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2O2O LODGING TAX SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN KTTTTTAS COUNTY AND CtTy OF CLE ELUM (MUNtCtpALtTyl
This Contract, effective October 6,2020 is made and entered into by and between KITTITAS
COUNTY ("County"), a subdivision of the State of Washington, and the CITY OF CLE ELUM
("Contractor").
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to provide for Tourism-Related, Small-Scale
Municipality-Owned Capital Projects relating to activities and expenditures designed to increase
tourism,
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions contained herein, or
attached and incorporated and made a part hereof, the County and the Contractor mutually agree
as follows:
Section 1. S of Work.
a Contractor shall provide the services and staff described in its Application for Lodging Tax
Funds submitted to the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, attached hereto as Exhibit "A"
(with limitations-see Section 2.a & b) which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by
this reference.
b. Except as otherwise specifically provided in this Agreement, Contractor shall furnish the
following as required to perform the services, described in Paragraph (a) above, in
accordance with this Agreement: Personnel, labor and supervision; technical, professional
and other services. All such services, property and other items furnished or required to be
furnished, together with all other obligations performed, or required to be performed, by
Contractor under this Agreement are collectively referred to herein as "Services."
Section 2. Pavment
a. As full compensation for satisfactory performance of the Contractor's Services, the County
agrees to pay Contractor the sum of fifty thousand dollars (550,000.00) to be used for
capital project- only for the Washington State Horse Park's Covered Arena-Phase 1
Completion Project.
b. Additional payment terms: The County will make payment to the Contractor only on a
reimbursement basis, as receipts for any items are submitted to the County, not to exceed
the sum of fifty thousand dollars (S50,000.00) ) to be used for capital project-only for the
Washington State Horse Park's Covered Arena-Phase 1 Completion Project.
c. Services/Expenses that are reimbursed must be dated during the 24 (twenty.four) months
(or two years) of the date of the Agreement and final date to submit reimbursements
requests is October 6,2022 after this date funds lapse.
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d. Requests for reimbursements must be submitted to:
Kittitas County Aud itor
Attn: Judy Pless
205 West 5th Ave - Suite 105
Ellensburg, WA 98926
a uditoraccounting@co.kittitas.wa. us
e. Reporting requirements of your events will be required on prescribed forms from the
County Auditor.
Section 3. Performance bv Contractor.
Contractor shall not (by contract, operation of law or otherwise) delegate or subcontract
performance of any Services to any other person or entity without the prior written consent
of the County. Any such delegation or subcontracting without the County's prior written
consent shall be voidable at the County's option.
b. Contractor shall at all times be an independent contractor and not an agent or representa-
tive of the County with regard to performing the Services. Contractor shall not represent
that it is, or hold itself out as, an agent or representative of the County. ln no event shall
Contractor be authorized to enter into any Agreement or undertaking for or on behalf of the
County. lt is understood that the Contractor and the Contractor's staff and employees are
not employees of the County and are not, therefore, entitled to any benefits provided
employees of the County.
c. Contractor shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders,
licenses, permits, and other requirements, now or hereafter in effect, of any governmental
authority (including, but not limited to, such requirements as may be imposed upon the
County and applicable to Services). Contractor shall furnish such documents as may be
required to effect or evidence such compliance. All laws, ordinances, rules, and orders
required to be incorporated into agreements of this character are incorporated into this
Agreement by this reference. Contractor agrees to obtain all required licenses and permits,
and further agrees to keep them in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement.
d. The County and the Contractor agree that in fulfilling the terms and conditions of this
Agreement neither shall discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age,
sex, marital status, or the presence of a physical, sensory, or mental handicap.
The Services shall at all times be subject to inspection by and approval of the County, but
the County's making (or failure or delay in making) such inspection or approval shall not
relieve Contractor of its responsibility to perform the Services in accord with this
Agreement, notwithstanding the County's knowledge of defective or non-complying
performance, or the substantiality or ease of discovering the same. Contractor shall provide
the County with sufficient, safe, and proper facilities and equipment for such inspection and
free access to such facilities.
t. This contract is subject to review by any Federal or State auditor. Contractor shall promptly
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furnish the County or its designee, or such Federal or State auditor with such information
related to the Services as may be requested by the applicable governmental entity.
Contractor shall preserve and maintain all financial records and records relating to
performance of Services under this Agreement for six (6) years after contract termination.
For such duration after the County makes final payment of compensation due hereunder,
Contractor shall provide the County access to (and the County shall have the right to
examine, audit and copy, with or without notice) all of Contractor's books, documents,
papers and records related to the Services or this Agreement.
g. Contractor understands and acknowledges that Contractor is solely responsible for its own
reporting and accounting of all state, federal, social security, and local taxes, of every nature,
arising from Contractor's performance of this Agreement. All compensation received by the
Contractor will be reported to the lnternal Revenue Service at the end of the calendar year in
accord with the applicable IRS regulations.
Section 4. Release, Indemnity, and Hold Harmless.
The County assumes no liability for the Contractor's actions under this Agreement. Contractor
releases and shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the County, its officers and employees,
agents, representatives, attorneys and/or volunteers, from and against all claims, costs, liabilities,
damages, and expenses, (including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney fees) which arise or
may arise or be alleged to arise out of or by reason of this Agreement including:
Any fault, negligence, strict liability or product liability of Contractor in connection with the
Services for this Agreement;
Any lien asserted upon any property of the County in connection with the Services for this
Agreement;
a Any failure of Contractor, or of the Services, to comply with any applicable law, ordinance,
rule, regulation, order, license, permit and other requirement, now or hereafter in effect, of
any governmental authority; or
a Any breach of or default under this Agreement by Contractor
Section 5. Co mnl iance with Public Records Law.
a ln compliance with Washington's public records law, the County will retain copies of any
documents associated with this Agreement, which may be required by law unless legally
exempt from such retention, for any applicable legally required retention period.
b. ln the event a public records request is made to the County for documents created in
relation to this Agreement, should legal uncertainty arise regarding the disclosability of any
documents under federal or state public records laws, the County shall provide notice to
Contractor pursuant to Washington's public records act, chapter 42.56 RCW, to allow
Contractor to seek a court injunction.
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c. The County specifically shall not be liable to Contractor for the County's release under public
records laws of any documents not protected by trademark, copyright or other law.
Section 5. lndustrial lnsurance Waiver.
With respect to performance of this Agreement and as to any claims against the County, its Additional
lnsureds, officers, agents and employees, the Contractor expressly waives its immunity under Title 51
of the Revised Code of Washington, the lndustrial lnsurance Act, for injuries to Contractor's employees
and agrees that the obligations to indemnifli, defend and hold harmless provided in this Agreement
extend to any claim brought by or on behalf of any employee of the Contractor. This waiver is
mutually negotiated by the parties to this Agreement.
Section 7. lnsurance and Endorsements.
a. The County may require through a request in writing that the Contractor provide the County
with a certificate, binder, or policy of liability insurance, acceptable to the County in an
amount specified by the County.
b. Such liability insurance shall be such as will protect Contractor, its employees, agents and
representatives, from all claims, losses, harm, costs, liabilities, damages and expenses
arising out of personal injury (including death) or property damage that may result from
performance of the Services or this Agreement, whether such performance is by Contractor
or any of its employees, agents or representatives.
c. Should the County require such liability insurance, the Contractor agrees to provide proof of
insurance prior to commencing performance of this Agreement.
d. Copies of the County's written request and the insurance documents provided by Contractor
shall be attached to this Agreement and by this reference will be made part hereof.
Where insurance is requested by the County, all liability insurance policies shall be endorsed
to include the County as an Additional lnsured and shall stipulate that the insurance
afforded by the policies shall be primary insurance, and that any insurance, self-insured
retention, deductibles, or risk retention trusts maintained or participated in by the Parties
shall be excess and not contributory to any other insurance maintained by the County.
Contractor shall furnish the County a certificate of insurance with Endorsement as evidence
that the required policies are in full force and effect.
Section 8. Termination.
The County may, by written notice thereof to Contractor, terminate this Agreement as to all or any
portion of the Services not yet performed, whether or not Contractor is in breach or default. Upon
receiving such notice of termination, Contractor shall, except as otherwise directed by the County,
immediately stop performing the Services to the extent specified in the notice. ln the event the
County terminates the Contracto/s Services, the Contractor is obligated and hereby agrees to
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refund to the County all monies paid for Services not yet rendered by the Contractor, if any, as of
the date of the notice of termination.
Section 9. Miscellaneous.
Contractor shall not (by contract, operation of law or otherwise) assign this Agreement or
any right or interest in this Agreement without the County's prior written consent.
b. This Agreement embodies the entire Agreement between the County and Contractor, and
supersedes any and all prior oral or written communications, proposals, conditions, promises,
representations, or understandings regarding the Services. No change, amendment or
modification of any provision of this Agreement shall be valid unless set forth in a written
amendment to the Agreement signed by both parties.
c. Notice for any purpose under this Agreement, except service of process, shall be given by
the Contractor to the Kittitas County Commissioners and the Kittitas County Auditor, 205 West
5th Ave. Ellensburg, WA 98926. For all purposes under this Agreement, any notice by the
County to the Contractor shall be given to the Contractor's address provided on the signature
page. Notice may be given by delivery or by depositing in the U.S. Mail, first class, postage
prepaid, certified mail, return receipt requested.
d. The section and paragraph headings of this Agreement are for reference convenience only
and are not intended to restrict, affect or be of any weight in interpreting or construing the
provisions of such sections or paragraphs.
e. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and by facsimile, each of
which will be deemed an original, but allof which togetherwillconstitute one and the same
instrument.
f. Contractor warrants to the County that the individual signing on Contractor's behalf has the
requisite power and authority to enter into and to perform Contractor's obligations under
this Agreement. Contractor further warrants to the County that Contractor has made no
misrepresentation or misleading statement in connection with this Agreement, and is not in
violation of any applicable law, ordinance, or regulation the consequence of which will or
may materially affect Contractor's ability to perform its obligations under this Agreement.
g. lf any term or condition of this Agreement or the application thereof to any person(s) or
circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the other terms, conditions or
applications which can be given effect without the invalid term, condition or application. To
this end, the terms and conditions of this Agreement are declared severable.
h. The exclusive venue for any action brought to enforce this Agreement or any of its terms
shall be in Kittitas County, State of Washington.
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KITTITAS COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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CONTRACTOR
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Chair IPrint Name]
Vice Chair
Commissioner
ATTEST:
[Address]
[Telephone]
Clerk of the Board
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
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Exniv\t I' tt\
Lodging Tax for Tou rism-Related, Srnall-Scale
Municipality-Owned Capital Projects and
Operations
Washington State Horse Park Covered Arena Project
WASHINGTON STATE
HORST PARK
Subrnission Deadline: June 18th, 2O2O
Kittitas County Comm issioners
205 W sth Avenue, Suite 108, Ellensburg, WA 98925
509-962-7508
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KITTITAS COU
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Lodging Tax for Tourism-Related, Small-Scale Municipality-
Owned Capital Projects and Operations General
lnformation
Kittitas County imposes a lodging tax assessed on the sale or charge rnade for furnishings of
lodging according to RCW 67.28.!80 and RCW 67.28.18L.1n accordance with the tax and
Washington State law, a Lodging Tax Advisory Committee has also been established. The
committee's purpose is to advise and recommend to the Board of County Commissioners how
excise taxes on lodging should be allocated to support tourism which in turn generates
revenue,
Uses Accordins to Law:
RCW 67.28.18L6 states the following:
Lodging tax revenues under this chapter may be used, directly by any municipality or indirectly
through a convention and visitor bureau or destination marketing organization for: .,.(c)
Supporting the operations and capital expenditures of tourism-related facilities owned or
operated by a municipality...
