The bill amends existing laws regarding the creation and governance of public facilities districts in Washington State. It introduces provisions allowing for the establishment of a public facilities district until December 31, 2060, through an agreement between a town or city and the county, specifically in counties with populations under 50,000 located along the eastern crest of the Cascade mountains. The bill also clarifies that the district's boundaries will include the towns or cities involved in the agreement and any selected school districts, while excluding those not part of the agreement. Additionally, it modifies the governance structure of these districts, specifying that the board of directors can consist of five, seven, or nine members, depending on the population dynamics of the largest city in the county.

Key changes include the requirement for the board of directors to include representatives from the lodging industry and organized labor, particularly for districts created to operate convention and trade centers. The bill also stipulates that the treasurer of the county where the district is located will serve as the ex officio treasurer unless otherwise designated. Furthermore, it updates the population threshold for certain provisions from "one million five hundred thousand" to "1,500,000," ensuring that the governance and operational frameworks of public facilities districts are aligned with current demographic realities.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 35.57.010, 36.100.010
Substitute Bill: 35.57.010, 36.100.010
Second Substitute: 36.100.010, 36.100.020