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2O2O LODGING TAX SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN KTTTTTAS COUNTY AND CtTy OF CrE 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. Scope 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 L
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 L 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 ud itoraccou nting (aco. kittitas.wa. us
Reporting requirements of your events will be required on prescribed forms from the
County Auditor.
Sectiqn 3. Performance by 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.
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.
e. 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.
f. 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. I itv. and Hold Harmless.
The County assumes no liability for the Contractor's actions under this Agreement. Contractor
releases and shall defend, indemnifli, 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;
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
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Section 5. Compliance with Public Records Law.
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 6-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 indemnifiT, 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.
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.
Should the County require such liability insurance, the Contractoragreesto 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.
e 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 Contractor'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.
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 all of which together willconstitute 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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Lodging Tax for Tourism-Related, Small-Scale
Municipality-Owned Capital Projects and
Operations
Washington State Horse Park Covered Arena Project
WASHINCTON STATE
HORST PARK
Submission Deadline: June 1:8th, 2O2O
Kittitas County Comm issioners
205 W 5th Avenue, Suite 108, Ellensburg, WA 98926
509-962-7508
KITTITAS COUNTY
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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 made for furnishings of
lodging according to RCW 67 ,28.t80 and RCW 67 .28.18L.ln 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 According to Law:
RCW 67,28.181.6 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,..
Dgfinitigns included in state law which should be censidersd in anv apnlication requestinR
fundins includ.q
1. Tourism means economic activity resulting from tourists, which may include sales of
overnight lodging, meals, 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 information 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 1985, as amended; a business organization, destination marketing
organizations, main street organization, lodging association, or chamber 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 thg information
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 recommendatioris
received from the LTAC. Applicants may also be requested to present their projects to the
BOCC and answer questions.
Scoring sheets utilized by the LTAC to rank applications for capital projects are included in this
packet for your reference and information. Applications which do not receive a minimurn
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.
Application 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.
Construction 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, engineers, 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 or their
business.
SU BMITTAT I NSTRUCTIONS
Please return ONE COPY of the entire original application and answers to narrative questions to:
Kittitas Cou nty Comrnissioners
Attn : Lodging Tax Grant Application
205 West Sfr, Suite 108, Ellensburg, WA 98926
Applications must be received no later than 5:00JM April 24. 2020 or postmarked no later than Aoril
24th.2A20.
lncomplete andlor late applications will not be considered. Applications may not be changed or
amended by the applicant after the deadline for submission
Schedule:
. Application deadline
r Oral presentations of proposals to LTAC
r BOCC Deliberation and Decision
. Applicant Award Notification and fund availability
Proiect Management:
Successful applicants may be required, 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.
All funds 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.
Allfunds 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 (L 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 Auditor
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 5A9-962-7504.
Proiect Reportins Requirements for Tourism-Relalqd Facililie*s:
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:
4/24/2A20
s/2s/2020
6/26/zO2O
7/3UZO2O (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.
Arnjicant Catesories and Elieibilitv:
Grants from lodging tax funds are provided for two types of applicants, Capital Projects and County
Operations. No more than one capital project is allowed per application. An organization may submit
no more than two capital project applications per funding 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 facili{ies 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 performance, a municipality may require contractors to maintain
tiability 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 509-952-7508, Kittitas County's website address is:
www.co. kittitas.wa. us.
APPLICATION FOR TODGING TAX FOR TOURISM-REIATED,
SMALL-SCAIE MUNICIPALITY.OWNED CAPITAL PROJECTS AND
OPERATIONS
AppliCant lnfOrmatiOn - Canital proiecte+gpe1g$gle (Circte One or Both)
Name of Municipality:
Mailing Addressr
City of Cle Elum
Cle Elum, WA 98922
Contact Person and Title:Rob Omans - City Administrator
Phone 5Q9-674-2262
Email robed@cityofcleelum. com
Project Title Washington State Horse Park's Covered Arena - Phase 1 Completion
Project Location 'l 202 Douglas Munro Blvd
Funding Request:$50.000
Application Requi rements
X 1. 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).
X 5. Municipality has secured matching funds of at least 507o of the total project costs.
X 6. A completed project budget is included in the application {if applicable}
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119 West First St.
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7. A detailed 8 %X I! vicinity map that clearly shows the project is included (if
applicable).
Tourism-Related, Small-Scale Municipality-Owned Capital Project Narrative
l, Project Description: Please describe the project in detail. lndicate the major work to
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 5SO,0O0 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
L50' 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 Fark'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
2OL7-7O18 the Park was able to fully fund the $+.Om of anticipated costs through a combination
of state and county grants and private donations {see exhibit 1).
ln spring 20L9 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 exarnple, 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 complete remaining work exceeded the
S+.Om budgeted funding by 75o/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,5.8%, 4.3%, 3.5% since 2015; 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 5512,000 while remaining committed to delivering a building
that is functional, safe and attractive but without "trills".
2. Kittitas County Tourism lnfrastructure 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 County and indicate speciflcally 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: Develop integritv of slace This project will enhance Kittitas County's character by
developing and improving the venue in distinctive ways to differentiate Kittitas County frorn
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
medium-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 rorn 5 months
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 footballfield under cover, This large size and horse-
friendly design will accommodate 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 is97Yo
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 202Q which entails the
following work and expenditures:
Electrlcal and Englneering
Design
Service
lnterior Fixtures bought direct by WSHPA
Contractor for lnterior Branch Lighting
Site Parking East and West Side
Trenching
Electrica I Room, Connection,[/htering
Concession Traller Outlets {12)
Security Cameras
Subtotal
RidingArcna FootinS Fencing
Arerra Consultant
Noble Fencing Material and lnstallation
Concrete Fence Found, Grade Beam
Excavate and Deliver Sand
Dry, Screen, Roughly Place Sand
Spread, Level, Compact Sand
Exterior Dirt and Grading
Subtotal
Flnal Sito Dralnage and Retention
WatedinebArena
Total Funds Needed to Complete Phasc 1
s166,405
$5,ooo
s2s,000
955,000
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The Authority applied for assistance to the state legislature in January and in March was
awarded S3ZS,00O 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 $aZ,O00 of .09 Distressed Sale
Tax funds designated for the entire project (Phases 1 and 2) to Phase 1, and plans to raise an
additional 51+0,000 from private donations and sponsorships (in addition to the St75,000 in
private funding already spent). On June 1 the City also applied on the Authority's behalf for
5500,000 in grant funding from the state's Recreation and Conservation Office under their
Local Parks program to help complete Phases l 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 of 2021at 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. Assuming the arena
is ready to open in fall 2020, the Authority expects bookings will begin tor 2O2L 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 accommodate the
expected demand, Please referto Exhibit 2.
