The bill amends existing laws regarding the creation and governance of public facilities districts in Washington State. It allows towns and cities in counties with populations under one million to create such districts, either individually or in collaboration with contiguous towns or counties. Notably, it introduces provisions for public facilities districts created in counties with populations under 50,000 located along the eastern crest of the Cascade Mountains, specifying that these districts can include boundaries of selected school districts. Additionally, the bill establishes governance structures for these districts, including the composition and appointment processes for boards of directors, which must consist of members from local legislative authorities and organizations.

Key insertions in the bill include the specification that a public facilities district created by an agreement between a town or city and a county in the specified region will be coextensive with the boundaries of the towns and selected school districts. It also mandates that the treasurer of the county with the largest proportion of the district serve as the ex officio treasurer, unless otherwise designated. Furthermore, the bill clarifies that counties can participate in the creation and operation of public facilities districts as outlined in RCW 35.57. Overall, these amendments aim to enhance the flexibility and governance of public facilities districts, particularly in less populated areas.

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