HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/08/2026 STUDY SESSION AGENDA PACKET
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION AGENDA
JULY 8, 2026 5:00 PM
345 6th Street, Suite 100, Bremerton, WA 98337 - Phone (360) 473-5280
Council Conference Room 603 will be open to the public to attend the Study Session in-person, but
there will be no opportunities for input. Public questions or comments may be submitted at any time
to City.Council@bremertonwa.gov.
Please remember that the content of the Agenda Bill items is subject to change; and no action at
the Study Session is anticipated.
Please visit https://www.bremertonwa.gov/691/Council-Meetings to review the Agenda & Study Session
Packet; and for instructions on how to join the meeting via Zoom.
A. AGENDA BILL BRIEFINGS
1. Confirm Appointment of Shannon Turner to the Bremerton Housing Authority Commission
2. Discussion on the Transportation Benefit District Item Order Updated
3. Ordinance amending Bremerton Municipal Code Chapter 10.42 entitled “Automated Traffic Safety
Cameras” Item Order Updated
4. Discussion on FY 2027 Lodging Tax Funding Priorities
5. Discussion on Approach to future of City’s Opioid Settlement Funds
B. GENERAL COUNCIL BUSINESS
1. Finance, Investment & Parking Committee Briefing (Last Meeting 6/30/26) – Chair Michael
Goodnow
2. Public Safety & Parks Committee Briefing (Last Meeting 7/7/26) – Chair Michael Goodnow
3. Regional and Other Committee/Board Briefings
4. Other General Council Business
C. ADJOURNMENT OF STUDY SESSION
AGENDA BILL
CITY OF BREMERTON
CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Study Session Date: July 8, 2026
Confirm Appointment of Shannon Turner
to the Bremerton Housing Authority
Commission
COUNCIL MEETING Date: July 15, 2026
Department: Executive
Presenter: Mayor Wheeler
Phone: (360) 473-5266
SUMMARY: The Mayor is seeking to confirm appointment of Shannon Turner to the Bremerton
Housing Authority Commission. The term expires on July 14, 2031.
ATTACHMENTS: Application for City Boards/Commissions/Committees
FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None.
STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☐ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Move to confirm the appointment of Shannon Turner to the Bremerton Housing Authority
Commission for the term expiring July 14, 2031.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action
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Application for City Boards / Commissions / Committee
Date 2/18/2026
First Name Shannon
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Last Name Turner
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City Bremerton
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Zip 98311
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Education AA in Human Services from Olympic College
BA in Human Services from Western Washington University
(6/2026)
Local References Christine Rolfes
Greg Wheeler
Christy Cammarata
I am interested in
serving:
Bremerton Housing Authority
Is this an application for
reappointment?
No
How long have you lived
in Bremerton
4 Years
Why are you applying for
this appointment?
I am applying for this appointment because I understand the
housing insecurity that Bremerton and Kitsap County are
facing, and I want to be part of the solution by gaining
understanding, building community relationships, and
collaborating with others to help address the housing crisis.
Which of your personal
and / or professional
interests prompted you
to apply for this
appointment?
My personal and professional interests that have prompted me
to apply for this appointment include my passion for my
community, my commitment to addressing unmet needs, and
my desire to share my ideas about housing.
Have you ever served on
any other Bremerton
board, commission,
committee or task
force? If yes, please list.
No, I have not served on the Bremerton board, commissions,
committee, or task force, but I have served in other capacities
throughout Kitsap County.
Please list your
qualifications for this
appointment (include
skills, activities,
training, education):
I am completing my BA in Human Services this June from
Western Washington University. I have and continue to sit on
boards and committees throughout the State and County. I
have faced homelessness and went through the process to find
low-income housing when I first came to Washington State
after I served my time in the Military.
What are your
community interests
(committee,
organizations, special
activities)?
President of Poulsbo Historical Society
Co-Chair of the EAC (Equity Advisory Committee) for PSRC
(Puget Sound Regional Committee)
Vice-Chair of the Bremerton NAACP
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Bremerton School Board Director
Kitsap County Disability Committee
Please list any
accommodations you
need to perform
volunteer duties:
No accommodations are necessary.
We welcome your willingness to serve Bremerton.
Pursuant to the Washington Public Disclosure Act, (RCW 42.56), this form
constitutes a public record and is subject to public release upon request. Prior to
release, the following information may be redacted pursuant to RCW 42.56.250(3):
Residential addresses, residential telephone numbers, personal wireless telephone
numbers, personal electronic mail addresses, social security numbers, driver’s
license numbers, identicard numbers, and emergency contact information of
employees or volunteers of a public agency, and the names, dates of birth,
residential addresses, residential telephone numbers, personal wireless telephone
numbers, personal electronic mail addresses, social security numbers, and
emergency contact information of dependents of employees or volunteers of a
public agency.
Applicants are considered for appointment without regard to race, color, religion,
gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, marital or
veteran status, or the presence of any disability.
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AGENDA BILL
CITY OF BREMERTON
CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Study Session Date: July 8, 2026
Discussion on the Transportation Benefit
District
COUNCIL MEETING Date: July 15, 2026
Department: PW&U
Presenter: Ron Moore
Phone: (360) 473-5333
SUMMARY: Information and presentation for TBD increase for the benefit of Public Works
Operations division.
ATTACHMENTS:
TBD Plan/Power Point Presentation Added 7/8/26 11:00 AM
FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): Estimated revenue increase of $600K to be
credited to Public Works / Streets Operations.
STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☐ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing
RECOMMENDED MOTION: Discussion item only
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action
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Transportation Benefit
Discussion
Study Session
July 8th, 2026
Ron Moore
Public Works & Utilities
Operations Manager
Street Division Work Activities
Labor Allocation by Activity
Budget Allocation by Activity
Production by City Staff
AGENDA BILL
CITY OF BREMERTON
CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Study Session Date: July 8, 2026
Ordinance amending Bremerton Municipal
Code Chapter 10.42 entitled “Automated
Traffic Safety Cameras”
COUNCIL MEETING Date: July 15, 2026
Department: Finance
Presenter: Melinda Monroe
Phone: (360) 473-5306
SUMMARY: Amendment to provisions of Chapter 10.42 of the Bremerton Municipal Code relating to
the changes in RCW 46.63.220 and RCW 46.63.250. This update to BMC 10.42 changes three
areas:
1) Adds the option to implement all zones authorized by RCW : redlight intersection zones, school
speed zones, park speed zones, roadway work zones, and crash prevention zones.
2) It sets school speed zone violation rates in accordance with updates to RCW 46.63.220 (16) and
aligns with other local jurisdiction school speed zone rates.
3) It establishes fund allocations pursuant to RCW 46.63.220 (13) requires that revenue is used to
cover processing costs, operations and maintenance but that net revenue for the existing system be
allocated to the Transportation Capital fund. RCW 46.63.220(13)(e) also requires that, for cameras
eleven (11) and above, revenue generated in excess of the costs to administer, install, operate, and
maintain the cameras, be allocated to support capital traffic safety projects, such as complete streets
projects, for four (4) years following installation. Beginning in year five (5), excess revenue must also
be allocated so that twenty-five percent (25%) is directed to the Washington State Cooper Jones
Active Transportation Safety Account.
ATTACHMENTS: Ordinance No. ________
FISCAL IMPACTS (Include Budgeted Amount): None
STUDY SESSION ACTION: ☐ Consent Agenda ☐ General Business ☐ Public Hearing
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Move to approve Ordinance No. ______amending Chapter 10.42 of the Bremerton Municipal Code
relating to the use of Automated Traffic Safety Cameras.
COUNCIL ACTION: Approve Deny Table Continue No Action
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ORDINANCE NO. ________
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the City of
Bremerton, Washington, amending BMC Chapter 10.42 entitled
“Automated Traffic Safety Cameras.”