Dgfinitions included in state law which should be co.nside,reC in anv Arplicatlo_n requestlnr
fundine includej
L. Tourism means economic activity resulting from tourists, which may include sales of
overnight lodging, rneals, tours, gifts, or souvenirs.
2. Tourism promotion means activities, operations, and expenditures designed to
increase tourism, including but not limited to advertising, publicizing, or otherwise
distributing inforrnation for the purpose of attracting and welcoming tourists;
developing strategies to expand tourism; operating tourism promotion agencies;
and funding marketing or the operation of special events and festivals designated to
attract tourists.
3. Tourism-related facility means real or tangible personal property with a usable life of
three or more years, or constructed with volunteer labor that is: (a) (i) owned by a
public entity; (ii) owned by a nonprofit organization described under section 501(c)
(3) of the federal internal revenue code of 1986, as amended; or (iii) owned by a
nonprofit organization described under section 501 (c) (6) of the federal internal
revenue code of 1986, as amended; a business organization, destination marketing
organizations, main street organization, lodging association, or charnber of
commerce; and (b) used to support tourism, performing arts, or to accommodate
tourist activities,
Review Process:
Kittitas County's Lodging Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) will review all complete applications.
Qualifying applicants will be provided the opportunity to present their projects to the LTAC and
answer questions. Capital project applications will be scored based on the inforntation
provided by the applicant, ranked, and funding recommendations with supporting information
will be submitted to the Kittitas County Board of Commissioners. The ranking will determine,
generally, the order in which the applications will be considered for funding from the highest
being considered first to the lowest receiving the last consideration. However, all municipalities
which submit at least one qualifying application in a given year rnust receive funding
consideration before a second application from a municipality which has been recommended
for a funding award is considered. The Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has final
approval authority for the list of recommendations.
Prior to making a final decision, the BOCC will publicly deliberate on the recommendations
received from the LTAC. Applicants rnay also be requested to present their projects to the
BOCC and answer questions.
Scoring sheets utilized by the LTAC to rank applications for capital proiects are included in this
packet for your reference and information. Applications which do not receive a minimum
score of at least 75 points, do not provide at least 50% matching funds, or do not follow the
submission instructions will not be considered for funding.
Apslication Definitions:
Below is a list of terms and phrases which have a specific meaning within this application. lt
may be helpful for you to review these as you prepare responses so that a better understanding
of the reviewer's expectations may be obtained.
Capital Asset is any type of property that has a useful life longer than one year and is
valued at over 55,000.00.
Constructaon or "Hard" Costs are the direct contractor costs for labor, material,
equipment and services; contractor's overhead and profit, and other direct construction
costs. These costs do not include the compensation paid to architects, engineerq or
consultants, the cost of land, right-of-ways, or other similar costs.
Matching Funds is the amount of funding your organizations has secured and is
contributing to the project. This includes both direct and indirect support. Direct funds
can be in the form of cash funding from your organization or funding secured
elsewhere but dedicated to the project such as other grants, loans, donations, etc.
lndirect funding support includes in-kind support like labor, volunteer support, supplies,
and services which directly relate to the project or event, including those supplied by
your organization and others.
Municipality is an incorporated city, county, or town.
Real Property is fixed property, principally land and buildings.
Small Scale capital projects are defined as those which request funding support of less
than s50,000.
Soft Costs are cost items in addition to the direct construction cost. These
generally include architectural and engineering, permits and fees, financing fees,
construction interest and operating expenses, leasing and real estate commissions,
advertising and promotion, and supervision.
Tourist is a person traveling for business or pleasure on a trip:
A. Away from their place of residence or business and staying overnight in paid
accommodations;
B. To a place fifty miles or more one way from their place of residence or
business for the day or staying overnight; or
C. From another country or state outside of their place of residence ortheir
business,
SU BMITTAT I NSTRUCTIONS
Please return ONE COPY of the entire origina! application and answers to narrative questions to:
Kittitas Cou nty Comrnissioners
Attn: Lodging Tax Grant Application
205 West 5s, Suite 108, Ellensburg, WA 98925
Applications must be received no later than 5:00 PM Alril 24. 2020 or postmarked no later than Aoril
24rh,2020.
lncomplete andlor late applications will not be considered. Applications may not be changed or
amended by the applicant after the deadline for submission
Schedulei
' Application deadline
r Oral presentations of proposals to LTAC
r BOCC Deliberation and Decision
r Applicant Award Notification and fund availability
Proiect Manaeement:
Successful applicants may be regu ired, as a condition of the funding award, to enter into a contract. The
agreement may include, but not be limited to, the specific amount of the award and what it may be
used for, all reporting requirements associated with this funding, payment terms, and any and all other
appropriate terms of the funding, Kittitas County will be the contracting agent for all approved projects.
Allfunds awarded under this program will be available in the form of ieimbursable grants. The funds for
capital projects will be available for reimbursement as of the date of the contract and for 24 (twenty-
four) months (or two years) thereafter. Capital projects must be completed within the two-year period.
All funds awarded for supporting the operations of county-owned tourism-related facilities will be
available for reimbursement as of the date of the award and for up to 12 (twelve) months (1 year)
thereafter. Any unexpended funds will be returned to the Lodging Tax account and made available for
re-appropriation. All requests for reimbursement shall be made to the Kittitas County Auditor/s office at
the following address:
Kittitas County Aud itor
Attn: Lodging Tax Grant Funds Reimbursement
205 W 5th, Suite 105
Ellensburg, WA 98926
For specific information and requirements regarding the reimbursement process, please contact the
Auditor/s office at 509-962-7504.
Proiect Rerortinr Requirementg for Tgurism-Rel?tgd Fa-qilities:
State law requires that all recipients of Lodging Tax revenues must submit a report to the municipality
describing the actual number of people traveling for business or pleasure on a trip:
4/24/2020
s/2sl2o2o
6/26/2020
7/37/2020 (Tentative)
A. Away from their place of residence or business and staying overnight in paid accommodations;
B. To a place fifty miles or more one way from their place of residence or business for the day or
staying overnight; or
C. From another country or state outside of their place of residence or their business,
A report form will be provided as part of the contract for receiving funds. We ask that you provide this
information within 60 days after your project is complete.
Appligant Categories and Eliei-hi litv:
Grants from lodging tax funds are provided for two types of applicants, Capital Projects and County
Operations. No more than one capital projecl is allowed per application. An organization may submit
no more than two capital project applications perfunding cycle. The categories are defined as follows
The Capital Project category is for applications from municipalities or public facilities districts
requesting support for capital expenditures of tourism-related facilities owned or operated by
the municipality for public facilities district.
lf applying for funding under the capital project category, an applicant need only answer the
questions listed under the Capital Budget Narrative and provide the Capital Project Budget as
well as include necessary attachments.
The Operations category is for applications from municipalities requesting support for the
operations of tourism-related facilities owned or operated by the municipality,
lf applying for funding under the Operations category, an applicant need only answer the
questions listed under the Operational Funding Narrative.
Other lnformation:
lnsurance: As part of its contract for peformance, a municipality may require contractors to maintain
liability insurance in the amount of S1,000,000 or more and name the municipality as an additional
insured on its liability insurance policy,
Application Form: This packet will be available on Kittitas County's website as a word document and as
a pdf. lt can also be obtained directly as a hard copy or in digital format by contacting the Kittitas
County Board of Commissioners office at 509-962-7508, Kittitas County's website address is:
www.co. kittitas.wa.us.
APPLICATION FOR LODGING TAX FOR TOURISM-RELATED,
SMATL-SCAIE MUNICIPALITY.OWNED CAPITAL PROJEfiS AND
OPERATIONS
AppliCant lnfOrmatiOn - Capital proiecte+€refAlie1g (Circte One or Both)
Name of Municipality
Mailing Address:
City of Cle Elum
Cle Elum, WA 98922
Contact person and Tile: Rob Omans - City Administrator
Phone 5Q9-674-2262
Email:ro bert@cityofclee I u m. com
Project Title Washington State Horse Park's Covered Arena - Phase 1 Completion
Project Location 1202 Douqlas Munro Blvd.
Funding Request:$so 000
Application Requi rements
X t. The project qualifies for lodging tax funds as a capital expenditure of a tourism-
related facility owned or operated by a municipality or is supporting the operations of
tourism:related facilities owned or operated by a municipality.
X 2. The municipality has submitted no more than two applications for capital project
funding in the currentyear,
3. The municipality's lodging tax advisory committee (or equivalent) has been informed
of the project and endorsed it (not required for Kittitas County), A letter from the
rnunicipality is included.
4. Lodging tax capital project funds are not being substituted for other funds that are
already secured or applied for {if applicable).
5. Municipality has secured matching funds of at least 50o/o of the total project costs.
X 6. A completed project budget is included in the application (if applicable)
X
119 West First St.
X
X
X
7. A detailed 8 %X IL vicinity map that clearly shows the project is included (if
applicable).
Tourism-Related, Small-Scale Municipality-Owned Capital Project Narrative
l, Project Description: Please dilscribe the project in detail. lndicate the major work ts
be completed, any milestones that need to be overcome in order for the project to
moveforward, and include a comparison of existing and proposed conditions.
The City of Cle Elum is applying for SSO,OoO toward completing Phase 1 construction of a
covered arena at the Washington State Horse Park. Phase 1 includes design, engineering,
permitting, site preparation, utilities and construction of a 200'x 360'steel building covering a
150' x 300' fenced riding arena. Completion of Phase 1- will allow the Park to open the arena for
use and begin hosting events and recreational riding. Phase 2 will include portable bleachers,
weather screens, restrooms and landscaping.
The Park's $4,0m budget for Phase 1 was originally developed in 2016 and some estimates were
updated in 2018. lt was based on preliminary engineering and other assumptions, and between
2AL7-2Otg the Park was able to fully fund the 54.0m of anticipated costs through a combination
of state and county grants and private donations (see exhibit 1).
ln spring 2019 the Park began permitting, clearing, grading and soliciting competitive bids for
various aspects of construction. As the project progressed and bids came in, many were over
the budgeted amounts in part reflecting an overheated construction industry in recent years.
The Horse Park Authority board made a number of design decisions to cut costs where feasible.
For example, they eliminated the "eyebrow" roof at the gabled ends as depicted below in the
artist's rending compared to the actual current picture of the arena on the next page.
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Construction continued through last surnmer and fall until roofing work was halted in mid-
November due to cold and slippery conditions. Also at that point, the Authority suspended
further construction commitments because the costs to cornplete remaining work exceeded the
S+.Orn budgeted funding by LSo/o, or 5612,000.
