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Thurston County Local Voters’ PamphletGeneral ElectionNovember 6, 2018

Published by the Thurston County Auditor’s Office2000 Lakeridge Dr SWBuilding 1, Room 118Olympia, WA 98502360.786.5408 711 Washington [email protected]

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Ballot Drop BoxesTable of ContentsDrop Box Locations........................................2Welcome Letter..............................................3Voter Registration..........................................4Accessible Voting...........................................9Maps.......................................................11-14Candidate StatementsThurston County

Assessor..........................................................4 Auditor............................................................5 Clerk...............................................................5

Commissioner District No. 3.........................6 Coroner...........................................................6 Prosecuting Attorney......................................7 Sheriff.............................................................8

Treasurer.......................................................8 District Court Judges...................................8-9

Public Utility Commissioner District No. 1..10 Local Measures

Intercity Transit Authority.............................15 City of Lacey..................................................16 City of Tumwater...........................................17 Fire Protection District No. 8........................18 Fire Protection District No. 9........................19 Fire Protection District No. 12......................20

November 6, 2018 General Election

If a primary election was held for an office, the two candidates who received the most votes in the Primary advanced to the General Election.

Each candidate for partisan office may state a political party that he or she prefers. A candidate’s preference does not imply that the candidate is nominated or endorsed by the party, or that the party approves of or associates with that candidate.

Heads up!

For a list of the people and organizations that donated to state and local candidates and ballot measure campaigns, visit www.pdc.wa.gov.

Lacey AreaLacey Fire 3, Station 34..........................................8407 Steilacoom Rd SELacey Fire 3, Station 35..........................................3701 Willamette Dr NELacey City Hall.................................................................420 College St SELacey Post Office..........................................................5815 Lacey Blvd SEMartin Village..............................................................5600 Martin Way EWoodland Retirement & Assisted Living.......................4532 Intelco Lp SE

Olympia AreaChurch of the Good Shepherd.......................................1601 North St SE Crain’s Office Supply..........................................................1006 4th Ave EGloria Dei Lutheran Church..................................1515 Harrison Ave NWHaggen NW Fresh............................................1313 Cooper Point Rd SWOlympia City Hall.................................................................601 4th Ave EThe Evergreen State College...........................2700 McCann Plaza Dr NWThurston County Courthouse*...............................2000 Lakeridge Dr SW*The Auditor’s Office, Bldg. 1, Rm. 118 is the only place to get a paperballot

Tumwater AreaMcLane Black Lake Fire Station 95......5911 Black Lake Blvd SW, Olympia Tumwater Timberland Library............................7023 New Market St SW Tumwater School Administration............................621 Linwood Ave SW

South CountyBucoda................................................................................103 S Main StTenino School District Administration..........................301 Old Hwy 99 N

Southeast CountyLackamas Elementary....................................16240 Bald Hill Rd SE, YelmRainier City Hall.........................................................102 Rochester St WYelm Schools Administration...................................................110 1st St NNisqually Tribal Admin Bldg...............4820 She Nah Num Dr SE, Olympia

Southwest CountyGrand Mound Center...........................19949 Old Hwy 99 SW, RochesterLittlerock Fire 11....................................10828 Littlerock Rd SW, OlympiaRochester Fire 1, Station 3........................................18346 Albany St SW

Steamboat IslandGriffin Fire 13, Station 1.......................3707 Steamboat Lp NW, Olympia

North CountySouth Bay Fire 8, Station 81.......................3506 Shincke Rd NE, OlympiaSouth Bay Fire 8, Station 83............5046 Boston Harbor Rd NE, Olympia

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Did you know?Fact #1: Thurston County Elections has partnered with the nation’s leaders in cybersecurity. The National Guard and Department of Homeland Security has met with us in our office to discuss how to best keep your vote safe!

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Elections Ballot Processing Center Financial Services Licensing and Recording 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Bldg 1, Rm 118 2905 29th Avenue SW, Ste E & F 929 Lakeridge Dr SW, Rm 226 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW, Bldg 1, Rm 106 Olympia, WA 98502 Tumwater, WA 98512 Olympia, WA 98502 Olympia, WA 98502 Phone: 360.786.5408 Phone: 360.786.5408 Phone: 360.786.5402 Licensing Phone: 360.786.5406 Fax: 360.786.5223 Fax: 360.705.3518 Fax: 360.357.2481 Recording Phone: 360.786.5405

Fax: 360.786.5223 711 Washington Relay

AUDITOR Welcome to the local section of your 2018 General Election Local Voters’ Pamphlet! This pamphlet is full of

useful voter information, including voter registration information, locations of our ballot drop boxes, and details on our voter assistance roadshows in the community. The candidate statements are written by the candidates themselves. We do not make edits or corrections. For more information about the duties of the offices on your ballot you can visit ThurstonVotes.org.

Protecting the security and integrity of elections is a top priority and one that we take very seriously. We actively work with local officials and federal cybersecurity experts on election security. Our tabulation (ballot counting) equipment is not networked and has no internet connection. We monitor every step of the ballot counting process with a camera system and two people must be with ballots at all times. We welcome you to call our office at 360.786.5408 for a tour to learn more.

Grant funding from the State of Washington for prepaid postage for the 2018 General Election gives Thurston County voters an easier way to return your ballot. You can mail your ballot without a postage stamp. Be sure to check your mail pickup time, as ballots must be postmarked by Election Day. You can use one of our 28 convenient drop boxes located throughout the county. They’re open 24/7 until 8 p.m. on Election Night.

In the August primary, voters narrowed the field of candidates by voting for the top two candidates to advance to the General Election in the US Senate, congressional, legislative, and local partisan races. These races, along with the Public Utilities District Commissioner race, nonpartisan judicial races, statewide measures, Intercity Transit, and other local measures, make up the General Election ballot.