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Chapter 10.42 of the Bremerton
Municipal Code in order to update the code to align with the most recent updates to the Revised
Code of Washington; NOW THEREFORE,
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BREMERTON, WASHINGTON,
DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 10.42.010 of the Bremerton Municipal Code entitled
"AUTOMATED TRAFFIC SAFETY CAMERAS AUTHORIZED" is hereby amended to read
as follows:
The use of automated traffic safety cameras to detect violations of WAC 308-330-408
and 308-330-423, which the City has adopted by reference as sections of the Model Traffic
Ordinance, is authorized at intersections where two (2) arterial roadways intersect and in school
speed zones, subject to the restrictions and allowances specified in State law (RCW 46.63.170
RCW 46.63.210 through RCW 46.63.250).
SECTION 2. Section 10.42.030 of the Bremerton Municipal Code entitled "
TRAFFIC INFRACTIONS DETECTED THROUGH THE USE OF AN AUTOMATED
TRAFFIC SAFETY CAMERA" is hereby amended to read as follows:
(a) A notice of infraction based on evidence detected through the use of an
automated traffic safety camera shall be mailed to the registered owner of the vehicle within
fourteen (14) days of the violation, or to the renter of a vehicle within fourteen (14) da ys of
establishing the renter's name and address under subsection (c)(1) of this section. The police
officer or other authorized representative of the City issuing the notice of infraction shall include
with it a certificate or facsimile thereof, based upon inspection of photographs, microphotographs,
or electronic images produced by an automated traffic safety camera, stating the facts supporting
the notice of infraction. This certificate or facsimile is prima facie evidence of the facts contained
in it and is admissible in a proceeding charging a violation of WAC 308-330-408 or 308-330-
423.The photographs, microphotographs, or electronic images evidencing the violation must be
available for inspection and admission into evidence in a proceeding to adjudicate the liability for
the infraction.
(b) A person receiving such a notice of infraction may respond to the notice
by mail. The registered owner of a vehicle is responsible for such an infraction unless the registered
owner overcomes the presumption in subsection (e) of this section, or, in the case of a rental car
business, satisfies the conditions under subsection (c) of this section. If appropriate under the
circumstances, a renter identified under subsection (c)(1) of this section is responsible for such an
infraction.
(c) If the registered owner of the vehicle is a rental car business, the peace
officer shall, before such a notice of infraction is issued, provide a written notice to the rental
car business that a notice of infraction may be issued to the rental car business if the rental car
business does not, within thirty (30) days of receiving the written notice, provide to the peace
officer by return mail:
(1) A statement under oath stating the name and known mailing
address of the individual driving or renting the vehicle when the infraction occurred; or
(2) A statement under oath that the business is unable to determine
who was driving or renting the vehicle at the time the infraction occurred because the vehicle was
stolen at the time of the infraction. A statement provided under this subsection must be
accompanied by a copy of a filed police report regarding the vehicle theft; or
(3) In lieu of identifying the vehicle operator, the rental car business
may pay the applicable penalty.
Timely mailing of this statement to the peace officer relieves a rental car business
of any liability under this chapter for the notice of infraction.
(d) For the purposes of this chapter, "automated traffic safety camera" means
a device that uses a vehicle sensor installed to work in conjunction with an intersection traffic
control system, or a speed measuring device, and a camera synchronized to automatically record
one (1) or more sequenced photographs, microphotographs, or electronic images of the rear of a
motor vehicle at the time the vehicle fails to stop when facing a steady red traffic control signal
or an activated railroad grade crossing control signal, or exceeds a speed limit in a school speed
zone as detected by a speed measuring device.
(e) In a traffic infraction case involving an infraction detected through the use
of an automated traffic safety camera, proof that the particular vehicle described in the notice of
traffic infraction was in violation of WAC 308-330-408 or 308-330-423, together with proof that
the person named in the notice of traffic infraction was at the time of the violation the registered
owner of the vehicle, constitutes in evidence a prima facie presumption that the registered owner
of the vehicle was the person in control of the vehicle at the point where, and for the time during
which, the violation occurred. This presumption may be overcome only if the registered owner
states, under oath, in a written statement to the court or in testimony before the court that the
vehicle involved was, at the time, stolen or in the care, custody, or control of some person other
than the registered owner (RCW 46.63.075 and 46.63.170 46.63.220).
SECTION 3. Section 10.42.040 of the Bremerton Municipal Code entitled
“MONETARY PENALITIES" is hereby amended to read as follows:
(a) A traffic infraction for violations of WAC 308-330-408 or 308-330-423
detected through the use of an automated traffic safety camera shall be processed in the same
manner as a parking infraction. The base monetary penalty for a violation of either WAC 308-
330-408 or 308-330-423 shall be the same as the fine established for each pursuant to State or
local law, including statutory assessments.
(b) The penalty for a violation detected through the use of an automated traffic
safety camera shall be equal to the monetary penalty for a violation of an infraction as set forth
in RCW 46.63.220 (16), as adjusted for inflation by the Office of Financial Management every
five years.
(c) The penalties for a school speed zone violation detected through the use of
an automated traffic safety camera shall be as follows:
i. Speeds six to ten miles per hour over the posted twenty miles per
hour zone shall be a base monetary penalty of one hundred fifty dollars;
ii. Speeds eleven to fifteen miles per hour over the posted twenty
miles per hour shall be a base monetary penalty of two hundred dollars;
iii. Speeds sixteen miles and above per hour over the posted twenty
miles per hour zone shall be a base penalty of two hundred ninety dollars.
However, the amount of the fine issued for an infraction generated through the
use of an automated traffic safety camera shall not exceed the amount of a fine issued for parking
infractions within the City, including disabled parking infractions.
SECTION 4. Section 10.42.070 of the Bremerton Municipal Code entitled
"FUNDS ALLOCATED" is hereby amended to read as follows:
All fees collected in excess of all costs incurred by the City for operation of the
automated traffic safety cameras pursuant to this chapter shall be pursuant to and in accordance
with RCW 46.63.220 (13); further the City Council dedicates that revenue in excess of direct
costs associated with processing, operations and maintenance will be dedicated to the
Transportation Capital Projects Fund, unless otherwise allocated by the City Council.
Corrections. The City Clerk and codifiers of this ordinance are authorized to
make necessary corrections to this ordinance including, but not limited to, the correction of
scrivener, clerical, typographical, and spelling errors, references, ordinance numbering,
section/subsection numbers and any references thereto.
Severability. If any one or more sections, subsections, or sentences of this
ordinance are held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of
the remaining portion of this ordinance and the same shall remain in full force and effect.
Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force ten (10) days from
and after its passage, approval and publication as provided by law.
PASSED by the City Council the___________ day of ____________________, 20___.
_________________________________
JANE REBELOWSKI,
Council President
Approved this ___________ day of ____________________, 20___.
_________________________________
GREG WHEELER, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________________ _________________________________
ANGELA HOOVER, City Clerk KYLIE J. FINNELL, City Attorney
PUBLISHED the ________ day of ______________________, 20__.
EFFECTIVE the ________ day of ______________________, 20__.
ORDINANCE NO. ________.
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INFORMATION ONLY ITEM
CITY OF BREMERTON
CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Discussion on FY 2027
Lodging Tax Funding Priorities
Study Session Date: July 8, 2026
Presenter: Council President
Phone: (360) 473-5280
SUMMARY: Following review of recommendations made in a Transition Study completed by
Westbrook/Main in 2024, the Bremerton City Council affirmed its FY 2027 funding priorities for the
Lodging Tax Advisory Committee through passage of Resolution No. 3400 on June 18, 2025.