The major contributing factors driving up costs were an overheated construction industry for
labor, materials and equipment; the impact of tariffs on steel prices; and an added requirement
outside of the Horse ParKs Development Agreement to install a new water line and hydrants to
aid in wildfire suppression. A significant escalation in construction costs is supported with data
from the National Association of Home Builders which published annual construction inflation
rates of 5Yo,5.$Yo, 4.3o/o, 3.5Yo since 20L5; those compounding rates equate to almost $800,000
in additional hard costs for the covered arena.
ln addition to making design changes, the Authority also aggressively managed vendors to
contain the overall cost overrun to 5612,000 while remaining committed to delivering a building
that is functional, safe and attractive but without "frills".
2. Kittitas County Tourism Infrastructure Plan: Please explain how the project meets the
goals and priorities in the Kittitas County Tourism lnfrastructure Plan as adopted, Also,
describe the specific county tourism infrastructure needs the project addresses and how
the project directly increases tourism. Explain how the improvements will promote
tourlsm ln Klttltas €ounty and lndicate specifically how the lmprovements wlll directly
increase economic activity resulting from tourists (see the definition of tourist on page 3 of
this application).
The covered arena has always been part of the Horse Park's development master plan, and
the City of Cle Elum Master Plan. The project is cited as a high priority strategic objective of
the Kittitas County Tourism Plan (Action 5: Recreational Tourism) and the Kittitas County
Parks and Recreation Capital lmprovement Plan (ClP)2016.
The Washington State Horse Park Covered Arena promotes the following goals and priorities
of the Kittitas County Tourism Plan:
Goal 1: Develoo inteeritv of olace This project will enhance Kittitas County's character by
developing and improving the venue in distinctive ways to differentiate Kittitas County from
other areas and to engender local community pride. ln addition to bringing international
caliber competitions to the area, many equestrian event organizers have expressed their
strong interest in moving some of their large shows to a different, more modern and
conducive venue, This market opportunity represents approximately 40 new and expanded
rnedium-to-large size competitions that potentially could be hosted at the Horse Park.
Localeconomic impact is estimated at over $3 million.
Goal L1: lnterpret interactivelv The covered arena will attract and engage a unique
segment of visitors, representing some 25-30,000 overnight stays. These visitors will learn
about other recreational assets of Kittitas County, thereby gaining a richer experience and
helping residents develop pride in their locale. The Park's beautiful woodland setting,
system of trails, competition facilities and horse-specific operations make it a unique facility
in the county and the state.
The addition of this fifth arena - the only one at the Park that's covered - will be a keystone
feature allowing the Park to host larger events, extend its operating season f rom 5 rnonths
to 9 months or longer, and attract many horse activities and non-equine events that require
a covered space. Such events could include trade fairs, concerts, compatible
sports/agricultural events and expos, antique/carldog shows, a winter carnival, etc. All these
activities will draw visitors to the area as well as provide a unique, multi-season venue for
local residents to use and enjoy.
It's important to note that this arena is the largest covered (not indoor/enclosed) riding
arena in the state and equates to a football field under cover, This large size and horse-
friendly design will accomrnodate some of the most demanding horse sport speed
competitions such as grand prix jumping and indoor eventing, and already is attracting much
attention, interest and anticipation throughout the regional horse community,
3. Use of Grant Funds: Please explain exactly how the requested funds will be used. lnclude
an itemized list.
Here is a picture of the interior of the arena as it stands today; the steel structure is97%
complete but the lighting and riding arena under it are not yet begun:
The Authority's goal is to complete Phase 1 before the end of 2020, which entails the
following work and expenditures:
Electrlcal and Englneedng
Design
Service
lnterior Fixtures bought direct by WSHPA
Contractorfor lnterior Branch Lighting
Site Parking East and West Side
Trenching
Electrical Room, Connection,lt/letering
Concession Trailer Outlets (12)
Security Cameras
subtotal
Riding Arena Footin& Fencing
Arerra Consultant
Noble Fencing Material and Installation
Concrete Fence Found, Grade Beam
'Excavate and Dellve r Sand
Dry,Screen, Roughly Place Sand
Spread, Level, Compact Sand
Exterior Dirt and Gradlng
Subtotal
Flnal Site Dralnage and Retention
llVaterline to Arena
Total Funds Neededto Complete Phase 1
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The Authority applied for assistance to the state legislature in January and in March was
awarded 5375,000 in the state's Supplemental Capital Budget. With this application the City
is seeking an additional $50,000 from the County's Lodge Tax program for Small-scale
Municipality-owned Capital Projects. The Authority will apply $47,000 of .09 Distressed Sale
Tax funds designated for the entire project (Phases 1 and 2) to Phase 1, and plans to raise an
additional S140,000 from private donations and sponsorships (in addition to the 5175,000 in
private funding already spent). On June 1 the City also applied on the Authority's behalf for
$500,000 in grant funding from the state's Recreation and Conservation Office under their
Local Parks program to help complete Phases 1 and 2 of the covered arena project. Our
success in receiving an RCO grant award is far from certain and those funds would not be
available until fall ol2O2t at the earliest.
The Authority has had many inquiries from event organizers about the new arena and when
it will be ready. Many organizers are waiting to inspect the layout, footing, access and other
features before they will commit to holding a show at this new facility. Assurning the arena
is ready to open in fall 2020, the Authority expects bookings will begin for 2A2L and that in
five years the calendar and revenue generating impacts of the covered arena will be more
fully realized, especially if it is able to add more stabling and parking to accomrnodate the
expected demand. Please referto Exhibit 2.
4. Real Property: lf real property acquisition is a component of the proiect, please explain.
Include any information of property already secured or evidence of the ability to secure
the real property.
The Authority is not acquiring any real property with this project.
5. Capital Assets: lf capital asset acquisition is a component of the project, please
explain. lnclude any bids solicited and received from potential vendors willing to
supply the asset. All capital asset purchases require dt least three bids.lf you have
already selected one of the bids, please provide justifications in writing.
Attached as Exhibit 3 are two bids. The estimate from Zorko Electric for the majority of the
lighting and electrical work. The Authority is currently seeking competitive bids from two
local electrical firms which are due June 20.
Also attached is the estimate from Noble Panels and Gates for the arena fence materials
This is the same vendor the Park has used for other arena fencing and is the vendor of
choice for this project since rnaterials will be compatible and of known quality. This
estimate is for steel fence materials only and does not include the costs for the concrete
foundation for the fence posts or labor to install the fencing.
6. Coordination: Please explain how this project has been coordinated with other
jurisdictions as well as affected stakeholders. Please include letters of support from
stakeholders.
The development of a covered arena has always been part of the Park's master plan (Exhibit
4) originally prepared with input from potential users groups and made publicly available to
stakeholders. lt was included in the Environmental lmpact Study and Development
Agreement approved by the City. As the Park's landlord, we partner closely with the
Authority. We applied to the county on this project and were awarded Sf.Sm in January
20L9 from the new Lodge Tax Large Scale Capital Projects program, and we are truly grateful
for that support which allowed it to move forward.
Before the overall project was initiated, the Authority solicited input from current and
prospective user groups and coordinated with them on project design details. The covered
arena project described in this application has generated much support and enthusiasm
from throughout the horse community thanks to its scope and attention to details that
make it highly functional and attractive. Letters of support from current and prospective
user groups, the City, County, and other stakeholders are attached as Exhibit 5.
7. Studies: Please attach any feasibility or other studies that demonstrate linkages between
the proposed proiect and the anticipated tourism impacts. Also please include your
operations/maintenance funding strategy and business plan for long-term project
sustainability {how the facility or facilities will be operated and maintained for at least
three years following completion).
The initial Lodge Tax grant application to the county for the covered arena project included
the Financial Feasibility and Economic lmpact study conducted by professors at Central
Washington University in 2006; it is a large binder and we are happy to provide copies again
if needed. The study is based on other major equine facilities, the vast majority of which
have covered and/or indoor competition space. Page 6 of the Addendum desribes The
Facility and states 'the kev facilitv on the site will be a 200 x 300 foot covered arena". While
the dimensions of the arena changed slightly, the need remains central to the Park's
operations and strategy.
The Horse Park completed its 9th futl season of operations in 2019, and hosts over 40 events
annually in a wide range of activities with up to 300 horses participating in shows running
from one to seven days for English and western disciplines. People are drawn to the Park's
first class facilities, convenient location and beautiful setting. Each year the Park has
consistently attracted over 90% of its visitors from more than 50 miles away (see €xhibit 2) ,
thus providing over SEm in economic benefits to the local and regional economy. Since its
inception, the Park has been a true public-private partnership as envisioned in the state's
enabling legislation, and has sustained itself through operating revenue, private donations
and sponsorships and public support,
Exhibit 2 reflects strong but slowing growth without the covered arena, because the Park's
largest shows have reached its capacity until more arena space is added, and inability to
attract more large events without a covered competition arena. The exhibit does not
include a forecast for 2020 due to the continuing significanf uncertainties 5uJroonding the
Covid-19 pandemic, but a return to more normal conditions in 2A21, As reflected in the
forecast far 2O22-26, the Authority expects the covered arena to attra'ct more equine and
non-equine activities and to provide gradual but substantial growth during the 5 years
following its completion. ln summary the addition of the covered arena will bolster the
Park's sustainability by attracting more events and visitors throughout a longer operating
season.
[Backgound: Exhibit 2 summarizes the user metrics and estimated economic impact of the
Horse Park. The measurement process includes gathering zip codes from all Park users, on-
site surveys, the Dean Runyan Report provided by Washington Tourism Alliance, and
discussion with event organizers. For Recreational Riders the visitor days and % non-local
data is collected from day-user registration forms and seasonal passes; number of visitor
overnights from stall rentals; reasonable estimate of number of people camping versus
staying in a hotel (these numbers are conservative). For Events, the number and zip codes
for all participants are supplied by each event organizer; this base data is then multiplied by
1.5 to 3 depending on the type of group to project total attendees fCentral Washington
University conducted an economic study in 2006 of over 40 horse parks across the country.
The CWU findings estimate 3 people (including trainers, grooms, family, spectators, staff,
volunteers, vendors, etc.) attend an event for each horse/participant, and that assumption
seems reasonable for many groups based on our experience managing the Park to-date.l
8. Project Readiness: Please provide a detailed project schedule, including milestones
necessary for completion as mentioned in question 1 above. On the schedule, indicate
items completed and exactly where in the schedule the project is at this time. Be sure to
include expected completion date.
Activities a n d ta rse_Ldates to com p lete- P hq!g. 1 :
o Cornplete arena roofing June 25
r Review electrical bids and select vendor June 22 - July 1-
o lnstall overhard lighting July 15 - August 1
o Finalize design of fencing foundation and install July 15 - August L5
o Excavate, screen, haul and spread sand August 1 - September 1
o lnstall the steel fencing September 1- October 1
. Open arena for use October 15
9. Applicant Certification: Please sign below in agreement with statement of certification.
Certification is hereby given that the information provided is accurate and the applicable
attachments are complete and included as part of the application package.