As a result of 2018 legislation, beginning in the summer of 2019 voter registration deadlines will be eliminated. We are also working on a program to get youth pre-registered so they are ready to vote when they turn 18. We’re excited you’re exercising your right to vote! Your access to democracy is our mission. Fair, honest,accurate, and secure elections conducted with integrity help make our community thrive. If you have any questionsor need help, please don’t hesitate to contact our Elections team.

Sincerely,

Diana Benson Chief Deputy Auditor

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Thurston County - AssessorCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Steven J. Drew(Prefers Democratic Party)

I am honored to serve as your assessor. As Assessor, I have worked tirelessly to transform the office while leading with the values of impartiality, integrity, excellence and compassion.

We started by eliminating my predecessor’s 3-year backlog in appeals and ending a 20-year legacy of failing to meet statutory deadlines. Through reducing

management by half, hiring the most qualified team and investing in our employees we have created a happy and highly productive office where most are cross-trained and customer service is highly valued.

We continually work to develop improvements throughout the office to achieve greater equity and transparency even as by every statistical measurement we are among the state’s top Assessor offices. In 2014 we earned the highest honor for our work, the Certificate of Excellence in Assessment Administration from the International Association of Assessing Officers.

All of this has been achieved with an office staff of 32, six fewer than in 2008. I have been an advocate for small farms, the senior / disabled exemption program, and I have lobbied for adequate funding of the State Board Of Tax Appeals to assure taxpayers have access to timely due process. I thank you for your support.

8729 Fernwood Street NE Olympia WA 98516; 360.455.8810 [email protected]

Statements are the opinions of the authors and aren’t checked for factual or grammatical accuracy by the Auditor’s Office.

Important deadlines for voters!

• June 30, 2019, you may register online or bymail up to 8 days before an election and youmay register to vote in person up to 8 p.m. onElection Day.

• Starting July 1, 2019, 16 and 17 year oldsmay preregister to vote, and they will beautomatically registered the day they turn 18.

For full bill information visit app.leg.wa.gov/billinfo SSB 6021 and 2SHB 1513

2018:

• you may update an existing registration orregister for the first time online or by mail byOctober 8th.

• New to Washington? Register to vote inperson by October 29th.

Need a ballot? Need assistance voting? Want to register to vote?Contact the Auditor’s Office!In person: 2000 Lakeridge Dr SW Online: ThurstonVotes.org

Building 1, Room 118 [email protected] Olympia, WA 98502 Phone: 360.786.5408

711 Washington RelayBallots available beginning October 17.Voting Center Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Election Day: Tuesday, November 6, 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 2019: Voter registration

laws will change in time for next year’s Primary!

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Thurston County - AuditorCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Mary Hall(Prefers Democratic Party)

10445 Mullen Rd SE Olympia WA 98513; 360.456.6928 ElectMaryHall.com; [email protected]

I believe nothing matters more to our democracy than your vote. I take this seriously. Protecting your right to vote is my number one priority. In my five years as your County Auditor, I’ve improved access to voting and made it easier for military members to receive their ballots. I’ve spearheaded a cyber security task force, and our ballot processing center has

become more secure than ever.

By combining Thurston County and state voters’ pamphlets, I’ve saved taxpayers tens of thousands of dollars. We’re one of the few counties in Washington to provide primary and special election voters’

pamphlets, and we’ve reduced election costs. Recently, I was honored by the Governor for championing Washington’s landmark 2018 voting access legislation and stronger election audit and accountability laws.

During the last five years, I’ve streamlined government, eliminated waste, and reduced costs by strengthening financial controls and creating partnerships within the county and other government agencies. Simultaneously, we added important services that create jobs and increase revenue like same-day service for lost vehicle and boat titles.

A nationally certified Elections Administrator with 22 years’ experience, I offer the vision, commitment, experience and proven leadership Thurston County needs. I ask for your vote.

As your County Auditor, I will bring my 13 years of proven leadership at the state and county level, experience in cybersecurity, and national award-winning best practices in accessibility. Together we will ensure our elections are secure and accessible, restore a nonpartisan approach to decision making, and end wasteful spending.

Don’t be fooled. There has been an increase of over $200,000/year in “administrative” costs in the Auditor’s Office alone. That’s enough money to have paid the first-class postage on every ballot returned by mail since

2012! This irresponsible use of tax dollars must end.

Voter turnout has dropped to all-time lows. In 2017, voter turnout was the worst ever. In fact, three of the top-ten worst turnouts have occured in the last five years. Even more alarming, turnout of our military voters in Thurston County is almost the worst in the state. I will put an end to the partisan games and start solving problems.

We shouldn’t trust those who created the problems to try and solve them. As famously said, let’s not seek the partisan answer but the right answer. It’d be an honor to serve all of our diverse communities and the people of Thurston County.

4545 Scott Rd NW Olympia WA 98502; 360.207.4501 voteforholmes.com; [email protected]

Stuart Holmes(Prefers Independent Party)

Thurston County - ClerkCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Linda Enlow(Prefers Democratic Party)

8441 Baird Rd NE Olympia WA 98516; 360.790.8220 [email protected]

I would like to first thank you for your confidence and respect in my abilities and commitment as your Thurston County Clerk.

During my first term I completed the following: (1) the successful implementation of the Washington State case management system, which has significantly streamlined efficiencies; (2) opened the office during the lunch hour; and (3)

allowed e-filings for non-attorneys. There is much more to come in the next four years.

In my second term, I will maintain my dedication to the citizens of Thurston County by continuing high professional and ethical standards. I will also provide positive leadership and collaboration as a member of the Thurston County team.

I will always hold myself accountable to the citizens of Thurston County and our community. Thank you for your support.


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https://electmaryhall.com/

http://voteforholmes.com/

Tye Menser(Prefers Democratic Party)

120 State Ave NE PMB 300 Olympia WA 98501; 360.481.0478 tyeforthurston.com; [email protected]

Thurston County can do better in meeting our community’s needs. County finances are in precarious shape, homelessness and poverty are on the rise, the jail is overcrowded with mental health/addiction problems, and water quality is degraded in every corner of our county.

