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Executive Committee Meeting
Fort Worden Public Development Authority
Seminar Building 297, Fort Worden
Tuesday, May 14, 2019 | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Public Meeting Agenda:
I. Call to Order
II. Review of draft May 22, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda
III. Review Cash Flow Report
IV. Review and Approval of:
• April 16, 2019 Executive Committee Minutes
V. Staff Update and Board Discussion
• State Parks Capital Budget
• Makers Square: Bid Process & RFP
• Glamping update
• Events update
• Building 277
• Branding Process
• Fort Worden Foundation Development Director
o Lane DeCamp
VI. Public Comment
VII. Adjourn
VIII. Executive Session to review personnel matters and lease terms and conditions in accordance with
RCW 42.30.140 (4) and RCW 42.30.110 (c), respectively.
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AGENDA
Board of Directors Meeting
Fort Worden Public Development Authority (FWPDA)
Wednesday, May 22, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Commons Building 210, Room B, Fort Worden
Regular Board Meeting
I. Call to Order
II. Roll Call & Staff Introductions
❖ Donald Cobb Jr, Executive Chef
❖ John Coltharp, Catering Manager
III. Partner Presentation: Port Townsend Pétanque Alliance
IV. Changes to the Agenda
V. Public Comment
VI. Correspondence
❖ Partners Report
❖ April 16, 2019 Executive Committee Minutes
❖ Cash Flow Report
❖ April 24, 2019 email from David Thielk to Board of Directors
VII. Consent Agenda
A . Review and Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes, April 24, 2019
Action: Motion to approve April 24, 2019 Board Meeting Minutes
VIII. Review and Discussion of Financials
A. Staff Report
B. Board Discussion
IX. Makers Square Construction Contract Award
A. Staff Report
B. Board Discussion
Action: Move to approve Resolution 19-10 authorizing Board Chair to execute a
construction contract with ______ construction, the approved lowest responsive,
responsible bidder, for the Makers Square project.
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X. Staff Report
A. Marketing and Sales Report
B. Summer Events Update
XI. Public Comment
XII. Next Meetings
❖ Executive Committee Meeting, June 18, 2019, 9 a.m.
❖ Board of Directors Meeting June 26, 2019, 9 a.m.
XIII. Executive Session to review personnel matters and lease terms and conditions in accordance with
RCW 42.30.140 (4) and RCW 42.30.110 (c), respectively.
XIV. Adjourn
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5/14/2019
Monthly Cash Flow Projection
Hospitality Services
April May June July TOTAL
1. CASH ON HAND70,000 175,286 21,286 119,286
2. CASH RECEIPTS
Lodging & Services 387,500 510,000 615,000 650,000 2,162,500
(Main Account (Payment- Owed) 0 0 0 0 -
Leases 12,000 8,000 8,000 8,000 36,000
From Advance Deposits 0 0 0 -
Loan or Other Cash Injection 167,000 0 0 0 167,000
Grants 25,000 25,000
3. TOTAL CASH RECEIPTS566,500 518,000 648,000 658,000 2,390,500
4. TOTAL CASH AVAILABLE636,500 693,286 669,286 777,286 2,776,358
5. CASH PAID OUT
Personnel and Payroll Expenses 291,214 320,000 330,000 360,000 1,301,214
General Operating 170,000 185,000 220,000 301,254 876,254
Furniture-Fixtures-Vehicles 0
Leasehold Improvements
Fund/Account Repayment 167,000 167,000
Subtotal 461,214 672,000 550,000 661,254 2,344,468
Loan Principal Payment
6. TOTAL CASH PAID OUT461,214 672,000 550,000 661,254 2,344,468
7. CASH POSITION175,286 21,286 119,286 116,032
Difference from previous report 6,916 (137,084) 916
Projected
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Previous Month Report
Monthly Cash Flow Projection
Hospitality Services
March April May June TOTAL
1. CASH ON HAND154,482 51,584 168,370 158,370
2. CASH RECEIPTS
Lodging & Services 382,203 410,000 475,000 492,000 1,759,203
(Main Account (Payment- Owed) 0 0 0 0 0
Leases 4,000 18,000 8,000 8,000 38,000
From Advance Deposits 0 0 0
Loan or Other Cash Injection 100,000 150,000 0 0 250,000
Grants 0 25,000 25,000
3. TOTAL CASH RECEIPTS486,203 578,000 508,000 500,000 2,072,203
4. TOTAL CASH AVAILABLE640,685 629,584 676,370 658,370 2,605,010
5. CASH PAID OUT
Personnel and Payroll Expenses 437,219 291,214 320,000 330,000 1,378,433
General Operating 151,882 170,000 198,000 210,000 729,882
Furniture-Fixtures-Vehicles 0
Leasehold Improvements
Fund/Account Repayment 0
Subtotal 589,101 461,214 518,000 540,000 2,108,315
Loan Principal Payment
6. TOTAL CASH PAID OUT589,101 461,214 518,000 540,000 2,108,315
7. CASH POSITION51,584 168,370 158,370 118,370
Projected
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Minutes
Executive Committee Meeting
Fort Worden Public Development Authority (FWPDA)
Tuesday, April 16, 2019 | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Seminar Building 297, Fort Worden
All Executive Committee minutes are draft until approved by the Committee
❖ Motion to approve March 19, 2019 Executive Committee Minutes: Unanimously Approved
Regular Executive Committee Meeting:
I. Call to Order: 9:00 a.m.
II. Roll Call
Committee Members: Gee Heckscher, Jeff Jackson (by phone), Jane Kilburn, Norm Tonina
Staff: Dave Robison, Rufina Garay, Diane Moody, Karolina Anderson, Joan Rutkowski
Public: David Goldman, David Beckman
III. Changes to the Agenda
Review of personnel issues removed from Executive Session – review of lease terms and pricing
remain.
IV. Review of Draft April 24, 2019 Board Meeting Agenda
Staff and the Committee reviewed the draft board agenda and added a Food and Beverage update
under staff report.
V. Review of March Cash Flow Report
Diane Moody reviewed the March Cash Flow report (see packet) and noted that less funds are being
drawn down on the line of credit than expected. Moody noted that emergency repairs resulted in
higher than expected operating expenses. Moody reported that she’s asked directors to only make
essential purchases. Staff and the Committee discussed advance deposits and policy ratios.
VI. Review and Approval of March 19, 2019 Executive Committee Minutes
Unanimously Approved
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VII. Staff Update & Committee Discussion
• Summer Event Schedule
Robison discussed proposed summer event schedule and stated that he is seeking $30,000 in
corporate sponsorships for the 4th of July Event. Robison noted that the FWPDA goal is to
break even. Staff and the Committee discussed the talent list for 4th of July and the upcoming
Thing! Festival produced by Seattle Theater Group (STG) on August 24 and 25. Robison
stated that STG is committed to hiring locally (i.e. Thunderbull Productions, Centrum
production interns, etc.). Staff and the Committee discussed performance venues across
property, the transportation plan and various ways that STG has engaged partner
participation. Staff and the committee discussed parking, transportation, lodging, noise
mitigation, and security. Discussion also included the importance of developing an
Emergency Response Plan for the FWPDA. Robison stated that STG will contract directly
with the police department and bring in their own security. Robison discussed a presentation
that he and Josh LaBelle (STG) made to the Washington Heritage Caucus.
