The bill amends RCW 36.32.080 to update the regulations regarding the meetings of county legislative authorities in Washington State. It establishes that these authorities must hold regular meetings at the county seat or at designated locations to conduct necessary business. Notably, the bill allows for joint regular meetings between two or more county legislative authorities to be held in the county seat if the agenda pertains to mutual interests. Additionally, it specifies that participating authorities must adhere to special meeting notice requirements, except for the authority of the county hosting the meeting.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new provisions for holding regular meetings outside the county seat to enhance citizen engagement. It permits these meetings to occur once per calendar month in a city with a larger population than the county seat and once per calendar quarter in other locations, with a limit of one meeting per month at alternate sites. The bill also mandates that notice of such meetings be provided at least 30 days in advance through various channels, including the county's website, local newspapers, and electronic notifications to interested residents.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 36.32.080