Specifically, these priorities included 1) one destination marking organization focused on producing
and implementing a tourism and marketing plan specifically promoting the City of Bremerton and
local Bremerton-based tourism operations; and 2) improved facilities at Pendergast Park in
recognition of the value of the youth sports travel market and the positive impact it can have on
overall tourism market in Bremerton.
Tonight’s discussion with Council will confirm either of the following:
The intent of the resolution reflects Council’s funding priorities for 2027.
If no changes are needed, then the current resolution will continue to guide the LTAC and the
grant application process can be opened.
Council determines there are other funding priorities or changes that will be needed for 2027.
If changes are needed, then a new resolution reflecting the updated funding priorities will be
presented at the July 22 Study Session. The draft application will also be revised to match
the updated priorities and the grant application process will be delayed.
HANDOUTS: 1) Resolution No. 3400 as approved by the City Council on 6/18/26; and\ 2) Draft 2027
Lodging Tax Funding Application
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ARESOLUTION oftheCityCouncil oftheCityof
Bremerton, Washingtonto provide guidance to theLodging Tax
taxproceedsbeginning in2027.
WHEREAS, theCityofBremerton currently leviesalodging taxpursuant toRCW
67.28, proceedsofwhich, pursuanttoBMC3.64, areplacedinaspecial fundtobeusedsolely for
thepurpose ofpayingfortourism promotion, acquisition, oroperation oftourism-related facilities;
and
WHEREAS, in2024 theCityofBremerton engaged Westbrook/Main, LLCto
studythe useandefficacyof distributionofLodgingTax dollarswithinthe CityofBremerton;
and
WHEREAS, theCityCouncil oftheCityofBremerton hasconsidered the
recommendationsintheattached Westbrook/Main, LLC2024LTACTransition StudyReport (the
tand desires to actonseveralrecommendations andshift
approachtoallocating lodging taxproceedsinorderto ensuremoreefficientandeffective funding
oftourism promotion andtourism operationswithinthe Cityof Bremerton; NOWTHEREFORE,
THECITY COUNCILOFTHE CITYOFBREMERTON, WASHINGTON,
DOESHEREBY RESOLVEASFOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. TheCityCouncil requeststheLodgingTaxAdvisory Committee
prioritize thefollowingitemsfromtheWestbrook/MainReportinits2027funding
recommendations:
A.) Onedestination marketingorganization focusedonproducing andimplementinga
tourism andmarketing planspecificallypromotingtheCityofBremertonandlocal
Bremerton-basedtourism operations, and
B.) ImprovedfacilitiesatPendergast Parkinrecognitionofthevalueoftheyouth sports
travelmarketandthepositiveimpact itcanhave ontheoverall tourismmarketin
Bremerton.
SECTION 2. Severability. Ifany oneormoresections, subsections, or
sentencesof thisResolutionareheldto beunconstitutional orinvalid, suchdecision shallnot
affectthevalidity ofthe remaining portion ofthisResolution andthesameshallremain infull
forceandeffect.
SECTION 3. Effective Date. ThisResolutionshalltakeeffect andbe inforce
immediatelyupon itspassage.
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PASSEDby theCityCouncil ofthe CityofBremerton, Washington this _____
dayof __________________, 2025.
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SANJUANCOUNTY
LODGING TAX
DESTINATIONMARKETINGORGANIZATION
REQUEST FORPROPOSALS
I. DESCRIPTION
SanJuanCountyhasestablished atourism promotion program, funded byaportion ofthe
revenuecollected underthestate LodgingTax excisestatutes.
Thepurpose ofthisposting istoseek proposals fromqualifiedentities
DMO interestedin:
Managingalocally-based, full-timedestinationmarketing programwhichwill
oversee thedevelopment andimplementation oftheCountywideDestination
Chambers ofCo
II. BACKGROUND
SanJuanCounty isoneofthemost desirable tourist destinations inthecountrydueto its
naturalbeauty andvariety ofoutdoor activities. It currentlyexperiences anuneven
tourismyear, withastrongsummer season, withsubstantial capacity intheremainder of
theyear.
SanJuan County isinthefinalyearofasuccessful contractwithadestination marketing
organization (DMO) inwhichallproceeds (approximately $350,000/year) of the
promotionalportion ofthelodging taxwerecontracted totheDMO. TheDMO hasbeen
thesinglepromotional contractor, withsub-contracting termsallowing contracts with
chambers ofcommerce andtheeconomicdevelopment council (fordatastudy). The
DMOmade distributions ofapproximately 15% of thecontractto islandchambersof
commerce forpurposes of providingvisitorinformation andotherservices. Theproposal
thatresultedin thiscontractsought destination marketingservices whichincluded
advertising, media relations, social media, tradeshows, visitoreducation, market
research, measurementcriteria, etc.
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The2017 process isintendedtobeanevolution andrefinement ofthecontracts to
date. Inthecurrentcontractoffering, SanJuan Countyisinterested inaflexible
business modelinwhichtheDMO doesnotcontrolall proceeds. Intheflexible
model, theCountyshallcontractdirectly withtheChambers ofCommerce onLopez,
Orcas andSanJuanIslandsandthe Countyshallberesponsiblefor trackingthe
Chambers accountability anddeliverables.
termination byeitherparty withoutpenalty.
Actualfunding depends onLodging Taxcollections. Forthepurpose ofthese
proposals, DMOfunding remainsatapproximately $350,000peryear. Iflodging tax
collections forpromotionalfunds exceed $425,000inagivenyear, theDMO shall
receive 35% ofthat excessamount.
III. AREAS OFEMPHASIS
TheDMO willbeexpectedtoachievethefollowing objectives:
Emphasisontourism improvementthroughout theyear, includingthe off
season.
its
naturalbeauty, geology, outdooractivities, anthropology, watchable
wildlife, experientiallearning, agricultural attractions, lifelonglearning
opportunities, history, culture andthearts.
Evidence ofmarket penetration viaavariety ofmethods:
i Consumer advertising
ii Mediarelations placementofmedia stories
iii Traveltraderelations
iv Targetedtrade show presence
v Website/Internet marketing
vi Socialmedia
vii Targeted nichemarketing (i.e. weddings, wine, cultural, arts)
viii Attractingmeetings andretreats
ix Businesstobusiness marketing
Developing innovative promotional opportunities (i.e. newevents,
interesting partnerships)
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Improvingthe tourist/islander relationship/enhancing thetourism
experience
i Visitor educationstrategies
ii Community educationstrategies
Improved effectiveness andcompliance
i Marketresearch/visitorsurveys
ii Identifying andtracking performance measures
iii Reportingrequirements
IV. SELECTION PROCESS
AllProposalswillbereceived bytheCountyManagerandforwardedtotheLTAC fora
determinationastowhetherthey meet theminimum eligibility requirements. Proposals
thatdo notmeet minimumeligibility requirements willnot beevaluated. Those Proposals
thatdomeet theeligibilityrequirements (below) willbeevaluated bytheLTACwhich
willmake recommendations totheCounty Council. whoseProposalsmeet the
selection criteriawillhavean opportunity tomakeapresentation totheLTAC duringthe
evaluation process.
Countystaffwillmeet withtheDMOoftheapprovedProposal toprepare thecontract.
Thecontract willincludearequirement forliability insurance, thattheDMOsubmita
finalreport attheendof theyearandmayincludearequirement thatperiodic reportsbe
submitted. OncetheDMOsignsthecontract, thestaffwillnotify theDMOtoproceed.
V. SELECTION CRITERIA
Thecriteria usedbythe LTACto evaluateandranktheProposalsareasfollows:
A. Promoting Tourism. Willtheproposal attractoffIsland visitorsto theSanJuans
throughouttheyear? Thesuccessful proposal(s) willshow specificand
comprehensive strategies todrawvisitorstotheSan JuanIslands, includingmultiple
islands, areasandvisitoroptions. Successful proposals willhighlighttheunique
specificmarketingcampaigns and
othercooperative strategies.