I further at the application thresholds are met at the time of application
/71*, , el)r. h 6l*,*a*
u of Representative iiir"r-7 Date
Tourism-Related, Sma I l-Scale M unicipa lity-Owned Capita I Project Budget
All applicants for capital project fundlng must supply a detailed and complete project budget
utilizing the following basic format:
Funding Sources
Lodging Tax Funds Request
*Other Grant Funds
List By Source (indicate if secured or applied)
*Other local Government Funds
List By Source
rPrivate Funds
List By Source (may include in-kind)
Total Availa ble Funding
Project Expenses
Real Property or "Right-of-Way'' Acquisition Cost
CapitalAsset Cost
Construction Cost or "Hard" Cost
lnclude an itemized list of general costs
For example: asset type and cost, site prep, building foundation and structure,
mechanical work, finish work, site restoration, electricalwork, technology, etc.
Soft Cost
lnclude an itemized list of soft costs
For example: design fees, construction management fees, survey costs,
engineering fees, permitting costs, special inspections, cultural resource surveys,
etc.
Total Project Costs
*Verifying documentation must be provided and attached to this budget. This documentation
rnay include award letters, letters of commitment, or loan approval documentation. You must
include this in order to meet the matching funds requirernent, lf the funding source includes
applicant funds, proof of available funding in the form of a letter of commitment from an
authorized body or representatlve of the applicant is adequate.
Tourism-Related Facility Operational Funding Narrative
{Municipality Applications Only)
1. Operational Spending: Please explain your request for operational funding and how it is
directly related to supportinB the operations of a tourism-related facility owned or operated by
a municipality or public facilities district.
2. Sustainability Strategy: Please describe your strategy for long-term operational
sustainability, Include any specific progress toward this goal.
3, Applicant Certification: Please sign below in agreement with statement of certification
Certification is hereby given that the information provided is accurate and the applicable
attachments are complete and included as part of the application package.
I further certify that the application thresholds are met at the time of application.
Signature of Official Representative Title Date
Criteria
Lodging Tax Capital Project Rating Form
Points Possible cation Questions Points Awarded
Kittitas County
Tourism
lnfrastructure Plan
Low Priority = 5
Medium Priority = l$
High Priority = 20 Question 2
Stakeholder Support Upto5 Question 6
Feasibility Analysis
and Business Plan
Completed
15
Yes = 15
No=0
Question 7
Promotes Tourisml
lncreases Economic
Activity Resulting
From Tourists
up to 20 Question 2
Project Readiness Up to 20 Question 8
Applicant's
Matching Funds
Up to 20
Less than 5O/o=O
50o/o -55o/o =5
56% -59%=L0
60%-70%=t5
71o/o or more = 20
Capital Project Budget
Exhibit I&lG20Washington State Horse parkBudget for Covered Arena Froject - phase 1May 2018 versus May 2020Sl5l"O1r8 4l24l2OZO VartanceFundlng Sourc€3WA State 2017-19 Capital Budger {awarded January Z0tB}County Lodging Tax Funds {awarded January 2019}Distressed Sales end Use Tax (.09) Funding Grant (2015 expended)Distressed Sales and Use Tax {.09} Funding Grant (awarded January ?019}Private Donor/Sponsor Designated Capital Funding (as ofApril ?020)ln-l(ind {design, entineering, constructicn servlces and materials}WA State ?017-19 Supplernental Budget (awarded March 2020)County Lodging Tax Sm. Cap. 6ranr {application pending, june 2020}Private DonorlSponsor Funding and/or RCo GrEnt {application pending, June 2oa0!Phase 1 Fundlng TotalFroiect ExpensesSite preparation and drainagelxcavation, gravel base {or craneMetal buildingEyebrow Roofline at gable endsFoundationsMechanical water and fire hydrantsElectrical and engineeringArena footing, fencinBRelocatign of maintenance area (utilities. site deveiopment)5ubtotalContingency {5%)wssr t896lTotal Arena ConstructlonProject ManagementAdmin fee on State e rantPermit, legal fee$Architectural and Structural Design FeesTohl Soft CostsPtrare r-iot t cost($ r,ooo,oqo$ 1,s00,000$ eo,oco300,000140,000I ir.!!o-,s$ os,ooos 2,216.500264,500197,5@37.45A se57,500 5?53,500 S70,000 5$ a:rr,sso $$ rge,sgg $$ 283,244 S$ 3,8zg,7gl$ 6qm0$ so,ooo$ ts,occ$_*:9,000$ trGs,ooo$ 3,s,zga?,000.0001,500,0005qo00312,00017s.000375,00050,000140,00046taofit92,948171,8002,461.,65645,000653,000", r." .. :if,:i,la r'"rr: "ls 264,s00$)5;d$$ss)Csc$))$(()ssComments312,000, :-::; f . :-. 1-r;rt:. r.-, - : .,l ii:.:r:t::t:,: "ri,i r.:i:. ..1_:,jii: ::i.:, r;i1r,.:.jl.:-..:"i,... r..,,ii.:fr:;:,:r lti" ::i,:,.:,r,:.-:: r i,:;:i:.;1i.ir.,", -.rI.fd"j.175,00050,000140,0006140m5$$$C,i t., ill: I :-ra,-li,'11l': ":: :'r,1.'r :.i.{. . i {;.r :.,' i i:I,ir 1l ii'; la:, :iit1,:,':i I r,, "r ) :t iti t : nt I I i,r.t ii:-'::.!iir :liri,:. . ^.;l ir:' ;,1.;;:r1;':Redesigned to eliminate';1,, r1;,'9 rl1,1r l::,;i:,. 'tt-a 1::!r.1.;;,_ .1;;,.1:i:,_i.Tr.r -:.., --,:"i:-, .:.,,,t:, .i.::,:.:t:- ;:i::,;r.1 i_ ti. ;i r-.r;,;-rr"rDesign changesL;t,r:.j:t.-, . , ,. ,-,.')" ".'r.. .Water to arena, deferred site dev.123,69625?,600260,00020,fin4090,700327,2564417j95635,00050,00037,09771,854S 193,961S +6tt9r?$ 14,900t-*--:ses--f ,, ,r! - r.r's 15S,5eSi i.i:: .:r-:j r.-.,'..S zs,ooo$ 1o,oool:' l;: , ir:.)i l))(I.,,i ::: : :ir:;:, : ttr : I, jl :lr-. -t! r.: !,i,. j; :.i-ti,,,,::.j ji..:Propcted Funding Adequacy to Co$er Costs5 1r,z0s S83
EXHtBtf 2€vent MetricsTotal {' Equine EventsTotal f Non-equine €ventsd Equine Visitors#Non-equine visitors# Total visitorsS local Visitors €quine# Local Visitors Non-equineTotal # Local Visitors% Non-local {>50 miles away}Total S Non-local VisitorsNon-local Day-0nly VisitorsItrlon-local Overn ight VisitorsNot in Paid Lodgingln Paid Lodgingf Lodging Rooms Booked/NeededOnerall lconornic lmpactWSIIP Event Visitor Traffic and Economic lmpactsCovered Arena €ompletion - Fall20202017 2018 2019 20202",917 1,181 2,64090% s6% 92e6" 27,,|5 28,338 29,5117,277 5,474 3,81719,969 22,864 25,6943,552 2,930 3,12915,4L7 19,934 22,5659,055 9,146 10,298$ 1(8r,256 $ 3,337,211 5 f,?89,869zot639030,163U30,163e,91745019,519n29,5191,18138032,151032,15L2,64044031,08703Lm?2,1252,12593%e8,9624,05724,9052,92921,974988202147033,000033,0003,3003,3OO90%29,7O04,50025,2003 00022,24020226024?,8506,00048,8507,1153,00010,115799(38,7356,54432,1913,863?8,328r"2,875202685o57,25024,00081,25013,55512,00025,55569%55,69512,5X643,t795,18137,998!7Foreca$t Assumptions @ 6,'fS-20 lncremental lmpacts of Ccsered Arena2OlO no meaningful forecasl; all large events cancelled and smaller ones remain in doubt due to Covid-l9 pandemic restristionsj arena completed in fall2O?1 similar to 2019 - organizers checking out arena; no new big wenls booked, some small one-day events in the fall, mostly localsl0ll addition of 3 large multiday events {western, 150 horses,450 peoplex 3days = 1350/evenu3'4,050l 70% nonlocal = 2835 nonlocal, 1O% 284 day onlyand 10 smaller events throughout year with more locals (80 horses=Z40 peoplex2 days . 580 each, 5800 totall 50% nonlocal=2800 nonlocal, 10% day only 280noneguine: 2 day avg, 1500/day=fQ[6;2:6000 total, 50% tocal = 3000 nonlocal 50% day only = 1500 overnight1026 add 3 more large shows 400 horsesx3people;lZO01dayx4 days=48d0x3. 14,400, 80% nonlocal=11,520 nonlocal, 10% day only 115?plus another 23 equine events: 10 one dayxS0horsesx2/horse*LS0visitonxl.O=1500 visitors, 4096nonlocal:640 1Og6 day only 60and 13 two day x l00horsesx2people=200/dayx2days=400x13events:5200visitors,S0%nonlocal-2600 nonlocal, 10%day only 260nonequine: 2 day avg, 1.500/day=3000x6=18,000 total, 50% local = 9,000 nonlocal 50fo day only * 4500 dayonlyassume I2tX a'f overnight not in paid lodging based on historical actualsEcononric impact/nonlocal overnight visitor = $150/person forecast
Duvalt, WA 98019 Tel-425-788-777 Fax-425-VBB-7V3a
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October 10,2019
David Gildersleeve
Washington State Horse Park
RE:Covered Riding Arena
Electrical Design/Bid Proposal
Thank you for the opportunity to provide electrical design and utility company coordination for this
project. Please note the following statement of scope and pricing:
Ensineerino:
Provide one POWER drawing showing the following:
Main electrical panel including metering and distribution
Perirneter exterior outlets for food vending trucks
lnterior outlets for convenience, PA, misc.
Provisions for future power feeds to supplemental locations
All load calculations, arc-fault calculation, and grounding specifications
Provide specifications of all electrical equipment, devices, and wiring methods
Review service equipment and electrical panel submittals
Provide one LIGHTING drawing showing the following:
lnterior fixture layout of owner-furnished arena lighting
lnterior circuitry and lighting controls
Exterior photocell and off-season controls
Provide specilications of all control equipment, devices, and wiring methods
Review lighting control equipment submittals
Provide coordination with electrical utility
35.000TOTAL ENGINEERING CO$T:
PROJECT ESTIMATE BY SCOPE:
lnstall new 400a 277480vftph metered service at NE corner of the arena. lnstall PSE CT cabinet
and utility meter on outside of new service closet provided by olhers. Provide the following interior
equipment:
1-400a 277l480vl3ph 42-circuit panelboard with main breaker
1-150kva 480v x 1?Al2A$vl3ph transformer
14Q0a 120l20$vl3ph 42-circuit panelboard with main breaker
Provide breakers in gear package as needed for scopes listed below
I-UFER service ground per code
l-electrical permit (which covers all associated work below)
lnterior Lightinq {9wner Direct}: $63.392
Purchase a total of 144 - Elite HDlB-LED-28000L-D|M10-MVOLT-50K-85 fixtures direct from
PLATT. Fixture quantig and layout based on average 70fc at arena floor level.
lnteriof hranch liohtino installation and control: - $5{.685
lnstall 144 owner-furnished arena lighting fixtures. Provide manlifts as required.