4. Real Property: lf real property acquisition is a component of the project, please explain.
lnclude 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 at 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 frorn Noble Panels and Gates for the arena fence rnaterials.
This is the same vendor the Park has used for other arena fencing and is the vendor of
choice for this project since materials 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 $f.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 project 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 2005; it is a large binder and we are happy to provide copies again
if needed. The study is based on other rnajor equine facilities, the vast majority of which
have covered and/or indoor competition space. Page 6 of the Addendum describes 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 full season of operations in 20L9, 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 Exhibit 2) ,
thus providing over 53m 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 significantjuncertainties qupognding the
Covid-19 pandemic, but a return to more normalconditions in202l. 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.
IBackgound: 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 carnping 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 [Central 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 and _target dFtes to complete Phase. 1:
e Cornplete arena roofing June 26
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 15
r Excavate, screen, haul and spread sand August 1 - September l"
r lnstall the steel fencing September 1- October L
. Open arena for use October 15
9. Applicant Certification: Please sign below in agreement with staternent 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 ce the application thresholds are met at the time of application
{1},,, ,ttt r- lr &f *vxs
s u of Offi I Representative fittel- -7 Date
Tourism- Related, Sma I l-Scale M unicipality-Owned Capita I Project Budget
All applicants for capital project funding must supply a detailed and complete project budget
utilizing the following basic forrnat:
Funding Sources
Lodging Tax Funds Request
*Other Grant Funds
List By Source (indicate if secured or applied)
*Other Local Government Funds
List By Source
*Private 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,
mechanicalwork, 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 representative of the applicant is adequate.
Tourism-Related Facility Operational Funding Narrative
(Municipality Applications Onlyl
1. Operational Spending: Please explain your request for operational funding and how it is
directly related to supporting 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, lnclude 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 ication Questions Points Awarded
Kittitas County
Tourism
lnfrastructure Plan
Low Priority = 5
Medium Priority = l$
HiSh Priority = 20 Question 2
Stakeholder Support Upto5 Question 6
Feasibility Analysis
and Business Plan
Completed
15
Yes = 15
No=0
Question 7
Promotes Tourism/
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
Lessthan 5O%=O
50ot6'55o/o =5
56% -59%= lA
6A% ^7OVo = t5
71o/o Or more = 20
CapitalProject Budget
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txHtBtT I[venl MetricsTotal S Equine EventsTotal # Non-equine Eventsd Equine VisitorsSNon-equine Visitorsf Total Vi3itois# Local Visitors EquineS Local Visitors Non-equineTotal # Local Visitors% Non-local (>50 miles away)Total # Non-local VisitorsNnn-local Day-only VisitorsNon -local Overnight VisitorsNot in Paid Lodgingln Paid Lodgingf Lodging Rooms Booked/NeededOuerall Econornic lmpactWSHP Event Visitor Traffic and f,cononnic lmpactsCovered Arena Completion - Fall 2O20lo17 2018 2019 20202,9t7 1,181 2,64090% 96% 9296" 27,246 28,338 29,5117,277 5,474 3,8L719,969 22,854 25,6943,ss2 2,930 3,125L6,4L1 19,934 22,5659,055 9,146 10,298$ 3,0812.55 5 3,317,ru $ 3,?$9,86920t639030,163030,1632,917450?9,519029,5191,18138032,15J"032,1$1?,64044031,087031,0872,1252,L2593%?8,9624,05724,9052,9292I,9749,9882ml47033,000n33,(Xlo3,3003,3009oyo29,7004s0025,2003 00022,24O10,09120276024?,8506,00048,8507,L153,00010,115799{38,7356,54432,1913,86328,328t2,876202685I57,25024,00081,t5013,55512,00025,55s69%55,69512,51643,r795,18137,99817,272$ 3,752,18rt S 3,752,100 $ 4828,650 $ 6,476,850Forecast Assumptions @ &15-20 lncremental lmpaots of Covered Arena2O2O no meaningful forecasq all large events cancelled and smaller ones rernain in doubt due to Covid'19 pandemic restrictions; arena cornpleted in fallt021 similar to 2019 - organizer: checking out are na; no new big events booked, some small one-day events in the fall, mostly locals?O22 addition of 3 large multiday events {western, L50 horses,450 peoplex 3days = 1350/eventx3=4,050L 70% nonlocal - 2835 nonlocal, 10% 284 dav onlyand 10 smaller events throughout year with more locals (80 horses=Z40 peoplex2 days = 580 each, 5800 totatl 50% nonlocal=280$ nonlocal, 10% day only 280nonequine: 2 day avg, 1500/day=3gggx2'6000 total, 50% local = 3000 nonlocal 50% day only = 1500 overnightlO26 add 3 more large shows 400 horsesx3people=12001dayx4 days=4800x3; 14,400, 80% nonlocal=11,520 nonlocal, 10X day only 1"1.52plus another 23 equine events: 10 one dayxS0horsesx2/horse*l50visitorsx10=1600 visitors, 40%nonlocal=640 10% day only 6Oand 13 two day x l00horsesx2people=200/dayx2days-400x13events:520$rrisitors,S0%nonlocal=2600 nonlocal, 10%day only 260noneguiner 2 day avg. 1500/day'3000x6:18,000 total, 50% locai = 9,000 nonlocal 50Po day only = 4500 dayonlyassume 12% of overnight not in paid lodging based on historical actualsEcononric impact/nonlocal overnaght visitor = $150/person lorecast
P.O. Box 740, Duvall, WA 98019 Tel-425-788-771 Fax-425-788-7730
fura$3
October 10,2019
David Gildersleeve
Washington State Horse Park
RE:Covered Riding Arena
Electrical Design/Bid Proposal
Thank you for the oppofiunity 1o provide electrical design and utility company coordination for this
project. Please note the following stalement of scope and pricing:
EnqiFeqriFg:
Provide one POWER drawing showing the following
Main electrical panel including rnetering and distribution
Perirneter exterior outlets for food vending trucks
lnterior outlets for convenience, PA, misc.
