SENATE BILL REPORT

SB 5702

BYSenators Metcalf and Conner

Authorizing construction or renovation of a tall ship to celebrate the state's centennial.

Senate Committee on Governmental Operations

Senate Hearing Date(s):February 24, 1987; March 4, 1987

Majority Report:  That Substitute Senate Bill No. 5702 be substituted therefor, and the substitute bill do pass and refer to Committee on Ways & Means.

      Signed by Senators Halsan, Chairman; Garrett, Vice Chairman; Pullen, Zimmerman.

Minority Report:  Do not pass.

      Signed by Senators DeJarnatt, Talmadge.

Senate Staff:Walt Corneille (786-7452); Barbara Howard (786-7410) March 5, 1987

AS REPORTED BY COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS, MARCH 4, 1987

BACKGROUND:

It has been suggested that the state designate an appropriate symbol for the 1989 centennial celebration.  It has also been suggested that a sailing ship in the style of a "tall ship" would be an appropriate symbol and would significantly dramatize the centennial celebration.

SUMMARY:

A sailing ship of the type known as a "tall ship" is found to be an appropriate state centennial symbol.  The construction or renovation of a "tall ship" sailing vessel, carrying the name and flag of the State of Washington, is authorized.

The construction or renovation of the vessel is to be from original materials.  McNeil Island is to be used as a suitable location for construction and the use of prison labor is encouraged.  The Governor is required to appoint a supervisor of construction.

The Centennial Commission is authorized to allocate funds for the project. 

Appropriation:    An unspecified amount is appropriated from the general fund to the Governor for the 1987-89 biennium.

EFFECT OF PROPOSED SUBSTITUTE:

The place of construction or renovation of the tall ship is designated as McNeil Island if suitable as a location for construction.  The unspecified appropriation from the general fund to the office of the Governor is stricken.

Fiscal Note:      requested

Senate Committee - Testified: Joseph D. Lehman, Department of Corrections