 2009, to another source of funding, or if revenue is transferred from the county's current expense fund to another fund or account, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of the county's current expense fund plus the shifted and/or transferred revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (6) If the cost of any county program or function and the revenue to fund the program or function are shifted to the county's current expense fund on or after January 1, 2009, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of the county general fund including the shifted revenue for that year and ail subsequent years. (7) For the purposes of this section, "new voter -approved revenue" is defined as the increase in revenue approved by the county's voters at an election after the effective date of this act. (8)The limit established in subsection (1) of this section must be implemented as follows: (a) For the first calendar year beginning after the effective date of this act, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in 2009 adjusted by any amount necessary to reflect inflation for the 2009 calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower County PropertyTaxes Account" (b) For subsequent years, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in the immediately prior calendar year, less any deposits into the "Lower County PropertyTaxes Account;' adjusted by an amount necessary to reflect inflation far the immediately prior calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower County PropertyTaxes Account" NEW SECTION. Sec. 5. A new section is added to chapter 36.33 RCW to read as follows: Any county's property tax levy shall be reduced from the amount that could otherwise be levied under RCW 84.52.043 of this section by an amount equal to the previous year's gross deposits to that county's "Lower County PropertyTaxes Account" established in section 4 of this act. LIMITINGTHETAX BURDEN OF WASHINGTON'S CITIZENS BY LIMITINGTHE GROWTH OF EACH CITY'S GENERAL FUND REVENUE, NOT INCLUDING NEW VOTER -APPROVED REVENUE,TO INFLATION AND POPULATION GROWTH. EXCESS REVENUE ABOVETHIS LIMITWOULD BE USEDTO REDUCE PROPERTYTAXES IMPOSED BY EACH CITY NEW SECTION. Sec. 6. A new section is added toTitle 35 RCW to read as follows: (1)The growth rate of each city government's general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, must be limited to inflation and population growth. As provided in subsection (8) of this section, each city must deposit revenues received above this limit in a new account created by the city tailed the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account." All revenues received during a year which are deposited in this account must be used to reduce the subsequent year's. city property tax levy by the amount of gross deposits in the account. (2) For purposes of this section, "general fund revenue" means the aggregate of revenue from taxes, fees, and other governmental charges received by the city that are deposited in the city's current expense fund. (3) For the purposes of this section, "inflation" means the annual percentage change in the implicit price deflator for the United States as published on or about March 27 following each calendar year by the bureau of economic analysis and reported by the office of financial management. (4) Far purposes of this section, "population growth" means the percentage change in the city wide population based on the annual city wide population determinations reported by the Office of financial management during the prior calendar year and the current calendar year. (5) If the cost of any city program or function is shifted from the city's current expense fund on or after January 1, 2009, to another source of funding, or if revenue is transferred from the citXs current expense fund to another fund or account, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of the city's current expense fund plus the shifted and/or transferred revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (6) If the cost of any city program or function and the revenue to fund the program or function are shifted to the city's current expense fund on or after January 1, 2009, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of the city's current expense fund including the shifted revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (7) For the purposes of this section, "new voter -approved revenue" is defined as the increase in revenue approved by the city's voters at an election after the effective date of this act. (8)The limit established in subsection (1) of this section must be implemented as follows: (a) For the first calendar year beginning after the effective date of this act, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in 2009 adjusted by an amount necessary to reflect inflation for the 2009 calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account." (b) For subsequent years, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in the immediately prior calendar year, less any deposits into the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account," adjusted by an amount necessary to reflect inflation for the immediately prior calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account" NEW SECTION. Sec. 7. A new section is added toTitle 35 RCW to read as follows: Any city's property tax levy must be reduced from the amount that could otherwise be levied under RCW 84.52.043 of this section by an amount equal to the grass deposits to that city's "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account" established in section 6 of this act from the previous year. NEW SECTION. Sec. 8. A new section is added toTitle 35A RCW to read as follows: (1)The growth rate of each city government's general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, must be limited to inflation and population growth. As provided in subsection (8) of this section, each city must deposit revenues received above this limit in a new account created by the city called the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account" All revenues received during a year which are deposited in this account must be used to reduce the subsequent year's city property tax levy by the amount of gross deposits in the, account. (2) For purposes of this section, "general fund revenue" means the aggregate of revenue from taxes, fees, and other governmental charges received by the city that are deposited in the city's current expense fund. (3) For the purposes of this section, "inflation" means the annual percentage change in the implicit price deflator for the United States as published on or about March 27 following each calendar year by the bureau of economic analysis and reported by the office of financial management. (4) For purposes of this section, "population growth" means the percentage change in the city wide population based on the annual city wide population determinations reported by the office of financial management during the prior calendar year and the current calendar year. (5) If the cost of any city program or function is shifted from the city's current expense fund on or after January 1, 2009, to another source of funding, or if revenue is transferred from the city's current expense fund to another fund or account, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of the city's current expense fund plus the shifted and/or transferred revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (6) If the cost of any city program or function and the revenue to fund the program or function are shifted to the city's current expense fund on or after January 1, 2009, the limit required by this section shall apply to the aggregate of the city's current expense fund including the shifted revenue for that year and all subsequent years. (7) For the purposes of this section, "new voter approved revenue" is defined as the increase in revenue approved by the city's voters at an election after the effective date of this act. (8)The limit established in subsection (1) of this section must be implemented as follows: (a) For the first calendar year beginning after the effective date of this act, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in 2009 adjusted by an amount necessary to reflect inflation for the 2009 calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account." (b) For subsequent years, the general fund revenue, not including new voter -approved revenue, received above the amount received in the immediately prior calendar year, less any deposits into the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account; adjusted by an amount necessary to reflect inflation for the immediately prior calendar year and population growth, must be deposited in the "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account." 14 Initiative Measure 1033 Referendum Measure 71 15 NEW SECTION, Sec. S. A new section is added toTitle 35A RCW to read as follows: Any city's property tax levy must be reduced frorn the amount that could otherwise be levied under RCW 84.52,043 of this section by an amount equal to the gross deposits to that city's "Lower City PropertyTaxes Account" established in section 8 of this act from the previous year. Sec. 10. RCW 84:52.043 and 2005 c 122 s 3 are each amended to read as follows: Within and subject to the limitations imposed by RCW 84.52.050 as amended, the regular ad valorem tax levies upon real and personal property by the taxing districts hereafter named shall be as follows: (1) Levies of the senior taxing districts shall be as follows: (a)The levy by the state shall not exceed three dollars and sixty cents per thousand dollars of assessed value adjusted to the state equalized value in accordance with the indicated ratio fixed by the state department of revenue to be used exclusively for the support of the common schools; (b) the levy by any county she II not exceed one dollar and eighty cents per thousand dollars of assessed value; (c) the levy by any road district shall not exceed two dollars and twenty- five cents per thousand dollars of assessed value; and (d) the levy by any city or town shall not exceed three dollars and thirty-seven and one-half cents per thousand dollars of assessed value. However any county is hereby authorized to increase its levy from one dollar and eighty cents to a rate not to exceed two dollars and forty-seven and one-half cents per thousand dollars of assessed value for general county purposes if the total levies for both the county and any road district within the county do not exceed four dollars and five cents per thousand dollars of assessed value, and no other taxing district has its levy reduced as a result of the increased county levy. (2)The aggregate levies of junior taxing districts and senior taxing districts, other than the state, shall not exceed five dollars and ninety cents per thousand dollars of assessed valuation. The term "junior taxing districts" includes all taxing districts other than the state, counties, road districts, cities, towns, port districts, and public utility districts.The limitations provided in this subsection shall not apply to: (a) Levies at the rates provided by existing law by or for any port or public utility district; (b) excess property tax levies authorized in Article VI 1, section 2 of the state Constitution; (c) levies for acquiring conservation futures as authorized under RCW 84.34,230; (d) levies for emergency medical care or emergency medical services imposed under RCW 84.52.069; (e) levies to finance affordable housing for very low-income housing imposed under RCW 84.52,105; (f) the portions of levies by metropolitan park districts that are protected under RCW 84.52.120; (g) levies imposed by ferry districts under RCW 36.54.130; (h) levies for criminal justice purposes under RCW 84.52.135: and (i) the portions of levies by fire protection districts that are protected under RCW 84.52.125, 3 The limitations in subset ions (IJ and 2 r the levies by the state, counties and cities must be further a justed_as provided in sections 2 4, 6 and 8 of this act. Sec. 11. RCW 84.55.010 and 2006 c 184 s 1 are each amended to read as follows: Except as provided in this chapter, the levy for a taxing district in any year shall be set so that the regular property taxes payable in the following year shall not exceed the limit factor multiplied by the amount of regular property taxes lawfully levied for such district plus revenues deposited as provided in sections 2(7). 4(716(7) and 8(7) of this act in the highest of the three most recent years in which such taxes were levied for such district plus an additional dollar amount calculated by multiplying the increase in assessed value in that district resulting from new construction, increases in assessed value due to construction of electric generation wind turbine facilities classified as personal property, improvements to property, and any increase in the assessed value of state -assessed property by the regular property tax levy rate of that district for the preceding year. The adjustments provided in sections 2 4 6 and 8 of this art provide_a limitation on oro=rty tax levies which is in ar dition to the limit factor in this se tion. CONSTRUCTION CLAUSE NEW SECTION. Sec. 12. The provisions of this act are to be liberally construed to effectuate the intent, policies, and purposes of this act. SEVERABILITY CLAUSE NEW 5ECTION. Sec. 13. If any provision of this act or its application to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the act or the application of the provision to other persons or circumstances is not affected. MISCELLANEOUS NEW SECTION. Sec. 14. Subheadings used in this act are not part of the law. NEW SECTION. Sec. 15. This act shall be known and cited as the Lower PropertyTaxes Act of 2009. Political Party Contact Information Washington State Democrats PO Box 4027 Seattle, WA 98194 (206) 583-0664 info@wa-democrats.org www.wa-democrats.org Washington State Republican Party 2840 Northup Way, Ste 140 Bellevue, WA 98004 (425) 460-0570 ;agop@wsrp.orgww.wsrp.org Referendum Measure 71 Passed by the legislature and ordered referred by petition: The legislature passed Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill 5688 concerning rights and responsibilities of state -registered domestic partners. This bill would expand the rights, responsibilities, and obligations accorded state -registered same -sex and senior domestic partners to be equivalent to those of married spouses, except that a domestic partnership is not a marriage. Should this bill be: [ ] Approved [ ] Rejected Votes cast by the 2009 Legislature on final passage: Senate:Yeas, 30; Nays, 18; Absent, 0; Excused, 1. House: Yeas, 62; Nays, 35; Absent, 0; Excused, 1. The Official Ballot Title and the Explanatory Statement were written by the Attorney General as required by law. The Fiscal Impact Statement was written by the Office of Financial Management as required by law. The Secretary of State is not responsible for the content of arguments or statements 0 You are voting to Approve or Reject the bill passed by the Legislature Approve - you favorthe bill passed by the Legislature. Reject - you don't favorthe bill passed by the Legislature. (WAC 434-381-180).The complete text of Referendum Measure 71 begins on page 19. Explanatory Statement The Law as it Presently Exists: The Office of the Secretary of State maintains a domestic partnership registry.Two individuals may enter into a state -registered domestic partnership if the individuals meet certain criteria, including: sharing a common residence, being at least 18 years of age, and being members of the same sex.The domestic partnership is also available to two individuals of the opposite sex if one of the individuals is at least 62 years of age. Under existing law, a registered domestic partnership is not a marriage because Washington law defines marriage as a civil contract between a male and a female who have each attained the age of 18 years, and who are otherwise capable of entering into marriage. Existing law provides state -registered domestic partners and partnerships with some of the powers and rights and responsibilities available to married spouses. Such existing powers and rights include health care facility visitation rights, the ability to grant informed consent for health care for a patient who is not competent, title and rights to cemetery plots, and automatic termination of power of attorney upon termination of the state -registered domestic partnership. Domestic partners of public employees are eligible to participate in Public Employees Benefits Board 'insurance coverage. A certificate of domestic partnership issued by the Office of the Secretary of State fulfills eligibility requirements for the domestic partner of the public employee to receive benefits. Existing law also addresses certain rights and responsibilities of state -registered domestic partners related to community property, estate planning, taxes, court process, service to indigent veterans and other public assistance, conflicts of interest for public officials, and guardianships. Under existing law, there are two processes by which domestic partners may terminate the registration and relationship. A domestic partner may file a petition for dissolution in superior court and follow the same procedures applicable to dissolution of marriage. However, registered domestic partners may also use a non -judicial termination process by filing a notice 16 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 17 of termination with the Off ice of the Secretary of State if, at the time of filing notice, neither registered partner has minor children and neither partner is pregnant; the domestic partnership is not more than five years in duration; the total fair market value of community assets is less than $25,000; and neither partner has separate property assets in excess of $25,000. The Effect of the Proposed Measure, if Approved: If approved, the measure would amend references in numerous state statutes so that rights, responsibilities, and obligations granted by or imposed by state law on married couples and their families would apply equally to state - registered domestic partners. The terms spouse, marriage, marital,. husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family, when used in state statutes, would be interpreted as applying equally to state -registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons. Similarly, references to dissolution of marriage would apply equally to state -registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated. Gender specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law would be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state -registered domestic partnerships. If approved, the measure would not change the statute defining marriage under Washington law. A domestic partnership would not be within the definition of marriage, which would continue to be limited to one man and one woman. The measure would provide state -registered domestic partners a number of additional powers, rights, and responsibilities such as: the ability to use available sick leave to care for a domestic partner, or to receive wages and benefits where available when a domestic partner is injured; the right to receive unpaid wages upon the death of a domestic partner; the ability to receive unemployment benefits, disability insurance benefits, or workers compensation coverage where such benefits and coverage is provided to married spouses; rights under insurance policies that accrue as a matter of law after the death of a spouse, such as conversion rights and continuing coverage rights; rights and responsibilities related to adoption, child custody, and child support; and rights related to business succession applicable to married spouses. State agencies would be required to amend agency rules to ensure that privileges, immunities, rights, benefits, or responsibilities granted or imposed by statute to an individual because that individual is or was a spouse in a marital relationship are granted or imposed on equivalent terms to an individual because that individual is or was in a state -registered domestic partnership. If approved, the current non -judicial termination process available to domestic partners would be repealed and termination of state -registered domestic partnerships would require a judicial action. Fiscal Impact Statement Fiscal Impact Through Fiscal Year 2015 Referendum 71 would enact legislation, E2SSB 5688, that expands the rights, responsibilities and benefits of registered domestic partners. Referendum 71 would increase state costs by paying for additional worker compensation and crime victim claims benefits; additional state employee pension survivor benefits; and other administrative expenses. Costs are estimated at $900,000 for fiscal years 2009-11, $1.5 million for fiscal years 2011°-13 and $1.6 million for fiscal years 2013-15. State revenue from estate taxes estimated at $260,000 would be reduced in fiscal years 2013-15, while $7,000 in annual fee revenue would be gained. General Assumptions Estimates are based on information provided by state agencies during the 2009 legislative session for Engrossed Second Substitute Senate Bill (E2SSB) 5688. Estimates are based on early 2009 data of the number of registered domestic partnerships. There are approximately 5,000 registered domestic partnerships with the Secretary of State. Of that number, 1,500 of those individuals were older than 62, and therefore, could be registered in same -sex or opposite -sex domestic partnerships. Estimates include costs that were funded in the state budget as well as costs that state agencies were expected to absorb. Estimates exclude approximately $15,000 in costs incurred to implement E2SSB 5688 before August 1, 2009. State Cost Estimate - Assumptions For fiscal years 2009-15, the following estimated costs would be incurred: $1.1 million - Additional worker compensation and crime victim claim benefits. $2.6 million -Additional state employee pension survivor benefits. $300,000 - Changes to public rules, information systems, publications and other administrative costs. Referendum 71 would extend eligibility for public employee health benefits to all registered domestic partnerships. However, the Public Employees Benefits Board has exercised its statutory discretion to extend public employee health benefits to all registered domestic partnerships independent of E2SSB 5688. Therefore, costs estimated by the Health Care Authority for the implementation of E2SSB 5688 are excluded from, this estimate. State Revenue Estimate — Assumptions E2SSB 5688 would allow a registered domestic partner to take a marital deduction, which reduces the taxable estate subject to state estate taxes. Referendum 71 would retain domestic partner eligibility for the deduction, resulting in an estimated $260,000 reduction in revenue in fiscal years 2013-15. E2SSB 5688 authorizes the Secretary of State to record changes to registered domestic partnerships in the event of a change in address, name change, dissolution or death.There is a $10 fee for change filings. Referendum 71 would retain this authority, resulting in an estimated $7,000 gain in fee revenue each year. County and City Cost Estimate - Assumptions While the fiscal impact cannot be determined, counties and cities would incur expenses related to revision of property tax laws, additional court cases and related matters. Address Confidentiality Program If you are a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and/or stalking who has chosen not to register to vote because you are afraid your perpetrator will track you down through voter registration records, the Office of the Secretary of State has a program that might be able to help you. The Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) works together with community domestic violence and sexual assault programs in an effort to keep crime victims safer. The ACP provides participants with a substitute address that can be used when conducting business with state or local government agencies. ACP participants are eligible to register as Protected Records Voters, meaning the registration information is not public record. All ACP participants must be referred to the program by a local domestic violence or sexual assault advocate who can help develop a comprehensive safety plan. Need more information? Call the ACP toll -free at (800) 822-1065 or visit www.secstate.wa.gov/acp . 18 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 19 Statement For Referendum Measure 71 THE DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP LAW PROTECTS ALL WASHINGTON FAMILIES This law ensures that all Washington families have the same protections, rights, and responsibilities as their neighbors. The law guarantees that al! families will be treated fairly, especially in times of crisis. Many gay and lesbian couples, often with children, and many senior couples are domestic partners. Often these seniors can't marry without sacrificing needed health and pension benefits. Domestic partnership laws allow them to protect their loved ones. "This law provides essential protections to many older couples and to families with children who would otherwise be living without a safety net." WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THE DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP LAW? Death benefits.for partners of police and firefighters killed in the line of duty. Right to use sick leave to care for a seriously ill partner. Pension benefits for partners of teachers and other public employees. Victims' rights. Right to workers' compensation benefits if a partner is killed in the course of employment. WHO SUPPORTS THE LAW? More than 150 organizations, including congregations and faith based organizations and their leaders, all across our state - like the Washington State Nurses Association, Washington Association of Churches, AAUW, Childhaven, Washington State Senior Citizens' Lobby, Associated Ministries of Pierce County, Asian and Pacific Islander Women and Family Safety Center, Jewish Family Service, Anti -Defamation League, Washington Education Association, Planned Parenthood, Japanese American Citizens League, Lutheran Public Policy Network, SEIU, Latino Political Action Committee, American Federation of Teachers, King County Coalition Against DomesticViolance, Safe Schools Coalition, Mainstream Republicans, Equal Rights Washington, PFLAG, Young Democrats of Washington, Washington State Bar Association. They, and we, ask you to vote Approved on R-71 - for All Washington families. Rebuttal of Statement Against All families should be treated fairly and equally under the law. Committed couples who want to take care of each other should have the protections they need to keep their families safe. They should be allowed to visit each other in the hospital, take family medical leave, have insurance or receive inheritance. Children should be protected when a parent dies. This law does not affect schools or change the definition of marriage in any way. Argument Prepared by Kelly Fox, President, Washington State Council of Fire Fighters; Denise Klein, Executive Director, Senior Services; Linnea Hirst, President, League of Women Voters of Washington; Paola Maranan, Executive Director, Children's Alliance; James Kelly, CEO, Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle; Audrey Haberman, Executive Director, Pride Foundation. Contact: (206) 324-2570; www.approve7l.org Statement AgainSt Referendum Measure 71 REJECT SENATE BILL 5688 TO PRESERVE MARRIAGE! SB 5688 is primarily about homosexual marriage -not benefits. Senator Ed Murray told the Seattle Tim es (Jan. 10, 2007), when announcing the Domestic Partnership Bill, "The goal is marriage equality. It's an important statement that our eyes are on the prize, and the prize is marriage." Representative Jamie Pedersen told theTimes (Jan. 28, 2009) that SB 5688 will give homosexuals "a bridge until they can legally marry." Senator Murray told the Times (May 17, 2009) that the domestic partnership expansion (SB 5688) is an "incremental approach ... a strategic plan:' SB 5688 is the last incremental step to same -sex marriage in Washington State. REJECT SENATE BILL 5688 TO PROTECT FAMILIES! Marriage between one man and one woman is the foundation for civilized societies and has been for centuries. Marriage does not exist just for the emotional satisfaction of two individuals, but for the greater good of the social order. Marriage is about providing the most stable and healthy environment in which to raise children. REJECT SENATE BILL 5688 TO PROTECT CHILDREN! SB 5688 redefines terms such as "husband" and "wife" to be construed as "gender neutral." The new IawwiII confuse children and likely result in public schools influencing children to accept a new definition of the "family unit" so that same -sex partners will be a recognized norm. REJECT SENATE BILL 5688 TO PROTECT TAXPAYERS! If Senate Bill 5688 is implemented, it will mean another massive expansion of government and Washingtonian taxpayers will be -stuck with a multi -million dollar bill. Now is not the time to provide more entitlements to a very small minority of the population. Rebuttal of Statement For Statutory benefits are not rig his. Those who choose to engage in homosexual relationships already enjoy the exact same constitutional rights and protections all Americans have. Washington has decided to recognize and promote marriage between one man and one woman above other types of relationships. SB 5688 would make our state's Defense of Marriage Act meaningless. Washington State cannot afford to make same -sex partnerships equal to marriage. it's that simple. Reject SB 9686 to preserve marriagel Argument Prepared by Larry Stickney, Campaign Manager, Protect Marriage Washington; Gary Randall, President, Faith and Freedom Network; Matt Shea, Representative (R), 4th Legislative District, Washington State Legislature; Stephen Pidgeon, Attorney at Law, P.S. Contact: (425) 451-7753; www.protectmarriagewa.com Complete Text Referendum Measure 71 AN ACT Relating to further expanding the rights and responsibilities of state registered domestic partners; amending RCW 2.10.030, 6.27.140, 10.77,205, 11.88,030, 26.60.040, 26.60.090, 41A6.010, 41.18.010, 49.78.020, 65,12.035, 71.05.425, 72.09.015, 72.09.712, 72.36.115, 77.36.010, 83,100.046, 83.100.047, and 84.04.050; adding a new section to chapter 26.60 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 34.05 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 1.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 1.16 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 2.10 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 2.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 2.14 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 2.56 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 4.24 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 4.28 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 5.44 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 6.15 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 6.27 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 7.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 7.68 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9.58 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9.68 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9.68A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9.94A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9A.16 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9A.40 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9A.44 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 9A.76 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 10.77 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 10.95 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 10.99 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 10.101 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.40 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.42 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.66 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.68 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.88 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.94 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.95 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.98 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.104A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11,108 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 13.34 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 13.40 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 13.64 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.35 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.51 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.96 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.118 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 18.120 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.09 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.16 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.36 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.40 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.72 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.98 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.120 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.205 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.220 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 19.225 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 21.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 21.35 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 238.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 23B.19 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 26.09 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 26.18 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 26.26 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 26.27 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 26.28 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 26.33 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28B.10 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 28B.15 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 286.50 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 30.22 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 31.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 35.21 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 35.54 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 35A,01 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 36.17 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 36.88 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 38.42 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 38.52 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.04 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.06 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.16 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.18 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.24 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.26 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.28 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.32 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.34 RCW; adding anew section to chapter 41.35 RCW; adding a new section tc chapter 41.37 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.40 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.44 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.50 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.54 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 41.68 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 42.23 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 42.52 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.20E RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.43 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.56 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.180 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 43.215 RCW; adding a new section to cha pter 43.235 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 46.04 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.17 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.18 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.21 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.21A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.22 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.23 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.24 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.25 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.29 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.30 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.41 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.43 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.44 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.46 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.66 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 48.76 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 49.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 49.48 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 49.74 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 49.77 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 49.78 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 49.86 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 50.04 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 51.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 59.18 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 59.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 59.21 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 59.22 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 62A.1 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 65.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 66,24 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 67.70 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 68.04 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.02 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.24 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.47 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.47A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.58 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.122 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.128 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 70.190 RCW; adding a new section to chapter71.05 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 71.09 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 11.12 RCW; adding a now section to chapter 71.32 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 71A.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.01 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.09 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.23 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.36 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.64 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 72.66 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 73.16 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.04 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.08A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.09 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.09A Continued on page 20 0 How do I read measure text? Any language in double parentheses with a line through it is existing state law and will be taken out of the law if the measure is approved by voters. Any underlined language or new sections do not appear in current state law but will be added to the law if the measure is approved by voters. 20 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 21 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.13 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.15 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.20 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.20A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.34 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 74.41 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 77.