• Makers Square Update
David Beckman reported that a non-mandatory pre-bid walk through has occurred that
included three interested general contractors. Staff and the Committee discussed the bid
process and timeline. Staff and the Committee discussed the need for a Makers Square
operations plan and RFP process. Staff agreed to update the Committee on the progress of the
operation plan, and noted that we will further discuss the RFP process in the May Executive
Committee. Staff and Committee members discussed the fact that we have yet to work out
the relationship between the Foundation and the PDA in terms of who will operate the
facility. It will be decided by year’s end, but no process for that decision was discussed.
• 2019 Year In Review
Staff and the Committee discussed the Annual Report presentation Robison and Moody made
to the City Council. Robison discussed the perception that costs have increased at Fort
Worden – noted that lodging and meeting rooms have increased over the past five years but
that they are in line with other comparable, local properties. Staff and the Committee
discussed partner rates, earn-backs and the appraisal conducted by State Parks in 2010/2011.
Robison noted that discussions have begun with State Parks regarding the revenue sharing
with WSP in year 7.
• Glamping
Robison reported that two bids have been received (approximately two thousand dollars
apart). Staff and the Committee discussed the bid process, the project timeline and strategies
for moving forward. Committee and staff discussed Kitsap Bank bond financing, timeline,
expanding project scope and loan terms.
• 2019 Operating Budget
Staff and the Committee reviewed proposed revisions to the 2019 operating budget and
discussed reallocating facilities and maintenance staff to the glamping project and energy
efficiency projects. Staff and the Committee discussed staffing costs, maintenance costs and
staffing changes. Heckscher recommended that staff summarize operating budget changes at
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the Board Meeting. Staff and the committee discussed leveraging accommodations to
increase revenues.
• Neighborhood Advisory Committee
Staff and the Committee discussed the Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC)
application process, public meeting requirements and next steps. All eight NAC applicants
will be recommended to the full board. Robison discussed the transportation planning process
with the City and diverting staff and park users from Cherry Street to Redwood Street.
VIII. Public Comment
Goldman stated that current revenue shortfalls provide incentive to move as quickly as possible to
raise additional funds through the Fort Worden Foundation. Goldman noted that additional capital
reserves could be tapped instead of possibly maxing out the line of credit.
Robison agreed and stated that the primary role of Fort Worden Foundation is to pursue large gifts
(six figures and above).
IX. Adjourned: 10:26 a.m.
X. Executive Session to review lease terms and pricing in accordance with RCW 42.30.110 (c).
The Executive Committee entered an Executive Session to review lease terms and conditions.
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From: Rowe, Owen (PARKS) [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Friday, May 3, 2019 2:27 PM To: Rowe, Owen (PARKS) <[email protected]> Subject: State Parks 2019 Legislative Wrap-Up Dear State Parks’ Stakeholders, I wanted to take a few moments this Friday afternoon to update everyone on the outcomes from the 2019 Legislative Session. Thank you very much for your interest and support.
State Parks’ Legislative Session Wrap-Up The legislature adjourned Sine Die last Sunday finishing their work within minutes of midnight. It’s been several biennia since budgets have been completed within the 105-day regular session, and I’m pleased to report that the final legislative operating and capital budgets are quite favorable for State Parks. Competition for general tax support was as high as ever this session, and while State Parks received significantly fewer resources than the Commission’s request and the Governor’s proposal, the legislature did provide the park system a stable operating budget for the 2019-21 biennium. In addition, the capital budget provides significant resources for priority construction projects that will benefit park users around the state. Operating budget highlights: The $10 million in general tax support that has been provided as one-time over the past four biennia was finally made ongoing. This funding provides some certainty in ongoing operations and will allow us to hire current levels of seasonal park staff to meet visitor needs during peak season. This is a huge step in the right direction and should allow the park system to continue making progress in meeting the needs of a growing population in future budgets. Also of note, State Parks was provided $2 million to replace outdated equipment, $1.5 million to hire additional maintenance and construction staff, and $300,000 for customer service at the parks. The No Child Left Inside Program was funded at $1.5 million for capacity grants to organizations that introduce kids to outdoor recreation opportunities across the state. Finally, our Boating Safety Program was provided $150,000 to update boater educational materials and provide marine law enforcement training on Southern Resident Killer Whale protection. This funding supports Senator Lovelett’s SSB 5918 (Providing whale watching guidelines in the Boating Safety Education Program). Capital budget highlights: The 2019-21 capital budget is significant, at more than $100 million; including:
• New projects at $50.9 million
o New project highlights
▪ Nisqually State Park (Phase I)- New full-service park. First major new park since
Cama Beach in 2008
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▪ Willapa Hills Trail- Pedestrian overpass over State Route 6
▪ Major road improvements at Steptoe Butte
▪ $31 million Capital Preservation Pool (see attached “State Parks 2019-21 Capital
Budget Final Comm Vers” for list of eligible projects)
• Re-appropriations on specific projects at $31.8 million
• Dedicated account spending authority at $9.7 million
• $11.2 million in WWRP grants in the State Parks category (based on total funding level of $85
million see attached “2019-21 RCO WWRP- Agency vs Conference” for details)
This legislature piloted a new capital program in State Parks by providing a Capital Preservation Pool of $31 million that authorizes spending on a list of projects. The “pool” concept gives us flexibility so that we can economize as well as address unexpected cost over-runs on individual projects. This approach will allow us to move funding to the highest-priority, shovel-ready projects. State Parks is required to report to the Governor and legislature the list of projects we plan to fund, their funding levels, and project schedules, by January 2020. I also want to thank the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation, The Department of Natural Resources, and the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation, the Palouse to Cascades Trail Coalition, the Governor’s Office, state legislators, and many more for your support of the Beverly Bridge rehabilitation. This project will provide a safe crossing over the Columbia River south of Vantage for Palouse to Cascades Trail users. Please take a few moments to view a short video from the Washington Trust for Historic Preservation on this amazing project. Link provided below. https://youtu.be/PdVcsMVKiJ8 For additional details on the capital budget projects and final WWRP list please see attachments. Finally, the Transportation Budget provided an additional $200,000, bringing our funding level to almost $1.2 million per biennia to maintain the over 440 plus miles of road lanes for which we are responsible. Significant bills that passed the legislature: SHB 1436 (Concerning snow bikes)- by Representative Mosbrucker. This legislation allows motorcycles to be concurrently registered as a motorcycle and as a snow bike. Snow bikes are motorcycles that are converted to snow machines by adding a ski to the front forks and a revolving track to the rear transmission. These machines are growing in popularity and are using groomed winter recreation trails on public lands. This legislation requires snow bikes to register as snowmobiles when using Sno-Parks so that they contribute to the Winter Recreation Program’s budget to maintain groomed trails on public lands throughout the state. (Awaiting Governor’s signature) HB 1449 (State Public Lands Day)- by Representative Peterson. This legislation recognizes the fourth Saturday of September as “Public Lands Day”. This day is already nationally recognized, but it’s great to have legislative interest in state recognition of the importance of our public lands. Over the past several years Director Hoch has identified this day as one of the twelve “free days” at State Parks and I expect that tradition will continue. (Signed into law by the Governor) SHB 1953 (Reducing the amount of permits required for recreation at a Sno-Park)- by Representative Corry. Under current law, Sno-Park users that purchase a daily Sno-Park permit are also required to
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display a Discover Pass. The need for two passes is confusing and causes frustration for Sno-Park users. This bill clarifies that a valid daily or seasonal Sno-Park Permit is all that is needed to recreate at a Sno-Park. (Signed into law by the Governor) SSB 5918 (Providing whale watching guidelines in the boating safety education program)- by Senator Lovelett. This legislation directs the State Parks Boating Safety Program to develop educational materials about whale watching guidelines and voluntary and regulatory measures that boaters should follow to protect the Southern Resident Killer Whales. The Boating Safety Program plans on adding questions to the state’s mandatory boater education curriculum, developing printed materials for recreational boaters, and expanding training for marine law enforcement divisions on state laws and federal regulations related to whale watching. (Awaiting the Governor’s signature) ============================================== In closing I want to provide a special thanks to all of you and our amazing Friends’ Groups for your support during legislative session. State Parks can’t be successful without you!! Yours in service to our truly remarkable State Park system. Sincerely, Owen
Owen Rowe, Policy and Governmental Affairs Director
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
PO Box 42650 ~ 1111 Israel Road SW
Olympia, WA 98504-2650
Office: (360) 902-8504
Mobile: (360) 701-5326
http://parks.state.wa.us/
Email communications with state employees are public records and may be subject to disclosure, pursuant to Ch. 42.56 RCW.