Elect me, and I’ll provide strong leadership for creative solutions

to these problems. We must balance the budget and protect emergency reserves. We must find regional strategies to address the housing crisis. We must find better ways to provide services to our rural communities. And we must strike the right balance

between property rights and conservation as the county grows.

I have a degree in Government from Harvard, a law degree from Cal-Berkeley, a 20-year legal career in criminal and family law, and I served on our county’s Water Conservancy Board. I am a passionate advocate for sound financial management, collaborative problem-solving, and careful stewardship of our natural resources.

When the federal government is moving us backwards on every issue that we care about, it is imperative that our local governments move aggressively forward — and work together — to solve problems. A vote for me is a vote for Thurston County’s future.

Bud Blake(Prefers Independent Party)

Vote Bud Blake; PO Box 7342 Olympia WA 98507; 360.584.8984 www.votebudblake.com; [email protected]

It’s been my privilege to serve as your Commissioner for the past 4 years. You elected me to create and maintain a budget consistent with your values; keep public safety paramount, optimize your community health programs, implement land use regulations that were less burdensome to you, and ensure every voice was heard.

To that end, we implemented a biennial budget process to strengthen long range planning and create fiscal stability. I led the effort to develop the successful Behavioral Health Organization, including homelessness; and assisting those with mental health challenges. Let’s increase our county’s

health ranking from #6 to #1 in Washington.

Please join me in moving Thurston County in a positive direction. Sensible governance is key. Our stable, balanced budget must be maintained. Land Use policies need persistent reviewing to ensure a healthy environment for economic growth, while maintaining our beautiful water, parks and open spaces. I will continue to negotiate with federal and state agencies regarding land use oversight, already saving $135M of your tax dollars!

Competence and experience are more important than party politics. Let’s continue to build relationships and bridges. I am a true independent, passionate about serving as your Commissioner. Vote Bud Blake!

Thurston County - Commissioner District No. 3County Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Thurston County - CoronerCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Gary Warnock(Prefers Democratic Party)

314 Country Estates Dr W Rainier WA 98576; 360.239.8190 [email protected]

I am honored to serve as your Coroner and lead a team of exceptionally compassionate and caring death investigators. It’s a difficult profession but we continue to do noble work while supporting the families we serve, including our medical community, law enforcement and first responders. My team is very active in our community,

particularly in our schools. We continue to educate our kids about the dangers they face, in addition to promoting safe driving habits.

I have the utmost appreciation for our community support in the work we do and I thank you for the distinguished opportunity to serve as your Coroner.

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Did you know?Fact #2: Our accessible voting unit, the AutoMARKTM does not count ballots, or keep a record of votes cast. It assists you in marking your ballot. Once done, place your ballot in a dropbox or the mail and you can be confident that your voice is heard!

Thurston County - Prosecuting AttorneyCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Jon Tunheim (Prefers Democratic Party)

Citizens to Elect Jon Tunheim; PO Box 13443 Olympia WA 98508; 360.280.3414 www.electjontunheim.com; [email protected]

I believe a Prosecuting Attorney should be a trusted and experienced legal champion for safe communities and justice. For the past eight years, I have had the honor of serving as your Prosecuting Attorney and am proud to lead the extraordinary team of public servants in the office where I started my career thirty years ago.

While in office, I focused on building strong partnerships with law enforcement, courts, criminal defense, and community organizations. Together, we launched a collaborative reform strategy called “Innovative Justice.” The results: improved

services for victims, fewer trial delays, and more diversion opportunities for those with mental illness or addiction.

Today, I continue to work collaboratively to contain costs while improving public safety. I will lead efforts to be smart on crime by prioritizing resources on serious crimes and those who pose the highest risk to our community, while increasing use of prosecution alternatives for those who are lower risk. With your support, I will continue to find innovative ways to reduce recidivism and lower costs while continuing to hold those who violate the law accountable.

Thank you for your support and vote. Together, we can create a safer, stronger and more hopeful community.

Victor M. Minjares(Prefers Democratic Party)

Friends of Victor Minjares; PO Box 6577 Olympia WA 98507; 360.515.7979 www.VictorForJustice.com; [email protected]

Thurston County needs reform. Our prosecutor’s office hasn’t had a contested election in twenty years. It is mired in old, outmoded ways of thinking. It keeps too many people facing nonviolent charges imprisoned before trial, regardless of the best interests of our community. More people jailed means lost jobs, disrupted families, and greater homelessness, addiction, and mental illness. And

jailing people for low-level offenses wastes hundreds of thousands of tax dollars every year!

Victor Minjares will bring fifteen years of experience as a top-notch prosecutor to this vitally important office.

His unflinching leadership will ensure violent criminals get their due, because prosecutors won’t be distracted by cases better handled by social workers, and courts and jails won’t be used as expensive substitutes for mental health or addiction treatment facilities. Victor will implement evidence-based criminal justice reforms that save tax dollars.

Victor will reduce unfairness by creating clear office protocols for crime-charging, evidence disclosure, trial continuances, and sentencing to reflect our community’s even-handed values, reduce harm, and hold our public servants accountable to the people.

Victor and his family love Thurston County. He is committed to making it safe, fair, and prosperous for all of us. Vote Victor for Prosecutor!

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Thurston County - SheriffCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

John D. Snaza(Prefers Independent Party)

5024 Lambskin St SW Ste B Tumwater WA 98512; 360.970.4120 [email protected]

It is an honor to be entrusted to lead one of the most professional law enforcement agencies in the country. At no other point in my career have I experienced a greater sense of support from a community as I have the past two years.

I am proud of the work we have done the last seven years and will

continue my committment to protecting our children, building our leadership within the organization, strengthening partnerships throughout the region, and working hard to combat career criminals, sex offenders, and individuals attempting to impede our safety while we live, work, and play in Thurston County.

As Sheriff, your quality of life in Thurston County is very important to me, and I cannot do it without your vote. I appreciate your support this November.