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 79A.05 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 80.28 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 81.28 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 81.80 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 82.08 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 83.100 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 83.110A RCW; adding a new section to chapter 84.04 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 85.38 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 87.03 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 89.12 RCW; adding a new section to chapter 91.08 RCW; repealing RCW 26.60.050 and 26.60.055; and providing effective dates. BE IT ENACTED BYTHE LEGISLATURE OFTHE STATE OF WASHINGTON: , NEW_ SECTION. Sec. 1 A new section is added to chapter 26.60 RCW to read as follows: It is the intent of the legislature that for all purposes under state law, state registered domestic partners shall be treated the same as married spouses. Any privilege, immunity, right, benefit, or responsibility granted or imposed by statute, administrative or court rule, policy, common law or any other law to an individual because the individual is or was a spouse, or because the individual is or was an in-law in a specified way to another individual, is granted on equivalent terms, substantive and procedural, to an individual because the individual is or was in a state registered domestic partnership or because the individual is or was, based on a state registered domestic partnership, related in a specifiled way to another individual.The provisions of this act shall be liberally construed to achieve equal treatment, to the extent not in conflict with federal law, of state registered domestic partners and married spouses. NEW, ECTION^ Sec. 2 A new section is added to chapter 34.05 RCW to read as follows: (1) Subject to the availability of funds appropriated for this specific purpose, except where inconsistent with federal law or regulations applicable to federal benefit programs, agencies shall amend their rules to reflect the intent of the legislature to ensure that all privileges, immunities, rights, benefits, or responsibilities granted or imposed by statute to an individual because that individual is or was a spouse in a marital relationship are granted or imposed on equivalent terms to an individual because that individual is or was in a state registered domestic partnership. (2) Except where inconsistent with federal law or regulations applicable to federal benefit programs, all agency orders creating new rules, or amending existing rules, shall be formulated to reflect the intent stated in subsection (1) of this section. (3) No agency rule is invalid because it does not comply with this section. NEW SECTION. Sec. 3 A new section is added to chapter 1.12 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this code, with the exception of chapter 26.04 RCW, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender - specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 4 A new section is added to chapter 1.16 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this code, with the exception of chapter 26.04 RCW, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender - specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 5 A new section is added to chapter 2.10 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 6 RCW 2.10.030 and 1997 c 88 s 5 are each amended to read as follows: (1) "Retirement system" means the "Washington judicial retirement system" provided herein. (2) "Judge" means a person elected or appointed to serve as judge of a court of record as provided in chapters 2.04, 2,06, and 2.08 RCW. "Judge" does not include a person serving as a judge pro tempore except for a judge pro tern pore appointed under RCW 2.04.240(2) or 2.06.150(2). (3) "Retirement board" means the "Washington judicial retirement board" established herein. (4) "Surviving spouse" means the surviving widow or widower or surviving state re i tered domestic -partner of a judge. "Surviving spouse" does not include the divorced spouse of a judge or an individual whose state registered domestic partnership with the -judge has been terminated dissolved, or invalidated. (5) "Retirement fund" means the "Washington judicial retirement fund" established herein. (6) "Beneficiary" means any person in receipt of a retirement allowance, disability allowance or any other benefit described herein. (7) "Monthly.salary" means the monthly salary of the position held by the judge. (8) "Service" means all periods of time served as a judge, as herein defined. Any calendar month at the beginning or end of a term in which ten or more days are served shall be counted as a full month of service: PROVIDED,That no more than one month's service may be granted for any one calendar month. Only months of service will be counted in the computation of any retirement allowance or other benefit provided for in this ch apter. Yea rs. of service shall be determined by dividing the total months of service by twelve. Any fraction of a year of service as so determined shall be taken into account in the computation of such retirement allowance or benefit: (9) "Final average salary" means (a) for a judge in service in the same court for a minimum of twelve consecutive months preceding the date of retirement, the salary attached to the position held by the judge immediately prior to retirement; (b) for any other judge, the average monthly salary paid over the highest twenty-four month period in the last ten years of service. (10) "Retirement allowance" for the purpose of applying cost of living increases or decreases includes retirement allowances, disability allowances and survivorship benefit. (11) "Index" means for any calendar year, that year's annual average consumer price index for urban wage earners and clerical workers, all items (1957-1959 equal one hundred) -- compiled by the bureau of labor statistics, United States department of labor. (12) Accumulated contributions" means the total amount deducted from the judge's monthly salary pursuant to RCW 2.10.090, together with the regular interest thereon from July 1, 1988, as determined by the director of the department of retirement systems. NEW SECTION. Sec. 7 A new section is added to chapter 2.12 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shalt be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. i NEW SECTION. Sec. 8 A new section is added to chapter 2.14 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, i or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW'SECTION. Sec. 9 A new section is added to chapter 2.56 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuais in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement i this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 10 A new section is added to chapter 4.24 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to-rarital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION_ Sec. 11 A new section is added to chapter 4.28 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 12 A new section is added to chapter 5.44 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 13 A new section is added to chapter 6.15 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, ❑r other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 14 A new section is added to chapter 6.27 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in 2Z Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 23 state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 15 RCW 6.27.140 and 2003 c 222 s 6 are each amended to read as follows: (1)The notice required by RCW 6.27.130(1) to be mailed to or served on an individual judgment debtor -shall be in the following form, printed or typed in type no smaller than elite type: NOTICE OF GARNISHMENT AND OFYOUR RIGHTS A Writ of Garnishment issued in a Washington court has been or will be served on the garnishee named in the attached copy of the writ. After receipt of the writ, the garnishee is required to withhold payment of any money that was due to you and to withhold any other property of yours that the garnishee held or controlled.This notice of your rights is required by law. YOU HAVETHE FOLLOWING EXEMPTION RIGHTS: WAGES. If the garnishee is your employer who owes wages or other personal earnings to you, your employer is required to pay amounts to you that are exempt under state and federal laws, as explained in the writ of garnishment.You should receive a copy of your employer's answer, which will show how the exempt amount was calculated. If the garnishment is for child support, the exempt amount paid to you will be forty percent of wages due you, but if you are supporting a spouse state registered domestic partner, or dependent child, you are entitled to claim an additional ten percent as exempt. BANK ACCOUNTS. If the garnishee is a bank or other institution with which you have an account in which you have deposited benefits such as Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security, veterans' benefits, unemployment compensation, or a United States pension, you may claim the account as fully exempt if you have deposited only such benefit funds in the account. It may be partially exempt even though you have deposited money from other sources in the same account. An exemption is also available under RCW 26.16.200, providing that funds in a community bank account that can be identified as the earnings of a stepparent are exempt from a garnishment on the child support obligation of the parent. OTHER EXEMPTIONS. If the garnishee holds other property of yours, some or all of it may be exempt under RCW 6.15.010, a Washington statute that exempts up to five hundred dollars of property of your choice (including up to one hundred dollars in cash or in a bank account) and certain property such as household furnishings, tools of trade, and 'a motor vehicle (all limited by differing dollar values). HOWTO CLAIM EXEMPTIONS. Fil[ out the enclosed claim. form and mail or deliver it as described in instructions on the claim form. if the plaintiff does not object to your claim, the funds or other property that you have claimed as exempt must be released not later than 10 days after the plaintiff receives your claim form. If the plaintiff objects, the law requires a hearing not later than 14 days after the plaintiff receives your claim form, and notice of the objection and hearing date will be mailed to you at the address that you put on the claim form. THE LAW ALSO PROVIDES OTHER EXEMPTION RIGHTS. IF NECESSARY, AN ATTORNEY CAN ASSISTYOUTO ASSERTTHESE AND OTHER RIGHTS, BUTYOU MUST ACT IMMEDIATELYTO AVOID LOSS OF RIGHTS BY DELAY. (2)The claim form required by RCW 6,27.130(1) to be mailed to or served on an individuaf judgment debtor shall be in the following form, printed or typed in type no smaller than elite type: [Caption to be filled in by judgment creditor or plaintiff before mailing.] Name of Court .... No...... Plaintiff, VS. .......... , EXEMPTION CLAIM Defendant, Garnishee Defendant INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Read this whole form after reading the enclosed notice. Then put an X in the box or boxes that describe your exemption claim or claims and write in the necessary information on the blank lines. If additional space is needed, use the bottom of the last page or attach another sheet. 2. Make two copies of the completed form. Deliver the original form by first-class mail or in person to the clerk of the court, whose address is shown at the bottom of the writ of garnishment. Deliver one of the copies by first-class mail or in person to the plaintiff or plaintiff's attorney, whose name and address are shown at the bottom of the writ. Keep the other copy.YOU SHOULD DOTHIS AS QUICKLY AS POSSIBLE, BUT NO LATERTHAN 28 DAYS (4 WEEKS) AFTER THE DATE ONTHE WRIT. I/We claim the following money or property as exempt: IF BANK ACCOUNT IS GARNISHED: [ ]The account contains payments from: [ ]Temporary assistance for needy families, SSI, or other public assistance. I receive $..... monthly. [ ] Social Security. I receive $..... monthly. [ ] Veterans' Benefits. I receive $..... monthly. [ ] U.S. Government Pension. I receive $..... monthly. [ ] Unemployment Compensation. I receive $..... monthly. [ ] Child support. I receive $..... monthly. [ ] Other. Explain .. . .................... . IF EXEMPTION IN BANK ACCOUNT IS CLAIMED, ANSWER ONE OR BOTH OFTHE FOLLOWING: [ ] No money other than from above payments are in the account. [ ] Moneys in addition to the above payments have been deposited in the account. Explain .... . ................. . IF EARNINGS ARE GARNISHED FOR CHILD SUPPORT: [ ] I claim maximum exemption. [ ] I am supporting another child or other children. [ } I am supporting a husband ((eta)), wife, or state registered domestig partner. IF PENSION OR RETIREMENT BENEFITS ARE GARNISHED: [ ] Name and address of employer who is paying the benefits.. .. . .. . ....................... OTHER PROPERTY: [] Describe property .............................. (If you claim other personal property as exempt, you must attach a list of all other personal property that you own.) ... . Print:Your name If married or in a state registered domestic_partnershio, name of husband/wife/state registered domestic partner Your signature Signature of husband ((ef)►, wife, or state registered domestic ap rtner Address Address (if different from yours) Telephone number Telephone number (if different from yours) CAUTION: If the plaintiff objects to your claim, you will have to go.to court and give proof of your claim. For example, if you claim that a bank account is exempt, you may have to show the judge your bank statements and papers that show the source of the money you deposited in the bank. Your claim may be granted more quickly if you attach copies of such proof to your claim. IFTHE JUDGE DENIESYOUR EXEMPTION CLAIM,YOU WILL HAVETO PAYTHE PLAINTIFF'S COSTS. IFTHE JUDGE DECIDESTHATYOU DID NOT MAKETHE CLAIM IN GOOD FAITH, HE OR SHE MAY DECIDETHATYOU MUST PAYTHE PLAINTIFF'S ATTORNEY FEES. NEW SECTION. Sec. 16 A new section is added to chapter 7.08 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 17 A new section is added to chapter 7.68 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 18 A new section is added to chapter 9.58 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 19 A new section is added to chapter 9.68 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 20 A new section is added to chapter 9.68A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shatI apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 21 A new section is added to chapter 9.94A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 22 A new section is added to chapter 9A.16 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed 24 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 25 to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 23 A new section is added to chapter 9A.40 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 24 A new section is added to chapter 9A.44 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationshipsia,nd married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships., NEW SECTION. Sec. 25 A new section is added to chapter 9A.76 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such, as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to, be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 26 A new section is added to chapter 10.77 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as, well as to marital relationships and married persons; and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement, this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 27 RCW 10.77.205 and 2000 c 94 s 17 are each amended to read as follows: (1)(a) At the earliest possible date, and in no event later than thirty days before conditional release, release, authorized furlough pursuant to RCW 10.77.163, or transfer to a less -restrictive facility than a state mental hospital, the superintendent shall send written notice of the conditional release, release, authorized furlough, or transfer of a person who has been found not guilty of a sex, violent, or felony harassment offense by reason of insanity and who is now in the custody of the department pursuant to this chapter, to the following: (i)The chief of police of the city, if any, in which the person will reside; and (ii)The sheriff of the county in which the person will reside. (b)The same notice as -required by (a) of this subsection shall be sent to the following, if such notice has been requested in writing about a specific person committed under this chapter: (i)The victim of the crime for which the person was committed or the victim's next of kin if the crime was a homicide; (ii) Any witnesses who testified against the person in -any court proceedings; and (iii) Any person specified in writing by the prosecuting attorney. Information. regarding victims, next of kin, or witnesses requesting the notice, information regarding any other person specified in writing by the prosecuting attorney to receive the notice, and the notice are confidential and shall not be available to the person committed under this chapter. (c) In addition to the notice requirements of (a) and (b) of this subsection, the superintendent shall comply with RCW 10.77.163. (d)The thirty -day notice requirement contained in (a) and (b) of this subsection shall not apply to emergency medical furloughs. (e)The existence of the notice requirements in (a) and (b) of this subsection shall not require any extension of the release date in the event the release plan changes after notification. (2) If a person who has been found not guilty of a sex, violent, or felony harassment offense by reason of insanity and who is committed under this chapter escapes, the superintendent shall immediately notify, by the most reasonable and expedient means available, the chief of police of the city and the sheriff of the county in which the person resided immediately before the person's arrest. If previously requested, the superintendent shalt also notify the witnesses and the victim, if any, of the crime for which the person was committed or the victim's next of kin if the crime was a homicide.The superintendent shall also notify appropriate persons pursuant to RCW 10.77.165. If the person is recaptured, the secretary shall send notice to the persons designated in this subsection as soon as possible but in no event later than two working days after the department learns of such recapture. (3) If the victim, the victim's next of kin, or any witness is under the.age of sixteen, the notice required by this section shall be sent to the parents or legal guardian of the child. (4)The department shall send the notices required by this chapter to the last address provided to the department by the requesting party.The requesting party shall furnish the department with a current address. (5) For purposes of this section the following terms have the following meanings: (a) "Violent offense" means a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030; (b) "Sex offense" means a sex offense under RCW 9.94A.030; (c) "Next of kin" means a person's spouse, state registered domestic partner. parents, siblings, and children; (d) "Authorized furlough" means a furlough granted after compliance with RCW 10.77.163; (e) "Felony harassment offense" means a crime of harassment as defined in RCW 9A.46.060 that is a felony. NEW SECTION. Sec. 28 A new section is added to chapter 10.95 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 29 A new section is added to chapter 10.99 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 30 A new section is added to chapter 10.101 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 31 A new section is added to chapter 11.40 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 32 A new section is added to chapter 11.42 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 33 A new section is added to chapter 11.66 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 34 A new section is added to chapter 11.68 RCW` to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital, relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife, used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 35 A new section is added to chapter 11.88 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such irterpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife , used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 36 RCW 11.88.030 and 1996 c 249 s 8 are each amended to read as follows: (1) Any person or entity may petition for the appointment of a qualified person, trust company, national bank, or nonprofit corporation authorized in RCW 11.88.020 as the guardian or limited guardian of an incapacitated person. No liability for filing a petition for guardianship or limited guardianship shall attach to a petitioner acting in good faith 26 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 27 and upon reasonable basis. A petition for guardianship or limited guardianship shall state: (a)The name, age, residence, and post office address of the alleged incapacitated person; (b)The nature of the alleged incapacity in accordance with RCW 11.88.010; (c)The approximate value and description of property, including any compensation, pension, insurance, or allowance, to which the alleged incapacitated person may be entitled; (d) Whether there is, in any state, a guardian or limited guardian, or pending guardianship action for the person or estate of the alleged incapacitated person; (e)The residence and post office address of the person whom petitioner asks to be appointed guardian or limited guardian; (f)The names and addresses, and nature of the relationship, so far as known or can be reasonably ascertained, of the persons most closely related by blood Qor)), marriage or state regWered domestir, partnershipto the alleged incapacitated person; (g)The name and address of the person or facility having the care and custody of the alleged incapacitated person; (h)The reason wiry the appointment of a guardian or limited guardian is sought and the interest of the petitioner in the appointment, and whether the appointment is sought as guardian or limited guardian of the person, the estate, or both; (i) A description of any alternate arrangements previously made by the alleged incapacitated person, such as trusts or powers of attorney, including identifying any guardianship nominations contained in a power of attorney, and why a guardianship is nevertheless necessary; (j)The nature and degree of the alleged incapacity and the specific areas of protection and assistance requested and the limitation of rights requested to be included in the court's order of appointment; WThe requested term of the limited guardianship to be included in the court's order of appointment; (I) Whether the petitioner is proposing a specific individual to act as guardian ad litem and, if so, the individual's knowledge of or relationship to any of the parties, and why the individual is proposed. (2)(a)The attorney general may petition for the appointment of a guardian or limited guardian in any case in which there is cause to believe that a guardianship is necessary and no private party is able and willing to petition. (b) Prepayment of a filing fee shall not be required in any guardianship or limited guardianship brought by the attorney general. Payment of the filing fee shall be ordered from the estate of the incapacitated person at the hearing on the merits of the petition, unless in the judgment of the court, such payment would impose a hardship upon the incapacitated person, in which case the filing shall be waived. (31 No filing fee shall be charged by the court for filing either a petition for guardianship or a petition for limited guardianship if the petition alleges that the alleged incapacitated person has total assets of a value of less than three thousand dollars. (4)(a) Notice that a guardianship proceeding has been commenced shall be personally served upon the alleged incapacitated person and the guardian ad €'stem along with a copy of the petition for appointment of a guardian. Such notice shall be served not more than five court days after the petition has been filed. (b) Notice under this subsection shall include a clear and _ easily readable statement of the legal rights of the alleged incapacitated person that could be restricted or transferred to a guardian by a guardianship order as well as the right to counsel of choice and to a jury trial on the issue of incapacity Such notice shall be in substantially the following form and shall be in capital letters, double-spaced, and in a type size not smaller than ten -point type: IMPORTANT NOTICE PLEASE READ CAREFULLY A PETITIONTO HAVE A GUARDIAN APPOINTED FORYOU HAS BEEN FILED INTHE ...... COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT BY ...... IF A GUARDIAN IS APPOINTED, YOU COULD LOSE ONE OR MORE OFTHE FOLLOWING RIGHTS: MTO MARRY ((( fR)), DIVORCE, OR ENTER INTO OR END A STATE FiEGISTERED DOMESTIC PARTNERSHIP (2)TO VOTE OR HOLD AN ELECTED OFFICE; (3)TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT OR MAKE OR REVOKE A WILL; (4)TO APPOINT SOMEONETO ACT ONYOUR BEHALF; (5)TO SUE AND BE SUED OTHERTHAN THROUGH A GUARDIAN; (6)TO POSSESS A LICENSETO DRIVE; (7)TO BUY, SELL, OWN, MORTGAGE, OR LEASE PROPERTY; (8)TO CONSENTTO OR REFUSE MEDICALTREATMENT, (9)TO DECIDE WHO SHALL PROVIDE CARE AND ASSISTANCE; (10)TO MAKE DECISIONS REGARDING SOCIAL ASPECTS OFYOUR LIFE. UNDERTHE LAW,YOU HAVE CERTAIN RIGHTS. YOU HAVETHE RIGHTTO BE REPRESENTED BY A LAWYER OFYOUR OWN CHOOSiNG.THE COURTWILL APPOINT A LAWYERTO REPRESENTYOU IFYOU ARE UNABLETO PAY OR PAYMENTWOULD RESULT IN A SUBSTANTIAL HARDSHIPTOYOU. YOU HAVETHE RIGHTTO ASK FOR A JURYTO DECIDE WHETHER OR NOTYOU NEED A GUARDIANTO HELPYOU. YOU HAVETHE RIGHTTO BE PRESENT IN COURT AND TESTIFY WHEN THE HEARING IS HELDTO DECIDE WHETHER OR NOTYOU NEED A GUARDIAN: IF A GUARDIAN AD LITEM IS APPOINTED,YOU HAVETHE R16HTTO REQUESTTHE COURTTO REPLACETHAT PERSON. (5) All petitions filed under the provisions of this section shall be heard within sixty days unless an extension of time is requested by a party or the guardian ad litem within such sixty day period and granted for good cause shown. If an extension is granted, the court shall set'a new hearing date. NEW SECTION. Sec. 37 A new section is added to chapter 11.94 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife . used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NFW SECTION. Sec. 38 A new section is added to chapter 11.95 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 39 A new section is added to chapter 11.98 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shaI] be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 40 A new section is added to chapter 11.104A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 41 A new section is added to chapter 11.108 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 42 A new section is added to chapter 13.34 RCW to read as follows: far the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 43 A new section is added to chapter 13.40 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 44 A new section is added to chapter 13.64 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 45 A new section is added to chapter 18.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 46 A new section is added to chapter 18:35 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 47 A new section is added to 28 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 29 chapter 18.51 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in, state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 48 A new section is added to chapter 18.96 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 49 A new section is added to chapter 18.118 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 50 A new section is added to chapter 18.120 RCW to read gas follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 51 A new section is added to chapter 19.09 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 52 A new section is added to chapter 19.16 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall applyequally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 53 A new section is added to chapter 19.36 RCW to -read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 54 A new section is added to chapter 19.40 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 55 A new section is added to chapter 19.72 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband acid wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 56 A new section is added to chapter 19.98 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 57 A new section is added to chapter 19.120 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 58 A new section is added to chapter 19.205 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered damestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 59 A new section is added to chapter 19.220 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. MEW SECTION. Sec. 60 A new section is added to chapter 19.225 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, -and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 61 A new section is added to chapter 21.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 62 A new section is added to chapter 21.35 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and Family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as welt as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, ❑r other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 63 A new section is added to chapter 23B.08 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 64 A new section is added to chapter 23B.19-RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall. be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered 30 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 31 domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law, Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 65 A new section is added to chapter 26.09 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 66 A new section is added to chapter 26.18 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. INEW SECTION. Sec. 67 A new section is added to chapter 26.26 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SE I N. Sec. 68 A new section is added to chapter 26.27 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 69 A new section is added to chapter 26.28 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, Or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec, 70 A new section is added to chapter 26.33 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 71 RCW 26.60.040 and 2007 c 156 s 5 are each amended to read as follows: (1)Two persons desiring to become state registered domestic partners who meet the requirements of RCW 26.60.030 may register their domestic partnership by filing a declaration of state registered domestic partnership with the secretary and paying the filing fee established pursuant to subsection (4) of this section.The declaration must be signed by both parties and notarized. (2) Upon receipt of a signed, notarized declaration and the filing fee, the secretary shall register the declaration and provide a certificate of state registered domestic partnership to each party named on the declaration. (3)The secretary shall permanently maintain a record of each declaration of state registered domestic partnership filed with the secretary. he secreta has the authority to update the records to r fl ct chan as in the status of a. s-tate registered domestic artnershin. such as a cane of addrgssl name, dissolution, or death The secretary shall provide the state registrar of vital statistics with records of declarations of state registered domestic partnerships. (4)The secretary shall set by rule and collect a reasonable fee for filing the declaration, calculated to cover the secretary's costs, but not to exceed fifty dollars. Fees collected under this section are expressly designated for deposit in the secretary of state's revolving fund established under RCW 43,07.130. Sec. 72 RCW 26.60.090 and 2008 c 6 s 1101 are each amended to read as follows: A legal union of two persons of the same sex, other than a marriage, that was validly farmed in another jurisdiction, and that is substantially equivalent to a domestic partnership under this chapter, shall be recognized as a valid domestic partnership in this state and shall be treated the same as a domestic partnershiDrregistered in this state regardless of whether it bears the name domestic partnership. NEW SECTION_ Sec. 73 A new section is added to chapter 288.10 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 74 A new section is added to chapter 28B.15 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. The rules and time periods to establish residency that apply to spouses of Washington residents shall apply equally to state registered domestic partners of Washington residents. NEW SECTION. Sec. 75 A new section is added to chapter 2813.50 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriagq shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 76 A new section is added to chapter 30.22 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 77 A new section is added to chapter 31.12 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 78 A new section is added to chapter 35.21 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 79 A new section is added to chapter 35.54 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 80 A new section is added to chapter 35A.01 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral; and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 81 A new section is added to chapter 36.17 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter,'the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered 32 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 33 domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 82 A new section is added to chapter 36.88 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 83 A new section is added to chapter 38.42 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships, that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 84 A new section is added to chapter 38.52 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 85 A new section is added to chapter 41.04 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 86 A new section is added to chapter 41.06 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act; gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 87 A new section is added to chapter 41.16 RCW to "read as follows: For the purposes of this.chapter, the terms spouse, marriage; marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships'that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 88 RCW 41.16.010 and 2007 c 218 s 18 are each amended to read as follows: For the purpose of this chapter, unless clearly indicated by the context, words and phrases shall have the following meaning: (1) "Beneficiary" snail mean any person or persons designated by a firefighter in a writing filed with the board, and who shall be entitled to receive any benefits of a deceased firefighter under this chapter. (2) "Board" shall mean the municipal firefighters' pension board. (3) "Child or children" shall mean a child or children unmarried and under eighteen years of age. (4) "Contributions" shall mean and include all sums deducted from the salary of firefighters and paid into the fund as hereinafter provided. (5) "Disability" shall mean and include injuries or sickness sustained as a result of the performance of duty. (6) "Firefighter" shall mean any person regularly or temporarily, or as a substitute, employed and paid as a member of a fire department, who has passed a civil service examination for firefighter and who is actively employed as a firefighter; and shall include any "prior firefighter." (7) "Fire department" shall mean the regularly organized, full time, paid, and employed force of firefighters of the municipality. (8) "Fund" shall mean the firefighters' pension fund created herein. (9) "Municipality" shall mean every city and town having a regularly organized full time, paid, fire department employing firefighters. (10) "Perforlmance of duty" shall mean the performance of work and labor regularly required of firefighters and shall include services of an emergency nature rendered while,off regular duty, but shall not include time spent in traveling to work before answering roll call or traveling from work after dismissal at roll call. (11) "Prior firefighter" shall mean a firefighter who was actively employed as a firefighter of a -fire department prior to the first day of January, 1947, and who continues such. employment thereafter. (12) "Retired firefighter" shall mean and include a person employed as a firefighter and retired under the provisions of chapter 50, Laws of 1909, as amended. 03) "Widow or widower" means the surviving wife ((of)), husband, or state registered domestic partner of a retired firefighter who was retired on account of length of service and who was lawfully married to, or in a state registered domestic partnership with, such firefighter; and whenever that term is used with reference to the wife or former wife ((of)), husband or former husband, or current or former state registered dam_e_s_tc partner of a retired firefighter who was retired because of disability, it shall mean his or her lawfully married wife ((er% husband, or state registered domestic_ partner on the date he or she sustained the injury or contracted the illness that resulted in his or her disability, Said term shall not mean or include a surviving wife ((of)), husband, ❑r state_registered domestic partner who by process of law within one year prior to the retired firefighters death, collected or attempted to collect from him or her funds far the support of herself or himself or for his or her children. NEW SECTION. Sec. 89 A new section is added to chapter 41.18 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin; and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships: Sec. 90 RCW 41.18.010 and 2007 c 218 s 41 are each amended to read as follows: For the purpose of this chapter, unless clearly indicated otherwise by the context, words and phrases shall have the meaning hereinafter ascribed. (1) "Beneficiary" shall mean any person or persons designated by a firefighter in a writing filed with the board, and who shall be entitled to receive any benefits of a deceased firefighter under this chapter. (2) "Firefighter" means any person hereafter regularly or temporarily, or as a substitute newly employed and paid as a member of a fire department, who has passed a civil service examination for firefighters and "who is actively employed as a firefighter or, if provided by the municipality by appropriate local legislation, as a fire dispatcher: PROVIDED, Nothing in chapter 209, Laws of 1969 ex. secs. shall impair or permit the impairment of any vested pension rights of persons who are employed as fire dispatchers at the time chapter 209, Laws of 1969 ex. sess. takes effect; and any person heretofore regularly or temporarily, or as a substitute, employed and paid as a member of a fire department, and who has contributed under and been covered by the provisions Of chapter 41.16 RCW as now or hereafter amended and who has come under the provisions of this chapter, in accordance with RCW 41.18.170 and who is actively engaged as a firefighter or as a member of the fire department as a firefighter or fire dispatcher. (3) "Retired firefighter" means and includes a person employed as a firefighter and retired under the provisions of this chapter. (4) "Basic salary" means the basic monthly salary, including longevity pay, attached to the rank held by the retired firefighter at the date of his or her retirement, without regard to extra compensation which such firefighter may have received for special duties assignments not acquired through civil service examination: PR OVI DE D, That such basic salary shall not be deemed to exceed the salary of a battalion chief. (5) "Widow or widower" means the surviving spouse of a firefighter and shall include the surviving wife Qer)),- husband, or state re istered domestic partner of a firefighter, retired on account of length of service, who was lawfully married to r in a state re is ered domestic l2artnershipwith him or to her far a period of five years priorto the time of his or her retirement; and the surviving wife ((of)), husband_ or state registered domestic a� rtner of a firefighter, retired on account of disability, who was lawfully married to, or in a state registered domestic partnership with him or her at and prior to the time he or she sustained the injury or contracted the illness resulting in his or her disability.The word shall not mean the divorced wife or husband or former state registered domestic -partner of an active or retired firefighter. (6) "Child" or "children" means a firefighter's child'or children under the age of eighteen years, unmarried, and in the legal custody of such firefighter at the time of his death or her death. (7) "Earned interest" means and includes all annual increments to the firefighters' pension fund from income earned by investment of the fund.The earned interest payable to any firefighter when he or she leaves the service and accepts his or her contributions, shall be that portion of the total earned income of the fund which is directly attributable to each individual firefighter's contributions. Earnings of the fund for the preceding year attributable to individual contributions shall be allocated to individual firefighters' accounts as of January 1st of each year. (8) "Board" shall mean the municipal firefighters' pension board. (9) "Contributions" shall mean and include all sums deducted from the salary of firefighters and paid into the fund as hereinafter provided. (10) "Disability" shall mean and include injuries or sickness sustained by a firefighter. (11) "Fire department" shall mean the regularly organized', full time, paid, and employed force of firefighters of the municipality. (12) "Fund" shall have the same meaning as in RCW- 41.16.010 as now or hereafter amended. Such fund shall be created in the manner and be subject to the provisions specified in chapter 41.16 RCW as now or hereafter amended. (13) "Municipality" shall mean every city, town and fire protection district having a regularly organized full time, paid, fire department employing firefighters. (14) "Performance of duty" shall mean the performance of work or labor regularly required of firefighters and shall include services of an emergency nature normally rendered while off regular duty. NEW SECTION. Sec. 91 A new section is added to chapter 41.