B. Promoting SpecialNaturalFeatures, History, Arts andCulture. Promotethenatural,
green, eco-friendlyattributes oftheSan Juans, thegrowingdesire ofvisitors for
lifelonglearningwhich can focusonnaturalandenvironmental attributes, area
history, artsand culture.
C. Innovation. Does theproposal representaneworunusual approachtofurthering the
promotiongoals?
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D. VisitorPromotionandEducation.
a. Doesitdevelopand executeaplan forcoordinating visitor services
county-wide?
b. Doesitdevelopandexecuteaplan fordirect visitor promotion using
effectivemethodssuchas: consumeradvertising, mediarelations,
familiarization tours, eventpromotion, travel & tradeshowpromotion.
E. Market Research andMeasurementCriteria. Howwill theproposal develop and
maintainSanJuan Islands visitordemographicsandnichemovements? Howwillit
trackandmeasurevisitor impact, suchasuser & providersurveys?
F. Cost-effectiveness. Willtheproposalbe anefficient, economicaluseofthefunds?
Howwillthisbeshown ormeasured?
G. Clarity. Arethecomponents oftheproposalbroken intoaprogression oflogical
stepswithdatesormilestones wheneachwillbeundertaken and/orcompleted?
Proposals shouldincludemilestones, benchmarking, performance measuresthatcan
betracked andwillbereportedtoshow effectivenessto include asection that
addresses thespecificgoalsandmilestonesforeachisland.
H. Cooperative Nature. Whatkindanddegreeofinter-organizational partnership does
theproposalexhibit? Proposals should showstrategies topartner, pair, and
I. Self-evaluation. Benchmarkingand performance evaluation areanimportantpartof
judginganeffective Proposal. DoestheDMOprovideforanadequate method of
evaluating theeffectsoftheProposalupon completion? HowwilltheDMOdothis
andreportit totheCounty? Hastheproposal laidoutastrategytodemonstratethe
waythatfunds willbeequitablyusedon thevarious islands?
J. Areaof Impact. Whichelements oftheCountyeconomywilltheproposal impact?
Thetotalimpact canbe measuredin termsof bothdirect dollarexpenditures made
bythevisitors andindirect dollar expendituresmade asmoneymoves through the
community. Inevaluatingthiscriterion, moreweightwill begiventothedirect
dollarexpenditures, sincetheyare morereadily measurable. Moreweightwillalso
begiventobreadthof economic impact. ItistheintentoftheCountytoinclude
performance measures inthecontract(s), (suchasthenumberor increaseof
attendees atevents, improvement in occupancy rates, numberofclientsserved).
K. EquitablyBenefits Lodging TaxParticipants. Doestheproposal equitably provide
benefitstoalltourist facilities including collectors oflodgingtaxes?
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VI. ELIGIBILITY
A. ProponentEligibility
Proposalsmaybesubmittedby anyfor-profitornon-profitentity, anypublicagency,
orany groupofindividuals. SanJuan County doesnotdiscriminate onthebasisof
racecolor, national origin, sex, religion, ageor disability, andits contractsrequire the
sameofitscontractors.
B. Proposal Eligibility
1. StateRequirements Themost basic eligibility requirement isthattheDMO
demonstrateclearly andconvincingly thatfundingoftheproposal wouldbe
usedincompliance withtheStatelaw, which governstheuseofhotel-motel
funds. Chapter67.28, RCWprovides authority forcitiesand counties toadopta
lodging taxofuptofourpercentoflodging chargesmadebyhotels, motels,
rooming houses, tourist courts, trailercamps oranysimilar chargesforalicense
tousereal property. TheCountycurrently leviesataxoffourpercentwithtwo
percent reservedforpromotion oftourism.
2. County Requirements - TheCounty usestaxrevenue eachyearforgrantsthat
meeting therequirements oftheStatestatute, Countycodehas established the
following definit
thestatedefinition.
tourism, including, butnotlimited toadvertising, publicizing, orotherwise
distributinginformation forthepurpose ofattracting andwelcomingtourists;
developingstrategies toexpandtourism; operatingtourismpromotion
agencies; andfunding marketing ofspecialeventsandfestivals designed to
attracttourists.
Inaddition, theCountyhasestablished thefollowingeligibility requirements:
A. ProjectRequirements:
i.The proposal mustspecifically promote SanJuan County
andprominentlymention theSanJuan Islandsin all
materials;
ii.The proposal must bedesignedtodisseminate informationfor
thepurposeofattracting off-Islandvisitors totheCountywith
aparticularemphasistoward marketing fortheshoulder
season months.
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B. Contracting Requirements:
i. Allcontracts include anormalrequirement forliability insuranceof
atleast $1,000,000.00per incident, withSanJuan Countynamed as
anadditionalinsuredonthepolicy;
ii. Proposalcostscannotbe paidinadvance withgrant money; thatis,
thesponsormust expendits ownfundsonapproved itemsandseek
reimbursement under theterms ofthecontract thatwillbesigned
bytheCounty. TheCountywillperiodically review
reimbursements andmonitorforcompliance;
iii. Proposal costsincurred priortothegrantapprovaland execution
ofawritten contract withtheCounty willnotbereimbursed;
iv.
extended annuallyforuptofiveyears, withthemutual consent of
inpart, contingent onsuccessful performanceand meeting of
proposalgoals.
v. Everyproposal must haveonedesignated individualtoactasa
contactfortheprojectthroughout thedurationoftheprojectandthat
person musthave authorityto obligate all sponsoring parties.
C. Compliance Requirements:
i. Iftheapplicantisanon-profitcorporation, acopyof itscurrent
AnnualReport mustbeprovided andifthenon-profit corporation
claims tobeataxexempt charitable, religiousoreducational
organization, acopyofthe IRS501C3 orC6recognizingthat
statusmustbeprovided, aswellasthemost recentIRSreturn if
applicable;
ii. Allapplicants mustprovideregularfinancial statements accounting
fortheuseofgrantfundsandmustcomply withtheStatereporting
requirementsperRCW 67.28.1816.
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VI. PROPOSALS
Completed Proposals, of nomorethansix (6) pages mustbereceived by4:00p.m.
onThursday, August 31, 2017. ItistheDMOresponsibilitytoconfirmdelivery
andreceipt.
SanJuanCounty
DestinationMarketing Organization Request forProposal
Mail: 350CourtStreet #1, FridayHarbor, WA 98250
stHanddelivered: 55Second Street, 1floor, Friday Harbor, WA98250
Electronic: (EmailPDFor MicrosoftWordformat filesto): sueko@sanjuanco.com
VIII. MONITORING
TheDMOwillbemonitored forprogressand consistency withthescopeandtimelineof
thecontract, asoutlined intheproposal. Allrequestsfor reimbursement for approved
costsshallbeinwriting andshallhavesupportingdocumentation toverifythe
expenditure ofthe fundsincluded intheinvoice. Allinvoicesshall beverified as
complete andaccurateby theCounty.
IntheeventtheDMOfailsinamaterial waytoperform underthetermsofthesigned
contract, theCountyCouncil hastherighttosuspend orterminatefundingforthe
remainderofthecontract. However, theCouncil canmakenosuchdecision untilthe
DMOhasbeennotified oftheapparent failureandgivenanopportunitytoaddressthe
Council.
IX. REIMBURSEMENT FUNDING
Fundsavailable under thisprogram arerevenues received bytheCounty fromthe
Transient Rental Income sectionofWashington State ExciseTaxleviedon thelodging
industry. LTAC, appointed bytheCounty Council, istheadvisory body forthesefunds.