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State Parks ProjectsAmount
RequestedFinal
Budget
1 A Inholdings and Adjacent Properties 1,000,000 1,000,000 2 A Moran State Park Wilcox Property 1,226,800 1,227,000 3 D Dosewallips River Campsite Relocation 1,513,892 1,514,000 4 D Palouse to Cascades Connection Malden and Rosalia 1,741,699 1,742,000 5 D Kopachuck Beach Area Improvements 1,236,000 1,236,000 6 D Palouse to Cascade Tekoa Trestle Deck and Rails* 1,633,119 1,014,000 7 D Willapa Hills Trail Develop 6 Mi Raymond to Menlo 1,994,000 Alternate8 D North Head Lighthouse Access Improvements 429,440 Alternate9 A Spring Bay Property Obstruction Pass State Park 1,899,475 1,899,000
10 A Mount Spokane Day Mountain Inholding 698,705 699,000 11 A Flaming Geyser Nelson Property* 914,000 681,000 12 A Green River Gorge Butt Property 873,000 Alternate13 A Miller Peninsula Jones Trust Acquisition 1,041,898 Alternate14 A Youngren Property Moran State Park 474,000 Alternate15 D Lake Wenatchee Pedestrian Bridge 3,092,000 Alternate16 D Haley Property Initial Park Development 1,517,055 Alternate17 A Willapa Hills Trail Marwood Farms 744,102 Alternate
Total 22,029,185 11,012,000
Amount Requested
Final Budget
R Ragged Ridge Restoration 207,033 207,000 R Saint Edward State Park Restoration 294,300 AlternateD Columbia Plateau Trail Martin Road to Lamont 1,133,000 -
D Palouse to Cascade Ellensburg to Renslow Surfacing 1,609,680 AlternateD Willapa Hills Trails Improvements 635,120 -
Total 3,879,133 207,000
WWRP Total 25,908,318 11,219,000
D = Development A= Acquisition R = Restoration* Partial funding due to overall available dollars.
State Lands Restoration and Enhancement
Trails
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission2019-21 Capital Budget Request - RCO Grants - New Projects
WA State Recreation and Conservation Grants - FinalApril 27, 2019
Grant Priority
Other WWRP Projects
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New Projects - Funded - Line Item AppropriatedAgency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
22 Willapa Hills Trail - Trail Develop Safe Multi-Use Trail at SR 6 4,961,000 4,961,000 4,961,00024 Statewide - Fish Barrier Removal (Lawsuit Related) 1,605,000 1,605,000 1,605,00027 Schafer - Relocate Campground 4,024,000 4,024,000 4,024,00042 Minor Works - Preservation 9,154,000 4,447,000 4,447,000
Blake Island - Lift Station Controls and Overflow Tanks 847,000 Columbia Plateau Trail - Fish Lake to Cheney Drainage and Trail Repairs 884,000 Fort Worden - Replace Upper Campground Comfort Station 652,000 Ginkgo - Interpretive Center Renovation 998,000 Ike Kinswa - South Loop and Main Loop Sewage Treatment Systems 920,000 Lake Easton - Bridge Renovation 738,000 Lewis and Clark Trail - Lewis and Clark Trail Comfort Station Renovate-Improve Drainage 401,000 Palouse to Cascades Trail - Kittitas Depot Historic Preservation 824,000 Seaquest - Mount St. Helens Visitor Center Interpretive Displays 994,000 Statewide - Depression Era Structures Restoration 2019-21 995,000 Statewide - Depression-Era Interpretation - 2019-21 401,000 Statewide - Forest Health Enhancement - Wildfire Risk Reduction - 2019-21 500,000
55 Statewide - Electric Vehicle Charging Stations 200,000 200,000 200,00063 Moran - Major Park Renovation 294,000 294,000 294,00064 Nisqually - New Full Service Park 2,994,000 2,994,000 2,994,000NA Steamboat Rock - Build Dunes Campground (From Supplemental [$772,000]) 0 666,000 666,000NA St. Edward Environmental Education and Research Center 0 0 750,000
Subtotal - New Projects (State Construction Account) 23,232,000 19,191,000 19,941,000
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TBD TBD
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New Projects - Funded - Capital Preservation PoolAgency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
NA State Parks Capital Presevation Pool 0 0 31,000,00021 Fort Flagler - WW1 Historic Facilities Preservation 1,846,000 1,200,00023 Kopachuck - Day Use Development 1,698,000 1,698,00025 Steptoe Butte - Road Improvements Phase 2 5,207,000 5,207,00026 Fort Worden - Replace Failing Waterlines 1,893,000 450,00028 Fort Simcoe - Historic Officers Quarters Renovation 804,000 804,00029 Palouse Falls - Day Use Area Renovation 1,318,000 1,318,00030 Sun Lakes - Dry Falls - Campground Renovation 200,000 200,00039 Birch Bay - Replace Failing Bridge 2,464,000 2,464,00040 Lyons Ferry - Campground Reestablishment 3,213,000 3,213,00041 Statewide - Facilities and Infrastructures Backlog Reduction - 2019-21 7,000,000 4,000,00043 Deception Pass - Bowman Bay Pier Replacement 2,139,000 2,130,00044 Cape Disappointment - Welcome Center and Entrance Improvements 3,529,000 3,529,000 Not Funded46 Cape Disappointment - North Head Lighthouse Area Buildings and Grounds 2,438,000 1,400,00047 Pearrygin Lake - Consolidated Park Access 2,406,000 2,406,00048 Fort Casey - Lighthouse Historic Preservation 1,658,000 1,658,00049 Fort Worden - Historic Building Roof Replacements 1,953,000 1,946,00050 Fort Worden - Housing Areas Exterior Improvements 1,458,000 700,00051 Statewide - Code/Regulatory Compliance 2019-21 1,201,000 1,201,00052 Statewide - ADA Compliance 2019-21 2,000,000 2,000,00054 Statewide - Marine Facilities Rehabilitation 995,000 995,00059 Sun Lakes - Dry Falls - Visitors Center Renovation 643,000 643,00061 Blake Island - Marine Facilities Improvements 325,000 325,000 Not Funded
Subtotal - New Projects (State Construction Account) 46,388,000 39,487,000 31,000,000
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New Projects - Not FundedAgency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
20 Sequim Bay - Addressing Failing Retaining Wall (Funded through RCO BFP Grant) 100,000 0 045 Goldendale - Observatory Rooftop Access and Observation Gallery 1,612,000 0 053 Statewide - Event Infrastructure 249,000 0 056 Statewide - Coast Defense Interpretation 399,000 0 057 Statewide - Recreation Concession Area (RCA) Infrastructure Support 150,000 0 058 Riverside - Spokane House IC- Exhibit Renovation: Interpretive Scope: 1,092,000 0 060 Lake Sammamish - Sunset Beach Parking, Circulation and Esplanade 4,937,000 0 062 Fort Flagler - Parkwide Renovation 2,045,000 0 065 Federation Forest - Remodel Interpretive Center 1,590,000 0 066 Wallace Falls - Parking Area Expansion and Water System Improvement 534,000 0 067 Millersylvania - Replace Original 1940's Water System 316,000 0 068 Ocean City - Entrance Road Renovation 329,000 0 069 Manchester - Sustainable Shoreline Project 374,000 0 070 Ginkgo - Petrified Forest Trailside Museum Accessibility, Preservation and Interpretation 1,300,000 0 071 Lake Chelan - Replace Non-Compliant Comfort Station & Drainfield 1,270,000 0 072 Riverside - Lake Spokane Campground Upgrade 1,454,000 0 073 Twanoh - Major Park Renovation 319,000 0 074 Pearrygin Lake - Pearrygin Creek Channel Stabilization 166,000 0 075 Deception Pass - Bowman Bay Water System Replacement 489,000 0 076 Cape Disappointment - Replace Non-Compliant Comfort Stations 1,540,000 0 077 Larrabee - Water Distribution System Rehabilitation 409,000 0 078 Millersylvania - Welcome Center Relocation, Park Interpretive and Circ. Improvements 248,000 0 079 Flaming Geyser - Infrastructure Replacement 2,355,000 0 080 Fort Worden - Historic Preservation of Old Hospital Building 298 397,000 0 081 Mount Spokane - Road Improvements, Stage 3 Linders to Snowblaze 500,000 0 082 Rockport - Day Use Renovation 337,000 0 083 Lime Kiln Point - Amphitheater Development 1,050,000 0 084 Anderson Lake - Trail Development and Trailhead 496,000 0 0