Separate fixture control into eight individual dimming zones across 10 circuits,
Provide Watistopper DLM 0-10v dimming controls in electrical room.
Provide seryice 120v GFI recept, LED strip, and occupancy sensor for electrical room.
Provide and install a total of 12 - Midwest R075C010 RV surface power packages on perimeter
columns of new arena for vendor power. Circuit power packages at a quantity of three per 100a
QAl208vl1ph circuit.
$ite Parkinq LoUAre* Liqhtinq:
Provide and install a total of four 24' 4" square poles on east side of arena and out to parking lot.
Provide with single adjusiable LED floods per attached" Provide prograrnmable digital
timeclocUPcell and lighting contractor for anlolt control S17.200.
Frovide and install a total of four 24' 4" square poles on westside of arena and out Arena #5.
Provide with single adjustable LED floods per attached. $17.314
Exclusions:
Washington State Sales Tax
All PSE utility connection and metering charges
All trenching and backfill
Thanks again for the opportunity. Please call me if you ha,ve any questions,
Sincerely,
Zorko Electric, lnc.,
Kent Vander Weide
Director of Operations
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6 ESTIMATEFANEI-S & GATES,INC.
51756 Fruitvale Rd
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
800-437-3966 0R 54 1 -558-3966
NAMEIADDRESS
WASflNGTON STATE HORSE PARK AUTIiORITY
PO BOX 278
CLE I'LUM. WA 9892?
817-535-4t l
'
DATE ESTIMATE #
41tT2A20 lil 1846
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52.54
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315.00
46,50
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ESTIMATEE GATEg,INC.
5 i 756 Fruitvale Rd
hrlilton Freervater, OR 97862
800-437-3966 0R 54 l -55 8-3966
NAME/ADDRESS
WASHINGIO;r* sTATI-l HORSF PARK AUTI{ORITY
PO BOX 278
CLE ELUT{, WA 98922
87?-635-ll I I
DATE ESTIMA]E #
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r 12.50
15.00
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ESTIMATEPANELS & GATE$,ll'lC.
51756 Fruirvale Rd
Ir{ilton Freewater. OR 97862
800-437-3966 0R 541 -558-3966
NAME/ADDRESS
WAS1IINCTON STATE HORSE PARK AUTHORITY
PO BOX 278
CLE ELUM. WA 98922
877 -635-4t 1 1
DATE ESTIMATE #
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PART#DESCRIPTION OTY UNIT TOTAL
FREICTIT
TAX.WA
MOTOR FREICHT C}IARGES
WASHING?ON S'|ATE SATES TAX
850.00
),277 "84
6JO.00
1,?17.84
TOTAL $44,252.09
?rtcesvalidfor 5 d*ysfron dote
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roafing/lrim, or inst lation (unless speciSed in Estimate),
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119 West First Street
Cle Elum, WA 98922
Phone: (509) 674-2262
Fax (509) 674-4097
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June 18,2020
Kittitas County Commissioners
Attn: Lodging Tax Crant Application
205 West 5th, Suite 108
Ellensburg, WA 98926
RE: Support for Washington State Horse Park Lodging Tax Application
Dear Commissioners:
The City of Cle Elum Lodging Tax Advisory Committee is aware of and endorses the
Washington State Horse Park's project to build a Covered Arena. We believe the Horse Park is a
major economic driver in Upper County and actively support the Park by leasing the ll2 acres at
$l/yem, assisting with firewising, access/egress roadway blading, supporting grant applications
such as from the RCO, providing emergency services, and actively participating in the County's
consolidated lodging tax program.
We have been closely following the covered arena progress and are anxious to see the riding
arena completed so that it can be opened for use and enjoyment, and begin generating other
community and recreational benefits. We have reviewed the remaining developrnent and
funding plan as described in the application for Tourism-Related, Small-Scale, Municipality-
Owned Capital Projects, and we request your support to complete this project.
Sincerely,
(
Mayor Jay McGowan
Enclosures
CC: Leslie Thurston, Horse Park Executive Director
Rob Omans, Cle Elum Administrator
Lucy Temple, Cle Elurn City Plarurer
Robin Newcomb, Cle Elu:n Treasurer
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February 2?,20t7
$*si*r Jirn Flone.r'i?rrd
Way and Msflns, Vice4hairfapital Budg*t Carnmirr+:e
I l2 lrv Ncrvhouse Bniiding
FO Box 40415
$lympia, WA p8js4
SerulorJudy Wami*k
Cbsir, Emnomic Dsvelopmr:*:t Crrynmitbc
103 lry N*whorus Building
POBox 4&413
Sl)ryrpia, WA P85M
8'*: lVxtringnen $tlte Hsne park - Covered Arcna grojs*t
Dsar $qr*tar*:
4t-,lt* L{aycr of the City of Cle Elryr" I bclievs the flx$isrn rsoiloffiry pf 1nr rtaic isexarmely irnpcrtanu1p. l urgc lau to silppon thc wastringon (wA) srr#Hon" ro*appli*ation for S2.0 nrillion in capital fundrng*upport fryr sfotwied ire* anA irsoiigoaSuitd-Ouf subrnittod by thr WA Starc Xor* nar* *xtrcri*y.
t&c{trd i:l cle Etura an{ in opaatioa tbr 6 ycars, a,c I tz-acrc Horsc Fark is adestination v&lue ernang k$e ftcilitim in our stxe *d *lreagy etfiass *v;lg ?$ tlrorradvjsiloS Pff ycar! 95 pcrcwt of $fram am nsfll$Fd. Evcnls tr*i J tuc **fitv prsviJc a
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rignificmt boo*t ts orrpornmuni{y. ?h* Pa*1s *bitity ts drarv pooplo f** o.igic. ri, fourarm nniquely *h*ncteriacs jh? Pt*:s impact: ,rv*r $d.S rniili*rin i"a"trighr *a36. fotar'
qoilot-mc inpacr of &c P,ar*, i"dt aing day vi*itcs, is $3.4 million. TlreCsv€r*d Ar{ili villallsw theFrrk to *ttred rnrre-honc uiscipliseq hosr largsr rto*s rtrO cxtmd n" il*og*otioe$fnsstl frntrl fivs io ning ltrontl$, signifierntly ircrc*sinf *rc slugan* nwnbcr of soano t *ra utthc Fnst"
f;l* Elum is in Kifril.ts Crynly, what ov*r l8 Fer**nt ofjobs ff* in t1€ As*smnndations*nd Food*erviEe sccrtlr,r{trar cannty Fra/$e,Mw*k, r*g*iii*to, u*o,n *i*r, -"
upd{4 sesanb* ?0is}" Tbs amnomic inpact sf ihe ?a*"ir *rsigounrc.
T?r*nk you far your r'*rxidetiion, I urp the stei€ lo fuid this imporunt rnojec*.
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March 2, ?01?
lenatcr lim HoneYford
Way and Meanl, Vice'{hair Capltal Budget Comrnittee
11? lrv Ne$hause Building
P0 8ox 40419
0lympia, WA 95504
Re: Washin*an State Horse Park - Covered Arena Projrct
Oear Sena?or t"loneYford:
dollars ts the ttal€ and Kittitas county'
Thankyouforyoureonsiderat.on'luf8eth€Ststctofundthirirspodantprsjecl.
Sincerely,
Jerslca Vania
Partner, Ca*ade Horse Sho?ts LLC
I am a partflsr in ca$ade Hsrs€ showr, Llc, and can't empharia* enough that the facilities at lhc washington state Fisrse Park are
exrremerv lmportant go our fuiure grourth. r urge you to suppon th{ Hsrse Park'r appticatian for $l'o rniltion in rapitai f*ndifi8
s$pp{:r! lot a csvere(t Arena and Asssclattd &utld ogt submitted by the wA State llorse Park Authority'
calcade horse shows organires rhe pa*'5 large$t eventsi carrently producing two wetklong shows (competirtonS) in June anei
anorhsr two showl ln July. The challenSe we are facing i5 that $,€ are pr€sently operalinS at the Horse Park's capacity in terms ttf
numbet of people we can serve and nurnber o{ even$ we can hold. we are unable to accommodate a merningf{rl amount of the
,ustornaf ba;s who wo*rd tikr to a?tend 6ur events. thi$ results in wsshington re$idenis and others havlng to travel !o aut-o{-3tate
ven$es to spenri their slro',v dollar$'
our horse shows draw psrticipsnts and spgctators lrom all over the wertero united $tat€s and csnada' Hof5e sPon! are unique in
that they are enioyed by people of all ages 16.70l and are onc of the only sports where ti'ofnsn and rnen cornpeta equally' A
partiiular feature of *ur brand of hors€ sport ishox jurnping) is it'r r erowd plearer being spect:tnr fricndlv anc wtroksome lamlty
entertainment, lt,s al30 inpartant to n$te tha value of the hors*s parficipttin8' often costint rB flgures' Thls ir re lerrant al weather
canditions can adwrsely affect horser, performanee and well-bdn6 rnaklnE owners hlgfity selective of the env{ronmentl in which
ihey expose their horses.
A cpvercd Arena and Assaclated guild-Qut \ttould allow us increase the number of people attenelng the shor'vs' lncrease the number
sf events r*e produce and errabie u3 to ensur'e the nrolt lavorable conditions in shich to eotnBete' All leading ts increated tourism
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\trSHJA
March 5,2At7
S*nator Jirn Honeyfard
Way and ltI*ans, Viee"Ch*rir Capital Sudget Corhfi,tt€e
112 lrv Newhouse $uilding
n0 0ox 404L5
Olymnia, WA 98504
Senator Judy Warnick
f, hair, €concrnic Oev*lopm€nt Committee
103 lrv Ne*bouse Suilding
PS Box 44473
Olympia, w.A 985CI4
fre: Washlnglgn state HcrsE Park - Cpvered Arena Projsct
Dear Senators;
I urge you to suppqrt the Washingtcn State Horse Park application fcr 52.0 rnillion in eapital funding
suptlort for a eovered Arena and Associated Build-orrt submitted by the wfishin$on Srat€ Hofs€ Park
Authority,
Ar the Washington State Hunter Junper Assoeiation, the ctrengih of Washington's equestrian economy
is of vital irnportance to u$. lmportantly, the equestrian e{ongmy helps to feed the Stat€'s tcorisrn
ecgnorny, wlthln which the Washlngton State Horse Park piays a rnajor role.