Reimbursementswill bemadetotheDMOwithin approximately 30daysof submittal of
invoices. TheDMOisresponsible forallincurred financialobligations (i.e. DMOpays
vendors, CountypaysDMO). DMOis required tomaintainoriginal receipts andfinancial
records relativeto fundsawardedperWashingtonState requirements. DMOisliablefor
funds notusedinaccordance withthecontract.
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CITY OF GIGHARBOR
2025-2026LODGING TAXFUNDING
APPLICATION
LodgingTaxFundsRequested: $_______________
Fortourism-relateddirectmarketingoperationsduringthe2025-2026
calendaryears.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: FRIDAY, MAY31, 2024
Forapplicationassistance pleasecontactCityClerkJoshSteckerat (253) 853-7613or
cityclerk@gigharborwa.govpriortoFriday, August26.
Organization/AgencyName: _______________________________________________
ContactNameandTitle: __________________________________________________
MailingAddress: ____________________________________
City: _______________________ State: ____ ZipCode: ________
Phone: ______________________ EmailAddress: ____________________________
Name & Emailaddressofpersonauthorized tocontractwiththecityforgrantfunding (if
differentthanabove): __________________________________________________
Completeapplication packetmustincludethefollowing:
Completed application
CopyofNon-ProfitRegistration (notrequiredfororganizationsthathavepreviously
beenawardedlodgingtaxfunding)
IRSFormW-9 (notrequiredfororganizations thathavepreviouslybeenawarded
lodgingtaxfunding)
Annualoperational budget
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Application Questions
1. Describeyourtourism-relatedoperations. Listthenameanddate(s) oftheevent
anddescribewhytouristswilltraveltoGigHarbortovisityourfacilityorbecause of
yourmarketingefforts.
2. HaveyourequestedLTACfundsfortheseservicespreviously?
Yes orNo
Yes orNo
3. Describethepriorsuccessofyourfacilityormarketingeffortsinattracting
tourists.
4. Describeyourtargettouristaudience (location, demographics, etc.)
5. Describehowyouwillpromoteyourfacilityorconductmarketingtoattract
tourists.
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6. Asadirectresultofyourproposedtourism-relatedserviceorfacility, provide
anestimateof:
Predictednumberofpeopletravellingmorethan50milesone-wayto
visityourfacilityorbecauseofyourmarketing:
Predictednumberofpeoplevisitingfromoutofstatetovisityour
facilityorbecause ofyourmarketing:
Predictednumberofpeoplestayingovernightinpaid
accommodationstovisityourfacilityorbecauseofyourmarketing:
Whatmethodology didyouusetocalculatetheestimates?
DirectCount: Actualcountofvisitorsusingmethodssuchaspaidadmissionsor
registrations, clickercountsatentrypoints, vehiclecountsornumber ofchairsfilled.
Adirectcountmayalsoincludeinformationcollecteddirectlyfrombusinesses, such
ashotels, restaurants ortourguides, likelytobeaffectedbyanevent.
IndirectCount: Estimatebasedoninformation relatedtothenumberofvisitors
suchasraffleticketssold, redeemeddiscountcertificates, brochureshandedout,
policerequirements forcrowdcontrolorvisualestimates.
RepresentativeSurvey: Information collecteddirectlyfromindividual
visitors/participants. Arepresentativesurveyisahighlystructured datacollection
tool, basedonadefinedrandomsampleofparticipants, andtheresultscanbe
reliablyprojected totheentirepopulationattending aneventandincludes marginof
errorandconfidence level.
InformalSurvey: Informationcollecteddirectlyfromindividualvisitorsor
participants inanonrandom mannerthatisnotrepresentativeofallvisitorsor
participants. Informalsurveyresultscannotbeprojectedtotheentirevisitor
populationandprovidealimitedindicatorofattendancebecausenotallparticipants
hadanequalchanceofbeingincludedinthesurvey.
StructuredEstimate: Estimateproducedbycomputingknowninformationrelated
totheeventorlocation. Forexample, onejurisdictionestimated attendance by
dividingthesquarefootageoftheeventareabytheinternational buildingcode
allowanceforpersons (3squarefeet).
Other:
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7. AreyouapplyingforLodgingTaxfundsfromanothercommunity (Yes or
No)? Ifyes, listtheotherjurisdiction(s) andamount(s) requested.
8. Areyouapplyingfor, orhaveyoureceived, grantsorfundspledgedfromother
sourcesforyouroperations (including for-profitbusinesses, nationalsources,
etc.)? Pleaselistgrantsapplied fororreceived.
9. Whatistheoverallbudgetforyouroperations? Whatpercentofthebudgetare
yourequestingfromtheCityofGigHarborLodgingTaxFund (attachannual
budget)?
10. Whatspecificexpenses willyouuseLTACfundstocover (ifnotshownon
budget)?
11. Whatwillyoucutfromyourproposalordodifferently iffullfundingforyour
requestisnotavailableorrecommended? HowisLodgingTaxfunding
essential tothesuccessofyourproposal?
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CERTIFICATION
Iamanauthorizedagentoftheorganization/agencyapplying forfunding. Ihaveread
theapplicationinstructionsandunderstandthat:
Iamproposing atourism-relatedservicefor2025-2026andcanprovideevidence
andreportingtosupporttourism-relatedattendanceforthegreaterGigHarbor
area. Ifawarded, myorganization intendstoenterintoaprofessionalservices
contractwiththecity; provideliabilityinsuranceforthedurationofthecontract
namingthecityasadditionalinsuredand, inanamount, determinedbytheCity;
andfileforapermittousecityproperty, ifapplicable.
Myorganization willonlyuselodgingtaxfunds, ifawarded, forthepurposesstated
onthisapplicationandasoutlinedinthesignedcontractwiththecity.
TheCityofGigHarborwillonlyreimburse thosecostsactuallyincurredbymy
organization/agencyandonlyaftertheserviceisrendered, paidforifprovidedbya
thirdparty, andaninvoicehasbeensubmittedtothecity.
Myagencywillberequiredtosubmitareportdocumenting economicimpact
resultsinaformatdeterminedbythecity.
Signature: ____________________________________ Date: ____________________
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ApplicationInstructions
ApplicationDeadline: Tobeeligibleforconsideration, yourcompleteproposal mustbe
receivedbyMay31, 2024. Thelodgingtaxadvisorycommitteewillreviewproposalsin
apublicmeetinganddeterminefundingrecipientsandlevelsoffunding.
Applicationsmaybesubmitteddigitallytocityclerk@gigharborwa.govormailedto:
CityClerk
CityofGigHarbor
3510GrandviewSt.
GigHarbor, WA98335
PleasedirectquestionstotheCityClerkat253-853-7613or
cityclerk@gigharborwa.gov.
Applicationsfiledwiththecityarepublicrecords. Thecitymaychoosetopostonits
websitecopiesoftheapplications andproposedbudgets.
WhatistheLodgingTaxFund?
Fundingforthisprogram comesfromtheCityofGigHarborlodgingtaxfundwhich
receivesapercentageofhotel/moteltaxesfromlodgingestablishmentsinsidethecity
limits. Thecitycollectsataxonchargesforovernightlodging. Thesefundsare
distributedbytheDepartment ofRevenuebacktotheCityofGigHarborforthefunding
oftourismrelatedcapitalfacilities, non- eventoperations, andeventmarketingand
operations.
WhatcanbefundedwithLodgingTaxRevenue?
Lodgingtaxescanbeusedfor:
TourismPromotion/Marketing
Operation ofaTourismPromotionAgency
Operation ofaTourism-RelatedFacilityownedoroperatedbyanon-profit
organization
Operationand/orCapitalCostsofaTourism-Related Facilityownedbya
municipality
StateLawDefiningtheUseofLodgingTax
RevisedCodeofWashington (RCW), Chapter67.28 'PublicStadium, Convention,
ArtsandTourismFacilities' providesdetailedinformationabouttheuse, awardand
reportingoftourismfunds.