Subtotal - New Projects (State Construction Account) 26,057,000 0 0
Total - New Projects (State Construction Account) 95,677,000 58,678,000 50,941,000
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Reappropriated ProjectsAgency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
1 Statewide - Marine Facilities Various Location Moorage Float Replacement 100,000 110,000 111,0002 Statewide - Comfort Station Pilot Project 1,000,000 1,063,000 1,063,0003 Penrose Point - Sewer Improvements 200,000 319,000 320,0004 Lake Chelan - Moorage Dock Pile Replacement 1,446,000 1,596,000 1,596,0005 Moran - Summit Learning Center - Interp. Facility 850,000 903,000 903,0006 Lake Sammamish - Sunset Beach Picnic Area 2,500,000 2,615,000 2,615,000- Lake Sammamish - Dock Grant Match 0 959,000 959,0007 Dash Point - Replace Bridge (Pedestrian) 500,000 471,000 468,0008 Cape Disappointment - North Head Buildings and Grounds Repairs and Improvements 400,000 443,000 469,0009 Fields Spring - Replace Failed Sewage System and Non-ADA Compliant Comfort Station 500,000 1,137,000 1,123,000
10 Steamboat Rock - Build Dunes Campground 2,400,000 2,433,000 2,437,00011 Fort Worden - Replace Failing Sewer Lines 1,500,000 1,280,000 1,493,00012 Sun Lakes - Dry Falls - Upgrade Failing Water Supply Systems 642,300 701,000 644,00013 Mount Spokane - Maintenance Facility Relocation from Harms Way 1,400,000 1,921,000 1,921,00014 Goldendale - Observatory Expansion Phase 4 500,000 549,000 551,00015 Statewide - Depression Era Structures Restoration 175,000 183,000 186,00016 Statewide - ADA Compliance 200,000 217,000 467,000- Minor Works – Program 0 0 105,000
Battleground Lake - ADA Dock 0 0 105,000
17 Minor Works – Health and Safety 200,000 211,000 402,000 Statewide - Code/Regulatory Compliance 200,000 211,000 380,000
18 Minor Works – Facilities and Infrastructure 1,300,000 1,421,000 1,981,000 Illahee - Replace Failing Drainfield 400,000 437,231 400,000 Blake Island - Replace Main Lift Station 0 0 250,000 Schafer - Renovate Historic Structures 200,000 218,615 200,000 Statewide - Historic Window Rehabilitation 200,000 218,615 200,000 Statewide - Provide Event Infrastructure 500,000 546,538 800,000
19 Minor Works – Program 592,300 633,000 646,000 Fort Casey - ADA Improvements Battery Worth 300,000 320,615 300,000 Pearrygin Lake - Contact Station 212,300 226,888 220,000
Statewide - Ice Age Floods Interpretive Exhibits 80,000 85,497 80,000
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Reappropriated Projects - ContinuedAgency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
20 Sequim Bay - Addressing Failing Retaining Wall 715,000 739,000 735,00021 Fort Flagler - WW1 Historic Facilities Preservation 1,500,000 1,614,000 1,091,00022 Willapa Hills Trail - Trail Develop Safe Multi-Use Trail at SR 6 100,000 25,000 25,00023 Kopachuck - Day Use Development 3,500,000 4,291,000 5,190,00024 Statewide - Fish Barrier Removal (Lawsuit Related) 50,000 53,000 53,00025 Steptoe Butte - Road Improvements Phase 2 400,000 437,000 466,00026 Fort Worden - Replace Failing Waterlines 150,000 214,000 214,00027 Schafer - Relocate Campground 400,000 429,000 433,00028 Fort Simcoe - Historic Officers Quarters Renovation 185,000 241,000 292,00029 Palouse Falls - Day Use Area Renovation 175,000 202,000 220,00030 Sun Lakes - Dry Falls - Campground Renovation 300,000 342,000 342,00035 Fort Worden - Pier and Marine Learning Center Improve or Replace 600,000 613,000 613,00036 Beacon Rock - Entrance Road Realignment 100,000 160,000 215,00037 Statewide - New Park 150,000 160,000 267,00038 Twin Harbors - Relocate Campground 150,000 161,000 267,00053 Birch Bay - Replace Failing Bridge 0 0 100,000- Statewide Water System Renovation 0 0 264,000- Statewide Septic System Renovation 0 0 65,000- Statewide Electrical System Renovation 0 0 462,000
Total - Reappropriated Projects (State Construction Account) 24,880,600 28,846,000 31,774,000
Total - All Projects (State Construction Account) 120,557,600 87,524,000 82,715,000
2019-21 Capital Budget and 2019 Capital Supplemental Budget - FinalApril 27, 2019
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
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Agency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
31 Statewide - Clean Vessel Boating Pump-Out Grants 2,600,000 2,600,000 2,600,00032 Statewide - Local Grant Authority 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,00033 Statewide - Federal Grant Authority 750,000 750,000 750,000
Subtotal 5,350,000 5,350,000 5,350,00034 Statewide - Parkland Acquisition 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000
Total - New Grants and Spending Authority 7,350,000 7,350,000 7,350,000
Agency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
31 Statewide - Clean Vessel Boating Pump-Out Grants 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,00032 Statewide - Local Grant Authority 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,00033 Statewide - Federal Grant Authority 350,000 350,000 350,000
Total - Reappropriated Grants and Spending Authority 2,350,000 2,350,000 2,350,000
Total All New Appropriations 103,027,000 66,028,000 58,291,000 Total All Reappropriations 27,230,600 31,196,000 34,124,000
Total - All New Appropriations and Reappropriations 130,257,600 97,224,000 92,415,000
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission2019-21 Capital Budget and 2019 Capital Supplemental Budget - Final
April 27, 2019
New Grants and Spending Authority
Reappropriated Grants and Spending Authority
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Other New Agency ProjectsRCO WWRP State Parks Category Grants
Project TitleAmount
RequestedGovernor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