The XX?-acre hErse park, iocat*d in {le Ehrn, is sne ol Washing|cn's premiere destination venu€s,
Ettracllng over 30 thCIg$and virltors annually, 95 percen{ of whorn are nonlocal, The Parlt dile tt it$
unique ability to draw people from outside the lacaland stat€ rrea, garners ov*r $?.5 rnillicn in
overnight stayi annually. Currently, the Park's ecsnomic imparl is $9.+ million" wlth the addition of the
Covered Arena, the Park willba enabled to expand its op€rating $sason from five ts nine mcnlhs,
broadsn the size and scope of its equestrian events. and uttiilatsly gengrate more tourism r€vefiue ngt
only for Cle Elum and Kirti6s County, where ovEr 18 percent of jobs are in lh* Acconrmod*tions and
Foods€rvice Sector, bst alra for Washington State. The econcmic irnpact of enabliog the Park to vrlden
its serviees is csnsiderable"
The Warhingon State Hunter iumper Association itself has been enabled, through the Washington State
Hr:rse Park,'ts support numerilus top qualitV horse shows, benefiiting it* membership while also
contributing to State travel and tourisrn. The Park is a unique location where WSHJA's members meet a
diverse array of exhibitors and cornpetitors who would not otbenirise ffavel to Washington's horse
shows or contribute to Warhintgon's tourisrn economy. lt is equally important !o note that many of
WSHJA's rnernbers also travel outside the State far months of the year in search of horse shows that
provide a more weather-friendly experience. Expanding the Park's ability to esend its operating season
will undoubtedly also help to recaptur€ this opportunity income for the Sttte,
Thank Vou for your ccntideration of this great contribution. I urge the State ts iund this important
project.
Sincerely,
Shelly Kerr"on, President
WashinS3gn State Hunter Jurrper Associatiott
11410 NE 124rt 5t, PMS r53s
Kirkland, wA 9803c
March t,2OL7
Senator iim HoneYford
Way and Meanl, Viee;Chair Capital Eudget Csmmittee
112 lrv Newhouse Building
P0 Bcx 4S415
Olyrnpia, WA 98504
Senator ludy Wamitk
Chair, Ecsngmic DeveloPment
Committee
103 lrv Newhouse Suilding
Po 8ox 40413
Olympia, WA 9850{
Dear se$atsrs:
fquestri*ns ln$titur€ is a S01{ci{31 not-for-profit organization iounded ln t974 in Wathinglon th{t s€rve$
the horse disciplines cf lvailtit$; Sressag,e, Cnnla6e Drivlrg and $port H'ofis Br.tdln'. The
Washing*on State Horse park has enabled us to hfist a wide ran$e of equestrlat! activitier since it
op*ned in 2010 lncluding natienally reccgnlred campetittons lr;hich attract rid*rs frorn Californir"
Montana, Oregon, ldaho and bsyond, We also provide educational and competltlve gpportunities
thraugh our sponsorship of dinlcs, schoollng showg and fun even$ fer children and families^ outdoor
recfeation, skill development, camaraderie and s{pport are fOstered through th€ €l network'
il views the *ovared Arena as indispenrable lo expanding our capacity in our Pacifit t{orthwest climate.
The scsp€ of the propss*d arena ls impressive and essential fsr our disciplinas to compcte at a natlonal
level. we hold two us fventing Association-recognired three day Horse Trirls 8t w$HP each season but
have r*sched the {urrcnt cap3cw of the Horse Park for efitrles; we need tnore arena $tace to allc* us
to aEc€pt more cornpstitars. ln addition to comp€titors, thele events bring families, friendr and vendors
frcm far afield who hring significant businesf to the l*cal cornmunity for four or five dayc each event.
The Covered ArenE with its signlficant scope will allow the Horse Park to becorne a truly outstandlng
venu€ offering rnuhiple beneflts to fland the greater horfe cornmunity; {1f increale capaclty for more
psrticipants ln eventr, {2} enabl* eyening and educationalactivities when undertover {3} allow a longer
,,wcrking year" and the ability to attract in&rnatisnal clinicians and €vsnts and {a} attf*(t rnore
spongsr$ and vendors and, in turn, atlraf,l more visitors'
WSHP is viewed as one sf the firit clas* venues in our area wlth quality facllities including stablinS and
arenas with excellent footjn& whkh attract top trainers and horse people frorn all sver our fiegion' fl
looks fsnt ard ts mntinuing lts close partn€fship witb the Hcrso Fark to serve the €guettrian cornmunlty
sf the pacific North$€$f. We urge you to suppsrt thls impoltant project; it is needed nsw'
Sincerely,
Oiana Axness
Pre3idcnt
Meika Decher
f,venting Director
Penelope Leggotl
Scard MemberAt large
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March 2,2A17
Senator Jirn lloneyford
Way and Means, Vice-Chair Capital Budget Committee
11"2 lrv Newhouse Building
PO Box 40415
Olympia. WA 98504
Senaior judy Warnick
Cllair, Econornic Oevelopment Cornnrittee
103 lrv Newhause Euilding
P0 $ox 40413
Olympia" WA 9S504
Re: Washington State Horse Park * Covered Arena Projeet
Dear SeRators:
As Vice fiegional Supervisor of United States PonV Club, Northwest Region" I urge yeu to suppgrt the
Washington {WA} State l"iorse park applicatian fpr $2.0 millio,n in capital funding support tar a Covered Arena
and Assaciated SuiH-Auf submitted by the W,{ State }iorse Park Authority'
Fony Club is the largest equestrian educational organization in the world; most members are 18 years and
tounger. The cornerstones of our organization are education, safety, $portsmanship, stewardship and FUll
Member: learn riding and the care of harses through rnounted sporls, The skills, habits and values instilled
rhrough horsemanship willapply to every part of a rnernbe/s life.
Many of aur almost 1160 mernbers utilizs the Horse Park at rallies iteam equestrian competitions).
charnpionships, carnps and clinics. A cavered arena would rnake this venue even m$re desirable fi:t these
types functions in inclement wcather,
Thank vou for your eonsideration, I urge the State to fund this important project.
Sincerely
Jennifer Sweet, Vice Regional Supsruisor
United States Pgny Club Northwest Region
200 Chehalis Valley Or'
ChEhalis, WA P8532
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Raven*dale, WAS803|
March 7,2Q77
Senator jim Honeyford
Ways and Means, Vice4hsir Capital Eudget Ccmrnittee
11? lrv Newhcuse Suilding
P.O. 8sx d041.5
0lyrnpla, WA 98504
Senator rudy Warnicx
Chalr, Economic Developmert Csrnmlttee
103 lru Newhause Building
P.0. 8ox 4&'13
0lympia, WA 98504
lif: washin*ton gtate Horse Park - Covered Arena Project
D€€r Senators,
I am $,riting in behalf of the ltlW Reined Cow llorse Associstion" Our organiaation is the NW Affiliate as
recognized bythe lrlational fteined Cow Horse Astsciation based in Fi,ot point, Toxas. Our Association
has hssfed a show at the Washington $tate Horse Part forthe last four years. Our membarship loves to
hold a show at this beautifulfacility but we are limited to only having ene sumrnpttlme show * year
theie as weather is a major cgnsiderstion for the safety of our horses and riders when ccrnpeting" Rain
is a dealbreakerfor our gro$p, The NWRC}iAwould be open tc expandingthe number of shows and
rhe duration af the shows we hold at the Horse Park il a covered arsna was available. As the Show
Chairperscn oi the NWBCI-IA, I see a terrific need far this covered facility. \#e have lirnited choises of
equine facllities in our state for our equestrian csmpetitions. This covered Arena at the Washington
l'lors€ Park in Cle flum, would create options for multiple eguestrian evenls.
The lrlW Reinad Cow Horse Ats*ciation is asking you to suppsrt th* Washinglon State Hor.se Park
application fsr 92,0 million in capltal lunding for a €overed Arena and fusociated Build-Out submitted
by the Washington state ilorse Park"
The Ll2-acra llorse Park is a destination venue among eguine enthusia$ts that atfract$ 30 thousand
rrisitcrs par year. Approxirnately 9594,ol the$e attendee$ are frgrx ouFide the local area creating a $?.5
rnillion in overnight stays, The total economic lmpact from the park is approrirnately $3.5 million.t
When the NWRCHA hosts its weekend show icovers three days, two nights) we have an average of 10O
horse owners, riders and family that attends the event. A large percentage of these folks arr staying in
tocal rnotels, eating at local restaurants and getting fuel and supplies" The covered arena project at the
Horse Park wiil create a msre inviting environment for targer [quine Comp€titions to utilire and bring
even more economic support into the Cle Elum/Ellensburg area.
I encourage ysu to support the Washington State Horse Park's Covered Arena Project.
Sincerely,
Pirt,^eA- td**rda'
Diane A. Edwards
trlWRCHAShow Chair
i?06) 390-0715
Cle Elum Roundup Assodetisn
FO Box971
Cle Elum, WA 9q2?
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Ways and Mearls" Viee Chair Cap$l eadgA e"$&r$itt6*
t I 2 rr"r $ewlau*e Euihiin6,
P.O, Box 4041J j
Olvmpia lth, 985$4d
Scnator Judqr W';rmick
finir, F&,;mic Developmer\t ( umrniirce
103 I*v Newhowe Building'
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gotryr bigger, Uctt*lT qS will Srowrtponintialty evcrffipre as timc gocs orr. f$fffi-tba ome{ thc
WSfrP hss been thc rcGoqthe RoJeo has becn sr.lccarsffi, e fuiliiy dcsigr!$d fnd tu;it for aquine
qvcrr$, wit& dll of thc rupfrrt eny"€vent qgylJ hopr for. Thc Qt*r*od Fia witl offcr tlrc CEF.A .
R*&h anpther rget$ of {he art fa*i$ty r+ithr.uSicfug11, lnve cvcn}ryrc €6ntsssas @brm. the ArSn
r,,.ill tllow thc ltgdeo to add cvqn fngre gvcnh rolinqho it ong.{tlp *glat ticr fwo rrxlcon in tlrc Sfte ot
wasfugon, altowing our Rnfr to atrfr.s ffi b-* LLnr invtur:luhitd sutes.
l'!uri*6 rrpenl' h$r*c events ar5t Rodettn the town fills wirb finglish d,iscipl$ne r!d*rs, **u&oy$" Swgirls
sxd tourist, all caming bffs#s" we have tlr* \l'arhingrru .9tats Horlr Far!tr- f'he economic benefits of
eruldtxr rpprealipn in Wanh>on $taie i* grcr $?0 Billim." ot'which ho$S aclivilies cornpliBc ovcr
$t5{} Mitti&*.I'axcs e*llegs{ijust forKittiias C*unry *ur h$ ov,er$ts Miljion. '#
thu adrlition af\lSlol,rrp-dAreoo Sill crc$t* &n &lri'orir$cnt thal wftrl plnce 4k Har4g Pork ontke list
{pren*w horse faeilitle$ iqAmerica. This is rxrc uf d}c nrcst beauriful *etginp o$ywlrcre, silting ar
$t'f,oot of ftc Sl*cedes rryith a view of the $t*ar Ralge nlnu*toins. v: !'!