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted•as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered 34 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 35 domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 92 A new section is added to chapter 41.24 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 93 A new section is added to chapter 41.26 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 94 A new section is added to chapter 41.28 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 95 A new section is added to chapter 41.32 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 96 A new section is added to chapter 41.34 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 97 A new section is added to chapter 41.35 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 98 A new section is added to chapter 41.37 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 99 A new section is added to chapter 41.40 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 100 A new section is added to chapter 41.44 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 101 A new section is added to chapter 41.50 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 102 A new section is added to chapter 41.54 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 103 A new section is added to chapter 41.68 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 104 A new section is added to chapter 42.23 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next Of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 105 A new section is added to chapter 42.52 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 106 A new section is added to chapter 43.20B RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter; the terms.spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 107 A new section is added to chapter 43.43 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 108 A new section is added to chapter 43.56 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next .of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to'state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 109 A new section is added to 36 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 37 chapter 43,180 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal. law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. . NEW SECTION. Sec. 110 A new section is added to chapter 43.215 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to ba gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 111 A new section is added to chapter 43.235 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 112 A new section is added to chapter 46.04 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married• persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, 'and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec, 113 A new section is added to chapter 48.17 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not confiict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 114 A new section is added to chapter 48.18 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapier, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not confiict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION.. Sec. 115 A new section is added to chapter 48.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not confiict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. 'NEW SECTION, Sec. 116 A new section is added to chapter 46.21 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 117 A new section is added to chapter 48.21A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 118 A new section is added to chapter 48.22 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and' applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 119 A new section is added to chapter 48.23 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 120 A new section is added to chapter 48.24 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 121 A new section is added to chapter 48.25 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 122 A new section is added to chapter 48.29 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule; or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 123 A new section is added to chapter 48.30 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 124 A new section is added to chapter 48.41 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally, to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife, used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 125 A new section is added'to chapter 48.43 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals iri state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 126 A new section is added to chapter 48.44 RCW to read as.follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered 38 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 39 domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW. SECTION. Sec. 127 A new section is added to chapter 48.46 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 128 A new section is added to chapter 48.66 RCW to read as follows:, For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships, and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall.apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved., or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec: 129 A new section is added to chapter 48.76 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage. shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 130 A new section is added to chapter 49.12 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 131 A new section is added to chapter 49.48 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic -pa rtnerships.that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 132 A new section is added to chapter 49:74 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 133 A new section is added to chapter 49.77 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 134 A new section is added. to chapter 49.78 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 135 RCW 49.78.020 and 2006 c 59 s 2 are each amended to read as follows: Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter. (1) "Child" means a biological, adopted, or foster child, a stepchild, a legal ward, or a child of a person standing in loco parentis, who is: (a) Under eighteen years of age; or (b) eighteen years of age or older and incapable of self -care because of a mental or physical disability. (2) "Department" means the department of labor and industries. (3) "Director" means the director of the department. (4)(a) "Employee" means a person who has been employed: (i) For at least twelve months by the employer with respect to whom leave is requested under RCW 49.78.220; and (ii) for at least one thousand two hundred fifty hours of service with the employer during the previous twelve-month period. (b) "Employee" does not mean a person who is employed at a worksite at which the employer as defined in (a) of this subsection employs less than fifty employees if the total number of employees employed by that employer within seventy-five miles of that worksite is less than fifty. (5) "Employer" means: (a) Any person, firm, corporation, partnership, business trust, legal representative, or other business entity which engages in any business, industry, profession, or activity in this state and includes any unit of local government including, but not limited to, a county, city, town, municipal corporation, quasi -municipal corporation, or political subdivision, which employs fifty or more employees for each working day during each of twenty or more calendar workweeks in the current or preceding calendar year; (b) the state, state institutions, and state agencies; and (c) any unit of local government including, but not limited to, a county, city, town, municipal corporation, quasi -municipal corporation, or political subdivision. (6) "Employment benefits" means all benefits provided or made available to employees by an employer, including group life insurance, health insurance, disability insurance, sick leave, annual leave, educational benefits, and pensions except benefits that are provided by a practice or written policy of an employer or through an employee benefit plan as defined in 29 U.S.C. Sec. 1002(3). (7) "Family member" means a child, parent, ((or)) spouse - or state_ registered domestic partner of an employee. (8) "Health care provider" means: (a) A person licensed as a physician under chapter 18.71 RCW or an osteopathic physician and surgeon under chapter 18.57 RCW; (b) a person licensed as an advanced registered nurse practitioner under chapter 18.79 RCW; or (c) any other person determined by the director to be capable of providing health care services. (9) "Intermittent leave" is leave takeh in separate blocks of time due to a single qualifying reason. (10) "Leave for a family member's serious health condition" means leave as described in RCW 49.78.220(1)(c). (11) "Leave for the birth or placement of a child" means leave as described in RCW 49.78.220(1) (a) or (b). (12) "Leave for the employee's serious health condition" means leave as described in RCW 49.78.2200)(d). (13) "Parent" means the biological or adoptive parent of an employee or an individual who stood in loco parentis to an employee when the employee was a child. (14) "Period of incapacity" means an inability to work, attend school, or perform other regular daily activities because of the serious health condition, treatment of that condition or recovery from it, or subsequent treatment in connection with such inpatient care. (15) "Reduced leave schedule" means a leave schedule that reduces the usual number of hours per workweek, or hours per workday, of an employee. (16)(a) "Serious health condition" means an illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition that involves: (i) Inpatient care in a hospital, hospice, or residential medical care facility, including any period of incapacity; or (ii) Continuing treatment by a health care provider. A serious health condition involving continuing treatment by a health care provider includes any one or more of the following: (A) A period of incapacity of more than three consecutive calendar days, and any subsequent treatment or period of incapacity relating to the same condition, that also involves: (I)Treatment two or more times by a health care provider, by a nurse or physician's assistant under direct supervision of a health care provider, or by a provider of health care services under orders of, or on referral by, a health care provider; or - (II)Treatment by a health care provider on at least one occasion which results in a regimen of continuing treatment under the supervision of the health care provider; (B) Any period of incapacity due to pregnancy, or for prenatal care; (C) Any period of incapacity or treatment for such incapacity due to a chronic serious health condition. A chronic serious health condition is one which: (1) Requires periodic visits for treatment by a health care provider, or by a nurse or physician's assistant under direct supervision of a health care provider; (II) Continues over an extended period of time, including recurring episodes of a single underlying condition; and (III) May cause episodic rather than a continuing period of incapacity; (D) A period of incapacity which is permanent or long- term due to a condition for which treatment may not be effective.The employee or family member must be under the continuing supervision of, but need not be receiving active treatment by, a health care provider; or (E) Any period of absence to receive multiple treatments, including any period of recovery from the treatments, by a health care provider or by a provider of health care services under orders of, or.on referral by, a health care provider, either for restorative surgery after an accident or other injury, or for a condition that would likely result in a period of incapacity of more than three consecutive calendar days in the absence of medical intervention or treatment, such as cancer, severe arthritis, or kidney disease. (b)Treatment for purposes of (a) of this subsection includes, but is not limited to, examinations to determine if a serious health condition exists and evaluations of the condition. Treatment does not include routine physical examinations, eye examinations, or dental examinations. Under (a)(ii)(A)(II) of this subsection, a regimen of continuing treatment includes, but is not limited to, a course of prescription medication or therapy requiring special equipment to resolve or alleviate the health condition. A regimen of continuing treatment that includes taking over- the-counter medications, such as aspirin, antihistamines, or salves, or bed -rest, drinking fluids, exercise, and other similar activities that can be initiated without a visit to a health care provider, is not, by itself, sufficient to constitute a regimen of continuing treatment for purposes of this chapter. (c) Conditions for which cosmetic treatments are administered are not "serious health conditions" unless inpatient hospital care is required or unless complications develop. Unless complications arise, the common cold, the flu, ear aches, upset stomach, minor ulcers, headaches other than migraine, routine dental or orthodontia problems, and periodontal disease are examples of conditions that do not meet the definition of a "serious health condition" and do not qualify for leave under this chapter. Restorative dental or plastic surgery after an injury or removal of cancerous growths are serious health conditions provided all the other 40 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 41 conditions of this section are met. Mental iOness resulting from stress or allergies may be serious health conditions provided all the other conditions of this section are met. (d) Substance abuse may be a serious health condition if the conditions of this section are met. However, leave may only be taken for treatment for substance abuse by a health care provider or by a provider of health care services upon referral by a health care provider. Absence from work because of the employee's use of the substance, rather than for treatment, does not qualify for leave under this chapter. (e) Absences attributable to incapacity under (a)(ii)(13) or (C) of this subsection qualify for leave under this chapter even though the employee or the immediate family member does not receive treatment from a health care provider during the absence, and even if the absence does not last more than three days. (17) "Spouse" means a husband or wife, as the case may be, or st toe registered domestii;_partner. NEW SECTION. Sec. 136 A new section is added to chapter 49.86 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretat"son does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 137 A new section is added to chapter 50.04 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships., NEW SECTION. Sec. 138 A new section is added to chapter 51.08 RCW to read as follows: Far the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, ',or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, role, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTIOI�f. Sec. 139 A new section is added to chapter 59.18 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 140 A new section is added to chapter 59.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 141 A new section is added to chapter 59.21 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as Husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 142 A new section is added to chapter 59.22 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 143 A new section is added to chapter 62A.1 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 144 A new section is added to chapter 65.12 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 145 RCW 65.12.035 and 1907 c 250 s 7 are each amended to read as follows: The form of application may, with appropriate changes, be substantially as follows: FORM OF APPLICATION FOR INITIAL REGISTRATION OF TITLETO LAND State of Washington County of ...........I In the,superior court of the state of Washington in and for ... ... county. In the matter of the application of ......... to register the title to the land hereinafter described } PETITION To the Honorable ....... judge of said court: I hereby make application to have registered the title to the land hereinafter described, and do solemnly swear that the answers to the questions herewith, and the statements herein contained, are true to the best of my knowledge, information and belief. First. Name of applicant, ....... age, .... years. Residence, ........... (number and street, if any). Married to or in a state registered domestic_parm Wip with ..... (name of husband Qer)), wife orstate registered domestic partner). Second. Applications made by ....... acting as ...... ..... (owner, agent or attorney). Residence, .......... . (number, street). Third. Description bf real estate is as follows:.......... . estate or interest therein is ...... and ...... subject to homestead. Fourth.The land is ...... occupied by ........... (names of occupants), whose address is ........... (number street and town or city).The estate, interest or claim ofoccupant is ........................................ Fifth. Liens and incumbrances on the land ...... Name of holder or owner thereof is ...... Whose post office address is ........... Amount of claim, $.... Recorded, Book. . . page. . . ., of the records of said county. Sixth. Other persons, firm or corporation having or claiming any estate, interest or claim in law or equity, in possession, remainder, reversion or expectancy in said land are ...... whose addresses are ....... , ... respectively. Character of estate, interest or claim is ................... Seventh. Other facts connected with said land and appropriate to be considered in this registration proceeding are................................................. Eighth. Therefore, the applicant prays this honorable court to find or declare the title or interest of the applicant in said land and decree the same, and order the registrar of titles to register the same and to grant such other and further relief as may be proper in the premises. (Applicant's signature) By ....... agent, attorney,_ administrator or guardian. Subscribed and sworn to before me this .... day of ....... A.D. 19.. . Notary Public in and for the state of Washington, residing at...... NEW SECTION. Sec. 146 A new section is added to chapter 66.24 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships.or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 147 A new section is added to chapter 67.70 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 148 A new section is added to chapter 68.04 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 149 A new section is added to chapter 70.02 RCW to read as follows: 42 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum -Measure 71 43 For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals to state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 150 A new section is added to chapter 70.24 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 151 A new section is added to chapter 70.47 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 152 A new section is added to chapter 70.47A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife Used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 153 A new section is added to chapter 70.58 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law, Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. - NEW SECTION. Sec. 154 A new section is added to chapter 70.122 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as welt as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 155 A new section is added to chapter 70.128 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted -as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not'conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed , to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 156 A new section is added to chapter 70.190 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 157 A new section is added to chapter 71.05 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 158 RCW 71.05.425 and 2008 c 213 s 10 are each amended to read as follows: (1)(a) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, at the earliest possible date, and in no event later than thirty days before conditional release, final release, authorized leave under RCW 71,05.325(2), or transfer to a facility other than a state mental hospital, the superintendent shall send written notice of conditional release, release, authorized leave, or transfer of a person committed under RCW 71.05.280(3) or 71.05.320(3)(c) following dismissal of a sex, violent, or felony harassment offense pursuant to RCW 10.77086(4) to the following: (i)The chief of police of the city, if any, in which the person will reside; and (ii)The sheriff of the county in which the person will reside. (b)The same notice as required by (a) of this subsection shall be sent to the following, if such notice has been requested in writing about a specific person committed under RCW 71.05180(3) or 71.05.320i3)(c) following dismissal of a sex, violent, or felony harassment offense pursuant to RCW 10.77.086(4): (i)The victim of the sex, violent, or felony harassment offense that was dismissed pursuant to RCW 10.77.086(4) preceding commitment under RCW 71.05.280(3) or 71,05.320(3)(c) or the victim's next of kin if the crime was a homicide; (ii) Any witnesses who testified against the person in any court proceedings; and (iii) Any person specified in writing by the prosecuting attorney. Information regarding victims, next of kin, or witnesses requesting the notice, information regarding any other person specified in writing by the prosecuting attorney to receive the notice, and the notice are confidential and shall not be available to the person committed under this chapter. (c)The thirty -day notice requirements contained in this subsection shall not apply to emergency medical transfers. (d)The existence of the notice requirements in this subsection will not require any extension of the release date in the event the release plan changes after notification. (2) if a person committed under RCW 71.05.280(3) or 71.05.320(3)(c) following dismissal of a sex, violent, or felony harassment offense pursuant to RCW 10.77.086(4) escapes, the superintendent shall immediately notify, by the most reasonable and expedient means available, the chief of police of the city and the sheriff of the county in which the person resided immediately before the person's arrest. If previously requested, the superintendent shall also notify the witnesses and the victim of the sex, violent, or felony harassment offense that was dismissed pursuant to RCW 10.77.086(4) preceding commitment under RCW 71.05.280(3) or 71.05.320(3) or the victim's next of kin if the crime was a homicide. In addition, the secretary shall also notify appropriate parties pursuant to RCW 71.05.390(18). If the person is recaptured, the superintendent shall send notice to the persons designated in this subsection as soon as possible but in no event later than two working days after the department learns of such recapture. (3) If the victim, the victim's next of kin, or any witness is under the age of sixteen, the notice required by this section shall be sent to the parent or legal guardian of the child. (4)The superintendent shall send the notices required by this chapter to the last address provided to the department by the requesting party. The requesting party shall furnish the department with a current address. (5) For purposes of this section the following terms have the following meanings: (a) "Violent offense" means a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030; (b) "Sex offense" means a sex offense under RCW 9.94A.030; (c) "Next of kin" means a person's spouse, state registered domestic partner, parents, siblings, and children; (d) "Felony harassment offense" means a crime of harassment as defined in RCW 9A.46.060 that is a felony. NEW SECTION. Sec. 159 A new section is added to chapter 71.09 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have'been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 160 A new section is added to chapter 71.12 8CW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms douse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other )aw shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 161 A new section is added to chapter 71.32 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 162 A new section is added to chapter 71A.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does 44 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 45 .0 not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 163 A new section is added to chapter 72.01 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to 'individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEWSE TION. Sec. 164 A new section is added to chapter 72.09 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with €ederaI law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 165 RCW 72.09.015 and 2008 c 231 s 47 are each amended to read as follows: The definitions in this section apply throughout this chapter. (1) "Adult basic education' means education or instruction designed to achieve general competence of skills in reading, writing, and oral communication, including English as a second language and preparation and testing services for obtaining a high school diploma or a general equivalency diploma. (2) "Base level of correctional services" means the minimum level of field services the department of corrections is required by statute to provide for the supervision and monitoring of offenders. (3) "Community custody" has the same meaning as that provided in RCW 9.94A.030 and also includes community placement and community supervision as defined in RCW 9.94B.020. (4) "Contraband" means any object or communication the secretary determines shall not be allowed to be: (a) Brought into; (b) possessed while on the grounds of; or (c) sent from any institution under the control of the secretary. (5) "County" means a county or combination of counties. (6) "Department" means the department of corrections. 17) "Earned early release" means earned release as authorized by RCW 9.94A.728. (8) "Evidence -based" means a program or practice that has had multiple -site random controlled trials across. heterogeneous populations demonstrating that the program or practice is effective in reducing recidivism for the population. (9) "Extended family visit" means an authorized visit between an inmate and a member of his or her immediate family that occurs in a private visiting unit located at the correctional facility where the inmate is confined. (10) "Good conduct" means compliance with department rules and policies. (11) "Good performance" means successful completion of a program required by the department, including an education, work, or other program. (12) "Immediate family" means the inmate's children, stepchildren, grandchildren, great grandchildren, parents, stepparents, grandparents, great grandparents, siblings, and a person legally married to grin a_state registered domg5tic partnership with an inmate. "Immediate family" does not include an inmate adopted by another inmate or the immediate family of the adopted or adopting inmate. (13) "Indigent inmate" "indigent;' and "indigency" mean an inmate who has less than a ten -dollar balance of disposable income in his or her institutional account on the day a request is made to utilize funds and during the thirty days previous to the request. (14) "Individual reentry plan" means the plan to prepare an offender for release into the community. It should be developed collaboratively between the department and the offender and based on an assessment of the offender using a standardized and comprehensive tool to identify the offender's risks and needs.The individual reentry plan describes actions that should occur to prepare individual offenders for release from prison or jail, specifies the supervision and services they will experience in the community, and describes an offender's eventual discharge to aftercare upon successful completion of supervision. An. individual reentry plan is updated throughout the period of an offender's incarceration and supervision to be relevant to the offender's current needs and risks. (15) "Inmate" means a person committed to the custody of the department, including but not limited to persons residing in a correctional institution or facility and persons released from such facility on furlough, work release, or community custody, and persons received from another state, state agency, county, or federal jurisdiction. (16) "Privilege" means any goods or services, education or work programs, or earned early release days, the receipt of which are directly linked to an inmate's (a) good conduct; and (b) good performance. Privileges do not include any goods or services the department is required to provide under the state or federal Constitution or under state or federal law. (17) "Promising practice" means, a practice that presents, based on preliminary information, potential for becoming a research -based or consensus -based practice. (18) "Research -based" means a program or practice that has some research demonstrating effectiveness, but that does not yet meet the standard of evidence -based practices. (19) "Secretary" means the secretary of corrections or his or her designee. (20) "Significant expansion" includes any expansion into a . new product fine or service to the class I business that results from an increase in benefits provided by the department, including a decrease in labor costs, rent, or utility rates (for water, sewer, electricity, and disposal), an increase in work program space, tax advantages, or other overhead costs. (2 1) "Superintendent means the superintendent of a correctional facility under the jurisdiction of the Washington state department of corrections, or his or her designee. (22) "Unfair competition" means any net competitive advantage that a business may acquire as a result of a correctional industries contract, including labor costs, rent, tax advantages, utility rates (water, sewer, electricity, and disposal), and other overhead costs.To determine net competitive advantage, the correctional industries board shall review and quantify any expenses unique to operating a for -profit business inside a prison. (23) "Vocational training" or "vocational education" means "vocational education" as defined in RCW 72.62.020. (24) "Washington business" means an in -state manufacturer or service provider subject to chapter 82.04 RCW existing on June 10, 2004. (25) "Work programs" means all classes of correctional industries jobs authorized under RCW 72.09.100. Sec. 166 RCW 72.09.712 and 2008 c 231 s 27 are each amended to read as follows: (1) At the earliest possible date, and in no event later than thirty days before release except in the event of escape or emergency furloughs as defined in RCW 72.66.010, the department of corrections shall send written notice of parole, release, community custody, work release placement, furlough, or escape about a specific inmate convicted of a violent offense, a sex offense as defined by RCW 9.94A.030, or a felony harassment offense as defined by RCW 9A.46.060 or 9A.46.110, to the following: (a)The chief of police of the city, if any, in which the inmate will -reside or in which placement will be made in a work release program; and (b)The sheriff of the county in which the inmate will reside or in which placement will be made in a work release program. The sheriff of the county where the offender was convicted shall be notified if the department does not know Where the offender will reside. The department shall notify the state patrol of the release of all sex offenders, and that information shall be placed in the Washington crime information center for dissemination to all law enforcement. (2)The same notice as required by subsection (1) of this section shall be sent to the following if such notice has been requested in writing about a specific inmate convicted of a violent offense, a sex offense as defined by RCW 9.94A.030, or a felony harassment offense as defined by RCW 9A.46.060 or 9A.46.110: (a)The victim of the crime for which the inmate was convicted or the victim's next of kin if the crime was a homicide; (b) Any witnesses who testified against the inmate in any court proceedings involving the violent offense; (c) Any person specified in -writing by the prosecuting attorney; and (d) Any person who requests such notice about a specific inmate convicted of a sex offense as defined by RCW 9.94A.030 from the department of corrections at least sixty days prior to the expected release date of the offender. Information regarding victims, next of kin, or witnesses requesting the notice, information regarding any other person specified in writing by the prosecuting attorney to receive the notice, and the notice are confidential and shall not be available to the inmate. Whenever the department of corrections mails notice pursuant to this subsection and the notice is returned as undeliverable, the department shall attempt alternative methods of notification, including a telephone call to the person's last known telephone number. (3)The existence of the notice requirements contained in subsections (1) and (2) of this section shall not require an extension of the release date in the event that the release plan changes after notification. (4) If an inmate convicted of a violent offense, a sex offense as defined by RCW 9.94A.030, or a felony harassment offense as defined by RCW 9A.46.060 or 9A.46.110, escapes from a correctional facility, the department of corrections shall 'immediately notify, by the most reasonable and expedient means available, the chief of police of the city and the sheriff of the county in which the inmate resided immediately before the inmate's arrest and conviction. if previously requested, the department shall also notify the witnesses and the victim of the crime for which the inmate was convicted or the victim's next of kin if the crime was a homicide. If the inmate is recaptured, the department shall send notice to the persons designated in this subsection as -, soon as possible but in no event later than two working days after the department learns of such recapture. (5) If the victim, the victim's next of kin, or any witness is under the age of sixteen, the notice required by this section shall be sent to the parents or legal guardian of the child. (6)The department of corrections shall send the notices required by this chapter to the last address provided to the department by the requesting party.The requesting party shall furnish the department with a current address. (7)The department of corrections shall keep, for a minimum of two years following the release of an inmate, the following: (a) A document signed'by an individual as proof that that person is registered in the victim or witness notification program; and (b) A receipt showing that an individual registered in the victim or witness notification program was mailed a notice, at the individual's last known address, upon the release or movement of an inmate. (8) For purposes of this section the following terms have the following meanings: (a) "Violent offense" means a violent offense under RCW 9.94A.030; (b) "Next of kin" means a person's spouse, is ate, registered domparents, siblings and children. (9) Nothing in this section shall impose any liability upon . a chief of police of a city or sheriff of a county for failin to request in writing a notice as provided in subsection (1� of this section. NEW SECTION. Sec. 167 A new section is added to chapter 72.23 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 168 A new section is added to chapter 72.36 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state 46 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 47 registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 169 RCW 72.36,115 and 2007 c 43 s 2 are each amended to read as follows: (1)The department shall establish and maintain in this state an eastern Washington state veterans' cemetery. (2) All honorably discharged veterans, as defined by RCW 41.04.007, and their spouses or -state registered domestic partners are eligible far interment in the eastern Washington state veterans' cemetery. (3)The department shall collect all federal veterans' burial benefits and other available state or county resources. (4)The department shall adopt rules defining the services available, eligibility, fees, and the general operations associated with the eastern Washington state veterans' cemetery. NEW SECTION. Sec. 170 A new section is added to chapter 72.64 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec.'171 A new section is added to chapter 72.66 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, Or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 112 A new section is added to chapter 73.16 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other taw shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. . NEW SFCTIONSec. 