Inholdings and Adjacent Properties A 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000Moran State Park Wilcox Property A 1,226,800 1,226,800 1,227,000Dosewallips River Campsite Relocation D 1,513,892 1,513,892 1,514,000Palouse to Cascades Connection Malden and Rosalia D 1,741,699 1,741,699 1,742,000Kopachuck Beach Area Improvements D 1,236,000 1,236,000 1,236,000Palouse to Cascade Tekoa Trestle Deck and Rails D 1,633,119 1,633,119 1,014,000Willapa Hills Trail Develop 6 Mi Raymond to Menlo D 1,994,000 1,324,185 AlternateNorth Head Lighthouse Access Improvements D 429,440 Alternate AlternateSpring Bay Property Obstruction Pass State Park A 1,899,475 1,899,475 1,899,000Mount Spokane Day Mountain Inholding A 698,705 698,705 699,000Flaming Geyser Nelson Property A 914,000 914,000 681,000Green River Gorge Butt Property A 873,000 873,000 AlternateMiller Peninsula Jones Trust Acquisition A 1,041,898 836,915 AlternateYoungren Property Moran State Park A 474,000 Alternate AlternateLake Wenatchee Pedestrian Bridge D 3,092,000 Alternate AlternateHaley Property Initial Park Development D 1,517,055 Alternate AlternateWillapa Hills Trail Marwood Farms A 744,102 Alternate Alternate Total - RCO WWRP State Parks Projects 22,029,185 14,897,790 11,012,000
Other WWRP ProjectsState Lands Restoration and Enhancement Category GrantsRagged Ridge Restoration R 207,033 207,033 207,033Saint Edward State Park Restoration R 294,300 Alternate AlternateColumbia Plateau Trail Martin Road to Lamont D 1,133,000 Alternate 0 Total - State Lands Restoration and Enhancement Category Grants 1,634,333 207,033 207,033
Trails Category GrantsPalouse to Cascade Ellensburg to Renslow Surfacing D 1,609,680 1,348,135 AlternateWillapa Hills Trails Improvements D 635,120 Alternate 0 Total - Trails Category Grants 2,244,800 1,348,135 0
Total - Other WWRP Projects 3,879,133 1,762,201 414,066
Total - WWRP Projects 25,908,318 16,659,991 11,426,066Legend - A = Acquisition, D = Development, R = Restoration
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Other New Projects and GrantsDepartment of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) Capital
Project Title AmountRehabilitation of Beverly Bridge 5,575,000General Fund 429,000057 State Building Construction Account 5,146,000
New Commerce GrantsProject Title Amount
2020 Local and Community ProjectsLake Sylvia State Park Pavilion (Montesano) $250,000Mt. Spokane State Park Ski Lift (Mead) $750,000
Palouse to Cascades Trail Facilitation $150,000
2019-21 Building for the Arts Grant ProgramRehabilitating Fort Worden's Historical Warehouse $712,000
Agency Priority Project Title
Agency Original
Governor Proposal
Final Budget (SHB 1102)
1 Steamboat Rock - Build Dunes Campground (Funded on New Projects list at $666,000) 772,000 0 02 Nisqually New Full Service Park - Predesign 150,000 150,000 0
Total - Supplemental Projects (State Construction Account) 922,000 150,000 0
2019 Supplemental
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Section of CB Ranked number CB Project Name Request Gov CB House CB Senate CB Final CB
Local and Communty projects n/a Infrastructure for economic development 750k 0 0 $675k $675
Building for the Arts 13/14 FW Foundation Makers Square 712k 712k 712k $712k $712
Heritage Grant 34/36 Sage FW PDA Arts and Education Center 560k 0 0 $560k $560k
State Parks list
11 Replace Failing Sewer Lines - reapprop 1.5 million 1.28 million 1.49 million 1.49 million 1.49 million (reapprop)
Statewide - ADA Compliance 217k reapprop, 2 million new 217k reapprop, 1 million new 467 reapprop 467 reapprop
20 Historic Window Rehabilitation - reapprop 200k 218k (minor works) 0 0 0
31 Replace Failing Waterlines
1.893 million new, 150k reapprop 450k ,214k Reapprop 450k, 214k reapprop project included in the
maintenance funding list
project included in the
maintenance funding list
45 Replace Upper Campground Comfort Station 652k 547k (minor works) 547k $547k $547k
61 Historic Building Roof Replacements
1.953 million 1.946 973k project included in the
maintenance funding list
project included in the
maintenance funding list
62 Housing Areas Exterior Improvements
1.458 million 700k 700K project included in the
maintenance funding list
project included in the
maintenance funding list
92 Historic Preservation of Old Hospital Building 298 397k 0 0
Pier & Marine Learning Center Improve or Replace $613k reapprop $613k reapprop $613k reapprop $613k reapprop
Statewide electric charging stations $200k $200k $200k $200k
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Base Bid - Building 305 and
adjacent site work
Jan 2019
EstimateBidder #1
Cumulative bid
amountBidder #2
Cumulative bid
amount
Building 305 $4,321,156.00
Site work, utilities & electrical$122,432.00
LEED Commissioning $80,000.00
Market Conditions $271,415.00
Sub-total $4,795,003.00 $5,973,009.00 $5,895,000.00
WSST @ 9% $431,550.27 $537,570.81 $530,550.00
Total $5,226,553.27 $6,510,579.81 $6,425,550.00
Alternate #1 - Building 308 &
324 and underground utilities
Building 308 $786,790.00
Building 324 $917,359.00
Site utilities $978,229.00
Market Conditions $160,943.00
Sub-total $2,843,321.00 $2,327,005.00 $1,975,000.00
WSST @ 9% $255,898.89 $209,430.45 $177,750.00
Total $3,099,219.89 $2,536,435.45 $9,047,015.26 $2,152,750.00 $8,578,300.00
Alternate #2 - KPTZ infill
Tenant improvements $584,885.00
Market Conditions $35,071.00
Sub-total $619,956.00 $702,453.00 $1,021,167.00
WSST @ 9% $55,796.04 $63,220.77 $91,905.03
Total $675,752.04 $765,673.77 $9,812,689.03 $1,113,072.03 $9,691,372.03
Alternate #3 - Makers Square
Site Improvements
Site improvements $1,057,181.00
Market Conditions $63,431.00
Sub-total $1,120,612.00 $1,273,496.00 $1,670,454.00
WSST @ 9% $100,855.08 $114,614.64 $150,340.86
Total $1,221,467.08 $1,388,110.64 $1,820,794.86
GRAND TOTAL $ 10,222,992.28 11,200,799.67 11,512,166.89
Shading indicates the
apparent low bidder base on
cumulative total of Alternate
Bid values
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Architect and Engineer Fees-CA 462,151$ contract amount left in CATesting and Inspections 25,000$
Project Administration 165,105$
Owner's Management Reserve 250,000$
Commissioning 20,000$
Financing and Title Fees 250,000$
Legal Fees 13,350$
Fundraising, Outreach, Staffing 200,000$
Subtotal 1,385,606$
Classroom, Studios, Exhibits 200,000$
IT, phone systems, Wi-Fi -$ included within bids
Subtotal 200,000$
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SOURCE OF FUNDS SECURED FUNDS PENDING FUNDS PROPOSED NOTES / Confidence Level
Fort Worden PDA
Capital Account - Makers Square $2,523,129
Fort Worden Foundation
Capital Account - Makers Square $1,200,000
Washington State
Building for the Arts (2017-19) $1,270,000 Bldg. 305
Heritage Capital Projects (2017-19) $727,500 Bldg. 308 & 324
Building for the Arts (2019-21) $712,000 Bldg. 308 & 324 I High
Heritage Capital Projects (2019-21) $560,000 Bldg. 305 I High
WA State Parks (Roofs Restoration) $745,000 Bldg. 305 & 308 I High
Local & Community Projects List $675,000 Makers Square I Medium
US Federal Government
Historic Tax Credits $1,700,000 Assumes all 3 bldgs constructed
NPS - Save America's Treasures $500,000 Fall 2019 Notification I Medium/Low
SUB TOTALS $7,420,629.00 $2,692,000.00 $500,000.00
Subtotal $10,112,629.00
Total $10,612,629.00
Makers Square Expenses To Date: $1,292,798.00
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Q: Why is Seattle Theater Group (STG) producing this event at Fort Worden?