Thurston County - TreasurerCounty Partisan Office - Four Year Term

Jeff Gadman(Prefers Democratic Party)

7304 38th Dr SE Lacey WA 98503; 360.628.6876 [email protected]

I am honored to serve as your county treasurer, having been appointed and elected in 2017. I am asking you to reelect me, Jeff Gadman, as your Treasurer because I am a qualified candidate. I have dedicated my entire life to public service, served over 30 years with Thurston County as well as 6 years on the Lacey City Council.

As the cash and investment manager for Thurston County, I realize it is imperative for you to have confidence the Treasurer’s Office is safeguarding the money you work hard for and you ultimately have to

pay in property taxes to support the essential services you enjoy and expect on a daily basis. I continue to look for ways to improve service to our citizens. I have introduced Paperless Bills so citizens can choose to receive property tax bills electronically, saving printing and postage costs. I am committed to ensuring I and my staff will serve you with dignity, respect, and unbridled professionalism.

“I trust that Gadman will lead the treasurer’s office with a focus on serving the taxpayers and taxing districts while protecting your tax dollars.” Shawn Myers, former Thurston County Treasurer.

Please vote Gadman, Thurston County Treasurer.

Thurston County - District Court Judge Pos. 1County Nonpartisan Office - Four Year Term

Kalo Wilcox

Judge Kalo Wilcox is one of our county’s most trusted judges. First elected in 2010, she has a record of working hard, being fair, and improving the court system.

Thurston County District Court is one of the most innovative courts in the state. The court offers two therapeutic courts, Veterans Court and Mental Health Court, both working to more justly and

humanely address crime. The court helps people get relicensed, get back to work, and get their lives back on track by serving as a single point of payment for fees

owed to multiple courts in Washington.

At the District Court’s request, the National Center for State Courts evaluated the court and gave it high marks for judicial fairness. The court then provided training in procedural fairness to attorneys and staff to ensure this high standard in Thurston County.

Kalo believes that the District Court plays an important and unique role in our community. Often, the people who appear in her court are at a point in their lives when a good judge can help them reform and return to being a productive member of our community. Judge Wilcox is committed to being that kind of judge.

PO Box 1846 Olympia WA [email protected]

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Sam Meyer

I want to thank the citizens of Thurston County for giving me the honor of serving as Thurston County District Court Judge for the past ten years.

Thurston County District Court is a high volume court which has contact with more citizens than any other court in Thurston County. In addition to Thurston County, District Court provides

court services for the cities of Lacey, Tumwater and Rainier. Programs such as Mental Health Court and Veterans Court make District Court a leader in

developing innovative programs which help to reduce repeat offenders while holding people accountable.

District Court continues to innovate as we have recently entered into an interjurisdictional warrant quash program which allows District Court judges to address warrants issued from certain other jurisdictions. District Court also now offers defendants the opportunity to receive text reminders of upcoming court dates.

I very much appreciate the opportunity to continue to serve as Thurston County District Court judge. Thank you for your support.


Brett Buckley

I am proud to have served Thurston County in District Court for the past twenty four years.

District Court is home to a team of dedicated professionals responsible for handling the majority of our community’s criminal and civil cases. The court prides itself on living up to its mission of “Serving Justice through Serving People”. We created the

Procedural Justice Initiative to evaluate our ability to serve the needs of all our varied community members. We have embraced the use of technology to improve public access to our court. We have successfully transitioned from paper files to electronic files. We

now provide text reminders of upcoming hearings, in English and Spanish, to our criminal defendants. We are contributing to enhanced civics education by scheduling actual small claims trials in our local high schools.

I am particularly honored to be the presiding judge of Thurston County’s Mental Health Court and Washington’s first Veterans Court. These programs highlight the ability of the members of the Thurston County criminal justice system to think creatively in crafting and funding collaborative alternatives to the traditional criminal justice model. I welcome the opportunity to continue to work with this forward-thinking community.

Thank you for your support.

402 Capitol Way S Ste 12 Olympia WA 98501; [email protected]

120 State Ave NE PMB 224 Olympia WA [email protected]

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Statements are the opinions of the authors and haven’t been checked for factual or grammatical accuracy by the Auditor’s Office.

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Thurston Public Utility District - Commissioner, District No. 1County Nonpartisan Office - Six Year Term

Linda L. Oosterman 4714 Durham St SE Lacey WA 98503; [email protected]

Andrew Saturn PO Box 1052 Olympia WA 98507; [email protected]

As your Thurston Public Utility District Commissioner, I believe two things above all: water is vital to our existence…and safe drinking water must be our top priority. That’s why I strongly support the core values of a publicly-owned utility.

Serving as your Commissioner is a major responsibility, and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished during

my term. Above all, I’ve worked to enhance drinking water infrastructure to improve drinking water quality and water supply for our 8,350 rural customers. I’ve been a leader in improving district administration,

resulting in better staff retention, district organization, and effective communication. Today, we have clear governing policies and strong strategic and asset management plans. Our customers have also benefitted from standardized rates, increased public outreach, and greater emergency preparedness.

There’s more to be done. I plan to build on these successes by further improving drinking water quality and supply for more people. I will continue to be a leader for solid financial practices and quality water service. We can build an even stronger PUD!

As always, I pledge to continue to be honest, to put our customers first, and to work with the utmost integrity. I ask for your continued support and your vote.

Our PUD commissioners are elected to listen to the concerns of county residents, not special interests. I’ll stand with the working families of Thurston County, not outside corporations or political lobbyists. I value transparency and open community participation. I’ll be a PUD commissioner for the people, with common sense ideas and policies.

For example, Thurston County is falling behind when it comes to internet access, with 98% of our residents, businesses, and schools having no access to gigabit internet. If Comcast and other monopolies won’t offer modern internet access, then our PUD should, creating

family-wage jobs in the process.

Also, our water systems should be consolidated to lower utility bills, and modernized to run independently on solar power. There are over 9,000 families who depend on PUD water systems, and they shouldn’t be facing frequent outages, especially during dry summer months.