173 A new section is added to chapter 74.04 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federai law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 174 A new section is added to chapter 74.08A RCW to read as follows:' For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 175 A new section is added to chapter 74.09 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invaiidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 176 A new section is added to chapter 74.09A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 177 A new section is added to chapter 74.13 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Nothing in this act shall be construed as creating or requiring the creation of any medical assistance program, as that term is defined in RCW 74.09,010, for state registered domestic partners that is analogous to federal medical assistance programs extended to married persons. NEW SECTION: Sec. 178 A new section is added to chapter 74.15 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict With federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Nothing in this act shall be construed as creating or requiring the creation of any medical assistance program, as that term is defined in RCW 74.09.010, for state registered domestic partners that is analogous to federal medical assistance programs extended to married persons. NEW SECTION. Sec. 179 A new section is added to chapter 74.20 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin,, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 180 A new section is added to chapter 74.20A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and €amity shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 181 A new section is added to chapter 74.34 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital• relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 182 A new section is added to chapter 74.41 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissoived, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 183 A new section is added to chapter 77.08 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 184 RCW 77.36.010 and 1996 c 54 s 2 are each amended to read as follows: Unless otherwise specified, the following definitions apply throughout this chapter: (1) "Crop" means a commercially raised horticultural and/ or agricultural product and includes growing or harvested product but does not include livestock. For the purposes of this chapter all parts of horticultural trees shall be considered a crop and shall be eligible for claims. (2) "Emergency" means an unforeseen circumstance beyond the control of the landowner or tenant that presents a real and immediate threat to crops, domestic animals, or fowl. (3) "Immediate family member" means spouse, state registers domestic partner, brother, sister, grandparent, parent, child, or grandchild. NEW SECTION. Sec. 185 A new section is added to chapter 79A,05 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed 48 Referendum Measure 71 Referendum Measure 71 49 to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships., NEW SECTION. Sec. 186 A new section is added to chapter 80.28 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW jECTION. Sec. 187 A new'section is added to chapter 81.28 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall.be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION, Sec. 188 A new section is added to chapter 81.80 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 189 A new section is added to chapter 82.08 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 190 A new section is added to chapter 83.100 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender- specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 191 RCW 83.100.046 and 2005 c 514 s 1201 are each amended to read as follows: (1) For the purposes of determining the Washington taxable estate, a deduction is allowed from the federal taxable estate for: (a)The value of qualified real property reduced by any amounts allowable as a deduction in respect of the qualified real property and tangible personal property under section 2053(a)(4) of the internal revenue code, if the decedent was at the time of his or her death a citizen or resident of the United States. (b)The value of any tangible personal property used by the decedent or a member of the decedent's family for a qualified use on the date of the decedent's death, reduced by any amounts allowable as a deduction in respect of the tangible personal properly under section 2053(a)(4) of the internal revenue code, if all of the requirements of subsection (10)(f)(OW of this section are met and the decedent was at the time of his or her death a citizen or resident of the United States. (c)The value of real property that is not deductible under (a) of this subsection solely by reason of subsection (10) (f)(i)(S) of this section, reduced by any amounts allowable as a deduction in respect of the qualified real property and tangible personal property under section 2053(a)(4) of the internal revenue code, if the requirements of subsection (10) (f)(i)(C) of this section are met with respect to the property and the decedent was at the time of his or her death a citizen or resident of the United States. (2) Property shall be considered to have been acquired from or to have passed from the decedent if: (a)The.' property is so considered under section 1014(b) of the Internal Revenue Code; or (b)The property is acquired by any person from the estate; (c)The property is acquired by any person from a trust, to the extent the property is includible in the gross estate of the decedent, (3) If the decedent and the decedent's surviving spouse at any time held qualified real property as community property, the interest of the surviving spouse in the property shall be taken into account under this section to the extent necessary to provide a result under this section with respect to the property which is consistent with the result which would have obtained under this section if the property had not been community property, (4) In the case of any qualified woodland, the value of trees growing on the woodland may be. deducted if otherwise qualified under this section. (5) If property is qualified real property with respect to a decedent, hereinafter in this subsection referred to as the "first decedent," and the property was acquired from or passed from the €irst decedent to the surviving spouse of the first decedent, active management of the farm by the surviving spouse shall be treated as material participation by the surviving spouse in the operation of the farm. (6) Property owned indirectly by the decedent may qualify for a deduction under this section if owned through an interest in a corporation, partnership, or trust as the terms corporation, partnership, or trust are used in section 2032A(g) of the Internal Revenue Code. In order to qualify for a deduction under this subsection, the interest, in addition to meeting the other tests for qualification under this section, must qualify under section 6166(b)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code as an interest in a closely held business on the date of the decedent's death and for sufficient other time, combined with periods of direct ownership, to equal at least five years of the eight -year period preceding the death: (7)(a) If, on the date of the decedent's death, the requirements of subsection (10)(f)(i)(C)(I1) of this section with respect to the decedent for any property are not met, and the decedent G) was receiving old age benefits underTitle lI of the social security act for a continuous period ending on such date, or 00 was disabled for a continuous period ending on this date, then subsection (10)(f)(i)(C)(il) of this section shall be applied with respect to the property by substituting "the date on which the longer of such continuous periods beg for "the date of the decedent's death" in subsection (10)�f)(i) (C) of this section. (b) For the purposes of (a) of this subsection, an individual shall be disabled if the individual has a mental or physical impairment which renders that individual unable to materially participate in the operation of the farm. (8) Property may be deducted under this section whether or not special valuation is elected under section 2032A of the Internal Revenue Code on the federal return. Forthe purposes of determining the deduction under this section, the value of property is its value as used to determine the value of the gross estate. (9)(a) In the case of any qualified replacement property, any period during which there was ownership, qualified use, or material participation with respect to the replaced property by the decedent or any member of the decedent's family shall be treated as a period during which there was ownership, use, or material participation, as the case may be, with respect to the qualified replacement property. (b) Subsection (9)(a) of this section shall not apply to the extent that the fair market value of the qualified replacement property, as of the date of its acquisition, exceeds the fair market value of the replaced property, as of the date of its disposition. (c) For the purposes of this subsection (9), the following definitions apply: (i) "Qualified replacement property" means any real property: (A) Which is acquired in an exchange which qualifies under section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code; or (B)The acquisition of which results in the nonrecognition of gain under section 1033 of the Internal Revenue Code. The term "qualified replacement property" only includes property which is used for the same qualified use as the replaced property was being used before the exchange. (ii) "Replaced property" means the property was: (A)Transferred in the exchange which qualifies under section 1031 of the Internal Revenue Code; or (B) Compulsorily or involuntarily converted within the meaning of section 1033 of the Internal Revenue Code. (10) For the purposes of this section, the following definitions apply: (a) "Active management" means the making of the management decisions of.a farm, other than the daily operating decisions. (h) "Farm" includes stock, dairy, poultry, fruit, forbearing animal, and truck.farms; plantations; ranches; nurseries; ranges; greenhouses or other similar structures used primarily for the raising of agricultural or horticultural commodities; and orchards and woodlands. (c) "Farming purposes" means: (i) Cultivating the soil or raising or harvesting any agricultural or horticultural commodity, including the raising, shearing, feeding, caring for, training, and management .of animals on a farm; (ii) Handling, drying, packing, grading, or storing on a farm any agricultural or horticultural commodity in its unmanufactured state, but only if the owner, tenant, or operator of the farm regularly produces more than one-half of the commodity so treated; and (iii)(A)The planting, cultivating, caring for, or cutting of trees; or (B)The preparation, other than milling, of trees for market. (d) "Member of the -family" means, with respect to any individual, only: (i) An ancestor of the individual; (ii)The spouse or state registered domestic ap rtner of the individual; (iii) A lineal descendant of the individual, of the individual's spouse or state registered domestic ap rtner, or of a parent of the individual; or (iv)The spouse or state re istered domestic partner of any lineal descendant described in (d)(iii) of this subsection. For the purposes of this subsection (10)(d), a legally adopted child of an individual shall be treated as the child of such individual by blood. (e) "Qualified heir" means, with respect to any property, a member of the decedent's family who acquired property, or to whom property passed, from the decedent. (f)(i) "Qualified real property" means real property which was acquired from or passed from the decedent to a qualified heir of the decedent and which, on the date of the decedent's death, was being used for a qualified use by the decedent or a member of the decedent's family, but only if: (A) Fifty percent or more of the adjusted value of the gross estate consists of the adjusted value of real or personal property which: (1) On the date of the decedent's death, was being used, for a qualified use by the decedent or a member of the decedent's family; and (II) Was acquired from or passed from the decedent to a qualified heir of the decedent; (B)Twenty-five percent or more of the adjusted value of the gross estate consists of the adjusted value of real property which meets the requirements of (f)(i)(A)(ll) and (f)(i) (C) of this subsection; and (C) During the eight -year period ending on the date of the decedent's death there have been periods aggregating five years or more during which: (I)The real property was owned by the decedent or a member of the decedent's family and used for a qualified use by the decedent or a member of the decedent's family; and (10There was material participation by the decedent or a member of the decedent's family in the operation of the farm. For the purposes of this subsection (f)(i)(C)(11), material participation shall be determined in a manner similar to the manner used for purposes of section 1402(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code. (ii) For the purposes of this subsection, the term "adjusted value" means: (A) In the case of the gross estate, the value of the gross estate, determined without regard to any special valuation under section 2032A of the Internal Revenue Code, reduced by any amounts allowable as a deduction under section 50 Referendum Measure 71 2053(a)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code; or (8) In the case of any real or personal property, the value of the property for purposes of chapter 11 of the Internal Revenue Code, determined without regard to any special valuation under section 2032A of the Internal Revenue Code, reduced by any amounts allowable as a deduction in respect of such property under section 2053(a)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code. (g) "Qualified use" means the property is used as a farm for farming purposes. In the case of real property which meets the requirements of (f)(i)(C) of this subsection, residential buildings and related improvements on the real property occupied on a regular basis by the owner or lessee of the real property or by persons employed by the owner ❑r lessee for the purpose of operating or maintaining the real property, and roads, buildings, and other structures and improvements functionally related to the qualified use shall be treated as real property devoted to the qualified use. For tangible personal property eligible for a deduction under subsection (1)(b) of this section, "qualified use" means the property is used primarily for farming purposes on a farm. (h) "Qualified woodland" means any real property which: (i) Is used in timber operations; and (ii) Is an identifiable area of land such as an acre or other area for which records are normally maintained in conducting timber operations. (i) "Timber operations" means: (i)The planting, cultivating, caring for, or cutting of trees; or (ii)The preparation, other than milling, of trees for market. Sec. 192 RCW 83.100.047 and 2005 c 516 s 13 are each amended to read as follows: (1)(a) If the federal taxable estate on the federal return is determined by making an election under section 2056 or 2056A of the Internal Revenue Code, or if no federal return is required to be filed, the department may provide by rule for a separate election on the Washington return, consistent with section 2056 or 2056A of the Internal Revenue Code and (b) of this subsection, for the purpose of determining the amount of tax due under this chapter. The election shall be binding on the estate and the beneficiaries, consistent with"the Internal Revenue Code: and b of this subsection. All other elections or valuations on the Washington return shall be made in a manner consistent with the federal return, if a federal return is required, and such rules as the department 'may provide. (2) Amounts deducted for federal income tax purposes under section 642(g) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986((7)) shall not be allowed as deductions in computing the amount of tax due under this chapter. NEW SECTION. Sec. 193 A new section is added to chapter 83.110A RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital . relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and.applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 194 A new section is added to chapter 84.04 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this title, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. Sec. 195 RCW 84.04.050 and 1961 c 15 s 84.04.050 are each amended to read as follows: "Householder" shall be taken to mean and include every person, marriedin a state registered domestic oartnershi,. or single, who resides within the state of Washington being the owner or holder of an estate or having a house or place of abode, either as owner or lessee. NEW SECTION. Sec. 196 A new section is added to chapter 85.38 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state regis#ered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 197 A new section is added to chapter 87.03 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to 'state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 198 A new section is added to chapter 89.12 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shalt apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law shall be construed to be gender neutral, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 199 A new section is added to chapter 91.08 RCW to read as follows: For the purposes of this chapter, the terms spouse, marriage, marital, husband, wife, widow, widower, next of kin, and family shall be interpreted as applying equally to state registered domestic partnerships or individuals in state registered domestic partnerships as well as to marital relationships and married persons, and references to dissolution of marriage shall apply equally to state registered domestic partnerships that have been terminated, dissolved, or invalidated, to the extent that such interpretation does not conflict with federal law. Where necessary to implement this act, gender -specific terms such as husband and wife used in any statute, rule, or other law snail be construed to be gender neutraf, and applicable to individuals in state registered domestic partnerships. NEW SECTION. Sec. 200 The following acts or parts of acts are each repealed: . (1) RCW 26.60.050 (Termination -- Records -- Fees) and 2008 c 6 s 1002 & 2007 c 156 s 6; and (2) RCW 26.60.055 (Termination) and 2008 c 6 s 1001. NEW SECTION. Sec. 201 (1) Sections 5 through 8, 79, 87 through 103, 107, 151, 173 through 175, and 190 through 192 of this act take effect January 1, 2014. (2) Sections 165 and 166 of this act take effect August 1, 2009. Voters' Pamphlet Art Contest Students in grades 4-5 are invited to enter the Voters' Pamphlet Art Contest. Submit your original art by April 16, 2010. The.winning art will appear in the 2010 General Election Voters' Pamphlet. .51 For information and complete contest rules, visit www.vote.wa.gov and click on "Just 4 YOU." Referendum Measure 71 51 Make your voice heard Answer the Census The U.S. Constitution requires a population count every 10 years, a kind of national snapshot of who we are as a nation. The Census Bureau hopes for 100 percent participation in Washington State when the Census is conducted next spring. Questionnaires will be mailed in March. Why bother? The updatpd information is very important. It is used to distribute more than $300 billion in federal funds fairly every year to plan for new hospitals, schools and other vital services. It also helps a bipartisan citizen redistricting commission draw new equal -sized legislative and congressional districts that reflect the population growth and shifts over the past decade. You'll be asked to complete a questionnaire with a few basic facts about the people in your household. It's safe, easy, and confidential. Remember, everyone counts. Ge r]riitedStam- n sus 10 aw I T' IN OUR HANDS 4% 53 A Century of Women Voting 1910-2010 Women's Suffrage Museum Exhibit Women's Votes, Women's Voices Visit the Washington Women's Suffrage Centennial Exhibit, organized by the Washington S-.Ate Historical Society and the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture.The exhibit provides interactive and in-depth information about the history of women ,voters in Washington, and will be exhibited through 2011 at the following venues. Now - January 10, 2010 Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center February 11, 2010 - June 20, 2010 Yakima Valley Museum July 17, 2010 - October 3, 2010 Museum of -History and Industry, Seattle October 30, 2010 - June 26, 2011 Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, Spokane For more information about Women's Suffrage in Washington State, visit the Washington Women's History Consortium at www.washingtonwdmensh!story.org . 00 ,Zt 00 A Call for o Women's Rights °O The first U.S. women's rights convention is held at Seneca Falls, NewYork Lucretia Mott, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and others officially call for women's right to vote (also called "suffrage"). First Votes Cast 00 00 A group of south Thurston County women decide to test their rights as citizens and successfully vote in a local election. Voting Rights C" Granted °O The Washington Territorial Legislature approves- women's right to vote. —Rev. Mark Matthews Washington Becomes a State Washington is admitted to the Union oh November 11.The state Constitution maintains that women can vote in school elections. Women putting up posters in the 1910 Washington suffrage campaign. (Photo provided by the Washington State Historical Society, www.washingtonhistory.org) 0 Women Win the Vote 0 Washington's male voters approve women's suffrage by constitutional amendment, paving the way for many Western states that soon followed. Women Legislators c Top in Nation N Washington is top ranked nationally for percentage of women legislators for 12 consecutive years. Noted Territorial era suffragist, Mary Olney Brown. She and her sister, Emily Olney French, organized the 1870 vote in Thurston County. (Photo provided by the Washington State Historical Society, www.washingtonhistory.org) Emma Smith DeVoe, suffrage campaign leader. (Photo provided courtesy of the Tacoma Public Library, #TPL- 8717 www.tpl.lib.wa.us) May Arkwright Hutton, suffrage campaign leader. (Photo provided by. the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture/EWSHS, Spokane, www. northwestmuseum.org) Washington Suffragists Receive Medal of Merit Emma Smith DeVoe and May Arkwright Hutton are posthumously awarded the Washington State Medal of Merit. ,s; Suffrage Fails ^ Women Vote in o Suffrage 00 Male Voters N U.S. Women Win c Top Three are 0 in Territorial 0 School Elections °O Overturned Reiect Women's r' Right to Vote N Women N Legislature The Legislature Women's suffrage Right to Vote The 19th Washington Women's suffrage specifies that all ` is overturned Voters reject Amendment becomes the is regularly taxpaying resident by'theTerritorial a suffrage to the U.S. only state proposed in the citizens, male or Supreme Court. amendment Constitution with woman Legislature, but female, can cast passed by the grants women Governor and fails to pass. ballots in school Legislature in the right to vote two women district contests. i 1897 nationally. U.S. Senators. Washington Celebrates 100 Years of Women Voting 54 55 s Will you be ready to vote for real? Take this quiz to see if you know the basics about voting. 1 How do we pick our political leaders in the united States? A. We draw straws. B. Duck, duck, goose. C. Vote. 2 Why is voting important? A. It is my right. B. It is my responsibility. C. It is how I make my voice heard. 3 What do you need to do in order to vote? A. Register. B. Ask for permission. C. Buy the forms. 4 How old do you need to be in order to vote? A. 16 B. 17 1/2 C. 18 5 When did women in Washington State gain the right to vote? A. 1883 B. 1910 C. 1920 ' 9 :S !0 :t, 'd :£ '0 pup '9 'V :Z :D :1 mamsuv Kids can vote in the 2009 Student Mock Election! It's easy! Vote online anytime the week of October 26 - 30. It's free! Go to www.vote.wa.gov and click on "Just 4 YOU" for more information and to vote. It's fast! See how other Washington students voted. Results are posted online after noon on Friday, October 30. 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How important is it that your school age children are the first and foremost concern of your school district directors? How important is your drinking water? Are local recreational activities important to you? It's been said that local elections are not as important as state and national elections. Local elections are critically important because they directly affect you, your family, and your livelihood. Take time to research what the candidates consider important. The vision you hold for your children, your neighborhood, and the recreational activities you enjoy may not be the same as a candidate's. Don't let your fate be a decision that a neighbor or relative makes. Be proactive and get to know the candidates that will be representing and affecting you and your family. Vote for your future. Sincerely, Shirley Forslof Whatcom County Auditor Participating- Jurisdictions: Accessible Voting Unit.............................................1 To Vote Your Ballot ....... ......................................... , . 2 SampleBallot ............. ............... ................ ............. 2-4 Where Can I Deposit My Ballot? ........................... 5 Voter Information .......... . ................ . ........................ 5 Candidates......................... ....,........................ .... _ 6-27 Port of Bellingham ...................................... ..... . . 6 Whatcom County ........................................... 6 & 7 Cities................................................................8-14 School Districts..............................................14-18 Fire Protection Districts ................. ................ 18-21 Water Districts ................................................ 21-23 Cemetery Districts .......................................... 24-26 Park and Recreation Districts ......................... 26-27 Hospital Districts ................................................. 27 BallotMeasures ................................................. 28-31- Ballot Measure Complete Text .........................32-35 Local Voters' Pamphlet is also available on the Auditor's website: www.whatcomcounty.us/auditor Port of Bellingham Commissioner Districts 1, 2: Whatcom County Council Districts 1 , 2. _i, and At -Large; City of Bellinghati3 %Municipal Court Judge: City of Bellingharn Council Wards 2. 4, 6, and At -Large: City of Blaine Council wards 1. 2, 3, and At.-Lailge; City of Everson Mayor; Ciry of Everson Council Positions 1, 2, 3: City of Ferndale Council Positions 5, 6, 7; City of Lynden lvtayor; City- 6f Lynden Council Positions 4. 5, 6, 7: City of Nooksackk. Mayor. City of Nooksack Council Positions 1. 2, 3; City of Sumas Mayor; City of Sumas Council Positions 1. 2, 4; Bellingham :School District No. 501: Ferndale School District No. 502: Blaine School District No. 503; Lynden School District No. 504; Meridian School District No. 505; Nooksack Valley School District No. 506, Mt. Baker School. District No. 507; Concrete School District No.11.; Fire Protection District. Nos. 1, 2, 4. 5. 6. 7. 8, 9, 1.0, 11, 1.4. 16, 17, 18, 21; Glacier Fire & Rescue 1.9; South Whatcom Fire Authority; Pt. Ro6crts Vv'acec Di-uict No. 4; Water District Nos. 7, 13: Birch Bay Water & Sewer District No. 8: 1.,ake Wilatcorn -Water &. Sewer District; Samish Water District, Glacier \Vater District No. 14 ; - Acme NVater District No. 18: Evergreen 1N"ater & Sewer District No. 19: Cemetery District Nos. 1, 2, 3,4.5. 6, 7, 8, 10, 11; Pt, Roberts Park & Recreation District No. 1; Northwest Park � Recreation District No 2: 1_ynden Regional Park & recreation District No. 3: Hospital District No. 304: Pt- Roberts Public Hospital District; Whatcom County Rural Library District Published by the Whatcom County Auditor's Offico: www.whatcontcounty.uz%auditor Cover Photo by Lori Starkovich What is an Accessible Voting Unit? An accessible voting unit (AVU) is federally required. It is equipped with visual and audio technology that allows voters with impaired vision and/or physical disabilities to vote a secret ballot. The AVU is an accurate and secure way to vote. Where will the AVU be located? The AVU will be located at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office, Whatcom County Courthouse, 311 Grand Ave., Suite 103, Bellingham, WA. When can I vote using the AVU? You may vote beginning Wednesday, October 14, 2009. The AVU will be available to vote in the Auditor's Office Mon. - Fri., 10:00 a.m. -100 p.m. The AVU will be available on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3, 2009, from 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Is the AVU secure? Yes. The AVU stands alone and is not connected to the Internet Or an intranet. When a vote is cast the ballot selections are encrypted and stored within the voting unit, The ballot order is scrambled to ensure the voter's anonymity and leaves no connection between the voter and his or her recorded yote. How can I be sure my vote will be counted? The AVU displays a paper record of your selections before you cast your ballot. Your secret ballot is electronically stored and it cannot be traced back to you. Step 1: To Vote Your Ballot. Use blue or black -ink. Do NOT Step 5: Sign the Voter Affidavit. Read and sign the voter use a felt tip pen or pencil. Draw a single line to connect the affidavit on the back of the return envelope. arrow. Do not cut or deface your ballot. CORRECT Use blue or black ink to connect the arrow by your choice with a single line. Do NOT use a felt tip pen or pencil. INCORRECT • More than one vote for an office or ballot measure will be an overvote and no votes for that office or ballot measure will be counted, unless specifically allowed by law. Step 2: Remove Stub. Remove the stub at the top of the ballot at the perforation and discard the stub. Step 3: Keep It Secret. Place the voted ballot in the white secrecy envelope and seal it. • The return envelope must be signed by you in order for your ballot to be counted. If you are unable to sign your name; have two people witness your mark on your .ballot envelope. • Ballot signatures are matched with your voter registration. Step 6: Protect Your Privacy. Seal the envelope so the privacy flap covers your signature as indicated on the envelope. Step 7: Mail Your. Ballot. Affix first-class postage before you -deposit your ballot in the mail. • In order for your vote to be counted, your ballot envelope needs to be postmarked no later than Election Day or deposited in the Curbside Ballot Drop Box located at 311 Grand Ave., by 8:00 p.m. on Election Day. IF YOU MAKE MISTAKE: Draw a line through the entire candidate's name like this: dehn-Dee *01"iII You then have the option of making another choice, if you wish. Do not erase! Step 4: Mailing Envelope. Place the white secrecy envelope To write-in a name not on the ballot, connect the arrow and write in the inside the return envelope. name of the candidate in the space provided. t Sample SAMPLE BALLOT WHATCOM COUNTY, WASHINGTON GENERAL ELECTION - NOVEMBER 3, 2009 Not all districts or measures on this sample will appear on your ballot. Only the district that you're entitled to vote on will appear. STATE OF WAS14INGTON PROPOSED BY INITIATIVE PtTmON INITIATIVE MEASURE NO. 1033 Initiative Measure No.1033 concerns state, county and city revenue. This measure would limit growth of certain slate, county and city revenue to annual inflation and population growth, not indL&g volerapproved revenue increases- Revenue collected above the limit would reduce property tax levies. Should this measure be enacted into laud? YES 4M will NO 4m me PASSED BYTHE LEGISLATURE AND ORDERED REFERRED BY PETITION REFERENDUM MEASURE NO.71 The legisiature.passed Engrossed Second Subsilute Senate Bif W8 concerning rights and responsibilities of state- reg is bred dornesit partners and voters have filed a sufficient referendurn pe5tion on this trill, This bill mould expand the rights, responsibilities, and obrga[ions accorded state -registered same -sex and senior domastic partners to be equivalent to those of married spouses, except that a domestic padnership is not a marriage. Should this bill be, APPROVED 411lim z4 REJECTED 40 nd PORT OF BELLINGHAM Port of Bellingham Commissioner Dist No.1 an Vote For One rm John Blethen Scott L:Walker Port of Bellingham Commissioner Dist No. 2 Nonpartisan Vote For One a Year Term. Mike McAuley Douglas G. Smith WHATCOM COUNTY l County -Council District No.1 Position A Nonpartisan Vote For One 4yea, Term — Kathy Kershner 40 y Dan McShane 4E y I— 1— 4N 04 County Council District No. 2 Position A Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Mary Beth Teigrob y Ken Mann �� 4= y Position A ilsan Vote For One Michelle Luke Carl Weimer ..-1..y .A.. ...... 1--.ys Nonpaftisan Vote For One 4YearTerm Bill Knutzen 40 N � N Maur is %.dbrtrty-0c111a1oer Wdie-in To Vote: Use either blue or black ink. Do not use a felt tip pen or pencil. Connect The Head and Tail of the arrow that points to your choice with a Single Line as Shown. F.T- e IF YOU MAKE A MISTAKE: Draw aline through the entire candidate's name like this: deice Bee - <; You then have the option of making another choice if you wish. Write-in: To vote for a person not on the ballot, connect the arrow and write in the name of the person on the line provided. Overvote: Ivbre than one vote for an office or ballot measure will be an overvote and no votes for that office or measure will be counted. CITY OF BELLINGHAM ` Municipal Court Judge Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Tom Debra Lev W�.a7.. Council Ward 2 Vote For One Gene Knutson y ~ Write -In Council Ward 4 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Tetm — — Stan Snapp y 5Al11.. 1— Council Ward 2, Position 4 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Charlie Hawkins John George I— i_ Council Ward 3, Position 6 Nonpartisan Vote For One Short & 4 Year Term Paul Greenough 4M as _ 4W Ed Council At -Large Position 7 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4Year Term Harry K. Robinson y Nonpartisan Council Ward 6 Vote For One i CRY OF EVERSON 4 Year Term Mayor MichaelLilliquist Nonpartisan Vote For one 14YearTorm Catherine Chambers John Perry 41111111 y 4W me IVM�dn 4M as Council At -Large Nonpartisan Vote For One Seth Fleetwood CRY OF BLAINE Council Ward 1, Position 2 Nonpartisan Vote For One Bonnie Onyon David White Council Position 1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Totm _ 4M 00 John Hammond 4E as 4111111 1 4111111 me W Council Position 2 Nonpartisan Vote For One Jennifer K. Lautenbach Eric Oettel Council Position 3 Nonpartisan Vote For One Short & 4 Year Term Bill Brouwer IAln... 1.. 40E M§ 2 Sample Ballot _ CITY OF FERNDALE Council Position 5 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Tans Ken Downey N Jon Mutchler y 41111111111 y Council Position 6 Nonpartisan Vote For One Short & 4 Year Term Lloyd Zimmerman 4W ■4 Council Position 7 Vote For One BELLINGHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT NO.501 Director Position 4 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Steven H. Smith y Rogan Jones y 1.,_._ ,_ Director Position 5 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4YearTerm Scott Stockburger me Michael Jay y Brent W. Goodrich 40 F FERHDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT Keith M. Olson 411111111111 y NO, 502 . Director District 4 . 41111111111 M1 Nonpartisan Vote For One MT BAKER SCHOOL DISTRICT WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION NO- 507 DISTRICT NO.16 Director District 1 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term 6 Yaar Term David E. Smith Gary L. Knaus 40 N Write-!n Director District 4 WFIATCOFri COUNTY FIR£ PROTECTION Nonpartisan Vote For One DISTRICT NO, 17 4YearTerm Commissioner Position No.1 James Freeman 4W y Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Tarm y Anthony Cannizzaro y Wnte•ln CONCRETE SCHOOL DISTRICT - 4W NO NO,11 Write-in WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE Director District 1 PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 18 Nonpartisan 4YarTerm Vote For One Commissioner Position No.1 Rae (Crissie) Wilson 4W 04 Nonpartisan Vote For One Short&6Year Tann.— _ Connie Robinson W't l Wrb-In CITY OF LYNDEN 4 Year Term Larry Hoffman 40 as n e n Director District 3 Write-in 41111111111 a Mayor Nonpartisan Vote For One AYear Term GLACIER FIRE & RESCUE DISTRICT Nonpartiaa n 4YearTerm vote For One Lee Anne Riddle ~ Vincent Hedrick y NO.19 Scott Korthuis _ ~ T Commissioner Position No.1 Wrteln Nonpartisan Vote For One Gary L. Bode me Director District 5 N1nle In 6 Year Term Nonpartisan Vote For one. Director District 4 At Large Tim Coralline 41111111111 EllShort& 4W me 4YearTerm Nonpartisan Vote For One 4YearTerm W ite-ln Andrew McLaurin ~ 4" Me Council Position 4 _ Bill Thompson 4M me Nonpartisan Vote For one Troy Clark ~ WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTVCTION DISTRICT NO. 21 2 YrdnexplredTerm _ — — - - Lucille Claybo 40 me Brent Lenssen y 40 ~ N.'rira-ln 41111111111 y Commissioner Position No.1 Bob Johnson 40.y BLAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT Wriledn Nonpartisan Vote Forone NOOL O. WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION 6Year Term _ ME DISTRICT NO.1 Dean A. Whitney 411111111111 N 1Wdto4n Director District 3 Commissioner Position No.1 CotrrtcilPosition 5 Nonpernsah. Short & 4 Year Term Vote For one Nonpartisan Vote For One 41111111111 me Nonpartisan 4 Year Term Vote For One Susan Holmes -- 4 = y 6 Year Term Floyd Roorda Wdle-In SOUTH WHATCOM FIRE AUTHORITY Nick H. Laninga 41111111111 ad y Commissioner District No.1 - Write-tn 40 Ed Nonpar lon. Vote For One ~ ~ While -In Short&6Year Term Writeln Director Districts Council Position 6 Nonpartisan Vote For One WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 4 Lynn Trzynka 411111111111 me Nonpartisan 4YearTerm Vote For One 4YearTerm Mike Dodd 41111111111 y Commissioner Position No.1 41111111111 ad Tobey Gelder Nonpartisan Vote For One Shorl & 6 YearTenn rile -In 40 Mill T41111111111 PT- ROBERTS WATER DISTRICT NO.4 ~ Wdle4n David A. Wright y Commissioner Position No.1 �Urite In LYNDEN SCHOOL DISTRtCT Nonpartisan Vote For One Council Position NO.504 Harry Andrews 41111111111 me 6Year Term Nonpartisan Vote For one Director Position 2 Madeleine Anderson 4YearTerm David Bums � � 2 YearrUrIrc— — — _ Crn Vote For One Write-Indrarm 4W ontVanpat 40 me Gary A. Vis PT. ROBERTS FIRE PROTECTION Wrile•In DISTRICT NO.5 Commissioner Position No. 2 Write -In 41111111111 me Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One Year Unexpired Term - CITY OF NOOKSACK Write-in Nonpartisan Vote For One 2 Mayor Director Position 4 6Year Term _- Scott Hackleman 4= me Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One Susan Brownrigg 41111111116 Md — 4 Year Term 4 Year Term James S. Ackerman 40 me Todd Lingbloom 41111111111 me � me Wriie-In Write-1n WATER DISTRICT N0.7 40 41111111111 me WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION Commissioner Position No.1 Write -In Write-in DISTRICT NO.7 Nonpartisan Vote For One Council Position 1 - Director Position 5 Commissioner Position No.1 6 Year Term — Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Short & 4 Year Fenn Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For one Thomas Rhone 4 Year Term — 6 Year Term Rena Guerin 41111111110 Mike Haveman 411111111111 me Al Saab 41111111111 4 as Write -In Daniel Bennett Rollo Van Slyke 40 Ed 41111111111 me Commissioner Position No. 3 Write -In Nonpartisan Vote For One 4M so 41111111111 No WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION AYearUnex Ired-Terns Write -In DISTRICT NO, 8 Bruce T. Siren 411111111111 me Council Position 2 MERIDIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT Commissioner Position No.3 — — Nonpartisan Vote For One NO.505 Nonpartisan Vote For One Michael Webb 40 as Shari & 4 Year Term Director District 1 6 Year Term Peter G. Lubetich Nonpartisan Vote For One Wallace Croy 40 y 4� me2 Year Unexpired Term W to In Linda S. Bylsma me Craig Wasilewski ~ } BIRCH BAY WATER AND SEWER _ _4 VVrte•En DISTRICT NO-8 *ff an 411111111111 ~ WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION Commissioner Position No. 1 WritFrtn Write -In DISTRICT NO.11 Nonpartisan Vote For One Council Position 3 Director District 2 Commissioner Position No.1 6 rear Term Nonpartisan 4 Year Term Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One Vote For One Cad Reichhardt � � 4 Y� Term 6 Year Term Year Thomas M. Jones N. Karolyn L. Crabtree ~ - Ed Scott 41W 101111111111 14 Wnta-En WrilL.