Provisions for future power feeds to supplemental localions
All load calculations, arc-fault calculation, and grounding specifications
Provide specifications of all electrical eguipment, devices, and wiring methods
Review service equipment and electrical panel submittals
Provide one LIGHTING drawing showing the following
lnterior fixture layout of owner-furnished arena lighting
lnterior circuitry and lighting controls
Exterior photocell and off-season controls
Provide speci{ications of all controlequipment, devices, and wiring methods
Review lighting control eguipment submittals
Provide coordination with electrical utility
PROJECT E$TIMATE BY $COPE:
nstall new 400a 277l480vl3ph metered service at NE corner of the arena. lnstall PSE CT cabinet
and utility meter on outside of new service closet provided by others. Provide the following interior
equipment:
1-400a 277l480vl3ph A?-circuit panelboard with main breaker
1-150kva 480v x 121l208vl3ph transformer
1400a 12U2A8vBph 42-circuit panelboard with main breaker
Provide breakers in gear package as needed for scopes listed below
I-UFER service ground per code
't-electdcal permit (which covers all associated work below)
Purchase a total at 144 - Elite HD'lB-LED-28000L-D|M10-MVOLT-50K-85 fixiures direct from
PLATT. Fixture quantity and layout based on average 70fc at arena floor level.
lnterior branch liqhtinq installation and control: 351.685
lnstall 144 owner-furnished arena lighting fixtures. Provide manlifis as required,
Separate fixture control into eight individual dimming zones across 10 circuits.
Provide Watistopper DLM 0-10v dimming controls in electrical room.
Provide service 120v GFI recept, LED strip, and occupancy sensor for electrical room.
Service Perimeter Receptacles: $41.245
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
12Al208vl1ph 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 adjustable LED floods per attached" Provide progranmable digital
timeclocUPcell and lighting contractor for anlolf control $17.200
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. $17.314
Exclusigns;
Washington State Sales Tax
All PSE utility connection and metering charges
All trenching and backfill
Thanks again for the opportunity. Please call me if you have any questions
Sincerely,
Torko Electric, lnc.,
Kent Vander Weide
Oirector of Operations
{"v*,fuir ESTIMATE& GATES,INC.
51756 Fruitvale Rd
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
800-437-3966 0R 54 I -558-3966
NAMEIADDRESS
WASTNCTON STATE }TORSE PARK AIJTIIORITY
PO BoX 278
CLE lrlul\,t. WA 9892?
817-635-41 I t
9
DATE ESTIMATE #
4il1/20?0 N1t846
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see lay*utr drawi*g lor details
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ESTIMATEPANELS & GATES,INC.
51756 Fruitvale Rd
Milton Freervater, OR 97862
800-43?-3966 0R 54 I -558-3966
NAME/ADDRESS
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PO BC,X 278
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ESTIMATE& GAT€$,lltlG
51756 Fruitvale Rd
ir.{ilton Freewater OR 97862
800-437-3966 0R 541 -558-3966
NAME/ADDRESS
WASHINCTON STATE HORSE PARK AUTHORITY
PO BOX 278
CLE ELUM. WA 98922
877-635-4fi t
DATE ESTIMATE#
4/17nA20 Nl r846
SHIP TO
PART#DESCRIPTION 0w UNIT TOTAL
FREIOIIT
TAX.WA
MOTOR FRE'GHT CI1ARCES
WASI{INCTON STATE SATES'fAX
8J0.00
1,2?7.84
E50.00
3.:77.84
TOTAL 844,252.99
valil far 5 dryslrom dote of Estimate.
?rices arcfor firame Unitt only and tlo not include boord, metal
rooJingy'trim, or insslation (unless spedfed in EstimatQ.
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119 West First Street
Cle Elum, WA 98922
Phone: (509) 674-2262
Fax: (509) 674-4097
www. cityofclee I um, co m
June 18,2020
Kittitas County Commissioners
Attn: Lodging Tax Grant 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/year, 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 development 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 Elum City Planner
Robin Newcomb, Cle Elum Treasurer
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March 2, i017
$€natsr Jim HoneY{ord
Way and M*an:. Vice'Chair Capital Budget Committee
112 lrv N**hause Bqildlng
P0 8ox 40415
Olympia, WA 9$504
Be: Washington State Herse Park - Covered Arena Frojeet
Dear S*nator flonel4orcil
r am a partn(r in caccade Hors€ shoyrs, Lrc, and can.t emphaEirn enough that the facirrties at the washington state Horse Park are
e*remery impsrtant to our future growth" r urge yoNJ to supparr the Hsr*'e Part'r applicaiion for $i'o mitlion in rapitai fi'rndhtg
s$ptran {ot a cover*d Arefis ond Atsoclated &tttld Qol :ubrnitted by the wA State Hor3e Part Ailthority'
carcade hsrsa sho$,s organi?es the park,s largest event$i cnrrentry producing two weekro*g shows {csmpetirrsnr} in Junc anei
anarher tws showr in July. The challenSe we are lacing is that we are presently operating at the Horse Park': capasitv in tarme Bf
nunber of pesple we {an s€r.ve and nurnber o{ eventr rrye can hold. iive are unable to acccnnnodate a meanin8fsl amount of the
custorner basr whs rrrgrrrd tikc to Btend cur evefits. ?hi* res*lts in wrshington resident3 and others havln8 ts travel !o oui-cf-state
venu€t tc,sFend rheir show dollars'
our hors* shgws drart, participants *nd spectators from all over the we'lert united statet end csnada' Horse spons are unigue in
thar they are rnjoyed by peopte of all rges {6-7O} and arc onf of the only $ports where $/om€n and men cofipets equrlly' A
particular f*gturs of pur brand ef horsr sport ishox jumpingf is it's r crswd plaaser being spectator lrie ndly and wholerome famlly
cntartainmerrf. lt,s elro inportant to note th€ value of the horSgs partlfipating, often costing slx flgures' Thll ir ralevant as wealher
ccnditions can adwrsery affeet ho*er, per{*rrnance and werlbcing maklnS ownerr highry s*rer-live of the endronmen* in '*hich
ih€y expose their hortes.
h cpvered Arena and p,ss'Jctsted Build-',ut \ilould allow us increase the number of pesFle afiendln6lhe shou'r' lncrease the nurnber
sf events we produce and erabie us to ensure the mort lavorable conditions in '*hich ls csm$ete' All leadlng to incr€ased tsurism
dollars to the ltate and Xittites county'
Thank you for your consirieration' I urge the Statc ts lund this itapodant ploject'
Sincerely,
Jeesiea Van;a
Psrtnel, Ca*cade Hors€ Shorrrs LLC
923 21tf Ave [a:t S€attle WA 98X1? www'CascadeHorseihows'cotn
WSHJA
filarch 5,2A1-?
Senator J im l-loneyfard
Way and ltrl*ans, Vice-fharir Capital Sudget Cornrnlrts€
112 lrv Newhouse $uilding
P0 8ox 404J.5
Olyrnpia, WA 98504
5enator Judy Warnick
Chair, Econornic Dev*lopment Committee
3.03 lw Ner,vhouse Suilding
PO 0ox 4&41*
0lympia, W,A 98504
Re; Warhlngton State Horse Fark - Covered Arena Prsject
Dear Senators:
I urge you tc suppprt the Washington State Horse Park application for 52.0 million in capilal funding
suppsrt {or a covered ,Arena and,Assuciated Build-out submilted by the washington state Hofs€ Parft
Authority,
A.s the Washingtsil Stats Hunter Jumper Association, the strength of Washinglcn's equestrian economy
ir of vital impartance to u$. lmpori3ntly, the €quertrian *ssnomy helps to feed the Stete's tourisn:
ecrnomy, wlthln which the Weshington Stete Horse Park plays a major role.