Important TermsRelatingtoRCW67.28
Tourism: Economic activityresultingfromtourists, whichmayinclude
salesofovernightlodging, meals, tours, gifts, orsouvenirs
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Tourismpromotion: Activities, operations, andexpendituresdesignedto
increasetourism, includingbutnotlimitedtoadvertising, publicizing, or
otherwisedistributing informationforthepurposeofattractingand
welcomingtourists; developingstrategies toexpandtourism; operating
tourismpromotion agencies; andfundingthemarketing ofortheoperation
ofspecialeventsandfestivalsdesignedtoattracttourists.
Tourism-relatedfacility: Realortangiblepersonalpropertywitha
usablelifeofthreeormoreyears, orconstructedwithvolunteer labor,
andusedtosupporttourism, performingarts, ortoaccommodate
touristactivities
WhoMayApply?
Lodgingtaxfundingisopentonon-profitorganizations andmunicipalitieswiththe
demonstrated abilitytoachieve tourismrelatedgoalsasoutlinedbelow:
Increasehotel/lodgingoccupancyintheCityofGigHarborbycreating
overnightstays.
Increasethenumberofvisitorstothecityfrommorethan50milesaway.
Allapplicationsmustinclude estimatesofhowfundingtheactivitywillresultin
increasestopeoplestayingovernight, travelling50milesawayormore, orcoming
fromanotherstateorcountry. Toensurethisdataiscollected, thecityisrequiredto
haveapplicantsprovideadditional informationinthelodgingtaxapplication.
SelectionandAwardProcess
Fundingoftheprogramandspecificawardsaredependentonrecommendationsof
thecity'slodgingtaxadvisorycommittee (LTAC). LTACwillreceiveallapplications
andrecommendalistofcandidates andfundinglevelsthatwillbeforwarded tothe
GigHarborCityCouncilforfinaldetermination. Fundswillbeawardedona
competitivebasis.
TheCityofGigHarborLodging TaxAdvisoryCommitteeConsiderations
Indevelopingitsrecommendations, thecommittee mayconsider:
TheestimatedamountofLodgingTaxFundavailableforthecomingyear
asprovidedbythecfinance department.
Thoroughness andcompleteness oftheproposal.
Percentoftheproposalrequesttotheevent/facilitypromotionsbudgetand
overallrevenues.
PercentofincreaseoverprioryearCityofGigHarborlodgingtaxfunded
proposals, ifany.
ProjectedeconomicimpactwithintheCityofGigHarbor, inparticular
projected overnight staysinGigHarborlodgingestablishments.
nancialstability.
success.
Committeemembergeneralknowledgeofthecommunityandtourism-related
activities.
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CITY OF BREMERTON LODGING TAX APPLICATION
FOR FUND YEAR: APPLICATION DEADLINE: MAILING ADDRESS:
2027 August 20, 2026
by 4:00 p.m.
Melinda Monroe
City of Bremerton
345 6th Street, Suite 100
Bremerton, WA 98337-1891
ORGANIZATION ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet the eligibility requirements listed below. Projects that are local community events without a
demonstrated tourism promotion component may not be eligible for funding.
Applicant organizations must have been formed for at least one (1) year prior to applying for funding.
Applicants must be one of the following:
A public agency or governmental entity;
A federally recognized tribal government;
A nonprofit organization exempt from federal income tax under Section 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) of the Internal
Revenue Code;
For-profit tourism-related businesses may apply when the proposed project is eligible under RCW 67.28.1816
and primarily promotes tourism to Bremerton. or
Another organization authorized by state law to receive Lodging Tax funding.
Funding is provided on a reimbursement basis. Applicants must demonstrate the financial capacity to carry out the
proposed project and submit reimbursement requests with supporting documentation.
Projects must be consistent with RCW 67.28 and primarily support tourism promotion, tourism-related facilities,
tourism-related events, or activities that increase visitation to Bremerton and benefit the City's lodging industry.
Applicants must identify how they intend to measure project outcomes, which may include attendance, visitor
origin, overnight stays, economic impact, marketing reach, or other relevant performance metrics. Please review the
JLARC reporting requirements as they will be incorporated into your agreement with the City of Bremerton.
FUNDING PRIORITIES
Preference may be given to projects that:
1. Increase Visitation to the City of Bremerton
o Attract visitors from outside the City of Bremerton and Kitsap County.
o Encourage overnight stays in local lodging establishments.
o Increase visitation during shoulder-season or traditionally slower tourism periods.
2. Support the City of Bremerton's Tourism Assets and Visitor Economy
o Promote waterfront activities, downtown and other designated business districts (e.g. Charleston and
Manette), arts and culture, maritime and military heritage.
o Enhance City of Bremerton's reputation as a destination community.
3. Demonstrate Measurable Community and Economic Benefits
o Support local businesses in all designed business districts and tourism-related industries.
o Generate visitor spending and economic activity.
o Include a reasonable plan for tracking and reporting outcomes.
4. Leverage Partnerships and Other Resources
o Demonstrate collaboration among lodging providers, businesses, nonprofit organizations, public
agencies, and community partners.
o Demonstrate ability to leverage sponsorships, grants, volunteer support, or other funding sources where
appropriate.
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5. Sports Tourism Development: Projects that support the growth of City of Bremerton's recreation and sports
tourism economy, including the development, promotion, and utilization of regional recreation assets and
sports complexes.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
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Financial Documents
Organization’s 2026 Operating Budget
Financial Statements, including Balance Sheet and
Profit & Loss Statement for YE December 31, 2025
Non-Profit Determination Letter
Non-profit organizations must submit tax-exemption
determination letters from the United States Internal
Revenue Service.
Articles of Incorporation/By-Laws
Articles of incorporation and/or bylaws help us
establish who has the authority to bind the
organization by contract.
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Designation of Authorized Official
In addition to the Articles of Incorporation and/or by laws,
documentation of the governing body’s authorization for the
representative of the agency to contractually bind the agency is
also needed and consists of a signed letter from the
Chairperson of the governing body providing the name, title,
address and telephone number for each authorized individual.
Project Proposal and Detailed Budget (see pages 3-4)
Current Year IRS Form 990 and Current Board of Directors
APPLICANT INFORMATION
Organization Name (Entity’s Legal Name)
Date
Street Address
Mailing Address (if different from street address)
City
State
Zip
City
State
Zip
Phone
Fax
Email
Type of Organization ☐ 501 (c)(3) ☐ 501 (c)(6)
☐ Municipality
Founding Year
Number of Staff
Organization’s Tax ID Number
Organization’s Unified Business Identifier (UBI)
UBI Expiration Date
Website Address
Facebook Page
Twitter Username
Instagram Username
Name of Executive Director/President or Equivalent
Phone/Email
Application Contact Person
Phone/Email
Project Contact Person if different than above
Phone/Email
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PROJECT INFORMATION
PROJECT TYPE – CHECK ONLY
ONE CATEGORY. (COMPLETE A
SEPARATE APPLICATION IF
APPLYING FOR MORE THAN ONE
PROJECT TYPE.)
EVENT DATE
OR PROJECT
TIMEFRAME
TOTAL PROJECT
AMOUNT
AMOUNT REQUESTED
FROM CITY OF
BREMERTON LODGING
TAX
A ☐ Event Marketing and Operations
B ☐ Destination Marketing & Visitor
Promotion
C ☐ Event Development
D ☐ Sports Tourism Development
E ☐ Destination Branding, Tourism
Planning, Research & Capacity
Building
F ☐
Tourism Asset & Experience
Development
LTAC FUNDING ALLOCATION DEFINITIONS – To Be Detailed in Your Project Proposal
PRIORITY DEFINITION REQUIREMENTS & METRICS
Event Marketing and
Operations
Existing events that attract visitors to City
of Bremerton & demonstrate the potential
to generate overnight stays, increase
visitation, & support all business districts.