With over 15 years of experience in tech and engineering, plus my background in community service, and as a renter and union worker, I am uniquely qualified to lead our PUD. Our utilities should work for us with smart, simple solutions. I ask for your vote and your support in bringing our PUD into the 21st century. Thank you!

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Pages 75-80 contain the local measures certified to appear on the November 6, 2018 General Election ballot. Only voters residing in the district will be eligible to vote on the measure.

For each measure in the Local Voters’ Pamphlet, the legislative authority of the jurisdiction placing the measure on the ballot is required to formally appoint committees to prepare statements advocating the

approval and rejection of the measure. If the jurisdiction is unable to make such appointments, the Thurston County Auditor advertises for such appointments.

The Auditor’s Office encourages you to thoroughly review all statements and seek additional information from the jurisdictions, the appointed citizens’ committees, and the local and regional media.

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The Intercity Transit Authority adopted Resolution 02-2018 concerning a proposition to finance public transportation services. This proposition seeks voter approval to increase the sales and use tax within the public transportation benefit area by four-tenths of one percent (0.4%) to maintain, improve and expand transit services. The funds would preserve current services, expand bus routes into new areas, increase the frequency and operating hours of local and commuter bus service, make capital and technology improvements and expand specialized transportation services for seniors and individuals living with disabilities.

Should this proposition be:

Approved

Rejected

Intercity Transit (IT) provides public transportation services in Olympia, Lacey, Tumwater, Yelm and the surrounding urban growth areas. This proposition would authorize IT to increase the sales and use tax imposed by four-tenths of one percent (0.4%), or an additional four cents on a $10 taxable purchase.

The increase is necessary to preserve the existing level of service in the face of rapid population growth and reduced federal funding. If rejected, IT will need to cut service. If approved, the revenue will allow IT to continue service for people who rely on public transit, including students, seniors and individuals living with disabilities who utilize IT’s specialized transportation services.

The revenue would also support improvements to the existing system, such as adding trips earlier in the morning, later at night and on the weekends, and providing more frequent service, better connections for commuters, new bus routes to growing population and employment centers, improvements to transit services for seniors and individuals living with disabilities, Bus Rapid Transit, and technology upgrades which will improve service for all.

Intercity Transit Authority Only voters residing in the Intercity Transit Authority District may vote on this measure.Proposition No. 1Maintain, Improve and Expand Public Transportation Services

Ballot Title Explanatory Statement

For Statement Against StatementPublic transportation is an essential service in our community. Intercity Transit connects people to jobs, schools, health care, services, shopping, and activities. Intercity Transit serves those without transportation and provides commuter options that help reduce air pollution and congestion. Public transportation will become even more critical as our community grows.

For an additional 4 cents per $10 taxable purchase, we can preserve service for those that rely on it and make it more accessible for new riders. Services like Dial-A-Lift for seniors and those living with disabilities will be enhanced. New routes will be added so Intercity Transit can serve new and growing neighborhoods, employment centers and locations to the north. Intercity Transit will extend hours and increase frequency to accommodate a wider variety of schedules. Reductions in federal funding make this vote necessary. Without new revenue to offset diminished federal funding, Intercity Transit will need to reduce services by 15%. It’s up to us to address population growth, protect our quality of life and serve our low income, student, elderly and disabled populations.

Voting Yes on Proposition 1 provides more buses, shorter waits, expanded hours, new routes and express service on major routes. Voting Yes prevents service cuts and sustains an important community service.

Proposition 1 allows us to save transit service for people that rely on it and to invest in improvements to meet our community needs well into the future. We urge you to vote yes on Proposition 1. Thank you for your support.

Thurston For Better Transit: Karen Fraser , Gary Edwards, Virgil Clarkson (www.thurstonforbettertransit.org)

Biggest increase in historyThis is the biggest tax increase in the history of Intercity Transit. Never, in the time the system has been in existence has it ever asked voters for an increase in the sales tax of this magnitude. The Washington State Legislature, in an effort to bail out Sound Transit in King County, authorized transit systems to increase the amount of money they could raise. Intercity Transit saw a cash cow dangling in front of it and couldn't resist the opportunity to "cash in".

Original MissionWhen the transit system was first formed its mission was to provide transit service to those who couldn't or didn't drive. Since that time, it has strayed far beyond that original intent and has become a poster boy for government agencies which expand into areas outside of its original mission. It runs the DASH shuttle which operates as a parking shuttle moving people from the Farmer's Market to the state legislature. The state should pay for that service, not the taxpayers of Thurston County. It operates a ride sharing service which is not part of its mission and it sends buses to Tacoma and Seattle. It has expanded far beyond its original mission and Thurston County taxpayers are paying the cost

Not neededThis tax increase is just an opportunistic government agency seeing a bucket of cash dangling in front of it and can't resist grabbing onto it with only vague plans on how to use it.

Ken Balsley ([email protected])

Rebuttal of Statement ForIntercity Transit has not denied that this is the biggest increase in taxes they’ve ever asked for.

Next year 911 communications will be asking for a tax increase to modernize its communication system between fire, police and medics. This upcoming measure is more important than an increase in transit service. Make your tax dollar count.

Rebuttal of Statement AgainstIt is urgent that (1) we prevent a 15% service reduction due to federal funding cuts; and (2) we help our growing population get to jobs, schools, medical appointments, and more. This will fund more buses, additional routes, expanded hours, shorter waits and some express services and minimize congestion and air pollution.

A typical household would pay only $2 to $5 per month, about the cost of a latte. Please vote yes.

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City of Lacey Only voters residing in the city limits of Lacey may vote on this measure.Proposition No. 1Formation and Funding of New Lacey Metropolitan Park District


For Statement Against Statement

City of Lacey Resolution No. 1064 concerns formation of the Lacey Metropolitan Park District. This proposition would create the Lacey Metropolitan Park District to provide ongoing funding to acquire, maintain, operate, and improve parks, trails, recreational facilities, and programs; set district boundaries as the city’s corporate limits; designate the Lacey City Council as ex officio board of parks commissioners with all powers set forth in Chapter 35.61 RCW; and authorize the park board to set the maximum general tax levy rate at an amount up to $.47 per $1,000 assessed valuation.