The ll?-acre hprse park, iocatad in fle Elum, is cne of Washington's premiere destination venues,
st$acting sver 30 thCIu$and vicltqrs annually, 95 percenl of whsm are nsnlocal. The Parlq due to its
unique ability ts draw peaple from outside the lccaland state area, garners over $2.5 nilllen in
overnight stays annually. Currently, the Park's eccnornic irnpact is $3.4 miliicn. Wlth the additisn of the
Csvered Arena, the Fark will be enabled to expand itJ aprrating season from five ta nine months,
broaden the size and scope of its equestrian events, and ultarvratsty generata mor€ touri$rn r€venue noi
only for Cle Elum snd Ki$ita$ Counry where cver 18 percent of jobs are in the Aceammodations and
Foodservice Sector, but ala* for Washingtpn Stat€. The aconarnic irnpact of enabling the Park to wlden
its services is cansidemble"
The Wa*hington State Hunter iumper Association itself has been enabled, thmugh the Washington State
Horse Park,'to support nunierous top quality horse shows, benefitting its mertbership while also
contributing to 5tale travel and tourisrn. The Park is a unique location where WSl{JA's mernbers meet t
diverse array of exhibitars and cornpetitors who would not olhenirise travel to Weshin€ton's horse
shows or contribute io Washintgon's tourisrn economy, lt is equally impofiant to note that many of
WSHJA'S members also travel uutside the State for months cf the year in search of horse shows that
provide a more weather-friendly experience. Expanding tbe Park': ability to extend its operating seasorr
will undoubtedly also help to recapture this opportunity income for the State.
Thank you for your consideration of this great contribution. t urge the State to iund this important
project"
5incerely,
Shelly Kerron, Pre$id€nt
Woshington State Hunter lumper Alsociation
11410 NE 124t 5t. PMB 1535
Kirkland, wA 98034
March t,z0t7
Senator Jim HoneYford
Way and Means, Vice4halr Capltal Sudget Commi$ee
112 lrv N*whouse Building
PO Box4S415
Olympia, WA 98504
Senator Judy Warnick
Chair, Econornic DeveloPment
Ccmmittee
103 lrv Newhouse Suilding
p0 Fox 4Ct413
Olympia, WA 98504
Oear Sertators:
Equestrians lnstitute is a F01{eX3l not-for-proflt organiration founded in 1974 in Wathington that serveE
the horse disciplines sf [wntit,g, Drcs$4e, canlqe orlvtrg and Sport H'o$s gr$idlng, The
washington State Horse park has enabied us to host a wide ran6e of eguestrian activitier since it
gpaned in 1010 lncluding natipnally recc8ni:ed c(}mpititions which attrast rid*rs frorn Callfornia,
Montani, Oregon, |daho and beyond. We alsg provide educational and competltlveoppcrtunities
through aur sponsorshlp cf rlinlcs, schoollng shows and fun events for children and families. outdoor
recreation, tkill development, camaraderie and s$pport are tOstered through the €l n?twork'
f I views the covered Arena as indisBensable to expanding our cagacity in our Pacific I'lerthn'est.limat*.
The scope of the proposed grena is impressive and essential for our disciplines to compste at a national
level. \n/e hold two US Eventing As:ociation-resogni:ed three day l-torse Trlals at WSHP eadl season but
have r**ched the $rrent capaclty of the Horse Park for entries; we nead mofe arena space to allow us
to a$€pt more cornFetitsrs. ln addiiion to competitors, these events bring fomilks, friends and v*odcrr
from far afield who bring significant business to the lccal community for four or five days each evant.
The Covered Arena with its significant scoBe will allox the Horse Park to becsme a truly outstandlng
venue offerinr muhiple benefib to fland the great*r horse community: {1} in$ease capaclty for nore
participants ln events, {2} enable evening and educaiional€ctivities when underccver {3} allow a longer
,'woFking yeaf and tfie ability to atiract intsrnatisnal clinicians aIld events and {4i stltact morc
sponsor$ and vendsrs and, in turn, atlract more vlsitors'
W$Hp is viewed as one st the first class vsnues in our area with quelity facilities includln8 stablin8 and
arenae with excellent footing whlch attract top trainers and h0rge people irorn all over our Region' fl
looks forward ta continuing lts close partnership with the Horse Park to serve the egueftrian cornmunity
of the paciflc Narthw€st. We urge you to support thls importtnt projecq it is need*d ns'#'
Sincerety,
Oiana Axness
Prcsident
Meika Decher
€venting Director
Penelope Leggott
Soard Memher At large
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March 2,2Q17
Senator iirn llsneyford
Way and Means, Vice-Chair Capitaltsudget Comrnittee
112 lrv Neuihouse Building
PO 9ox 40415
Olympia, WA 98504
$enator Judy Warnick
Chair, fconomic Oevelopnrent Comrnitteo
103 lrv Nawhause Suilding
P0 Box 48413
Olympia, WA 98504
Re: Washington State llorse Park - Covered Arena Ptojecr
lfear Senstars:
As Viee fiegional Supervisar of United States PonV Club, Northwest Region, I urge yau to suppsrt the
washingtcn iWAl State Horse Fark application for $2.0 rnillion in capital lr;nding support for a fovered Arcna
snd Assoriated Suitd-Quf subrnitted by the WA Siate l-{orse Park Authority'
porry club is the largest equestrian educational organization in the world; msst members are 18 years and
younger" The cornerstones of our organiratisn are education, safety, $portsmanship, stewardship and FUili
Members learn riding and the care of horses tlrrou6h mounted sBorts. The skills, habits and values instilled
rhrough horsemanship will apply to every part of a mernbe/s life.
