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Home My WebLink About2016 Final approved Hazard Mitigation Plan pdf combined file FEMA APPROVED for Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend May 26, 2017 Jefferson County - City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Including Special Purpose Districts) Revised 2016 Jefferson County Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339 360.385.9368 - www.jeffcoeoc.org This Page Intentionally Blank This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 i May 2017 Table of Contents PREFACE .............................................................................................................................................. vii Special Thanks & Acknowledgements ...................................................................................................ix Record of Changes ................................................................................................................................. xii List of Plan Recipients ........................................................................................................................... xiii Promulgation ..................................................................................................................................... xvii How to Use This Plan .......................................................................................................................... xviii PLAN REVISIONS SUMMARY .......................................................................................................... 1 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ..................................................................................................................... 11 Five-Year Action Plan ............................................................................................................................ 13 Plan Organization .................................................................................................................................. 13 Plan Development Participants ............................................................................................................ 14 Plan Mission ........................................................................................................................................... 14 Plan Goals ............................................................................................................................................... 14 The Five-Year Action Plan Matrix ........................................................................................................ 17 Plan Maintenance: Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation ..................................................... 51 SECTION I: THE PLANNING PROCESS .................................................................................. 53 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................... 55 Plan Methodology .................................................................................................................................. 57 Plan Development Process ................................................................................................................... 62 Plan Participation and Adoption ........................................................................................................... 68 Plan Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 69 SECTION II: MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD IDENTIFICATION ....................... 75 Multi-Jurisdictional Community Profile ..................................................................................... 77 Climate Change .................................................................................................................................. 99 Natural Hazard Identification ..................................................................................................... 109 Avalanche ......................................................................................................................................... 111 Damaging Winds ............................................................................................................................. 115 Drought ............................................................................................................................................ 119 Earthquake ....................................................................................................................................... 129 Flood ................................................................................................................................................. 159 Heat Wave ....................................................................................................................................... 181 Landslides........................................................................................................................................ 187 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 ii May 2017 Public Health Emergency ................................................................................................................ 205 Tornado ............................................................................................................................................ 223 Tsunami/Seiche ................................................................................................................................ 233 Volcanic Event / Ash Fall ................................................................................................................. 253 Wildfire / Forest / Urban Interface Fires ...................................................................................... 265 Winter Storms .................................................................................................................................. 278 Man-Made Hazard Identification ............................................................................................... 291 Aircraft Mishap ................................................................................................................................. 293 Bankruptcy ....................................................................................................................................... 297 Civil Disturbance .............................................................................................................................. 305 Dam Failure .................................................................................................................................... 309 Hazardous Materials Incident ........................................................................................................ 323 Major Fire Activity ........................................................................................................................... 333 Major Law Enforcement Activity .................................................................................................... 337 Marine Oil Spill ................................................................................................................................. 343 Maritime Emergency (ferry accident; ship collision) ................................................................... 351 Military Ordnance Incident ............................................................................................................. 355 Power Outage .................................................................................................................................. 361 Terrorism ......................................................................................................................................... 371 Water Shortage / Sewer Failure (Extended) ................................................................................ 377 SECTION III: MULTI-JURISDICTION/MULTI-HAZARD MITIGATION .................. 383 Multi-Jurisdiction/Multi-Hazard Mitigation Goals and Action Items ....................................................... 385 Citizen Suggested Mitigation Strategies and Projects .......................................................................... 398 Risk Report for Jefferson County including City of Port Townsend – Strategies ............................ 405 SECTION IV: JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC INFORMATION ....................................... 409 Jurisdiction Specific Information ......................................................................................................... 411 Natural Hazard Rating Process ........................................................................................................... 412 Natural Hazard Rating By Jurisdiction ................................................................................................ 413 City of Port Townsend .................................................................................................................... 415 Jurisdiction-Specific Vulnerability Assessment & Mitigation Strategies ....................................... 416 NFIP ................................................................................................................................................... 417 Planning Methodology ........................................................................................................................ 418 Disaster Events for Port Townsend ................................................................................................ 419 Codes and Comprehensive Plans ................................................................................................... 420 List of Information for Hazard Mitigation Plan .............................................................................. 428 Prioritization of Action Items ........................................................................................................... 430 Port Townsend Assets at Risk ......................................................................................................... 431 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 iii May 2017 Critical Facilities Categories ............................................................................................................. 442 Port Townsend Police Department ................................................................................................. 444 Port Townsend Library .................................................................................................................... 446 Port Townsend Water System ........................................................................................................ 447 Port Townsend – Relevant Maps .................................................................................................... 448 Port Townsend Mitigation Strategies ............................................................................................. 461 Unincorporated Jefferson County............................................................................................... 465 Jurisdiction-Specific Vulnerability Assessment & Mitigation Strategies ....................................... 467 NFIP ................................................................................................................................................... 468 Planning Methodology ........................................................................................................................ 469 Disaster Events for Jefferson County ............................................................................................. 470 Codes and Comprehensive Plans ................................................................................................... 487 Prioritization of Action Items .......................................................................................................... 492 Public Assets at Risk ........................................................................................................................ 493 Private Assets at Risk ...................................................................................................................... 510 Critical Facilities Identified ............................................................................................................... 514 Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office .................................................................................................... 516 Jefferson County – Relevant Maps ................................................................................................. 520 Jefferson County Government Mitigation Strategies .................................................................... 529 Special Purpose Districts ............................................................................................................... 535 Drainage Districts ............................................................................................................................ 537 Port Ludlow Drainage District .................................................................................................... 537 Fire Districts ..................................................................................................................................... 539 Jefferson County Fire District #1 – East Jefferson Fire & Rescue .......................................... 539 Jefferson County Fire District #2 – Quilcene Fire Rescue ....................................................... 547 Jefferson County Fire District #3 - Port Ludlow Fire – Rescue ............................................... 553 Jefferson County Fire District #4 – Brinnon Fire Rescue ........................................................ 559 Jefferson County Fire District #5 – Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Dept ................................ 565 Emergency Service Districts ........................................................................................................... 571 JeffCom 9-1-1 (New 2016) ........................................................................................................ 571 Hospital Districts .............................................................................................................................. 577 Public Hospital District No. 1 – Forks ........................................................................................ 577 Public Hospital District No. 2 – Port Townsend ........................................................................ 579 Library Districts ................................................................................................................................ 585 Jefferson County Library District .............................................................................................. 585 Port Districts .................................................................................................................................... 591 Port of Port Townsend................................................................................................................ 591 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 iv May 2017 School Districts ................................................................................................................................ 617 Port Townsend School District No. 50....................................................................................... 617 Brinnon School District No. 46 ................................................................................................... 625 Chimacum School District No. 49 .............................................................................................. 631 Queets/Clearwater School District No. 20 ................................................................................ 639 Quilcene School District No. 48 ................................................................................................. 645 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 .................................................................................. 653 Transit Districts ................................................................................................................................ 663 Jefferson Transit Authority ......................................................................................................... 663 Utility Districts .................................................................................................................................. 675 Public Utility District #1 of Jefferson County - Electricity ........................................................ 675 Public Utility District #1 of Jefferson County - Water .............................................................. 683 SECTION V: MITIGATION STRATEGIES .............................................................................. 691 Mitigation Strategy ............................................................................................................................... 693 Mitigation Goals .................................................................................................................................... 693 The Action Plan Matrix ......................................................................................................................... 694 SECTION VI: COORDINATING ENTITIES ........................................................................... 727 Clallam County Emergency Operations Center ................................................................................. 729 Clallam Fire Protection District No.1 (Clallam / Jefferson)................................................................ 730 Clallam Fire Protection District No. 3 (Clallam / Jefferson) .............................................................. 731 Clallam County PUD (power line across Discovery Bay) ................................................................... 732 Fort Worden State Park ....................................................................................................................... 734 The Hoh Tribe of Indians .................................................................................................................... 735 KPTZ 91.9 FM ....................................................................................................................................... 738 Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Groups (NPREP) .............................................................. 740 Port Townsend Paper .......................................................................................................................... 742 Propane Providers ................................................................................................................................ 744 Sequim School District No. 323 .......................................................................................................... 745 U.S. Coast Guard .................................................................................................................................. 747 U.S. Naval Magazine – Indian Island ................................................................................................. 749 Washington Department of Ecology................................................................................................... 751 Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife .................................................................................... 753 Washington Department of Natural Resources ................................................................................. 754 Washington Department of Transportation .................................................................................... 755 Washington Military Department – Emergency Management Division ....................................... 757 Washington State Patrol .................................................................................................................... 759 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 v May 2017 SECTION VII: APPENDICES ..................................................................................................... 761 Appendix A Acronyms ........................................................................................................................ 765 Appendix B Contributors & Contact Points ...................................................................................... 769 Appendix C Endnotes (Moved behind each topic as appropriate.) ................................................ 799 Appendix D Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................................................... 801 Appendix E Resources ....................................................................................................................... 805 Appendix F Adoption Resolutions ..................................................................................................... 815 Appendix G Public Participation Documentation .............................................................................. 841 Appendix H Planning Team Documentation ..................................................................................... 945 SECTION VIII: FEMA Crosswalk .............................................................................................A-1 END OF DOCUMENT ................................................................................................................... A-13 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 vi May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 vii May 2017 PREFACE Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 viii May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 ix May 2017 Special Thanks & Acknowledgements This plan was made possible because of the gracious spirit of cooperation demonstrated by the County Administrator of Jefferson County, the City Manager of the City of Port Townsend, and the Director of the Jefferson County Emergency Management Department. Without their commitment and dedication to the hazard mitigation planning process and unselfish willingness to partner to obtain a Hazard Mitigation Planning Grant, this plan might not have been written. Thanks also to the members of the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee for their patience, organization, enthusiasm, and tenacity: Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management (Retired) Keppie Keplinger, Deputy Program Manager, Dept. of Emergency Management, Jefferson County (Retired) Lance Bailey, Director, Developmental Services Department, City of Port Townsend Michael Evans, Deputy Chief of Police, City of Port Townsend Ken Clow, Director of Public Works – City of Port Townsend Ken Horvath, Project Manager – Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Lynn Sterbenz, Program Manager, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management (Dec. 2016) In addition, special thanks go to the following individuals for their assistance in the development of this plan: City of Port Townsend Tyler Johnson, GIS Coordinator / Project Manager, Public Works Department Judy Surber, Senior Planner / Planning Manager, Developmental Services Department Joanna Sanders, City Clerk, City of Port Townsend Jefferson County Carl Smith, Director, Department of Community Development, Jefferson County David Goldsmith, Interim Director, Department of Community Development Doug Noltemeier, Geographic Information Systems, IDMS Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Groups (NPREP) Deborah Stinson, Mayor, City of Port Townsend Concerned Citizens Robert Bindschadler (NASA Emeritus Scientist) Sue Horvath (2016) Pam Clise Pete Hubbard (2016) Dennis Crawford Cindy Jayne (2016) Linda Davis, Solstice Farm (2016) Rita Kepner (2016) Jeffery Hartman Deborah Stinson Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 x May 2017 Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division Timothy Cook, State Hazard Mitigation Programs Manager Brynne Walker, State Hazard Mitigation Program Officer Funding Acknowledgements This plan was made possible with grant funding from the Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division and the Federal Emergency Management Agency. In addition, local jurisdictions, and special purpose districts provided staff time and resources to help complete this multi-jurisdictional plan. Photo & Map Acknowledgements Special thanks go to the following people for graciously allowing us to us photos and maps from their private collections and published works: Thomas W. Camfield – for allowing us to use photos from his book, “Port Townsend – An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls”, Ah Tom Publishing, 2000. Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Scott Kilmer, Department of Public Works, Jefferson County Walsh, T.J., C.G. Caruthers, A.C. Heinitz, E.P. Myers, A.M. Baptista, G.B. Erdakos, and R.A. Kamphaus, 2000 GM-49: Tsunami hazard map of the southern Washington coast - Modeled tsunami inundation from a Cascadia Subduction zone earthquake, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Washington, 1 pl. Walsh, T.J., E.P. Myers, and A.M. Baptista, OFR 2002-2: Tsunami inundation map of the Port Townsend, Washington, area, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Washington, 1 pl. Extra Special Thanks Extra special thanks to Commissioner David Sullivan, Robert Bindschadler (NASA Emeritus Scientist), and Cindy Jayne, Chair, Jefferson County/Port Townsend Climate Action Committee for their comprehensive review of the draft versions of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016). Without their contribution, we would have been able to demonstrate a drought on these pages. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xi May 2017 Points of Contact For information regarding this plan or to comment on this plan, please contact the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management: MAILING ADDRESS: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 TELEPHONE: (360) 385-9368 FAX: (360) 379-0521 E-MAIL: dem@co.jefferson.wa.us Or the City of Port Townsend Grant Administration Department: MAILING ADDRESS: City of Port Townsend Attn: Michael Evans 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368-6330 TELEPHONE: (360) 344-4613 FAX: (360) 379-4438 E-MAIL: mevans@cityofpt.us Contact points for particular topics, jurisdictions, and special districts are contained in Appendix C. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xii May 2017 Record of Changes Change No. Page No. Subject Date Entered Entered By Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xiii May 2017 List of Plan Recipients (Pxxxx=Print Copy; Dxxxx=Disk Copy) PRINT COPIES Copy Number P0001 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Lynn Sterbenz, Director Copy Number P0002 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Office Copy Copy Number P0003 Agency Jefferson County – County Administrator Office Date Distributed Recipient's Name Office Copy Copy Number P0004 Agency Jefferson County Public Hospital District No. 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center Date Distributed Recipient's Name Bill Hunt – Jefferson HealthCare Emergency Management Copy Number P0005 Agency City of Port Townsend – Administration Office Date Distributed Recipient's Name Joanna Sanders, City Clerk Copy Number P0006 Agency Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Date Distributed Recipient's Name James Parker, General Manager Copy Number P0007 Agency Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Date Distributed Recipient's Name James Parker, General Manager DISK COPIES Copy Number D0001 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Lynn Sterbenz, Director Copy Number D0002 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Lynn Sterbenz, Director Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xiv May 2017 Copy Number D0003 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Lynn Sterbenz, Director Copy Number D0004 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Lynn Sterbenz, Director Copy Number D0005 Agency Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Lynn Sterbenz, Director Copy Number D0006 Agency Jefferson County Date Distributed Recipient's Name Philip Morley, County Administrator Copy Number D0007 Agency Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Date Distributed Recipient's Name Joe Nole, Undersheriff Copy Number D0008 Agency City of Port Townsend – Administrative Dept Date Distributed Recipient's Name Joanna Sanders, City Clerk Copy Number D0009 Agency City of Port Townsend – Police Dept / Emergency Management Date Distributed Recipient's Name Michael Evans, Chief of Police Copy Number D0010 Agency Jefferson County Fire District 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR) Date Distributed Recipient's Name Ted Krysinski, Deputy Chief Copy Number D00011 Agency Jefferson County Fire District 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR) Date Distributed Recipient's Name Ted Krysinski, Deputy Chief Copy Number D0012 Agency Jefferson County Fire District 2 (JCFD2) dba Quilcene Fire Rescue (QFR) Date Distributed Recipient's Name Larry Karp, Chief Copy Number D0013 Agency Jefferson County Fire District 3 (JCFD3) dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue (PLFR) Date Distributed Recipient's Name Brad Martin, Chief Copy Number D0014 Agency Jefferson County Fire District 4 (JCFD4) dba Brinnon Fire Department Date Distributed Recipient's Name Tim Manly, Chief Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xv May 2017 Copy Number D0015 Agency Jefferson County Fire District 5 (JCFD5) dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department Date Distributed Recipient's Name Willie Knoepfle, Chief Copy Number D0016 Agency JeffCom 911 Date Distributed Recipient's Name Karl Hatton, Director Copy Number D0017 Agency Jefferson County Public Hospital District No. 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center Date Distributed Recipient's Name Bill Hunt – Jefferson HealthCare Emergency Management Copy Number D0018 Agency Jefferson County Public Hospital District No. 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center Date Distributed Recipient's Name Bill Hunt – Jefferson HealthCare Emergency Management Copy Number D0019 Agency Jefferson County Library District dba Jefferson County Library Date Distributed Recipient's Name Meredith Wagner, Director Copy Number D0020 Agency Port of Port Townsend Date Distributed Recipient's Name Greg Englin, Director of Operations & Business Development Copy Number D0021 Agency Port of Port Townsend Date Distributed Recipient's Name Greg Englin, Director of Operations & Business Development Copy Number D0022 Agency Port of Port Townsend Date Distributed Recipient's Name Greg Englin, Director of Operations & Business Development Copy Number D0023 Agency Port Townsend School District No. 50 Date Distributed Recipient's Name Mary Colton, Secretary to the Superintendent Copy Number D0024 Agency Brinnon School District No. 45 Date Distributed Recipient's Name Patricia Beathard, Superintendent Copy Number D0025 Agency Chimacum School District Date Distributed Recipient's Name Rick Thompson, Superintendent Copy Number D0026 Agency Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 Date Distributed Recipient's Name Scott M. Carter, Superintendent Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xvi May 2017 Copy Number D0027 Agency Quilcene School District No. 48 Date Distributed Recipient's Name Wally F. Lis, Superintendent Copy Number D0028 Agency Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Date Distributed Recipient's Name Diana Reaume, Superintendent Copy Number D0029 Agency Jefferson Transit Authority Date Distributed Recipient's Name Tammi Rubert, General Manager Copy Number D0030 Agency Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Date Distributed Recipient's Name James Parker, General Manager Copy Number D0031 Agency Washington State Patrol Date Distributed Recipient's Name Sgt. John Ryan Copy Number D0032 Agency Washington State Patrol Date Distributed Recipient's Name Sgt. John Ryan Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Copy Number Agency Date Distributed Recipient's Name Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xvii May 2017 Promulgation The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (Revised 2016) is approved by FEMA this 05/26/2017 as the official Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan for the governments of Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, and the special districts contained within. The participation in and adoption of a multi-jurisdictional pre-disaster mitigation plan shall not necessarily imply advocacy of, or support for, individual mitigation initiatives proposed by other participating jurisdictions, and the adoption of the plan by each jurisdiction shall be subject to limitations as set forth in each jurisdiction’s adoption resolution. Participating Jurisdictions - Adoption Resolutions Agency/Jurisdiction 2004 Adoption Resolution Number 2009 Adoption Resolution Number 2016 Adoption Resolution Number 2016 Plan Adoption Date Jefferson County 50-04 21-10 04-17 01/23/2017 City of Port Townsend 04-037 10-013 16-046 11/07/2016 Port Ludlow Drainage District 13 Not Numbered Opt Out Opt Out Jefferson County Fire District 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 2004-07 10-06 16-08 09/21/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 2 (JCFD2) dba Quilcene Fire - Rescue 2004-1 2010-03 2016-09 11/14/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 3 (JCFD3) dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue (PLFR) 2004-01 2010-004 2016-10 11/08/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 4 (JCFD4) dba Brinnon Fire - Rescue 2004-4 2010-5 2016-5 11/08/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 5 (JCFD5) dba as Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Dept 01-04 2010-6 2017-01 02/08/2017 Jefferson County Fire District 6 (JCFD6) 282-04 Annexed by JCFD1 JeffCom 9-1-1 County Dept County Dept 2017-001 01/26/2017 Public Hospital District No. 1 Opt Out Opt Out Opt Out Opt Out Public Hospital District No. 2 2004-013 2010-18 2017-05 01/18/2017 Jefferson County Library District 04-02 10-01 16-06 12/14/2016 Port of Port Townsend 426-04 550-10 657-17 01/25/2017 Port Townsend School District No. 50 04-16 10-12 16-16 11/28/2016 Brinnon School District No. 45 Opt Out 207-10 246-16 11/17/2016 Chimacum School District No. 49 2004-13 2010-05 2016-9 12/14/2016 Queets/Clearwater School District No. 20 01-04/05 1040 16-09 11/15/2016 Quilcene School District No. 48 01:04/05 01:10/11 02:16/17 12/14/2016 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 01-04/05 04-10/11 06-16/17 02/14/2017 Jefferson Transit Authority 04-12 Opt Out 17-3 02/21/2017 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County 2004-013 2010-007 2016-022 11/15/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs 6 xviii May 2017 How to Use This Plan Each section of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan provides information to assist local governmental jurisdictions and agencies, local Indian Tribes, and the citizens of Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend in understanding the community in which we live and work and the hazard related issues facing government, citizens, businesses, and the environment. Combined, the various sections of this plan work together to create a document that guides the mission to reduce vulnerability and minimize loss from future natural hazard events. The structure of this plan enables people to use only that portion of the plan that is of interest to them and/or pertains to their needs. It also allows local government to review and update specific sections as new data becomes available. New data can be easily incorporated, resulting in a natural hazards mitigation plan that remains current and relevant to the needs of the citizens of Jefferson County. The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan is organized into eleven sections: Preamble: contains the Table of Contents, Acknowledgements, Distribution List, and the Promulgation List for the document. Plan Revisions Summary: Summarizes the updates made in the 2016 revision. Plan Review Crosswalk contains a cross-reference grid that ties the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000, and 44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning, Interim Final Rule to the contents of this plan. Executive Summary contains a summary of the plan and a five-year action plan matrix. Section I contains the introduction and an overview of the planning process. Section II contains information regarding the various natural and man-made hazards that can affect Jefferson County. This section is also known as the Hazard Identification & Vulnerability Analysis (HIVA). Section III contains multi-jurisdictional community profile information as well as information regarding multi-jurisdiction/multi-hazard mitigation measures and a listing of multi-jurisdictional mitigation strategies and projects suggested by stakeholders and citizens as part of the public process associated with the development of this plan. Section IV contains jurisdiction-specific and special purpose district specific information as well as vulnerability assessment information for each jurisdiction and special purpose district that has participated in the hazard mitigation planning process. Section V contains the mitigation strategies of each jurisdiction and special purpose district that has participated in the hazard mitigation planning process Section VI contains the mitigation issues of coordinating agencies that impact Jefferson County’s plan. Section VII contains the various appendices to the plan. These include copies of the adoption resolutions, frequently asked questions, acronyms, and references for sources of information. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 1 May 2017 2016 Plan Revisions Summary Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 2 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 3 May 2017 2016 Plan Revisions Summary Background The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan (the Plan) was originally written and adopted in 2004 and updated and readopted in 2009, as required by law. The mitigation planning regulation at 44 CFR 201.6(d)(3) states: A local jurisdiction must review and revise its plan to reflect changes in development, progress in local mitigation efforts, and changes in priorities, and resubmit it for approval within five (5) years in order to continue to be eligible for mitigation project grant funding. The following updates reflect the 2016 review and revision process reflected in the Plan and submitted to the Washington State Hazard Mitigation Office for review. Each participating organization was provided with turn-around documents that detailed their organization profile and goals that were submitted in 2015 and 2016. They were asked to review them against their current situations, and update them to reflect current plans, documents and policies. The updated turn-around documents were then returned to the core writing team to be incorporated into the overall Plan. Revisions UOVERALLU – Due to the size of the final Plan, only one master copy and seven copies for the County, City and Special Districts that have requested one will be printed. All participants and interested parties will receive the Plan in electronic format on a CD, unless specifically requested otherwise. Libraries, for example, may request either or both hard copy and CD format, depending on their needs. APPROVAL - A copy of the FEMA Approval Letter(s) have been included prior to the Table-of Contents. TABLE-OF-CONTENTS (TOC) – The TOC has been changed to match the pagination of the final Version 6 of the Approved Plan. This includes changes made after the FEMA approval of Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, but before the approval of the Special Districts. UPREFACEU contains acknowledgements, the Table of Contents, and introductory material for the Plan. The following revisions have been made to this section: • Special Thanks and Acknowledgements have been updated to reflect current personnel and special contributors to the 2016 revisions. • Table of Contents has been updated to reflect changes in content and order of the Plan. Appendices have been re-ordered into a more logical progression. • Steering Committee Members and contributors have been updated to acknowledge participation. • List of Plan Recipients has been updated to reflect the current distribution. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 4 May 2017 • Promulgation has been updated to reflect historical adoption resolutions. Adoption Resolution numbers for 2016 were added as each jurisdiction adopted the revised Plan. FEMA approval date has been updated. UEXECUTIVE SUMMARYU contains a summary of the plan and a five-year action plan matrix. • The Five-Year Action Plan Matrix has been updated to reflect current revisions to action items as provided by Plan participants. • Action Plan Matrix has been synchronized with the City, County, and Special Districts. • Climate Change Summary has been added. USECTION I – THE PLANNING PROCESSU contains the introduction and an overview of the planning and participation process: • Text has been updated to reflect that the 2015/2016 Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis has served as a foundation document to the development of the 2016 revisions. • Plan Methodology has been updated with the names of current committee participants, jurisdictions, and citizens. Text has been revised to highlight that a number of natural hazard categories have been broken out to provide more detail on locally important disaster issues. • Plan Development Process has been updated with the names of key contributors. The Local Involvement has been expanded to include a Data Flow Diagram (DFD) to show how multiple jurisdictions contributed to the Plan development. The Public Involvement table has been updated with representative 2015-2016 meetings illustrating the scope of public involvement. • Plan Participation and Adoption table has had a column added so that both 2004 and 2009 Adoption Resolutions can be summarized. Adoption Resolutions have been entered in Appendix “F”. • Plan Maintenance has been updated to reflect the Plan update schedule for the period from 2017 through 2022. Text and a Schedule Chart have been added to clarify how jurisdictions participate in the process, including public interaction. USECTION II – MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD IDENTIFICATIONU contains information regarding the most serious natural hazards within the State that can affect Jefferson County, and additional man-made hazards that are of concern to Jefferson County. • Jefferson County Profile has been updated to call out the Plan’s current maps. Maps have been updated with most current information available. • Jefferson County Profile narrative has been improved and updated using statistics from the most recent Census. • Significant Historical Disaster Events – “Federal Disaster Declarations for Washington” table has been updated through most current declarations in 2016. • Climate Change: A voluntary subsection has been added to discuss the possibility of climate change affecting local hazards. The topics include a summary of the Olympic Peninsula warming projections developed by NOPRCD. Each hazard also has appropriate commentary when applicable. • Maps have been updated when more current versions are available. • All citations have been moved from Appendix G (Endnotes) to immediately following the narrative in which it is cited. This makes it easier for researchers to focus on a given topic without having to open the appendices. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 5 May 2017 • A “Special Situation” note has been added to each hazard if there is something about the hazard that makes it a unique risk to a given jurisdiction. 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. • Avalanche narrative has been updated. State avalanche risk map has been updated. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Damaging Winds narrative has been brought up date through 2016. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Drought narrative has been updated through 2016; Table DR-1, Significant Droughts in Jefferson County added; 2001 Drought and 2014-2015 drought narrative expanded. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. Special Situation: PUD (p.125) • Earthquake narrative has been rewritten to reflect new information about the Cascadia subduction zone and a possible 9.0 earthquake scenario. Added table showing Cascadia Historic Earthquakes. Added topic on earthquake faults affecting Jefferson County. Amplified the narratives on Whidbey Island Fault and Cascadia Subduction Zone generated earthquakes (scenarios). Added results of Hazus simulation for the two scenarios. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Flood narrative has been updated to include: updated table of flood-related Presidential Disaster Declarations; maps have been updated and photos added; new maps have been added based on modeled flood damage; NFIP discussion added; RiskMAP assessment added. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Heat Wave (Extended). Updated the topic through 2016. Added Heat Index Chart. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Landslide - Updated the topic through 2016. Added Heat Index Chart. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. Added “before and after” picture of Ledgewood-Bonair landslide. Updated maps. Added Table LS-1, Significant Landslides in Washington 1984 – 2014. Added results of RiskMAP assessment. Added sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend. • Public Health Emergency - Updated the topic through 2016. Added Table PH-1, Pandemic Flu History. Added paragraph on Zika virus. Added discussion of inoculation rates. Added a “Special Consideration” section for Ebola and the Zika Virus. They have not affected Jefferson County yet, but easily could. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Tornado has been added as a new natural hazard. Updated the topic through 2016. Added Table TN-1 Tornado Events in Jefferson County. Added charts explaining the Enhanced Fujita Scale. Added climate change topic. Added comic relief. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Tsunami / Seiche narrative has been updated to reflect current circumstances in Port Townsend as of 2016. Narrative, in general, has been improved. Added Table TS-1, Recurrence of the “Great Earthquakes” in Washington State. Added Tsunami ETA calculator. Added depiction of South Whidbey Island Fault. Added Figure TS-4, Notable Tsunamis in Washington. Added Figure TS-7, Queets Inundation Zone. Incorporated tsunami analysis from Risk Report for Jefferson County. Added a piece on tsunami wave heights generated in the 2011 Tohoku Japan M9.1 earthquake. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. Special Situation: Port of Port Townsend (p. 247) • Volcano narrative has been improved and brought up to 2016. Added Alaskan Volcano Map on the premise that Jefferson County is at risk from ash fall from Alaskan Volcanoes. Added Table VO-1, Alphabetical List of Alaskan Volcanoes. Added climate change topic. Added Figure VO-4, Volcanic Explosivity Index. Added Table VO-2, Volcanic Explosivity Classification. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Wildfire / Forest/ Urban Interface narrative has been improved and brought up to 2016. Added Table WF-1 Representative Wildland Fires That Affected Jefferson County. (Goes back 8700 years.) Added Figure WF-2 Landfire Mean Fire Return Interval. Added Figure WF-3 WUI throughout Port Townsend. Added Table WF-2, which is a gallery of recent WUI incidents with a photo and short explanation. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 6 May 2017 • Winter Storm narrative has been made current through 2016. Added Table WS-1, Severe Storms Affecting Western Washington. Included Disaster Declaration Number if there was one. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • 9-1-1 Outage has been deleted. The longest outage was in hours. For this to take on disastrous proportions would mean something far worse was happening around the county. • Aircraft Mishap has been updated through 2016. Previous Occurrences was enhanced with more incidents, including a C-141 crash in Quilcene area. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Bankruptcy has been updated to be current through 2016. Added Figure BR-1 Bankrupt Cities and Municipalities. Added Table BR-1 Selected Municipal Bankruptcies. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Civil Disturbance has been updated through 2016. Added Figure CD-1 – Sit-in at NAVMAG. Added Figure CD-2 – Peace March from NAVMAG to Port Townsend. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Dam Failure has been updated to 2016. Added discussion of Dam Hazard Classification. Added Table DF-1 Jefferson County Dams in the National Inventory of Dams and created figures to display their locations on relief maps. Added Table DF-2 Downstream Hazard Classifications. Added Table DF-3 Dams listed in WSECY State Dam Inventory. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Hazardous Materials Incident has been brought up to 2016. Added Figure HM-1 Total Spills by County. Added Figure HM-2 Facilities and Chemicals by County. Added Figure HM-3 Clandestine Drug Lab by County. Added Table HM-2 Drug Lab Reports 1990 – 2012. Created Table HM-2 Drug Lab Reports per Capita. Added Figure HM-4 Meth Labs Reported Per Year. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Major Fire Activity has been updated to 2016. Added photos of Aldrich Market Fire. Added Table MF-1 Significant Fires History. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Major Law Enforcement Activity has been updated to 2016. Added photo of car burning during a standoff between police and a mob in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Added photos and background of 2013 pipe bomb incident in Port Townsend. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Marine Oil Spill updated to 2016. Added Figure OS-1 Oil Spills in Jefferson County Vicinity. Added Table OS-1 Maritime Oil Spills over 10,000 gallons. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Maritime Emergency (Ferry Accident; Ship Collision) has been updated through 2016. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Military Ordnance Incident has been updated through 2016. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Power Outage has been updated through 2016. The discussion includes the purchase of power provider assets for Jefferson County from Puget Sound Energy by the Jefferson County Public Utility District No. 1. Added photo of a Mason county wildfire that cut power to 2000 Jefferson County residents. Added climate change topic. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Terrorism (CBRNE) has been updated through 2016. Added brief mention of ISIS. Added brief discussion of cyberterrorism. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. • Water Shortage / Sewer Failure (Extended) has been updated to 2016. New discussion on water vulnerabilities in Jefferson County. Added climate change topic. Added Figure HR2RO-2 Shift in Hydrologic Basin Types. Citations moved to from Appendix G to end of topic. USECTION III – MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL / MULTI-HAZARD MITIGATIONU contains multi-jurisdictional community profile information as well as information regarding multi-jurisdiction/multi-hazard mitigation measures and a listing of multi-jurisdictional mitigation strategies and projects suggested by stakeholders and citizens as part of the public process associated with the development of this plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 7 May 2017 • Added or Updated Mitigation Activities to reflect 2016 Status as provided by participants. • Added an asterisk, “*”, to the Mitigation Activity ID of new or updated activities. • Completed tasks are highlighted by having their Timeline notations in Bold Blue. • Completed tasks or tasks to be deleted have a strike-through in their Activity ID. • “Stakeholder/Citizen Suggested Mitigation Strategies and Projects” has been updated with additional inputs from current surveys and ad hoc citizen input. These are identified by (rev. 2016) after the item. Items that have been suggested and are underway are flagged with an asterisk (*). • Added special recommendations from Marrowstone Island Foundation regarding the island’s situation. • Added recommendations made by public input from the NOPRCD report that could benefit the Port Townsend Water System. These should either be submitted to the City or have the City adopt the NOPRCD report recommendations in its entirety. • Mitigation strategies suggested in the Risk Report for Jefferson County, including City of Port Townsend and Hoh Tribe are included as a table. • Mitigation strategies (30 pages) presented in the NOPRCD report are included by reference. USECTION IV – JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC INFORMATIONU contains jurisdiction-specific and special purpose district specific information as well as vulnerability assessment information for each jurisdiction and special purpose district that has participated in the hazard mitigation planning process. • Natural Hazard Rating Process has been updated to include all of the natural hazards as broken out in this document. Updated surveys were sent to Plan participants to build a 2016 rating table. • The Natural Hazard Risk Rating by Jurisdiction table has been updated to include all of the participating jurisdictions. • CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND • Updated demographics and Current Hazard Mitigation Codes/Plans/Ordinances List • Updated NFIP Participation through June 30, 2016 • Updated Disaster Event table for Port Townsend. • Updated Codes and Comprehensive Plans Table • Update List of Information for Hazard Mitigation Plan. • Update Port Townsend Assets at Risk. • Updated Critical Facilities List • Updated Port Townsend Police and Port Townsend Library profiles. • Updated and synchronized Mitigation Activity List • Added Mitigation Activity Write-up for Resiliency Center • Updated maps to most current available. • JEFFERSON COUNTY • Updated demographics and Current Hazard Mitigation Codes/Plans/Ordinances List • Updated NFIP Participation June 30, 2016 • Added Damage Events Table for 2008 - 2016 • Updated Disaster Event table for Jefferson County including adding columns for PA. • Updated Codes and Comprehensive Plans Table • Update List of Information for Hazard Mitigation Plan. • Update Jefferson County Assets at Risk. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 8 May 2017 • Updated Critical Facilities List • Updated Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office profile. • Updated and synchronized Mitigation Activity List • Updated maps to most current available. • SPECIAL DISTRICTS • Brought all participating special districts’ profiles up to most current data available in 2016. • Added photos or symbols and mission statements from each district to make the background profile more interesting. • Updated and Synchronized Mitigation Strategies with the Special Districts and Executive Summary • Removed Water Districts 1, 2, and 3. One has been absorbed by the PUD and the other two are so small that they have opted out since 2004. • Revised format to better display PLANNING, HAZARD, and MITIGATION sections in each jurisdiction. Added content to amplify and clarify each jurisdiction’s annex. Provided call-outs to the main Plan sections, so that the main Plan sections will not have to be repeated in each annex. USECTION V – MITIGATION STRATEGIES • Added or Updated Mitigation Activities to reflect 2016 Status as provided by participants. • Added an asterisk, “*”, to the Mitigation Activity ID of new or updated activities. • Completed tasks are highlighted by having their Timeline notations in Bold Blue. • Completed tasks or tasks to be deleted have a strike-through in their Activity ID. USECTION VI – COORDINATING ENTITIES • Added Clallam County Emergency Operations Center • Added Fort Worden State Park • Added KPTZ 91.9 FM • Added Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Groups (NPREP) • Update Propane Providers • Added Washington State Department of Ecology • Added Washington Military Department – Emergency Management Division • Added Clallam County Fire District 3 – JCFD8 • Added School District 323 • Reviewed, updated and gave all previously used coordinating entities a chance to edit their write-ups. USECTION VII – APPENDICES • Appendix A - Acronyms – New acronyms have been added. Acronyms that have been added or had their description changed in the 2016 revision have been flagged with an asterisk. • Appendix B - Contributors & Contact Points – Updated – All contacts and contributors have been updated to reflect contributions that are in the 2016 revision. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 9 May 2017 • Appendix C - Endnotes have been moved to the end of each topic for ease of access by researchers. Appendix C title page has been changed to reflect this and has no content. More thorough use of footnotes. Every footnote that has a link to the internet has been tested. • Appendix D - Frequently Asked Questions – No changes. • Appendix E - Resources – Major update of resources. All tested and verified. • Appendix F- Adoption Resolutions –Summary table has a column added to track 2004, 2009, and 2016 Adoption Resolutions. Adoption resolutions will be in new Appendix G because they will be the last thing to go into the Plan and would screw up the page numbering if they weren’t last. Adoption resolutions will be added after FEMA approves the Plan and the subsequent adoptions occur, as recommended by the State Emergency Management Division. • Appendix G - Public Participation Documentation – Updated with representative samples of public participation within the year of the update. • Appendix H – Plan Development Meetings – Created to document Steering Committee and JPREP Meetings relating to Plan development and demonstrate that the Special Districts participated. • Added Table H-2 to Appendix H to catalog participation by Special Districts. USECTION VIII – FEMA CROSSWALK • Plan Review Tool Introduction has been updated to reflect the use of the 2011 version of the crosswalk. • 2011 version of Plan Review Tool has been added from the Local Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning Guidance. • Updated all page references from topic to “Location in Plan” in Section1: Regulation Checklist. • Updated Section 3: Multi-Jurisdiction Summary Sheet to reflect current Plan POCs • Added commentary detailing changes mandated by FEMA to approve the Plan for Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend. • Added commentary detailing changes in response to FEMA mandated changes to Special Districts. Detached from main document and sent under separate cover. UADDITIONAL ENHANCEMENTS • Created website, 19TUwww.jprephazmitplan.orgU19T, for the public to access the Plan as it was developed and to make comments and suggest changes in real-time. • Created Distribution Disk Menu System for recipients of the Plan on disk to use to easily drill down to the topics they want to see. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 10 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 11 September 2016 Executive Summary Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 12 September 2016 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 13 September 2016 Executive Summary Five-Year Action Plan The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (the Plan) is an All-Hazard Plan, and includes resources and information to assist county residents, public and private sector organizations, and others interested in participating in planning for natural hazards. The Plan provides a list of activities that may assist Jefferson County in reducing risk and preventing loss from future natural hazard events. The action items address multi-hazard issues, natural hazards from avalanche, drought, earthquake, fire, flood, landslide, severe storm, tsunami, and volcano, as well as man-made hazards that are significant to Jefferson County entities. The Plan Organization: The Plan contains a five-year plan matrix, background on the purpose and methodology used to develop the plan, a profile of Jefferson County, sections on the most threatening natural and man-made hazards that can occur within the County (avalanche, drought, earthquake, flood, landslide, severe local storm, tsunami, volcano, and wildfire, power outage, etc.), profiles and mitigation activities of special jurisdictions, mitigation issues with coordinating agencies and jurisdictions that impact Jefferson County, and the appendices. The sections are delineated as follows: Executive Summary contains a summary of the plan and a five-year action plan matrix. Section I contains the introduction and an overview of the planning and participation process. Section II contains information regarding the most serious natural hazards within the State that can affect Jefferson County, and additional man-made hazards that are of concern to Jefferson County. New this year is recognition of possible effects of predictable climate change. Section III contains multi-jurisdictional community profile information as well as information regarding multi-jurisdiction/multi-hazard mitigation measures and a listing of multi-jurisdictional mitigation strategies and projects suggested by stakeholders and citizens as part of the public process associated with the development of this plan. Section IV contains jurisdiction-specific and special purpose district specific information as well as vulnerability assessment information for each jurisdiction and special purpose district that has participated in the hazard mitigation planning process. Section V contains the mitigation strategies of each jurisdiction and special purpose district that has participated in the hazard mitigation planning process Section VI contains the mitigation issues of coordinating agencies that impact Jefferson County’s plan. Section VII contains the various appendices to the plan. These include copies of the adoption resolutions, public participation, and the FEMA evaluation crosswalk. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 14 September 2016 The Plan Development Participants: The Plan is the result of a collaborative effort among Jefferson County citizens, public agencies, the private sector, and regional and state organizations. Public participation played a key role in development of goals and action items. Interviews were conducted with stakeholders across the county, and public meetings were held to include Jefferson County residents in the process of developing the plan. Where possible, Hazard Mitigation planning was brought into workshops and classes hosted by stakeholders for related topics. A detailed recounting of the planning process is contained in Section I. New this year is the use of both Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness (NPREP) groups and an online capability for citizens to review the document and make comments. The Plan Mission: The primary mission of the Plan is to promote sound public policy designed to protect citizens, critical facilities, infrastructure, private property, the county’s economy and environment from natural hazards. This can be achieved by increasing public awareness, documenting the resources for risk reduction and loss-prevention, and identifying activities to guide the County towards building a safer community. The secondary mission of the Plan is to provide the foundation for creating an “All Hazards Mitigation Plan” that effectively addresses issues of man-made hazards in addition to natural hazards. The Plan Goals: The Plan goals describe the overall direction that Jefferson County and Port Townsend agencies, organizations, special districts, private industry and citizens can take toward mitigating risk from natural hazards. The goals are the guiding principles from the broad direction of the mission statement to the specific recommendations of the action items. (1) Protect Life and Property • Implement activities that assist in protecting lives by making homes, businesses, infrastructure, critical facilities, and other property more resistant to losses from natural hazards. • Improve hazard assessment information to make recommendations encouraging preventive measures for existing development in areas vulnerable to natural hazards • Enhance Jefferson County Neighborhood Emergency Response Teams to provide citizens from all areas of Jefferson County with the information and tools they need to help them, their families, and their neighbors in the hours and days immediately following an emergency or disaster event. • Encourage homeowners and businesses to purchase insurance coverage for damages caused by natural hazards. • Encourage homeowners and businesses to take preventative actions in areas that are especially vulnerable to natural hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 15 September 2016 (2) Public Awareness • Develop and implement education and outreach programs to increase public awareness of the risks associated with natural hazards. • Provide information on tools, partnership opportunities, and funding resources to assist in implementing mitigation activities. • Continue the current flood awareness programs conducted by various jurisdictions as part of the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. • Create an earthquake awareness program conducted by various jurisdictions in which the vulnerability to earthquakes is high. • Enhance the awareness programs for Wildland – Urban Interface fire risks, particularly with Homeowners Associations in wildland settings. (3) Natural Systems • Balance watershed planning, natural resource planning, and land use planning with natural hazard mitigation to protect life, property, the economy, and the environment. • Preserve, rehabilitate, and enhance natural systems to serve natural hazard mitigation functions. (4) Partnerships and Implementation • Encourage leadership within private and public sector organizations to prioritize and implement local, county, and regional hazard mitigation activities. • Strengthen inter-jurisdiction and inter-agency communication and coordination and partnering of jurisdictions and agencies within Jefferson County to foster the establishment and implementation of natural hazard mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit multiple jurisdictions. • Develop a partnership with the local and regional newspapers to produce a series of in- depth articles on each natural hazard and both personal and public mitigation techniques. • Develop and strengthen coordination and cooperation with local business and industries that are particularly vulnerable to natural hazards in Jefferson County. (5) Emergency Services • Strengthen Emergency Management capabilities to prepare for, and to respond to disasters of all types. • Encourage the establishment of policies at the local level to help insure the prioritizing and implementation of mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit critical/essential facilities, services, and infrastructure. • Where appropriate, coordinate and integrate natural hazard mitigation activities with existing local emergency operations plans. • Strengthen emergency operations by increasing collaboration and coordination among public agencies, non-profit organizations, business, and industry. • Improve the interoperability capabilities among Emergency Services. • Improve the survivability of communications and disaster response effectiveness of Emergency Service entities. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 16 September 2016 Photo by Bob Hamlin The Plan Is All About People. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 17 September 2016 The Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: The action items are a listing of activities in which county and city agencies and jurisdictions and citizens can be engaged to reduce risk. Each action item includes an estimate of the timeline for implementation. Short-term action items (ST) are activities that may be implemented with existing resources and authorities within one to three years. Long-term action items (LT) may require new or additional resources or authorities, and may take between one and five years to implement. Ongoing action items (OG) are continuous activities such as the annual review and update of the mitigation plan, itself. The action items are organized within the following matrix, which lists all of the multi-hazard and hazard-specific action items included in the mitigation plan. These action items are the culmination of the data collection, research and analysis, and public participation process leading up to this plan. The Action Plan Matrix organizes this information into a management tool to be used in implementing the actions. The matrix includes the following information for each action item: • Natural Hazard ID. A unique identifier within the document that tells the type of action item (short-term or long-term), the type of hazard, and the action item number for that action in the plan. • Action Item. A description of the action to be taken. • Champions. The organizations or individuals who are taking the lead responsibility in making the action happen. This can be the public agency with regulatory responsibility to address natural hazards, or that is willing and able to oversee activity, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Champions may include local, county, regional public and private agencies, businesses or individuals that are capable of or willing to be responsible for implementing activities and programs. • Timeline. Action items include both short-term and long-term activities. The time-line attempts to put a gross estimate of the time it will take to implement the action given the availability of resources needed. Some items will be an ongoing effort that effectively requires a lifestyle change or permanent allocation of resources, while other items may be events or programs with specific accomplishments by a specific time. • Plan Goals. This cell of the matrix contains the item numbers of the plan goals from the previous page that this activity seeks to meet. • Action Item Lifecycle Stage. Each activity that is not continuous has a life cycle that it goes through: action item concept, public input & planning, funding, execution of action item, adoption or implementation, maintenance, monitor and evaluate. This grid within the matrix provides a visual quick-reference to progress on a given activity. Life Cycle Stages include: (1) Action Item Concept - Indicates a concrete idea or plan has been developed to take forward in the process. (2) Public Input & Planning – Indicates that the process is at the stage where it is collecting public input and planning, if appropriate. (3) Funding – Indicates that funds are being sought to implement the action as appropriate. This can be from budget, grants, donations, etc. (4) Execution of Action Item – May be drafting of a report, adoption of policy resolutions, implementation of building projects, etc. (5) Adoption or Implement – Adoption of resolutions to implement plans or approve projects. (6) Maintenance, Monitor, and Evaluate - Review, evaluate and maintain the project or plan as defined by the project charter. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 18 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-0* Adopt and Participate in the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan as official plan. Jefferson County, City of Port Townsend, and all Special Districts Ongoing – Participation in update – 2016; Adoption – after FEMA review. 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services OG-MH-1 Identify and pursue funding opportunities to develop and implement local and county mitigation activities. Jefferson County, City of Port Townsend and all Special Districts. Ongoing 4. Partnerships and Implementation OG-MH-2 Identify, improve, and sustain collaborative programs focusing on the real estate and insurance industries, public and private sector organizations, and individuals to avoid activity that increases risk to natural hazards. DEM, Economic Development Council Ongoing 1. Protect Life & Property, 2. Public Awareness, 4. Partnerships and Implementation OG-MH-3 Educate the citizenry in the role of the 1st Responder through Citizen’s Police Academy. Port Townsend Police and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Ongoing 2. Public Awareness, OG-MH-4* Train personnel on how to react in a natural disaster. PTPD, JCSO, JCFD1, JCPUD1 Ongoing 1. Protect Life & Property. 5. Emergency Services Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 19 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-0 X X X X X OG-MH-1 X X X X X OG-MH-2 X X X X X OG-MH-3 X X X X X OG-MH-4* X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 20 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan JCDEM, Port of Port Townsend, All School Districts. Ongoing 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services OG-MH-6* Regular Review of Capital Improvement Plan to include newly identified mitigation plans. Port of Port Townsend Annual – Latest revision 2015; Prioritization in January 2016. 1. Protect Life & Property, 5. Emergency Services ST-MH-1* Establish a formal role for the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Advisory Committee to develop a sustainable process for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating countywide mitigation activities. Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee Short-Term – Reconstitute for 2016 update. 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-2 Integrate goals and action items from the Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan into existing regulatory documents and programs where appropriate. Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee Ongoing 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-3 Develop public and private partnerships to foster natural hazard mitigation program coordination in Jefferson County DEM, DCD, Economic Development Council; Neighborhood Emergency Groups On-going 4. Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 21 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-5 X X X X OG-MH-6* X X X X X ST-MH-1* X X X X ST-MH-2 X X X X ST-MH-3 X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 22 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items ST-MH-4* Improve facilities to survive earthquakes and storms better. Provide continuity of service. Jefferson County Water Districts 1,2,3 Opted Out in 2009 Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-5* Build new 911 Dispatch Center and new Emergency Operation Center DEM, JeffCom Completed 2005 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency ST-MH-6* Develop inventories of at-risk buildings and infrastructure and prioritize mitigation projects. DEM, DSD, DCD, and GIS Short-Term – Updated for 2016 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-7* Evaluate and integrate citizen ideas into planning and implementation efforts. Jefferson County, Port Townsend and all participating Special Districts. Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated use of communications & OPSCAN Program. JeffCom 911, DEM, PTPD, JCSO, All Fire Districts Completed 2007 - 2009 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency ST-MH-9* Increase fuel supply for generators to 72 hours and improve storage accessibility. Jefferson County Hospital District 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Target: 12/31/2016 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-MH-10* Plan for Emergency Specialty Services Building power generation & fuel supply. Jefferson County Hospital District 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Target: 12/31/2016 1. Protect Life & Property, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 23 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items ST-MH-4* X X X X X X ST-MH-5* X X X X X X ST-MH-6* X X X X ST-MH-7* X X ST-MH-8* X X X X X X ST-MH-9* X X X X ST-MH-10* X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 24 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-MH-1 Strengthen emergency services preparedness and Long-Term response by linking emergency services with Multi-Hazard natural hazard mitigation programs, and enhancing public education on a regional scale. DEM, DSD, DCD Short-Term 5. Emergency Services LT-MH-2 Develop, enhance, and implement education programs aimed at mitigating natural hazards, and reducing the risk to citizens, public agencies, private property owners, businesses and schools. JCDEM Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 2. Public Awareness LT-MH-3* Use technical knowledge of natural ecosystems and events to link natural resource management and land use organizations to mitigation activities and technical assistance. DCD, DSD Long-Term 3. Natural Systems LT-MH-4* Expand SCADA Controls JCPUD1 Short Term to Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-MH-5* Backup Transformer for Substation JCPUD1 Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-MH-6* Underground conductor where possible. JCPUD1 Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-MH-7* Create and build Port Townsend Resiliency Center Port Townsend, PTSD50, JCPHD2, YMCA Short Term to Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 4.Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 25 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items (Cont.) LT-MH-1 X X X LT-MH-2 X X X LT-MH-3 X X X LT-MH-4* X X X X LT-MH-5* X X X X LT-MH-6* X X X X LT-MH-7* X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 26 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Avalanche Mitigation Action Items ST-AV-1 None Identified LT-AV-1 None Identified Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 27 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Avalanche Mitigation Action Items ST-AV-1 N/A LT-AV-1 N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 28 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Drought Mitigation Action Items ST-DR-1* Coordinate drought policies with Port Townsend Paper. Port Townsend Public Works Active review during 2015 due to City water sources approaching critical levels due to drought. 1. Protect Life, Property and Local Economy Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 29 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Drought Mitigation Action Items ST-DR-1* X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 30 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Earthquake Mitigation Action Items ST-EQ-1* Integrate new earthquake mapping data and improve technical analysis of earthquake hazards. USGS, JC-GIS 2 Years 1. Protect Life & Property, 4.Partnerships and Implementation ST-EQ-2 Structural Bracing of Shelving; JC Library Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-3* Port Water System Upgrade Improvements; Improvements to Quilcene reservoir and distribution lines. Port of Port Townsend Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-4 Build new Transit Facility to current earthquake codes. Jefferson Transit Authority Long-term Completed June 15, 2015 1. Protect Life & Property, 5.Emergency Services ST-EQ-5 Purchase specialized equipment for water shortage emergencies JCPUD1 Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, 5.Emergency Services ST-EQ-6 Secure Equipment to Floors & Walls JCPUD1 Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-7 Put automatic shut-off valves on all reservoirs. JCPUD1 Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-8* Retrofit Fire Station for Earthquake Protection JCFD2 Short-term – Not Done Yet. 1. Protect Life & Property ST-EQ-8* Retrofit Fire Station for Earthquake Protection JCFD3 Complete 1. Protect Life & Property ST-EQ-9 Seismically retrofit High School Gym; add seismic shut-off valves to propane tanks. Chimacum School District Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-1 Identify funding sources for structural and nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. City & County Government Ongoing – Long-term 1. Protect Life & Property, 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-EQ-2* Encourage purchases of earthquake hazard insurance. All entities Ongoing – Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 31 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Earthquake Mitigation Action Items ST-EQ-1 X ST-EQ-2 X X ST-EQ-3* X X X ST-EQ-4 X X X X ST-EQ-5 X X ST-EQ-6 X X ST-EQ-7 X X ST-EQ-8* X X X X X X ST-EQ-9 X X X X LT-EQ-1 X X X X LT-EQ-2* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 32 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-3 Encourage seismic strength evaluations of critical facilities in the County to identify vulnerabilities for mitigation. City & County Government Long-Term – started in 2007. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-4 Encourage reduction of nonstructural and structural hazards in homes, schools, business, and government offices. City & County Government Long-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-EQ-5* Seismically retrofit Port Townsend Historical City Hall. PT Public Works Long-Term – Completed 2005 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-6* Replace Port Townsend Fire Station with seismically sound station. PT Public Works & PTFD Construction Underway Completed 2005 1. Protect Life & Property 5. Emergency Services LT-EQ-7* Move Port Townsend Police Station outside of liquefaction zone. PT Government - Planning Underway Completed 2009 1. Protect Life & Property 5. Emergency Services LT-EQ-8* Seismically Reinforce Port Townsend Library Port Townsend Long-term –1st piece of funding via PDM 2007. Completed 2013. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-9* Seismically Reinforce Port Townsend Tunnel Lids Port Townsend Long-term – Funded via Budget, DR-1682, DR-1734, and DR-1817. Completed. 1. Protect Life & Property, 5.Emergency Services LT-EQ-10* Increase Emergency food supply for staff and patients. JC Hospital Dist. 2 Completed. 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-11* Increase Emergency Water supply for staff and patients. JC Hospital Dist. 2 Not Yet Completed. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 33 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-3 X LT-EQ-4 X LT-EQ-5* X X X X X X LT-EQ-6* X X X X X X LT-EQ-7* X X X X X X LT-EQ-8* X X X X X X LT-EQ-9* X X X X X X LT-EQ-10* X X X X X X LT-EQ-11* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 34 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-12* Marina redevelopment to new building codes; Upland development in Quilcene will meet new building codes. Port of Port Townsend Long-term; Planning is Short Term. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-EQ-13* Upgrade existing facilities to withstand earthquakes better. Port Ludlow Drainage District (Opted Out – 2016) Long-term 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-14* Nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. School Districts: PTSD50; Brinnon SD46; Chimacum SD49; QVSD402 Ongoing – Long- term 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-15* Replace Station 1-1 with seismically sound station. JCFD1 Completed - 2014 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-16* Continue hardening and upgrading infrastructure at tower sites. JeffCom Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-17* Expansion of the Library will allow the opportunity to seismically retrofit existing facilities. Jefferson County Library District Long-term – no immediate date. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-18* Enhance fire station 6-2 seismically. Port of Port Townsend New CIP being developed. 1. Protect Life & Property Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 35 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-12 X X LT-EQ-13* X X X X X X LT-EQ-14 X X LT-EQ-15* X X X X X X LT-EQ-16* X X X X LT-EQ-17* X LT-EQ-18* X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 36 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Flood Mitigation Action Items ST-FL-1 Analyze each repetitive flood property within Jefferson County and identify feasible mitigation options. DCD, DSD, Wa Dept. of Ecology, FEMA Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-FL-2 Recommend revisions to standards required for development occurring within the floodplain, where appropriate. DCD, DSD Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems ST-FL-3* Develop better flood warning systems. JCDEM, DCD, DSD Complete – Using AHAB system. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-FL-1* Enhance data and mapping for floodplain information within the County, and identify and map flood-prone areas outside of designated floodplains. DSD Long-Term – FEMA FIRMS update to be completed in 2016. 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 5. Emergency Services LT-FL-2* Encourage development of acquisition and management strategies to preserve open space for flood mitigation, fish habitat, and water quality in the floodplain. City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Jefferson County Land Trust, and the Salmon Recovery Office Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-FL-3 Identify surface water drainage obstructions for all parts of unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 37 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Flood Mitigation Action Items ST-FL-1* X X X ST-FL-2 X X X ST-FL-3* X X X LT-FL-1* X X X LT-FL-2* X X X LT-FL-3 X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 38 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Flood Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-FL-4* Establish a framework to compile and coordinate surface water management plans and data throughout the county. Jefferson County Public Works Long-Term 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-FL-5* Move JCFD4 Fire Station 4-2 out of repetitive flood zone. JCFD4 Long-Term – Completed - 2010 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 5. Emergency Services LT-FL-6 Coordinate with Fish & Wildlife to develop Hoh River mitigation plan. JC Public Works Long-Term – Underway 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-FL-7* Upgrade drainage conveyance to handle 100-year flood event. Port Ludlow Drainage District (Opted Out – 2016) Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 39 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Flood Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-FL-4 X LT-FL-5* X X X X X X LT-FL-6 X X X LT-FL-7 X X N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 40 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Landslide Mitigation Action Items ST-LS-1 Improve knowledge of landslide hazard areas and understanding of vulnerability and risk to life and property in hazard-prone areas. JC Public Works, DEM Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems ST-LS-2* Identify safe evacuation routes in high-risk debris flow and landslide areas. JC Public Works, DEM Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems LT-LS-1 Evaluate current landslide warning systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency and increase coordination between local jurisdictions. DEM Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-LS-2* Limit activities in identified potential and historical landslide areas through regulation and public outreach. County Government Long-Term – Under review. 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 41 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Landslide Mitigation Action Items ST-LS-1 X X ST-LS-2* X X LT-LS-1 X LT-LS-2* X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 42 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items ST-WS-1 Enhance strategies for debris management for severe winter storm events. PT Public works, JC Public Works Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation ST-WS-2* Develop and implement programs to identify and remove hazard trees located in public right-of-way to reduce potential danger to lives, property, and public infrastructure during windstorms events. PT Public works, JC Public Works Puget Sound Energy sold Jefferson County assets to Jefferson County PUD #1 (JCPUD1). Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation ST-WS-3 Map and publicize locations around the county that have the highest incidence of extreme storms. DEM Short-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships & Implementation ST-WS-4 Replace flat office roof with gable roof to shed snow. JCPUD1 Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-5* Replace windows on Jefferson General Hospital to withstand storms. JC Hospital Dist. #2 Short-Term – Completed 2008 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-6* Replace roof on PT High School Annex PT School Dist. Completed - 2013 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-7 Provide emergency backup power for school building. Queets / Clearwater School Dist. Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-8* Replace roof of Shop, Bus Barn & Admin Building.to handle weather. Severe snow would put most roofs in jeopardy of collapse. Quilcene School District Completed 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-9* Develop and Implement storm water pollution and protection plan through DOE. Quillayute School District Long / Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 43 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items ST-WS-1 X ST-WS-2 X ST-WS-3 X ST-WS-4 X X ST-WS-5* X X X X X X ST-WS-6* X X X X X X ST-WS-7 X X ST-WS-8* X X ST-WS-9* X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 44 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items (cont.) ST-WS-10* Establish Tree Trimming Protocols JCPUD1 Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-11* Intertie water systems as much as possible. JCPUD1 Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-WS-1* Develop and implement programs to coordinate maintenance and mitigation activities to reduce risk to public infrastructure from severe winter storms. PT Public works, JC Public Works Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation LT-WS-2 Increase public awareness of severe winter storm mitigation activities. County & City Governments Long-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships & Implementation LT-WS-3* Enhance Courthouse clock tower to be able to withstand 70-knot winds. County & City Governments Long-Term – Completed 2008. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-WS-4* Support/encourage electrical utilities in mitigation activities to reduce power outages from storms. DEM, County & City Governments Complete – PUD representative is now present at EOC during activations – and participates in Incident Management Team training. PUD also does pre-storm briefings and prunes rights-of-way to reduce downfall. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 45 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items (cont.) ST-WS-10* X X X X ST-WS-11* X X LT-WS-1* X X X X LT-WS-2 X X LT-WS-3* X X X X X X LT-WS-4* X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 46 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Tsunami / Seiche Mitigation Action Items ST-TS-1* Breakwater Jetty / Wingwall Improvement Port of Port Townsend Long Term; Planning is Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-TS-1* Move PT Police Station outside of inundation zone. Port Townsend Long-Term – Completed 2009. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Emergency Services Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Volcanic Event Mitigation Action Items ST-VO-1 Find ash fall models that are specific to Jefferson County. DEM, JC GIS Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 47 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Tsunami / Seiche Mitigation Action Items ST-TS-1* X X LT-TS-1* X X X X X X Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Volcanic Event Mitigation Action Items ST-VO-1 X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 48 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Wildfire Mitigation Action Items OG-WF-1 OG-WF-2* Public Education JCFD2 Commissioners Yearly Classes -Ongoing 1. Public Awareness ST-WF-1 Enhance Emergency Services to increase efficiency of wildfire response and recovery activities. EJFR – JCFD5, DEM Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services ST-WF-2 Educate district personnel on federal cost-share and grant programs etc. so that full array of assistance to local agencies is understood. JCFD1 – JCFD5 Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services ST-WF-3 Create wildfire hazard atlas for City of Port Townsend. EJFR Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 5. Emergency Services ST-WF-4 Install fire doors and fire suppression system. Queets Clearwater School District Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-WF-1 Development and dissemination of maps relating to the fire hazard to help educate and assist builders and homeowners in being engaged in wildfire mitigation activities, and to help guide emergency services during response. EJFR Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-WF-2* Firewise Program - Enhance outreach and education programs aimed at mitigating wildfire hazards and reducing or preventing the exposure of citizens, public agencies, private property owners, and businesses to natural hazards. JCFD1, WSU, JCFD2, JCFD3 Long-Term Annual 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 49 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Wildfire Mitigation Action Items OG-WF-1* OG-WF-2* X X X X X X ST-WF-1 X ST-WF-2 X ST-WF-3 X X X X ST-WF-4 X X X X LT-WF-1 X LT-WF-2* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 50 September 2016 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Wildfire Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-WF-3 Increase communication, coordination, and collaboration between wildland/urban interface property owners, local and county planners, and fire prevention crews and officials to address risks, existing mitigation measures, and federal assistance. City & County Government Long-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-WF-4* Consolidate fire districts to put more apparatus and personnel on wildfires. PTFD & JCFD6 merged into JCFD1; JCFD3 & Kitsap County Long-Term JCFD1 Completed; JCFD3 executed MOU with Kitsap 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-WF-5* Develop a “battalion” strategy to more effectively coordinate rural districts on wildfires. JCFD1 through JCFD5 Long-Term – Completed in 2006. 1.Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Wildfire Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-WF-3 X LT-WF-4* X X X X X X LT-WF-5* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 51 September 2016 The Plan Maintenance: Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation The Plan Maintenance Section of this document details the formal process that will ensure that the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Plan) remains active and relevant. The plan maintenance process includes a schedule for monitoring and evaluating the Plan annually and producing a plan revision every five years. This section includes an explanation of how Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend intend to incorporate the mitigation strategies outlined in this plan into existing planning mechanisms such as the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan. Plan Adoption The Board of Jefferson County Commissioners and the Port Townsend City Council will be responsible for adopting the Plan for their respective jurisdictions. Special Districts participating in the Plan must have their own governing body adopt the Plan as the official plan of the special district. Coordinating agencies, jurisdictions, and entities will be responsible for adopting their own plans within their own jurisdictions. Coordinating Body A Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee will be responsible for coordinating implementation of Plan action items and undertaking the formal review process. Convener The Board of Jefferson County Commissioners and the Port Townsend City Council will adopt the Plan, and the Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee will take responsibility for Plan implementation. The County Administrator will serve as convener to facilitate the Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee meetings, and will assign tasks such as updating and presenting the Plan to members of the committee. Plan implementation and evaluation will be a shared responsibility among all Natural Hazard Advisory Committee Members. Implementation through Existing Programs Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend address statewide planning goals and legislative requirements through GMA, CRS, and NFIP requirements, capital improvement plans, and building codes. The Plan provides a series of recommendations that are closely related to the goals and objectives of these existing planning programs. Local plans, such as Emergency Response Plans, that have sections related to Hazard Mitigation will be coordinated with the Plan so that requirements of the Plan are incorporated into local guiding documents and ordinances, and vice versa. Economic Analysis of Mitigation Projects The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s approaches to identify costs and benefits associated with natural hazard mitigation strategies or projects fall into two general categories: benefit/cost analysis (BCA) and cost-effectiveness analysis. Where appropriate, proposed activities will be evaluated using the BCA tools and Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 5 52 September 2016 HazusMH modeling software, along with empirical data to assess whether or not the mitigation strategy is justified. Formal Review Process The Plan will be evaluated on an annual basis to determine the effectiveness of programs, and to reflect changes in land development or programs that may affect mitigation priorities. The convener will be responsible for contacting the Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee members and organizing the annual meeting. Committee members will be responsible for monitoring and evaluating the progress of the mitigation strategies in the Plan. Continued Public Involvement Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are dedicated to involving the public directly in the continual review and updates of the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Copies of the plan will be cataloged and kept at all of the public libraries in the county. The existence and location of these copies will be publicized on the Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend websites along with the Plan, itself. This site will also contain an email address and phone number to which people can direct their comments and concerns on an ongoing basis. Public hearings will be held concomitant with the evaluation of the program so that changes in needs and perceptions can be addressed and updated in the Plan as appropriate. The plan also includes the contact information for the county department responsible for keeping track of public comments on the Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 53 May 2017 SECTION I THE PLANNING PROCESS Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 54 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 55 May 2017 Introduction Throughout history, the residents of Jefferson County have dealt with the various natural hazards affecting the area. Photographs, journal entries, and newspapers from the mid to late 1800’s to the present show that the residents of the area have dealt with flooding, severe windstorms, harsh winter storms, wildfires, earthquakes, landslides, and even indirectly from volcanic activity. Although there were fewer people in the area many years ago, the natural hazards did at times, adversely affect the lives of those who depended on the land and climate conditions for food and welfare. As the population of the county increased, the exposure to natural hazards created a greater risk than experienced historically. With an ever-continuing growth in population, the development of natural lands, and advancing climate change, the impact of these natural hazards will continue to escalate. Jefferson County’s rural setting, combined with its mild climate and close proximity to the waters of Puget Sound and the mountains and forests of the Olympics create an almost ideal locale that draws people to live here. However, the potential impacts of natural hazards typical to the area make the population, business community, and the environment vulnerable to natural disaster situations. Jefferson County is subject to flooding, severe storms, landslides, earthquakes, wildfires, and volcanic activity and to a much lesser extent, avalanche, drought, and tsunami. It is impossible to predict exactly when these disasters will occur, or the extent to which they will affect the county, but occur they will – it is only a matter of time. However, with careful planning and collaboration among public agencies, private sector organizations, as well as citizens and businesses within the community, it is possible to minimize the losses that can result from these natural disasters. What is natural hazard mitigation? Natural hazard mitigation is the development and implementation of activities designed to reduce or eliminate losses resulting from catastrophic natural events. This Plan identifies all major hazards affecting the participants, but focuses on developing strategies for dealing with the natural hazards. Why develop a natural hazards mitigation strategy? Developing a revised mitigation strategy for Jefferson County completes the process of planning that began with the 2015 Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (HIVA), which is incorporated in the Plan. This report serves to establish a foundation for coordination and collaboration among local agencies, jurisdictions, and the citizens of Jefferson County in addition to providing a basis for identifying mitigation strategies and future mitigation projects as a means to assist in meeting the requirements of various federal assistance programs. The rising cost of responding to and recovering from natural disasters has led to an increased interest in identifying effective ways to reduce the vulnerability to natural hazards and the disasters these hazards can create. Natural hazard mitigation plans assist communities in identifying the hazards that could impact them, determining the vulnerability of the community to these hazards, and identifying mitigation strategies to prevent or reduce the impacts these hazards pose to the community through a coordinated, multi-jurisdictional approach. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 56 May 2017 What are the benefits of hazard mitigation? • Save lives and property – communities can save lives and reduce property damage from natural hazards through mitigation actions, such as moving families and their homes out of harm’s way or by limiting development and/or regulating the type of construction or structures allowed in certain areas. • Reduce vulnerability to future hazards – by having a mitigation strategy in place, communities are better prepared to take the proper steps that will permanently reduce the risk of future losses. • Facilitate post-disaster funding – by identifying mitigation strategies and projects before the next disaster, Jefferson County communities will be in a better position to obtain post-disaster funding because much of the background work necessary for funding assistance will already be in place. Who does the natural hazards mitigation plan benefit? The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan was developed, written, and adopted as a multi-jurisdictional all-hazards mitigation plan for the benefit of the incorporated municipalities, various special purpose districts, and the unincorporated rural areas of Jefferson County. It is anticipated that a large number of county special purpose districts will also adopt this plan in order to benefit from future hazard mitigation funding. The information contained in this plan is applicable countywide and serves to provide the framework for natural hazard mitigation within Jefferson County. Much has already been gained in simply developing this plan and establishing the basic mitigation strategies that have been incorporated into this document. It is hoped that the spirit of inter-jurisdictional cooperation that has begun with this planning effort will continue in the years to come thereby providing further benefits to all jurisdictions and agencies within the county as well as the citizens these jurisdictions and agency serve. Furthermore, the Plan was developed following the process set forth in the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 as well as the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. By doing so, it is anticipated that the citizens living in those jurisdictions within Jefferson County that participate in the Community Rating System could possibly further benefit from this plan through an additional decrease in their flood insurance premiums. Natural hazards land use policy in Washington Planning for natural hazards in Washington has taken shape over the past 30 years beginning with the State Environmental Policy Act (1971) and the Shorelines Management Act (1971), and followed by the State Building Code Act (1974, 1985) and the Growth Management Act (1991). It is an integral element of Washington’s statewide land use planning program which focuses on appropriate land use controls in critical areas that are prone to natural disasters, along with keeping up with the latest technology in construction methods to mitigate potential disasters. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 57 May 2017 Support for natural hazards mitigation The primary responsibility for the development and implementation of mitigation strategies and policies lies with local jurisdictions. However, local jurisdictions are not alone; various partners and resources exist at the state and federal levels to assist local government in the development of mitigation strategies and plans. Within Washington State, the Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division is the lead agency for providing hazard mitigation planning assistance to local jurisdictions. Plan Methodology Because of the similarity in hazards that pose threats to the various communities within Jefferson County, a decision was made that the Plan should meet three basic goals to serve the needs of the citizens of Jefferson County, and governmental jurisdictions and agencies: 1. That the plan be multi-jurisdictional thereby satisfying the natural hazards mitigation planning requirements as specified in the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 for all communities within Jefferson County. 2. That the plan be developed following the process outlined by the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 as well as the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System so that the plan coordinates with and compliments Community Rating System programs that exist now or may exist in the future within Jefferson County. 3. That the plan be written in such a way so as to evolve into an “All Hazards Mitigation Plan” for Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend. The Plan was written using the best available information obtained from a wide variety of sources. Throughout the plan development process, a concerted effort was made to gather information from participating municipal and county agencies and staff as well as stakeholders, business and industry, and the citizens of Jefferson County. A concerted effort was made to solicit information from local agencies and individuals with specific knowledge of certain natural hazards and past historical events, as well as planning and zoning codes and ordinances and recent planning decisions. Establishment of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee A new Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee was formed in 2008 to assist Jefferson County in meeting the requirements of the Plan revision process and to keep the mitigation-planning project on schedule. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 58 May 2017 This committee was charged with the following responsibilities: • Establish plan development goals and objectives. • Establish a time line for completion of the plan. • Ensure that the plan meets the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 as well as National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System requirements. • Solicit and encourage the participation of municipalities, special purpose districts, stakeholders, and citizens in the plan development process. • Assist local planning officials, special purpose district commissioners, and others in gathering information for inclusion in the plan. • Organize and oversee the public involvement process. • Gather all pertinent information to be included in the plan. • And … craft the plan. Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee Members (2017) Lynn Sterbenz, Director, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Keppie Keplinger, Deputy Director, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Ken Horvath, Project Coordinator, Hazard Mitigation Update Project Ken Clow, Director, City of Port Townsend Public Works Michael Evans, Police Chief, City of Port Townsend Lance Bailey, Director Developmental Services, City of Port Townsend The Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee will continue in an advisory capacity after this plan is completed and the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Grant is terminated. Responsibility for annual updates and revisions to the plan will be delegated to the Jefferson County Department of Community Development. To maintain continuity between the requirements of the planning grant and the plan development process, each member of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee is also a member of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee. Jefferson County – Port Townsend Regional Emergency Planning (JPREP) Group JPREP has become the Hazard Mitigation Planning Committee. It meets quarterly and contains representatives from participating jurisdictions, some of the coordinating entities, and the public as represented by members of Neighborhood Preparedness (NPREP) groups. All Hazard Mitigation Points- of-Contact are members of JPREP, along with members of their organizations that may have been delegated responsibilities with the Plan development. Quarterly JPREP meetings are used information sharing, training, exercises and the development of policy relating to emergency management, preparedness, and hazard mitigation, which is a form of preparedness. The members of the JPREP committee that are specific points-of-contact for the Hazard Mitigation Plan are listed in the table below: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 59 May 2017 Table PP-1 - MULTI-JURISDICTION HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN POINTS-OF-CONTACT # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone 0 Multi-Jurisdiction All Jurisdictions Ken Horvath Project Coordinator Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us (360) 385-9368 1 Jefferson County, WA County Lynn Sterbenz, Director Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 lsterbenz@co.jefferson.wa.us (360) 385-9368 2 City of Port Townsend City Michael Evans, Chief of Police Port Townsend Police Dept 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us (360) 382- 2322 3 East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD1) Ted Krysinski Deputy Fire Chief 24 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 tkrysinski@ejfr.org (360) 385-2626 4 Quilcene Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD2) Larry Karp Chief 70 Herbert St Quilcene, WA 98376 chief@qvfd.org (360) 765- 3333 5 Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD3) Brad Martin Chief 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 brad.martin@plfr.org (360) 437- 2236 6 Brinnon Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD4) Tim Manly Chief 272 Schoolhouse RD P.O. Box 42 Brinnon, WA 98320 tmanly@brinnonfire.org (360) 796-4450 7 Discovery Bay Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD5) Willie Knoepfle Chief 12 Bentley Pl Port Townsend, WA 98368 wkoepfle@dbvfr.org (360) 379-6839 8 JeffCom 9-1-1 Special Purpose District Karl Hatton Director 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 khatton@jcpsn.us (360) 344- 9779 9 Jefferson HealthCare Medical Center Public Hospital District No. 2 Bill Hunt Emergency Management Coordinator 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 bhunt@jgh.org (360) 385-2200 10 Jefferson County Library Public Library District Meredith Wagner Director 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA 98339 mwagner@jclibrary.info (360) 385- 6544 11 Port of Port Townsend Port District Sam Gibboney Exec Director 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 samg@portofpt.com (360) 385- 0656 12 Port Townsend School District No. 50 Public School District John Polm Superintendent Of Schools 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jpolm@ptschools.org (360) 379- 4501 13 Brinnon School District No. 45 Public School District Patricia Beathard Superintendent Of Schools 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org (360) 796-4646 14 Chimacum School District No. 49 Public School District Rick Thompson Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 287 Chimacum, WA 98325 rick_thompson@csd49.org (360) 302- 5896 15 Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 Public School District Scott M. Carter Superintendent Of Schools 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu (360) 962- 2395 16 Quilcene School District No. 48 Public School District Wally F. Lis Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 wlis@qsd48.org (360) 765-3363 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 60 May 2017 Table PP-1 - MULTI-JURISDICTION HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN POINTS-OF-CONTACT # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone 17 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Public School District Diana Reaume Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 60 Forks, WA 98331 diana.reaume@qvschools.org (360) 374- 6262 18 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Public Utility District James Parker General Manager 310 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 jparker@jeffpud.org (360) 385-5800 19 Jefferson Transit Authority Public Transportati on District Tammi Rubert General Manager 63 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.com (360) 385- 4777 20 JPREP will continue to meet quarterly following the formal adoption of this plan. This committee will meet to discuss mitigation strategies, become current in new preparedness techniques and opportunities, and do exercises relating to different disaster scenarios to uncover opportunities for improvement of coordinated mitigation efforts and the survivability of the region. It will provide the mechanism for initiating and maintaining the annual updates to the Plan. Input from Stakeholders and Citizens In order to facilitate better coordination and communication between the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee as well as stakeholders and citizens of the community, “The Jefferson -Port Townsend Regional Emergency Planning Committee (JPREP)” was used as a larger planning group and serves as an Extended Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee. Information was gathered from these stakeholders and citizens via a series of public and JPREP meetings beginning in September 2015 and concluding in December 2016. Because of poor attendance at previous hazard mitigation meetings, city council, county commissioner, and special district board meetings were used as venues to draw public comment. These met all the legal requirements for notification, and did not waste time, which was limited in spite of having funding available from a planning grant. Because of our poor experience with public response in prior plan development efforts, we also expanded our solicitation of input to the city website and to the one hundred twenty-three Neighborhood Emergency Groups that have developed since the last plan was created. By “preaching to the choir”, we hoped to draw more interest and more responsiveness. Additionally, an online presence was created at www.jprephazmitplan.org to allow individuals to view the 2009 Plan and the 2016 Draft Plan as it was developed. Site visitors were encouraged to make comments and suggestions as the Plan was developed. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 61 May 2017 Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee Stakeholders Information regarding hazard identification, vulnerability assessment, and mitigation strategies for inclusion in this plan was also requested from the following agencies and organizations: Table PP-2 – Hazard Mitigation Plan Stakeholders All Jefferson County Drainage Districts JeffCom 911 All Jefferson County Fire Districts Port of Port Townsend All Jefferson County Hospital Districts Port Townsend Library District All Jefferson County Sewer Districts Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County All Jefferson County Water Districts Port Townsend Police Department All Jefferson County Public School Districts Port Townsend Finance Department Jefferson County Library District JC Department of Community Development Jefferson Transit Authority PT Developmental Services Dept Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Jefferson County Public Works Jefferson County Assessor Port Townsend Public Works Jefferson County Central Services Appendix B, PARTICIPANTS & CONTACTS, contains the names and roles of each of the individual participants from the above organizations and citizenry. It is divided into the Steering Committee, Advisory Committee, Reviewers, and other citizens who have made a significant contribution to the effort to produce the Plan. Over 200 people from 19 jurisdictions and special districts contributed to the building of this Plan. In addition, the following jurisdictions are recognized in the process of developing the Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan through the provision of information, and a commitment to coordinate efforts in the future. These entities were selected because Jefferson County does not have jurisdiction over them, yet the mitigation plans of these jurisdictions impact Jefferson County in terms of its needs to place mitigation resources, and in some cases, for the purposes of the “All Hazards” plan, actually create the type of hazard that Jefferson County needs to anticipate. Private partnerships have been encouraged with businesses and individuals that could be anticipated to have to have a material impact on planning issues, mitigation efforts, and fast recovery during a natural disaster. Table PP-3 – Coordinating Entities Clallam County Emergency Operations Center Sequim School District No. 323 Clallam Fire Protection District No. 1 (Clallam/Jefferson) U.S. Coast Guard Clallam Fire Protection District No. 3 (Clallam/Jefferson) U.S. Forest Service – Olympic National Park Clallam County PUD U.S. Naval Magazine – Indian Island Fort Worden State Park Washington Department of Ecology The Hoh Tribe of Indians Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife KROH – FM 91.9 Washington Department of Natural Resources KPTZ – FM 91.1 Washington Department of Transportation Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Groups (NPREP) Wa Military Dept – Emergency Management Division Port Townsend Paper Washington State Patrol Propane Providers U.S. Forest Service – Olympic National Park Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 62 May 2017 Additionally, the following citizens participated in the public process to develop the 2016 Plan or have contributions remaining from previous Plans. These citizens became involved because of their specific knowledge of certain natural hazards and past historical events as well as local land use plans and codes and recent planning decisions. Table PP-4 - Significant Citizen Contributors Robert Bindschadler (NASA Emeritus Scientist) (2016) Sue Horvath (2016) Tom Camfield Pete Hubbard (2016) Pam Clise Rita Kepner (2016) Dennis Crawford Cindy Jayne (2016) Linda Davis, Solstice Farm (2016) Deborah Stinson Jeffery Hartman Mike Zimmerman (2016) Hazard specific research The Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee, in close cooperation with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, compiled information and collected data for thirteen natural hazards that coincided with the County’s Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis: avalanche, damaging winds, drought, earthquake, flood, heat wave, land movement, public health emergencies, tornado, tsunami / seiche, volcanic activity, wildland fire, and winter storms. Information was obtained from local historical records, and a wide variety of local, state, and federal agencies as well as the above referenced stakeholder interviews and public workshops. In addition, a great deal of information was obtained from existing plans, studies, reports and numerous sources via the Internet. See Appendix E for a list of resources used. Note: In 2009, we expanded the number of natural hazards by splitting “severe storms” into “wind storms” and “winter storms” and by adding “Heat Wave” and “Public Health Incidents” and tornados, even thorough these are rare. Similarly, the man-made hazards were expanded to include a break-out of transportation issues, particularly “military ordnance incidents” and “maritime incidents”. In 2016, a section on “Climate Change” was added to each of the appropriate hazards. In addition, the draft version of updated FEMA FIRMS was available along with the risk assessments done to develop the new FIRMS. These, also, were used with their appropriate hazards. Plan Development Process The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 In the past, federal legislation has provided funding for disaster relief, recovery, and hazard mitigation planning. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 is the latest legislation to improve this planning process and was put into motion on October 10, 2000, when the President of the United States signed the Act (Public Law 106-390). The new legislation reinforces the importance of mitigation planning and emphasizes planning for disasters before they occur. Mitigate: to cause to become less harsh or hostile; to make less severe or painful. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 63 May 2017 Planning: the act or process of making or carrying out plans; the establishment of goals, policies, and procedures for a social or economic unit. Hazard Mitigation (as defined by the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000): any sustained action taken to reduce or eliminate the long-term risk to human life and property from hazards. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 is intended to facilitate cooperation between state and local authorities, prompting them to work together. It encourages and rewards local and state predisaster planning and promotes sustainability as a strategy for disaster resistance. To implement the new Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requirements, The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) prepared an Interim Final Rule, published in the Federal Registry on February 26, 2002, at 44 CFR Parts 201 and 206, which establishes planning and funding criteria for state and local governments. The primary purpose of hazard mitigation is to identify community policies, actions, and tools for implementation over the long term that will result in a reduction in risk and potential for future losses community-wide. This is accomplished by using a systematic process of learning about the hazards that can affect the community, setting clear goals, identifying appropriate actions, following through with an effective mitigation strategy, and keeping the plan current. Local Involvement: Almost all of the jurisdictions in the Plan contributed to the development of the plan through the dedication of staff time to oversee the development of the plan, assist in writing the plan, and/or compile jurisdiction-specific information contained in the plan. Key contributors in this process were: Bob Hamlin, Director, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Ken Horvath, Project Coordinator Doug Noltemeier, Jefferson County GIS Tyler Johnson, City of Port Townsend GIS This Plan is the result of a focused effort on the part of local municipalities, jurisdictions, special purpose districts, agencies, and citizen involvement. The writing and organizing of the Plan was performed by Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management and by City of Port Townsend staff with a great deal of assistance provided by members of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee. Appendix B, Participants & Contacts, contains a table of the names and roles of each of the individual participants from all of the jurisdictions, districts, and citizenry. Over 200 people from 19 participating jurisdictions and special districts, and coordinating entities who contributed to the building of this Plan are listed. The table is divided into the Steering Committee, Planning Committee, Reviewers, and other citizens who have made a significant contribution to the effort to produce the Plan. All jurisdictions and special districts having elected governing bodies were contacted and asked if they would participate in the development of the overall Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan for the County. Given the resources available to each jurisdiction, they participated as best they could. In the case of school districts, for example, all districts were currently working on an Emergency Response Plan, which included a section on Hazard Mitigation. Thus, they were able to provide a subset of their Emergency Response Plan as input into the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 64 May 2017 All participants fell into one or more of the following categories: Steering Committee – Provided leadership in getting resources to compile and write the Plan, in providing guidance in the strategic development of the Plan, and in getting adoption in the key jurisdictions. Planning Committee – Provided local champions to gather and assemble hazard mitigation source material and to assess the local hazard needs. This group also committed to being the ongoing contacts for the annual review and update of the Plan. Stakeholders – Stakeholders are local champions who provided significant input into the development of the Plan through the gathering of their district’s mitigation needs, and who reviewed the draft versions and provided counsel to improve the Plan. These champions reviewed and recommended the adoption of the Plan to the 20 Boards and Councils that comprised the eligible government entities in Jefferson County. Stakeholders generally have sufficient authority to commit staff resources to implement mitigation activities, and to support the Plan. All Steering Committee and Planning Committee members are stakeholders. Contacts – Contacts are people, primarily staffers, who made significant contributions, including reviewing the draft Plan, but did not have the leadership role in making the Plan viable in their district. Commissioners and Council Members – Commissioners and Council Members had the legal authority to commit the jurisdiction or special district to participate in and to adopt the Plan as their entity’s official Plan. Generally, the adoption of the Plan was made upon the recommendation of the primary stakeholder reporting the Board, and after a period of “due diligence” in which the Board reviewed the Plan and determined that the commitment asked of their district was acceptable. Others – Other individuals who contributed, but did not fall into one of the above categories are listed. These include staff support, the contributions of interested citizens, and even stakeholders whose analysis eventually led them to determine they should opt out of the Plan. The table in Appendix B identifies each of the people who contributed and the specific role they had in putting together such a comprehensive work in so short a time. Figure PP-1, below, presents the on-going development process for the Plan. This process has become part of the quarterly JPREP meetings, and includes on-going interaction among all jurisdictions and their citizens within the context of the governing documents of each jurisdiction. Rather than make mitigation a discrete concept, it is being made into a fact of life in Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 65 May 2017 Figure PP-1 – Hazard Mitigation Plan Development Cycle Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 66 May 2017 Public Participation Process Public participation is a key component to strategic planning processes. Citizen participation offers citizens the chance to voice their ideas, interests, and opinions. Washington’s land use planning system addresses the need for public process and provides the opportunity for citizens to be involved in the planning process. The Federal Emergency Management Agency also requires public input during the development of flood mitigation plans. The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan integrates a cross-section of citizen input throughout the planning process. The Natural Hazard Mitigation Steering Committee developed a public participation processes encompassing four components: (1) a Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee comprised of knowledgeable individuals in the community; (2) conducting stakeholder interviews to target the specialized knowledge of individuals working with populations or areas at risk from natural hazards; (3) conducting public meetings to identify common concerns and ideas regarding hazard mitigation and to discuss specific goals and actions of the mitigation plan; and (4) and an on-going feedback mechanism that allows public contact with the planning through the internet. Integrating citizen involvement during the development of the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan has resulted in increased public awareness, and set the stage for future cooperation from the portion of the public that has a particular interest in man-made hazards that will be covered in the All Hazard Mitigation Plan to come. This involvement and cooperation assures that the mitigation plan reflects community issues, concerns, and perspectives, and encourages new ideas to be brought forward to benefit the community. In addition, the one hundred twenty-three neighborhood emergency groups were asked to address hazard mitigation at their regular meetings and provide feedback to the Planning Team, either directly or through the Plan website at www.jprephazmitplan.org. Public Involvement In order to better involve the public in the planning process, the Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee advertised and conducted public meetings as part of the Board and/or council meetings in which resolutions were passed relating to the Plan. All such meetings fall under Washington’s Open Public Meetings Act (RCW 42.30) and thus assure that the appropriate notifications, Agendas, etc. are published. Passing of a resolution or inclusion of the Board minutes provides proof that all legal requirements were met. We have found that this makes it easier for the public to attend because the facilities and time are generally known, and it is easier for individuals to plan their schedules around these meetings. This effort is in addition to the many public meetings and workshops held by stakeholders to solicit input into the development of their own planning documents, such as Jefferson County’s Comprehensive Plan, which provided much of the material for the overall Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 67 May 2017 Project Webpage The second aspect of the public process involved the development of a project website, www.jprephazmitplan.org, independent of the City of Port Townsend’s website. The working draft was placed on the website created specifically for the public to use to view and comment on the Plan in real-time as it was being developed. Figure PP-2 - Sample Hazard Mitigation Project Webpages - Home Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 68 May 2017 Plan Participation and Adoption The Jefferson County Administrator, and City of Port Townsend City Manager agreed to participate in the development of the All Hazards Mitigation Plan on behalf of their governing bodies and agreed to adopt it once FEMA has approved the Plan. In addition, special districts that participated in the development of the Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan in prior years did the same. The Summary of Adoption Resolutions, below, details the adoption history, since there have been significant organizational changes over the years that the region has been participating. The City has benefited greatly from previous Plans and has an interlocal agreement with the county, so that it agreed to fund the writing and publication of the Plan for all participating jurisdictions. This was done by obtaining Pre-Disaster Mitigation Planning Grant E16-091 and by providing matching funds from inception through approval by FEMA. Table PP-5 - Adoption Resolutions of Participating Jurisdictions Agency/Jurisdiction 2004 Adoption Resolution Number 2009 Adoption Resolution Number 2016 Adoption Resolution Number 2016 Adoption Date Jefferson County 50-04 21-10 04-17 01/23/2017 City of Port Townsend 04-037 10-013 16-046 11/07/2016 Port Ludlow Drainage District 13 Not Numbered Opt Out Opt Out Jefferson County Fire District 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 2004-07 10-06 16-08 09/21/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 2 (JCFD2) dba Quilcene Fire - Rescue 2004-1 2010-03 2016-09 11/14/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 3 (JCFD3) dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue (PLFR) 2004-01 2010-004 2016-10 11/08/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 4 (JCFD4) dba Brinnon Fire - Rescue 2004-4 2010-5 2016-5 11/08/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 5 (JCFD5) dba as Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Dept 01-04 2010-6 2017-01 02/08/2017 Jefferson County Fire District 6 (JCFD6) 282-04 Annexed by JCFD1 JeffCom 9-1-1 County Dept County Dept 2017-001 01/26/2017 Public Hospital District No. 1 Opt Out Opt Out Opt Out Opt Out Public Hospital District No. 2 2004-013 2010-18 2017-05 01/18/2017 Jefferson County Library District 04-02 10-01 16-06 12/14/2016 Port of Port Townsend 426-04 550-10 657-17 01/25/2017 Port Townsend School District No. 50 04-16 10-12 16-16 11/28/2016 Brinnon School District No. 45 Opt Out 207-10 246-16 11/17/2016 Chimacum School District No. 49 2004-13 2010-05 2016-9 12/14/2016 Queets/Clearwater School District No. 20 01-04/05 1040 16-09 11/15/2016 Quilcene School District No. 48 01:04/05 01:10/11 02:16/17 12/14/2016 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 01-04/05 04-10/11 06-16/17 02/14/2017 Jefferson Transit Authority 04-12 Opt Out 17-3 02/21/2017 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County 2004-013 2010-007 2016-022 11/15/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 69 May 2017 Plan Maintenance Evaluating and Updating the Plan The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan will be evaluated on an annual basis to determine the effectiveness of mitigation programs, projects, or other related activities and to reflect changes in land development or programs that may affect mitigation priorities and/or strategies; the plan will be updated every five years. Five-year updates will be delivered to the Washington State Hazard Mitigation Officer for review and forwarding to the Federal Emergency Management Agency, Region X Office. Annual Plan Evaluation In an effort to facilitate the annual plan evaluation process, the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee will remain a semi-active group following the formal adoption of this plan and shall be charged with the responsibility of conducting an annual plan evaluation each calendar year. The Director of the Jefferson County Department of Community Development or his/her designee will be responsible for contacting the chairperson and members of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee and organizing the annual plan evaluation process. The Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee will review the current natural hazards mitigation strategies to determine their relevance to changing situations within Jefferson County as well as known changes in State or Federal policy, and to insure these mitigation strategies are addressing current and expected conditions. Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend address statewide planning goals and legislative requirements through GMA, CRS, and NFIP requirements, capital improvement plans, and building codes. The Plan will provide a series of recommendations that are closely related to the goals and objectives of these existing planning programs. Local plans, such as Emergency Response Plans, that have sections related to Hazard Mitigation will be coordinated with the Plan so that requirements of the Plan are incorporated into local guiding documents and ordinances, and vice versa. As part of this annual evaluation, those communities that participate in the Community Rating System shall submit a copy of their annual evaluation report to the Chairperson of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee no later than September 15th of each calendar year. (At this time none of the Jefferson County communities are participating in the CRS.) Following the annual plan evaluation process, the Chairperson of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee, in cooperation with the Jefferson County Department of Community Development, will prepare a written report describing: 1) the plan evaluation process; 2) the status of any current mitigation activities or projects; 3) any deficiencies identified as a result of the plan evaluation. Copies of this report shall be delivered to the City Manager of the City of Port Townsend, the County Administrator and Board of Jefferson County Commissioners, and participating jurisdictions no later than September 30th of each calendar year. In addition, a copy of this report will also be mailed to the Washington State Hazard Mitigation Officer no later than September 30th of each calendar year. NOTE: This annual plan evaluation and report is for the express purpose of evaluating and reporting the status of the various mitigation strategies and/or projects identified in this plan and to assess the progress of existing mitigation activities. Those jurisdictions that participate in the Community Rating System are responsible for evaluating, maintaining, and updating their Community Rating System Program as well as submitting written reports in accordance with current Community Rating System requirements. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 70 May 2017 Five-Year Plan Update The Plan must be updated annually and resubmitted to the Washington State Emergency Management Department and to FEMA every 5 years for approval in order to maintain eligibility for mitigation grants. Updates to the Plan shall be conducted on a five-year cycle and shall commence at the direction of the Director of the Jefferson County Department of Community Development no later than March First of the scheduled update year. Upon such direction, staff from the Jefferson County Department of Community Development, in cooperation with the chairperson of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee, will begin the process of updating the plan. The City Council of the City of Port Townsend, and the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners shall approve the updated plan and a copy of the updated plan shall be submitted to the Washington State Hazard Mitigation Officer no later than September 30th of the update year. Assuming the approval of this Plan in May, 2017, the following schedule will be in effect: Table PP-6 - PLAN EVALUATION AND UPDATE SCHEDULE 2017 – 2022 Date Required Action to be Taken June 2017 - April 2018 Conduct plan evaluation and public meeting May 2018 Submit updates to Washington State Emergency Management Department June 2018 - April 2019 Conduct plan evaluation and public meeting May 2019 Submit updates to Washington State Emergency Management Department June 2019 - April 2020 Conduct plan evaluation and public meeting May 2020 Submit updates to Washington State Emergency Management Department June 2020 - April 2021 Conduct plan evaluation and public meeting May 2021 May 2021 Submit updates to Washington State Emergency Management Department nt. Director of the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management directs Plan be updated to meet 5-Year Mandate. (If grant funding required, this should start one year earlier.) Jan 2021 Jan 2021 - Jan 2022 Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee Chairperson and Department of Emergency Management staff will begin 5-year plan update process; request a report of all mitigation activities and/or projects from all participating jurisdictions. Update plan in cooperation with JPREP jurisdictions and others as may be necessary Sept 2021 - Dec 2021 Conduct at least one public meeting regarding the plan update; receive comments from Planning Committee Members, stakeholders, and the public; make revisions as may be necessary Jan – May 2022 Updated plan approved by all participating entities March 2022 - EMD April 2022 - FEMA Submit updated Plan to Washington State Emergency Management Department and to FEMA for re-approval by the end of May 2022. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 71 May 2017 This schedule is subject to change based on available resources and competing mandated obligations. It should be noted that the 2009 Plan included a schedule that was to be completed by June of 2015 – prior to expiration of the 2004 Plan. The 2015/2016 cycle, the schedule was wrecked by a combination of the demands of the Cascadia Rising Exercise, multiple reorganizations at the State EMD, and resource limitations at FEMA due to a combination of medical issues among critical (for us) personnel and a general re-tasking of people to deal with the OSO Landslide and multiple wildfires in Washington State. Personnel cuts due to the “Great Recession” along with an increase in the above-mentioned emergencies that created a back-log of work for FEMA delayed the start of the main part of this effort until November 2015, when the grant contract with FEMA to fund the writing was finally signed. Continued Public Involvement All participating entities are dedicated to the continued involvement of the public in the Natural Hazards Mitigation process. Copies of the Plan will be kept and made available for public review at the following locations: • Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management • Jefferson County Public Library • City of Port Townsend Library • City of Port Townsend Administration Department • City of Port Townsend Public Works A notice regarding the existence and location of these copies of the Plan will be publicized annually during the month of following the anniversary date of FEMA approval in the Port Townsend Leader, the local weekly newspaper that serves Jefferson County. The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management (JCDEM) shall be responsible for receiving, tracking, and filing public comments regarding the Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan. Contact information for the JCDEM is included in the Point-Of-Contact information on page iii. A public meeting will be held as a part of the annual plan evaluation process as well as the five-year plan update. Additional meetings may also be held as deemed necessary by the Chairperson of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee. The purpose of these meetings is to provide a public forum so that citizens can express concerns, opinions, or ideas about the Plan. The Jefferson County Public Information Officer shall be responsible for utilizing Jefferson County resources to publicize annual public meetings in order to facilitate continued public involvement in the natural hazards mitigation process within Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend. Figure PP-3, below, sets out the annual maintenance process that will keep the Plan updated on a continuous basis and involve both jurisdictional and community input on a regular basis. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 72 May 2017 Figure PP-3 - Annual Plan Maintenance and Public Involvement Schedule Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 73 May 2017 Tables – SECTION I – PLAN PROCESS PP-1 Plan Jurisdictions’ Points-of-Contact PP-2 Plan Stakeholders PP-3 Coordinating Entities PP-4 Significant Citizen Contributors PP-5 Adoption Resolutions of Participating Jurisdictions PP-6 Plan Evaluation and Maintenance Schedule (2017 – 2022) Figures - SECTION I – PLAN PROCESS PP-1 Hazard Mitigation Plan Development Cycle PP-2 Sample Hazard Mitigation Plan Webpages PP-3 Annual Plan Maintenance and Public Involvement Schedule Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 74 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 383 May 2017 SECTION III Multi-Jurisdiction/Multi-Hazard Mitigation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 384 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 385 May 2017 MULTI-JURISDICTION/MULTI-HAZARD MITIGATION This section of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan contains information regarding mitigation goals and multiple-hazard mitigation action items that pertain to all of the jurisdictions, and special purpose districts that have participated in the plan development process. Also included is information as to how mitigation measures will be prioritized, implemented, and administered at the jurisdictional level. It is the intent of this planning effort that the mitigation goals and multiple hazard mitigation action items included in this section of the plan are applicable to all entities that participated in the development of this plan to the extent that their governing bodies authorize. A listing of multi-jurisdictional mitigation strategies and projects suggested by stakeholders and citizens during the plan-development process is also included in this section of the plan. In addition, each participating jurisdiction and special purpose district has compiled a listing of proposed mitigation strategies and/or projects specific to their community. These entity-specific mitigation strategies and/or projects can be found in SECTION IV of this plan. Mitigation Goals: The natural hazard mitigation goals listed in this portion of the plan are multi-jurisdictional in nature and are intended to help guide the direction of and prioritize future natural hazard mitigation activities at the local level aimed at reducing risk and preventing loss from natural hazards. The plan goals describe the overall direction that Jefferson County and Port Townsend agencies, organizations, special districts, private industry and citizens can take toward mitigating risk from natural hazards. The goals are the guiding principles from the broad direction of the mission statement to the specific recommendations of the action items. They are: (1) Protect Life and Property • Implement activities that assist in protecting lives by making homes, businesses, infrastructure, critical facilities, and other property more resistant to losses from natural hazards. • Improve hazard assessment information to make recommendations encouraging preventive measures for existing development in areas vulnerable to natural hazards • Enhance Jefferson County Neighborhood Emergency Response Teams to provide citizens from all areas of Jefferson County with the information and tools they need to help them, their families, and their neighbors in the hours and days immediately following an emergency or disaster event. • Encourage homeowners and businesses to purchase insurance coverage for damages caused by natural hazards. • Encourage homeowners and businesses to take preventative actions in areas that are especially vulnerable to natural hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 386 May 2017 (2) Public Awareness • Develop and implement education and outreach programs to increase public awareness of the risks associated with natural hazards. • Provide information on tools, partnership opportunities, and funding resources to assist in implementing mitigation activities. • Continue the current flood awareness programs conducted by various jurisdictions as part of the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. • Create an earthquake awareness program conducted by various jurisdictions in which the vulnerability to earthquakes is high. • Enhance the awareness programs for Wildland – Urban Interface fire risks, particularly with Homeowners Associations in wildland settings. (3) Natural Systems • Balance watershed planning, natural resource planning, and land use planning with natural hazard mitigation to protect life, property, the economy, and the environment. • Preserve, rehabilitate, and enhance natural systems to serve natural hazard mitigation functions. (4) Partnerships and Implementation • Encourage leadership within private and public sector organizations to prioritize and implement local, county, and regional hazard mitigation activities. • Strengthen inter-jurisdiction and inter-agency communication and coordination and partnering of jurisdictions and agencies within Jefferson County to foster the establishment and implementation of natural hazard mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit multiple jurisdictions. • Develop a partnership with the local and regional newspapers to produce a series of in-depth articles on each natural hazard and both personal and public mitigation techniques. • Develop and strengthen coordination and cooperation with local business and industries that are particularly vulnerable to natural hazards in Jefferson County. (5) Emergency Services • Strengthen Emergency Management capabilities to prepare for, and to respond to disasters of all types. • Encourage the establishment of policies at the local level to help insure the prioritizing and implementation of mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit critical/essential facilities, services, and infrastructure. • Where appropriate, coordinate and integrate natural hazard mitigation activities with existing local emergency operations plans. • Strengthen emergency operations by increasing collaboration and coordination among public agencies, non-profit organizations, business, and industry. • Improve the interoperability capabilities among Emergency Services. • Improve the survivability of communications and disaster response effectiveness of Emergency Service entities. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 387 May 2017 Multiple-Hazard Mitigation Action Items: For the purpose of this plan, multiple-hazard action items are those strategies and/or activities that primarily pertain to damaging winds, drought, earthquake, flood, heat waves, land movement, public health emergencies, tsunami / seiche, wildland – urban fire and winter storms. Action items were not identified for avalanche, tornados or volcanoes as explained below: The avalanche hazard in Jefferson County does not currently affect any populated areas. Due to the fact that avalanche is a concern only to those persons engaged in isolated, backcountry activities, specific mitigation action items were not identified for this hazard. Tornado and volcanic events that directly affect Jefferson County are so rare that specific mitigation activities other than public education are not addressed. The action items included in this section of the plan may be short-term (ST), long-term (LT), or on-going (OG) in nature. Long-term activities typically take longer than 3 years. Some actions may include activities that jurisdictional agencies may implement with existing resources and authorities. Other more complex actions may require new or additional resources or authorities as well as multi-agency and/or multi-jurisdictional partnering. Some of the mitigation actions and/or projects included in this plan are focused on reducing the effects of various natural hazards on new buildings and infrastructure. Examples of these mitigation actions and/or projects include: • Mitigation strategies and/or ordinances and codes regarding building regulations and construction set- backs from unstable or steep slopes, alluvial fans and other critical areas. • Community Rating System Program activities designed to reduce or limit damage from flooding to structures built within the 100-year floodplain. Some of the mitigation actions and/or projects included in this plan are focused on reducing the effects of various natural hazards on existing buildings and infrastructure. Examples of these mitigation actions and/or projects include: • Construction and/or modification of critical facilities. • Moving critical facilities out of danger zones. • Buy-out and/or elevation of flood repetitive loss properties. Multiple-Hazard Action Item #1 (OG-MH-0): Each of the primary jurisdictions and special districts participating in the Plan shall adopt the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan as its own official plan. In order to maintain continuity in the mitigation planning process, each participant will designate a contact point for the primary jurisdictions to use in dealing with updates and follow-up to the plan. LEAD AGENCY: Local elected governing body (board of county commissioners, city or Town council) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 388 May 2017 FUNDING SOURCE: Jurisdiction Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Within one (1) year of completion and promulgation of this plan NOTE: Due to the lack of staff of many special purpose districts, this action item does not apply to the special purpose districts that participate in this plan. However, if a special purpose district elects to do so, the district may participate in this process. Non-participation in this process does not preclude a special purpose district from membership on the Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee. Multiple-Hazard Action Item #2 (OG-MH-1): Identify and pursue funding opportunities to develop and implement local and county mitigation activities. LEAD AGENCY: Jurisdiction and/or Public Works Department FUNDING SOURCE: Jurisdiction Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Ongoing Multiple-Hazard Action Item #3 (OG-MH-2): Identify, improve, and sustain collaborative programs focusing on the real estate and insurance industries, public and private sector organizations, and individuals to avoid activity that increases risk to natural hazards: • Make the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan available to the public by providing a link to the plan on local jurisdictional websites. • Continue and/or enhance and expand the Neighborhood Emergency Response Team Program. • Continue the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Program to inform citizens in participating jurisdictions about the flood risk in Jefferson County. • Continue to make public awareness materials and programs available from various sources available to the public to help inform the citizens of all communities within Jefferson County as to the risks associated with various natural hazards. LEAD AGENCIES: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management and local Community Rating System coordinators FUNDING SOURCES: Jurisdiction Budget; Region 2 Homeland Safety Council Budget; various grant monies such as Washington State Department of Ecology Flood Control Assistance Account Program (FCAAP) funds TIME-LINE: These programs are currently active and on-going Multiple-Hazard Action Item #4 (OG-MH-3): Educate the citizenry in the role of the 1st Responder through Citizen’s Police Academy. LEAD AGENCY: Port Townsend Police Department; Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional/ via Budget Process Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 389 May 2017 TIME-LINE: These programs are currently active and on-going Multiple-Hazard Action Item #5 (OG-MH-4): Train personnel on how to react in a natural disaster. LEAD AGENCY: JCDEM, PTPD, JCSO, JCFD1 – JCFD5 FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional Funding via Budget Process TIME-LINE: On-going Multiple-Hazard Action Item #6 (OG-MH-5): Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan LEAD AGENCY: Port of Port Townsend; All School Districts FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional Funding via Budget Process/Grants TIME-LINE: On-going (PTSD completed in 2009 for Port Townsend High School.) Multiple-Hazard Action Item #7 (OG-MH-6): Regular Review of Capital Improvement Plan to include newly identified mitigation plans. LEAD AGENCY: City of Port Townsend; Port of Port Townsend FUNDING SOURCE: Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: On-going (Plan updated in 2015.) Multiple-Hazard Action Item #8 (ST-MH-1): Establish procedures for the Jefferson Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee for the development of a sustainable process for monitoring and evaluating multi-jurisdictional mitigation activities. Possible ideas include: • Develop roles/responsibilities for members of the Jefferson Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee. • Develop surveys and/or identify and utilize other reporting methods to monitor hazard mitigation activities implemented by participating entities. • Develop procedures to facilitate annual review of current mitigation activities. • Develop procedures to enable the modification of current mitigation activities to meet newly identified goals and objectives. • Develop procedures to facilitate a full review of the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan every 5 years. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management; Jefferson Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 390 May 2017 Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional Funding via Budget Process TIME-LINE: Within two (2) years of completion and promulgation of this plan Multiple-Hazard Action Item #9 (ST-MH-2): Where appropriate, incorporate the goals and action items identified in this section of the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan into other existing plans and/or regulatory documents and programs. Possible plans, documents, and programs include: • Jurisdictional Code(s) • Jurisdictional Ordinance(s) • Jurisdictional Comprehensive Plan • Jurisdictional Capital Facilities and/or Improvement Plan • Jurisdictional Critical Areas Ordinance(s) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy • Growth Management Act • Coordinated Water System Plan • Jurisdictional Flood Plan(s) • Jurisdictional National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Program LEAD AGENCY: Jurisdiction and/or Community Development Department FUNDING SOURCE: Jurisdiction Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Upon completion and promulgation of this plan and as each jurisdictions adoption process allows It is important to note that the development and adoption of a multi-jurisdictional natural hazards mitigation plan is a new concept for the Indian tribes, jurisdictions and special purpose districts of Jefferson County. Some jurisdictions, Indian tribes, and special purpose districts have begun this activity and listed in those entities portions of SECTION IV of this plan are links between on-going mitigation activities and in-place plans, programs, and directional documents. Unless stated otherwise within an individual entities portion of SECTION IV of this plan, the process by which mitigation action items and/or activities will be incorporated into existing plans, documents and programs should (at a minimum) involve the following components: 1. Lead Agency identifies appropriate plans, programs, and directional documents where mitigation actions items and/or activities may be inserted. 2. Public hearings and participation of all involved agencies throughout the incorporation process. 3. Inter-jurisdictional and/or inter-agency cooperation and partnering formalized by signed inter-local agreements. 4. Inter-jurisdictional and/or inter-agency studies or work sessions. 5. Final approval by the local elected governing body such as the board of county commissioners, city or town council, tribal senate or tribal council, school board, or special purpose district board of commissioners. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 391 May 2017 Multiple-Hazard Action Item #10 (ST-MH-3): Develop partnerships with various jurisdictions and agencies as well as private business and industry to identify and pursue funding opportunities to implement local mitigation activities and to foster coordination and collaboration of natural hazard mitigation goals, strategies, and projects within Jefferson County. Possible actions include: • Identify and encourage partnering with various agencies and organizations within Jefferson County that have an interest in or have established natural hazard mitigation programs. • Identify and encourage partnering with various state and federal agencies that have programs that support natural hazard mitigation programs such as the Flood Control Assistance Account Program administered by the Washington State Department of Ecology. LEAD AGENCY: Local elected officials; jurisdiction/Indian tribe department/agency directors; Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management; Jefferson Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional/Private Business Funding via Budget Process TIME-LINE: Short term (less than 3 years from funding) Multiple-Hazard Action Item #11 (ST-MH-4): Improve facilities to survive earthquakes and storms better. Provide continuity of service. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson Transit Authority FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional Funding via Budget Process TIME-LINE: Completed – 2016 New Transit Center built to current earthquake standards at Four Corners Rd. Multiple-Hazard Action Item #12 (ST-MH-5): Build new 911 Dispatch Center and new Emergency Operation Center LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management; JeffCom 911 FUNDING SOURCE: Department Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Completed - 2005 Multiple-Hazard Action Item #13 (ST-MH-6): Develop inventories of at-risk buildings and infrastructure and prioritize mitigation projects. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management; Jefferson Department of Community Development Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 392 May 2017 FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional Funding via Budget Process TIME-LINE: Within three (3) years of completion and promulgation of this plan Multiple-Hazard Action Item #14 (ST-MH-7): Evaluate and integrate citizen ideas into planning and implementation efforts. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson Department of Community Development FUNDING SOURCE: Local Jurisdictional Funding via Budget Process TIME-LINE: Within three (3) years of completion and promulgation of this plan Multiple-Hazard Action Item #15 (ST-MH-8): Improve interoperability through coordinated acquisition and use of compatible radio & communications equipment across public safety districts throughout the county and throughout the Olympic Peninsula with the OPSCAN program. LEAD AGENCY: Locally: County Fire Chiefs Association; Peninsula-wide: Washington State Patrol FUNDING SOURCE: Local Special District Funding via Region 2 DHS Allocation via Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management. Peninsula-wide building of backbone by WSP funded with a $5.2 million dollar grant from DHS. TIME-LINE: Within three (3) years of completion and promulgation of this plan Multiple-Hazard Action Item #16 (LT-MH-1): Strengthen emergency services preparedness and response by linking emergency services with natural hazard mitigation programs. Possible ideas include: • Promote inter-agency response planning and training among various first response agencies within Jefferson County. • Continue involvement at the county level with the Northwest Region Fire Defense Board and the Northwest Region Fire Mobilization Plan. • Encourage local fire service, emergency medical, and law enforcement agencies to include Jefferson C.E.R.T. members in training opportunities. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management FUNDING SOURCE: Department of Emergency Management Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Short term (less than 3 years from funding) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 393 May 2017 Multiple-Hazard Action Item #17 (LT-MH-2): Develop, enhance, and implement education programs aimed at mitigating natural hazards, and reducing the risk to citizens, public agencies, private property owners, businesses and schools. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management FUNDING SOURCE: Department of Emergency Management Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Short term (less than 3 years from funding) Multiple-Hazard Action Item #18 (LT-MH-3): Use technical knowledge of natural ecosystems and events to link natural resource management and land use organizations to mitigation activities and technical assistance. Promote inter-agency response planning and training among various first response agencies within Jefferson County. LEAD AGENCY: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management FUNDING SOURCE: Department of Emergency Management Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Short term (less than 3 years from funding) Multiple-Hazard Action Item #19 (LT-MH-4)*: Expand SCADA Controls. LEAD AGENCY: Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County FUNDING SOURCE: Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Short term to Long Term Multiple-Hazard Action Item #19 (LT-MH-5)*: Procure Backup transformer for Substation. LEAD AGENCY: Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 394 May 2017 FUNDING SOURCE: Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Long Term Multiple-Hazard Action Item #21 (LT-MH-6)*: Procure Backup transformer for Substation. LEAD AGENCY: Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County FUNDING SOURCE: Budget and/or available grant funding TIME-LINE: Long Term Multiple-Hazard Action Item #22 (LT-MH-7)*: Create a Resiliency Center at the Mountain View complex to act as a community gathering area with offices for support organizations and the hospital. During any kind of disaster event, the facility transforms to a shelter with support staff to guide victims through both physical and mental recovery. LEAD AGENCY: City of Port Townsend in collaboration with Jefferson HealthCare Medical Center (Jefferson County Public Hospital District No. 2), Port Townsend School District, YMCA FUNDING SOURCE: City / Hospital Funding plus other stakeholder contributions; State and / or Federal Grants TIME-LINE: Long term (less than 3 years from funding) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 395 May 2017 Prioritization of Mitigation Measures: Because this plan is multi-jurisdictional, the prioritizing of mitigation measures will be made at the jurisdictional level with direct involvement of the designated lead agency as well as the local elected governing body such as the board of county commissioners, city or town council, tribal senate or tribal council, school board, or special purpose district board of commissioners. Due to local budget constraints, most of the mitigation measures incorporated into this plan are dependent upon local jurisdictions receiving outside funding; as a general rule, local funding is not available. As a result, local jurisdictions are unsure as to when these mitigation measures will be implemented and the conditions and/or requirements under which implementation may occur. Unless stated otherwise within an individual entities portion of SECTION IV of this plan, the individual entities participating in this plan should prioritize their proposed mitigation measures based on the following factors: • Mitigation measures that have a positive benefit/cost analysis with a BCR > 1.0. • Mitigation measures that reduce or eliminate repetitive loss properties. • Mitigation measures that are multi-jurisdictional and or multi-agency in nature. • Mitigation measures that provide the greatest good for the greatest number. • Mitigation measures that have broad-based public and/or elected official approval. • Mitigation measures for which funding has already been secured. • Mitigation measures that qualify for alternate and/or matching funding. The Jefferson County Natural Hazard Planning Committee will maintain an expertise in Benefit/Cost Analysis to help the small jurisdictions and special districts that do not have the resources to maintain that capability on their own. For jurisdictions and Indian tribes with a mitigation planning committee, the mitigation planning committee is charged with the responsibility to develop a prioritized preliminary list of mitigation measures. This prioritized list is then recommended to the jurisdictional or tribal governing body for final prioritization. While it is highly recommended that each of the entities participating in this plan utilize the above-listed factors in prioritizing their mitigation measures, it is recognized that final prioritization of mitigation measures is determined by the entities elected governing body. A change in local elected officials, changing environmental requirements, public acceptance of a project, or the occurrence of an actual disaster event may dramatically affect the priority ranking of mitigation measures at the local level. If federal funding is involved in the implementation of a hazard mitigation project, the jurisdiction, Indian tribe, or special purpose district will conduct a cost/benefit analysis based on guidelines provided by the United States Department of Homeland Security (FEMA) and the Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division on how to determine cost-effectiveness of mitigation projects and how to calculate the benefit-cost ratio. The purpose of the benefit-cost analysis is to determine if the benefits of the project exceed the federal costs of the project. Both the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program and the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program require a benefit-cost ratio of at least 1.0 for a project to be considered for funding. While it may be important to emphasize a positive cost/benefit analysis in the prioritizing of mitigation measures, it is also important to recognize the influence of local political factors, sovereign authority, community needs, traditional and cultural customs and values, historic properties, and habitat and environmental issues upon the selection of specific mitigation measures. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 396 May 2017 Implementation of Mitigation Measures: Mitigation measures that are already in place at the jurisdiction level through existing plans, codes, and ordinances as well as programs such as the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System Program or the Neighborhood Emergency Response Team Program are current and on-going programs funded through existing and established budgets. The implementation of new and/or additional mitigation measures is dependent upon the approval of the local elected governing body such as the board of county commissioners, city or town council, tribal senate or tribal council, school board, or special purpose district board of commissioners as well as obtaining funding from outside sources that have not been secured at this time. As a general rule, local funds are not available for implementation of new mitigation measures. Funding for mitigation measures is largely dependent upon individual entities applying for and receiving federal and/or state hazard mitigation grant funding. For each action item listed and described above (as well as the entity-specific mitigation measures contained in SECTION IV) every effort has been made to identify lead agencies, current or possible funding sources, and a time- line for implementation as part of the planning process. It should be noted that short term action items and/or mitigation measures are those activities that are expected to be completed in less than 3 years from the receipt of funding by the local entity. Long term action items and/or mitigation measures are those activities that are expected to require more than 3 years to completion from the receipt of funding by the local entity. Those action items and/or mitigation measures that are current and on-going have been so indicated. Funding of Mitigation Measures: The entities participating in the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan have a variety of local, state, and federal resources available to support the implementing and administering of the mitigation actions. The Jefferson Natural Hazards Mitigation Planning Committee will continue to identify additional resources to support the implementation of the action items. At this time, possible implementation funding sources include the following: Local Funding Sources Local implementation resources vary based on each entity’s scope of function(s), authorities, and operational capability and capacity. They may include: • Use of zoning ordinance and building codes. • Enforcement of flood plain management ordinance. • Participation in the NFIP Community Rating System. • Incorporation into local emergency response plan(s). • Incorporation into local economic development plan(s). • Use and support of existing local personnel (planners, floodplain managers, city engineers, GIS specialists, emergency managers). • Capital improvement project funding. • Authority to levy taxes, special bonds. • Fees for services. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 397 May 2017 • Other sources yet to be identified. The current economic condition and funding level of the participating local entities drastically limits the use of local resources. State or federal funding will be needed to accomplish many of the action items and mitigation measures referenced in this plan. State Funding Sources • Growth management act requirements. • Comprehensive plan requirements. • State administered Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Mitigation Act and Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program. • Department of Ecology Flood Control Assistance Account Program (FCAAP). • Department of Transportation Emergency Relief Program. • Office of Community Development Community Development Block Grants • Programs administered by the Washington State Transportation Improvement Board • Programs administered by the Washington State County Road Administration Board • Other sources as yet to be identified. NOTE: An extensive listing of state funding opportunities is available at the following web site: www.infrafunding.wa.gov Federal Funding Sources • Stafford Act, Section 406 – Public Assistance Program Mitigation Grants. • Stafford Act, Section 404 – Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. • Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000– Pre-Disaster Mitigation Program Competitive Grants. • United States Fire Administration – Assistance to Firefighters Grants. • United States Small Business Administration Pre and Post Disaster Mitigation Loans. • United States Department of Economic Development Administration grants. • United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Grants such as the Community Development Block Grant Program. • United States Army Corps of Engineers. • United States Department of the Interior, Bureau of Land Management. • Federal Highway Administration. • Other sources as yet to be identified. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 398 May 2017 CITIZEN SUGGESTIONS & ANALYTICAL REPORTS RECOMMENDED MITIGATION STRATEGIES AND PROJECTS The following list is a compilation of comments and suggestions made by various stakeholders, interested parties, and the public regarding possible mitigation strategies and projects. Those that start with an asterisk (*) are known to be underway, regardless of whether the idea came from the public or was internally generated. The following mitigation strategies and/or projects have been suggested by various stakeholders and citizens as part of the plan development process. Some may be in conflict with existing policies and procedures; others may be viable but lack funding. All will be looked at to see if and how they can fit into a comprehensive mitigation effort. Some of these strategies and/or projects are currently funded, on-going programs within many of the participating communities. However, funding for some of these strategies and/or projects is currently very limited; for many of these strategies and/or projects, local funding is simply not available at this time. Funding for the majority of these mitigation strategies and/or projects is heavily dependent upon local entities receiving future federal and/or state hazard mitigation grant funding. The organization of the ideas are by hazard in the same order as the hazards were presented in Section II, Multi- jurisdictional Hazard Identification. This is followed by excerpts from two reports that were developed to assess the vulnerability of Jefferson County and its inhabitants, and to assess the Olympic Peninsula’s climate situation and propose how to adapt to changing conditions. They are: 1. FEMA, WADNR, WAECY, RiskMAP, and Resilienceaction Partners, Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe (Risk Report), January 2016. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf 2. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. (NOPRCD Report) A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. Available at: www.noprcd.org Sections of the Risk Report that specifically address mitigation efforts in this Plan have been excerpted and added to suggested strategies for review by the various jurisdictions impacted. Mitigation strategies (30 pages) presented in the NOPRCD report are included by reference. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 399 May 2017 CITIZEN SUGGESTED MITIGATION STRATEGIES ALL NATURAL HAZARDS: • *Preserve open space (e.g. Jefferson Land Trust; public acquisition) • Building to current code • *Cooperative efforts to obtain funding • *Encourage the implementation of a variety of public education programs to better inform the public about natural hazards • *Preparedness plans • Prepare 72 hour kits in advance • *Include block watch and CERT members in communities • Provide NOAA Weather Radios to high risk areas • Provide NOAA Weather Radios to CERT Teams • *Seattle TV alert systems should cover Jefferson County too • *Better public information over cable, scanners, TV • *Improve communications among first responders • *Educate the public about the “AHAB” capabilities • Maintain current technology • Early Warning Systems • Spanish & Russian Emergency Alert messages • Provide back-up generators for all critical facilities • *Codes, regulations and ordinances • Create a database to coordinate resources (volunteers with skills, farmers, etc.) during a local or regional disaster. (rev. 2016) AVALANCHE: • Avalanche is not a major concern in Jefferson County’s populated areas. • Avalanche risk in Jefferson County is limited to the confines of the Olympic National Park, which is Federal jurisdiction. DROUGHT: • Much of the drought mitigation goals coincide with fire mitigation goals. • Conservation and assistance for private water districts in replenishing tanks were discussed. It is very expensive to replenish the private water districts tanks after they have been drained for fire. Perhaps a payback system could be established? • *Work with Port Townsend Paper on water consumption policies for drought. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 400 May 2017 EARTHQUAKE: Jefferson County is located in seismic zone 3 as determined by the Uniform Building Code. Damage and loss due to earthquake was experienced as recently as the 2001 Nisqually earthquake when Port Ludlow Fire Station 3-2 was split in half. • Build to current seismic code (and/or improve current seismic code) • *Educate the public by providing maps and liquefaction information. • *Retrofit (rev. 2009) • Secure hot water tanks and other non-structural mitigation • *Upgrade buildings • Utility company retrofits (water, communications, gas, etc.) • *Infrastructure retrofit • Bladders in unused reservoir for emergency water supply. • Geodesic Dome to cover the unused reservoir and make it pass State requirements • Unused Reservoir is plumbed for a tank which could be installed in it for storage of emergency water supplies. • Rotate food stores at schools for use as emergency kitchens. • Underground the power lines that cross escape routes from Blue Heron Elementary School (rev. 2016). • Seismically retrofit KPTZ (2016) FIRE: • *Fire Wise Program (Washington State University Learning Center; Port Townsend Fire Dept; Jefferson County Fire Districts) • Fire breaks • Update building codes in high risk areas • Public Education (recreational vs. refuse burning, smart building, etc.) • Youth Education (Fire Safety House) • *Fire Works enforcement • *Burn Ban education • Educate the public regarding the fact that local fire districts need to be equipped and trained to fight wildland fire. A red card is needed and that requires 36 hours of additional training. • It is not a matter of “if” but rather a matter of “when” a wildland fire will occur. • Enforce codes regarding propane tank placement. FLOOD: A significant portion of Jefferson County’s economic base is located within the 100-year floodplain. In addition, portions of the County are located within a designated floodway or are located in a coastal high-hazard V zone. • *Follow or establish better codes and ordinances (such as: building code, zoning code and critical areas ordinances) (Rev. 2009) • *Make code and ordinances more available to the public (i.e.: post on the internet and improve newspaper notices to include the title and/or purpose of the code and/or ordinance) • Educate the public about codes and ordinances • *Government efforts to inform the public need to be improved (Rev. 2009) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 401 May 2017 • *Open space preservation • Acquisition of flood prone properties (Rev. 2009) • Restrict building in flood prone areas • *Provide evacuation routes and education • Elevate structures • *Flood proof structures • *Educate the public about flood risk and flood insurance • Real Estate Disclosure • *Shelters • Maintaining and expanding current programs (CRS activities, etc.) (Rev. 2009) • *Red Cross relations • *Evacuation plans • *Flood structure projects (i.e.: engineered logjams, etc.) • Dredging (nearly impossible and expensive as we would have to maintain after the first time) • Promote projects which reduce constriction to flood waters - especially transportation system barriers- and prohibit projects which add to restriction. • Provide 100-year flood protection for all water treatment facilities within the floodplain • Provide 100-year flood protection for all of the wastewater facilities within the floodplain • Develop and implement a variety of flood control projects designed to reduce peak flow rates of the Hoh River during flood events LAND MOVEMENT: Portions of Jefferson County are prone to landslide due to steep slopes, soil erosion, fractured rock faces, etc. Landslides occur with some frequency during winter storms, resulting in temporary road closures. • Reduce or eliminate development in slide prone areas • *Move roads and/or improve roadside drainage • Surface water management • Educate the public • *Critical Areas Ordinance enforcement • Land acquisition in slide prone areas • Denial is a big issue. • *Notification of Road Closures need to improve • *Blockage plan • Increase building set-back requirements from known unstable slopes and alluvial fans • River Plans where rivers and roads parallel and are frequently flooded • Engineered logjams and rip rap to armor banks against erosion SEVERE STORMS: Jefferson County is located in a borderline high wind area. The design wind speed for Jefferson County is 80 mph. Some portions of Jefferson County are located in exposure B (1997 UBC) areas where some protection from winds is provided by forests and hills. Other portions of the County are in exposure C areas where there is little or no protection from high wind. • Build to Snow Load code • Wind Code • *Educate the public with Damage Reduction Programs (i.e.: cut trees back) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 402 May 2017 • Open space preservation • Retrofit • Tie-Downs TSUNAMI: • Additional AHAB Units to provide better coverage. (rev. 2009) • *Early Warning. (Nixle, media) (rev. 2016) • *Education – work with Marine Science Center on public outreach. (rev. 2009) • *Evacuation Routes VOLCANIC EVENT: • Relocate • *Early warning • *Public Education • *Use AHAB for volcanic events. (rev. 2009) • *Use Nixle for volcanic events (rev. 2016) WILDFIRE – FOREST / URBAN INTERFACE: • Brush Reduction Program • Defensible Landscaping (rev. 2009) • Fire Hazard Atlas for Housing Developments in the County • *Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment in the County • Emergency Call Trees at Homeowners Associations • *Firewise Education (rev. 2009) • *Evacuation Routes PORT TOWNSEND WATER SYSTEM (2016): Selected mitigation strategies from the NOPRCD Report that interested citizens felt could be added to the Port Townsend Water System section of the Port Townsend profile1: • CI-16: Use homeowner outreach to encourage relocation outside floodplains • CI-17: Encourage relocation of infrastructure outside of coastal flood zone • E-5: Increase regional capacity for water storage (preferable with natural systems) • E-23: Develop a funding program appropriate for acquisition of high-risk structures in coastal or riverine flood zones • WS-1: Enhance education on drought and water supplies issues for the peninsula • WS-2: Adopt new regulations requiring water-efficient appliances • WS-3: Promote and incentivize smart irrigation technologies for agriculture • WS-12: Develop or increase incentives for low-water use landscaping • WS-13: Adjust rate structure for water use to incentivize conservation where needed • WS-14: Develop code and infrastructure for a municipal reclaimed water system • WS-15: Enhance residential water conservation through incentives and outreach Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 403 May 2017 MARROWSTONE ISLAND (2016): • Rebuild Marrowstone Island Fire Station since it will be cut off from the mainland after a major earthquake event. (2016) • Staff Marrowstone Island Fire Station (rev. 2016) • Marrowstone Island Store is at a low spot on the island and will likely be lost in a tsunami. (2016) • Need to have emergency food on the island or a Plan for getting it there or a Plan for evacuation. (2016) • Mudslides will cut off Marrowstone for weeks; need a Plan for emergency shelter and food. (2016) • Fort Flagler could have large numbers of tourists during a catastrophic event. Estimated at 1,200 – 1,500 by a retired Park Ranger (2016) • *Seismically retrofit or replace bridge to Marrowstone Island (2016) Marrowstone Island Fire Station The Bridge to Marrowstone Island Source: EJFR.org Source: Marrowstone Island Emergency Preparedness Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 404 May 2017 Marrowstone Island Foundation Request for Support Source: Email to Project Coordinator Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 405 May 2017 RISK REPORT FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY INCLUDING CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND AND THE HOH TRIBE (Relevant Excerpts) “The Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan, which expired June 6, 2015, identified the following Hazard Mitigation Projects that can be aided by the information in this Risk Report. The County is currently updating their Plan.2” Table RR-1 is the “Risk Report” analysis of the 2009 Plan and how the authors feel their report can be used to enhance the 2016 Revision of the Plan.3 Some of that has already been included in the Hazard Profiles in this document. Table RR-1 – Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan Analysis4 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 406 May 2017 Based on the recommendations in Table RR-1, the Risk Report for Jefferson County suggested the strategies in Table RR-2.3 Table RR-2 – Jefferson County Recommended Mitigation Strategies5 Problem Statement Recommended Strategy Jefferson County has 681 properties in the Special Flood Hazard Area (but only 162 flood insurance policies), representing $4.9 million in losses after a 1-percent-annual-chance flood. • Develop an outreach strategy to help homeowners, realtors, and insurance agents understand the value of flood insurance. • Use the Risk Report to conduct a Benefit-Cost Analysis and apply for FEMA funding to elevate or relocate structures out of the floodplain. Jefferson County has 8 percent of its buildings located in the moderate-high liquefaction zone, with 2,139 of them built before modern building codes, increasing the risk of significant damage to an earthquake. • Develop priority list for essential facility earthquake retrofit. • Develop an outreach strategy or mitigation program for homeowners or businesses to retrofit older buildings. Jefferson County’s building dollar losses are $164 million for a Whidbey M7.4 earthquake. Essential facilities and infrastructure are of particular concern and are likely to lose function immediately after an event. • Develop priority list for essential facility earthquake retrofit. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula6 The Climate Change Preparedness Plan, developed under the auspices of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation and Development Council (NOPRCD), analyzes the potential climatic change for Jefferson County and vicinity, and recommends strategies for anticipation those potential changes. Appendix “A” of that document provides a comprehensive list of strategies. Extracts of the analysis and some recommendations have been included throughout the Plan. Since that appendix is thirty pages long, we incorporate it by reference rather than adding to the weight of this tome. The illustration below shows the format of each recommendation in Climate Change Preparedness Plan Appendix “A”: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 407 May 2017 References – Risk Report for Jefferson County 1. Comments on the Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan, by Robert Bindschadler (NASA Emeritus Scientist) and Cindy Jayne, Email to Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator, January 6, 2017, p.6. 2. “FEMA, WADNR, WAECY, RiskMAP, and Resilienceaction Partners, Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January 2016, p. 25. 3. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf 4. Ibid. 5. Ibid. 6. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency, Appendix A. Available: www.noprcd.org. Tables – Risk Report for Jefferson County RR-1 Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan Analysis RR-2 Jefferson County Recommended Mitigation Strategies Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 408 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 691 May 2017 SECTION V Mitigation Strategy Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 692 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 693 May 2017 Mitigation Strategy This section of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan contains proposed mitigation strategies for all of the participating jurisdictions. Some of the mitigation strategies are universal, and everyone will participate in them to the extent their resources allow. Other strategies are peculiar to the unique circumstances of the particular district or entity that brought them forth. Mitigation Goals The natural hazard mitigation goals listed in this portion of the plan are multi-jurisdictional in nature and are intended to help guide the direction of and prioritize future natural hazard mitigation activities at the local level aimed at reducing risk and preventing loss from natural hazards. The plan goals describe the overall direction that Jefferson County and Port Townsend agencies, organizations, special districts, private industry and citizens can take toward mitigating risk from natural hazards. The goals are the guiding principles from the broad direction of the mission statement to the specific recommendations of the action items. (1) Protect Life and Property • Implement activities that assist in protecting lives by making homes, businesses, infrastructure, critical facilities, and other property more resistant to losses from natural hazards. • Improve hazard assessment information to make recommendations for discouraging new development and encouraging preventive measures for existing development in areas vulnerable to natural hazards. • Enhance the Jefferson Community Emergency Response Team (C.E.R.T.) Program to provide citizens from all areas of Jefferson County with the information and tools they need to help them, their families, and their neighbors in the hours and days immediately following an emergency or disaster event. • Encourage homeowners and businesses to purchase insurance coverage for damages caused by natural hazards. • Encourage homeowners and businesses to take preventative actions in areas that are especially vulnerable to natural hazards. (2) Public Awareness • Develop and implement education and outreach programs to increase public awareness of the risks associated with natural hazards. • Provide information on tools, partnership opportunities, and funding resources to assist in implementing mitigation activities. • Develop and implement additional education and outreach programs to increase public awareness of the risks associated with natural hazards. • Continue the current flood awareness programs conducted by various jurisdictions as part of the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. • Create an earthquake awareness program conducted by various jurisdictions in which the vulnerability to earthquakes is high. • Enhance the awareness programs for Wildland – Urban Interface fire risks, particularly with Homeowners Associations in wildland settings. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 694 May 2017 (3) Natural Systems • Balance watershed planning, natural resource planning, and land use planning with natural hazard mitigation to protect life, property, the economy, and the environment. • Preserve, rehabilitate, and enhance natural systems to serve natural hazard mitigation functions. (4) Partnerships and Implementation • Encourage leadership within private and public sector organizations to prioritize and implement local, county, and regional hazard mitigation activities. • Strengthen inter-jurisdiction and inter-agency communication and coordination and partnering of jurisdictions and agencies within Jefferson County to foster the establishment and implementation of natural hazard mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit multiple jurisdictions. • Strengthen inter-jurisdiction and inter-agency communication and coordination and partnering of jurisdictions and agencies between Jefferson County and its bordering neighbors to foster the establishment and implementation of natural hazard mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit multiple jurisdictions. • Develop a partnership with the local and regional newspapers to produce a series of in-depth articles on each natural hazard and both personal and public mitigation techniques. • Develop and strengthen coordination and cooperation with local business and industries that are particularly vulnerable to natural hazards in Jefferson County. (5) Emergency Services • Encourage the establishment of policies at the local level to help insure the prioritizing and implementation of mitigation strategies and/or projects designed to benefit critical/essential facilities, services, and infrastructure. • Where appropriate, coordinate and integrate natural hazard mitigation activities with existing local emergency operations plans. • Strengthen emergency operations by increasing collaboration and coordination among public agencies, non-profit organizations, business, and industry. The Action Plan Matrix The action items are a listing of activities in which county and city agencies and jurisdictions and citizens can be engaged to reduce risk. Each action item includes an estimate of the timeline for implementation. Short-term action items (ST) are activities that may be implemented with existing resources and authorities within one to three years. Long-term action items (LT) may require new or additional resources or authorities, and may take between one and five years to implement. Ongoing action items (OG) are continuous activities such as the annual review and update of the mitigation plan, itself. The action items are organized within the following matrix, which lists all of the multi-hazard and hazard-specific action items included in the mitigation plan. These action items are the culmination of the data collection, research and analysis, and public participation process leading up to this plan. The Action Plan Matrix organizes this information into a management tool to be used in implementing the actions. The matrix includes the following information for each action item: • Natural Hazard. A unique identifier within the document that tells the type of action item (short-term or long-term), the type of hazard, and the action item number for that action in the plan. New or changed items in the list for 2016 are flagged with an “*”. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 695 May 2017 • Action Item. A description of the action to be taken. • Champions. The organizations or individuals who are taking the lead responsibility in making the action happen. This can be the public agency with regulatory responsibility to address natural hazards, or that is willing and able to oversee activity, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Champions may include local, county, regional public and private agencies, businesses or individuals that are capable of or willing to be responsible for implementing activities and programs. • Timeline. Action items include both short-term and long-term activities. The time-line attempts to put a gross estimate of the time it will take to implement the action given the availability of resources needed. Some items will be an ongoing effort that effectively requires a lifestyle change or permanent allocation of resources, while other items may be events or programs with specific accomplishments by a specific time. • Plan Goals. This cell of the matrix contains the item numbers of the plan goals from the previous page that this activity seeks to meet. • Action Item Lifecycle Stage. Each activity that is not continuous has a life cycle that it goes through: action item concept, public input & planning, funding, execution of action item, adoption or implementation, maintenance, monitor and evaluate. This grid within the matrix provides a visual quick-reference to progress on a given activity. Life Cycle Stages include: (1) Action Item Concept - Indicates a concrete idea or plan has been developed to take forward in the process. (2) Public Input & Planning – Indicates that the process is at the stage where it is collecting public input and planning, if appropriate. (3) Funding – Indicates that funds are being sought to implement the action as appropriate. This can be from budget, grants, donations, etc. (4) Execution of Action Item – May be drafting of a report, ado (5) Adoption of policy resolutions, implementation of building projects, etc. (6) Adoption or Implement – Adoption of resolutions to implement plans or approve projects. (7) Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate - Review, evaluate and maintain the project or plan as defined by the project charter. The format of the matrix is to have one table with the action items in it and a second table that marks the progress on the action items. The layout is intended to allow the user to open the Plan in a book format and have the corresponding pieces of both tables opposite each other for easy viewing. Elements that have changed in the revisions have their Natural Hazard ID marked with an asterisk. If the item has been completed, it also has a strike-through of the ID. Comments added for the 2016 Revision are in Blue. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 696 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-0* Adopt and Participate in the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan as official plan. Jefferson County, City of Port Townsend, and all Special Districts Ongoing – Participation in update – 2016; Adoption – after FEMA review. 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services OG-MH-1 Identify and pursue funding opportunities to develop and implement local and county mitigation activities. Jefferson County, City of Port Townsend and all Special Districts. Ongoing 4. Partnerships and Implementation OG-MH-2 Identify, improve, and sustain collaborative programs focusing on the real estate and insurance industries, public and private sector organizations, and individuals to avoid activity that increases risk to natural hazards. DEM, Economic Development Council Ongoing 1. Protect Life & Property, 2. Public Awareness, 4. Partnerships and Implementation OG-MH-3 Educate the citizenry in the role of the 1st Responder through Citizen’s Police Academy. Port Townsend Police and Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office Ongoing 2. Public Awareness, OG-MH-4* Train personnel on how to react in a natural disaster. PTPD, JCSO, JCFD1, JCPUD1 Ongoing 1. Protect Life & Property. 5. Emergency Services Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 697 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-0 X X X X X OG-MH-1 X X X X X OG-MH-2 X X X X X OG-MH-3 X X X X X OG-MH-4* X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 698 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan JCDEM, Port of Port Townsend, All School Districts. Ongoing 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services OG-MH-6* Regular Review of Capital Improvement Plan to include newly identified mitigation plans. Port of Port Townsend Annual – Latest revision 2015; Prioritization in January 2016. 1. Protect Life & Property, 5. Emergency Services ST-MH-1* Establish a formal role for the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Advisory Committee to develop a sustainable process for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating countywide mitigation activities. Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee Short-Term – Reconstitute for 2016 update. 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-2 Integrate goals and action items from the Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan into existing regulatory documents and programs where appropriate. Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee Ongoing 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-3 Develop public and private partnerships to foster natural hazard mitigation program coordination in Jefferson County DEM, DCD, Economic Development Council; Neighborhood Emergency Groups On-going 4. Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 699 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items OG-MH-5 X X X X OG-MH-6* X X X X X ST-MH-1* X X X X ST-MH-2 X X X X ST-MH-3 X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 700 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items ST-MH-4* Improve facilities to survive earthquakes and storms better. Provide continuity of service. Jefferson County Water Districts 1,2,3 Opted Out in 2009 Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-5* Build new 911 Dispatch Center and new Emergency Operation Center DEM, JeffCom Completed 2005 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency ST-MH-6* Develop inventories of at-risk buildings and infrastructure and prioritize mitigation projects. DEM, DSD, DCD, and GIS Short-Term – Updated for 2016 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-7* Evaluate and integrate citizen ideas into planning and implementation efforts. Jefferson County, Port Townsend and all participating Special Districts. Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated use of communications & OPSCAN Program. JeffCom 911, DEM, PTPD, JCSO, All Fire Districts Completed 2007 - 2009 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency ST-MH-9* Increase fuel supply for generators to 72 hours and improve storage accessibility. Jefferson County Hospital District 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Target: 12/31/2016 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-MH-10* Plan for Emergency Specialty Services Building power generation & fuel supply. Jefferson County Hospital District 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Target: 12/31/2016 1. Protect Life & Property, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 701 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items ST-MH-4* X X X X X X ST-MH-5* X X X X X X ST-MH-6* X X X X ST-MH-7* X X ST-MH-8* X X X X X X ST-MH-9* X X X X ST-MH-10* X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 702 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-MH-1 Strengthen emergency services preparedness and Long-Term response by linking emergency services with Multi-Hazard mitigation programs, and enhancing public education on a regional scale. DEM, DSD, DCD Short-Term 5. Emergency Services LT-MH-2 Develop, enhance, and implement education programs aimed at mitigating natural hazards, and reducing the risk to citizens, public agencies, private property owners, businesses and schools. JCDEM Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 2. Public Awareness LT-MH-3* Use technical knowledge of natural ecosystems and events to link natural resource management and land use organizations to mitigation activities and technical assistance. DCD, DSD Long-Term 3. Natural Systems LT-MH-4* Expand SCADA Controls JCPUD1 Short Term to Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-MH-5* Backup Transformer for Substation JCPUD1 Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-MH-6* Underground conductor where possible. JCPUD1 Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-MH-7* Create and build Port Townsend Resiliency Center Port Townsend, PTSD50, JCPHD2, YMCA Short Term to Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 4.Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 703 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Multi-Hazard Mitigation Action Items (Cont.) LT-MH-1 X X X LT-MH-2 X X X LT-MH-3 X X X LT-MH-4* X X X X LT-MH-5* X X X X LT-MH-6* X X X X LT-MH-7* X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 704 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Avalanche Mitigation Action Items ST-AV-1 None Identified LT-AV-1 None Identified Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Avalanche Mitigation Action Items ST-AV-1 N/A LT-AV-1 N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 705 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Drought Mitigation Action Items ST-DR-1* Coordinate drought policies with Port Townsend Paper. Port Townsend Public Works Active review during 2015 due to City water sources approaching critical levels due to drought. 1. Protect Life, Property and Local Economy Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Drought Mitigation Action Items ST-DR-1* X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 706 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Earthquake Mitigation Action Items ST-EQ-1* Integrate new earthquake mapping data and improve technical analysis of earthquake hazards. USGS, JC-GIS 2 Years 1. Protect Life & Property, 4.Partnerships and Implementation ST-EQ-2 Structural Bracing of Shelving; JC Library Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-3* Port Water System Upgrade Improvements; Improvements to Quilcene reservoir and distribution lines. Port of Port Townsend Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-4* Build new Transit Facility to current earthquake codes. Jefferson Transit Authority Long-term Competed June 15, 2015 1. Protect Life & Property, 5.Emergency Services ST-EQ-5 Purchase specialized equipment for water shortage emergencies JCPUD1 Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, 5.Emergency Services ST-EQ-6 Secure Equipment to Floors & Walls JCPUD1 Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-7 Put automatic shut-off valves on all reservoirs. JCPUD1 Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property, ST-EQ-8* Retrofit Fire Station for Earthquake Protection JCFD2 Short-term – Not Done Yet. 1. Protect Life & Property ST-EQ-8* Retrofit Fire Station for Earthquake Protection JCFD3 Complete 1. Protect Life & Property ST-EQ-9 Seismically retrofit High School Gym; add seismic shut-off valves to propane tanks. Chimacum School District Short-term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-1 Identify funding sources for structural and nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. City & County Government Ongoing – Long-term 1. Protect Life & Property, 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-EQ-2* Seismically Retrofit Tunnel Lids throughout the Historic Downtown Business District. (High Priority - Underway starting in 2009.) (Rev. 2009). All entities Ongoing – Long Term 1. Protect Life & Property, 4. Partnerships and Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 707 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Earthquake Mitigation Action Items ST-EQ-1 X ST-EQ-2 X X ST-EQ-3* X X X X X X ST-EQ-4* X X X X X X ST-EQ-5* X X X X X X ST-EQ-6* X X X X X X ST-EQ-7* X X X X X X ST-EQ-8* X X X X X X ST-EQ-9 X X X X LT-EQ-1 X X X X LT-EQ-2* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 708 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-3 Encourage seismic strength evaluations of critical facilities in the County to identify vulnerabilities for mitigation. City & County Government Long-Term – started in 2007. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-4 Encourage reduction of nonstructural and structural hazards in homes, schools, business, and government offices. City & County Government Long-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-EQ-5* Seismically retrofit Port Townsend Historical City Hall. PT Public Works Long-Term – Completed 2005 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-6* Replace Port Townsend Fire Station with seismically sound station. PT Public Works & PTFD Construction Underway Completed 2005 1. Protect Life & Property 5. Emergency Services LT-EQ-7* Move Port Townsend Police Station outside of liquefaction zone. PT Government - Planning Underway Completed 2009 1. Protect Life & Property 5. Emergency Services LT-EQ-8* Seismically Reinforce Port Townsend Library Port Townsend Long-term –1st piece of funding via PDM 2007. Completed 2013. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-9* Seismically Reinforce Port Townsend Tunnel Lids Port Townsend Long-term – Funded via Budget, DR-1682, DR-1734, and DR-1817. Completed. 1. Protect Life & Property, 5.Emergency Services LT-EQ-10* Increase Emergency food supply for staff and patients. JC Hospital Dist. 2 Completed. 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-11* Increase Emergency Water supply for staff and patients. JC Hospital Dist. 2 Not Yet Completed. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 709 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-3 X LT-EQ-4 X LT-EQ-5* X X X X X X LT-EQ-6* X X X X X X LT-EQ-7* X X X X X X LT-EQ-8* X X X X X X LT-EQ-9* X X X X X X LT-EQ-10* X X X X X X LT-EQ-11* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 710 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-12* Marina redevelopment to new building codes; Upland development in Quilcene will meet new building codes. Port of Port Townsend Long-term; Planning is Short Term. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-EQ-13* Upgrade existing facilities to withstand earthquakes better. Port Ludlow Drainage District (Opted Out – 2016) Long-term 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-14* Nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. School Districts: PTSD50; Brinnon SD46; Chimacum SD49; QVSD402 Ongoing – Long- term 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-15* Replace Station 1-1 with seismically sound station. JCFD1 Completed - 2014 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-16* Continue hardening and upgrading infrastructure at tower sites. JeffCom Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property, LT-EQ-17* Expansion of the Library will allow the opportunity to seismically retrofit existing facilities. Jefferson County Library District Long-term – no immediate date. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-EQ-18* Enhance fire station 6-2 seismically. Port of Port Townsend New CIP being developed. 1. Protect Life & Property Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 711 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Earthquake Mitigation Action Items LT-EQ-12 X X LT-EQ-13* X X X X X X LT-EQ-14 X X LT-EQ-15* X X X X X X LT-EQ-16* X X X X LT-EQ-17* X LT-EQ-18* X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 712 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Flood Mitigation Action Items ST-FL-1 Analyze each repetitive flood property within Jefferson County and identify feasible mitigation options. DCD, DSD, Wa Dept. of Ecology, FEMA Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation ST-FL-2 Recommend revisions to standards required for development occurring within the floodplain, where appropriate. DCD, DSD Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems ST-FL-3* Develop better flood warning systems. JCDEM, DCD, DSD Complete – Using AHAB system. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-FL-1* Enhance data and mapping for floodplain information within the County, and identify and map flood-prone areas outside of designated floodplains. DSD Long-Term – FEMA FIRMS update to be completed in 2016. 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 5. Emergency Services LT-FL-2* Encourage development of acquisition and management strategies to preserve open space for flood mitigation, fish habitat, and water quality in the floodplain. City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Jefferson County Land Trust, and the Salmon Recovery Office Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-FL-3 Identify surface water drainage obstructions for all parts of unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 713 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Flood Mitigation Action Items ST-FL-1* X X X ST-FL-2 X X X ST-FL-3* X X X LT-FL-1* X X X LT-FL-2* X X X LT-FL-3 X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 714 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Flood Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-FL-4* Establish a framework to compile and coordinate surface water management plans and data throughout the county. Jefferson County Public Works Long-Term 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-FL-5* Move JCFD4 Fire Station 4-2 out of repetitive flood zone. JCFD4 Long-Term – Completed - 2010 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 5. Emergency Services LT-FL-6 Coordinate with Fish & Wildlife to develop Hoh River mitigation plan. JC Public Works Long-Term – Underway 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems 4. Partnerships and Implementation LT-FL-7* Upgrade drainage conveyance to handle 100-year flood event. Port Ludlow Drainage District (Opted Out – 2016) Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 715 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Flood Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-FL-4 X LT-FL-5* X X X X X X LT-FL-6 X X X LT-FL-7 X X N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 716 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Landslide Mitigation Action Items ST-LS-1 Improve knowledge of landslide hazard areas and understanding of vulnerability and risk to life and property in hazard-prone areas. JC Public Works, DEM Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems ST-LS-2* Identify safe evacuation routes in high-risk debris flow and landslide areas. JC Public Works, DEM Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems LT-LS-1 Evaluate current landslide warning systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency and increase coordination between local jurisdictions. DEM Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-LS-2* Limit activities in identified potential and historical landslide areas through regulation and public outreach. County Government Long-Term – Under review. 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems LT-LS-3* Relocate Undie Road to prevent further destruction of the road by landslides. County Public Works Long-Term – Seeking Funding Help. 1. Protect Life & Property 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 717 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Landslide Mitigation Action Items ST-LS-1 X X ST-LS-2* X X LT-LS-1 X LT-LS-2* X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 718 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items ST-WS-1 Enhance strategies for debris management for severe winter storm events. PT Public works, JC Public Works Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation ST-WS-2* Develop and implement programs to identify and remove hazard trees located in public right-of-way to reduce potential danger to lives, property, and public infrastructure during windstorms events. PT Public works, JC Public Works Puget Sound Energy sold Jefferson County assets to Jefferson County PUD #1 (JCPUD1). Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation ST-WS-3 Map and publicize locations around the county that have the highest incidence of extreme storms. DEM Short-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships & Implementation ST-WS-4 Replace flat office roof with gable roof to shed snow. JCPUD1 Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-5* Replace windows on Jefferson General Hospital to withstand storms. JC Hospital Dist. #2 Short-Term – Completed 2008 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-6* Replace roof on PT High School Annex PT School Dist. Completed - 2013 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-7 Provide emergency backup power for school building. Queets / Clearwater School Dist. Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-8* Replace roof of Shop, Bus Barn & Admin Building.to handle weather. Severe snow would put most roofs in jeopardy of collapse. Quilcene School District Completed 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-9* Develop and Implement storm water pollution and protection plan through DOE. Quillayute School District Long / Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 719 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items ST-WS-1 X ST-WS-2 X ST-WS-3 X ST-WS-4 X X ST-WS-5* X X X X X X ST-WS-6* X X X X X X ST-WS-7 X X ST-WS-8* X X ST-WS-9* X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 720 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items (cont.) ST-WS-10* Establish Tree Trimming Protocols JCPUD1 Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property ST-WS-11* Intertie water systems as much as possible. JCPUD1 Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-WS-1* Develop and implement programs to coordinate maintenance and mitigation activities to reduce risk to public infrastructure from severe winter storms. PT Public works, JC Public Works Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation LT-WS-2 Increase public awareness of severe winter storm mitigation activities. County & City Governments Long-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships & Implementation LT-WS-3* Enhance Courthouse clock tower to be able to withstand 70-knot winds. County & City Governments Long-Term – Completed 2008. 1. Protect Life & Property LT-WS-4* Support/encourage electrical utilities in mitigation activities to reduce power outages from storms. DEM, County & City Governments Complete – PUD representative is now present at EOC during activations – and participates in Incident Management Team training. PUD also does pre-storm briefings and prunes rights-of-way to reduce downfall. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships & Implementation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 721 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Severe Local Storm Mitigation Action Items (cont.) ST-WS-10* X X X X ST-WS-11* X X LT-WS-1* X X X X LT-WS-2 X X LT-WS-3* X X X X X X LT-WS-4* X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 722 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Tsunami / Seiche Mitigation Action Items ST-TS-1* Breakwater Jetty / Wingwall Improvement Port of Port Townsend Long Term; Planning is Short Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-TS-1* Move PT Police Station outside of inundation zone. Port Townsend Long-Term – Completed 2009. 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Emergency Services Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Volcanic Event Mitigation Action Items ST-VO-1 Find ash fall models that are specific to Jefferson County. DEM, JC GIS Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 3. Natural Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 723 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Tsunami / Seiche Mitigation Action Items ST-TS-1* X X LT-TS-1* X X X X X X Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Volcanic Event Mitigation Action Items ST-VO-1 X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 724 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Wildfire Mitigation Action Items OG-WF-1 OG-WF-2* Public Education JCFD2 Commissioners Yearly Classes -Ongoing 1. Public Awareness ST-WF-1 Enhance Emergency Services to increase efficiency of wildfire response and recovery activities. EJFR – JCFD5, DEM Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services ST-WF-2 Educate district personnel on federal cost-share and grant programs etc. so that full array of assistance to local agencies is understood. JCFD1 – JCFD5 Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services ST-WF-3 Create wildfire hazard atlas for City of Port Townsend. EJFR Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 5. Emergency Services ST-WF-4 Install fire doors and fire suppression system. Queets Clearwater School District Short-Term 1. Protect Life & Property LT-WF-1 Development and dissemination of maps relating to the fire hazard to help educate and assist builders and homeowners in being engaged in wildfire mitigation activities, and to help guide emergency services during response. EJFR Long-Term 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 725 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals LT-WF-2* Firewise Program - Enhance outreach and education programs aimed at mitigating wildfire hazards and reducing or preventing the exposure of citizens, public agencies, private property owners, and businesses to natural hazards. JCFD1, WSU, JCFD2, JCFD3 Long-Term Annual 1. Protect Life & Property 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Wildfire Mitigation Action Items OG-WF-1* OG-WF-2* X X X X X X ST-WF-1 X ST-WF-2 X ST-WF-3 X X X X ST-WF-4 X X X X LT-WF-1 X LT-WF-2* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 726 May 2017 Five-Year Action Plan Matrix Natural Hazard ID Action Item Champion Timeline Plan Goals Wildfire Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-WF-3 Increase communication, coordination, and collaboration between wildland/urban interface property owners, local and county planners, and fire prevention crews and officials to address risks, existing mitigation measures, and federal assistance. City & County Government Long-Term 2. Public Awareness 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-WF-4* Consolidate fire districts to put more apparatus and personnel on wildfires. PTFD & JCFD6 merged into JCFD1; JCFD3 & Kitsap County Long-Term JCFD1 Completed; JCFD3 executed MOU with Kitsap 1. Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services LT-WF-5* Develop a “battalion” strategy to more effectively coordinate rural districts on wildfires. JCFD1 through JCFD5 Long-Term – Completed in 2006. 1.Protect Life & Property 4. Partnerships and Implementation 5. Emergency Services Five-Year Action Plan Matrix: Action Item Lifecycle Natural Hazard ID Action Item Concept Public Input & Planning Funding Execution of Action Item Completion Maintain, Monitor, and Evaluate Wildfire Mitigation Action Items (cont.) LT-WF-3 X LT-WF-4* X X X X X X LT-WF-5* X X X X X X Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 75 September 2016 SECTION II MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 76 September 2016 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 77 September 2016 Multi-Jurisdictional Community Profile INTRODUCTION The research and preparation of the Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Identification is an outgrowth of The Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis (THIRA) which was completed in January 2016.1 It also contains data extracted from the Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe.2 The purpose of these analyses is to provide information on potential large-scale hazards that could impact Jefferson County. It is intended to provide a basis for awareness and planning to support county-wide emergency management programs. The hazards discussed in this section are not the only ones that may threaten the people or the properties of the County. Conditions may change and new information may become available that could necessitate modifications. Data contained in this Analysis has been extracted from various publications, maps, and internet websites. This section is not intended to be a detailed study of each hazard, but rather a general overview of hazards and vulnerabilities to those hazards as pertains to Jefferson County. JEFFERSON COUNTY PROFILE GEOGRAPHY Jefferson County, the 18th largest county in Washington, is situated in the upper half of the Olympic Peninsula in Northwest Washington.3 Mountains, rolling timbered hills and lowlands comprise the topography. Mountains comprise approximately 75% of the county’s landmass and fall within the boundaries of the Olympic National Park and the Olympic National Forest. The county is bounded by the Pacific Ocean on its western edge. Beach areas on the Pacific are also part of the Olympic National Park. (See Figure J-1 Jefferson County.) According to the Washington Data Book, the county has a total area of 5,655 km² (2,184 mi²). 4,699 km² (1,814 mi²) of it is land and 956 km² (369 mi²) of it (16.91%) is water. The county is split in three parts by its landforms: Eastern Jefferson County along the Strait of Juan de Fuca, Admiralty Inlet, and Puget Sound; Central Jefferson County, which is uninhabited and lies in the Olympic Mountains within Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest and Western Jefferson County, along the Pacific Ocean. Because of the mountainous barrier, there is no road lying entirely within Jefferson County that connects the eastern and western parts. The most direct land route between the two ends of the county involves a drive of approximately 100 miles along U.S. Route 101 through neighboring Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 78 September 2016 Clallam County. The mountains also block the damp Chinook winds, which make the climate very much wetter in the West than the so-called Eastern "banana belt" in the rain shadow.4 The original formation of Jefferson County during a time when the Oregon Territory was poorly explored is now generally recognized as a geographical error, but an error which cannot be conveniently rectified. The Strait of Juan de Fuca separates Vancouver Island of British Columbia from the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state. The western and eastern areas of the county are separated by the Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest properties. The mountain areas of the Park include mountains up to nearly 8,000 feet. These National Park and National Forest areas are among the most scenic areas of the state if not the entire country. The lower half of the eastern shoreline of Hood Canal is also part of the Olympic National Forest. The upper half of the eastern shoreline is an area of rich valleys leading to the foothills of the Olympic Mountains. Steep and rocky cliffs give way to low beaches and wetlands. The upper half of the eastern section of the county is where most of the population resides. Eastern Jefferson County consists of low rolling hills leading to moderately steep, glacial terraces and long narrow valleys in the northern and northeaster sections. The southeastern section consists primarily of moderately steep, to steep glacial terraces and very steep, rough mountain foothills. In Western Jefferson County, the 30-mile long coastal area includes many beaches and rocky cliffs. The broad valleys of several large rivers traverse from the mountains in the central part of the county to the western beaches. The coastal area consists of gentle rolling to moderately steep glacial terraced uplands interspersed with numerous swampy depressions. Several mountainous spur ridges up to 1,500 feet tall are part of this coastal area. From the coastal area to the Olympic Park boundary, the topography rises abruptly to 3,400 feet to become part of the steep western flanks of the Olympic Mountains. (See Figure J-2 Geology) CLIMATE WEST OLYMPIC-COASTAL (West Jefferson County) – This area includes the coastal plains and western slope of the Coastal Range from the Columbia River to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The Olympic Mountains, located on the northern section of the Olympic Peninsula, tower to nearly 8,000 feet deeply carved by rivers. The Willapa Hills, elevation 1,000 to 3,000 feet, form a continuous ridge from the Chehalis River valley to the Columbia River. This area receives the full force of storms moving inland from over the ocean, thus heavy precipitation and winds of gale force occur frequently during the winter season. Wind velocities in the lower elevations can be expected to reach 90 to 100 mph. once in 100 years. Wind data from a well-exposed site on a ridge near the ocean, elevation 2,000 feet, indicates that wind velocities in excess of 100 mph occur in the higher elevations almost every winter. The “rainforest” area along the southwestern and western slopes of the Olympic Mountains receives the heaviest precipitation in the continental United States. Annual precipitation ranges from 70 to 100 inches over the Coastal Plains to 150 inches or more along the windward slopes of the mountains. The greatest annual precipitation recorded in the “rainforest” area is 184 inches at Wynoochee Oxbow, elevation 600 feet. The heaviest rainfall during a single storm was 12 inches in 24 hours; 23.5 inches in 48 hours; 28.6 inches in 72 hours; and 35 inches in four days recorded at Quinault Ranger Station, January 21-24, 1935. On Blue Glacier, elevation 6,900 feet and near the summit of Mt. Olympus, 149 inches of precipitation were recorded between August 1957 and Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 79 September 2016 July 1958. The total snowfall for this period was 542 inches. During the same period, precipitation at lower elevation stations was approximately 15 percent below normal. Winter season snowfall ranges from 10 to 30 inches in the lower elevations and between 250 to 500 inches in the higher mountains. In the lower elevations, snow melts rather quickly and depths seldom exceed six to 15 inches. In midwinter, the snowline in the Olympic Mountains and the Willapa Hills is between 1,500 and 3,000 feet above sea level. The higher ridges are covered with snow from November until June. The average maximum temperature in July is near 70° F along the coast and 75° F in the foothills, and minimum temperatures are near 50° F. In winter, the warmer areas are near the coast. In January, maximum temperatures range from 43° to 48° and minimum temperatures from 32° to 38° F. NORTHEAST OLYMPIC-SAN JUAN (Includes East Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend) – This area includes the lower elevations along the northeastern slope of the Olympic Mountains extending eastward along the Strait of Juan de Fuca from near Port Angeles to Whidbey Island and then northward into the San Juan Islands. The Olympic Mountains and the extension of the Coastal Range on Vancouver Island shield this area from winter storms moving inland from over the ocean. This belt in the “rain shadow” of the Olympic Mountains is the driest area in western Washington. The average annual precipitation ranges from about 18 inches near Sequim, Port Townsend and Coupeville to between 25 and 30 inches in the vicinity of Everett on the east, Port Angeles on the west and Olga in the San Juan Islands on the north. Measurable precipitation is recorded on three to five days each month in summer and on 17 to 22 days in winter. Another factor which distinguishes this belt from other localities in the Puget Sound region is the rate of rainfall. This area frequently receives drizzle or light rain while other localities are experiencing light to moderate rainfall. Snowfall is light in the lower elevations adjacent to the water, increasing with distance from the water and rise in terrain. This area is considered to receive slightly more sunshine and have less cloudiness than other localities in Puget Sound; however, the difference is not in proportion to the decrease in precipitation. During the latter half of the summer and early fall, fog banks from over the ocean and Strait of Juan de Fuca result in considerable fog and morning cloudiness in the lower elevations. The average July maximum temperature ranges from 65° F near the water to 70° or 75° F inland, and the minimum temperature is near 50° F. Maximum temperatures seldom exceed 90° F. In January, maximum temperatures are in the 40’s and minimums in the lower 30’s. Minimum temperatures between -5° and –8° F have been recorded; however, the minimum temperature seldom drops below 15° to 20° F. The coldest weather is usually associated with an outbreak of cold air from the interior of Canada. The average date of the last freezing temperature in the spring ranges from the latter half of March near the water to the last of April in agricultural areas 100 to 300 feet above sea level and a few miles inland. The first freezing temperature in the fall is about the first of November. DEMOGRAPHICS The county seat, Port Townsend, hosts nearly one third (8,334) of the total population of the county. The total land area of Jefferson County is 1,144,330 acres or 1814 square miles. (See Figure J-3 Taxing Districts.) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 80 September 2016 The population has grown at an increasing rate. Jefferson County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state. From 1990 to 2000, the population of the county grew 27.2% and projections indicate that growth will continue. (See Figure J-4 Population Trend Maps.) The county attracts many tourists during the summer months. On weekends during special events, the population of Port Townsend is estimated to double. Surrounding communities also experience significant increased traffic and visitors. During the summer tourist season, for example, the population of the west end of Jefferson County can increase from 900 to 10,000. Population Trend Over two decades there has been a discernible shift in the age make-up of the population from the age group 25-40 towards the age group 65+. That shift is expected to continue in the decades from now until 2030, when the largest age group in the county will be the over-65 population. The overall trend is often described as the "graying" of the population. Changing Age Mix in Total Washington State Population The figure J-4 graphs show how Washington's population is getting older. The majority of the population for all years shown is in the 25 - 44 age group. However, while Washington's population grows, the percentage of people 45 and older gets larger and the percentage of people 44 and under gets smaller. POPULATION CENTERS The county’s population centers are primarily based in the northeast corner of the county with Port Townsend having the highest density. Other communities including Port Ludlow, Port Hadlock, Chimacum, and Quilcene have experienced growth over the past several years and are expected to continue in this pattern. (See Figure J-5 Population Density.) Communities in the “West End” of the county are the most sparsely permanently populated areas in the county. During the summer months, the “vacation population” in the West End almost doubles the area’s total population. Popular destinations include the Hoh Rainforest and Kalaloch Ocean Beach located in the Olympic National Park. Hikers, campers, and visitors to lodges come from around the world to visit the Olympic Peninsula. ECONOMY Personal income includes earned income, investment income, and government payments such as Social Security and Veterans Benefits. Investment income includes income imputed from pension funds and from owning a home. Per capita personal income equals total personal income divided by the resident population. Per capita personal income in Jefferson County in 2013 was $47,111 compared to $47,717 for the state and $44,765 for the nation. Jefferson County ranked third in the state in 2013 in per capita income. It ranked third in 2007 and 2008 and fourth in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2012. Given its rural classification, it is not too surprising that Jefferson County has a slightly higher poverty rate than that of the state. According to the U.S. Census QuickFacts, 14.1 percent of those in the county were living below the poverty level compared to 13.2 percent of the state population Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 81 September 2016 and 14.8 percent of the U.S. population in the period 2010 through 2014. The state and national rates are not directly comparable to the county rate because they each use different data sources.5 See Figure J-6 for Land Use Distribution. Major Industries included: Pulp and Paper; Marine Trades/Boatbuilding; Wood Products/Logging; Diversified Manufacturing; Tourism; and Health Care. SIGNIFICANT HISTORICAL DISASTER EVENTS6 Jefferson County has recorded 18 major Presidential Declared Disasters since 1956, not counting those state-wide declarations that included it. It should be noted, that the criteria for qualification for disaster declaration has been modified over the years. In addition, as the population has grown, the impacts on people and property have also increased. Table J-1 below shows the Federal Disaster Declarations for Washington State for the last 45 years. Declarations that directly affected Jefferson County are highlighted in RED, while declarations that affected adjacent counties are highlighted in Blue. Jefferson County is impacted by disasters in neighboring counties in two ways: 1. It has mutual aid agreements with adjacent counties, so wildfires, windstorms, and landslides, for example, can and do result in Jefferson County resources being expended; and 2. Since Jefferson County is on a peninsula, strategically occurring disasters in neighboring counties can disrupt deliveries of food and fuel to Jefferson County just when it is needed most. An earthquake or storm that takes out the Hood Canal Bridge, for example, will cause major economic damage to Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 82 September 2016 Table J-1 - Major Disaster Declarations for Washington 1956-2016 EVENT DATE EVENT COUNTIES / RECIPIENTS February 1956 Maj. #50 - Flooding Adams, Benton, Franklin March 1957 Maj. #70 - Flooding Douglas, Grant, Lincoln October 1962 Maj. #137 - Columbus Day Wind Storm Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom March 1963 Maj. #146 - Flooding Columbia, Garfield, Grant, Whitman, City of Spokane December 1964 Maj. #185 - Heavy rains / flooding Asotin, Benton, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Snohomish, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima May 1965 Maj. #196 - Earthquake King, Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston July 1970 FS #2002 – Forest /grass land fire Okanogan County Department of Natural Resources January 1971 Maj. #300 - Heavy rains /melting snow /flooding Columbia, Garfield, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Skagit, Whatcom, Yakima January 1972 Maj. #322 - Severe storms / flooding Asotin, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Pacific, Skamania, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whitman February 1972 Maj. #328 - Heavy rains / flooding King, Pierce, Thurston May 1972 Maj. #334 - Severe storms / flooding Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan January 1974 Maj. #414 - Severe storms / snowmelt / flooding Asotin, Benton, Columbia, Ferry, Kitsap, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Thurston, Whitman, Yakima December 1975 Maj. #492 - Severe storms / flooding Benton, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Whatcom, Yakima March 1977 Emerg. #3037 - Drought Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Columbia, Douglas, Ferry, Franklin, Garfield, Grant, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima December 1977 Maj. #545 - Severe storms / mudslides / flooding Benton, Clark, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whitman, Yakima March 1979 Emerg. #3070 - Flash flood Town of Mesa, Franklin County July 1979 FS #2033 - Salmon Creek Fire (Okanogan County) Department of Natural Resources December 1979 Maj. #612 – Storms / high tides / mudslides / flooding Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Mason, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom May 1980 Maj. #623 - Mt. St. Helens eruption All 39 counties August 1982 Emerg. #3086 - Threat of Spirit Lake flooding Skamania, Cowlitz, US Army Corps of Engineers, National Weather Service, US Geological Survey December 1982 Maj. #676 - Severe storm/high tide/ flooding Whatcom Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 83 September 2016 EVENT DATE EVENT COUNTIES / RECIPIENTS September 1985 FS #2058 - Barker Mt. fire (Okanogan County) Department of Natural Resources January 1986 Maj. #757 - Severe storms/flooding Clallam, Jefferson, King February 1986 Maj. #762 - Heavy rain/slides/ flooding Cowlitz May 1986 Maj. #769 - Severe storm/dam failure Spokane November 1986 Maj. #784 - Severe storms/flooding Cowlitz, King, Lewis, Pacific, Snohomish, Wahkiakum September 1988 FS #2070 - Dinkleman Fire (Chelan County) Department of Natural Resources March 1989 Maj. #822 - Heavy rains/sheet flooding Douglas, Okanogan, Stevens, Whitman January 1990 Maj. #852 - Severe storms/flooding Benton, Grays Harbor, King, Lewis, Pierce, Thurston, Wahkiakum November 1990 Maj. #883 - Severe storms/flooding Chelan, Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom, Yakima December 1990 Maj. #896 - Storms/high wind/ flooding Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom October 1991 Maj. #922 - Firestorm '91" and wind Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Department of Natural Resources August 1992 FS #2085 - Skookum Fire (Klickitat County) Department of Natural Resources January 1993 Maj. #981 - Inaugural Day Windstorm King, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum July 1994 FS 2103 - Tyee Fire (Chelan County) Department of Natural Resources, Military Department July 1994 FS 2104 - Hatchery Creek Fire (Chelan County) Department of Natural Resources, Military Department August 1994 Major #1037 - El Nino - Salmon Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Pacific, Wahkiakum, Whatcom November 1995 Major #1079 - Flooding and Wind (Nov - Dec 95) Declared Jan 3, 1996 Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom, Yakima February 1996 Major #1100 - Flooding Declared February 9, 1996 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima, and Yakima Indian Reservation August 1996 FS 2186 - Bowie Road Fire Department of Natural Resources, Military Department November 1996 Major #1152 - Ice Storm Declared January 7, 1997 Klickitat, Pend Oreille and Spokane December 1996 Major #1159 - Winter Storm Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Douglas, Ferry, Franklin, Garfield, Grant, Grays Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 84 September 2016 EVENT DATE EVENT COUNTIES / RECIPIENTS (Ice, snow, flooding) Declared January 17, 1997 Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Okanogan, Pacific, Pend Oreille, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Yakima March 1997 Major #1172 - Flooding Declared April 2, 1997 Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lincoln, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Pend Oreille, Stevens April 1997 Major #1182 - Flooding Declared July 21, 1997 Pend Oreille July 1997 FS 2192 - Benton City Fire (Benton County) Department of Natural Resources August 1997 FS 2193 - Newkirk/Red Lake Fire (Spokane/Stevens County) Department of Natural Resources August 1997 FS 2194 - Olympia Command Fire (Benton County) Department of Natural Resources Mar - Nov 1998 Major 1255 - Landslide Declared October 16, 1998 Cowlitz County (Kelso) May 1998 Major 1252 - Flooding Declared October 5, 1998 Ferry and Stevens Counties July 1998 FS 2225 - Cleveland Complex Fire Klickitat County August 1998 FS 2237 - Ballpark Fire Cowlitz County September 1998 FS 2248 - Toucannen Fire Columbia County June 2000 FS 2311 - 24 Command Fire Benton County (Hanford Area) July 2000 FS 2313 - Rocky Hull Fire Okanogan County August 2000 FS 2323 - Mule Dry Fire Benton & Yakima Counties February 2001 DR-1361 - Nisqually Earthquake Declared March 1, 2001 Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Douglas, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Yakima October 2003 DR 1499 Clallam, Jefferson, Grays Harbor, Mason, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom January 27 to February 4, 2006 DR 1641 Severe Storms, Flooding, Tidal Surge, Landslides, and Mudslides Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Snohomish, and Wahkiakum Counties November 2-11, 2006 DR 1671 Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 85 September 2016 EVENT DATE EVENT COUNTIES / RECIPIENTS December 14-15, 2006 DR 1682 Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, and Mudslides All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program December 1 - 17, 2007 DR 1743 Severe Storms and Flooding Clallam Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston and Wahkiakum Counties. December 2008 / January 2009 DR 1817 Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, Mudslides, and Flooding Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Columbia, Cowlitz, Franklin, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Whitman, and Yakima counties. March 2009 DR 1825 Severe Winter Storm and Record and Near Record Snow Clallam, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, and Whatcom counties March 2011 DR 1963 Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Skagit, Skamania, and Wahkiakum. March 2012 DR 4056 Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides Clallam, Grays Harbor, King, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Skamania, Snohomish, Thurston, and Wahkiakum September 2012 DR 4083 Severe Storm, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding Ferry and Okanogan counties and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation March 2014 ED 3370 Flooding and Mudslides State of Washington April 2014 DR 4168 Flooding and Mudslides Snohomish County, including the lands associated with the Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish, and Tulalip Tribes August 2014 DR 4188 Wildfires Kittitas County, Okanogan County and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation August 2015 ED 3372 Wildfires Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Klickitat, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Skamania, Spokane, Stevens, and Yakima and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians, the Spokane Tribe of Indians, and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation October 2015 DR 4242 Severe Windstorm Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Snohomish and Whatcom counties October 2015 DR 4243 Wildfires and Mudslides Chelan, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Whatcom and Yakima; as well as the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation January 2016 DR 4249 Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides Chelan, Clallam, Garfield, Island, Jefferson, Kittitas, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Pend Oreille, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Wahkiakum, and Whitman counties February 2016 DR 4253 Severe Winter Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, Mudslides, and a Tornado Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 86 September 2016 Table J-2 below shows a sampling of significant disaster events that have impacted Port Townsend. Many happened before there were such things as “Disaster Declarations”, and show that the Jefferson County area has always had its share of disaster events, even though there may not have been formal recognition at the time. Table J-2 - Representative Port Townsend Disasters NO DATE LOCATION DESCRIPTION 1 Dec 27, 1866 Downtown Port Townsend Flood Tide inundated all of downtown. Water was reported as being up to the armpits of a man at the current location of the Bishop Hotel.7 2 Jan 6, 1880 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm; 4 feet of snow; drifts up to 10 feet high.8 Snow in Quilcene lasted until March 20th.9 3 Jan 1893 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm10 4 Feb 3, 1916 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm; Reported as 30.5 inches in 24 hours.11 5 Dec 25, 1919 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm12 6 Dec 22, 1955 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm13 7 Oct 12, 1962 Region Columbus Day Storm; Blew roof off of building that currently houses PTPD. Many trees down. Much damage.14 8 Dec 28-29 1968 Port Townsend Ice Storm15 9 2002 Port Townsend Prolonged Drought. Port Townsend Paper lays off workers and shuts down production to conserve Port Townsend’s water supply.16 10 Sept 20 – 22,2016 Port Townsend City Water Supply tested positive for toxins. Preparations were made to issue boil water orders and deliver bottled water, but subsequent testing showed the water to be okay. 11 November 6, 2016 Port Townsend Landslide six hundred feet from the ferry dock closes State Highway 20 for three hours in downtown Port Townsend. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 87 September 2016 MULTI-JURISDICTIONAL HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Table of Figures J-1 Map of Jefferson County, Washington; Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management J-2 Jefferson County & Vicinity Geology, Source: derived from the Geologic Map of Washington, Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources, 2013 J-3 Jefferson County Taxing Districts, GIS Department, Jefferson County Washington J-4 Population Trend Maps, Source: U.S. Census Bureau J-5 Jefferson County Population Density, Source: GIS Department, Jefferson County Washington J-6 Jefferson County Land Use Distribution, GIS Department, Jefferson County Washington, August 2012 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 88 September 2016 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 89 September 2016 Figure J-1 – Jefferson County Washington Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 90 September 2016 Figure J-2 - Jefferson County & Vicinity Geology (Derived from Geologic Map of Washington17) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 91 September 2016 Figure J-3 East Jefferson County Taxing Districts Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 92 September 2016 Figure J-4 - Population Trend Maps Over two decades there has been a discernible shift in the age make-up of the population. That shift is expected to continue in the decades reaching 2030. The overall trend is often described as the "graying" of the population. Changing Age Mix in Total Washington State Population18 The above graphs show how Washington's population is getting older. The majority of the population for all years shown is in the 25 - 44 age group. However, while Washington's population grows, the percentage of people 45 and older gets larger, while the percentage of people 44 and under gets smaller. The changing age mix is shown in the maps below. Note: Counties with more than one most represented age group are given a hashed pattern with the colors from both age groups. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 93 September 2016 Most Represented Age Group by County in 1980 Source: WA Office of Financial Management http://www.ofm.wa.gov/pop/coagemf/EST80-1989.xls Most Represented Age Group by County in 2000 Source: US Census Bureau 2000 SF3, P008 http://www.census.gov/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 94 September 2016 Most Represented Age Group by County in 2030 Source: WA Office of Financial Management http://www.ofm.wa.gov/pop/gma/county_age.xls Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 95 September 2016 Figure J-5 – Population Density Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 96 September 2016 Figure J-6 Land Use Distribution Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 97 September 2016 References 1. The Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Risk Analysis (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, January 2016. 2. Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, FEMA, Resilience Action Partners, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Washington Department of Ecology, and RiskMAP, January 2016, 34 pp. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf 3. County and City Data for Jefferson County, Washington State Data Book - 2014, Washington Office of Financial Management. Available at: http://www.ofm.wa.gov/databook/pdf/53031.pdf 4. Jefferson County Washington, Wikipedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jefferson_County,_Washington 5. Jefferson County Profile by Jim Vleming, Regional Labor Economist, Washington Employment Security Department, December 2015. Available at: https://fortress.wa.gov/esd/employmentdata/reports-publications/regional-reports/county-profiles/jefferson-county-profile 6. Disaster Declarations for Washington, FEMA, Available at: http://www.fema.gov/disasters/grid/state-tribal-government/89?field_disaster_type_term_tid_1=All 7. Port Townsend An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls”, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing Inc., 2000, p. 438. 8. Ibid., 441 9. Port Townsend The City that Whiskey Built, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing Inc., 2002, p. 256. 10. Ibid., 7,441 11. Ibid. 12. Ibid. 13. Ibid., 7,443 14. Ibid., 437. 15. Ibid., 436. 16. “Rain would ease drought conditions”, By Philip L. Watness, Port Townsend Leader, November 6, 2002. 17. Jefferson County & Vicinity Geology, derived from the Geologic Map of Washington, Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources, 2013 18. Changing Age Mix in Total Washington State Population, Washington Office of Financial Management, 2009 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 98 September 2016 Tables J-1 Major Disaster Declarations for Washington 1956-2016 J-2 Representative Port Townsend Disasters Figures J-1 Map of Jefferson County, Washington; Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management J-2 Jefferson County & Vicinity Geology, Source: derived from the Geologic Map of Washington, Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources, 2013 J-3 Jefferson County Taxing Districts, GIS Department, Jefferson County Washington J-4 Population Trend Maps, Source: U.S. Census Bureau J-5 Jefferson County Population Density, Source: GIS Department, Jefferson County Washington J-6 Jefferson County Land Use Distribution, GIS Department, Jefferson County Washington, August 2012 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 99 September 2016 Climate Change Climate Change and Resiliency Considerations FEMA recognizes challenges posed by climate change, including more intense storms, frequent heavy precipitation, heat waves, drought, extreme flooding, and higher sea levels. These phenomena may have impacts on mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery operations as well as the resiliency of critical infrastructure and various emergency assets. FEMA encourages Recipients and subrecipients to consider climate change adaptation and resiliency in their planning and scoping efforts1. FEMA recognizes that it is prudent for jurisdictions to be aware of and plan for more severe climatic events in the future, regardless of what they may be. In its 2011 FEMA Climate Change Adaptation Policy Statement, paragraph IV.A.5 states, “The current standards and guidance, based on today’s climate, may not anticipate the risks structures will face as the climate changes. Therefore, it is important to review guidance and standards to determine the feasibility of incorporating future climate change considerations, and encourage the integration of adaptation measures into local planning and development practices2.” The implications to participants of the Plan are that in the future: 1. FEMA will require updated plans to address climate change in its planning, and 2. Climate change factors will be included in Benefit / Cost Analysis for projects. Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are already proceeding down those lines as steadily as economic feasibility allows. In 2007, they issued a Joint Resolution (County Resolution 44-073, City Resolution 07-0224), committing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and empowering a joint City/County citizen’s committee to develop a Local Climate Action Plan. In 2008, the County and the City issues a Joint Resolution (County Resolution 02-085, City Resolution 08-0016) Providing Composition Terms of Office and Procedural Rules for the Climate Action Committee to create a Climate Action Plan (CAP) for the county. This was followed in January, 2009 with a Joint Resolution (County Resolution 06-097, City Resolution 09-0028) adopting an Inventory of Energy Usage and Associated Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Backcasts, Forecasts, and Interim Targets & Approving Climate Change Committee Workplan.9 In November, 2011, the County and the City adopted the Climate Action Plan10 created by the Climate Action Committee, and proceeded to implement it. The policies and goals of the Climate Action Plan parallel that of the Federal and State governments and will show up in this and future hazard mitigation plans as policy changes and strategic development to enhance the resilience of the area. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 100 September 2016 Climate Change Definition The most general definition of climate change is a change in the statistical properties (principally its mean and spread) of the climate system when considered over long periods of time, regardless of cause. Accordingly, fluctuations over periods shorter than a few decades, such as El Niño, do not represent climate change.11 “The term sometimes is used to refer specifically to climate change caused by human activity, as opposed to changes in climate that may have resulted as part of Earth's natural processes.12 In this sense, especially in the context of environmental policy, the term climate change has become synonymous with anthropogenic global warming. Within scientific journals, global warming refers to surface temperature increases while climate change includes global warming and everything else that increasing greenhouse gas levels affect.13” For the purposes of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Plan), we will use the first definition rather than narrow our focus to only global warming. It is not the purpose of this Plan to advocate a particular solution for global warming. Rather, it is the purpose of this Plan to identify the range of possibilities that can affect the natural hazards in Jefferson County and call those out so that the participants in the Plan can look at the issues that uniquely affect them and decide what is a reasonable adaptation to mitigate future harm to their jurisdiction. The conundrum that we face in evaluating climate change for the purposes of hazard mitigation is to first find rational predictors of the mean and spread of conditions or events that presage disaster conditions. That is a significant purpose of this document – to provide a summary of the best available science – and some outliers – that provide the reader with the possibilities and probabilities of the hazards identified as threatening Jefferson County jurisdictions. Where possible, we will use estimates and probabilities relating to the local area. Our primary sources for this will be: 1. Climate Action Plan for Port Townsend / Jefferson County Washington, Adopted November 14, 2011 2. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula, September 2015 3. Best Available Science Report, Jefferson County Critical Areas Ordinance Update, December 15, 2015 4. Risk Report for Jefferson County including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016. If we find other credible sources in addition to the above, we will use them too. Our goal is to present the range of possibilities for the next five years, so that participants in the Plan can update their strategies and implement them as quickly as economically feasible. Summary of Predictions “It is increasingly apparent that the global climate is rapidly changing and that these changes will affect the people, ecosystems, economy, and culture of the North Olympic Peninsula. The most noticeable impacts will likely include: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 101 September 2016 • A diminishing snowpack lowering the region’s summer river flow and extending the summer drought season; • Shifts in the timing and type of precipitation, creating rain on snow events and unseasonably high stream flows that scour river bottoms and flood low-land areas; • Ongoing sea level rise driving coastal flooding, saltwater inundation, and enhanced shoreline erosion; • Extended warm temperatures which result in increased river water temperatures, enhanced wildfire risk, decreased soil moisture, and stressed forests through disease and insect outbreaks; and • Increasingly corrosive ocean waters (i.e. ocean acidification) from the ongoing absorption of human emissions of CO2. “14 Table CC-1 presents a summary of the climate change predictions developed for the Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula.15 Table CC-1 - Climate Change Predictions for the North Olympic Peninsula15 Climate Changes1 Observed Changes Future Projections Temperature Averages (for Pacific Northwest) Warmed 1.3oF (1895-2011) By 2050’s – between 4.3o-5.8oF average increase in all seasons. Temperature Extremes Increase in nighttime heat events. Slight increase in days over 90oF (+8 days) for the Pacific Northwest (PNW), with limited increase in days over 95oF on the Olympic Peninsula2. Longer frost-free season (+35 days) across PNW. Precipitation Averages (for Pacific Northwest) No significant change in amount; region wide decrease in snowpack and glaciers. Little average annual change – with drier summers (-6% to -8% average decrease). Continued declining snowpack with a significant loss of snowpack in Olympics by 20803. Precipitation Extremes Ambiguous More heavy rainfall events: 13% (±7%) increase in days with >1 inch of rain. Future Sea Level Rise4 (probability that mean sea level will reach or exceed ____ feet at a given year) Neah Bay 50% chance of ≥ 0.3 feet (2050) and ≥ 1.3 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 0.7 feet (2050) and ≥ 2.7 feet (2100) Clallam Bay/Sekiu 50% chance of ≥ 0.3 feet (2050) and ≥ 1.3 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 0.7 feet (2050) and ≥ 2.7 feet (2100) Port Angeles 50% chance of ≥ 0.6 feet (2050) and ≥ 1.9 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 0.9 feet (2050) and ≥ 3.3 feet (2100) Port Townsend 50% chance of ≥ 0.9 feet (2050) and ≥ 2.4 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 1.2 feet (2050) and ≥ 3.9 feet (2100) Future Annual Coastal Flood Elevation5 (probability that mean sea level will reach or exceed ____ feet in a given year) Neah Bay 50% chance of ≥ 3.5 feet (2050) and ≥ 4.5 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 4.4 feet (2050) and ≥ 6.2 feet (2100) Clallam Bay/Sekiu 50% chance of ≥ 3.5 feet (2050) and ≥ 4.5 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 4.4 feet (2050) and ≥ 6.2 feet (2100) Port Angeles 50% chance of ≥ 2.6 feet (2050) and ≥ 3.9 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 3.5 feet (2050) and ≥ 5.5 feet (2100) Port Townsend 50% chance of ≥ 2.9 feet (2050) and ≥ 4.5 feet (2100) 5% chance of ≥ 3.8 feet (2050) and ≥ 6.1 feet (2100) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 102 September 2016 Table CC-1 References 1 Unless otherwise noted, climate observations and projections in this table are from; University of Washington, Climate Impacts Group, 2013. Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Washington State: Technical Summaries for Decision Makers. http://cses.washington.edu/cig/reports.shtml 2 Kunkel, K., Stevens, L., Stevens, S., Liquiang, S., Janssen, E., Wuebbles, D., Redmond, R., Dobson, J.G., 2013 Regional Climate Trends and Scenarios for the U.S. national Climate Assessment, NOAA Technical Report NESDIS142-6. 3 Mantua, N., Tohver, I., Hamlet, A., 2009. The Washington Climate Change Impacts Assessment: Impacts of Climate Change on Key Aspects of Freshwater Salmon Habitat in Washington State. In The Washington Climate Change Impacts Assessment: Evaluating Washington's Future in a Changing Climate, Climate Impacts Group, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington. Available: http://cses.washington.edu/db/pdf/wacciach6salmon649.pdf 4 See section I.E. of this report, and Appendix C & D, for more information on this Sea Level Rise modeling methodology and outcomes. 5 Ibid. Source: Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. Available: www.noprcd.org The extensive effort to predict the natural and human influences on future changes in climate has been focused on how a number of the indicative climate variables (e.g., surface, air and ocean temperatures and precipitation) will change. Complex models of climate, validated by comparison with past observations, are driven by estimates of future societal energy use and variable natural inputs, such as solar radiation. No such model is perfect, so predictions from a number of models are combined to produce a best estimate and spread of how these climate variables will change in the future. Most hazards are rare events (low probability, high impact) and, thus not directly addressed by this type of model-ensemble prediction. Nevertheless, some trends predicted with great confidence by climate models do alter the likelihood of some hazards, such as the prediction of more frequent, more intense rainstorms increasing the probability of flooding, and drier summers increasing wildfire risk. It is unfortunate that future climate change is sometimes labeled "global warming" because, although the most direct impact of increased greenhouse gas concentration in the atmosphere is warming of the globally averaged temperature, one of the most important consequences is an increase in weather variability. This is particularly relevant when considering hazard occurrence. As an example, increased storminess during the winter will cause more severe snowstorms and likely raise the danger of avalanches. A final cautionary note is that while human-driven climate change is upon us and will continue, there are natural factors that can forestall, and even temporarily reverse, some of the eventual changes. Volcanoes are the most often cited example. Particles ejected into the upper atmosphere by volcanoes have repeatedly caused sufficient reductions in solar insolation to cool the planet. The cooling effect is temporary, typically lasting 3 years, but because the scope of this report is not much longer, the possibility of such cooling events cannot be ignored. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 103 September 2016 Integration of Climate Change into Jurisdictional Planning The implications of current FEMA thinking to participants of the Plan are that in the near future: 1. FEMA will require updated plans to address climate change in its planning; and 2. Climate change factors will be mandatory in Benefit / Cost Analysis for projects. A reasonable approach needs to be to make rational choices based on each jurisdiction’s needs and economic strength, and based on the best science available – but maintaining flexibility in case things change. Appendix A of the NOP R&CD report presents 30 pages of adaptive solutions that can be used to enhance strategic planning.16 Figure CC-1 provides excerpts from the DRAFT Port of Port Townsend Capital Repair & Replacement Plan (2016-2021) as an illustration of how it can be worked into a jurisdiction’s planning.17 Figure CC-1 – Excerpts from DRAFT Port of Port Townsend Capital Plan (2016-2021)17 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 104 September 2016 Source: Port of Port Townsend http://portofpt.com/planning/ How this document deals with climate change. For each hazard, as appropriate, we added a “climate change” subsection that addresses what types of change may occur and how it can change the character of that hazard for our participants. Recommendations on how to deal with the climate change, whether from ad hoc reports or direct public input will be included in Stakeholder/Citizen Suggested Mitigation Strategies and Projects in Section III, Multi-Jurisdiction / Multi-Hazard Mitigation. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 105 September 2016 It is noteworthy that this Plan is an All-Hazards Plan and that the impact of some kinds of climate change will seriously affect what we have called “Man-made Hazards.” What happens, for example, when a tsunami or flood takes out the power sub-station at the bottom of Discovery Bay? The FEMA Firm shown in Figure CC-2 below is from 1982; Preliminary Revised FIRMs released in February, 2016 show the A-zone to be right against the PUD substation, where the conservancy is marked in the 1982 FIRMs. The county does not have the new FIRMs in their database yet because the FIRMs are still going through the vetting process (September 2016). Figure CC-2 - Jefferson County Discovery Bay Power Substation with Hazard Zones in Vicinity In the end, it will be up to each jurisdiction to decide what it can and can’t do – and to prepare accordingly. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 106 September 2016 References 1. Hazard Mitigation Assistance Guidance, Federal Emergency Management Association, February 27, 2015, p. 16. 2. FEMA Climate Change Adaptation Policy Statement, Administrator Policy 2011-OPPA-01, 2011, Paragraph IV.A.5, page 3. 3. Jefferson County Resolution 44-07, Jefferson County Washington, 2007. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/Co_Res_44-07_City07-022.pdf 4. City of Port Townsend Resolution 07-022, Jefferson County Washington, 2007. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/Co_Res_44- 07_City07-022.pdf 5. Jefferson County Resolution 02-08, Jefferson County Washington, 2008. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/CACresolution_02-08_08-001.pdf 6. City of Port Townsend Resolution 08-001, Jefferson County Washington, 2008. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/CACresolution_02-08_08-001.pdf 7. Jefferson County Resolution 06-09, Jefferson County Washington, 2009. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/CAC%20Joint%20Res %20006%2009.pdf 8. City of Port Townsend Resolution 09-002, Jefferson County Washington, 2008. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/CAC%20Joint%20Res %20006%2009.pdf 9. Inventory of Energy Usage and Associated Greenhouse Gas Emissions for Base Year 2005 in Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, Climate Protection Task Force, July 30, 2008. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/Jefferson%20County %202005%20Emissions%20Inventory%20Final%20Draft%207-30-08.pdf 10. Climate Action Plan for Port Townsend / Jefferson County Washington, Climate Action Committee, June 15, 2011, pp. 107. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/Final%20Draft%20CAP%20with%20Appendices.pdf 11. Terminology, Climate Change, Wikipedia, Accessed multiple times, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_change 12. “The United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change”, 21 March 1994. Climate change means a change of climate which is attributed directly or indirectly to human activity that alters the composition of the global atmosphere and which is an addition to natural climate variability observed over comparable time periods. 13. “What’s in a Name? Global Warming vs. Climate Change”, NASA, Retrieved 23 July 2011. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 107 September 2016 14. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. I. Available: www.noprcd.org 15. Ibid. II. 16. Ibid. Appendix A. Available: www.noprcd.org 17. 2016-2021 Capital Repair & Replacement Plan Partial Draft #1, Port of Port Townsend, Port Townsend, WA, December 8, 2015, pp. 8-10. Available at: http://portofpt.com/wp- content/uploads/DraftCRRP-120815.pdf Tables CC-1 Climate Change Predictions for the North Olympic Peninsula Figures CC-1 Excerpt from Port of Port Townsend Capital Plan (2015-2022) CC-2 Jefferson County Power Substation with Hazard Zones in Vicinity Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 108 September 2016 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 109 September 2016 NATURAL HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 110 September 2016 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 111 September 2016 AVALANCHE1 SUMMARY The Hazard: An avalanche is a mass of sliding snow, ice, earth, and rock that grows and collects additional material as it descends. Previous Occurrences: Records searches have revealed that there have been no recorded deaths from avalanches in the mountain areas of the county. There has, however, been minor avalanche damage to mountain roads. Probability of Future Events: Low increasing to Medium - Avalanche fatalities in Washington are a function of resort activity. The increase of visitors to Wilderness areas of the Olympic national forest creates more opportunity for events to happen. NATURAL HAZARD RISK RATING: The average natural hazard risk rating for avalanches for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 1.57, which would be considered extremely low. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT The Olympic Mountains receive extensive snow due to their size and orientation to the Pacific marine airflow. During seasons of heavy snow, some of the deepest recorded snow packs in the United States can be found in the Olympics. Beginning in November and lasting until the last remnants of snow have melted in early summer, the danger of avalanche is present. In the highest alpine areas of the Olympics, the avalanche season continues year around. There are no developed ski areas in Jefferson County that would be endangered by avalanches; however back-packing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are widely practiced in the mountains of Jefferson County. During fair spring weather the avalanche danger is generally lowest during the night and early morning hours when the surface snow freezes due to heat loss to the surrounding atmosphere. During the day, sun effects and warm air temperatures can rapidly melt and weaken surface snow layers and produce an increasing avalanche danger during the late morning and afternoon. Loose wet avalanche activity generally starts on east and southeast facing slopes receiving morning sunshine and progresses to the west and southwest facing slopes during the afternoon. Therefore, the safest time to cross potential avalanche terrain is during early morning hours before the surface snow begins to warm and weaken.2 During the period from 2010 thru 2015, tourist volume to the Olympic National Park increased from 2.8 million to 3.2 million per year.3 As more people access these mountainous areas, the potential for injury and deaths increases. Losses are also potential for the timber industry as avalanches damage forests and higher-level mountain logging roads. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 112 September 2016 CLIMATE CHANGE EFFECTS If the region sees a warming trend, there will more rain and less snow across mountainous regions, which will reduce the already low probability of avalanches in the Olympic Mountains that are part of Jefferson County.4 This may also impact the economy regionally as reduced snowpack discourages winter sports enthusiasts from visiting Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic National Park. If, within the next six years (from 2016), there are colder winters, the snow level could drop below 2000 feet for a longer portion of the year, encouraging greater winter tourism and creating more opportunities for avalanches within the Olympic mountains. Relative to other areas of the state that have a robust ski industry, the probability of deadly avalanches would increase but remain small. CONCLUSION Jefferson County does not currently have significant transportation routes or recreation areas at risk and subsequently presents a very low probability associated with avalanches in Jefferson County at the current time. Figure AV-1 shows the current avalanche risk areas in the state in white.5 Figure AV-2 enhances the avalanche risk areas by adding resort locations and highways at risk to the map.6 Figure AV-1: Washington State Avalanche Hazard Areas5 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 113 September 2016 Figure AV-2: Washington State Areas Vulnerable to Avalanche with Resorts and Highways6 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 114 September 2016 References - Avalanche 1. “Avalanche”, Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, p.13 2. “2016 Spring Avalanche Statement for the Olympic”, by Kenny Kramer, Northwest Avalanche Center, April 2016 3. Olympic National Park, Annual_Park_Recreation_Visitation (1904 – Last Calendar Year), United States Forest Service (USFS). Available at: https://irma.nps.gov/Stats/SSRSReports/Park%20Specific%20Reports/Annual%20Park%20Recreation%20Visitation%20(1904%20-%20Last%20Calendar%20Year) 4. Climate Change in Washington, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_change_in_Washington#Outdoor_recreation 5. Washington State Avalanche Areas, Source: Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, 2013, Tab 5.2, “Avalanche Profile”, p.2 6. Washington State Areas Vulnerable to Avalanches with Resorts and Highways, Source: Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, 2013, Tab 5.2, “Avalanche Profile”, p.14 Figures - Avalanche AV-1 Washington State Avalanche Areas, Source: Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, 2013, Tab 5.2, “Avalanches”, p.2 AV-2 Washington State Areas Vulnerable to Avalanches with Resorts and Highways, Source: Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, 2013, Tab 5.2, “Avalanche Profile”, p.14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 115 September 2016 DAMAGING WINDS SUMMARY The Hazard: Damaging winds are a result of an atmospheric disturbance manifested in strong winds, tornadoes, rain, snow, or other precipitation, and often accompanied by thunder or lightning. The National Weather Service defines high winds as sustained winds of 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or greater, not caused by thunderstorms, expected to last for an hour or more.1 Areas most vulnerable to high winds are those affected by a strong pressure difference from deep storms originating over the Pacific Ocean; an outbreak of very cold, Arctic air originating over Canada. Previous Occurrences: The worst damaging winds on record occurred in the 1962 Columbus Day Storm in which winds of hurricane force hit the Northwest, and resulted in damage to the Hood Canal Bridge.2 Peak gusts of 160 mph hit the Washington coast, and 138 mph hit Corvallis, Oregon. In February, 1979, sustained winds of 80 mph with gusts up to 120 mph caused the Hood Canal Bridge to collapse.3 Storms have been so severe in recent years that Presidential Disaster Declarations have been issued in 2007, 2008, 2009 (2), 2015 and 2016(2). Hood Canal Bridge in a Windstorm. Unknown Date Probability of Future Events: High - Jefferson County experiences damaging winds every year during the storm season from October to April. The average hazard rating developed by Jefferson County jurisdictions is 31.26, which is the highest of all the hazards surveyed, thus showing that damaging winds are a regular and significant concern. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT Most storms move into Washington from the Pacific Ocean with a southwest to northeast airflow. Maritime air reaching the Olympic Mountains rises upwards and cools. As this airflow reaches higher elevations and cools, there is less ability to hold moisture and precipitation occurs. Impacts and effects include loss of life damage to homes, businesses and critical transportation infrastructure; loss of timber resources; delays in emergency responses; damage or loss of recreation facilities; disruption of utilities; loss of jobs due to damaged equipment and facilities; school closures and business closures resulting in economic impacts. Jefferson County is subject to several severe local storms each year. As shown in Figure DW-1, Jefferson County is one of the most vulnerable counties in the state when it comes to damaging windstorms.4 These storms have included high wind, snow, ice, rain, and hail. Snowstorms or blizzards are the most likely and potentially devastating phenomena, with the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 116 September 2016 ability to isolate people from emergency services and to interrupt utility services and other lifelines. In 1996-1997, snowstorms were also associated with other natural hazards such as flooding and landslides. In 2013, the Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County (JPUD) purchased the assets of Puget Sound Energy in Jefferson County, thus entering into the business of providing electricity to the majority of Jefferson County. Since 2015, JPUD has had a volunteer liaison on the Jefferson County Incident Management Team who is present at all activations of the Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center. This has greatly improved coordination among agencies dealing with storm damage and live wires. Figure DW-1: Wind Storm Risk in Washington State4 CLIMATE CHANGE EFFECTS As global temperatures rise, the oceans heat up and expand. This provides fuel to increase the power of storms. The northern hemisphere will get more storms and more super storms because of changes in heat transport due to fresh water melt impeding the Thermohaline Circulation (THC).5 The focus has been on Atlantic storms because the fresh water melt from Greenland glaciers have been well-studied, but the potential for Pacific storms to become more powerful is present, too. Currently, there is too much natural variability in wind speeds and storm events to be able to make specific projections of future changes to the direction, intensity, or patterns of winds in the region.6 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 117 September 2016 Conclusion Damaging windstorms are a fact of life in Jefferson County, which experiences multiple severe storms every year. The Department of Emergency Management meets with JPUD, and the city and county public works departments for pre-storm season planning and coordination. JPUD has a liaison on the county’s Incident Management Team. The civilian population should be encouraged to have a “storm kit” to be able to sustain themselves for multiple days without power for heating and cooking in the event a severe storm causes power outages. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 118 September 2016 References – Damaging Winds 1. High Wind, The National Weather Service Glossary, NWS, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=h 2. The 1962 Columbus Day Storm, Read, Wolf, September, 26, 2001. Available at: http://www.climate.washington.edu/stormking/October1962.html 3. Hood Canal Bridge sinks during a severe storm on Tuesday, February 13, 1979, Washington State Department of Transportation, HistoryLink File #5501. Available at: www.historylink.org 4. Counties Most Vulnerable to High Winds, Source: Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, 2013, Tab 5.7, “Severe Storm Profile”, p.16 5. Shutdown of Thermohaline Circulation, Wikipedia, Accessed September 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shutdown_of_thermohaline_circulation 6. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. 38. Available: www.noprcd.org Figures – Damaging Winds DW-1 Wind Storm Risk in Washington State Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 119 September 2016 Drought SUMMARY The Hazard: Drought is a condition of climatic dryness that is severe enough to reduce soil moisture and water below the minimum necessary for sustaining plant, animal, and human life systems. The National Weather Service defines drought as a deficiency of moisture that results in adverse impacts on people, animals, or vegetation over a sizeable area.1 Impacts and Effects: In the event of a drought year, the adverse impacts to the local economy can present a broad array of effects to include the following: adverse impact on agriculture, especially dry land farms and grazing lands, increased danger of fires, loss of timber resources and resulting unemployment, serious impacts to recreation areas, soil erosion resulting in heavy silting of streams resulting in damage to salmon and other fishing, shortages of hydroelectric power resulting in higher prices, imposition of water conservation measures, curtailment of industries using large quantities of water causing unemployment, shortages of water for firefighting, increased prices for local produce. Previous Occurrences: The last significant occurrence in Jefferson County was in 2002 through 2003. Two of the driest summers on record—one of five driest winters in past 100 years. Port Townsend Paper Corporation curtailed some operations, and fishing was halted on rivers on the Olympic Peninsula. In 2014 and 2015, drought conditions caused the City of Port Townsend to limit the watering of lawns, but conditions never reached the threshold at which the paper mill would have had to curtail operations. Probability of Future Events: Moderate - Climatic changes may be impacting the frequency and duration of drought conditions on the Olympic Peninsula. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for drought for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 9.8, which would be considered low to medium-low. Figure DR-1, below, shows that Jefferson County is not among those Washington counties that are most at-risk and vulnerable to drought.2 It used to be a joke among Jefferson County fire districts that the Olympic Peninsula was nicknamed “the silicon forest”, not because of high tech companies, but rather because it would never burn during fire season. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 120 September 2016 Figure DR-1 Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Drought2 Definition: Drought is a condition of climatic dryness that is severe enough to reduce soil moisture and water below the minimum necessary for sustaining plant, animal, and human life systems. The severity of drought is measured by the Palmer Index in a range of 4 (extremely wet) to -4 (extremely dry). The Palmer Index incorporates temperature, precipitation, evaporation and transpiration, runoff and soil moisture when designating the degree of drought.3 In the most general sense, drought originates from a deficiency of precipitation over an extended period, resulting in a water shortage for some activity, group, or environmental sector. Unlike most states though, Washington has a statutory definition of drought (Revised Code of Washington Chapter 43.83B.400).4 According to state law, an area is in a drought condition when the water supply for the area is below 75 percent of normal, and water uses and users in the area will likely incur undue hardships because of the water shortage. Drought affects water levels for use by industry, agriculture, individual consumers, and recreation areas. Water shortages affect fire-fighting capabilities through reduced flows and pressures. Drought also affects power production; much of Jefferson County’s power is produced by hydroelectric dams. When water levels drop, electric companies cannot produce enough power to meet demand and are forced to buy electricity from other sources and higher costs are passed to all consumers. History of Drought in Jefferson County Drought has not been a serious and frequent hazard for Jefferson County. There have indeed been years that have been exceptionally dry; however there has not been any recent history of several consecutive years where rainfall has been non-existent. Table DR-1 below, lists the most significant droughts affecting the State of Washington, including Jefferson County, since 1930. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 121 September 2016 Table DR-1: Significant Droughts in Jefferson County and Washington State Since 19005 Date Occurrence July-Aug 1901 No measurable rainfall in western Washington from July 23 to August 25. August 1919 Occurred primarily in Western Washington July – August 1921 Drought occurred in all agricultural sectors. June – August 1922 From June 10 to August 10, the statewide precipitation average was only .10 inch. March – Mid-August 1924 There was a total of 1,532 fires, causing 322,691 acres to burn and destroying 25.3 million board feet of timber. July 1925 1,275 fires burned 142,355 acres which destroyed 69 million board feet of timber. Wheat and oat crop production was 73 percent and 81 percent of normal, respectively. June 21 – August 25, 1926 Little or no rainfall reported. 1553 fires burned 375,010 acres. Fire costs greater than any other year. August 1928 – March 1929 Drought unusually long and severe. Most stations reported less than 60% of normal rainfall for the entire period. July-Aug 1930 Drought affected the entire state. Most weather stations averaged 10 percent or less of normal precipitation. April 1934-March 1937 The longest drought in the region's history - the driest periods were April- August 1934, September-December 1935, and July-January 1936-1937 May-Sept 1938 Driest growing season in Western Washington. 1952 Every month was below normal precipitation except June. The hardest hit areas were Puget Sound and the central Cascades. Jan-May 1964 Drought covered the southwestern part of the state. Precipitation less than 40 Spring, 1966 The entire state was dry. June-August 1967 Drought occurred in Washington. Oct 1976- Sept 1977 Worst drought in Pacific Northwest history. Below normal precipitation in Olympia, Seattle, and Yakima. Puget Sound precipitation levels averaged between 30 and 70% of normal, temperatures were higher than normal which resulted in algae growth and fish kills. Oct 1991-Sept 1994 Stream flows were between 30 and 60% of normal. Agriculture products suffered greatly. 2001 On March 14, 2001, Gov. Gary Locke authorized the Department of Ecology to declare a statewide drought emergency; Washington was the first Northwest state to make such a declaration, which remained in effect until December 31, 2001 2002-2003 Two of the driest summers on record—one of five driest winters in past 100 years. Port Townsend Paper Corporation curtailed some operations, and fishing was halted on rivers on the Olympic Peninsula 2009 One of the driest summers on record failed to adequately recharge Port Townsend’s reservoir - City Lake. The city was within days of invoking drought procedures that would have stopped operations at the Port Townsend Paper Corporation (PTPC). In 2009, PTPC was so frail that any stoppage could have been the tipping point to force it into bankruptcy again. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 122 September 2016 2001 Drought Emergency On March 14, 2001, Gov. Gary Locke authorized the Department of Ecology to declare a statewide drought emergency; Washington was the first Northwest state to make such a declaration, which remained in effect until December 31, 2001. The central part of the state, from the crest of the Cascade Mountains to the east banks of the Okanogan and Columbia Rivers, suffered the most from water shortages. The Palmer Drought Index for March 2001 (Figure DR-2) graphically displays the height of drought conditions in Western Washington.6 These maps provide a comparison of drought conditions in Washington with those in the rest of the lower 48 states at the time. Figure DR-2 Palmer Drought Index – March 2001 Table DR-1: Significant Droughts in Jefferson County and Washington State Since 19005 Date Occurrence 2014-2015 Characterized as a “snowpack drought”, Governor Inslee declares drought on March 13, 2015 in nine water resource inventory areas (WRIA). Each of WRIA 17, WRIA 20 and WRIA 2 include portions of Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 123 September 2016 The scale used for the Palmer Drought Index characterizes severe drought as having likely crop or pasture losses, very high fire risk, water shortages common with water restrictions imposed. An extreme drought has major crop and pasture losses, extreme fire danger, and widespread water shortages or restrictions. During this period the Port Townsend Paper Mill shut down to conserve the community’s water supplies, thus electing to trade the stress of a short unemployment period for the overall community’s need for water. 2014-2015 Drought Emergency A warm winter in 2014 gave indications that 2015 would be a poor water supply year. By February of 2015, it was clear that the snowpack would not rebound sufficiently. Based on April – September forecasts, the Washington State Association of Counties (WSAC) identified three areas in Washington, including the Olympic Peninsula that would meet the statutory definition of a drought. Based on recommendations, Governor Inslee directed Ecology to declare a drought for the three areas, the East Slope of the Central Cascades, The Olympic Peninsula, and the Walla Walla Basin. Figure DR-3, below, shows the areas of the drought declaration.7 Figure DR-4 shows the Palmer Drought Index at the peak of the drought for Jefferson County. Considered full at 40 feet, the Lords Lake Reservoir, water supply for Port Townsend, dropped precipitously. In July the city declared a Stage 1 drought emergency, which required conservation by citizens. By November, 2015, Lords Lake had dropped to 8’ 5”, and was approaching the level at which the City would activate agreements with Port Townsend Paper to curtail operations. Port Townsend uses approximately one million gallons of water per day; Port Townsend Paper uses 10 million gallons per day from the same sources. Fortunately, heavy rains in December, January and February 2016, broke the drought and brought the reservoir back up to full. Figure DR-3 - 2015 Drought Declaration Regions7 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 124 September 2016 Figure DR-4 – Palmer Drought Index for September 20158 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment The most direct impact of drought is economic rather than loss of life or immediate destruction of property. Droughts impact individuals, the agricultural industry, and other related sectors including fishing and recreation. There is increased danger of wildland fires associated with droughts. Low stream levels have affected reservoirs and hydroelectric power resources, bringing less inexpensive electricity from dams and potentially higher electric bills. Water intensive industries such as Port Townsend’s pulp and paper mill may be forced to curtail some operations in times of severe drought as they did in the drought of 2002. Oftentimes drought is accompanied by extreme heat. Low stream flows combined with high temperatures, oxygen depletion, disease and lack of spawning areas have severely impacted fish resources within the county. Problems of domestic/municipal water supplies have been historically corrected by the addition of a reservoir, a larger pipeline, a new well, or some other facility. Short-term measures including water conservation practices and using large capacity water tankers to supply domestic potable water have been used. Forest fires, erosion, crop loss, price increases, low water level contamination in shallow wells, power outages, dry pastures, logging shutdowns, and fish kills have been experienced in Jefferson County during times of drought. All of the above effects result in economic and revenue losses for county residents, and the state. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 125 September 2016 Climate Change Little average annual change – with dryer summers (-6% to -8%) average decrease. Continued declining snowpack with significant loss of snowpack in Olympics by 208010. This has the potential to damage the local economy. The City of Port Townsend and Port Townsend Paper Mill, together, use 11 million gallons of water per day taken from Lords Lake and the Big Quilcene River. The WRIA that recharges the rivers in the summer is dependent on a good snowpack during the winter. If the snowpack is small, there is a possibility for drought conditions to occur in the summer until the rainy season restarts. The City has an agreement that if Lords Lake drops to a minimum depth, the mill curtails operations until the water level comes back. This has the potential to cause the mill, the county’s largest private employer, significant economic stress. As Figure DR-2 shows, the Quimper Peninsula in Jefferson County has considerable susceptibility for drought. Figure DR-2 – Drought Susceptibility for Washington State 2001-20079 Source: Washington Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 126 September 2016 Special District Considerations The Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County consists of an Electricity Department and a Water Department. Because of its responsibility to provide drinking water to East Jefferson County, it is uniquely vulnerable to drought. Drought conditions can force the Paper Mill to curtail operations and the City to ration the use of water (e.g every other day for watering, etc.), but the PUD and the City Water Operations still have to provide sufficient drinking water. Drought conditions cause rivers to carry more silt into the reservoirs, and the resulting turbidity can exceed what is allowed to be put into the water system by regulations. A water outage of even a few days in a large enough area of the County will result in a logistic nightmare. On Monday, Sept 19, 2016, the Jefferson County EOC was notified by the City that there might be a harmful toxin in the Port Townsend water system. The EOC was asked to plan for providing emergency water for the 10,000 City water customers for the duration of the City water emergency. This is approximately one- third of the County’s population. Planning estimates indicated a range of $17,000 - $20,000 in direct costs and an additional $10,000 per day in indirect costs. It was also estimated that there would be 1,600 cars picking up water during each 12-hour operating period. Fortunately, subsequent testing indicated that the water was safe, and the contingency plan was not implemented. It does show, however, the vulnerability of the area to disruptions in the water supply, whether from drought or anything else. Conclusion The Washington Hazard Mitigation Plan identifies the counties most at-risk and vulnerable to drought as those with a significant agriculture base. Accordingly, Jefferson County’s risk and vulnerability are low to moderate, depending on the economic climate for paper and wood products at the time. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 127 September 2016 References – Drought 1. National Weather Service Glossary, NOAA – NWS, Accessed 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=d 2. “Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Drought”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, October 2012, Tab 5.3, “Drought Profile”, p.11 3. Palmer Drought Index, Wikipedia. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Palmer_drought_index 4. RCWs, Washington State Legislature, Accessed 2016. Available at: http://apps.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=43.83B.400 5. “The History of Droughts in Washington State”, Governors Ad Hoc Executive Water Emergency Committee, 1977. Available at: http://ltrr.arizona.edu/content/history-droughts-washington-state 6. “Palmer Drought Index – March 2001”, National Climatic Data Center – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, August 2016. Available at: http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/temp-and-precip/drought/historical-palmers/psi/200103-200103 7. 2015 Drought Response Summary Report, Washington State Department of Ecology, March 2016, p. 6. Available at: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/documents/1611001.pdf 8. “Palmer Drought Index – September 2015”, National Climatic Data Center – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, August 2016. Available at: http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/temp-and-precip/drought/historical-palmers/psi/201509-201509 9. “Drought Risk Level”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, October 2012, Tab 5.3, “Drought Profile”, p.1. 10. Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), 2011. Climate Impacts Vulnerability Assessment. PAGE 8 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/NR/rdonlyres/B290651B-24FD-40EC-BEC3- EE5097ED0618/0/WSDOTClimateImpactsVulnerabilityAssessmentforFHWAFinal.pdf Figures – Drought DR-1 “Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Drought”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, October 2012, Tab 5.3, “Drought Profile”, p.11 DR-2 “Palmer Drought Index – March 2001”, National Climatic Data Center – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, August 2016. Available at: http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/temp-and-precip/drought/historical-palmers/psi/200103-200103 DR-3 “2015 Drought Declaration Regions”, 2015 Wa Drought Map Gov Declaration.png. DR-4 “Palmer Drought Index – September 2015”, National Climatic Data Center – National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, August 2016. Available at: http://www.ncdc.noaa.gov/temp-and-precip/drought/historical-palmers/psi/201509-201509 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 128 September 2016 Tables – Drought DR-1 “Significant Droughts in Jefferson County and Washington State since 1900”, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 129 September 2016 EARTHQUAKES1 Definition An earthquake is ground shaking caused primarily by an abrupt shift along a fracture in the earth, called a fault. The earth’s crust is divided into eight major pieces (or plates) and many minor plates. These plates are constantly moving, very slowly, over the surface of the globe. As these plates move, stresses are built up in areas where the plates come into contact with each other. Within seconds, an earthquake releases stresses that have slowly accumulated within the rock, in some instances over hundreds of years. Sometimes the release occurs near the surface, and sometimes it comes from deeper faults. Although. earthquakes are caused mostly by rupture of geological faults, they can also by other events such as volcanic activity, landslides, mine blasts, and nuclear tests. An earthquake's point of initial rupture is called its focus or hypocenter. The epicenter is the point at ground level directly above the hypocenter2. “The severity of an earthquake is described by both magnitude and intensity. These two frequently confused terms refer to different, but related, expressions. Magnitude, usually expressed as an Arabic numeral characterizes the size of an earthquake by measuring indirectly the energy released. By contrast, intensity indicates the local effects and potential for damage produced by an earthquake on the Earth's surface as it affects humans, animals, structures, and natural objects such as bodies of water. Intensities are usually expressed in Roman numerals, and represent the severity of the shaking resulting from an earthquake. Ideally, any given earthquake can be described by only one magnitude, but many intensities since the earthquake effects vary with circumstances such as distance from the epicenter and local soil conditions3.” Charles Richter, the creator of the Richter magnitude scale, distinguished intensity and magnitude as follows: "I like to use the analogy with radio transmissions. … Magnitude can be compared to the power output in kilowatts of a broadcasting station. Local intensity on the Mercalli scale is then comparable to the signal strength on a receiver at a given locality; in effect, the quality of the signal. Intensity, like signal strength, will generally fall off with distance from the source, although it also depends on the local conditions and the pathway from the source to the point."4 IMPACTS & EFFECTS Loss of life Loss of property Injuries resulting in long term disabilities Loss of jobs due to damaged transportation Disruption of the local economy and government Disruption of water and food lifelines Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 130 September 2016 Figure EQ-1 - Earthquake Measurement Systems Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 131 September 2016 History of Earthquakes affecting Jefferson County & the Puget Sound Region Figure EQ-2 Large Earthquakes in the Northwest2 Washington State, especially the Puget Sound basin, has a history of frequent earthquakes. More than 1,000 earthquakes are recorded in the state annually. Large earthquakes in 1949, 1965 and 2001 caused over $1 billion in damages throughout Puget Sound. The most recent large earthquake, the “Nisqually Earthquake” on February 28, 2001, was a 6.8 magnitude earthquake located 17.6 kilometers northeast of Olympia. All of the state, and the Puget Sound Basin area in particular, have a history of frequent earthquake activity. The 2001 Nisqually earthquake (“The Ash Wednesday earthquake") occurred at 10:54:32 local time on February 28. It had a moment magnitude of 6.8 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The epicenter was in the southern Puget Sound, northeast of Olympia, but the shock was felt in Oregon, Canada, eastern Washington, and Idaho. This was one of several large earthquakes that occurred in the Puget sound region in the prior 52 years and caused property damage valued at between one and four billion dollars. One person died of a heart attack and several hundred were injured.5 All of East Jefferson County jurisdictions participating in the Hazard Mitigation Plan felt the shaking, and a few incurred substantial damage. The Port Ludlow Main Fire Station and Headquarters building had a wall crack that compromised the building. Fortunately, the firefighters were out on a call at the time, so no one was hurt. A replacement building was estimated at two million dollars6. Source: The [Port Ludlow] Village Voice, April 1, 2001 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 132 September 2016 The most infamous large earthquake to affect the area is the “Cascadia” earthquake that occurred at 21:00 on January 26, 1700. Its magnitude is estimated at between 8.7 and 9.2. At the time, there was no significant population living in multi-story houses and working in concrete and steel cities, as there are now, but there was a thriving native culture that has handed down stories of the event. Table EQ-1 presents some of the native stories and their characteristics that helped to date the Cascadia Earthquake of 1700. Table EQ-1 - Dating the 1700 Cascadia Earthquake from Native Stories7 Damaging levels of shaking have occurred over much of the state since records started being kept in 1790. In addition, geologic evidence also indicates that large, prehistoric earthquakes have occurred in areas prior to the beginning of record keeping. Recorded damage sustained to date in Jefferson County has been relatively minor and has been restricted to some incidence of cracked foundations, walls, and pictures falling off of the wall. Recent Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 133 September 2016 exploration indicates that a prehistoric, sunken forest has been identified off Point Wilson on the line of the South Whidbey Fault. Geologic studies of faults adjacent to the county boundaries suggest that the potential for serious earthquake damage is very real for the county. Table EQ-2 provides a list of some of the most significant earthquakes Washington has felt, but it is very easy to create a much longer list using the tools at the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network website8,9. Table EQ-2 Cascadia Historic Earthquakes10,11 Date Time (PST) Latitude/ Longitude Depth (Km) Mag Location January 26, 1700 2100 9.0+ Cascadia Subduction Zone May 4, 1834 2008 Felt in Port Townsend April 2, 1859 0230 47000’ 123000’ Felt in Olympia December 14, 1872 2140 48o48' 121o24' shallow 7.4 North Cascades December 12, 1880 2040 47o30' 122o30' 5.5 Puget Sound April 30, 1882 2248 47o00' 123o00' deep 6.0 Olympia area November 29, 1891 1521 48o00' 123o30' 5.0 Puget Sound March 6, 1893 1703 45o54' 119o24' shallow 4.9 Southeast Washington January 3, 1896 2215 48o30' 122o48' 5.7 Puget Sound March 16, 1904 2020 47o48' 123o00' 5.3 Olympics eastside January 11, 1909 1549 48o42' 122o48' deep 6.0 Puget Sound August 18, 1915 0605 48o30' 121o24' 5.6 North Cascades January 23, 1920 2309 48o36' 123o00' 5.5 Puget Sound July 17, 1932 2201 47o45' 121o50' shallow 5.2 Central Cascades July 15, 1936 2308 46o00' 118o18' shallow 5.7 Southeast Washington November 12, 1939 2346 47o24' 122o36' deep 5.7 Puget Sound April 29, 1945 1216 47o24' 121o42' 5.5 Central Cascades February 14, 1946 1914 47o18' 122o54' 40 6.3 Puget Sound April 13, 1949 1155 47o06' 122o42' 54 7.1 Puget Sound August 5, 1959 1944 47o48' 120o00' 35 Northwest Cascades April 29, 1965 0728 47o24' 122o24 63 6.5 Puget Sound February 13, 1981 2209 46o21' 122o14' 7 5.5 South Cascades April 13, 1990 2133 48o51' 122o36' 5 5.0 Deming January 28, 1995 1911 47o23' 122o21' 16 5.0 17.6 km NNE of Tacoma May 2, 1996 2104 47o46' 121o57' 7 5.3 10.2 km ENE of Duvall June 23, 1997 1113 47o36' 122o34' 7.4 4.9 5.5 km NE of Bremerton July 2, 1999 1743 47o05' 123o28' 41 5.1 8.2 km N of Satsop February 28, 2001 1054 47o 09’ 122o 52.4 52.4 6.8 17.6 km NE of Olympia Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 134 September 2016 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment In Western Washington, the primary tectonic plates of interest are the Juan de Fuca and North American plates. The Juan de Fuca plate moves northeastward with respect to the North American plate at a rate of about 4 cm per year. The boundary where these two plates converge, the Cascadia Subduction Zone, lies approximately 50 miles offshore and extends from the middle of Vancouver Island in British Columbia to northern California. As it collides with North America, the Juan de Fuca plate slides (or subducts) beneath the continent and sinks into the earth’s mantle. Jefferson County is vulnerable to the results of this continual movement of the earth’s tectonic plates. Earthquake Hazards in Washington and Oregon http://www.eqe.com/revamp/wash/index.html Pacific Northwest Seismograph Network Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 135 September 2016 The collision of the Juan de Fuca and North American plates produces three types of earthquakes, which are designated by their location and origin. 1. Cascadia Subduction - “Great earthquakes”: The first type occurs along the Cascadia subduction fault, as a direct result of the convergence of these two plates. Although no large earthquakes have occurred along the offshore Cascadia Subduction Zone since historic records started to be kept, similar subduction zones worldwide do produce “great” earthquakes—magnitude 8 or larger. A subduction earthquake would be centered off the coast of Washington or Oregon where the plates converge. Such earthquakes typically have a minute or more of strong ground shaking and are quickly followed by damaging tsunamis and numerous large aftershocks. Subduction zone earthquakes have left compelling evidence from years past. These earthquakes were of enormous magnitude (8 to 9+) and recurred approximately every 550 years. The recurrence interval, however, has apparently been irregular, with the interval between earthquakes being as short as 100 years and as long as 1,100 years. 2. Juan de Fuca Plate - “Deep earthquakes”: The second type of earthquake occurs within the Juan de Fuca plate as it sinks into the mantle. These are primarily deep earthquakes, approximately 25-100 kilometers in depth. Due to their depth, aftershocks are typically not felt in association with these earthquakes. The strongest of these recorded were the 1949 Olympia and the 1965 Sea-Tac earthquakes. Approximate “recurrence intervals” for intraplate earthquakes of various magnitude were estimated to be 35 years for magnitude 6.5 and 100 years for magnitude 7. Since 1870, there have been 7 earthquakes in the Puget Sound basin of magnitudes of 6.0 or larger. Generally, these earthquakes last between 20 – 60 seconds. 3. North American Plate – “Shallow earthquakes”: The third type is an incident of shallow earthquakes that occur within the North American plate. Conventional theory indicates that they occur when stress is transmitted from the Cascadia subduction fault into the interior of the North American plate. This type of earthquake has occurred throughout Washington and most parts of Oregon. These earthquakes are primarily shallow with depths of 30 kilometers or less and generally have the magnitude of 5 to 5.5, however the largest recorded earthquake in Washington history was a 7.4 in 1872 and was thought to be shallow. The majority of earthquakes that occur in the Pacific Northwest region are of the shallow kind occurring in the North America plate. The 1872 North Cascades earthquake, the 1945 earthquake near North Bend, and the 1981 earthquake on the St. Helens seismic zone were all of this type. New evidence of a fault running east-west through south Seattle (the Seattle Fault) suggests that a major earthquake having a magnitude of 7 or greater affected the Seattle area about 1,000 years ago. Recent studies have found geologic evidence for large shallow earthquakes along the Seattle Fault 1,100 years ago within the central Puget Sound Basin. Massive block landslides into Lake Washington, marsh subsidence and tsunami deposits at West Point in Seattle, tsunami deposits at Cultus Bay on Whidbey Island, and large rock avalanches on the southeastern Olympic Peninsula have all been dated to approximately 1,100 years ago. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 136 September 2016 Evidence of a fault that runs east-west through Admiralty Inlet (the South Whidbey Island Fault) suggests that a major earthquake affected the Port Townsend/Jefferson County area hundreds of years ago. Two “new” faults were recently discovered running north- south from Whidbey to Vashon Island and possibly as far as Tacoma have the capacity to unleash earthquakes with magnitudes greater than 7.2. The principal ways that earthquakes cause damage are by: • strong ground shaking • landslides, • liquefaction, • subsidence, • tsunamis (seismic ocean waves), • and seiches (rhythmic movements of inland bodies of water). The actual movement of the ground in an earthquake is seldom the direct cause of injury or death. Most casualties result from falling materials. Severe earthquakes usually disrupt utilities including: power, telephone, gas, sewer, solid waste, and water. Disruption of utilities for a lengthy period of time would have an untold effect on the economics of the county. The effects of an earthquake in Jefferson County are hard to define because of the many unpredictable variables involved. Soil liquefaction occurs when water saturated sands, silts, or gravels are shaken so violently that the grains rearrange and the sediment loses strength, begins to flow out as sand boils or cause lateral spreading of overlying layers. Liquefaction causes loss of bearing strength under foundations or roadways, can trigger landslides, and can float low-density structures, such as partially empty fuel tanks, furnaces, and pilings. Liquefaction commonly causes ground failures such as ground cracking or lateral spreading above liquefied layers. Lateral spreads are spreads are landslides that can occur on very shallow slopes. The time of the earthquake has a large impact on the potential for human casualties. The potential for casualties is greatest during the heaviest hours of traffic and when people are concentrated in schools and business areas. Typically, the twelve-hour period from six o’clock in the morning to six o’clock in the evening has the greatest potential for human casualties. Site conditions and the types of soils or rock also affect the amount of shaking and the potential for damage. Solid rock or bedrock does not increase the shaking. Soft materials, however, such as mud, artificial fill and layers of sand and clay will make the consequences of ground shaking much worse. Jefferson County, particularly in the Port Townsend area that also has the highest concentration of people, has many areas of sand and clay soil. These soil materials serve to increase or amplify the effects of an earthquake. Steep slopes may experience landslides. Floodplains and areas of artificial fill will be prone to liquefaction. This may result in Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 137 September 2016 pockets of local areas experiencing severe damage especially where the ground fails under buildings, water mains, pipelines or bridges. Building materials will greatly affect the impact of an earthquake on a structure. Unreinforced masonry structures, of which there are several in Port Townsend, are the most vulnerable while wood frame structures typically perform well in earthquakes. Additionally, individual buildings have different natural frequencies of vibration that depend on their height and structural design. Amplification of frequencies may affect some buildings more than others. Strong shaking is a hazard both near the epicenter of an earthquake and in areas where amplification occurs. The effects of an earthquake could also vary widely by the buildings and infrastructure first damaged. Damage to buildings that house emergency services such as fire stations and hospitals could lessen emergency response capabilities. Damage to roads, fallen trees, and failed bridges can also impair the delivery of emergency services. The majority of the county’s bridges were built prior to 1960 when engineering incorporated improved building practices in the event of an earthquake. Earthquakes remain as one of the most significant hazard to people and property in Jefferson County. The Spaghetti Farm While most people on the Olympic Peninsula should be aware of the Cascadia Subduction Zone because of proselytization by local emergency managers and neighborhood emergency groups. What many probably do not realize is that they live in a veritable spaghetti farm of earthquake faults. What follows is a step-by-step walk around of the major named Quaternary faults that surround the Olympic Peninsula and have the potential to affect Jefferson County. Quaternary faults are those that have been recognized at the surface, which have moved in the past 1,600,000 years, a portion of the Quaternary epoch, and which are capable of a magnitude 6 or greater earthquake12. Table EQ-3 provides a table-of-contents for the next seven figures. Table EQ-3 – Figures of Earthquake Faults affecting Jefferson County Figure ID Name of Fault Map Description EQ-3 Cascadia Subduction Zone13 A map of the subduction zone about 60 miles off the Washington’s Pacific coast. EQ-4 Cascadia Subduction Zone with Coastal Quaternary Faults14 A map of the subduction zone with additional quaternary faults along Washington’s coast marked in white. EQ-5 Copalis Beach Quaternary Fault15 Copalis Beach faults start in Grays Harbor county and extend upward just past the boundary with Jefferson County. EQ-6 Cape Flattery Quaternary Fault16 Contains both land faults and a significant number of undersea faults at the mouth of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. EQ-7 Victoria Quaternary Fault (including Port Townsend, WA)17 This Quaternary Zone includes the Southern Whidbey Island fault, which is in the 3-mile wide channel between Port Townsend and Whidbey Island. It is capable of a magnitude 7.2+ tremor. EQ-8 Seattle Quaternary Fault18 The Hood Canal fault zone can impact lower East Jefferson County, but most people worry about the Seattle Fault, which runs under the densely populated city. EQ-9 Composite map of the Quaternary Faults that affect Jefferson County19 Any of these are capable of a 6.0+ earthquake on its own. We have no way of knowing if or how many will be triggered by a Cascadia Subduction Zone event and / or if they will create significant aftershocks from different directions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 138 September 2016 Figure EQ-3 – The Cascadia Subduction Zone Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 139 September 2016 Figure EQ-4 – The Cascadia Subduction Zone with Coastal Faults (in white) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 140 September 2016 Figure EQ-5 – The Copalis Beach Quaternary Fault Zone Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 141 September 2016 Figure EQ-6 – Cape Flattery Quaternary Fault Zone Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 142 September 2016 Figure EQ-7 – Victoria Quaternary Fault Zone (including Port Townsend) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 143 September 2016 Figure EQ-8 – Seattle Quaternary Fault Zone Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 144 September 2016 Figure EQ-9 – Composite Map of Quaternary Faults affecting Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 145 September 2016 As one can see, there are a multitude of opportunities for earthquakes to occur in and around Jefferson County. Many do occur and are unnoticed because they are small and undistinguishable from the vibrations inherent with a mechanized society. During the period from 1638 to 1928, just 2,500 earthquakes were reported in Oregon and Washington; during the period from 1928 to 1985, more than 18,500 events were reported20. Typically, each year over 1,000 earthquakes with a magnitude 1.0 or more are recorded in Washington and Oregon21. There are two scenarios, however, that have the potential to severely damage Port Townsend and East Jefferson County: a 9.0+ magnitude rupture of the Cascadia Subduction Zone, and a 7.4+ rupture of the Southern Whidbey Island (SWI) Faults, just one and one half miles from Port Townsend. Because of its proximity, the Hazus simulations show that a Southern Whidbey Island event can do more damage to the urban centers of East Jefferson County than a Cascadia event, even though the Cascadia event could be 1000 times stronger. Scientists and emergency managers have combined two tools to model likely outcomes from the above occurrences, shakemaps and Hazus simulations. Caveat: These tools are for planning purposes only – and no plan survives its implementation. Earthquake Shakemap Scenarios describe the expected ground motions and effects of specific hypothetical large earthquakes. In planning and coordinating emergency response, utilities, emergency responders, and other agencies are best served by conducting training exercises based on realistic earthquake situations, ones that they are most likely to face22. Shakemaps can be developed for both magnitude and intensity. Magnitude is the power of the earthquake, while intensity is the damage that is or can be done at some point distant. Remember the radio broadcast analogy: magnitude is analogous to the output power of a radio transmitter, e.g. 50,000 watts; intensity is how well you can pick up the radio signal at some distance – except, here, we are talking about destruction caused by the earthquake. In the scenarios below, we have shakemaps for both magnitude and intensity. Hazus is a free tool from FEMA that estimates losses to specific buildings for earthquake and flood. Earthquake building losses were modeled at $165 million for a Southern Whidbey Island event of magnitude M7.4 and $104 million for a Cascadia M9.0 event. The losses reported are for building losses only and do not include losses for other infrastructure, such as the roads, ferry system, etc23. The City of Port Townsend and the unincorporated areas of the county have a large percentage of buildings located in the moderate-high liquefaction zone. The City of Port Townsend will have a substantial impact if the Southern Whidbey Island event were to occur. The Hoh Tribe will experience the greatest impact from a Cascadia event24. The Southern Whidbey Island Earthquake Scenario Research has shown that the SWI faults are active and have generated at least four large earthquakes in the last 16,000 years25. Figure EQ-10 is a “shakemap scenario” representing a magnitude 7.4+ earthquake on the Southern Whidbey Island (SWI) fault26. In the first SWI Scenario, a magnitude 7.4 earthquake occurs directly between Whidbey Island and Port Townsend. Port Townsend will experience violent to extreme shaking. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 146 September 2016 Figure EQ-10 – Southern Whidbey Island M7.4+ Earthquake Scenario With the exception of the few public buildings that have been seismically retrofitted, Port Townsend’s Downtown Historic District consists mostly of multi-story unreinforced masonry structures built in the late 1800’s to early 1900’s. While buildings that have been seismically retrofitted may help the survivability of people inside, they are not likely to be functional because of the loss of utilities and infrastructure around them. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 147 September 2016 Figure EQ-11 is a shakemap, modeled in 2015, using the Modified Mercalli (MM) scale to estimate damage from a magnitude 7.4+ SWI earthquakes27. Note that the damage levels are marked in Roman numerals because this shakemap is modeling the intensity of the earthquake. Figure EQ-11 - Southern Whidbey Island M7.4+ Earthquake Scenario Regardless of which map is used, it should be clear that Port Townsend is in real trouble if the SWI fault generates a large earthquake. Not only will the downtown area be hit hard, but it is possible for a tsunami to be generated right at the mouth of Port Townsend Bay, giving only minutes between the shaking and a tsunami wave of unknown proportions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 148 September 2016 The Cascadia Subduction Zone (CSZ) Earthquake Scenario A 1000-kilometer rupture of the Cascadia Subduction Zone is what people are most aware of and most concerned about. Most recently, attention to this possibility was heightened by an article titled “The Really Big One,” penned by Kathryn Schulz in The New Yorker (July 2015)28. It has also been written about in depth in the book, “Full Rip 9.0” by Sandi Doughton, Science Writer for the Seattle Times. This is a good thing in that by incentivizing people to prepare for “The Big One”, they are helping them get ready for a smaller but more devastating event from the SWI fault. This is not to say that the Cascadia event will not be as bad as people think. We simply are not yet knowledgeable enough to make good predictions. The mantra at the Jefferson County EOC is “Please, Lord, not in my lifetime.” To try to better prepare for such a catastrophic event, FEMA and State and local agencies in the Cascade region of the country created a functional exercise, called Cascade Rising (CRX) to allow emergency management personnel to validate plans and readiness by performing their duties in a simulated operational environment based on the Cascadia event29. It took two to three years of preparation for the multi-state, multi-jurisdiction, multi-agency exercise to be planned and then executed over a week-long period in June 2016. Part of the effort to build verisimilitude into the exercise was to collect data on vulnerable structures to create maps and simulated photos of destruction. This helps to understand the impact the Cascadia event will have on the region. Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 149 September 2016 Figure EQ-12 is a shakemap scenario for a Cascadia event exceeding M9.030. It shows that East Jefferson County, which is the economic engine for the area, will receive strong to very strong shaking, The concern with this is that the shaking will go on for many minutes. “A magnitude 9.0 earthquake can last for five minutes or longer, and the amount of energy released is 1,000 times greater than that of a 7.0. The most powerful quakes could leave few if any masonry buildings standing, destroy bridges and toss objects into the air, according to the USGS.31 Figure EQ-12 - Cascadia M9.0+ Earthquake Scenario The CSZ event shakemap (Figure EQ-13) shows that the majority of Jefferson County will experience “very strong” to “severe” shaking intensity, with the West Jefferson County getting pockets of “violent” shaking intensity32. U.S Hwy 101 can be expected to be busted up in multiple places. The CRX showed that it would take a minimum of three hours for help to reach the West End, which has Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 150 September 2016 no significant emergency assets of its own. Air assets are likely to be the only way to get help to the Hoh Tribe and to the pockets of tourist/survivors. During the tourist season, there can be 10,000+ tourists on the coast at any given time. Figure EQ-13 - Cascadia M9.0+ Earthquake Shakemap Hazus simulations, summarized in Table EQ-4, show that the destruction in Port Townsend can be significantly higher for an SWI fault event than for an CSZ event of M9.0+. And while it is clear from the caveats, that the damage estimates are understated, the relative levels of death and destruction make sense. An CSZ generated earthquake will be somewhat attenuated by the time the shock waves hit East Jefferson County, and the population will have about ninety minutes to get out of the way of any tsunami generated. An SWI generated earthquake will be right on the City’s doorstep and give people about 10- minutes to get off the Fort Worden beaches or out of the downtown area before any tsunami wave created hits. Once again, at certain times of the year, particularly during festivals, Port Townsend’s population can expand from 9,800 to 50,000 at sea level. It is plausible that people will just be picking themselves off the ground when a tsunami wave hits. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 151 September 2016 Table EQ-4 – Hazus Earthquake Results for Selected Scenarios33 The Bottom Line34 Jefferson County’s part of the world is unique in its geology, demographics and geography, and where we might fall in the line for help from state and/or federal agencies on the road to recovery. Jefferson County’s demographics stand out in terms of emergency response. Leading the other 38 counties in the state for the 65 years+ age of its citizens, by 2020, it is estimated that 35.2 percent of Jefferson County’s population will be 65 and older. Despite lack of family-wage employment opportunities, the population increased by 15.1 percent from 2000 to 2010. There will likely be a higher percentage of special needs people among survivors of a major quake than in more age-diversified areas. Jefferson County’s geography presents other challenges. The West end of Jefferson County, where the Hoh Native American Reservation is located, is bordered by the Pacific Ocean. Clallam County is the border to the north; to the east, Admiralty Inlet and Hood Canal, and to the south, Grays Harbor and Mason counties. Port Townsend, the largest and only incorporated city in the county is on a peninsula. Access and egress to the peninsula by car is limited. The most common way to get here is via the Hood Canal Bridge. The second choice is by way of Highway 101. In the event of a disaster, both routes could easily be impacted for one reason or another. Potential damage to either or both of those routes emphasizes Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 152 September 2016 one of the disadvantages to the “Just-In-Time” delivery systems used by local retailers and businesses. The ”Just-In-Time” inventory system has its advantages by eliminating the need for suppliers to have large warehouses to hold inventories. But there are also disadvantages to this system for the end-user. Of specific concern is the time of exceptional need for specific goods and supplies following a major disaster. Because of damaged roads or unavailable goods from suppliers, the shelves would remain empty and demands for specific products unmet. In a study done by the Cascadia Region Earthquake Workgroup (2005), resupply issues for businesses in the Puget Sound area (to include not just grocery stores, but hospitals, pharmacies, emergency services, transportation related services, fuel, building materials and more) could quickly reach critical stages because of damages to previously used methods of delivery caused by a major disaster. Getting supplies to the area by other means, should the need occur, would be at the top of the resource acquisition list for emergency management staff but the timeliness of acquiring those supplies would be dependent upon a number of things to include the overall impact of the disaster (how big an area was damaged and to what extent); availability of supplies (resources going to the hardest hit areas with greater populations first) and securing alternate means of delivery of needed supplies to include manpower, food, water and medical supplies and whatever else might be critically needed to save lives). Of note is the possibility there will be long term interruption of the supply chain on the peninsula after a M9.0 earthquake. Recovery could take years with some resources never recovering. “Contrary to what some believe is the case, an emergency management office—no matter the size of the community it serves—does not have a giant warehouse full of food, water and other supplies to distribute to residents,” said Bob Hamlin, Program Director of the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management. “Our primary focuses are to provide public education and information, coordinate the response to a disaster, assessment and coordinate the delivery of state or federal assistance; support agency and jurisdictional partners, and run the Emergency Operations Center when it is activated for a countywide emergency,” he added.35 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 153 September 2016 Climate Change Not Applicable Conclusion Jefferson County is among the counties considered most at-risk and vulnerable to earthquake. Our evaluation is that the County has a very high risk and a very high vulnerability. Figure EQ-15 - Counties Most Vulnerable to Earthquake36 Although scientists have tried for decades to predict earthquakes, no one has discovered a method that can be applied with regular success. For some areas with well-understood patterns of seismicity, it may be possible to forecast decades-long time windows when large earthquakes are likely to occur. However, the Pacific Northwest has only been monitored for a couple of decades; not long enough to allow us to see what patterns, if any, exist here. Seismologists are still trying to understand what types of earthquakes are possible here, and what kind of shaking we will experience from future earthquakes (depending on the earthquake location and size, and the site geology and topography). Mitigation activities, including the following, should be instituted and maintained to lessen potential problems: 1. Examination, evaluation, and enforcement of effective building codes Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 154 September 2016 2. Geologically hazardous areas, as defined by the Growth Management Act, should be identified and land use policies adopted to lessen risk. 3. Public information on what to do before, during, and after an earthquake should be provided to citizens. Emphasis must be place on individual and family preparation for not just earthquake related disaster, but for all disasters. Since 2004, the City of Port Townsend has actively sought to seismically retrofit public buildings that are critical assets. City Hall, the police station, the city’s Historic Carnegie Library, City Water Distribution Center, tunnel lids and the City’s water tower have all been completed or are in the process of being seismically retrofitted. The city is also developing plans for a “Resiliency Center” to deal with the post-disaster recovery needs after a major event. Earthquake hazards can be reduced by advance preparation; such as coordinating emergency communications and activities across jurisdictional lines, preparing personal emergency plans, and considering seismic hazards in land use plans, building codes, and planning for medical, utility, and emergency facilities. Education programs are currently in place to facilitate the development of individual, family and neighborhood preparedness. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 155 September 2016 References – EARTHQUAKE 1. “Earthquake”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 17-23. 2. Earthquake, Wikipedia, Accessed August 27, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Earthquake 3. Seismic Scale, Wikipedia, Accessed August 27, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seismic_scale 4. Ibid. 5. 2001 Nisqually Earthquake, Wikipedia, Accessed August 27, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2001_Nisqually_earthquake 6. Conversation with Chief Wayne Kier, 2004. 7. Dating the 1700 Cascadia Earthquake: Great Coastal Earthquakes in Native Stories, 2005, R. S. Ludwin, R. Dennis, D. Carver, A. D. McMillan, R. Losey, J. Clague, C. Jonientz-Trisler, J. Bowechop, J. Wray, and K. James, Seismological Research Letters, V. 76, No. 2 8. “Large Earthquakes in the Northwest”, Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, Accessed 2011. http://www.geophys.washington.edu/SEIS/PNSN/INFO_GENERAL/ NQT/f13.html 9. Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, http://pnsn.org/ 10. Cascadia State Significant Earthquakes, Cascadia Historic Earthquake Catalog 1793-1929, PNSN. Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://assets.pnsn.org/CASCAT2006/Index_1_24.html 11. “1928-1970 Washington and Oregon Earthquake information and Isoseismal Maps”, United States Earthquakes, U.S. Department of Commerce, Coast and Geodetic Survey 12. USGS FAQS, U. S. Geological Survey, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://www2.usgs.gov/faq/categories/9838/3435 13. Cascadia Subduction Zone Map, by Ken Horvath, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, April 2014. 14. Cascadia Subduction Zone Map with Coastal Quaternary Faults, by Ken Horvath, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, April 2014. 15. Copalis Beach Quaternary Fault, U.S. Geological Survey, 2006, Quaternary fault and fold database for the United States, accessed August 27, 2016, from USGS web site: http//earthquakes.usgs.gov/regional/qfaults/. 16. Cape Flattery Quaternary Fault, U.S. Geological Survey, 2006, Quaternary fault and fold database for the United States, accessed August 27, 2016, from USGS web site: http//earthquakes.usgs.gov/regional/qfaults/. 17. Victoria Quaternary Fault, U.S. Geological Survey, 2006, Quaternary fault and fold database for the United States, accessed August 27, 2016, from USGS web site: http//earthquakes.usgs.gov/regional/qfaults/. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 156 September 2016 18. Seattle Quaternary Fault, U.S. Geological Survey, 2006, Quaternary fault and fold database for the United States, accessed August 27, 2016, from USGS web site: http//earthquakes.usgs.gov/regional/qfaults/. 19. Composite Map of Quaternary Faults affecting Jefferson County, by Ken Horvath, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, April 2014. 20. NGDC Earthquake Intensity Database, Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://assets.pnsn.org/HIST_CAT/isoseismals.html 21. Frequently Asked Questions, PNSN Outreach, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.pnsn.org/outreach/faq 22. Scenario Shakemaps, Earthquake Hazards Program, USGS, Accessed August 2016, Available at: http://earthquake.usgs.gov/hazards/products/scenario/ 23. “Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe”, FEMA, January 2016, p.1 24. Ibid. 25. Ibid. 9. 26. Shakemap usSwif7.4_se, Earthquake Hazards Program, USGS, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/shakemap/global/shake/Swif7.4_se/ 27. Ibid. 23,9. 28. Cascade Rising 2016, “CRZ Article 1”, By Bob Hamlin, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, January 2016, p.1. 29. Ibid. 4. 30. Shakemap uscasc9.0_expanded_peak_se, Earthquake Hazards Program, USGS, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/shakemap/global/shake/casc9.0_expanded_peak_se/ 31. Cascade Rising 2016, “CRZ Article 2”, By Bob Hamlin, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, February 2016, p.2. 32. Ibid. 23,10. 33. Ibid. 23,11. 34. Cascade Rising 2016, “CRZ Article 3”, By Bob Hamlin, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, February 2016, p.4. 35. Cascade Rising 2016, “CRZ Article 4”, By Bob Hamlin, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, February 2016, p.4. 36. “Earthquake Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, May 2013, Tab 5.4, p.33. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Earthquake_Hazard_Profile.pdf Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 157 September 2016 Tables - EARTHQUAKE EQ-1 Cascadia Historic Earthquakes EQ-2 Cascadia Historic Earthquakes EQ-3 Figures of Earthquake Faults affecting Jefferson County EQ-4 Hazus Earthquake Results for Selected Scenario Earthquakes Figures - EARTHQUAKE EQ-1 Large Earthquakes in the Northwest EQ-2 Large Earthquakes in the Northwest EQ-3 Cascadia Subduction Zone EQ-4 Cascadia Subduction Zone with Coastal Faults (in white) EQ-5 Copalis Beach Quaternary Fault EQ-6 Cape Flattery Quaternary Fault EQ-7 Victoria Quaternary Fault (including Port Townsend) EQ-8 Seattle Quaternary Fault EQ-9 Composite Map of Quaternary Faults that affect Jefferson County EQ-10 Southern Whidbey Island M7.4+ Earthquake Scenario EQ-11 Southern Whidbey Island M7.4+ Earthquake Shakemap EQ-12 Cascadia M9.0+ Earthquake Scenario EQ-13 Cascadia M9.0+ Earthquake Shakemap EQ-14 Hazus Earthquake Results for Selected Scenarios EQ-15 Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Earthquake Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 158 September 2016 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 159 September 2016 FLOOD1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Flooding is the uncontrolled release of impounded water resulting that can affect life and property. Flooding may occur as an overflow of water from water bodies, such as a river, lake, or ocean, in which the water overtops or breaks levees, resulting in some of that water escaping its usual boundaries or it may occur due to an accumulation of rainwater on saturated ground in an area flood. 2 The National Flood Insurance Program defines flood as, “A general and temporary condition of partial or complete inundation of two or more acres of normally dry land area or of two or more properties (at least one of which is the policyholder's property) from: • Overflow of inland or tidal waters; or • Unusual and rapid accumulation or runoff of surface waters from any source; or • Mudflow (liquid and flowing mud moving across surface); or • Collapse or subsidence of land along the shore of a lake or similar body of water as a result of erosion or undermining caused by waves or currents of water exceeding anticipated cyclical levels that result in a flood as defined above.”3 Flooding can be caused by excessive precipitation causing rivers and lakes to overflow their banks; tidal floods, or flash floods can be caused by intensive short bursts of precipitation in areas that cannot absorb or retain the water. Previous Occurrences: Flooding is a frequent occurrence on the plains near the coasts. Between 1938 and 1966 (28 years), the Duckabush River flooded 26 times. Between 1931 and 1982 (51 years), the Dosewallips River flooded 23 times. In 2002, the flooding of Dosewallips changed the river course near Highway 101. In 2003, Dosewallips flooded the streets near Brinnon 3.5 feet5. In the same flood event, Duckabush flooded the Fire District #4 Station6. In December 2014, the Duckabush flooded Fire District #4’s Station 4-2 again, resulting in a $40,000 clean-up bill and $14,000 of damage to their apparatus7. In 2015, Jefferson County incurred nearly $1.6 million in road repair costs due to landslides and flooding in the “West End.” Three hundred thousand was directly to flood damage to the Oil City Road.8 Table FL-1 lists all the Presidential Disaster Declarations for flooding in Jefferson County (RED) and adjacent counties (BLUE) from 1956 through July 2016.9 Adjacent counties have been included because there have been times when flooding and storm damage in adjacent counties were enough to warrant a Presidential Disaster Declaration for them, but were not high enough to do so in Jefferson County – even though the flooding and / or storms did not respect the county line. Probability of Future Events: High – The probability of severe winter storms in Jefferson County is 100%. Jefferson County’s climate does not normally get the severe cold resulting in blizzards, therefore, winter storms contain a lot of rain that often causes flooding. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for avalanches for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 19.9, which is right on the boundary for moderate risk. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 160 September 2016 Table FL-1 Presidential Disaster Declarations for Flooding Jefferson County and Adjacent Counties (1956-2016) EVENT DATE EVENT COUNTIES / RECIPIENTS December 1964 Maj. #185 - Heavy rains/flooding Asotin, Benton, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Snohomish, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima January 1971 Maj. #300 - Heavy rains/melting snow/flooding Columbia, Garfield, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Skagit, Whatcom, Yakima January 1972 Maj. #322 - Severe storms/flooding Asotin, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Pacific, Skamania, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whitman January 1974 Maj. #414 - Severe storms/ snowmelt/flooding Asotin, Benton, Columbia, Ferry, Kitsap, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Thurston, Whitman, Yakima December 1975 Maj. #492 - Severe storms/flooding Benton, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Whatcom, Yakima December 1977 Maj. #545 - Severe storms/ mudslides/flooding Benton, Clark, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whitman, Yakima December 1979 Maj. #612 - Storms/high tides / mudslides / flooding Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Mason, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom January 1986 Maj. #757 - Severe storms/flooding Clallam, Jefferson, King January 1990 Maj. #852 - Severe storms/flooding Benton, Grays Harbor, King, Lewis, Pierce, Thurston, Wahkiakum November 1990 Maj. #883 - Severe storms/flooding Chelan, Clallam, Grays, Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom, Yakima December 1990 Maj. #896 - Storms/high wind/ flooding Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom November 1995 Major #1079 - Flooding and Wind (Nov - Dec 95) Declared Jan 3, 1996 Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom, Yakima February 1996 Major #1100 - Flooding Declared February 9, 1996 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima, and Yakima Indian Reservation December 1996 Major #1159 - Winter Storm (Ice, snow, flooding) Declared January 17, 1997 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Douglas, Ferry, Franklin, Garfield, Grant, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Okanogan, Pacific, Pend Oreille, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Yakima March 1997 Major #1172 - Flooding Declared April 2, 1997 Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lincoln, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Pend Oreille, Stevens Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 161 September 2016 EVENT DATE EVENT COUNTIES / RECIPIENTS January 27 to February 4, 2006 DR 1641 Severe Storms, Flooding, Tidal Surge, Landslides, and Mudslides Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Snohomish, and Wahkiakum Counties November 2-11, 2006 DR 1671 Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. December 14-15, 2006 DR 1682 Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, and Mudslides All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program December 1 - 17, 2007 DR 1743 Severe Storms and Flooding Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston and Wahkiakum Counties. December 2008 / January 2009 DR 1817 Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, Mudslides, and Flooding Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Columbia, Cowlitz, Franklin, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Whitman, and Yakima counties. March 2012 DR 4056 Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides Clallam, Grays Harbor, King, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Skamania, Snohomish, Thurston, and Wahkiakum March 2014 ED 3370 Flooding and Mudslides State of Washington January 2016 DR 4249 Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides Chelan, Clallam, Garfield, Island, Jefferson, Kittitas, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Pend Oreille, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Wahkiakum, and Whitman counties February 2016 DR 4253 Severe Winter Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, Mudslides, and a Tornado Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties Brinnon Flooding – February 2015 Photo by Keppie Keplinger Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 162 September 2016 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment Definition Of all the hazards that affect Jefferson County, floods are the most common and cause the most property damage. There are basically three types of floods possible in Jefferson County. River building floods: River building floods are caused by heavy, prolonged rain, melting snow, or both. Prolonged heavy rains and high freezing levels are the common cause for river flooding in Jefferson County. Runoff from the melting of low elevation snow often contributes to these floods. The spring runoff of the mountain snowpack also drives some river flooding in Jefferson County, especially during times of spring rains. 