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PO 8ox 854
Eatonville, WA 98328
Phone; 206-734-6904
February 77,74n
Senator Jinn Hoeeyford
Way and Means, Vice{hair Capital Budget Committee
11? lrv l{e'ahouse Building
PO Box 404f5
Olympia, WA 98504
Senator.ludy Warnick
Chair, Econornic Oevelopmsnt {omrnittee
103 trv Newhouse Building
PO Box 40413
Olympia, WA 98504
Dear Sanators;
Washinglon Cutting lleme Association {WCHA} has a long history af providing high quality con
cutting horse events. We urge you te srrpport the Washington {WA} Stat€ Horse Par rpplication
for $?.0 millisn in capitalfunding support tar a Covered Areno snd Associated gui6-Aut
submitted by the WA State Horse Park Aulhorig
Our goal is to make WA Stat€ Horse Park the new home for our future monthly horse sbows. To
do that, we will need a covered aren;i ta protefi the footing and accornrnsdate our spectators,
judges and cornpetitors during our cornpetitions. ln the past, we have rttracted "World
Charnpions" such as Matt 6aines, Greg Smith and lindy Burch as well as local trainers like Joslr
Sleeman {ilCHA Hall of Famer}and loe Jones Jr.{NCHA Zane Schulte Award reclplent} to our
shows. With this new arena we hope to invite this prestigiour group cf professionals and many
others to th€ WA Stat€ Horse Park fsr qualily {aw cutting events,
Centrally located in Cle Elum, the ll?-acre Horse Park is a de*inatien venue among horse
facilities in our $tate and will easily anract competitors to o$r events. The ParKs ability to draw
people from outside the local area uniquely characterires ihe Park's impact and already
generat€s $3.4 million in total econornic irnpact. ?he Covered Arena will allow the Park to
attract more hcrse disciplines, host larger sbows and extend its operating seeson from fiv€ to
nine rnonths, significantly increasing the size and number cf events held at the Park.
Thank you for your consideration. We urge the State to fund this importanr project.
Slnre rely,
Jane Roundtree
Director, WCHA
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SenatorJim Honeyford
Ways and Means, Vice-Chair f,apital gudget Cornrnittee
112 lrv Newhause Building
FO 8ox 4Sz1l5
Otympla, WA 98504
Re: Support for 2017 &pital Eudget Request * $a,o million for correred Arena and ,As$sciatsd
Sulld O$t st the Warhing:{a Stst€ }lone Fsrk
$ear Senator Honeyford,
tocated in fle Elum, WA, the 112 acrp Wa*hington gtate l-lor$e Fark attrasls more than 3S,0G0
visitors per year. Ninety-five p€tc€nt of those visitars travBl more than S0 miles to pa,ikipate in
€venls and actlvities at the par*, $nders{oring tlre wlde demand for equestrian opportunities.
Visitors to th€ Washington llorse park also eontribute pssltitiely to the lccal u.ono*y in upper(ittitas County, creating 53.4 million of ecsnpmic activlty.
W* urgo You te supp*rt the wsthin8lon $trte liors€ Parh eppllretion fur *2.0 mllllon In *aplel
fundlng $uPF*fi fora €auercdfersandA.*swl*bdsr,tttd&*rubmtrted rythe !,ar*hgton
Stats tlorrc F.rk Authority, *nd ipanr0rsd by State S€n*toJ Jrdy $Jarntck
The Cavered Arena lvill extend ths ParlCs seasan from five .norrths to nine roonths, significantly
increasing the siae and number cf ev*nts that can be held a! the Park, with subseque;t increases
in Park visitation and af${rciated eei:nomk a{tiviay in the locsl community.
The Washingtsr state Horse Park ls an important r€gianal ag$Et ilrithin the Mountains to Sound
€reenway, lhe Mountains to sound Greenway Trr.lst supporte inyeslrnent in pa*s and sther
public lands tNrat enable peaple tc enjoy the outdoors, rontrlbute to loc*l eeongnries, anc
csnserve the natural lands and snte/5 that rnake coromunities llk* Cle Elum great places ts live,
work and play.
Thark you f*r your conskieration. lurge ysu tfi fund this irnportant project,
Sincerely,
Jsn Hoekstra
Executive Directcr
CC:Senator Judy Warnick,
Chair, eranomie O*velspmenf Cofilmittee
103 lru l{er*house Suilding
F.0. Sox40413
0lyrnpia, WA 985&t
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Ftlor: fount.{Jty, Lf€rt}
february 27,2A!7
tenrtor Jim lloncyford
Wrys and Means, Vice-Chair CapitalBudget Cornmitte€
11? lrv Newhouse Eullding
FO Box 48115
Olympia, WA98504
Deg r Sen ator Hon*y,ford,
As the Managing Sirectgr of Suncadia, the tourism ecoaorny of our stat€ is extremely important
to us. I urge ysu to iupportth* Washin$on $tate (l{r5} Horse park appltcarion for $:.0 rnltt;on
in capltal funding suppsrt tar a Covered Arens ond Associoted Bu$d^Ouf submitted by lhe WSllone Pa* Authority, and sponsor*d by State Senator Judy Warnick.
lscated in Cle Hum, WA, the 112-*cre IUS Horse park ettracts oyer 3O thourand visitors per
year, 95 pcrcent of r*hom are nonlscal-a statistic that unlqualy c*era*terires the prrk,$
impact: over $3-5 million in night starys. Totall0caleconomic impact of ths p4, including dav
visilors, is $3'4 million. The Opvered Arena will enend the pa*'s searon from five mqnths ts
nine rnonths, lignificantly lncreasing tha slre and number of events held at the park.
Cle Elum is in Kittitas County, where over 18 percent ol jobs are in th* Accomrnodations and
FoodseMce Ssstor {{iruias county prafit*" M*eec}, regional labnr aconomist,
updated scptember 2016," rhe economic impact of the park lr conslderable
Th* Washing:on Strte HErse Park has been a very poritive impact on tourisrn for Suncadia and
the surrounding community.
Thank ?us for your crnsiderailon. I urga you ta fund this important proj*ct.
Sincerely,
fu.e{r,
Boger Beck
Managing Director
CC;Senitor Judy Warnick
Chair, Econcilic Baydopment Committee
103 lrv itewhouse Building
P,O.8ax {Od13
Olympia, WA 98504
770 SuncEdia Trail i (le Elum, lfA 9s9?2 i t 509.64S.6400 t i i89.{/II.6Z.5l I uarrw.suncadia.eorn
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february 27, 2$17
Senator Jirn Honeyford
Way and Mea*s, Vlse-Chair Capital Sudget Comrnitiee
lL2 lrv Newheuse Building
P0 Bax 4t!415
Olynrpia, WA 9CS04
Senatar Judy Warnir*
Chair, Eeonomic Oevelopment Ccmrnittee
1S3 lrv Newhouse guilding
P0 Eox 40413
Slympia, WA S85S4
Re: Washington Stat€ Hprse Park - eove red Arena Project
Dear Senators:
As &egional Supervisor for the lnland fimpire Pony Club, the Horss Park is extremaly important to us. I
urge you tc support ihe Washinglon {WA} State Horse Fark appllcation for $2.0 rnillicn in capitalfilnding
support fnr a Cover*d Arens snd Associated &ai{d-Qut submitted hy thr WA State Hors* F*r*r Authority,
The United States Pony CIub i* a Natienal'non-profit youth organizarion that crganizes shorn for youth
development and eompetitian. The lnland fmpire Region encalnpasses Eastern Washinglon, ldaho,
Oregon and Montana and o$r rnernbers utili:e the liorse Park's facilities several times a year fsr a variety
of acfivities. lfe would corne more often if the Horse Fark had a Correred Riding Arena t{, rent.
We appreciate that the l'rorss Park is easy to acce$s rnd centrally loaated in Cle flum. The Park's ability
io draw Feople {rom outside the ls{al area uniquely charactarizes the Park's irnpacl. Totalecsnsmic
impaet of the Park, inciuding day uisitors, is $3.4 million. fhe Covered Arena will allaw the Park to attract
more horge disriplines, hcst larger shows and extend the ils operafing serson from five ts nine months.
significantly increasing th* size and nsrnber of evenB held at the park.
Mgreover, the Park prrvides o perrnansnt asspt for our young peeple - g quality facility fiar outdsor
recreation" a place they'll love ?s go to learn and compete for generations to come. Thank y*u fcr ycur
consideratlon. I urge th€ State to fund this important project.
Sincerely.
$helfy Widmer
lnland €mpire Pony Club *egional Supervisor
509.750*973.0
Joan Shelton Palelek. Manager
Mid-Summer Classic Arabian Horse Show
Inland Frnpire Arabian Hor5g $lr6n,
8930 W. Melville Rd.
Cheney, WA 99004
706-972-2763
February ?7,29L7
Senator Jim Honeyford
Ways and Means, Vice-Chair Capital Budget Cbmmittee
1.L2 lrv Hewhoijse Building
P,0, 8ox 40{15
Olympia, WA 98504
Senator Judy WarnicX
Chair, Economic Developrnent Committee
103 lrv Newhouse Building
P.O. Box 40413
Olympia, WA 98$04
R€: Washington State tlorse Park * Covered Arena Projecl
Dear Senators,
I arn writing in behalf of the Mid-Surnmer Classic Arabian Horse Show, and the tnland Ernpire Ar'abian llorse Show. As
manager cf these two United Ststes Equestrian Federation and Arabian Horue Asrociation competitions, I see a territic
need for this covered facility. We have limited choices of eguine facilities in silr state for our eguestrian athletes to
romp€te. This covered Arana at the Washington Horse Park in Cle Elurn, wculd create gptions for multiple equectrian
competitions,
Our Arabian community urges you to support the Washingion State Hcrse Park application for 52.0 million in capital
funding fsr a Covered Arena and Associated 9uild-Out submitted by the Washington State Horse Park.
The Horse Park ic located in Cle Elum and has been in operation tor slx years. The 112 acre Horse Park is a destination
veflil€ amongequine enthusiastg tha! attracts 30 thousa*d visitors p€r vser. 9596 ofthese attendeeg are from outside
rhe local ar€a creatins a 52.5 million in overnlght stays. The tot€l eco*ornic irnpact from the pa* is approximately $3"S
million.
fhe covered arena projeet at the Horse Park will create a more inviting environment lor larger fquine Competitions to
utilize .
I encosrage you to gupport the Washinglon State Horse Park's Covered Arena Project.
Sincerely.
-t os* Sh+)*ott ? aLd,e*./
Joan Shelton-Paletek
Oate; February28,20L7
Senator Jim Honeyford
Way and Means, Vice{hair Capital Budget Conrmittee
i^12 lrv ilewhsuse Building
PO Bcx 40415
Olympia, WA 98504
Senator Judy Warnick
Chair, Fconornic Oevelopment Committee
103 lrv Newhouse Suilding
P0 Bnx 4CI413
Olympia, WA 98504
Re: Washington $tate llorse Fark - Covered Arena project
Derr Senators:
As a horse swner and an office-holderlrnember of various horse organilatisns, I know of the
need to have a quallty facility that horse enthusiasts can use. I haye $een the progr€ss that has
been rnade on the Horse Park and feel that it is a one-of-a kind venue that can be the number
one horse facility in Waslring3on r,vith the potential to attract hcrse enthusiasts and their
farnilies not only frorn the northwest, but the nation as r,rrell. The tourlsrn eronerny of our state
is extremeiy itnFofiant tp us and the dollars generated by the horse industry's use of the Horse
Park can have a major positive effect on o$r $tate's economy. I urg€ you to support the
Washington {WA}$tate Herse Park application fsr $z.o million in caBitatfsndlng support for a
Cavered Arena and Associated Euild-CIut submitted by thc WA State llorse park Authority"
Located in Cle Elum and in operation for 6 years, the 112-acre Horse Park is a destination venue
arnong hcrse facilities itt our state and already attract$ over 30 thousand yisitars per year, 95
percent of whom are nonlocal, The Fark's ability to draw people from Eutsid€ the lscal area
uniquely charasterizeg the Park's irnpact: over $?.5 million in overnight stays. Total econornic
impact of the Park, including da'y visitors, is 53"4 million. Tbe Covered Arena will allow the park
to *tract msre horse diripllner, host larger shows and extend the it$ gperating season frcm
five ts nine months, significantly increasing the si:e and number of eyents lreld at the park.
