June

Report from Commissioner Pederson in regards to the grant applications update for 3 separate grants (resolution #4-08, 5-08 and 6-08). All 3 resolutions were unanimously approved. #4-08 dealing with authorizing application for funding assistance for a boating facilities program project to the recreation and conservation office as provided in Chapter 79A.25RCW, boating and facilities program and subsequent legislative action. #5-08 is a resolution authorizing application for funding assistance for an aquatic lands enhancement account program project to the recreation and conservation office as provided in Chapter 79.105.150RCW and subsequent legislative action. #6-08 pertains to a resolution authorizing application for funding assistance for a Washington Wildlife and Recreation program project to the recreation and conservation office as provided in Chapter 79A.2RCW, acquisition of habitat conservation and outdoor recreation lands. This is a step forward for erosion improvements at the boat launch and Pomeroy Park, as well as acquisition and much needed upgrading. Of special interest, is the possibility and the need for Community volunteer help with hours worked, donations, materials, etc. of which those amounts could apply to the matching fund percentages that apply to the overall format. The short term and long range goals of the grant planning for the Port of Manchester is excellent. There is interest in the Port assuming a roll of Community involvement that can work well with all of our local organizations and citizen's. You will be hearing more about this.