PREPROPOSAL STATEMENT OF INQUIRY
Subject of Possible Rule Making: Creation of an administrative director within the Washington State Liquor Control Board, and delegation of certain administrative functions to that position.
Statutes Authorizing the Agency to Adopt Rules on this Subject: RCW 66.08.030. The following statutes indicate areas where the board can delegate certain duties and activities: RCW 66.08.070(1), 66.08.130, 66.08.140, 66.08.170, 66.20.010, 66.24.010(2).
Reasons Why Rules on this Subject may be Needed and What They Might Accomplish: The Liquor Control Board is considering creating a rule or rules regarding the creation of an administrative director for the agency. The proposed restructuring would create a more integrated modern management structure for the agency. The position would be appointed by the board members, and the duties would be under the general supervision and management of the board.
Process for Developing New Rule: Input from retail licensees, local governments, and other interested parties will be obtained through a series of notices and at least one public hearing.
Interested parties can participate in the decision to adopt the new rule and formulation of the proposed rule before publication by contacting Teresa Berntsen, Rules Coordinator, P.O. Box 43080, Olympia, WA 98504-3080, (360) 664-1648, fax (360) 704-4920, e-mail rules@liq.wa.gov.
October 22, 1999
Eugene Prince
Chair