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    At the Public Works Board, we support eligible applicants by providing funding for the care and maintenance of seven infrastructure systems. These systems are roads and bridges, drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste, recycling and organics, and broadband. These systems are funded through the Traditional Programs and Broadband Programs.

    Board information

    Purpose

    The Public Works Board is an infrastructure funder supporting eligible applicants in the care and maintenance of seven infrastructure systems. These systems are roads and bridges, drinking water, wastewater, stormwater, solid waste, recycling and organics, and broadband. These systems are funded through the Traditional Programs and Broadband Programs.

    Mission

    The mission of the Public Works Board is to empower Washington communities to build and maintain sustainable infrastructure.

    Responsibilities

    There are three funding programs under Traditional PWB and two under Broadband PWB.

    Traditional PWB offers pre-construction, construction and emergency loans and grants to qualifying local governments, which are cities, counties, and special purpose districts. Learn more on our Traditional Programs page.

    Broadband PWB offers construction and emergency loans and grants to qualifying applicants, which include local governments and special purpose districts as well as public port districts, tribes, incorporated business or partnerships. Learn more on our Broadband Programs page. 

    The Public Works Board is a Category 3 Policy Board. The Board derives its authority from the Washington State Legislature. The Board was created through Revised Code of Washington RCW 43.155. The associated WAC is Title 399.

    The Governor of Washington appoints 13 Public Works Board members for four-year terms. Three represent counties, three represent cities, three represent special purpose districts, and four are from the private sector. Visit the Governor’s Boards and Commissions webpage for more information.

    Members meet every month to review applications for financing and deal with administrative issues. The Board conducts a two-day policy retreat in the fall.

    Members are encouraged to attend workshops, conferences, and meetings on behalf of the Board. Often members are part of discussion panels at these meetings. Members are also offered opportunities to attend training courses that deal with infrastructure issues.

    Board Member Roster

    • Kathryn Gardow, PE – Chair – Position #13, General Public
    • Gary Rowe, PE – Vice-Chair – Position #12, General Public
    • The Honorable Dr. Jeralee Anderson, PE – Position #2, City Elected Official
    • Justin Clary, PE – Position #8, Water & Sewer District Official
    • The Honorable Jerome Delvin – Position #5, County Elected Official
    • Josh Diekmann – Position #3, City Official
    • Darlene McHenry – Position #10, General Public
    • The Honorable Lora Petso – Position #7, Water & Sewer District Elected Official
    • Monica Santos-Pinacho – Position #11, General Public
    • Kelly Snyder, MPA – Position #6, County Public Works Director
    • The Honorable Ed Stern – Position #1, City Elected Official
    • Matthew Stevie – Position #9, Public Utility District Official
    • The Honorable Sharon Trask – Position #4, County Elected Official

    Board Member Vacancies

    There are currently no vacancies. Future applicants that may be interested once vacancies become available should contact the Board Liaison, Izabela Kocan, for more information.

    Reference Materials

    Public Works Board Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

    Meeting information

    Board meetings are open to the public, and all are welcome to attend. Meetings are held in hybrid format, both in-person and online. Please check the 2024 PWB Meeting Schedule (PDF) for connection information and meeting times.

    Committee meetings are also open to the public. Links to Zoom meetings and agendas corresponding to each committee (Executive, Traditional, Broadband, CETAC – Communications, Engagement, and Technical Assistance) can be found under the Meetings section towards the bottom of the PWB landing page. 

    Staff information

    Policy support, administrative support, and client outreach are provided for the Public Works Board by the Washington State Department of Commerce.

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