Many of sur almsst 4o0 members utili;s the Hcrse Fark at rallies iteam equestrian cornpetitions),
champrionslrips, camps and ctinics. A covered arena rvould rnake this venue even more desirable for these
types functions in inclement tir€ather,
Thank Vou for ycur consideration, I urge the State t0 fund tlr;s important project'
Sincerely
Jennifer So;eet, Vice Regional Supervisor
United States Pony Club Northwest Region
?00 Chehalir ValleY Or'
Chehalis, WA 98532
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ffava**dale, WAS805i
Marrh 2,ZQl7
Senator jim Honeyford
Ways and M€ans, Vice4hsir Capital Budget Ccmmittee
11? lrv Neurhouse $uilding
P.G. Oox 4O41.5
Glyrnpla,1JVA 98$04
Senator Judy Warnic(
fhair, Econornic Develcpmsnt Commltte€
103 lrv Newhouse Fuilding
P.O. 8ox t1CI413
Slympia, WA 98504
l{f: Washington State Horse Park - Covered Arena Project
Deir Senators,
I am liniting in behalf of the f$W Reined Cow llorse A:sociation, Our organiaation as the NW Affiliate as
recognized by the lrlational Bsined Caw Horue Asrociation based in Pilot Poant Taxac, Our &sociation
has hosted a show at the lVashingtpn State l"lorse Pa* for the last four years" Our membership loves to
hold a shsw at this beautifulfa+ility but we are limited to only having ona sumfisrtlme *how I year
there as weatber is a major ccnsideration far tbe $6fety of our horses and riders whcn campeting. fiain
is a deal breaker for our gro$p, The NWRCHA w*uld be open tc expanding the number of shows and
the duratign of the shonrs ws hold at the llorse Park if a covered ar€na wat availahl*. As the Shaw
Ciairperson of the t{WRfl-lA, I see a terrific need fsr this covered facility. We have lirnited chaicer of
equine facilities in our st$e for cur equestrian competitions. This covered Arena at the Washington
l'lorse Park in Cle flum, would cr€ate gptioilr for multiple equestrial evenls.
Ihe ilW Reined Caw Horse A$s*ciation is asking you to support th* Waehington $tate llorse Park
application fsr $2.0 million in capital funding for a Covered Arena and Associated Build-Out submitted
by tlre Washington State liorse Park.
The 1.12-acre llorse Park is a de$tlnation venue among eguine enthusiasts that attracti 30 thousand
visitcrs psr ye6r. Approxirnately 959s of these attendses sre from autside ttre lccal area creating a $2,5
million in overnlgbt stays, The totat economic lmpactfram the park is approxirnatsly S3"5 milllon.
When the NWRCHA hosts its weekend show {covers three days, two nights}w€ have an av€rage of 10O
horse owners, riders and lamily that attends the event, A large percentage of these folks are stsying in
local motels, eating at local restaurants and getting fuel and supplies" The covered arena pmject at the
l"lorse Park will create a more inviting environment for larger [quine Comp€titions to utilite and bring
even more economic support into the Cle Elum/Ellensburg area.
I eflcourag€ ysu ro support the Washington State Horse Park't Covered Arena Project.
5incerely,
DiA,twA. €,d*arda
Diane A. Edwards
$WRCilAShow Chair
i?06) 390-0715
Cle Elum Roundup Assudatlon
FO 8ox 971
Cle Elum, WA 98P2?
tvtarch 1; ?CI17
$enalor Jirn ilome-Eford
lV'irys and Mrxrs, Vicc Ctair Cap$l S$dgrl ff*,tr$itt6e
ll* llv Newhous* Euildi*g
F.0, Box 4041J .t
Olympia 1\,'A 985$4'
Scnator Jrg$r Wclrtick
ftair, Fc6'nomrc Dcvelopmeg t ommittee
103 irv H*wbause Suildisg .
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Eatonvllle, WA 98328
Phone: 2ffi-734-6904
February 27,2Q77
Senator Jirn Honeyford
Way and Means, \rice{hair Capital Budget Committee
112 lrv Ner$house Building
P0 Box.40415
Olympia, WA 98504
Senator Judy Warniek
Chair, Economic Oevelopm€nt Committee
103 lrv Newhouse Euilding
PO Box 40413
0lympia, WA 98504
Dear s€natprs:
Weshington Cutting Horse Association {WCHA} has a lsng history of providing high quality cow
cutting horse events. We urge you to trJppgrt the Washington {WA} State Horse Par application
for $?.0 million in capilrlfunding suppgrt far a Cavered Areno and Assatiated Suild-Out
:ubmitted by the $t'A State Horse Pade Authority
Our goalis to make WA State l"lorse Park the new home for our future monthly horce shows" lo
da that, we will need a covered arend ta protect the iootinB and accornrnodate our sp€etators,
judges and competitors during our cornpetitions. ln the past, we have attracted "World
€hampions" such as Matt Gainee, Greg Smith and Lindy Burch as well as local trainers like Josh
Sleeman {NCHA l"lall of Famer}and ioe lpnes Jr,{NCHA Zane Schulte Award reclpie nt} to our
shows. With this new arena we hope to invite this prestigious group cf professionals and many
olhers to ths WA Stat€ Horue Fark for qualify cow eutting events,
Centrally located in dle Elum, th€ lX?-acre Horse Park is a destination venue lmong horse
facilities in our state and will easily a-ttract cgr'flpetitors ts orr eventr. The Parrs ability to draw
people from outside the local erea uniquely characteriaes the Park's impact and already
generat€s $3.4 rnillian in totat econornic impact. The Covered Arena will allow the Park to
attract mcre horse discipllnes, host larger shows and extend its operating $€eson from fiv€ to
nine months, significantly increasing the sire and number cf events held at the Ftrk.
Ihank ycu for your ccnsideration" We urge the State ts fund this important praject.
Since rely,
Jane Roundtree
Director, WCHA
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2/231?017
9enator Jim Honeyforri
Ways and Megns, Vice-Chair Capital gudget fismmittee
112 lrv Newhouse Bullding
FO 8ox 4S41.5
Otympla, WA 98504
Re: Suppo* for 2017 Capiral 8r:dget Eequest * $a,o million for Couered Arens and Asrodated
Eulld $ut at the i#a:hirytrn St*te llorce psrk
$ear Senator lloneyford,
Located in ele flurn, WA, the I7? aer* Wa*lringten State Horse Park attracts mnre th*n i0,o00
visitors per yEar. Ninety-five p€rc€nt of those visitors travel rnnre than 50 miles to partlcipate in
events and actlvhies 6t the par*, underxoring the wide demand for equestrian opportunities.
visitdr$ to the washington Horse Park also contribute posltively to the leeal econorny in upper
i(ittitas County, creating 53.4 rnillion a{ esonnmic activlty.
w* srge Vou to cupp*rt the tilrrhln*lon $tetn *lors€ Far* eppllcetion fnr ge.0 mllfion ln mplkl
fundlng ruppart f-nr a fcverpd SrtaE a*d Asswta*d Sutld{rut tubmlrtcd S the w*hiry*on
stf,ts tlorr€ Fark A$thori?y, and rponror*d by stfrte $enf,tCIr Judv warnlck
The Coversd Arena will extend the parlC$ season frorn five rrl$nths to nine rnonths, signifieanlly
increasing the slee and nurnber of ev*nts that ran be held al the Perk, with rubsequeht lr,crur*s
in Paric visitation and a:sosiated econornk activity in the lscal communlty.