Funding may support event marketing,
promotion, visitor services, & event
operations directly related to attracting
visitors.
Identify target audience and visitor market.
Describe anticipated visitor impact and overnight
stays, if applicable.
Provide a plan for tracking attendance and visitor
origin.
Preference given to events demonstrating regional
draw, repeat attendance, and measurable economic
impact.
Destination
Marketing & Visitor
Promotion
Marketing efforts to attract visitors to City
of Bremerton's tourism assets, events,
waterfront, arts and cultural experiences,
historic resources, recreation
opportunities, & all designated business
districts.
Clearly identify target audience.
Include a measurable call to action.
Describe anticipated visitor outcomes.
Preference given to projects that promote overnight
visitation, extend or repeat visitor stays.
Event Development New or emerging events with the
potential to become recurring visitor
attractions that contribute to City of
Bremerton's tourism economy and
community identity.
Demonstrate potential for growth over multiple year s.
Identify target audience and visitor attraction strategy.
Describe anticipated economic and visitor impacts.
Preference given to projects with potential to become
recurring signature Bremerton events that attract
regional visitors and generate overnight stays.
Sports Tourism
Development
New or expanding sporting events,
tournaments, races, leagues, and camps,
that attract participants/ visitors and
support overnight stays. Projects that help
establish City of Bremerton as a regional
destination for youth, amateur, and
recreational sports and that maximize the
tourism potential of community recreation
assets and sports complexes.
Demonstrate potential visitor draw.
Describe participant and spectator markets.
Include a multi-year growth strategy.
Preference given to events generating overnight
visitation and off-season tourism activity.
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PRIORITY DEFINITION REQUIREMENTS & METRICS
Destination Branding,
Tourism Planning,
Research & Capacity
Building
Projects that strengthen City of
Bremerton's identity as a visitor
destination through branding, research,
destination development, storytelling, and
strategic tourism initiatives that support
long-term growth in visitation and
overnight stays. Examples may include
tourism strategic plans, content creation,
visitor information systems, and tourism
capacity-building efforts.
Demonstrate benefit to Bremerton's tourism economy.
Identify measurable outcomes.
Explain how the project supports long-term tourism
development and visitor attraction goals.
Tourism Asset &
Experience
Development
Investments that enhance, expand, or
create visitor-serving experiences,
facilities, amenities, wayfinding,
recreation opportunities, or attractions
that strengthen City of Bremerton's appeal
as a destination. Eligible projects may
include improvements that increase
awareness, accessibility, connectivity, or
visitor use of City of Bremerton's
recreational assets, including regional
parks, trails, and outdoor recreation
destinations.
Demonstrate visitor benefit and tourism relevance.
Identify other funding sources or partnerships where
applicable.
Describe anticipated long-term tourism impact.
Preference given to projects that create lasting visitor
experiences and support overnight visitation.
ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR FUNDING RECOMMENDATIONS
In addition to meeting the requirements of a priority category, applications may be evaluated based on their ability to
advance one or more of the following City tourism objectives:
Demonstrated partnerships with lodging establishments, including hotels and short-term vacation rental operators,
that increase the likelihood of generating measurable overnight stays within the City of Bremerton.
Increase visitation during shoulder seasons or traditionally slower tourism periods.
Support vitality across the various business districts, in addition to waterfront activation.
Enhance City of Bremerton's reputation as a regional destination.
Encourage repeat visitation and extended visitor stays.
Demonstrate partnerships among local businesses, lodging providers, nonprofit organizations, and public agencies
to leverage resources and marketing efforts.
Leverage additional funding sources, sponsorships, or in-kind contributions.
Create measurable economic benefits for City of Bremerton businesses and lodging establishments.
Strategic plan that the event will later function successfully on its own and will not rely on LTAC indefinitely.
If a former LTAC recipient demonstrated history in meeting projected economic impact.
Projects that promote and enhance City of Bremerton's regional recreation assets, including parks, trails, waterfront
amenities, and outdoor recreation opportunities, will receive additional consideration due to their ability to attract
visitors and strengthen Bremerton's identity as an active outdoor destination.
A “tourist” or “visitor” is described as people traveling:
For business or pleasure staying overnight in paid accommodations;
To a place 50 miles or more one way from their place of residence or business; or
From another country or state outside of their place of residence or their business.
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APPLICANT CERTIFICATION, ASSURANCES, AND AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
By signing below, the applicant certifies and agrees that:
The information contained in this application is true, accurate, and complete to the best of the applicant's
knowledge.
The applicant will comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and requirements related to
the use of Lodging Tax funds.
The applicant does not and will not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
age, disability, ethnicity, or any other protected status in the administration of the funded project.
Any funds awarded through this program will be used solely for the purposes described in the approved application
and in accordance with applicable City of Bremerton Lodging Tax Advisory Committee requirements.
Reimbursement requests will be supported by appropriate documentation and submitted in accordance with City
requirements.
Failure to comply with funding requirements, reporting requirements, or reimbursement procedures may result in
denial of reimbursement requests, termination of funding, and/or repayment of previously reimbursed funds.
The applicant will submit all required reports and performance measures as specified by the City.
The undersigned certifies that they are authorized to submit this application on behalf of the applicant organization,
enter into agreements related to the requested funding, and bind the organization to the commitments and obligations
described herein.
I certify that I have read and understand the requirements of this application and that the information provided is
accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Certified By: Signature Date
Name and Title of
Authorized Rep
Name of Organization
Email and Phone
Number
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GENERAL SCORING MATRIX
Category Points
Tourism Impact & Visitor Attraction 25
Community & Economic Benefit 20
Overnight Stay Potential 15
Organizational Capacity 15
Marketing & Promotion Strategy 10
Partnerships & Leveraging Resources 10
Reporting & Measurement Plan 5
While room-night generation remains an important consideration, applications will be evaluated holistically based on
their overall contribution to Bremerton's tourism economy and visitor experience.
SELECTION, AWARD, AND CONTRACTING
The Lodging Tax Advisory Committee's (LTAC) funding recommendations are advisory in nature and are
subject to approval by the Bremerton City Council before December 31, 2026. Recommendations are also
contingent upon available lodging tax revenues and Council appropriation.
Funding is awarded on a competitive basis, and neither an application nor a recommendation by the LTAC
guarantees an award. The City reserves the right to award full, partial, or no funding to any applicant and may
attach conditions to an award to ensure alignment with program objectives and available resources.
Following Council approval, contracts will be initiated by the City's Administration. Contracts exceeding
$100,000 are also subject to City Council approval. No funds may be expended or reimbursed until a fully
executed agreement is in place.
All funding recipients must comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, execute the required
agreement, and satisfy all reporting and performance requirements established by the City. Failure to comply
with contractual obligations or reporting requirements may affect eligibility for future funding opportunities.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to review the sample contract and post -event reporting exhibits available
on the City of Bremerton's LTAC webpage under "Contracting and Post -Event Reporting." These materials
provide additional information regarding the City's contracting process, reporting expectations, and
documentation requirements for funding recipients.
INFORMATION ONLY ITEM
CITY OF BREMERTON
CITY COUNCIL
SUBJECT: Discussion on Approach to
future of City’s Opioid Settlement Funds
Study Session Date: July 8, 2026
Presenter: Council President
Jane Rebelowski and
City Attorney Kylie
Finnell
Phone: (360) 473-2345
SUMMARY: City Council approved entering into an Interlocal Agreement with the Salish Behavioral
Health Administrative Services Organization (SBO-ASO) on May 17, 2023. SBO-ASO has since
administered Opioid Funds that were allocated to the City of Bremerton for opioid abatement, as
provided in the One Washington Memorandum of Understanding between Washington
Municipalities.