A: STG’s mission aligns closely with the Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center vision. Both are
dedicated to enriching arts education, engaging diverse communities, and stewarding its historic
metropolitan theatres for the benefit of future generations.
STG manages and operates three historic theaters in Seattle (The Moore, est. 1907; The Neptune,
est. 1921; and The Paramount, est. 1928) and offers over 600 arts and musical performances
around the region annually.
STG and Centrum maintain a 10+ year partnership presenting DANCE This!, a weeklong
immersive workshop for high school students hosted at Fort Worden. STG saw an exciting
opportunity to host a creative, eclectic weekend of music, art, comedy, film, recreation and more
at Fort Worden.
The mainstage lineup for THING was announced on Monday, April 22, including more than 20
vibrant artists and performers carefully curated by Sasquatch! Festival Founder Adam Zacks.
STG is collaborating with Fort Worden’s 15 tenant partners and Jefferson County’s nonprofit
organizations to develop additional events and activities as part of THING’s diverse offerings.
Some examples include:
• Yoga and body movement with Madrona Mindbody Institute
• Guided walking tours of Artillery Hill with the Friends of Fort Worden
• More to be announced!
“Now that the programming for our main stages is set, we are continuing to curate and program
all other aspects of the event,” said Emily Krahn, Public Relations Manager for the Seattle
Theatre Group. “There will be additional artist announcements to come, so please stay tuned!”
Q: What is the role of the Fort Worden Public Development Authority (PDA) in this event?
A: STG is renting the 95-acre Lifelong Learning Center campus including select facilities such
as the Parade Grounds, the McCurdy Pavilion, the USO Hall, and the Wheeler Theater to serve
as performance venues and artist workspaces.
STG is responsible for all costs associated with producing the event including artist fees; event
staff; equipment set-up and operations; event marketing and promotion; additional portable
restrooms; additional signage; event parking and shuttle services; event security and public
safety in conjunction with the City of Port Townsend and Port Townsend Police Department.
The PDA’s role is to help STG coordinate and manage event logistics including but not limited
to: hospitality services e.g. overnight accommodations and facilities rentals, food and beverage
services, waste management and recycling services, on-site traffic and parking management.
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Q: Will the Fort be closed to the public during the event?
A. No. Fort Worden’s outdoor recreation areas are open to the public 365 days a year. Access to
Artillery Hill and the historic bunkers, the beach and shoreline, etc., will remains open from
dawn until dusk. Vehicles parked on the beach or at trailheads are required to display a valid
Discover Pass and these areas will be monitored by Washington State Parks.
In order to access the spaces and venues associated with THING, visitors will need to have
purchased a one-day or two-day admission and be wearing a valid event wristband.
Q. How many tickets will be sold?
A. STG anticipates a daily attendance of 5,000 guests over the two-day event. Comparatively,
the annual Wooden Boat Festival draws between 20,000 and 30,000 visitors over three days.
In support of THING as a family-friendly event and to encourage youth participation, STG has
offered all kids 13 and under free admission.
“It is important to STG that this event be accessible to families and young people throughout the
community,” said Emily Krahn, Public Relations Manager for the Seattle Theatre Group. “We
hope this ticket policy will help to get kids more involved and provide opportunities for them to
experience art and music in new and exciting ways.”
In 2018, more than 35% of the Modest Mouse concert (produced by STG) attendees were
residents of Jefferson and Clallam counties. STG intends for its newest effort to build on last
year’s success and expand its regional arts and culture offerings to the Olympic Peninsula.
Early ticket sales reflect a high-level of interest from local residents along with steady sales in
the Seattle-area indicating there will be a good mix of attendees from throughout the Puget
Sound region.
Q: How will traffic be coordinated so that visitors can get to Port Townsend and Fort
Worden without a huge traffic jam, but also navigate the surface streets at the Fort?
A: Seattle Theater Group and Fort Worden are working closely with the City of Port Townsend
and the Port Townsend Police Department to monitor traffic flow to and from the event and
mitigate the effect on surrounding neighborhoods and streets, and ensure pedestrian and cyclists
safety.
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Event parking at Fort Worden will be very limited. Locals are encouraged to walk, bike or take a
shuttle from designated parking areas to the Fort for the event. Parking outside of the Lifelong
Learning Center campus will require a Discover Pass. Event parking in the neighborhoods
adjacent to Fort Worden is prohibited and will be strictly enforced.
On-site event parking at Fort Worden is restricted to event staff, PDA staff, Admiral Society
members, and guests with a valid ADA license plate/placard. Off-site event parking areas will be
serviced by a THING Shuttle making frequent stops to transport guests to and from Fort Worden.
• Jefferson County Fairgrounds (4907 Landes Street) - $30 per day*
• Haines Street Park & Ride (440 12th Street) - Public parking. First-come, first-served.
• Blue Heron Middle School (3939 San Juan Avenue) - Public parking. First-come, first-served.
(Additional parking and shuttle areas may be added)
Q: Is Fort Worden equipped to handle this high-level of foot traffic and demand on
bathroom facilities?
A: Yes. Fort Worden State Park welcomes more than 2 million guests annually. The Fort
Worden Lifelong Learning Center spans 95 acres and includes 73 historic buildings, 450 guest
beds in 40 overnight accommodations, 80 campsites, four performing arts venues, four food and
beverage outlets, and 58,000+ sq. ft. of conference and meeting spaces.
The McCurdy Pavilion and Littlefield Green supported the Modest Mouse concert in August
2018, which welcomed just under 5,000 guests over two days. Add to that capacity the Parade
Grounds, which when utilized for the annual Fourth of July celebration welcomes more than
3,000 visitors in a single day, plus the 280-seat Wheeler Theater and other performances venues.
In addition to Fort Worden’s on-site restroom facilities additional portable restrooms and hand
washing stations will be placed in close proximity to all performances venues. This includes
ADA accessible restrooms.
