Part Two. General Requirements
27.01.020 Purpose of this part and adoption by reference.
This part contains the basic requirements that apply to the SEPA process and to intergovernmental coordination of natural resource issues. Clallam County adopts the following SEPA Rules by reference:
197-11-040 Definitions.
197-11-050 Lead agency.
197-11-055 Timing of the SEPA process.
197-11-060 Content of environmental review.
197-11-070 Limitations on action during SEPA process.
197-11-080 Incomplete or unavailable information.
197-11-090 Supporting documents.
197-11-100 Information required of applicants.
(1) By June 1st of each year, the Board shall notify State and federal agencies managing land, water, wildlife, or other natural resources within Clallam County of its interest in early and full participation in decision-making for major plans, regulations, policies, or other actions affecting lands of the County. Such notification shall be directed to those offices having direct local responsibilities as well as other administrative offices at the district, regional or headquarters level, as appropriate. These notices shall specifically:
(a) Reference specific projects or issues of interest whenever appropriate.
(b) Outline the basis for County interest.
(c) Request that each agency respond by listing any pending or anticipated projects, policies, plans, regulations, or other actions affecting natural resources in the County.
(2) From responses to the above notices and from any other sources of information, the Board shall establish priorities for County involvement, and direct the Department of Community Development to notify agencies of County interest and desire to:
(a) Review draft documents.
(b) Participate in formal and informal discussions prior to decision-making.
(c) Be notified of and invited to participate in public hearings.
(d) Hold any public meetings and/or hearings in Clallam County.
(e) Participate fully in any NEPA determinations pertaining to the management of natural resources of the County.
(3) The County shall pro-actively utilize available information sources such as the Federal Register, or computer networks, as fully as time and resources allow, to identify and track issues and opportunities for local involvement in federal land management issues.