Approving Master ILA between Lewis County and Grays Harbor County, and authorizing signatures thereon BEFORE THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
IN THE MATTER OF: RESOLUTION NO. 22-046
APPROVING A MASTER INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
BETWEEN LEWIS COUNTY AND GRAYS HARBOR
COUNTY, AND AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES
THEREON
WHEREAS, Chapter 39.34 RCW, the Interlocal Cooperation Act, provides for
interlocal cooperation between governmental agencies to make the most efficient
use of their powers by enabling them to cooperate with other localities on a basis
of mutual advantage; and
WHEREAS, the parties, Lewis County and Grays Harbor County, desire to enter
into an agreement to streamline the administrative process in which reimbursable
work is done for Grays Harbor County by Lewis County Public Works on the
portion of Harris Road in Grays Harbor County's jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, the Master Interlocal Agreement will be for a period of five (5) years,
expiring December 31, 2027, and can be terminated by either party upon written
notice; and
WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works and County Engineer have reviewed the
Master Interlocal Agreement (attached as Exhibit A) and recommend that the
Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) authorize execution of the Agreement.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the BOCC has determined executing
the Master Interlocal Agreement with Grays Harbor County for the purpose of
streamlining reimbursable work for a five-year period, expiring on December 31,
2027, to be in the best public interest and the BOCC is hereby authorized to sign
the same.
DONE IN OPEN SESSION this 22nd day of February, 2022.
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APPROVED AS TO FORM: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Jonathan Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
Amber Smith Lindsey R. Pollock, DVM
By: Amber Smith, Lindsey R. Pollock, DVM, Chair
Deputy Prosecuting Attorney
ATTEST: �'�° �; ``:?s,;. Sean D. Swope
.Sean D. Swope, Vice Chair
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Rieva Lester '•syti,,_-• F. Lee Grose
Rieva Lester, F. Lee Grose, Commissioner
Clerk of the Lewis County Board of
County Commissioners
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Exhibit A
INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered intoint pursuant to authority of R.C.W. 39.34.080
and in conformance with R.C.W. 43.09.210, this �4 day of 'Fe-I - -; 2022, by and between
LEWIS COUNTY, Washington, a political subdivision of the State of Washington, hereinafter
referred to as the "Lewis County", and GRAYS HARBOR COUNTY, a political subdivision of the
State of Washington, hereinafter referred to as "Grays Harbor County",
WITNESSETH:
IT IS HEREBY COVENANTED AND AGREED as follows:
1. Grays Harbor County request that Lewis County perform the work listed below at a time and
in a manner convenient to Lewis County, and hereby agrees reimbursement to Lewis County
for all work done. Lewis County will provide all necessary labor and material, and all work
incidental to maintain that portion of Harris Road in Sections 9 and 10, Township 15 North,
Range 4 West in Grays Harbor County, Washington.
2. Grays Harbor County hereby agrees to reimburse Lewis County for all work done, based on
the actual cost of labor, equipment rental, and materials used, plus a fee of 5% of costs or a
minimum of $100 for administrative services associated with the maintenance work
performed.
3. Grays Harbor County certifies and warrants that it has the legal authority to perform this work
with its own forces at the location herein specified, but in fact would expend manpower and
equipment inefficiently to accomplish the work.
4. It is understood and agreed that all reimbursable work as provided for hereto shall be
accomplished only if such work does not interrupt or interfere with the Lewis County Public
Works Department's regular schedule. This agreement will remain effective for a period of
five (5) years or until December 31, 2027, unless otherwise terminated. Either party may
terminate this agreement for any reason upon 30 days written notice by one party to the
other. Grays Harbor County will shall be responsible for all costs of maintenance provided
by Lewis County prior to its written termination as herein provided. Road maintenance
estimated to cost more than $1,000.00 shall be pre-approved using a Request for Estimate
for Reimbursable Work form. Said form shall be fully signed and a copy submitted with all
billings. A ratifying resolution we be waived for reimbursable maintenance performed under
the terms of this agreement.
5. It is understood and agreed between the parties hereto that Grays Harbor County agrees to
protect, defend, indemnify and hold harmless Lewis County, its commissioners, agents,
departments and employees against any and all liabilities, claims, damages, penalties,
actions, costs and expenses (including reasonable attorney's fees) which may arise for any
reason as a result of the performance of this Agreement by Lewis County, except insofar as
any obligation or responsibility is imposed upon Lewis County by statute. Grays Harbor
County has negotiated and expressly waives any immunity that may be granted it under the
Washington industrial Insurance Act.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have set their hands and seals the day
and year first above written.
APPROVED AS TO FORM: BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Jonathan L. Meyer, Prosecuting Attorney LEWIS COUNTY, WASHINGTON
: Civil Deputy indsey R. Pollock, DVM, Chair
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ATTEST: Sean D. Swope, Vice C it
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Rieva Lester, Clerk of the Board F. Lee Grose, Commissioner
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ATTEST: Kevin Pine, Commis ' ner
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'I Ierk of the Board Vickie Raines, Commissioner
BOCC AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Resolution: BOCC Meeting Date: Feb. 22, 2022
Suggested Wording for Agenda Item: Agenda Type: Deliberation
Approving a Master Interlocal Agreement between Lewis County and Grays Harbor County, and
authorizing signatures thereon
Contact: Josh Metcalf Phone: 2762
Department: PW - Public Works
Description:
Approving a Master Interlocal Agreement between Lewis County and Grays Harbor County to
streamline the administrative process in which reimbursable work is done on Harris Road for the
Grays Harbor County by Lewis County Public Works, and authorizing signatures thereon
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