Th* \lt'ashing.to$ State Horse Fark is an importanl regional arset x,ithin the Mcuntains to Sound
Greenway, The ltiountains ts Ssund Greenway Trust suFBorts inyestment in p:r*s and etherpublic lands that enable people lo enjoy the outdoorc, contrihute to local economies, and
conserve the natural lands and uraters that make csnrrnunities llka Cle €l*m grert places to five,
work and play.
Thank yotr fsr your consirj*ratien .l urge ygu to fund this important projecr.
Sincerely,
Jsn Hcekstra
ixecutive Directsr
C{;Senator Judy warnick,
Chair, f conoraic Oevelopment Csil,witte€
1S3 lru Nllewhause Suilding
P.0.6oxrt0413
Oly*cpia, WA 985O4
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Ralor: (ougcxiJy, L[{'A(!
February 27,70L7
SenatorJlm Honeyford
tffays and Means, Vice-Chair CaBitalBudger Committe€
I t2 lw lrlewlrouse Bullding
PO Box 40'f15
Olympia, WA 98504
Desr S€nator Honey{erd,
As the Managing Directcr of $uncadia, the tourism econrmy of our strte is extremely important
to us' I urge you to supBort lh* Washington State (WSl Ftsrse park appltcation for SZ.f rnittion
in capltal funding support for a €asered Arcna and Assxiated Bulld-Out submittsd by the WS
lJone Pa* Authority, and sponsor*d by state senator Judy t{arnick.
Lscated in Cle Fium, WA, the Ll2-Ecre W5 ltorsE park attracts oyer 30 thourand visitors per
year, 95 parctnt cf whom ar* nonlncel-a statistic that unlquefy c*aracterires the pa*,s
impart: over $:.5 million in nigtrt stays. Total lscal econornic impact of the park, incfuding dav
vitirors, is $3'c million. The Cnvered drena will extend the Park's $earon ksrn five months ts
nine rngnths, significaatly increasing thp slre and nurnber sf events held at the partr
Cle Elum is in Kittitas County, where sver t8 percsnt of jabs are in the Accommodations and
Foodservlce Sestsr {fff$Iros county profile, M*sec*, regional labor eronomist,
updated saptember 2016)" The econsmic imprrt of the park is constderable.
Th* WashinEton State Horse Park has been a vsry positive impact $n toudsm for Suncadla rnd
the surrEunding community.
Thank you for your consideration. I urge you to fund this important proJert.
Sincerely,
fu.e{tu
Boger B*ck
Managing Oirector
CC; Senitcr Judy Warnlck,
Chair, tconnmic Derelopment Committee
103 lrv ilewhousp Building
P,O. 8or 40413
Olympia, WA9850il
770 Sunczdie Trail 1 Cle tlum, WA 98s?.? i r 509.649.64SS I f 509.fi3,6e51 r unnrw"runcadia.csrn
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february 2V, ZA17
Senator jim l-ioneyford
LVay and l{eails, Vice-Chair Capital Eudget eontrnittee
112 lrv Newhouse Building
PO 9ox 40415
0lympia, VfA 9S504
Senatsr Judy Warniclt
Chal r, *concm ir Dev*lcpment Cornrnittee
303 lr* f{ewhouse glr;ldanS
F0 &ox 40413
Olympia, WA 98s04
Be; Washingtsn Stat* f'lsrse Park - Csvered ,{rena Project
Fear Senators:
As fregional $upervisor far ths lnland Empire Porry Club, the Horse Park is extrernely impornant to us. I
urge you to support the Washingtotr {WA} Stat€ Horse Park application for $3.0 mlllion in *apitalfunding
support lsr a Cavered:ArenE and Ass*siated Suild-Out submitted by the WA State I'lors* Par* AuthoritV.
The United States Pony Cl{b is s Nationat'non-profit yor.rth organizari*n that organize$ sharrus for youtb
d*rnelopme*t and competitian. The lnland tmpire Region encampasses Eastern Waslringlon, ldaho.
Oregon and Ma*tana and orr rnernbers utilize the l{orse Park's facilities severa} times a year fon a variety
of activities, We would eon"re m{rre often if the Horse Fark had a eayered Riding Arena to rent.
We apsreciate that tha l"lsrss Park is easy tq acce$$ and centrally loc€ted in CIE flur*. The Park's ability
lo draw people fron outside the lacal area uniquely charact*rires th* Farkt impact. lotal ecsnsmif
impact of the Flrk, inckding day visitcrs, ls $3.4 million. The forrened Arena wlll allow the Fark to anract
mpre horse di*ciplines, host larger shows and extend the if$ cpf ratin8 $eason frsrfi five tg nina mcnths,
significantly increasing ths sire and nurnber o'f events held at the Park.
Msreover, th* Farh provides a perrnarrant Bs$et for sur yosng people - e quality facility fnr outdsrr
recreation, a place they'll love to gc to learn and compete for generutions ts corne. Ttrank you fsr V*ur
consideratlon. I urge the State to fund this i*rBortant project.
Sincerely,
Shelly Widmer
lnland Empire Pony Club fiegional Supcrvisor
509.750-971S
Jaan Shelton Palelek, Manager
Mid-Summer Classic Arabian Horse Show
Inland Ernpire Arabian Horse Show
8930 W" Melville Rd.
Cheney, WA 99004
206-972-2L6?
February 7?,20L?
Senator jirn Honeyford
Ways and M€ans, Vice-Chair CaBital Budget Comrnittee
112 lrv Flewhouse Building
P,0. Box 40415
Olympia, WA 985S4
Senator Judy Warnic(
Chair, Economic Daveloprnsnt Cammittee
1.03 lrv Newhouse Building
P.O" Box 40413
Olyrnpia, WA 98504
RE: Washington Stata Nlorse Park * Covered Arena Pmject
Sear S€nators,
I arn writing in behalf of the Mid-Surnmer Classic Arabian Horse Show, and the tnland Empire Arabian Horse Show. As
manager of these two United States [questrian Federation and Arabian Horle fusociation rompetitiens, I see a t€ffif!(
need tor this covered facility, We have limi?ed chsices of equine facllities in sur state for our eguestrian sthletes to
romp€te. Thil ccvered Arena at the Washington Horse Park in Cle Efum, wculd create options for ftuitipl€ equeslrian
competiti0n5,
Our Arabian cornmunity urges you to s$ppon the WashinSltrn Stat€ l'lcrse Park application for 51.0 million in capital
funding fcr a Covered Arena and Asrociated Build-Out suhrnified by the li/ashington ltate Horse Park.