-In 41111111111 me y LAKE WHATCOM WATER AND SEWER CITY OF SU1�AS W In Write -In DiSTR — Director District 3 Commissioner Position No.2 Commissioner District No.1 Mayor Nonpartisan 4 Year Term Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One _ 2 YearUnexplred Term b Year Term J 4YearTerm - - Brian A. Evans 4■ me Wendell Terry 41111111111 y Thomas L. Hadd Bob Bromley y —4.11111111111on 411111111111 No Write•In ~ write•In ~ Write -In Write 1n NOOKSACK VALLEY SCHOOL OISTMCT WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION Commissioner District No. 4 Council Position 1 NO.506 DISTRICT NO, 14 Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One Director District 1 Commissioner Position No.1 6 Year Term Slaorta4Year Term _ Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For one Leslie McRoberts 40M y Bruce T. Bosch 4 Year Term 6 Year Term Randall Wright Larry M. Moore O y 'Nrile•![t 4M me ~ ~ Wrile-In 41111111111 ~ ~ SAMISH WATER DISTRICT Council Position 2 Write -In Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan 4 VasrTerm Vote For One Director District 2 Commissioner Position No.3 Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For one Short 8 6 Year Term LeigeJ.Clare 41111111111 y 4YearTerm _ 4YaarUrrexpire Tonr Robert N. Merrill 4= y Stephen A. Jones 41111111111 y RobRoy M..Graham, Jr 4W 06 _ Write -In Council Position 4 Write-in EdWrite-ln on ~ Write ]n Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Year Term Michael Quinn y Sample Ballot - - - WATER DISTRICT NO.13 CEMETERY DISTRICT NO.7 Commissioner Position No.1 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Term 6 Year Term Robert Vandenhaak 41111111 Leonard A.Sund Commissioner Position No. 5 Nonpartisan Vote For One Short & 6 Year Term Kaye Koenig y Phil Cloward 41111111 Ell ~ 1Nrile !n GLAC fER WATER DISTRICT NO.14 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Term Ray Sygitowicz 40 y airy_ r_ ACME WATER DISTRICT NO. 18 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6YearTerm _ Gordon W. Scoff. y � ~ Write -In eIIERGREEN WATER - SEWER DISTRICT NO.19 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6Ya yarm Richard Banel 40 y 4111111111 y Commissioner Position No.2 Nonpartisan Vote For One 20 U fl 6d Term Michael R. Campbell 40 N ~ ~ rit�ln . CEMETERY DISTRICT NO. S Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vole For One 6 Year Term Ernie T. Loreen y CEMETERY DISTRICT NO.10 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Term Richard H. Decima CEMETERY DISTRICT NO. 11 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One G Year Term Roderic A. Perry NORTHWEST PARK & RECREATINON DISTRICT NO. 2 Wrde-M Commissioner Position No. 2 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One Nimpattim Vote For 2YWUn' Term One 2YaarUnaxpiredTerm _ Gerald Kern Richard C. Sturgill 4111111 N 'Plfite•im Wnte rL 41111111 ~ Commissioner Position No. 2 CEMETERY DISTRICT NU. i _ Nonpartisan Vote For Short 8 4 Year Term One Commissioner Position No.1 Katy Montfort 04 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Term 41111111 No Write-in Terri Maleng 40 as Commissioner Position No. 3 - Nonpartisan Vote For One 411111111 2Yem Unexpired Term Write in Terry Johnston #ul me CEIJYEf ERY DISTRICT NO.2 - Wnte In Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One Commissioner Position No. 4 6 Year Term Nonpartisan Vote For One Charles Baker ~ 4YaarTerm Ted Morris 4N me 40 01 Wate•in T 06 Write In CEMETERY DISTRICT NO.3 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One e Year Term Robert E Straka 4W y 40 No Witte -In CEMETERY DISTRICT NO.4 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Term John Groom 4Fr.tin En me Commissioner Position No.3 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4.YsarU1jexpired Tartu David J. Kratzig CEMETERY DISTRICT NO.5 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6YearTerm Theresa Sygitowicz Commissioner Position No.2 Nonpartisan Vote For One 2Year UnexpWTwm Kenneth John Ferry 4 y CEMETERY DISTRICT NO.6 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Term Julie Hughes y 5J- E_ 40 NO Commissioner POSition No. 5 Nonpartisan Vote For One 2 Year Unexpir4d Term Betty Sells Robertson writn0n 411111111 LYNDEN REGIONAL PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT NO.3 Commissioner Position No.1 No Vote For One 4 Year Term Kevin Burke 4= NO Write -In 4a HQ Commissioner Position No. 4 Nonpartisan Vote For One 4 Yesr Term Terry DeValois 40 EQ Write-ln 40 Bill HOSPITAL DISTRICT N0.304 Commissioner Position No.1 Nonpartisan Vote For One 6 Year Tog David G. Walker *1111111 Mo � � '+yrilEln PT ROBERTS PUBLIC HOSPITAL DISTRICT Commissioner Position No. 3 Nonpartisan Vote For One Short & 6 Year Term Barbara Wray Wayland WHATCOM COUNTY RURAL LIBRARY DISTRICT WHATCOM COUNTY RURAL LIBRARY DISTRICT PROPOSITION NO.1 LEVY FOR LIBRARY OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE The Whatcom County Rural Library District Board of Trustees adopted Resolution No. 06/16/09-08 concerning property taxes'for community libraries. This proposition would enable the District to operate and maintain Rs community libraries and library services by increasing Its property tax levy rate from the current rate of 30.338 per $1,000 Of assessed valuation to $0.44 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for collection in 2010, as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW. Thereafter, such levy amount would be used to compute limitations for subsequent years as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW. Should this proposition be: APPROVED 4m y REJECTED ty PT. ROBERTS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT NO. 1 PROPOSITION NO. 1 POINT ROBERTS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT #1 Shall a tax, of appproximalely $0.0525 (eight and Y< cerris), per thousand dollars of assessed valuation (based on 100%of true and fair value) b provide $4z000 (forty-two thousand dollars) for operation and maintenance purposes be levied for the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1 in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011 upon all taxable property within the District, all as specified in Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1, Resolution One? LEVY, YES 40 y LEVY, NO 4 y WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO, 2 PROPOSITION NO.1 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.2 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 passed Resolution No. 2009-02 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district This measure world dissolve the fire district effective December 31. 2009i thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whalcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED 4w �Q REJECTED 4$= oR WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 6 PROPOSITION NO.1 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.6 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 passed Resolution No. 2009-04 concerning a proposition to dissdve the fire district This measure would dissolve the fire district effective Den rnber31, 2009.1hereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED 4 REJECTED 4 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 9 PROPOSITION NO. 1 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.9 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District. No. 9 passed Resolution No. 2009-03 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcorn Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009 Should this proposition be: APPROVED 4 REJECTED 4= WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 10 PROPOSITION NO.1 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.10 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 10 passed Resolution No. 2000-02 concerning a proposi lion to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formahonon January 1, 2009. . Should this proposition be: APPROVED 4 y REJECTED I� WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 18 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 18 PROPOSITION NO.1 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES REGULAR PROPERTY TAX LEVY Shall Whatcom County Fire Protection District No 18 be authorized to levy a regular property tax for the conilnuation of the s rrn of $.28 cents Per $1,000 dollars assessed valuation each year for six consecutive years Inning in 2009, to begin collection in 20 0, for the provision ❑tall Emergency Medical Services as provided in WhatcomCounty Fire Protection. District No. 18 Resolution No. 7- 09.1? YES 4m Iy NO WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO, 21 PROPOSITION NO.1 Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 21 INCREASING NUMBER OF COMMISSIONERS FROM THREE TO FIVE Shall the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 21 d/b/a North Whatcom Fire & Rescue be increased from three members to five members? YES NO N r T_ ,Where Can I Deposit My Balla . If you do not wish to return your ballot by mail, the following ballot drop box locations will be available: Ballot ❑ron Box Locations Ot)en 20 Da►rs Prior To Election ❑a Whatcom County Auditor's Office Curbside Ballot Drop Box Whatcom County Courthouse 311 Grand Avenue 311 Grand Ave., Suite 103 (near Courthouse Rotunda) Bellingham, WA OR Bellingham, WA HOURS: Monday — Friday OPEN: 20 Days Prior to Election 8:30 am. to 4:30 p.m. Election Day: Closes at 8:00 p.tn. Election Day Only: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Election Day Only - Ballot Drop Box Locations If You Have Not Received Your Ballott If you have not received your Drop Box Hours: 7:00 a.m. — 8:00 p.m. ballot by October 19, 2009, please contact the Whatcom Blaine City Hall 344 H Street, Blaine, WA County Elections Division at Deming Library 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy., Deming, WA (360) 676-6742 or TTY (360) Everson Library 104 Kirsch Dr., Everson, WA 738-4555, Monday through Ferndale Library 2222 Main St., Ferndale, WA Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Lynden Library 216 4th St., Lynden, WA Western Washington Viking Union, Room 714 University Bellingham, WA Washington State Law Prohibits Ballots Deposited After 8:00 p.m. on Election Day From Being Counted. Voter Information How Can I Register? A citizen may register to vote by: (1) completing the registration form online at www.vote.wa.gov only if you have a Washington State Driver's License or a Washington State I.D. card; (2) completing the Mail -In Voter Registration Form and mailing it to the preprinted return address on the form, or (3) by completing the form in person at the Whatcom County Auditor's Office, Elections Divi- sion. Last Day to Register to Vote Citizens may register to vote at any time. However, the registration must be postmarked or received at least 29 days before an election in order to vote in that election. A citizen that is not currently registered to vote in the State of Washington may register in person at the Auditor's Office, Elections Division up to 8 days before an election. If Your Mailing or Residence Address Has Chanaed: Now that you have a new mailing address and/or new residential address, your voter record needs to be updated. Updating your record is easy! Address Change Within Whatcom County: (Choose one of the following options) • Online at www.vote.wa.gov • Call the Elections Division at the Auditor's Office at (360) 676-6742 or TTY (360) 738-4555 or e-mail the Auditor's office at elections@ co.whatcom.wa.us. • Complete and mail a new voter registration form Address Change Outside Whatcom County: (Choose one of the following options) • Online at www.vote-.wa.gov • Complete and mail a new voter registration form Anew voter registration card will be mailed after your address change is processed. VCMD BALLOTS Name Change If your name has changed, complete a new registration form. Information indi- cating the former name, address, and signature plus the new name and signature must be provided. When to Cancel Registrations • If you have moved out of Whatcom County, your signature is required to cancel your voter registration. • If a family member has passed away, contact the Elections Division and a form will be mailed for you to complete. Questions? If you have questions, please feel free to call the Whatcom County Auditor's Office, Elections Division at (360) 676-6742 or TTY (360) 738-4555, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m or e-mail the Auditor's office at elec- tions@co.whatcom.wa.us. When Will Ballots Be Mailed? Ballots are scheduled to be mailed starting October 14, 2009. If you have not received your ballot by October 19, 2009, please contact the Whatcom County Elections Division at (360) 676-6742 or TTY (360) 738-4555, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or e-mail the Auditor's office at elections@ co.whatcom.wa.us. Ballots With Late Postmarks Cannot Be Counted Mail Your Ballot Earl Remember that your ballot needs to be postmarked no later than Election Day, November 3, 2009, to be counted. r John Blethen Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: John owns and operates New Whatcom Interiors, a successful cabineunaking business started in 1979. In the past, he has worked in shipyards, schools, and construction. Significant Career Experience: John has been a community leader for 40 years. He has served on. The Waterfront Futures and Waterfront Advisory Groups. He currently chairs the Greenways Committee and is co -architect of the Blethen Plan for waterfront redevelopment. He has won the Dietrich Award, a ReSources Environmental Hero award, and was the Bellingham Business Journal's Mover and Shaker of 2008. Education: BA, Antioch College; N ED, Western Washington University. Family: Father of four wonderful daughters, five grandchildren Scott L. Walker Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Arco/BP environmental engineer and public affairs manager Significant Career Experience: Combat medic, 1st Marine Division, Vietnam; 30 years experience -in management of environmental, safety, industrial health and community/,governmental relations in Montana, Alaska and Washington; numerous community boards (Red Cross, Ro- tary, EDC, YWCA, WWU etc.) Elected Experience: Elected to the Bellingham Port Commission 1991, 1997, 2001, 2005 Education: BA, University of Oregon (1969); MS, Environmental Science, University of Cincin- nati (1972) Mike McAuley Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer:, Green Builder and Owner, McAuley Building Conservation Significant Career Experience: Former US Marine and Desert Storm Veteran; served the Bellingham Lettered Streets Neighborhood Associa- tion since 2002, first as Representative to Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Commission and currently as Vice Chairman; small business owner of two companies since 1998; Chairman of the Board for Fourth Corner Productions; Neighborhood rep- resentative on Bellingham's Planning Academy Education: Western Washington University, MS in Geography, emphasis on resource manage- ment and policy with a thesis on Whatcom County Growth Management; Evergreen State College, BS in Environmental Studies, emphasis on urban ecology and environmental policy Douglas G. Smith Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: DSJ properties manager/self & Commis- sioner/Port of Bellingham 1994 to present Significant Career Experience: Army electronic warfare instructor; Coast Guard engineering officer; aircraft manufacturing safety advisor; oil re- finery facilities project engineer; licensed consulting engineering man- ager; Commercial -Industrial land and improvements developer, engineer and owner; commercial farming and fishing; FD 4 station chief; County boundary review board (3 years), Port commissioner (16 years) Education: Ferndale High 1954; WWU 1959 B.A. Industrial arts, physics, math; UW 1964 B.S. Mechanical Engineering WHATCOM COUNTY - - -- � Kathy Kershner Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner and founder ofAdvocations since 2003. Firm evaluates State -funded programs that enable adults with devel- opmental disabilities to lead safe, fulfilling, independent lives in our com- munities. _ Significant Career Experience: U.S. Navy veteran, 22 years service, re- tired in 2006, rank Lieutenant. Was a partner in Service Alternatives for Washington, a $22 million human services agency that provides a wide spectrum of support to individuals and families of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Elected Experience: Precinct-222 Committee Officer Education: Bachelor of Science, Family Resources, University of Hawaii Dan -McShane E,E i Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Dan is an engineering geologist and ma- jority owner of Stratum Group, a geology consulting company. Significant Career Experience: Dan conducts geology hazard, geotechni- cal, and due -diligence investigations throughout the Pacific Northwest. Prior to his geology career, Dan worked as teacher for seven years. Elected Experience: Dan served for eight years on the County Council including two years as chair, Economic Development Investment Board, Washington State Energy Facility Site Evalu- ation Council, Puget Sound Action Team, and Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest Resource Advisory Council. Dan currently serves on the County Flood Advisory Committee. Candidate Statementi Our county faces many crucial economic issues. and our waterfront re-' development is at a critical stage. It is vital that our government organizations understand their responsibility to provide family wage jobs for long-term economic benefit rather than short-term profits for the Port. The Port should expand support for existing agriculture and maritime busi- nesses, and create opportunities for new business development. It should not be competing with the private sector. -Environmental protection/restoration and a stable econoric base will enhance our quality of life. I will change the culture of the Port to reflect these values. Endorsed by the Whatcom County Democrats. Address: 1123 Railroad Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 220-5914 • E-Mail:., BlethenForPort@gmail.com Website: www.blethenforport.com Family: Married to Cherie Walker, 5 children, 4 grandchildren Candidate Statement: The mission of your Port is to efficiently manage transportation facilities and create jobs and opportunities for our citizens. A recent study found that there are over 4,000 jobs on port property, with a payroll of $168 million. Indirect jobs number another 3,300. We continue to look for ►I..ays to strengthen our economy, in marine trades, technology, NOAA home porting, niche manufacturing and others.. - This success of the Port during my tenure reflects my business experience, judgment, vision and leadership. Experience matters in dealing with a changing economy, and the results prove it. I value your vote. Address: 1011 13th St., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 676-2688 9 E-Mail: walkerforport@gmail.com Website: www.scottw'alkerforport.com Family: Candidate did not respond Candidate Statement: This year is the most important in the Port of Bellingham's history. Critical decisions will be made affecting the future of Whatcom County forever. Currently, the Port oper- ates in a manner that fails to reflect contemporary local values. Recent waterfront planning has responded poorly to public concerns compromising the project's incredible potential. It's time to set the right mechanisms in motion. As Port Commissioner I will: modernize Port leadership by improving collaboration, access, and accountability, position the Port to embrace emerging economies, and implement a renewed focus on the Port's core obligations to Whatcom County. Endorsed by Whatcom County Democrats. Address: P.O: Box 2807, Bellingham, WA 98227 Phone: (360) 739-4246 • E-Mail: Elect@MikeForPort.com Website: www.MikeForPort.com Family: Has been living Whatcom County since 1890. Married to Maralee (Larson) for 49 years. Three daughters (Diana Rauch, Sara Brown & Janel Black). Four grandchildren. Candidate Statement: During my next four year tern, Fwill support: a property tax'rate induc- tion by the Port; investment in Fairhaven shipyard.structures beginning with replacement of the remaining portion of the wooden wharf; a policy that hastens the development of the central water- front and emphasizes expanded economic activity at the Port shipping terminal property; and at the airport, I will encourage accelerated private investment in hangers and aircraft. Additionally, I will work, through Port Commission policy development, to aid the County Agricultural Industry's economic viability: 1 encourage public comment and contribution on all Port issues. Address: 585 E. Bakerview Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 671-6988 • E-Mail: douggsmith@comcast.net Council District No, 1 Position A Family: Husband John, son Jake, 5; daughter .Molly, 18; son Grant, 20. Mother Sharole and Grandmother Cora also live in Bellingham. Candidate Statement: I have spent my entire adult life in service, first to my country then to our most vulnerable citizens.Now I am ready to serve my community. My leadership experience as a Commissioned Naval Officer and a Social Services Administrator overseeing 125 employees and a multi -million dollar budget have prepared me to serve as your representative on the Council. I believe we can, maintain our wonderful quality of life and support those in our community who are most at risk, while at the same time ensuring County government is efficient and cost-effective. I would be honored to receive your vote. Address: 1200 Toledo St., Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 224-1525 • E-Mail: info@VoteKathy4Council.com Website: www.VoteKathy4Council.com Candidate Statement: I will bring a long-term view to building a stronger community during these economically challenging times. I will work to prioritize your tax dollars for the critical ser- vices we need. County investments in economic development must have broad, long-term commu- nity benefits. We trust continue our efforts in protecting our best agriculture and natural resource lands. I will work to provide long term protection of these resources in a fair an equitable manner. I will work to ensure that cost effective measures are taken to restore Lake Whatcom and that -the proposed forest reserve in the watershed is completed. Address: 1451 Grant St., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 527-1097 • E-Mail: team@danmcshane.com Website: www.danmcshane.com Education: BS, MS Geology WWU Family: He and his family have lived in Bellingham for 23 years. 6 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar. shelling or accuracv by anv government aeencv. Mary Beth Teigrob Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Co-owner with husband Ed and Office Manager for H&L Aluminum USA, a manufacturer, supplier and installer of custom railings, since 2001. Significant Career Experience: I'm responsible for the financial aspects of our business: bookkeeping, payroll, invoicing, shipping manifests, contract review and insurance. I also ran a boarding stable for 13+ years. Education: Columbia Bible College, Music; Bellingham Technical College, Bookkeeping Family: I've been married to Ed for 33 years. Our daughter, Rachel, and husband James have two children and live in Everett. Our son, Paul, aild wife Jennifer also have two children. They live in Bellingham, as does my mother, Anne, and her husband, Stub. Ken Mann Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner of Caspian Management Corpo- ration. We renovate and manage older commercial and residential build- ings. 2004 - Present Significant Career Experience: Member and past Chairman of the What- com County Planning Commission, 2004 - Present; Lake Whatcom Recon- veyance Stakeholder Review Panel, 2007; Planning Academy II - Green Bellingham: Achieving Infill, Enhancing Character, 2007; Bellingham%Whatcom Urban Fringe Subarea Committee, 2006; 2020 Engineering -'Ecological design and construction consultant, 2001 - 2003 Education: BS Civil Engineering, Carnegie Mellon University, 2001; BA Political Science, Tu- lane University, 1992 Michelle Luke Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: I co-pwn and operate L-Inc., a manufac- turer's representative company in the home furnishings industry, with my husband, Steve. We've been in business together since 1983, Significant Career Experience: I owned and operated my own salon, growing it from a three -chair shop to a thriving six -chair business. I sold it in the early 1980s. Today, I balance multiple.priorities to assist dozens of home furnishings retailers in Alaska, British Columbia and Western Washington with marketing and product support. Education: Bellingham Beauty School Family: Steve and I have been married for 27 years. I have two wonderful adult step -children and four beautiful grandchildren. Carl Weimer Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Executive Director, Pipeline Safety Trust: Member, Whatcom County Council Significant Career Experience: Executive Director, RE Sources & The RE Stores, Bellingham & Seattle; General Manager, Vangard North- west; Chairman, Whatcom County Health Board; Chairman, Whatcom County Flood Control Board of Supervisors; Governor appointed Citi- zen Committee on Pipeline Safety; U.S. Department of Transportation Technical Safety Stan- dards Committee; Developmental Disabilities & Mental Health Advisory Boards; Economic Development Investment Board; Solid Waste Advisory Committee; Portage Bay & Drayton Harbor Shellfish Advisory Committees Education: B.S., Natural Resources, University of Michigan; A.A.S., Industrial Electronics Tech- nology, Peninsula College; Teaching Certificate, University of Michigan Bill Knutzen Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner, Communication 2000, a provider' of cell phones, service and accessories with I4 employees Significant Career Experience: Successful small business owner since 1997 with stores in Lynden, Ferndale and Burlington. 16 years with Edaleen Dairy milking cows and delivering milk. Worked as a finish carpenter and plumber at different times. Elected Experience: School Board, Ebenezer Christian School, 2001-2005 Education: Lynden High School, classes at Skagit Community College and Whatcom Community College, and school of hard knocks Laurie Caskey-Schreiber Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Administrative Service Manager, Sociol- ogy Department, Western Washington University. Significant Career Experience: Current member of the Whatcom Coun- ty Council (two years as Council Chair, six years on Planning Committee and current Chair), also serve as the Board chairperson of the Northwest Clean Air Agency, Boardmember of the Opportunity Council, and serve on the Marine Resources Committee. Elected Experience: Whatcom County Council from 200 1 -present. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Communications from WWU. Family: Married to a law enforcement officer. Tom Schreiber, proud aunt of Peyton and Dane Caskey. I am a fourth generation native to Whatcom County. Candidate Statement: I was,born and raised in Whatcom County. I didn't grow up in a wealthy family or live a privileged life. I'm a practical, down-to-earth person who wants to serve my com- munity. I love spending time with my horse, Bubba, and playing with my grandchildren on our small farm. As your Council member, I want to work together to assess options, consider impacts, then make fair, balanced decisions. J think it's time to use common sense to change the course of County government. I'm asking for your vote to be that voice on the County Council. Address: P.O. Box 235, Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 389-6992 • E-Mail: MBT@VoteMaryBeth.com Website: www.VoteMaryBeth.com Family: Happily Married to Amy Mann who helps him raise their 3 dogs. Candidate Statement: I love Whatcom County and I care what happens here. My priorities will include: protecting our environment and preserving our resource lands; supporting local small businesses and job creation; and safeguarding tax dollars by ensuring efficient government. I envision a county that we are proud to'hand to our children and grandchildren - where they can hunt, fish, camp, and bike; where they can earn a. living; where they know their neighbors and where they have a say in their communities. In these challenging times, if we work together, we can secure Whatcom County's future. Endorsed by Whatcom County Democrats. Address: 1317 Commercial St., #204, Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 220-5914 • E-Mail: Ken@votekenmann.com yr Website: www.votekenmann.com Candidate Statement: I'm not a professional politician, just aninvolved citizen ready, willing and able to serve the people. As your representative, I will: l) Make decisions respectfully and openly by listening to all sides of an issue; 2) Take into consideration the consequences of actions and regulations; and 3) Apply a rational, reasonable litmus test to obtain results. I believe busi- ness and economic development are important reasons for the quality of life we all enjoy, and the Council should make decisions that support, not undermine, efforts by business to succeed. I ask for your vote for County Council. Address: P.O. Box 131, Lummi Island, WA 98262 Phone: (360) 389-6262 • E-Mail: ContactMe@VoteMichelleLuke.com Website: www.VoteMichelleLuke.com Family: Married for 27 years, two grown daughters Candidate Statement: For the past four years I have worked hard to implement the plans that the citizens of Whatcom County have volunteered their time to develop. We need to continue to focus on preserving farmland, cleaning up Lake Whatcom, moving forward with improvements to our criminal justice system, better management of our community's growth, caring for those less fortunate, and restoring our local waters to bring back salmon. Planning and studies are valuable, but now we need action. I ask that you give me the chance to continue pushing to preserve our community's quality of life. Thank you! Carl Weimer Address: 1155 N. State St., Suite 612, Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 223-2636 • E-Mail: electcarl@voteweimer.com Website: http:l/voteweimer.com Family: Sandy, wife of 20 years; children Darrell, 14, Elana, 16; Amanda, 20; Tucker, miniature schnauzer; cats Snickers, Kit Kat and Carmella Candidate Statement: I'm just a regular guy working hard to provide for my family and run a business. I know what it's like to start with nothing and build it into something. Many people in our community are struggling to make ends meet, and I can relate to that. I.believe the County Council needs someone like me who can bring a real -life perspective to decisions. My pledge if elected is to be the voice of reason and common sense. I'm ready and willing to serve you. I'd be. very appreciative to receive your vote. Address: 6934 Guide Meridian, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 410-2000 • E-Mail: bill@knutzenforcouncil.com Website: www.knutzen- forcouncil.com Candidate Statement: I share your vision that Whatcom County is a wonderful place to live and work. I have fought hard to promote sustainable farming, conserve farmland. enacted legislation that promotes clean drinking water and protects our lakes and shorelines. We have enhanced our local job base through financial grants to the Small Business -Development Center. I supported Femdale's Riverwalk, Blaine's Boardwalk and other infrastructure improvements throughout the county. Together we have built a new temporary jail, a mental health triage center, and brought resources to support families in crisis. Endorsed by: Washington Conservation Voters, Bellingham/ Whatcom County. Firefighters #106, Whatcom Democrats. Address: 6879 Raspberry Dr., Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 354-3225 • E-Mail: vote4laurie@hotmail.com Website: http://www.laurie-caskey-schreiber.org These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 7 r— - Debra Lev Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Bellingham Municipal Court Judge/City of Bellingham - Significant Career Experience: Elected Municipal Court Judge, 2002- 2005;2006-2009 Education: Juris Doctor, Cum Laude, Stetson University College of Law; BA University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI Family: Bob, 3 children and our golden retriever Gene Knutson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Bellingham Cold Storage 34 years, Bell- ingham City Council 16 years Candidate Statement: It has been my privilege to serve as Bellingham's Municipal Court Judge for the past 8 years. With 18 years of judicial experience, and working alongside our dedicated court staff, during my first two terms Bellingham Municipal Court implemented many innovative programs meeting the growing needs of our community. In 2004, 1 established Whatcom County's first Domestic Violence Court. Other successful. pro- grams include Lunch Court, where citizens have their traffic hearings without missing work; Vol- unteer Courtesy Calls reminding citizens of their court -dates to avoid penalties for missing court; and award -winning Law Day progratbs for middle school students. Thank You. Address: Committee to Re-elect Judge Lev, P.O. Box 5883, Bellingham, WA 98227-5883 Phone: (360) 319-0229 • E-Mdil: re-electjudgelev@hotmail.com Candidate Statement: It has been my honor to serve on the Bellingham City Council for the last sixteen years. Bellingham is filled with wonderful people to work with from the council members to the city employees and most of all the citizens of Bellingham. Together we have• made Belling- ham the greatest city in the world. I believe Bellingham will come out of this economic downturn with the grace and passion this city has always had. I have lived the Bellingham dream all of my life and I want that for all of the people of Bellingham. I ask for your support. Significant Career Experience: Elected to Bellingham City Council 1993, Re elected 1997, 2001, 2005 Council President 1995, 1999, 2006, Finance Address: 1014 E. North St., Bellingham, WA Chair 1995, 1999, 2006, 2008,2009 Fire Pension Board 1995, 1999, 2006, Phone: (360) 671-1969 • E-Mail: chappee@comcast.net 2008, 2009 AWC Municipal Leadership Award 1997 Education: Bellingham High School, Whatcom Community College Family: Wife Jan J nutson, Sons Reggie & Bentley 5 & 4 year old Chihuahuas Stan Snapp Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: City Councilmember, Ward Fouri City of Bellingham Significant Career Experience: Following my twenty-five year career with the Bellingham Fire Department, 1997, Elected to Bellingham City Council Ward Four; 2007 — 2009, to complete Joan Beardsley's term Education: Graduate of Western Washington State College, BA in Secondary Education Family: Married to Marian Snapp, 5 grown children, 10 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter Candidate Statement: Stan Snapp has spent his life protecting all things that are precious. As a firefighter he spent 25 years protecting lives and property. Stan continued to serve our community on Greenways, Parks, and Watershed, Red Cross and United Way Boards. Stan has the strength of character to face tough issues and seek effective solutions. He has provided proactive leadership on Council chairing 'Lake Whatcom Reservoir Committee and serving on Finance, Personnel, Public Works and Transportation Committees. Please join me in voting for environmental stewardship, fiscal accountability, open community dialogue, and compassionate attention to all of Bellingham's citizens. Rc-elect Stan Snapp. Address: 2620.. Shepardson Street, Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 305-0607 • Email: Stansnapp@comcast.net . Website: www.SnappforCouncil.com- CITY OF BELLINGHAM Council Ward 6 _ ] - Michael Lilliquist Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Trained paralegal; part-time- neuropsy- chometrist; full-time at-home dad; and former scientific researcher i Significant Career Experience: Past or Current Member of: City of Bell- ingham Watershed Advisory Board, City of Bellingham Lake Whatcom Technical Review Task Force, Mayor's Neighborhood Advisory Com- mission; board member of Fairhaven Neighbors Association, steering committee of Futurewise Whatcom, steering committee of Citizens' Forum, board of trustees Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship; Larrabee Elementary Site Council, and Superintendent's Parents Advisory Council. Education: Ph.D. Behavioral Neuroscience, Univ. Texas at Austin; B.S. Psychology and B.A. History, Univ. of Washington; advanced paralegal certificate, Edmonds Community College. Catherine Chambers Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Lengthy history of paid and volunteer - work as a community facilitator, educator and resource specialist. Significant Career Experience: Twenty years experience working in local service organizations to improve service delivery to local residents facing mental health, domestic violence, poverty/hunger, child abuse -and neglect, immigration and youth development. Significant leadership and coordina- tion experience on numerous committees and boards. Education: BA from Western Washington University/Fairhaven College in "Community Devel- opment: Information Resources and Educational Planning." Additional training and education in Management and Consulting and Early Childhood Education. Family: Married to Barbara Hahn, M.D., daughter Rebecca, age 11 Candidate Statement: I have been involved in our community as a citizen, and it's as a citizen first that I will bring my experience to the Bellingham City Council. We face challenging issues: restoring Lake Whatcom, redeveloping the waterfront, protecting our environment and neighbor- hoods, and guiding future growth. We need a government that listens first and then responds with relevant, workable solutions reflecting our shared values. Our Council must protect our long-term future, our quality of life, with decisions that are right for Bellingham and right for all of us. Endorsed by: Whatcom County Democrats, Sierra Club, Washington Conservation Voters, local firefighters. Address: P.O. Box 4092, Bellingham, WA 98227 Phone: (360) 292-9905 • E-Mail: Isabel.vanderslice@gmail.com Website: www.lilliquistforcitycouncil.org Family: Single with three children; two adult daughters and one 16 year old son. Candidate Statement: I have seen many changes since arriving in Bellingham and believe the decisions we make now will shape our community for the next 100 years. My priorities are to work collaboratively on waterfront development, listening to neighborhood concerns, protecting water quality, developing sustainable living wage jobs and making tough financial choices. My experience working on tough issues and with at risk populations bring a unique perspective to the council. I will continue gender divetsity on the council and as a single working mother bring experi- ence and knowledge of healthcare, childcare, underemployment and affordable housing. Catherine is asking for your vote! Address: P.O. Box 834, Bellingham, WA 98227 Phone. (360) 647-3888 • E-Mail: cathecham@msn.com Website: www.peopleforcatherine.com L CITY OF BELLINGHAM Council At -Large Seth Fleetwood r Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Self Employed Lawyer; Whatcom County Councilmember Significant Career Experience: Active on numerous Boards and Commit- tees in Bellingham over the years including The Chuckanut Conservancy, Greenways Committee, The City .Club, The Council of Governments, Washington Conservation Voters, Whatcom Transportation Authority, Countywide Housing Affordability Taskforce,.to name a few. Elected Experience: 8 years on the Whatcom County Councif. Education: Graduate of Sehome High School, University of Washington, and Willamette Univer- sity College of Law. Family: Mom -Julie, Dad -Hugh, Sister -Amy. Candidate Statement: I am running for City Council because I love Bellingham and find great purpose in working for its betterment. I envision Bellingham as a continuously improving place that is inspiring in so many different ways. Bellingham has the potential to become a truly glorious City. In many ways we already are. But decisions that define how and why we move in the right di- rection will always -loom. I have spent many years of my life thinking about, and involved. with, the cause of Bellingham. I am not yet ready to stop. The Council seemed like a logical place to serve. Address: 1101 Harris Ave., Suite 24, Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 671-3299 • E-Mail: seth@openaccess.org 8 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked -for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. Bonnie Onyon Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Mayor of Blaine; Office Administrator Significant Career Experience: Business owner, 12 years; Corporate ad- ministration, 10 years; Blaine Chamber of Commerce President, 2 years Elected Experience: Blaine Planning Commission 6 years; Blaine City Council 10 years Candidate Statement: It has been my privilege to serve on the Blaine City Council for the past ten years, and six years before that on the Planning Commission. Family wage jobs are a high priority for me, and several major employers have located in Blaine during my tenure, with more on the horizon. I have also worked hard to improve the City's infra- structure, a major component of which is the new sewer plant under construction. I look forward to serving Blaine for another term and would appreciate your vote. Together we can make Blaine the best it can be. Education: Santa Ana College; Azusa Pacific University Address: 712 B St., Blaine, WA 98230Phone: (360) 201-7239 Family: Husband; two daughters, one son E-Mail: bonnieonyon@yahoo.com David White Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Significant Career Experience: I have degrees in Radio Broadcasting, Pri- vate Investigation, and Teaching English as a second language both nation- ally and internationally. Elected Experience: I have also held political office in this city for eight years. Education: Candidate did not respond. Family: Candidate did not respond. Candidate Statement: I have already served eight years on the Blaine city council, and during that time I was the driving force to bring home mail delivery to the residents of Blaine, as well as fighting to keep taxes and fees and wasteful spending of taxpayers funds on items that could just as easily be handled by a group of the general public to discuss rationally. Why is Blaine the only city in the county that is still clinging to the :outdated form of government of a city manager? It is a expense the city does not need especially in a town of only less then 4,000 residents. - Address: 617 C St., Blaine, WA 98230 Phone: (360) 510-2972 E-Mail: dwhitell@hotmail.com CITY OF BLAINE Council Ward 2 Position 4 Charlie Hawkins Family: Married to Marsha (Goff) Hawkins for 28 years, 5 children and 3 grandchildren Non -Partisan Candidate Statement: Living my whole life in Blaine and coming from a family that settled here in the 1880's gives me a rare perspective and concern for the long term preservation of all that Current Occupation/Employer: Blaine School District Bus Driver; Good makes this a special place to live and work. Blaine's uniqueness should not be sacrificed for the Samaritan Society-Stafholt Van Driver short term gain of special interests or personal political philosophies. Significant Career Experience: Fishing Business owner and operator in A deep respect for the Blaine community and the quality of life enjoyed here is .why I continue to Puget Sound and Alaska for 25 years; Blackberry House Coffee Cafe manager serve. It is my desire to help implement appropriate change that honors our past and safeguards and cook; Blaine Christian Fellowship member; Blaine Park Board; Dray- our future. ton Harbor Shellfish Protection District; Drayton Harbor maritime (Plover); My commitment is Blaine. Stormwater Development Advisory Committee; Port of Bellingham Advisory Committee; Belling- ham Herald Editorial Advisory Board; Youth Sports Coach Address: 960 Ruin St., Blaine, WA 98230 Elected Experience: Blaine City Council 2005 — 2009 Phone: (360) 332-8535 Education: 1964 Blaine High Graduate; Attended Skagit Valley College and Western Washington University John George Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: President LDPC Significant Career Experience: Business Management, Media, Communications ' Education: California State University, Sacramento,. Business Administration Family: Married to Sue George, raised three boys, one girl, one cat and five dogs No Photo Submitted Candidate Statement: Blaine is in need of new ideas, development and infrastructures to prevent the decay of our city. Protection of the individual property rights with the Critical Areas Ordinance is one example of the voice, the representation citizens of Blaine need on the city council seat. Anchor businesses to draw consumers into our city are needed desperately. Family activities are critical to our community. Our families, children, seniors and business community are voting for the voice of common sense, changes, representation of our rights, the elimination of wasted tax dollar expenditures, they are voting to elect: John George. Address: 865 Blaine Avenue, Blaine, WA 98230 Phone: (360) 332-1204 E-Mail: foxprintingservices@comcast.net Paul Greenough Candidate Statement: Blaine, richly blessed as it is with natural assets, has drawn together a dynamic group of people contributing freely to preserve and enhance our natural endowment. Non -Partisan How to use this endowment wisely is the mostimportant question facing us today. My goal is to create a better community for our grandchildren, one they will thank their far-sighted ancestors Current Occupation/Employer: U.S Foreign Service Officer (Retired) for. I am committed to finding equitable and sustainable ways of enabling the people of Blaine to Significant Career Experience: Appointed to the Blaine Planning Com- tiolve our problems locally. Please join me in searching for solutions that benefit all the people of mission and to the Blaine City Council Blaine fairly. - 1 Education: Ph.D., M.A. from Indiana University; B.A. from DePauw Uni- versity Family: Married to Waltraud Maria Greenough Harry K. Robinson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Insurance Marketing Executive Significant Career Experience: Two years on the Blaine City Council, several years on Blaine Planning Commission, Founding Board Member of St Joseph Foundation, former Board Member WTA Education: Attended York University. I am a CFP, CHFC, CLU, FLMI Address: 8823 Goshawk Rd., Blaine, WA 98230 Phone. (360) 656-5125 E-Mail: pagreenough@gmail.com Candidate Statement: I am looking forward to serving as a member of the Blaine City Council for the next four years. As a long term resident I have come to appreciate the uniqueness of Blaine and will dedicate myself to preserving and protecting the exceptional quality of life we all enjoy. Also, my priority will be creating an environment that will encourage growth and development, particularly in industries that provide good paying jobs. It will be a pleasure for me. to continue working to make Blaine the "jewel" of the Northwest. Thank you for your vote.. Address: 9119 Great Blue Heron Lane, Blaine, WA 98230 Phone: (360) 371-0645 E-Mail: jhr16229comcast.net Family: Married to Joanne Robinson, seven children, twelve grandchildren These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracv by anv government agency n CITY OF EVERSON May � No Photo Submitted y A`o Photo Stibmit e'd John Perry Non -Partisan Address: 1312 Birchwood Dr., Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 815-5954 E-Mail.