HomeMy WebLinkAboutSH22-036 BOATING SAFETY 2023 ILA - Agenda Staff ReportKITTITAS COUNTY
SHERIFF’S OFFICE
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
AGENDA DATE: January 3, 2023
ACTION REQUESTED: Request to Approve a Resolution authorizing execution of an
Intergovernmental (Interlocal) Agreement with WA State Parks and Recreation
Commission and Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office to enhance the performance of boating
safety and education services in our county.
BACKGROUND: THE PURPOSE OF THIS AGREEMENT is to establish a
cooperative framework between STATE PARKS and the AGENCY to enhance the
performance of boating safety and education services in the state per RCW 88.02650 and
WAC 352-65.010. The goal is to reduce the number and severity of recreational boating
casualties of all types associated with recreational boating and ensure a safe and
enjoyable boating environment for all users. In exchange for vessel registration fees,
transmitted to the AGENCY by the Washington State Treasurer, AGENCY shall furnish
the necessary personnel, equipment, material, and services and otherwise do all things
necessary for, or incidental to, the performance of marine law enforcement and other
duties as defined in Chapter 79A.60 RCW- REGULATION OF RECREATIONAL
VESSELS.
INTERACTION: The Kittitas County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office has reviewed and
approved this Intergovernmental (Interlocal) Agreement.
RECOMMENDATION: Request to Approve a Resolution authorizing execution of an
Intergovernmental (Interlocal) Agreement with WA State Parks and Recreation
Commission and Kittitas County Sheriff’s Office to enhance the performance of boating
safety and education services in our county.
HANDLING: Please return 1 signed original to KCSO.
LEAD STAFF: Command Staff