Additional food vendors will also be staged in one or more outdoor “food court” areas to add to
the Fort’s on-site eatery options.
Q: There were some party poopers last summer who complained about the noise level of
the Modest Mouse concert. Are there any concerns about noise complaints for this much
larger event, and what is being done to mitigate such issues?
STG and Fort Worden learned a lot from last year’s Modest Mouse event. STG has taken great
care in the selection of bands that focus more on a varied music lineup to help mitigate any noise
impacts. Amplified music will begin at 1 pm and end at 10 pm each day of the event and be
closely monitored to manage an appropriate decibel level during performances.
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Q: What will the major star power of this fest mean for the Fort as far as becoming a
national destination?
A: STG’s THING will be an intimate and special event that brings together a creative tapestry of
regional and national musical acts, visual arts, dance, comedy, film, wellness, kids activities and
recreation in the magnificent historic setting of Fort Worden. THING has something for
everyone and every age. THING achieves in one weekend what Fort Worden seeks to be year-
round—a destination for creativity, inspiration and collaboration of all forms of art.
THING exposes a new and diverse audience to Fort Worden’s 15 nonprofit organizations and
creative businesses. Growing the reputation of existing Fort Worden program partners helps to
attract new, diverse audiences to the Lifelong Learning Center’s programming as well as new
arts, culture and education organizations capable of expanding upon existing programs and
events.
Continued development of experiential arts and culture programming at Fort Worden is the
mission of the PDA, and helps to ensure a sustainable, year-round economy that reinvests
revenues into the critical capital improvements and infrastructure maintenance projects
(including historic preservation) necessary to maintain Fort Worden as a National Historic
Landmark and public asset for another 100 years.
Q: Why is this event good for both the Fort and PT as a whole?
Port Townsend is one of only two cities in Washington to have a state park located within its
municipal boundaries, and benefits daily from the historical and cultural significance of these
public lands. Fort Worden has operated distinctly as both a state park and conference center for
over 45 years and helped to shape the city’s identity.
STG is committed to collaborating and hiring (whenever possible) local businesses to support
event production. THING will further promote Port Townsend as an “arts community” and
highlight the agrarian and culinary arts of Jefferson County to a diverse audience.
Sales tax and lodging tax revenues associated with the event will be reinvested into the Port
Townsend and Jefferson County communities.
Q: Anything else you would like to add?
Seattle Theater Group accepts letters of interest from artists and performances year-round at
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
THING presented by Seattle Theatre Group with Fort Worden
Saturday & Sunday, August 24 & 25, 2019
https://thingnw.org/
EVENT OVERVIEW
Synopsis
A new thing. A fun thing. An arts thing. A fresh multi-disciplinary event for music and arts
enthusiasts. THING will feature three primary stages including a decommissioned balloon hangar
(McCurdy Pavilion), the charming and intimate art-deco Wheeler Theater, and the Parade Grounds
overlooking Puget Sound.
“THING”
Derived from the medieval term “Ting” meaning “an assembly of free people to reduce
feuds and avoid social disorder.” THING will feature three primary stages including a
decommissioned balloon hangar (McCurdy Pavilion), the charming and intimate art-deco
Wheeler Theatre, and the Parade Grounds overlooking Puget Sound. Pack an open mind
and positive attitude for a weekend of eclectic programming in an epic natural setting.
Lineup
Violent Femmes, De La Soul, Café Tacvba, Calexico and Iron & Wine, Jeff Tweedy, Khruangbin,
Kurt Vile & The Violators, Mentalist Scott Silven, Tank and the Bangas, Parquet Courts,
Phosphorescent, Japanese Breakfast, Napoleon Dynamite Live!, Snail Mail, John Reilly & Friends,
Natasha Lyonne, Architects of Air's Luminarium, Bunny Ears podcast with Macaulay Culkin,
Fontaines D.C., Júníus Meyvant, Lindy West, Makaya McCraven, Todd Barry, Ryley Walker,
Bedouine, An Officer and a Gentleman Live Read, The Tobolowsky Files podcast with Stephen
Tobolowsky, Caspar Babypants, Too Beautiful To Live with Luke Burbank & Andrew Walsh,
Black Belt Eagle Scout, The Black Tones, Orville Peck, Claire Dederer, Dance Church with Kate
Wallich & Amateur Hour.
The mainstage lineup for THING was announced on Monday, April 22, including more than 20
vibrant artists and performers carefully curated by Sasquatch! Festival Founder Adam Zacks.
STG is collaborating with Fort Worden’s 15 tenant partners and Jefferson County’s nonprofit
organizations to develop additional events and activities as part of the event’s diverse offerings.
Some examples include:
• Yoga and body movement with Madrona Mindbody Institute
• Guided walking tours of Artillery Hill with the Friends of Fort Worden
• More to be announced
Artists interested in being considered for future opportunities with STG can email
Tickets
STG anticipates a daily attendance of 5,000 guests over the two-day event. Comparatively, the
annual Wooden Boat Festival draws between 20,000 and 30,000 visitors over three days.
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In support of THING as a family-friendly event and to encourage youth participation, STG has
offered all kids 13 and under free admission.
In 2018, more than 35% of the Modest Mouse concert attendees were residents of Jefferson and
Clallam counties. STG intends for its newest effort to build on last year’s success and expand its
regional arts and culture offerings to the Olympic Peninsula.
Tickets are on sale now. General Admission tickets are available, single day tickets are sold out,
but the two-day option is still available. Kids 13 and under get in for FREE! All sales final, no
refunds or exchanges.
Prices are dependent on date of purchase (not including applicable fees):
Tickets purchased April 26 - May 2 are $99.50 (one-day pass) / $189.50 (two-day pass).
Tickets purchased May 3 - August 17 are $109.50 (one-day pass) / $209.50 (two-day pass).
Tickets purchased August 18 - August 25 are $129.50 (one-day pass) / $249.50 (two-day
pass)
Save on fees and purchase tickets in person at any of the following locations:
Fort Worden Commons, Front Desk (200 Battery Way, Port Townsend), open 7am - 8pm.
Quimper Sound Records (1044 Water Street, Port Townsend), open Wednesday - Sunday,
11 am - 5 pm.
Velocity Coffee (431 Water Street, Port Townsend), open daily 6:30 am - 5 pm.
Paramount Theatre Box Office (911 Pine Street, Seattle), open Monday - Friday, 10 am – 6
pm.
For a premium experience, Admiral Society Club tickets are available for $525 and include a two-
day pass.
Hard tickets will be issued only. No mobile delivery. There will be a delivery delay on all tickets.
Guests can opt to just show their id at Will Call to receive their event wristband.
Box Office open Saturday & Sunday from 10 am – 10 pm.
Friday check-in will be available beginning at 2 pm.
Gates open 12 pm – 12 am.
Venue
The Fort Worden Lifelong Learning Center occupies a 95 acre “campus” at the heart of Fort
Worden State Park, a 434-acre National Historic Landmark on the scenic Olympic Peninsula in
Port Townsend, Washington. Fort Worden features 73 historic buildings, 450 guest beds in 40
overnight accommodations, 80 campsites, four performing arts venues, four food and beverage
outlets, and 58,000+ sq. ft. of conference and meeting spaces.