Shall the Lacey Metropolitan Park District be so created and governed?

For the formation of the Lacey Metropolitan Park District, to be governed by the Lacey City Council as ex officio board of parks commissioners.

Against the formation of a metropolitan park district.

As authorized by the legislature under RCW 35.61, the Lacey City Council is seeking to create a Lacey Metropolitan Park District (District) and establish the property tax rate for the purpose of providing additional funding for park improvements, maintenance, acquisition, and other recreational opportunities.

The boundary of the District would be the same as the city limits, and the Lacey City Council would serve as the District’s governing board. Although state law authorizes an established metropolitan park district to levy a maximum of $.75 per $1,000 assessed valuation, this proposition would only authorize a property tax in an amount up to $.47 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. The funding is intended to be used to construct new athletic fields, a spray park, multi-use trails, playground structures, and other amenities as identified in the parks and recreational comprehensive plan, and to provide public access to currently owned undeveloped park property.

If the Proposition passes, the Lacey Municipal Code will be amended to establish the District and create a dedicated fund for the purposes described above.

It’s been 16 years since voters approved a park ballot measure. During that time the population of Lacey has nearly doubled. Due to the foresight of Lacey voters in 2002, our community developed the Regional Athletic Complex, expansion of Woodland Creek Park and the development of Rainier Vista Park. It is time to make another investment for the future! This measure asks for less than two-thirds of the allowable rate and would be in addition to the current parks budget. The City Council will act as the District’s board and the funding follows the recommendation of the Park’s Comprehensive Plan.

A great parks system is vital for people of modest means and senior citizens on fixed incomes who benefit from free access to parks and events. Saying yes to a Metropolitan Parks District is a sound decision that will benefit people of all ages to access new walking trails, undeveloped parks at Pleasant Glade and Cuoio Community Park, more multi-use athletic fields, spray park and other park amenities.

Parks make a community vibrant and sustainable and are an economic stimulus for sports tourism. The Regional Athletic Compound is booked every weekend and its expansion will create new jobs in Lacey. A yes vote today ensures Lacey will have a parks system that will meet the needs of tomorrow for all of our residents. Vote yes for Parks for us…for the future!

Committee for the Lacey Metropolitan Park District: Graeme Sackrison ([email protected], 360.791.8376), Ken Balsley, Troy Kirby

Lacey Needs Neighborhood ParksLacey has great parks. Don’t be fooled. the Lacey Metro Parks District (LMPD) is for big ticket items such as a sports stadium, museum and civic center, and huge indoor sports facility. The 3 projects account for about 80% of the proposed LMPD spending. Lacey, a family community, is unlikely to be a “sports destination.” We must be responsible stewards of our tax money and vote for families first.

LMPD Completely UnnecessaryLacey already has a tax funded Parks Department with a budget of $2,774,299. Lacey already owns 1,182 acres of park land. 62% is undeveloped. Present revenue is enough to build and maintain family parks especially if Council stops diverting the 1% utility tax intended for parks.

Homeowners, Renters, & Businesses Pay MoreHomeowners and businesses will pay higher taxes. Renters will pay more through higher rents. Low income families will be most affected. Some may become homeless and we already have that problem. An LMPD significantly increases authorized tax and debt burdens. Our citizens are already paying millions for parks.

Vote “Against” Lacey Prop 1Lacey needs parks. We also need schools, police, fire, water, sewer, transit, and roads. We don’t need monuments and “sports destinations.” Extra LMPD taxation and debt impacts our willingness to fund schools, police, fire, water, sewer, transit, and roads. The only sure things about the LMPD are debt and taxes. Vote “Against” Lacey Prop 1.

Committee for Parks not Monuments: Edwin J. Pole II ([email protected]), Kevin Hochhalter, Chris Rohloff

Rebuttal of Statement ForFamily parks can be funded within existing debt & tax limits. The LMPD is only needed for big ticket monuments, expensive to build & operate. “Sports tourism” benefits the owners of hotels and restaurants. The city wants you to foot the bill. If profitable, the private sector can pay. New jobs will be minimal. The LMPD increases housing costs, wrong choice during a housing crisis. Vote against Prop 1.

Rebuttal of Statement AgainstThe Libertarians who wrote the above statement oppose any tax. Lacey plans to develop our parks by building a new swim park on Hicks Lake, a splash pool in Huntamer Park, walking trails in Cuoio Park and the installation of playground equipment in at least five neighborhood parks. They have picked out low priority sports facilities to criticize.

Lacey has always been a good steward of tax dollars. We can afford $11 a month.


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City of Tumwater Only voters residing in the city limits of Tumwater may vote on this measure.Proposition No. 1Formation and Funding of New Tumwater Metropolitan Park District


Vote Yes – Parks and recreation opportunities are some of the most important community amenities considered when choosing a place to call home. Tumwater has great parks but the City does not have the funding to maintain them. Community surveys have repeatedly shown Tumwater residents love our community events, want more parks and trails, preservation of open space and environmentally sensitive areas, and a new community center. Proposition 1 provides funding to improve maintenance and modestly expand Tumwater’s parks system to serve these needs.

Accountability – Funds generated by Proposition 1 must be used on parks and recreational facilities and programs. Under state law, these funds cannot be diverted for other services. Tumwater has demonstrated it delivers what it promises as proven by the voter-approved 2011 public safety levy and the 2015 street maintenance measure.

Cost effective – This balanced proposal was crafted over the last year with help from citizens representing a wide range of community interests. Structured to reduce the cost to Tumwater residents, the typical property owner will pay about $11 per month in the first five years, then less than $20 per month thereafter.