The City of Bremerton will receive approximately $3.4 million in opioid settlement funds over the next
17 years. Under the 2023 ILA, the funds are pooled with other local governments’ funds into a
regional fund managed by Salish Behavioral Health. This info-only item presents information on how
these funds are allocated, how Salish is presently using the regional pool, and the options available
should the City wish to direct its share toward internal programs.
HANDOUTS: 1) Interlocal Agreement with SBO-ASO; 2) One Washington Memorandum of
Understanding Memorandum; and 3) Opioid Settlement Funds & Redirecting to Internal Programs
STUDY SESSION AGENDA: ☒ No Presentation ☐ Full Presentation
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Office of the City Attorney
City of Bremerton
Kylie Finnell, City Attorney
Memorandum
Date: July 2, 2026
To: City Council
From: Kylie Finnell, City Attorney
Subject: Opioid Settlement Funds & Redirecting to Internal Programs
I. Background
Beginning in 2021, a series of nationwide settlements were reached with distributors,
manufacturers, and pharmacies involved in the U.S. opioid epidemic. The City of Bremerton will
receive approximately $3.46 million in settlement funds over the next 17 years.
The One Washington MOU governs how settlement funds are allocated within the State and
establishes allowable uses through a set of Opioid Abatement Strategies. Local governments may
either pool funds regionally or administer them independently. Bremerton chose to pool all its
settlement funds with its regional Opioid Abatement Council (OAC), Salish Behavioral Health
Administrative Services Organization (SBH-ASO), under a 2023 Interlocal Agreement (ILA).
Bremerton has already received and remitted $1.12 million to SBH-ASO.
II. Current Use of Regional Funds
Settlement Payments to City of Bremerton
Settlement Received To Date Estimated Total Payment Period
Distributors $227,345.88 $1,246,878.17 17 years
Janssen $341,079.00 $341,079.00 One-time payment
Pharmacies $309,128.54 $908,529.00 15 years
Primary Manufacturers $108,393.45 $435,408 13 years
Kroger $34,381.11 $148,766.21 11 years
Secondary Manufacturers $0 $51,712 15 years
Purdue/Sackler $0 $326,990 15 years
Remnant Defendants $0 $4,000.00 One-time payment
Total $1,124,550.63 $3,463,362.38
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SBH-ASO administers the pooled regional fund for Kitsap, Jefferson, and Clallam Counties. As
of early 2026, SBH-ASO held $6.5 million and since 2024, has invested $778,578 in public
health education and data projects, youth prevention programming, and Naloxone purchases and
public access cabinets. Future plans include expanding withdrawal management services,
including potential expansion of Kitsap Recovery Center in Port Orchard.
III. Options for Directing Funds to City Programs
There are two pathways for the City to redirect its settlement funds to internal initiatives:
1) Work within the existing SBH-ASO framework
The City could open discussions with SBH-ASO on how to best move forward with
directing the City’s allocation, or pooled funds, to internal programs.
2) Terminate the ILA and self-administer funds
The City may exit the ILA with 60 days’ notice and manage its own funds. This requires
creating a proposal process, providing avenues for community input, evaluating and
approving funding proposals, and taking on reporting requirements.
IV. Potential City Programs Eligible for Funding
Municipal Court Treatment Program: Supports pre-trial services, treatment, housing, and
stabilization for individuals with opioid use disorder.
Commonstreet Consulting: Provides navigation services for unhoused individuals dealing with
addiction.
First Responders: Naloxone training, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) training, safety
protocols, and mental-health support for trauma exposure.
Regardless of the recipient, the City must take into careful consideration that any expenditure of
settlement funds by the recipient must be done in compliance with the Approved Uses outlined
in the Opioid Abatement Strategies.
V. Conclusion
The City currentl y pools its opioid settlement funds with other local governments to be governed
by SBH-ASO. If the City wishes to direct its funds to internal programs, it can either work with
SBH-ASO on how to direct those funds within the regional framework the City has agreed to, or
it can terminate the ILA with SBH-ASO and manage its own funds.
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July 8, 2026 Study Session
Public Comments
From:kim siebens
To:City Council; mayor@ci.bremerton.wa.us; City Clerk
Subject:Fw: Introduction and Insights on Bremerton"s Social Services Challenges For Evans School of Public Policy and
Governance University of Washington
Date:Friday, July 10, 2026 11:03:26 AM
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Dear City Clerk,
Please place this document into the public record. This topic was brought up during
the July 8 Study Session by council member Jane Rebelowski. Thank you kindly for
your assistance, hope you're having a nice summer.
Respectfully,
Kimmy Siebens RN
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Sent: Friday, July 10, 2026 at 10:56:34 AM PDT
Subject: Introduction and Insights on Bremerton's Social Services Challenges For Evans School of
Public Policy and Governance University of Washington
Dear Evans School Student Consulting Lab,
I hope this message finds you well. My name is Kimmy Siebens, and I am reaching
out to introduce myself and share some pressing concerns regarding social services
in Bremerton.
Recently, during a study session on July 8, 2026, a city council member named Jane
Rebelowski mentioned that Bremerton has the fewest taxpayers and the highest
demand for social services. While this may be true, I believe the ultimate cause of
these issues is contrary to what the city government perceives. Rather than
acknowledging the systemic factors at play, the council seems inclined to point
fingers at other cities, overlooking how their own actions have contributed to the
escalating challenges we face, such as increasing homelessness, displacement of
residents, and rampant gentrification.
I suspect the city may wish for your consulting lab to conduct research that supports a
narrative absolving itself of responsibility, focusing instead on blaming external
jurisdictions. However, my experience and understanding of our community could
provide a more nuanced perspective, ultimately leading to a more well-rounded
consultation.
As a Registered Nurse with nearly 20 years of experience, I work in the Trauma ICU
at UW’s Harborview Medical Center, and as the founder of the Bremerton Homeless
Community Coalition, I have been actively advocating for nearly a decade in
Bremerton where I live. I have witnessed the impact of social issues firsthand and
have developed insights that I believe differ significantly from those of our city council.
The narrative pushed by our city government often reflects a one-sided viewpoint that
neglects the realities faced by the most marginalized members of our community. I
have observed a pattern of legislation that disproportionately harms the homeless
population while favoring wealthy developers who invoke the plight of the poor to
secure funding intended for social good—funding that rarely translates into tangible
benefits.
My goal is to save lives and support equitable solutions for all residents of Bremerton.
However, I have found that my most significant obstacle has been the city
government itself.
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss these issues further and share insights
from my experiences in the community. If your consulting lab is considering reaching
out to community members for a more comprehensive understanding of the social
services landscape in Bremerton, I would be more than willing to contribute.
Thank you for your time, and I look forward to the possibility of collaborating to create
a more equitable future for our community.
Warm regards,
Kimmy Siebens RN
Economic Inequity and Health Task Force Member, Washington Physicians for
Social Responsibility
http://www.wpsr.org
President, Their Voice
http://www.their-voice.org
Founder, Bremerton Homeless Community Coalition
https://www.facebook.com/groups/bremertonhomeless
Founding Member, Rock the Block
http://www.facebook.com/groups/rocktheblockkitsap/
2018 Kitsap County Housing and Homelessness Coalition Volunteer of the Year
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BDbAVzCNx/?mibextid=wwXIfr
2022 Citizen of The Year - Kitsap County Association of Realtors
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=914581119903692&set=pcb.
2023 USA TODAY Woman of the Year Honoree
https://www.kitsapsun.com/in-depth/news/2023/03/19/kimmy-siebens-washington-usa-today-
women-year/69925589007/
2026 University of Washington Harborview Medical Center Martin Luther King Jr. Tribute
Awardee
https://equity.uwmedicine.org/martin-luther-king-jr-tribute/