The Horse Park is located in Cle €lum and has been in operation fcr six years. The 11.2 acre l.{orse Park is a destination
venu€ among equine enthusiastg that attracts 30 thousarrd visitor3 p€r y€ar. 95% of these attendees are from outside
rhe local ar€a crsating a 52.5 rnillion
'n
overnight stays. The total ecoflornid inrpact frqm the park is approximately $:.S
rnillion,
The eovered arena project al ths Horre ?ark will create a more inviting environrnent for larger [quine Cornpetit;sns to
utili:e.
I encourage ycu to gupport the Washington State Horse Park's Covereci Arena Project,
Sincerely.
-{oa*Shp}fu*,PsZd*
Joan Sheltsn-Palelek
Date; tebruary 28, 2017
Senator Jirn iioneyford
Way and Meant Vicedhair Capital Fudget Conrmiltee
1\2 lrv Newhouse Buiiding
PO 8ox 404t5
Olympia, WA 98504
Senatsr Judy Warnick
Chair, fconomic Development Comrnittee
L03 lrv ltewhouse Suilding
P0 Box 4S413
Olyntpia,ltrA 98504
Re: Washington State llorse Fark * Covered Arena project
Dear Senatsm:
,4s a hor:e ownet and an office-holderlmember of various horse organilations, I know of the
need tc have a quallty facility that horse enthusiasts {in use, I have seen the prsgress that has
been rnade s$ the l-lorse Park and feelthat it is a one-of-a kind venue that can b* the number
one horse facility in Washington with the potential to attract hcrse enthusiasts and thejr
farniiies not only from the northwest, but the nation as well. The tourisrn econo{ny of our state
is extremely irnportant tp us and the dollars generated by the horse industry's use of the Horse
Fark can have a major positive effeet on our stale's €{onomy" I urge you to support the
Washington {WA}State Hsrse Park application for $z.c miltion in caBitatfsnding suppofi for a
Cosered Arena and Axaciated Suild-gut submitted by the WA State liorse Fark Authority.
Located in Cle Elum and in operation for 6 years, the 112-acre horse Park is a destination vsnue
atnons horse facilitles in cur state and already attracts over 30 ttrousand visitors per year, g5
percel]t af whom are nsnlocal. The Fark's ability to draw people from oubid€ ihe local area
uniquely characterizec the Park's impact: over $?"5 million in overnight *tays. Total econornie
irnpact of the Park, ineluding day visitors, is $3"4 rnillion. T?re Covered Arena will allorv the park
tCI attract msre hsrse discipllnes, host larger shows and extend the its sperating season frsrn
five to nine months, significantly increasing the si:e and *umber pf eyents held at the park.
Cle Elum is in Kittitas County, wfrere sver 18 percent of jobs are in the Accornmodstions and
Foodservice $ector {Kittitas County Prafile, Meseck, regional lahor econornist,
updated Septernber 20x6). The economic irnpact of the park is considerable,
Thank you for your consideratioa. I urge the State to fund this impcrtant prcj*ct,
Sincerely,
Julie l(arnath
4715W. L4?h
Kennewick, WA 99338
l',tarch ?, 2017
Nata{ie Shaw, Equestrian Business Ovrner
Shaw Equestrian €ducation, LLC
Etlen$urg, WA 98926
do6-599-7694
Senator Jlm HoneYford
Way and r{eans, Vice'thair Capitat Budget Carnroittee
1 12 lrv Newhouse Suilding
PO 9cx 4&t15
Olympia, WA 98504
Senator Judy \ihrnick
Chail Economic Oeveiopment Comftittee
103 lrv Nenrhou* Buitding
PO Box 40413
Olympia, WA 98504
Re: Washingtsn State Horse Park ' C.overed Arena Project
Dear Senators:
As a tocat equettrian business owner and regional equine feed representative, a rytqt-t eguine
inOustrv in Washington State is cnticat financlatty. A'i an avid equcstrian, the availability of
*r*siilan faciliti& jn our state is extremely important to ms.personalty. I urge you to
ililrr;h- Wusfrtngto"{Wat State }tone fti! apptlcation for $2-0 million in_capitat funding
ilpp"rt iii a ia'wrld aierw and Assocfatad gulid"Out $bmttted by the \{A State Horse Fark
Authority"
Shaw Equestrian Hducatlon, LLC lras utiuzed the lirbrt{ngtgn State Horse Fark since 2013 in
oraer li orovide a hieh quatity clinic experience for three'day evf,nte$ trainlng for their
.ir"tp"titir"r. Elin ylar,'participants fri:m eY€ry comer of Washingt?nt ll IllLas Alontana
;il'b;AJ";;ttenA ttrit'.iinic- nrany of udrich ritum for the Equestrlan lnrtitute Horse Ti{aiE
in *tav and Septemnei. fiom Sfrokarie to \rbncower and Bettingham to Xennewick, the ctinic
iiiii ilttn rio*t-aue irr part to ihe quatity cf the facltity.,A covered ar*na wltl vastty lncreare
the ftexibitity and viabitity of the wSHP as a venue for this event.
As a tocal rider and trainer myself, I have used the park to condition my horles' Th.e extensive
ilif syiiim proviAes i untque, saie, and accessible oplion for riders across many disciplines.
itrire-are no other traii spiems like it in the Kittltas Counry'
Fina6y, the Washington divisions of the United Slatss Pony Ctub,.co{lective$ over 50S
il;d*1s srronS, hivi utilized this facitity for clinics, camps and certifications' I am a
iiili**il;ffi tt $ris;iiJ*zaiion andhave vested intirest i* the tucce$ of its vouth. The
idiii'ft;;1gvid-a_' a .eni'ii utnue for b*th regions of the USPC The W$Hl is one of o{I3
ie* lo.itities witn grJiapabilltie$ and mfety requiremens nee'ded fo1-{$1e regional USPC
;379nt . i6gUipi Cf,arnpionshipr Wert were hetdthere the summer of 2412'
Thank you far your ccnsideration, I urge the State to fund this important proiect"
5i*cer*ty,
Natalie Shaw 85, PAS
F Afl I F lC N *RTl'{Wfi 5T to{*fi 6Ail F{& ffi $ r A55*{{ A?$t3N
aa&3l2lX7
Senator Jim Honeyford
Way and M€ans, Vice-Chair Capital Sudget Commifcee
tr12 lrv ftlewhouse Building
P0 Box,tfli415
Olympia, WA 98504
SenatorJudy Warnick
Chair, €conornic Developm€nt Cornmi*€e
103 Inr Newhouse Buiiding
PO Box 40413
Olympta, WA 98504
Re: Washington $tate Horse Park - Covered Arena Praject
CI€ar sgnators;
As Freside*t *f the Pacific il{rrthwest Morgan H*rse Asssciation and manager of it's annlal
hotse shorrs, the tourism econ*rny of our strte is extremely important to u:. I urge yCIu tp
support the Washington {WA} State Horse Fark appticatisn for $Z.S mlllion in capital funding
support for a f,overed Arena dnd Associuted Eutld-*zj! submitted by the WA Stat€ Hcrxe Park
Authority.