Future Investment – Proposition 1 provides stable funding to keep parks open, clean and safe. It preserves programs that keep at-risk kids off the streets, and helps seniors stay active and independent. These funds will build a legacy, benefiting our community for generations to come. Let’s keep Tumwater a great place to live and raise a family. Vote yes for parks. Vote yes on Proposition 1.

Yes Tumwater Parks: Erin Carrier (Yestumwaterparks.com, [email protected], 360.790.8077), Joel Hansen, Pete Kmet

For Statement Against StatementNumber of Tumwater public parks exceeds national standards.The citizens of Tumwater enjoy and use 18 city parks, including a 18 hole golf course. The national standard for parks for a city the size of Tumwater’s is 11. Within the city limits there is also a private park of 18 acres accessed and used by the citizens. Along with the 18 public parks there are 5 miles of trails. With 5 more miles planed.

Citizens in Tumwater pay their fair share for parks.The citizens of Tumwater support public parks through the Parks and Recreation Department which has a biennium budget of $9,447,435. The City of Tumwater also collects parks impact fee of $3,726.86 on each new home constructed. This impact fee would generate an additional $745,000 in taxes.

More taxes through a Parks Benefit District.The Metropolitan Park District initiative is the first step in creating an additional tax on property of 75 cents per thousand. For a $300,000 house this is a property tax increase of $225 per year.

New taxes are not fair!What is not fair is that this new tax is regressive and unfair, unfair to people that live on a fixed income, trying to purchase their first home or people that are working 1, 2 or maybe 3 jobs. Vote no on Proposition 1, Metropolitan Park District and continue to enjoy the affordable quality of life that we have in Tumwater.

Committee in support of fair parks: Ed Hildreth ([email protected], 360.556.1013)

City of Tumwater Resolution No. R2018-017 concerns formation of the Tumwater Metropolitan Park District. The proposition would create the Tumwater Metropolitan Park District to provide ongoing funding to acquire, maintain, operate and improve parks, trails, recreational facilities, and programs; set district boundaries as the city’s corporate limits; designate City Council as park board with all powers set forth in 35.61 RCW; and set the maximum general tax levy rate at $.75 per $1,000 of assessed valuation beginning with collection of $.45 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for the first five years.

Shall the Tumwater Metropolitan Park District be so created and governed?

For the formation of the Tumwater Metropolitan Park District, to be governed by the Tumwater City Council as the ex officio board of parks commissioners.

Against the formation of a metropolitan park district.

As authorized by the legislature under RCW 35.61, the Tumwater city council is seeking to create a Tumwater Metropolitan Park District (District) and establish the property tax rate for the purpose of providing additional funding to acquire, improve, maintain, and operate parks, trails, recreational facilities and programs.

The boundary of the District would be the same as the city limits, and the Tumwater city council would serve as the District’s governing board. This proposition would authorize a maximum property tax rate of $.75 per $1,000 of assessed valuation as provided in RCW 35.61.210. The District would collect $.45 per $1,000 of assessed valuation for the first five years. The funding is intended to improve maintenance of existing parks and trails, construct new neighborhood parks and trails, expand recreational programs for youth and families, and construct a future community center building for indoor sports, senior services, and meeting space.

If the Proposition passes, the Tumwater Municipal Code will be amended to establish the District and create a dedicated fund for the purposes described above.

Rebuttal of Statement ForThe structure of proposition 1 would not reduce costs but would increase costs by almost $225.00 per year. Current city funding has the ability to provide a sustainable parks system that can grow with the population.

Without an increase in taxes Tumwater will continue to be a great city with the funding that is in place for public safety, well maintained facilities and a parks system that exceed national standards. Vote no on Proposition 1.

Rebuttal of Statement AgainstThe opponent has misrepresented the parks budget by using a two-year budget and including non-park expenses like fire station maintenance. In reality, Tumwater maintains over 150 acres of developed parks with the same staffing as in 2001, when Tumwater was much smaller and had fewer parks.

Don’t be fooled by the anti-tax rhetoric. Many neighborhoods in Tumwater need a park and playground. You’ll get great value for your tax dollars with Proposition 1. Vote yes!

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Thurston County Fire District No. 8 Only voters residing in Fire District No. 8 may vote on this measure.Proposition No. 1Multiple Year Levy Lid Lift


For Statement Against StatementVote Yes for a Strong Fire DepartmentLevy dollars pay for Firefighter/EMTs, fire engines, tools and supplies, training, safety equipment, maintenance, and support costs. Fire service expenses, particularly labor costs, have increased faster than the 1% revenue growth limit imposed by state law. After being set at $1.50 per thousand of assessed value in 2015, our tax rate has dropped to $1.34 as property values have increased. Restoring the levy, capped at $1.50, will allow the district to keep up with these expenses.

Vote Yes for Improved ServiceThe proposed levy restoration provides sustained funding to increase the number of Firefighter/EMTs and Lieutenants to support round-the-clock staffing of our fire stations.

Vote Yes for a Reasonable Tax RateThis proposition will allow up to a 6% annual increase over the following 5 years, but never more than $1.50 per thousand of assessed value. At this level, Fire District 8’s tax rate will still be lower than the average of comparable fire districts in the area. As fire service costs have increased, other districts have begun assessing excess maintenance and operations levies above $1.50 to cover the basic operating costs covered by our levy. Our fire district is working hard to be efficient and keep costs down to avoid additional taxes.

Vote Yes for Public Safety in our CommunityMaintaining a strong fire department will help assure emergency services are there when we need them to keep our community a safe and desirable place to live.

Support South Bay Fire Department: Milt Harper ([email protected], 360.705.3763), Rich Gleckler, Gloria Zvirzdys

No against committee was formed.

The Board of Thurston County Fire Protection District 8 adopted Resolution No. 2018-01 concerning a proposition to maintain and fund District operations. This proposition will authorize the District to restore its regular property tax levy to $1.50 per $1,000.00 of assessed valuation in 2018 for collection in 2019 and establish annual increases of up to six percent, for each of the five succeeding years, to provide funding to maintain fire protection and emergency medical service levels. The maximum allowable levy in 2023 shall serve as the base for subsequent levy limitations as provided by Chapter 84.55 RCW.