Home year-round to 15 nonprofit organizations and creative businesses, Fort Worden serves a
multiplicity of demographics with its vibrant catalogue of arts and culture, education,
environmental stewardship, historic interpretation and preservation, outdoor recreation, and
wellness programs. More than 2 million visitors from 15+ countries, all 50 United States, and 77%
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of the counties in Washington are welcomed annually—people of all ages, abilities, beliefs,
cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, education and income levels.
Overnight Accommodations
Fort Worden Historic Homes
http://fortworden.org/stay-here/reservations/
Jefferson County Fairgrounds (Tent & RV)
http://www.jeffcofairgrounds.com/campground
Port Townsend Accommodations
https://www.jeffcountychamber.org/list/ql/accommodations-26
Main Performances Venues:
Parade Grounds
McCurdy Pavilion
Wheeler Theater
On-site Eateries:
Cablehouse Beach Canteen
Reveille at the Commons
Taps at the Guardhouse
Additional food vendors will be setup near performances venues.
For more details, visit http://fortworden.org/eat-here/.
What Can People Bring & Not Bring to the Event
Bring These THINGS!
• Empty reusable water bottles – filling stations will be available on site
• One bag per person
• Small handheld cooler (no larger than 16” x 12”), food items (non-glass containers only)
• Blankets (maximum size 6’ x 8’)
• Reasonably-sized strollers
• In the event of rain, handheld umbrellas will be permitted - however, they must not obstruct the
view of others
• Low seat chairs welcome – under 24” H. Please note: there will be a chair-free zone located in
front of each stage
• Small baby beach cabanas
• Sunscreen
Don’t Bring These THINGS!
• NO Professional cameras w/ detachable lenses
• NO Harassment of any kind
• NO Alcohol
• NO Weapons of any kind – this includes box cutters, tools (including Leathermen), pepper spray,
mace or any item that could be used as a weapon
• NO Glass containers, cans, bottles or outside beverages
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• NO Large coolers or ice chests
• NO Chairs over 24” H
• NO Aerosol cans
• NO Animals or pets are allowed in any of Fort Worden’s venue spaces, common use buildings or
wristbanded event areas (except licensed service animals)
• NO Chains or studded bracelets
• NO Illegal drugs
• NO Laser pens / pointers
• NO Pamphlets, handbills
• NO Drones
• NO Pop Up Tents
• Any other item deemed inappropriate by the event at its sole discretion
EVENT LOGISTICS
Event Producer
A nonprofit arts organization, Seattle Theatre Group (STG) presents an average of 600 events
annually at three historic theaters— The Moore, est. 1907; The Neptune, est. 1921; and The
Paramount, est. 1928— as well as at venues throughout the region including Broadway
productions, concerts, theatre, lectures, education, community, film, and other enrichment
programs.
Mission Alignment
The mission and values of the Seattle Theater Group align closely with that of the Fort Worden
Lifelong Learning Center as they are dedicated to enriching arts education, engaging diverse
communities, and stewarding its historic metropolitan theatres for the benefit of future generations.
Venue Manager
The Fort Worden Public Development Authority (PDA) manages the Fort Worden Lifelong
Learning Center— in collaboration with Washington State Parks—be financially self-sustaining,
and to infuse the Fort with the beauty and energy that allows it to reach its potential as a gathering
place for individuals, families and groups who seek enrichment and discovery through lifelong
learning.
Event Permit
The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) and Fort Worden received a Special Event & Temporary
Activity Permit for THING from the City of Port Townsend. Amplified music will begin at 1 pm
and end at 10 pm each day of the event.
ADA Accessibility
The Seattle Theatre Group (STG) and Fort Worden Public Development Authority are committed
to caring relationships with all patrons.
Parking – Vehicles carrying ADA placards or license plates should enter through the front
gate where Fort Worden Way meets Cherry Street. Staff will guide guests to designated
ADA event parking areas on-site. Please note that the holder of the placard must be a
passenger in the vehicle.
Venue Seating – ADA viewing platforms for disabled patrons are located at both main
stages to the side of the sound board.
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Restrooms – Access to venue ADA accessible restrooms along with ADA accessible
portable restrooms throughout the concert area.
Restrooms Public restrooms are located throughout Fort Worden and additional portable restrooms will be
located at each venue to accommodate guests. Locations include:
Parade Grounds
McCurdy Pavilion
Fort Worden Commons
Taps at the Guardhouse
Administrative Building 200
Traffic Mitigation
Seattle Theater Group and Fort Worden are working closely with the City of Port Townsend and
the Port Townsend Police Department Office to monitor traffic flow to and from the event and
mitigate the effect on surrounding neighborhoods and streets, and ensure pedestrian and cyclists
safety.
Event Parking Areas
On-site event parking at Fort Worden is RESTRICTED to event staff, Admiral Club members,
and guests with a valid ADA placard.
Off-site event parking areas will be serviced by a THING Shuttle making frequent stops to
transport guests to and from Fort Worden.
Jefferson County Fairgrounds (4907 Landes Street) - $30 per day*
Haines Street Park & Ride (440 12th Street) - Public parking. First-come, first-served.
Blue Heron Middle School (3939 San Juan Avenue) - Public parking. First-come, first-
served.
Public Transit
Jefferson Transit No. 2 Bus (Fort Worden) operates Monday-Friday, 7 am - 6:25 pm, and
Saturdays, 9 am - 6:25 pm.
Walk & Bike
THING guests are encouraged to walk or cycle to and from Fort Worden, located less than 2 miles
from downtown Port Townsend and less than ½ mile from the Jefferson County Fairgrounds.
Pedestrians and cyclists are encouraged to wear bright, colorful attire and carry a flashlight or
other light source if traveling around or after dusk. Bike racks are located at Fort Worden:
Fort Worden Commons (Bldg. 210)
Administration Building (Bldg. 200)
Additional locations
Getting Here
Fort Worden is an easy two-hour trip from Seattle and three hours from Vancouver, B.C. Please
consider the environment when making your travel plans, car pool and consider alternative
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transportation options. For example:
Rocket Transportation - https://www.gorocketman.com/services
Greyhound – Seattle to Port Townsend - https://locations.greyhound.com/bus-
routes/destination/seattle-wa/port-townsend-wa#fare-search
Edmonds to Kingston by ferry - https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
Kingston to Port Townsend by Bus - https://jeffersontransit.com/wp-
content/uploads/2018/10/Port-Townsend-to-Kingston-
Seattle to Bainbridge by ferry - https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
Bainbridge Island to Port Townsend by Bus:
Option #1: https://jeffersontransit.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/SeaTac-10-1-2018.pdf
Option #2: http://www.clallamtransit.com/schedules/route123
Whidbey Island to Port Townsend by ferry - https://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ferries
Victoria B.C. to Port Angeles by ferry – https://www.cohoferry.com
Port Angeles to Port Townsend by Bus – http://www.clallamtransit.com/
Local Good & Services
The Fort Worden Public Development Authority 150+ (more than 80% of whom reside in
Jefferson County have been hired to provide hospitality services and event support.
Centrum’s production services have been hired to assist with stage set-up, lights, and
sound.
Thunderbull Productions has been hired to assist with campground management and event
parking.
Additional opportunities:
Food Vendors:
http://fortworden.org/about/rfp-rfq/
Contact: Natalie Maitland at [email protected]
Nonprofit Village:
Contact: Marcus Shriver at [email protected].
Night Market Vendors –
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdZFYAaW8Pww380gPgACCwB35TdjP5r4sbRtpIK
LmLkGlXaRw/viewform
Interested Volunteers:
Email: [email protected]
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