The bill amends RCW 35.57.010 to remove the deadline for forming a public facilities district specifically for regional aquatics and sports facilities. Previously, public facilities districts formed under certain conditions were required to be created before July 1, 2026. This deadline has been deleted, allowing for the ongoing formation of such districts without a specified time constraint. The bill maintains the existing provisions that allow towns and cities in counties with populations under one million to create public facilities districts, as well as the collaborative creation of districts by contiguous towns, cities, and counties.

Additionally, the bill outlines the governance structure for public facilities districts, specifying the composition of boards of directors based on the type of district created. It ensures that the governance includes representatives from local organizations and mandates that members serve four-year terms. The bill reinforces the authority of public facilities districts as municipal corporations with the ability to acquire property, enter contracts, and engage in legal actions, thereby enhancing their operational capabilities.

Statutes affected:
Original bill: 35.57.010
Substitute bill: 35.57.010