• jjccjohn@verizon.net John Hammond Non -Partisan Address: 102 Aspen Dr., Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 966-2431 E-Mail: jkknbh@juno.com Jennifer Lautenbach Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Homemaker and part-time contract ad- ministrator for Tiger Construction Significant Career Experience: Elected to Everson City Council, 2006-2009 �— Education: 1993 graduate of Nooksack Valley High School Family: I have been married for six years to Dean Lautenbach and we have two sons. Eric Oettel Non -Partisan `,NTo Photo Current Occupation/Employer: Owner/Member-Custom Built Stibrnined Concrete LLC Significant Career Experience: 6 years Commercial Construction Project Manager/Developer. Experience in dealing with various government agen- cies including: US Army Corps of Engineers, Washington State Department of Ecology, Washington State Department of Transportation and all local government planning agencies. Education: Richland High School Graduate, Columbia Basin College 1 year, Whatcom Commu- nity College, Bellingham Technical College Elected Experience: First time running for an elected office :No Photrj Bill Brouwer Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired teacher Significant Career Experience: Candidate did not respond Education: MA University of Michigan Family: Married with three grown children Ken Downey Non -Partisan Current Occupation / Employer: Blaine Sector, US Border Patrol Significant Career Experience: 4 Years, Active Duty USAF; 20 Years Washington State Air National Guard (current); 11 Years federal govern- ment supervisory experience; 9 years Air National Guard management level experience; 10 years Ferndale HS Assistant Wrestling Coach. Elected Experience:-4 years on Ferndale's City Council No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: It has been my honor and pleasure to serve the residents of Everson for the last four years on the City Council. I have participated in making decisions that benefit our city, now and in the future. It would be a privilege to be elected for another teem and continue working with the Council and City staff on projects: i.e., econormc development, infrastructure mainte- nance and construction, and"effective use of City resou'rcas. Address: 208 Mead Ave., Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 966-9667 E-Mail:.jenklautenbach@hotmail.com Family: Married to my high school sweetheart Susan for 12 years with 3 girls all of which will be attending Nooksack Valley Schools. Candidate Statement: Born and raised in Washington, I have lived on both sides of the state and I've seen what good planning can do for a community. With the challenges that we are facing with decreased revenue, it is more important than ever to make wise choices in not only taking care of our current civic obligations but making sure the proper plans are in place for future growth and economic prosperity. My experience in commercial development -will be an asset to the city coun- cil and the planning that needs to take place to ensure Everson has a successful future. Address: 317 Christopher Lane, Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 966-2730 E-Mail: eric@custombuiltconcrete.com Council Position 3 Candidate Statement: I am concerned about creating a friendly and livable city with good infra- structure that will attract families and businesses to our area. Address: 528 Chatham Place, Everson, WA 98247 Family: Third generation Ferndale citizen, married with three children. Candidate Statement: Having called Ferndale home for 44 years, I have a strong interest in how it is managed.. Sound growth policy, fiscal responsibility, and the provision of essential services are things we expect of local government. I ran in 2006 to become part of the solution, and I have been. During the past four years, I have helped the Council impose a level of accountability on City Hall, assuring compliance with City Code. We are a community of individuals, framed by our laws and policy. These must always strengthen and support the vision of our City as defined by its Citizens. Address: 1550 Main St., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-3360 • E-Mail: K2Downey@verizon.net Education: Graduated Ferndale HS in 1983; Completed:a number of Air Force Technical Schools in three separate career fields including Radio systems Maintenance, Communications and Com- puter Systems Control, and Air Traffic Control. In addition I have completed all of the required Professional Military Education supervisory and management courses. Jon Mutchler Non -Partisan e ' Current Occupation/Employer: Pastor, Ferndale Alliance Church; pro- fessional musician and piano teacher. Significant Career 'Experience: Established Ferndale Alliance Church, 1988; Semiahmoo Resort pianist 13 years; piano teacher, 23 years; recording artist (7 CDs); served on 1989 Ferndale Schools levy committee; appointed to the committee to evaluate use of Ferndale 2nd Avenue Annex.; employed by frown and Cole Stores, 1987-1988; board member, Whatcom County Pregnancy Clinic. Education: Master of Divinity (Regent College, Vancouver, B.C.); Bachelor of Music (Western Washington University); Associate of Science (Olympic College). Family: Married 24 years to Diane (Lofall) Mutchler; seven children: Thomas; Johanna, Emma, Madalin, Jack, Nicholas, Analise. Candidate Statement: Sound judgment. Fiscal responsibility. A fresh perspective. Tested leader- ship. And a long term vision for Ferndale. I'll do my best to bring these to'our community if elected to serve. I pledge to make decisions today that we can afford and that the next Ferndale generation will com- mend and appreciate. It has been my privilege to establish and serve a community- church, build two family homes in Ferndale, raise 7 children, and teach music to hundreds of area youth during my 22 years in Ferndale. These experiences and more give me the resources to contribute toward a great Ferndale future. Address: P.O. Box 1834, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-9092 • E-Mail: JonMutchler@gmail.com Website: www.JonMutchler.com CITY OF FrERNDALE _ � � Council Position 6 Lloyd Zimmerman Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer:- Pub Owner; Frank-n-Stein, Whatcom Brewery, part time Kinesiologist and Certified Nutritional Therapist Significant Career Experience: Appointed Ferndale City Council 2008-2010, Ferndale Planning Commission 1996-1998, Ferndale Board of Adjustment 1994-1996, Public Works committee Current; Riverwalk Project Advisory Group, Library Steering Committee, Ferndale Double Dome (swim pool) Chairperson Education: Graduate of University of Puget Sound, BA in Business Administration, Certified Nu- tritional Therapist, Seattle Community College, Multiple Certificates in Kinesiology from Topping International Institute, Brewing Short Course, University of California at Davis, Medical Termi- nology, Water Chemistry and Technology, Albuquerque, New Mexico, Toastmasters International, Communication and Leadership Family: Married 29 years to Molly Hovander, one son, Maxwell Candidate Statement: Challenge overspending and poor design of Public Projects such as the Police Station and Library and 2nd Ave. projects. Recruiting local talent and resources to design, build and pay for a public swimming pool that will keep kids healthy and busy and out of trou- ble. Promote policies that support sustainable economics. Keep pressure on solving the Thornton -Railroad Overpass problem. Work at redesigning Downtown Traffic flow. Re-establish the parks .dept. Cooperate with School, County and State leaders to make wise use of tax dollars to keep Ferndale a great place. Address: P.O. Box 427, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-3132 E-Mail: zmanz@comcast.net F_ CITY OF FERND14LE Council Position 7 1 Brent W. Goodrich Non -Partisan Current OccupationlEmployer: Maintenance Supervisor, Merrill Gar- dens at Cordata a retirement/assisting Iiving facility Significant Career Experience: Current member of the Ferndale Planning Commission and president of the Ferndale Community Coordinating Asso- ciation. Past member of the Ferndale Economic Development Commission Education: Attended California Polytechnic University Pomona Family: Married to Donna Goodrich for the past 30 years, two daughters one of whom is currently serving in the United States Coast Guard and the other is a pastry chef Keith M. Olson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Supervisory Agent, Federal Law Enforcement Agency - 21 years Significant Career Experience: Elected to the Ferndale City Council November 2005 Experienced in all aspects of multi million dollar budget operations, person- nel matters and achieving positive business oriented goals. Ability to work -as part of a team to achieve what is best for all. I have attended numerous City of Ferndale community meetings, com- mittee meetings, and workshops in an effort to gather all differing aspects of the community's input before casting a vote on city matters that will affect a lot of city residents. Candidate Statement: Ferndale is changing into. a community unto itself. This, growth presents challenges and if dome correctly will make Ferndale a great community. Brent brings with him over 20 years of volunteer community involvement. Brent also has 15 years of technical experi- ence and project management in the telecommunications field. Over the past two years Brent has served on the Planning Commission working on new design standards for large retail and updating the commercial/retail zones. These are two key areas that directly affect, the future look of Fern- dale. Ferndale needs retail growth and Brent will make sure it is done right. Address: 5666 Correll Dr. #106, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-8151 E-Mail: bgoodrich@bdncg.com Education: Candidate did not respond. Family: Wife Joylen, sons, Kevin & Richard Candidate Statement: I campaigned for council because I didn't like the way the former mayor & council handled city affairs. Apparently neither did Ferndale voters, three new council members were swom in. From that point forward, I did my best to expose the former mayor's management style and let the voters decide if he was to remain. 84 percent decided not to let him continue. Fern- dale is growing, developers are paying their way and business is coming to town. If you think Fern- dale has really improved in the last 2 years, then I ask for your vote to continue to represent you. Address: P.O. Box 680, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 303-3581 E-Mail: krho308@aol.corn CITY OF LYNDEN Mayor Committee Scott Korthuis Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Product Manager, Oxbo International Corporation; Partner, Korvan Industries (purchased by Oxbo International in 2004); Process Engineer, Georgia-Pacific, Bellingham (1982-1988) Significant Career Experience: Board Member, Providence Christian Col- lege (CA); Advisory Board Member, Bellingham Technical College. Served on Lynden Economic Development Committee and Lynden Parks Advisory. Previous president for Lynden Christian School Board and two local churches. Education: University of Washington, BS Chemical Engineering, BS Mechanical Engineering (1982) Family: Married 29 years to wife Ellen; three adult children, two married; grandfather of two Gary Bode Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: owner of Colony House Furniture, down- town Lynden, 32 years. Significant Career Experience: Serves on City Council, 9 years, chairman of public works committee, served on finance, parks, public safety com- mittees. Completed projects: numerous street improvements, water storage reservoirs, sewer plant upgrades, East Lynden utility construction, West Lynden industrial annexations, two new bridges, new police station and city hall, etc. Education: raised in Lynden, graduated from LCS, served US Army. as MP, attained certified municipal leader award from Association of Washington Cities. Family: married Gloria (Haak), raised four children enjoys twelve grandchildren. Involved in Church leadership; prison ministry, Hurricane Katrina relief and other ministries. Member NCCTK Church. Candidate Statement: Ready to serve the citizens of Lynden, Korthuis will partner with the City's excellent administrative team to provide competent oversight and careful direction. Whatever is- sues and challenges may face our community, Korthuis is committed to PROTECT Lynden's unique character; PROMOTE a positive business climate; and PROSPER our community for our children's children. A capable manager, Korthuis has been sought for leadership roles for 25 years. His solid business background, fiscal responsibility and good judgment are identified as an excellent fit for Lynden's leadership needs. Leadership Matters. Learn more: www.scott4mayor.com Address: P.O.-Box 1053, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-1925 • E-Mail: scott4mayor@gmail.com Website: www.scott4mayor.com Candidate Statement: My future goals, as Mayor of Lynden, include: completing the transporta- tion grid, water treatment plant rebuild, new public work's shop building, solve flooding in North Lynden area. I would seek retail and industrial growth to support our tax base to keep Lynden viable and strong financially. I woWd utilize a collaborative style of management with input from city staff, city council committees and community, My past record proves my commitment to serve the citizens of Lynden with the best public service possible, using "Practical Solutions with Economic Responsibility". Address: 1137 E. Cascade Lane, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 961-1178 • E-Mail: gngbode@msn.com Website: www.bodeformayor.com These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 11 CITY OF LYND�EN ,__ _"" Council Position 4 Brent Lenssen Non=Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Manager, Vander Griend Lumber Com- pany, Inc; Lynden, WA Significant Career Experience: City of Lynden Planning Commission: 2002-present. Commission Chair: 2008-present. Lynden Million Smiles Community Playground Executive Committee Member: 2006-2007. Broken Walls International, non-profit Romanian Relief Organization, Board Member: 2002-present Education: Graduate of Lynden Christian High School; Graduate of Calvin College, Grand Rap- ids, Michigan; BA in Economics, Minor in Mathematics Bob Johnson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Commodities Purchaser, Vendor Rela- tions Manager—TriVan Truck Body, 2005-current Significant Career Experience: Elected as County Commissioner for In- gham, Michigan from 1995-1996, serving on all 4 standing committees; Chaired the Township Board of Review in Bath, Michigan, which resolved citizen complaints about property tax assessments, from 1998 to 2001; Served on the Capital Area Substance Abuse Commission in 1996; Represented the County with the Municipal Employees Retirement System in 1996 Education: Holt High Graduate, LCC Small Business Program Family: Married to Debbie Johnson (nee deBoer), with two daughters and one on the way.'We attend the American Reformed Church. Family: Marred to Teresa Lenssen, a local teacher Candidate Statement: Thanks for reading the Voter's Pamphlet. As a lifelong Lynden resident, I recognize that Lynden is a wonderful place to live, work, and play. Because of the combined efforts of citizens, business, and local government, Lynden has been able to cultivate its unique charm and livability. My roles on the Lynden Planning Commission for the pas; 7 years, as a coordinator on the Million Smiles Playground project, and as a leader at a local business prove that I have the experience to bring. the interests of Lynden citizens together for the good of our.community. Address: 809 Cedar Dr., Lynden, WA 98264 Phone.- (360) 815-4191 • E-Mail: brentlenssen@gmail.com Candidate Statement: When we moved to Lynden in 2005 we quickly came to appreciate the wholesome, family -friendly community spirit here, and I promise you I would work hard to pre- serve it. My employment experience shows responsibility with large sums of money, as I oversee several million dollars of purchasing annually, seeking out the best quality, price and service for my company. I have several years of experience as an elected official, overseeing budgets, courts, human re- sources, police, etc. Making decisions would reflect my conservative social values and fiscal re- sponsibility. I hope to have opportunity to use my talents and experience for Lynden. Address: 220 Stremler Dr., Lynden, WA 98264 E-Mail: JohnsonBob2@netzero.net L CITY OF LYNDEN Council Position 5 Nick Laninga Non -Partisan • ; : kA tCurrent Occupation/Employer: Lynden School District. Transportation and Para -educator. Significant Career Experience: 6 years U.S. Army Reserves. Staff Ser- geant. Grocery store manager/owner 1962-1991. City Council 12 years. School board/church board member. Education: Lynden Christian High School 1964. A.W.C. Certified Municipal leader. Family: Married to Diana 42 years, 4 children, 14 grandchildren. Candidate Statement: Running unopposed presents its challenge as it is easy to assume that you are doing a good job: I do not take this position lightly. The decisions made at council level stage us for the future and have lasting impact, I take a conservative approach weighing the matters at hand. I am encouraged when people comment "we are praying for you". Continue in prayer for us that we would have a spirit of wisdom as we'direct our community. Take time to study the issues and candidates, and remember to vote in the general election. THANK YOU Address: 101 Front St., Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-4177 CITY OF LYNIDE NA- - - - Council Position 6 Tobey Gelder Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Employed as an insurance agent at Snap- per Shuler Kenner since 1990. Significant Career Experience: Active in Lynden civic affairs since 2001 including Board of Directors and Past President, Lynden Chamber of Com- merce, Co-chair Lynden Economic Development Committee, member Lyn - den Zoning Text Review Committee, and Lynden Planning Commission. Past Member Whatcom County North Rotary and Paul Harris Fellow. Peace Corps Volunteer (Somalia). Elected Experience: Lynden City Council Position 6 since 2006. Current member of Public - Works, Community Development, and Finance Committees. Education: Graduate of Westem Washington University (Chemistry) David Burns Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Self-employed State Farm agent Significant Career Experience:_ Insurance agent 32 years Elected Experience: Lynden City Councilmember since 1994 Education: Graduate Calvin College Family: Married — 3 children — 10 grandchildren ,Candidate Statement: No statement submitted Address: P.O. Box 391, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-2123 James S . Ackerman Non -Partisan No Photo Current Occupation/Employer: Realtor at Snapper Shuler Kenner Submitted Real Estate Inc. Significant Career Experience: Nooksack City Council member from 1994 to 1998; Mayor City of Nooksack from 1998 to present Education: Graduated from Nooksack Valley High School in 1963 Family: Married to my wife Loma for over forty years. We have two sons and 6 grandchildren. (Four granddaughters and two grandsons.) Family: Married for 37 years to Teresa. Four children. Candidate Statement: I am honored to serve the citizens of Lynden for a second term. My goal is to maintain essential services to the community on the most cost effective basis possible. I thank the many citizens who have taken the time to share their vision and ideas for community needs with me. Your efforts and stewardship will continue to be needed as our community responds to the economic downturn. With your help we will all manage our way through the difficulties and still make Lynden a better place to live. Address: 417 British Columbia Ave., Lynden; WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-5571 E-Mail: t.gelder@verizon.net Candidate Statement: I have been mayor for the last 12 years, and feel like the city has some un- finished projects that I would like to see through to completion. I have lived in Nooksack for most of my 64 years of life and I fully intend to stay here to watch our family and friends grow along with our great little city. I be that managing growth, not restricting it, is the key to success for a small city like ours with a limited tax base. . Address: 511 W. 1st St., Nooksack, WA 98276 Phone: (360) 966-7945 12 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. ,No Photo Submitted Rena Guerin Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Significant Career Experience: 5 years member of Nooksack City Council Education: BA in Education WWU Family,: Widowed, two adult children Daniel Bennett Non -Partisan .No Pl2otri Current Occupation/Employer: Candidate did not respond Submitted Significant Career Experience: In the past, I have worked with the Wash- ington State Attorney General's Office and am a recipient of the Attorney General Award. I also have an extensive history working with state and local agencies. - Education: BA, Pacific Lutheran University Family: Married to wife Amy sm Candidate Statement: Accountability, controlled growth, public safety, maintaining the City of Nooksack as a great place to live and raise a family - - these are my priorities as a member of the Nooksack City Council. I think my record speaks for itself. I pledge to ask questions and research issues concerning the citizens of Nooksack before making my decisions and I ask for your support in this election. Address: P.O. Box 530, Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 966-4797 E-Mail: renaguerin@msn.com Candidate Statement: I was bom and raised in northern Whatcom County. Because of that, I have a true concern for the issues that impact our city. I believe the city council needs to make practical, well thought out decisions, especially in these difficult economic times. It needs to be diligent in stretching our dollars to ensure the least financial impacr on taxpayers and the recipients of those dollars. It should also have a desire to work with its fellow citizens when making decisions. When elected, I will work with my fellow council members to make quality decisions the people of Nooksack deserve. Address: P.O. Box 4463, Nooksack, WA 98276 Phone: (360) 966-0963 CITY OF I OOKSACK Council Position 2 1 No Photo Submitted Peter G. Lubetich Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 4109, Nooksack, WA 98276 E-Mail: peter—lubetich@comcast.net No Statement Submitted Linda S . Bylsma Candidate Statement: I have been on the Nooksack Council since January of 2009. Since then, I have been active with the Whatcom County Growth Management Committee, have worked Non -Partisan on developing a new website for the City of Nooksack, and the landscaping project for the City Park. Nooksack has some important issues to: face in the coming years, and 1 feel my life experi- Current Occupation/Employer: Owner and Farm Manager of Lost River ences have prepared me to serve the people of Nooksack in making the right decisions to best Alpacas serve these citizens. Significant Career Experience: 30 years in Title Insurance Industry Address: P.O. Box 4156, Nooksack, WA 98276 Education: Graduate of Washington State University, BA in Home Phone: (360) 966-5763 Economics E-Mail: LRalpacas@comcast.net Family: Married to Alan Bylsma, two children - CITY OF NOOKSIICK Council Position 3 � No Photo Submitted Thomas M. Jones Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Candidate did not respond Significant Career Experience: Candidate did not respond Education: Candidate did not respond Family: Candidate did not respond Candidate Statement: Because of the boom and bust economic cycles we are facing, I think experience on she :Nooksack City Council is a must. Thank you for your vote. Address: 511 W. 2nd St., P.O. Box 4067, Nooksack, WA 98276 Phone: (360) 966-5438 � cerr of suMas ,;a, Bob Bromley Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner, Bromley's Market IGA Significant Career Experience: Elected Sumas Mayor 2001-2009, Elected Sumas City Council 1987-2001, Small Cities Caucus Chair, Council of Gov- ernment Exec. Board, Flood Zone Advisory Committee, Economic Devel- opment Investment Board, Salmon Recovery Board, B WEDC Board, Sumas Chamber Past Pres., Sumas Lions Club Education: Graduate Nooksack Valley High School 1975 (Valedictorian), Attended Western Wash- ington University 1975-1977 Family: Married to Kandy Bromley, three children, three grandchildren Candidate Statement: I thank the citizens and voters of the City. of Sumas for giving me the honor to serve as your Mayor. Although I will be running unopposed this election cycle, I do continue to seek your support and vote. As a community we enjoy the lowest costs -in taxes, housing, and services in Wbatcbm County and I plan to keep it that way. The healthier our economy becomes we are able to keep our taxes ' lower, our town more self-sufficient, and our quality of life stronger. Please help me maintain this progress. with your support and vote this November. Address: P.O. Box 343, Sumas, WA 98295 Phone: (360) 988-8233 E-Mail: bulletl3@outdrs.net These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 13 CITY OF SUMS ' Council Position 1 No Photo .Submitted No Photo Srebmiaed Aro Photo ;Submined Bruce T. Bosch Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 566, Sumas, WA 98295 Phone: (360) 988-6007 Leige J. Clare Non -Partisan Address: 418 Wilson Lane, Sumas, WA 98295 Phone: (360) 961-9153 Michael Quinn Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Partner in Sumas Auto Parts & Repair Inc. and Boundry Auto Parts Lynden Significant Career Experience: Sumas City Council Position I from Jan. m 1990 to Dec. 2001; Suas Council Position No. 4 from 2007 to present time Education: Graduate Nooksack High 1969 Family: Married, two children, four grandchildren Steven H. Smith Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Fourteen years as an accounting instructor (eight years at WWU). An accountant with Orphalee Smith, CPA. W1Significant Career Experience: Over 14 years of teaching experience. Over 20 years of accounting and finance experience - helping people understand complex accounting and financial issues; eight years with an international accounting firm assisting organizations and individuals analyze and report financial data. Education: BBA Accounting, Iowa State University; M.S: Accounting; Oklahoma State Univer- sity; Ph.D. Accounting, Arizona State University. Rogan Jones Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner and operator of Affordable Information. Significant Career Experience: Rogan is a former director for KGMI/ KISM. He served on the 2005 Bellingham Public Schools Bond Commit- tee which successfully raised $67 million for the district. Rogan has more than 20 years experience running local businesses and is currently a director of the Whatcom Community Foundation and Business Bank. Education: BS, California Polytechnic University Family: Rogan is a third generation Bellingham resident and active community member. He knows this town, its history, and -its people. Rogan and his wife, Wendy have two children attend- ing Bellingham Public Schools. Scott Stockburger Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Family Doctor, Stockburger Family Medicine. Significant Career Experience: Physician licensed to practice medicine in the State of Washington, and a member of the Medical Staff of St. Joseph Hospital since 2000. Stockburger Family Medicine, 2005-present. Sea Mar Community Health Center, Bellingham, 2000-2004. Area Health Education Center, Fort Smith, Arkansas; 1998-2000. University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock, 1997-1998. - Education: M.D. 1997 University of Arkansas College of. Medicine; B.A. 1989 Hampshire Col- lege, Amherst, Massachusetts. No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: I'm running to improve our city in any way with my experience on the, council and in the local business community. Address: P.O. Box 67, Sumas, WA 98295 E-Mail: miquinn@verizon.net Family: Married 20 years to Kim Smith; two daughters who have attended elementary, middle and high school in Bellingham; my youngest will graduate in 2610. Candidate Statement: The ultimate importance of our children's education outweighs any single issue. I am the ideal board candidate, and have both the financial and education background re- quired to tackle the hard issues facing our district in the coming years. Tough times require hard work, vision and thinking outside the box. We must help all students master the fundamentals ear- ly; learn methods for solving complex problems, and ensure necessary parent -teacher partnering. As a board member, I will seek your counsel, address your concerns, approach issues with an open mind, and work to make Bellingham's schools centers of academic excellence for all children. Address: 609 Ridgeway Dr., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: (360) 393-1518 • E-Mail: BellinghamKl2@gmail.com Website: www.BellinghamKl2.com Candidate Statement: As a product of Bellingham's community schools, and a proud graduate of Sehome High School, I feel now, more than ever, we need to make sure our children have ac- cess to the best education we can possibly provide, without jeopardizing our ability to have small schools in our neighborhoods. Currently, 91% of the students within our district attend public schools. I would like to keep it that way. I want to bring my business acumen and community commitment to the School Board to help our schools educate for the future, while preserving the values of Bellingham. Address: 901 Harris -Ave., Bellingham, WA 98225 Phone: .(360) 676-0866 • E-Mail: rogan@affoinfo.com Website: http://www.roganforschools.org Family: Married to the Rev. Andrea McMillin, 1993. Daughters Clara, grade 2, Happy Valley Elementary; and Sophia, grade'6, Fairhaven Middle School. Candidate Statement: Dr. Stockburger is committed to our schools and our community. He will support full -day kindergarten, neighborhood schools, arts and music, math and science. He will work to ensure that our schools continue to reflect. our community's values and our city's plans for growth. "Strong schools make for strong families, a strong community, and a strong economy. As a School Board Director, and a parent of young children, I pledge to support our teachers and administration, advocate for full -day kindergarten, and always put our students first." See more of Dr. Stockburger and his ideas about our schools at stockburgerforschoolboard.org. Address: P.O. Box 4470, Bellingham, WA 98227 E-Mail: stockburgerforschoolboard@gmail.com Website: www.stockburgerforschoolboard.org 14 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. BELLINGHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 501 Director Position 5 (Cont) Michael Jay Non -Partisan ` Current Occupation/Employer: President, Educational Systemics, Inc. Significant Career Experience: Taught at Independence HS, joined Apple Computer in 1986, moved to Bellingham in 1993, and founded two educa- tion companies, Mediaseek Technologies (1994) and Educational System- ics (2001). Served on several education -related boards locally and nation- ally over 25 years. Have had significant budget and policy responsibility. Elected Experience: Elected and served as President, Squalicum High School PTSA 2009/10. Education: Certified to teach Physical and Life Science pK-12, BA in Biology (UC Santa Cruz), MA in Education in Math, Science, and Technology (UC Berkeley). Family: A Geneva neighborhood resident with my wife, Mary, and grandson, Cameron, a 2009 Squalicum graduate. Candidate Statement: Children are our most valuable community resource and each one deserves to be happy and successful. While schools are the traditional place of learning, where our children learn extends beyond the school walls. I am committed to collaborating with city and county agen- cies to make better use of scarce resources. By setting high expectations and providing quality learning opportunities and guidance, we can raise learners who are prepared for college, career, and citizenship. I am committed to what is best for our children and the faculty/staff who serve them. Vote for open dialogue, vote Michael Jay for School Board. Address: 1760 Waterside Lane, Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 450-3765 • E-Mail: jay4education.com Website: www jay4education.org FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 502 Director District 4 Larry Hoffman Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Assistant Fire Chief, Whatcom County Fire District 7 Significant Career Experience: 21 Years in public service. Former small business,owner Education: Ferndale High School Graduate, Phoenix Institute of Technology Family: Married to Jane Hoffman, two children, Jake and Travis Lee Anne Riddle Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Washington State University Whatcom County Extension Food $ense Coordinator Significant Career Experience: Developed and coordinate Food $ense Nutrition Education Program, annually serving 5,000 children and adults in Whatcom County; 20 years volunteering in the Ferndale School District: PTO president; weekly volunteer in my children's classrooms; member of numerous school and district -wide committees. Elected Experience: 4 years on the Ferndale School Board; FSD Legislative Representative; Served on Superintendent Search, Health and Nutrition, Graduation Requirements and Bond and Levy Committees Candidate Statement: A career in public service has prepared me for the challenges that face us in these trying economic times. I have worked with budgets extensively in the public sector. I have experience negotiating union contracts and working with labor groups. My fob gives me the op- portunity to deal with emergent and nonemergent situations and make decisions based on the best facts available. I believe that public entrusts us with their money and we need to spend it wisely. I believe a common sense approach is the best way to deal with the issues that are presented to us. Address: 5515 Northwest Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 384-6598 E-Mail: LarryHoffman502@yahoo.com Education: Western Washington University, BA in Psychology, 1980; ongoing school board training Family: Lifelong Whatcom County resident; Married 32 years 'to Reg Riddle; Three children: Megan, Justin and Kristin Candidate Statement: I am running to retain my position on the Ferndale School Board because I care deeply about quality education and safety for all.students; I work.to improve communication between board, superintendent, staff and community; I listen carefully to all views and take time to make difficult, fiscally responsible decisions; I have the experience to see the new superintendent through her first years; I am committed to spending the time required to do this job well. With your support, I look forward to continuing to work for the children and families of the Ferndale School District. Address.. 