l-sfated in Cle tlurn and in cperation fnr 6 years, the Xl?-acre Hcrse Park is a deEtination venue
arnong hprse facllities in cul state and already attracts aver 30 thousand visitors per year, 95
percent of whom are nonlocal. The Park's ability to draw people from cutside the local arez
uniguely charaeterizel the Fark's impact: sver $?.5 mlilion in overnight srxte. Tataleccncrni*
impac? of the Pa*, including day rrisitors. is $3.4 million" The {ovsrEd Arsna wifl allow the Park
to attract more horse disciplines, host {arger shpws and extend the its operating season from
five to nine mcnths, slgni$cantly increasing the size and number of events held at the Park.
Cle tlum is in i{ittltas County, whert over 18 pertent of Jobs are in the A,ceemmodationr and
Foodservice Sertor {lfiffifos Caunty Fraftl*, Meseck, regional labor economi*t,
updated September 20151. The aconomic irnpacf sf the Park is considerable.
Our *rganieatisrl c{.Jir*ntly runs hofis* shstsrs ln a prlvate v€nile. f;xpunsion cf the WA St*l*
f.lerss Far* would snable us to cpnd:J{t CI*r evsnts the''e to the signlfi*aftt bet!*fft *f tha }iorse
Firk, tlxe fs{,al ec*n*mg of *hat are* and Washingtan $tate tsurirrrr overel!, Wr rttrect {htrr sr}e
hundr*d lwrses and their csrrn*ct$gns ts *$r a*nual evenL$" One sf there in the at est
ecntinur*usiy held hdergpn tonrpetlUon West sf thn &dlsrisslppt ftiv*r The F*c{fis fti,orthne*
MCIrgan F{clr* tu**ciation is a r*girter*d WA stat* charkabla *rganix$on"
Thank you far your consideration. I urga the Stat€ to fund thir 9rnporrant prsiect
Sincerely,
Catherine Claud
322A9 24th Arae NW
Slanwood, WA 98292
WASHINGTON STATE
HORSE PARK
March Z,2At7
$enatsr Jim Honet'ord
Way and Means, Vica'Chair Capital Sudget Csmmilt€e
73,2 lw Newhouse Euilding
P0 Box 40415
Oiynnpia, wA 985S4
tsnator JudY VYarnick
Chair. tcc'nomic Oevelopment Committ€€
1S3 lrv Newhouse Euitding
F0 8ox 4$413
Olympia, WA 98504
Sear Senators;
The washinglcn $tate l.iorse park Arfihorily Board and f;xerutive nil.*stor believe it is itnpermtivt for the
I,torse par[ rc add a well-derigned and constructed covered Arena ts ifs facilities in srder to adequatelY
$etve tl,e gtate',s diverse horse ryart distiplines and acilieve the Park's rnission as sst f9fth in the
Authority's enabling legirlalion in 1995, fieW7gA'30'
seckgrouad rh€ Authoritv was able ts secure LX2 acres of very suitsble and beautiftl land in central
washin8tcn as a donation from suncadia resort, and to develop the Fark's initial infrastructt re thanks to
a $3.5m granl from the star,e'5 ?00$-07 capital budget, Sinre openlng in 3010, the Park has ndded a 4th
competition ar€na, 80 more p€rmanent stalls f4r a total of J'60 todaY, and built two cros5 corntry
cfutser and a comBetitive trail course. All these improvennents and rnany other inrportant arnenitle*
and equipment acquisitions have been rnade possible by si3nificant privat€ donatisns and volunte€rism-
as well as reinvestrnent of operating prsceeds, busine*s sponlorrhips and a eountv grant fgr bleachers'
The horse {ornffunity values and suppore the park, and is *ager for it t*r continue developrnent inio the
premier {ompetition facility in the Pacific Northw€sl. The Park has developed a reputation far quality
facilities and excellent footing {scnnetimes referred to as "ground" in westsrn disciplines} which is
critical for har:e safety and Berformance, ws now hold 40 evsnts during ths Aprll to october se{ssn'
*ttracting over 30,000 visitors, and host some of tlre largest and mpsr prestiSillus annual eYefits io the
state's English and Western disciplines,
Despite these lnnprusslye *cccrnpl$hrnents, th€ Park is unable to rnc€t tedafs merketplace
requirementr for protectlon lrom the r{eithcr rnd greater caBaclly, All of the Part's current faellities
are outdoors; the only shelter is a 30x30'tent far people and stalls for borses. When conditiong are wet,
participants and foatinB suffer, {For example, in 2016 rain in June caused many riders to eancel frorn one
of our largest shsws, and all three events booked far October cancelled due to weather.) Thlr hurfs thc
park's reputation afid r€venu€i, and strains our relationship with o.rganlzers, But equally, when
conditions get ex1rernal,/ sunnVlhot/windy, participant$, horses and cattle need protection, And finaily,
in todat's csmp€titiye environrnsnt, rcany trainers and sltsw organilers dernand a controlled
atmo$phere * free of Orrldoor distractions - to ensure a focused, p$$ltive experlence fsr their riders.
Why shcutd the gtatp rupport this projecl witft a $am approprlation at this tim€? t he Park currently
U€nerates abeut $3rn in erensmic benefits each season, but we are unable'lo inerease that amount
withour grorxing our current biggest shows and adding rnore large multi-day evenls. rhe latter cdtegery
is generally eontrclled by experi*nced crganirers who wi{l nol try a n€w venue unless tfiey {an rnarQge
risks such as weather irnpacts. We believe this $?m investfilent will errable Js to bulld a high quaiity
csvered arena, and add anothet $3rn of annu*i econornic irnpact in 5 years, which will repeat each year
ln addition, ihis proipct will provide su:tainabfe cp*rating rav€nue$ for the Farlc" and belter -c€rve the
State's large and dlverse horse sornmunlty wl"rich ls our mission'
We believe the f,orse Park has proven its val*e and ability ta 5u$tai'l itself. Sut in order to thrive. we
need the covered arena. We strongly request and $rg€ ysu tg fund this important prnieet, and are ve;'y
gr3t€f{Jl fw support froni lhe $tate for this ve ry rtnlque public"private partnership.
Sincerely,
reslie M. Thurston
Execulive Oirectpr, on behalf of the Authsrity Seard