The bill amends RCW 41.18.015 to allow county auditors and county treasurers to appoint designees to serve on firefighters' pension boards. Specifically, the language now includes provisions for the county auditor or the county auditor's designee and the county treasurer or the county treasurer's designee to be members of the board. This change aims to enhance the flexibility and functionality of the pension boards by enabling these officials to delegate their responsibilities to appointed representatives. Additionally, the bill maintains the structure of the firefighters' pension board, which consists of five members, including the chairperson of the fire commissioners and two elected firefighters. It also outlines the process for filling vacancies and the election of members. The bill ensures that if no eligible firefighters are available for election, other individuals, such as active or retired firefighters residing within the jurisdiction or the widows/widowers of firefighters, may be elected to the board. This amendment seeks to ensure that the pension boards remain operational and representative of the community they serve.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 41.18.015