5032Waschke Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 384-9051 • E-Mgil: leeanne4kids@comcast.net Website: www.leeanne4kids.com �FERNDALE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 502 Director District 5 Andrew McLaurin Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Associate Director of Operations, Skagit Valley Medical Center , Significant Career Experience: Resident of Ferndale since 2001. Selected in 2008 by the FSD to fill the unexpired term of Norman Robertson. On the FSD board during significant change: Served on two bond committees for FSD. 15 years of experience working with multiple school districts in NC as a consultant regarding the provision of services to students with, special needs; 15 years of experience in healthcare management. Education: MBA-UNC Greensboro; MS in Speech and Hearing Sciences-UNC Chapel Hill; BA- UNC Chapel Hill Troy Clark Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Self-employed, -Bellingham Grocery Outlet — Owner/Operator Significant Career Experience: Operator Advisory Board, 1992-1996 G.O.I., Inc. Berkeley, CA. Board Director, Ferndale Boys and Girls Club, ! 1998-2009. Bond and Levy Committee, Ferndale School District, 2006. Education: University of Phoenix Family: Married to Tina Clark for 21 years, five children (two in college, and three attending in the Ferndale School District) Family: Married to Jennie McLaurm, five children who have been students in the Ferndale schools Candidate Statement: When we decided to relocate to the Pacific Northwest, my wife and 1 selected Ferndale as our home in part because of the quality of the schools: We quickly became involved in our children's education and have worked to support our schools and teachers. This is a time of transition and opportunity in the FSD. Budget reductions have created a need for creative, fiscally responsible leadership. I have worked diligently over the last year to be an informed and productive member of the Board. My knowledge and experience allows me to bring a fresh and unique perspective to the position. Address: 5911 Malloy Ave., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 383-0347 E-Mail: mclaurin4fsd@aol.com Candidate Statement: We have the tremendous opportunity in the Ferndale School District to help make the lives of our children, families, staff and community the very best for all. In order to do this, we desperately need a current vision, continued community and parent involvement, open communication, the ability to listen, and common sense surrounded by principles and values. This is what I will bring to OUR School Board when elected. It is time to make a difference again Ferndale! I would greatly appreciate your vote and your voice. Thank you. Address: 2150 Sunrise St., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 920-5171 E-Mail: troyclark3@msn.com L BLAINE SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 503 Director District 3 J 1Vo Photo Subrmned Susan Holmes Non -Partisan . Address: 8193 Chehalis Rd., Blaine, WA 98230 6] No Statement Submitted These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grahimar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 15 ,%`o Photo Submitted No Photo Submitted Mike Dodd Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 2916, Blaine, WA 98231 Gary A. Vis Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Executive Director Lynden Chamber of Commerce Significant Career Experience: Lynden councilmember for 9 years, Lyn - den Park and Recreation District Board President for 1 year Elected Experience: Lynden City Council, Lynden Park and Recreation District Education: Lynden High School, Skagit Valley College Family: Married with 4 children ages 12 to 18 !N`o Plic)to S1 b"nitted Todd Lingbloom Non -Partisan Address: 106 Van Loo Lane, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-2224 E-Mail: tlingbloom@aol.com Mike Haveman Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Chief Financial Officer, Enfield Farms, Inc. Significant Career Experience: Licensed Certified Public Accountant No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: I decided that rather than sitting on the sidelines and complaining I had better get off my rear and help. I believe I have experience that may assist the Lynden School Dis- trict "team" in producing well educated and well rounded individuals. To give our children a solid base to either start a career, continue their education or wherever life takes them we need a com- munity supporting a school system that supports a child. From cooking and sewing to advanced mathematics and science we must balance what we do with our resources ensuring our communi- ties future for generations to come. Address: 8844 Bender Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: The goal of the district must be to provide the best learning environment for all our students within the means of the budget. Over the next several years the Lynden School District will have many difficult decisions to make due to budget deficits, new facility require- ments, and staffing needs. I have the educational background, business knowledge and budget experience to help the district make these tough decisions. I believe in fiscal responsibility and planning for long term solutions. Education: Masters of Science in Taxation, Golden Gate University; Address: 8225 Bob Hall Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Emphasis Accounting, Phone: (360) 815-3709 Washington State University E-Mail: mhaveman@earthlink.net Family: Married to Patty Haveman; two children grades 11 & 8. Rollo Van Slyke Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner- Rollo Van Slyke Agency, Inc. of Farmers Insurance 23 years Significant Career Experience: 23 years as an insurance agency owner plus 10 years of prior business experience Education: AS from Olympic Community College; Attended Western Washington University; -Life Underwriters Training Council Family: Married 25 years to Rebecca, one daughter Candidate Statement: The future of our country rests with our children. We need to work to- gether to ensure their best education in spite of the current economic situation. The Lynden School District is at a pivotal point. Rebuilding trust within the district, searching for a new superinten- dent, dealing with budget challenges, and looking ahead to new building projects are priorities. Besides having served on various boards, I bring over twenty years' experience as a business owner, financial planner, and concerned parent to this position. Address: 150 Rosemary Way, Lynden, WA 98264 Phone (360) 354-5797 L MERIDIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 505 Director District 1 No Photo Subil i ined Craig Wasilewski Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Owner and manager of Industrial Design & Equipment Inc. or (Indeco). Indeco is a design and build metal fabrication firm specializing in industrial applications. ' Significant Career Experience: Journey man level machinist, certified weld- er, designer and active business man. Former volunteer fireman. Currently finishing the second year of an interim position on Meridian school board. Family: Married to Julie, and have three children; Tyler 17, Sydney 14, and Alex 11 Candidate Statement: My wife and I moved to our current address in 1988 after attending W.W.U. and although not originally from here we have raised our family here and feel it is important to give back to your community. I am looking forward to continuing to support and contribute to the success of Meridian School district. Address: 6595 Old Guide -Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 398-2266 Education: Industrial Technology major, Western Washington University 16 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. Karolyn Crabtree Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Credit & Collections Supervisor, Shainin LLC Significant Career Experience: Washington State PTA Finance officer, June 2006-May 2008, Region Director WSPTA 2004-2006, Meridian Com- bined PTA member for 10 years. I am the current Chair of the Meridian Citizens for Education Committee (levy committee), I've been a member of the committee for 8 years. Education: Graduated Kearny High School 1975, Attended Mesa Community College 1976, San Diego State University 1977-1981. ,N%o Phow. Submitted No Photo Submitted No Photo Jiff bmi tied Brian -A. Evans Non -Partisan Address: 1501 E. Kelly Rd.., Bellingham, WA-98226 Randall Wright Non -Partisan Address: 1913 Van Dyk Rd., Everson, WA 98247 Stephen A. Jones Non -Partisan Address: 108 W. 2nd St., P.O. Box 4337, Nooksack, WA 98276 Phone: (360) 966-4802 E-Mail: nooksackjones@msn.com MOUNT BAKER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 507 No Pho w Submitted David E. Smith Non -Partisan Address: 5849 Sand Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone. (360) 592-5720 Family: Married to Charlie, son Mark in High School. Candidate Statement: I am running for School Director because I believe in public schools. I have been fortunate to have spent the last 10 years volunteering in our community and at a state level to improve public education for the kids of Washington State. Parents, educators and legisla- tors are partners in this process. 1 have made trips to Olympia and Washington DC to speak with our legislators about the importance of supporting education. Our community is what makes this a great place to raise families. I want to help Meridian continue to provide a great educational experience for kids in our community. Address: 329 W. Hemmi Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 398-7102 E-Mail: klcrab@hotmail.com No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Director District 1 J No Statement Submitted James Freeman Family: My wife, Helen, and I have lived in the Mount Baker School District for 39 years and all Non -Partisan three of our daughters attended Mount Baker schools. Candidate Statement: I was elected to the Mount Baker School Board in 1999 and have appreci- No Photo Current Occupation/Employer: I teach an occasional math class at ated the support of the community, my fellow Board members, the staff, and students of the Mount Submitted Whatcom Community College and also serve as an Assistant Women's Baker School District. There is no growth without a challenge. Since these are challenging times, i Basketball coach. I expect that we will continue to grow. JSignificant Career Experience: I have been a math teacher and athletics Address: 5510 Mt. Baker Hwy., Deming, WA 98244 coach for 43 years. 28 years of that career were spent teach/coaching at Phone: (360) 592-5836 Mount Baker Junior -Senior High until I decided to retire in 1998. However, E-Mail: freemanjames@msn.com I immediately regretted that decision and reentered the teaching profession for one year at Ever- green Christian High School and 8 years at Lummi High School finally retiring in 2007. Education: BA degree from WWU These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 17 Rae (Crissie) Wilson Non -Partisan No Photo SubmittedAddress: 43224 Spring St., Concrete, WA 98237 No Statement Submitted Vincent Hedrick Non -Partisan "No Photo Address: 41938 Cedar St., Concrete, WA 98237 ,Submined Bill Thompson Non -Partisan ?4'o Photo Address: 49304 Skagit Ridge Rd., Concrete, WA 98237 Submitted Phone: (360) 853-8887 !VO Photo Submitted N{: Photo Suhmirted Lucille .Claybo Non -Partisan Address: 39446 Cape Horn Rd., Concrete, WA 98237 Floyd Roorda Non -Partisan Address: 6996 Mecklem Rd., Everson, WA 98247 Phone: (360) 966-3182 E-Mail: FRoorda@comcast.net David A. Wright Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Whatcom County Traffic Safety Task Force Target Zero Manager, hosted by the Ferndale Police Department. f Significant Career Experience: I have served the community for 30 years as a Police Officer in such areas as Crime Scene Investigator, patrol officer, K-9 officer and special investigations detective. I have been the representa- tive to the Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs, the LEOFF I Pension Medical Committee, and the Police Bargaining team. h No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Family: Married to Christine Wright, we have three sons, a junior in High School, a junior in col- lege, and one working in the corn puter industry. Candidate Statement: When I learned of the pending vacancy of the Fire District 4 Position 1 Commissioner because of the King Mountain annexation I thought I would apply to fill the final year. I was fortunate to be selected and have been filling that position since January 1. I would like the opportunity to continue to serve the residents of Fire District 4 by making sure that we have the best Fire Protection possible with the resources available to us. Address: 4637 Lee Court, Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 920-8428 E-Mail: dawright1099msn.com Education: Bachelor of Science: Police Science and Administration, Washington State University. 18 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. Commissioner Position No. 1 (conf. Harry Andrews Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired international pilot, Delta Air- , � t lines. Significant Career Experience: 34 years with Delta Airlines. Elected Experience: Served 6 years as commissioner (3 years as chairman) for Whatcom-County Fire District No. 6 (Chuckanut). Served during that time as president of the South Region of Whatcom County Fire Commispioners Association. Also served on Whatcom County's Emergency Medical Services Working Group, which developed a plan for the EMS system that was adopted by fire districts, cities and the county in 2005. Education: Bachelor of Business Administration degree, University of Miami. ,N'o Pitoto Submitted 'No Pilot?? Submitted No Photo Submitted No Photo Submitted Susan Brownrigg Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Therapy Manager at St. Joseph Hospital Significant Career Experience: Candidate did not respond Education: BS Occupational Therapy Family: Married Al Saab Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Significant Career Experience: 32 years with Intalco Aluminum Corp: Education: Two years college Family: Married to Donna, two children, four grandchildren (another due in August) Wallace Croy Non -Partisan Address: 888 Marine Dr., Bellingham, WA 98225 Ed Scott Non -Partisan Address: 2229 N. Nugent Rd., Lummi Island, WA 98262 Family: Married 40+ years to Susan Mitchell Andrews; 4 children and 7 grandchildren Candidate Statement: It would be an honor to serve District 4 residents as your fire commis- sioner. With six years of experience as a commissioner for District 6 (Chuckanut) and as a volun- teer fi.refighter in Connecticut, I'm ready to contribute inunediately. My focus is on the safety of our firefighters, ensuring they have the necessary training, equipment and vehicles to be protected while they serve us. I'd also seek improved efficiency in administration and operations to better utilize taxpayer dollars. We should examine whether consolidation with neighboring districts may cufcosts -without negatively affecting response times alid quality of service. Address: 4921 Zander Dr., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 220-6075 • E-Mail: orphalee@yahoo.com Website: www.andrewsfire4.com Candidate Statement: I have been on the Point Roberts Fire Department as a commissioner for the past 5 years and am running for re-election. I have found it to be very informative as a community resident, to be a volunteer leader within the Fire Department. My goal has been to help the Fire Department provide safe, timely and cost effective fire protection and emergency response to medical events. Point Robert's iesidents and visitors rely on an active, responsive Fire Department. It has been my privilege to be a part of that organization for the past 5 years and I hope to continue. Address: 646 South Beach -Rd., Pt. Roberts, WA 98281 Candidate Statement: This will be my third term as a fire commissioner for WCFD #7, after spending 32 years as a volunteer firefighter/first responder. Continuing my involvement with the fire and EMS system in Whatcom County has been a great experience. Seeing the emergency ser- vices,continue to serve the public, to a level where it has grown, is very rewarding. It is a pleasure to work with all the individuals in the industry and to keep Whatcom County one of the leaders of emergency services, in Washington State. Address: 6733 Figali Lane, Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 366-5574 No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Wendell Terry Candidate Statement: I wish to serve my community as a commissioner for Fire District 11, my home for the past 12 years. Marty of our citizens do -not understand the chain of response set off by Non_Partisan a call to 911. They trust that when the day comes that they need to make that emergency call their No Photo taxes have been well managed and will provide them with the prompt necessary services. I will Current Occupation/Employer: Retired practice due diligence in honoring that trust. Submitted Significant Career Experience: My career experience includes the last 2 years as an Interim Fire commissioner for Fire District 11, 16 years as a Address: 2882 N. Nugent Rd., Lummi Island, WA 98262 manager for Qwest telephone company, and 4 years as the Support Officer Phone: (360) 758-7432 for Lummi Island. Education: Attended WWU, Bellingham Technical School Family: Married with grown children These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 19 Larry M..Moore Non -Partisan No Photo Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Submitted Significant Career Experience: 35 years of service as a firefighter/para- medic with Bellingham Fire Department Elected Experience: Three years as Commissioner Chair of Fire District No. 14 Education: Graduated from Bellingham High School; trained with Seattle Fire Department in as- sociation with the University of Washington and Harborview Medical Center RobRoy M. Graham, Jr. Non -partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Contractor, Northwest Laminates Significant Career Experience: Volunteer Firefighter/EMT since 1987 Education: Graduate of Western Washington University. BS in Biology Family: Married to Marsha Graham, two grown children Family: Married, two grown children, two grandchildren Candidate Statement: I am seeking a second term as Fire Commissioner for fire district #14. In the last two years we have purchased two new fire apparatus, appointed a new fire chief, purchased land next to the Kendall fire hall for expansion, developed Basic Life Support transport capabili- ties, and we continue to work to keep the high level of service the public deserves. I oppose growth for greed in the Columbia Valley and support all efforts to provide quality fire and EMS protection to our citizens. Thank you. Address: 4567 Mosquito Lake Rd., Deming, WA 98244 Phone: (360) 592-5083 E-Mail: BarkleyCleo(�Paol.com Candidate Statement: I have spent the last one and one half years learning the responsibilities and job of being a fire Commissioner. A great deal of this time was spent familiarizing myself on growth issues affecting the future of District 14. I look forward to putting what I have learned to use continuing to provide fire and EMS services to the citizens of Kendall, Sumas and Welcome. Address: 5161 Mosquito Lake Rd., Deming, WA 98244 E-Mail: graham@nas.com r FIRE PROTECTIONDISTRICT NO. 16 Commissioner Position No. 1 j Gary L. Knaus Non -Partisan No Photo Address: 5575 Doran Rd., Acme, WA 98220 Submitted No Statement Submitted r- FIRE PROTE&TION DISTRICT NO. 17 Commissioner Position No. 1 No Pboto Subiniaed 'No Photo .Submitted Anthony Cannizzaro Non -Partisan .Address: 4073 ,Salt Spring Dr., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 384-8994 Connie Robinson Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Part time Home Depot Associate, Semi Retired. Significant Career Experience: 2nd term Board of Directors, Glenhaven Lakes Club, Inc.; Appointed as Fire.Commissioner April 2008. Education: Los Angeles City College Family: Two sons, Steven, working for Glenhaven Lakes Club, spent 10 years as a paid call fire fighter, rising to Captain, at Big Bear Lake Fire Department and Gregory, an Engineer with Big Bear City Fire Department. Each has one lovely daughter, my grand -daughters, Megan and Tara. No Photo Submitted Tim Coralline Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 5033, Glacier, WA 98244 Phone: (360) 599-2308 No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: I have had 21 years experience in municipal finance. Now working part time for Home Depot as a Special Service Associate. I was elected to the Board of Directors of Glenhaven Lakes Club, Inc. and am serving in my second three year term as Secretary. My ap-' pointment to fill the vacancy as Commissioner at Whatcom Fire District 18 was April 2008. Hav- ing two sons, both fire fighters has made the Fire Service's a part of my heart and I appreciate the honor to serve my community now and in the future. Address: 487 Vine Maple Way, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 Phone: (360) 595-0280 E-mail: ConnieRobinson@netzero.net No Statement Submitted 20 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. Dean A. Whitney Non -Partisan No Photo Address: 747 E. Del Ray Dr., Lynden, WA 98264 Submitted Phone: (360) 815-0104 E-Mail: car301@aol.com Lynn Trzynka Non -Partisan No Photo Current Occupation/Employer: Retired ,Suhniitred Significant Career Experience: Economic Development Professional/ Business Advisor, Adjunct Business Professor Education: MBA Western WA University, BA University of Washington Family: Married Madeleine Anderson Non -Partisan No Photo Current Occupation/Employer: Consultant Subuzitte'cl Significant Career Experience: Water Commissioner for the Point Rob- erts, Water District for 10 years; Currently sitting on 4 other boards - Chair/ President of 2 Non -Profit Societies; Former board member of the Point Roberts Taxpayer's Association ' Education: BA in Environmental Design, Pratt Institute NY No Plaoto Submitted No Photo .Stibnritterf Scott Hackleman Non -Partisan Address: 604 Calhoun Dr., Point Roberts, WA 98281 Thomas Rhone Non -Partisan Address: • 3779 Toad Lake Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 676-1023 No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: As Chuckanut Fire District Commissioner for the past four years, I worked toward the consolidation of Chuckanut, Samish, Yew Street , Geneva and Sudden Valley districts into a single Fire Authority. I desire to continue in this governance role with the goal of providing efficient and quality fire and emergency life safety services. My experience in strategic planning and financial management coupled with dedication to transparency and accountability will benefit the people of the district. If reelected, I pledge to continue to be a responsible steward of the tax- payer resources and to serve the best interest of the entire Fire Authority. Address: 1247 Chuckanut Dr., Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 715-8038 Family: Married to Holger Michelsen & we are now grandparents Candidate Statement: My experience on the Point Roberts Water Board has been both rewarding and challenging. Together, with my fellow commissioners, we have weathered a few storms and have made significant progress in addressing both the needs of the district and our customers. I have always tried to be fair and equal in dealing with all issues and customers concerns. I have an extremely high regard for water and it's conservation is of great importance to me. Setting a good example to others and finding ways to achieve less consumption are examples of my objectives. Address: 161 Ronald Dr., Pt. Roberts, WA 98281 Phone: (360) 945-5474 No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted r WATFFR DISTRICT N0. 7 Commissioner Position No. 3 (Continues on Next Page) No Photo Submitted Bruce T. Siren Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Significant'Career Experience: EE; 30 years designing or supervising projects in the oil or forest products industries. Electrician; 10 years of con- struction in oil, forest products, and mining industries Education: BS, MS Electrical Engineer, Journeyman Electrician Family: Wife Mary Siren Candidate Statement: My intent is to offer my experience in industry to solve problems and help manage the operations of Whatcom Water District No. 7. In particular, to insure that maintenance is performed so that water systems and fire hydrants continue to operate trouble free. Address: 3844 Gala Loop, Bellingham, WA 98226 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 21 WAM DISTRICTNC,. 7 Commissioner Position No. 3 (cont.) Michael Webb Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: I am semi -retired with my own general contractor's business, Webb Construction. Significant Career Experience: Two years ago I retired from teaching el- ementary school in Bellingham for 32 years. Elected Experience: I have been elected president, or board member, to the Emerald Lake Property Owner's Association for numerous years. Education: Master's Of Education Family: My wife and I have lived in the Emerald Lake area for over 30 years. We enjoy hiking, biking, gardening, and I feel a strong sense of commitment to help preserve the resources, and quality of life, in this unique area. Candidate Statement: I served as your appointed Water District Commissioner since January, 2008. Duririg this time I collaborated with our Commissioners, Manager, Engineer, and local agen- cies to complete -our Comprehensive Plan. This plan addresses upgrading portions of our outdated water system. My focus is making necessary decisions paired with cost effective measures. I will ensure that District decisions are made transparent to the public. I am also the District's voluntary representative for the Whatcom Water Alliance. I look forward to helping develop a quality, ef- ficient water system that reflects fairness and reasonable choices for all customers. I would ap- preciate your vote. Address: 1645 Emerald Lake Way, Bellingham, WA 98226 Phone: (360) 733-5429 E-mail: mikerwebb@comcast.net BIRCH MAY ER & SEWER DISTRICT NO. 8 Commissioner Position No. 1 No Photo Submitted No Photo Submined /1'o Photo Submitted No Photo :Submitted Carl Reichhardt Non -Partisan Address: 8609 Semiahmoo Dr., Blaine, WA 98230 No Statement Submitted Phone: (360) 371-2267 Thomas L. Hadd Non -Partisan Address: 1953-Lake Whatcom Blvd., Unit 1B, Bellingham, WA 98229 No Statement Submitted Phone: (360) 738-4849 Leslie McRoberts Non -Partisan Address: 553 Sudden Valley, Bellingham, WA 98229 E-Mail: lcmcr@comcast.net No Statement Submitted Robert N. Merrill Non -Partisan Address: 1185 Roy Rd., Bellingham, WA 98229 Phone: (360) 303-7930 No Statement Submitted Robert Vandenhaak Non -Partisan Address: P.O: Box 836, Maple Falls, -WA 98266 No Statement Submitted 22 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. Kaye Koenig Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Performance Integrity Analyst with Regence Blue Shield of Washington Significant Career Experience: Staff training and quality control expertise Education: Burlington Edison High School; accounting certificate of competency Family: Youngest of seven children; single ; ,o Photo Siebmitted No Photo Submitted NO Photo Submitted N"o Photo Submitted Phil Cloward Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Forester/Logging Engineer Significant Career Experience: Management and ownership of several career related business. Education: Forest Management, USU; Logging Engineering, UW Family: Wife, Joanne, 4 grown children, 9 grandchildren Ray Sygitowicz Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 5062, Glacier, WA 98244 Gordon W. Scott Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 67, Acme, WA 98220 Phone.: (360) 595-2434 Richard Banel Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Lawyer, self employed; Richard F. Banel PLLC Attorney at Law Significant Career Experience: Elected to Commissioner Position 1, Ev- ergreen Water -Sewer District 19, 2008-2010; Appointed to Commissioner Position 1, Evergreen Water -Sewer District 19, 2007-2008 Education: Graduate of Seattle University Law School; BA in Sociology/Journalism from Uni- versity of Washington Family: Divorced No Photo Submitted Gerald Kern Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Significant Career Experience: Military Veteran, Federal Government service of 36 years, served in the current Commissioner position for the past year. Education: Graduated high school and some college. Family: Married, four children, 8 grandchildren Candidate Statement: Having chosen the beautiful Columbia Valley as my home, I am commit- ted to assisting my community in protecting the current resources —excellent water quality and some of the lowest water rates in Whatcom County. Once elected, .i will work with the Board to design a Water Use Efficiency Plan and assist in public education for water conservation. Major changes are eminent in the Columbia Valley. It is important that the Water District grows and moves forward, still protecting the constituents of Water District 13 from large rate increases. I look forward to serving my community with honesty and integrity. Address: P.O. Box 1114, Maple Falls, WA 98266 E-Mail: kayekoenig@aol.com - Candidate Statement: I am asking for your continued support as Commissioner for Water District #13. As a commissioner in Water district #13. I will continue to protect the interests of the current rate payers of the district by insuring good management practices, fiscal responsibility, ensuring that the districts business is conducted in an open manner, working to improve our customer ser- vice and providing an affordable public utility for you our customers. Our future has issues that must be addressed, aging infrastructure, insuring that growth is managed and that its cost is covered by new users. I will continue to serve you and our interests. Thank You! Address: 522 Sprague Walley, Maple Falls, WA 98266 Phone: (360) 599-1738 E-Mail: shanent@comcast.net No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: During the past three years, our Water District has made major progress towards normalized operations. All three commissioners have been working as a team, something not seen previously. The district's capital facilties project is complete bringing us into compliance and reducing water loss -to permissible levels, and with a significant reduction in maintenance costs. The district now owns the office it occupies, financed with a zero percent loan, and has the proper land use permit, also a first. But there is still more important work to do and with your sup- port, I and the other commissioners will get it done. Address: P.O. Box 1581, Maple Falls, WA 98266 Phone: (360) 599-2232 E-Mail: rfbanel@aol.com Candidate Statement: Continue to improve the Water District's operations and staff. Work with the community and listen to their suggestions or guidance issues. Address: 7864 Chateau Rd., Maple Falls, WA 98266 Phone:. (360) 599-2014 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 23 Terri Maleng Non -Partisan No Photo Address: P.O. Box 156, Acme, WA 98220 Submitted No Photo :Submitted Charles Baker 'Non -Partisan Address: 3595 Sunrise Way, L•ummi Island, WA 98262 Phone: (360) 758-2545 Robert E. Straka Non -Partisan No Photo Address: P.O. Box 506, Maple Falls, WA 98266 Submitted Phone: (360) 599-2509 No Photo Subinittt�d John Groom Non -Partisan Address: 6160 Medcalf Rd., Bellingham, WA 98226 David J. Kratzig Non -Partisan tVri Photo Address: 6226 Chasteen Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 i Submitted E-Mail: djkratzig@gmail.com No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted IC!EMIETERY NO. 5 Commissioner DISTRICT Position No. 1 Theresa Sygitowicz Non -Partisan Address: 3031 Clipper Rd., Deming, WA 98244 No Statement Submitted 24 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy -by any government agency. No Photo Sub7nitted No Plano Submitted No Photo Submitted No Photo Submitted Kenneth John Ferry Non -Partisan Address: 4020 Valley Hwy: 9, Deming, WA 98244 Phone: (360) 592-5079 Julie Hughes Non -Partisan Address: 1142 Paradise Rd., Ferndale, WA 98248 Leonard A. Sund Non -Partisan Address: 6843 North Star Rd., Ferndale, WA 98248 Phone: (360) 366-5873 Michael R. Campbell Non -Partisan Address: 7160 Ham Rd., Ferndale, WA 98248 E-Mail: campbell5657@yahoo.com • Ernie T. Loreen Non -Partisan Address: 260 Tyee Dr., Point Roberts, WA 98281 Phone: (360) 945-5175 w No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Richard H. Decima Candidate Statement: It is my mission to maintain the Lynden and Greenwood cemetery proper- ties in a well-groomed and attractive manner and to manage the affairs of the District cost-effec- NOn-Partisan tively while preserving the historical and cultural values of the community and offering affordable a� interment services to residents. Current Occupation/Employer: Retired Significant Career Experience: Current: 5 years as incumbent com- Address: 273 Maberry Loop, Lynden, WA 98264 z missioner of Cemetery District 10. Pre-vious: 3 years as -treasurer of a Phone: (360) 820-1660 private cemetery. E-Mail: rhdecima@aol.com Education: Graduate of Pennsylvania State University with a BS in Accounting Family: Wife Susan and daughters Karlee and Karina These statements'are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 25 Roderic A.• Perry Non -Partisan No Photo Address: 8992 Van Buren Rd., Everson, WA 98247 Submitted No Photo Subrnitted No Photo + Stibmitted +j Richard C. Sturgill Non -Partisan Address: 1218 4th St., Blaine WA 98230 Katy Montfort Non -Partisan Address: 8026Birch Bay Dr. #240, Blaine, WA 98230 Phone: (360) 371-7419 E-Mail: k.montfort@comcast.net Terry Johnston Non -Partisan Ao Photo Address: 5496 Night Heron Dr., Blaine, WA 98230 Submitted Phone: (360) 371-7017 _No Ph0to Submitted I Ted Morris Non -Partisan Address: P.O. Box 1197, Blaine, WA 98231 Phone: (360) 371-5139 Betty Sells Robertson Non -Partisan No Photo Address: 4837 Fir Tree Ln., Blaine, WA 98230 Subrtlitted Phone: (360) 371-2084 No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted No Statement Submitted Commissioner ` • No Statement Submitted 26 These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. Kevin Burke Non -Partisan No Photo Address: 9670 Guide Meridian Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 Submitted Phone: (360) 354-2762 E-Mail: forburke@gmail.com Terry DeValois Non -Partisan Current Occupation/Employer: Self-employed dairy farmer Submitted Significant Career Experience: Lynden Regional Parks & Recreation Dis- trict (12 years); Berthusen Advisory Board (14 years); Lynden School Dis- trict (44 years, with 35 years as Athletic Director) Education: Western Washington University, BA & MA Family: Married, 4 children, 7 grandchildren N'o Photo ,Sabmitted David G. Walker Non -Partisan Address: 15404 Estes Rd., Bow, WA 98232 Barbara Wray Wayland Non -Partisan `Vo Phof,� Current Occupation/Employer: Registered Nurse, now self-employed ,Submitted writing educational materials for nurse education. Significant Career Experience: 30+ years in nursing, including patient care, management, hospital administration, and education. Education: Nursing degree, Long Beach City College; California Polytechnic University Family: Two grown daughters and five grandchildren Elected Experience: no previous elected positions; appointed to the County Commission for Chil- dren and Youth, San Luis Obispo, California. No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: I have been involved in Lynden area recreational programs my entire life — as a student in local schools, as a young adult in post-bigh school programs and as an Athletic Director working with many recreational groups. Address: 9604 Jackman Rd., Lynden, WA 98264 Phone: (360) 354-4293 No Statement Submitted Candidate Statement: I am a year-round resident of Point Roberts. I believe that our clinic is one of the most valuable resources on the Point and that my experience and training will be an asset to the Hospital Commission. Address: P.O. Box 1874, Point Robeits, WA 98281 Phone: (360) 945-3012 E-Mail: BarbWray@gmail.com Can't Find it Here?, O 1 t00. Check your State -Voters" Pamphlet Voters' Pamphlets Will Be Mailed In October These statements are submitted by the candidates and are not checked for grammar, spelling or accuracy by any government agency. 27 WHATCOM COUNTY RURAL LIBRARY DISTRICT PROPOSITION NO. 1 LEVY FOR LIBRARY OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE The Whatcom County Rural Library District Board of Trustees adopted Resolution No. 06/16/09-08 concerning property taxes for community libraries. This proposition would enable the District to operate and maintain its community libraries and library services by increasing its property tax levy rate from the current rate of $0.338 per $1,000 of assessed valuation to $0.44 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for collection in 2010, as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW. Thereafter,.such levy amount would be used to compute limitations for subsequent years as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW. Should this proposition be: APPROVED? REJECTED? Explanatory Statement Whatcom County Rural Library District is seeking voter approval for a -levy lid lift. The "levy lid" limit (RCW 84.55) requires that voters must approve any increase in revenue of more than I% over the previous year. This proposition would increase the District's property tax levy to $0.102 per $1,000 of assessed valuation, for a rate not to exceed $0.44 per $1,000 for collection in 2010 (approximately $2.08/month on a $250,000 home). Approval of the proposition is necessary to allow the District to maintain current levels of service, programs, and open hours at community libraries throughout Whatcom County. Statement For: Please vote YES, so we can keep enjoying bestselling books, interbranch delivery, dvd's, meeting space, children's story time, and more. WCLS has been run frugally, spent reserves, and made responsible cuts'. It cannot maintain current services without restoring funding. The "I % cap" hasn't stopped your property tax bill from doubling or tripling. However, it does cap the total budget figure for the county library system, no matter how many more people move here, and no matter how great the demand for service grows. In 2002 Whatcom libraries checked out 1 million items. In 2008 Whatcom libraries checked out 1.4 million items. That's a 40% rise in service delivered, while the budget was frozen to a 1% annual increase. This dropped your rate from the conventional 50 cents per $1000, down to 33.8 cents! That's right, the expanding resident base does not add to the budget. Everyone is taxed a lower and lower rate, since more taxpayers are splitting up the share of the inadequate budget. Let's bring the rate back up a bit to 44 cents, closer to what it should have been. At around $20 more per year, it's a great investment in a cornerstone for our whole community. Rebuttal of Statement Against: We directly see benefit from local tax for. sidewalks, libraries, and police etc. This differs from federal tax that might buy big wasteful things in far off states. Statement For prepared by: Florie Cox, Richard May, Jason Heck Statement Against prepared by: Jeff Waters Statement Against: People don't like to pay tax. Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Complete text of this measure can be found on page 32 PROPOSITION NO. 1 POINT ROBERTS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT #1 Shall a tax, of approximately $0.0825 (eight and �/a cents), per thousand dollars of assessed valuation (based on 100% of true and fair value) to provide $42,000 (forty-two thousand dollars) for operation and maintenance purposes be levied for the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1 in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011 upon all taxable property within the District, all as specified in Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1, Resolution One? LEVY .................... YES ( ) LEVY.................... NO ( ) Explanatory Statement The purpose of this proposition is to provide $42,000 for the General Fund of the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District for operations and maintenance of the District. Such levy is to be made in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011. The district may use the proceeds of such levy during the 2010 and 2011 tax years, and may expend the proceeds of the levy to pay the general expenses of maintenance and operations as allowed by law. Statement For: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Complete text of this measure can be found on page 32 28 Statements For, Statements Against, and Rebuttals are the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any government agency. Ballot Measure PROPOSITION NO.1 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #2 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.2 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 passed Resolution No. 2009-02 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31,2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED? REJECTED? Explanatory Statement This measure would dissolve Whatcom County Fire -District 2 (the "District"), a participating member in the South Whatcom Regional Fire Authority (SWFA). The SWFA, - which also includes Fire Districts 2, was created by a vote of the people in 2008. Since January 1, 2009, the SWFA has been the exclusive provider of fire and emergency medical services within each of the four member districts. The SWFA, a separate governmental entity, is governed by an elected five member board of commissioners. The individual fire districts are no longer needed. Dissolving the District will eliminate unnecessary expenses. Statement For: Vote "YES" on Proposition 1 to complete the voter -mandated transition to effective, efficient community fire service. In Nov 2008, the voters of Whatcom County Fire Districts 2, 6, 9 and 10 overwhelmingly supported formation of South Whatcom Fire Authority (SWFA) to consolidate fire and emergency medical services in our communities. After a year of transition, SWFA now performs all of the functions of the previously -independent fire districts. As a governmental agency, Whatcom County Fire District 2 still exists but no longer serves any function. State law requires the district be dissolved by a vote of the people. WCFD2 has no assets, no firefighters and no purpose. In essence, the fire district exists only on paper —a government agency in name only. All four of the fire districts' governing Boards, as well as all SWFA Commissioners, unanimously support dissolving the now unnecessary independent fire districts. Your "YES" vote on Proposition 1 will: • Dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 2 • Comply with Washington State Law • Eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy Your vote will complete the transition from four independent fire districts to South Whatcom Fire Authority, a single, cost-effective agency dedicated to carrying on the long tradition of service to our community. Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted. Statement For prepared by: South Whatcom Fire Authority Board of Commissioners Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Ballot Measure Complete text of this measure can be found on page 33 PROPOSITION NO. 1 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #6 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.6 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 passed Resolution No. 2009-04 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED? REJECTED? Explanatory Statement This measure would dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 6 (the "District"), a participating member in the South Whatcom Regional Fire Authority (SWFA). The SWFA, which also includes Fire Districts 6, was created by a vote of the people in 2008. Since January 1, 2009, the SWFA has been the exclusive provider of fire and emergency medical services within each of the four member districts. The SWFA, a separate governmental entity, is governed by an elected five member board of commissioners. The individual fire districts are no longer needed. Dissolving the District will eliminate unnecessary expenses. Statement For: Vote "YES" on Proposition 1 to complete the voter -mandated transition to effective, efficient community fire service. In Nov 2008, the voters of Whatcom County Fire Districts 2, 6, 9 and 10 overwhelmingly supported formation of South Whatcom Fire Authority (SWFA) to consolidate fire and emergency medical services in our communities. After a year of transition, SWFA now performs all of the functions of the previously -independent fire districts. As a governmental agency, Whatcom County Fire District 6 still exists but no longer serves any function. State lawrequires the district be dissolved by a vote of the people. WCFD6 has no assets, no firefighters and no purpose. In essence, the fire district exists only on paper —a government agency in name only. All four.of the fire districts' governing Boards, as well as all SWFA Commissioners, unanimously support dissolving the now unnecessary independent fire districts. Your "YES" vote on Proposition 1 will. • Dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 6 • Comply with Washington_ State Law • Eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy Your vote will complete the transition from four independent fire districts to South Whatcom Fire Authority, a single, cost-effective agency dedicated to carrying on the long tradition of service to our community. Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Statement For prepared by: South Whatcom Fire Authority, Board of Commissioners Complete text of this measure can be found on page 33 Statements For, Statements Against, and Rebuttals are the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any government agency. 29 Ballot Measure PROPOSITION NO. 1 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #9 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.9 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 9 passed Resolution No. 2009-03 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED? REJECTED? Explanatory Statement This measure would dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 9 (the "District"), a participating member in the South Whatcom Regional Fire Authority (SWFA). The SWFA, which also includes Fire Districts 9, was created by a vote of the people in 2008. Since January 1, 2009, the SWFA has been the exclusive provider of fire and emergency medical services within each of the four member districts. The SWFA, a separate governmental entity, is governed by an elected five member board of commissioners. The individual fire districts are no longer needed. Dissolving the District will eliminate unnecessary expenses. Statement For: Vote "YES" on Proposition 1 to complete the voter -mandated transition to effective, efficient community fire service. In Nov 2008, the voters of Whatcom County Fire, Districts 2, 6, 9 and 10 overwhelmingly supported formation.of South Whatcom Fire Authority (SWFA) to consolidate fire and emergency medical services in our communities. After -a year of transition, SWFA now performs all of the functions of the previously -independent fire districts. As a governmental agency, Whatcom County Fire District 9 still exists but no longer serves any function. State law requires the district be dissolved by a vote of the people. WCFD9 has no assets, no firefighters and no purpose. In essence, the fire district exists only on paper —a government agency in name only. All four of the fire districts' governing Boards, as well as all SWFA Commissioners, \ unanimously support dissolving the now unnecessary independent fire districts. Your "YES" vote on Proposition 1 will: • Dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 9 • Comply with Washington State Law • Eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy Your vote will complete the transition from four independent fire districts to South Whatcom Fire Authority, a single, cost-effective agency dedicated to carrying on the long tradition of service to our community. Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Statement For prepared by: South Whatcom Fire Authority Board of Commissioners Complete text of this measure -can be found on page 34 111lipm. Ballot - . PROPOSITION NO. 1 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #10 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 10 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 10 passed Resolution No. 2009-02 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED? REJECTED? Explanatory Statement This measure would dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 10 (the "District"), a participating member in the South Whatcom Regional Fire Authority (SWFA). The SWFA, which also includes Fire Districts 10, was created by a vote of the people in 2008. Since January 1, 2009, the SWFA has been the exclusive provider of fire and emergency medical services within each of the four member districts. - The SWFA, a separate governmental entity, is governed by an elected five member board of commissioners. The individual fire districts are no longer needed. Dissolving the District will eliminate unnecessary expenses. Statement For: Vote "YES" on Proposition 1 to complete the voter -mandated transition to effective, efficient community fire service. In Nov 2008, the voters of Whatcom County Fire Districts 2, 6, 9 and 10 overwhelmingly supported formation of South Whatcom Fire Authority (SWFA) to consolidate fire and emergency medical services in our communities. After a year of transition, SWFA now performs all of the functions of the previously -independent fire districts. As a governmental agency, Whatcom County Fire District 10 still exists but no longer serves any function. State law requires the district be dissolved by a vote of the people. WCFD10 has no assets, no firefighters and no purpose. In essence, the fire district exists only on paper —a government agency in name only. All four of the fire districts' governing Boards, as well as all SWFA Commissioners, unanimously support dissolving the now unnecessary independent fire districts. Your "YES" vote on Proposition 1 will: Dissolve Whatcom County Fire District 10 Comply with Washington State Law Eliminate unnecessary bureaucracy Your vote will complete the transition from four independent fire districts to South Whatcom Fire Authority, a single, cost-effective agency dedicated to carrying on the long tradition'of service to our community; Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Statement For prepared by: South Whatcom Fire Authority Board of Commissioners Complete text of this measure can be found on page 34 30 Statements For, Statements Against, and Rebuttals are the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any government agency. Ballot Measure 4b- WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 18 PROPOSITION NO. 1 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES REGULAR PROPERTY TAX LEVY Shall Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 18 be authorized to levy a regular property tax for the continuation of the sum of $.28 cents Per $1,000-dollars assessed valuation each year for six consecutive years beginning in 2009, to begin collection in 2010, for the provision of all Emergency Medical Services as provided in Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 18 Resolution No. 7-09-1? YES NO Explanatory Statement The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 18 (South Lake Whatcom) has passed a resolution requesting an election to re -authorize or renew for six years a property tax levy not to exceed twenty-eight cents ($0.28) per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation. This levy would only be used for emergency medical services (EMS). It would provide funds necessary to continue the operation and maintenance of emergency medical aid vehicles staffed by emergency medical technicians. The funds would be used for personnel, training, equipment, supplies, vehicles or facilities. Statement For: EMS Levy funds are a large part of the District's budget. EMS funds are separate from funds received for Fire Suppression and can only be used for providing EMS services. The funds provided by the proposed EMS Levy are necessary for the District to continue providing emergency medical services for the protection of the health and life of the residents of Whatconi'County Fire District 18. The current EMS Levy for Whatcom County Fire District 18 was approved by voters six years ago and supplies crucial funding to the District to provide emergency medical services. The rate of the current EMS Levy is $.28 per $1,000 of assessed value and is set to expire in 2009. Taking into consideration current economic conditions, the EMS Levy is being submitted to the voters at the same rate of $.28 per $1,000 of assessed value. This rate will provide funding necessary to continue providing the same level of EMS services to the District, without causing any additional financial burden to our taxpayers. Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Statement For prepared by: Whatcom Fire 18 Committee For The EMS Levy Complete text of this measure can be found on page 35 Ballot Measure IV I PROPOSITION NO. 1 WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 21 INCREASING NUMBER OF COMMISSIONERS FROM THREE TO FIVE Shall the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 21 d/b/a North Whatcom Fire & Rescue be increased from three members to five members? YES NO Explanatory Statement This measure would permanently increase the members on the Board of Fire Commissioners for Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 from three to five. Although the Board of Fire Commissioners currently has five members, this is only a temporary result of the merger of-Whatcom County Fire Districts 3 and 13. The merger statutes require the Board to be reduced to three as Commissioner seats become vacant. Thus, this measure would maintain the current level of elected representation for the District. Statement For: - In 2007, Fire Districts 3 and 13 *merged into one Fire District forming North Whatcom Fire Protection No. 21, resulting in two three -person elected commissioner boards being merged into just one three -person elected commissioner board. The current board members feel that the size and diversity of the newly formed fire district Whatcom County Fire Protection No. 21 (dba North Whatcom Fire and Rescue), necessitates a board larger than just three members. This ballot measure. will mandate' a five -member board. The hope is that a five -member board will be small enough to be efficient, yet large enough to encourage the presence of different occupational backgrounds and represent differing regions of the district. Rebuttal of Statement Against: No statement submitted Statement Against: No statement submitted Rebuttal of Statement For: No statement submitted Statement For prepared by: Rich Bosman Complete text of this measure can be found on page 35 Statements For, Statements Against, and Rebuttals are the opinions of the authors and have not been checked for accuracy by any government agency. 31 Bay#Iv# Measure Full =0?O RESOLUTION NO.06/16/09-08 A RESOLUTION of the Whatcom County Rural Library District Board of Trustees providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the District at an election to be held on November 312009, of a proposition authorizing the District to pay costs of operations and maintenance of its library system by increasing its regular property tax levy above the limit established in RCW 84.55.010. WHEREAS, the Whatcom County Rural Library District, Washington (the "District") currently provides library services within unincorporated Whatcom County and within the cities of Blaine, Ferndale, Everson, Nooksack, Lynden and Sumas, Washington; and WHEREAS, RCW 27.12.050 authorizes an annual tax levy of up to $0.50 per $1,000 to provide operating revenues for rural library districts; and WHEREAS, the regular property taxes imposed in support of the District at a uniform rate throughout the District for the years 1998 through 2002 equaled $0.50 per $1,000 of assessed value; and WHEREAS, the rate of taxes levied in.support of the District have decreased each year since 2002 to the current rate of $0.338 per $1,000 of assessed value in 2009; and WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees of the District (the "Board") and District staff foresee increased demand for library services which cannot be adequately met with projected revenues for the years 2010 and thereafter, and WHEREAS, in the judgment of the Board it is essential and necessary to avoid further limitations in library services to District residents resulting from inadequate revenues, and the Board hereby finds a substantial need to restore the levy rate to maintain community library services at their current levels; and WHEREAS, RCW 84.55.050 authorizes the voters of a District to authorize an increase above the levy limitations established in RCW 84.55.010; and WHEREAS,.the conditions here and above set forth require the holding of a special election in the District; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE WHATCOM COUNTY RURAL LIBRARY DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. Findings: Purpose'and Description cif Ballot proposition, The Board hereby finds that it is in the best interests of District residents that it continue to operate its community library facilities and provide library services. In order to provide the revenue adequate to pay such costs, it is hereby found that the best interests of the residents of the District require the submission to the qualified electors of the District of a proposition whether the District shall levy regular property taxes above the limitations established in RCW 84.55.010 for approval or rejection at an election tobe held on November 3, 2009. The-Whatcom County Elections Division, as ex officio supervisor of elections in Whatcom County, Washington, is hereby requested to call and conduct such special election to be held within the District on such day and to submit to the qualified electors of the District for their approval or rejection, a proposition to restore the District's regular property tax levy by up to $0.102 cents per $1,000 of assessed valuation, thus increasing the levy to a total rate not to exceed $0.44 per $1,000 assessed valuation, for collection in 2010. Thereafter, such levy increase will be used to compute limitations for subsequent years as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW. Upon approval of the majority of voters of the proposition hereinafter set forth, the District may use proceeds of such levy for the purposes identified in this Section 1. Section 2. Ballot Proposition. The Secretary of the Board, not less than 84 days prior to such election date, is hereby authorized and directed to certify the following proposition to the Whatcom County Elections Division, as ex officio supervisor of elections in Whatcom County, Washington, in the following form: WHATCOM COUNTY RURAL LIBRARY DISTRICT PROPOSITION NO.06/16/09-08 LEVY FOR LIBRARY OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE To operate and maintain community library services, Whatcom County Rural Library District Board of Trustees adopted Resolution No. 06/16/09- 08 concerning property taxes. This proposition would enable the District to operate and maintain its community libraries and library services by restoring the District's regular property tax levy rate to $0.44 per $ 1,000 of assessed valuation for collection in 2010, thus increasing the levy as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW: Thereafter, such levy increase would be used to compute limitations for subsequent years as allowed by chapter 84.55 RCW. Should this proposition be: • APPROVED?........ ❑ REJECTED?.......... ❑ Section 3.3�ve>a11iJy If a section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase of this resolution is declared unconstitutional or invalid for any reason by any court of competent jurisdiction; such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this resolution. Section 4. Publication and Effective Date. This resolution shall be in full force and effective from and after its adoption and approval. ADOPTED by the Board of Trustees of the Whatcom County Rural Library District at a meeting thereof, this 16th day of June, 2009. By Nina A. Cox, Chairperson, Board of Trustees. CERTIFICATION: Janet E. Boyhan, Secretary, Board of Trustees POINT ROBERTS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT #1 may use the proceeds of such levy during 2010 and 2011 tax years and may expend the RESOLUTION ONE proceeds of said levy to pay general expenses of maintenance and operations of the District as may be_ authorized or allowed by the law for use of levy funds. A RESOLUTION of the Board of Directors of Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1, Whatcom County, Washington, providing for the submission to the qualified electors of the District at the General Election to be held therein on November 3, 2009, a proposition of whether or not there should be levied a tax of approximately $0._(08292 cents) per thousand dollars of assessed valuation (based on 100% of true and fair value) to provide $42,000 (forty-two thousand dollars) for the District's General Fund be levied upon all of the taxable property within the District, such levy to be made in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011; and WHEREAS, in order to properly provide for said operation and maintenance, it is deemed necessary that a tax of approximately $0._(08292 cents) per thousand dollars of assessed valuation (based on 100% of true and fair value) to provide $42,000 (forty-two thousand dollars) for the District's General Fund be levied upon all of the taxable property within the District as permitted by law to be levied for the District, such levy to be made in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011; and WHEREAS, the Constitution and Laws of the State of Washington require that the question of whether or not such a tax may be levied must be submitted to the qualified electors of the District for their ratification or rejection. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1, Whatcom County, Washington, as follows: Sec iot n I. It is hereby found and declared that the welfare of the residents of the District require the District to carry out the plans hereinafter provided. Section 2. In order to provide $42,000 (forty-two thousand dollars) for the General Fund of the District, the District authorizes the County Council of Whatcom County to levy a tax of approximately $0._(08292 cents) per thousand dollars of assessed valuation (based on 100% of true and fair value) to be levied in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011 upon all taxable property within the District. Upon approval by the voters of Proposition No. 1, hereinafter set forth, the District The Whatcom County Auditor as ex-officio supervisor of elections in Whatcom County is hereby requested to find the need to call and conduct said levy election to be held within the District on said date and to submit to the qualified electors of the District the proposition hereinafter -set forth. The Secretary of the Board of Directors is hereby authorized and directed to certify said proposition in the following form: PROPOSITION NO.1 POINT ROBERTS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT #1 Shall a tax of approximately $0._(0825 cents) per thousand dollars of assessed valuation (based on 100% of true and fair value) to provide $42,000 (forty-two thousand dollars) for operation and maintenance purposes be levied for the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1 in 2009 for collection in 2010 and 2011 upon all taxable property within the District, as specified in Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1, Resolution One. LEVY.....................YES ( ) LEVY ....................... NO( The Secretary of the Board of Directors is hereby authorized and directed to deliver a certified copy of this resolution to the Whatcom County Auditor. ADOPTED by the Board of Directors of_the Point Roberts Park and Recreation District #1, Whatcom County, Washington, at a meeting thereof, held August 10, 2009, the following directors being present and voting in favor of said resolution. POINT ROBERTS PARK AND RECREATION DISTRICT #1 'Board of Directors: Shelley Damewood, Beverly Griffith, Fred DeHaan, Linda Hughes, Mark Robbins 32 Ballot Measure Full Te RESOLUTION NO.2009-02 RESOLUTION TITLE: Dissolution of Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 WHEREAS, at the general election in November, 2008, the voters approved the formation of the South Whatcom Fire Authority ("SWFA"), which is comprised of the following fire districts: Whatcom County Fire District Nos. 2, 6, 9 and 10; WHEREAS, the SWFA commenced operations on January 1, 2009; WHEREAS, the purpose of creating the SWFA was to regionalize fire and emergency medical services in,order to provide an enhanced level of service while reducing redundancies between the four '(4) member fire -districts; WHEREAS, the applicable statutes governing fire districts and regional fire protection service authorities did not allow for the automatic dissolution of the District upon creation of the SWFA, but the SWFA Plan expressly contemplated that the dissolution of each of tale member fire districts would be brought to the voters; WHEREAS, because the SWFA:was not created until January 1, 2009, the District levied taxes for 2009, which revenues have been forwarded to SWFA for operations during 2009; WHEREAS, beginning in 2010, the SWFA, rather than the District, will levy the necessary .taxes to support its operations; WHEREAS, the District is now a non-essentiar, superfluous governmental entity; WHEREAS, until the District is dissolved, the Board of Fire Commissioners is required to meet monthly pursuant to RCW 52.14.090; WHEREAS, each of the member fire districts intend to submit to the voters of that district at the November 2009 general election a similar ballot proposition to dissolve each of the member fire districts; and .WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners believes it is in the best interests of the citizens of the District to dissolve the District and to eliminate an unnecessary layer of government by dissolving the District. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Commission of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 2 (the "District") as follows: Section 1. FINDINGS AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSITION. The Board of Fire Commissioners for Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 hereby finds that it is in the best interests of the District to submit to the qualified electors of the District at the general election to be held on November 3, 2009 a proposition to dissolve the District regarding the creation of the South Whatcom Regional Fire Protection Service Authority, pursuant to chapter 52.10 RCW. Section 2. BALLOT TITLE AND PROPOSITION. Pursuant to RCW 52.10.010, Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 has drafted a ballot title and requests that the Whatcom County Auditor submit to the qualified electors of Whatcom County Fire Districts No. 2 at the election to be held on November 3, 2009, a proposition in substantially the following form: RESOLUTION NO.2009-04 PROPOSITION NO.1 [Whatcom County Fire Protection District #21 DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUTY FIRE DISTRICT NO.2 The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 passed Resolution No. 2009-02 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively, by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED, .........................................................................[ } REJECTED........................................................................... [ } Section 3. IMPLEMENTATION: For purposes of receiving notice of any matters related to the ballot title, as provided in RCW 29A.38.080, the Boards of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Districts No. 2 hereby designate Dave Ralston, Fire Chief of South Whatcom Fire Authority as. the individual to whom the Whatcom County Auditor shall provide such notice. Section 4. COPIES -FILED WITH THE WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR. The District Secretary of Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 is authorized and directed, no later than August 11, 2009, to provide to the Whatcom County Auditor a certified copy of this Resolution and to perform such other duties as are necessary or required by law to the end that the Proposition described in this Resolution appears on the ballot at the November 3, 2009 election. All actions taken prior to the effective date of this Resolution and in furtherance of this objective are hereby ratified and confirmed. Section 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. - THIS RESOLUTION shall be in full force and effect upon passage and signatures hereon. PASSED by the Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 2 this loth day of June , 2009. WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 2: Paul Guy, Commissioner; Ronald E. Swanson, Commissioner.. ATTEST AND CERTIFICATION: Carrie L. Carter, District Secretary. Ballot Measure Full Text RESOLUTION TITLE: Dissolution of Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 WHEREAS, at the general election in November, 2008, the voters approved the formation of the South Whatcom Fire Authority ("SWFA"), which is comprised of the following fire districts: Whatcom County Fire District Nos. 2, 6, 9 and 10; WHEREAS, the SWFA commenced operations on January 1, 2009; medical services in order to provide an enhanced level of service while reducing redundancies between the four (4) member fire districts; WHEREAS, the,applicable statutes governing fire districts and regional fire protection service authorities did not allow for the automatic dissolution of the District upon creation of the SWFA, but the SWFA Plan expressly contemplated that the dissolution of each of the member fire districts would be brought to the voters; WHEREAS, because the SWFA was not created until January 1, 2009, the District levied taxes for 2009, which revenues have been forwarded to SWFA for operations during 2009; WHEREAS, beginning in 2010, the SWFA, rather than the District, will levy the necessary taxes to support its operations; WHEREAS, the District is now a non -essential, superfluous governmental entity; WHEREAS, until the District is dissolved, the Board of Fire Commissioners is required to meet monthly pursuant to RCW 52.14.090; WHEREAS, each of the member fire districts intend to submit to the voters of that district at the November 2009 general election a similar ballot proposition to dissolve each of the member fire districts; and WHEREAS, the Board of Commissioners believes it is in the best interests. of the citizens of the District to dissolve the District and to eliminate an unnecessary layer of government by dissolving the District. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Commission of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 6 (the "District") as follows: Section L FINDINGS AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSITION. The Board of Fire Commissioners for Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 hereby finds that it is in the best interests of the District to submit to the qualified electors of the District at the general election to be held on November 3, 2009 a proposition to dissolve the District regarding the creation of the South Whatcom Regional Fire Protection Service Authority, pursuant to chapter 52.10 RCW. Section 2. BALLOT TITLE AND PROPOSITION. Pursuant to RCW 52.10.010, Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 has drafted a ballot title and requests that the Whatcom County Auditor submit to the qualified electors of Whatcom County Fire Districts No. 6 at the election to be held on November 3, 2009, a.proposition in substantially the following form: PROPOSITION NO.1 [Whatcom County Fire Pmtection District #6] DISSOLUTION OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. The Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 passed Resolution No. 2009-04 concerning a proposition to dissolve the fire district. This measure would dissolve the fire district effective December 31, 2009, thereby allowing all fire and emergency medical services and administration to be performed exclusively by the voter approved South Whatcom Fire Authority which has provided such services since -its formation on January 1, 2009. Should this proposition be: APPROVED .......................................................................... [ l REJECTED...................................................:....................... [ l Section 3. IMPLEMENTATION. For purposes of receiving notice of any matters related to the ballot title, as provided in RCW 29A.38.080, the Boards of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Districts No. 6 hereby designate Daye Ralston, Fire Chief of South Whatcom Fire Authority as the individual to whom the Whatcom County Auditor shall provide such notice. Section 4. COPIES FILED WITH THE WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR. The District Secretary of Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 is authorized and directed, no later. than August 11, 2009, to provide to the Whatcom County Auditor a certified copy of this Resolution and to perform such other duties as are necessary or required by law to the end that the Proposition described in this Resolution appears on the ballot at the November 3, 2009 election. All actions taken prior to the effective date of this Resolution and in furtherance of this objective are hereby ratified and confirmed. Section 5. EFFECTIVE DATE. THIS RESOLUTION shall be in full force and effect upon passage and signatures hereon. PASSED by the Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 6 this loth day of June , 2009. WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 6: Brian Martin, Commissioner; Lynn W. Trzynka, Commissioner; David Franklin, Commissioner. ATTEST AND CERTIFICATION: Lesa Clark, District Secretary. 33 RESOLUTION #7-09-1 July 9, 2009 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT NO. 18, PROVIDING FOR THE SUBMISSION TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE DISTRICT AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD WITHIN THE DISTRICT ON November 3rd, 2009, OF A PROPOSITION AUTHORIZING THE LEVY OF A REGULAR PROPERTY TAX, IN THE SUM OF $.28 CENTS PER $1,000.00 ASSESSED VALUATION EACH YEAR FOR SIX CONSECUTIVE YEARS BEGINNING IN 2009, TO BEGIN COLLECTION IN 2010, FOR THE PROVISION OF ALL EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES AS PROVIDED 1N WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE DISTRICT NO. 18 RESOLUTION NO. 7-09-1 AND THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WASHINGTON RCW 8452.069 WHEREAS, it is the judgement of the Board of Commissioners of the district that it is essential and necessary for the protection of the health and life of the residents of the District that the emergency medical services enumerated in_this resolution are provided by the District. Such services will necessitate the expenditure of revenues for maintenance, operations, and equipment. WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #21 - RESOLUTION 2009-12 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #21 TO PERMANENTLY INCREASE THE MEMBERS ON THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS FROM THREE TO FIVE. WHEREAS, as a result of the merger of Whatcom County Fire Districts 3 and 13, the Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 d/b/a North Whaatcom Fire & Rescue (the "District') is currently comprised of five members; WHEREAS, the District currently has a five member Board of Fire Commissioners as a result of the merger; WHEREAS, RCW 52.06.085 establishes a process for decreasing the number of Commissioners to three; and WHEREAS, the District has determined that it would be in the best interests of the District and its citizens to permanently increase the Board of Fire Commissioners of the District from three to five members. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Fire Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 as follows` Section 1. FINDINGS AND DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSITION. The Board of Fire Commissioners for Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 hereby find that it is in the best interests of the District to submit to the qualified electors of the District at the general election to be held on -November 3, 2009 a proposition to permanently increase the Board of Fire Commissioners to five members. Section 2. BALLOT TITLE AND PROPOSITION. Pursuant to RCW 52.14.015, Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 has drafted a ballot title and requests that the Whatcom County Auditor submit to the qualified electors of Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 at the election to be held on November 3, 2009, a proposition in substantially the following form: r NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No, 18, Whatcom County, Washington as follows: Section 1. That the District shall provide emergency medical care or emergency medical services, including related personnel cost, training for such personnel, and related equipment, supplies, vehicles and structures needed for the provision of emergency medical services. " Section 2. In order to produce revenue adequate to continue to pay the cost of the providing of life protection services as described in SECTION 1 of this resolution and to maintain reserve funds sufficient to assure the continuation of such services, the district shall levy in 2009 and collect in 2010, a general tax on taxable property within the District, maintenance and operation cost in the amount bf S.28 cents per $1000 dollars of assessed valuation. Section 3. There shall be submitted to the qualified electors of the District for their ratification or rejection, at an election to be held on November 3rd, 2009, the question of whether or not such levy for maintenance and operations shall be made. ADOPTED at the regular meeting of the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No.18 on this 9th day of July, 2009. By Chairman Socorro Ruiz, Commissioner Constance Robinson, Commissioner Tari Caswell. ATTEST: Jackie Ruiz, Secretary to the Board - PROPOSITION NO.1 [Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 21] INCREASING NUMBER OF COMMISSIONERS FROM THREE TO FIVE Shall the Board of Commissioners of Whatcom County Fire Protection District No. 21 d/b/a North Whatcom Fire & Rescue be increased from three members to five members? Yes..... li;� -Section 3. COPIES FILED WITH THE WHATCOM COUNTY AUDITOR. The District Secretary of Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 is authorized and directed, no later than August 11, 2009, to provide to the Whatcom County Auditor, a certified copy of this Resolution and to perform such other duties as are necessary or required by- law to the end that the Proposition described in this Resolution appears on the ballot at the November 3, 2009 election. All actions taken prior to the effective date of this Resolution and in furtherance of this objective are hereby ratified and confirmed. Section 4. EFFECTIVE DATE. THIS RESOLUTION shall be -in full force and effect upon passage and signatures hereon. PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 6th DAY OF AUGUST OF 2009 BY THE BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS OF WHATCOM COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT #21. ATTEST: Bill Salter, Chairman; Dean A. Whitney, Vice -Chairman; Roger -Hawley, Commissioner; J.V. Hinchey, Commissioner; Tom Fields, Chief and Board Secretary CERTIFICATION: Tom Fields, District Secretary, Whatcom County Fire District No. 21 Ballots With Late Postmarks Cannot Be Counted Mail Your Ballot Early Remember that your ballot needs to be. postmarked no later than Election Day, November 3, 2009, to be counted. 35 SHIRLEY FORSLOF Whatcom County Auditor 311 Grand AV6nue #103 Bellingham, WA 98225, F F I C I ECT SAIL �I�ifh e U.S. Postal S5n-x ECRWSS RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMER NONPROFIT ORG: U.S. POSTAGE PAID LYNDEN, WA PERMIT NO.20