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Administrative responsibilities cycle between the four counties. Kittitas County became <br />lead agency on July 1, 2021, and completed tenure July 30, 2025. Lincoln County then <br />became lead agency. The current QUADCO Bylaws have a four year rotation between <br />counties acting as lead agency. <br />During Kittitas County time as lead agency, the work program included updates to <br />policies as well as managing financial aspects. The Human Service Transportation Plan <br />(HSTP) was updated which allows member agencies to access transit funding through the <br />Washington State consolidated grant program. Policies including Title VI, Code of Ethics <br />and ADA policies were developed or revised. In addition, funding programs for the <br />Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) and the Surface Transportation Block Grant <br />Transportation Alternative (STBG-TA) were successfully solicited and managed to <br />completion. Work also began on coordinating with member agencies the required updates <br />and reviews of the Transportation Element of agencies comprehensive plans. <br />DISCUSSION: <br />QUADCO is unique in its administrative method. While other RTPO's have dedicated <br />staff, QUADCO has a rotation between the four Counties, each acting as lead agency for <br />a set period of time. This structure has allowed minimal administrative costs, using <br />available funds for member planning projects. Funding opportunities have changed over <br />the years. As a result, RTPOs need to be positioned to effectively identify opportunities <br />and coordinate regional priorities. With the need for stronger regional planning, there is a <br />need to consider the administrative structure of QUADCO including alternative <br />approaches. Any revision to the QUADCO administrative structure will require member <br />agency approval. A letter has been prepared and attached, requesting QUADCO <br />membership discuss the current administrative model and evaluate if a different model <br />will better serve members and the region. <br />FISCAL IMPACT: <br />None anticipated <br />ATTACHMENTS: <br />Draft Letter to QUADCO members <br />