Cle Elum is in Kittitas County, where over 18 percent cf jobs are ifi the Accrmrnodations and
Faodservice $efior lKttritas County Prafile, Meseck, r*gianal labsr econornist,
updated September 2CIx61. The economic impact of the park is considerable.
Thank you for your consideratioil. I urge the State ts {und this irnporlant projsct.
Sincerely,
Julie l(arnatb
4716W" L{tx
Kennewick, WA 99338
ldarch 7.,2017
Natatie thaw, fquestrian Business Owner
lhaw Equestrian Hducation, LLC
Eltensburg, WA 98926
ds6-599-?694
Senator Jlm HoneYford
Way and iieans, Vice'{hair Capitat Budget Committee
1 12 lrv Newhouse Building
PO Sox 48415
Otympia, WA 98504
Senator Judy wbrnick
Chaiq Fconomic Oevelapment Committee
103 lrv Nqrhouse Building
PO Box 40413
Olympia, WA 98504
Re: Washingtan State Hors* Park - {.overed Arena Prcject
Oear Senatorg:
As a local eque{trian business orriner and regional equine feed reprmentativ€, a f9?qL! eguine
inCustrv in *ashirnton itate is criticrt finan?iatty. A,i an avid eguestrian, the availabllity of
*-u"siftan faciliti& in our state is extremely irnportant to me.personatty. I urge you to
;;;ffi r# uiiir'inita"twat sta,te Horye ftii< apptlcation fry $2..0 million in_capitai funding
ilp$rt {oi a to'vetli aietln' ana Assocloted sulid"Ou*ubmttted by the \{A State Horse Fsrk
Autharity.
Shaw Equestrian flducation, LL{ tras utitized the lthstrjngtsn State Horse Park since 2013 in
orJer Li Jrovig a hich quitity clinic experience for thres'day eventen tralfiiil{ for.their
;oil-petidfis. rictr ylar,'partfcipana frirm every com-er of Warhingtgn: il llllas l ontana
il'4il;:-ittitrO it ii'ciin;c- rnany of udrich riturn fgr-thn Equestrian lnstitute Horse Trialg
in U,av aira ieptemOer. fiom Spokane to \&ncouyer and Beltingham to Kennewick, the ctinic
iiiii "ititt rijJl aue in parr to ihe quality of the facltity.,A covered arena wlll vastly lncreare
thi flexibtlity and viabitity of the \{5HP as a venue for this event.
A: a tocat rider and trainer myself, I have used the park to condition my horses' The extensive
iraii cyriim provices i.uniqu*i, iqte, gng accessible option far riders across many discipltnes.
ilrere-"re no other trait systems like it in the Kittitas County'
Finaly, the washington divirions of the united slates funy c{ub,.eo{lmtivety sver 500
;enn6ril strong, hivE utitized this facility for clinics, campl and certifications" I am a
iii;iiffi **mril or tnii ciia*zition and have vesred intireet in the ril{c€ts of its vouth" The
ivSiF'fi.i p;i;"d a.,inlrii venue for both regions of the USPC- The W$HF is one of o{X3
ie*'f"iilides with theapanittties and lafety requiremens needed fo1-t$qe regional USPC
euents. ftte USPC Chirnpionships West wer€ hetd there the sunmer of 2Q1?'
?hank you for your ccnslderation, I urge the State to fund tlris important projecr-
Sincerely,
Natalie Shaw 89, FAS
FACI F' { t'{ r}R"rF{Uf €5T M* n#,At{ FtS RS I A$S**J ATI(?r*
Date 312117
Senator Jirn Honeyford
Way and Means, Vice-dhair Capital Budget Cornrnittee
tr12 lrv filewhouse Euilding
PO Box 40415
Olympia, WA 98504
Senatnr Judy Warnirk
Chair, Eccnomic Oevelopment Committee
103 Inr Newhsuse Building
PO Box 404X3
Olympla, WA 99504
Re: Washington State Horse Fark - Covered Arena Fr<rject
Dear Senators;
As Fresident of the Pacific |lorthwest Morgan Herse Associarion and rnanaser of it's annual
hotse shsrs, the tourism eeonsmy of our state is extrernely important to ur. i urge you to
support the Washlngton {WA} State l{orse Park application for $Z.il rnillion in capital funding
suppsrt for a Coyered Arcna snd Assoclated Esild-Qut submitted by the WA Stat€ Hone Fark
Authority.
l"scated in Cle Elum and in operation fur 6 years, the 1.12-acre Horse Park is a destination venue
arnong hersa facllities in our stnte and already attrac-tc over 30 thousand visiton per year, 95
percent af whom are nonloeal, The Park's ability to draw people frsm cutside the local area
uniguely characterizer the Park's impact: over $2.5 mlllion in overnight sr:ys. Tntaleconomic
impact of ths Fark, including day visitors, is $3.i1 mlllion" The Covered Arena r,rrillallow the Perk
to attrErt more hone disciplines, host larger sh*ws and ertend the lts nperating searon from
five to nine mgnths, eigniffcantly increasing the size and number of events held at the Park.
Cle Elum is in Kittltss County, where over 18 perc€nt of jobs are in the Accpmmsdatipns and
FoodxMce Sertar {l(itf*os Ceunty Praftle, Meseck, regional labor eccnomist,
updated tupternb*r 20161. The ecsnomic impact of the Pa* is conEiderabl*"
CIur organiaatial c*irsn?ly runs h*ns€ shsLls in a private rrenus" Fxpansi*n *f tha WA State
itor*e Far* would *nabi* us te ecnduet w;r everrts ther* ts the sign{fiea*t b*n*fit nf the Florse
Park, tha lryeal e*oncrny of t}rx area a*d Warhington State tourinm ari*rall, W* rttrsct *'*er sn*
hundr*d hgrses a*d their c*rrn*ctiefis id s|ir a*nual er/enl$, Oare of thexe is the aldrst
eantinugusiy iretd Morf;pn ismpet{U*$ Vf*st of thn Mlsslsslppi ftiv*r" ?he P*c!ffe tts$hw€st
&*organ !"fome Asss{iati*n is a r€Sister€d ISA state'cfxaritable arganka**n"
Thank you for your conslderation. t urge the State to fund this impofiant prsjert.
Sincerely.
Catherine Clsid
1224* 24th Arae NW
Stanwood, WA 982S2
WASHINGTON STATE
HORSE PARK
March 2,zAw
Senetcr jim lloneYford
Way and Means, Vice'Chair Capital Eudget fsrnrnitt€e
LLZ lr\t Newhouse Euilding
P0 Box 43415
Oiympia, WA 985ff4
Senalor JudY Warnick
Chair. €conomic Development Connmitt€e
i03 trv Nes,house Euitding
PS Box 4S413
Olyrnpia, WA 98504
Dear Senators;
Ihe Washington state t"iorss Park Authorily Board and Exerulive Oir*ctor believe ir' i5 imperative for the
Hs*e park rc add a weu-decigned and .onstructad covered Arena to ifs faeilities in order to adequatell
serv* the State's diverse hor$e spon disciplines and aehieve the Park's rnission as sct fgfth in the
Authorit/s enabling legislatiott in 1995, fiCW79A'30'
Eaclground The Authority was able {s se{ule 112 acree of very suitable and beautiiul land in ce*tral
Washinggon a$ a donation from Suncadia relort, and to develop the Park's initial infrastr$cturc thanks to
a $3.5m grant lrom the State's 300647 capital budget, Since opening in ?010, the Park has ndded a *tfi
competitign arenA, 80 rnore permAnent 5tall5 for a total of i'60 today, and built tw6 tross csunttil
c*urs€s and a comB*titive trail cours.e. All these irnprovements and rnany other impo*ant arnenities
and equipmenr acquisitionl have been made possible by siSnificant private donations and volunteerism'
as well as rainvestrnent of operating proceeds, businesr sponsorships and a county grant for bleachers'
The horse community values and supports tfle Park, and is eager for it t$ cantinue development into th€
prernier cCImpetition facility in the pacific Ncrthwest" The Park has develsped a reputation for qualitv
facilities and exeellent footing {scnnatimes referred to as "grcund" in lvestfrn direlplinel} which is
critical for horso safety and periormance. ws now hold 40 events during lhc April to oftobsr 5e{5on'
atrracting over 30,000 visitors, and host sorne of the largest and molt prestiSisus annuai even* !n the
State's English and Western disciplines'
$espite these lmprc*lve rccempllrhments, tbe Park is unable to meet tqdat's mnrketplace
requirampnts for protectlon from thc rveath:r rnd Sneatsf caFacity, All of the Park's current facllities
are outdoors; the anly shelter is a 30x30'tent for people and stalls fpr horses. Whan conditions are h'et,
partieipantr and footing suffer, iFor example, in 2016 rain in June caused rnany riders to cancel from one
of our largest shows, and all three events booked for October cancelled due to rr€ather.) This hurts the
park's reputation and rev€nu*s, and strains our relationship with organlzers, But equally, when
condjtions get extremaly sunnylhoVwindy, participants, horses and cattle need prsteclion. And finally,
in lodat's f$mp€tltiv€ environment, many trainers and show organirers demand a controlled
stmo$Fhere * free of outdoor distractions " to ensufe a focused, po$itiv€ experlence for their riders.
Why should the gtata $upport thls project with a $2rn approptlation at thls time? I he Park currently
gsnerates about g3m in economic benefits each ieason, but we are unable to inerease that antount
wit6cut grau,ring our rurrent biggest shpvrs and adding rnore large mulli-day events. The latler categcry
is generally contrclled by experienced crganir*rs whp will not try, new venu€ unless iiey can manig*
risks such as weather imfacts. We believe this $?m inv*gtrylent will e*able r,is to buitd a high quality
cavered atena, and add enotfrer $3rn of annuai econcrnic irnpact in 5 years, which will r*peat eaeh yeal
tn addition. this proiect will provide ssstainable operating r€venue$ for the Park and better s*rve the
State's large and dlverse horce csmrnunlty which ls our mi*sion"
We betieve the f.lorse fark has prtven its value anrl ability to ${,t$tain itself. But in order ta thrive, ure
need the covered arena. We strongly requett and urg* you t0 fund this important prniect, and are very
grateflll for support from lh* State for this very unigue public"private partnership.
Sincerely,
Leslie M. Thurston
fxeculive Director, on behalf ef the Authority Eoard