WSR 17-19-003
PROPOSED RULES
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
[Filed September 7, 2017, 6:59 a.m.]
Original Notice.
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 17-15-050.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 352-56 WAC, Winter recreational program account grants and contracts.
Hearing Location(s): On November 16, 2017, at 9:00 a.m., at the Westport Maritime Museum, 2201 Westhaven Drive, Westport, WA 98595.
Date of Intended Adoption: November 16, 2017.
Submit Written Comments to: Pamela McConkey, P.O. Box 42650, Olympia, WA 98504, email pamela.mcconkey@parks.wa.gov, fax 360-586-6651, by November 6, 2017.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Becki Ellison, phone 360-902-8502, fax 360-586-6651, TTY 800-833-6388, email becki.ellison@parks.wa.gov, by November 6, 2017.
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: State parks has conducted a review of WAC pertaining to the winter recreation program. The review resulted in minor changes and corrections to rules in order to bring rules up-to-date with current terminology, correction of references to statutes contained in the rules and completion of a general review for clarification, corrections and modifications.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: Minor changes and corrections to rules was necessary in order to bring rules up-to-date with current terminology, correction of references to statutes contained in the rules and completion of a general review for clarification, corrections and modifications.
Statutory Authority for Adoption: Chapter 79A.05 RCW.
Rule is not necessitated by federal law, federal or state court decision.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting and Implementation: Pamela McConkey, 1111 Israel Road S.W., Olympia, WA 98504, 360-902-8595.
A school district fiscal impact statement is not required under RCW 28A.305.135.
A cost-benefit analysis is not required under RCW 34.05.328. Minor changes to language and statute reference.
This rule proposal, or portions of the proposal, is exempt from requirements of the Regulatory Fairness Act because the proposal:
Is exempt under RCW 19.85.025(3) as the rules only correct typographical errors, make address or name changes, or clarify language of a rule without changing its effect.
September 4, 2017
Valeria Evans
Management Analyst
AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 83-13-033, filed 6/17/83)
WAC 352-56-010 Purpose.
This chapter is promulgated in order to establish procedures by which the Washington state parks and recreation commission will administer grants and contracts supported by winter recreational program funds in accordance with chapter ((43.51)) 79A.05 RCW.
AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 83-13-033, filed 6/17/83)
WAC 352-56-020 Definitions.
When used in this chapter the following words and phrases shall have the meanings designated in this section unless a different meaning is expressly provided or unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
(1) "Commission" means the Washington state parks and recreation commission.
(2) "Director" means the director of the Washington state parks and recreation commission.
(3) "Trail" means a corridor described by location and length which is designated for nonsnowmobile winter recreational activities.
(4) "Use area" means an area described by boundary and acreage in which nonsnowmobile winter recreational activities are authorized.
(5) "Winter recreational" means nonsnowmobile winter recreational activities, facilities, or programs.
(6) "Winter recreational program funds" means the funds deposited in the winter recreational program account which are administered by the Washington state parks and recreation commission pursuant to this chapter and chapter ((43.51)) 79A.05 RCW.
AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 83-13-033, filed 6/17/83)
WAC 352-56-060 Funding priorities.
The priorities for the distribution of winter recreational program funds by the commission shall be:
(1) Administration of a statewide winter recreational program which includes safety, education, and information programs;
(2) Operation and maintenance of winter recreational parking areas designated by the commission;
(3) Operation and maintenance of winter recreational use areas, trails, and other facilities which include an emergency reserve fund and an enforcement program;
(4) Acquisition and replacement of equipment to support winter recreational programs;
(5) Acquisition and development of new winter recreational facilities and equipment, trail maintenance, and services; and
(6) Support of special winter recreational programs such as, but not limited to, increased law enforcement, safety education, and expanded signing.
AMENDATORY SECTION (Amending WSR 83-13-033, filed 6/17/83)
WAC 352-56-070 Disbursement of funds.
Applicants for winter recreational program funds, whose requests are approved by the commission, may receive funds:
(1) On a reimbursement basis after a billing which indicates satisfactory compliance with a contract has been filed with the commission; or
(2) Through an advance payment upon a written request to and approval by the director.