Should this proposition be:

Approved

Rejected

Thurston County Fire Protection District 8 provides emergency fire protection and medical services to its citizens. If approved by the voters, this proposition will authorize the District to restore its regular real property tax levy rate to $1.50 per $1,000 of assessed valuation in 2018 for collection in 2019 (the District currently levies taxes at the rate of $1.33 per $1,000 of assessed valuation) and will establish an annual growth rate of up to six percent for following five years. In 2024, absent further voter approval, increases will be subject to the statutory one percent limit.

The District’s Board of Commissioners has determined that this proposition is necessary to maintain an effective level of services, fire fighter staffing, equipment and facilities in light of rising costs. Approval of this measure will allow the District to maintain and improve the level of fire protection and emergency medical services provided to its citizens.

Did you know?Fact #3: Our ballot counting system is secure! They’re never connected to the internet, and there’s no way to access them remotely.

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Did you know?Fact #4: All ballots are sealed and secured with tamper evident seals. A minimum of two people are with ballots at all times. Our staff goes through extensive training to ensure our elections are transparent, accurate, and secure. We’d be happy to give you a tour! Contact us at [email protected] or 360.786.5408.

Thurston County Fire Protection District No. 9 Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution No. 18-529 concerning a proposition to increase the Board of Commissioners from three to five.

Shall Thurston County Fire Protection District No. 9 Board of Commissioners be increased from three to five members?

Yes

No

Washington State Law, at RCW 52.14.015, allows increasing the board of commissioners of a fire protection district from three to five, with voter approval. The two additional positions would be filled by registered voters who reside within the fire district. For approval, such a proposition requires a simple majority of the resident electors casting ballots on the measure.

The Board of the district has passed a resolution determining that it would be in the best interest of the district and its citizens to increase the number of fire commissioners from three to five. This would encourage broader public discussion of and participation in the decision making function of the Board and increase representation from the community.

Population growth to over 15,000 persons served, and the increasing number of 911 responses continues to make the provision of fire and emergency services more complex. A larger Board will help to deal with this increasing complexity. This change would also allow the Commissioners to appoint committees of the Board to study issues for presentation to the full Board.

Thurston County Fire District No. 9 Only voters residing in Fire District No. 9 may vote on this measure.Proposition No. 1Increase Board of Fire Commissioners from Three to Five


For Statement Against StatementNo against committee was formed.Your voice is important!

Thurston County Fire District #9 (McLane Black Lake) has grown and now serves a larger geographic area from the tip of Cooper Point Road, South on Delphi Road to Lake Lucinda, the Black Lake and Summit Lake areas and West to the Grays Harbor County line.

Commissioners recognize importance of community representationRecognizing the importance of community representation throughout the Fire District, the Board of Fire Commissioners passed Resolution 18-529 to increase the number of Fire Commissioners from three (3) to five (5) members, to aid in best understanding and serving the needs of this large and diverse response area.

Five-member Board provides greater community influence in decision makingThe intent of increasing the Board is to improve community representation by encouraging broader public discussion and by providing greater participation in the decision-making function of the Board.

Vote “yes” to improve community representation on the Board of Fire Commissioners

Committee For Community Representation: Coby Farnham ([email protected], 360.280.2643), Dale Putnam, Jeff Novak

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The Board of Fire Commissioners of Thurston County Fire District No. 12 has adopted Resolution No. 2018-6 concerning a proposition to increase the Board of Commissioners from three to five.

Shall Thurston County Fire District No. 12 Board of Commissioners be increased from three to five members?

Yes

No

Washington State Law, at RCW 52.14.015, allows a five-member board of commissioners of a fire protection district, with voter approval. The proposition requires a simple majority of the resident electors casting ballots.

The Commissioners for Thurston County Fire Protection District 12, doing business as South Thurston Fire & EMS, have passed a resolution determining that it would be in the best interest of the district and its citizens to increase the number of fire commissioners from three to five. The district was formed when the population of the area was much smaller. The City of Tenino has annexed into the fire district for fire protection and Fire District 16 (Gibson Valley) has also merged into the fire district. Population has increased substantially since the district was formed. Authorizing a five-member Board would increase representation from the community and provide appropriate level of representation.

Population growth and the increasing number of 911 responses continue to make the provision of fire and emergency services more complex. A larger Board of elected officials will address this complexity.

Thurston County Fire Protection District No. 12 Only voters residing in Fire District No. 12 may vote on this measure.Proposition No. 1Increase Board of Fire Commissioners from Three to Five


For Statement Against StatementNo against committee was formed.In April of 2016 Thurston County Fire District 16 merged into

Thurston County Fire District 12 and formed South Thurston Fire and EMS increasing the square miles of coverage from 44 to 76. In April of 2017 the citizens of the City of Tenino and the residents of South Thurston Fire and EMS voted overwhelmingly to annex the City of Tenino into South Thurston Fire and EMS increasing the population served to over 7,000.

Washington law provides for three fire commissioners to govern the District (RCW 52.14.010). Five fire commissioners currently serve on the Board of Fire District No. 12 (South Thurston Fire and EMS) the law requires reducing by one commissioner with each term until reaching three commissioners. The law also provides that citizens may vote to increase the number of commissioners to five (RCW 52.14.015).

As elected officials and citizens worked toward this annexation and merger, many recognized that an expanded District would create both the need and opportunity to strengthen representation within the enlarged District through additional Fire Commissioners on the District Board.

Voting to retain the five positions will provide many benefits. It creates more opportunities for residents of the City of Tenino and the district to serve on the board. By increasing the number of commissioners from 3 to 5 it increases the efficiency and effectiveness of the board. Voters should welcome best management practices and greater efficiencies within our Fire District to better serve the citizens. Citizens for South Thurston Fire and EMS: Ben Wilburn (SouthThurstonFire.org, [email protected], 360.264.4595), Bob Bacon, Bill Bachmann

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