2. Tidal floods: Tidal floods occur when high tides, strong winds, heavy swell, and low atmospheric pressure combine to produce flooding. 3. Flash floods: Although possible, flash floods are not as common in Jefferson County as they are in Eastern Washington. Flash floods are characterized by a very rapid quick rise of the water level in a small river, stream or dry wash. In the most extreme case, a flash flood is a literal wall of water moving down a steep canyon or ravine. The brief intense rainfall from a thunderstorm is usually the cause of a flash flood. Flooding in Jefferson County occurs in the winter months. Coastal flooding is caused by storm surges which result from high spring tides and strong winter storm winds. Newspapers have reported wave run up during heavy wind storms in Port Townsend. The rivers swell during winter months when heavy rains and snowmelt produce the highest runoff flows. The greatest and most frequent flooding occurs at river mouths where the high river waters are held back by concurrent ocean water surges and heavy rains characteristic of winter storms.10 The frequency of major flooding is well-correlated with precipitation levels. Figure FL-1 on the following page shows 100-year 24-hour precipitation data. The high precipitation areas, shown in blue, green and yellow on Figure FL-1 include all of the counties with a history of frequent major flood events.11 As one can see from the map, there are locations in Jefferson County where there would have to be a real toad-strangler of a rain to exceed a 100-year event. The Olympic Mountains keep the rain on the Pacific side of the mountains and create such locations as the Hoh Rain Forest, which gets 12 – 14 feet of rain each year. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 163 September 2016 Figure FL-1 – 24-Hour Precipitation Totals that would Qualify as a 100 Year Event11 Floods on the rivers of Eastern Jefferson County, specifically the Duckabush, Dosewallips, and both the Big and Little Quilcene Rivers, generally are a combination of two types—the river building floods with help twice each day from the tidal floods. These rivers are short rivers with steep sided banks. Tidal changes from Hood Canal combined with increased runoff from the Olympics have produced a history of frequent flooding. Occurring principally during the winter months, flooding has inflicted loss of life and property, damage to infrastructure and has been the cause for suspension of economic activity in communities near the Big and Little Quilcene, Duckabush, and Dosewallips Rivers in Eastern Jefferson County. Eastern Jefferson County has short, steep rivers that rise quickly and recede quickly. The flood plains are alluvial in nature and are greatly affected by tidal action. Southern winds tend to hold water against the shores compounding the effects. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 164 September 2016 Most floods are short term, however the potential for extreme damage is possible In Western Jefferson County, floods on the Hoh, Clearwater, Bogachiel, and Quinault Rivers have damaged roads and bridges causing significant expense to the County to constantly repair and maintain them. Over the last 10-years, the average annual cost to the county for repairs due to flood and landslide damage has been $750,000.12 Rivers in Western Jefferson County are highly erosive to the low riverbanks of the flood plains. Many acres of farm and timberland disappear annually. Road and bridge washouts on Highway 101 in the “West End” have necessitated sandbagging and other emergency measures for members of the Hoh Tribe residing on reservation lands at the end of the Lower Hoh Road. Much of the recent development in the County has occurred either in or near flood plains. This development increases the likelihood of flood damages in two ways. First, new developments near a flood plain add structures and people in flood areas. Secondly, new construction alters surface water flows by diverting water to new courses or increases the amount of water that runs off impermeable pavement and roof surfaces. This second effect diverts waters to places that were previously safe from flooding. Floods have regularly occurred throughout Western Washington. Principally during the winter and early spring months, Jefferson County’s flooding typically follows long rainy periods and / or rapid warming when Olympic Mountain snowpack melts rapidly into rivers and streams on all sides of the mountain slopes. That being said, Figure FL-2 shows that Jefferson County is not among the counties considered most vulnerable to flooding13. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 165 September 2016 Figure FL-2 – Washington Counties Most Vulnerable to Flooding13 Jefferson County is not considered at high risk or having a high vulnerability to floods because most of the County’s critical assets are not in flood zones. There are pockets, however of vulnerability near river flood zones. Since a picture is worth a thousand words, the following gallery of figures (Table FL-2) extracted from the Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan shows evidence for the above conclusions: • The dollar value of assets at risk from flooding is less compared to other counties (Figure FL-314). • Frequency of flooding is moderate compared to other counties (Figure FL-415); • Jefferson County only has 2.9% of its land area at risk for riverine flooding (Figure FL-516). • Washington State Watershed Flood Risk Map (Figure FL-617). • Jefferson County only has three NFIP categorized repetitive loss properties and no Severe Repetitive Loss (SRL) properties within its borders, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 166 September 2016 Jurisdictions most vulnerable to flooding were determined by the State by scoring each county based on the above factors: frequency of flooding that causes major damage, the percentage of the county in floodplain, the number of flood insurance policies currently in effect, the number of flood insurance claims paid, the number of repetitive flood loss properties, and the number of severe repetitive loss properties. A maximum value of 28 points was possible (King County received this score). Jefferson County received 7 points. The entire table and analysis can be found in the “Flood Hazard Profile” of the Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan at http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Flood_Hazard_Profile.pdf. The ten counties with the highest score are considered most vulnerable to flooding and are highlighted in Table FL-2. Note that county totals include properties in the unincorporated areas of the County as well as the properties inside of the limits of the incorporated cities and towns within those Counties. Why is this important? It is not just a “humble brag” to say that Jefferson County should be recognized as among the top 10 counties most vulnerable to flooding (assuming that is something one wants to brag about). It is a recognition that in a major flood disaster Jefferson County, because of its relatively small population, will not be among the counties getting emergency resources quickly because those resources will be focused on more densely populated areas. Consequently, local authorities have to develop strategies that rely on resilience, self-reliance, and a trained-to-handle disasters population. Center Valley flooding worst in 10 years, Short says Source: Leader March 16, 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 167 September 2016 Table FL-2 – Gallery of Relative Criteria for Identifying Counties Most Vulnerable to Flooding Figure FL-3 - The Modeled Value of Flood Damage14 The modeling of total flood losses by the State predicts a loss of $89,670,000 for Jefferson County, which puts it among the least affected counties on an absolute basis. However, if you divide the Total Loses by the population of the county for that year to create a “misery index”, by the modeling, Jefferson County would have a higher per capita loss than Skagit, Snohomish, and Thurston counties, all of which are listed as in the ten most vulnerable counties. Source: Washington State Emergency Management Division Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 168 September 2016 Figure FL-4 – Frequency of Major Flooding15 Source: Washington State Emergency Management Division Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County Sheriff’s Car Caught in Flood Source: PBStwimg.com Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 169 September 2016 Figure FL-5 – Percentage of the County in the Riverine Floodplain16 Source: Washington State Emergency Management Division Hazard Mitigation Plan Although Jefferson County has less than 3% of its land in a riverine floodplain, there are two factors which argue for the county’s flood vulnerability: • Nearly all of its population centers are in coastal floodplains to one degree or another, • The majority of the county’s economic engine is in or near the floodplains, and • Significant critical assets are within or adjacent to the costal floodplains. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 170 September 2016 Figure FL-6 – Washington State Watershed Flood Risk Map17 Source: Washington State Emergency Management Division Hazard Mitigation Plan In 2012, the Washington Department of Ecology assessed flood risk based on the watershed availability in the western portion of the state.18 Watersheds in the Puget Sound were considered high risk because the area is so heavily populated. Three risk factors were used: population density (60%), NFIP Policies and Claims (30%) and Floodplain Area (10%). Port Townsend was included in the Puget Sound sector, which was the second highest risk due to Seattle and its population. End of Gallery NFIP In 1968, Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) to help provide a means for property owners to financially protect themselves. The NFIP offers flood insurance to homeowners, renters, and business owners if their community participates in the NFIP. Participating communities agree to adopt and enforce ordinances that meet or exceed FEMA requirements to reduce the risk of flooding.19 The following NFIP statistics were used in determining the vulnerability ranking of Washington counties: • Number of Flood Insurance Policies in Effect • Number of Flood Claims Paid Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 171 September 2016 • Number of Repetitive Loss Properties, and • Number of Severe Repetitive Loss Properties. Repetitive Loss Properties – “A Repetitive Loss (RL) property is any insurable building for which two or more claims of more than $1,000 were paid by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) within any rolling ten-year period, since 1978. A RL property may or may not be currently insured by the NFIP. Currently there are over 122,000 RL properties nationwide.”20 Severe Repetitive Loss Properties (SRL) – “The SRL group consists of any NFIP-insured residential property that has met at least 1 of the following paid flood loss criteria since 1978, regardless of ownership: • 4 or more separate claim payments of more than $5,000 each (including building and contents); or • 2 or more separate claim payments (building payments only) where the total of the payments exceeds the current value of the property. In either case, two of the claim payments must have occurred within 10 years of each other. Multiple losses at the same location within 10 days of each other are counted as 1 loss, with the payment amounts added together.”21 Only a small percentage of the homes in mapped flood plains are insured against flood loss. Many homeowners who live in flood plains carry fire insurance, however they do not carry flood insurance. Only about 20 to 30 percent of the homes in floodplains have insurance for flood losses. Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are both participants in the NFIP program. Their statistics are presented in their community profiles and below in “Risk Map Assessment.” RISKMAP ASSESSMENT RiskMAP replaced the Flood Map Modernization program in 2010. Flood Map Modernization was established in 1997 to digitally update FEMA flood maps. Under the Map Moderations Program, several counties in the Washington were mapped, providing countywide Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (DFIRMs). Jefferson County’s turn came in 2014, with the Preliminary DFIRMS available for comment in February 2016. Figure FL-7 below shows the scope of the DFIRMS under development. Additionally, the Risk Map project does Hazus simulations and pulls the latest NFIP statistics for the area being studied. Table FL-3 provides the NFIP community characteristics for the Jefferson County area as of December, 2015.22 Table FL-3 – Community Characteristics Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 172 September 2016 Figure FL-7: FEMA 100-year and 500-year Flood Zones in Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 173 September 2016 Table FL-4 presents building value and percentage of buildings located within the floodplain of the community.23 Table FL-4 – Assessment of Special Flood Hazard Area It should be noted that there are a number of critical structures that are located slightly outside the floodplain, based on maps – but not based on Mother Nature’s predilections. Figure FL-8 is an illustration of one of risks that do not get picked up in generic simulations – one of two power substations that serves the Quimper Peninsula is a few feet outside a flood zone.24 If a tsunami or flood takes out that substation, the Quimper Peninsula has the potential to be without power for months. Figure FL-8 - PUD Substation Near Flood Zone Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 174 September 2016 Climate Change The NOPRCD report estimates rain events in which rainfall exceeds one inch in 24 hours will increase by 13% by the 2050’s.25 Table FL-5 copies the Precipitations: Trends and Extremes table from the NOPRCD report.26 Table FL-6 provides the probability that the mean sea level will reach or exceed projected Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) tidal datum by selected years, including 2050.27 Figures FL-9 and Fl-10 are maps of the probabilistic sea level rise / coastal flood risk for Port Townsend for 2050.28,29 It is interesting to note that, based on the Annual Extreme Storm Flooded Areas in 2050 map, the frequency of flooding will increase, and critical infrastructure that one would expect to be in a higher flood zone are shown to be threatened more than they are today. Specifically, the Port Townsend Paper Mill, Life Care Center of Port Townsend, and the Kearney Street power substation all appear to be inside the predicted flood zone due to rising sea levels. Table FL-5 – Precipitations: Trends and Extremes26 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 175 September 2016 Table FL-6 - Relative Sea Level Projection for Coastal Communities27 Relative sea level (third column) and annual extreme coastal flood projections (right column, which includes sea level rise) for the coastal communities of the Strait of Juan de Fuca relative to the contemporary Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) tidal datum. The third column of the table provides the probability (in percent) that mean sea level will be at or above a certain elevation (in feet) above contemporary MHHW by 2030, 2050 or 2100. The right column of the table provides the probability in a given year that the largest single coastal flooding event will reach a given elevation (in feet) above the contemporary MHHW. This column reflects how storm surge amounts vary at locations across the peninsula. Source: NOPRCD Report Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 176 September 2016 Figure FL-9 – Sea Level Inundation Area In 2050, Port Townsend28 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 177 September 2016 Figure FL-10 – Annual Extreme Storm Flooded Areas in 2050, Port Townsend29 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 178 September 2016 Conclusion Many homes and small businesses located in flood plains are vulnerable to damage. Flood damage to croplands, structures, land resources, roads and utilities exceed damage cause by all other natural hazards in Jefferson County. Building in floodplains must be regulated to ensure that floodplain development is limited to utilization such as parks, golf courses, farmlands, etc., to help ensure that land use is maximized while the potential for damages is minimized. Jefferson County developed the “Jefferson County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, No. 18-1120-95” to better regulate and direct development in flood plain areas. It regulates planning, construction, operation, maintenance and improvements in these areas for both public and private endeavors. The ordinance helps ensure that work is properly planned, constructed, operated and maintained to avoid adversely influencing the regimen of the stream. It provides a sound basis for planning to ensure the security of life, health, and property damage by floodwaters in floodplain areas. The public should be made aware and reminded of hazardous areas and be provided information on flood insurance, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Local plans should reflect warning, evacuation, housing and other emergency procedures. Plans must also include and emphasize the need to be aware of potential disease, hazardous material releases, or debris that may affect floodwaters. In years past, people living on or near rivers have taken it upon themselves to remove gravel deposits thus helping to maintain river and stream channels. As greater emphasis has been placed on maintaining salmon spawning areas, this type of activity is now restricted and requires hydraulic permits for any activity in the riverbeds. As a result, deposits of gravel have built up over the years, and the river channels have become increasingly shallow, exacerbating the chances of flooding. Low levees constructed along several rivers in eastern Jefferson County have failed in the past. Although levees have been reinforced on the Dosewallips River, many levees on the mouth of the Big Quilcene River are the same elevation as the riverbed. The National Weather Service has extensive weather monitoring systems and usually provides adequate and timely warning. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) provides coverage of the Puget Sound area, but currently does not cover the western portion of the county. N.O.A.A. WEATHER RADIO (NWR) is a source of initial warnings and alerts. It is a nation-wide network that broadcasts continuous weather information and emergency alerts - including relays from the Emergency Alert System (EAS). The United States Army Corps of Engineers, under PL 84-89, has the authority to assist public entities in flood fighting and rescue operations as well as protecting, repairing and restoring federally constructed flood control infrastructure Work on Dosewallips River. Photo by Bob Hamlin Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 179 September 2016 References - Flood 1. “Flood”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 24-31. 2. “Flood”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flood 3. “Flood Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, May 2013, Tab 5.6, p.2. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Flood_Hazard_Profile.pdf 4. Ibid. 2,1. 5. Flood Protection Information, Jefferson County Department of Community Development, Jefferson County Website, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/flood.htm 6. Ibid. 7. Email from Patrick Nicholson, Chief, Jefferson County Fire District 4, February 11, 2015. 8. Email from Monte Reinders, Director of Jefferson County Public Works, April 27, 2016 9. Subset from Major Disaster Declarations for Washington 1956-2016, “Multi-jurisdictional Community Profile”, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016). 10. Ibid. 5,1. 11. Ibid. 3,12. 12. Ibid. 8,1. 13. Ibid. 3,2. 14. Ibid. 3,33. 15. Flood Risk Maps, Washington Department of Ecology, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/floods/riskmap_maps.html 16. Ibid. 3,36. 17. Ibid. 3,57. 18. Ibid. 19. About the NFIP, National Flood Insurance Program, Floodsmart.com, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart/pages/about/nfip_overview.jsp 20. National Flood Insurance Program: Frequently Asked Questions Repetitive Loss, FEMA.gov, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.fema.gov/txt/rebuild/repetitive_loss_faqs.txt 21. Guidance for Severe Repetitive Loss Properties, FEMA.gov, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://www.fema.gov/pdf/nfip/manual201205/content/20_srl.pdf Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 180 September 2016 22. Risk Report for Jefferson County including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, FEMA, February 2016, p. 6. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf 23. Ibid., 7. 24. PUD Substation Adjacent to Flood Zones, Ken Horvath, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, September 5, 2016 25. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. 18. Available: www.noprcd.org 26. Ibid. 27. Ibid., 29. 28. Ibid., 30. 29. Ibid. Tables - Flood FL-1 Presidential Disaster Declarations for Flooding in Jefferson County and Adjacent Counties (1956-2016) FL-2 Gallery of Relative Criteria for Identifying Counties Most Vulnerable to Flooding FL-3 Community Characteristics FL-4 Assessment of Special Flood Hazard Area FL-5 Precipitation: Trends and Extremes FL-6 Relative Sea Level Projection for Coastal Communities Figures - Flood FL-1 24-Hour Precipitation Totals that would Qualify as a 100 Year Event FL-2 Washington Counties Most Vulnerable to Flooding FL-3 Modeled Value of Flood Damage FL-4 Frequency of Major Flooding FL-5 Percentage of the County in the Floodplain FL-6 Washington State Watershed Flood Risk Map FL-7 FEMA 100-year and 500-year Flood Zones in Jefferson County FL-8 PUD Substation Near Flood Zone FL-9 Sea Level Inundation Area for Port Townsend, WA in 2050 FL-10 Annual Extreme Storm Flooded Area for Port Townsend, WA in 2050 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 181 September 2016 HEAT WAVE (EXTENDED) 1 SUMMARY The Hazard: The National Weather Service defines a heat wave as a “prolonged excessive heat/humidity episode” in which its Heat Index (HI) is expected to exceed 105o for at least two consecutive days2. Severe heat waves have caused catastrophic crop failures, thousands of deaths from hyperthermia, and widespread power outages due to increased use of air conditioning. A heat wave is considered extreme weather, and a danger because heat and sunlight may overheat the human body3. “In 2015, 45 people died nation-wide as a result of extreme heat, up dramatically from the 2014 total of 20 but down from the 92 fatalities in 2013. This number is well below the 10-year average for heat related fatalities, 113. In 2015, the most dangerous place to be was in a permanent home, likely with little or no air conditioning, where 15 people died4. As in the past, extreme heat most strongly affected adults aged 50+, with 33 deaths (73%). Sadly, the next highest age-range was children 0-9, many left in vehicles. Once again, more males, 32 (71%), than females, 13 (29%), were killed by heat.5” Impacts and Effects: • Potential deaths due to Heat Related Illness (HRI) • Increase in illness and accidents due to HRI • Potential illness and death of commercial livestock as well as domestic pets • Adverse impact on agriculture, especially dry land farms and grazing lands • Increased danger of fires • Imposition of water conservation measures • Shortages of water for firefighting • Increased prices for local produce • Economic impact due to loss of sales from people sheltering from heat instead of being out in the community • Economic impact of lost work-time due to HRI Previous Occurrences: There have been three outdoor-work heat related deaths in Washington during the years 2005 and 2006. Probability of Future Events: High – Climatic changes may be impacting the frequency and duration of extended heat events on the Olympic Peninsula. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for heat wave for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 13.65, which would be considered low, approaching moderate. Definition The National Weather Service (NWS) defines a heat wave as a “prolonged excessive heat/humidity episode” in which its Heat Index (HI) is expected to exceed 105o for at least two consecutive days. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 182 September 2016 A definition based on Frich et al.'s Heat Wave Duration Index is that a heat wave occurs when the daily maximum temperature of more than five consecutive days exceeds the average maximum temperature by 5 °C (9 °F), the normal period being 1961–19906. Heat related illness is a well-known, recognized hazard in the outdoor work environment, as well as a threat to the day-to-day functioning of people without the means of sheltering from the heat. Heat Related Illnesses (HRI) include heat fatigue, heat rash, fainting, heart cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Aside from these disorders, heat poses an additional threat of injuries due to accidents caused by heat related fatigue, dizziness, and disorientation. The Heat Index devised by the NWS gives an accurate measure of how hot it really feels when the relative humidity is added to the actual air temperature. Since HI values were predicated on shady, light wind conditions, exposure to full sunshine can increase values by 15 degrees. Figure HW-1, below, presents a graphic representation of the heat index7. Possible heat related disorders are: Heat Index 130o or higher: Heat stroke/sunstroke highly likely with continued exposure. Heat Index 105o - 130o: Sunstroke, heat cramps or heat exhaustion likely, and heatstroke possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Heat Index 90o - 105o: Sunstroke, heat cramps and heat exhaustion possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Heat Index 80o - 90o: Fatigue possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. NWS Alerts: The National Weather Service tracks heat waves by reporting stations, of which Seattle is the closest to Jefferson County. It issues heat advisories and excessive heat warnings based on the following criteria: Heat Advisory - Issued within 12 hours of the onset of the following conditions: heat index of at least 105Â°F but less than 115Â°F for less than 3 hours per day, or nighttime lows above 80Â°F for 2 consecutive days8. Excessive Heat Watch - Issued by the National Weather Service when heat indices in excess of 105ÂºF (41ÂºC) during the day combined with nighttime low temperatures of 80ÂºF (27ÂºC) or higher are forecast to occur for two consecutive days9. Excessive Heat Warning - Issued within 12 hours of the onset of the following criteria: heat index of at least 105Â°F for more than 3 hours per day for 2 consecutive days, or heat index more than 115Â°F for any period of time10. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 183 September 2016 Figure HW-1 – NOAA National Weather Service Heat Index Chart7 Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_wave Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 184 September 2016 HISTORY OF HEAT WAVES IN JEFFERSON COUNTY The following incidents were gleaned from local news sources and histories of Jefferson County: Mar 2001-Dec 2001 - On March 14, 2001, Gov. Gary Locke authorized the Department of Ecology to declare a statewide drought emergency; Washington was the first Northwest state to make such a declaration, which remained in effect until December 31, 2001.11 2002-2003- Two of the driest summers on record—one of five driest winters in past 100 years. Port Townsend Paper Corporation curtailed some operations, and fishing was halted on rivers on the Olympic Peninsula 2006 – Multiple heat waves of 3-4 days each in June, July, August, and culminating in September during Seattle’s Bumbershoot festival. August 2008 – Three days in which heat alerts were issued by the National Weather Service. July – August 2009 – Triple digit heat from Seattle to Medford, Oregon on July 28 – 29.12 August 18th – 20th 2016 – Multiple days of over-100 degree temperatures in the counties surrounding Jefferson County. Silverdale, Sequim, Seattle, etc. were all under “excessive heat warnings.” HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT During the period from 1936 through 1975, nearly 20,000 people were killed in the United States by the effects of heat and solar radiation. In the heat wave of 1980, more than 1,250 people died. From 1999 to 2010, a total of 7,415 deaths in the United States, an average of 618 per year, were associated with exposure to excessive natural heat.13 The highest yearly total of heat-related deaths (1,050) was in 1999 and the lowest (295) in 2004. Approximately 68% of heat-related deaths were among males. During the period from 1994 through 2007, three people died directly as a result of heat exposure in Washington. None have been recorded in Jefferson County. The geography of Jefferson County mitigates its exposure to extreme heat because it is heavily wooded, surrounded by significant waterways (the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Puget Sound), and is protected by the Olympic Mountains. Even so, the moderate conditions deter people from purchasing air conditioners, and nearly a third of the population is over 65-years old.14 Even though extremely high temperatures are generally of short duration in Jefferson County, the high proportion of vulnerable populations, including the elderly, small children, and chronic invalids, dictate that local governmental, emergency, and public health officials are sensitive to heat conditions and take appropriate preventive measures. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 185 September 2016 Climate Change Future projections predict a slight increase in days over 90oF (+8 days) for the Pacific Northwest (PNW), with a limited increase in days over 95oF on the Olympic Peninsula.15 Conclusion Heat-related deaths state-wide will increase as average yearly temperatures increase. More frequent days over 100 °F (38 °C) will cause several problems for humans, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. The amount of heat waves has increased in the state of WA over the past 20 years. The average cost for each mortality from heat related deaths is $6,250.16 Due to its favorable location and geography, Jefferson County has a low probability of experiencing the significant heat wave related issues that the rest of the State will face. Nevertheless, Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has issued a rule, with which Jefferson County employers must comply, for employers having one or more employees performing work outdoors to: • Establish and implement written procedures to prevent the occurrence of HRI; • Provide and make accessible enough drinking water when hazards are present; • Have formalized procedures in place to respond to employees showing signs of HRI; and • Provide effective HRI prevention training to all employees. The NWS will initiate alert procedures when the HI is expected to exceed 105°- 1 10°F (depending on local climate) for at least two consecutive days. The procedures are: • Include HI values in zone and city forecasts. • Issue Special Weather Statements and/or Public Information Statements presenting a detailed discussion of o Extent of the hazard including HI values o Who is most at risk o Safety rules for reducing the risk. • Assist state/local health officials in preparing Civil Emergency Messages in severe heat waves. Meteorological information from Special Weather Statements will be included as well as more detailed medical information, advice, and names and telephone numbers of health officials. • Release to the media and over NOAAs own Weather Radio all of the above information. Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are in compliance with the L&I rule, and local civil, public health, and emergency management authorities are cognizant of the issues and prepared to issue warnings and to react to stress indicators within the population. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 186 September 2016 References – HEAT WAVE (Extended) 1. “Heat Wave (Extended)”, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009, pp. 118-120. 2. “Heat Wave”, NOAA’s National Weather Service Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=h 3. “Heat Wave”, Wikipedia, Accessed August, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_wave 4. “2015 Heat Related Fatalities”, NOAA Hazard Statistics – 2015, Report generated on 5/13/2016. Available at: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/hazstats/heat15.pdf 5. Ibid. 6. Ibid. 3. 7. Ibid. 3. 8. “Heat Advisory”, NOAA’s National Weather Service Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=h 9. “Excessive Heat Watch”, NOAA’s National Weather Service Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=e 10. Ibid. 11. Drought emergency declared in Washington, USA Today.com, 03/14/2001 12. 2009 Pacific Northwest Heatwave, Wikipedia, Accessed 2016, Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2009_Pacific_Northwest_heat_wave#Temperature_Statistics 13. National Vital Statistics System. Mortality public use data files, 1999–2009. Available at http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data_access/vitalstatsonline.htm 14. Population Age 65 Years and Older by County, 2015 Population Trends, Forecasting & Research Division, Washington Office of Financial Management, September 2015, p.42. 15. Kunkel, K., Stevens, L., Stevens, S., Liquiang, S., Janssen, E., Wuebbles, D., Redmond, R., Dobson, J.G., 2013 Regional Climate Trends and Scenarios for the U.S. national Climate Assessment, NOAA Tech-nical Report NESDIS142-6. 16. Climate Change in Washington – Human Health, Wikipedia, Accessed 2016, Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_change_in_Washington#Human_health Figures - HEAT WAVE (Extended) HW-1 NOAA NWS Heat Index Chart Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 187 September 2016 LANDSLIDES1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Landslide is the sliding movement of masses of loosened rock and soil down a hillside or slope. Landslide causes depend on rock type, precipitation, seismic shaking, land development and zoning practices, soil composition, moisture, and slope steepness. It can be fast moving, such as the March 2014 Oso Landslide in Snohomish county, Washington, or slow moving such as the inches per day landslide in Jackson, Wyoming in April 2014.2 Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of homes and businesses • Loss of public buildings • Damage or complete loss of bridges • Interruption of the transportation infrastructure • Damage and interruption to utilities • Destruction by covering of clam and oyster beds • Damage to critical transportation infrastructure • Damage or loss of recreation facilities • Loss of jobs due to damaged equipment and facilities • River and streams seek new channels affecting property values and economic development opportunities • Damage to salmon habitat and salmon stream restoration projects Previous Occurrences: Winter storms in December 2007 resulted in multiple landslides, one of which moved a house off its foundation in the Brinnon area. In January of 2009, a massive landslide in adjoining Clallam County severely damaged State Route 112 for a length of 500 feet, and resulting in its closure for weeks before it was safe enough for crews to get close enough to fully assess the damage. It is nearly an annual event to have landslides take out a section of county road in the West end of Jefferson County. The Upper Hoh Road, Quinault South Shore Road, Undie Road and Oil City Road have all had pieces taken out over the past few years. During the period from 2010 thru 2015, the range of cost to repair roads damaged by landslides was from $600,000 to $1,181,000. The average for that period was $742,000.3 Probability of Future Events: High – Jefferson County experiences multiple winter storms each year that have the potential to saturate soils and precipitate landslides in the hilly topography of the county. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for landslides for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 20.5, which would be considered moderate. Definition Landslide is the sliding movement of masses of loosened rock and soil down a hillside or slope. Landslide causes depend on rock type, precipitation, seismic shaking, land development and zoning practices, soil composition, moisture, and slope steepness. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 188 September 2016 History of Landslides in Jefferson County4 Landslides are a common hazard in Jefferson County. Most recent records indicate that earth movement is associated with inclement weather, such as heavy rains, saturated ground and strong winds that loosen tree roots. Slides have been a problem over the years on the road between Port Hadlock and Port Ludlow. During the storm of January 1997, slides occurred along Discovery Bay, Cape George, Mats Mats, Paradise Bay, Shine, South Point, Coyle, Quilcene Bay, and Brinnon in the eastern part of the county. In the western part of the county, slides occurred in the Hoh, Clearwater, and Quinault River drainage areas. Evidence indicates that large land movements have occurred from past earthquakes such as the sunken forest off Point Wilson along the South Whidbey Fault. In more recent history, a landslide along Highway 20 at Eaglemount in the 1970s took out the road to Discovery Bay, covered the railroad tracks, and caused a derailment of rail cars carrying hazardous materials. Highway 101 has been washed out numerous times where the Hoh and the Bogachiel Rivers have undercut the hillside after heavy rains and snowpack melts. With the addition of water from the rain and runoff, these rivers have had a long history of eroding their banks causing the slopes to slide. The typical scenario is that heavy storms cause rivers and creeks to overflow and undercut nearby roads. The roads then give way, often destabilizing the land above the road, and causing larger landslides. In December 2007, landslides from heavy rains moved a house off its foundation in Brinnon. At the same time, over 1000 feet of the Hoh Road in west Jefferson County were damaged, resulting in its closure for six months. The Hoh Road is a significant access-way to the Hoh Rain Forest in the Olympic National Park. In November 2009, the Dosewallips Road, which runs parallel to the Dosewallips River near Brinnon, experienced a landslide that took out a section of road and required a local disaster declaration to effect emergency repairs. In March 2013, a landslide that ran 1000 feet along Whidbey Island jutted 300 feet into the ocean and raised the beach by 30 feet.5 The Whidbey News Times reported it as displacing 5.3 million cubic feet of earth or the equivalent of 40,000 dump trucks.6 Although not in Jefferson County, this type of landslide in the right spot on Whidbey Island could create a tsunami that would hit the Fort Worden Beach and Port Townsend Bay. Figure LS-1, below, shows the before and after of the landslide.7 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 189 September 2016 Figure LS-1 – Before and After the Ledgewood-Bonair Landslide7 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 190 September 2016 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment The map (Figure LS-1) below shows that Jefferson County is considered among the counties that are most vulnerable to landslides.8 This is because of the significant Pacific Coastline, the Olympic Mountains, and the Puget lowlands that are part of our geography. Figure LS-2 amplifies on this by overlaying previous landslide locations on the premise that the locations of known landslides are at-risk for future ones.9 Figure LS-1 – Areas Most Vulnerable to Landslide5 Source: Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan (2009) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 191 September 2016 Figure LS-2 – Counties Vulnerable to Landslides9 Source: Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan (2012) In addition to the shoreline conditions, Jefferson County is plagued by the stealth landslides of roads being undercut by rivers overflowing their banks, particularly along the Dosewallips and the Hoh Rivers. These are stealth landslides because they only make the local news, and are not significant enough for emergency declarations. Even so, Jefferson County Public Works averages $750,000 per year on projects to rebuild sections of road lost to landslides during the rainy season. Slides in Jefferson County range in size from thin masses of soil of a few yards deep to deep seated bedrock slides many yards wide. Slides are commonly categorized by the “form of initial failure”, but they may travel in a variety of forms along their paths. The travel rate may change in velocity from a few inches per month to many feet per second depending on the slope, material, and water content. The recognition of ancient dormant slide masses is important because landslides can be reactivated by earthquakes or unusually wet winters. Sinkholes can develop unexpectedly and cause damage to roadways and private property. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 192 September 2016 Brinnon Mud Slide – February 2015 Source: Jefferson County Public Works Figure LS-3 shows the landslide susceptibility in East Jefferson County.10 The scale is set for readability in this document, but it masks how vulnerable the shorelines are. In grid 27N1E, for example, getting closer in allows one to see that there have been two slides and multiple areas marked as “High” hazard. These do not show up well in the document. Anyone can get online at the Jefferson County Maps dialog and drill down to find the natural hazards for their own property. A direct link to the Environmentally Sensitive Areas map is: http://maps.co.jefferson.wa.us/Website/mspub/viewer.htm?mapset=esa Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 193 September 2016 Figure LS-3 Landslide Risk in East Jefferson County10 Table LS-1 lists landslides that have impacted Jefferson County, including some in adjacent counties.11 The table is a subset of a DNR table that covers all landslides of consequence throughout the state. Since the scope of this document is Jefferson County, we deleted the line items for those landslides that did not have a direct impact on Jefferson County – either through direct damage or blocking major access routes. Vs. 6 194 September 2016 Table LS-1 Significant Landslides that Directly Affected Jefferson County11 Significant Deep-Seated Landslides in Washington State – 1984 to 2014 Landslide Name Date Location Area Volume Comments Fatalities Direct Costs (millions in 2014 $) References Ledgewood– Bonair (Whidbey Island) Mar. 27, 2013 Island Co. 12 acres; 900 ft wide; 700 ft long ~200,000 yd3 Small portion of a larger landslide complex, ~1.5 mi long, ~11,000 years old; 35 homes evacuated when landslide occurred; 20 homes still at risk, either through structural damage or loss of property. 0 Slaughter, Steven; Sarikhan, Isabelle; Polenz, Michael; Walsh, Tim, 2013, Quick report for the Ledgewood–Bonair landslide, Whidbey Island, Island County, Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Quick Report, 7 p. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/Publications/ger_qr_whidb i l d l d lid 2013 df] Rockcrusher Hill (U.S. 101 MP 72.6) 2006 Grays Harbor Co. 1,500 ft long; 400 ft wide 0.5 million yd3 Ongoing deformation with acceleration in 2006 resulted in costly temporary repair (that has now failed) and now requires frequent repairs to keep highway open. Threatens severing US 101, which would require ~50-mile-long detour. Estimated $7 million repair programmed for 2015. 2 WSDOT, 2007, SR 101 MP 72.6 landslide– geotechnical recommendations; 75 p. Bogachiel (U.S. 101 MP 184) 2004 Jefferson Co. 700 ft long; 2,800 ft wide 1–2 million yd3 Ongoing deformation within large landslide complex, with failure surface greater than 100 ft deep beneath highway and toeing out in river. Localized acceleration in 2004 resulted in costly repairs for 200-ft-wide section. Movement persists and threatening previous repairs. Evidence for prehistoric catastrophic 0 8 WSDOT, 2007, Bogachiel landslide– geologic assessment and mitigation alternatives, 49 p. Jorstad Creek (U.S. 101 MP 322) Feb. 1999 Mason Co. 500 ft long; 1,000 ft wide 1 million yd3 Resulted in long duration closure of US 101 with very long detour route. Extensive drainage network required to stabilize slope. 0 ≈3 Golder, 1999, Geotechnical report–landslide on U.S. 101 MP 326 Lilliwaup, Washington, prepared for WSDOT. Lilliwaup U.S. 101 MP 326) Feb. 1999 Mason Co. 500 ft long; 1,800 ft wide 1.5 million yd3 Resulted in long duration closure of US 101 with very long detour route. Extensive drainage and retaining wall required to stabilize slope. 0 ≈5–10 Golder, 1999, Geotechnical report–landslide on U.S. 101 MP 322, prepared for WSDOT. Vs. 6 195 September 2016 Landslide Name Date Location Area Volume Comments Fatalities Direct Costs (millions in 2014 $) References Allyn Curves (SR 3) Dec. 1998 Mason Co. 2,000 ft long; 1,300 ft wide Episodically active for decades followed by severe deformation and retrogression in 1997–8 and 1998–99, resulted in 5 month highway closure. Realignment in 1993 and stabilization in 1999 costs totaled around $5 million. 0 ≈10–15 WSDOT report and memos SR 112 MP 36 Feb. 1990 Clallam Co. 1,500 ft long; 500 ft wide Destroyed approximately 500 ft of highway and toed out in the Straits, resulting in 8 month closure. Highway realigned off of active portion. 0 ≈5 WSDOT, 1990 report and memos Jim Creek (SR112 MP 32) November 1990 Clallam Co. 300 ft long; 300 ft wide Destroyed approximately 300 ft of highway and toed out in creek, resulting in 2-month- long highway closure with a very long detour. 0 ≈5 WSDOT and Golder reports and memos prepared for WSDOT Widespread Shallow Landslide and Debris Flow Events in Washington State – 1984 to 2014 Time Period Areas Affected Description Fatalities References January 2009 western Washington, including Lewis, Skagit, Whatcom, Kittitas, Clark, and Cowlitz Counties A typical atmospheric river (Pineapple Express) storm rolled through the state, bringing with it warm rains that rapidly melted lowland snow. The Washington Geological Survey reported that the storm caused more than 1,500 landslides greater than 5,000 ft2 in size. More than 500 landslides were recorded in eastern Lewis County. Approximately 300 to 500 landslides occurred in Skagit and Whatcom Counties. Sarikhan, I. Y.; Contreras, T. A., 2009, Landslide field trip to Morton, Glenoma, and Randle, Lewis County, Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Open File Report 2009-1, 13 p. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_ofr20 09-1_landslide_field_ trip.pdf] December 2007 western Washington, including Mason, Jefferson, Lewis, and Thurston Counties The storm event of December 1–3, 2007 caused thousands of landslides and major flooding. The storm brought snow, warm rain, and hurricane force winds across much of western Washington. Landslides blocked or damaged roads, isolating communities in the height of the storm and delaying emergency response. A massive debris avalanche and numerous smaller landslides blocked SR 6. SR 8 was blocked by landslides near Onalaska. Highway 101 was blocked north of the Skokomish River. Nearly 20 in. of rain was recorded within a 48-hour period in the headwaters of the Chehalis River. This caused more than 1,600 landslides in the Chehalis headwater basin alone, clogging flood waters with debris. I-5 was flooded with as much as 10 ft of water. Sarikhan, I. Y.; Stanton, K. D.; Contreras, T. A.; Polenz, Michael; Powell, Jack; Walsh, T. J.; Logan, R. L., 2008, Landslide reconnaissance following the storm event of December 1-3, 2007, in western Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Open File Report 2008-5, 16 p. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_ofr20 08-5_dec2007_landslides.pdf] Vs. 6 196 September 2016 Time Period Areas Affected Description Fatalities References December 2006 western Washington A strong storm known as the Hanukkah Eve Storm of 2006 brought hurricane force wind gusts and heavy rains to western Washington. The storm initiated a small number of landslides around western Washington. January to February 2006 entire state Prolonged heavy rainfall from December 2005 into January 2006 caused numerous landslides throughout the state. More than 13 in. of rain fell between December 19 and January 14. Slides, slumps, or settlement closed lanes of I-5, US 101, SR’s 4, 9, 14, 107, 105, 112, 116, 166, 302, and 530 for various periods. On February 3, the Governor signed emergency proclamation requesting federal funds for all 39 counties. Information from news reports and the Washington Department of Transportation October 2003 entire state, including Skagit, Okanogan, Clallam, Jefferson, Mason, Snohomish, Pierce Counties Heavy rainfall caused severe flooding and landslides in 15 counties. Landslides or ground failure caused temporary closures on nine state highways. Landslides closed SR 20 between Skagit and Okanogan Counties, a landslide closed SR 112 in Clallam County, debris flows also blocked US 101 in Jefferson and Mason Counties, US 2 in Snohomish County, and SR 410 in Pierce County. Nisqually Earthquake – February 28, 2001 western Washington, including Tacoma, Renton, Olympia, Burien, and Tumwater The magnitude 6.8 earthquake produced a number of significant, widely scattered landslides resulting in at least $34.3 million in losses. Salmon Beach suffered a 1,300 yd3 landslide that demolished two homes. Cedar River had two landslides, one of which was an estimated 50,000 yd3. The parkway on Capitol Lake experienced significant damage from ground failure. Five homes in Burien sustained structural damage when underlying fill formed a landslide. Highland, L. M., 2003, An account of preliminary landslide damage and losses resulting from the February 28, 2001, Nisqually, Washington, earthquake: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 03-211, 48 p. [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2003/ofr-03-211/ofr-03- 211.pdf] September 17, 1997 Clallam Co. Debris flow-avalanche kills one in Port Angeles tavern situated below steep slope. Weather was not especially wet preceding the event (0.5 in. of rain). 1 December 1996 to January 1997 western Washington, primarily the bluffs of Puget Sound, Lake Washington, Lake Union, Portage Bay, West Seattle, Magnolia Bluff, and along the id December precipitation was 191% of normal, triggering hundreds of landslides and debris flows on steep bluffs and ravines. At least four people were killed by these events, and millions of dollars of damage were caused. A landslide on January 15 derailed five cars of a freight train midway between Seattle and Everett. Twenty to 30 landslides occurred in Pierce County, including one that cut phone service to homes on Salmon Beach. In Whatcom and Clark Counties, two interstate natural gas lines were ruptured due to landslides, causing 4 Gerstel, W. J.; Brunengo, M. J.; Lingley, W. S., Jr.; Logan, R. L.; Shipman, Hugh; Walsh, T. J., 1997, Puget Sound bluffs—The where, why, and when of landslides following the holiday 1996/97 storms: Washington Geology, v. 25, no. 1, p. 17-31. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/ publications/ger_washington_geology_1997_v2 5 1 df] February 1996 entire state, including Walla Walla, Seattle, and Pierce, Thurston, Lewis, Clark, and Skamania Counties Near-record snowfall in January followed by warm, heavy rain caused massive flooding and landslides. Landslides damaged or destroyed nearly 8,000 homes and closed traffic along major highways (including I- 5, SR 4, and SR 503) for several days. Damages totaled at least $800 million. The highest concentration of landslides occurred near Walla Walla. Seattle had more than 40 landslides during the winter, about two-thirds of which were related to the storm. Lewis County had the largest landslide, with an estimated 1.5 million yd3 of debris. U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, 1996, Interagency Hazard Mitigation Team report, including progress report on early implementation strategies—State of Washington, winter storms of 1995-1996; FEMA-DR-1079, declared January 3, 1996; FEMA-DR-1100-WA, declared February 9, 1996 U S Fd l E M Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 197 September 2016 As the county continues to grow and the desire of people to have a home with a view, an increasing number of structures are built on top of or below slopes subject to land sliding. Land is not stable indefinitely. People often believe that if a bluff has remained stable for the last 50 years, it will remain so for the next 50 years regardless of the development or maintenance around it. As trees are removed to make way for new homes, the nature of erosion and water absorption makes the slopes and bluff in these areas a dynamic and changing environment. Characteristics that may be indicative of a landslide hazard area: • Bluff retreat caused by sloughing of bluff sediments, resulting in a vertical bluff face with little vegetation • Pre-existing landslide area • Tension or ground cracks along or near the edge of the top of a bluff • Structural damage caused by settling and cracking of building foundations and separation of steps from the main structure • Toppling, bowed or jack-sawed trees • Gullying and surface erosion • Mid-slope ground water seepage from a bluff face Land stability cannot be absolutely predicted with current technology. An unequivocal predictor of landslide vulnerability is the occurrence of previous landslides in the same area. The best design and construction measures are still vulnerable to slope failure. The amount of protection, usually correlated to cost, is proportional to the level of risk reduction. Debris and vegetation management is integral to preventing landslide damages. Corrective measures help, but still leave the property vulnerable to risk. Figure LS-4 shows the known landslide risk areas within the City of Port Townsend.12 A landslide risk assessment was completed by Risk Management by comparing the unstable-to-intermediate sloped areas with the locations of buildings throughout coastal zones of eastern Jefferson County. The analysis is summarized in Table LS-2 for Port Townsend and unincorporated portions of the county. Table LS-2 shows the building value (in dollars) for the communities located in the known and potentially unstable slope zones. This table also includes the number of buildings in the zone as well as the overall total number of buildings and building value.13 Over 1600 buildings are located in potential coastal landslide zones, which have a total estimated value of approximately $237.5 million. The majority of these buildings are located in unincorporated areas; these 1590 buildings have an estimated value of $225 million. In Port Townsend, 56 out of 2129 buildings are identified in Unstable, Unstable recent slide, Unstable old slide, and Intermediate slope zones of the coastal zone atlas slope stability map. Figure LS-6 provides a sample map of Port Townsend to illustrate how slope stability and recent landslides are illustrated in map sets available from the Washington.14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 198 September 2016 Figure LS-5 City of Port Townsend Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Risk12 Although the blue areas are seismic hazard areas likely to liquefy, they are frequently adjacent to high-bank waterfront that can easily calve off if the area becomes unstable at sea level. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 199 September 2016 Table LS-2 - Buildings Exposed to Unstable, Unstable-Recent, Unstable-Old, Intermediate, and Stable Slopes13 Note: Two highlighted rows show the values obtained relative to the Coastal Zone Atlas slope stability study area (Washington Department of Ecology, 1978) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 200 September 2016 Figure LS-6 – Sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 201 September 2016 Climate Change The NOPRCD report projects a 13% (±7%) increase in days with >1 inch of rain by the 2050s along with a 50% chance of future annual coastal flood elevation rise of ≥ 2.9 feet in Port Townsend.15 Shifts in the timing and type of precipitation, creating rain on snow events and unseasonably high stream flows will scour river bottoms and flood low-land areas.16 This, in turn, will undercut high banks and destabilize hillsides, thus promoting increased landslides. On Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013 another large chunk of sand and debris tumbled to the beach below “End of the World,” a bluff overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca on the edge of Port Townsend. Photo by Scott Wilson17 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 202 September 2016 Conclusion Jefferson County’s significant coastline, Olympic Mountains, and network of roads that parallel rivers make it a high risk for landslides and high vulnerability to the cost of repairing the damage. Some landslide hazards can be mitigated by engineering, design, or construction so that risks are acceptable. When technology cannot reduce the risk to acceptable levels, building in hazardous areas should be avoided. Ordinances identifying geological hazards must be rigorously applied. The least expensive and most effective landslide loss reduction measure is by avoidance. The next most economical solution is mitigation using qualified expertise with an investigation report review process. The most costly is repair of landslide damages. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 203 September 2016 References - LANDSLIDES 1. “Landslide”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 32-33. 2. “Wyoming officials eye slow-moving landslide, evacuate residents”, by Michael Martinez, CNN, April 12, 2014. Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.cnn.com/2014/04/12/us/wyoming-slow-landslide/index.html 3. Email from Monte Reinders, Director of Jefferson County Public Works, April 27, 2016 4. Ibid. 1,32. 5. Whidbey Island Coupeville Landslide, Ear to the Ground, Washington Department of Natural Resource, March 27, 2013. Accessed September 2016. Available at: https://washingtondnr.wordpress.com/2013/03/27/whidbey-island-coupeville-landslide/ 6. Prehistoric landslide complex, fault runs along Ledgewood, by Jessie Stensland, Whidbey News-Times Co-Editor, Whidbey News Times, March 30 2013. 7. Whidbey Island Coupeville Landslide, Ear to the Ground, Washington Department of Natural Resource, March 27, 2013. Accessed September 2016. Available at: https://washingtondnr.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/whidbeyislandlandslide-before-and-after.jpg 8. Landslides, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009, p. 123. 9. “Landslide Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, November 2012, Tab 5.7, p.26. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Landslide_Hazard_Profile.pdf 10. Map – Jefferson County Landslide Risk, Jefferson County GIS Unit, Accessed August 2016. 11. List of Large Landslides, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://file.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_list_large_landslides.pdf 12. Map - City of Port Townsend Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Hazard Areas, City of Port Townsend GIS, 2016. 13. Risk Report for Jefferson County including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, FEMA, February 2016, p. 19. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf 14. Sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend, Washington Department of Ecology, Shorelines and Environmental Assistance Program, Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/femaweb/Jefferson/JE_6ith.jpg 15. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. II. Available: www.noprcd.org 16. Ibid. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 204 September 2016 17. End of the World’ bluff slipping away, By Patrick J. Sullivan of the Leader, Port Townsend Leader, October 16, 2013. Tables - LANDSLIDES LS-1 Significant Landslides that Directly Affected Jefferson County LS-2 Buildings Exposed to Unstable, Unstable-Recent, Unstable-Old, Intermediate, and Stable Slopes Figures - LANDSLIDES LS-1 Before and After the Ledgewood-Bonair Landslide LS-2 Areas Most Vulnerable to Landslides LS-3 Counties Vulnerable to Landslides LS-4 Jefferson County Landslide Risk LS-5 City of Port Townsend Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Risk LS-6 Sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 205 September 2016 PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY SUMMARY The Hazard: Public Health Emergencies can be food or water contamination or medical emergencies such as diseases, epidemics, or a pandemic that have the potential to affect people and animals over a significant area. Water emergencies are discussed in the sections on man-made hazards. Impacts and Effects: • Potential deaths due to toxins or illness • Increase in illness • Potential illness and death of commercial livestock as well as domestic pets • Increased stress on local health care system and providers • Demands made on local health care system beyond capacity to respond • Disruption of local commerce • Spot shortages of food, supplies due to commerce disruption • Economic impact due to loss of sales from people sheltering in place • Economic impact of lost work-time due to illness • Pharmaceutical Interventions such as mass distribution of antibiotics, antiviral medications and/or vaccines • Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions including, but not limited to social distancing, isolation and quarantine, health education, and respiratory etiquette. Previous Occurrences: In 2008, national recalls of pet foods due to melamine contamination and peanut butter products due to salmonella affected Jefferson County to a small extent. In 2007, public health authorities tracked customers who purchased particular produce from a local farm store when it was discovered that the employee stocking the produce had Hepatitis-A. Probability of Future Events: High – There is a high probability of viral diseases being introduced into the area due to the large number of visitors to this tourism destination, or due to national events introducing things into the distribution systems. Specifically, the Wooden Boat Festival draws an international attendance of about 40,000 people to Port Townsend each year, providing an ideal venue for contact, airborne and mosquito-borne vectors. Additionally, immunization coverage for Jefferson County is below the State average in 22 out of 33 categories for children up to the age of 17 years-old. Since the previous Hazard Mitigation Plan was completed, the U.S. has experienced epidemic threats from the Ebola virus and the Zika virus. Ebola is spread by contact with infected body fluids and is almost always fatal. Zika is spread via mosquito bites and / or intimate contact with someone who is infected. It can cause birth defects if an infected woman is pregnant or becomes pregnant. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 206 September 2016 Definitions Public Health Emergencies can be food or water contamination or medical emergencies such as diseases, epidemics, or pandemic. In the United States, a public health emergency declaration releases resources meant to handle an actual or potential public health crisis. Recent examples include incidents of flooding, severe weather, and the 2009 H1N1 influenza outbreak1. Disease – Unhealthy condition of the body or mind. A corresponding condition of plants. Epidemic – A widespread occurrence of a disease in a community at a particular time. Outbreak – Limited area in occurrence of a disease in a community at a particular time. Pandemic – Prevalent over a whole country or the world; Universal; Widespread Influenza – a viral disease in which the infected person is feverish, has muscle soreness, headaches, and a general malaise. It can impair breathing function, and be fatal to vulnerable people. Seasonal Influenza – Usually affects 5-10% of the population. Avian Influenza – Variations of the H5N1 virus that spread across bird populations and have been able to cross species into humans in some areas of Asia and Africa. None have been in the United States. Pandemic Flu – Pandemic influenza causes illness in as much as 25-30% of the population, and has had death rates as high as 2.5% in 1918. Table PH-1 summarizes the four flu pandemics that have occurred since 19182. Table PH-1 – Pandemic Flu History2 Occurrence Period Description 1918 - 19193 “Illness from the 1918 flu pandemic, also known as the Spanish flu, came on quickly. Some people felt fine in the morning but died by nightfall. People who caught the Spanish Flu but did not die from it often died from complications caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia. During the 1918 pandemic: • Approximately 20% to 40% of the worldwide population became ill • An estimated 50 million people died • Nearly 675,000 people died in the United States Unlike earlier pandemics and seasonal flu outbreaks, the 1918 pandemic flu saw high mortality rates among healthy adults. In fact, the illness and mortality rates were highest among adults 20 to 50 years old. The reasons for this remain unknown.” 1957 - 19584 “In February 1957, a new flu virus was identified in the Far East. Immunity to this strain was rare in people younger than 65. A pandemic was predicted. To prepare, health officials closely monitored flu outbreaks. Vaccine production began in late May 1957 and was available in limited supply by August 1957. In the summer of 1957, the virus came to the United States quietly with a series of small outbreaks. When children returned to school in the fall, they spread the disease in classrooms and brought it home to their families. Infection rates peaked among school children, young adults, and pregnant women in October 1957. By December 1957, the worst seemed to be over. However, another wave of illness came in January and February of 1958. This is an example of the potential "second wave" of infections that can happen during a pandemic. Most influenza–and pneumonia–related deaths occurred between September 1957 and March 1958. Although the 1957 pandemic was not as devastating as the 1918 pandemic, about 69,800 people in the United States died. The elderly had the highest rates of death.” 1968 - 19695 “In early 1968, a new flu virus was detected in Hong Kong. The first cases in the United States were detected as early as September 1968. Illness was not widespread in the United States until December 1968. Deaths from this virus peaked in December 1968 and January 1969. Those over the age of 65 were most likely to die. The number of deaths between September 1968 and March 1969 was 33,800, making it the mildest flu pandemic in the 20th century. The same virus returned in 1970 and 1972.” Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 207 September 2016 Table PH-1 – Pandemic Flu History2 Occurrence Period Description 2009 - 20106 “In the spring of 2009, a new flu virus spread quickly across the United States and the world. The first U.S. case of H1N1 (swine flu) was diagnosed on April 15, 2009. By April 21, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was working to develop a vaccine for this new virus. On April 26, the U.S. government declared H1N1 a public health emergency. By June, 18,000 cases of H1N1 had been reported in the United States. A total of 74 countries were affected by the pandemic. H1N1 vaccine supply was limited in the beginning. People at the highest risk of complications got the vaccine first. By November 2009, 48 states had reported cases of H1N1, mostly in young people. That same month, over 61 million vaccine doses were ready. Reports of flu activity began to decline in parts of the country, which gave the medical community a chance to vaccinate more people. 80 million people were vaccinated against H1N1, which minimized the impact of the illness. The CDC estimates that 43 million to 89 million people had H1N1 between April 2009 and April 2010. They estimate between 8,870 and 18,300 H1N1 related deaths. On August 10, 2010 the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an end to the global H1N1 flu pandemic” Source: Flu.gov History of Public Health Emergencies in Jefferson County 1859 – The bark What Cheer cleared Portland in December 1859 infested with smallpox. Numerous crew members died in sight of Protection Island of the Jefferson County coast. According to Indian legends, an Ozette village of 400 people was decimated, the Makah suffered heavy losses, and Indian villages at Port Discovery and Port Townsend were stricken by smallpox, including the household of Chetzemoka, Chief of the Indian village at Port Townsend.7 1892 – Fear of a leper among the Port Townsend Chinese population served as a catalyst to establish the Diamond Point Quarantine Station in 1893.8 1900 – Outbreak of bubonic plague was contained by confining victims at the Diamond Point Quarantine Station.9 1913 – The Diamond Point Quarantine Station was used to house lepers until 1926.10 1918 – Influenza epidemic causes many deaths in Jefferson County.11 2006 – Anderson Lake, Gibbs Lake, and Teal Lake quarantined because of toxic Blue/Green algae. Two dogs die after drinking the water.12 2007 – Jefferson County health authorities put out warnings to customers of a Port Townsend farm who purchased produce handled by an employee who had contracted Hepatitis-A. The potentially exposed groups Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) customers, Port Townsend Food Co-op customers and children and others who attended a field trip to the farm the first week of June.13 2015-2016 – “Anderson Lake remains closed due to toxic algae.” Anderson Lake had been closed in the spring of 2015 due to high levels of a nerve toxin anatoxin that comes from blue-green algae in the lake. The toxin level was 28.94 micrograms per liter; the Washington state recreational standard is less than one microgram per liter.14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 208 September 2016 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Hazard Profile Jefferson County faces the same public health hazards as the rest of the country in the sense that it has national food chains within the county that bring in produce and products from around the world. What follows is a representative list of types of food contamination and disease risks that occur in this area: Blue-Green Algae15: Jefferson County lakes have periodically seen moderate blooms of toxic blue-green algae. During such blooms, lakes are quarantined and users are warned not to drink lake water, swim in the lake, or consume fish from the lake. The algae (genera Anabaena, Microcystis, and Aphanizomenon) produce toxins that cause liver damage or nerve impairment. Small children, people with liver problems, and pets are most at risk. E coli16: Eschericia coli O157:H57 is a bacterial infection causing bloody stool and abdominal cramps. It usually resolves without specific treatment in 5-10 days unless there are complications. Treatment with antibiotics can actually cause complications. Two to seven percent of cases develop complications. Washington has experience outbreaks in campsites, contaminated swimming areas, and occasionally in restaurants due to undercooked foods. Hantavirus17: Carried by deer mice, this virus is passed to humans when they breathe in the aerosolized virus. It can cause hemorrhagic fevers, renal syndrome, and Hantavirus (cardio-) pulmonary syndrome (HPS). HPS is potentially deadly. One to five cases are reported every year in Washington. Auto mechanics are particularly concerned because they often do repairs on vehicles in which rodents have been in the engine compartment, and left droppings and dust. Lyme Disease18: Lyme disease is a tick-borne disease in which local deer populations support populations of deer ticks. Early manifestations are fever, headache, fatigue, depression, and a “bulls-eye” skin rash. If treatment is early, the infection can be eliminated. If late or untreated, manifestations of the disease can involve the heart, joints, and nervous system, and be disabling. Approximately fifteen cases are reported in Washington each year. The state does not track Lyme Disease unless it is a human infection. Veterinarians that treat infected pets do not report the incidence, resulting in reservoirs of the disease remaining undetected until a human contracts it. Port Townsend has a deer herd of 238 individuals within the six-square mile city limits.19 Red Tide20: Local bays, such as Discovery Bay and Oak Bay, are periodically contaminated by a “red tide” that infects shellfish and produces a marine biotoxin that can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) in people eating the shellfish. In 2006, nearly the entire coastline of Jefferson County was closed to recreational harvesting of shellfish. Commercial shellfish are tested separately, and commercial harvesters have been affected by closures of their commercial shellfish farms from time to time, too. Toxic contaminants21: The melamine contamination of pet food was a significant event in Port Townsend, as it was around the country. Being a small city, such events make the front page of local news and become personalized because people you know are affected. A local man had batches of cat food tested after his cat died, and found out that it did not have melamine in it, but it was contaminated with acetaminophen. West Nile Virus22: West Nile Virus can cause asymptotic infections, West Nile Fever, and encephalitis. It mainly infects birds, but can infect humans, horses, dogs, cats, bats, chipmunks, skunks, squirrels, and Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 209 September 2016 domestic rabbits. The main source of human infection is through the bite of an infected and mosquitoes. The main way it is spread is with mosquitoes. There were only 47 mosquitos tested for the virus in Jefferson County during the period from 2006 – 2016, and no positives in Jefferson County during that time. West Nile Virus has been primarily a problem in East and Central Washington counties, although it did reach both Mason County and Grays Harbor County in 2009 with one bird testing positive in each county23. Vulnerability Washington State has a significant number of statutes and administrative rules giving authorities the capability to deal with public health emergencies: RCW 70.05.060 Authority of Local Board of Health and Local Health Officer RCW 70.070 Mandates of Local Health Officer WAC 245-100 Duties and Responsibilities of Local Health Officer, Isolation and Quarantine Authority WAC 245-100-036 Communicable and certain other diseases RCW 68.50 Role, Responsibility and authority of the Medical Examiner RCW 70.58.020.030 Local Health Officer is Registrar of Vital Statistics RCW 43.20.050(4) Enforcement of Isolation and Quarantine Orders by law enforcement RCW 18.71 Physician’s Trained Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic RCW 18.73 Emergency Medical Technicians, Transport Vehicles RCW 70.168 State-wide Trauma Care System The problem for Jefferson County is that a significant portion of its population can be considered vulnerable, and it has ecological factors that can exacerbate health issues. Jefferson County has one acute care hospital with 25 beds and six fire districts that provide emergency medical response. East Jefferson Fire & Rescue, which is the only fire district to provide 24x7 manned stations, provides out-of-county transport services for the hospital. All districts except for Fire District 7 are combination departments relying heavily on volunteers. Fire District 7 is an all-volunteer department that covers the West Jefferson County area. During region-wide events, such as a pandemic, local resources will be overwhelmed very quickly and result in the necessity to make life and death decisions at operational levels. Jefferson County, demographically, is turning into a retirement area. The natural beauty and unspoiled terrain encourages people to build into wooded areas with the effect that deer herds and coyotes coexist in the same localities. It is the norm for people to have deer fences around their gardens. This also means that the retiree population, the over-50, is constantly exposed to the vectors for many of the viruses and illnesses listed above. Mice infest the engine compartments of vehicles parked outdoors, deer ticks are prevalent in fallow fields, and raccoons maintain super-highways through home-owner associations. Some of Jefferson County’s vulnerability issues stem from its maritime heritage and a “back-to-the-earth” movement that settled in the county during the 1970’s. Port Townsend is a working Victorian seaport, and as such, receives visitors from all over the world. Each year in September, there is a world-renowned Wooden Boat Festival that attracts visitors from around the world. Over 40,000 visitors show up for that week-end, many in boats from who-knows-where, and who are capable of carrying a communicable disease into a dense group of people who are quickly going to disperse to a wide variety of geographic areas. The “back-to-the-earth” movement has resulted in a robust food co-op and farmer’s markets in Jefferson County and neighboring Clallam County. These entities provide a wide-variety of locally grown organic produce to the residents of the area. What is unique is that they also provide a source for raw milk and raw Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 210 September 2016 cheeses to be sold commercially. Sequim Washington has one of the few commercial dairies certified to produce and sell raw milk and cheese. While many people believe that there is a significant health benefit for raw milk over pasteurized milk, it still has to be recognized that any contamination of the milk will not be killed during a heat-treatment process, and that consumers are dependent on the integrity of the dairy farmer to maintain a healthy product. Jefferson County also has vaccination rates below the State’s average in 22 out of 33 categories among children, ages 19-months to 17-years old. Table PH-2, below, consolidates the immunization coverage tables from the Washington State Department of Health so that Jefferson County immunization rates are compared directly to the Washington State average immunization rates for children up to 17-years old.24 The difference in percent immunization is in GREEN when Jefferson County rates are above the state average and are RED when the rates are below the state average. To reiterate, Jefferson County immunization rates are below the state average in 22 of 33 categories for 2015. Figure PH-1, following, shows the average immunization rates for both juveniles and adults in the State, along with the immunization goals desired.25 It, too, shows significant gaps between goals and experience within the State, and implies the same for Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 211 September 2016 Figure PH-1 – Immunization Coverage for Jefferson County as of 12/31/201524 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 212 September 2016 Figure PH-1 – Washington Immunization Scorecard25 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 213 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 214 September 2016 Special Consideration Ebola Virus: Causes a severe and often fatal hemorrhagic fever in humans and mammals. Mortality rate is high (up to 83-90%). The natural reservoir of Ebola virus is bats, and it is transmitted between humans and from animals to humans through contact with body fluids.26 No cases have ever been identified in Jefferson County, but the U.S. had cases of infected doctors and / or travelers returning to the U.S. after having acquired it in infected areas of Africa. Zika Virus27: “The infection, known as Zika fever or Zika virus disease, often causes no or only mild symptoms, similar to a very mild form of dengue fever.28 While there is no specific treatment, paracetamol (acetaminophen) and rest may help with the symptoms.29 As of 2016, the illness cannot be prevented by medications or vaccines.30 Zika can spread from a pregnant woman to her fetus. This can result in microcephaly, severe brain malformations, and other birth defects.31“ Climate Change Table PH-3, Summary of Projected Climate Change and Related Human Health Impacts, is taken in its entirety from “Section 12 – How Will Climate Change Affect Human Health in Washington?32” It provides a comprehensive summarization of how “human health in Washington is likely to be affected by projected increases in extreme heat events, flooding, sea level rise, drought, and forest fires; increased allergen production and summer air pollution; and changes in the types, distribution, and transmission of infectious diseases (e.g., West Nile Virus) and fungal diseases.33” The table is based on Bethel et al. 201334 and other sources. Few studies have been conducted to date on climate change impacts to human health in the Pacific Northwest, so impacts listed in the table represent examples rather than an all-inclusive list of potential impacts35. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 215 September 2016 Table PH-3 - Summary of Projected Climate Change and Related Human Health Impacts32 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 216 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 217 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 218 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 219 September 2016 References for Table PH-3 Conclusion Jefferson County has several unique factors that increase its vulnerability to contaminated foods and the spread of infection, but public health officials recognize this and work hard to contain local outbreaks of disease or contaminated products. Nevertheless, the potential exists that in a region-wide event or a pandemic event, local resources will be quickly overwhelmed necessitating help from outside the region. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 220 September 2016 References – PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY 1. Public Health Emergency (United States), Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_health_emergency_(United_States) 2. “Pandemic Flu History”, Flu.gov, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.flu.gov/pandemic/history/index.html 3. Ibid. 4. Ibid. 5. Ibid. 6. Ibid. 7. Port Townsend – The City that Whiskey Built, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing, Inc., 2002, pp. 136-137. 8. Port Townsend – An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing, Inc., 2000, p. 313. 9. Ibid., 314. 10. Ibid., 314-317. 11. Ibid. 12. “Anderson Lake, Gibbs Lake, and Teal Lake Quarantine because of toxic blue/green algae”, Leader Staff, Port Townsend Leader, May 2006. 13. “Hepatitis A case from Sunfield Farm is confirmed”, 14. “Anderson Lake remains closed due to toxic algae.”, Leader Staff, Port Townsend Leader, April 21, 2016. 15. “Lab results show toxic blue / green algae present in Anderson Lake”, Jefferson County Public Health, June 5, 2006. 16. Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli (STEC), Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/IllnessandDisease/Ecoli 17. Hantavirus, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/IllnessandDisease/Hantavirus 18. Lyme Disease, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/IllnessandDisease/LymeDisease 19. Deer count tallies 238 in Port Townsend, Robin Dudley of the Leader, Port Townsend Leader, April 6, 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 221 September 2016 20. Paralytic Shellfish Poison, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Shellfish/BiotoxinsIllnessPrevention/Biotoxins/ParalyticShellfishPoison 21. “PT man sues over cat’s death”, Blythe Lawrence, Leader Staff Writer, Port Townsend Leader, July 25, 2007. 22. West Nile Virus Symptoms & Treatment, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/westnile/symptoms/index.html 23. 2009 West Nile Virus Activity, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/DataandStatisticalReports/DiseasesandChronicConditions/WestNileVirus/2009WestNileVirusActivity 24. Consolidated Immunization Rates for Jefferson County, Table created by Ken Horvath; Source: Washington State Immunization Information System, Washington State Department of Public Health, 2016. 25. Washington Immunization Scorecard, Washington State Department of Public Health, March 2016. 26. Ebola Virus, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ebola_virus 27. Zika Virus, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zika_virus 28. Malone, Robert W.; Homan, Jane; Callahan, Michael V.; et al. (2 March 2016). "Zika Virus: Medical Countermeasure Development Challenges". PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. 10 (3): e0004530. doi:10.1371/journal.pntd.0004530. ISSN 1935-2735. 29. Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment". Zika virus. Atlanta: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 3 March 2016. Retrieved 4 March 2016. 30. Ibid. 31. "CDC Concludes Zika Causes Microcephaly and Other Birth Defects". CDC. 13 April 2016. Retrieved 14 April 2016. 32. Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Washington State: Technical Summaries for Decision Makers, Climate Impacts Group, University of Washington, December 2013, pp. 12-1 - 12-6. Available at: http://cses.washington.edu/db/pdf/snoveretalsok816.pdf 33. Ibid. 12-1. 34. Bethel, J. et al. 2013. Human health: Impacts and adaptation. Chapter 7 in M.N. Dalton, P.W. Mote, and A.K. Snover (eds.) Climate Change in the Northwest: Implications for Our Landscapes, Waters, and Communities, Washington D.C.: Island Press. 35. Ibid. 32,12-1. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 222 September 2016 Figures - PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PH-1 Washington Immunization Rates vs Goals Tables - PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PH-1 Pandemic Flu History PH-2 Immunization Coverage for Jefferson County as of 12/31/2015 PH-3 Summary of Projected Climate Change and Related Human Health Impacts Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 181 September 2016 HEAT WAVE (EXTENDED) 1 SUMMARY The Hazard: The National Weather Service defines a heat wave as a “prolonged excessive heat/humidity episode” in which its Heat Index (HI) is expected to exceed 105o for at least two consecutive days2. Severe heat waves have caused catastrophic crop failures, thousands of deaths from hyperthermia, and widespread power outages due to increased use of air conditioning. A heat wave is considered extreme weather, and a danger because heat and sunlight may overheat the human body3. “In 2015, 45 people died nation-wide as a result of extreme heat, up dramatically from the 2014 total of 20 but down from the 92 fatalities in 2013. This number is well below the 10-year average for heat related fatalities, 113. In 2015, the most dangerous place to be was in a permanent home, likely with little or no air conditioning, where 15 people died4. As in the past, extreme heat most strongly affected adults aged 50+, with 33 deaths (73%). Sadly, the next highest age-range was children 0-9, many left in vehicles. Once again, more males, 32 (71%), than females, 13 (29%), were killed by heat.5” Impacts and Effects: • Potential deaths due to Heat Related Illness (HRI) • Increase in illness and accidents due to HRI • Potential illness and death of commercial livestock as well as domestic pets • Adverse impact on agriculture, especially dry land farms and grazing lands • Increased danger of fires • Imposition of water conservation measures • Shortages of water for firefighting • Increased prices for local produce • Economic impact due to loss of sales from people sheltering from heat instead of being out in the community • Economic impact of lost work-time due to HRI Previous Occurrences: There have been three outdoor-work heat related deaths in Washington during the years 2005 and 2006. Probability of Future Events: High – Climatic changes may be impacting the frequency and duration of extended heat events on the Olympic Peninsula. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for heat wave for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 13.65, which would be considered low, approaching moderate. Definition The National Weather Service (NWS) defines a heat wave as a “prolonged excessive heat/humidity episode” in which its Heat Index (HI) is expected to exceed 105o for at least two consecutive days. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 182 September 2016 A definition based on Frich et al.'s Heat Wave Duration Index is that a heat wave occurs when the daily maximum temperature of more than five consecutive days exceeds the average maximum temperature by 5 °C (9 °F), the normal period being 1961–19906. Heat related illness is a well-known, recognized hazard in the outdoor work environment, as well as a threat to the day-to-day functioning of people without the means of sheltering from the heat. Heat Related Illnesses (HRI) include heat fatigue, heat rash, fainting, heart cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Aside from these disorders, heat poses an additional threat of injuries due to accidents caused by heat related fatigue, dizziness, and disorientation. The Heat Index devised by the NWS gives an accurate measure of how hot it really feels when the relative humidity is added to the actual air temperature. Since HI values were predicated on shady, light wind conditions, exposure to full sunshine can increase values by 15 degrees. Figure HW-1, below, presents a graphic representation of the heat index7. Possible heat related disorders are: Heat Index 130o or higher: Heat stroke/sunstroke highly likely with continued exposure. Heat Index 105o - 130o: Sunstroke, heat cramps or heat exhaustion likely, and heatstroke possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Heat Index 90o - 105o: Sunstroke, heat cramps and heat exhaustion possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. Heat Index 80o - 90o: Fatigue possible with prolonged exposure and/or physical activity. NWS Alerts: The National Weather Service tracks heat waves by reporting stations, of which Seattle is the closest to Jefferson County. It issues heat advisories and excessive heat warnings based on the following criteria: Heat Advisory - Issued within 12 hours of the onset of the following conditions: heat index of at least 105Â°F but less than 115Â°F for less than 3 hours per day, or nighttime lows above 80Â°F for 2 consecutive days8. Excessive Heat Watch - Issued by the National Weather Service when heat indices in excess of 105ÂºF (41ÂºC) during the day combined with nighttime low temperatures of 80ÂºF (27ÂºC) or higher are forecast to occur for two consecutive days9. Excessive Heat Warning - Issued within 12 hours of the onset of the following criteria: heat index of at least 105Â°F for more than 3 hours per day for 2 consecutive days, or heat index more than 115Â°F for any period of time10. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 183 September 2016 Figure HW-1 – NOAA National Weather Service Heat Index Chart7 Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_wave Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 184 September 2016 HISTORY OF HEAT WAVES IN JEFFERSON COUNTY The following incidents were gleaned from local news sources and histories of Jefferson County: Mar 2001-Dec 2001 - On March 14, 2001, Gov. Gary Locke authorized the Department of Ecology to declare a statewide drought emergency; Washington was the first Northwest state to make such a declaration, which remained in effect until December 31, 2001.11 2002-2003- Two of the driest summers on record—one of five driest winters in past 100 years. Port Townsend Paper Corporation curtailed some operations, and fishing was halted on rivers on the Olympic Peninsula 2006 – Multiple heat waves of 3-4 days each in June, July, August, and culminating in September during Seattle’s Bumbershoot festival. August 2008 – Three days in which heat alerts were issued by the National Weather Service. July – August 2009 – Triple digit heat from Seattle to Medford, Oregon on July 28 – 29.12 August 18th – 20th 2016 – Multiple days of over-100 degree temperatures in the counties surrounding Jefferson County. Silverdale, Sequim, Seattle, etc. were all under “excessive heat warnings.” HAZARD ASSESSMENT AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT During the period from 1936 through 1975, nearly 20,000 people were killed in the United States by the effects of heat and solar radiation. In the heat wave of 1980, more than 1,250 people died. From 1999 to 2010, a total of 7,415 deaths in the United States, an average of 618 per year, were associated with exposure to excessive natural heat.13 The highest yearly total of heat-related deaths (1,050) was in 1999 and the lowest (295) in 2004. Approximately 68% of heat-related deaths were among males. During the period from 1994 through 2007, three people died directly as a result of heat exposure in Washington. None have been recorded in Jefferson County. The geography of Jefferson County mitigates its exposure to extreme heat because it is heavily wooded, surrounded by significant waterways (the Strait of Juan de Fuca and Puget Sound), and is protected by the Olympic Mountains. Even so, the moderate conditions deter people from purchasing air conditioners, and nearly a third of the population is over 65-years old.14 Even though extremely high temperatures are generally of short duration in Jefferson County, the high proportion of vulnerable populations, including the elderly, small children, and chronic invalids, dictate that local governmental, emergency, and public health officials are sensitive to heat conditions and take appropriate preventive measures. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 185 September 2016 Climate Change Future projections predict a slight increase in days over 90oF (+8 days) for the Pacific Northwest (PNW), with a limited increase in days over 95oF on the Olympic Peninsula.15 Conclusion Heat-related deaths state-wide will increase as average yearly temperatures increase. More frequent days over 100 °F (38 °C) will cause several problems for humans, including heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. The amount of heat waves has increased in the state of WA over the past 20 years. The average cost for each mortality from heat related deaths is $6,250.16 Due to its favorable location and geography, Jefferson County has a low probability of experiencing the significant heat wave related issues that the rest of the State will face. Nevertheless, Washington’s Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) has issued a rule, with which Jefferson County employers must comply, for employers having one or more employees performing work outdoors to: • Establish and implement written procedures to prevent the occurrence of HRI; • Provide and make accessible enough drinking water when hazards are present; • Have formalized procedures in place to respond to employees showing signs of HRI; and • Provide effective HRI prevention training to all employees. The NWS will initiate alert procedures when the HI is expected to exceed 105°- 1 10°F (depending on local climate) for at least two consecutive days. The procedures are: • Include HI values in zone and city forecasts. • Issue Special Weather Statements and/or Public Information Statements presenting a detailed discussion of o Extent of the hazard including HI values o Who is most at risk o Safety rules for reducing the risk. • Assist state/local health officials in preparing Civil Emergency Messages in severe heat waves. Meteorological information from Special Weather Statements will be included as well as more detailed medical information, advice, and names and telephone numbers of health officials. • Release to the media and over NOAAs own Weather Radio all of the above information. Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are in compliance with the L&I rule, and local civil, public health, and emergency management authorities are cognizant of the issues and prepared to issue warnings and to react to stress indicators within the population. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 186 September 2016 References – HEAT WAVE (Extended) 1. “Heat Wave (Extended)”, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009, pp. 118-120. 2. “Heat Wave”, NOAA’s National Weather Service Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=h 3. “Heat Wave”, Wikipedia, Accessed August, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Heat_wave 4. “2015 Heat Related Fatalities”, NOAA Hazard Statistics – 2015, Report generated on 5/13/2016. Available at: http://www.nws.noaa.gov/om/hazstats/heat15.pdf 5. Ibid. 6. Ibid. 3. 7. Ibid. 3. 8. “Heat Advisory”, NOAA’s National Weather Service Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=h 9. “Excessive Heat Watch”, NOAA’s National Weather Service Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=e 10. Ibid. 11. Drought emergency declared in Washington, USA Today.com, 03/14/2001 12. 2009 Pacific Northwest Heatwave, Wikipedia, Accessed 2016, Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2009_Pacific_Northwest_heat_wave#Temperature_Statistics 13. National Vital Statistics System. Mortality public use data files, 1999–2009. Available at http://www.cdc.gov/nchs/data_access/vitalstatsonline.htm 14. Population Age 65 Years and Older by County, 2015 Population Trends, Forecasting & Research Division, Washington Office of Financial Management, September 2015, p.42. 15. Kunkel, K., Stevens, L., Stevens, S., Liquiang, S., Janssen, E., Wuebbles, D., Redmond, R., Dobson, J.G., 2013 Regional Climate Trends and Scenarios for the U.S. national Climate Assessment, NOAA Tech-nical Report NESDIS142-6. 16. Climate Change in Washington – Human Health, Wikipedia, Accessed 2016, Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_change_in_Washington#Human_health Figures - HEAT WAVE (Extended) HW-1 NOAA NWS Heat Index Chart Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 187 September 2016 LANDSLIDES1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Landslide is the sliding movement of masses of loosened rock and soil down a hillside or slope. Landslide causes depend on rock type, precipitation, seismic shaking, land development and zoning practices, soil composition, moisture, and slope steepness. It can be fast moving, such as the March 2014 Oso Landslide in Snohomish county, Washington, or slow moving such as the inches per day landslide in Jackson, Wyoming in April 2014.2 Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of homes and businesses • Loss of public buildings • Damage or complete loss of bridges • Interruption of the transportation infrastructure • Damage and interruption to utilities • Destruction by covering of clam and oyster beds • Damage to critical transportation infrastructure • Damage or loss of recreation facilities • Loss of jobs due to damaged equipment and facilities • River and streams seek new channels affecting property values and economic development opportunities • Damage to salmon habitat and salmon stream restoration projects Previous Occurrences: Winter storms in December 2007 resulted in multiple landslides, one of which moved a house off its foundation in the Brinnon area. In January of 2009, a massive landslide in adjoining Clallam County severely damaged State Route 112 for a length of 500 feet, and resulting in its closure for weeks before it was safe enough for crews to get close enough to fully assess the damage. It is nearly an annual event to have landslides take out a section of county road in the West end of Jefferson County. The Upper Hoh Road, Quinault South Shore Road, Undie Road and Oil City Road have all had pieces taken out over the past few years. During the period from 2010 thru 2015, the range of cost to repair roads damaged by landslides was from $600,000 to $1,181,000. The average for that period was $742,000.3 Probability of Future Events: High – Jefferson County experiences multiple winter storms each year that have the potential to saturate soils and precipitate landslides in the hilly topography of the county. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for landslides for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 20.5, which would be considered moderate. Definition Landslide is the sliding movement of masses of loosened rock and soil down a hillside or slope. Landslide causes depend on rock type, precipitation, seismic shaking, land development and zoning practices, soil composition, moisture, and slope steepness. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 188 September 2016 History of Landslides in Jefferson County4 Landslides are a common hazard in Jefferson County. Most recent records indicate that earth movement is associated with inclement weather, such as heavy rains, saturated ground and strong winds that loosen tree roots. Slides have been a problem over the years on the road between Port Hadlock and Port Ludlow. During the storm of January 1997, slides occurred along Discovery Bay, Cape George, Mats Mats, Paradise Bay, Shine, South Point, Coyle, Quilcene Bay, and Brinnon in the eastern part of the county. In the western part of the county, slides occurred in the Hoh, Clearwater, and Quinault River drainage areas. Evidence indicates that large land movements have occurred from past earthquakes such as the sunken forest off Point Wilson along the South Whidbey Fault. In more recent history, a landslide along Highway 20 at Eaglemount in the 1970s took out the road to Discovery Bay, covered the railroad tracks, and caused a derailment of rail cars carrying hazardous materials. Highway 101 has been washed out numerous times where the Hoh and the Bogachiel Rivers have undercut the hillside after heavy rains and snowpack melts. With the addition of water from the rain and runoff, these rivers have had a long history of eroding their banks causing the slopes to slide. The typical scenario is that heavy storms cause rivers and creeks to overflow and undercut nearby roads. The roads then give way, often destabilizing the land above the road, and causing larger landslides. In December 2007, landslides from heavy rains moved a house off its foundation in Brinnon. At the same time, over 1000 feet of the Hoh Road in west Jefferson County were damaged, resulting in its closure for six months. The Hoh Road is a significant access-way to the Hoh Rain Forest in the Olympic National Park. In November 2009, the Dosewallips Road, which runs parallel to the Dosewallips River near Brinnon, experienced a landslide that took out a section of road and required a local disaster declaration to effect emergency repairs. In March 2013, a landslide that ran 1000 feet along Whidbey Island jutted 300 feet into the ocean and raised the beach by 30 feet.5 The Whidbey News Times reported it as displacing 5.3 million cubic feet of earth or the equivalent of 40,000 dump trucks.6 Although not in Jefferson County, this type of landslide in the right spot on Whidbey Island could create a tsunami that would hit the Fort Worden Beach and Port Townsend Bay. Figure LS-1, below, shows the before and after of the landslide.7 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 189 September 2016 Figure LS-1 – Before and After the Ledgewood-Bonair Landslide7 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 190 September 2016 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment The map (Figure LS-1) below shows that Jefferson County is considered among the counties that are most vulnerable to landslides.8 This is because of the significant Pacific Coastline, the Olympic Mountains, and the Puget lowlands that are part of our geography. Figure LS-2 amplifies on this by overlaying previous landslide locations on the premise that the locations of known landslides are at-risk for future ones.9 Figure LS-1 – Areas Most Vulnerable to Landslide5 Source: Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan (2009) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 191 September 2016 Figure LS-2 – Counties Vulnerable to Landslides9 Source: Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan (2012) In addition to the shoreline conditions, Jefferson County is plagued by the stealth landslides of roads being undercut by rivers overflowing their banks, particularly along the Dosewallips and the Hoh Rivers. These are stealth landslides because they only make the local news, and are not significant enough for emergency declarations. Even so, Jefferson County Public Works averages $750,000 per year on projects to rebuild sections of road lost to landslides during the rainy season. Slides in Jefferson County range in size from thin masses of soil of a few yards deep to deep seated bedrock slides many yards wide. Slides are commonly categorized by the “form of initial failure”, but they may travel in a variety of forms along their paths. The travel rate may change in velocity from a few inches per month to many feet per second depending on the slope, material, and water content. The recognition of ancient dormant slide masses is important because landslides can be reactivated by earthquakes or unusually wet winters. Sinkholes can develop unexpectedly and cause damage to roadways and private property. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 192 September 2016 Brinnon Mud Slide – February 2015 Source: Jefferson County Public Works Figure LS-3 shows the landslide susceptibility in East Jefferson County.10 The scale is set for readability in this document, but it masks how vulnerable the shorelines are. In grid 27N1E, for example, getting closer in allows one to see that there have been two slides and multiple areas marked as “High” hazard. These do not show up well in the document. Anyone can get online at the Jefferson County Maps dialog and drill down to find the natural hazards for their own property. A direct link to the Environmentally Sensitive Areas map is: http://maps.co.jefferson.wa.us/Website/mspub/viewer.htm?mapset=esa Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 193 September 2016 Figure LS-3 Landslide Risk in East Jefferson County10 Table LS-1 lists landslides that have impacted Jefferson County, including some in adjacent counties.11 The table is a subset of a DNR table that covers all landslides of consequence throughout the state. Since the scope of this document is Jefferson County, we deleted the line items for those landslides that did not have a direct impact on Jefferson County – either through direct damage or blocking major access routes. Vs. 6 194 September 2016 Table LS-1 Significant Landslides that Directly Affected Jefferson County11 Significant Deep-Seated Landslides in Washington State – 1984 to 2014 Landslide Name Date Location Area Volume Comments Fatalities Direct Costs (millions in 2014 $) References Ledgewood– Bonair (Whidbey Island) Mar. 27, 2013 Island Co. 12 acres; 900 ft wide; 700 ft long ~200,000 yd3 Small portion of a larger landslide complex, ~1.5 mi long, ~11,000 years old; 35 homes evacuated when landslide occurred; 20 homes still at risk, either through structural damage or loss of property. 0 Slaughter, Steven; Sarikhan, Isabelle; Polenz, Michael; Walsh, Tim, 2013, Quick report for the Ledgewood–Bonair landslide, Whidbey Island, Island County, Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Quick Report, 7 p. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/Publications/ger_qr_whidb i l d l d lid 2013 df] Rockcrusher Hill (U.S. 101 MP 72.6) 2006 Grays Harbor Co. 1,500 ft long; 400 ft wide 0.5 million yd3 Ongoing deformation with acceleration in 2006 resulted in costly temporary repair (that has now failed) and now requires frequent repairs to keep highway open. Threatens severing US 101, which would require ~50-mile-long detour. Estimated $7 million repair programmed for 2015. 2 WSDOT, 2007, SR 101 MP 72.6 landslide– geotechnical recommendations; 75 p. Bogachiel (U.S. 101 MP 184) 2004 Jefferson Co. 700 ft long; 2,800 ft wide 1–2 million yd3 Ongoing deformation within large landslide complex, with failure surface greater than 100 ft deep beneath highway and toeing out in river. Localized acceleration in 2004 resulted in costly repairs for 200-ft-wide section. Movement persists and threatening previous repairs. Evidence for prehistoric catastrophic 0 8 WSDOT, 2007, Bogachiel landslide– geologic assessment and mitigation alternatives, 49 p. Jorstad Creek (U.S. 101 MP 322) Feb. 1999 Mason Co. 500 ft long; 1,000 ft wide 1 million yd3 Resulted in long duration closure of US 101 with very long detour route. Extensive drainage network required to stabilize slope. 0 ≈3 Golder, 1999, Geotechnical report–landslide on U.S. 101 MP 326 Lilliwaup, Washington, prepared for WSDOT. Lilliwaup U.S. 101 MP 326) Feb. 1999 Mason Co. 500 ft long; 1,800 ft wide 1.5 million yd3 Resulted in long duration closure of US 101 with very long detour route. Extensive drainage and retaining wall required to stabilize slope. 0 ≈5–10 Golder, 1999, Geotechnical report–landslide on U.S. 101 MP 322, prepared for WSDOT. Vs. 6 195 September 2016 Landslide Name Date Location Area Volume Comments Fatalities Direct Costs (millions in 2014 $) References Allyn Curves (SR 3) Dec. 1998 Mason Co. 2,000 ft long; 1,300 ft wide Episodically active for decades followed by severe deformation and retrogression in 1997–8 and 1998–99, resulted in 5 month highway closure. Realignment in 1993 and stabilization in 1999 costs totaled around $5 million. 0 ≈10–15 WSDOT report and memos SR 112 MP 36 Feb. 1990 Clallam Co. 1,500 ft long; 500 ft wide Destroyed approximately 500 ft of highway and toed out in the Straits, resulting in 8 month closure. Highway realigned off of active portion. 0 ≈5 WSDOT, 1990 report and memos Jim Creek (SR112 MP 32) November 1990 Clallam Co. 300 ft long; 300 ft wide Destroyed approximately 300 ft of highway and toed out in creek, resulting in 2-month- long highway closure with a very long detour. 0 ≈5 WSDOT and Golder reports and memos prepared for WSDOT Widespread Shallow Landslide and Debris Flow Events in Washington State – 1984 to 2014 Time Period Areas Affected Description Fatalities References January 2009 western Washington, including Lewis, Skagit, Whatcom, Kittitas, Clark, and Cowlitz Counties A typical atmospheric river (Pineapple Express) storm rolled through the state, bringing with it warm rains that rapidly melted lowland snow. The Washington Geological Survey reported that the storm caused more than 1,500 landslides greater than 5,000 ft2 in size. More than 500 landslides were recorded in eastern Lewis County. Approximately 300 to 500 landslides occurred in Skagit and Whatcom Counties. Sarikhan, I. Y.; Contreras, T. A., 2009, Landslide field trip to Morton, Glenoma, and Randle, Lewis County, Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Open File Report 2009-1, 13 p. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_ofr20 09-1_landslide_field_ trip.pdf] December 2007 western Washington, including Mason, Jefferson, Lewis, and Thurston Counties The storm event of December 1–3, 2007 caused thousands of landslides and major flooding. The storm brought snow, warm rain, and hurricane force winds across much of western Washington. Landslides blocked or damaged roads, isolating communities in the height of the storm and delaying emergency response. A massive debris avalanche and numerous smaller landslides blocked SR 6. SR 8 was blocked by landslides near Onalaska. Highway 101 was blocked north of the Skokomish River. Nearly 20 in. of rain was recorded within a 48-hour period in the headwaters of the Chehalis River. This caused more than 1,600 landslides in the Chehalis headwater basin alone, clogging flood waters with debris. I-5 was flooded with as much as 10 ft of water. Sarikhan, I. Y.; Stanton, K. D.; Contreras, T. A.; Polenz, Michael; Powell, Jack; Walsh, T. J.; Logan, R. L., 2008, Landslide reconnaissance following the storm event of December 1-3, 2007, in western Washington: Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Open File Report 2008-5, 16 p. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_ofr20 08-5_dec2007_landslides.pdf] Vs. 6 196 September 2016 Time Period Areas Affected Description Fatalities References December 2006 western Washington A strong storm known as the Hanukkah Eve Storm of 2006 brought hurricane force wind gusts and heavy rains to western Washington. The storm initiated a small number of landslides around western Washington. January to February 2006 entire state Prolonged heavy rainfall from December 2005 into January 2006 caused numerous landslides throughout the state. More than 13 in. of rain fell between December 19 and January 14. Slides, slumps, or settlement closed lanes of I-5, US 101, SR’s 4, 9, 14, 107, 105, 112, 116, 166, 302, and 530 for various periods. On February 3, the Governor signed emergency proclamation requesting federal funds for all 39 counties. Information from news reports and the Washington Department of Transportation October 2003 entire state, including Skagit, Okanogan, Clallam, Jefferson, Mason, Snohomish, Pierce Counties Heavy rainfall caused severe flooding and landslides in 15 counties. Landslides or ground failure caused temporary closures on nine state highways. Landslides closed SR 20 between Skagit and Okanogan Counties, a landslide closed SR 112 in Clallam County, debris flows also blocked US 101 in Jefferson and Mason Counties, US 2 in Snohomish County, and SR 410 in Pierce County. Nisqually Earthquake – February 28, 2001 western Washington, including Tacoma, Renton, Olympia, Burien, and Tumwater The magnitude 6.8 earthquake produced a number of significant, widely scattered landslides resulting in at least $34.3 million in losses. Salmon Beach suffered a 1,300 yd3 landslide that demolished two homes. Cedar River had two landslides, one of which was an estimated 50,000 yd3. The parkway on Capitol Lake experienced significant damage from ground failure. Five homes in Burien sustained structural damage when underlying fill formed a landslide. Highland, L. M., 2003, An account of preliminary landslide damage and losses resulting from the February 28, 2001, Nisqually, Washington, earthquake: U.S. Geological Survey Open-File Report 03-211, 48 p. [http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/2003/ofr-03-211/ofr-03- 211.pdf] September 17, 1997 Clallam Co. Debris flow-avalanche kills one in Port Angeles tavern situated below steep slope. Weather was not especially wet preceding the event (0.5 in. of rain). 1 December 1996 to January 1997 western Washington, primarily the bluffs of Puget Sound, Lake Washington, Lake Union, Portage Bay, West Seattle, Magnolia Bluff, and along the id December precipitation was 191% of normal, triggering hundreds of landslides and debris flows on steep bluffs and ravines. At least four people were killed by these events, and millions of dollars of damage were caused. A landslide on January 15 derailed five cars of a freight train midway between Seattle and Everett. Twenty to 30 landslides occurred in Pierce County, including one that cut phone service to homes on Salmon Beach. In Whatcom and Clark Counties, two interstate natural gas lines were ruptured due to landslides, causing 4 Gerstel, W. J.; Brunengo, M. J.; Lingley, W. S., Jr.; Logan, R. L.; Shipman, Hugh; Walsh, T. J., 1997, Puget Sound bluffs—The where, why, and when of landslides following the holiday 1996/97 storms: Washington Geology, v. 25, no. 1, p. 17-31. [http://www.dnr.wa.gov/ publications/ger_washington_geology_1997_v2 5 1 df] February 1996 entire state, including Walla Walla, Seattle, and Pierce, Thurston, Lewis, Clark, and Skamania Counties Near-record snowfall in January followed by warm, heavy rain caused massive flooding and landslides. Landslides damaged or destroyed nearly 8,000 homes and closed traffic along major highways (including I- 5, SR 4, and SR 503) for several days. Damages totaled at least $800 million. The highest concentration of landslides occurred near Walla Walla. Seattle had more than 40 landslides during the winter, about two-thirds of which were related to the storm. Lewis County had the largest landslide, with an estimated 1.5 million yd3 of debris. U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency, 1996, Interagency Hazard Mitigation Team report, including progress report on early implementation strategies—State of Washington, winter storms of 1995-1996; FEMA-DR-1079, declared January 3, 1996; FEMA-DR-1100-WA, declared February 9, 1996 U S Fd l E M Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 197 September 2016 As the county continues to grow and the desire of people to have a home with a view, an increasing number of structures are built on top of or below slopes subject to land sliding. Land is not stable indefinitely. People often believe that if a bluff has remained stable for the last 50 years, it will remain so for the next 50 years regardless of the development or maintenance around it. As trees are removed to make way for new homes, the nature of erosion and water absorption makes the slopes and bluff in these areas a dynamic and changing environment. Characteristics that may be indicative of a landslide hazard area: • Bluff retreat caused by sloughing of bluff sediments, resulting in a vertical bluff face with little vegetation • Pre-existing landslide area • Tension or ground cracks along or near the edge of the top of a bluff • Structural damage caused by settling and cracking of building foundations and separation of steps from the main structure • Toppling, bowed or jack-sawed trees • Gullying and surface erosion • Mid-slope ground water seepage from a bluff face Land stability cannot be absolutely predicted with current technology. An unequivocal predictor of landslide vulnerability is the occurrence of previous landslides in the same area. The best design and construction measures are still vulnerable to slope failure. The amount of protection, usually correlated to cost, is proportional to the level of risk reduction. Debris and vegetation management is integral to preventing landslide damages. Corrective measures help, but still leave the property vulnerable to risk. Figure LS-4 shows the known landslide risk areas within the City of Port Townsend.12 A landslide risk assessment was completed by Risk Management by comparing the unstable-to-intermediate sloped areas with the locations of buildings throughout coastal zones of eastern Jefferson County. The analysis is summarized in Table LS-2 for Port Townsend and unincorporated portions of the county. Table LS-2 shows the building value (in dollars) for the communities located in the known and potentially unstable slope zones. This table also includes the number of buildings in the zone as well as the overall total number of buildings and building value.13 Over 1600 buildings are located in potential coastal landslide zones, which have a total estimated value of approximately $237.5 million. The majority of these buildings are located in unincorporated areas; these 1590 buildings have an estimated value of $225 million. In Port Townsend, 56 out of 2129 buildings are identified in Unstable, Unstable recent slide, Unstable old slide, and Intermediate slope zones of the coastal zone atlas slope stability map. Figure LS-6 provides a sample map of Port Townsend to illustrate how slope stability and recent landslides are illustrated in map sets available from the Washington.14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 198 September 2016 Figure LS-5 City of Port Townsend Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Risk12 Although the blue areas are seismic hazard areas likely to liquefy, they are frequently adjacent to high-bank waterfront that can easily calve off if the area becomes unstable at sea level. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 199 September 2016 Table LS-2 - Buildings Exposed to Unstable, Unstable-Recent, Unstable-Old, Intermediate, and Stable Slopes13 Note: Two highlighted rows show the values obtained relative to the Coastal Zone Atlas slope stability study area (Washington Department of Ecology, 1978) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 200 September 2016 Figure LS-6 – Sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 201 September 2016 Climate Change The NOPRCD report projects a 13% (±7%) increase in days with >1 inch of rain by the 2050s along with a 50% chance of future annual coastal flood elevation rise of ≥ 2.9 feet in Port Townsend.15 Shifts in the timing and type of precipitation, creating rain on snow events and unseasonably high stream flows will scour river bottoms and flood low-land areas.16 This, in turn, will undercut high banks and destabilize hillsides, thus promoting increased landslides. On Sunday, Oct. 13, 2013 another large chunk of sand and debris tumbled to the beach below “End of the World,” a bluff overlooking the Strait of Juan de Fuca on the edge of Port Townsend. Photo by Scott Wilson17 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 202 September 2016 Conclusion Jefferson County’s significant coastline, Olympic Mountains, and network of roads that parallel rivers make it a high risk for landslides and high vulnerability to the cost of repairing the damage. Some landslide hazards can be mitigated by engineering, design, or construction so that risks are acceptable. When technology cannot reduce the risk to acceptable levels, building in hazardous areas should be avoided. Ordinances identifying geological hazards must be rigorously applied. The least expensive and most effective landslide loss reduction measure is by avoidance. The next most economical solution is mitigation using qualified expertise with an investigation report review process. The most costly is repair of landslide damages. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 203 September 2016 References - LANDSLIDES 1. “Landslide”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 32-33. 2. “Wyoming officials eye slow-moving landslide, evacuate residents”, by Michael Martinez, CNN, April 12, 2014. Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.cnn.com/2014/04/12/us/wyoming-slow-landslide/index.html 3. Email from Monte Reinders, Director of Jefferson County Public Works, April 27, 2016 4. Ibid. 1,32. 5. Whidbey Island Coupeville Landslide, Ear to the Ground, Washington Department of Natural Resource, March 27, 2013. Accessed September 2016. Available at: https://washingtondnr.wordpress.com/2013/03/27/whidbey-island-coupeville-landslide/ 6. Prehistoric landslide complex, fault runs along Ledgewood, by Jessie Stensland, Whidbey News-Times Co-Editor, Whidbey News Times, March 30 2013. 7. Whidbey Island Coupeville Landslide, Ear to the Ground, Washington Department of Natural Resource, March 27, 2013. Accessed September 2016. Available at: https://washingtondnr.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/whidbeyislandlandslide-before-and-after.jpg 8. Landslides, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009, p. 123. 9. “Landslide Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, November 2012, Tab 5.7, p.26. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Landslide_Hazard_Profile.pdf 10. Map – Jefferson County Landslide Risk, Jefferson County GIS Unit, Accessed August 2016. 11. List of Large Landslides, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://file.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_list_large_landslides.pdf 12. Map - City of Port Townsend Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Hazard Areas, City of Port Townsend GIS, 2016. 13. Risk Report for Jefferson County including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, FEMA, February 2016, p. 19. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf 14. Sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend, Washington Department of Ecology, Shorelines and Environmental Assistance Program, Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/femaweb/Jefferson/JE_6ith.jpg 15. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. II. Available: www.noprcd.org 16. Ibid. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 204 September 2016 17. End of the World’ bluff slipping away, By Patrick J. Sullivan of the Leader, Port Townsend Leader, October 16, 2013. Tables - LANDSLIDES LS-1 Significant Landslides that Directly Affected Jefferson County LS-2 Buildings Exposed to Unstable, Unstable-Recent, Unstable-Old, Intermediate, and Stable Slopes Figures - LANDSLIDES LS-1 Before and After the Ledgewood-Bonair Landslide LS-2 Areas Most Vulnerable to Landslides LS-3 Counties Vulnerable to Landslides LS-4 Jefferson County Landslide Risk LS-5 City of Port Townsend Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Risk LS-6 Sample Slope Stability Map for Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 205 September 2016 PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY SUMMARY The Hazard: Public Health Emergencies can be food or water contamination or medical emergencies such as diseases, epidemics, or a pandemic that have the potential to affect people and animals over a significant area. Water emergencies are discussed in the sections on man-made hazards. Impacts and Effects: • Potential deaths due to toxins or illness • Increase in illness • Potential illness and death of commercial livestock as well as domestic pets • Increased stress on local health care system and providers • Demands made on local health care system beyond capacity to respond • Disruption of local commerce • Spot shortages of food, supplies due to commerce disruption • Economic impact due to loss of sales from people sheltering in place • Economic impact of lost work-time due to illness • Pharmaceutical Interventions such as mass distribution of antibiotics, antiviral medications and/or vaccines • Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions including, but not limited to social distancing, isolation and quarantine, health education, and respiratory etiquette. Previous Occurrences: In 2008, national recalls of pet foods due to melamine contamination and peanut butter products due to salmonella affected Jefferson County to a small extent. In 2007, public health authorities tracked customers who purchased particular produce from a local farm store when it was discovered that the employee stocking the produce had Hepatitis-A. Probability of Future Events: High – There is a high probability of viral diseases being introduced into the area due to the large number of visitors to this tourism destination, or due to national events introducing things into the distribution systems. Specifically, the Wooden Boat Festival draws an international attendance of about 40,000 people to Port Townsend each year, providing an ideal venue for contact, airborne and mosquito-borne vectors. Additionally, immunization coverage for Jefferson County is below the State average in 22 out of 33 categories for children up to the age of 17 years-old. Since the previous Hazard Mitigation Plan was completed, the U.S. has experienced epidemic threats from the Ebola virus and the Zika virus. Ebola is spread by contact with infected body fluids and is almost always fatal. Zika is spread via mosquito bites and / or intimate contact with someone who is infected. It can cause birth defects if an infected woman is pregnant or becomes pregnant. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 206 September 2016 Definitions Public Health Emergencies can be food or water contamination or medical emergencies such as diseases, epidemics, or pandemic. In the United States, a public health emergency declaration releases resources meant to handle an actual or potential public health crisis. Recent examples include incidents of flooding, severe weather, and the 2009 H1N1 influenza outbreak1. Disease – Unhealthy condition of the body or mind. A corresponding condition of plants. Epidemic – A widespread occurrence of a disease in a community at a particular time. Outbreak – Limited area in occurrence of a disease in a community at a particular time. Pandemic – Prevalent over a whole country or the world; Universal; Widespread Influenza – a viral disease in which the infected person is feverish, has muscle soreness, headaches, and a general malaise. It can impair breathing function, and be fatal to vulnerable people. Seasonal Influenza – Usually affects 5-10% of the population. Avian Influenza – Variations of the H5N1 virus that spread across bird populations and have been able to cross species into humans in some areas of Asia and Africa. None have been in the United States. Pandemic Flu – Pandemic influenza causes illness in as much as 25-30% of the population, and has had death rates as high as 2.5% in 1918. Table PH-1 summarizes the four flu pandemics that have occurred since 19182. Table PH-1 – Pandemic Flu History2 Occurrence Period Description 1918 - 19193 “Illness from the 1918 flu pandemic, also known as the Spanish flu, came on quickly. Some people felt fine in the morning but died by nightfall. People who caught the Spanish Flu but did not die from it often died from complications caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia. During the 1918 pandemic: • Approximately 20% to 40% of the worldwide population became ill • An estimated 50 million people died • Nearly 675,000 people died in the United States Unlike earlier pandemics and seasonal flu outbreaks, the 1918 pandemic flu saw high mortality rates among healthy adults. In fact, the illness and mortality rates were highest among adults 20 to 50 years old. The reasons for this remain unknown.” 1957 - 19584 “In February 1957, a new flu virus was identified in the Far East. Immunity to this strain was rare in people younger than 65. A pandemic was predicted. To prepare, health officials closely monitored flu outbreaks. Vaccine production began in late May 1957 and was available in limited supply by August 1957. In the summer of 1957, the virus came to the United States quietly with a series of small outbreaks. When children returned to school in the fall, they spread the disease in classrooms and brought it home to their families. Infection rates peaked among school children, young adults, and pregnant women in October 1957. By December 1957, the worst seemed to be over. However, another wave of illness came in January and February of 1958. This is an example of the potential "second wave" of infections that can happen during a pandemic. Most influenza–and pneumonia–related deaths occurred between September 1957 and March 1958. Although the 1957 pandemic was not as devastating as the 1918 pandemic, about 69,800 people in the United States died. The elderly had the highest rates of death.” 1968 - 19695 “In early 1968, a new flu virus was detected in Hong Kong. The first cases in the United States were detected as early as September 1968. Illness was not widespread in the United States until December 1968. Deaths from this virus peaked in December 1968 and January 1969. Those over the age of 65 were most likely to die. The number of deaths between September 1968 and March 1969 was 33,800, making it the mildest flu pandemic in the 20th century. The same virus returned in 1970 and 1972.” Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 207 September 2016 Table PH-1 – Pandemic Flu History2 Occurrence Period Description 2009 - 20106 “In the spring of 2009, a new flu virus spread quickly across the United States and the world. The first U.S. case of H1N1 (swine flu) was diagnosed on April 15, 2009. By April 21, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was working to develop a vaccine for this new virus. On April 26, the U.S. government declared H1N1 a public health emergency. By June, 18,000 cases of H1N1 had been reported in the United States. A total of 74 countries were affected by the pandemic. H1N1 vaccine supply was limited in the beginning. People at the highest risk of complications got the vaccine first. By November 2009, 48 states had reported cases of H1N1, mostly in young people. That same month, over 61 million vaccine doses were ready. Reports of flu activity began to decline in parts of the country, which gave the medical community a chance to vaccinate more people. 80 million people were vaccinated against H1N1, which minimized the impact of the illness. The CDC estimates that 43 million to 89 million people had H1N1 between April 2009 and April 2010. They estimate between 8,870 and 18,300 H1N1 related deaths. On August 10, 2010 the World Health Organization (WHO) declared an end to the global H1N1 flu pandemic” Source: Flu.gov History of Public Health Emergencies in Jefferson County 1859 – The bark What Cheer cleared Portland in December 1859 infested with smallpox. Numerous crew members died in sight of Protection Island of the Jefferson County coast. According to Indian legends, an Ozette village of 400 people was decimated, the Makah suffered heavy losses, and Indian villages at Port Discovery and Port Townsend were stricken by smallpox, including the household of Chetzemoka, Chief of the Indian village at Port Townsend.7 1892 – Fear of a leper among the Port Townsend Chinese population served as a catalyst to establish the Diamond Point Quarantine Station in 1893.8 1900 – Outbreak of bubonic plague was contained by confining victims at the Diamond Point Quarantine Station.9 1913 – The Diamond Point Quarantine Station was used to house lepers until 1926.10 1918 – Influenza epidemic causes many deaths in Jefferson County.11 2006 – Anderson Lake, Gibbs Lake, and Teal Lake quarantined because of toxic Blue/Green algae. Two dogs die after drinking the water.12 2007 – Jefferson County health authorities put out warnings to customers of a Port Townsend farm who purchased produce handled by an employee who had contracted Hepatitis-A. The potentially exposed groups Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) customers, Port Townsend Food Co-op customers and children and others who attended a field trip to the farm the first week of June.13 2015-2016 – “Anderson Lake remains closed due to toxic algae.” Anderson Lake had been closed in the spring of 2015 due to high levels of a nerve toxin anatoxin that comes from blue-green algae in the lake. The toxin level was 28.94 micrograms per liter; the Washington state recreational standard is less than one microgram per liter.14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 208 September 2016 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Hazard Profile Jefferson County faces the same public health hazards as the rest of the country in the sense that it has national food chains within the county that bring in produce and products from around the world. What follows is a representative list of types of food contamination and disease risks that occur in this area: Blue-Green Algae15: Jefferson County lakes have periodically seen moderate blooms of toxic blue-green algae. During such blooms, lakes are quarantined and users are warned not to drink lake water, swim in the lake, or consume fish from the lake. The algae (genera Anabaena, Microcystis, and Aphanizomenon) produce toxins that cause liver damage or nerve impairment. Small children, people with liver problems, and pets are most at risk. E coli16: Eschericia coli O157:H57 is a bacterial infection causing bloody stool and abdominal cramps. It usually resolves without specific treatment in 5-10 days unless there are complications. Treatment with antibiotics can actually cause complications. Two to seven percent of cases develop complications. Washington has experience outbreaks in campsites, contaminated swimming areas, and occasionally in restaurants due to undercooked foods. Hantavirus17: Carried by deer mice, this virus is passed to humans when they breathe in the aerosolized virus. It can cause hemorrhagic fevers, renal syndrome, and Hantavirus (cardio-) pulmonary syndrome (HPS). HPS is potentially deadly. One to five cases are reported every year in Washington. Auto mechanics are particularly concerned because they often do repairs on vehicles in which rodents have been in the engine compartment, and left droppings and dust. Lyme Disease18: Lyme disease is a tick-borne disease in which local deer populations support populations of deer ticks. Early manifestations are fever, headache, fatigue, depression, and a “bulls-eye” skin rash. If treatment is early, the infection can be eliminated. If late or untreated, manifestations of the disease can involve the heart, joints, and nervous system, and be disabling. Approximately fifteen cases are reported in Washington each year. The state does not track Lyme Disease unless it is a human infection. Veterinarians that treat infected pets do not report the incidence, resulting in reservoirs of the disease remaining undetected until a human contracts it. Port Townsend has a deer herd of 238 individuals within the six-square mile city limits.19 Red Tide20: Local bays, such as Discovery Bay and Oak Bay, are periodically contaminated by a “red tide” that infects shellfish and produces a marine biotoxin that can cause paralytic shellfish poisoning (PSP) in people eating the shellfish. In 2006, nearly the entire coastline of Jefferson County was closed to recreational harvesting of shellfish. Commercial shellfish are tested separately, and commercial harvesters have been affected by closures of their commercial shellfish farms from time to time, too. Toxic contaminants21: The melamine contamination of pet food was a significant event in Port Townsend, as it was around the country. Being a small city, such events make the front page of local news and become personalized because people you know are affected. A local man had batches of cat food tested after his cat died, and found out that it did not have melamine in it, but it was contaminated with acetaminophen. West Nile Virus22: West Nile Virus can cause asymptotic infections, West Nile Fever, and encephalitis. It mainly infects birds, but can infect humans, horses, dogs, cats, bats, chipmunks, skunks, squirrels, and Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 209 September 2016 domestic rabbits. The main source of human infection is through the bite of an infected and mosquitoes. The main way it is spread is with mosquitoes. There were only 47 mosquitos tested for the virus in Jefferson County during the period from 2006 – 2016, and no positives in Jefferson County during that time. West Nile Virus has been primarily a problem in East and Central Washington counties, although it did reach both Mason County and Grays Harbor County in 2009 with one bird testing positive in each county23. Vulnerability Washington State has a significant number of statutes and administrative rules giving authorities the capability to deal with public health emergencies: RCW 70.05.060 Authority of Local Board of Health and Local Health Officer RCW 70.070 Mandates of Local Health Officer WAC 245-100 Duties and Responsibilities of Local Health Officer, Isolation and Quarantine Authority WAC 245-100-036 Communicable and certain other diseases RCW 68.50 Role, Responsibility and authority of the Medical Examiner RCW 70.58.020.030 Local Health Officer is Registrar of Vital Statistics RCW 43.20.050(4) Enforcement of Isolation and Quarantine Orders by law enforcement RCW 18.71 Physician’s Trained Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic RCW 18.73 Emergency Medical Technicians, Transport Vehicles RCW 70.168 State-wide Trauma Care System The problem for Jefferson County is that a significant portion of its population can be considered vulnerable, and it has ecological factors that can exacerbate health issues. Jefferson County has one acute care hospital with 25 beds and six fire districts that provide emergency medical response. East Jefferson Fire & Rescue, which is the only fire district to provide 24x7 manned stations, provides out-of-county transport services for the hospital. All districts except for Fire District 7 are combination departments relying heavily on volunteers. Fire District 7 is an all-volunteer department that covers the West Jefferson County area. During region-wide events, such as a pandemic, local resources will be overwhelmed very quickly and result in the necessity to make life and death decisions at operational levels. Jefferson County, demographically, is turning into a retirement area. The natural beauty and unspoiled terrain encourages people to build into wooded areas with the effect that deer herds and coyotes coexist in the same localities. It is the norm for people to have deer fences around their gardens. This also means that the retiree population, the over-50, is constantly exposed to the vectors for many of the viruses and illnesses listed above. Mice infest the engine compartments of vehicles parked outdoors, deer ticks are prevalent in fallow fields, and raccoons maintain super-highways through home-owner associations. Some of Jefferson County’s vulnerability issues stem from its maritime heritage and a “back-to-the-earth” movement that settled in the county during the 1970’s. Port Townsend is a working Victorian seaport, and as such, receives visitors from all over the world. Each year in September, there is a world-renowned Wooden Boat Festival that attracts visitors from around the world. Over 40,000 visitors show up for that week-end, many in boats from who-knows-where, and who are capable of carrying a communicable disease into a dense group of people who are quickly going to disperse to a wide variety of geographic areas. The “back-to-the-earth” movement has resulted in a robust food co-op and farmer’s markets in Jefferson County and neighboring Clallam County. These entities provide a wide-variety of locally grown organic produce to the residents of the area. What is unique is that they also provide a source for raw milk and raw Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 210 September 2016 cheeses to be sold commercially. Sequim Washington has one of the few commercial dairies certified to produce and sell raw milk and cheese. While many people believe that there is a significant health benefit for raw milk over pasteurized milk, it still has to be recognized that any contamination of the milk will not be killed during a heat-treatment process, and that consumers are dependent on the integrity of the dairy farmer to maintain a healthy product. Jefferson County also has vaccination rates below the State’s average in 22 out of 33 categories among children, ages 19-months to 17-years old. Table PH-2, below, consolidates the immunization coverage tables from the Washington State Department of Health so that Jefferson County immunization rates are compared directly to the Washington State average immunization rates for children up to 17-years old.24 The difference in percent immunization is in GREEN when Jefferson County rates are above the state average and are RED when the rates are below the state average. To reiterate, Jefferson County immunization rates are below the state average in 22 of 33 categories for 2015. Figure PH-1, following, shows the average immunization rates for both juveniles and adults in the State, along with the immunization goals desired.25 It, too, shows significant gaps between goals and experience within the State, and implies the same for Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 211 September 2016 Figure PH-1 – Immunization Coverage for Jefferson County as of 12/31/201524 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 212 September 2016 Figure PH-1 – Washington Immunization Scorecard25 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 213 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 214 September 2016 Special Consideration Ebola Virus: Causes a severe and often fatal hemorrhagic fever in humans and mammals. Mortality rate is high (up to 83-90%). The natural reservoir of Ebola virus is bats, and it is transmitted between humans and from animals to humans through contact with body fluids.26 No cases have ever been identified in Jefferson County, but the U.S. had cases of infected doctors and / or travelers returning to the U.S. after having acquired it in infected areas of Africa. Zika Virus27: “The infection, known as Zika fever or Zika virus disease, often causes no or only mild symptoms, similar to a very mild form of dengue fever.28 While there is no specific treatment, paracetamol (acetaminophen) and rest may help with the symptoms.29 As of 2016, the illness cannot be prevented by medications or vaccines.30 Zika can spread from a pregnant woman to her fetus. This can result in microcephaly, severe brain malformations, and other birth defects.31“ Climate Change Table PH-3, Summary of Projected Climate Change and Related Human Health Impacts, is taken in its entirety from “Section 12 – How Will Climate Change Affect Human Health in Washington?32” It provides a comprehensive summarization of how “human health in Washington is likely to be affected by projected increases in extreme heat events, flooding, sea level rise, drought, and forest fires; increased allergen production and summer air pollution; and changes in the types, distribution, and transmission of infectious diseases (e.g., West Nile Virus) and fungal diseases.33” The table is based on Bethel et al. 201334 and other sources. Few studies have been conducted to date on climate change impacts to human health in the Pacific Northwest, so impacts listed in the table represent examples rather than an all-inclusive list of potential impacts35. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 215 September 2016 Table PH-3 - Summary of Projected Climate Change and Related Human Health Impacts32 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 216 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 217 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 218 September 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 219 September 2016 References for Table PH-3 Conclusion Jefferson County has several unique factors that increase its vulnerability to contaminated foods and the spread of infection, but public health officials recognize this and work hard to contain local outbreaks of disease or contaminated products. Nevertheless, the potential exists that in a region-wide event or a pandemic event, local resources will be quickly overwhelmed necessitating help from outside the region. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 220 September 2016 References – PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY 1. Public Health Emergency (United States), Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_health_emergency_(United_States) 2. “Pandemic Flu History”, Flu.gov, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.flu.gov/pandemic/history/index.html 3. Ibid. 4. Ibid. 5. Ibid. 6. Ibid. 7. Port Townsend – The City that Whiskey Built, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing, Inc., 2002, pp. 136-137. 8. Port Townsend – An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing, Inc., 2000, p. 313. 9. Ibid., 314. 10. Ibid., 314-317. 11. Ibid. 12. “Anderson Lake, Gibbs Lake, and Teal Lake Quarantine because of toxic blue/green algae”, Leader Staff, Port Townsend Leader, May 2006. 13. “Hepatitis A case from Sunfield Farm is confirmed”, 14. “Anderson Lake remains closed due to toxic algae.”, Leader Staff, Port Townsend Leader, April 21, 2016. 15. “Lab results show toxic blue / green algae present in Anderson Lake”, Jefferson County Public Health, June 5, 2006. 16. Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli (STEC), Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/IllnessandDisease/Ecoli 17. Hantavirus, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/IllnessandDisease/Hantavirus 18. Lyme Disease, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/YouandYourFamily/IllnessandDisease/LymeDisease 19. Deer count tallies 238 in Port Townsend, Robin Dudley of the Leader, Port Townsend Leader, April 6, 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 221 September 2016 20. Paralytic Shellfish Poison, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/CommunityandEnvironment/Shellfish/BiotoxinsIllnessPrevention/Biotoxins/ParalyticShellfishPoison 21. “PT man sues over cat’s death”, Blythe Lawrence, Leader Staff Writer, Port Townsend Leader, July 25, 2007. 22. West Nile Virus Symptoms & Treatment, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.cdc.gov/westnile/symptoms/index.html 23. 2009 West Nile Virus Activity, Washington State Department of Health, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.doh.wa.gov/DataandStatisticalReports/DiseasesandChronicConditions/WestNileVirus/2009WestNileVirusActivity 24. Consolidated Immunization Rates for Jefferson County, Table created by Ken Horvath; Source: Washington State Immunization Information System, Washington State Department of Public Health, 2016. 25. Washington Immunization Scorecard, Washington State Department of Public Health, March 2016. 26. Ebola Virus, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ebola_virus 27. Zika Virus, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zika_virus 28. Malone, Robert W.; Homan, Jane; Callahan, Michael V.; et al. (2 March 2016). "Zika Virus: Medical Countermeasure Development Challenges". PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. 10 (3): e0004530. doi:10.1371/journal.pntd.0004530. ISSN 1935-2735. 29. Symptoms, Diagnosis, & Treatment". Zika virus. Atlanta: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. 3 March 2016. Retrieved 4 March 2016. 30. Ibid. 31. "CDC Concludes Zika Causes Microcephaly and Other Birth Defects". CDC. 13 April 2016. Retrieved 14 April 2016. 32. Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Washington State: Technical Summaries for Decision Makers, Climate Impacts Group, University of Washington, December 2013, pp. 12-1 - 12-6. Available at: http://cses.washington.edu/db/pdf/snoveretalsok816.pdf 33. Ibid. 12-1. 34. Bethel, J. et al. 2013. Human health: Impacts and adaptation. Chapter 7 in M.N. Dalton, P.W. Mote, and A.K. Snover (eds.) Climate Change in the Northwest: Implications for Our Landscapes, Waters, and Communities, Washington D.C.: Island Press. 35. Ibid. 32,12-1. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 222 September 2016 Figures - PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PH-1 Washington Immunization Rates vs Goals Tables - PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY PH-1 Pandemic Flu History PH-2 Immunization Coverage for Jefferson County as of 12/31/2015 PH-3 Summary of Projected Climate Change and Related Human Health Impacts Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 223 September 2016 TORNADO1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Tornadoes are the most violent weather phenomena known. They are characterized by funnel clouds of varying sizes that generate winds as fast as 500 miles per hour. They can affect an area of ¼ to ¾ of a mile and seldom more than 16 miles long. 2 Impacts and Effects: • Death • Severe Injury • Destruction Previous Occurrences: Table TN-1, below, shows that there have only been 7 tornadoes recorded in Jefferson County since 1950. During all that time, there has been only one injury. Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tornado Table TN-1. Recorded Tornado Events in Jefferson County Washington since 1950 Date Location Force Death(s) Injuries Distance 12/12/1969 Brinnon F3 0 1 27 11/24/1970 Port Townsend F2 0 0 27 04/09/1991 Brinnon F0 0 0 13 06/11/2001 Brinnon F0 0 0 19 06/05/2004 Port Townsend F0 0 0 26 05/18/2005 Port Townsend F1 0 0 25 01/18/2015 Brinnon EF1 0 0 28 Probability of Future Events: Extremely Low – Severe windstorms are far more likely than tornados.3 Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for tornadoes for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 3.1, which is the lowest risk rating for all natural hazards that Jefferson County has seen. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 224 September 2016 Definition Tornadoes are the most violent weather phenomena known. They are characterized by funnel clouds of varying sizes that generate winds as fast as 500 miles per hour. They can affect an area of ¼ to ¾ of a mile and seldom more than 16 miles long. Tornadoes normally descend from the large cumulonimbus clouds that characterize severe thunderstorms. They form when a strong crosswind (sheer) intersects with strong warm updrafts in these clouds causing a slowly spinning vortex to form within a cloud. Eventually, this vortex may develop intensity and then descend to form a funnel cloud. When this funnel cloud touches the ground or gets close enough to the ground to affect the surface it becomes a tornado. Tornadoes can come from lines of cumulonimbus clouds or from a single storm cloud. Up until 2007, tornadoes were measured using the Fujita-Pearson Scale ranging from F0 to F5 (Figure TN-1).4 Table TN-2 shows the Fujita-Pearson Scale and it criteria. Since 2007, the “Enhanced” Fujita Scale (EF) has been used to estimate the scale of a tornado based on 28 criteria. Table TN-2 shows the equivalence of the Fajita and the Enhanced Fajita scale. Table TN-3 presents the 28 criteria with which to evaluate a tornado’s destructive force. Figure TN-1 - THE FUJITA-PEARSON SCALE4 The National Weather Service scales tornadoes by intensity on a scale of zero to five on the Fujita-Pearson scale which include: F-0. Light damage. Wind up to 72 mph. Some damage to chimneys; breaks branches off trees; pushes over shallow-rooted trees; damages sign boards. F-1. Moderate damage. Wind 73 to 112 mph. The lower limit is the beginning of hurricane wind speed; peels surface off roofs; mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned; moving autos pushed off the roads; attached garages may be destroyed. F-2. Considerable damage. Wind 113 to 157 mph. Roof torn off frame houses; mobile homes demolished; boxcars overturned; large trees snapped or uprooted; light-object missiles generated; cars lifted off ground. F-3. Severe damage. Wind 158 to 206 mph. Roof and some walls torn off well-constructed houses; trains overturned; most trees in forest uprooted. F-4. Devastating damage. Wind 207 to 260 mph. Well-constructed houses leveled; structures with weak foundations blown off some distance; cars thrown and large missiles generated. F-5. Incredible damage. Wind above 261 mph. Strong frame houses lifted off foundations and carried considerable distances to disintegrate; automobile sized missiles fly through the air in excess of 100 meters; trees debarked; steel-reinforced concrete structures badly damaged. F-6 to F12. Toast City. Exponentially increasing force that was originally proposed as from 319 mph to Mach 1, the speed of sound. The maximum wind speeds of tornadoes are not expected to reach F6, therefore the public is generally unaware of this part of the scale. We would expect “Sharknado” before having an F6 or greater storm. The “Enhanced” Fujita Scale simply makes the top end of the F-5 scale open-ended. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 225 September 2016 History of Tornadoes in Jefferson County Jefferson County does not have a record of significant tornado activity. Generally, the Northwest lacks the big thunderstorms that spawn tornadoes. From the period 1880 through 2012, there have been no “officially” recorded tornadoes in Jefferson County.5 Yet, we have documentation of tornadoes occurring from 1969 thru 2015, albeit infrequently. We have no explanation for the divergence in agreement of sources. Washington state usually experiences one to two tornadoes each year. In 2004, however, there were nine, while in 2007 none were reported. Wind patterns in Jefferson County are broken up by the Olympics, thus mitigating tornado spawning conditions.6 Table TN-2. The Fujita Scale vs the Enhanced Fujita Scale. FUJITA SCALE DERIVED EF SCALE OPERATIONAL EF SCALE F Number Fastest 1/4- mile (mph) 3 Second Gust (mph) EF Number 3 Second Gust (mph) EF Number 3 Second Gust (mph) 0 40-72 45-78 0 65-85 0 65-85 1 73-112 79-117 1 86-109 1 86-110 2 113-157 118-161 2 110-137 2 111-135 3 158-207 162-209 3 138-167 3 136-165 4 208-260 210-261 4 168-199 4 166-200 5 261-318 262-317 5 200-234 5 Over 200 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 226 September 2016 Table TN-3 - Enhanced Fujita Scale Damage Indicator NUMBER DAMAGE INDICATOR ABBREVIATION 1 Small barns, farm outbuildings SBO 2 One- or two-family residences FR12 3 Single-wide mobile home (MHSW) MHSW 4 Double-wide mobile home MHDW 5 Apt, condo, townhouse (3 stories or less) ACT 6 Motel M 7 Masonry apt. or motel MAM 8 Small retail bldg. (fast food) SRB 9 Small professional (doctor office, branch bank) SPB 10 Strip mall SM 11 Large shopping mall LSM 12 Large, isolated ("big box") retail bldg. LIRB 13 Automobile showroom ASR 14 Automotive service building ASB 15 School - 1-story elementary (interior or exterior halls) ES 16 School - jr. or sr. high school JHSH 17 Low-rise (1-4 story) bldg. LRB 18 Mid-rise (5-20 story) bldg. MRB 19 High-rise (over 20 stories) HRB 20 Institutional bldg. (hospital, govt. or university) IB 21 Metal building system MBS 22 Service station canopy SSC 23 Warehouse (tilt-up walls or heavy timber) WHB 24 Transmission line tower TLT 25 Free-standing tower FST 26 Free standing pole (light, flag, luminary) FSP 27 Tree - hardwood TH 28 Tree - softwood TS Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 227 September 2016 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Tornadoes are not normal occurrence in the Northwest the way they are in the Midwest. Tornadoes require a confluence of warm surface temperatures and warm fronts coming from the south with cold fronts coming from the north. Northwest climates do not normally generate the temperature variations conducive to tornado formation. Washington is ranked 43 in the US for total number of tornadoes. Nonetheless, the tornado threat should be taken very seriously. The conditions conducive to tornado formation can develop in Northwest Washington, although it is not common for funnel clouds to be reported in this region. During severe thunderstorms, it is possible for tornadoes to occur.7 Tornadoes in Washington tend to be light or moderate, with winds ranging from 40 to 112 mph. There are a notable minority of tornadoes that cause significant to severe damage with winds going as high as 200 mph. The peak season for tornadoes is April through July. However, in Washington tornadoes may occur in the late summer months and, in a few rare cases, may occur in the winter months. While tornadoes are sometimes formed in association with large Pacific storms, most of them are caused by intense local thunderstorms. Tornadoes almost exclusively occur in the late afternoon and early evening. Normally, Pacific Northwest tornadoes are moderate but it is possible for serious tornadoes to develop, causing death and serious injury. Typically, tornadoes may cause severe damage to everything in their path. Walls collapse, roofs are ripped off, trees and power lines are destroyed. The challenge is that tornadoes, especially in the Northwest, are very difficult to predict and their onset is sudden. Unlike the tornado-prone areas in the plains states, there is little awareness of the tornado threat and the forecasting and warning systems are less well developed. It is extremely rare for a tornado watch or warning to be issued anywhere in the Northwest. As such, there is little public awareness of the warning systems and self-protection measures common to the tornado prone states. Climate Change At this point in time, there is too much variability in wind speeds and storm events and too short of wind time series to be able to make projections of climate changes effect on the intensity or patterns of winds in the region.8 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 228 September 2016 Figures TN-2 and TN-3 contain provisional data released on November 14, 2016 by the NOAA National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center9,10. They show that the recent trend nationally is for fewer tornados. Figure TN-2 – United States Annual Trends of LSR Tornados9 Figure TN-3 – U.S. Inflation Adjusted Annual Tornado Trend and Percentile Rank10 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 229 September 2016 Since we now have a 24-7 news cycle and since threatening weather is good for ratings, news media pump up the coverage of storms and tornados, often giving the impression that events are going to be worse than they turn out to be. Just prior to October 15, 2016, the media hyped a “mega-storm” that was to have 150 mph winds to hit the Seattle area on October 15, 201611. There is anecdotal evidence that some local stations kept on promoting how bad the storm was going to be – even after they had word from the NWS that the threat was mitigating. Mega-storm packing 150 mph winds and 50-foot waves set to pummel West Coast Source: medium.com Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 230 September 2016 Conclusion Emergency response agencies should not be taken by surprise by a tornado in Jefferson County. While violent tornadoes are not a characteristic of the Northwest Washington climate, the weather systems that may generate tornadoes appear regularly. Emergency response agencies and emergency management officials should be prepared for the rapid notification of the public and for the efficient management of a mass casualty incident, and the prioritization of debris clearance. Figure TN-4 - Results of an EF-6 – EF-12 Tornado12,13,14 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 231 September 2016 References - TORNADO 1. “Tornado”, Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, HIVA – Part 2 Section 2.4.11, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2008. 2. Clark County Washington Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis, Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency, 2003. 3. Severe Storm, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.7, 2014, p.6. http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Severe_Storm_Hazard%20profile.pdf 4. Fujita Tornado Damage Scale, Fujita, T. Theodore, University of Chicago, 1971. Source: Storm Prediction Center, NOAA. Available at: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/faq/tornado/f-scale.html 5. “Washington Tornadoes 1880 – 2000”, The Tornado Project, St. Johnsbury, Vermont. http:/www.tornadoproject.com/alltorns/watorn.htm (This table has been modified by the originator so that it now goes from 1950 thru 2012.) 6. “Seven Washington Tornadoes: What’s Up with That?”, Wyatt, Susan, King5.com, June 7, 2004 7. Severe Storm, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.7, 2014. http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Severe_Storm_Hazard%20profile.pdf 8. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. 38. Available: www.noprcd.org 9. United States Annual Trends of LSR Tornados, NOAA-NWS, November 14, 2016. Available at: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/wcm/torngraph-big.png 10. U.S. Inflation Adjusted Annual Tornado Trend and Percentile Rank, NOAA-NWS, November 14, 2016. Available at: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/wcm/adj.html 11. Mega-storm packing 150 mph winds and 50-foot waves set to pummel West Coast, https://medium.com/@hul10/mega-storm-packing-150-mph-winds-and-50-foot-waves-set-to- pummel-west-coast-78ee7a56ca6c#.9vdoeerzv 12. Sharknado Movie Poster, Accessed August 10, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharknado 13. Sharknado2 Movie Poster, Accessed August 10, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharknado_2:_The_Second_One 14. Sharknado3 Movie Poster, Accessed August 10, 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sharknado_3:_Oh_Hell_No! Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 232 September 2016 Tables - TORNADO TN-1 Recorded Tornado Events in Jefferson County Since 1950, Compiled by Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, August 2016. TN-2 Fujita vs Enhanced Fujita Scale, Storm Prediction Center, NOAA, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/faq/tornado/ef-scale.html TN-3 Enhanced Fujita Scale Damage Indicator, Storm Prediction Center, NOAA, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/faq/tornado/ef-scale.html Figures - TORNADO TN-1 Fujita Tornado Damage Scale, Fujita, T. Theodore, University of Chicago, 1971. Source: Storm Prediction Center, NOAA. Available at: http://www.spc.noaa.gov/faq/tornado/f- scale.html TN-2 United States Annual Trends of LSR Tornados TN-3 U.S. Inflation Adjusted Annual Tornado Trend and Percentile Rank TN-4 “Results of an EF-6 to EF-12 Tornado”, Sharknado Movie Posters to break up the monotony of reviewing 600+ pages. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 233 September 2016 TSUNAMI / SEICHE1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Tsunamis are wave trains, or series of waves, generated in a body of water by an impulsive disturbance including earthquakes, subaqueous or terrestrial landslides impacting water bodies, or volcanoes. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of property • Damage to critical transportation infrastructure • Damage or loss of recreation facilities • Disruption of utilities • Loss of jobs due to damaged equipment and facilities Previous Occurrences: Geologic evidence shows that the Jefferson County area around Discovery Bay and the City of Port Townsend have experienced at least 7 major inundations in the last 3500 years2. Probability of Future Events: High – Minor tsunamis have been documented every few years. There are several know faults and subduction zones capable of generating major tsunamis as part of an underwater subsidence. Natural Hazard Risk Rating: The average natural hazard risk rating for tsunamis for all districts in Jefferson County was estimated at 10.45, which would be considered low. Districts with water boundaries, however, consistently rate the risk at 40, which, while moderate, is among the highest ratings given for anything in Jefferson County. Figure TS-1 Olympic Peninsula Tsunami Inundation Zones at 100’ and 600’3 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 234 September 2016 Definition: Tsunamis are wave trains, or series of waves, generated in a body of water by an impulsive disturbance including earthquakes, subaqueous or terrestrial landslides impacting water bodies, or volcanoes. Tsunami waves, often incorrectly described as tidal waves, are extremely destructive to life and property. Imperceptible on the open ocean, they can travel at velocities of up to 1000 km/h. Tsunami waves are usually 100 or more miles from crest to crest and can reach heights of up to 30 meters. They can traverse the entire 12,000 to 14,000 miles of the Pacific Ocean in 20 to 25 hours, striking with virtual undiminished force on coastal areas4. A seiche is the formation of standing waves in water body, due to wave formation and subsequent reflections from the ends. A seiche may be incited by earthquake motions, impulsive winds over the surface, or wave motions entering the basin5. A tsunami generated along the South Whidbey Island earthquake fault could send a wave directly into Port Townsend Bay, where it would wrap around the bay and create a seiche. History of Tsunamis in Jefferson County The Washington coast, including the coastal areas of Jefferson County, experienced a large tsunami following the 1964 Alaskan earthquake; however, no deaths were reported in this state. As recently as March 2011, a tsunami warning was issued for the Washington coast due to the Tohoku earthquake in Japan, which created a tsunami that did reach our coast. Research indicates that an earthquake on the west coast of America at 21:00 on January 26, 1700 caused a tsunami in Japan that killed thousands of people. Local evidence now indicates that the same tsunami damaged the west coast of Jefferson County and the lowlands of Grays Harbor and Pacific counties. This was caused by an estimated 9.0+ undersea earthquake along the Cascadia Subduction Zone, which can happen again. The event, called a megathrust earthquake, created a large tsunami that crossed the Pacific Ocean and inundated Japanese villages without the shaking warning they were used to having. The Japanese documented the event, thus allowing us to get the exact time of arrival of the wave in Japan and to back calculate when the earthquake occurred on Washington coast6. At the time of the “1700 Tsunami”, there were only native and early explorer civilizations in the areas inundated in Washington. Today, there are billions of dollars of property and millions of people that could be directly affected. Seafloor core evidence indicates that there have been forty-one subduction zone earthquakes on the Cascadia subduction zone in the past 10,000 years, suggesting a general average earthquake recurrence interval of only 243 years.7 Of these 41, nineteen have produced a "full margin rupture," wherein the entire fault opens up.8 There is also evidence of accompanying tsunamis with every earthquake. One strong line of evidence for these earthquakes is convergent timings for fossil damage from tsunamis in the Pacific Northwest and historical Japanese records of tsunamis.9 Table TS-1 provides the approximate dates of the tsunami events occurring from Cascadia ruptures in the last 3500 years10. The interval ranges were from about 200 to 900 years with an average of about 500 years. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 235 September 2016 The Washington State Emergency Operations Center was activated on June 9, 1996 after the Alaska Tsunami Warning Center issued a Tsunami Watch for the Washington coast and Puget Sound. An earthquake of 7.5 near Adak, Alaska generated a seismic wave of 2.5 feet. The state EOC returned to normal operations on the same date after the Tsunami Warning Center determined there was no threat to Washington State. Although not a common occurrence, the history indicates that the potential for tsunamis exists for coastal areas and areas along the Strait of Juan de Fuca. The Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has been activated multiple times to monitor for distant tsunamis from under sea earthquakes near Japan and along the South American coast. The Japanese earthquake at Honshu on March 11, 2011, created a massive tsunami in Japan, but also generated a distant tsunami that hit the Washington coast, including Port Townsend and Fort Worden State Park beaches. As the EOC tracked the tsunami across the Pacific, the City Manager gave orders to evacuate the vulnerable population of the Admiralty Apartments, a low-income residence on the Port Townsend waterfront. The tsunami wave did hit the Washington coast and Port Townsend, but, fortunately, was less than a meter high at its highest spot. Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment The Pacific coastal areas and inland waters on the Strait of Juan de Fuca are the most vulnerable to tsunamis generated at a distance or by a local subduction zone earthquake. Distant tsunamis are those that originate so far away that residents of Jefferson County cannot feel the shaking of the earthquake that creates the wave. In most cases, nearby tsunamis will give warning by the shaking of the earthquake creating the wave; in some cases, though, the wave can be generated by a landslide and may not be heard or felt. Damaging tsunamis striking the Pacific Northwest coast over the past century were generated by distant earthquakes located far across the Pacific basin. These tsunamis are distinguished from earthquakes near the coast, termed local tsunamis. Figure TS-2 shows how long it takes a tsunami to reach the Washington coast from across the ocean13. Typically, the Port Townsend coastline and Port Townsend Bay have about 90 minutes before a wave hits once it enters the Strait of Juan de Fuca. A tsunami wave generated by the rupture of the Cascadia fault, off the coast of Washington, will take approximately two hours to reach the Port Townsend area – depending on how and where the rupture occurred. A distant tsunami, such as was generated by the Honshu earthquake, can take seven or eight hours or more to reach Washington’s coast. Table TS-1 Recurrence of the “Great Earthquakes” in Washington State Estimated Year of Occurrence Return Interval 2005 Source11 2003 Source12 Years 1440 – 1340 BCE 1150 -1220 BCE Unknown 980 - 890 BCE 910 – 780 BCE 250 660 – 440 BCE 610 – 450 BCE 400 350 – 420 CE 250 – 320 CE 910 690 – 730 CE 550 – 750 CE 330 780 – 1190 CE 880 – 960 CE 210 9:00 pm, January 26 1700 (NS) 780 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 236 September 2016 Figure TS-2 Tsunami ETA Calculator Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management The Jefferson County Risk Report estimates that an earthquake in the Puget Sound along the Seattle fault could generate a tsunami that would reach Port Townsend in twenty (20) minutes.14 On the other hand, a rupture of the South Whidbey Island Fault or a landslide into the sea from Whidbey Island could cause a significant tsunami that would reach Port Townsend or the Fort Worden beaches in minutes. People on the beaches would still be picking themselves up off the ground when the wave hit. The South Whidbey Island fault is mid-way between Port Townsend and Whidbey Island, a distance of about one and a half miles. Figure TS-3 shows the location of the South Whidbey Island Fault15. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 237 September 2016 Figure TS-3 South Whidbey Island Fault15 Source: Insurance Owl.com It should be noted that all of Port Townsend, half of Marrowstone Island, and the Naval Magazine at Indian Island are all with Zone VIII, that of the most severe intensity. The land surrounding Discovery Bay and both ends of the Hood Canal Bridge are in Zone VII, “Very Strong” shaking. These have the potential to send debris laden tsunamis down Discovery Bay to take out U.S. Hwy 101 and a power substation, and down the Hood Canal to take out the Hood Canal Bridge. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 238 September 2016 The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has documented notable tsunamis that have occurred in Washington (Figure TS-4), and is working to model the coastlines for tsunami hazard16. Figure TS-4 - Notable Tsunamis in Washington16 Source: WA DNR Website The Cascadia Subduction Zone Tsunami Generator17 The Cascadia subduction zone is an oceanic tectonic plate (the Juan de Fuca plate—the edge is indicated here by the Juan de Fuca Ridge) that is being pulled and driven (i.e. subducted) beneath a continental plate (the North American plate). Earthquakes along the fault that is the contact between the two plates, termed the interplate thrust or megathrust, may generate local tsunamis in the Pacific Northwest. Except for the 1992 Cape Mendocino earthquake at the southernmost part of the subduction zone, there have been no major earthquakes on the megathrust in historic time. Some geologists offer that the Cascadia subduction zone is poised between major earthquakes. Therefore, the possibility exists that local tsunamis may someday accompany a major earthquake along the Cascadia megathrust. Pacific coastal areas and inland waters on the Strait of Juan de Fuca are the most vulnerable to tsunamis generated at a distance or by a local subduction zone earthquake. As a tsunami leaves the deep water of the open ocean and travels into the shallower water near the coast, it transforms. A tsunami travels at a speed that is related to the water depth - hence, as the water depth decreases, the tsunami slows. The tsunami's energy flux, which is dependent on both its wave speed and wave height, remains nearly constant. Consequently, as the tsunami's speed diminishes as it travels into shallower water, its height grows. Because of this shoaling effect, a tsunami, imperceptible at sea, may grow Source: washington.edu Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 239 May 2017 to be several meters or more in height near the coast. When it finally reaches the coast, a tsunami may appear as a rapidly rising or falling tide or a series of breaking waves. A tsunami generated by a Cascadian Subduction Zone earthquake directly off the coast of Washington State, could arrive in less than a half hour. Tsunami waves from a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake located off the shore of Northern California or Northern British Columbia may reach the coast of Washington State in an hour or less. Puget Sound is vulnerable to tsunamis generated by local crustal earthquakes or by submarine landslides triggered by earthquakes. Wave oscillations in enclosed or semi-enclosed bodies of water are called seiches. Seiches are caused by earthquake induced land surface waves that generate oscillations in bodies of water, resulting in fluctuations of the water levels causing sloshing from one end to the other. In 1891, an earthquake centered near Port Angeles caused eight-foot waves in Lake Washington. The death and damage that can be inflicted by a tsunami is notable. The wave action is destructive in itself, however floating debris left after the wave can continue batter coastline structures and development. Boats moored in harbors and marinas often are swamped and sunk, or are destroyed and stranded on the shore. Breakwaters and piers collapse. Storage tanks situated near the waterfront are vulnerable. Port facilities, fishing fleets, and public utilities are frequently the backbone of the economy of the affected areas, and these are the very resources that generally receive the most severe damage. Until debris can be cleared, wharves and piers rebuilt, utilities restored, and the fishing fleets reconstituted, communities may find themselves without fuel, food and employment. Wherever water transport is a vital means of supply and economic sustainment, disruption of coastal and inland seaports can have far reaching economic effects. Tsunami effects on fishing, mollusks, shore plants and marine and land organisms can be devastating. In addition to the enormous direct destruction caused by the waves themselves, salt water can invade coastal lakes and destroy, at least temporarily the fresh water habitat. Jefferson County’s ocean coastal areas have many miles of cliffs and high banks that slow or retard wave inundation. Lower elevation lands of river and stream outlets, however, do have small communities near their banks. Port Townsend: The National Tsunami Hazard Mitigation Program’s Center for Tsunami Inundation Mapping Efforts has developed tsunami models to help jurisdictions along the Southern Washington Coast, and Port Angeles and Port Townsend prepare evacuation plans for a future tsunami. The models use a moment magnitude 9.1 earthquake on the Cascadia Subduction Zone off the Washington coast as the generator of the tsunami. Figure TS-5, below, shows the inundation zone and evacuation routes for the Port Townsend area. City Hall and half of the grocery and hardware stores, and two power substations are within the Port Townsend zone18. The police station used to be, but was moved out of the tsunami zone in 2009 with the aid of a FEMA Hazard Mitigation grant. Projects covering these areas have identified at-risk communities (all census designated and incorporated places within one kilometer of the coast) and developed arrival times and wave elevations for them. For communities on the outer coast, the first wave crest is predicted to arrive between 30 and 60 minutes after the earthquake; in Willapa Bay and Grays Harbor, the first crest is not expected to arrive for more than an hour. Significant flooding can occur before the first wave crest because a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake is expected to lower the ground surface along the coast. Flooding of areas less than six feet above tide stage Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 240 May 2017 is expected immediately. Maximum flooding depth and extent will depend on tide height at the time of tsunami arrival. Figure TS-5 Port Townsend Inundation Zones and Evacuation Routes18 Source: Washington State DNR Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 241 May 2017 For the Port Angeles and Port Townsend areas, the crest of the first wave is expected within 90 minutes of the earthquake, with significant flooding before the crest. West Jefferson County: Jefferson County’s west end consists of about 27 miles of open ocean frontage, small unincorporated towns, and two Indian tribes: the Quileute and the Hoh. Modeling of the Cascadia fault suggests that tsunami waves in excess of thirty feet high could inundate the shoreline. The Hoh Tribe of Indians have the most vulnerable community with approximately 110 individuals, many of which are still in the inundation zone at the mouth of the Hoh River. They have been working diligently to acquire elevated land around the perimeter of the reservation in order to move their community center and emergency facilities to high ground to give tribe members a place to go during a tsunami emergency. Figures TS-6 and TS-7 show the recognized tsunami inundation zone for the Hoh Tribe and the Queets area on the Pacific coast19,20. Figure TS-6 Hoh Inundation Zone and Evacuation Routes19 Source: Washington State DNR Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 242 May 2017 Figure TS-7 Queets Inundation Zone and Evacuation Routes20 Source: Washington State DNR THE COST OF A CASCADIA-GENERATED TSUNAMI The Risk Report for Jefferson County contains the assessment of the value of buildings that will be damaged or destroyed in a tsunami generated by a Cascadia M9 earthquake. Table TS-2 provides the estimate of buildings and their value in the tsunami zone.21 While a good way to compare against other areas, such as Port Angeles to understand relative vulnerability, it grossly understates the cost of the tsunami. The simulation scenario values buildings because it can, but it does not factor in that a significant portion of the county’s economic engine is within the tsunami zone, along with 1/3 of Port Townsend’s grocery stores, three-quarters of its financial institutions, a power sub-station, and city hall. The time to recover and the cost of recovery will dwarf the value of the buildings damaged. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 243 May 2017 Table TS-2 - Building Exposure to a Cascadia M9 Earthquake-generated Tsunami Along the Jefferson County Coast21 Source: Risk Report for Jefferson County Figures TS-9 and TS-10 overlay buildings in the predicted tsunami inundation zone for Port Townsend and vicinity and for the Hoh Tribal area with a “red tide” showing the projected limits of the tsunami.22,23 As of 2015, modeling suggested a maximum of about 7 meters or nearly 23 feet. The two bulges at top and bottom in the middle of the city map are China Lake and Kai Tai Lagoon, respectively. They are at sea level, but San Juan Avenue, which connects them in a straight line has a peak height of twenty-two feet, based on USGS topographic maps. If the tsunami wave height prediction is light, the wave could cut the city in two, taking out the Blue Heron Elementary School along the way. Why could it be light? The simulations are based on an M9 earthquake on the Cascadia fault; nothing says such a subduction zone earthquake couldn’t be of a stronger magnitude. FIGURE TS-9 – PORT TOWNSEND BUILDING INUNDATION IN A SIMULATED CASCADIA M9 EARTHQUAKE-GENERATED TSUNAMI22 Source: Risk Report for Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 244 May 2017 FIGURE TS-10 – HOH TRIBE BUILDING INUNDATION IN A SIMULATED CASCADIA M9 EARTHQUAKE-GENERATED TSUNAMI23 Source: Risk Report for Jefferson County A LESSON LEARNED FROM THE TOHOKU TSUNAMI (2011) Jefferson County evacuation zones have been predicated on high ground being at 50 feet or higher. The latest inundation map (Figure TS-10, 2015) from WA DNR ends with wave heights at seven meters, about 23 feet.24 Figure TS-11 and the accompanying text from the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network show wave heights of the Tohoku Japan generated by an earthquake of magnitude similar to what we expect from a Cascadia Subduction Zone rupture. In some locations, wave heights reached 40.5 meters or 133 feet, overtopping three story buildings designated as safe for vertical evacuation.25 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 245 May 2017 FIGURE TS-10 - PORT TOWNSEND INUNDATION ZONE – 201524 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 246 May 2017 “The Tohoku Japan M 9.1 earthquake on Friday, March 11th, 2011 provided horrifying images to the world of great waves smashing through the best coastal defenses in the world and into the heart of coastal cities. The tsunami in Miyako swirled over the top of three story buildings designated as safe for vertical evacuation. Although the map shows “more than 8.5m”, the maximum wave height in Miyako was reported as reaching 40.5 meters or 133 feet. The flooded Fukashima nuclear power plant lost its primary and secondary power systems that lead to the possibly the worst nuclear catastrophe since World War II. Japanese scientists made a serious mistake in thinking that a few hundred years of history defined the limit of how large earthquakes in the Japan Trench subduction zone could get. The consensus reached was less than M8.5; the "Great East Japan Earthquake" is estimated to have been a M 9.1. Evidence of a large tsunami in the year 869 C.E. had not yet been incorporated into the hazard assesments.25” FIGURE TS-11 - TOHOKU TSUNAMI WAVE HEIGHTS25 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 247 May 2017 SPECIAL DISTRICT CONSIDERATIONS As with many major natural hazards, the occurrence of one often cascades into a series of calamities that exacerbates the circumstances and the ability of the area to recover. The Port of Port Townsend has unique exposure above and beyond the issues that the rest of the County’s coastline has. Most of the Port’s assets are coastal in nature, ranging from marinas to one of two working Victorian seaports in the county, the other being on the East Coast. One assumes that the boats that are moored in the marinas and harbor are at risk for tsunamis. A significant wave can lift vessels and drop them in the roadways. In Port Townsend, this could result in the closing of SR20 until the debris was pushed to the side or removed. Debris in a tsunami wave can also severely damage the Ferry docks and the Hood Canal Bridge, thus nearly turning the Olympic Peninsula into an island. For the Port, however, there are seasonal considerations, too. In August, there is a Wooden Boat Festival that draws 20,000 visitors to the Port Townsend area (pop. 9,600), many in their own wooden boats. The Port Townsend Harbor is thick with boats and vulnerable to a significant tsunami. In the Whidbey Island Fault scenario, there would only be minutes before a tsunami generated by a Magnitude 7 earthquake would hit the harbor and cause a seiche that would scour the coastline. The stealth issue for the Port, however, is fire. During the Autumn and Winter, live-aboards often leave kerosene heaters on in the boat while they are on-shore. Even a small tsunami can lift the boats to such a degree that the mooring lines cause the boats to tilt and tip over the burning kerosene heaters, thus causing the boats to catch fire. It is the nightmare scenario that multiple boats are tipped and the marina at Boat Haven becomes a conflagration – particularly in the dark of winter when it is difficult to see into the dark waters around the boats. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 248 May 2017 CONCLUSION Jefferson County is considered one of the most at-risk counties for tsunamis in Washington (Figure TS-12)26. Figure TS-12 Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Tsunamis26 Source: Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan Tsunami damage can be minimized through land use planning, preparation, and evacuation. Tsunamis tend to impact the same localities over and over again. Therefore, if tsunamis have damaged an area before, they are likely to do so again. One choice is to avoid living in or using areas with significant tsunami hazard. Alternatively, communities can review land use in these areas so that no critical facilities, such as hospitals and police stations, or high occupancy buildings, such as auditoriums or schools, or petroleum-storage tanks are located where there is tsunami hazard. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 249 May 2017 If warning is received early enough (two to five hours) which is possible for tsunamis generated at a distance, preventative action can be taken. People can be evacuated; ships can clear harbors or seek a safe anchorage; equipment and vehicles can be moved; and buildings can be boarded up and sandbagged. The time from initiation of an earthquake to a tsunami for local earthquakes, however may be only a few minutes to at most a little more than an hour. Residents in areas susceptible to tsunamis should be made aware of the need to seek high ground if they feel strong shaking. Coastal communities should identify evacuation routes even if they do not have good information about potential inundation areas. Standard signs have been adopted for use throughout tsunami prone areas on the west coast. These signs have been posted along highways, beach areas, and campgrounds. Brochures with information on tsunamis have also been provided to these areas. The U.S. West Coast/Alaska Tsunami Warning Center (WC/ATWC) was established in Palmer, Alaska in 1967 as a direct result of the great Alaskan earthquake that occurred in Prince William Sound on March 27, 1964. Since 1986, it has taken the Center an average of 10 minutes to get a warning out to potentially affected areas. Messages are composed automatically based on earthquake location and are sent to National Weather Service (NWS) offices. The NWS offices forward the message to NOAA Weather Radio, the Emergency Alert System, the Emergency Managers Weather Information Network, and other communication systems available to the public and media. Coastal areas ranging from Cape Flattery to Long Beach can now receive weather and emergency alert warning information for a radio transmitter site on Mt. Octopus in West Jefferson County. This weather radio site is predicted to help save lives and alert property owners of wind, wave and storm conditions. The Mt. Octopus radio transmitter will also provide residents and visitors critical warnings in case of tsunamis generated by distant earthquakes in the Pacific area. Photo by Bob Hamlin A transmitter, called AHAB (All Hazard Alert Broadcast), installed at the Port Townsend Boat Haven will also provide information on tsunamis, local weather warnings, and other appropriate emergency warning information for the Port Townsend area. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 250 May 2017 References – TSUNAMI / SEICHE 1. “Tsunami / Seiche”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 38-41. 2. Field trip with Dr. Brian Atwater to South Discovery Bay for the edification of Emergency Management personnel. Core samples were taken and seven distinctive inundations noted. Circa 2007. 3. Olympic Peninsula Tsunami Inundation Zones at 100’ and 600’, Zetatalk.com, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://zetatalk.com/ning/06no009.jpg 4. Ibid. 1,38. 5. Ibid. 6. “1700 Cascadia Earthquake”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1700_Cascdia_earthquake 7. “Cascadia Subduction Zone”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016.. The following article cited: Schulz, Kathryn (July 20, 2015). "The Really Big One: An earthquake will destroy a sizable portion of the coastal Northwest. The question is when.". The New Yorker. Retrieved July 14, 2015. 8. Ibid. The following article cited: Jerry Thompson (13 March 2012). "The Giant, Underestimated Earthquake Threat to North America". Discover Magazine. Retrieved 15 July 2015. 9. Ibid. The following paper was cited: "The Orphan Tsunami of 1700—Japanese Clues to a Parent Earthquake in North America" (PDF). Retrieved 2008-05-06. USGS Professional Paper 1707 10. Ibid. “Earthquake Timing”. 11. Ibid. The following paper was cited: Brian F Atwater; Musumi-Rokkaku Satoko; Satake Kenji; Tsuji Yoshinobu; Ueda Kazue; David K Yamaguchi (2005). The Orphan Tsunami of 1700 — Japanese Clues to a Parent Earthquake in North America (PDF) (U.S. Geological Survey Professional Paper 1707 ed.). 12. Ibid. The following paper was cited: Brian F Atwater; Martitia P Tuttle; Eugene S Schweig; Charles M Rubin; David K Yamaguchi; Eileen Hemphill-Haley (2003). "Earthquake Recurrence Inferred from Paleoseismology" (PDF). Developments in Quaternary Science. Elsevier BV. 1. Figures 10 and 11 (pp 341, 342); article pp 331-350. doi:10.1016/S1571-0866(03)01015-7. ISSN 1571-0866. Retrieved 2011-03-15. 13. “Tsunami ETA Calculator”, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Pacific%20Tsunami%20ETA%20calculations.GIF 14. Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, FEMA, WADNR, WAECY, RiskMAP, and Resilienceaction Partners, January 2016, p. 21. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 251 May 2017 15. Derived from the South Whidbey Island Fault, Insurance Owl website, accessed August 2016. http://www.insuranceowl.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/South-Whidbey-Island-Fault.png 16. “Tsunamis in Washington”, Geological Hazards, Washington Department of Natural Resources website, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://wa-dnr.s3.amazonaws.com/pictures/ger/ger_tsunamis_overview.png 17. Ibid. 1,39. 18. “Evacuation Routes for Port Townsend and Vicinity”, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Brochure, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://file.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_tsunami_evac_port_townsend.pdf 19. “Hoh Inundation Zones and Evacuation Routes”, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Brochure, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://file.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_tsunami_evac_hoh.pdf 20. “The Village of Queets Inundation Zones and Evacuation Routes”, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Brochure, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://file.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_tsunamu_evac_queets_general.pdf 21. Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, FEMA, WSDNR, WSECY, RiskMAP, and Resilienceaction Partners, January 2016, p.22. 22. Ibid., 23. 23. Ibid. 24. “Port Townsend Inundation Zone – 2015”,by Tim Walsh, Washington Department of Natural Resources, Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Port%20Townsend%20S1%20maximum.JPG 25. “Tohoku Observed Tsunami Heights”, PNSN Outreach, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://pnsn.org/outreach/hazard-maps-and-scenarios/eq-hazard-maps/tsunami 26. “Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Tsunamis”, Tsunami Profile, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Tab 5.9, September 2012, p. 18. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Tsunami_Hazard_Profile.pdf Tables - TSUNAMI / SEICHE TS-1 Recurrence of the “Great Earthquakes” in Washington State TS-2 Building Exposure to a Cascadia M9 Earthquake-generated Tsunami along the Jefferson County Coast Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 252 May 2017 Figures - TSUNAMI / SEICHE TS-1 Olympic Peninsula Tsunami Inundation Zones at 100’ and 600’ TS-2 Tsunami ETA Calculator TS-3 South Whidbey Island Fault TS-4 Notable Tsunamis in Washington TS-5 Port Townsend Tsunami Inundation Zone / Evacuation Routes TS-6 Hoh Tsunami Inundation Zone / Evacuation Routes TS-7 Queets Tsunami Inundation Zone / Evacuation Routes TS-8 Inundated Port Townsend Structures for a Cascadia-generated Tsunami (Simulation) TS-9 Inundated Hoh Tribe Structures for a Cascadia-generated Tsunami (Simulation) TS-10 Port Townsend Inundation Zone - 2015 TS-11 Tohoku Japan M9.1 Tsunami Wave Heights TS-12 Counties Most At-Risk and Vulnerable to Tsunamis Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 253 May 2017 VOLCANIC EVENT / ASH FALL1 SUMMARY The Hazard: A volcano is a rupture in the crust of a planetary-mass object, such as Earth, that allows hot lava, volcanic ash, and gases to escape from a magma chamber below the surface.2 The hazard can come in the direct form of molten lava, poisonous and corrosive gases, or rock fragments, ash fall, and lightning storms that affects people and equipment. Such an opening forms when melted rock from deep within the Earth (magma) blasts through the surface. Washington State has five active volcanoes – Mount Baker, Glacier Peak, Mount Rainier, Mount St. Helens, and Mount Adams.3 Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of property • Resultant earthquakes • Potential clouds of carbon dioxide, toxic gases, and regional acid rains • Flooding, landslides, avalanches, ash falls • Damage to mechanical and electronic equipment from fine ash falls • Damage to critical transportation infrastructure • Destruction of dams • Disruption of hydroelectric power sources • Heavy demands on power supplies as heavy ash falls block out light • Destruction of stream beds and salmon habitat • Damage or loss of recreation facilities • Loss of jobs due to damaged equipment Previous Occurrences: Mount St. Helens has been the only one active in the past 30 years with a massive eruption in 1980, followed by dome building eruptions in the 1980-1986 and 2004-2008.4 It is the last significant volcanic eruption to affect Jefferson County. Probability of Future Events: Low – Washington’s volcanoes will erupt again, as shown by recent activity at Mount St. Helens. There is a 1 in 500 probability that portions of 2 counties will receive 10 centimeters (4 inches) or more of volcanic ash from any Cascades volcano in any given year, and a 1 in 1,000 probability that parts or all of 3 more counties will receive that quantity of ash5. Due to prevailing westerly winds, the probability of an annual ash-fall from any major Cascade volcano of one centimeter ranges from 1 in 1000 to 1 in 5000.6 Jefferson County also has risk from ash fall from Alaskan volcanoes because the prevailing westerly winds will carry significant ash towards the county. This is affected greatly by the season and how the Jet Stream is shifted at the time. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 254 May 2017 Definition A volcano is an opening in Earth's surface through which lava (molten rock), hot gases, and rock fragments erupt from the earth’s interior. Such an opening forms when melted rock from deep within Earth (magma) blasts through the surface. Volcanoes take many forms according to the chemical composition of their magmas and the conditions under which the magmas are erupted. Most volcanoes are mountains, particularly cone-shaped ones, which were built up around the opening by lava and other materials thrown out during eruptions. In some eruptions, huge fiery clouds rise over the mountain, and glowing rivers of lava flow down its sides. In other eruptions, red-hot ash and cinders shoot out the mountaintop, and large chunks of hot rock are blasted high into the air. A few eruptions are so violent they blow the mountain apart. History of Volcanoes as they Affect Jefferson County7 There are no volcanoes in Jefferson County; however, the proximity to potentially active volcanoes in the Cascade Mountains to the east could impact the county. When Mt. St. Helens erupted on May 18, 1980, heavy ash from a west wind blanketed much of Eastern Washington. Subsequent eruptions on May 25 and June 12 similarly affected Western Washington, although to a lesser degree. Eruptions of any of the active volcanoes in Western Washington and Oregon could significantly affect travel, tourism and air quality conditions in Jefferson County. During the 1980 eruption, for example, aircraft were diverted from commercial routes downstream because the pumice in the air could damage engines and possible cause them to quit.8 Figure VO-1 shows eruptions occurring in the Cascade Range during the past 4,000 years9. Figure VO-2 shows volcanos in Alaska and British Columbia. White triangles with an “U” inside designate unmonitored volcanoes, while green triangles designate monitored ones10. Table VO-1 lists the volcanoes on the map in Figure VO-2 and identifies if they are active or not11. Figure VO-1 Eruptions in the Cascade Range During the Past 4,000 Years9 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 255 May 2017 Figure VO-2 Alaskan Volcano Map10 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment Volcanologists and geologists define Mounts Baker, Rainier, Hood, and St. Helens as active volcanoes. Even Glacier Peak, long thought to have been without an eruption for over 10,000 years is now known to have erupted as recently as a thousand years and possibly as late as the 17th century. Mount Adams is also capable of renewed activity. Seven separate hazards can be associated with volcanoes. They include earthquakes, lava flows, mud flows, ash flows, rock flows, ejecta, and ash falls. Volcanic hazards can occur with or without an actual eruption. Earthquakes associated with volcanic activity can cause landslides and avalanches in the areas surrounding the actual volcanic sight. With proper wind conditions, ash deposits could be deposited from all of Washington’s volcanoes and from several of those in Oregon. Depending on the size of the eruption and the time of year, the ash could: clog drainage channels; cause electrical short circuits; drift onto roadways; collapse roofs of houses and other buildings, cause skin and eye irritation to the general population and or respiratory distress to the aged, young and infirm; clog engines and air filters, and create acid rain. In addition, it can disrupt radio, television and telephone transmissions. Since the ash remains on the surface, it can be resuspended in the atmosphere when disrupted by wind or human activities. Heavy ash- fall blots out light. Sudden heavy demand for electric light and air conditioning may cause a drain on power supplies, leading to a partial or full power failure. Under normal wind conditions, the ash would move into eastern Washington. In a south or southeasterly wind, Jefferson County could be affected. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 256 May 2017 Table VO-1 Alphabetic List of Alaskan Volcanoes Below is an alphabetical list of volcanoes. These links will take you to information specific to that volcano. Each volcano has descriptions, images, maps, bibliography, and eruption history. indicates a volcano is historically active. indicates a volcano was active in the Holocene. indicates a volcano has been active within the last 2 million years, but not within the last 10,000 years. A - G H - Q R - Z Adagdak Akutan Alagogshak Amak Amchixtam Chaxsxii Amukta Andrew Bay volcano Aniakchak Atka Augustine Basalt of Gertrude Creek Behm Canal-Rudyerd Bay Black Peak Blue Mtn Bobrof Bogoslof Buldir Buzzard Creek Camille Cone Capital Carlisle Chagulak Chiginagak Churchill, Mt Cleveland Cone 3110 Cone 3601 Dana Davidof Denison Devils Desk Double Glacier Douglas Drum Duncan Canal Dutton Hayes Herbert Iliamna Imuruk Lake Volc Field Ingakslugwat Hills Ingenstrem Depression Volcanic Field Ingrisarak Mtn Iron Trig cone Isanotski Iskut-Unuk River cones Jarvis Jumbo Dome Kagamil Kaguyak Kanaga Kasatochi Katmai Kejulik Kialagvik Kiska Klawasi Group Knob 1000 Kochilagok Hill Koniuji Kookooligit Mountains Korovin Koyuk-Buckland volcanics Kukak Kupreanof Little Sitkin Lone basalt Lost Jim Cone Mageik Makushin Martin Rainbow River cone Recheshnoi Redoubt Roundtop Sanford Seguam Segula Semisopochnoi Sergief Shishaldin Skookum Creek Snowy Spurr St. George volcanic field St. Michael St. Paul Island Steller Stepovak Bay 1 Stepovak Bay 2 Stepovak Bay 3 Stepovak Bay 4 Suemez Island Table Top Mtn Takawangha Tana Tanada Peak Tanaga Tlevak Strait Togiak volcanics Trader Mtn Trident Ugashik-Peulik Ukinrek Maars Uliaga Ungulungwak Hill-Ingrichuak Hill Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 257 May 2017 Edgecumbe Emmons Lake Volcanic Center Espenberg Fisher Folsoms Bluff Fourpeaked Frosty Gareloi Gas Rocks, the Gilbert Gordon Gosling Cone Great Sitkin Griggs Moffett Monogenetic QT vents of WWVF Morzhovoi Nelson Island Novarupta Nunivak Island Nushkolik Mountain volcanic field Okmok Pavlof Pavlof Sister Prindle Volcano Unimak 5270 Unnamed (near Ukinrek Maars) Veniaminof Vsevidof Westdahl Western Cones Wide Bay cone Wrangell Yantarni Yunaska The following chart (Figure VO-3) shows the potential tephra hazard from any major Cascade volcano.12 Under those circumstances, most of Jefferson County would be subject to a Tephra hazard. Tephra is the heated rocks that are shot out of the volcano. Large heavy ones fall close to the volcano; small light ones become the volcanic ash that can float in the air for hundreds, even thousands of miles. Figure VO-3 Annual Probability of 1 cm or more of Tephra Accumulation from any major Cascade Volcano Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 258 May 2017 In studying Mount Rainier’s active eruptive history, volcanologists and geologists know that it will erupt again. Since the exact type and scale of the eruption(s) cannot be predicted, an awareness of the hazards of ash deposits must be communicated to Jefferson County residents. The hazard is considered “low”; however, the potential for eruptions and the potential results remain. United States Geologic Survey (USGS) volcanologists and Department of Natural Resources (DNR) geologists identify Mount Rainier as being an active eruptive volcano. From the magnitude of past events it is surmised that the consequences of a lahar (mudflow) or debris flow down the populated river valleys near Mount Rainier will be catastrophic and will potentially result in a tremendous loss of life and property. New studies show that the process of geothermal hydroalteration is unevenly weakening the inside of Mount Rainier. This is a process whereby the slopes of the mountain are being internally eaten away by hot, acidic water, which makes the slopes more susceptible for failure, increasing both the possibility and risk of lahars. Washington State areas including King, Pierce, and Thurston County have much higher risk of loss of life and property than Jefferson County. Jefferson County’s location with respect to the active volcanoes would limit the number of hazards, however impacts would be felt. The economic, cultural and transportation impacts that would be experienced in Jefferson County, however, would be severe if such an eruption were to occur on Mount Rainier. Most certainly, Interstate 5 and Interstate 90 would be closed, thus disrupting key routes for trade and travel. Ash and some debris could fall on Jefferson County depending on prevailing winds at the time. Jefferson County could serve as a haven for displaced residents for not only days, but perhaps for decades to come, thus impacting the infrastructure and resources of the County. Puget Sound fishing resources and economic foundations of the timber and recreation industries could be impacted for decades. The tourism industry and economic benefits derived could also be affected for Jefferson County. Climate Change It is easy to conclude that volcanoes can disrupt the earth’s climate for reasonably long periods – in human terms. The “Little Ice Age” is said to have been a function of increased volcanism during the periods from 1257-1300 AD and 1400-1455 AD that was sustained for many centuries by sea ice/ocean feedback.13 Now there are theories that volcanism can be stimulated by global warming. The theories, finding new support from research in Iceland, state that superheated rock kept under pressure by the weight of glaciers can become magma when glaciers melt due to global warming and relieve some of the pressure on the rocks. The evidence cited is that glacier melting in Iceland will cause the island nation to rise 1.57 inches per year in the next decade.14 “As the glaciers melt, the pressure on the underlying rocks decreases,” Compton said in an e-mail to TIME. “Rocks at very high temperatures may stay in their solid phase if the pressure is high enough. As you reduce the pressure, you effectively lower the melting temperature.” The result is a softer, more molten subsurface, which increases the amount of eruptive material lying around and makes it easier for more deeply buried magma chambers to escape their confinement and blow the whole mess through the surface.15 Iceland is estimated to be losing 11 billion tons of ice weight per year. At the current pace, the researchers predict, the uplift rate in parts of Iceland will rise to 1.57 in. (40 mm) per year by the middle of the next decade, liberating more calderas and leading to one Eyjafjallajökull-scale blow Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 259 May 2017 every seven years In 2010 the volcanic caldera under the Eyjafjallajökull ice cap in southern Iceland erupted for three weeks from late March to mid-April and spreading ash across vast swaths of Europe. The continent was socked in for a week, shutting down most commercial flights.16 The idea that reduced ice cover in a volcanic area can actually lead to an increase in volcanism is in some dispute. The Plan cites a recent article that attributes the cause to reduced ice cover lowering the overburden pressure on magma chambers, softening the magma, leading to more eruptive behavior. However, it is not clear that softer magma under reduced pressure would result in more eruptions. Other scientists have added the idea that reduced pressure would also lead to increased gas production from the liquid magma, thus causing an increase in local chamber pressures.17 However, a mechanism that is well established is that the ejecta from an eruption lead to a temporary globally averaged cooling lasting typically 3 years, depending on the nature of the particles and the altitude to which the eruption projects them. Larger particles precipitate out quickly (days to weeks), but smaller particles diminish incoming solar radiation and ejected sulfur forms sulfur dioxide which, if it reaches the stratosphere creates sulfuric acid aerosols that also diminish solar radiation. These cooling effects overwhelm the climate-warming effects associated with the volcanic ejection of carbon dioxide, methane and other greenhouse-enhancing gases.18 Research indicates that the Indonesian volcano, Somalas, erupted with a magnitude 7 (out of 8) on the Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) in 1258 C.E., thus causing the medieval “year without summer”.19 This was on the order of magnitude of the Tambora eruption in 1815, and larger than the Krakatoa eruption. Figure VO-4 illustrates the correlation between the VEI and the volume of ejecta.20 Table VO-2 displays the classification schema for the VEI.21 The net impact of climate change on volcanoes remains in considerable doubt. Increased rates of ice loss driven by climate change are probably not sufficient to cause a marked change in what is already a very sporadic and unpredictable rate of local and regional volcanic activity. However, increases in more active volcanic areas, particularly Iceland, may increase the likelihood for Jefferson County to be affected by a more globally-felt cooling event. This could have local consequences, both positive and negative, even though the cooling would only last a few years. It is important to note that this temporary cooling would be followed by a more rapid rate of globally averaged warming as the climate returns to the warming trends established prior to any single volcanic eruption.22 Conclusion Emergency Plans must advise people of potential hazards. Being aware of the potential hazards and responding appropriately will help mitigate the loss of life and could potentially help reduce losses of property in the eventuality of a volcanic eruption. Emergency plans must be tested and practiced ahead of time and used without hesitation when a volcano threatens to erupt. Scientists and public officials must announce warnings early and clearly. The Cascades Volcano Observatory in Vancouver, Washington, monitors and assesses hazards from the volcanoes of the Cascade Range of Washington, Oregon, and California. Seismic monitoring is shared with the USGS center in Menlo Park, California, (for northern California) and the Geophysics Program of the University of Washington in Seattle (for Washington and Oregon). CVO also is home to the Volcano Disaster Assistance Program. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 260 May 2017 The Volcano Disaster Assistance Program, home-based in Vancouver, Washington, was formed in the mid-1980s to respond to volcanoes in all parts of the world. An experienced team of USGS and other scientists can rapidly respond to developing volcanic crises with a state-of-the-art portable cache of monitoring equipment. VDAP has proven to be effective in saving lives and property by assistance provided to local scientists for determining the nature and possible consequences of volcanic unrest and communicating eruption forecasts and hazard-mitigation information to local authorities. Figure VO-4 - Volcanic Explosivity Index18 The Volcanic Explosivity Index (VEI) is a relative measure of the explosiveness of volcanic eruptions. It was devised by Chris Newhall of the United States Geological Survey and Stephen Self at the University of Hawaii in 1982. Volume of products, eruption cloud height, and qualitative observations (using terms ranging from "gentle" to "mega-colossal") are used to determine the explosivity value. The scale is open-ended with the largest volcanoes in history given magnitude 8. A value of 0 is given for non-explosive eruptions, defined as less than 10,000 m3 (350,000 cu ft) of tephra ejected; and 8 representing a mega-colossal explosive eruption that can eject 1.0×1012 m3 (240 cubic miles) of tephra and have a cloud column height of over 20 km (12 mi). The scale is logarithmic, with each interval on the scale representing a tenfold increase in observed ejecta criteria, with the exception of between VEI 0, VEI 1 and VEI 2. VEI and ejecta volume correlation Source: Wikipedia Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 261 May 2017 Table VO-2 – Volcanic Explosivity Classification19 Source: Wikipedia Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 262 May 2017 References - VOLCANO 1. “Volcano”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 42-44. 2. “Volcano”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volcano 3. “Volcano Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, September 2012, Tab 5.10, p.2. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Volcano_Hazard_Profile.pdf 4. Ibid. 5. Ibid. 6. “Volcano”, Washington State Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, April 2001. 7. “Volcano”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, p. 42. 8. Explanation by the pilot of a commercial aircraft to passengers as to why the plane was diverting from a Chicago to Denver trip during the Mount St. Helens eruption. 9. “Volcano Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, September 2012, Tab 5.10, p.3. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Volcano_Hazard_Profile.pdf 10. “Alaskan Volcano Map”, Alaska Volcano Observatory, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://www.avo.alaska.edu/volcanoes/#-143.297:55.857:4 11. “Alphabetical List of Alaskan Volcanoes”, Alaska Volcano Observatory, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://www.avo.alaska.edu/volcanoes/#-143.297:55.857:4 12. “Potential Volcanic Hazards from Future Activity of Mount Baker, Washington”, by Cynthia A. Gardner, Kevin M. Scott, C. Dan Miller, Bobbie Meyers, Wes Hildreth, and Patrick T. Pringle, U. S. Geological Survey, 1995, p. 13. Available at: http://pubs.usgs.gov/of/1995/0498/pdf/of95-498_text.pdf 13. Abrupt onset of the Little Ice Age triggered by volcanism and sustained by sea-ice/ocean feedbacks, Gifford h. Miller, Aslaug Geirsdottir, Yafang Zhong, Darren J. Larsen, Bette L. Otto-Bliesner, Marika M. Holland, David A. Bailey, Kurt A. Refsnider, Scott J. Lehman, John R. Southon, Chance Anderson, Helgi Bjornsson, Thorvaldur Thordarson, Geophysical Research Letters, Vol. 39, Issue 2, January 31, 2012. 14. How Climate Change Leads to Volcanoes (Really), Jeffrey Kluger, Time.com, January 29, 2015. Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://time.com/3687893/volcanoes-climate-change/ 15. Ibid. 16. Ibid. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 263 May 2017 17. Comments on the Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Plan, by Robert Bindschadler (NASA Emeritus Scientist) and Cindy Jayne, Email to Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator, January 6, 2017, p.4. 18. Ibid. 19. Indonesia’s Somalas Volcano Kick-Started Little Ice Age, Research Suggests, by Carolyn Gramling, The Huffington Post, 10/02/2013. Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/10/02/somalas-volcano-little-ice-age_n_4029092.html 20. Volcanic Explosivity Index, Wikipedia, Accessed September 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Volcanic_Explosivity_Index#Classification 21. Ibid. 22. Ibid. 17,5. Tables - VOLCANO VO-1 Alphabetical List of Alaskan Volcanoes VO-2 Volcanic Explosivity Classification Figures - VOLCANO VO-1 Eruptions in the Cascade Range During the Past 4,000 Years VO-2 Alaska Volcano Map VO-3 Total Cascade Tephra Hazards VO-4 Volcanic Explosivity Index Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 264 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 265 May 2017 WILDFIRE / FOREST / URBAN INTERFACE1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Forest and wildland fires are the uncontrolled destruction of forested and wild lands by fire caused by natural or human-made events. Forest and wildland fires occur primarily in undeveloped areas, although there are significant pockets of residences within Jefferson County woodlands2. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of civilian lives and firefighters • Loss of homes and businesses • Loss of crops and livestock • Destruction of wildlife habitat and watersheds • Damage to salmon habitat • Damage or total loss of scenic vistas and recreation facilities • Destruction of timber resources • Loss of jobs due to destroyed and damaged equipment and facilities • Decreased tourism • High costs to fight fires • Fire and emergency response teams unable to meet “routine” obligations and fight wildland fires simultaneously • Vulnerability to flooding increases Previous Occurrences: According to the National Fire Information Reporting System (NFIRS), Jefferson County averages 5 – 10 acres of wildland fires every year. The last major wildfire, the Chimney Peak fire, occurred in 1981 Probability of Future Events: High – An annually recurring dry season combined with encroaching residential development is resulting in a regular brush fire season. So far, the rapid response of rural fire departments has kept the impact of these fires to a minimum. Definition Forest and wildland fires are the uncontrolled destruction of forested and wild lands by fire caused by natural or human-made events. Forest and wildland fires occur primarily in undeveloped areas. Interface fires are a recent phenomenon that occurs in developed forest and wildlands, only partially cleared, and occupied by structural development. In interface fires people, homes and small businesses intermingle with the wildland and forest areas. When weather conditions are dry and fuels are abundant, rapidly spreading fires can cause significant loss of life and property. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 266 May 2017 History of Fires as it Affects Jefferson County Jefferson County has had an active history of wildland fires during the past millennium. The fact that the oldest of old-growth timber stands are rare attests to the fact that most of the area has burned and re- burned many times during the past 1000 years. Stands of trees older than 500 years do not occur except in small patches or scattered trees found in moist draws and stream bottoms at the headwaters of a few creeks and rivers. It is difficult to trace the fire history of this area back more than 350 years. However, old-growth trees and fire scars suggest fires about 450, 480, 540 and 670 years ago. Historically, wildland fires were not considered a hazard. Fire is a normal part of most forest and range ecosystems. Fires historically burned on a fairly regular cycle. The burning cycle in western Washington appears to be about every 100 – 150 years. A preponderance of evidence, however, has been obliterated by logging, major windstorms that toppled older trees, and more recent fires in the areas. Recorded history of fires in the area, however, indicates Jefferson County has had an active history of fires. As communities expand farther and farther into forested lands, and the desire to maintain the wilderness ambiance, interface fires are becoming a significant hazard, having the potential for loss of life and destruction of property. “The occurrence of wildfires on the Olympic peninsula is closely tied to climate. It appears that the pattern of fires has been as variable as the pattern of past climates. Some periods have had stand destroying fires, others have had almost none. Still other periods may have had a pattern of high fire frequency but low fire intensity. Because of this variability and the many factors involved, one aspect of the fire history of the Olympics seems certain: one cannot characterize the fire patterns of one period by knowing what it is in another.3” Table WF-1, below, details some of the history and more interesting wildland fires that have affected Jefferson County. Table WF-1 Representative Wildland Fires That Affected Jefferson County Date Identifier Particulars 7200 – 8700 years ago Lower Hoh River Drainage Layer of charcoal underneath dated 6800 year old ash4. ~1308 Olympic Peninsula At the end of the Medieval Optimum and start of the Little Ice Age; burned half of the Olympic Peninsula5. ~1448 - 1538 Mid-elevations of the Olympic Peninsula6 ~1668 & 1701 Last of the Big Fires Burned over one million acres7. ~1720 - 1850 Virtually no fires. End of Little Ice Age; Climate cool and wet8. Sept 1864 Ludlow – Quilcene Fire Several thousand acres on Mt. Walker, Mt. Turner, and Quilcene Ridge fanned by a high east wind9. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 267 May 2017 Date Identifier Particulars 1868 Multiple smaller fires. Drought was severe. Driest June, July, August and September for the 58-year record up to that time. Worst fire season since early 1700’s10. 1885 Neilton Burn 2000 acres near Lake Quinault11. 1890 Quilcene Fire Land clearing burns near Sequim got out of control. Fire survived the winter smoldering in stumps. Restarted in in the spring and burned south, covering 30,000 acres12. 1902 The Forest Fires of 1902 Many fires in Washington and Oregon. One fire or series of fires followed the Washington coast, jumping the Quinault, Raft, Queets, Clearwater, Hoh, Quillayute rivers, and swung around Lake Ozette and died out before it reached the Sooes13. The worst fire season in 275 years; worse than the 1868 season14. 1918 Dosewallips & Duckabush Fires15 Dosewallips Fire – 2665 acres Duckabush Fire – 4810 acres 1924-1925 Green Mountain, Mt. Zion, Snow Creek Fires16 Discovery Bay (1924) 5000 acres Snow Creek Fire (1924) 3100 acres Green Mt. Fire (1925) 9615 acres Snow Creek Fire (1925) 3825 acres 1929 Interorrem Fire 85 Lightning strikes; 8,602 acres in the lower Duckabush drainage.17 1939 Deep Creek Fire 13,000 acres of which 3460 were in the Olympic National Forest18 1978 Hoh Fire Caused by Lightening. Discovered 13 days after ignition in Olympic National Forest; 1,050 Acres19 1981 Chimney Fire 500+ Acres20 August 2015 Sunnyside Road, Mason County 59 acres along a power corridor. Threatened BPA transmission line; cuts power to more than 2000 Jefferson County PUD customers21. August 2016 Olympic Forest Fires Four separate fires totaling 956 acres as of August 22nd, 201622. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 268 May 2017 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment The Washington Department of Natural Resources and its federal and local partners determined that 181 communities are at high risk for wilderness fires after evaluating them for fire behavior potential, fire protection capability, and risk to social, cultural and community resources. Risk factors included area fire history, type and density of vegetative fuels, extreme weather conditions, topography, number and density of structures and their distance from fuels, location of municipal watershed, and likely loss of housing or business. The evaluation used the criteria in the wildfire hazard severity analysis of the National Fire Protection Association’s NFPA 299 Standard for Protection of Life and Property from Wildfire, 1997 Edition. Figure WF-1 shows the areas at high risk for fires within each county.23 Figure WF-1 Areas of High Fire Risk (2002)23 As seen from the map preceding, Jefferson County is among the counties in which the wildfire threat is high. Jefferson County communities that are on the list of areas at high risk for urban interface wildfires are: Brinnon, Port Hadlock, Port Townsend, and Quilcene. In 2016, however, the focus of the WA DNR is on the Wildland Urban Interface Communities at risk based on a statistical mean return rate for fires, which excludes Jefferson County communities that are in Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 269 May 2017 rural areas. Figure WF-2 shows the LandFire Mean Fire Return Interval throughout the state. East Jefferson county is yellow, which is “71-80 years.24” This is underscored by the apocryphal joking of local firefighters that the Olympic Peninsula is known as the “Silicon Forest” – not because of technology companies, but rather because it will not burn. Figure WF-2 LANDFIRE Mean Fire Return Interval24 The uncomfortable fact is that Jefferson County and its populated communities are integrated with the surrounding forest. Wildland – Urban Interfaces (WUI) exist in a multiplicity of areas because Homeowners Associations, developers, etc. carve out communities while leaving extensive trees among and around the dwellings. The Mean Fire Return Interval is meaningless because increasingly forest fires are caused by human carelessness and can override natural checks and balances. Meanwhile, because of historical reasons, the ownership of DNR protected land is a checkerboard with privately own land, thus making it vulnerable to fires started on private lands. Figure WF-3, below, is a google earth view of the City of Port Townsend to show how the wildland-urban interface is intermixed throughout the City.25 Table WF-2, below, is a gallery of recent WUI fires that impacted Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 270 May 2017 Figure WF-3 - Wildland – Urban Interface throughout Port Townsend25 The city is on a peninsula with the city limits being at Jacob Miller Road, which is labeled on the left side of the map. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 271 May 2017 Table WF-2 Gallery of Selected Recent Jefferson County WUI Fires 08/20/2016 Recreational Fire Leads to Wildfire. “East Jefferson Fire Rescue crews at 7:50 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 20 responded to a brush fire, 15 by 20 feet in size, in the 400 block of Four Corners Road. Neighbors stated that a man had been burning Friday night in a homemade, half-barrel fireplace, which was found within the burn area, according to EJFR. Investigators believe a spark from that barrel ignited the brush fire.“ Courtesy photo by Bill Beezley, East Jefferson Fire Rescue26. 09/02/2015 Fire in Mason County Cuts Electric Service to Over 2000 Jefferson County Customers. “More than 2,000 electricity customers in Jefferson County were without power on Thursday, Aug. 28 as a result of two separate incidents, including a wildfire under a Bonneville Power Administration (BPA) transmission line in Mason County. The Sunnyside Road Fire, which is on state Department of Natural Resources (DNR) land, had consumed about 59 acres in the Skokomish Valley as of Monday, Aug. 31, according to Joe Miles, a spokesperson for DNR. Multiple agencies responded to fight the blaze; 68 personnel battled the fire, which as of Monday was contained. Cause of the fire is still unknown.” By Leader Staff27. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 272 May 2017 Beckett Point Fire – 09/05/2011 “Firefighters on Sept. 5 kept this fireworks-induced wildfire from reaching homes on Beckett Point (the sea- level cabin community’s southern edge, which is to the right) and the homes tucked into the tree line along Beckett Point Road. The fire started at about 3 p.m. on Monday, a result of kids playing with fireworks. Fickle winds fanned it to about 21 acres. It was 70 percent contained by 7 p.m. (This was the fire’s calm section.) Soon after, a helicopter began dropping water along ridge-top brush and trees.” Photo by James Robinson28 Jefferson County and Port Townsend are served by 5 active fire districts, all with mutual aid agreements. During any fire incident, the incident commander can ask for units from any of the districts. At such times, units not involved redeploy to cover the areas left exposed by units fighting the wildfire. This “floating battalion” allows all of the districts to put more equipment on a fire and still have coverage in their home district. In the Beckett Point fire, for example, engines from three districts responded directly to the fire, Jefferson County Emergency Management set up an Incident Command Post for communications at the fire, and mutual aid partners extended coverage to those districts whose equipment responded to the fire. Jefferson County’s fire season usually runs from mid-May through October. Any prolonged period without significant precipitation presents a potentially dangerous situation, particularly if strong dry, east winds prevail. The probability of a forest fire or an interface fire in any one location depends on fuel conditions, topography, the time of year, the past weather conditions, and if there is human activity such as debris burning, camping, etc., which are taking place. The combination of a dryer climate along with a plethora of illegal meth labs hidden in the wildlands has resulted in an increase the number and severity of urban interface fires. In addition, as the buildable space in the towns and city are used up, numerous housing developments are being created in the unincorporated portion of the county. Washington State fires responded to by city and county fire departments were largely started by human causes. Included in the list of human causes are cigarettes, fireworks, and outdoor burning. Wildland fires started by heat spark ember of flames caused the largest dollar loss, followed by debris burning and cigarettes. Loss per incident for debris fires is three times higher than any other fire cause. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 273 May 2017 Short-term loss caused by fires is the complete destruction of valuable resources such as timber, wildlife, habitat, scenic vistas, and watersheds. Vulnerability to flooding increases due to the destruction of watersheds. Long-term effects are reduced amounts of timber for building and recreation areas. Home building near forests and wildlands increases the loss from fires. There is a trend for families to move into more rural and forested areas. Many homes are built with an effort to maintain the scenic aspects of the surrounding area. These areas are farther from firefighting assets. Frequently, there is little clearance of vegetation resulting in a lack of defensible space. 09/05/2011 On Sept. 5th firefighters came over the ridge to keep flames from reaching the houses on the ridge overlooking Beckett Point. Photo by James Robinson of the Leader Narrow access roads frequently found in these areas interfere with fire suppression efforts. Frequently roads are so narrow that standard sized fire apparatus cannot adequately turn around or pass on the roads. More diverse fire apparatus such as brush rigs and smaller engines are needed. Smaller fire districts may not be able to financially support these additional requirements. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 274 May 2017 Climate Change “The Olympic Mountains are generally wetter than other parts of the state and have been less prone to wildfires. However, it is expected that warmer summer temperatures, higher evaporation rates, and declines in soil moisture will increase wildfire risk on the Peninsula29. The fire season will also lengthen due primarily to earlier snowmelt. One set of projections expects a 150% - 1,000% increase in annual area burned in forests west of the Cascades by the end of the century30. When it comes to wildfire, the risk to property and people is determined primarily by the amount of development along the wildland/urban interface. In both Jefferson and Clallam County 24% of that interface is developed31 and this includes 14,686 homes in Clallam County and 10,475 homes in Jefferson County (in 2013).32” Conclusion Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, and the unincorporated towns of Brinnon, Port Hadlock, and Quilcene are all considered at high risk for urban interface wildfire – at least by the local fire districts. The commingling of residential enclaves adjacent to and among forested areas also means that these areas are highly vulnerable. A number of activities can be undertaken which will reduce the actual numbers of fires and resulting loss of fires. • Forest fire education and enforcement programs must be emphasized to include early reporting of fires • Effective early fire detection and emergency communication systems are essential • Effective early warning systems are essential to notify local inhabitants and persons in the area of the fire. An evacuation plan detailing primary and alternate escape routes should be developed if possible. • Fire-safe development planning should be undertaken by jurisdictions to include: - Sufficient fuel free areas around structures - Fire resistant roofing materials - Adequate two-way routes and turnaround areas for emergency vehicles - An adequate water supply - Development of local ordinances to control human caused fires • Road closures should be increased during peak fire periods to reduce access to fire prone areas Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 275 May 2017 References – WILDFIRE (Forest – Urban Interface) 1. “Wildland / Forest / Interface Fires”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 45-47. 2. Ibid., 45. 3. Olympic Peninsula Fire History, Lake Cushman Community Wildfire Protection Plan, Lake Cushman Community Members, Olympic National Park, Wa Department of Natural Resources, Mason County Fire Marshall, Mason County Fire District 18, 2006, p. 3. 4. Ibid. 5. Ibid. 6. Ibid. 7. Ibid., 4. 8. Ibid. 9. Ibid. 10. Ibid. 11. Ibid. 12. Ibid. 13. William G. Morris, "The Great Fires of 1902," extracted from "Forest Fires in Western Oregon and Western Washington," Oregon Historical Quarterly. XXXV (1934) p. 333-337. Available at: http://search.tacomapubliclibrary.org/unsettling/unsettled.asp?load=Forest+Fire+of+1902&f=disaster\firesfor.902 14. Edwin Van Syckle, "When nature turned mean," Seattle: Pacific Search Press, 1980. p. 192-195. 15. Ibid. 3,4. 16. Ibid. 3,5. 17. Ibid. 18. Ibid. 19. “Fire History”, Olympic National Park Website, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://www.nps.gov/olym/learn/nature/firehistory.htm 20. Ibid. 21. “Sunnyside Fire Update 9/3/2015”, MasonWebTV.com, Accessed August 22, 2016. Available at: http://masonwebtv.com/archives/16905 22. Olympic National Park Fires 2016, InciWeb Incident Information System, Accessed 8/22/2016. Available at: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4906/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 276 May 2017 23. Progress Report on the National Fire Plan in Washington State, Washington Department of Natural Resources, September 2002. 24. Figure 5.5-11 Washington Department of Natural Resources, (DNR) 2014, “Wildland Fire Hazard Profile”, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, September 2014, Tab 5.5, p. 20. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/wildland_fire_hazard_profile_2014-update.pdf 25. Wildland – Urban Interface throughout Port Townsend, by Ken Horvath, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, Jefferson County, Washington, September 16, 2016 26. “Recreational Fire Leads to Wildfire”, Photo by Bill Beezley, East Jefferson Fire Rescue, Published by The Port Townsend Leader, 08/20/2016. Available at: http://www.ptleader.com/news/photo-recreational-fire-leads-to-brush-fire/image_ac9b708c-66f8-11e6-af32-0f5915d0a018.html 27. “Fire in Mason County cuts electric service to 1,607 Jefferson County customers”, by Leader Staff, Published by The Port Townsend Leader, 09/02/2015. Submitted photo. Available at: http://www.ptleader.com/news/fire-in-mason-county-cuts-electric-service-to-jefferson-county/article_e27e63ac-50fc-11e5-8327-7f59cd89d9ba.html 28. “Suppression efforts continue at Beckett Point fire…” by James Robinson of the Leader, Published by The Port Townsend Leader, 09/05/2011. Available at: http://www.ptleader.com/news/fire-update-suppression-efforts-continue-at-the-beckett-point- fire/article_9f4a3f65-1403-5b41-90d5-b7fd7e509e14.html 29. University of Washington, Climate Impacts Group, 2013. Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation in Washington State: Technical Summaries for Decision Makers. http://cses.washington.edu/cig/reports.shtml 30. Ibid. 31. Headwaters Economics, 2013, As Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Develops, Firefighting Costs Will Soar. Available: http://headwaterseconomics.org/dataviz/wui-development-and-wildfire-costs 32. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. 57. Available: www.noprcd.org Tables - WILDFIRE (Forest – Urban Interface) WF-1 Representative Wildland Fires That Affected Jefferson County WF-2 Gallery of Selected Recent Jefferson County WUI Fires Figures - WILDFIRE (Forest – Urban Interface) WF-1 Areas of High Fire Risk (2002) WF-2 LandFire Mean Fire Return Interval – 2014 WF-3 Wildland – Urban Interface throughout Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 277 May 2017 WINTER STORM1 SUMMARY The Hazard: The National Weather Service defines a winter storm as having significant snowfall, ice, and/or freezing rain; the quantity of precipitation varies by elevation2. Heavy snowfall is 4 inches or more in a 12-hour period, or 6 inches or more in a 24-hour period in non-mountainous areas; and 12 inches or more in a 12-hour period or 18 inches or more in a 24-hour period in mountainous areas3. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Damage to homes and businesses • Damage to critical transportation infrastructure • Loss of timber resources • Emergency responses are delayed • Damage or loss of recreation facilities • Disruption of utilities • Loss of jobs due to damaged equipment and facilities • School closures • Business closures resulting in economic impacts Previous Occurrences: Although Jefferson County gets a few days of snow every year, the last snow storm justifying a disaster declaration was in December, 1955. In 1991, the area received an “Arctic Express Blizzard”. Disaster declarations were made for severe winter storms in 2006 and 2007, but these were primarily due to wind, flooding and mudslides. In 2009, snow storms set record levels, thus resulting in Public Assistance (PA) being made available due to extraordinary costs of snow removal incurred by municipalities. Probability of Future Events: High – The State of Washington Hazard Mitigation Plan puts the probability of a severe winter storm in Jefferson County at “125%” – intending to mean that the county experiences more than one storm every year4. Most of the time, it manifests as damaging winds and rain, although it can be as ice or snow. History of Severe Winter Storms Affecting Jefferson County Most storms move into Washington from the Pacific Ocean with a southwest to northeast airflow. Maritime air reaching the Olympic Mountains rises upwards and cools. As this airflow reaches higher elevations and cools, there is less ability to hold moisture and precipitation occurs. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 278 May 2017 Jefferson County is subject to several severe local storms each year. These storms have included high wind, snow, ice, rain, and hail. Snowstorms or blizzards are the most likely and potentially devastating phenomena, with the ability to isolate people from emergency services and to interrupt utility services and other lifelines. In 1996-1997, snowstorms were also associated with other natural hazards such as flooding and landslides. Ice storms can occur when rain falls out of the warm moist upper layer atmosphere into a dry layer with freezing or sub-freezing air near the ground. Rain freezes on contact with the cold ground and accumulates on exposed surfaces – as illustrated by Figure WS-1, a frozen Haller Fountain6. Snow Storms – Winter Storm – The National Weather Service defines a winter storm as having significant snowfall, ice, and/or freezing rain; the quantity of precipitation varies by elevation. Heavy snowfall is 4 inches or more in a 12-hour period, or 6 inches or more in a 24-hour period in non-mountainous areas; and 12 inches or more in a 12-hour period or 18 inches or more in a 24-hour period in mountainous areas7. Figure WS-2 shows Port Townsend after 12” of snow fell in a single day in 19558. Areas most vulnerable to winter storms are those affected by convergence of dry, cold air from the interior of the North American continent, and warm, moist air off the Pacific Ocean. Typically, significant winter storms occur during the transition between cold and warm periods. Counties considered most vulnerable to winter storm are 1) those most affected by conditions that lead to such storms, as described above, and 2) those with a recurrence rate of 50 percent, meaning the county experiences at least one damaging winter storm event every two years. If damaging wind storms are separated out, Jefferson County does not meet that criteria. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT All areas of the County are vulnerable to various severe local storms. Western Washington has had an average of 11.4 inches of snowfall annually over the past 30 years. Windstorms generally occur between October and April as well. Power outages are common as a result of these storms. Road travel is often treacherous due to snow, ice, and fallen trees. As a result, schools are often closed and local businesses are impacted. Emergency responses can be delayed. The general effects of most severe local storms are immobility and loss of electrical power and telephone service. Physical damage to homes and businesses can occur from wind damage, accumulation of snow, History of Storms Affecting Jefferson County’s People and Economic Activity5 1940 - High Winds (Tacoma Narrows Bridge blown down) 1950 – Blizzard 1961 – Snowstorm 1962 – Columbus Day Storm 1964 – Snowstorms 1979 – High Winds & Rain (Hood Canal Bridge destroyed) 1981 – Windstorm 1991 – Arctic Express Blizzard 1993 – Inauguration Day Windstorm 1995 – Wind and rainstorms 1997 – Snow, wind and snowmelt 2003 – Severe Storm & flooding 2006 – Severe winter storm, landslides & mudslides 2007 – Severe storm, flooding, landslides & mudslides 2009 – Severe winter storm, landslides, mudslides and flooding 2009 – Severe winter storm with record and near-record snow Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 279 May 2017 ice, and hail. Even a small accumulation of snow can wreak havoc on transportation systems due to a lack of snow clearing equipment and experienced drivers. If damaging wind storms are included in the winter storms, Jefferson County is considered among the most vulnerable to storms. Counties considered most vulnerable to high winds are 1) those most affected by conditions that lead to high winds, as described above, and 2) those with a high wind recurrence rate of 100 percent, meaning the county experiences at least one damaging high wind event every year. Counties that meet both criteria are highlighted in Figure WS-3, below9. Figure WS-3 - Counties Most Vulnerable to High Winds9 Source: WA State Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County is considered among the most vulnerable to high winds because it is affected by conditions leading to high winds, and has a recurrence rate of “125%”. A recurrence rate greater than 100% means that Jefferson County has more than one damaging wind storm a year. If damaging winds are excluded from the winter storms, Jefferson County is not considered vulnerable to winter storms. Areas most vulnerable to winter storms are those affected by convergence of dry, cold air from the interior of the North American continent, and warm, moist air off the Pacific Ocean. Typically, significant winter storms occur during the transition between cold and warm periods. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 280 May 2017 Counties considered most vulnerable to winter storm are 1) those most affected by conditions that lead to such storms, as described above, and 2) those with a recurrence rate of 50 percent, meaning the county experiences at least one damaging winter storm event every two years. Figure WS-4 highlights the counties that meet that criteria10. Figure WS-4 - Counties Most Vulnerable to Winter Storms10 Source: WA Hazard Mitigation Plan Table WS-1, “Severe Winter Storms Affecting Western Washington”, details the significant winter storms that have impacted Jefferson County.11 It includes both those that were declared emergencies and those that were of significance, but were not declared, either because it was before declarations were available as a tool or because they did not meet the criteria for a national declaration. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 281 May 2017 Figure WS-1: Ice dresses up Haller Fountain in Port Townsend on an unusually cold day.6 Source: Port Townsend An Illustrated History… Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 282 May 2017 Figure WS-2 - Port Townsend’s Water Street in 19558 Source: Port Townsend An Illustrated History… Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 283 May 2017 Table WS-1 - Severe Winter Storms Affecting Western Washington11 (Disaster Declaration Number in Italics if Jefferson County was Included.) Date Storm Type Description January 6, 1880 Major Snow Storm Major Snow Storm; 4 feet of snow; drifts up to 10 feet high. January 1893 Major Snow Storm Major Snow Storm February 3, 1916 Snowstorm and wind Thirty point five inches of snow fell in 24 hours and 2 to 4 feet in other parts of Western Washington. In January and February Seattle received 58 inches of snow December 25, 1919 Major Snow Storm November 7, 1940 Wind Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapsed due to induced vibrations from 40 miles per hour winds. January 1950 Snowstorm and wind Blizzard dumped 21 inches of snow on Seattle and killed 13 people in the Puget Sound region. The winter of 1949-50 was the coldest recorded in Seattle with average temperatures of 34.4 degrees. December 22, 1955 Snowstorm Twelve inches of snow in Port Townsend. November 1958 Wind High winds in Western Washington. October 1962 Columbus Day Wind Storm (Maj #137) Columbus Day Storm struck from northern California to British Columbia and is the windstorm to which all others are compared. Recorded winds gusts were 150 miles per hour in Naselle, 100 in Renton, 92 in Bellingham and Vancouver, and 88 in Tacoma. Federal disaster number 137 was assigned for the event. December 28-29 1968 Major Ice Storm February 1979 Wind Hood Canal Bridge destroyed by windstorm. December 1979 Major Winter Storms (Maj. 612) Storms/ high tides / mudslides / flooding November 1981 Wind High winds in Western and Eastern Washington. January 1986 Major Winter Storm (Maj. #757) - Severe storms / flooding Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 284 May 2017 November 1990 Severe Wind and flooding (Maj. #883) The Lake Washington floating bridge sank, killing two and causing $250 million in damages. January 20, 1993 Wind Inauguration Day Storm damaged homes, businesses, and public utilities leaving thousands without power for days from Longview to Bellingham. The state EOC coordinated resources. The National Guard provided generator power and equipment. The Energy Office priorities power restoration. The American Red Cross sheltered 600 people and fed 3,200 meals. Department of Transportation and State Patrol coordinated transportation routes and road closures. Federal Disaster Number 981 was assigned for the event. November - December 1995 Rain, flood, and wind (Maj. #1079) Storms, starting in California generated winds of 100 miles per hour, continued north causing three states, including Washington, to issue disaster proclamations. Federal Disaster Number 1079 was issued for the incident. February 7, 1996 Rain and flood The Washington State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated to handle severe floods covering state. These were considered the most destructive and costly in state history and 19 counties were covered under a Presidential disaster declaration. Three people were killed. Total damages were estimated at $400 million, an estimated 691 homes destroyed and 4,564 damaged. The EOC remained activated through February 23. Federal Disaster Number 1100 was issued for the incident. April 24, 1996 Rain, flood, and wind The state EOC activated because the state was covered with flooding rivers and high wind warnings. Six counties declared states of emergency. The EOC remained activated until April 25. November 19, 1996 Ice storm The state EOC activated in response to storm conditions around the state. The city of Spokane and Spokane County declared an emergency, and 100,000 customers were without power for nearly two weeks. In Puget Sound 50,000 customers were without power as well as thousand others across the state. There were 4 deaths and $22 million in damages. The EOC remained activated until December 1. Federal Disaster Number 1152 was issued for the storm. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 285 May 2017 December 4, 1996 Winter storm, ice, wind, and gale warning The state EOC activated in response to storms rushing across the state, which caused road closures and power outages. Pend Oreille County declared an emergency because of snow and power outages. The Governor proclaimed emergencies for Pend Oreille and Spokane Counties. The EOC remained activated until December 5. This storm was part of Federal Disaster Number 1152. December 26, 1996 Winter storm, wind, gale warning, flood, landslide, and avalanche (Maj. #1159) The state EOC activated in response to storm fronts pushing across the state causing structures to collapse under the heavy weight of snow, road closures, power outages, landslides, and 20 weather related deaths. The Governor declared emergencies for 37 counties - only Douglas and Franklin Counties were not included. The Washington National Guard had 110 personnel on active duty. The EOC remained activated until January 15, 1997. Federal Disaster Number 1159 was issued for the storm. January 31, 1997 Rain and flood The state EOC activated in response to lowland floods in Walla Walla, Asotin, and Columbia Counties. Flood warnings were in effect for Klickitat and Columbia Rivers. The EOC remained activated until February 1. This incident was part of Federal Disaster Number 1159. March 18, 1997 Rain and flood (Maj. #1172) The state EOC activated in response to widespread flooding throughout Washington State and remained activated until March 26. October 29, 1997 Rain and wind Heavy rain and gusty winds passed over the state on October 29 especially the southern Cascade Range. The EOC activated on October 30 in response to floods. Flood warnings were in effect for 11 Western Washington rivers and watches for all rivers in five western counties. The EOC remained activated until October 31. January 11, 1998 Winter storm and flood The state EOC activated on January 14 in response to storms affecting Lewis, Mason, Thurston, and Pierce Counties. The EOC remained activated until January 19. November 19, 1998 Winter storm The state EOC activated for problems associated with forecast high winds. Winds of 80 miles per hour were recorded toppling trees and causing power outages to 15,000 customers. The EOC remained activated until November 23. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 286 May 2017 December 29, 1998 Winter storm The state EOC activated in response to flooding threat caused by heavy rain and mountain snow melt. Stevens and Snoqualmie passes were closed due to avalanche hazard. Stranded holiday travelers unable to go over Snoqualmie Pass caused Kittitas County to declare an emergency. Nisqually river flooding caused evacuation of 45 residents of a McKenna nursing home. In Cathlamet, 400 residents were without water causing Wahkiakum County to declare an emergency. Pullman declared an emergency because of flooding. The EOC remained activated until December 31. October 27, 1999 Wind A strong Pacific frontal system moved across Washington causing power and phone outages. Marine storm and coastal flood warnings were issued for the coast. One citizen died when a tree fell on them. The EOC remained activated until March 28. November 9, 1999 Rain and flood The state EOC activated on November 12 because of weather conditions in Western Washington. The Skagit River rose to six feet above flood stage. Flooding was most severe in Hamilton. Two shelters were opened for evacuees. The EOC remained activated until November 13. December 14, 1999 Rain and flood The state EOC activated on December 15 in response to widespread flooding in Western Washington. A tropical weather system brought in heavy rain and caused snowmelt and flooding. Emergency declarations were issued in Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Skamania, and Wahkiakum Counties. Sixteen counties were impacted by the weather system. The EOC remained activated until December 18. October 2003 Severe Storms and Flooding (DR 1499) - Chelan, Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Mason, Okanogan, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, and Whatcom Counties January 27 to February 4, 2006 Severe Storms, Flooding, Tidal Surge, Landslides, and Mudslides (DR 1641) - Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Snohomish, and Wahkiakum Counties November 2-11, 2006 Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides (DR 1671) - All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 287 May 2017 December 14- 15, 2006 Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, and Mudslides (DR 1682) - All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program December 1 - 17, 2007 Severe Storms and Flooding (DR 1743) - Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston and Wahkiakum Counties December 2008 / January 2009 Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, & Mudslides. Record Snowfall (DR1817) Public Assistance made available to Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend because of extraordinary costs of snow removal. March 2009 Severe Winter Storm (DR1825) Severe Winter Storm and Record and Near Record Snow October 2015 Severe Windstorm (DR4242) Severe Windstorm January 2016 Severe Windstorm (DR4249) Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides February 2016 Severe Windstorm (DR4253) Severe Winter Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, Mudslides, and a Tornado Climate Change Warming temperatures imply more rain over snow events reducing the snowpack and creating a change in the character of the Olympics water storage. There will be more heavy rainfall events during the winter with commensurate opportunities for flooding and mudslides. Table WS-2 – Precipitations: Trends and Extremes12 Source: NOPRCD Report Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 288 May 2017 Conclusion Jefferson County is at high risk for wind storms and coastal flooding, but not recognized as being at high risk for winter storms, as defined by the weather services. Severe local storms are probably the most common widespread hazard. They affect the entire county area when they occur. These types of storms can quickly overwhelm county resources. Citizens should be prepared for these storms; family plans should be developed, disaster kits should be assembled, and every family member should be taught how to shut off utilities to prevent damage from abrupt resumption and to prevent damage from freezing and breaking pipes. Initiating early dismissal from schools and businesses is an effective mitigation measure and should be encouraged. Local jurisdiction plans should provide a priority for road and street clearance, provision of emergency services, mutual aid with other public entities, and procedures for requesting state and federal aid if needed. The public should be given information on emergency preparedness and self-help to prepare for better response during severe storms. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 289 May 2017 References – WINTER STORM 1. “Severe Local Storm”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 34-37. 2. “Winter Storm”, NOAA NWS Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=w 3. “Heavy Snow”, NOAA NWS Glossary, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://w1.weather.gov/glossary/index.php?letter=h 4. “Severe Storm Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Military Department, Emergency Management Division, April 2013, Tab 5.7, p. 18. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Severe_Storm_Hazard%20profile.pdf 5. “History of Storms Affecting Jefferson County’s People and Economic Acitivity”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, p. 34. 6. Port Townsend An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing Inc., 2000, p. 435. 7. Ibid. 3. 8. Ibid. 6, 443. 9. Ibid. 4, 16. 10. Ibid. 11. Severe Winter Storms Affecting Western Washington, Ken Horvath, Derived from multiple sources, September, 2016. 12. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. 18. Available: www.noprcd.org Tables - WINTER STORM WS-1 Severe Winter Storms Affecting Western Washington WS-2 Precipitations: Trends and Extremes Figures - WINTER STORM WS-1 Ice dresses up Haller Fountain in Port Townsend on an unusually cold day. WS-2 Port Townsend’s Water Street in 1955. WS-3 Counties Most Vulnerable to High Winds WS-4 Counties Most Vulnerable to Winter Storms Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2009) Vs. 6 290 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 291 May 2017 MAN-MADE HAZARD IDENTIFICATION Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 292 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 293 May 2017 Man-Made Hazard Identification The original scope of the Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (HIVA) was to be an “Natural Hazard” assessment. Since many of the natural hazard risks we face are a function of man-made hazards or events, we have included those in this plan. The objective is to evolve the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan into a full All Hazard Mitigation Plan and use it to improve Jefferson County’s ability to deal with the full spectrum of natural and man-made hazards. AIRCRAFT MISHAP (Commercial / Civil / Military) SUMMARY The Hazard: This type of hazard is the failure of an aircraft to suspend itself in flight due to mechanical or human error resulting in a collision with the ground.1 Impacts and Effects: • Possible loss of life • Possible injuries to aircraft occupants and to people on the ground • Loss of aircraft • Loss of property on the ground at the crash site • Increased danger of fires Previous Occurrences: • March 21, 1975. An Air Force C141 crashes into the Olympic Mountains near Quilcene Washington. The presumed crash site of an Air Force C141 Starlifter was in a rugged, roadless section of the Olympic Mountains. The four-engine jet of the Air Force Military Airlift Command was carrying 16 persons, including a crew of 10 based at McChord Air Force Base near Tacoma, and six passengers. The plane was on a flight from Yokota Air Base in Japan to McChord.2 • In 2007, a small private aircraft experienced a low-impact crash on landing at the Jefferson County airport. There were no injuries. Pilot claimed a gust of wind caused momentary loss of control resulting in the wingtip touching the ground and spinning the aircraft around.3 • July 29, 2013. The pilot of a small aircraft that crashed while attempting to land over the weekend was due to be released late Monday. The small yellow plane, a vintage Piper PA-18-135 Super Cub, crashed in a field off Center Road while attempting to land Saturday after the pilot, Gerald Ryder, determined he did not have enough fuel to reach Jefferson County International Airport in Port Townsend.4 • September 28, 2015. Two people were seriously injured when their small plane crashed at a Port Townsend golf course Monday afternoon, East Jefferson Fire officials first tweeted at 1:35 p.m. that a small plane crashed at the Discovery Bay Golf Course in the 7400 block of Cape George Road. A witness told authorities that the Cessna-type plane stuttered and appeared to lose power before crashing into heavy brush just north of the 17th hole tee box.5 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 294 May 2017 • December 30, 2016. “Four occupants of a small airplane died when the aircraft crashed Thursday, Dec. 29 in the woods near the Dabob Bay area along Hood Canal in Jefferson County.”6 Figure AM-1. Emergency responders gather around the Piper Super Cub that flipped during an attempted landing in Quilcene. Photo from PDN; Taken by Jefferson County Sherriff’s Office. Probability of Future Events: Low – The lack of regularly scheduled air service limits the probability of events to small general aviation operations that occur most frequently on weekends. Definition In the context of emergency management and disaster planning, airplane accidents refer to major accidents, resulting in the loss of the hull with multiple fatalities. Civil aviation is a very strictly regulated activity. A complex web of federal regulations and protocols governs airplanes manufacture, maintenance, and operation. This has resulted in falling accident rates in spite of the persistent increase in air traffic. But major crashes result in the sudden and catastrophic loss of life. A large airplane accident can result in more deaths in an instant than almost any other kind of event. Hence, the public and the media are very concerned with air safety and they expect strict regulation of civilian aviation.7 History of Aircraft Mishaps in Jefferson County There has not been a major air accident in the Puget Sound region, including Jefferson County, in recent history. However, accidents in other parts of the country allow us to examine the potential vulnerabilities we face in this area. In October 2007, ten people died when a plane carrying a party of skydivers from Idaho back to Shelton Washington crashed near Yakima Washington.8 In February 2009, a commuter plane with 49 people on board crashed near Buffalo, NY, killing everyone on board.9 And finally, in January 2009, there was the heroic landing of a U.S. Airways Airbus A320 with 154 passengers in the Hudson river after the plane lost all engines due to a bird strike during take-off.10 Everyone survived. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 295 May 2017 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment The Puget Sound region is vulnerable to two types of major air transportation accidents. One is a crash involving a large passenger aircraft, while the other is an airplane crash causing casualties on the ground. Despite the large number of planes flying over heavily populated areas, the number of crashes killing or injuring non-passengers is quite small. In general, crashes are most likely to occur within five miles of an airport, typically along flight paths. Weather is a significant factor in these air transportation accidents. Down bursts, thunderstorms, and ice are the primary weather-related events that increase risk. The Jefferson County International Airport is a general aviation facility with a single 3000 foot east-west runway at an elevation of 107 feet above sea-level. The City of Port Townsend is within a five-mile radius of the Jefferson County airport, but is not along the take-off and landing flight path; therefore, the probability of a mass casualty event if a plane crashed in this area is small unless the plane itself is a passenger aircraft. There are two Home Owner Associations located along the flight path one each off of either end of the runway, but both are somewhat protected by a ring of hills surrounding the airport. Large passenger aircraft originating from SeaTac Airport in Seattle, and military over flights originating from the region’s numerous military bases add to the possibility of a mass-casualty event if they were to crash in Jefferson County or within the city of Port Townsend. Since these flights are at high altitudes and supersonic speeds, the probability is small that any given aircraft would have a simultaneous combination of problems, direction, and speed to cause it to drop into the few concentrated population areas of Jefferson County. CONCLUSION Although a rare possibility, the catastrophic potential of a major aircraft crash in Jefferson County or the City of Port Townsend cannot be ignored. Significant damage to property, utilities and transportation routes could result. Significant financial impact could occur, as well as the inevitable heavy loss of life. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 296 May 2017 References – AIRCRAFT MISHAP 1. “Air Transportation Crashes”, City of Kent Hazard Identification & Vulnerability Analysis, City of Kent Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, 2015. 2. Quilcene, WA (near) Air Force C141 Crashes Into Olympic Mountains, Mar 1975, The Daily Chronicle Centralia Washington, March 21, 1975. 3. NTSB Incident & Accident Report, Jefferson County International Airport, September 8, 2007 4. Quilcene Air Crash, Peninsula Daily News, July 29, 2013. 5. Q13 Fox News Report, by Q13 News Staff, September 28. 2015. Available at: http://q13fox.com/2015/09/28/fire-officials-two-injured-trapped-in-small-plane-crash-at-port- townsend-golf-course/ 6. “4 victims in plane crash identified; FAA and NTSB still investigating”, Leader Staff, The Port Townsend Leader, December 30, 2016 7. “Aircraft Crash”, Clark County Hazard Identification & Hazard Analysis, Clark County Regional Emergency Services Agency, Clark County, Wa, 2014, p. 47. 8. “All 10 Bodies Found in Washington Plane Crash”, Fox News, October 9, 2007. 9. “No Survivors in Buffalo, NY Commuter Plane Crash”, by Margaret Besheer, www.voanews.com, February 13, 2009. 10. “US Airways airplane crashes in Hudson River – Hero pilot Chesley Sullenberger III saves all aboard”, Burke, Kerry; Donahue, Pete; and Seimaszko, Corky; NY Times, January 16, 2009. Figures - AIRCRAFT MISHAP AM-1 Quilcene Air Crash, Peninsula Daily News, July 29, 2013. Photo by Jefferson County Sherriff’s Office. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 297 May 2017 BANKRUPTCY SUMMARY The Hazard: A large-scale regional or national event such as an earthquake, pandemic, a severe economic recession or depression or simply strategically placed massive incompetence or malfeasance can cause such severe economic disruption as to force a governmental entity into bankruptcy. Impacts and Effects: • Breakdown of governmental institutions • Imperilment of life due to the inability to provide life-support services and medicines • Compromise of immediate response such as emergency shelter, food, water, and medical treatment due to lack of adequate inventories • Impairment of long term recovery if businesses cannot function • Permanent loss of businesses if recovery is delayed • Loss of schools, homes, and businesses as people abandon a moribund geographic area Previous Occurrences: During the period from 1890 to 1893, Port Townsend experienced a severe local depression when the railroads stopped at Seattle and Tacoma rather than continuing all the way to Port Townsend.1 Probability of Future Events: Moderate – In 2008, the U.S. entered into a recession. The Port Townsend paper bill, the largest employer in the area, was teetering on the edge of bankruptcy, and the county had to lay off 13 people to balance its budget. At that time, the city and the county tightened their budgets, laid off people, and restructured some of their operations. Since that time, the local government has stabilized, albeit at a lower level of employment. From time to time, local municipalities and special districts run up against their borrowing capacity due to external mandates or local disasters. The possibility of a bankruptcy scenario is real, although currently circumstances are not as bad as in previous years. The current biggest threat is to the smaller special districts that have assets located in hazard zones and who can experience catastrophic loss very easily. There is also the possibility of another recession within the next 5-years that will again stress local governments. Definition Bankruptcy is a legal status of a person or other entity that cannot repay the debts it owes to creditors. In most jurisdictions, bankruptcy is imposed by a court order often initiated by the debtor.2 Bankruptcy in the United States is governed under the United States Constitution (Article 1, Section 8, Clause 4) which authorizes Congress to enact "uniform Laws on the subject of Bankruptcies throughout the United States." Congress has exercised this authority several times since 1801, most recently by Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 298 May 2017 adopting the Bankruptcy Reform Act of 1978, as amended, codified in Title 11 of the United States Code and commonly referred to as the "Bankruptcy Code" ("Code").3 Chapter 9, Title 11, United States Code is a chapter of the United States Bankruptcy Code, available exclusively to municipalities, that assists them in the restructuring of debts. On July 18, 2013 Detroit, Michigan became the largest city in the history of the United States to file for Chapter 9 Bankruptcy protection. Jefferson County, Alabama, in 2011 and Orange County, California, in 1994 are also notable examples. "The term 'municipality' means political subdivision or public agency or instrumentality of a State."4 A large-scale regional or national event such as an earthquake, pandemic, a severe economic recession or depression or simply strategically placed massive incompetence or malfeasance can cause such severe economic disruption as to force a governmental entity into bankruptcy. Figure BR-1below shows all municipalities filing for Chapter 9 bankruptcy protection during the period 2010 - 2015, along with local governments voting to approve a bankruptcy filing.5 Cities, towns and counties are shown in red. Utility authorities and other municipalities are displayed in gray. Multiple municipalities have filed for bankruptcy in some cities, such as Omaha, Neb., so not all markers are visible. Please note that some listed municipal bankruptcy filings may have been dismissed. Figure BR-1 Bankrupt Cities and Municipalities - 20155 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 299 May 2017 Selected Examples of Municipal Bankruptcies The State of Illinois and the City of Chicago have each been on the brink of bankruptcy for years. As of 2012, there were approximately 640 municipal bankruptcies that had been filed since 1937. Table BR-1 lists some examples of the both the larger municipalities and those in the vicinity of Jefferson County, Washington.6 Table BR-1 Selected Municipal Bankruptcies6 Municipality Date Circumstances Notes Washington Public Power Supply System (WPPSS) 1983 Due to halt in construction of planned nuclear reactors. Orange County, California 1994 $1.7 billion (largest municipal bankruptcy until November 2011, and $3 billion when adjusted for inflation), on interest rate-related losses Prichard, Alabama 1999 Inability to pay pensions. Millport, Alabama 2005 Due to loss of sales tax revenues after factory closing. What would happen if Port Townsend Paper closed? Los Osos, California 2006 Debt related to a wastewater facility. Pierce County Housing Authority, Pierce County, Washington 2008 Residents’ lawsuits due to mold in properties. Jefferson County, Alabama November 2011 November 2011, over $4 billion in debt (largest Chapter 9 bankruptcy until 2013 Detroit bankruptcy filing,) from sewer revenue bonds tainted by an interest rate swap bribery scandal with JPMorgan and county commissioner Larry Langford, and bond insurance credit rating collapse in the late-2000s subprime mortgage crisis, followed by the occupation tax being declared unlawful in Alabama. Placed here for startle reaction because it has the same county name. It can happen here. Detroit, Michigan 2013 A report on the financial health of Detroit was released by Orr in May 2013. The report stated that Detroit is “clearly insolvent on a cash flow basis” and that the city would finish its current fiscal year with a US$162 million cash-flow shortfall. It also stated that the city’s budget deficit would reach $386 million in less than two months and that one-third of the city’s budget was going toward retiree benefits.7 Largest municipal bankruptcy to date, August 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 300 May 2017 History of bankruptcy in Jefferson County, Washington During the late 1880’s, there was a boom period in which Port Townsend leaders thought the city would become the capitol of Washington. In the fiscal year 1884-1885, for example, a larger number of steamships entered and cleared through Port Townsend than in any other port in the United States. In 1889, Port Townsend’s leading real estate speculators created the Port Townsend Southern Railroad with the intention of building a line from Port Townsend to Portland, Oregon. “Port Townsend’s population suddenly swelled to some 7,000. During a brief few years were constructed the majority of mansions and major business buildings revered today for their history.”8 In the spring of 1890 the Port Townsend Southern Railroad negotiated a deal with the Oregon Improvement Company, a subsidiary of Union Pacific, to build the proposed railroad. By the summer of 1891, the line had been built from Port Townsend to Quilcene, but no farther. By Thanksgiving, The Oregon Improvement Company was put into receivership as a combination of bad management and a national depression drove the economy down. “By the time the depression reached panic proportions in 1893, the city’s population had dwindled to some 2,000 souls.”9 Although it did not declare bankruptcy, the Port Townsend economy languished in the doldrums until the 1920’s when the paper mill was built. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND ANALYSIS In 1994, Orange County California declared bankruptcy when their county treasurer of 24 years drove the county into insolvency by “investing” in derivatives to subsidize the county’s reliance on interest income. Leveraged with two dollars borrowed for every dollar of capital, falling interest rates made it impossible to pay back creditors. When the state refused to help the county, it was left with no choice to file Chapter 9 bankruptcy. The circumstances deserve consideration for a number of reasons: • California Proposition 13 had limited local government ability to raise taxes. • In FY94, interest made up 12% of Orange County’s revenues vs. 3% for all other California counties. By FY95, it was intended that interest would be 35% of revenues. • The county turned to riskier investments to offset declining revenues in the face of increasing costs. • County government declared bankruptcy on December 6, 1994. • The state refused to intervene, thus negating an implied moral obligation of states to help their municipalities. • Voters rejected a half-cent sales tax increase as part of a recovery plan. In When Government Fails: The Orange County Bankruptcy, Mark Baldassare identified three conditions necessary for a municipal bankruptcy: political fragmentation, voter distrust, and state fiscal austerity.10 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 301 May 2017 The Jefferson County Washington Parallel In 2009, Jefferson County was experiencing similar financial difficulties as Orange County did in 1994: • Washington Proposition 747 limited the growth of property taxes to1% per year without specific taxpayer approval. Overturned by the State Supreme Court, its provisions were quickly reenacted by the legislature because of public outcry. • A major recession, started by the collapse of the subprime mortgage market, dried up both building permit revenues and interest income to the county. • By the end of February 2007, the county had earned $283,924 in interest income on the $1,094,358 it had collected for the full year. By the end of February 2009, the county had taken in $26,051 in interest income.11 • County voters have rejected two bond measures to fund the building of a new elementary school, thus forcing the consolidation of schools and laying off of teachers. • Washington State was nine billion dollars in the red for the 2010-2011 biennium, and cutting back programs and levels of funding to local governments. Fast forward to 2016, and we see that there still are issues that make local jurisdictions vulnerable to the next downswing in the economy or local and regional natural disasters that cause considerable damage to public or private infrastructure: • The City of Port Townsend is mandated to enhance its water treatment by the Federal government. It is building a new $16 million water treatment facility and an $8 million seismically sound 5 million-gallon water reservoir to replace an existing one that is deteriorating, thus adding significant long-term debt to the city budget12; • The Brinnon Fire Department lost an unmanned station and an engine and related equipment due to flooding in 2015. The Chief, at that time, indicated that they had $14,000 in damage to the engine, a $40,000 bill for flood cleanup, one station closed due to disrepair, and the cost to move the flooded-out station estimated at $1.2 million13; • Port Townsend Paper Corporation, the largest private employer in the county, is built on the shoreline of Port Townsend Bay and is vulnerable to tsunamis. Jefferson County is unique in Washington in that it is becoming a retirement county. Over 56% of the population is over 65 now.14 Over sixty percent of revenues are transfer payments, contingent on the health of the financial markets. The primary commercial sectors of the county economy are the paper mill, a thriving maritime industry, and tourism. The majority of Jefferson County economic assets are north of State Highway 104 on the Quimper peninsula. The Quimper Peninsula has three main arterials, Highway 104, U. S. 101, and the State Ferry System. The loss of any one of these for a significant period of time impacts sales tax and business tax revenues; forces some businesses to close; and puts stress on local government services. Although many states, counties, and municipalities were hard hit by the 2009 recession, circumstances are such that Jefferson County did not reach a tipping point. Jefferson County, however, does show evidence of the precursors that make it vulnerable to entering a bankruptcy scenario. In an emergency management context, this could result in the outsourcing of 9-1-1 capabilities to other counties, the elimination of Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 302 May 2017 emergency management as a separate entity and its being brought back under the auspices of the Sheriff’s Office or outsourced, as well. Emergency services in the county would have to go on an austerity program even as the influx of retirees is putting an increased demand on health and EMT services. Conclusion Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend are vulnerable to significant economic disruptions due to their geography, location and the ease with which they can be isolated. The precursors to municipal bankruptcy are present and suggest that it is possible for circumstances to degrade sufficiently to push area jurisdictions in that direction. Strong cooperation among county and city officials is necessary to weather the storm and prevent a local economic disaster. Any kind of significant disaster event, such as a major earthquake, tsunami, flood or a prolonged loss of power due to failure of the electrical grid, can push Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend and / or any of the special districts over the tipping point and necessitate contemplating bankruptcy. The area is one natural disaster away from a financial disaster. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 303 May 2017 References - BANKRUPTCY 1. Port Townsend: An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing, Inc. 2000, p.292. 2. “Bankruptcy”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bankruptcy 3. “Bankruptcy in the United States” Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bankruptcy_in_the_United_States 4. “Chapter 9, Title 11, United States Code”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chapter_9,_Title_11,_United_States_Code 5. “Bankrupt Cities, Municipalities List and Map”, Governing, Last Updated August 2015, Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.governing.com/gov-data/municipal-cities-counties- bankruptcies-and-defaults.html 6. “Partial List of Municipal Bankruptcies”, Chapter 9, Title 11, United States Code, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chapter_9,_Title_11,_United_States_Code 7. “Detroit Bankruptcy”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Detroit_bankruptcy 8. Port Townsend: An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing, Inc. 2000, p.292. 9. Ibid. 10. When Government Fails: The Orange County Bankruptcy – A Policy Summary, Marc Baldassare, Public Policy Institute of California, Sacramento, Ca. March 18, 1998. 11. Auditor: “No Longer Pollyanna’ in terms of the budget, Allison Arthur, Port Townsend Leader, March 11, 2009. 12. Water Treatment & Reservoir, Capital Projects, Department of Public Works, Port Townsend City of Port Townsend Website, Accessed: August 2016. Available at: https://ptdrinkingwaterprojects.wordpress.com/schedule-and-funding/ 13. Email from Chief of Brinnon Fire Department, Patrick Nicholson, to the Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator detailing the financial circumstances the department was in due to the winter’s flooding, dated February 11, 2015. 14. County Growth Management Population Projections by Age and Sex: 2010-2040, Forecasting Division, State of Washington Office of Financial Management, August 2012, p6. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 304 May 2017 Tables - BANKRUPTCY BR-1 Selected Municipal Bankruptcies Figures - BANKRUPTCY BR-1 Bankrupt Cities and Municipalities - 2015 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 305 May 2017 CIVIL DISTURBANCE1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Any incident that disrupts a community to the degree that police intervention is required to maintain public safety is a civil disturbance or civil disorder. Demonstrations, riots, strikes, public nuisances, domestic disputes, terrorism, and/or criminal activities fall into this category. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of property • Closure of businesses • Looting • Arson • Long term divisiveness in the community • Adverse impacts on tourism and economic development • Increased demands on law enforcement and emergency response resources • Increased demands on mental health resources Previous Occurrences: Multiple domestic disputes, criminal activities, and public nuisances occur each month and are routinely dealt with by local law enforcement authorities. In 1998, the Washington State EOC was activated in response to the Makah Indian Nation proposed whale-hunting activities at Neah Bay. Probability of Future Events: High – The broad definition assures occurrences. Even with a narrow definition, local schools receive bomb threats once or twice a year, and local peace groups hold periodic sit-ins at the front gate of U.S. Navy Magazine – Indian Island. Figure CD-1 - Sit-in at U.S. Navy Magazine – Indian Island (NAVMAG) Entrance2 37 people were arrested at Indian Island, a naval base near Port Townsend, Washington. The protest was one of many carried out across the country as part of a national "Declaration of Peace" campaign, which calls for a comprehensive plan for withdrawal from Iraq and opposition to future invasions of other countries. The arrests were witnessed by over 350 supporters who participated in a 4 mile peace march to the navy base, which is the main weapons shipping depot on the west coast.2 Source: DeclarationofPeaceWaBlogspot.com Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 306 May 2017 DEFINITION3 Any incident that disrupts a community to the degree that police intervention is required to maintain public safety is a civil disturbance or civil disorder. Demonstrations, riots, strikes, public nuisances, domestic disputes, terrorism, and/or criminal activities fall into this category. The hazard could surface in any community, and can be sparked by disagreements ranging from simple family disturbances to political, racial, belief, social and economic differences that escalated beyond an exchange of words. HISTORY OF CIVIL DISTURBANCES IN JEFFERSON COUNTY Jefferson County has not experienced the violence associated with riots occurring in nearby Seattle in the 1990s. In Seattle, a small-scale riot occurred after the 1992 Rodney King verdict. After the jury’s decision was announced small groups of people roamed downtown Seattle streets smashing windows, lighting dumpster fires and overturning cars. In 1999, during the World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference, riots resulting in injury and death of participants and bystanders occurred. The City of Seattle declared an emergency and the Governor signed a proclamation of emergency allowing commitment of state resources to support affected local jurisdictions. In 1998, the Washington State EOC was activated in response to the Makah Indian Nation proposed whale- hunting activities at Neah Bay. At the request of the Clallam County Sheriff, the State of Washington provided resources from the National Guard, Washington State Patrol, Department of Fish and Wildlife, Department of Natural Resources and Emergency Management Division to control disturbances between protestors and residents. County High Schools including Port Townsend, Chimacum, and Quilcene have all had bomb scares and have had instances of students bringing weapons to school. Following the Columbine High School experience in Colorado, such incidents have been approached with intense seriousness. Although nothing approaching the level of Columbine has occurred, school officials are aware and cognizant of the possibilities. As the conflict in Iraq became more of a certainty, several protesting groups promised “civil disobedience”. While the larger marches were held in Seattle and Tacoma, there was vocal opposition evident in Jefferson County. Participants did not resort to violence, but wherever there are strong opposing views, the potential existed for words and signs to be replaced by more violent activities. The Naval Magazine (NAVMAG) continues to be the main target for low-level demonstrations. Figure CD-2 shows a group of peace marchers that started their trek at the NAVMAG gate and marched to the Pope Marine Park in Port Townsend, a distance of about nine miles.4 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 307 May 2017 Figure CD-2 - A Peace March from NAVMAG to Port Townsend.4 Source: Port Townsend Leader HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT Civil disturbances are divisive, often complex in their origin, and are possible in nearly every community in the nation. As the population continues to grow, so will the concentrations of ethnic groups, varied perspectives, and disparate economic status. Jefferson County has experienced a growth rate that has outpaced the rest of the State of Washington. Diverse philosophies exist in county residents. As the economy fluctuates due to economic realities of declining fishing and forest industries, emotions tend to run high. Tourism, a major source of revenue for county businesses could be affected by an increasing potential or the actual developments of civil disturbances. That being said, the Peace Movement in Port Townsend tends to be just that – peaceful. The city is somewhat unique in that it has a significant military establishment, the Naval Magazine on Indian Island, across from a city that was discovered and populated by the “Hippie” generation in the 70’s, and who are now many of the senior citizens. Generally, everyone is tolerant of each other’s views, and protests tend to be lawful. If circumstances were to arise in which outsiders came in to cause a problem because of some kind of incident, the city and / or county would have to ask for outside help in dealing with it. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 308 May 2017 CONCLUSION The potential for civil disturbances exists in Jefferson County. Main participants might not be residents of the county. County law enforcement resources are aware and have practiced response scenarios if such disturbances occur. References – CIVIL DISTURBANCE 1. The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 48-50. 2. “37 Arrested at Indian Island Naval Base to Protest the Occupation of Iraq”, by Liz Revera Goldstein, DeclarationofPeaceWA Blogspot, 9/23/2006. Unattributed Photo. Available at: http://declarationofpeacewa.blogspot.com/2006/09/37-arrested-at-indian-island-naval.html 3. The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, p. 48. 4. “A Peace March from NAVMAG to Port Townsend”, Photo by Nicholas Johnson, Published in the Port Townsend Leader, January 20, 2016 Figures - CIVIL DISTURBANCE CD-1 Sit-in at U.S, Navy Magazine – Indian Island Entrance CD-2 A Peace March from NAVMAG to Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 309 May 2017 DAM FAILURE1 SUMMARY The Hazard: “A dam is a barrier across flowing water that obstructs, directs or slows down the flow, often creating a reservoir, lake or impoundments. Most dams have a section called a spillway or weir over which, or through which, water flows, either intermittently or continuously, and some have hydroelectric power generation systems installed.”2 A levee is an embankment raised to prevent a river from overflowing. Levees are also small ridges or raised areas bordering an irrigated field. A dike is an embankment built along the shore of a sea or lake or beside a river to hold back the water and prevent flooding.3 “Dams are considered "installations containing dangerous forces" under International Humanitarian Law due to the massive impact of a possible destruction on the civilian population and the environment.”4 Dam failure is the uncontrolled release of impounded water resulting in downstream flooding that can affect life and property. Flooding, earthquakes, blockages, landslides, lack of maintenance, improper operation, poor construction, vandalism or terrorism can cause dam failures. Dam failures are comparatively rare, but can cause immense damage and loss of life when they occur.5 Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of homes and businesses • Loss or long-term disruption to water supplies • Firefighting water sources adversely impacted • Business depending on large quantities of water severely impacted • Road and bridge washouts • Loss of crops and livestock • Damage or destruction of salmon streams • Damage or loss of recreation facilities • Loss of jobs due to damaged equipment and facilities Previous Occurrences: Dam failure has not been a major concern for the residents of Jefferson County. There has been no history of lives lost, property loss, or other damage as the result of dam failures. Probability of Future Events: Low – Increasing to Moderate. Regular inspections mitigate the possibility of a spontaneous dam failure without an external factor. A severe earthquake could cause the destruction of any given dam but the probability of a severe earthquake is low, even as the consequences are high. The National Inventory of Dams (NID) contains information on approximately 79,000 dams throughout the U.S. that are more than 25 feet high, hold more than 50 acre-feet of water, or are considered a significant hazard if they fail. The current National Inventory for Dams for Jefferson County lists 4 dams that meet that criteria6. Table DF-1 shows the four Jefferson County dams listed on the inventory7. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 310 May 2017 Definition Dam failure is the uncontrolled release of impounded water resulting in downstream flooding that can affect life and property. Flooding, earthquakes, blockages, landslides, lack of maintenance, improper operation, poor construction, vandalism or terrorism can cause dam failures. “All dams are assigned a high, significant, or low hazard classification based on potential of loss of life and damage to property should the dam fail. This classification is considered the Dam Hazard, and indicates the potential hazard to the downstream area resulting from failure or mis-operation of the dam or facilities. Classifications are updated based on development and changing demographics upstream and downstream. Washington State describes each of the different hazard classifications as follows: • Low - A dam where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental loss. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property. • Significant - A dam where failure or mis-operation results in the potential of one to six losses of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. These dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be located in areas with more dense populations and significant infrastructure. • High - A dam where failure or mis-operation will probably cause a potential loss of greater than seven human lives.”8 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 311 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 312 May 2017 Figure DF-1 - Location of Port Townsend Paper ASB Pond Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 313 May 2017 Figure DF-2 - Location of Lords Lake East Dam Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 314 May 2017 Figure DF-3 - Location of Big Lake Outlet Structure Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 315 May 2017 Figure DF-4 - Location of Lords Lake North Dam Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 316 May 2017 Table DF-2 - Downstream Hazard Classifications9 The Washington Department of Ecology Dam Safety Section has five dams listed on its state inventory of dams for Jefferson County. Shown below in Table DF-3, two are listed as High risk (Cat. 1A), and one is listed as Significant risk (Cat. 2), and two are listed as Low risk (Cat. 3).10 History of Dam Failure in Jefferson County Dam failure has not been a major concern for the residents of Jefferson County. There has been no history of lives lost, property loss, or other damage as the result of dam failures. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 317 May 2017 Table DF-3 - Jefferson County Dams listed in the WA Department of Ecology State Dam Inventory Source: Wa Dept of Ecology HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT There are two publicly owned, and three privately owned dams of consequence in the county. Both publicly- owned dams are property of the City of Port Townsend. Morgan Hill Reservoir, which is at the highest point in the City of Port Townsend, also used to be on the list. It was categorized as a Category 1A, High Downstream Hazard Potential because it is in the middle of the city. It no longer meets state standards, so the reservoir is left dry and its risk of a downstream catastrophe is nil. The City intends to surplus the property in the future. The Lords Lake East and Lords Lake North dams are categorized as having a “High Downstream Hazard Potential” with a population risk of 31 – 300. Economic loss that could result if these dams were to fail is rated as extreme with 11-100 inhabited structures downstream of the dam. High hazard dams (dams located upstream of three or more residences) are supposed to be inspected on a 6-year inspection cycle. Figure DF-5, below, shows that a failure of the Lords Lake East Dam has the potential to inundate a significant portion of the Quilcene area of Jefferson County.11 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 318 May 2017 Figure DF-5 – Lord’s Lake East Dam Failure Inundation Zone11 Source: Jefferson County GIS Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 319 May 2017 All of the State’s 116 high hazard dams have previously been inspected, although during the years of 1999-2000, some of the inspections were deferred due to heavy workloads in plan reviews and construction inspections of new projects. Previous history, inspections, and information received by the Department of Ecology, however, indicated that Jefferson County’s dams did not have significant safety deficiencies. As a result, the Washington State Department of Ecology’s “2000 Report to the Legislature—Status of High and Significant Hazard Dams in Washington State with Safety Deficiencies” does not indicate that these dams have significant safety deficiencies. In general, periodic inspections and follow-up engineering analysis are conducted to: • Identify defects, especially due to aging • Evaluate dam operations and maintenance • Assess dam structural integrity and stability • Assess the stability of dam structures under earthquake conditions Inspections look not only at the dam, but also at the downstream development that has taken place to ensure that encroachment into the area project to be flooded in the event of a dam failure has not taken place. Such encroachment would change the hazard classification. The State Dam Safety Office is also attempting to examine smaller dams such as city’s old reservoir systems. These dams were often built many years before stringent requirements were in place. The State Dam Safety Office is attempting to get these smaller dams on a schedule for comprehensive inspections and repair as well. While the failure of projects with a high potential for loss of life and property is remote, the number of failures of low hazard projects that provide important infrastructure roles may be on the rise. Conclusion Three state statues deal with safety of dams and other hydraulic structures: Chapters 43.21A, 86.16, and 90.03 RCW. These laws provide authority to approve plans for dams but also to inspect hydraulic works and require appropriate changes in maintenance and operation. Periodic inspections are the primary tool for detecting deficiencies at dams that could lead to failure. Periodic inspections help identify dams where significant development has occurred downstream resulting in the need for more stringent building and planning codes due to greater population at risk. County building permits consider dams in the permit process. It is noteworthy that a dam’s classification can move from Significant Risk (Cat. 2) to High Risk (Cat. 1A), not because the dam is becoming structurally unsound, but rather because there is more development downstream that can be damaged in a breach. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 320 May 2017 References – DAM FAILURE 1. “Dam Failure”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 51-53. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Jefferson%20Co%20HIVA%202011.pdf 2. “Dam Failure”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dam_failure 3. “Dam Safety Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, August 2012, Tab 5.12, p.3. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Dam_Safety_Hazard_Profile.pdf 4. “Dam Failure”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dam_failure 5. Ibid. 6. “Dam Safety Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, August 2012, Tab 5.12, p.4. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Dam_Safety_Hazard_Profile.pdf 7. NID Interactive Report, http://nid.usace.army.mil/cm_apex/f?p=838:4:0::NO 8. “Dam Safety Hazard Profile”, Washington State Enhanced Mitigation Plan, Washington Military Department, Emergency Management Division, August 2012, Tab 5.12, p.6. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT-PLAN/Dam_Safety_Hazard_Profile.pdf 9. Ibid. 10. Inventory of Dams in the State of Washington, by Dam Safety Section, Washington Department of Ecology, Publication 94-016, November 2015. Accessed August, 2016. Available at: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/SummaryPages/94016.html 11. Lords Lake Inundation Zone, Jefferson County GIS, 2009. Tables - DAM FAILURE DF-1 “Jefferson County Dams Listed on the National Inventory of Dams”, National Inventory of Dams, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, NID Interactive Report, http://nid.usace.army.mil/cm_apex/f?p=838:4:0::NO DF-2 Downstream Hazard Classification Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 321 May 2017 Figures - DAM FAILURE DF-1 Location of Port Townsend Paper ASB Pond, National Inventory of Dams, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, CorpsMap, http://nid.usace.army.mil/ DF-2 Location of Lords Lake East Dam, National Inventory of Dams, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, CorpsMap, http://nid.usace.army.mil/ DF-3 Location of Big Lake Outlet Structure, National Inventory of Dams, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, CorpsMap, http://nid.usace.army.mil/ DF-4 Location of Lords Lake North Dam, National Inventory of Dams, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, CorpsMap, http://nid.usace.army.mil/ DF-5 Lord’s Lake East Dam Failure Inundation Zone, Jefferson County GIS Department. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 322 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 323 May 2017 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS INCIDENT1 SUMMARY The Hazard: “A hazardous material is any item or agent (biological, chemical, radiological, and/or physical), which has the potential to cause harm to humans, animals, or the environment, either by itself or through interaction with other factors.”2 Impacts and Effects: Any or all of the following could occur: illness and injuries, loss of life, first responders, population and workers at risk until abatement is effective; explosions resulting in destruction and fires; permanent loss of fishing, clam beds, and oyster beds from chemical spills; loss of recreation sites and tourism; potential contamination of water supplies, business closures; long term loss of property use; potential lawsuits tying up property and funding for years. Previous Occurrences: Hazardous material spills occur frequently with varying degrees of response necessitated. The last significant response was in 2008 when a leak developed in a propane truck. Nearby restaurants and a school were evacuated and State Highway 19 was closed until the situation was brought under control. Probability of Future Events: High – Hazardous material spills happen 25 – 30 times per year. Most are small and are not reportable. The State Department of Ecology requires spills to be reported if they are over 25 gallons. Definition: The production, use, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous material substances and wastes, places the public and the environment at significant risk. A release may occur by spilling, leaking, emitting toxic vapors, or any other process that enables the materials to escape its container, enter the environment, and create a potential hazard. The nature and extent of this risk is difficult to determine as the process involved in hazardous materials and toxic waste management are dynamic. Many federal laws and regulations exist to manage the manufacture, utilization, and disposal of hazardous materials. “Hazardous materials are defined and regulated in the United States primarily by laws and regulations administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Each has its own definition of a "hazardous material." OSHA's definition includes any substance or chemical which is a "health hazard" or "physical hazard," including: chemicals which are carcinogens, toxic agents, irritants, corrosives, sensitizers; agents which act on the hematopoietic system; agents which damage the lungs, skin, eyes, or mucous membranes; chemicals which are combustible, explosive, flammable, oxidizers, pyrophorics, unstable-reactive or water-reactive; and chemicals which in the course of normal handling, use, or storage may produce or release dusts, gases, fumes, vapors, mists or smoke which may have any of the previously mentioned characteristics. (Full definitions can be found at 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.1200.) EPA incorporates the OSHA definition, and adds any item or chemical which can cause harm to people, plants, or animals when released by spilling, leaking, pumping, pouring, emitting, emptying, discharging, injecting, escaping, leaching, dumping or disposing into the environment. (40 CFR 355 contains a list of over 350 hazardous and extremely hazardous substances.) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 324 May 2017 DOT defines a hazardous material as any item or chemical which, when being transported or moved in commerce, is a risk to public safety or the environment, and is regulated as such under its Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration regulations (49 CFR 100-199), which includes the Hazardous Materials Regulations (49 CFR 171-180). In addition, hazardous materials in transport are regulated by the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code; Dangerous Goods Regulations of the International Air Transport Association; Technical Instructions of the International Civil Aviation Organization; and U.S. Air Force Joint Manual, Preparing Hazardous Materials for Military Air Shipments.”3 History of Hazardous Materials Spills Affecting Jefferson County Data reported to Jefferson County about occurrences happening to hazardous materials averages from 25 to 30 per year. Clean up is the responsibility of the spiller; however the spiller or waste-dumper may not be known. Occurrences have ranged from marine oil spills during bunkering operations to spilled fuel or oil on the road from accidents or overturned containers. Calls are received regarding illegal burning, propane leaks, illegal dumping, blasting caps, sewage, and many other various incidents. Figure HM-1 shows total reported spills by county for the period 2000 to 2007.4 Jefferson County is among the lower risk counties, but probably because there are far fewer chemical facilities to present opportunities. Figure HM-2 shows the number of facilities and chemicals by county for 2012.5 Figure HM-1 - Total Spills Reported by County for 2000 - 20074 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 325 May 2017 Figure HM-2 - Facilities and Chemicals by County for 20125 During the Persian Gulf operations known as “Desert Storm” and during Operation Iraqi Freedom, several thousand tons of explosive passed through eastern Jefferson County between the Hood Canal Bridge and Naval Magazine Indian Island. The type of cargo that is loaded/offloaded at NAVMAG Indian Island is primarily ammunition (e.g., bombs, bullets and missiles). Contract trucks and trailers made several trips each day moving materials between Indian Island and Naval installations in Kitsap County. Trucks moving hazardous materials to Port Angeles and locations in Clallam County often also transit Jefferson County roads. Illegal drug labs encountered by state and local agencies increased dramatically from 38 in 1990 to 1,890 in 2001 at its peak, to 92 in 2010. Ecology is responsible for handling and disposing of hazardous substances found at illegal drug lab sites.6 The cumulative number for Jefferson County was 44 through 2012, the last year that Ecology has posted on its website. Figure HM-3 below shows the cumulative reports through 2011.7 Table HM-1 breaks out the number of clandestine labs reported by year through 2012.8 While the absolute numbers for Jefferson County look low compared to King County and the more heavily populated counties, Table HM-2 shows that the cumulative number of labs reported in the more rural counties of the Olympic Peninsula are actually higher on a per capita basis that for the urban areas.9 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 326 May 2017 Figure HM-3 - Clandestine Drug Lab and Dumps by County7 Nearly all of Washington’s clandestine drug labs manufacture methamphetamine – also called meth, crystal, crank, or speed. Figure HM-4 shows the totals from Table HM-1 in graphic form. Law enforcement intelligence indicates the recent decline from 2001 through 2012 may correspond with inexpensive drugs manufactured in Mexico and entering the United States.10 Heroin usage is on the increase again. The less populated counties near good transportation routes provide havens for drug manufacture and transportation because they do not have the resources focus heavily on drug interdiction. This is exacerbated by the making of marijuana available legally for recreational use. It has encouraged “drug tourism” and an influx of transients looking for easy access to marijuana. This, in turn, has resulted in a degradation of community facilities as the parks and public areas become trashed with hazardous materials. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 327 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 328 May 2017 Table HM-2 - Drug Lab Reports Per Capita Olympic Peninsula and King County1990 - 20129 Drug Labs Reported Per 1000 Population Olympic Peninsula and King County County Meth Labs Reported 1999 -2012 Population 2011 Labs/Per 1000 Population 2011 Clallam 37 72,000 0.51 Grays Harbor 262 73,150 3.58 Jefferson 44 30,175 1.46 King 1,685 1,957,000 0.86 Kitsap 322 254500 1.27 Mason 232 61,450 3.78 Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Figure HM-4 - Meth Labs Reported by Year10 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 329 May 2017 Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment Areas at risk for hazardous materials transportation incidents lie along highways, pipelines, rivers, and seaport areas. These risks are compounded by natural hazards (e.g. earthquakes, floods, and severe storms). Each incident’s impact and resulting response depends on a multitude of interrelated variables that range from the quantity and specific characteristic of the material to the conditions of the release and area/population centers involved. The county Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) was established under the provisions of the State and Federal law (The Community Emergency Planning and Community Right-to- Know Act-- EPCRA). The purpose of the LEPC is to coordinate the development of emergency plans and procedures for dealing with a hazardous materials incident. The committee’s charter is to conduct hazard identification, vulnerability analysis, and risk management activities. Additionally, they are chartered to develop and maintain emergency response plans appropriate to hazardous materials based on the volumes and types of substances found in, or transported through their jurisdictions. The risk of both spills and clandestine drug labs and usage is increasing as the recent oil boom results in oil transportation for export and the advent of recreational drug laws encourages the development of a drug production industry in the rural areas. Conclusion The Hazardous Material Emergency Preparedness (HMEP) Grant of 1998 made it possible for Jefferson County to revise plans to address the mandates of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act (SARA) and EPCRA. For major marine oil and hazardous material spills, the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (ACP) will be used for all responses. It combines the resources of the local, State, and Federal governments. Two Geographic Response Plans (GRPs) cover the shorelines of Jefferson County, specifically the Washington Outer Coast and Hood Canal/Admiralty Inlet. They include resource priorities, protection and clean-up strategies, and local logistical information. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 330 May 2017 References – HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENT 1. “Hazardous Materials”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 58-59. 2. “What are Hazardous Materials?”, About IHMM, Institute of Hazardous Materials Management, Accessed August, 2016. Available at: http://www.ihmm.org/about-ihmm/what-are-hazardous-materials 3. Ibid. 4. Figure 5.13-1 Total Spills Reported by County, “Hazardous Materials Profile”, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, October 2010, Tab 5.13, p. 10. 5. Figure 5.13-0-4 County HazMat Facilities and Chemicals, “Hazardous Materials Profile”, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, October 2010, Tab 5.13, p. 6. 6. “Hazardous Materials Profile”, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, October 2010, Tab 5.13, p. 11. 7. Figure 5.13-9 Clandestine Drug Lab and Dumps Reported by County, “Hazardous Materials Profile”, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, October 2010, Tab 5.13, p. 11. 8. “Clandestine Drug Lab and Dump Site Cleanup Activity 1990 through 2012”, Programs, Washington State Department of Ecology, CountyTable 1990 to 2012. Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/spills/response/drug_labs/CountyTable1990%20to2012.pdf 9. “Drug Lab Reports Per Capita”, by Ken Horvath, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, August 2016. 10. “Meth Labs Reported by Year”, Washington Department of Ecology, CountyTable 1990 to 2012. Accessed August 2016. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/spills/response/drug_labs/CountyTable1990%20to2012.pdf Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 331 May 2017 Tables - HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENT HM-1 Total Spills Reported by County for 2000 – 2007 HM-2 Drug Labs Reported per Capita for Olympic Peninsula and King County Figures - HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INCIDENT HM-1 Total Spills Reported by County for 2000 - 2007 HM-2 Facilities and Chemicals by County for 2012 HM-3 Cumulative Drug Labs and Dumps Reported 1999-2011 HM-4 Drug Labs Reported by Year 1999 - 2011 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 332 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 333 May 2017 MAJOR FIRE ACTIVITY SUMMARY The Hazard: Major fire activities are generally associated with urban settings, even in rural communities. Urban fires are fires in cities and towns with the potential to rapidly spread to adjoining structures. These fires damage and destroy homes, schools, commercial buildings, and vehicles. By “major”, we are excluding single structure fires unless they are of special note; we are including fires that were significant for their time. Impacts and Effects: Any or all of the following: • loss of life, • loss of property, • extensive damage to business and homes, • overtaxed emergency response system, • overtaxed healthcare provider system; and • long term, costly cleanup of damage. Previous Occurrences: Port Townsend has had its share of major fires. The most famous recent urban fire is the Aldrich Market Fire in which the oldest continuously operating grocery store in the state was destroyed in the City of Port Townsend in August of 2003. This was started by teenagers playing with fireworks in an outside stairwell. The building has been rebuilt, but condominiums have replaced the heritage seed business which occupied the second story. The seed company, which collected and propagated rare seeds from plants thought lost, had its entire collection destroyed. It never recovered from the loss. Figure MF-1 - Aldrich Market Fire Source: http://www.burkedigitalpix.com/ © The Leader Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 334 May 2017 Table MF-1, below, provides a look at how the city and nearby communities have fared with major urban fires. Table MF-1 Significant Fires in Port Townsend and Vicinity History Date Name Circumstances 09/06/1885 Downtown Fire Started in a blacksmith shop. Burned down all buildings (20) between Water, Washington, Taylor and Tyler streets1. 08/21/1886 Leland School House Fire Embers from a near-by forest fire ignited the school house and burned it to the ground, along with the books and furniture. The school term, nearly over, was postponed indefinitely2. 06/17/1900 Uptown Fire of 1900 The entire block between Lawrence, Clay, Tyler and Polk streets burned down. Firefighters were delayed because a citizen who spotted the fire couldn’t find the key to open the alarm box. Keys were kept at nearby residences at the time3. 09/24/1900 Downtown Fire of 1900 The entire block currently occupied by the west half of Memorial Field was burned to the ground after a fire was touched off by the carelessness of one of the city’s “soiled doves.4” 07/08/1914 The “Green Light” Fire The fire originated in a house of ill repute behind city hall, about six feet from the old fire department headquarters. The “Green Light” was a total loss. The mayor had employees ready to remove city records if city hall caught fire5. 04/06/1923 W. H. Learned Opera House Probably caused by a pyromaniac that was active that year6. 06/23/1923 Eisenbeis Hotel Burned to the ground. Probably caused by a pyromaniac that was active that year7. 10/31/1959 Quilcene Halloween Fire A fire broke out in the 71-year old Linger Longer Lodge at around mid-night on Halloween. Telephone lines were down, so the fire department wasn’t notified and didn’t arrive until it was too late to save the structure8. 12/27/1959 The Hill & Landes Fire Two commercial buildings, the Hill & Landes building and the Sheehan & Seavey Building, were destroyed by a fire that breached their common wall9. 08/03/2003 Aldrich’s Market Fire Billed as the “worst commercial fire since 1959”. Aldrich’s Market was the oldest continuously operating grocery store in the state, having been founded in 1895. The fire was started by children playing with fireworks in an outside stairwell that led to businesses on the second story of the market. The Heritage Seed Company, which collected seeds from rare plants for propagation, lost all of its collection and went out of business. Aldrich’s Market reopened in 2005, and continues to be the oldest grocery store in the state that has operated under the same trade name.10 Probability of Future Events: Moderate – Although Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend have had major structure fires, conditions were not conducive to spread the fire to other buildings. County fire departments and the City of Port Townsend Fire Department have used rapid response, excellent training, and have exercised mutual aid agreements to prevent large fires from developing into a conflagration. Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Port Townsend is a Victorian Seaport with its business district listed in the Registry of National Historic Sites. For decades, nobody had the money to tear down or replace the structures that people were Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 335 May 2017 abandoning during a local depression in the late 1800s, until it became fashionable to preserve and restore them. Thus many homes and buildings in this small city are over 100-years old, while many “newer” homes are easily over 50-years old. Many homes and business structures were constructed prior to the time that construction and fire safety codes were in place and actively enforced. Many older residences are equipped with original wiring, making electrical systems a potential source of ignition. In older neighborhoods, houses are often very close together, lack sprinkler systems, and are conducive to rapidly spreading fire. A significant number of old industrial/business facilities have not been retrofitted with new electrical infrastructure or fire extinguishing sprinklers. Regular fire inspection of residences is non-existent, however recent hiring of fire prevention specialists and fire code inspectors will go far in addressing this situation before it becomes a problem. Water systems in older residential areas are aging. Some systems may fail to meet demands for fire protection water availability. Land use planning and system upgrades must be addressed in these areas. Residential area roads are often narrow and prevent the response of adequate fire apparatus. In areas where newer industrial and business buildings are located, these structures are reasonably secure from destruction in the case of a spreading urban fire. New industrial buildings are generally constructed of fire resistant materials, protected with automatic sprinkler systems, and have reasonable spacing between the structures. Although a major fire could occur in such facilities, it would not spread as quickly between neighboring structures. The Uniform Fire Code has required sprinklers in certain industrial and business buildings since 1985. As older buildings have been remodeled and reconfigured to accommodate shops and downtown hotels, they were required to meet more stringent fire codes as well. Although Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend have had major structure fires, conditions are no longer conducive to spreading the fire to other buildings. County fire departments, which have absorbed the City of Port Townsend Fire Department, have used rapid response, excellent training, and have exercised mutual aid agreements to prevent large fires from developing into a conflagration. More stringent enforcement of fire codes has helped ensure reliability of the facilities’ defenses. As the county has grown, fire districts have become better equipped and have more paid full-time firefighters on the staff. Fire stations are still located great distances apart; however, much improvement has been experienced over the past decade. Nevertheless, there are always scenarios in which firefighting resources can be stretched to their limits. Port Townsend has no gas pipelines, but it does have hundreds of propane tanks. It is not inconceivable to have an earthquake break the connections of many propane tanks and have several explode and cause fires. In addition, the earthquake could break the single water line from the city reservoir to Port Townsend and also damage the 5 million-gallon reservoir that the city currently uses. In one fell swoop, there could be multiple fires with casualties at the same time water to put out the fires is cut off. It is a low probability scenario, but one that is well within the bounds of possibility. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 336 May 2017 Conclusion Multiple structure fires are an ever-present danger in all parts of the county. Jefferson County needs to continue public education on fire safety, fire alarms, and fire response. The County must continue its efforts in ensuring fire codes are appropriate and enforced. The current system to bring water to Port Townsend and to store it is being seismically retrofitted or replaced, depending on the conditions of the existing infrastructure. References – MAJOR FIRE 1. Port Townsend An Illustrated History of Shanghaiing, Shipwrecks, Soiled Doves and Sundry Souls, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing Inc., 2000, p. 246. 2. Ibid., 246. 3. Ibid., 236. 4. Ibid., 237. 5. Ibid., 242. 6. Ibid. 7. Ibid. 8. Ibid., 247 9. Port Townsend The City that Whiskey Built, Thomas W. Camfield, Ah Tom Publishing Inc., 2002, p. 289. 10. Aldrich’s Market, “On the Hill A History of the Uptown Business District”, Pam McCollum Clise, 1995 (Updated in 2007.) Tables - MAJOR FIRE MF-1 Significant Fires in Port Townsend and Vicinity History Figures - MAJOR FIRE MF-1 Aldrich Market Fire Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 337 May 2017 MAJOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY SUMMARY The Hazard: Any incident that disrupts a community to the degree that police intervention is required to maintain public safety is a major law enforcement activity. In small jurisdictions, such as Jefferson County or the City of Port Townsend, this could be a hostage incident, bank robbery, bomb incident, civil disturbance or civil disorder, or a major natural disaster requiring significant control of an area. Many of the other hazards addressed in this Plan include a major law enforcement component in reacting to the event. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of property • Closure of businesses • Looting • Arson • Long term divisiveness in the community • Adverse impacts on tourism and economic development • Increased demands on law enforcement and emergency response resources • Increased demands on mental health Previous Occurrences: There are bomb scares at city and county schools two to three times a year, but none have been real so far. There are regular public displays of anti-war protest groups such as the “Raging Grannies”, but again, everything is normally orderly and friendly. In 2009, there was a double-homicide with arson to hide the crime. Probability of Future Events: High – The increase of illegal methamphetamine production and distribution in rural areas such as Jefferson County serve to increase the probability of future incidents necessitating major law enforcement activity. By 2016, the prevalence of cell phone videos and the 24- hour news cycles on the internet exacerbated police mistakes and/or malfeasance across the nation until there was a violent national reaction from the black community to any police shootings. In some cities police are being ambushed and murdered. On August 14, 2016, there were reports of rioting and cars being set on fire in Milwaukee, Wisconsin as a reaction to police shooting of an armed suspect after a police foot chase.1 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 338 May 2017 © Calvin Mattheis / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel A car burns after violence erupted during a standoff between police and an angry crowd near N. 44th St. and W. Auer Ave. Definition Any incident that disrupts a community to the degree that police intervention is required to maintain public safety is a major police activity, civil disturbance or civil disorder. Demonstrations, riots, strikes, public nuisances, domestic disputes, terrorism, and/or criminal activities can all fall into this category. The hazard could surface in any community, and can be sparked by disagreements ranging from simple family disturbances to political, racial, belief, social and economic differences History of Major Police Activity in Jefferson County Jefferson County has not experienced the violence associated with riots occurring in nearby Seattle in the 1990s. In Seattle, a small-scale riot occurred after the 1992 Rodney King verdict. After the jury’s decision was announced small groups of people roamed downtown Seattle streets smashing windows, lighting dumpster fires and overturning cars. In 1999, during the World Trade Organization Ministerial Conference, riots resulting in injury and death of participants and bystanders occurred. The City of Seattle declared an emergency and the Governor signed a proclamation of emergency allowing commitment of state resources to support affected local jurisdictions. In 1998, the Washington State EOC was activated in response to the Makah Indian Nation proposed whale-hunting activities at Neah Bay. At the request of the Clallam County Sheriff, the State of Washington provided resources from the National Guard, Washington State Patrol, Department of Fish and Wildlife, Department of Natural Resources and Emergency Management Division to control disturbances between protestors and residents. County High Schools including Port Townsend, Chimacum, and Quilcene have all had bomb scares and have had instances of students bringing weapons to school. Following the Columbine High School Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 339 May 2017 experience in Colorado, such incidents have been approached with intense seriousness. Although nothing approaching the level of Columbine has occurred, school officials are aware and cognizant of the possibilities. In 2009, a double-homicide with arson to cover up the crime in the Quilcene area became the focal point of major police and fire activity. The alleged perpetrator was caught within 24-hours, but the continued drain of law enforcement resources to process the crime scene and build a case had budgetary impact on county operations. June 2013 – A school employee doing maintenance at Blue Heron Middle School discovered a pipe bomb that had been brought to the school in the 1990s. He transported the device to the Port Townsend Police Station, which is housed in a former school building that now contains community service organizations. The police, the YMCA, Red Cross, food bank, city swimming pool, parts of the Port Townsend Library, and KPTZ-FM radio are all housed there and had to be evacuated until the Washington State Police bomb squad could be activated and transported to the scene – a two-hour trip from its station. The State Patrol bomb squad safely detonated the device.2 Figure MP-2 – Pipe Bomb Incident – June 28, 20132 A maintenance worker in a Blue Heron Middle School classroom found this pipe bomb on June 28. The worker transported the device to the Port Townsend Police Department at Mountain View Commons about 10:45 a.m. The campus was evacuated because of dangers associated with the device and hazardous chemicals that were also found at Blue Heron and transported to Mountain View. As of 1:22 p.m., the Washington State Patrol bomb squad had detonated the pipe device to destroy it. Photo courtesy Port Townsend Police Department Walter Chartrand of a Washington State Patrol bomb squad works on analyzing a pipe bomb brought to the Port Townsend police station by a school district employee who had found it while cleaning science classroom storage at Blue Heron Middle School. Mountain View Commons was locked down and evacuated for several hours before the old pipe bomb was destroyed in a controlled explosion. Photo by Tristan Hiegler Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 340 May 2017 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Civil disturbances are divisive, often complex in their origin, and are possible in nearly every community in the nation. As the population continues to grow, so will the concentrations of ethnic groups, varied perspectives, and disparate economic status. Jefferson County has experienced a growth rate that has outpaced the rest of the State of Washington. Diverse philosophies exist in county residents. As the economy fluctuates due to economic realities of declining fishing and forest industries, emotions tend to run high. Tourism, a major source of revenue for county businesses could be affected by an increasing potential or the actual developments of civil disturbances. The difficult economy combined with the smuggling of designer drugs through Canada and the increase in meth labs in rural areas increase the probability of criminal activity that requires a major law enforcement response. The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has twenty deputies, and the City of Port Townsend has sixteen commissioned officers to cover an 1800 square mile county twenty-four-seven. During holidays or festivals, when man-power is ramped up to deal with a special influx of people, there is a limited additional surge capacity through personnel recall, activating all of the police volunteers and getting volunteers from nearby jurisdictions on a mutual-aid basis. In the event of an active shooter scenario, individual units of the Washington State Patrol may provide additional support, but specialized units such as a Swat Team or Armored vehicle take two-hours to be authorized, mount-up, and arrive in Port Townsend from their normal staging areas. Conclusion The potential for major police enforcement activity exists in Jefferson County. Main participants might not be residents of the county. County law enforcement resources are aware and have practiced response scenarios if such disturbances occur. Even with a quick response, state and federal law enforcement support will not arrive to help for many hours. Police actions that are considered fairly common and routine in large urban areas become major police activities in small rural communities. Serving a warrant, discovery of a pipe bomb, maintaining security at a major fire or festival – all can require resources from outside the agency because of limited personnel and sometimes because of specialized skill sets involved. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 341 May 2017 References – MAJOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTION 1. “Uneasy Calm in Milwaukee after police shooting, protests”, by Aaron Mak and Jacob Carpenter, USA Today, August 14, 2016. 2. Old pipe bomb found in science room storage is exploded by WSP bomb squad, by Tristan Hiegler of the Leader, Port Townsend Leader, July 3, 2013. Figures - MAJOR LAW ENFORCEMENT ACTION ML-1 Photo of Burning Car in Milwaukee, Wisconsin by Calvin Mattheis / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, August 14, 2016. ML-2 Pipe Bomb Incident - June 28 2013 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 342 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 343 May 2017 MARINE OIL SPILL1 SUMMARY The Hazard: The release of toxic materials, oil and other petroleum discharges in particular, into the marine environment in sufficient quantities to put some portion of the public or the environment in immediate danger from exposure, contact, inhalation or ingestion.2 Impacts and Effects: • Illness and injuries • Loss of marine flora and fauna, particularly endangered species • First responders, population and workers at risk until abatement is effective • Permanent loss of fishing, clam beds, and oyster beds from chemical spills • Loss of recreation sites and tourism • Loss of seafood processing jobs • Potential contamination of water supplies • Business closures • Long term loss of property use • Potential lawsuits tying up property and funding for extended periods • Decrease in property values. Previous Occurrences: Small occurrences happen every year. Most are below the reporting levels. Probability of Future Events: High – The Admiralty Inlet is one of the most heavily used shipping lanes in the country. Definition “An oil spill is the release of a liquid petroleum hydrocarbon into the environment, especially marine areas, due to human activity, and is a form of pollution. The term is usually applied to marine oil spills, where oil is released into the ocean or coastal waters, but spills may also occur on land. Oil spills may be due to releases of crude oil from tankers, offshore platforms, drilling rigs and wells, as well as spills of refined petroleum products (such as gasoline, diesel) and their by-products, heavier fuels used by large ships such as bunker fuel, or the spill of any oily refuse or waste oil.”3 The use, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous petroleum material and wastes, places the public and the environment at significant risk. A release may occur by spilling, leaking, emitting toxic vapors, or any other process that enables the materials to escape its container, enter the environment, and create a potential hazard. The nature and extent of this risk is difficult to determine as the process involved in hazardous materials and toxic waste management are dynamic. Many federal laws and regulations exist to manage the manufacture, utilization, and disposal of hazardous materials. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 344 May 2017 History of Major Spills in Washington and Jefferson County4 Data reported to Jefferson County about occurrences happening to hazardous materials average between 25 and 30 per year. Most are small. Spills under 10 gallons are not reportable. Clean up is the responsibility of the spiller; however, the spiller or waste-dumper may not be known. Occurrences have ranged from marine oil spills during bunkering operations to spilled fuel or oil on the road from accidents or overturned containers. The following spills in Washington and vicinity waters are notable:5 • The 1985 ARCO Anchorage tanker spill in which 239,000 gallons of crude oil was released into marine waters at Port Angeles; • The 1988 Nestucca barge spill which released 231,000 gallons of fuel oil into waters along the coast of Grays Harbor; • The disastrous 1989 Exxon Valdez spill in Alaska which unleashed 11 million gallons of crude oil into Prince William Sound; • The 1991 Texaco refinery spill at Anacortes which released 130,000 gallons of crude oil, of which 40,000 gallons went into Fidalgo Bay; and • The 1991 spill at the U.S. Oil refinery in Tacoma which involved 600,000 gallons of crude oil, most of which was stopped from entering state waters. • 2003 – Point Wells – Crews loading a tank barge with heavy fuel oil, overfilled the tanks and spilled approximately 4,700 barrels into Puget Sound. There was significant damage to the sensitive estuary. • 2004 – Legislature passes a bill calling for a “zero-spill” strategy. • 2004 – In October an unknown vessel spills 1,000 gallons in Dalco Pass, fouling 21 miles of shoreline. The Coast Guard eventually tracked the spilled oil back to the Polar Texas, owned by Arco. • 2011 – In January of 2011, a derelict barge, the Davy Crockett, leaked fuel oil into the Columbia River near Camas during an unpermitted scrap metal salvage operation. Cleanup and the dismantling and removal of the barge cost $23 million. Figure OS-1, below, shows oil spills in Jefferson County waters from July 2011 through March 2015.6 Since 2011, the only significant spill in Jefferson County waters has been 800 gallons of fuel from a recreation boat that developed mechanical problems off the coast. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 345 May 2017 Figure OS-1. Oil spills in the Jefferson County Vicinity6 July 1, 2011 – March 31, 2015 *The largest oil spill in Jefferson County waters was 800 gallons in the Pacific Ocean. Source: Washington State Department of Ecology Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 346 May 2017 Throughout the State of Washington, nearly 4,000 confirmed hazardous materials spills are reported each year. Illustrative data on the kinds, types and frequencies of Washington maritime spills over 10,000 gallons from 2002 to 2015 is shown below (Table OS-17): Table OS-1. Maritime Oil Spills in Washington over 10,000 Gallons (2002 – 2015)7 Product Volume Date Source Type Cause Type Medium Bunker C/IFO/HFO 270,000 08/25/2004 Vessel Human Error Marine Gasoline 11,000 11/27/2003 Vehicle Unknown Fresh Water Data on spills is received from many sources. The State Emergency Management Department advises the county on all reports received. These reports may come from other state agencies, private citizens or federal agencies Oil Spill Readiness in Washington and Jefferson County As assessment of Washington’s capacity to respond to a large-scale oil spill (48,000 – 50,000 barrels) was prepared by the Washington Oil Spill Advisory Council in February 2009.8 Local responders were asked to identify the recovery systems they would use for a 50,000-barrel instantaneous release spill and a 48,000-barrel continuous release spill of 1000 barrels an hour for 48 hours. Key findings are: • On-Water Capacity of the state is between 9,500 and 19,500 barrels of a 50,000-barrel instantaneous release during the first 48 hours. • On-Water Recovery is greatly affected by environmental conditions and the availability of non-dedicated resources, such as equipment and personnel. • Non-mechanical responses such as dispersant could treat between 1,400 and 8,000 barrels of a 50,000-barrel release using available resources. It could also interfere with on-water recovery by making the dispersing oil harder to collect. • Burning could treat as much as 4,800 gallons of a 50,000-gallon spill. • A 50,000-gallon spill could require thousands of trained shoreline cleanup personnel if conditions were “high-consequence”. Hundreds could be needed in a smaller spill under more favorable conditions. There is a maximum of 684 shoreline response personnel available in all of Washington. • It is estimated that a major oil spill could oil up to 6,000 birds. Washington currently has the capacity to rehabilitate 100 birds, a few pinnipeds such as harbor seals, and up to 25 sea otters. In short, we are woefully unprepared to deal with a major oil spill on our own. To that end, the best defense is a strong offense, so the Oil Spill Advisory Council advocated for a permanent response tug-boat to be permanently stationed at Neah Bay to assist vessels that are in trouble. A temporary tug-boat was stationed there in 2004. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 347 May 2017 In 2007, the Port of Port Townsend received funding for an Oil Spill Response Trailer, which is now stationed at the Boat Haven boatyard in Port Townsend. The trailer contains absorbent material and booms for control and recovery of marine oil spills. Local fire and Port of Port Townsend security personnel are trained to use the equipment. The county Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC) was established under the provisions of the State and Federal law (The Community Emergency Planning and Community Right-to- Know Act--EPCRA). The purpose of the LEPC is to coordinate the development of emergency plans and procedures for dealing with a hazardous materials incident. The committee’s charter is to conduct hazard identification, vulnerability analysis, and risk management activities. Additionally, they are chartered to develop and maintain emergency response plans appropriate to hazardous materials based on the volumes and types of substances found in, or transported through their jurisdictions.9 The Pacific Oil Spill Prevention Education Team, POSPET, evolved from the simple premise that small oil spills can add up to cause significant environmental and economic harm, and are a regional problem that can be remedied more effectively through collaborative projects drawing from existing talent and resources. For over a decade, POSPET has served as a forum for exchanging information and outreach ideas about prevention of oil spills and other boater best management practices while providing boat and marina operators with a consistent and accurate pollution prevention messages. POSPET members include representatives from state and federal agencies, industry associations, and nonprofit groups from Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, and nationwide.10 Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Analysis Key findings of the Washington Oil Spill Advisory Council (February 2009) indicated that the Jefferson County coastline (along with other county’s coastlines) remains vulnerable to large-scale oil spills. These oil spills, which could result from shipping accidents or other maritime incidents could result in greater than 50,000 barrels of spilled materials. Available resources for collection and recovery could meet only a fraction of the needs at this level. Available on-water recovery systems could handle anywhere from 9,500 to 19,500 barrels in the first 48 hours. Dispersants could treat between 1,400 and 8,000 barrels of a 50,000-barrel release. Hundreds of trained shoreline cleanup personnel would be required to clean up the release. Historical data from the Arco Anchorage in Port Angeles Harbor, the Tenyo Maru which spilled oil along the entire Washington State shoreline with heavy concentration along the Makah Indian Reservation and Olympic National Park, and the Nestucca spilling oil from Grays Harbor north to the Olympic National Park shoreline provide important models for oil spill analysis. The 2001 International Oil Spill Conference received a report entitled “Assessing Environmental Impacts from a Puget Sound Spill” by Cindy Chen and Robert Neumann which utilized these historical spills as models11. The study notes that all spills are different, and the same quantity of soil spilled in two different locations, or under different environmental conditions, can have significantly different impacts. The report identifies several variables which could affect the severity of the impact to the environment: • Spill location • Spill quantity and oil type • Time of spill (Natural resources of birds and salmon have the highest vulnerability in the spring of the year) • Weather and currents Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 348 May 2017 In 2007, the Port of Port Townsend received funding for an Oil Spill Response Trailer which is currently stationed at the Boat Haven in Port Townsend. The trailer contains absorbent materials and booms for control and recovery of marine oil spills. Local fire and Port of Port Townsend personnel are trained to use the equipment. Annual exercises with the Port Townsend Paper Corporation address procedures and processes involved with major pollutants. These exercises involve joint coordination and cooperation between local emergency management officials, Port Townsend Paper Corporation, United States Coast Guard, recovery assets, and the Washington State Department of Ecology. Conclusion For major marine oil and hazardous material spills, the Northwest Area Contingency Plan (ACP) will be used for all responses. It combines the resources of the local, State, and Federal governments. Two Geographic Response Plans (GRPs) cover the shorelines of Jefferson County, specifically the Washington Outer Coast and Hood Canal/Admiralty Inlet. They include resource priorities, protection and clean-up strategies, and local logistical information. Legislative creation of the Oil Spill Advisory Council in 2004 led to advocacy for a permanent tug boat to be stationed at Neah Bay to assist vessels in trouble, particularly those laden with petroleum cargos. As of 2008, it was estimated that a contracted tug boat at Neah Bay had prevented 34 major incidents.12 In 2009, congress approved funding for a permanent tug boat at Neah Bay. Also, in 2009, the governor of Washington proposed eliminating the Oil Spill Advisory Council as part of an effort to balance the state budget. Due to inadequate oil spill response capabilities throughout the state, the Jefferson County coastline and Port Townsend Bay remain vulnerable to large scale oil spills. Despite studies, exercises and planning, it is estimated that a major oil spill would be disastrous to the Jefferson County shoreline and to the economic viability of the entire area. Experiences in the Gulf of Mexico during 2010 pointed out the complexities and frustrations of rapid cleanup procedures required to prevent permanent damage to Jefferson County and adjacent counties. The likelihood of Jefferson County experiencing a major oil spill is significant. The ability to quickly respond to ensure collection, recovery and cleanup is critical. At this point, major outside resources will be required to affect a swift and thorough cleanup and recovery from a major oil pollution event. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 349 May 2017 References – MARINE OIL SPILL 1. “Marine Oil Spill – Major Pollution Event”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 60-62. 2. “Marine Oil Spill – Major Pollution Event”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, p. 60. 3. “Oil Spill”, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_spill 4. “Fifty Years of Oil Spills in Washington’s Waters”, by Eric de Place and Ahren Stroming, Sightline Institute, January 12, 2015. Available at: http://www.sightline.org/2015/01/12/fifty-years-of-oil-spills-in-washingtons-waters/ 5. Oil Spills in Washington State: A Historical Analysis, by Jon Neel, Curt Hart, Donna Lynch, Steve Chan, and Jeanette Harris, Washington State Department of Ecology, Publication #97-252, April 1997 (rev. 2007), p. 5. 6. Oil Spills in the Jefferson County Vicinity, Spill Map, Washington State Department of Ecology, July 2011 – March 2015, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/coastalatlas/storymaps/spills/spills_sm.html 7. Maritime Oil Spills in Washington Over 10,000 Gallons (2002 – 2015), Edited for Washington by the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, August 2016. 8. Assessment of Capacity in Washington State to Respond to a Large-Scale Oil Spill, Oil Spill Advisory Council, February 2009. 9. Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act, Washington Department of Ecology, Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/epcra/index.html 10. Spills Aren’t Slick – A Campaign of the Pacific Oil Spill Prevention Education Team (POSPET) 11. “Spills Greater than 10,000 Gallons (2002 – 2015)”, Summary of West Coast Oil Spills, Pacific States / British Columbia Oil Spill Task Force, June 2015, pp. 19-22. Available at: http://oilspilltaskforce.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Oil-Spill-Data-Summary_2015_FINALpdf.pdf 12. Oil Spill Advisory Council presentation to the Washington State Legislature, 2007. Tables - MARINE OIL SPILL OS-1 Maritime Oil Spills in Washington Over 10,000 Gallons (2002 – 2015) Figures - MARINE OIL SPILL OS-1 Oil spills in the Jefferson County Vicinity Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 350 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 351 May 2017 MARITIME EMERGENCY1 (Ferry Accident; Ship Collision) SUMMARY The Hazard: In addition to the Puget Sound itself, the region contains many smaller bodies of water. These areas are vulnerable to shipping and boating accidents, as well as those involving ferries. Ferry accidents could result in a mass casualty incident that may be difficult to address, though the United States Coast Guard has the primary responsibility for safety and rescue on the open waterways. Major emergencies associated with freight vessels though, are more likely to result from collisions with other vessels or mechanical failures during severe weather. Impacts and Effects: • Possible loss of life • Possible injuries to vessel occupants and to first responders • Possible mass casualty incident • Loss of vessel and/or cargo • Loss of property of vessel passengers • Threat to endangered species of both aquatic and airborne species from chemical or fuel spills resulting from the accident • Possible contamination of commercial fishing grounds or shellfish farms • Possible significant economic damage in limited sectors of the Jefferson County economy Previous Occurrences: In 2005, an escort tug veered in front of a single-hull oil tanker loaded with two million gallons of light fuel oil. The tug boat was rolled over multiple times by the collision, but no one was seriously hurt and no fuel was spilled.2 In 2007, the Director of Washington’s State Ferry System pulled the two ferries on the Port Townsend – Keystone run out of service on an emergency basis just before Thanksgiving week-end because the 80-year old vessels were considered to be too risky to run.3 Probability of Future Events: Moderate – Puget Sound and the Admiralty Inlet are some of the highest trafficked sea lanes in the United States. The Port Townsend Bay has traffic from the ferry system, submarines, navy and coast guard warships, commercial fishing vessels, occasional cruise ships, and many pleasure craft. At times, the rough seas can threaten the ferries or small vessels. Definition A maritime accident, for the purposes of the HIVA, would be one in which a vessel of significant size had an accident causing the loss of life and property to the extent that it required the activation of elements of the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management to help respond. “Marine disasters can be roughly divided into the following four groups: collisions, weather-related events, fires, and infectious diseases. At sea communities are very small and resources are minimal compared to shore-side catastrophes so not much is required to turn a shipboard emergency into a disaster”.4 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 352 May 2017 Jefferson County is bordered by the Pacific Ocean, Puget Sound, and the Admiralty Inlet as well as having smaller bodies of water such as Discovery Bay, Port Townsend Bay, and the Hood Canal. These areas are vulnerable to shipping and boating accidents, as well as those involving ferries. Ferry accidents could result in a mass casualty incident that may be difficult to address, though the United States Coast Guard has the primary responsibility for safety and rescue on the open waterways. Major emergencies associated with freight vessels though, are more likely to result from collisions with other vessels or mechanical failures during severe weather. History of Maritime Accidents in Jefferson County Jefferson County was once a major west coast seaport, and as such, has a rich history of maritime accidents. During the period from 1853 through 2002, there have been at least 27 major maritime accidents in the area from Protection Island through the Admiralty Inlet and down to Port Ludlow.5 This included the steamship Clallam, which broke down in a storm, resulting in the deaths of 56 people who were in lifeboats that were launched into a riptide. Many Washington maritime incidents occur along the Pacific Coast too. In adjacent Clallam County, for example, there have been at least 33 significant maritime accidents around Tatoosh Island off Cape Flaherty. Figure ME-1: Unknown vessel aground near Tatoosh Island. Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Jefferson County waters and adjacent international sea lanes are traversed by freighters, oil tankers, cruise ships, submarines, warships, pleasure craft, and the occasional whale. Rough water in Port Townsend Bay often causes the cancelation of ferry runs. Figure ME-2 below illustrates why. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 353 May 2017 Figure ME-2: A Washington State Ferry experiences rough water in the Puget Sound. The Puget Sound area is one of the busiest seaways in the nation with some many unique features:6 • It is 3500 square miles; larger than San Diego, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Boston, Miami, and New York combined. • It has an international border with Canada. • Over 5,000 deep draft ships transit each year. • It contains the home ports for the Alaskan Fishing Fleet. • It contains the Washington State Ferry System, largest in the nation with 500+ transits daily and over 20,000 passengers daily. • 15 Billion Gallons of Oil are moved annually. • 3rd Largest US Navy Strategic Port in the U.S. • Recreational Boat Population of 1.3 million. Given the volume of traffic and the mix of vessels, it is a wonder that there aren’t more maritime accidents than there have been. The Seattle Gateway Sector as control over Puget Sound vessel traffic in much the same way that air traffic controllers control the skies. The Northwest Maritime Center in Port Townsend is adding an “Alternate Gateway Emergency Operations Center” to its new building in Port Townsend to provide backup control if the primary center in Seattle goes down. A rescue tug boat has been stationed at Neah Bay to provide assistance to vessels in trouble at the entrance to Puget Sound and its vicinity. Several Jefferson County law enforcement and fire agencies have a limited water rescue and fire-boat capability. These programs are hampered by funding issues, so the equipment is old and their capabilities limited by size. Since the agency boats are not manned full-time, response times are contingent upon whether trained crews happen to be on duty with their respective agency at the time of a water related emergency. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 354 May 2017 Conclusion Although the waters around Jefferson County can be difficult, safety standards, the positioning of a safety tug boat at Neah Bay, and aggressive response by the USCG have kept the loss of life and vessels down. Nevertheless, the large volume of commercial and recreational vessels in the Puget Sound suggests that it is inevitable more maritime accidents will occur. Local law and fire agencies train to respond to maritime emergencies, but have limited ability to deal with large maritime disasters. References – MARITIME EMERGENCY 1. “Maritime Emergency”, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009, pp. 185-188. 2. “San Juans Disaster Narrowly Averted”, Nalder, Eric, Seattle Post-Intelligencer, March 24, 2005 3. “Ferry run between Port Townsend and Whidbey island suspended”, by Record staff, South Whidbey Record, November 21, 2007. 4. Handbook of Bioterrorism and Disaster Medicine, Robert E. Antosia, M.D., MPH, Springer U.S., 2006, p. 193 5. “Ship Graveyard – Port Townsend Area”, Chart, Jefferson County Historical Society, 2002 6. “Enhancing Maritime Outreach”, Captain Steve Metruck, Captain of the Port, National Harbor Conference, Seattle Washington, May 12, 2008 Figures - MARITIME EMERGENCY ME-1 Unknown vessel aground at Tatoosh Island. Unknown attribution. ME-2 A Washington State Ferry experiences rough water in the Puget Sound. Source: Internet Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 355 May 2017 MILITARY ORDNANCE INCIDENT1 SUMMARY The Hazard: The largest munitions depot on the west coast, Naval Magazine Indian Island (NAVMAG II), is located within the boundary of Jefferson County. Tens of thousands of tons of high explosives in the form of missiles, torpedoes, warheads, etc. are shipped in and out of the depot every year by ship and by truck. There is a possibility of an accident or incident detonating high explosives near a populated area. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life and injuries as a direct result of an explosion • Fatalities and injuries as an indirect result of an explosion, e.g. from flying glass • Destruction of property in the explosion radius • Economic impact due to destruction of businesses within the blast radius • Psychological trauma to survivors and residents • Depending on the type of event, there may be hazardous residues that contaminate the area for long periods • Economic impacts due to the loss of property values because of the perceived threat of living near NAVMAG Indian Island • First responders, population and workers at risk until abatement is effective • Explosions resulting in destruction and fires • Permanent loss of fishing, clam beds, and oyster beds from chemical spills • Loss of recreation sites and tourism • Potential contamination of water supplies • Business closures Previous Occurrences: In 2008, a fully loaded semi-truck carrying 155mm munitions out of the base lost its brakes on a hill leading to the main gate of the navy base. A quick-thinking sentry raised the security bollards, which stopped the truck from entering onto the state highway fronting the base. There were no detonators with the munitions, so the threat of explosion was relatively low in this case. Probability of Future Events: Low – NAVMAG Indian Island has a superb track record for safety. The 2008 incident caused the revision of protocols to prevent a recurrence. There have been no significant problems as of December, 2016. Definition2 FEMA defines hazardous materials in a broad sense to include: - Explosive, flammable, combustible, corrosive, oxidizing, toxic, infectious, or radioactive materials - that, when involved in an accident and released in sufficient quantities, - put some portion of the general public in immediate danger from exposure, contact, inhalation, or ingestion. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 356 May 2017 The production, use, storage, transportation and disposal of hazardous material substances and wastes, places the public and the environment at significant risk. A release may occur by spilling, leaking, emitting toxic vapors, or any other process that enables the materials to escape its container, enter the environment, and create a potential hazard. The nature and extent of this risk is difficult to determine as the process involved in hazardous materials and toxic waste management are dynamic. Many federal laws and regulations exist to manage the manufacture, utilization, and disposal of hazardous materials. An ordnance incident is the deliberate or accidental detonation of military ordnance, warheads, missiles, torpedoes, fuels, or any military related device or substance intended for the delivering high explosives or causing destructive explosions. The largest munitions depot on the west coast, Naval Magazine Indian Island, is located within the boundary of Jefferson County. Tens of thousands of tons of high explosives in the form of missiles, torpedoes, warheads, etc. are shipped in and out of the depot every year by ship and by truck. There is a possibility of an accident or incident detonating high explosives near a populated area. History of Military Ordnance Incidents in Jefferson County There have been no accidental detonations of military ordnance in Jefferson County. February 15, 20083 – A shipping truck exiting NAVMAG Indian Island crashed into security bollards raised by the guards when the vehicle lost its brakes. The crash on February 15, 2008 happened just after 7 p.m. when a shipping truck transporting ordnance to the base crashed into one of the hydraulic security walls just inside the main gate. Navy investigators determined that the 2003 Volvo truck and trailer, carrying 360 rounds of 155mm M107 projectiles, experienced a brake malfunction as it entered the base, causing it to crash into the movable wall used as a security measure. According to an accident report from the Navy, no ordnance was damaged in the crash and no individuals were injured. After the incident, a safety perimeter of 1,700 feet was set up, stopping traffic on state Highway 116 for more than an hour. The area remained closed until a Navy explosive ordnance disposal team arrived to inspect the truck and ordnance. The team later determined it was safe to reopen the road. The ordnance was offloaded and a tow truck was called to dislodge the truck from the barrier. Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Indian Island has its own security and fire department to handle incidents within the base. Vulnerabilities of the base to severe windstorms, and the potential of hazardous material accidents that could impact the communities around the bay necessitate inter-governmental cooperation at all levels. Depending on its nature, a catastrophic explosion could scatter radiologic debris. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 357 May 2017 Additionally, the trans-shipment of hundreds of thousands of tons of munitions, including spent Uranium projectiles, through the area periodically creates opportunities for protest groups.4 Loaded munitions ships leaving the base sometimes sail within a few hundred yards of downtown Port Townsend because of tidal conditions. During the Persian Gulf operations known as “Desert Storm” and during Operation Iraqi Freedom, several thousand tons of explosive passed through eastern Jefferson County between the Hood Canal Bridge and Naval Magazine Indian Island. The type of cargo that is loaded/offloaded at NAVMAG Indian Island is primarily ammunition (e.g., bombs, bullets and missiles). Contract trucks and trailers made several trips each day moving materials between Indian Island and Naval installations in Kitsap County. U.S. Pacific Fleet ordnance material flows from producers and procurement sites through Naval Magazine Indian Island to the Pacific Fleet. Areas at risk for ordnance materials transportation incidents lie along highways, pipelines, rivers, and seaport areas. These risks are compounded by natural hazards (e.g. earthquakes, floods, and severe storms). Each incident’s impact and resulting response depends on a multitude of interrelated variables that range from the quantity and specific characteristic of the material to the conditions of the release and area/population centers involved. Figure OR-1 shows the route that trucks take from the Hood Canal Bridge to NAVMAG Indian Island. According to the National Counterterrorism Center (NCTC), a semi-truck fully loaded with high explosives needs an evacuation radius of 7000 feet.5 Depending on where an ordnance truck had an accident, the evacuation radius could include the County EOC, 9-1-1 facilities, sheriff’s office and jail complex, two propane storage facilities, gasoline stations, two schools and a library. It is also possible to have an accident in which the evacuation radius would include both the NAVMAG EOC and the County EOC, thus necessitating transferring EOC operations to the Alternate EOC at the City of Port Townsend nine miles away. Conclusion Jefferson County has convened its leaders to examine and more thoroughly understand existing emergency response processes, communication plans and methodologies. NAVMAG Indian Island conducts periodic Educational outreach presentations for the public. "We really wanted to reach those parts of the community who don't get a chance to get involved in what's happening in their area," said Melissa Kilgore, administrative assistant for human resources, financing and budgeting for NAVMAG Indian Island.”6 Citizens, both public and private, must be prepared with evacuation or shelter-in-place plans for all hazards including ordnance incidents. Agencies should have critical incident plans outlining roles for school administrators, law enforcement, fire departments, and medical care providers. Agencies should coordinate their plans with each other to ensure that redundancies are addressed and to further the understanding and opportunities for cooperation by all potentially affected agencies. A number of critical agencies are vulnerable to be being affected by an ordnance truck accident and should have procedures and exercises predicated on having to move operations to the Alternate EOC. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 358 May 2017 Figure OR-1. Ordnance Truck Incident Evacuation Zone5 Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 359 May 2017 References – MILITARY ORDNANCE INCIDENT 1. “Military Ordnance Incident”, Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009, pp. 189-192. 2. “Hazardous Materials”, SLG 101: Guide for All-Hazard Emergency Operations Planning”, FEMA, Washington D.C., September 1996, p. 6-C-1. Available at: http://www.fema.gov/pdf/plan/6-ch-c.pdf 3. “Cargo truck wrecks inside Navy gate”, Sullivan, Patrick J., Port Townsend Leader, Port Townsend Washington, February 27, 2008. 4. Part of the mission of NAVMAG Indian Island is “depleted uranium management”.6 Military medical sources maintain that depleted uranium is not harmful unless it is inside the body, either through inhalation, ingestion or hostile action.7 5. Bomb Threat Stand-off Distances, National Counter-terrorism Center, 2006. (Unclassified) Available at: https://www.nctc.gov/docs/2006_calendar_bomb_stand_chart.pdf 6. NAVMAG Indian Island Conducts Outreach, Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class (AW/NAC) Eric J. Rowley, Fleet Public Affairs Center Det. Northwest, Story Number: NNS071206-19, 12/6/2007. Available at: http://www.navy.mil/submit/display.asp?story_id=33702 7. Depleted Uranium Fact Sheet, Available at: http://www.au.af.mil/au/awc/awcgate/dod/du_factsheet_4aug98.htm Figures - MILITARY ORDNANCE INCIDENT OR-1 “Ordnance Truck Incident Evacuation Zone”, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2009. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 360 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 361 May 2017 POWER OUTAGE – ENERGY EMERGENCY1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Electricity may be interrupted due to drought, earthquake, major destruction of power transmission lines. They can develop quickly due to storms or an earthquake, or they may develop slowly such as when world politics might produce shortages.2 Only very rarely do power outages escalate to disaster proportions, however, they often accompany other types of disasters, such as severe winter storms and floods, which hampers relief efforts. Electromagnetic pulses and voltage spikes from high altitude nuclear blasts (HEMP), deliberate satellite attacks, or natural Carrington events can also damage electricity infrastructure and electrical devices.3 Cyber-attacks can bring down the power grid by interfering with control systems. Impacts and Effects: • Imperilment of life due to the inability to provide life-support services, e.g. an oxygen concentrator at home • Imperilment of life due to the inability to produce heat or cooling during adverse weather periods • Loss of communications • Disruption of critical services • Endangerment of property due to catastrophic failure of systems dependent on power • Extreme hardship for elderly and special needs population • Loss of refrigeration and losses from spoilage • Loss of water resulting from inability to run electric pumps • Potential failure of waste removal systems • Disrupted fuel supplies • Loss of business and revenue • Banking systems are disabled • Shortage of food supplies as stores close • Communication systems disrupted as battery backups are depleted • Higher costs for electricity • Higher costs for petroleum products • Alarm systems disabled, potential for criminal acts increased • Law enforcement and emergency response teams challenged with increased traffic accidents with non-working traffic lights • Limited patient care as emergency generators become overtaxed Previous Occurrences: There have been a few “major” occurrences in Jefferson County, but none that could be considered catastrophic in that they were localized and individual emergencies were manageable with local and regional resources: • After the Columbus Day storm in 1962, there were areas in Washington that were without power for two to three weeks. • During the summer of 1996, problems with line loading caused major regional power outages along the west coast. Storms have also caused power outages ranging from hours to 3-4 days in areas of Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 362 May 2017 Jefferson County. Electrical power shortages also occurred during 1973-74 and in 1977-due to drought conditions. • Following the “Super Bowl Storm” in 2006, Port Ludlow was without power for three days when major transmission lines were damaged in the high winds of accompanying that storm. • The last significant occurrence in Jefferson County was on December 31, 2008, when severe winds broke a Bonneville Power Feeder line cutting off power to 2/3 of the Jefferson County population. Power was restored within hours through a work-around, but the line itself was not fully repaired for many days. Probability of Future Events: High – Severe winter storms combined with above-ground power lines in forested areas makes power outages a regular recurring event. Whether any given outage becomes an extended outage is a function of the severity of the problem, its physical location, and the environmental conditions during the event. Definition: A power outage is an interruption of normal sources of electrical power. Short-term power outages (up to a few hours) are common and have minor adverse effect, since most businesses and health facilities are prepared to deal with them. Extended power outages, however, can disrupt personal and business activities as well as medical and rescue services, leading to business losses and medical emergencies. Extended loss of power can lead to civil disorder, as in the New York City blackout of 1977. Only very rarely do power outages escalate to disaster proportions, however, they often accompany other types of disasters, such as hurricanes and floods, which hampers relief efforts.4 Although there are no statutory definitions of an extended power outage, the Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 246-293-660 sets the minimum standards for water system reliability by defining a power outage as a minimum of 30 minutes.5 It indirectly sets the outage standard for power utilities as averaging less than four hours per outage, with three outages or less per year over a three-year period. Not more than one outage per three-year period can exceed eight hours. From this we can infer that an extended power outage is anything over eight hours long. Other jurisdictions define an extended power outage as one which puts “the comfort and safety” of its citizens at risk. “Comfort and Safety” means an ambient temperature that minimizes residents’ susceptibility to loss of body heat and risk of hypothermia or susceptibility to respiratory ailments and colds. Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment Puget Sound Energy (PSE), the power provider up until 2010 had a history of major power outages, typically caused by large storm events. Power outages have lasted as long as 9 – 10 days in some areas of the county. During storms accompanied by cold winter temperatures, power outages have been problematic and dangerous for special needs populations and the elderly. The Jefferson County Public Utility District Nbr. 1 (JPUD), the current power provider for East Jefferson County, purchased the power assets from PSE in 2010. It is attempting to mitigate the potential for extended power outages by creating more of a presence in Jefferson County to work with consumers, and establishing closer relations with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management to improve communications during power outage events. JPUD purchased the power related assets from Puget Sound Energy in on April 1, 2013, and took over the power distribution responsibility from them. Its strategy was Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 363 May 2017 to keep the power distribution at a local level rather than with a non-local provider, but the production assets are still from the outside, primarily the Bonneville Power Authority. Loss of a major distribution system due to damage or an act of terrorism on the grid could cause power outages for several hours to several days. Loss of refrigeration and water sources that require electrical pumps could present major health issues. Loss of electricity to power gas stations could affect the fuel supply. With power outages, retail food outlets would be closed, alarm systems could be disconnected, and eventually emergency communication systems and cell phones would be affected after the battery life of backup systems was expended. Back-up generators would be at risk for breakdown following extensive utilization. Long-term power outages due to drought or failure at a hydroelectric generation station could present problems. The power distribution systems that currently exist are designed to help prevent major power outages for long periods of time. Washington State is connected to a regional transmission grid that has major connections with other grids out-of-region, including British Columbia, Montana, California, and other southwest states. In general, if Washington is short of electricity due to drought and low water levels in reservoirs powering hydroelectric generating plants, electricity can be purchased elsewhere. The result is higher cost electricity, rather than inadequate supply. Utility companies build on an “N-1 capacity”. This means the utility is prepared for one of each kind of line to go down without a disruption in service. If two of the same type of lines goes down, some may lose power. In the 1996 event, Portland was forced to take everything off line to avoid melting of transmission lines from the overload of power. Even with the grid system, however, voluntary curtailment and conservation must be practiced. The Washington State Curtailment Plan for Electric Energy (WAC 194-22) describes a 5-stage plan for power curtailment with each level representing a more severe shortage that require sterner steps. Most of the out-of-region power is thermal; it is not affected by drought. In fact, a shortage of electricity over the long term is not a major concern in Western Washington since a substantial amount of electricity is transmitted from Canada to California via Washington and Oregon, therefore providing easy access to external power supplies. Hot weather and increased use often associated with droughts can be a concern for electric utilities, however. Increased loads cause electric lines to heat up; when lines get too hot, they sag. Sagging lines into trees and other vegetation is a major concern and therefore loads must be monitored to control sagging. Jefferson County is vulnerable to localized, short-term energy emergencies brought about by accidents, terrorism or storms. Most of these energy emergencies can be handled by the utility companies. The effects of energy shortages could include inconvenience to consumers, reduced heating and lighting capability, reduced production in all sectors, potential failure of transportation, water and waste, communication, information, and banking systems. Secondary hazards associated with these events could include traffic accidents as traffic lights are out, limited patient care at the hospital due to power capabilities of backup generators, injuries due to downed power lines, and closure of retail operations including food stores, gas stations, restaurants, and other stores. Energy emergencies can seriously hamper emergency response capabilities and should be planned for. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 364 May 2017 09/02/2015 Fire in Mason County Cuts Electric Service to Over 2000 Jefferson County Customers. Submitted photo to the Port Townsend Leader Terrorism and the Grid: There are three levels of terrorism to deal with when discussing the grid: physical, cyber, and pulse. A particular attack may involve one or more of these types of attack. Physical Terrorism: On April 13, 2013, unknown individuals attacked the Pacific Power & Light Metcalf Transmission Substation near San Jose, California. These saboteurs lifted a heavy vault lid to a vault carrying AT&T fiber optic cables. Within 30 minutes of cutting the cables and knocking out communications, they attacked the transmission substation and knocked out 17 transformers in 19 minutes by firing AK-47 assault weapons from outside the locked perimeter. They left the scene one minute before police units arrived. The Metcalf Substation provides power to Silicon Valley.6 Power was rerouted from other areas and producers to keep Silicon Valley going, but it took 27 days to get the substation back in operation. Jefferson County PUD substations have the same kind of vulnerability to physical attack. Cyber-terrorism: In 2008, the U.S. and Israel cyberattacked the Iranian Nuclear program using the Stuxnet virus. Shortly thereafter, Iran retaliated with a cyberattack against the Aramco Oil company in Saudi Arabia, destroying 30,000 of its computers. The attack on the Iranian program was accomplished by introducing the “worm” into the SCADA system causing the uranium purification centrifuges to tear themselves apart. That SCADA system was manufactured by Siemens as is most of the SCADA systems used by the power industry in the United States.7 Pulse Attack: High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulses (HEMP) can be used to damage the grid over a wide-scale area.8 A HEMP attack would most easily be from a high-altitude nuclear detonation, but could also be from a non-nuclear device or a satellite. A detonation at 400 km high can send a pulse that covers the entire continental United States. Damage to electrical equipment would be highly variable and depend on physical location, whether equipment was powered on, etc. The ability of the United States power grid to withstand such an attack would depend on whether equipment was on, the topography of the location (mountain shadow), and a myriad of unknowable things occurring at the time. See “Carrington Event” below for what the levels of electromagnetic pulses can do. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 365 May 2017 Carrington Event: Not to be outdone by mere terrorists, our sun can produce a “pulse attack” that can take out the entire world. A “Carrington Event” is a Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) from the sun that results in a solar geomagnetic storm that can easily take out electric grids and electronics. Such an event is named after amateur astronomer Richard Carrington, who observed the phenomena on September 1, 1859, the largest such geomagnetic storm ever recorded. Even back then, telegraph equipment caught fire, the auroras turned night into day, and some telegraphers were shocked. Ice core samples have determined that the 1859 event was the largest in the last 500 years.9 NOAA has developed a “Space Weather Scale” to rate geomagnetic storms along with other types of phenomena. Figure PO-1, below, presents the Geomagnetic Storm portion to illustrate the kinds of damage that an EMP pulse can do:10 “A G3 - Strong geomagnetic storm conditions were observed beginning 05:59 UTC on May 8, 2016. Power system voltage irregularities are possible, false alarms may be triggered on some protection devices. Spacecraft systems may experience surface charging; increased drag on low Earth-orbit satellites and orientation problems may occur. Intermittent satellite navigation (GPS) problems, including loss-of-lock and increased range error may occur. Radio - HF (high frequency) radio may be intermittent. Aurora may be seen as low as Pennsylvania to Iowa to Oregon.11” On January 22, 2017, USA Today reported the NASA Space Weather Station observed a massive coronal hole transiting the sun.12 The following link contains the video of that transit: http://www.msn.com/en-us/video/wonder/watch-massive-coronal-hole-rotate-across-suns-surface/vi- BBy4Vry?ocid=spartandhp Massive Coronal Hole Transits Sun12 - It is unknown what effect it will have on earth’s electronics, but is expected to generate an aurora. Source: USA Today Network Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 366 May 2017 The Impact of Long Term Power Outage The most immediate impact of extended power outages is the potential for loss of life due to medical devices at home failing, or temperatures reaching hot or cold extremes because of the loss of heating/cooling capabilities resulting in vulnerable people being placed at risk. As time progresses without the restoration of power, families began to incur economic damage from the loss of food stores in their refrigerators and freezers, or from having to travel to and pay for commercial shelter such as a hotel. Retail establishments experience loss of business due to their operations not being able to function during the outage. Those businesses with back-up power incur extraordinary costs in producing their own power until the extended outage is over. Particularly long outages can impact water supply and create other issues as emergency power capabilities break down from extended use, thus requiring extraordinary efforts to maintain normalcy. Outages lasting into the months can result in the breakdown of civilization locally and migration to areas of support. All of the above effects result in economic and revenue losses for county residents, and the state. Climate Change Washington State relies on hydropower for nearly three quarters of its power and sales to households use 54% of that.13 Climate warming will have a negative impact on both supply and demand of electricity throughout Washington. The biggest factors determining the effects on electricity are annual temperature changes and the change in peak snowpack melt and stream flow.14 The Northwest Power and Conservation Council predicts a 300 megawatt (about 1% of Washington’s generating capacity) reduction in demand for each degree the temperature rises.15 Increased stream flows from early snowpack melt could result in higher power supply in the spring when demand is down due to warming conditions, and lower power supply in the summer when demand is highest due to more hot days and the demand for air conditioning. Higher demand for lower power supply can lead to brown-outs, black-outs, rate increases, and the cost of living and doing business in Washington going up. Table PO-1 provides NOPRCD’s projection for temperature increases in the Olympic Peninsula due to global warming.16 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 367 May 2017 Table PO-1 – Temperature: Trends and Extremes16 Source – NOPRCD Report Global warming notwithstanding, the Northwest Power and Conservation Council issued a warning that the loss-of-load probability will approach 10% in 2021 due to the retirement of several coal plants. In this scenario, the region will need over 1,000 megawatts of new capacity to maintain adequacy.17 If there is any significant increase in in summer heat waves or severe winter storms, there will be an increase in demand for power to run air conditioners or heaters, just when the region is losing it. Conclusion Because of its location, Jefferson County is at risk for severe wind and winter storms that are capable of causing extended power outages. Not all critical facilities have back-up power, while others have diesel or gasoline back-up generators that can eventually run out of fuel. If the event causing the power outage has also damaged arterial highways, fuel resupply may not be available, thus causing secondary power outages two to three days after the initial outage as back-up generators fail. Several fire stations have back-up generators that run off of 1000-gallon propane tanks, and can last for weeks during winter weather. Power outages caused by a wide-scale event such as an earthquake would severely hamper relief efforts and exacerbate the enormity of the event. The Jefferson County Public Utility District Nbr. 1 (JPUD), the power provider for East Jefferson County, is attempting to mitigate the potential for extended power outages by creating more of a presence in Jefferson County to work with consumers, and establishing closer relations with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management to improve communications during power outage events. JPUD purchased the power related assets from Puget Sound Energy in 2010, and took over the power distribution responsibility from them. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 368 May 2017 Figure PO-1 – Geomagnetic Storm Scale10 Source: http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/noaa-scales-explanation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 369 May 2017 References – POWER OUTAGE 1. “Energy Emergency”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 53-55. 2. “Energy Emergency”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, p. 53. 3. Anthropogenic Hazard, ”Power Outage”, Wikipedia, Retrieved August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthropogenic_hazard#Power_outage 4. Anthropogenic Hazard, ”Power Outage”, Wikipedia, Retrieved August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthropogenic_hazard#Power_outage 5. WAC 246-293-660 Minimum Standards for System Reliability, Retrieved August 2016. Available at: http://apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=246-293-660 6. Lights Out, Ted Koppel, Crown Publishers, New York, pp. 17-19. 7. Ibid. 40-41. 8. The Early-Time (E1) High-Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse (HEMP) and Its Impact on the U.S. Power Grid, Edward Savage, James Gilbert, William Radasky, Metatech Corporation, Goleta, CA., January 2010. 9. A Perfect Solar Superstorm: The 1859 Carrington Event, Christopher Klein, History.com, 2012. Available at: www.history.com/news/a-perfect-solar-superstorm-the-1859-carrington-event 10. NOAA Space Weather Scales: Geomagnetic Storms, Space Weather Prediction Center, NOAA, Washington, D.C. Accessed January 8, 2017. Available at: http://www.swpc.noaa.gov/noaa-scales-explanation 11. https://watchers.news/2016/05/08/strong-geomagnetic-storms-in-progress/ , Accessed 01/22/2017. 12. Coronal Hole Transit of Sun, USA Today Network, 01/22/2017. Available at: http://www.msn.com/en-us/video/wonder/watch-massive-coronal-hole-rotate-across-suns-surface/vi-BBy4Vry?ocid=spartandhp&pfr=1 13. Climate Change in Washington – Electricity, Wikipedia, Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_change_in_Washington#Electricity 14. Ibid. 15. Ibid. 16. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p.14. Available: www.noprcd.org 17. Pacific Northwest Power Supply Adequacy Assessment for 2021, Northwest Power and Conservation Council, August 9, 2016. Available at: http://www.nwcouncil.org/media/7150504/2021-adequacy-assessment-final-aug_9_2016.pdf Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 370 May 2017 Tables – POWER OUTAGE PO-1 Temperature: Trends and Extremes Figures – POWER OUTAGE PO-1 Geomagnetic Storm Scale Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 371 May 2017 TERRORISM (CBRNE) 1 SUMMARY The Hazard: Terrorism comprises a political effort to oppose the status quo by inducing fear in the civilian population through the widespread and publicized use of violence, including murder, injury, and destruction. Impacts and Effects: • Loss of life • Loss of property • Damage and potential destruction of government buildings • Disruption of ferries, bridges, and seaports • Destruction of historical sites • Damage to law, fire, emergency medical services and responder facilities • Disruption of financial institutions and banking • Contamination of food and water supplies • Death or illness from bioterrorism, chemical attacks, or nuclear detonation • Overtaxed emergency response system • Overtaxed healthcare provider system • Long term clean-up of environmental damage • Disruption of telecommunication systems and transportation systems from cyber terrorism • Mass influx of refugees from highly populated areas • Instillation of fear and paranoia throughout the population Previous Occurrences: Although no overt act of terrorism has been detected in Jefferson County, the Sheriff’s Department has received reports of people observing operations at the Naval Magazine Indian Island. In one incident of such suspicious behavior in 2007, a citizen was able to obtain a license plate number that was subsequently traced to a stolen vehicle. The suspect was not apprehended. From time-to-time, there are reports of suspicious people or suspicious packages being left on the Washington State ferries. So far, these have not resulted in more than an inconvenience on the Port Townsend ferries as authorities take the time to check out the persons or packages. Probability of Future Events: Medium – Even though Port Townsend and Jefferson County seem like low priority targets, the FBI has reported threats against ferry systems, and it is known that NAVMAG Indian Island has periodically been under observation by persons not wanting to be identified. It is impossible to provide a precise probability of future events of this type but the general consensus is anywhere from 1 to 10 years. The most likely tactics to be used are Active Shooter(s), Bombings (any variety), and Cyber Attacks. The least likely tactics to be used are Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) Bombing/Attack and Hijacking/Skyjacking. Most likely targets are assessed to be Government Facilities, Commercial Facilities (Public Assembly, Retails, Entertainment and Media, etc), Transportation, and Military and Law Enforcement.2 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 372 May 2017 DEFINITION: The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines terrorism as “the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objective”. The definition continues to specify terrorism as either domestic or international, based upon the origin, base, and objectives of the terrorist organization.3 This has now been expanded to include Cyberterrorism: “Cyberterrorism is the convergence of cyberspace and terrorism. It refers to unlawful attacks and threats of attack against computers, networks, and the information stored therein when done to intimidate or coerce a government or its people in furtherance of political or social objectives. [A cyberterrorism] attack should result in violence against persons or property, or at least cause enough harm to generate fear. Virtually initiated attacks which lead to the death or bodily injury, explosions, or severe economic loss can also be included in cyberterrorism-related activities. Attacks against elements of a government’s critical infrastructure could also be classified as acts of cyber-terrorism depending on the impact of such an event.”4 HISTORY OF TERRORISM IN JEFFERSON COUNTY Jefferson County residents, businesses, schools and government have received numerous threatening phone calls over the years regarding bomb threats. Although many reports of pending explosions are received, most are malicious mischief. A few mailboxes have been blown up, and a few cases of arson have occurred. Arson commissions have been for personal gain, some for revenge, and some for a “thrill”. These occurrences have not met the definition of terrorism especially when compared to events such as those that occurred in New York City and Washington DC on September 11, 2001. Although no overt act of terrorism has been detected in Jefferson County, the Sheriff’s Department has received reports of suspicious persons observing operations at the Naval Magazine Indian Island. In one such incident in 2007, a citizen was able to obtain a license plate number that was subsequently traced to a stolen vehicle. The suspect was not apprehended. In 2013, there was a rumor of terrorism, when a Port Townsend School District (PTSD) employee discovered a pipe bomb while doing maintenance. The Port Townsend Police Department and other organizations based at Mountain View were evacuated and streets in the area closed after the PTSD employee brought the suspected pipe bomb to the police department. The device had apparently been brought to Blue Heron Middle School in the 1990s by a student and given to a science teacher. The school district employee located the object while performing maintenance at the school. The pipe object was then brought to the police station to turn over. It was at that time that the Mountain View campus and surrounding area was secured due to safety concerns. The State Patrol bomb squad was summoned and detonated the device. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND VULNERABILITY ASSESSMENT On September 11, 2001, the entire nation was initiated into the world of international terrorism. Acts resulting in tremendous violence introduced the country to groups such as Al Qaeda. The nation watched with horror from their living rooms the frantic searches and recovery operations at the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and in an obscure field in Pennsylvania. Fear, disbelief, and immediate counter-terrorism reactions were instituted. These acts accomplished exactly what terrorism is designed to do. The new threat is from the radical terrorist group, Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS), which is very adept at using the internet to recruit terrorists-in-place throughout the world. Terrorists cells are able to evolve and communicate without detection. Since Port Townsend and Jefferson County have both anti-war groups and a significant military installation that supplies munitions used in the Mid-East, it is easy to postulate Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 373 May 2017 the radicalization of an individual in the area and an attempt to damage or destroy a warship or the Indian Island Naval Magazine. Terrorists hope to instill fear and panic in civilian populations by convincing them that their governments cannot: • Protect its own population • Protect the symbols of its authority • Protect society’s institutions • Protect society’s infrastructure • Protect its own officials • End the threat of more terrorism, and as a result, • Cannot maintain normal, peaceful conditions in society. Washington State is vulnerable to terrorist activity. Terrorism can be state sponsored or the outgrowth of a frustrated, extremist fringe of polarized and/or minority groups. Extremists have a different concept of morality than mainstream society, thereby making predictions on what and where they will perform other acts of violence very unpredictable. Terrorist groups may include extremists in: • Ethnic, separatists, and political refugees • Left wing radical organizations • Right wing racists, anti-authority survivalist groups • Extremist issue-oriented groups such as religious, animal rights, environmental, etc. Jefferson County has no immunity to potential terrorist activity. Terrorist groups at play today are constantly emerging. Aside from the notorious Al Qaeda groups, there are other potential “copy groups” who would not hesitate to utilize chemical and biological materials. Terrorists perform acts of violence or spread anthrax through the mail system, or release bio-toxins into the food supply want notoriety, want to spread the maximum amount of fear through the population, and want to create an event that will receive national/international attention. As home to important military installations and our close proximity to Seattle’s economic, financial, and population centers, Jefferson County’s vulnerability to the effects of terrorism is substantial. Communities that are most vulnerable to terrorist incidents have visible and vulnerable targets. These kinds of targets that are found in Jefferson County include: • Government office buildings, courthouses, schools, hospitals • Dams, water supplies, power distribution systems • Military installations • Ferries, bridges, seaports • Theaters, parks, concert halls • Financial institutions and banks • Sites of historical and symbolic significance • Scientific research facilities, academic institutions, museums • Industrial plants; business offices • Law, fire, emergency medical services and responder facilities • Special events, parades, religious services, festivals, celebrations The term “Weapons of Mass Destruction” (WMD) describes weapons that can be classified into the following categories: Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive. These categories are often referred to as the acronym CBRNE. Biological and chemical agents pose threats because of their Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 374 May 2017 accessible nature and the rapid manner in which they could be spread. Most agents can be easily introduced into the environment through aerosol generators, explosive devices, breaking containers, or other forms of covert dissemination. Dispersed as an aerosol, chemical agents have their greatest potential for inflicting mass casualties. Biological agents can be disseminated by the use of aerosols, contaminated food or water supplies, direct skin contact, or injection. The consequences of biological attacks will first be recognized in the hospital emergency rooms and by other health care resources, and will present communities with an unprecedented requirement to provide mass protective treatment, mass patient care, mass fatality management, and environmental health clean-up procedures and plans. Radiological and nuclear weapons would inflict explosions, thermal radiation, and radiation exposure injuries, sickness or death. Cyberterrorism is a relatively new phenomenon that can be used to potentially disrupt society and exploit our continuing reliance on computers and telecommunication. Cyberterrorism threatens the electronic infrastructure supporting the social, health, and economic well-being of all citizens. Interlinked computer networks regulate the flow of power, water, financial services, medical care, telecommunication networks, and transportation systems. If one were able to accurately predict, it would be more likely that a site in Seattle or Tacoma or a nearby military installation would be the direct target rather than one located in the County. The consequences are that Jefferson County could appear (or it could be announced to the Seattle-Metro area) that this area could be a haven for people fleeing from a terrorist situation. County resources would be quickly overloaded, food supplies would quickly be depleted, lodging would be scarce, and management of people (both local and “refugees”) could be extremely difficult. County leaders have addressed such scenarios and are becoming cognizant of potential problems and the implications of such an event. In the same vein, Jefferson County’s relative quiet lifestyle offers several areas of seclusion from which covert activities could be planned. The rise of militia groups in other parts of Washington, Oregon, Montana, and Idaho underscores this aspect of the County’s demographics. Groups could see the County as a place to organize and wait until circumstances are right in other areas of the country. Alert citizens and law enforcement alike have the responsibility to be aware of citizens’ activities and to be mindful of the realities of the world today. CONCLUSION Terrorism is a deliberate strategy. Terrorism is discriminate since it has a definite purpose, but indiscriminate in that the terrorist has neither sympathy nor hate for the randomly selected victim. Although the focus of terrorists is a political authority, their targets and victims tend to involve innocent civilians. Civilians are easier to attack and often produce more dramatic consequences. Changes in the National Homeland Security Advisory System levels are provided as soon as they are available via an Emergency Management phone line accessible by anyone with a telephone. Jefferson County has convened its leaders to examine and more thoroughly understand existing emergency response processes, communication plans and methodologies. Citizens, both public and private, must be continually aware of suspicious activities. Agencies should have critical incident plans outlining roles for school administrators, law enforcement, fire departments, and medical care providers. Agencies should coordinate their plans with each other to ensure that redundancies are addressed and to further the understanding and opportunities for cooperation by all potentially affected agencies. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 375 May 2017 References – TERRORISM 1. “Terrorism”, The Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment (THIRA), Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp. 64-66. 2. “Terrorism Profile”, Tab 5.16, Washington State Threat Mitigation Plan, October 2012, p. 1. 3. Threat Definitions, “Terrorism Profile”, Tab 5.16, Washington State Threat Mitigation Plan, October 2012, p. 3. 4. Threat Definitions, “Terrorism Profile”, Tab 5.16, Washington State Threat Mitigation Plan, October 2012, p. 3. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 376 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 377 May 2017 WATER SHORTAGE / SEWER FAILURE (EXTENDED) SUMMARY The Hazard: Water can be in short supply or become contaminated due to either intentional actions or to unintentional consequences of improper handling, system breakdowns, or through the introduction of bacteria from various means.1 It can also be chronically in short supply due to the effects of climate warming on municipal water supplies.2 Impacts and Effects: • Health problems ranging from mild discomfort to extremely ill and/or death • Health care providers overwhelmed by patients • Hospital bed shortages • Emergency Medical Systems challenged by increased calls • Loss of tourism resulting in loss of business revenue • Long term emergency management crisis if water supply is contaminated • Adverse impact on agriculture, especially dry land farms and grazing lands • Increased danger of fires • Serious impacts to recreation areas • Imposition of water conservation measures • Curtailment of industries using large quantities of water causing unemployment • Shortages of water for firefighting • Increased prices for local produce Previous Occurrences: There have been no major historical incidents of food or water contamination in Jefferson County other than occasional “food poisoning” episodes at restaurants or social gatherings.3 Probability of Future Events: Moderate – Climatic changes may be impacting the frequency and duration of drought conditions on the Olympic Peninsula and lead to spot shortages of water. Definition: Water can be in short supply or become contaminated due to either intentional actions or to unintentional consequences of improper handling, system breakdowns, or through the introduction of bacteria from various means. Shortages in this context are extended, but are through non-climatic events, thus droughts are not addressed here, but have their own section. History of Water Shortage/Sewer Failure in Jefferson County There have been no major historical incidents of extended water shortages or water contamination in Jefferson County other than occasional breaks in water lines or the occasional “food poisoning” episodes at restaurants or social gatherings. Wells and water supplies have had short-term periods of contamination following maintenance work on their systems or by accidental contamination of wells due to poor drainage Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 378 May 2017 systems or other similar events. In each case, the cause of contamination was referred to the proper authorities or was solved by private owners of the water wells involved. • Several local lakes have had periodic contaminations by blooms of a toxic blue-green algae. This has killed or injured small pets, and has resulted in periods in which the lakes have been quarantined. While inconvenient, these lakes are not major contributors to the economy or the drinking water supply, so the occurrences are of concern only to the degree that they threaten county residents and their animals. • Port Townsend has a single 36” diameter pipeline from the City reservoir to the city itself, twenty-eight miles away. This has occasionally been broken by landslides in vulnerable areas. These are quickly repaired, and water outages have never been more than a day. The city has a 5-million gallon reservoir that can supply the city for two to three days during a water line disruption.4 • On December 14, 2009, an 80-year old 12” main broke at 11:00 a.m. The break was repaired by 7:00 p.m., but restaurants were ordered by the Public Health Department to close until the water was tested twice with satisfactory results. The test concluded at 4:00 p.m. on the next day. Hazard Assessment and Vulnerability Assessment At this time in the history of our country, people are primarily dependent on others to provide water, although a significant number of rural households in Jefferson County have their own wells. County and city water supply systems are large and provide the majority of the county with drinking water. While this system encourages efficiency of supply, it is vulnerable to interruption and can also spread disease rapidly. Over the past decade, the vulnerability of the Jefferson County communities’ water supplies has been increasing. Primary reasons for the increased risk include: • Increased development in rural areas has put stress on available water sources • Possible climatic changes that reduce the winter snow packs responsible for recharging ground water systems • Aging water delivery infrastructure that is easily disrupted • Parasites, bacteria, and other organisms have become more resistant to pesticides • It can take up to a week for people to show signs of exposure. This makes it difficult to track the source because people tend to forget what and where they ingested. Additionally, more people can contract the illness during the incubation period. • New parasites and bacteria are being identified all the time. • Speculation based on intelligence gathered in the war on counter-terrorism suggests that contaminating the nation’s regional water supplies would create a disaster for hundreds of thousands of people The City constructed a new 5-million-gallon reservoir and drinking water treatment facility, which went into service in 2016. The new facility improves capabilities to meet Federal requirements, and replaces a reservoir that was old and could not withstand a significant earthquake. This increases the available supply of potable water to 3.0 mgd, the planned treatment plant capacity.5 The primary effects of a contaminated food or water supply are illnesses and sometimes even death. If the contamination leads to an epidemic, it could severely tax the health care system in regards to diagnosis, treatment and prevention. A community dependent on tourism, such as Port Townsend, would be affected by loss of productivity. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 379 May 2017 During a region-wide event such as a major earthquake, Jefferson County water supplies are extremely vulnerable. For example: • The City of Port Townsend, which has about 1/3 of the county’s population, depends on a single 36” diameter pipeline to carry its water supply that is known to cross areas that are subject to landslides. Originally built in 1926, with upgrades in 1956, it has known vulnerabilities that are being addressed within funding limitations. The estimated cost to replace the entire line is approximately $30 million. Figure H2O-1, below, shows the system.6 • The Jefferson County Public Utility District No. 1 (PUD) has a 4000-gallon water tanker trailer to support the region during a water shortage emergency. The PUD tanker is not regularly used, and the tires are worn. James Parker, General Manager of the PUD, says the tires will be replaced by the end of January, 2017. • The PUD provides water to small communities such as Quilcene, and could have an obligation to be in multiple places with one piece of equipment during a major event – assuming that the roads were in such a condition as to allow it. • On September 19, 2016, routine testing identified the possibility of a toxic substance in the City water supply. Subsequent testing showed the water to be safe. In the meantime, the EOC prepared a plan to distribute water to 10,000 residents daily. Water trucks and bladders were deemed not adequate. Estimated costs to deliver bottled water were $30,000 per day in both direct and indirect costs.7 • There were three small independent water districts in which neighborhoods in rural areas have banded together to provide water to about a dozen households each. These are isolated and do not have significant back-up power for their pumps. Since 2009, one of these has been taken over by the PUD. Climate Change Warming climates will cause earlier snowmelt resulting in a shift as to when water must be captured in reservoirs to prevent a shortage in the summer. Figure H2O-2 illustrates the shift from a “transition” hydrologic basin type to a “rain dominant” basin type in the WRIA that serves Port Townsend and East Jefferson County.8 A “transition” basin type is one which depends on both snow and rain to recharge its water supply, as opposed to the “rain dominant” basin type, which is self-evident. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 380 May 2017 Figure H2O-1. City of Port Townsend Water System6 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 381 May 2017 Figure H2O-2 – Shift in Hydrologic Basin Types8 “Shifting hydrologic basin types in the PNW under climate change9. This projection shows the shifting of hydrologic basins on the North Olympic Peninsula away from a transient (rain & snow) watershed to rain dominant by the end of the century under climate change. With global temperature rise showing few signs of future abatement, this future may vary in timing but not in ultimate outcome.10” Source: NOPRCD Report Conclusion Education of the population’s water resources must be ongoing and dynamic. Safe drinking water requires two critical steps: protection and treatment. Pollution prevention needs to be integrated with safe drinking water programs. All Group “A” public water systems in Washington State (greater than 15 connections) are required to collect samples for coliform bacteria analysis per WAC 246-290. Security procedures of water reservoirs must be examined to insure that intentionally introduced contamination is addressed. For instance, the intentional exposure to botulism can easily be done through aerosol droplets falling into the water systems. Health Department and health care providers must be increasingly aware of potential diseases that can be transmitted to the population as a form of terrorism. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 382 May 2017 Proactive maintenance and upgrade of vulnerable assets must be addressed in both the city and county, particularly in the context of a region-wide disaster event. References – WATER SHORTAGE (EXTENDED) 1. “Food and Water Contamination”, Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp 56-58. 2. Climate Change in Washington: Municipal Water Supply, Wikipedia. Accessed August 2016. Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Climate_change_in_Washington#Municipal_water_supply 3. “Food and Water Contamination”, Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Analysis, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management, 2011, pp 56. 4. City of Port Townsend Water Plan (Rev. 2014), HDR Engineering and The City of Port Townsend staff, City of Port Townsend, 2014, p.15. 5. Ibid. 6. Ibid. 7. 16-Charlie 8. Petersen, S., Bell, J., Miller, I., Jayne, C., Dean, K., Fougerat, M., 2015. Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula. A Project of the North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, funded by the Environmental Protection Agency. p. 69. Available: www.noprcd.org 9. Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), 2011. Climate Impacts Vulnerability Assessment. http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/NR/rdonlyres/B290651B-24FD-40EC-BEC3-EE5097ED0618/0/WSDOTClimateImpactsVulnerabilityAssessmentforFHWAFinal.pdf 10. Ibid. 7,69. Figures - WATER SHORTAGE (EXTENDED) H2O-1 City of Port Townsend Water System H2O-2 Shift in Hydrologic Basin Types Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 409 September 2016 SECTION IV Jurisdiction Specific Information Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 410 September 2016 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 411 September 2016 Jurisdiction Specific Information This section of the Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan contains jurisdictional-specific information regarding vulnerability to natural hazards and proposed mitigation strategies. Each entity participating in the multi-jurisdictional process worked independently utilizing various locally-developed forms to help assess their vulnerability to various natural hazards. This assessment process was made on a subjective basis considering past events and the best available information. In addition, each entity did their best to list mitigation strategies currently in place as well as identify new mitigation strategies and/or projects that would benefit their specific community. The information contained in this section regarding vulnerability and mitigation strategies are specific to each participating jurisdiction, or special purpose district that participated in the development of this plan. In addition, some communities that currently participate in the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System (CRS) elected to include jurisdictional-specific CRS-related information in this section of the plan. Potential Dollar Losses Within Jurisdictions Estimates for potential dollar losses of assets are provided within the profiles of each participating jurisdiction. Since all participating jurisdictions are at risk for a magnitude-9 earthquake, we simply asked for the value of capital assets. The value of public assets at risk for the City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, and the special districts were obtained by getting the summaries of the insured infrastructure for each jurisdiction. The value of private assets within Jefferson County was obtained by getting the current assessor roles. Additionally, the Earthquake hazard write-up in Section II contains an Hazus analysis that predicts loss based on historical probabilities for earthquakes in the region. Since that last magnitude 9+ earthquake occurred in 1700, prior to significant infrastructure being in the area, we place more credence on merely cataloging the value of current assets. We are now within the cyclic period when it is possible for a catastrophic seismic event to recur in Jefferson County. It is recognized that this understates the potential losses because it only focuses on publicly documented assets, and does not include such things as state highways. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 412 September 2016 NATURAL HAZARD RATING PROCESS Using a scoring matrix available in the 20/20 Mitigation Software provided to Jefferson County by the Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division, each jurisdiction participating in the development of the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan calculated a risk analysis for the following natural hazards: Avalanche Public Health Emergency Damaging Winds Tornado Drought Tsunami / Seiche Earthquake Volcano Event Flood Wildfire – Urban Interface Heat Wave Winter Storm (Snow) To begin the risk analysis process, each jurisdiction completed the 20/20 scoring matrix using a subjective evaluation based on historical events by assigning numerical values for each natural hazard based upon the following risk categories: • The area(s) impacted by the hazard (ranked 0-4) • Probability of persons injured or killed (ranked 0-3) • Probability of property damaged or destroyed (ranked 0-3) • Probability of environmental damage (ranked 0-3) • Probability of Economic disruption (ranked 0-3) In addition, a Probability or Frequency of Occurrence value was assigned to each natural hazard (ranked 1 - 5) based upon the known frequency of incidents resulting from each natural hazard. For each natural hazard, the numerical values for each risk category were totaled (with a maximum possible score of 16) and this number was then multiplied by the Probability or “Frequency of Occurrence” value to determine the risk rating for each natural hazard. Using this formula, the maximum numerical risk value that could be assigned to each hazard is 80. Based on this scoring matrix, the maximum numerical risk value that could be assigned to calculate the combined risk rating for all natural hazards considered is 720. The completed 20/20 scoring matrix and risk rating for each participating jurisdiction can be found in their individual portion of SECTION IV of this plan. The NATURAL HAZARD RATING TABLE shown on the following page was compiled based upon the risk analysis calculated by each participating jurisdiction. In addition, the top 3 identified hazards of each jurisdiction were carried over to its Special District profile. The NATURAL HAZARD RATING TABLE provides a useful tool to compare the extent to which each natural hazard affects each community involved in the development of the Plan. It also captures the change in attitude (priorities) among participating jurisdictions towards each hazard. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 413 September 2016 2016 Natural Hazard Risk Rating by Jurisdiction Natural Hazard Rating Jurisdiction Avalanche Damaging Winds Drought Earthquake Flood Heat Wave Land Movement Public Health Emergency Tornado Tsunami Volcanic Activity Wildland Fire Winter Storms Total Score Jefferson County 6 40 28 45 40 32 50 24 6 10 40 45 28 394 City of Port Townsend 3 65 22 45 20 20 24 18 8 36 7 16 65 349 Subtotal: Primary Jurisdictions 9 105 50 90 60 52 74 42 14 46 47 61 93 743 Jefferson County Fire District 1 (East Jefferson Fire & Rescue) 0 30 16 48 10 22 15 16 28 18 30 33 36 302 Jefferson County Fire District 2 (Quilcene Fire Department) 0 40 7 13 24 7 5 10 11 0 0 12 40 169 Jefferson County Fire District 3 (Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue) 0 60 18 64 24 11 12 14 9 39 42 48 60 401 Jefferson County Fire District 4 (Brinnon Fire Department) 3 50 14 11 30 18 32 10 7 8 4 70 36 293 Jefferson County Fire District 5 (Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire & Rescue) 0 6 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 4 15 JeffCom 9-1-1 0 44 5 32 30 5 8 16 0 18 0 30 30 218 Public Hospital District No. 2 0 18 14 48 9 14 10 9 0 42 5 18 16 203 Jefferson County Library District 5 18 1 14 5 1 5 5 0 4 11 8 7 84 Port of Port Townsend 0 20 0 8 7 0 4 1 0 15 0 1 20 76 Queets/Clearwater School District No. 20 0 44 1 33 0 0 0 8 0 0 10 33 20 149 Brinnon School District No. 45 0 7 0 10 24 0 5 0 0 24 0 4 8 82 Quilcene School District No. 48 0 18 5 75 B 8 0 7 0 16 10 48 8 203 Chimacum School District No. 49 0 45 0 52 30 0 0 16 0 39 27 3 40 252 Port Townsend School District No. 50 0 27 1 14 9 0 0 10 0 9 8 5 27 110 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 5 16 5 20 8 0 35 0 0 5 16 27 16 153 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County (Electrical) 0 36 12 8 3 5 2 7 0 9 1 5 24 112 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County (Water & Sewer) 0 16 6 7 6 6 3 7 0 7 0 3 14 75 Subtotal: Special Districts 13 495 105 459 227 97 136 136 55 253 164 351 406 2897 Grand Totals: 22 600 155 549 287 149 210 178 69 299 211 412 499 3640 Source: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 414 September 2016 Criteria for Scoring - based on 20/20 software Probability of Occurrence Impact Area Health and Safety 1 = Unknown but rare occurrence 1 = Less than 25% of developed areas 1 = Few injuries/illnesses 2 = Few fatalities but many 2 = Unknown but anticipated 2 = Less than 50% of developed areas injuries/illnesses 3= 100 years or less 3 = Less than 75% of developed areas 3 = Numerous fatalities 4 = 25 years or less 4 = Over 75% of developed areas 5 = Once per year or more Economic Environment 1 = Low direct and/or low indirect costs Property 1 = Resources damaged with short term recovery 2 = High direct and low indirect costs 1 = Few properties destroyed/damaged 2 = Resources damaged with long term recovery 3 = High direct and high indirect costs 2 = Few destroyed/many damaged 3 = Resources damaged beyond recovery 3 = Few damaged - many destroyed 4 = Many properties destroyed and damaged Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 415 September 2016 City of Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 416 September 2016 CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND Jurisdiction-Specific Vulnerability Assessment & Mitigation Strategies The purpose of this section of the plan is to assess the vulnerability of the City of Port Townsend in regards to the various natural hazards previously identified in SECTION II of this plan. In addition, mitigation strategies that are currently in place relating to these natural hazards as well as newly proposed mitigation strategies have been included in this section of the plan. To complete the vulnerability assessment process, various city staff utilized a series of locally developed forms as well as forms available in the 20/20 Mitigation Software that were provided to Jefferson County by the Washington State Military Department, Emergency Management Division. As part of the vulnerability assessment process, City of Port Townsend government started an inventory of all critical facilities and is considering these critical facilities in our planning and mitigation strategy development process. Basic information on these facilities is available from public sources, and therefore, it is included in this report. Sensitive information about critical facilities has not been published. Representatives from City of Port Townsend government worked closely with other jurisdictions, agencies, and the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Planning Committee to develop a comprehensive, coordinated mitigation plan intended to reduce the vulnerability to natural hazards within the City of Port Townsend. The information contained in this document presents the results of this effort to identify the specific natural hazards threatening the City of Port Townsend, to characterize the vulnerability of the City of Port Townsend regarding these hazards, and to identify current as well as proposed mitigation strategies, projects and/or programs to address those vulnerabilities. The analyses conducted by Port Townsend staff were based on the best currently available information and data regarding the characteristics of the neighborhoods identified, the natural hazards that threaten the people, property, and environment of these neighborhoods as well as the impacts these neighborhoods have suffered in past disasters. This information includes, when available, United States Census data, local tax records, local and national geographic information system data, Flood Insurance Rate Maps, hazard specific analyses, and other environmental and demographic facts. However, very often authoritative or current information simply was not available for the planning effort. In these cases, the experience, knowledge and judgment of local officials representing the City of Port Townsend, the judgment of knowledgeable officials and simplified analyses is considered acceptable at this stage to allow the participating organizations to complete the tasks needed to develop this multi-jurisdictional natural hazards mitigation plan. As the planning continues in future years, or at the time when a proposed mitigation initiative is intended to be funded and/or implemented, the participating organizations/jurisdictions recognize that additional information and analyses may be required. The City of Port Townsend government is committed to the implementation of the mitigation related projects/programs described in this section of the plan when and if resources become available. City of Port Townsend government is also committed to continuing the mitigation planning process that has resulted in the development of this document, and to the ongoing cooperation with other agencies, organizations, and jurisdictions to make the City more resistant to the damages and hardships that could otherwise be the result of future natural disasters. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 417 September 2016 Port Townsend Overview: Contact Information: 360-379-5047 Port Townsend City Hall 250 Madison St Port Townsend WA 98368 Population of Jurisdiction: 9,485 (April 1, 2016 Pop Est. – WA OFM) Principal Economic Base: Pulp and Paper; Marine Trades / Boatbuilding; Wood Products / Logging; Diversified Manufacturing; Tourism; and Health Care Current Hazard Mitigation Codes/Plans/Ordinances: • Comprehensive Land Use Plan • Shoreline Master Program • Port Townsend Zoning Code (PTMC Title 17) • Adopted Building Codes (International Building Codes, State Historic Building Code) • Adopted Fire or Life Safety Code (International Fire Code) • Local Water Quality Plan • Municipal Code • Flood Damage Prevention Ordinances (PTMC Chapter 16.08, Portions of Title 17 Zoning, 18 Land Division, and 19.05 Environmentally Sensitive Areas) • Participation in NFIP Program • 2009 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan NFIP PARTICIPATION 1,2,3 Date Joined NFIP: 06/14/1974 CID: 520070# Last Community Assistance Visit: 08/10/2012 Nbr of NFIP policies in Jurisdiction: 61 (06/2016) Floodplain Ordinance: PTMC Chapter 16.08 Total Number of Paid Claims: 9 $ Amount of Paid Claims: $26,687 Total Number of Repetitive Claim Properties: 0 Value of Repetitive Claim Properties: $0 1 Policy Information by State, NFIP BureauNet, June 30, 2016. Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://bsa.nfipstat.fema.gov/reports/1011.htm#WAT 2 Claim Information by State, NFIP, June 30, 2016. Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://bsa.nfipstat.fema.gov/reports/1040.htm#WAT 3 WYO and Direct Data by Community with County and State, June 30, 2016, Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://bsa.nfipstat.fema.gov/reports/w2rhudrp.htm The City of Port Townsend is a participant in good standing in the NFIP program. NFIP participation has been institutionalized as part of the city’s risk management efforts, thus assuring that NFIP requirements are routinely reviewed and that changes to local ordinances, the Shoreline Master Plan, etc. are made consistent with those requirements. Since the city’s Comprehensive Use Plan, its Shoreline Master Plan, and others have specific review and update cycles, NFIP-related changes normally occur during a planned review and update unless specific circumstances such as an externally mandated implementation date dictates otherwise. No additional priority has been attached to NFIP participation per se because the process to stay current has been institutionalized. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 418 September 2016 The city pays its NFIP insurance premiums as part of the Association of Washington Cities (AWC) risk pool and thus has the additional benefit of having the AWC also monitoring requirements and notifying the city when changes are required. Planning Methodologies To make jurisdiction-wide analysis of the population at risk for each hazard type feasible and practical for mitigation planning purposes, a simplified approach has been used. The estimate of the population at risk for specific hazards is accomplished in the following manner: The population in a specific neighborhood is estimated by local planners, based on readily available data or their best judgment in the absence of suitable data. The population could be residents, workers, visitors, institutionalized individuals, mixed population types, etc., depending on the characteristics of the neighborhood. The percentage of the area of the specific neighborhood threatened by the identified hazard is then estimated by local planners, again based on readily available data or their best judgment. The percent of the neighborhood at risk is then used as a multiplier to determine the estimated number of people at risk from that hazard. The methodology is simplistic but conservative, in that it assumes occupied structures are uniformly distributed throughout the neighborhood in relation to the area of risk, that the population is present in the neighborhood on a 24 hour, 7-day basis, and that all individuals are equally vulnerable to the impacts of the hazard event. The derived estimates for the number of people at risk may therefore be higher than actually is the case, but the estimates are considered satisfactory to support the local mitigation planning process. To make jurisdiction-wide analysis of the dollar value of properties at risk for each hazard type feasible and practical for mitigation planning purposes, a simplified approach has been used to provide input to the cost benefit analysis. The estimate of the dollar value of properties at risk for specific hazards is accomplished in the following manner: The number of structures in a specific neighborhood and the average dollar value for those structures is estimated by local planners, based on readily available data or their best judgment in the absence of suitable data. The percentage of the specific neighborhood threatened by the identified hazard is then estimated by local planners, again based on readily available data or their best judgment. The percent of the neighborhood at risk is then used as a multiplier to determine the estimated number of structures at risk from that hazard. This number is then multiplied by the estimated average cost of the structures to derive an estimated total value of the property at risk of damage in that neighborhood from the identified hazard. The methodology is simplistic but conservative, in that it assumes structures are uniformly distributed throughout the neighborhood in relation to the area of risk; that the hazard threatens the entire value of each structure; and that structures are equally vulnerable to the impacts of the hazard. The derived estimates for the dollar value of property at risk may therefore be higher than would actually be the case, but the estimates are considered satisfactory to support the local mitigation planning process. To make analysis of the dollar value of critical assets for each hazard type, insurance records were obtained for all public buildings. Tax roles were used for the valuation of districts and of specific buildings or locations, as appropriate. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 419 September 2016 DISASTER EVENTS - PORT TOWNSEND NO DATE LOCATION DESCRIPTION 1 Dec 27, 1866 Downtown Port Townsend Flood Tide inundated all of downtown. Water was reported as being up to the armpits of a man at the current location of the Bishop Hotel. 2 Jan 6, 1880 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm; 4 feet of snow; drifts up to 10 feet high. 3 Jan 1893 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm 4 Feb 3, 1916 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm; Reported as 30.5 inches in 24 hours. 5 Dec 25, 1919 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm 6 Dec 22, 1955 Port Townsend Major Snow Storm 7 Oct 12, 1962 Region Columbus Day Storm; Blew roof off of building that currently houses PTPD. Many trees down. Much damage. 8 Dec 28-29 1968 Port Townsend Ice Storm 9 2002 Port Townsend Prolonged Drought. Port Townsend Paper lays off workers and shuts down production to conserve Port Townsend’s water supply. 10 2009 Region / Port Townsend Major Snow Storm – PA applied for in the amount of $17,500 for snow removal. 11 2014 - 2015 Region Prolonged Drought. Lords Lake reservoir down to 11 feet from normal 70 feet. Planning shutdown of Port Townsend Paper if water level drops below 3 feet.2 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 420 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE Comprehensive Land Use Plan3 Reduce city exposure to flooding and landslides, and to minimize reliance on federal and state programs for disaster mitigation, protect public and private property, save lives, and use community resources wisely. (a) Integrate regulatory standards such as buffers and setbacks with hazard avoidances measures. (b) Coordinate hazard vulnerability assessments with programs for purchase or preservation of open space. (c) Update hazard mitigation and disaster plans every three years. (d) Coordinate related activities of city departments with the County, State, and Federal agencies. a. Mapping designations - Continue to revise and compile mapping of vulnerable areas by using City, County, State, and Federal databases... Development Regulations - Revise the Zoning, Subdivision, Critical Areas Ordinances and the regulations portion of the Shoreline Master Program to incorporate hazard avoidance provisions and assure consistency of definitions and mapping. Policy 8.7: Assess the risks (e.g., increased incidence of drought, flooding, and sea level rise) and potential impacts on both City government operations and on the larger community due to climate change. The assessment of risk and potential responses – both in terms of mitigation and adaptation – should evaluate the full range of issues, paying particular attention to those arising from the city’s location on Puget Sound. 8.7.1: Develop a climate change risk assessment and impact analysis for city government facilities and operations. 8.7.2: Develop a climate change risk assessment and impact analysis for the community which considers the potential long-term impacts to economic, land use, and other community patterns as well as the risks associated with periodic weather or climate events. Annual Minor Reviews & Updates – Major Review under way. Due June 2016 to be effective thru 2036. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 421 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE Engineering Design Standards The purpose of the Engineering Design Standards is to establish minimum requirements for all development in the City relating to water, sewer. storm drainage, transportation, utilities, clearing and grading, erosion control and construction activities.5 These standards are notable in that a significant amount of its focus is dealing with the 100-year flood plain. See the FEMA FIRMS in the FLOOD topic in Section II of the Plan. On Demand or as a subset of the regular review process for the Comprehensive Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 422 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE Port Townsend Municipal Code PTMC Chapter 2.24 CIVIL DEFENSE ADMINISTRATION This has never been revoked, even though Chapter 9.40 supersedes it. PTMC Chapter 9.40 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM 9.40.020 Emergency management policy. It is the policy of the city of Port Townsend to make effective preparation and use of manpower, resources, and facilities for dealing with any emergency or disaster that may occur. Disasters and emergencies, by their very nature, may disrupt or destroy existing systems and the capability of the city of Port Townsend to respond to protect life, public health, and public property. Therefore, citizens are advised to be prepared to be on their own for up to 72 hours should an emergency or disaster occur. (Ord. 2452 § 1, 1995). Commentary: Recommendations will be made to City Council to update Chapter 9.40.020. City recommends 1-3 weeks for wide-scale event. (2016) 9.40.090 Emergency operations center (EOC). Emergency services shall establish and staff an emergency operations center equipped with a communications system to support government operations and emergencies and provide other essential facilities and equipment for agencies and activities assigned an emergency function. The second floor of the city library shall be so designated as the emergency operations center (EOC). (Ord. 2452 § 1, 1995). Commentary: Recommendations will be made to City Council to update Chapter 9.40 to reflect the current set-up of JCFD1 Fire Station 1-6 as the City’s primary EOC, with the city library being the command center for policy makers. (2016) Paragraph 9.40.090 is the City EOC for policy makers, but JCFD1 Station 1-6 is set up as an Alternate EOC for the County, and the City Command Center for operational coordination As needed. In constant revision. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 423 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE between the County and the City during crises. It has a full range of communications to mirror the County EOC, along with an Alternate 9-1-1 console to backup JeffCom. PTMC Chapter 17.50 ESSENTIAL PUBLIC FACILITIES 17.50.010 Purpose. The purpose of this chapter is to fulfill the requirements of the Growth Management Act by accommodating essential public facilities of statewide or regional significance, including but not limited to airports, state education facilities, state or regional transportation facilities; prisons, jails and other correctional facilities; secure community transition facilities; and solid waste facilities. (Ord. 2879 § 6.4, 2005). PTMC Chapter 19.05 Critical Areas. 19.05.010 Purpose. The Washington Growth Management Act (GMA) requires that critical areas within the city are to be protected by establishing protection standards for minimizing the impact of development of properties within critical areas. The goal of this chapter is to protect and improve the city of Port Townsend’s critical areas for the present and future generations. Many elements of Port Townsend’s natural environment are fragile resources that are sensitive to the impacts of urban development, or may pose hazards to the community if developed. These include the following areas and ecosystems: wetlands; critical aquifer recharge areas; fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas; frequently flooded areas; and geologically hazardous areas. These are termed “critical areas,” which also include their protective buffers, and are of special concern to the city and the citizens of the state. This document addresses only the city’s critical areas – it has been determined that the city will not designate any natural resource lands as defined by the Growth Management Act. It is the intent of this chapter to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 424 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE A. Reducing the potential for personal injury, loss of life or property damage due to flooding, erosion, landslides, seismic events or soil subsidence; B. Using the ARC approach to critical area impacts – Avoid, Reduce, and Compensate: 1. First, if at all possible, avoid adverse impacts; 2. Second, if that is not reasonable or possible, reduce adverse impacts by: a. Minimizing or limiting the degree or magnitude of the development and its implementation by using appropriate technology, or by taking affirmative steps to avoid or reduce impacts, b. Reducing or eliminating the impact over time by preservation and maintenance operations during the life of the development activity; 3. Finally compensate for the impact by: a. Rectifying the adverse impact by repairing, rehabilitating, or restoring the affected environment, b. Compensating for unavoidable impacts by replacing, enhancing or providing substitute resources or environments; C. Protecting against publicly financed expenditures due to the misuse of critical areas which cause on-site or off-site: 1. Unnecessary maintenance and replacement of public facilities; 2. Public funding of mitigation for avoidable impacts; 3. Cost for public emergency rescue and relief operations where the causes are avoidable; 4. Degradation of the natural environment; D. Protecting unique, fragile and valuable elements of the environment, including fish and wildlife and their habitats; E. Alerting appraisers, assessors, owners, potential buyers or lessees to the development limitations of critical areas; F. Providing city officials with sufficient information to adequately protect critical areas when approving, conditioning or denying public or private development proposals; Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 425 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE G. Implementing the policies of the State Environmental Policy Act, the State Growth Management Act, this code, and the city comprehensive plan. (Ord. 2899 § 1, 2005; Ord. 2319 § 1, 1992). Quality Management Plan Objectives: (a) Prevent property damage from flooding, (b) Perform the necessary analysis and recommend solutions for existing flooding problems, (c) Employ management strategies in flood- prone areas to ensure that new development is not exposed to significant flood risk, (d) Preserve wetlands and implement a wetlands management strategy, (e) Review the city’s critical areas ordinances to ensure consistency with the surface water management program goals, (f) Ensure adequate funding for program implementation, (g) Coordinate the City Storm Water program with the Jefferson County program. 6 Year Shoreline Master Plan In order to protect the public interest in the preservation and reasonable use of the shorelines of the state, the Shoreline Management Act establishes a planning program coordinated between the state and local jurisdictions to address the types and effects of development occurring along the state's shorelines. By law, the City is responsible for the following: A. Development of an inventory of the natural characteristics and land use patterns along “shorelines of the state” within the City’s territorial limits. B. Preparation of a "Shoreline Master Program" to determine the future of the shorelines. This future is defined through the goals developed for the following land and water use elements: economic development, public access, circulation, recreation, shoreline use, conservation, historical/cultural protection, and floodplain management. Policy 6.3.1 Protect the environment through implementation of this Master Program in concert with the City’s Critical Areas Ordinance and through the use of the AMRRC mitigation sequence (Avoid, Minimize, Rectify, Reduce, Compensate) (WAC 173-26-201(e)). Policy 6.7.1 Ensure that new development in areas prone to periodic Last update May 12, 2012 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 426 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE flooding comply with the City’s Flood Damage Prevention standards (Chapter 16.08, PTMC) to minimize health hazards and property damage due to flooding. Policy 6.7.2 Develop, enhance, and implement education programs aimed at mitigating natural hazards, and reducing the risk to citizens, public agencies, private property owners, businesses and schools. Policy 6.7.3 Encourage development of acquisition and management strategies to preserve open space for flood mitigation, fish habitat, and water quality in frequently flooded areas. Policy 6.7.4 Coordinate and support the development of improved tsunami warning systems. Comprehensive Storm Water Plan This title is intended to require compliance with the city’s Engineering Design Standards manual for public improvements necessary to serve all areas of the city and the out-of-city water service areas, to ensure that appropriate public services and facilities, including utilities, are provided concurrently with development in accordance with the Growth Management Act, Chapter 36.70A RCW, and to ensure that all properties in the city uniformly comply with all regulatory standards and requirements to protect public health, safety and welfare and the protection of the built environment. Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance3 PTMC Chapter 16.08 It is the purpose of this ordinance to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare, and to minimize public and private losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions designed: (1) to protect human life and health; (2) to minimize expenditure of public money and costly flood control projects; (3) To minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts associated with flooding and generally undertaken at the expense of the general public; (4) To minimize prolonged business interruptions; (5) To minimize damage to public facilities and utilities such as water and gas mains, electric, telephone and sewer lines, streets, and bridges located in areas of special flood hazard; (6) To help maintain a stable tax base by As needed to improve the PTMC or required by external agencies. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 427 September 2016 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE providing for the sound use and development of areas of special flood hazard so as to minimize future flood blight areas; (7) To ensure that potential buyers are notified that property is in an area of special flood hazard; and, (8) To ensure that those who occupy the areas of special flood hazard assume responsibility for their actions. International Building Code International Building Code - The purpose of this code is to provide minimum standards to safeguard life or limb, health, property and public welfare by regulating and controlling the design, construction, quality of materials, use and occupancy, location and maintenance of all buildings and structures within this jurisdiction. International Fire Code International Fire Code - this code prescribes regulations consistent with nationally recognized good practice for the safeguarding to a reasonable degree of life and property from the hazards of fire, explosion, and dangerous conditions arising from the storage, handling and use of hazardous materials and devices, and from conditions hazardous to life or property in the use or occupancy of buildings or premises and provisions to assist emergency response personnel. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Hazmit Plan) This Plan documents the County, City, and participating Special Districts strategic planning to reduce the effects of natural disasters in Jefferson County. This Hazmit Plan is unique in that: (1) It is an All-Hazard Plan that not only deals with natural disasters, but those man-made disasters that can significantly impact one or more of the participants of the Plan, e.g the presence here of the second largest Navy Munitions Depot on the west coast adds the risk of an Ordnance Mishap that other locales do not have. (2) In 2016, where appropriate, commentary on climate change having an effect on a type of natural disaster has been added. This was requested by FEMA, but is voluntary and consistent with the attitudes of local government officials. FEMA requires a major update every 5 years. The current Plan (2009) expired in June, 2015. The 2016 Update is underway. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 428 September 2016 LIST OF INFORMATION FOR HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN NO. REQUEST AVAILABLE YES/NO/? LOCATION OF INFORMATION MAINTAINED BY NOTES 1 Critical Areas Maps Yes PTG1S Tyler Johnson, Public Works See Coastal Zone Atlas for Jefferson County, Stormwater Management Plan 2 Parks Plan Map Yes Parks Dept. Engineering 3 Sewer Plan Map Yes Engineering Engineering 4 Storm Sewer Plan Map Yes Engineering Engineering 5 Street/Bridge Map Yes Engineering Engineering 5.1 Zoning Map Yes Planning/Bldg. Engineering 6 Critical Facilities Map Yes PTGIS Public Works 7 ISO Rating - Fire Yes Fire Department Fire Department 8 BCEG Rating - Building Yes Building Dept. Building Official 9 Repetitive Loss Properties And Address Yes Building Dept. Building Official 10 List of Recent Events Yes Building Dept. Building Dept. 11 Comprehensive Land Use Plan Yes Planning Dept. Planning 12 Comprehensive Storm Water Plan Yes Public Works Public Works Identifies drainage basins, general soil conditions, recommends drainage ordinances and drainage system development 13 Comp. Transportation Plan Yes Public Works 14 Comp Wastewater Plan Yes Public Works Public Works 15 Comp. Water System Plan Yes Public Works Public Works 16 Flood Hazard Reduction Plan Building Dept. Building Official 17 Disaster Preparedness Plan Yes Various Public Safety Public Works Under the purview of the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 429 September 2016 LIST OF INFORMATION FOR HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN (Cont.) 18 Parks and Recreation Comp. Plan Yes Parks Dept Planning 19 Capital Improvement Plan Yes Planning Planning 20 Building Code Yes Building Dept. Building Official International Building Code 21 Fire Code Yes Fire Dept. Fire Marshal International Fire Code 22 Surface Water Management Code Yes 23 Critical Areas Code Yes Planning Dept. Planning Dir. 24 Zoning Code Yes Planning Dept. Planning Dir. 25 Subdivision Code Yes Planning Dept. Engineering Dept. Planning Dir. City Engineer 26 Sewer Code Public Works Public Works 27 Traffic and Street Code Uniform Traffic code adopted by Reference 28 Total Acreage of city and UGA Yes Jefferson Co. Planning Jefferson Co. Planning 29 Zoning Acreage Breakdown Yes Jefferson Co. Planning Jefferson Co. Planning 30 Vacant land available for development Yes Jefferson Co. Planning Jefferson Co. Planning 31 20 year population forecast Yes Jefferson Co. Planning Jefferson Co. Planning 32 Water Shortage Response Plan Yes Public Works Public Works Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 430 September 2016 CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND PRIORITIZATION OF ACTION ITEMS The City of Port Townsend operates under the requirements of the Growth Management Act of the State of Washington. City government format is a Council - Manager form of government. City staff evaluates actions based on community needs as expressed in the growth management act and the various comprehensive plans adopted by council. Staff prepares recommendations for specific actions to the council for consideration. Council weighs the input from staff and citizens before making any decision. Before an action may proceed there must be a demonstrated need and funding must be secured. When funding is available and approval of council is given, the project is included in the annual budget. Need for an action to proceed may be determined in a variety of ways including but not limited to: action items identified in adopted plans, benefit cost analysis, necessary service, emergency, directive from state or federal agency, safety or other benefit to the community. For planning purposes projects are evaluated and included in the annual update of the 6-year capital facilities plan. Many projects in the capital facilities plan are dependent of outside funding. Possible sources of funding are the general fund, capital improvement funds, utility reserves, local improvement district, grant funding from a variety of sources including but not limited to private agencies, economic development organizations, state agencies, federal agencies and philanthropic sources. Other sources of funding may, from time to time, become available for specified actions that may or may not be included in the community planning process. Economic Analysis of Mitigation Projects The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s approaches to identify costs and benefits associated with natural hazard mitigation strategies or projects fall into two general categories: benefit/cost analysis (BCA) and cost-effectiveness analysis. Where appropriate, proposed activities will be evaluated using the BCA tools and Hazus modeling software, along with empirical data to assess whether or not the mitigation strategy is justified. Repetitive Loss Properties The City of Port Townsend has one repetitive loss property. It is a residence built within 100’ of the Puget Sound and the building is valued at $303,150 based on current assessments. Since there is only one repetitive loss property at risk, identifying its location more specifically would violate federal disclosure regulations. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 431 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Art Asset Schedule Loc # Description Address Value Dept. Year Built Added Modified 0 Bronze "Courting Guillemots" 431 Water St $20,000 5/14/2014 5/14/2014 0 Haller Fountain - Galatea statue, foundation, pumps Washington and Taylor Sts. $75,000 6/19/2009 6/19/2009 0 Salish Sea Circle 200 Battery Way $70,000 PW-Parks 8/8/2014 8/8/2014 2 "LEAFWING" JAQUA SCULPTURE LARRY SCOTT TRAIL $53,060 12/11/2006 3 WAVE GALLERY MADISON & WATER STREETS $265,302 12/11/2006 4 JAQUA SCULPTURE CITY HALL RAILING 250 Madison St $53,060 12/11/2006 18 "Chief Chetzemoka" BRONZE STATUE 1948 Blaine St $27,061 12/8/2005 12/8/2005 Grand Totals: $563,483 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 432 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Auto Asset Schedule Year Make Model VIN Rep Unit # Dept. Equipment Description Equipment Value Vehicle Value Total Value Date 2014 Ford Police EP 1FM5K8AR6EGA81110 YES 332-100-14 Police Data Terminal System, Upfit package $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 12/16/2013 2014 Ford Police EP 1FM5K8ARXEGA81109 YES 331/100/14 Police Data Terminal System, Upfit package $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 12/16/2013 2014 Ford Police EP 1FM5K8AR8EGA81108 YES 330/100/14 Police Data Terminal System, Upfit package $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 12/16/2013 2010 Ford Crown Victoria 2FABP7BVXAX130107 YES 314 POLICE Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $5,000 $28,338 $33,338 11/5/2014 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 433 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Auto Asset Schedule Year Make Model VIN Rep Unit # Dept. Equipment Description Equipment Value Vehicle Value Total Value Date 2010 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FABP7BV1AX130108 YES 300 PO Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $5,000 $28,338 $33,338 11/5/2014 2008 FORD EXPLORER 1FMEU73E98UA50115 YES 0 City Manager $0 $32,492 $32,492 1/2/2015 2008 FORD F250 SUPERCAB 4x4 1FTSX21508ED64024 YES 306 Parks Department $0 $33,266 $33,266 11/5/2014 2008 International Dump Truck 1HTWDAZR98J632669 YES 49/300/07 Street plow, tailgate sander $53,896 $76,199 $130,095 10/29/2014 2007 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W97X156475 YES 321 Police Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $6,793 $23,831 $30,624 11/5/2014 2007 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W07X156476 YES 318 Police Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $6,793 $23,831 $30,624 11/5/2014 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 434 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Auto Asset Schedule Year Make Model VIN Rep Unit # Dept. Equipment Description Equipment Value Vehicle Value Total Value Date 2007 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W27X156477 YES 319 POLICE Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $6,793 $23,831 $30,624 11/5/2014 2007 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W67X156479 YES 320 POLICE Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $6,793 $23,831 $30,624 11/5/2014 2007 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAFP71W27X156480 YES 328 Police Light bar, VHF, scramblers, computer, Coban $6,793 $23,831 $30,624 11/5/2014 2007 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP72W47X156478 YES 317 PO Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 11/5/2014 2004 CHEVROLET Silverado 35 1GBJK34U24E283950 YES 61 PW-Water $0 $48,000 $48,000 1/2/2015 2004 CHEVROLET SILVERADO FLATBED 1GBJC34U44E276575 YES 92 Street NONE LISTED $0 $48,000 $48,000 1/2/2015 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 435 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Auto Asset Schedule Year Make Model VIN Rep Unit # Dept. Equipment Description Equipment Value Vehicle Value Total Value Date 2004 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W84X150081 YES 315 PO Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 11/5/2014 2004 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71WX4X150082 YES 316 PO Light bar, VHF, scrambler, computer, Coban $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 11/5/2014 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 4D 2FAHP71W53X187497 YES 326 POLICE Light bar, VHF radio, scrambler, computer, Coban $20,000 $29,877 $49,877 11/5/2014 2003 FORD VICTORIA4D 2FAHP71W73X187498 YES 327 POLICE Light bar, VHS radio, scrambler, computer, Coban $3,500 $27,700 $31,200 11/5/2014 2002 ELGIN CROSSWIND SWEEPER SC8000 49HAADBV12DJ48427 YES 0 Waste Water Collection $0 $113,745 $113,745 10/29/2014 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 436 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Auto Asset Schedule Year Make Model VIN Rep Unit # Dept. Equipment Description Equipment Value Vehicle Value Total Value Date 2000 FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2FAFP71W6YX201857 YES 322 WWT NONE LISTED $0 $29,877 $29,877 1/2/2015 1998 CHEVROLET FLATBED 1 TON TRUCK 1GBJK34JXWF072241 YES 37 Water NONE LISTED $0 $48,000 $48,000 1/2/2015 1998 INTERNATIONAL 4900 SERIES 5/6 DUMP TRUCK IHTSDADR6XH636268 YES 46 Waste Water Collection RADIO, SNOWPLOW, SANDER, EMERGENCY LIGHT $14,000 $94,000 $108,000 10/29/2014 1998 INTERNATIONAL VACTOR 1HTGBADR1XH663616 YES 0 Waste Water Collection $0 $230,000 $230,000 10/29/2014 1994 CHEVROLET FLATBED 1 TON TRUCK 1GBJC34K2RE271493 YES 131 Parks NONE LISTED $0 $48,000 $48,000 1/2/2015 1994 INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK, 15 YD. 1HTSHAAR4RH5710903 YES 122 Biosolids NONE LISTED $0 $75,000 $75,000 10/29/2014 1991 GMC DUMP TRUCK 1GMD7H1J5MJ501531 YES 70 Water NONE LISTED $0 $75,000 $75,000 10/29/2014 1990 GMC DUMP TRUCK 5 YD. 1GDM7H1J5MJ501545 YES 40 Street NONE LISTED $0 $85,000 $85,000 10/29/2014 1985 GMC DUMP TRUCK 619617 YES 54 PWSM NONE LISTED $0 $75,000 $75,000 1984 FORD VACTOR A47276 YES 42 Waste Water Collection NONE LISTED $0 $125,000 $125,000 10/29/2014 Grand Totals: $255,361 $1,649,249 $1,904,610 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 437 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Building Asset Schedule Loc # Description Address Vacant Building Value Contents Value Total Value Dept. Sq.Ft. Year Built Date 0 Golf Course Maintenance Building 1948 Blaine St $150,000 $0 $150,000 Public Works Parks 2400 2009 9/21/2010 0 Irrigation System Civic District Water, Madison, Monroe Streets NO $30,000 $0 $30,000 50000 2011 12/11/2012 0 Mt. View - main building 1925 Blaine St $6,510,500 $133,000 $6,643,500 26042 1961 7/8/2010 0 Mt. View - Pool/Gym - Library/Cafeteria 1919 Blaine St NO $4,636,750 $80,500 $4,717,250 18547 1984 11/1/2013 0 Mt. View - portables one single, one double 1925 Blaine St $750,000 $4,000 $754,000 3000 1995 1/11/2010 1 SEWAGE LIFT STATION SEC MONROE ON WATER STREET $84,360 $585,830 $670,190 300 1967 2 SEWAGE LIFT STATION SEC GAINES ON WATER STREET $276,020 $828,060 $1,104,080 500 2002 3/11/2004 3 TREATMENT PLANT & MAIN CONTROL CENTER 5300 Kuhn St $9,000,000 $585,830 $9,585,830 5320 1993 9/15/2011 4 SEWAGE LIFT STATION SEC JEFFERSON ON SAN JUAN AVE $58,582 $58,582 $117,164 100 1971 6 Cotton Building & Public Restrooms 607 Water ST $2,000,000 $45,695 $2,045,695 2350 1896 9/15/2011 7 LIBRARY (Historic) 1232 Lawrence St $2,395,855 $644,413 $3,040,268 5882 1913 12/5/2005 9 WATERWORKS WAREHOUSE 1234 Garfield St $21,793 $0 $21,793 4108 1910 11 SHOPS 1818 Beach St $462,816 $105,449 $568,265 14772 1980 13 (COMPOST COVER) BUILDING 603 Landfill Rd $276,020 $0 $276,020 7728 1993 8/12/2004 14 (OFFICE) BUILDING 603 Landfill Rd $16,792 $5,858 $22,650 200 1993 15 (EQUIPMENT STORAGE) BUILDING 603 Landfill Rd $15,102 $292,914 $308,016 310 1993 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 438 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Building Asset Schedule Loc # Description Address Vacant Building Value Contents Value Total Value Dept. Sq.Ft. Year Built Date 19 OFFICE 5210 Kuhn St $109,845 $110,428 $220,273 1443 1901 21 CARETAKERS DWELLING CHETZEMOKA PARK $88,327 $53,060 $141,387 797 1930 8/12/2004 24 POPE MARINE PARK BLDG 100 Madison St $250,250 $0 $250,250 1925 1992 2/3/2011 26 SEWAGE LIFT STATION ISLAND VISTA BLVD $29,291 $35,149 $64,440 339 1985 27 SEWAGE LIFT STATION 31ST STREET $58,582 $35,149 $93,731 339 1996 28 GAEL STUART BUILDING 1610 Blaine St $0 $191,342 $191,342 1000 1951 3/10/2004 30 GIRL SCOUT HOUSE 848 Tyler St $187,466 $0 $187,466 1050 1940 31 HALLER FOUNTAIN TAYLOR & WASHINGTON $58,582 $0 $58,582 50 1993 33 SEWAGE LIFT STATION POINT HUDSON $29,291 $29,291 $58,582 64 1985 34 SEWAGE LIFT STATION HAMILTON HEIGHTS $58,582 $117,165 $175,747 96 1997 35 STORMWATER LIFT STATION KEARNEY STREET $0 $29,291 $29,291 200 1983 36 PINK HOUSE (Historic) 1256 Lawrence St $354,742 $128,406 $483,148 2070 1867 12/5/2005 37 SWIMMING POOL (LEASED) 1919 Blaine St $0 $58,582 $58,582 12000 1995 40 STANDPIPE RESERVOIR, 1 MILLION GALLON 2911 20th St $1,171,660 $2,343 $1,174,003 2000 1996 8/12/2004 41 RESERVOIR, 5 MILLION GALLON 2911 20th St $5,858,297 $11,716 $5,870,013 50000 1979 8/12/2004 42 CARETAKER'S HOUSE End of FS Rd 2600-010 - 2005 Big Quilcene River Rd $234,333 $11,716 $246,049 700 1927 43 CHLORINE STATION 530 Grouse Ln $29,291 $58,582 $87,873 100 1980 9/5/2008 44 SCREEN ROOM 530 Grouse Ln $117,165 $11,716 $128,881 800 1927 9/5/2008 45 SHOP 530 Grouse Ln $29,291 $11,716 $41,007 800 1927 12/5/2005 46 CARETAKER'S HOUSE 530 Grouse Ln $140,600 $11,716 $152,316 700 1927 12/5/2005 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 439 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Building Asset Schedule Loc # Description Address Vacant Building Value Contents Value Total Value Dept. Sq.Ft. Year Built Date 51 GOLF COURSE MAIN CLUBHOUSE 1948 Blaine St $468,663 $0 $468,663 4200 1990 52 GOLF COURSE--FOUR-CAR GARAGE 1948 Blaine St $46,866 $0 $46,866 1200 1990 53 PUMP STATION F and Chestnut $883,264 $0 $883,264 800 2004 3/11/2004 54 LITTLE QUILCENE DIVERSION Little Quilcene River $386,428 $0 $386,428 500 1994 3/15/2004 55 HYDROPNEUMATIC TANK Reed Street $44,163 $0 $44,163 200 2004 3/11/2004 56 BIG QUILCENE DIVERSION Big Quilcene River $552,040 $0 $552,040 1600 1929 3/15/2004 78 ANTENNA & ICE BRIDGE 701 Harrison St $54,121 $0 $54,121 100 2005 12/8/2005 80 BELL TOWER Tyler St $541,216 $0 $541,216 400 1851 12/8/2005 81 CHETZEMOKA GARAGE Jackson St $43,297 $0 $43,297 250 1930 12/8/2005 82 CHETZEMOKA GAZEBO Jackson St $54,121 $0 $54,121 400 1930 12/8/2005 83 CHETZEMOKA KITCHEN & SHELTER Jackson St $54,121 $0 $54,121 500 1930 12/8/2005 84 CHETZEMOKA PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT Jackson St $64,945 $0 $64,945 250 1930 12/8/2005 85 CHETZEMOKA RESTROOMS Jackson St $108,243 $0 $108,243 500 1930 12/8/2005 86 CITY HALL 540 WATER ST/250 MADISON ST $6,710,008 $1,515,442 $8,225,450 11795 2005 9/5/2008 87 GOLF COURSE GREENS 1948 Blaine St $270,608 $0 $270,608 100000 1930 12/8/2005 88 GOLF COURSE IRRIGATION SYSTEM 1948 Blaine St $703,581 $0 $703,581 100000 1938 12/8/2005 89 KAH TAI RESTROMMS (12th & Landes) 1235 Landes St $108,243 $0 $108,243 250 1985 12/8/2005 91 SKATEPARK Monroe & Jackson $487,095 $0 $487,095 25000 2005 12/8/2005 93 CHLORINE TRANSFER STATION 2002 20th St $212,242 $0 $212,242 500 1996 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 440 September 2016 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Building Asset Schedule Loc # Description Address Vacant Building Value Contents Value Total Value Dept. Sq.Ft. Year Built Date Grand Totals: $47,283,450 $5,792,941 $53,076,391 Port Townsend Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Inland Marine Asset Schedule Loc # Description Serial Number Value Dept. Year Built Added Modified 0 Kubota Tractor Loader Back Hoe 52044 $30,000 Parks 2010 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 0 Mobile Light Tower C06-10-01863 $22,733 Waste Water Collections 2007 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 0 Roto-Mix Mixer 11673 $84,783 Biosolids 2009 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 0 Tractor ACP277400 $50,147 2007 8/16/2007 8/16/2007 2 JOHN DEERE BACKHOE T0310DG808213/48PWW $68,979 Water 1995 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 3 JOHN DEERE GRADER J.D. 672B/27PWS $159,181 Stormwater 1989 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 4 CASE LOADER 621B, JEE0056336/151PWR $97,419 Biosolids 1998 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 6 JOHN DEERE LOADER 544G, DW544GB540215/99PWR $111,427 Biosolids 1993 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 7 JOHN DEERE LOADER DW544EB525714/20PWS $127,345 Waste Water Collections 1990 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 441 September 2016 9 ARIES Industry Sewer Camera/16' Pace trailer lic#38029D WT03101302 Camera & 40LFB12114P098446 trailer/99PWS $47,754 Waste Water Treatment 2003 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 11 JOHN DEERE 310SG Backhoe Loader T0310SG945443/34PWS $63,672 Biosolids 2005 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 13 INGERSOL RAND ROLLER C22761/47PWSM $76,407 Street 1997 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 14 PK-40H PATCHER 73PWSM $40,797 Street 2004 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 18 COMPOST SCREEN 128PWR $106,121 Biosolids 1994 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 21 John Deere Backhoe Loader 1T0410TKEDE239075 $129,470 Waste Water Collection 2013 10/29/2014 10/29/2014 Grand Totals: $1,216,235 Port Townsend Public Assets at Risk City of Port Townsend - 2016 Public Asset Schedule Totals Asset Type Asset Schedule Value Art $563,483 Auto $1,904,610 Building $53,076,391 Inland Marine $1,216,235 Grand Total: $56,760,719 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 442 September 2016 Critical Facility Categories Critical facilities are any facility or combination of facilities that if severely damaged or destroyed would cause significant risk to: Public Health and Safety, Economic vitality, or the environment. The facilities listed here are for both the city and the county. Emergency Service Centers (Fire, police, 911 PSAP) Six City/County Fire Districts JCFD1 - dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue JCFD2 - dba Quilcene Volunteer Fire Department JCFD3 - dba Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue JCFD4 - dba Brinnon Fire Department JCFD5 – dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department JCFD6 - Merged into JCFD1; no longer exists as a stand-alone department. JCFD7 - Clearwater Port Townsend Fire Department has been absorbed by Jefferson County Fire District 1, which is doing business as East Jefferson Fire & Rescue. JCFD8 – contracted to Clallam County Fire District 3 for service to Gardner area. Three Sheriff’s Office Facilities: Port Hadlock, Quilcene, Clearwater. One Police Department Headquarters Station: Port Townsend (Mountain View) Primary 911 PSAP - 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock Back-up 911 PSAP - 701 Harrison St, Port Townsend Emergency Operations Center Primary EOC - 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock Alternate EOC - 701 Harrison St, Port Townsend City Command Center - 701 Harrison St, Port Townsend Back-up City Command Center – Port Townsend Police Dept @ Mountain View Public Works Facility County Road Maintenance - Port Hadlock County Road Shops - Quilcene Shop; Brinnon Shop; Clearwater Shop. Hazardous Materials Facility - See SARA Title III List Hospital Jefferson General Hospital, 834 Sheridan, Port Townsend Nursing Home / Rehabilitation Center Life Care Center of Port Townsend, 751 Kearney St, Port Townsend Critical Community Employer Port Townsend Paper Company Naval Magazine Indian Island County Government (Courthouse) City Government (City Hall) Port of Port Townsend Library Jefferson County Library System Port Townsend Library Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 443 September 2016 School Chimacum School District Quilcene School District Brinnon School District Port Townsend School District Queets / Clearwater School District Quillayute Valley School District Transportation Facility Jefferson Transit Authority Washington Ferry System Key Transportation/Evacuation Routes Hood Canal Bridge (Highway 104 E) Discovery Bay (Highway 101 W) Duckabush River Bridge (Highway 101 S) Utilities Facilities Kearney St Substation (JPUD) Discovery Bay Substation (JPUD) City Water Distribution System (Lords Lake Dam Complex) City Wastewater Treatment Facility (China Lake) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 444 September 2016 Port Townsend Police Department Critical Facilities (Leased by City): 1. 1925 Blaine Street approximate value: $6,510,500 Equipment: Vehicle Equipment $412,670 $187,465 Contents Total: $133.000 $7,243,635 Value of Area Served: $1,340,801,391 Outline of Area Served: The Port Townsend Police Department serves the only incorporated city within Jefferson County, serving a permanent population of more than 9,485 residents in 5,300 housing units. The City of Port Townsend is 6.3 Sq. Mi. located on the most northern tip of East Jefferson County. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: The response area of the Port Townsend Police Department continues to grow at moderate levels with crime rates escalating. Serving an aging population base and a high tourist area the calls for service have increased dramatically and will continue to do so. Natural Hazard Event History NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Damage Earthquake 02/28/2001 Minor damage Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Damaging Winds 2. Winter Storms 3. Earthquake 4. Tsunami Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 445 September 2016 Existing Applicable Natural Hazard Mitigation Policies, Ordinances, and Codes 1. Not Applicable Existing Applicable Hazard Mitigation Associated Plans and/or Documents 1. See "Codes and Comprehensive Plans" for City of Port Townsend Existing Applicable Hazard Mitigation Associated Plans and/or Documents See "Codes and Comprehensive Plans" for City of Port Townsend Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Time Line LT-EQ-7* Move current police station, out of tsunami, flood, and liquefaction zone. Public Works City Budget Completed September 2009 OG-MH-3 Public Education through the Citizen's Academy Program PTPD& Sheriff Grant/City Budget Annual ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment, and OPSCAN program. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all Fire Districts including PTFD. DHS Grants Completed 2007 - 2009 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 446 September 2016 Port Townsend Library Property Profile: Critical Facilities: 1. Library (the Library is a community resource and a gathering/meeting place for the community) Estimated cost to build the Library: $ 7,000,000 in 2016 dollars. (Seismic Retrofit Completed – 2014) Estimated cost of contents: $700.000 ______________________________ Estimated cost of volumes: $1.500.000 _____________________________ NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Severe Local Storm Annually since 2007 Earthquake Periodic None since 1975 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating This property is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards ranked in order: 1. Severe Local Storm 2. Earthquakes 3. Volcanic Activity Existing Applicable Natural Hazard Mitigation Policies, Ordinances, and Codes 1. See City of Port Townsend “Codes and Comprehensive Plans” above. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Time Line LT-EQ-8* Seismic Reinforcement of Historic Carnegie Building City Manager; City Council PDM-2007 - $1,238 million award; 25% match from city and/or corporate donors. Start: 09/2009. Completed: 2012 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 447 September 2016 City of Port Townsend Water System Water District Profile The City of Port Townsend is supplied by a water system known as the Olympic Gravity Water Supply System that delivers the water required by Port Townsend and the Port Townsend Paper Company. The Paper Company paid for the construction of the system, and operates the system under an agreement with the City. The City owns the system and is responsible for paying the costs when it becomes necessary to replace the system. The system has a delivery capacity of 20 million gallons per day, most of which is used by the Paper Company. Due to both drought and economic conditions, the Port Townsend Paper Company has been working to reduce its demand on water resources and has cut its daily consumption to less than 10 million gallons. In the present agreement, the City is responsible for all capital improvements, unless a facility item is irreparably damaged due to an “Act of God”, such as earthquake, landslide, or flooding event. Under this circumstance, the City and Company share in the replacement of the structure. The system consists of two water surface diversion structures, Lords Lake, City Lake and 30 miles of pipeline. Replacement costs have been estimated at $54,000,000 for total replacement of the pipeline, $300,000 for the dam at the Big Quilcene River Diversion, and $500,000 for hydraulic structures and gates at the diversion dams. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating This Water District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake 2. Severe Storm 3. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source See City List Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 448 September 2016 Port Townsend Local Hazard Assessment (Maps) The following 10 maps are intended to portray the local hazard assessment for Port Townsend graphically. GIS databases are available to document the source data used to create them. These maps are for illustration only. The source maps are often poster size, and do not shrink to page size well without significant changes to text size and positioning. We just want to demonstrate that we know what our situation is and are working to improve it. 1. City of Port Townsend Street Map 2. City of Port Townsend Relief Map & Bathymetry 3. Environmentally Sensitive Areas 4. Sample FEMA Preliminary FIRMS (Draft February 2016) for Port Townsend 5. Critical Drainage Corridors & Frequently Flooded Areas 6. Seismic, Landslide, and Erosion Hazard Areas 7. Shoreline Modifications 8. Port Townsend Tsunami Evacuation Routes 9. Wildfire - Urban Interface Atlas Sample 10. Location of Critical Buildings Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 449 September 2016 1. City of Port Townsend Street Map Port Townsend GIS Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 450 September 2016 2. City of Port Townsend Relief & Bathymetry Map Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 451 September 2016 3. Environmentally Sensitive Areas Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 452 September 2016 4. FEMA – Sample Preliminary FIRMS for Port Townsend (02/2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 453 September 2016 Sample FEMA FIRM (Cont.) The maps are 24” x 36” and can be downloaded as a PDF at https://hazards.fema.gov/femaportal/prelimdownload/searchResult.action . Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 454 September 2016 Old FEMA FIRMs Can Still Be Obtained at: https://msc.fema.gov/portal/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 455 September 2016 5. Critical Drainage Corridors & Frequently Flooded Areas Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 456 September 2016 6. Seismic, Landslide and Erosion Hazard Areas Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 457 September 2016 7. Shoreline Modifications Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 458 September 2016 8. Tsunami Evacuation Routes – Port Townsend Port Townsend Inundation Zones and Evacuation Routes Source: Washington State DNR Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 459 September 2016 9. Wildfire - Urban Interface Atlas Sample Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 460 September 2016 10. Location of Critical Buildings Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 461 September 2016 City of Port Townsend - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description OG-MH-O Adopt and Participate in the Jefferson County - City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan as official plan. OG-MH-1 Identify and pursue funding opportunities to develop and implement city and county mitigation activities. OG-MH-2 Identify, improve, and sustain collaborative programs focusing on the real estate and insurance industries, public and private sector organizations, and individuals to avoid activity that increases risk to natural hazards. OG-MH-3 Educate the citizenry in the role of the 1st Responder through Citizen’s Police Academy. OG-MH-4 Train personnel on how to react in a natural disaster. ST-MH-1 Establish a formal role for the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Advisory Committee to develop a sustainable process for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating countywide mitigation activities. ST-MH-2* Complete Integrate goals and action items from the Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan into existing regulatory documents and programs where appropriate. Processes for updating the Comprehensive Plan, etc. now include policy dovetailing with the Hazard Mitigation Plan. ST-MH-3* Develop public and private partnerships to foster natural hazard mitigation program coordination in Jefferson County. (See Resilience Center concept below.) ST-MH-6 Develop inventories of at-risk buildings and infrastructure and prioritize mitigation projects. ST-MH-7* Evaluate and integrate citizen ideas into planning and implementation efforts. (Integrated into both City planning processes and Mitigation Plan update cycle.) ST-MH-8* Completed 2009 Improve interoperability through coordinated purchasing, grant seeking, development of procedures and use of communications equipment and OPSCAN 1st-Responder back bone. (Rev. 2009) LT-MH-1* Ongoing Strengthen emergency services preparedness and Long-Term response by linking emergency services with natural Multi-Hazard hazard mitigation programs, and enhancing public education on a regional scale. (This is being done with NPREP, neighborhood participation in the multi- agency Cascade Rising Exercise (CRX) and with coordination with other counties.) LT-MH-3 Use technical knowledge of natural ecosystems and events to link natural resource management and land use organizations to mitigation activities and technical assistance. ST-DR-1* Completed 2015 Coordinate drought policies with Port Townsend Paper. Most recent reiteration of the process occurred in 2015 as the result of Lords Lake reservoir dropping to 11 feet from its normal 70 feet. If the reservoir hits 3 feet, Port Townsend Paper will stop operations. LT-EQ-1 Identify funding sources for structural and nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 462 September 2016 City of Port Townsend - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description LT-EQ-2* Completed Seismically Retrofit Tunnel Lids throughout the Historic Downtown Business District. (High Priority - Underway starting in 2009.) (Rev. 2009) LT-EQ-3 Encourage seismic strength evaluations of critical facilities in the City to identify vulnerabilities for mitigation. LT-EQ-4 Encourage reduction of nonstructural and structural hazards in homes, schools, business, and government offices. LT-EQ-5* Completed Seismically retrofit Port Townsend Historical City Hall. (Completed - 2005) (Rev. 2009) LT-EQ-6* Completed 2006 Replace Port Townsend Fire Station with seismically sound station. (Completed - 2006) (Rev. 2009) LT-EQ-7* Completed 2009 Move Port Townsend Police Station outside of liquefaction zone. (Completed - 2009) (Rev. 2009) LT-EQ-8* Completed 2012 Seismically Reinforce Port Townsend Library (High Priority -Under way - 2009) (Rev. 2009) ST-FL-2* Completed 2012 Recommend revisions to standards required for development within the flood plain, where appropriate. (Shoreline Master Plan updated.) ST-FL-3 Develop better flood warning systems. LT-FL-2* Completed 2012 Encourage development of acquisition and management strategies to preserve open space for flood mitigation, fish habitat, and water quality in the floodplain. (Policy included in Shoreline Master Plan update in 2012.) ST-WS-1 Enhance strategies for debris management for severe winter storm events. ST-WS-2 Develop and implement programs to identify and remove hazard trees located in public right-of-way to reduce potential danger to lives, property, and public infrastructure during windstorms events. (Under way since 2007.) LT-WS-1 Develop and implement programs to coordinate maintenance and mitigation activities to reduce risk to public infrastructure from severe winter storms. LT-WS-2* Complete Increase public awareness of severe winter storm mitigation activities. Ongoing as needed through JPREP and NPREP. LT-WS-4 Support/encourage electrical utilities in mitigation activities to reduce power outages from storms. LT-TS-1* Completed 2009 Move PT Police Station outside of inundation zone. (Completed Sept 2009.) (Rev. 2009) ST-WF-1* N/A Enhance Emergency Services to increase efficiency of wildfire response and recovery activities. (Responsibility of JCFD1; not Port Townsend.) ST-WF-2 Educate district personnel on federal cost-share and grant programs, Fire Protection agreements, etc. so that full array of assistance to local agencies is understood. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 463 September 2016 City of Port Townsend - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description ST-WF-3 Create wildfire hazard atlas for City of Port Townsend. LT-WF-1 Encourage development and dissemination of maps relating to the fire hazard to help educate and assist builders and homeowners in being engaged in wildfire mitigation activities, and to help guide emergency services during response. LT-WF-3 Increase communication, coordination, and collaboration between wildland/urban interface property owners, local and county planners, and fire prevention crews and officials to address risks, existing mitigation measures, and federal assistance. Completed 2009 Consolidate PTFD and District 6 to make more effective use of apparatus and personnel on wildfires. (Completed PTFD and JCFD6 have been annexed by JCFD1 dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue.) Completed 2006 Develop a “battalion” strategy to more effectively coordinate rural districts on wildfires. (Completed - 2006.) (Rev. 2009) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 464 September 2016 NEW MITIGATION ACTIVITY: PORT TOWNSEND RESILIENCY CENTER ACTIVITY ID: LT-MH-7 Since 2003, when Port Townsend replaced its fire station with one that was designed to whether earthquakes better, the City has systematically been hardening and seismically retrofitting critical public infrastructure to improve the survivability of the public within those or using those structures. This includes building the fire station, seismically retrofitting two city halls, the historic Carnegie library, the police station, downtown tunnel lids, and the water distribution facility that is a critical node in the City’s water system. While commendable, it has become clear that after a four to 5-minute magnitude 9+ earthquake, such as can happen at any time now if the Cascadia Subduction Zone ruptures along the Washington coast, Port Townsend and Jefferson County will become a refugee zone for months. It is easy to see that highways and bridges will be compromised, the power grid can cease to function for months, and public and private infrastructure will be devastated. Just-in- time supply lines will be destroyed and the entire Olympic Peninsula could be thrown back to the equivalent of having to survive in the late 1800’s. Depending on where such an event occurred, the kind of help promised in exercises may not be available to send. Mitigating the effects of such a disaster goes beyond improving infrastructure per se. Survival is not just making it through the 5-minutes of terror in a major earthquake, it is making it through the 5-months following when mere survival is job number one for everyone. The Plan Goals include implementing activities that assist in protecting lives by making … property more resistant to losses form natural hazards, and providing citizens from all areas of Jefferson County with the information and tools they need to help them…in the hours and days immediately following an emergency or disaster event. There are also Plan Goals that encourage the development of public – private partnerships to implement local and regional mitigation activities. In the spirit of the above goals, the City of Port Townsend, the Port Townsend School District, the Jefferson County Public Hospital District No.2 (Jefferson HealthCare) and the YMCA have assembled a partnership that are willing to contribute assets to create a Port Townsend Resiliency Center to assist the community with pre and post long term recovery. This concept takes the proposed YMCA facility to be built on School District property and re-scopes the design to “Essential Facility” code and prioritizes the design to meet “key” activities for the partnership to promote resiliency through Wellness, Access, Education, Engagement and Self Sufficiency. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 465 May 2017 Unincorporated Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 466 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 467 May 2017 Unincorporated Jefferson County Jurisdiction-Specific Vulnerability Assessment As part of the vulnerability assessment process, Jefferson County government started an inventory of all critical facilities and is considering these critical facilities in our planning and mitigation strategy development process. Basic information on these facilities is available from public sources, and therefore, it is included in this report. Sensitive information about critical facilities has not been published. The information contained in this document presents the results of this effort to identify the specific natural hazards threatening Jefferson County, to characterize die vulnerability of Jefferson County regarding these hazards, and to identify current as well as proposed mitigation strategies, projects and/or programs to address those vulnerabilities. The analyses conducted by the County staff were based on the best currently available information and data regarding the characteristics of the neighborhoods identified, the natural hazards that threaten the people, property, and environment of these neighborhoods as well as the impacts these neighborhoods have suffered in past disasters. This information includes, when available, United States Census data, local tax records, local and national geographic information system data, Flood Insurance Rate Maps, hazard specific analyses, and other environmental and demographic facts. However, very often authoritative or current information simply was not available for the planning effort. In these cases, the experience, knowledge and judgment of local officials representing Jefferson County, the judgment of knowledgeable officials and simplified analyses is considered acceptable at this stage to allow the participating organizations to complete the tasks needed to develop this multi-jurisdictional natural hazards mitigation plan. As the planning continues in future years, or at the time when a proposed mitigation initiative is intended to be funded and/or implemented, the participating organizations/jurisdictions recognize that additional information and analyses may be required. Jefferson County is committed to the implementation of the mitigation related projects/programs described in this section of the plan when and if resources become available. County government is also committed to continuing the mitigation planning process that has resulted in the development of this document, and to the ongoing cooperation with other agencies, organizations, and jurisdictions to make the County more resistant to the damages and hardships that could otherwise be the result of future natural disasters. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 468 May 2017 Jefferson County Overview: Contact (360) 385-8100 County Courthouse 1820 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Population of Jurisdiction1 30,880 (2015 Census Estimate) 21,500 (Unincorporated) Principle Economic Base: Government, Pulp and Paper; Marine Trades / Boatbuilding; Wood Products/Logging; Diversified Manufacturing; Tourism; and Health Care Current Hazard Mitigation Codes/Plans/Ordinances: • Comprehensive Plan under the Growth Management Act • Adopted Unified Development Code (January 2001) • Adopted Fire Code • Adopted Building Code (2003 International Code) • Local Water Quality Plan • County Code • Flood Damage Prevention Ordinances • Participation in NFIP Program NFIP Participation 1,2,3 Date Joined NFIP: 06/14/1974 CID: 530069 Last Community Assistance Visit2: 08/16/2005 Nbr of NFIP policies in the Jurisdiction: 162 (06/2016) Floodplain Ordinance: Chap 15.15 Jefferson County Code Total Number of Paid Claims: 43 $ Amount of Paid Claims: $546,202 Total Number of Repetitive Claim Properties: 1 Value of Repetitive Claim Properties: $70,695 (2016) 1 Policy Information by State, NFIP BureauNet, June 30, 2016. Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://bsa.nfipstat.fema.gov/reports/1011.htm#WAT 2 Claim Information by State, NFIP, June 30, 2016. Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://bsa.nfipstat.fema.gov/reports/1040.htm#WAT 3 WYO and Direct Data by Community with County and State, June 30, 2016, Accessed September 2016. Available at: http://bsa.nfipstat.fema.gov/reports/w2rhudrp.htm Jefferson County is a participant in good standing in the NFIP program. NFIP participation has been institutionalized as part of the county’s risk management efforts, thus assuring that NFIP requirements are routinely reviewed and that changes to local ordinances, the Shoreline Master Plan, etc. are made consistent with those requirements. Since the county’s Comprehensive Use Plan, its Shoreline Master Plan, and others have specific review and update cycles, NFIP-related changes normally occur during a planned review and update unless specific circumstances such as an externally mandated implementation date dictates otherwise. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 469 May 2017 Jefferson County attempted to become a participant in the Community Rating System (CRS) in 2008, but the effort fell short due to the loss of key personnel working on the project. In 2009 and 2010, the Jefferson County Department of Community Development (DCD) was reduced by 50% due to the loss of revenue from construction permits. This resulted in the effort to become a CRS participant being pushed back in priority as the remaining staff focused primarily on revenue generating activities and external mandates. The county is still operating with reduced staffing in DCD. Planning Methodologies To make jurisdiction-wide analysis of the population at risk for each hazard type feasible and practical for mitigation planning purposes, a simplified approach has been used. The estimate of the population at risk for specific hazards is accomplished in the following manner: The population in a specific neighborhood is estimated by local planners, based on readily available data or their best judgment in the absence of suitable data. The population could be residents, workers, visitors, institutionalized individuals, mixed population types, etc., depending on the characteristics of the neighborhood. The percentage of the area of the specific neighborhood threatened by the identified hazard is then estimated by local planners, again based on readily available data or their best judgment. The percent of the neighborhood at risk is then used as a multiplier to determine the estimated number of people at risk from that hazard. The methodology is simplistic but conservative, in that it assumes occupied structures are uniformly distributed throughout the neighborhood in relation to the area of risk, that the population is present in the neighborhood on a 24 hour, 7-day basis, and that all individuals are equally vulnerable to the impacts of the hazard event. The derived estimates for the number of people at risk may therefore be higher than actually is the case, but the estimates are considered satisfactory to support the local mitigation planning process. To make jurisdiction-wide analysis of the dollar value of properties at risk for each hazard type feasible and practical for mitigation planning purposes, a simplified approach has been used. The estimate of the dollar value of properties at risk for specific hazards is accomplished in the following manner: The number of structures in a specific neighborhood and the average dollar value for those structures is estimated by local planners, based on readily available data or their best judgment in the absence of suitable data. The percentage of the specific neighborhood threatened by the identified hazard is then estimated by local planners, again based on readily available data or their best judgment. The percent of the neighborhood at risk is then used as a multiplier to determine the estimated number of structures at risk from that hazard. This number is then multiplied by the estimated average cost of the structures to derive an estimated total value of the property at risk of damage in that neighborhood from the identified hazard. The methodology is simplistic but conservative, in that it assumes structures are uniformly distributed throughout the neighborhood in relation to the area of risk; that the hazard threatens the entire value of each structure; and that structures are equally vulnerable to the impacts of the hazard. The derived estimates for the dollar value of property at risk may therefore be higher than would actually be the case, but the estimates are considered satisfactory to support the local mitigation planning process. To make analysis of the dollar value of critical assets for each hazard type, insurance records were obtained for all public buildings. Tax roles were used for the valuation of districts and of specific buildings or locations, as appropriate. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 470 May 2017 DAMAGE & DISASTER EVENTS - JEFFERSON COUNTY3 The section following this one shows the Federal Disaster Declarations for Washington State for the last 53 years. However, every year since 2009, the County incurred significant damage from events that were not necessarily federally declared disasters. Most of the recovery funds came through a combination of county funds, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), and the County Road Administration Board (CRAB). Table 1 shows the disaster expenditures on county roads for each year from 2010 thru 2015: Table 1. Disaster Expenditures on County Roads 2010 - 2015 Year Expenditure 2010 $861,731 2011 $1,180,090 2012 $597,005 2013 $699,108 2014 $601,585 2015 $503,981 Table 2 illustrates some of the damage repairs that FEMA participated in funding: Table 2 – Selected Significant Jefferson County Road Damage Event Year Amount Characterization 2009 $23,000 FEMA participated in repair of Rainforest Road 2009 $60,000 FEMA participated in snow storm event. 08/2015 $80,000 FEMA participated in windstorm event. 2008 - 2015 $1,000,000 Project to relocate the Dowans Creek road. 2008 event that to time to acquire permits and rights of way. Seeking Funding in 2016 to Assist Recovery from November and December 2015 storm events. 2015 $300,00 Oil City Road; M.P. 8.8-8.9; Flood Damage 2015 $85,000 Oil City Road; M.P. 7.8; Landslide 2015 $200,000 Emergency Measures for Undie Road; M.P. 1.1-1.2; Landslide 2015 $1,000,000 Undie Road Relocation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 471 May 2017 DISASTER EVENTS - JEFFERSON COUNTY4 The following table shows the Federal Disaster Declarations for Washington State for the last 53 years. Declarations that directly affected Jefferson County are highlighted in RED, while declarations that affected adjacent counties are highlighted in BLUE. Jefferson County is impacted by disasters in neighboring counties in two ways: 1. It has mutual aid agreements with adjacent counties, so wildfires, windstorms, and landslides, for example, can and do result in Jefferson County resources being expended; and 2. Since Jefferson County is on a peninsula, strategically occurring disasters in neighboring counties can disrupt deliveries of food and fuel to Jefferson County just when it is needed most. An earthquake or storm that takes out the Hood Canal Bridge, for example, will cause major economic damage to Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 472 May 2017 Federal Disaster Declarations Washington State 1956-2016 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 4253 2/2/2016 Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skamania, and Wahkiakum counties Severe Winter Storm, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, Mudslides, and a Tornado $19,258,007 $77,852.15 Major Disaster Declaration 4249 1/15/2016 Chelan, Clallam, Garfield, Island, Jefferson, Kittitas, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Pend Oreille, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Wahkiakum, and Whitman counties Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides $21,743,433.00 $1,209,209.13 Major Disaster Declaration 4243 10/20/2015 Chelan, Ferry, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Whatcom and Yakima; as well as the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Wildfires and Mudslides $41,736,858 $4,809,743.86 Major Disaster Declaration 4242 10/15/2015 Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Snohomish and Whatcom counties Severe Windstorm $12,021,594 $1,222,139.66 Major Disaster Declaration 5113 9/14/2015 Klickitat County Horsethief Butte Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5109 8/24/2015 Skagit and Whatcom counties Goodell Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5108 8/21/2015 Ferry and Stevens County Renner Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 473 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 3372 8/21/2015 Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Klickitat, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Skamania, Spokane, Stevens, and Yakima and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation, the Kalispel Tribe of Indians, the Spokane Tribe of Indians, and the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation Wildfires NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Emergency Declaration 5106 8/19/2015 Okanogan County Twisp River Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5104 8/15/2015 Okanogan County Okanogan County Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5103 8/15/2015 Stevens County Stevens County Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5101 8/15/2015 Ferry County Stickpin Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5100 8/14/2015 Ferry County, Colville Reservation Chelan Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5098 8/14/2015 Okanogan County Nine Mile Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5094 8/5/2015 N/A Highway 8 Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5090 7/21/2015 Walla Walla County Blue Creek Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5087 6/29/2015 Chelan County Sleepy Hollow Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 474 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 4188 8/11/2014 Kittitas County, Okanogan County and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Wildfires $34,978,421 $23,679,025.91 Major Disaster Declaration 5072 8/6/2014 N/A Hansel Fire NO PDA AVAIL $11,319.08 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5071 8/3/2014 N/A Snag Canyon Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 3371 7/23/2014 State of Washington Wildfires NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Emergency Declaration 5064 7/19/2014 N/A Saddle Mountain Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5063 7/19/2014 N/A Watermelon Hill Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5062 7/17/2014 N/A Carlton Complex Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5061 7/17/2014 N/A Chiwaukum Fire NO PDA AVAIL $47,278.34 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5059 7/10/2014 N/A Mills Canyon Fire NO PDA AVAIL $88,250.84 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5058 7/10/2014 N/A Lake Spokane Fire NO PDA AVAIL $272,586.98 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 4168 4/2/2014 Snohomish County, including the lands associated with the Sauk-Suiattle, Stillaguamish, and Tulalip Tribes Flooding and Mudslides $53,235,000 $27,351,662.07 Major Disaster Declaration 3370 3/24/2014 State of Washington Flooding and Mudslides NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Emergency Declaration 5048 8/21/2013 N/A Eagle Fire NO PDA AVAIL $2,273,317.23 Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 475 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 5042 8/10/2013 N/A Mile Post 10 Fire NO PDA AVAIL $908,893.49 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5038 7/30/2013 N/A Colockum Tarps Fire NO PDA AVAIL $6,824,731.93 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 4083 9/25/2012 Ferry and Okanogan counties and the Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation Severe Storm, Straight-line Winds, and Flooding NO PDA AVAIL $2,860,240.58 Major Disaster Declaration 5020 9/20/2012 Kittitas and Chelan counties Table Mountain Fire NO PDA AVAIL $3,030,510.33 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5018 9/13/2012 Chelan County Peavine Fire NO PDA AVAIL $285,252.85 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5017 9/12/2012 Chelan County Poison Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Yet Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5015 9/10/2012 Chelan County Byrd Canyon Fire NO PDA AVAIL $219,570.61 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5012 9/9/2012 Chelan County, Douglas and Grant counties 1st Canyon Fire NO PDA AVAIL $528,668.37 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5013 9/9/2012 Chelan County Barker Canyon Fire NO PDA AVAIL $775,643.48 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5011 9/6/2012 N/A Highway 141 Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $1,803,712.29 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 5005 8/14/2012 N/A Taylor Bridge Fire NO PDA AVAIL $6,669,639.04 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 4056 3/5/2012 Clallam, Grays Harbor, King, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Skamania, Snohomish, Thurston, and Wahkiakum Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides $32,345,445 $29,701,941.59 Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 476 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 2966 9/8/2011 N/A Monastery Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $1,392,551.94 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1963 3/25/2011 King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Skagit, Skamania, and Wahkiakum. Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides $8,697,563 $3,480,030.93 Major Disaster Declaration 2854 8/27/2010 N/A Slide Creek Fire NO PDA AVAIL $579,945.39 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2848 7/19/2010 Yakima County Cowiche Mills Fire NO PDA AVAIL $675,577.69 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2827 8/22/2009 N/A Dry Creek Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $225,175.41 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2826 8/22/2009 N/A Oden Road Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,781,984.76 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2823 7/29/2009 Chelan County Union Valley Fire NO PDA AVAIL $640,027.58 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1825 3/2/2009 Clallam, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, and Whatcom counties Severe Winter Storm and Record and Near Record Snow $28,544,162 $26,272,104.00 Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 477 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 1817 1/30/2009 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Columbia, Cowlitz, Franklin, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Whitman, and Yakima counties. Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, Mudslides, and Flooding No P.A. Cost Estimate in the PDA $51,030,994.18 Major Disaster Declaration 2783 7/11/2008 Spokane County Spokane Valley Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,816,465.98 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2784 7/11/2008 N/A Badger Mountain Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $2,020,851.57 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1734 12/8/2007 Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston and Wahkiakum Counties. Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides No P.A. Cost Estimate in the PDA $60,627,680.14 Major Disaster Declaration 2731 9/21/2007 Skamania County Broughton Fire NO PDA AVAIL $390,948.83 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2714 7/16/2007 N/A Tunk Grade Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,115,187.66 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2711 7/8/2007 State of Washington Easy Street Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,104,733.00 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1682 2/14/2007 All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, and Mudslides NO PDA AVAIL $30,374,675.17 Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 478 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 1671 12/12/2006 All counties in the State of Washington are eligible to apply for assistance under the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides NO PDA AVAIL $31,624,961.74 Major Disaster Declaration 2674 9/11/2006 N/A Flick Creek Fire NO PDA AVAIL $80,510.28 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2668 8/22/2006 N/A Columbia Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $6,979,271.97 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2663 8/8/2006 N/A Valley Mill Fire NO PDA AVAIL $619,658.59 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1641 5/17/2006 Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap. Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Snohomish, and Wahkiakum Counties Severe Storms, Flooding, Tidal Surge, Landslides, and Mudslides NO PDA AVAIL $6,585,337.32 Major Disaster Declaration 3227 9/7/2005 All 39 counties of Washington are included in the designation. Hurricane Katrina Evacuation NO PDA AVAIL $1,730,746.78 Emergency Declaration 2575 8/7/2005 Garfield and Columbia Counties School Fire NO PDA AVAIL $3,986,571.64 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2572 8/1/2005 Chelan County Dirty Face Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,061,643.32 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2546 8/12/2004 Washington State Mud Lake Fire NO PDA AVAIL $892,685.29 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2543 8/11/2004 Washington State Fischer Fire NO PDA AVAIL $3,033,966.29 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2538 7/30/2004 Washington State Elk Heights Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,051,894.17 Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 479 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 2537 7/30/2004 Washington State Deep Harbor Fire NO PDA AVAIL $47,179.51 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2527 7/6/2004 Washington State Beebe Fire NO PDA AVAIL $721,938.56 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1499 11/7/2003 Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap. Mason, Pacific, Pend Oreille, San Juan, Snohomish, and Wahkiakum Counties Severe Storms and Flooding NO PDA AVAIL $9,125,551.24 Major Disaster Declaration 2498 9/6/2003 Washington State Needle Fire NO PDA AVAIL $458,796.73 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2481 7/16/2003 Washington State Okanogan City Fire NO PDA AVAIL $71,060.87 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2477 7/12/2003 Washington State Middle Fork Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,456,420.31 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2451 7/25/2002 Washington State Pickens Fire NO PDA AVAIL $449,514.35 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2449 7/20/2002 Washington State Deer Point Fire NO PDA AVAIL $2,573,214.31 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2378 8/17/2001 Washington State Mt. Leona FireComplex NO PDA AVAIL $1,641,186.86 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2379 8/17/2001 Washington State Rex Creek Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $1,008,947.13 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2377 8/16/2001 Washington State Spruce Dome Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $2,761,493.04 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2376 8/16/2001 Washington State Tonasket Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $536,017.54 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2372 8/14/2001 Washington State Virginia Lakes Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $1,707,296.80 Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 480 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 2374 8/14/2001 Washington State Icicle Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $1,186,851.58 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2373 8/14/2001 Washington State Brewster Fire Complex NO PDA AVAIL $2,722,101.81 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2368 7/28/2001 Washington State Union Valley Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,121,445.74 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1361 3/1/2001 Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Douglas, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Yakima Nisqually Earthquake NO PDA AVAIL $66,734,226.22 Major Disaster Declaration 2323 8/25/2000 Washington State Mule Dry Fire NO PDA AVAIL $925,982.68 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2313 7/22/2000 Okanogan County Rocky Hull Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,829,514.81 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2311 2/29/2000 Benton County (Hanford Area) Two Fork Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1255 10/16/1998 Cowlitz County (Kelso) Landslide In The City Of Kelso NO PDA AVAIL $6,183,513.64 Major Disaster Declaration 1252 10/5/1998 Ferry and Stevens Counties Flooding NO PDA AVAIL $2,022,392.91 Major Disaster Declaration 2248 9/25/1998 Columbia County Columbia County - Toncannen Fire NO PDA AVAIL $18,718.34 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2237 9/3/1998 Cowlitz County Cowlitz County - Ballpark Fire NO PDA AVAIL $230,928.14 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2225 7/28/1998 Klickitat County Cleveland County Fire NO PDA AVAIL $1,184,534.16 Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 481 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 2194 8/27/1997 Department of Natural Resources Olympia Command Fire NO PDA AVAIL $134,398.60 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2193 8/14/1997 Department of Natural Resources Tum-Tum Fire NO PDA AVAIL $537,898.90 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2192 7/21/1997 Department of Natural Resources Benton City Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 1182 7/21/1997 Pend Oreille Snowmelt/Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 1172 4/2/1997 Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lincoln, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Pend Oreille, Stevens Severe Storms/Flooding/Landslides/Mudslides NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 1159 1/17/1997 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Douglas, Ferry, Franklin, Garfield, Grant, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Mason, Okanogan, Pacific, Pend Oreille, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Stevens, Thurston, Walla Walla, Whatcom, Yakima Severe Winter Storms/Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 1152 1/7/1997 Klickitat, Pend Oreille and Spokane Ice and Snow Storms NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2186 8/11/1996 Department of Natural Resources, Military Department Bowie Road Fire NO PDA AVAIL $272,044.68 Fire Management Assistance Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 482 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 1100 2/9/1996 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Lincoln, Pierce, Skagit, Skamania, Snohomish, Spokane, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima, and Yakima Indian Reservation Severe Storms/Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 1079 1/3/1996 Chelan, Clallam, Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom, Yakima Storms/High Winds/Floods NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 1037 8/2/1994 Department of Natural Resources, Military Department El Nino Effects (The Salmon Industry) NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2105 7/29/1994 N/A White Salmon Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2104 7/28/1994 Department of Natural Resources, Military Department Hatchery Creek/Round Mountain Fire NO PDA AVAIL $12,218,145.60 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2103 7/26/1994 Department of Natural Resources, Military Department Tyee Wildfire NO PDA AVAIL $17,711,728.14 Fire Management Assistance Declaration 2101 7/11/1994 N/A Riverside Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 981 3/4/1993 King, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum Severe Storm, High Winds NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 483 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 2085 8/6/1992 Department of Natural Resources Skookum Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 922 11/13/1991 Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Whitman, Department of Natural Resources Fires NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2079 10/18/1991 N/A Eastern Washington Fires NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 896 3/8/1991 Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Lewis, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom High Tides, Severe Storm NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 883 11/26/1990 Chelan, Clallam, Grays, Harbor, Island, Jefferson, King, Kitsap, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom, Yakima Flooding, Severe Storm NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 852 1/18/1990 Benton, Grays Harbor, King, Lewis, Pierce, Thurston, Wahkiakum Flooding, Severe Storm NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 822 4/14/1989 Douglas, Okanogan, Stevens, Whitman Heavy Rains, Flooding, Mudslides NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2070 9/6/1988 Department of Natural Resources Dinkleman Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 784 12/15/1986 Cowlitz, King, Lewis, Pacific, Snohomish, Wahkiakum SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 769 7/26/1986 Spokane SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 762 3/19/1986 Cowlitz Heavy Rains, Flooding, Landslides NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 484 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 757 2/15/1986 Clallam, Jefferson, King SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2058 8/30/1985 Department of Natural Resources Tonasket/Baker Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 676 1/27/1983 Whatcom SEVERE STORMS, HIGH TIDES, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 3086 8/19/1982 Skamania, Cowlitz, US Army Corps of Engineers, National Weather Service, US Geological Survey Threat of Flooding at Spirit Lake NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Emergency Declaration 623 5/21/1980 All 39 counties VOLCANIC ERUPTION, MT. ST. HELENS NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 612 12/31/1979 Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, King, Mason, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom STORMS, HIGH TIDES, MUDSLIDES, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2033 7/23/1979 Department of Natural Resources Salmon Creek Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 3070 3/12/1979 Town of Mesa, Franklin County Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Emergency Declaration 545 12/10/1977 Benton, Clark, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whitman, Yakima SEVERE STORMS,MUDSLIDES, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 3037 3/31/1977 Adams, Asotin, Benton, Chelan, Columbia, Douglas, Ferry, Franklin, Garfield, Grant, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima Drought NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Emergency Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 485 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 492 12/13/1975 Benton, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Lewis, Mason, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Whatcom, Yakima SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 414 1/25/1974 Asotin, Benton, Columbia, Ferry, Kitsap, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pend Oreille, Stevens, Thurston, Whitman, Yakima SEVERE STORMS, SNOWMELT, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 334 6/10/1972 Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 328 3/24/1972 King, Pierce, Thurston Heavy Rains, Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 322 2/1/1972 Asotin, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Pacific, Skamania, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whitman SEVERE STORMS, FLOODING NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 300 2/9/1971 Columbia, Garfield, Grays Harbor, Lewis, Skagit, Whatcom, Yakima Heavy Rains, Melting Snow, Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 2002 7/18/1970 Department of Natural Resources Grassland & Forest Fire NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Fire Management Assistance Declaration 196 5/11/1965 King, Kitsap, Mason, Pierce, Snohomish, Thurston Earthquake NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 185 12/29/1964 Asotin, Benton, Clark, Columbia, Cowlitz, Garfield, Grays Harbor, King, Kittitas, Klickitat, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skamania, Snohomish, Wahkiakum, Walla Walla, Whitman, Yakima Heavy Rains & Flooding NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 146 3/2/1963 Columbia, Garfield, Grant, Whitman, City of Spokane FLOODS NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 486 May 2017 Number Date Counties Incident Description Total Event P.A. Cost Estimate Public Assistance Awarded Declaration Type 137 10/20/1962 Clark, Cowlitz, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish, Thurston, Wahkiakum, Whatcom SEVERE STORMS NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 70 3/6/1957 Douglas, Grant, Lincoln FLOODS NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration 50 2/25/1956 Adams, Benton, Franklin FLOOD NO PDA AVAIL Not Available Major Disaster Declaration Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 487 May 2017 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE Comprehensive Land Use Plan3 Reduce county exposure to flooding and landslides, and to minimize reliance on federal and state programs for disaster mitigation, protect public and private property, save lives, and use community resources wisely. (a) Integrate regulatory standards such as buffers and setbacks with hazard avoidances measures. (b) Coordinate hazard vulnerability assessments with programs for purchase or preservation of open space. (c) Update hazard mitigation and disaster plans every three years. (d) Coordinate related activities of city departments with the City, State, and Federal agencies. a. Mapping designations - Continue to revise and compile mapping of vulnerable areas by using City, County, State, and Federal databases... Development Regulations - Revise the Zoning, Subdivision, Critical Areas Ordinances and the regulations portion of the Shoreline Master Program to incorporate hazard avoidance provisions and assure consistency of definitions and mapping. Goals: ENG 9.0 Ensure that landslide and erosion hazard areas are appropriately designated and that measures to protect public health and safety are implemented for hazardous areas. ENG 10.0 Minimize seismic risk to life and property on new and existing structures. ENG 11.0 Protect flood hazard areas from development and uses that compromise the flow, storage and buffering of flood waters, normal channel functions, and fish and wildlife habitat and to minimize flood and river process risk to life and property. ENG 13.0 Protect aquifer recharge areas from depletion of aquifer quantity or degradation of aquifer quality. ENG 14.0 Protect and enhance wetlands in all their functions. Annual - Major Review under way. Due June 2018. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 488 May 2017 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE Title 18 UNIFIED DEVELOPMENT CODE1 (2) Purpose. The general purposes of this Unified Development Code are: (a) To encourage land use decision-making in accordance with the public interest, protection of private property rights and the public good, and applicable laws of the state of Washington; (b) To protect the general public health, safety, and welfare and encourage orderly economic development; (c) To implement the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan goals and policies through land use and other regulations; (d) To provide for the economic, social, and aesthetic advantages of orderly development through harmonious groupings of compatible and complementary land uses and the application of appropriate development standards; (e) To provide for adequate public facilities and services in conjunction with development; and (f) To promote general public safety by regulating development of lands containing physical hazards and to minimize the adverse environmental impacts of development. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 489 May 2017 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE JCC 18.22 CRITICAL AREAS2 18.22.010 Purpose – Generally. The purpose of the Jefferson County critical areas ordinance is to comply with state law and to describe authorized methods and procedures established to ensure the functions and values of critical areas are not degraded when allowing approved uses and development activities in the county. This regulation offers landowners a choice of two methods for ensuring the functions and values of critical areas are not degraded: (1) For any critical area, landowners may use a prescriptive method, as described herein; or (2) For fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas (FWHCA) and wetlands, landowners may choose an adaptive method by providing a site-specific stewardship plan (see Article IX, JCC 18.22.460). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 490 May 2017 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE JCC 18.25 SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM In order to protect the public interest in the preservation and reasonable use of the shorelines of the state, the Shoreline Management Act establishes a planning program coordinated between the state and local jurisdictions to address the types and effects of development occurring along the state's shorelines. By law, the City is responsible for the following: A. Development of an inventory of the natural characteristics and land use patterns along “shorelines of the state” within the City’s territorial limits. B. Preparation of a "Shoreline Master Program" to determine the future of the shorelines. This future is defined through the goals developed for the following land and water use elements: economic development, public access, circulation, recreation, shoreline use, conservation, historical/cultural protection, and floodplain management. Policy 6.3.1 Protect the environment through implementation of this Master Program in concert with the City’s Critical Areas Ordinance and through the use of the AMRRC mitigation sequence (Avoid, Minimize, Rectify, Reduce, Compensate) (WAC 173-26-201(e)). Policy 6.7.1 Ensure that new development in areas prone to periodic flooding comply with the City’s Flood Damage Prevention standards (Chapter 16.08, PTMC) to minimize health hazards and property damage due to flooding. Policy 6.7.2 Develop, enhance, and implement education programs aimed at mitigating natural hazards, and reducing the risk to citizens, public agencies, private property owners, businesses and schools. Policy 6.7.3 Encourage development of acquisition and management strategies to preserve open space for flood mitigation, fish habitat, and water quality in frequently flooded areas. Last update May 12, 2012 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 491 May 2017 CODES AND COMPREHENSIVE PLANS for NATURAL HAZARD REDUCTION DOCUMENT PURPOSE REVIEW SCHEDULE Policy 6.7.4 Coordinate and support the development of improved tsunami warning systems. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (Hazmit Plan) This Plan documents the County, City, and participating Special Districts strategic planning to reduce the effects of natural disasters in Jefferson County. This Hazmit Plan is unique in that: (1) It is an All-Hazard Plan that not only deals with natural disasters, but those man-made disasters that can significantly impact one or more of the participants of the Plan, e.g the presence here of the second largest Navy Munitions Depot on the west coast adds the risk of an Ordnance Mishap that other locales do not have. (2) In 2016, where appropriate, commentary on climate change having an effect on a type of natural disaster has been added. This was requested by FEMA, but is voluntary and consistent with the attitudes of local government officials. FEMA requires a major update every 5 years. The current Plan (2009) expired in June, 2015. The 2016 Update is underway. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 492 May 2017 JEFFERSON COUNTY PRIORITIZATION OF ACTION ITEMS Jefferson County operates under the requirements of the Growth Management Act of the State of Washington. County government format is a county administrator with board of commissioners. County staff evaluates actions based on community needs as expressed in the growth management act and the various comprehensive plans adopted by the commissioners. Staff prepares recommendations for specific actions to the commissioners for consideration. Board of Commissioners weighs the input from staff and citizens before making any decision. Before an action may proceed there must be a demonstrated need and funding must be secured. When funding is available and approval of the Board is given, the project is included in the annual budget. Need for an action to proceed may be determined in a variety of ways including but not limited to: action items identified in adopted plans, cost benefit analysis, necessary service, emergency, directive from state or federal agency, safety or other benefit to the community. For planning purposes projects are evaluated and included in the annual update of the 6-year capital facilities plan. Many projects in the capital facilities plan are dependent of outside funding. Possible sources of funding are the general fund, capital improvement funds, utility reserves, local improvement district, grant funding from a variety of sources including but not limited to private agencies, economic development organizations, state agencies, federal agencies and philanthropic sources. Other sources of funding may, from time to time, become available for specified actions that may or may not be included in the community planning process. Economic Analysis of Mitigation Projects The Federal Emergency Management Agency’s approaches to identify costs and benefits associated with natural hazard mitigation strategies or projects fall into two general categories: benefit/cost analysis (BCA) and cost-effectiveness analysis. Where appropriate, proposed activities will be evaluated using the BCA tools and HazusMH modeling software, along with empirical data to assess whether or not the mitigation strategy is justified. Repetitive Loss Properties Jefferson County has one repetitive loss property. It is a residence built within 150’ of a small river in the south of the county. The building is valued at $70,695, based on current assessments. Since there is only one repetitive loss property at risk, identifying its location more specifically would violate federal disclosure regulations. Suffice to say, it is located near U.S. HWY 101 within the 100-year FEMA Flood Zones shown in the maps on pages 117 of the FLOOD hazard analysis. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 493 May 2017 Jefferson County Assets at Risk Jefferson County 2016 Building Asset Schedule Asset Number Location Name Building Name Replacement Cost New JF-11-1-1 COURTHOUSE - PORT TOWNSEND COURTHOUSE - PORT TOWNSEND $ 13,819,800.00 JF-11-1-2 COURTHOUSE - PORT TOWNSEND COURTHOUSE ANNEX $ 173,700.00 JF-11-1-3 COURTHOUSE - PORT TOWNSEND COURTHOUSE PARK $ - JF-40-2-1 COMMUNITY CENTER - PORT TOWNSEND COMMUNITY CENTER - PORT TOWNSEND $ 2,258,200.00 JF-65-3-2 RECYCLING CENTER LANDFILL FLARE $ 185,000.00 JF-65-3-3 RECYCLING CENTER TRANSFER STATION $ 893,700.00 JF-65-3-4 RECYCLING CENTER STORAGE GARAGE $ 65,000.00 JF-65-3-5 RECYCLING CENTER TRANSFER STATION OFFICE $ 9,300.00 JF-65-3-6 RECYCLING CENTER SCALE HOUSE $ 172,000.00 JF-55-4-1 CLEARWATER ANNEX - CORRECTION FACILITY CLEARWATER ANNEX - CORRECTION FACILITY $ 438,100.00 JF-50-5-1 CLEARWATER EQUIPMENT SHED CLEARWATER EQUIPMENT SHED $ 79,461.00 JF-20-6-1 HOH MAINTENANCE SHOP HOH MAINTENANCE SHOP $ 142,100.00 JF-40-7-1 QUILCENE COMMUNITY CENTER QUILCENE COMMUNITY CENTER $ 471,900.00 JF-55-8-1 DISPATCH / CORRECTIONS CENTER / E.O.C. DISPATCH / CORRECTIONS CENTER / E.O.C. $ 4,334,000.00 JF-20-9-1 MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN $ 1,103,000.00 JF-20-9-2 MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN EQUIPMENT STORAGE 1 - EAST $ 164,403.00 JF-20-9-3 MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN EQUIPMENT STORAGE 2 - SOUTH $ 200,023.00 JF-20-9-4 MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN EQUIPMENT STORAGE 3 - WASH $ 22,358.00 JF-20-9-5 MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN SURVEYOR'S ANNEX $ 149,334.00 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 494 May 2017 Asset Number Location Name Building Name Replacement Cost New JF-20-9-6 MAINTENANCE SHOP - HADLOCK MAIN HADLOCK SHOP FUEL STATION $ 32,000.00 JF-80-10-1 GARDINER COMMUNITY CENTER GARDINER COMMUNITY CENTER $ 539,000.00 JF-20-11-1 DISCOVERY BAY EQUIPMENT SHOP DISCOVERY BAY EQUIPMENT SHOP $ 71,242.00 JF-80-12-1 ANIMAL SHELTER ANIMAL SHELTER $ 247,900.00 JF-40-13-1 TRI AREA COMMUNITY CENTER (CHIMACUM) TRI AREA COMMUNITY CENTER (CHIMACUM) $ 654,300.00 JF-40-14-1 BRINNON COMMUNITY CENTER / MOTEL BRINNON COMMUNITY CENTER / MOTEL $ 1,439,800.00 JF-30-15-1 FAIRGROUNDS FAIRGROUNDS OFFICE $ 1,463,000.00 JF-30-15-2 FAIRGROUNDS PORT TOWNSEND LITTLE LEAGUE FIELD $ 12,200.00 JF-30-15-3 FAIRGROUNDS ART BUILDING $ 124,400.00 JF-30-15-4 FAIRGROUNDS 4H BUILDING $ 125,400.00 JF-30-15-5 FAIRGROUNDS YESTERYEAR MUSEUM $ 118,300.00 JF-30-15-6 FAIRGROUNDS 4H CAT BUILDING $ 55,900.00 JF-30-15-7 FAIRGROUNDS COMMERCIAL EXHIBITS $ 75,300.00 JF-30-15-8 FAIRGROUNDS PORT TOWNSEND ROCK CLUB $ 101,100.00 JF-30-15-9 FAIRGROUNDS COMMERCIAL EXHIBITS 2 $ 186,400.00 JF-30-15-10 FAIRGROUNDS RESTROOMS $ 163,900.00 JF-30-15-11 FAIRGROUNDS SMALL STAGE AND PICNIC $ 63,000.00 JF-30-15-12 FAIRGROUNDS SMALL ANIMALS $ 287,700.00 JF-30-15-13 FAIRGROUNDS CAMPGROUND RESTROOMS $ 132,000.00 JF-30-15-14 FAIRGROUNDS HORSE BARN A $ 71,100.00 JF-30-15-15 FAIRGROUNDS HORSE BARN B $ 76,900.00 JF-30-15-16 FAIRGROUNDS CATTLE BARN $ 126,600.00 JF-30-15-17 FAIRGROUNDS STORAGE BUILDING $ 17,300.00 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 495 May 2017 Asset Number Location Name Building Name Replacement Cost New JF-30-15-18 FAIRGROUNDS 4H ARENA BUILDING $ 24,400.00 JF-30-15-19 FAIRGROUNDS HORTICULTURE BUILDING $ 134,100.00 JF-30-15-20 FAIRGROUNDS MAIN GRANDSTAND $ 224,300.00 JF-30-15-21 FAIRGROUNDS CRAFT VENDOR TENT $ 5,000.00 JF-30-15-22 FAIRGROUNDS BBQ $ 9,300.00 JF-30-15-23 FAIRGROUNDS INFORMATION BOOTH $ 2,500.00 JF-80-16-1 PORT LUDLOW RADIO TOWER PORT LUDLOW RADIO TOWER $ 18,204.00 JF-70-17-1 LAKE LELAND PARK LAKE LELAND PARK $ 32,133.00 JF-70-18-1 UPPER OAK BAY PARK UPPER OAK BAY PARK $ 23,206.00 JF-70-19-1 LOWER OAK BAY PARK LOWER OAK BAY PARK $ 9,834.00 JF-70-20-1 NORTH BEACH PARK NORTH BEACH $ 34,251.00 JF-70-21-1 IRONDALE PARK IRONDALE $ 20,133.00 JF-70-22-1 CHIMACUM PARK CHIMACUM $ 32,100.00 JF-70-22-2 CHIMACUM PARK WATERLESS RESTROOM 1 $ 3,100.00 JF-70-22-3 CHIMACUM PARK WATERLESS RESTROOM 2 $ 3,100.00 JF-70-23-1 QUILCENE (MAIN) LIBRARY QUILCENE (MAIN) $ 46,481.00 JF-70-24-2 MEMORIAL FIELD GRANDSTAND $ 864,000.00 JF-70-24-4 MEMORIAL FIELD MAINTENANCE SHOP $ 33,200.00 JF-70-24-5 MEMORIAL FIELD CONCESSION STAND $ 12,200.00 JF-70-25-1 INDIAN ISLAND INDIAN ISLAND $ 8,240.00 JF-70-26-1 EAST BEACH EAST BEACH $ 35,179.00 JF-70-27-1 BEAUSITE LAKE 510 BEAUSITE $ 586,600.00 JF-70-27-2 BEAUSITE LAKE 780 BEAUSITE LAKE ROAD CARETAKER $ 161,100.00 JF-70-27-3 BEAUSITE LAKE 780 BEAUSITE LAKE BATHHOUSE $ 234,300.00 JF-70-28-2 GIBBS LAKE FACILITY GIBBS LAKE CARETAKERS $ 127,400.00 JF-70-28-4 GIBBS LAKE FACILITY GIBBS LAKE SHOP BLDG $ 40,000.00 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 496 May 2017 Asset Number Location Name Building Name Replacement Cost New JF-70-28-5 GIBBS LAKE FACILITY GIBBS LAKE RESTROOM BLDG. $ 6,500.00 JF-70-29-1 PT. COMMUNITY CENTER PARK PT. COMMUNITY CENTER PARK $ 24,660.00 JF-70-30-1 QUILCENE PARK QUILCENE PARK $ 35,179.00 JF-70-31-1 SEAGULL FIELD ? EAST JEFFERSON SEAGULL FIELD ? EAST JEFFERSON $ 95,543.00 JF-70-32-1 DEEMA SMAKMAN FIELD DEEMA SMAKMAN FIELD $ 22,594.00 JF-70-32-2 DEEMA SMAKMAN FIELD IRONDALE BEACH (17 ACRES) $ 5,000.00 JF-20-33-1 QUILCENE MAINTENANCE SHOP QUILCENE MAINTENANCE SHOP $ 79,761.00 JF-10-34-1 SHOLD BUSINESS PARK SHOLD BUSINESS PARK $ - JF-20-35-1 BRINNON MAINTENANCE SHOP BRINNON MAINTENANCE SHOP $ 102,752.00 JF-70-36-1 US FOREST RESIDENCE US FOREST RESIDENCE $ - JF-70-37-1 H.J. CARROLL PARK HJ CARROLL PARK AND PICNIC PAVILION 1 $ 53,500.00 JF-70-37-3 H.J. CARROLL PARK CONCESSIONS AND RESTROOMS $ 191,900.00 JF-70-37-4 H.J. CARROLL PARK SHOP / CARETAKER $ 25,200.00 JF-70-37-5 H.J. CARROLL PARK BASKETBALL COURTS $ - JF-70-37-6 H.J. CARROLL PARK PICNIC PAVILION $ 115,300.00 JF-70-37-7 H.J. CARROLL PARK INFORMATION KIOSK $ 8,900.00 JF-65-38-1 MRW FACILITY MRW FACILITY $ 26,000.00 JF-10-39-1 CASTLE HILL COMPLEX - BLDG. #1 CASTLE HILL COMPLEX - BLDG. #1 $ 3,613,000.00 JF-20-43-1 CASTLE HILL ANNEX - BLDG. #2, PW CASTLE HILL ANNEX - BLDG. #2, PW $ 1,075,100.00 JF-50-44-1 SHERIFF'S ADMINISTRATION BUILDING SHERIFF'S ADMINISTRATION BUILDING $ 1,397,500.00 JF-20-45-1 QUILCENE FUEL STATION QUILCENE FUEL STATION $ 32,000.00 JF-70-46-1 LARRY SCOTT MEMORIAL TRAIL LARRY SCOTT MEMORIAL TRAIL $ - JF-70-47-1 VISITORS CENTER VISITORS CENTER $ 83,325.00 JF-70-48-2 LARRY SCOTT MEMORIAL TRAIL - SCHMUCKER RESIDENCE WITH GARAGE $ 144,000.00 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 497 May 2017 Asset Number Location Name Building Name Replacement Cost New JF-60-49-1 FIRE HALL COMMUNICATION TOWER FIRE HALL COMMUNICATION TOWER $ 86,720.00 Total - Building Assets at Risk: $ 40,814,916.00 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 498 May 2017 Jefferson County Assets at Risk Jefferson County 2016 Movable Equipment Asset Schedule Asset Number Description Serial Number Replacement Cost New 1611 2015 NEW HOLLAND T6.155 ZFBD02318 $76,823.53 1610 2015 NEW HOLLAND T4.85 ZFJT50308 $45,820.94 1609 2015 TOYOTA FORKLIFT 8FGU18 $22,984.39 1608 2015 CATERPILLAR 140M3 CAT0140MAN9M00141 $262,159.39 1607 2015 CATERPILLAR 430F2 CAT0430FHHWE00350 $126,119.54 1606 2014 CATERPILLAR 938K CAT0938KTSWL03760 $211,580.99 1605 2015 NEW HOLLAND T4.85 ZEJT50348 $49,584.50 14648 ROADS RADIO SYSTEM - $0.00 14647 SHERIFF RADIOS - $0.00 14638 2014 US MOWER BRUSHCUTTER ATTACHMENT 102505 $63,534.92 14636 COATS 5040A TIRE CHANGER 1412104337 $3,815.00 14635 COATS 1175A WHEEL BALANCER CMB1404999 $4,349.10 14630 2014 LIFTMOORE L-8 CRANE 14-8685W117 $2,506.98 14628 2014 JONES ANIMAL CENTRAL UNIT - $10,107.57 14601 2014 YAMAHA MOTOR 64PX1016338 $12,802.00 14600 2014 YAMAHA MOTOR 63PX1139009 $12,802.00 14416 2014 JD 62D ONRAMP MOWER #844 M02362ACEM0740109 $2,885.06 14415 2014 JD 62 D ONRAMP MOWER #844 1M02362AKEM070110 $2,885.06 14414 2014 JD 2025R TRACTOR-PARKS 1LV2025RKDH110607 $17,088.06 13911 CUMMINS REPAIR SOFTWARE - $1,574.22 13910 BOBCAT 225 NT WELDER LB229897 $5,869.35 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 499 May 2017 Asset Number Description Serial Number Replacement Cost New 13909 MOHAWK ABOVE GROUND 1-A HOIST 9603420 $5,071.30 13908 MOHAWK TR50 SHOP TRUCK HOIST 95121912 $52,331.00 13907 WHEEL BALANCER/ADJUSTOR 50392454 $4,451.63 13906 2013 MONROE V-BOX SANDER 12/6/7593 $17,963.20 13905 V-BOX 5YD HOPPER SANDER 11/7/7422 $16,482.98 13904 SALT DOG V-BOX P/U SANDER-GAS 5562 $4,573.49 13903 8' P/U SNOW PLOW M062002771 $4,575.48 13882 KARCHER PRESSURE WASHER 10182 $4,913.41 13881 WASHRACK - ULTRASORB SYSTEM 31141 $22,163.68 13880 RICE LAKE HP FLOOR SCALE -MRW A08185/RL3000A $2,372.82 13879 MANTLE TRUCK SCALES 24035-10C $45,438.00 13878 2001 JOHN DEERE MOWER LV5320P137007 $28,950.86 13877 20HP SHOP COMPRESSOR - $7,495.86 13876 HONDA GENERATOR/AIR COMPRESSOR - $2,320.89 13875 ONAN 40DGBC GENERATOR H970647879 $24,443.67 13874 EQUIPMENT - SIGN MFG. S&S - $2,145.00 13864 2011 ELGIN VACUUM BROOM BEAR 1HTJTSKN9CJ440106 $201,341.36 13863 2012 ROSCO FRONT MT BROOM 86919 $73,466.00 13862 2012 ROSCO FRONT MT BROOM 83786 $73,466.00 12428 2009 LEBOY 3000 BELT LOADER 55545 $188,464.24 11152 TRAILER 4P2UB12189U094421 $12,000.00 11142 2008 FORD T6030 BRUSHCUTTER Z8BD12841 $94,052.99 8786 1987 MOTOMAR 14' INFLATABLE BOAT MFL43165K687 $3,900.00 8785 2001 LEESHORE BOAT NRGZ4PJCG101 $29,870.00 8784 TARPING TRAILING 71C417127 $15,350.98 8783 2003 EC0134 SNAPON AC RECYCLER 0319C0122 $2,579.76 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 500 May 2017 Asset Number Description Serial Number Replacement Cost New 8782 EQUIPMENT - MECHANCIAL SHOP - $52,675.00 8781 MONROE V-HOPPER SANDER MV-180-84-56 WA $14,374.08 8780 2000 TAILGATE SANDER 85605 $2,152.45 8779 SWENSON EV-100 V-BOX SANDER 88211 $12,134.96 8778 SWENSON EV100 V-BOX SANDER 75840 $11,561.17 8777 SWENSON EV100 V-BOX SANDER 75839 $11,561.17 8776 SWENSON EV100-15-54 SANDER 73737 $11,137.03 8775 SWENSON EV100 SLIP-IN SANDER 65598 $9,597.34 8774 SWENSON MODEL SA TAILGT SANDER 62156 $1,731.20 8773 SWENSON MODEL SA TAILGT SANDER 62116 $1,731.20 8771 SWENSON SA TAILGATE SANDER 57708 $1,731.20 8770 SWENSON SA TAILGATE SANDER 56734 $1,731.20 8769 TOYOTA 7FGU30 FORKLIFT-HADSHOP 65230 $27,390.83 8768 1993 HYSTER FORKLIFT - $22,936.00 8767 TOYOTA 4FG15 FORKLIFT RECONDTN FG18-45646 $7,984.59 8766 2004 10' FRINK SNOW PLOW 3910 PISA RR85 $7,085.05 8765 FRINK 3911 SNOW PLOW 3911P1SA-RR85 $7,663.21 8764 FRINK MODEL 3911 SNOW PLOW 3911P1SA-13N.M. $5,500.93 8763 FRINK MODEL 3911 SNOW PLOW 3911 PISA-347PF $6,674.10 8762 FRINK MODEL 3910 SNOW PLOW 3910 PISA-360PF $6,674.10 8761 FRINK MODEL 3910 SNOW PLOW 3910 PISA-358PF $6,674.10 8760 FRINK MODEL 3910 SNOW PLOW 3910 PISA-357PF $6,674.10 8759 FRINK 3910 SNOW PLOW 3910P1SA79PH $7,654.61 8758 FRINK 3911 SNOW PLOW 3911P1SA75PH $7,654.61 8757 TENCO TC132TE 11' SNOWPLOW 7756 $8,020.87 8756 TENCO TC132TE 11' SNOW PLOW 7347 $8,020.86 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 501 May 2017 Asset Number Description Serial Number Replacement Cost New 8755 1999 11' FRINK SNOW PLOW 3932 RR-3847 $8,869.15 8754 2000 LAYTON BOX F525 PAVER F10791N00/EH38630 $28,190.51 8753 2000 PATCH KING PK30H HOTBOX 6439 $23,372.08 8751 AQUATECH SJ600P CULVERT FLUSHR 20101056 $33,192.45 8750 1994 320L CAT EXCAVATOR 9KK01957 $91,175.50 8748 1980 MILLER CURB MAC/650S -GAS 1549/MTR 5965669 $5,285.20 8747 2005 INGERSOLL-RAND COMPACTOR 185331 $72,944.00 8746 2001 INGERSOLL DD24 COMPACTOR 167348 $31,280.00 8745 1989 D4C WIDE TRACK TRACTOR/D 4GH01519 $44,885.28 8744 GRADE MORE BLADE UNIT (USED) - $16,260.00 8742 2006 JD 544J WHEEL LOADER-LF DW544JH607520 $172,011.69 8739 2003 JD 4110 MOWER/TRACTR-PARK LV4110H210418 $14,821.31 8738 2004 JD 5320 SHOULDER MOWER LV5320P436162 $43,251.45 8737 2001 JD TRACTOR-EDWARDS MOWER LV5320P137290 $42,006.52 8736 2001 JOHN DEERE MOWER LV5320P137007 $28,950.86 8735 1997 GRIZZLY KNUCKLEBOOM CRANE - $91,499.20 8734 1993 WACKER PLATE TAMPER 67950166 $1,688.84 8733 CUTMASTER 100 PLASMA CUTTER SY105402231 $2,767.76 8732 ROTOTILLER 550 M*00550X120715* $1,935.01 8731 SEVERE SERVICE ASPHALT CUTTER 190BM-231SRB $2,546.44 Total Movable Equipment Assets at Risk: $ 2,901,136.41 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 502 May 2017 Jefferson County Assets at Risk Jefferson County 2016 Vehicle Asset Schedule Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 4288 2004 FORD CROWN VIC -BRASFIELD FORD CROWN VIC 2004 $ 22,478.17 4291 2005 FORD CROWN VIC-PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2005 $ 1,530.00 4294 2005 FORD CROWN VIC-PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2005 $ 26,106.83 4299 2007 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2007 $ 23,919.64 4303 2007 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2007 $ 23,919.64 4304 1998 FORD ESCORT WAGON FORD ESCORT 1998 $ 14,263.97 4307 2003 HONDA CIVIC HYBRID-MP SHP HONDA CIVIC HYBRID 2003 $ 22,868.07 4308 2004 FORD TAURUS-JUV SVC FORD TAURUS 2004 $ 13,399.52 4309 2005 FORD TAURUS 4DR-HEALTH FORD TAURUS 2005 $ 13,531.65 4310 2005 FORD TAURUS 4DR-HEALTH FORD TAURUS 2005 $ 13,531.65 4311 2005 FORD TAURUS 4DR-MOTORPOOL FORD TAURUS 2005 $ 13,531.65 4312 2006 FORD TAURUS P53-SHERIFF FORD TAURUS P53 2006 $ 14,161.62 4315 2004 FORD TAURUS-PW ENG FORD TAURUS 2004 $ 13,399.52 4316 1951 FORD FORD SEDAN 1951 $ 5,000.00 4318 2003 WORKHORSE WALK IN VAN-FAC WORKHORSE WALK IN VAN 2003 $ 35,854.30 4321 2005 CHEVY CARGO VAN-LORING CHEVROLET CARGO VAN 2005 $ 17,248.22 4322 2006 FORD FREESTAR VAN-RICK M FORD FREESTAR VAN 2006 $ 13,968.23 4325 2006 FORD VAN FORD VAN 2006 $ 21,997.00 4327 1985 DODGE RAM SW DODGE RAM SW 1985 $ 1,500.00 4330 1999 FORD RANGER 4X4 P/U-RANCH FORD RANGER 1999 $ 16,787.43 4333 2002 FORD RANGER 4X4 P/U-SIGNS FORD RANGER 2002 $ 17,336.99 4334 2002 FORD RANGER 4X4 P/U-TERRY FORD RANGER 2002 $ 17,336.99 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 503 May 2017 Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 4335 2002 F250 FORD 4X4 P/U FORD F250 2002 $ 7,500.00 4336 2002 F250 FORD 4X4 P/U-DAVE W FORD F250 2002 $ 23,448.49 4337 2003 FORD 3/4T F250 P/U-PAUL W FORD F250 3/4 2003 $ 22,327.25 4340 2005 DODGE RAM 3/4T PU DODGE RAM 2005 $ 16,342.04 4342 2005 FORD 3/4T F250 P/U-MARK L FORD F250 2005 $ 22,461.86 4343 1996 FORD 3/4T P/U W/LIFTGATE FORD 3/4T P/U 1996 $ 17,788.13 4344 1995 CHEV S10 P/U-ASSESSOR CHEVROLET S10 P/U 1995 $ 1,669.19 4345 1995 CHEV S10 P/U -ASSESSOR CHEVROLET S10 P/U 1995 $ 1,669.19 4348 2000 3/4 DODGE RAM PU-ANIMAL C DODGE RAM 2000 $ 17,969.05 4349 2002 FORD RANGER 4X4 P/U-BLDG FORD RANGER 2002 $ 17,336.99 4351 2004 CHEV COLORADO P/U 4X4-DCD CHEVROLET COLORADO 2004 $ 17,398.50 4353 1991 FORD PICKUP (BOAT) FORD P/U (BOAT) 1991 $ 12,000.00 4355 1995 JEEP CHEROKEE-ASSESSOR JEEP CHEROKEE 1995 $ 21,436.00 4357 1997 JEEP CHEROKEE 4DR-ENG/CR JEEP CHEROKEE 1997 $ 2,768.60 4359 2006 FORD ESCAPE-PW FORD ESCAPE 2006 $ 17,954.80 4360 1987 INT. 5 YD. DUMP TRUCK-DSL INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 5 YD 1997 $ 47,956.92 4361 1992 INT. 5 YD. DUMP DSL INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 5 YD 1992 $ 51,947.74 4362 1987 INT'L 5YD DUMP (OLD #213) INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 5 YD 1987 $ 12,000.00 4363 1998 INT'L 5YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 5 YD 1998 $ 73,141.38 4364 2000 5YD INT'L DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 5 YD 2000 $ 79,873.02 4365 2003 INT'L 5 YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 5 YD 2003 $ 87,446.93 4366 1996 INT'L 10YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 10 YD 1996 $ 94,675.52 4367 1996 INT'L 10YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 10 YD 1996 $ 94,675.53 4368 1999 10YD INT'L DUMP INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 1999 $ 99,669.79 4369 2000 INT'L 10 YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 10 YD 2000 $ 101,362.96 4370 2001 INT'L 10 YARD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 10 YD 2001 $ 103,284.23 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 504 May 2017 Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 4371 2006 INT'L 10YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 10 YD 2006 $ 116,414.35 4372 2007 INT'L 10YD DUMP TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DUMP TRUCK 10 YD 2007 $ 122,976.70 4373 1986 KENWORTH TRACTOR (OLD#LF28 KENWORTH TRACTOR 1986 $ 18,379.54 4374 1978 BMC GEN TRC/TRK -(OLD#127) BMC TRUCK 1978 $ 4,426.19 4377 2001 FORD F550 SHOP TRUCK FORD F550 2001 $ 46,421.55 4378 2001 FORD F450 FLATBED-ROADS FORD F450 FLATBET 2001 $ 25,857.42 4380 2004 F450 FORD FLATBED-MOLLY H FORD F450 FLATBED 2004 $ 27,370.72 4381 2006 FORD 1 TON F450-MOLLY/PKS FORD F450 2006 $ 28,939.65 4382 2002 INT'L BOOM TRUCK INTERNATIONAL BOOM TRUCK 2002 $ 109,821.89 4385 2002 NUMACK TS110 BRUSHCUTTER NUMACK TS110 BRUSHCUTTER 2002 $ 72,290.25 4387 2002 250X BRUSH BANDIT CHIPPER BRUSH BANDIT CHIPPER 2002 $ 36,145.54 4392 JOHN DEERE 310D BACKHOE LOADER JOHN DEERE BACKHOE LOADER 310D 2000 $ 58,663.07 4393 1998 JOHN DEERE 410E BACKHOE JOHN DEERE 410E BACKHOE 1998 $ 77,348.67 4394 2000 JD BACKHOE 310SE-ER&ROWND JOHN DEERE BACKHOE 310SE 2000 $ 75,076.36 4395 2004 JOHN DEERE BACKHOE-HADSHP JOHN DEERE BACKHOE 2004 $ 79,901.63 4397 1989 950C CAT LOADER/ DIESEL CAT 950C 1989 $ 111,423.19 4398 1997 CASE 621B WHL LOADER-DSL CASE 621B LOADER 1997 $ 92,089.54 4399 2000 CASE 621C FRNT END LOADER CASE 621C LOADER 2000 $ 100,095.54 4401 1994 CAT GRADER 140G - DSL CAT GRADER 140G 1994 $ 130,290.16 4402 1999 CAT 140H GRADER CAT 140H GRADER 1999 $ 174,690.10 4403 1994 HAMM PNEU. ROLLER -DSL HAMM ROLLER 1994 $ 43,749.28 4404 1994 HAMM PNEU. ROLLER -DSL HAMM ROLLER 1994 $ 43,749.28 4405 1997 ETNYRE 14' CHIP SPREADER ETNYRE CHIP SPREADER 1997 $ 131,472.55 4406 1999 INT'L DISTRIBUTOR TRUCK INTERNATIONAL DISTRIBUTOR TRUCK 1999 $ 110,786.16 4407 2003 INT OIL DISTRIBUTOR TRUCK INTERNATIONAL OIL DIST TRUCK 2003 $ 145,632.65 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 505 May 2017 Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 4408 1953 BEALL ASPHALT TANKS (2) BEALL ASPHALT TANKS 1953 $ 11,964.50 4409 1987 INT'L WATER TRUCK-OLD 5YD INTERNATIONAL WATER TRUCK 5 YD 1987 $ 47,956.92 4410 1996 INT'L F2674 WATER TRUCK INTERNATIONAL F2674 WATER TRUCK 1996 $ 65,742.44 4411 1998 TRAILMAX TILT TRAILER TRAILMAX TILT TRAILER 1998 $ 25,058.35 4412 1999 TRAILMAX 3AX TILT TRAILER TRAILMAX 3 AX TILT TRAILER 1999 $ 21,515.26 4413 1999 TRAILMAX 3AX TILT TRAILER TRAILMAX 3 AX TILT TRAILER 1999 $ 21,515.26 4414 2000 10YD PUP TRAILER - PUP TRAILER 2000 $ 28,338.66 4415 2000 10YD PUP TRAILER - PUP TRAILER 2000 $ 28,338.66 4416 2004 TRAILKING TK110HDG LOWBOY TRAILKING 110HDG LOWBOY 2004 $ 47,972.32 4417 1977 UTILITY TRAILER - TRAILER 1977 $ 722.72 4418 12X6' FLAT BED TRAILER - TRAILER 1999 $ 3,066.00 4419 1993 WALTON RAMP TRAILER WALTON RAMP TRAILER 1993 $ 3,234.00 4420 2000 LAYTON BOX TRAILER PT505 LAYTON BOX TRAILER PT505 2000 $ 8,199.30 4421 MRW COLLECTION TRAILER MRW COLLECTION TRAILER 1990 $ 6,971.75 4422 B/M 830 PAINT STRIPER/TRAILER B/M PAINT STRIPER/TRLR 1988 $ 3,839.72 4423 EZLDR BOAT TRAILER EZLOADER BOAT TRAILER 2002 $ 3,861.00 4424 1998 WORK CREW TRAILER - WORKCREW TRAILER 1998 $ 7,317.00 4425 2006 GATOR PAROS UTILITY TRAILER GATOR PAROS UTILITY TRAILER 2006 $ 1,425.00 4426 1966 STDHM HORSE TRAILER STDHM HORSE TRAILER 1966 $ 725.00 4430 1996 DEERE GATOR JOHN DEERE GATOR 1996 $ 13,390.00 4431 1996 CAULKINS BOAT TRAILER CAULKINS BOAT TRAILER 1996 $ 200.00 11129 2008 FORD FOCUS FORD FOCUS 2008 $ 13,125.84 11130 2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU CHEVROLET MALIBU 2007 $ 14,023.80 11131 1995 DODGE VAN DODGE VAN 1995 $ 4,800.00 11132 2008 FORD F250 4X4 FORD F250 2008 $ 25,600.25 11133 2008 FORD F20 3/4T 4X2 PICKUP FORD F20 2008 $ 17,453.68 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 506 May 2017 Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 11134 2008 FORD F20 3/4T 4X2 PICKUP FORD F20 2008 $ 17,453.68 11135 2009 FORD F150 4X4 FORD F150 2009 $ 17,457.12 11136 2008 FORD F350 PICKUP FPRD F350 2008 $ 23,105.32 11137 2008 FORD F450 PICKUP FORD F450 2008 $ 25,484.56 11138 2008 FORD ESCAPE 4X4 FORD ESCAPE 2008 $ 16,517.07 11139 2008 FORD ESCAPE FORD ESCAPE 2008 $ 16,111.24 11140 2008 FORD ESCAPE FORD ESCAPE 2008 $ 18,365.40 11141 2008 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER 2008 $ 22,335.48 11150 JD 410J BACKHOE/LOADER JOHN DEERE 410J BACKHOE 2008 $ 106,239.93 11151 1999 PB TAR POT PETERBILT TAR POT 1999 $ 7,588.00 11154 2008 FORD F20 3/4T P/U-ANIMALS FORD F20 2008 $ 17,453.68 11155 OLYMPIC TILT TRAILER OLYMPIC TILT TRAILER 2007 $ 19,833.95 12422 2009 INCIDENT CMD TRAILER - - 2009 $ 15,772.00 12423 2009 FORD P71 CRWON VIC FORD CROWN VIC P71 2009 $ 28,923.66 12424 2009 FORD P71 CROWN VIC FORD CROWN VIC P71 2009 $ 25,668.69 12425 2009 CHEVY EXPRESS VAN CHEVROLET EXPRESS VAN 2009 $ 26,899.57 12426 2009 CHEVY EXPRESS PASS VAN CHEVROLET EXPRESS PASS VAN 2009 $ 25,386.28 12427 2009 FORD ESCAPE -SO FORD ESCAPE 2009 $ 19,610.40 12429 2010 FORD F150 4X4 P/U-PAUL FORD F150 2010 $ 25,236.57 12430 2010 FORD EXPEDITION-HOH TRIBE FORD EXPEDITION 2010 $ 37,666.35 12432 2010 CHEV TAHOE 4X4-SO BOYD CHEVROLET TAHOE 2010 $ 32,195.40 12891 2011 FORD ESCAPE 4X4 FORD ESCAPE 2011 $ 19,949.00 12892 2011 CHEV COLORADO 4X4 P/U-HEL CHEV COLORADO 2011 $ 20,408.24 12893 2011 250XP BRUSH BANDIT CHIPPER BRUSH BANDIT BRUSH BANDIT 2011 $ 46,001.77 13287 2012 FORD ESCAPE FORD ESCAPE 4WD 2012 $ - 13343 FORD FOCUS- MP/SHOP FORD FOCUS 2012 $ 17,532.90 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 507 May 2017 Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 13382 2013 FORD K8A FORD K8A UTILITY AWD 2013 $ - 13383 2013 FORD K8A FORD K8A UTILITY AWD 2013 $ - 13384 2012 FORD F250 RC 4X2 FORD F250 2012 $ - 13385 2012 FORD F250 RC 4X2 FORD F250 2012 $ - 13386 2012 FORD FOCUS SE FORD FOCUS SE 2012 $ - 13852 2011 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC PATROL 2011 $ 24,377.63 13853 2011 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2011 $ 24,377.63 13854 2011 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2011 $ 24,377.63 13855 2011 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2011 $ 24,377.63 13856 2011 FORD CROWN VIC PATROL FORD CROWN VIC 2011 $ 24,377.63 13858 2013 FORD INTERCEPTOR-PATROL FORD INTERCEPTOR 2013 $ 28,825.73 13859 2013 FORD INTERCEPTOR-PATROL FORD INTERCEPTOR 2013 $ 28,825.73 13860 2012 FORD F250 4X4 P/U-JNEWMAN FORD F250 4X4 P/U 2012 $ 26,609.00 13861 2011 FORD F450 SIGN TRUCK FORD F450 2011 $ 30,668.38 13865 2004 SPECTRE FLATBED TRAILER SPECTRE FLATBED TRAILER 2004 $ 3,698.00 13866 1992 FORD AMBULANCE FORD AMBULANCE 1992 $ 5,000.00 14374 2008 DIVE UTILITY TRAILER TNT CARGO 2008 $ 1,500.00 14376 2013 LEESHORE 28' BOAT 'VALOR' - LEESHORE 2013 $ 249,531.00 14377 2013 EZLOADER FOR 'VALOR' BOAT - EZLOADER 2013 $ 8,211.00 14407 2014 FORD INTERCEPTR SUV-PATROL FORD INTERCEPTER 2014 $ 33,340.57 14408 2014 FORD INTERCEPTR SUV-PATROL FORD INTERCEPTER 2014 $ 33,340.57 14409 2014 FORD INTERCEPTR SUV-PATROL FORD INTERCEPTER 2014 $ 33,340.57 14410 2015 FORD INTERCEPTR SUV-PATROL FORD INTERCEPTER 2015 $ 30,317.57 14411 2014 CAP TJ6500 TRAILER JOCKEY - DOCK JOCKEY 2014 $ 130,515.51 14412 NEW HOLLAND T6.155 TRACTOR NEW HOLLAND TRACTOR 2014 $ 70,538.84 14593 TOYOTA SIENNA TOYOTA SIENNA 2014 $ 8,250.00 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 508 May 2017 Asset Number Description Make Model Model Year Replacement Cost New 14594 2014 FORD F-150 P/U-ANIMAL CTL FORD F-150 2014 $ 29,847.62 14595 2015 CHEV G3500 VAN-SO PRISON CHEVY G3500 VAN 2015 $ 39,680.85 14596 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS C-HEALTH TOYOTA PRIUS 2015 $ 20,667.15 14597 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS C-HEALTH TOYOTA PRIUS 2015 $ 20,667.15 14598 2015 CHEV VAN 250-FACILITIES CHEVY VAN 2015 $ 23,331.94 14599 2015 CHEV VAN 2500-FACILITIES CHEVY VAN 2015 $ 23,331.94 14904 2002 TOYOTA TUNDRA TOYOTA TUNDRA 2002 $ 2,000.00 14905 BOAT TRUCK WESTEND - - - $ 5,000.00 14906 1988 FORD 350 FORD - 1988 $ 3,000.00 1601 2015 OLYMPIC 30TDT-3SC TRAILER - - 2015 $ 32,862.28 1602 2015 EAGLE EFB712TA2 TRAILER - - 2015 $ 5,453.45 1603 2015 OLYMPIC30TDT-3SC - - 2015 $ 32,771.83 1612 2016 FORD FUSION HYBRID - - 2016 $ 26,130.13 1613 2016 FORD FUSION HYBRID - - 2016 $ 26,130.13 1614 2016 FORD FUSION - - 2016 $ 18,414.00 1615 2015 FORD FUSION HYBRID - - 2015 $ 26,745.01 1616 2016 FORD FUSION - - 2016 $ 18,414.00 1617 2016 FORD EXPLORER BASE - - 2016 $ 28,896.61 1618 2016 FORD EXPLORER BASE - - 2016 $ 29,277.82 1619 2016 FORD EXPLORER BASE - - 2016 $ 28,535.97 1620 2016 FORD ESCAPE - - 2016 $ 24,332.84 1622 2006 JEEP LIBERTY - - 2006 $ 15,000.00 Total Vehicle Assets at Risk: $ 5,814,232.21 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 509 May 2017 Jefferson County Public Assets at Risk Jefferson County - 2016 Public Asset Schedule Totals Asset Type Asset Schedule Value Building $40,814,916 Movable Equipment $ 2,901,136 Vehicle $ 5,814,232 Grand Total: $49,530,284 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 510 May 2017 Jefferson County Privately Owned Assets at Risk As of 20154 TAXING DISTRICT REAL/PERSONAL PROPERTY A.V. TIMBER A.V. STATE LEVY (SCHOOL): 4,638,002,579 COUNTY: Current Expense 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 Mental Health 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 Development Disabilities 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 Veteran's Relief 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 COUNTY: Conservation Futures 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 JEFFERSON COUNTY ROADS: General 3,298,790,528 153,316,926 Diversion 3,298,790,528 153,316,926 CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND: General 1,340,801,391 7,403 Library LID Lift 1,340,801,391 7,403 Fire LID Lift 1,340,801,391 7,403 Mt. View Bond 1,316,515,016 7,403 PORT OF PORT TOWNSEND: General 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 P.U.D. NO. 1: General 4,639,591,919 153,324,329 LIBRARY DISTRICT #1: General 3,298,790,528 153,316,926 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 511 May 2017 TAXING DISTRICT REAL/PERSONAL PROPERTY A.V. TIMBER A.V. HOSPITAL DISTRICTS: HOSPITAL DISTRICT #1: General 29,242,908 84,029,004 HOSPITAL DISTRICT #2: General 4,610,106,207 55,033,666 Admin. Bond 4,610,106,207 55,033,666 LOCAL SCHOOLS: SCHOOL DISTRICT #20 (Queets-Clearwater): M & O 11,696,502 34,039,591 SCHOOL DISTRICT #46 (Brinnon): M & O 259,561,850 8,771,389 SCHOOL DISTRICT #48 (Quilcene): 1998 Bond 332,193,655 18,600,196 M & O 332,193,655 9,300,098 SCHOOL DISTRICT #49 (Chimacum): 2012 Capital Project 1,706,576,339 13,022,185 M & O 1,706,576,339 6,511,093 SCHOOL DISTRICT #50 (Port Townsend): 2012 Capital Project 2,189,765,148 5,647,104 M & O 2,189,765,148 2,823,552 SCHOOL DISTRICT #323 (Sequim): M & O 55,876,539 233,324 SCHOOL DISTRICT #402 (Quillayute Valley): 1998 & 2009 Bond 17,726,773 30,211,413 M & O 17,726,773 15,105,707 * For school M & O levies, only 1/2 of the bond timber A.V. is used. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 512 May 2017 TAXING DISTRICT REAL/PERSONAL PROPERTY A.V. TIMBER A.V. FIRE DISTRICTS: FIRE DISTRICT #1: General: Kala Point Chimacum Cape George 1,511,054,153 1,327,935 FIRE DISTRICT #2: General: Quilcene 341,755,310 6,255,947 FIRE DISTRICT #3: General: Port Ludlow Shine 967,275,244 2,390,991 FIRE DISTRICT #3: M & O: Port Ludlow Shine 961,035,378 2,390,991 FIRE DISTRICT #4: General: Brinnon 262,349,935 14,656,929 FIRE DISTRICT #5: General: Discovery Bay 71,337,705 1,945,395 FIRE DISTRICT #7: General: Clearwater 2,820,216 4,538 CLALLAM-JEFFERSON FIRE DISTRICT #8: General: Gardiner 61,143,725 72,911 CLALLAM-JEFFERSON FIRE DISTRICT #9: General: Forks 2,656,385 338,750 EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES: CITY OF P.T. E.M.S.: General Port Townsend 1,340,801,391 7,403 FIRE DIST #1 E.M.S.: General: Kala Point Chimacum Cape George 1,513,365,960 3,750,737 FIRE DIST #3 E.M.S.: General: Port Ludlow Shine 969,528,276 6,686,753 FIRE DIST #4 E.M.S.: General: Brinnon 263,501,383 17,542,779 FIRE DIST #5 E.M.S.: General: Discovery Bay 73,166,186 6,111,460 CLALLAM-JEFFERSON FIRE DISTRICT #8 E.M.S.: General: Gardiner 61,429,193 381,791 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 513 May 2017 TAXING DISTRICT REAL/PERSONAL PROPERTY A.V. TIMBER A.V. CEMETERY DISTRICTS: CEMETERY DISTRICT #1: General Brinnon 262,165,894 4,088,973 CEMETERY DISTRICT #2: General Quilcene 335,083,542 18,600,196 CEMETERY DISTRICT #3: General Gardiner 61,396,775 282,632 PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT #1: Operating Levy 160,298,749 4,040,939 PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT #2: Operating Levy 263,501,383 17,542,779 FLOOD ZONES: FLOOD ZONE #1 (Dosewallips River watershed): General 30,399,696 FLOOD ZONE #2 (Big Quilcene River watershed): General 24,819,214 FLOOD ZONE #3 (Little Quilcene River watershed): General 65,154,613 WATER DISTRICTS: WATER DISTRICT #1: General 22,614,255 WATER DISTRICT #2: General 3,756,092 STATE FOREST PROTECTION ASSESSMENT: Fire Patrol F.P. TOTAL = $194,738.73 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 514 May 2017 Critical Facility Categories (Repeated from the Port Townsend Section) Critical Facility Categories Critical facilities are any facility or combination of facilities that if severely damaged or destroyed would cause significant risk to: Public Health and Safety, Economic vitality, or the environment. The facilities listed here are for both the city and the county. Emergency Service Centers (Fire, police, 911 PSAP) Six City/County Fire Districts JCFD1 - dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue JCFD2 - dba Quilcene Volunteer Fire Department JCFD3 - dba Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue JCFD4 - dba Brinnon Fire Department JCFD5 – dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department JCFD6 - Merged into JCFD1; no longer exists as a stand-alone department. JCFD7 - Clearwater Port Townsend Fire Department has been absorbed by Jefferson County Fire District 1, which is doing business as East Jefferson Fire & Rescue. JCFD8 – contracted to Clallam County Fire District 3 for service to Gardner area. Three Sheriff’s Office Facilities: Port Hadlock, Quilcene, Clearwater. One Police Department Headquarters Station: Port Townsend Primary 911 PSAP - 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock Back-up 911 PSAP - 701 Harrison St, Port Townsend Emergency Operations Center Primary EOC - 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock Alternate EOC - 701 Harrison St, Port Townsend City Command Center - 701 Harrison St, Port Townsend Back-up City Command Center - Port Townsend Library Public Works Facility County Road Maintenance - Port Hadlock County Road Shops - Quilcene Shop; Brinnon Shop; Clearwater Shop. Hazardous Materials Facility - See SARA Title III List Hospital Jefferson General Hospital, 834 Sheridan, Port Townsend Nursing Home / Rehabilitation Center Life Care Center of Port Townsend, 751 Kearney St, Port Townsend Critical Community Employer Port Townsend Paper Company Naval Magazine Indian Island County Government (Courthouse) City Government (City Hall) Port of Port Townsend Library Jefferson County Library System Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 515 May 2017 Port Townsend Library School Chimacum School District Quilcene School District Brinnon School District Port Townsend School District Queets / Clearwater School District Quillayute Valley School District Transportation Facility Jefferson Transit Authority Washington Ferry System Key Transportation/Evacuation Routes Hood Canal Bridge (Highway 104 E) Discovery Bay (Highway 101 W) Duckabush River Bridger (Highway 101 S) Utilities Facilities Kearney St Substation (JPUD) Discovery Bay Substation (JPUD) City Water Distribution System (Lords Lake Dam Complex) City Wastewater Treatment Facility (China Lake) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 516 May 2017 Jefferson County Sheriff Department Critical Facilities (Owned by District): 1. Sheriff’s Admin Building, 78 Elkins Rd approximate value: $3,055,000 Equipment: Apparatus $550,000 Contents $251,000 Value of Area Served: $5,105,510,157 Outline of Area Served: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office serves all of Jefferson County, serving a permanent population of more than 29,542. The City of Port Townsend is the County Seat, located on the most northern tip of East Jefferson County. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: The response rate of the Sheriff’s Department continues to grow at moderate levels with crime rates escalating. Serving an aging population base and a high tourist area the calls for service have increased dramatically and will continue to do so. Natural Hazard Event History NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date - Total Public Damage Earthquake 02/28/2001 – Minor Damage Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake 2. Local Severe Storms (Wind) 3. Flood Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 517 May 2017 Existing Applicable Natural Hazard Mitigation Policies, Ordinances, and Codes 1. Not Applicable Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-3 Public Education through the Citizen’s Academy Program PTPD & Sheriff Budget/Grant Annual ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment, and OPSCAN Program. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all Fire Districts including PTFD. Completed 2007 - 2009 Short-Term Existing Applicable Hazard Mitigation Associated Plans and/or Documents 1. Refer to Jefferson County Codes and Comprehensive Plans. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 518 May 2017 Jefferson County Corrections and Emergency Operations Center Critical Facilities (Owned by District): 1. Corrections Facility approximate value: $2,955,929 2 JeffCom 9-1-1 and Emergency Operations Center approximate value: $413,718 Equipment: Apparatus (See Jefferson County Vehicle Schedule.) $0 Contents $386,833 Value of Area Served: $5,105,510,157 Outline of Area Served: JeffCom 911 and the Emergency Operations Center are to be co-housed in a new building at 81 Elkins road in the Sheriffs complex. The physical boundary of the County remains the current service area. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: The aging of the county population, increased build out in unincorporated areas of the county, increasing incidence of illegal drug labs, and the heightened risk of terrorism all combine to increase the call rate for JeffCom 911, and the need for increased involvement of Emergency Management Services. Natural Hazard Event History NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date - Total Public Damage Earthquake 02/28/2001 – Minor Damage Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake 2. Local Severe Storms (Wind) 3. Flood Existing Applicable Natural Hazard Mitigation Policies, Ordinances, and Codes 1. Not Applicable Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 519 May 2017 Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-MH-5* Build new dispatch and EOC center. JeffCom 911 & Jefferson DEM Completed 2005 Summer 2004 ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment, and OPSCAN Program. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all Fire Districts including PTFD. Completed 2007 - 2009 Short-Term Existing Applicable Hazard Mitigation Associated Plans and/or Documents 1. Refer to Jefferson County Codes and Comprehensive Plans. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 520 May 2017 Jefferson County Local Hazard Assessment (Maps) The following maps are intended to portray the local hazard assessments for Jefferson County graphically. “Critical Area” maps have already been shown in Section II. These are new maps which address natural hazard issues in unincorporated population centers within the County. The Land Use maps are for representational use only since the originals may have been amended since these were created. 1. Comprehensive Plan / Zoning - Jefferson County 2. Brinnon Population Density 3. Brinnon Land Use 4. Brinnon Landslide, Erosion, and Seismic Hazards 5. Brinnon Frequently Flooded 6. Marrowstone Island Salt Water Intrusion 7. Seawater Intrusion Protection Zones 8. Wawa Point - Environmentally Sensitive & Frequently Flooded Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 521 May 2017 1. Jefferson County - Comprehensive Plan I Zoning Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 522 May 2017 2. BRINNON POPULATION DENSITY Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 523 May 2017 3. Brinnon Comprehensive Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 524 May 2017 4. Brinnon Landslide, Erosion, and Seismic Hazards Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 525 May 2017 5. Brinnon Frequently Flooded Areas Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 526 May 2017 6. Marrowstone Island Salt Water Intrusion Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 527 May 2017 7. Seawater Intrusion Protection Zones Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 528 May 2017 8. Wawa Point -Frequently Flooded Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 529 May 2017 Jefferson County - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-O* Adopt and Participate in the 2016 Jefferson County - City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan as official plan. Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 2014 PDM Sept 2016 OG-MH-1 Identify and pursue funding opportunities to develop and implement local and county mitigation activities. Jefferson County, City of Port Townsend and all Special Districts City of Port Townsend and Jefferson County Ongoing OG-MH-2 Identify, improve, and sustain collaborative programs focusing on the real estate and insurance industries, public and private sector organizations, and individuals to avoid activity that increases risk to natural hazards. Team Jefferson, Jefferson County Realtor Association Jefferson County Ongoing OG-MH-3 Educate the citizenry in the role of the 1st Responder through Citizen’s Police Academy. PTPD / JCSO Departmental Budgets Annually from Feb to April OG-MH-4* Train personnel on how to react in a natural disaster. JCDEM Departmental Budget / Ad hoc grants. Ongoing ST-MH-1 Establish a formal role for the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Advisory Committee to develop a sustainable process for implementing, monitoring, and evaluating countywide mitigation activities. Hazard Mitigation Advisory Committee Jefferson County ST-MH-2 Integrate goals and action items from the Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan into existing regulatory documents and programs where appropriate. Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners, Planning Commission and DCD Jefferson County departmental budgets Ongoing ST-MH-3 Develop public and private partnerships to foster natural hazard mitigation program coordination in Jefferson County DEM Departmental budget Ongoing ST-MH-5* Build new 911 Dispatch Center and new Emergency Operation Center Completed Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 530 May 2017 Jefferson County - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-MH-6 Develop inventories of at-risk buildings and infrastructure and prioritize mitigation projects. DEM, DSD, DCD and GIS ST-MH-7 Evaluate and integrate citizen ideas into planning and implementation efforts. Jefferson County, City of Port Townsend, DSD and DCD Jefferson County and City of Port Townsend Ongoing ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase, development of procedures and use of communications equipment, and OPSCAN lst-Responder back bone. JeffCom 911, DEM, PTPD, JCSO, All Fire Districts Jefferson County Short-term Completed LT-MH-1* Strengthen emergency services preparedness and Long-Term response by linking emergency services with natural Multi-Hazard hazard mitigation programs, and enhancing public education on a regional scale. DEM, DSD, DCD City and County departmental budgets Short-term Ongoing LT-MH-2 Develop, enhance, and implement education programs aimed at mitigating natural hazards, and reducing the risk to citizens, public agencies, private property owners, businesses and schools. DEM, DSD, DCD City and County departmental budgets Long-term LT-MH-3 Use technical knowledge of natural ecosystems and events to link natural resource management and land use organizations to mitigation activities and technical assistance. DCD, DSD City and County departmental budgets Long-term ST-EQ-1 Integrate new earthquake mapping data and improve technical analysis of earthquake hazards. USGS, GIS USGS and County departmental budget Short-term LT-EQ-1 Identify funding sources for structural and nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. DEM Jefferson County Ongoing LT-EQ-2* Participate in Cascadia Rising Exercise (CRX) – Multi-state, Multi-jurisdictional earthquake response exercise predicated on the Cascadia Subduction Zone producing a 9.0+ magnitude event. Federal, State, County and City are all part of CRX. JCDEM is lead agency for Jefferson County. NONE! At the County level. 2014 – 2016; CRX 6/6 – 6/10; AAR by 9/30/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 531 May 2017 Jefferson County - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-EQ-3 Encourage seismic strength evaluations of critical facilities in the County to identify vulnerabilities for mitigation. Jefferson County Facilities Jefferson County Ongoing LT-EQ-4 Encourage reduction of nonstructural and structural hazards in homes, schools, business, and government offices. City and County government City and County Long-term ST-FL-1 Analyze each repetitive flood property within Jefferson County and identify feasible mitigation options. FEMA, DCD, DSD City and County Ongoing ST-FL-2 Recommend revisions to standards required for development occurring within the floodplain, where appropriate. FEMA, DCD, DSD City and County Ongoing ST-FL-3* Develop better flood warning systems. DEM Jefferson County Short-term; Adapted AHAB system for flood in addition to tsunami. 2007. LT-FL-1* Enhance data and mapping for floodplain information within the County, and identify and map flood- prone areas outside of designated floodplains. FEMA, GIS FEMA, Jefferson County Long-term; FEMA updated FIRMS draft released Feb. 2016. Due 2017. LT-FL-2 Encourage development of acquisition and management strategies to preserve open space for flood mitigation, fish habitat, and water quality in the floodplain. City of Port Townsend, Jefferson County, Jefferson County Land Trust, Salmon Recovery Office Jefferson County government, Washington State Ongoing LT-FL-3 Identify surface water drainage obstructions for all parts of unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County Public Works Jefferson County Long-term LT-FL-4 Establish a framework to compile and coordinate surface water management plans and data throughout the county. Jefferson County Public Works Jefferson County Long-term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 532 May 2017 Jefferson County - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-FL-6 Coordinate with Fish & Wildlife to develop Hoh River mitigation plan. Jefferson County Public Works Jefferson County Long-term; Mitigation efforts underway. 2008-2009. ST-LS-1 Improve knowledge of landslide hazard areas and understanding of vulnerability and risk to life and property in hazard- prone areas. DCD Jefferson County departmental budget Ongoing ST-LS-2 Identify safe evacuation routes in high- risk debris flow and landslide areas. DEM Jefferson County Short-term LT-LS-1 Evaluate current landslide warning systems to ensure effectiveness and efficiency and increase coordination between local jurisdictions. DEM Jefferson County Long-term LT-LS-2 Limit activities in identified potential and historical landslide areas through regulation and public outreach. DCD Jefferson County departmental budget Ongoing LT-LS-3* Relocate Undie Road to prevent further destruction of the road by landslides. County Public Works Long-Term – Seeking Funding Help from FEMA & Highway Dept. Long-Term – contingent on funding help. ST-WS-1 Enhance strategies for debris management for severe winter storm events. DEM, Jefferson County Public Works Jefferson County Ongoing ST-WS-2 Develop and implement programs to identify and remove hazard trees located in public right-of-way to reduce potential danger to lives, property, and public infrastructure during windstorms events. Puget Sound Energy Budget ST-WS-3 Map and publicize locations around the county that have the highest incidence of extreme storms. DEM Jefferson County Short-term LT-WS-1* Develop and implement programs to coordinate maintenance and mitigation activities to reduce risk to public infrastructure from severe winter storms. Public Works Jefferson County Long-term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 533 May 2017 Jefferson County - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-WS-2 Increase public awareness of severe winter storm mitigation activities. DEM Jefferson County Long-term LT-WS-3* Enhance Courthouse clock tower to be able to withstand 70-knot winds. Completed Complete 2007. LT-WS-4* Support/encourage electrical utilities in mitigation activities to reduce power outages from storms. DEM, PUD#1 PUD#1 Long-term; PUD has volunteer agency rep on the Incident Management Team. ST-VO-1 Find ash fall models that are specific to Jefferson County. DEM Jefferson County ST-WF-1 Enhance Emergency Services to increase efficiency of wildfire response and recovery activities. DEM, JC Fire Districts Jefferson County ST-WF-2 Educate district personnel on federal cost-share and grant programs, Fire Protection agreements, etc. so that full array of assistance to local agencies is understood. DEM, JC Fire Districts Jefferson County, Jefferson County Fire Districts LT-WF-1 Encourage development and dissemination of maps relating to the fire hazard to help educate and assist builders and homeowners in being engaged in wildfire mitigation activities, and to help guide emergency services during response. East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Budget LT-WF-2 Enhance outreach and education programs aimed at mitigating wildfire hazards and reducing or preventing the exposure of citizens, public agencies, private property owners, and businesses to natural hazards. JC Fire Districts JC Fire Districts Long-term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 534 May 2017 Jefferson County - Mitigation Strategies Activity ID Mitigation Activity Description Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-WF-3 Increase communication, coordination, and collaboration between wildland/urban interface property owners, local and county planners, and fire prevention crews and officials to address risks, existing mitigation measures, and federal assistance. City and County City and County Long-term Completed Mitigation: Jefferson County mapped the Channel Migration Zones (CMZ) for the Hoh River, Big Quilcene River, Dosewallips River and Duckabush River and adopted protection standards in JCC 18.22 to reduce the risk of property damage. Jefferson County adopted the Duckabush and Dosewallips Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan on August 10, 2009 for the purpose of evaluating and reducing flooding risks from the two river systems. Jefferson County is giving the Hoh River Road to the Olympic National Park. This road is a repetitive damage structure and the county does not have the resources to continuously repair or find a permanent solution to the damages. 2009. Hoh Tribe of Indians has acquired land through swaps with the Olympic National Forest and through purchases from private entities to allow them to move their public facilities out of a frequently flooded area. Relocation is underway in 2009. Project to relocate the Dowans Creek road. 2008 event that to time to acquire permits and rights of way. Completed in 2015 due to the length of time to get permits and acquire rights-of-way. Seismic retrofit of Courthouse Clock Tower. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 535 May 2017 Special Purpose Districts Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 536 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 537 May 2017 Port Ludlow Drainage District (Opt Out – 2015) District Profile (as of 2009) Miles of Ditches: 15 Miles Value of Ditches: $1,600,000 Number of Catch Basins: 65 Value of Catch Basins: $130,000 Number if Detention Systems: 1 Value of Detention Systems: $100,000 Value of Area Served: *includes facilities in Jefferson County Public rights-of-way. $1,820,000 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): 1. N/A Approximate Value: Outline of Area Served: North Bay development of Port Ludlow. Comprises the area north and west of Port Ludlow Bay. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Upgrading of the existing facilities. Natural Hazard Event History NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975 – PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Damage Rain on snow / runoff 1996 No Value Documented Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 538 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earth Movement - quake or slides, especially at coastal bluffs. 2. Large Precipitation / runoff events; localized flooding and erosion. Existing Applicable Natural Hazard Mitigation Policies, Ordinances, and Codes 1. Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) Jefferson County/City of PT Disaster Plan (2009) 2. Jefferson County Unified Development Code Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-EQ-13* Upgrade existing drainage facilities to withstand earthquakes. PLDD – Opted Out in 2015. DHS Grants Long-term LT-FL-7* Upgrade drainage conveyance to handle 100-year flood event. Port Ludlow Drainage District (Opted Out – 2016) Grants Long-Term Existing Applicable Hazard Mitigation Associated Plans and/or Documents 1. Same as above Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 571 May 2017 Jefferson County – JeffCom 9-1-1 (NEW) District Profile JeffCom 9-1-1 Communications provides emergency 911 services for Jefferson County, and emergency dispatch services for the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, Port Townsend PD, East Jefferson Fire Rescue, Quilcene Fire Department, Port Ludlow Fire Rescue, Brinnon Fire Department and the Discovery Bay Fire Department. Contact: JeffCom 9-1-1 Communications 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 360-344-9779 phone Email: Director Karl Hatton: khatton@jcpsn.us (Hazard Mitigation Plan Liaison) Mission: To provide 9-1-1 services and public safety radio communications with a professional, courteous, and well trained staff that consistently does the right thing at the right time for the right reason. Source: JeffCom 911 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 572 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Equipment: Facility Location Value Radio Tower, Lawrence St. Building Contents $800,000 $200,000 Radio Tower, 20th St Building Contents $800,000 $200,000 Dispatch Center Building Contents $0 $1,000,000 Radio Tower, Elkins Road Building Contents $0 $200,000 Radio Tower, Coyle Road Building Contents $800,000 $200,000 Radio Equipment / Shelter 47.33’ 41.0” N 122.48’ 30.3” W Building Contents $300,000 $200,000 Radio Equipment / Shelter 47.00’ 57.0” N 122.55’ 35.3” W Building Contents $800,000 $200,000 Radio Equipment / Shelter 47.54’ 10.3” N 122.40’ 01.1” W Building Contents $300,000 $200,000 IT Office, Elkins Road Building Contents $50,000 $100,000 Radio Tower, Morgan Hill Building Contents $50,000 $10,000 Radio Tower, Teal Lake Building Contents $0 $200,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 573 May 2017 Total Value: Building Contents $3,900,000 $2,910,000 Value of Area Served: Source: Jefferson County Assessor $4,639,984,525 Outline of Area Served: JeffCom 911 and the Emergency Operations Center are co-housed in a new building at 81 Elkins road in the Sheriff’s complex. The physical boundary of the County remains the current service area. Jefferson County is shown in red in the map to the right. Source: Generic map from Internet Current and Anticipated Service Trends: The aging of the county population, increased build out in unincorporated areas of the county, increasing incidence of illegal drug labs, and the heightened risk of terrorism all combine to increase the call rate for JeffCom 911, and the need for increased involvement of Emergency Management Services. __________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how JeffCom integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that JeffCom is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, JeffCom Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 574 May 2017 Policies and Plans: • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • JeffCom Board of Directors • Fire District Officers • Emergency Management Director • Police Chief, Sheriff, City and County elected officials • Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Issue Bonds • 9-1-1 Tax on Phone Service • Annual Operating Budget • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants Community Outreach Programs • Grant Street Elementary Public Safety Fair • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: jeffcom911.us • Facebook PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 828) for proof that JeffCom 9-1-1 has adopted this Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 575 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Minor Damage *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Severe Storms (Wind) – See “Damaging Winds” topic (pp. 115 – 118). 3. Flood – See “Flood” topic (pp. 159 – 180). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 576 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-EQ-16* Continue hardening and upgrading infrastructure at tower sites JeffCom 911 DHS Grants / Budget Short-Term ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all fire districts. DHS Grants / Budget Completed 2009 NEW* Regionalization of 9-1-1 Services. JeffCom 911 Under Study – Probably Budget Not Yet Determined NEW* Replacement of Uninterruptible Power Supply at JeffCom PSAP. JeffCom 911 Capital Budget Within 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 577 May 2017 Jefferson County Hospital District No 1 (Opt Out - 2009) Hospital District No. 1 is not participating due to its small size. While geographically large, it has no significant assets of its own to which to apply mitigation activities. District Profile (as of 2009) Jefferson County Hospital District No 1 (Forks) is served by Clallam Public Hospital District No.1 Forks Community Hospital Member Western Washington Rural Health Care Collaborative (WWRHCC)3 Source:www.mrsc.org Critical Facility Address None Owned; Contract arrangement with Forks Hospital. $000,000,000 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $0 Total $000,000,000 Facility Address $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $ - Total - $000,000,000 Grand Total - $000,000,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 578 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 579 May 2017 Jefferson County Hospital District No 2 dba Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center (JHMC) District Profile Jefferson Healthcare is a DNV accredited, fully integrated health care system. The hospital is a 25-bed, critical access care hospital that has complete coverage by 24 hour hospitalists, has top rated surgical services and includes an emergency room, lab services, swing bed unit, the latest in digital imaging and comprehensive array of physical, speech and occupational rehabilitation therapies. Jefferson Health Services Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center 834 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Mike Glenn, Chief Executive Officer (360) 385-2200 ext. 2000 mglenn@jeffersonhealthcare.org Bill Hunt, Emergency Management Coordinator, bhunt@jgh.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Vision: Jefferson Healthcare will be the community’s first choice for quality health care by providing exceptional patient care to every person we serve. • delivering the safest, highest quality care of any health care organization in our region; • providing leadership to improve the health, wellness and vitality of our community; • championing an engaged workforce by inspiring professional excellence and personal commitment to the success of our organization; and • demonstrating fiscal stewardship and thoughtful decision making to provide sustainable, high value care. Mission: Working together to serve our community with personalized care and medical excellence. Source: www.jeffersonhealthcare.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 580 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Name Location Value Jefferson General Hospital Complex 834 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, Wa 98368 $34,540,000 Jefferson Healthcare Internal, Pediatrics and Primary Care 915 Sheridan Street Port Townsend, Wa 98368 $3,352,600 Equipment: Apparatus* Included in building values. Contents* Included in building values. Grand Total: $37,892,60 0 Value of Area Served: $4,610,454,953 Outline of Area Served: The physical boundary of the County remains the current service area. Jefferson County is shown in red in the map to the right. Source: Generic map from Internet Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 581 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how JHMC integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that it is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, JHMC Officers, Emergency Management Department and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code • Interlocal Agreements • ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System • Accreditation by DNV • Accreditation by American College of Radiology (ACR) • Accreditation by American College of Pathologists (CAP) Plans and Policies: • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan • 2015 – 2016 Strategic Plan • Medical Record Policies • Social Media Policies • Management Policies Resources: • Hospital District Board of Commissioners • Hospital District Officers • Washington State Hospital Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transport Fees • Annual Operating Budget • Capital Project Budget • Jefferson Healthcare Foundation • Jefferson Healthcare Hospital Auxiliary • Jefferson Healthcare Hospice Foundation • FEMA Grants Community Outreach Programs • Grant Street Elementary Public Safety Fair Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 582 May 2017 • Port Ludlow Safety Fair • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: jgh.org • Facebook PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 830) for proof that Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 583 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Fire – See “Wildland / Forest / Urban Interface” topic (pp. 265 – 277). 3. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-WS-5* Replace windows on Jefferson General Hospital to withstand severe storm. Commissioners Grants / Budget Summer 2005 Done LT-EQ-10* Increase Emergency Food Supply for staff and patients to at least 72 hours. Commissioners Grants / Budget Summer 2005 Done LT-EQ-11* Increase Emergency Water Supply capacity to meet 72 hr standard for emergency operations. Commissioners Grants / Budget Not Yet Competed Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 584 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-MH-9* Increase our fuel supply for our generators to 72 hours and improve storage accessibility. Commissioners Grants / Budget Target: December 31, 2016 ST-MH-10* Plan for Emergency Specialty Services Building power generation and generator fuel supply. Commissioners Grants / Budget Target: December 31, 2016 NEW* Phase 4 Build-out of the Emergency Services Building Hospital Administration Budget / Foundation/ Grants Target: February 2017 NEW* Replace Port Ludlow Clinic with New Building. Lisa Holt, MSN, MS, RN, Chief Ancillary Officer Budget / Foundation/ Grants Target: Spring 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 585 May 2017 Jefferson County Library District dba Jefferson County Library (JCL) District Profile Jefferson County Library is a lifelong learning institution that equips people with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in our rapidly changing society. We meet essential educational and cultural needs in our rural County where limited resources are available. As a recognized essential community asset, we intend, through our strategic focuses, to develop innovative approaches to address important community issues and needs. We will measure our impact and progress with both data collection and analysis and through the use of outcome based evaluation tools. Finances Jefferson County Library is a junior taxing district that includes all of Jefferson County except the City of Port Townsend. The majority of our funding is derived from property tax. In 2016, revenues totaled $1,972,083 and operating expenditures totaled $1,893,515. Surplus revenue is reserved to support future cash flow, operations, capital projects and other funding needs. Meredith Wagner Director, Public Records Officer Jefferson County Library 620 Cedar Avenue Port Hadlock, WA 98339 Phone: (360) 385-6544 (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Mission Statement: To provide all residents of the District with free and equal access to the diversity of publicly available ideas and information. The library will accomplish this mission by effectively providing open and non-judgmental access to its resources and services without regard to race, citizenship, age, sex, handicap, creed, educational level, economic status or any other qualifying condition. The library will strive to identify the current and future needs and interests of the District and the individuals within it. Source; www.jclibrary.info Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 586 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Facility Designation Facility Location Value Library Building 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA (360) 385-6544 $3,700,000 Non-Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Library Garage 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA $83,600 Equipment: Volumes $1,500,000 Library Contents $750,000 Garage Contents $8,000 Value of Area Served: $3,299,734,810 Outline of Area Served: The physical boundary of the County remains the current service area. Jefferson County is shown in red in the map to the right. Source: Generic map from Internet Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 587 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how JCL integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that JCL is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, JCL Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Jefferson County Code Plans and Policies: • 2017 – 2020 JCPL Strategic Plan • 5-Year Facilities Plan • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016 Resources: • Jefferson County Library District Board of Trustees • JCL District Officers • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • County Levies • Authority to Issue Bonds • Operating Budget • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants Community Outreach Programs • Jefferson County Fair • Website: jclibrary.info • Facebook Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 588 May 2017 PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 831) for proof that the Jefferson County Library has adopted this Plan. The library’s Strategic Plan was developed in 2016, based on a year-long effort guided by the Board of Trustees and staff. The process included meetings with community stakeholders, community officials and staff, an environmental scan of library resources and services, local assessment data, and exploration of trends impacting public libraries across the country. The plan includes strategic focus areas to guide our work over the next three years. As an anchor for our communities, we will focus our efforts on ways to optimize the intersection of our library facilities with that of public transportation, land use and community planning, including hazard mitigation. Community engagement, cooperation with regional infrastructure improvements, and sound environmental and financial planning will be used to ensure that our physical spaces meet the needs of our residents HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Severe Local Storm Periodic None Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 589 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Volcanic Action – See “Volcano Event / Ash Fall” topic (pp. 253 – 264). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-EQ-2 Structural bracing of shelving Library Staff, Board of Trustees Grant funding; Annual Budget; other sources as available Short Term LT-EQ-17* Expansion of the Library will allow the opportunity to seismically retrofit existing facilities. Jefferson County Library Grants – both federal and commercial Long Term – No immediate date Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 590 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 591 May 2017 Port of Port Townsend (Port of PT) District Profile The Port of Port Townsend is located on the northeast corner of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula, one of the nation’s best maritime destinations. Whether you are visiting our classic Victorian seaport for the first time as a tourist, are here for business, or have lived here for years, we are here to provide the services you need. From our offices at the Point Hudson Marina in Port Townsend, we own and operate a diverse group of facilities, including: • Three marinas (two in Port Townsend, one in Quilcene) • A marine trades industrial area at the Port Townsend Boat Haven • Jefferson County International Airport • An RV park at Point Hudson Marina • Boat launches at several sites around eastern Jefferson County • Union Wharf and City Dock in downtown Port Townsend The Port of Port Townsend was established under the Washington State laws of 1911 by election on November 4, 1924. The port district includes all of Jefferson County and continues to operate as a municipal corporation under Title 53 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW). Throughout the ups and downs of the local economy, the buildings and homes of the town’s first boom remained intact. In 1976, after years of hard work, the waterfront district and the residential area on the bluff were designated a National Historic District, and Port Townsend is today recognized as one of only three Victorian Seaports on the National Register of Historic Places. Source: enjoypt.com Executive Director: Sam Gibboney, Sam Gibboney Port of Port Townsend Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1180, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Administration/Finance Office/Lost & Found: 2701 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-0656 Director of Operations & Business Development: Greg Englin Greg Englin (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Our mission: to serve the citizens of Jefferson County by responsibly maintaining and developing property and facilities to promote sustainable economic growth, to provide community access to Port facilities and services, and to protect and maintain our community resources and maritime heritage. Source: www.portofpt.com Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 592 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Facility Designation Facility Location Value Administrative / Finance Offices 2701 Jefferson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-0656 $3,000,000 Jefferson County International Airport Airport Cutoff Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-0656 $9,600,000 Port Townsend Boat Haven 2601 Washington Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2355 $30 million Herb Beck Marina / Quilcene Boat Haven 1731 Linger Longer Road Quilcene, WA 98376 (360) 765-3131 $5,000,000 Point Hudson Marina & RV Park 103 Hudson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2828 $5,000,000 Equipment: Apparatus Contents Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Outline of Area Served: The physical boundary of the County remains the current service area. Jefferson County is shown in red in the map to the right. Source: Generic map from Internet Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 593 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how the Port of PT integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that the Port is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, the Port Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Title 53 of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) • State of Washington Boatyard General Permit (08/08/2016) • Omnibus Mutual Aid Agreement with Washington Public Ports Association (2014) • 2014-2015 WA State Auditor’s Office Financial Statements Audit Report • 2014-2015 WA State Accountability Audit Report • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code Plans and Policies: • Capital Repair & Replacement Plan, 2016-2021 • FAA Capital Improvement Plan • WSDOT SLIP • Comprehensive Scheme of Harbor Improvements Update, Adopted 12/23/13 • Port of Port Townsend Strategic Plan • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • Port of Port Townsend Board of Commissioners • Port of Port Townsend District Officers • Port Townsend Marine Trades Association • Washington Public Ports Association • USCG Navigation Center Fiscal Capabilities: • Junior Taxing District Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 594 May 2017 • Authority to Issue Bonds • Industrial Development Revenue Bonds • Annual Operating Budget • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants Community Outreach Programs • Jefferson County Fair • Website: portofpt.com • Facebook PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 832) for proof that the Port of Port Townsend has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Natural Hazard Events will be listed by facility, which have been separately profiled. *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 595 May 2017 Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures will be presented with the facility to which they pertain. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 596 May 2017 Port of Port Townsend (Jefferson County International Airport) Facility Profile The Jefferson County International Airport consists of 361 acres zoned, zoned as an “Essential Public Facility.” Critical components of the facility include: • Runway and Taxiway & associated infrastructure; • Fuel Facility; and • All Weather Observation System (AWOS). Jefferson County International Airport is located approximately four miles southwest of Port Townsend, between State Routes 19 and 20, with the driving entrance from Route 19. This general aviation airport has a single 3,000-foot east-west runway. Source: http://portofpt.com/air-services/jefferson-county- international-airport/ Source: www.portofpt.com Executive Director: Sam Gibboney Port of Port Townsend Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1180, Port Townsend, WA 98368 Administration/Finance Office/Lost & Found: 2701 Jefferson Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-0656 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Facility Designation Facility Location Value Jefferson County International Airport Airport Cutoff Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-0656 $9,600,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 597 May 2017 Equipment: Contents Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Outline of Area Served: The physical boundary of the County is the current service area. Jefferson County is shown in red in the map to the right. Source: Generic map from Internet Current and Anticipated Service Trends: The forecasts presented here will be used to assess the existing airport facilities to meet the projected demand, to aid development of alternatives that alleviate any noted deficiencies, and to guide preparation of the plan and program of future airport development. In other words, the aviation forecasts are the foundation from which future plans will be developed and implementation decisions will be made. It should be noted that the forecasts contained in the 2004 MP Update were based on growth assumptions deemed appropriate at the time. Airport facility improvements will only be implemented when actual demand is realized and necessary, not on planning level estimates based on calendar years. Source: JCIA Master Plan Update, p. B4 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 598 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION The Jefferson County International Airport is owned and operated by the Port of Port Townsend and has been designated by Jefferson County as an Essential Public Facility in accordance with the provisions of the Washington State Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A RCW). In 2001, the Port initiated a planning process, as specified in the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, to update the Master Plan for the airport. This updated Master Plan, prepared in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) requirements, the provisions of the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan, and the Washington State Growth Management Act (GMA) provides direction and guidance regarding future airport development priorities. In the future, it will provide a foundation for a sub-area plan to be incorporated into the County Comprehensive Plan. Source: http://portofpt.com/air-services/jcia-master-plan/ Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Washington State Growth Management Act (Chapter 36.70A RCW) • WSDOT Aviation Division Policy Standards • FAA Design Standards • Jefferson County Code • Federal Aviation Administration Requirements Plans and Policies: • AWOS Benefit-Cost Analysis (Reid Middleton, Feb 2014) • JCIA-Eco-Industrial Park Feasibility Study – August 2011 • Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • JCIA Master Plan Update • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • See Port of Port Townsend Fiscal Capabilities: • See Port of Port Townsend Community Outreach Programs • See Port of Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 599 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Severe Local Storm – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 3. Wildland Fire – See “Wildland / Forest / Urban Interface” topic (pp. 265 – 277). (Note: there is routine mowing & clearing reduce fuel to reduce risk of fire spreading from nearby forest. 4. Tsunami – See “Tsunami & Seiche” topic (pp. 233 – 252). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 600 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-5 Educate employees about potential hazards and develop Emergency Response Plan. Port Staff Port General Fund Ongoing OG-MH-6* Regularly review CIP to include newly identified mitigation projects. Port Management N/A Annual – Latest revision 2015; Prioritization in January 2016. LT-EQ-18* Enhance fire station 6-2 seismically. Port Management Port CIP New CIP being developed. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 601 May 2017 Port of Port Townsend (Port Townsend Boat Haven) Facility Profile Located on the northeast corner of the Olympic Peninsula in historic Port Townsend, on the primary route to the San Juan Islands, this modern full service marina has an abundant supply of guest moorage. Home to 475 commercial and recreational vessels and more than sixty marine trades businesses, the Boat Haven provides more than 6,000 overnight guest moorage accommodations for visiting boats every year. (Maximum vessel length is 100′.) The Port Townsend Boat Haven.is 62 acres, zoned as MII(A). It contains the following critical components: • Breakwater; • Travel-Lift Piers; • Marina Offices; • U.S.C.G. Facility; and • Fueling System. Utilities / Improvements include: electricity, water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, communications, fueling, floats, breakwater, washdown system, launch ramp, paving, and hazardous waste collection facility. Source: http://portofpt.com/marine-services/marinas/ Source: www.portofpt.com Port Townsend Boat Haven: 2601 Washington Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2355 48° 6.389′ N, 122° 46.257′ W Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Facility Designation Facility Location Value Port Townsend Boat Haven 2601 Washington Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2355 $30 million Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 602 May 2017 Equipment: Apparatus Contents Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Outline of Area Served: The Boat Haven is located just to the west of the main part of downtown Port Townsend, on the north shore of Port Townsend Bay, just over a mile from Point Hudson. The entrance is at the southeast corner of the marina. Pass the Coast Guard station and tie up on the west side of the fuel/registration dock. The location of the Port Townsend Boat Haven is shown at right: Source: Generic map from Internet Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION The Port Townsend Boat Yard (Boat Haven) is owned and operated by the Port of Port Townsend. On December 5, 1927, a delegation representing the Port Townsend Chamber of Commerce urged the Port Commission to develop a boat harbor. Local citizens had been advocating the building of a small harbor to better accommodate small boats and fishing vessels for several years. In response Mr. E. Gribble, manager of the Port of Olympia, was hired as an engineer to study the bay and determine the most suitable site for the new harbor. On March 18, 1931, the proposal for building the new harbor submitted by the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company was accepted, and the first pile was soon driven into the bottom of Port Townsend Bay. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 603 May 2017 Throughout the ups and downs of the local economy, the buildings and homes of the town’s first boom remained intact. In 1976, after years of hard work, the waterfront district and the residential area on the bluff were designated a National Historic District, and Port Townsend is today recognized as one of only three Victorian Seaports on the National Register of Historic Places. See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how EJFR integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • State of Washington’s Boatyard General Permit, effective August 8, 2016 • Jefferson County Code Plans and Policies: • See Port of Port Townsend • Port of Port Townsend Capital Improvement Plan Resources: • See Port of Port Townsend Fiscal Capabilities: • See Port of Port Townsend Community Outreach Programs • See Port of Port Townsend Port Townsend Boat Haven Source: Generic Internet Maps Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 604 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Severe Winter Storm December 1990 $20,000 Severe Winter Storm December 2007 $80,000 *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Severe Local Storm – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Tsunami / Seiche – See “Tsunami & Seiche” topic (pp. 233 – 252). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 605 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-5 Educate employees about potential hazards and develop Emergency Response Plans Senior Management Operating & Capital Budget Ongoing OG-MH-6* Regularly review CIP to include newly identified mitigation projects Senior Management Operating & Capital Budget Annual ST-TS-1* Breakwater/Jetty and Wingwall improvements and/or replacement Senior Management Capital Budget Long Term (Planning –Short Term) LT-EQ-12 Marina Upland redevelopment Storm Senior Management Capital Budget Long Term (planning – short term) ST-EQ-3 Water system upgrade improvements Senior Management Capital Budget * Short Term *Funding sources for Capital Budget come from retained earnings, bonding, grants, and taxes. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 606 May 2017 Port of Port Townsend (Herb Beck Marina & Quilcene Boat Haven) District Profile The Herb Beck Marina / Quilcene Boat Haven consists of 50 acres zoned as Rural Residential 1:5 & 1:20. Utilities / improvements consist of: • Electricity, • Water system, • Septic system, • Communications, • floats, • Jetties, • Fueling, and • Launch ramp. It contains the following components that are critical to its operation: • Breakwater jetty and wingwall • Marina Office • Well and water distribution system Source: http://portofpt.com/wp-content/uploads/quilcene_500.jpg Source: www.portofpt.com Herb Beck Marina, Quilcene Boat Haven 1731 Linger Longer Road Quilcene, WA 98376 (360) 765-3131 47° 48.06′ N, 122° 51.92′ W Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Facility Designation Facility Location Value Herb Beck Marina / Quilcene Boat Haven 1731 Linger Longer Road Quilcene, WA 98376 (360) 765-3131 $5,000,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 607 May 2017 Equipment: Apparatus Contents Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Outline of Area Served: The Herb Beck Marina is located on the west side of Quilcene Bay, opening to the Hood Canal, south of Port Townsend and the Hood Canal Bridge. Source: http://portofpt.com/marine-services/marinas/ Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION The Herb Beck Marina in Quilcene is owned and operated by the Port of Port Townsend. The Herb Beck Marina is located on the west side of Quilcene Bay, opening to the Hood Canal, south of Port Townsend and the Hood Canal Bridge. It’s a wonderful location for water-based activities, including fishing, clamming, shrimping and much more. The Quilcene area produces some of the finest oysters in the world, and it’s a great day when you can get the best right from the source! The marina offers 50 slips, and takes reservations for transient moorage. Services include fuel, ice, pump-out, showers, restrooms. It also offers RV parking with electrical hook-ups and cable, a swimming beach, boat launch, and a day use picnic area. Dry storage is available. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 608 May 2017 See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how the Port of Port Townsend integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • State of Washington’s Boatyard General Permit, effective August 8, 2016 • Jefferson County Code • City of Port Townsend Municipal Code / Ordinances Plans and Policies: • See Port of Port Townsend • Port of Port Townsend Capital Improvement Plan • Routine mowing & clearing reduce fuel to reduce risk of fire spreading from nearby forest. Resources: • See Port of Port Townsend Fiscal Capabilities: • See Port of Port Townsend Community Outreach Programs • See Port of Port Townsend HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Severe Winter Storm December 1990 $18,000 Severe Winter Storm December 2008 $89,000 *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 609 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Severe Local Storm – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Tsunami / Seiche – See “Tsunami & Seiche” topic (pp. 233 – 252). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-TS-1* Jetty/wingwall improvements Senior Management Capital Budget Long Term LT-EQ-12* Upland development will meet new building codes Senior Management Capital Budget Long Term ST-EQ-3 Water system upgrade, improvements to reservoir and distribution lines. Senior Management Operating Budget Short Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 610 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-5 Educate employees about potential hazards and develop emergency response plans. Senior Management Operating Budget Ongoing OG-MH-6* Regularly review CIP to include newly identified mitigation projects. Senior Management Operating/Capital Budget Annual – Latest revision 2015; Prioritization in January 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 611 May 2017 Port of Port Townsend (Point Hudson Marina.) Facility Profile Point Hudson consists of 32 acres zoned as M II (B). Its critical facilities consist of breakwater jetties and the marine office. Its utilities and improvements are: • Electricity, • Water, • Sanitary Sewer, • Storm Sewer, • Communications, • Floats, piers, jetties, and paving. Point Hudson has 32 slips, 800′ of linear docks, an RV park with 48 spots, and several marine trades businesses. Point Hudson’s slips can accommodate boats up to 70′ LOA. Rafting of boats up to four deep is permitted on linear docks and may be required when the marina is busy. Source: http://portofpt.com/marine-services/marinas/ Source: www.portofpt.com Point Hudson Marina & RV Park 103 Hudson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2828 48° 6.96′ N, 122° 44.88′ W Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 612 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Facility Designation Facility Location Value Point Hudson Marina & RV Park 103 Hudson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2828 $5,000,000 Equipment: Apparatus Contents Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Outline of Area Served: Point Hudson is located just beyond the end of Water Street at the northeast corner of Port Townsend’s commercial district. Source: Generic map from Internet Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 613 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION The Point Hudson Marina in Port Townsend is owned and operated by the Port of Port Townsend. See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how the Port of Port Townsend integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • State of Washington’s Boatyard General Permit, effective August 8, 2016 • Jefferson County Code • City of Port Townsend Municipal Code / Ordinances Plans and Policies: • See Port of Port Townsend • Port of Port Townsend Capital Improvement Plan • Routine mowing & clearing reduce fuel to reduce risk of fire spreading from nearby forest. Resources: • See Port of Port Townsend Fiscal Capabilities: • See Port of Port Townsend Community Outreach Programs • See Port of Port Townsend Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 614 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 4. Severe Local Storm – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 5. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 6. Tsunami / Seiche – See “Tsunami & Seiche” topic (pp. 233 – 252). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 615 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-TS-1 Breakwater improvements and/or replacement Senior Staff Capital Budget Short Term LT-EQ-12 Upland development will meet new building codes Senior Staff Operating/Capital Budget Ongoing OG-MH-5 Educate employees about potential hazards and develop emergency response plans. Senior Staff Operating Budget Ongoing OG-MH-6* Regularly review CIP to include newly identified mitigation projects. Senior Staff Operating/Capital Budget Annual – Latest revision 2015; Prioritization in January 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 616 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 663 May 2017 Jefferson Transit Authority (JTA) (NEW in 2017) Transit District Profile Our Mission To provide reliable, safe, comfortable public transportation service in Jefferson County which is cost effective, reduces energy consumption and contributes to the cultural and economic betterment of the residents of Jefferson County. Name: Jefferson Transit Authority Address: 63 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 385-4777 Toll Free: (800) 371-0497 Email: Tammi Rubert, General Manager trubert@jeffersontransit.com (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Information / Cust Svc: info@jeffersontransit.com Jefferson Transit Authority Site Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 664 May 2017 Jeffersontransit.com Our Core Values Jefferson Transit’s Core Values are the operating principles that govern how Jefferson Transit employees act towards one another and their customers. Jefferson Transit employees value: • Acknowledgment and Support We recognize Jefferson Transit to be the product of the concerted efforts of many well-intended people. We take time to commend the accomplishments of individuals and acknowledge their contributions toward the organizational goals of the agency. • Accountability We take responsibility to uphold the mission statement and core values of Jefferson Transit. When challenged, we display fairness, trust and good judgment. Individually, we are sincerely interested in self-evaluation and personal growth. • Shared Responsibility Collectively, we are responsible for the direction and image of the agency. This requires us to be flexible enough in our thinking to establish goals. We show a willingness to get involved and direct our efforts toward achieving positive outcomes and setting progressive objectives. • Communication We express our thoughts and ideas appropriately. We are willing to listen to ideas contrary to our own. We recognize that good communication, compromise and diversity of opinion will strengthen Jefferson Transit. • Professionalism We take pride in our skills and abilities to provide the community safe, friendly and reliable transportation. We place principles above personalities. We strive for a positive impact through our demeanor and appearance. Source: jeffersontransit.com Critical Facilities (Owned by District): 1. Transit Administration Offices, Maintenance Facility approximate value: and Fueling System 63 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA, 98368 2. Haines Place Park and Ride Haines Place Port Townsend, WA $7,045,817 $475,000 Equipment: Apparatus – Transit and support vehicles, Radio Repeater Station (Mt Walker) $9,210,000 Contents – Office and shop equipment $750,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 665 May 2017 Value of Area Served: $17,480,817 Outline of Area Served: Jefferson Transit Authority operates in Jefferson County, Washington. The county encompasses just under 1804 square miles of land area and is divided by the Olympic Mountain range. The Olympic National Park, Olympic National Forest, and State Land covers 75 percent of Jefferson County. Jefferson Transit Service Area covers 259 square miles. Location of Jefferson County in Washington East Jefferson County West Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 666 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Jefferson Transit is a rural transit system that provides a variety of public transportation services. Services include fixed-routes, ADA paratransit service, Job Access Reverse Commute (JARC), vanpool and community vans. Regional and intercity transit connections are provided to Clallam, Grays Harbor, Kitsap and Mason Counties. Jefferson Transit operates service between Forks and Amanda Park in western Jefferson County. In Port Townsend, service is used by tourists and residents to travel between the park and ride facility and the downtown Historic District. There is also service between neighborhoods and communities within the County, including Port Ludlow, Port Hadlock, Chimacum, Irondale, Brinnon, and Quilcene. Jefferson Transit carried more than 274,000 passengers in 2015. It is expected that ridership will continue to grow along with population growth in Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 667 May 2017 Public Transportation Management System Owned Facility Inventory Agency/Organization:Jefferson Transit Date: Facility Code Facility Name Condition (points) Age (years) Remaining Useful Life (years) Replacement Cost ($) Comments (If more than two lines, please attach a separate comment page) 1 9 Haines Place Park & Ride 85 15 16 $475,000 2 24 New Administrative and Maintenance Center at 100 N/A N/A $7,045,817 January 9, 2016 Agency/Organization:Jefferson Transit Date: Equipment Code and Description Condition (points) Age (years) Remaining Useful Life (years) Replacement Cost ($) Comments (If more than two lines, please attach a separate comment page) 1.20,0000 Gal Fuel Tank 0 1 N/A $276,231 Included in Facility Cost 2.Eco Lift 0 1 N/A $120,000 Included in Facility Cost Public Transportation Management System Owned Equipment Inventory January 9, 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 668 May 2017 No.Year Make/Model Vehicle Code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Agency Vehicle Number Actual Life Odometer Condition (points) Age (years) Remaining Useful Life (years) Replace- ment Cost $ ADA Access (yes/no) Seating Capacity Fuel Type WSDOT Title (yes/no) 1 1982 ORION 01.502/BIA (30') (11/82)3 2B119470C6015519 96 484,743 0 34 0 $483,000 Yes 31+1 BD No 2 2004 GILLIG/PHANTOM (30') (10/04)3 15GCA211641111741 501 653,084 60 12 0 $483,000 Yes 29+2 BD No 3 2004 GILLIG/PHANTOM (30') (10/04)3 15GCA211841111742 502 639,994 60 12 0 $483,000 Yes 29+2 BD No 4 2004 GILLIG/PHANTOM (30') (10/04)3 15GCA211X41111743 503 640,733 60 12 0 $483,000 Yes 29+2 BD No 5 2006 GILLIG/PHANTOM (30') (3/06)3 15GCA211X61111731 504 516,858 60 10 0 $483,000 Yes 29+2 BD No 6 1992 ORION V/BIA (35') (8/95)2 2B1529773N6030903 908 538,907 40 24 0 $483,000 Yes 33+2 BD No 7 1996 THOMAS/TRANSIT LINER (33') 2 1T75L2B29V1145470 965 466,723 0 20 0 $483,000 Yes 30+2 BD No 8 1997 THOMAS/TRANSIT LINER (33') 2 1T75L2B22V1145469 967 511,661 0 19 0 $483,000 Yes 30+2 BD No 9 2001 GILLIG/PHANTOM (35') (12/01)2 15GCB211911111144 971 671,254 50 15 0 $483,000 Yes 32+2 BD No 10 2002 GILLIG/PHANTOM (35') (2/02)2 15GCB211221111732 972 605,725 50 14 0 $483,000 Yes 32+2 BD No 11 1967 GMC/BABY OLD LOOK (30') (02)3 TDH35011041 1967 3,125 50 49 0 $483,000 No 34 BD No 12 2011 GILLIG/LOW FLOOR (29') (7/11)3 15GGE2719B1092208 505 296,158 100 5 5 $483,000 Yes 26+2 BD Yes 13 2011 GILLIG/LOW FLOOR (29') (7/11)3 15GGE2710B1092209 506 285,648 100 5 5 $483,000 Yes 26+2 BD Yes 14 2011 GILLIG/LOW FLOOR (35') (7/11)2 15GGB271XB1176479 507 249,859 100 5 5 $483,000 Yes 32+2 BD Yes 15 2011 GILLIG/LOW FLOOR (35') (7/11)2 15GGB2716B1176480 508 257,929 100 5 5 $483,000 Yes 32+2 BD Yes East-End Fixed Route Fleet (Port Townsend) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 669 May 2017 No.Year Make/Model Vehicle Code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Agency Vehicle Number Actual Life Odometer Condition (points) Age (years) Remaining Useful Life (years) Replace- ment Cost $ ADA Access (yes/no) Seating Capacity Fuel Type WSDOT Title (yes/no) 16 2008 FORD/AllStar VAN (21') (4/08)11 1FD4E45S58DA96387 403 339,939 70 8 0 $136,000 Yes 12+2 G No 17 2011 IC CHAMPION MAX (29') (12/10)11 4DRASSKK7BH335314 404 214,275 90 5 2 $150,000 Yes 21+2 D Yes 18 2011 IC CHAMPION MAX (29') (12/10)11 4DRASSKK9BH335315 405 255,722 90 5 2 $150,000 Yes 21+2 D Yes 19 2013 FORD/F550 (31') (8/13)11 1FDGF5GT3DEA51975 406 170,280 95 3 4 $124,000 Yes 24+2 D Yes No.Year Make/Model VehicleCode VehicleIdentificationNumber (VIN) AgencyVehicleNumber Actual LifeOdometer Condition(points)Age(years) RemainingUseful Life(years) Replace-mentCost $ ADAAccess(yes/no) SeatingCapacity FuelType WSDOTTitle(yes/no) 20 2006 FORD/E450/VAN (21') (10/05)11 1FDXE45P76HA32642 301 116,452 60 10 0 $136,000 Yes 12+2 BD No 21 2006 FORD/E450/VAN (21') (10/05)11 1FDXE45P96HA32643 302 123,667 60 10 0 $136,000 Yes 12+2 BD No 22 2007 CHEV/AMERIVAN (18') (10/06)11 1GBDV13127D122329 304 91,066 70 9 0 $57,000 Yes 4+1 G No 23 2010 CHEV/CHALLENGER (25') (5/10)11 1GB9G5A66A1122428 307 86,306 80 6 0 $103,000 Yes 12+2 BD No 24 2010 CHEV/CHALLENGER (25') (5/10)11 1GB9G5A64A1122914 308 90,324 80 6 0 $103,000 Yes 12+2 BD No 25 2013 DODGE CARAVAN (18') (8/13)11 2C4RDGCG0DR731813 309 28,024 90 3 1 $57,000 Yes 4+1 G Yes 26 2013 DODGE CARAVAN (18') (8/13)11 2C4RDGCG2DR731814 310 29,051 90 3 1 $57,000 Yes 4+1 G Yes 27 2013 DODGE CARAVAN (18') (8/13)11 2C4RDGCG4DR731815 311 28,524 90 3 1 $57,000 Yes 4+1 G Yes 28 2013 DODGE CARAVAN (18') (8/13)11 2C4RDGCG6DR731816 312 29,995 90 3 1 $57,000 Yes 4+1 G Yes West-End Fleet (Forks) East-End Paratransit Fleet (Port Townsend) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 670 May 2017 No.Year Make/Model Vehicle Code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Agency Vehicle Number Actual Life Odometer Condition (points) Age (years) Remaining Useful Life (years) Replace- ment Cost $ ADA Access (yes/no) Seating Capacity Fuel Type WSDOT Title (yes/no) 29 2000 FORD/E350 VAN (20') (5/00)13 1FBSS31F5YHB35824 26 163,484 50 16 0 $30,000 No 15 BD No 30 2006 FORD/E350 XLT VAN (20') (7/06)13 1FBSS31L46DA95763 201 194,491 50 10 0 $30,000 No 15 G No 31 2006 FORD/E350 XLT VAN (20') (7/06)13 1FBSS31L26DA95762 202 173,792 50 10 0 $30,000 No 15 G No 32 2006 FORD/E350 XLT VAN (20') (8/06)13 1FBSS31L86DA95765 203 151,006 50 10 0 $30,000 No 15 G No 33 2006 FORD/E350 XLT VAN (20') (8/06)13 1FBSS31L66DA95764 204 108,152 50 10 0 $30,000 No 15 G No 34 2009 DODGE/GR. CARAVAN (18') (3/09)13 2D8HN44E19R628591 205 100,815 90 7 0 $28,000 No 7 G No 35 2009 DODGE/GR. CARAVAN (18') (3/09)13 2D8HN44E39R628592 206 60,914 90 7 0 $28,000 No 7 G No 36 2013 DODGE/GR. CARAVAN (18') (2/13)13 2C4RDGBG0DR609745 208 37,044 90 3 1 $28,000 No 7 G Yes 37 2013 DODGE/GR. CARAVAN (18') (2/13)13 2C4RDGBG2DR609746 209 58,017 90 3 1 $28,000 No 7 G Yes 38 2013 DODGE/GR. CARAVAN (18') (2/13)13 2C4RDGBG4DR609747 210 48,894 90 3 1 $28,000 No 7 G Yes East-End Vanpool (Port Townsend) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 671 May 2017 No.Year Make/Model Vehicle Code Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Agency Vehicle Number Actual Life Odometer Condition (points) Age (years) Remaining Useful Life (years) Replace- ment Cost $ ADA Access (yes/no) Seating Capacity Fuel Type WSDOT Title (yes/no) 30 1984 CHEVY/FLATBED TRUCK (N/A)28 1GBH34W6EV134603 1 86,119 32 0 N/A No 2 CNG No 31 1996 COLLINS/GRAND COMUTR (21')14 1FDKE30FXSHB80703 13 222,088 20 0 N/A Yes 2 D No 32 2007 CHEVY/AMERIVAN (14')14 1GBDV13127D120239 303 93,429 9 0 $25,000 Yes 5 G No 33 2007 CHEVY/AMERIVAN (14')14 1GBDV13157D122955 305 89,729 9 0 $25,000 Yes 4 G No 34 2007 CHEVY/AMERIVAN (14')14 4M2ZU54E4XUJ25112 306 89,065 9 0 $30,000 Yes 4 G No 35 1999 MERCURY/MOUNTAINEER (N/A)28 4M2ZU54E4XUJ25112 57 87,410 17 0 N/A No 4 G No 36 1998 FORD/E450 VAN (21')14 1FDXE40F6XHA11104 801 247,503 18 0 $53,000 No N/A D No 37 2010 FORD/ESCAPE XLS (14')14 1FMCU9C79AKC90108 802 42,759 6 0 $25,000 N/A 5 G No 38 2000 FORD/E450 VAN (21')14 1FBSS31F7YHB35825 803 141,722 16 0 $53,000 No 15 D No 39 2013 FORD/F250 XL 4X4 (20')14 1FT7X2BT5DEB58839 805 31,540 3 1 $53,000 N/A 6 D N/A 40 1995 DODGE/BRAUN VAN (18')14 2B7KB1Z35SK546410 9 151,790 21 0 $53,000 Yes 2 G No 41 1999 HYDRO/PRES. WASHER 28 1H9BST162W1120210 52 N/A 17 N/A $20,000 N/A N/A G No 42 2010 TOYOTA/FORK LIFT 28 8FGU30-30067 800 N/A 6 N/A $15,000 N/A N/A CNG No 43 2007 INTERSTATE/CARGOTRL 28 4RACS08107N049102 804 N/A 9 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A No Facility Vehicles (Port Townsend) Comments Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 672 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how JTA integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that JTA is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, JTA Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Public Transportation Benefit Area authorized under RCW 36.57A • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code • Americans with Disabilities Act Policies and Plans: • Transit Development Plan (2016-2021) • Winter Emergency Plan • Title VI Plan • Jefferson Transit Comprehensive Plan (To be developed.) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Washington State Transportation Plan Resources: • Jefferson Transit Authority Board • Jefferson Transit Authority District Officers • Peninsula Regional Transportation Planning Organization • Port Townsend Chamber of Commerce • Washington State Transit Association (Board Member) • Jefferson County Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board • Washington State Transit Insurance Pool (WSTIP) • Interlocal Agreements • Citizens Advisory Board Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transit Sales and Use Tax • Transport Fares • Annual Operating Budget • Authority’s Reserve for Replacement Fund • Capital Improvement Program / Budget • FEMA Grants • Public Transportation Consolidated Grants • Regional Mobility Grants • Surface Transportation Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 673 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • Port Townsend Farmers’ Market • Port Ludlow Festival by the Bay • Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: jeffersontransit.com PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 839) for proof that Jefferson Transit Authority has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 None *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 674 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Severe Local Storm – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 3. Wildland Fire – See “Wildland / Forest / Urban Interface” topic (pp. 265 – 277). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-EQ-4* Build new transit facility to current earthquake codes. Jefferson Transit Grant Funding / Other sources as Available COMPLETED 2015 OG-MH-5 Develop training materials and train staff on how to react during various hazard scenarios. Jefferson Transit Grant Funding / Other sources as Available On-going OG-MH-0 Participate on the Hazard Mitigation Planning Team Jefferson Transit Budget On-going NEW* Procure and install back-up generators for critical facilities. Jefferson Transit Budget Target: 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 675 May 2017 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County (JPUD) ELECTRICITY District Profile In November 2008, Jefferson County citizens approved Proposition 1 authorizing Jefferson County PUD#1 to pursue the acquisition of power service for Jefferson County. On May 3, 2010, the PUD accepted the terms of a non-binding letter of intent to purchase Puget Sound Energy’s Jefferson County assets and services. The PUD’s intent was to become the local power provider by May 2013 (actual date was April 1, 2013). The resulting electrical utility consists of: Land Area: Eastern Jefferson County, N. of Mount Walker Nbr of Customers: 18,500 meters Elec Lines O/H: 379 Miles Elec Lines U/G: 379 Miles Substations: 7 Name: Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Address: 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 385-5800 Email: Jim Parker, District Manager jparker@jeffpud.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Kevin Streett, Electrical Superintendent Mission: Deliver to the citizens of Jefferson County reliable electric, water, septic, and wholesale telecommunication services in a cost effective, sustainable, and customer driven manner. Vision: Jefferson County PUD provides great service, makes financially sound decisions, and reflects community values in both day to day operations as well as in planning for the long-term future. Source: jeffpud.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 676 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Station Designation Station Location Value Electric Utility 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-5800 $93,000,000 Present Value less depreciation. Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County - Properties Owned (Electrical System) Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values PUD #1 Operations Facility 310 Four Corners Road Yes $0 $0 $ 1,000,000 Irondale Substation Yes $ 2,807,000 Discover Bay Substation Yes $ 1,513,000 Quilcene Substation Yes $ 868,000 Hastings Substation Yes $ 260,000 Kearney Substation Yes $ 2,080,000 Chimacum Substation Yes $ 3,500,000 Port Ludlow Substation Yes $ 453,000 Distribution System Yes $ 76,066,528 Transmission System Yes $ 4,733,609 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 677 May 2017 Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County - Properties Owned (Electrical System) Electrical System Total Value: $ 93,281,137 Outline of Area Served: PUD #1 of Jefferson County services all of Eastern Jefferson County less the portion South of Mount Walker, which is serviced by PUD#1 of Mason County. The West End of Jefferson County is served by Clallam and Grays Harbor PUDs. Source: PUD SW2 Presentation Current and Anticipated Service Trends: The current service area is unlikely to change in the near or distant future. An anticipated transfer of transmission lines from PUD#1 of Clallam County should happen in early 2015. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 678 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how JPUD integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that it is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, PUD Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan • BPA Network Integration Transmission Agreement Policies and Plans: • Resolution 2015-011 – PUD Governance Policy • 2016 PUD Strategic Plan • PUD Water System Plan • Tree trimming policies and plans • Jeff-Co-PUD-OWSI-Acquisition-Feasibility-Study • Quilcene School District Consolidation Study • Medical Emergency Shutoff Policy • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan Resources: • PUD Board of Commissioners • PUD District Officers • Robust system with SCADA and looping/ switching capabilities • Backup/ Redundant Transformers (Substations) • Coordination and planning with adjacent utilities and contractors Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Issue Bonds • Power Rates • Annual Operating Budget • Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 679 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: jeffpud.org • Twitter: • Facebook PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 840) for proof that Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Facility Affected Date Total Public Damage Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown Severe Storms O/H Conductor Feb 2014 $ 100,000 Severe Storms O/H Conductor Dec 2014 $ 500,000 Severe Storms O/H Conductor Jan 2015 $150,000 *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 680 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Severe Local Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Landslides – See “Landslides” topic (pp. 187 – 204). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-MH-4* Expand SCADA Controls PUD #1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term Long-Term LT-MH-5* Backup Transformer For Substation PUD #1 Operations Operating Budget Long-Term ST-WS-10* Establish Tree Trimming Protocols PUD #1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 681 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-MH-6* Underground Conductor where possible PUD #1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term Long-Term OG-MH-4* Train staff on how to react during various hazard occurrences PUD #1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 682 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 683 May 2017 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County (Water & Sewer) District Profile The water utility portion of the PUD consists of: Land Area: Jefferson County Nbr of Customers: 4,100 meters Water Pipeline: 17 sq. miles Pipeline Value: $16.4 million (554,000 L.F. @ $20/ft) Storm Sewer Value:$3,302,317 (includes community drain fields.) Name: Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Address: 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Phone: (360) 385-5800 Email: Jim Parker, District Manager jparker@jeffpud.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Source: jeffpud.org Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Station Designation Station Location Value Water Utility 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-5800 $16,400,000 Value of Area Served: $4,639,984,525 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 684 May 2017 Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County - Properties Owned (Water System) Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values PUD #1 Office Building Yes $185,732 $185,732 LUD #1 - Gardiner System Yes $432,985 LUD #3 – Cape George Rd So. System Yes $932,343 Coyle System Yes $100,000 Triton Cove LUD #6 System Yes $315,692 Lazy-C LUD #8 System Yes $623,834 By-water Bay System Yes $1,463,130 Quimper (Kala Pt., Olympic Mobile, GCS, MI) System Yes $11,827,809 Snow Creek System Yes $131,147 Vandecar System Yes $60,252 Valioni System Yes $3,728 Hadlock #32 Eagle Ridge System Yes $57,416 Sky Water System Yes $68,948 Mats View Terrace Water & Septic System Yes $330,982 Bishop Heights System Yes $41,614 Quilcene Water System Yes $67,498 Water System Total Value: $17,253,110 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 685 May 2017 Public Utility District No.1 of Jefferson County - Properties Owned (Sewer Systems and Community Drain Fields) Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values Coyle Peninsula $105,333 DBR#2 – Ocean Grove $62,173 DBR#3 – Ocean Grove $18,289 House / Roose $26,667 Levine $7,333 LUD #5 $361,806 Portage Bay $14,278 Squamish View $13,333 Trails End $189,776 Beckett Point $2,498,329 Sewer System Total Value: $3,302,317 Outline of Area Served: PUD#1 of Jefferson County has been designated as lead in satellite management through the Jefferson County Water Management Plan. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Water: in the past 3 years, acquired Kala Point and WD#3 Water Systems. PUD will continue to acquire and consolidate water systems in East Jefferson County. Possible sewer systems operator for Port Hadlock Urban Growth Area if the County proceeds with construction. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 686 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how JPUD integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that it is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, PUD Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Policies and Plans: • Resolution 2015-011 – PUD Governance Policy • 2016 PUD Strategic Plan • PUD Water System Plan • Jeff-Co-PUD-OWSI-Acquisition-Feasibility-Study • Quilcene School District Consolidation Study • Medical Emergency Shutoff Policy • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan Resources: • PUD Board of Commissioners • PUD District Officers • Robust system with SCADA and looping/ switching capabilities • Backup/ Redundant Transformers (Substations) • Coordination and planning with adjacent utilities and contractors Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Issue Bonds • Power Rates • Annual Operating Budget • Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 687 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: jeffpud.org • Twitter: • Facebook PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 840) for proof that Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Facility Affected Date Total Public Damage Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 688 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Drought – See “Drought” (pp. 119 – 129). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Severe Local Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Existing Mitigation Strategies • Educate employees about potential hazards. • Backup power with on-site generators to operate wells / pressure zones. • Intertie all the systems to allow flexibility in providing water. • Increase storage to carry over during power outages, well failure. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-EQ-6 Secure equipment to floors and walls. JCPUD1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term ST-EQ-7 Put automatic shut-off valves on critical reservoirs. JCPUD1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 689 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-WS-4 Intertie water systems as much as possible. JCPUD1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term OG-MH-4 Train staff on how to react during various hazard occurrences JCPUD1 Operations Operating Budget Short-Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 690 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 4 602 September 2016 Jefferson County Water District No. 1 – Port Ludlow (Opt Out – 2004) Jefferson County Water District No. 1 is not participating due to its small size. It has no significant assets of its own to which to apply mitigation activities. District Profile Jefferson County Water District No. 1 provides water services to the Paradise Bay community in Port Ludlow. An elected, three-member Board of Commissioners governs the District and appoints a Water Manager to manage the daily operations. For 2011, and 2012, the District's revenues were $57,299 and $54,859, respectively. The District had one employee. DISTRICT CONTACT INFORMATION Address: Jefferson County Water District No. 1 Street: 141 W. Alder Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Phone: 360-343-4049 Source: http://portal.sao.wa.gov/ReportSearch/Home/ViewReportFile?isFinding=false&arn=1011585 Critical Facility Address V a l u e None Owned; Contract arrangement with Forks Hospital. $000,000,000 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $0 Total $000,000,000 Facility Address V a l u e $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $ - Total - $000,000,000 Grand Total - $000,000,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 4 603 September 2016 Jefferson County Water District No. 2 – Brinnon (Opt Out – 2004) Jefferson County Water District No. 2 is not participating due to its small size. It has no significant assets of its own to which to apply mitigation activities. District Profile Jefferson County Water District No. 2 provides water services to the Brinnon community near Hood Canal and bordering the Olympic National Park. An elected, three-member Board of Commissioners governs the District. The District had annual operating revenues of approximately $4,000 in 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. DISTRICT CONTACT INFORMATION Address: Jefferson County Water District No. 2 P.O. Box 196 Brinnon, WA 98320 Phone: (253) 946-2547 Source: http://portal.sao.wa.gov/ReportSearch/Home/ViewReportFile?isFinding=false&arn=1012749 Critical Facility Address V a l u e None Owned; Contract arrangement with Forks Hospital. $000,000,000 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $0 Total $000,000,000 Facility Address V a l u e $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $ - Total - $000,000,000 Grand Total - $000,000,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 4 604 September 2016 Jefferson County Water District No. 3 – Quilcene (Opt Out – 2004) Jefferson County Water District No. 3 is not participating due to its small size. It has no significant assets of its own to which to apply mitigation activities. The District officially dissolved on March 22, 2013. District Profile Jefferson County Water District No. 3 provided water services to approximately 100 residents of Coyle. An elected three-member Board of Commissioners governed the District, there were no employees. For 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009, the District had annual revenue of approximately $51,363, $62,727, $53,193 and $31,378, respectively. The District officially dissolved on March 22, 2013. DISTRICT CONTACT INFORMATION Address: Jefferson County Water District No. 3 60 Willow Street Quilcene, WA 98376 Source: http://portal.sao.wa.gov/ Critical Facility Address V a l u e $000,000,000 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $0 Total $000,000,000 Facility Address V a l u e $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Business Personal Property Included in Building Values $ - Total - $000,000,000 Grand Total - $000,000,000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 727 May 2017 SECTION VI Coordinating Entities Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 728 May 2017 Coordinating Entity Participation Agencies, businesses, academia, and other interested parties were reached both through the public forums, and through the established working relationships with the County and the City. The entities presented below are a few of those that have proactive working relationships with Jefferson County and / or the City of Port Townsend, and are continuously involved in finding ways to reduce the effects of natural disasters. The Port Townsend Paper Company, for example, works with the City and County to prevent damage to the region’s water supply during periods of drought. Each of the entities listed contains a background of the entity obtained from their website or from appropriate personnel, and the coordination issues it faces with regard to coordination with Jefferson County and the City in preparing for or reacting to disaster situations. Coordinating Entities Clallam County Emergency Operations Center Clallam Fire Protection District No.1 (Clallam / Jefferson) Clallam Fire Protection District No. 3 (Clallam / Jefferson) Clallam County PUD (power line across disco bay) Fort Worden State Park The Hoh Tribe of Indians KPTZ 91.9 FM Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Groups (NPREP) Port Townsend Paper Propane Providers Sequim School District No. 323 U.S. Coast Guard U.S. Naval Magazine – Indian Island Washington Department of Ecology Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Washington Department of Natural Resources Washington Department of Transportation Washington Military Department – Emergency Management Division Washington State Patrol Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 729 May 2017 Clallam County Emergency Operations Center 1 The Division of Emergency Management plans for and responds to both natural and man- made disasters in Clallam County. These range from weather, floods, tsunamis, and earthquakes to incidents involving hazardous materials, or significant law enforcement events. The division prepares and implements a county-wide Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan, routinely conducts extensive exercises to test county emergency response capabilities and provides educational materials to the public to better prepare them for emergency events. This section of the Sheriff’s Office is Clallam counties liaison with federal and local agencies on emergencies of all kinds. Division staff members provide technical assistance to local governments as they prepare emergency plans and procedures and they also conduct emergency operations training for local governmental agencies. Mailing Address 223 East 4th Street, Suite 12 Port Angeles, Washington 98362 Fax 360-417-2485 E-mail Form ( ccem@co.clallam.wa.us) Clallam County Emergency Operations Center - Coordination Issues Jefferson County and Clallam County do not always activate at the same time for regional events, e.g. damaging storms, potential flooding, etc. Clallam and Jefferson County EOC’s do not always coordinate activations, therefore, there are times when Jefferson County is leaning forward to prepare for flood or storm conditions that Clallam is not activated. This reduces the opportunity for Clallam to gain intelligence because of Jefferson County’s Pacific Coast contacts, and reduces the situational awareness Jefferson County can gain from events impacting Clallam before it hits Jefferson. The Cascade Rising Exercise provided an opportunity for coordination of preparation efforts and training that can lead to closer coordination during storm events, etc. 1 http://www.clallam.net/EmergencyManagement/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 730 May 2017 Clallam County Fire District No.1 (CCFD1) (Clallam / Jefferson) CCFPD1 covers the area centered around Forks, Wa. Through contractual arrangement this includes the West End of Jefferson County, which is known as Jefferson County Fire District 7 (JCFD7). As of February 2016, the relative assessed value of the areas served are: Clallam County: $318,237,387, Est. Taxes $238,678; Jefferson County: Jefferson Value: $2,656,485 Est. Taxes $1,992.12 Clallam County Fire District 1 (CCFD1) - Coordination Issues An earthquake disaster event in CCFD1 jurisdiction has the potential to create multiple “micro- islands”.3 An event will result in the county being broken up into about 20 micro islands. We’re the only county in the state that has looked at this, and identified the micro island areas. About six micro-islands: LaPush to bottom of Dickey Lake to Three Rivers. Another is Fairholm to Bear Creek, one from Bear Creek to Forks, one to Forks, then to Jeff Co. line. Clallam County is working on an agreement to assist with the Hoh area. There would be a Hoh North and Hoh South zone. Note that the micro-island areas are only identified up to the Jefferson County line. In a major disaster, communications will not be restored for a year.4 Discussion about communication and restoration of services. It’s likely to take up to year. Communications will initially have to use ham radio operators. Clallam County has to do Jefferson County assessments for CCFD1 budget.5 Initially, CCFD1 submitted documents separately for Jefferson County annexed properties and the Clallam County properties. We are to submit one document in total and Clallam County Assessor’s office handles the Jefferson County assessments. The Assessor’s Office was very helpful in coming up with a solution for our assessments for 2016. 2 CCFD1 Commissioners’ Meeting, Clallam County, Washington, February 14, 2016, p. 1. 3 Ibid., 4. 4 Ibid. 5 CCFD1 Commissioners’ Meeting, Clallam County, Washington, December 13, 2015, p.1 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 731 May 2017 Clallam County Fire Protection District No.3 (CCFD3) including Jefferson County Fire District 8 (JCFD8) Clallam County Fire District No.3 (CCFD3) is approximately 140 square miles in size and occupies the Eastern portion of Clallam County. The city of Sequim is served by the district through annexation. The Fire District begins at the Clallam-Jefferson county line on the East and extends to its Western boundary, approximately six miles East of Port Angeles, just East of Deer Park Rd. Highway 101 runs the entire length of the district. The north boundary is the Strait of Juan de Fuca, while the Olympic National Forest forms the southern boundary.6 By contract, CCFD3 also covers the Gardiner area of Jefferson County, which is designated as Jefferson County Fire District 8 (JCFD8). The value of property protected in Jefferson County is $61,143,725.7 Phone: (360)683-4242 Fax: (360)683-6834 Email: info@clallamfire3.org Headquarters Office 323 North Fifth Ave Sequim, WA 98382 Clallam County Fire District 3 (CFPD3) - Coordination Issues Same issues as CFPD1, above. In a disaster scenario, Jefferson County neighborhoods are being trained to work with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management. Emergency calls will go to CFPD3 via JeffCom 9-1-1. The Director of JeffCom 9-1-1 has been given authority over both Jefferson and Clallam County 9-1-1 Dispatch, so coordination among emergency responders should be improved across county lines. 6 http://www.clallamfire3.org/about-us/district-overview/ 7 Jefferson County Abstract of Assessed Values, Levy Rates, and Tax Amounts, Jefferson County, Washington, 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 732 May 2017 Clallam County Public Utility District8 Clallam PUD Background Revenue & Expenditures9 Revenues Electric Fund $52,716,536 Water Fund $3,320,824 Sewer Fund $47,071 Expenditures Electric Fund $51,138,719 Water Fund $2,699,893 Sewer Fund $64,789 Customers: The PUD provided service to 30,662 electric customers, 4,384 water customers, and 74 sewer customers. Electric customers were composed of 27,413 residential, 3,245 commercial, and 4 industrial. Water customers included 4,067 residential and 317 commercial. Sewer customers were all residential. Residential customers consumed 68.1 percent of the PUD’s total load, commercial cus-tomers used 27.1 percent, and industrial customers used 4.8 percent.10 Average Rates: Electric rates averaged 8.5 cents per kWh for residential customers, 7.1 cents per kWh for commercial customers, and 6.0 cents per kWh for industrial customers. Rates are set by the Board of Commissioners annually during its Fall budget hearings. Notices of Rate Hearings are published in the legal classified section of local newspapers. Purchased Power & Water: The cost to purchase electrical energy for customers and the PUD was $24,201,098, and the cost for purchased and pumped water was $280,778. Conservation & Non-hydrorenewable Resources: The total expended for energy conservation pro-grams was $1,283,000, which was from general rates and a BPA Rate Credit. The total expended for non-hydrorenewable resources was $161,268. Energy Assistance Programs: The total expended for low-income energy assistance programs was $268,508. Low-income programs were funded from customer contributions and from general rates. Taxes: The PUD paid a total of $4,496,627 in taxes in 2014. Of that amount, $834,757 was paid for federal taxes, $2,900,434 for state taxes, and $761,436 for local taxes. New Service Orders: The PUD completed 281 new electric and 19 new water service orders. 8 https://www.clallampud.net/about/ 9 https://www.clallampud.net/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/2014-Annual-Report.pdf 10 Ibid. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 733 May 2017 Clallam PUD Coordination Issues Power Feed to Jefferson County Public Utility District No 1 (JCPUD1) and Port Townsend Paper: Since Port Townsend Paper is the major private industry in Port Townsend, it is a critical economic resource for the City and County, both. The Clallam PUD has a contract to provide power to Port Townsend Paper. To do this, they have a power line strung from Clallam County, above ground (water) across the lower portion of Discovery Bay to connect at JCPUD1’s 4-Corners Substation. The exposed line strung on power poles across the bay is vulnerable to severe local storms, earthquakes, and tsunami. Discovery Bay has recorded earthquakes centered in the bay of up to 5.4 on the Richter scale in the last 50 years. Scenario 1 – Loss of Power Line: A long-term disruption of power to Port Townsend Paper would significantly affect the area’s economy. If the Discovery Bay line is lost, JCPUD1 needs to be able to replace the power for Port Townsend Paper from elsewhere on the grid. Scenario 2 – Puget Sound Earthquake: A significant earthquake centered on one of the many Puget Sound faults could take down power lines serving Jefferson County, but leave the Clallam PUD line undamaged. In this scenario, JCPUD1 could obtain limited power from Clallam to support portions of the grid until repairs are made and power is restored through normal channels. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 734 May 2017 Fort Worden State Park Originally designed as a military base to protect Puget Sound, Fort Worden evolved into an iconic and cherished state park. The fort – featuring 100 historic structures – spans two miles of saltwater shoreline with views of the Olympic and Cascade Mountains, and the San Juan Islands. The fort offers exceptional meeting space, comfortable accommodations and delectable dining options, all within a campus-like setting. Located within a couple of miles from historic downtown Port Townsend, shopping and sightseeing opportunities are just minutes away.11 Fort Worden is designated a National Landmark Historic District beloved by many people.12 Nestled on 432-acres of public lands, Fort Worden offers 30 forested campsites, 50 beach campsites and four primitive sites.13 Ninety acres are leased to the Fort Worden Public Development Authority (PDA), which manages the Lifelong Learning Center that consists of the educational and entertainment facets of the park. Fort Worden State Park - Coordination Issues Two and a half miles of sandy beach in a Tsunami zone: Part of the attraction of Fort Worden is the 2.5 miles of sandy beaches and adjacent RV campsites. The problem is that the area surrounding Jefferson County is a veritable spaghetti farm of earthquake faults. The South Whidbey Island Fault, for example, splits the distance between Fort Worden and Whidbey Island. This fault is capable of producing a 7.2 or greater earthquake under the Admiralty Inlet – followed by a tsunami or seiche. Patrons of the park must head for high ground as soon as the shaking has stopped. There will not be time for park officials or emergency management to ascertain if a tsunami has been generated and trigger the AHAB tsunami warning system. Large Seasonal Crowds & RV’s on the Shoreline: In a local earthquake / tsunami event, it is possible to have hundreds of people on the beach and all 50 beach campsites full with RV’s so that the immediate response is shock and inaction, trapping many between the beach and the high ground. In a “Distant Tsunami” event in which there are multiple hours before the wave arrives, warning sirens and notification can energize campers to pull their rigs out of the beach area, resulting in a bottleneck at the parade grounds, park exits and in the city streets adjacent to the park. 11 http://fortworden.org/about/ 12 http://fortworden.org/about/support-the-fort/ 13 http://fortworden.org/stay-here/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 735 May 2017 The Hoh Tribe of Indians14 The Hoh River Indians Reservation in Washington State consists of 443 acres. The Hoh Reservation has approximately one mile of beachfront running east from the mouth of the Hoh River, and south to Ruby Beach. The Hoh Reservation was logged in 1954 and it will be 40-60 years before the second growth will be of commercial value. None of this land has been allotted. The Hoh Indian Reservation was established by an Executive Order of September 11, 1963. The Hoh Tribe has formed Tribal Government under Public Law 89-655, providing for a basic roll of tribal members. The livelihood of the Hoh Indians is primarily fishing although a few of the residents make traditional baskets, carved canoes for ocean going or river use, and other carvings. The local people dip for smelts on the beaches and use smokehouses for preserving food for future use. The tidelands are abundant with razor clams, butter clams, crab and perch fishing. Hoh Village, 1905 14 http://hohtribe-nsn.org/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 736 May 2017 Hoh Tribal Business Committee 2464 Lower Hoh Rd Forks, WA 98331 360-374-6582 Hoh Tribal Center, Forks, WA About the Tribe History The Hoh River Indians are considered a band of the Quileutes but are recognized as a separate tribe. The Hoh Reservation consists of 443 acres located 28 miles south of Forks, and 80 miles north of Aberdeen. The Hoh Reservation has approximately one mile of beachfront running east from the mouth of the Hoh River, and south to Ruby Beach. The Hoh Reservation was logged in 1954 and it will be 40-60 years before the second growth will be of commercial value. None of this land has been allotted. The Hoh Indian Reservation was established by an Executive Order of September 11, 1963. The Hoh Tribe has formed a Tribal Government under Public Law 89-655, providing for a basic roll of tribal members. The Governing body is elected by secret ballot biannually in November. The livelihood of the Hoh Indians is primarily fishing although a few of the residents make traditional decorative baskets, carved canoes for ocean going or river use and other decorative carvings. The local people dip for smelts on the beaches and still use smokehouses for preserving food for future use. The tidelands are abundant with razor clams, butter clams, crab and perch fishing. About the Area Geography Reservation is 443 acres about 28 miles south of Forks, Washington. City: Forks, population 2,870, elevation 300, (logging community on Highway 101 between Port Angeles and Pacific Coast). County: Clallam, population 53,400; Native American, 2,275, 58% of nonwhite population, 4% of total. 1,752 square miles. (Strait of Juan de Fuca and Pacific Coast nearby.) County's assessed value averages $1,554 per acre. County: Jefferson, population 18,100, Native American 349, 45% of nonwhite and 2% of total population. 1,805 square miles (extends from Pacific Coast through Olympic Peninsula to Puget Sound). County's assessed value averages $805 an acre. Principal industries: Tourism, wood products, agriculture and fishing. Members 212 enrolled members. Other Offices and Programs Law enforcement and community hall, no economic development plan. The Hoh Indian Tribe has elected to do its own Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan. Total Tribal Employees Approximately 20 FTE. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 737 May 2017 The Hoh Indian Tribe Coordination Issues Flood and Tsunami: The Hoh River opens out to the Pacific Ocean where it serves as a funnel for tsunami. It is also a collector for the Hoh River basin which meanders significantly and which frequently floods. The Hoh Indian Tribe Reservation sits near the mouth of the river, and is perennially dealing with flood issues. In 2009, the Hoh Tribe of Indians was able to swap land with local private owners and with the federal government to provide higher ground to which to move critical facilities. Coordination with Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management: The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management has been working with the Tribal Council to find ways to assist the tribe in an emergency. Efforts include the acquisition of a warning siren to call the tribe together in an emergency, and the moving of buildings outside of areas of repeated flooding. Coordination with Jefferson County Public Works: Part of the issues surrounding the flooding of the Hoh river involve the meanders of the river, and the placing of rip rap to protect vulnerable sections of roads running parallel to the river. Jefferson County Public Works fights an ongoing problem of the river flooding and undercutting roads resulting in landslides where sections of the road break loose. The Hoh Tribe of Indians, Jefferson County Public Works, and the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife need to coordinate on a river plan that will protect the roads, accommodate wildlife, and mitigate the effects of repetitive flooding. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 738 May 2017 KPTZ 91.9 FM KPTZ and Emergency Preparedness15 KPTZ Goals and Responsibilities KPTZ’s role is to pass on vital information in partnership with the Jefferson County Emergency Operation Center (JCEOC). In an emergency our target is to get the right KPTZ people to the right place at the right time. Our primary goal is to provide vital and timely information for events which are considered emergencies by the JCEOC. That is, where lives or property are in real danger. We have a secondary goal to educate community members on how to prepare for an emergency. We are not currently a news service. Although we do try to report on local events from start to finish, currently we do not have the staff to consistently respond to road closures, traffic accidents and other important but not catastrophic events. We are, however, looking at ways to incorporate timely information for most of the events broadcast on the Nixle system. About KPTZ The KPTZ Emergency team is made up of 8-10 volunteers in partnership with Bob Hamlin (Emergency Management Program Manager) and Keppie Keplinger (PIO) of the JCEOC. We have been meeting regularly since January 2013 and have run many tests of our systems. We have documented most of the emergency systems. We are officially a trusted partner with the JCEOC. A very rare privilege for community radio stations. As a result our staff will be permitted to embed in the JCEOC and broadcast directly from that facility if necessary. Several team members have passed the 4 basic FEMA classes in order to be credentialed by the JCEOC and therefore allowed to be embedded. We provide all these services at extremely low cost. 15 https://kptz.org/emergency-preparedness/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 739 May 2017 Backup Systems KPTZ has built many backup systems. Both the transmitter and studio have generators. There is a microwave link between the centers that will allow communication even if the phone lines are down. There is a backup studio at the transmitter site in case the primary studio is inoperable. KPTZ is implementing a hand held radio network for communication among team members. There is a KPTZ desk at the JCEOC with the capability of interrupting regular programming with emergency updates. We can remotely record information and place it into the studio system to give regular updates. We are developing a network of individuals we can call on to provide “on the ground” information in the case of an emergency. KPTZ Coordination Issues Staffing During an Emergency The entire team knows that they will look after the safety and well-being of their own family first before attending to the needs of the station. In the case of a widespread emergency there will be a delay before we can get on the air with information. What we Still Need to do: • Train more staff on the emergency procedures. • Improve our documentation. • Increase our networking within the county. • Develop a news team. • Maintain the stations readiness. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 740 May 2017 Neighborhood Emergency Preparedness Groups (NPREP)16 Emergency Preparedness The Intent A community’s level of self-reliance and resilience is never more apparent—and critical– than when disaster strikes. This is true whether the disaster is an earthquake, a power outage or an economic collapse. While the activities of all Local 20/20 Action Groups enhance our ability to adapt to such an event, the Neighborhood Preparedness (NPREP) Action Group focuses on the particular needs that arise from a sudden plunge into radically different circumstances. We do this by assisting area residents through education and by example to become self-reliant before a disaster strikes, thus enhancing resilience throughout our community as we work to recover. Projects, Past and Present The main focus of the NPREP Action Group is to help neighbors organize so that they may work together when a disaster occurs, thereby enhancing the safety and comfort of all in such difficult times. Working with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management (DEM), this effort has facilitated the self-organization of well over 100 neighborhoods since 2006. While the number of organized neighborhoods is significant, many more are needed in Jefferson County. Such neighborhood cooperation is built on a foundation of preparedness by individual households. The NPREP Action Group helped promote a series of emergency preparedness classes presented by Heather Taraka, a course that is now available at Get Emergency Prepared. NPREP also worked with the Port Townsend Food Co-op to stage a store-wide special pricing and educational event, now held annually, featuring foods and supplies necessary for disaster preparedness. Finally, all of NPREP’s goals converge at the Annual All-County Picnic. The first Picnic, held in 2013, was a great success with a turnout of more than 1,000 people. The Picnic offers informational talks and booths, great music, free corn on the cob, hands-on survival techniques, and a chance for neighbors to gather as one community. People interested in organizing their own neighborhoods can meet with NPREP team members to learn about the process. 16 http://l2020.org/emergency-preparedness/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 741 May 2017 Opportunities to Participate The NPREP Action Group is currently one of the most active of Local 20/20’s action groups, and is working in partnership with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management (DEM) to strengthen pre and post-disaster collaboration between neighborhoods and the Emergency Operations Center in areas such as communication and damage assessment. We provide regular outreach events to educate the public on emergency preparedness matters and/or to recruit new neighborhood organizers. We also coordinate training opportunities for our organizers and house ad hoc projects, such as the development of a plan for post-disaster sanitation. Contact: NPREP@L2020.org Source: I2020.org/emergency-preparedness NPREP - Coordination Issues Uneven Levels of Commitment: With over 100 neighborhood emergency groups, there are a wide variety of knowledge, commitment, and persistence. The success of any given group can be a function of the neighborhood leadership in pulling together a group and developing an “institutional” commitment so that the group doesn’t dissipate if a key member leaves. Communication Protocols: Communication within a neighborhood, among neighborhoods, and with the Emergency Operations Center are still early in their development. Some neighborhoods are large enough to support a communications unit, while others are dependent on individuals that have taken the initiative to get an amateur radio license or familiarity with FRS radios. EOC Usage Protocols: It is clear that having communications with the NPREP groups can help the EOC develop situational awareness during an emergency. How to do this is at an early stage of development and, as with the levels of commitment, there are significant differences in neighborhoods ability to respond – even under routine circumstances. There is also a need to get the EOC procedures defined for handling the information coming into the EOC from this route in addition to its normal sources such as JeffCom. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 742 May 2017 Port Townsend Paper17 CEO: Steve Klinger Port Townsend Paper Mission Port Townsend Paper Corporation's mission is to be the answer to our customers' need for fiber-based packaging. To accomplish this goal, we have dramatically increased our productivity, established a long-term, stable fiber supply, and refocused on important markets in North America. Customer Base Port Townsend Paper is committed to our customers, to whom we sell unbleached kraft pulp, jumbo roll kraft paper, and kraft linerboard. We have more than 380 customers in over 15 countries worldwide, with the largest concentration of our customers in North America and Asia. Our focus in North America is on selling to converters of kraft jumbo rolls. The mill sells almost 100% of its pulp overseas and thousands of tons of kraft paper grades and linerboard annually. Customers range from family-owned converters that sell their products within a local region to huge international companies. A small customer may purchase 45,000 pounds (one truckload) of paper per month, while a large customer may require 1 to 2.5 million pounds of paper or pulp per month. Ongoing customer relationships account for much of our business, but continued success is based on providing the products customers need on a timely basis and at a competitive price. Logistics To meet the needs of our customers and to keep up with production, we operate and ship 24 hours a day each day of the year. In an average month, more than 800 trucks are loaded at the mill, along with an occasional barge. Since Port Townsend last had rail service in 1988, any shipments requiring boxcars are trucked to Tacoma and transferred to rail cars. Raw materials include wood chips and old corrugated cardboard (OCC). Almost 2,000 trucks and 10-15 barges a month deliver the chips from the Olympic Peninsula and other locations, and more than 300 trucks bring OCC for our recycling plant. For efficiency and pollution reduction, we reload as many of these trucks as possible with outbound product. Community Involvement Port Townsend Paper Corporation contributes more to the community than the $27 million it puts into the local economy. Many mill employees are personally involved in the community. Port Townsend Paper makes a 50% match to its employees’ considerable contributions to United Good Neighbors (UGN), a local service organization. The mill’s contribution to UGN is a long-standing tradition and a point of pride. 17 http://www.ptpc.com/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 743 May 2017 Education has always been a mill priority too. The company often participates in internship programs, offers scholarships, and provides tours and educational programs to school children. The mill also works with educational organizations like Centrum. Our involvement with our local Port Townsend Marine Science Center has included a longstanding membership on the Board of Directors, yearly sponsorship for a college intern, and a donation toward the capital project for upgrade and expansion of their educational facility. We support other local community projects such as the new Northwest Maritime Center and the Larry Scott Memorial Trail, through donations and expertise. Port Townsend Paper maintains active memberships on teams that address local environmental issues such as the Solid Waste Advisory Council and the Emergency Preparedness Council. We provide specialized safety training to our employees, local emergency response teams and to the general public. In fact, mill employees constitute a large portion of volunteer emergency crews in Jefferson County. The Company participates in many other groups and on many other projects that support community businesses, economics, education, and youth activities. Among these are the School Board, coaching for local youth athletic teams, the Economic Development Council, Habitat for Humanity, Chamber of Commerce, and the Peninsula College Foundation. Port Townsend Paper - Coordination Issues Drought: Port Townsend Paper is one of the few businesses directly impacted by drought conditions in the County. During severe drought they have curtailed operations to assure adequate water supplies for the population. Wildfire: The perimeter of the Port Townsend Paper is either waterfront or rural with a heavy interlacing of urban wilderness. In addition, mountains of wood chips are stored on site in the open as raw material for the paper making process. Port Townsend Paper coordinates with multiple fire districts to respond in the case of either structural or wildfire situations in and about their facilities. Earthquake, Flood, and Tsunami: Port Townsend Paper is built in a flood, tsunami and seismic hazard area. The characteristics that make this location vulnerable happen to be the characteristics that made it a desirable place for the paper plant in 1927. Water Shortage: Port Townsend Paper is one of the few businesses directly impacted by low water tables and growth in the Jefferson County area. In 2009, the lake supplying water to the region got down to a 20-day supply. Port Townsend Paper has agreements that it will stop operations when the water level reaches a 15-day supply, thus protecting the area’s water supply but hurting its economy. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 744 May 2017 Propane Providers Port Townsend and Jefferson County do not have a natural gas provider. Consequently, heating and cooking are done with wood, electricity, or propane. The primary providers are Cenex, Ferrellgas, Suburban Propane, Mountain Propane, Sunshine Propane, and Propane Northwest, Inc., whose combined service area is shown in the map below. Propane Providers - Coordination Issues Earthquake: Our nightmare scenario is a Magnitude 7 or higher earthquake that detaches 1000 propane tanks from their moorings and starts explosions and fires everywhere. Simulations have shown that a magnitude-7 earthquake centered on the Whidbey Island Fault would devastate Quimper Peninsula, where the majority of Jefferson County’s population is. There is no question that we will eventually be hit with a large earthquake; the only question is when. Partnering with the local propane providers to educate consumers about building codes related to propane tanks, and earthquake resistant set-ups for tanks will help reduce the effects when “the big one” becomes a reality. Two large and damaging explosions recently took place in the central Puget Sound; one a propane tank explosion in a home in Port Orchard on Feb. 23, 2016 resulted in two fatalities. The other was a natural gas explosion in the Greenwood distinct of Seattle on Mar. 9, 2016. Both explosions were widely heard and also reported by some as feeling like an earthquake.18 18 “Explosion “Earthquake”, PNSN Blog, Pacific Northwest Seismic Network, by Steve Malone, March 10, 2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 745 May 2017 Sequim School District No. 32319 (Clallam / Jefferson) Our Mission: On behalf of the Sequim Community the School District shall inspire and achieve excellence in the academic, creative, and physical potential of each student. Contact: 503 N. Sequim Ave. Sequim, WA 98382 Office hours: 7:30am - 4:30pm Phone: 360-582-3260 Fax: 360-683-6303 Sequim School District Boundaries The boundary to the west off of Highway 101 is Blue Mountain Road. Anything west of Blue Mountain Road is the Port Angeles School District. Off of Old Olympic Highway, Gasman Road is the boundary that begins Port Angeles School District. East of Gasman Road is Sequim School District. The east end of our boundary goes all the way to Diamond Point, even though it actually sits in Jefferson County. The portion of the Sequim School District that is in Jefferson County is labeled SD323 and is shown in orange on the map below. 19 http://www.sequimschools.wednet.edu/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 746 May 2017 Sequim School District 323 - Coordination Issues Localized Emergencies.: It is possible to have an event that is localized to the Jefferson County portion of the District and vice versa. This has the potential to create confusion when trying to resolve an ongoing situation. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 747 May 2017 U.S. Coast Guard - Port Townsend20 Established: The 13th Coast Guard District commissioned the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Osprey, the first 87-foot cutter for the District, on June 19, 1999, at Union Warf Pier in Port Townsend, Wash. The 87-foot cutter, built by Bollinger Shipyard, in Lockport, La., is the first to arrive in the Northwest, replacing the 82-foot Point Class Patrol Boats. The cutter brings with it money and timesaving technology such as updated bridge radar and controls, and more safety features including the rear~ deploying small boat. The Osprey also has the capability to support a co-ed crew. The aluminum superstructure and steel hull and main deck are designed for a 25-year service life. The new design has several enhancements over the aging 82-foot patrol boats that it is replacing. Improvements include stability in open ocean (up to 8~ foot seas), significantly upgraded habitability (allowing for a mixed-gender, 10-person crew with 11 berths max), 25~ knot maximum speed, and compliance with all current and projected environmental protection laws. The 87-footer employs an innovative stern launch and recovery system using an aluminum-hulled inboard diesel-powered water jet small boat. The ship's vastly larger pilothouse is equipped with an integrated bridge system including an electronic chart display information system, which interfaces with the Coast Guard’s new surface search radar. Accomplished Operations: Law enforcement, search and rescue, marine environmental response, recreational boating safety enforcement and military readiness. The Osprey was the lead Coast Guard asset in a recent cocaine seizure from the motor vessel Western Wind in February 2000. This was the largest seizure of cocaine in the Northwest, 2.5 tons with a street value of more than $200 million. The Thirteenth Coast Guard District Public Affairs Office (ipa) created this page on January 25, 1999 and last modified it April 22, 2003. This page may be reproduced locally. If any changes are needed please notify D13 (ipa) at 206.220.7237. More Coast Guard information can be accessed at http://www.uscg.mil and a complete list of these fact sheets is at http://www.uscg.mil/d13. 20 www.uscg.mil/d13/docs/factsheets/uscgc_osprey.pdf Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 748 May 2017 USCG - Coordination Issues Law Enforcement and Fire: Heightened patrol requirements mean that the Coast Guard contingent is not always available for search and recovery within the Port Townsend Bay. The Sheriff’s Department Marine Patrol and the Port Townsend Fire Department are working to coordinate efforts. Depending on availability, the Coast Guard may assume incident command, but the fire department in particular is the only unit in the bay with a waterborne firefighting capability. Law Enforcement and Fire may have roles to play at sea in conjunction with the Coast Guard during the aftermath of severe local storms or tsunami. PTFD also provides assistance during oil spills or events that may threaten an ecological disaster. Terrorist: A seaborne terrorist event would undoubtedly result in a response of the Navy, Coast Guard, and appropriate elements of local law and fire departments. The nature of the incident would determine the roles. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 749 May 2017 U.S. Naval Magazine - Indian Island21 Commanding Officer: Cmdr. Nicholas Vande Griend Naval Magazine Indian Island (NAVMAG II) officially joined the four major US Navy installations of Navy Region Northwest during a brief ceremony on April 27th, 2000. The 2,716-acre facility reports directly to the Navy Region Northwest Commander. Indian Island is approximately five miles long and oriented on a north-south axis between Marrowstone Island and the mainland of the Quimper Peninsula, between the waters of Port Townsend and Kilisut Harbor. The NAVMAG II mission is to provide ordnance operations support including the receipt, storage, inspection and issue of naval ordnance. Staffing levels of active duty members, civil service and contract employees remains static and Navy Region Northwest tugs provide docking evolution support to vessels berthed at the wharf. The Ammunition Wharf is located on the extreme northwest part of the island at approximately 48°04'30"N 122°45'00"W. The pier is the primary maritime facility of NAVMAG II and is large enough to accommodate a Nimitz class aircraft carrier (1,040 ft. long/91,487 to 96,358 tons). The pier is 1,500 ft. (457 m) long. Alongside depths at the wharf are 50 ft. (15.2 m) or more. Three mooring buoys are located south of the south endo of the ammunition pier and are utilized as moorage for moorage floats, USN Ship Training, and foul weather anchorages. The Explosive Anchorages listed on Chart 18464 are no longer utilized. United States Coast Pilot 7 mentions a "usual" anchorage of unspecified holding quality about 0.5 to 0.7 nmi south of the “railroad ferry terminal” at Port Townsend, on a muddy bottom in depths of 48 to 60 ft (14.6 to 18.3 m). The location would place the anchorage approximately 1.4 nmi north-northwest of the NAVMAG II Pier. The same document states that in southerly gales, better anchorage is afforded close inshore off the north end of Marrowstone Island or near the head of the bay on a muddy bottom in “moderate depths.” Because of its protected location on Port Townsend Bay, wave motion is not an issue at the wharf and currents are not a significant problem. Prevailing currents within Port Townsend bay north of the wharf are circular, and may set clockwise or counter-clockwise, depending on wind flow and the tide. Harbor pilots who service ships at the wharf, state that ebb tides cause strong currents in Admiralty Inlet. Because of the relatively narrow entrance channel, ships destined for the wharf must keep at least 10 kt steerageway until well west of a line between Point Wilson and Marrowstone Point. A strong north-setting current passes west of Indian Island through Port Townsend Canal (between Indian Island and the mainland of the Quimper Peninsula) during an ebb tide, but the waters of Port Townsend bay, largely diffuse it before it reaches the wharf. Strong southerly winds are the primary hazard for wharf is strong southerly winds that move north around both sides of Indian Island, reaching the pier as south southeasterly. Arriving ships normally approach the pier in a wide, counterclockwise turn, and moor starboard side to the pier 21 http://www.mybaseguide.com/navy/14-550/nb_kitsap_naval_magazine_indian_island Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 750 May 2017 Naval Magazine Indian Island - Coordination Issues Law Enforcement and Fire: NAVMAG II has internal security and fire department to respond to on-base incidents. Personnel work closely with Jefferson County authorities to facilitate mutual understanding of the hazards on the naval base and conduct joint drills with local agencies at least semi-annually. Depending on its nature, a hazardous material incident could involve local and state agency response and support, affecting communities close to the base. No large quantities of regulated hazardous material are stored or used at NAVMAG II and the base environmental department ensures all regulated hazardous waste is removed from the facility within 90 days as prescribed by the Washington State Department of Ecology permit. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 751 May 2017 Washington Department of Ecology22 The Washington State Department of Ecology has ten programs to oversee and preserve the quality of Washington life. Each has its own mission statement: AIR QUALITY Mission: To protect, preserve, and enhance the air quality of Washington to safeguard public health and the environment and support high quality of life for current and future generations. ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT Mission: To measure, assess, and communicate environmental conditions in Washington State. HAZARDOUS WASTE AND TOXICS REDUCTION Mission: To foster sustainability, prevent pollution and promote safe waste management. NUCLEAR WASTE Mission: To lead the effective and efficient cleanup of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hanford Site, ensure sound management of mixed hazardous wastes in Washington, and protect the state’s air, water, and land at and adjacent to the Hanford Site. SHORELANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSISTANCE Mission: To work in partnership with communities to support healthy watersheds and promote statewide environmental interests. Includes Coastal Zone Management (CZM), Federal Permitting (including 401 Water Quality Certification), Floodplain Management, Ocean Management, Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, Shoreline Management, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), Washington Conservation Corps (WCC), and Wetlands. SPILL PREVENTION, PREPAREDNESS, AND RESPONSE Mission: To protect Washington’s environment, public health, and safety through a comprehensive spill prevention, preparedness, and response program. TOXICS CLEANUP Mission: To protect human health and the environment for the people of Washington by preventing, reducing, or eliminating exposure to contamination to support the development of environmentally and economically sustainable communities. (Includes Sediment Management and Underground Storage Tanks.) WASTE 2 RESOURCES Mission: To reduce the amount and the effects of wastes generated in Washington State. Includes the Industrial Section. WATER QUALITY 22 http://www.ecy.wa.gov/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 752 May 2017 Mission: To protect and restore Washington's waters. WATER RESOURCES Mission: To manage water resources to meet the current and future needs of the natural environment and Washington's communities. Includes Water Well Log Report Search and Viewer. Also see the Office of the Columbia River. WA Department of Ecology - Coordination Issues Overlapping Jurisdictions: In the course of a significant event, multiple jurisdictions may have to be notified. For example, a significant oil spill on a body of water requires notification of the Washington Department of Ecology and possibly the USCG, depending on what body of water it is. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 753 May 2017 Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife23 The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife's mandate is to protect and enhance fish and wildlife and their habitats and provide sustainable, fish and wildlife related recreational and commercial opportunities. RCW Title 77 defines the Department’s regulatory authority over the management of species (e.g., hunting and fishing rules, scientific collection permits, bald eagle management). The Department’s Hydraulic Project Approval program regulates construction or performance of work that will use, divert, obstruct, or change the natural flow or bed of any of the salt or freshwaters of the state. The Department also provides technical assistance, science, and support to local governments and state agencies that share responsibility for fish and wildlife habitat protection and recovery. This includes, but is not limited to, work with city and county governments under the Growth Management Act and Shoreline Management Act related to planning, designation and protection of fish and wildlife habitat; assistance to local groups implementing salmon recovery plans; review of development proposals with potential habitat impacts; and review of timber harvest planning and forest practices. At the local level, WDFW's advisory role in protecting fish and wildlife habitat owned by private citizens is set forth in GMA, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) and the Shoreline Management Act. Through these legislative acts, WDFW may provide comments on the accuracy of environmental documents and offer recommendations to reduce impacts of development on wildlife habitat. It is up to the city or county government to incorporate these comments and recommendations in their permits and planning activities, and WDFW's counsel may be modified or rejected by the local government. Because over half of the land base in Washington State is privately owned, decisions made by local governments regarding land use planning and development, including the management of potential natural hazards, significantly affect fish and wildlife and their habitats. For that reason, WDFW is a coordinating entity with expertise to lend to local planning. Fish and Wildlife - Coordination Issues Flood, Severe Local Weather and Ecologically Sensitive Areas: WDFW coordinates with the Jefferson County Public Works and special districts and jurisdictions which need to take fish and wildlife resources into account when proposing flood control and related mitigation activities. An example is the Duckabush and Dosewallips Comprehensive Flood Hazard Management Plan, involving WDFW, Jefferson County Public Works, and other local, state, federal, and tribal entities. 23 http://wdfw.wa.gov/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 754 May 2017 Washington Department of Natural Resources24 In 1957, the legislature created the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to manage state trust lands for the people of Washington. Under the elected leadership of the Commissioner of Public Lands, DNR manages seven specific trusts to generate revenue and preserve forests, water, and habitat. DNR now manages 5.6 million acres of forest, range, agricultural, aquatic, and commercial lands for more than $200 million in annual financial benefit for public schools, state institutions, and county services. Our mission: In partnership with citizens and governments, the Washington State DNR provides innovative leadership and expertise to ensure environmental protection, public safety, perpetual funding for schools and communities, and a rich quality of life. In today's firefighting in rural and forested areas of the state, traditional boundaries between those fighting wildfires and those battling structural fires give way to the common need to help one another. The Department of Natural Resources has established programs to assist Fire Protection Districts. • Federal Excess Property Program • State Surplus Sales • Combined Fire District Assistance Grants Maintaining the health and vitality of Washington forest land is a serious issue. Each year, in Eastern Washington, 13 percent of the forest's potential annual growth is lost to diseases. More than 1,000 earthquakes occur in the state annually. Washington has a record of at least 20 damaging earthquakes during the past 125 years. Volcanoes The Pacific Coast of Washington is at risk from tsunamis. Coastal or submarine landslides or volcanism can cause these destructive waves, but large submarine earthquakes most commonly cause them. Department of Natural Resources - Coordination Issues Interoperability: DNR and the Jefferson County and Port Townsend fire districts frequently support each other on wildland fires. A DNR representative attends the East Jefferson County Chiefs Association meetings to facilitate cooperation at policy levels. Interoperability of equipment and procedures has been a key issue that the DNR and fire districts are working on to improve both the capabilities and the safety of the firefighter in the field. 24 http://www.dnr.wa.gov/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 755 May 2017 Washington State Department of Transportation25 (WSDOT) The Washington State Department of Transportation is the steward of a multimodal transportation system and responsible for ensuring that people and goods move safely and efficiently. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT is responsible for the state ferry system, and works in partnership with others to maintain and improve local roads, railroads and airports, as well as to support alternatives to driving, such as public transportation, bicycles and pedestrian programs. Mission Statement The mission of WSDOT is to keep people and business moving by operating and improving the state’s transportation systems vital to our taxpayers and communities. WSDOT management principles: Leadership We are committed that WSDOT provide strategic vision and leadership for our state’s transportation needs. Delivery and Accountability We shall manage the resources taxpayers and the legislature entrusted to us for the highest possible return on value. We shall be disciplined in our use of both time and money. We shall account for our achievements, our shortcomings and our challenges to citizens, to elected officials, and to other public agencies. Business Practices We shall encourage progressive business management practices in delivering cost effective and efficient transportation services. Our quest for short-term cost savings and business process improvement shall be balanced by the long term need to preserve and improve the state’s transportation systems through sound fiscal planning and asset management. Safety Concern for the health and safety of the people who use and work on our transportation facilities shall be a paramount value in every area of our business. Environmental Responsibility Our work shall incorporate the principles of environmental protection and stewardship into the day- to-day operations of the department as well as the on-going development of the state’s transportation facilities. Excellence and Integrity 25 http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 756 May 2017 Our employees shall work in a culture of workplace excellence and diversity that encourages creativity and personal responsibility, values teamwork, and always respects the contributions of one another and of those with whom we do business. We shall adhere to the highest standards of courtesy, integrity and ethical conduct. We shall encourage and recognize our employees’ professionalism and their career growth. Communications We shall stress the importance of sharing clear, concise and timely information with WSDOT employees, elected officials, community leaders, businesses, citizens and taxpayers, others in the transportation community, with the press and other media. We shall strive for the effectiveness of all our employees in meeting WSDOT’s communications standards. Department of Transportation - Coordination Issues Survivability of Transportation to Jefferson County: Jefferson County is on a peninsula, but its primary supply routes make it feel like an island: two of the three major transportation links, the Ferry System and the Hood Canal Bridge, cross water. Both the ferry system and the Hood Canal Bridge are susceptible to severe winter storms, tsunami, and earthquakes. The photo below shows the 1973 storm that destroyed a section of the Hood Canal Bridge. An earthquake – tsunami combination could take out all of the major transportation routes into Jefferson County, resulting in the County needing to be self-sufficient for many days, and then to be supplemented by emergency transportation assistance. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 757 May 2017 Washington Military Department Emergency Management Division26 The mission of the Washington Military Department’s Emergency Management Division (EMD) is to minimize the impact of emergencies and disasters on the people, property, environment, and economy of Washington State. The Division notifies and alerts state agencies and local governments of impending emergencies and disasters. During state emergencies, EMD manages the State Emergency Operations Center located on Camp Murray, near Tacoma, and coordinates the response to ensure help is provided to those who need it quickly and effectively. The EOC is designated as the central location for information gathering, disaster analysis, and response coordination. Other state agencies with emergency roles may come to the EOC to help coordinate the state response. Federal government agencies, along with state and local volunteer organizations, also may provide representatives. At the EOC, information gathered is used by executives to make decisions concerning emergency actions and to identify and prioritize the use of state resources needed to respond to the emergency. The EOC may issue emergency warnings or disseminate critical information and instructions to government personnel and the public who may need to take emergency protective actions. Emergency Management Division - Coordination Issues Activation Protocols: The Jefferson County Emergency Operations Center has a policy of “leaning forward” when events are predictable, e.g a severe windstorm predicted a day ahead of time. It will activate before the storm hits with an appropriate level of staffing based on weather predictions. In the past, at times like this, the State EOC is manned by a Duty Watch Officer (DWO). When a storm or other event hits multiple counties, the response time from the State EOC may be impacted between the time the DWO starts handling multiple requests and the time additional staffing can be mustered to deal with a growing event. WebEOC Availability: Jefferson County is becoming adept at using WebEOC, particularly to facilitate communications when under Area Command. During the windstorm event named locally by JCDEM as “16 Charlie”, WebEOC was taken off line by the State EOC so that it would not be corrupted while the change-over was made to emergency power. This impacted Jefferson County’s ability to document, disseminate and coordinate operations among fire districts and the PUD under Area Command. Logistics Coordination: There are Indian tribes within Jefferson County that have the legal right to go straight to the State for logistics. In the past, there have been instances when resources requests were made directly to the State, but the tribe called Jefferson County to find out where their stuff was. The 26 http://mil.wa.gov/emergency-management-division/emd-about-us Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 758 May 2017 WebEOC Logistics page is supposed to allow the County to track resource orders, but we have to know about them before we will track them Logistics Bottleneck: During a major event, it is likely that the State EOC Logistics person will be overwhelmed by requests from multiple jurisdictions. This has the potential to create significant bottlenecks at a critical time. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 759 May 2017 Washington State Patrol27 The WSP is a professional law enforcement agency made up of dedicated professionals who work hard to improve the quality of life of our citizens and prevent the unnecessary loss of life on a daily basis. We will continue to work aggressively to enforce laws around the state while protecting the people of Washington from injury and grief. The 600 or so troopers patrolling the highways every day are the most visible part of this agency, but there are also over 1,000 civilian employees who are less visible and just as important. They include those who work for the State Fire Marshal to help prevent fires in the home or workplace; those who work as technicians and scientists in our crime labs processing DNA samples to help prosecute criminal cases; and they include investigative support staff who maintain our criminal records and databases so that sex offenders don’t end up working with children. Keeping our state safe is a huge job, even with our commissioned and civilian staff. That is why we routinely partner with other law enforcement, traffic safety, and criminal justice agencies to provide the highest quality of service to the citizens of this state. Locally, approximately 18 troopers and 2 sergeants are assigned across the North Olympic Peninsula to cover all of Jefferson and Clallam Counties with a detachment office along SR 101 just east of Port Angeles. Washington State Patrol - Coordination Issues Communications Interoperability: Communications is a significant challenge in the Olympic Peninsula because of geographical considerations with the rugged Olympic Mountains and the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Dealing with a host of agencies all working on different radio platforms continues to hamper effective multi-agency response to incidents. WSP Staffing: During a major event, the WSP will have a significant role in maintaining the viability of State Highways. Having sufficient staff to provide liaison with county emergency departments and the State while keeping control of the State highway system will be of paramount importance. Yet, due to a combination of economic and sociologic issues, it is very difficult to recruit officers for the WSP in 2016. This has the potential to severely hamper response and recovery during regional disaster events requiring a police presence. WSP Response Time: Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend do not have the resources to maintain a “full function” police department or sheriff’s office. Thus, neither has a crime lab or bomb squad or an armored vehicle, etc. As a result, in a major law incident that requires a more esoteric response, they rely on the resources of the WSP. In 2016, for example, a school worker found an old pipe bomb in his school building and carried it to the police station in Port Townsend. This resulted in the evacuation of the police station and the other agencies resident in the building used by the PTPD, e.g. the food bank, the Red Cross, and KPTZ FM radio. The city police called in the WSP Bomb Squad to take possession of the pipe bomb and detonate 27 http://www.wsp.wa.gov/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 760 May 2017 it – but even with a team ready-to-go, it takes the bomb squad 2 – 3 hours to get to Port Townsend from its home base. There is no good fix for this. It is not economically feasible to have a bomb squad, etc. stationed in every town and city that could have a problem. In a really extreme situation, a small unit such as the bomb squad could be airlifted to the incident by helicopter – but even this is expensive and would not always be a viable solution. The best that can be done is to have good communications among agencies and established contingency plans for rapid deployment of needed assets during a major incident. For example, the State Ferry System is considered part of Washington’s highway system. In an incident, such as a bomb found on board while at the Port Townsend dock, both the WSP and the USCG could have overlapping jurisdiction, along with coordination needed with the city police. It is best to have easily recognized scenarios preplanned for, rather than attempting to establish responsibilities at the time of the incident. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 761 May 2017 SECTION VII Appendices Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 762 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 763 May 2017 APPENDICES Appendix A Acronyms Appendix B Contact Points & Contributors Appendix C Endnotes (Moved to behind each topic.) Appendix D Frequently Asked Questions Appendix E Resources Appendix F Adoption Resolutions Appendix G Public Participation Documentation Appendix H Planning Meeting Documentation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 764 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 765 May 2017 Appendix A – Acronyms Acronyms *Entry has been added or updated in the 2016 Revision. Acronym Description A.D.* Anno Domini - in the Christian era; used before dates after the supposed year Christ was born; "in AD 200" AHAB* All Hazard Alert Broadcast (Tsunami Warning System) AMOC* Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation APCO* Association of Public Safety Communications Officials APSAP* Alternate Public Safety Access Point ASB* Associated Student Body AV* Avalanche BCA Benefit/Cost Analysis BOCC* Board of County Commissioners BPA* Bonneville Power Administration BR* Bankruptcy BFD* Brinnon Fire Department (JCFD4) CCFD1* Clallam County Fire District No. 1 CCFD3* Clallam County Fire District No. 3 CFR Code of Federal Regulations CME* Coronal Massive Ejection CRS Community Rating System CRX* Cascade Rising Exercise (Multi-State, Multi-agency, Cascadia Subduction Zone Event Exercise) CTS* Clallam Transit Authority CWOP* Closed Without Paying DCD Jefferson County Department of Community Development DEM Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management DFD* Data Flow Diagram DNV* Det Norske Veritas – Accreditation Company DR* Emergency Declaration or Drought, depending on context. DSD Port Townsend Developmental Services Department DBVFD* Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department (JCFD5) DW* Damaging Wind DWO* Duty Watch Officer ECY* Ecology EJFR* East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (JCFD1) EMD* Emergency Management Division EOC* Emergency Operations Center EQ Earthquake FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency FL Flood FOCS* Friends of Chimacum Schools Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 766 May 2017 Acronym Description FS Fire Suppression Declaration Ga* Billion Years GIS Geographic Information Systems GMA Growth Management Act HAZMAT* Hazardous Material HAZMIT* Hazard Mitigation HEMP* High Altitude Electromagnetic Pulse HIVA Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment HRI* Heat Related Illness IPCC* Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change ISIS* Islamic State in Iraq and Syria JARC Job Access Reverse Commute JC Jefferson County JCC* Jefferson County Code JCDEM* Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management JCEP* Jefferson County Education Partnership JCFD1* Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 (East Jefferson Fire & Rescue) JCFD2* Jefferson County Fire District No. 2 (Quilcene Volunteer Fire Dept) JCFD3* Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 (Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue) JCFD4* Jefferson County Fire District No. 4 (Brinnon Volunteer Fire Dept) JCFD5* Jefferson County Fire District No. 5 (Discovery Bay / Gardiner) JCFD6* Jefferson County Fire District No. 6 (Cape George – annexed by JCFD1 (EJFR)) JCIA* Jefferson County International Airport JCSO Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office JPREP* Jefferson County – Port Townsend Regional Emergency Preparedness Network ka* Thousand Years ky* Kilo Years LN Landslide LSR* Local Storm Report LT Long-Term Ma* Million Years MET* The Met Office is the UK's National Meteorological Service. MGD* Million Gallons Per Day NAVMAG II Naval Magazine – Indian Island NCDC* National Climatic Data Center NENA* National Emergency Number Association NFIP National Flood Insurance Program nmi* Nautical Mile NOAA* National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOPRCD* North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development NPREP* Neighborhood Preparedness (Action Groups) OCEAN* OCEAN stands for Opportunity, Community, Experience, Academics, Navigation, an alternative program. OG Ongoing OGWS* Olympic Gravity Water System Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 767 May 2017 Acronym Description OPEPO* OPEPO is a 1st-5th grade alternative multi-age program within the Port Townsend Public School District, where students work cooperatively with two teacher / facilitators. OPS-CAN* Olympic Public Safety Communications Alliance Network PLFR Port Ludlow Fire – Rescue (JCFD3) PSAP* Public Safety Access Point PSP* Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning PT Port Townsend PUD* Public Utility District PW Public Works PTFD Port Townsend Fire Department PTMC* Port Townsend Municipal Code PTPD Port Townsend Police Department QFR* Quilcene Fire & Rescue (JCFD2) RL* Repetitive Loss SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition SD School District SO Sheriff’s Office SORCE* SOlar Radiation and Climate Experiment SPC* Storm Prediction Center SRL* Severe Repetitive Loss ST Short-Term THC* Thermohaline Circulation TS Tsunami VO Volcano VSOP* VSOP (planets) or Variations séculaires des orbites planétaires, mathematical theories for the calculation of the orbits and the positions of the planets UK* United Kingdom (Great Britain) USCG* United States Coast Guard WAANG* Washington Air National Guard WAMOA* Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators WASA* Washington Association of School Administrators WASBO* Washington Association of School Business Officials WebEOC* WebEOC is the name of a software package run by the State to allow documentation of and communication with County EOC’s during activations. WRIA* Water Resource Inventory Area WS* Winter Storm WSAC* Washington State Association of Counties WSDNR* Washington State Department of Natural Resources WSDOT* Washington State Department of Transportation WSECY* Washington State Department of Ecology WSP* Washington State Patrol WSSDA* Washington State School Directors’ Association WSTIP* Washington State Transit Insurance Pool WUI* Wildland Urban Interface WWRHCC* Western Washington Rural Health Care Collaborative Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 768 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 769 May 2017 Appendix B Contact Points & Contributors Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 770 May 2017 Contact Points Jefferson County MAILING ADDRESS: Lynn Sterbenz Director Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 TELEPHONE: (360) 385-9368 FAX: (360) 379-0521 E-MAIL: lsterbenz@co.jefferson.wa.us City of Port Townsend MAILING ADDRESS: Michael Evans Police Chief Port Townsend Police Department City of Port Townsend 2520 Blaine St, Ste 100 Port Townsend, WA 98368 TELEPHONE: (360) 385-2322 FAX: (360) 379-4438 E-MAIL: mevans@cityofpt.us Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 771 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan Participants (Stakeholders) Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Steering Committee 1. Jefferson County Dept. of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 bhamlin@co.jefferson.wa.us Lynn Sterbenz Director 360.385.9368 Steering Committee Member Plan Sponsor; Plan Writer 2. Jefferson County Dept. of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 bhamlin@co.jefferson.wa.us Bob Hamlin Director 360.385.9368 (Retired 12/31/2016) Steering Committee Member Plan Sponsor; Plan Writer 3. Jefferson County Dept. of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 kkeplinger@co.jefferson.wa.us Keppie Keplinger Deputy Program Manager 360.385-9368 (Retired 09/30/2016) Steering Committee Member Plan Sponsor; Plan Writer 4. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 kclow@cityofpt.us Ken Clow Director Port Townsend Public Works 360.379.5090 Steering Committee Member Plan Direction, Provide Resources 5. Port Townsend Police Department 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us Michael Evans Chief of Police 360.385.2322 Steering Committee Member Plan Direction, Provide Resources, Grant Liaison Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 772 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 6. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 lbailey@cityofpt.us Lance Bailey Director Development Services Dept 360.390.4048 Steering Committee Member Plan Direction, Provide Resources 7. Jefferson County Dept. of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us Ken Horvath Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Project Coordinator 360.385.9368 Steering Committee Member Plan Writer; Grant Writer All Hazard Mitigation Plan Advisory Group 8. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 24 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 gpomeroy@ejfr.org Gordon Pomeroy Fire Chief 360.385-2626 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 9. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 40 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 tkrysinski@ejfr.org Ted Krysinski Asst Fire Chief 360.385-2626 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 10. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 40 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 btracer@ejfr.org Brian Tracer Asst Fire Chief 360.385-2626 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 773 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 11. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 40 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Tysseldyke-all@ejfr.org Terri Ysseldyke-All District Secretary 360.385-2626 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Facilitator – Made sure the resolution was done. 12. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 2 (JCFD2) Dba Quilcene Volunteer Fire Dept (QVFD) P.O. Box 433 Quilcene, WA 98376 chief@qvfd.org Larry Karp Fire Chief 360.765.3333 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 13. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 3 (JCFD3) dba Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 brad.martin@plfr.org Brad Martin Fire Chief 360.437.2236 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 14. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 4 (JCFD4) 272 Schoolhouse Rd P.O. Box 42 Brinnon, WA 98320 tmanly@brinnonfire.org Tim Manly Fire Chief 360.796.4450 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 15. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 5 (JCFD5) dba Discovery Bay Fire and Rescue 12 Bentley Pl. Port Townsend, WA 98368 wkneopfle@dbvfr.org Willie Kneopfle Fire Chief 360.379.6839 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 774 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 16. Port Townsend Police Department 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us Michael Evans Chief of Police 360.385.2322 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 17. City of Port Townsend – Public Works 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 kclow@cityofpt.us Ken Clow Director 360.379.5090 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Steering Committee Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 18. Jefferson County Public Hospital District #2 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 hwittington@jeffersonhealthcare.org Hilary Whittington, Chief Financial Officer 360.385.2200 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 19. Jefferson County Public Hospital District #2 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 bhunt@jeffersonhealthcare.org Bill Hunt, Emergency Manager 360.385.2200 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 20. Jefferson County Public Hospital District #2 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 eharland@jeffersonhealthcare.org Elaina Harland 360.385.2200 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 21. Jefferson County Public Hospital District #2 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mfeeny@jeffersonhealthcare.org Mary Feeny 360.385.2200 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 775 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 22. Jefferson County Library District 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA 98339 mwagner@jclibrary.info Meredith Wagner Director 360.385.6544 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 23. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 samg@portofpt.com Sam Gibboney Director 360.385.0656 (Effective 06/01/2016) Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 24. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 larry@portofpt.com Larry Crockett Director 360.385.0656 Retired 5/31/2016 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 25. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jim@portofpt.com Jim Pivarnik Deputy Director 360.385.0656 No longer with Port of PT. Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 26. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 snelson@portofpt.com Sue Nelson Executive Assistant 360.385.0656 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 27. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 eric@portofpt.com Eric Toews Director of Planning, Properties, and Environment 360.385.0656 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 776 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 28. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 greg@portofpt.com Greg Englin Director of Operations 360.385.0656 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 29. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jpolm@ptschools.org John Polm Superintendent of Schools 360.379.4501 (Effective 7/1/2016) Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 30. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 dengle@ptschools.org Dr. David Engle Superintendent of Schools (Retired 6/30/2016) 360.379.4501 Updated School District Emergency Plan completed June 2009. Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 31. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 btaylor@ptschools.org Brad Taylor Director of Facilities 360.379.4501 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 32. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org Patricia Beathard Superintendent 360.796-4646 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Action, Review Plan 33. Chimacum School District No. 49 P.O. Box 287 Chimacum, WA 98325-0278 rick_thompson@csd49.org Rick Thompson Superintendent 360.302.5896 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Plan Review & Recommend Approval Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 777 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 34. Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 146000 HWY 101 Forks, WA 98331 scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu Scott M. Carter Superintendent 360.962.2395 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Plan Review & Recommend Approval 35. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 wlis@qsd48.org Wally F. Lis Superintendent 360.765.3363 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Action, Review Plan 36. Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 P.O. Box 60 Forks, WA 98331 diana.reaume@qvschools.org Diana Reaume Superintendent 360.374.6262 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Action, Review Plan 37. Jefferson Transit Authority 63 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.com Tammi Rubert General Manager 360.385.4777 Opted Out in 2009, 2016. Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Action, Review Plan 38. Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County P.O. Box 929 230 Chimacum Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 jparker@jeffpud.org James Parker Director 360.385.5800 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Plan Review, Critique, and Recommend Approval 39. Jefferson County – Dept of Community Development 621 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Stacie Prada Mgr – Long Range Planning 360.379.4450 Elected as county treasurer. Position now vacant. (2016) Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Plan Review, Critique, and Recommend Approval 40. Jefferson County – Dept of Public Works 623 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Joel Peterson Associate Planner 360.385-9160 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Plan Review, Critique, and Recommend Approval Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 778 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks Stakeholder – Reviewers - Contributors 41. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 pmorely@co.jefferson.wa.us Philip Morley County Administrator 360.385.9500 Stakeholder Plan Direction, Provide Resources 42. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 pjohnson@co.jefferson.wa.us Phil Johnson County Commissioner, District 1 360.385.9100 Stakeholder, Review & Approve Review & Adopt Plan 43. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 dsullivan@co.jefferson.wa.us David Sullivan County Commissioner, District 2 360.385.9100 Stakeholder, Review & Approve Review & Adopt Plan 44. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 kkler@co.jefferson.wa.us Kathleen Kler County Commissioner, District 3 360.385.9100 Stakeholder, Review & Approve Review & Adopt Plan 45. Jefferson County 623 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mreinders@co.jefferson.wa.us Monte Reinders, P.E. Director Jefferson County Public Works 3385.9160 Also, County Engineer Stakeholder, Contributor Provide input to the Plan 46. Jefferson County Dept. of Community Development 621 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 dgoldsmith@co.jefferson.wa.us David Goldsmith Interim Director of DCD 360.379.4450 Preceded Patty Charnas as Interim Director until replacement for Carl Smith found. Stakeholder County Planning, Plan Direction, Provide Resources 47. Jefferson County Dept. of Community Development 621 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Carl Smith (Retired) Preceded David Goldsmith as Director of DCD Stakeholder County Planning, Plan Direction, Provide Resources Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 779 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 48. Jefferson County Dept. of Community Development 621 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 pcharnas@co.jefferson.wa.us Patty Charnas Director 360.379.4450 Stakeholder Plan Direction, Provide Resources 49. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 treasurerstaff@co.jefferson.wa.us Stacie Prada Jefferson County Treasurer 360.385.9150 Stakeholder, Provide Input Provide Financial Profile of County; County Assets at risk. 50. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 racarroll@co.jefferson.wa.us Rose Ann Carroll Jefferson County Auditor 360.385.9121 (Accounting) Stakeholder, Provide Input Provide elected officials contacts; political profile of County. 51. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 jchapman@co.jefferson.wa.us Jeff Chapman Jefferson County Assessor 360.385.9105 Stakeholder, Provide Input Provide private assets at risk within the County. 52. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 dtimmons@cityofpt.us David Timmons City Manager 360.379.5043 Stakeholder, Authorized Agent for City Plan Direction, Provide Resources 53. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 dstinson@cityofpt.us Deborah Stinson 360.379.5047 Mayor, City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan 54. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 crobinson@cityofpt.us Catharine Robinson 360.379.5047 Deputy Mayor, City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 780 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 55. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 msandoval@cityofpt.us Michelle Sandoval 360.379.5047 City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan 56. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 rgray@cityofpt.us Robert Gray 360.379.5047 City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan 57. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 ahoward@cityofpt.us Amy Howard 360.379.5047 City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan 58. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 padams@cityofpt.us Pamela Adams 360.379.5047 City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan 59. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 dfaber@cityofpt.us David Faber 360.379.5047 City Council Advise, Review & Adopt Plan 60. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jsanders@cityofpt.us Joanna Sanders City Clerk 360 379-5045 City Staff, Contact Resolution Review 61. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 sgross@cityofpt.us Steve Gross City Attorney 360.379.5048 City Staff, Contact Resolution Review 62. City of Port Townsend Development Services Department 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 lbailey@cityofpt.us Lance Bailey Director 360.390.4048 Steering Committee Member City Planning; Provide Resources; Review & Critique Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 781 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 63. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jurber@cityofpt.us Judy Surber Planning Manager 360.379.5084 City Staff, Contact Provide City NFIP Data, Plan Review & Critique 64. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 stiffany@cityofpt.us Sara Tiffany Grant Accountant 360.390-4115 City Staff, Contact Manage City-side of E16-091 Grant. 65. City of Port Townsend 250 Madison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 tjohnson@cityofpt.us Tyler Johnson GIS Coordinator 360.390.4062 Provide cartographic support. 66. Jefferson County – JeffCom 911 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 khatton@jcpsn.us Karl Hattan Director 360.385.3831 x588 Stakeholder Plan contributor, Review & Critique 67. Jefferson County Sheriff Department 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 dstanko@co.jefferson.wa.us David Stanko Sheriff 360.385.3831 Stakeholder Plan contributor, Review & Critique 68. Jefferson County Sheriff Department 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 jnole@co.jefferson.wa.us Joe Nole Undersheriff 360.385.3831 Stakeholder Plan contributor, Review & Critique 69. Port Ludlow Drainage District P.O. Box 65261 Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Nancy Lockett Gray & Osborne, Inc – Consulting Engineers Contractor Engineer, Contact Hazard Profile & Assessment 70. Port Ludlow Drainage District P.O. Box 65261 Port Ludlow, WA 98365 commish@pldd.org Dwight Wilcox District Commissioner, Stakeholder Review & Adopt Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 782 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 71. Port Ludlow Drainage District P.O. Box 65261 Port Ludlow, WA 98365 commish@pldd.org Allen Vyeda District Commissioner, Stakeholder Review & Adopt Plan 72. Port Ludlow Drainage District P.O. Box 65261 Port Ludlow, WA 98365 commish@pldd.org Jim Boyer District Commissioner, Stakeholder Review & Adopt Plan 73. Port Ludlow Drainage District P.O. Box 65261 Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Sue Bartkus District Secretary Staff Support; Turn-around Documents 74. Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue 35 Critter Lane Port Townsend, WA 98368 Richard A Stapf Jr. 360.385.2626 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 75. Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue 35 Critter Lane Port Townsend, WA 98368 Zane Wyll District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 76. Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue 35 Critter Lane Port Townsend, WA 98368 Dave Johnson District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 77. Jefferson County Fire District No. 2 dba Quilcene Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 130 Quilcene, WA quilcenefire@qvfd.org Debbie Randall 360.765.3333 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 78. Jefferson County Fire District No. 2 dba Quilcene Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 130 Quilcene, WA quilcenefire@qvfd.org Herb Beck District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 783 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 79. Jefferson County Fire District No. 2 dba Quilcene Volunteer Fire Department P.O. Box 130 Quilcene, WA quilcenefire@qvfd.org Melody Bacchus District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 80. Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue 7650 Oak Bay Rd Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Bob Pontius Chairman (360) 437-2899 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 81. Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue 7650 Oak Bay Rd Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Raelene Rossart Vice Chairman (360) 437-2899 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 82. Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue 7650 Oak Bay Rd Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Ed Davis (360) 437-2899 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 83. Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue 7650 Oak Bay Rd Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Eugene Q. Carmody, Jr (360) 437-2899 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 84. Jefferson County Fire District No. 3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue 7650 Oak Bay Rd Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Ron Helmonds (360) 437-2899 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 85. Jefferson County Fire District Nbr 4 (JCFD4) Patrick Nicholson Fire Chief (Former) Chief until 02/2016. Contributed initial updates to profile & hazard survey. Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 784 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 86. Jefferson County Fire District No. 4 dba Brinnon Fire Department 272 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 96320 rgarrison@brinnonfire.org Ronald D. Garrison (360) 796-4450 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 87. Jefferson County Fire District No. 4 dba Brinnon Fire Department 272 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 96320 kmcedwards@brinnonfire.org Ken McEdwards (360) 796-4450 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 88. Jefferson County Fire District No. 4 dba Brinnon Fire Department 272 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 96320 msmith@brinnonfire.org Meril Smith (360) 796-4450 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 89. Jefferson County Fire District No. 4 dba Brinnon Fire Department 272 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 96320 peggyw@brinnonfire.org Peggy Ware (360) 796-4450 District Secretary Staff Support 90. Jefferson County Fire District No. 5 dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department #12 Bentley Place Port Townsend, WA 98368 info@dbvfr.org Bill Gallant (360 797-7711 District Commissioner Position 1, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 91. Jefferson County Fire District No. 5 dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department #12 Bentley Place Port Townsend, WA 98368 info@dbvfr.org Ford Kessler 360.797.7711 District Commissioner Position 2, Contact Review & Adopt Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 785 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 92. Jefferson County Fire District No. 5 dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department #12 Bentley Place Port Townsend, WA 98368 info@dbvfr.org Barbara Knoepfle 360.797.7711 District Commissioner Position 3, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 93. Public Hospital District 1 David L. Dickson Opted Out District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 94. Public Hospital District 1 Nikki Hay Opted Out District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 95. Public Hospital District 1 Carol Jean Young Opted Out District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 96. Public Hospital District 2 Dba Jefferson HealthCare 834 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 adeleo@jeffersonhealthcare.org Anthony F. DeLeo (360) 385-2200 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 97. Public Hospital District 2 Dba Jefferson HealthCare 834 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mready@jeffersonhealthcare.org Matt Ready (360) 385-2200 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 98. Public Hospital District 2 Dba Jefferson HealthCare 834 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 kkolff@jeffersonhealthcare.org Dr. Kees Kolff (360) 385-2200 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 786 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 99. Public Hospital District 2 Dba Jefferson HealthCare 834 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mdressler@jeffersonhealthcare.org Mari Dressler (360) 385-2200 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 100. Public Hospital District 2 Dba Jefferson HealthCare 834 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jbuhler@jeffersonhealthcare.org Jill Buhler (360) 385-2200 District Commissioner, Contact Review & Adopt Plan 101. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Larry Crockett Director (360) 385-0656 Stakeholder Plan Review & Recommend Approval 102. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Jim Pivarnik Deputy Director (360) 385-0656 Stakeholder Plan Review & Recommend Approval 103. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Steve Tucker (360) 385-0656 Commissioner Position 1 Plan Review & Adopt 104. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Brad Clinefelter (360) 385-0656 Commissioner Position 2 Plan Review & Adopt 105. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Peter W. Hanke (360) 385-0656 Commissioner Position 3 Plan Review & Adopt 106. Port of Port Townsend 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 Eric Toews Planning Analyst Plan Review & Contributions 107. Jefferson County Public Library District Leigh Hearon Chairperson 360.385.6544 District Trustee Plan Review & Adopt 108. Jefferson County Public Library District Sylvia White Vice-Chair 360.385.6544 District Trustee Plan Review & Adopt 109. Jefferson County Public Library District Susan Whitmire Secretary 360.385.6544 District Trustee Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 787 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 110. Jefferson County Public Library District Hal Beattie 360.385.6544 District Trustee Plan Review & Adopt 111. Jefferson County Public Library District Ellen Hargis 360.385.6544 District Trustee Plan Review & Adopt 112. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 dengle@ptschools.org Dr. David Engle Superintendent 360.379.4501 Stakeholder Plan Review & Recommend Approval 113. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 rbutler@ptschools.org Roseanne Butler 360.379.4502 District Secretary Staff Support 114. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 kwhite@ptschools.org Keith White 360.379.2272 District 5 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 115. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 cwelch@ptschools.org Connie Welch 360.531.1457 District 1 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 116. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 nohara@ptschools.org Nathanael O’Hara 360.379.4502 District 3 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 117. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jjwilson@ptschools.org Jennifer James-Wilson 360.379.4502 District 2 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 118. Port Townsend School District No. 50 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 ltuclar@ptschools.org Laura Tucker 360.379.4502 District 4 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 788 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 119. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org Patricia Beathard Superintendent 360.796.4646 Stakeholder Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Plan Review 120. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 vshindler@bsd46.org Valerie Schindler 360.796.4646 District 1 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 121. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 rstevens@bsd46.org Ron Stevens 360.796.4646 District 2 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 122. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 jbaisch@bsd46.org Joe Baisch 360.796.4646 District 3 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 123. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 stowne@bsd46.org Shirley Towne 360.796.4646 District 5 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 124. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 wbarnet@bsd46.org William Barnet 360.796.4646 District 4 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 125. Brinnon School District No. 46 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 dprater@bsd46.org Donna Prater 360.796.4646 District Staff, Contact Staff Support 126. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 Stephanie McCleary Admin Asst 360.302.5894 District Staff, Contact Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 789 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks Activities, Plan Review 127. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 sarah_martin@csd49.org Sarah Martin 360.302.5890 District 1 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 128. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 cammy_brown@csd49.org Anna (Cammy) Brown 360.302.5890 District 2 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 129. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 maggie_ejde@csd49.org Maggie Ejde 360.302.5890 District 3 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 130. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 robert_bunker@csd49.org Robert Bunker 360.302.5890 District 4 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 131. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 kevin_miller@csd49.org Kevin Miller 360.302.5890 District 5 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 132. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 Art_clarke@csd49.org Art Clarke 360.302.5895 Finance Operations Profile Update, Turn-Around Docs; Plan Review 133. Chimacum School District No. 49 P,O, Box 278, 91 W. Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 Theresa_burrouhs@csd49.org Theresa Burroughs 360.302.5892 District Administrative Assistant & Accounts Payable Profile Update, Turn-Around Docs; Plan Review 134. Queets – Clearwater School District No. 20 146000 Hwy 101 Lyle Pfeifle 360.962.2395 Fax: 360.962.2038 District 1 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 790 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks Forks, WA 98331 135. Queets – Clearwater School District No. 20 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 Sarah “Selene” Charles 360.962.2395 Fax: 360.962.2038 District 2 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 136. Queets – Clearwater School District No. 20 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 David Atkinson 360.962.2395 Fax: 360.962.2038 District 3 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 137. Queets – Clearwater School District No. 20 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 Rowland Mason 360.962.2395 Fax: 360.962.2038 District 4 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 138. Queets – Clearwater School District No. 20 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 Kristeen C. Mowitch 360.962.2395 Fax: 360.962.2038 District 5 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 139. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 gstebbins@qsd48.org Dr. Gary Stebbins Principal 360.765.3363 District Staff, Stakeholder Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Plan Review 140. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 Mark Apeland 360.765.3363 District 1 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 141. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 Gary Rae 360.765.3363 District 2 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 142. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Vivian Kuehl 360.765.3363 District 3 Commissioner, Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 791 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks Quilcene, WA 98376 Contact 143. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 Gena D. Lont 360.765.3363 District 4 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 144. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 Greg Brotherton 360.765.3363 District 5 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 145. Quilcene School District No. 48 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 pmack@qsd48.org Pamela Mack Business Assistant 360.765.3363 District Secretary Staff Support 146. Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 P.O. Box 60 411 S Spartan Ave Forks, WA 98331 Val James Giles 360.374.6262 District 1 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 147. Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 P.O. Box 60 411 S Spartan Ave Forks, WA 98331 Rick Gale 360.374.6262 District 2 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 148. Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 P.O. Box 60 411 S Spartan Ave Forks, WA 98331 Bill Rhode 360.374.6262 District 3 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 149. Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 P.O. Box 60 411 S Spartan Ave Forks, WA 98331 Brian Pederson 360.374.6262 District 4 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 150. Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 P.O. Box 60 411 S Spartan Ave Forks, WA 98331 Mike Reeves 360.374.6262 District 5 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 792 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 151. Jefferson Transit Authority 63 4 Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.com Tammi Rubert General Manager 360.385.3020 x107 Opted Out in 2016 Stakeholder, Advisory Grp Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 152. Jefferson Transit Authority 63 4 Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 clran@jeffersontransit.com Cheryl Loran Account Specialist / Grants/Procurement Administrator 360.385.3020 X105 Opted Out in 2016 JTA Staff Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Review Plan 153. Port of Port Townsend P.O. Box 1180 2701 Jefferson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Steve Tucker 360.385.0656 District 1 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 154. Port of Port Townsend P.O. Box 1180 2701 Jefferson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Brad Clinefelter 360.385.0656 District 2 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 155. Port of Port Townsend P.O. Box 1180 2701 Jefferson Street Port Townsend, WA 98368 Peter W. Hanke 360.385.0656 District 3 Commissioner Plan Review & Adopt 156. Jefferson County Public Utility District 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Don McDaniel 360.385.5800 District Staff, Contact Hazard Profile & Assessment, Determine Mitigation Activities, Plan Review 157. Jefferson County Public Utility District 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Barney Burke 360.385.5800 Until December 2016 District 1 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 158. Jefferson County Public Utility District 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Jeff Randall 360.385.5800 Starting in 2017 District 1 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 793 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 159. Jefferson County Public Utility District 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Kenneth Collins 360.385.5800 District 2 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 160. Jefferson County Public Utility District 310 Four Corners Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 Wayne King 360.385.5800 District 3 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 161. Water District No. 1 (Paradise Bay) Calvin (Cal) White 360.437.9492 Opted Out (2009) District 1 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 162. Water District No. 1 (Paradise Bay) Vernon Good 360.437.9492 Opted Out (2009) District 2 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 163. Water District No. 1 (Paradise Bay) Raelene Rossart 360.437.9492 Opted Out (2009) District 3 Commissioner, Contact Plan Review & Adopt 164. Water District No. 2 (Brinnon) Jeremy N. Mueller 360.796.4684 Opt Out – Too Small; No needs. Commissioner Position 1, Contact District Commissioner 165. Water District No. 2 (Brinnon) Daniel Carlson 360.796.4684 Opt Out – Too Small; No needs. Commissioner Position 2, Contact District Commissioner 166. Water District No. 2 (Brinnon) Wayne Shlaeflie 360.796.4684 Opt Out – Too Small; No needs. Commissioner Position 3, Contact District Commissioner 167. Water District No. 3 Dissolved by the State. No Longer Exists. 168. Parks & Recreation District No. 1 Gary Elmer 360.765.5061 Opt Out in 2009 Commissioner Position 1 Plan Review & Adopt 169. Parks & Recreation District No. 1 Dennis Schmitt 360.765.5061 Opt Out in 2009 Commissioner Position 2 Plan Review & Adopt 170. Parks & Recreation District No. 1 Larry Robinson 360.765.5061 Opt Out in 2009 Commissioner Position 3 Plan Review & Adopt 171. Parks & Recreation District No. 1 Cathy Bowman 360.765.5061 Opt Out in 2009 Commissioner Position 4 Plan Review & Adopt Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 794 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 172. Parks & Recreation District No. 1 Richard Hull 360.765.5061 Opt Out in 2009 Commissioner Position 5 Plan Review & Adopt Additional Contributors 173. City of Port Townsend – Administration 250 Monroe St Port Townsend, WA 98368 kmclauglin@cityofpt.us Kelly McLaughlin Admin Assistant 360.379.5047 City Administration, Contact Plan Review, Data Resource – City Assets 174. City of Port Townsend – City Clerk 250 Monroe St Port Townsend, WA 98368 janders@cityofpt.us Joanna Sanders 360.385-5083 City Administration Manage adoption resolution. 175. City of Port Townsend – Public Works 250 Monroe St Port Townsend, WA 98368 stiffany@cityofpt.us Sarah Tiffany Project Grant Accountant 360.390-4115 City’s Grant Manager for the Public Works Dept. Grant Administration for the city. 176. City of Port Townsend – Public Works 250 Monroe St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jmerchant@cityofpt.us John Merchant Ops Manager Stakeholder Plan Review 177. City of Port Townsend – Public Works 250 Monroe St Port Townsend, WA 98368 tjohnson@cityofpt.us Tyler Johnson GIS Project Mgr. 360.379.5092 City Administration, Contact Provide City Graphics for Plan 178. City of Port Townsend – Public Works 250 Monroe St Port Townsend, WA 98368 ijablonski@cityofpt.us Ian Jablonski Water Quality Manager Asst Mgr. 360.379-5001 Stakeholder Coordinate Water System Emergency Plan, Develop Mitigation Activity 179. Jefferson County – Central Services Dept. P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Doug Noltemier Staff - Contact County GIS – Provide Maps Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 795 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks pmorely@co.jefferson.wa.us 180. Washington State – Dept of Natural Resources http://www.dnr.wa.gov/contact-us Dave Christensen Staff - Contact Provide County CRS and NFIP Data for the Plan 181. Jefferson County – Dept of Public Health Susan Porto Staff - Contact Provide County Water District Inventory 182. Jefferson County – Public Works P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 skilmer@co.jefferson.wa.us Scott Kilmer Staff - Contact Provide County Road Damage Figures & Photos due to Landslide 183. Jefferson County – Public Works P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 ssolomon@co.jefferson.wa.us Shelly Solomon Staff - Contact Provide County River Channel Avulsion Research 184. Jefferson County P.O. Box 1220 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Carl Smith (Retired) Prior County Administrator Contact Initiated Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Project 185. Citizen Tom Camfield Author, Publisher Contact Provide Photos of Severe Weather 186. Housing Authority of Kitsap & Jefferson Counties Roy Sorsby Operations Manager Contact after absorbing HAJC Opt Out – No assets owned in Jefferson County 187. NAVMAG Indian Island (NMII) Cdr Nicholas Vande Griend Commanding Officer Review & Approve Coord Entity Write-up 188. NAVMAG Indian Island (NMII) Mona Acorace Admin Assistant – Staff Support Coordinating Entity Write-up Editing Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 796 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 189. NAVMAG Indian Island (NMII) John Mabbit Manager – NMII Emergency Management Coordinating Entity Write-up Editing 190. NAVMAG Indian Island (NMII) Steve Brokens Manager – Port Operations Coordinating Entity Write-up Editing 191. NAVMAG Indian Island (NMII) Bill Kalina Manager – NMII Environmental Pgms Coordinating Entity Write-up Editing 192. Citizen Contributor Robert Bindschadler (NASA Emeritus Scientist) Climatologist Content Contribution Significant Editing / Consultation re Climate Change 193. Citizen Contributor Pam Clise Content Contribution 194. Citizen Contributor Dennis Crawford Content Contribution 195. Citizen Contributor Linda Davis (2016) Solstice Farm Resilience Strategy Content 196. Citizen Contributor – Brinnon Emergency Group Jacque Hartley Content Contribution 197. Citizen Contributor Jeffery Hartman Content Contribution 198. Citizen Contributor Sue Horvath (2016) Content Contribution 199. Citizen Contributor Pete Hubbard (2016) Content Contribution 200. Citizen Contributor – North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation & Development Cindy Jayne (2016) Climate Change Preparedness Plan Content Contribution Significant Editing / Consultation re Climate Change Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 797 May 2017 Line Nbr Organization/Email Address Contact Person & Position Phone Notes Role Tasks 201. Citizen Contributor Rita Kepner (2016) Content Contribution 202. Citizen Contributor Deborah Stinson Content Contribution 203. Citizen Contributor Vicki Young Content Contribution 204. Citizen Contributor Mike Zimmerman (2016) Retired Park Ranger Content Contribution Marrowstone Island Estimate 205. Washington State Military Department Emergency Management Division MS: TA-20, Building 20 Camp Murray, Washington 98430-5122 Brynne Walker (2015 – Current) Hazard Mitigation Program Manager State Review of Jefferson County Plan Pre-FEMA State review and critique. 206. Washington State Military Department Emergency Management Division MS: TA-20, Building 20 Camp Murray, Washington 98430-5122 Tim Cook (2014-2015) Hazard Mitigation Program Manager State Review of Jefferson County Plan PDM Grant Coordination Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 798 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 799 May 2017 Appendix C Endnotes* *Endnotes & citations have been moved to immediately behind their relevant topic. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 800 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 801 May 2017 Appendix D Frequently Asked Questions Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 802 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 803 May 2017 Frequently Asked Questions What is natural hazard mitigation? Natural hazard mitigation is the development and implementation of activities designed to reduce or eliminate losses resulting from natural hazards. Why develop a natural hazards mitigation strategy? Developing a mitigation strategy for Jefferson County completes the process of planning that began with the Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (HIVA). This report serves to establish a foundation for coordination and collaboration among local agencies, jurisdictions, and the citizens of Jefferson County in addition to providing a basis for identifying mitigation strategies and future mitigation projects as a means to assist in meeting the requirements of various federal assistance programs. The rising cost of responding to and recovering from natural disasters has led to an increased interest in identifying effective ways to reduce the vulnerability to natural hazards and the disasters these hazards can create. Natural hazard mitigation plans assist communities in identifying the hazards that could impact them, determining the vulnerability of the community to these hazards, and identifying mitigation strategies to prevent or reduce the impacts these hazards pose to the community through a coordinated, multi-jurisdictional approach. To encourage such activity, Congress passed the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 is intended to facilitate cooperation between state and local authorities, prompting them to work together. It encourages and rewards local and state pre-disaster planning and promotes sustainability as a strategy for disaster resistance. To implement the new Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requirements, the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) at 44 CFR Parts 201 and 206, establish planning and funding criteria for state and local governments. The primary purpose of hazard mitigation is to identify community policies, actions, and tools for implementation over the long term that will result in a reduction in risk and potential for future losses community-wide. This is accomplished by using a systematic process of learning about the hazards that can affect the community, setting clear goals, identifying appropriate actions, following through with an effective mitigation strategy, and keeping the plan current. What are the benefits of hazard mitigation? • Save lives and property – communities can save lives and reduce property damage from natural hazards through mitigation actions, such as moving families and their homes out of Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 804 May 2017 harm’s way or by limiting development and/or regulating the type of construction or structures allowed in certain areas. • Reduce vulnerability to future hazards – by having a mitigation strategy in place, communities are better prepared to take the proper steps that will permanently reduce the risk of future losses. • Facilitate post-disaster funding – by identifying mitigation strategies and projects before the next disaster, Jefferson County communities will be in a better position to obtain post-disaster funding because much of the background work necessary for funding assistance will already be in place. Who does the natural hazards mitigation plan benefit? The Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan was developed, written, and adopted as a multi-jurisdictional natural hazards mitigation plan for the benefit of the incorporated municipalities, various special purpose districts, and the unincorporated rural areas of Jefferson County. It is anticipated that a large number of county special purpose districts will also adopt this plan in order to benefit from future hazard mitigation funding. The information contained in this plan is applicable countywide and serves to provide the framework for natural hazard mitigation within Jefferson County. Much has already been gained in simply developing this plan and establishing the basic mitigation strategies that have been incorporated into this document. It is hoped that the spirit of inter-jurisdictional cooperation that has begun with this planning effort will continue in the years to come thereby providing further benefits to all jurisdictions and agencies within the county as well as the citizens these jurisdictions and agency serve. Furthermore, the Plan was developed following the process set forth in the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 as well as the requirements of the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System. By doing so, it is anticipated that the citizens living in those jurisdictions within Jefferson County that participate in the Community Rating System could possibly further benefit from this plan through an additional decrease in their flood insurance premiums. What is it going to cost me? The writing of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan was funded by a combination of a grant from FEMA and matching funds from the City of Port Townsend. There will be some relatively minor costs incurred in staff time to gather the information to go into the Plan for your own district. Costs of the mitigation activities, themselves, belong to those jurisdictions and special districts that initiate them, and are funded as the originating entity deems most appropriate, whether by tax revenues, bonds, grants or loans. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 805 May 2017 Appendix E Resources Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 806 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 807 May 2017 RESOURCES General • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2009. Available at: http://www.jprephazmitplan.org or at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/2009%20Hazard%20Mitigation%20Plan.pdf • Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (THIRA), 2011. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Jefferson%20Co%20HIVA%202011.pdf • Jefferson County Washington Comprehensive Plan, Last update November 2013. (Periodic Update due in 2018.), Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/CompPlanGeneral.htm • Jefferson County Critical Areas Ordinance Update, “Best Available Science Report”, ESA, December, 2015. Available at: • DRAFT Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf • Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Hazard Mitigation Plan, Quillayute School District, Forks, Washington, June 2015. Available at: http://www.qvschools.org/pages/Quillayute_Valley_SD_402/Community/Hazard_Mitigation_Plan • Washington School K-12 Facilities Hazard Mitigation Plan, Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI), 2014. Available at: http://www.k12.wa.us/SchFacilities/PDM/pubdocs/PDM_Plan.pdf • State of Washington RISKMAP Business Plan, 2011. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/floods/riskmap_pdf/riskmap_business_plan.pdf • Washington State Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, 2014. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/other-links/enhanced-hazard-mitigation-plan • Resources and Best Available Science Guidance, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/appendix_7_best_available_science-2014-update.pdf • Washington State Department of Transportation 2007 – 2026. Available at: http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/NR/rdonlyres/B1E8FB10-D415-4228-817D- 9C4BE4569128/0/WTPLinks2.pdf • FEMA’s “Multi-Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment”, 1997. Available at: http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/7251 • Hazard Mitigation Planning Process, FEMA, Last Updated: 03/2016. Available at: http://www.fema.gov/hazard-mitigation-planning-process Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 808 May 2017 • Institute for Hazard Mitigation Planning and Research, University of Washington. Available at: http://mitigate.be.uw.edu/ Specific – Natural & Technological Hazards Climate Change • “Climate Change Preparedness Plan for the North Olympic Peninsula”, North Olympic Peninsula Resource Conservation and Development Council and the Washington Department of Commerce, September 2015. Available at: www.noprcd.org • “City of Port Townsend & Jefferson County 2011 Climate Action Plan”, Adopted November 14, 2011. Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/PDFS/Climate_Change/FINAL%20CAP%20- %20adopted%2011-14-2011.pdf • FEMA Climate Change. Available at: http://www.fema.gov/climate-change Avalanche • “Northwest Weather and Avalanche Center” - Available at: http://www.nwac.noaa.gov/ Drought • Washington’s Water Supply, Washington Department of Ecology. Available at: http://www.ecy.wa.gov/drought/ • United States Drought Monitor. Available at: http://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/ • National Drought Mitigation Center. Available at: http://drought.unl.edu/Home.aspx • National Integrated Drought System (NDIS). Available at: https://www.drought.gov/drought/ • NDIS Drought Early Warning System (DEWS). Available at: https://www.drought.gov/drought/dews/pacific-northwest Earthquake • “Washington State Earthquake Hazards” by Linda Lawrence Noson, Anthony Qamar, and Gerald W. Thorsen, Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources Information Circular 95, 1988 • “Cascadia Rising Newsletter No. 1”, by Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, January 2016. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/CRZ%20Article%201%20JANUARY%202016.pdf Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 809 May 2017 • “Cascadia Rising Newsletter No. 2”, by Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, February 2016. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/CRZ%202nd%20Edition%20February%202016.pdf • “Cascadia Rising Newsletter No. 3”, by Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, March 2016. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/CRZ%20%203RD%20Edition%20March%202016.pdf • “Cascadia Rising Newsletter No. 4”, by Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, April 2016. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/CRZ%204TH%20Edition%20APR%202016.pdf • “Cascadia Rising Newsletter No. 5”, by Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, May 2016. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/CRZ%20Article%205%20May%202016.pdf • “Cascadia Rising Lessons Learned Summary”, Power Point Presentation by Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, July 2016. http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/CASCADIA%20SHORT.pptx • “Earthquake Risk Assessment”, DRAFT Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016, pp. 9 - 17. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf • "The Really Big One" by Kathryn Schulz, The New Yorker, July 20, 2015. (Awarded Pulitzer prize in 2016.) Available at: http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2015/07/20/the-really- big-one • Pacific Northwest Seismograph Network Outreach. Available at: http://www.pnsn.org/ • Earthquake, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.4, 2014. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Earthquake_Hazard_Profile.pdf Flood • “Channel Migration Zone Study for the Duckabush, Dosewallips, Big Quilcene, and Little Quilcene Rivers”, U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, February 2004 • FEMA Digital Q3 Flood Data, Jefferson County http://www.ecy.wa.gov/services/gis/data/flood/jefferson.gif • FEMA National Flood Insurance Program – Community Rating System, “CRS Coordinator’s Manual”, 2002 • “Hydraulic Modeling and Analysis of U.S. Highway 101 Milepost 174 Hoh River Erosion Project”, Engineered Logjam Bank Protection, Herrera Environmental Consultants for Washington State Department of Transportation, July 2004 • Jefferson County Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Ordinance No. 18-1120-95 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 810 May 2017 • “Lower Hoh River Channel Migration Study”, Perkins Geosciences for the Hoh Tribe of Indians, June 2004 • Lower Big Qulcene Comprehensive Flood Hazard Plan, Jefferson County Department of Public Works, March 1998 • “Summary Report for the Geomorphic Assessment of the Hoh River in Washington State, U.S. Department of the Interior, Bureau of Reclamation, February 2004 • “Flood Risk Assessment”, DRAFT Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016, pp. 4 - 8. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf • Flood, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.6, May 2013. http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Flood_Hazard_Profile.pdf Landslide • Annual Repair Costs Road Repair Necessitated by Landslides in Jefferson County 2015 - 2016, Email from Monte Reinders, Jefferson County Director of Public Works, April 27, 2016 • Deep-seated Landslide Inventory of the West-Central Olympic Peninsula by Wendy J. Gerstel, Washington Division of Geology and Earth Resources, Open File Report 99-2, July 1999 • “Puget Sound Landslides”, Washington State Department of Ecology http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/landslides/signs/signs.html • “Slope Stability Map – Jefferson County”, Coastal Zone Atlas, Washington Department of Ecology, 1979 http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/sea/femaweb/jefferson.htm • “Landslide Risk Assessment”, Risk Report for Jefferson County • “Significant Deep Seated Landslides in Washington 1884 – 2014”, http://file.dnr.wa.gov/publications/ger_list_large_landslides.pdf • “Landslide Risk Assessment”, DRAFT Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016, pp. 18 - 20. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf • Landslide, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.7, 2012. http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Landslide_Hazard_Profile.pdf Severe Local Storms • “The 1962 Columbus Day Windstorm”, Wolf Read, September 16, 2001 http://www.climate.washington.edu/stormking/October1962.html Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 811 May 2017 • “Columbus Day Storm, October 12, 1962”, National Weather Service Portland, Oregon Presentation, NWS PQR on 5 October 2013. https://prezi.com/lrr7bpc9coz3/columbus-day-storm-october-12- 1962/ • Severe Storm, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.7, 2014. http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Severe_Storm_Hazard%20profile.pdf Tornado • Severe Storm, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.7, 2014. http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Severe_Storm_Hazard%20profile.pdf • Recommendation for an Enhanced Fujita Scale, Wind Science and Engineering Center, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas, October 10, 2006. Implemented in 2007. Available at: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/nwi/Pubs/FScale/EFScale.pdf Tsunami/Seiche • “Tsunami!” University of Washington Geophysics Department http://www.geophys.washington.edu/tsunami/intro.html • “Pacific Tsunami ETA Calculation”, Jefferson County Washington Department of Emergency Management, Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Pacific%20Tsunami%20ETA%20calculations.GIF • “Port Townsend Vicinity Inundation Map”, produced by Tim Walsh, Washington Department of Natural Resources, 2015. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Port%20Townsend%20S1%20maximum.JPG • “Local Tsunamis in the Pacific Northwest”, USGS http://walrus.wr.usgs.gov/tsunami/cascadia.html • West Coast Tsunami Warning System, NOAA/NWS. Available at: http://wcatwc.arh.noaa.gov/ • “Tsunami Risk Assessment”, DRAFT Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016, pp. 21 - 23. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf • Tsunami, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.5, 2014. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Tsunami_Hazard_Profile.pdf Volcano • Pierce County Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment, 2015. Available at: http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/DocumentCenter/View/7032 • Volcano, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.10, 2014. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 812 May 2017 PLAN/Volcano_Hazard_Profile.pdf • USGS Cascade Volcanoes Observatory. Available at: http://volcanoes.usgs.gov/observatories/cvo/ Wildland/Forest/Interface Fire • DNR 2015 Annual Report. Available at: http://issuu.com/wadnr/docs/em_annualreport15/1?e=1302180/33969117 • State of Washington Department of Natural Resources http://www.dnr.wa.gov • Wildland Urban Fire, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.5, 2014. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/wildland_fire_hazard_profile_2014-update.pdf Dam Failure • Washington State Department of Ecology. 2010 Report to the Legislature: Status of High and Significant Hazard Dams in Washington with Safety Deficiencies. Publication 11-11-005. March 2011. Accessed: 28 August 2012. Available at: https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/publications/1111005.pdf • Dam Safety, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.16, 2014. Available at http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Dam_Safety_Hazard_Profile.pdf Terrorism • Terrorism, Access Washington. Available at: http://access.wa.gov/topics/emergency/terrorism • Terrorism, Washington State Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, Tab 5.16, 2014. Available at: http://mil.wa.gov/uploads/pdf/HAZ-MIT- PLAN/Terrorism_Hazard_Profile.pdf Special Districts City of Port Townsend • “City of Port Townsend Emergency Management Plan”, Port Townsend Police Department Emergency Management Division, June 1996 • Olympic Gravity Water Supply System, “Estimated Replacement Cost”, Draft Report to the City of Port Townsend from R.W. Beck, April 2000 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 813 May 2017 • City of Port Townsend 2016 Comprehensive Plan. Available at: http://weblink.cityofpt.us/weblink/Browse.aspx?StartID=34326&dbid=0 • City of Port Townsend Shoreline Master Plan. Available at: http://weblink.cityofpt.us/weblink/Browse.aspx?StartID=34326&dbid=0&cr=1 • City of Port Townsend 2014 Water System Plan. Available at: http://weblink.cityofpt.us/weblink/0/doc/113749/Page1.aspx Jefferson County • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan, 2009. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/2009%20Hazard%20Mitigation%20Plan.pdf • or at: http://www.jprephazmitplan.org • Jefferson County Hazard Identification and Vulnerability Assessment (THIRA), 2011. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/Jefferson%20Co%20HIVA%202011.pdf • Jefferson County Washington Comprehensive Plan, Last update November 2013. (Periodic Update due in 2018.), Available at: http://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/commdevelopment/CompPlanGeneral.htm • Jefferson County Critical Areas Ordinance Update, “Best Available Science Report”, ESA, December, 2015. Available at: • DRAFT Risk Report for Jefferson County, including the City of Port Townsend and the Hoh Tribe, January, 2016. Available at: http://www.jeffcoeoc.org/documents/JeffersonCounty_RiskReport_Final_508.pdf Port of Port Townsend • Port of Port Townsend Strategic Plan 2010 – 2015. Available at: http://www.portofpt.com/wp- content/uploads/StratPlanAdopted3.24.10.pdf • Port of Port Townsend Comprehensive Scheme of Harbor Improvements, 2013. Available at: http://portofpt.com/wp-content/uploads/12-2013-CompleteCompScheme.pdf Regional • National Weather Service – Seattle. Available at: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/sew/ • Natural Hazard Regional Profiles, Washington State Hazard Mitigation Plan, Washington Department of Emergency Management, March 2004 Draft • FEMA Region X. Available at: http://www.fema.gov/region-x-ak-id-or-wa Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 814 May 2017 THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY BLANK Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 815 May 2017 Appendix F – Adoption Resolutions Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 816 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 817 May 2017 Summary of Adoption Resolutions Agency/Jurisdiction 2004 Adoption Resolution Number 2009 Adoption Resolution Number 2016 Adoption Resolution Number 2016 Adoption Date Jefferson County 50-04 21-10 04-17 01/23/2017 City of Port Townsend 04-037 10-013 16-046 11/07/2016 Port Ludlow Drainage District 13 Not Numbered Opt Out Opt Out Jefferson County Fire District 1 (JCFD1) dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue (EJFR) 2004-07 10-06 16-08 09/21/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 2 (JCFD2) dba Quilcene Fire - Rescue 2004-1 2010-03 2016-09 11/14/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 3 (JCFD3) dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue (PLFR) 2004-01 2010-004 2016-10 11/08/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 4 (JCFD4) dba Brinnon Fire - Rescue 2004-4 2010-5 2016-5 11/08/2016 Jefferson County Fire District 5 (JCFD5) dba as Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Dept 01-04 2010-6 2017-01 02/08/2017 Jefferson County Fire District 6 (JCFD6) 282-04 Annexed by JCFD1 JeffCom 9-1-1 County Dept County Dept 2017-001 01/26/2017 Public Hospital District No. 1 Opt Out Opt Out Opt Out Opt Out Public Hospital District No. 2 2004-013 2010-18 2017-05 01/18/2017 Jefferson County Library District 04-02 10-01 16-06 12/14/2016 Port of Port Townsend 426-04 550-10 657-17 01/25/2017 Port Townsend School District No. 50 04-16 10-12 16-16 11/28/2016 Brinnon School District No. 45 Opt Out 207-10 246-16 11/17/2016 Chimacum School District No. 49 2004-13 2010-05 2016-9 12/14/2016 Queets/Clearwater School District No. 20 01-04/05 1040 16-09 11/15/2016 Quilcene School District No. 48 01:04/05 01:10/11 02:16/17 12/14/2016 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 01-04/05 04-10/11 06-16/17 02/14/2017 Jefferson Transit Authority 04-12 Opt Out 17-3 02/21/2017 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County 2004-013 2010-007 2016-022 11/15/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 818 May 2017 Jefferson County - Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 819 May 2017 City of Port Townsend - Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 820 May 2017 Port Ludlow Drainage District - Adoption Resolution (2010) (Opted Out for 2016 Update) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 821 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No. 1 dba East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 822 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District #2 dba Quilcene Fire - Rescue Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 823 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 824 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District #3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 825 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No. 4 dba Brinnon Fire Department Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 826 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District #5 dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 827 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 828 May 2017 JeffCom 9-1-1 Communications (New Jurisdiction) Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 829 May 2017 Jefferson County Public Hospital District #1 - Adoption Resolution Opt Out RESOLUTION NO. ________ A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE JEFFERSON COUNTY – CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND NATURAL HAZARDS MITIGATION PLAN AS THE OFFICIAL NATURAL HAZARDS MITIGATION PLAN FOR Jefferson County Public Hospital District #1 WHEREAS, the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan is a Multi- Jurisdictional Plan that meets the Federal Emergency Management Agency requirements for compliance with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (44CFR 201.6); and WHEREAS, the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan provides a current framework for natural hazard reduction in the community, and the framework for the plan has been reviewed through an extensive public involvement process; and WHEREAS, an environmental review process was completed for the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan and said plan is in compliance with all procedural requirements; and WHEREAS, the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan will need to be reviewed and updated on a regular basis and Jefferson County Public Hospital District #1 will need to continue to remain an active participant in the review and updating process in order to continue to meet the requirements of the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (44CFR 201.6); and WHEREAS, it is concluded that the adoption of the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan is necessary and in the public interest; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Jefferson County Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan is hereby adopted as the official natural hazards mitigation plan for Jefferson County Public Hospital District #1 . Passed and approved at a regular meeting of the Jefferson County Public Hospital District #1 Board of Commissioners this ________ day of _______________________, 2009. Insert appropriate district signature block Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 830 May 2017 Jefferson County Public Hospital District #2 Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 831 May 2017 Jefferson County Public Library District Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 832 May 2017 Port of Port Townsend - Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 833 May 2017 Port Townsend School District No. 50 - Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 834 May 2017 Brinnon School District No. 45 - Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 835 May 2017 Chimacum School District No. 49 - Adoption Resolution (2010) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 836 May 2017 Queets/Clearwater School District No. 20 - Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 837 May 2017 Quilcene School District No. 48 - Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 838 May 2017 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 - Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 839 May 2017 Jefferson Transit Authority – Adoption Resolution (2017) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 840 May 2017 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County - Adoption Resolution (2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 841 May 2017 Appendix G Public Participation Documentation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 842 May 2017 Public Participation Documentation The following documents are a subset of the public notices, agendas, minutes, etc. kept by each jurisdiction and special district. These relate only to the two primary jurisdictions, Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, and are provided solely to meet the requirement that the jurisdictions demonstrate that the public had an opportunity to participate in the development of the Plan. “The ability to deal with a crisis is largely dependent on the structures and relationships that have been developed before the emergency.” Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management. Public input to large generalized plans such as the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan is generally limited to people with special interests. Thus, we involved the public via JPREP meetings, online access to the Plan as it was in the process of being developed, and through “piggy-backing” onto other meetings, such as local presentations of the Draft FEMA FIRMS. JPREP is the acronym for “Jefferson County - Port Townsend Regional Emergency Preparedness Network”, which consists of community leaders, stakeholders, and citizens interested in the preparedness of the region and a chance to network with the people they will be working with during an emergency. This is somewhat “preaching to the choir”, but we do get genuine ideas and feedback from those participating. Much of the feedback comes from the Neighborhood Preparedness (NPREP) groups that have been organized since the last Hazard Mitigation Plan. Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend have over 123 neighborhoods that have active Neighborhood Emergency Groups that contribute to the attitudes for survival in the County. In order to better involve the public in the planning process, the Natural Hazards Mitigation Steering Committee advertised and conducted public meetings as part of the Board and/or council meetings in which resolutions were passed relating to the Plan. Generally, to adopt a resolution requires two meetings, a reading and the adoption, so there is opportunity for the word to get out and for commentators to be present at one of the meetings. All such meetings fall under Washington’s Open Public Meetings Act (RCW 42.30) and thus assure that the appropriate notifications, Agendas, etc. are published. Passing of a resolution or inclusion of the Board minutes provides proof that all legal requirements were met. We have found that this makes it easier for the public to attend because the facilities and time are generally known, and it is easier for individuals to plan their schedules around these meetings. This effort is in addition to the many public meetings and workshops held by stakeholders to solicit input into the development of their own planning documents, such as Jefferson County’s Comprehensive Plan, which provided much of the material for the over-all Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 843 May 2017 Appendix “G” Contents Item Title 1. Table of Representative Hazard Mitigation Plan Related Meetings 2. Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Website 3. Agenda - City Council Meeting Appointing City Manager Applicant Agent for the Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant. 4. Minutes - City Council Meeting Appointing City Manager Applicant Agent for the Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant. 5. Resolution 14-023 Appointing City Manager as Applicant Agent 6. Press Release Requesting Input to the Plan – March 2016 7. Port Townsend City Newsletter – April 2016 8. Press Release Publication – Port Townsend & Jefferson County Leader – April 20 2016 9. Press Release Publication – Peninsula Daily News – April 20 2016 10. Email Blast to Neighborhood Emergency Groups – April 20, 2016 11. List of Neighborhood Emergency Groups 12. Email Reminder to JPREP for January 30, 2015 Meeting 13. Email Reminder to JPREP for April 1, 2016 Meeting 14. NPREP Newsletter requesting review of the Hazard Mitigation Plan 15. Email Reminder to JPREP for September 30, 2016 Meeting 16. “Last Chance” Press Release – October 2016 17. PDN “Eye on Jefferson” Announcement – 10/15/2016 18. PTCC Agenda Bill – 10/17/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan 19. PTCC Agenda – 10/17/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan 20. PTCC Minutes – 10/17/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan 21. BOCC Agenda Request – 10/24/2016 Review of Hazard Mitigation Plan 22. BOCC Agenda – 10/24/2016 Review of Hazard Mitigation Plan 23. BOCC BOB – 10/24/2016 Review of Hazard Mitigation Plan 24. BOCC Minutes – 10/24/2016 Review of Hazard Mitigation Plan 25. Request for Input Published in Leader Online – November 2, 2016 26. Request for Input Published in Leader – November 2, 2016 27. PDN “Eye on Jefferson” Announcement – 11/05/2016 28. PTCC Agenda Bill – 11/07/2016Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan 29. PTCC Agenda – 11/07/2016Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan 30. PTCC Minutes – 11/07/2016Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan 31. Port Townsend Neighborhood.com Request for Input 32. Climate Action Committee Agenda – 11/30/2016 33. Climate Action Committee Minutes – 11/30/2016 34. BOCC Minutes – 01/09/2017 Discussion of Hazard Mitigation Plan 35. Marrowstone Island Foundation Request – 01/09/2017 36. Marrowstone Island Foundation Agenda – 01/10/2017 37. Marrowstone Island Foundation Minutes – 01/10/2017 38. BOCC Agenda Request – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan 39. BOCC Agenda – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 844 May 2017 Item Title 40. BOCC BOB – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan 41. BOCC Minutes – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan (Waiting on Publication) 42. Agenda for 06/02/2017 JPREP Meeting 43. Sign-in for 06/02/2017 JPREP Meeting 44. Minutes for 06/02/2017 JPREP Meeting Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 845 May 2017 Item 1: Table of Hazard Mitigation Plan Related Meetings Date Public Location Purpose of Meeting May 19, 2014 Port Townsend City Hall Brief City Council and members of the public on the need to do a 5-year update of the Hazard Mitigation Plan June 2, 2014 Port Townsend City Hall City Council Meeting - Appoint the City Manager as “Applicant Agent” and City representative for the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation (Rev. 2016) Update Project. Authorize applying for a FEMA planning grant to help fund the work. January 30, 2015 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Inform Stakeholders and interested members of the public about the Hazard Mitigation Update Project, the near real-time website, and ask for citizen input. January 29, 2016 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask for public input. April 1, 2016 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask for public input. September 30, 2016 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask, yet again, for public input. October 17, 2016 Port Townsend City Hall Brief City Council and members of the public on the Hazard Mitigation Plan. October 24, 2016 Jefferson County Commission Chambers Brief the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and members of the public on the Hazard Mitigation Plan. November 7, 2016 Port Townsend City Hall City Council to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan. November 30, 2016 Cotton Building Port Townsend Climate Action Committee Meeting January 10, 2017 Marrowstone Island Foundation Discuss effects of a major earthquake on Marrowstone Island; approve letter requesting special consideration in the Hazard Mitigation Plan. January 23, 2017 Jefferson County Commission Chambers Jefferson County BOCC to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan. June 6, 2017 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask stakeholders to finish any outstanding updates. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 846 May 2017 Item 2: Hazard Mitigation Plan Update Website In 2004 and 2009, public meetings drew few if any interested citizens. At one meeting, there was one person whose personal mission is to attend all city meetings as a self-elected government oversite committee, but that is it. Since 2009, Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend have changed the way they access the public. City Council meetings are televised and are also put online for the public to access later. There are electronic blogs for citizens to use to send public messages to city staff, and a public forum on the City website. There has also been the development and evolution of the Neighborhood Emergency groups – citizens that take their survival in an area known to have significant natural hazards very seriously indeed. These are the members of the public that are most likely to take the time and interest in reviewing an admittedly dry document and make suggestions and enhancements, both to the document and to the strategies therein. Given the above, we provided a Plan Update Website, www.jprephazmitplan.org, in which the public could access as we developed the Plan and provide input, both as to editing content and suggesting strategies and concerns that the stakeholders may not have addressed. This has been very successful compared to previous years’ efforts. As of January 22, 2016, we had 1,342 views, as opposed to three or four attendees at individual meetings. Seven hundred views have been on the page that contains the 2016 draft of the Plan. Out of that, ten to fifteen percent are caused by the web master making changes and editing the site. We have received nearly a dozen good ideas and editorial comments that have been used in improving the Plan. Figures F-1 shows the Home page of the website. Since the topic itself is fairly routine and dry, we have periodically inserted a modicum of humor. The home page has an old photo that has deliberately been mislabeled as a protective suit for some type of hazard. All of the hazards listed have been significant in the media or locally during the period that this iteration of the Plan has been in development. The website is intended to provide a mechanism for the general public to review and suggest improvements to the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Plan) that is due for its mandatory 5-year update. The current plan, (Rev. 2009), was good until June 6, 2015, at which time, we must have a FEMA approved (Rev. 2016) in place for participating jurisdictions to be eligible to apply for Hazard Mitigation grants. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the deadline passed. The Plan is still good for the participants to use in guiding their own mitigation efforts, but an updated Plan must be in place to be awarded hazard mitigation grants. This does not apply to Public Assistance resulting from disasters. Viewing The Plan is a public document; therefore, the content of this website is public, too. In general, anyone can look at any pages of the website without signing in. Thus, anyone can view the 2009 Plan or the 2016 Revised Plan as it is being developed. Public input is important to the Plan, so we will keep a count of the number of people viewing the site, but will not collect any personal information unless the viewer decides to submit comments – and that will be only to offer appropriate credit for ideas and contributions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 847 May 2017 To comment directly about the development of the 2016 Plan, the reader must register and login. This allows him/her to put comments into the “Comments” dialog at the bottom of the “Draft 2016 Plan” page. (See Figure F-2.) An entry indicating that someone made a fresh comment will appear in the “Recent Comments” dialog box. Clicking on any entry in that dialog will take the reader directly to the associated comment. We will collect contact information so that we can document public participation. The reason for this is that FEMA is very concerned that the public has an opportunity to comment on the Plan. In the past, we have had public meetings where nobody showed up. Now, however, we have a robust Neighborhood Emergency Group network and the ability to interact through the Internet. Therefore, we will collect the names of the people helping to critique the Plan and give them appropriate credit in the Plan, itself. No contact information will be published for contributors so that they will not be subject to unwanted contacts from people who glean such information from public documents. The work contact information of public figures is included if their contact information is already in the public domain. The Plan is a public document and CD versions of the 2009 Plan are available for viewing at the public libraries. 2016 Draft Plan This is a PDF version of the 2016 Draft Plan as it is evolving. It started as the 2009 Plan and was modified as we worked on updating the Plan. There is a “comments” box at the bottom of the index page that allows someone to enter comments regarding the Plan. Those comments will end up in the “comments blog”, and will be reviewed and acted on, as appropriate. Commentators will be given credit within the Plan, which does have a section that contains public input. The comments are “moderated” before being allowed to post, so that profanity and non-relevant comments from trolls will be excluded. This is a serious work and we hope for and expect considered ideas from motivated public participants. Grants The “Grants” page provides an overview of the grant programs that become accessible to the Plan adoptees for the purpose of hazard mitigation. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 848 May 2017 Figure F-1 Hazard Mitigation Plan Website – Home Page Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 849 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 850 May 2017 Item 3: Agenda – PTCC – May 19, 2014 Agenda - City Council Meeting Appointing City Manager Applicant Agent for the Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant. PORT TOWNSEND CITY COUNCIL REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING AGENDA CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 540 WATER STREET Business Meeting 06:30 p.m. May 19, 2014 I. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance II. Roll Call III. Changes to the Agenda IV. Comments from the Public (re consent agenda items and items not on the agenda) (Each person has 3 min. to comment - City Clerk will signal at 2 min. 30 sec.) V. Consent Agenda A. Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants B. Approval of Minutes: April 28, 2014 and May 5, 2014 042814 Minutes 050514 Minutes C. Resolution 14-023 Designating the City Manager as Applicant Agent for the State of Washington Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program Applications AB14-058 Hazard Mitigation Grant Awards Attachment 1 - Resolution 14-023 Attachment 2 - Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Grant History Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 851 May 2017 Attachment 3 - Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Fact Sheet Attachment 4 - Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Timeline VI. Unfinished Business VII. New Business A. Resolution 14-024 Amending the Travel Policy of the Personnel Policies Manual Action: Move to approve Resolution 14-024 Amending the Travel Policy of the Personnel Policies Manual AB14-060 - Travel Policy Attachment 1 - Resolution 14-024 Attachment 2 - Resolution 14-024 Exhibit A Attachment 3 - Resloution 14-024 Exhibit A Showing Changes Attachment 4 -OFM Washington State Administrative Manual Chapter 10 Travel Regulations 1. Staff presentation 2. Public comment 3. Council deliberation and action Attachment 5 - Draft Travel Policy (not recommended) A. Request by Blue Star Banner Program to Establish a Coordinated Signage Program within the Sims Way (SR 20) Right-of-Way between Sheridan and Howard Streets (This item is Unfinished Business, but was moved to the New Business portion of the agenda in order to allow Ms. Nelson to be present for the discussion). Action: Move to approve the Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law of the City Council (as amended) for the Blue Star Banner Program request. Action: Direct staff to work with the applicant to address outstanding issues and identify alternative locations for the Blue Star Banner Program to be implemented and return to Council with a recommendation. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 852 May 2017 Action: Direct the Community Development and Land Use Committee to review the issue and recommend to City Council on how best to proceed in this matter. AB14-059 - Blue Star Banner Program Attachment 1 - Draft Findings and Conclusion 12-26-13 Attachment 2 - Minutes of January 6 2014 1. Staff presentation 2. Public comment 3. Council deliberation and action B. Ordinance 3106 Amending PTMC Chapter 3.46 Relating to Purchasing and Contracting Action: Move to approve Ordinance 3106 amending PTMC Chapter 3.46 Relating to Purchasing and Contracting. AB14-061 Purchasing and Contracting Attachment 1 - Ordinance 3106 Attachment 2 - Ordinance 3106 Exhibit A Attachment 3 - Ordinance 3106 Exhibit B Attachment 4 - MRSC Purchasing & Bidding Attachment 5 - Finance & Budget Minutes of April 2 2014 Attachment 6 - Finance & Budget Minutes of April 16 2014 1. Staff presentation 2. Public comment 3. Council deliberation and action VIII. Presiding Officer’s Report IX. City Manager’s Report X. Suggestions for next or future agenda, regular meeting and/or study session Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 853 May 2017 XI. Comments from Council XII. Adjourn Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 854 May 2017 Item 4: Minutes – PTCC – May 19, 2014 Minutes - City Council Meeting Appointing City Manager Applicant Agent for the Hazard Mitigation Plan Grant. CITY OF PORT TOWNSEND MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR BUSINESS MEETING OF MAY 19, 2014 CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Port Townsend City Council met in regular session on May 19, 2014 in the Council Chambers at 540 Water Street. Mayor David King called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. ROLL CALL Councilmembers present at roll call were Pamela Adams, Robert Gray, David King, Catharine Robinson, Michelle Sandoval, and Deborah Stinson with Kris Nelson excused. Staff members present were City Manager David Timmons, City Attorney John Watts, Public Works Director Ken Clow, Community Services Director Rick Sepler, City Clerk Pam Kolacy, and Deputy City Clerk Joshua Stecker. It was announced by Mayor King that although Ms. Nelson was not present for roll call (thus excused), she would arrive late. She arrived at 6:48 p.m. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA Discussion of the Blue Star Banner Program under Unfinished Business was postponed until the arrival of Ms. Nelson. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 855 May 2017 There were no public comments regarding consent agenda items not on the agenda. CONSENT AGENDA Approval of Bills, Claims and Warrants Vouchers 123299 through 123377 in the amount of $238,241.88 Vouchers 123387 through 123507 in the amount of $1,009,982.41 Electronic Funds Transfers in the amount of $22,538.01 Approval of Minutes: April 28, 2014 and May 5, 2014 Resolution 14-023 Designating the City Manager as Applicant Agent for the State of Washington Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program Applications Ms. Stinson noted that the year stated in the first paragraph of Page 5 of the minutes of April 28th should be changed from 2105 to 2015. City Manager David Timmons identified the Pre-Disaster Mitigation Grant Program resolution as a chance to update the City's application and celebrate the program's achievements. Ms. Adams noted that on Page 4 of the minutes of May 5, the phrase "leaving a kiosk" should be changed to "having a kiosk." Motion: Deborah Stinson moved to approve the consent agenda with the changes identified in the minutes of April 28, 2014, and May 5, 2014. Pamela Adams seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 6-0 by voice vote. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 856 May 2017 UNFINISHED BUSINESS The Unfinished Business discussion on the Blue Star Banner Project was postponed until Ms. Nelson arrived later in the meeting. NEW BUSINESS Resolution 14-024 Amending the Travel Policy of the Personnel Policies Manual Mr. Timmons explained that this resolution was proposed to remedy conflict between current City policy and the Office of Financial Management (OFM) travel policy. Previously proposed changes were redundant and contradictive. All that was needed was to eliminate Attachment B of the City's Personnel Policies Manual. A Council travel policy will be addressed separately in the future. In response to Mr. Gray's questions, Mr. Timmons informed Council that the City will be developing a travel authorization form. Mr. Gray expressed concern about a lack of an explicit travel policy for councilmembers. Mr. Watts explained that the standing practice for authorizing councilmember travel was legitimate. Ms. Sandoval noted that councilmember travel is arranged by City staff. Ms. Nelson arrived at the meeting at 6:48 p.m. In response to Mr. Gray, Mr. Timmons advised council that City staff will receive training from the State on the OFM policies. Public Comment: Todd Wexman informed Council that Mr. Timmons has traveled to several ICMA conferences paid for by the City. Steve Oakford noted that travel is necessary part of work. The policy should be applied equally to employees and elected officials. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 857 May 2017 Patrick Moore requested 20 minutes to speak but the extra time was not granted by Council. He expressed concern that the proposed revisions have not been through committee. Mr. Moore provided examples of Mr. Timmons travel receipts. Mr. Timmons explained that filing a formal complaint with the Council is the proper method to address concerns about employee travel. Mr. Timmons, Mr. King and Ms. Sandoval expressed support for international travel for employee development. Travel opportunities are considered based on the expected return on the City's investment. Ms. Nelson found that the revisions drafted by the Finance and Budget Committee were more user friendly than incorporating the entire OFM policy, but added that she would support the revision as proposed. Mr. Timmons and Mr. King responded that there were too many inconsistencies with the previous revision drafts. Mr. Timmons acknowledged that they were trading some user-friendliness for a more comprehensive policy. Mr. Gray expressed concern over public perception of employee travel. Mr. Watts reminded the Council that they have already resolved to pre-approve the City Manager's out-of-state travel. He sees the proposed revision as a simpler method of streamlining the travel policy. OFM's policy may not be as clear, but at least it is a standard that can be applied. In response to Ms. Robinson's questions, he clarified that the revision would apply to the personnel policy and therefore only to City employees, not elected officials. A travel policy for Council will be brought forward at a later date. Ms. Stinson agreed that it made sense to handle travel differently for staff and Council. She sees a need to get a return on money invested in travel. Spending too many staff hours dealing with travel negatively effects that return on investment. Mr. Gray wants to see better documentation of travel arrangements. Mr. Timmons explained the meal policies to Ms. Nelson. Employees will designate their travel status as per diem or actual expense travel before departing. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 858 May 2017 Ms. Adams believes the proposed clarification is a good step forward and stressed increased training on the policy. Ms. Sandoval clarified that the city has a policy in place and this proposal is simply a revision to the existing policy. In response to questions about budget training opportunities, Mr. Timmons related that the City offered budget training through the University of Washington at over $2000 a few years ago. He sees a need for more budget training opportunities. Ms. Sandoval described her travel to California to see their affordable artist housing program on her own money. They had to adapt to the recession and she was able to learn from their experience. She and Mr. King believe frequent travel to Olympia to meet with legislators opened up opportunities for economic stimulus. Motion: Catharine Robinson moved to approve Resolution 14-024 Amending the Travel Policy of the Personnel Policies Manual. Robert Gray seconded. Vote: motion carried unanimously, 7-0 by voice vote. • • Non-relevant items removed for brevity. krh • ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 9:26 p.m. Attest: Pamela Kolacy, MMC City Clerk Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 859 May 2017 Item 5: City of Port Townsend Resolution 14-023 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 860 May 2017 Item 6: Press Release Requesting Input to the Plan – March 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 861 May 2017 Item 7: Port Townsend City Newsletter (in with Water Bills) requesting reviews of the Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 862 May 2017 Item 8: Press Release Publication – “The Leader” Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 863 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 864 May 2017 PORT TOWNSEND LEADER ONLINE – 04/20/2016 Public input sought for county/city hazard mitigation plan • Apr 20, 2016 Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend seek public input for the 2016 update of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan. The county, city and 16 special districts are participating in the plan, including JeffCom 911, all fire departments, all school districts, Public Utility District 1, the library district, hospital district and the Port of Port Townsend. The purpose of the plan is to provide a structured approach so that participating organizations can document their strategic plans for improving their resiliency prior to a disaster occurring, according to a press release. In doing so, and after the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approves the plan, participating organizations become eligible to compete for hazard mitigation grants to implement their plans by adopting the plan. In the past, the city has received such grants to seismically retrofit the library, the police station (Cotton Building), the water distribution system at City Lake, the downtown tunnel lids, and to rebuild the fire station at Harrison and Lawrence streets. The scope of the 2016 plan includes both natural and artificial hazards, and thus is considered an all-hazards plan. The major natural hazards to be revised are damaging winds, drought, earthquake, flood, landslides, public health emergencies, tsunami, wildfire and winter storms. Significant artificial hazards to be updated are 911 outages, long-term power outages, terrorism and water shortage. This year, the plan is to include an introduction addressing climate change and adding a section on climate change to each hazard that can be directly affected by it, according to a press release from the Jefferson Department of Emergency Management. Public input is a requisite for the plan to be approved by FEMA. The existing 2009 plan and a first draft of the 2016 plan that is still a work in progress are available at jprephazmitplan.org. View the plan and make comments about format, editing, etc. Suggestions for mitigation strategies are to be included with the contributor's name. A person must register to leave comments that need to be vetted the first time so hosts can keep the comment site from being spammed. Staff are to check the site daily to vet new comments and collect ideas. The city library has a CD of the 2009 plan in their reference areas. Comments can also be emailed to khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us or sent to Ken Horvath, c/o Jefferson County Emergency Management, Emergency Operations Center, 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 865 May 2017 Item 9: Press Release Publication – Peninsula Daily News – 04/20/2016 This is a printer friendly version of an article from www.peninsuladailynews.com To print this article open the file menu and choose Print. Article published Apr 20, 2016 NEWS BRIEFS: Public input sought for update of Jefferson County-City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan . . . and other items Peninsula Daily News JEFFERSON COUNTY — Jefferson County and the city of Port Townsend seek public input on updating the “Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan.” Jefferson County, the city and 16 special districts will participate in the plan. This includes JeffCom 9-1-1, all fire departments, all school districts, the Jefferson County Public Utility District, the Jefferson County Library District, the hospital district and the Port of Port Townsend. “The purpose of the plan is to provide a structured approach so that participating organizations can document their strategic plans for improving their resiliency prior to a disaster occurring, according to a news release. Public input is a requisite for the plan to be approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The 2016 plan includes both natural and man-made hazards and is considered an all-hazards plan. A work in progress is available at www.jprephazmitplan.org. Suggestions for mitigation strategies will be included in the plan. Registration is required to leave comments. Comments can be sent to khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us or mailed to Ken Horvath, c/o Jefferson County Emergency Management, Emergency Operations Center, 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 866 May 2017 Climate and media PORT ANGELES — Peninsula College English professor Mark Valentine will present at Studium General “The Climate-Disrupted Culture: Media in the Mess-Age” in Peninsula College’s Little Theater, 1502 E. Lauridsen Blvd., at 12:35 p.m. Thursday. Valentine will present on “public relations as a front for propaganda, provide insight into the media and discuss a memo calling for the creation of Think Tanks to inflate/deflate issues.” The presentation will be a prequel to 2016 Writer-in-Residence Dahr Jamail’s Studium presentation “Living on a Climate-Disrupted Planet” on Thursday, April 28. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, email Kate Reavey at kreavey@pencol.edu. Club open house SEQUIM — The Clallam County Gem & Mineral Association will hold its spring open house at the club’s shop, 81 Hooker Road, Unit 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. Attendees can bring rocks to identify, see and learn how to cut rocks, and learn how to polish stones for use in jewelry or for display. Club members will be available to show attendees the shop and its facilities as well as answer questions. There also will be demonstrations on wire-wrapping polished stones and facilities for metal smithing and casting. For more information, visit www.sequimrocks.com or phone Scott Thornhill, club president, at 360-912-1520. All materials Copyright © 2016 Black Press Ltd./Sound Publishing Inc. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 867 May 2017 Item 10: Email Blast to Neighborhood Emergency Groups Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 868 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 869 May 2017 Item 11: List of Neighborhood Emergency Groups Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 870 May 2017 Item 12: Email Notice for JPREP Meeting on January 30, 2015 (Distribution List has been deleted to protect members of the general public on the list.) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 871 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 872 May 2017 Item 13: Email Notice to JPREP – March 28, 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 873 May 2017 Item 14: NPREP Newsletter Requesting Public Input (Run from 06/27/2016 thru 11/01/2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 874 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 875 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 876 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 877 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 878 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 879 May 2017 The rest of the newsletter is not relevant to the documentation of the request for public input, and in the interest of holding the line on an already large tome, has been deleted. The Local 20/20 organization is a local umbrella organization for people actively participating in the well-being of the community. It has multiple Action Groups, including the Neighborhood Preparedness (NPREP) Action Group. The main focus of the NPREP Action Group is to help neighbors organize so that they may work together when a disaster occurs, thereby enhancing the safety and comfort of all in such difficult times. Working with the Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management (DEM), this effort has facilitated the self-organization of well over 100 neighborhoods since 2006. Having the “Request for Input” in the Local 20/20 Newsletter puts the request directly in front of those people in the NPREP Action Group that have shown a particular interest in the topics addressed in the Hazard Mitigation Plan. It is preaching to the choir – and may be one of the reasons that the Plan website received over 1,000 views. The highlighted request was run from 06/27/2016 to 11/01/2016. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 880 May 2017 Item 15: Email Notice JPREP Meeting on September 30, 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 881 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 882 May 2017 Item 16: “Last Chance” Press Release – October 2016 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Ken Horvath 360-531-3054 (NOT FOR PUBLICATION) LAST CHANCE FOR PUBLIC INPUT TO THE COUNTY/CITY HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN PORT HADLOCK—Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend seek public input for the 2016 update of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan. Version 4 of the Plan is now online at www.jprephazmitplan.org for public review and comments. This version has everything except the section on “Public Input,” which is under construction now. The County, City and sixteen Special Districts are participating in the Plan, including JeffCom 9-1-1, all fire departments, all school districts, the PUD, the County Library District, the Hospital District, and the Port of Port Townsend. The purpose of the plan is to provide a structured approach so that participating organizations can document their strategic plans for improving their resiliency prior to a disaster occurring. In doing so, and after FEMA approves the plan, participating organizations become eligible to compete for Hazard Mitigation grants to implement their plans by adopting the plan. In the past, the City has received such grants to seismically retrofit the library, the police station (Cotton Building), the water distribution system at City Lake, the downtown tunnel lids, and to rebuild the fire station at Harrison and Lawrence Streets. The scope of the 2016 Plan includes both natural and man-made hazards, and thus, is considered an All- Hazards Plan. The major natural hazards revisions are to Damaging Winds, Drought, Earthquake, Flood, Landslides, Public Health Emergencies, Tsunami, Wildfire, and Winter Storms. Significant man-made hazards to be updated are long-term Power Outages, Terrorism, and Water Shortage. This year, we are adding a subsection addressing Climate Change and adding a piece on climate change to each hazard that can be directly affected by it. Public input is a requisite for the plan to be approved by FEMA. You can view the plan as it is developed and make comments about content, format, editing, etc. Suggestions for mitigation strategies or enhancements to the Plan will be accepted through November 30th to guarantee review for inclusion in the Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 883 May 2017 You must register to leave comments and it needs to be vetted the first time so that we can keep the site from being spammed. We will check the site daily to vet new comments and collect ideas that we can use in the plan. The City library has a CD of the 2009 Plan in their reference areas. Both the County and the City have printed versions of the current Plan at their administration offices for public viewing. Comments can also be emailed to khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us or sent to Ken Horvath, c/o Jefferson County Emergency Management, Emergency Operations Center, 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339. ### Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 884 May 2017 ITEM 17: Peninsula Daily News “Eye on Jefferson” Announcement – 10/15/2016 EYE ON JEFFERSON: Port Townsend council to mull ordinance on pot regulations Monday Meetings across Jefferson County. • PENINSULA DAILY NEWS • Sat Oct 15th, 2016 5:23pm • News • • • • • • The Port Townsend City Council will consider an ordinance adopting permanent zoning regulations and standards relating to both medical and recreational marijuana, including the adoption of buffer reductions for licensed marijuana operations, when it meets Monday. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers at historic City Hall, 540 Water St. In addition, the council will consider revisions to the city’s Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, last approved in 2010. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 885 May 2017 Item 18: PTCC Agenda Bill - 10/17/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 886 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 887 May 2017 Item 19: PTCC Agenda - 10/17/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 888 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 889 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 890 May 2017 Item 20: PTCC Minutes 10/17/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 891 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 892 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 893 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 894 May 2017 Item 21: BOCC Agenda Request - 10/24/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 895 May 2017 Item 22: BOCC Agenda - 10/24/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 896 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 897 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 898 May 2017 Item 23: BOCC BOB - 10/24/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 899 May 2017 Item 24: BOCC Minutes - 10/24/2016 Briefing on Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 900 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 901 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 902 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 903 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 904 May 2017 Item 25: Request for Input in the Leader Online – 11/02/2016 Public input sought for county/city hazard mitigation plan 'Climate change' a new category as potential hazard • Nov 2, 2016 Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend seek public input for the 2016 update of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan. Version 4 of the Plan is online at jprephazmitplan.org for public review and comments. This version has everything except the section on “Public Input,” which is under construction, according to a press release. The county, city and 16 special districts are participating in the plan, including JeffCom 911, all fire departments, all school districts, the public utility district, the county library district, the public hospital district, and the Port of Port Townsend. The purpose of the plan is to provide a structured approach so that participating organizations can document their strategic plans for improving their resiliency prior to a disaster occurring. In doing so, and after the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approves the plan, participating organizations become eligible to compete for Hazard Mitigation grants to implement their plans by plan adoption. In the past, the city has received such grants to seismically retrofit the library, the police station when it was in the Cotton Building, the water distribution system at City Lake, the downtown tunnel lids, and to rebuild the fire station at Harrison and Lawrence streets. The scope of the 2016 plan includes both natural and man-made hazards, and thus, is considered an All-Hazards Plan. The major natural hazards revisions are to damaging winds, drought, earthquake, flood, landslides, public health emergencies, tsunami, wildfire, and winter storms. Significant man-made hazards to be updated are long-term power outages, terrorism, and water shortage. This year, a subsection is being added to address climate change along with adding a piece on climate change to each hazard that can be directly affected by it. Public input is a requisite for the plan to be approved by FEMA. People may view the plan as it is developed and make comments about content, format, editing, etc. Suggestions for mitigation strategies or enhancements are accepted through Nov. 30. People must register to leave comments and it needs to be vetted the first time so the site can be kept spam-free, according to a press release. The site is to be checked daily for public comments. The city library has a CD of the 2009 plan in their reference area. Both the county and the city have printed versions of the current plan at their administration offices. Comments can also be emailed to khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us or sent to Ken Horvath, c/o Jefferson County Emergency Management, Emergency Operations Center, 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 905 May 2017 Item 26: Request for Input in the Port Townsend Leader – 11/02/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 906 May 2017 Public input sought for county/city hazard mitigation plan 11.02.16 Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend seek public input for the 2016 update of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan. Version 4 of the Plan is online at jprephazmitplan.org for public review and comments. This version has everything except the section on "Public Input," which is under construction, according to a press release. The county, city and 16 special districts are participating in the plan, including JeffCom 911, all fire departments, all school districts, the public utility district, the county library district, the public hospital district, and the Port of Port Townsend. The purpose of the plan is to provide a structured approach so that participating organizations can document their strategic plans for improving their resiliency prior to a disaster occurring. In doing so, and after the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) approves the plan, participating organizations become eligible to compete for Hazard Mitigation grants to implement their plans by plan adoption. In the past, the city has received such grants to seismically retrofit the library, the police station when it was in the Cotton Building, the water distribution system at City Lake, the downtown tunnel lids, and to rebuild the fire station at Harrison and Lawrence streets. The scope of the 2016 plan includes both natural and man-made hazards, and thus, is considered an All- Hazards Plan. The major natural hazards revisions are to damaging winds, drought, earthquake, flood, landslides, public health emergencies, tsunami, wildfire, and winter storms. Significant man-made hazards to be updated are long-term power outages, terrorism, and water shortage. This year, a subsection is being added to address climate change along with adding a piece on climate change to each hazard that can be directly affected by it. Public input is a requisite for the plan to be approved by FEMA. People may view the plan as it is developed and make comments about content, format, editing, etc. Suggestions for mitigation strategies or enhancements are accepted through Nov. 30. People must register to leave comments and it needs to be vetted the first time so the site can be kept spam-free, according to a press release. The site is to be checked daily for public comments. The city library has a CD of the 2009 plan in their reference area. Both the county and the city have printed versions of the current plan at their administration offices. Comments can also be emailed to khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us or sent to Ken Horvath, c/o Jefferson County Emergency Management, Emergency Operations Center, 81 Elkins Road, Port Hadlock, WA 98339. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 907 May 2017 ITEM 27: Peninsula Daily News “Eye on Jefferson” Announcement – 11/05/2016 EYE ON JEFFERSON: Port Townsend council to consider pot shop zoning • PENINSULA DAILY NEWS • Sat Nov 5th, 2016 6:55pm • News The Port Townsend City Council will conduct a public hearing on Ordinance 3158, which would amend zoning regulations and standards for medical and recreational marijuana sales, when it meets Monday. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. in council chambers at historic City Hall, 540 Water St. Council members also will consider approving emergency repairs of the boilers at Mountain View Commons after the pressure relief valve on the water heater failed and allowed water into the boiler room. Expenses are estimated at $27,000 for parts and about $13,000 for labor. The council also will consider a preliminary budget for 2017 and five-year capital improvement plan. It will consider a 1 percent increase for 2017 property tax levies and an approximate 6.67 percent increase in the emergency medical services levy. The council will consider a draft legislative agenda for 2017. Other city committee meetings, which are in conference rooms at City Hall at 250 Madison St. unless otherwise noted, are: • Civil Service Commission — 3 p.m. Wednesday, second-floor conference room. • Lodging Tax Advisory Committee — 3 p.m. Thursday, third-floor conference room. City offices will be closed Friday for Veterans Day. County commissioners The three Jefferson County commissioners will consider adoption of the Jefferson County-City of Port Townsend All-Hazards Mitigation Plan (2016) when they meet Monday. The meeting will begin at 9 a.m. in commissioners’ chambers at the Jefferson County Courthouse, 1820 Jefferson St., Port Townsend. Items on the consent agenda include: • Scheduling a hearing for 10 a.m. Nov. 21 on setting ad valorem tax levies. • An agreement regarding the Quimper Wildlife Corridor Addition for $30,814. • An agreement for the Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee for $73,000. • Acceptance of a number of resignations on county boards and councils Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 908 May 2017 Item 28: PTCC Agenda Bill – 11/07/2016 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 909 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 910 May 2017 Item 29: PTCC Agenda – 11/07/2016 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 911 May 2017 Pages 2 – 4 skipped for brevity. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 912 May 2017 Item 30: PTCC Minutes – 11/07/2016 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan (Pages 2-4 deleted for brevity) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 913 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 914 May 2017 Item 31: Neighborhood.com Request for Input to the Hazard Mitigation Plan (11/04/2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 915 May 2017 Item 32: Climate Action Committee Agenda – 11/30/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 916 May 2017 Item 33: Climate Action Committee Minutes – 11/30/2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 917 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 918 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 919 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 920 May 2017 Item 34: BOCC Minutes – 01/09/2017 Discussion of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 921 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 922 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 923 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 924 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 925 May 2017 Item 35: Marrowstone Island Foundation Support Request – 01/09/2017 Source: Email to Project Coordinator from representatives of Marrowstone Foundation, dtd 01/09/2017. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 926 May 2017 Item 36: Marrowstone Island Foundation Board Meeting Agenda – 01/10/2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 927 May 2017 Item 37: Marrowstone Island Foundation Board Meeting Minutes – 01/10/2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 928 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 929 May 2017 Item 38: BOCC Agenda Request – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 930 May 2017 Item 39: BOCC Agenda – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 931 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 932 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 933 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 934 May 2017 Item 40: BOCC BOB – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 935 May 2017 Item 41: BOCC Minutes – 01/23/2017 Adoption of Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 936 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 937 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 938 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 939 May 2017 Item 42: Agenda – 06/02/2017 JPREP Meeting Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 940 May 2017 Item 43: Sign-in Sheets – 06/02/2017 JPREP Meeting Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 941 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 942 May 2017 Item 44: Minutes – 06/02/2017 JPREP Meeting Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 943 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 944 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 945 May 2017 Appendix H Planning Team Documentation Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 946 May 2017 Planning Team Participation Documentation “The ability to deal with a crisis is largely dependent on the structures and relationships that have been developed before the emergency.” Bob Hamlin, Program Manager, Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management. (Retired 12/31/2016) The premise in doing a Multi-Hazard Multi-Jurisdictional All Hazard Mitigation Plan is two-fold: 1. Together, the two Senior Taxing Jurisdictions, Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend, govern all citizens within Jefferson County; 2. Seventeen other Junior Taxing Jurisdictions overlap portions of the County and are interested in hazard mitigation, but only a few have the means to do a Hazard Mitigation Plan on their own; and even those would require outside funding. JPREP is the acronym for “Jefferson County - Port Townsend Regional Emergency Planning Network”, which consists of community leaders, stakeholders, and citizens interested in the preparedness of the region and a chance to network with the people they will be working with during an emergency. Nearly all participating jurisdictions’ points-of-contact for the Hazard Mitigation Plan attend the quarterly JPREP meetings, so JPREP was co-opted to include the Hazard Mitigation Planning Team and the meetings were co-held when Hazard Mitigation Plan issues were discussed. This has worked so well that Hazard Mitigation Planning will become a regular part of every JPREP meeting, thus keeping the Planning Team continuously involved and providing a mechanism to improve all jurisdictions’ resilience in a disaster. A ”Steering Committee” was created with representation from Jefferson County and from the City of Port Townsend to start the process of putting together the Planning team and to arrange funding to write and produce the major upgrade of the Plan. As a matter of convenience, Steering Committee meetings were either held during the half-hour prior to the JPREP meetings or via electronic communications – telephone meetings or by email. Due to the informal nature of the meetings, minutes were not taken as such. What follows is a rebuilding of minutes based on the agendas and the Power Point presentations used in the meetings. Most of the sign-in sheets were tossed because the previous Program Manager did not think he had a use for them. We have saved or recovered some that were created at a JPREP meeting that included Hazard Mitigation. These are fairly representational of all the meetings because the same people show up all the time, except when there are personal time conflicts, which, due to the regular schedule of the meetings, is rare. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 947 May 2017 Appendix “H” Contents Item Title 1. Table H-1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Related Meetings by Jurisdictions 2. Figure H-1 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 1 3. Figure H-2 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – Session 1 4. Figure H-3 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 1 5. Figure H-4 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 2 6. Figure H-5 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – Session 2 7. Figure H-6 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 2 8. Figure H-7 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 3 9. Figure H-8 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 3 10. Figure H-9 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 4 11. Figure H-10 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 4 12. Figure H-11 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – 12/16/2017 13. Figure H-12 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 5 14. Figure H-13 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – Session 5 15. Figure H-14 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 5 16. Table H-2 Jurisdiction Participation Matrix 17. Tables and Figures Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 948 May 2017 Table H-1 - Hazard Mitigation Planning Related Meetings by Jurisdictions Date Tasking Public Location Purpose of Meeting May 19, 2014 Steering Committee: Ken Horvath, Mike Evans Port Townsend City Hall Brief City Council and members of the public on the need to do a 5-year update of the Hazard Mitigation Plan June 2, 2014 Steering Committee: Ken Horvath, Mike Evans Port Townsend City Hall City Council Meeting - Appoint the City Manager as “Applicant Agent” and City representative for the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation (Rev. 2016) Update Project. Authorize applying for a FEMA planning grant to help fund the work. September 2, 2014 Steering Committee: All Virtual / Email All positions on the Steering Committee filled: Bob Hamlin, Dir JC Emergency Management; Ken Horvath, Keppie Keplinger, Deputy Emergency Mgr; Carl Smith – Jefferson County Dept of Community Development; Mike Evans, P.T. Chief of Police; Rick Sepler, P.T. Dir of Development Services Department September 26, 2014 Steering Committee: All Virtual / Email Approve list of jurisdictions to be invited to participate in the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Approve format of invitation. November 2, 2014 Steering Committee: All Virtual / Email Rick Sepler left the City for a new job. Ken Clow, Director of Public Works for Port Townsend replaces him on the Steering Committee. January 30, 2015 Planning Team Session 1 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting –Inform Stakeholders and interested members of the public about the Hazard Mitigation Update Project, who is participating, the near real-time website, and ask for citizen input. August 4, 2015 Steering Committee: All Virtual / Email Steering Committee update of status of the Hazard Mitigation Planning Grant. No word about funding yet. We were supposed to know last April, but we have now passed the point where we can finish a new Plan before the old one expires. September 25, 2015 Planning Team Session 2 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask for public input. Focus on Hazard Survey. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 949 May 2017 Table H-1 - Hazard Mitigation Planning Related Meetings by Jurisdictions Date Tasking Public Location Purpose of Meeting December 3, 2015 Steering Committee: All Virtual / Email Renaming of the Plan due to the slippage of completion dates. April 1, 2016 Planning Team Session 3 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask for public input. Focus on Jurisdiction Profiles. May 24, 2015 Steering Committee: All Virtual / Email Steering Committee recommendation to request an extension of the grant completion date. September 30, 2016 Steering Committee: All Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend Meet prior to JPREP. Add Lance Bailey, Port Townsend Director of Development Services Department to the Steering Committee. September 30, 2016 Planning Team Session 4 Fire Station 1-6 Meeting Rm Port Townsend JPREP Meeting – Brief Stakeholders and interested members of the public on the status of the Hazard Mitigation Plan update and to ask, yet again, for public input. Focus: Getting team members to review the online Plan and send edits to Project Coordinator. October 17, 2016 Steering Committee: Ken Horvath, Mike Evans, Ken Clow Port Townsend City Hall Brief City Council and members of the public on the Hazard Mitigation Plan. October 24, 2016 Steering Committee: Bob Hamlin Jefferson County Commission Chambers Brief the Jefferson County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) and members of the public on the Hazard Mitigation Plan. November 7, 2016 Steering Committee: Mike Evans, Ken Clow; Lance Bailey Port Townsend City Hall City Council to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan. November 30, 2016 Steering Committee: Ken Horvath, Ken Clow Cotton Building Port Townsend Climate Action Committee Meeting January 23, 2017 Steering Committee: Lynn Sterbenz, New Dir of JCDEM Jefferson County Commission Chambers Jefferson County BOCC to adopt the Hazard Mitigation Plan. May 1, 2017 Steering Committee: All Members Virtual / Email Discuss response to FEMA review of Hazard Mitigation Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 950 May 2017 Figure H-1 - JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 1 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 951 May 2017 Figure H-2 - JPREP / Planning Team Sign-In Sheet – Session 1 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 952 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 953 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 954 May 2017 Figure H-3 - JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 1 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 955 May 2017 Figure H-4 - JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 2 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 956 May 2017 Figure H-5 - JPREP / Planning Team Sign-In Sheet – Session 2 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 957 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 958 May 2017 Figure H-6 - JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 2 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 959 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 960 May 2017 Figure H-7 - JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 3 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 961 May 2017 Figure H-8 - JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 3 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 962 May 2017 Figure H-9 - JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 4 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 963 May 2017 Figure H-10 - JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 4 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 964 May 2017 Figure H-11 - JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheets 12/16/2016 As noted previously, a miscommunication led to the destruction of most of the sign-in sheets. We have found three that occurred at the beginning, middle, and near the end of the Hazard Mitigation Update Project that give a fair representation of the attendance at JPREP / Planning Team meetings. Those associated with Planning Meetings were placed in-line. The December 2016 sign-in is for the last JPREP meeting conducted by the retiring Emergency Manager, Bob Hamlin. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 965 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 966 May 2017 Figure H-12 - JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 5 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 967 May 2017 Figure H-13 - JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – Session 5 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 968 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 969 May 2017 Figure H-14 - JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 5 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 970 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 971 May 2017 Table H-2 – Jurisdiction Participation Tracking Introduction What follows is the tracking for each jurisdiction’s participation to the best we can get it. All dates can be verified from email archives and/or file dates. We have also noted some special cases in which the following CFRs should pertain: 1. 44 CFR § 201.2 Definitions. Small and Impoverished communities means a community of 3,000 or fewer individuals that is identified by the State as a rural community, and is not a remote area within the corporate boundaries of a larger city, is economically disadvantaged, by having an average per capita annual income of residents not exceeding 80 percent of national, per capita income, based on best available date; the local unemployment rate exceeds by one percentage point or more, the most recently reported, average yearly national unemployment rate; and any other factors identified in the State Plan in which the community is located. 2. 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(3) Regional Administrator's may grant an exception to the plan requirement in extraordinary circumstances, such as in a small and impoverished community, when justification is provided. In these cases, a plan will be completed within 12 months of the award of the project grant. If a plan is not provided within this timeframe, the project grant will be terminated, and any costs incurred after notice of grant's termination will not be reimbursed by FEMA. Three school districts and three fire districts currently qualify for this, if necessary. They are Quilcene Fire Rescue (JCFD2), Brinnon Fire Department (JCFD4), Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department (JCFD5), Quilcene School District No. 48, Brinnon School District No. 45, and Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20. They are highlighted with the color of the page header. To see all of 44 CFR § 201, which pertains to “Mitigation Planning”: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/44/part-201 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 972 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 973 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 974 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 975 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 976 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 977 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 978 May 2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 979 May 2017 Tables – Appendix H – Planning Team Documentation H-1 Hazard Mitigation Planning Related Meetings by Jurisdictions H-2 Table H-2 Jurisdiction Participation Tracking Figures – Appendix H – Planning Team Documentation H-1 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 1 H-2 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – Session 1 H-3 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 1 H-4 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 2 H-5 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – Session 2 H-6 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 2 H-7 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 3 H-8 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 3 H-9 JPREP / Planning Team Agenda – Session 4 H-10 JPREP / Planning Team Minutes – Session 4 H-11 JPREP / Planning Team Sign-in Sheet – 12/16/2017 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 980 May 2017 END OF DOCUMENT SECTION VIII FEMA CROSSWALK (Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Review Tool) Plan Review Tools The following Plan Review Tools are based on the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide, published by FEMA, dated October 1, 2011. This Plan Review Tool is consistent with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (P.L. 106-390), enacted October 30, 2000 and 44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning, Interim Final Rule (the Rule), published February 26, 2002. The crosswalks are placed here to assist the reviewer in determining that the plan meets the requirements of the above legislation, and to provide a tool for the planners to use in continuously evaluating and improving the plan and, more importantly, using the plan to effect changes in policy and property to minimize the impacts of both natural and man-made disasters. Each Plan Review Tool has three sections: a. The Regulation Checklist, which provides a summary of FEMA’s evaluation of whether the Plan has addressed all requirements; b. The Plan Assessment, which provides the reviewer a forum to identify the Plan’s strengths and weaknesses; and c. The Multi-Jurisdiction Summary Sheet, which is used to document if each jurisdiction in a Plan has met all of the requirements of a complete Plan. On the form issued as of 2011, it is noted as an OPTIONAL form, but the Washington State Emergency Management Division (EMD) has stated that it is mandatory for multi-jurisdiction plans. The original Plan Review Tool was submitted to the EMD for an informal pre-evaluation review in late 2016. The only commentary was that the Multi-Jurisdiction Summary Sheet was mandatory for multi-jurisdiction plans and needed to be filled out. Subsequently, three iterations of the Plan Review Tool have been submitted as follows: History of PLAN REVIEW TOOL Submission for Formal Review: 1. Original from Project to EMD on February 6, 2017. 2. Original from EMD to FEMA on March 15, 2017. 3. Telephone Conference with EMD and FEMA regarding required changes on 04/20/2017. 4. Revision 1 for Jefferson County & the City of Port Townsend to EMD on May 9, 2017. 5. Revision 1 from EMD to FEMA on May 15, 2017. 6. FEMA Approval of Plan for Jefferson County and City of Port Townsend on May 26, 2017. 7. Revision 2 for Special Purpose Districts to EMD on June 15, 2017. 8. Revision 2 from EMD to FEMA on June 16, 2017. 9. FEMA Response to Revision 2 received on July 19, 2017. This Page Intentionally Blank Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-1 SECTION VIII FEMA CROSSWALK (Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Review Tool) (Original – Submitted to EMD on 02/06/2017 Forwarded to FEMA on 03/15/2017) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-2 Plan Review Tools The following Plan Review Tools are based on the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide, published by FEMA, dated October 1, 2011. This Plan Review Tool is consistent with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (P.L. 106-390), enacted October 30, 2000 and 44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning, Interim Final Rule (the Rule), published February 26, 2002. The crosswalks are placed here to assist the reviewer in determining that the plan meets the requirements of the above legislation, and to provide a tool for the planners to use in continuously evaluating and improving the plan and, more importantly, using the plan to effect changes in policy and property to minimize the impacts of both natural and man-made disasters. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-3 LOCAL MITIGATION PLAN REVIEW TOOL The Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool demonstrates how the Local Mitigation Plan meets the regulation in 44 CFR §201.6 and offers States and FEMA Mitigation Planners an opportunity to provide feedback to the community. • The Regulation Checklist provides a summary of FEMA’s evaluation of whether the Plan has addressed all requirements. • The Plan Assessment identifies the plan’s strengths as well as documents areas for future improvement. • The Multi-jurisdiction Summary Sheet is an optional worksheet that can be used to document how each jurisdiction met the requirements of the each Element of the Plan (Planning Process; Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; Mitigation Strategy; Plan Review, Evaluation, and Implementation; and Plan Adoption). The FEMA Mitigation Planner must reference this Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide when completing the Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool. Jurisdiction: Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, and 21 Special Purpose Districts Title of Plan: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan Date of Plan: Local Point of Contact: Ken Horvath Address: Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98368 Title: Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator Agency: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Phone Number: (360) 385-9368 (Jefferson County EOC) E-Mail: khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us State Reviewer: Title: Date: FEMA Reviewer: Title: Date: Date Received in FEMA Region (insert #) Plan Not Approved Plan Approvable Pending Adoption Plan Approved Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-4 SECTION 1: REGULATION CHECKLIST INSTRUCTIONS: The Regulation Checklist must be completed by FEMA. The purpose of the Checklist is to identify the location of relevant or applicable content in the Plan by Element/sub-element and to determine if each requirement has been ‘Met’ or ‘Not Met.’ The ‘Required Revisions’ summary at the bottom of each Element must be completed by FEMA to provide a clear explanation of the revisions that are required for plan approval. Required revisions must be explained for each plan sub-element that is ‘Not Met.’ Sub-elements should be referenced in each summary by using the appropriate numbers (A1, B3, etc.), where applicable. Requirements for each Element and sub- element are described in detail in this Plan Review Guide in Section 4, Regulation Checklist. 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT A. PLANNING PROCESS A1. Does the Plan document the planning process, including how it was prepared and who was involved in the process for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(1)) Section I – p.53-68 Appendix B – p.705- 733 A2. Does the Plan document an opportunity for neighboring communities, local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities, agencies that have the authority to regulate development as well as other interests to be involved in the planning process? (Requirement §201.6(b)(2)) Section I – p.59-64 A3. Does the Plan document how the public was involved in the planning process during the drafting stage? (Requirement §201.6(b)(1)) Section I – p. 63-64 A4. Does the Plan describe the review and incorporation of existing plans, studies, reports, and technical information? (Requirement §201.6(b)(3)) Section I – p.61 Section IV – p.406 & p.457 A5. Is there discussion of how the community(ies) will continue public participation in the plan maintenance process? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(iii)) Section I – p.66-68 A6. Is there a description of the method and schedule for keeping the plan current (monitoring, evaluating and updating the mitigation plan within a 5-year cycle)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(i)) Section I – p.66-68 ELEMENT A: REQUIRED REVISIONS Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-5 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT B. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT B1. Does the Plan include a description of the type, location, and extent of all natural hazards that can affect each jurisdiction(s)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Section II – pp.69-372 B2. Does the Plan include information on previous occurrences of hazard events and on the probability of future hazard events for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Section II – p.93-372; Each hazard has future probability and previous occurrences. B3. Is there a description of each identified hazard’s impact on the community as well as an overall summary of the community’s vulnerability for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Section II p.69-372; each hazard profile contains a HIVA pertinent to the area and a conclusion. B4. Does the Plan address NFIP insured structures within the jurisdiction that have been repetitively damaged by floods? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Section II – Floods – pp.164-167; Section IV – pp.407- 408 & pp.458-459. ELEMENT B: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT C. MITIGATION STRATEGY C1. Does the plan document each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources and its ability to expand on and improve these existing policies and programs? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)) Section IV - City – pp.389-454; County – pp.455-524; Special Purpose Districts – pp.525-626. C2. Does the Plan address each jurisdiction’s participation in the NFIP and continued compliance with NFIP requirements, as appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Section IV – City pp.407-408; County pp.458-459. C3. Does the Plan include goals to reduce/avoid long-term vulnerabilities to the identified hazards? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(i)) Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.627-662 C4. Does the Plan identify and analyze a comprehensive range of specific mitigation actions and projects for each jurisdiction being considered to reduce the effects of hazards, with emphasis on new and existing buildings and infrastructure? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.627-662 C5. Does the Plan contain an action plan that describes how the actions identified will be prioritized (including cost benefit review), implemented, and administered by each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iv)); (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iii)) Section III – Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation p.305-387 C6. Does the Plan describe a process by which local governments will integrate the requirements of the mitigation plan into other planning mechanisms, such as comprehensive or capital improvement plans, when appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(ii)) Section I – p.66 Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-6 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT C: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT D. PLAN REVIEW, EVALUATION, AND IMPLEMENTATION (applicable to plan updates only) D1. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in development? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Revisions Summary – p.1-10 D2. Was the plan revised to reflect progress in local mitigation efforts? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section V – Mitigation Actions pp.627-662 D3. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in priorities? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section IV – Jurisdictions p.402- 404. ELEMENT D: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT E. PLAN ADOPTION E1. Does the Plan include documentation that the plan has been formally adopted by the governing body of the jurisdiction requesting approval? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Preface – p.xvii; Section I – p.65; Appendix F –p.751. E2. For multi-jurisdictional plans, has each jurisdiction requesting approval of the plan documented formal plan adoption? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Appendix F – Adoption Resolutions pp. 749-772. ELEMENT E: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT F. ADDITIONAL STATE REQUIREMENTS (OPTIONAL FOR STATE REVIEWERS ONLY; NOT TO BE COMPLETED BY FEMA) F1. F2. ELEMENT F: REQUIRED REVISIONS Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-7 SECTION 2: PLAN ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS: The purpose of the Plan Assessment is to offer the local community more comprehensive feedback to the community on the quality and utility of the plan in a narrative format. The audience for the Plan Assessment is not only the plan developer/local community planner, but also elected officials, local departments and agencies, and others involved in implementing the Local Mitigation Plan. The Plan Assessment must be completed by FEMA. The Assessment is an opportunity for FEMA to provide feedback and information to the community on: 1) suggested improvements to the Plan; 2) specific sections in the Plan where the community has gone above and beyond minimum requirements; 3) recommendations for plan implementation; and 4) ongoing partnership(s) and information on other FEMA programs, specifically RiskMAP and Hazard Mitigation Assistance programs. The Plan Assessment is divided into two sections: 1. Plan Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement 2. Resources for Implementing Your Approved Plan Plan Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement is organized according to the plan Elements listed in the Regulation Checklist. Each Element includes a series of italicized bulleted items that are suggested topics for consideration while evaluating plans, but it is not intended to be a comprehensive list. FEMA Mitigation Planners are not required to answer each bullet item, and should use them as a guide to paraphrase their own written assessment (2-3 sentences) of each Element. The Plan Assessment must not reiterate the required revisions from the Regulation Checklist or be regulatory in nature, and should be open-ended and to provide the community with suggestions for improvements or recommended revisions. The recommended revisions are suggestions for improvement and are not required to be made for the Plan to meet Federal regulatory requirements. The italicized text should be deleted once FEMA has added comments regarding strengths of the plan and potential improvements for future plan revisions. It is recommended that the Plan Assessment be a short synopsis of the overall strengths and weaknesses of the Plan (no longer than two pages), rather than a complete recap section by section. Resources for Implementing Your Approved Plan provides a place for FEMA to offer information, data sources and general suggestions on the overall plan implementation and maintenance process. Information on other possible sources of assistance including, but not limited to, existing publications, grant funding or training opportunities, can be provided. States may add state and local resources, if available. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-8 A. Plan Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement This section provides a discussion of the strengths of the plan document and identifies areas where these could be improved beyond minimum requirements. Element A: Planning Process How does the Plan go above and beyond minimum requirements to document the planning process with respect to: • Involvement of stakeholders (elected officials/decision makers, plan implementers, business owners, academic institutions, utility companies, water/sanitation districts, etc.); • Involvement of Planning, Emergency Management, Public Works Departments or other planning agencies (i.e., regional planning councils); • Diverse methods of participation (meetings, surveys, online, etc.); and • Reflective of an open and inclusive public involvement process. Element B: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment In addition to the requirements listed in the Regulation Checklist, 44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans identifies additional elements that should be included as part of a plan’s risk assessment. The plan should describe vulnerability in terms of: 1) A general description of land uses and future development trends within the community so that mitigation options can be considered in future land use decisions; 2) The types and numbers of existing and future buildings, infrastructure, and critical facilities located in the identified hazard areas; and 3) A description of potential dollar losses to vulnerable structures, and a description of the methodology used to prepare the estimate. How does the Plan go above and beyond minimum requirements to document the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment with respect to: • Use of best available data (flood maps, HAZUS, flood studies) to describe significant hazards; • Communication of risk on people, property, and infrastructure to the public (through tables, charts, maps, photos, etc.); • Incorporation of techniques and methodologies to estimate dollar losses to vulnerable structures; • Incorporation of Risk MAP products (i.e., depth grids, Flood Risk Report, Changes Since Last FIRM, Areas of Mitigation Interest, etc.); and • Identification of any data gaps that can be filled as new data became available. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-9 Element C: Mitigation Strategy How does the Plan go above and beyond minimum requirements to document the Mitigation Strategy with respect to: • Key problems identified in, and linkages to, the vulnerability assessment; • Serving as a blueprint for reducing potential losses identified in the Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; • Plan content flow from the risk assessment (problem identification) to goal setting to mitigation action development; • An understanding of mitigation principles (diversity of actions that include structural projects, preventative measures, outreach activities, property protection measures, post- disaster actions, etc); • Specific mitigation actions for each participating jurisdictions that reflects their unique risks and capabilities; • Integration of mitigation actions with existing local authorities, policies, programs, and resources; and • Discussion of existing programs (including the NFIP), plans, and policies that could be used to implement mitigation, as well as document past projects. Element D: Plan Update, Evaluation, and Implementation (Plan Updates Only) How does the Plan go above and beyond minimum requirements to document the 5-year Evaluation and Implementation measures with respect to: • Status of previously recommended mitigation actions; • Identification of barriers or obstacles to successful implementation or completion of mitigation actions, along with possible solutions for overcoming risk; • Documentation of annual reviews and committee involvement; • Identification of a lead person to take ownership of, and champion the Plan; • Reducing risks from natural hazards and serving as a guide for decisions makers as they commit resources to reducing the effects of natural hazards; • An approach to evaluating future conditions (i.e. socio-economic, environmental, demographic, change in built environment etc.); • Discussion of how changing conditions and opportunities could impact community resilience in the long term; and • Discussion of how the mitigation goals and actions support the long-term community vision for increased resilience. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-10 B. Resources for Implementing Your Approved Plan Ideas may be offered on moving the mitigation plan forward and continuing the relationship with key mitigation stakeholders such as the following: • What FEMA assistance (funding) programs are available (for example, Hazard Mitigation Assistance (HMA)) to the jurisdiction(s) to assist with implementing the mitigation actions? • What other Federal programs (National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), Community Rating System (CRS), Risk MAP, etc.) may provide assistance for mitigation activities? • What publications, technical guidance or other resources are available to the jurisdiction(s) relevant to the identified mitigation actions? • Are there upcoming trainings/workshops (Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA), HMA, etc.) to assist the jurisdictions(s)? • What mitigation actions can be funded by other Federal agencies (for example, U.S. Forest Service, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Smart Growth, Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Sustainable Communities, etc.) and/or state and local agencies? Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-11 SECTION 3: MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET (OPTIONAL) INSTRUCTIONS: For multi-jurisdictional plans, a Multi-jurisdiction Summary Spreadsheet may be completed by listing each participating jurisdiction, which required Elements for each jurisdiction were ‘Met’ or ‘Not Met,’ and when the adoption resolutions were received. This Summary Sheet does not imply that a mini-plan be developed for each jurisdiction; it should be used as an optional worksheet to ensure that each jurisdiction participating in the Plan has been documented and has met the requirements for those Elements (A through E). MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. B. C. D. E. F. Planning Process Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Mitigation Strategy Plan Review, Evaluation & Implementation Plan Adoption State Require-ments 0 Multi- Jurisdiction All Jurisdictions Ken Horvath Project Coordinator Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us (360) 385-9368 1 Jefferson County, WA County Lynn Sterbenz, Director Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 lsterbenz@co.jefferson.wa.us (360) 385-9368 2 City of Port Townsend City Michael Evans, Chief of Police Port Townsend Police Dept 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us (360) 382-2322 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-12 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. B. C. D. E. F. Planning Process Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Mitigation Strategy Plan Review, Evaluation & Implementation Plan Adoption State Require-ments 3 East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD1) Ted Krysinski Deputy Fire Chief 24 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 tkrysinski@ejfr.org (360) 385-2626 4 Quilcene Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD2) Larry Karp Chief 70 Herbert St Quilcene, WA 98376 chief@qvfd.org (360) 765-3333 5 Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD3) Brad Martin Chief 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 brad.martin@plfr.org (360) 437-2236 6 Brinnon Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD4) Tim Manly Chief 272 Schoolhouse RD P.O. Box 42 Brinnon, WA 98320 tmanly@brinnonfire.org (360) 796-4450 7 Discovery Bay Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD5) Willie Knoepfle Chief 12 Bentley Pl Port Townsend, WA 98368 wkoepfle@dbvfr.org (360) 379-6839 8 JeffCom 9-1-1 Special Purpose District Karl Hatton Director 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 khatton@jcpsn.us (360) 344-9779 9 Jefferson HealthCare Medical Center Public Hospital District No. 2 Bill Hunt 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 bhunt@jgh.org (360) 385-2200 10 Jefferson County Library Public Library District Meredith Wagner Director 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA 98339 mwagner@jclibrary.info (360) 385-6544 11 Port of Port Townsend Port District Sam Gibboney Exec Director 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 samg@portofpt.com (360) 385-0656 12 Port Townsend School District No. 50 Public School District John Polm Superintendent Of Schools 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jpolm@ptschools.org (360) 379-4501 13 Brinnon School District No. 45 Public School District Patricia Beathard Superintendent Of Schools 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org (360) 796-4646 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-13 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. B. C. D. E. F. Planning Process Hazard Identification & Risk Assessment Mitigation Strategy Plan Review, Evaluation & Implementation Plan Adoption State Require-ments 14 Chimacum School District No. 49 Public School District Rick Thompson Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 287 Chimacum, WA 98325 rick_thompson@csd49.org (360) 302-5896 15 Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 Public School District Scott M. Carter Superintendent Of Schools 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu (360) 962-2395 16 Quilcene School District No. 48 Public School District Wally F. Lis Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 wlis@qsd48.org (360) 765-3363 17 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Public School District Diana Reaume Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 60 Forks, WA 98331 diana.reaume@qvschools.org (360) 374-6262 18 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Public Utility District James Parker General Manager 310 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 jparker@jeffpud.org (360) 385-5800 19 Jefferson Transit Authority Public Transportation District Tammi Rubert General Manager 63 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.com (360) 385-4777 20 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-14 End of Document Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-2 Plan Review Tools The following Plan Review Tools are based on the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide, published by FEMA, dated October 1, 2011. This Plan Review Tool is consistent with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (P.L. 106-390), enacted October 30, 2000 and 44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning, Interim Final Rule (the Rule), published February 26, 2002. The crosswalks are placed here to assist the reviewer in determining that the plan meets the requirements of the above legislation, and to provide a tool for the planners to use in continuously evaluating and improving the plan and, more importantly, using the plan to effect changes in policy and property to minimize the impacts of both natural and man-made disasters. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-3 NOTES TO REVIEWER The following pages have been changed to meet the requirements noted below in the FEMA review tool. Per our telephone meeting on 4/20/2017, what we are calling “Phase 1” changes are targeted at getting Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend an approved Hazard Mitigation Plan. We will address the requirements of the Special Districts, once the Plan has been approved. 1. 2016 Plan Revisions Summary, pp. 4 and 9. Changes noted in the “Plan Process” section, the addition of Appendix H, Plan Development Meetings, and changes to the crosswalk, itself. Changes to this section are in Bold RED to make it easy for the reviewer to find. 2. Section I – The Planning Process a. Pp. 59-60 – Added “Multi-jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan Points-of-Contact table to show who is responsible each jurisdiction’s maintenance of their piece of the Plan. b. P. 64 – Corrected reference to table containing the names and contact information of people involved with the development of the Plan. Added text to transition to graphic depicting the Plan Development Cycle. c. P. 65 – Created a figure (PP-1 – Hazard Mitigation Plan Development Cycle) to show how all the relevant entities interact, how the public is continuously involved in the process, and how ideas flow into the governance documents of the participating jurisdictions. d. P.66-67 – Added text and Figure PP-2, Sample Hazard Mitigation Project Webpages – Home, to show the mechanism by which the public can input suggestions from anywhere at any time. e. Repaginated with pages 68a – 68f so that I would not have to repaginate the entire 900-page document, which is normally in multiple files to facilitate pushing to online or to the menu system on disk. f. Page 68b – Revised Table PP-6 to reflect the new timing of annual maintenance based on Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend being approved by June 2017. g. Page 68c – Added a text block adding the caveat that the schedule on 68b is subject to change based on resources and competing mandated obligations. h. Pp. 68c-68d – Created a graphic to show the timing of an annual maintenance cycle and how the JCDEM, participating jurisdictions, and public interact through regular JPREP meetings and known community events. i. P. 68d – Added Table of Figures for the Section. j. P. 68f – Spacer page to assure that, if printed, all the tabs and major section headings start on the right-side page. k. Pp. 875 – 898 – Added Appendix H – “Planning Team Documentation” that contains agendas, sign-sheets, and rebuilt minutes, where available. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-4 LOCAL MITIGATION PLAN REVIEW TOOL The Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool demonstrates how the Local Mitigation Plan meets the regulation in 44 CFR §201.6 and offers States and FEMA Mitigation Planners an opportunity to provide feedback to the community. • The Regulation Checklist provides a summary of FEMA’s evaluation of whether the Plan has addressed all requirements. • The Plan Assessment identifies the plan’s strengths as well as documents areas for future improvement. • The Multi-jurisdiction Summary Sheet is an optional worksheet that can be used to document how each jurisdiction met the requirements of the each Element of the Plan (Planning Process; Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; Mitigation Strategy; Plan Review, Evaluation, and Implementation; and Plan Adoption). The FEMA Mitigation Planner must reference this Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide when completing the Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool. Jurisdiction: Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, and 21 Special Purpose Districts Title of Plan: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan Date of Plan: Local Point of Contact: Ken Horvath Address: Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98368 Title: Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator Agency: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Phone Number: (360) 385-9368 (Jefferson County EOC) E-Mail: khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us State Reviewer: Sarah Tomt Sarah.Tomt@mil.wa.gov Title: Tsunami Program Coordinator Date: 3/9/17 FEMA Reviewer: Amanda Siok Amanda.Siok@fema.dhs.gov 425-487-4626 Brett Holt Title: Mitigation Planner Mitigation Planner Date: 03/30/2017 4/10/17 Date Received in FEMA Region (insert #) 05/15/2017 Plan Not Approved Plan Approvable Pending Adoption Plan Approved Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-5 SECTION 1: REGULATION CHECKLIST 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT A. PLANNING PROCESS A1. Does the Plan document the planning process, including how it was prepared and who was involved in the process for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(1)) Section I – PDF 80-87 Appendix B – PDF 736-764; Appendix H – PDF 906-928 X A2. Does the Plan document an opportunity for neighboring communities, local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities, agencies that have the authority to regulate development as well as other interests to be involved in the planning process? (Requirement §201.6(b)(2)) Section I – p.59-64 X A3. Does the Plan document how the public was involved in the planning process during the drafting stage? (Requirement §201.6(b)(1)) Section I – p. 63-64 X A4. Does the Plan describe the review and incorporation of existing plans, studies, reports, and technical information? (Requirement §201.6(b)(3)) Section I – p.61 Section IV – p.406 & p.457 X A5. Is there discussion of how the community(ies) will continue public participation in the plan maintenance process? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(iii)) See Response to question below. Section I – PDF 93-94 X A6. Is there a description of the method and schedule for keeping the plan current (monitoring, evaluating and updating the mitigation plan within a 5-year cycle)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(i)) See Response to question below. Section I – PDF 93-94 X ELEMENT A: REQUIRED REVISIONS See Section three below for jurisdiction specific required revisions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-6 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT B. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT B1. Does the Plan include a description of the type, location, and extent of all natural hazards that can affect each jurisdiction(s)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Section II – pp.69-372 X B2. Does the Plan include information on previous occurrences of hazard events and on the probability of future hazard events for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Section II – p.93-372; each hazard has representative previous occurrences. pp. 76-80 List all major disaster declarations for Jefferson County. X B3. Is there a description of each identified hazard’s impact on the community as well as an overall summary of the community’s vulnerability for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Section II p.69-372; each hazard profile contains a HIVA pertinent to the area and a conclusion. X B4. Does the Plan address NFIP insured structures within the jurisdiction that have been repetitively damaged by floods? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Section II – Floods – PDF 193-195 Section IV – PDF 437- 451 & PDF 489 & 513 X ELEMENT B: REQUIRED REVISIONS See Section three below for jurisdiction specific required revisions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-7 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT C. MITIGATION STRATEGY C1. Does the plan document each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources and its ability to expand on and improve these existing policies and programs? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)) Section IV - City – pp.389-454; County – pp.455-524; Special Purpose Districts – pp.525-626. X C2. Does the Plan address each jurisdiction’s participation in the NFIP and continued compliance with NFIP requirements, as appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Section IV – City pp.407-408; County pp.458-459. X C3. Does the Plan include goals to reduce/avoid long-term vulnerabilities to the identified hazards? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(i)) Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.627-662 X C4. Does the Plan identify and analyze a comprehensive range of specific mitigation actions and projects for each jurisdiction being considered to reduce the effects of hazards, with emphasis on new and existing buildings and infrastructure? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) City and County have met this requirement. Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.627-662 X C5. Does the Plan contain an action plan that describes how the actions identified will be prioritized (including cost benefit review), implemented, and administered by each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iv)); (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iii)) City and County have met this requirement. Section III – Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation p.305-387 X C6. Does the Plan describe a process by which local governments will integrate the requirements of the mitigation plan into other planning mechanisms, such as comprehensive or capital improvement plans, when appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(ii)) City and County have met this requirement. Section I – p.66 X ELEMENT C: REQUIRED REVISIONS See Section three below for jurisdiction specific required revisions. ELEMENT D. PLAN REVIEW, EVALUATION, AND IMPLEMENTATION (applicable to plan updates only) D1. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in development? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Revisions Summary – p.1-10 X D2. Was the plan revised to reflect progress in local mitigation efforts? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section V – Mitigation Actions pp.627-662 X D3. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in priorities? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section IV – Jurisdictions p.402- 404 X ELEMENT D: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT E. PLAN ADOPTION Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-8 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) E1. Does the Plan include documentation that the plan has been formally adopted by the governing body of the jurisdiction requesting approval? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Preface – p.xvii; Section I – p.65; Appendix G –p.751. X E2. For multi-jurisdictional plans, has each jurisdiction requesting approval of the plan documented formal plan adoption? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Appendix F – Adoption Resolutions pp. 749-772. X ELEMENT E: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT F. ADDITIONAL STATE REQUIREMENTS (OPTIONAL FOR STATE REVIEWERS ONLY; NOT TO BE COMPLETED BY FEMA) F1. F2. ELEMENT F: REQUIRED REVISIONS Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-9 SECTION 2: PLAN ASSESSMENT A. Plan Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement This section provides a discussion of the strengths of the plan document and identifies areas where these could be improved beyond minimum requirements. Element A: Planning Process Plan Strengths -The plan describes a thorough process for maintenance and continued public engagement. An annual public engagement meeting coinciding with the planning committee’s annual review is an excellent way to keep focus on the goals and strategies of the plan. -Page 418 of the plan lists sources used to inform the Plan as well as the owner of that source. This is an excellent way to track used information while setting up a process that can be followed for collecting information for the next plan update without having to recreate the wheel. Opportunities for Improvement -Consider organizing the Summary of Adoption Resolutions (page 19/884) to more clearly identify participating jurisdictions in the hazard mitigation plan. -Text of the plan refers to Appendix C as containing Contributors and Contact Points however, this is actually Appendix B of the Plan. The text should be changed to reflect the Table of Contents. Element B: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Plan Strengths -The plan identifies risks associated with hazards in neighboring counties. -The plan addresses climate change for each appropriate hazard. -The plan documents the current status of the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) -The plan references Sharknado, an invaluable resource to assist with understanding impacts associated with tornado hazards and reducing the risk of oversight when reviewing 600+ pages. -Port Townsend did an excellent job of identifying codes and comprehensive plans that support hazard mitigation planning and risk reduction efforts. Opportunities for Improvement -Many of the maps in the risk assessment section (such as those for Brinnon in unincorporated Jefferson County) are illegible. These maps appear to be copy/pasted from another plan. Consider obtaining the source GIS data and reproducing the maps in the next updated. -Use the Risk MAP database created by FEMA and WA DNR to develop GIS-based maps of vulnerable infrastructure and to enhance understanding of impacts. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-10 Element C: Mitigation Strategy Plan Strengths - Port Townsend does an exceptional job meeting requirements for element C6. Not only is there a thorough description of the code/ordinance that can be linked with goals of the hazard mitigation planning process, but a column describes the review schedule of each code/ordinance. This process paves the road for successful implementation of the plan leading to reduced risk in the community. Opportunities for Improvement - The strategies can be improved by identifying specific projects for mitigation based on risk assessment data from the Risk MAP. - In addition to describing existing programs and policies related to hazard mitigation, include an assessment of resources that are available to implement mitigation such as existing regulatory authorities, staff, or funding through taxing authority and annual budgets. - Make additional linkages between the vulnerability, hazard risk, and mitigation strategy. For example, target mitigation actions at specific locations/areas that have been identified as vulnerable to a hazard. Element D: Plan Update, Evaluation, and Implementation (Plan Updates Only) Plan Strengths - The plan reviews the status of the 2009 mitigation action items and all of the existing actions that are not ongoing or were not completed have been deferred. An explanation of the accomplishments, deferment, or any changes made is provided. Opportunities for Improvement -Although the plan confirmed the plan goals and reprioritized the mitigation actions, consider including a narrative description of if and how any priorities have changed since the plan was previously approved in order to reflect current financial, legal, political, and post-disaster conditions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-11 B. Resources for Implementing Your Approved Plan The Region 10 Integrating Natural Hazard Mitigation into Comprehensive Planning is a resource specific to Region 10 states and provides examples of how communities are integrating natural hazard mitigation strategies into comprehensive planning. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/89725. The Integrating Hazard Mitigation Into Local Planning: Case Studies and Tools for Community Officials resource provides practical guidance on how to incorporate risk reduction strategies into existing local plans, policies, codes, and programs that guide community development or redevelopment patterns. It includes recommended steps and tools to assist with local integration efforts, along with ideas for overcoming possible impediments, and presents a series of case studies to demonstrate successful integration in practice. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=7130. The Mitigation Ideas: A Resource for Reducing Risk from Natural Hazards resource presents ideas for how to mitigate the impacts of different natural hazards, from drought and sea level rise, to severe winter weather and wildfire. The document also includes ideas for actions that communities can take to reduce risk to multiple hazards, such as incorporating a hazard risk assessment into the local development review process. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=6938. The Local Mitigation Planning Handbook provides guidance to local governments on developing or updating hazard mitigation plans to meet and go above the requirements. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=7209. The Integration Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Planning: Case Studies and Lessons Learned resource is a 2014 ICLEI publication for San Diego with a clear methodology that could assist in next steps for integration impacts of climate change throughout mitigation actions. http://icleiusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Integrating-Hazard-Mitigation-and-Climate- Adaptation-Planning.pdf The Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide and Tool resource is available through FEMA’s Library and should be referred to for the next plan update. http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=4859 The Tribal Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning Guidance: This resource is specific to tribal governments developing or updating tribal mitigation plans. It covers all aspects of tribal planning requirements and the steps to developing tribal mitigation plans. You can find the document in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/18355 Washington Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network Volcanic Eruption Mitigation Measures: For information on Mitigation Actions for Volcanic Eruptions that would satisfy the C4 requirement, please visit: Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-12 http://earthzine.org/2011/03/21/volcanic-crisis-management-and-mitigation-strategies-a-multi- risk-framework-case-study/ and http://www.gvess.org/publ.html. The FEMA Region 10 Risk Mapping, Analysis, and Planning program (Risk MAP) releases a monthly newsletter that includes information about upcoming events and training opportunities, as well as hazard and risk related news from around the Region. Past newsletters can be viewed at http://www.starr-team.com/starr/RegionalWorkspaces/RegionX/Pages/default.aspx. If you would like to receive future newsletters, email rxnewsletter@starr-team.com and ask to be included. The mitigation strategy may include eligible projects to be funded through FEMA’s hazard mitigation grant programs (Pre-Disaster Mitigation, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance). Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer, Tim Cook at tim.cook@mil.wa.gov, for more information. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-13 SECTION 3: MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET (OPTIONAL) INSTRUCTIONS: For multi-jurisdictional plans, a Multi-jurisdiction Summary Spreadsheet may be completed by listing each participating jurisdiction, which required Elements for each jurisdiction were ‘Met’ or ‘Not Met,’ and when the adoption resolutions were received. This Summary Sheet does not imply that a mini-plan be developed for each jurisdiction; it should be used as an optional worksheet to ensure that each jurisdiction participating in the Plan has been documented and has met the requirements for those Elements (A through E). MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 1 Jefferson County, WA County Lynn Sterbenz, Director Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 lsterbenz@co.jefferson.wa .us (360) 385- 9368 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-14 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s Consider reconciling the below NFIP repetitive loss data prior to finalizing the plan. The Risk MAP Assessment on Page 165 states there is 1 repetitive loss property in the County and none in the City of Port Townsend. PDF 451 (Plan 420) states the City of Port Townsend has 1 repetitive loss property. These numbers should be reconciled. PDF Page 489 (Document page 458) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the Unincorporated County but doesn’t identify the value of the property. There should be a Mitigation Strategy for this property. PDF Page 513 (Document page 482) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-15 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 2 City of Port Townsend City Michael Evans, Chief of Police Port Townsend Police Dept 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us (360) 382- 2322 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y Consider reconciling the below NFIP repetitive loss data prior to finalizing the plan. The Risk MAP Assessment on Page 165 states there is 1 repetitive loss property in the County and none in the City of Port Townsend. PDF 451 (Plan 420) states the City of Port Townsend has 1 repetitive loss property. These numbers should be reconciled. PDF Page 489 (Document page 458) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the Unincorporated County but doesn’t identify the value of the property. There should be a Mitigation Strategy for this property. PDF Page 513 (Document page 482) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-16 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 3 East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD1) Ted Krysinski Deputy Fire Chief 24 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 tkrysinski@ejfr.org (360) 385- 2626 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. FCD1 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-17 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 4 Quilcene Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD2) Larry Karp Chief 70 Herbert St Quilcene, WA 98376 chief@qvfd.org (360) 765- 3333 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD2. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD2 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD2 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-18 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 5 Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD3) Brad Martin Chief 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 brad.martin@plfr.org (360) 437- 2236 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD3. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD3 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD3 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-19 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 6 Brinnon Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD4) Tim Manly Chief 272 Schoolhouse RD P.O. Box 42 Brinnon, WA 98320 tmanly@brinnonfire.org (360) 796- 4450 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD4. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD4 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD4 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-20 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 7 Discovery Bay Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD5) Willie Knoepfle Chief 12 Bentley Pl Port Townsend, WA 98368 wkoepfle@dbvfr.org (360) 379- 6839 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. JCFD5 did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD5. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD5 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD5 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-21 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 8 JeffCom 9- 1-1 Special Purpose District Karl Hatton Director 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 khatton@jcpsn.us (360) 344- 9779 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JeffCOM’s service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JeffCOM and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JeffCOM needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-22 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 9 Jefferson HealthCare Medical Center Public Hospital District No. 2 Bill Hunt 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 bhunt@jgh.org (360) 385- 2200 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. Hospital Dist 2 did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the hospital and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the hospital and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Hospital District 2 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-23 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 10 Jefferson County Library Public Library District Meredith Wagner Director 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA 98339 mwagner@jclibrary.info (360) 385- 6544 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The Library District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Library and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the library and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. The Emergency Planning Manual is not applicable to pre-disaster risk reduction (mitigation) nor is listing the adoption of this plan. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Library District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-24 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 11 Port of Port Townsend Port District Sam Gibboney Exec Director 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 samg@portofpt.com (360) 385- 0656 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N* 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The Port did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Port and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the Port and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Port needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-25 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 12 Port Townsend School District No. 50 Public School District John Polm Superintendent Of Schools 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jpolm@ptschools.org (360) 379- 4501 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District (50) did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on School District 50 and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. School District 50 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-26 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 13 Brinnon School District No. 45 (46?) Public School District Patricia Beathard Superintendent Of Schools 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org (360) 796- 4646 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-27 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 14 Chimacum School District No. 49 Public School District Rick Thompson Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 287 Chimacum, WA 98325 rick_thompson@csd49.org (360) 302- 5896 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-28 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 15 Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 Public School District Scott M. Carter Superintendent Of Schools 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu (360) 962- 2395 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-29 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex. emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-30 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 16 Quilcene School District No. 48 Public School District Wally F. Lis Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 wlis@qsd48.org (360) 765- 3363 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-31 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 17 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Public School District Diana Reaume Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 60 Forks, WA 98331 diana.reaume@qvschools. org (360) 742- 6262 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-32 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 18 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Public Utility District James Parker General Manager 310 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 Jparker@jeffpud.org (360) 385- 5800 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Public Utility District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the Utility District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Utility District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-33 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Requi re- ment s 19 Jefferson Transit Authority Public Transportation District Tammi Rubert General Manager 63 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.c om (360) 385- 4777 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how each special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Transit Authority and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the Transit Authority and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Transit Authority needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-34 End of Document Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-1 SECTION VIII FEMA CROSSWALK (Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Review Tool) (Revision 2 – Resubmitted to EMD on 6/2/2017 Forwarded to FEMA on 6/16/2017) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-2 Plan Review Tools The following Plan Review Tools are based on the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide, published by FEMA, dated October 1, 2011. This Plan Review Tool is consistent with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (P.L. 106-390), enacted October 30, 2000 and 44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning, Interim Final Rule (the Rule), published February 26, 2002. The crosswalks are placed here to assist the reviewer in determining that the plan meets the requirements of the above legislation, and to provide a tool for the planners to use in continuously evaluating and improving the plan and, more importantly, using the plan to effect changes in policy and property to minimize the impacts of both natural and man-made disasters. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-3 NOTES TO REVIEWER (Updated with Phase 2 Change Comments.) The following pages have been changed to meet the requirements noted below in the FEMA review tool. Per our telephone meeting on 4/20/2017, what we are calling “Phase 1” changes are targeted at getting Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend an approved Hazard Mitigation Plan. We will address the requirements of the Special Districts, once the Plan has been approved. PHASE 1 CHANGES – Jefferson County & City of Port Townsend 1. This has been completed and the Plan has been approved for Jefferson County and for the City of Port Townsend. 2. Changes made for the Special Purpose Districts have changed the total page count and required some repagination. The page numbers contained herein have been changed to point to the appropriate locations. PHASE 2 CHANGES – Special Purpose Districts 1. 2016 Plan Revisions Summary. Changes to this section are in Bold PURPLE to make it easy for the reviewer to find and identify as a Phase 2 Change. All colors will be changed back to “black” prior to formal publishing. 2. The following notation for CFR’s and published FEMA policies is used to simplify references in the feedback: CFR Ref #1 - 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. CFR Ref#2 - 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. CFR Ref#3 - 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. FEMA Policy #1: “Guiding Principle 2. Review for Intent, as well as Compliance. Plan reviews will emphasize actions and implementation of the hazard mitigation strategy. ... A comprehensive review of the plan assists FEMA to validate that the plan meets the overall intent of mitigation planning, whereas only a strict interpretation of individual requirements may cause unnecessary revisions. Source: The Local Mitigation Planning Review Guide, October 1, 2011, p. 5. FEMA Policy #2: “Guiding Principle 3. This is the Community’s Plan. Plan reviews will recognize the effort and interest of each community that develops a mitigation plan. Source: The Local Mitigation Planning Review Guide, October 1, 2011, p. 6. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-4 FEMA Policy #3: “Guiding Principle 4. Process is as important as the Plan itself. FEMA will accept the planning process as defined by the community. “FEMA will not penalize communities that have less capability or demonstrate little progress in hazard mitigation efforts over time. In addition, FEMA will not require specific formats (for example, stand-alone plan, chapter in emergency operations plan, or integrated into comprehensive plan), and FEMA will not require information above or beyond the requirements to be removed (for example, non-natural, climate change). In fact, FEMA acknowledges that some plans will simply “pass” the minimum plan requirements to receive FEMA approval.” Source: The Local Mitigation Planning Review Guide, October 1, 2011, p. 6. The Handbook is a companion to the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide released by FEMA in 2011. Source: Local Mitigation Planning Handbook, Introduction, March 2013, p. I-1 To see all of 44 CFR § 201, which pertains to “Mitigation Planning”: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/44/part-201 Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-5 LOCAL MITIGATION PLAN REVIEW TOOL The Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool demonstrates how the Local Mitigation Plan meets the regulation in 44 CFR §201.6 and offers States and FEMA Mitigation Planners an opportunity to provide feedback to the community. • The Regulation Checklist provides a summary of FEMA’s evaluation of whether the Plan has addressed all requirements. • The Plan Assessment identifies the plan’s strengths as well as documents areas for future improvement. • The Multi-jurisdiction Summary Sheet is an optional worksheet that can be used to document how each jurisdiction met the requirements of the each Element of the Plan (Planning Process; Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; Mitigation Strategy; Plan Review, Evaluation, and Implementation; and Plan Adoption). The FEMA Mitigation Planner must reference this Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide when completing the Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool. Jurisdiction: Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, and 17 Special Purpose Districts Title of Plan: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan Date of Plan: Local Point of Contact: Ken Horvath Address: Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98368 Title: Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator Agency: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Phone Number: (360) 385-9368 (Jefferson County EOC) E-Mail: khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us State Reviewer: Sarah Tomt Sarah.Tomt@mil.wa.gov Title: Tsunami Program Coordinator Date: 3/9/17 FEMA Reviewer: Amanda Siok Amanda.Siok@fema.dhs.gov 425-487-4626 Brett Holt Title: Mitigation Planner Mitigation Planner Date: 03/30/2017 4/10/17 Date Received in FEMA Region (insert #) 03/14/2017 Plan Not Approved 04/11/2017 Plan Approvable Pending Adoption Plan Approved Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-6 SECTION 1: REGULATION CHECKLIST 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT A. PLANNING PROCESS A1. Does the Plan document the planning process, including how it was prepared and who was involved in the process for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(1)) Section I – p.53-74 Appendix B – p.769- 797; Appendix H – p.939-959; Appendix H – pp. 960-967. X A2. Does the Plan document an opportunity for neighboring communities, local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities, agencies that have the authority to regulate development as well as other interests to be involved in the planning process? (Requirement §201.6(b)(2)) Section I – p.61-65; X A3. Does the Plan document how the public was involved in the planning process during the drafting stage? (Requirement §201.6(b)(1)) Section I – p. 62-67 X A4. Does the Plan describe the review and incorporation of existing plans, studies, reports, and technical information? (Requirement §201.6(b)(3)) Section I – p.65 & 69 Section IV – p.416 & p.467 X A5. Is there discussion of how the community(ies) will continue public participation in the plan maintenance process? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(iii)) See Response to question below. Executive Summary – p. 51-52 Section I – p.69-74 X A6. Is there a description of the method and schedule for keeping the plan current (monitoring, evaluating and updating the mitigation plan within a 5-year cycle)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(i)) See Response to question below. Section I – p.69-74 X Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-7 ELEMENT A: REQUIRED REVISIONS Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan contains a narrative in section in Section I describing the Steering Committee and Advisory Group’s responsibilities for the update and Appendix B lists these members. However, the plan is lacking documentation of how specifically the members participated in the planning process and how they engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that an Appendix H is created with Steering Committee and Advisory Group Meeting minutes that document attendance at these meetings. Phase1: Element A1: The table of stakeholders on page 59 has been replaced with a table that lists the Plan Point- of-Contact for each participating jurisdiction. A data flow diagram and text have been added to explain how all jurisdictions participate in the planning, including how they integrate with local governance documents. An Appendix “H” has been added to show steering committee meetings and Jefferson County – Port Townsend Regional Emergency Preparedness (JPREP) Network meetings relating to the Plan. Phase2: A1: In addition to the Phase 1 changes, Table H-2 has been to Appendix “H” to show that all participating jurisdictions had input into the Plan through attending meetings and/or providing data. Small districts that could not attend distant meetings should not be penalized per FEMA Policy #3. Please mark Element A1 as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Element A5: The plan must describe how the jurisdictions will continue the public participation process after the plan has been approved and during the plan’s implementation, monitoring, and evaluation. Pages 66-68 do not describe this process for all jurisdictions participating in the plan. Please revise the plan to describe how the public will be engaged over the duration of the plan for each jurisdiction. Phase 1: Pages 68 – 74 have been added to and edited to clarify the public participation, including Figure PP-3 that shows the annual maintenance schedule, including designated public participation opportunities. Phase 2: Changes incorporated for Phase 1 should meet the requirement for the Special Districts, too. Please mark Element A5 as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Element A6: The Plan must identify how, when, and by whom the plan will be updated, maintained, and evaluated, for each jurisdiction. The current plan does not demonstrate this process for each jurisdiction. Page 58 delegates the maintenance task to the County however, this task must be undertaken by each jurisdiction participating in the plan. Please revise the plan to show each jurisdiction’s process for updating, maintaining, and evaluating the plan over the five year cycle. Phase 1: The responses to both Element A1 and A5, together, answer this. Phase 2: Changes incorporated for Phase 1 should meet the requirement for the Special Districts, too. See FEMA Policy #1. Please mark Element A6 as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-8 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT B. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT B1. Does the Plan include a description of the type, location, and extent of all natural hazards that can affect each jurisdiction(s)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Section II – pp.75-290 X B2. Does the Plan include information on previous occurrences of hazard events and on the probability of future hazard events for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Phase 1: The City and County are shown as having met this requirement. Phase 2: CFR Ref#2 – the previous occurrences, etc. are clearly documented for Jefferson County as a whole, and only need to be addressed in an “annex” if there is divergence. Our technique has been to call out a jurisdiction in the body of the hazard profile rather than in an “annex” if there is variance from the over-all risk. Do to extremely high turn-over at senior positions, most of the small jurisdictions do not have the institutional memory for damage caused prior to the update project, e.g. from the Nisqually Earthquake. Risk probabilities have been cited if they came from reports, otherwise, an inhouse methodology provided a “high – med – low” estimate based on previous experience of the participants. FEMA Policies 1, 2, and 3 all seem appropriate here. Specific enhancements to the Hazard Profiles to improve on this will be noted in the specific Annex analysis in Part 3. Please mark Element B2 as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Section II – p.93-282; each hazard has representative previous occurrences. pp. 82-86 and 461- 476 List all major disaster declarations for Jefferson County. X B3. Is there a description of each identified hazard’s impact on the community as well as an overall summary of the community’s vulnerability for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Phase 1: The City and County are shown as having met this requirement. Phase 2: Again, CFR Ref #2 applies. There is no difference between the community’s vulnerability for the City and for JCFD1, for example. FEMA Policy #1 pertains. If specific jurisdictions are called out because of unique vulnerabilities, it will be noted in the specific Annex analysis in Part 3. Please mark Element B3 as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Section II p.99-382; each hazard profile contains a HIVA pertinent to the area and a conclusion. X Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-9 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) B4. Does the Plan address NFIP insured structures within the jurisdiction that have been repetitively damaged by floods? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Phase 1: The City and County are shown as having met this requirement. There are no repetitive damage properties that belong to the City or the County. There is currently one such structure in the County, but we were told it would be a liability issue to mention it because it would be easily identified since it is the only one. Phase 2: There are no repetitive loss properties in any Special District that are not in the City or the County. CFR Ref#2. FEMA Policy #1. Please mark Element B4 as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Section II – Floods – pp.170-173; Section IV – pp.417- 418 & pp.468-469. X ELEMENT B: REQUIRED REVISIONS See Section three below for jurisdiction specific required revisions. ELEMENT C. MITIGATION STRATEGY C1. Does the plan document each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources and its ability to expand on and improve these existing policies and programs? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)) Phase1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: Added to each Jurisdiction as appropriate. Please mark this requirement as “Met” for all jurisdictions. Section IV - City – pp.415-464; County – pp.465-534; Special Purpose Districts – pp. 535-690. X C2. Does the Plan address each jurisdiction’s participation in the NFIP and continued compliance with NFIP requirements, as appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Executive Summary p. 51; Section IV – City pp.417-418; County pp.468-469. X C3. Does the Plan include goals to reduce/avoid long-term vulnerabilities to the identified hazards? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(i)) Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.691-726 X Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-10 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) C4. Does the Plan identify and analyze a comprehensive range of specific mitigation actions and projects for each jurisdiction being considered to reduce the effects of hazards, with emphasis on new and existing buildings and infrastructure? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Phase 1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: Each jurisdiction has one or more mitigation actions that address the issues that they have with the resources they have. Each line item contains a code for the action, the action description, the lead agency or department, and the funding source. The mitigation actions from each jurisdiction have been consolidated and sorted by hazard type in Section V – Mitigation Actions. Section V covers mitigation actions for all natural hazards. Please mark this requirement as “Met.” The requirement that each jurisdiction have mitigation activities for all hazards encourages districts to only list hazards they have solutions for. We have tried to identify a comprehensive set of hazards, including man-made, and document them so that when and if they become front-burner, the local mitigation strategists will have a basis to work from. This does not mean that all identified hazards are being worked on now, because money is tight. See FEMA Policies #1 and #3. Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.691-726 X C5. Does the Plan contain an action plan that describes how the actions identified will be prioritized (including cost benefit review), implemented, and administered by each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iv)); (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iii)) Phase 1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: Text has been added to each jurisdiction to meet this requirement. See Section 3 for specific changes. Please mark C5 as having been “Met.” Section III – Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation p.395-397 X C6. Does the Plan describe a process by which local governments will integrate the requirements of the mitigation plan into other planning mechanisms, such as comprehensive or capital improvement plans, when appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(ii)) Phase 1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: Text has been added to each jurisdiction to meet this requirement by referring back to Figure PP-1 on Page 65. See Section 3 for specific changes. Please mark C6 as having been “Met.” Executive Summary – p. 51; Section I – pp.56-65 Special Purpose Districts – pp.535- 690. X Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-11 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT C: REQUIRED REVISIONS Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, program and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Reference the table in Section 3 for detailed information on what needs to be added in order to meet requirements. Phase1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: Added to each Jurisdiction as appropriate. See Section 3 for specific changes. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Reference the table in Section 3 for detailed information on what needs to be added in order to meet requirements. Phase 1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: See Section 3 for comments and/or changes. See FEMA Policies #1 and #3. Each jurisdiction has at least one mitigation action. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Reference the table in Section 3 for detailed information on what needs to be added in order to meet requirements. Phase 1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: See Section 3 for comments and/or changes. See FEMA Policies #1 and #3. Element C6: The plan must document each jurisdiction and Special District’s individual process to integrate the mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. Reference the table in Section 3 for detailed information on what needs to be added in order to meet requirements. Phase 1: City and County have met this requirement. Phase 2: See Section 3 for comments and/or changes. See FEMA Policies #1 and #3. ELEMENT D. PLAN REVIEW, EVALUATION, AND IMPLEMENTATION (applicable to plan updates only) D1. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in development? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Revisions Summary – p.1-10 X D2. Was the plan revised to reflect progress in local mitigation efforts? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section V – Mitigation Actions pp.694-726 X D3. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in priorities? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section IV – Jurisdictions p.409- 690 X ELEMENT D: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT E. PLAN ADOPTION E1. Does the Plan include documentation that the plan has been formally adopted by the governing body of the jurisdiction requesting approval? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Preface – p.xvii; Section I – p.68; Appendix F –pp. 815-840. X Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-12 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) E2. For multi-jurisdictional plans, has each jurisdiction requesting approval of the plan documented formal plan adoption? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Appendix F – Adoption Resolutions pp. 815-840. X ELEMENT E: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT F. ADDITIONAL STATE REQUIREMENTS (OPTIONAL FOR STATE REVIEWERS ONLY; NOT TO BE COMPLETED BY FEMA) F1. F2. ELEMENT F: REQUIRED REVISIONS Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-13 SECTION 2: PLAN ASSESSMENT A. Plan Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement This section provides a discussion of the strengths of the plan document and identifies areas where these could be improved beyond minimum requirements. Element A: Planning Process Plan Strengths -The plan describes a thorough process for maintenance and continued public engagement. An annual public engagement meeting coinciding with the planning committee’s annual review is an excellent way to keep focus on the goals and strategies of the plan. -Page 418 of the plan lists sources used to inform the Plan as well as the owner of that source. This is an excellent way to track used information while setting up a process that can be followed for collecting information for the next plan update without having to recreate the wheel. Opportunities for Improvement -Consider organizing the Summary of Adoption Resolutions (page 19/884) to more clearly identify participating jurisdictions in the hazard mitigation plan. -Text of the plan refers to Appendix C as containing Contributors and Contact Points however, this is actually Appendix B of the Plan. The text should be changed to reflect the Table of Contents. Element B: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Plan Strengths -The plan identifies risks associated with hazards in neighboring counties. -The plan addresses climate change for each appropriate hazard. -The plan documents the current status of the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) -The plan references Sharknado, an invaluable resource to assist with understanding impacts associated with tornado hazards and reducing the risk of oversight when reviewing 600+ pages. -Port Townsend did an excellent job of identifying codes and comprehensive plans that support hazard mitigation planning and risk reduction efforts. Opportunities for Improvement -Many of the maps in the risk assessment section (such as those for Brinnon in unincorporated Jefferson County) are illegible. These maps appear to be copy/pasted from another plan. Consider obtaining the source GIS data and reproducing the maps in the next updated. -Use the Risk MAP database created by FEMA and WA DNR to develop GIS-based maps of vulnerable infrastructure and to enhance understanding of impacts. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-14 Element C: Mitigation Strategy Plan Strengths - Port Townsend does an exceptional job meeting requirements for element C6. Not only is there a thorough description of the code/ordinance that can be linked with goals of the hazard mitigation planning process, but a column describes the review schedule of each code/ordinance. This process paves the road for successful implementation of the plan leading to reduced risk in the community. Opportunities for Improvement - The strategies can be improved by identifying specific projects for mitigation based on risk assessment data from the Risk MAP. - In addition to describing existing programs and policies related to hazard mitigation, include an assessment of resources that are available to implement mitigation such as existing regulatory authorities, staff, or funding through taxing authority and annual budgets. - Make additional linkages between the vulnerability, hazard risk, and mitigation strategy. For example, target mitigation actions at specific locations/areas that have been identified as vulnerable to a hazard. Element D: Plan Update, Evaluation, and Implementation (Plan Updates Only) Plan Strengths - The plan reviews the status of the 2009 mitigation action items and all of the existing actions that are not ongoing or were not completed have been deferred. An explanation of the accomplishments, deferment, or any changes made is provided. Opportunities for Improvement -Although the plan confirmed the plan goals and reprioritized the mitigation actions, consider including a narrative description of if and how any priorities have changed since the plan was previously approved in order to reflect current financial, legal, political, and post-disaster conditions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-15 B. Resources for Implementing Your Approved Plan The Region 10 Integrating Natural Hazard Mitigation into Comprehensive Planning is a resource specific to Region 10 states and provides examples of how communities are integrating natural hazard mitigation strategies into comprehensive planning. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/89725. The Integrating Hazard Mitigation Into Local Planning: Case Studies and Tools for Community Officials resource provides practical guidance on how to incorporate risk reduction strategies into existing local plans, policies, codes, and programs that guide community development or redevelopment patterns. It includes recommended steps and tools to assist with local integration efforts, along with ideas for overcoming possible impediments, and presents a series of case studies to demonstrate successful integration in practice. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=7130. The Mitigation Ideas: A Resource for Reducing Risk from Natural Hazards resource presents ideas for how to mitigate the impacts of different natural hazards, from drought and sea level rise, to severe winter weather and wildfire. The document also includes ideas for actions that communities can take to reduce risk to multiple hazards, such as incorporating a hazard risk assessment into the local development review process. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=6938. The Local Mitigation Planning Handbook provides guidance to local governments on developing or updating hazard mitigation plans to meet and go above the requirements. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=7209. The Integration Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Planning: Case Studies and Lessons Learned resource is a 2014 ICLEI publication for San Diego with a clear methodology that could assist in next steps for integration impacts of climate change throughout mitigation actions. http://icleiusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Integrating-Hazard-Mitigation-and-Climate- Adaptation-Planning.pdf The Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide and Tool resource is available through FEMA’s Library and should be referred to for the next plan update. http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=4859 The Tribal Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning Guidance: This resource is specific to tribal governments developing or updating tribal mitigation plans. It covers all aspects of tribal planning requirements and the steps to developing tribal mitigation plans. You can find the document in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/18355 Washington Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network Volcanic Eruption Mitigation Measures: For information on Mitigation Actions for Volcanic Eruptions that would satisfy the C4 requirement, please visit: Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-16 http://earthzine.org/2011/03/21/volcanic-crisis-management-and-mitigation-strategies-a-multi- risk-framework-case-study/ and http://www.gvess.org/publ.html. The FEMA Region 10 Risk Mapping, Analysis, and Planning program (Risk MAP) releases a monthly newsletter that includes information about upcoming events and training opportunities, as well as hazard and risk related news from around the Region. Past newsletters can be viewed at http://www.starr-team.com/starr/RegionalWorkspaces/RegionX/Pages/default.aspx. If you would like to receive future newsletters, email rxnewsletter@starr-team.com and ask to be included. The mitigation strategy may include eligible projects to be funded through FEMA’s hazard mitigation grant programs (Pre-Disaster Mitigation, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance). Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer, Tim Cook at tim.cook@mil.wa.gov, for more information. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-17 SECTION 3: MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET (OPTIONAL) INSTRUCTIONS: For multi-jurisdictional plans, a Multi-jurisdiction Summary Spreadsheet may be completed by listing each participating jurisdiction, which required Elements for each jurisdiction were ‘Met’ or ‘Not Met,’ and when the adoption resolutions were received. This Summary Sheet does not imply that a mini-plan be developed for each jurisdiction; it should be used as an optional worksheet to ensure that each jurisdiction participating in the Plan has been documented and has met the requirements for those Elements (A through E). MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 1 Jefferson County, WA County Lynn Sterbenz, Director Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 lsterbenz@co.jefferson.wa .us (360) 385- 9368 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-18 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Consider reconciling the below NFIP repetitive loss data prior to finalizing the plan. The Risk MAP Assessment on Page 165 states there is 1 repetitive loss property in the County and none in the City of Port Townsend. PDF 452 (Plan 430) states the City of Port Townsend has 1 repetitive loss property. These numbers should be reconciled. We will reconcile as soon as we are into the maintenance phase. This was undoubtedly caused because the Risk Map Assessment and the data on the property in the City were collected at significantly different times. PDF Page 490 (Document page 468) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the Unincorporated County but doesn’t identify the value of the property. (Fixed) There should be a Mitigation Strategy for this property. We will look into it during the 1st year maintenance phase. PDF Page 514 (Document page 492) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the County. Noted. 2 City of Port Townsend City Michael Evans, Chief of Police Port Townsend Police Dept 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us (360) 382- 2322 1.Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-19 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Consider reconciling the below NFIP repetitive loss data prior to finalizing the plan. The Risk MAP Assessment on Page 165 states there is 1 repetitive loss property in the County and none in the City of Port Townsend. PDF 452 (Plan 430) states the City of Port Townsend has 1 repetitive loss property. These numbers should be reconciled. We will reconcile as soon as we are into the maintenance phase. This was undoubtedly caused because the Risk Map Assessment and the data on the property in the City were collected at significantly different times. PDF Page 490 (Document page 468) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the Unincorporated County but doesn’t identify the value of the property. (Fixed) There should be a Mitigation Strategy for this property. We will look into it during the 1st year maintenance phase. PDF Page 514 (Document page 492) documents 1 repetitive loss property in the County. Noted. 3 East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD1) Ted Krysinski Deputy Fire Chief 24 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 tkrysinski@ejfr.org (360) 385- 2626 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: pp. 529 - Added Headers to “annex” to clearly identify Planning Section, Hazards, and Mitigation. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-20 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Reference Section 1 for Responses – Phase 2 changes that meet this requirement for Special Districts are the same as Phase 1 for the County. See Plan “Section I – The Planning Process”, pages 59 – 74. Added Tables PP-1 and Figures PP-1 through PP-3 with appropriate transition text. Phase 2: Added Appendix “H” (pp. 939-968 ) to document participation. Added Table H-2 to document participation for Special Districts. Required information to “document” can be provided in the plan through a variety of formats, such as narrative, tables, lists, maps, etc. Guide, p. 13. See FEMA Policy #1 and #3. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. 44 CFR §201.6(c)(2)(iii)) – For multi-jurisdictional plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Vulnerabilities to structures, etc. were developed by Risk Map and modeled using Hazus. These results are used in the Hazard Profiles, if available. If not available, the basic High-Med-Low assessment was made using input from the Planning team and summarized in the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction Table on page 413. For natural hazards, the risk for any given jurisdiction is the same as for the entire county with a few singular exceptions that are identified in the hazard topic. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-21 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments The Plan review guide says that each jurisdiction must have a comprehensive range of alternatives that address the vulnerabilities to the hazard that the jurisdiction determines are most important. This is not the same as having one action for each hazard identified. – That policy suggests we should just take out all hazards except earthquakes from the Plan in order to get it passed. We have made a good-faith effort to get even the smallest jurisdictions to play in order to qualify to compete for grants that might actually help them, but it is Section V – Mitigation Strategies (pp. 691-720) that has the comprehensive range of strategies that affect the County. See ‘FEMA Guiding Principle #2. Review for Intent... ‘ and “FEMA Guiding Principle #4, “FEMA will not penalize communities that have less capability or demonstrate little progress in hazard mitigation efforts over time. Added activity to replace Marrowstone Fire Station, p. 545. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Each activity line item consists of an activity ID (unless new and not yet assigned), the description of the mitigation activity, who the lead agency is, what the probable funding source is and the projected time to completions. Each line item is contained both at the jurisdiction level, in the Executive Summary (pp. 17-50), and in Section V – Mitigation Strategies (pp.691-720). JCFD1 (EJFR) activities are on pages 544-545. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. FCD1 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 540 of the JCFD1 Annex. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-22 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 4 Quilcene Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD2) Larry Karp Chief 70 Herbert St Quilcene, WA 98376 chief@qvfd.org (360) 765- 3333 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD2. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD2 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Added New Activity to Upgrade Fire Station 2-1, per the strategic plan (p.552) JCFD2 mitigation activities are on pages 552. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD2 mitigation activities are on pages 552. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-23 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD2 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 550 of the JCFD2, Quilcene Fire & Rescue, Annex. 5 Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD3) Brad Martin Chief 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 brad.martin@plfr.org (360) 437- 2236 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD3. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD3 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD3 mitigation activities are on pages 558. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-24 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD3 mitigation activities are on page 558. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD3 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 556 of the JCFD3, Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue, Annex. 6 Brinnon Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD4) Tim Manly Chief 272 Schoolhouse RD P.O. Box 42 Brinnon, WA 98320 tmanly@brinnonfire.org (360) 796- 4450 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD4. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD4 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-25 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD4 mitigation activities are on pages 564. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD4 mitigation activities are on page 564 Activity LT-FL-4 has been updated to show negotiations are going on with the Salmon Coalition for an exchange of property on which to move Fire Station 4-2. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD2 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 562 of the JCFD4, Brinnon Fire Department, Annex. 7 Discovery Bay Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD5) Willie Knoepfle Chief 12 Bentley Pl Port Townsend, WA 98368 wkoepfle@dbvfr.org (360) 379- 6839 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-26 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD5. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JCFD5 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD5 mitigation activities are on pages 569-570. A new activity has been added to Replace Station 5-1 with one that is seismically sound. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCFD5 mitigation activities are on pages 569-570. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD5 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 566 of the JCFD5, Discovery Bay Fire & Rescue, Annex. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-27 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 8 JeffCom 9- 1-1 Special Purpose District Karl Hatton Director 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 khatton@jcpsn.us (360) 344- 9779 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JeffCom. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on JeffCom and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JeffCom mitigation activities are on page 576. New activities have been added for the replacement of the Uninterruptable Power Supply and for the regionalization of 9-1-1 services. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JeffCom mitigation activities are on pages 569-570. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-28 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. JCFD5 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 573 of the JeffCom Annex. 9 Jefferson HealthCare Medical Center Public Hospital District No. 2 Bill Hunt 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 bhunt@jgh.org (360) 385- 2200 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. Hospital Dist 2 did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. What they are saying is that there have not been any natural disaster events that damaged them. Even so, we added the Nisqually earthquake, which everyone knows, even if it didn’t do much damage in Jefferson County. How do you document that there were no hazard events? Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the hospital and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the hospital and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-29 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Added New Activities to do the Phase 4 Build-out of the Emergency Services Building and to replace the Port Ludlow Clinic with a new building (p.584). JCHD2 mitigation activities are on pages 583-584. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCHD2 mitigation activities are on pages 583-584. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Hospital District 2 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 581 of the JCHD2, Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center Annex. 10 Jefferson County Library Public Library District Meredith Wagner Director 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA 98339 mwagner@jclibrary.info (360) 385- 6544 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-30 Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The Library District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Jefferson County Library showed periodic Severe Local Storms and the Nisqually earthquake. In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Library and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the library and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. The Emergency Planning Manual is not applicable to pre-disaster risk reduction (mitigation) nor is listing the adoption of this plan. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and community outreach programs have been added to this and to all of the annexes as appropriate. Modeled off of a Hazard Mitigation Plan approved in 2015. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. The Library District mitigation activities are on pages 589. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. The Library District mitigation activities are on pages 589. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Library District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 587 of the Jefferson County Public Library Annex. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-31 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 11 Port of Port Townsend Port District Sam Gibboney Exec Director 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 samg@portofpt.com (360) 385- 0656 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N* 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-32 Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The Port did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. The Port broke out its Hazards and Activities by Facility: Airport, Boat Haven, Quilcene, and Point Hudson Marina. The Nisqually earthquake was added on pages 599, and 614. Severe storms were already listed on pages 604 and 608. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Port and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the Port and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Port mitigation activities are on pages 600, 605, 609-610, and 615 for the Airport, Boat Haven, Quilcene Marina, and Point Hudson Marina, respectively. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Port mitigation activities are on pages 600, 605, 609-610, and 615 for the Airport, Boat Haven, Quilcene Marina, and Point Hudson Marina, respectively. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Port needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on pages 593, 598, 602-603, 607-608 and 613 for the Port Administration, Airport, Boat Haven, Quilcene Marina, and Point Hudson Marina, respectively. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-33 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 12 Port Townsend School District No. 50 Public School District John Polm Superintendent Of Schools 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jpolm@ptschools.org (360) 379- 4501 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District (50) did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Nisqually earthquake added. In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on School District 50 and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Added pages 620-621. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Mitigation activities are on pages 622-623. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-34 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JCSD50 mitigation activities are on pages 622-623. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. School District 50 needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 619 of the PTSD50 Annex. 13 Brinnon School District No. 46 Public School District Patricia Beathard Superintendent Of Schools 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org (360) 796- 4646 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Nisqually earthquake added. In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-35 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. BSD46 mitigation activities are on pages 630. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 627 of the BSD46, Brinnon School District, Annex. 14 Chimacum School District No. 49 Public School District Rick Thompson Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 287 Chimacum, WA 98325 rick_thompson@csd49.org (360) 302- 5896 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-36 Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Nisqually earthquake added. In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. CSD49 mitigation activities are on pages 637. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. CSD49 mitigation activities are on pages 637. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 634 of the CSD49, Chimacum School District, Annex. 15 Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 Public School District Scott M. Carter Superintendent Of Schools 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu (360) 962- 2395 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-37 Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Distant Tsunami added on p. 642. In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Added on pages 641-642. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. QCSD20 mitigation activities are on pages 643-644. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. QCSD20 mitigation activities are on pages 643-644. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex. emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 641 of theQCSD20, Queets – Clearwater School District, Annex. 16 Quilcene School District No. 48 Public School District Wally F. Lis Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 wlis@qsd48.org (360) 765- 3363 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. N 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-38 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B2: The Plan must include the history of previous hazard events for each of the identified hazards. The School District did not list any past natural hazard events since 1975. Please revise the plan to include any hazard events or document that there were none. Nisqually earthquake added. In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. Added New Activity to remodel or replace old buildings. (p.650) In addition, all the Federal Disaster Declarations documented in Table J-1 (pp. 80-85) apply to all jurisdictions within Jefferson County. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. QSD48 mitigation activities are on pages 650-651. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on pages 647-648 of the QSD48, Quilcene School District, Annex. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-39 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 17 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Public School District Diana Reaume Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 60 Forks, WA 98331 diana.reaume@qvschools. org (360) 742- 6262 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-40 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the School District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the School District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. QVSD mitigation activities are on pages 659-662. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. QVSD mitigation activities are on pages 659-662. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The School District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 655 of the QVSD annex. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-41 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 18 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Public Utility District James Parker General Manager 310 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 Jparker@jeffpud.org (360) 385- 5800 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Public Utility District and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the Utility District and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. PUD Mitigation activities are on pages 680-681 and 688-689. Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p.A21 applies here. PUD mitigation activities are on pages 680-681 and 688-689. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Utility District needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-42 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on pages 678 and 686 of the PUD Annex. 19 Jefferson Transit Authority Public Transportation District Tammi Rubert General Manager 63 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.c om (360) 385- 4777 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. N 6. N 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. N 6. N 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1, A5, A6: Reference Section 1 for Element A requirements. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on the Transit Authority and its service area. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on the Transit Authority and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A20 applies here. Element C1: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources available to accomplish hazard mitigation. Please revise with existing mitigation practices ex. non-structural retrofits, etc. or document that there are none in place. Added to page 672. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JTA mitigation activities are on page 674. New activity to procure and install back-up generators for critical facilities has been added. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-43 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments Element C5: The plan must identify the position, office, or department responsible for implementing and administering the action for each jurisdiction. Additionally, the plan must document the potential funding source for each action and jurisdiction. Discussion contained on JCFD1 Required Revisions, p. A21 applies here. JTA mitigation activities are on page 674. Element C6: The plan must describe each jurisdiction’s process to integrate the data, information, and hazard mitigation goals and actions into other planning mechanisms. The Transit Authority needs to document its process for integrating the hazard mitigation actions into other planning mechanisms (ex emergency response plan, emergency operations plan, comprehensive emergency management plan, etc.). This is covered by changes made to “Section I – The Planning Process” (pp. 53-74) and on page 672 of the Jefferson Transit Authority annex. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-44 End of Document Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-1 SECTION VIII FEMA CROSSWALK (Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Review Tool) (FEMA Response to Revision 2 Received 7/19/2017) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-2 Plan Review Tools The following Plan Review Tools are based on the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide, published by FEMA, dated October 1, 2011. This Plan Review Tool is consistent with the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (P.L. 106-390), enacted October 30, 2000 and 44 CFR Part 201 – Mitigation Planning, Interim Final Rule (the Rule), published February 26, 2002. The crosswalks are placed here to assist the reviewer in determining that the plan meets the requirements of the above legislation, and to provide a tool for the planners to use in continuously evaluating and improving the plan and, more importantly, using the plan to effect changes in policy and property to minimize the impacts of both natural and man-made disasters. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-3 NOTES TO REVIEWER (Updated with Phase 2 Change Comments.) The following pages have been changed to meet the requirements noted below in the FEMA review tool. Per our telephone meeting on 4/20/2017, what we are calling “Phase 1” changes are targeted at getting Jefferson County and the City of Port Townsend an approved Hazard Mitigation Plan. We will address the requirements of the Special Districts, once the Plan has been approved. PHASE 1 CHANGES – Jefferson County & City of Port Townsend 1. This has been completed and the Plan has been approved for Jefferson County and for the City of Port Townsend. 2. Changes made for the Special Purpose Districts have changed the total page count and required some repagination. The page numbers contained herein have been changed to point to the appropriate locations. PHASE 2 CHANGES – Special Purpose Districts 1. 2016 Plan Revisions Summary. Changes to this section are in Bold PURPLE to make it easy for the reviewer to find and identify as a Phase 2 Change. All colors will be changed back to “black” prior to formal publishing. 2. The following notation for CFR’s and published FEMA policies is used to simplify references in the feedback: CFR Ref #1 - 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. CFR Ref#2 - 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. CFR Ref#3 - 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. FEMA Policy #1: “Guiding Principle 2. Review for Intent, as well as Compliance. Plan reviews will emphasize actions and implementation of the hazard mitigation strategy. ... A comprehensive review of the plan assists FEMA to validate that the plan meets the overall intent of mitigation planning, whereas only a strict interpretation of individual requirements may cause unnecessary revisions. Source: The Local Mitigation Planning Review Guide, October 1, 2011, p. 5. FEMA Policy #2: “Guiding Principle 3. This is the Community’s Plan. Plan reviews will recognize the effort and interest of each community that develops a mitigation plan. Source: The Local Mitigation Planning Review Guide, October 1, 2011, p. 6. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-4 FEMA Policy #3: “Guiding Principle 4. Process is as important as the Plan itself. FEMA will accept the planning process as defined by the community. “FEMA will not penalize communities that have less capability or demonstrate little progress in hazard mitigation efforts over time. In addition, FEMA will not require specific formats (for example, stand-alone plan, chapter in emergency operations plan, or integrated into comprehensive plan), and FEMA will not require information above or beyond the requirements to be removed (for example, non-natural, climate change). In fact, FEMA acknowledges that some plans will simply “pass” the minimum plan requirements to receive FEMA approval.” Source: The Local Mitigation Planning Review Guide, October 1, 2011, p. 6. The Handbook is a companion to the Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide released by FEMA in 2011. Source: Local Mitigation Planning Handbook, Introduction, March 2013, p. I-1 To see all of 44 CFR § 201, which pertains to “Mitigation Planning”: https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/44/part-201 Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-5 LOCAL MITIGATION PLAN REVIEW TOOL The Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool demonstrates how the Local Mitigation Plan meets the regulation in 44 CFR §201.6 and offers States and FEMA Mitigation Planners an opportunity to provide feedback to the community. • The Regulation Checklist provides a summary of FEMA’s evaluation of whether the Plan has addressed all requirements. • The Plan Assessment identifies the plan’s strengths as well as documents areas for future improvement. • The Multi-jurisdiction Summary Sheet is an optional worksheet that can be used to document how each jurisdiction met the requirements of the each Element of the Plan (Planning Process; Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment; Mitigation Strategy; Plan Review, Evaluation, and Implementation; and Plan Adoption). The FEMA Mitigation Planner must reference this Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide when completing the Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool. Jurisdiction: Jefferson County, the City of Port Townsend, and 17 Special Purpose Districts Title of Plan: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Multi- Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan Date of Plan: Local Point of Contact: Ken Horvath Address: Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Emergency Operations Center 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98368 Title: Hazard Mitigation Plan Project Coordinator Agency: Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management Phone Number: (360) 385-9368 (Jefferson County EOC) E-Mail: khorvath@co.jefferson.wa.us State Reviewer: Sarah Tomt Sarah.Tomt@mil.wa.gov Title: Tsunami Program Coordinator Date: 3/9/17 FEMA Reviewer: Amanda Siok Amanda.Siok@fema.dhs.gov 425-487-4626 Brett Holt Title: Mitigation Planner Mitigation Planner Date: 03/30/2017 4/10/17 Date Received in FEMA Region (insert #) 03/14/2017 Plan Not Approved 04/11/2017 Plan Approvable Pending Adoption Plan Approved Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-6 SECTION 1: REGULATION CHECKLIST 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT A. PLANNING PROCESS A1. Does the Plan document the planning process, including how it was prepared and who was involved in the process for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(1)) Section I – p.53-74 Appendix B – p.769- 797; Appendix H – p.939-959; Appendix H – pp. 960-967. Page 976, 979 X A2. Does the Plan document an opportunity for neighboring communities, local and regional agencies involved in hazard mitigation activities, agencies that have the authority to regulate development as well as other interests to be involved in the planning process? (Requirement §201.6(b)(2)) Section I – p.61-65; X A3. Does the Plan document how the public was involved in the planning process during the drafting stage? (Requirement §201.6(b)(1)) Section I – p. 62-67 X A4. Does the Plan describe the review and incorporation of existing plans, studies, reports, and technical information? (Requirement §201.6(b)(3)) Section I – p.65 & 69 Section IV – p.416 & p.467 X A5. Is there discussion of how the community (ies) will continue public participation in the plan maintenance process? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(iii)) Executive Summary – p. 51-52 Section I – p.69-74 (PDF Page 95-69, Plan 71-72) X A6. Is there a description of the method and schedule for keeping the plan current (monitoring, evaluating and updating the mitigation plan within a 5-year cycle)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(i)) Section I – p.69-74 (PDF Page 93, plan page 69) X ELEMENT A: REQUIRED REVISIONS Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan contains a narrative in section in Section I describing the Steering Committee and Advisory Group’s responsibilities for the update and Appendix B lists these members. However, the plan is lacking documentation of how specifically the members participated in the planning process and how they engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that an Appendix H is created with Steering Committee and Advisory Group Meeting minutes that document attendance at these meetings. Element A1- Not Met. Appendix H and Table H-2 document four JPREP meetings and attendees. Mitigation Planning Sessions 2 and 3 request the jurisdiction to take information back to their jurisdictions to develop mitigation projects and/or plan edits. Where is the documentation from the special districts of the process they took to accomplish this? Where is the documentation of who/what was provided from the individual special districts and how it was incorporated? To meet Element A1, Individual District Profiles should describe the district’s process for contributing information, data, vulnerabilities, etc., compiling that information, and supporting development of the plan. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-7 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT B. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION AND RISK ASSESSMENT B1. Does the Plan include a description of the type, location, and extent of all natural hazards that can affect each jurisdiction(s)? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i)) Section II – pp.75-290 X B2. Does the Plan include information on previous occurrences of hazard events and on the probability of future hazard events for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(i Section II – p.93-282; each hazard has representative previous occurrences. pp. 82-86 and 461- 476 List all major disaster declarations for Jefferson County X B3. Is there a description of each identified hazard’s impact on the community as well as an overall summary of the community’s vulnerability for each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Section II p.99-382; each hazard profile contains a HIVA pertinent to the area and a conclusion. X B4. Does the Plan address NFIP insured structures within the jurisdiction that have been repetitively damaged by floods? (Requirement §201.6(c)(2)(ii)) Section II – Floods – pp.170-173; Section IV – pp.417- 418 & pp.468-469. X ELEMENT B: REQUIRED REVISIONS Element B3: Not Met. For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must describe the potential impacts and vulnerabilities of each of the identified hazards on the community. Impact means the consequences of the hazard on the community and its assets. Assets are determined by the community and include people, structures, facilities, systems, capabilities, etc. Hazus data can be analyzed to describe impacts. The overall summary of each jurisdiction’s vulnerability should identify structures, systems, populations, or other community assets that are susceptible to damage and loss from hazard events. An example of an overall summary is a list of key issues or problem statements that clearly describes the community’s greatest vulnerabilities. A county map may be referenced for this section, but each community seeking approval must describe their own vulnerabilities. These problem statements should then be used to develop the mitigation actions for element C4. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-8 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT C. MITIGATION STRATEGY C1. Does the plan document each jurisdiction’s existing authorities, policies, programs and resources and its ability to expand on and improve these existing policies and programs? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)) Section IV - City – pp.415-464; County – pp.465-534; Special Purpose Districts – pp. 535-690. X C2. Does the Plan address each jurisdiction’s participation in the NFIP and continued compliance with NFIP requirements, as appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Executive Summary p. 51; Section IV – City pp.417-418; County pp.468-469. X C3. Does the Plan include goals to reduce/avoid long-term vulnerabilities to the identified hazards? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(i)) Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.691-726 X C4. Does the Plan identify and analyze a comprehensive range of specific mitigation actions and projects for each jurisdiction being considered to reduce the effects of hazards, with emphasis on new and existing buildings and infrastructure? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(ii)) Section V – Mitigation Actions – pp.691-726 X * C5. Does the Plan contain an action plan that describes how the actions identified will be prioritized (including cost benefit review), implemented, and administered by each jurisdiction? (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iv)); (Requirement §201.6(c)(3)(iii)) Section III – Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation p.395-397 PDF 41 and district annexes X C6. Does the Plan describe a process by which local governments will integrate the requirements of the mitigation plan into other planning mechanisms, such as comprehensive or capital improvement plans, when appropriate? (Requirement §201.6(c)(4)(ii)) Executive Summary – p. 51; Section I – pp.56-65 Special Purpose Districts – pp.535- 690. X ELEMENT C: REQUIRED REVISIONS Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Reference the table in Section 3 for detailed information on what needs to be added in order to meet requirements. Element C4- Not Met* Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. Each profile lists at least three priority hazards. There should be a minimum of one mitigation-specific action for each of the identified priority hazards (not response or preparedness) actions. Additional comments are made below in section 3 for each of the special districts. *Jefferson Healthcare Medical Center has met the requirements for element C4. See recommendations for improvement for C5 and C6 in Section 2: Plan Assessment. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-9 1. REGULATION CHECKLIST Location in Plan (section and/or page number) Met Not Met Regulation (44 CFR 201.6 Local Mitigation Plans) ELEMENT D. PLAN REVIEW, EVALUATION, AND IMPLEMENTATION (applicable to plan updates only) D1. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in development? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Revisions Summary – p.1-10 X D2. Was the plan revised to reflect progress in local mitigation efforts? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section V – Mitigation Actions pp.694-726 X D3. Was the plan revised to reflect changes in priorities? (Requirement §201.6(d)(3)) Section IV – Jurisdictions p.409- 690 X ELEMENT D: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT E. PLAN ADOPTION E1. Does the Plan include documentation that the plan has been formally adopted by the governing body of the jurisdiction requesting approval? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Preface – p.xvii; Section I – p.68; Appendix F –pp. 815-840. X E2. For multi-jurisdictional plans, has each jurisdiction requesting approval of the plan documented formal plan adoption? (Requirement §201.6(c)(5)) Appendix F – Adoption Resolutions pp. 815-840. X ELEMENT E: REQUIRED REVISIONS ELEMENT F. ADDITIONAL STATE REQUIREMENTS (OPTIONAL FOR STATE REVIEWERS ONLY; NOT TO BE COMPLETED BY FEMA) F1. F2. ELEMENT F: REQUIRED REVISIONS Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-10 SECTION 2: PLAN ASSESSMENT A. Plan Strengths and Opportunities for Improvement This section provides a discussion of the strengths of the plan document and identifies areas where these could be improved beyond minimum requirements. Element A: Planning Process Plan Strengths -The plan describes a thorough process for maintenance and continued public engagement. An annual public engagement meeting coinciding with the planning committee’s annual review is an excellent way to keep focus on the goals and strategies of the plan. -Page 418 of the plan lists sources used to inform the Plan as well as the owner of that source. This is an excellent way to track used information while setting up a process that can be followed for collecting information for the next plan update without having to recreate the wheel. Opportunities for Improvement -Consider organizing the Summary of Adoption Resolutions (page 19/884) to more clearly identify participating jurisdictions in the hazard mitigation plan. -Text of the plan refers to Appendix C as containing Contributors and Contact Points however, this is actually Appendix B of the Plan. The text should be changed to reflect the Table of Contents. Element B: Hazard Identification and Risk Assessment Plan Strengths -The plan identifies risks associated with hazards in neighboring counties. -The plan addresses climate change for each appropriate hazard. -The plan documents the current status of the FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) -The plan references Sharknado, an invaluable resource to assist with understanding impacts associated with tornado hazards and reducing the risk of oversight when reviewing 600+ pages. -Port Townsend did an excellent job of identifying codes and comprehensive plans that support hazard mitigation planning and risk reduction efforts. Opportunities for Improvement -Many of the maps in the risk assessment section (such as those for Brinnon in unincorporated Jefferson County) are illegible. These maps appear to be copy/pasted from another plan. Consider obtaining the source GIS data and reproducing the maps in the next updated. -Use the Risk MAP database created by FEMA and WA DNR to develop GIS-based maps of vulnerable infrastructure and to enhance understanding of impacts. -B2 Jefferson Health Care, Port Townsend School District #50: The intent with B2 is to understand potential impacts based on events that have occurred in the past. Because Special District boundaries are not the same as county boundaries, it is unclear to the reader that declarations from Table J-1 (PDF 106) are applicable to all jurisdictions. Future updates should consider power outages, impacts of impassable roadways for both patient transport and the ability of healthcare providers to travel to work. Table J-2 PDF Page 10 is excellent for Port Townsend, it would be useful to see this for all jurisdictions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-11 Element C: Mitigation Strategy Plan Strengths - Port Townsend does an exceptional job meeting requirements for element C6. Not only is there a thorough description of the code/ordinance that can be linked with goals of the hazard mitigation planning process, but a column describes the review schedule of each code/ordinance. This process paves the road for successful implementation of the plan leading to reduced risk in the community. Opportunities for Improvement - The strategies can be improved by identifying specific projects for mitigation based on risk assessment data from the Risk MAP. - In addition to describing existing programs and policies related to hazard mitigation, include an assessment of resources that are available to implement mitigation such as existing regulatory authorities, staff, or funding through taxing authority and annual budgets. - Make additional linkages between the vulnerability, hazard risk, and mitigation strategy. For example, target mitigation actions at specific locations/areas that have been identified as vulnerable to a hazard. -Element C5: There is significant room for improvement for this element. Future updates of the plan will need to include a measureable timeframe for completion (this could be met by defining the timeframe for “short-term” and “long term continuous, and “ongoing” on PDF page 41, Plan page 17) in order to measure progress on mitigation actions. Additionally, the funding sources will need to be better defined (Grants, DHS Grants, FEMA Grants are not typically acceptable sources of funding, they should be more specific, such as FEMA HMA grant, etc.). -Element C6- There is significant room for improvement for this element. Future updates of the plan should include district-specific information on how they support Page 69 of the plan “Local plans, such as Emergency Response Plans, that have sections related to hazard mitigation will be coordinated with the Plan so that requirements of the Plan are incorporated into local guiding documents and ordinances” as applicable to their listed existing policies. This could be done through the annual update process or through further development of mitigation actions. Element D: Plan Update, Evaluation, and Implementation (Plan Updates Only) Plan Strengths - The plan reviews the status of the 2009 mitigation action items and all of the existing actions that are not ongoing or were not completed have been deferred. An explanation of the accomplishments, deferment, or any changes made is provided. Opportunities for Improvement -Although the plan confirmed the plan goals and reprioritized the mitigation actions, consider including a narrative description of if and how any priorities have changed since the plan was previously approved in order to reflect current financial, legal, political, and post-disaster conditions. Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-12 B. Resources for Implementing Your Approved Plan The Region 10 Integrating Natural Hazard Mitigation into Comprehensive Planning is a resource specific to Region 10 states and provides examples of how communities are integrating natural hazard mitigation strategies into comprehensive planning. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/89725. The Integrating Hazard Mitigation Into Local Planning: Case Studies and Tools for Community Officials resource provides practical guidance on how to incorporate risk reduction strategies into existing local plans, policies, codes, and programs that guide community development or redevelopment patterns. It includes recommended steps and tools to assist with local integration efforts, along with ideas for overcoming possible impediments, and presents a series of case studies to demonstrate successful integration in practice. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=7130. The Mitigation Ideas: A Resource for Reducing Risk from Natural Hazards resource presents ideas for how to mitigate the impacts of different natural hazards, from drought and sea level rise, to severe winter weather and wildfire. The document also includes ideas for actions that communities can take to reduce risk to multiple hazards, such as incorporating a hazard risk assessment into the local development review process. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=6938. The Local Mitigation Planning Handbook provides guidance to local governments on developing or updating hazard mitigation plans to meet and go above the requirements. You can find it in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=7209. The Integration Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Planning: Case Studies and Lessons Learned resource is a 2014 ICLEI publication for San Diego with a clear methodology that could assist in next steps for integration impacts of climate change throughout mitigation actions. http://icleiusa.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/Integrating-Hazard-Mitigation-and-Climate- Adaptation-Planning.pdf The Local Mitigation Plan Review Guide and Tool resource is available through FEMA’s Library and should be referred to for the next plan update. http://www.fema.gov/library/viewRecord.do?id=4859 The Tribal Multi-Hazard Mitigation Planning Guidance: This resource is specific to tribal governments developing or updating tribal mitigation plans. It covers all aspects of tribal planning requirements and the steps to developing tribal mitigation plans. You can find the document in the FEMA Library at http://www.fema.gov/media-library/assets/documents/18355 Washington Fire Adapted Communities Learning Network Volcanic Eruption Mitigation Measures: For information on Mitigation Actions for Volcanic Eruptions that would satisfy the C4 requirement, please visit: Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-13 http://earthzine.org/2011/03/21/volcanic-crisis-management-and-mitigation-strategies-a-multi- risk-framework-case-study/ and http://www.gvess.org/publ.html. The FEMA Region 10 Risk Mapping, Analysis, and Planning program (Risk MAP) releases a monthly newsletter that includes information about upcoming events and training opportunities, as well as hazard and risk related news from around the Region. Past newsletters can be viewed at http://www.starr-team.com/starr/RegionalWorkspaces/RegionX/Pages/default.aspx. If you would like to receive future newsletters, email rxnewsletter@starr-team.com and ask to be included. The mitigation strategy may include eligible projects to be funded through FEMA’s hazard mitigation grant programs (Pre-Disaster Mitigation, Hazard Mitigation Grant Program, Flood Mitigation Assistance). Contact your State Hazard Mitigation Officer, Tim Cook at tim.cook@mil.wa.gov, for more information. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-14 SECTION 3: MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET (OPTIONAL) INSTRUCTIONS: For multi-jurisdictional plans, a Multi-jurisdiction Summary Spreadsheet may be completed by listing each participating jurisdiction, which required Elements for each jurisdiction were ‘Met’ or ‘Not Met,’ and when the adoption resolutions were received. This Summary Sheet does not imply that a mini-plan be developed for each jurisdiction; it should be used as an optional worksheet to ensure that each jurisdiction participating in the Plan has been documented and has met the requirements for those Elements (A through E). MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 1 Jefferson County, WA County Lynn Sterbenz, Director Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98338 lsterbenz@co.jefferson.wa .us (360) 385- 9368 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 2 City of Port Townsend City Michael Evans, Chief of Police Port Townsend Police Dept 1925 Blaine St Port Townsend, WA 98368 mevans@cityofpt.us (360) 382- 2322 1.Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-15 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 3 East Jefferson Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD1) Ted Krysinski Deputy Fire Chief 24 Seton Road Port Townsend, WA 98368 tkrysinski@ejfr.org (360) 385- 2626 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-16 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 4 Quilcene Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD2) Larry Karp Chief 70 Herbert St Quilcene, WA 98376 chief@qvfd.org (360) 765- 3333 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment considers earthquake, flooding, and severe storm as priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. Once the vulnerabilities are identified as part of element B3, they can inform hazard-specific mitigation actions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-17 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 5 Port Ludlow Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD3) Brad Martin Chief 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 brad.martin@plfr.org (360) 437- 2236 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. N/A 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment considers earthquake, windstorm, and flood as priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. Once the vulnerabilities are identified as part of element B3, they can inform hazard-specific mitigation actions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-18 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 6 Brinnon Fire - Rescue Fire District (JCFD4) Tim Manly Chief 272 Schoolhouse RD P.O. Box 42 Brinnon, WA 98320 tmanly@brinnonfire.org (360) 796- 4450 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment considers earthquake, flooding, and landslides as priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. Once the vulnerabilities are identified as part of element B3, they can inform hazard-specific mitigation actions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-19 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 7 Discovery Bay Fire & Rescue Fire District (JCFD5) Willie Knoepfle Chief 12 Bentley Pl Port Townsend, WA 98368 wkoepfle@dbvfr.org (360) 379- 6839 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. N 3. Y 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment considers windstorm, earthquake, and wildfire as priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. Once the vulnerabilities are identified as part of element B3, they can inform hazard-specific mitigation actions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-20 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 8 JeffCom 9- 1-1 Special Purpose District Karl Hatton Director 81 Elkins Road Port Hadlock, WA 98339 khatton@jcpsn.us (360) 344- 9779 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment considers earthquake, severe storm, and flood as priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. Once the vulnerabilities are identified as part of element B3, they can inform hazard-specific mitigation actions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-21 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 9 Jefferson HealthCare Medical Center Public Hospital District No. 2 Bill Hunt 824 Sheridan St Port Townsend, WA 98368 bhunt@jgh.org (360) 385- 2200 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-22 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 10 Jefferson County Library Public Library District Meredith Wagner Director 620 Cedar Ave Port Hadlock, WA 98339 mwagner@jclibrary.info (360) 385- 6544 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment considers severe storm, earthquake, and volcanic action/ash fall as priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-23 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 11 Port of Port Townsend Port District Sam Gibboney Exec Directo 2701 Jefferson St Port Townsend, WA 98368 samg@portofpt.com (360) 385- 0656 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-24 Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. • The risk assessment for the airport considers earthquake, severe local storm, wildland fire, and tsunami, priorities so there should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. • The risk assessment for the boat haven includes severe local storm, earthquake, and tsunami. There should be a mitigation action for each of these hazards. • The risk assessment for the Herb Beck Marina and & Quilcene Boat Haven include severe storm, earthquake, and tsunami. There should be a mitigation action listed for each hazard (missing for severe storm). • The risk assessment for the Point Hudson Marina ranks severe storm, earthquake, and tsunami as a priority. There should be a mitigation action listed for each hazard (missing for severe storm). Once the vulnerabilities are identified as part of element B3, they can inform hazard-specific mitigation actions. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-25 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 12 Port Townsend School District No. 50 Public School District John Polm Superintendent Of Schools 450 Fir St Port Townsend, WA 98368 jpolm@ptschools.org (360) 379- 4501 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes earthquake, volcano, and severe storms. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-26 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 13 Brinnon School District No. 46 Public School District Patricia Beathard Superintendent Of Schools 46 Schoolhouse Rd Brinnon, WA 98320 pbeathard@bsd46.org (360) 796- 4646 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes flood, earthquake, and severe storms. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-27 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 14 Chimacum School District No. 49 Public School District Rick Thompson Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 287 Chimacum, WA 98325 rick_thompson@csd49.org (360) 302- 5896 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes earthquake, fire, and severe storms. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-28 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 15 Queets / Clearwater School District No. 20 Public School District Scott M. Carter Superintendent Of Schools 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu (360) 962- 2395 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes earthquake, severe storms, and fire. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-29 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 16 Quilcene School District No. 48 Public School District Wally F. Lis Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, WA 98376 wlis@qsd48.org (360) 765- 3363 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes fire, earthquake, and severe storms. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-30 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 17 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Public School District Diana Reaume Superintendent Of Schools P.O. Box 60 Forks, WA 98331 diana.reaume@qvschools. org (360) 742- 6262 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes fire but does not have any action items related to fire. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-31 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 18 Public Utility District No. 1 of Jefferson County Public Utility District James Parker General Manager 310 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 Jparker@jeffpud.org (360) 385- 5800 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes severe storm, earthquake, and landslides. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-32 MULTI-JURISDICTION SUMMARY SHEET # Jurisdiction Name Jurisdiction Type (city/borough/ township/ village, etc.) Plan POC Mailing Address Email Phone Requirements Met (Y/N) A. Planning Process B. Hazard Identific ation & Risk Assessm ent C. Mitigation Strategy D. Plan Review, Evaluation & Implement ation E. Plan Adopt ion F. State Require- ments 19 Jefferson Transit Authority Public Transportation District Tammi Rubert General Manager 63 Four Corners Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 trubert@jeffersontransit.c om (360) 385- 4777 1. N 2. Y 3. Y 4. Y 5. Y 6. Y 1. Y 2. Y 3. N 4. N/A 1. Y 2. Y 3. Y 4. N 5. Y 6. Y 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A Required Revisions: Element A1: For each jurisdiction seeking plan approval, the plan must document how they were involved in the planning process. This includes how each jurisdiction’s representative engaged its own community. The plan is lacking documentation of how special district engaged their jurisdiction in the planning process after team meetings. It is suggested that each special district describe how they engaged their jurisdiction to develop plan content after attending planning meetings. Element A1- Not Met. See Section 1, Required Revisions for more details Element B3: The plan must describe and summarize the potential impacts of each of the identified hazards on JCFD1. Impact means the consequence or effect of the hazard on FCD1 and its assets. Consider vulnerabilities to structures, systems, and populations. The current list of critical facilities and list of prioritized hazards is not sufficient. Element B3: Not Met. See Section 1, Risk Assessment for more details. Element C4: Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions specific to that jurisdiction that are based on the jurisdiction’s risk and vulnerabilities as well as priorities. Each jurisdiction must have at least one action for each hazard identified. Please revise the plan to include one action for each hazard identified. Element C4- Not Met Each jurisdiction participating in the plan must have mitigation actions to reduce the impacts of hazards identified in the risk assessment. The risk assessment prioritizes earthquake, severe storms, and wildland fire. There should be a specific mitigation action for each of these hazards. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Local Mitigation Plan Review Tool A-33 End of Document Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 539 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No 1 dba East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR) District Profile East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR) in Washington State is the product of the 2005 merger between Jefferson County Fire Districts 1 and 6 and the Port Townsend Fire Department. It is located on the eastern side of the Olympic Peninsula in western Washington state. East Jefferson Fire Rescue employs 30 career firefighters with 14 of those certified as Paramedics. Additionally, 10 Resident Volunteers and 16 Volunteers supplement the career staff. Equipped with six engines, two tenders, seven ambulances, two utility vehicles, two brush trucks and five staff vehicles, the department responded to 3,616 calls in 2013. Contact: East Jefferson Fire Rescue 24 Seton Rd. Port Townsend, WA 98368 (360) 385-2626 Chief Pomeroy: gpomeroy@ejfr.org Hazard Mitigation Liaison: Deputy Chief Ted Krysinski: tkrysinski@ejfr.org Mission: The mission of East Jefferson Fire Rescue is to make our community safer by protecting lives and property and caring for the needs of the people we serve. We will efficiently and effectively mitigate fire, health and other life safety hazards with a prompt, professional and positive customer experience. Source: www.ejfr.org Website: www.ejfr.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 540 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Station Designation Station Location Value Station 1-1 Wally Westergaard Station 9193 Rhody Drive Chimacum, WA 98325 $3,000,000 Station 1-2 Volunteer Response Marrowstone Island 6693 Flagler Rd Nordland, WA 98358 $350,000 Station 1-3 Volunteer Response Airport Station 50 Airport Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 $300,000 Station 1-4 Volunteer Response Cape George Station 3850 Cape George Rd Port Townsend, WA 98368 $800,00 Station 1-5 Henry Miller Station 35 Critter Lane Port Townsend, WA 98368 $2,350,000 Station 1-6 Uptown Station 701 Harrison St Port Townsend, WA 98368 $2,759,000 Equipment: Apparatus 4,500,000 Contents 3,000,000 Value of Area Served: $4,521,354,129 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 541 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: District 1 provides service coverage for unincorporated Jefferson County communities of Cape George, Chimacum, Irondale, Kala Point, Marrowstone Island and Port Hadlock. It also provides service to the City of Port Townsend. Its boundaries are MP 6 on SR19 thru the City of Port Townsend; from MP 4 on Oak Bay Road; from SR104 and Center Road; and from Anderson Lake Road on SR20. The District 1 Service Area is shown at right in green and is labeled “FD1.” The District also includes the tan area labeled “CITY.” Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Rapid population growth has caused alarm totals to increase from under 3,000 in 2008 to an anticipated 4200 alarms in 2014, requiring additional personnel and apparatus. __________________________________________________________________ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 542 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how EJFR integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that EJFR is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, EJFR Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • IFSAC – International Fire Service Accreditation Congress • WAC 296-305-05503 Safety Standards for Firefighters • WAC 246-976 Emergency Medical Systems and Trauma Care Systems • NFPA 1001 – Standard for Fire Fighter Professional • NFPA 1021 – Standard for Fire Officer Professional • NFPA 1041 • NFPA 1710 – Standards of Response • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code Policies and Plans: • 2015 – 2019 EJFR Strategic Plan • EJFR Standard Operating Procedures • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • Fire District Board of Commissioners • Fire District Officers • Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • City and County Fire Levys • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transport Fees • Annual Fire & EMS Operating Budget • Fire Apparatus / Equipment Replacement Fund • EMS Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants • Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) • Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S) • Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 543 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • Grant Street Elementary Public Safety Fair • Firewise • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: EJFR.org • Twitter: EastJeffFirePIO • Facebook PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp 939 – 968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 821) for proof that East Jefferson Fire Rescue has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Windstorm 1992 $1,000,000+ Snowstorm/Flood 1996 Unknown Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Minor Damage Drought 2001 / 2004 Unknown Drought 2009 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 544 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Windstorm – See “Damaging Winds” topic (pp. 115 – 118). 3. Wildland Fire – See “Wildland / Forest / Urban Interface” topic (pp. 265 – 277). 4. Tsunami – See “Tsunami & Seiche” topic (pp. 233 – 252). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment, and OPS- CAN program. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all Fire Districts including EJFR. DHS Grants Short-Term LT-EQ-15* Replace Station 1-1 with seismically sound station. JCFD1 COMPLETED 2014 LT-WF-2* Firewise Program to educate public in wildfire mitigation. JCFD1, WSU Grants Long-Term Continuous Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 545 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-WF-4* Consolidate Fire Districts to improve equipment availability on wildfires. JCFD1 Tax Levy COMPLETED LT-WF-5* Implement a Battalion response policy to put more resources on wildfires. All Jefferson County Fire Agencies Budget COMPLETED NEW* Replace Marrowstone Station with one that is seismically sound. JCFD1 Capital Budget TBD Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 546 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 547 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No 2 dba Quilcene Fire Rescue (QFR) District Profile Quilcene Fire Rescue serves numerous neighborhoods from three different stations over 72 square miles. In 2014 we responded to 389 requests for service. We serve a population of 2,500 residents and many visitors on the Olympic Peninsula in Jefferson County, WA. In addition to our historic village core, our service area includes famous oyster-rich bays, salmon-bearing rivers, forested canyons, farms and rural neighborhoods, all set in our world-class scenic recreation area. An estimated 1.6 million cars use HWY 101 annually through Quilcene. (WSDOT 2008) Station 21 Contact: 70 Herbert Street Quilcene, WA 98376 (360) 765-3333 Email: quilcenefire@qvfd.org Chief Karp: chief@qvfd.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Mission: We, the members of the Jefferson County Fire District #2, will provide to the citizens of Quilcene/Coyle competent and professional fire, rescue, and emergency services while ensuring the safety, education, and well-being of our members. Source: www.qvfd.org Website: www.qvfd.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 548 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Station Designation Station Location Value Station 2-1 70 Herbert Street Quilcene, WA 98376 (360) 765-3333 $840,000 Station 2-2 30 Whitney Road Quilcene, WA 98376 $100,000 Station 2-3 3281 Dabob Road Quilcene, WA 98376 $100,000 Equipment: Apparatus $1,720,000 Contents $650,000 Value of Area Served: (72 square miles) $342,485,352 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 549 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: Our service area includes 72 square miles, covered by three stations. This includes remote beaches, high wooded ridges and everything in between. We serve a population of 2,500. We provide services to the communities of Quilcene, Dabob, and Coyle. This covers from the 299-mile marker on US Hwy 101 (near Falls View Campground headed for Brinnon on the slope of Mount Walker) through Quilcene and out to Snow Creek Ranch Road, and from Center Road up to and including part of Hwy 104. We cover the Boulton Peninsula, (AKA East Quilcene) and the Toandos Peninsula, minus the Thorndyke area. The District Two Service Area is shown at right in light purple. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Response to a bedroom community, motor vehicle traffic collisions and wildland interface events – along with the day-to-day EMS events. __________________________________________________________________ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 550 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how QFR integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that QFR is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, QFR Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • IFSAC – International Fire Service Accreditation Congress • WAC 296-305-05503 Safety Standards for Firefighters • WAC 246-976 Emergency Medical Systems and Trauma Care Systems • NFPA 1001 – Standard for Fire Fighter Professional • NFPA 1021 – Standard for Fire Officer Professional • NFPA 1041 • NFPA 1710 – Standards of Response • Jefferson County Code Policies and Plans: • Quilcene Fire Rescue 2014 - 2018 Strategic Plan • QFR Standard Operating Procedures • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • Fire District Board of Commissioners • Fire District Officers • Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • City and County Fire Levies • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transport Fees • Annual Fire & EMS Operating Budget • Fire Apparatus / Equipment Replacement Fund • EMS Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants • Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) • Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S) • Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 551 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • Host Community Activities at Station 21 • Firewise • Quilcene Days Festival • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: qvfd.org PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 822) for proof that Quilcene Fire Rescue has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown Wildland Fires Minor events each year Unknown Flooding – Little Quilcene River 2014 $14,000 *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 552 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Flooding – See “Flood” topic (pp. 159 – 180). 3. Severe Storm – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). . MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-EQ-8* Retrofit fire station for earthquake protection. JCFD2 (QVFD) DHS Grants / Budget Short-Term – Not Done Yet ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment & OPSCAN program. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all fire districts. DHS Grants / Budget COMPLETED 2007-2009 LT-WF-2 Firewise Program to educate public in wildfire mitigation. JCFD2 Grants Long-Term Annual OG-WF-2 Public Education JCFD2 Commissioners. Grants Yearly Classes - Ongoing NEW* Upgrade Fire Station 21. JCFD2 Chief Capital Budget; Levy Increase On 5-year Strategic Plan Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 553 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No 3 dba Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue (PLFR) District Profile Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue is a dedicated group of fire service professionals who care deeply about the community and citizens they protect. Serving a community of approximately 5000 residents, we currently operate out of three facilities. Two of the stations (Fire Station No. 31 and No. 33) have full-time firefighters and emergency medical technicians and all of our facilities are supplemented with volunteer staff. Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue (PLFR) is proud to provide the following high quality fire, rescue and EMS services: • Fire Protection & Suppression • Emergency Medical Aid (Basic and Paramedic) • Basic Hazardous Materials Response • Specialized Technical Rescue • Fire and Life Safety Inspections • Public Fire Safety and Prevention Education • Community Relations and Events • Marine Rescue Contact: Fire Chief Brad Martin Headquarters Station No. 31 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 Business Hours: 8am-4:30pm, Mon-Fri 360-437-2236 phone 866-367-2291 fax Email: Chief Martin: brad.martin@plffr.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Vision Statement: Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue's vision is to be the most professional, compassionate, trustworthy, and fiscally responsible organization providing experienced leadership, highly trained personnel, and strong community involvement. Mission Statement: To protect, educate, and care for our community. Source: www.plfr.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 554 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Station Designation Station Location Value Station 3-1 7650 Oak Bay Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 (360) 437-2236 $2,500,000 Station 3-2 121 West Alder Street Port Ludlow, WA 98365 $80,000 Station 3-3 101 South Point Road Port Ludlow, WA 98365 (360) 437-2899 $500,000 Equipment: Station 3-1: Apparatus Contents $1,000,000 $200,000 Station 3-2: Apparatus Contents $20,000 $15,000 Station 3-3: Apparatus Contents $400,000 $150,000 Total Equipment: Apparatus Contents $1,420,000 $370,000 Value of Area Served: Source: Jefferson County Assessor $969,398,266 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 555 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: The District serves the areas known as the Port Ludlow Master Planned Resort (North Bay and South Bay), Mats Mats, Olele Point, Swansonville, Beaver Valley, Paradise Bay, Bywater Way, South Point, Bridgehaven, Thorndyke, Shine, Squamish Harbor, and the surrounding areas, for fire protection and emergency medical services (EMS). Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Station 3-1 sees exploding housing growth; limited commercial growth. Possible planned resort (MPR). In the Station 3-2 coverage area, the growth is limited by the Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan. Station 3-3 is in a rural residential area of slow growth. Mineral extraction (quarry) operations are at Shine gravel pit. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 556 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how PLFR integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that PLFR is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, PLFR Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • IFSAC – International Fire Service Accreditation Congress • WAC 296-305-05503 Safety Standards for Firefighters • WAC 246-976 Emergency Medical Systems and Trauma Care Systems • NFPA 1001 – Standard for Fire Fighter Professional • NFPA 1021 – Standard for Fire Officer Professional • NFPA 1041 • NFPA 1710 – Standards of Response • Jefferson County Code • Master Mutual Aid Agreement • 2016 Budget Policies and Plans: • Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue – Board Guidelines • Administrative Policy 511.10.01 Board of Fire Commissioners – Legal Status and Operation • Fire Commissioners Handbook • Port Ludlow Fire Rescue Strategic Plan • PLFR Master Plan • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • Fire District Board of Commissioners • Fire District Officers • Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • City and County Fire Levies • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transport Fees • Annual Fire & EMS Operating Budget • Fire Apparatus / Equipment Replacement Fund • EMS Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 557 May 2017 • Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) • Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S) • Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Community Outreach Programs • Firewise • Port Ludlow at the Bay Festival • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: PLFR.org PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 824) for proof that Port Ludlow Fire & Rescue has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Flood 1996 $10,000 Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Value unknown – cracked the wall in Station 3-1. Flooding – Little Quilcene River 2014 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 558 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Windstorm – See “Damaging Winds” topic (pp. 115 – 118). 3. Flood – See “Flood” topic (pp. 159 – 180). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-EQ-8* Retrofit fire station 3-1 for earthquake protection. JCFD3 (PLFR) DHS Grants / Budget Complete ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all fire districts. DHS Grants / Budget Completed 2007 - 2009 LT-WF-2 Firewise Program to educate public in wildfire mitigation. JCFD2 Grants Long-Term Continuous ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all fire districts. DHS Grants / Budget Completed 2007 - 2009 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 559 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No 4 dba Brinnon Fire Department District Profile The Brinnon Fire Department protects approximately 132 square miles of rural Jefferson County, Washington. The district contains vast wilderness including the Olympic National Forest and land managed by the US Forest Service and Department of Natural Resources. Brinnon is small rural town with a Post Office, Marina, State Parks, and abundant recreational opportunities from hiking and camping to water activities. We are located along US Highway 101 between Olympia and Port Angeles. Brinnon Fire employees six full-time positions: 1 Fire Chief, 4 Fire Fighter/EMTs, and one administrative assistant/office manager. The department also relies on a very dedicated and talented volunteer staff. Fire and EMS services are provided 24/7 from our headquarters stations, and two other outlying stations are staffed by volunteers. Contact: Fire Headquarters Station No. 4-1 272 Schoolhouse Road Brinnon, WA 98320 360-796-4450 phone 360-796-3999 fax Chief: Tim Manly (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Email: tmanly@brinnonfire.org District Secretary: Peggy Ware Email: peggyw@brinnonfire.org Source: www.brinnonfire.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 560 May 2017 Critical Facilities (Owned by District): Station Designation Station Location Value Station 4-1 272 Schoolhouse Road Brinnon, WA 98320 (360) 796-4450 $1,300,000 Station 4-2 51 Shorewood Road Brinnon, WA 98320 $75,000 Station 4-3* 350 Bee Mill Road Brinnon, WA 98320 $80,000 *Station 4-3 was severely damaged in 12/2014 flooding and is closed. Equipment: Station 4-1: Apparatus Contents $848,700 $500,000 Station 4-2: Apparatus Contents $450,000 $50,000 Station 4-3: Apparatus Contents $300,000 $25,000 Total Equipment: Apparatus Contents $1,598,700 $575,000 Value of Area Served: Source: Jefferson County Assessor $263,778,675 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 561 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: On the North end from MP299 on Highway 101 to the Jefferson/Mason county line on the south end, to the Olympic National Forrest on the west side to the middle of the Hood Canal on the east side. With first due fire and EMS service to the US Forrest and the Olympic National Park. District 4 service area is shown in yellow at the right. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Currently the Brinnon area is growing in both population and area covered. The demographics of the population have increased to where the average age is over 65, this equates to more medical calls rather than fire calls. This is not to say that there is no fire danger. With DNR losing funding on a yearly basis the need for more localized wildland firefighting capabilities is paramount. Especially given that a majority of the properties purchased over the last 15 years were for vacation homes and now that those individuals are retiring and converting those vacation homes to full time residents. There is also the approval and development of the Black Point Resort. This development will create more demand for services especially during an event. There are some plans in the FEIS for the resort that will assist with reducing but not eliminating the impact that the population growth will have on both fire and EMS services. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 562 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how the Brinnon Fire Department integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that it is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, Brinnon Fire Department Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • IFSAC – International Fire Service Accreditation Congress • WAC 296-305-05503 Safety Standards for Firefighters • WAC 246-976 Emergency Medical Systems and Trauma Care Systems • NFPA 1001 – Standard for Fire Fighter Professional • NFPA 1021 – Standard for Fire Officer Professional • NFPA 1041 • NFPA 1710 – Standards of Response • Jefferson County Code Policies and Plans: • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Brinnon Area Disaster Response Plan • Brinnon School Emergency Preparedness Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • Fire District Board of Commissioners • Fire District Officers • East Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • City and County Fire Levies • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transport Fees • Annual Fire & EMS Operating Budget • Fire Apparatus / Equipment Replacement Fund • EMS Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants • Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) • Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S) • Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 563 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • Firewise • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: brinnonfire.org PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 825) for proof that Brinnon Fire & Rescue has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Earthquake 2001 Unknown River Flooding 2007/2008 $12,000 Wildland Fire 2009 None Wildland Fire 2012 None Wildland Fire x 3 2013 None River Flooding 2014 $1.8 million; $150,000 Fire Dept. Loss River Flooding 2015 Not Available *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 564 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. River Flooding – See “Flood” topic (pp. 159 – 180). 3. Landslides – See “Landslides” topic (pp. 187 – 204). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-FL-5* Move Station 42 out of Flood Zone Brinnon FD, JC Environmental Health FEMA Flood Mitigation; Salmon Recovery Board Funding Negotiating with Salmon Coalition (2017) ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all fire districts. DHS Grants / Budget Completed 2009 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 565 May 2017 Jefferson County Fire District No 5 dba Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire & Rescue (DBVFR) District Profile Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire & Rescue is a dedicated volunteer fire service serving about 75 square miles with a population of 500 full-time residents and additional 500 temporary residents, centered at the head of Discovery Bay. District boundaries: Highway 101 from milepost 276.2, east of Gardiner to milepost 286 at Snow Creek Ranch Road, south of Discovery Bay. This includes State Route 104 from Highway 101 to milepost 4 just west of Center Valley Road and SR 20 from Highway 101 to Anderson Lake Road, and Eaglemount Road from SR 20 just west of Brothers Road, including all secondary routes inside this area. Contact: Chief Willie Knoepfle Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire Department 12 Bentley Pl Port Townsend, WA 98368 360-379-6839 phone Email: Chief Willie Knoepfle: wkoepfle@dbvfr.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Source: Discovery Bay Volunteer Firefighter’s Association (www.dbvffa.org) Critical Facilities (Owned by District) Station Location Approximate Value Discovery Bay – Station 5-1 12 Bentley Place Port Townsend, Wa 98368 $62,625 Gardiner - Station 5-2 2000 Old Gardiner Rd Sequim, Wa 98382-8750 $643,000 Value of Apparatus / Contents Station Apparatus / Content Value Discovery Bay – Station 5-1 $120,000 Gardiner - Station 5-2 $240,000 Value of Area Served: $73,135,652 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 566 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: District boundaries: Highway 101 from milepost 276.2, east of Gardiner to milepost 286 at Snow Creek Ranch Road, south of Discovery Bay. This includes State Route 104 from Highway 101 to milepost 4 just west of Center Valley Road and SR 20 from Highway 101 to Anderson Lake Road, and Eaglemount Road from SR 20 just west of Brothers Road, including all secondary routes inside this area. The service area is labeled “FD5” in the map at the right. Current and Anticipated Service Trends: N/A_________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how DBVFR integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that DBVFR is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. To accomplish this, DBVFR Officers and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the District’s mission and the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • IFSAC – International Fire Service Accreditation Congress • WAC 296-305-05503 Safety Standards for Firefighters • WAC 246-976 Emergency Medical Systems and Trauma Care Systems • NFPA 1001 – Standard for Fire Fighter Professional • NFPA 1021 – Standard for Fire Officer Professional • NFPA 1041 • NFPA 1710 – Standards of Response • Jefferson County Code Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 567 May 2017 Policies and Plans: • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • Fire District Board of Commissioners • Fire District Officers • Jefferson County Fire Chiefs Association • Washington State Auditor Fiscal Capabilities: • County Fire Levies • Authority to Issue Bonds • Transport Fees • Annual Fire & EMS Operating Budget • Fire Apparatus / Equipment Replacement Fund • EMS Equipment Replacement Fund • Capital Project Budget • FEMA Grants • Assistance to Firefighter Grants (AFG) • Fire Prevention & Safety Grants (FP&S) • Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) Grants Community Outreach Programs • Jefferson County Fair • All-County Picnic • Website: dbvfr.org PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 826) for proof that Discovery Bay Volunteer Fire & Rescue has adopted this Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 568 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Windstorm Unknown Unknown Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Windstorm – See “Damaging Winds” topic (pp. 115 – 118). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Wildland Fire – See “Wildland / Forest / Urban Interface” topic (pp. 265 – 277). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 569 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-MH-8* Improve interoperability through coordinated purchase and use of communications equipment, and OPS-CAN program. DEM, JeffCom 911, PTPD, JCSO, and all Fire Districts including EJFR. DHS Grants Short-Term NEW* Replace Station 5-1 with one that is seismically sound and includes community center. JCFD5 Bond Passed in 2016 TBD Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 570 May 2017 Station 5-1 is to be replaced with combination station / community center. Source: dvbfr.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 617 May 2017 Port Townsend School District No. 50 (PTSD) School District Profile Motto: “Learning through a sense of place” Mission: Through community focused maritime place-based projects, students develop effective thinking, effective action and effective relationships. As a result, our students demonstrate meaningful accomplishments as engaged citizens. Core Principles: • Innovation impacts real community needs • Empowered learners own their learning • Learning is connected day-to-day and year-to-year • Learning is embedded in authentic activities and projects • Meaningful relationships develop while learning • Our maritime community, in all its facets, provides rich resources for place-based learning Adopted June 27, 2016 The District had an annual average enrollment for the 2015-2016 school year of 1,116. Fast Facts – Port Townsend School District 2015-2016 School Year: Budgeted Enrollment: 1,169 Certified Staff: 70.9 Certificated Administrative: 6.3 Classified Staff: 55.895 Operating Budget for (2015-2016): $14,715,441 Location: Port Townsend, Wa Website: www.ptschools.org Schools: Port Townsend High School Grades 9-12 Blue Heron Middle School Grades 4-8 Grant Street Elementary Grades Pre-K-3 OPEPO OCEAN* Grades K-12 *OCEAN stands for Opportunity, Community, Experience, Academics, Navigation, an alternative program. Dr. John Polm, Superintendent 360 379-4501 jpolm@ptschools.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Direct Requests for Public Records to: Mary Colton, Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent 360 379-4501 mcolton@ptschools.org Source: Dr. John Polm Name: Port Townsend School District #50 Address: 1610 Blaine St Port Townsend, Washington 98368 Phone: (360) 379-4501 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 618 May 2017 Properties Owned by the School District Port Townsend School District Properties Owned School Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values Port Townsend High School 1500 Van Ness Yes $17,945,940 $1,631,708 $19,577,650 Blue Heron Middle School 3939 San Juan Yes $8,159,993 $987,446 $9,147,459 Mountain View 1919 Blaine Grant Street 1637 Grant St Yes $3.938,096 $881,846 $4,819,942 Lincoln Building 450 Fir St $2,350,219 $500,000 $2,850,219 Maintenance Shop 1101 Harrison $378,144 $177,969 $556,113 Total Value: $36,951,383 Value of Area Served: $2,190,503,593 Outline of Area Served: The Port Townsend School District No. 50 serves the City of Port Townsend and north County west to the Clallam County border. The area is colored beige in the map below, and is labeled “SD50.” Source: Jefferson County Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 619 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how PTSD integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that PTSD is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. District staff has broad experience with the siting of new schools, construction, maintenance and modernization of schools that is directly applicable to hazard mitigation. To accomplish this, PTSD Officials and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the integrate activities into the capital budget planning consistent with the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 620 May 2017 Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • RCW 28A – Common School Provisions • WAC Title 392 – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Mandated ASB Reports • Board Policies and Procedures • Jefferson County Code • Port Townsend City Code Plans and Policies: • School Closure Plan • Evacuation Plan • Lockdown Plan • Bomb Threat Assessment Guide • Emergency Response Plan • Capital Facilities Plan • 2017 – 2021 Strategic Plan • Policies and Procedures • School Safety and Security Cooperative (PT, Chimacum, Quilcene, Brinnon) (Every 4 months) • Jefferson County Education Partnership (JCEP) (Quarterly) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • School Board • Superintendent • Parent Teacher Association • Public School Employees • Port Townsend Public Library Collaboration • Port Townsend Education Foundation • Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Washington State School Directors’ Association – WSSDA • Washington Association of School Administrators – WASA • Washington Association of School Business Officials – WASBO • Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators – WAMOA Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • General Fund • Capital Project Fund • Debt Service Fund • FEMA Grants • HUD “CDBG” Grants • Foundation Grants • Legislative Funding / Grants • Other Grants • Local In-kind gifts/donations Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 621 May 2017 Community Outreach Programs • District Newsletter • Grant Street Elementary Public Safety Fair • Jefferson County Fair • Website: ptschools.org PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 833) for proof that the Port Townsend School District has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 622 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Volcanic Action – See “Volcano Event / Ash Fall” topic (pp. 253 – 264). 3. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-WS-6* Replace roof on High School Annex Port Townsend School District Grants or Budget Complete - 2013 OG-MH-0* Participate in Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Grants or Budget Annual Update; 2016 Revision for 2016 adoption. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 623 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan School Dist; DEM Grants or Budget Ongoing Education; PTSD developed core Emergency Response Plan in June 2009. LT-EQ-14 Nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. School Districts Ongoing – Long- term 1. Protect Life & Property, NEW* Build new elementary school to earthquake standards. PTSD50 Bond Construction will begin in the Spring 0f 2017. NEW* If Remodel or repurpose Lincoln Building, bring up to earthquake standards. PTSD50 To Be Determined In Planning Stage Funding sources for Capital Budget come from retained earnings, bonding, grants, and taxes. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 624 May 2017 This Page Intentionally Blank Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 625 May 2017 Brinnon School District No. 46 (BSD) School District Profile Brinnon is a small, rural town with a constant population of about 3500 in the winter and approximately 5000 in the summer. We also have a a four legged population of elk. You'll frequently see the elk walking through town and our community members are used to sharing the road with them The school is one of the major employers in the area. The majority of the businesses in the area cater to the tourist industry. Many of our teachers and classified staff have been in the community for many years; some have spent their own elementary years attending the Brinnon School. They are well connected with the community and provide the foundation for our community school. The school is a member of the Cooperative Library Association Network (C.L.A.N.) Students have access to the Jefferson County Rural Library, Port Townsend City and Quilcene School Library. Materials are delivered weekly via the Jefferson County Rural Library’s Bookmobile, enhancing our students’ access to educational materials. Brinnon School Contact: Name: Brinnon School District No. 46 Address: 46 Schoolhouse Road Brinnon, Wa 98320 Phone: (360) 796-4646 Email: Website: bsd46.org District Superintendent: Patricia Beathard Email: pbeathard@bsd46.org (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Source: http://bsd46.org/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 626 May 2017 Properties Owned by the School District Brinnon School District Properties Owned School Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values Brinnon School K-8 46 Schoolhouse Road Yes $3.5 million $500,000 $4 million Total Value: $3.5 million $500,000 $4 million Value of Area Served: $26,057,703 Outline of Area Served: The community of Brinnon is located on the beautiful shores of Hood Canal, and borders the majestic Olympic National Forest and Park on the west. The Brinnon School District No. 46 is shown as pink in the map below, and is labeled “SD46.” Source: Jefferson County Map Database Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 627 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how the Brinnon School District (BSD) integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that BSD is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. District staff has broad experience with the siting of new schools, construction, maintenance and modernization of schools that is directly applicable to hazard mitigation. To accomplish this, BSD Officials and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the integrate activities into the capital budget planning consistent with the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • RCW 28A – Common School Provisions • WAC Title 392 – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Mandated ASB Reports • Board Policies and Procedures • Jefferson County Code Plans and Policies: • BSD Policies and Procedures • Brinnon Comprehensive Plan • School Safety and Security Cooperative (PT, Chimacum, Quilcene, Brinnon) (Every 4 months) • Jefferson County Education Partnership (JCEP) (Quarterly) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • School Board • Superintendent • Parent Teacher Organization • Public School Employees • Jefferson County Library • Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Washington State School Directors’ Association – WSSDA • Washington Association of School Administrators – WASA Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 628 May 2017 • Washington Association of School Business Officials – WASBO • Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators – WAMOA Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • General Fund • Capital Project Fund • Debt Service Fund • FEMA Grants • HUD “CDBG” Grants • Legislative Funding / Grants • Other Grants • Local In-kind gifts/donations • Fundraisers: Book Fairs, Community Sales, Box Tops for Education, Bake Sales • Amazon.com Associate Community Outreach Programs • District Newsletter • Fall Fest • Brinnon School Surveys • Website: bsd46.org PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 834) for proof that the Brinnon School District has adopted this Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 629 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Flood – See “Flood” topic (pp. 159 – 180). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 630 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-EQ-14 Nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. Brinnon School District Ongoing – Long-term 1. Protect Life & Property, OG-MH-0 Participate in Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Grants or Budget Annual OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan School Dist; DEM Grants or Budget Short-Term Funding sources for Capital Budget come from retained earnings, bonding, grants, and taxes. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 631 May 2017 Chimacum School District No. 49 (CSD49) School District Profile The Chimacum School District employs approximately 6 administrative; 85 certificated; and 90 classified staff. The total district general fund budget is approximately $10.5 million, with about 19% of that total raised through local levies. Personnel costs account for approximately 80% of all expenditures. We serve 1,150 students in grades K-12. The schools within the District are: Chimacum High School Chimacum Middle School Chimacum Elementary Chimacum Creek Primary Pi Program Chimacum School District: Main Campus Source: PTLeader.com Contact: Name: Chimacum School District #49 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 278 Chimacum, Wa 98325-0278 Phone: (360) 385-3922 Email: Location: 91 West Valley Rd Chimacum, WA 98325 Phone: (360) 385-3922 Website: http://csd49.org/ Rick Thompson, Superintendent, rick_thompson@csd49.org (360) 302-5896 (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Source: http://csd49.org/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 632 May 2017 Properties Owned by the School District Chimacum School District Properties Owned School Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values Chimacum High School 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 Yes $19,611,041 $1,476,485 $21,085,526 Chimacum Middle School 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 Yes $13,811,538 $862,397 $14,673,935 Chimacum Elementary School 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 Yes $20,709,586 $2,033,738 $22,743,324 Chimacum Creek Primary School 313 Ness Corner Road Chimacum WA, 98325 Yes $9,961,099 $310,702 $10,271,801 Chimacum Transportation Dept 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 Yes $1,825,616 $86,897 $1,912,513 Chimacum Maintenance Dept 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 Yes $1,399,280 $107,495 $1,506,775 Chimacum High School Greenhouse 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 $104,795 $7,405 $112,200 Chimacum High School Concession Stand 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 $38,149 $0 $38,149 Chimacum School District Uniforms and Instruments 91 West Valley Rd. Chimacum WA, 98325 $0 $104,675 $104,675 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 633 May 2017 Chimacum School District Properties Owned Total Value: $67,461,104 $4,989,794 $72,450,897 Value of Area Served: $1,707,150,581 Outline of Area Served: The Chimacum School District covers a 100 square mile area, which includes the communities of Port Ludlow, Port Hadlock, Irondale, Chimacum, Shine, Paradise Bay and Marrowstone Island. It is shown as the goldenrod colored area on the map below, and is labeled “SD49.” Source: Jefferson County Map Database Current and Anticipated Service Trends: Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 634 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how CSD49 integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that CSD49 is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. District staff has broad experience with the siting of new schools, construction, maintenance and modernization of schools that is directly applicable to hazard mitigation. To accomplish this, CSD49 Officials and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the integrate activities into the capital budget planning consistent with the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • RCW 28A – Common School Provisions • WAC Title 392 – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Mandated ASB Fund Reports • Board Policies and Procedures • Jefferson County Code Plans and Policies: • School Closure Plan • Evacuation Plan • Lockdown Plan • Bomb Threat Assessment Guide • Chimacum District “All Hazards” Plan • Facilities Master Plan • CSD Tech Plan (2014 – 2017) • Policies and Procedures • School Safety and Security Cooperative (PT, Chimacum, Quilcene, Brinnon) (Every 4 months) • Jefferson County Education Partnership (JCEP) (Quarterly) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • School Board • Superintendent • Parent Teacher Association • Public School Employees • Friends of Chimacum Schools (FOCS) • Jefferson County Library • Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Washington State School Directors’ Association – WSSDA • Washington Association of School Administrators – WASA • Washington Association of School Business Officials – WASBO Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 635 May 2017 • Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators – WAMOA Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • M&O Levy 2017 • General Fund • Capital Project Fund • Debt Service Fund • FEMA Grants • HUD “CDBG” Grants • Foundation Grants • Legislative Funding / Grants • Other Grants • Local In-kind gifts/donations Community Outreach Programs • District Newsletter • Thoughtexchange Program • Facebook: Community Hub • Website: ptschools.org • Twitter PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 835) for proof that the Chimacum School District has adopted this Plan. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 636 May 2017 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown Wind Storm 05/23/2017 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 2. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 3. Fire – See “Wildfire / Forest / Urban Interface Firesl” topic (pp. 265 – 277). Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 637 May 2017 MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline LT-EQ-14 Nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. Chimacum School District Budget Ongoing – Long Term OG-MH-0 Participate in Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Grants or Budget Annual OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan School Dist; DEM Grants or Budget Short-Term NEW* Replace Main Electrical Panels & Shut-off Gear at High School to meet L&I Standards. Chimacum School District Budget 2015 -2016 Completed* Helped to respond to Wind Storm issues on 05/23/17. NEW* Replace roof on Chimacum Middle School. Chimacum School District Budget Completed Summer 2016 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 638 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline NEW* Replace roof on Chimacum High School. Chimacum School District Budget Scheduled for Summer 2017 NEW* Facility Condition Assessment on all District Facilities Chimacum School District Budget Contracted to Meng Analysis for the Spring of 2017. NEW* Add Emergency Power to support toilet facilities during outages to support use of school facilities as emergency shelters. Chimacum School District Budget In Planning Stagen Funding sources for Capital Budget come from retained earnings, bonding, grants, and taxes. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 639 May 2017 Queets - Clearwater School District No. 20 (QCSD) School District Profile Queets-Clearwater School District is located in west Washington. Queets-Clearwater School District has 640.35 square miles of land area and 76.29 square miles of water area. As of 2010-2014, the total Queets-Clearwater School District population is 789. Queets-Clearwater School District median household income is $34,063 in 2010-2014. Queets-Clearwater School District median house value is $77,500 in 2010-2014. On average, Queets-Clearwater School District is much better than the state average in quality. Source: http://www.usa.com/school-district-5301380.htm Queets School Contact: Name: Queets – Clearwater School District No. 20 Mailing Address: 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 Phone: (360) 962-2395 Email: scarter@qcsd.wednet.edu Website: http://www.qcsd.wednet.edu/ Superintendent: Scott M. Carter (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Source: http://www.qcsd.wednet.edu/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 640 May 2017 Properties Owned by the School District Queets – Clearwater School District Properties Owned School Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values Queets – Clearwater School 146000 Hwy 101 Forks, WA 98331 Yes $370,000 $0 $370,000 Total Value: $370,000 $0 $370,000 Value of Area Served: $11,669,305 Outline of Area Served: The area served by the Queets – Clearwater School District is shown below in the “aqua” color, and is labeled as “SD20.” Source: Jefferson County Map Database Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 641 May 2017 Current and Anticipated Service Trends: PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how QCSD integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that QCSD is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. District staff has broad experience with the siting of new schools, construction, maintenance and modernization of schools that is directly applicable to hazard mitigation. To accomplish this, QCSD Officials and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the integrate activities into the capital budget planning consistent with the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • RCW 28A – Common School Provisions • WAC Title 392 – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Mandated ASB Reports • Board Policies and Procedures • Jefferson County Code Plans and Policies: • Emergency Response Plan • Capital Facilities Plan • Policies and Procedures • Washington Schools Risk Management • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • School Board • Superintendent • Parent Teacher Association • Public School Employees • Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Washington State School Directors’ Association – WSSDA • Washington Association of School Administrators – WASA • Washington Association of School Business Officials – WASBO • Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators – WAMOA Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • General Fund Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 642 May 2017 • Capital Project Fund • Debt Service Fund • FEMA Grants • HUD “CDBG” Grants • Foundation Grants • Legislative Funding / Grants • Other Grants • Local In-kind gifts/donations Community Outreach Programs • District Newsletter • Website: qcsd.wednet.edu PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 836) for proof that East Jefferson Fire Rescue has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Distant Tsunami (36” wave) 03/2011 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 643 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Fire – See “Wildfire / Forest / Urban Interface Fires” topic (pp. 265 – 277). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline ST-WF-4 Install fire doors and fire suppression system. Queets / Clearwater Commissioners Grant Short-Term ST-WS-7 Acquire generator to provide emergency power to school buildings. Queets / Clearwater Commissioners Grant Short-Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 644 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-0* Participate in Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County Dept of Emergency Management Grants or Budget Ongoing – Participation in update – 2016; Adoption – after FEMA review OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan School Dist; DEM Grants or Budget Short-Term Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 645 May 2017 Quilcene School District No. 48 (QSD) School District Profile The Quilcene School District serves approximately 500 students from pre-school through 12thgrade on one main campus that is divided into Elementary (K-6), Middle School (7-8), High School (9-12), Crossroads Alternative High School (9-12), and our P.E.A.R.L. Program (K-8). We also serve neighboring Brinnon’s high school students. The district has 20+ certificated staff and 24 classified staff and an operating budget of approximately $3 million. We have numerous educational, athletic, and extra-curricular programs and dedicated staff to carry them out. Source: QSD48 Emergency Procedures Handbook Contact: Name: Quilcene School District No. 48 Address: 294715 US Highway 101 P.O. Box 40 Quilcene, Wa 98376 Phone: (360) 765-3363 Email: wlis@qsd48.org Website: http://www.quilcene.wednet.edu/ Superintendent: Wally F. Lis (Hazard Mitigation Liaison) Mission: Quilcene School District, in active partnership with the community, shall provide a quality education to all of our students while challenging each student to build on natural abilities and develop skills to become lifelong learners and productive, responsible citizens. Vision: The Quilcene School District, in partnership with the community, will provide leadership, a motivating environment and learning opportunities for students to take charge of their future. Source: http://www.quilcene.wednet.edu/ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 646 May 2017 Properties Owned by the School District Quilcene School District Properties Owned School Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Values Quilcene High School 294715 Highway 101 YES $2,793,000 $2,547,000 $5,340,000 Quilcene Middle School & District Office 294715 Highway 101 YES $2,581,000 $1,347,700 $3,928,000 Quilcene Elementary 294715 Highway 101 YES $2,861,000 $1,347,700 $4,208,000 Maintenance Building 294715 Highway 101 YES $1,166,000 $80,000 $1,296,000 Multi-Purpose Building 294715 Highway 101 YES $8,672,000 $3,538,000 $12,210,000 Bus Garage 294715 Highway 101 YES Included in Maintenance Building $50,000 $50,000 Portable Classrooms 294715 Highway 101 YES $375,000 $300,000 $675,000 Football Field 294715 Highway 101 $500,000 $500,000 Baseball Field 294715 Highway 101 $500,000 $500,000 Total Value: $19,448,000 $9,210,400 $28,658,000 Value of Area Served: $333,197,223 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 647 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: The Quilcene School District is colored green in the map below, and is labeled “SD48.” Source: Jefferson County Map Database Current and Anticipated Service Trends: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how QSD integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that QSD is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. District staff has broad experience with the siting of new schools, construction, maintenance and modernization of schools Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 648 May 2017 that is directly applicable to hazard mitigation. To accomplish this, QSD Officials and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the integrate activities into the capital budget planning consistent with the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • RCW 28A – Common School Provisions • WAC Title 392 – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Mandated ASB Reports • Board Policies and Procedures • Jefferson County Code Plans and Policies: • School Board Policies • Safety / Accident Prevention Program • Emergency Procedures Handbook • School Technology Plan • School Improvement Plan • Strategic Plan 2015 - 2020 • Policies and Procedures • School Safety and Security Cooperative (PT, Chimacum, Quilcene, Brinnon) (Every 4 months) • Jefferson County Education Partnership (JCEP) (Quarterly) • Jefferson County Comprehensive Plan • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) • Earthquake Mitigation Procedure (District Facilities) • Jefferson County Disaster Plan Resources: • School Board • Superintendent • Parent Teacher Association • Public School Employees • Quilcene Alumni Association • Quilcene PTK • Quilcene Booster Club • Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Washington State School Directors’ Association – WSSDA • Washington Association of School Administrators – WASA • Washington Association of School Business Officials – WASBO • Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators – WAMOA Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • 2016/2017 Budget • General Fund • Capital Project Fund • Debt Service Fund Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 649 May 2017 • FEMA Grants • HUD “CDBG” Grants • Legislative Funding / Grants • Other Grants • Local In-kind gifts/donations Community Outreach Programs • District Newsletter “The Ranger Times” • Website: Quilcene.wednet.edu PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 837) for proof that the Quilcene School District has adopted this Plan. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Date Total Public Cost Nisqually Earthquake 02/28/2001 Unknown *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 650 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Fire – See “Wildfire / Forest / Urban Interface Fires” topic (pp. 265 – 277). 2. Earthquake – See “Earthquake” topic (pp. 129 – 158). 3. Local Severe Storms – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118) and “Winter Storms” (pp. 278 – 290). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Proposed Natural Hazard Mitigation Measures Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline NEW* Develop a plan to remodel or replace old buildings. Need to continue to build new facilities for the future. Consider a bond to replace some of our older facilities. Quilcene School District Not Yet Determined Placed on the District Action Plan ST-WS-8* Replace roofs in Shop, Bus Barn, and Admin Bldg to handle weather. Severe snow would put most roofs in jeopardy of collapse. Quilcene School District Budget Short Term COMPLETED Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 651 May 2017 Mitigation Activity ID Mitigation Measure Lead Agency Funding Source Timeline OG-MH-0 Participate in Jefferson County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Jefferson County Hazard Mitigation Grants or Budget Annual OG-MH-5 Educate employees regarding hazards & develop Emergency Response Plan School Dist; DEM Grants or Budget On-going LT-EQ-14 Nonstructural retrofitting of structures that are identified as seismically vulnerable. School Districts Ongoing – Long-term 1. Protect Life & Property, Funding sources for Capital Budget come from retained earnings, bonding, grants, and taxes. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 652 May 2017 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 (QVSD) School District Profile Quillayute Valley School District is located in Forks, Washington on the Olympic Peninsula. The Olympic National Park, Pacific Ocean, and Hoh Rain Forest surround our schools with natural beauty. Our district serves approximately 3500 students with 1100 in our brick and mortar schools on 50 acres of land that was once known as the Forks Prairie. Our virtual program, Insight School of Washington, also serves approximately 2500 high school students across the state. QVSD has its own district hazard mitigation plan in addition to being a participant in the Jefferson County hazard mitigation plan. QVSD Hazard Mitigation Plan Mission Statement is to: Proactively facilitate and support district-wide policies, practices and programs that make the Quillayute Valley School District more disaster resistant and disaster resilient.1 1Quillayute Valley School District No 402 Hazard Mitigation Plan, p.3 Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Contact: Name: Quillayute Valley School District No. 402 Address: P.O. Box 60 411 S Spartan Ave Forks, Wa 98331 Phone: (360) 374-6262 Email: Diana.reaume@qvschools.org Website: www.qvschools.org Superintendent: Diana Reaume (Hazard Mitigation Liaison to Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Plan) Source: http:// www.qvschools.org Mission: We believe that every student will be successful. The Quillayute Valley School District Board of Directors and staff believe that every student can and will be successful in our schools. By celebrating small successes, we create momentum for bigger successes. Success begins right here in Forks, in the classroom, on the field, in the gym, on the mat, in the lab or on stage! Through hard work, perseverance and modeling the Core Covenants of respect, integrity and commitment, every student and staff member will be successful. Vision: The Quillayute Valley School District Board of Directors and staff believe that every student will be successful. We also believe in ourselves, our teams, and our district. We believe in the Forks community, and will never give up. We believe in modeling respect, having a sense of integrity, and showing commitment while we are in our schools and in our community, as well as when we visit other communities. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 653 May 2017 Properties Owned by the School District Quillayute Valley School District Properties Owned School Facility Address Critical Bldg Value Equip Value Total Value Forks Elementary School 301 S. Elderberry, Forks Yes $7,504,579.00 $789,805.00 $8,294,384.00 Forks Middle School 121 South Spartan Avenue, Forks Yes $6,593,009.00 $1,320,857.00 $7,913,866.00 Forks High School 261 South Spartan Avenue, Forks Yes $15,113,248.00 $2,226,993.00 $17,340,241.00 Forks Alternative School 161 East ‘E’ Street, Forks Yes $166,385.00 $164,715.00 $331,550.00 Total Value: $33,880,041.00 Value of Area Served: $17,797,830 Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 654 May 2017 Outline of Area Served: The Quillayute Valley School District is shown in purple on the map below. It is labeled as “SD402.” Source: Jefferson County Map Database Current and Anticipated Service Trends: ______________________________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________________ Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 655 May 2017 PLANNING SECTION See “The Planning Process” (pp. 59 – 74) for how PTSD integrates its hazard mitigation planning into its local policies and authorities and participates in continuous public interaction regarding mitigation. The District’s goal is to work internally to assure that PTSD is continuously improving its survivability in a major disaster in order to meet its responsibilities to the public, and to work with surround jurisdictions to improve the resiliency of both structures and processes. District staff has broad experience with the siting of new schools, construction, maintenance and modernization of schools that is directly applicable to hazard mitigation. “An important aspect of the Plan’s integration into ongoing programs will be the inclusions of the Plan’s hazard, vulnerability and risk evaluations and mitigation Action items, into ongoing capital improvement planning and other district activities...” (QVSD Hazard Mitigation Plan, p. 5-7) (See pp. 14 – 15 for the Jefferson County DFD illustrating this.) To accomplish this, QVSD Officials and staff use existing authorities, policies, fiscal capabilities, and continuous community outreach to meet the integrate activities into the capital budget planning consistent with the Plan’s goals (pp. 14 – 15): Existing Authorities, Policies, Fiscal Capabilities, and Community Outreach Authorities: • RCW 28A – Common School Provisions • WAC Title 392 – Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Mandated ASB Reports • Forks Municipal Code • Clallam County Department of Community Development • Forks Planning Commission Plans and Policies: • School Board Policies • School Closure Telephone Plan • Evacuation Plan • Lockdown Plan • Bomb Threat Assessment Guide • Quillayute Valley Schools Emergency Response Plan • Washington State Prepared Response Plan • Capital Facilities Plan • Five Year Plan • Strategic Plan • Policies and Procedures • District Safety Plan • Maintenance Cold Weather Plan • Washington Schools Risk Management • Jefferson County Comprehensive Emergency Management Plan • Clallam County Hazard Mitigation Plan and Emergency Response Plan • City of Forks Hazard Mitigation Plan and Emergency Response Plan • Quillayute Valley School District Hazard Mitigation Plan (June 23, 2015) • Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 656 May 2017 Resources: • School Board • Superintendent • Parent Teacher Association • Teachers Association/Union • Public School Employees • Interlocal Agreements with Clallam Transit System (CTS) and Jefferson County Transit Authority (JTA) • Safety Committee • Operations Committee • Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction • Washington State School Directors’ Association – WSSDA • Washington Association of School Administrators – WASA • Washington Association of School Business Officials – WASBO • Washington Association of Maintenance and Operations Administrators – WAMOA • Rapid Responder System • Education Service District 114 Fiscal Capabilities: • Authority to Levy Taxes • Authority to Issue Bonds • Funds o General Fund o Capital Project Fund o Debt Service Fund Transportation Vehicle Fund o Trust Fund o Booster Funds • • OSPI School Construction Assistance Program • FEMA Grants • HUD “CDBG” Grants • Foundation Grants • Legislative Funding / Grants • Other Grants • Local In-kind gifts/donations Community Outreach Programs • District Newsletter • Ready Washington • District Website: qvschools.org Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 657 May 2017 PLAN PARTICIPATION SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (a)(4) Multi-jurisdiction plans (e.g. watershed plans) may be accepted as appropriate, as long as each jurisdiction has participated in the process and has officially adopted the plan. See Appendix H (pp. 939–968) for documentation of participation, including Table H-2 - Jurisdiction Participation Tracking, for current participation. See Section I – The Planning Process (pp, 53 - 74) for future participation. The “Plan Development Process” (pp. 62 – 67) and “Plan Maintenance” (pp. 69 – 74) topics detail commitments for the next five years. See Appendix F (p. 838) for proof that QVSD has adopted this Plan. . HAZARD IDENTIFICATION & RISK ASSESSMENT SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(2)(iii) For multi-jurisdiction plans, the risk assessment section must assess each jurisdiction’s risks where they vary from the risks facing the entire planning area. Natural Hazard Event History* NATURAL HAZARD EVENTS (1975-PRESENT) Type of Event Facility Affected Date Total Public Damage Wildfire Transportation 8/22/1991 $6,035.20 Water Damage HS Library 12/27/1995 $28,210.05 Severe Winds High School Gym Roof 12/26/1998 $362,825.88 Flood Damage Alternative School 10/09/2000 $1,160.00 Lightning Damage Elementary School 01/01/2003 $15,428.94 Total Damage $413,660.07 *A complete list of all “Federally Declared Disasters” that included Jefferson County, and Clallam County, WA is contained in pages 470 - 486, Unincorporated Jefferson County. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 658 May 2017 Natural Hazard Vulnerability Analysis Rating See the “Natural Hazard Rating Process (pp. 412 – 416)” and the Natural Hazard Rating by Jurisdiction table (p. 417) for how the rankings were developed and applied for each jurisdiction and hazard. This District is most vulnerable to the following natural hazards - ranked in order: 1. Severe Wind – See “Damaging Winds” (pp. 115 – 118). 2. Flooding – See “Flood” topic (pp. 159 – 180). 3. Wildfire – See “Wildfire / Forest / Urban Interface Fires” topic (pp. 265 – 277). MITIGATION STRATEGY SECTION 44 CFR § 201.6 (c)(3)(iv) For multi-jurisdiction plans, there must be identifiable action items specific to the jurisdiction requesting FEMA approval or credit of the plan. Quillayute Valley School District is unique among the special districts participating in the revision of the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend Hazard Mitigation Plan (rev. 2016) in that they were simultaneously participating in developing their own complete plan in cooperation with the Washington Superintendent of Schools. The QVSD plan has been incorporated into the Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend (JC-PT) Plan. Since the QVSD plan was completed and adopted in 2015, and the JC-PT Plan will likely be approved by FEMA in the 2nd Quarter of 2017, they get to extend their eligibility to apply for hazard mitigation grants for two years. Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 659 May 2017 Quillayute Valley School District Mitigation Action Items* Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 660 May 2017 Quillayute Valley School District Mitigation Action Items Continued Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 661 May 2017 Quillayute Valley School District Mitigation Action Items Continued Jefferson County – City of Port Townsend All Hazard Mitigation Plan (Rev. 2016) Vs. 6 662 May 2017 Quillayute Valley School District Mitigation Action Items Continued